OWNER’S GUIDE
P RODUCT LINE:
NORTHRIDGE S ERIES
MODEL NUMBERS :
N24, N24AW, N26, N26AW, N-CENTER
P RO S OUND COMES HOME™
S P EAKER P LACEMENT
Proper placement of the
speakers is an important
step in obtaining the most
realistic soundstage
the optimum placement of
the loudspeakers. Use these
placement recommendations
as a guide. Slight variations
will not diminish your
All of the Northridge Series
loudspeakers referred to in
this guide are video-shielded
(except models N24AW and
N26AW) and can safely be
placed near a television.
possible. These recom-
mendations are for
listening pleasure.
MODELS:N24, N24AW, N26, N26AW
As Front Speakers
Note for all-weather
models: While the
N24AW and N26AW are
weather-resistant, they
are not designed to be
immersed in water. Be
selective in your
o – 60o
40
outdoor placement.
Placing these speakers
under roof eaves or a
patio awning will offer
some shelter and help
contribute to years
of trouble-free
As Surround Speakers
performance. When
installed outdoors, the
speakers should be
angled down slightly,
using the mounting
brackets that are
5–6 ft.
included with models
N24 and N24AW
(brackets are optional
for models N26 and
N26AW).
MODEL:N-CENTER
The N-CENTER center-channel
loudspeaker is designed to
complement all of the
0–2 ft.
Northridge Series loudspeakers.
It is the ideal way to re-create
the cinematic experience in
your home.
TROUBLES HOOTING
If there is no sound from
any of the speakers:
If the system plays at low
volumes but shuts off as
volume is increased:
If there is no sound from
the center speaker:
• Check that receiver/
amplifier is on and that a
source is playing.
• Make sure that your
• Check all wires and
connections between
receiver/amplifier
and speakers.
receiver’s “Center-Channel”
mode is in the ”Normal“ or
”Wide“ position. If it is in
the ”Phantom“ position, the
center speaker will not play.
• Review proper operation
of your receiver/amplifier.
• Make sure all wires are
connected. Make sure none
of the speaker wires are
frayed, cut or punctured.
• Check all connections
between processor/
amplifier and the
If there is no sound coming
from one speaker:
• Check the “Balance”
control on your receiver/
amplifier.
center speaker.
• If more than one pair of
main speakers is being
used, check the minimum
impedance requirements of
your receiver/amplifier.
• Check all wires and
connections between
receiver/amplifier
and speakers.
If there is no (or low) bass
output:
• Make sure all wires are
connected. Make sure none
of the speaker wires are
frayed, cut or punctured.
• Make sure the polarities
(+ and –)of the left and right
“Speaker Inputs” are
connected properly.
Declaration of Conformity
We, JBL Europe A/S
Kongevejen 194B
DK-3460 Birkerød
DENMARK
declare in own responsibility, that the loudspeakers
described in this owner’s manual are in compliance with
technical standards
EN 50081-1:1992
EN 50082-1:1992
Steen Michaelsen
JBL Europe A/S
Birkerød. DENMARK. 8/99
S P ECIFICATIONS
N24
N26
N-CENTER
Description: 2-Way 4" bookshelf,
2-Way 6" bookshelf,
plastic
2-Way dual 5" center
plastic
N24AW
N26AW
2-Way 4" bookshelf,
2-Way 6" bookshelf,
plastic, weather-resistant plastic, weather-resistant
Maximum
Recommended
Amplifier Power*: 100W
125W
150W
Nominal
Impedance: 8 Ohms
8 Ohms
88dB
8 Ohms
90dB
Sensitivity
(2.83V/1m): 86dB
Frequency
Response (–3dB): 75Hz – 20kHz
55Hz – 20kHz
3000Hz
80Hz – 20kHz
3500Hz
Crossover
Frequency: 3000Hz
High-Frequency
Transducer: 3/4" Titanium-laminate
dome, shielded (not
3/4" Titanium-laminate
dome, shielded (not
3/4" Titanium-laminate
dome, shielded
shielded on model N24AW) shielded on model N26AW)
Low-Frequency
Transducer
:
4" PolyPlas™, shielded
(Model N24AW
6" PolyPlas™, shielded
(Model N26AW
5" PolyPlas™, shielded
uses an unshielded
WeatherPlas™ woofer)
uses an unshielded
WeatherPlas™ woofer)
Finish: Dark gray (N24)
Dark gray (N26)
Off-white (N26AW)
Dark gray
Gray cloth
Off-white (N24AW)
Grille Color: Gray cloth (N24)
Off-white mesh (N24AW)
Dimensions
Gray cloth (N26)
Off-white mesh (N26AW)
(H x W x D): 9-1/2" x 6-1/4" x 4-3/4"
241mm x 159mm x
14-1/2" x 10-3/4" x 7-3/4"
368mm x 273mm x
197mm
6-1/2" x 20-1/2" x 8-1/2"
165mm x 521mm x
216mm
121mm
Weight
Per Speaker: 4.5lbs, 2.1kgs
8.3lbs, 3.8kgs
10lbs, 4.6kgs
P RO S OUND
*The maximum recommended amplifier power rating
will ensure proper system headroom to allow for
occasional peaks. We do not recommend sustained
operation at these maximum power levels.
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exceed original specifications unless otherwise stated.
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