Cerwin-Vega VE-8F Portable Speaker User Manual


 
WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!
First off,you have great taste in loudspeakers. At Cerwin-Vega,deep bass and
great highs are a way of life.
Nice to know there are a few people out there who share our passion for
music. And we consider you to be the newest member of the family. We hope your
speakers give you years of enjoyment. Of course,in the event of a problem,make
sure you familiarize yourself with this warranty. We like to think that while you’re
sitting in front of your speakers,we’re standing behind them.And now a few
choice words from our lawyer. (Hey,every family has one.)
WHOS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY?
Cerwin-Vega’s Limited Warranty on residential speakers extends only to the original
purchaser as evidenced by the original Bill of Sale and only to the residential speakers
purchased from authorized Cerwin-Vega dealers.
Ten words of advice: retain the original bill of sale in a safe place!
WHATS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY?
Cerwin-Vega warrants that all new residential speakers shall be free from defects in
material and workmanship,under normal and proper use. Cerwin-Vega agrees to repair or
replace (at our option) all such defective parts at no charge for labor or materials.
WHATS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY?
This Limited Warranty does not apply to defective equipment that: Has been altered or
repaired by other than factory approved procedures;has been subjected to negligence,
misuse or accident;has been damaged by improper line voltage;had its serial number or any
part of it altered,defaced,or removed;has been used for other than home entertainment
purposes;or has been used in a way that is contrary to Cerwin-Vega’s written instructions.
Except as provided by statute,this Limited Warranty does not cover losses,consequential or
otherwise,resulting from the improper use of,or inability to operate,any Cerwin-Vega
product.
HOW LONG DOES THE WARRANTY EXTEND?
Cerwin-Vega’s Limited Warranty extends for a period of five (5) years for all system
speaker components and two (2) years for all associated electronics components,including
amplifier and controller devices,from date of purchase as shown on the original Bill of Sale.
If a defect exists within the warranty period,the warranty will not expire until the defect
has been fixed. The warranty period will also be extended if the warranty repairs have not
been performed due to delays caused by circumstances beyond the control of the original
purchaser,or if the warranty repairs did not remedy the defect and the original purchaser
notifies Cerwin-Vega or the original dealer or an Authorized Cerwin-Vega Service Center of
the failure of the repairs within 30 days after they were completed.
HOW DO YOU GET WARRANTY SERVICE?
In order to obtain warranty service,contact your original dealer or distributor,or an
Authorized Cerwin-Vega Service Center. If,for some reason,you have trouble locating a
service representative,contact Cerwin-Vega’s Customer Service Department for assistance:
Service@cerwin-vega.com
In some cases,the Customer Service Department can solve a service problem without
any return of equipment to Cerwin-Vega,thereby avoiding transit delays.
Phone: 818-534-1593 Fax: 818-534-1590
NOW, WHAT IF THE PRODUCT MUST BE RETURNED?
If the Customer Service Department determines that the equipment must be returned to
Cerwin-Vega for service,a Return Authorization will be issued by mail,and the defective
merchandise may be shipped to the address provided with the Return Authorization freight
prepaid,along with a copy of both the Return Authorization and the original Bill of Sale.The
product will be repaired or replaced (at our option) and returned to the original purchaser.
Only the return postage will be paid by Cerwin-Vega.Cerwin-Vega will not be responsible
for damage occurring in shipment from the original purchaser or due to improper packing
materials.Remember to pack all equipment carefully and in the original carton if possible.
Additional charges may be added if new packing materials are required for return shipment.
SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL PACKING MATERIALS!
OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THE LAW
The exercise of any of the provisions under the Limited Warranty does not affect the
protections or remedies of the original purchaser under other laws. If you have additional
questions about service,write or call the Customer Service Department. This Limited
Warranty applies to all residential speakers,and supersedes all previous warranty statements.
Cerwin-Vega reserves the right to make changes in product design and specifications at any
time.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN AND BY APPLICABLE LAW,CERWIN-VEGA MAKES NO
ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,AS TO THE EQUIPMENT,INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO,THE
MERCHANTABILITY,FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,DESIGN CONDITION OR
WORKMANSHIP OF THE EQUIPMENT,OR THE QUALITY OF THE MATERIAL INCLUDED
THEREIN,THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE SOLE AND ENTIRE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN CERWIN-VEGA AND THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER.
CERWIN-VEGAS LIMITED WARRANTY
I
MPORTANT
S
AFETY
I
NSTRUCTIONS
R
EAD
I
NSTRUCTIONS
- Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the product.
R
ETAIN
I
NSTRUCTIONS
- Retain all safety and operating instructions for future reference.
R
EAD
W
ARNINGS
- Read all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Follow all operating and use instructions.
P
OWER
S
OURCES
(VE-28S) - Connect the product only to a power receptacle of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on product. The main plug used as
disconnect device and shall remain readily operable..
G
ROUNDING
OR
P
OLARIZATION
(VE-28S) -Do not defeat the product’s grounding or
polarization feature.
P
OWER
C
ORD
P
ROTECTION
(VE-28S) - Route power-supply cords so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to
cords at plugs,convenience receptacles,and the point where they exit from the product.
W
ATER AND
M
OISTURE
- This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects filled with liquids,such as vases,shall be placed on the apparatus. Do not
use the product near water;e.g.,near a bathtub,washbowl,kitchen sink,laundry tub,in a
wet basement,or near a swimming pool,etc.
P
LACEMENT
- This product is designed for specific placement. Do not suspend,hang or
wall mount a VE-5M or VE-5C with any brackets,cables,chains or hooks. Place these
components only on bookshelves,appropriate stands,or on top of a television/monitor.
The VE-8,VE-12,VE-15 and VE-28S are for floor placement only.
H
EAT
- Place the product away from heat sources such as radiators,heat registers,stoves,or
other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
C
LEANING
- Clean the product only with a dry cloth;do not use any liquids such as water
or solvents.
O
BJECT AND
L
IQUID
E
NTRY
- Use care so that objects or liquids do not enter the enclosure
through openings.
D
AMAGE
R
EQUIRING
S
ERVICE
- If the product requires service,use only qualified service
personnel when:
A. Objects have fallen,or liquid has been spilled into the product;or
B. The product has been exposed to rain;or
C. The product does not appear to operate normally,or exhibits a marked
change in performance;or
D. The product has been dropped,or the enclosure damaged.
S
ERVICING
- Do not attempt to service the product beyond what is described in the
operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service
personnel. In the event your Cerwin-Vega speaker fails to operate properly,please contact
the dealer where you purchased the unit. Or,for further assistance contact us at the
addresses listed below.
H
EARING
D
AMAGE
W
ARNING
- Continuous,excessive exposure to sound pressure levels in
excess of 85 dB may cause hearing loss. Cerwin-Vega audio/video speaker systems are
capable of producing sound pressure levels greater than 85 dB.
All VE Series speakers are CE compliant.
Cerwin-Vega is constantly striving to maintain the highest consumer standards. As a
result of these efforts,modifications may be made from time to time to existing products
without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or shown
in this manual.
USA:Cerwin-Vega,9340 De Soto Ave.,Chatsworth,CA 91311
Stanton Group Europe:382 Avenue de la Couronne,1050 Brussels,Belguim
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS SPEAKER CABINET TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.