JBL S5160 User Manual

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SYNTHESIS

S5160
POWER
AMPLIFIER

USER’S
MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

A Harman International Company

1.0 Precautions _______________________________________________________4

1.1 Important Safeguards for Audio Products ________________________________4

2.0 Introduction and Features ____________________________________________6

2.1 Included __________________________________________________________7

3.0 S5160 Operation and Controls _________________________________________8

4.0 Connecting Your JBL Synthesis System_________________________________11

4.1 JBL Synthesis One: Suggested Rack-Mounting Order ______________________11

4.2 JBL Synthesis One: Control Wiring Diagram _____________________________12

4.3 JBL Synthesis One: Interconnection Diagram ____________________________13

5.0 Physical Considerations _____________________________________________14

6.0 Troubleshooting ___________________________________________________15

7.0 Specifications _____________________________________________________16

JBL Synthesis S5160 Power Amplifier User’s Manual
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JBL and JBL Synthesis are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
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8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797

516.255.4JBL

Part Number: S5160/120OM

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PRECAUTIONS

1.0

1.1 Important Safeguards
For Audio Products

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL THE
FOLLOWING IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
THAT ARE APPLICABLE TO YOUR EQUIPMENT

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 accor-

dance 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 are 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 use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

16. 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.

17. 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 A.

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18. 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 lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

19. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or inte­gral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.

20. Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or elec­tric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

21. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.

22. 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.

23. When replacement 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.

24. 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.

25. The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-22 of the NEC that pro­vides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.

Figure A.
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

Part No. HCGUL1492/6500 04/2004 EN

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