JBL SDEC-4000 User Manual 2

SYNTHESIS

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SDEC-3000
SDEC-4000
D

IGIT AL

EQUALIZER

INSTALLER’S
MANUAL

PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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NTRODUCTION AND FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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ETAILED DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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RONT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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EAR PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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NPUT/OUTPUT ASSIGNMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

SDEC-3000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

SDEC-4000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

SDEC-4000 W

ITH BI-AMPLIFIED FRONT SPEAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

SDEC-4000 W

ITH FULL-RANGE FRONT SPEAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

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ONNECTION TO THE REST OF THE JBL SYNTHESIS SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

SDEC-3000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

SDEC-4000 W

ITH BI-AMPLIFIED SPEAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

SDEC-4000 W

ITH FULL-RANGE FRONT SPEAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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ECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL OF 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 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 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 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 injur y 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.

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

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of this JBL Synthesis®SDEC Digital Equalizer! You have chosen a product that
embodies the best of what JBL

®

has discovered about the emotional power of audio reproduction in more than sixty
years of preeminence in the field. This Digital Equalizer has been designed and crafted to provide the user with a
high level of sonic performance; special attention has been paid to minimize the number of components in the audio
signal path, resulting in extremely low distortion, excellent transient response and wide dynamic range. Synthesis
products set new benchmarks in audio technology, and, when used as part of a complete JBL Synthesis system,
will bring the ambience and acoustics of some of the world’s greatest concert halls and theaters into your home.
To obtain the best performance from this Digital Equalizer, please be sure to completely read this user’s manual
and use the SDEC Digital Equalizer only in accordance with its instructions.

From its inception, JBL Synthesis has been the answer to the questions: “How do you build a state-of-the-art
home theater system and make it sound superb in every installation? How can you be sure all the hardware is
compatible?” These were the big questions fifteen years ago; Synthesis was the answer. Once again, JBL Synthesis
moves beyond the competition and is the answer. The JBL Synthesis Digital Equalizer (SDEC) is a (up to) 12-channel­in/20-channel-out 24-bit, 96kHz digital audio signal processor. Unlike nearly all other audio components on the
market, the SDEC has been designed to work specifically with other Synthesis System components. This narrow
application focus has allowed our engineers to design a product with far fewer compromises, resulting in
unequalled system performance. By reading the following pages, you will become familiar with the technological
features and unique capabilities incorporated within the SDEC and available nowhere else.

Until now, anything beyond the most basic equalization has been impossible without expensive acoustical instru­mentation and the knowledge to use it. This is why, traditionally, equalizers have been general-purpose devices,
designed to be applicable to any audio system, usually of doing more harm than good! Add to this situation the fact
that equalizing a speaker system by ear is truly a futile exercise. This helps to account for the generally low
acceptance of equalizers outside of professional audio applications.

FEATURES

• Up to 120 bands of fully parametric EQ

• Built-in crossover for bi-amp outputs (SDEC-4000 only)

• Delay adjustment for each output

• Delay adjustment for driver compensation

• Four subwoofer outputs (SDEC-4000 only)

• Two pairs of side speaker outputs for large rooms with multiple rows of seating (SDEC-4000 only)

• 24-Bit DSP

• 96kHz sample rate on all inputs and outputs

• Balanced or Single-Ended (unbalanced) inputs and outputs

INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES

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DETAILED DIAGRAM –FRONT PANEL

0 INPUT/OUTPUT CARD MONITORING

Each channel has three LED indicators showing:

C

LIP

Illuminated – Indicates clipping in the analog domain for each channel of the fitted Input or Output card.
The LED will light at +18.5dB.

S

IGNAL

Illuminated – The Signal LED will light for each channel of a fitted Input or Output card when the signal
reaches or exceeds the signal threshold of –20dB.

PHANTOM

This feature is currently not supported by JBL Synthesis (lights to indicate +48V phantom power has
been activated for the relevant channel of a fitted input card).

1 USB

This is currently for future use and is not supported.

2 DATA ACTIVITY

The Data Activity LED will flash to indicate that the device is communicating with another control device, either
on the network or via the USB, serial or control ports.

3 NETWORK LINK

The Network Link indicates the presence of Cat. 5 Ethernet cables. If no cables are connected, the LED is unlit;
the LED flashes if either a control or CobraNet

®

cable is fitted, and remains illuminated if both cables are connected.
The network link is used for configuring and calibrating the Synthesis System when using the DACS calibration,
and for system status when using the SDEC-4000.

4 LCD (LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY)

Indicates the name/ID and IP address of the unit.

5 CONTRAST (HOLD)

Pressing and holding the Locate switch will cycle the LCD through its contrast range.

6 LOCA TE

Pressing the Locate switch on the front of the unit will illuminate the Locate switch on the rear and identify the
device within the DACS software.

0

2

3

1

4

5

6

6

7 AC MAINS

AC Mains input to the universal switched-mode power supply, operates over a wide range of AC input voltages
from 85V to 270V, 50/60Hz.

8 LOCA TE

Pressing the Locate switch on the rear of the unit will illuminate the Locate switch on the front and identify the
device within the DACS software.

9 COBRANET CONNECTORS

Primary/Secondary: The SDEC-4000P and SDEC-4000X use CobraNet to send and receive audio data. During normal
operation, the Primary port only receives audio data from and transmits audio data to the network. Should the
Primary port or connection fail, the CobraNet module automatically switches to receive from and transmit with the
Secondary port. This is an optional connection.

Please Note: When using the SDEC-4000, you must connect the two units through the CobraNet connection, using
a Cat. 5e crossover cable.

A RS-232

Serial port for connection of external calibration and configuration equipment not used at this time.

B ETHERNET

The main connection for the proprietary system control network, and for third-party Ethernet control. The SDEC-4000
must be connected to an Ethernet hub during the calibration process. The SDEC-3000 can be connected directly to
a PC using a crossover Cat. 5 Ethernet cable.

C BUDDYLINK/48K

This connection is not supported at this time.

D CONTROL INPUTS

The SDEC-4000 can be configured for full-range or bi-amp operation by using these control inputs. The SDEC-3000
does not need or use this connection.

E I/O CARD POSITIONS A, B, C AND D

These connectors provide the balanced and unbalanced connections for the I/O card fitted in the four card
slots in a JBL Synthesis SDEC device. A green LED next to the slot assignment letter A, B, C or D indicates that an
Input card is fitted and an amber LED when an output card is fitted. The analog connections are balanced/unbal­anced, on Phoenix/Combicon connectors. Depending on which model and configuration you have purchased will
determine which I/O card has been installed at the factory. Please make sure to order the correct wiring kit, either
S3000IC or S4000IC, with your system.

DETAILED DIAGRAM –REAR PANEL

SDEC-3000 has no CobraNet or Word Clock connections, but is otherwise identical to the SDEC-4000P and SDEC-4000X.

SDEC-3000

SDEC-4000P and
SDEC-4000X

7

8

9

A

C

B

D

E

7

SDEC-3000

The SDEC-3000 supports up to 7.1 input with up to 7.1 output. The input and output assignments are as described
in the below chart. You must make the correct connections from the surround processor output to the amplifier input
for the system to work correctly. Please refer to the connection diagram for more information.

The correct Synthesis Interconnect kit includes all the necessary connections for using the SDEC in the Synthesis
system. Please be sure to order the S3000IC for use with SDEC-3000 and S4000IC for use with SDEC-4000. Retrofit kits
are also available. Please contact JBL Synthesis Technical Support for more information at [phone] (USA only).

CONNECTION NOTES

• Please follow the wiring diagram and the Input/Output Assignments chart for correct connections.

• You will need to use the Ethernet network port on the rear panel of the unit for the final calibration process.

You can use a crossover network cable if you plan to connect directly to the SDEC-3000 from a computer.
Alternatively, you can connect the SDEC-3000 through any standard Ethernet hub.

• When using the SDP-40 processor, make sure the subwoofer (in speaker setup) is set to Mono output and connect

to the Subwoofer Left output.

INPUT/OUTPUT ASSIGNMENTS

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9 LEFT FRONT C1
10 RIGHT FRONT C2
11 CENTER FRONT C3
12 LEFT SIDE C4
13 RIGHT SIDE D1
14 LEFT REAR D2
15 RIGHT REAR D3
16 SUBWOOFER D4

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1 LEFT FRONT A1

2 RIGHT FRONT A2

3 CENTER FRONT A3

4 LEFT SIDE A4

5 RIGHT SIDE B1

6 LEFT REAR B2

7 RIGHT REAR B3

8 SUBWOOFER B4

(Mono Sub Left)

Input/Output Assignments

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SDEC-4000

The SDEC-4000 comprises two units. Both the SDEC-4000P and SDEC-4000X are

required

for the digital equalizer
to function properly in the Synthesis system. Please be sure to connect both units correctly according to the
Input/Output Assignments chart.

The correct Synthesis Interconnect kit includes all the necessary connections for using the SDEC in the Synthesis
System. Please be sure to order the S3000IC for use with SDEC-3000 and S4000IC for use with SDEC-4000. Retrofit kits
are also available. Please contact JBL Synthesis Technical Support for more information at [phone] (USA only).

The SDEC-4000 is capable of processing up to 12 inputs and up to 20 outputs. Depending on the type and number
of outputs will determine which connections you should use to connect the SDEC to the rest of your system. Please
refer to the connection diagram for more information.

CONNECTION NOTES

• The SDEC-4000 can process two outputs for the front left, center and right channels to output to an amplifier

for a Bi-amplified system. There are discrete outputs for a single high-frequency horn speaker (SAM1HF) and
low-frequency (SAM2LF) speakers. These outputs can only be used with speakers designed to be used with an
external crossover. Do not use the SDEC Digital Equalizer for any speakers other than the recommended
Synthesis speaker packages.

• There are two pairs of outputs for side speakers. If you are only using one pair of side speakers you may leave

the second pair of outputs with no connection. If you are using a second pair of side speakers, you should connect
the pair closest to the front speakers to output 1 and the pair closest to the rear speakers to output 2.

• There are up to four subwoofer outputs. You should use them in pairs so that you either have two or four

subwoofers. All Synthesis systems are designed for at least two subwoofers.

• You

must

connect the SDEC-4000P and the SDEC-4000X using the CobraNet connection, using an Ethernet

network

crossover

cable, Cat. 5e minimum.

• The two units must be connected to an Ethernet network hub for the final calibration process. Both units need

to be connected to the same hub or router, and an open port needs to be accessible for the calibration computer.

• When using the SDP-40 processor, make sure the subwoofer (in speaker setup) is set to Mono output and connect

to the Subwoofer Left output.

INPUT/OUTPUT ASSIGNMENTS

SDEC-4000 WITH BI-AMPLIFIED FRONT SPEAKERS

This configuration requires the selection of bi-amplified operation, as noted on page 11.

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9 LEFT FRONT-LOW A1 S5160 #1 CH1
10 LEFT FRONT-HI A2 S5160 #1 CH2
11 RIGHT FRONT-LOW A3 S5160 #1 CH3
12 RIGHT FRONT-HI A4 S5160 #1 CH4
13 CENTER FRONT-LOW B1 S5160 #2 CH1
14 CENTER FRONT-HI B2 S5160 #2 CH2
15 LEFT SIDE 1 B3 S5160 #2 CH3
16 LEFT SIDE 2 B4 optional –

N/C C1 – –

N/C C2 – –
17 RIGHT SIDE 1 C3 S5160 #2 CH4
18 RIGHT SIDE 2 C4 optional –

N/C D1 – –

N/C D2 – –
19 LEFT REAR D3 S5160 #1 CH5
20 RIGHT REAR D4 S5160 #2 CH5

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1 FRONT LEFT A1
2 FRONT RIGHT A2
3 CENTER FRONT A3
4 LEFT SIDE A4
5 RIGHT SIDE B1
6 LEFT REAR B2
7 RIGHT REAR B3
8 SUBWOOFER B4

(Mono Sub L)

N/C C1

N/C C2

N/C C3

N/C C4

9

INPUT/OUTPUT ASSIGNMENTS

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21 SUBWOOFER 1 D1 S800 #1 CH1 (bridged)
22 SUBWOOFER 2 D2 S800 #2 CH1 (bridged)
23 SUBWOOFER 3 D3 S800 #3 (optional) CH1 (bridged)
24 SUBWOOFER 4 D4 S800 #4 (optional) CH1 (bridged)

Input/Output Assignments

SDEC-4000 WITH FULL-RANGE FRONT SPEAKERS

This is the default configuration.

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21 SUBWOOFER 1 D1 S800 #4 CH1 (bridged)
22 SUBWOOFER 2 D2 S800 #5 CH1 (bridged)
23 SUBWOOFER 3 D3 S800 #6 CH1 (bridged)
24 SUBWOOFER 4 D4 S800 #7 CH1 (bridged)

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9 LEFT FRONT A1 S800 #1 CH1 (bridged)
10 N/C A2 – –
11 RIGHT FRONT A3 S800 #2 CH1 (bridged)
12 N/C A4 – –
13 CENTER FRONT B1 S800 #3 CH1 (bridged)
14 N/C B2 – –
15 LEFT SIDE 1 B3 S7150 #1 CH1
16 LEFT SIDE 2 B4 S7150 #1 CH2

N/C C1 – –

N/C C2 – –
17 RIGHT SIDE 1 C3 S7150 #1 CH3
18 RIGHT SIDE 2 C4 S7150 #1 CH4

N/C D1 – –

N/C D2 – –
19 LEFT REAR D3 S7150 #1 CH5
20 RIGHT REAR D4 S7150 #1 CH6

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1 FRONT LEFT A1
2 FRONT RIGHT A2
3 CENTER FRONT A3
4 LEFT SIDE A4
5 RIGHT SIDE B1
6 LEFT REAR B2
7 RIGHT REAR B3
8 SUBWOOFER B4

(Mono Sub L)

N/C C1

N/C C2

N/C C3

N/C C4

INPUT/OUTPUT ASSIGNMENTS

10

Input/Output Assignments

11

SELECTING FULL-RANGE CONFIGURATION

There Are Two Ways to Select Full-Range LCR Operation.

Please Note: Only Method One can be done on the control ports
(without a computer). Method Two requires a computerrunning
the appropriate configuration software. Please contact JBL
Synthesis Technical Support for more information.

METHOD ONE:

With the unit powered up and running, connect Control Input 1
to “C” (common) on the back of the unit for full-range.

METHOD TWO:

While online and in operate mode from within London
Architect, select the “Main” page and then click on the
full-range button.

SELECTING BI-AMPED CONFIGURATION

There Are Two Ways to Select Bi-Amped LCR Operation.

Please Note: Only Method One can be done on the control ports
(without a computer). Method Two requires a computerrunning
the appropriate configuration software. Please contact JBL
Synthesis Technical Support for more information.

METHOD ONE:

With the unit powered up and running, connect Control
Input 2 to “C” for bi-amped.

METHOD TWO:

While online and in operate mode from within London
Architect

™

, select the “Main” page and then click on the

bi-amped button.

INPUT/OUTPUT ASSIGNMENTS

NOTE: The full-range configuration is the default and will
not require selection during normal use.

WARNING;

WARNING;

WARNING ;

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CONNECTION TO THE REST OF THE JBL SYNTHESIS SYSTEM

SDEC-3000

NOTE: Although the
SDP-5 is shown here,
connections for the
SDP-40 are similar.

SDP-5

S/PDIF INPUTS

1212

34

1

RS-232

2

VIDEO

2

1

S-VIDEOAUDIO

12345678

L

R

S/N

4

3

IR IN

TRIGGER
OUTPUTS

S/PDIF

OUT

2

1

SDEC-3000

To Ethernet hub
(for system calibration)

S7150

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Ch. 1

Input

R

IR
VUO

SAP

EN
E
UQIR

KC

OHS CIRTCELE F

T
CE

NEPO T

N

L

OITU

E

ON O

C
OHC

D

O

AC

K

E

SI

D

R

E
U
QSI

R

:SIVA

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

-

serial number

Ch. 1 Output

+

S5160 POWER AMPLIFIER

Ch. 2
Input

+

-

Ch. 2 Output

INPUTS

(L)

(R)

Ch. 3
Input

3

(C)

(SUB)

-

Ch. 3 Output

TUV

US

C

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

IN

OUT

ON

1

SDP-5 Digital Surround Processor/Controller

Ch. 7
Input

-

Ch. 7 Output

JBL, Inc. Northridge, CA

Assembled in USA

2

AC 100-240V ~ 50-60 HZ, 60W

TRIGGERS

ON

15A

120V

50/60Hz

1800W

OFF

+

SPKR-1 SPKR-2

MANUALONAUTO

~

MAIN

INPUT 1

Y

4

PR PB

5

Y

PR PB

(LS)

(RS)

INPUT 3

(L)

(LS)

(C)

(RS)

(SUB)

(R)

Ch. 4
Input

WARNING :

+

-

Ch. 4 Output

+

INPUT 2

Y

PR PB

Y

PR PB

OUTPUT

CENTER

FRONT

L

R

SUBWOOFER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

Ch. 5

Input

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture

+

-

Ch. 5 Output

ZONE 2

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

REAR

SIDE

L

R

OUTPUTS

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Ch. 6

Input

+

-

Ch. 6 Output

S800

VOIR LE CAHIER D'

ATTENTION:

INSTRUCTION

To reduce the risk of fire or

WARNING;

electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

AVIS :

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

WARNING:

serial number

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

-

Ch. 1 Output

+

BRIDGED

BRIDGED

STEREOMONO

Ch. 2 Output

-

+-+

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Ch. 2
Input

TRIGGERS

ON

10A
120V

50/60Hz

1200W

OFF

MANUAL

~

IN

OUT

AUTO

ON

ON

13

CONNECTION TO THE REST OF THE JBL SYNTHESIS SYSTEM

SDEC-4000 With Bi-Amplified Speakers

S800

10A

120V
50/60Hz
1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO

ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S800

10A

120V
50/60Hz
1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO

ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S5160

WARNING:

serial number

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

15A

120V
50/60Hz
1800W

Ch. 1 Output Ch. 2 Output Ch. 3 Output Ch. 4 Output Ch. 5 Output

ON

OFF

MANUALONAUTO

ON

IN

OUT

SPKR-1 SPKR-2

Ch. 1
Input

Ch. 2
Input

Ch. 3
Input

Ch. 4
Input

Ch. 5
Input

:SIVA

R
I
R
V
UO

SA
P
EN
E
UQI

RTCE

LE

COHC

ED

EU

Q
S
IR

NO
ITUAC

K
C
OH
S CIR

TCEL

E F

O
KSIR

NEPO TON OD

~

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S5160 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

S5160

WARNING:

serial number

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

15A

120V
50/60Hz
1800W

Ch. 1 Output Ch. 2 Output Ch. 3 Output Ch. 4 Output Ch. 5 Output

ON

OFF

MANUALONAUTO

ON

IN

OUT

SPKR-1 SPKR-2

Ch. 1
Input

Ch. 2
Input

Ch. 3
Input

Ch. 4
Input

Ch. 5
Input

:SIVA

R
I
R
V
UO

SA
P
EN
E
UQI

RTCE

LE

COHC

ED

EU

Q
S
IR

NO
ITUAC

K
C
OH
S CIR

TCEL

E F

O
KSIR

NEPO TON OD

~

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S5160 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

+

-

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

SDP-5

SDEC-4000P

SDEC-4000X

S/PDIF INPUTS

IR IN

TRIGGER
OUTPUTS

OUT

S/PDIF

S/N

RS-232

2

1

VIDEO

S-VIDEOAUDIO

INPUTS

(L)

(R)

(C)

(SUB)

(LS)

(RS)

L

R

(L)

(R)

(C)

(SUB)

(LS)

(RS)

Y

PR PB

Y

PR PB

Y

PR PB

INPUT 1

INPUT 3

INPUT 2

Y

PR PB

OUTPUT

1

2

3

4

1212

34

12345

12345678

CENTER

FRONT

SIDE

REAR

L

R

L

R

SUBWOOFER

MAIN

VIDEO

ZONE 2

VIDEO

AUDIO

1

SDP-5 Digital Surround Processor/Controller

JBL, Inc. Northridge, CA

Assembled in USA

AC 100-240V ~ 50-60 HZ, 60W

OUTPUTS

2

TUV

US

C

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

To Ethernet hub
(for system calibration)

To Ethernet hub
(for system calibration)

NOTE: Although the
SDP-5 is shown here,
connections for the
SDP-40 are similar.

14

CONNECTION TO THE REST OF THE JBL SYNTHESIS SYSTEM

S800

10A

120V
50/60Hz
1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO

ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S7150

WARNING:

serial number

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

15A

120V
50/60Hz
1800W

Ch. 1 Output

ON

OFF

MANUALONAUTO

ON

IN

OUT

SPKR-1 SPKR-2

:SIVA

RIRVUO SAP EN EUQIRTCELE COHC ED EUQSIR

N
OITU

AC

KCOHS CIRTCELE FO KSIR

NEPO TON OD

~

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S5160 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

+

-

Ch. 2 Output

+

-

Ch. 3 Output

+

-

Ch. 4 Output

+

-

Ch. 5 Output

+

-

Ch. 6 Output

+

-

Ch. 7 Output

+

-

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKER CONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Ch. 1
Input

Ch. 2
Input

Ch. 3
Input

Ch. 4
Input

Ch. 5
Input

Ch. 6
Input

Ch. 7

Input

S800

10A
120V

50/60Hz

1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO
ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2

Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S800

10A

120V
50/60Hz
1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO

ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S800

10A
120V

50/60Hz

1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO

ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S800

10A

120V
50/60Hz
1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO
ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S800

10A
120V

50/60Hz

1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO

ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2
Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

S800

10A
120V

50/60Hz

1200W

ON

OFF

MANUAL

ON

AUTO
ON

IN

OUT

Ch. 2 Output

Ch. 1

BRIDGED

Input

Ch. 2

Input

ATTENTION:

VOIR LE CAHIER D'
INSTRUCTION

WARNING:

HAZARDOUS ENERGY, MAKE PROPER SPEAKERCONNECTIONS; SEE OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING.

serial number

STEREOMONO

BRIDGED

Ch. 1 Output

BRIDGED

+

-

+-+

-

DESIGNED, ENGINEERED AND MANUFACTURED
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

S800 POWER AMPLIFIER

JBL SYNTHESIS
NORTHRIDGE, CA

TRIGGERS

AVIS:

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

~

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING;WARNING;

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture

SDEC-4000P

SDEC-4000X

SDP-40

MICROPHONE INPUTS

1 2

2 1

1 2

1 (OSD)

2

Fix

Var Fix

Var

RS 232

IR IN

TRIGGER OUTPUTS

3 4

RECORD OUTPUTS

MAIN OUTPUTS

VIDEOVIDEO

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

LFE

MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS

SIDE

REAR

AUX

FRONT

ZONE 2

ZONE 2

AUDIO

AUDIO

S/PDIF

MAIN

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

AUDIO VIDEOS-VIDEO

AES/EBU

S/PDIF

FRONT LFECENTER SUBWOOFER

SIDE

AUX

REAR

L R

L R

L R

L R L R L R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

(C)

(SUB)

(LS)

(RS)

(L)

(R)

L

R

1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3

4 5 6

1 2 3

4 5 6

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

INPUTS COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2

INPUT 4

INPUT 3

OUTPUT

Y PR PB

Y PR PB

Y PR PB Y PR PB

Y PR PB

To Ethernet hub
(for system calibration)

To Ethernet hub
(for system calibration)

SDEC-4000 With Full-Range Front Speakers

NOTE: Although the
SDP-40 is shown here,
connections for the
SDP-5 are similar.

15

INPUTS UP TO 12 ANALOG; ELECTRONICALLY BALANCED ON PHOENIX/COMBICON REMOVABLE SCREW CONNECTORS

MIC/LINE INPUTS: NOMINAL GAIN 0DB, ELECTRONICALLY SWITCHABLE UP TO +48DB, IN +6DB STEPS,

INPUT IMPEDANCE 3.5K OHMS

MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL: +20DBU WITH 0DB INPUT GAIN (+8DBU WITH 12DB GAIN)
CMRR: >75DB AT 1KHZ
EQUIV. INPUT NOISE (EIN): <–128DBU TYPICAL WITH 150 OHMS SOURCE

OUTPUTS UP TO 20 ANALOG; ELECTRONICALLY BALANCED ON PHOENIX/COMBICON REMOVABLE SCREW CONNECTORS

MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL: +19DBU
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20HZTO20KHZ (+0.5/–1DB)
THD: <0.01% (20HZTO20KHZ, +10DBU OUTPUT)
DYNAMIC RANGE: 108DB TYPICAL (22HZTO22KHZ UNWEIGHTED)
CROSSTALK: <–75DB

CONTROL NETWORK

COBRANET: RJ45 CONNECTOR (SDEC-4000P, SDEC-4000X)
MAXIMUM CABLE LENGTH: 100M/300 FT. BETWEEN DEVICE AND ETHERNET SWITCH
ETHERNET: 2 X RJ45 CONNECTORS
MAXIMUM CABLE LENGTH: 100M/300 FT. BETWEEN DEVICE AND ETHERNET SWITCH
PANEL LED INDICATORS: SIGNAL PRESENT (PER INPUT), CLIP (PER INPUT), SYNC/48V (PER INPUT),

LCD, CONDUCTOR ACTIVE, NET LINK ACTIVE, DATA ACTIVITY
MAINS VOLTAGE: 85-270V AC, 50/60HZ
POWER CONSUMPTION: <35VA

GENERAL SDEC-3000 SDEC-4000

DIMENSIONS (H X W X D): 1-3/4" X 19" X 9-1/4" (44MM X 483MM X 235MM) 3-1/2" X 19" X 9-1/4" (89MM X 483MM X 235MM)
WEIGHT: 6.5 LB (3KG) 13 LB (6KG)

SPECIFICATIONS

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
JBL, JBL Synthesis and Synthesis are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries.

London Architect is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
THX Ultra2 is a trademark of THX Ltd. All rights reserved.

CobraNet is a registered trademark of Peak Audio, a division of Cirrus Logic, Inc.

Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
250 Crossways Park Drive
Woodbury, NY 11797

8500 Balboa Boulevard
Northridge, CA 91329

818.830.8757
www.jblsynthesis.com

Part No. SDEC3000/4000 OM 10/06

Declaration of Conformity

We, Harman Consumer Group International

2, route de Tours
72500 Château du Loir
France

declare in own responsibility that the products
described in this owner’s manual are in compliance
with technical standards:

EN 61000-6-3:2001
EN 61000-6-1:2001

Luc Guillaume

Harman Consumer Group International

Château du Loir, France 10/06