AudioEngine Speaker, PB10, PB12 Setup Manual

Setup Guide

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Copyright Notice

Audioengine and Audioengine 2 are trademarks of Audioengine Ltd.

Audioengine, Ltd.

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www.audioengineusa.com

Basic Safety Instructions

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Read these instructions for all components before using this

product.

t Keep these instructions for future reference.
t Heed all warnings on the product and in the owner's guide.
t Follow all instructions.
t Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture. Do not use

this product near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere
else that water or moisture are present.

t Clean only with a dry cloth and as directed by the

manufacturer. Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning.

t Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance

with the manufacturer's instructions. To ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating,
put the product in a position and location that will not
interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, do not
place the product on a bed, sofa, or similar surface that may
block the ventilation openings. Do not put it in a built-in
system, such as a bookcase or a cabinet that may keep air
from owing through its ventilation openings.

t Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves or other apparatus that produce heat.

t 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 wider blade or third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not t in your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.

t Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.

t Only use attachments or accessories specied by the

manufacturer.

t Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table

specied by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

t Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time to prevent damage to this
product.

t Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
t 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.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or
other hazards. Please contact the manufacturer to be referred
to an authorized service center near you.

t To prevent risk of re or electric shock, avoid over loading

wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles .

t Do not let objects or liquids enter the product as they may

touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a re or electric shock.

t See product enclosure bottom for safety related markings.
t Use Proper Power Sources. Plug the product into a proper

power source, as described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the product.

t Avoid power lines– Use extreme care when installing an

outside antenna system to keep from touching power lines or
circuits, as contact with them may be fatal. Do not install
external antennas near overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, nor where an antenna can fall into
such circuits or power lines.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device

may not cause harmful interference and this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Contents

Safety Information Page 1

Basic Information Page 2

Introduction

Unpacking

Speaker Placement

Speaker Cleaning

Features Page 3

Contents Page 4

Connecting Your System Page 5-6

Troubleshooting Page 7

Warranty Information Page 8

Specications Page 9

Materials and Construction

Company Information

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK.)
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

ATTENTION: POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE

ÉLECTIQUE, NE RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE (OU

L’ARRIÈRE.) IL NE SE TROUVE ÀL’INTÉRIEURAUCUNE

PIÉCE POUVANT ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR L’USAGER.

S’ADRESSER ÀUN REÉPARATEUR COMÉTENT.

RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

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Audioengine 2 Features

t 2 audio inputs (RCA and mini-jack)

t Built-in power amps (left speaker)

t Rear panel volume control

t Kevlar woofers for super low end

t Silk tweeters for smooth highs

t High-quality speaker connectors

t Auto-sleep power-saving mode

t Hand-built cabinets with multi-coat high-gloss nish

t Video-shielded

t Cables included

Introduction

Welcome to the Audioengine family and congratulations on your purchase!
The Audioengine 2 was designed by our in-house development team and
built to provide many years of enjoyment. Creating powered multimedia
speakers to follow the Audioengine 5 was a challenge but we feel we‘ve
managed to duplicate the signature sound of the Audioengine 5‘s in a
smaller package perfectly suited for a desktop or smaller space. The Audio-
engine 2 is a great introduction to high-quality audio and the perfect
upgrade for your computer or iPod.

Many thanks to all who helped out. If it wasn‘t for our customers, resellers,
reviewers, engineering team, and many others we never would have been
able to complete this product.

Unpacking

Your Audioengine speakers were carefully tested and inspected before
packaging and shipping. After unpacking please check for any damage. It is
rare that a unit is damaged during shipping, but if this does happen contact
the shipping company immediately. We recommend that you keep the
original carton and packing material.

Speaker Placement

Place your Audioengine 2 speakers at a comfortable listening location with
no obstructions at the front or back. We recommend at least 3 inches of
clearance around the back of the left speaker, with good air circulation (as
the amplier does require some heat dissipation).

Speaker Cleaning

We don’t recommend using any solvents or cleaners on Audioengine cabi-
nets or speakers. Just wipe down with a soft, dry cloth.

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VOLUME

AUDIO IN

AC IN

OUT TO RIGHT
SPEAKER

INPUTS

L

A

B

R

Assembled in China

VOLUME

OUT TO
RIGHT

L

POWER

17.5V

2.0A

±

Connecting your system

Step 1– Connecting the Speaker Wire

Connect the RED (+) and BLACK (-) terminals from the left speaker to the
corresponding terminals on the right speaker using the included speaker
wire. Be sure to match the gold-colored side of the speaker wire with the

RED (+) terminals and the silver-colored side to the BLACK (-) terminals on

each speaker.

As the Audioengine 5 speaker system is self-powered, do not connect the
speaker terminals to the speaker outputs of a stereo receiver.

Detailed Procedure:

1 Use your thumb and nger to unscrew the binding post connectors.
2 Insert each speaker wire into the holes on the side of binding post

connectors.
3 Retighten the binding posts with your ngers.
4 The stripped portion of the wire should be secured rmly in each

connector.

Repeat the procedure to connect the other end of the speaker wire to the
other speaker. Make sure that none of the speaker wire strands have come
in contact with an adjoining terminal.

Box Contents

Included with the speakers:
t Power supply

 t Speaker cable (16AWG), 2 meters (~6.5 feet)

 t 1⁄8” mini-jack audio cable, 2 meters (~6.5 feet)

t 1⁄8” mini-jack audio cable, 20 cm (~8 inches)

 t Drawstring power supply bag

t Drawstring cable bag
t DrawString speaker bag (2)

 t Setup Guide

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Assembled in China

100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.8A

17.5V 2.0A

±

INPUT:

OUTPUT:

+ –

Basic Troubleshooting

If the LED indicator on the power supply is not illuminated:

t Check to see that the AC power cord is securely connected to the power

supply and to the AC power outlet.

t Check that the AC power outlet is supplying power.

If the speakers do not produce sound:

t Check that the cable from the power supply is connected to the rear

panel, and that the LED indicator on the power supply is illuminated.

t Check that the volume/power knob on the rear panel is not set to mini-

mum volume or powered o (we recommend at least a 10 o’clock posi­tion).

t Check that the volume level of your audio source in not set to minimum

or powered o.

t Check that the wire from your audio source to your speakers is properly

connected (occasionally the 1/8” cables feel as if they are inserted all
the way, but are not).

If the speakers produce sound from the left speaker but not the right:

t Check that the speaker wires are correctly connected between the left

and right speaker binding posts.

t Check that the wire from your audio source to your speakers is properly

connected.

If the sound is distorted:

t Decrease the volume of the input audio source and increase the volume

of the speakers.

Support

If you have questions or issues that we can help you with, don’t hesitate to

email us at: [e-mail]

or call toll-free at: [phone]

Connecting your system (continued)

Step 2– Connecting the Power Supply

Be sure that the volume/power switch on the rear panel is in the OFF posi­tion by rotating it counterclockwise until it clicks o.

1 Connect the DIN power cable from the power supply to the rear DIN

power input connector on the speaker. Note: This connector is “keyed”

for proper alignment. Do not use excessive force on the connector.
2 Connect the AC power cable to the other end of the power supply.
3 Connect the AC power cable to a power outlet.
4 Verify that the LED indicator on the power supply is illuminated.

Use only the power supply provided with the speakers.

Step 3– Connecting the Audio Source

Using the appropriate audio cable (either 1⁄8” mini-jack or RCA), connect the
speaker to your audio source (computer, iPod, other MP3 player, etc.).

1⁄8” mini-jack audio cables are provided with your speakers.

Step 4– Enjoying the sound

1 Turn on the rear panel volume/power knob, and set the volume control

to an initial setting of about 3 o’clock.
2 Turn on your audio source, and adjust to your desired listening level.

Two audio sources may be connected into the speakers at the same time.
We recommend using the volume control on each audio source to adjust the
overall volume.

We also recommend using a high-quality surge suppressor and/or AC line
lter on all electronics equipment.

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Audioengine 2 General Specications

Type: 2.0 powered (active) multimedia speaker system
Power output: 60W peak power total (15W RMS / 30W peak per channel),

AES

Inputs: Dual 1⁄8” stereo mini-jack and RCA jacks
Voltages: 110-240V, 50/60Hz auto-switching
Amplier type: Dual Class AB monolithic
Drivers: 2.75” Kevlar woofers, 20mm silk dome tweeters
Signal-to-noise: >95dB (typical A-weighted)
THD: <0.05% at all power settings
Crosstalk: <50db
Frequency response: 65Hz-22kHz +/-2.0dB
Sensitivity: 88db SPL (1w@1m)
Input impedance: 10K ohms unbalanced
Protection: Output current limiting, thermal over-temperature, power

on/o transient protection

Dimensions (each): 6”(H) x 4”(W) x 5.25”(D)
Weight (LEFT Speaker): 4 lbs
Weight (RIGHT Speaker): 3 lbs
Shipping weight: 4.6kg (~10lbs) per pair
Shipping box dims: 10.5” (H) x 15” (L) x 7” (W)

Materials and Construction

18mm thick MDF cabinets
20mm silk dome tweeters with neodymium magnets

2.75“ Kevlar woofers with advanced voice coils

Company Information

Audioengine designs and builds innovative speaker systems with digital
audio in mind. Great sound, simple but elegant designs, high-quality materi­als, and truly useful features are what Audioengine is all about. We sincerely
hope you get as much enjoyment from our products as we‘ve had creating
them! For more information go to: www.audioengineusa.com

Warranty

Period

All Audioengine produc ts have a 3-year Limited Warranty on par ts and labor from date of purchase. Your warranty is
automatic, so there is no need to register. This Limited Warranty applies to Audioengine products purchased in the
Continental United States only. For Limited Warranty coverage elsewhe re, please contact your Audioengine dealer or
reseller.

What is covered

All defective parts or f aulty workmanship.

What is not covered

The Audioengine Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, neglec t, excessive moisture,
lightning, power surges, other acts of nature, unauthorized produc t modication or repairs, or failure to follow the
instructions outlined in the Setup Guide.

What we will do

We will repair or replace any defective parts, at our option, within a reasonable amount of time and free of charge any time
during the warranty period. After ser vice, we will be responsible for shipping the product back to you at our expense.

What we ask from you

You will be responsible for shipping or transportation charges directly to Audioengine o r to an authorized dealer. We
recommend that you keep the original shipping materials, as it is important that you package the product so that it will not
be damaged during shipping. Audioengine cannot be responsible for any damages incurred during shipping due to poor
packing, so please pack well and make sure to insure your shipment.

How to obtain Audioengine Warrant y service

If you have any questions about your warranty coverage, need help, or you think you may nee d service, email the
Audioengine Authorized Service Center at: [e-mail] or call [phone].

We will do everything we can to answer your questions and resolve any issues in 24 hours or sooner.

Exclusive Remedy

This Limited Warranty is fully transferable provided that the current owner furnishes the original proof of purchase and that
the serial number on the produc t is intact. THE MA XIMUM LIABILITY OF AUDIOENGINE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. IN NO E VENT SHALL AUDIOENGINE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES.

Product Returns and Ref unds

Audition your Audioengine speakers for 30 days, risk free. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. Should you have a problem or are
not happy with any Audioengine product, send us an email at: [e-mail] or call [phone].

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