Touchboards ASTRO-LW002, ASTRO-LD002, ASTRO-LR002 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

Astronaut

™

POWERED CEILING SPEAKER WITH SECURITY BRACKET

ASTRO-LW002 | ASTRO-LD002 | ASTRO-LR002

The Environment & Your Investment

Cetacea Sound Corp

2003 East Center Circle, Plymouth, MN 55441
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www.cetaceasound.com

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CUSTOMER SERVICE: [e-mail]

Every effort has been made to protect the environment during the design and manufacture
of this product.

All electronic components are lead free.

Our unique patented sound dispersion system uses 75% less power to achieve the

same loudness as other traditional speakers, resulting in energy and parts savings.

Our power supplies meet all international and domestic energy conservation

certifi cations in force at the time of manufacture, including ENERGY STAR® and
California Energy IV Conservation.

The fi rst certifi ed, green audio system. That is what we call Lite Energy™!

With your help, we can reduce waste and encourage re-use. This product is subject to

ENERGY STAR international and domestic regulations and laws that govern the recycling of electronic

equipment. The symbol ( ) on our power supply indicates that this particular component is not
to be disposed of with normal waste. It is your responsibility to hand this item over to a proper
collection point for disposal and recycling. This separate collection and recycling of your power
supply will help conserve natural resources and ensure that both our health and the environment
are protected. For additional information on where to recycle this item contact your local state,
county, or city offi ce for information. You may also contact us through our website.

At the time of print, Cetacea Sound Corp is fully registered with all states and countries in which it
operates, that require these recycling procedures.

Check the website for additional information on Cetacea Sound products' environmental

benefi ts and the Green School Education Program.

© 2011 Cetacea Sound Corp. All rights reserved. Covered by multiple international patents. 2/11 200905-017

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Introduction

This is an amplifi ed speaker. It is designed to plug into either mono or stereo sources of sound.
These sources can be a variety of electronic devices including DVD's, projectors, microphones,
and personal computers. When using these devices, turn off all signal boost and compression
algorithms*. If connecting to a computer, make sure the sound card software is properly set up
for uncompressed and un-boosted stereo output. Use only the stereo output from DVD’s and
personal computers. The Astronaut is not designed to plug into third party amplifi ers, pre-amps, or
subwoofer output jacks. Most line and variable headphone jacks are suitable sources.

Input sources: DVD | PC | Projector | Computer | Microphone

Built-in mixer: Up to three devices of this type can be simultaneously connected to the

Astronaut’s three inputs.

Line Level Sources Only: The Astronaut contains its own amplifi er. Connect to line level
sources only.

Online Ordering

Cetacea Sound is excited to announce LaunchPad, the online product ordering and support site
for Cetacea Sound customers. LaunchPad is your destination for convenience — featuring order
placement, product catalog, pricing, and customer service tools to effectively manage your
Cetacea Sound account. More information can be found on our website.

LaunchPad Features

Product Catalog: Browse the complete Cetacea Sound product catalog, including

systems, accessories, and spares.

Online Ordering: Submit online purchase orders and quotes. Track them online.

Account Management: Keep track of your addresses, shipments, orders, customer

support tickets and RMA requests.

Index

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Online Ordering / LaunchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Astronaut Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installer Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Assembly Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Shipping Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Cable Options & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Ceiling Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7–10

1-1 Speaker Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1-2 Mounting Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1-3 Attach Astronaut Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

1-4 Lock Astronaut Speaker With Security Eye Bolt . . . . . . . . 9

1-5 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1-6 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Source Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2-1 Cables & Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2-2 Connection Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2-3 Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3-1 High Voltage Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3-2 Low Voltage Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3-3 Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Tips & Tricks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Do's & Don'ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

The Environment & Your Investment . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

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Index

Introduction | Online Ordering

* If your source device has equalizer or settings like "bass boost"

or special effects like "surround sound", turn them off.

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Astronaut Safety Instructions

1. Please read all instructions carefully and
keep a copy of this guide in a safe place.

2. Please download a copy of this guide for
your records. All literature can be found
on our website.

3. Please protect this equipment from
high humidity.

4. Take special care not to drop this
equipment while installing overhead.

5. Obey all cautions and warnings on
equipment.

6. If equipment is not to be used for long
periods of time, e.g., one month or
longer, disconnect the power cord. The
Astronaut has over-voltage and diode
protection built in; however, it is better
to err on the side of caution.

7. Never force anything into the openings
in the equipment.

8. Never allow liquids or moisture to pour
or build inside the equipment.

9. Do not use equipment if it has obvious
signs of damage from shipping or
dropping.

10. Do not use equipment if ambient
temperatures exceed 120 °F (48 °C).

11. Make sure equipment is properly mounted
according to the Ceiling Mounting
Instructions in this guide. No other form
of mounting the Astronaut is approved
and may cause a loss of warranty.

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Astronaut Safety Instructions | Technical Support

PLEASE SAVE THE BOXES IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN

THE ASTRONAUT FOR ANY REASON.

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Technical Support

Before contacting Cetacea Sound Corp for technical support, please read our
Customer Service & Diagnostic Procedures which can be found on our website.

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Installer Notes | Assembly Tools

Installer Notes

Stereo sources: Maximum input voltage should not exceed 300 mv per input channel (A, B, or C).
Do not use any multi-channel sources like 3-channel, Dolby Digital 5-channel, THX, or Q-Sound.

Mono sources: Maximum input voltage should not exceed 150 mv per input channel (A, B, or C).
Use microphones that offer mono or stereo line output instead of microphone level output.
Cetacea Sound microphones are compatible with the Astronaut. Use of other brands may result in
unpredictable results and is not advised.

Line Level Input Sources: Although pre-amps, projector outputs, and music mixers are popular, it
is possible to "overdrive" the Astronaut with these devices, leading to premature failure and a loss
of warranty coverage. Furthermore, equalizers, bass boost, Surround Sound, Q-Sound, Spatializer,
and other compression techniques are not necessary and will add nothing to the sound quality of
the Astronaut. If overused, they can also "overdrive" the Astronaut, leading to premature failure
and a loss of warranty coverage.

Assembly Tools

Recommended tools to mount the Astronaut to a suspended ceiling tile:

Phillips head screwdriver

Hand drill with ¼ in. and ½ in. bits

Measuring tape

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Shipping Kit

Shipping Kit

Astronaut Speaker

#ASTRO-002

Astronaut Ceiling Mount Kit

(Security)

#CM-002

Includes:

Mounting Bracket (1), #AB-411
Ceiling Plate (1), #AMT-002
Aluminum Bolts (4), #AB-305
Eye Bolt (1), #AB-310

Mounting Bracket (1) Eye Bolt (1)

Ceiling Plate (1) Aluminum Bolts (4)

Power Supplies (PS)

Astronaut includes 1 of the following 3 power supply confi gurations.
Refer to the original order documentation for shipping kit number.

ASTRO-LW002:

15V Wall Mount PS

#FW-PSE1515W

ASTRO-LR002:

15V Wall Mount PS

#FW-PSE1515W

Extension Cable

#AB-124

ASTRO-LD002:

15V Desktop PS

#FW-PSE1515D

Removable AC Cord

#AB-125

Cable Options & Accessories

Cable Options & Accessories

Cetacea Sound offers a variety of cable options and accessories.
Please visit our website for more information.

AC Extension Power Cords for

Desktop Power Supplies

6 ft. #AB-125

10 ft. #AB-127
20 ft. #AB-128
30 ft. #AB-129

Volume Control

#AB-163R

Includes:
A) Stereo Cable, 3.5 mm mini,

M-M, 1.5 ft., #AB-135G

B) In-line Volume Control, M-F,

#AB-163

AB

Mono Extension Cable, M-M

20 ft. #AB-141G

Stereo Extension Cable, M-M

20 ft. #AB-138G

DC Extension Cords for Wall Mount

Power Supplies

6 ft. #AB-165

10 ft. #AB-166
20 ft. #AB-167
30 ft. #AB-124
40 ft. #AB-123

DC Power Extension Cable, Plenum,

M-F barrel connectors

40 ft. #AB-152

20 ft. #AB-151

Pointer

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6 ft. DC cord 6 ft. DC cord + 30 ft. Extension Cable

6 ft. DC Cord +

6 ft. Removable AC Cord

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Step 1 | Ceiling Mounting Instructions

Step 1 Ceiling Mounting Instructions

1-1 Speaker Location

Locate an appropriate location on the ceiling. The Astronaut can be located anywhere on
the ceiling and does not need to be in the center of the room to sound the best. Try to
maintain at least 4 ft. of space from the nearest wall or vertical obstruction.

INSTALL SPEAKERS IN A SAFE PLACE AWAY FROM DIRECT HEAT,

HIGH HUMIDITY AND PHYSICAL OBSTRUCTIONS.

1-2 Mounting Bracket

Remove a ceiling tile and set it
on a fi rm surface. Use the ceiling
plate as a guide to mark all 5
holes at locations "A" and "B".

AA

B

Drill or tap 1/4 in. holes at location "A" for the provided 4 aluminum bolts.
Drill or tap a 1/2 in. hole at location "B" in the ceiling surface for the security eye bolt.

If cables will be routed above the
ceiling, cut a 1 inch hole. Allow
6 inches of clearance between
the front of the speaker and the
hole.

6 in.

Attach the ceiling plate "C"
above the ceiling tile and the
mounting bracket "D" below
the ceiling using the provided 4
aluminum bolts. The bolts should
be snug; do not over-tighten.

NOTE: If attaching the Astronaut
to a solid ceiling, the ceiling
plate "C" is not used and the 4
aluminum bolts must be replaced
with similar sized wood or plaster
screws.

D

C

Ceiling Mounting Instructions | Step 1

1-3 Attach Astronaut Speaker

Attach the Astronaut speaker
to the mounting bracket on the
ceiling. Use one fi nger to feel the
fi rst peg "E". Align the peg with
one of the four holes "F" on the
base of the speaker and then all
other pegs should fall easily into
place.

NOTE: Make sure all 4 pegs are
aligned and the speaker is fl ush
to the ceiling before the fi nal
step below.

E

F

Twist the speaker slightly to the
right until you hear it lock. Once
locked, the guide on the speaker
lens will line up with the pointer
"G" on the ceiling bracket.

NOTE: It only takes light pressure
to lock, like clicking a pen.

G

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Step 1 | Ceiling Mounting Instructions

1-4 Lock Astronaut Speaker With

Security Eye Bolt

Once the speaker is attached to
the bracket (refer to the diagram
in 1-3 on page 8), screw eye bolt
through the top of the ceiling
plate "H" and into the Astronaut
base "I".

H

I

1-5 Security

The Astronaut speaker cannot
be removed from below the false
ceiling without fi rst unscrewing
the eye bolt.

Ceiling Mounting Instructions | Step 1

1-6 Safety

If desired, use a suspension wire
(not supplied) to attach the eye
bolt to the ceiling truss.

CEILING STRUCTURE

SUSPENSION
WIRE

FALSE CEILING

TRUSS

NOTE: A full downloadable copy of the Ceiling Mount

Kit instructions can be found on our website.

Step 1 Ceiling Mounting Instructions

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Step 2 | Source Connection

Power Connection | Step 3

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Step 2 Source Connection

2-1 Cables & Connections

Connect the source to the Astronaut with
high quality cables and connectors. The
Astronaut has a built in 3-channel mixer
and any input (A, B, or C) can be used.
Jacks are 3.5mm minis.

2-2 Connection Diagrams

Stereo VCR/DVD Connections

(Line Level - Fixed Output)

Projector Connections

(Variable Output)

NOTE: Some equipment may have variable output. Not all projectors have suitable audio outputs.

See website for additional connection diagrams.

2-3 Volume Control

If using a variable output, control the
volume at the source. If using a fi xed
output as the source, an in-line volume
control or mixer can be used instead.

In-line Volume Control, #AB-163

Step 3 Power Connection

DO NOT CONNECT SPEAKER TO POWER UNTIL AFTER STEPS 1 & 2 HAVE

BEEN COMPLETED AND AT LEAST ONE SOURCE CABLE IS CONNECTED.

3-1 High Voltage Connection

Wall Mount Power Supply

#FW-PSE1515W
Choose this power supply when the AC outlet

is near the mounting location. Typically, the
power source is shared with and located near
a projector.

Desktop Power Supply

#FW-PSE1515D

Choose this power supply when the AC outlet
location requires AC power extension cables.

Wall Mount Desktop

NOTE: We offer optional length power cords for long-run applications and other custom installations (refer to page 6).

3-2 Low Voltage Connection

The low power barrel connector
"J" can now be plugged into the
speaker. Plugging/unplugging this
connector will turn the speaker
on and off.

J

K

3-3 Power Up

When the connector barrel is
plugged into the speaker the
internal GREEN light "K" will turn
on, indicating the speaker is on.
Turn on your sound and adjust
the volume.

MAKE SURE ALL SOURCE CABLES ARE CONNECTED
BEFORE PLUGGING IN POWER BARREL.

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Troubleshooting | Tips & Tricks | Do's & Don'ts

Limited Warranty

Troubleshooting

NOISE: Make sure all cable connections are tight.

NO SOUND: Verify that the

GREEN light "L" is on

at the speaker input panel. Verify the sound source
is “ON” and playing.

Find a more complete guide to

troubleshooting on our website.

Tips & Tricks

Tip: In the case that your power supply fails, please recycle it according to local laws. Older
supplies can be returned to us for a 25% discount on a new ENERGY STAR® model.

Please visit our website for a list of Astronaut "Tips & Tricks".

Do's & Don'ts

Don't use unapproved power supplies. They could permanently damage the amplifi er
or other components in your speaker.

Do educate all users in the proper use and handling of electronic equipment, especially
wires and cables.

Please visit our website for additional Astronaut "Do's & Don'ts".

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Limited Warranty

Cetacea Sound Corp warrants to the original purchaser
that, if the product purchased from an authorized
Cetacea Sound Dealer fails in normal use due to defect
in materials or workmanship within two years of the
date of the original purchase, Cetacea Sound Corp
will, at its option, repair or replace the product without
charge. Products repaired or replaced are warranted for
the remainder of the original warranty period.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER defects
caused by freight damage; abuse; inappropriate
use; exposure to extreme temperatures, solvents or
other liquids, or foreign particles or contaminates;
modifi cation; alteration; accident or casualty;
malfunction resulting from the malfunction of other
audio equipment; operation of the product in a manner
contrary to the instructions accompanying the product;
repair or service by anyone other than Cetacea Sound
Corp; or poor sound quality or noise due to poor cable
quality, installation or routing, power fl uctuations,
improper grounding, or failure to follow the installation
guidelines of the International Communications
Industry Association (ICIA) and the Audio Engineering
Society (AES).

ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED IN THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT, AND ANY REMEDY
FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT THAT, BUT FOR THIS
PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION OR

OPERATION OF LAW, IS HEREBY EXCLUDED AND
DISCLAIMED. MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR
ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THIS
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CETACEA SOUND
CORP. BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER
PERSON FOR ANY SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF
WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE.
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.

To obtain Warranty Service, the purchaser must
contact our Customer Service Department, follow the
instructions shown on our website, and return the
product to us at the address shown on the back of this
booklet with the Return Material Authorization number
issued by Customer Service. All removal, installation,
and shipping expenses are the responsibility of the
purchaser.

This Warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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