Twelve-month guarantee and contacts The Taikofon is manufactured with particularly high regard to precision and continuous quality control. The product has a twelve-month guarantee from the date of purchase. Store your receipt of purchase carefully. The guarantee only covers defects in materials and manufacture and is void if the product is misused or is used against regulations. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights, in par-
ticular concerning those related to guarantee and claims. In possible claims matters, please contact us by calling the customer service number below or by emailing us. We will attend to the matter as quickly as possible. Any repairs which have been carried out under this guaran-
tee or based on statutory or discretionary rights shall not extend this guarantee. This also applies to changed parts. Once the guarantee period has terminated, any repairs will be charged for. Flexound Systems Oy Email: info@flexound.com Telephone: Tel: +358 10 5671 770 www.taikofon.fi www.facebook.com/taikofon LED INDICATOR STATUS NOTE Power LED blinking slowly Power on, Bluetooth connected Normal use Blue and white LED blinking Bluetooth seeking host device Blue and orange LED blinking Low battery Orange Charge LED on Charging White Connection LED on AUX cable connected Taikofon needs to be connected with either Bluetooth or an AUX cable. You can continue to use Taikofon but it needs to be charged soon USB: Charging connector (micro USB) You can use Taikofon while char-
ging, however, this will lengthen the charging time. For faster charging, turn Taikofon off. Bluetooth is OFF and audio is received through the AUX input. TAIKOFON FEELSOUND PLAYER Model TT200 AND TIPS ON GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TAIKOFON INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Congratulations! You have acquired a high-quality product. Familiarise yourself with the product and read these instructions carefully before you start using it. Only use the product in the described manner and for the purpose it was designed for. Keep these instructions for reference. If you give this product to someone else, please also attach these instructions to the product. What is Taikofon?
The Taikofon is a FeelSound player that, thanks to its patented technology, enables you to both hear and feel sound in a new and amazing way. The Taikofon is easy to use and safe: you can hug it, you can lie on top of it, or even dance with it the Taikofon is built to be a part of your life. The Taikofon creates a high-quality, personal and extensive multisensory audio experience: the sensation of feeling the sound enhances its perception. With the Taikofon you are still able to hear what is going on around you and you are present for others without dis-
turbing them you still have your own island of sound without needing to block others out with headphones. Taikofon connects wirelessly via Bluetooth to an audio source, for example, a tablet, smart phone or MP3 player. You can also use a separate 3.5 mm cable to connect the headphone jack of the sound source to the Taikofons AUX jack. By getting a headphone cable of suitable length, you can connect the Taikofon even to your TV. You can freely choose what audio content to use with the Taikofon: you can listen to internet radio or music you have downloaded, choose a channel from say, Spotify, use it to enjoy the audio from internet TV or YouTube, make playing more fun, immerse yourself in the world of audiobooks, meditate, dance or anything else that you can think of. The multisensory experience of the sound can relax or invigorate you, help you concentrate, delight and bring you pleasure. Now all you need to do is try it out and feel the magical sound of the Taikofon!
How to use the Taikofon THE TAIKOFON IS USED WITH AN AUDIO SOURCE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 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 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 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 ID: 2AKWBTAIKOFONTT200 I1711241KEA R0.1 Flexound Systems Oy To use the Taikofon, you need an audio source such as a smartphone, tablet, MP3 player or other kind of audio equipment. The Taikofons volume is always adjusted from the audio source itself. Adjust the volume to a suitable level. You can choose whatever audio content that you like for the Taikofon it simply depends on the audio content of your equipment or the music, game, audiobook or other content services you have at your disposal. Usually, the sound source is connected wirelessly to the Taikofon. For this, the sound source has to have the Blue-
tooth audio feature (see connecting the Taikofon to an audio source). You can also use a separate 3.5 mm cable to connect the headphone jack of the sound source to the Taikofons AUX jack. SWITCHING THE TAIKOFON ON/OFF AND CHARGING IT The Taikofons on/off switch can be found under the flap in the fabric covering by unfastening the zip. Switch the Taikofon on by pressing the on/off switch for about a second. After this, you will see the LED light and hear the sound signal. From the LED light next to the switch you can see if the Taikofon is on or not; when you see the light the Taikofon is on. Remember to switch off the Taikofon after use by pressing the on/off switch for about a second. When you hear the sound signal and the LED goes out, the power is off. Please note, the Taikofon will only start working if its battery is charged, or if the Taikofon is charging. To make it easier to start using, the battery in your Taikofon has already been pre-charged during manufacture. In active use, the battery lasts approximately 48 hours. If the battery is low, the Taikofon gives the following warning: the orange charging light flashes and there is a sound signal every five minutes. The Taikofon can still be used for some time, but will need to be charged soon. The Taikofon is charged by connecting the charger to the mains socket. If you unzip the cover, you can find the charger cable and the charger under the Taikofons flap. Connect the narrow end of the connecting cable to the Taikofon charging connector and the thick end to the charger (or external USB connector). Connect the charger to the mains. You can store the cable and charger in the pocket inside the Taikofon after charging. An orange LED light is on during charging. You can also use the Taikofon when the charger is connected to the mains. The Taikofons battery can be fully recharged in approximately three hours. You can also charge your Taikofon using a USB connector by taking the charger plug off the charger cable and con-
necting the Taikofon to a computers USB port, a charging battery or other charger equipped with a USB port. CONNECTING THE TAIKOFON TO AN AUDIO SOURCE WIRELESSLY (BLUETOOTH CONNECTION) A new audio source:
When you connect the Taikofons to an audio source with Bluetooth-enabled audio source (e.g. smartphone, iPad, computer) for the first time:
Check that the Bluetooth connection of your audio source (the master device) is on. If necessary, check the instruc-
tions for the audio source itself. Switch the Taikofon off and then on again by pressing the on/off switch continuously (three seconds). The Taikofon will then start searching for the master device and will appear in the master devices settings as Flexound Xperi-
ence. If necessary, click the master devices search button to see all available devices with a Bluetooth connection. Select the Taikofon, i.e. Flexound Xperience. The blue and white LED lights will flash during the search. When the master device has formed a connection with the Taikofon, the LED light will change to a blue intermittent flashing and the master device will notify that it has been paired with the Taikofon (Flexound Xperience). The Taikofon is now connected to the master device and is ready for use. You can now listen to the content you have selected on your audio device, for example, music from your smartphone or computer, an audiobook or other content. roughly. By following these instructions, you can enjoy the magical sound of the Taikofon safely for a long time. SAFE USE:
Ensure that the user of the Taikofon does not harm him/herself or damage the Taikofon intentionally when using it. Use the on/off switch to turn off the Taikofon when not in use. Detach the charger from the mains socket when the battery is fully charged. To avoid short circuiting the device, do not use the Taikofon in damp or cold conditions. Do not immerse the Taikofon in water or expose it to fluid leakage. The Taikofon can be hugged, you can lie on it and a light person (<50 kg) can also sit on it if the Taikofon is lying flat underneath them. The Taikofon can be used, for example, as a back support or a pillow. However, the Taikofon cannot withstand being stood or jumped on, hard pressure when the Taikofon is in a vertical position, strikes or slashes with hard or sharp instruments, or any other intentional or unintentional rough handling. Do not pull the Taikofon to the side to avoid it buckling in the connector. If the cable becomes detached, carefully reconnect it to the charging connector. Do not use the Taikofon without its cover. Do not open or dismantle the inner bag of the Taikofon, as it contains precision-built mechanical parts. Please note that the cover is an important part of the Taikofons structure and detachable covers may significantly affect sound quality and FeelSound. Store the Taikofon in a clean and dry place at room temperature. Dispose of the package and the product in an environmentally friendly way. Dispose of the product through your localitys waste disposal services. Please follow the relevant regulations in force. CLEANING:
The cover of the Taikofon is made from easy-to-clean fabric. Immediately wipe off any stains with a clean damp cloth. If necessary, the cover can be taken off and washed following the directions given. Remove the Taikofons cover for washing by opening the zipper. Then, carefully take the cover off the device. You can order one or more extra covers so you can have a clean and hygienic Taikofon at your disposal. WARNINGS Do not let children use this product unsupervised. Show them how to use the product correctly and supervise them. The Taikofon is an electrical device with a voltage of 230 V. To use this product safely, these instructions have to be followed carefully. An old connection that has been used before with the Taikofon:
Troubleshooting If the master device (smartphone, iPad etc.) you are using as the audio source is the one that was used the previous time the Taikofon was used, the Taikofon only needs to be switched on. Check still that the Bluetooth connection on your audio source is on so that you can start enjoying the magic sound of the Taikofon. Changing the audio source:
If you want to use a different audio source the next time you use the Taikofon, e.g. an iPad instead of your smartphone, follow the instructions given above for connecting a new audio source. Some audio devices, such as tablets, might require that the previously formed Bluetooth pair is cancelled before a new Taikofonaudio source pairing is made. In this case, turn off the Bluetooth connection of the earlier device before making a new pairing. Where necessary, check the instructions for your audio source on how to form and remove Bluetooth connections. If necessary, you can switch on the Taikofon by pressing the on/off switch continuously for three seconds. You will hear the sound signal and the Taikofon will begin to search for a new sound source. If this does not help, you can reset the Taikofons memory containing the master devices. You can then switch the Taikofon on by pressing the on/off switch continuously for eight seconds, after which the taikofon will start searching for a new sound source. How to look after your Taikofon safe use 1. NO SOUND OR SOUND IS FAINT Check that the Taikofon is switched on and the LED light is visible. Check that the Taikofons battery is charged. If the battery is empty (LED light is off), charge the Taikofon: either by connecting the charger to the mains or the charging cable to a device with a USB port. Check that your chosen audio source is connected to the Taikofon via Bluetooth. Check that the volume of the audio source/master device is not too low, or switched on mute. Check that the audio content of the audio source is available and on. 2. THE BLUETOOTH CONNECTION DOES NOT WORK Check that the Taikofon is not paired with another (previous) audio source/master device. If so, follow the above instructions (CONNECTING THE TAIKOFON TO AN AUDIO SOURCE) Check that the audio source/master device is close enough to the Taikofon and that the Taikofon is not, for example, squeezed behind your back in a manner that the Bluetooth signal can be temporarily weakened. If necessary, reset the Taikofons Bluetooth connection memory: Switch the Taikofon off, then swich it back on again by pressing the on/off switch for a long time (over eight seconds). You will hear a sound signal and the Taikofon will start looking for a new pair device. Check the instructions for your audio source regarding Bluetooth connections. Sometimes, the problem is in the master device: it is in the wrong state, where the Bluetooth connection does not work. In such cases, do the follow-
ing: remove the pairing with the Taikofon, restart the device and then pair again. The Taikofon is made from durable and safe materials to be a part of your life. The rule of thumb to follow is to use your Taikofon in the same way you would treat your pet although it is soft, it does not like to be handled too If the problem is still not solved after following these instructions, then please contact your Taikofon retailer or Flexound Systems customer service by email: info@flexound.fi or phoning +358 10 5671 770.