Lexicon SDP-40 manual

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

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water . 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’ s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sour[...]

Manufactured under license from Dolb y Laborator ies. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby labor a tories. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm, Ltd. © Lucasfilm, Ltd. & TM. Surround EX is a jointly dev eloped technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. and is a trad[...]

iv Introduction JBL Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi Instruções de Segurança Importantes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi Wichtige Sicherheitsanweisungen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii Instrucciones Importantes de Seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . .vii Instructions de Sûreté Importantes . . . . . . . . . .[...]

v Introduction SDP-40 Section 4: The AUDIO CONTROLS Menu AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2 Section 5: The MODE ADJUST Menu MODE ADJUST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2 Listening Mode Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2 OUTPUT LEVELS[...]

ENGLISH IMPORT ANT 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 instructions for the power requirements. Be advised that different operating voltages require the use of a different line co[...]

vii Introduction SDP-40 DEUTSCH WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSANWEISUNGEN Heben Sie sich diese Sicherheitsanweisungen auch für später auf. • Befolgen Sie alle auf der V orrichtung stehenden Anweisungen und Warnungen. • Immer nur mit der richtigen Spannung verwenden! Die Gebrauchsanweisungen des Herstellers informieren Sie über die elektrischen Anforde[...]

viii Introduction JBL FRANÇAIS INSTRUCTIONS DE SÛRETÉ IMPORT ANTES Gardez ces instructions pour réference future. • Observez toutes les instructions et tous les avertissements marqués sur l’appareil. • Branchez uniquements sur un réseau de tension indiquée. Consultez le manuel d’instruction du fabriquant pour les spécifications de c[...]

ix Introduction SDP-40 DANSK VIGTIG INFORMA TION 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 strømforsyning. Der gøres opmærksom på, at ved varierende dri[...]

x Introduction JBL NORSK VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET T a 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 inneholder spesifikasjoner for strømkrav . Vær oppmerksom på at det ved ulike driftsspenninge[...]

xi Introduction SDP-40 Unpacking and Inspection After unpacking the unit, save all packing materials in case you ever need to ship the unit. Thoroughly inspect the modules and packing materials for signs of damage. Report any damage to the carrier at once; report equipment malfunction to your dealer . Desempacotando e Inspeção Depois de desempaco[...]

1 Getting Started Overview ......................................................................................1-2 Highlights .....................................................................................1-3 Using the Documentation .............................................................1-4 Location Considerations ....................[...]

Four 32-bit DSP engines provide enormous processing power . Custom algorithms process 96kHz/24-bit audio in all listening modes. A fifth processor , the Crystal 49326 Audio DSP , decodes multi-channel compressed audio data sources. Three expansion slots make it possible to more than quadruple available processing power . Analog sources are processe[...]

1-3 Getting Started SDP-40 HIGHLIGHTS • 12 channels • 12 configurable inputs • 3 zones • 13 digital audio inputs, including 1 AES/EBU input • 3 subwoofer outputs • 2 auxiliary outputs for future expansion • Dual 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converters for all MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS • 5.1-channel analog input • Analog bypass option [...]

LOCA TION CONSIDERA TIONS The unit requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance. The unit should be installed on a shelf or in a standard 19” equipment rack using the enclosed optional rack-mount kit. Observe the following precautions when installing the unit: • Select a dry , well-ventilated location out of direct su[...]

The MENU arrows navigate through all menus when the MAIN command bank is active (see page 2-8 for more information about command banks). Press the up and down MENU arrows to scroll through menu items. A scroll bar will appear on the right side of the screen when these items exceed the on-screen margins. Press the right MENU arrow to select the high[...]

2 Basic Operation Front Panel ...................................................................................2-2 Rear Panel .....................................................................................2-4 Remote Control ............................................................................2-6 Understanding the Zones ..............[...]

2-2 Basic Operation JBL FRONT P ANEL 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 1 Red LED Blue LED Amber LED IR RECEIVER (Standby) toggles the unit between on and standby . When the unit is on, pressing this button places the unit into standby and lights the red LED on this button. Power is still supplied to the unit when it is in standby . When the unit is in sta[...]

The second press restores the volume in the Main Zone to its original level. Mute level can be set in the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu (see page 3-34). The Mute LED lights whenever mute is activated either manually or automatically by the unit. For example, the unit will briefly activate mute when changing input types or listening modes. Main Input Se[...]

Never make or break connections to the unit unless the power switch and all associated equipment are powered off. AES/EBU CENTER SI DE REAR SUBWOOFER FRONT IR IN L R 5 ZONE 2 VIDEO RS 232 TRIGGER OUTPUTS CA UTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN A TTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE P AS OUVRIR S/PDIF AUDIO AUX L R MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS 2 6 3 4 1 [...]

The MAIN VIDEO OUTPUTS provide video output in the Main Zone. One component (BNC), two composite, and two S-video outputs are available. The component video output is only available when component video inputs are used. Composite video outputs are available when composite or S-video inputs are used. S-video outputs are only available when S-video i[...]

2-6 Basic Operation JBL REAR P ANEL (continued) The MICROPHONE INPUTS are provided for future expansion. Four 3.5mm T/R/S or balanced inputs are available. The TRIGGER OUTPUTS provide DC output. These outputs are available on a 5-pin DIN connector . The PWR trigger is on when the unit is on, and off when the unit is in standby or off. T riggers 1 a[...]

2-7 Basic Operation SDP-40 REMOTE CONTROL The SDP-40 remote control (pictured at the left) provides full operation of the unit, executing functions such as on-screen menu navigation that are not available from the front panel. For best results, make sure the front panel IR Receiver window is not obstructed (see pages 2-2 and 2-6 for illustrations).[...]

2-8 Basic Operation JBL DVD -1 DVD -2 L D TV CD TAPE TUNER 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 1 3 2 T oggles the unit between on and standby . When the unit is on, pressing this button places the unit into standby and lights the red LED on the front panel standby button. When the[...]

2-9 Basic Operation SDP-40 *See Section 4 for more information about these AUDIO CONTROLS menu parameters. DVD -1 DVD -2 L D TV CD TAPE TUNER 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 4 Deactivates the Main Zone. Deactivates Zone 2. Deactivates the Record Zone. Sets LOUDNESS to ON.* Set[...]

2-10 Basic Operation JBL DVD -1 DVD -2 L D TV CD TAPE TUNER 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 5 6 6 7 7 FP BLU E OS D Sets Main Zone volume to -15dB. @@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@ Sets Main Zone volume to -30dB. @@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@[...]

2-11 Basic Operation SDP-40 Scroll through available listening modes in the Main Zone. Pressing the Mode + button selects the previous listening mode; pressing the Mode - button selects the next listening mode. See page 2-17 for more information about mode selection using the Mode + and - buttons. @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@[...]

2-12 Basic Operation JBL ME NU 11 12 T oggles between accessing and exiting the ST A TUS menu.* T oggles between fully muting the volume level in the Main Zone, and restoring the volume to its original level. Centers Main Zone BALANCE and F ADER.** Displays the two- line status of the Record Zone for two seconds. T oggles between fully muting the v[...]

2-13 Basic Operation SDP-40 Adjusts Main Zone F ADER forward.* @@@@@@@ Adjusts Main Zone F ADER backward.* @@@@ Adjusts Main Zone BALANCE left.* Adjusts Main Zone BALANCE right.* Reserved for future expansion. ******** @@ Reserved for future expansion. Reserved for future expansion. @@@@@@ Reserved for future expansion. @@@@ Adjusts RECORD BALANCE [...]

2-14 Basic Operation JBL 16 T oggles the SURROUND EX parameter ON and OFF .* Reserved for future expansion. @ Reserved for future expansion. @@@ Reserved for future expansion. @@@@ Reserved for future expansion. @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@ Reserved for future expansion. Reserved for future expansion. @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@ @@@@ Reserved for future expansion. Re[...]

2-15 Basic Operation SDP-40 UNDERST ANDING THE ZONES The SDP-40 features three zones: the Main Zone, Zone 2, and the Record Zone. The Main Zone is designed to control audio and video signals in the primary listening space, Zone 2 is designed to control audio signals in the secondary listening space, and the Record Zone is designed to control audio [...]

2-16 Basic Operation JBL MODE BUTTONS This type of listening mode selection occurs each time the Mode Up and Down buttons are pressed on the front panel, or the MODE +/- buttons are pressed on the remote control. This type of mode scrolling allows auditioning of all listening modes available for the current input type. Pressing the Mode Up/MODE + b[...]

2-17 Basic Operation SDP-40 MODE F AMILY SELECTION BUTTONS This type of mode selection occurs each time one of the Mode Family Selection buttons is pressed on the remote control. The matrix below shows how this type of mode selection determines the listening mode: Input DOLBY T ype: 2-CHANNEL DIGIT AL dts(-ES) DOLBY PRO 5.1 THX dts(-ES) THX LOGIC I[...]

3 The SETUP Menu SETUP ...........................................................................................3-2 INPUT SETUP ................................................................................3-3 SPEAKER SETUP ...........................................................................3-18 REAR P ANEL CONFIG .......................[...]

3-2 The SETUP Menu JBL SETUP Selecting SETUP on the MAIN MENU accesses the SETUP menu, which contains options that access available setup submenus. Use the up and down MENU arrows to scroll through the complete list of options. Press the right MENU arrow to select the highlighted option. Press the left MENU arrow to return to the MAIN MENU. INPUTS [...]

MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST A UDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUT SETUP D VD1 D VD2 LD TV SA T VCR CD PVR GAME T APE TUNER AU X SE TUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS 3-3 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH[...]

MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST A UDIO CONTROLS SETUP D VD 1 IN PU T NA ME EDIT INPUT NAME REST ORE DEF AUL T NAME D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED INPUT SETUP D VD1 D VD2 LD TV SA T VCR[...]

D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST A UDIO CONTROLS SETUP 3-5 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 DIGIT AL IN Selecting DIGIT AL IN accesses the DIGIT AL IN menu, which ca[...]

D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED 3-6 The SETUP Menu JBL ANALOG IN Selecting ANALOG IN accesses the ANALOG IN menu, which can be used to assign the analog input connector for th[...]

D VD 1 AN LG IN L VL AU TO O N MANU AL +0dB A UT O GAIN +0.0dB dB L C R S L S R L FE 0 -6 -15 XX X X X X -30 -45 D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED 3-7 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 leve[...]

D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED 3-8 The SETUP Menu JBL VIDEO IN Selecting VIDEO IN accesses the VIDEO IN menu, which can be used to select the composite video or S-video conne[...]

D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED 3-9 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 COMPONENT IN Selecting COMPONENT IN accesses the COMPONENT IN menu, which can be used to select the component video c[...]

D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED 2-CH Selecting 2-CH accesses the 2-CH MODE menu (pictured above), which can be used to select the listening mode for 2-channel input types. Lis[...]

D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM[...]

3-12 The SETUP Menu JBL D VD1 INPUT SETUP NAME D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM D 5.1 L7 FILM dts L7 FILM MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED MAIN ADV ANCED Selecting MAIN ADV ANCED accesses the MAIN ADV menu, which can be used to configure advanced settings in[...]

3-13 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 INPUT SELECT (AUTO, ANALOG, DIGIT AL) The INPUT SETUP menu allows the selection of two audio connector types - one analog, one digital. INPUT SELECT specifies how these connectors interact. The following settings are available: • The DIGIT AL setting forces the unit to utilize the DIGIT AL IN connector for the Main Zone[...]

MAIN ADV ANCED (continued) ANALOG BYP ASS (continued) (ON, OFF) When ANALOG BYP ASS is set to OFF , the unit routes the analog input signal through analog-to-digital conversion, internal processing, and digital-to-analog conversion. This makes it possible to utilize internal processing, including listening modes, crossovers, and equalization. Neith[...]

3-15 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 INPUT SELECT (AUTO, ANALOG, DIGIT AL) The INPUT SETUP menu allows the selection of two audio connector types - one analog, one digital. INPUT SELECT specifies how these connectors interact. The following settings are available: • The DIGIT AL setting forces the unit to utilize the DIGIT AL IN connector for Zone 2. If an[...]

RECORD ADV ANCED Selecting RECORD ADV ANCED accesses the RECORD ADV menu, which can be used to configure advanced settings in the Record Zone. Default Parameter V alue V alues INPUT SELECT DIGIT AL AUTO, ANALOG, DIGIT AL ANLG IN L VL +0dB -18 to +12dB DIGIT AL BYP ASS OFF ON, OFF DIG OUT RA TE 44.1kHz 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, INPUT RECORD EN[...]

DIGIT AL BYP ASS (ON, OFF) DIGIT AL BYP ASS allows direct digital recording. When set to ON, the unit passes the digital input signal - unaltered - to the S/PDIF outputs. When set to OFF , the unit sends digital audio output through a sample rate converter before passing it to the S/PDIF outputs. This allows the digital output signal to match the i[...]

SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP The CUSTOM SETUP menu can be used to configure the MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS for a custom speaker system. For a Synthesis 7- channel setup that requires THX-certified loud speakers, use the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu (see page 3-24). Default Parameter V alue V alues FRONT L/R 40Hz FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz CENTER 60Hz FULL, 30[...]

3-19 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k dB 0 0 -12 -24 -36 -48 0 0 -60 Hz 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k dB 0 0 -12 -24 -36 -48 0 0 -60 Hz Highpass Filter The highpass filter attenuates low frequencies at 24dB per octave. The curves show the frequency response of each crossover setting. From left to right, the curves represent crossover setting[...]

CUST OM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUB L/R MONO SUB XO VER 80Hz LFE OFF 3-20 The SETUP Menu JBL CUSTOM SETUP (continued) FRONT L/R (FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz) The FRONT L/R parameter sets the crossover setting for the MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS labelled FRONT L/R. When set to FULL, the unit sends a full-range audio sig[...]

CUST OM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUB L/R MONO SUB XO VER 80Hz LFE OFF 3-21 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 SIDE L/R SPEAKERS FULL 30Hz 40Hz 50Hz 60Hz 70Hz 80Hz THX 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz NONE REAR L/R (FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE) The REAR L/R parameter sets the crossover setting for the MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS lab[...]

CUST OM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUB L/R MONO SUB XO VER 80Hz LFE OFF 3-22 The SETUP Menu JBL SE TUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST A UDIO CONTROLS SETUP SUBWOOFERS L/R MONO STEREO NONE SPEAKER SETUP CUST OM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAK[...]

LFE (ON, OFF) LFE (Low Frequency Effects) activates and deactivates the MAIN AUDIO OUTPUT labelled LFE. Selecting this parameter accesses the pulldown menu pictured above. Use the up and down MENU arrows to switch between the ON and OFF settings. Press the right MENU arrow to select the desired setting. Press the left MENU arrow to close the pulldo[...]

3-24 The SETUP Menu JBL SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP Default Parameter V alue V alues FRONT L/R 80Hz 80Hz CENTER 80Hz 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz 80Hz, NONE SUB L/R MONO MONO SUB XOVER 80Hz 80Hz LFE OFF OFF The SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu can be used to configure the MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS for a 5.1 or 7.1-channel Synthesis system, which incorporates THX[...]

3-25 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 The parameters on the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu are not adjustable, with the exception of REAR L/R. The default value of REAR L/R is 80Hz, which activates the rear speakers for use in a SYNTHESIS 7CH setup. This setup requires rear speakers to be operational. When set to OFF , the REAR L/R outputs are deactivated and the S[...]

3-26 The SETUP Menu JBL LEVELS CALIBRA TION Properly calibrated output levels are critical. Setting output levels is a simple procedure using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter . This device measures the relative loudness of the speakers so that output levels can be calibrated accurately . An SPL meter can be purchased at Radio Shack (catalog no. 3[...]

3-27 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 LEVEL ADJUST menu. The cursor will automatically scroll through the menu highlighting each output as it is tested. Each output is tested for approximately 4s. It is possible to manually select a speaker just as the unit is about to automatically scroll to the next speaker , causing the unit to send the noise signal to bot[...]

3-28 The SETUP Menu JBL LEVELS CALIBRA TION (continued) DACS CALIBRA TION (continued) Before making adjustments, set the SPL meter according to the DACS® Installers Manual or audio calibration disc instructions. If no setting is recommended, set the SPL meter to “C” weighting and “SLOW” response. Use the up and down MENU arrows to manually[...]

3-29 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 Default Parameter V alue V alues CAL NOISE ON ON, OFF L/R LIMITER OFF ON, OFF L/R LIMIT ADJ 100dB 75 to 115dB LFE LIMITER OFF ON, OFF LFE LIMIT ADJ 100dB 75 to 115dB Note: In cases where the left and right subwoofers have built-in limiter protection, the L/R LIMITER parameter should be set to OFF . In cases where the LFE [...]

3-30 The SETUP Menu JBL REAR P ANEL CONFIG 8 STEREO INPUTS OR 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG SE TUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS REAR P ANEL CONFIG The REAR P ANEL CONFIG menu can be used to configure AUDIO INPUT pairs 1 to 8 on the rear panel. These inputs can be set up to function as eight stereo an[...]

3-31 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 DISPLA Y SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y A/V SYNC DELA Y OFF CUST OM NAME OFF EDIT CUST OM NAME SE TUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS DISPLA Y SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Default Parameter V alue V alues ST A TUS 2 SECONDS AL W AYS ON, 2 SECONDS, AL W A YS O[...]

FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y Default Parameter V alue V alues ST A TUS AL WA YS ON AL W A YS ON, 2 SECONDS, AL W A YS OFF BRIGHTNESS 75% 100%, 75%, 50%, 25% ST A TUS (ALW AYS ON, 2 SECONDS, AL WA YS OFF) ST A TUS activates and deactivates the front panel display . When set to AL W A YS ON, the front panel display remains on at all times. When set to 2 SEC[...]

become unsynchronized in a system. Setting a corresponding audio delay with A/V SYNC DELA Y restores synchronization. A/V SYNC DELA Y can be set in 1ms increments within its 1 to 60ms parameter range. When setting the A/V SYNC DELA Y parameter , it is recommended to use a news broadcast or another source that does not utilize Automated Dialog Repla[...]

3-34 The SETUP Menu JBL V OLUME CONTROL SETUP MAIN PWR ON FULL MUTE LEVEL -30dB ZONE PWR ON -30dB REC PWR ON -30dB SE TUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS VOLUME CONTROL SETUP Default Parameter V alue V alues MAIN PWR ON -30dB LAST L VL, -80 to +6dB MUTE LEVEL FULL FULL, -40dB, -30dB, -20dB, -10dB [...]

TRIGGER SETUP TRIGGER 1 PROGRAM TRIGGER 2 PROGRAM 3-35 The SETUP Menu SDP-40 SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS TRIGGER SETUP There are three 12V DC TRIGGER OUTPUTS on the rear panel that can be used to control other devices with compatible trigger inputs. The trigger labelled PWR is not config[...]

3-36 The SETUP Menu JBL SE TUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LOCK OPTIONS The LOCK OPTIONS menu can be used to lock and unlock settings in the three primary menus: MODE ADJUST , AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP . Default Parameter V alue V alues MODES UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED AUDIO CNTRL UNLOCKED LOCK[...]

4 The AUDIO CONTROLS Menu AUDIO CONTROLS .......................................................................4-2[...]

AUDIO CONTROLS Selecting AUDIO CONTROLS on the MAIN MENU accesses the AUDIO CONTROLS menu, which contains adjustable parameters. Use the up and down MENU arrows to scroll through the complete list. Press the right MENU arrow to select the highlighted parameter for adjustment. Press the left MENU arrow to return to the MAIN MENU. Default Parameter V[...]

TREBLE (-6.0 to +6.0dB) TREBLE controls the amount of boost or cut applied to the FRONT L/R and CENTER outputs. When TREBLE is selected, a horizontal graph will appear on the screen below the parameter . This graph illustrates the position at which the current setting falls within the -6.0 to +6.0dB parameter range. Press the up and down MENU arrow[...]

4-4 The AUDIO CONTROLS Menu JBL BALANCE BALANCE controls the left-to-right balance of the Main Zone. When BALANCE is selected, a horizontal graph (pictured on page 4-2) will appear on the screen below the parameter . This graph illustrates the position at which the current setting falls within the entire parameter range. Press the up MENU arrow to [...]

4-5 The AUDIO CONTROLS Menu SDP-40 RECORD BALANCE RECORD BALANCE controls the left-to-right balance of the RECORD AUDIO OUTPUTS. When RECORD BALANCE is selected, a horizontal graph (pictured on page 4-2) will appear on the screen below the parameter . This graph illustrates the position at which the current setting falls within the entire parameter[...]

The MODE ADJUST Menu 5 MODE ADJUST ..............................................................................5-2 Listening Mode Descriptions .........................................................5-2 OUTPUT LEVELS ..........................................................................5-17 CUSTOM ............................................[...]

MODE ADJUST Selecting MODE ADJUST on the MAIN MENU accesses the MODE ADJUST menu, which appears highlighting the name of the active listening mode. Use the up and down MENU arrows to scroll through the complete list of listening modes. Press the right MENU arrow to select the highlighted listening mode for configuration. Press the left MENU arrow t[...]

5-3 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 LOGIC7 TV • A proprietary Lexicon listening mode. • Designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix encoded stereo TV sources. • Based on LOGIC7 FILM, but specifically tailored for TV sources. • Recommended for 2-channel TV sources, even when only one pair of surround speakers is selected. Default Paramet[...]

5-4 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL DOLBY PRO LOGIC II • Designed for playback of Dolby Surround encoded sources. • Decodes five channels from Dolby Surround encoded input types. • Similar to DOLBY PRO LOGIC, except it utilizes full-frequency stereo surround channels to realistically increase the perceived width of the listening space. • Provides [...]

5-5 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MUSIC • Designed for playback of stereo music sources. • Identical to DOLBY PRO LOGIC II, except specifically tailored for stereo music sources. Default Parameter V alues Default V alue P ANORAMA OFF ON, OFF CTR WIDTH 3 MIN, 1 to 6, MAX DIMENSION NEUTRAL FRONT , NEUTRAL, REAR SURROUND DL Y 5ms [...]

2-CHANNEL • Designed for playback of stereo sources. • Sends stereo sources to the FRONT L/R outputs only . • Available for audio purists and for comparison purposes. Default Parameter V alues Default V alue SUB L/R L VL +0dB OFF , -30 to +12dB CUSTOM See page 5-17 for more information An alphabetical listing of parameter descriptions begins [...]

5-7 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 MONO • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to the center channel only . Default Parameter V alue V alues SUB L/R +0dB OFF , -30 to +12dB An alphabetical listing of parameter descriptions begins on page 5-20. MONO LOGIC • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Utilizes proprietary Lex[...]

5-8 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL MONO SURROUND • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to all channels. Default Parameter V alues Default V alue OUTPUT LEVELS See page 5-17 for more information CUSTOM See page 5-17 for more information An alphabetical listing of parameter descriptions begins on page 5-20. 5.1 LOGIC7 FILM • A[...]

5-9 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 5.1 LOGIC7 TV • A proprietary Lexicon listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital TV sources. • Based on 5.1 LOGIC7 FILM, but specifically tailored for TV sources. • Recommended for 5.1-channel Dolby Digital TV sources, even when only one pair of surround speakers is selected. Default[...]

5-10 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL 5.1 THX SURROUND EX or 5.1 THX The SURROUND EX parameter activates and deactivates the 5.1 THX SURROUND EX listening mode, provided both side and rear speakers are selected (see page 3-18). The default value of this parameter is ON, which activates the 5.1 THX SURROUND EX listening mode. When set to OFF , the 5.1 THX S[...]

5-11 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 DOLBY DIGIT AL • Designed for playback of 5.1 Dolby Digital encoded sources. • Decodes 5.1 discrete channels from 5.1 Dolby Digital encoded input types. The five main channels are full- frequency . The .1 channel, often referred to as the LFE or subwoofer channel, has a limited frequency range of 120Hz. • Appr[...]

5-12 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL 5.1 MONO • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital mono sources. • Sends mono sources to the center channel only . No parameters are available for the MONO listening mode. Note: The 5.1 MONO, 5.1 MONO LOGIC, and 5.1 MONO SURR listening modes are designed for playback of Dolby Digital mono sources. Mono material can [...]

5-13 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 5.1 MONO SURROUND • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital mono sources. • Sends mono signals to all channels. Default Parameter V alue V alues OUTPUT LEVELS See page 5-17 for more information CUSTOM See page 5-17 for more information An alphabetical listing of parameter descriptions begins on page 5-20. dts(-ES[...]

5-14 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL dts(-ES) LOGIC7 Music • A proprietary Lexicon listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1 and 6.1-channel dts(-ES) music sources. • Based on dts(-ES) LOGIC7 FILM, but specifically tailored for music sources. • Recommended for 5.1 and 6.1-channel dts(-ES) music sources, even when only one pair of surround spe[...]

5-15 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 dts and dts-ES • The unit will automatically switch between the dts and dts-ES listening modes, activating ES decoding when a dts-ES input type is identified. dts • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel dts encoded sources. • Decodes 5.1 discrete channels from dts encoded input types. The five main channels are[...]

2-CHANNEL BYP ASS • Designed for playback of 2-channel analog input sources. • When selected, the input signal bypasses internal processing and bypasses to the FRONT L/R outputs. The 2CH BYP ASS listening mode is not available unless, and will be automatically selected when, all of the following conditions are met: • The ANALOG IN parameter o[...]

5-17 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 CUSTOM The CUSTOM menu can be used to compare modified listening mode versions to their original, factory-default versions. CUSTOM VS PRESET CUSTOM VS PRESET allows comparison listening of the modified and factory-default versions of the selected listening mode. This option is available even when no modifications ha[...]

5-18 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL 2CH ST A TUS MENU The 2CH ST A TUS menu will appear when a 2-channel listening mode is selected. It features L and R level meters (see previous column for more information). Parameter V alues INPUT The name of the selected input MODE The name of the selected listening mode INPUT TYPE ANLG, DOLBY D, PCM SAMPLE RA TE 44.[...]

DOLBY DIGIT AL ST A TUS MENU The DOLBY DIGIT AL ST A TUS menu will appear when a Dolby Digital listening mode is selected. It features L, C, R, SL, SR, and LFE level meters (see page 5-18 for more information). Parameter V alues CHANNELS 3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0 ENCODING MA TRIX, NONE SAMPLE RA TE 48kHz REF OFFSET -4dB An alphabetical li[...]

MODE P ARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 5 SPKR ENHANCE (ON, OFF) 5 SPKR ENHANCE (Five Speaker Enhance) simulates seven speaker playback through a five speaker system. When set to ON, the unit provides an increased sense of spaciousness and envelopment through two surround speakers. This enhancement is most noticeable when these surround speakers are positione[...]

5-21 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 BASS ENHANCE (ON, OFF) BASS ENHANCE creates stereo bass, which results in low-frequency reproduction that is less localizable and more realistic in the listening space. When set to ON, the unit processes the low frequencies sent to the FRONT L/R, SIDE L/R, and REAR L/R outputs to create stereo low frequencies. This [...]

5-22 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL CTR WIDTH (MIN, 1 to 6, MAX) CTR WIDTH (Center W idth) adjusts the center image. When set to MIN, the center image is heard from only the center speaker . When set to MAX, the center image is heard from only the front left and right speakers as a “phantom” center image. When set on the 1 to 6 scale, the center imag[...]

5-23 The MODE ADJUST Menu SDP-40 LFE MIX (-20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB) LFE MIX adjusts the level of the LFE channel (the .1 channel in a 5.1 or 6.1-channel source) that is sent to the SUBWOOFER L/R outputs. Low frequencies from as many as five other channels may be combined with the LFE channel to create the SUBWOOFER L/R output signal, significantly [...]

5-24 The MODE ADJUST Menu JBL SOUND ST AGE (FRONT , NEUTRAL, REAR) SOUND ST AGE dynamically adjusts the relative balance of the outputs when no surround signals are present. When set to FRONT , the SIDE L/R and REAR L/R outputs are attenuated, shifting the per- ceived balance of the sound field to the front of the listening space. When set to NEUTR[...]

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

6-2 T roubleshooting and Maintenance JBL TROUBLESHOOTING Note: • The SDP-40 does not support MPEG input types. • Some DVD players will produce audio artifacts when switching audio formats. THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON. 1. Attempt to power the unit on with both (standby) buttons, the one on the front panel, and the one on the remote control. 2. Ch[...]

6-3 T roubleshooting and Maintenance SDP-40 A HUMMING SOUND IS PRESENT IN THE AUDIO. 1. Disconnect the cable television connector (if present) from the wall outlet. If this eliminates the humming sound, an isolation device is required. Contact the cable provider for assistance. 2. Disconnect source components to isolate the problem. Once the proble[...]

6-4 T roubleshooting and Maintenance JBL RESTORING F ACTORY -DEF AUL T SETTINGS The procedure below outlines the process to restore factory-default settings. Before performing these steps, record custom settings on the installation worksheet (see page A-12). All parameters will be reset to their factory-default value. This procedure should be perfo[...]

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

A-2 Appendix JBL SPECIFICA TIONS Audio Inputs and Outputs Audio Inputs 8 stereo pairs (RCA) or 5 stereo pairs and one 5.1-channel analog input Digital Audio Inputs 6 coaxial (RCA), 6 optical (5 T osLink, and 1 optical mini jack), 1 AES/EBU; coaxial and optical inputs conform to IEC-958, S/PDIF standards Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz Accepts: [...]

A-3 Appendix SDP-40 Video Inputs and Outputs Video Inputs 5 composite (RCA), 8 S-video, and 4 component video (3 RCA, 1 BNC) Video Outputs 4 composite (RCA, 2 monitor and 2 record), 4 S-video (2 monitor and 2 record), and 1 component (BNC) Performance (Composite & S-video) NTSC M, P AL, and SECAM compatible Switching Active Output Level 1.0V pe[...]

A-4 Appendix JBL DECLARA TION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared: EN55022:1998, EN55024:1998, EN6100-3-2 and -3:1999, and EN60065:1998 Manufacturer: Lexicon, Inc. 3 Oak Park Bedford, MA 01730-1441 USA The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive(s) and S[...]

A-5 Appendix SDP-40 MENU TREE SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR P ANEL CONFIG DISPLA YS V OLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS TRIGGER SETUP TRIGGER 1 PROGRAM TRIGGER 2 PROGRAM DISPLA Y SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y A/V SYNC DELA Y OFF CUST OM NAME OFF EDIT CUST OM NAME V OLUME CONTROL SETUP MAIN PWR ON -30dB MUTE LEVEL FULL ZONE PWR ON -[...]

A-6 Appendix JBL CD INP UT SET UP NAME CD DIGIT AL IN COAX-4 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN COMPOSITE-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 MUSIC D 5.1 L7 MUSIC dts L7 MUSIC MAIN AD V ANCED ZONE2 AD V ANCED RECORD AD V ANCED PVR INPUT SETUP NAME PVR DIGIT AL IN OPTICAL-3 ANALOG IN ANALOG-5 ANLG IN L VL A UT O VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-7 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH [...]

D VD1 ANLG IN L VL AU TO O N MANU AL +0dB A UT O GAIN +0.0dB dB L C R S L S R L FE 0 -6 -15 XX X X X X -30 -45 A-7 Appendix SDP-40 D VD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 COAX-2 COAX-3 COAX-4 COAX-5 COAX-6 OPTICAL-1 OPTICAL-2 OPTICAL-3 OPTICAL-4 OPTICAL-5 OPTICAL-6 AES/EBU NONE D VD1 ANALOG IN ANALOG-1 ANALOG-2 ANALOG-3 ANALOG-4 ANALOG-5 ANALOG-6 * ANALOG-7 * ANA[...]

A-8 Appendix JBL SIDE L/R SPEAKERS FULL 30Hz 40Hz 50Hz 60Hz 70Hz 80Hz THX 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz NONE SPEAKER SETUP CUST OM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DIST ANCES LEVELS CALIBRA TION 80Hz M SUB L 80Hz C 80Hz R 80Hz SR 80Hz 80Hz SL 80Hz RR 80Hz RL CUST OM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUB L/R MONO SUB XO VER[...]

A-9 Appendix SDP-40 Continued from page A-8. (DACS CALIBRA TION) SUB LIMITERS CAL NOISE ON L/R LIMITER OFF L/R LIMIT ADJ 100dB LFE LIMITER OFF LFE LIMIT ADJ 100dB !CA UTION! HIGH A UDIO LEVELS INTERNAL NOISE !CA UTION! HIGH A UDIO LEVELS SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST FRONT LEFT +0.0dB CENTER +0.0dB FRONT RIGHT +0.0dB SIDE RIGHT +0.0dB REAR RIGHT +0.0dB REAR[...]

Appendix JBL A-10 FILM V OCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB 5 SPKR ENHANCE OFF BASS ENHANCE OFF RE-EQU ALIZER ON REAR DL Y OFFSET 15ms LFE MIX +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS CUST OM MUSIC V OCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB 5 SPKR ENHANCE OFF BASS ENHANCE OFF REAR DL Y OFFSET 15ms LFE MIX +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS CUST OM PL II RE-EQU ALIZER ON OUTPUT LEVELS CUST OM FILM A UT O AZIMUTH ON V [...]

2CH BYP ASS ST A TUS INPUT (see page 5-18) MODE 2CH BYP ASS INPUT TYPE BYP dB L R 0 -6 -15 XX -30 -45 ST A TUS INPUT (see page 5-20) MODE (see page 5-20) CHANNELS (see page 5-20) ES DECODE (see page 5-20) SAMPLE RA TE (see page 5-20) dB L C R S L S R S B L FE 0 -6 -15 XXX X X X X -30 -45 2CH ST A TUS INPUT (see page 5-18) MODE (see page 5-18) INPUT[...]

A-12 INPUT SETUP DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SA T VCR CD PVR GAME T APE TUNER AUX NAME DIGIT AL IN ANALOG IN ANLG IN L VL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 2-CH DOLBY D dts-ES Main Advanced INPUT SELECT ANALOG BYP ASS SVIDEO 16:9 SVIDEO 4:3 OSD COMPONENT OSD Zone 2 Advanced INPUT SELECT Record Advanced INPUT SELECT ANLG IN L VL DIGIT AL BYP ASS DIG OUT RA TE RECORD Append[...]

SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R SUB L/R MONO SUB XOVER 80Hz LFE OFF OUTPUT LEVEL DISTANCE FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT SUB LEFT SUB RIGHT LFE SETTING CAL NOISE L/R LIMITER L/R LIMIT ADJ LFE LIMITER LFE LIMIT ADJ A-13 Appendix SDP-40 REAR P ANEL C[...]

Index I (Standby Button) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2, 2-8 2-CH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16, 3-10 2-CHANNEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13, 5-6 2-CHANNEL BYP ASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16 2CH Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 2CH BYP ASS ST ATUS Menu .[...]

Index JBL I-2 EDIT CUSTOM NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-33 EDIT INPUT NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 EFFECT L VL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 ENCODING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 ES DECODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Factory-Default Set[...]

I-3 Index SDP-40 REF OFFSET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 to 2-14 REMOTE Operation (T riggers) . . . . . . . . . . . .3-35 REMOTE ST A TE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32 Removable Access Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 RESET MODE . . . . . .[...]

SYNTHESIS LIMITED W ARRANTY The following JBL Synthesis products are warranted for 2 years from the date of original purchase: Amplifiers, Equalizers, and Surround Sound Processors. Who is protected by this warranty? Y our JBL warranty protects the original owner and all subsequent owners, so long as the original bill of sale is presented when warr[...]

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