Zvox Audio ZVOX 325 User manual

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1. Unpack 325, AC power supply, remote control and 2 connecting cords – one with “RCA” plugs, and one with a “mini plug” connector.

2. Place console facing listening area, leaving 2” of space behind it for bass port. If using the console with a TV, try to align the console with the center of the screen.

3. Connect AC power supply cord to “Power/

12VDC” port on console, then plug into AC outlet.

DO NOT plug cord into AC outlet before it is connected to “Power” port of Console.

4. Examine audio outputs or headphone jack of your TV, PC, CD/MP3 player, game console or radio to determine if it uses a “mini jack” or

“RCA” connectors. Choose and connect appropriate cord.

Mini-plug for use with minijack input.

RCA plugs for use with RCA jack inputs.

5. For TV connection only: All other devices, skip to step 6.

If connected to a TV audio output, push the “MENU” button on your remote control, then choose “AUDIO” -- and navigate through the menu options to choose “SPEAKER: OFF” and “AUDIO OUT: VARIABLE” (sometimes called

“AOV” on a TV’s menu). This allows you to control the volume of the ZVOX system using your

TV’s remote control.

If your TV’s audio output can’t be switched to

“VARIABLE,” simply control the volume of the

ZVOX 325 using its supplied remote control.

If your TV doesn’t have audio out jacks, connect the ZVOX console to the TV’s headphone jack.

Your TV’s volume control will then control the volume of the ZVOX console.

If your TV doesn’t have a headphone jack, or audio outputs, then you can connect your ZVOX system to the audio output of your cable box or satellite dish. But other devices (VCR, DVD player) will not play through the ZVOX system, unless they are connected through your cable box.

Hook-up instructions: ZVOX 325

6. Turn down the front panel volume control all the way. Because the volume control uses an electronic “continuous spin” system, the knob won’t “stop” anywhere -- just turn it counter clockwise one full rotation.

7. Plug other end of audio connecting cable into “Input 1” plug on back of ZVOX 325.

8. Turn Power switch (located to left of power plug) to “Standby.” Then activate TV, PC, CD/

MP3 player, radio or other audio device. In

“Standby” mode, the ZVOX 325 will automatically turn itself on when it senses a signal (red

LED above power plug will turn green). After

3 minutes without receiving an audio signal, your system will automatically shut down its amplifier (LED will turn from green to red).

When you turn on your TV/audio source, the

ZVOX 325 will automatically turn itself on again. The auto turn-on function takes 1-2 seconds. Note: If auto shutdown occurs when listening at very low volume levels, you may need to adjust the ZVOX volume control

DOWN somewhat, and turn the volume of your TV/audio source UP. This will assure a strong enough signal to prevent inadvertent shutdown. If inadvertent shutdown continues to occur, put the Power switch into the “On” position – bypassing the auto turn-off circuit.

9. With volume control of TV/PC/Audio Device set at about 75% of maximum, turn up the volume of ZVOX 325 until you reach your desired listening level, or until audible distortion occurs. If distortion occurs, turn

ZVOX volume control down until distortion goes away. You can use either the front-panel volume control or the remote control.

10. Listen and enjoy. When you’re finished, simply turn off your TV/audio source.

A few opportunities for fine-tuning.

1. If your TV, CD player, PC or other audio source plays too loudly, even with its volume control turned only part way up, you may want to reduce the volume level on the ZVOX 325.

2. If you hear a consistent “hiss” or hum, try turning UP the volume of your TV or other audio source, and then set the ZVOX volume level

LOWER. If your TV is connected to a cable box or satellite receiver, try turning its volume control

UP – so that when you switch from your cable box to your DVD player, they play at about the same level. As a rule of thumb, try setting each device at about 75-90% of its maximum volume level -- then turn the ZVOX 325’s volume control up as far as it will go without distorting.

In some circumstances, you will hear excess hiss if your TV/audio source is turned up TOO high. If this happens, try adjusting the TV/audio source sound level DOWN and turn the ZVOX

325 volume UP.

Please keep in mind that your ZVOX 325 is a highly accurate audio system that may reveal noise or distortion that other speakers did not reproduce. This is not the fault of the 325, which is simply reproducing the signal it receives.

3. The PhaseCue control adjusts the size of the perceived “sound stage.” Feel free to adjust it when playing different kinds of audio. Some people prefer slightly more, or less PhaseCue effect. Try different settings to see what you like best. Some people prefer higher settings for movies, and slightly lower settings for music.

3. If you are placing the ZVOX 325 on the floor, in a corner, or near the ceiling, you may find that it produces too much bass – resulting in a

“muddy” sound. If this happens, turn down the subwoofer level control until the “muddy” or

“boomy” sound goes away.

Inputs & Controls

Front

Panel

Input

The front-panel input on the 325 allows you to quickly connect an MP3 player or portable audio device to the system. Plug in the device using a stereo mini jack connector and the rear inputs are automatically disconnected. When you unplug the device from the front panel, the rear input is automatically re-activated.

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• “Input 1” jack is for connecting audio connector cable from TV, PC or other audio source.

• “Output (Input 2)” jack is for connection of optional powered subwoofer. This jack will also function as an input, but when it is used, Input 1 is automatically muted. If you want to connect 2 or more devices to your ZVOX 325, we suggest you consider an external input switching device

(available for $20-$50 at electronics stores).

• “Subwoofer Level ” adjusts bass output.

• “Phase Cue” knob (on front panel) adjusts the size of the sound stage, and the amount of virtual surround sound. If background noices (crowds, wind, traffic, etc.) interfere with dialog, try turning down PhaseCue control slightly.