Altec Lansing VS232 Portable Speaker User Manual


 
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The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover (or back). No user- serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Connecting the Power Cord (AC Wall Socket)
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water — This apparatus shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. The apparatus should not be situated on a bed,
sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. The
apparatus must not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a closed
bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation
openings. Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the openings with
items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that pr
oduce heat.
9. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on
the apparatus.
10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other
. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the r
eplacement of
the obsolete outlet.
11.
Pr
otect the power cor
d from being walked on or pinched — particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
12. Do not install in an area which impedes the access to the power plug.
Disconnecting the power plug is the only way to completely r
emove power
to the product and must be readily accessible at all times.
13. Power source — Use only power supplies of the type specified in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. If a separate power
supply is included with this apparatus, do not substitute with any other
power supply
— use only manufacturer-provided power supplies.
14.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning stor
ms or when unused for long
periods of time.
15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped. For service, refer to qualified service
personnel, r
etur
n to the dealer
, or call the Altec Lansing service line for
assistance.
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. One Year
Limited Warranty
(Two-Year Limited Warranty In The European Union
and Asia)
What Does The Warranty Cover?: Altec Lansing warrants that its products shall be
fr
ee from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.
What Is The Period Of Coverage?: For units purchased in European Union or
Asia, this warranty runs for two years from the date of purchase. For units not
pur
chased in Europe or Asia, this warranty runs for one year from the date of
purchase. The term of any warranties implied by law shall expire when your
limited war
ranty expires. Some states and/or Member States in the European
Union do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
What Does The W
arranty Not Cover?:
This war
ranty does not cover any defect,
malfunction or failur
e that occurs as a result of: improper installation; misuse or
failure to follow the product directions; abuse; or use with improper, unintended
or faulty equipment. (For infor
mation on pr
oper installation, operation and use
consult the manual supplied with the product. If you require a replacement
manual, you may download a manual from
www.alteclansing.com.) Also,
consequential and incidental damages ar
e not recoverable under this warranty.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
What Will Altec Lansing Do To Correct The Problem?: Altec Lansing will, at its
option, r
epair or replace any product that proves to be defective in material or
workmanship. If your product is no longer being manufactured, or is out of
stock, at its option, Altec Lansing may replace your product with a similar or
better Altec Lansing product.
How To Get Warranty Service: To get a covered product repaired or replaced,
you must contact Altec Lansing during the warranty period by email
(csupport@alteclansing.com). You must include in your email, your name, address,
email address, telephone number, date of purchase and a complete description
of the problem you are experiencing. In the United States, you may alternatively
contact Altec Lansing by telephone at 1-800-ALTEC88 — please be prepared to
provide the same information. If the problem appears to be related to a defect in
material or workmanship, Altec Lansing will provide you a return authorization
and instructions for return shipment. Return shipments shall be at the customer’s
expense, and the return must be accompanied by the original proof of purchase.
You should insure the shipment as appropriate because you are responsible for
the product until it arrives at Altec Lansing.
How Will State Law Affect Your Rights?: This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Please
note that in the European Union, you as a consumer might have other legal
rights under national legislation of Eur
opean Union Member States gover
ning
the sale of Altec Lansing’s goods. Those rights are not affected by this guarantee.
The above limited warranties and remedies are sole warranties and remedies
available to purchaser, if, and to the extent, valid and enforceable under the
applicable law.
Customer Service
The answers to most setup and performance questions can be found in the
Troubleshooting guide. You can also consult the FAQs in the customer support
section of our W
eb site at
www
.alteclansing.com
. If you live in Nor
th America
and still can’t find the information you need, please call our customer service
team for assistance before returning the speakers to your retailer under their
r
etur
n policy
.
Tel: 800-258-3288
Email: csuppor
t@alteclansing.com
If you live outside of Nor
th America, please visit our website at
www.alteclansing.com and select your region to locate your country’s distributor.
For the most up-to-date infor
mation, be sure to check our Web site at
www.alteclansing.com.
International Distribution
International customers: For information regarding the distribution of Altec
Lansing products in your country, please visit
www.alteclansing.com and click on
your r
egion.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug with an
extension cor
d, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully
inserted to prevent blade exposure.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Long slot is neutral
(gr
ound) side.
Insert the wide blade into
the gr
ound side slot.