JBL Speaker L226C User Manual

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STUDIOL SERIES  
L226W, L226C, L228C,  
LS326W, LS326C, LS328C  
OWNER’S GUIDE  
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PLACEMENT  
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS  
CONNECTION TIPS  
STEREO  
Before deciding where to place your speakers, survey your room and think  
about placement, keeping the following points in mind, and using Figure 1,  
on previous page, as a guide:  
• For best results, place the speakers 6'–8' apart.  
• When installing in the wall, position each speaker so that the tweeter is  
as close to ear level as practical.  
• Refer to “Home Theater” below if you also plan to use the speakers in  
a home theater system.  
HOME THEATER  
For front-channel use, place one speaker on the left and another on the  
right along either side of the television.  
A center channel speaker should go directly above or below the television  
and can be an in-wall, in-ceiling or freestanding center channel.  
For left and right surround channels, place one speaker on the left and  
another on the right, to the side of or slightly behind the listening area.  
In 6- or 7-channel configurations, place the rear channel(s) behind the  
listening position, as shown in Figure 3.  
NOTE: A JBL powered subwoofer will add impact and realism to both  
music and film soundtracks. Contact your JBL dealer for recommendations  
on subwoofer models for your application.  
Proper placement of the speakers is an important step in obtaining the most  
realistic soundstage possible. These recommendations are for the optimal  
placement of the loudspeakers. Use these placement recommendations as  
a guide. Slight variations will not diminish your listening pleasure.  
Figure 4.  
Wire Length  
Recommended Size  
Up to 100 ft.  
Greater than 100 ft.  
16-gauge  
12-gauge  
INSTALLATION  
The Studio L Series in-wall and in-ceiling speakers were designed to be easily  
installed. However, if you are unable to clearly and fully understand and follow  
the instructions in this manual, or if you are unsure of your ability to properly  
install these loudspeakers, please contact your dealer or a qualified installer.  
TURN OFF ALL POWER  
Before completing the installation, you must connect your speakers to your  
system. First, turn off all audio-system power. Use high-quality speaker wire  
to make your connections. Use at least #16-gauge speaker wire with polarity  
coding. Heavier gauge wire is recommended for larger distances. Consult the  
chart above or your dealer for recommendations. The side of the wire with a  
ridge or other coding is usually considered positive (+) polarity. Also, consult  
the owner’s manuals that were included with your amplifier or receiver to  
confirm connection procedures.  
TOOLS NEEDED  
Pencil  
Phillips #2 screwdriver  
(Do not use a powered screwdriver  
of any kind)  
Observe polarities when making speaker connections, as shown in Figure 4.  
Connect each + terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the  
respective + (red) terminal on each speaker. Connect the – (black) terminals  
in the same way.  
Measuring tape  
Utility knife  
IMPORTANT!  
Do not reverse polarities (i.e., + to – , or – to +) when making connections.  
Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished bass response. Be certain  
that positive and negative wire strands are completely isolated to avoid short  
circuits that may damage your equipment.  
Carpenter’s level  
Awl  
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EXISTING CONSTRUCTION  
L226C, L228C, LS326C, LS328C  
1/2"  
1/2"  
1/2"  
3. NOTE: Always allow at  
least a 1/2 inch between a  
wall stud and the speaker  
cutout or the locking tabs  
will not be able to swivel  
into place.  
1. Remove the plastic paint  
shield from the speaker frame.  
2. Determine the correct  
speaker location.  
NOTE: Use the included  
template when cutting the  
drywall.  
4. Ensure that the drywall or plywood  
board or other appropriate wallboard  
is at least 1/2-inch thick and confirm  
that the board material is capable of  
withstanding the weight of the speaker  
you will be installing. Cut the drywall.  
7. Screw down each of the four  
Phillips-head screws, alternating  
between the four screws. The  
locking tabs will swivel into place  
and secure the unit to the rear  
surface of the wall panel. Hand-  
tighten with a nonpowered,  
straight-handle regular screw-  
driver only. Do not use a socket  
wrench, a powered screwdriver,  
a drill or any other powered tool.  
Confirm that the speaker is firmly  
and securely held in place and  
that all four locking tabs are firmly  
resting against the wall panel.  
5. Connect the speaker  
wires to the speaker.  
6. Make sure all four locking tabs  
are properly positioned against  
the locking tab stops that are  
located on the speaker frame (see  
Figure 5 below). After confirming  
this, carefully place the frame  
assembly in the wall and confirm  
that there is no more than 1/8-inch  
play between the frame and the  
wall cutout. After positioning the  
speaker in the mounting location,  
back each screw out one full turn  
(turn counterclockwise).  
8. Attach the metal grille  
and logo, if desired.  
Figure 5.  
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L226W, LS326W  
1/2"  
1/2"  
1/2"  
3. NOTE: Always allow  
at least a 1/2 inch between  
a wall stud and the speaker  
cutout or the locking tabs  
will not be able to swivel  
into place.  
4. Ensure that the drywall or plywood  
board or other appropriate wallboard  
is at least 1/2-inch thick and confirm  
that the board material is capable of  
withstanding the weight of the speaker  
you will be installing. Cut the drywall.  
1. Remove the plastic paint  
shield from the speaker  
frame.  
2. Determine the correct  
speaker location.  
NOTE: Use the included  
template when cutting the  
drywall.  
5. Connect the speaker  
wires to the speaker.  
6. Make sure all four locking tabs  
are properly positioned against  
the locking tab stops that are  
located on the speaker frame (see  
Figure 6 below). After confirming  
this, carefully place the frame  
assembly in the wall and confirm  
that there is no more than 1/8-inch  
play between the frame and the  
wall cutout. After positioning the  
speaker in the mounting location,  
back each screw out one full turn  
(turn counterclockwise).  
8. Attach the metal grille  
and logo, if desired.  
7. Screw down each of the four  
Phillips-head screws, alternating  
between the four screws. The  
locking tabs will swivel into place  
and secure the unit to the rear  
surface of the wall panel. Hand-  
tighten with a nonpowered,  
straight-handle regular screw-  
driver only. Do not use a socket  
wrench, a powered screwdriver,  
a drill or any other powered tool.  
Confirm that the speaker is firmly  
and securely held in place and  
that all four locking tabs are firmly  
resting against the wall panel.  
Figure 6.  
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NEW CONSTRUCTION  
If you wish to preinstall a rough-in frame before the drywall is installed, you  
will need to purchase the correct rough-in-frame kit for your model:  
Speaker Model  
L226W, LS326W  
L226C, LS326C  
L228C, LS328C  
Rough-In-Frame Kit  
RIF 6  
RIF 6CS  
RIF 8C  
Detailed installation instructions are supplied with the rough-in kit.  
PAINTING THE SPEAKER  
FRAME AND GRILLE  
Studio L in-wall and in-ceiling loudspeakers can be painted to match any  
décor. If you wish to change their color, the satin finish on the grille and frame  
will function as a primer coat. Before painting, install the paint shield (inner  
section of template in the assembly kit) securely into the recess in the baffle.  
This will protect the speaker components and baffle from paint residue. Use a  
high-quality spray paint, and apply a thin coat of color. Be certain the grille  
perforations remain free of paint. Filling them with paint will diminish the  
sound quality.  
NOTE: Gently remove the acoustical foam blanket from the grille before paint-  
ing. Reattach the blanket after the paint has dried.  
OPERATION  
SURROUND MODES  
When using the system in a Dolby Digital or DTS home theater system,  
make sure all speakers are set to “Small.” When using the Studio L in-wall  
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and in-ceiling speakers in a Dolby Pro Logic home theater system, make sure  
the receiver’s center channel mode is set to “Normal.”  
Some Dolby Digital-equipped receivers/processors offer different setup  
options for each source or surround mode: e.g., CD-stereo, videotape, Dolby  
or Pro Logic. In each case, follow your equipment’s instructions to ensure that  
the subwoofer (if you have one) output is turned on and that the speakers are  
set to “Small” in each mode.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Studio L  
L226W  
L226C  
L228C  
Frequency Range (–6dB)  
30Hz – 20kHz  
30Hz – 20kHz  
28Hz – 20kHz  
Recommended  
10 – 125 Watts  
10 – 125 Watts  
10 – 135 Watts  
Amplifier Power Range  
Sensitivity  
(2.83V 1 meter)  
89dB  
89dB  
90dB  
@
Nominal Impedance  
Crossover Frequency  
8 Ohms  
8 Ohms  
8 Ohms  
3,000Hz;  
2,500Hz;  
2,500Hz;  
24dB/Octave  
18dB/Octave  
18dB/Octave  
Low-Frequency Driver  
High-Frequency Driver  
6-1/2" (165mm)  
Aluminum cone  
6-1/2" (165mm)  
Aluminum cone  
8" (200mm)  
Aluminum cone  
1" (25mm)  
1" (25mm)  
1" (25mm)  
Titanium-laminate  
Titanium-laminate  
Titanium-laminate  
External Dimensions  
(W x H)  
8-1/2" x 11"  
(216mm x 280mm)  
Diameter: 9-3/16"  
(233mm)  
Diameter: 10-7/8"  
(276mm)  
Mounting Cutout Size  
(W x H)  
7" x 9-1/2"  
(178mm x 241mm)  
Diameter: 7-7/8"  
(200mm)  
Diameter: 9-1/2"  
(241mm)  
Mounting Depth  
Weight (Net)  
3-9/16" (90mm)  
3.5 lb (1.6kg)  
4-1/8" (104mm)  
3.5 lb (1.6kg)  
4-5/8" (117mm)  
5.8 lb (2.6kg)  
Studio L  
LS326W  
LS326C  
LS328C  
Frequency Range (–6dB)  
30Hz – 30kHz  
30Hz – 30kHz  
28Hz – 30kHz  
Recommended  
10 – 135 Watts  
10 – 135 Watts  
10 – 150 Watts  
Amplifier Power Range  
Sensitivity  
(2.83V 1 meter)  
89dB  
89dB  
90dB  
@
Nominal Impedance  
Crossover Frequency  
8 Ohms  
8 Ohms/channel  
8 Ohms  
3,000Hz;  
2,500Hz;  
2,500Hz;  
24dB/Octave  
18dB/Octave  
18dB/Octave  
Low-Frequency Driver  
High-Frequency Driver  
6-1/2" (165mm)  
Aluminum cone  
6-1/2" (165mm)  
Aluminum cone  
8" (200mm)  
Aluminum cone  
1" (25mm)  
Titanium  
1" (25mm)  
Titanium  
1" (25mm)  
Titanium  
External Dimensions  
(W x H)  
8-1/2" x 11"  
(216mm x 280mm)  
Diameter: 9-3/16"  
(233mm)  
Diameter: 10-7/8"  
(276mm)  
Mounting Cutout Size  
(W x H)  
7" x 9-1/2"  
(178mm x 241mm)  
Diameter: 7-7/8"  
(200mm)  
Diameter: 9-1/2"  
(241mm)  
Mounting Depth  
Weight (Net)  
3-9/16" (90mm)  
3.5 lb (1.6kg)  
4-1/8" (104mm)  
3.5 lb (1.6kg)  
4-5/8" (117mm)  
5.8 lb (2.6kg)  
All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Declaration of Conformity  
We, Harman Consumer Group International  
2, route de Tours  
72500 Château du Loir  
France  
declare in own responsibility that the products described in this  
owner’s manual are in compliance with technical standards:  
EN 61000-6-3:2001  
EN 61000-6-1:2001  
Laurent Rault  
Harman Consumer Group International  
Château du Loir, France 9/06  
JBL is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States  
and/or other countries. Pro Sound Comes Home and Studio Series are trademarks of Harman  
International Industries, Incorporated.  
Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.  
PRO SOUND COMES HOME™  
Harman Consumer Group, Inc., 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797 USA  
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA  
516.255.4JBL (4525) (USA only) www.jbl.com  
© 2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.  
Part No. 406-000-05529-E  
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