Installation and Operating Instructions:
ZVOX 575 single-Cabinet surround sound system
Contents
ZVOX Audio ZVOX 575 cabinet
AC power cord
Remote Control and Battery
Main Audio Cable (left and right RCA type plugs on each end)
Aux Audio Cable (stereo miniplug at one end, left and right RCA type plugs
on the other end)
Placement
Place the ZVOX 575 cabinet on a sturdy surface.
The ZVOX 575 cabinet should face the listening area.
Power Connection
1 Connect the AC power cord to the 120V~60Hz Power Connector on
the back of the ZVOX 575 cabinet.
warnIng: DOn’t Plug aC COrD IntO Outlet befOre
It Is COnneCteD tO the POwer COnneCtOr On the
rear Of the unIt.
2 After you have confirmed the
AC power cord is properly
connected to ZVOX 575, connect
the AC power cord plug into a
convenient AC receptacle.
3 After you have made the necessary
audio signal connections (see
below), set the POWER switch on
the back of the ZVOX 575 to ON.
audio signal Connection
1 Connect one end of the Main Audio Cable to the
“Audio Out” jacks of your TV or other audio source
(cable box, satellite receiver, DVD player). Use the
red plug for the red jack (right channel). Use the
other plug for the white jack (left channel).
2 Connect the plugs on the other end of the Audio Cable in the same
manner to the red and white INPUT 1 jacks on the back of the
ZVOX 575 cabinet.
turn Off Your tV’s Internal speakers
1 Push the MENU button on the TV’s remote control and navigate to the
AUDIO setting options.
2 Choose SPEAKER: OFF (the wording may vary).
3 If available, set AUDIO OUT to VARIABLE (the wording may vary).
This is sometimes labeled AOV. Some TVs do not provide this option.
In this case, the TV’s audio output will either be FIXED or VARIABLE.
NOTE:
Variable
AUDIO OUTPUT ON yOUR TV ALLOWS yOU TO
CONTINUE TO USE yOUR TV’S REMOTE CONTROL TO ADjUST THE
LISTENINg VOLUME. IF yOUR TV’S AUDIO OUTPUT IS FIXED, THEN yOU
USE THE ZVOX 575 REMOTE CONTROL TO ADjUST AUDIO OUTPUT.
NOTE: A UNIVERSAL OR PROgRAMMABLE/LEARNINg REMOTE
CAN BE SUBSTITUTED TO CONTROL THE ZVOX 575, yOUR TV AND
OTHER CONNECTED DEVICES. THE ZVOX 575 WILL RESPOND TO
THE FOLLOWINg PREPROgRAMMED AUDIO REMOTE CODES:
CANDLE 1004/HISENSE 1237/AIWA 1036.
ZVOX 575 Connectors
OutPut jack: The output of this jack is full-range monaural audio. Connect this
jack to an external powered subwoofer, should one be available. If possible, set
the subwoofer’s crossover (sometimes labeled “Low Pass”) to 50 to 60 Hz, then
adjust the subwoofer’s output to blend well with the ZVOX 575.
InPut 1 jacks: Use to connect a TV, PC or other audio source
InPut 2 jacks: Use this input only after INPUT 1 has an audio source.
Audio on this input mixes with the audio from INPUT 1.
remote Control
1. Insert the AAA batteries in the ZVOX 575 remote control.
2. Turn on the ZVOX 575 by pushing the power button on the remote
control. A blue LED light should come on.
nOte: In nOrMal OPeratIOn the unIt
wIll gO IntO stanDbY MODe 2-3 MInutes
after It stOPs reCeIVIng an auDIO
sIgnal (fOr eXaMPle, when YOu turn
Off YOur tV). the frOnt Panel lIght
wIll turn frOM blue tO green In stanD-
bY MODe. when the sIgnal returns
(after YOu turn YOur tV On), the lIght
wIll turn blue agaIn. tO Defeat thIs
“autOMatIC stanDbY” MODe, Press the
“autO On/Off” buttOn OnCe (the lIght
wIll blInk). tO restOre the settIng,
Press the buttOn agaIn.
3. Adjust volume with the Volume “+” and “–”
buttons. Note that the blue LED light under
the grille will flash with every push of a button.
When you have reached maximum (or minimum)
volume, the blue LED will stop blinking. The
LED reacts this way for all settings–VOLUME,
PHASECUE
™
, SUBWOOFER and TREBLE.
4. When “MUTE” button is pushed, and volume
is muted, the blue LED will flash until volume is
unmuted with a second push of the button.
5. PHASECUE buttons control the ZVOX virtual
surround sound system. There are nine (9)
levels of PHASECUE adjustment. When you
turn up the PHASECUE control, the audio should sound wider or
“bigger.” In many cases you will hear sounds from places where there are
no speakers. This effect is stronger with live music, live sporting events
and well-recorded movies and TV programs. With many programs—
especially news shows and sitcoms—PHASECUE will have little effect.
nOte: If YOu fInD that CrOwD nOIses Or MOVIe sPeCIal effeCts
are “DrOwnIng Out” the DIalOg, trY turnIng DOwn the PhaseCue
COntrOl. thIs wIll Put MOre fOCus On DIalOg ClarItY.
6. There are nine (9) levels of SUBWOOFER control. you may need to
experiment with SUBWOOFER levels because speaker position and
program material have a big effect on bass. If the audio sounds thin,
try turning up the SUBWOOFER control. If the bass sounds overly loud,
“boomy” or distorted, turn down the SUBWOOFER control.
7. There are nine (9) levels of TREBLE control. The adjustment this control
makes is very subtle. Experiment until you think the sound is not too
“bright” and not too “dull.” Most people set the treble control once and
leave the setting in that position.
fine tuning
If you hear a consistent hiss or hum from the ZVOX 575, it is likely you are
using a variable audio signal output from your TV but ZVOX 575’s volume is
set too high. Lower the setting on the ZVOX 575 remote VOLUME by at least
three steps or until the hiss is reduced, then set it aside. Use a higher volume
setting on your TV remote from this point forward.
Please keep in mind that your ZVOX 575 is a highly accurate audio system.
It may reveal noise, distortion or other flaws inherent in some audio programs
that were masked with smaller TV speakers.
The PhaseCue control adjusts the size of the perceived “soundstage”. Feel
free to adjust it for different kinds of programs. In general, movies and live
action video programming benefit from a higher setting than music concert
programming. Remember, there are nine discrete steps of PhaseCue effect.
rear aC panel of ZVOX 575
rear input panel of
ZVOX 575
rear jack panel of tV
Audio
Output
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
15.
grounding or Polarization–This product 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.
alternate warnings–This product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
16.
Ventilation–Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect 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.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
17. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
18. CLASS II apparatus with double insulation, and no protective
earth provided.
stable Placement. Do not place the ZVOX 575 on an
unstable cart, stand, bracket or table. The ZVOX 575 may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious
damage to the product. Do not use the ZVOX 575 on any
unstable surface.
Placement of a tV on the ZVOX 575. Televisions weighing less than 140
pounds, and with base dimensions of less than 34" in width and less than
15" in depth, can be placed on top of the ZVOX 575—BUT ONLy WHEN
THE FOLLOWINg SAFETy PRECAUTIONS ARE STRICTLy OBSERVED.
PLACINg A TV ON TOP OF THE ZVOX 575 WITHOUT FOLLOWINg ALL
THE PRECAUTIONS IS DANgEROUS AND SHOULD NOT BE DONE.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or 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.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
Important safety Instructions
special safety warnings regarding Placement of ZVOX 575 and Other equipment
reaD thIs fIrst
Important safety Instructions for ZVOX 575 system
warnIng
•
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
•
THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING WATER AND NO OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUIDS
SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON APPARATUS.
CautIOn
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT OPEN
This lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, 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
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electrical shock to persons.
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 appliance.
Warning: To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not remove cover (or back) no
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
• The television must weigh 140 pounds or less.
• The base of the TV, or the TV stand, must be 34" wide or less.
• The base of the TV, or the TV stand, must be 15" deep or less.
• The TV MUST be anchored to the rear wall using anchor bolts and
supporting cables supplied by the TV manufacturer, following the
installation guidelines provided by the TV manufacturer.
• Be sure to take measures to prevent the ZVOX 575 from
becoming uneven or unstable. Install the ZVOX 575 on a solid and
flat surface.