Turning Off; Troubleshooting - Acoustic Research AWS53 Installation And Operation Manual

Using the Speaker System
Adjusting the Speaker
If you're using a direct connection to your audio source (via audio cable), all you need to do
is start playback on your audio source‚ you should start hearing sound from the speaker.
IMPORTANT:
The indicator light on the front of the speaker indicates the status of the
wireless connection only. If you're not using the transmitter (or if you're out of range of the
2. Adjust the volume on the speaker as desired.
Note:
Make sure your audio source is turned up at least to 75% of full volume (but not so
loud that the sound becomes distorted).
3. If you're using the wireless transmitter, set up the speaker for mono or stereo operation
using the switch on the bottom of the AWS53 speaker.
a) Monaural operation: The monaural mode (mono) is recommended when using a single
AWS53 by itself. For monaural operation, set the L/M/R switch to "M" on each speaker.
b) Stereo operation: You need an additional
L/M/R switch to "L" on the speaker located to the left from the listener, and set the other
speaker to the "R" position.
Notes:
The speaker automatically retunes if it loses the transmitter's signal. You can also press the
AutoScan button on the back 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,
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
Turning the Speaker Off
1. Press Power button on the back of the speaker to turn the speaker off.
panel is no longer illuminated.
1. Press the Power button on the back of the speaker to
turn it on.
If you're using the wireless transmitter, the indicator
light on the front of the speaker blinks while the
speaker is tuning to the transmitter. This indicator
light turns solid blue when the speaker is tuned to
the transmitter--you should hear sound coming from
the speaker now.
Note:
If the speaker is not tuned or if the
transmitter is not connected properly, the indicator
light will continue blinking. If this occurs, please see
the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
AWS53 speaker for the stereo option. Set the
More Helpful Information
About Fixed-Level Audio Outputs
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
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
recommended.

Troubleshooting

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
input jack.
the indicator light on the front of the speaker should be solid blue (not blinking).
transmitter) are fully inserted into their wall outlets and the adapter power cords are
or
correct polarity (+, –).
transmitting sound as it normally should.
output, check that you have pressed the Tape Monitor/Tape 2 button on the front of
the receiver. This will turn on the Tape 2 outputs, which may not have been active.
Issue: Cause and solution:
No sound/
distortion/ necessary.
static
source is connected to the transmitter
frequency. Then press the AutoScan button on the speaker's back panel to make the
speaker retune.
as possible. Avoid placing the transmitter directly on top of or behind a TV.
certain materials, such as glass, tile, and metal, can decrease the effective
transmitting distance of the system.
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