Symetrix SymNet Audio Matrix ARC-PS Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide
ARC-PS™
(Adaptive Remote
Control - Power Supply)
Before You Begin

What Ships in the Box

R An ARC-PS hardware device.
R One PS-5 switching power supply
which provides 15 volts DC @
amperes. NOTE: The PS-5 will accept
a 100-240V AC input. A power cable
for domestic use is supplied for
the PS-5. Export customers should
supply the appropriate substitute
cable for their locale.
R This Quick Start Guide.
R An RJ-45 Incompatibility Warning sheet.

What You Need to Provide

R A Windows PC with 300MHz or higher
Pentium and:
• WIN 98SE, ME, 2000 or XP.
• 10-15 MB free storage space.
• 1024x768 graphics capability.
• 16-bit or higher colors.
• CD-ROM drive or Internet connection.
• 64MB RAM (WIN 98SE/ME), 128MB
RAM (WIN 2000/XP).
R One or more of the following connec-
tion materials:
• Shielded twisted pair wire to connect
the ARC-PS RS-485 terminal block to
the RS-485 port of a master SymNet
DSP or CobraLink (Ring x, Address 1)
hardware device.
• CAT-5 cables to connect any ARC(s) to
the ARC-PS.

Getting Help

SymNet Designer, the Windows applica-
tion that controls all SymNet hardware,
includes a help module which acts as a
complete user's guide for both hardware
(including the ARC-PS) and software.
A printable copy is also available at
www.symetrixaudio.com.
If you have questions beyond the scope
of the help module, contact our Customer
Support Group in the following ways:
Tel (425) 778-7728
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Monday through Friday,
Pacific Time
Email tech@symetrixaudio.com
Web www.symetrixaudio.com
To download the latest version of SymNet Designer, the Windows application that
Important Safety
Instructions.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
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3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation open-
ings. Install only in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electri-
cian for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by
the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus com-
bination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during light-
ning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug cord is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
controls all SymNet hardware, go to: www.symetrixaudio.com
WARNING:
AVIS:
SEE OWNERS MANUAL. VOIR CAHIER D'INSTRUCTIONS.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Il ne se trouve a l'interieur aucune piece pourvant entre reparée l'usager.
S'adresser a un reparateur compétent.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user of the pres-
ence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons. The
exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product
(i.e. this Quick Start Guide).
CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION
do not use the polarized plug supplied
with the unit with any extension cord,
receptacle, or other outlet unless the
prongs can be fully inserted.
Power Source.
ware uses a switching power supply that
automatically adjusts to the applied volt-
age. Ensure that your AC mains voltage
is somewhere between 100-240 VAC,
50-60 Hz. Use only the power cord and
connector specified for the product and
your operating locale.
User Serviceable Parts.
are no user serviceable parts inside the
SymNet™ ARC-PS. In case of failure,
customers inside the U.S. should refer
all servicing to the Symetrix factory.
Customers outside the U.S. should
refer all servicing to an authorized
Symetrix distributor. Distributor con-
tact information is available online at
www.symetrixaudio.com.
SymNet
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Audio Matrix
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
To prevent electric shock, To prevent electric shock,
The ARC-PS hard-
There