System Specifications; Troubleshooting; Loudness; Reset - Altec Lansing FX4021 User Manual

Loudness

The loudness function contours the high and low frequencies to maximize the
perceived audio. Press the "LOUDNESS" button on the control pod or "LOUD"
button on the wireless remote to turn it on. Press either button again to turn
it off.
SFX Technology™
Sound Field Xpander™ technology allows your speaker system to deliver a wider
stereo image for bigger sound at the touch of a button. Press the "SFX" button
on the control pod or wireless remote to turn it on. Press it again to turn it off.
Note: This feature does not work when using headphones.
Stand-By/Mute
To mute the speaker system, press the
wireless remote. The LED on the control pod will turn off. To un-mute, perform
either command again.
Note: While in stand-by or mute mode, the system continues to receive power. To
completely shut down the unit unplug the unit from the wall.

System Specifications*

Altec Lansing's superior sound comes from our patented Dynamic EQ technology, which utilizes custom-built, high-fidelity drivers, state-of-the-art equalization circuitry,
and a harmonious mix of the following specifications:
Sound Pressure Level (SPL):
Total Continuous Power:
• Front Speakers:
• Subwoofer:
*Power rating conforms to FTC Amplifier Rule #16 C.F.R. Part 432.

Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Problem
No LEDs are lit. Power isn't turned on.
AC power cord isn't connected to the wall outlet.
Surge protector (if used) isn't powered on.
Wall outlet not functioning.
button located on the control pod or
92 dB
46 Watts RMS
11 Watts/channel @ 4 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 180 Hz – 20 kHz
2 Channels Loaded
24 Watts @ 8 ohms
@ 10% THD @ 32 Hz – 180 Hz
Single Channel Loaded

Reset

The button marked with the word "reset" on the wireless remote restores
volume, bass, treble, loudness and SFX controls to original factory settings.
Pod/MP3 Player Jack
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The iPod or MP3 player jack is located on the side of the control pod. Use it to
connect any audio source that has a stereo 3.5mm plug (i.e. headphone style
plug.)
Caution: Make sure the audio source features a line-out jack. This will ensure that
the output is not amplified. Check the owner's manual for your audio device for
more information.
Headphones
The headphone jack is located on the side of the control pod. Use it to connect
any stereo headphones with a 3.5mm plug.
Note: When headphones are connected, the speaker system is muted.
System Response:
Signal to Noise Ratio
@ 1 kHz input:
Drivers (per satellite):
Subwoofer:
Solution
Turn on the speaker system by pressing the
wireless remote. An LED will light on the control pod when the power is ON.
After all other connections are made, plug the AC power cord (on the back of
subwoofer) into a wall outlet.
If the AC power cord is plugged into a surge protector, make sure the surge
protector is switched on.
Plug another device into the wall outlet (same jack) to verify the wall outlet
is working.
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32 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB)
> 85 dB
One 40mm mid-range driver and
one 18mm high-end tweeter
Two 5.25" long-throw woofers
in isobaric configuration
button on the control pod or