INSTRUCTION MANUAL THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING LITHE AUDIO Innovative design and advanced engineering come as standard in our LBT2 series of wireless Bluetooth ceiling speakers. Designed for easy installation and high quality sound, within minutes each room is setup and ready. This manual details the installation of LBT2 series speakers within conventional stud and sheetrock (Joist and plasterboard) ceilings. IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING Before use please read completely and use in accordance with these safety instructions. Before commencing any electrical work ensure the supply is switched OFF at the mains. Either by switching off the consumer unit or by removing the appropriate fuse. This product should be installed in accordance with the relevant sections of the building regulations code and in accordance with the latest edition of IEE regulations (BS 7671). If the unit is to be used as a replacement for an existing product, remove the existing unit from its location and disconnect the wiring. Connect the wires as shown in the diagram. Ensure terminals
ceiling, ensure no wires are trapped. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS AND KEEP THEM SAFE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Failure to follow the instructions in this guide voids all warranties on your speakers. Warning: Do not use the product in water. Warning: Do not install speaker directly above any heat sources such as radiators, or other apparatus that produce heat.
moisture (directly above bath or shower area) or in Bathroom Zone 0 or Zone 1. Protect the power cable from being damaged, do not over stretch cable.
Turn off the power to the speaker when unused for long periods of time. A Fire and Acoustic speaker hood must be used in accordance with UK building and IEE
Do not open the back cover to the speaker as this protects the PCB, doing so will invalidate the warranty and could cause electric shock. Ensure speaker location is free from obstructions such as electrical conduit, HVAC ducts or Water lines. BLUETOOTH CEILING SPEAKER 1 BOX CONTENTS Please ensure you read the entire instruction manual carefully before you commence any work. Carefully unpack the speakers from the packaging. Please check to ensure all the parts shown below are included. If any parts of the speaker appear damaged, please contact your dealer/reseller immediately or contact info@litheaudio.com for contact details. MODEL LBT2 OR LBT2/IP PAIR MODELS ALSO INCLUDE SPEAKER GRILLE POWER ADAPTOR PASSIVE CEILING SPEAKER LED COVER BLUETOOTH CEILING CUTTING GUIDE 5M SPEAKER CABLE SPEAKER PREPARATION EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED Listed below is the hardware equipment needed to install the speaker, with the addition of a ladder to ensure the installation is done safely. A cutting template is included in the box. PENCIL STUD FINDER SCREWDRIVER CUTTING SAW PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR TAPE MEASURING TAPE DRILL SPEAKER CABLE WIRE CUTTERS 2 KNOW YOUR SPEAKER The Lithe Audio LBT2 range of Bluetooth ceiling wireless speakers have various inputs:
SPEAKER OUTPUT - To connect one additional passive (Slave) speaker (Gold Plated) LITHE-LINKTM - Connect 2 additional LBT speakers (Total 3 masters & 3 passives) RCA INPUTS - To connect directly from TV Output, Amazon echo dot, DVD Player etc.. POWER INPUT - To connect (as supplied) transformer Connection Reset Button Requires a in ceiling depth of 3.8 (97mm) LED indicator Magnets for Cover (8) Enviromental equalizer
(+/- 3db) Power input 24V/2.5A 50% Volume capping
& Bluetooth driver Stereo / bridged Mono selector RCA Input RCA-(Black) RCA+(Red) Lithe Link connections Speaker output R+ (Red) R- (Black)
6.5 (165mm) Kevlar/Polyproplene cone In built over voltage, under voltage, over temperature, and short circuit protection, if there is an electrical fault,
BLUETOOTH CEILING SPEAKER 3 INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: BEFORE COMMENCING ANY ELECTRICAL WORK ENSURE THE SUPPLY IS SWITCHED OFF AT THE MAINS. IF YOU ARE UNSURE HOW TO FIT SEEK HELP FROM A PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICIAN/AV INSTALLER 1. Mark out the position of the speaker using a, tape measure and mark using a pencil with the template supplied. Check using a stud
prior to cutting. 2. Drill a pilot hole and cut the speaker hole using a cutting saw. Take caution when
3. Connect the Power lead from the transformer (supplied) to a 13A mains plug socket or terminate to a dedicated 3A fused spur. Ensure the power lead is not overstretched. 4. Insert speaker into the ceiling then using a
the speaker in place, do not over tighten. Attach the magnetic grille to the speaker front. PAINTING THE SPEAKER GRILLE Do not paint the speaker grilles whilst attached to the speaker. Lithe Audio reccomends spray painting using 5 parts thinning agent to 1 part paint. Spray thinly to ensure speaker cover grille holes are not blocked as this will effect the sound quality of the speakers. INSTALLATIONS IN FIRE-RATED CEILINGS
speaker. Visit www.litheaudio.com for more information and recommended hoods. 4 SETUP AND PAIRING NOTE: ENSURE THE BLUETOOTH WIRELESS SPEAKER IS CONNECTED TO
connected to the speaker and music is playing 1. Open the setting menu and select Bluetooth 2. Turn on Bluetooth and search devices 3. Click Lithe Audio BT and click Pair. 4. The Lithe Audio Bluetooth speaker is now connected to your device ready to play your Music. 5 Image shows Apple iPhone but visuals may change from device to device. Apple and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. CONNECTING DEVICES If other devices (such as laptops, tablets, phones etc) want to play through the Bluetooth speakers please follow the steps below:
1. FIRST CONNECTION: If device A connects and controls to Bluetooth, Device B cannot search or control the Bluetooth speaker. Device A MUST no longer be connected, then Device B can connect and control. 2. SECOND CONNECTION: If Device A is connected and has control, Device B cant connect to Bluetooth until Device A disconnects, enabling Device B to control the Bluetooth speakers. 3. ADDITIONAL DEVICES: If additional Devices want to connect to Bluetooth speakers, a maximum of 2 devices can connect at any one time, only the 1st device to connect controls the speakers. Please ensure devices A or B are disconnected before trying to connect additional devices C, D, E etc... NOTE: If your connection to speaker is lost, the device maybe out of range (>30m). To reconnect simply go to the Bluetooth setting menu on your device and reconnect to Lithe Audio BT speaker. HARD WIRED INPUT- RCA INPUT To connect other devices that may not have a Bluetooth connection (such as TV, CD players, BluRay player etc) to play through the speakers please follow the steps below:
RCA CONNECTION: To play music via speaker RCA connection connect an RCA cable to the speaker and play through your device. Ensure ALL Bluetooth connections are turned off to be able to play through the speaker. The LED will turn green when playing using RCA. ADDITIONAL SPEAKER - OPTIONAL PLEASE NOTE: LBT2 DOES NOT INCLUDE PASSIVE SPEAKER The Lithe Audio Master Bluetooth ceiling speaker is able to connect to and power an addtional passive speaker via the speaker out-
put (+/-). Use wire cutters to strip the ends of the speaker cable (if required). 6 LITHE-LINKTM SETUP For larger or open plan rooms the Lithe-link feature will allow you to connect up to 3 master speakers and their passive/slaves and play audio from all the speakers at once. Depending on which master speaker you connect to and how the speakers are wired will then determine how many speakers will play. To connect the speakers you will need a 3.5mm to 3.5mm Jack cable (Not supplied, as length will vary in all situations) Connect one end to the Line OUT (Pink connector block) and the other to the Line IN (Green connector block) Bluetooth master speakers require power connection Line IN Line OUT 3.5mm to 3.5mm Jack cables connecting the speakers Passive ceiling speakers connected via speaker cable Line OUT Line IN Line OUT Line IN OPTIONAL Full loop connection 7 Bluetooth Master speaker A Passive speaker A Bluetooth Master speaker B Passive speaker B Bluetooth Master speaker C Passive speaker C SETUP WITH FULL LOOP CONNECTION
connected which ever master speaker you connect to, all the masters and their passive speakers will play. This wll ensure in a large room you will always be in range to a speaker to connect to. This setup is ideal for open plan rooms where you always want all speakers to play at once. SETUP WITH OUT FULL LOOP CONNECTION
passives connect after it with the link cable. For Example, if you have a 6 speaker setup and you connect to Speaker A then speakers A, B and C will play. If you connect to Speaker B then only speaker B and C will play. Connect to Speaker C then only Speaker C will play.
want to play the whole area at once. LITHE-LINK SPEAKER SETUP OPTIONS 3 SPEAKER SETUP 4 SPEAKER SETUP You will need 2 master speakers and 1 passive speaker. You will need 2 master speakers and 2 passive speakers. 5 SPEAKER SETUP 6 SPEAKER SETUP You will need 3 master speakers and 2 passive speaker. You will need 3 master speakers and 3 passive speakers. 8 STEREO / MONO SELECTOR If using a secondary passive speaker you can select if the muisc is played in Stereo (left and right channels) or in Bridged Mono (single channel). Use the switch on the back of the speaker to select Stereo or Mono output. VOLUME CAPPING SWITCH If installing in a hotel room or commercial space you may wish to cap the volume at 50%. Using the Volume capping switch on the back of the speaker you can select either 100% or 50% max volume output. LED INDICATOR COVER To mask the LED indicator, use the LED cover sticker included CONNECTION RESET BUTTON Press and hold the Reset Button for 10 seconds to clear the connection memory. All paired devices will be deleted. SPECIFICATIONS Sound Quality THD+N<0.009%, 55Hz-20kHz RMS Power: 50W RMS Impedance: 8 Ohms Sensitivity (1W/1m): 90dB Audio Sample Rate: 8Khz Line In Analog (RCA), auto-detecting Type: Class D (Digital) Woofer: 6.5 Kevlar Woven /
Polypropylene Cone Tweeter: 0.75 Titanium Cone Bluetooth System: Bluetooth Frequency Range: 2402-2480MHz
(ISM Band) RF Channels: 79 (USA, Japan & EU) Wireless Range: Up to 30 metres ID Device Name: Lithe Audio BT Power Input Supply : 100 - 240V ~ / 2A Transformer Output Supply : DC24V / 2.5A Dimensions (W x D) 230 x 97mm (6.5 x 3.8 in) Weight 1.75kg (3.85 lbs) Operating Temperature 0 to 40 C IP rating: IP44 (Model: LBT2/IP
(32 to 104 F) Storage Temperature -20 to 70 C
(4 to 158 F) Standby power: 1.3W / 0.02A Connected power: 1.5W / 0.03A Playing Music: 2.8W - 10.5W / 0.03A - 0.09A**
** Power Consumption depends on the type of music & volume -
Increased Bass & volume requires more power loading on the
BLUETOOTH CEILING SPEAKER 9 TROUBLESHOOTING If a problem arises, please try the troubleshooting frequently asked guide below. If the problem is not listed please contact Lithe Audio Customer Service Support on info@litheaudio.com or Call +44 (0) 1293 922 015 Q: Speaker has not been found during setup A: Please check power cord is correctly connected in to speaker and transformer, Check the
Before commencing any electrical work ensure the supply is switched OFF at the mains. Q: Speaker has failed to connect to Bluetooth A: Please retry setup and pairing process, follow setup steps 1 - 4 to connect device. Please ensure speaker password is entered correctly. Ensure the device is within 30m range. If this does not work, power down the speaker, wait 20 seconds, then power up again and try again. Q: Device is connected to Bluetooth speaker but no sound A: Ensure your device volume is NOT muted, increase the volume or try another audio source Q: Can the speaker be installed into the bathroom ceiling. A: The IP rated models LBT2/IP or LAS65/IP can be installed in zone 2 or 3 of a bathroom. Ensure you read the saftey precautions on page 1 before installation. Warning: Do not use the product in water or directly above the bath or shower area. For further queries and support questions please visit www.litheaudio.com/support REGULATION INFORMATION EUROPE LitheAudio declares that this product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage directive 2006/95/EC, Eco-Design Directive 2005/32/
EC, RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC when installed and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. A copy of the full Declaration of Conformance may be obtained at www.litheaudio.com/support/policies. Lithe Audio Speakers have a standby mode or remove the power cord from the AC mains. RECYCLING INFORMATION This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead please deliver it to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By recycling this product correctly, you will help conserve natural resources and prevent potential negative environmental consequences. For more detailed
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product(s) from. 10 2 YEAR LIMITED GUARANTEE This Ceiling Speaker is of excellent quality and construction. However, if any defects in materials or workmanship do appear during the guarantee period, we will, at our discretion, either repair or
shown below. This Guarantee covers both parts and labour. Carriage is not included.
This Guarantee does not cover the cost of returning the product to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to ourselves. This Guarantee applies only to products sold and located in mainland Great Britain. It does not cover liability in respect of or replacement of plugs, cables or fuses and also does not cover defects due to:
Failure to use or maintain product in accordance with Lithe Audio instructions. The product being connected to an unsuitable electricity supply. Accidental damage to or abuse or misuse of the product.
Dismantling of or interference with the product. Before returning any product under this Guarantee, please check that:
You have followed the product instructions correctly. Your mains electricity supply is functional. The defect is not due to a blown fuse. If you wish to claim under this guarantee you should:
Send the product, postage or carriage paid, to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to Lithe Audio direct. Ensure that the product is clean and packed carefully (preferably in its original carton). Enclose details of your name, address and telephone number and when and where the product was purchased, together with proof of purchase (e.g. a invoice or till receipt). Give exact details of the nature of the defect. This Guarantee does not cover any other claims whatsoever, including, without limitation, any liability for incidental, indirect or consequential damage, nor does it cover any claims for conversion
Guarantee. For further advice contact the Lithe Audio customer services. Lithe Audio products marked with the CE mark comply with the EC Low Voltage Directive: 73/23/EEC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC WWW.LITHEAUDIO.COM TEL: +44 (0) 1293 922 015 EMAIL: INFO@LITHEAUDIO.COM LBT2GB FCC Statement Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 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. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: 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.