JBL PROJECT K2 S5800 Owner's Manual
JBL PROJECT K2 S5800 Owner's Manual

JBL PROJECT K2 S5800 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S GUIDE
PROJECT
K2 S5800
3-WAY
FLOORSTANDING
SPEAKER SYSTEM
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  • Page 1 OWNER’S GUIDE PROJECT K2 S5800 3-WAY FLOORSTANDING SPEAKER SYSTEM ® ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PREFACE CHAPTER 1 – LEGACY: THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT CHAPTER 2 – THE PROJECT K2 S5800 LOUDSPEAKER: CHAPTER 3 – UNPACKING THE PROJECT K2 S5800 SYSTEM CHAPTER 4 – SELECTING CABLE CHAPTER 5 – AMPLIFIER RECOMMENDATIONS CHAPTER 6 – PLACEMENT AND SETUP CONSIDERATIONS CHAPTER 7 –...
  • Page 3: Preface

    Also, we believe that the historical and technical information included will add immeasurably to your total enjoyment of the loudspeaker system. Project K2 S5800 is unpar- alleled in the field of sound repro- duction. The story and principles behind it are an interesting, inform- ative and fitting precursor to a life- time of musical enjoyment.
  • Page 4: Chapter 1 - Legacy: The Historical Development Of The Jbl Project Loudspeakers

    They are Hartsfield, Paragon, Everest, K2 S9500/7500 and K2 S5500. The newest models are the K2 S5800 and K2 S9800. Although differing in performance details and physical attributes, each of the Project loudspeakers has...
  • Page 5 90 Horizontal 50 Vertical Curved Dress Panel Spiked Feet Foot Base Figure 1. Cutaway view of Project K2 S5800 speaker system. the dual woofers than the older generations’ 2-inch diaphragm. Both compression drivers are mounted in a unique combination Bi-Radial ®...
  • Page 6 Despite its power and sophistica- tion, Project K2 S5800 is a marriage of tradition and technology. It reflects the design, engineering and manufacturing expertise derived and refined through nearly six...
  • Page 7: Chapter 2 - The Project K2 S5800 Loudspeaker

    A TRIUMPH IN ACOUSTICS AND TECHNOLOGY Figure 2. Height of K2 S5800 speaker system in relation to listener. The following sections describe the primary features and compo- nents of the Project K2 S5800 loudspeaker system. The enclosure of the K2 S5800...
  • Page 8 HIGH-FREQUENCY COMPRESSION DRIVER See Figure 4. The 435Al neodymium high- frequency compression driver is based on the professional JBL 2430 device. It incorporates a rare-earth neodymium magnet structure, designed by extensive computer modeling, including finite element analysis, which combines the attributes of efficiency, strength, low mass and compact size.
  • Page 9 All switches and compo- nents are of the highest quality for long life and reduced distortion of all types. The network also utilizes JBL’s pro- prietary Charge-Coupled Linear Definition topology, which effec- ™...
  • Page 10: Chapter 3 - Unpacking The Project K2 S5800 System

    CHAPTER 3 – UNPACKING THE PROJECT K2 S5800 SYSTEM All components of the Project K2 system have been very carefully packed for maximum protection against damage. As with any superior audio product, it is advisable to keep the original packing materials in case it is necessary to transport the Project K2 S5800 system.
  • Page 11: Chapter 5 - Amplifier Recommendations

    No single type of amplifier is specified for use with the Project K2 S5800 system. The speakers are highly efficient and will operate adequately with an amplifier or receiver of 70–100 watts. However, the transient response and audio definition of a high-end...
  • Page 12: Chapter 6 - Placement And Setup Considerations

    Verify the integrity of Figure 7. Room placement of K2 S5800 speaker system. the floor surface before placing and setting up the speakers. See Floor Requirements.
  • Page 13: Chapter 7 - Project K2 S5800 Switch Operations

    CHAPTER 7 – PROJECT K2 S5800 SWITCH OPERATIONS The K2 S5800 has two switches mounted on the network panel on the rear of the enclosure. The switches are covered by an access plate which is easily removed by unscrewing the two mounting screws.
  • Page 14: Controls And Connections

    CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ¡ (–) Figure 9. K2 S5800 controls and connections. ¡ Bias Battery: The bias battery supplies constant DC bias to the crossover capacitors, eliminating crossover distortion at zero electric potential. Replace the test battery...
  • Page 15 SHORTING BARS The K2 S5800 is shipped with short- ing bars installed between its low- frequency and high-frequency terminals. Please see Figure 10. To prepare the K2 S5800 for bi-wire or bi-amp operation, these bars must be removed by completely...
  • Page 16 Figure 13. Connecting speaker wires using bare-wire method. THE WOOFER GRILLE: The grilles on the Project K2 S5800 loudspeaker system have been designed for maximum acoustical transparency. For the most critical listening, however, JBL suggests removing the grilles.
  • Page 17: Chapter 8 - Project K2 S5800 Care And Maintenance

    The Project K2 S5800 loudspeaker system is sprayed in a poly- urethane finish and requires no maintenance other than an occa- sional dusting with a soft, dry, lint- free cotton cloth. The horns may also be wiped with a soft cloth. Treat the surface very carefully to avoid scratching the finish.
  • Page 18: Chapter 9 - Troubleshooting And Service Guide

    If the problem remains in the same speaker, then the fault is in the loudspeaker. In this event, consult your Project K2 S5800 specialist dealer for assistance. If, however, the problem has moved to the other speaker, then the cause is in either a cable or an electronic component.
  • Page 19: K2 S5800 Specifications

    * Trademark of Dolby Laboratories. DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. JBL and Bi-Radial are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated. SonoGlass, Aquaplas, Symmetrical Field Geometry and Charge-Coupled Linear Definition are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
  • Page 20 PRO SOUND COMES HOME ™ JBL Consumer Products www.jbl.com © 2003 Harman International Industries, Incorporated Part No. 339519-001 A Harman International Company ®...

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