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JBL PROJECT ARRAY™
1500 ARRAY, 1400 ARRAY,
1000 ARRAY, 880 ARRAY,
800 ARRAY
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PROJECT ARRAY™
Project Array loudspeakers
are an extremely high-per-
formance design intended for
uses ranging from premium
two-channel stereo to multi-
channel home theater
1400 Array – floorstanding
1000 Array – floorstanding
800 Array – bookshelf
880 Array – center channel
1500 Array – powered
subwoofer
applications. The series is
modular and consists of five
system elements:
INCLUDED
1400 Array
2 Long 1/4" x 20 Allen-head bolts
1 Short 1/4" x 20 Allen-head bolts
1 Logo plate
1 Allen-head screw driver
1 Rubber hole plug
4 Metal coasters
(to protect floor from spiked feet)
1000 Array, 800 Array and
1500 Array
4 Metal coasters
(to protect floor from spiked feet)
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
IMPORTANT NOTE: The 800,
1000, 1400 and 1500 Array
models feature spiked feet for
optimum acoustic performance.
However, spikes can damage
certain types of floors, such as
hardwood. In such instances,
place included metal coasters
between the spiked feet and
the floor.
5.1-CHANNEL SYSTEM
Center Channel
Speaker
Front Speakers
Surround Speakers
The front speakers should be
placed the same distance from
each other as they are from
the listening position, with
tweeters at about the same
height from the floor as the
listeners’ ears will be.
they may be placed on a wall
behind the listening position,
facing forward. The surround
speakers should not call atten-
tion to themselves. Experiment
with their placement until you
hear a diffuse, ambient sound
accompanying the main
is placed in a corner along
the same wall as the front
speakers. Experiment with
subwoofer placement by
temporarily placing the
subwoofer in the listening
position and moving around
the room until the bass repro-
duction is best. Place the
subwoofer in that location.
The center channel speaker
should be placed below the
television and no more than
two feet below the tweeters
of the left and right speakers.
program material heard in
the front speakers.
The low-frequency material
reproduced by the subwoofer
is mostly omnidirectional, and
this speaker may be placed in
a convenient location in the
room. However, the best
The two surround speakers
should be placed slightly
behind the listening position
and, ideally, should face each
other. If that is not possible,
reproduction of bass will be
heard when the subwoofer
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6.1-CHANNEL SYSTEM
A 6.1-channel system will
surrounds. The rear center
speaker should not call more
attention to itself than the
surround speakers.
consist of a 5.1-channel
configuration, as shown on
page 4, with the addition of a
rear center speaker placed
midway between the two
surround speakers, and
further to the rear than the
7.1-CHANNEL SYSTEM
Some newer surround sound
formats utilize left and right
surround channels that are
used for side fill, in addition
to the left and right rear chan-
nels found in 5.1 systems.
Place the left and right
sides of the room, at or in
front of the listening position,
facing each other.
surround speakers on the
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1400 ARRAY ASSEMBLY
Due to the weight of the
1400 Array horn module, it
is packed separately from
the low-frequency enclosure.
It is a very simple procedure
to install the module, and the
necessary instructions are
listed below. The required
Allen-tipped screw driver is
included in the accessory
pack.
5. Notice the two threaded
inserts on the angled face
of the top and also the small
L-bracket on the top. These
are the attachment points
for the horn module. Imme-
diately adjacent to the L-
bracket is a recessed con-
nector which will make the
electrical connection for the
horn module.
10. Once both bolts have been
started, work them in all of
the way, but do not tighten
them securely just yet.
11. Install the remaining short
bolt in the hole at the
bottom rear of the horn
module. You can fully
tighten this bolt.
12. Now completely tighten the
two front bolts.
1. Carefully remove the horn
module from the packaging
and place it face down on a
soft surface.
6. Although the module can
be installed by one person,
it is easier if a second set
of hands are available.
13. Everything should be tight
and properly aligned at this
time. If not, loosen, realign,
and retighten as required.
2. Locate the cardboard
accessory sleeve and
remove the hardware.
7. Cradle the horn module with
the opening along your fore-
arm and, using your free
hand, connect the plug
coming from the bottom of
the horn assembly into the
jack on the top of the
14. The final steps are to
remove the backing from
the logo badge and place it
in the recess on the lower
horn lip, and to use the
rubber hole plug to hide the
hole at the bottom rear of
the horn module. Do not
complete these steps until
the system has been turned
on and tested acoustically.
Make sure the horn module
is playing first. Once the
logo badge and rubber
plug hole are installed, it
is extremely difficult to
remove them.
3. The accessory sleeve
should contain:
a. 2 Long 1/4" x 20 Allen-
head bolts
enclosure.
b. 1 Short 1/4" x 20 Allen-
head bolt
8. You can now place the horn
in position on top of the
enclosure. The L-bracket
fits in an opening under the
horn assembly. The module
will sit on top of the enclo-
sure by itself, although it
should always be steadied
until fully mounted.
c. 1 Logo plate
d. 1 Rubber hole plug
e. 4 Metal coasters
(to protect wood and tile
floors from the spike feet)
4. Carefully unpack the low-
frequency enclosure and
place it upright. It would be
helpful to position it near its
final position in the room
since it is much easier to
move without the additional
weight of the horn module.
9. Line up the two mounting
holes on the lower lip of the
front of the horn with those
in the enclosure. Partially
install one long bolt and
then the other one. It may
be necessary to lift the horn
slightly so that the bolts
install smoothly. Do not
force or cross-thread them.
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Step 9
Step 7
Step 11
Step 8
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SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Subwoofer Controls and Connections (1500 Array Only)
¡ Line-Level Input
2
™ Line-Level Output
3
4
5
6
7
£ Power Indicator
0
1
¢ Subwoofer Level (Volume) Control
∞ Crossover Adjustment
§ Phase Switch
¶ LP/LFE Selector
• On/Off Auto Switch
ª Power Switch
Connection:
If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS
®
®
receiver/processor with a low-frequency-
effects (LFE) output, set LFE/LP switch to
LFE. If you prefer to use the crossover
built into the 1500 Array, set the LFE/LP
Switch ¶ to LP.
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SUBWOOFER OR
LFE OUTPUT
The 1500 Array includes
a line output. This output
allows you to “daisy chain”
one 1500 Array to multiple
1500 Array subwoofers.
Simply connect the first
subwoofer as described
above and then run a
SUBWOOFER OR
LFE OUTPUT
subwoofer cable from the
line output(s) to the line
input on the next sub.
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1500 ARRAY OPERATION
Power On
plug connected to a “live”
receptacle? Has the Power
Switch ª been pressed to
the “on” position? Once you
have confirmed that the sub-
woofer is active, proceed by
playing a CD or movie. Use a
selection that has ample bass
information.
If your main speakers can
comfortably reproduce some
low-frequency sounds, set this
control to a lower frequency
setting, between 50Hz and
100Hz. This will concentrate
the subwoofer’s efforts on
the ultradeep bass sounds
required by today’s films and
music. If you are using smaller
bookshelf speakers that do
not extend to the lower bass
frequencies, set the Crossover
Adjustment Control to a higher
setting, between 120Hz and
150Hz.
Plug your subwoofer’s AC cord
into a wall outlet. Do not use
the outlets on the back of the
receiver.
Initially set the Subwoofer
Level (Volume) Control ¢ to
the “min” position.
Turn on your sub by pressing
the Power Switch ª on the
rear panel.
Set the overall volume control
of the preamplifier or stereo
to a comfortable level. Adjust
the Subwoofer Level (Volume)
Control ¢ until you obtain a
pleasing blend of bass. Bass
response should not over-
power the room but rather
should be adjusted so there is
a harmonious blend across the
entire musical range. Many
users have a tendency to set
the subwoofer volume too
loud, adhering to the belief
that a subwoofer is there to
produce lots of bass. This is
not entirely true. A subwoofer
is there to enhance bass,
extending the response of
the entire system so the bass
can be felt as well as heard.
However, overall balance
must be maintained or the
music will not sound natural.
An experienced listener will
set the volume of the sub-
woofer so its impact on bass
response is always there but
never obtrusive.
Auto On/Standby
With the Power Switch ª
in the “on” position, the Power
Indicator LED £ will remain
backlit in red or green to
indicate the On/Standby
mode of the subwoofer.
Phase Control
The Phase Switch § deter-
mines whether the subwoofer
speaker’s pistonlike action
moves in and out with the main
speakers (0˚) or opposite the
main speakers (180˚). Proper
phase adjustment depends
on several variables, such as
subwoofer placement and
listener position. Adjust the
Phase Switch to maximize
bass output at the listening
position.
RED = STANDBY (No signal
detected, Amp Off)
GREEN = ON (Signal detected,
Amp On)
The subwoofer will auto-
matically enter the Standby
mode after approximately 10
minutes when no signal is
detected from your system.
The subwoofer will then power
ON instantly when a signal is
detected. During periods of
normal use, the Power Switch
ª can be left on. You may turn
off the Power Switch ª for
extended periods of non-
operation, e.g., when you are
away on vacation.
Crossover Adjustments
If the Auto Switch • is in the
“on” position, the subwoofer
will remain on.
NOTE: This control will have
no effect if the LP/LFE Selector
Switch ¶ is set to “LFE.” If
you have a Dolby Digital or
DTS processor/receiver, the
Crossover Frequency is set
by the processor/receiver.
Consult your owner’s manual
to learn how to view or change
this setting.
Adjust Level
Turn on your entire audio
system and start a CD or movie
soundtrack at a moderate
level. Turn up the Subwoofer
Level (Volume) Control ¢
about halfway. If no sound
emanates from the subwoofer,
check the AC-line cord and
input cables. Are the con-
nectors on the cables making
proper contact? Is the AC
The Crossover Adjustment
Control ∞ determines the
highest frequency at which the
subwoofer reproduces sounds.
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GENERAL CONNECTION INFORMATION
Separate and strip the ends of
the speaker wire (not supplied)
as shown. Speakers and
electronics terminals have
corresponding (+) and (–)
terminals. Most manufacturers
of speakers and electronics,
including JBL, use red to
a stripe or other demarcation.
It is important to connect both
speakers identically: (+) on the
speaker to (+) on the amplifier
and (–) on the speaker to (–)
on the amplifier. Wiring “out of
phase” results in thin sound,
weak bass and a poor
the speakers in your system
with the correct polarity
remains equally important in
order to preserve the proper
ambience and directionality
of the program material.
denote the (+) terminal and
black for the (–) terminal.
stereo image.
With the advent of multi-
channel surround sound
systems, connecting all of
The (+) lead of the speaker
wire is sometimes noted with
WIRING THE SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Make sure all
equipment is turned off before
making any connections.
Both the amount of bass you
hear and the stereo-image
quality will be affected by a
number of different factors,
including the room’s size and
shape, the construction
materials used to build the
room, the listener’s position
relative to the speakers, and
the position of the speakers in
the room.
For speaker connections, use
a high-quality speaker wire
with polarity coding. The side
of the wire with a ridge or other
coding is usually considered
positive (+) polarity.
Figure 1
NOTE: If desired, consult
your local JBL dealer about
speaker wire and connection
options.
Listen to a variety of music
selections and note the bass
level. If there is too much bass,
move the speakers away from
nearby walls. Conversely, if you
place the speakers closer to
the walls, there will be more
bass output.
The speakers have coded
terminals that accept a variety
of wire connectors. The most
common connection is shown
in Figure 1.
Figure 2
FINAL
ADJUSTMENTS
To ensure proper polarity,
connect each + terminal on
Nearby reflecting surfaces can
adversely affect stereo-imaging
quality. If this happens, try
angling the speakers slightly
inward toward the listening
position until the optimum
effect is achieved.
Check the speakers for
the back of the amplifier or
playback, first by setting the
receiver to the respective +
system volume control to a
(red) terminal on each speaker,
minimum level, and then by
as shown in Figure 2. Connect
applying power to your audio
the – (black) terminals in a
system. Play a favorite music
similar way. See the owner’s
or video segment and increase
guides that were included
CARE OF YOUR
SPEAKER SYSTEM
Each Project Array enclosure
has a finish that does not
require any routine main-
tenance. When needed, use
a soft cloth to remove any
fingerprints or dust from
the enclosure or grille.
the system volume control to a
with your amplifier, receiver
comfortable level.
and television to confirm
NOTE: You should hear
connection procedures.
balanced audio reproduction
across the entire frequency
spectrum. If not, check all
wiring connections or consult
the authorized JBL dealer from
whom you purchased the
system for more help.
IMPORTANT: Do not reverse
–
–
polarities (i.e., + to or to +)
when making connections.
Doing so will cause poor
imaging and diminished bass
response.
NOTE: Do not use any cleaning
products or polishes on the
cabinet or grille.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If there is no sound
from any of the
speakers:
If the system plays
mode. If it is not, check to see
whether your receiver/amplifier
has other surround modes you
may use.
at low volumes but
shuts off as volume
is increased:
• Check that receiver/amplifier
is on and a source is playing.
• Check all wires and con-
nections between receiver/
amplifier and speakers. Make
sure all wires are connected.
Make sure none of the speaker
wires are frayed, cut or
punctured.
• In Dolby Digital or DTS modes,
make sure your receiver/
processor is configured so
that the surround speakers
are enabled.
• Check all wires and con-
nections between receiver/
amplifier and speakers. Make
sure all wires are connected.
Make sure none of the speaker
wires are frayed, cut or
punctured.
• Review the operation of your
DVD player and the jacket of
your DVD to make sure that
the DVD features the desired
Dolby Digital or DTS mode,
and that you have properly
selected that mode using both
the DVD player’s menu and the
DVD disc’s menu.
• If more than one pair of main
speakers is being used, check
the minimum impedance
requirements of your
• Review proper operation of
your receiver/amplifier.
receiver/amplifier.
If there is no sound
coming from one
speaker:
If there is low (or
no) bass output
(1500 Array):
• Check the “Balance” control
on your receiver/amplifier.
• Make sure the connections
to the left and right “Speaker
Inputs” have the correct
polarity (+ and –).
• Check all wires and con-
nections between receiver/
amplifier and speakers. Make
sure all wires are connected.
Make sure none of the
speaker wires are frayed,
cut or punctured.
• Make sure the subwoofer
is plugged into an active elec-
trical outlet.
• Make sure the Power Switch
ª is on.
• In Dolby Digital or DTS
modes, make sure that the
receiver/processor is con-
figured so that the speaker in
question is enabled.
• In Dolby Digital or DTS
modes, make sure your
receiver/processor is con-
figured so that the subwoofer
and LFE output are enabled.
If there is no sound
from the center
speaker:
• Adjust the Subwoofer Level
Control ¢.
• Check all wires and connec-
tions between the receiver/
amplifier and speaker. Make
sure all wires are connected.
Make sure none of the
speaker wires are frayed,
cut or punctured.
If there is no sound
from the surround
speakers:
• Check all wires and con-
nections between receiver/
amplifier and speakers. Make
sure all wires are connected.
Make sure none of the speaker
wires are frayed, cut or
punctured.
• If your receiver/processor is
®
set in Dolby Pro Logic mode,
make sure the center speaker
is not in phantom mode.
• Review proper operation of
your receiver/amplifier and its
surround sound features.
• If your receiver/processor
is set in Dolby Digital or DTS
mode, make sure the receiver/
processor is configured so
that the center speaker is
enabled.
• Make sure the movie or TV
show you are watching is
recorded in a surround sound
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SPECIFICATIONS
1400 ARRAY
1000 ARRAY
800 ARRAY
880 ARRAY
1500 ARRAY
3-Way, 14" (350mm)
Floorstanding
3-Way, 10" (250mm)
Floorstanding
3-Way, 8" (200mm)
Bookshelf
3-Way, Dual 8"
(200mm) Center
15" (380mm)1000-Watt
Front-Firing Sub
Ultrahigh-Frequency
Transducer
045Ti: 1" Pure-titanium
compression driver
with aluminum
045Ti: 1" Pure-titanium
compression driver
with aluminum
045Ti: 1" Pure-titanium
compression driver
with aluminum
045Ti: 1" Pure-titanium
compression driver
with aluminum
N/A
edge-wound voice coil
and 2" neodymium
edge-wound voice coil
and 2" neodymium
edge-wound voice coil
and 2" neodymium
edge-wound voice coil
and 2" neodymium
motor assembly, mounted
motor assembly, mounted
motor assembly, mounted
motor assembly, mounted
™
™
™
™
in a SonoGlass constant-
in a SonoGlass constant-
in a SonoGlass constant-
in a SonoGlass constant-
directivity horn
directivity horn
directivity horn
directivity horn
High-Frequency
Transducer
435AL-1: 3" Aquaplas-treated
aluminum-dome compression
driver with aluminum
175Nd-3: 1-3/4" Aquaplas-treated
aluminum-dome compression
driver with aluminum
175Nd-3: 1-3/4" Aquaplas-treated
aluminum-dome compression
driver with aluminum
435AL: 3" Aquaplas-treated
aluminum-dome compression
driver with aluminum
N/A
edge-wound voice coil and
neodymium motor assembly,
mounted in a vertical SonoGlass
constant-directivity horn
edge-wound voice coil and
neodymium motor assembly,
mounted in a vertical SonoGlass
constant-directivity horn
edge-wound voice coil and
neodymium motor assembly,
mounted in a vertical SonoGlass
edge-wound voice coil and
neodymium motor assembly,
mounted in a vertical SonoGlass
constant-directivity horn
™
™
™
™
constant-directivity horn
Low-Frequency
Transducer
LE14H-3: 14" Aquaplas-treated
pulp-cone driver with rubber
surround and massive ferrite
motor assembly with 4" copper
edge-wound voice coil, mounted
in a trapezoidal enclosure
Array 10: 10" Polymer-treated
pulp-cone driver with rubber
surround, 1-1/2" copper
voice coil and ferrite
motor assembly, mounted in
a trapezoidal enclosure
Array 8: 8" Polymer-treated
pulp-cone driver with rubber
surround, 1-1/2" copper
voice coil and ferrite
motor assembly, mounted in
a trapezoidal enclosure
Dual Array 8C: 8" Polymer-treated
pulp-cone drivers with 1-1/2"
voice coils wound on
an aluminum former and ferrite
motor assemblies, mounted on
angled baffles in independent
trapezoidal enclosures
W1500H: 15" Pulp-cone
driver with rubber surround
and massive ferrite motor
assembly with 4" copper edge-
wound voice coil, mounted
in a trapezoidal enclosure
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)
89dB
89dB
88dB
90dB
N/A
Frequency
32Hz – 40kHz
35Hz – 40kHz
55Hz – 40kHz
70Hz – 40kHz
25Hz – 400Hz, variable
Response (–3dB)
Recommended
10 – 300 Watts
10 – 200 Watts
10 – 200 Watts
10 – 200 Watts
N/A
Amplifier Power Range
Crossover Frequencies
Nominal Impedance
Port
750Hz, 8kHz
8 Ohms
900Hz, 8kHz
8 Ohms
1000Hz, 8kHz
8 Ohms
1000Hz, 8kHz
8 Ohms
N/A
40Hz – 140Hz HP
N/A
4" Flared
3-3/8" Flared
2" Flared
4" Flared
Dimensions
(H x W x D)
46-1/2" x 15-1/2" x 19"
(1181mm x 394mm x 483mm)
43-1/2" x 12-1/4" x 17"
(1105mm x 311mm x 432mm)
29-1/4" x 10-3/4" x 14"
(743mm x 273mm x 356mm)
12-1/4" x 28-3/4" x 11"
(311mm x 730mm x 279mm)
23" x 19-1/2" x 19"
(584mm x 495mm x 483mm)
21" (533mm)
Deep with grille
Weight (each)
115 lb (52kg)
70 lb (32kg)
40 lb (18kg)
46 lb (21kg)
125 lb (57kg)
All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
JBL and Harman International are trademarks of Harman International Industries,
Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries.
1400 Array, 1000 Array, 800 Array, 880 Array
1500 Array (230V only)
Project Array, Pro Sound Comes Home and SonoGlass are trademarks of
Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity
Dolby and Pro Logic are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
We, Harman Consumer Group International
2, route de Tours
72500 Château du Loir
We, Harman Consumer Group International
2, route de Tours
72500 Château du Loir
™
France
France
PRO SOUND COMES HOME
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
declare in own responsibility that the product
described in this owner’s manual is in compliance
with technical standards:
JBL Consumer Products, 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797 USA
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA
2, route de Tours, 72500 Château du Loir, France
© 2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Part No. 406-000-05331-E
EN 55013:2001+A1:2003
EN 55020:2002+A1:2003
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001
EN 60065:2002
Laurent Rault
Harman Consumer Group International
Château du Loir, France 1/06
Laurent Rault
Harman Consumer Group International
Château du Loir, France 1/06
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