User’s Guide DTT3500 Digital Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and operating instructions should be read before the DTT3500 Digital amplified subwoofer/satellite system is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the subwoofer and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
DTT3500 Digital Contents Introduction ................................................................................................ 5 Inventory.................................................................................................. 6 Recommended Signal Sources................................................................. 6 Installation Sequence ............................................................................... 7 Speaker System Connections.......................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing DTT3500 Digital by Cambridge SoundWorks. DTT3500 Digital lets you experience the full potential of Dolby ® Digital multichannel sound from your DVD player or game console, with a dynamic output that rivals a component home theater system. It processes both Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround program material. DTT3500 Digital includes an OPTICAL connection to enhance the connectivity and usability to any devices with OPTICAL output.
Inventory Recommended Signal Sources Examine each unit carefully for shipping damage. If there is any, do not install or use the system. For advice, call the store where you made your purchase or call Creative Technology Ltd. technical support. Save the shipping carton and inserts in case you have to transport the system later. All of the items shown in the illustration below should be included with your system. If anything is missing, notify the retailer.
Installation Sequence 1. Read all of the instructions before installing the speaker system. 2. Attach the provided stand to the Decoder Amplifier if you wish to place the unit vertically. For more details see “Decoder Amplifier Placement” on page 16. 3. Connect the Satellites, Center Speaker, and Subwoofer to the Decoder Amplifier. 4. Connect the Dolby Digital output of your digital program source to the coaxial and/or optical Dolby Digital input of the Decoder Amplifier. 5.
Speaker System Connection Diagram Front Right Satellite Rear Right Satellite Center Speaker Front Left Satellite Rear Left Satellite Power Adapter Subwoofer 8
Signal Source Connections Dolby Digital source For devices with optical output Connect the Dolby Digital/SPDIF output of your signal source to the Decoder Amplifier’s Dolby Digital (AC-3) / PCM Audio Inputs COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack using the SPDIF Cable (RCA to RCA) or the Optical Cable. Connect the optical output of these devices (e.g. CD or MD players) to the OPTICAL input with the Optical Cable. Game consoles Connect the optical output of the game console (e.g.
Signal Source Connection Diagram Dual Female-to-Female RCA Adapter DIGITAL OUT Red White Stereo to Dual RCA Cable SPDIF Cable (RCA to RCA) Game Console Digital Output (Eg. PC-DVD Encore) LINE OUT REAR OUT 4-Ch Sound Card Output (Eg. Sound Blaster Live!) OPTICAL OUT- LINE OUT Lime-Green 2-Ch Sound Card Output Black (Eg. Sound Blaster AWE64) Lime-Green Optical Cable Tandem Audio Cable COAXIAL OUTPUT DIGITAL OUT OR Digital Output (Sound Blaster 5.
Speaker Cable and Stand Installation Speaker Cable Installation Typically, the 3 meter (5 feet) Speaker Cables will connect the front Satellites and the Center Speaker to the Decoder Amplifier and the 5 meter (9 feet) Speaker Cables will connect the rear Satellites to the Decoder Amplifier. A panel of twelve self-adhesive labels is provided to identify each Satellite and Subwoofer and the opposite end of the cable connected to a Satellite and Subwoofer. 1. Identify a 3 meter Speaker Cable.
Center Speaker Stand Installation Unlike the Desktop Stand (for Satellites), the stands for the Center Speaker are of the screw-in type. 1. Align the Attachment Arm to the Center Speaker (see Diagram B). 2. Use the screw provided to connect the Attachment Arm to the Center Speaker. 12 Mounting Speakers B Screw Mounting Attachment Arm Mounting the rear satellites on side walls will give you superior surround effects.
Speaker Placement The Front Satellites The left front and right front Satellites play stereo music, the offscreen sounds of video playback and the front channels of 4-channel games. These Satellites should be placed to the sides of your T.V. or monitor. Try to form an equilateral triangle with your head and the satellites (see Diagram D). Be sure to have a clear line of sight from your listening position to these Satellites.
The Rear Satellites The rear Satellites provide the surround effects in Dolby Digital, Dolby Surround or Creative Multi Speaker Surround modes. They also produce the discrete rear sounds of 4-channel sound cards. 5 meters (16 feet) of cable is provided with the two remaining Satellites for more flexibility in rear channel placement. The rear Satellites may be placed in any convenient sites alongside the listener, including sites slightly forward of the listening location.
The Subwoofer The Subwoofer’s optimum position is on the floor against the wall. The closer the Subwoofer is to a corner, the stronger the maximum bass output. We strongly recommend placing the Subwoofer on the floor (see Diagram J). Leave at least 5 cm (2 inches) of space between the Subwoofer face and a wall. Position the Subwoofer so that it’s connection panel is facing a wall, shielded from inadvertent contact.
Decoder Amplifier Placement The Decoder Amplifier can be placed on the desktop, a shelf or any site that makes the controls convenient. The Power Adapter cord must be able to reach from the Decoder Amplifier back panel to your AC power receptacle. Place the Decoder Amplifier on a hard, flat surface. There are ventilation slots on the Decoder Amplifier’s enclosure. Do not block these ventilation slots by placing materials over them.
Decoder Amplifier Functions The Standby LED lights up when the Power Adapter is connected to the mains. Press the Power button to turn on the Decoder Amplifier. The CMSS Music LED will remain illuminated after initial startup. The last used CMSS mode’s light will illuminate for subsequent startups from system standby mode. The Optical LED also lights up after initial start-up. The last used Dolby Digital/PCM Audio input’s light will illuminate for subsequent start-ups from system standby mode.
MUSIC: Creates a 5.1 speaker soundfield appropriate for music from any analog sound source. FOURPOINT/5.1 DIN: Use this mode for DVD games having Dolby Digital soundtracks with EAX or Microsoft DirectSound3D for real-time positioning of sound effects. Typically a Dolby Digital 5.1-channel + analog signal source. If a signal source is connected to the Analog Line In minijacks, 4.1channel output is produced. If the signal source is connected to the Digital DIN input, up to 5.1channel output is produced.
balanced output level with the left and right satellites (which provide a fixed “reference” output level). All functions except for the level controls are disabled while the test sound is running. The speaker level controls operate at all times. If desired, you may adjust these controls during program material to fine-tune the balance. (This function is only available on the Remote Control) Note: Volume levels during the test sequence are lower than during normal operation. 12.
Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS) CMSS is a 2-channel to 5.1-channel sound processor similar in some aspects to a Dolby Surround Pro Logic processor. The Music mode creates a convincing 5.1-channel surround soundfield with typical stereo sources, whether they are Dolby Surround-encoded or not. It works well with Dolby Pro Logic, WAVE, AVI and MIDI program material. In essence, CMSS Music mode puts you “on the stage” for the music’s performance, surrounding you with the performers.
Multiple Connections Monitor Game Console PC RF to VGA converter box Video Signal VGA switch box Audio Signal Connecting to a Game Console and a PC You can connect your game console and PC to the DTT3500 Digital system while sharing one monitor by following the instructions below. Audio Connection: 1. Connect your game console’s audio output to the Decoder Amplifier’s Front minijack input with the provided Dual Female-to-Female RCA adapter. 2. Connect your PC’s audio output to the Decoder Amplifier.
Applications Guide Playing Games: Playing Multi-format DVD Games These games have Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic movie clips mixed with the actual game sequence. These DVD games have a mix of Dolby Digital 5.1 sound (a digital signal at the SPDIF input) and soundcard wavetable output (a signal at the analog input). PC-DVD Setup For AC-3 signal source connected to COAXIAL input: Select the COAXIAL input using the DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM AUDIO input selection button.
Using set-top DVD player or PlayStation 2 Select OPTICAL or COAXIAL using the DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM AUDIO input selection button. For movies with Dolby Digital (AC-3) soundtracks This signal is detected automatically and the DOLBY DIGITAL LED lights up. You will experience Dolby Digital 5.1-channel output. For 2-channel movies which are Dolby Surround-encoded carried within the Dolby Digital compressed bitstream The Dolby Pro Logic decoder will automatically decode the program for 5.1-channel movie experience.
Karaoke Music Singing Karaoke on PC with Sound Blaster Live! only (with Creative PlayCenter) 1. Select LINE IN or DIGITAL DIN input using the MULTI-CHANNEL button. 2. Ensure your microphone is connected to the MIC IN of Sound Blaster Live!. 3. Enable the Microphone source in the Mixer. 4. Select one of the seven Karaoke modes under Environment in Creative Launcher. 5. Click the Audio Menu button on the Creative PlayCenter to hear only the music, i.e. with the vocal portion masked out.
Important! Specifications EAX Playback Levels DTT3500 Digital 6-Channel Amplifier DTT3500 Digital is intended for individual or small group listening and can achieve surprisingly high output levels. However, playing heavy-bass program material continuously at overly loud, distorted levels may blow the system’s internal fuse. The fuse can be replaced only by a qualified representative.
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