SOUNDMASTER 138 Operation Manual

WARNING:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
CAUTION:
Use of any controls, adjustments or procedures other than those specified within this
1. Read and keep these instructions for reference. manual, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Caution Marking and rating plate are located at bottom of product.
2. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
3. Do not use this product near water.
4. Clean using only a slightly damp cloth. Do not use cleaners with harsh chemical
agents or detergents.
5. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
6. Install and use in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
CAUTION - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
7. Do not place product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
CAUTION - DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
8. This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only CAUTION - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT PLACE ANY HEATING OR
one way. This is a safety feature; if you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, COOKING APPARATUS BENEATH THIS UNIT.
try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
9. Protect the power cord from being damaged or pinched.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Unplug product during lighting storms or when you are not going to use it for a long
period of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service is required when the product
has been damaged in any way. This includes, but isn't limited to, a damaged power
supply cord or plug, liquid spilt or an object dropped onto the product, exposure to
rain or moisture, dropping the product or it not operating normally.
SOUNDMASTER™ WIRELESS AM/FM SPEAKER
Specifications:
OPERATION MANUAL
• Crystal-clear sound from 4 custom-designed neodymium Micro Drivers
• Built-in docking station. Provides synchronization, data transfer and power
Congratulations on your purchase of the SOUNDMASTER™ Wireless recharging. Dock adapters included.
AM/FM Speaker from Excalibur Electronics, Inc. Place this speaker • Secondary input jack connects to other audio products including
anywhere and listen to crystal-clear sound from your iPod®, MP3 or any laptop computers, older iPod devices and other MP3 players.
other sound source—including your computer! Please read this manual • Power output: 8W.
thoroughly, especially noting safety and care instructions. This package
contains, 1 Wireless Speaker, 1-2.4GHz Transmitter, 2 AC Power Adapter, 1 Modifications not approved by Excalibur Electronics voids warranty.
Remote Control, 7 Docking Adapters for iPod, 1 - 3.5mm Audio Cable, 1 Wall
Mount and 1 User's Manual. For Your Safety: When disconnecting the DC power cord, pull the power plug
only, do not pull the cord itself. Never handle the power plug with wet hands, as
this may cause fire or electric shock.
Warning
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
• To prevent danger of electric shock do not open the product housing.
• To prevent electric shock, make sure to fully insert the plug into the wall socket.
• Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself. Servicing should be done by
qualified technicians only.
iPod® not included.
Special Care and Handling
• Avoid rough handling such as bumping or dropping.
• Avoid extreme temperatures. For best results, use between 39° F and 120° F
(4° C and 38° C).
• Clean using only a slightly damp cloth. Do not use cleaners with harsh
chemical agents or detergents.
• To avoid damaging the unit, never place it near radiators, in front of heating
vents, in direct sunlight, or near water.
FCC Compliance
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. 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
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral reasonable l interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
shock to persons.
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (sevicing) instructions in the literature • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
accompanying the appliance.
• 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.
The house with an arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user
to use the transformer in normal indoor temperatures, not
extreme temperatures.
Excalibur Electronics reserves the right to make technical changes without notice in the
interest of progress.
Functions of the Buttons
Speaker Front
Standby: When the power supply is properly connected, the blue digital
indicator will be illuminated and the time will show. Press STANDBY to turn the
Speaker on. By default the AUX indicator will be illuminated.
Select: Press SELECT to cycle through
modes in the following order: AUX,
WIRELESS, AM Radio and FM Radio. The
indicator light will display which mode
you are in.
Vol+/Vol-: Use these buttons to
increase or decrease the volume.
Speaker Back
DC Input: Connect the 12V DC power supply into this port.
AUX: Input Connection for an auxiliary analog stereo audio signal.
FM Antenna: Extend this flexible
attenna to receive FM radio signals.
Note: AM radio does not require
an antenna.
Limited 90-Day Warranty
EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS, INC., warrants to the original consumer that its products are free
from any electrical or mechanical defects for a period of 90 DAYS from the date of purchase. If
any such defect is discovered within the warranty period, EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS, INC., will
repair or replace the unit free of charge upon receipt of the unit, shipped postage prepaid and
insured to the factory address below. The warranty covers normal consumer use and does not
cover damage that occurs in shipment or failure that results from alterations, accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, wear and tear, inadequate maintenance, commercial use, or unreasonable use
of the unit. Removal of the top panel voids all warranties. This warranty does not cover cost of
repairs made or attempted outside of the factory. Any applicable implied warranties, including
warranties of merchantability and fitness, are hereby limited to 90 DAYS from the date of
purchase. Consequential or incidental damages resulting from a breach of any applicable
express or implied warranties are hereby excluded. Some states do not allow limitations on the
duration of implied warranties and do not allow exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations and exclusions in these instances may not apply. The only
authorized service center in the United States is:
Excalibur Electronics, Inc.
13755 SW 119th Ave.
Miami, FL 33186 U.S.A.
Ship the unit carefully packed, preferably in the original carton, and send it prepaid, and
Excalibur Electronics, Inc.
adequately insured. Include a letter detailing the complaint, along with your daytime
13755 SW 119th Avenue • Miami, FL 33186
telephone number, inside the shipping carton. If your warranty has expired and you want an
Tel: 305.477.8080 • Fax: 305.477.9516 • www.ExcaliburElectronics.com
estimated fee for service, write to the above address, specifying the model and the problem.
SOUNDMASTER is a trademark of Excalibur Electronics, Inc.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR UNIT WITHOUT RECEIVING AN ESTIMATE FOR SERVICING.
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
WE CANNOT STORE YOUR UNIT!
Actual product may differ slightly from photograph.
Setting Up The SOUNDMASTER Wireless AM/FM Speaker In Radio mode, press and hold these buttons for a few seconds to search
through radio frequencies. In Time or Alarm mode, use to increase or decrease the
hours and minutes.
Installing Batteries Into The Transmitter
1. Open the battery cover located underneath the transmitter. Vol+/Vol-: Use these buttons to increase or decrease the volume.
2. Insert 2 AAA batteries as shown in the diagram on the inside of the compartment. ALM Clear: Press when you want to shut off the alarm.
Remote Control
Playing An iPod Via 2.4g Transmitter
RX: Turns the Speaker on and off. 1. Make sure to properly supply power to the transmitter either via 2 AAA batteries
TX: Turns the docking iPod in the Transmitter on and off. or by connecting the 9V-15V DC power supply.
2. Properly connect the 12V power supply into the Speaker.
Channel: Selects 2.4GHz transmitting channels and
3. Select a proper docking adapter and properly connect your iPod to the
search transmitter for equipment.
transmitter.
Function: Same as select on the front of the speaker, this
4. Press the STANDBY button on the front of the Speaker to turn it on. Please make
button cycles through the four modes (AUX, WIRELESS,
sure that Wireless mode is selected.
AM and FM)
5. Press PLAY button on the iPod or Remote Control to begin playing.
Mute: Press to instantly mute the sound.
6. Select the best channel by pressing the CHANNEL button until the Speaker
Press to return to the previous song.
receives the iPod signal from the transmitter.
Press to begin playing a song or press while playing to pause a song.
7. Adjust the volume using the VOL+/VOL- buttons. Note: Use the TX button to
Press to skip to the next song.
turn off the power supply when transmitter is not in use to conserve battery life.
Time Set: Press this button to set the time. The blue, digital display of the Speaker
will fl ash. Select between Hour and Minute by pressing the button again. Setting The Time
ALM Set: Press to set the alarm. The blue digital time display on the speaker will 1. Press the TIME SET button on the Remote Control. The hour or minute will fl ash
flash. Select between hour and minute using the UP and DOWN buttons. on the Speaker.
2. Press TIME SET to switch between hour and minute.
ALM On/Off: Controls alarms on/off function. When alarm is activated the
Then use the and
ALARM ON indicator light will illuminate.
Wake-To: This button selects 1 of 12 built-in alarm melodies.
WIRELESS AM/FM SPEAKER
WITH DOCKING PORT FOR
Setting The Alarm
1. Press the ALM SET button on the Remote Control. The hour or minute will flash
on the Speaker. Press ALM SET button to switch between hour and minute
2. Use the and buttons to adjust the time.
Playing Auxiliary Audio Sources
1. Connect one end of the 3.5mm audio cable to the audio output of the desired
device (mp3, cd player, etc.), and connect the other end into the aux audio input port.
2. Press standby to turn on the speaker.
Selecting Radio Functions
Use the SELECT button on the front panel of the Speaker or the function button on
the Remote Control to change to FM or AM radio mode. Use the
to find your favorite radio station.
Battery Information
• The SOUNDMASTER™ Wireless AM/FM Speaker uses two AA batteries
(not included).
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the unit to avoid battery leakage.
• Do not short-circuit battery terminals.
buttons to adjust the time.
• Remove batteries and store them in a cool, dry place when not in use.
• To avoid explosion or leakage, do not dispose of batteries in a fire or attempt
to recharge alkaline or other non-rechargeable batteries.
Model 138
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