ClearSounds QLinkTV, User Manual

Page 1: ...QLINKTV BLUETOOTH STEREO AUDIO TRANSMITTER USER GUIDE Better Sound in Every Ear ...

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Page 3: ... Bluetooth stereo transmitter Bluetooth is a technology that uses radio waves to transmit data between devices over short distances It offers an array of features that will connect you to your mobile phone so you can actually hear conversations clearly and connect you to your music TV to bring back the joy of entertainment With all this awesomeness comes some new technology that may require a lear...

Page 4: ... you ClearSounds Communications Inc 1743 Quincy Avenue Suite 143 Naperville IL 60540 USA 800 965 9043 toll free Information Online To view print additional copies of this manual or spec sheet or to view instructional videos please visit the Support section on our website www clearsounds com Welcome 2 ...

Page 5: ...gs Warnings must be observed to prevent bodily injury WARNING Use the equipment only in the described manner to avoid bodily injury or damage to the equipment WARNING To avoid electrical shock locate and use the QLinkTV away from water and damp areas such as swimming pools bathtubs sinks and damp basements and do not use the QLinkTV when you are wet WARNING Do not overload extension cords or power...

Page 6: ... AC power This can cause a short circuit a fire or electrical shock WARNING Do not push any type of object into the QLinkTV Contact with dangerous voltage points can occur resulting in fire electrical shock or parts damage WARNING Do not disassemble the QLinkTV Dangerous voltage or other risks can occur Use after incorrect reassembly can lead to electrical shock WARNING Keep the QLinkTV out of rea...

Page 7: ...nkTV in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities might include equipment that is sensitive to external radio frequency RF energy that can cause EMI CAUTION While on board aircraft turn off the QLinkTV in accordance with airline regulations and flight crew instructions CAUTION If you use any personal medical device consult the manufacturer of the d...

Page 8: ... cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap and water solution Do not use harsh chemical or solvent cleaners or abrasive detergents CAUTION In these circumstances refer to our customer service department Liquid spills in the QLinkTV or it is exposed to rain or precipitation The QLinkTV does not operate according to descriptions in this manual or performance distinctly changes The QLinkTV is dropped or...

Page 9: ... 10 Charging 12 Turning On Off 13 Attaching 14 Pairing to Bluetooth Devices 16 Reconnecting to Bluetooth Devices 18 LED Indicator 19 Care and Maintenance 20 FAQs 21 Glossary of Terms 22 Specifications 24 Warranty Information 25 Contents 7 ...

Page 10: ...s include A2DP Bluetooth enabled speakers earphones headsets hearing aid streamers personal neckloops and hearing aids with t coils We recommend using the ClearSounds Quattro 4 0 Amplified Bluetooth System as your stereo receiver but then again we re probably a little biased Your QLinkTV should include the following items shown on page 9 QLinkTV transmitter Stereo 3 5mm audio cable Stereo RCA anal...

Page 11: ...V Ensure that your packing box includes all of the parts shown below in addition to a user guide If any parts are missing or damaged please contact your vendor or ClearSounds IMPORTANT YOUR RECEIPT IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES PLEASE RETAIN YOUR RECEIPT Unpack 9 QLinkTV transmitter Stereo 3 5mm audio cable ...

Page 12: ...apter MFB Multi Function Button This button is used to turn the QLinkTV on and off pair the QLinkTV to your Bluetooth stereo receiver e g headset and connect the QLinkTV to a paired receiver Charging port This is where you plug the micro end of the USB charging cable into the QLinkTV Getting Familiar 10 ...

Page 13: ...ndicator will be either red or blue Getting Familiar 11 3 5mm jack This is where you plug the 3 5mm audio cable into the QLinkTV MFB top view Battery Engage Switch This switch located on the back of the QLinkTV MUST be in the position in order for it to function This is not the QLinkTV on off switch ...

Page 14: ...e AC power adapter into a standard power outlet or surge protector recommended The red LED will be on during charging It takes about 3 hours to fully charge the battery Once charging is complete the red LED will turn blue Alternately you can safely leave the power supply plugged into the QLinkTV at all times eliminating the need to re charge its battery Note Please do not attempt to take the batte...

Page 15: ... the country we protect it by keeping the battery disengaged Similar to the battery pull tab you might see on a new toy or on hearing aid batteries in their packaging once you remove the tab the battery becomes engaged You will only need to do this once as mentioned on page 11 this is NOT an on off switch Turning the QLinkTV On Off Function Operation LED Indicator Turning on the QLinkTV Press and ...

Page 16: ...jack is different for every TV so refer to your TV s user guide for its exact location If you cannot find your user guide locate your TV s model number typically listed on a sticker on the back side and do an Internet search to find it using your TV model number and the words user guide Attaching the QLinkTV to a 3 5mm headphone jack on your TV Using your TV s user guide locate its 3 5mm audio out...

Page 17: ...ite audio jacks on your cable box DVD player TV or other device It is important to make sure the audio jacks are labeled AUDIO OUT as there will usually be an AUDIO IN jack next to it If plugged into the AUDIO IN jack the audio will not be heard Attaching to your MP3 player laptop or other sound output device Using your device s user guide if needed locate the 3 5mm headset jack Plug one end of th...

Page 18: ... page 13 Again do not use the switch for this 2 Keep the QLinkTV within 5 feet of your Bluetooth stereo receiver 3 Switch on your Bluetooth stereo receiver and set it to pairing mode If needed consult the receiver s user guide for instructions 4 On the QLinkTV press and hold the MFB until the blue and red LEDs flash alternately indicating that the QLinkTV is in pairing mode 5 The QLinkTV will auto...

Page 19: ...aired devices exceeds 8 the least recently connected used device will be replaced The QLinkTV will pair with any Bluetooth stereo receiver whose PIN is 0000 1234 1111 or 8888 The switch on the back of the transmitter should not be used unless you plan to go an extended time without using your QLinkTV For normal use use the MFB to turn the QLinkTV on and off as detailed on page 13 All Bluetooth ena...

Page 20: ... QLinkTV is in standby mode and not connecting to any devices briefly press the MFB once and it will automatically connect to the last connected device as long as the above criteria are met Receiver initiated connection In standby mode the QLinkTV can also accept a connection request sent by a Bluetooth receiver that has previously paired with the QLinkTV Pairing action is dictated by the Bluetoot...

Page 21: ... of audio output jack LED Indicator Status of QLinkTV Red and blue LEDs are flashing alternately In pairing mode Blue LED is flashing once every 2 seconds In standby mode and not connected to a Bluetooth device Blue LED is flashing once every 4 seconds Connected to a Bluetooth device this is the normal mode Red LED is flashing twice every 30 seconds The battery power is low ...

Page 22: ...atures as this will shorten the life of electronic devices destroy the battery or distort certain plastic parts Do not use abrasive cleaning solvents to clean the product Refer to page 6 for detailed cleaning instructions Do not dispose of the product in a fire as this will result in an explosion Do not expose the product to sharp objects as this will cause scratches and damage that may void your ...

Page 23: ...d make sure the Bluetooth stereo receiver is placed within 5 feet of the QLinkTV Third make sure the Bluetooth stereo receiver has already entered into pairing mode see page 16 3 What should I do when I can t hear any audio from the Bluetooth stereo receiver First make sure the QLinkTV is properly connected to the audio source Second make sure the QLinkTV and Bluetooth stereo receiver are properly...

Page 24: ... sound audio out of the device The QLinkTV speakers headphones or other listening tools get plugged into a device s audio output Bluetooth A wireless technology that uses short radio waves to exchange data between compatible devices over distances up to 33 feet Connectable A Bluetooth enabled device in range that will respond to another Bluetooth device and set up a connection Connected When a Blu...

Page 25: ... they must both be compatible with the same Bluetooth profile The QLinkTV s Bluetooth profile is A2DP Range The maximum distance a Bluetooth signal is able to travel between two Bluetooth enabled devices For the QLinkTV and many other Bluetooth devices the range is 33 feet RCA The abbreviation for the Radio Corporation of America RCA carries audio and video signals through color coded plugs and ja...

Page 26: ...ange Effective range Charging input voltage Working time Charging time Dimensions Weight Bluetooth v3 A2DP AVRCP 2 4 GHz 33 feet 10 meters indoor DC 5V 500mA Up to 7 hours About 3 hours 2 in diameter 3 52 oz Component Specification Specifications 24 ...

Page 27: ...t with a refurbished unit or unit of equal condition and return it you using UPS USPS ground shipping at no cost to you The warranty replacement or repair will be warranted for a period of 90 days or the remainder of the original warranty period from original purchase date whichever is longer The warranty does not cover accidents negligence or breakage to any parts This includes shipping damage fa...

Page 28: ...anty 26 Notes 1 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 2 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s autho...

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