User manual CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS MICROWORKS MICROWORKS

[. . . ] Contents Instructions for: MicroWorks by Henry Kloss ® Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i, ii Thank You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Inspecting For Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] This will help you connect speakers "in phase" as described on the next page. Volume Control with 12 ft. audio connecting cable and stereo mini-plugs* AUDIO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 2 BASS LEVEL L+ R+ L R­ Stick-on feet for cubes or stands (2 sets) Semipermanent mounting strip (1) for attaching volume control Threaded knobs for stands (2) 12 ft. speaker wires for connecting cubes (2)* ­ Playback System Diagram Volume Control Power cord *Extensions available; visit your store or call a Cambridge SoundWorks Audio/Video Consultant at 1-877-YES-HIFI Left Cube Speaker Program Source Subwoofer/ Amplifier Right Cube Speaker Stands for cubes (2) 2 Satellite Cube Connections Connect the red (+) and black (­) terminals on the subwoofer to their red and black counterparts on the cube speakers. Use the leads with the red bands for interconnecting the red terminals, and the unmarked leads for the black terminals. Connecting the two cubes identically assures that they operate "inphase" (their cones move in and out together). "Out-of-phase" connections can muddy the stereo effect. Be sure that the mounting surface, such as the computer monitor or your desktop, is smooth and clean. M FRO CE TO SOUR SUB Program Source TO FROM SUB SOURCE Some portable players have "bass boost" circuits designed for their small headphones. Switch these circuits OFF when playing through MicroWorks. MAX WO ND SOU IN M S RK MAX SOUNDWORKS MIN When connecting tape and CD players, it is generally preferable to use the headphone output; fixed "line out" outputs will work, but any noise present in the player may be more audible at high levels. 1 Remove protective paper from one side to reveal adhesive. 2 Press exposed adhesive side firmly against back of volume control. FRO SOURCEM TO SUB SOUN AUDIO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 2 BASS LEVEL L+ L­ R+ R­ MIN DW ORKS 3 Subwoofer Control Panel Remove remaining paper strip. 4 Press control firmly against mounting surface (desktop, keyboard or monitor). 5 MAX Power Connections Connect the removable AC power cord to the MicroWorks power socket. The internal power supply for the amplifiers stays on all the time the subwoofer is plugged in. For this reason, the panel area may remain warm to the touch. This is normal, but it's a good idea to unplug the unit when you are away for a week or more. AUDIO INPUT 1 MicroWorks Subwoofer Control Panel AUDIO INPUT 2 BASS LEVEL L+ L­ R+ R­ 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. ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT, OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LESSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT. ON OFF Your set of MicroWorks contains the appropriate plug type for the power supply cord specific to your country. Please check that you have the correct power supply cord before using the speakers. In the event of a mismatched power supply cord, please contact the dealer from which your unit was purchased. 6 Connecting Two Program Sources Because MicroWorks has two stereo minijack inputs, it's possible to blend the sound output of a computer and a second program source, such as a CD player. To connect a second program source to MicroWorks, you need an additional connecting cable. It should have a 3. 5mm stereo mini plug at one end (for the MicroWorks input) and an appropriate stereo signal connector on the other end. For the majority of portable CD players, an additional Volume Control will work perfectly. Call 1-877-YES-HIFI (1-877-937-4434) to purchase one. Attaching The Stands For most applications, the cube speakers should be attached to their desktop stands. Install each stand using a threaded knob. Attach the stick-on feet to the base of the stand. AUDIO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 2 BASS LEVEL L+ L­ R+ R­ FROM PROGRAM SOURCE 1 FROM PROGRAM SOURCE 2 7 Important ­ Please Read Before Operating Your MicroWorks Playback Levels MicroWorks is intended for individual or small group listening and will achieve surprizingly high output levels. However, playing the system continuously at overly loud, distorted levels on heavybass program material may cause its internal fuse to blow. The fuse can be replaced only by a qualified representative. [. . . ] The plastic anchors supplied will be needed to secure the screws in most wall surfaces. If so, drill 1/4" holes in the wall, then tap the anchors into the holes until they are flush with the wall. Then screw the screws into the anchors until they protrude about 1/4. " Be sure to apply the stick-on rubber feet to the back of the satellite cubes. This assures an acoustically secure installation. 12 Wiring Diagram Cube Speaker Subwoofer/Amplifier Desktop Stands CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS BASS LEVEL Threaded Knobs AUDIO INPUT 1 AUDIO INPUT 2 L+ L­ R+ R­ Speaker Wire AC Power Cord TO SUB FROM SOURCE SOUNDWORKS MIN MAX Volume Control Program Source 13 1-Year Limited Warranty T o the original purchaser, Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. [. . . ]