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IMPORTANT The lightning flash with arrowhead, within TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SUBWOOF- the user of the presence of uninsulated ER’S COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE “dangerous voltage” within a product’s en- PARTS INSIDE.
This plug will fit into pod, bracket, or table recommended by the power outlet only one way. This is a Cambridge SoundWorks, or sold with the safety feature. If you are unable to insert product. Any mounting of the satellites or...
Contents PCWorks by Henry Kloss Safety Precautions ... i, ii ™ Thank You ... 1 Inspecting For Damage ... 2 Getting Started ... 2 Satellite Cube Connections ... 3 Program Source Connections ... 4 Connecting Music Sources ... 5 Mounting The Volume Control ... 5 Power Connections ...
PCWorks by Henry Kloss. We think you will find its sound quality astonishing considering its very small size. At Cambridge SoundWorks, we started with the assumption that computer users care no less about In Canada: 1-800-525-4434 sound quality than music lovers. We...
Inspecting For Damage Examine each speaker unit carefully All the items shown in the for shipping damage. If there is any, illustration below should be included do not install or use the system. For with your system. If anything is advice, call the store where you made missing, notify your retailer.
Solo voices, which should appear to come from a point be- tween the two cubes, will sound “split” between them. Subwoofer Control Panel BASS LEVEL CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS AUDIO INPUT SPEAKERS 12V DC IN POWER ON/OFF...
“RCA style” outputs instead of a stereo mini- jack. If so, you will need a “Y” conversion adapter (visit your store or call Cambridge SoundWorks at 1-800-FOR-HIFI). If the program source has its own level control, set it at least...
Be sure that the mounting surface, such as the computer monitor or your desktop, is smooth and clean. Remove protective paper from one side to reveal adhesive. CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS SPEAKERS Remove remaining paper strip. F R O R C E...
PC Works Subwoofer Control Panel BASS LEVEL AUDIO INPUT 12V DC IN POWER ON/OFF PCWorks can operate from 12V DC sources such as a cars’ electrical system USE ONLY A C1P43012 CAR ADAPTER FROM CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS SPEAKERS...
Attaching The Stands For most applications, the cube speakers should be attached to their desktop stands. Install each stand by inserting it into the “T” shaped socket in the back of each satellite. Make sure to feed the wire through the cut-out in the top of the stand’s back panel.
Playback Levels Controlling Background Noise and Distortion The PC Works has high input PCWorks is intended for individual sensitivity, so it will work well or small group listening and will with low signal output program achieve surprisingly high output sources (like some TVs or comput- levels.
PCWorks With A Computer Install the stands in the cubes and place them to either side of the monitor, aimed straight ahead. The cubes are magnetically shielded Place the subwoofer on the floor under your desk or workstation, back against the wall. Do not place it up on the work surface or a shelf, which could result in disappointing bass performance (see text to the right).
PCWorks As A Music System Place the subwoofer on the floor against a wall (surfaces that acoustically support the bass). Placing it out from the wall and/or up on a shelf could result in disappointing bass performance (see text). • Have a clear line of sight from your listening position to the cubes.
PCWorks With A TV Set The cubes are magnetically shielded, and so can be placed close to your TV if necessary. Placing them too far apart can keep dialogue from sounding like it’s coming from the screen. (Wall-mounting instructions are on page 13). Place the subwoofer on the floor against a wall (surfaces that acoustically support the bass).
Using PCWorks Outside The Home PCWorks will operate properly designed for interior use. Do not from the nominal 12 Volt electri- expose it to rain or prolonged cal systems in automobiles, direct sunlight. Do not leave recreational vehicles and boats. PCWorks outdoors during any PCWorks will provide satisfying kind of inclement weather nor...
“hook and loop” fas- tener squares. Wiring Diagram Subwoofer/Amplifier AMBRIDGE AMBRIDGE AMBRIDGE OUND OUND ORKS ORKS OUND ORKS BASS LEVEL CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS AUDIO INPUT SPEAKERS 12V DC IN POWER ON/OFF Red Band AC-to-DC Power Adapter FROM SOURCE OUND ORKS Volume Control...
Technical Support Inside U.S.A., Canada and Latin America Creative Labs Inc. Technical Support If you need technical assistance, call 405-742-6622. Technical support is available seven days a week from 8:00 am to midnight, Central time. You can get the latest program and driver updates from Creative Labs’...
Important Playback Levels PCWorks is intended for individual or small group listening and will achieve surprisingly high output levels. However, playing the system continuously at overly loud, distorted levels on heavy bass program material may cause its internal fuse to blow. The fuse can be replaced only by a qualified representative.
In no event shall Cambridge ™ PC Works and PC Works by Henry Kloss are trademarks of Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. ® Ensemble and Cambridge SoundWorks are registered trademarks of Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. ® Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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