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MS-8
8 Channel
System integration digital processor
SERVICE MANUAL
JBL Consumer Products
8500 Balboa Blvd.
Rev0 5/2010
Released 2010
Discontinued XXXX
- CONTENTS -
SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………………..1
PACKAGING……………..…………………………..…....2
NOTICE REGARDING TESTING THE UNIT…….….…3
CONNECTIONS ……………………………..……………4
RESETTING THE MICROPROCESSOR………..…….15
REMOTE CONTROL …………….….…………..………16
TROUBLESHOOTING……………..…..…………………17
EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS LIST……...….….………….22
AMPLIFIER BLOCK DIAGRAM…….……………..….…23
ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST ..….…….……….…………26
P.C.B. DRAWINGS….……………………………….……30
IC/TRANSISTOR PINOUTS..…………….……….….…..37
SCHEMATICS……………...……………….………..…...93
MS-8 Specifications
Power Output:
20W x 8 channels @ 4 ohms
Maximum Output Power:
30W x 8 channels @ 2 ohms
Frequency
Response:
20Hz–20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Line Input to Line Output): >90dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Line Input to Spkr Output): >85dB
Maximum Input Voltage (Speaker-Level Input):
15V
Maximum Input Voltage (Line Input):
2.8V
Maximum Output Voltage (Line Output):
2.8V
Maximum
Current
Draw:
16A
Standby Current Draw:
<0.01A
Display LCD Screen:
128 x 64 pixels
Power Requirement:
12V DC, negative ground
Main Unit Dimensions (L x W x H):
11-1/2" x 7-3/8" x 2-1/8" (293mm x 187mm x 55mm)
Display Unit Dimensions (H x W x D, w/ stand):
3-1/8" x 3-3/8" x 2-7/16" (79mm x 86mm x 62mm)
Weight:
Main
unit
–
6.4
lb
(2.9kg)
Display unit – 2.8 oz (80g)
Remote control – 1.4 oz (40g)
Fuse
25A
JBL continually strives to update and improve existing products, as well as create new ones. The specifications and details in
this and related JBL publications are therefore subject to change without notice.
MS-8
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MS-8 PACKAGING
LITHIUM COIN BATTERY 3VDC CR2032
MS-8
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NOTE: Although some typical connections and
controls are shown, the JBL
controls are shown, the JBL
®
MS-8 digital
processor includes many features and digital
controls not found on conventional car audio
amplifiers. Also, the calibration, setup and
usage for the MS-8 is unique.
Details can be found in the MS-8 owner’s
manual, which can be downloaded here:
controls not found on conventional car audio
amplifiers. Also, the calibration, setup and
usage for the MS-8 is unique.
Details can be found in the MS-8 owner’s
manual, which can be downloaded here:
(click on link) then on Grey tab SUPPORT
MS-8
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