PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 1 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM User’s Guide PlayWorks PS2000 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.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 2 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Safety & Regulatory Information The following sections contain notices for various countries: CAUTION: This device is intended to be installed by the user in a CSA/TUV/UL certified/listed IBM AT or compatible personal computers in the manufacturer’s defined operator access area.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 3 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and operating instructions should be read before the PlayWorks PS2000 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.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 4 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Contents TM PlayWorks PS2000 Digital Inventory.................................................................................................. 5 Speaker System Connections................................................................... 6 Signal Source Connections ...................................................................... 6 System Connection Diagram ...................................................................
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 5 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Inventory Examine each unit carefully for shipping damage. If there is any, do not install or use the system. Contact the retailer where the system was purchased. Save the shipping carton and inserts in case you have to transport the system later. Paste this behind the Remote Control.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 6 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Speaker System Connections Signal Source Connections Speaker Connections Using the Dual RCA to RCA plug, connect the R (right) and L (left) Speaker inputs located on the back panel of the Dipole Unit to the corresponding Speaker outputs on the Subwoofer. Using the Dipole DIN cable, connect the DIN jack of the Dipole Unit to the DIN jack of the Subwoofer.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 7 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM System Connection Diagram Stereo to Dual RCA Cable Game Console e.g. PlayStation 2 CD Player MD Player Sound Card Optical Output Game Console e.g. PlayStation 2 Dual Female-to-Female RCA Adapter Stereo to Dual RCA Cable V.C.R. Cassette Deck Tuner To the Digital Optical Output Optical Cable Tandem Audio Cable Sound Card Output e.g.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 8 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Dipole Unit Stand Installation Dipole Unit Stand Tilting the Dipole Unit Align the Dipole Unit Stand to the Dipole Unit. Using the Ball-fastener provided, attach the Dipole Unit Stand to the Dipole Unit, (see diagram A). Loosen the Ball-fastener below the Dipole Unit Stand to adjust the tilt of the Dipole Unit. The Dipole Unit can be angled to face you by moving the Dipole Unit back or forth (see diagram B).
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 9 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Speaker Placement F D When placing the Dipole Unit in front of the T.V. or monitor, use the Dipole Unit Stand to tilt the unit upwards to your listening position. You can place the Dipole Unit on the floor, coffee table or desktop. For the best listening effect, place the Dipole Unit between 50cm and 1.5m from the listening position and at ear level if possible.
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PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 11 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM System Functions 1. MUTE (On Remote Control): Mutes all output from the PS2000 Digital. Press this button once to mute. Press a second time to restore audio output. You can also enable or disable the mute function by pressing both volume buttons on the Dipole Unit together. 2. POWER ON/OFF (On Subwoofer): The POWER button on the Subwoofer controls the power supply input from the Power Adapter.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 12 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM 6. ANALOG (On Remote Control): Selects the analog input source signal from the analog LINE IN input or both the analog LINE IN and REAR IN inputs for FourPointSurround sound. FourPointSurround sound is auto-selected when the front and rear analog inputs are connected. (This function is also available on the Dipole Unit, use the SOURCE button) The possible analog input signals are; Stereo, FourPointSurround (FPS) and CMSS.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 13 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Dimension: Games. Pass through: System check and Stereo Dipole pre-encoded materials. 9. CMSS (On Remote Control): CMSS (Creative Multi Speaker Surround) processes analog 2-channel program material. Repeated presses of this button step through two different operation modes: Music>Movie. The default mode is CMSS Music. Music: Creates a 5.1 speaker soundfield appropriate for music from any analog sound source. Movie: Creates a 5.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 14 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Surround Reference Dolby Digital Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS) Dolby Digital (earlier called AC-3) delivers five discreet full-range channels (left front, center, right front, left surround and right surround) plus a separate Low Frequency Effects (LFE) channel. Many soundtracks on the latest generation laser discs, DVDs and High Definition Television (HDTV), are encoded with Dolby Digital technology. When a 5.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 15 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Applications The PS2000 Digital supports many signal source inputs, both analog and digital. For example: 1. Game consoles like the PlayStation 2 using the Optical or Line In connections. 2. DVD players with Dolby Digital (AC-3) optical outputs. DVD players with coaxial outputs (for example, the Creative labs PC-DVD Encore) may also be used. 3.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 16 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Specifications PlayWorks PS2000 Digital Dipole: 10 watts RMS Subwoofer: 12 watts RMS These specifications apply to PS2000 Digital operating from the supplied 15V 3A DC power adapter. 16 ™ EAX is a collection of powerful, innovative audio technologies. Developed by Creative's world-class audio scientists and built into groundbreaking Personal Digital Entertainment (PDE) solutions, EAX is changing the way audio is experienced.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 17 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Technical Support We are committed to giving you the best product as well as the best technical support. The European support area on our web site at www.creative.com is continuously updated and contains the following: Note: Before contacting “European Help Line”, please ensure that you have read the ‘Troubleshooting’ Appendix. The Creative web site at www.creative.com gives you access to the latest drivers and troubleshooting tips.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 18 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM If You Have a Problem Please retain all contents including packaging and proof of purchase until you are fully satisfied with product. If you have a problem installing or using your Creative product, please use the Creative Web Support and/or Telephone Support services for assistance.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 19 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Returning a product for repair ❑ Contact Technical Support to receive your authorisation number for repair/ replacement of product. ❑ Technical Support will communicate how to return the product in question for repair/replacement. ❑ You should only return the hardware item in question and return it to the address detailed by Technical Support. Please retain all software, accessories and the original packaging.
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 20 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Limited Warranty Creative Labs (Ireland) Limited (“Creative”) warrants to you, the original purchaser only, that the hardware product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years after the date of purchase, or such other period as may be expressly specified by Creative or required by applicable law (“Warranty Period”).
PS2000 Digital_UK.book Page 21 Thursday, August 3, 2000 10:53 AM Creative European Help Line CREATIVE LABS (IRELAND) LTD., Technical Support Department, Ballycoolin Business Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Ireland.
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