JBL SDP-40 manual

SYNTHESIS SDP-40 DIGIT AL SURR OUND PR OCESSOR/CONTR OLLER USER GUIDE[...]

12. Use only with the car t, stand, tr ipod, brack et, or table specified b y the manuf acturer , or sold with the apparatus. When a ca rt is used, use caution when mo ving the car t/apparatus combination to av oid injury from tip-over . IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. K eep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4.[...]

JBL SIS Products Gr oup 8500 Balboa Boule vard Nor thr idge, CA 91329 250 Cross wa ys P ar k Drive W oodbur y , NY 11797 800-336-4JBL Pa rt No . 070-14991 | Rev 2 | 06/03 DOCUMENT A TION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety , installation, and operating instructions for the SDP-40 Digital Surround Processor/ Cont roller . It is impor t[...]

Introduction JBL ii Section 1: Getting Started About the SDP-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Highlights Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Control Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Section 2: Basic Operation Front Panel [...]

Introduction SDP-40 iii Section 3: SETUP (continued) TRIGGER SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48 LOCK OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-50 Section 4: AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 BASS • TREBLE •[...]

Introduction JBL iv ENGLISH IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Sav e these instructions for later use. •F ollow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. • Alwa ys use with the correct line v oltage. Refer to the manufacturer’ s operating instructions fo r the power requirements. Be advised that different oper ating v oltages require the [...]

Introduction SDP-40 v ESP AÑOL INSTRUCCIONES IMPOR T ANTES DE SEGURID AD Guarde esta instrucciones para uso posterior. •U tilice siempre el voltaje correcto. Diríjase a las instrucciones de operación del fabricante para obtener las especificaciones de potencia. Esté al tanto de que voltajes de operación distintos requieren el uso de cables y[...]

Introduction JBL vi IT ALIANO IMPORT ANTI NORME DI SICUREZZA Conservare le presenti norme per l’utilizzo futuro. • Osservare tutte le istruzioni e le avvertenze apposte sull’unità. • Utilizzare esclusivamente con la tensione di rete corretta. Consultare le istr uzioni operativ e for nite dal fabbricante per i dati riguardanti la tensione e[...]

Introduction SDP-40 vii D ANSK VIGTIG INFORMA TION OM SIKKERHED Gem denne vejledning til senere brug. •F øl g alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet. • Apparatet skal altid tilsluttes den korrekte spænding. Der henvises til brugsanvisningen, der indeholder specifikationer for strø mforsyning. Der gøres opmærksom på, at ved va ri eren[...]

Introduction JBL viii NORSK VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET Ta va re på denne veiledningen f or senere br uk. •F øl g alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt på apparatet. • Apparatet skal alltid anv endes med korrekt spenning. Produktbeskrivelsen inneholder spesifikasjoner for strø mkrav . Vær oppmer ksom på at det v ed ulike drift[...]

Introduction SDP-40 ix Unpacking and Inspection After unpacking the unit, save all packing materials in case the unit ever needs to be shipped. Thoroughly inspect the modules and packing materials for signs of damage. Report any damage to the carrier at once; report equipment malfunction to the dealer . Auspacken und Überprüfung Bewahren Sie nach[...]

1 Getting Started About the SDP-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Highlights • Product Registration Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Do • Do Not Remote Control Batter y Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5[...]

Getting Started JBL 1-2 ABOUT THE SDP-40 Thank you for purchasing the SDP-40 Digital Controller , a reference- quality , 12-channel audio and video control center with independent zone monitoring to provide control of input source selection in three zones at the same time. As flexible as it is powerful, the SDP-40 includes 12 configurable inputs, e[...]

Getting Started SDP-40 1-3 Complementing its pristine audio performance, the SDP-40 includes two broadcast-quality video switchers. An ultra-wide bandwidth component video switcher accepts analog component or RGB video signals, while a composite and S-video switcher accepts high-quality NTSC, P AL, or SECAM video signals. The component video switch[...]

Getting Started JBL 1-4 INST ALLA TION CONSIDERA TIONS The SDP-40 requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance. Pay particular attention to the bulleted items that begin below and to other precautions that appear throughout this user guide. DO • Install the SDP-40 on a solid, flat, level surface such as a table , shelf,[...]

Getting Started SDP-40 1-5 REMOTE CONTROL BA TTERY INST ALLA TION The remote control requires two AA batteries that should be replaced as needed. It is recommended to use Alkaline batteries, which last longer without leaking. When the batteries are low on power , the remote control enters a low-voltage condition that prevents it from op erating the[...]

2 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Rear Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Remote Control Over view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Operation Considerations • MAIN MENU • Menu Navigation ?[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-2 FRONT P ANEL OVERVIEW 1 2 4 5 7 6 8 10 12 9 11 3 Red LED Amber LED IR Receiver Blue LED[...]

Receives infrared commands from the SDP-40 remote control. There are three LEDs located in this area as shown below . An amber LED blinks when a remote control command is received. A red LED lights when the A/D converters are overloading. And, a blue LED lights when the SDP-40 is powered on and activated – even if the FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y menu S[...]

above appears on the on-screen and front panel displays. These graphs illustrate the position at which the current Zone 2 or Record Zone volume level falls within the –80 to +12dB volume range. 3. Release the selected Zone 2 or Record Zone input selection button when Zone 2 or Record Zone volume level has been set. Note: Remote control input sele[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-5 8. Main Zone Off Button Deactivates the Main Zone. 9. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons Selects the input in Zone 2. When an input is selected, an amber LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When Zone 2 is deactivated, pressing a Zone 2 input selection button activates Zone 2 and selects the corresponding i[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-6 8 3 15 5 13 14 12 1 11 6 10 16 9 2 4 7[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-7 When a 5.1-channel analog source is present in the Main Zone and the INPUT SETUP menu ZONE2 IN or RECORD IN param- eter is set to DMIX, only the (L) and (R) input signals are sent to the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors. Input Connector(s) Output Connector(s) (L) & (R) Front L/R (C) Center (SUB) Subwoofer[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-8 Rear Panel Overview (continued from page 2-7) 10. Main Zone V ideo Output Connectors Provide video output in the Main Zone. T wo composite video connectors, two S-video connectors, and one component video connector (BNC) are available. The composite and S-video connectors labeled 1 (OSD) incorporate the on-screen display . N[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-9 REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW The SDP-40 remote control provides full operation of the SDP-40, performing commands such as menu navigation that are not available from the front panel. The command matrix that begins on page 2-14 indicates the commands remote control buttons perform when each command bank is activated. The number[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-10 Button Navigation Command(s) MAIN MENU The MAIN MENU represents the beginning of the menu structure. It can be used to open the three main menu branches: MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP. MENU NA VIGA TION The remote control MENU and arrow buttons must be used to navigate the extensive menu structure shown in the Appe[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-11 MENU ITEM SELECTION The remote control arrow buttons must be used to select menu items. MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP SETUP SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS OFF , 1 to 60ms DISPLA Y SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y A/V SYNC DELA Y OFF CUST[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-12 To select a parameter setting with a horizontal graph: 1. When the horizontal graph appears, press the  and  arrow buttons to increase and decrease the setting in designated increments. The current setting appears at the right of the parameter name on the on-screen and front panel displays. 2. When the desired adjustm[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-13 DVD -1 DVD-2 L D TV CD T APE TU NER MENU PVR SAT FP BLUE OSD VCR AUX GAME MAIN SHIFT STA T 7 / 5 2 CH MUTE MUSIC ZONE REC L I G H T MODE VOL Shift Record Zone Main Zone Button Zone 2 1 2 3 4 1 Activates and deactivates standby mode when the SDP-40 is powered on with the rear panel power switch. The standby button perform[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-14 Button Main Zone Zone 2 Record Zone Shift Selects the SA T input for the Main Zone. Selects the VCR input for the Main Zone. Selects the SA T input for Zone 2. Selects the VCR input for Zone 2. Selects the SA T input for the Record Zone. Selects the VCR input for the Record Zone. Selects the PVR input for the Main Zone. Sel[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-15 DVD -1 DVD-2 L D TV CD T APE TU NER MENU PVR SAT FP BLUE OSD VCR AUX GAME MAIN SHIFT STA T 7 / 5 2 CH MUTE MUSIC ZONE REC L I G H T MODE VOL Button Zone 2 Record Zone Shift Main Zone 5 7 6 9 8 10 T oggles the FRONT P ANEL DISPLAY menu ST A TUS parameter between ALW AYS OFF and its current setting. T oggles the ON- SCREEN[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-16 DVD -1 DVD-2 L D TV CD T APE TU NER MENU PVR SAT FP BLUE OSD VCR AUX GAME MAIN SHIFT STA T 7 / 5 2 CH MUTE MUSIC ZONE REC L I G H T MODE VOL Button Main Zone Zone 2 Record Zone Shift Displays the Main Zone two-line status for 2 seconds. Displays the Record Zone two-line status for 2 seconds. Opens and closes the status menu[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-17 DVD -1 DVD-2 L D TV CD T APE TU NER MENU PVR SAT FP BLUE OSD VCR AUX GAME MAIN SHIFT STA T 7 / 5 2 CH MUTE MUSIC ZONE REC L I G H T MODE VOL Button Main Zone Zone 2 Record Zone Shift 16 Selects the THX mode family for the current input source. Selects the Dolby mode family for the current input sour ce. Reserved for futu[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-18 3. When the INPUT SETUP menu ZONE2 IN or RECORD IN parameter is set to ANLG, the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors are not available when the 5.1a BYP ASS listening mode is activated. However , it is possible to have a 5.1-channel analog audio source present in the Main Zone and a digital audio source present in[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-19 Record Zone T wo-Line Status Opens on the on-screen and front panel displays whenever the SDP-40 detects a Record Zone status change. The Record Zone two-line status indicates the current input, input source, and volume level selected in the Record Zone. The ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y menu ST A TUS parameter can be used to contr[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-20 page, pressing the ST A T button again will close the menu. If this occurs, begin again with step 1. 3. When the desired status menu page has been opened, press the remote control  and  arrow buttons to scroll upward and downward through all status menu parameters included on the open page. 4. Press the ST A T button [...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-21 D ST A TUS •P rovides information about Dolby Digital sources. • Includes L, C, R, SL, SR, and LFE level meters. Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input MODE The current listening mode CHANNELS 3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0 BIT RA TE 32 to 640kbps EX ENCODING ON, OFF SAMPLE RA TE 48kHz 2.0 ENCODING [...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-22 5.1 ANALOG ST A TUS •P rovides information about 5.1-channel analog sources. • Includes L, C, R, SL, SR, and LFE level meters. Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input MODE The current listening mode INPUT TYPE ANLG SAMPLE RA TE 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz Refer to page 2-24 for status menu parameter descr[...]

Basic Operation SDP-40 2-23 ST A TUS MENU P ARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 2.0 ENCODING MA TRIX, NONE Indicates whether or not a matrix-encoded source is detected. When the parameter setting is MA TRIX, a matrix-encoded source is detected. When the parameter setting is NONE, a matrix-encoded source is not detected. The SDP-40 cannot automatically detect mat[...]

Basic Operation JBL 2-24 INPUT Indicates the current input (i.e. DVD1). INPUT TYPE ANLG, BYP , PCM, --- Indicates the input source that is present. When the parameter setting is ANLG, an analog audio source is present and the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYP ASS parameter is set to OFF . When the parameter setting is BYP , an analog audio source is present[...]

3 SETUP SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 INPUT SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Changing Input Names • Assigning Audio & Video Input Connectors • Selecting Preferred Listening Modes • Configuring Advanced Input Settings [...]

SETUP JBL 3-2 SETUP Selecting the MAIN MENU SETUP option opens the SETUP menu shown below , which can be used to configure the SDP-40. INPUTS Prompts the selection of the desired input (i.e. DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu, which can be used to change input names, assign audio and video input connectors, select pr[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-3 LOCK OPTIONS Opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which can be used to protect MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP menu branch parameter settings from accidental changes. Refer to page 3-50 for more information. INPUT SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of the desired input (i.e. DVD1). Selecting an input [...]

SETUP JBL 3-4 CHANGING INPUT NAMES Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu NAME option opens the INPUT NAME menu shown below , which can be used to customize or restore the factory-default name of the selected input. Factory-default input names correspond to front panel and remote control input selection button labels. NAME DVD1 INPUTS SETUP EDIT INPUT NAME[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-5 •P ress the  arrow button to return to the previous character space. When the cursor is positioned in the first character space, pressing the  arrow button will close the EDIT INPUT NAME drop-down menu. 4. When the desired input name has been entered, press the  arr ow button until the EDIT INPUT NAME drop-down menu clos[...]

SETUP JBL 3-6 ASSIGNING AUDIO & VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS The SDP-40 has 12 configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to its 13 digital audio, 8 analog audio, 5 composite video, 8 S-video, or 4 component video input connectors. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to assign audio and video input conne[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-7 When no digital audio input connector is assigned, the SDP-40 automatically sets the: • MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT parameter to ANALOG •I NPUT SETUP menu ZONE2 IN parameter to ANLG •I NPUT SETUP menu RECORD IN parameter to ANLG ANALOG IN ANALOG-1 to 8, 5.1 ANLG (6-8), NONE Opens the ANALOG IN menu shown below , which can be u[...]

ON OFF SETUP JBL 3-8 ANLG IN L VL AUTO, -18 to +12dB Opens the ANLG IN L VL menu shown above, which can be used to adjust 2-channel analog audio input levels for the selected input. Despite attempts at standardization, analog sources still have a wide range of input levels. T o compensate for this, the SDP-40 allows independent input level adjustme[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-9 AUTO ON, OFF Activates automatic adjustment of 2-channel analog audio input levels. When ON is selected, the SDP-40 automatically monitors and optimizes 2-channel analog audio input levels. When the input signal is too high, the SDP-40 quickly decreases input levels to avoid overload. When the input signal is too low , the SDP-40 s[...]

SETUP JBL 3-10 VIDEO IN COMPOSITE-1 to 5, S-VIDEO-1 to 8, NONE Opens the VIDEO IN menu shown below , which can be used to assign a composite or S-video input connector for the selected input. Note: • Composite video output connectors are available when a composite or S-video source is present. • S-video output connectors are available when an S[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-11 SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES The SDP-40 allows the selection of four preferred listening modes for each Main Zone input, including one listening mode each for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, dts(-ES), and 5.1-channel analog sources. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to select preferred lis[...]

SETUP JBL 3-12 Selecting Preferr ed Listening Modes (continued from page 3-11) MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP SETUP SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS INPUT SETUP DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SA T VCR CD PVR GAME T APE TUNER AUX INPUTS DVD1 DVD1 INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN [...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-13 was activated the last time a 2-channel source was present. The SDP-40 will not activate a listening mode unless a 44.1 or 48kHz PCM digital source is present. The listening modes are not compatible with 88.2 or 96kHz, Dolby Digital, or analog sources. Note: When the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST , the SDP-40 will not activate[...]

SETUP JBL 3-14 CONFIGURING ADV ANCED INPUT SETTINGS The SDP-40 allows the assignment of one digital and one analog audio input connector for each input. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to control the interaction of these connectors, as well as other advanced Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone input setting[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-15 Parameter Possible Settings INPUT SELECT DIGIT AL, ANALOG, AUTO ANALOG BYP ASS ON, OFF S-VIDEO 16:9 AUTO, OFF S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 ON, OFF COMPONENT OSD ON, OFF INPUT SELECT DIGIT AL, ANALOG, AUTO Controls the interaction of the digital and analog audio input connectors assigned for the selected Main Zone input. The table on the next p[...]

DIGIT AL ANALOG AUTO SETUP JBL 3-16 Configuring Advanced Input Settings (continued from page 3-15) INPUT SELECT Parameter Settings The SDP-40 sends the assigned digital audio input connector to the Main Zone audio output connectors. The SDP-40 ignores the assigned analog audio input connector. Note the following: • When an incompatible digital so[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-17 S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 ON, OFF Controls the on-screen display aspect ratio when the display device is connected to a Main Zone S-video output connector . Aspect ratio refers to the size of the picture or the display device screen. A 4:3 aspect ratio is almost square. A 16:9 aspect ratio, often referred to as widescreen, is almost twice a[...]

DMIX (Downmix) DIGIT AL SETUP JBL 3-18 Configuring Advanced Input Settings (continued from page 3-17) ANLG (Analog) ZONE2 & RECORD IN Parameter Settings The SDP-40 sends the assigned digital audio input connector to the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors. The SDP-40 ignores the assigned analog audio input connector. Independent zone [...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-19 RECORD ADV ANCED Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu RECORD ADV ANCED option opens the RECORD ADV menu shown above, which can be used to configure advanced Record Zone input settings. All RECORD ADV menus are shown in the Appendix on page A-8. The parameters on the left side of the RECORD ADV menus are identical regardless of which inp[...]

SETUP JBL 3-20 Configuring Advanced Input Settings (continued from page 3-19) ANLG IN L VL -18 to +12dB Allows adjustment of analog audio input levels for input signals sent to the Record Zone digital audio output connectors. The SDP-40 applies these adjustments to input signals before passing them to the Record Zone digital audio output connectors[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-21 SPEAKER SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu SPEAKERS option opens the SPEAKER SETUP menu shown below , which can be used to configure the Main Zone audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup. The Main Zone includes 10 unbalanced audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Subwoofer L/R, Side L/R, and Rear L/R. T [...]

Custom Speaker Setups Selecting the CROSSOVER SETUP menu CUSTOM SETUP option opens the CUSTOM SETUP menu shown above, which can be used to assign independent crossover points for each Main Zone audio output connector . Crossover points can be selected in 10Hz increments within a 30 to 120Hz range. With the exception of THX 80Hz, all crossover point[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-23 Highpass Filter Lowpass Filter 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k dB 0 0 -12 -24 -36 -48 0 0 -60 Hz Highpass filters attenuate low-frequency signals at 24dB per octave. The curves in the graph above indicate the frequency response of each crossover point. From left to right, the curves represent crossover points from 30 to 120Hz. This graph [...]

SETUP JBL 3-24 SYNTHESIS 7CH Speaker Setups Selecting the CROSSOVER SETUP menu SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP option opens the SYNTHESIS 7CH SPEAKER SETUP screen shown above, which indicates that pressing the  arr ow button will auto- matically configure the Main Zone audio output connectors for a SYNTHESIS 7CH speakers setup. When the Synthesis 7 Channel [...]

SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP Menu Default Setting Default Setting Possible Settings Possible Settings CUSTOM SETUP Menu Parameter SETUP SDP-40 3-25 Speaker Setup Parameters SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SET CROSSOVERS SPEAKERS SETUP OR CUSTOM SETUP SET CROSSOVERS SPEAKERS SETUP The table below indicates the speaker setup parameters that can be used to configure the M[...]

REAR L/R SPEAKERS FULL 30Hz 40Hz 50Hz 60Hz 70Hz 80Hz THX 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120H NONE SUB XOVER FULL 30Hz 40Hz 50Hz 60Hz 70Hz 80Hz THX 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz SETUP JBL 3-26 Setting Crossover Points (continued from page 3-25) FRONT L/R FULL, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Fro[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-27 When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, the FRONT L/R parameter cannot be adjusted. The SDP-40 automatically applies a 80Hz crossover point to the Front L/R output connectors. CENTER FULL, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Center. When a custom speaker se[...]

SETUP JBL 3-28 REAR L/R FULL, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Rear L/R. When a custom speaker setup is selected, the REAR L/R parameter opens the REAR L/R SPEAKERS menu shown on page 3-26, which can be used to select a crossover point for the Rear L/R output connectors. • Sel[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-29 SUB L/R MONO, STEREO, NONE Configures the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer L/R for a speaker setup that includes one, two, or no subwoofer(s). When a custom speaker setup is selected, the SUB L/R parameter opens the SUBWOOFERS L/R menu shown on page 3-26, which can be used to select the desired configuration for [...]

SETUP JBL 3-30 LFE ON, OFF Activates and deactivates the Main Zone audio output connector labeled LFE. When a custom speaker setup is selected: • Select ON to activate the LFE output connector, configuring the Main Zone audio output connectors for a 7.1-channel speaker setup. The SDP-40 sends LFE information to the LFE output connector . LFE CUST[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-31 UL TRA2 SUB ON, OFF Select ON if the subwoofer using the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R is THX Ultra2-certified. When ON is selected, the BGC parameter can be used to adjust boundar y gain compensation. Select OFF if the subwoofer using the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R is not THX[...]

SETUP JBL 3-32 CALIBRA TING SPEAKER DIST ANCES & OUTPUT LEVELS The SDP-40 offers manual calibration of speaker distances and output levels. Calibration helps to ensure accurate output signal arrival time and level at the primary listening position. However , it is not a substitute for proper speaker placement. Before calibrating speaker distanc[...]

Output Level Settings Default Setting Default Setting Possible Settings Possible Settings Speaker Distance Settings Parameter FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE LEFT REAR LEFT REAR RIGHT SIDE RIGHT MONO SUB* SUB RIGHT LFE UNITS +0.0ft +0.0dB -18.0 to +12.0dB -18.0 to +12.0dB -18.0 to +12.0dB -18.0 to +12.0dB -18.0 to +12.0dB +0.0dB +0.0dB +0.0dB +0[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-34 MANUAL CALIBRA TION Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu MANUAL option opens the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu shown below , which can be used to manually calibrate speaker distances and output levels. The table below indicates available manual calibration options. MANUAL SPEAKERS SETUP Details Manual Options SPEAKER DIST ANCES INTERNAL N[...]

SETUP JBL 3-35 Performing Manual Speaker Distance Calibration Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu SPEAKER DIST ANCES option opens the SPEAKER DIST ANCES menu shown below , which can be used to manually calibrate speaker distances. SPEAKER DIST ANCES MANUAL SPEAKERS SETUP To manually calibrate speaker distances: 1. Follow the menu path shown abo[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-36 Performing Manual Output Level Calibration Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRA TION option opens the LEVELS CALIBRA TION menu shown below , which can be used to manually calibrate output levels. LEVELS CALIBRA TION MANUAL SPEAKERS SETUP Note the following: • It is recommended to use a Sound Pressure Level (SPL[...]

SETUP JBL 3-37 Performing Manual Output Level Calibration (continued from page 3-36) INTERNAL NOISE TEST Opens the INTERNAL NOISE message shown on the previous page, which indicates that the internal noise test generates loud calibration noise signals. When the INTERNAL NOISE message opens: •P ress the  arrow button to open the SPEAKER LEVEL A[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-38 Note: The internal noise and DACS CALIBRA TON modes will turn on TRIGGER1 . DACS CALIBRA TION Selecting DACS CALIBRA TION accesses the SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST menu (pictured on page 3-36). DACS CALIBRA TION requires an external noise source. In JBL Synthesis systems, this source is the JBL Digital Acoustical Calibration System (DACS?[...]

SETUP JBL 3-39 SETTING BASS PEAK LIMITERS Selecting the LEVELS CALIBRA TION menu BASS PEAK LIMITERS option opens the BASS PEAK LIMITERS menu shown below , which can be use d to set amplitude limits for low-frequency signals sent to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R and LFE as well as low-frequency signals redirected to oth[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-40 CAL NOISE ON, OFF Determines whether bass peak limiters are set with an internal or external calibration source. When ON is selected, the SDP-40 activates an internal calibration noise signal to set bass peak limiters. When OFF is selected, the SDP-40 deactivates the internal calibration noise signal. Setting bass peak limiters re[...]

SETUP JBL 3-41 REAR P ANEL CONFIG Selecting the SETUP menu REAR P ANEL CONFIG option opens the REAR P ANEL CONFIG menu shown below , which can be used to configure the analog audio input connectors as eight stereo connectors or as five stereo and one 5.1-channel connectors. REAR P ANEL CONFIG SETUP 8 STEREO INPUTS Select the 8 STEREO INPUTS option [...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-42 DISPLA Y SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu DISPLAYS option opens the DISPLA Y SETUP menu shown below , which can be used to customize the on-screen and front panel displays, restore audio/video synchronization, and create and activate a custom unit name. DISPLA YS SETUP Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y R[...]

SETUP JBL 3-43 EDIT CUSTOM NAME Opens the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down menu shown above, which can be used to create a custom unit name. The factory- default unit name is SDP-40. To c r e a te a custom unit name: 1. Follow the EDIT CUSTOM NAME menu path shown above to open the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down menu. 2. When the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down me[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-44 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Selecting the DISPLA Y SETUP menu ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option opens the ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y menu shown below , which can be used to customize the on-screen display . ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y DISPLA YS SETUP DISPLA Y SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y A/V SYNC DELA Y OFF CUSTOM NAME OFF EDIT CUSTOM NAME MAIN ME[...]

SETUP JBL 3-45 On-Screen Display (continued from page 3-44) POSITION TOP , CENTER, BOTTOM Controls the vertical alignment of the two-line status on the display device screen. When TOP is selected, the two-line status appears near the top of the display device screen. When CENTER is selected, the two-line status appears centered on the display devic[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-46 FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y Opens the FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y menu shown below , which can be used to customize the front panel display . FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y DISPLA YS SETUP Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings ST A TUS ALW AYS ON AL W A YS ON, 2 SECONDS, AL W A YS OFF BRIGHTNESS 75% 100%, 75%, 50%, 25% ST A TUS AL W A YS ON, 2 S[...]

SETUP JBL 3-47 VOLUME CONTROL SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu VOLUME CONTROLS option opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu shown below , which can be used to configure Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone volume levels. VOLUME CONTROLS SETUP Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings MAIN PWR ON -30dB LAST L VL, -80 to +6dB MUTE LEVEL FULL MUTE -10dB, [...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-48 REC PWR ON LAST L VL, -80 to +6dB Selects the volume level at which the Record Zone activates. When a value is selected, the SDP-40 automatically sets Record Zone REC PWR ON VOLUME CONTROLS SETUP TRIGGER 1 SETUP REMOTE ONL Y OFF DVD1 OFF DVD2 OFF LD OFF TV OFF SA T OFF VCR OFF CD OFF PVR OFF GAME OFF T APE OFF TUNER OFF AUX OFF ZO[...]

SETUP JBL 3-49 T rigger Setup (continued from page 3-48) REMOTE ONL Y ON, OFF Configures the selected trigger output connector for remote operation. Select the ON setting to configure the selected connector for remote operation. Select the OFF setting to configure the selected connector for program operation. Refer to the Program Operation Paramete[...]

SETUP SDP-40 3-50 When configured for program operation, the connector activates when the associated inputs or listening modes are activated and deactivates when the associated inputs or listening modes are deactivated. Note the following: • Connectors can be associated with individual Main Zone inputs and listening modes, as well as the Zone 2 a[...]

SETUP JBL 3-51 SETUP LOCKED, UNLOCKED Protects SETUP menu branch settings from accidental changes. When LOCKED is selected, SETUP m enu branch settings cannot be adjusted. When UNLOCKED is selected, SETUP menu branch settings can be adjusted. Note the following: • When the MODES parameter is set to LOCKED, the up and down arrows can still be used[...]

4 AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Bass • T reble • Tilt EQ • Loudness • Balance • Fader • Zone2 Balance • Record Balance[...]

• The BASS, TREBLE, TIL T EQ, LOUDNESS, BALANCE, and FADER parameters affect the Main Zone audio output connectors. This includes all Main Zone inputs and listening modes, except the 5.1a BYP ASS and 2CH BYP ASS listening modes. • The ZONE2 BALANCE parameter affects the Zone 2 audio output connectors, including all Zone 2 inputs. • The REC BA[...]

AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-40 4-3 BASS -6.0 to +6.0 Controls the amount of low-frequency boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. The graph shown at the right indicates the frequency response of all BASS parameter settings. Note: When the Shift command bank is activated: •P ressing t[...]

AUDIO CONTROLS JBL 4-4 TREBLE -6.0 to +6.0 Controls the amount of boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R and Center. The graph shown at the right indicates the frequency response of all TREBLE parameter settings. Note: When the Shift command bank is activated: •P ressing the PVR button increases the TREBLE[...]

AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-40 4-5 TIL T EQ -3.0 to +3.0 Controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. This parameter setting affects the entire frequency spectrum with a hinge point at 1kHz. As the setting increases, frequencies higher than 1kHz are boosted while[...]

AUDIO CONTROLS JBL 4-6 LOUDNESS ON, OFF Controls the amount of low-frequency boost that is automatically applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. When ON is selected, loudness compensation is automatically applied based on volume level. As volume level increases, the amount of low-frequency[...]

AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-40 4-7 BALANCE L< to <|> to >R Controls the left-to-right balance of the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R. Note: When the Shift command bank is activated: •P ressing the MENU button centers the Main Zone BALANCE parameter. •P ressing the  and  arrow buttons adjusts the Main Zone BALANCE pa[...]

5 MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Listening Mode Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters • Mode Buttons • Mode Family Selection Buttons Listening Mode Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-2 MODE ADJUST Selecting the MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST option opens the MODE ADJUST menu shown at the left, which prompts the selection of the desired listening mode. Selecting a listening mode opens the corresponding listening mode menu, which can be used to customize the selected listening mode. These adjustments are applied the next[...]

• If the DVD1 input is selected while a 2-channel source is present, the SDP-40 will automatically activate the FILM listening mode. If a 5.1-channel analog source becomes present, the SDP-40 will automatically activate the 5.1a FILM listening mode. • If the CD input is selected while a Dolby Digital sour ce is present, the SDP-40 will automati[...]

2-Channel Dolby Digital dts(-ES) 5.1-Channel Analog Button Input Source MODE ADJUST JBL 5-4 MODE BUTTONS The front panel and remote control Mode buttons can be used to audition listening modes with the current Main Zone input source. Pressing the Mode  or + button scrolls upward through listening modes available for the current Main Zone input s[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-5 LISTENING MODE DESCRIPTIONS The SDP-40 offers an assortment of listening modes for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, dts(-ES), and analog sources. Listening mode descriptions begin below and continue in the order shown on the MODE ADJUST menu. The table included with each description indicates the corresponding listening mode menu pa[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-6 TV •A proprietary listening mode. • Similar to the FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for broadcast sources. • Designed for enhanced playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix- encoded broadcast sources. •R ecommended for 2-channel stereo or matrix-encoded broadcast sources. Default Possible Parameter Setting Set[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-7 MUSIC SURR •A proprietary listening mode. • Similar to the MUSIC SURROUND listening mode available in other JBL products. • Designed for enhanced playback of 2-channel stereo music sources recorded in real spaces and for playback of recordings that contain added reverb. • Extracts ambient sounds from the input source,[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-8 PLII MOVIE • Similar to the PRO LOGIC listening mode, but uses full- frequency stereo surround channels to realistically increase the perceived width of the listening space. • Designed for playback of Dolby Surround-encoded sources. • Decodes five channels from Dolby Surround-encoded sources. •P rovides impressive enhanc[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-9 PRO LOGIC • Designed for playback of Dolby Surround-encoded sources. • Decodes four channels from Dolby Surround-encoded sources. • Uses a mono surround channel with a high-frequency rolloff above 7kHz. •A vailable for comparison purposes, particularly with the FILM, PLII MOVIE, and FILM listening modes. Parameter OUT[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-10 NIGHTCLUB • Designed for playback of “dry” music sources that benefit from the addition of room reflections, especially music sources that lack ambience in the recording. • Generates early reflections to simulate small, intimate listening spaces. • Sends early reflections to the front, side, and rear channels. • Unl[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-11 CHURCH • Uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth, reverberant decay characteristic of small and medium listening spaces with long reverberation time relative to their size, such as churches and chambers. • Unlike other room simulation listening modes, this mode uses a proprietary reverb algorithm that is re[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-12 P ANORAMA • Designed for playback of stereo and matrix-encoded sources. • Uses proprietary algorithms to move the stereo image outward from the front speakers, producing a wider stereo field with greater depth. • Depends on proper location of the primary listening position and front speakers. When the front speakers are p[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-13 To calibrate the P ANORAMA listening mode: 1. Remove all obstructions between the primar y listening position and the speakers. 2. Make sure the distances between the primar y listening position and the speakers are properly measured. T o do this, select one of the following options: • Select the AUTO SPEAKER SETUP menu DI[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-14 PA R T Y • Designed for playback of stereo sources. • Sends stereo sources to all channels. • Recommended for background music. Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS Refer to page 5-32 CUSTOM Refer to page 5-33 Listening mode menu parameter descriptions begin on page 5-34. 2-CHANNEL • Designed for playback of stereo sources. • Send[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-15 MONO SURROUND • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to all channels. Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS Refer to page 5-32 CUSTOM Refer to page 5-33 Listening mode menu parameter descriptions begin on page 5-34. MONO • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to the center channel. Def[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-16 5.1 TV •A proprietary listening mode. • Similar to the 5.1 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for broadcast sources. • Designed for enhanced playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital broadcast sources. •R ecommended for 5.1-channel Dolby Digital broadcast sources. Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings VOCA[...]

5.1-Channel Dolby Digital 5.1-Channel THX Surround EX Dolby Digital (Flagged) 5.1-Channel THX Surround EX Dolby Digital (Non-Flagged) MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-17 5.1 UL TRA2, 5.1 SurEX, & 5.1 Listening mode name differs depending on the encoding present in the input source, the SURROUND EX parameter setting, and the speaker setup. The table below i[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-18 5.1 UL TRA2, 5.1 SurEX, & 5.1 (continued from page 5-17) • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital film sources. • Allows 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources without THX Surround EX encoding. • Applies THX re-equalization to simulate high-frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. [...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-19 5.1 MUSIC • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital music sources. • The 5.1 MUSIC listening mode is not available unless both side and rear speakers are present. • Applies ASA processing to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-31 for more information. • Recom[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-20 DIGIT AL EX & DIGIT AL (continued from page 5-19) Note: The SDP-40 cannot automatically detect Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding in non-flagged 5.1- channel Dolb y D igital sources. A non-flagged input source does not include information in the input signal that identifies Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding. • Designed f[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-21 5.1 2-CHANNEL •D esigned for converting 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input signals into 2-channel LOGIC7-encoded output signals. • Sends downmixed 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input signals to the front speakers and the subwoofer. • Recommended for recording purposes. Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings CENTER MIX +0[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-22 5.1 MONO SURR • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital mono sources. • Sends mono sources to all channels. Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS Refer to page 5-32 CUSTOM Refer to page 5-33 Listening mode menu parameter descriptions begin on page 5-34. 5.1 MONO • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital mono sources. • Sends mono sourc[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-23 FILM & FILM • Listening mode name differs depending on the encoding present in the input source, the DECODING parameter setting, and the speaker setup. Refer to the previous page for more information. •A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for enhanced playback of 5.1-channel dts, 5.1- channel matrix-encoded dts[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-24 MUSIC & MUSIC • Listening mode name differs depending on the encoding present in the input source, the DECODING parameter setting, and the speaker setup. Refer to page 5-22 for more information. •A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for enhanced playback of 5.1-channel dts, 5.1- channel matrix-encoded dts-ES, or 6[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-25 •A pplies THX timbre matching to minimize timbre differences between the front and surround channels, which results in smoother sound movements between them. • Recommended for home theaters with THX-certified speakers. When THX Ultra2 decoding is engaged: • Applies adaptive de-correlation to increase the perceived widt[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-26 MUSIC • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel dts music sources. • The MUSIC listening mode is not available unless both side and rear speakers are present. • Applies ASA processing to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-31 for more information. • Recommended for home theat[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-27 & 2-CHAN • Designed for converting 5.1- or 6.1-channel dts(-ES) input signals into 2-channel LOGIC7-encoded output signals. • Sends downmixed 5.1- or 6.1-channel dts(-ES) input signals to the front speakers and the subwoofer. • Recommended for recording purposes. Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings CENTER M[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-28 5.1a MUSIC •A proprietary listening mode. • Similar to the 5.1a FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music sources. • Designed for enhanced playback of 5.1-channel analog music sources. • Recommended for 5.1-channel analog music sources. Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB +6.0[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-29 • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel analog film sources. • Allows 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel analog sources without THX Surround EX encoding. • Applies THX re-equalization to simulate high-frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. Most films are mixed for movie theaters, and might sound too bright when[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-30 5.1a MUSIC • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel analog music sources. • The 5.1a MUSIC listening mode is not available unless both side and rear speakers are present. • Applies ASA processing to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-31 for more information. Default Possible [...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-31 5.1a 2-CHANNEL • Designed for converting 5.1-channel analog input signals into 2-channel LOGIC7-encoded output signals. • Sends downmixed 5.1-channel analog input signals to the front speakers and the subwoofer. • Recommended for recording purposes, particularly for recording from a DVD-A or multi-channel SACD player t[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-32 2CH BYP ASS • Designed for playback of 2-channel analog sources. • Sends analog audio input signals to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R. These signals receive no internal processing. • The 2CH BYP ASS listening mode is automatically activated whenever a 2-channel analog source is present and the MAI[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-33 CUSTOM Opens the CUSTOM menu shown below , which can be used to compare custom and factory-default versions of the selected listening mode and to restore the factory-default version of the selected listening mode. CUSTOM VS PRESET Allows comparison listening between the custom and factory-default versions of the selected lis[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-34 RESET MODE (continued from page 5-33) 2. When RESET MODE message appears, press the  arrow button to restore the factory-default version of the selected listening mode. Press the  arrow button to close the message without restoring the factory-default version of the selected listening mode. Note: When the CUSTOM menu RESE[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-35 BASS ENHANCE ON, OFF Selecting the ON setting enhances stereo bass, which results in low-frequency reproduction that is less localizable and more realistic in the listening space. The effectiveness of the BASS ENHANCE parameter varies depending on room acoustics and the ability of the surround speakers to reproduce low frequ[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-36 Listening Mode Menu Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-35) CTR WIDTH MIN, 1 to 6, MAX Adjusts the center image. When MIN is selected, the center image is heard from just the center speaker . When MAX is selected, the center image is heard from just the front left and right speakers as a “phantom” center image. Wh[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-37 • The ST A TUS menu includes an SB level meter when the DECODING parameter is set to ON and a 5.1-channel dts source is present or when the DECODING parameter is set to AUTO and a 5.1-channel matrix-encoded or 6.1-channel discrete-encoded dts-ES source is present. EX DECODING AUTO, ON, OFF Controls the Dolby Digital Surrou[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-38 Listening Mode Menu Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-37) LFE OFF , -30 to +12dB Controls the output level of the Main Zone audio output connector labeled LFE. The OUTPUT LEVELS menu does not include the LFE parameter unless an LFE subwoofer is present. LFE MIX -20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB Controls the output level of L[...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-39 OUTPUT LEVELS Opens the OUTPUT LEVELS menu, which can be used to adjust output levels for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Center, Subwoofer L/R, LFE, Side L/R, and Rear L/R. Refer to page 5-32 for more information. P ANORAMA ON, OFF Selecting the ON setting extends the front stereo image to include surround cha[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-40 Listening Mode Menu Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-39) SIZE 4 to 20 or 30m Adjusts listening space length within a 4 to 20 or 30m range (depending on the listening mode). Increase the size of the space to increase the reverb effect. The full parameter range might not be available depending on the BASS RT and MID [...]

MODE ADJUST SDP-40 5-41 SURR ROLLOFF 500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF Applies high-frequency attenuation control to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Side L/R and Rear L/R. This filter is only applied to output signals generated by the SDP-40. SURROUND DL Y 0 to 15ms Increases the perceived depth of the listening space by delaying the arrival time[...]

MODE ADJUST JBL 5-42 Listening Mode Menu Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-41) SURROUND MIX -5 to +5dB Controls the relative level of surround channel information sent to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R. It is recommended to set this parameter to +2 or +3dB for all input sources. VOCAL ENHANCE +6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.[...]

6 Tr oubleshooting & Maintenance T roubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Restoring Factory-Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4[...]

T roubleshooting & Maintenance JBL 6-2 TROUBLESHOOTING The SDP-40 does not power on. 1. Make sure the rear panel power switch is set to the | (“on”) position. 2. Attempt to deactivate standby mode with both the front panel and remote control standby buttons. 3. Examine the power cord to ensure a solid connection between the AC input connect[...]

Tr oubleshooting & Maintenance SDP-40 6-3 A humming sound is present in the audio. 1. If a cable TV connection is present, disconnect the cable from the wall outlet. If this eliminates the humming sound, a ground loop isolation device is required. Contact an authorized Lexicon dealer or the cable provider for assistance. 2. Disconnect component[...]

T roubleshooting & Maintenance JBL 6-4 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The following routine maintenance should be performed on a periodic basis: • Clean the SDP-40 exterior surface with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol, benzene, acetone-based cleaners, or strong commercial cleaners. Do not use a cloth made with steel wool or metal polish. If [...]

Tr oubleshooting & Maintenance SDP-40 6-5 Note: The Mute button must be pressed within 2 seconds of deactivating standby mode. Otherwise, the "MUTE ON" message will appear on the on-screen and front panel displays. If this occurs, too much time has passed. Begin again with step 2. 5. Press the  and  arrow buttons to highlight th[...]

A Appendix Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Menu T rees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5 Installation W orksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Main Zone Audio Per formance (continued) Appendix JBL A-2 SPECIFICA TIONS Audio Input & Output Connectors •8 stereo (RCA) or 5 stereo and one 5.1-channel connectors •6 S/PDIF coaxial (RCA), 6 S/PDIF optical (5 T osLink and 1 optical mini jack), and 1 AES/EBU (XLR) connectors • Coaxial and optical input connectors conform to IEC- 958, S/PD[...]

Microphone Input Connectors Composite & S-video Per formance (continued) Zone 2 & Record Zone Audio Performance (continued) Appendix SDP-40 A-3 • 100 Ω in parallel with 150pF (RCA connectors) •5 0 Ω in parallel with 150pF (XLR connectors, Zone 2 only , SDP-40 Balanced only) Output Impedance • 105dB minimum, 108dB typical, 22kHz ba[...]

Appendix JBL A-4 Specifications (continued from page A-3) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Other •1 power on/off and 2 programmable connectors on detachable screw terminals (+12 VDC, 0.5 amps each) T rigger Outputs •2 9-pin D-sub connectors • 90-250 V AC, 50-60Hz, 90W (universal line input), detachable power cord • Hand-[...]

ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y ST ATUS 2 SECONDS POSITION TOP FORMA T NTSC BACKGROUND ON REMOTE ST ATE ON OFF , 1 to 60ms EDIT CUSTOM NAME SDP-40 ^ WY BUTTONS TO EDIT UP TO 20 CHARACTERS V BUTTON TO ADV ANCE FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y ST ATUS AL WA YS ON BRIGHTNESS 100% 100% 75% 50% 25% Appendix SDP-40 A-5 TRIGGER 1 REMOTE ONL Y OFF DVD1 OFF DVD2 OFF LD OFF TV OFF [...]

Appendix JBL A-6 MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP SETUP SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS INPUT SETUP DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SA T VCR CD PVR GAME T APE TUNER AUX continued from page A-5 DVD1 INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL + 0dB VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONE[...]

INPUT 96kHz 88.2kHz 48kHz 44.1kHz Appendix SDP-40 A-7 MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP SETUP SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS INPUT SETUP DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SA T VCR CD PVR GAME T APE TUNER AUX DVD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 COAX-2 COAX-3 COAX-4 COAX-5 COAX-6 OPTICAL-1 OPTICAL-2 OPTICAL-3 OPTI[...]

Appendix JBL A-8 Menu T r ees (continued from page A-7) DVD1 MAIN ADV INPUT SELECT DIGIT AL ANALOG BYP ASS OFF S-VIDEO 16:9 AUTO S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 ON COMPONENT OSD ON CD MAIN ADV INPUT SELECT DIGIT AL ANALOG BYP ASS OFF S-VIDEO 16:9 AUTO S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 ON COMPONENT OSD ON AUX MAIN ADV INPUT SELECT DIGIT AL ANALOG BYP ASS OFF S-VIDEO 16:9 AUTO S-VIDE[...]

CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 40Hz CENTER 60Hz SIDE L/R 60Hz REAR L/R 60Hz SUB L/R MONO SUB XOVER 40Hz LFE OFF UL TRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA AP ART Appendix SDP-40 A-9 MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP SUBWOOFERS L/R MONO STEREO NONE SETUP SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP ![...]

Appendix JBL A-10 A-10 Appendix A-10 75 to 120dB BASS PEAK LIMITERS CAL NOISE ON L/R LIMITER ON L/R LIMIT ADJ 100dB LFE LIMITER ON LFE LIMIT ADJ 100dB !CAUTION! HIGH AUDIO LEVELS INTERNAL NOISE !CAUTION! HIGH AUDIO LEVELS !CAUTION! MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS BASS +0.0dB TREBLE +0.0dB TIL T EQ +0.0dB LOU[...]

Appendix SDP-40 A-11 A-11 A-11 MODE ADJUST FILM TV MUSIC MUSIC SURR PLII + PLII MOVIE PLII MUSIC PRO LOGIC FILM MUSIC NIGHTCLUB CONCERT HALL CHURCH CA THEDRAL P ANORAMA PA RT Y 2-CHANNEL MONO LOGIC MONO SURROUND MONO 5.1 FILM 5.1 TV 5.1 MUSIC 5.1 * 5.1 MUSIC DIGIT AL* 5.1 2-CHANNEL 5.1 MONO LOGIC 5.1 MONO SURR 5.1 MONO FILM* MUSIC* * MUSIC * 2-CHAN[...]

Appendix JBL A-12 A-12 Appendix A-12 2-CHAN CENTER MIX +0dB SURROUND MIX +0dB CNTR DL Y SAMPLES +0 MASTER LEVEL +0dB LFE MIX +0.0dB DECODING AUTO SUB L/R L VL +0dB CUSTOM 5.1 FILM VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB 5 SPKR ENHANCE ON BASS ENHANCE OFF RE-EQUALIZER ON REAR DL Y OFFSET 15ms COMPRESSION OFF LFE MIX +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM 5.1a RE-EQUALIZER ON SUR[...]

Appendix SDP-40 A-13 A-13 A-13 Selecting the listening mode menu CALIBRA TION, OUTPUT LEVELS, or CUSTOM option opens the corresponding menu shown below . The CALIBRA TION option is available for the P ANORAMA listening mode. The OUTPUT LEVELS and CUSTOM options are available for most listening modes. These menus are identical regardless of which li[...]

Appendix JBL A-14 A-14 Appendix JBL A-14 SURROUND EX AUTO ON OFF VOCAL ENHANCE +6.0dB +3.0dB +0.0dB SOURCE RIGHT LEFT & RIGHT LEFT L< <|> >R INPUT BALANCE SOUND ST AGE FRONT NEUTRAL REAR LFE MIX -20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB -127 +0 +127 LISTENER POSITION LIVENESS 30ms to 20.2s MID RT 24ms to 24.3s ROLLOFF 500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF SURR ROLL[...]

SDP-40 A-15 JBL A-15 A-15 A-15 A-15 Menu T r ees (continued from page A-14) ST ATUS PG1 INPUT MODE CHANNELS BIT RA TE ENCODING LC R S L S RS B LFE XX XX X X X ST ATUS PG2 WORD LENGTH SAMPLE RA TE 0 -6 -15 -30 -45 dB ST ATUS PG1 INPUT MODE CHANNELS BIT RA TE EX ENCODING LC R S L S RS B LFE XX XX X X X ST ATUS PG2 SAMPLE RA TE 2.0 ENCODING DIALOG OFF[...]

Appendix JBL A-16 AUX TUNER T APE GAME PVR CD VCR SA T TV LD DVD2 DVD1 INPUT SETUP MAIN ADV ANCED RECORD ADV ANCED INST ALLA TION WORKSHEET NAME DIGIT AL IN ANALOG IN ANLG IN L VL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 2-CH D INPUT SELECT ZONE2 IN RECORD IN 5.1a ANALOG BYP ASS S-VIDEO 16:9 S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 COMPONENT OSD ANLG IN L VL DIGIT AL BYP ASS DIG OUT RA TE RE[...]

Appendix SDP-40 A-17 LOCK OPTIONS VOLUME CONTROL SETUP REAR P ANEL CONFIG SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DIST ANCES LEVELS CALIBRA TION Installation W orksheet (continued from page A-16) FRONT L/R 1 2 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz OFF CENTER SIDE L/R 1 2 REAR L/R 1 2 SUB L/R 1 2 3 SUB XOVER LFE BGC UL TRA2 SUB MAIN PWR ON SETUP A[...]

Appendix JBL A-18 TRIGGER 2 SETUP TRIGGER 1 SETUP DISPLA Y SETUP AUDIO CONTROLS ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y ST A TUS POSITION FORMA T BACKGROUND ST A TUS BRIGHTNESS REMOTE ST A TE BASS TREBLE TIL T EQ LOUDNESS BALANCE F ADER ZONE2 BALANCE RECORD BALANCE A/V SYNC DELA Y CUSTOM NAME EDIT CUSTOM NAME Circle all parameters set to ON. REMOT[...]

I Index I-1 SYMBOLS & LOGOS Documentation Conventions, ii , see Dolby , see also dts, dts-ES, dts(-ES) , see dts Neo:6 , see ES , see LOGIC7 , see THX NUMBERS 2.0 ENCODING Parameter , 2-21, 2-23 2-CH Parameter , 3-11, 3-12 to 3-13 (menu ill.) , 5-3, A-7 (menu ill.) , A-19 2-CH SURROUND Listening Mode, 5-14, A-15 (menu ill.) 2-CHANNEL Listening [...]

Index I-2 A (continued) AUTO Parameter , 3-8 to 3-9, A-7 B BACKGROUND Parameter , 3-44, 3-45, A-5 BALANCE Parameter , 4-2, 4-7, A-10 BASS CONTENT Parameter , 5-12, 5-34, A-13 BASS ENHANCE Parameter , 5-5, 5-6, 5-7, 5-15, 5-16, 5-23, 5-24, 5-27, 5-28, 5-35, A-13 BASS Parameter , 4-2, 4-3 (frequency-response graph) , A-10 BASS PEAK LIMITERS Menu, 3-3[...]

E EDIT CUSTOM NAME Option, 3-42, 3-43, A-5 EDIT INPUT NAME Option, 3-4 to 3-5 (menu ill.) , A-7 EFFECT L VL Parameter , 5-10, 5-11, 5-12, 5-14, 5-21, 5-36, A-13 DECODING Parameter , 5-23, 5-24, 5-25, 5-26, 5-27, 5-36 to 5-37, A-13 ENCODING Parameter , 2-21, 2-23 EX DECODING Parameter , 5-20, 5-37, A-13 EX ENCODED Parameter , 2-21, 2-23 External Noi[...]

Index I-4 L (continued) FILM Listening Mode, 5-4, 5-5, A-11 (menu ill.) MUSIC Listening Mode, 5-4, 5-6, A-11 (menu ill.) MUSIC SURR Listening Mode, 5-7, A-11 (menu ill.) TV Listening Mode, 5-4, 5-6, A-14 (menu ill.) LOUDNESS Parameter , 4-2, 4-6 (frequency-response graph), A-10 LOW FREQ WIDTH Parameter , 5-12, 5-38, A-11 Lowpass Filter , 3-23 (ill.[...]

P (continued) P ARAMETERS Preferred Listening Mode Selection, 5-3 Selecting, 2-11 to 2-12 POSITION Parameter , 3-44, 3-45, A-5 Power Switch, 2-5 PRE-DELAY Parameter , 5-10, 5-11, 5-39, A-14 Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters 2-CH Parameter , 3-11, 3-12 to 3-13 (menu ill.) , 5-3, A-7 (menu ill.) D Parameter , 3-11, 3-12 (menu ill.) , 3-13[...]

Index I-6 S (continued) SPEAKER SETUP Menu, 3-2, 3-21 to 3-40 (ills.) , A-5 (ill.) , A-9 to A-10 (ills.) SPEAKER SETUP P ARAMETERS ASA, 3-25, 3-31 to 3-32, A-9, BGC, 3-25, 3-31, A-9 CENTER, 3-25, 3-26 (menu ill.) , 3-27, A-9 (menu ill.) , A-20 FRONT L/R, 3-25, 3-26 to 3-27 (menu ill.) , A-9 (menu ill.) LFE, 3-25, 3-30, A-9, A-10 REAR L/R, 3-25, 3-2[...]

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