RCA 6-Piece Home Theater Speaker Package Home Theater System User Manual
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1. Right Front Pai Front GH LEVE OUTPUT p a r Speaker h FRON REAR R R L Oil o Dx D He Be 1 Subwoofer In a G o o UN Opower HIGH LEVEL INPUT tas O o d o R L e 4 o a CSI Oo MIN Left Rear Speaker Right Rear Speaker m e Your amplifier receiver s line out jacks might be labeled either REC OUT or PRE OUT In that case connect the subwoofer s LINE LEVEL INPUT jack to the amplifier receiver s line out jack with phono RCA cables not supplied If your amplifier receiver has STEREO OUT for subwoofer connect with dual to single RCA cable not supplied Connecting the Subwoofer to the HIGH LEVEL INPUT Terminals e gt O Right Front Speaker B 8 y in 8 f HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT Center Speaker A e ACES O Right Rear Speaker LEVEL MN rO ZA MIND S max Left Front Speaker LINE LEVEL INPUT Su2. Objects and Liquids Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous 4 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 and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power supply cord or plug is damaged If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized s
3. TV with the centers of their grilles as close as possible to the listener s ear level You can either place the front speakers on a hard surface or mount them to the wall When mounting the speakers to the wall you can change the sound direction by using the supplied attached bracket as shown screws not supplied You can also mount the speakers using an optional inch wall mount bracket available at your local RadioShack store y Horizontal Attached Mounting Bracket Installation OL Rear Channel Surround Speakers Y Vertical Installation Rear channel surround speakers produce subtle sounds that help create special effects convey a sense of movement and give viewers the sensation that they re inside a movie theater The ideal position for your rear channel surround speakers is behind the listening area and at ear level You can place your surround speakers on a shelf or mount them on a wall using the supplied attached bracket or 4 inch wall mount bracket not included See Main Front Speakers on Page 6 Powered Subwoofer Where and how you position your subwoofer greatly affects its bass response Adjusting the subwoofer s volume control in relation to the left and right speakers also affects your speaker s overall sound Although low frequencies are non directional factors such as room reflections resonance and absorption strongly affect your subwoofer s performance For the
4. joven abe da ede fete eee ce E HA rd Re PR EUER Meas 100W Sensitivity on ees tete datas etr om n res ta tte et esa it tete 85 dB Dimensi tis AWD Lee a et re Ai 61 4 x 4 x 4 inches 160 x 100 x 115 mm Meg cost ditus bt ueteri retento ibo t e eto fob beetles 1 55 lbs 0 7 kg CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER Speaker Complement A A A DIRE Rau Ma eut etek a Ma e Me c eM do ia 3 inch Woofer RU l inch Balance Dome Tweeter Impedance 2i acce e i RR Rep e trate p du eed ede Da ntes e ee 8 Ohms Frequency Response ust etis qeqeto cs rebut euh tede ed eene 100 Hz 20 kHz Power Handling RMS 03 4 ote uet ae a fete denise lish ade ated d ott tege 50W Maximum POowWets ire desee tees n rm e DER ES 100W Sensation A 87 dB Dimensions BID 2 soto obe Lue e Pe vitet E 4x 10x 5 inches 100 x 250 x 124 mm Welplit ite tese Tetee atat eh e me te tte dtu dt Hte Soe at 2 75 lbs 1 25 kg 14 REAR CHANNEL SURROUND SPEAKERS Speaker Complement NA tie ette tete e ee Maa etude 3 inch Woofer Twe etet cotes tsi egeta ede oni seabed NER eee ene ETT FEE l inch Piezo Tweeter Impedance op ieteuw Ro pee a 6 Ohms Prequency Response nica utis e iege ab d e e eed 120 Hz 15 kHz Power Handling RMS otis et Aederec noe mre ect debet ttd b te tfe 50W Maxi POWER 100 W O de Ags 85 dB Dimensions IWD 2 as 6 4x 4 x 44 2 inches 160 x 100x 115 mm Melghts s ote m tt ettitete nolebant butdedet tm d e tmt 1 19 Ibs 0 54 kg POWERED SUBWOOFER Speaker Complement sar
5. maximum bass output place your subwoofer in a corner on the floor To reduce output move it away from corners and back walls and off the floor Even slightly moving the subwoofer can have a major effect on bass response We recommend that you test the subwoofer in different locations to achieve the best balance between your main speakers and subwoofer CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS TO AN AMPLIFIER RECEIVER Notes You can use an amplifier receiver with an output power rating higher than that of the speaker system but take care never to exceed the speaker system s maximum power rating see Specifications on Page 14 To avoid any damage to the speaker system or amplifier receiver turn off the amplifier receiver before making connections Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of speaker wire We recommend you use color coded or marked wire to help you correctly connect the wire Color coded wires have a stripe running down one side of the conductors Marked wires have ridges along one side of the conductors With the speakers in their approximate locations measure the distance from each speaker to the amplifier Use 18 gauge speaker wire or lamp cord for distances up to 50 feet For greater distances use 16 gauge wire 1 Split apart about 4 inches of speaker wire on each end 2 Use a wire stripper to strip 4 inch of insulation from each wire s end Twist the loose wire stra
6. unless it provides proper ventilation as specified by the manufacturer Power Sources Operate this product using only the power source indicated on its marking label If you are not sure of your home s power type consult your product dealer or local power company Polarization This product is equipped with a polarized AC line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit in the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you cannot insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still does not fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug If you need an extension use a polarized cord Power Cord Protection Route power supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on 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 and disconnect the antenna or cable system 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
7. A 250 V fuse available at your local RadioShack store Caution Before replacing the fuse disconnect the subwoofer s AC plug and turn off the amplifier receiver Do not use a fuse with ratings other than those specified Use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the fuse holder located on the back of the subwoofer counterclockwise If the fuse is blown replace it with a new one CARE Keep the speakers dry if they get wet wipe them dry immediately Use and store the speakers only in normal temperature environments Handle the speakers carefully do not drop them Keep the speakers away from dust and dirt and wipe them with a damp cloth occasionally to keep them looking new Caution You might permanently damage your speakers by cleaning them with a vacuum cleaner Use a feather duster or a soft loose cloth instead If your speakers are not performing as they should take them to your local RadioShack store for assistance Modifying or tampering with the speaker s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty 13 SPECIFICATIONS MAIN FRONT SPEAKERS Speaker Complement WV OGLE Ley tie dete du re b OE RO E GERD ER 3 inch Woofer Tweeter cue e ee ta o a l inch Balance Dome Tweeter Impedance onerat e ioca atat ted a decies tuu de y dese ed odo e 6 Ohms Frequency Resporse coo uf odo D d che dutta oa 120 Hz 20 kHz Power Handling RMS ea erret ree n e a Ted d tes 50W Maximum Power
8. T OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR RANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVE NIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN AD VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita tion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option unless otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All re placed parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the property of Ra dioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original war ranty period You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abno
9. ajority of the dialogue and sound that comes from on screen action Therefore you should place it as close as possible to the television preferably centered on top of the TV Place the front edge of the center channel speaker grille flush with the edge of the television Your center channel speaker is magnetically shielded to prevent interference with your television s picture It is possible however that some interference might occur If this happens turn off your TV for 15 minutes and move the speaker back about 1 inch from the front of the TV Turn on the TV and recheck if interference still occurs move the center channel speaker back further until the interference disappears Before placing the center channel speaker above or below the TV place the supplied pads on bottom of the speaker to protect the speaker and the surface it will be placed on Two pads should be on the bottom corners and one pad on the edge of the stand as shown Also you can find the best listening position by adjusting the stand to change the sound direction Adjustable Stand Main Front Speakers The main front speakers are critical for home theater sound They provide sound for the action that takes place off screen as well as sounds that move from left to right or right to left Check the rating label to make sure you have the main front speakers as they are shaped the same as the rear speakers Place them at least 2 feet away from the
10. an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Follow the manufacturer s instructions for mounting and use a recommended mounting accessory Burden Do not place a heavy object on or step on the product The object may fall causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the product Connecting When you connect the product to other equipment turn off the power and unplug all the equipment from the wall outlet Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury Read the owner s manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections Sound Volume Reduce the volume to the minimum level before you turn on the product Otherwise sudden high volume sound may cause hearing or speaker damage Sound Distortion Do not allow the product to output distorted sound for a longtime It may cause speaker overheating and fire Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet provide ventilation ensure reliable operation and protect from overheating Do not block or cover these openings and do not place the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Do not place the product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack
11. bwoofer Left Rear Speaker If your amplifier receiver has a speaker output terminal for the subwoofer you can connect the amplifier receiver s speaker output terminals to the subwoofer s HIGH LEVEL INPUT terminals Be sure to connect the amplifier receiver s positive terminals to the subwoofer s positive terminals and the amplifier receiver s negative terminals to the subwoofer s negative terminals Wiring the subwoofer with incorrect polarity greatly reduces bass performance After you make all connections tug lightly on the speaker wires to make sure they are secured 10 Notes f you connect your subwoofer to your amplifier receiver s line out terminals and your amplifier receiver has a line out selector switch be sure to set it to the correct source so that you hear the subwoofer You can connect your subwoofer to your television if your television has line out jacks Simply connect the LINE LEVEL INPUT jack to the television s line out terminal with phono RCA cable CONNECTING THE SUBWOOFER TO POWER Route the subwoofer s power cord so it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against it especially at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where it exits from the subwoofer Connect the power cord to a standard 120 volts 60 Hz AC outlet Warning To prevent electrical shock do not use this polari
12. el speaker two rear channel surround speakers and a 100 watt powered subwoofer Your main front speakers each have a 3 inch woofer for excellent bass response and a 1 inch balance dome tweeter for clear and natural high frequency sound reproduction Your center channel speaker contains two 3 inch high compliance woofers and a inch balance dome tweeter All of them are magnetically shielded Each rear channel surround speaker has a 3 inch cone woofer and a 1 inch piezo tweeter which is acoustically matched to the two main and center channel speakers Your subwoofer has an 8 inch long excursion woofer and a 100 watt amplifier to produce tight floor rumbling powerful bass down to 50 Hz that you can feel as well as hear Rear Speaker Subwoofer The speaker cabinets are compact and stylish with adjustable brackets to provide perfect sound positioning for your front and rear speakers The center speaker has an adjustable stand for a vertical angle Note You need speaker wire not supplied to connect your speakers Please read this entire manual before you connect your speakers WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose this product to rain or moisture alert you to the presence of uninsulated CAUTION A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN A dangerous voltage within this product s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Do not open the pr
13. nds to prevent the wire from shorting 1 4 inch Press the right front speaker s negative terminal tab and insert one of the Teal bare wire ends into the opening Then release the X tab Press the right front speaker s positive terminal tab and insert the other bare wire end into the opening Then release the tab Insert the other end of the wire you connected into the right front speaker s negative terminal into your A V amplifier receiver s right front negative 2 speaker terminal Note For the maximum bass response and the best performance be sure your speaker wires are properly connected according to their polarity to and to Connect the remaining wire to the A V amplifier receiver s right front positive speakers terminal Repeat this process for the left front speaker the rear channel speakers and the center channel speaker CONNECTING THE SUBWOOFER TO AN AMPLIFIER RECEIVER You can connect your subwoofer to an amplifier receiver s speaker terminals or line out terminals Connecting the Subwoofer to the LINE LEVEL INPUT Jack g g Y 9 o a e E I a 8 B id A A P m Center Speaker ACOSO D e om J L9
14. oduct s case CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK The lightning symbol is intended to The exclamation symbol is QUALIFIED PERSONNEL intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are included in the literature accompanying this product 2002 RadioShack Corporation All Rights Reserved IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Careful attention is devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your product and safety is a major factor in its design However safety is also your responsibility This section lists important information that will help you properly use and enjoy your product Read all the included safety and operating instructions before using the product Follow them closely and retain them for future reference Heed Warnings Follow all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Use only a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Attachments Do not use attachments accessories not recommended by the product manufacturer as they might create a hazard Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Accessories Do not place this product on
15. owner s manual 6 Piece Home Theater Speaker Package CONTENTS A eunt e EDEN DDR sat ang bu OD ce xr b DARII NOR ERI 2 Important Safety Instructions x suco ieee dite RSEN BUTS at eet 3 Speaker Placement tte toa efl eto ta fen etes 6 Center Channel Speakers ice uero Ce te Et tb eb edi rto ar 6 Main Front Speakers pines Gto Rem mede tins 6 Rear Channel Surround Speakers 1 ed te eia cct des 7 PO Were SUD WOOLET ish sss A 7 CONNECHONS tir edat as et tite tette pM dl dates 8 Connecting the Speakers to an Amplifier Receiver sss 8 Connecting the Subwoofer to an Amplifier Receiver sss 9 Connecting the Subwoofer to the Line Level Input Jack cinc 9 Connecting the Subwoofer to the High Level Input Terminals 10 Connecting the Subwooler to POWER sensaciones b 11 SubwoolerXOperauorsio odes koe care M d doe ee ed t E d E E ss 12 Automatic On Olt ete tette ea Ud ed eter ER e Rabe ERR 12 AcjUsting thes Volume es costado tae M UA Dade od Moos du utei eo bat 12 Replacing the Rise 3 todos ted eed epics e dete p eeu bad 13 Gare cm uh rnt Ur M m e 13 SpeeilicatioHs dile shining te tete probe et heat etr ta ande o da tl ld 14 FEATURES gt Center Channel Speaker A Main Front Speakers Your RCA 6 Piece Home Theater Speaker Package is specially designed to give you great sound quality for the ultimate home theater experience It includes two main front speakers a center chann
16. rmal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 RadioShack Corporation Fort Worth Texas 76102 07A02 40 5040 Printed in China
17. ti eletto e A a eed tits 8 inch Woofer Pr quency Resporse i oue tob nter pr e rule eam pe ied ed 50 Hz 400 Hz Amplifier Output MS eo Made teats Sot Adee dad bad 100 W Sensitivity Sound Pressure Level 86 dB 2 dB w m Adjustable Power Voltage sistate eng av ev a Ie Doe RD AC 120 V 60 Hz DiriensionsCEDWDS 2x dd ela 1414 x 9 x 161 2 inches 360 x 225 x 415 mm bore 24 25 lbs 11 kg Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice 15 Limited Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman ship The amplified subwoofer is warranted under normal use for one 1 year and the center front and rear speakers are warranted under normal use for five 5 years from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WAR RANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUC
18. ubstitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of 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 Ceiling Mount The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat Non use Periods Unplug the power cord when you will not use the product for extended periods SPEAKER PLACEMENT Where and how you position your speakers has a great effect on the overall sound of your surround sound system Cautions Keep the speakers away from heat sources such as radiators stoves or other appliances Place your subwoofer at least 2 3 feet away from your television or your computer s disk drive system so the speaker s magnet won t distort your TV picture s color or erase your floppy disks Do not place the subwoofer s metal plate against the floor To prevent the cabinets from warping or discoloring do not place the speakers where they are exposed to direct sunlight or excessive humidity Do not place the speakers where they might be knocked over or exposed to falling objects Center Channel Speaker The center channel output contains the m
19. zed plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure Caution Only connect the subwoofer to a power supply of the required type Unplug the subwoofer s power cord from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for a long period of time 11 SUBWOOFER OPERATION AUTOMATIC ON OFF Your subwoofer turns on and off automatically It automatically turns on when it receives signals from your amplifier receiver and its indicator lights green Your subwoofer automatically turns off if it does not receive a signal for about 15 minutes and its indicator lights red ADJUSTING THE VOLUME After all connections are made adjust the subwoofer s volume control 1 Rotate LEVEL counter clockwise to MIN 2 Turn on your audio system 3 Play a DVD CD record cassette radio or TV and adjust the system s overall volume to a comfortable level 4 Rotate LEVEL clockwise a little at a time until you achieve the desired balance of bass between the subwoofer and the main speakers Bass output should not overpower the main speakers but should blend across the entire musical range After you adjust LEVEL use the amplifier receiver s volume control to control the speaker s volume 12 TROUBLESHOOTING REPLACING THE FUSE If your subwoofer stops operating properly you might need to replace its fuse It requires a slow operating type 2
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