Acoustic Research AWS5 Installation And Operation Manual

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IntroductionAR’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 RFsignal travels with ease through walls, floors, ceilings and other obstacles, delivering high-quality sound virtually anywhere inside the house or out. With drift- and static-free receptionalong with outstanding range—up to 150 feet*—the possibilities for enjoying your AR WirelessSpeaker System are nearly unlimited. The AR Wireless Speaker System is compatible with mostaudio sources, such as TVs, DVD players, VCRs, A/V receivers/amps, stereos, computers, andportable devices (CD players, cassette players, MP3s etc.).This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions for makingthe AR Wireless Speaker System a valued part of your lifestyle. If, after having reviewed theinstructions, you have any questions, please call toll-free 1-800-732-6866 or visitwww.araccessories.com.*Range may vary according to environment.Important InformationRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT OPEN.CAUTION Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No userserviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.Product InformationKeep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record theserial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.Model No.: _____________________________________________________________________________________________Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________________________________________Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________Important Safety Instructions1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Clean only with dry cloth.6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point wherethey exit from the apparatus.9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in anyway, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.Care and Maintenance• Always use a soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter. Never use any product containing alcohol or other solventsas they may damage the surface.• Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock.• If the speaker are used outside on a deck or patio, make sure you take them indoors in the event of a rainstorm toprevent possible damage.• Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures (below 32ºF/0ºC and above 122ºF/50ºC).L M RDCINTour of the Speaker SystemTransmitter AC/DC 12V200mA adapterSpeaker AC/DC 9V1200mA adapter3.5mm to RCA cableSpeakerFront PanelPOWER/LINKED indicator (not shown) blinkswhen the speaker is first powered on; it turns solidblue when the speaker is tuned to the transmitterRear PanelBass Boost button turns the speaker’s bassenhancement on and offPower button turns the speaker on and offAuto Scan button rescans for the transmitter’ssignalVolume +/– buttons adjust the volume levelBottom PanelL/M/R switch determines if the speaker plays soundin mono as a stand-alone speaker, or plays the left orright track in a stereo pair with an additional AWS5DC IN receives the small round end of one of theincluded 9V 1200mA AC power adapters; remove theprotective cover to insert the adapterBattery Compartment Cover (not shown)remove to install 6 AA batteriesCarryinghandleTransmitterSIGNAL indicator lights green when the audio ispresent and the transmitter is broadcastingPOWER indicator lights when the transmitter is onCHANNEL 1 2 3 lets you find the best transmissionfrequency for your environmentDC IN jack receives the small round end of theincluded 12V 200mA AC power adapterAUDIO IN (R / L) connects to your sound sourceusing one of the connection options shown hereIncluded AccessoriesNote: These power units should beplugged in so that they stay verticalor lie flat.Back panelCPTNoinunCCoNoWenToACA1.2.3.NoDObanodisPThusWDOCoDC INCHANNEL1 2 3R AUDIO LINSIGNAL POWERTop panelYau3.Model AWS5Installation and Operation ManualWirelessIndoor/OutdoorSpeaker

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