Altec Lansing ADA310W User manual

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1 User Guide
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’ IMPORTANT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
.11"; lighrning flash with arrowhead. within an equilateral
triungirs, is intended to alert the user to tho Frantic. at
that may be of sufficient magnitude to censliture a rial: oi
electric shock to persons.
Road Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the appliance is operated.
Retain Instructions — The operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
Heed Warning — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
Water and Moisture — The appliance should not be used near water
- for example, near a bathtub, washbawl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Outdoor Use - Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
location — The appliance should be installed in a stable location.
Ventilation —The appliance should be situated so that its location
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the
appliance should not be situated on o bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such
as a closed bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
adiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances [including amplifiers) that
produce heat. '
Power Sources —- The appliance should be connected _to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instriicfi'ons or as marked
on the appliance.
Power-Card Protection —- Power-supply cards should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them. Pay particular attention to cards at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
.Heat — The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as
The FCC Wants You to Know
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 providereasonable 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,
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:
Risque de choc electrique — Ne pas ouvrir
. . . r CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
uninsuiatad 'dangorous voltage wrthirs the product s enclosure REMOVE COVER (OR BACK]. NO‘USER— SERVICEABIE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT OPEN
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the pmsenoe of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instmctions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
the point where they exit from the appliance.
Grounding or Polarization — The precautions that should be taken so that
the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
Cleaning — The appliance should be cleaned only with a polishing doth or
a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other
volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
Non-Use Periods — The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged
from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
Obiect and liquid Entry— Care should be taken so that obiects do not
fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
Damage Requiring Service — The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
' The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
O Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
O The appliance has been exposed to rain.
0 The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance.
0 The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the appliance. Servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel or returned to the dealer or
call the Altec lansing service line for assistance.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
cl Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
or help.
FCC Warning
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user authority to operate the equipment under FCC Rules.
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Important
If you experience any difficulties with your computer speaker system
please visit us at our website www.altecmm.com Your difficulty may
‘ a simple problem that we can help you solve from our website.
you do not find the answer to your question please send us an
e-mail at [email protected] or call us at: 1-800-
ALTEC-88 (1-717-296-4434 if outside the United
States)
Introduction
Welcome to the extraordinary world of Altec Lansing high
Fidelity sound.
The patented Altec Lansing Multimedia Computer Speaker
System provides the best computer digital audio possible. You
can plug these computer speaker systems into a PC audio card
and vastly enhance any business presentation, training,
education or advertising, music or video production with the
same level of audio quality you are used to hearing from a
music CD. These speaker systems can also be used with any
multimedia home computer, CD player or video interactive
game to provide a total intelligent audio solution which is
practical and affordable.
Description
The ADA3 TOW is a Dolby Digital and Pro Logic powered surround
sound speaker system composed of two satellite speakers and a
.bwoofer. The unique design of the speakers makes it possible to
tain SURROUND sound without having to mount speakers on
side and rear walls.
The ADA3 1 0w can function with computers that have a sound card
or a headphone output for a CD player. All basic amplifier functions
can be controlled by manual controls located on the top panel of
the right speaker satellite. You do not need a USB eguipped
PC to use the ADA310W. If your computer IS NOT USE
equipped refer to connection instructions on page 5 of
this manual.
Computers that are USB (universal serial bus) equipped can control
all speaker functions from the computer desktop. The USB input
makes it possible to control all functions of the ADA3lOW with a
GUI (graphic user interface) that shows a representation of the
amplifier and speakers on the computer screen. Audio
Management Software is provided to operate the GUI for
computers that have a Windows 95 USB Supplement or Windows
98. If your computer IS USB equipped refer to
connection instructions on page 4 of this manual.
An audio sensing circuit automatically turns the unit on when input
signal is present. If no audio signal is present at the input of the
amplifier for a prolonged period, the unit turns off automatically.
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Placement of Satellites and Subwoofer
The subwoofer contains no channel specific information and
its sound is non-directional. As a result, the subwoofer does
not necessarily have to be placed in any particular
relationship to the satellites. Placing the subwoofer on the
floor close to a wall or corner of a room provides maximum
bass efficiency. The subwoofer is not magnetically
_ shielded and should not be placed near video
displays.
The satellite speakers are magnetically shielded and can be
placed close to the computer monitor without distorting the
video image.
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IMPORTANT
Do not insert the AC power plug into the wall outlet until all
connections are made as shown in Figure I.
Connecting the ADA3IOW Speaker Systern
to a Computer with USB ~
0 Before inserting the DIN connectors into the receptacles located
in the back of the subwoofer, notice that the plug connectors and
receptacles are color coded to prevent errors. The right channel
is marked in red and the left channel in white. Also notice that
the plugs have arrows. The arrows should face up for proper
insertion into the receptacles. Press the connectors firmly into the
receptacles to make sure they are fully seated.
0 Notice that the analog input is marked in green and the stereo
audio plug is green colored. Plug the stereo audio cable into the
analog input of the subwoofer and to the computer audio line output.
0 if you are insta!|ing the ADA3TOW on a system with a 3D Game
soundcard, you do not need to connect the STEREO IN cable.
Canned the green plug on the 30 Gaming Cable to CH1 on the rear
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of the subwoofer. Connect the purple plug to CH2 on the rear of the
subwoofer. At the game card end, connect the green plug to output
T and connect the purple plug to output 2.
' Connect the USB cable as shown. The configuration of the plugs at
each end are different. One end has a series ”A” USB connector
which is plugged into the USB output on the computer and the other
end has a series 'B” connector which is plugged into the USB input
on the subwoofer. Make sure the plugs are fully seated.
The ADA3TOW does not have a power switch. Once the power plug
is inserted into the wall outlet the unit turns on after a short delay. A
green or amber/yellow LED will glow on the right satellite to indicate
power is on. If no audio signal is sensed over a long period of time,
the unit thns off. When audio is received or a control is operated, the
speaker turns on automatically.
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‘ Connecting the ADA310W Speaker System
to a Computer without USB
‘ Before inserting the DIN connectors into the receptacles located in o If you are installing the ADA3] 0W on a system with a 3D Game
the back of the subwooter, notice that the plug connectors and soundcard, you do not need to connect the STEREO IN cable.
.eptacles are color coded to prevent errors. The right channel is Connect the green plug on the 30 Gaming Cable to CH1 on the rear
marked in red and the leh channel in white. Also notice that the plugs of the subWooIer. Connect the purple plug to CH2 on the rear of the
have arrows. The arrows should Face up For proper insertion into the - subwooter. At the game card and, connect the green plug to output
receptacles. Press the connectors Firmly into the receptacles to make .. I and connect the purple plug to output 2.
sure they are lullY sealed. " The ADA3IOW does not have a power switch. Once the power plug
' Notice that the analog input is marked in green and the stereo is inserted into the wall outlet the unit turns on after a short delay. A
audio plug is green colored. Plug the stereo audio cable into the green or amber/yellow LED will glow on the right satellite to indicate
analog of the subwooFer and to the computer audio line output. power is on. If no audio signal is sensed over a long period of time,
the unit turns off. When audio is received or a control is operated, the
speaker turns on automatically.
ADA3IOW Connection for a Computer without USB
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Use of Top Panel Controls on Right Satellite
Speakers (See Figure 2)
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MODES:
he ADAJ TOW has two basic modes at operation: Analog and
‘gital. When the ADAfllOW is in Dolby Digital mode, the top LED
on the front of the right satellite glows green. When the [ED on the
Front of the right satellite glows amber, the ADA310W is in Analog
mode. There are three variations in the analog mode: Stereo, Dolby
Pro Logic, and 3D Gaming.
You may switch between the modes using the CENTER button on the
top of the right satellite. Pressing and holding the button for about :1
seconds will switch the ADA3lOW to the next mode. The modes are
selected in the following order: Stereo, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital,
30 Gaming, and then back to Stereo. You may also select the
operating mode by using the remote control or the computer software
GUI (ii you are connecting the ADA3lOW to a computer with USB).
Operation of Channel Controls
CONTROIS:
The ADA3 l OW uses only three buttons and a rotary volume to allow
lullcontrol oi the system.
Master Volume Control: This control increases the overall system level
when turned in the clockwise direction. When turned in the counter-
clockwise direction, it decreases the overall system level. This control
Figure 2
DUAL FUNCTION
LED INDICAI‘ING
MODES.The indwttor
will glow geen for
the Doby Digital mode
a and amber/yellow
for analog mode.
is also used to increase and decrease the subwooter, center, and
surround levels when those Functions are selected. Once these other
levels have been set, the rotary control will revert back to master
volume it no other control is activated For about 3 seconds.
Subwoaier Button: When this button is pressed, the green LED near
the button will illuminate and allow adjustment oi the subwooier level
by using the rotary control. To get the rotary back to master volume,
press the button again to turn of the LED, or wait about 3 seconds,
and the LED will turn all by itself.
Center Button: When this button is pressed, the green LED near the
button will illuminate and allow adiustment oi the center channel level
using the rotary control. This channel is only available in Dolby Pro
Logic and Dolby Digital since stereo and SD gaming signals do not
have center channel information.
Surround Button: When this button is pressed, the green LED near the
button will illuminate and allow adiustment oi the surround channel
level using the rotary control. This channel is not available in stereo
mode, but is available in all other modes.
MUTE:
The ADA3 1 0w has a convenient Mute Feature that can be activated
by pressing both the Subwooter and Surround buttons at the same
time. The unit will exit Mute as soon as any control is activated,
including the Master Volume Control.
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
For best results aim the remote control towards the infrared receiver on
front panel of set top speakers. LED's will function in the some manner
if the unit were operated manually.
Keytt Function Operation
1 ON/OFF Turns the ADAl04 unit on and off. ""
2 MUTE MUTEs sound.
Press again to restore sound.
3 SUB Adjusts SUB level. Use VOL buttons
9 & l0 to adjust level.
4 CENTER Adjusts CENTER level.
Use VOL buttons 9 & TO to adjust level.
5 SURROUND Adjusts SURROUND level.
Use VOL buttons 9 & 10 to adjust level.
STEREO mode Puts unit in STEREO mode.
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7 PRO-LOGlC mode Puts unit in PRO-LOGIC mode.
8 Puts unit in GAME mode. Use VOL
buttons 9 & 10 to adjust level
9 & lO VOL UP/ DOWN Press these buttons to adjust VOL
up/down. Also use these buttons to
individually adjust the SUB, CENTER
and SURROUND levels.
GAME mode
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Specifications
Drivers (Satellites)
Drivers (Subwoaferj
Two 3 inch drivers per satellite
One 6 -l /2 inch dual voice coil woofer
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz
Satellite Power 5 Watts RMS per driver
20 Watts total
Subwoofer Power 20 Watts at
Input Impedance )1 0k Ohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70dB
Crossover Frequency
[Subwoofer) l 50H:
Fuse Type' 1 AMP 250V
”Slow Blow” [5x20mm size]
*Before replacing fuse remove AC power plug from the wall
outlet. To replace fuse, twist fuse cap counterclockwise with a
standard flat head screwdriver. The fuse cap is spring loaded
and will ”pop” out.
NOTE: lF THE FUSE NEEDS REPLACEMENT USE A 250 VOLT, 1
AMP "SLOW BLOW" 5 X 2OMM UL/CSA APPROVED TYPE.
Power Requirements
USA/CANADA Model 120 Volts 60Hz AC
MAX Power Consumption 120 Watts
UL/CUL/CE Approved
Three Year Limited Warranty
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end user that all of
its computer speaker systems are free from defects in material and
workmanship in the course of normal and reasonable use for a term
of three years from the date of purchase.
This warranty is the exclusive and only warranty in effect relative to
Altec Lansing computer speaker systems and any other warranties,
either expressed or implied, are invalid. Neither Altec Lansing
Technologies, Inc. nor any authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.
dealer is responsible for any incidental damages incurred in the use
of the products. (This limitation of incidental or consequential damage
is not applicable in those states which prohibit such statutes.)
Altec Lansing Technologies, lnc.‘s obligation under this warranty does
not apply to any defect, malfunction or failure as a result of misuse,
abuse, improper installation, use with faulty or improper equipment
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USB
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ADA31 OW Troubleshooting
Make sure speaker is connected to Depending on your sound card, you may also turn all
lineout jack tunompliiied] of sound amplifier on sound card (check your sound card manual).
card__ and not .speokerout jock
{amplified}; refer to color coding when
making connections;
Distortion Speaker is being overdriven by an
(Le. static, amplified audio source.
crackling;
hissing}
Noise may be caused by interference Turn monitor oil to see it noise is if this product is placed too close to a high level source otRF
From the monitor. eliminated. Move cables away from energy, RF breakthrough may be experienced which can
monitor. cause some audio disturbance. If this happens, move the
product as far away as possible From the source until the
disturbance is eliminated. Using an audio input cable with a
high percentage of shielding is also helpiu in reducing or
eliminating interference.
Volume level on sound card or other Check volume level of sound card or
audio source may be too high and audio source and lower as necessary.
causing speaker to be overdriven.
Sound card or specific sound hie/track Check 5 kers with another audio For this check, disconnect speakers tram sound card and plug
maybe root of problem. source CD-ROM player] to see it into headphone tack on front otCD-ROM player or alternate
' :und gird or specific lite/track may linelevel audio source.
pro em.
Provided power has been verilied. it is possible to test the unit
by pulling out the audio cable that is connected to the
computer and connecting it to an alternate audio source such
as a portable CD player.
Make sure all connecting plugs
between the satellite speakers,
subwooler and corn uter are hilly
seated. Make sure e wall power
outlet or power strip has power. Make
sure the power switches on the power
strip, satellites and subwooler are
turned on.
No power to unit.
Check volume level of sound card or Check with an alternate audio source as mentioned above.
audio source and raise as necessary.
Volume level on sound card or other
audio source may be too low.
if need be, turn cable slightly when inserting to ensure
complete contact.
Make sure signal cables are inserted
Signal cable is not completely inserted
snugly into signal jacks.
into signal tack on subwooter or
speaker. ,
Check all connections to both the
USB port on the computer and the
speakers.
USB Si nol cable may not be installed
or not fly inserted.
The USB interface does not require reset or power cycling for
new devices to be recognized.
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Connedor'
Window Pops Up
USB Si nal cable may not be installed
or not fly inserted.
Power has been interrupted to the
speakers.
Check both, USB and power
connections to the speakers.
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