JBL CINEMA SOUND
SPEAKERS
CS480
OWNER’S GUIDE
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MPORTANT 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 groundingtype 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, or 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.
The lightning 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 mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
WARNING: T
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
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Left
Surround
Channel
Right
Surround
Channel
Left Front
Channel
Subwoofer
R
ight Front
C
hannel
C
enter
Channel
Couch
Left
Surround
Channel
Right
Surround
Channel
Left Front
C
hannel
Subwoofer
Right Front
C
hannel
Center
Channel
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HANK YOU FOR CHOOSING JBL
or more than 60 years, JBL has been involved in every aspect of
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music and film recording and reproduction, from live performances
to the recordings you play in your home, car or office.
We’re confident that the JBL system 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 register your product on our Web site at
www.jbl.com. It enables us to keep you
posted on our latest advancements, and helps us to better understand our customers and build
products that meet their needs and expectations.
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Carefully unpack the system. If you suspect damage from transit, report it
immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service. Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use. Open the package and verify the
following contents:
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LANNING YOUR SYSTEM
efore deciding where to best place your speakers, survey your room
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and study Figures 1 and 2.
Figure 1. In this overhead view of a typical installation, satellite
speakers are used to reproduce sound for the front and surround
channels. The center channel reproduces sound and dialogue.
The powered subwoofer provides bass for effects and music.
(1) Subwoofer
(4) Satellite speakers
(5) Adjustable wall brackets for satellites and
center channel with tightening bar
(4) Wall brackets for satellites
(1) Center with base
Figure 2. This figure shows an alternative layout, which may be
more suitable for some rooms.
(1) Wall bracket for center channel
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