Sony SRS-PC45 Operating Instructions

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Active Speaker
System
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Manual de instrucciones
(dorso)
Antes de utilizar la unidad, lea este manual
detenidamente y consérvelo para futuras referencias.
SRS-PC45
Sony Corporation © 1997 Printed in Philippines
English
Owner's Record
WARNING
The model number is located on the front of the unit
and the serial number is located inside the battery
compartment. Record the serial number in the space
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.SRS-PC45
Serial No.___________________
Features
The Sony SRS-PC45 is a compact-size speaker system
with a built-in power amplifier. This system can be
connected to a personal computer, Discman,
WALKMAN* headphone stereo, etc.
• The SURROUND function enables you to
reproduce a wide sound field.
This symbol is intended to alert the • The magnetically shielded speakers should have
little effect on a TV screen or recorded tapes, etc.
user to the presence of uninsulated
when placed close to them.
"dangerous voltage" within the
• IBB (Intelligent Bass Boost) circuit enables you to
product's enclosure that may be of
obtain powerful bass, regardless of the sound
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
volume.
risk of electric shock to persons.
• Power output of 5 W + 5 W
• The "dynamic sound duct" assures a rich and
This symbol is intended to alert the
powerful bass.
user to the presence of important
• The dual-input system enables you to connect two
operating and maintenance
audio systems to the SRS-PC45 at the same time.
(servicing) instructions in the
• AUDIO OUT jack enables you to connect an
literature accompanying the
additional sub woofer etc. to the SRS-PC45.
appliance.
* WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony
Corporation.
Precautions
• Operate the system only on 9 V DC when using wavy lines on the screen). It is not an influence of
batteries. magnetism. Decrease the volume of the speakers or
For AC operation, use only the supplied AC power move them away from computer screen.
adaptor. Do not use any other AC power adaptor. • If your computer does not have sound capabilities,
• After operating the system with the AC power you will need to purchase an after-market sound
adaptor, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the card. For more information, refer to the manual of
wall outlet if the system is not to be used for an the sound card.
extended period of time. The POWER switch on
If the TV picture or monitor display is
the system does not turn the AC power adaptor off.
magnetically distorted
• If the system is not to be used for a long period of
time or is to be operated extensively on AC power, Although this system is magnetically shielded, there
remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by may be cases that the picture on some TV sets/
battery leakage and corrosion. personal computer sets may become magnetically
• Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to distorted. In such a case, turn off the power of the TV
qualified personnel only. set/personal computer set once, and after 15 to 30
• Do not leave the system in a location near heat minutes turn it on again. For the personal computer
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, set, take the appropriate measures such as data
excessive dust, moisture, rain or mechanical shock. storage before turning it off.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the When there seems to be no improvement, locate
system, remove the batteries and have the system
the system further away from the TV set/personal
checked by qualified personnel before operating it
computer set. Furthermore, be sure not to place
any further.
objects in which magnets are attached or used near
• Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the
the TV set/personal computer set, such as audio
cabinet.
racks, TV stands, toys etc. These may cause magnetic
• Although this system is magnetically shielded, do
distortion to the picture due to their interaction with
not leave recorded tapes, watches, personal credit
the system.
cards or floppy disks using magnetic coding in
If you have any questions or problems concerning
front of the system for an extended period of time.
your system that are not covered in this manual,
• Sound pressure or oscillation from the speakers
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
may cause moire (an interference pattern of dark
Specifications
Amplifier section
Power output 5 W + 5 W, <10 % T.H.D., 500 – 1 kHz,
4 ohms (when using the AC power
Output
adaptor) Battery life (at 5 mW + 5 mW output)
Input impedance 4.7 kilohms (at 1 kHz)
Speaker section
System Full-range bass reflex type
Speaker unit Full-range (magnetically shielded):
Dimensions
ø 65 mm (2 5 / in.)
8
Nominal impedance
Mass
4 ohms
Rated input power
8 W
General
Supplied accessory
Power requirement
DC 15 V: supplied AC power adaptor
Optional accessories
DC 9 V: six size AA (R6) batteries (left
speaker only)
Inputs Left speaker: Input cord (2 m) with
stereo mini plug
(INPUT 1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
Stereo mini jack
notice.
(INPUT 2)
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Power Sources
Using on house current
Left speaker (Rear)
to DC IN 15 V jack
When you use the AC power adaptor, the AC power
adaptor plug should not be facing down, as this
could cause speaker noise and possibly damage the
cord.
When the AC power adaptor is connected to the
system, internal batteries are automatically
disconnected.
Battery installation
1
Battery replacement
When the batteries are weak, the POWER indicator
will start flickering and become faint, or the playback
sound will be distorted or unstable.
In such a case, replace all the batteries with new ones.
For battery life, see "Specifications".
Connections
Right speaker (Rear)
to R OUT jack of the
left speaker
Connect the left speaker to the source equipment.
When the system is connected to a monaural jack of a
radio, etc., the sound may only come through the left
speaker. In such a case, use the optional Sony plug
adaptor PC-236HG.
The sound will come through both speakers.
Connecting to a Discman, Walkman, etc.
Right speaker: Input cord (1.5 m) with
monaural mini plug
Stereo mini jack (AUDIO OUT)
Approx. 7 hours with Sony batteries
R6P (SR),
Approx. 17 hours with Sony alkaline
batteries LR6 (SG)
Approx. 95 x 205 x 110 mm (w/h/d)
to a personal computer
(3 3 / x 8 1 / x 4 3 / in.)
4 8 8
Left speaker: Approx. 610 g
(1 lb. 6 oz.) not incl.
batteries
Right speaker: Approx. 500 g
(1 lb. 2 oz.)
Note
When two types of equipment are connected to the
AC power adaptor AC-S1510 (1)
system and are played at the same time, the sound
from both of them will come out of the speakers.
Plug adaptor PC-236HG
When you wish to play only one equipment, make
Connecting cord RK-G138HG,
sure that the other equipment is turned off or its
RK-G136HG, RK-G129HG
Sub woofer SRS-PC3DW volume is turned down.
to a wall outlet
AC power adaptor
(supplied)
Note on the AC power adaptor
Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use
any other AC power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
2
Left speaker
Six size AA (R6) – side
(Rear)
batteries (left
speaker only)
Note
Remove the batteries as illustrated.
Left speaker (Rear)
to an audio
output jack
(stereo mini jack)
Personal
computer
To connect to a stereo phone-type
headphones jack
Use the optional RK-G138HG connecting cord.
Left speaker (rear)
Connecting cord
RK-G136HG (not supplied)
to INPUT 2 to an audio
jack output jack
(stereo mini
to R OUT jack
jack)
of the left
speaker
to INPUT 2 jack
to audio output jacks
(phono jacks)
Connecting cord RK-G129HG
(not supplied)
Connecting to a sub woofer
Left speaker (Rear)
to AUDIO OUT
(stereo mini jack)
to R OUT jack of
the left speaker
to a personal computer
Connect a sub woofer to AUDIO OUT jack (stereo
mini jack). The volume of the connected speaker
system is adjustable with the VOLUME control.
How to Use
Left speaker (Front)
POWER
indicator
1
Press the POWER switch (Ø ON).
The POWER indicator lights up.
2
Adjust the VOLUME control.
3
Press the SURROUND button (Ø ON) to obtain
the surround effect.
As this system has an internal IBB circuit, turn
off the MEGA BASS (WALKMAN, Discman, etc.)
function, which may cause sound distortion.
After listening, press the POWER switch (ø OFF).
The POWER indicator goes off.
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Sub woofer
SRS-PC3DW,
etc.
Right speaker (Front)