JBL SP150 User Manual

Your new JBL
®
SP150 150-watt powered subwoofer incorporates
a 10" (250mm) down-firing cone transducer and a built-in high-
performance 150-watt amplifier that deliver the powerful, dynamic
and accurate low-frequency performance that makes your film
soundtracks and music come alive. And with line-level and
speaker-level inputs, adjustable crossover and phase controls
and automatic turn on/off, the SP150 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.jbl.com.
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JBL SP150 Specifications

General

Brand	JBL
Model	SP150
Category	Subwoofer
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Subwoofer Rear-Panel Controls and Connections

Auto-On Switch

Controls automatic power-on based on audio signal detection.

Phase Switch

Adjusts subwoofer driver's piston action relative to satellite speakers for optimal sound.

Line-Level Input Connector

Connects to a receiver's dedicated subwoofer output using an RCA cable.

Crossover Frequency Control

Sets the highest frequency the subwoofer reproduces, affecting bass overlap.

Volume Control

Adjusts the subwoofer's output volume level.

Speaker-Level Input Connectors

Connects to receiver's front speaker outputs when no line-level output is available.

Speaker-Level Output Connectors

Connects satellite speakers to the subwoofer when using speaker-level inputs.

AC Fuse Holder

Houses the replaceable AC fuse for power protection.

Power Cord

Connects the subwoofer to an active AC electrical outlet for operation.

Placing the Subwoofer

Connecting the Subwoofer

Connection to Receiver with Line-Level Output

Connects via RCA cable to receiver's subwoofer output.

Connection to Receiver without Line-Level Output

Connects via speaker wire to receiver's front speaker outputs.

Operating the Subwoofer

Turning the Subwoofer On and Off

Explains auto-on/off functionality and manual off setting.

Subwoofer Adjustments: Crossover Control

Fine-tunes bass frequency overlap with satellite speakers.

Subwoofer Adjustments: Volume

Sets the optimal listening volume for music and films.

Subwoofer Adjustments: Phase

Optimizes bass impact and clarity by aligning subwoofer and speaker phasing.

Specifications