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 The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the remove cover (or back). No user- serviceable parts intended to alert the user to the presence of important
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude the literature accompanying the appliance.
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. One Year

CAUTION Limited Warranty
To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug with an (Two-Year Limited Warranty In The European Union
extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully and Asia)
inserted to prevent blade exposure.
What Does The Warranty Cover?: Altec Lansing warrants that its products shall be
free from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.
What Is The Period Of Coverage?: For units purchased in European Union or
Asia, this warranty runs for two years from the date of purchase. For units not
WARNING
purchased in Europe or Asia, this warranty runs for one year from the date of
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS purchase. The term of any warranties implied by law shall expire when your
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. limited warranty expires. Some states and/or Member States in the European
Union do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
Connecting the Power Cord (AC Wall Socket) What Does The Warranty Not Cover?: This warranty does not cover any defect,
malfunction or failure that occurs as a result of: improper installation; misuse or
failure to follow the product directions; abuse; or use with improper, unintended
Long slot is neutral or faulty equipment. (For information on proper installation, operation and use
(ground) side. consult the manual supplied with the product. If you require a replacement
manual, you may download a manual from www.alteclansing.com.) Also,
consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty.
Insert the wide blade into Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
the ground side slot. damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
What Will Altec Lansing Do To Correct The Problem?: Altec Lansing will, at its
option, repair or replace any product that proves to be defective in material or
Important Safety Instructions workmanship. If your product is no longer being manufactured, or is out of
stock, at its option, Altec Lansing may replace your product with a similar or
1. Read these instructions. better Altec Lansing product.
2. Keep these instructions. How To Get Warranty Service: To get a covered product repaired or replaced,
3. Heed all warnings. you must contact Altec Lansing during the warranty period by email
([email protected]). You must include in your email, your name, address,
4. Follow all instructions.
email address, telephone number, date of purchase and a complete description
5. Do not use this apparatus near water — This apparatus shall not be exposed of the problem you are experiencing. In the United States, you may alternatively
to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, contact Altec Lansing by telephone at 1-800-ALTEC88 — please be prepared to
shall be placed on the apparatus. provide the same information. If the problem appears to be related to a defect in
6. Clean only with dry cloth. material or workmanship, Altec Lansing will provide you a return authorization
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the and instructions for return shipment. Return shipments shall be at the customer’s
manufacturer’s instructions. The apparatus should not be situated on a bed, expense, and the return must be accompanied by the original proof of purchase.
sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. The You should insure the shipment as appropriate because you are responsible for
apparatus must not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a closed the product until it arrives at Altec Lansing.
bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation How Will State Law Affect Your Rights?: This warranty gives you specific legal
openings. Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the openings with rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Please
items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. note that in the European Union, you as a consumer might have other legal
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, rights under national legislation of European Union Member States governing
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. the sale of Altec Lansing’s goods. Those rights are not affected by this guarantee.

9. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on The above limited warranties and remedies are sole warranties and remedies
the apparatus. available to purchaser, if, and to the extent, valid and enforceable under the
applicable law.
10. 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 Customer Service
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of The answers to most setup and performance questions can be found in the
the obsolete outlet. Troubleshooting guide. You can also consult the FAQs in the customer support
section of our Web site at www.alteclansing.com. If you live in North America
11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched — particularly and still can’t find the information you need, please call our customer service
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from team for assistance before returning the speakers to your retailer under their
the apparatus. return policy.
12. Do not install in an area which impedes the access to the power plug. Tel: 800-258-3288
Disconnecting the power plug is the only way to completely remove power
to the product and must be readily accessible at all times. Email: [email protected]

13. Power source — Use only power supplies of the type specified in the If you live outside of North America, please visit our website at
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. If a separate power www.alteclansing.com and select your region to locate your country’s distributor.
supply is included with this apparatus, do not substitute with any other For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check our Web site at
power supply — use only manufacturer-provided power supplies. www.alteclansing.com.
14. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time. International Distribution
15. 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 International customers: For information regarding the distribution of Altec
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the Lansing products in your country, please visit www.alteclansing.com and click on
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not your region.
operate normally, or has been dropped. For service, refer to qualified service
personnel, return to the dealer, or call the Altec Lansing service line for
assistance.

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Console Gaming
(Requires the Console Gaming Y-Adapter, which is not included but can be
purchased on our Web site at www.alteclansing.com)
Three-Piece Powered Audio System Most console game systems feature dual-RCA outputs. To connect your speakers,
follow the steps below:
Thank you for purchasing this Altec Lansing product. For generations, Altec 1. Make sure the power to your console gaming system is turned off.
Lansing has been first in audio innovation. Today, our line of powered speakers 2. The Console Gaming Y-Adapter has a lime green 3.5 mm stereo jack on one end
has received more performance awards than any other brand. In all kinds of and two RCA jacks on the other?one red and one white.
environments, in every price range, Altec Lansing offers sound of distinction — 3. Connect the red and white RCA cable that came with your console gaming
giving even the most demanding customers the audio enjoyment they seek. Just system to the matching red and white RCA jacks on the Console Gaming
listen to this! Y-Adapter.
4. Connect the lime green 3.5mm stereo cable (hardwired into the right satellite)
Box Contents to the lime green input on the Console Gaming Y-Adapter.

• Two satellite speakers

Portable Audio Devices (MP3, Portable CD Players, etc.)
• One subwoofer
• Color-coded cables Connect the lime green 3.5mm stereo cable (hardwired into the right satellite) to
the headphone jack on your portable audio device.
• User’s guide
• Quick connect instructions (located on inner-flap of the package)
POWERING ON
Placing Speakers 1. After all other connections are made, plug the AC power cord (on the back of
subwoofer) into a wall outlet. The speaker system is now ready to operate.
Subwoofer 2. Turn on the audio source.
All stereo-encoded information is heard through the satellite speakers. The 3. Turn on the speaker system by turning the VOLUME knob on the right satellite
subwoofer contains no stereo imaging, and its sound is non-directional. As a until you hear a click sound. An LED will light on the front of the right satellite
result, the subwoofer doesn’t have to be placed in any particular relationship to when the power is ON.
the satellites. In addition, the subwoofer can be placed vertically or horizontally. Note: To avoid hearing a popping sound when you turn on your Altec Lansing
However, placing the subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or room corner speaker system, always turn on your audio source first.
provides better bass efficiency and optimum sound.
Note: For your convenience when transporting the subwoofer, or simply to
eliminate excess cabling, the power cord can be wrapped around the cord Volume
management system behind the subwoofer. The VOLUME knob on the right satellite controls the master volume. Turn the
Warning: The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded. As such, it SHOULD be knob clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease the
placed at least 2 feet (0.6m) from TVs, computer monitors, computer hard drives volume.
or any other magnetic media (e.g. floppy disks, Zip disks, computer or audio
tapes, etc.).
Subwoofer Volume
Satellite Speakers The SUB LEVEL knob on the subwoofer controls the volume of the subwoofer.
Turn the knob clockwise to increase the subwoofer volume and counterclockwise
Arrange the satellite speakers to suit your listening tastes — from right next to to decrease the subwoofer volume.
the monitor to as far apart as the speaker cords allow.
For optimum sound, satellite speakers should be placed in a left/right
configuration, preferably apart and at equal distance from the center of the
SFX Technology™
listening area. This will offer the best stereo imaging and provide the most
Sound Field Xpander™ technology allows your speaker system to deliver a wider
satisfying results.
stereo image for bigger sound at the touch of a button. Press the SFX button on
Note: The satellite speakers ARE magnetically shielded and can be placed close to the right satellite to turn it on. Press it again to turn it off.
video displays such as TVs and computer monitors without distorting the image.
Note: This feature does not work when using headphones.

Making Connections
Headphones
Warning: Do not insert the speaker system’s power plug into a wall outlet until
To use headphones with the system, plug them into the labeled jack on the
all connections are made. Also, turn off audio source (i.e., your PC, MP3 player,
right satellite. When headphones are connected, the speaker system is muted.
Sony PlayStation, etc.) before connecting the outputs to the speaker system’s
inputs.
To ensure first-time operation as expected, please carefully follow the connection Auxiliary Input
sequences described below in the order indicated.
This auxiliary or secondary input is located on the front of the right satellite. Use
it to connect any additional stereo audio source that has a line-out jack or a
Speaker System 3.5mm headphone jack, such as an MP3 player, a CD player, or a laptop. A line-
The satellites are connected together. To set-up the speaker system, insert the out jack will ensure that the output is not amplified. Check the owner’s manual
DIN connector (hardwired into the right satellite) into the input marked RIGHT for your audio device for more information.
SPEAKER on the rear of the subwoofer. If the audio source features a 3.5mm headphone jack, follow the steps below:
Notice that the DIN plug has an arrow. For easy insertion of the DIN connector, • Set the volume on the audio source at mid-level.
the arrow on the connector must face up. • Set the volume on the speaker system at minimum level and adjust upward to a
comfortable listening level.
Inputs If the audio source features red and white RCA jacks, you will need a cable that
has RCA plugs on one end and a 3.5 mm stereo male plug on the other. This type
Various connection schemes between your audio source and the speaker system
of cable may be purchased at most electronics stores.
are available. Determine if you’ll be setting up the speaker system for PC
audio/PC gaming, DVD playback, console gaming or with portable audio devices
(such as MP3 or portable CD players), then skip to the appropriate section.

PC Audio/PC Gaming/DVD Playback

All PC sound cards have audio outputs. Typically, the outputs will be marked as
“front output” and “rear output.” In some cases, slightly different terminology
may be used. The sound card’s documentation should help you determine which
outputs to use with your speaker system.
Connect the lime green 3.5mm stereo cable (hardwired into the right satellite) to
the lime green input labeled “FRONT” on your sound card.
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 System Specifications*

Altec Lansing’s superior sound comes from our patented Dynamic EQ technology, which utilizes custom-built, high-fidelity drivers, state-of-the-art equalization circuitry,
and a harmonious mix of the following specifications:

Sound Pressure Level (SPL): 99 dB System Response: 35 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)

Total Continuous Power: 28 Watts RMS Signal to Noise Ratio
• Front Speakers: 6 Watts/channel @ 4 ohms @ 1 kHz input: > 75 dB
@ 10% THD @ 150 Hz – 20 kHz Drivers (per satellite): One 2" full-range driver
2 Channels Loaded Subwoofer: One 5.25" woofer
• Subwoofer: 16 Watts @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 30 – 150 Hz
Single Channel Loaded

*Power rating conforms to FTC Amplifier Rule #16 C.F.R. Part 432.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Problem Solution

No LEDs are lit. Power isn’t turned on. Turn the VOLUME knob on the right speaker until you hear a click sound. An
LED will light next to the knob when the power is ON.

AC power cord isn’t connected to the wall outlet. Check to see if the “Power On” LED is illuminated on the right satellite. If not,
connect AC power.

Surge protector (if used) isn’t powered on. If the AC power cord is plugged into a surge protector, make sure the surge
protector is switched on.

Wall outlet not functioning. Plug another device into the wall outlet (same jack) to verify the wall outlet
is working.

No sound Power isn’t turned on. Verify the AC power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.
from one or
more speakers. Turn the VOLUME knob on the right speaker until you hear a click sound. An
LED will light next to the knob when the power is ON.

Volume is set too low. Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to raise the volume.

Check volume level on the computer sound card or alternate audio source
device, and set at mid-level.

3.5mm stereo cable isn’t connected to audio source. Check plug connections on the audio source. Make sure the signal cables are
inserted firmly into the correct jacks.

3.5mm stereo cable is connected to wrong output on Make sure the 3.5mm stereo cable is connected and fully inserted into the
audio source. “line-out,” “audio-out,” or the headphone jack of the audio source.

Problem with audio source device. Test the speakers on another audio device. Remove the 3.5mm stereo cable
from the audio source device and connect it to “line-out,” “audio-out,” or the
headphone jack of another audio source.

Crackling sound Bad connection. Check all cables. Make sure they are connected to “line-out” or “audio-out”
from speakers. jack on your sound card or other audio source — NOT “speaker-out.”

Volume level in computer operating system is set Check the computer operating system volume level and decrease it if necessary.
too high.

A problem with your audio source device. Unplug the stereo cable from the audio source. Then plug it into the
headphone jack of an alternate audio source (e.g., Walkman, Discman or
FM radio).

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 Symptom Possible Problem Solution
Sound is Volume level set too high. Turn the VOLUME knob counterclockwise to lower the volume.
distorted.
Computer operating system volume level is set Adjust the computer operating system volume and balance levels to the
too high. center as a starting point, then adjust the level on the speaker using the
volume control.

Sound source is distorted. WAV files are often of poor quality. So distortion and noise are easily noticed
with high-powered speakers. Try a different sound source such as a music CD.

Radio Too close to a radio tower. Move your speakers until the interference goes away.
interference.

No sound Bad connection. Check to make sure that all cables are connected properly and are making a
from subwoofer. clear connection.

Sound source has little low-frequency content. Many .WAV and .MID files often have little low-frequency content and
sound flat when you listen to them on a computer. Try a song with more
bass — something from your CD collection.

Subwoofer volume is too low. Turn the SUB LEVEL knob clockwise to raise the subwoofer volume.

Low hum The AC in your house is at 60 cycles per second, which is Some low hum may be detected when your speaker system is powered on
from subwoofer. within the audio frequency of the subwoofer. without an audio source playing, or when the volume is set at an extremely
low level.

Loud hum Bad connection. Unplug the AC power cord from the surge protector (if used), and plug directly
from subwoofer. into an AC wall outlet.

Move your cables. Check to ensure they are making a clear connection.

Volume on your audio source device is set too high. Disconnect your 3.5mm stereo cable from the audio source. If the loud hum
goes away, lower the volume on the audio source.

Lower the volume or bass level on your computer, portable device, etc.

Subwoofer volume is too high. Turn the SUB LEVEL knob counterclockwise to lower the subwoofer volume.

Distorted monitor. Subwoofer too close to monitor. Because the subwoofer is not magnetically shielded, it can cause distortion if
it’s too close to your monitor. Move the subwoofer so it’s at least 2 feet from
your monitor.

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 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. • Cet appareillage digital de Classe B est conforme au ICES-003 canadien.

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