S P E A K E R C O N N E C T I O N S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subwoofer Controls (PS1400 Only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Á On/Auto Switch – When

stacked with the PS1400,

 

 

 

¢ Polarity (Phase) Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

left in the “Auto” position, the

should be given only a high-

 

 

 

Use the “Normal” position

 

 

PS1400 subwoofer will

passed amplifier signal. That

whenever the PS1400 and PT800

 

 

automatically turn on or go into

signal should be crossed over

are stacked and the internal

 

 

standby mode, depending on

at 80Hz.

 

 

 

crossover is used. It should

 

 

whether it detects an audio

£ LF Level Control – This

 

 

 

also be used when an external

 

 

signal. When no signal is being

 

 

 

crossover is used and all

 

 

control allows you to adjust the

 

 

sent, the PS1400 will remain in

amplifier channels are in phase.

 

 

level of the subwoofer within a

 

 

standby mode. When it senses

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

range of +/– 5dB. Start with the

The “Reverse” position may be

 

 

an audio signal, it will

 

 

control positioned at 0dB,

 

 

 

used when the PS1400 and

 

 

automatically turn itself on and

 

 

 

 

 

which is flat (neutral bass

 

 

 

PT800 are separated, and due

 

 

begin playing. If the PS1400

 

 

 

 

 

level). If bass response is

 

 

 

to wave cancellation, bass

 

 

does not sense a signal for

 

 

 

 

 

unsatisfactory, due to either

 

 

 

response is improved in this

 

 

about twenty minutes, it will

 

 

 

 

 

your room acoustics or as a

 

 

 

position. “Reverse” may also

 

 

switch itself into standby

 

 

 

 

 

matter of taste, experiment

 

 

 

be selected when different

 

 

mode. When this switch is

 

 

 

 

 

with this control until the

 

 

 

amplifiers are used that

 

 

left in the “On” position, the

 

 

 

 

 

desired bass level is achieved.

have different polarity

 

 

PS1400 will remain on, whether

 

 

This control only affects all

 

 

 

configurations.

 

 

or not program material is

 

 

 

 

 

information being received by

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

playing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the speaker-level input.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ª LF Crossover Switch – This

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

switch is used to engage the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PS1400’s internal crossover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

when it is stacked with the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PT800 tower

module, and when

 

 

ON/OFF

MANUAL

 

 

 

 

 

Á￿

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

no external

crossover is being

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LF CROSSOVER

SEPARATED

 

 

 

 

 

ª￿

 

 

used. In the

“Normal” position,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NORMAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-2

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the internal

crossover is

 

 

LF LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

£￿

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-5

dB 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

engaged, and

provides an

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REVERSE

 

 

 

 

 

¢￿

 

 

 

 

POLARITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

electronic 130Hz crossover for

 

 

 

 

 

 

NORMAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

°￿

 

 

the subwoofer which precisely

 

 

LFE LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MIN

MAX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

matches the passive 130Hz

 

 

LFE /SUBWOOFER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

¤￿

 

 

crossover point of the output

 

 

INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

terminal to the PT800. The

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

crossover is precision-

 

 

SYSTEM INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

¦￿

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

designed to create a smooth,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

 

¥￿

 

 

integrated floorstanding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

speaker system when the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PS1400 and PT800 are stacked.

 

 

 

 

 

PERFORMANCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In the “Separated” position,

 

 

 

 

 

SERIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAUTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the PS1400 provides an

 

 

 

 

 

 

DO NOT OPEN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

electronic 300Hz rolloff for the

 

 

“AVERTISSEMENT: POUR PRÉVENIR LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, EVITER D’EXPOSER CET APPAREIL A LA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLUIE OU A L’HUMIDITE.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

subwoofer, which should be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

augmented by the low-pass

®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NRTL/C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CSA 22-2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UL 1492

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

crossover in the external

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

audio/video receiver or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

processor. In this mode, the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PT800, whether or not it is

 

 

 

PN 336609-001

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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JBL specifications Subwoofer Controls PS1400 Only, On/Auto Switch When

PS1400 specifications

The JBL PS1400 is a powerful and versatile speaker that caters to a wide range of audio needs, making it an excellent choice for both professional and casual use. Known for its robust build and exceptional sound quality, the PS1400 stands out in the competitive audio landscape.

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In terms of connectivity, the JBL PS1400 features versatile input options, including XLR and TRS connectors, allowing seamless integration with different sound systems and equipment. This flexibility makes it ideal for use in diverse situations, from concerts to corporate events.

Overall, the JBL PS1400 combines power, quality, and durability, making it an exceptional choice for anyone looking to enhance their audio experience. With its advanced technologies and robust features, the PS1400 delivers a sound quality that is hard to match, ensuring that your music sounds its best, whether on stage or in the studio.