PORTABLE WIRELESS SPEAKER WITH OPTIONAL
INTRODUCTION
AR’s Wireless Speaker System eliminates the hardest part of adding speakers to your home— running and hiding hundreds of feet of speaker wire. The AR Wireless Speaker System’s RF signal travels with ease through walls, floors, ceilings and other obstacles, delivering high- quality sound virtually anywhere inside the house or out. With drift- and
This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions for making the AR Wireless Speaker System a valued part of your lifestyle. If, after having reviewed the instructions, you have any questions, please call
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SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEM
Powering the Transmitter
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transmitter AC power adapter to the |
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transmitter’s DC INPUT jack. Plug the other |
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end of the transmitter AC power adapter into | Transmitter |
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any standard 120V AC wall outlet. | AC Power |
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Note: There is no transmitter ON/OFF switch. The transmitter is designed to be left plugged in and powered at all times. If you will not be using the AW827 for an extended period of time, unplug the transmitter AC power adapter.
TOUR OF THE SPEAKER SYSTEM
Connecting to an Audio Source
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CAUTION | Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user | |
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. | ||
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. | ||
DO NOT OPEN. |
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Important Safety Instructions
Speaker
Carrying handle
Front Panel
Standby/Tuned indicator turns red when the speaker is first turned on; it turns green when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter
On/Off/Volume/Tuning button turns the speaker on and off (push and hold), adjusts the speaker’s volume (turn), and tunes the speaker to the transmitter if you are having problems linking (push).
L/Mono/R switch determines if the speaker plays sound in mono as a
Bottom Panel
Battery Compartment Cover remove to install
4 AA batteries
Connecting to an MP3 player, CD player, or computer
Plug the transmitter’s
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.
Audio | Transmitter |
source | (back panel) |
Connecting to an A/V Receiver
1.Plug the transmitter’s
2. Connect the stereo plugs on the | A/V | Transmitter | |
(back panel) | |||
Receiver | |||
adapter to the corresponding left and right audio | |||
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Audio Output |
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outputs of your A/V receiver, amp, or other audio |
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1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Clean only with dry cloth.
6.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
Care and Maintenance
•Always use a soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter. Never use any product containing alcohol or other solvents as they may damage the surface.
•Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock.
•If the speaker are used outside on a deck or patio, make sure you take them indoors in the event of a rainstorm to prevent possible damage.
•Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures (below 32ºF/0ºC and above 122ºF/50ºC).
•To avoid electrical shock, use this product with caution near water sources if powered with the AC adapter. Never submerge in water.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No.:______________________________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone:___________________________________________________________________________________
Transmitter
Front Panel
POWER indicator lights blue when audio is present and the transmitter is broadcasting
Back Panel
CHANNEL 1 2 3 lets you find the best transmission frequency for your environment
DC INPUT jack receives the small round end of the included 12V 100mA AC power adapter
ANALOG INPUT cable (built in) connects to your sound source using one of the connection options shown here
Included
Accessories
Note: This power unit | Transmitter AC/DC | |
should be plugged in so that | ||
it stays vertical or lies flat. | 12V 100mA adapter | plate |
(not included) |
Installing Batteries in the Speaker
1.Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker.
2.Insert four (4) AA batteries (not included) into the speaker following the polarity (”+” and
3.Replace the battery compartment cover on the bottom of 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
Warning
This product is