Acoustic Research AW827 Speaker System User Manual
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1. damage the surface i i l DC INPUT jack receives the small round end of the included 12V 100mA AC power W e Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock dapter arning If the speaker are used outside on a deck or patio make sure you take them indoors in the event of a rainstorm to adap r x 3 prevent possible damage l e wee ANALOG INPUT cable built in connects to your sound source using one of the This product is water resistant not waterproof Avoid prolonged exposure to Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures below 32 F 0 C and above 122 F 50 C connection options shown here wet environments such as rain mist dew etc In other words you can take it To avoid electrical shock use this product with caution near water sources if powered with the AC adapter Never z i submerge in water out just don t leave it out Included Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the Accessories serial and model numbers in case you need them These numbers are located on the product Model No Purchase Date Note This power unit s should be plugged in so that Transmitter AC DC Post top mount Dealer Address Phone it stays vertical or lies flat 12V 100mA adapter plate PAIRING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Adjusting the Transmitter 1 Turn on your aud2. will typically be designated as Tape or Record outputs or DVR DVD R audio output connections Fixed level outputs from TVs are usually marked as Constant Fixed or Select If they are not marked as such they are probably variable outputs see About Variable Level Audio Outputs on the next page Outputs from DVD players are almost always fixed Hint When connecting to the audio outputs of a DVD player remember that the DVD player must be showing a TV channel for sound to be produced About Variable Level Audio Outputs A variable level output such as a headphone jack or certain RCA type outputs provides an audio signal that changes with the volume level set on the audio source As the volume of the audio source is adjusted up and down so is the audio signal strength sent to the transmitter This can affect the quality of sound generated by the speaker and may require an adjustment of the volume level of the audio source to produce a signal strong enough for the transmitter Hint On most bookshelf type or compact stereo systems inserting a headphone plug into the headphone jack results in automatic cutoff of the regular or hard wired speakers Hint Most TVs regardless of age or price have variable outputs If you are unsure which of your TV audio outputs is fixed refer to the TV instruction manual Some TVs have outputs that can switch between variable and fixed When given a choice fixed is always recomm
3. IDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product Some states provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state province to state province U S A Audiovox Electronics Corp 150 Marcus Blvd Hauppauge New York 11788 CANADA Audiovox Return Center c o Genco 6685 Kennedy Road Unit 3 Door 16 Mississauga Ontario L5T 3A5 Trademark s Registered www araccessories com MADE IN CHINA AW827 US IB 01
4. INTRODUCTION SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEM AR s Wireless Speaker System eliminates the hardest part of adding speakers to your home running and hiding hundreds of feet of speaker wire The AR Wireless Speaker System s RF Powering the Transmitter Acoustic signal travels with ease through walls floors ceilings and other obstacles delivering high e Research quality sound virtually anywhere inside the house or out With drift and static free reception Connect the small round plug from the 7 transmitter AC power adapter to the along with outstanding range up to 150 feet the possibilities for enjoying your AR Wireless Speaker System are nearly unlimited The AR Wireless Speaker System is compatible with most audio sources such as A V receivers amps stereos computers TVs DVD players and portable devices CD players cassette players MP3s etc The post top mount plate included with this speaker lets you put the AW827 securely on top of a standard 4 x4 post transmitter s DC INPUT jack Plug the other 120V AC end of the transmitter AC power adapter into Transmitter ieoor Oter any standard 120V AC wall outlet back panel Adapter PORTABLE WIRELESS SPEAKER This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions for making the AR Wireless Speaker System a valued part of your lifestyle If after having reviewed the WITH OPTIONAL POST MOUNT instructions you have any questions please ca
5. ended TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting guide takes you through some of the more common problems associated with the installation and or operation of a wireless system If the problem persists please call toll free at 1 800 732 6866 or visit www araccessories com Cause and solution Check that the transmitter AC power adapter is fully inserted into the wall outlet and the power cord from the AC adapter is firmly connected to the transmitter power input jack Issue No sound Confirm that the speaker is turned on and tuned to the transmitter the indicator light on the front of the speaker should be green Make sure the speaker s batteries are fresh and inserted with correct polarity Replace if necessary Check that the audio source component stereo MP3 player etc is turned on and transmitting sound as it normally should Make sure the volume on your audio source is turned up Check that the speaker volume is turned up e If you are using a Tape 2 Monitor output from your receiver amp as the audio output check that you have pressed the Tape Monitor Tape 2 button on the front of the receiver This will turn on the Tape 2 outputs which may not have been active Cause and solution Issue No sound Make sure the speaker s batteries are fresh and inserted with correct polarity distortion Replace if necessary static Check that the speaker s indicator light is green Change t
6. he position of the channel select switch 1 2 or 3 to change the operating frequency Then press the speaker s On Off Volume Tuning button to make the speaker retune Change the location of the transmitter Place it as high and away from obstructions as possible Avoid placing the transmitter directly on top of or behind a TV Move the transmitter and speaker closer together Sending the signal through certain materials such as glass tile and metal can decrease the effective transmitting distance of the system SPECIFICATIONS Transmitter Speaker Omni directional 90OMHz broadcast Effective transmitting range up to 150 ft 45m Phase locked loop circuitry PLL 3 selectable broadcast frequencies Stereo audio input Push button auto lock tuning 3 full range speaker driver 3 Watt RMS internal amplifier e Omni directional sound Frequency response 20Hz 20kHz Left Mono Right switch Maximum range results may vary according to Operates using four 4 AA batteries not included environment FCC Statement 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 ha
7. if the ed of transmitter is not connected properly the indicator light will stay red If this occurs please L see the troubleshooting section of this manual 2 Turn the On Off Volume Tuning knob to adjust the volume on the speaker as desired 3 Set up the speaker for mono or stereo operation using the switch on the front of the AW827 speaker a Monaural operation The monaural mode mono is recommended when using a single AW827 by itself For monaural operation set the L M R switch to Mono b Stereo operation You need an additional AW827 speaker for the stereo option Set the L M R switch to L on the speaker located to the left from the listener and set the other speaker to the R position Notes The speaker automatically retunes if it loses the transmitter s signal You can also press the On Off Volume Tuning button on the front of the speaker to retune the speaker at any time The transmitter turns off automatically if there is no audio signal present for a prolonged period Interference in the form of static and or distortion can sometimes be heard If this occurs confirm the transmitter speaker adjustments and indicators If the problem persists refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual Mounting the AW827 to a Post Top Optional This package includes a post top mount plate that lets you safely m
8. io source for example A V receiver MP3 player stereo etc and play music at a normal listening volume 2 Set the channel select switch on the back of the transmitter to one of the transmitter s three broadcast frequencies 1 2 or 3 If you experience poor reception or interference try Channel choosing a different frequency by moving the channel select select switch to another position switch When the transmitter is receiving an audio signal andis mamu Ep 2 ready the POWER indicator on the transmitter s front panel Oo W turns solid blue S Note If the POWER indicator on the transmitter does not turn blue please check the following Confirm the transmitter AC power adapter is securely connected Confirm the cable from the transmitter is securely connected to the audio source output MP3 player A V receiver etc Confirm the audio source is playing audio and is turned up Tuning the Speaker 1 Press and hold the On Off Volume Tuning button on the front of the speaker until the Standby Tuned indicator turns red This indicator light stays red while the speaker is tuning to the transmitter The indicator light turns green when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter you should hear sound coming sangra R from the speaker now ae oe Nia on OFF Volume Tuning L Mono R 1 Note f the speaker is not tuned or
9. ll toll free 1 800 732 6866 or visit Note There is no transmitter ON OFF switch The transmitter is designed to be left plugged PES rACCESSOMES CONN in and powered at all times If you will not be using the AW827 for an extended period of time Range may vary according to environment unplug the transmitter AC power adapter TOUR OF THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Connecting to an Audio Source Speaker Connecting to an MP3 player CD player or computer Front Panel Plug the transmitter s built in AUDIO INPUT cable into carrying nande headphone output of your MP3 player or CD player or MODEL AW827 Standby Tuned indicator turns red when the ee cr eT AND OPERATII ANA speaker is first turned on it turns green when the audio output jack on your computer speaker is tuned to the transmitter Warning This product is designed to work with On Off Volume Tuning button turns the line level outputs or headphone outputs only DO speaker on and off push and hold adjusts the NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will speaker s volume turn and tunes the speaker to permanently damage the transmitter 0 2 el the transmitter if you are having problems linking push Audio Transmitter source back panel L Mono R switch dete
10. ncluding amplifiers that POWER indicator lights blue when audio is 41 as diagrammed inside the battery compartment produce heat i 8 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where present and the transmitter is broadcasting 3 Replace the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker they exit from the apparatus gt A RS Poia ee storms sok unused nea oe of sue sesh ne Back Panel me es DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types for example a zinc battery with an alkaline Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any aoco Lia penet 5 TON way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the CHANNEL 1 2 3 lets vou find the 4 gt manj OL battery DO NOT mix new and used batteries DO NOT leave batteries installed in the product apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped haett ssion y i RX feasts ceca lt a when not in use for long periods Always remove old weak or worn out batteries promptly and recycle Care and Maintenance oe requency Ter your So or dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations Always use a Soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter Never use any product containing alcohol or other solvents as they may
11. ount the AW827 on top of a standard 4 x 4 post The post top mount plate has an lock and release mechanism that makes it easy to take the speaker off the post and put it back on whenever you want To mount the post top mount plate Use two flat head wood screws not included to secure the post top mount plate to the top of a 4 x 4 post as shown To lock the speaker to the post top mount plate Line up the back of the speaker with the two tabs on the back of the post top mount plate Tilt the speaker backward slightly and lower the two slots on the speaker back onto the tabs on the post top mount plate Push the front of the speaker onto the post top mount plate to lock it into place To release the speaker from the post top mount plate Press in on the latch on the front of the post top mount plate Lift the speaker up and backward gently until it unlatches from the post top mount plate TOA TURNING THE SPEAKER OFF 1 Press and hold the On Off Volume Tuning button on the front of the speaker to turn the speaker off 2 Confirm that the speaker is off by verifying that the indicator light on the speaker s front panel is no longer illuminated MORE HELPFUL INFORMATION About Fixed Level Audio Outputs A fixed level or line level audio output is considered ideal since it provides an audio signal unchanged by adjustments to the audio source volume control Hint Fixed level audio outputs from stereo receivers amps
12. rmful interference to radio communication However there is no 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Industry Canada Regulatory Information Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The user is cautioned that this device should be used only as specified within this manual to meet RF exposure requirements Use of this device in a manner inconsistent with this manual could lead to excessive RF exposure conditions This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES O003 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY Audiovox Electronics Corporation the Company warrants to the original retail purchaser of
13. rmines if the speaker plays sound in mono as a stand alone speaker or Connecting to an A V Receiver plays the left or right track in a stereo pair with an Se a additional AR wireless speaker 1 Plug the transmitter s built in AUDIO INPUT cable into a mini jack to RCA adapter not included Transmitter I MPORTANT I NFORMATION Bott P l 2 Connect the stereo plugs on the mini jack to RCA A V back onc ottom Fane adapter to the corresponding left and right audio Receiver CAUTION f outputs of your A V receiver amp or other audio ee Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user Battery Compartment Cover remove to install p y P Ox ag RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel 4 AA batteries SUMNER ett DO NOT OPEN VWs Important Safety Instructions Mini jack to RCA adapter 1 Read these instructions not included 2 Keep these instructions T 3 Heed all warnings Transmitter Installing Batteries in the Speaker Follow all instructions 5 Clean only with dry cloth L 1 Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker 6 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Front Panel 2 Insert four 4 AA batteries not included into the speaker following the polarity and 7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus i
14. this product that should this product or any part thereof under normal use and conditions be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase such defect s will be repaired or replaced at the Company s option without charge for parts and repair labor To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty the product along with any accessories included in the original packaging is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to the Company at the address shown below Do not return this product to the Retailer This Warranty is not transferable and does not cover product purchased serviced or used outside the United States or Canada The warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise to costs incurred for the installation removal or reinstallation of the product The warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the company has suffered or been damaged through alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect accident or exposure to moisture This warranty does not apply to damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the product or by leaving non rechargeable batteries in the product while plugged into an AC outlet THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROV
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