TLX105, TLX121, TLX151, TLX171, TLX181 simple set-up guide thank you for choosing JBL. For over 50 years, JBL has been involved in every aspect of musical and film recording and reproduction, from live performances to monitoring the recordings you play in your home, car, or office. We're confident that the JBL loudspeakers you have chosen will provide every note of enjoyment that you expected ­ and that when you think about purchasing additional audio equipment for your home, car, or office, you will once again choose JBL. Please take a moment to complete the enclosed profile card. It enables us to keep you posted on our latest advancements, and helps us to better understand our customers and build products that meet your needs and expectations. JBL Consumer Products one. Speaker Placement TLX105, TLX121, TLX151 Tweeters should be at ear level. TLX171, TLX181 Tweeters should be at ear level. two. Speaker Connections Connection Tips Speakers and electronics terminals have corresponding (+) and (­) terminals. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (­) on the speaker to (­) on the amplifier. Wiring "out of phase" results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. RIGHT LEFT ­ + ­ + ­+ RIGHT ­+ LEFT Speaker Outputs Troubleshooting If there is no sound from any of the speakers, check the following: · Receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing. · Review proper operation of your receiver/amplifier. If there is no sound coming from one speaker, check the following: · Check the "Balance" control on your receiver/amplifier. · Check all wires and connections between receiver/ amplifier and speakers. · Make sure all wires are connected. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut or punctured. If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased, check the following: · Check all wires and connections between receiver/ amplifier and speakers. · Make sure all wires are connected. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut or punctured. · If more than one pair of main speakers is being used, check the minimum impedance requirements of your receiver/amplifier. If there is low bass output, check the following: · Make sure the polarity (+ and ­) of the left and right "Speaker Inputs" are connected properly. Declaration of Conformity We, JBL Europe A/S Kongevejen 194B DK-3460 Birkerød DENMARK declare in own responsibility, that the products described in this owner's manual are in compliance with technical standards: EN 50 081-1/1992 EN 50 082-1/3.1995 Steen Michaelsen JBL Europe A/S Birkerød. DENMARK. 3/97 Specifications SYSTEM Frequency Response (­6dB): Recommended Maximum Power Handling*: Sensitivity @ 1 watt/1 meter: Normal Impedance: Crossover Frequency: Woofer: Midrange: Tweeter: Finish: Dimensions (HxWxD): Weight (each): SYSTEM Frequency Response (­6dB): Recommended Maximum Power Handling*: Sensitivity @ 1 watt/1 meter: Normal Impedance: Crossover Frequency: Woofer: Midrange: Tweeter: Finish: Dimensions (HxWxD): Weight (each): SYSTEM Frequency Response (­6dB): Recommended Maximum Power Handling*: Sensitivity @ 1 watt/1 meter: Normal Impedance: Crossover Frequency: Woofer: Midrange: Tweeter: Finish: Dimensions (HxWxD): Weight (each): TLX105 75Hz ­ 20kHz 50 watts 86dB 8 ohms 2200Hz 5-1/4" N/A 2" black ash woodgrain vinyl 11 x 6-1/2 x 7-1/4" 280 x 165 x 184mm 7 lbs/3.2 kg TLX121 55Hz ­ 25kHz 75 watts 89dB 8 ohms 3000Hz 6-1/2" N/A 10mm titanium laminate black ash woodgrain vinyl 13-3/4 x 7-7/8 x 9-5/8" 350 x 200 x 245mm 10.5 lbs/4.8 kg TLX151 50Hz ­ 25kHz 125 watts 90dB 8 ohms 600Hz, 3000Hz 8" 4" 10mm titanium laminate black ash woodgrain vinyl 20-7/8 x 9-7/8 x 12" 530 x 250 x 305mm 21.25 lbs/9.5 kg TLX171 35Hz ­ 25kHz 150 watts 90dB 8 ohms 600Hz, 3000Hz 8" 4" cast frame 10mm titanium laminate black ash woodgrain vinyl 33-7/8 x 10-1/4 x 12-7/16" 860 x 260 x 315mm 35.25 lbs/16 kg TLX181 30Hz ­ 25kHz 200 watts 90dB 8 ohms 600Hz, 3000Hz 10" with 10" passive radiator 4" frame 10mm titanium laminate black ash woodgrain vinyl 37-3/8 x 11-3/4 x 12-7/16" 950 x 300 x 315mm 43 lbs/19.5 kg *The maximum recommended amplifier power rating will ensure proper system head-room to allow for occasional peaks. We do not recommend sustained operation at these maximum power levels. Occasional refinements may be made to existing products without notice, but will always meet or exceed original specifications unless otherwise stated. CEL EB RAT I NG 0 YEAR JBL Consumer Products 80 Crossways Park West, Woodbury, NY 11797 8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 1-800-336-4JBL (4525) (USA only) www.jbl.com 1997 JBL, Incorporated. JBL is a registered trademark of JBL, Incorporated. Printed in USA 3/97 Part No. TLXOM A Harman International Company © S 5 ...