40-1386.fm Page 1 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM Cat. No. 40-1386 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this speaker system.
40-1386.fm Page 2 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM INTRODUCTION Your Radio Shack AMX-14 Shielded Speaker System provides superior sound from your portable radio, tape player, CD player, a personal computer, or multimedia system. It is compatible with most sound card technology to enhance voice synthesized programs, multimedia presentations, and video games. In addition, it is fully shielded to protect your video monitor, hard drive, and diskettes from magnetic interference.
40-1386.fm Page 3 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM INSTALLATION MOUNTING THE SPEAKERS ON A PERSONAL COMPUTER For the best stereo effect, follow these steps to mount these speakers on either side of your video monitor. 1. Secure the speakers to the mounting brackets using the supplied screws and washers, as shown. (Illustration) 2. Loop the mounting strap around the monitor so the brackets are positioned on either side of the monitor and there are no twists in the strap.
0-1386.fm Page 4 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM PLACING THE SPEAKERS ON A DESK OR TABLE You can place the speakers on a desk or shelf near your computer. For the best results, place the speakers about 1 to 2 feet apart. (illust) CONNECTING TO YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM Follow these steps to connect your portable radio, tape player, CD player, or CD ROM player to the speaker system. 1. Plug the supplied patch cord’s white phono plug into the INPUT L jack on the back of the main speaker.
40-1386.fm Page 5 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM OPERATION Follow these steps to use your speakers. 1. Turn VOLUME on the main speaker counterclockwise to the minimum level. 2. Press POWER in. The power indicator lights. 3. Operate the audio source according to its owner’s manual. 4. Adjust VOLUME on the main speaker for the best sound. 5. To turn off the speaker system, press POWER out. Caution: Turn down your radio/tape player’s volume when changing FM stations or when using fast-forward or rewind.
40-1386.fm Page 6 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your AMX-14 Shielded Speaker System is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your speaker system so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the speaker system dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits. Use and store the speaker system only in normal temperature environments.
40-1386.fm Page 7 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM SPECIFICATIONS Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 120 Volt/60 Hz 25 W Frequency Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60–20,000 Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 dB Total Harmonic Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.3 % (4-Ohm, 1 Watt, 1 kHz) Sound Pressure Level . . . . . . . . . . . .
40-1386.fm Page 8 Tuesday, August 10, 1999 3:29 PM RADIO SHACK LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted against defects for 90 days from date of purchase from Radio Shack company-owned stores and authorized Radio Shack franchisees and dealers. Within this period, we will repair it without charge for parts and labor. Simply bring your Radio Shack sales slip as proof of purchase date to any Radio Shack store. Warranty does not cover transportation costs.
