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The Acoustic Research Portable Wireless Speaker with 3.5mm jack lets you enjoy your music anywhere, at home or on the go, with two ways to connect to your music. The 900MHz wireless transmitter gives you 150ft* of room to roam from your audio source, great for outdoor entertaining at home, with crystal-clear wireless audio. The speaker's 3.5mm jack offers a convenient connection option to use anywhere you go—just connect your MP3 player or smartphone to the speaker, and enjoy!
This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions for making the AR Wireless Speaker System a valued part of your lifestyle. If, after having reviewed the instructions, you have any questions, please call toll-free 1-800-732-6866 or visit www.acoustic-research.com.
*Range may vary according to environment.
Speaker
Front Panel
Power indicator blinks when the speaker is fi rst powered on; it turns solid blue when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter
Side Panel
Bass Boost button turns the speaker's bass enhancement on and off
On/Off button turns the speaker on and off
Auto Scan button rescans for the transmitter's signal
Volume +/– buttons adjust the volume level
Bottom Panel
L/M/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 AWS63
DC IN receives the small round end of the included10V 1500mA AC power adapter; remove the protective cover to insert the adapter
AUDIO IN connects directly to your MP3 player, smartphone, or other portable audio device, using the 3.5mm audio in cable provided
Battery Compartment Cover remove to install 6 AA batteries
Transmitter
Top Panel
Signal indicator lights green when the audio is present and the transmitter is broadcasting
Power indicator lights when the transmitter is on
Back Panel
CHANNEL 1 2 3 lets you fi nd the best transmission frequency for your environment
DC IN jack receives the small round end of the included 12V 200mA AC power adapter
AUDIO IN (R / L) connects to your sound source using one of the connection options shown here
Included Accessories
Note: These power units should be plugged in so that they stay vertical or lie fl at.
Powering the Transmitter
Connect the small, round plug from the transmitter AC power adapter to the transmitter's DC IN jack. Plug the other end of the transmitter AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet.
Note: Be sure to use the AC power adapter rated 12V DC 200 mA (it has the smaller diameter plug).
Note: There is no transmitter ON/OFF switch. The transmitter is designed to be left plugged in and powered at all times. If you will not be using the AWS63 for an extended period of time, unplug the transmitter AC power adapter.
Connecting to an Audio Source
Connecting to an MP3 player, smartphone, or other portable audio device
This speaker offers two ways to listen to audio from a portable audio device: using the wireless transmitter or connecting directly to the audio source.
Using the wireless transmitter
Using a direct connection
This product is designed to work with line level outputs or headphone outputs only. DO NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will permanently damage the transmitter.
Connecting to an A/V Receiver
Powering the Speaker
There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or using 6 AA batteries (not included).
AC Power Adapters
Note: Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapter rated 10V DC 1500 mA.
This product is water-resistant, not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure to wet environments, such as rain, mist, dew, etc. In other words, you can take it out, just don't leave it out.
If you plan to use the speaker in a humid or wet environment, we recommend powering it with batteries instead of with the power adapter.
AA Batteries
Note: Place the rubber cap in the speaker power input jack when using batteries.
DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkaline battery). DO NOT mix new and used batteries. DO NOT leave batteries installed in the product when not in use for long periods. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations.
Adjusting the Transmitter
Turn on your audio source (for example, A/V receiver, MP3 player, stereo, etc.) and play music at a normal listening volume.
Note
If the SIGNAL indicator on the transmitter does not turn on, please check the following:
Adjusting the Speaker
Notes:
The speaker automatically retunes if it loses the transmitter's signal. You can also press the AutoScan button on the side of the speaker to retune the speaker at any time.
The transmitter turns off automatically if there is no audio signal present for a prolonged period.
Interference in the form of static and/or distortion can sometimes be heard. If this occurs, confi rm the transmitter/speaker adjustments and indicators. If the problem persists, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
About Fixed-Level Audio Outputs
A fi xed-level, or line-level, audio output is considered ideal since it provides an audio signal unchanged by adjustments to the audio source volume control.
Hint: Fixed-level audio outputs from stereo receivers/amps will typically be designated as Tape (or Record) outputs or DVR/DVD-R audio output connections.
Fixed-level outputs from TVs are usually marked as 'Constant,' 'Fixed,' or 'Select.' If they are not marked as such, they are probably variable outputs (see "About Variable-Level Audio Outputs" on the next page). Outputs from DVD players are almost always fi xed.
Hint: When connecting to the audio outputs of a DVD player, remember that the DVD player must be showing a TV channel for sound to be produced.
About Variable-Level Audio Outputs:
A variable-level output, such as a headphone jack or certain RCA-type outputs, provides an audio signal that changes with the volume level set on the audio source. As the volume of the audio source is adjusted up and down, so is the audio signal strength sent to the transmitter. This can affect the quality of sound generated by the speaker, and may require an adjustment of the volume level of the audio source to produce a signal strong enough for the transmitter.
Hint: On most bookshelf-type or compact stereo systems, inserting a headphone plug into the headphone jack results in automatic cutoff of the regular, or hard-wired speakers.
Hint: Most TVs, regardless of age or price, have variable outputs. If you are unsure which of your TV audio outputs is fi xed, refer to the TV instruction manual. Some TVs have outputs that can switch between variable and fi xed. When given a choice, fi xed is always recommended.
The following troubleshooting guide takes you through some of the more common problems associated with the installation and/or operation of a wireless system. If the problem persists, please call toll-free at 1-800-732-6866 or visit www.acoustic-research.com
Issue: | Cause and solution: |
No sound |
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No sound/ distortion/ static |
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Transmitter
Speaker
*Maximum range; results may vary according to environment.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
Download Acoustic Research AWS63 - Portable Wireless Speaker Manual
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