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Document Number: 950-0045-001
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Step 1 Connecting the speaker system to the computer:
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If you have an integrated sound solution or a stereo sound card; connect the green connector from the subwoofer into
the green jack on the computer.
If you have a multi-channel sound card; connect the green connector from the subwoofer into the green jack on the
computer.
If you have a portable computer; connect the green connector from the subwoofer into the headphone jack on the
computer.
Step 2 Plug the orange connector from the right/control satellite into the orange jack on the subwoofer.
Step 3 Plug the brown connector from the left satellite into the brown jack on the subwoofer.
Step 4 Plug the AC power supply jack into the subwoofer.
Step 5 Plug the AC plug into the wall outlet.
Step 6 Turn on the speaker set and adjust the volume accordingly.
Placement of speakers
The speakers are magnetically shielded and can be placed close to a computer monitor without distorting the image. For
optimal stereo imaging, separate the speakers from each other by a distance equal to your distance from the speakers.
The subwoofer’s sound is non-directional; therefore, it does not have to be placed in any particular relationship to the satellites.
The subwoofer is magnetically shielded and can be placed on the desktop, if desired. If the subwoofer is placed too close to a
computer monitor it can cause vibration on the monitor screen.
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Using the speaker system
On/Off Switch
An on/off switch is located on the rear of the subwoofer.
There is a green LED located on bottom of each of the two satellite speakers. There is also a green LED located on the
bottom-back of the subwoofer. All three LEDs should illuminate when the system is connected correctly and receiving
power. Turn the speaker off if it will not be used for a long period.
Volume Control
The volume control can be found on the front of the control/right satellite speaker.
Touching the right + button on the front of this speaker will turn up the volume setting in increments of 2.0 dB per step. If
the button is continuously touched, after 0.5 seconds the volume level will constantly increase at a rate of 5 dB per second.
Touching the left - button on the front of the right speaker will turn down the volume setting in increments of 2.0 dB per
step. If the button is continuously touched, after 0.5 seconds the volume level will constantly decrease at a rate of 5 dB per
second until the system is muted.
The JBL CREATURE will retain the volume setting when it is turned off so that when the speaker system is turned back on,
it will restore the last volume setting.
Muting
Touching the left and right buttons simultaneously on the front of the right speaker will mute the audio. Power will remain
on (both speakers’ LED’s remain illuminated). When muted, touching either the left button or the right button, or both
buttons simultaneously will restore volume to the level prior to the activation of the mute function.
Controls on the Subwoofer
Bass - Turn the knob marked Bass clockwise to increase the subwoofer level or counterclockwise to decrease the subwoofer
level.
Treble – Turn the knob marked Treble clockwise to increase the treble level or counterclockwise to decrease the treble level.
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Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE PROBLEM
SOLUTION
NOTE
No sound from Speakers
No power to unit.
Make sure wall power
outlet or power strip has
power. Make sure all
switches for outlet/power
strip are on and that all
switches for speaker
system are on.
Check green power LED on
the sub. Are the LED’s on?
If the sub’s led is not on,
power is not getting to your
speaker system. Try the
solutions shown.
Is the control/right satellite of
your Creature plugged in
correctly?
Ensure that the control
speaker connector is
pushed in properly.
Remove the control /right
speaker connector from
the subwoofer, then re-
connect this cable
There is an LED located in
the bottom of each of the
two satellite speakers.
These should both be lit. If
they are, your speakers are
both plugged in correctly.
ensuring that the
connector is pushed in
properly.
Distortion (static, crackling
or hissing sounds)
Noise may be caused by
interference from the
monitor.
Turn monitor off to see if
noise is eliminated. Move
speaker cables farther
away from monitor.
Speaker is being overdriven
by an amplified audio
source.
Ensure that speaker is
connected to the
appropriate receptacle.
Check color-coding on
connectors when making
connections. Make sure
that all signal cables are
inserted snugly into
receptacles.
Volume level on sound card
may be too high.
Check volume of sound
card via Windows Volume
Control.
Sound card or audio source
material may be cause of
problem.
Check speakers with
another audio source.
Disconnect speaker input
cable (green connector)
from sound card and plug
into CD ROM headphone
jack. If static is eliminated,
troubleshoot the soundcard.
Check the speaker control
settings.
Set each of the two knobs
(treble, bass level) on front
of the subwoofer back the
their center /nominal
positions.
Too much bass or treble.
Bass/Treble level is set too
high
Turn Bass/Treble down or
return their settings to the
center position.
Subwoofer emits a loud
hum or buzzing noise.
Input cables not plugged in
properly
Check input cable
connection
Speaker system
experiences radio
frequency interference or
picks up a radio station
Input cable may be picking
up interference
Wrap up excess input
cable in order to make as
short as possible
Purchase a ferrite clamp
and attach over input
cable. A clamp can be
purchased at your local
electronics store
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SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer
Model
Harman International
Creature
Drivers (satellite)
Drivers (subwoofer)
Power (satellite)
Odyssey Plus
One 4. 5 inch Magnum woofer
9 watts per satellite at 10% THD
Power (subwoofer)
Crossover Frequency (subwoofer)
27 watts at 10% THD
180 Hz
Dimensions
Width:
Satellite
Subwoofer
3.0 inches
9.0 inches
Depth:
Height:
Satellite
Subwoofer
3.0 inches
9.0 inches
Satellite
Subwoofer
3.0 inches
10 inches
Input Impedance
5-10kOhm
Signal-to-Noise ratio
Frequency Response
Input Sensitivity
USA/Canada Power
Maximum Power Consumption
UL/CUL/CE Approved
>70dB
35 – 20 kHz
300-400 mV rms for rated power output
120 volts, 60Hz AC
120 watts
Regulatory
FCC Statement and Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
a) Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER COULD VOID THE USER AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT
UNDER FCC RULES.
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