Acoustic Research AW877 operation manual Troubleshooting, Issue Cause and solution

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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 firmly connected to the transmitter

 

power input jack.

 

• Confirm that the speakers are turned on and tuned to the transmitter—

 

the STDBY./TUNED indicator light on the front of each speaker should be

 

illuminated blue.

 

• If you’re using the power adapters, confirm that all three (for both speakers

 

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

 

power cords are firmly connected to the power input jacks on the transmitter or

 

speaker.

 

or

 

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

 

polarity (+, –).

 

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

 

transmitting sound as it normally should.

 

• Check that the speaker volumes are 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/

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

distortion/

necessary.

static

• Check that the speaker STDBY./TUNED indicator is illuminated blue.

 

 

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

 

operating frequency. The speaker will detect the loss of signal and retune

 

automatically. You can also press the Power/Volume/Tuning control once 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.



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Contents Wireless FCC Statement Important InformationIntroduction Table of ContentsSpeaker Back View Tour of the Speaker SystemSpeaker Front View Transmitter Back View Included AccessoriesTransmitter Front View Connecting to a Stereo or Computer Connecting the Speaker SystemConnecting to an A/V Receiver Connecting to a TVCell Batteries AC Power AdaptersTuning the Speakers Adjusting the TransmitterTurning the Speakers Off About Variable-Level Audio Outputs More Helpful InformationAbout Fixed-Level Audio Outputs Issue Cause and solution TroubleshootingMonth Limited Warranty SpecificationsAccessing the Speaker Battery Compartments Addendum to the Installation Manual