Wireless Indoor/Outdoor Speaker with auto-tuning Model AW822 Installation and Operation Manual
Important Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Table of Contents Introduction........................................................................................1 Tour of the Speaker System..............................................................2 Connecting the Speaker System.......................................................4 Adjusting the Transmitter.................................................................6 Tuning the Speaker............................................................................6 Turning the Speaker Off.....
Tour of the Speaker System Speaker Front View STDBY./TUNED indicator lights red when the speaker is first powered on; it turns blue when the speaker is tuned to the transmitter CHARGE indicator lights red when the speaker is turned off and rechargeable batteries are loaded Speaker Side View Carrying handle ON/OFF/TUNING/VOL.
Transmitter Front View Transmission indicator lights blue when the audio is present and the transmitter is broadcasting Transmitter Back View Channel select switch lets you find the best transmission frequency for your environment Built-in audio input cable connects to your sound source using one of the connection options shown on the next pages Transmitter power input jack receives the small round end of the included 12V 100mA AC power adapter Included Accessories /4” headphone adapter (3.5mm to 6.
Connecting the Speaker System Powering the Transmitter Connect the small, round plug from the transmitter AC power adapter to the transmitter’s power input jack. Plug the other end of the transmitter AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet. Note: Be sure to use the AC power adapter rated 12V DC 100 mA. Transmitter 120V AC wall outlet AC Power Adapter Note: There is no transmitter ON/OFF switch. The transmitter is designed to be left plugged in and powered at all times.
Warning: This product is designed to work with line level outputs or headphone outputs only. DO NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will permanently damage the transmitter. Powering the Speaker There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or using 8 C-cell batteries (not included). AC Power Adapters 1. Turn the speaker volume down by rotating the ON/OFF/TUNING/VOL. control on the side of the speaker all the way to the left.
Adjusting the Transmitter 1. Turn on your audio source (for example, A/V receiver, TV, stereo, etc.) and play music at a normal listening volume. Transmitter Back View Built-in audio input cable Transmitter power input jack 2. Set the channel select switch on the back of the transmitter to one of the transmitter’s three broadcast frequencies: 1, 2 or 3. If you experience poor reception or interference, try choosing a different frequency by moving the channel select switch to another position.
2. Adjust the volume on the speaker as desired. Speaker Side View Left/Mono/Right Slide Switch 3. Set up the speaker for mono or stereo operation. a) Monaural operation: The monaural mode (MONO) is recommended when using a single AW822 by itself. For monaural operation, set the L/MONO/R switch to “MONO” on each speaker. b) Stereo operation: You need an additional AW822 speaker for the stereo option.
More Helpful Information About Fixed-Level Audio Outputs A fixed-level, or line-level, audio output is considered ideal since it provides an audio signal unchanged by adjustments to the audio source volume control. Hint: Fixed-level audio outputs from stereo receivers/amps will typically be designated as Tape, Tape 1, and Tape 2 outputs, or VCR audio output connections These outputs are frequently marked on A/V equipment as ‘TAPE OUTPUT,’ ‘TAPE OUT,’ ‘TAPE REC, or ‘TAPE RECORD or REC OUT.
Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting guide takes you through some of the more common problems associated with the installation and/or operation of a wireless system. If the problem persists, please call toll-free at 1-800- 732-6866 or visit www.araccessories.com. Issue: Cause and solution: No sound • Check that the transmitter AC power adapter is fully inserted into the wall outlet and the power cord from the AC adapter is firmly connected to the transmitter power input jack.
Specifications Transmitter Speaker • Omni-directional 900MHz broadcast • Effective transmitting range: up to 250 ft. (80m)* • Phase-locked loop circuitry (PLL) • Automatic level control (ALC) • 3 selectable broadcast frequencies • Stereo audio input • Push-button, auto-lock tuning • 2-way acoustic design: 2” dome tweeter, 5” woofer • 7.
Addendum to the Installation Manual Accessing the Speaker Battery Compartment There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or using 8 C-cell batteries (not included). The Installation and Operation Manual takes you through the steps to do both on page 5. The Installation and Operation Manual does not include instructions for accessing the battery compartment on the speaker. Speaker Bottom To remove the speaker battery compartment cover: 1.
