Auris AU05 Bluetooth Audio Transmitter & Receiver User Manual

Auris, Inc. Bluetooth Audio Transmitter & Receiver

user manual

QUICK START GUIDEbeamit
CONTENTSWelcomeIn the BoxKeys and PartsFeaturesGetting StartedSetup: Connecting in TX ModeConnecting to a TV or ComputerSetup: Pairing in TX ModePairing with a Bluetooth Headphone / SpeakerMulti-point Streaming: Pairing with two Bluetooth HeadphonesSetup: Connecting in RX ModeConnecting to a Home stereo system / Powered speakersSetup: Pairing in RX ModePairing with a Smartphone / Tablet / ComputerOther FunctionsTroubleshooting TipsTechnical SpecificationsProduct SafetySafety InstructionsWarranty23456791113141518202122
WELCOME!Congratulations on your purchase of the auris beamit Wireless Bluetooth®Audio Transmitter & Receiver!The following pages explain the features and operations of beamit. Pleasetake a few moments to read this quick start guide.Also read all safety instructions before proceeding. The answers to most set up and performance questions can be found in this guide. If you have any further questions about the operation or use of this product, please contact our customer care team for assistance on support@theauris.comOverviewbeamit is a sleek and compact Bluetooth® audio transmitter that seamlesslystreams Hi-Fi digital audio wirelessly from your TV or wired music system toyour favorite pair of Bluetooth headphones or speakers.Also it's a Hi-Fi Bluetooth music receiver that streams high quality audio wirelessly from any Bluetooth enabled smartphone, computer or tablet to any music system or powered speakers. Incorporating the high quality aptX® LOW LATENCY audio streaming codec and digital TOSLINK connection, beamit provides Hi-Fi digital audio streamingto up to two Bluetooth headphones or speakers simultaneously. 2IN THE BOX3.5mm to RCAAdapter3.5mm AUX Audio CableMicro - USBCharging CableSticky GelMounting StripQuickStart GuideUSB PowerAdapterTOSLINK OpticalAudio CablebeamitWireless Bluetooth® Audio Transmitter & ReceiverQUICK START GUIDEbeamit3
4KEYS AND PARTSFront PanelRear Panel2135LED IndicatorMultifunction Switch (MFS) -Audio Source Select / Pairing4Micro USB power input3.5mm AUX Audio OutToslink Optical Audio Out678Toslink Optical Audio In3.5mm AUX Audio InTX / RX toggle and2134 5 6 7 8Power OFF switch5beamit is an audio adapter which can be used in two ways: as a stereowireless Transmitter or Receiver, using Bluetooth® wireless technology.As a Transmitter (TX mode)In TX mode, beamit can wirelessly stream audio from a non-Bluetooth device(HDTV / Computer) to any Bluetooth audio receiver that supports the A2DP Bluetooth profile, such as a Bluetooth headphone, Bluetooth speaker, or dedicated A2DP receiver.As a Receiver (RX mode)In RX mode, beamit enables wireless audio streaming from any Bluetooth enabled smartphone, computer or tablet to any non-Bluetooth music system or powered speakers. FEATURESHOME AUDIO SYSTEMSMARTPHONETABLETPOWERED SPEAKERSCAR AUDIOCOMPUTERTVCOMPUTER
GETTING STARTEDThe following instructions will help you get started before connecting beamitto your devices.Step 1: Stick one side of the included double sided sticky gel mounting strip to the bottom of beamit. Mount beamit on to the side or top of your TV or audio system.Avoid placing beamit behind the TV or any audio device.Step 2: Plug the included Micro - USB charging cable into the USB power adapter / any powered USB port** and the charging port on the rear of the unit.Step 3: Select your choice of mode (TX / RX) by sliding the toggle switchsituated on the rear of beamit. The LED light will start flashing indicating theunit is swithed “ON”.To switch off beamit, slide the TX / RX toggle switch to the “OFF” position.**The USB outputs of some TVs do not provide a stable current. It isrecommended to use a USB power adapter to power beamit. TX Mode RX Mode6SETUP: CONNECTING IN TX MODEConnecting to a TV or ComputerAUDIO INPUTS are used with TX MODE ONLY – When in TX mode beamit needs an audio source to transmit. It must be fed an audio signal from a connected device such as a television, video game system, computer, mp3 player, etc.The following instructions will help you connect beamit to your TV or computer and pair with your Bluetooth headphones, speakers or receivers.beamit provides three connection options.Option 1: Digital Optical Audio Out (TOSLINK)Newer TV’s are usually outfitted with a TOSLINK digital optical connector.Plug the included fiber optic TOSLINK cable firmly into the “OPTICAL AUDIO OUT” on the TV and the “OPTICAL AUDIO IN” of beamit.If you have successfully connected the TOSLINK cable and you are still not receiving any sound, please make sure that your audio output settings on your TV or other relevant device are set to PCM.Auris Inc., DE, U.S.A.Designed in U.S.A. Made in ChinaDigital OpticalAudio InTVDigital OpticalAudio Out7
Option 2: RCA Audio OutOlder TVs usually have analog audio output with RCA (Red & White) connectors. Attach the included RCA adapter to the 3.5mm stereo audio cable. Plug the connectors of the RCA adapter into the matching-color RCA jacks on the TVand plug the attached 3.5mm cable into the “3.5mm AUX AUDIO IN” on the rear of beamit.Option 3: 3.5mm Headphone jackSome TVs and most standalone receivers have a headphone jack on the frontor side.Plug the included 3.5mm stereo audio cable into the headphone jack on the TV and the “3.5mm AUX AUDIO IN” on beamit.Auris Inc., DE, U.S.A.Designed in U.S.A. Made in China3.5mm AUXAudio InRCAAudio OutTVAuris Inc., DE, U.S.A.Designed in U.S.A. Made in China3.5mm AUXAudio InTVHeadphoneJack89Pairing with a Bluetooth Headphone / SpeakerThe following instructions will help you in pairing beamit with your Bluetoothheadphone or speakerin Transmit Mode (TX) after connecting beamit to yourTV or computer.Step 1: Follow the previous instructions and connect beamit to your TV usingthe appropriate connector cable. Step 1: Place your Bluetooth headphone or speaker within 1 meter (3 feet) range of beamit and set it to pairing mode.Step 2: With beamit powered on and TX / RX toggle switch set to “TX”, slide and hold the spring-loaded slider (Multi-Function Switch) all the way to the right. The blue LED indicator light will blink rapidly to indicate that beamit is ready to pair. Release the spring-loaded slider.Step 3: beamit and your bluetooth headphone or speaker have to be in pairing mode simultaneously in order to pair. beamit will remain in pairing mode for 30 seconds or until successfully paired. Once paired, the blue light will turn solid blue.Step 4: Make sure the proper audio input source is selected on beamit. Match the corresponding audio input on the back of beamit by selectingbetween Optical and AUX mode using the Multi-Function Switch.Step 5: The sound from your TV will now play through your Bluetooth headphone or speaker! SETUP: PAIRING IN TX MODE
10Multi-Point Streaming - Pairing with Two Bluetooth HeadphonesIn TX mode, beamit can stream audio to two Bluetooth headphones simultaneously. A second headphone can be paired after one headphone is already connected.Step 1: Connect your first headphone with beamit by following the previous pairing instructions.Step 2: Get beamit in pairing mode - slide and hold the the spring-loadedslider (Multi-Function Switch) till the LED indicator blinks rapidly.Step 3: Set your second headphone to pairing mode and wait until theyconnect.Step 4: The sound from your TV will now play through both the Bluetooth headphones simultaneously!Note: beamit will provide the best possible audio quality and minimize audiolatency only when used with headphones or receivers that support QualcommaptX® Low Latency technology. When streaming to two headphones, if one of the headphones supports aptX® and the other does not then standard Bluetooth audio streaming will be used with both headphones.11SETUP: CONNECTING IN RX MODEConnecting to a Home Stereo System or Powered SpeakersAUDIO OUTPUTS are used with RX MODE ONLY – When in RX mode beamitis receiving an audio signal and passing that signal from its output to the inputof some type of amplification device like a home stereo, bookshelf speaker, car audio, etc.The following instructions will help you connect beamit to your stereo systemor bookshelf speakers and pair with your tablet, computer or smartphone.beamit provides three connection options.Option 1: Digital Optical Audio In (TOSLINK)Home theater systems, receivers and newer stereo systems are outfitted with a TOSLINK digital optical connector.Plug the included fiber optic TOSLINK cable firmly into the “OPTICAL AUDIO IN”on the music system and the “OPTICAL AUDIO OUT” of beamit.Auris Inc., DE, U.S.A.Designed in U.S.A. Made in ChinaDigital OpticalAudio OutDigital OpticalAudio In
12Option 2: RCA (Red & White) ConnectorsOlder or legacy stereo systems and receivers usually have analog audio output with RCA (Red & White) connectors.Attach the included RCA adapter to the 3.5mm stereo audio cable. Plug the connectors of the RCA adapter into the matching-color RCA jacks on the musicsystem and plug the attached 3.5mm cable into the “3.5mm AUX AUDIO OUT”on the rear of beamit.Option 3: 3.5mm Headphone jackMost powered or bookshelf speakers have a headphone jack.Plug the included 3.5mm stereo audio cable into the headphone jack on the TV and the “3.5mm AUX AUDIO OUT” on beamit.Auris Inc., DE, U.S.A.Designed in U.S.A. Made in China3.5mm AUXAudio OutRCAAudio InAuris Inc., DE, U.S.A.Designed in U.S.A. Made in China3.5mm AUXAudio OutHeadphoneJackPairing with a Smartphone / Tablet / ComputerThe following instructions will help you in pairing beamit with your smartphone,tablet or computer in Receiver Mode (RX) after connecting beamit to your home stereo system or powered speakers.Step 1: Follow the previous instructions and connect beamit to your musicsystem using the appropriate connector cable.Step 2: With beamit powered on and the TX/RX toggle switch set to “RX”, slide and hold the spring-loaded slider (Multi-Function Switch) all the way to the right. The blue LED indicator light will blink rapidly to indicate that beamit is ready topair. Release the spring-loaded slider.Step 3: Turn ON Bluetooth on your device and go to Bluetooth preferences.Step 4: Scan listed Bluetooth devices and select “auris beamit” to pair andconnect. Once paired, the LED indicator will turn solid blue.Step 5: Make sure the proper audio output source is selected on beamit. Match the corresponding audio output on the back of beamit by selectingbetween Optical and AUX mode using the Multi-Function Switch.Step 6: The music on your smart device will now play through your home stereo system / speakers! SETUP: PAIRING IN RX MODE13
OTHER FUNCTIONSReconnectionPreviously paired bluetooth devices will reconnect to beamit automatically once turned back on. beamit will not initiate reconnection. If beamit itself is turned off, it is recommended to turn it back on first before turning on the paired devices so that it can accept the incoming Bluetooth connection from the devices.Adjusting the Volumebeamit, by design, is a passive transmitter or receiver and has no volume control. User volume level must be adjusted via the input and output sources connected to beamit.Volume can be individually adjusted on each set of headphones paired with beamit using the built-in volume controls on the headphone. With some TVs and connection options, TV volume may be further raised or lowered to change the volume of all headphones paired with beamit. In this case, volume should be maximized on the TV and then adjusted via headphones for best audio quality.Factory ResetIn standby mode, slide and hold the spring-loaded slider (Multi-Function Switch) all the way to the right for approximately 5 seconds until the blue indicator light begins to blink. Release the spring-loaded switch. The unit will enter pairing mode and any previously paired devices will be cleared from memory.14TROUBLESHOOTING TIPSbeamit is connected but it will not turn on - LED indicator does not light up.Confirm that the power adapter is connected to beamit with the included USBcable and plugged into a functioning AC outlet. The blue LED indicator on thefront of the unit will light up when the unit is turned “ON” by setting the TX/RXtoggle switch on the rear of the unit to “TX or RX”.Unable to pair and connect beamit to my Bluetooth device.Make sure you are operating beamit in the appropriate Bluetooth mode.In TX Mode: beamit can only pair with a Bluetooth receiving device such as aBluetooth headphone, speaker or receiver. In this mode, ensure that beamit and the Bluetooth headphone, speaker or receiver are in pairing mode at thesame time and are within 1 meter (3 feet) of each other.In RX Mode: beamit can only pair with a Bluetooth transmitting device such asa smartphone, tablet or computer. In this mode, ensure that Bluetooth is turned ‘ON’ on your smartphone, tablet or computer. Make sure that the LED indicatoris blinking and your device and beamit are within 1 meter (3 feet) of each other.My Bluetooth headphone is connected but there is no audio output.1. Ensure that your audio source (TV/computer) OUTPUT is properly connectedto beamit audio INPUT. Audio inputs are used with TX MODE only. 2. Check whether the audio input is correctly selected on beamit (AUX OPT). If AUX is selected, make sure make sure your audio source is connected to theAUX input. If OPT is selected, make sure your audio source is connected to theOptical input.3. Confirm that audio is playing on the TV/computer and the volume is set to “High” on the TV/computer. Make sure that volume is sufficiently high on yourBluetooth headphone / speaker.1515
4. If you are using an Optical connection, make sure nothing is connected to the AUX input of beamit.Smartphone is connected but cannot hear any sound from my audio system.1. Ensure that your audio source (Home audio system, stereo speakers, etc.) INPUT is properly connected to beamit audio OUTPUT. Audio outputs are used with RX MODE only. 2. Check whether the audio output is correctly selected on beamit (AUX OPT). If AUX is selected, make sure make sure your audio source is connected to theAUX output. If OPT is selected, make sure your audio source is connected to theOptical output.3. Verify the volume levels on your computer OS and player app.4. If you are using an Optical connection, make sure nothing is connected to the AUX output of beamit.The volume output level is Low.In TX mode: Adjust the volume both on your Bluetooth headphones / speakers and on the TV or other connected device as both may control the volume.In RX mode: Verify the volume levels on your smartphone / computer OS and player app. Also check the volume levels on your powered speakers or stereo system.The sound quality is poor and / or the audio is cutting out.1. For the most noise-free audio, maximize the volume on your audio source (TV ,home audio system, pwered speakers, etc.) and adjust volume via the Bluetoothenabled headphones, speakers or smartphone.162. Make sure you are within range of your Bluetooth-enabled device.3. Bluetooth devices are susceptible to interference from other Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, routers, microwave ovens, and wireless devices operating on the 2.4 GHz band. Eliminate as many potential sources of interference as possible while using your Bluetooth headphones / speakers.There is a delay (latency) in audio1. Bluetooth is a digital wireless signal and there is some latency expected due to the coding/decoding and compression/decompression steps that must occur. 2. The aptX® and aptX® Low Latency audio codecs supported by beamit are notable for having lower and much lower latency (smaller delay), respectively, compared to regular Bluetooth audio. 3. Using beamit with a headphone that supports aptX® or aptX® Low Latencywill minimize audio lag.4. Some modern TV’s and receivers also have an audio delay option. Make surethat audio delay is set to 0 to minimize lag.If you have any further queries please contact us on support@theauris.com 17
18TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSBluetooth® Version 4.1 with aptX® Low LatencySupported Codecs aptX® Low Latency, aptX®, AAC, SBCBluetooth® Range Up to 10 meters, 33 feetOutputs TOSLINK Digital Optical Input & Output3.5mm AUX Input & OutputBluetooth® Profiles A2DPInput PowerLatency5V DC, 500 mA 40 milliseconds (ms)Mounting Options Sticky Gel mounting stripsIncluded Accessories TOSLINK Digital Optical Audio Cable3.5mm AUX Audio Cable3.5mm - RCA AdapterUSB-microUSB Charging CableUSB Power AdapterSticky Gel Mounting StripsQuick Start Guide~19Dimensions Height 0.94 inches (24 mm)Width 4.30 inches (109 mm)Depth 1.02 inches (26 mm)Weight 0.9 ounces (25 grams)1.02 in (26 mm)4.3 in (109 mm)0.94 in (24 mm)Weight: 0.9 oz (25 g)
PRODUCT SAFETYWhen used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed andmanufactured to ensure your personal safety. Improper use of this productcan result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use. Keep theseinstructions handy for future reference.Users of this product are cautioned not to make modifications or changes that are not approved by Auris, Inc. Doing so may void the compliance of this product and may result in the loss of the user’s authority to operate the equipment.CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN20Keep product dry to avoid affecting the interior circuitry of the product.Don’t put the product in direct sunlight or place in hot areas.High temperature will shorten the life of electronic device.Don’t expose to extreme temperatures, it may damage the internal circuit board.Don’t take the product apart or the warranty will be voided.Don’t drop the product.Don’t use chemical or detergent to clean the product.Due to isolating characteristic of the product, do not use the product at excessive volume while driving or in any other activity where failure to hear surrounding sounds could be dangerous.Using the product at excessive volumes may cause permanent hearing damage. You can get the most out of your equipment and enjoy great audio performance even at safe levels.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS21
Auris, Inc.DE 19958, USAThe Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registeredtrademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and anyuse of such marks by Auris, Inc. is under license.Other trademarks and trade names are thoseof their respective owners.Qualcomm® aptX™ is a product of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registeredin the United States and other countries, used with permission.aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registeredin the United States and other countries, used with permission.Designed in the U.S.A. I Made in China.auris and its logo are registered trademarks of Auris, Inc. All rights reserved.WARRANTYDon’t worry. Your auris beamit is covered under our warranty. For warrantyinformation please visit: www.theauris.com/warrantyFCC ComplianceThis 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 can cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications to the device will void the user’s authority tooperate the device. This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set for an uncontrolled environnment. This device should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and the body.FCC ID: 2ABCJAU0522
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