JBL On-Air WEM-1 Page 4 Owner'S Manual Download

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WARNING:

The minimum load impedance that this

system can handle safely is 4 Ohms. Using lower
impedance loads can damage the unit and will void
your warranty.

Notes:

For the sake of simplicity, throughout this manual we have

used the term “source” when describing connections and operation.
This would apply to any device such as an A/V receiver, audio
component, computer or portable music player.

The JBL On Air WEM-1 may be connected to your source in several
ways. First, determine how you would like to use the WEM-1; then
follow the setup instructions for that application.

Audio sources that can be used in this application may be an A/V
receiver or audio receiver, a portable audio player, or a computer
featuring a sound card. First, determine whether your source
contains RCA-type preamp outputs for the front/main channels or
only speaker wire outputs. On an A/V or audio receiver, the preamp
outputs are usually indicated by RCA-type jacks on the back of the
receiver labeled as “pre-out” (please refer to your source’s owner’s
manual to confirm whether it includes preamp outputs). If your
source includes these RCA-type outputs, follow the steps in
Connection Option A.
If your source features only speaker wire outputs, follow steps in
Connection Option B. If your receiver does not feature either type of
outputs for the front/main channels, it cannot be used with the
WEM-1.

Connection Option A

Connecting using the preamp outputs on your source:

NOTE:

Make sure the power is turned off on all components.

Step 1.

Connect the interconnect cable (included) to the left and right
front/main preamp outputs, zone 2 outputs or REC outputs, and the
inputs on the transmitter module

, as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1.

Step 2.

Place the receiver module in the desired location in your home near
an AC outlet, as it needs to plug into the wall.

Step 3.

Connect speaker wire (not included) to the push terminals on the
receiver module

and to the connectors on your speakers, as

shown in Figure 2. Please note that speaker wire features some
form of a polarity indicator to help distinguish its two conductors.
Use this polarity indicator to ensure that you are connecting the
positive (+) terminal on one speaker to the positive (+) terminal on
the other, and the negative (–) to the negative (–).

CONNECTIONS

Figure 2.

Step 4.

Plug the transmitter module and receiver module into the wall
outlets, using the power supply and correct power cord. Make sure
the antennas

are extended upward.

Step 5.

Make sure the ID Code setting on the transmitter

is set to the

same setting as that on the receiver

. See page 5 for more

information on ID codes. If necessary, configure your receiver to
activate the preamp level outputs for the main/front channels
(consult your source’s owner’s manual for specific instructions).

When connected properly, the LED on the front of the receiver
should be red when first plugged in. When a button on the remote is
pressed, the LED should flash green until the transmitter and
receiver “lock in.” It will then also light in solid green. This LED will
light in orange if the local input on the receiver is selected (see page
5 under “Local Input” for more details).

Connection Option B

Connecting using the speaker-level outputs from your receiver:

NOTE:

Make sure power is turned off on all components.

Step 1.

Connect the speaker wire to the receiver’s speaker outputs and the
inputs on the transmitter module

, as shown in Figure 3.

Figure 3.

Step 2.

Place the receiver module in the desired location in your home near
an AC outlet, as it needs to plug into the wall.

Right Speaker

Left Speaker