S P E C IF IC A T IO N S
S P 5
S P 6
S P 6 C
S P 8
S P 8 C
Frequency Response
Frequency Response
Frequency Response
Frequency Response
Frequency Response
45 – 20kHz (–10dB)
38 – 20kHz (–10dB)
40 – 20kHz (–10dB)
30 – 20kHz (–10dB)
32 – 20kHz (–10dB)
Recommended Maximum
Recommended Maximum
Recommended Maximum
Recommended Maximum
Recommended Maximum
Amplifier Power
†
Amplifier Power
†
Amplifier Power
†
Amplifier Power
†
Amplifier Power
†
60 watts
80 watts
80 watts
100 watts
100 watts
Impedance
Impedance
Impedance
Impedance
Impedance
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
87dB (2.83V/1m)
88dB (2.83V/1m)
88dB (2.83V/1m)
89dB (2.83V/1m)
89dB (2.83V/1m)
Crossover Frequency
3,000Hz
Crossover Frequency
2,000Hz
Crossover Frequency
3,000Hz
Crossover Frequency
2,000Hz
Crossover Frequency
3,000Hz
Woofer
Woofer
Woofer
Woofer
Woofer
5-1/4" titanium-laminate cone
w/rubber surround
6-1/2" titanium-laminate cone
w/rubber surround
6-1/2" titanium-laminate cone
w/rubber surround
8" titanium-laminate cone
w/rubber surround
8" titanium-laminate cone
w/rubber surround
Tweeter
Tweeter
Tweeter
Tweeter
Tweeter
1" titanium-laminate dome,
w/Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal
waveguide and swivel mount
1" titanium-laminate dome,
w/Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal
waveguide and swivel mount
1" titanium-laminate dome,
w/Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal
waveguide and swivel mount
1" titanium-laminate dome,
w/Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal
waveguide and swivel mount
1" titanium-laminate dome,
w/Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal
waveguide and swivel mount
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Plate Size (W x H)
Plate Size (W x H)
Plate Size (Diameter)
9-3/16" (233mm)
Plate Size (W x H)
Plate Size (Diameter)
7-1/2" x 10" (191mm x 254mm)
Mounting Cutout Size (W x H)
8-1/2" x 11" (216mm x 279mm)
Mounting Cutout Size (W x H)
10-1/8" x 13-1/8" (257mm x 333mm) 10-7/8" (275mm)
Mounting Cutout Size (Dia.)
Mounting Cutout Size (W x H)
Mounting Cutout Size (Dia.)
6-1/8" x 8-11/16" (156mm x 221mm) 7-1/8" x 9-11/16" (181mm x 246mm) 7-7/8" (200mm)
8-7/8" x 11-13/16" (225mm x 300mm) 9-1/2" (240mm)
Mounting Depth
Mounting Depth
Mounting Depth
Mounting Depth
Mounting Depth
3-3/4" (95mm)
3-7/8" (98mm)
4-1/4" (108mm)
4" (102mm)
4-1/4" (108mm)
All features and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Declaration of Conformity
†The maximum recommended amplifier power
rating will ensure proper system headroom to
allow for occasional peaks. We do not recom-
mend sustained operation at these maximum
power levels.
We, Harman Consumer International
2, route de Tours
72500 Chateau-du-Loir
France
declare in own responsibility, that the products described in this
owner’s manual are in compliance with technical standards:
*Trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
EN 50081-1:1992
EN 50082-1:1997
Luc E. Godard
Harman Consumer International
Chateau-du-Loir, France 5/02
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JBL Consumer Products
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329
800-336-4JBL (4525) (USA only)
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S P 5 , S P 6 , S P 6 C , S P 8 , S P 8 C
S O U N D P O IN T ™ S E R IE S
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L : Combine the superior performance of traditional
JBL loudspeakers with the convenience of in-wall installation.
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to purchase the correct rough-in frame kit.
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T W E E T E R T Y P E : Titanium-laminate-dome with EOS
S P 5 , S P 6 , S P 6 C ,
S P 8 , S P 8 C
waveguide, and swivel mount
©2002 JBL, Incorporated
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F E R T Y P E : Titanium-laminate cone with rubber surround
JBL is a registered trademark of JBL, Incorporated.
Part No.ai5235
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C R O S
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O V E R N E T W O R K : Straight-Line Signal Path (SSP)
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O W N E R ’S G U ID E
E X IS T IN G C O N S T R U C T IO N
S P E A K E R C O N N E C T IO N S
C O N N E C T IO N T IP S
S P 5 , S P 6 , S P 8
The wires for both speakers
should be the same length. If
one speaker is placed closer to
the amplifier than the other,
hide the excess wire behind
the wall.
Speakers and electronics
terminals have corresponding
(+) and (–) terminals. Most
manufacturers of speakers and
electronics, including JBL, use
red to denote the (+) terminal
and black for the (–) terminal.
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 stereo
image. With the advent of multi-
channel surround-sound
≥1/2"
≥1/2"
≥1/2"
Remove the grille from the
speaker frame.
Determine the correct speaker
location.
Note: Always allow at least
one-half inch between a wall
Note: Remove the inner template, stud and the speaker cutout or
which is the paint shield, at the
perforation. Use the outer tem-
plate when cutting the drywall.
the locking tabs will not be able
to swivel into place.
systems, connecting all of the
speakers in your system with
the correct polarity remains
equally important in order to
preserve the proper ambience
and directionality of the
W IR E LE N G T H
Up to 20 ft.
Up to 30 ft.
R E C O M M E N D E D S IZ E
16 gauge
12 gauge
10 gauge
program material.
Greater than 30 ft.
Place the frame assembly
in the wall.
Cut the drywall.
Connect the speaker wires
to the speaker.
IN S TA LLA T IO N
The SoundPoint™ Series in-wall
speakers were designed to be
easily installed. However, if you
are unsure of your ability to prop-
T O O LS N E E D E D
erly install these loudspeakers,
please contact your dealer or a
qualified installer.
Pencil
Phillips #2 screwdriver
Screw down each of the four
Phillips head screws. The
locking tabs will swivel into
place and secure the unit to
the rear surface of the drywall.
Replace the metal grille.
Measuring tape
Carpenter’s level
Utility knife
Awl
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5
E X IS T IN G C O N S T R U C T IO N
N E W C O N S T R U C T IO N
S P 6 C , S P 8 C
You will need to purchase the correct rough-in frame kit for your model:
S P E A K E R M O D E L
R O U G H - IN F R A M E K IT
SP5
RIF5
SP6
SP6C
SP8
RIF6
RIF6C
RIF8
≥1/2"
≥1/2"
≥1/2"
SP8C
RIF8C
Detailed installation instructions are supplied with the rough-in kit.
Remove the grille from
the speaker frame.
Determine the correct speaker
location.
Note: Remove the inner template, one-half inch between a wall
Cut the drywall.
Note: Always allow at least
P A IN T IN G T H E S P E A K E R
F R A M E A N D G R ILLE
which is the paint shield, at the
perforation. Use the outer tem-
plate when cutting the drywall.
stud and the speaker cutout or
the locking tabs will not be able
to swivel into place.
SoundPoint™ Series loud-
baffle. This will protect the
speaker components and baf-
fle from paint residue. Use a
high-quality spray paint, and
apply a thin coat of color.
Be certain the grille perfora-
tions remain free of paint.
Filling them with paint will
diminish the sound quality.
Note: Gently remove the
acoustical foam blanket from
the grille before painting.
Reattach the blanket after the
paint has dried.
speakers can be painted to
match any decor. If you wish
to change their color, the satin
finish on the grille and frame
will function as a primer coat.
Before painting, install the
paint shield (inner section of
template in the assembly kit)
securely into the recess in the
T R O U B LE S H O O T IN G
Connect the speaker wires
to the speaker.
Place the frame assembly
in the wall.
Screw down each of the four
Phillips head screws. The
locking tabs will swivel into
place and secure the unit to
the rear surface of the drywall.
IF T H E R E IS N O
S O U N D F R O M A N Y
O F T H E S P E A K E R S :
sure none of the speaker wires
are frayed, cut or punctured.
“LARGE.” See your
receiver/processor’s owner’s
manual for futher information
on correct speaker configura-
tion in Dolby Digital, DTS and
other surround-sound modes.
• Check that receiver/amplifier
is on and a source is playing.
IF T H E R E IS LO W (O R
N O ) B A S S O U T P U T:
• Make sure the connections
to the left and right “Speaker
Inputs” have the correct polar-
ity (+ and –).
• Check all wires and connec-
tions between receiver/ampli-
fier and speakers. Make sure
all wires are connected. Make
sure none of the speaker wires
are frayed, cut or punctured.
IF T H E S Y S T E M P LA Y S
A T LO W V O LU M E S
B U T S H U T S O F F A S
V O LU M E IS IN C R EA S ED :
• Consider adding a powered
subwoofer to your system.
• In Dolby* Digital or DTS®
modes, make sure your
receiver/processor is correctly
configured. When using a sub-
woofer, make sure the sub-
woofer output of the
receiver/processor has been
enabled. If no subwoofer is
being used, make sure the left
and right front and rear speakers
have been configured as
• Check all wires and connec-
tions between receiver/ampli-
fier and speakers. Make sure
all wires are connected. Make
sure none of the speaker wires
are frayed, cut or punctured.
Replace the metal grille.
• Review proper operation of
your receiver/amplifier.
IF TH E R E IS N O S O U N D
C O M IN G F R O M O N E
S P E A K E R :
• If more than one pair of main
speakers is being used, check
the minimum-impedance
requirements of your
• Check the “Balance” control
on your receiver/amplifier.
• Check all wires and connec-
tions between receiver/ampli-
fier and speakers. Make sure
all wires are connected. Make
receiver/amplifier.
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