Creative Digital DTT 3500 User's Manual
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1. DTT 3500 Digital User Guide Ine version Notice for the USA FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and 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 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 To comply 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 All cables used to connect the computer and peripherals must be shielded and grounded Operation with non certified comput2. 5 1 channel sound Other supporting chapters like a Director s Comment section may be in stereo or mono These sections will not light the Dolby Digital indicator even though the sound will be properly reproduced by the DTT3500 Digital Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Surround is an earlier surround sound standard which is decoded with a Pro Logic processor in the DTT3500 Digital The Pro Logic steering circuitry derives separate center and rear channels from encoded stereo program sources Pro Logic processing provides a convincing movie soundfield when the material is specifically encoded for Dolby Surround Most older stereo movie soundtracks will only be encoded for Dolby Surround even though the program source may be a DVD s digital output Most DVDs containing Dolby Surround program material will cause both the Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic lights to illuminate DTT3500 Digital will decode these digitally transferred Dolby Surround programs through the digital Pro Logic decoder automatically 15 CD ROMs and CDs with Dolby Surround encoding will feature the Dolby Surround logo at the beginning of the program or on the packaging Process these programs by selecting Analog In using the Dolby Pro Logic button for input through Analog Line In If using Digital DIN input ensure that the Digital DIN on the Dolby Digital PCM Audio input is selected Then select Digital In using the Dolby Prologic button
3. ENTRY Never push objects of any kind into this product 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 product SERVICING Do not attempt to service this product 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 this product 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 into or objects have fallen onto the product c Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water d Ifthe product 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 parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition WALL OR CEIL
4. interference received including interference that may cause undesirable operation Ce mat riel est conforme la section 15 des r gles FCC Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 Le mat riel ne peut tre source d interf rences et 2 Doit accepter toutes les interf rences reques Y compris celles pouvant provoquer un fonctionnement ind sirable Compliance Manager Creative Labs Inc August 10 2000 Compliance This product conforms to the following Council Directive e Directive 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC EMC 73 23 EEC LVD WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture Important Notice The serial number for the D773500 Digital is located on the Decoder Amplifier Please write this number down and keep it in a secure area This is for your security IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed CLEANING Unplug this product from the wall outlet or other power source before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp clot
5. output to FRONT and REAR ANALOG LINE IN or digital output to DIGITAL DIN Use the software DVD player to process all signals into multi channel output 1 Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN using the MULTI CHANNEL button 2 Select FOURPOINT 5 1 DIN mode using the CMSS button Playing Microsoft DirectSound3D or EAX Games 1 Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button 2 Under CMSS on your DTT3500 Digital decoder amplifier select FOURPOINT 5 1 DIN to fully enjoy up to 5 1 channel gaming experience from Microsoft DirectSound3D or Creative EAX titles 3 For Sound Blaster Live users enable the multi channel configuration on your PC Playing Conventional Games Select MUSIC or MOVIE by pressing the CMSS button until the LED for MUSIC or MOVIE mode lights up Playing Console Games 1 Select LINE IN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button and or OPTICAL input using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO button 2 Select MUSIC or MOVIE by pressing the CMSS button until the LED for MUSIC or MOVIE mode lights up Playing DVD Movies Using PC DVD player on a PC Select the COAXIAL input using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO input selection button Listening to PC DVD movies with 5 1 channel Dolby Digital sound Be sure to listen only to the digital program source You can do this by 1 Making sure your PC DVD player s stereo downmix is not sent to your soundcard For example disconnect any cable link b
6. possible assuring the best possible DVD audio experience Different audio content from games to movies to music files can be further enhanced with the advanced EAX technologies incorporated into the DTT3500 Digital Movie mode expands the soundfield across the full 5 1 speaker configuration great for enhancing playback of regular stereo audio soundtracks In addition the Music mode provides special processing to enhance playback of audio CDs and music files 21 1 Year Limited Warranty o the original purchaser Cambridge SoundWorks Inc will warrant the speaker 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 Cambridge SoundWorks 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 misuse abuse accident faulty hookup defective associated equipment or use of the speaker with equipment for which it is not intended This warranty is valid only when the speaker is returned to the retailer where the D773500 Digital was purchased This is the sole and expressed warranty This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied of merchantability fitness for purpose or otherwise In no event shall Cambridge SoundWorks be liable for incidental o
7. the Speaker Cable to each speaker press one of the spring loaded tabs to expose the connection hole Insert the bare end of the cable into the exposed hole then release the tab to lock the cable in place Connect cables with red bands to red tab connectors and unmarked wires to black tab connectors Notes Matching red cables to red tabs and unmarked cables to black tabs insures the speakers all play in phase Out of phase connections will do no electrical harm but the overall sound quality will be greatly reduced You can substitute regular 18 gauge speaker cable to create longer cables if needed The 5 meter cables may also be used for the front satellites if required oe a Mounting Speakers Installation Unlike the Desktop Stand for Screw Mounting satellite The rubber pads will Satellites the stands for the Center Attachment Arm Mounting the rear satellites on side cushion the satellites from any Speaker are of the screw in type walls will give you superior surround vibration and help keep them in 1 Align the Attachment Arm to effects position the Center Speaker see For a secure installation mount the 6 Slip the keyhole of each rear Diagram B rear satellites only on walls that are satellite onto a protruding screw 2 Use the screw provided to structurally sound to complete the installation connect the Attachment Arm to the Center Speaker 1 Place the following near you rea
8. the display output between your PC and game console by using the switch box To select the audio output use the Dolby Digital PCM Audio or Multi channel input buttons on the Decoder Amplifier Monitor Game Console Eur L PE PC A 3 tz een 1 HO 2 H 18 Mo 7 RFtoVGA 3 1s gt D Video Signal converter box x E T 8 lt h y VGA switch box DTT3500 Digital i L E N i A E E E 17 Applications Guide Playing Games Playing Multi format DVD Games These games have Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic movie clips mixed with the actual game sequence These DVD games have a mix of Dolby Digital 5 1 sound a digital signal at the SPDIF input and soundcard wavetable output a signal at the analog input PC DVD Setup For AC 3 signal source connected to COAXIAL input Select the COAXIAL input using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO input selection button The Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic source signal will be automatically processed For multi channel inputs FRONT and REAR ANALOG LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN 1 Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button 2 Select the FOURPOINT 5 1 DIN mode using the CMSS button For 2 channel sound cards 1 Select LINE IN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button 2 Select MOVIE or MUSIC mode using the CMSS button Software DVD Player For sound card s with analog
9. ING MOUNTING The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by Cambridge Soundworks DTT3500 Digital Contents Introduction 5525 AEAEE EEE E E EE E 1 TVENNE a aa E a NE EE EAEE S REA ties 2 Recommended Signal Sources ueneensnsnsensensensennennsunsensensensennensennennennsnnsananne 2 Installation Seguente nnee hiess 3 Speaker System Connections ueuensnsensensensensennennennennsnnsensensensensensenensennsansananne 3 Speaker System Connection Diagram nenenenensnsensensensennensennennennsansananne 4 Signal Source Connections eese eeina raa ran SEPE AE s 5 Signal Source Connection Diagram 6 Speaker Cable and Stand Installation 7 Mounting Speakers ei mini 8 Speaker Placement Decoder Amplifier Placement 12 Decoder Amplifier Functions siiis iii is 13 Surround RELENE ra a A OEA 15 Multiple Connections RR Se tartini Ssst enesti i St a ieaie 17 Applications Guide pnn k niet 18 Playback Levels Spec Na opn RSR et TAX EEN E E A Rs uni EN rennen 21 1 Year Limited Warranty 22 Technical Supp tt suu2 e ea EAE 22 Introduction hank you for purchasing ii Digital by Cambridge SoundWorks DTT3500 Digital lets you experience the full potential of Dolby Digital multichannel sound from your DVD player or game console with a dynamic output that tivals a component home theater system It processes both Dolby D
10. Video CD or DVD with a dual soundtrack not a DVD encoded with Dolby Digital 5 1 sound or Dolby Surround encoded material If you have an analog program with separate left and right channels the analog output of a CD ROM or the analog stereo output of a software Video CD for instance you will have to use the balance control in your PC s audio software to mute the undesired channel 16 Multiple Connections The DTT3500 Digital system has many configuration possibilities Typically the system can be connected to either a game console or a PC However the D773500 Digital allows you to connect to both forming a hybrid system Connecting to a Game Console and a PC You can connect your game console and PC to the DTT3500 Digital system while sharing one monitor by following the instructions below Audio Connection 1 Connect your game console s audio output to the Decoder Amplifier s Front minijack input with the provided Dual Female to Female RCA adapter 2 Connect your PC s audio output to the Decoder Amplifier Video Connection 1 Connect your game console s video output to a RF to VGA video converter box 2 Connect your video converter s output to a VGA switch box 3 Connect your PC s VGA output to the VGA switch box 4 Connect the PC monitor s VGA input socket to the output of the VGA switch box After completing the above connections you will be able to choose
11. When Dolby Pro Logic is selected CMSS is turned off To turn on CMSS again turn off Dolby Pro Logic first Do not select a Pro Logic decoding mode if the program material is not encoded for Dolby Surround Excessive center channel output will result and most of the stereo effect will be lost Use CMSS Movie or Music modes to upmix stereo programs to a realistic 5 1 channel sound field Creative Multi Speaker Surround CMSS CMSS is a 2 channel to 5 1 channel sound processor similar in some aspects to a Dolby Surround Pro Logic processor The Music mode creates a convincing 5 1 channel surround soundfield with typical stereo sources whether they are Dolby Surround encoded or not It works well with Dolby Pro Logic WAVE AVI and MIDI program material In essence CMSS Music mode puts you on the stage for the music s performance surrounding you with the performers In a similar manner Movie mode provides the sonic impression of being front and center at a movie screening Dialog and all normally centered sounds from a stereo program are heard through the center speaker Use this mode whenever a music program has sounds you want to blend with on screen action or dialog Unlike Pro Logic decoding CMSS Music Movie and FourPoint 5 1 DIN modes are appropriate for use with multi coded sources such as DVD games In some game titles the movie sequences may be encoded in Dolby Surround but the game seq
12. abled while the test sound is running The speaker level controls operate at all times If desired you may adjust these controls during program material to fine tune the balance This function is only available on the Remote Control Note Volume levels during the test sequence are lower than during normal operation DYNAMIC MODE Press this button to experience the full dynamic range of Dolby Digital programs The LEDs on the upper half of the Decoder Amplifier light up momentarily The program source will sound louder in Dynamic Mode If you press this button again the default mode compressed resumes The LEDs on the lower half of the Decoder Amplifier light up momentarily This function is only available on the Remote Control Surround Reference Dolby Digital Dolby Digital earlier called AC 3 delivers five discreet full range channels left front center right front left surround and right surround plus a separate Low Frequency Effects LFE channel Many soundtracks on the latest generation laser discs DVDs and High Definition Television HDTV are encoded with Dolby Digital technology When a 5 1 channel Dolby Digital program source is playing such as from a Creative PC DVD player DVD player or game console the Dolby Digital indicator light will illuminate automatically Note Not every section of a DVD will be 5 1 channel encoded On many DVDs only the main movie program will be available in
13. agram Dual Female to Female RCA DIGITAL OUT z Shite 2 Stereo to Dual RCA Cable Digital Output Eg PC DVD Encore SPDIF Cable LINE OUT RCA to RCA NT dis Ces oo Tess oo 4 Ch Sound Card Output Lime Green 2 Ch Sound Card Output E4 Lime Green OPTIC AL OUTPUT Eg Sound Blaster Live Black Eg Sound Blaster AWE64 Optical Cable Tandem Audio Cable COAXIAL OUTPUT DIGITAL OUT un bern AE eu 8 Cor De RER ce eme 0000 gt Digital Output Sound Blaster 5 1 Sound Card DVD Player I ieee Minijack to DIN Cable 1 Black DIGITAL OUT Rocco a El onen CD Player se nde 6 Digital Output i Bundled with Live Drive IR UNE TN suewoorer SUBWOOFER 0000000 er MD Player Speaker Cable and Stand Installation Speaker Cable Installation Typically the 3 meter 5 feet Speaker Cables will connect the front Satellites and the Center Speaker to the Decoder Amplifier and the 5 meter 9 feet Speaker Cables will connect the rear Satellites to the Decoder Amplifier A panel of twelve self adhesive labels is provided to identify each Satellite and Subwoofer and the opposite end of the cable connected t
14. al SPDIF output of your signal source to the Decoder Amplifier s Dolby Digital AC 3 PCM Audio Inputs COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack using the SPDIF Cable RCA to RCA or the Optical Cable Game consoles Connect the optical output of the game console e g PlayStation2 to the OPTICAL input with the Optical Cable Use the Stereo to Dual RCA Cable and the Dual Female to Female RCA Adapter to connect to the game console s RCA output through the multiple A V plug Then connect the miniplug end of the Stereo to Dual RCA Cable to the FRONT jack of the Decoder Amplifier For devices with optical output Connect the optical output of these devices e g CD or MD players to the OPTICAL input with the Optical Cable For Sound Blaster Live sound cards with Digital Out output Connect the sound card s Digital Out output to the Digital DIN input with the Minijack to DIN Cable and the SPDIF DIN Cable For DIN Bracket bundled with Live Drive IR Connect its Digital DIN output to the DIGITAL DIN input with the SPDIF DIN Cable For all other sound cards Use the Tandem Audio Cable Connect the lime green stereo miniplugs to the Line Out minijack output of your sound card and to the FRONT minijack input of the Decoder Amplifier Connect the black stereo miniplugs to the Rear Out minijack output of your sound card if present and to the Rear minijack input of the Decoder Amplifier Signal Source Connection Di
15. enhances stereo music Karaoke Music Singing Karaoke on PC with Sound Blaster Live only with Creative PlayCenter 1 Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button Ensure your microphone is connected to the MIC IN of Sound Blaster Live Enable the Microphone source in the Mixer Select one of the seven Karaoke modes under Environment in Creative Launcher Click the Audio Menu button on the Creative PlayCenter to hear only the music i e with the vocal portion masked out Singing Karaoke on PC with Sound Blaster Live and Creative PC DVD Decoder Card with Creative Navigator application Ensure your microphone is connected to the MIC IN minijack of Sound Blaster Live 2 Enable the Microphone source in the Mixer 3 Select one of the seven Karaoke modes under Environment in Creative Launcher 4 Select the COAXIAL input using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO input selection button 5 Press the AUDIO MODE button of the D773500 Digital decoder amplifier unit until you hear only the music i e vocal portion is masked out 20 Important Playback Levels DTT3500 Digital is intended for individual or small group listening and can achieve surprisingly high output levels However playing heavy bass program material continuously at overly loud distorted levels may blow the system s internal fuse The fuse can be replaced only by a qualified representative To avoid this
16. ers or non shielded cables may result in interference to radio or television reception Safety amp Regulatory Information The following sections contain notices for various countries 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 Minist re Canadien des Communications dans les r glements d interference radio Declaration of Conformity According to the FCC96 208 and ET95 19 Creative Labs Inc 1901 McCarthy Boulevard Milpitas CA 95035 United States Tel 408 428 6600 declares under its sole responsibility that the product Name Address Trade Name Creative Labs Cambridge SoundWorks Model Number CSW3600 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 Complies with Canadian ICES 003 Class 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
17. etween the cards or Muting the CD input of your computer s software mixer volume control application N Using software DVD player on a PC 1 Set the software DVD player to pass through AC 3 to DIGITAL DIN output 2 Select DIGITAL DIN using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO input selection button 18 Using set top DVD player or PlayStation2 Select OPTICAL or COAXIAL using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO input selection button For movies with Dolby Digital AC 3 soundtracks This signal is detected automatically and the DOLBY DIGITAL LED lights up You will experience Dolby Digital 5 1 channel output For 2 channel movies which are Dolby Surround encoded carried within the Dolby Digital compressed bitstream The Dolby Pro Logic decoder will automatically decode the program for 5 1 channel movie experience For 2 channel DVD movies which are Dolby Surround encoded The Dolby Pro Logic decoder will automatically decode the program for 5 1 channel movie experience Playing VCD Movies Using PC DVD player on PC Select the COAXIAL input using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO input selection button Using SoftMPEG player or PlayCenter on PC 1 Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button 2 Select the Movie mode by pressing the CMSS button until the LED for Movie mode lights up This mode lets you experience the surround sound with 5 1 channel output all dialog and central sounds w
18. h for cleaning ATTACHMENTS Do not use attachments not recommended by Cambridge SoundWorks as they may cause hazards WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this product 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 this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a person 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 product 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 product and to prevent it from overheating 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 This product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or Cambridge SoundWorks instructions have been adhered to HEAT This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves and other products including amplifiers that produce heat POWER SOURCES This product s
19. hould be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure ofthe type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions POLARIZATION This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current 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 are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product LIGHTNING For added protection for this product 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 product 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
20. ies can shipping damage If there is any do not signal source inputs both analog and rear 2 channel minijack line also be used with the D773500 install or use the system For advice call digital For example outputs like Sound Blaster Live Digital the store where you made your purchase 1 DVD players with Dolby Digital series or Creative Labs Sound 4 Game consoles like the or call Creative Technology Ltd AC 3 optical outputs DVD Blaster PCI series PlayStation 2 using the Optical technical support Save the shipping players with coaxial outputs for Sound Blaster Live owners or Analog Line In connections carton and inserts in case you have to example the Creative labs PC should utilize the exclusive transport the system later All of the DVD Encore may also be used Digital DIN connection to hear the items shown in the illustration below 2 Sound cards that support clearest digital audio available should be included with your system If DirectSound 3D sound 3 Conventional 2 channel sound anything is missing notify the retailer cards such as Sound Blaster 16 or sR Minijack to DIN Cable A Fo gt S Dr ij D one Speaker Stands 3m Speaker Cable 4 SPDIF Cable RCA to RCA Subwoofer Decoder Amplifier se coe Support for Center Speaker n D S Ba 5 Stipes umber Fes 5m Speaker Cable 2 Stereo to Dual RCA Cable cs Feet 6 Supports 6 Desktop Stand t CD m sgam Center Speake
21. igital and Dolby Surround program material DTT3500 Digital includes an OPTICAL connection to enhance the connectivity and usability to any devices with OPTICAL output DTT3500 Digital also includes a DIGITAL DIN input which supports discrete 5 1 channel output DTT3500 Digital offers up to 6 channel discrete audio support for Microsoft DirectSound 3D and its other derivatives In some of today s best CD based action games DTT3500 Digital can decode the Dolby Digital cut scenes while offering enveloping positional multi channel audio It s ready for the new era of DVD based games Also included is Creative Multi Speaker Surround CMSS which lets you hear all of your favorite stereo program material with a new and exciting three dimensional quality DTT3500 Digital comes equipped with an I R Remote Control providing wireless control over a variety of audio functions The Memory Retention feature of the D773500 Digital system remembers the last used user settings in standby mode Cambridge SoundWorks 1 800 FOR HIFI 1 800 367 4434 8 00 A M 12 Midnight Eastern time 1 00 P M 4 00 A M Greenwich Mean Time Outside US Tel 617 332 5936 Fax 617 527 3194 www cambridgesoundworks com or e mail us at info cambridgesoundworks com Inventory Recommended Signal Sources Examine each unit carefully for The DTT3500 Digital supports many processing including front and the Sound Blaster AWE ser
22. ill be heard through the center speaker while music and off stage sounds are heard through the other four satellites 3 Ifyou are using PlayCenter to play the VCDs disable all CMSS effects in your PlayCenter use only DTT3500 Digital s Movie mode Using set top VCD player 1 Select LINE IN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button Select the Movie mode by pressing the CMSS button until the LED for Movie mode lights up You can experience surround sound instead of mono stereo sound all dialog and central sounds will be heard through the center speaker while music and off stage sounds are heard through the other four satellites D For VCD movies with Dolby Surround encoded stereo program Use the Dolby Pro Logic decoder for 5 1 channel movie viewing experience For source connected to OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL DIN 1 Select OPTCAL COAXIAL DIGITAL DIN input using the DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO button 2 Press the DOLBY PRO LOGIC button until the DIGITAL IN LED lights up For source connected to ANALOG LINE IN 1 Select LINE IN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button 2 Select ANALOG IN using the DOLBY PRO LOGIC button 19 CD Audio Music Enjoying CD Audio on PC 1 Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN input using the MULTI CHANNEL button Select the Music mode by pressing the CMSS button until the LED for Music mode lights up This mode creates an enveloping five speaker surround effect that
23. inconvenience and a possible non warranty repair charge reduce the playback volume when the system shows obvious signs of stress for example when it sounds raspy fuzzy and or muddy Specifications DTT3500 Digital 6 Channel Amplifier Satellite speaker 7 watts RMS per channel Center Channer amplifier 21 watts RMS per channel Subwoofer amplifier 23 watts RMS per channel These specifications apply to DTT3500 Digital operating from the supplied 15V 4A DC power adapter EAX is a collection of powerful innovative audio technologies Developed by Creative s world class audio scientists and built into groundbreaking Personal Digital Entertainment PDE solutions EAX is changing the way you experience audio EAX offers advanced interactive audio and high definition sound toa new generation of portable audio appliances audio applications and internet services Advanced technologies for incredible cutting edge audio are built into powerful tools EAX enabled products let you shape and customize your audio experience and include advanced audio features for music composition and sound design The DTT3500 Digital is the most complete 5 1 speaker system for movies and games The built in Dolby Digital decoder and 24 bit Digital to Analog Converter DAC delivers a thrilling high quality home theater audio experience When used with Sony s PlayStation2 direct digital interfacing via the optical connector is
24. ital PCM Audio input selection STEREO Use this mode when you want to hear just stereo effects or the stereo Dolby Digital downmix of a DVD The Dolby Surround Pro Logic processor is disabled in this mode DOLBY DIGITAL PCM AUDIO Use this button to select the signal source input Repeated presses of the button cycles between Optical Coaxial Digital DIN and Off MULTI CHANNEL Use this button to select the signal source input Repeated presses of the button cycle between Line In Digital DIN and Off AUDIO MODE Use this button to play just the left or right channels of a stereo digital signal PCM from an audio CD a Video CD or a stereo signal from a DVD Use this when for example a Video CD has different languages on the left and right channels Repeated presses of the button select which channel is fed to both the Left and Right front speakers LL Left channel program is directed to both Left and Right front speakers 8 10 RR Right channel program is directed to both Left and Right front speakers See Audio Mode Selection on page 16 for further information about this feature DOLBY PRO LOGIC This button cycles from Dolby Pro Logic processing of the digital input to Dolby Pro Logic processing of the analog input then to no Pro Logic processing DOLBY DIGITAL This light turns on whenever a Dolby Digital signal is detected at the SPDIF input of the DTT3500 Digital For Dolby Digital 5 1 sound repr
25. l should be balanced with the fixed output level of the Left and Right front Satellites 3 MASTER Adjusts the volume of the entire system The Master volume knob is servo controlled via the Remote Control 4 CMSS CMSS Creative Multi Speaker Surround processes analog program material Repeated presses of this button step through four different operation modes MOVIE Creates a 5 1 speaker soundfield appropriate for movie or game enjoyment from an analog sound source iii AM BRIDGE OUNDWORKS Legend Button LED 13 MUSIC Creates a 5 1 speaker soundfield appropriate for music from any analog sound source FOURPOINT 5 1 DIN Use this mode for DVD games having Dolby Digital soundtracks with EAX or Microsoft DirectSound3D for real time positioning of sound effects Typically a Dolby Digital 5 1 channel analog signal source If a signal source is connected to the Analog Line In minijacks 4 1 channel output is produced If the signal source is connected to the Digital DIN input up to 5 1 channel output is produced Typically when using a Sound Blaster Live 5 1 sound card or the DIN bracket bundled with Live Drive IR For more details see Signal Source Connection Diagram on page 6 The DIN LED blinks if no signal or an invalid audio signal like an AC 3 signal is detected In the case of an AC 3 signal select Digital DIN at the Dolby Dig
26. level see Diagram G The Satellites may be hung on the wall using the Screw and Wall Anchors provided see Mounting Speakers on page 8 Any rear Satellite placement to the left and right side of the listening position will also provide strong directional and surround effects o lal o Diagram I After you have positioned the rear Satellites use the TEST function on the Remote Control to make sure each speaker can be heard clearly o Loj o col T a w a a Cr 10 The Subwoofer The Subwoofer s optimum position is on the floor against the wall The closer the Subwoofer is to a corner the stronger the maximum bass output We strongly recommend placing the Subwoofer on the floor see Diagram J Leave at least 5 cm 2 inches of space between the Subwoofer face and a wall Position the Subwoofer so that it s connection panel is facing a wall shielded from inadvertent contact The Subwoofer is not magnetically shielded so position it at least 46 cm 18 inches away from the TV or computer monitor Substituting a powered subwoofer You may substitute a powered subwoofer for the subwoofer that comes with the DTT3500 Digital Connect its line level input typically an RCA jack to the dedicated Subwoofer Line Out on the back of the Decoder Amplifier using a shielded audio cable with RCA plugs on each end Refer to the powered subw
27. o a Satellite and Subwoofer 1 Identify a 3 meter Speaker Cable Most often a Satellite will be used with a Desktop Stand In this case thread the bare cable end of a 3 meter Speaker Cable through the hole in the Desktop Stand Connect this end to a Satellite as shown in Diagram A Carefully insert the Desktop Stand s attachment arm into the socket in the back of the Satellite taking up any slack in the cable as required To use this Satellite in the front left position remove the backing from the small round L label and apply it to the back of the Satellite see Diagram A Remove the backing from the remaining longer L label and wrap it around the opposite end of the Speaker Cable near the RCA plug Place the Satellite in the front left position Repeat this process using another 3 meter Speaker Cable for the front right Satellite using the R labels Connect another 3 meter Speaker Cable to the Center Speaker Use the C center labels For details on attaching Center Speaker stands see Center Speaker Stand Installation on page 8 Use the RS and LS labels right and left surround and 5 meter Speaker Cables for the rear Satellites If you wish to use the Floor Stands with the rear Satellites assemble the stand according to the Floor Stand Assembly leaflet 9 Use the last 3 meter Speaker Cable and the SUB labels for the Subwoofer Speaker Cable Usage To connect
28. oduction make sure only this light is illuminated MUTE Mutes all output from the DTT3500 Digital Press the button once to mute The blue LED on the Master volume knob blinks and all functions are operable except speaker test Press a second time to restore audio output After being muted for more than thirty minutes the Decoder Amplifier goes to standby mode and the Standby LED lights up 11 TEST Press this button to start the test sound generator Use this test sound to position all the speakers and to balance their relative output The test sound moves in sequence from the left Satellite the Center Speaker the right Satellite then to the rear right Satellite rear left Satellite and the subwoofer All indicator lights will blink on and off while the test sound generator is in operation The test sound will operate for three complete cycles and then stop You can terminate the sound at any point by pressing the Test button again First use the test sound to verify that each speaker is operating Then make sure the speakers are positioned so that the test sound can be clearly heard Finally adjust the front panel level controls for the Center Subwoofer and rear Satellites Adjust each control so its speaker achieves a balanced output level with the left and right satellites 14 12 which provide a fixed reference output level All functions except for the level controls are dis
29. oofer s User Manual for adjustment procedures 11 Decoder Amplifier Placement The Decoder Amplifier can be placed on the desktop a shelf or any site that makes the controls convenient The Power Adapter cord must be able to reach from the Decoder Amplifier back panel to your AC power receptacle Place the Decoder Amplifier on a hard flat surface There are ventilation slots on the Decoder Amplifier s enclosure Do not block these ventilation slots by placing materials over them Model Variations There are two models of the Decoder Amplifier If you have purchased the horizontal version please ignore the following sections Other than the changeable face plate feature all functions remain the same The changeable face plate version is supplied with mylar sheets which enable you to choose a different design or orientation horizontal or vertical Decoder Amplifier Stand If placing the unit vertically attach the provided stand to the base of the Decoder Amplifier see Diagram K Face Plate Installation The face of the front panel may be changed to reflect a different design or orientation Remove the clear plastic cover and replace the underlying mylar sheet with another of your choice see Diagram K Replace the cover Horizontal Placement Place the Decoder Amplifier horizontally if there is adequate desktop space see Diagram L Vertical Placement If y
30. op Theater is a trademark of Cambridge SoundWorks Inc Newton MA The Creative logo Sound Blaster and the Sound Blaster logo are registered trademarks and EAX the EAX logo PC DVD CMSS Live and Creative Multi Speaker Surround are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd in the United States and or other countiries NOMAD is a registered trademark of Aonix and is used by Creative Technology Ltd and or its affiliates under license The DeskTop Theater 5 1 DTT3500 Digital s Dolby Digital decoder amplifier is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Dolby Digital Pro Logic AC 3 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Inc Confidential unpublished works Copyright 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved Sony is a registered trademark and PlayStation2 is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc Microsoft and DirectSound are registered trademarks of Microsoft Inc All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders All specifications are subject to change without prior notice Actual contents may differ slightly from those pictured 22
31. our desktop space is limited you may choose to place the Decoder Amplifier vertically see Diagram M Stand Mylar Sheet Front Panel 12 Decoder Amplifier Functions The Standby LED lights up when the Power Adapter is connected to the mains Press the Power button to turn on the Decoder Amplifier The CMSS Music LED will remain illuminated after initial start up The last used CMSS mode s light will illuminate for subsequent start ups from system standby mode The Optical LED also lights up after initial start up The last used Dolby Digital PCM Audio input s light will illuminate for subsequent start ups from system standby mode The Digital DIN or Line In LED lights up depending on whether Digital DIN or Analog Line In is connected The Digital DIN LED will blink if a PC connected to the Decoder Amplifier is off but a Digital DIN input is connected Turning on your PC stops the LED s blinking The indicator light for Dolby Digital will illuminate automatically if a Dolby Digital program is playing That is when a Dolby Digital signal passes through the Decoder s processor via the Optical Coaxial or Digital DIN Dolby Digital PCM Audio inputs 1 POWER Sets the system to On or standby When set to On the Standby LED above the power button turns off 2 SUBWOOFER CENTER AND SURROUND These controls adjust the level of the indicated channels Their output leve
32. r satellites screws plastic anchors and rubber pads supplied You will also need a drill and hammer 2 Mark the wall where each rear satellite screw will be Position the speakers behind you and slightly above ear level 3 Drill a hole about 2 cm 1 inch deep into each wall Tap a plastic anchor into the hole until it is flush with the wall see Diagram c 4 Screw a M5 x 25 mm screw into each anchor leaving about 0 5 cm 1 4 inch of the screw protruding 5 Apply four rubber pads on the comers at the back of each rear Speaker Placement The Front Satellites The left front and right front Satellites play stereo music the off screen sounds of video playback and the front channels of 4 channel games These Satellites should be placed to the sides of your T V or monitor Try to form an equilateral triangle with your head and the satellites see Diagram D Be sure to have a clear line of sight from your listening position to these Satellites x cae s 7 Y 4 x 4 r Install the Satellite s Desktop Stands when using them on the desktop see Speaker Cable and Stand Installation on page 7 The Center Speaker The Center Speaker provides the on screen effects and dialog in Dolby Digital Dolby Surround or Creative Multi Speaker Surround modes It should be placed as close to the center of your T V or monitor as possible There are many mounting possibili
33. r Remote Control for Center Speaker Screws and Plastic Anchors 2 Optical Cable a y lt d 000000 N gt d D Satellites 4 AA Size Battery 2 Frames 2 Holder Cap 2 Desktop Stand 4 Identification Labels for Satellites Dual Female to Female RCA Adapter Installation Sequence 1 Read all ofthe instructions before installing the speaker system Attach the provided stand to the Decoder Amplifier if you wish to place the unit vertically For more details see Decoder Amplifier Placement on page 12 Connect the Satellites Center Speaker and Subwoofer to the Decoder Amplifier Connect the Dolby Digital output of your digital program source to the coaxial and or optical Dolby Digital input of the Decoder Amplifier Connect your normal audio signal sources via the Analog Line In inputs An owner of a Sound Blaster Live sound card with a Digital DIN output should use the supplied cable to connect it to the Digital DIN input instead Using the placement instructions as a guide position the Satellites the Center Speaker and Subwoofer Install the Desktop Stands and Floor Stands as appropriate If you wish to substitute a powered subwoofer for the subwoofer that comes with D773500 Digital read Substituting a powered subwoofer on page 11 7 Connect the Power Adapter to the Decoder Amplifier 8 Turn on the power Use the TEST function on the Remo
34. r consequential damages or have any liability with respect to defects other than the obligations set forth above To ensure warranty coverage it is incumbent upon the original purchaser to contact the retailer where the DTT3500 Digital was purchased and inform them 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 Technical Support Inside U S A Canada and Latin America Creative Labs Inc Technical Support 1523 Cimarron Plaza Stillwater OK 74075 Tel 1 405 742 6622 Fax 1 405 742 6633 Operating hours Central Time Daily 8 00 a M 12 Midnight To reach Technical Support via the Internet visit our web site at http www creativehelp com You can reach Customer Service by phone at 1 800 998 1000 Mon Fri 8 00 A M 7 00 P M Central Time You can also use our Faxback service at 1 405 372 5227 Inside Asia Creative Technology Ltd Technical Support 31 International Business Park Creative Resource Singapore 609921 Tel 65 895 4100 Fax 65 569 6640 Operating hours Singapore Time Mon Fri 9 00 A M 6 00 P M Sat Sun amp Public Holidays closed To reach Technical Support via the Internet visit our web site at http www creative asia com support 2000 Cambridge SoundWorks Inc All rights reserved Cambridge SoundWorks is a registered trademark and DeskT
35. te Control to position and balance the speakers 9 You may wish to experiment with speaker placement briefly before concealing the connecting cables and making the installation more permanent 10 The unit is ready for you to enjoy Speaker System Connections Speaker Connections Insert one satellite s plug into the corresponding Speaker Output on the Decoder Amplifier Repeat this process for the remaining satellites center speaker and subwoofer For more details see Speaker Cable and Stand Installation on page 7 If substituting a powered subwoofer connect it to the Subwoofer Line Out For more details see Substituting a powered subwoofer on page 11 Power Adapter Connections Insert the small DC connector into the 15V DC IN jack on the back of the Decoder Amplifier Insert the Power Adapter s AC plug into an appropriate receptacle Note Set the Decoder Amplifier to standby mode before unplugging or turning off the power supply Speaker System Connection Diagram Front Right Satellite Front Left Satellite Rear Right Satellite Subwoofer Signal Source Connections Dolby Digital source Connect the Dolby Digit
36. ties The Center Speaker can be placed on top of the T V or monitor by using the provided Monitor Stand It directs the sound down towards the listener see Diagram E Use the Center Speaker Desktop Stand to position a Center Speaker in front of the T V or monitor It directs the sound up towards the listener see Diagram F The Rear Satellites The rear Satellites provide the surround effects in Dolby Digital Dolby Surround or Creative Multi exactly the same height as the front Satellites If you have side walls close to your listening position excellent placement for the rear Satellites is The rear Satellites may be installed on their convenient Floor Stands The stands should be positioned to the left and right of your listening position see Diagram H Larger T V consoles or desktops can accommodate both front and surround pairs of Satellites Try the extreme corners of a console or desk using the Desktop Stands see Speaker Surround modes They also produce the discrete rear sounds of 4 channel sound cards 5 meters 16 feet of cable is provided with the two remaining Satellites for more flexibility in rear channel placement The rear Satellites may be placed in any convenient sites alongside the listener including sites slightly forward of the listening location The rear Satellites do not have to be at Ur m slightly behind your listening position slightly above ear
37. uences may be in the WAV format CMSS Movie mode supports 5 1 channel output for WAV AVI MIDI and other audio software formats Few if any of these kinds of formats are Dolby Surround encoded The FourPoint 5 1 DIN mode passes the four discreet channel audio of 4 channel games direct to each satellite channel It does not synthesize rear channel output so stereo signal in this mode will play just through the front two speakers and subwoofer The STEREO mode plays the Left and Right Front speakers and the subwoofer It also lets you hear the stereo downmix from any DVD The Dolby Pro Logic processor is disabled in this mode Audio Mode Selection The stereo soundtracks of some movies on Video CDs VCD format contain different languages For example a 2 channel soundtrack may contain Mandarin on the right channel and English on the left channel The VCD program literature should indicate the presence of dual language soundtracks Similarly some movies in the DVD format will contain dual language soundtracks DTT3500 Digital lets you select one of these languages and play it through both the Left and Right speakers If there is no indication of which channel is which and you hear two different language soundtracks during stereo playback select the LL and RR settings until you find the language soundtrack you want The Audio Mode selection feature can only be used with the PCM digital soundtrack of a
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