Logitech Z 5500 Instruction Manual

							Setup
Installation
Instalación
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Z-5500 Digital
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							Safety
•  Read these instructions.
•  Keep these instructions.
•  Heed all warnings.
•  Follow all instructions.
•  Unplug the speakers from the computer and from 
the electrical outlet before cleaning them with a 
dry cloth.
•  Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.
•  Place the speakers in a stable location so they will 
not fall causing damage to the speakers or bodily 
harm.
•  Do not use the speakers near water, and do not 
immerse them in any liquid or pour any liquid on 
them.
•  Do not block the openings in the speaker 
cabinets, never push objects into speaker vents or 
slots because of fire or electric shock hazards, and 
provide sufficient space around the speakers for 
proper ventilation. 
•  Do not install near any heat sources such as 
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized 
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one 
wider than the other.  The wide blade is provided 
for your safety.  If the provided plug does not 
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•  Operate the speakers only from the low level 
audio line out jack of the computer or of an 
audio device. •  Protect the power cord from being walked on 
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from 
the apparatus.
•  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
•  For added protection during lightning storms, 
unplug the speakers from the electrical outlet and 
turn off the computer. 
•  Unplug this apparatus when unused for long 
periods of time.
•  Servicing is required when the apparatus has 
been damaged in any way, such as when the 
power-supply cord or plug has been damaged, 
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into 
the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed 
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or 
has been dropped. 
•  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
•  The speakers should be disconnected from the 
mains by placing the subwoofer Master Power 
switch in the standby position and unplugging 
the power cord of the speakers from the Dolby 
Digital mains receptacle.
•  The socket-outlet shall be installed near the 
equipment and shall be readily accessible.
•  Do not place any form of open flame source, such 
as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
WARNING: 
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR 
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Dolby® Digital is the universal 
standard for 5.1 digital sound.  
DVDs, PlayStation®2, Xbox™, digital 
cable, satellite TV, and HDTV all 
use Dolby® Digital. The Z-5500 
Digital includes a hardware Dolby® 
Digital decoder for full, rich 5.1 
digital sound.THX® certification is the “seal of 
approval” for speaker quality. It is 
an absolute assurance that these 
speakers accurately recreate the 
full sonic experience of a movie 
theater. The Z-5500 Digital is one 
of a select few speaker systems 
that meets the rigid standards for 
unparalleled THX® quality sound.DTS® Digital Surround delivers 
5.1 digital sound that rivals master 
soundtracks. DTS® soundtracks 
are included in many DVD videos, 
DVD Audio discs and PlayStation®2 
games. The Z-5500 Digital 
includes a hardware DTS® decoder 
for master-quality sound. The Z-
5500 Digital also includes support 
for DTS® 96/24 - an enhanced, 
higher-resolution, studio-quality 
format available on many DVD 
video and DVD Audio discs. Thank you for purchasing Logitech®’s Z-5500 Digital multimedia speaker system. We’ve worked hard to meet the 
rigid standards of THX® and have included the latest Dolby® Digital and DTS® technologies in order to give you a 
superior digital audio experience for your PC, gaming, or home theater needs.
Technology
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							To setup your system, see the Quick Start guide.SoundTouch™ Control Center Overview1. Digital LCD
2.  Input: Use to select audio source (optical, coax, 
6 ch. Direct or Stereo 1-3)
3.  Effect: Use to select sound effect (Stereo, Stereo x2, 
Pro Logic, etc.)
4.  Settings: Adjust parameters of digital surround sound effects
5.  Mute: Mute the system
6.  Level: Use to select subwoofer, center, rear or main volume
7.  Pro-audio style knob: Adjusts volume, subwoofer, center, and 
other levels
8.  System Power: Toggles between Ready and Standby modesRemote ControlAll functions are available on the remote control
1.  Direct: Select Direct Input source (when in Stereo 1-3, this button 
will cycle through Direct 1, Direct 2, and Direct 3 stereo inputs)
2.  Optical: Select Optical Input source
3.  Coax: Select Coax Input source
4.  Effect: Select sound effect
5.  Settings: Adjusts parameters of digital surround sound effects
6.  Mute: Mute the system
7.  Volume up/down: Adjusts main volume
8.  Sub up/down: Adjust subwoofer level
9.  Center up/down: Adjust center level
10.  Surround up/down: Adjust surround (rear) level
11. System Power
12.  Test: The Test State is only available from the remote. 
See the section on “Test State” for a full description of this mode.This information is also shown on the Quick Start guide. 
Initial Setup Overview:1.  Satellite speakers
Before attaching the cables, position two satellite speakers on 
either side of your computer monitor or television about the same 
distance from each other as from you. Angle them to face you.
  Place the rear speakers behind you and about the same distance 
apart as the front speakers. You may want to mount these speakers 
on the wall. If so, simply rotate the stands 180°. Mount the speakers 
using appropriate wall anchors through the holes in the stands. 
  For a pro-audio look, remove the cloth grilles by pulling them 
straight off. Removing the grilles will not affect sound quality.
2. Center channel
Depending on your confi guration, place your center channel 
speaker on your desk (angled up), on top of your monitor or 
television (angled down), or wall-mounted (angled down). 
To wall mount the speaker, remove the screw from side 
of neck, rotate stand and replace screw. Mount speaker 
using appropriate wall anchors through holes in stand.
3. Subwoofer
Because bass frequencies are non-directional, the 
subwoofer can be placed anywhere in relation to the other 
speakers. To ensure optimum sound quality, do not block the driver 
or the bass port. To achieve the strongest bass, place the subwoofer 
near a wall, corner or under a desk.
  Note: Please ensure adequate ventilation around the subwoofer. Keep the cooling fi ns on the back of the subwoofer 
at least 6 inches away from any object. For your safety, the Z-5500 Digital system is protected by a thermal overload 
switch, which will cause the system to shut down if it becomes too hot. In rare circumstances where the ambient 
room temperature is high, the unit can shut down. If this occurs, turn off the system and allow it to cool. Increase the 
ventilation around the system before turning the power back on.
4. Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center
Position the Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center where it is easy to reach.
5.  With the power off and the speakers in place, connect the speaker wire to the spring clips on the satellites and to 
the corresponding spring clips on the subwoofer. To connect, push the tab on the spring clip, insert the wire into 
the connector, and release the tab. Make sure that you match the wire color to the spring clip colors on both the 
subwoofer and the satellite.
 6.  Use the remote control or the control pod to select an input source.
Important:
For your safety, set up the entire system before   
plugging it into a power source.
Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center & Remote Control
Important:
For your safety, set up the entire system before   
plugging it into a power source.
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							7.   When using a digital connection: Follow the instructions on the audio device to enable/confi rm digital audio output.
8.  For 5.1 output: Enable Dolby® or DTS® output on your game or movie. Follow the game or movie audio menu for 
instructions. 
9.  If using digital content: The control pod will automatically detect and display the digital stream you selected in step 4. 
IF the effect does not appear on the control pod, see the troubleshooting section of this guide. 
10. If using stereo content: The effect button allows you to select between Stereo (front left/right speakers only), Stereo
 x2 (front and rear speakers), or use Dolby® Pro Logic Music or Movie to create 5.1 audio.
11. Once the input and effect are correctly displayed on the control pod, you are ready to enjoy your new speakers.Speaker Cables5 lengths of standard 18 gauge speaker wire:
• 2 are: 25’ (7.6m)   • 3 are: 15’ (4.6m)PCsDigital ConnectionIf your sound card has a digital output jack, you can use it to connect to the Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center. 
The control center supports either an optical or a coaxial connection. Check your sound card documentation for 
instructions on how to enable the sound card’s digital output.Analog ConnectionUse the 6-channel direct input cables to connect the Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center to the analog jacks on 
your sound card. For optimal sound, connect only those cables necessary for your sound card and leave the other 
cables unattached at both ends:
•  6-channel sound card: Connect the orange, black, and green plugs to the Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center 
and to the color-coded jacks on the sound card. 
•  4-channel sound card: Connect the green and black plugs to the Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center. Connect 
the green plug to the sound card’s front jack and the black plug to the sound card’s rear jack. Leave the orange 
plug unattached at both ends.
•  2-channel sound card: Connect the green plug to the Digital SoundTouch™ Control Center and to the “line 
out” jack on your sound card. Leave the orange and black plugs unattached at both ends.
System StatesYour Z-5500 Digital speakers have two basic states: Standby (off), and Ready. There is also a main on/off switch on the 
rear of the subwoofer (see the quick start guide).
•  Standby (Off): The power to the speakers is off, the LCD is blank, and the power red. Use the standby button to turn 
the system on. 
•  Ready (On): The speakers are on and the power LED is in blue. Pressing the standby button will put the system into 
standby (off) mode.
Inputs/OutputsSoundTouch™ digital control center inputs:
•  (1) Digital S/PDIF optical connection: For DVD or CD players, PlayStation®2, Xbox™
*, or PC sound cards 
(requires optical cable, sold separately): black Toslink jack 
•  (1) Digital S/PDIF coax connection: For DVD or CD players or PC sound cards (requires coaxial cable, sold 
separately): black RCA jack 
• (1) 6 channel direct (3 stereo-mini 3.5mm stereo jacks w/ lime (front satellite inputs), black (rear satellite inputs), 
and orange (subwoofer and center channel inputs): For 2, 4, or 6 channel PC sound card analog connections 
 OR 
• (3) Stereo inputs (Stereo 1, Stereo 2, Stereo 3 (3 stereo-mini 3.5mm stereo jacks w/ lime (Stereo 1 input), 
black (Stereo 2 input), and orange (Stereo 3 input): For 3 stereo analog mini audio sources, like CD and DVD 
players, PlayStation®2, Xbox™, or 2 channel PC sound cards (some devices may require stereo mini to dual RCA 
adapter, sold separately)
•  (1) Analog stereo-mini (on side panel of control pod): For portable CD, MP3, or MiniDisc® players
• 2-position switch (near analog jacks): Switch between ‘6 ch direct’ and ‘stereo 1-3’ modes
Digital LCDWhile in the Ready state, the fi rst line of the LCD displays the current source input. The second line displays the current 
surround sound effect. 96 kHz / 24 bit bitstreamDTS® Digital Surround delivers 5.1 digital sound that rivals master soundtracks.  DTS® soundtracks are included in many 
DVD videos, DVD Audio discs and PlayStation®2 games. The Z-5500 Digital includes a hardware DTS® decoder for master-
quality sound. The Z-5500 Digital also includes support for DTS® 96/24 - an enhanced, higher-resolution, studio-quality 
format available on many DVD video and DVD Audio discs.
Setup
Operation
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							Selecting Your Source InputPressing the Input button cycles through the various audio input sources.
The inputs will always cycle in the same order, as shown below.With 2-position Switch in ‘6 Ch. Direct’ Mode:•  Direct: input stream from the analog inputs
•  Optical: input stream from the optical input
•  Coax: input stream from the coax input
Cycling through the inputs is always the same unless you have the 2-position switched to stereo 1-3 mode. With 2-position Switch in ‘Stereo 1-3’ Mode:•  Stereo 1: Use the Front L/R analog input (lime green) as a stereo input 
•  Stereo 2: Use the Rear L/R analog input (black) as a stereo input 
•  Stereo 3: Use the Center/Sub analog input (orange) as a stereo input 
•  Optical: input stream from the optical input
•  Coax: input stream from the coax input
Whenever the input or bitstream changes, the previously selected effect will be automatically re-selected. For example, if 
you select Stereo x2 while listening to the 6 ch. Direct input, ‘Stereo x2’ will be stored in memory for the ‘Direct’ Input. The 
next time you select the Direct input, Stereo x2 will be automatically selected as the effect. 
When returning from Standby, the previously selected input and effect will be shown on the control pod. EffectsThe effect button is used to select the type of surround sound or audio technology you want to use with a particular 
input. In many cases, the control pod will recognize what audio technology is streaming from your audio device, and will 
automatically select it. 
For example, if you are watching a DVD and have selected the Dolby® Digital 5.1 stream on the DVD, then when you select 
the DVD audio input, Dolby® Digital will automatically be the selected effect. The control pod will default to the last effect 
used by whatever input source you are using. 
You can use the ‘effect’ button to select a different audio technology if you wish to change it. Note that not all effects are 
available for all inputs (refer to the table):
Repeatedly pressing the ‘effect’ button rotates through the available options for that type of input. If only one effect 
option is available, then the effect button will have no impact. Each effect is described below. For more information about 
surround sound and other digital audio technologies, visit www.logitech.com.• 
DTS®: Decode the DTS® stream using the DTS® decoding algorithm (or DTS® 96/24 algorithm, depending on the 
bitstream). Your audio source must have a DTS® 5.1 soundtrack. 
WHAT IT IS: DTS® is a digital audio stream that gives you discrete 5.1 audio. When enabled it will give you full 
surround sound with separate front, rear, and center channels.
• Dolby® Digital: Decode the Dolby® Digital 5.1 stream using the Dolby® Digital decoding algorithm. Your audio 
source must have a Dolby® Digital soundtrack.
WHAT IT IS: Dolby® Digital 5.1 is a digital audio stream that gives you discrete 5.1 audio. When enabled it will give 
you full surround sound with separate front, rear, and center channels.
• Pro Logic II Movie: Decode the Dolby® Digital stereo, PCM stereo, or analog 2 channel stream using the Pro Logic 
II Movie decoding algorithm. 
WHAT IT IS: Pro Logic II Movie is a surround sound format that creates 5.1 surround sound from stereo movie 
sources. When enabled it will give you full surround sound with front, rear, and center channels from a stereo signal. 
PC2 movie is optimized for movie content.
• Pro Logic II Music: Decode the Dolby® Digital, PCM stereo, or L/R analog 2 channel stream using the Pro Logic II 
Music decoding algorithm. 
WHAT IT IS: Pro Logic II Music is surround sound format that creates 5.1 surround sound from stereo music 
sources. When enabled it will give you full surround sound with front, rear, and center channels from a stereo signal. 
PC2 music is optimized for music playback.
• 6 Channel Direct: Send all 6 channels from the direct input straight to the amplifi ers without applying any 
decoding algorithm.
WHAT IT IS: This direct analog stream is raw audio, without decoding. Depending on the audio type, you may or 
may not receive surround sound.Operation
Operation
POSSIBLE EFFECTS
INPUT DTS® DOLBY® 
DIGITAL PRO 
LOGIC II 
MOVIEPRO 
LOGIC II 
MUSIC6 CHANNEL 
DIRECTSTEREO 
X2STEREO
optical / coax
(DTS® 5.1 stream)
optical / coax 
(Dolby® Digital 5.1 ch) 
optical / coax 
(Dolby® Digital 2 ch stereo)  
optical / coax 
(PCM stereo)  
Direct 
Stereo 1, Stereo 2, Stereo 3
 
 
Table 1 - Surround Sound/Audio Effects Available by Input Stream
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							• Stereo x2: Send the Dolby® Digital stereo, PCM stereo, or L/R analog 2 channel stream to both the front and rear 
speakers without applying any decoding algorithm.
WHAT IT IS: This effect will send the stereo audio to the rear speakers, creating front and rear stereo sound (much 
like a car stereo).
• Stereo: Send the Dolby® Digital stereo, PCM stereo, or L/R analog 2 channel stream to the front speakers only 
without applying any decoding algorithm.
WHAT IT IS: This effect will send the stereo audio to the front speakers only.Adjusting Volume and Other LevelsTo adjust the main volume, simply rotate the knob. 
To adjust your trim levels for the subwoofer, center channel, or the surround (rear) speakers, press the ‘level’ button to cycle 
through them. For each one, rotate the knob to adjust the level. Note that each level setting is a “global” setting, meaning 
that the levels will remain the same regardless of what input or effect is selected. 
The LCD will return to its previous state if left alone for 5 seconds.Volume Boost feature: A volume boost feature is available for source material that is recorded at anbormally low levels. 
When the volume is at maximum, continue spinning the knob approximately one-half turn (180 degrees) clockwise. The 
LCD will show “Boost” and a number. You are now in volume boost mode. Adjust the volume boost just llike you would the 
system volume. When at Boost 1, spinning the knob to the left will return to normal volum mode. You may also access the 
volume boost mode using the remote by holding down the volume up button when the normal volume is at maximum.
Note that boost mode should not be used with source material that is already recorded at high levels. Doing so will cause 
your speaker system to distort signifi cantly – and will eventually damage it. Damage caused by improper use of boost 
mode is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.HeadphonesWhen the headphones are plugged in, the speakers will mute and all sound will go to the headphones. The LCD will display 
‘Headphones’ as the active effect. Only a stereo signal will go the headphones, regardless of the input or surround sound 
effect. When listening to material with surround sound content, the audio will be “downmixed” so that all the sounds are 
heard in the headphones. When the headphones are unplugged, the speakers will automatically return to their previous 
state.Wall-MountingYour speakers are equipped with a notch for wall mounting. Rotate stands 180°. Use appropriate wall screws and posts to 
secure each speaker to your wall. Muting the SpeakersTo mute the speakers, simply press the mute button. The speakers will be muted and the control pod LCD will display ‘Mute 
On’. The speakers will remain Muted until any of the following occur:•  ‘Standby’ button is pressed. Speakers go into standby mode.
•  ‘Mute’ button is pressed again. The speaker volume returns to previous volume level and speakers go to Ready state.
•  ‘Level’, ‘input’, ‘effect’, or ‘settings’ button is pressed. The speaker volume returns to the previous level and the 
product performs the appropriate action for the button that was pressed. 
•  Control knob is rotated. Disengages mute and adjusts Main volume.
•  ‘TEST’ button is pressed on the remote. Puts system in Test Mode.
Changing Surround Sound SettingsTo change the surround sound settings, press the ‘settings’ button. Not all settings are available for each effect (see table 
below). If the active effect does not have changeable settings, then the LCD will show ‘No settings for this effect’.Cables• Satellites:
– L / R cord length: 15’ (4.5m)
– C cord length: 15’ (4.5m)
– LR / RR cord length: 25’ (7.5m)
• Cables:
– 7’ 3-pair cable with (3) 3.5mm Male stereo connectors on each end – color-coded to match the jacks on the 
control pod
• Subwoofer:
– Control pod connection: Female DSUB jack
– Powered connections to all 5 satellites: RCA jacks
•  Subwoofer connection (carries all 6 ‘power-in’ signals): 7’ DSUB cable
Operation
Operation
EFFECTS
SETTING DTS® 
DIGITAL 
5.1DOLBY® 
DIGITAL 
5.1PRO 
LOGIC II 
MOVIEPRO 
LOGIC II 
MUSIC6 CHANNEL 
DIRECTSTEREO 
X2STEREO HEAD-
PHONE
Panorama

Dimension 

Center Width 

Surround Delay 
 
Night Mode
Table 2 - Available Settings for Each Effect
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							Performance Specs•  Total RMS power: 500 Watts RMS
– Satellites: 313 watts RMS (2 x 61 W front, 2 x 61 W rear, 69 W center)
– Subwoofer: 187 watts
•  Total peak power:  1000 Watts
•  Maximum SPL: >115 dB
•  Frequency response:  33 Hz - 20 kHz
• Amplifi er: Ultra-linear high-capacity analog
•  Input impedance: 8,000 ohms
•  Signal to Noise Ratio: >93.5 dB, typical 100
•  Drivers:- Satellites: 3” polished aluminum phase plug drivers- Subwoofer: 10” high-excursion ported driver with 6th 
order bass  refl ex enclosure
•  Surround sound effects:
– Hardware decoding for Dolby® Digital, DTS® and DTS® 96/24  soundtracks
– Dolby® Pro Logic II (Movie and Music modes)
– 6 Channel Direct
– Stereo x2
– Stereo
•  Supported digital formats:- Dolby® Digital- DTS® and DTS® 96/24
– PCM (uncompressed stereo): 44.1 kHz/16 bit through 96 kHz/24 bit
• Source inputs:
– (1) Digital optical for DVD or CD players, PlayStation®2, Xbox™*, or PC  sound cards (requires optical cable, sold 
separately)
– (1) Digital coaxial for DVD or CD players or PC sound cards (requires coaxial cable, sold separately)
– (1) 6-channel direct (3 stereo-mini connectors) for 2, 4 or 6-channel  PC sound cards OR- (3) stereo-mini connectors 
for 3 stereo analog audio sources, such as  CD and DVD players, PlayStation®2, Xbox™*, or 2 channel PC sound  
cards (some devices may require stereo mini to dual RCA adapter, sold separately)
– (1) Analog stereo-mini (on side panel of control center) for portable CD, MP3, or MiniDisc® players
 
* Requires Xbox™ Advanced AV Pack or Xbox™ High  Defi nition AV Pack, sold separately
TroubleshootingFor an up to date and comprehensive list of FAQs or troubleshooting and customer support, please visit www.logitech.com
Error Messages No Digital Data: Appears when a digital input is selected and no stream exists on that input. 
Unknown Digital Data: Appears when a digital input is selected and it is a stream that cannot be decoded by the  
Z-5500 Digital. Test StateThe ‘Test’ state is only accessible by pressing the ‘Test’ button on the remote control. When in this state, a pink noise ‘test tone’ 
will be played from each speaker instead of the selected source input. This tone will come from one speaker at a time, in 2.5 
second intervals, in the following order: left front, center, right front, right rear, left rear, sub. To exit this state, just press the ‘Test’ 
button again.
Use the Test state to verify that your speakers are connected properly, or to set levels between the rear, front, and center 
channels.Frequently Asked QuestionsQ.   Can I extend the speaker cables?
A.   Yes. Purchase standard speaker wire, 18 gauge or higher, and cut and strip to desired length.
Q.   There is no sound coming from one (or more) speakers.
A.   Confirm that the speaker is connected properly. When inserting the wire, make sure the bare wire sits on the metal 
connector in the spring clip. This is critical – metal must be on metal – or the connection will not be sufficient. 
Sometimes the plastic wire shielding is pushed onto the metal connector, which prevents the wire from making a solid 
contact with the connector in the spring clip. This will also prevent your speaker from working. If this is the case, simply 
pull the wire out some so that the wire makes a clean contact with the metal part of the connector. 
Q.   What happens if the speaker wires are reversed? (red wire to black spring clip on one speaker, red wire to red spring clip 
on the subwoofer, or vise versa)
A.   If the wires are not connected to the same color spring clip on both the satellite and the subwoofer, then the speaker 
will be out of phase. This will result in noticeably poor or muddy sound. To fix this problem, simply connect the speaker 
and the satellite so that the red wire goes to the red spring clip on both the satellite and the subwoofer. 
Q.   Where can I learn more about my speakers?
A.   www.logitech.com
Operation / Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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							Limited WarrantyLogitech® warrants that any hardware product accompanying this documentation shall be free from significant defects in material 
and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. Logitech®’s limited warranty is nontransferable and is 
limited to the original purchaser.  This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary under 
local laws.
Remedies.  Logitech®’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be, at Logitech®’s option, to: (a) 
repair or replace the hardware, provided that the hardware is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as Logitech® may 
direct, with a copy of the sales receipt, or (b) refund the price paid.  Any replacement hardware will be warranted for the remainder 
of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer. These remedies are void if failure of the hardware has resulted 
from accident, abuse, or misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modification or disassembly. Upon request from Logitech®, you 
must prove the date of original purchase of the hardware by a dated bill of sale or dated itemized receipt.
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or exclusion may not apply to you.  The above limitations will not apply in case of personal injury where and to the extent that 
applicable law requires such liability.FCC and IC Statements
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and 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. Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for ANY 
interference, for example RADIO OR TV interference, caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such 
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.Warranty
Sécurité
•  Veuillez lire ces instructions.
•  Conservez ces instructions.
•  Tenez compte de tous les avertissements.
•  Suivez toutes les instructions à la lettre.
•  Débranchez les haut-parleurs de l’ordinateur et de 
la prise électrique avant de les nettoyer avec un 
chiffon sec.
•  Procédez à l’installation en respectant les 
instructions du fabricant.
•  Placez les haut-parleurs de manière à ce qu’ils 
soient stables, car toute chute risquerait de les 
endommager ou de causer des dommages 
corporels.
•  N’utilisez pas les haut-parleurs à proximité d’une 
source d’eau et ne les mouillez pas.
•  Ne bloquez pas les ouvertures des haut-parleurs. 
N’enfoncez jamais d’objets dans les ouvertures 
ou les fentes des haut-parleurs du fait du risque 
d’électrocution ou d’incendie et laissez un espace 
suffisant autour des haut-parleurs pour assurer 
une ventilation correcte. 
•  N’installez pas l’appareil à proximité d’un radiateur, 
d’un poêle ou de toute autre source de chaleur (y 
compris les amplificateurs).
•  Ne supprimez pas la fonction de sécurité de 
la fiche polarisée. Une fiche secteur polarisée 
possède deux broches, dont l’une est plus large 
que l’autre. La broche la plus large est fournie 
pour votre sécurité.  Si la fiche fournie n’est pas 
adaptée à votre prise, consultez un électricien 
pour la remplacer.
•  Ne branchez les haut-parleurs que sur la prise de 
sortie audio de faible niveau de l’ordinateur ou 
d’un périphérique audio. •  Evitez de marcher sur le cordon d’alimentation ou 
de le pincer, en particulier au niveau des prises, 
des socles de prises d’alimentation et du point de 
sortie de l’appareil.
•  N’utilisez que les éléments annexes et les 
accessoires spécifiés par le fabricant.
•  Pour une meilleure protection contre la foudre, 
débranchez les haut-parleurs de la prise électrique 
et mettez l’ordinateur hors tension en cas 
d’orage. 
•  Débranchez cet appareil si vous ne l’utilisez pas 
pendant des périodes prolongées.
•  L’appareil doit être réparé dès qu’il a été 
endommagé (par exemple, au niveau du cordon 
d’alimentation ou de la prise), si un liquide a été 
renversé sur l’appareil, si des objets sont tombés 
dessus, s’il a été exposé à la pluie ou à l’humidité, 
s’il ne fonctionne pas normalement ou s’il est 
tombé. 
•  Les réparations doivent être effectuées par des 
techniciens qualifiés.
•  Les haut-parleurs doivent être déconnectés de 
l’alimentation secteur en plaçant le commutateur 
d’alimentation du subwoofer en position de veille 
et en débranchant leur cordon d’alimentation de 
la prise secteur.
•  Vérifiez que l’équipement est installé à proximité 
d’une prise secteur non obstruée.
•  Ne placez aucune source de flamme nue, telles 
que des bougies allumées, sur l’appareil.
ATTENTION: 
POUR REDUIRE LE RISQUE D’INCENDIE OU 
D’ELECTROCUTION, N’EXPOSEZ PAS CET 
APPAREIL A LA PLUIE NI A L’HUMIDITE.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
ATTENTION: RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
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							Dolby® Digital est la norme 
universelle en matière de son 
numérique 5.1.  Les lecteurs DVD, 
les consoles PlayStation®2 ou 
Xbox™, les supports de télévision 
par câble numérique, satellite ou 
HDTV utilisent tous le système 
Dolby® Digital. Les haut-parleurs 
Z-5500 Numérique sont dotés d’un 
décodeur Dolby® Digital permettant 
d’obtenir un son numérique 5.1 
riche.La certification THX® constitue la 
marque d’approbation de la qualité 
des haut-parleurs. Elle garantit la 
production d’une ambiance sonore 
comparable à celle d’un système 
Home cinéma. Le système de haut-
parleurs Z-5500 Numérique est l’un 
des rares systèmes à répondre aux 
normes strictes de la qualité sonore 
THX®.DTS® Digital Surround fournit un 
son numérique 5.1 qui égale celui 
des bandes son originales. Les 
pistes DTS® sont incluses dans la 
plupart des disques vidéo et audio 
DVD et des jeux PlayStation®2. Le 
système Z-5500 Numérique est 
doté d’un décodeur DTS® pour un 
son de qualité originale. Le Z-5500 
Numérique prend également en 
charge le format DTS® 96/24 – un 
format de résolution supérieur 
et amélioré et de qualité studio 
disponible sur un grand nombre de 
DVD vidéo et audio. Vous venez d’acheter le système de haut-parleurs multimédia Logitech® Z-5500 Numérique et nous vous en félicitons. 
Nous avons travaillé avec acharnement pour respecter les normes strictes de THX® et nous avons intégré les technologies 
Dolby® Digital et DTS® les plus récentes pour assurer d’excellentes performances audionumériques, que ce soit dans le 
domaine des PC, des jeux ou des systèmes Home cinéma.Technologie
Pour installer le système, reportez-vous au Guide de démarrage rapide.Présentation de la télécommande SoundTouch™1. Affi chage numérique à cristaux liquides
2.  Input: permet de sélectionner la source audio (optique, 
coaxiale, directe 6 canaux ou stéréo 1-3)
3.  Effect: permet de sélectionner le type d’effet sonore 
(Stéréo, Stéréo x2, Pro Logic, etc.)
4.  Settings: Permet de régler les paramètres des effets de son 
surround numérique
5.  Mute: permet de couper le son du système
6.  Level: permet de régler le volume du subwoofer, du haut-parleur 
central, des haut-parleurs arrière ou le volume général
7.  Bouton à l’aspect audio pro: permet régler le volume du subwoofer 
et du haut-parleur central, ainsi que les autres niveaux
8.  Alimentation système: permet d’alterner entre le mode Marche et 
le mode VeilleTélécommandeToutes les fonctions sont disponibles sur la télécommande
1.  Direct: permet de sélectionner la source d’entrée directe (si vous 
êtes en mode Stereo 1-3, ce bouton permet de parcourir les 
entrées stéréo Direct 1, Direct 2 et Direct 3)
2.  Optical: permet de sélectionner la source d’entrée optique
3.  Coax: permet de sélectionner la source d’entrée coaxiale
4.  Effect: permet de sélectionner le type d’effet sonore
5.  Settings: permet de régler les paramètres des effets de son 
surround numérique
6.  Mute: permet de couper le son du système
7.  Volume up/down: permet de régler le volume principal
8.  Sub up/down: permet de régler le niveau du subwoofer
9.  Center up/down: permet de régler le niveau au centre
10.  Surround up/down: permet de régler le son surround (arrière)
11. Alimentation du système
12.  Test: l’état de test n’est disponible qu’à partir de la télécommande. 
Voir la section Etat de test pour la description complète de ce mode
Important:
pour votre propre sécurité, installez le système avant de 
le brancher sur une source d’alimentation électrique.
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							Ces informations sont également indiquées dans le Guide de démarrage rapide. Présentation de l’installation initiale:1.  Haut-parleurs satellites: Avant d’installer les câbles, placez un 
haut-parleur satellite de chaque côté de l’écran de votre ordinateur 
ou de votre téléviseur, en conservant entre eux la même distance 
que celle qui les sépare de vous. Orientez-les face à vous.
  Placez les haut-parleurs arrière derrière vous à équidistance des haut-
parleurs avant. Vous pouvez les fi xer au mur. Le cas échéant, faites 
pivoter les socles de 180°. Montez les haut-parleurs en utilisant les 
points d’ancrage appropriés au niveau des orifi ces des socles. 
  Pour un profi l audio professionnel, enlevez les grilles de protection en 
tirant dessus. Le retrait des grilles n’a aucune incidence sur la qualité 
audio.
2. Canal central: Selon votre confi guration, placez le haut-parleur de 
canal central sur votre bureau (orienté vers le haut), sur le moniteur 
ou sur le téléviseur (orienté vers le bas) ou fi xez-le au mur 
(orienté vers le bas). Pour fi xer le haut-parleur au mur, 
retirez la vis située sur le côté du col, faites pivoter le socle 
et replacez la vis. Fixez le haut-parleur à l’aide d’attaches 
murales appropriées dans les orifi ces du socle.
3. Subwoofer: Comme les basses fréquences ne sont pas 
directionnelles, l’emplacement du subwoofer par rapport aux autres 
haut-parleurs n’a pas d’importance. Pour assurer une qualité audio 
optimale, n’obstruez pas le transducteur ni l’évent des graves. Pour 
obtenir des graves très puissants, placez le subwoofer près d’un mur, dans un coin ou sous un bureau.
  Remarque: veillez à assurer la ventilation adéquate du subwoofer. Laissez une distance d’au moins 15 cm entre 
les ailettes de refroidissement situées à l’arrière du subwoofer et les autres objets. Pour votre sécurité, le système 
Z-5500 Numérique est protégé par un commutateur de surcharge thermique qui provoque l’arrêt du système en 
cas de surchauffe. Dans de rares cas, lorsque la température ambiante est élevée, l’unité doit être arrêtée. Si cela se 
produit, éteignez le système et laissez-le refroidir. Augmentez le niveau de ventilation autour du système avant de le 
remettre sous tension.
4. Télécommande numérique SoundTouch™: Placez la télécommande numérique SoundTouch™ de manière à 
ce qu’elle soit facilement accessible.
5.  L’alimentation étant coupée et les haut-parleurs positionnés, reliez le câble aux attaches à ressort des haut-parleurs 
satellites et à celles du subwoofer. Pour réaliser le branchement, appuyez sur la languette de l’attache à ressort, 
insérez le câble dans le connecteur et relâchez la languette. Vérifi ez que la couleur du câble et celle de l’attache à 
ressort correspondent, sur le subwoofer et sur les haut-parleurs satellites.
Important:
pour votre propre sécurité, installez le système avant de 
le brancher sur une source d’alimentation électrique.
Installation
6.  Utilisez la télécommande ou le boîtier de commande pour sélectionner une source d’entrée.
7.  Si vous utilisez une connexion numérique: suivez les instructions relatives au périphérique audio pour activer/
confi rmer la sortie audio numérique.
8.  Pour la sortie 5.1: activez la sortie Dolby® ou DTS® dans le jeu ou dans le fi lm. Pour de plus amples instructions, suivez 
le menu audio du jeu ou du fi lm. 
9.  Si vous utilisez un contenu numérique: le boîtier de commande détecte automatiquement le type de fl ux de 
données numériques sélectionné à l’étape 4 et l’affi che. Si l’effet n’apparaît pas sur le boîtier de commande, 
consultez la section Dépannage de ce guide. 
10. Si vous utilisez un contenu stéréo: le bouton Effect permet de choisir entre Stereo (haut-parleurs avant gauche/
droit uniquement), Stereo x2 (haut-parleurs avant et arrière), ou Dolby® Pro Logic Music ou Movie pour créer une 
ambiance sonore 5.1.
11. Une fois l’entrée et l’effet correctement affi chés sur l’écran du boîtier de commande, vous êtes prêt à profi ter de vos 
nouveaux haut-parleurs.Câbles des haut-parleurs5 longueurs de câble pour haut-parleurs standard de 1 mm de diamètre:
• 2 câbles de 7,6 m de long  • câbles de 4,6 m de longPCConnexion numériqueSi votre carte son possède une prise de sortie numérique, vous pouvez l’utiliser pour la connexion avec la 
télécommande numérique SoundTouch™. Celle-ci prend en charge une connexion optique ou coaxiale. Consultez 
la documentation de votre carte son pour savoir comment activer sa sortie numérique.Connexion analogiqueUtilisez les câbles d’entrée directe 6 canaux pour relier la télécommande numérique SoundTouch™ aux prises 
analogiques de la carte son. Pour un son optimal, n’utilisez que les câbles requis pour la carte son et ne branchez 
pas les autres câbles:
•  Carte son 6 canaux: branchez les prises orange, noire et verte sur la télécommande numérique SoundTouch™ 
et sur les prises colorées de la carte son. 
•  Carte son 4 canaux: branchez les prises verte et noire sur la télécommande numérique SoundTouch™. 
Branchez la prise verte sur le connecteur avant de la carte son et la prise noire sur le connecteur arrière de la 
carte son. N’utilisez pas la prise orange.
•  Carte son 2 canaux: branchez la prise verte sur la télécommande numérique SoundTouch™ et sur le 
connecteur de sortie audio de la carte son. N’utilisez pas les prises orange et noire.
Etats du systèmeLes haut-parleurs Z-5500 Numérique ont deux états principaux : Standby (Arrêt) et Ready (Marche). Le subwoofer 
dispose également d’un commutateur de marche/arrêt principal situé à l’arrière (voir le Guide de démarrage).
•  Standby (Arrêt): l’alimentation au niveau des haut-parleurs est coupée, l’écran LCD est vide et le témoin 
d’alimentation est rouge. Utilisez ce bouton pour allumer le système. 
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