CINE5 - Audio System ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	5.1 PC Audio System
Brand	ASUS
Model	CINE5
Dimensions (with metal feet)	373 x 100 x 100 mm
Dimensions (with rubber feet)	373 x 100 x 80 mm
Power Supply	12V / 3A AC adapter
Output Power	15 W RMS
Frequency Response	80 Hz - 20 kHz
Audio Inputs	3 x 3.5mm jacks (Front, Side, Center/Subwoofer)
Headphone Jack	1 x 3.5mm jack
Volume Control	Knob with mute function (press to mute)
Power On/Off Switch	Yes
LED Indicator	Blue (on when speaker is active and sound is not muted)
Input Level	1.5 Vrms
Connectivity	Compatible with computer, MP3 player, game console, DVD player
Box Contents	Speaker, power adapter, power cord, set of rubber and metal feet, quick start guide, optional 5.1 audio cable
Operating Temperature	0°C to 35°C
Compliance	FCC Class B, ICES-003, REACH
Safety	Do not open, do not expose to moisture, use on a flat and stable surface, unplug before cleaning
Maintenance	Unplug power before cleaning; use a dry cloth

Frequently Asked Questions - CINE5 ASUS

How to connect the CINE5 speaker to a desktop computer?

Identify the 5.1 audio ports on the back of your computer. Use a 5.1 audio cable (sold separately) to connect the Front, Side, and Center/Subwoofer jacks of the speaker to the corresponding outputs on the computer. Turn on the speaker and set the volume to 90% on the audio source.

How to connect the speaker to a laptop or MP3 player?

Plug a 5.1 audio cable (sold separately) from the headphone jack of your laptop/MP3 player to the Front input of the speaker. Turn on the speaker and set the source volume to 90% for optimal listening.

How to connect the speaker to a DVD player or game console?

Use an RCA audio cable (sold separately) to connect the audio outputs of the DVD player/console to the inputs of the speaker. Set the source volume to 70% before adjusting the volume on the speaker.

How to adjust the volume and activate mute mode?

Turn the circular knob to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease. Press the knob to mute the sound; the blue LED turns off. Press again to restore sound.

What to do if the speaker does not turn on?

Check that the power adapter is properly connected to the speaker and to a working electrical outlet. Make sure the power switch on the back is in the ON position. The adapter's LED should be lit.

What are the safety precautions to follow?

Do not attempt to repair the device yourself. Do not expose the speaker to moisture. Place it on a flat and stable surface. Unplug the power before any cleaning. Use only the provided adapter.

How to clean the CINE5 speaker?

Unplug the power adapter from the electrical outlet. Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the surface. Do not use liquid or abrasive products.

Where to place the speaker for best sound quality?

Place the speaker in a symmetrical room (square or rectangular) and position it symmetrically relative to the walls. Maintain a distance of 30 cm to 150 cm between you and the speaker, and face the center for optimal listening.

Which cable to use for a 5.1 connection?

Use a 5.1 audio cable with three 3.5mm jacks (Front, Side, Center/Subwoofer). This cable is sold separately and is necessary to enjoy surround sound from a compatible source.

Is the speaker compatible with a stereo source?

Yes, you can connect a stereo source (laptop, MP3 player) via the Front input of the speaker. For 5.1 playback, use software with downmixing or select 2 channels in the audio settings.

USER MANUAL CINE5 ASUS

Q5221 / December 2009

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

Safety information

DO NOT service this product yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. DO NOT place this product in a location where it may get wet. - Place this product on a flat and stable surface. Unplug this product from the power source before cleaning. - Ensure that you plug the AC adapter to the correct power input rating. Check the label on the AC adapter for the AC power rating. We recommend that you use this product in environments with an ambient temperature between 0°C and 35°C.

Knowing your PC Speaker

Package contents

• ASUS Cine5 PC Speaker x1 AC power cord x1 AC adapter x1 Rubber foot x4 Metal foot x4 Quick Start Guide x1 3.5mm jack 5.1-channel audio cable x1 (optional)

NOTE: If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

Cine5 specifications summary

Hardware	3 x 3.5mm audio jacks (Front, Side, Center/Subwoofer) support 5.1-channel surround sound
	1 x Headphone port
	1 x Power switch
	1 x DC IN port
	1 x Volume knob/Mute button
Input level	1.5 Vrms for all analog inputs
Speaker output	15 W RMS
DC IN	12V/3A
Frequency response	80 ~ 20KHz
Dimensions (W x D x H)	373 x 100 x 100 mm (with metal feet)
	373 x 100 x 80 mm (with rubber feet)

NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Hardware features

Top view

Back view

1

Mute button / Volume knob

Press to mute your speaker. - Turn clockwise to increase the volume of your speaker. - Turn counterclockwise to decrease the volume of your speaker.

2

LED

• When your speaker is turned ON and not muted, this circular blue LED is ON.
• When your speaker is turned OFF or muted, this circular blue LED is OFF.

3

Headphone port

Connects to a pair of headphones.

4

Front Speakers in jack

• Connects to the Front Speakers Out jack of an audio source.
• Connects to an audio source with stereo output only such as a laptop and portable MP3 player.

5

Side Speakers In jack

Connects to the Side or Rear Speakers Out jack of an audio source.

6

Center/Subwoofer Speaker In jack

Connects to the Center/Subwoofer jack of an audio source.

7

DC IN port

Insert the AC adapter into this port to supply power to your speaker.

8

Power switch

Switch to turn ON/OFF your speaker.

Turning on your PC Speaker

To turn ON your PC Speaker:

1. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN port at the back of your speaker.
3. Plug the AC power cord into a power outlet. The power LED on the AC adapter lights blue.

CAUTION:

• Use only the bundled AC adapter. Using other AC adapters may damage your device.
• Ensure that you plug the AC adapter to the correct power input rating. Check the label on the AC adapter for the AC power rating.

4. Switch ON your speaker.

WARNING: Turn OFF your speaker before connecting / disconnecting it to / from audio sources.

Connecting your PC Speaker to audio sources

WARNING: Turn OFF your speaker before connecting / disconnecting it to / from audio sources.

Connecting to a desktop computer

Connect your PC Speaker to a desktop computer with 5.1-channel audio output for a surround sound experience.

To connect your speaker to a desktop computer:

1. Locate the audio jacks at the back panel of your desktop computer.
2. Using a 5.1-channel audio cable, connect your speaker to the audio jacks at the back panel of your desktop computer.

Front Speakers Out jack, Side or Rear Speakers Out jack, Center/Subwoofer jack

IMPORTANT:

• The Side and Rear Speakers Out jacks (black or gray) vary with motherboard/soundcard design.
• To ensure that the speaker is connected properly, run a speaker test in 5.1-channel setup in your audio configuration utility.

NOTE: The 5.1-channel audio cable is an optional item.

1. Turn ON your speaker.
2. Play a media file from your desktop computer.

NOTE: We recommend that you adjust the volume of your audio source to 90%.

1. Adjust the volume of your speaker to the desired level.

Connecting to a laptop or portable MP3 player

Connect your PC Speaker to a laptop or portable MP3 player with stereo audio output only.

To connect your speaker to a laptop or portable MP3 player:

1. Locate the Headphone port on your laptop or portable MP3 player.
2. Using a 5.1-channel audio cable, connect your speaker to the Headphone port on your laptop or portable MP3 player.

NOTE: The 5.1-channel audio cable is an optional item.

1. Turn ON your speaker.
2. Play a media file from your laptop or portable MP3 player.

NOTE: We recommend that you adjust the volume of your audio source to 90%.

1. Adjust the volume of your speaker to the desired level.

NOTE: To get the best listening experience when playing a 5.1-channel movie on a laptop with stereo output only:

• Downmix the 5.1-channel audio output to stereo output in the playback software.
• If the playback software does not support downmix, select 2-channel PCM or Dolby/DTS 2.0 in the DVD settings.

Connecting to a DVD player or game console

Connect your PC Speaker to a DVD player or game console.

To connect your speaker to a DVD player or game console:

1. Locate the RCA audio jacks on your DVD player or game console.
2. Using an RCA audio cable, connect your speaker to the RCA audio jacks on your DVD player or game console.

NOTE: The RCA audio cable is purchased separately.

1. Turn ON your speaker.
2. Play a media file from your DVD player or game console.

NOTE: We recommend that you adjust the volume of your audio source to 70%.

1. Adjust the volume of your speaker to the desired level.

Achieving the best listening experience

Room & speaker placement considerations

• The room shape and wall coverings affect the acoustics of your room. A symmetrical room shape such as a square or rectangular contributes to the room acoustics.
• Place your speaker in a symmetrical position in your room.
• Side walls covered with the same materials improve the sound clarity.

Listening position

A proper listening position also enhances your listening experience.

• Keep your listening position towards the center of your speaker.
• Keep a distance of 30 cm to 150 cm from your listening position to your speaker.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

REACH

FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Declaration

Federal Communications Commission Statement (original)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

Input for 6-channel audio

Connection to the 6-channel audio output of the device.

Input for center channel/subwoofer

Connection to the center channel/subwoofer output of the audio device.

Power connector

Power supply unit.

Power supply unit

On/Off dynamics.

Enable dynamics

Enable dynamics LED indicator:

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This Class B digital equipment complies with all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

REACH

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

REACH

In compliance with the REACH regulatory framework (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and restriction of Chemicals), we have disclosed the chemical substances in our products on the ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm

Power off

Use to enable/disable (ON/OFF) the device.

Enabling the PC

To enable the PC:

1. Connect the AC power cord to the AC power connector.
2. Connect the power connector to the DC input on the rear panel of the device.
3. Connect the power cord to the AC power outlet. The LED indicator on the AC connector will light up.

CAUTION:

The AC power adapter may become hot during use. The AC power adapter may cause burns if touched. Ensure that the AC power adapter is connected to a properly grounded outlet. Check the label on the AC power adapter for the correct voltage.

4. TURN ON THE DEVICE

WARNING: TURN OFF THE DEVICE before connecting/disconnecting or handling the device.

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Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Jack for center speaker/subwoofer

IMPORTANT:

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference. - This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ASUS REACH

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference. - This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ASUS REACH

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference

Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

REACH