Altec Lansing 220 User Manual

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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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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.
Connecting the Power Cord (AC Wall Socket)
Long slot is neutral (ground) side.
Insert the wide blade into the ground side slot.
Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
Retain Instructions — The operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warning — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be followed.
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.
Outdoor Use — Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Location — The appliance should be installed in a stable location.
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.
Heat — The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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.
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.
Grounding or Polarization — The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
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.
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.
Non-Use Periods — The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
Lightning Storms — Unplug the appliance during lightning storms.
Object and Liquid Entry — Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
Accessories — Only use attachments/accessories specified by the mfg.
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.
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 computer 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 computer 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. 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 computer speaker systems with any equipment for which they were not intended.
The terms of this warranty apply only to computer speaker systems when such speakers are returned to the respective authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller where they were purchased.
Under the terms of this warranty, the original consumer purchaser has certain legal rights and may have other rights, which vary worldwide.
2-Piece Amplified
220
WELCOME
With 10 watts of total system power, it delivers quality performance from MP3 players, CD players, cassette players, DVD players, gaming consoles, and other audio/video devices.
Box Contents
• 2 Satellites
• Manual
• QCC
Placing Speakers
SATELLITE SPEAKERS
Arrange the satellites to suit your listening tastes—from directly next to the monitor to as far apart as the speaker cords allow.
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 an AC outlet until all connections are made. Also, turn off audio sources (i.e., your PC, MP3 player, console game, etc.) before connecting their outputs to the 220’s inputs.
To ensure first-time operation as expected, please carefully follow the connection sequences described below in the order indicated.
SATELLITE SPEAKERS
The satellite speakers must be connected to the audio device. The only connection that needs to be made is the lime green 3.5mm stereo audio cable—which is connected to the right satellite—into the audio output on your audio device. After this connection is made, insert the power plug located on the rear of the left satellite into an AC outlet. You can now use your speakers.
INPUTS
Various connection schemes between your audio source device and the 220 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 sources (such as MP3 or portable CD players), then skip to the section with that title.
PC AUDIO/PC GAMING/DVD PLAYBACK
All PC sound cards have audio outputs. Typically, the outputs will be marked as “front output” and “rear 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.
1. Connect the lime green 3.5 mm stereo cable, which is connected to the right satellite, into your sound card’s input labeled “FRONT,” which is also lime green in color.
Speaker System
CONSOLE GAMING
(Requires the use of the AAC1 Y-adapter, which is not included. This adapter can be purchased at www.alteclansing.com.)
Most console game systems feature dual-RCA outputs. Popular console systems manufacturers include Sony™, Microsoft™, Nintendo™ and Sega™. To connect your speakers, follow the steps below:
1. Make sure the power to your console gaming system is turned off.
2. The AAC1 Y-adapter has a lime green 3.5 mm stereo jack on one end and two RCA jacks on the other—one red and one white.
3. Locate the red and white RCA plugs on the end of the cable connected to the back of your console gaming system. Connect them to the matching red and white RCA jacks on the AAC1 Y-adapter cable.
4. Locate the lime green 3.5 mm stereo plug, which is connected to the right satellite.
5. Insert the lime green plug into the lime green jack on the AAC1 Y-adapter cable.
PORTABLE AUDIO DEVICES (MP3, PORTABLE CD PLAYERS, ETC.)
1. Locate the lime green 3.5 mm stereo plug, which is connected to the right satellite.
2. Insert the lime green plug into the headphone jack on your portable audio device.
Headphones
To use headphones with the system, plug them into the labeled jack on the front of the right satellite. When headphones are connected, both satellites are muted.
Powering On
After all connections are made, plug the power cord located on the rear of the left satellite, into an AC wall socket. The speaker system is now ready to operate.
1. Turn on the audio source.
2. Turn on the Altec Lansing 220 speaker system by pushing the power button located on the front of the right satellite . A green LED will light next to the button 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 knob on the front of the right satellite is the master volume control for the speaker system. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.
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System Specifications
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Total System Power: 10 Watts (5 Watts RMS)
Frequency Response: 70 Hz – 18 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz input: >70 dB
Crossover Frequency: 150 Hz
System THD (distortion): < 0.15 % THD @ -10 dB full-
scale input voltage
Input Impedance: 10k ohms
SATELLITE AMPLIFIED SPEAKERS
Drivers (per satellite): One 3" full-range driver
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
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.
Customer service is available 7 days a week for your convenience. Our business hours are:
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight EST Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
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.
© 2002 Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. Designed and engineered in the USA and manufactured in our ISO9002
certified factory. United States Patents 4429181 and 4625328 plus other patents pending.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
USA/Canada/and applicable 120V AC @ 60 Hz 0.3A
Latin American countries:
Europe/United Kingdom; 230V AC @ 50 Hz 0.15A
applicable Asian countries;
Argentina, Chile and Uruguay:
ETL / cETL / CE / NOM / IRAM Approved
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION
No LEDs are lit.
No sound from one or more speakers.
Crackling sound from speakers.
Sound is distorted.
Radio interference.
Power is not turned on.
AC cord is not connected to wall outlet.
Surge suppressor (if used) is not powered on.
Wall outlet not functioning.
Power isn’t turned on.
Volume setting is too low.
Audio cable is not connected to audio source.
Audio cable connected to wrong output on audio source
Problem with audio source.
Bad connection.
Volume control in Windows is set too high.
A problem with your audio source.
Volume level is set too high.
Windows volume control is set too high.
Sound source is distorted.
Too close to a radio tower.
Press Power button on the right speaker.
Check to see if the power on LED is illuminated on the right satellite. If not, connect AC power.
If the satellite’s 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 outlet is working.
Verify the satellite’s AC power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.
Verify the Power button has been pressed and the green LED is illuminated.
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.
Connect audio cable to the audio source. Make sure the signal cables are inserted firmly into the correct jacks.
Make sure the lime green 3.5 mm stereo cable is connected and fully inserted in the “line-out” or “audio-out” jack on your sound card or other audio source.
Test the speakers on another audio source by removing the lime green 3.5 mm cable from the audio source and connecting it to the “line-out” or headphone jack of a different audio source (e.g., portable CD, cassette player or FM radio).
Check all cables. Make sure they are connected to “line-out” or “audio-out” jack on your sound card or other audio source—and NOT “speaker-out.”
Check the Windows volume control and decrease if necessary.
Unplug the lime green 3.5 mm stereo cable from the audio source. Then plug it into the headphone jack of an alternate source (e.g., Walkman, Discman or FM radio).
Decrease volume level.
Check the Windows volume and decrease if necessary.
.WAV and .MID files are often of poor quality; therefore distortion and noise are easily noticed with high-powered speakers. Try a different audio source such as a music CD.
Move your speakers to see if the interference goes away. You may be able to purchase a shielded cable at your local electronics store.
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