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The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. Heed Warning — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. Water and Moisture — The appliance should not be used near water — for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Outdoor Use — Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
7. Location — The appliance should be installed in a stable location.
8. Ventilation — The appliance should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the
appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that
may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such
as a closed bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
9. Heat — The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
10. Power Sources — The appliance should be connected to a power supply only
of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.
11. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the appliance.
12. Grounding or Polarization — The precautions that should be taken
so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is
not defeated.
13. Cleaning — The appliance should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a
soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene, insecticides or other
volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
14. Non-Use Periods — The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged
from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
15. Lightning Storms — Unplug the apparatus during lightining storms.
16. Object and Liquid Entry — Care should be taken so that objects do not fall
and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
17. Accessories — Only use attachment acessories specified by Altec Lansing
Technolgies, Inc.
18. Damage Requiring Service — The appliance should be serviced by qualified
service personnel when:
• The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
• Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
• The appliance has been exposed to rain.
• The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance.
• The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
19. Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the appliance. Servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel or returned to the dealer
or call the Altec Lansing service line for assistance.
One-Year Limited Warranty
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end user that all of its
powered audio, PC audio, portable audio, TV or gaming speaker systems
are free from defects in material and workmanship in the course of normal
and reasonable use for a term of one year from the date of purchase.
This warranty is the exclusive and only warranty in effect relative to Altec
Lansing powered audio, PC audio, portable audio, TV or gaming speaker
systems and any other warranties, either expressed or implied, are invalid.
Neither Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. nor any authorized Altec Lansing
Technologies, Inc. reseller is responsible for any incidental damages incurred
in the use of the speakers. (This limitation of incidental or consequential
damage is not applicable where prohibited.)
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty does not
apply to any defect, malfunction or failure as a result of misuse, abuse,
improper installation, use with faulty or improper equipment or the use of
the speaker systems with any equipment for which they were not intended.
The terms of this warranty apply only to powered audio, PC audio, portable
audio, TV or gaming speaker systems when such speakers are returned to
the respective authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller where
they were purchased.
Customer Service
The answers to most setup and performance questions can be found in
the Troubleshooting guide. You can also consult the FAQs in the customer
support section of our Web site at www.alteclansing.com. If you still can’t
find the information you need, please call our customer service team for
assistance before returning the speakers to your retailer under their
return policy.
1-800-ALTEC-88 (1-800-258-3288)
Email: csupport@alteclansing.com
For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check our Web site at
www.alteclansing.com.
International Distribution
International customers: For information regarding the distribution of Altec
Lansing products in your country, please visit www.alteclansing.com and
click on “International.”
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug with an
extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be
fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Connecting the Power Cord (AC Wall Socket)
Long slot is neutral
(ground) side.
Insert the wide blade
into the ground side slot.
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Thank you for purchasing this Altec Lansing product. For generations, Altec
Lansing has been first in audio innovation. Today, our line of powered
speakers has received more performance awards than any other brand. In
all kinds of desktop environments, in every price range, Altec Lansing offers
sound of distinction — giving even the most demanding customers the
audio enjoyment they seek. Just listen to this!
Box Contents
• 5 Speakers
• Subwoofer
• Control Pod
• User’s Guide
• Quick Connect Card (may be located on internal box flaps)
Placing Speakers
Subwoofer
All stereo-encoded information is heard through the satellite speakers.
The subwoofer contains no stereo imaging, and its sound is non-directional.
As a result, the subwoofer doesn’t have to be placed in any particular
relationship to the satellites. However, placing the subwoofer on the
floor close to a wall or room corner provides better bass efficiency and
optimum sound.
Warning: The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded. As such, it SHOULD
be placed at least 2 feet (0.6m) from TVs, computer monitors, computer
hard drives or any other magnetic media (e.g. floppy disks, Zip disks,
computer or audio tapes, etc.).
Front Satellite Speakers
Arrange the front satellite speakers to suit your listening tastes — from
right next to the monitor to as far apart as the speaker cords allow. Use
the key hole on the back of each speaker if you choose to mount them on
the wall.
Center Speaker
Place the center speaker either on top or below the center of the monitor.
Use the key holes on the back of the center speaker if you choose to mount
it on the wall.
Rear Satellite Speakers
The rear satellite speakers should be placed slightly behind you, or as far
back as the cords allow. Use the key hole on the back of each speaker if you
choose to mount them on the wall.
For optimum sound, all satellites should be placed at or slightly above ear
level, and in an arrangement that offers the most satisfying results.
Note: The satellite speakers ARE magnetically shielded and can be placed
close to video displays such as TVs and computer monitors without
distorting the image.
Making Connections
Warning: Do not insert the speaker system’s power plug into a wall outlet
until all connections are made. Also, turn off audio source (i.e., your PC,
MP3 player, Sony PlayStation, etc.) before connecting the outputs to the
speaker system’s inputs.
To ensure first-time operation as expected, please carefully follow the
connection sequences described below in the order indicated.
Speaker System
To set-up the speaker system:
1. Connect each satellite to the subwoofer by plugging each color-coded RCA
connector into the corresponding input on the back of the subwoofer.
2. Connect the control pod to the subwoofer by plugging the grey DIN
connector (hardwired into the control pod) into the corresponding DIN
input on the back of the subwoofer. Notice that the DIN plug has an
arrow. For easy insertion of the DIN connector, the arrow on the connector
must face up.
Inputs
Various connection schemes between your audio source and the speaker
system are available. Determine if you’ll be setting up the speaker system
for PC audio/PC gaming, DVD playback, console gaming or with portable
audio devices (such as MP3 or portable CD players), then skip to the
appropriate section.
PC Audio/PC Gaming/DVD Playback
Sound cards designed for PC gaming or DVD playback have unique audio
outputs. Typically, the outputs will be marked as “front output,” “rear
output” and “LFE/center output.” In some cases, slightly different
terminology may be used. The sound card’s documentation should help you
determine which outputs to use with your speaker system.
6-Channel/5.1 Sound Cards with analog outputs
1. Locate the cable with black, green, and orange 3.5 mm stereo plugs that
is hardwired to the back of the control pod.
2. Remove the protective covers from the black and orange plugs.
3. Insert the black, green and orange input plugs into the computer
soundcard’s black, green and orange outputs. Be sure that the switch on
the rear of the control pod is in the 6-channel position.
4-Channel Gaming Sound Cards
1. Locate the cable with black, green, and orange 3.5 mm stereo plugs that
is hardwired to the back of the control pod.
2. Remove the protective cover from the black plug.
3. Insert the black and green input plugs into the computer soundcard’s black
and green output. Be sure the switch on the rear of the control pod is in
the 2/4-channel position.
2-Channel/Stereo Sound Cards
1. Locate the cable with black, green, and orange 3.5 mm stereo plugs that
is hardwired to the back of the control pod.
2. Insert the green input plug into the computer’s stereo (green) output. Be
sure the switch on the rear of the control pod is in the 2/4-channel position.
Console Gaming
Most console game systems feature dual-RCA outputs. To connect your
speakers, follow the steps below:
1. Make sure the power to your console gaming system is turned off.
2. Locate the red and white RCA cable that came with your console
gaming system.
3. Connect one end of the RCA cable to the matching red and white RCA
jacks located on the speaker system’s control pod, and the other end to
the back of your console gaming system.
Portable Audio Devices (MP3, Portable CD Players, etc.)
1. Locate the cable with black, green, and orange 3.5 mm stereo plugs that is
hardwired to the back of the control pod.
2. Insert the green input plug into the headphone jack of the portable
audio device. Be sure the switch on the rear of the control pod is in the
2/4-channel position.
Powering On
1. After all other connections are made, plug the AC power cord (on the
back of subwoofer) into a wall outlet. The speaker system is now ready
to operate.
2. Turn on the audio source.
3. Turn on the speaker system by pushing the On/Off button located on the
control pod . An LED will light on the control pod when the power is ON.
Note: To avoid hearing a popping sound when you turn on your Altec
Lansing speaker system, always turn on your audio source first.
Master Volume
The VOLUME knob on the control pod controls the master volume. Turn the
knob clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease
the volume.
Six-Piece Powered
Audio System
VS3151
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Sound Pressure Level (SPL): 103 dB
Total Continuous Power: 50 Watts RMS
• Front Speakers: 5 Watts/channel @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 150 Hz – 20 kHz
2 Channels Loaded
• Rear Speakers: 5 Watts/channel @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 150 Hz – 20 kHz
2 Channels Loaded
• Center Speaker: 10 Watts @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 150 Hz – 20 kHz
Single Channel Loaded
• Subwoofer: 20 Watts @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 40 – 150 Hz
Single Channel Loaded
System Response: 40 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio
@ 1 kHz input: > 80 dB
Drivers (per satellite): One 2" full-range driver
Subwoofer: One 5.25" woofer
POWER REQUIREMENTS
USA, Canada and applicable
Latin American countries: 120 V AC @ 60 Hz
Europe, United Kingdom,
applicable Asian countries,
Argentina, Chile and Uruguay: 230 V AC @ 50 Hz
ETL/cETL/CE/NOM Approved
System Specifications*
No LEDs are lit.
Power isn’t turned on.
AC power cord isn’t connected to the wall outlet.
Surge protector (if used) isn’t powered on.
Wall outlet not functioning.
Turn on the speaker system by pushing the On/Off button located on the
control pod. An LED will light on the control pod when the power is ON.
Check to see if the “Power On” LED is illuminated on the control pod. If not,
connect AC power.
If the AC power cord is plugged into a surge protector, make sure the surge
protector is switched on.
Plug another device into the wall outlet (same jack) to verify the wall outlet is
working.
Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Problem Solution
Altec Lansing’s superior sound comes from our patented Dynamic EQ technology,
which utilizes custom-built, high-fidelity drivers, state-of-the-art equalization circuitry,
and a harmonious mix of the following specifications:
*Power rating conforms to FTC Amplifier Rule #16 C.F.R. Part 432.
Surround Volume
The SURROUND knob on the control pod controls the volume of the left
and right surround speakers. Adjust this control as necessary to create the
optimum sound. The surround volume control operates in the same manner
even on computers that only have stereo outputs.
Center Volume
The CENTER knob on the control pod controls the volume of the center
speaker. Adjust this knob as necessary to achieve a balanced sound.
Subwoofer Volume
The SUBWOOFER knob on the control pod controls the volume of the
subwoofer. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the subwoofer volume and
counterclockwise to decrease the subwoofer volume.
Headphones
To use headphones with the system, plug them into the labeled jack
on the control pod. When headphones are connected, the speaker system
is muted.
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No sound
from one or
more speakers.
No sound
from center or
rear satellites.
Crackling sound
from speakers.
Sound is
distorted.
Radio
interference.
No sound
from subwoofer.
Low hum
from subwoofer.
Loud hum
from subwoofer.
Too much bass
from subwoofer.
Distorted monitor.
Power isn’t turned on.
Volume is set too low.
Speaker system isn’t connected to audio source.
Speaker system is connected to wrong output on
audio source.
Problem with audio source device.
Switch on the rear of the control pod is not in the
proper position.
Rear or center level is set too low.
Bad connection.
Volume level in computer operating system is set
too high.
A problem with your audio source device.
Volume level set too high.
Computer operating system volume level is set
too high.
Sound source is distorted.
Too close to a radio tower.
Subwoofer volume is too low.
Bad connection.
The AC in your house is at 60 cycles per second, which
is within the audio frequency of the subwoofer.
Bad connection.
Volume on your audio source device is set too high.
Subwoofer volume is too high.
Subwoofer too close to monitor.
Verify the AC power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.
Turn on the speaker system by pushing the On/Off button located on the
control pod. An LED will light on the control pod when the power is ON.
Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to raise the volume.
Check volume level on the computer sound card or alternate audio source
device, and set at mid-level.
Check plug connections on the audio source. Make sure the signal cable(s)
is/are inserted firmly into the correct jacks.
Make sure the lime green 3.5mm stereo cable is connected and fully inserted
into the “line-out,” “audio-out,” or the headphone jack of the audio source.
Test the speakers on another audio device. Remove the lime green 3.5mm
stereo cable from the audio source device and connect it to the “line-out,”
“audio-out,” or the headphone jack of another audio source.
Change the position of the switch.
Increase the rear or center speaker volume level.
Check all cables. Make sure they are connected to the “line-out” or “audio-out”
jack on your sound card or other audio source — NOT “speaker-out.”
Check the computer operating system volume level and decrease it if necessary.
Unplug the stereo cable from the audio source. Then plug it into the
headphone jack of an alternate audio source (e.g., Walkman, Discman or
FM radio).
Turn the VOLUME knob counterclockwise to lower the volume.
Adjust the computer operating system volume and balance levels to the
center as a starting point, then adjust the level on the speaker using the
volume control.
WAV files are often of poor quality. So distortion and noise are easily noticed
with high-powered speakers. Try a different sound source such as a music CD.
Move your speakers until the interference goes away.
Increase the subwoofer volume on the control pod.
Check to make sure that all cables are connected properly and are making
a clear connection.
Some low hum may be detected when your speaker system is powered on
without an audio source playing, or when the volume is set at an extremely
low level.
Unplug the AC power cord from the surge protector (if used), and plug directly
into an AC wall outlet.
Move your cables. Check to ensure they are making a clear connection.
Disconnect your 3.5mm stereo cable from the audio source. If the loud hum
goes away, lower the volume on the audio source.
Lower the master volume or subwoofer volume on your computer, portable
device, etc.
Decrease the subwoofer volume on the control pod.
Because the subwoofer is not magnetically shielded, it can cause distortion if
it’s too close to your monitor. Move the subwoofer so it’s at least 2 feet from
your monitor.
Symptom Possible Problem Solution
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