Acoustic Research AW827 Installation And Operation Manual

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Portable Wireless Speaker

With Optional Post-Mount

Model

AW827

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.

Important Safety Instructions

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 power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the

apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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: __________________________________________________________________________________

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 static-free reception

along with outstanding range—up to 150 feet*—the possibilities for enjoying your AR Wireless

Speaker System are nearly unlimited. The AR Wireless Speaker System is compatible with

most audio sources, such as A/V receivers/amps, stereos, computers, TVs, DVD players, and

portable devices (CD players, cassette players, MP3s etc.). The post-top mount plate included

with this speaker lets you put the AW827 securely on top of a standard 4"x4" post.

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 toll-free 1-800-732-6866 or visit

www.araccessories.com.

*Range may vary according to environment.

Tour of the Speaker System

Speaker

Front Panel

Carrying handle

Standby/Tuned

speaker is first turned on; it turns green when the

speaker is tuned to the transmitter

On/Off/Volume/Tuning

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 stand-alone speaker, or

plays the left or right track in a stereo pair with an

additional AR wireless speaker

Bottom Panel

Battery Compartment Cover

4 AA batteries

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

Setting up the Speaker System

Powering the Transmitter

Connect the small, round plug from the

transmitter AC power adapter to the

transmitter's DC INPUT jack. Plug the other

end of the transmitter AC power adapter into

any standard 120V AC wall outlet.

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.

Connecting to an Audio Source

Connecting to an MP3 player, CD player, or computer

Plug the transmitter's built-in AUDIO INPUT cable into

headphone output of your MP3 player or CD player (or

indicator turns red when the

audio output jack on your computer).

Warning:

This product is designed to work with

line level outputs or headphone outputs only.

button turns the

NOT

connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will

permanently damage the transmitter.

Connecting to an A/V Receiver

1. Plug the transmitter's built-in AUDIO INPUT cable

into a mini-jack to RCA adapter (not included).

2. Connect the stereo plugs on the mini-jack to RCA

adapter to the corresponding left and right audio

outputs of your A/V receiver, amp, or other audio

remove to install

source.

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

"-") as diagrammed inside the battery compartment.

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.

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.

Warning

This product is water-resistant, not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure to

wet environments, such as rain, mist, dew, etc. In other words, you can take it

out, just don't leave it out.

Post-top mount

plate

120V AC

wall outlet

Transmitter

AC Power

(back panel)

Adapter

Audio

Transmitter

source

(back panel)

Transmitter

A/V

(back panel)

Receiver

Audio Output

Mini-jack to RCA adapter

(not included)

DO NOT

leave batteries installed in the product