Setup Guide
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1. Setup Guide O EULI UGD De www audioengineusa com Premium Powered Desktop Speakers CLE Ier nate G Contents Introduction Page 3 Unpacking eevee eve cee eeeveee ees Page 3 What WA CIN DOE sicko s earciter peta esac EAE EENE E ERE Page 4 CEARN araon ee er EEEE EERE EAEE SN E E Page 4 PIACEMENT certo cnistuesacaacicdenianhesndadcadurananbasadecshecebscebbnadeniaenl aalen Page 5 EEEN o cece E S EE A E E A E EE T TATY Page 5 Setup and Operation ccs Page 6 Basic Troubleshooting Page 11 Warranty gt Page 13 Specifications cnsircesusidaeriaiennrimdsedsiaeeneadudeadinudonevadeteaesieentwn Page 15 About Audioengine 0 Page 16 DPO pekia aaie a Page 16 Basic Safety Instructions e Read these instructions for all components before using this product e Keep these instructions for future reference e Heed all warnings on the product and in the owner s guide Follow all instructions e 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 e Clean only with a dry cloth and as directed by the manufacturer Unplug this product from the wall outle before cleaning e 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 p2. As the A2 speakers have the power amplifiers built inside do not connect the speaker terminals to the speaker outputs of a Step 1 Connecting the speaker wire stereo receiver 9 Step 2 Connecting the Power Supply Q N oe O ee a Power cord connection xd 1 Use your thumb and finger to unscrew the connectors 2 Insert each speaker wire into the holes on the side of connectors 3 Retighten the connectors with your fingers 4 The bare portion of the wire should be secured firmly in each connector O 24 Verify that the volume power switch on the rear panel of the left speaker is in the OFF position by rotating it counterclockwise until it clicks off Repeat the procedure to connect the other end of the speaker 1 C tthe cable f th ly to the left k wire to the other speaker Check to make sure none of the E E AE E E E a l l l rear panel speaker wire strands have come in contact with a nearby 2 Connect the power cable to the other end of the power connector supply 6 O ET ICUT UG 3 Connect the power cable to an AC 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 an Audio Source Using the appropriate audio cable connect the speaker inputs to your audio source computer iPhone iPad etc One example is shown in the diagram
3. Computer to A2 audio input NE 1 Computer Headphone Output O ET ICUT G Another option for connecting a computer to A2 is via USB audio Using the included USB cable connect as shown in the diagram Computer USB to A2 Computer USB port For PC the A2 should be recognized automatically For Mac under System Preferences Sound Output select Audioengine 2 For advanced setup tips visit audioengineusa com Step 4 Enjoying your Speakers 1 Turn on the rear panel volume power knob and set the volume control to about 3 o clock 2 Turn on your audio source and adjust the volume to your desired listening level Two audio sources may be connected to the speakers at the same time To adjust the volume we recommend using the individual volume controls on each source We recommend using a high quality surge suppressor and or AC line filter on all electronics equipment Basic Troubleshooting If the LED indicator on the power supply is not illuminated Check to see that the power cord is securely connected to the power supply and to an AC power outlet Check that the AC power outlet is supplying power If the speakers do not produce sound 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 Check that the volume power knob on the rear panel is not set to minimum volume or powered o
4. during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time to prevent damage to this product e Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel e 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 e 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 e To prevent risk of fire or electric shock avoid over loading wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles e 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 fire or electrical shock e See product enclosure bottom for safety related markings e Use Proper Power Sources Plug the product into a proper power source as described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product 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 i
5. PRODUCT IN NO EVENT SHALL AUDIOENGINE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDI RECT DAMAGES Product Returns and Refunds Your satisfaction is guaranteed Should you have a problem or are not satisfied with any Audioengine product send us an email at support audioengineusa com or call toll free in the United States at 877 853 4447 CE CLEC uteri General Specifications Type 2 0 powered multimedia speaker system Power output 60W peak power total 15W RMS 30W peak per channel AES Inputs 1 8 stereo mini jack RCA USB Voltages 110 240V 50 60Hz auto switching Amplifier type Dual Class AB monolithic Drivers 2 75 Kevlar woofers 20mm silk dome tweeters Signal to noise gt 95dB typical A weighted THD lt 0 05 at all power settings Crosstalk lt 50db Frequency response 65Hz 22kHz 2 0dB Sensitivity 88db SPL 1w 1m Inputimpedance 10K ohms unbalanced Protection Output current limiting thermal over tem perature power on off transient protection Dimensions each 6 H x 4 W x 5 25 D Weight LEFT Albs Weight RIGHT 3lbs 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 About Audioengine Audioengine designs and builds innovative audio products with all your music in mi
6. e recommend that you keep the original carton and packing material for any possible future shipping CLE Ier nate G Whats in the box A2 powered left speaker A2 passive right soeaker Speaker wire 2 meters 6 5 feet Power supply Power cord Mini jack audio cable 1 5 meters 5 feet USB cable 1 5 meters 5 feet Microfiber power supply bag Microfiber cable bag Setup guide Product line brochure Cleaning Your A2 speakers are designed for years of use with no maintenance as long as you avoid exposure of the speakers to moisture or high temperatures The hand finished MDF wood cabinets are very durable and are easily cleaned by wiping down with a soft dry cloth We do not recommend using cleaners or solvents Placement Place your Audioengine 2 speakers at a comfortable listening location with no obstructions at the front or back If you find that raising them to an angle produces the best sound this is easily achieved by adding the DS1 Desktop Stands available separately We recommend at least 3 inches of clearance around the back of the cabinet for good air circulation Features e Built in power amplifiers e Dual audio inputs e USB computer audio input e Variable audio output e High quality connectors e Custom Kevlar woofers and silk dome tweeters e Power saving idle mode e Hand built cabinets e Magnetically shielded e Cables included 4 CLE Ier nate G Setup and Operation
7. ff we recommend at least a 10 o clock position Check that the volume level of your audio source in not set to minimum or powered off Check that the wire from your audio source to your speakers is properly connected occasionally the 1 8 cable feels as if it is inserted all the way but is not If the speakers produce sound from the left soeaker but not the right Check that the speaker wires are correctly connected between the left and right soeaker connectors Check that the cable from your audio source to the speakers is 10 CLE Ier nate G properly connected If the sound is distorted Decrease the volume of the input audio source and increase the volume of the speakers Warranty Period All Audioengine products have a 3 year Limited Warranty on parts and labor from date of purchase Your warranty is auto matic so there is no need to register This Limited Warranty ap plies only to Audioengine products purchased in the Continental United States For Limited Warranty coverage elsewhere please contact your Audioengine dealer reseller or distributor What is covered All defective parts or faulty workmanship What is not covered The Audioengine Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by accident misuse abuse neglect excessive moisture lightning power surges other acts of nature unauthorized prod uct modification or repairs or failure to follow the instructions outlined in the Setu
8. nd Great sound simple but elegant designs high quality materials and truly useful features are what Audio engine is all about We sincerely hope you get as much enjoy ment from our products as we ve had creating them For infor mation about our other products go to www audioengineusa com Support If you have any questions or feel you may need service contact the reseller where you purchased your A2 or feel free to email us directly at support audioengineusa com or call toll free in the United States 877 853 4447 16 O ET ICUT G audioengine support audioengineusa com audioengineusa com 2006 2013 Audioengine Ltd All Rights Reserved Copyright Notice Audioengine and Audioengine A2 are trademarks of Audioengine Ltd
9. nto 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 operatio uN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE A N NE PAS OUVRIR ATTENTION POUR R DUIRE LE RISQUE DE D CHARGE LECTIQUE NE RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE OU L ARRI RE IL NE SE TROUVE L INT RIEURAUCUNE PI CE POUVANT TRE REPAREE PAR L USAGER S ADRESSER UN RE PARATEUR COM TENT Introduction Welcome to the Audioengine family and congratulations on your purchase of the A2 Premium Powered Desktop Speakers The Audioengine team is dedicated to bringing you the highest quality listening experience possible and the A2 is designed with the same attention to detail and operational simplicity as other Audioengine products Our goal is to get you to your music as simply as possible without all the gadget tinkering that other products generally require As with our other past efforts we thank all our customers and resellers for helping us create another great Audioengine 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 W
10. p 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 dur ing the warranty period After service 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 or to an authorized dealer We recom mend 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 12 CLE Ier nate G so please pack well and make sure to insure your shipment How to obtain Audioengine Warranty service If you have any questions about your warranty coverage or you think you may need service email the Audioengine Authorized Service Center at support audioengineusa com or call toll free in the United States at 877 853 4447 We will do everything we can to answer your questions and resolve any issues as quickly as possible Exclusive Remedy This Limited Warranty is fully transferable provided that the cur rent owner furnishes the original proof of purchase and that fur nishes the original proof of purchase and that the serial number on the product is intact THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF AUDIOEN GINE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE
11. ut 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 ina built in system such as a bookcase or a cabinet that may keep air from flowing through it s ventilation openings e Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat e 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 fitin your outlet consult and electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet e Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus e Only use attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer e Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL combination to avoid injury from tip over e Unplug this apparatus
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