JBL SP MK II Surround Processor User's Manual Quick-Start ADVANCED OPERATIONS Press AMBIENCE UP to add more volume to Ambient Speakers. Press AMBIENT DOWN to have less. Press REF to return to pre-set levels Press SOUND STAGE to increase Stereo Separation. Press DOWN to decrease Separation. Press CENTER to return to pre-set levels Press SIBILANCE if dialogue is too loud from Ambient Speakers + Master Volume Ambience Ref. Sound Stage - Press CENTER ON to turn on Center Speaker. Press CENTER BOOST to increase volume from Center Speaker Press MUTE to cut off sound Press HI FREQ EQ if sound appears too bright Center Sib Fil Center On Mute Press DELAY UP to increase Ambient Spaciousness. Press DELAY DOWN to decrease Press BYPASS to turn off Center and Ambient Speakers Delay Bypass Center Boost Hall 1 Hi Freq EQ Hall 2 Rock Pop Jazz Music Surround MODES 70 mm Movie S-VID-1 35 mm Movie S-VID-2 THX Mono Enhance VCR VDP CD Aux Power Cinema Surround MODES: 70mm, 35mm, THX, Dolby Press MONO ENHANCE to add simulated stereo to Monaural Sources SYNTHESIS JBL Consumer Products, Incorporated 240 Crossways Park West Woodbury, NY 11797 8500 Balboa Boulevard Northridge, CA 91329 800-645-7484 A Harman International Company Part #: OMSPMKII M8/93 T H E S I S ® SYNTHESIS SURROUND PROCESSOR Model SP MK II THX ® Controller-- A/V Surround Processor S Y N USER'S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T READ INSTRUCTION MANUALS ............................................................. 1 A STEP BY STEP "QUICK GUIDE" ....................................................................................................... 2 MOTION PICTURE SOUND: A BRIEF HISTORY ................................................................................... 3 THE GOAL OF LUCASFILM HOME THX® CINEMA .............................................................................. 4 PLANNING AND INSTALLATION GUIDE ............................................................................................. 5 SP MK II OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................ 6 SP MK II OPERATING PARAMETERS ...................................................................................... 7 LUCASFILM HOME THX CINEMA ........................................................................................... 9 PLANNING YOUR HOME SURROUND AUDIO SYSTEM ................................................................... 11 ELECTRONICS PLACEMENT & VIDEO REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 12 MAIN SPEAKER PLACEMENT ............................................................................................... 13 SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT .................................................................................................. 14 SURROUND SPEAKER PLACEMENT .................................................................................... 15 INSTALLING YOUR SP MK II .............................................................................................................. 16 SP MK II FRONT PANEL DISPLAY ......................................................................................... 17 SETUP & CALIBRATION ..................................................................................................................... 18 SP MK II USER FEATURES ................................................................................................................. 22 FINE TUNING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM ................................................................................................ 24 SUGGESTED DEMONSTRATION TITLES (MOVIES AND STEREO RECORDINGS) .......................... 33 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................... 34 SERVICE AND LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................. 35 SP MK II SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 36 TRADEMARK AND LICENSING INFORMATION ................................................................................ 36 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONAL. The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR. UNE PRISE DE COURANT OUUNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions form digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de Bruits Radioélectriques Déspassant les limites applicable aux appareiles numériques de Classe B prescites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR AUDIO PRODUCTS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS THAT ARE APPLICABLE TO YOUR EQUIPMENT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed. Water and Moisture - The product should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. Carts and Stands - The product should be used only if a cart or stand is recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted on a wall or ceiling only when and as recommended by the manufacturer. Ventilation - The product should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the product should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products that produce heat. If placed near an amplifier, check with the manufacturer for applicability. Power Sources - The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an product is not defeated. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. Cleaning - The product should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. Nonuse Periods - the power cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that the objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through the openings 6. 6a. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. i FIGURE-1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 17. Outdoor Antenna Grounding ­ If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1. Damage Requiring Service - The product should be serviced by a qualified service personnel when: a. The power-supply or the plug has been damaged; or b. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product; or c. The product has been exposed to rain; or d. The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or e. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 18. 19. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-22 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. ii JBL SP MK II A/V SURROUND PROCESSOR THX® CONTROLLER FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T READ MANUALS Please read this one. The time you invest will be worth it. If you feel you absolutely do not have time to read it just now, here is a short list of key information you will need in order to get the most from your SP MK II. Reviewing these points will take only a few minutes. · PLANNING AND INSTALLATION GUIDES: An introduction and overview of surround sound, Home THX Audio, and the SP MK II · Installing your SP MK II · Calibrating and using your SP MK II · Fine Tuning your system The time you can save by having this information at your fingertips will more than pay for itself. IF YOU DON'T HAVE TIME TO READ THIS MANUAL, A STEP-BY-STEP QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE IS PROVIDED ON THE NEXT PAGE. IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE OPTIMUM SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, IT IS STILL ESSENTIAL THAT YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MATERIALS PRESENTED IN THIS MANUAL. THE LUCASFILM THX DEMONSTRATION VIDEODISC "WOW!" IS REFERRED TO IN THIS MANUAL. WE SUGGEST THAT YOU READ THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ELSEWHERE IN THIS MANUAL DESCRIBING THE MATERIALS PROVIDED ON "WOW!". Always Use 120V AC This unit is designed for operation with 120V AC unless specifically noted on the shipping container or AC power cord. Never connect the unit to an outlet supplying a higher voltage. This may create a fire hazard. Place of Installation Place the unit on a firm and level surface. Avoid installing your unit under the following conditions: · Moist or humid places. · Places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heating equipment. · Extremely cold locations. · Places subject to excessive vibration or dust. · Poorly ventilated places. Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top surface of the unit by placing objects over them. Otherwise, the temperature inside the unit may rise, possibly affecting its long term reliability. performance degradation resulting from any modification. If water, a hairpin, wire, or other object enters the unit, immediately extract the plug from the AC outlet to prevent shock and consult your dealer or JBL Synthesis service department. If you use the unit under this condition, it may cause a fire or shock hazard. Handle the AC Power Cord Gently · Do not disconnect the plug from the AC outlet by pulling the cord; always pull the plug itself. Pulling the cord may damage it.. · If you do not intend to use your unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the ...