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900MHz WIRELESS STEREO SPEAKERS

Model AW871

Installation

and Operation Manual

Table of Contents

I. Location of functions………..……………………………………………. 2

II. Connecting the speaker system………..……………………………….. 3

III. Adjusting the transmitter………..………………………………………. 5

IV. Tuning the speakers………..…………………………………………….. 6

V. Turning the speakers off………..………………………………………... 7

VI. Recharging the batteries………..……………………………………….. 7

VII. More helpful information ………..……………………………………… 7

VIII. Troubleshooting………..……………………………………………........ 9

IX. Specifications & Features ………..……………………………………… 10

X. Warranty ………..…………………………………………….................. 11

Introduction

AR Wireless Stereo Speakers eliminate the hardest part of adding

speakers to almost any location in your home – running and hiding

hundreds of feet of speaker wire. Like FM radio, the AR Wireless Speaker

System’s 900MHz signal travels with ease through walls, floors, ceilings

and other obstacles, delivering high-quality stereo sound virtually

anywhere inside the house or out. With drift- and static-free reception

along with outstanding range – up to 300 feet* – the possibilities for

enjoying your AR Wireless Speaker System are nearly unlimited.

AR Wireless Stereo Speakers are compatible with most audio sources,

such as TVs, DVD players, VCRs, A/V receivers/amps, stereos,

computers, and portable devices (CD players, cassette players, MP3,

players, etc.).

This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating

instructions for making AR Wireless Speakers a valued part of your

lifestyle. If, after having reviewed the instructions, you have any

questions, please contact our Customer Service Department at

1-800-732-6866.

*Range may vary according to environment.

I. Location of Functions

Speaker Front View:

A. Tuning indicator light (tuned)

B. Standby/Charging indicator

light (stdby/chrg)

C. Power/volume/scan control

Transmitter Front View:

H. Power indicator light

Accessories:

Speaker Back View:

D. Battery compartment cover

E. Speaker power input jack

F. Left/mono/right switch

G. Carrying handle

Transmitter Back View:

I. Transmitter power input jack

J. Audio input cable

K. Channel select switch

L. Transmitter AC

power adapter

- 12V DC

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Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

O. 1

4” headphone adapter

N. “Y” adapter cable

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Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

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Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

M. Speaker AC power

adapter (x2) - 18V DC

EFD

IMPORTANT: These power units are

intended to be correctly inserted in a

vertical or ﬂoor mount position.

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Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

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AW871

Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

II. Connecting the Speaker System

I. Powering the Transmitter

Connect the small, round plug from the transmitter AC power adapter (L) to

the transmitter power input jack (I) and plug the other end of the transmitter

AC power adapter (L) into any standard 120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Be sure to use the AC power

adapter rated 12V DC 100 mA.

Note: There is no transmitter ON/OFF

switch. The transmitter is designed to be

left plugged in and powered at all times.

If you do not intend to use the AW871

for an extended period of time, you may

wish to unplug the transmitter AC power

adapter.

1. Connect the included “Y” adapter

cable (N) to the 3.5mm mini plug

cable coming out of the

transmitter.

2. Connect the RCA-type left (white)

and right (red) audio plugs on the

”Y” adapter cable to the

corresponding left and right audio

outputs of your A/V receiver, amp

or other audio source.

1. Connect the included “Y” adapter

cable (N) to the 3.5mm mini plug

cable coming out of the

transmitter.

2. Connect the RCA-type left (white)

and right (red) audio plugs on the

“Y” adapter cable to the

corresponding left and right audio

outputs on the TV.

Plug the cable coming out of the

transmitter into the headphone output

of your stereo or the audio output jack

on your computer. Use the included 1

4”

headphone adapter (P) to convert the

3.5mm plug to a 1

4” plug as needed.

Transmitter

i. Connecting to an A/V Receiver:

iii. Connecting to a Stereo or a Computer:

Transmitter

A/V Receiver

Stereo

Audio Input Cable (J)

“Y” adapter cable (N)

1/4” headphone

adapter (O)

Audio Input Cable (J)

ii. Connecting to a TV:

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AW871

Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

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AW871

Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

120V AC

wall

outlet

AC Power

Adapter (L)

II. Connecting to an Audio Source:

“Y” adapter cable (N)

III. Powering the Speakers

There are two options to power your wireless speakers:

i. AC Power Adapter:

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AW871

Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

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.

Important:

If you are using NiMH or NiCd batteries, the batteries will charge when the

headphones are powered with the AC power adapter. Do not power the head-

phones with the AC power adapter if you installed alkaline or other non-re-

chargeable batteries—this could cause the batteries to leak. Do not mix batter-

ies with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkaline

battery). Do not mix new and used batteries. Do not leave batteries installed in

the product when not in use for long periods.

1. Turn the speaker volume down by

rotating the power/volume/scan

control (C) on the front of the

speaker all the way to the left.

2. Insert the small, round plug from

one speaker AC power adapter (M)

into the speaker power input jack (E).

3. Plug the other end of the speaker

AC power adapter into any

standard 120V AC wall outlet.

Note: Be sure to use the speaker

AC power adapters rated 18V DC

700 mA.

1. Turn the speaker volume down by

rotating the power/volume/scan

control (C) on the front of a

speaker all the way to the left.

2. Remove the battery compartment

cover (D) on the rear of a speaker.

3. Insert eight (8) C-cell batteries (not

included) into the speaker

following the polarity (“+” and

“–”) as diagrammed inside the

battery compartment.

4. Replace the battery compartment

cover.

ii. C-cell Batteries:

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Battery

Battery Battery

Audio Output

Sortie audio

Speaker

Speaker power

input jack (E)

AC Power

adapter (M)

Battery

compartment

cover (D)

III. Adjusting the Transmitter

1. Turn ON your audio source (i.e., A/V receiver, TV, stereo, etc.) and play music

at a normal listening volume.

2. Set the channel select switch (K) on the back of the transmitter to 1, 2 or 3.

The transmitter provides three different broadcasting frequencies. In the

event that you experience poor reception or interference, try choosing a

different frequency by moving the channel select switch to another position.

H. Power indicator light I. Transmitter power input jack

J. Audio input cable

K. Channel select switch

IV. Tuning the Speakers

1. Push the power/volume/scan controls (C) to turn each speaker ON. The

standby/charging indicators (B) will illuminate red while the speakers are

tuning to the transmitter. The “tuned” indicators (A) will illuminate blue,

indicating that the speakers are tuned to the transmitter, and you should

hear sound coming from the speakers.

Note: Once the speakers have tuned to the transmitter and the blue

“tuned” indicators are on, the red “standby/charging” indicators will turn off.

2. Adjust volume on each speaker as desired.

3. For stereo operation, set the left/mono/right switch (F) to “left” on the

speaker located to the left of the listener, and set the other speaker to

“right” position. Set each speaker to “mono” for the best audio quality, if

you plan on using one speaker in a different room from the other.

4. The speaker will automatically retune if it loses the signal from the

transmitter. However, you can also push the power/volume/scan control to

retune the speaker at any time. While the speaker is tuning, the blue

“tuned” indicator will turn off and the red “standby/charging” light will be

lit. After locking onto the transmitter signal, the blue “tuned” indicator will

come back on and the red “standby/charging” indicator light will turn off.

Note: Interference in the form of static and/or distortion can sometimes

be heard. If this occurs, confirm the transmitter/speaker adjustments and

indicators. If the problem persists, refer to the Troubleshooting section

of this manual.

A. Tuning indicator light (tuned)

B. Standby/Charging indicator

light (stdby/chrg)

C. Power/volume/scan control

F. Left/mono/right switch

V. Turning the Speakers Off

1. Push and hold the power/volume/scan control (C) to turn each speaker OFF.

You will need to hold the control for about 1.5 seconds for the speaker to

turn off.

2. Confirm that the speaker is off by verifying that the red “standby/charging”

light and the blue “tuned” light are off.

Note: If rechargeable batteries are installed (NiMH or NiCd only) and the

speakers remain plugged in via the AC power adapters, the left

“standby/charging” indicator light will glow green, even after the

speakers have been turned off, indicating that the rechargeable batteries

are being charged.

VI. Recharging the Batteries

The speaker will automatically charge the rechargeable batteries when the

batteries are installed and the speaker is plugged in with the AC power adapter.

The “standby/charging” indicator (B) will light up green to confirm that the

batteries are being charged.

Warning: The AW871 built-in charger will charge rechargeable NiMH or

NiCd batteries only. DO NOT attempt to charge any other batteries except

those specified above.

Warning: If alkaline or other non-rechargeable batteries are installed, DO

NOT plug in the speakers using the AC power adapters. This can cause the

batteries to leak and damage the speakers. Only use rechargeable batteries if

you intend to keep the speakers plugged in.

VII. More Helpful Information

i. 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 (stereo, etc.)

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.’

Please note: Jacks labeled PHONO, CD, LD, DVD or tape or VCR playback

(PB) are INPUTS and will not work with the transmitter.

Fixed-level outputs from TVs are usually marked as ‘Constant,’ ‘Fixed,’ or

‘Select.’ If they are not marked as such, they are probably variable outputs (see

“About Variable-Level Audio Outputs” below). Outputs from VCRs are almost

always fixed.

Hint: When connecting to the audio outputs of a VCR, remember that the

VCR must be playing a tape or showing a TV channel for sound to be

produced.

Hint: If your VCR (or other audio source with RCA jacks) only has a single

audio output, you will need another RCA “Y” cable. It differs from the “Y”

Cable Adapter included with these speakers. It will have a single male RCA

plug and 2 female RCA jacks. Connect the dual RCA plugs from the

included “Y” cable adapter to the 2 female RCA jacks on the second “Y”

cable, and then connect the single male RCA plug of the second “Y” cable

to the single audio output of the VCR.

ii. About Variable-Level Audio Outputs:

A variable-level output, such as a headphone jack or certain RCA-type outputs,

provides an audio signal that changes with the volume level set on the

audio source (stereo, etc.). As the volume of the audio source is adjusted up

and down, so is the audio signal strength sent to the transmitter. This can

affect the quality of sound generated by the speakers, and may require an

adjustment of the volume level of the audio source to produce a signal strong

enough for the transmitter.

Hint: On most bookshelf-type or compact stereo systems, inserting a

headphone plug into the headphone jack results in automatic cutoff of the

regular, or hard-wired speakers.

Hint: Most TVs, regardless of age or price, have variable outputs. If you are

unsure which of your TV audio outputs is fixed, refer to the TV instruction

manual. Some TVs have outputs that can switch between variable and

fixed. When given a choice, fixed is always recommended.

Cause and solution:

• When using battery power, make sure the batteries are fresh and replace

if necessary.

• Check that the speaker “tuned” indicator light is illuminated blue.

• Change the position of the channel select switch (1, 2 or 3) to change the

operating frequency. The speaker will detect the loss of signal and

retune automatically. However, you can also press the power/volume/scan

control once to make the speaker retune.

• Change the location of the transmitter. Place it as high and away from

obstructions as possible. Avoid placing the transmitter directly on top of or

behind a TV.

• Move the transmitter and speakers closer together. Sending the signal

through certain materials, such as glass, tile, and metal, can decrease the

effective transmitting distance of the system.

VIII. 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 1-800-732-6866 and a knowledgeable

customer service representative will assist you.

Issue:

sound

Issue:

sound/

distortion/

static

Cause and solution:

• 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.

• Confirm that the speakers are turned ON and tuned to the transmitter –

the blue “tuned” indicator light should be glowing steadily.

• Confirm that the speaker AC power adapters are fully inserted into the wall

outlet and the power cord from each AC power adapter is firmly

connected to the speaker power input jack.

• Check that the C-cell batteries are fresh and inserted with correct polarity

(+, –).

• Check that the audio source component (stereo, TV, etc.) is turned on and

transmitting sound as it normally should.

• Check that the speaker volume is turned up.

• If you are using a Tape 2 Monitor output from your receiver/amp as the

audio output, check that you have pressed the Tape Monitor/Tape 2

button on the front of the receiver. This will turn on the Tape 2 outputs,

which may not have been active.

IX. Specifications & Features

Transmitter

Omnidirectional

Effective transmitting range: up to 300 feet*

3 selectable broadcast frequencies (between 912.5 and 914.5 MHz)

Line audio input with 3.5mm stereo mini plug (1

4" headphone adapter and

“Y” cable included)

UL-listed AC power adapter

Speakers

Push-button, auto-lock tuning

10 Watts per channel RMS (each speaker)

Two-way acoustic suspension design

1" dome tweeter; 4" woofer

Integrated power/tuning/volume control (front face)

Left/mono/right switch (rear face)

Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz

Signal-to-noise ratio > 55dB

Stereo separation > 20dB

Distortion: < 1.5%

*Maximum range; results may vary according to environment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference

and 2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

X. Warranty

12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY

Audiovox Electronics Corporation (the “Company”) warrants to the original retail

purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use

and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from

the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (at the Company’s

option) without charge for parts and repair labor. To obtain repair or replacement within

the terms of this Warranty, the product along with any accessories included in the original

packaging is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale),

speciﬁcation of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown

below. Do not return this product to the Retailer.

This Warranty is not transferable and does not cover product purchased, serviced or used

outside the United States or Canada. The warranty does not extend to the elimination

of externally generated static or noise, to costs incurred for the installation, removal or

reinstallation of the product. The warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof

which, in the opinion of the company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration,

improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident or exposure to moisture.

This warranty does not apply to damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the

product, or by leaving non-rechargeable batteries in the product while plugged into an AC

outlet.

THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO

THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE

COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE

PRODUCT. This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED

WARRANTY, MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE

OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY

CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. No person or representative

is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in

connection with the sale of this product. Some states/provinces do not allow limitations

on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This

Warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary

from state/province to state/province.

U.S.A.: Audiovox Electronics Corporation, 150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge, New York 11788

CANADA: Audiovox Return Center, c/o Genco, 6685 Kennedy Road, Unit 3, Door 16,

Mississauga, Ontario L5T 3A5

111 Congressional Blvd., Suite 350

Carmel, IN 46032 USA

www.araccessories.com

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