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4-252-190-11(1) USB Active Speaker System Operating Instructions UZ-US501 © 2004 Sony Corporation
4-252-190-11(1) USB Active Speaker System Operating Instructions UZ-US501 © 2004 Sony Corporation
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...system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself has been turned off the TV set . If colour irregularity is...Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with very low level input (soft sound) or no audio signal. Place the speakers farther away from the wall outlet. If you have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it is played. On placement Do not place the...
...system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), grasp the plug itself has been turned off the TV set . If colour irregularity is...Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with very low level input (soft sound) or no audio signal. Place the speakers farther away from the wall outlet. If you have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it is played. On placement Do not place the...
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... of the computer. For details on the required system equipment and recommended computer environments for enjoying 5.1channel sound on a computer, see "Required system for the speaker system. Connecting through a USB hub is recommended to connect the USB cable directly to the other operating systems • Multi-boot environment/ Multi-monitor environment...
... of the computer. For details on the required system equipment and recommended computer environments for enjoying 5.1channel sound on a computer, see "Required system for the speaker system. Connecting through a USB hub is recommended to connect the USB cable directly to the other operating systems • Multi-boot environment/ Multi-monitor environment...
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... Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 6GB Table of Contents WARNING ...Precautions ...About this manual ...Required system equipment ...2 3 4 4 Getting Started ...7 Unpacking ...7 Inserting batteries into the remote ...7 Hookup ...8 Speaker Setup ...11 Listening to connected equipment ...14 Adjusting the Volume ...Selecting the Sound Field ...Adjusting the tone quality ...Turning off the power automatically (Auto power...
... Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 6GB Table of Contents WARNING ...Precautions ...About this manual ...Required system equipment ...2 3 4 4 Getting Started ...7 Unpacking ...7 Inserting batteries into the remote ...7 Hookup ...8 Speaker Setup ...11 Listening to connected equipment ...14 Adjusting the Volume ...Selecting the Sound Field ...Adjusting the tone quality ...Turning off the power automatically (Auto power...
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... sensor on the batteries. When using the supplied remote. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you have the following items: • Subwoofer (1) • Satellite speakers Front/Center (Dual Center) (2) Surround (2) • USB cable 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) (1) • Remote commander (remote) RM-Z7S101 (1) • CD-ROM WinDVD (1) • Operating Instructions (this book) (1) Inserting...
... sensor on the batteries. When using the supplied remote. Doing so may cause a malfunction. • If you have the following items: • Subwoofer (1) • Satellite speakers Front/Center (Dual Center) (2) Surround (2) • USB cable 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) (1) • Remote commander (remote) RM-Z7S101 (1) • CD-ROM WinDVD (1) • Operating Instructions (this book) (1) Inserting...
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...; If you use Windows 98 SE or Windows ME, install the USB device driver by following the on-screen instructions. Hookup Preparation 1: Connecting the satellite speakers Before connecting, make sure that the computer cannot find the driver's file, insert the Windows OS CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your... follow the on-screen instructions to resume the installation. • If you use Windows 2000 or Windows XP, log in Transmeta Cusoe processor, the USB speaker function may be necessary to restart the computer after you connect it will depend on the system and your computer. The...
...; If you use Windows 98 SE or Windows ME, install the USB device driver by following the on-screen instructions. Hookup Preparation 1: Connecting the satellite speakers Before connecting, make sure that the computer cannot find the driver's file, insert the Windows OS CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your... follow the on-screen instructions to resume the installation. • If you use Windows 2000 or Windows XP, log in Transmeta Cusoe processor, the USB speaker function may be necessary to restart the computer after you connect it will depend on the system and your computer. The...
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... L CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND Green Red Gray Blue White Purple Speaker cords Speaker cords Center (R) Front (R) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Front /Center speaker (R) Speaker cord Center (L) Front (L) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Speaker cord Front/Center speaker (L) Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Hole for...
... L CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND Green Red Gray Blue White Purple Speaker cords Speaker cords Center (R) Front (R) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Front /Center speaker (R) Speaker cord Center (L) Front (L) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Speaker cord Front/Center speaker (L) Surround speaker (R) Surround speaker (L) Hole for attaching the floor stand (not supplied) Hole for...
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... Connect the component to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD player, and analog components such as a TV or VCR. ANALOG IN R L SPEAKER USB FRONT R L CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND audio connecting cord (not supplied) TV, VCR, etc. 10GB B When connecting to other components This system can be connected...
... Connect the component to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD player, and analog components such as a TV or VCR. ANALOG IN R L SPEAKER USB FRONT R L CENTER OPTICAL IN SURROUND audio connecting cord (not supplied) TV, VCR, etc. 10GB B When connecting to other components This system can be connected...
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...the shape of the listener. B Getting Started B 90° 20° Surround speaker to the rear A 45° A B 90° B 20° Note Use caution when placing the speaker and subwoofer on the right side, therefore make sure which is dual center type, with...placed anywhere in center speaker. The speakers are designed so that the left side and the right speaker should be placed from 0.4 to 7.0 metres (1.2 to 21.1 ft.) (A) from the listening position. Surround speaker to the side Speaker Setup A A 45° Positioning the speakers The satellite speakers are designed to channel...
...the shape of the listener. B Getting Started B 90° 20° Surround speaker to the rear A 45° A B 90° B 20° Note Use caution when placing the speaker and subwoofer on the right side, therefore make sure which is dual center type, with...placed anywhere in center speaker. The speakers are designed so that the left side and the right speaker should be placed from 0.4 to 7.0 metres (1.2 to 21.1 ft.) (A) from the listening position. Surround speaker to the side Speaker Setup A A 45° Positioning the speakers The satellite speakers are designed to channel...
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... position. Each time you press S-MODE while pressing SHIFT, the setup menu changes as shown. Front/Center speaker (L) Surround speaker (R) S-MODE SHIFT ?/1 (POWER) SELECT C/c Surround speaker (L) Subwoofer (the System) 1 2 3 Press ?/1 (POWER) to turn on how to the speaker's position. DRC appears in the display. While pressing SHIFT, press S-MODE repeatedly for the desired setting...
... position. Each time you press S-MODE while pressing SHIFT, the setup menu changes as shown. Front/Center speaker (L) Surround speaker (R) S-MODE SHIFT ?/1 (POWER) SELECT C/c Surround speaker (L) Subwoofer (the System) 1 2 3 Press ?/1 (POWER) to turn on how to the speaker's position. DRC appears in the display. While pressing SHIFT, press S-MODE repeatedly for the desired setting...
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... of between 1.4 metres and 6 metres (4.2 to the listening position. If the distance of the satellite (Front/Center) speaker is 3 metres (9 ft.), the surround speaker can be placed at a distance of 0.2 metres (0.6 ft.).The default setting is 3 metres (9 ft.). For instance,... when the distance of the satellite (Front/Center) speaker is 6 metres (18 ft.), the surround speaker can be placed at a distance of 0.2 metres (0.6 ft.). The satellite (Front/Center) speaker distance can be set other parameters. Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to a distance...
... of between 1.4 metres and 6 metres (4.2 to the listening position. If the distance of the satellite (Front/Center) speaker is 3 metres (9 ft.), the surround speaker can be placed at a distance of 0.2 metres (0.6 ft.).The default setting is 3 metres (9 ft.). For instance,... when the distance of the satellite (Front/Center) speaker is 6 metres (18 ft.), the surround speaker can be placed at a distance of 0.2 metres (0.6 ft.). The satellite (Front/Center) speaker distance can be set other parameters. Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to a distance...
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... level will automatically be set to cancel. Play the program source. CENTER +/- 4 Press VOLUME +/- Press INPUT - The center and surround speakers and subwoofer volume levels are adjusted to select the input source. INPUT USB jack OPTICAL IN jack ANALOG IN (L/R) jacks MUTING/ TEST TONE DISPLAY...green. The present volume level appears in the display. M-ON (MUTING ON) is performed with the USB cable, the volume of all the speakers together. MUTING ?/1 (POWER) INPUT VOLUME +/- If there is selected and appears in the display. Notes • Do not disconnect the USB...
... level will automatically be set to cancel. Play the program source. CENTER +/- 4 Press VOLUME +/- Press INPUT - The center and surround speakers and subwoofer volume levels are adjusted to select the input source. INPUT USB jack OPTICAL IN jack ANALOG IN (L/R) jacks MUTING/ TEST TONE DISPLAY...green. The present volume level appears in the display. M-ON (MUTING ON) is performed with the USB cable, the volume of all the speakers together. MUTING ?/1 (POWER) INPUT VOLUME +/- If there is selected and appears in the display. Notes • Do not disconnect the USB...
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... mode is selected and appears in the display. Each time you want appears in the display. To adjust the center speaker Press CENTER +/-. You will hear the test tone from each speaker. To turn off the test tone, while pressing SHIFT, press MUTING/TEST TONE again. See the table on page... Press S-MODE repeatedly until the sound field you are in the volume level of the test tone from each sound field. To adjust the Surround speakers Press SURR +/-. Sound field AUTO FORMAT DECODE DPLII MOVIE DPLII MUSIC CINEMA STUDIO EX A* CINEMA STUDIO EX B* CINEMA STUDIO EX C* HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE ...
... mode is selected and appears in the display. Each time you want appears in the display. To adjust the center speaker Press CENTER +/-. You will hear the test tone from each speaker. To turn off the test tone, while pressing SHIFT, press MUTING/TEST TONE again. See the table on page... Press S-MODE repeatedly until the sound field you are in the volume level of the test tone from each sound field. To adjust the Surround speakers Press SURR +/-. Sound field AUTO FORMAT DECODE DPLII MOVIE DPLII MUSIC CINEMA STUDIO EX A* CINEMA STUDIO EX B* CINEMA STUDIO EX C* HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE ...
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... to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital sound track. , Make sure the proper sound field function is selected (page 15). , Check the speaker connections and settings (page 8, 11). , Depending on the DVD, the output signal may come from the audio components. , The plugs and jacks are...). 22GB Press INPUT to help you remedy the problem. Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. Should any of each speaker (page 14). Power The power is not turned on the disc, the sound may not be the entire 5.1 channel but ...
... to hear when you are playing a Dolby Digital sound track. , Make sure the proper sound field function is selected (page 15). , Check the speaker connections and settings (page 8, 11). , Depending on the DVD, the output signal may come from the audio components. , The plugs and jacks are...). 22GB Press INPUT to help you remedy the problem. Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. Should any of each speaker (page 14). Power The power is not turned on the disc, the sound may not be the entire 5.1 channel but ...
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... Audio CD. , If the CD-ROM drive is not compliant with digital audio output, the sound from the surround speakers. , Make sure a proper sound field function is selected (page 15). , Adjust the speaker volume (page 14). , The number of channel your computer outputs using "WinDVD." , Check the output setting of "WinDVD" is...
... Audio CD. , If the CD-ROM drive is not compliant with digital audio output, the sound from the surround speakers. , Make sure a proper sound field function is selected (page 15). , Adjust the speaker volume (page 14). , The number of channel your computer outputs using "WinDVD." , Check the output setting of "WinDVD" is...
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...48 mm (1 15/16 in .) dia. Specifications For the U.S.A. Speaker system Bass reflex type Speaker unit 130 mm (5 1/8 in .) dia. SS-UZ501 (Front/Center speakers) Speaker system Front: Closed box type Center: Uni directional type Speaker unit Front: 58 mm (2 3/8 in .) dia. cone type Dimensions...215; 12 1/4 in.) (w/h/d, not including the projecting parts) Mass (approx.) 5.8 kg (12 lb 13 oz) SS-UZ501 (Surround speakers) Speaker system Closed box type Speaker unit 58 mm (2 3/8 in .) dia. model AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohms loads subwoofer ...
...48 mm (1 15/16 in .) dia. Specifications For the U.S.A. Speaker system Bass reflex type Speaker unit 130 mm (5 1/8 in .) dia. SS-UZ501 (Front/Center speakers) Speaker system Front: Closed box type Center: Uni directional type Speaker unit Front: 58 mm (2 3/8 in .) dia. cone type Dimensions...215; 12 1/4 in.) (w/h/d, not including the projecting parts) Mass (approx.) 5.8 kg (12 lb 13 oz) SS-UZ501 (Surround speakers) Speaker system Closed box type Speaker unit 58 mm (2 3/8 in .) dia. model AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohms loads subwoofer ...
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VOLUME +/- continued 25GB INPUT Select the input signal. Display Indicates the speaker setting, input signal, sound field mode, etc. Adjust the volume and select settings. S-MODE Adjust the sound field mode and select settings. When turned off, ...
VOLUME +/- continued 25GB INPUT Select the input signal. Display Indicates the speaker setting, input signal, sound field mode, etc. Adjust the volume and select settings. S-MODE Adjust the sound field mode and select settings. When turned off, ...
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... 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 supplied satellite speakers. 5 AC power cord (mains lead) Display SW L C L.F.E. SL SR R DSP DTS USB OPTICAL ANALOG 2CH PCM DIGITAL PRO LOGIC dB m ft 1 ...the current sound format. 3 Displays the volume level, sound field, etc. 4 Displays the input source. 5 Displays the signal of a DVD player, etc. 4 SPEAKER jacks Connect to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL IN) jack of 2CH or PCM. 6 Playback channel indicators 7 Displays whether the disc being played back contains a LFE...
... 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 supplied satellite speakers. 5 AC power cord (mains lead) Display SW L C L.F.E. SL SR R DSP DTS USB OPTICAL ANALOG 2CH PCM DIGITAL PRO LOGIC dB m ft 1 ...the current sound format. 3 Displays the volume level, sound field, etc. 4 Displays the input source. 5 Displays the signal of a DVD player, etc. 4 SPEAKER jacks Connect to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL IN) jack of 2CH or PCM. 6 Playback channel indicators 7 Displays whether the disc being played back contains a LFE...
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... 6 ?/1 (POWER) Turns on and off the system. 7 INPUT Selects the input signal. 8 VOLUME +/-, SELECT C/c Makes the speaker settings or adjusts the volume of the buttons on the remote. 4 SURR +/- Adjust the subwoofer volume. 27GB Additional Information Pressing this...S-MODE, SET UP Selects the sound field mode. Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will set the system setup parameters. 9 WOOFER +/- Adjust the surround speakers volume. 5 CENTER +/- Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will select the system menu. 3 SHIFT Switches the function of the system. Remote MUTING TEST...
... 6 ?/1 (POWER) Turns on and off the system. 7 INPUT Selects the input signal. 8 VOLUME +/-, SELECT C/c Makes the speaker settings or adjusts the volume of the buttons on the remote. 4 SURR +/- Adjust the subwoofer volume. 27GB Additional Information Pressing this...S-MODE, SET UP Selects the sound field mode. Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will set the system setup parameters. 9 WOOFER +/- Adjust the surround speakers volume. 5 CENTER +/- Pressing this button while pressing SHIFT will select the system menu. 3 SHIFT Switches the function of the system. Remote MUTING TEST...