Cetacea Sound Astronaut 001 Standard Power Kit - Manual

The Environment & Your Investment Introduction
This is an amplifi ed speaker. It is designed to plug into either mono or stereo sources of sound. This can
be a variety of electronic devices including DVD’s, LCD’s, projectors, and personal computers. When using
these devices, turn off all signal boost and compression algorithms. If connecting to a computer, make sure
the sound card software is properly set up for uncompressed and un-boosted stereo output. Use only the
stereo or mono output from DVD’s and personal computers. The Astronaut is not designed to plug into
third party amplifi ers, pre-amps, or subwoofer output jacks. Most line and variable headphone jacks are
suitable sources.
Input sources: DVD | PC | Projector | Computer | Microphone
Built-in mixer: Up to three devices of this type can be simultaneously connected to the Astronaut’s
three inputs.
Line Level Sources Only: The Astronaut contains its own amplifi er. Connect to line level sources only.
Installer Notes
www.cetaceasound.com/literature.htm > Installation Guides
Stereo sources: Maximum input voltage should not exceed 300 mv per input channel (A, B, or C). Do not
use any multi-channel sources like 3-channel, Dolby Digital 5-channel, THX, or Q-Sound.
Mono sources: Maximum input voltage should not exceed 150 mv per input channel (A, B, or C). Use
microphones that offer mono or stereo line output instead of mic level output. Cetacea PAL microphones are
compatible with the Astronaut. Use of other brands may result in unpredictable results and is not advised.
Line Level Input Sources: The Astronaut -001 Series is designed for “Line Level” input sources only.
Although it has become quite popular to use pre-amps, projector outputs, and Music Mixers as the source,
it is possible to “overdrive” the Astronaut leading to pre-mature failure and a loss of warranty coverage.
Equalizers, bass boost, Surround Sound, Q-Sound, Spatializer, and other compression techniques are not
necessary and will add nothing to the sound quality of the Astronaut. Turn them off. If used, it is possible to
“overdrive” the Astronaut leading to premature failure and a loss of warranty coverage.
P O W E R E D C E I L I N G S P E A K E R
SKU #ASTRO-LW001 & #ASTRO-LD001
Please save the boxes in case you need to return the Astronaut for any reason.
Every effort has been made
to protect the environment
during the design and
manufacture of this product:
all electronic components
are lead free, our unique
patented sound dispersion
system uses 1/4th the power
to achieve the same loudness
as other traditional speakers,
resulting in energy and parts savings. Our power
supplies meet all international and domestic energy
conservation certifi cations in force at the time of
manufacture. In addition, the Astronaut speaker has
been designed for long term use and easy repair for
long term service, which reduces landfi ll pressure
and insures a high return on your investment.
With your help, we can reduce waste and encourage
re-use. This product is subject to ENERGY STAR
International and Domestic regulations and laws
that govern the recycling of electronic equipment.
The symbol ( ) on our power supply indicates that
this particular component is not to be disposed
of with normal waste. It is your responsibility to
hand this item over to a proper collection point for
disposal and recycling. This separate collection and
recycling of your power supply will help conserve
natural resources and ensure that both our health
and the environment are protected. For additional
information on where to recycle this item contact
you local state, county, or city offi ce for information.
You may also contact us through our website.
Cetacea Sound Corp is registered with all
states and countries in which it operates that
require these recycling procedures at the time of
this printing.
Limited Warranty
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Astronaut Safety Instructions
1. Please read all instructions carefully.
2. Please download a copy of the User Manual
and keep in a safe place.
3. Please protect this equipment from
high humidity.
4. Take special care not to drop this equipment
while installing overhead.
5. Obey all cautions and warnings on equipment.
6. If equipment is not to be placed into service
for a long period of time, i.e., over one month,
disconnect the power cord. The Astronaut
has over voltage and diode protection built-
in; however, it is better to err on the side
of caution.
7. Never push anything into any opening of the
equipment.
8. Never allow any moisture to spill inside
of equipment.
9. Do not use equipment if it has obvious signs
of damage from shipping or dropping.
10. Do not use equipment if ambient temperatures
exceed 120 °F (48 °C).
11. Make sure equipment is properly mounted
according to the Ceiling Mounting
Instructions in this guide. No other form
of mounting the Astronaut is approved
and may cause a loss of warranty.
Cetacea Sound Corp. warrants to the original
purchaser that, if the product purchased from an
authorized Cetacea Sound Dealer fails in normal
use due to defect in materials or workmanship
within two years of the date of the original
purchase, Cetacea Sound Corp. will, at its option,
repair or replace the product without charge.
Products repaired or replaced are warranted for
the remainder of the original warranty period.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
defects caused by freight damage; abuse;
inappropriate use; exposure to extreme
temperatures, solvents or other liquids, or foreign
particles or contaminates; modifi cation; alteration;
accident or casualty; malfunction resulting
from the malfunction of other audio equipment;
operation of the product in a manner contrary
to the instructions accompanying the product;
repair or service by anyone other than Cetacea
Sound Corp.; or poor sound quality or noise due
to poor cable quality, installation or routing, power
fl uctuations, improper grounding, or failure to
follow the installation guidelines of the International
Communications Industry Association (ICIA) and
the Audio Engineering Society (AES).
ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED IN
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT, AND
ANY REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT
THAT, BUT FOR THIS PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE
BY IMPLICATION OR OPERATION OF LAW,
IS HEREBY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED.
MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR
ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY
DISCLAIMED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THIS LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CETACEA
SOUND CORP. BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER
OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY SPECIAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER
ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF WARRANTY,
BREACH OF CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.
To obtain Warranty Service, the purchaser must
contact our Customer Service Department, follow
the instructions shown on our website, and return
the product to us at the address shown below with
the Return Material Authorization number issued
by Customer Service. All removal, installation, and
shipping expenses are the responsibility of the
purchaser.
This Warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Contact Us
Cetacea Sound Corp
2003 East Center Circle, Plymouth, MN 55441
T: 763.559.1019 T: 800.556.1922 F: 763.559.1585
www.cetaceasound.com
Information: [email protected]
Sales: [email protected]
Customer Service: [email protected]
For the Tips & Tricks, White Papers and Owners Manual go to:
www.cetaceasound.com/astronaut.htm
For an Installation Guide go to www.cetaceasound.com/literature.htm then
click on “Installation Guides” at the top of the page.
© 2009 Cetacea Sound Corp.
Astronaut Series™ is a trademark of Cetacea Sound Corp.
Covered by multiple international patents. 4/09 200809-06
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