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Welcome
Welcome to the extraordinary world of Altec Lansing high-fidelity
sound. The 5100 system features five satellites and a subwoofer, and is
specially designed for PC music/PC gaming and DVD movie playback.
Used with computers that have 6-channel/5.1, 4-channel gaming or
2-channel sound cards, the 5100 allows you to hear music, games and
movies in Dolby Digital, DTS or multi-channel modes.
With 100 watts of total system power, it delivers outstanding
performance from MP3 players, CD players, cassette players, DVD
players, gaming consoles, and other audio/video sources.
Box Contents
• 5 Satellites
• Subwoofer
• AAC1 Y-adapter
• Manual
• QCC
Placing Speakers
Subwoofer
All stereo-encoded information is heard through the satellite speakers.
The subwoofer contains no stereo imaging, and its sound is non-
directional. As a result, the subwoofer doesn’t have to be placed in any
particular relationship to the satellites. However, placing the
subwoofer on the floor close to a wall or room corner provides better
bass efficiency and optimum sound.
WARNING: The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded. As such, it
SHOULD be placed at least 2 feet (0.6m) from TVs, computer monitors,
computer hard drives or any other magnetic media (e.g. floppy disks,
Zip disks, computer or audio tapes, etc.).
Satellite Speakers
Arrange the front satellites to suit your listening tastes—from next to
the monitor to as far apart as the speaker cords allow. The rear
satellites should be placed slightly behind you, or as far back as the
cords allow. The same principle applies to wall-mounted rear speakers.
Place the center satellite either on top or below the center of the
monitor.
For optimum sound, all satellites should be placed at or slightly above
ear level, and in an arrangement that offers the most satisfying results.
NOTE: The satellite speakers ARE magnetically shielded and can be
placed close to video displays such as TVs and computer monitors
without distorting the image.
Making Connections
WARNING: Do not insert the speaker system’s power plug into an AC
outlet until all connections are made. Also, turn off the audio source
(i.e., your PC, MP3 player, Sony PlayStation, etc.) before connecting the
outputs to the 5100 system’s inputs.
To ensure first-time operation as expected, carefully follow the
connection sequences described below in the order indicated for your
particular application. Setup is fast and easy: Simply connect the audio
source inputs and the satellite speakers to the rear of the subwoofer.
Satellite Speakers
The satellite speakers must be connected to the subwoofer. To make
setup easy, the input jacks on the subwoofer are color-coded to the
jacks on the satellite cables.
1. Connect the orange RCA plug from the RIGHT FRONT satellite into
the jack marked RIGHT FRONT on the subwoofer. Repeat this
procedure for the LEFT FRONT satellite, connecting the brown RCA
plug from the LEFT FRONT satellite to the jack marked LEFT FRONT on
the subwoofer.
2. Connect the purple RCA plug from the RIGHT REAR satellite into the
jack marked RIGHT REAR on the subwoofer. Repeat this procedure for
the LEFT REAR satellite, connecting the gold RCA plug from the LEFT
REAR satellite to the jack marked LEFT REAR on the subwoofer.
3. Connect the cyan 3.5mm stereo plug from the CENTER satellite to the
jack marked CENTER on the subwoofer.
4. Connect the gray DIN plug from the system controller unit into the
DIN jack marked CONTROLLER on the subwoofer. Note that the DIN
plug has an arrow. The arrow should be face up for correct insertion
into the DIN jack on the subwoofer.
Inputs
Various connection schemes between your audio source and the 5100
speaker system are available. Determine if you’ll be setting up the
speaker system for PC audio/PC gaming, DVD playback, console gaming
or with portable audio devices (such as MP3 or portable CD players),
then skip to the appropriate section.
PC Audio/PC Gaming/DVD Playback
Sound cards designed for PC gaming or DVD playback have unique
audio outputs. Typically, the outputs will be marked as “front output,”
“rear output” and “LFE/center output.” In some cases, slightly different
terminology may be used. The sound card’s documentation should help
you determine which outputs to use with your speaker system.
6-Channel/5.1 Sound Cards
1. Locate the cables with green, black and yellow 3.5mm stereo plugs.
2. Insert one end of the black, green and yellow plugs into the color-
coded inputs labeled front, rear and center input, located on the rear
of the subwoofer.
3. Insert the other end of the black, green and yellow input plugs into
the computer sound card’s black, green and yellow outputs.
4. Ensure the mode on the controller is set to the 5.1 position.
NOTE: To ensure sound emanates from the center satellite, be sure that
the center mix switch on the subwoofer is in the “on” position.
4-Channel Gaming Sound Cards
1. Locate the cables with green and black 3.5mm stereo plugs.
2. Insert one end of the black and green plugs into the color-coded
input labeled front and rear input, located on the rear of the
subwoofer.
3. Insert the other end of the black and green input plugs into the
computer sound card’s black and green outputs.
4. Ensure the mode on the controller is set to the 4.1 position.
NOTE: To ensure sound emanates from the center satellite, be sure that
the center mix switch on the subwoofer is in the “on” position.
2-Channel/Stereo Sound Cards
1. Locate the cable with green 3.5mm stereo plugs.
2. Insert one end of the green plug into the color-coded input labeled
front input located on the rear of the subwoofer.
3. Insert the other end of the green input plug into the computer stereo
(green) output.
4. Set the mode on the controller to the StereoX2 position.
NOTE: To ensure sound emanates from the center satellite, be sure that
the center mix switch on the subwoofer is in the “on” position.
5.1 speaker system
5100
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The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the speaker system.
Safety Instructions
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Do not use this speaker system near water.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instruction.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other speaker system (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
7. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounded
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounded plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched. Pay
close attention to the plug, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the speaker system.
9. Use only attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by
the manufacturer, or sold with the speaker system. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/speaker system
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11. Unplug this speaker system during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all service questions to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the speaker system has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the speaker system, the
speaker system has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally or has been dropped.
One-Year Limited Warranty
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end user that all of its
PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems are free from defects in
material and workmanship in the course of normal and reasonable use
for a term of one year from the date of purchase.
This warranty is the exclusive and only warranty in effect relative to
Altec Lansing PC audio, TV or gaming speaker systems and any other
warranties, either expressed or implied, are invalid. Neither Altec
Lansing Technologies, Inc. nor any authorized Altec Lansing
Technologies, Inc. reseller is responsible for any incidental damages
incurred in the use of the speakers. (This limitation of incidental or
consequential damage is not applicable where prohibited.)
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty does
not apply to any defect, malfunction or failure as a result of misuse,
abuse, improper installation, use with faulty or improper equipment or
the use of the speaker systems with any equipment for which they
were not intended.
The terms of this warranty apply only to PC audio, TV or gaming
speaker systems when such speakers are returned to the respective
authorized Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. reseller where they
were purchased.
CAUTION
To prevent blade exposure or electric shock, do not use the
polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet
unless the blades can be fully inserted into the outlet.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS SPEAKER SYSTEM TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.