important playback level warning!
creative inspire 5.1 digital 5700 is intended for individual or small group listening and can achieve surprisingly high output levels. however, playing heavy-bass program material continuously at overly loud, distorted levels may permanently damage the system’s internal fuse. the fuse can be replaced only by a qualified representative. to avoid this inconvenience and a possible non-warranty repair charge, reduce the playback volume when the system shows obvious signs of stress, for example, when it sounds raspy, fuzzy, and/or muddy.
set the decoder amplifier to standby mode before unplugging or turning off the power supply.