Pyramat 0001A Sound Rocker Transmitter User Manual S2500W Manual v1 indd

Pyramat LLC Sound Rocker Transmitter S2500W Manual v1 indd

User Manual

OWNER’S MANUALRead and understand this entire manual before using!For assistance contact Pyramat. DO NOT RETURN TO STORE.Item Number:10174502S2500-WWIRELESS SOUND ROCKER
WARNING: The Pyramat Sound Rocker is intended for indoor use only. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.• Do not expose to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.• Adult supervision is required for set-up.• Use only with the supplied power adapter. The power adapter is not a toy.• Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.• Excessive use of audio equipment at high volume may lead to hearing loss. Listen responsibly and use common sense.• Children under 13 should not use this product without parental supervision.• DO NOT wash or soak the Sound Rocker with water. If cover becomes wet, disconnect power immediately and don’t use until totally dry.• To avoid injury or death from electrical shock, NEVER open the electrical cabinet or remove the cover.The Sound Rocker is compatible with:• All gaming consoles (including Xbox 360 and Playstation 3)• MP3 players• TVs, DVDs, VCRs• Portable gaming devices (including Nintendo DS, Nintendo DS Lite, and PSP) SAFETY WARNINGSSafety Warnings ............................................................1Before You Begin ...........................................................2Features .........................................................................2Set-Up ............................................................................3Wireless Connection Methods ......................................4Wireless Transmitter Set-up ..........................................5Direct Connection Methods .......................................6-7Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................8Warranty ........................................................................91Need Help?Visit our website atwww.pyramat.com, send an e-mail to service@pyramat.comor call toll-free at 877-591-1012. CONTENTSCongratulations on the purchase of your Pyramat S2500-W Wireless Sound Rocker. The Sound Rocker is a comfortable, rockable chair that delivers a powerful audio experience designed to intensify your enjoyment of games, movies, music and more. To ensure the best results, please read this manual completely before operating your Sound Rocker, and retain it for future reference.
123Remove the foam separators from the Sound Rocker and take unit out of box.Check to make sure you have all the parts shown below and that all items are in good condition. BEFORE YOU BEGIN211 ft. red and white RCA audio cable11 ft. 12-volt AC power adapter(2) RCA audio cable extenders FEATURESSO U ND F U RNI T UR EControl panelVolume/power knobTwist to click on and power up and adjust the volume level.Bass knobTwist to adjust the bass to your preference.MP3 pocketIlluminating speakersSource knobSelect IN for direct connections to the control panel. Select W for wireless transmission. W for wireless transmission. WSelect MP3 for MP3 and portable CD player connections to the MP3 and portable CD player plug.Multi-player RCA audio output portsConnect up to four Sound Rockers together for multi-user fun.Input RCA audio portsConnect red and white RCA audio cable here from game consoles, home theater, satellite receiver and stereo receiver.Headphone portConnect headphones here.Channel selector buttonSelect the same channel as the transmitter by pressing the channel selector button. Power AC portConnect supplied 12-volt power adapter here. CAUTION:Keep fi ngers clear of the folding seam when opening the unit.Note: Replacement cables and mini adapters can be purchased at your local audio accessory dealer.MP3 and portable CD player plugRCA to mini audio cableWireless transmitter
SET-UP1Unfold the top portion of the Sound Rocker until the backrest is fl ush with the seat portion.2Place the Sound Rocker so that the control panel is less than 11 ft./3.5 meters from the power source.3Connect the 12-volt AC power adapter to the electrical outlet and then to the power AC port on the control panel.4Twist the volume knob on the control panel to click on the power.5Check the speakers on top to see if the Pyramat logo is lit up. Twist volume knob to power off the Sound Rocker, then proceed to the connection method shown below for your audio/video device.11 FEET OR LESS3 CAUTION:Keep fi ngers clear of the folding seam when folding or unfolding the rocker.
WIRELESS CONNECTION METHODSVideo Game Console ConnectionXBOX 360TM, PLAYSTATION 2TM, PLAYSTATION 3TM, GAMECUBETM ANDOTHERSThere are four types of audio/video cables that come with video game consoles: 1. 1.Standard AV/RCA Cable 2. S-Video AV/RCA Cable (red, white–audio; yellow–video) (red, white–audio; yellow, black–S-video) 3. 3. High Defi nition AV/RCA Cable 4.Coaxial Connection ( (red, white–audio; yellow, blue, red, green–video) ) ) ) ) ) Audio/Video Device ConnectionTV, DVD PLAYER, VCR, SATELLITE RECEIVER, STEREO1 RCA Audio Cable ConnectionFor standard AV/RCA Cable, S-Video AV/RCA Cable and High Defi nition AV/RCA CableConnect the supplied RCA to mini audio cable to the red and white audio cable from the video game console. Follow the instructions from the video game console’s manufacturer to connect the yellow video cable to your television.OR1Coaxial Cable ConnectionIf your video game console has a coaxial cable instead of an RCA audio cable, then use the instructions provided by the video game console’s manufacturer to hook up the video game console through an intermediary device (such as a TV, DVD, VCR, satellite receiver, etc.). Your intermediary device must have both a coaxial input jack (the standard jack for cable TV) and an RCA audio output jack, or you can purchase an RCA replacement cable directly from the console manu-facturer. Then follow the audio/video device connection instructions below to connect your Sound Rocker.VIDEO GAMECONSOLETV123AUDIOOUTPUTTVDVDVCRSATELLITE RECEIVERSTEREO1231Connect the supplied RCA audio cable from the red and white input jacks on the Sound Rocker to the red and white audio output connection on your audio/video device. Connect the RCA to mini audio cable to the RCA audio cable.Note:Connection must be made to an AUDIO OUTPUT source. The red and white audio connections on the front of most devices are AUDIO INPUT. SOUND WILL NOT PLAY FROM AN AUDIO INPUT SOURCE.RedRedWhiteWhiteYellowRedRedWhiteWhite4(single black cable)If you have this cable, you need to purchase the RCA audio cable from the console manufacturer. Or, you can connect the Sound Rocker through an intermediary audio source such as a TV, DVD, VCR, etc. (see below).The yellow RCA video cable connects to the VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV. Refer to the instructions from the video game console’s manufacturer to connect any other video cables to your TV.
5 WIRELESS TRANSMITTER SET-UP1Remove the casing and insert 2 AA batteries (batteries not included).2Plug the RCA to mini audio cable into the wireless transmitter.3Turn on the power switch at the back of the transmitter. The light appears when the power is turned on.4Select the desired transmitter channel: 1, 2 or 3. Three channels are available for the best quality reception. If you experience static or poor reception, try another channel.1231235Select the same channel as the transmitter on the Sound Rocker’s control panel by pressing the chan-nel button. Example: 1–1, 2–2 or 3–3. To add multiple Sound Rockers, simply select the same chanel on each rocker.Note: Both the transmitter and control panel must be on the same channel to hear sound.7Twist the volume knob on the control panel to click on the power.6Turn the source knob on the control panel to W. WARNING:Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
DIRECT CONNECTION METHODSVideo Game Console ConnectionXBOX 360TM, PLAYSTATION 2TM, PLAYSTATION 3TM, GAMECUBETM AND OTHERSThere are four types of audio/video cables that come with video game consoles: 1. 1.Standard AV/RCA Cable 2. S-Video AV/RCA Cable (red, white–audio; yellow–video) (red, white–audio; yellow, black–S-video) 3. 3. High Defi nition AV/RCA Cable 4.Coaxial Connection ( (red, white–audio; yellow, blue, red, green–video) Audio/Video Device ConnectionTV, DVD PLAYER, VCR, SATELLITE RECEIVER, STEREO1Turn the source knob on the control panel to IN. Proceed to the connection method for your video game console.2 RCA Audio Cable ConnectionFor standard AV/RCA Cable, S-Video AV/RCA Cable and High Defi nition AV/RCA CableConnect the RCA audio cable extenders to the red and white audio cable from the video game console. Connect the supplied RCA audio cable to the video game console’s red and white audio cables and plug into the input jacks on the Sound Rocker. Follow the instructions from the video game console’s manufacturer to connect the video cable to your television.OR2 Coaxial Cable ConnectionIf your video game console has a coaxial cable instead of an RCA audio cable, then use the instructions provided by the video game console’s manufacturer to hook up the video game console through an intermediary device (such as a TV, DVD, VCR, satellite receiver, etc.). Your intermediary device must have both a coaxial input jack (the standard jack for cable TV) and an RCA audio output jack, or you can purchase an RCA replacement cable directly from the console manufacturer. Then follow the audio/video device connection instructions below to connect your Sound Rocker.VIDEO GAMECONSOLETVAUDIOOUTPUTTVDVDVCRSATELLITE RECEIVERSTEREO1Turn the source knob on the control panel to IN.2Connect the supplied RCA audio cable from the red and white input jacks on the Sound Rocker to the red and white AUDIO OUTPUT connection on your audio/video device.Note:Connection must be made to an AUDIO OUTPUT source. The red and white audio connections on the front of most devices are AUDIO INPUT. SOUND WILL NOT PLAY FROM AN AUDIO INPUT SOURCE.RCA AUDIO CABLE EXTENDERSRedRedWhiteWhiteYellowRedRedWhiteWhite6(single black cable)If you have this cable, you need to purchase the RCA audio cable from the console manufacturer. Or, you can connect the Sound Rocker through an intermediary audio source such as a TV, DVD, VCR, etc. (see below).The yellow RCA video cable connects to the VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV. Refer to the instructions from the video game console’s manufacturer to connect any other video cables to your TV.If you experience static or poor reception from your wireless connection in your location, you may need to select one of the direct connection methods below to ensure the best possible sound quality.
7CONNECT UP TO FOUR SOUND ROCKERS TOGETHER FOR MULTI-USER FUN!AUDIOOUTPUTVIDEO GAME SYSTEMTVDVDVCRSATELLITE RECEIVERSTEREO1After connecting one Sound Rocker to an audio/video device, you can connect additional Sound Rockers together. Connect the supplied RCA audio cable to the multi-player connection on the fi rst Sound Rocker and then to the input connection on the second Sound Rocker. Repeat to add more Sound Rockers.2Slip your player into the pocket on the side of the Sound Rocker.3With the cord next to the pocket, connect the player to the Sound Rocker.SOUND FURNITURESOUN D FURNI T UR ESOUND FURNITURESOUN D FURNI T UR E1Turn the source knob on the control panel to MP3. CAUTION:Power off all audio/video devices prior to proceeding with the Sound Rocker connection method. DIRECT CONNECTION METHODSMulti-User ConnectionPortable Audio Device ConnectionHandheld Game Device ConnectionNINTENDO DSNINTENDO DS LITEPSP2Connect the supplied RCA audio cable from the red and white input jacks on the control panel to the red and white RCA to mini cable and into the handheld game device.RedRedWhiteWhite1Turn the source knob on the control panel to IN.
Unable to hear sound.Transmitter power light does not light up.Static is interfering with the sound.Sound Rocker does not turn on.Unable to connect to the gaming console.Sound only plays from one speaker.Sound Rocker plays sound from one source but not another.Missing or broken cables or mini adapters.Missing or broken power adapter.The RCA audio cables are not connected properly.Transmitter and/or Sound Rocker power is not on.Different channels are selected on the transmitter and control panel.The source knob on the control panel is in the wrong position.The batteries are old or not installed properly.Radio wave interference.The AC power adapter is disconnected from the electrical outlet or the electrical outlet has no power.Your video game console has a coaxial cable instead of an RCA audio cable.The yellow RCA video cable is not connected properly.The RCA audio cables are not connected properly.Audio/video device has a single MONO audio output (a common problem when connecting to an older TV or VCR).The source knob on the control panel is in the wrong position.The RCA audio cables are not connected properly.Check the connection on your audio/video device. The RCA cables should be connected to the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks. Check the connection on your rocker. The RCA cables (red and white) must be in the AUDIO INPUT ports.Check to make sure transmitter power is on and the power knob on the Sound Rocker is on with the volume turned up.Check to make sure that both the wireless channel on the transmitter and the control panel are on the same: 1–1, 2–2 or 3–3.Turn knob to W (wireless) or IN (direct connection) for video games and audio/video devices. Turn knob to MP3 for MP3 and portable CD players.See page 2 for the correct knob position for the device you are playing.Check to make sure the batteries in the transmitter are working. Power light on the transmitter should be on when batteries are installed correctly and have a full charge.Try switching both the transmitter and the control panel to another channel.If you have tried all three channels and are still hearing interference, your location has too many radio waves and the Sound Rocker will need to be plugged in directly through the RCA cables.Check the plug on the AC power adapter. When properly connected with the volume knob on, the logo on the back of the rocker will illuminate.If the Sound Rocker still doesn’t power up, try another electrical outlet.Use the instructions provided by the video game console’s manufacturer to hook up the video game console to an intermediary device (such as a TV, DVD, VCR, satellite receiver, etc.). Your intermediary device must have both a coaxial input jack (the standard jack for cable TV) and an RCA audio output jack.Purchase an RCA replacement cable directly from the console manufacturer.The yellow RCA video cable connects to the VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV. Refer to the instructions from the video game console’s manufacturer to connect any other video cables to your TV.Check that all RCA audio connections are correct–red to red, white to white.If your audio source is mono only, as found mainly on older model TVs and VCRs, an RCA “Y” adaptor (1 male to 2 male, not included) is needed to send the signal to both Pyramat speakers. Please note: the use of this type of adapter will not produce a true stereo sound. For optimal performance, it is recommended that you connect your Sound Rocker to stereo outputs only.Turn knob to W (wireless) or IN (direct connection) for video games and audio/video devices. Turn knob to MP3 for MP3 and portable CD players.See page 2 for the correct knob position for the device you are playing.Check that all RCA audio connections are correct–red to red, white to white.Replace items immediately. Replacement cables and mini adapters can be purchased at your local audio accessory dealer.Replace immediately with an authorized Pyramat power adapter. Do not use the unit until the damaged power adapter has been replaced.Problem Possible Cause SolutionNeed Help?Visit our website atwww.pyramat.com, send an e-mail to service@pyramat.comor call toll-free at 877-591-1012.8 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARRANTYPyramat warranties this product and any included accessories against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of fi rst consumer purchase. This warranty is enforceable only by the original purchaser. ALL DAMAGED OR MISSING PARTS MUST BE REPORTED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PURCHASE.This warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship, but DOES NOT COVER the following:1. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:a. Acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, improper installation, maintenance or operation, or failure to follow the instructions contained in this manual.b. Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier).c. Repair, attempted repair or modifi cation by anyone other than the Pyramat Service Center.2. Any unit which has been altered or on which the serial number has been defaced, modifi ed or removed.3. Any unit used for industrial or commercial purposes.4. Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS, or consumables (such as fuses or batteries).5. Customer installation, set-up, adjustments or signal reception problems. Pyramat will repair or replace (at its discretion) units covered by this warranty, without charge to the consumer for labor or materials. CONSUMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL CHARGES AND ANY INITIAL SHIPPING CHARGES. However, we will pay the return shipping charges to any destination within the United States if repairs are covered by the warranty. S2500-W Wireless Sound Rocker Limited WarrantyREPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. PYRAMAT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS WARRANTY.Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICEFor service assistance, product information, or to locate the dealer nearest you, please call or write:Pyramat Service Center877-591-1012service@pyramat.comFor further information on how to order accessories for this product or other Pyramat products, please visit our website at www.pyramat.com.IMPORTANTFor your records, save your original sales receipt with this manual and write the serial number here.––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––9
10Printed in China for:Pyramat, LLCPO Box 3610 Cerritos, CA 90703© Copyright 2006 Pyramat, LLC08082006If you have problems with your Sound Rocker,DO NOT RETURN TO STORE.Follow instructions in this manual. Failure to follow these instructions may damageyour Sound Rocker and void your warranty.Need Help?Visit our website atwww.pyramat.com, send an e-mail to service@pyramat.comor call toll-free at 877-591-1012.

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