JBL Speaker IS5 User Manual

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PERFORMANCE™  
INTEGRATOR  
IS5, IS6, IS8, IS6C, IS8C,  
IS6DT  
OWNER’S GUIDE  
 
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should not call attention to  
themselves. They should  
front speakers. In Dolby Digital  
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and DTS systems, aim the  
provide a diffuse, ambient  
sound accompanying the main  
program material heard in the  
tweeters toward the listening  
position at ear-level height.  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
WALL  
400– 600  
MODELS IS5, IS6, IS8 AS REAR SPEAKERS  
5 – 6 ft.  
WALL  
WALL  
WALL  
WALL  
MODEL IS6DT IN-CEILING  
IS6DT speaker centrally in the  
ceiling for best stereo imaging,  
swiveling the tweeters so that  
one points toward the left and  
the other toward the right of the  
listening position, aimed at ear-  
level height.  
The IS6DT may also be used to  
play the left and right surround  
channels in a 5.1-channel home  
theater system, in which case it  
should be mounted in the ceil-  
ing slightly behind the listening  
position, centered from left to  
right and with the tweeters  
pointing toward the left and  
right of the listening position,  
aimed at ear-level height.  
For 7.1-channel systems where  
it is desired to use two IS6DT  
speakers, one to play both the  
left surround and surround  
back channels and the other to  
play both the right surround and  
surround back channels, mount  
each IS6DT speaker in the  
The IS6DT has the capability of  
playing two channels through  
one speaker, thanks to its dual-  
tweeter/dual-voice-coil con-  
struction. Since the tweeters are  
close together, in general they  
should be aimed away from  
each other for best coverage.  
For two-channel (stereo) appli-  
cations, e.g., as a single speaker  
in a remote room of a distrib-  
uted audio system, install the  
ceiling, slightly behind the lis-  
tening position. Place one  
closer to the left side of the  
room and the other closer to  
the right side. Aim the tweeters  
away from each other, toward  
the front and rear of the room.  
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SPEAKER CONNECTIONS  
CONNECTION TIPS  
The wires for both speakers  
should be the same length. If  
one speaker is placed closer to  
the amplifier than the other,  
hide the excess wire behind  
the wall. Speakers and elec-  
tronics terminals have corre-  
sponding (+) and (–) terminals.  
Most manufacturers of speakers  
and electronics, including JBL,  
use red to denote the (+) termi-  
nal and black for the (–) termi-  
nal. It is important to connect  
both speakers identically: (+) on  
the speaker to (+) on the ampli-  
fier and (–) on the speaker to (–)  
on the amplifier. Wiring “out  
of phase” results in thin sound,  
weak bass and a poor stereo  
image. With the advent of multi-  
channel surround sound  
the correct polarity remains  
equally important in order to  
preserve the proper ambience  
and directionality of the  
program material.  
To use the push-type speaker  
terminals, press the red (+) or  
black (–) cap for the desired  
terminal, insert the bare end of  
the speaker wire into the hole  
below the cap and release the  
cap. Gently tug on the wire  
to make sure that it is fully  
inserted.  
For model IS6DT, the terminals for  
both the left and right channels will  
be on the same loudspeaker.  
systems, connecting all of the  
speakers in your system with  
WIRE LENGTH  
Up to 20 ft.  
Up to 30 ft.  
RECOMMENDED SIZE  
16 gauge  
12 gauge  
10 gauge  
Greater than 30 ft.  
INSTALLATION  
Performance Integrator in-wall  
loudspeakers are designed to be  
easily installed. However, if you  
are unsure of your ability to  
properly install these speakers,  
please contact your dealer or a  
qualified installer.  
TOOLS NEEDED  
Pencil  
Phillips #2 screwdriver  
Utility knife  
Measuring tape  
Carpenter’s level  
Awl  
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EXISTING CONSTRUCTION  
IS5, IS6, IS8  
1/2"  
1/2"  
1/2"  
Remove the grille from the  
speaker frame by pulling on  
the paper tab. If the tab is  
missing, to avoid scratching  
the grille or baffle you may  
unfold a paper clip, insert the  
straight end through one of the  
holes in the grille, and gently  
pull up.  
Determine the correct speaker  
location.  
Note: Remove the inner template, stud and the speaker cutout or  
which is the paint shield, at the the locking tabs will not be able  
perforation. Use the outer tem-  
plate when cutting the drywall.  
Note: Always allow at least  
one-half inch between a wall  
to swivel into place.  
Place the frame assembly  
in the wall.  
Cut the drywall.  
Connect the speaker wires  
to the speaker.  
JBL Performance Integrator  
speakers feature unique  
swivel mounts for the tweet-  
ers that enable you to aim the  
very directional high frequen-  
cies toward the listening posi-  
tion, at ear-level height.  
Before installing the speaker  
grille, gently press on the  
outer edge of the tweeter  
mount to adjust the position of  
the tweeter. The tweeter will  
not swivel more than 15  
degrees in any direction; do  
not attempt to force it to move  
further. You may also rotate  
the tweeter to orient the JBL  
logo as desired.  
Screw down each of the four  
Phillips-head screws. The  
locking tabs will swivel into  
place and secure the unit to  
the rear surface of the drywall.  
Replace the metal grille.  
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EXISTING CONSTRUCTION  
IS6C, IS6DT, IS8C  
1/2"  
1/2"  
1/2"  
Remove the grille from the  
speaker frame by pulling on  
the paper tab. If the tab is  
missing, to avoid scratching  
the grille or baffle you may  
unfold a paper clip, insert the  
straight end through one of  
the holes in the grille, and  
gently pull up.  
Determine the correct speaker  
location.  
Note: Remove the inner template, one-half inch between a wall  
which is the paint shield, at the  
perforation. Use the outer tem-  
plate when cutting the drywall.  
Cut the drywall.  
Note: Always allow at least  
stud and the speaker cutout or  
the locking tabs will not be able  
to swivel into place.  
Connect the speaker wires  
to the speaker. Model IS6DT  
requires two sets of speaker  
wires, one for each channel.  
Place the frame assembly  
in the wall.  
Screw down each of the four  
Phillips-head screws. The  
locking tabs will swivel into  
place and secure the unit to  
the rear surface of the drywall.  
any further. You may also  
rotate the tweeter to orient  
the JBL logo as desired.  
Performance Integrator loud-  
speakers feature unique  
swivel mounts for the tweet-  
ers, enabling you to aim the  
very directional high frequen-  
cies toward the listening posi-  
tion, at ear-level height.  
Before installing the speaker  
grille, gently press on the  
outer edge of the tweeter  
mount to adjust the position  
of the tweeter. The tweeter  
will not swivel more than 15  
degrees in any direction; do  
not attempt to force it to move  
The dual tweeters of the  
IS6DT speaker may be  
swiveled independently.  
Optimum imaging will be  
obtained by aiming the  
tweeters to the left and right  
of the listening position, at  
ear-level height, if your  
application permits.  
Replace the metal grille.  
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NEW CONSTRUCTION  
You will need to purchase the correct rough-in frame kit for your model:  
SPEAKER MODEL  
ROUGH-IN FRAME KIT  
IS5  
RIF5  
IS6  
RIF6  
IS6C, IS6DT  
IS8  
RIF6C (pair pack)/RIF6CS (single pack)  
RIF8  
IS8C  
RIF8C  
Detailed installation instructions are supplied with the rough-in kit.  
PAINTING THE SPEAKER  
FRAME AND GRILLE  
Performance Integrator loud-  
speakers can be painted to  
match any décor. If you wish  
to change their color, the satin  
finish on the grille and frame  
will function as a primer coat.  
Before painting, install the  
paint shield (inner section of  
template in the assembly kit)  
securely into the recess in the  
baffle. This will protect the  
speaker components and baf-  
fle from paint residue. Use a  
high-quality spray paint, and  
apply a thin coat of color.  
Be certain the grille perfora-  
tions remain free of paint.  
Filling them with paint will  
diminish the sound quality.  
Note: Gently remove the  
acoustical foam blanket from  
the grille before painting.  
Reattach the blanket after  
the paint has dried.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
IF THERE IS NO  
SOUND FROM ANY  
OF THE SPEAKERS:  
sure none of the speaker wires  
are frayed, cut, punctured or  
touching each other.  
owner’s manual for futher  
information on correct speaker  
configuration in Dolby Digital,  
DTS and other surround sound  
modes.  
• Check that receiver/amplifier  
is on and a source is playing.  
IF THERE IS LOW (OR  
NO) BASS OUTPUT:  
• Check all wires and connec-  
tions between receiver/ampli-  
fier and speakers. Make sure  
all wires are connected. Make  
sure none of the speaker wires  
are frayed, cut, punctured or  
touching each other.  
IF THE SYSTEM PLAYS  
AT LOW VOLUMES  
BUT SHUTS OFF  
AS VOLUME IS  
• Make sure the connections  
to the left and right “Speaker  
Inputs” have the correct polar-  
ity (+ and –).  
INCREASED:  
• Consider adding a powered  
subwoofer to your system.  
• Check all wires and connec-  
tions between receiver/ampli-  
fier and speakers. Make sure  
all wires are connected. Make  
sure none of the speaker wires  
are frayed, cut , punctured or  
touching each other.  
• Review proper operation of  
your receiver/amplifier.  
• In Dolby Digital or DTS modes,  
make sure your receiver/  
processor is correctly config-  
ured. When using a subwoofer,  
make sure the subwoofer  
IF THERE IS NO  
SOUND COMING  
FROM ONE SPEAKER:  
output of the receiver/ proces-  
sor has been enabled. If no  
subwoofer is being used,  
make sure the left and right  
front and rear speakers have  
been configured as “LARGE.”  
See your receiver/processor’s  
• If more than one pair of main  
speakers is being used, check  
the minimum-impedance  
requirements of your  
• Check the “Balance” control  
on your receiver/amplifier.  
• Check all wires and connec-  
tions between receiver/ampli-  
fier and speakers. Make sure  
all wires are connected. Make  
receiver/amplifier.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
IS5  
IS6  
IS6C  
Frequency Response  
40Hz– 20kHz (–10dB)  
IS6DT  
Frequency Response  
40Hz – 20kHz (–10dB)  
IS8  
IS8C  
Frequency Response  
32Hz – 20kHz (–10dB)  
Frequency Response  
45Hz– 20kHz (–10dB)  
Frequency Response  
38Hz – 20kHz (–10dB)  
Frequency Response  
30Hz – 20kHz (–10dB)  
Recommended Maximum  
Recommended Maximum  
Recommended Maximum  
Recommended Maximum  
Recommended Maximum  
Recommended Maximum  
Amplifier Power  
Amplifier Power  
Amplifier Power  
Amplifier Power  
Amplifier Power  
Amplifier Power  
60 watts  
80 watts  
80 watts  
100 watts total (50WPC)  
100 watts  
100 watts  
Impedance  
Impedance  
Impedance  
Impedance  
Impedance  
Impedance  
8 ohms nominal  
8 ohms nominal  
8 ohms nominal  
8 ohms nominal per input  
8 ohms nominal  
8 ohms nominal  
Sensitivity  
Sensitivity  
Sensitivity  
Sensitivity  
Sensitivity  
Sensitivity  
87dB (2.83V/1m)  
88dB (2.83V/1m)  
88dB (2.83V/1m)  
88dB (2.83V/1m), both channels driven 89dB (2.83V/1m)  
89dB (2.83V/1m)  
Crossover Frequency  
Crossover Frequency  
Crossover Frequency  
Crossover Frequency  
Crossover Frequency  
Crossover Frequency  
3,000Hz  
2,800Hz  
2,600Hz  
2,600Hz  
2,400Hz  
2,400Hz  
Woofer  
Woofer  
Woofer  
Woofer  
Woofer  
Woofer  
5-1/4" Titanium-laminate  
6-1/2" Titanium-laminate  
6-1/2" Titanium-laminate  
6-1/2" Titanium-laminate  
8" Titanium-laminate  
8" Titanium-laminate  
cone w/rubber surround  
cone w/rubber surround  
cone w/rubber surround  
cone w/rubber surround  
cone w/rubber surround  
cone w/rubber surround  
Tweeter  
Tweeter  
Tweeter  
Tweeters  
Tweeter  
Tweeter  
1" Titanium-laminate  
dome, w/Elliptical Oblate  
1" Titanium-laminate  
dome, w/Elliptical Oblate  
1" Titanium-laminate  
dome, w/swivel mount  
Dual 3/4" titanium-laminate  
domes, w/swivel mounts  
1" Titanium-laminate  
dome, w/Elliptical Oblate  
1" Titanium-laminate  
dome, w/swivel mount  
Spheroidal waveguide  
Spheroidal waveguide  
Spheroidal waveguide  
and swivel mount  
and swivel mount  
and swivel mount  
Plate Size (W x H)  
7-1/2" x 10" (191mm x 254mm)  
Plate Size (W x H)  
8-1/2" x 11" (216mm x 279mm)  
Plate Size (Diameter)  
9-3/16" (233mm)  
Plate Size (Diameter)  
9-3/16" (233mm)  
Plate Size (W x H)  
10-1/8" x 13-1/8" (257mm x 333mm) 10-7/8" (275mm)  
Plate Size (Diameter)  
Mounting Cutout Size (W x H)  
6-1/8" x 8-11/16" (156mm x 221mm) 7-1/8" x 9-11/16" (181mm x 246mm) 7-7/8" (200mm)  
Mounting Cutout Size (W x H)  
Mounting Cutout Size (Dia.) Mounting Cutout Size (Dia.)  
Mounting Cutout Size (W x H)  
8-7/8" x 11-13/16" (225mm x 300mm) 9-1/2" (240mm)  
Mounting Cutout Size (Dia.)  
7-7/8" (200mm)  
Mounting Depth  
3-3/4" (95mm)  
Mounting Depth  
3-7/8" (98mm)  
Mounting Depth  
4-1/4" (108mm)  
Mounting Depth  
4-1/4" (108mm)  
Mounting Depth  
4" (102mm)  
Mounting Depth  
4-1/4" (108mm)  
Weight per Speaker  
4 lb (1.8kg)  
Weight per Speaker  
5 lb (2.3kg)  
Weight per Speaker  
4.5 lb (2.0kg)  
Weight per Speaker  
4 lb (1.8kg)  
Weight per Speaker  
7.8 lb (3.5kg)  
Weight per Speaker  
5.6 lb (2.5kg)  
Declaration of Conformity  
JBL and Harman International are registered trademarks,  
and Performance Series, Pro Sound Comes Home,  
Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal (EOS) and Straight-Line Signal  
Path (SSP) are trademarks, of Harman International  
Industries, Incorporated.  
We, Harman Consumer Group International  
2, route de Tours  
72500 Chateau du Loir  
France  
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.  
DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.  
declare in own responsibility that the products described in this owner’s  
manual are in compliance with technical standards:  
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.  
EN 61000-6-3:2001  
EN 61000-6-1:2001  
Laurent Rault  
Harman Consumer Group International  
Chateau du Loir, France 10/05  
All features and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
PRO SOUND  
COMES HOME  
OWNER’S GUIDE  
P R O D U C T L I N E :  
PERFORMANCEINTEGRATOR  
JBL Consumer Products  
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797  
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329  
516.255.4JBL (4525) www.jbl.com  
M O D E L S :  
IS5, IS6, IS8, IS6C, IS8C, IS6DT,  
DESIGN GOAL: Combine the superior performance of traditional  
JBL loudspeakers with the convenience of in-wall installation.  
NOTE: For new-construction applications, be sure to  
purchase the correct rough-in frame kit.  
TWEETER TYPE: Titanium-laminate-dome with swivel mount  
© 2005 Harman International Industries, Incorporated.  
All rights reserved.  
WOOFER TYPE  
:
Titanium-laminate cone with rubber surround  
CROSSOVER NETWORK:Straight-Line Signal Path (SSP)  
Part Nos. 406-000-05371-E 170-1034  
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE:Studio Monitor  
 

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