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Troubleshooting

Problem

Check the following

There are no lights on the unit

 

The power cord is plugged into the receiver and into the AC 

 

power outlet. 

 

The power button is pressed in.

 

If a red LED is present, the receiver is in standby mode. Press any button 
on the front panel or the standby button on the remote control.

The unit responds erratically or not at all 
to the remote control

 

There are fresh batteries in the remote control.

 

The front panel window is visible and you are pointing the remote 
control towards it.

The front panel display is blank

 

The display hasn’t been turned off. Press the 

 button on the front 

panel or remote control.

No picture is being produced

 

Your viewing device is turned on and switched to display your receiver. 
Test by pressing the 

 button on the receiver or on the remote and 

look for the main menu screen on your display device.

 

The correct video input is selected on the receiver.

 

The video source is on, is operating normally, and is in ‘play’ mode if 
appropriate.

There are bright edges or ‘ghosts’ on the 
picture

 

Ensure the ‘sharpness’ control on your display device is switched off or 
set to near minimum.

 

For hdmi connections, try using a shorter cable or alternatively a 
different brand.

No sound is produced

 

The correct input has been selected.

 

The ‘

audio source

’ has been set correctly in the ‘input config.’ Menu

 

The source equipment is on, is operating normally and is in ‘play’ mode 
if appropriate.

 

The volume is turned up to a reasonable level and the receiver is not 
in mute mode.

The sound is poor or distorted

 

You have not excessively increased the input sensitivity (i.e. Reduced 
the maximum input signal voltage) in the input config. Menu if an 
analog input is being used.

 

You have selected the correct size of speakers to suit your system in 
the setup menu.

Problem

Check the following

Sound only comes from some of the 
speakers

 

You have an appropriate surround source selected and playing.

 

The BD/DVD disc is encoded in the appropriate format, and the correct 
format has been selected in the disc start menu of the bd player (if 
applicable).

 

The BD/DVD player has been set to output ‘bitstream’ audio on the 
digital output.

 

The display window indicates that the disc you are playing is a 
multichannel recording (you may need to press the 

 key several 

times until you get to the ‘incoming format’ display).

 

All the speakers are correctly connected to the speaker terminals and 
are secure.

 

You have not selected ‘stereo’ as the decoding mode.

 

Your speaker balance is correct.

 

You have configured the receiver to include all the speakers in your 
system.

Unable to select Dolby or DTS decoding 
modes

 

The receiver can only apply Dolby an DTS decoding to sources which 
have been encoded in the same format.

 

Check that:

 

Digital source is selected and connected.

 

The source is playing appropriately encoded material.

 

The BD/DVD disc is encoded in the appropriate format and that the 
correct format has been selected in the disc start menu of the bd player 
(if applicable).

 

The BD/DVD player has been set to output ‘bitstream’ audio on the 
digital output.

When playing a Dolby BD/DVD, the AV 
selects Dolby Surround

 

You have a digital connection from your BD/DVD player.

 

Sometimes dolby BD/DVD discs contain material at either the 
beginning or the end of the main movie that is not in full 5.1 Format, 
but in two-channel.

Hum on an analog input

 

All cables are making a good connection. If necessary remove the cable 
from the connector and plug it fully in again (turn the power off before 
doing this).

 

The connections inside the source cable connector are not broken or 
badly soldered.

 

If the hum originates only when one particular source component is 
connected, that an antenna cable, or satellite connection to this source 
is ground isolated. Contact your installation contractor.

Summary of Contents for SDP-55

Page 1: ...QUICK START GUIDE IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSORS SDR 35 SDP 55...

Page 2: ...E EN IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSORS IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND PROCESSORS Please be sure to check www jblsynthesis com for the latest version of this guide Firmware updates and other support materi...

Page 3: ...uipment from the mains supply is to remove the mains plug The equipment must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection possible 19 Abnormal smell If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from...

Page 4: ...alled in a rack Handle the power cord carefully Hold the plug when unplugging the cord Keep the unit free from moisture water and dust Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of...

Page 5: ...etary IMAX audio mix is translated for home theater environments and exclusively delivered using a special variant of the DTS X CODEC technology to deliver the IMAX signature sound experience in the h...

Page 6: ...eshooting EN 38 Specifications EN 40 Worldwide Guarantee EN 42 Professional installation It may be that the Receiver has been installed and set up as part of your Hi Fi installation by a qualified JBL...

Page 7: ...ls the Receiver includes broadcast quality switching for HDMI 7 x HDMI2 0b HDCP2 2 video audio signals Control of the Receiver is either by front panel control buttons IR remote control IP Ethernet co...

Page 8: ...ED will glow white Standby power The Receiver can be switched into standby mode using the 2 button on the remote control While in standby mode the front panel LED will glow red and with default settin...

Page 9: ...etwork dependent and may not be available in all areas Controlling certain devices in your home requires compatible smart devices Subscriptions for services and applications may be required and additi...

Page 10: ...ONNECTORS Coaxial and optical digital audio connectors see page EN 11 VOLTAGE SELECT Ensure the voltage selected matches your local power supply HDMI CONNECTORS For information see page EN 10 DANTE PO...

Page 11: ...play input Contains Transmitter module FCC ID APILUXASTR01 IC 6132A LUXASTR01 Contains Transmitter module FCC ID APILUXABT01 IC 6132A LUXABT01 Dante ports Dante is a licensed technology from Audinate...

Page 12: ...THERNET USB 5V 0 5A FL FR SL SR C SUB1 SBL SBR PREAMP OUT PREAMP OUT ZONE2 R HEIGHT1 R SBR SBR HEIGHT1 R ZONE2 R ZONE2 L HEIGHT1 L SBL SBL HEIGHT1 L ZONE2 L SR SR FR FR C C FL FL SL SL CAMBRIDGE CB25...

Page 13: ...used connectinng using the input inputs labelled on the Receiver will aid in operation Satellite receiver A satellite receiver is connected with the same order of preference according to the outputs...

Page 14: ...ception In areas with poor signal strength you may require a roof or loft mounted aerial Contact your local JBL Synthesis dealer or aerial installation experts for advice about local reception conditi...

Page 15: ...nd the relevant zone enabled The trigger signal can be used to switch on and off compatible pieces of home entertainment equipment for example you could set up a trigger to turn on your television and...

Page 16: ...speakers is very important All speakers with the exception of the subwoofer s should be arranged around your normal viewing listening position The SDR 35 and SDP 55 decode Dolby DTS and Auro3D surrou...

Page 17: ...to the Setup Menu Spkr Types and set the Use Channels 6 7 for menu option to BiAmp L R see page EN 32 FL FR SBR SBL Link MUST be removed Link MUST be removed LINK MUST BE REMOVED LINK MUST BE REMOVED...

Page 18: ...r input PVR Personal Video Recorder input CD Compact Disc player input FM Internal tuner input DAB Internal tuner input this source is market dependent and may not be available on your Receiver NET Et...

Page 19: ...C5 system code the Receiver responds to is 16 If required for example due to another device in your system also using this RC5 system code it can be changed to 19 The supplied remote can also be repro...

Page 20: ...Setup menus DIRECT Stereo Direct on off Provides a direct analog path from the analog inputs to the left and right front outputs Switches off any surround processing modes and shuts down the DSP circ...

Page 21: ...ding hole on the short edge of the battery compartment Now press the opposite end of the battery cover with the catch down so that the cover is flush with the main body of the remote and the catch cli...

Page 22: ...is currently set for This is known as volume punch through For example if you are listening to a CD you will probably have the remote in CD Device Mode to control the CD player You can use the volume...

Page 23: ...to move in only one direction 4 To store the correct code press the Device key again The LED blinks three times to confirm that the code has been successfully stored Learning setup Method 3 The third...

Page 24: ...he remote 1 AMP BD and CD are the Device keys that may be Locked or Unlocked Lock and Unlock are toggles they change from Lock to Unlock to Lock etc 2 Press and hold the Device and keys together for t...

Page 25: ...the sub trim level is reset to the value set in the Speaker Levels menu when the unit is turned off or put into standby Toggles the mute function of the AVR VOL Adjust amplifier volume MODE Cycles th...

Page 26: ...equire you to use a number key to turn them on 0 9 Functions as original remote number key usually for channel selection DISP DisplayINFOorOSD OnScreenDisplay function if available MODE AV this functi...

Page 27: ...DISP Display INFO or OSD On Screen Display function if available 9 Channel down 9 Channel up INFO Displays program information POP UP Guide or Setup on some set top boxes Navigate setup and program s...

Page 28: ...normal play i e the display does not show the letter P press the and keys to select the track and then stores the track In program play mode the key deletes the stored track Navigate setup and CD pro...

Page 29: ...value for the crossover frequency This is the frequency below which signals are filtered away from these Small speakers and redirected to Large speakers or the subwoofer if present 80 Hz is usually th...

Page 30: ...lization If your system includes an active subwoofer start by setting its output level gain control to a value roughly matching the front speakers Although Dirac is designed to make the calibration pr...

Page 31: ...are either for information only e g incoming sampling frequency or are not currently selectable Scroll bars on the sides of the right hand panel indicate your position in the settings list where ther...

Page 32: ...oud sources and program content are matched to each other based on the ear s perception of loudness The range of values is 0 minimal levelling to 10 maximum levelling The default setting is 2 however...

Page 33: ...t of the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker only from the left right speakers as a phantom image or from all three front speakers to varying degrees DTS Dialog Control Sets t...

Page 34: ...alled each time the unit is powered up When On all user adjustments that are made during the general use of the Receiver are displayed on screen as well as the front panel display This includes the ad...

Page 35: ...st by contacting JBL Synthesis at csupport harman com For details of the available controls please refer to the control document which can be found at www jblsynthesis com for further information Airp...

Page 36: ...to all right speakers The center speaker outputs a mix of left and right Dolby Surround Dolby Surround allows the Receiver to derive up to 16 outputs from a two or multi channel source to take better...

Page 37: ...AX to fully deliver the most immersive at home entertainment experience and leverage the full quality and scale of IMAX Enhanced content The IMAX Enhanced program introduces a new standard in home ent...

Page 38: ...o the current program On music stations this is often information on the currently playing track DAB digital radio Digital Audio Broadcasting DAB radio is becoming more widely available See www worldd...

Page 39: ...nu Problem Check the following Sound only comes from some of the speakers You have an appropriate surround source selected and playing The BD DVD disc is encoded in the appropriate format and the corr...

Page 40: ...rns or persists There is no direct sunlight shining on the infra red detector behind the front panel display Volume is always too loud when I turn on The max on volume setting is not set too high If f...

Page 41: ...tinual improvement for its products This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice SDP 35 Continuous power output per channel 8 4 2 channels driven 20Hz 20kHz 0 02 THD...

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Page 43: ...ives of any type are covered under this warranty for two years from the purchase date The warranty does not cover battery replacement at any time The warranty does not cover transportation costs at an...

Page 44: ...04 Sansui 040 048 110 119 065 228 Sanyo 047 Scott 019 091 Sharp 026 094 026 175 Sherwood 024 102 106 447 Sirius 555 Sony 018 247 248 166 101 184 218 271 369 372 380 SSI 068 Sugden 430 Sunfire 344 345...

Page 45: ...Meo 031 081 Metronic 007 046 047 067 068 072 073 076 077 079 Mico 016 Morgans S L 024 Murphy 100 Nichimen 023 Nikkai 085 Onn 002 020 Pace 057 078 125 Pacific 002 Palcom 017 Panasonic 006 Philex 062 P...

Page 46: ...031 032 117 132 134 140 141 144 145 147 148 156 158 242 244 250 268 414 418 Jetpoint 268 Jmb 063 Jocel 069 074 282 283 408 Jvc 120 169 278 409 K Classic 407 Kaido 136 Kaisui 127 249 273 280 410 Kamacr...

Page 47: ...ectra 170 Standard 108 Starlite 108 171 264 Starlux 171 Stars 251 Stern 088 089 137 197 229 245 246 247 Strato 410 Strong 115 123 286 Sunkai 273 Sunstar 074 108 171 Superior 286 Supertech 074 108 171...

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Page 49: ...Harman International Industries Incorporated 8500 Balboa Boulevard Northridge CA 91329 USA...

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