Page 2 - arrow to access the menu or menu item in the black box.; Introduction; JBL Synthesis; DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS; The following symbols are used in this document:; Calls attention to information that is essential to hi; CAUTION
Represents a menu path. The menu items in gray boxes must be selected with theremote control Menu arrow to access the menu or menu item in the black box. For instance, the SETUP, INPUTS, and DVD1 menu items must be selected toopen the DVD1 INPUT SETUP menu. The DVD1 INPUT SETUP menu is used here as ...
Page 3 - iii; Section 1: Getting Started; Section 2: Basic Operation; US
Introduction SDP-5 iii Section 1: Getting Started About the SDP-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Highlights • Product Registration Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Control Battery Installation . . . ...
Page 4 - Appendix; Section 4: AUDIO CONTROLS
Introduction JBL Synthesis iv Section 6: Troubleshooting & Maintenance Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Restoring Factory-Default Settings . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 5 - ENGLISH; DEUTSCH
Introduction SDP-5 v ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Save these instructions for later use. • Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. • Always use with the correct line voltage. Refer to the manufacturer’s operating instructionsfor power requirements. Be advised that differe...
Page 6 - ESPAÑOL; FRANÇAIS
Introduction JBL Synthesis vi ESPAÑOL INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES • Guarde estas instrucciones para futuras referencias. • Siga todas las instrucciones y tenga en cuenta las advertencias que aparecen en launidad y en las instrucciones de funcionamiento. • Utilice siempre la tensión de lín...
Page 7 - vii; ITALIANO; PORTUGUESE
Introduction SDP-5 vii ITALIANO IMPORTANTI NORME DI SICUREZZA • Conservare le presenti norme per l’utilizzo futuro. • Seguire sempre tutte le istruzioni e gli avvertimenti segnati sull’unità e nelle istruzionioperative. • Utilizzare sempre la corretta tensione di alimentazione. Fare riferimento al m...
Page 8 - DANSK; SUOMI
Introduction JBL Synthesis viii DANSK VIGTIG INFORMATION OM SIKKERHED • Gem denne vejledning til senere brug. • Følg alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet. • Apparatet skal altid tilsluttes den korrekte spænding. Der henvises til brugsanvisningen,der indeholder specifikationer for strømforsynin...
Page 9 - ix; NORSK; SVENSKA
Introduction SDP-5 ix NORSK VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET • Ta vare på denne veiledningen for senere bruk. • Følg alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt på apparatet. • Apparatet skal alltid anvendes med korrekt spenning. Produktbeskrivelsen inneholderspesifikasjoner for strømkrav. Vær oppm...
Page 11 - Getting Started
1 Getting Started About the SDP-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Highlights • Product Registration Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Control Battery Installation . . . ...
Page 13 - HIGHLIGHTS
Getting Started SDP-5 1-3 Complementing its audio performance, the SDP-5 features twobroadcast-quality video switchers. A wide-bandwidth componentvideo switcher accepts analog component or RGB video signals,while a composite and S-video switcher accepts high-quality NTSC,PAL, or SECAM video signals....
Page 14 - INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS; Select a dry, well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight.
Getting Started JBL Synthesis 1-4 Do Not . . . • Place the SDP-5 on a thick rug or carpet or cover the SDP-5with a cloth, as this might prevent proper cooling. • Place the SDP-5 on a windowsill or in another location in whichit will be exposed to direct sunlight. • Obstruct the front panel IR receiv...
Page 15 - REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION; To replace the remote control batteries:
Getting Started SDP-5 1-5 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION The remote control requires two AA batteries that should be replaced as needed. It is recommended to use Alkaline batteries, which last longerwithout leaking. When the batteries are low on power, the remote control enters a low-voltage co...
Page 16 - Basic Operation
2 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Rear Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Remote Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 17 - FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW; Front Panel Display
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-2 1. Standby Button Activates and deactivates standby mode when the SDP-5 ispowered on with the rear panel power switch (2-5). Thestandby button performs no function when the SDP-5 ispowered off with the rear panel power switch. When standby mode is activated, pressin...
Page 18 - To use the volume knob to adjust Main Zone volume level:; To use the volume knob to adjust Zone 2 volume level:; and
a remote control command is received. A red LED lights whenthe A/D converters are overloading. And, a blue LED lightswhen the SDP-5 is powered on and activated – even if theFRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu STATUS parameter is set toALWAYS OFF (3-52). 4. Volume Knob Adjusts volume level in the Main Zone or Z...
Page 19 - Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons; Deactivates the Main Zone.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-4 9. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons Selects the input in Zone 2. When an input is selected, anamber LED lights on the corresponding input selection button.When Zone 2 is deactivated, pressing a Zone 2 input selectionbutton activates Zone 2 and selects the correspondin...
Page 20 - REAR PANEL OVERVIEW; AC Input Connector; Input Connector; Main Zone Audio Output Connectors
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-5 REAR PANEL OVERVIEW Note: The numbered items that begin below correspond tothe rear panel illustration on the next page. 1. Power Switch Connects power to the AC input connector and disconnectspower from the AC input connector. The c represents the "off" position an...
Page 21 - Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-6 7. Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors Provide analog audio output in Zone 2. Two connectorslabeled Audio are available. Alternatively, these connectors canbe used to connect a recording device. When the Zone 2 audiooutput connectors are sent to a recording device, it is...
Page 22 - Video Input Connectors; The component video; Main Zone Video Output Connectors; Accommodate connectors for emerging technologies.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-7 9. Video Input Connectors Provide video input in the Main Zone and Zone 2. Fivecomposite video connectors labeled Video 1 to 5, five S-videoconnectors labeled S-Video 1 to 5, and three component videoconnectors labeled 1 to 3 are available. The component video connectors ar...
Page 23 - REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW; To select a menu item on the open menu:
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-8 REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW The SDP-5 remote control provides full operation of the SDP-5,performing commands such as menu navigation that are notavailable from the front panel. The command matrix that beginson page 2-13 indicates the commands remote control buttonsperf...
Page 24 - Menu Options; Arrow
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-9 Menu Options Selecting a menu option opens another menu within the menustructure. For instance, selecting the MAIN MENU SETUP optionopens the SETUP menu as shown below. Menu Parameters Selecting a menu parameter opens a drop-down menu or horizontalbar graph that can be used...
Page 25 - To select the desired setting on a parameter drop-down menu:; Horizontal Bar Graphs; To adjust a parameter setting with a horizontal bar graph:
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-10 To select the desired setting on a parameter drop-down menu: 1. When the drop-down menu opens, press the remote control Menu and arrows to scroll upward and downward through the complete list of available settings. The currentsetting appears beneath the parameter n...
Page 26 - COMMAND BANK ACTIVATION; To activate the Zone 2 or Shift command bank:; Press and hold the remote control Zone 2 button to activate; COMMAND MATRIX
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-11 COMMAND BANK ACTIVATION Remote control buttons perform different commands dependingon whether the Main Zone, Zone 2, or Shift command bank isactivated. The Main Zone command bank does not need to beactivated. It remains activated unless the Zone 2 or Shift commandbank is a...
Page 27 - Button
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-12 Button Main Zone Zone 2 Shift 1 Deactivates standby modeand activates the SDP-5. Reserved for futurepossibilities. Reserved for futurepossibilities. Activates standby mode anddeactivates the SDP-5. Toggles the FRONT PANELDISPLAY menu STATUSparameter between ALWAYSO...
Page 31 - UNDERSTANDING THE ZONES; The following are exceptions to independent zone operation:; Zone 2 can provide a 2-channel downmix of Main Zone multi-
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-16 Shift-DOLBY • When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing theremote control DOLBY button while a 5.1-channel DolbyDigital input source is present activates the DOLBY DIGITAL EXor DOLBY DIGITAL listening mode. Subsequent presses togglethe EX DECODING paramete...
Page 32 - Zone 2 Two-Line Status; STATUS MENUS; Press and hold the remote control Shift button.; Main Zone Two-Line Status
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-17 Zone 2 Two-Line Status The Zone 2 two-line status shown at the rightindicates the current input, input source, andvolume level selected in Zone 2. It appears on the on-screen and front panel displays when the SDP-5 detects aZone 2 change. STATUS MENUS When the Shift comman...
Page 33 - When the Shift; STATUS menus
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-18 If the STATUS menu includes a second page, the PG1 indicatorappears in the top-right corner of the menu. While the Shiftcommand bank is activated, press the Stat button to open thesecond page. If the STATUS menu does not include asecond page, pressing the Stat butt...
Page 34 - DOLBY D STATUS; Parameter
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-19 DOLBY D STATUS • Provides information about Dolby Digital input sources. • Features L, C, R, SL, SR, and SUB level meters (2-23). Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The selected input MODE The activated listening mode CHANNELS 3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0 BIT RATE 32...
Page 36 - DIGITAL STATUS; CH BYPASS STATUS
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-21 DIGITAL STATUS • Provides information about digital input sources for which asample rate is detected, but no audio is present in the inputsignal. Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The selected input MODE The activated listening mode INPUT TYPE --- SAMPLE RATE 44.1kHz, 48kH...
Page 37 - STATUS MENU PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-22 STATUS MENU PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 2.0 ENCODING MATRIX, NONE Indicates whether or not a matrix-encoded source is detected.When the parameter setting is MATRIX, a matrix-encoded source isdetected. When the parameter setting is NONE, a matrix-encodedsource is not det...
Page 38 - STATUS MENU LEVEL METERS; Indicates the sample rate of the input source that is present.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-23 WORD LENGTH 16bits, 20bits, 24bits Indicates the word length of the audio data present in the inputsignal. STATUS MENU LEVEL METERS Most STATUS menus contain level meters that indicate fluctuatinginput levels in the front left (L), center (C), front right (R), surroundleft...
Page 42 - LOCK OPTIONS
SETUP SDP-5 3-3 LOCK OPTIONS Opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which can be used to lock andunlock settings in the MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS, andSETUP menu branches. Refer to page 3-56 for more information. INPUT SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection ofthe desired input (i....
Page 43 - EDIT INPUT NAME; To customize the name of the selected input:
DVD1 INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL +0dB VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM %! D 5.1 L7 FILM DTS-ES DTS-ES L7 FILM MAIN ADVANCEDZONE2 IN DIGITAL 3. When the desired character has been selected, press the Menu arrow to advance to the next character spac...
Page 44 - To restore the factory-default name of the selected input:
SETUP SDP-5 3-5 The custom input name appears on the on-screen and front paneldisplays. Both the custom and factory-default input names appearon the input selection menu that opens when the SETUP menuINPUTS option is selected. The custom input name appears againstthe left margin of the on-screen dis...
Page 45 - ASSIGNING AUDIO & VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-6 The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can beassigned to its eight digital audio, eight analog audio, fivecomposite video, five S-video, or three component video inputconnectors. The table below lists the INPUT SETUP menuparameters that can be used to assign a...
Page 46 - Please note the following:
SETUP SDP-5 3-7 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 to 4, OPTICAL-1 to 4, NONE Opens the DIGITAL IN menu shown above, which can be used toassign a digital audio input connector for the selected input. TheSDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assignedto any of its eight digital audio input connecto...
Page 47 - Assigning Audio & Video Input Connectors
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-8 • The ANALOG IN menu labeled C (above) appears when theREAR PANEL CONFIG menu 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG (3-46) optionis selected. Please note the following: • When no analog audio input connector is assigned, the SDP-5will automatically set the MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECTparame...
Page 48 - ANLG IN LVL; Input level adjustment is not available; AUTO
SETUP SDP-5 3-9 ANLG IN LVL Opens the ANLG IN LVL menu shown above, which can be used toadjust 2-channel analog audio input levels for the selected input.Despite attempts at standardization, analog audio sources have awide range of levels. To compensate for this, the SDP-5 allowsindependent input le...
Page 49 - AUTO GAIN
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-10 AUTO GAIN Indicates the current amount of input level adjustment for theselected stereo analog audio input connector. When the ANLG INLVL menu AUTO parameter is set to ON, the AUTO GAIN parameterindicates the amount of automatic input level adjustment. Whenthe AUTO parameter...
Page 50 - LEVEL METERS
SETUP SDP-5 3-11 LEVEL METERS Indicate fluctuating input levels in the front left (L) and front right(R) channels for the selected input. These level meters are alsoincluded on the STATUS menus, allowing them to indicate inputlevels for both analog and digital audio input sources. However,ANLG IN LV...
Page 51 - COMPONENT 1 to 3, NONE
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-12 COMPONENT IN COMPONENT 1 to 3, NONE Opens the COMPONENT menu shown above, which can be usedto assign a component video input connector for the selectedinput. The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which canbe assigned to any of its 3 component video input connector...
Page 52 - SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES
DVD1 INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL +0dB VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM %! D 5.1 L7 FILM DTS-ES DTS-ES L7 FILM MAIN ADVANCEDZONE2 IN DIGITAL dts-ES L7 FILM SETUP SDP-5 3-13 DD D 5.1 L7 FILM 2-CH L7 FILM SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES . . . Sel...
Page 53 - When the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST:; Selecting Preferred Listening Modes
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-14 When the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST: • The SDP-5 will not automatically activate the 2-CHANNELlistening mode if the remote control 2 CH button was used toactivate the 2-CHANNEL listening mode the last time a2-channel source was present. Instead, it will activate the2-...
Page 54 - DOLBY D; When the DOLBY D parameter is set to USE LAST:
DOLBY D Opens the DOLBY D MODE menu shown above, which can beused to select a preferred listening mode for Dolby Digital inputsources. The SDP-5 automatically activates the selected listeningmode whenever a new input is selected or a new Dolby Digitalsource is present. When set to USE LAST, the SDP-...
Page 55 - When the dts-ES parameter is set to USE LAST:
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-16 When the dts-ES parameter is set to USE LAST: • The SDP-5 will automatically activate the dts THX MUSIClistening mode if this listening mode was activated the last timea dts(-ES) source was present. However, the dts THX MUSIClistening mode cannot be selected as the preferred...
Page 56 - CONFIGURING ADVANCED ZONE SETTINGS
SETUP SDP-5 3-17 CONFIGURING ADVANCED ZONE SETTINGS MAIN ADVANCED Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu MAIN ADVANCED option opensthe MAIN ADV menu shown above. The parameters on the left sideof this menu are identical regardless of which input is selected. Thesettings on the right side are adjustable. Def...
Page 58 - analog audio input; INPUT SELECT Parameter Settings; The table below describes INPUT SELECT parameter settings.
SETUP SDP-5 3-19 DIGITAL ANALOG AUTO The SDP-5 automatically sets the INPUTSELECT parameter to DIGITAL when theANALOG IN parameter is set to NONE. • The SDP-5 sends the assigned digitalaudio input connector to the Main Zoneaudio output connectors. The SDP-5ignores the assigned analog audio inputconn...
Page 64 - Independent zone monitoring is; NOT; or Replay TV; ZONE2 IN Parameter Settings; The table below describes ZONE2 IN parameter settings.
DIGITAL ANLG (Analog) DMIX (Downmix) SETUP SDP-5 3-25 The SDP-5 automatically sets theZONE2 IN parameter to DIGITALwhen the ANALOG IN parameteris set to NONE. • The SDP-5 sends theassigned digital audio inputconnector to the Zone 2audio output connectors.The SDP-5 ignores theassigned analog audio in...
Page 65 - CUSTOM SPEAKER SETUPS; Determining Crossover Points; SPEAKER SETUP
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-26 CUSTOM SPEAKER SETUPS Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu CUSTOM SETUP option opensthe CUSTOM SETUP menu shown above, which can be used toconfigure the Main Zone audio output connectors for a customspeaker setup. The CUSTOM SETUP menu allows the selection ofindependent crossove...
Page 67 - Default; Custom Speaker Setups
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 40Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX ULTRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA APART SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-28 FRONT L/R FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz Opens the FRONT L/R SPEAKERS menu shown above, which can beused to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio...
Page 70 - When the REAR L/R parameter is set to NONE:
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX ULTRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA APART SETUP SDP-5 3-31 REAR L/R FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE Opens the REAR L/R SPEAKERS menu shown above, which can beused to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio out...
Page 72 - THX ULTRA2 SUB; or
SETUP SDP-5 3-33 THX ULTRA2 SUB ON, OFF or Indicates whether or not the subwoofer connected to the MainZone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer is Ultra2 certified. Select the ON setting if the connected subwoofer is Ultra2certified and the OFF setting if the connected subwoofer is notUltra2 ce...
Page 74 - SYNTHESIS 7-CHANNEL SPEAKER SETUPS
SETUP SDP-5 3-35 SYNTHESIS 7-CHANNEL SPEAKER SETUPS When the SPEAKER SETUP menu SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP option isselected, the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP message shown aboveappears on the on-screen and front panel displays. When thismessage appears, press the remote control arrow to open the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETU...
Page 75 - JBL Synthesis 7-Channel Speaker Setups
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-36 REAR L/R THX 80Hz, NONE Opens the REAR SPEAKERS menu shown above, which can be usedto activate and deactivate the Main Zone audio outputconnectors labeled Rear L/R. When set to 80Hz, the SDP-5 activatesthese connectors and configures all Main Zone audio outputconnectors for ...
Page 76 - MEASURING SPEAKER DISTANCES
SETUP SDP-5 3-37 MEASURING SPEAKER DISTANCES Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu SPEAKER DISTANCES optionopens the SPEAKER DISTANCES menu shown above, which can beused to set the distance between the listening position and thespeakers connected to the Main Zone audio output connectors.The SDP-5 feature...
Page 77 - Measuring Speaker Distances
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-38 REAR LEFT & RIGHT 0.0 to 30.0ft or 0.0 to 12.0m Set the speaker distance for the speakers connected to the MainZone audio output connectors labeled Rear L/R. SUBWOOFER 0.0 to 30.0ft or 0.0 to 12.0m Sets the speaker distance for the subwoofer connected to the MainZone aud...
Page 78 - CALIBRATING OUTPUT LEVELS; INTERNAL NOISE TEST; arrow
SETUP SDP-5 3-39 CALIBRATING OUTPUT LEVELS Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRATION optionopens the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu shown above, which can beused to calibrate output levels for the Main Zone audio outputconnectors. Calibration ensures that output levels correspond toTHX reference ...
Page 79 - Internal Noise Test
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-40 Internal Noise Test (continued from page 3-39) Note: The SDP-5 automatically sets volume level to +0dBwhen the internal noise test begins. It is recommendedto avoid adjusting master volume level while the testis in progress to achieve a 75dB THX reference level(a 75dB SPL me...
Page 80 - DOLBY PLII MOVIE; Sources; Connect the DACS Signal Generator left and right output
DOLBY PLII MOVIE DOLBY DIGITAL* dts(-ES)* 2-Channel Sources Dolby Digital Sources dts(-ES) Sources SETUP SDP-5 3-41 DACS CALIBRATION Opens the DACS CALIBRATION menu shown above, which can beused to adjust output levels while DACS calibration is conducted.DACS calibration requires an external calibra...
Page 81 - SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST & DACS CALIBRATION Menus
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-42 3. When the desired parameter is highlighted, press the arrow to select this parameter. A horizontal bar graph will open onthe on-screen and front panel displays. 4. When the horizontal bar graph opens, follow the instructions on page 2-11 to adjust the selected parameter. W...
Page 83 - BASS PEAK LIMITER; CAL NOISE
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-44 BASS PEAK LIMITER Opens the BASS PEAK LIMITER menu shown above, which canbe used to set amplitude limits for all speakers to which lowfrequencies are redirected, including the subwoofer. The SDP-5 is equipped with an internal limiter that prevents low-frequency output signal...
Page 84 - SUB LIMITER; SUB LIMIT ADJ
SETUP SDP-5 3-45 SUB LIMITER ON, OFF Limits output signals for the Main Zone audio output connectorlabeled Subwoofer, as well as other Main Zone audio outputconnectors to which low-frequency signals are redirected. When setto ON, the SDP-5 restricts output signals to the level specified inthe BASS P...
Page 85 - STEREO INPUTS; All connectors are configured as stereo connectors.; REAR PANEL CONFIG
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-46 8 STEREO INPUTS Configures the analog audio input connectors as eight stereoconnectors, which is the factory-default configuration. When the analog audio input connectors are configured aseight stereo connectors: • All connectors are configured as stereo connectors. • Neithe...
Page 87 - FRONT PANEL DISPLAY; DISPLAY SETUP
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-48 Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Refer to page 3-49 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY Refer to page 3-52 A/V SYNC DELAY OFF OFF, 1 to 60ms CUSTOM NAME OFF ON, OFF EDIT CUSTOM NAME N/A N/A A/V SYNC DELAY OFF, 1 to 60ms Restores audio/video synchronization when ...
Page 88 - CUSTOM NAME
SETUP SDP-5 3-49 CUSTOM NAME ON, OFF Activates the display of a custom unit name, which appears whenthe SDP-5 is activated. When set to ON, the custom name scrollsacross the on-screen and front panel displays when the SDP-5 isactivated. When set to OFF, the custom name does not appearwhen the SDP-5 ...
Page 89 - ON-SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-50 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP Selecting the DISPLAY SETUP menu ON-SCREEN DISPLAY optionopens the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu shown above, which can beused to customize the on-screen display. Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings STATUS 2 SECONDS ALWAYS ON, 2 SECONDS,ALWAYS OFF PO...
Page 90 - FORMAT
SETUP SDP-5 3-51 FORMAT SECAM, PAL, NTSC Controls the compatibility between the video input connectors, thevideo switcher, and the display device. Select the setting that iscompatible with the source components and display device. Note: The FORMAT parameter affects the composite andS-video output co...
Page 91 - BACKGROUND
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-52 BACKGROUND ON, OFF Activates and deactivates the menu background. When set to ON,on-screen display menus appear over a solid blue or graybackground (depending on the display device). When set to OFF,on-screen display menus appear over the video input signal. Note: When the B...
Page 92 - FRONT PANEL DISPLAY SETUP; BRIGHTNESS
SETUP SDP-5 3-53 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY SETUP Opens the FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu shown above, which canbe used to customize the front panel display. Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings STATUS ALWAYS ON ALWAYS ON, 2 SECONDS,ALWAYS OFF BRIGHTNESS 75% 100%, 75%, 50%, 25% STATUS ALWAYS ON, 2 SECOND...
Page 93 - VOLUME CONTROL SETUP; MAIN PWR ON; MUTE LEVEL
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-54 VOLUME CONTROL SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu VOLUME CONTROLS option opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu shown below, which can be used toconfigure Main Zone and Zone 2 volume levels. VOLUME CONTROLS SETUP Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings MAIN PWR ON -30dB LAST LV...
Page 94 - REMOTE ONLY; TRIGGER SETUP
SETUP SDP-5 3-55 PWR – the power trigger output connector – is not configurable. It is activated when theSDP-5 is activated, and deactivated when the SDP-5 is deactivated. The trigger outputconnector labeled 1 can be configured for remote or program operation. Default Possible Parameter Setting Sett...
Page 95 - Program Operation Parameters
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-56 When the REMOTE ONLY parameter is set to OFF and program operation parameters are set toON, the trigger output connector labeled 1 is associated with the corresponding Main Zoneinput, Main Zone listening modes, or Zone 2 inputs. (The connector cannot be associated withindivi...
Page 96 - MODES
SETUP SDP-5 3-57 Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings MODES UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED AUDIO CNTRL UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED SETUP UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED MODES LOCKED, UNLOCKED Controls MODE ADJUST menu branch settings, which include alllistening mode menu settings. When set to LOCKED, thes...
Page 98 - AUDIO CONTROLS
4 AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Page 101 - LOUDNESS
AUDIO CONTROLS JBL Synthesis 4-4 TILT EQ -3.0 to +3.0dB Controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zoneaudio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, and Subwoofer.This parameter setting affects the entire frequency spectrum with ahinge point at 1kHz. As the setting is increase...
Page 104 - MODE ADJUST
5 MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Listening Mode Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters • Mode and Buttons • Mode Family Selec...
Page 105 - Listening modes can be activated with:; the front panel or remote control Mode
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-2 MODE ADJUST Selecting the MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST option opens the MODE ADJUST menu shown atthe left, which can be used to select a listening mode for adjustment. When the MODEADJUST menu opens, the currently activated Main Zone listening mode is highlighted. Selecting a ...
Page 106 - MODE
Button Button 2-Channel Sources Dolby Digital Sources dts(-ES) Sources MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-3 PREFERRED LISTENING MODE SELECTIONPARAMETERS The INPUT SETUP menus include three preferred listening modeselection parameters labeled 2-CH, DOLBY D, and dts-ES. Theseparameters can be used to select a prefer...
Page 107 - L7 FILM
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-4 L7 FILM • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for enhanced playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix-encoded film sources. • Derives seven channels from 2-channel input sources, as well asfull-frequency stereo surround channels that realisticallyincrease the perceived...
Page 108 - L7 MUSIC
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-5 L7 MUSIC • A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix-encodedmusic sources. • Recommended for 2-channel music sources. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB +6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB FRONT STEERING MUSIC O...
Page 110 - DOLBY PLII MUSIC; DOLBY PRO LOGIC
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-7 DOLBY PLII MUSIC • Similar to the DOLBY PLII MOVIE listening mode. • Designed for playback of stereo music sources. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings PANORAMA OFF ON, OFF CTR WIDTH 3 MIN, 1 to 6, MAX DIMENSION NEUTRAL FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR SURROUND DLY 10ms 0 t...
Page 112 - NIGHTCLUB
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-9 NIGHTCLUB • Designed for playback of “dry” music sources that benefit fromthe addition of room reflections, especially music sources thatlack ambience in the recording. • Generates early reflections to simulate small, intimatelistening spaces. • Sends early reflections to the f...
Page 113 - CATHEDRAL
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-10 CATHEDRAL • Similar to the CHURCH listening mode. • Uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth,reverberant decay characteristic of large listening spaces withlong reverberation time relative to their size, such ascathedrals. • Unlike other room simulation li...
Page 114 - PANORAMA
MODE ADJUST PANORAMA MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-11 PANORAMA • Designed for playback of stereo and matrix-encoded sources. • Uses proprietary JBL Synthesis algorithms to move the stereoimage outward from the front speakers, producing a widerstereo field with greater depth. • Depends on proper location of th...
Page 115 - SPEAKER ANGLE; To calibrate the PANORAMA listening mode:; Begin playback of the calibration source. It is recommended to; SOURCE
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-12 Note: The SOURCE parameter controls the perceiveddirection of the sound, although both the front leftand right speakers generate the calibration sourcesignal. SPEAKER ANGLE 10 to 90deg Compensates for a wide or narrow speaker angle relative to theprimary listening posi...
Page 116 - PARTY; LISTENER POS Parameter Settings
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-13 PARTY • Designed for playback of stereo sources. • Sends stereo sources to all channels. • Recommended for background music. Option/Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-28. 2-CHANNEL • Designed for playback of ste...
Page 117 - MONO
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-14 MONO • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to the center channel. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings SUB LEVEL +0dB OFF, -30 to +12dB CUSTOM Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-28. MONO LOGIC • ...
Page 121 - DOLBY DIGITAL & DOLBY DIGITAL EX
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-18 DOLBY DIGITAL & DOLBY DIGITAL EX • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources.The DOLBY DIGITAL EX listening mode is recommended forDolby Digital sources recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX.This listening mode can also be used with 5.1-channel D...
Page 122 - Dolby Digital
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-19 The table below indicates the conditions in which Dolby DigitalSurround EX decoding is engaged. • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is engaged when the EXDECODING parameter is set to ON, or the EX DECODINGparameter is set to AUTO and a flagged 5.1-channel DolbyDigital source ...
Page 128 - dts THX MUSIC; LFE MIX
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-25 dts THX MUSIC • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel dts music sources. • The dts THX MUSIC listening mode cannot be activated unlessside and rear speakers are present. • ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers.Refer to the ASA parameter description on p...
Page 130 - CH BYPASS; Designed for playback of 2-channel analog sources.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-27 2CH BYPASS • Designed for playback of 2-channel analog sources. • Analog audio input signals are sent to the Main Zone audiooutput connectors labeled Front L/R. These input signalsreceive no internal processing. • The 2CH BYPASS listening mode is automatically activatedwhen a ...
Page 131 - SPKR ENHANCE
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-28 LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETERDESCRIPTIONS 5 SPKR ENHANCE ON, OFF Simulates 7-channel playback in 5-channel speaker configurations.When set to ON, the SDP-5 provides an increased sense ofspaciousness and envelopment through the surround speakers.This enhanc...
Page 133 - Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions; DIMENSION
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-30 Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-29) CUSTOM VS PRESET Allows comparison listening to the custom and factory-defaultversions of the selected listening mode. When PRESET is selected,the listening mode is heard in its factory-...
Page 134 - FRONT STEERING
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-31 The DOLBY DIGITAL EX listening mode is available when DolbyDigital Surround EX decoding is engaged. The DOLBY DIGITALlistening mode is available when Dolby Digital Surround EXdecoding is not engaged. Dolby Digital Surround EX decodingcannot be engaged unless both side and rear...
Page 136 - Follow the RESET MODE menu path. The “PRESS RIGHT
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-33 PANORAMA ON, OFF When set to ON, extends the front stereo image to include surround channel signals, which creates a “wraparound” effectwith side wall imaging. Note: The DOLBY PLII MUSIC listening mode PANORAMAparameter should not be confused with the separatePANORAMA listenin...
Page 140 - Troubleshooting & Maintenance
6 Troubleshooting & Maintenance Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Restoring Factory-Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 141 - Dialog sounds muffled.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance JBL Synthesis 6-2 3. Make sure audio has not been muted. The message “MUTE ON” or “FULL MUTE ON” will appear on the on-screen andfront panel displays when audio has been muted. To deactivatemute, press the front panel or remote control Mute button oruse the front pa...
Page 142 - RF interference is present in the audio or video.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance SDP-5 6-3 The SDP-5 is powered on, but there is no video. 1. Examine the video cables – particularly the S-video cables – to ensure a good connection to the associated component. 2. Check the INPUT SETUP menu VIDEO IN (page 3-11) and COMPONENT IN (page 3-12) paramet...
Page 143 - RESTORING FACTORY-DEFAULT SETTINGS
Troubleshooting & Maintenance JBL Synthesis 6-4 The Mute button must be pressed within 2 seconds ofactivating the SDP-5. If the message "MUTE ON" appears onthe on-screen and front panel displays when the Mute button RESTORING FACTORY-DEFAULT SETTINGS When factory-default settings are res...
Page 145 - SPECIFICATIONS
Main Zone Audio Performance (continued) Zone 2 Audio Performance Main Zone Audio Performance Audio Input & Output Connectors Appendix JBL Synthesis A-2 SPECIFICATIONS • 8 stereo (RCA) or 5 stereo and one 5.1-channel or 2 stereo and two 5.1-channel connectors • 4 S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) and 4 S/PDIF...
Page 146 - Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Component Video Performance Component Video Performance (continued) Other • <3dB • >150MHz Insertion Loss Bandwidth • 1 power on/off and 1 programmable connector on detachable screw terminals (+12 VDC, 0.5 amps each) Trigger Outputs • 2 9-pin D-sub connectors • 90-250 VAC, 50-60Hz, 60W (univer...
Page 147 - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; Digital Controller; Vice President of Engineering; MENU TREE
Appendix JBL Synthesis A-4 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared: EN55022:1994 + A1:1995 + A2:1997, EN55024:1998,EN61000-3-2: 2000, EN61000-3-3:2000, andEN60065: 1998 Manufacturer: Lexicon, Inc.3 Oak ParkBe...
Page 149 - JBL; Menu Tree
Appendix JBL A-6 Menu Tree (continued from page A-5) Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of the desired input (e.g.DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu shown below. Theparameters on the left side of the INPUT SETUP menus are identical regardless...
Page 157 - INSTALLATION WORKSHEET; MAIN ADV
INPUT SETUP DVD1 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX DVD2 Appendix JBL Synthesis A-14 INSTALLATION WORKSHEET 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 ZONE2 IN
Page 158 - SETTINGS; Circle One
REAR PANEL CONFIG SETTINGS SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DISTANCES LEVELS CALIBRATION Appendix SDP-5 A-15 FRONT LEFT/RIGHT SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz CENTER SIDE LEFT/RIGHT REAR LEFT/RIGHT SUBWOOFER THX ULTRA2 SUB BGC ASA UNIT...
Page 159 - SETTING; SETTING; SETTING; SETTING; Installation Worksheet
VOLUME CONTROLSETUP SETTING AUDIO CONTROLS SETTING LOCK OPTIONS SETTING TRIGGER SETUP SETTING DISPLAY SETUP SETTING Appendix JBL Synthesis A-16 REMOTE ONLY DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX ZONE2 INPUTS L7 FILM L7 TV L7 MUSIC L7 MUSIC SURR DOLBY PLII + THX DOLBY PLII MOVIE DOLBY PLII MUSIC DOLBY PRO...
