PORTABLE
Wireless
Speaker
WITH 3.5MM JACK
Model AWS63
Installation and Operation Manual
Introduction
The Acoustic Research Portable Wireless Speaker with 3.5mm jack lets you enjoy your music anywhere, at home or on the go, with two ways to connect to your music. The 900MHz wireless transmitter gives you 150ft* of room to roam from your audio source, great for outdoor entertaining at home, with crystal-clear wireless audio. The speaker’s 3.5mm jack offers
a convenient connection option to use anywhere you go—just connect your MP3 player or smartphone to the speaker, and enjoy!
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.acoustic-research.com.
*Range may vary according to environment.
Tour of the Speaker System
Speaker
Front Panel
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Important Information
CAUTION |
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user |
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Important Safety Instructions
1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Clean only with dry cloth.
6.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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8.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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Care and Maintenance
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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 numbers are located on the product.
Model No.: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________
Bass Boost
On / Off
Auto Scan
Volume +
Volume -
Power
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IN |
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R |
Transmitter
Signal |
Power |
Wireless audio transmitter
CHANNEL |
DC IN |
1 2 3 |
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R AUDIO L
IN
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 AWS63
DC IN receives the small round end of the included 9V 1200mA AC power adapter; remove the protective cover to insert the adapter
AUDIO IN connects directly to your MP3 player, smartphone, or other portable audio device, using the 3.5mm audio in cable provided
Battery Compartment Cover remove to install 6 AA batteries
Top Panel
Signal indicator lights green when the audio is present and the transmitter is broadcasting
Power indicator lights when the transmitter is on
Back Panel
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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
Tour of the Speaker System
Included Accessories
3.5mm audio in cable
Note: These power units should be
plugged in so that they stay vertical
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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).
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 AWS63 for an extended period of time, unplug the transmitter AC power adapter.
Connecting the Speaker System
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).
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.
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 dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations.
Connecting to an Audio Source
Connecting to an MP3 player, smartphone, or other portable audio device
This speaker offers two ways to listen to audio from a portable audio device: using the wireless transmitter or connecting directly to the audio source.
Using the wireless transmitter
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Plug the stereo plugs on the provided Y-adapter audio cable |
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into the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the transmitter. |
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Plug the mini-plug end of the provided Y-adapter into the |
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headphone output of your MP3 player or other portable audio |
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device. |
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Using a direct connection |
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Connect one end of the provided 3.5mm audio in cable to the |
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Speaker |
3.5mm |
AUDIO IN jack on the bottom of the speaker. |
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audio in cable |
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Connect the other end of the cable to the headphone output |
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on your MP3 player or other portable audio device. |
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Audio source |
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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).
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.
Using the Speaker System
Adjusting the Transmitter
1.Turn on your audio source (for example, A/V receiver, MP3 player, stereo, etc.) and play music at a normal listening volume.
Channel select switch
CHANNEL |
DC IN |
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R AUDIO L
IN
Note
2.Set the channel select switch on the back of the transmitter to one of the transmitter’s three broadcast frequencies: 1, 2 or 3. If you experience poor reception or interference, try
choosing a different frequency by moving the channel select switch to another position.
When the transmitter is receiving an audio signal and is ready, the SIGNAL indicator turns solid green.
If the SIGNAL indicator on the transmitter does not turn on, please check the following:
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