JBL HDI-1200P User manual

HDI-1200P
Powered Subwoofer

1. Do not install this equipment in a confined or building-in space such as a book case or similar unit, and remain a well ventilation conditions at open site.
The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains etc.
2. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
3. The product is designed to use in moderate climates
4. Voltage selector: Used to adjust the input rating (110-120 Vac/60 Hz and 220-240 Vac/50 Hz), please just insert the mains power plug into the socket-outlet with voltage
within the setting of the selector. The current ratings of mains fuse links are different for different input rating (see marking for details), and the fitted mains fuse link was just
related to the input rating as setting of the selector during factory assembly line work, please ask a qualified personnel to help you replace the mains fuse link before you adjust
the voltage selector.
5. Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
In Denmark: “Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver forbindelse til stikproppens jord.”
In Finland: "Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan"
In Norway: “Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt”
In Sweden: “Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag”
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
1. Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the manufacturer.
2. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.
3. The mains plug is used as disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INCLUDED ITEMS
ATTACHING THE GRILLE
SUBWOOFER REAR-PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTION
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PLACING THE SUBWOOFER
MAKING CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO A STEREO RECEIVER, AMPLIFIER OR PREAMPLIFIER
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SPECIFICATIONS
OPERATING THE SUBWOOFER
TURNING THE SUBWOOFER ON AND OFF
SUBWOOFER ADJUSTMENTS: CROSSOVER
SUBWOOFER ADJUSTMENTS: VOLUME
SUBWOOFER ADJUSTMENTS: PHASE
ABNORMAL CONDITION：LED flashing
USING THE SUPPLIED CARPET SPIKES
CONNECTING THE SUBWOOFER TO A TRIGGER VOLTAGE SOURCE
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INCLUDED ITEMS
Your new JBL®powered subwoofer incorporates a high-performance
transducer and built-in amplifier that delivers the powerful, dynamic
and accurate low-frequency performance that makes your film
soundtracks and music come alive. And with adjustable crossover,
phase controls and automatic turn on/off, it is also simple to connect
and set up.
We’re confident that this JBL subwoofer will provide every note
of enjoyment that you expect – and that when you think about
purchasing additional audio equipment for your home, car or
office, you will once again choose JBL products.
This quick-start guide contains all the information you need to
set up, connect and adjust your new subwoofer. For more
in-depth information, go to our web site:www.jblsynthesis.com.
Powered Subwoofer
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS JBL®PRODUCT
HDI-1200P
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Note: Type of power plug varies by regions.
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One combination LFE and trigger cable
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ATTACHING THE GRILLE
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SUBWOOFER REAR-PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTION
1) Power Mode:
When switched to 'Auto' position, the subwoofer will then be in Standby
mode. It will automatically turn on when an audio signal is detected and
will return to the Standby mode when no audio signal is detected after
approximately 10 minutes. Setting this switch to ‘On’ keeps the
subwoofer powered until Power Switch is turned 'Off.'
2) On/Standby LED:
When the Power Switch is in the ‘On’ position, this LED indicates whether
the subwoofer is in the On or Standby state.
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• When the LED glows red, the subwoofer is in the Standby mode.
4) Low Pass Crossover:
This control determines the highest frequency at which the subwoofer
reproduces sounds. The higher you set the Crossover control, the higher
in frequency the subwoofer will operate and the more its bass will
“overlap” that of the speakers. This adjustment helps achieve a smooth
transition of bass frequencies between the subwoofer and the speakers
for a variety of different rooms and subwoofer locations.
5) Subwoofer Gain:
Use this control to adjust the subwoofer’s volume. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase the volume; turn the knob counterclock-wise to
decrease the volume.
6) Input Connectors:
Connect these to the outputs of a stereo preamp or connect a surround
processor's subwoofer output to either the left or right input. Balanced
(XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) connectors are available. The inputs are
0dBV nominal to +12dBV max unbal/+18dBV max bal. The XLR input
is pin 2 hot.
7) Power Switch:
Set this switch in the ‘On’ position to turn the subwoofer on. If you will
be away from home, or will not be using the subwoofer for an extended
period, set this switch in the ‘Off’ position to conserve energy.
8) Power Cord Connector:
After you have made and verified the subwoofer’s input connection,
plug the power cord into an active, unswitched electrical outlet for
proper operation of the subwoofer.
DO NOT plug the power cord into the accessory outlets found on some
audio components.
3) Phase Switch:
This switch determines whether the subwoofer transducer’s piston-like
action moves in and out in phase with the main speakers. If the
subwoofer were to play out of phase with the main speakers, the sound
waves from the main speakers could partially cancel out the sound waves
from the subwoofer, reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This
phenomenon depends in part on the placement of all the speakers relative
to the listening position and to each other in the room.
9) 12V Trigger In/Out connectors:
When the subwoofer’s Power Mode Switch is set to “Trigger”, the subwoofer will
automatically turn on when 5V-12V is present at the 12V Trigger “in-connection”,
and will turn off when the voltage at this connection is removed. Whenever the
subwoofer in on, a 12V trigger signal is available at it’s 12V Trigger Out connector.
It is for use with additional HDI-1200P subwoofers, or another triggerable device.
11) EQ Frequency control:
Selects the center frequency of the particular problem area. The range is from
32HZ to100Hz.
12) EQ Bandwidth control:
Sets the range of frequencies over which the equalizer will have an effect. The
range is from 0.1 octaves to 0.6 octaves; the higher the number the broader
the range of frequencies that will be affected.
13) EQ Level control:
Allows you to adjust how much boost or cut is applied to the selected frequency
by the EQ Frequency Control. This control adjusts from-12dB to a maximum of
+3dB.
14) EQ On/Off switch:
Enables/Disables the parmetric EQ controls (Frequency, Bandwidth, and EQ
Level, but not Phase)
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10) Parametric Equalization (PEQ) controls:
This set of equalization controls adjust for the dominant room mode at your
listening position in your specific listening room. The parametric equalizer includes
variable controls to adjust Frequency, Bandwidth, and EQ Level of one band of
frequencies. To use these controls, you must first set the EQ switch to “ON”.
NOTE: Specific measurement equipment is required to properly adjust
the Equalization controls. Your authorized JBL dealer can make the
appropriate measurements, using suitable equipment to ensure optimal
results.
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When the LED glows green, the subwoofer is turned On.
In Denmark: “Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver forbindelse
til stikproppens jord.”
In Finland: "Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan"
In Norway: “Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt”
In Sweden: “Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag”

The subwoofer will automatically turn on if it receives a trigger voltage at its External Trigger Input connector and will enter the Standby mode when the voltage ceases.
If your preamp/processor or another audio/video component has a trigger-voltage connection that supplies between 3V and 30V (AC or DC), connect it to subwoofer’s
Exteranl Trigger Input connector. If the component’s trigger-voltage connection has a 3.5mm mini jack, you can use the supplied combination LFE/trigger cable to make
the connection.
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NOTE: Do not connect the subwoofer’s External Trigger input connector to a remote control output (IR Out) of your home cinema system or surround receiver. Doing so
could lead to malfunction.
Trigger Cable
(supplied)
12V
TRIGGER
OUTPUT
In Denmark: “Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver forbindelse
til stikproppens jord.”
In Finland: "Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan"
In Norway: “Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt”
In Sweden: “Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag”
CONNECTING THE SUBWOOFER TO A TRIGGER VOLTAGE SOURCE

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PLACING THE SUBWOOFER
The performance of a subwoofer is directly related to its placement in the listening room
and its physical position relative to the other speakers in the system.
While it is true that in general our ears do not hear directional sounds at the low
frequencies where subwoofers operate, when installing a subwoofer within the limited
confines of a room, the reflections, standing waves and absorptions generated within the
room will strongly influence the performance of any subwoofer system. As a result, the
specific location of the subwoofer in the room does become important to the amount and
quality of bass that is produced.
For example, placing the subwoofer next to a wall generally will increase the amount of
bass in the room; placing it in a corner (1) generally will maximize amount of bass in the
room. However, corner placement can also increase the destructive effect of standing
waves on bass performance. This effect can vary depending on the listening position –
some listening positions may yield very good results while others may have far too much
(or too little) bass at certain frequencies.
In many rooms, placing the subwoofer along the same plane as the left and right
speakers (2) can produce the best integration between the sound of the subwoofer and
that of the left and right speakers. In some rooms, the best performance could even
result from placing the subwoofer behind the listening position (3).
We strongly recommend that you experiment with placement before choosing a final
location for your subwoofer. One way you can determine the best location for the
subwoofer is by temporarily placing it in the listening position and playing music with
strong bass content. Move around to various locations in the room while the system is
playing (putting your ears where the subwoofer would be placed), and listen until you find
the location where the bass performance is best. Place the subwoofer in that location.
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3.
Front Left
Speaker
Center
Speaker Front Right
Speaker
Surround Left
Speaker
Surround Right
Speaker
MAKING CONNECTIONS
CAUTION: Never make or break connections unless all
system components are powered off.
CONNECTING TO AN AV SURROUND RECEIVER OR
PROCESSOR WITH AN INTERNAL CROSSOVER
If you are connecting to a surround processor with a low-pass filtered
subwoofer output, connect the subwoofer as shown below. You can
make either a balanced (XLR) or unbalanced (RCA) connection to
either the subwoofer’s left or right input connector. When connecting
to surround processors with internal crossovers, set the Low
Pass crossover control knob to the “LFE” position.
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LL L
SURROUND
BACK
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND CENTER FRONT
OUTPUTS
Use either XLR or
RCA connector
Surround Processor
Line Outputs
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CONNECTING TO A STEREO RECEIVER,
AMPLIFIER OR PREAMPLIFIER
If you are connecting to a stereo device, connect the subwoofer as
shown below. Stereo components rarely have subwoofer outputs. Use
them if they are available; otherwise, be sure to use a Y-connector for the
left output and one for the right output, connecting the subwoofer input to
one side of each Y and the input for the left or right or right main speaker amplifier
to the other side of the Y for proper main speaker operation. You can make either
balanced (XLR) or unbalanced (RCA) connections between the device and the subwoofer.
Using this connection method, you must set the Low Pass Crossover
Stereo Preamplifier
Use either XLR
or
RCA connector
Use Left
and Right
BALANCED
RIGHT LEFT
LEFT
UNBALANCED
RIGHT
OUTPUTS
A
A
To amplifier for main speaker
(Repeat for other Channel)
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A
A
knob to some frequency between 50-150Hz, NOT on the “LFE”setting.
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TURNING THE SUBWOOFER ON AND OFF
Set the subwoofer’s Power Switch to the ‘On’ position. Now set the
subwoofer’s Power Mode to the ‘Auto’ position. The subwoofer will
automatically turn itself on when it receives an audio signal, and it will go
into Standby mode after it has received no audio signal for approximately
If you will not be using the subwoofer for an extended period – for
instance, if you’re going on vacation – set the Power Switch to the ‘Off’
position.
SUBWOOFER ADJUSTMENTS: CROSSOVER
The Crossover control adjusts the subwoofer’s built-in low-pass filter
crossover between 50Hz and 150Hz. The higher you set the Crossover
control, the higher in frequency the subwoofer will operate and the more
its bass will ‘overlap’ that of the speakers. This adjustment helps achieve
a smooth transition of bass frequencies between the subwoofer and the
speakers for a variety of different rooms and subwoofer locations.
To set the Crossover control, listen for the smoothness of the bass. If the
bass seems too strong at certain frequencies, try a lower Crossover
control setting. If the bass seems too weak at certain frequencies, try a
higher Crossover control setting.
SUBWOOFER ADJUSTMENTS: VOLUME
Use the volume control to set the subwoofer’s volume. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase the subwoofer’s volume; turn the knob
counterclock-wise to decrease the volume. Once you have balanced the
subwoofer’s volume with that of the other speakers in your system, you
shouldn’t have to change the volume control setting.
Notes on Setting Subwoofer Volume:
• Sometimes the ideal subwoofer volume setting for music is too loud
for films, while the ideal setting for films is too quiet for music. When
setting the subwoofer volume, listen to both music and films with
strong bass content and find a ‘middle ground’ volume level that
works for both.
• If your subwoofer always seems too loud or too quiet, you may want
to place it in a different location. Placing the subwoofer in a corner will
tend to increase its bass output, while placing it away from any walls
or corners will tend to lessen its bass output.
SUBWOOFER ADJUSTMENTS: PHASE
The Phase switch determines whether the subwoofer driver’s piston-like
action moves in and out in phase with the speakers. If the subwoofer
were to play out of phase with the speakers, the sound waves from the
speakers could partially cancel out the waves from the subwoofer,
reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This phenomenon
depends in part on the placement of all the speakers relative to each
other and the listener(s) in the room.
Although in most cases you should leave the Phase switch in the
‘Normal’ position, there is no absolutely correct setting for the Phase
switch. When the subwoofer is properly in phase with the speakers, the
sound will be clearer and have maximum impact, and percussive sounds
like drums, piano and plucked strings will sound more life-like. The best
way to set the Phase switch is to listen to music that you know well and
to set the switch in the position that gives drums and other percussive
sounds maximum impact.
USING THE SUPPLIED CARPET SPIKES
Four metal spikes are supplied for use when you place the subwoofer on
a carpeted surface. Do not use these spikes when placing subwoofer on
non-carpeted surfaces.
To insert the spikes:
1. Gently lay the subwoofer on its side (not its front or back) on a soft,
nonabrasive surface.
2. Screw each spike into the threaded insert in each foot. Make sure all
four spikes are screwed in completely for stability.
Note: NEVER drag the subwoofer to move it. Always carefully lift the
subwoofer and carry it to its new location.
OPERATING THE SUBWOOFER
HDI-1200P
MODEL
DESCRIPTION
ENCLOSURETYPE
SPECIFICATIONS
1000W RMS Powered Subwoofer
CROSSOVER
FREQUENCY
12-inch / 300mm black paper cone, cast-
frame woofers
70.08lb (31.79kg)
Bass-reflex design with down-firing ports
COMPONENTS
LF DRIVER
50Hz – 150Hz (variable) 24dB/octave
FREQUENCY
RESPONSE 28Hz - 150Hz(-6dB)
POWER REQUIREMENT 100V - 240V 50/60Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION
(Idle/Max)
Dimensions
(W x D x H, grille included):
Product Weight
(grille iucluded):
16.3″x 17.77″x 16.95″
(414 x 451.3 x 430.5mm)
<0.5W（standby)
1180W/7.7A(max-230Vac)
1230W/12.87A(max-120Vac)
1190W/15.97A(max-100Vac)
ABNORMAL CONDITION：LED flashing
• LED flashing in red <30sec: Subwoofer is in protection mode and will
recover. LED becomes green color.
• LED flashing in red >30sec: Unplug/switch-off AC power till LED light
off. Plug-in/switch-on AC power and subwoofer will recover. LED
becomes green color.
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10 minutes. The subwoofer’s LED will glow green when the subwoofer is
on and will glow red when the subwoofer is in Standby.

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