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Acoustic Research AWS5 Installation And Operation Manual

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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

of your TV audio outputs is fi xed, refer to the TV instruction manual. Some TVs have

outputs that can switch between variable and fi xed. When given a choice, fi xed is always

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.araccessories.com.

Issue: Cause and solution:

No sound • Check that the transmitter AC power adapter is fully inserted into the wall outlet and

the power cord from the AC adapter is fi rmly connected to the transmitter power

input jack.

• Confi rm that the speaker is turned on and tuned to the transmitter—

the indicator light on the front of the speaker should be solid blue (not blinking).

• If you’re using the power adapters, confi rm that both (for the speaker and for the

transmitter) are fully inserted into their wall outlets and the adapter power cords are

fi rmly connected to the power input jacks on the transmitter or speaker.

or

• If you’re using batteries for the speaker, check that they are fresh and inserted with

correct polarity (+, –).

• Check that the audio source component (stereo, MP3 player, etc.) is turned on and

transmitting sound as it normally should.

• Make sure the volume on your audio source is turned up.

• Check that the speaker volume is turned up.

• If you are using a Tape 2 Monitor output from your receiver/amp as the audio

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/

static

• When using battery power, make sure the batteries are fresh and replace if

necessary.

• Check that the speaker’s indicator light is solid blue (not blinking).

• Change the position of the channel select switch (1, 2 or 3) to change the operating

frequency. Then press the AutoScan button on the speaker’s back panel to make the

speaker retune.

• Change the location of the transmitter. Place it as high and away from obstructions

as possible. Avoid placing the transmitter directly on top of or behind a TV.

• Move the transmitter and speaker closer together. Sending the signal through

certain materials, such as glass, tile, and metal, can decrease the effective

transmitting distance of the system.

More Helpful Information

About Fixed-Level Audio Outputs

A fi xed-level, or line-level, audio output is considered ideal since it provides an audio signal

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

the next page). Outputs from DVD players are almost always fi xed.

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.

Trademark(s) ® Registered www.araccessories.com MADE IN CHINA AWS5 US IB 00

12 Month Limited Warranty

Speci cations

Transmitter

• Omni-directional 900MHz broadcast

• Effective transmitting range:

up to 150 ft. (45m)*

• Phase-locked loop circuitry (PLL)

• Automatic level control (ALC)

• 3 selectable broadcast frequencies

• Stereo audio input

Speaker

• Push-button, auto-lock tuning

• 2-way acoustic design:

2” tweeter, 3.5” woofer

• 5 Watt RMS internal amplifi er

• Omni-directional sound

• Frequency response: 40Hz - 15kHz

• Left/Mono/Right switch

• Operates using supplied AC adapter or six (6)

AA batteries (not included)

*Maximum range; results may vary according to

environment.

Audiovox Electronics Corporation (the “Company”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that

should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or

workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced

(at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor. To obtain repair or replacement within

the terms of this Warranty, the product along with any accessories included in the original packaging is to be

delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specifi cation of defect(s), transportation

prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below. Do not return this product to the Retailer.

This Warranty is not transferable and does not cover product purchased, serviced or used outside the United

States or Canada. The warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to

costs incurred for the installation, removal or reinstallation of the product.

The warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the company, has suffered or

been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident or exposure to

moisture. This warranty does not apply to damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the product, or by

leaving non-rechargeable batteries in the product while plugged into an AC outlet.

THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR

REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE

PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE

LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER,

INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE

OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR

INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company

any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.

Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or

limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This Warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state/province

to state/province.

U.S.A.:Audiovox Electronics Corp., 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788

CANADA: Audiovox Return Center, c/o Genco, 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit #3 Door 16, Mississauga Ontario L5T

3A5

1. Press the Power button on the back of the speaker

to turn it on. The indicator light on the front of the

speaker blinks while the speaker is tuning to the

transmitter. The 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.

2. Adjust the volume on the speaker as desired.

3. Set up the speaker for mono or stereo operation using the switch on the bottom of the

AWS5 speaker.

a) Monaural operation: The monaural mode (mono) is recommended when using a single

AWS5 by itself. For monaural operation, set the L/M/R switch to “M” on each speaker.

b) Stereo operation: You need an additional AWS5 speaker for the stereo option. Set the

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,

confi rm the transmitter/speaker adjustments and indicators. If the problem persists, refer to the

Troubleshooting section of this manual.

Pairing the Speaker System

2. Set the channel select switch on the back of the transmitter

to one of the transmitter’s three broadcast frequencies: 1,

2 or 3. If you experience poor reception or interference, try

choosing a different frequency by moving the channel select

switch to another position.

When the transmitter is receiving an audio signal and is

ready, the SIGNAL indicator turns solid green.

Turning the Speaker Off

1. Press Power button on the back of the speaker to turn the speaker off.

2. Confi rm that the speaker is off by verifying that the indicator light on the speaker’s front

panel is no longer illuminated.

DC IN

CHANNEL

1 2 3

R AUDIO L

IN

Channel

select

switch

Adjusting the Transmitter

1. Turn on your audio source (for example, A/V receiver, MP3 player, stereo, etc.) and play

music at a normal listening volume.

Note

If the SIGNAL indicator on the transmitter does not turn on, please check the following:

- Confi rm the transmitter AC power adapter is securely connected.

- Confi rm the cable from the transmitter is securely connected to the audio source output

(MP3 player, A/V receiver, etc.).

- Confi rm the audio source is playing audio and is turned up.

Tuning the Speaker

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of

the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifi cations to this equipment may void the user’s authority to

operate it.

Industry Canada Regulatory Information

This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this

device may not cause interference and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment.