Please read the entire manual before connecting this product to any existing components or power. This manual contains detailed information regarding the design, operation and features of the W yred 4 Sound bLINK . Damage due to misuse or improperly following instructions will not be covered under warranty. See the Warranty Coverage section for warranty policy and restrictions regarding this product. Package Contents 1. bLINK Bluetooth streamer/reclocker unit 2. Antenna 3. 9V power supply About the bLINK Bluetooth Streamer/Reclocker We are pleased to introduce a uniquely useful product to the audiophile—the b LINK Bluetooth streamer/reclocker. The bLINK was derived from another innovative, award‐winning Wyred 4 Sound product, the R emedy reclocker. Whereas the Remedy is a reclocking device via S/PDIF, the bLINK expands on this concept by adding Bluetooth wireless connectivity! The bLINK gives you the ability to connect via S/PDIF or wirelessly stream music from your favorite wireless source or mobile device to any DAC, all the while providing superior jitter reduction. The bLINK is sure to be a welcome addition to your audio system. Your streaming music will never have sounded better! Page 1 of 8 ...
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a wired connected device (via coax cable). Use the I nput Select switch to toggle between the two inputs. To use in wireless (Bluetooth) mode: 1. Attach the included antenna and plug the the bLINK into a wall socket with the included power supply. 2. Connect the bLINK to your DAC via the C OAX OUT or O PTICAL OUT o utputs. 3. Turn unit ON using the P ower s witch 4. Set the I nput Select s witch to “ ” for Bluetooth 5. Ensure your streaming device (phone, tablet, etc.) is on and has Bluetooth enabled. 6. Push the P ush to Pair button on the bLINK for 2 seconds. The white “W” logo on top of the bLINK will ...
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Power Input Push to Pair Devices (Antenna) Optical Out Input Select Coax Output/Input Power Switch Page 3 of 8 ...
Warranty coverage Wyred 4 Sound’s warranty obligations are limited to the terms set forth below: Wyred 4 Sound, as defined below, warrants this Wyred 4 Sound‐branded hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of F IVE (5) YEARS from the date of retail purchase by the original end user purchaser ("Warranty Period"). If the product has been transferred from the original owner to a second hand owner it has a O NE (1) YEAR warranty, valid from the original date of purchase by the original owner. If a hardware defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Wyred 4 Sound will either (1) repair the hardware defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or (2) exchange the product with a product that is new or which has been manufactured from new or serviceable used parts and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product. Wyred 4 Sound may option that you replace defective parts with new or refurbished user‐installable parts that Wyred 4 Sound provides in fulfillment of its warranty obligation. A replacement product or part, including a user‐installable part that has been installed in accordance with instructions provided by Wyred 4 Sound, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product or ninety (90) days from the date of replacement or repair, whichever provides longer coverage for you. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes Wyred 4 Sound's property. Parts provided by Wyred 4 Sound in fulfillment of its warranty obligation must be used in products for which warranty service is claimed. When a refund is given, the product for which the refund is provided must be returned to Wyred 4 Sound and becomes Wyred 4 Sound's property. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS Wyred 4 Sound does not warrant that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error‐free. Wyred 4 Sound is not responsible for damage arising from failure to follow instructions relating to the product's use. This warranty does not apply: (a) to damage caused by use with non‐Wyred 4 Sound products; (b) to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, flood, fire, earthquake or other external causes; (c) to damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by Wyred 4 Sound; (d) to damage caused by service (including upgrades and expansions) performed by anyone who is not a representative of Wyred 4 Sound or a Wyred 4 Sound Authorized Service Provider; (e) to a product or part that has been modified to significantly alter functionality or capability without the written permission of Wyred 4 Sound; (f) if any Wyred 4 Sound serial number has been removed or defaced. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. AS PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WYRED 4 SOUND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, AND WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF ...
COSTS OF RECOVERING, PROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED OR USED WITH WYRED 4 SOUND PRODUCTS AND ANY FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF DATA STORED ON THE PRODUCT. THE FOREGOING LIMITATION SHALL NOT APPLY TO DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS. WYRED 4 SOUND DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATION THAT IT WILL BE ABLE TO REPAIR ANY PRODUCT UNDER THIS WARRANTY. Obtaining warranty service Please access and review the resources referred to in the documentation accompanying this hardware product before requesting warranty service. If the product is still not functioning properly after making use of these resources, please contact the Wyred 4 Sound representatives or, if applicable, a Wyred 4 Sound Authorized Service Provider/dealer using the information provided on the Wyred 4 Sound website. A Wyred 4 Sound representative or Wyred 4 Sound Authorized Service Provider will help determine whether your product requires service, and if it does will inform you how Wyred 4 Sound will provide it. Wyred 4 Sound or its Wyred 4 Sound Authorized Service Providers will provide warranty service on products that are tendered or presented for service during the Warranty Period, as permitted by law. Wyred 4 Sound is not responsible for freight charges to our facility for warranty repairs. We will cover return freight charges (domestic only) if the unit is found to be faulty and still within the warranty coverage period. You will be responsible for delivery and return shipping and handling charges if the product cannot be serviced in the country it is in. In accordance with applicable law, Wyred 4 Sound may require that you furnish proof of purchase details and/or comply with registration requirements before receiving warranty service. Please refer to the Service page on the Wyred 4 Sound website. For more details on this and other matters on obtaining warranty service contact your dealer. Recovery and reinstallation of system and application software and user data are not covered under this Limited Warranty. Service In the unlikely event there is a problem with your Wyred 4 Sound component, please contact your dealer, distributor, or Wyred 4 Sound to discuss the problem before you return the component to our manufacturing facility for repair. Products shipped to the factory will be refused and returned freight collect if not accompanied by a Wyred 4 Sound Service Department issued return authorization number (RA Number). Return authorization numbers must be prominently displayed on the outside of the box and an accompanying letter describing the problem and re‐listing the RA number must be inside the box to qualify for service. To contact the Wyred 4 Sound Service Department: Telephone: 805‐466‐9973 Hours: M/TH 7:00 am to 4:30 pm; Friday 7:00am to 11:00am PST Fax: 805‐462‐8962 Email: support@wyred4sound.com Website: w ww . wyred4sound.com ...
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2. If service is approved we will issue a Return Authorization Number (R/A number) from the Wyred 4 Sound Service Department. Be sure to confirm the current shipping address. 3. Insure and accept all liability for loss or damage to the product during shipment to the W4S facility and ensure all freight (shipping) charges are prepaid. The product may also be hand delivered to the California facility if arrangements with the Service Department have been made in advance. Proof of purchase from an authorized Wyred 4 Sound dealer, distributor or agent will be required for warranty validation at the time of hand delivery. Use the original packaging to ensure the safe transit of the product to the factory, dealer, or distributor. Wyred 4 Sound may, at its discretion, return a product in new packaging and bill the owner for such packaging if the product received by Wyred 4 Sound was boxed in nonstandard packaging or if the original packaging was so damaged to the point it was unusable. If Wyred 4 Sound determines that new packaging is required, the owner will be notified before the product is returned. To purchase additional packaging, please contact your authorized Wyred 4 Sound dealer, distributor, or the Wyred 4 Sound Service Department for assistance. If you did not purchase the product directly from us and require service please contact your dealer or distributors’ service department for information regarding service. If you feel your authorized dealer or distributor is either unwilling or unable to service your Wyred 4 Sound products, please contact our service department by emailing s upport@wyred4sound.com or the above phone number to discuss and resolve the situation. Page 6 of 8 ...
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FCC Warnning: 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.
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