Acoustic Research AW822 operation manual Powering the Speaker, AC Power Adapters, C-cellBatteries

Warning: This product is designed to work with line level outputs or headphone outputs only. DO NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will permanently damage the transmitter.

Powering the Speaker

There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or using 8 C-cell batteries (not included).

AC Power Adapters

Speaker

AC Power adapter

120 V AC

Wall Outlet

1.Turn the speaker volume down by rotating the ON/OFF/TUNING/VOL. control on the side of the speaker all the way to the left.

2.Insert the small, round plug from the speaker AC power adapter into the speaker power input jack.

3.Plug the other end of the speaker AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapter rated 18V DC 700 mA.

Warning: This product is water-resistant, not waterproof. To avoid electrical shock, it should used with caution near water sources if powered with the AC adapter. Never submerge in water.

C-cell Batteries

1.Turn the speaker volume down by rotating the ON/OFF/TUNING/VOL. control on the side of the speaker all the way to the left.

2.Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker.

3.Insert eight (8) C-cell batteries (not included) into the speaker following the polarity (”+” and “-”) as diagrammed inside the battery compartment.

4.Replace the battery compartment cover on the back of the speaker.

Note: Place the rubber cap in the speaker power input jack when using batteries.

Important: If you are using rechargeable batteries NiMH or NiCd, the batteries will charge when the speaker is powered with the AC power adapter. DO NOT power the speaker with the AC power adapter if you installed alkaline or other non-rechargeable batteries – this could cause the batteries to leak, which would damage the speaker.

DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkaline battery). DO NOT mix new and used batteries. DO NOT leave batteries installed in the product when not in use for long periods. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations.