Acoustic Energy Loudspeaker Aego P5 User Manual

							Designed by KOI Inc (USA) Exclusively for Acoustic Energy Limited (UK)
Manufactured in Malaysia.
Acoustic Energy Limited, 16 Bridge Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1NJ. UK
Tel: +44 (0)1285 654432   Fax: +44 (0)1285 654430 
www.aego5.com
AEGO5 Speaker System
Inputs:1 x 9 way G9 Multipin
Outputs:5 x RCA Speaker Connectors
1 x RCA Auxiliary Sub Line level Feed
Controls:1 x Volume Pot. (On front)
1 x Bass Level Pot. (On rear)
1 x Power switch (On rear)
Power Rating:120V Model - 110-120V @ 50-60Hz; 80VA
240V Model - 220-240V @ 50-60Hz; 80VA
Dimensions:Sub Woofer - 265mm x 190mm x 350mm
Satellites - 68mm x 103mm x 90mm
Your Acoustic Energy loudspeakers are guaranteed against original defects in materials, manufacture and
workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase.  Please retain all original packaging materials for
possible future use.
Under this warranty Acoustic Energy agrees to repair any defect or, at the company’s discretion, replace the
faulty component(s) without charge for parts and labour.  
This warranty does not imply any acceptance by Acoustic Energy or its agents for consequential loss
damage and specifically excludes fair wear and tear, accident misuse or unauthorised modification.
This warranty is applicable in the United Kingdom only and does not in any way limit the customer’s legal
rights.  Claims and enquiries under the warranty for AE products purchased outside the UK should be
addressed to the local importers or distributors.
If you have reason to claim under the warranty please contact your dealer in the first instance.
Weight:13Kg 
Finishes:Black sub woofer 
Textured black satellites with 
silver/grey grilles
White sub woofer 
Textured white satellites with 
silver/grey grilles
Accessories:2 x 5 metre speaker cables
2 x 10 metre Speaker cables
1 x 3 metre Speaker cable
1 x 9 way Multipin to 6 x RCA phono signal cable
5 x wall brackets
4 x rubber feet for subwoofer
AEGOp5 Digital Decoder
Inputs:3 x RCA Stereo analogue inputs
1 x RCA Digital input
1 x Optical Digital Input
Outputs:6 x RCA discrete line outputs
1 x G9 Multipin combined line outputs
Controls:1 x Power switch
Power Rating:12V DC @ 1Amp
Dimensions:228mm x 145mm x 59mm
Weight:1.25Kg
Finishes:Silver
Accessories:1 x Remote control
1 x Set of batteries
1 x 9 way Multipin to Multipin signal lead
1 x Power adaptor (120V Model - 110/120V AC @ 50/60Hz - 12V DC 1A)
(240V Model - 220/240V AC @ 50/60Hz - 12V DC 1A)
Technical Information
Warranty
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							English
OWNERS
MANUAL 
						

							Important Safety
Instructions
To ensure your safety, please read these instructions before
operating this unit.
1.Follow all instructions and observe warnings marked 
on the unit.
2.Always use the correct line voltage. Please refer to page 6,
and find out the correct power requirements in your area.
Please note that different operating voltages may require
the use of different adapters.
3.Do not install the unit in an unventilated rack, or directly
above heat producing equipment such as power amplifiers.
4.To avoid shock or fire hazard, do not expose the unit to rain
or moisture, or operate it where it will be exposed to water.
5.Do not attempt to operate the unit if it has been dropped,
damaged, exposed to liquids, or if it exhibits a distinct
change in performance indicating the need for service.
6.Only qualified service personnel should open this unit.
8.Removing covers will expose you to hazardous voltages.
9.Do not overload wall outlet, extension cords or integral
convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire
or electrical shock.
10.Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, mains
adapters, and the point at which they exit from the unit.
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Warning
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this system
to rain or moisture.
Caution
To reduce the risk of shock, do not remove the cover of this system.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
The 
CAUTIONmarks shown on this page are located on the back of
your system.
The lightning flash, with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the system enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of  electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle as
marked on the system is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance
instructions in this owner’s guide. 
						

							The Acoustic Energy AEGO5 is a powered 5.1 surround sound
speaker system designed to give maximum acoustic
performance with minimal visual impact. It will enable you to
fill your room with sound rather than speakers and get the best
from your AV surround system.
This manual will help you to get the best out of your AEGO5
system and explain how to link it up with your existing digital
decoder (AEGO5) or straight to your DVD player through the
Acoustic Energy Aego decoder (AEGO
P5). 
Section one 
- will deal with the AEGO5 speaker system, how to integrate
your existing decoder and placement of your Aego satellite
speakers.
Section two 
- will provide details of the Acoustic Energy Dolby Digital/DTS
decoder that is supplied in the 
AEGOP5system. Also, how to
connect your DVD player along with other ancillary equipment.
Contents listing:
AEGO5
1 x AEGO5 subwoofer
5 x AEGO5 Satellite Speakers
5 x Wall Brackets
4 x rubber feet for subwoofer
1 x Multi-way signal cable 3M (6 x RCA Phono to 1 x Multi-pin)
1 x Speaker lead 3.5M
2 x Speaker leads 5.5M
2 x Speaker leads 10M
1 x Owners manual
1 x Car Sticker
AEGOp5 - as AEGO5 plus
1 x AEGOP5 Dolby Digital / DTS decoder
1 x power supply
1 x remote control
2 x batteries for remote control
1 x Multi-pin signal cable 3M (G9 multi-pin to G9 multi-pin)
contents
Important Safety Instructions
Introduction
Unpacking
Connecting AEGO5 (with External Power Amplifier)
Key AEGO5 Controls
AEGO5 Speaker Placement
AEGO5 Speaker Orientation
Connecting AEGOP5
Key AEGOP5 Controls
AEGOP5 Front Panel
AEGOP5 Rear Panel
AEGOP5 Remote Control
AEGOP5 Operation
LCD & LEDs
LCD Display
Mode Selection
Input Selection
Test Mode
Mute Mode
Master Volume Control
Balance Setting
Delay Calibration
Time Delay Adjustment on Centre Channel Speaker
Time Delay Adjustment on Rear Surround Speakers
Pro Logic Mode
Speaker Mode with Bass Manager
Saving Presets
Loading Presets
Sound Field Processing
Equalization
DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)
Resetting
Technical Information
Warranty 2
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AEGO5/p5 Owners Manual
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							Connecting Aego5 
4
POWER
OFF
AUTO
ON
When set to “AUTO” 
the Aego system will 
go in to standby mode 
if no signal is detected 
for a period of time 
(10 minutes). 
It will automatically 
switch back on when 
a signal is detected.
Sub Level 
This can be altered to 
obtain preferred level 
of bass.
Sub output
This output is available 
to supply an auxiliary 
subwoofer such as the 
“Acoustic Energy 
Aegis Compact Sub”. 
This may be
recommended when
 used in a large room.
Volume knob
This is the main volume 
control for all channels. 
When used with a 
decoder it would 
normally be set to 
maximum, This enables 
the Aego5 system to be 
used with DVD players 
that have a built in 
decoder but no overall 
volume control.
AUX.
SUB.
SUB
LEVEL
Subwoofer Power
Surround Left (SL)  Surround Right (SR) Centre Speaker Existing Decoder
Controls
Left Speaker Right Speaker
FRONT
RIGHTFRONT
LEFTCENTRE REAR
RIGHTREAR
LEFTAUX.
SUB.
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
SUB
LEVELPOWERMULTIPIN
INPUTOFF
AUTO
ON
Front
RightRear
RightSub Front
LeftRear
LeftCentre
see page 5 for connection 
in to AEGO
P5 decoder. 
						

							As with all loudspeakers, the placement in
relationship to room boundaries (walls etc.) will have
a major effect on their overall performance. As the
Aego Satellites are so small your choice of positions
is far greater and you should use this to maximize
the performance of these remarkable little speakers.
If a speaker is positioned in free air (not close to any
walls etc.) then it will sound brighter. If mounted on
or close to a large object (such as a table or on a
wall) then the mid range will become louder and the
speaker will sound warmer and more powerful.
In most situations we would recommend that the
satellites are mounted on walls at about head height
with the brackets provided to give you a warm
powerful sound that you will find pleasing and
comfortable. However if this is not possible then
Aego Speaker Stands are available from your dealer.
AEGO5 Speaker Placement
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Surface Mounting         Stand Mounting     Wall Mounting
*Not supplied
*
*
Detachable grille
can rotate to suit
speaker orientation. 
Subwoofer
Centre Front Left Front Right
Rear Left Rear Right(Alternative) (Alternative) 
						

							Acknowledgments & Trademarks
All contents are subject to change at any time without
notice. No responsibility is assumed for its use; or for
infringements of patents or other rights of third parties
and no patent or license is implied hereby. 
All trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic “ and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Works. (c)1992 - 1997 
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380,
5,978,762 and other worldwide patents issued and
pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are
registered trademarks of Digital Theatre Systems, Inc.
Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theatre Systems, Inc. 
All Rights Reserved.
FCC Compliance Statement
The 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 residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the 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 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 into 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.
Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with
the relevant FCC regulations.
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							1. After properly connecting AEGOP5 to your audio sources and amplifier, plug in AEGOP5’s AC adapter to an AC outlet.
2. Turn on the power of AEGO
P5 by pushing the POWER button on the front panel. Turn on the power of all audio
sources, amplifier, or powered subwoofer.
3. Installation is now complete, get ready to experience true Dolby Digital or DTS surround sound. 
Note: To prevent damage to speakers, when playing music or a movie, ensure the volume is set low initially. 
Gradually turn the volume up to an appropriate level after the playback has started.
Connecting AEGOp5
(with 5.1 Theatre System) 
7
POWER
OFF
AUTO
ON
When set to “AUTO” 
the Aego system will 
go in to standby mode 
if no signal is detected 
for a period of time 
(10 minutes). 
It will automatically 
switch back on when 
a signal is detected.
Sub Level 
This can be altered to 
obtain preferred level 
of bass.
Sub output
This output is available 
to supply an auxiliary 
subwoofer such as the 
“Acoustic Energy 
Aegis Compact Sub”. 
This may be 
recommended when
 used in a large room.
Volume knob
This is the main volume 
control for all channels. 
When used with a 
decoder it would 
normally be set to 
maximum, This enables 
the Aego5 system to be 
used with DVD players 
that have a built in 
decoder but no overall 
volume control.
AUX.
SUB.
SUB
LEVEL
Controls
MULTIPINFront
RightRear
RightSub Front
LeftRear
Left Centre
OPTICAL
INDIGITAL
INPOWER
12V DC Left
Right
LINE IN AUX 1 AUX 2Developed And Manufactured By Videologic Systems.
ACOUSTIC ENERGY LIMITED, 
16 BRIDGE ROAD, CIRENCESTER, 
GLOUCESTERSHIRE GL7 1NJ 
WWW.ACOUSTIC-ENERGY.CO.UK
Audio Out Audio Out
CD Player VCR Games Consul
AEGO
P5 Decoder
Phono Jack
Play Rec
L Audio Out Digital
Coaxial
DVD Player
R L
R
Laserdisc
Optical
L
R L
R
Subwoofer Power
Surround Left (SL)  Surround Right (SR) Centre Speaker Left Speaker Right Speaker
FRONT
RIGHTFRONT
LEFTCENTRE REAR
RIGHTREAR
LEFTAUX.
SUB.
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
SUB
LEVELPOWERMULTIPIN
INPUTOFF
AUTO
ON 
						

							1. The POWER Button
Turns AEGOP5 on or off.
1. MULTIPIN Audio Output:
This output feeds 6 channels audio signals to the matching input on a control centre or power amplifier via a multipin (DIN) cable.
2. Main Outputs (Front Left, Front Right, Rear Left, Rear Right, Centre and Sub):
The Six outputs feed audio signals to the matching inputs on a control centre or power amplifier.
3. AUX1 AUX2 and LINE Inputs:
These inputs accept signals from stereo analog signal sources.
4. OPTICAL and DIGITAL inputs:
Your AEGOP5 has two types of digital inputs. One S/PDIF (OPTICAL) and one coaxial (DIGITAL) input. Connect the digital outputs of the
sound sources to these inputs.
5. 12V DC Power Input:
Connect the AEGOP5 power adapter to an AC outlet. Please refer to page 6 to determine the correct voltage in your area.
AEGOp5 Decoder
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Centre
Front
RightRear
Left
Sub
Rear
Right Front
LeftAEGOP5
MULTIPINFront
RightRear
RightSub Front
LeftRear
Left Centre
OPTICAL
INDIGITAL
INPOWER
12V DC Left
Right
LINE IN AUX 1 AUX 2Developed And Manufactured By Videologic Systems.
ACOUSTIC ENERGY LIMITED, 
16 BRIDGE ROAD, CIRENCESTER, 
GLOUCESTERSHIRE GL7 1NJ 
WWW.ACOUSTIC-ENERGY.CO.UK
AEGOp5 Front Panel
AEGOp5 Rear Panel
2. LCD Display
Provides you with
information regarding the
system status and settings.
3. Speaker Channel LEDs
Each LED represents the status of an individual channel. When
a particular channel is active, the LED lights up. 
The colour of the LED also indicates the frequency range of
that channel:
* Red means this particular channel has been set to output a wider frequency 
range that contains bass signal between 20Hz to 120Hz.
* Green means this particular channel doesn’t contain the bass signal between 
20Hz to 120Hz. 
						

							1 POWER Button
On/off key
2 INPUT MODE Button
Select from the 5 different source inputs 
3 TEST Button
Test signal for the 6 discrete channels
4 MUTE Button
Mute the sound (toggle on and off)
5 PRO LOGIC Button
Select from 4 different surround settings
6 DELAY Button
Select the desired channel to engage the time
delay adjustment
7 BALANCE Button
Set the volume setting for each of the 6 channels
8 EQ SETUP Button
Select up to 5 EQ Band Settings
9 EQ ON/OFF Button
Activate the selected EQ Band Setting
10 FIELD Button
Select from 6 different sound fields
11 PRESET Button (P1, P2, P3, P4)
Recall up to 4 different presets
12 SAVE Button
Store your settings into a selected preset
13 LOAD Button
Activate your saved setting stored in selected preset
14 SPEAKER ON/OFF Buttons (CEN, SL/SR, SW)
CEN Button activates/deactivates the centre 
channel speaker.
LS/RS Button simultaneously activates/deactivates 
the left and right rear speakers.
SW Button activates/deactivates the subwoofer.
15 BASS MANAGER Button
Switches between three bass configurations 
(bass config.1, bass config.2 and bass config.3)
16 VOL + and VOL -
Increase/decrease the volume.
17 D TIME Button
Increase/decrease the delay time.
18 DRC Button
Select among 3 different dynamic range 
compression ratios.
19 RESET Button
Resets the system to its factory default settings.
AEGOp5 Remote Control
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input
mutepower
test
balance
fielddelay
EQ on/offprologic
EQ setup
preset 1 preset 2 preset 3
save1 preset 4 load
SL/SR
DRC
resetSW
D Time VOL BassManager Cen
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