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JBL SDP-5 User Manual

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JBL SIS Products Group
8500 Balboa Boulevard
Northridge, CA 91329
250 Crossways Park Drive
Woodbury, NY 11797
800-336-4JBL
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic," "Surround EX," and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. Patent Nos. 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European Patent No. 0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents
pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround EX is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Used under authorization.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Patent Nos. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762 and other worldwide patents issued and
pending. "DTS," "DTS-ES Extended Surround," and "Neo:6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights
reserved.
"Lexicon," "LOGIC7," and the L7 logo are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. U.S. Patent Nos. D454,553; D454,860; 5,796,844; 5,870,480
and other worldwide patents issued and pending.
© 2003 Harman international Industries, Incorporated, All rights reserved.
This document should not be construed as a commitment on the part of JBL Synthesis. The information it contains is subject to change without notice. JBL Synthesis
assumes no responsibility for errors that may appear within this document.

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  • Page 1 © 2003 Harman international Industries, Incorporated, All rights reserved. Woodbury, NY 11797 This document should not be construed as a commitment on the part of JBL Synthesis. The information it contains is subject to change without notice. JBL Synthesis 800-336-4JBL...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    JBL Synthesis DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation, and operation instructions for the SDP-5 Digital Controller. It is important to read this user guide before attempting to use this product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions. The following symbols are used in this document:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Section 1: Getting Started About the SDP-5........1-2 Highlights •...
  • Page 4 Introduction JBL Synthesis Section 3: SETUP Section 6: Troubleshooting & Maintenance (continued from page iii) REAR PANEL CONFIG ......3-45 Troubleshooting .

  • Page 5: Us Important Safety Instructions

    Introduction SDP-5 ENGLISH DEUTSCH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE • Save these instructions for later use. • Bewahren Sie diese Anleitungen zur späteren Benutzung auf. • Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. • Befolgen Sie alle Anleitungen und alle Warnhinweise auf dem Gerät •...

  • Page 6: Es Instrucciones De Seguridad Importantes

    Introduction JBL Synthesis ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES RELATIVES À LA SÉCURITÉ • Guarde estas instrucciones para futuras referencias. • Conservez ces instructions pour pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement. • Siga todas las instrucciones y tenga en cuenta las advertencias que aparecen en la unidad y en las instrucciones de funcionamiento.

  • Page 7: It Importanti Norme Di Sicurezza

    Introduction SDP-5 ITALIANO PORTUGUESE IMPORTANTI NORME DI SICUREZZA INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA • Conservare le presenti norme per l’utilizzo futuro. • Guarde essas instruções para uso posterior. • Seguire sempre tutte le istruzioni e gli avvertimenti segnati sull’unità e nelle istruzioni •...

  • Page 8: Dk Vigtig Information Om Sikkerhed

    Introduction JBL Synthesis DANSK SUOMI VIGTIG INFORMATION OM SIKKERHED TÄRKEITÄ TURVALLISUUSOHJEITA • Gem denne vejledning til senere brug. • Säilytä nämä ohjeet tulevaa käyttöä varten. • Følg alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet. • Seuraa kaikkia yksikköön merkittyjä ohjeita ja varoituksia.

  • Page 9: No Viktig Informasjon Om Sikkerhet

    Introduction SDP-5 NORSK SVENSKA VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSFÖRESKRIFTER • Ta vare på denne veiledningen for senere bruk. • Spara dessa föreskrifter för framtida bruk. • Følg alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt på apparatet. • Följ alla anvisningar och varningar som anges på enheten.

  • Page 10: Us Unpacking And Inspection

    Introduction JBL Synthesis Unpacking and Inspection Contenu de l’emballage et inspection After unpacking the unit, save all packing materials in case the unit Après avoir ouvert l’emballage, conservez-le pour tout retour. ever needs to be shipped. Thoroughly inspect the modules and Inspectez avec soin les modules et les matériaux d’emballage pour...

  • Page 11: Section 1: Getting Started

    About the SDP-5........

  • Page 12: About The Sdp-5

    5-speaker enhancement, bass management, high-precision digital selection in two zones at the same time. The SDP-5 includes eight crossovers, and audio controls. These features are available at configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to its eight...
  • Page 13 Getting Started SDP-5 Complementing its audio performance, the SDP-5 features two Built to professional standards, the SDP-5 is designed to serve as the broadcast-quality video switchers. A wide-bandwidth component control center in any high-quality home theater. Even the most video switcher accepts analog component or RGB video signals,...

  • Page 14: Installation Considerations

    Do . . . • Install the SDP-5 on a solid, flat, level surface such as a table or • Obstruct the front panel IR receiver window shown on page shelf or in a standard 19-inch equipment rack using the 2-3.

  • Page 15: Remote Control Battery Installation

    When the batteries are low on power, the remote control enters a low-voltage condition that prevents it from operating the SDP-5. When this occurs, follow the instructions below to replace the batteries. Normal operation will resume when the new batteries are installed.
  • Page 16 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview ........2-2 Rear Panel Overview .

  • Page 17: Section 2: Basic Operation

    Mute 1. Standby Button standby button activates standby mode and deactivates the SDP-5. The red standby button LED lights to indicate that Activates and deactivates standby mode when the SDP-5 is standby mode is activated. powered on with the rear panel power switch (2-5). The standby button performs no function when the SDP-5 is powered off with the rear panel power switch.
  • Page 18 A/D converters are overloading. And, a blue LED lights volume knob clockwise to increase or when the SDP-5 is powered on and activated – even if the counterclockwise to decrease volume level in 1dB FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu STATUS parameter is set to increments.
  • Page 19 10.Zone 2 Off Button whether activated automatically or manually. For instance, the Deactivates Zone 2. SDP-5 briefly activates mute when changing input sources or listening modes. 7. Main Zone Input Selection Buttons Selects the input in the Main Zone. When an input is selected, a blue LED lights on the corresponding input selection button.

  • Page 20: Rear Panel Overview

    "on" position. When the sent to the Zone 2 audio output connectors. Refer to page SDP-5 is powered on, the front panel standby button or 3-45 for more information. remote control On button can be used to activate and deacti-...
  • Page 21 OUTPUTS AC 100-240V ~ 50-60 HZ, 60W Never make or break connections to the CAUTION SDP-5 unless the SDP-5 and all associated components are powered off. Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors Provide analog audio output in Zone 2. Two connectors recording levels.
  • Page 22 – is not configurable. It is activated when the connector, one S-video connector, and one component video SDP-5 is activated, and deactivated when the SDP-5 is connector are available. deactivated. The trigger output connector labeled 1 can be configured for remote or program operation.

  • Page 23: Remote Control Overview

    For optimal performance, position the remote control at a To select a menu item on the open menu: 30 degree angle no more than 17 feet (5m) from the SDP-5. If the SDP-5 is placed inside a glass cabinet, smoked glass will 1.
  • Page 24 Basic Operation SDP-5 Arrow Navigation Function(s) • When a menu is open, pressing the Menu arrow selects the highlighted menu item, which opens another menu, opens a parameter drop-down menu, or selects the highlighted parameter setting. • When no menus are open, pressing the Menu arrow opens the MAIN MENU (2-9).
  • Page 25 Basic Operation JBL Synthesis To select the desired setting on a parameter drop-down menu: To adjust a parameter setting with a horizontal bar graph: 1. When the drop-down menu opens, press the remote control 1. When the horizontal bar graph appears, press the remote...
  • Page 26 The Zone 2 and Shift buttons themselves do not send commands command bank was received last. No letter appears when a to the SDP-5. When pressed and held, these buttons activate the command from the Main Zone command bank was received last.
  • Page 27 Activates a bank of commands that control Zone 2. Refer to the previous page for more Zone 2 SDP-5 information. The numbers in the SDP-5 remote control illustration shown at the left correspond to the numbered items in the matrix above. 2-12...
  • Page 28 Zone 2 volume to restoring Main Zone volume to its original level (3-53). its original level. to its original level. SDP-5 The numbers in the SDP-5 remote control illustration shown at the left correspond to the numbered items in the matrix above. 2-13...
  • Page 29 Selects the Aux input for Sets the AUDIO CONTROLS Main Zone. Zone 2. menu LOUDNESS parameter to OFF (4-4). The numbers in the SDP-5 remote control illustration shown at the left correspond to the numbered items in the matrix above. 2-14...
  • Page 30 ANLG BYP parameter between ON SDP-5 2-CHANNEL listening mode and OFF (3-20). (5-13). The numbers in the SDP-5 remote control illustration shown at the left correspond to the numbered items in the matrix above. 2-15...

  • Page 31: Understanding The Zones

    Basic Operation JBL Synthesis Shift-DOLBY UNDERSTANDING THE ZONES The SDP-5 features two zones of operation, called the Main Zone • When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the and Zone 2. The Main Zone controls audio and video sources in remote control DOLBY button while a 5.1-channel Dolby...

  • Page 32: Two-Line Status

    DVD1 ZONE2 -37dB which the SDP-5 last detected a change in status. The Main Zone indicates the current input, input source, and two-line status appears when the SDP-5 detects a Main Zone volume level selected in Zone 2. It appears on...

  • Page 33: 2Ch Bypass Status • Digital Status

    Basic Operation JBL Synthesis If the STATUS menu includes a second page, the PG1 indicator STATUS menus appears in the top-right corner of the menu. While the Shift 2CH STATUS %!D STATUS %!D STATUS command bank is activated, press the Stat button to open the...
  • Page 34 Basic Operation SDP-5 2CH STATUS DOLBY D STATUS • Provides information about 2-channel input sources. • Provides information about Dolby Digital input sources. • Features L and R level meters (2-23). • Features L, C, R, SL, SR, and SUB level meters (2-23).
  • Page 35 Basic Operation JBL Synthesis dts(-ES) STATUS 5.1a BYPASS STATUS • Provides information about dts(-ES) input sources. • Provides information about 5.1-channel analog input sources. • Features L, C, R, SL, SR, SB, and SUB level meters (2-23). The SB level meter appears when a 6.1-channel input source is...
  • Page 36 Basic Operation SDP-5 2CH BYPASS STATUS DIGITAL STATUS • Provides information about 2-channel analog input sources • Provides information about digital input sources for which a when the MAIN ADV menu 2-CH ANLG BYP parameter is set sample rate is detected, but no audio is present in the input to ON.

  • Page 37: Status Menu Parameter Descriptions

    (-27dBFS). When the dialog normalization value of the matrix encoding in non-flagged input sources. incoming signal is higher or lower, the DIALOG OFFSET parameter indicates the amount of adjustment the SDP-5 makes to normalize BIT RATE 32 to 640 kbps or 754 to 1509.7kbps dialog to -27dBFS.
  • Page 38 Basic Operation SDP-5 INPUT WORD LENGTH 16bits, 20bits, 24bits Indicates the selected input (i.e. DVD1). Indicates the word length of the audio data present in the input signal. INPUT TYPE ANLG, BYP, PCM, --- STATUS MENU LEVEL METERS Indicates the input source that is present. When the parameter...
  • Page 39 Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-24...
  • Page 40 SETUP SETUP ..........3-2 INPUT SETUP .

  • Page 41: Setup

    SETUP JBL Synthesis SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG Selecting the MAIN MENU SETUP option opens the SETUP menu as SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG shown below. SETUP menu option descriptions begin below and Opens the REAR PANEL CONFIG menu, which can be used to continue throughout this section.

  • Page 42: Input Setup

    SETUP SDP-5 LOCK OPTIONS DVD1 INPUT SETUP VCR INPUT SETUP TUNER INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 NAME NAME TUNER SETUP LOCK OPTIONS DIGITAL IN COAX-1 DIGITAL IN NONE DIGITAL IN NONE ANALOG IN NONE ANALOG IN ANALOG-2 ANALOG IN ANALOG-4 ANLG IN LVL...
  • Page 43 SETUP JBL Synthesis CHANGING INPUT NAMES (NAME) SETUP INPUTS DVD1 NAME Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu NAME parameter opens the INPUT NAME menu shown below, which can be used to customize or restore the factory-default name of the selected input. Factory-default input names correspond to front panel and remote control input selection button labels.
  • Page 44 SETUP SDP-5 PRESS MENU V TO MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT NAME RESTORE INPUT NAME MODE ADJUST INPUTS INPUTS DVD1 DVD1 NAME NAME DVD1 DVD1 EDIT INPUT NAME RESTORE DEFAULT NAME AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS DVD2...
  • Page 45 Likewise, whenever the DVD1 input appears as a step in a menu path, any other input may be substituted. The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to its eight digital audio, eight analog audio, five composite video, five S-video, or three component video input connectors.
  • Page 46 • A digital audio input connector must be assigned when no SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned analog audio input connector is assigned. Refer to the next to any of its eight digital audio input connectors.
  • Page 47 Opens the ANALOG IN menu shown above, which can be used to assign an analog audio input connector for the selected input. The Please note the following: SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned • When no analog audio input connector is assigned, the SDP-5 to any of its eight analog audio input connectors.
  • Page 48 When set to ON, the SDP-5 automatically monitors and Despite attempts at standardization, analog audio sources have a optimizes input levels. When the input signal is too high, the SDP-5 wide range of levels. To compensate for this, the SDP-5 allows quickly decreases input levels to avoid overload.
  • Page 49 AUTO GAIN parameter reflects the setting of the ANLG Note: IN LVL menu MANUAL parameter.) When the AUTO parameter is set to ON, the SDP-5 will not make adjustments that exceed the ANLG IN When the AUTO parameter is set to ON, the AUTO GAIN LVL menu MANUAL parameter setting.
  • Page 50 S-video input connector for the selected included on the STATUS menus, allowing them to indicate input input. The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can levels for both analog and digital audio input sources. However,...
  • Page 51 Opens the COMPONENT menu shown above, which can be used to assign a component video input connector for the selected input. The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to any of its 3 component video input connectors.

  • Page 52: Selecting Preferred Listening Modes

    . . . Selecting Preferred Listening Modes continues on page 3-14 • If the DVD1 input is selected and a 2-channel source is present, the SDP-5 activates the L7 FILM listening mode. If a Dolby Digital source becomes present, the SDP-5 automatically activates the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode.
  • Page 53 2-channel listening mode (i.e. L7 FILM) that was activated prior whenever a new input is selected or a new 2-channel source is to the 2-CHANNEL listening mode. present. When set to USE LAST, the SDP-5 activates the listening • The SDP-5 will automatically activate a dts NEO:6 listening...
  • Page 54 Dolby Digital sources. mode whenever a new input is selected or a new Dolby Digital source is present. When set to USE LAST, the SDP-5 activates the . . . Selecting Preferred Listening Modes continues on page 3-16...
  • Page 55 When set to USE LAST, the SDP-5 activates the listening mode that was activated the last time a dts(-ES) source was present whenever a new input is selected or a new dts(-ES) source is present.
  • Page 56 SETUP SDP-5 CONFIGURING ADVANCED ZONE SETTINGS MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 MAIN ADV MODE ADJUST INPUTS INPUTS DVD1 DVD1 NAME DVD1 INPUT SELECT DIGITAL AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS DVD2 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 2-CH ANLG BYP SETUP SETUP...
  • Page 57 MAIN ADVANCED INPUT SELECT When the INPUT SELECT parameter is set to AUTO, the SDP-5 will not select the assigned analog audio Controls the interaction of the digital and analog audio input input connector when a valid digital audio input connectors assigned for the selected Main Zone input.
  • Page 58 When a 2-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, and 96kHz), Dolby Digital, and dts(-ES) connector for the selected input. or dts(-ES) source is present, the SDP-5 sources. If an incompatible digital audio automatically selects the assigned source (i.e. MPEG or MP3) is present, the digital audio input connector.
  • Page 59 Main Zone audio output connectors. When a 5.1-channel analog audio source is present, the SDP-5 passes only (L) and (R) analog audio input signals to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R.
  • Page 60 MAIN ADVANCED S-VIDEO 16:9 Controls the passage of anamorphic trigger signals present in some video sources. When set to AUTO, the SDP-5 allows anamorphic video input signals to pass through the S-video switcher, enabling compatible display devices to automatically switch between anamorphic and non-anamorphic display modes.
  • Page 61 SETUP JBL Synthesis MAIN ADVANCED (continued from page 3-21) MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 MAIN ADV MODE ADJUST INPUTS INPUTS DVD1 DVD1 NAME DVD1 INPUT SELECT DIGITAL AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS DVD2 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 2-CH ANLG BYP...
  • Page 62 SETUP SDP-5 MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 MAIN ADV MODE ADJUST INPUTS INPUTS DVD1 DVD1 NAME DVD1 INPUT SELECT DIGITAL AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS DVD2 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 2-CH ANLG BYP SETUP SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG ANALOG IN...
  • Page 63 Likewise, whenever the DVD1 input appears as a step in a menu path, any other input may be substituted. When the ZONE2 IN parameter is set to DIGITAL or ANLG, CAUTION the SDP-5 recognizes some dts-encoded input sources as audio signals (not data signals) and outputs loud digital noise from the Zone 2 audio output connectors.
  • Page 64 ® or Replay TV ® • The SDP-5 automatically uses LOGIC7 encoding to downmix multi-channel input sources (except 5.1-channel analog sources) to LOGIC7-encoded stereo output signals for listening and recording. LOGIC7-encoded downmixes are compatible with matrix decoders, but will sound best when played back through a LOGIC7 listening mode.

  • Page 65: Speaker Setup

    Selecting the SETUP menu SPEAKERS option opens the SPEAKER SETUP menu shown below, which can be used to configure the Main Zone audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup, set speaker distances, and calibrate output levels. The SDP-5 has eight Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, Subwoofer, Side L/R, and Rear L/R.
  • Page 66 SETUP SDP-5 In general, low frequencies will be redirected from speakers with the highest crossover points to speakers with the lowest crossover points. Low-frequency signals lower than the lowest crossover point will be redirected to the subwoofer. If the lowest crossover point is FULL, low- frequency signals, excluding LFE information, will not be redirected to the subwoofer.
  • Page 67 FULL, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, used to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output NONE connectors labeled Front L/R. When set to FULL, the SDP-5 sends a SIDE L/R 80Hz FULL, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, full-range audio output signal to these connectors.
  • Page 68 Main Zone audio output channel signals, configure the speaker setup with the connector labeled Center. When set to FULL, the SDP-5 sends a full- associated DVD-A/SACD player. range audio output signal to this connector. Otherwise, the SDP-5 activates a crossover point at the selected setting.
  • Page 69 Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Side L/R. When set to FULL, the SDP-5 sends a full-range audio output signal to these connectors. Otherwise, the SDP-5 activates a crossover point at the selected setting. Choose the setting closest to the low-frequency rating of the associated speakers.
  • Page 70 Main Zone audio output Surround EX, and dts-ES decoding are not connectors labeled Rear L/R. When set to FULL, the SDP-5 sends a available. full-range audio output signal to these connectors. Otherwise, the •...
  • Page 71 Opens the SUBWOOFER menu shown above, which can be used to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer. When set to FULL, the SDP-5 sends a full-range audio output signal to this connector. Otherwise, the SDP-5 activates a crossover point at the selected setting.
  • Page 72 SETUP SDP-5 MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP MODE ADJUST INPUTS CUSTOM SETUP CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz SPEAKERS AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP CENTER 80Hz The BGC parameter is not SETUP SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG SPEAKER DISTANCES...
  • Page 73 5.1 THX ULTRA2, 5.1 THX MUSIC, dts THX ULTRA2, or dts THX MUSIC listening mode is activated. • The SDP-5 automatically switches between the 5.1 THX ULTRA2 and 5.1 THX or dts THX ULTRA2 and dts THX listening modes. Select the TOGETHER setting if the distance between the rear speakers is less than 1 foot (0.3m).
  • Page 74 THX listening modes. SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu and configure the Main Zone audio output connectors for a JBL Synthesis 7-channel speaker setup or press the arrow to close the message without configuring the...
  • Page 75 Main Zone audio output adjusted on the other menu at the same time. Refer to pages 3-33 connectors labeled Rear L/R. When set to 80Hz, the SDP-5 activates and 3-34 for these parameter descriptions. these connectors and configures all Main Zone audio output connectors for a JBL Synthesis 7-Channel speaker setup.
  • Page 76 Main Zone audio output connectors. The SDP-5 features a speaker distance control that allows distances Default Possible to be entered for each speaker. This helps ensure accurate signal...
  • Page 77 Zone audio output connectors labeled Side L/R. speaker distances. When set to FEET, the SDP-5 measures speaker distances in feet. When set to METERS, the SDP-5 measures speaker distances in meters. When the UNITS parameter setting is toggled, the SDP-5 converts the current speaker distance to the closest available value in the selected unit of measurement.
  • Page 78 SETUP SDP-5 MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP LEVELS CALIBRATION INTERNAL NOISE SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST MODE ADJUST INPUTS CUSTOM SETUP INTERNAL NOISE TEST INTERNAL NOISE TEST !CAUTION! FRONT LEFT +0.0dB SPEAKERS AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP DACS CALIBRATION HIGH AUDIO LEVELS CENTER +0.0dB...
  • Page 79 When the internal noise test is conducted, it is possible to select a SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST menu parameter just as the SDP-5 is about to automatically scroll to the next parameter, causing the SDP-5 to send the calibration noise to both speakers.
  • Page 80 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz DACS CALIBRATION When DACS calibration is conducted, the SDP-5 activates a listening mode based on the Main Zone input source that is SETUP SPEAKERS LEVELS CALIBRATION DACS CALIBRATION present. The table in the next column indicates the listening mode that is activated for each input source.
  • Page 81 SETUP JBL Synthesis SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST & DACS CALIBRATION Menus 3. When the desired parameter is highlighted, press the arrow to select this parameter. A horizontal bar graph will open on Conducting the internal noise test opens the SPEAKER LEVEL the on-screen and front panel displays.
  • Page 82 SETUP SDP-5 SIDE LEFT & RIGHT -18.0 to +12.0dB SETUP SPEAKERS LEVELS CALIBRATION (TEST) SIDE LEFT SIDE RIGHT Set the output levels for the speakers connected to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Side L/R. REAR LEFT & RIGHT -18.0 to +12.0dB...
  • Page 83 SDP-5 deactivates the internal calibration noise test signal. An external calibration source such as an audio calibration disc is The SDP-5 is equipped with an internal limiter that prevents low- required to generate a noise signal to set the bass peak limiter.

  • Page 84: Rear Panel Config

    When set Zone audio output connectors to which low-frequency signals are to ON, the SDP-5 restricts output signals to the level specified in redirected. This restriction is applied when the BASS PEAK LIMITER the BASS PEAK LIMITER menu SUB LIMIT ADJ parameter.
  • Page 85 SETUP JBL Synthesis REAR PANEL CONFIG SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG Selecting the SETUP menu REAR PANEL CONFIG option opens the REAR PANEL CONFIG menu shown below, which can be used to configure the analog audio input connectors as eight stereo connectors, one 5.1-channel and five stereo connectors, or two stereo and two 5.1-channel connectors.
  • Page 86 SETUP SDP-5 5 ST. & (1) 5.1 ANLG 6, 7, and 8. The 5.1-channel connectors should only be used (continued from page 3-45) with 5.1-channel analog sources such as DVD-As and SACDs. SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG 5 ST. & (1) 5.1 ANLG The 5.1-channel analog audio input connectors are sent to the...

  • Page 87: Display Setup

    SETUP JBL Synthesis DISPLAY SETUP SETUP DISPLAYS Selecting the SETUP menu DISPLAYS option opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu shown below, which can be used to customize the on-screen and front panel displays, restore audio/video synchronization, and activate and create a custom unit name.
  • Page 88 Activates the display of a custom unit name, which appears when 2. When the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down menu opens, the SDP-5 is activated. When set to ON, the custom name scrolls press the remote control Menu arrows to change the across the on-screen and front panel displays when the SDP-5 is character above the cursor (^).
  • Page 89 When set to 2 SECONDS, the on-screen display appears for 2 seconds whenever the input source changes or the SDP-5 receives a command. When set to Default Possible ALWAYS OFF, the on-screen display remains off at all times.
  • Page 90 SETUP SDP-5 MAIN MENU SETUP DISPLAY SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY CENTER ON-SCREEN DISPLAY MODE ADJUST INPUTS ON-SCREEN DISPLAY STATUS 2 SECONDS BOTTOM AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS FRONT PANEL DISPLAY POSITION POSITION SETUP SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG A/V SYNC DELAY FORMAT NTSC DISPLAYS...
  • Page 91 SDP-5 received a command. When set to OFF, no command bank indicator appears on the on-screen display.
  • Page 92 VOLUME CONTROLS EDIT CUSTOM NAME TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS FRONT PANEL DISPLAY SETUP whenever the input source changes or the SDP-5 receives a command. When set to ALWAYS OFF, the front panel display SETUP DISPLAYS FRONT PANEL DISPLAY remains off at all times.

  • Page 93: Volume Control Setup

    SETUP JBL Synthesis VOLUME CONTROL SETUP SETUP VOLUME CONTROLS Selecting the SETUP menu VOLUME CONTROLS option opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu shown below, which can be used to configure Main Zone and Zone 2 volume levels. LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB...

  • Page 94: Trigger Setup

    Mode buttons (2-14). The 5.1 MONO LOGIC SDP-5 ignores all other TRIGGER SETUP menu parameter settings. When set to OFF, the trigger 5.1 MONO SURR 5.1 MONO output connector labeled 1 is not configured for remote operation. It can be configured for...

  • Page 95: Lock Options

    SETUP JBL Synthesis Program Operation Parameters ON, OFF MAIN MENU SETUP TRIGGER SETUP MODE ADJUST INPUTS REMOTE ONLY SETUP TRIGGER (PROGRAM OPERATION PARAMETER) AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS DVD1 DVD1 SETUP DVD2 SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG DVD2 * TRIGGER SETUP menu DISPLAYS...
  • Page 96 SETUP SDP-5 LOCK OPTIONS SETUP LOCK OPTIONS Selecting the SETUP menu LOCK OPTIONS option opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu shown below, which can be used to lock and unlock settings in the MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP menu branches.
  • Page 97 SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-58...
  • Page 98 AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS ........4-2...

  • Page 99: Audio Controls

    AUDIO CONTROLS JBL Synthesis AUDIO CONTROLS Selecting the MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS option opens the AUDIO CONTROLS menu shown below, which can be used to customize the Main Zone audio output connectors and control the balance of the Zone 2 audio output connectors. The BASS, TREBLE, TILT EQ, LOUDNESS, BALANCE, and FADER parameters affect the Main Zone audio output connectors.
  • Page 100 AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-5 BASS Parameter Settings TREBLE Parameter Settings +6.0 +5.5 +6.0 +5.0 +5.5 +4.5 +5.0 +4.0 +4.5 +3.5 +4.0 +3.5 +3.0 +3.0 +2.5 +2.5 +2.0 +2.0 +1.5 +1.5 +1.0 +1.0 +0.5 +0.5 +0.0 +0.0 +0.0 +0.0 -0.5 -0.5 -1.0 -1.0...
  • Page 101 AUDIO CONTROLS JBL Synthesis AUDIO CONTROLS (continued from page 4-3) -3.0 to +3.0dB MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MODE ADJUST BASS +0.0dB MODE ADJUST BASS +0.0dB AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS TREBLE +0.0dB AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS TREBLE +0.0dB...
  • Page 102 AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-5 TILT EQ Parameter Settings LOUDNESS Parameter Settings +3.0 +3.0 +2.8 +2.8 +2.6 +2.6 +2.4 +2.4 +2.2 +2.2 +2.0 +2.0 +1.8 +1.8 +1.6 +1.6 +1.4 +1.4 +1.2 +1.2 +1.0 +1.0 +0.8 +0.8 +0.6 +0.6 +0.4 +0.4 +0.2 +0.2 -0.0...
  • Page 103 AUDIO CONTROLS JBL Synthesis AUDIO CONTROLS (continued from page 4-5) L< <|> >R B< <|> >F MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MODE ADJUST BASS +0.0dB MODE ADJUST BASS +0.0dB AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS TREBLE +0.0dB...

  • Page 104: Mode Adjust

    MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST ......... . . 5-2 Listening Mode Activation .

  • Page 105: Listening Mode Activation

    Listening modes are available for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, dts(-ES), and analog input sources. MONO FILM The SDP-5 allows listening mode selection for all Main Zone sources. In some cases, the SDP-5 automatically activates a listening mode in response to certain commands. For this MUSIC 5.1 THXI*...

  • Page 106: Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters • Mode

    MODE SELECTION DOLBY PLII MOVIE DOLBY DIGITAL* NOT AVAILABLE** 2-channel, Dolby Digital, and dts(-ES) input sources. The SDP-5 automatically activates the selected listening mode whenever a MODE SELECTION dts NEO:6 FILM dts(-ES) new input is selected or a new input source is present.
  • Page 107 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis L7 FILM L7 TV MODE ADJUST FILM MODE ADJUST • A proprietary listening mode. • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for enhanced playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix- • Based on the L7 FILM listening mode, but specifically encoded film sources.
  • Page 108 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 L7 MUSIC L7 MUSIC SURR MODE ADJUST MUSIC MODE ADJUST MUSIC SURR • A proprietary listening mode. • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix-encoded • Designed for playback of 2-channel stereo music sources music sources.
  • Page 109 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis DOLBY PLII + THX DOLBY PLII MOVIE MODE ADJUST %!PLII + THXI MODE ADJUST %!PLII MOVIE • Designed for playback of Dolby Surround-encoded sources. • Similar to the DOLBY PRO LOGIC listening mode, but uses full-frequency stereo surround channels to realistically increase •...
  • Page 110 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 DOLBY PLII MUSIC DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE ADJUST %!PLII MUSIC MODE ADJUST %!PRO LOGIC • Similar to the DOLBY PLII MOVIE listening mode. • Designed for playback of Dolby Surround-encoded sources. • Designed for playback of stereo music sources.
  • Page 111 Designed for playback of matrix-encoded digital stereo film preferred listening mode for 2-channel sources. However, sources. when the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST, the SDP-5 will • Derives six channels when both side and rear speakers are automatically activate a dts NEO:6 listening mode if a dts present (rear channels will be in parallel).
  • Page 112 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 NIGHTCLUB CONCERT HALL MODE ADJUST NIGHTCLUB MODE ADJUST CONCERT HALL • Designed for playback of “dry” music sources that benefit from • Generates early reflections to simulate large listening spaces. the addition of room reflections, especially music sources that •...
  • Page 113 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis CHURCH CATHEDRAL MODE ADJUST CHURCH MODE ADJUST CATHEDRAL • Uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth, • Similar to the CHURCH listening mode. reverberant decay characteristic of small and medium listening • Uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth,...
  • Page 114 The PANORAMA listening mode must be calibrated to take full advantage of its effects. • Uses proprietary JBL Synthesis algorithms to move the stereo image outward from the front speakers, producing a wider • For best results, it is recommended to center the primary stereo field with greater depth.
  • Page 115 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis PANORAMA Calibration (continued from page 5-11) Note: MODE ADJUST PANORAMA CALIBRATION The SOURCE parameter controls the perceived direction of the sound, although both the front left and right speakers generate the calibration source To calibrate the PANORAMA listening mode: (continued ) signal.
  • Page 116 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 LISTENER POS Parameter Settings Front Left Front Right Front Left Front Right Front Left Front Right 60° L127 ..Center ..R127 L127 ..Center ..R127...
  • Page 117 Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to the center channel. • Uses proprietary JBL Synthesis reverb algorithms to realistically expand mono sources to use all channels, dramatically increasing the perceived width and sense of envelopment of Option/...
  • Page 118 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5.1 L7 FILM 5.1 L7 TV MODE ADJUST FILM MODE ADJUST 5.1 L7 TV • A proprietary listening mode. • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital-encoded • Based on the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode, but specifically film sources.
  • Page 119 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5.1 L7 MUSIC 5.1 THX, 5.1 THX ULTRA2, & 5.1 THX SurEX MODE ADJUST 5.1 L7 MUSIC MODE ADJUST THXI THXI ULTRA2 THXI SurEX • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital film sources.
  • Page 120 THX Surround EX decoding is engaged when the SURROUND EX parameter is set to ON, or the SURROUND EX parameter is The SDP-5 cannot automatically detect THX set to AUTO and a flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source Surround EX encoding in non-flagged 5.1-channel with THX Surround EX encoding is detected.
  • Page 121 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5.1 THX MUSIC DOLBY DIGITAL & DOLBY DIGITAL EX MODE ADJUST THXI MUSIC MODE ADJUST %!DIGITAL %!DIGITAL EX • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital music • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources.
  • Page 122 The table below indicates the conditions in which Dolby Digital Note: Surround EX decoding is engaged. The SDP-5 cannot automatically detect Dolby Digital • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is engaged when the EX Surround EX encoding in non-flagged 5.1-channel DECODING parameter is set to ON, or the EX DECODING Dolby Digital sources.
  • Page 123 Designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources. input sources into 2-channel LOGIC7-encoded output signals. • Uses proprietary JBL Synthesis reverb algorithms to realistically • Sends downmixed 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input signals to expand mono sources to use all channels, dramatically the front speakers and subwoofer.
  • Page 124 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5.1 MONO SURR 5.1 MONO MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO SURR MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources. • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources. • Sends mono signals to all channels.
  • Page 125 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis dts-ES DECODING Note: The table below is not applicable to the dts-ES THX, The table below indicates the conditions in which dts-ES dts THX ULTRA2, and dts THX MUSIC listening decoding is engaged. modes. • dts-ES decoding is engaged when the ES DECODING parameter is set to ON, or the ES DECODING parameter is set to AUTO and a 5.1-channel matrix-encoded or 6.1-channel...
  • Page 126 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 dts(-ES) L7 FILM dts(-ES) L7 MUSIC MODE ADJUST dts-ES L7 FILM MODE ADJUST dts-ES L7 MUSIC • A proprietary listening mode. • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1- and 6.1-channel dts(-ES) film •...
  • Page 127 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis dts THX ULTRA2 & dts-ES THX • When the dts THX ULTRA2 listening mode is activated, ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer MODE ADJUST ULTRA2 dts-ES THX1 to the ASA parameter description on page 3-34 for more •...
  • Page 128 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 The table at the bottom of the previous page indicates the dts THX MUSIC conditions in which THX Ultra2 and dts-ES decoding are MODE ADJUST DTS THX MUSIC engaged. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel dts music sources.
  • Page 129 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis dts(-ES) dts(-ES) 2-CHAN MODE ADJUST dts-ES MODE ADJUST dts-ES 2-CHAN • Designed for playback of 5.1- and 6.1-channel dts(-ES) sources. • Designed for converting 5.1- or 6.1-channel dts(-ES) sources into 2-channel LOGIC7-encoded output signals. • Decodes 5.1 matrix or 6.1 discrete channels from dts(-ES) sources.
  • Page 130 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5.1a BYPASS 2CH BYPASS MODE ADJUST 5.1a BYPASS MODE ADJUST 2CH BYPASS • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel analog sources, such as • Designed for playback of 2-channel analog sources. DVD-A or SACD players. • Analog audio input signals are sent to the Main Zone audio •...

  • Page 131: Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions

    Simulates 7-channel playback in 5-channel speaker configurations. sources recorded with mono bass. Select the STEREO setting for When set to ON, the SDP-5 provides an increased sense of sources recorded with stereo bass. spaciousness and envelopment through the surround speakers.
  • Page 132 MODE ADJUST SDP-5 BASS RT CNTR DLY SAMPLES 5ms to 48.6s -127 to +127 Works with the MID RT and SIZE parameters to adjust the amount Controls the relative time offset of the center channel. It is of time required for low-frequency information to decay below recommended to set this parameter to +0 unless the center channel 60dB in level.
  • Page 133 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions DIMENSION FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR (continued from page 5-29) Controls the relative balance of the sound field, which can be useful with certain recordings to achieve a more suitable balance among all speakers.
  • Page 134 . . . Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions continues on page 5-32 detected. • The SDP-5 cannot automatically detect Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding in non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. A non-flagged source does not include information in the input signal that identifies Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding.
  • Page 135 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions MASTER LEVEL -5 to +5dB (continued from page 5-31) Adjusts the output level of 2-channel LOGIC7-encoded sources. LFE MIX -20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB MID RT 24ms to 24.3s Controls the output level of LFE information –...
  • Page 136 Simulates high-frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. To restore the factory-default version of the selected listening When set to ON, the SDP-5 applies a high-frequency filter. When set mode: to OFF, the SDP-5 does not apply a high-frequency filter. It is 1.
  • Page 137 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions SIZE 4 to 20 or 30m (continued from page 5-33) Adjusts the length of the listening space within a 4 to 20 or 30m range (depending on the listening mode). Increase the size of the space to increase the reverb effect.
  • Page 138 THX Surround EX encoding is detected. Controls the output level of the Main Zone audio output • The SDP-5 cannot automatically detect THX Surround EX connector labeled Subwoofer. encoding in non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. A non-flagged source does not include information in the input signal that identifies THX Surround EX encoding.
  • Page 139 MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-31) SURROUND EX (continued) When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the remote control THX button while a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input source is present activates the 5.1 THX, 5.1 THX ULTRA2, or 5.1 THX SurEX listening mode.
  • Page 140 Troubleshooting & Maintenance Troubleshooting ......... . 6-2 Routine Maintenance .
  • Page 141 AC input connector and the wall outlet. 5. Make sure the SDP-5 is receiving an audio signal. To do this, 4. Check the electrical circuit and breaker. follow the instructions that begin on page 2-18 to open the STATUS menu for the current input source.

  • Page 142: Routine Maintenance

    Note: RF interference is present in the audio or video. Visit www.jblsynthesis.com additional 1. Make sure the SDP-5 is not positioned near unshielded TV or troubleshooting information. FM antennas, cable TV decoders, and other RF-emitting devices. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 2. Replace unshielded cables with shielded cables wherever possible.

  • Page 143: Restoring Factory-Default Settings

    FACTORY SETTINGS message shown below appears on the on-screen and front panel displays. When this message 2. If the SDP-5 is powered on, press the front panel standby appears, press a front panel or remote control button to button or the remote control Off button to activate standby restart the SDP-5.
  • Page 144 Appendix Specifications ..........A-2 Declaration of Conformity .

  • Page 145: Specifications

    Appendix JBL Synthesis SPECIFICATIONS Audio Input & Output Connectors Main Zone Audio Performance (continued) Analog Audio Inputs • 8 stereo (RCA) or 5 stereo and one 5.1-channel or 2 Input Impedance • 100kΩ in parallel with 150pF stereo and two 5.1-channel connectors Output Level •...
  • Page 146 Appendix SDP-5 Video Input & Output Connectors Component Video Performance (continued) Video Inputs • 5 composite (RCA), 5 S-video, and 3 component Insertion Loss • <3dB video (RCA) Bandwidth • >150MHz Video Outputs • 2 composite (RCA, 1 monitor and 1 Zone2), 2 S-video...

  • Page 147: Declaration Of Conformity

    Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive(s) and Standard(s) specified above. Type of Equipment: Digital Controller Model: JBL Synthesis SDP-5 Date: February 2003 Lexicon, Inc. Vice President of Engineering 3 Oak Park Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA...
  • Page 148 Appendix SDP-5 MAIN MENU SETUP TRIGGER SETUP MODE ADJUST INPUTS REMOTE ONLY AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS DVD1 SETUP SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG DVD2 DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS TUNER ZONE2 INPUTS INPUT SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG 8 STEREO INPUTS VOLUME CONTROL SETUP...
  • Page 149 Appendix Menu Tree (continued from page A-5) Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of the desired input (e.g. MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu shown below. The MODE ADJUST INPUTS INPUTS DVD1...
  • Page 150 Appendix SDP-5 Selecting an INPUT SETUP menu item opens the MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP corresponding menu shown below. These menus are MODE ADJUST INPUTS INPUTS DVD1 DVD1 NAME DVD1 identical regardless of which input is selected. The DVD1...
  • Page 151 Appendix Menu Tree (continued from page A-7) Selecting a SPEAKER SETUP menu option opens the SPEAKER SETUP MAIN MENU SETUP LEVELS CALIBRATION corresponding menu shown below and at the right (e.g. CUSTOM SETUP MODE ADJUST INPUTS INTERNAL NOISE TEST selecting the CUSTOM SETUP option opens the CUSTOM SPEAKERS SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP AUDIO CONTROLS...
  • Page 152 Appendix SDP-5 MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST INPUTS CUSTOM SETUP SPEAKERS AUDIO CONTROLS SPEAKERS SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SETUP SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG SPEAKER DISTANCES DISPLAYS LEVELS CALIBRATION VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz LOCK OPTIONS continued from page A-8...
  • Page 153 Appendix Menu Tree (continued from page A-9) Selecting a MODE ADJUST menu listening mode opens the corresponding listening mode menu shown below and on the MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST next page. The parameters on the left side of these menus differ from listening mode to listening mode. The settings on MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST FILM...
  • Page 154 Appendix SDP-5 PARTY FILM THXI 5.1 MONO LOGIC DTS-ES L7 MUSIC DTS-ES 2-CHAN OUTPUT LEVELS VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB RE-EQUALIZER EFFECT LVL -9dB VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB CENTER MIX +0dB CUSTOM 5 SPKR ENHANCE SURROUND EX AUTO ACADEMY FILTER 5 SPKR ENHANCE...
  • Page 155 Appendix Menu Tree (continued from page A-11) 5 SPKR ENHANCE CALIBRATION CNTR DLY SAMPLES EFFECT LVL LIVENESS PANORAMA -127 to +127 -12 to +6dB 30ms to 20.2s PANORAMA CALIBRATION SOURCE LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKER ANGLE 30deg LISTENER POS NOTE: PRE-DELAY ACADEMY FILTER COMPRESSION DECODING...
  • Page 156 BIT RATE +0.0dB ENCODING R SL SR SB LFE Activating the SDP-5 while pressing and holding the front panel or remote control Mute button opens the FACTORY SETTINGS menu shown below. Refer to page 6-4 for more information. 2CH BYPASS STATUS...

  • Page 157: Installation Worksheet

    Appendix JBL Synthesis INSTALLATION WORKSHEET INPUT SETUP DVD1 DVD2 TUNER NAME DIGITAL IN ANALOG IN ANLG IN LVL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 2-CH DD D dts-ES MAIN ADV INPUT SELECT 2-CH ANLG BYP S-VIDEO 16:9 S-VIDEO 4:3 OSD COMPONENT OSD...
  • Page 158 Appendix SDP-5 SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DISTANCES LEVELS CALIBRATION SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz FRONT LEFT/RIGHT CENTER SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SIDE LEFT/RIGHT SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz REAR LEFT/RIGHT SUBWOOFER SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz THX ULTRA2 SUB UNITS CAL NOISE SUB LIMITER...
  • Page 159 Appendix JBL Synthesis Installation Worksheet (continued from page A-15) DISPLAY SETUP TRIGGER SETUP LOCK OPTIONS SETTING SETTING SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY REMOTE ONLY SETUP If the REMOTE ONLY parameter is set to OFF, STATUS AUDIO CNTRL circle the inputs and listening modes selected for program operation.

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