4-252-190-11(2) USB Active Speaker System Operating Instructions UZ-US501 © 2004 Sony Corporation
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. For customers in the U.S.A.
If colour irregularity persists... Precautions Place the speakers farther away from the TV set. On safety If colour irregularity is observed again and continuously... Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Do not place magnetic objects near the speakers as magnetic interaction between them may cause colour irregularity on a nearby TV screen. On power sources Magnetic objects ...
About this manual The instructions in this manual primarily describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the basic controls on the system if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. About installing the supplied software “WinDVD,” refer to 5, 20 page, and for instructions, refer to the help file after connecting the system. Required system equipment Required system for computer The following hardware and software are necessary for the speaker system.
Required system for WinDVD When you use “WinDVD,” these condition are required for the following environments. Before installing “WinDVD,” be sure the minimum required system and hardware exists.
Table of Contents WARNING .......................................................................................................... Precautions ........................................................................................................ About this manual .............................................................................................. Required system equipment .............................................................................. 2 3 4 4 Getting Started ..................
Getting Started Unpacking You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied) by matching the + and – on the batteries. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the system. Getting Started Check that you have the following items: • Subwoofer (1) • Satellite speakers Front/Center (Dual Center) (2) Surround (2) • USB cable 1.8 m (5.9 ft.
Hookup Preparation 1: Connecting the satellite speakers Before connecting, make sure that the subwoofer is turned off and the power cord unplugged. Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer. The speaker plugs and each terminal of the subwoofer are colour-coded. Connect the speaker cables to their matching colour-coded terminals. After connecting the speakers to the system, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of this system to a wall outlet (mains).
Connection Subwoofer (this system) ANALOG IN R L SPEAKER R USB L To wall outlet (mains) FRONT CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND Getting Started A ANALOG IN R To USB port L SPEAKER R USB L FRONT CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND Green Red Gray Blue White Purple Speaker cords Speaker cords Center (R) Center (L) Front (R) Front (L) Hole for attaching the floor stand Front /Center (commercially available) speaker (R) Speaker cord Surround speaker (R) Hole for attaching the floor stand (commercia
B When connecting to other components This system can be connected to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD player, and analog components such as a TV or VCR. See also the operating instructions of the equipment you want to connect. Connecting to a digital audio/video component Connect the component to the OPTICAL IN jack. ANALOG IN R L SPEAKER R USB L FRONT CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND optical digital cord (commercially available) DVD player, CD player, etc.
Surround speaker to the side Speaker Setup A B Getting Started The satellite speakers are designed so that the left speaker should be set only on the left side and the right speaker should be set only on the right side, therefore make sure which is which when setting up. Each satellite (Front/Center) speaker is dual center type, with built-in center speaker. The speakers are designed to channel sounds inward.
Speaker installation Specifying the speaker parameters For best performance, we recommend speaker placement as shown. Installation image when connecting computer Front/Center speaker (L) Front/Center speaker (R) For the best possible surround sound, specify the distance of the speakers from your listening position. This system will reproduce the best possible surround sound by automatically adjusting the output from each speaker according to the speaker’s position.
While pressing SHIFT, set the parameter using SELECT C/c. 5 Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to set other parameters. If you do not operate the remote for a few seconds, the parameter turns off and is stored in the system. Parameters The following are the parameters. xF-DIS (FRONT DISTANCE) Set the distance from the satellite (Front/ Center) speakers to the listening position. The satellite (Front/Center) speaker distance can be set anywhere from 0.4 (1.2 ft.) to 7.0 metres (21.1 ft.), in steps of 0.2 metres (0.6 ft.
Listening to connected equipment Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the volume of all the speakers together You can adjust the volume of all the speakers together. MUTING ?/1 (POWER) INPUT To mute the sound Press MUTING. M-ON (MUTING ON) is appears in the display. Press MUTING again to cancel. Notes • Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the power during playback. • When you increase the volume, the fan of the subwoofer starts working.
To adjust the center speaker Press CENTER +/–. To adjust the Surround speakers Press SURR +/–. To adjust the subwoofer Press WOOFER +/–. You can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the pre-programmed sound fields according to the program you want to listen to. You will get such presence that you will have the illusion that you are in a movie theater or concert hall while you are in your own room. See the table on page 17 for the details on each sound field.
About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound) In collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony measured the sound environment of their studios and integrated the data of the measurement and Sony’s own DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theatre an ideal movie theatre sound environment based on the preference of the movie director.
Features of each sound field mode Sound field mode AUTO FORMAT DECODE DPLII MOVIE/MUSIC (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie/Music) CINEMA STUDIO EX B CINEMA STUDIO EX C HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE CONCERT GAME 2CH STEREO HEADPHONE THEATER Listening to connected equipment CINEMA STUDIO EX A Effect Automatically detects the type of audio signal being input and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/ encoded, without adding any effects.
Adjusting the tone quality Turning off the power automatically (Auto power on/off function) Making the low-level sound (DOLBY DRC*) When you listen at low volume, the system compresses the dynamic range and finely adjusts for low-level sound. It is only functional when a DVD disc for DRC (audio DRC) is played. If this function is on, if no signal is applied to the selected input (selected by INPUT) for more than 5 minutes, system power will turn off automatically.
To activate the auto power on/off function S-MODE SELECT C/c 1 While pressing SHIFT, press S-MODE repeatedly until APC (Auto Power Control) appears in the display. 2 While pressing SHIFT, select ON using SELECT C/c. Select OFF, to turn off the auto power on/off function. The default setting is OFF. Listening to connected equipment SHIFT Tip To turn off the system completely when AUTO POWER is on, press ?/1 (POWER). The AUTO POWER indicator will turn off.
Listening to 5.1ch via a connected computer Installation and setting for “WinDVD” You can enjoy 5.1 channel sound on this system when you install the supplied application software “WinDVD” on your computer. Follow the procedure to install and output setting for “WinDVD.” For using “WinDVD,” refer to Help after installing. Installing WinDVD 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install. In compliance with your request, specify the drive and folder to install.
3 Select the “Digital (S/PDIF) out to External Processor,” click “Apply” and then click “OK.” Enjoying DVD via a connected computer 1 Turn on the power of the system and its USB-connected computer. 2 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive of your computer. “WinDVD” starts automatically. Play the DVD. 3 Press INPUT on the system to select “USB.” To use “WinDVD,” refer to Help Select “Help” from the menu on the screen in step 2 of “Setting “WinDVD” on your computer” (page 20). InterVideo Inc. http://www.
Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. Severe hum or noise is heard. , Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely (page 8). , Check that the connecting cords are not near a transformer, motor, TV or fluorescent light. , Move the TV away from the audio components.
No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers. , The number of channel your computer outputs using “WinDVD” vary depends on the disc. , Make sure a proper sound field function is selected (page 15). , Adjust the speaker volume (page 14). There is no sound from Audio CD. The remote does not function. The system does not operate properly. , Static electricity, etc., may affect the system’s operation. Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) once, then connect it again.
Specifications Mass (approx.) 650g (1 lb 7 oz) × 2 Length of cable 3 m (9 ft.) SS-US501 (Surround speakers) AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohms loads subwoofer driven, from 20 - 200 Hz; rated 20 watts minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Speaker system Closed box type Speaker unit 58 mm (2 3/8 in.) dia. cone type Rated impedance 8 ohms Dimensions (approx.
Index to Parts and Controls Subwoofer (Front Panel) INPUT PHONES VOLUME AUTO POWER Additional Information S-MODE 1 HEADPHONE jack Connect headphones here. 2 AUTO POWER indicator When the system is in the AUTO POWER ON mode, the indicator lights up green. 3 ?/1 (POWER) indicator When turned on, lights up green. When turned off, lights up red (STANDBY MODE). 4 ?/1 (POWER) Turns on and off the power of the system. 5 6 7 8 9 (remote sensor) Receives the remote control signals.
Subwoofer (Rear Panel) ANALOG IN R L SPEAKER R USB L FRONT CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND 1 ANALOG IN (L/R) jacks Connect to the audio output of a TV, VCR, etc. 2 USB jack Connect to the computer. 3 OPTICAL IN jack Connect to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL IN) jack of a DVD player, etc. 4 SPEAKER jacks Connect to the supplied satellite speakers. 5 AC power cord (mains lead) Display SW L C R L.F.E.
Remote MUTING TEST TONE INPUT S-MODE SET UP VOLUME SELECT SHIFT SELECT CENTER WOOFER Additional Information SURR 1 MUTING, TEST TONE Mutes the sound. Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will sound the test tone. 2 S-MODE, SET UP Selects the sound field mode. Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will select the system menu. 3 SHIFT Switches the function of the buttons on the remote. 4 SURR +/– Adjust the surround speakers volume. 5 CENTER +/– Adjust the center speaker volume.
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