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1. Read Instructions.
All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions.
The safety and
operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
future reference.
3. Heed Warnings.
All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions.
All operating and
use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning.
Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments.
Do not use attachments
not recommended by the product manufac-
turer, as they may cause hazards.
turer, as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture.
Do not use this
product near water – for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool; and the like.
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool; and the like.
8. Accessories.
Do not place this product on
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious dam-
age to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the prod-
uct. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
table. The product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious dam-
age to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the prod-
uct. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
9. A Product and Cart Combination Should
Be Moved with Care.
Be Moved with Care.
Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
product and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation.
Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventila-
tion is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventila-
tion is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources.
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.
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.
12. Grounding or Polarization.
This product
may be equipped with a polarized alter-
nating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
nating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection.
Power-supply
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying partic-
ular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the product.
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying partic-
ular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the product.
14. Nonuse Periods.
The power cord of the
product should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for long periods of time.
when left unused for long periods of time.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding.
If an out-
side 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, connec-
tion to grounding electrodes, and require-
ments for the grounding electrode. See
Figure 1.
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, connec-
tion to grounding electrodes, and require-
ments for the grounding electrode. See
Figure 1.
16. Lightning.
For added protection for this
product during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall out-
let and disconnect the antenna or cable sys-
tem. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall out-
let and disconnect the antenna or cable sys-
tem. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
17. Power Lines.
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.
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.
18. Overloading.
Do not overload wall out-
lets, extension cords, or integral conve-
nience receptacles, as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
nience receptacles, as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry.
Never push
objects of any kind into this product
through openings, as they may touch dan-
gerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.
through openings, as they may touch dan-
gerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.
20. Servicing.
Do not attempt to service
this product yourself, as opening or remov-
ing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
ing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service.
Unplug this
product from the wall outlet and refer ser-
vicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
vicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a.
The power-supply cord or the plug has
been damaged; or
b.
Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has
been spilled into, the product; or
c.
The product has been exposed to rain or
water; or
d.
The product does not operate normally
when following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation; or
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation; or
e.
The product has been dropped or damaged
in any way; or
f.
The product exhibits a distinct change
in performance – this indicates a need for
service.
service.
22. Replacement Parts.
When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service tech-
nician 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.
nician 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.
23. Safety Check.
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.
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting.
The product
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only
as recommended by the manufacturer.
as recommended by the manufacturer.
25. Heat.
The product should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
read first!
Important Safety Precautions!
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
do not remove the grounding plug
on the power cord, or use any plug
or extension cord that does not have
a grounding plug provided.
Make certain that the
AC outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an adapter plug
with this product.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Antenna Lead-In Wire
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Figure 1.
Example of Antenna
Grounding as per National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
Example of Antenna
Grounding as per National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
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If there is no sound from
any of the speakers, check
the following:
any of the speakers, check
the following:
• Make sure the subwoofer is
plugged into an active AC
wall outlet.
• Make sure the Master Power
Switch, located on the rear of
the subwoofer, is in the
”On/Standby“ position.
• Make sure there is a
source – for example, a VCR
or television hooked up to
the video or auxiliary input
jacks.
• Make sure that the program
material is playing.
• Recheck the hookup con-
nections in the ”Speaker
Connections“ section.
plugged into an active AC
wall outlet.
• Make sure the Master Power
Switch, located on the rear of
the subwoofer, is in the
”On/Standby“ position.
• Make sure there is a
source – for example, a VCR
or television hooked up to
the video or auxiliary input
jacks.
• Make sure that the program
material is playing.
• Recheck the hookup con-
nections in the ”Speaker
Connections“ section.
If there is no sound from
the surround speakers or
it is very low, check the
following:
the surround speakers or
it is very low, check the
following:
• Check all connections
between processor/amplifier
and each of the speakers.
• Raise the surround volume
from the remote control (see
“Operation“ section).
• Make sure the TV show or
movie you are watching is
recorded in Dolby Surround.
If it is not, try the Phantom
or Simulated surround mode.
between processor/amplifier
and each of the speakers.
• Raise the surround volume
from the remote control (see
“Operation“ section).
• Make sure the TV show or
movie you are watching is
recorded in Dolby Surround.
If it is not, try the Phantom
or Simulated surround mode.
If there is no sound from
the center speaker, check
the following:
the center speaker, check
the following:
• Make sure that the proces-
sor is in the Pro Logic,
3 Stereo, or Simulated mode.
If it is in Phantom or Stereo
mode, the center speaker
will not play.
• Check the connections
between the subwoofer and
the center speaker.
sor is in the Pro Logic,
3 Stereo, or Simulated mode.
If it is in Phantom or Stereo
mode, the center speaker
will not play.
• Check the connections
between the subwoofer and
the center speaker.
If you have low bass output,
check the following:
check the following:
• Experiment with placement
of the subwoofer. Remember,
place the subwoofer in a
corner to get maximum bass
output from the system.
• Increase the level of bass,
using the remote control.
of the subwoofer. Remember,
place the subwoofer in a
corner to get maximum bass
output from the system.
• Increase the level of bass,
using the remote control.
Troubleshooting
Specifications
ESC300 System
Amplifier
200 watts total
system output;
front channels:
35 watts x 3 @ .1% THD;
surround channels:
15 watts x 2 @ .1% THD;
subwoofer:
65 watts x 1 @ 1% THD
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
90dB
Input Impedance
20k ohms
Input Sensitivity
400mV
Auto Turn-on Sensitivity
2mV/channel
System Frequency
Response (–6dB)
35Hz – 20kHz
200 watts total
system output;
front channels:
35 watts x 3 @ .1% THD;
surround channels:
15 watts x 2 @ .1% THD;
subwoofer:
65 watts x 1 @ 1% THD
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
90dB
Input Impedance
20k ohms
Input Sensitivity
400mV
Auto Turn-on Sensitivity
2mV/channel
System Frequency
Response (–6dB)
35Hz – 20kHz
Subwoofer
Dimensions (HxWxD)
15-1/8 x 13 x 14-1/2 inches
384 x 330 x 368mm
Weight
34.5 lbs/15.7 kg
15-1/8 x 13 x 14-1/2 inches
384 x 330 x 368mm
Weight
34.5 lbs/15.7 kg
Satellites (each)
Dimensions (HxWxD)
4-3/8 x 3-3/16 x 3-3/4 inches
111 x 81 x 95mm
Weight
.8 lbs/.4 kg
4-3/8 x 3-3/16 x 3-3/4 inches
111 x 81 x 95mm
Weight
.8 lbs/.4 kg
Occasional refinements may be
made to existing products
without notice, but will always
meet or exceed original
specifications unless otherwise
stated.
made to existing products
without notice, but will always
meet or exceed original
specifications unless otherwise
stated.
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Five satellites for left, right,
center and surrounds.
center and surrounds.
“Smart” Powered
subwoofer/controller.
subwoofer/controller.
included
JBL "error free" speaker
cables. Extension cable XC300
available in 10-ft. length in
either white or black.
cables. Extension cable XC300
available in 10-ft. length in
either white or black.
• Dolby* Pro Logic* Processor
with additional Phantom,
Simulated, 3-Stereo, and
Stereo Surround modes.
with additional Phantom,
Simulated, 3-Stereo, and
Stereo Surround modes.
• Six channels of amplification
for all speakers and subwoofer.
for all speakers and subwoofer.
• Five identical, 2-way
micro-satellites with titanium
tweeters.
micro-satellites with titanium
tweeters.
• Full-function remote control.
• Remote sensor with connec-
tion wire for easy placement.
tion wire for easy placement.
features
Foot for horizontal placement
of center speaker. Versatile
remote sensor, and double-
sided tape provided.
of center speaker. Versatile
remote sensor, and double-
sided tape provided.
Remote control.
TM
TREBLE
BASS
INPUT
CENTER
SURROUND
BALANCE
TEST
MUTE
0dB
Video
Aux
Pro
Logic
Logic
Music
Simulated
3 Stereo
Stereo
SURROUND
MODES
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+
–
+
L
R
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VOLUME
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