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1 Installation and Operating Instructions Desktop Theater 5.1 DTT2500 Digital Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd.
2 Safety & Regulatory Information The following sections contain notices for various countries: CAUTION: This device is intended to be installed by the user in a CSA/TUV/UL certified/listed IBM A T or compatabile personal computers in the manufacturer ’ s defined operator access area.
3 READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and oper- ating instructions should be read before the DTT2500 Digital amplified subwoofer/sat- ellite system is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
4 Contents DeskT op Theatre ™ 5.1 DTT2500 Digital Safety & Regulatory Information ......................................................................... 2 Compliance ............................................................................
5 hank you for purchasing DeskT op Theater 5.1 DTT2500 Digital by Cambridge SoundW orks. Introduction DeskT op Theater 5.1 DTT2500 Digital lets you experience the full potential of Dolby ® Digital multichannel sound from your computer DVD player , with a dynamic output that rivals a component home theater system.
6 (5) Wall Mounting Hardware SPDIF DIN Cable T andem Audio Cable (Green and Black Miniplugs) SPDIF Cable (RCA to RCA) Inspecting For Damage Important Notes connection, to hear the clearest digital audio available.
7 CREATIVE DTT 3500 DIGITAL MU MO FOURP DOL BY DOLBY AUDIO SPEAKE MU LR MAST CENT SUBWOOF SURROU PRO ANALO DIGITA POWE STERE Speaker Placement Installation Sequence 1.
8 There are many mounting possibilities. The monitor stand can be attached with hook and loop fasteners to the top of the computer monitor . It directs the sound down towards the listener (see Diagram C ).
9 The rear satellites may be installed on their convenient floor stands. While listening, the stands should be positioned to the left and right of your listening position (see Diagram G on the previous page). The Floor Stands are small enough to be stowed underneath a desk when not in use.
10 Speaker W ire and Stand Installation T ypically , the 3 meter speaker cables will connect the front and center satellites to the Decoder Amplifier and the 5 meter cables will connect the rear satellites to the Decoder Amplifier .
11 P Mounting The Speakers Screw Mounting: The Satellite and Center Channel speakers may be hung on a wall using an M5 screw and their keyhole openings. First attach four self-adhesive feet to the back of each satellite (see Diagram L ) insuring a vibration-free, secure installation.
12 CREATIVE DTT 3500 DIGITAL MU MO FOURP DOL BY DOLBY AUDIO SPEAKE MU LR MAST CENT SUBWOOF SURROU PRO ANALO DIGITA POWE STERE Decoder Amplifier Placement N Making Connections Consult the Wiring Diagram on the next page before making any connections. Speaker Connections.
13 Connection to Sound Blaster Live! via Digital DIN DOLBY DIGIT AL (AC-3) SPDIF IN SPEAKER OUTPUTS LINE IN REAR IN C SUBWOOFER RS LS R L 15V DC IN DIGIT AL DIN ANALOG AUTO INPUT DVD OUTPUT (EXAMPLE: .
14 No lights illuminated: Mutes any analog stereo or CMSS output. Use this setting if you wish to play an analog stereo signal through the Dolby Pro Logic processor .
15 The speaker level controls operate at all times. If desired, you may adjust these controls during program material to fine-tune the balance. 9. Mute: Mutes all output from the DTT2500 Digital . Press the button once to mute. Press a second time to restore audio output.
16 Dolby Digital Dolby Digital (earlier called AC-3) delivers five discreet full-range channels (left front, center , right front, left surround and right surround) plus a separate Low Frequency Effects (LFE) channel.
17 Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS) CMSS is a 2-channel to 5.1-channel sound processor similar in some aspects to a Dolby Surround with Pro Logic processor . CMSS Music mode creates a convincing 5.1 channel surround soundfield with typical stereo sources, whether they are Dolby Surround- encoded or not.
18 Using DVD player on TV 1. Connect V ideo Out of the DVD player to V ideo Input of your television. 2. Connect Dolby Digital com- pressed signal output from your DVD player to the DOLBY DIGIT AL (AC-3) SPDIF IN of your DTT2500 Digital decoder amplifier unit.
19 Playing VCD Movies: Using PC-DVD player on PC 1. Disable the ‘Creative Multi Speaker Surround’ (CMSS) function by pressing the CMSS button until all four LEDs are off. For VCD movies with Dolby Surround-encoded ster eo program: Y ou can use the Dolby Pro Logic decoder , by selecting PRO LOGIC DIGIT AL IN, to experi- ence 5.
20 Playing Microsoft Dir ectSound 3D or Envir onmental Audio Games 1. Under CMSS on your DTT2500 Digital decoder amplifier , select FOURPOINT to fully enjoy the 4-channel gaming experience from Microsoft DirectSound3D or Creative Environmental Audio (EA) titles with a 4- channel audio card.
21 CD Audio Music: Enjoying CD Audio on PC Select the MUSIC mode by pressing the Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS) button until the LED for MUSIC mode lights up. This mode creates an enveloping five-speaker surround effect that enhances stereo music.
22 Specifications DeskTop Theater 5.1 DTT2500 Digital Six-channel Amplifier Specification s Left, Right, Left Surround, Right Surround amplifiers, each of four: 7 watts RMS per channel Center Channel .
23 Creative European Help Line CREATIVE LABS (IRELAND) LTD. Technical Support Department Ballycoolin Business Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 Ireland Fax: +353 1 8205052 U nited K ingdom Tel +44 11 8 .
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