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- Page 1 USB Active Speaker System Operating Instructions UZ-US501 © 2004 Sony Corporation 4-252-190-11(1)
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Page 2: Warning
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Aiwa dealer regarding this product. Model No. UZ-US501 Serial No. -
Page 3: Precautions
TV screen. Magnetic objects ... Racks, magnets attached to the doors, health appliances, magnets used for toys, etc. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. -
Page 4: About This Manual
About this manual The instructions in this manual primarily describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. About installing the supplied software “WinDVD,”... - Page 5 Required system for WinDVD When you use “WinDVD,” these condition are required for the following environments. Before installing “WinDVD,” be sure the minimum required system and hardware exists. Computer IBM PC/AT or Compatible • CPU: Pentium Intel Pentium III 500MHz or higher (Pentium III 700 MHz or higher is recommended) •...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents WARNING ... 2 Precautions ... 3 About this manual ... 4 Required system equipment ... 4 Getting Started ... 7 Unpacking ... 7 Inserting batteries into the remote ... 7 Hookup ... 8 Speaker Setup ... 11 Listening to connected equipment ... -
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Unpacking Check that you have the following items: • Subwoofer (1) • Satellite speakers Front/Center (Dual Center) (2) Surround (2) • USB cable 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) (1) • Remote commander (remote) RM-Z7S101 • CD-ROM WinDVD (1) • Operating Instructions (this book) (1) Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the system using the... -
Page 8: Hookup
Hookup Preparation 1: Connecting the satellite speakers Before connecting, make sure that the subwoofer is turned off and the power cord unplugged. Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer. The speaker plugs and each terminal of the subwoofer are colour-coded. Connect the speaker cables to their matching colour-coded terminals. - Page 9 Connection To USB port Speaker cords Center (R) Front (R) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Front /Center speaker (R) Speaker cord Surround speaker (R) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) To USB port USB cable (supplied) Subwoofer (this system) ANALOG IN SPEAKER...
- Page 10 B When connecting to other components This system can be connected to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD player, and analog components such as a TV or VCR. See also the operating instructions of the equipment you want to connect. Connecting to a digital audio/video component Connect the component to the OPTICAL IN jack.
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Page 11: Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup Positioning the speakers The satellite speakers are designed so that the left speaker should be set only on the left side and the right speaker should be set only on the right side, therefore make sure which is which when setting up. Each satellite (Front/Center) speaker is dual center type, with built-in center speaker. - Page 12 Speaker installation For best performance, we recommend speaker placement as shown. Installation image when connecting computer Front/Center speaker (R) Front/Center speaker (L) Subwoofer (the System) Installation image when connecting audio equipment Front/Center speaker (R) Front/Center speaker (L) Subwoofer Surround speaker (L) Specifying the speaker parameters For the best possible surround sound, specify the distance of the speakers from...
- Page 13 While pressing SHIFT, set the parameter using SELECT C/c. Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to set other parameters. If you do not operate the remote for a few seconds, the parameter turns off and is stored in the system. Parameters The following are the parameters.
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Page 14: Listening To Connected Equipment
Listening to connected equipment Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the volume of all the speakers together You can adjust the volume of all the speakers together. MUTING When connecting the subwoofer to a computer with the USB cable, the volume of the computer should be set to maximum. -
Page 15: Selecting The Sound Field
To adjust the center speaker Press CENTER +/–. To adjust the Surround speakers Press SURR +/–. To adjust the subwoofer Press WOOFER +/–. The test tone will make it easier to hear the difference in the volume level of each speaker. While pressing SHIFT, press MUTING/TEST TONE. - Page 16 About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital Cinema Sound”...
- Page 17 Features of each sound field mode Sound field mode AUTO FORMAT DECODE DPLII MOVIE/MUSIC (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie/Music) CINEMA STUDIO EX A CINEMA STUDIO EX B CINEMA STUDIO EX C HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE CONCERT GAME 2CH STEREO HEADPHONE THEATER Effect Automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, or standard...
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Page 18: Adjusting The Tone Quality
Adjusting the tone quality Making the low-level sound (DOLBY DRC*) When you listen at low volume, the system compresses the dynamic range and finely adjusts for low-level sound. It is only functional when a DVD disc for DRC (audio DRC) is played. To use this function, connect your computer with the USB cable or the DVD component with the optical digital cable and set the Dolby digital sound... - Page 19 To activate the auto power on/off function S-MODE SHIFT While pressing SHIFT, press S-MODE repeatedly until APC (Auto Power Control) appears in the display. While pressing SHIFT, select ON using SELECT C/c. Select OFF, to turn off the auto power on/off function.
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Page 20: Listening To 5.1Ch Via A Connected Computer
Listening to 5.1ch via a connected computer Installation and setting for “WinDVD” You can enjoy 5.1 channel sound on this system when you install the supplied application software “WinDVD” on your computer. Follow the procedure to install and output setting for “WinDVD.” For using “WinDVD,”... - Page 21 Select the “Audio” tag. Select the “Digital (S/PDIF) out to External Processor,” click “Apply” and then click “OK”. Notes • The number of channel your computer outputs using “WinDVD” vary depends on the disc. • Before using “WinDVD,” quit all sound-related applications.
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Page 22: Additional Information
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. Power The power is not turned on. , Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely. - Page 23 No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers. , Make sure a proper sound field function is selected (page 15). , Adjust the speaker volume (page 14). The remote does not function. , Remove any obstacles between the remote and the system.
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Page 24: Specifications
Specifications For the U.S.A. model AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohms loads subwoofer driven, from 20 - 200 Hz; rated 20 watts minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. -
Page 25: Index To Parts And Controls
Index to Parts and Controls Subwoofer (Front Panel) 1 HEADPHONE jack Connect headphones here. 2 AUTO POWER indicator When the system is in the AUTO POWER ON mode, the indicator lights up green. 3 ?/1 (POWER) indicator When turned on, lights up green. When turned off, lights up red (STAND- BY MODE). - Page 26 Subwoofer (Rear Panel) 1 ANALOG IN (L/R) jacks Connect to the audio output of a TV, VCR, etc. 2 USB jack Connect to the computer. Display L.F.E. 1 Lights up when DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology is activated. 2 Displays the current sound format. 3 Displays the volume level, sound field, etc.
- Page 27 Remote MUTING TEST TONE INPUT S-MODE VOLUME SET UP SELECT SHIFT SELECT SURR CENTER WOOFER 1 MUTING, TEST TONE Mutes the sound. Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will sound the test tone. 2 S-MODE, SET UP Selects the sound field mode. Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will select the system menu.
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