FM52, FM62,
FM82, FM65C
& FM8SUB
simple
set-up guide
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JBL loudspeakers you have
one. Speaker Placement
5 – 6 ft.
FM52, FM62, FM82 as front speakers
FM52, FM62, FM82 as rear speakers
FM65C in ceiling
FM8SUB subwoofer
in wall
two. Speaker Connections
– +– +
Front or Rear Speaker Outputs
LEFT RIGHT
LEFT
RIGHT
–
+
–
+
– +– +
Front Speaker Outputs
LEFT RIGHT
Connection (1)
Connection (2)
–
+
–
+
Right Satellite
–
+
Left Satellite
–
+
Subwoofer
Connection Tips
Wire Length Recommended Size
Up to 20 ft. 16 gauge
Up to 30 ft. 12 gauge
Greater than 30 ft. 10 gauge
The wires for both speakers
should be the same length. If
one speaker is placed closer to
the amplifier than the other,
hide the excess wire behind
the wall.
FM52, FM62, FM82, FM65C
FM8SUB
The FM8SUB has two speaker
connections. Connect one set of
terminals, along with your left
satellite to the left channel of
your amplifier. Connect the
other set of terminals, along
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.
with your right satellite to the
right channel of your amplifier.
three. Installation
The FM Series flush-mount
speakers were
easily installed. However, if you
are unsure of your ability to
designed to be
Tools Needed
Phillips #2 screwdriver
Pencil
FM52, FM62, FM82
Installation Kit
properly install these loudspeakers, please contact your
dealer or a qualified installer.
Measuring tape
Carpenter’s level
Utility knife
Awl
Template
Retainer clips
Speaker frame
Mounting brackets
Thread-forming screws
Template
Tape
Level
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
Kerf Line
Existing Construction
Step One:
Remove the grille from the
speaker frame.
Step Four:
Cut the dry wall.
Step Two:
Determine the correct speaker
location.
Step Five:
Place the mounting bracket on
the speaker frame using the
mounting guides (marked 3/8",
1/2", 5/8", and 3/4") corresponding to the thickness of
the dry wall.
Step Three:
Determine the speaker-frame
location.
Step Six:
Place the frame assembly in
the wall.
Step Seven:
Connect the speaker wires to
the baffle assembly and install
baffle assembly in frame.
Do not overtighten the baffle
screws.
Step Eight:
Replace the metal grille.
New Construction
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
Step One:
Remove the grille from the
speaker frame.
Step Two:
Attach the proper mounting
bracket, marked and preset at
3/8", 1/2", 5/8", and 3/4" to the
speaker frame.
Step Four:
Nail or screw the speaker frame
assembly to the wall studs and
route the wires through the
frame opening.
After the Drywall is Installed
Step Three:
Determine the correct speaker
location.
Step Five:
Cut the drywall.
Step Six:
Connect the speaker wires to
the baffle assembly and install
baffle assembly in frame. Do
not overtighten the baffle
screws.
Step Seven:
Replace the metal grille.
FM8SUB
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
Step One:
Remove the grille from the
subwoofer frame.
Step Four:
Loosen the eight phillips head
screws until the locking tabs
turn inward.
Step Two:
Determine the correct
subwoofer location.
Step Five
Connect the speaker wires to
the baffle assembly.
Step Three
Cut the drywall.
Step Six:
Place the subwoofer in the wall.
Step Seven:
Screw down each of the eight
phillips head screws. The tabs
will swivel into place and
secure the unit to the rear
surface of the drywall.
Step Eight
Replace the metal grille.
FM65CX
≥1-1/2"
≥1-1/2"
Step One:
Remove the grille from the
speaker frame.
Step Four:
Remove 4 phillips head screws
that attach speaker to frame.
Step Seven:
Screw down each of the three
phillips head screws. The tabs
will swivel into place and
secure the unit to the rear
surface of the drywall.
Step Two:
Determine the correct speaker
location in the ceiling.
Step Five:
Loosen the three phillips head
screws on the frame, until the
locking tabs turn inward.
Step Eight:
Connect the speaker wires to
the speaker.
Step Three:
Cut the drywall.
Step Six:
Place the frame assembly in
the wall.
Step Nine:
Reinstall speaker in frame,
using 4 phillips head screws.
Step Ten:
Replace the metal grille.
Painting the Speaker Frame and Grille
FM Series loudspeakers can be
painted to match any style of
decor. If you wish to change
their color, the satin finish on
the grille and frame will function as a primer coat. Before
painting install the paint guard
(in the assembly kit) securely
into the recess in the baffle.
This will protect the speaker
components and baffle from
paint residue.
Use a high-quality spray paint,
and apply a thin coat of color.
Be certain the grille perforations remain free of paint.
Filling them with paint will
diminish the sound quality.
Note: Gently remove the
acoustical blanket from the
back of the grille before painting. Reattach the acoustical
blanket after the paint has
dried.
Troubleshooting
If there is no sound from
either of the speakers, check
the following:
• Receiver/amplifier is on and a
source is playing.
• Check all wires and connections between receiver/amplifier,
in-wall room volume control and
speakers. Make sure all wires are
connected. Make sure none of
the speaker wires are frayed, cut,
or punctured.
• 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 there is low bass output,
check the following:
• Make sure the connections to
the left and right “Speaker
Inputs” have the correct polarity
(+ and –).
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.
Specifications
SYSTEM FM52 FM62 FM65C
Frequency Response (–6dB): 50Hz – 20kHz 40Hz – 20kHz 45Hz – 20kHz
Recommended Maximum
Amplifier Power*: 40 watts 50 watts 50 watts
Sensitivity: 88dB 90dB 90dB
Crossover Frequency: 6kHz 5kHz 7kHz
Outside Dimensions (HxW): 11 x 7-1/2 inches 13 x 7-1/2 inches 8-1/8 inches (dia.)
Frequency Response (–6dB): 35Hz – 20kHz 32Hz – 300Hz
Recommended Maximum
Crossover Frequency: 5kHz 300Hz
Outside Dimensions (HxW): 15-1/8 x 11 inches 11-13/16 x 11-13/16 inches
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal 8 ohms nominal 8 ohms nominal
Woofer: 5-1/4" 6-1/2" 6-1/2"
Tweeter: 1" titanium 1" titanium 1" titanium
280 x 190mm 330 x 190mm 206mm (dia.)
SYSTEM FM82 FM8SUB
Amplifier Power*: 60 watts 120 watts
Sensitivity: 88dB 88dB
Impedance: 8 ohms 8 ohms
Woofer: 8" 8"
Tweeter: 1" titanium N/A
385 x 280mm 300 x 300mm
Occasional refinements may be
made to existing products without notice, but will always meet
or exceed original specifications
unless otherwise stated.
*The maximum recommended
amplifier power rating will
ensure proper system headroom
to allow for occasional peaks.
We do not recommend sustained
operation at these maximum
power levels.
JBL Incorporated
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1-800-336-4JBL (4525) (USA only)
1996 JBL, Incorporated.
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JBL is a registered trademark of JBL, Incorporated.
Printed in USA 7/96 Part No. FMOM
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. 7/96
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