TM
ESC200
simple
set-up guide
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
do not remove the grounding plug
on the power cord, or use any plug
or extension cord that does not have
a grounding plug provided.
Make certain that the
AC outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an adapter plug
with this product.
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
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
1. Read Instructions. All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions. The safety and
operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions. All operating
and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning. Unplug this product from
the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments. Do not use attach-
ments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture. Donot use this
product near water – for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near
a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories. Do not place this prod-
uct on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. 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.
10. Ventilation. Slots and openings in
the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed
in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources. This product should
be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization. This
product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13. 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.
14. Nonuse Periods. The power cord of
the product should be unplugged from
the outlet when left unused for long
periods of time.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an
outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the
antenna or cable 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.
16. Lightning. For added protection for
this product during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
17. Power Lines. An outside antenna
system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where
it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power
Figure 1.
Example of Antenna
Grounding as per National
ElectricalCode,
ANSI/NFPA 70
lines or circuits, as contact with them
might be fatal.
18. Overloading. Do not overload wall
outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry. Never
push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
20. Servicing. Do not attempt to service
this product yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service. Unplug
this product from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. The power-supply cord or the plug
has been damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid
has been spilled into, the product; or
c. The product has been exposed to rain
or water; or
d. The product does not operate nor-
mally when following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation; or
e. The product has been dropped or
damaged in any way; or
f. The product exhibits a distinct
change in performance – this indicates
a need for service.
22. Replacement Parts. When replace-
ment parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or
that have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
23. Safety Check. Upon completion of
any service or repairs to this product,
ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting. The
product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
25. Heat. The product should be
situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Part No. JBLULB 6/96
Antenna Lead-In Wire
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 8
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode S
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
included
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT RIGHT
HALL STEREO
––
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
––
––
––
++++
++
++
ESC200
TM
RED TAG
5'
BLACK TAG
9'
WHITE TAG
28'
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CENTER
FRONT REAR
Dolby* Pro Logic* processor with 6 amplifiers.
Front, rear and center speakers with rotating logo.
Batteries.
Subwoofer.
Cables.
Wall-Mounting Your ESC200
Satellites
The ESC200 Satellites may be
wall-mounted. The customer is
responsible for proper selection and use of mounting
hardware available through
hardware stores to properly
and safely wall-mount the
ESC200 Satellites. This product
is not intended for ceiling
mounting.
Remote.
one.Speaker Placement
0-2 ft.
5
- 6 ft.
6"
6"
Front
Rear
Center
Place the center speaker
even with the left and
right speakers, or
slightly behind.
Place all three front
speakers at approximately
the same height. (Height of
ears preferable.)
Subwoofer
Optimum subwoofer placement, positioned vertically
or horizontally.
Rotating logo. Pull out
gently and turn.
On optional stands.
Part No. FS10/20.
two.Speaker Connections
FUSE
OUTPUT 1/2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 2
LEFT RIGHT
RIGHT LEFT
REAR SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SPEAKER 3A
– +
– +
– +
– +
– +
– +
– +– +– +– +– +– +
Front Right Speaker
Rear Right
Speaker
Rear Left
Speaker
Front Left Speaker
Center
Speaker
Subwoofer
INPUT 1
LEFT RIGHT
FRONT SPEAKERS
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE: 8
FUSE
FRONT SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
REAR SPEAKERS
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE: 8
RIGHT LEFT SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SPEAKER 3A
- +- +– +– +– +– +
Stereo
TV
Stereo
VCR
Audio
Out
Audio
Out
Additional Audio Equipment
(optional)
R
L
R
L
OUTPUT 1/2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 1
LEFT RIGHT
To connect your speakers,
press down on the quick
release tab, which opens the
terminal for the speaker wire,
and put the wire in straight.
Release the tab and give the
speaker wire a gentle tug.
If it’s in properly, it won’t
“give” at all. If it slides,
repeat the procedure.
Use the shortest wire for
the CENTER speaker, the two
medium length wires for the
FRONT speakers, and the long
wires for the REAR speakers.
Always insert the RED
coated wire into the RED
terminal and the BLACK
coated wire into the BLACK
terminal on each of your
speakers and the appropriate
terminal on the back of the
PROCESSOR.
Back of Speaker
Red Black
Make sure you match RED
to RED and BLACK to
BLACK on both ends.
three.Source Connection (TV or VCR)
four.Source Connection (Headphone)
FUSE
FRONT SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
REAR SPEAKERS
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE: 8
RIGHT LEFT SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SPEAKER 3A
– +– +– +– +– +– +
Stereo TV
with
Headphone
Output
Only
OUTPUT 1/2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 1
LEFT RIGHT
FUSE
FRONT SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT
REAR SPEAKERS
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE: 8
RIGHT LEFT SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SPEAKER 3A
AC 120V
60Hz
– +– +– +– +– +– +
OUTPUT 1/2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 2
LEFT RIGHT
INPUT 1
LEFT RIGHT
1
1
22
22
3
3
4
4
4
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
CENTER
– +
FRONT
REAR
LEFT RIGHT
FRONT
REAR
LEFT RIGHT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
five.Plug-In
six.Test
seven.Surround Modes
PRO LOGIC
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
HALL
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
CONCERT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
STEREO
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
Hall mode.
Stereo mode.
Pro Logic mode.
Concert mode.
eight.Volume
VOLUME
+
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
VOLUME
+
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
CENTER
+ +
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
CENTER
+ +
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
nine.Balance
REAR
LEFT BALANCE RIGHT
FRONT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
REAR
LEFT BALANCE RIGHT
FRONT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
FRONT
REAR
LEFT BALANCE RIGHT
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
FRONT
REAR
LEFT BALANCE RIGHT
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
ten.Bass & Treble
BASS
+
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
BASS
+
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
TREBLE
+
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
TREBLE
+
__
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
eleven.Bass Boost
BASS
BOOST
TEST
BOOST
INPUT 1/2
PRO
CONCERT
CENTER
VOLUME
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
RIGHT
HALL STEREO
–
BASS
BASS
TREBLE
–
–
–
++
+
+
ESC200
TM
+–+–+
–
+
–
BASS
BASS
BOOST
TREBLE
FRONT
STEREOHALL
REAR
POWER INPUT 1/2
VOLUME
CENTER
BALANCE RIGHT
CONCERTPRO LOGIC
LEFT
Troubleshooting
If you hear no sound at all,
check the following:
• Make sure the processor/
amplifier is plugged into a
live electrical outlet and that
the power switch is on.
• Check the connections
from the TV or VCR to the
processor/amplifier.
• If using with a television,
make sure the TV is on and a
signal is present.
• If using with a VCR, make
sure the VCR is playing
a tape.
• Check all connections
between processor/amplifier
and each of the speakers.
If one or more of the
speakers does not play,
check the following:
• Check all connections
between processor/amplifier
and each of the speakers.
• Adjust the balance controls
from left to right and front
to rear.
If you have very little
bass output, check the
following:
• Make sure the subwoofer is
connected properly to the
processor/amplifier.
• Experiment with placement
of the subwoofer. Remember,
place the subwoofer in a corner to get maximum bass output from the system.
• Make sure “Bass Boost”
is on.
• Adjust “Bass” level.
If there is no sound coming
from the rear speakers or
the volume is very low,
check the following:
• Check all connections
between processor/amplifier
and each of the speakers.
• Adjust the front-rear
balance controls on the
processor/amplifier.
• Make sure the TV show or
movie you are watching is
recorded in Dolby* Surround.
If it is not, try the “Concert
Hall” or “Stereo” settings on
the processor/amplifier.
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Specifications
Satellite Speakers
Power Handling (RMS)
20 watts
Frequency Response
120Hz – 20kHz
Sensitivity (1 watt/1 meter)
87dB
Nominal Impedance
8 ohms
Woofer Size
3"
Tweeter Size
1"
Dimensions (HxWxD)
4-1/16 x 7-1/2 x 7-3/8 inches
103 x 190 x 187mm
Subwoofer
Power Handling (RMS)
60 watts
Frequency Response
35Hz – 200Hz
Sensitivity (1 watt/1 meter)
90dB
Nominal Impedance
6 ohms
Woofer Size
6-1/2"
Dimensions (HxWxD)
7-3/4 x 13-7/8 x
17-3/4 inches
198 x 354 x 451mm
Processor Amplifier
Total Maximum
Amplifier Output
100 watts
Dimensions (HxWxD)
2-11/16 x 13-1/2 x 9 inches
69 x 343 x 230mm
Occasional refinements may be
made to existing products
without notice, but will always
meet or exceed original
specifications unless
otherwise stated.
JBL Consumer Products
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329
1-800-336-4JBL (4525) (USA only)
1996 JBL, Incorporated. JBL and Simply Cinema are
©
registered trademarks of JBL, Incorporated.
*Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Printed in USA 9/96 Part No. ESC200M
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