User Manual BTX450 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker 1 year warranty www.kinivo.com Contact: support@kinivo.com Made in China Introduction Introduction Read all safety and operation instructions before installing and using your Read all safety and operation instructions before installing and using your speakers. speakers. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this speaker system to water or moisture. speaker system to water or moisture. Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions l Do not expose the speaker to liquid, moisture or areas of high humidity. l Do not expose the speaker to liquid, moisture or areas of high humidity. lDo not use abrasive cleaners to clean the speakers case as they may lDo not use abrasive cleaners to clean the speakers case as they may damage the unit. Always unplug and power off the unit before cleaning. damage the unit. Always unplug and power off the unit before cleaning. lDo not expose the speaker to extremely high or low temperatures. lDo not expose the speaker to extremely high or low temperatures. lKeep the unit away from direct sunlight. lKeep the unit away from direct sunlight. lUse only accessories and attachments as supplied and designated in the lUse only accessories and attachments as supplied and designated in the instruction manual. instruction manual. lDo not attempt to open or modify the speaker in any way. lDo not attempt to open or modify the speaker in any way. lStore the speaker in a cool dry place. lStore the speaker in a cool dry place. lThe BTX450 contains a lithium ion battery. Lithium ion batteries are lThe BTX450 contains a lithium ion battery. Lithium ion batteries are flammable and can cause fire if misused or defective. flammable and can cause fire if misused or defective. lAlways dispose of the packaging and unit in accordance with the local lAlways dispose of the packaging and unit in accordance with the local regulations and in a responsible manner. regulations and in a responsible manner. Speaker Overview Speaker Overview Package Contents l BTX450 Speaker l User Manual l 3.5mm Audio Cable l AC Power Adapter Features l Seamlessly stream music from any Bluetooth (A2DP) capable device l Class-D digital amplifier l Supporting Bluetooth protocol v2.1+EDR and A2DP 1.2 audio streaming profile l Connect an iPod or MP3 player via 3.5mm port l Charge your device while listening to music via USB port Operation 1. Turn Unit On/Off Press and hold the power button for 3 to 5 seconds to turn the speaker on. Press and hold the power button to turn the speaker off. 2. Adjust Volume Press the volume button to increase or decrease volume. Press and hold the volume button to continuously increase or decrease the volume. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3. Bluetooth Pairing 1.Power 1.Power 2. Volume Up 2. Volume Up 3.Volume Down 3.Volume Down 4.Bluetooth Pairing 4.Bluetooth Pairing 5. Aux Input 5. Aux Input 6. Power Cord Input 6. Power Cord Input 7. USB Power Source Output 7. USB Power Source Output a.The speaker needs to be paired to a Bluetooth device before using. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the speaker for 2 to 3 seconds, the speaker will play an audible tone and the Bluetooth LED will blink quickly. Activate the Bluetooth function on your device that you wish to connect to and search for and pair to the BTX450. 3 4 For iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch Navigate to Settings > General > Bluetooth (On), then select the BTX450 to pair the speaker. For Android smartphones and tablets Navigate to Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings while Bluetooth is enabled, then select Scan for devices. Select the BTX450 to pair the speaker. For all other devices Please follow your devices instructions on how to perform Bluetooth pairing. After pairing successfully, a solid blue LED light will remain. b.The BTX450 speaker will automatically connect with your device once initial setup is complete. 4. Auxiliary Input Use a 3.5mm audio cable to connect the speaker to another audio source. The Bluetooth audio streaming will be automatically interrupted as the speaker switches to the AUX function. 5. Charging BTX450 speaker The BTX450 speaker automatically charges itself when its plugged into the AC outlet. The power LED will blink (fast) during charging. The LED will switch off when the speaker is fully charged. Please note that the power LED does not show the charging status when the speaker is powered on. 6. Charging Other USB Devices Simply connect charging cable of mobile device to the USB port at the back of the speaker. It is recommended that the speaker is plugged in via power cord to preserve battery power. 7. LED Indication Status Powered off Powered on Battery charging (plugged in, powered off) Low battery (not plugged in) LED Indicator Off Steady red Fast blinking red Slow blinking red Troubleshooting 1. Unable to pair to device / Device no longer connects to BTX450 Make sure that the speakers are in pairing mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button on the speaker for 2 to 3 seconds (blue LED blinking rapidly). Now open the Bluetooth configuration on the device you are trying to pair to and scan for Bluetooth devices. You should see the BTX450 speaker - proceed to pair and connect the speaker. Please refer to the Operation section for Bluetooth Pairing. 2. Speaker works with my smartphone but not my computer The Bluetooth adapter in your computer needs to support the Stereo Bluetooth profile (A2DP). To ensure the Bluetooth adapter for your computer is functioning correctly, update the drivers to the latest version. You may need to verify that your computers Bluetooth adapter supports A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). 3. Error: Driver missing when trying to pair to computer The Bluetooth adapter for your computer provides the drivers for all Bluetooth speaker. To ensure the Bluetooth adapter for your computer is functioning correctly, update the drivers to the latest version. In addition, you may need to verify that your Bluetooth adapter supports A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). If you need assistance with locating the drivers for your computer, you may contact Kinivo Support. 6 5 4. Error messages when connecting on Mac OS X Verify that the BTX450 speaker are powered on. If you are still unable to connect, restart the computer and remove the BTX450 from the Bluetooth device list. Try to pair the speaker again. If at any point you are unable to resolve your issue, you can contact Kinivo Support via email at support@kinivo.com. Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the BTX450 speaker compatible with?
In general, the BTX450 speaker will work with devices that support the A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Bluetooth profile. A list of common devices that support A2DP Bluetooth:
l Apple devices iPhone, iPod, iPad l Computers with Bluetooth adapters Mac Pro, iMac, MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, etc. l Tablets Windows, Apple, Android l Smartphones Android, BlackBerry, Windows, Samsung, Droids, HTC, etc. l Bluetooth USB adapters (for Windows 7 and Vista) 2. Where can I find Windows drivers for the BTX450 speaker?
The BTX450 speaker do not have external drivers. The drivers are provided by the Bluetooth adapter with A2DP support (see compatibility list). If you are experiencing driver issues with the speaker on a computer, update your Bluetooth adapter drivers to the latest version. 3. How many Bluetooth connections will the BTX450 speaker remember?
The BTX450 will remember up to eight (8) previous Bluetooth connections. When the BTX450 is powered on, it will automatically connect to the last device it was connected to. If the last device isnt found, it will connect to the second last device, and so on. 4. How can I tell when the battery is low?
When the battery is low, the red LED will blink slowly while the speaker is unplugged. 5. How can I tell when the battery is charging and is fully charged?
The BTX450 speaker automatically charges itself when its plugged into the AC outlet. The power LED will blink (fast) during charging. The LED will switch off when the speaker is fully charged. Please note that the power LED does not show the charging status when the speaker is powered on. 6. Help! I'm unable to use to the speaker. What should I do?
Please view the Troubleshooting section. If you are unable to find a solution you can contact Kinivo Support via email at support@kinivo.com. 7 8 Technical Specifications:
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100-240V, 50/60Hz 2x5W (RMS) 3600 mAh 2 4 ohms 200Hz-20KHz 80dB 55dB 11.9 (W) x 3.2 (D) x 3.2 (H) in 0.85 kg Compatible with any Bluetooth (A2DP) device Warranty 1 Year Limited Hardware Warranty. Kinivo hereby warrants to the customer of record that this product is in good-
working condition and free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use for a duration of 1 year after the date of purchase. The product has been tested to meet the highest quality standards in each testing category. In the unlikely event that the product proves to be defective, Kinivo will repair or replace the product free of charge. If replacement is required and if Kinivo then no longer carries the same product, then Kinivo reserves the right to substitute the product with a replacement product of like quality and size, suitable for the intended use. This warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the mentioned product only, is non-transferable and does not extend to any product damaged by misuse, natural disasters or any other circumstances beyond Kinivos control. The warranty does not cover or provide for the reimbursement or payment of incidental or consequential damage resulting from breach of the limited warranty described above. Except for the limited warranty described above we offer no other warranties expressed or implied, and other than limited warranty expressly contained herein, we hereby disclaim any and all warranties, implied warranties of merchantability, suitability or fitness for a particular purpose. including without limitation any If your product is not functioning or you have any concerns please contact Kinivo Support before returning the product. Contact Us You can reach Kinivo Support by writing to support@kinivo.com. You may also visit www.kinivo.com for more information. 9 10 FCC Warning:
l This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
l (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and l (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. l Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. l 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:
l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC RF warning statement: The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction. 11 12