User manual ALTEC LANSING ACS45.1

[. . . ] Retain Instructions -- The operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warning -- All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions -- All operating and use instructions should be followed. [. . . ] Two audio inputs (1) and (2) allow mixing of computer audio signals with other sources of sound. A patented control circuit automatically boosts bass at low volume to maintain musical sound "realism. " Electronic up/down controls adjust system volume. The subwoofer has a separate volume control for blending the subwoofer level with the satellites to the listeners 3 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 2 preference. The unit is turned on/off by pressing both the up/down volume controls. The satellite speakers have a detachable base that allows the speakers to be angled upwards if desired for better directivity of sound. The satellites are magnetically shielded to prevent distortion of monitor images. Please note, that the subwoofer is NOT magnetically shielded and should not be placed in close proximity to the monitor. When the ACS45. 1 is not used with a Multimedia Computer, it can serve as an amplified speaker system for CD players, cassette players and various video/audio sources with excellent results. the up/down volume controls simultaneously. Volume is controlled electronically by the use of two push buttons located on the top of the satellite. The left push button with the arrow pointing towards the front lowers volume and the right push button raises volume. With the subwoofer in the desired location, the volume control is used to mix the level of the subwoofer with the satellite speakers. Mixing is usually done by playing a wide variety of music and speech and adjusting the control until a natural sound is obtained. One input can be used for the computer output and the other as described in "How to Enhance Presentations with Dialogue. " a wall or corner of a room provides maximum bass efficiency. The subwoofer can be placed below tables, behind couches and on bookshelves, etc. [. . . ] In most instances, removing the vibrating object cures the problem. Specifications ACS45. 1 DRIVERS (satellites) One 3 inch shielded full range One 6. 5 inch long throw woofer 35Hz ­ 20kHz 6 Watts per Satellite (12 Watts Total) 20 Watts 10k Ohms (Inputs 1 and 2) DRIVERS (subwoofer) FREQUENCY RESPONSE SATELLITE POWER SUBWOOFER POWER INPUT IMPEDANCE Power Requirements USA/CANADA MODEL 120 Volts 60Hz AC EUROPEAN/BRITISH MODEL* 230 Volts 50Hz AC (Harmonized Standard) JAPANESE MODEL 100 Volts 50/60Hz AC 6 7 One Year Limited Warranty Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end user that all of its computer speaker systems are free from defects in material and workmanship in the course of normal and reasonable use for a term of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is the exclusive and only warranty in effect relative to Altec Lansing computer speaker systems and any other warranties, either expressed or implied, are invalid. [. . . ]