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.
Issue: Cause and solution:
No sound • Check that the AC power adapter is fully inserted into the wall outlet and the power
cord from the AC adapter is firmly connected to the speaker’s power input jack.
or
• If you’re using batteries for the speaker, check that they are fresh and inserted with
correct polarity (+, –). Make sure the batteries are fresh and replace if necessary.
• Confirm that the speaker is turned on.
• 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 Bluetooth 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.
Cannot pair
the speaker
with your
Bluetooth
device
• Make sure the Bluetooth capability of your device is turned on and discoverable.
• Move the Bluetooth 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 your device supports audio transfer.
• Turn off all other nearby Bluetooth devices or disbale their Bluetooth functionality.
• Bluetooth Reset: Press and Hold the Pair Button for 12 seconds. (Fast double beep on
reset). This resets the Bluetooth module in the speaker.
Trademark(s) ® Registered www.Acoustic-Research.com MADE IN CHINA AWSBTSK US IB 00
12 Month Limited Warranty
Specifi cations
Speaker
• Bluetooth® wireless technology: Bluetooth v2.1 + A2DP profile
• 2-way acoustic design: 3” driver, 1.5” tweeter
• Audio output power: 5W (Maximum)
• Audio line-in
• Distortion : 0.5%
• S/N Ratio : 65dB (typical)
• Operation distance : Up to 10 meters (open area)
• Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
• Operates using supplied AC adapter or six (6) AA batteries (not included)
*Maximum range; results may vary according to environment.
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 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, nor does it apply to
any product accessories, such as skins, offered by third parties.
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
PURCHASE 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.
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Ontario L5T 3A5
Setting Up Bluetooth Wireless
Turning the Speaker Off
Customizing Your Speaker With SkinIt
1. Press and hold the Power button on the top 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.
Note: When you turn off the speaker in Bluetooth mode, you will hear 4 beeps to indicate
Bluetooth mode is turned off.
This portable wireless speaker comes with an offer card from SkinIt good for a free
speaker skin of your choice on Skinit.com See the offer card included in this package for
more information.
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 top 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 AWSBTSK
from the list of Bluetooth connections available in your device’s Bluetooth menu to
connect to it or Fast Re-connect with press and release of the Pair button.
FCC Statement
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 provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. 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 equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the 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 a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority
to operate it.
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.
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.
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.
Connecting to an Audio Source
Connecting to an MP3 player, CD player, or computer
1. Open the storage compartment on the back panel to show the
attached 3.5mm cable.
2. Connect the cable to the headphone output on your MP3 player
or CD player (or the audio output jack on your computer) and
start playback.
3. Make sure the speaker is on. Then press the button on the top
of the speaker. The light on the front of the speaker will change
to solid green. You should hear sound coming from the speaker
now. To switch back to the speaker’s Bluetooth connection,
press the button again.
Note: You may fit your connected device, such as iPhone or
iPod touch, inside the closed compartment while the speaker is
playing.
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.
Using the Auxiliary Input
