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JBL DSP Amplifier DSP4086 

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Power and Ground Connections

• 

Power:

 Connect the 

+12V

 power wire to the positive terminal 

of the vehicle’s battery. Make sure the fuse and fuse holder are 
within 18” (457mm) of the battery. 

• 

Ground: 

Connect the 

GND

 wire to the negative terminal of 

the vehicle’s battery, or to the vehicle’s chassis near the battery 
with a screw. 

NOTE: 

If possible, remove any paint from the 

chassis for best contact. It is recommended to use a star 
washer below the ring connector for a secure connection.

• 

Remote-In:

 Connect the remote turn-on wire to the “Remote 

Out” lead of the source unit, if using low-level signal inputs with 
an aftermarket stereo.

 NOTE: 

If you are using high-level signal 

inputs (your vehicle’s speaker wires), you can choose to have 
the 12-volt DC offset feature turn the amplifier on when you 
turn on the vehicle power, or the audio-sensing feature turn on 
the amplifier when it detects audio signal. In either case, you 
will not have to connect the remote turn-on wire and can tape 
or cap it off to prevent the introduction of noise.

• 

Remote-Out: 

Connect the remote-out wire to external devices 

that require 12V turn-on after the JBL DSP Amplifier. This 
connection will allow turn-on of 12V devices after the amplifier 
wakes from turn-on by 12V remote-in, DC offset or audio 
signal sensing input.

Power/Protect indicators

The power light will illuminate in green when the amplifier is getting 
power and playing. The light will illuminate in red if the amp enters 
protect mode in the event of conditions such as over/under voltage, 
short circuit, amplifier output circuit failure, or excessive heat.

REMOTE

INPUT

LEVEL

LO HI HI2

REM DC AUDIO

TURN-ON

MODE

PC

SPEAKER OUTPUT CHANNELS

POWER

REM OUT GND

GND

GND

12V

12V

12V

REM IN

PRT
PWR

AUDIO

INPUT

8+

1+ 2+ 3+ 4+ 5+ 6+ 7+

8-

1- 2- 3-

4- 5-

6- 7-

Chassis ground (-)

Remote turn-on 
(blue) to stereo 
REM out

Battery

Fuse holder, 40A fuse

18" (46cm)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The JBL DSP Amplifier is an audio processor for fine-tuning of 
aftermarket audio systems. It is a self-contained audio system 
with 6-channel audio inputs, 8-channel powered audio outputs, 
an easy-to-use tuning interface a novice can understand, and 
detailed tuning capabilities to satisfy even experienced installers. 
With a USB connection to access the tuning interface using a 
Windows PC, you can control fully variable crossovers, selectable 
0-to-48 dB slopes, time delay, 31-band parametric or graphic EQ 
adjustment, assignable input-to-output mixer with input channel 
summing, channel gain, master volume control, clipping indicator 
to ensure the audio output is not distorted, and ability to save up 
to 10 presets.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

1X

4X

4X 4X 1X

6X

1X

1X

1X

4X

1X

1X

2X

1X

INSTALLATION AND WIRING

IMPORTANT: Disconnect the vehicle’s negative (–) battery 
terminal before beginning the installation.

•  Wear protective eyewear when using tools.

•  Choose a safe mounting location. Check clearances on both 

sides of the location. Be sure that screws will not puncture 
brake or fuel lines or wiring harnesses, and that wire routing will 
not interfere with vehicle operation. Use caution when drilling 
or cutting.

•  When making electrical connections, make sure they are 

secure and properly insulated.

•  Do not mount the amplifier with the heat sink facing downward, 

as this interferes with cooling.

•  Using the amplifier as a template, mark the locations of the 

holes on the mounting surface.

•  Drill pilot holes in the mounting surface.

•  Attach the amplifier to the mounting surface with the included 

sheet metal screws and washers.

Summary of Contents for JBL DSP4086

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Page 2: ...s and operation instructions Please note that proper installation of mobile audio components requires qualified experience with mechanical and electrical procedures If you do not have the knowledge and tools to perform this installation we strongly recommend consulting an authorized JBL dealer about your installation options TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 2 WHAT S IN THE BOX 2 INSTALLATION A...

Page 3: ...AUDIO TURN ON MODE PC SPEAKER OUTPUT CHANNELS POWER REM OUT GND GND GND 12V 12V 12V REM IN PRT PWR AUDIO INPUT 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Chassis ground Remote turn on blue to stereo REM out Battery Fuse holder 40A fuse 18 46cm PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The JBL DSP Amplifier is an audio processor for fine tuning of aftermarket audio systems It is a self contained audio system with 6 channel audio inp...

Page 4: ... speaker terminal and negative lead to the appropriate negative speaker terminal Then plug the speaker output wiring harness into the DSP Amplifier NOTE You can connect up to 8 speakers to the JBL DSP Amplifier then specify the frequencies the amplifiers sends to each one with the JBL tuning software See Setting the Sound for details NOTE If you decide you need more power in your system you can use t...

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Page 6: ...master volume value b The current subwoofer volume level for channel 7 or 8 and adjustable from 30dB to 6dB when using the remote bass control c The voltage the amplifier is reading at the power input d The amplifier s current operating temperature e Your current system configuration 8 X OVER You can adjust the crossover points of the high pass and low pass crossovers for each channel to maximize the...

Page 7: ...PC software or using accessory remote control from 30dB to 6dB Fuse Rating 40A Minimum Recommended Power Ground Wire Gauge 8awg Speaker Level Inputs Yes RCA adapter Remote Bass Control Included Length 9 3 8 237 5mm Width 5 11 16 144mm Height 1 15 16 49 5mm Weight Approx 1000g Protection DC OVP UVP OCP OTP TROUBLESHOOTING No audio and POWER INDICATOR is off No voltage at BATT and or REM terminals o...

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Page 9: ... crossovers selectable 0 to 48dB slopes time delay 31 band parametric or graphic EQ adjustment assignable input to output mixer with input channel summing channel gain master volume control clipping indicator to ensure the audio output is not distorted and ability to save up to 10 presets Features Small footprint All in One Class D Amplifier with DSP Control Everything You Need to Get Started Simp...

Page 10: ...orsepower to satisfy experienced installers The Windows PC user interface includes variable crossover control 0 to 48dB selectable slopes 31 band parametric or graphic EQ adjustment time delay in 0 2ms output clipping indicator assignable input to output mixer with input channel summing output channel gain master volume control clipping indicator and ability to save up to 10 presets Versatile Conn...

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