[. . . ] These recommendations are for the optimum placement of the loudspeakers. [. . . ] All of the Northridge Series loudspeakers referred to in this guide are video-shielded and can safely be placed near a television. MODELS: N38, LC-S800W MODEL: N28 As Front Speakers As Surround Speakers 5 ­ 6 ft. SPEAKER CONNECTIONS CONNECTION TIPS Speakers and electronics terminals have corresponding (+) and (­) terminals. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (­) on the speaker to (­) on the amplifier. Wiring "out of phase" results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. RIGHT LEFT ­ + ­ + ­+ ­ + Speaker Outputs TROUBLESHOOTING If there is no sound from any of the speakers: · Check that receiver/ amplifier is on and that a source is playing. If there is no sound coming from one speaker: · Check the "Balance" control on your receiver/ amplifier. · Check all connections between processor/ amplifier and the center speaker. Declaration of Conformity We, JBL Europe A/S Kongevejen 194B DK-3460 Birkerød DENMARK declare in own responsibility, that the loudspeakers described in this owner's manual are in compliance with technical standards EN 50081-1:1992 EN 50082-1:1992 Steen Michaelsen JBL Europe A/S Birkerød. 8/99 S P E C I F I C AT I O N S N28 Description: Maximum Recommended Amplifier Power*: Nominal Impedance: Sensitivity (2. 83V/1m): Frequency Response (­3dB): Crossover Frequency: High-Frequency Transducer: Midrange Transducer: Low-Frequency Transducer: Baffles: Port: Network: Terminals: Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: 2-Way 8" bookshelf N38 3-Way 8" floorstanding LC-S800W 3-Way dual 10" floorstanding 250W 8 Ohms 91dB 37Hz ­ 20kHz 1000, 5000Hz 3/4" Titanium-laminate dome, shielded 4" PolyPlasTM, shielded 10" PolyPlasTM, shielded Low Diffraction, IsoPowerTM FreeFlowTM flared Straight-Line Signal PathTM (SSP) 5-Way binding posts 42" x 14-1/2" x 12-1/2" 1067mm x 368mm x 318mm 55lbs, 25kgs 150W 8 Ohms 90dB 50Hz ­ 20kHz 4000Hz 3/4" Titanium-laminate dome, shielded NA 8" PolyPlasTM, shielded 175W 8 Ohms 90dB 45Hz ­ 20kHz 1000, 5000Hz 3/4" Titanium-laminate dome, shielded 4" PolyPlasTM, shielded 8" PolyPlasTM, shielded Low Diffraction, IsoPowerTM Low Diffraction, IsoPowerTM FreeFlowTM flared Straight-Line Signal PathTM (SSP) 5-Way binding posts 19-1/2" x 12" x 9-1/2" 495mm x 305mm x 241mm 22. 5lbs, 10. 2kgs FreeFlowTM flared Straight-Line Signal PathTM (SSP) 5-Way binding posts 31-1/2" x 12" x 10-1/2" 800mm x 305mm x 267mm 35lbs, 15. 9kgs *The maximum recommended amplifier power rating will ensure proper system headroom to allow for occasional peaks. We do not recommend sustained operation at these maximum power levels. Occasional refinements may be made to existing products without notice but will always meet or exceed original specifications unless otherwise stated. PRO SOUND COMES HOMETM JBL Consumer Products 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797 8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 800-336-4JBL (4525) (USA only) www. jbl. com ©1999 JBL, Incorporated. [. . . ] We do not recommend sustained operation at these maximum power levels. [. . . ]