SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD (AC WALL SOCKET)
Long slot is neutral (ground) side.
Insert the wide blade into the ground side slot.
READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNING — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use instructions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE — The appliance should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
OUTDOOR USE — Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
LOCATION — The appliance should be installed in a stable location.
VENTILATION — The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a closed bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
HEAT — The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES — The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION — The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
CLEANING — The appliance should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
NON-USE PERIODS — The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
LIGHTNING STORMS — Unplug the appliance during lightning storms.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
ACCESSORIES — Only use attachments/accessories specified by the mfg.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
•The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
•Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
•The appliance has been exposed to rain.
•The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
•The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
SERVICING — The user should not attempt to service the appliance. Servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel or returned to the dealer or call the Altec Lansing service line for assistance.
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end user that all of its PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems are free from defects in material and workmanship in the course of normal and reasonable use for a term of two years from the date of purchase.
This warranty is the exclusive and only warranty in effect relative to Altec Lansing PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems and any other warranties, either expressed or implied, are invalid. Neither Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. nor any authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller is responsible for any incidental damages incurred in the use of the speakers. (This limitation of incidental or consequential damage is not applicable where prohibited.)
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty does not apply to any defect, malfunction or failure as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, use with faulty or improper equipment or the use of the speaker systems with any equipment for which they were not intended.
The terms of this warranty apply only to PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems when such speakers are returned to the respective authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller where they were purchased.
Under the terms of this warranty, the original consumer purchaser has certain legal rights and may have other rights, which vary worldwide.
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.
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
mmstereo 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.
