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IMPORTANT

The lightning flash, with arrowhead TO PREVENT THE RISK OF POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE The exclamation point within an
within an equilateral triangle, alerts ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS equilateral triangle alerts you to the
you to the presence of uninsulated REMOVE SUBWOOFER’S DEMONTER LE COUVERCLE presence of important operating
dangerous voltage within a COVER. NO USER- DU HAUT PARLEUR. AUCUN and maintenance (service)
product’s enclosure that may be of SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. ENTRETIEN DES PIECES instructions.
sufficient magnitude to constitute a REFER SERVICING TO INTERIEURES N’EST REQUIS.
risk of electric shock to people. QUALIFIED SERVICE TOUT SERVICE D’ENTRETIEN
PERSONNEL. NE DOIT ETRE EFFECTUE QUE
PAR DU PERSONNEL
D’ENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.

READ AND HEED IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING

ON BOTTOM OF SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE
COMPLIANCE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, WARNING: THIS PRODUCT
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK CONFORMS TO
SLOT, INSERT FULLY. HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS THE FOLLOWING
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR COUNCIL
DIRECTIVE:
MOISTURE.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA DIRECTIVE 89/ 336/
PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE IMPORTANT NOTICE EEC, 92/ 31/ EEC
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET (EMC), 73/ 23/ EEC
The serial number for your DTT2200 is located on the (LVD)
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND. subwoofer. Please write this number down and keep it in a
secure area. This is for your security.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS – All safety and to prevent it from overheating. These convenience receptacles, and the point or exhibits a distinct change in
operating instructions should be read openings must not be blocked or covered. where they exit from the product. performance.
before the product is operated. The openings should never be blocked by LIGHTNING – For added protection for this e) If the product has been dropped or
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or product during a lightning storm, or when damaged in any way.
operating instructions should be retained other similar surface. This product should it is left unattended and unused for long REPLACEMENT PARTS – When
for future reference. not be placed in a built-in installation such periods of time, unplug it from the wall replacement parts are required, be sure the
HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the as a bookcase or rack unless proper outlet. This will prevent damage to the service technician has used replacement
product and in the operating instructions ventilation is provided or Cambridge product due to lightning and power-line parts specified by Cambridge SoundWorks
should be adhered to. SoundWorks’ instructions have been surges. or have the same characteristics as the
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating adhered to. OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall original parts. Unauthorized substitutions
and use instructions should be followed. HEAT – This product should be situated outlets, extension cords, or integral may result in fire, electric shock, or other
CLEANING – Unplug this product from the away from heat sources such as radiators, convenience receptacles as this can result hazards.
wall outlet or other power source before heat registers, stoves, and other products in a risk of fire or electric shock. SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol (including amplifiers) that produce heat. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never push service or repairs to this product, ask the
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. POWER SOURCES – This product should be objects of any kind into this product service technician to perform safety checks
ATTACHMENTS – Do not use attachments operated only from the type of power source through openings as they may touch to determine that the product is in proper
not recommended by Cambridge indicated on the marking label. If you are dangerous voltage points or short out parts operating condition.
SoundWorks as they may cause hazards. not sure of the type of power supply to your that could result in a fire or electric shock. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING – The
WATER AND MOISTURE – Do not use this home, consult your product dealer or local Never spill liquid of any kind on the product should be mounted to a wall or
product near water; for example, near a power company. For products intended to product. ceiling only as recommended by Cambridge
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or operate from battery power or other SERVICING – Do not attempt to service this Soundworks.
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a sources, refer to the operating instructions. product yourself, as opening or removing
swimming pool; and the like. POLARIZATION – This product may be covers may expose you to dangerous
ACCESSORIES – Do not place this product equipped with a polarized alternating- voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, current line plug (a plug having one blade to qualified service personnel.
or table. The product may fall, causing wider than the other). This plug will fit into DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – Unplug
serious injury to a person, and serious the power outlet only one way. This is a this product from the wall outlet or other
damage to the product. Use only with a safety feature. If you are unable to insert power source and refer servicing to
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing qualified service personnel under the
recommended by Cambridge SoundWorks, the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, following conditions:
or sold with the product. Any mounting of contact your electrician to replace your a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
the product should follow the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety damaged.
manufacturer’s instructions, and should purpose of the polarized plug. b) If liquid has been spilled into, or objects
use a mounting accessory recommended by POWER-CORD PROTECTION – Power- have fallen onto the product.
Cambridge SoundWorks. supply cords should be routed so that they c) If the product has been exposed to rain
VENTILATION – Slots and openings in the are not likely to be walked on or pinched by or water.
cabinet are provided for ventilation, to items placed upon or against them, paying d) If the product does not operate normally
ensure reliable operation of the product and particular attention to cords at plugs, by following the operating instructions;

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™ Inventory ............................................................................................................ 1
Speaker Placement ............................................................................................. 2
Installing Stands ................................................................................................ 3
Mounting Rear Satellites on Walls .................................................................... 3
Volume Control/Power Switch............................................................................ 4
Audio Source Connection ................................................................................... 5
Connecting Speakers .......................................................................................... 6
Controlling Noise and Distortion........................................................................ 7
Specifications...................................................................................................... 7
EAX..................................................................................................................... 8
1-Year Limited Warranty.................................................................................... 8
Customer Service/Technical Support.................................................................. 9
Thank you for buying DeskTop Theater 5.1 DTT2200 by Cambridge
SoundWorks. This 5.1 amplified multimedia speaker system supports the best
audio technology today: EAX ™, DirectSound ® 3D, Dolby ® Digital 5.1 and
discrete four-channel gaming, giving you superior audio reproduction
performance. DTT2200 is the ideal companion for the latest Sound Blaster
Live! sound cards supporting 5.1-channel output. Enjoy Dolby Digital 5.1-
channel surround sound using software DVD.

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OPTIONAL ITEM
❒ Examine each unit carefully. If ❒ Save the carton and its inserts in Note
anything is missing or damaged, case you need to ship or move Tripod stands for the rear satellites
do not install or use the system. your DTT2200 system later. are available from www.creative.com
Contact the retailer where the
system was purchased.

Tripod Stands

Satellites (5) Monitor Stand (1)

Subwoofer Volume Control Desktop Stand (5) Screws and Plastic Anchors (2) Strips of Rubber Pads (2)

13.5V 2.5A DC Power Adapter Triple Stereo Line In Audio Cable 3m Speaker Cable (3) 5m Speaker Cable (2) Identification Labels
(AC plug varies from country to country)

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Note: The Subwoofer is not

magnetically shielded, do not
place it on your desktop or
near the monitor.

Place the front Satellites to the sides of Place the center Satellite as close to the center of your monitor as possible. The center For the strongest bass output, place the
your monitor. Satellite can be placed on top of the monitor by using the provided Monitor Stand. Subwoofer on the floor in a corner.

Rear Satellites mounted on walls behind you. Rear Satellites placed at the extreme corners of your desk. Rear satellites mounted on Tripod Stands.
(if purchased)

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❒ Mount the rear Satellites only on walls that are structurally sound.
2 Push back red tab on Satellite.
Insert bare end of red-banded ❒ Position the Satellites behind you and slightly above ear level.
cable into hole and release tab to
lock. Repeat for unmarked cable;
insert into black tab. 4 Apply rubber
pads on the
back of each
Drill a hole about 2 cm
1 rear Satellite.
5 Apply Identification Label
to back of Satellite. 3 Insert attachment arm into socket
(1 inch) deep into wall.

at back of Satellite.
2 Tap plastic anchor into hole
until it is flush with wall.
1 Thread Speaker Cable
Attachment arm.
through hole in Stand.
3 Screw a M5 x 25 mm screw
into anchor, leaving about
0.5 cm (¼ inch) protruding.

4 Apply Identification 5 Slip keyhole slot of each

rear Satellite onto protruding
label to Speaker screw.
Cable.

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❒ The Front/Rear Balance Control

need not be adjusted more than
once during any single game.
❒ See “Controlling Noise and
Distortion” on page 7 for related
information.

1 Peel off the protective strip from one side

of the mounting tape . 3 Remove
strip.
the remaining mounting

Front/Rear Balance Control

Master Level Control

Turn clockwise to control volume and
turn on power.
2 Press the exposed adhesive side
firmly against the Volume Control 4 Press the Volume Control firmly
against the mounting surface.

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A To Sound Blaster Live! 5.1 series sound card Lime-green

❒ Lime-green(front), black(rear) and orange(center/sub) miniplugs. Black Orange
Black
❒ 5.1-channel output is produced. Lime-green
Orange
Triple Stereo Line-in Audio Cable

B To 4-channel sound card

Black Lime-green
Lime-green
❒ Lime-green(front) and black(rear) miniplugs. Black
❒ 4.1-channel output is produced. Triple Stereo Line-in Audio Cable

C To 2-channel sound card

Lime-green
Lime-green
❒ Lime-green(front) miniplugs only.
❒ 2.1-channel output is produced. Triple Stereo Line-in Audio Cable

Lime-green
D To 2-channel stereo player Lime-green

❒ Lime-green miniplugs only.

❒ 2.1-channel output is produced. Triple Stereo Line-in Audio Cable

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Front Left Satellite Center Satellite Front Right Satellite

To power source.
To audio source.
Note: Disconnect
Subwoofer See “Audio Source
from power source if
Connection” on
not in use for more
page 5.
than a few days. Power Supply Adapter
Audio Connection Cable

Rear Left Satellite Rear Right Satellite

Adjust the Bass Level
control to achieve the
bass output you like.

Volume Control

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DTT2200 has high input sensitivity, If you choose to use the program DTT2200
so it may amplify the hum and hiss source’s volume control, first set Six-Channel Amplifier
inherent in some audio program the program source’s volume Satellite speaker:5 watts RMS per
sources. control high (at least 70% of the channel
This noise is not due to a fault in maximum level). Then adjust the Subwoofer:17 watts RMS
the speaker system. You can minimize DTT2200 volume control until
this background noise by following the distortion is inaudible. Set These specifications apply to
these guidelines: the DTT2200 volume control DTT2200 operating from the supplied
❒ Decide which volume control you aside. Use instead the program 13.5V 2.5A DC power adapter.
would like to use as the master source’s volume control to adjust
level control: the DTT2200 overall output.
volume control or the program ❒ Adjust the output control of your
source’s volume control. audio card until the noise
If you choose to use the DTT2200 disappears. This may require trial
volume control, first set the and error.
program source’s volume control
high (at least 70% of the
maximum level). Where there is
more than one software level
control, set all volume controls
high. Then leave the controls. Use
the DTT2200 volume control to
adjust overall output.

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EAX is a collection of powerful, With its five compact, amplified o the original purchaser, This is the sole and expressed
innovative audio technologies. satellite speakers and separate Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. warranty. This warranty is in lieu of all
Designed by Creative's world-class subwoofer, the Cambridge will warrant the speaker system other warranties, expressed or implied,
audio scientists and built into Soundworks DTT2200 is an ideal 5.1 to be free of defects in material and of merchantability, fitness for purpose
groundbreaking Personal Digital entry-level EAX speaker system for workmanship for a period of one (1) or otherwise. In no event shall
Entertainment (PDE) solutions, EAX your home theater entertainment. year from date of purchase. With Cambridge SoundWorks be liable for
is changing the way audio is With it, you will experience respect to defects, Cambridge incidental or consequential damages or
experienced. exceptional 3D positional and 5.1 SoundWorks will, at its option, have any liability with respect to
EAX offers advanced, interactive audio for movies and games, when replace the product or repair the defects other than the obligations set
audio and high-definition sound to a used with the powerful Sound Blaster defect in the product with no charge forth above. To ensure warranty
new generation of portable audio Live! series of audio cards. to the original purchaser for parts or coverage, it is incumbent upon the
appliances, audio applications, and For more information on EAX, be labor. original purchaser to contact the
internet services. sure to visit EAX.creative.com. This warranty does not extend to any retailer where the DTT2200 was
defect, malfunction or failure caused by purchased and inform them of the
misuse, abuse, accident, faulty hookup, defect within the warranty period. The
defective associated equipment or use only acceptable method of establishing
of the speaker with equipment for warranty status is a copy of the original
which it is not intended. proof of purchase indicating customer’s
This warranty is valid only when the name and purchase date.
speaker is returned to the retailer where
the DTT2200 was purchased.

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Inside U.S.A., Canada and Inside Asia

Latin America

Creative Labs Inc. Creative Technology Ltd.

Technical Support Technical Support
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To reach Technical Support via the Sat–Sun & Public Holidays closed
Internet, visit our web site at
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You can reach Customer Service by Internet, visit our web site at
phone at 1–800–998–1000, http://www.creative-asia.com/
Mon–Fri 8:00 A.M.–7:00 P.M. (Central support
Time).
You can also use our Faxback
service at 1–405–372–5227.

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