4-252-190-11(1)
USB Active
Speaker System
Operating Instructions
UZ-US501
© 2004 Sony Corporation
If colour irregularity persists...
Place the speakers farther away from the TV set.
Precautions
If colour irregularity is observed
again and continuously...
Do not place magnetic objects near the speakers
as magnetic interaction between them may cause
colour irregularity on a nearby TV screen.
On safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
Magnetic objects ...
Racks, magnets attached to the doors, health
appliances, magnets used for toys, etc.
On power sources
• The system is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has
been turned off.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Aiwa
dealer.
• If you are not going to use the system for a long
time, be sure to disconnect the system from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull
the cord.
• AC power cord must only be changed at the
qualified service shop.
On placement
Do not place the system in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or mechanical shock.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
portion with very low level input (soft sound) or
no audio signal. If you do, the speakers may be
damaged when a peak level portion is played.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
If you encounter colour irregularity
on a nearby TV screen
This speaker system is magnetically shielded for
placement near a TV set. However, depending on
the TV set, colour irregularity may be observed on
the TV screen.
If colour irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again in 15 to
30 minutes.
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About this manual
Required system
equipment
The instructions in this manual primarily describe
the controls on the remote. You can also use the
controls on the system if they have the same or
similar names as those on the remote.
About installing the supplied software
“WinDVD,” refer to 5, 20 page, and for instruc-
tions, refer to the help file after connecting the
system.
Required system for computer
The following hardware and software are
necessary for the speaker system.
For details on the required system equipment and
recommended computer environments for
enjoying 5.1channel sound on a computer, see
“Required system for WinDVD” (page 5).
Computer
IBM PC/AT or Compatible
• CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz or higher (Pentium
III 450 MHz or higher is recommended)
• RAM: 128 MB or higher is recommended
Others
• CD-ROM drive
• USB port that supports USB 1.1 or higher
Operating System
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows Millennium Edition (ME)
• Windows 2000 Professional
• Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)
Operation is not assured in the
following environments.
• Macintosh
• Personally constructed computers or operating
systems
• Windows XP versions other than Home Edition
or Professional
• Windows 2000 versions other than Professional
• Windows 98 versions other than Second Edition
• Windows NT/ Windows 95
• An environment upgraded to the other operating
systems
• Multi-boot environment/ Multi-monitor
environment
Notes
• Operations are not guaranteed for all the recom-
mended computer environments mentioned above.
• It is recommended to connect the USB cable
directly to the USB port of the computer.
Connecting through a USB hub is not recom-
mended.
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Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Required system for WinDVD
When you use “WinDVD,” these condition are
required for the following environments.
Before installing “WinDVD,” be sure the
minimum required system and hardware exists.
IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer,
Inc., in the United States and/or other
countries.
Computer
IBM PC/AT or Compatible
• CPU: Pentium Intel Pentium III 500MHz or
higher (Pentium III 700 MHz or higher is
recommended)
• Memory: 128 MB
• Hard disk: 50 MB or more
Others
• Graphic Code: 24bit dpi, SVGA, AGP Video
card for DirectX
Pentium is a trademark or registered trade-
mark of Intel Corporation.
InterVideo and WinDVD are registered
trademarks of InterVideo, Inc.
All other trademarks and registered trade-
marks are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective holders.
• DVD Drive: DVD-ROM, DVD-R/RW,
DVD-RAM DVD+RW Drivers for feeds II or
more version
TM and ® marks are omitted in this manual.
• DirectX 8.1: Included in the supplied CD-ROM.
• Internet Environments: Required for updating.
Operating System
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows Millennium Edition (ME)
• Windows 2000 Professional
• Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)
Notes
• Depending on the environment, it may be necessary
to upgrade the system and hardware on your
computer.
• Administrator support only. Log in as administrator
before installing.
• Dual CPU and dual boot environments are not
guaranteed.
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Table of Contents
WARNING.......................................................................................................... 2
Precautions ........................................................................................................ 3
About this manual .............................................................................................. 4
Required system equipment .............................................................................. 4
Getting Started ................................................................. 7
Unpacking .......................................................................................................... 7
Inserting batteries into the remote ..................................................................... 7
Hookup .............................................................................................................. 8
Speaker Setup ................................................................................................. 11
Listening to connected equipment ......................................... 14
Adjusting the Volume ....................................................................................... 14
Selecting the Sound Field ................................................................................ 15
Adjusting the tone quality................................................................................. 18
Turning off the power automatically (Auto power on/off function) .................... 18
Listening to 5.1ch via a connected computer ............................ 20
Installation and setting for “WinDVD” ............................................................... 20
Additional Information ....................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 22
Specifications................................................................................................... 24
Index to Parts and Controls ............................................................................. 25
This system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and
the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. “DTS”
and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
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Getting Started
Unpacking
Inserting batteries into
the remote
Check that you have the following items:
• Subwoofer (1)
• Satellite speakers
Front/Center (Dual Center) (2)
Surround (2)
• USB cable 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) (1)
• Remote commander (remote) RM-Z7S101
(1)
You can control the system using the
supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6)
batteries (not supplied) by matching the +
and – on the batteries. When using the
remote, point it at the remote sensor on
the system.
• CD-ROM WinDVD (1)
• Operating Instructions (this book) (1)
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote
casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
• If you will not use the remote for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid
possible damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.
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Hookup
Preparation 1: Connecting the satellite speakers
Before connecting, make sure that the subwoofer is turned off and the power cord unplugged.
Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer. The speaker plugs and each terminal
of the subwoofer are colour-coded. Connect the speaker cables to their matching colour-coded
terminals.
After connecting the speakers to the system, connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of this
system to a wall outlet (mains).
Preparation 2: Connecting computer and audiovisual equipment
A When connecting to computers - the USB connection
1 Turn on the system and your computer.
2 Connect the system to your computer with the supplied USB cable.
About the installation of the USB device driver
In Step 2, if your computer automatically detects the subwoofer as new hardware, it will start
installing the USB device driver. Installation time will depend on your computer environment.
After the installation window disappears, wait for a few minutes before continuing.
• If you use Windows 98 SE or Windows ME, install the USB device driver by following the on-screen
instructions. If a message appears indicating that the computer cannot find the driver’s file, insert the Windows
OS CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to resume the
installation.
• If you use Windows 2000 or Windows XP, log in as Administrator before installing the driver.
Notes
• It may be necessary to restart the computer after you connect it to this system.
• It is recommended to disconnect the USB cable when not operating this system.
• When the system is connected to the USB port of your computer, the audio output is switched from your
computer to the system. When the USB cable is disconnected, the audio output returns to your computer.
• If you use a USB hub or an extended USB cable, optimum performance is not guaranteed.
• Use only the supplied USB cable, otherwise optimum performance is not guaranteed.
• If you use a computer with a built-in Transmeta Cusoe processor, the USB speaker function may not work.
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Connection
Subwoofer (this system)
ANALOG IN
R
L
SPEAKER
USB
R
L
FRONT
To wall outlet
(mains)
CENTER
OPTICAL IN
SURROUND
ANALOG IN
A
R
L
SPEAKER
To USB port
R
L
USB
FRONT
CENTER
OPTICAL IN
SURROUND
Green Red Gray Blue White Purple
Speaker cords
Speaker cords
Center (R)
Center (L)
Front (L)
Front (R)
Hole for attaching the floor
stand (not supplied)
Hole for attaching the floor
stand (not supplied)
Front /Center
speaker (R)
Front/Center
speaker (L)
Speaker cord
Speaker cord
Surround speaker (R)
Surround speaker (L)
Hole for attaching
the floor stand
(not supplied)
Hole for attaching
the floor stand
(not supplied)
To USB port
USB cable (supplied)
To your computer
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B When connecting to other components
This system can be connected to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD
player, and analog components such as a TV or VCR. See also the operating instructions of the
equipment you want to connect.
Connecting to a digital audio/video component
Connect the component to the OPTICAL IN jack.
ANALOG IN
R
L
SPEAKER
R
L
USB
FRONT
CENTER
OPTICAL IN
SURROUND
optical digital cord
(not supplied)
DVD player, CD player, etc.
Connecting to an analog audio/video component
Connect the component to the ANALOG IN (L/R) jack.
ANALOG IN
R
L
SPEAKER
R
L
USB
FRONT
CENTER
OPTICAL IN
SURROUND
audio connecting
cord (not supplied)
TV, VCR, etc.
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Surround speaker to the side
Speaker Setup
A
A
45°
Positioning the speakers
The satellite speakers are designed so that
the left speaker should be set only on the left
side and the right speaker should be set only
on the right side, therefore make sure which
is which when setting up. Each satellite
(Front/Center) speaker is dual center type,
with built-in center speaker. The speakers
are designed to channel sounds inward.
For the best possible surround sound, all
speakers other than the subwoofer should be
equidistant from the listening position.
The satellite (Front/Center) speaker can be
placed from 0.4 to 7.0 metres (1.2 to 21.1
ft.) (A) from the listening position. Also,
this system allows you to place the surround
speaker up to 4.6 metres (13.8 ft.) closer
(B) to the satellite (Front/Center) speaker.
You can place the surround speakers either
behind or to the side of you, depending on
the shape of your room, etc.
B
B
90°
20°
Surround speaker to the rear
A
A
45°
B
B
90°
20°
The subwoofer can be placed anywhere in
front of the listener.
Note
Use caution when placing the speaker and subwoofer
on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.)
floor, as staining or discolouration may result.
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Speaker installation
For best performance, we recomm
speaker placement as shown.
Installation image when con
computer
Front/Center
speaker (R)
Front/Center
speaker (L)
Su
sp
Surro
spea
Subwoofer (the System)
Installation image when con
audio equipment
APC (Auto Power Control)
(page 19)
r
F-DIS (FRONT DISTANCE)
(page 13)
r
S-DIS (SURROUND DISTANCE)
(page 13)
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4 While pressing SHIFT, set the
parameter using SELECT C/c.
5 Repeat Steps 3 to 4 to set other
parameters.
If you do not operate the remote for a
few seconds, the parameter turns off and
is stored in the system.
Parameters
The following are the parameters.
xF-DIS (FRONT DISTANCE)
Set the distance from the satellite (Front/
Center) speakers to the listening position.
The satellite (Front/Center) speaker distance
can be set anywhere from 0.4 (1.2 ft.) to 7.0
metres (21.1 ft.), in steps of 0.2 metres (0.6
ft.).The default setting is 3 metres (9 ft.).
xS-DIS (SURROUND DISTANCE)
Set the distance from the surround speakers
to the listening position in steps of
0.2 metres (0.6 ft.). The surround speaker to
listening position distance can be set from
equal to that of the satellite (Front/Center)
speaker, down to a distance of 4.6 metres
(15 ft.) closer than that of the satellite
(Front/Center) speaker. The default setting is
3 metres (9 ft.).
For instance, when the distance of the
satellite (Front/Center) speaker is 6 metres
(18 ft.), the surround speaker can be placed
at a distance of between 1.4 metres and
6 metres (4.2 to 18 ft.).
If the distance of the satellite (Front/Center)
speaker is 3 metres (9 ft.), the surround
speaker can be placed at a distance of
between 0.4 and 3 metres (1.2 to 9.0 ft.).
The minimum is 0.4 metre (1.2 ft.).
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Listening to connected equipment
To mute the sound
Adjusting the Volume
Press MUTING.
M-ON (MUTING ON) is appears in the
display. Press MUTING again to cancel.
Notes
Adjusting the volume of all the
speakers together
• Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the
power during playback.
• When you increase the volume, the fan of the
subwoofer starts working.
• If the following operation is performed with the
volume level at 26 or more, the volume level will
automatically be lowered to 25 to prevent speaker
damage.
You can adjust the volume of all the
speakers together.
– Press INPUT
– Pressing ?/1 (Power).
MUTING
?/1 (POWER)
– Turning on the power automatically using the
auto power function.
INPUT
VOLUME +/–
Adjusting the speaker balance
individually
When connecting the subwoofer to a
computer with the USB cable, the volume of
the computer should be set to maximum.
You can adjust the speakers individually,
except for the front speakers.
The center and surround speakers and
subwoofer volume levels are adjusted to the
front speaker volume level as the criterion.
The speaker to be adjusted flashes in the
display.
1 Press ?/1 (POWER) on the remote.
The subwoofer turns on and the ?/1
(POWER) indicator lights up in green.
You can adjust each speaker’s volume level
between –6 dB and +6 dB.
2 Play the program source.
3 If there is no sound, press INPUT to
select the input source.
Each time you press INPUT, the input
source is selected and appears in the
display.
MUTING/
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
INPUT
SHIFT
USB
USB jack
WOOFER
SURR +/–
OPT (OPTICAL)
ANA (ANALOG)
OPTICAL IN jack
ANALOG IN (L/R) jacks
+/–
CENTER
+/–
4 Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume
level.
The present volume level appears in the
display.
You can adjust the volume level from 0
to 40.
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To adjust the center speaker
Selecting the Sound Field
Press CENTER +/–.
To adjust the Surround speakers
Press SURR +/–.
You can enjoy surround sound simply by
selecting one of the pre-programmed sound
fields according to the program you want to
listen to. You will get such presence that you
will have the illusion that you are in a movie
theater or concert hall while you are in your
own room.
To adjust the subwoofer
Press WOOFER +/–.
Tip
The test tone will make it easier to hear the difference
in the volume level of each speaker.
While pressing SHIFT, press MUTING/TEST
TONE.
See the table on page 17 for the details on
each sound field.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in
sequence. Adjust the volume level so that the volume
of the test tone from each speaker sounds the same on
the remote.
To turn off the test tone, while pressing SHIFT, press
MUTING/TEST TONE again.
S-MODE
Press S-MODE repeatedly until the
sound field you want appears in the
display.
Each time you press S-MODE, the sound
field mode is selected and appears in the
display.
Sound field
Display
AUTO FORMAT
DECODE
AUTO
DPLII MOVIE
PL2CI
PL2MU
CSE-A
CSE-B
CSE-C
HALL
JAZZ
DPLII MUSIC
CINEMA STUDIO EX A*
CINEMA STUDIO EX B*
CINEMA STUDIO EX C*
HALL
JAZZ CLUB
LIVE CONCERT
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LIVE
GAME
2CH
2CH STEREO
* Use DCS Technology
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About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
In collaboration with Sony Pictures
Entertainment, Sony measured the sound
environment of their studios and integrated
the data of the measurement and Sony’s own
DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology
to develop “Digital Cinema Sound.” “Digital
Cinema Sound” simulates in a home theatre
an ideal movie theatre sound environment
based on the preference of the movie
director.
When using headphones
When connecting the headphones to the
HEADPHONE jack, you can select the
following items.
Sound field
Display
2CH
2CH STEREO
HEADPHONE THEATER
H-T
Tips
• The system memorizes the last sound field selected
for each source component selected by the INPUT
(Sound Field Link).
When you select a component by the INPUT, the
sound field that was last applied for the component
is automatically applied.
For example, if you connect to the USB jack and
select DPLII MOVIE as the sound field, then
switch to OPT (OPTICAL) by the INPUT and
select HALL as the sound field. If you switch to
USB again, DPLII MOVIE will be applied as the
sound field.
• You can identify the encoding format of program
software by looking at its packaging.
– Dolby Digital discs are labeled with the
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Features of each sound field mode
Effect
Sound field mode
Automatically detects the type of audio signal being
input (Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, or standard
2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if
necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was
recorded/encoded, without adding any effects.
AUTO FORMAT DECODE
Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth output
channels from two-channel sources. This is done using
an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that
extracts the spatial properties of the original recording
without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations.
DPLII MOVIE/MUSIC
(Dolby Pro Logic II Movie/Music)
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony
Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema
production studio. This is a standard mode, great for
watching most types of movie.
CINEMA STUDIO EX A
CINEMA STUDIO EX B
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony
Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema
production studio. This mode is ideal for watching
science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound
effects.
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony
Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal
for watching musicals or classic films where music is
featured in the soundtrack.
CINEMA STUDIO EX C
Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall.
Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club.
HALL
JAZZ CLUB
LIVE CONCERT
GAME
Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live concert.
Obtains maximum audio impact from video game
software.
This mode outputs the sound from the headphone L/R.
Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass
the sound field processing. Multi channel surround
formats are downmixed to two channels.
2CH STEREO
This mode outputs the sound as surround from
headphone L/R.
HEADPHONE THEATER
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Adjusting the tone quality
Turning off the power
automatically
(Auto power on/off function)
Making the low-level sound (DOLBY
DRC*)
If this function is on, if no signal is applied
to the selected input (selected by INPUT)
for more than 5 minutes, system power will
turn off automatically. Power will turn on
again when signal is applied to the selected
input.
When you listen at low volume, the system
compresses the dynamic range and finely
adjusts for low-level sound. It is only
functional when a DVD disc for DRC (audio
DRC) is played. To use this function,
connect your computer with the USB cable
or the DVD component with the optical
digital cable and set the Dolby digital sound
to DOWNMIX PCM.
AUTO POWER Front panel display
indicator
*Dolby DRC = Dolby Dynamic Range
Control
INPUT
VOLUME
PHONES
AUTO POWER
S-MODE
Each type of mode, the AUTO POWER
indicator on the system is changed the
following.
S-MODE
SELECT C/c
SHIFT
Auto power
ON
AUTO POWER indicator
Green light up
OFF
Light out
1 While pressing SHIFT, press S-MODE
repeatedly until DRC (DOLBY DRC)
appears in the display.
2 While pressing SHIFT, select STD
(STANDARD) using SELECT C/c.
Select OFF, to turn off DRC.
The default setting is OFF.
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To activate the auto power on/off
function
S-MODE
SELECT C/c
SHIFT
1 While pressing SHIFT, press S-MODE
repeatedly until APC (Auto Power
Control) appears in the display.
2 While pressing SHIFT, select ON using
SELECT C/c.
Select OFF, to turn off the auto power
on/off function.
The default setting is OFF.
Tip
To turn off the system completely when AUTO
POWER is on, press ?/1 (POWER). The AUTO
POWER indicator will turn off.
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Listening to 5.1ch via a connected
computer
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to
install.
Installation and setting
for “ WinDVD”
In compliance with your request, specify
the drive and folder to install.
5 When “ Setup complete” window is
You can enjoy 5.1 channel sound on this
system when you install the supplied
application software “WinDVD” on your
computer.
displayed, click “ Finish.”
In next step, set “WinDVD” output setting.
Follow the procedure to install and output
setting for “WinDVD.” For using
“WinDVD,” refer to Help after installing.
Tip
While installing “WinDVD,” the installation message
for “DirectX 8.1” or “Microsoft HTML Help” will be
displayed depending on Windows version. In this
case, click “Yes” and follow the installation
procedure of the installation message.
These software is necessary to operate “WinDVD”
correctly.
Installing WinDVD
Notes
Setting “ WinDVD” on your computer
• When installing the software to the computer, you
need to turn off the system.
After installing “Win DVD,” go to the next
steps.
• Before installing the software, quit all applications
running on Windows.
• If you use Windows 2000 Professional or Windows
XP, Log in as administrator before installing.
• Refer to “Required system for WinDVD” (page 5)
for the required system equipment.
1 Start the “ WinDVD” program.
Start the program by selecting from the
start menu or shortcut on the screen.
2 Right-click and select “ set up” from the
1 Place “ WinDVD” software CD into your
CD-ROM drive.
menu on the screen.
The installation CD-ROM window is
displayed. If installer does not start
automatically, launch “WinDVD”
setup.exe program.
2 The setup window is displayed. Click
“ Next,” and then follow the on-screen
instructions for installing.
3 The “ User Information” window is
displayed. Enter the user information
and serial number, and then click
“ Next.”
The setup window is displayed.
The serial number is printed to CD-
ROM package.
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Enjoying DVD via a connected
computer
3 Select the “ Audio” tag.
1 Turn on the power of the system and its
USB-connected computer.
2 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive of your
computer.
“WinDVD” starts automatically. Play
the DVD.
4 Select the “ Digital (S/PDIF) out to
External Processor,” click “ Apply” and
then click “ OK” .
3 Press INPUT on the system to select
“ USB.”
To use “WinDVD,” refer to Help
Select “Help” from the menu on the screen
in step 2 of “Setting “WinDVD” on your
computer” (page 20).
Notes
• The number of channel your computer outputs
using “WinDVD” vary depends on the disc.
• Before using “WinDVD,” quit all sound-related
applications. If any sound-related application is
running, noise may be heard.
• “WinDVD” is necessary for 5.1ch sound.
• If audio cables are used for connection, 5.1ch
sound will not be available.
• Some illustrations in this manual might be different
slightly from your computer window.
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Additional Information
Severe hum or noise is heard.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely (page 8).
, Check that the connecting cords are not near
a transformer, motor, TV or fluorescent light.
, Move the TV away from the audio compo-
nents.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the system, use this
troubleshooting guide to help you remedy
the problem. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Aiwa dealer.
, The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with
a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
, Clean the disc.
Power
The sound loses stereo effect when
The power is not turned on.
, Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is
connected securely.
you play a DVD, a VIDEO, CD, or a CD.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely (page 8).
, Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead)
once and connect again after more than five
seconds.
The surround effect is difficult to
hear when you are playing a Dolby
Digital sound track.
, Make sure the proper sound field function is
selected (page 15).
Sound
There’s no sound.
, Press MUTING if “M-ON (MUTING ON)”
appears in the display.
, Check the speaker connections and settings
(page 8, 11).
, Depending on the DVD, the output signal
may not be the entire 5.1 channel but
monaural or stereo even if the sound track is
recorded in Dolby Digital format.
, Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume
level.
, Make sure the USB connection, speaker
cables, and audio connecting cords are
correct (page 9).
The sound comes from the center
, The input source is not selected properly.
Press INPUT to select the equipment for
playback (page 14).
speaker only.
, Depending on the disc, the sound may come
from the center speaker only.
, The headphones are plugged in, unplug the
headphones.
The sound comes from the front
speaker only.
The left and right sounds are
, Make sure the proper sound field function is
selected (page 15).
unbalanced or reversed.
, Check that the speakers and components are
connected correctly and securely (page 8).
, Adjust the volume level of each speaker
(page 14).
, Adjust the speaker volume (page 14).
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, The number of channel your computer
outputs using “WinDVD” vary depends on
the disc.
No sound or only a very low-level
sound is heard from the surround
speakers.
, Make sure a proper sound field function is
selected (page 15).
There is no sound from Audio CD.
, If the CD-ROM drive is not compliant with
digital audio output, the sound from the CD-
ROM drive will not be output via the USB
connection. In this case, connect the audio
output of the CD-ROM drive (e.g., the
headphones output) to the ANALOG IN jacks
and adjust the volume appropriately.
, If you use Windows 98 SE, confirm the
setting of the audio device.
, Adjust the speaker volume (page 14).
The remote does not function.
, Remove any obstacles between the remote
and the system.
, Use the remote near the system.
, Point the remote at the remote sensor on
the system.
, Replace all the batteries in the remote with
new ones if they are weak.
1 Open the Control Panel window.
2 Open the Multimedia window and select
the USB audio device as the preferred
device for sound playback.
The system does not operate
properly.
3 Select the CD Music tab. If the computer
has more than one CD-ROM drive, play
back a music CD. Select the drive and
check “Enable digital CD audio for this
CD-ROM device.”
, Static electricity, etc., may affect the system’s
operation. Disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead) once, then connect it again.
USB connection
The sound is interrupted.
The computer does not recognize
, The sound may be interrupted if other USB
devices are connected or disconnected.
, If your computer does not meet the system
requirements, it may not perform well.
Besides, even if your computer meets the
system requirements, the sound may be
interrupted if the computer is under load. In
this case, shut down other applications.
this system.
, Make sure the system is connected to the
computer with the supplied USB cable.
, It is recommended to connect the USB cable
directly to the USB port of the computer.
There is no sound.
, “Mute” is selected in the Volume Control
window. Open the Volume Control window
and cancel “mute.”
Returning to the default settings.
While the power is off (the ?/1 (POWER)
indicator lights up red), press ?/1 (POWER) for 5
seconds until “INI” appears in the display.
, The volume level is low, open the Volume
Control window and adjust the volume.
, Open the Sound and Multimedia Properties
window and click the Audio tab. Select this
system as the preferred device.
There is no sound from 5.1ch sound
, Select any sound field other than “H-T” or
“2CH” when using “WinDVD.”
, Check the output setting of “WinDVD” is set
correctly (page 20).
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SS-UZ501 (Surround speakers)
Specifications
Speaker system Closed box type
Speaker unit
58 mm (2 3/8 in.) dia. cone type
Rated impedance 8 ohms
Dimensions (approx.)
For the U.S.A. model
85 × 106 × 125 mm
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(3 3/8 × 4 1/4 × 5 in.)
(w/h/d, not including the
projecting parts)
Mass (approx.) 350g (13 oz) × 2
With 4 ohms loads subwoofer driven, from
20 - 200 Hz; rated 20 watts minimum RMS
power, with no more than 0.8% total
harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to
rated output.
General
Power requirements
North American model:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
SA-UZ501 (Subwoofer)
Max. output
Other model:
220-240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
Subwoofer:
Front:
30 W (4 ohms)
Power consumption
14 W + 14 W (8 ohms)
14 W (4 ohms + 4 ohms)
14 W + 14 W (8 ohms)
U.S. model:
75 W
Dual center*:
Surround*:
1.2 W
(at the Power Saving Mode)
* Depending on the sound field settings and the
source, there may be no sound output.
Speaker system Bass reflex type
Other model:
75 W
0.3 W
(at the Power Saving Mode)
Speaker unit
130 mm (5 1/8 in.) dia.
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Supplied accessories
5˚C to 35˚C
5 % to 90 %
See page 7.
cone type
Dimensions (approx.)
156 × 303 × 308 mm
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
(6 1/4 × 12 × 12 1/4 in.)
(w/h/d, not including the
projecting parts)
Mass (approx.) 5.8 kg (12 lb 13 oz)
SS-UZ501 (Front/Center speakers)
Speaker system Front: Closed box type
Center: Uni directional type
Speaker unit
Front: 58 mm (2 3/8 in.) dia.
cone type
Center: 48 mm (1 15/16 in.) dia.
cone type
Rated impedance
Front: 8 ohms
Center: 4 ohms + 4 ohms
Dimensions (approx.)
85 × 200 × 125 mm
(3 3/8 × 7 7/8 × 5 in.)
(w/h/d, not including the
projecting parts)
Mass (approx.) 650g (1 lb 7 oz) × 2
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Index to Parts and Controls
Subwoofer (Front Panel)
INPUT
VOLUME
PHONES
AUTO POWER
S-MODE
1 HEADPHONE jack
Connect headphones here.
2 AUTO POWER indicator
When the system is in the AUTO
POWER ON mode, the indicator lights
up green.
5
(remote sensor)
Receives the remote control signals.
6 Display
Indicates the speaker setting, input
signal, sound field mode, etc.
7 INPUT
3 ?/1 (POWER) indicator
When turned on, lights up green.
When turned off, lights up red (STAND-
BY MODE).
Select the input signal.
8 VOLUME +/–
Adjust the volume and select settings.
9 S-MODE
4 ?/1 (POWER)
Adjust the sound field mode and select
settings.
Turns on and off the power of the
system.
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Subwoofer (Rear Panel)
ANALOG IN
R
L
SPEAKER
R
L
USB
FRONT
CENTER
OPTICAL IN
SURROUND
1 ANALOG IN (L/R) jacks
3 OPTICAL IN jack
Connect to the DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL IN) jack of a DVD player,
etc.
Connect to the audio output of a TV,
VCR, etc.
2 USB jack
Connect to the computer.
4 SPEAKER jacks
Connect to the supplied satellite
speakers.
5 AC power cord (mains lead)
Display
SW
C
DSP DTS
USB
OPTICAL
ANALOG
2CH PCM
DIGITAL
PRO LOGIC
dB
L
R
L.F.E.
m
f t
SL
SR
1 Lights up when DSP (Digital Signal
Processor) technology is activated.
2 Displays the current sound format.
3 Displays the volume level, sound field,
etc.
5 Displays the signal of 2CH or PCM.
6 Playback channel indicators
7 Displays whether the disc being played
back contains a LFE (Low Frequently
Effect) channel.
4 Displays the input source.
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Remote
1 MUTING, TEST TONE
Mutes the sound.
Pressing this button while pressing
SHIFT will sound the test tone.
2 S-MODE, SET UP
MUTING
TEST TONE
Selects the sound field mode.
Pressing this button while pressing
SHIFT will select the system menu.
3 SHIFT
INPUT
S-MODE
VOLUME
SELECT
SET UP
SHIFT
Switches the function of the buttons on
the remote.
SELECT
4 SURR +/–
Adjust the surround speakers volume.
5 CENTER +/–
SURR
CENTER WOOFER
Adjust the center speaker volume.
6 ?/1 (POWER)
Turns on and off the system.
7 INPUT
Selects the input signal.
8 VOLUME +/–, SELECT C/c
Makes the speaker settings or adjusts the
volume of the system.
Pressing this button while pressing
SHIFT will set the system setup
parameters.
9 WOOFER +/–
Adjust the subwoofer volume.
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