Aiwa UZ-US501 User Manual

USB Active Speaker System

Operating Instructions

4-252-190-11(1)

UZ-US501

WARNING

Precautions

On safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

•The system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the system for a long time, be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

•AC power cord must only be changed at the qualified service shop.

On placement

Do not place the system in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

On adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with very low level input (soft sound) or no audio signal. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.

If colour irregularity persists...

Place the speakers farther away from the TV set.

If colour irregularity is observed again and continuously...

Do not place magnetic objects near the speakers as magnetic interaction between them may cause colour irregularity on a nearby TV screen.

Magnetic objects ...

Racks, magnets attached to the doors, health appliances, magnets used for toys, etc.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you encounter colour irregularity on a nearby TV screen

This speaker system is magnetically shielded for placement near a TV set. However, depending on the TV set, colour irregularity may be observed on the TV screen.

If colour irregularity is observed...

Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again in 15 to 30 minutes.

About this manual

The instructions in this manual primarily describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. About installing the supplied software “WinDVD,” refer to 5, 20 page, and for instructions, refer to the help file after connecting the system.

Required system equipment

Required system for computer

The following hardware and software are necessary for the speaker system. For details on the required system equipment and recommended computer environments for enjoying 5.1channel sound on a computer, see “Required system for WinDVD” (page 5).

Computer

IBM PC/AT or Compatible

• CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz or higher (Pentium III 450 MHz or higher is recommended)

• RAM: 128 MB or higher is recommended

Others

• CD-ROM drive

• USB port that supports USB 1.1 or higher

Operating System

•Windows XP Home Edition

•Windows XP Professional

•Windows Millennium Edition (ME)

•Windows 2000 Professional

•Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)

Operation is not assured in the following environments.

• Macintosh

• Personally constructed computers or operating systems

•Windows XP versions other than Home Edition or Professional

•Windows 2000 versions other than Professional

•Windows 98 versions other than Second Edition

•Windows NT/ Windows 95

• An environment upgraded to the other operating systems

• Multi-boot environment/ Multi-monitor environment

Notes

• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.

• It is recommended to connect the USB cable directly to the USB port of the computer. Connecting through a USB hub is not recom-

mended.

Required system for WinDVD

When you use “WinDVD,” these condition are required for the following environments. Before installing “WinDVD,” be sure the minimum required system and hardware exists.

Computer

IBM PC/AT or Compatible

• CPU: Pentium Intel Pentium III 500MHz or higher (Pentium III 700 MHz or higher is recommended)

• Memory: 128 MB

• Hard disk: 50 MB or more

Others

•Graphic Code: 24bit dpi, SVGA, AGP Video card for DirectX

•DVD Drive: DVD-ROM, DVD-R/RW, DVD-RAM DVD+RW Drivers for feeds II or more version

• DirectX 8.1: Included in the supplied CD-ROM.

• Internet Environments: Required for updating.

Operating System

•Windows XP Home Edition

•Windows XP Professional

•Windows Millennium Edition (ME)

•Windows 2000 Professional

•Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)

Microsoft, Windows, W indo ws NT are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., in the United States and/or other countries. Pentium is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation. InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of InterVideo, Inc. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. TM and ® marks are omitted in this manual.

Notes

•Depending on the environment, it may be necessary to upgrade the system and hardware on your computer.

• Administrator support only. Log in as administrator before installing.

• Dual CPU and dual boot environments are not guaranteed.

Table of Contents

WARNING.......................................................................................................... 2

Precautions........................................................................................................ 3

About this manual .............................................................................................. 4

Required system equipment .............................................................................. 4

Getting Started................................................................. 7

Unpacking.......................................................................................................... 7

Inserting batteries into the remote ..................................................................... 7

Hookup .............................................................................................................. 8

Speaker Setup ................................................................................................. 11

Listening to connected equipment.........................................14

Adjusting the Volume ....................................................................................... 14

Selecting the Sound Field................................................................................ 15

Adjusting the tone quality................................................................................. 18

Turning off the power automatically (Auto power on/off function) .................... 18

Listening to 5.1ch via a connected computer ............................ 20

Installation and setting for “WinDVD” ............................................................... 20

Additional Information.......................................................22

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 22

Specifications................................................................................................... 24

Index to Parts and Controls ............................................................................. 25

This system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. “DTS”

and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Getting Started

Unpacking

Check that you have the following items:

• Subwoofer (1)

• Satellite speakers Front/Center (Dual Center) (2) Surround (2)

• USB cable 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) RM-Z7S101 (1)

• CD-ROM WinD VD (1)

• Operating Instructions (this book) (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied) by matching the + and – on the batteries. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor the system.

Getting Started

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you will not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Hookup

Preparation 1: Connecting the satellite speakers

Before connecting, make sure that the subwoofer is turned off and the power cord unplugged. Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer. The speaker plugs and each terminal of the subwoofer are colour-coded. Connect the speaker cables to their matching colour-coded terminals. After connecting the speakers to the system, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains).

Preparation 2: Connecting computer and audiovisual equipment

A When connecting to computers - the USB connection

1 Turn on the system and your computer. 2 Connect the system to your computer with the supplied USB cable.

About the installation of the USB device driver

In Step 2, if your computer automatically detects the subwoofer as new hardware, it will start installing the USB device driver. Installation time will depend on your computer environment. After the installation window disappears, wait for a few minutes before continuing.

• If you use Windows 98 SE or Windows ME, install the USB device driver by following the on-screen instructions. If a message appears indicating that the computer cannot find the driver’s file, insert the Windows OS CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to resume the installation.

• If you use Windows 2000 or Windows XP, log in as Administrator before installing the driver.

Notes

• It may be necessary to restart the computer after you connect it to this system.

• It is recommended to disconnect the USB cable when not operating this system.

• When the system is connected to the USB port of your computer, the audio output is switched from your computer to the system. When the USB cable is disconnected, the audio output returns to your computer.

• If you use a USB hub or an extended USB cable, optimum performance is not guaranteed.

• Use only the supplied USB cable, otherwise optimum performance is not guaranteed.

• If you use a computer with a built-in Transmeta Cusoe processor, the USB speaker function may not work.

Connection

Subwoofer (this system)

ANALOG IN

SPEAKER

USB

FRONT

CENTER

OPTICAL IN

SURROUND

To wall outlet (mains)

Getting Started

USB

OPTICAL IN

ANALOG IN

SURROUND

FRONT

CENTER

SPEAKER

To USB port

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Speaker cords Speaker cords

Center (R)

Front (R)

Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied)

Center (L)

Front (L)

Front /Center speaker (R)

Speaker cord Speaker cord

Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L)

Front/Center speaker (L)

Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied)

To USB port

USB cable (supplied)

To your computer

Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied)

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