Jbl SCS135, SCS 135SI Manual

S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

SCS135 System	Center
Frequency Response
35Hz – 20kHz (–6dB)	Recommended Power
	10 – 100 watts
	Impedance
Satellites	8 ohms nominal
	Sensitivity
Recommended Power	86dB @ 1 watt/1 meter
10 – 100 watts	Tweeter
Impedance	One 1/2" titanium-laminate
8 ohms nominal	dome, video-shielded
Sensitivity	Midrange
86dB @ 1 watt/1 meter	Dual 3" drivers, video-shielded
Tweeter	Dimensions (H x W x D)
One 1/2" titanium-laminate	3-1/4" x 7-5/8" x 3-3/4"
dome, video-shielded	83mm x 194mm x 95mm
Midrange	Weight
One 3" driver, video-shielded	1.89 lb/0.86kg
Dimensions (H x W x D)
4-3/8" x 3-3/16" x 3-3/4"
111mm x 81mm x 95mm	Subwoofer
Weight
1.1 lb/0.5kg	Amplifier
	100 watts RMS
	Bass
	8"	woofer, bass-reflex
	enclosure
	Dimensions (H x W x D)
	15" x 13" x 14"
	381mm x 330mm x 356mm
	Weight
	30 lb/13.6kg

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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E A D T H I S ! I m p o r t a n t

S a f e t y P r e c a u t i o n s !

extreme care should be taken to keep from

CAUTION

ventilation is provided or the

been

adhered to.

contact with them might be fatal.

manufacturer’s instructions have

touching such power lines or circuits, as

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

11. Power Sources. This product

should be

18. Overloading. Do not overload wall

DO NOT OPEN

operated only from the type of

power

outlets, extension cords, or integral

source indicated on the marking

label. If

convenience receptacles, as this can result

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,

you are not sure of the type of

power

in a risk of fire or electric shock.

supply to your home, consult your product

19. Object and Liquid Entry. Never push

do not remove the grounding plug

on the power cord, or use any plug

dealer or local power company. For products

objects of any kind into this product

or extension cord that does not have

intended to operate from battery power, or

through openings, as they may touch

a grounding plug provided.

other sources, refer to the operating

dangerous voltage points or short-out parts

instructions.

that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Make certain that the

12. Grounding or Polarization. This

Never spill liquid of any kind on the

AC outlet is properly grounded.

product may be equipped with a polarized

product.

Do not use an adapter plug

with this product.

alternating-current-line plug (a plug having

20. Servicing. Do not attempt to service

one blade wider than the other). This plug

this product yourself, as opening or

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,

will fit into the power outlet only one way.

removing covers may expose you to

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

This is a safety feature. If you are unable

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s

all servicing to qualified service personnel.

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a

reversing the plug. If the plug should still

21. Damage Requiring Service. Unplug

risk of electric shock to persons.

fail to fit, contact your electrician to

this product from the wall outlet and refer

The exclamation point within an equilateral

replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat

servicing to qualified service personnel

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

under the following conditions:

presence of important operating and

13. Power-Cord Protection. Power-supply

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

a. The power-supply cord or the plug has

literature accompanying the appliance.

cords should be routed so that they are not

been damaged; or

likely to be walked on or pinched by items

b. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has

placed upon or against them, paying

1. Read Instructions. All the safety and

been spilled into, the product; or

operating instructions should be read before

particular attention to cords at plugs,

c. The product has been exposed to rain or

the product is operated.

convenience receptacles, and the point

water; or

2. Retain Instructions. The safety and

where they exit from the product.

d. The product does not operate normally

14. Nonuse Periods. The power cord of the

when following the operating instructions.

operating instructions should be retained

for future reference.

product should be unplugged from the

Adjust only those controls that are covered

outlet when left unused for long periods of

by the operating instructions, as an

3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the

time.

improper adjustment of other controls may

product and in the operating instructions

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an

result in damage and will often require

should be adhered to.

outside antenna or cable system is

extensive work by a qualified technician to

4. Follow Instructions. All operating and

connected to the product, be sure the

restore the product to its normal operation;

use instructions should be followed.

antenna or cable system is grounded so as

or

5. Cleaning. Unplug this product from the

to provide some protection against voltage

e. The product has been dropped or

wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

surges and built-up static charges. Article

damaged in any way; or

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a

810 of the National Electrical Code,

f. The product exhibits a distinct change in

damp cloth for cleaning.

ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with

performance; this indicates a need for

6. Attachments.

Do not use attachments

regard to proper grounding of the mast and

service.

not recommended

by the product

supporting structure, grounding of the lead-

22. Replacement Parts. When replacement

manufacturer, as

they may cause hazards.

in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size

parts are required, be sure the service

7. Water and Moisture. Do not use this

of grounding conductors, location of

technician has used replacement parts

product near water – for example, near a

antenna-discharge unit, connection to

specified by the manufacturer or that have

bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry

grounding electrodes, and requirements for

the same characteristics as the original

tub; in a wet basement; near a swimming

the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

part. Unauthorized substitutions may result

pool; or the like.

16. Lightning. For added protection for

in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

8. Accessories. Do not place this product

this product during a lightning storm, or

23. Safety Check. Upon completion of any

on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket

when it is left unattended and unused for

service or repairs to this product, ask the

or table. The product may fall, causing

long periods of time, unplug it from the

service technician to perform safety checks

serious injury to a child or adult, and

wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or

to determine that the product is in proper

serious damage to the product. Use only

cable system. This will prevent damage to

operating condition.

with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table

the product due to lightning and power-line

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting. The product

recommended by the manufacturer, or sold

surges.

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only

with the product. Any mounting of the

17. Power Lines. An outside antenna

as recommended by the manufacturer.

product should follow the manufacturer’s

system

should

not be located in the vicinity

25. Heat. The product should be situated

instructions, and should use a mounting

of overhead

power lines or other electric

away from heat sources such as radiators,

accessory recommended by the

light or power

circuits, or where it can fall

heat registers, stoves or other products

manufacturer.

into such power lines or circuits. When

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. A Product and Cart

installing an outside antenna system,

Combination Should Be

Moved with Care. Quick

Figure A.

stops, excessive force

and uneven surfaces may

Example of Antenna

cause the product and

Grounding as per National

cart combination to overturn.

Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna Lead-In Wire

10. Ventilation. Slots and openings in the

Ground Clamp

cabinet are provided for ventilation and to

ensure reliable operation of the product and

Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC

Section 810-20)

to protect it from overheating, and these

Grounding Conductors (NEC

Section 810-21)

openings must not be blocked or covered.

The openings should never be blocked by

Electric Service Equipment

placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or

Ground Clamps

other similar surface. This product should

not be placed in a built-in installation,

Power Service Grounding

Electrode System

such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper

(NEC Art 250, Part H)

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I N C L U D E D

Four satellites for left, right and surrounds. Wall-mount brackets.

One center-channel speaker with adjustable support leg.

Powered subwoofer.

Two 20' speaker cables for

Three 40'

speaker cables for

connection from receiver to

connection

from receiver to

subwoofer.

left and

right rear satellites

and center speaker.

Two 15' speaker cables for

connection from subwoofer to

front speakers.

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