Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified Surround Sound Speaker System USER GUIDE
- October 27, 2023
- Logitech
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Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified Surround
Sound Speaker System**
- DIMENSIONS : 26.85 x 20.47 x 16.18 inches
- WEIGHT : 54.5 pounds
- SUBWOOFER SIZE: 10-inches
- SPEAKER NOMINAL OUTPUT POWER: 505 Watts
Everything that made Logitech’s speaker systems unique has been improved upon. How did they approach doing this? The solution is straightforward: by upgrading every component, from the subwoofer to the satellites, and forging ahead with cutting-edge technology like real-time digital sound equalization. The Logitech Z-5500 Digital speaker system is the end result of their labor of love. This 505-watt, 5.1 surround sound speaker system is THX-certified and provides everything you could possibly desire from your audio, as well as a few extras you didn’t realize you wanted. Once you plug in your computer, DVD player, music player, or gaming console, you’ll start to perceive sound quite differently!
CONNECTING YOUR SPEAKERS
Channel Direct Connection
To enable a PC to play 5.1 sound, there are several places where a “5.1” setting may need to be set:
- In the Control Panel under “Sound”.
- In the software that was installed with your sound card*.
- In the game software, software DVD player, or other media player*.
(*) For more details, see the manuals that came with your PC, soundcard, or other software.
6 Channel Direct Connection
To enable a PC to play 5.1 sound, there are several places where a “5.1” setting may need to be set:
- In the Control Panel under “Sound”.
- In the software that was installed with your sound card*.
- In the game software, software DVD player, or other media player*.
Stereo 1-3 Mode
Connect up to 3 audio sources. Y-Adapters (sold separately) may be necessary.
Auxiliary Input
Use this 3.5mm input for your portable music player, or other device with a 3.5mm jack.
Digital Optical Connection
To enable a game console or DVD player to play 5.1 sound, there are several places where a “5.1” or “digital” setting may need to be set:
- Enable digital output on your PlayStation ®2, Xbox™*, or DVD player (this is usually done without a disc in the device).
- Enable “Dolby® Digital 5.1″or “DTS” in the menu for the game or movie.
For more details, see the manuals that came with your console or DVD player.
Note: For the Xbox™, you must use either the Xbox™ Advanced AV Pack or the Xbox™ High-Definition AV Pack (sold separately) to get an optical connection.
Digital Coax Connection
To enable a DVD player to play 5.1 sound, there are several places where a “5.1” or “digital” setting may need to be set:
- Enable digital output on your DVD player*.
- Enable Dolby® Digital 5.1 or DTS in the menu for the movie.
Using Your Speakers
- LCD Screen
- Effect
- Input
- Settings
- Level
- Mute
- Volume
- Standby / Power
- When your speakers and input(s) are connected, power up your speakers by turning on the main standby switch on the back of the subwoofer, then pushing the Standby/Ready button on the Soundtouch™ Digital Control Center.
- If the LCD is ON and the LED on the Control Pod is blue, your system has power.
- Use the “Input” button on the Soundtouch™ Digital Control Center to toggle through the inputs and select the one you want to play from.
- Make sure your selected input device is ON and ready to play.
- Use the main knob or the remote control to adjust main, subwoofer, center, and surround volume levels.
- For further instructions, refer to the user’s manual, or visit logitech.com.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does this system have RCA jacks and HDMI ports?
No, neither RCS jacks nor HDMI ports are present. There is a third PC connection in addition to a coax and optical input (3 wires). I used my Tivo and BlueRay (optical) to run this (with an optical to coax adapter). The Tivo and BlueRay player each had a single HDMI input on the TV.
Can these speakers be connected to a turntable pre-amp?
The control unit for all speakers supports connectivity via optical, coax, and PC. All speakers are connected to the speaker amp, which is located in the subwoofer. Your pre-amp should function if it has optical, coax, or PC.
My motherboard has 5.1 channel output in the form of 3.5mm jacks that come in several colors, including pink, green, black, and orange. Would this work together?
Yes, the controller will accept those inputs, but utilizing the digital output of your card to the digital input of the Logitech controller would be much preferable.
How can I install the speakers on the wall?
Each speaker features 2 tiny holes on the base that make it simple to connect it to the wall using a screw, nail, or other method of your choice.
What is THX Logitech?
More dimensions and sound. With 400 Watts Peak/200 Watts RMS power and THX® certification, your desktop sound system adds depth to music, movies, and gaming. The 0.14 in (3.5 mm) and RCA inputs can be used to connect up to three compatible devices.
Why is the THX sound so loud?
The Deep Note “simply feels loud,” according to Academy Award-winning sound designer Gary Rydstrom, because of the range of frequencies it employs.
How do I activate my Logitech surround sound?
To check that all of your virtual surround sound channels are functioning properly, simply click on “Experience surround sound” and listen to a directional audio sample. You can also independently change the loudness of each of these surround channels here to suit your tastes.
How do I get my TV to play through my surround sound?
Your TV needs to have an audio output if you want to connect it to a surround sound system. This is typically an HDMI ARC connection or an optical digital audio output on contemporary TVs. Once you have located the audio output on your TV, you must connect it to a surround sound-capable audio system.
How do I know if surround sound is working?
First, right-click the taskbar speaker icon and choose “Sounds” from the menu that appears. (Alternatively, you can access the Control Panel by clicking Hardware and Sound > Sound.) Select the “Playback” tab in the window that pops up, then pick the surround sound output device you want to test from the list.
How do I connect my surround sound to my TV without HDMI?
You can use any HDMI converter, composite video cable, 5-cable component RCA video cable, or any RCA audio cable that corresponds to the available input option.
Can I connect speakers directly to my TV?
No, only active speakers with an integrated amplifier can be connected directly to a television. For instance, since the majority of soundbars are active, you can use optical or HDMI ARC to connect them directly to a TV.
Do I plug the speaker in to the input or the output?
When a computer (laptop, smartphone, etc.) is linked to speakers, the computer outputs data for the speakers to hear. As a result, output devices such as speakers, monitors, and loudspeakers are by nature.
Is a surround sound system worth it?
A surround-sound system is probably what you want if you enjoy home theatre. A soundbar, regardless of price, cannot compare to the audio experience provided by a 2.1, 5.1, or an Atmos 5.1. 4-channel setup. Larger and more captivating sound is a benefit that is crucial in spaces of a large size.