Please Note: Any discrepancies (either Damaged or Missing items) must be reported to AV Now within 24 hours of receipt. Keep all packaging materials and boxes in new condition in case there is a return issue.
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The suggested layout in Figure 1 is the recommended standard for an AV Now Premium Sound System. Looking down into what will be the ‘front’ of the rack, lay each component on the internal rack rails.
For improved security and a professional look, we always recommend a rack- mount kit for your Wireless Microphone System. • Next, position your Music Player(s): Your AV Now Sound System may contain a CD player, iPod Player or a Bluetooth Receiver. You may mount these players...
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EZ Set-Up Guide AV Now recommends you position your components with few or no spaces between them until you get to the power amp. Leave spaces above the power amp and use your filler panels here, as they will provide natural ventilation for the amp.
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Power Amplifier using the supplied cables. These cables are 5 feet long. Connect the 1/4” plug into the main outputs on the mixer and the 3-prong XLR connectors into the inputs on the amp. AV Now takes care to ship the correct connection cables with each system.
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Powered Speaker Hookup/Settings If you purchased Powered Speakers, (speakers with amplifiers built into them), you’ll need to connect electrical power to each speaker. Typically, AV Now ships ‘Siamese Cables’ with these systems. A ‘Siamese Cable’ provides both electrical power and audio signal to your powered speakers. There are two connectors on each end of these cables.
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“Speakers in corners” can sound great at home but corners are seldom the best place to mount speakers in a Fitness Sound/PA situation. A sound system with a wireless microphone requires proper speaker location to maximize sound quality and reduce feedback. Instructors need to hear them- selves, and participants need clear direction and motivating music with minimal ear strain.
To learn more about wireless microphone feedback and how to avoid it, we recom- mend you read the articles online at avnow.com. Of course, you may always call us for Free Lifetime Technical Support. AV Now, Inc. 100 Pioneer Street, Suite B Santa Cruz, CA 95060 800.491.6874...
EZ Set-Up Guide Figure 1 Basic In Rack Layout Schematic for AV Now Sound Systems Power Module Mixer Wireless Mic Receiver #1 Wireless Mic Receiver #2 Music Player #1 Music Player #2 Drawer Power Amp 16 Space Rack with Wheels Please note: This is a basic set-up, your actual system configuration may vary depending on the items purchased.
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EZ Set-Up Guide Figure 2 Basic AC Power Layout Schematic for AV Now Sound Systems To AC Outlet (110V) Power Module Mixer AC Plug to Pwr Mod AC Plug to Pwr Mod Wireless Mic Receiver #1 Wireless Mic Receiver #2...
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EZ Set-Up Guide Figure 3 Basic Audio Connection Schematic for AV Now Sound Passive Speaker Systems Power Module Output to Amp Mixer Outputs to Mixer Wireless Mic Receiver #1 Wireless Mic Receiver #2 Music Player #1 Output to Mixer (Music In - 1)
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EZ Set-Up Guide Figure 4 Basic Audio Connection Schematic for AV Now Sound Powered Speaker Systems Power Module Output to Speakers Mixer Outputs to Mixer Wireless Mic Receiver #1 Wireless Mic Receiver #2 Music Player #1 Output to Mixer (Music In - 1)
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EZ Set-Up Guide Figure 5 Speaker Placement 2 Speakers-Medium to Small Rooms W’ Sound System Instructor D’ 2 Speaker Set-up ‘A’ Coverage for a Deeper Room (More square) W’ = Speaker Sound System Instructor D’ 2 Speaker Set-up ‘B’ Coverage for a Long Shallow Room Contact us with any questions: 800.491.6874 •...
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EZ Set-Up Guide Figure 6 Speaker Placement 4 Speakers-Large to Medium Rooms W’ Sound System D’ 4 Speaker Set-up ‘A’ Coverage for a Deeper Room (More square) W’ = Speaker Sound System Instructor Instructor D’ 4 Speaker Set-up ‘B’ Coverage for a Long Shallow Room Contact us with any questions: 800.491.6874 •...
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• Wireless Mic Systems • Group Ex Sound Systems • Aqua-Aerobics Sound • Portable Sound EZ SET-UP GUIDE a v n o w . c o m • 8 0 0 - 4 9 1 - 6 8 7 4...
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