Troubleshooting; Protecting Your Investment - PSB ALPHA AM5 Owner's Manual

Positioning
I. As symmetrically as possible, place your Alpha AM5 Powered Speakers at a comfortable listening location with no obstructions at the
front or back.
II. We recommend at least three inches of clearance around the back of both speakers. Good air circulation is required for heat
dissipation, and to ensure proper performance of the rear-firing ports. Similar positioning and clearance should be used for both
speakers.
For more detailed information about speaker placement, please visit www.psbspeakers.com.

Troubleshooting

Issue
Audible Distortion
Low or No Volume Output
No Sound from Right Speaker

Protecting your Investment

For long lasting enjoyment of your PSB product, you should respect their limits and avoid excessive volume levels for music or movie
playback. Excessive volume levels can damage all types of speakers. If your speakers are pushed to excessive volume levels, they could be
driven into "clipping", which may result in severe and/or permanent damage.
If listening to your speakers at loud levels, listen carefully for any signs of harsh, distorted midrange and diminishing precision. If detected,
turn the volume down immediately.
NEVER TEST PEAK LISTENING LEVELS OF YOUR SPEAKERS BY TURNING THE VOLUME TO THE MAXIMUM LEVEL.
Care and Cleaning
For safe, sanitary use, it is essential to maintain and clean your speakers periodically. However, excessive cleaning may cause damage
and jeopardize the longevity of the product. When not in use, avoid storing in extreme hot or cold temperatures and humidity, and avoid
exposure to liquids.
Packaging
We highly recommend retaining all product packaging for any necessary transporting. To transport, carefully place the speakers into their
original packaging and close each panel.
Cabinet Care
PSB cabinets have varying materials and finishes, including wood veneers, vinyl, anodized aluminum, and high gloss, and should be treated
with the same care you would with similar finishes such as on furniture. Dust lightly with a soft cloth, avoiding abrasive materials that will
cause permanent damage to the cabinet. If necessary, wipe carefully with a cloth slightly dampened with water-based cleaner to remove
heavy soil.
Drivers and Port Care
During light cleaning, avoid touching speaker diaphragms as it could cause permanent damage to the tweeter and/or drivers. To clean the
driver ports, we suggest using a lint-free cloth.
I. If a speaker begins to sound distorted or fatigued, check to see whether playing at a lower
volume resolves this issue.
I. If there is low or no volume output, check that the audio source is powered "ON", and that
the audio is set to a medium volume level and not muted.
II. If audio source is indeed powered "ON", check and ensure that the cable connection to the
audio source is properly secured, or try a different cable.
I. If there is volume output from only the left channel, check that the cable connection is properly
secured, and connected to the corresponding output jacks on both speakers.