ALTEC LANSING FX4021 User Manual [fr]

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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.

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

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O 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
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he ground side slot.

MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.
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. Do not use this apparatus near water — This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. The apparatus should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings. The apparatus must not be placed in a built-in
installation, such as a closed bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air
through the ventilation openings. Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the
openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
the replacement of the obsolete outlet.

11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched — particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Do not install in an ar

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power plug is the only way to completely r
readily accessible at all times.

Power source — Use only power supplies of the type specified in the operating

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uctions or as marked on the appliance. If a separate power supply is included with

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this apparatus, do not substitute with any other power supply
provided power supplies.

14. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. For service, refer to
qualified ser
assistance.

16. For products which incorporate batteries, please refer to local regulations for proper
battery disposal.

17. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

18. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufactur
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

ea which impedes the access to the power plug. Disconnecting the

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er or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

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ALTEC LANSING TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
(TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY IN THE EUROPEAN UNION AND ASIA)

What Does The Warranty Cover?: Altec Lansing warrants that its products shall be free from
defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.

What Is The Period Of Coverage?: For units purchased in European Union or Asia, this
warranty runs for two years from the date of purchase. For units not purchased in Europe or
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sia, this warranty runs for one year from the date of purchase. The term of any warranties
implied by law shall expire when your limited warranty expires. Some states and/or Member
States in the European Union do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitation may not apply to you.

What Does The Warranty Not Cover?: This warranty does not cover any defect, malfunction or
failure that occurs as a result of: improper installation; misuse or failure to follow the product
directions; abuse; or use with improper, unintended or faulty equipment. (For information on
proper installation, operation and use consult the manual supplied with the product. If you
require a replacement manual, you may download a manual from www.alteclansing.com.)
Also, consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

What Will Altec Lansing Do To Correct The Problem?: Altec Lansing will, at its option, repair or
replace any product that proves to be defective in material or workmanship. If your product is
no longer being manufactured, or is out of stock, at its option, Altec Lansing may replace your
product with a similar or better Altec Lansing product.

How To Get Warranty Service: To get a covered product repaired or replaced, you must contact
Altec Lansing during the warranty period by email ([e-mail]). You must
include in your email, your name, address, email address, telephone number, date of purchase
and a complete description of the problem you are experiencing. In the United States, you may
alternatively contact Altec Lansing by telephone at 1-800-ALT
provide the same information. If the problem appears to be related to a defect in material or
workmanship, Altec Lansing will provide you a return authorization and instructions for return
shipment. Return shipments shall be at the customer’s expense, and the return must be
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ccompanied by the original proof of purchase. You should insure the shipment as appropriate

because you are responsible for the product until it arrives at Altec Lansing.

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you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Please note that in the
European Union, you as a consumer might have other legal rights under national legislation of
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The above limited warranties and remedies are sole warranties and remedies available to
purchaser, if, and to the extent, valid and enforceable under the applicable law.

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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 live in North America and 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.

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DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative

consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be
caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to
conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office or your household waste disposal service.

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FX4021

Three-Piece

Powered Audio System

Thank you for purchasing this Altec Lansing product. For generations, Altec

ansing has been first in audio innovation. Today, our line of powered speakers

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environments, in every price range, Altec Lansing offers sound of distinction —

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• Two speakers

• One subwoofer
Control pod

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• Wireless remote

• 3.5mm stereo cable
User’s guide and quick connect card

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Placing Speakers

Subwoofer

ll stereo-encoded information is heard through the satellite speakers. The

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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

he satellites. However, placing the subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or

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oom corner provides better bass efficiency and optimum sound.

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arning: The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded. As such, it SHOULD be

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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.).

Satellite Speakers

Arrange the satellite speakers to suit your listening tastes — from right next to
the monitor to as far apart as the speaker cords allow.

For optimum sound, satellite speakers should be placed in a left/right
configuration, preferably apart and at equal distance from the center of the
listening area. This will offer the best stereo imaging and provide 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 the audio source (e.g., your PC, MP3
player, TV, DVD player, video gaming console, 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

• Connect the right satellite speaker RCA jack to the input labeled RIGHT on the
back of the subwoofer.

• Connect the left satellite speaker RCA jack to the input labeled LEFT on the back
of the subwoofer.

Connect the contr

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the input marked DIN on the back of the subwoofer.

Connect one end of the audio input cable (with lime gr

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end) to the matching lime green input plug on the back of the subwoofer,
labeled INPUT. Connect the other end of the audio input cable to your desired
audio sour

ol pod to the subwoofer by plugging the gr

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Inputs

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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 por

table CD players), then skip to the appr

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opriate section.

PC

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

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ay be used. The sound card’s documentation should help you determine which

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outputs to use with your speaker system.

Locate the 3.5mm stereo cable.

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Connect the 3.5mm stereo cable to the lime green input labeled “FRONT” on

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your sound card.

TV/DVD Player or Video Gaming Console

o connect your Altec Lansing speaker system to your TV, DVD player, or video

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gaming console follow the steps below:

Make sure the power to your audio source is turned off.

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Locate the following elements:

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A TV/DVD Player adapter (3.5mm to RCA), available on

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or your local electronics store. This RCA adapter features a lime green

.5mm stereo jack on one end and two RCA jacks on the other — one red and

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one white.

• The included 3.5mm stereo cable. This cable features a lime green 3.5mm

tereo jack on both ends.

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• A red and white RCA cable. This cable should feature a red and white RCA

jack on both ends.

Connect one end of the red and white RCA cable to your audio source, and the

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other end to the matching r
adapter.

Connect one end of the 3.5mm stereo cable to the lime green input on the

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TV/DVD Player adapter

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connecting the speaker system to the TV instead.

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Portable Audio Devices (CD Players, IPods and other
MP3 players, etc.)

Connect the 3.5mm stereo cable to the headphone jack on your portable audio
device.

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 pressing the stand-by button on the control
pod or wireless remote. An LED will light on the control pod when the power
is ON.

4. Install the supplied battery in the remote’s battery compartment.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.

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

y dial on the control pod controls the master volume. Rotate the dial to

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the right to increase the volume, or to the left to decrease it.

The “+” and “–“ buttons on the wireless remote also control the master volume.
Press the “+” button to increase the volume, or the “–“ button to decrease it.

LEDs on the control pod will indicate the volume level.

Treble and Bass

To control treble or bass levels using the control pod, press the “TREBLE” or
“BASS” buttons on the contr

responding level, or to the left to decrease it.

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o control treble or bass levels using the wireless remote, press the “TREBLE” or

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“BASS” or buttons on the wireless remote and press the “+” button to increase

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LEDs on the control pod will indicate the corresponding level.
Note: After three seconds, the control pod and wireless remote will automatically

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Loudness

he loudness function contours the high and low frequencies to maximize the

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perceived audio. Press the “LOUDNESS” button on the control pod or “LOUD”

utton on the wireless remote to turn it on. Press either button again to turn

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t off.

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SFX Technology™

Sound Field Xpander™ technology allows your speaker system to deliver a wider

tereo image for bigger sound at the touch of a button. Press the “SFX” button

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on the control pod or wireless remote to turn it on. Press it again to turn it off.

Note: This feature does not work when using headphones.

Reset

he button marked with the word “reset” on the wireless remote restores

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volume, bass, treble, loudness and SFX controls to original factory settings.

IPod/MP3 Player Jack

he iPod or MP3 player jack is located on the side of the control pod. Use it to

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onnect any audio source that has a stereo 3.5mm plug (i.e. headphone style

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plug.)

aution: Make sure the audio source features a line-out jack. This will ensure that

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the output is not amplified. Check the owner’s manual for your audio device for
more information.

Stand-By/Mute

o mute the speaker system, press the button located on the control pod or

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wireless remote. The LED on the control pod will turn off. To un-mute, perform

ither command again.

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ote: While in stand-by or mute mode, the system continues to receive power. To

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completely shut down the unit unplug the unit from the wall.

Headphones

he headphone jack is located on the side of the control pod. Use it to connect

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any stereo headphones with a 3.5mm plug.

ote: When headphones are connected, the speaker system is muted.

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System Specifications*

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:

Sound Pressure Level (SPL): 92 dB
Total Continuous Power: 46 Watts RMS

• Front Speakers: 11 Watts/channel @ 4 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 180 Hz – 20 kHz
2 Channels Loaded

• Subwoofer: 24 Watts @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 32 Hz – 180 Hz
Single Channel Loaded

System Response: 32 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio

@ 1 kHz input: > 85 dB
Drivers (per satellite): One 40mm mid-range driver and

one 18mm high-end tweeter

Subwoofer: Two 5.25" long-throw woofers

in isobaric configuration

*Power rating conforms to FTC Amplifier Rule #16 C.F.R. Part 432.

Troubleshooting

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Wall outlet not functioning.

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Turn on the speaker system by pressing the button on the control pod or
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After all other connections are made, plug the AC power cord (on the back of
subwoofer) into a wall outlet.

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.

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ol pod when the power is ON.

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Symptom Possible Problem Solution

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No sound
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Low hum
from subwoofer.

Loud hum
from subwoofer.

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Volume is set too low.

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onnected to the audio source.

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roblem with audio source device.

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Bad connection.

Volume level in computer operating system is set too

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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.

Bad connection.

Sound source has little low-frequency content.

The AC in your house is at 60 cycles per second, which is
within the audio frequency of the subwoofer.

Bad connection.

Bass level set too high.

Volume or bass level on your audio source device is set
too high.

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Subwoofer too close to monitor.

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subwoofer) into a wall outlet.

urn on the speaker system by pressing the stand-by button on the control

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pod or wireless remote. An LED will light on the control pod when the power

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The rotary dial on the control pod controls the master volume. Rotate the dial

o the right to increase the volume.

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heck volume level on the computer sound card or alternate audio source

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evice, and set at mid-level.

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heck the plug connections on the audio source. Make sure the signal cables

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re inserted firmly into the correct jacks.

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est the speakers on another audio device. Remove the 3.5mm stereo cable

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rom the audio source device and connect it to “line-out,” “audio-out,” or the

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headphone jack of another audio source.

Check all cables. Make sure they are connected to “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

ack of an alternate audio source (e.g., Walkman, Discman or FM radio).

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The rotary dial on the control pod controls the master volume. Rotate the dial

o the left to decrease the volume.

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Adjust the computer operating system volume and balance levels to the

s a starting point, then adjust the level on the speaker using the

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olume control.

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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.

Check to make sure that all cables are connected properly and are making a
clear connection.

Many .WAV and .MID files often have little low-frequency content and sound
flat when you listen to them on a computer. Try a song with more bass–
something from your CD collection.

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.
To control the bass, press the “Bass” button on the control pod and rotate the

dial to the left to decrease it.
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 volume or bass level on your computer, portable device, etc.
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

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