Acoustic Research AWS6 User Manual

Wireless audio transmitter

Signal Power

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

Power

LMR

DC IN

Bass Boost

On / Off

Auto Scan

Volume +

Volume -

Introduction

AR’s Wireless Speaker System eliminates the hardest part of adding speakers to your home— running and hiding hundreds of feet of speaker wire. The AR Wireless Speaker System’s RF signal travels with ease through walls, ﬂ oors, ceilings and other obstacles, delivering highquality sound virtually anywhere inside the house or out. With drift- and static-free reception along with outstanding range—up to 150 feet*—the possibilities for enjoying your AR Wireless Speaker System are nearly unlimited. The AR Wireless Speaker System is compatible with most audio sources, such as A/V receivers/amps, stereos, computers, TVs, DVD players, and portable devices (CD players, cassette players, MP3s etc.).

This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions for making the AR Wireless Speaker System a valued part of your lifestyle. If, after having reviewed the instructions, you have any questions, please call toll-free 1-800-732-6866 or visit www.araccessories.com.

*Range may vary according to environment.

Important Information

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION

Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user

serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel.

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These num bers are located on the product.

Model No.: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________________________________________

Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. H eed all warni ngs.

4. Follow all in structions.

5. Cle an only wit h dry cloth .

6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

7. D o n o t i ns t a l l ne ar a ny h e at s o ur c e s s u ch a s ra d i a to r s , h ea t r e g is t e r s , s t o v e s , o r ot he r ap pa r a t u s ( in cl ud in g am pl iﬁ ers) that produce heat.

8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, con ve nience re cep ta cles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

9. Unp lug this ap parat us d urin g li ght ning stor ms or w hen unus ed f or l ong peri ods of t ime.

10. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the ap pa ra tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not op er ate normally, or has been dropped.

Care and Maintenance

• Always use a soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter. Never use any product containing alcohol or other solvents

as they may damage the surface.

• Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock.

• If the speaker are used outside on a deck or patio, make sure you take them indoors in the event of a rainstorm to

prevent possible damage.

• Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures (below 32ºF/0ºC and above 122ºF/50ºC).

• To avoid electrical shock, use this product with caution near water sources if powered with the AC adapter. Never

submerge in water.

Tour of the Speaker System

Transmitter AC/DC 12V 200mA adapter

Speaker AC/DC 9V 1200mA adapter

3.5mm to RCA cable

Speaker

Front Pan el

Power indicator blinks when the speaker is ﬁ rst

powered on; it turns solid blue when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter

Side Panel

Bass Boost button turns the speaker’s bass

enhancement on and off

On/Off button turns the speaker on and off Auto Scan button rescans for the transmitter’s

signal

Volume +/– buttons adjust the volume level

Bottom Panel

L/M/R switch determines if the speaker plays sound

in mono as a stand-alone speaker, or plays the left or right track in a stereo pair with an additional AWS6

DC IN receives the small round end of the included

9V 1200mA AC power adapter; remove the protective cover to insert the adapter

Battery Compartment Cover remove to install 6

AA batteries

Carrying handle

Transmitter

To p P an e l

Signal indicator lights green when the audio is

present and the transmitter is broadcasting

Power indicator lights when the transmitter is on

Back Panel

CHANNEL 1 2 3 lets you ﬁ nd the best transmission

frequency for your environment

DC IN jack receives the small round end of the

included 12V 200mA AC power adapter

AUDIO IN (R / L) connects to your sound source

using one of the connection options shown here

Included Accessories

Note: These power units should be

plugged in so that they stay vertical or lie ﬂ at.

Connecting the Speaker System

Powering the Transmitter

Transmitter (back panel)

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

Note: There is no transmitter ON/OFF switch. The transmitter is designed to be left plugged

in and powered at all times. If you will not be using the unplug the transmitter AC power adapter.

Connecting to an Audio Source

Connecting to an MP3 player, CD player, or computer

LMR

Bottom of the speaker

Note: Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapter rated 9V DC 1200 mA. Warning : This product is water-resistant, not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure to wet

environments, such as rain, mist, dew, etc. In other words, you can take it out, just don’t leave it out. If you plan to use the speaker in a humid or wet environment, we recommend powering it with batteries instead of with the power adapter.

AA Batteries

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker.

2. Insert six (6) AA batteries (not included) into the speaker following the polarity (”+” and “-”) as diagrammed inside the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker.

Note: Place the rubber cap in the speaker power input jack when using batteries.

DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkaline

battery).

DO NOT mix new and used batteries. DO NOT leave batteries installed in the product when

not in use for long periods. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or

Powering the Speaker

There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or using 6 AA batteries (not included).

Warning: This product is designed to work with line level outputs or headphone outputs only. DO NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will permanently damage the transmitter.

Connecting to an A/V Receiver

Audio

source

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

Transmitter (back panel)

Y-adapter

audio cable

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

Transmitter

(back panel)

Y-adapter

audio cable

3. Connect the stereo plugs on the mini-jack to RCA adapter to the corresponding left and right audio outputs of your A/V receiver, amp, or other audio source.

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Connecting the Speaker System

Powering the Transmitter

Connect the small, round plug from the transmitter AC power adapter to the transmitter’s DC IN jack. Plug the other end of the transmitter AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Be sure to use the AC power adapter rated 12V DC

200 mA (it has the smaller diameter plug).

Transmitter (back panel)

120V AC wall outlet

AC Power

Adapter

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

Note: There is no transmitter ON/OFF switch. The transmitter is designed to be left plugged

in and powered at all times. If you will not be using the

AWS6 for an extended period of time,

unplug the transmitter AC power adapter.

Connecting to an Audio Source

Connecting to an MP3 player, CD player, or computer

1. Plug the stereo plugs on the provided Y-adapter audio cable into the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the transmitter (make sure to match the colors on the plugs and jacks).

2. Plug the mini-plug end of the provided Y-adapter into the headphone output of your MP3 player or CD player (or audio output jack on your computer).

AC Power Adapters

1. Insert the small, round plug from the speaker AC power adapter into the DC IN jack on the bottom of the speaker.

2. Plug the other end of the speaker AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet.

LMR

DC IN

AC power adapter

120V AC

wall outlet

Bottom of the speaker

Note: Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapter rated 9V DC 1200 mA. Warning: This product is water-resistant, not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure to wet

AA Batteries

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker.

2. Insert six (6) AA batteries (not included) into the speaker following the polarity (”+” and “-”) as diagrammed inside the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker.

Note: Place the rubber cap in the speaker power input jack when using batteries.

DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkaline

battery).

DO NOT mix new and used batteries. DO NOT leave batteries installed in the product when

not in use for long periods. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations.

Powering the Speaker

There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or using 6 AA batteries (not included).

Warning: This product is designed to work with line level outputs or headphone outputs only. DO NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will permanently damage the transmitter.

Connecting to an A/V Receiver

1. Plug the stereo plugs on the provided Y-adapter audio cable into the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the transmitter (make sure to match the colors on the plugs and jacks).

2. Plug the mini-plug end of the provided Y-adapter into a mini-jack to RCA adapter (not included).

Audio

source

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

Transmitter (back panel)

Y-adapter

audio cable

A/V Receiver

Audio Output

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

Transmitter

(back panel)

Mini-jack to RCA

adapter (not included)

Y-adapter

audio cable

3. Connect the stereo plugs on the mini-jack to RCA adapter to the corresponding left and right audio outputs of your A/V receiver, amp, or other audio source.

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