Altec Lansing SR4021 User Manual

User’s guide

SR4021

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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
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utlet 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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. Read these instructions.

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. Keep these instructions.

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. Heed all warnings.

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. Follow all instructions.

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. Do not use this apparatus near water —This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

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plashing, and no objects filled with liquids, suc h as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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. Clean only with dry cloth.

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. 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
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ewspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

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

9.No naked flame sourc

10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.A polarized plug has
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wo blades with one wider than the other
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.

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receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

12. Do not install in an area which impedes the access to the power plug. Disconnecting the power
plug is the onl
accessible at all times.

13. Power source — Use only power supplies of the type specified in the operating instructions or
as marked on the appliance. If a separate power supply is included with this apparatus, do not
substitute with any other power supply — use only manufacturer-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 damag
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 service
personnel, return to the dealer,or call the Altec Lansing service line for assistance.

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disposal.

17. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

ed in any way,such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been

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Altec Lansing One Year Limited Warranty

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

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hat Is The Period Of Coverage?:For units purchased in the United States and Canada,this

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arranty 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 do not allow limitations on how long
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n implied warranty lasts,so the above limitation may not apply to you.

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hat 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
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irections; abuse; or use with improper, unintended or faulty equipment. (For information on proper

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nstallation, operation and use consult the manual supplied with the product. If you require a
replacement manual, you may download a manual from
consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not
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llow 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

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eplace 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
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ansing during the warranty period by email ([e-mail]).You must include in your

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mail, your name,address, email address, telephone number,date of purchase and a complete

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iption of the problem you are experiencing. In the United States, you may alternatively contact

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Altec Lansing by telephone at 1-800-ALTEC88 —please be prepared to provide the same information.
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f 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
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ustomer’s expense,

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hould insure the shipment as appropriate because you are responsible for the product until it arrives

at Altec Lansing.
How Will State Law Affect Your Rights?:This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.Those rights are not affected by this guarantee.
The above limited warranties and remedies are sole warranties and remedies available to purchaser,

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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.al teclansing.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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Email: [e-mail]

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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

f correctly,you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the

disposed o

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 w

aste disposal service.

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SR4021 Powered Audio System

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

ltec Lansing has been first in audio innovation.Today,our line of

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powered speakers has received more performance awards than any other
brand. In all kinds of environments, in every price range,Altec Lansing
offers sound of distinction – giving even the most demanding customers

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The SR4021 has been designed to maximize your SIRIUS listening

experience by providing the highest possible audio quality.Its unique
two-piece design enhances low frequency bass reproduction while

inimizing the space it takes up on your table or desktop.The SR4021

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is capable of docking the majority of SIRIUS Plug and Play and Portable

eceivers. In addition the SR4021 also recharges compatible SIRIUS

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portable receivers.

Box Contents

• SR4021 Speaker System

• SIRIUS home antenna with 21' (6.4 meters) cord

• DIN subwoofer cable extension

• Interchangeable SIRIUS receiver docking cups and adapters

• User’s guide and quick connect instructions

Compatible SIRIUS receivers:

Works with:

Plug and Play Models

• SIRIUS Sportster 3, 4 and 5 satellite radio receivers

• SIRIUS Starmate 3 and 4 satellite radio receivers

• SIRIUS Stratus 3 and 4 satellite radio receivers

Portable Models

• SIRIUS Stiletto SL10, SL100 and SL2 satellite radio receivers
Note: For a complete and up-to-date list of all compatible SIRIUS

receiver models please visit

www.alteclansing.com/SR4021.

Larger Subwoofer Unit

The larger subwoofer unit 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 smaller speaker unit and may be
hidden under a desk or placed in the corner of the room. Placing the
subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or room corner provides better
bass efficiency and optimum sound.

Stacking the Smaller and Larger Units

he smaller speaker unit and larger subwoofer unit can also be stacked

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in one location by placing the speaker unit on top of the subwoofer unit.

arning:The larger subwoofer unit is not magnetically shielded.As such,

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it SHOULD be placed at least 2 feet (0.6m) from TVs,computer monitors,

omputer hard drives or any other magnetic media (e.g.,floppy disks, Zip

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disks, computer or audio tapes, etc.).

Making Connections

To ensure first-time operation as expected,please carefully follow the
connection sequences described below in the order indicated.

1. Place the appropriate SIRIUS docking cup and adapter inside the

docking bay.Docking cups and adapters are identified with molded
in numbers that correspond to specific SIRIUS receiver models.The
docking cup and adapters are shown on the quick connection guide
that is printed on the inside flaps of the carton.This information is
also available by visiting

2. Place your SIRIUS receiver inside the correct docking cup/adapter

combination.

3. If you choose to stack the smaller and larger units, insert the DIN

cable from the larger subwoofer unit into the input marked “DIN”on
the back of the smaller speaker unit. If you choose to hide the larger
subwoofer unit, plug one end of the DIN cable extension into the DIN
cable from the larger subwoofer unit,and plug the other end of the
DIN cable extension into the back of the smaller speaker unit.

4. Insert the power cord into a wall outlet.

www.alteclansing.com/SR4021.

Placing the SR4021 system

Antenna

Connect and position the SIRIUS home antenna by inserting the antenna
cable into the antenna input on the rear of the SR4021 system. Position
the supplied antenna on the roof,near a window or other suitable

or tips on locating the antenna f

location.

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Antenna Placement Tips section.

Smaller Speaker Unit

All ster
unit.
21 feet (6.4 meters) of the SIRIUS home antenna.

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Position the smaller speaker unit on a level surface and within

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Start Playing

Turn on your SIRIUS receiver.The SR4021 system is now ready to play
and a blue LED should be lit.

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The VOLUME knob on the SR4021 speaker system controls the master

urn the knob clockwise to incr

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clockwise to decr
using your SIRIUS receiver’s wireless remote,if available.

ease the volume. Master volume can also be controlled

ease the volume and counter-

Wireless Remote-compatible

When the SIRIUS receiver is docked, you can use your SIRIUS wireless
remote to control the SR4021 speaker system volume (remote not
included). Simply point your wireless remote at the SIRIUS receiver to
control volume and other functions.

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ystem Specifications

Altec Lansing’s superior sound comes from our proprietary technology, which utilizes custom-built, high-fidelity drivers, state-of-the-art equalization

ircuitry,and a harmonious mix of the following specifications:

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Sound Pressure Level (SPL) 97 dB
Total Continuous Power 22 Watts RMS

• Main Speaker unit 6 Watts/channel @ 4 ohms @ 10% THD @ 150 Hz – 20 kHz
2 Channels Loaded

Subwoofer 10 Watts @ 8 ohms @ 10% THD @ 40 – 150 Hz

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Single Channel Loaded

Frequency Response (System) 40 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz input > 70 dB

Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Problem Solution

No Power
LED lit.

No sound
from speakers.

Sound is
distorted.

Power cord isn’t connected to a wall outlet. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
Surge protector (if used) isn’t powered on. If the power cord is plugged into a surge protector, make sure the surge

protector is switched on.

Wall outlet is not functioning.

The small speaker unit is not connected to the
larger subwoofer unit.

The SIRIUS home antenna is not getting a signal. Make sure the antenna points south outdoors or through a window.

Volume is set too low. The VOLUME knob on the SR4021 receiver controls the master volume.

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docking station.The
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The SIRIUS receiver is properly docked and the
SR4021 system’s blue LED is lit,but the SIRIUS
receiver is in the “mute” mode.

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eceiver is not corr

ectly seated into the docking station.

olume level on SR4021 system is set too high.

ectly seated into the

receiver is not

SIRIUS

Plug another device into a wall outlet (same outlet) to confirm the outlet
is working.

Insert the DIN cable from the smaller speaker unit into the input marked
“DIN” on the back of the larger subwoofer unit.

Specific instructions and tips on how to improve signal reception can be
found in your SIRIUS receiver user’s guide or by visiting SIRIUS’ website at
www.sirius.com or www.siriuscanada.ca.

Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume.

SIRIUS receiver and re-seat it in the docking station.

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Turn off the “mute” function on the SIRIUS receiver by pressing the mute
button on the receiver or your remote control.

VOLUME knob on the smaller speaker unit controls the master

The
volume.Turn the knob counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.

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