Altec Lansing XA3051 - Manual (Page 3)

Welcome to the extraordinary world of Altec Lansing high-fidelity
sound. The XA3021 is a 2.1 analog system that blows away the lame
speakers inside your TV. Plus, with a bass EQ mode selector, you’ll feel
the rumble of your favorite games and movies.
Great television sound isn’t all you’ll experience with the XA3021
system. With 40 watts of total system power, it delivers thrilling
performance from video gaming systems, DVD players, MP3 players,
CD players and other audio sources.
Box Contents
• 2 Satellites
• 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)
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 satellites to suit your listening tastes—from directly next
to the TV to as far apart as the speaker cords allow.
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.
Making Connections
WARNING: Do not insert the speaker system’s power adapter plug
into an AC outlet until all connections are made. Also, turn off your
audio source (i.e., TV, video gaming system, DVD player or VCR) before
connecting its outputs to the XA3021’s inputs.
To ensure first-time operation as expected, please carefully follow the
connection sequence described below.
SATELLITE SPEAKERS
To set-up the XA3021 system, plug the right satellite’s orange connector into
the “RIGHT” output on the rear of the subwoofer and the left satellite’s
brown connector into the “LEFT” 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 XA3021’s red (right) and white
(left) RCA input jacks.
In some setup configurations, you may use the supplied composite
video (yellow) RCA extender cable to allow increased 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
This 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.
Headphones
To use headphones with the system, plug them into one of the labeled
jacks on the end of the wired controller. When headphones are
connected, both satellites and the subwoofer are muted.
Powering On
NOTE: You must first remove the protective plastic sleeves on both
ends of the power adapter before you plug in the system.
1. After all other connections are made, plug the power adapter into
the back of the subwoofer and into an AC wall socket.
NOTE: To ensure a secure connection, the power adapter uses a
locking connector. To unlock the power adapter, don’t simply pull on
the cable. Gently pull back the connector sleeve until it releases.
2. Turn on the audio source (TV, video gaming system, DVD player or VCR).
3. Turn on the Altec Lansing XA3021 speaker system by pressing the
power button on the wired controller (see below.) A green EQ LED
on the wired controller will illuminate.
Note: To avoid hearing a popping sound when you turn on your Altec
Lansing speaker system, always turn on your audio source first.
Using the Wired Controller
For your convenience, the wired controller lets you power the system
on or off, control the volume and adjust bass equalization (EQ) (TV,
Gaming or Max-Bass).
Power
Press the “Power” button on the wired controller to turn on the speaker
system. A green EQ LED on the wired controller will illuminate, indicating
power is on. Push the “Power” button again to turn off the system.
EQ Mode
Press the “EQ Mode” selector button to cycle through the three modes of
bass equalization: TV, Gaming and Max-Bass.
TV: This setting provides normal bass response that you would expect
from standard TV programming.
Gaming: The Gaming setting boosts the bass level to highlight the low
frequency sounds of video gaming.
Max-Bass: Just as the name implies, Max-Bass supplies even more bass for
the most intense gaming experience.
Master Control
The knob on the wired controller is the master volume control for the
speaker system. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume and
counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.
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Video Gaming & TV
Audio Speaker System
WELCOME
XA3021
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Total System Power: 40 Watts (20 Watts RMS)
Frequency Response: 35 Hz - 18 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz input: > 76 dB
Crossover Frequency: 150 Hz
System THD (distortion): < 0.2 % THD @ -10 dB full-
scale input voltage
Input Impedance: 10k ohms
SATELLITE AMPLIFIED SPEAKERS
Drivers (per satellite): One 3" full-range driver
SUBWOOFER
Speaker Drivers: One 5.25 " long-throw woofer
POWER REQUIREMENTS
USA/Canada/and applicable 120 V AC @ 60 Hz
Latin American countries:
Europe/United Kingdom; 230 V AC @ 50 Hz
applicable Asian countries;
Argentina, Chile and Uruguay:
ETL / cETL / CE / NOM / IRAM Approved
The answers to most setup and performance questions can be found in
the Troubleshooting guide. You can also consult the FAQs in the
customer support section of our Web site at www.alteclansing.com. If
you still can’t find the information you need, please call our customer
service team for assistance before returning the speakers to your
retailer under their return policy.
Customer service is available 7 days a week for your convenience. Our
business hours are:
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight EST
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
1-800-ALTEC-88 (1-800-258-3288)
Email: [email protected]
For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check our Web site at
www.alteclansing.com.
© 2002 Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.
Designed and engineered in the USA and manufactured in our ISO9002
/ SA8000 certified factory. United States Patents 4429181 and 4625328
plus other patents pending.
System Specifications
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