MODEL User's guide XA3051 The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user- serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning -- The appliance should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet. Non-Use Periods -- The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Lightning Storms - Unplug the appliance during lightning storms. Object and Liquid Entry -- Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Accessories - Only use attachments/accessories specified by the mfg. Damage Requiring Service -- The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: · The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. · Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance. · The appliance has been exposed to rain. · The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. · The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged. Servicing -- The user should not attempt to service the appliance. Servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel or returned to the dealer or call the Altec Lansing service line for assistance. Connecting the Power Cord (AC Wall Socket) Long slot is neutral (ground) side. Insert the wide blade into the ground side slot. Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. Retain Instructions -- The operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warning -- All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions -- All operating and use instructions should be followed. Water and Moisture -- The appliance should not be used near water ­ for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Outdoor Use -- Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Location -- The appliance should be installed in a stable location. Ventilation -- The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a closed bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. Heat -- The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Power Sources -- The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. Grounding or Polarization -- The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated. One Year Limited Warranty Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end user that all of its PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems are free from defects in material and workmanship in the course of normal and reasonable use for a term of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is the exclusive and only warranty in effect relative to Altec Lansing PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems and any other warranties, either expressed or implied, are invalid. Neither Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. nor any authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller is responsible for any incidental damages incurred in the use of the speakers. (This limitation of incidental or consequential damage is not applicable where prohibited.) Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.'s obligation under this warranty does not apply to any defect, malfunction or failure as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, use with faulty or improper equipment or the use of the speaker systems with any equipment for which they were not intended. The terms of this warranty apply only to PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems when such speakers are returned to the respective authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller where they were purchased. Under the terms of this warranty, the original consumer purchaser has certain legal rights and may have other rights, which vary worldwide. 1 XA3051 WELCOME Video Gaming & TV Audio Speaker System connector into the "LEFT REAR" output on the rear of the subwoofer. Plug the center speaker's blue connector into the "CENTER" output on the rear of the subwoofer. WIRED CONTROLLER Connect the grey-colored DIN connector from the wired controller into the grey "CONTROLLER" jack on the rear of the subwoofer. For easy insertion of the DIN connector, the arrow on the connector must face up. PRIMARY INPUTS The primary input jacks are located on the subwoofer. Using the supplied RCA cable, connect any audio source that has red (right) and white (left) RCA output jacks to the XA3051's red (right) and white (left) RCA input jacks. In some setup configurations, you may want to use the supplied composite video (yellow) RCA extender cable to allow greater separation between the TV and subwoofer. NOTE: For the clearest sound, try muting your TV's speakers when using the TV as an audio source. AUXILIARY INPUT The auxiliary or secondary input is located on the subwoofer. Connect any audio source that has a stereo 3.5mm plug (i.e. headphone style jack), including portable CD or MP3 players. 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. NOTE: You may need a cable that has RCA plugs on one end and a 3.5 mm stereo male plug on the other or 3.5 mm stereo plugs on both ends. This plug may be purchased at most electronics stores. MASTER VOLUME By default, the dial on the wired controller is the master volume control for the speaker system. Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. If the bass/center, treble/rear or test LED is lit, wait a few seconds for it to turn off, then adjust the master volume. NOTE: Three buttons on the wired controller have multiple functions. The primary function is written in white text. The secondary function is written in grey text. 1. Press and release a button to access its white-text feature. The LED associated with that white-text feature will light solidly for a few seconds while you use that feature and will then turn off. 2. As explained on the back of the wired controller, press and hold a button for a few seconds to access its grey-text feature. The LED associated with that grey-text feature will flash on and off for a few seconds while you use that feature and will then turn off. represented by the treble LED. As a result, the treble/rear LED will flash on and off when you are adjusting the volume of the rear speakers. Turn the dial on the wired controller clockwise to increase the rear speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease the rear speaker volume. After a few seconds of inactivity, the treble LED will turn off. Welcome to the extraordinary world of Altec Lansing high-fidelity sound. The XA3051 is a 6-speaker Dolby Surround Pro Logic system that pulls you into the game. You'll be able to hear every detail and feel the intensity of the action that surrounds you! Great television sound isn't all you'll experience with the XA3051 system. With 100 watts of total system power, it delivers thrilling performance from video gaming systems, DVD players, MP3 players, CD players and other audio sources. RESET BASS, TREBLE, CENTER AND REAR To reset the bass, treble, center and rear controls to default levels, press and hold both the bass and treble buttons down at the same time for a few seconds. NOTE: The XA3051 will remember your settings even if you turn if off or unplug it from the wall. MODE In the stereo mode, only the subwoofer, left-front and right-front speakers receive an audio signal. In the surround mode, the Dolby Surround Pro Logic circuitry sends an audio signal to all six speakers. By default, the XA3051 starts up in the surround listening mode. Pressing and releasing the mode/test button enables you to toggle between the stereo and surround listening modes. Box Contents · 4 Satellite Speakers · 1 Center Speaker · Subwoofer · Wired Controller · 3-Meter Stereo Audio RCA Cable, Male-to-Male · 3-Meter Composite Video RCA Extender Cable, Female-to-Male · AC Power Adapter · Manual · Quick Connect Card (QCC) Bass To adjust the bass level, press the bass/center button on the wired controller. The bass/center LED will light solidly. Turn the dial on the wired controller clockwise to increase the bass level and counter-clockwise to decrease the bass level. After a few seconds of inactivity, the bass LED will turn off. Treble TEST To adjust the treble level, press the treble/rear button on the wired controller. The treble/rear LED will light solidly. Turn the dial on the wired controller clockwise to increase the treble level and counter-clockwise to decrease the treble level. After a few seconds of inactivity, the treble LED will turn off. To verify that all speakers are correctly connected and to reset volumes, press and hold the mode/test button on the wired controller for a few seconds. The test LED will flash on and off for a few seconds while an audio signal is sent to the front left speaker. This is repeated for the center, front right and rear speakers (the two rear speakers receive the signal simultaneously). While a speaker is being tested, you may turn the dial on the wired controller to adjust its relative volume. Turn clockwise to increase the speaker's volume and counterclockwise to decrease the speaker's volume. Placing Speakers SUBWOOFER All stereo information is heard through the satellite speakers. Because low frequency sound is non-directional, you can place the subwoofer anywhere you choose. However, placing the subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or in a corner provides better bass efficiency and optimum sound. WARNING: The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded. Therefore, it SHOULD always be placed at least 2 feet (0.6m) from TVs, computer monitors, computer hard drives or any other magnetic media (e.g. floppy disks, Zip disks, VHS or cassette tapes, etc.). SATELLITE SPEAKERS Arrange the two front satellites to suit your listening tastes ­ from directly next to the TV to as far apart as the speaker cords allow. Arrange the two rear satellites behind and to either side of your listening position. NOTE: The satellite speakers ARE magnetically shielded and can be placed close to video displays such as TVs and computer monitors without distorting the image. CENTER SPEAKER Position the center speaker directly in front of you as close to the TV as possible. NOTE: The center speaker IS magnetically shielded and can be placed close to video displays such as TVs and computer monitors without distorting the image. Headphones To use one or two headphones with the system, plug them into the labeled jacks on the end of the wired controller. When headphones are connected, the satellites and the subwoofer are muted. Center To adjust the center speaker volume, press and hold the bass/center button on the wired controller for a few seconds. Center volume is represented by the bass LED. As a result, the bass/center LED will flash on and off when you are adjusting the volume of the center speaker. Turn the dial on the wired controller clockwise to increase the center speaker volume and counterclockwise to decre ...