Powering the Speaker
There are two options to power your wireless speaker: using the included AC power adapter or
using 6 AA batteries (not included).
AC Power Adapter
1. Insert the small, round plug from the speaker AC
power adapter into the DC IN jack on the side panel
of the speaker.
2. Plug the other end of the speaker AC power
adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet.
Note:
The power unit should be plugged in so that it
stays vertical or lies fl at.
AA Batteries
1. Twist the bolts on the bottom of the speaker counter-clockwise to loosen them completely.
2. Remove the bottom of the speaker to access the battery compartment.
3. Insert six (6) AA batteries (not included) into the battery compartment, following the polarity
diagrams (+ and –).
4. Line the bolts on the compartment door up with the holes on either side of the battery
compartment and place the speaker bottom back on the speaker.
5. Screw the bolts back in and tighten them.
Note:
Place the rubber cap in the speaker power input jack when using batteries.
DO NOT
mix batteries with different chemistry types (for example, a zinc battery with an alkaline
battery).
DO NOT
mix new and used batteries.
DO NOT
leave batteries installed in the product when
not in use for long periods. Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or
dispose of them in accordance with local and national regulations.
Introduction
The Acoustic Research AWSBT1 portable wireless speaker makes it easy to take your music
wherever you go and share it whenever you want, with
Bluetooth®
wireless connectivity and
an built-in auxiliary input. It’s compact, easy-to-carry and simple to use, with a UV and water-
resistant exterior that lets you take it to the beach, tailgating, the basketball court, even on a
camping trip, with no worries.
This speaker even offers a protected storage space for your wallet, keys, etc., even for your
MP3 player while it’s connected wirelessly to the speaker. So you can relax and enjoy.
This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions for making
the Acoustic Research Portable Wireless Speaker a valued part of your lifestyle. If, after having
reviewed the instructions, you have any questions, please call toll-free 1-800-732-6866 or visit
www.acoustic-research.com.
Important Information
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION
Caution:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the
serial and model numbers in case you need them. These num bers are located on the product.
Model No.: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that
produce heat.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, con ve nience re cep ta cles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam aged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
ap pa ra tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not op er ate normally, or has been dropped.
Care and Maintenance
• Always use a soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter. Never use any product containing alcohol or other solvents
as they may damage the surface.
• Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock.
• If the speaker are used outside on a deck or patio, make sure you take them indoors in the event of a rainstorm to
prevent possible damage.
• Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures (below 32ºF/0ºC and above 122ºF/50ºC).
Tour of the Speaker
Front
Back
Power and Pairing indicator
shows the status
of the speaker.
Blue, slow blinking:
The speaker is on but not
paired or connected (like when you turn the
speaker on for the first time).
Blue, fast blinking:
The speaker is in
Bluetooth
pairing mode. See the
Bluetooth
Setup section for
more information.
Solid blue:
The speaker is paired with a
Bluetooth
-
enabled device and ready to play audio.
Solid green:
The auxiliary audio input is selected.
See the Using the Auxiliary Input section for more
information.
Top
turns the speaker on and off (press and hold for
3 seconds). It also toggles between
Bluetooth
and
auxiliary input for the audio signal (press).
Pair
puts the speaker in pairing mode for
Bluetooth
setup (press and hold for 3 seconds). It
also performs a fast reconnect with devices that
have lost connection (press). See the
Bluetooth
setup section for more information.
/–
buttons adjust the speaker’s volume
level
Carrying
handle
Powering the Speaker System
Speaker
(side panel)
120V AC
wall outlet
AC Power
Adapter
Model
AWSBT1
Installation and Operation Manual
Portable
Wireless
Speaker
Battery Compartment Cover
Side
DC IN
receives the small round end of the
included 9V 1100mA AC power adapter; remove
the protective cover to insert the adapter.
Bottom
Battery Compartment cover
is held in place by two metal bolts
that help keep the speaker sealed against the elements. See the
Powering the Speaker: AA Batteries section for instructions on
removing this cover and inserting batteries.
Storage compartment houses
the built-in cable
for the speaker’s auxiliary input. It also offers a closed
compartment for your connected device or other items. See
the Using the Auxiliary Input section for more information.
Setting Up Bluetooth Wireless
Pairing
Any
Bluetooth-enabled
device that you wish to stream audio to your speaker system must fi rst
be paired to the speaker. The process is simple, and in most cases the pairing process needs to
be done only once.
To pair your
Bluetooth
-enabled device with the speaker:
1. Make sure your device’s
Bluetooth
is turned on. See the wireless and/or network settings
menu on your device to check.
2. If the speaker isn’t already on, press and hold the button for 3 seconds to turn it on. You
will hear 4 beeps to indicate the speaker is turned on. The indicator light on the front of the
speaker starts fl ashing blue.
3. Press and hold for 3 seconds the Pair button to enter pairing mode. You will hear 2 beeps
to indicate pairing mode is entered. The indicator on the front of the speaker starts blinking
faster.
4. Open the
Bluetooth
settings menu on your device. Select “AWSBT1” from the list of devices
available (you might have to scan for devices). If your device asks for a password, enter
“0000”.
5. A confi rmation screen will appear on your device once the speaker and the device are
successfully paired. The blue indicator turns solid blue to indicate successful connection.
The speaker is now ready for you to stream audio from your device.
6. Turn the volume on your device to at least 3/4 max, then start playing something on the
device. Control the speaker volume on the speaker itself, using the +/– buttons on the top
of the speaker.
Note:
•
If you notice the sound from the speaker is distorted, turn down your device’s volume.
•
You will hear a beep if you turn the speaker’s volume up to the maximum.
