Voxx XG3000 User manual

XTREME GAMING SURROUND
SOUND SYSTEM
Instruction Manual
Please read the instruction manual carefully before using your unit.
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GENERAL
Table of Contents
PRECAUTIONS .................................................1
Supplied Accessories
Remote control ................................................... x1
Satellite speaker ................................................. x5
Audio/Video cable ............................................... x1
Instruction manual .............................................. x1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............2
FUNCTION CONTROL ......................................... 3
FrontPanel..............................................................3
RearPanel...............................................................3
RemoteControl .......................................................4
Usingthe Remote ControlCorrectly .......................4
BatteryReplacement...............................................4
CONNECTIONS ................................................... 5
PowerConnection...................................................5
Connectingthe Speakers& Subwoofer ..................5
Mountingthe RearSurround Speakers...................5
Positioning theSpeakers& Subwoofer ...................6
Settingthe InputMode andListeningChannels ......6
Video & Audio Input/Output Setting .................... 7-8
SOUND ADJUSTMENT ....................................... 9
Adjustingthe Balance............................................. 9
Settingthe Bass Level............................................9
Settingthe CenterDelay.........................................9
Settingthe SurroundDelay.....................................9
TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE ..............................10
Problemsand Solutions..........................................10
OperatingVoltage....................................................10
Introduction
Thankyou for purchasingthis HomeTheaterSystem.
Please read this instruction manual for best results.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.‘Dolby’,‘Dolby Digital’,‘Pro Logic’
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.

PRECAUTIONS
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesirable
operation.
Notes on Placement
• Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.
• Place the unit on a flat and even surface.
• In a cabinet, allow about 2.5cm (1 inch) of free space around the unit for adequate ventilation.
• Donotrestricttheairflowof theunitbyplacingitinaplacewithpoorairflow,bycoveringitwithacloth,
or by placing it on carpet.
Notes on Safety
• When connecting or disconnecting the AC cord, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord
may damage it and create a hazard.
• Unplug the unit during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time.
• Check that the rated voltage of your unit matches your local voltage before use.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placedon the apparatus.
Note on Condensation
• When left in a heated room where is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside
the unit. When there is condensation inside, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for
1 to 2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room up and dry the unit before use.
Notes on Maintenance
• Do not use volatile chemicals on this unit. Clean by lightly wiping with a soft cloth.
• Do not place a heavy object on or step on the unit. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury
and serious damage to the unit.
• Protectthepowercordfrombeingwalkedonorpinchedparticularlyatplugs,conveniencereceptacles,
and the point where they exit from the unit.
Thelightningflashwithanarrowheadsymbol,withinthe
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presenceofuninsulated"dangerousvoltage"withinthe
product'senclosurethatmaybe ofsufficient magnitude
to cause an electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
this owner manual.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK,DONOT REMOVECOVER(ORBACK).NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICINGTOQUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCETO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUGTOWIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT. (FOR USA AND CANADA ONLY)
The symbol for Class II (Double lnsulation)
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WARNING:
•Should any trouble occur,disconnecttheAC power cordandreferservicing to aqualifiedtechnician.
• Do not place anything directly on top of the unit, it may cause damage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinch particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14)This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled
with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLEOROTHEROUTLETUNLESSTHEBLADES CANBEFULLYINSERTEDTOPREVENTBLADE
EXPOSURE.TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCETO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK) NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
Thelightning flash witharrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral
triangle,isintendedto alerttheuser
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosurethat maybe of
sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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Rear Panel
FUNCTION CONTROL
1. STANDBY/ON button
Turns the unit ON, or puts the unit into STANDBY mode.
2. AV1/2/3 buttons
PressAV1orAV2toenter“auto-detected/auto-switching”
mode, press again to switch to “forced analog” mode.
Press AV3 button to select the AV3 input.
3. PL button
Change the output channels or the output sound mode.
4. BASS button
Adjust the bass level.
5. SURROUND DELAY button
Adjust the surround delay time.
6. CENTER DELAY button
Adjust the center delay time.
7. VOLUME +/- button
Adjust the volume or the level of corresponding function.
8. BUILT-IN SUBWOOFER
9. STANDBY/DELAY indicator
Lights when the unit is in standby mode or setting
the surround/center delay.
10.3 STEREO indicator
Lights when 3 STEREO is active.
Front Panel
22. TV VIDEO OUT jack
23. TV AUDIO OUT (R & L) jacks
24. Right Front Speaker terminals
25. Right Rear Speaker terminals
26. Left Rear Speaker terminals
27. Left Front Speaker terminals
28. Power Cord
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11. PRO LOGIC indicator
Lights when Dolby Pro Logic is active .
12. DIGITAL indicator
Lights when Dolby Digital is active.
13.AV1 indicator
Lights when the unit is in AV1 mode.
14.AV2 indicator
Lights when the unit is in AV2 mode.
15.AV3 indicator
Lights when the unit is in AV3 mode.
16.AV3 AUDIO IN (L&R) jacks
Connect to AUDIO outputs on external audio source.
17.AV3 VIDEO IN jack
Connect to VIDEO outputs on external audio source.
18.DIGITAL IN
ConnecttoDIGITAL(OPTICAL)outputsonexternalaudio
source.
19.Display window
Display the level of corresponding function.
20.Speaker indicators
Lights when the corresponding speaker is active.
21.Remote Control sensor
Accepts the remote control signals.
29. AV1 VIDEO IN Jack
30. AV1 AUDIO IN (R & L) Jacks
31. AV1 DIGITAL AUDIO IN (VCR/SAT)Jack
32. AV2 DIGITAL AUDIO IN (DVD) Jack
33. AV2 VIDEO IN Jack
34. AV2 AUDIO IN (R & L) Jacks
35. Center Speaker terminals

FUNCTION CONTROL (Continued)
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Remote Control
1. STANDBY/ON button
Turns the unit ON, or puts the unit into
STANDBY mode.
2. SURROUND button
Change the output channels or the output
sound mode.
3. AV1 button
Select AV1 input and press again to enter
“force analog”mode.
4. BASS button
Adjust the bass level.
5. CENTER DELAY button
Adjust the center delay time.
6. VOL +/- buttons
Adjust the volume and the level of
corresponding function.
7. TEST button
Test and adjust the volume of each speaker.
8. AV2 button
Select AV2 input and press again to enter
“force analog” mode.
9. AV3 button
Select AV3 input.
10. SURROUND DELAY button
Adjust the surround delay time.
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Using the Remote Control Correctly
Attention:Takeoutthe PVCsheet beforeoperatingthe remotecontrol.
1. Point the remote control at the remote sensor located on the unit.
2. Whenthereisastrong ambientlightsource, theperformanceof theinfrared remotesensormay be degraded,
causing unreliable operation.
3. The recommended effective distance for remote operation is about 4 meters (13 feet).
Note:
If the remote control will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to avoid damage caused by
battery leakage corrosion.
When the battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the remote control is greatly reduced and you will
need to replace the battery.
1.Open the battery door. 2.Insert one CR2025
(3V) size battery.
Battery Replacement

CONNECTIONS
Power Connection
Notes:
• Before you plug in the unit, make sure that the rated voltage of your unit matches your local voltage.
• Keep your hands dry when you are connecting the power cord to the wall outlet to avoid electric shock.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the power cord.
• When the player is in the standby mode, it is still consuming some power.If you wish to disconnect the unit
completely from the power, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
• To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.(For USA and Canada only)
The speaker cordshave been color-coded to simplify connection.Just plugthe POSITIVE (+) and NEGATIVE
(-) ends of each speaker wire into the corresponding jacks on the rear of the Unit, matching the color tube on
the end of the speaker wire to the color-coded connector.
Caution:
To prevent damage to the unit, be sure to turn off the unit before making any connection.
Connecting speakers other than the speakers supplied with the unit may damage the unit.
1. Mark the correct mounting position on the wall.
2. Insert a fixing screw(s) at the marked position on the wall.
3. Alignthe slot hole(s)of thespeaker overthe screwand pullthe speakerdownwarduntilit isfirmlyhooked.
Mounting the Rear Surround Speakers
Connecting the Speakers & Subwoofer
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DO NOT RETURNTHISTOTHE STORE
Please call Customer Service at 1-800-252-6123
or visit online help at http://www.18002526123.com
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Right Front Speaker Right Rear Speaker Left Rear Speaker Left Front Speaker
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Center Speaker
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CONNECTIONS (Continued)
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Positioning the Speakers & Subwoofer
Remarks:
1. "O" The speaker/indicator is active." X " The speaker is inactive. " "The indicator is blinking.
2. 3 STEREO mode creates a surround sound effect without using the rear speakers. In this mode, no sound
comes from the rear speakers.
3. This unit supports three digital input modes:
• Dolby Digital 5.1ch. In this mode, press the SURROUND button on the remote control or press the PL
button repeatedly on the unit to select between Dolby Digital (5 CH.) and Downmix (2 CH.).
• Dolby Digital 2.0ch. In this mode, press the SURROUND button on the remote control or press the PL
buttonrepeatedly onthe unitto selectamong DolbyDigitalStereo(2CH.), 3STEREO (3CH.) andDOLBY
PROLOGIC (4CH.).
• PCM.In thismode,press theSURROUNDbuttontoselect amongSTEREO,3 STEREOand DOLBYPRO
LOGIC.
4. When analog signal is input, press the SURROUND button on the remote control or press the PL button
repeatedly on the unit to select among STEREO, 3 STEREO and DOLBY PRO LOGIC.
AV1/AV2 The AV1and AV2 audioinputs allowyouto connect eitheran analogor digital sourceto theunit.The
unitwill automaticallyswitchto digitalor analogmodedepending onwhat typeofsource isconnected.
When you press the AV1 or AV2 button once, the unit will be in “Auto-Detect” mode, and the light
labelled AV1 you press the AV1 or AV2 button once, the unit will be in “Auto-Detect” mode, and the
light labelled AV1digital, and will automatically switch to that mode.If you want to force the unit into
“Analog”mode only, press the AV1 or AV2 button a second time, and the AV1 or AV2 light will begin
to blink.To return to “Auto-Detect”mode, press the button again, and the light will stop blinking.
AV3 The AV3 audio input is analog only.
YoucanpresstheSURROUNDbuttonrepeatedlyontheremotecontrolorpressthePLbuttonrepeatedlyonthe
unit to change the sound output status. Please see the table below.
The following table shows which speakers and indicators are working in various modes.
Setting the Input Mode and Listening Channels
2 CH. 3 CH. 4 CH. 5 CH. LR
AUDIO SETTINGS
STEREO
3 STEREO
3 STEREO
STEREO
DOLBY
DIGITAL 5.1ch
DIGITAL
DOLBY
DIGITAL 2.0ch
PCM
ANALOG
SOURCES
O
O
RR
O
X
X
X
O
X
X
O
X
X
O
O
X
X
X
O
X
X
O
X
X
O
S
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
C
O
X
X
O
O
X
O
O
X
O
O
RL
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
3 STEREO
SPEAKER OUTPUT STATUS LED INDICATOR STATUS
O
O
PRO LOGIC
STEREO (2 CH.)
ON (5 CH.)
DOWNMIX (2 CH.)
3 STEREO (2 CH.)
PRO LOGIC (4 CH.)
PRO LOGIC
PRO LOGIC
O
O
O
O
DIGITAL
REAR SPEAKERS
Place right beside or slightly behind
your listening position, and a little
higher than your ears.
FRONT SPEAKERS
Place on both sides of the TV,
equal distances apart.
BUILT-IN
SUBWOOFER
CENTER
Place on the top of or
below the TV.

CONNECTIONS (Continued)
AV1 (SAT/VCR)
Connect the audio and video output jacks of the AV equipment (VCR, Satellite receiver, etc.) to the audio and
video input jacks on the unit with an audio/video cable.
If the AV equipment has a bitstream/PCM coaxial audio out jack, connect the equipment to the unit by using a
coaxial cable.
AV2 (DVD)
Connect the audio and video output jacks of the DVD player to the audio and video input jacks on the unit with
an audio/video cable.
Connect the coaxial digital audio output jack of the DVD player to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN on the unit by using
a coaxial cable.
TV
Connect the audio and video input jacks of your TV to the audio and video output jacks on the unit with an
audio/video cable (included).Refer to yourTV’s owner’s manual.
To record the playing signal, connect AUDIO OUT to the recordable equipment (Recordable cassette player,
Recordable MD player, etc.).
Watching a DVD
1. Connect the unit to the TV and the DVD player.
2. Turn on the unit and press the AV2 button on the remote control to select AV2 “auto-detect/auto-switch”
mode, or press AV2 button on the front panel directly. If no sound in digital input mode, press AV2 button
again to switch to AV2 “force analog” mode.The AV2 indicator will blink.
3. Turn on yourTV and select the corresponding video input that you have connected to the unit.
4. Turn on your DVD player to start playing.
Video & Audio Input/Output Setting
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:Signal flow
TV with AV input Recordable equipment
Yellow / WhiteRed /
SAT/VCR
DVD player with
Digital Out (Coaxial)
Yellow / WhiteRed /Yellow / WhiteRed /
Coaxial cable (sold separately) Coaxial cable (sold separately)

Video & Audio Input/Output Setting (Continued)
CONNECTIONS (Continued)
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Remarks:
Dolby Digital isa surroundsound technologyused intheaters showingthe latestmovies, andnow availableto
reproduce this realistic effect at home.
Youcan enjoymotionpicture and live concertDVD video discswith this dynamicrealistic sound byconnecting
the unit to the DVD player with bitstream/PCM coaxial output.
Dolby Pro Logic is a sound system that was developed to get a better sense of presence from sources
encoded with Dolby Surround.The feeling of position has been improved by the addition of a separate center
speakerchannel.
Youcan enjoy thedynamic realisticsound ofDolbyPro LogicSurround byconnectingtheunittotheequipment
whichgivesDolbyPro Logicsignal witha coaxialcableor audiocable.The outputsoundfrom therear speakers
willbe monaural.
AV3 / DIGITAL (OPTICAL) IN
AV3: Connectthe audioand videooutputjacksof theAVequipment (Videogameconsole,etc.) tothe audioand
video input jacks on the unit.
DIGITAL (OPTICAL) IN: Connect the Digital (Optical) out jack of the AV equipment (DAT deck/MD deck, etc.)
to the Digital (Optical) in jack on the unit.
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White / Red / Yellow Optical cable - optional
(not supplied)
Video game console
DAT deck, or
MD deck, etc
Equipment gives Dolby Pro Logic
signal.
Coaxial cable (sold separately)
Audio cable
Equipment gives Dolby Pro Logic
signal.
Coaxial cable (sold separately)

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SOUND ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the speaker balance with the remote control.
1. Press the TEST button on the remote control once, and you will hear PINK NOISE from the left front
speaker.The L light on the front panel will illuminate.
2. Use theVOL +/- buttons on the remote control or the front panel to change the balance from -10 to 10.
3. Press the TEST button again, and the PINK NOISE will move from the left front speaker to the center
speaker. Repeat Step 2.Continue through all 5 speakers and the subwoofer.
Note:
• To canceladjusting, presstheTESTbuttonrepeatedly untilthe speakerindicatorgoes outand thedisplay
window returns to normal.
Adjusting the Balance
In a small room, the center speaker can be placed at the same distance from the listener as the left and right
frontspeakers.Thisresults in soundfrom allthreespeakersreaching thelistener at thesame time.However, in
larger rooms, it may be necessary to move the center speaker closer to the listener than the left and right front
speakers. In this case, Center Delay necessary to move the center speaker closer to the listener than the left
and right front speakers.In this case, Center Delay front speakers, the center delay should be set to 2.
1. Press the CENTER DELAY button on the remote control or the unit and the display window will show the
current delay time of the center speaker. Meanwhile, the STANDBY DELAY indicator and the C speaker
indicator will illuminate to indicate that you are setting the center delay.
2. Press the VOL +/- buttons on the remote control or the unit to adjust the delay time of the center speaker.
The digit in the display window will change to show the setting value.The center delay ranges from 0 to 5.
Note:
• If you do not press any button within few seconds, the display will return to normal.
1. Press the BASS button on the remote control or the unit and the display window will show the current bass
level.
2. Press theVOL +/- buttons on the remote control or the unit to adjust the bass level from -7 to 7.The digit in
the display window will change to show the current bass level setting.
Note:
• If you do not press any button within few seconds, the display will return to normal.
• The bass level changes the low range of sounds.
Setting the Bass Level
Setting the Center Delay
Just as the center delay compensates for placement of the center speaker, Surround delay compensates for
placement of the left and right rear speakers.The sound from these speakers should reach the listener at the
same time as sound from the front left and right and center speakers.
1. Pressthe SURROUNDDELAYbuttonon theremote control orthe unitand thedisplaywindowwill show the
currentsurround delaytime.Meanwhile,the STANDBY DELAY indicatorand theLR, RRspeakerindicators
will illuminate to indicate that you are setting the surround delay.
2. PresstheVOL +/- buttons onthe remote controlor the unitto adjust the surrounddelaytime.The digit inthe
display window will change to show the setting value.The surround delay ranges from 15 to 30.
Note:
• If you do not press any button within few seconds, the display will return to normal.
Setting the Surround Delay
STANDBY
DELAY
3STEREO PRO LOGIC DIGITAL
AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 LR LCSRRR VOL
STANDBY
DELAY
3STEREO PRO LOGIC DIGITAL
AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 LR LCSRRR VOL

Thefollowingcheckswill assistinthe correction ofmost problemswhich youmay encounterwith yoursystem.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PRINTED IN CHINA
811-AV1G91-011
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PROBLEMS
No power.
No sound.
No sound from one channel or
unbalanced left and right volume.
Reversed left and right sound.
The centre speaker or the surround
speakers give no sound
The remote control does not function.
SOLUTIONS
• Check that the AC power cord is connected.
• Rotate the VOLUME + button to increase volume.
• Select the correct AV input and the correct input mode
(Digital or analogy sound).
• Checkthe speakerconnectionsof theinoperativechannel.
• Check the speaker cord connection and speaker location.
• Check the speaker connection for proper phasing.
• Check that the speaker connections are correct.
• The current mode does not support surround sound.
• Remove any obstacles between the remote control and
the unit.
• Use the remote control near the unit.
• Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the unit.
• Replace the battery in the remote control with new one.
• If there is a clear plastic strip sticking out from the rear of
the remote control, pull it out.
Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without advance notice
due to continuous product improvement.
Operating Voltage
AC 120V ~ 60Hz