Acoustic Research AW828 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 withmost audio sources, such as A/V receivers/amps, stereos, computers, TVs, DVD players, andportable devices (CD players, cassette players, MP3s etc.). And the removable planter includedwith this speaker lets you put your favorite plant right where you hear your favorite music,with special channels the keep the water from the planter away from the speaker.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).• To avoid electrical shock, use this product with caution near water sources if powered with the AC adapter. Neversubmerge in water.Tour of the Speaker SystemSpeaker/Removable PlanterRemovable planter holds potted plants or otherdecorative items, either in a separate pot or in theplanter itself. Remove it during speaker setup and seethe planter instructions on the other side of this sheetBattery Compartment Cover remove to install 6 AAbatteries.Front PanelPlanterTransmitterFront PanelPOWER indicator lights blue when audio ispresent and the transmitter is broadcastingBack PanelCHANNEL 1 2 3 lets you find the besttransmission frequency for your environmentDC INPUT jack receives the small round endof the included 12V 100mA AC power adapterIncludedAccessoriesNote: These power unitsshould be plugged in sothat they stay vertical orlie flat.Setting up the Speaker SystemPowering the TransmitterConnect the small, round plug from thetransmitter AC power adapter to thetransmitter’s DC INPUT jack. Plug the other endof the transmitter AC power adapter into anystandard 120V AC wall outlet.Note: Be sure to use the AC power adapterrated 12V DC 200 mA (it has the smallerdiameter plug).Transmitter(back panel)120V ACwall outletAC PowerAdapterConnecting to an Audio SourceConnecting to an MP3 player, CD player, or computerPlug the transmitter’s built-in AUDIO INPUT cable intoheadphone output of your MP3 player or CD player (oraudio output jack on your computer).Warning: This product is designed to work withline level outputs or headphone outputs only. DONOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it willpermanently damage the transmitter.Powering the SpeakerThere are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter orusing 6 AA batteries (not included).AC Power AdaptersConnecting to an A/V Receiver1. Plug the transmitter’s built-in AUDIO INPUT cableinto a mini-jack to RCA adapter (not included).2. Connect the stereo plugs on the mini-jack to RCAadapter to the corresponding left and right audiooutputs of your A/V receiver, amp, or other audiosource.Model AW828Installation and Operation ManualWirelessIndoor/Outdoor SpeakerWith PlanterTransmitter AC/DC 12V100mA adapterNote: There is no transmitter ON/OFF switch. The transmitter is designed to be left pluggedin and powered at all times. If you will not be using the AW828 for an extended period of time,unplug the transmitter AC power adapter.AudiosourceTransmitter(back panel)A/V ReceiverAudio OutputTransmitter(back panel)Mini-jack to RCAadapter (not included)ANALOG INPUT cable (built in) connects to your sound source using one of theconnection options shown hereSpeakerBatterycompartmentcoverON/OFF/TUNE button turns the speaker on and off (push and hold), and tunes thespeaker to the transmitter if you are having problems linking (push).POWER indicator turns red when the speaker is first turned on; it turns blue when thespeaker is tuned to the transmitter.– VOLUME + adjusts the speaker’s volume.Back PanelBack panel door keeps the back panel safe from theelements when not in use; pull up on the tab on the rightside of the door to access the back panel.DC IN jack receives the small round end of the included12V 600mA AC power adapter.Back panel doorL/Mono/R switch determines if the speaker plays sound in mono as a stand-alone speaker,or plays the left or right track in a stereo pair with an additional AR wireless speakerSpeaker AC/DC 12V600mA adapterAC poweradapter120V ACwall outletBack of the speaker1. Insert the small, round plug from the speaker ACpower adapter into the DC IN jack on the back of thespeaker.2. Plug the other end of the speaker AC power adapterinto any standard 120V AC wall outlet.Note: Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapterrated 12V DC 600 mA.Installing Batteries in the Speaker1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the top of the speaker.2. Insert six (6) AA batteries (not included) into the speaker following the polarity (”+” and “-”)as diagrammed inside the battery compartment.3. Replace the battery compartment cover on the top of the speaker.Note: Keep the door covering the speaker back panel closed when using batteries.DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkalinebattery). DO NOT mix new and used batteries. DO NOT leave batteries installed in the productwhen not in use for long periods. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycleor dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations.Warning: This product is water-resistant, not waterproof. Avoidprolonged exposure to wet environments, such as rain, mist, dew, etc. Inother words, you can take it out, just don’t leave it out. If you plan to usethe speaker in a humid or wet environment, we recommend powering it withbatteries instead of with the power adapter.

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