Zvox SoundBase 420 4004201 Fascicule

C. Connect the power supply. After making 

the signal connection, check to ensure the 
Power switch on the back of the V-Series 
speaker is in the OFF position. Connect 
the DC plug of the Power Supply to the 
DC IN jack on the back of the V-Series 
system. Then connect the AC plug of the 
Power Supply to AC power. Turn on the 
speaker using the power switch on the 
back panel next to the AC cord.

  The V-Series system has additional inputs that can be selected from the front panel or the 

included remote control. These inputs allow connection of an iPod, MP3 player, CD player, 
radio/tuner, streaming audio system or other audio device.

  If your home TV system does not conform to the descriptions in this Guide, don’t hesitate 

to send an inquiry to info@zvoxaudio.com. A ZVOX Audio representative will respond with 
useful options.

You can “teach” the V-Series to respond to your current TV remote 
control for the following functions: Volume Up/Volume Down,  Mute 
(on/off toggle) and Power (on/off toggle). See the separate sheet for 
instructions on this simple process. After this “learning” process, you 
will not need the ZVOX remote control for everyday controls. Using 
your preferred remote control does not affect the utility of the ZVOX 
Audio remote control. The ZVOX Audio remote control provides the 
full range of adjustments of special audio features and functions.

Input
When leaving “Standby”, the V-Series system will automatically select 
whichever audio input was last used. The INPUT button allows you to 
select a different input:
•  Digital Input 1 - optical 
•  Digital Input 2 - coaxial
•  Analog Input 1  
•  Analog Input 2  
•  Analog Input 3 (front panel minijack)

If the AC power is lost, it may be necessary to reselect the desired input. 

Volume
The VOLUME buttons on the front panel and the ZVOX Audio remote 
control operate in the normal manner.

Power (STANDBY)
The Power button on the ZVOX Audio remote control toggles the 
V-Series system between STANDBY and On. 

Note: A V-Series system will automatically enter 

STANDBY if the selected input is silent for longer than 4 to 5 minutes.
You can also “force” the V-Series speaker into STANDBY if you press and hold the MUTE 
button on the front panel for longer than 4 seconds.
A V-Series system in STANDBY will automatically turn back on if it senses a remote signal 
from the “preferred” remote control or the ZVOX Audio remote control.

Mute
The MUTE button on the front panel and the ZVOX Audio remote 
control operate in the normal manner. When MUTE is active, the 
display will show a blinking -00- for a minute.

Bass and Treble 
The Bass and Treble controls  
have a range from -4 to 4.
Note: The bass output of a V-Series system is 
affected by its position within a room. You may 
find it sounds best with slightly more or less 
bass than the neutral setting.

1.  Place the V-Series system.
2.  Connect the V-Series system to your TV and/or audio devices.
3.  Learn the features and controls of the V-Series system.
4.  “Teach” the V-Series system to respond to your preferred remotecontrols commands 

(Volume/Mute/Power).

You can place the V-Series system on any flat, stable surface near your TV. If the TV base is 
small enough, you can place the Z-Series system on a piece of furniture and then place the 
TV on top of the V-Series system.

•  A safe installation is the ZVOX Audio system owner’s responsibility.
•  A TV heavier than 70 pounds (31 kg) should not be placed directly on top of a V-Series 

system. Please confirm the pedestal base of the TV rests securely on top of the V-Series 
system. No portion of the TV base should extend beyond the edges of the top of the 
V-Series system.

•  A flat panel TV has a high center of gravity. Please confirm the furnishing supporting your 

TV and the V-Series system is stable and secure. The surface supporting the V-Series 
system/TV combination should not move in any direction. 

•  All TV manufacturers recommend that a flat panel TV be anchored to a secure vertical 

surface with a tether. This prevents a household accident from causing a TV to fall off its 
supporting surface. ZVOX Audio recommends you heed this recommendation and all other 
installation recommendations made by the TV manufacturer.

A. Connect your cable box, DVD player, etc. to your TV as recommended by the TV User 

Guide. You probably have a cable box or satellite 
receiver, and a DVD or Bluray player connected to 
your TV. You may also have a game console or VCR 
connected. Leave all these video sources connected 
to your TV's inputs—you don’t need to change them. 
You should not need to connect the audio output of any 
video source directly to a V-Series speaker system. 

B. Connect the audio output of your TV to the input of 

the V-Series system. Different TVs have different audio 
output options. Check the back panel of your TV for one 
of the following:

•  Optical digital audio output  

(small square port, often with a central cover flap).

•  Coaxial digital audio output  

(single phono jack, often orange).

•  Analog audio output (dual phono jacks— 

red and white) – OR a single 3.5 mm “minijack.”

•  Some smaller TVs don't have any of the above 

connections, but do have a headphone jack  
(3.5 mm minijack).

If your TV has an optical digital audio output jack, use an 

optical (TOSLINK) 

connecting cord 
to connect to the 

optical digital audio 

input on the back of 
the V-Series system.

If your TV has a coaxial digital audio output jack, 
any phono plug to phono plug signal cable can 
connect between this jack and the coaxial digital 
input jack on the back of the V-Series system.

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or 
plug is 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.

15. 

Grounding or Polarization–This product may be 
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line 
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). 
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. 
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the 
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the 
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to 
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety 
purpose of the polarized plug.

 

Alternate Warnings–This product is equipped with 
a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a 
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a 
grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. 
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, 
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete 
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 
grounding-type plug.

16. 

Ventilation–Slots and openings in the cabinet 
are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable 
operation of the product and to protect it from 
overheating, and these openings must not be 
blocked or covered. The openings should never be 
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, 
or other similar surface. This product should not be 
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase 
or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the 
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

17.  The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the 

disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain 
readily operable.

18.  CLASS II apparatus with double insulation, and no 

protective earth provided.

Stable Placement. Do not place the 
V-Series system on an unstable cart, stand, 
bracket or table. The V-Series system may 
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult 
and serious damage to the product. Do not 

use the V-Series system on any unstable surface.
Placement of a TV on the V-Series system. A Television 
that weighs less than 70 pounds (31 kg) and that has a base 
that is smaller than both dimension limits (shown below) can 
be placed on top of a V-Series system—BUT ONLY WHEN 
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE STRICTLY 
OBSERVED. PLACING A TV ON TOP OF A V-SERIES 
SYSTEM WITHOUT FOLLOWING ALL THE PRECAUTIONS 
IS DANGEROUS AND SHOULD NOT BE DONE.
•  The TV must weigh less than 70 pounds (31 kg) or less.

1.  Read these instructions.
2.  Keep these instructions.
3.  Heed all warnings.
4.  Follow all instructions.
5.  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.  Clean only with dry cloth.
7.  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.  Do not install near any heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized 

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two 
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding 
type plug has two blades and a third grounding 
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does 
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.  Protect the power cord from being walked on 

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from  
the apparatus.

11.  Only use attachments/accessories specified by  

the manufacturer.

12.  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, 

bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.

13.  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 

when unused for long periods of time.

14.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 

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TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• 

THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING WATER AND NO OBJECT FILLED WITH 

LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON APPARATUS.

RISK OF  

ELECTRICAL SHOCK, 

DO NOT OPEN

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to 

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated 

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s 

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to 

constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an 

equilateral triangle is intended to 

alert the user to the presence of 

important operating and maintenance 

(servicing) instructions in the literature 

accompanying the appliance.

Warning: To reduce the risk 

of electrical shock, do not 

remove cover (or back) – no 

serviceable parts inside. 

Refer servicing to qualified 

service personnel.

•  The base of the TV must measure less than:
  System 

  V220 

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  V320 

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  V420 

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•  The TV must be anchored to the rear wall using 

anchor bolts and supporting cables according 
to the recommended guidelines provided by the 
TV manufacturer. Household accidents and other 
unforeseen disturbances are likely to occur. ZVOX 
Audio provides no guarantee that any object placed on 
top of a ZVOX Audio product is safe and stable. It is the 
sole responsibility of the ZVOX owner to check that any 
object placed on the ZVOX system is stable at the time 
of installation and at frequent intervals afterward.

•  Install the V-Series system on a solid and flat surface. 

Be sure to to prevent the V-Series system from 
changing position after installation.

FPO