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Welcome to the extraordinary world of Altec Lansing high-fidelity
sound. The XA3051 is a 6-speaker Dolby Surround Pro Logic system
that pulls you into the game. You’ll be able to hear every detail and
feel the intensity of the action that surrounds you!
Great television sound isn’t all you’ll experience with the XA3051
system. With 100 watts of total system power, it delivers thrilling
performance from video gaming systems, DVD players, MP3 players,
CD players and other audio sources.
Box Contents
• 4 Satellite Speakers
• 1 Center Speaker
• Subwoofer
• Wired Controller
• 3-Meter Stereo Audio RCA Cable, Male-to-Male
• 3-Meter Composite Video RCA Extender Cable, Female-to-Male
• AC Power Adapter
• Manual
• Quick Connect Card (QCC)
Placing Speakers
SUBWOOFER
All stereo information is heard through the satellite speakers. Because low
frequency sound is non-directional, you can place the subwoofer anywhere
you choose. However, placing the subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or
in a corner provides better bass efficiency and optimum sound.
WARNING: The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded. Therefore, it
SHOULD always be placed at least 2 feet (0.6m) from TVs, computer
monitors, computer hard drives or any other magnetic media (e.g.
floppy disks, Zip disks, VHS or cassette tapes, etc.).
SATELLITE SPEAKERS
Arrange the two front satellites to suit your listening tastes – from
directly next to the TV to as far apart as the speaker cords allow. Arrange
the two rear satellites behind and to either side of your listening position.
NOTE: The satellite speakers ARE magnetically shielded and can be
placed close to video displays such as TVs and computer monitors
without distorting the image.
CENTER SPEAKER
Position the center speaker directly in front of you as close to the TV
as possible.
NOTE: The center speaker IS magnetically shielded and can be placed
close to video displays such as TVs and computer monitors without
distorting the image.
Making Connections
WARNING: Do not insert the speaker system’s power adapter plug
into an AC outlet until all connections are made. Also, turn off your
audio source (i.e., TV, video gaming system, DVD player or VCR) before
connecting its outputs to the XA3051’s inputs.
To ensure first-time operation as expected, please carefully follow the
connection sequence described below.
SATELLITE AND CENTER SPEAKERS
To set-up the XA3051 system, plug the right satellite’s orange connector
into the "RIGHT" output on the rear of the subwoofer and the left satellite’s
brown connector into the "LEFT" output on the rear of the subwoofer.
Plug the right rear satellite’s purple connector into the "RIGHT REAR"
output on the rear of the subwoofer and the left rear satellite’s yellow
connector into the "LEFT REAR" output on the rear of the subwoofer.
Plug the center speaker’s blue connector into the "CENTER" output on
the rear of the subwoofer.
WIRED CONTROLLER
Connect the grey-colored DIN connector from the wired controller into
the grey "CONTROLLER" jack on the rear of the subwoofer.
For easy insertion of the DIN connector, the arrow on the connector
must face up.
PRIMARY INPUTS
The primary input jacks are located on the subwoofer. Using the supplied
RCA cable, connect any audio source that has red (right) and white (left) RCA
output jacks to the XA3051’s red (right) and white (left) RCA input jacks.
In some setup configurations, you may want to use the supplied
composite video (yellow) RCA extender cable to allow greater
separation between the TV and subwoofer.
NOTE: For the clearest sound, try muting your TV’s speakers when
using the TV as an audio source.
AUXILIARY INPUT
The auxiliary or secondary input is located on the subwoofer. Connect
any audio source that has a stereo 3.5mm plug (i.e. headphone style
jack), including portable CD or MP3 players.
CAUTION: Make sure the audio source features a line-out jack. This will
ensure that the output is not amplified. Check the owner’s manual for
your audio device for more information.
NOTE: You may need a cable that has RCA plugs on one end and a 3.5
mm stereo male plug on the other or 3.5 mm stereo plugs on both
ends. This plug may be purchased at most electronics stores.
Headphones
To use one or two headphones with the system, plug them into the
labeled jacks on the end of the wired controller. When headphones
are connected, the satellites and the subwoofer are muted.
Powering On
NOTE: You must first remove the protective plastic sleeves on both
ends of the power adapter before you plug in the system.
1. After all other connections are made, plug the power adapter into
the back of the subwoofer and into an AC wall socket.
NOTE: To ensure a secure connection, the power adapter uses a
locking connector. To unlock the power adapter, don’t simply pull on
the cable. Gently pull back the connector sleeve until it releases.
2. Turn on the audio source (TV, video gaming system, DVD player or VCR).
3. Turn on the Altec Lansing XA3051 speaker system by pressing the
power button on the wired controller (see below.) A green LED on
the wired controller will illuminate.
NOTE: To avoid hearing a popping sound when you turn on your
Altec Lansing speaker system, always turn on your audio source first.
Using the Wired Controller
For your convenience, the wired controller lets you do the following:
• Power the system on or off.
• Control master, left, right, center and rear volumes.
• Adjust bass and treble levels.
• Select listening mode.
• Reset volumes, bass and treble to default levels.
• Test all six speakers to verify their operation.
Power
Press the "Power" button on the wired controller to turn on the speaker
system. A green LED on the wired controller will illuminate, indicating
power is on. Push the "Power" button again to turn off the system.
MASTER VOLUME
By default, the dial on the wired controller is the master volume control
for the speaker system. Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume and
counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. If the bass/center, treble/rear or test
LED is lit, wait a few seconds for it to turn off, then adjust the master volume.
NOTE: Three buttons on the wired controller have multiple functions.
The primary function is written in white text. The secondary function is
written in grey text.
1. Press and release a button to access its white-text feature. The LED
associated with that white-text feature will light solidly for a few
seconds while you use that feature and will then turn off.
2. As explained on the back of the wired controller, press and hold a
button for a few seconds to access its grey-text feature. The LED
associated with that grey-text feature will flash on and off for a few
seconds while you use that feature and will then turn off.
Bass
To adjust the bass level, press the bass/center button on the wired controller.
The bass/center LED will light solidly. Turn the dial on the wired controller
clockwise to increase the bass level and counter-clockwise to decrease the
bass level. After a few seconds of inactivity, the bass LED will turn off.
Treble
To adjust the treble level, press the treble/rear button on the wired controller.
The treble/rear LED will light solidly. Turn the dial on the wired controller
clockwise to increase the treble level and counter-clockwise to decrease the
treble level. After a few seconds of inactivity, the treble LED will turn off.
Center
To adjust the center speaker volume, press and hold the bass/center
button on the wired controller for a few seconds. Center volume is
represented by the bass LED. As a result, the bass/center LED will flash
on and off when you are adjusting the volume of the center speaker.
Turn the dial on the wired controller clockwise to increase the center
speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease the center speaker
volume. After a few seconds of inactivity, the bass LED will turn off.
Rear
To adjust the rear speaker volume, press and hold the treble/rear
button on the wired controller for a few seconds. Rear volume is
represented by the treble LED. As a result, the treble/rear LED will flash
on and off when you are adjusting the volume of the rear speakers.
Turn the dial on the wired controller clockwise to increase the rear
speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease the rear speaker
volume. After a few seconds of inactivity, the treble LED will turn off.
RESET BASS, TREBLE, CENTER AND REAR
To reset the bass, treble, center and rear controls to default levels,
press and hold both the bass and treble buttons down at the same
time for a few seconds.
NOTE: The XA3051 will remember your settings even if you turn if off or
unplug it from the wall.
MODE
In the stereo mode, only the subwoofer, left-front and right-front
speakers receive an audio signal.
In the surround mode, the Dolby Surround Pro Logic circuitry sends an
audio signal to all six speakers.
By default, the XA3051 starts up in the surround listening mode. Pressing
and releasing the mode/test button enables you to toggle between the
stereo and surround listening modes.
TEST
To verify that all speakers are correctly connected and to reset volumes, press
and hold the mode/test button on the wired controller for a few seconds.
The test LED will flash on and off for a few seconds while an audio signal is
sent to the front left speaker. This is repeated for the center, front right and
rear speakers (the two rear speakers receive the signal simultaneously).
While a speaker is being tested, you may turn the dial on the wired
controller to adjust its relative volume. Turn clockwise to increase the
speaker’s volume and counterclockwise to decrease the speaker’s volume.
RESET MASTER VOLUME AND ADJUST RELATIVE VOLUMES
To reset the master volume and each speaker’s relative volume to default
levels, press and hold the mode/test button on the wired controller for a
few seconds.
NOTE: The XA3051 will remember your settings even if you turn if off or
unplug it from the wall.
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WELCOME
XA3051
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Total System Power: 100 Watts (50 Watts RMS)
Frequency Response: 32 Hz - 18 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio @ 1 kHz input
:> 76 dB
Crossover Frequency: 150Hz
System THD (distortion): < 0.2 % THD @ -10 dB full-
scale input voltage
Input Impedance: 10k ohms
SATELLITE AMPLIFIED SPEAKERS
Drivers (per satellite): One 3" full-range driver
Driver (per Center Speaker): One 3" full-range driver
SUBWOOFER
Speaker Drivers: One 6.5" long-throw woofer
POWER REQUIREMENTS
USA/Canada/and applicable 120 V AC @ 60 Hz
Latin American countries:
Europe/United Kingdom; 230 V AC @ 50 Hz
applicable Asian countries;
Argentina, Chile and Uruguay:
ETL / cETL / CE / NOM / IRAM Approved
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 Web site at www.alteclansing.com. If you 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 return policy.
Customer service is available 7 days a week for your convenience. Our
business hours are: Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight EST
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
1-800-ALTEC-88 (1-800-258-3288)
Email: csupport@alteclansing.com
For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check our Web site at
www.alteclansing.com.
© 2002 Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. Designed and engineered in the
USA and manufactured in our ISO9002 certified factory. United States
Patents 4429181 and 4625328 plus other patents pending.
System Specifications
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