TerraTec HomeArena MX 2.1 User manual

English Manual
Version: 28.05.2003

2 TerraTec HomeArena 2.1 (English)
CEDeclaration
We:
TerraTec Electronic GmbH, Herrenpfad 38, D-41334 Nettetal, Germany
hereby declare that the products:
HomeArena Stereo
to which this declaration refers is in compliance with the following standards or
standardizing documents:
EN 50013, EN 50022, EN 60065
The following are the stipulated operating and environmental conditions for said
compliance:
residential, business and commercial environments and small-company
environments.
Thisdeclaration isbased on:
Test report(s) of the EMC testing laboratory
The information in this document issubject to change without notice and shall not be deemed as a
warranty by the seller. No warranties, express or implied, are made with regard to the quality,
suitability or accuracy of thisdocument. The manufacturer reservesthe right to change the contents
of thisdocument and/or the associated productsat any time without the provision of prior notice to
specific persons or organizations. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages of any kind
arising from the use, or the inability to use thisproduct or its documentation, even if the possibility of
such damage is known. The information in this document is subject to copyright. All rights are
reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or for any purpose
without the expresswritten permission of the copyright holders. Product and brand namescontained
in this document are used for identification purposes only. All registered trademarks, product
designations or brand names used in this document are the registered property of their respective
owners.
©TerraTec®Electronic GmbH, 1994-2003. All rightsreserved (28.05.2003).

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1. Introduction.................................................................................................................3
1.1. What’sin the Package?........................................................................................3
1.2. System Requirements............................................................................................4
2. Hardware Installation.................................................................................................4
2.1. HomeArena 2.1......................................................................................................4
2.2. Front- and Back View HomeArena 2.1...............................................................5
2.3. Installation Instructionsfor HomeArena 2.1........................................................6
3. Operating Instructionsfor HomeArena 2.1.............................................................6
4. Technicals& Specification HomeArena 2.1...........................................................7
5. FCC Declaration.........................................................................................................7
6. Limited warranty.........................................................................................................9
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Your package HomeArena Speaker System includesthe following documentation
and hardware:
¾1 x Subwoofer
¾2 x Satellite Speaker s
¾1 x Quick-I-Guide
¾1 x CD
¾1 x AC adaptor 230V/12V
¾1 x Registration card
¾1 x Service request form
If any componentsare missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

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On/Off control & volume
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1. Place the satellite speakers next to the monitor, one on either side. Place the
subwoofer next the speakerswithin reaching distance.
2. Plug the satellite speaker cables into the subwoofer’s left and right speaker
output jacks(2 & 3).
3. Plug the audio input cable attached to the back of the subwoofer (1) into the
sound card or other audio source.
4. 4.Before connecting the power cable, make sure the subwoofer’s power
switch is in the “off” or “out” position. Plug the power adapter cable into the
subwoofer's power input jack (8). Plug the power adapter into a standard
household electrical outlet.
5. Pressthe subwoofer'spower knob (4) to turn on the system. The green LED Light
should illuminate.
6. Activate the audio the audio source to test speakers.
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1. Avoid exposing speakers to environments that are excessively warm and
humid (particularly in unventilated spacesor nearby heaters) or dusty.
2. Do not set speakers near windows exposed to direct sunlight or in areas near
to water
3. Clean speaker housing by wiping with mild cleaning solution. Do not use
solvents!
4. The loudspeakers are magnetically shielded and you can place them also in
the near of your PC monitor.
5. "!" Warning : Before connecting or disconnecting the loudspeakers from the
main electricity make sure that the speaker's control button is in the " OFF "
position.

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Satellite - 4W x 2
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Satellite - 86 x 148 mm NXTflat panel
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Satellite - W 100 mm x H 165 mm x D 75 mm
All specificationssubject to change without prior notice.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. These
specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio-frequency energy. Incorrect use may lead to radio-frequency
interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. You can determine whether this device is causing
interference by turning it off. If the device does cause interference, try to correct
it by using one or more of the following measures:
¾Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.
¾Move the device farther away from the receiver.
¾Plug the device into an outlet that ison a different circuit from the receiver.
¾Consult your retailer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions.
Only devices designated as Class B may be connected and must feature
shielded satellite cables. Changes or modifications to this product not authorized
by the group responsible for the adherence to the regulationscould void the FCC
certification and negate your authority to operate the product. This device

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complies with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. Its operation is subject to
the following rules: 1.) The device must not emit dangerous radiation. 2.) The
device must accept interference, including interference that may lead to faulty
operation.

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TerraTec Electronic GmbH (hereinafter: “TerraTec”) guarantees the first buyer
(hereinafter: “buyer”) the product's freedom from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 24 monthsif used asintended, installed in the original
system under the conditions specified below. This warranty does not cover
problems of compatibility with hardware, software or alternative configurations
used with the device. In the event of damage covered by thiswarranty, TerraTec
shall repair or replace the device free of charge at itsown discretion.
TerraTec reserves the right to replace the device with a comparable or superior
model. Such replacement devices may be reconditioned or may contain
reconditioned parts. Repaired or replaced products shall be subject to the same
termsof warranty.
This limited warranty does not cover incorrect use, misuse, improper handling,
accidents, improper installation or other reasons not related to defects in
materialsor workmanship. TerraTec reservesthe right to invoice repairsperformed
for any of the reasons specified above as appropriate. Thisshall also apply to the
return of equipment which is in good operating condition. Memory or other
components that were not originally supplied with this product are not covered
by thiswarranty.
In the event of warranty claims, please contact TerraTec technical support. You
must have spoken to one of our servicesstaff membersbefore returning a device
to us. You will be given an RMA (return material authorization) number and
information on how to proceed with the return of your damaged product. No
TerraTec product will be accepted for repairs without an RMA number and proof
of purchase. The sales slip or invoice shall suffice as proof of purchase. The costs
for shipping of the product to be repaired by TerraTec shall be borne by the
sender.
No other warranties are made, express or implied, including but not restricted to
warranties with regard to suitability for a specific purpose or commercial viability.
TerraTec shall under no circumstancesbe held liable for damagesarising from the
deployment or installation of a TerraTec product or from the infringement upon an
express or implied warranty. TerraTec'sliability toward the buyer shall be limited to
the purchase price of the device in the event that damages arise from the use of
the device or negligence by TerraTec. TerraTec reserves the right to investigate
and verify damage to any and all products or components. This warranty does
not apply to software components.