ZVOX
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Hook-up instructions: 315 Sound Console.
Read This First! Important Safety Instructions.
READ AND HEED IMPORTANT
SAFETY WARNING ON POWER
SUPPLY.
IMPORTANT.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user of the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within a product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute the
risk of electric shock to persons.
Read Instructions. All safety and operating instructions should be
read before your ZVOX™ Console is operated.
Keep These Instructions. Safety instructions and operating
instructions should be kept for future reference.
Heed All Warnings. All warnings on the product or in the operating
instructions should be followed.
Follow Instructions. Operate your ZVOX Console in accordance
with the instructions.
Do Not Use Near Water. Do not use your ZVOX
Console near water, such as a bathtub, sink, swimming
pool or wet basement. To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture, To avoid dripping and splashing, no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on
your ZVOX Console.
Object Entry. Never use probes of any kind to reach
into the Console as they may touch voltage points or
short parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Stable Placement. Do not place the Console on an
unstable cart, stand, bracket or table. The Console may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and
serious damage to the product.
Ventilation. The control panel and bass port of your ZVOX Console
provide ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the system and to
prevent it from over-heating. These areas must not be blocked or
covered. Do not allow a soft surface such as carpet, bedding or a
sofa to block the bass port or cover the control panel. The Console
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
a rack unless proper ventilation is provided.
Heat. Your Console should be placed away from radiators, stoves,
heat vents or other heat sources.
Do Not Abuse The Power Cord. Install the Console
where no one can step on or trip on the power cord.
Never yank to disconnect the cord from an outlet. Keep
the cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull the cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not allow the cord to
hang over the edge of a table or counter.
Power Supply. Do not use a power supply with a higher voltage
rating than the unit supplied with your ZVOX Console.
Power Sources. The Console should be operated only with a 60HZ
120VAC power source.
Do Not Overload Outlets. Don’t overload your wall outlets or power
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DRY LOCATION USE ONLY
CAUTION:
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying this product.
strip. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
Damage Requiring Service. Unplug your Console and refer
servicing to an authorized service center when the following conditions occur:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid is spilled into the unit.
• If the Console has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the Console does not work normally by following the operating
instructions.
• If the unit has been dropped or physically damaged.
• If the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Lightning. Unplug your Console during a lightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will
prevent damage due to lightning and power line surges.
Unplug Before Cleaning. Unplug your ZVOX Console
from wall outlet or other power source before cleaning.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use solvents or
chemical cleaning agents.
Attachments. Do not use any adapters or attachments not recommended by ZVOX Audio, as they may cause hazards.
Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Do not
remove the cover. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement Parts. Do not allow anyone to use replacement parts
other than those recommended by the manufacturer. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Safety Check. Upon completion of any service or repair to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine whether the product is in proper operating condition.
ZVOX Audio, LLC
59 Thomas Road
Swampscott, MA 01907 USA
info@zvoxaudio.com
www.zvoxaudio.com
ATTENTION:
POUR UTILISATION A
L’INTERIEUR SEULEMENT
1 Year Limited Warranty.
To the original purchaser, ZVOX Audio LLC will warrant the ZVOX 315 system to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from date of purchase. With respect to defects, ZVOX will, at its option, replace the product or repair the defect
in the product with no charge to the original purchaser for parts or labor.
This warranty does not extend to any defect, malfunction or failure caused by misuses, abuse, accident, faulty hookup, defective
associated equipment or use of the system with equipment for which it is not intended.
This warranty is only valid when the system is returned to the retailer that sold the ZVOX 315 system to the original purchaser.
This is the sole and express warranty. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness
for purpose or otherwise. In no event shall ZVOX Audio be liable for incidental or consequential damages or have any liability with
respect to defects other than the obligations set forth as stated.
To ensure warranty coverage, it is incumbent upon the original purchaser of the ZVOX 315 system to inform the retailer of the defect
within the warranty period. The only acceptable method of establishing warranty status is a copy of the original proof of purchase
indicating customer’s name and purchase date.
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Hook-up instructions: 315 Sound Console.
1. Unpack Console, AC power supply and 2
connecting cords – one with “RCA” plugs, and
one with a “mini plug” connector.
2. Place console facing listening area, leaving
2” of space behind it for bass port. If using the
Console with a TV, try to align the Console
with the center of the screen.
3. Connect AC power supply cord to “Power” port
on console, then plug into AC outlet.
DO NOT plug cord into AC outlet before it is
connected to “Power” port of Console.
5.
For TV connection only: All other
devices, skip to step 6.
audio output, push the “MENU” button on your
remote control, then choose “AUDIO” -- and
navigate through the menu options to choose
“SPEAKER: OFF” and “AUDIO OUT: VARIABLE” (sometimes called “AOV” on a TV’s
menu).
If your TV’s audio output can’t be switched to
“VARIABLE,” or if it doesn’t have audio out
jacks, connect the ZVOX Console to the TV’s
headphone jack. Your TV’s volume control will
then control the volume of the ZVOX Console.
If your TV doesn’t have a headphone jack, or
variable audio outputs, then you can connect
your ZVOX Console to the variable audio
output of your cable box. But other devices
(VCR, DVD player) will not play through the
ZVOX Console, unless they are connected
through your cable box. If no variable audio
output connection is available, you must vary
the volume using the volume control on the
back panel of the ZVOX Console.
6. IMPORTANT: Turn down volume control on
back panel of ZVOX Console to about the “9
o’clock” position.
If connected to a TV
8. Turn Power switch to “On.” Then activate
TV, PC, CD/MP3 player, radio or other audio
device.
9. With volume control of TV/PC/Audio Device
set at about 75% of maximum, turn up the
volume of ZVOX Console all the way, or until
audible distortion occurs. If distortion occurs,
turn ZVOX volume control down until distortion
goes away.
10. Listen and enjoy. When you’re finished,
simply turn off your TV/audio source. Use the
volume control or remote control of your TV/
audio source to vary the volume to suit your
taste.
After 3 minutes without receiving an audio
signal, your ZVOX Console will automatically
shut down its amplifier. When you turn on your
TV/audio source, the ZVOX Console will
automatically turn itself on again. The auto
turn-on function takes 1-2 seconds. Note: If
auto shutdown occurs when listening at very
low volume levels, you may need to adjust the
ZVOX volume control DOWN somewhat, and
turn the volume of your TV/audio source UP.
This will assure a strong enough signal to
prevent inadvertent shutdown.
Questions? See the “User Guide” section
of our web site: www.zvoxaudio.com.
4. Examine audio outputs or headphone jack of
your TV, PC, CD/MP3 player, game console or
radio to determine if it uses a “mini jack” or
“RCA” connectors. Choose and connect
appropriate cord.
Mini-plug for
use with minijack input.
A few opportunities for fine-tuning.
1. If your TV, CD player, PC or other audio
source plays too loudly, even with its volume
control turned only part way up, you may want
to reduce the volume level on the back of your
ZVOX Console (“Main Volume”).
2. If you hear a consistent “hiss” or hum from
your ZVOX Console, try turning UP the
volume of your TV or other audio source, and
then set the ZVOX volume level LOWER. If
your TV is connected to a cable box or
satellite receiver, try turning its volume control
UP – so that when you switch from your cable
box to your DVD player, they play at about the
same level. As a rule of thumb, try setting
each device at about 75-90% of its maximum
volume level -- then turn the ZVOX Console’s
volume control up as far as it will go without
distorting. After that, make all volume
adjustments from your TV or other audio source.
In some circumstances, you will hear excess
hiss if your TV/audio source is turned up TOO
high. If this happens, try adjusting the TV/
audio source sound level DOWN and turn the
ZVOX Console volume UP.
RCA plugs for
use with RCA
jack inputs.
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7. Plug other end of audio connecting cable
into “Input 1” plug on back of ZVOX Console.
Please keep in mind that your ZVOX Console
is a highly accurate audio system that may
reveal noise or distortion that other speakers
did not reproduce. This is not the fault of the
ZVOX Console, which is simply reproducing
the signal it receives.
3. The PhaseCue control adjusts the size of
the perceived “sound stage.” Feel free to
adjust it when playing different kinds of audio.
Some people prefer slightly more, or slightly
• “Input 1” jack is for connecting audio connector cable from TV, PC or other audio source.
• “Output (Input 2)” jack is for connection of optional powered subwoofer, and also acts as a second,
mixing input. It will only act as an input if another device is already connected to the “Input 1” jack.
• “Main Volume” is a “set and forget” volume control. After initial setup, you shouldn’t need to adjust it.
• “Phase Cue” adjusts the size of the sound stage. Proper setting for most uses: “11-3 o’clock.”
• “Subwoofer Level
” adjusts bass output.
less PhaseCue effect. The recommended
setting is “11-3 o’clock” on the control. If the
sound is overly bright (too much treble), try
turning down the PhaseCue control.
3. If you are placing the Sound Console on the
floor, in a corner, or near the ceiling, you may
find that it produces too much bass – resulting
in a “muddy” sound. If this happens, turn down
the subwoofer level control until the “muddy” or
“boomy” sound goes away.
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