Owner/User Manual - Acoustic Research
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1. buttons on the back of the speaker or on your device using its volume controls Note f you notice the sound from the speaker is distorted turn down your device s volume Streaming Audio With Bluetooth Once you ve paired and connected your device with the speaker you can control music playback from the palm of your hand Select your music stop it change songs and playlists all right from your device s screen To adjust volume Press the Vol buttons on the back of the speaker To disconnect from the speaker Either turn Bluetooth off on your device or choose Disconnect from the list of options in your device s Bluetooth settings To reconnect with the speaker Just turn the speaker on and wait a few seconds for the speaker to find and connect to your device If the speaker still hasn t found your device which may happen if for instance another device has been connected after yours make sure the speaker isn t connected to another device currently Then select the AWS5B3 from the list of Bluetooth connections available in your device s Bluetooth menu to connect to it USING QOOMHZ WIRELESS Powering the Transmitter Connect the small round plug from the transmitter AC power adapter to the transmitter s DC IN jack Plug the other end of the transmitter AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet Note Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapter rated 12V DC 200 mA Transmitter back panel 122. Acoustic Research PORTABLE WIRELESS SPEAKER MODEL AWS5B3 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL RTANT INFORMATION CAUTION Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel DO NOT OPEN Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 9 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 10 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 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 NOORWNS g Care and Maintenance Always use a soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter Never use any product contain
3. AUDIO sound in mono as a stand alone speaker or plays IN the left or right track in a stereo pair with an additional AWS5B3 when streaming audio with the 9OOMHz wireless transmitter DC IN receives the small round end of the included 9V 1200mA AC power adapter remove the protective cover to insert the adapter AUDIO IN connects directly to your MP3 player smartphone or other portable audio device using the 3 5mm audio in cable provided Battery Compartment Cover not shown remove to install 6 AA batteries TOUR OF THE SPEAKER 900MHz Wireless Transmitter SIGNAL indicator lights green when the audio is present and the transmitter is broadcasting Top panel POWER indicator lights when the transmitter is on CHANNEL 1 2 3 lets you find the best transmission frequency for your environment DC IN jack receives the small round end of the y included 12V 200mA AC power adapter mo eco o m me J AUDIO IN R L connects to your sound source So ua using one of the connection options shown here Back panel Included Accessories Transmitter AC DC 12V 200mA adapter Speaker AC DC 9V 3 5mm to RCA cable 1200mA adapter 3 5mm audio in cable Note These power units should be plugged in so that they stay vertical or lie flat POWERING THE SPEAKER There are two options to power your wireless speaker using the included AC power adapter
4. Bl per technology generally can operate within a range of 35 feet However results may e vary based on other factors such as room layout wall material weather conditions etc Make sure your device supports audio transfer A2DP Turn off all other nearby Bluetooth devices or disbale their Bluetooth functionality SPECIFICATIONS Transmitter Speaker Omni directional 900MHz broadcast Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth v24 Effective transmitting range up to 150 ft A2DP profile 45m Push button auto lock tuning Phase locked loop circuitry PLL 2 way acoustic design 2 tweeter 3 5 woofer 5 Watt RMS internal amplifier Frequency response 40Hz 15kHz Left Mono Right switch Operates using supplied AC adapter or six 6 AA batteries not included Automatic level control ALC 3 selectable broadcast frequencies Stereo audio input Maximum range results may vary according to environment FCC Statement 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 This 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 this equipment generates uses and can radiate rad
5. or using 6 AA batteries not included AC Power Adapters 1 Insert the small round plug from the speaker AC power adapter into the DC IN jack on the bottom of the speaker Bottom of the speaker AC power 120V AC adapter wall outlet 2 Plug the other end of the speaker AC power adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet Note Be sure to use the speaker AC power adapter rated 9V DC 1200 mA Warning This product is water resistant not waterproof Avoid prolonged exposure to wet environments such as rain mist dew etc In other words you can take it out just don t leave it out To avoid electrical shock use this product with caution near water sources if powered with the AC adapter Never submerge in water AA Batteries 1 Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker 2 Insert six 6 AA batteries not included into the speaker following the polarity and as diagrammed inside the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the speaker Note Place the rubber cap in the speaker power input jack when using batteries DO NOT mix batteries with different chemistry types for example a zinc battery with an alkaline battery DO NOT mix new and used batteries DO NOT leave batteries installed in the product when not in use for long periods Always remove old weak or worn out batteries promptly and recycle
6. is on and that there s something playing on your audio source Turn your audio source up to at least 3 4 full volume 2 If the speaker isn t already on press and hold the On Off RF BT button for four seconds to turn it on 3 If the indicator light on the front of the speaker is blue flashing or solid press the On Off RF BT button once to switch to 9OOMHz wireless mode The indicator light starts flashing green which means the speaker is trying to link with the 9OOMHz wireless transmitter The indicator light turns solid green when the speaker is tuned to the 90OMHz wireless transmitter you should hear sound coming from the speaker now Note If the speaker is not linked to the 900MHz transmitter or if the transmitter isn t connected properly the indicator light will continue to blink If this occurs please see the Troubleshooting section of this manual 4 Adjust the volume on the speaker as desired To switch back to Bluetooth wireless mode press the On Off RF BT button The speaker s indicator light turns blue Notes If you re using a single speaker with this transmitter keep the L M R switch on the bottom of the speaker in the M position for mono If you re using more than one speaker with this transmitter set the speakers to the L left or R right positions according to their orientation to the listener The speaker automatically retunes if it loses the transmitter s signal You can also press the
7. or dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations USING BLUETOOTH WIRELESS Pairing Any Bluetooth enabled device with A2DP SOURCE that you wish to stream audio to your speaker system must first be paired to the speaker The process is simple and in most cases the pairing process needs to be done only once To pair your Bluetooth enabled device with the speaker 1 Make sure your device s Bluetooth is turned on See the wireless and or network settings menu on your device to check 2 If the speaker isn t already on press and hold the On Off RF BT button for four seconds to turn it on You will hear a beep and the indicator light on the front of the speaker will start flashing blue 3 Press and hold the Scan RF Pair BT button for four seconds to enter pairing mode You will hear a beep and the indicator on the front of the speaker will start blinking faster 4 Open the Bluetooth settings menu on your device Select AR SPEAKER from the list of devices available you might have to scan for devices If your device asks for a password enter 0000 5 A confirmation screen will appear on your device once the speaker and the device are successfully paired The blue indicator turns solid blue to indicate successful connection The speaker is now ready for you to stream audio from your device 6 Start playing something on the device You can control the speaker volume on the speaker itself using the Vol
8. 0V AC wall outlet AC Power Adapter p J Note There is no transmitter ON OFF switch The transmitter is designed to be left plugged in and powered at all times If you will not be using the AWS5B3 for an extended period of time unplug the transmitter AC power adapter USING QOOMHZ WIRELESS Connecting to an Audio Source Connecting to an A V Receiver n 1 Plug the stereo plugs on the provided Y adapter audio eaae cable into the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the transmitter make sure to match the colors on the plugs and jacks A N Receiver os TE Y adapter 3 Mini jack to RCA audio TAVANE tnotincluded 2 Plug the mini plug end of the provided Y adapter into a mini jack to RCA adapter not included 3 Connect the stereo plugs on the mini jack to RCA adapter to the corresponding left and right audio outputs of your A V receiver amp or other audio source Connecting to a Portable Audio Device 1 Plug the stereo plugs on the provided Y adapter audio cable into the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the Y adapter nN l audio cable h transmitter 2 Plug the mini plug end of the provided Y adapter into Me 4 i the headphone output of your MP3 player or other portable audio device Transmitter Audio back panel source Streaming Audio with 90OMHz Wireless Transmitter 1 Make sure the 9OOMHz transmitter
9. R 210 des r glements d Industrie Canada Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes 1 Cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 Cet appareil doit accepter toutes les interf rences y compris celles pouvant entra ner son dysfonctionnement Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Avis d Industrie Canada sur l exposition aux Rayonnements Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d exposition aux rayonnements d Industrie Canada pour un environnement non contr l RF Exposure Warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna s used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter End users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Audiovox Accessories Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY Audiovox Accessories Corporation the Company warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof under normal use
10. SE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product Some states provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state province to state province U S A Audiovox Return Center 150 Marcus Blvd Hauppauge New York 11788 CANADA Audiovox Return Center c o Genco 6685 Kennedy Road Unit 3 Door 16 Mississauga Ontario L5T 3A5 Trademark s Registered www Acoustic Research com MADE IN CHINA AWSS5B3 US IB 00
11. Scan RF Pair BT button on the back of the speaker to retune the speaker at any time The transmitter turns off automatically if there is no audio signal present for a prolonged period Interference in the form of static and or distortion can sometimes be heard If this occurs confirm the transmitter speaker adjustments and indicators If the problem persists refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual USING THE AUXILIARY AUDIO INPUT Making a Direct Connection 1 Connect one end of the provided 3 5mm audio in cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the bottom of the speaker 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the headphone output on your MP3 player or other portable audio device LU UI 3 If the speaker isn t already on press and hold the J T On Off RF BT button to turn it on Note The indicator light on the front of the B speaker does not change to show that you re 1 using the direct connect audio input It stays i the color of the wireless mode it s in Bluetooth 1 or 900MH2 even while you use the direct connection i 4 To switch back to the speaker s wireless J connection disconnect the 3 5mm cable from the d aa AUDIO IN jack on the bottom of the speaker Warning This product is designed to work with line level outputs or headphone outputs only DO NOT connect it directly to speaker outputs as it will permanently damage the speaker Note The 3 5mm
12. and conditions be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase such defect s will be repaired or replaced at the Company s option without charge for parts and repair labor To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty the product along with any accessories included in the original packaging is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage e g dated bill of sale specification of defect s transportation prepaid to the Company at the address shown below Do not return this product to the Retailer This Warranty is not transferable and does not cover product purchased serviced or used outside the United States or Canada The warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise to costs incurred for the installation removal or reinstallation of the product The warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the company has suffered or been damaged through alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect accident or exposure to moisture This warranty does not apply to damage caused by an AC adapter not provided with the product or by leaving non rechargeable batteries in the product while plugged into an AC outlet THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHA
13. any questions please call toll free 1 800 732 6866 or visit www acoustic research com TOUR F THE SPEAKER Speaker Front panel Power and Pairing indicator shows the status of the speaker Blue slow blinking The speaker is on but not paired or connected like when you turn the speaker on for the first time Blue fast blinking The speaker is in Bluetooth pairing mode See the Using Bluetooth Wireless section for more information Solid blue The speaker is paired with a Bluetooth enabled device and ready to play audio Green slow blinking The speaker is on and in N 900MHz mode but not linked with the wireless transmitter Solid green The speaker is linked with the E EA 900MHz wireless transmitter and ready to play Bass Boost e Volume audio O Rear panel N e ps RP BT Pair 5T a Pea Bass Boost button turns the speaker s bass enhancement on and off s On Off RF BT turns the speaker on and off press and hold for four seconds It also toggles between Bluetooth wireless and 900MHz wireless reception press Scan RF Pair BT scans for the 900MHz transmitter s signal in 9OOMHz mode press In Bluetooth wireless mode press and hold this button for four seconds to begin pairing with your device Volume buttons adjust the speaker s volume level Bottom Panel L M R switch determines if the speaker plays
14. audio direct connection suspends any Bluetooth or 9OOMHz wireless streaming audio you re listening to The speaker plays only the direct connect audio when you have something connected to the AUDIO IN jack on the speaker TURNING THE SPEAKER OFF 1 Press and hold the On Off RF BT button on the back of the speaker to turn the speaker off 2 Confirm that the speaker is off by verifying that the indicator light on the speaker s front panel is no longer illuminated TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting guide takes you through some of the more common problems associated with the installation and or operation of a wireless system If the problem persists please call toll free at 1 800 732 6866 or visit www acoustic research com Cause and solution Check that the transmitter AC power adapter is fully inserted into the wall outlet and the power cord from the AC adapter is firmly connected to the transmitter power input jack Issue No 900MHz wireless sound If you re using the speaker power adapter confirm that it s fully inserted into a wall outlet and the adapter power cord is firmly connected to the power input jack on the speaker If you re using batteries for the speaker check that they are fresh and inserted with correct polarity Confirm that the speaker is in 90OMHz wireless mode the indicator light on the front of the speaker should be either flashing or solid green If the indicator light i
15. h device and the speaker closer together The Bluetooth wireless technology generally can operate within a range of 35 feet However results may vary based on other factors such as room layout wall material weather conditions etc Make sure you have switched to the speaker s Bluetooth connection when streaming audio with Bluetooth Make sure you entered the correct passkey when pairing your device Make sure you have disconnected the 3 5 mm audio in cable from the AUDIO IN jack Sound is When using battery power make sure the batteries are fresh and replace if distorted or necessary has static Check that the speaker s indicator light is solid green not blinking when an audio source is connected to the transmitter Change the position of the channel select switch 1 2 or 3 to change the operating frequency Then press the Scan RF Pair BT button on the speaker s back panel to make the speaker retune Change the location of the transmitter Place it as high and away from obstructions as possible Avoid placing the transmitter directly of or behind a TV Move the transmitter and speaker closer together Sending the signal through certain materials such as glass tile and metal can decrease the effective transmitting distance of the system Cannot pair Make sure the Bluetooth capability of your device is turned on and discoverable a Move the Bluetooth device and the speaker closer together The Bluetooth wireless
16. ing alcohol or other solvents as they may damage the surface Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock If the speaker are used outside on a deck or patio make sure you take them indoors in the event of a rainstorm to prevent possible damage Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures below 32 F 0 C and above 122 F 50 C Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them These numbers are located on the product Model No Purchase Date Dealer Address Phone INTRODUCTIO The AWS5B3 portable wireless speaker is the ultimate in portable sound that goes wherever you go Bluetooth wireless lets you stream and control your music from any Bluetooth enabled wireless product great for anywhere you are The 900MHz wireless transmitter gives you 150ft of room to roam from your audio source great for outdoor entertaining at home And the speaker s 3 5mm jack offers a convenient direct connection option to use everywhere in between just connect your MP3 player and enjoy This manual shows you how to set up all three connection options Bluetooth wireless 900MHz wireless and the direct connect jack beginning with a tour of the speaker and included accessories If after having reviewed the instructions you have
17. io 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 harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the radio or television off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct 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 another circuit Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Industry Canada Regulatory Information This device complies with RSS 210 of the Industry Canada Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 IC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment Avis d Industrie Canada Cet appareil est conforme la norme CN
18. s blue press the ON OFF RF BT button on the back of the speaker to switch to 900MHz mode Confirm that the speaker is turned on and tuned to the transmitter the indicator light on the front of the speaker should be solid green not blinking Check that the audio source component stereo MP3 player etc is turned on and transmitting sound as it normally should Make sure the volume on your audio source is turned up Check that the speaker volume is turned up Make sure you have disconnected the 3 5 mm audio in cable from the AUDIO IN jack TROUBLESHOOTING Issue Cause and solution No Bluetooth If you re using the speaker power adapter confirm that it s fully inserted into a wall wireless sound outlet and the adapter power cord is firmly connected to the power input jack on the speaker If you re using batteries for the speaker check that they are fresh and inserted with correct polarity Confirm that the speaker is in Bluetooth wireless mode the indicator light on the front of the speaker should be either flashing or solid blue If the indicator light is blue press the ON OFF RF BT button on the back of the speaker to switch to Bluetooth mode Check that the audio source component stereo MP3 player etc is turned on and transmitting sound as it normally should Make sure the volume on your audio source is turned up Check that the speaker volume is turned up Move the Bluetoot
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