Cambridge SoundWorks SoundWorks Digital Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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FCC Part 15:

This equipment has beentestedand
found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, this
notice is not a guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try one or more of
the following measures:

Notice for the USA

All cables used to connect the computer and
peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation
with non- certified computers or non- shielded cables
may result in interference to radio or television
reception.

Modifications

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the grantee of this device could void the user’s
authority to operate the device.

Notice for Canada
This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for
radio interference as specified in the Canadian
Department of Communications Radio Interference
Regulations.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes de CLASSE “B”
d’interference radio tel que spe’cifie’ par le Ministère
Canadien des Communications dans les règlements

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the

equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/ TV technician.

CAUTION:

Tocomply with the limits for the Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules,
this device must be installed with computer equipment
certified to comply with the Class B limits.

Safety & Regulatory Information

The following sections contain notices for various countries:

Declaration of Conformity

According to the FCC96 208 and ET95- 19
Name:

Creative Labs Inc.

Address:

1901 McCarthy

Boulevard Milpitas, CA. 95035

United States

Tel:[phone]

declares under its soleresponsibility that the product
Trade Name:

Creative Labs/

CambridgeSoundWorks

Model Number:

CSW250

has been tested according to the FCC / CISPR22/85
requirement for Class B devices and found
compliant with the following standards:

EMI/ EMC: ANSI C63.4 1992, FCC Part 15
Subpart B

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

1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesirable operation.

Ce matériel est conforme à la section 15 des régles
FCC. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux
conditions suivantes:

1. Le matériel ne peut étre source
d’interférences et

2. Doit accepter toutes les interférences reques,
Y compris celles pouvant provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable.

Compliance Manager
Creative Labs, Inc.
August 26, 1999

Compliance

This product conforms to the following Council
Directive:

Directive 89/ 336/ EEC, 92/ 31/ EEC (EMC),
73/ 23/ EEC (LVD)

WARNING:

Toprevent fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.

Important Notice

The serial number for the SoundWorks Digital is
located on the subwoofer. Please write this number
down and keep it in a secure area. This is for your
security.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and

operating instructions should be read
before the SoundWorks Digital amplified
subwoofer/satellite system is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and

operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the

subwoofer and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and

use instructions should be followed.

CLEANING - Unplug the subwoofer from the

wall outlet or other power source before
cleaning.Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not

recommended by Cambridge SoundWorks
as they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use the

subwoofer near water—for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES - Do not place the

SoundWorks Digital system on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
subwoofer or satellites may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the product. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by Cambridge
SoundWorks, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the satellites or subwoofer
should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by Cambridge
SoundWorks.

VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the

cabinet are provided for ventilation, to
ensure reliable operation of the subwoofer
and to prevent it from overheating; and
these openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The
subwoofer should not be placed in a built­in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or
CambridgeSoundWorks’ instructions have
been adhered to.

HEAT - The subwoofer should be situated

away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, and
other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

POWER SOURCES - The subwoofer should

be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery
powerorothersources,refertothe
operating instructions.

POLARIZATION - The subwoofer may be

equipped with a polarized alternating­current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-

supply cords should be routed so that they
arenotlikelytobewalkedonorpinched
by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the subwoofer.

LIGHTNING - For added protection for the

SoundWorks Digital system during a
lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will
prevent damage to the subwoofer due to
lightning and power-line surges.

OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall

outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push

objects of any kind into the subwoofer
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the
subwoofer.

SERVICING - Do not attempt to service the

subwoofer yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer
all servicing to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE -Unplug

the subwoofer from the wall outlet or other
power source and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:

a) When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects

have fallen into the subwoofer.

c) If the subwoofer has been exposed to

rain or water.

d) If the subwoofer does not operate

normally by following the operating
instructions; or exhibits a distinct
change in performance.

e) If the product has been dropped or

damaged in any way.

REPLACEMENT PARTS-When replacement

parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts
specified by Cambridge SoundWorks or
have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.

SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any

service or repairs to the SoundWorks
Digital system, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that
the SoundWorks Digital system is in proper
operating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING -The

SoundWorks Digital satellites should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by Cambridge
SoundWorks.

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Contents

Installation Sequence........................................................................... 5

Satellite Connection ............................................................................. 6

Audio Signal Connections .................................................................... 7

The Volume Control.............................................................................. 9

Power Connection................................................................................. 9

Speaker Placement.............................................................................10

Mounting the Satellites...................................................................... 11

Specifications..................................................................................... 12

Playback Levels.................................................................................. 12

Technical Support ..............................................................................14

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Introduction

hank you for buying
SoundWorks Digital by

Cambridge SoundWorks.
SoundWorks Digital, based on
the award-winning Cambridge
Soundworks FourPointSurround
FPS2000 Digital, is the first 2.1
digital speaker featuring a SPDIF
digital input for crystal clear,
distortion-free audio. Its second
analog stereo input lets you keep
the main source (such as a
computer) playing when you
want to connect another audio
device, such as a CD player. We
think you’ll find the speaker
system’s sound quality
astonishing, whether you
connect it to your computer or

use it as a stand-alone music
system.

To create a “multimedia”
speaker, many manufacturers just
add some magnetic shielding and
a new nameplate to an existing
model. At Cambridge Sound­Works, we started with the
assumption that computer users
care no less about sound quality
than music lovers. We have
developed a totally new system,
lavishing as much effort on its
design as on that of our costliest
Ensemble® speakers. Thus this
speaker system far outstrips most
boom boxes and rack audio
systems, let alone the typical
“multimedia” speaker.

Cambridge SoundWorks

1-800-YES-HIFI

(1-800-937-4434),

8:00 A.M. to Midnight,

Eastern time

I:00 P.M. to 4:00 A.M.

Greenwich Mean Time

Outside US:

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

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