JBL CS 360 Xcite User Manual
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table specified by the manufacturer
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping
or splashing and ensure that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC
receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain
readily operable.
18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer Group International
2, route de Tours
72500 Chateau-du-Loir
France
declare in own responsibility that the products described in
this owner’s manual are in compliance with technical standards:
EN 61000-6-3:2001
EN 61000-6-1:2001
EN 55013:2001
EN 55020:2002
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001
EN 60065:2002
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Laurent Rault
Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
Château du Loir, France 07/08
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Important Note
Function of Automatic On/Off and Automatic Input Selector
English
The Xcite offers two unique user-convenience features:
Automatic Turn On/Turn Off and Automatic Input Selector.
The Automatic Turn-On feature will turn the Xcite on as
soon as a source connected to its inputs is switched on.
These functions work with any Input, Digital or Analog.
The Automatic Turn-On feature will turn the Xcite ON and
select the proper Input as soon as a Source connected to
its Digital Inputs is switched ON, or Source connected to
Analog Inputs starts playing.
The Automatic Turn-Off shuts the unit down five minutes
after a currently selected Digital Source is powered down,
or the device connected to its currently selected Analog
Input stops playing.
If a signal is present at any other Input when a currently
selected Digital device is turned Off, or when a currently
selected Analog device stops playing for more then 15
seconds, the Xcite system does NOT switch over to this
other Input, but turns OFF after five minutes
If any new signal is applied, which was not active at the
time when the signal of the currently selected Input is
removed, Xcite will switch to the Input where the new signal is detected.
The Automatic Turn-On can be disabled in the SETUP menu
The Automatic Source Selector can be disabled in the
SETUP menu
The Automatic Turn-Off cannot be disabled.
These functions are working regardless of how the current
Source is selected, automatically or manually.
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Included
“Smart” powered subwoofer/controller.
JBL speaker cables. Remote control with batteries. Digital coax input cable and ana-
2 satellites and a center
channel loudspeaker with Remote
Control Sensor.
Two fixed wall brackets for satellites, one for center. Three adjustable wall brackets with tightening
bar. Speaker terminal wrench.
log RCA input cable.
Features
• Complete, self-powered DTS, Dolby* Digital surround
processor with two satellite speakers, a center channel
loudspeaker, subwoofer, remote control, and all
amplification built-in.
(Just Add TV and source unit!)
• Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II*, including
Phantom and 3-Stereo, and Stereo listening modes.
• SRS TruSurround HD
independently selectable SRS TruBass®.
• Automatic Turn-On and Turn-Off.
• Turn-On can be disabled.
• Automatic Source Switching for the all inputs.
• Two digital (one optical and one coaxial) inputs and
two analog inputs.
• 2-Way video-shielded satellites with titanium-
laminate tweeters and common voicing for all
three channels, and a 6.5”, long-throw, floor-firing
subwoofer.
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2.1 and 3.1 with
• Late Night compression for nighttime listening
without unexpected and objectionably loud passages.
• All amplification and controls are mounted in the
subwoofer, eliminating the need for a separate
control unit.
• Remote controllable via outboard remote eye
attached to the center channel so that the
subwoofer may be hidden away. The remote eye may
be detached from the center channel and placed
independently.
• Adjustable and fixed wall-mount brackets.
• Full-function remote control.
• All necessary cables included.
• Center foot for horizontal placement of the center
channel.
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Speaker Placement
Before deciding where to best place your speakers, survey your room and study Figures 1 and 2.
English
Subwoofer
Right Front
Channel
Right
Surround
Channel
Left
Surround
Channel
Left Front
Channel
Center
Channel
Listening Area
Figure 1. In this overhead view of a typical installation,
satellite speakers are used to reproduce sound for the
front. The center channel reproduces sound and dialogue. The powered subwoofer provides bass for effects
and music.
Left and Right Front Channels
For left and right front channels, place one satellite to the
left and another to the right of the television, as shown in
Figure 1.
Since the speakers are magnetically shielded, you can
place them very close to the TV without worrying about
the magnetic field distorting the picture.
Center Channel
For the center channel, place the speaker directly on top
of, or below, your television. Use a shelf or one of the
included wall brackets if the television does not provide a
stable platform.
Subwoofer
Since the installation of a subwoofer can be somewhat
more complicated than installing full-range speakers, it
is essential that you read this section very carefully prior
to connecting the subwoofer to your system. Should you
have questions relating to installation, it is advisable to
call either your dealer or JBL’s Customer Service Department for advice.
The performance of the subwoofer is directly related to its
placement in the listening room and how the subwoofer
is aligned with the satellite speakers. Setting the volume
Left Front
Channel
Subwoofer
Right Front
Center
Channel
Surround
Channel
Channel
Left
Listening Area
Right
Surround
Channel
Figure 2. This figure shows an alternative layout,
which may be more suitable for some rooms.
of the subwoofer in relation to the left and right speakers
is also of critical importance because it’s essential that
the subwoofer integrate smoothly with the entire system.
Setting the subwoofer’s volume level too high will result
in an overpowering, boomy bass. Setting the volume level
too low will negate the benefits of the subwoofer.
Here are several additional facts on installation that may
prove useful. It is generally believed that low frequencies
(below 125Hz) are nondirectional and, therefore, placement of a subwoofer within any listening room is not critical. While in theory it is true that the larger wavelengths
of extremely low frequencies are basically nondirectional,
the fact is that, when installing a subwoofer within the
limited confines of a room, reflections, standing waves
and absorptions generated within the room will strongly
influence the performance of any subwoofer system. As a
result, specific location of the subwoofer becomes important, and we strongly recommend that you experiment
with placement before choosing a final location. Placement will depend upon your room (for example, whether
or not your room permits placement of the subwoofer
near either satellite) and the amount and quality of bass
required.
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