Altec Lansing ACS54 User Manual

User’s Guide
Computer Speaker System
© 2000 Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc.,
Milford, PA 18337
800-ALTEC-88 • www.altecmm.com
One Year Limited Warranty
Altec Lansing Technologies, Inc. warrants
to the end user that all of its computer
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 computer 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
computer speaker systems with any
equipment for which they were not
intended.
The terms of this warranty apply only to
computer speaker systems when such
speakers are returned to the respective
authorized Altec Lansing Technologies,
Inc. reseller where they were purchased.
Under the terms of this warranty the
original consumer purchaser has certain
legal rights and may have other rights
which vary worldwide.
Specifications
Overall
Total Audio Power 40 watts
THD <0.8%@1 watt, 1
kHz
Input Sensitivity 300 mV for full
output
Input Impedance >10K ohms
Frequency Response 38 Hz – 18 kHz
Satellites
Speakers (per satellite) One 3 inch
(75mm)
Audio Power 5 Watts per
channel
(20 watts total)
Frequency Response 250 Hz – 18 kHz
S/N Ratio >65 dB
Subwoofer
Speaker One 4 inch
(100mm)
long throw
Audio Power 20 Watts
Frequency Response 38 Hz – 250 Hz
Power Requirements
USA/CANADA 120 volts 60 Hz
AC
Max Power Consumption 120 Watts
UL/CUL/CE approved
ACS54

Altec Lansing ACS54 Specifications

General

Brand	Altec Lansing
Model	ACS54
Category	Speakers
Language	English

Summary

System Specifications

Overall System Metrics

Details on total audio power, THD, input sensitivity, impedance, and frequency response.

Satellite Speaker Details

Specifications for satellite speakers including size, audio power, frequency response, and S/N ratio.

Subwoofer Specifications

Information on the subwoofer's speaker size, audio power, and frequency response.

Power Requirements and Approvals

Electrical requirements for USA/Canada and maximum power consumption details.

One Year Limited Warranty

Safety and Operating Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Instructions on reading, retaining, heeding warnings, and following all operating guidelines.

Environmental and Location Safety

Guidance regarding water, moisture, heat sources, and stable installation locations.

Electrical Safety Measures

Precautions for power sources, cord protection, and preventing defeat of grounding.

Cleaning and Maintenance Safety

Instructions for cleaning, unplugging during non-use, and handling damage.

System Description

Setup and Connection

Connecting the Power Cord

Steps for safely connecting the power cord to the AC outlet.

Audio Input Connections

Guidance on connecting audio sources using color-coded jacks and DIN plugs.

Controls and Operation

Power and Volume Controls

How to turn the system on/off and adjust the overall volume.

Surround Sound Adjustment

Details on adjusting the surround control for enhanced realism.

Bass Level Control

Information on adjusting the bass response for optimal balance.

Speaker Placement

Optimal Speaker Arrangement

Recommendations for placing satellite and subwoofer for 3D spatial effect.