Acoustic Research AW877 - Manuals

Page 2 - Important Information; CAUTION; FCC Statement; Product Information; Important Safety Instructions

Important Information WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OP...

Page 4 - Tour of the Speaker System; Speaker Front View

Tour of the Speaker System Speaker Front View STDBY./TUNED indicator lights red when the speaker is first powered on; it turns blue when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter CHRG. indicator lights red when the speaker is turned off and rechargeable batteries are loaded Power/Volume/Scan control t...

Page 5 - Transmitter Front View; Included Accessories

Transmitter AC/DC 12V100mAadapter “Y” adapter cable Speaker AC/DC 18V700mA adapter (x2) 1 / 4 ” headphone adapter (3.5mm to6.3mm) Transmitter Front View Transmitter Back View Transmission indicator lights blue when the audio is present and the transmitter is broadcasting Transmitter power input jack...

Page 6 - Connecting to a Stereo or Computer; Connecting to a TV; Powering the Transmitter; Connecting to an Audio Source; Connecting to an A/V Receiver

Connecting to a Stereo or Computer Plug the cable coming out of the transmitter into the headphone output of your stereo or the audio output jack on your computer. Use the included 1/4” headphone adapter to convert the 3.5mm plug to a 1/4” plug as needed. Transmitter Stereo 1/4” headphone adapter Au...

Page 7 - DO NOT; DO NOT; DO NOT; Powering the Speakers; AC Power Adapters

1. Turn the speaker volume down by rotating the Power/Volume/Scan control on the front 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. Speaker 120 V AC Wall Outlet AC Power adapter 3. Plug the other end of t...

Page 8 - Tuning the Speakers; Adjusting the Transmitter; Note

1. Press the Power/Volume/Scan control on each speaker to turn it on. The STDBY./TUNED light illuminates red while the speaker is tuning to the transmitter. The STDBY./TUNED light turns blue when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter—you should hear sound coming from the speaker now. Note: If the ...

Page 9 - Turning the Speakers Off

Speaker Back View Speaker Power Input Jack Left/Mono/Right Slide Switch Turning the Speakers Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Volume / Scan control to turn the speaker off. 2. Confirm that the speaker is off by verifying that the STDBY./TUNED indicator is no longer illuminated. The speaker will autom...

Page 10 - More Helpful Information; About Fixed-Level Audio Outputs

About Variable-Level Audio Outputs: A variable-level output, such as a headphone jack or certain RCA-type outputs, provides an audio signal that changes with the volume level set on the audio source. As the volume of the audio source is adjusted up and down, so is the audio signal strength sent to t...

Page 11 - Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting guide takes you through some of the more common problems associated with the installation and/or operation of a wireless system. If the problem persists, please call toll-free at 1-800- 732-6866 or visit www.araccessories.com. Issue: Cause and solution: ...

Page 12 - Specifications; 2 Month Limited Warranty

Specifications Transmitter • Omni-directional 900MHz broadcast • Effective transmitting range: up to 250 ft. (80m)* • Phase-locked loop circuitry (PLL) • Automatic level control (ALC) • 3 selectable broadcast frequencies • Stereo audio input • Dimensions: 4”H x 4 3/4”W x 2 3/4”D Speaker • Push-butto...

Page 13 - Accessing the Speaker Battery Compartments; To remove a speaker battery compartment cover:; To replace the speaker battery compartment cover:; Addendum to the Installation Manual

Accessing the Speaker Battery Compartments There are two options to power your wireless speakers: using the included AC power adapters or using 8 C-cell batteries per speaker (not included). The Installation and Operation Manual takes you through the steps to do both on page 5. The Installation and ...