Cambridge SoundWorks Speaker System FPS1800 User Manual

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IMPORTANT  
POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE  
DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS  
DEMONTER LE COUVERCLE  
DU HAUT PARLEUR. AUCUN  
ENTRETIEN DES PIECES  
The lightning flash, with arrowhead  
within an equilateral triangle, alerts  
you to the presence of uninsulated  
dangerous voltage within a  
product’s enclosure that may be of  
sufficient magnitude to constitute a  
risk of electric shock to people.  
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF  
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT  
REMOVE SUBWOOFER’S  
COVER. NO USER-  
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO  
QUALIFIED SERVICE  
The exclamation point within an  
equilateral triangle alerts you to the  
presence of important operating  
and maintenance (service)  
instructions.  
INTERIEURES N’EST REQUIS.  
TOUT SERVICE D’ENTRETIEN  
NE DOIT ETRE EFFECTUE QUE  
PAR DU PERSONNEL  
PERSONNEL.  
D’ENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.  
READ AND HEED IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING  
ON BOTTOM OF SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE  
COMPLIANCE  
WARNING:  
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE  
SLOT, INSERT FULLY.  
THIS PRODUCT  
CONFORMS TO  
THE FOLLOWING  
COUNCIL  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK  
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR  
MOISTURE.  
DIRECTIVE:  
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS  
ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA  
PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE  
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET  
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.  
DIRECTIVE 89/ 336/  
EEC, 92/ 31/ EEC  
(EMC), 73/ 23/ EEC  
(LVD)  
IMPORTANT NOTICE  
The serial number for your FPS1800 is located on the  
subwoofer. Please write this number down and keep it in a  
secure area. This is for your security.  
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READ INSTRUCTIONS – All safety and  
operating instructions should be read  
before the FPS1800 amplified subwoofer/  
satellite system is operated.  
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and  
operating instructions should be retained  
for future reference.  
HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the  
subwoofer and in the operating instructions  
should be adhered to.  
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating  
and use instructions should be followed.  
CLEANING – Unplug the subwoofer from the  
wall outlet or other power source before  
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol  
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
ATTACHMENTS – Do not use attachments  
not recommended by Cambridge  
SoundWorks as they may cause hazards.  
WATER AND MOISTURE – Do not use the  
subwoofer near water, for example, near a  
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or  
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a  
swimming pool.  
ACCESSORIES – Do not place the FPS1800  
system on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table. The subwoofer or  
satellites may fall, causing serious injury to  
a person, and serious damage to the  
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table recommended by  
Cambridge SoundWorks, or sold with the  
product. Any mounting of the satellites or  
subwoofer should follow the  
VENTILATION – Slots and openings in the  
POWER-CORD PROTECTION – Power-  
supply cords should be routed so that they  
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by  
items placed upon or against them, paying  
particular attention to cords at plugs,  
convenience receptacles, and the point  
where they exit from the subwoofer.  
LIGHTNING – Unplug the FPS1800 system  
during a lightning storm, or when it is left  
unattended and unused for long periods of  
time. This will prevent damage to the  
subwoofer due to lightning and power-line  
surges.  
OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall  
outlets, extension cords, or integral  
convenience receptacles as this can result  
in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never push  
objects of any kind into the subwoofer  
through openings as they may touch  
dangerous voltage points or short out parts  
that could result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquid of any kind on the  
subwoofer.  
SERVICING – Do not attempt to service the  
subwoofer yourself as opening or removing  
covers may expose you to dangerous  
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing  
to qualified service personnel.  
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – Unplug  
the subwoofer from the wall outlet or other  
power source and refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is  
damaged.  
b) If liquid has been spilled, or an object  
has fallen into the subwoofer.  
c) If the subwoofer has been exposed to  
rain or water.  
d) If the subwoofer does not operate  
normally by following the operating  
instructions; or exhibits a distinct  
change in performance.  
cabinet are provided for ventilation, to  
ensure reliable operation of the subwoofer  
and to prevent it from overheating; and  
these openings must not be blocked or  
covered. The openings should never be  
blocked by placing the product on a bed,  
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The  
subwoofer should not be placed in a built-in  
installation such as a bookcase or rack  
unless proper ventilation is provided or  
Cambridge SoundWorks’ instructions have  
been adhered to.  
e) If the product has been dropped or  
damaged in any way.  
REPLACEMENT PARTS – When  
replacement parts are required, be sure the  
service technician has used replacement  
parts specified by Cambridge SoundWorks  
or have the same characteristics as the  
original part. Unauthorized substitutions  
may result in fire, electric shock, or other  
hazards.  
SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any  
service or repairs to the FPS1800 system,  
ask the service technician to perform safety  
checks to determine that the FPS1800  
system is in proper operating condition.  
HEAT – The subwoofer should be situated  
away from heat sources such as radiators,  
heat registers, stoves, and other products  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
POWER SOURCES – The subwoofer should  
be operated only from the type of power  
source indicated on the marking label. If  
you are not sure of the type of power supply  
to your home, consult your product dealer  
or local power company. For products  
intended to operate from battery power or  
other sources, refer to the operating  
instructions.  
POLARIZATION – The subwoofer may be  
equipped with a polarized alternating-  
current line plug (a plug having one blade  
wider than the other). This plug will fit into  
the power outlet only one way. This is a  
safety feature. If you are unable to insert  
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing  
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,  
contact your electrician to replace your  
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety  
purpose of the polarized plug.  
manufacturer’s instructions, and should  
use a mounting accessory recommended by  
Cambridge SoundWorks.  
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Inventory............................................................................................................ 1  
Speaker Placement............................................................................................. 2  
Mounting Rear Satellites on Walls.................................................................... 3  
Installing Desktop Stands.................................................................................. 3  
Volume Control/Power Switch............................................................................ 4  
Audio Source Connections ................................................................................. 5  
Connecting Speakers.......................................................................................... 6  
Controlling Noise and Distortion ....................................................................... 7  
Specifications ..................................................................................................... 7  
EAX..................................................................................................................... 8  
1-Year Limited Warranty ................................................................................... 8  
Technical Support/Customer Service.................................................................. 9  
Thank you for buying Cambridge SoundWorks’  
FourPointSurround FPS1800, a powerful surround  
sound system ideal for intense gaming.  
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OPTIONAL ITEM  
Examine each unit carefully. If  
anything is missing or damaged,  
do not install or use the system.  
Contact the retailer where the  
system was purchased.  
Save the carton and its inserts in  
case you need to ship or move  
your FPS1800 system later.  
Tripod Stands (available from  
www.creative.com)  
Audio Connection Cable  
Strips of Rubber Pads (2)  
3 meter (9 feet) Speaker Cables  
for Front Satellites (2)  
Subwoofer  
Satellite Speakers (4)  
Desktop Stands for Satellites (4)  
5 meter (15 feet) Speaker  
Cables for Rear Satellites (2)  
15V DC 3A Power Adapter  
Volume Control with Holder  
Mounting Tape for Volume Control Screws and Plastic Anchors (2)  
Identification Labels  
(varies from country to country)  
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For the strongest bass output,  
place the subwoofer on the floor  
in a corner.  
Place the front satellites to the  
sides of your monitor.  
To connect the cables correctly  
later, use the identification labels  
provided to mark the satellites  
and their cables.  
Keep the path between you and  
the satellites clear.  
Caution  
Do not place the subwoofer near  
your monitor, on the work surface  
or on a shelf.  
A
B
C
Rear satellites mounted on tripods  
(if purchased)  
Rear satellites placed at the extreme  
corners of your desk  
Rear satellites mounted on walls  
behind you  
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Mount the rear satellites only on  
walls that are structurally sound.  
Position the satellites behind you  
an