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USER GUIDE
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  • Page 1 E300A USER GUIDE For model E300A...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Ceiling Positioning and First Fix Installation ..............6 Wiring Two Pairs of Speakers ..................9 Connecting the System and Powering On ..............10 Setting up E300A for Internet and Amazon Alexa ...........10 Playing Audio via Voice Control ................11 Playing Audio via AirPlay ..................11 Playing Audio via Multi-Room Media ..............12...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information And Warnings

    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. CAUTION!: Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Q Acoustics could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 4 2.4 - Servicing Servicing is required when the unit or mains cord has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, it does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Please read the instructions, important safety information and warnings carefully before installation and use, to ensure the safe and satisfactory operation of this product. The Q Acoustics E300A amplifier combines exceptional stereo sound performance with convenient voice control and unique installer friendly connectivity.
  • Page 6: Feature Summary

    Feature Summary Wired Connectivity: Analogue audio input – 3.5mm stereo jack allow a connection to an external analogue audio source such as a CD player. Optical digital input - Mini TOSLINK allows connection to an external digital audio source such as a TV. Speaker output –...
  • Page 7: Ceiling Positioning And First Fix Installation

    Typical rooms will only require one pair of speakers with a distance of 1.0 – 2.5m from each speaker to the E300A. Larger open plan rooms may require 2 pairs of speakers with up to 3.0m from each speaker to the E300A.
  • Page 8 LIM, to connect AUX or TV sound if required. 5. Run an optional Analogue or Optical cable to AUX input (if not using LIM) 6. Use an electrician to wire in the E300A power supply to a live supply or plug into a mains socket if available.
  • Page 9 Speaker Speaker Power Supply DC Input 100 - 240V AC IR Remote Ceiling Ceiling Speaker Speaker Q Acoustics Local Input Key: Module CAT 5/6 DC Power Speaker cable HDMI 100-240V AC Switch / Router The diagram above shows typical wiring layout using two pairs of ceiling speakers, wired internet and...
  • Page 10: Wiring Two Pairs Of Speakers

    Speaker is connected to the Positive (RED) connector of the Second. The Negative (BLACK) connector of the Second Speaker is then connected to the Negative (BLACK) cable to the E300A unit using a connector block, as shown in the diagram. This series method of connecting two speakers will ensure...
  • Page 11: Connecting The System And Powering On

    3. Open up the App, then select ‘Setup New Speaker’. 4. You will be prompted to select ‘WIFI Settings’ and join the WIFI created by E300A. 5. Once connected follow the instructions to allow E300A to join your WIFI and give it a friendly zone name.
  • Page 12: Playing Audio Via Voice Control

    Playing Audio via Voice Control E300A is a fully activated Alexa voice control device and will react to your voice in the same way as other Alexa voice-controlled devices. When you have made your voice selection, the LED ring will illuminate WHITE.
  • Page 13: Playing Audio Via Multi-Room Media

    Playing Audio via Spotify Connect Once E300A is connected to the internet you can use the Spotify App to select it from the device list, it will be listed as a ‘Spotify Connect’ speaker named E300 or a name you have given. Simply select this and then browse and play music in the normal way, using the Spotify App to control the volume.
  • Page 14: Playing Audio Via Aux Analogue

    E300A via a CAT 5/6 data cable. Once the cable has been terminated and verified, simply plug the LIM into the LIM RJ45 socket on the E300A. The LIM will receive power and indicate this on the RJ45 socket LED’s.
  • Page 15: E300A Buttons

    - Awaken ‘Alexa’ - Voice Commands Activation Press and Hold - Factory Reset - Reboots system, disconnects and clears the connections with: WIFI, Amazon Alexa Account, Bluetooth Paired Devices, AirPlay Devices & Customised Name (Device will be rebooted as: E300A)
  • Page 16: Remote Control

    Remote Control 1. STANDBY – Press to STOP the current source playing and enter standby. 2. MUTE – Press to MUTE / UNMUTE the audio. 3. VOLUME +/- – Press to adjust the speaker volume. 4. SKIP I< / >I – Press to SKIP tracks. 5.
  • Page 17: Led States

    E300A will display the standard Alexa LED status when speaking or listening. The source type is shown by a different colour which is fully illuminated for 3s, before reducing to a small segment unless E300A is in an error state.
  • Page 20: Specification

    Specification Audio Sources Network Audio Streaming RJ45 Ethernet or WIFI Bluetooth Wireless BT 5.2 A2DP AUX: - Analogue 3.5mm Stereo Sensitivity: 350mV Max Level: 1.5V Impedence: 10kΩ - Optical mini TOSLINK Resolution: 16bit 48kHz Local Input Module RJ45 Audio Outputs Speaker Outputs Left &...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    Q Acoustics Media products are warranted free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Q Acoustics will, at its option, repair or replace any product found to be faulty after inspection by the company or its appointed distributor or agent.
  • Page 22: Fcc Statement

    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 communications.
  • Page 23 IC Warning This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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 Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
  • Page 24 For 5150-5250Mhz, this device is used for indoor only Q A C O U S T I C S . C O . U K Q17925-IN-EN_r3...

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