AACEK1W - Hi-Fi System Speco Technologies - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wireless Multizone Audio Distribution System / Stereo Amplifier
Brand	Speco Technologies
Model	AACEK1W
Dimensions	6.25 x 5.75 x 1.6 inches
Weight	1.2 lbs
Power Input	DC 32V, 5A
Amplifier Output	2 x 80W Max
Amplifier Impedance	4-16 Ohms
Frequency Response	20Hz to 20KHz
Wireless Network	IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4G
LAN	Single 10/100M RJ45
Audio Source Inputs	USB 2.0, Coaxial, Analog RCA, Optical (2.1)
Audio Source Output	Analog RCA (Pre-out)
Controls	Volume, Treble, Bass Knobs
Supported Music Formats	MP3, AAC, AAC+, ALAC, APE, WAV
Decoding	Up to 24bit/192KHz
Number of Zones	Up to 12 (8 recommended)
App Control	Free iOS and Android app (a-live)
Included Accessories	Quick Start Guide, Power Supply, RCA Cable x2, Antennas x2
Compliance	FCC Part 15

Frequently Asked Questions - AACEK1W Speco Technologies

How many zones can I control with this system?

You can control up to 12 zones, though 8 zones are recommended for optimal performance.

Does the device support AirPlay and third-party DLNA apps?

Yes, it supports AirPlay and third-party apps like BubbleUPnP.

What online music services are supported?

Supported services include Spotify, Tidal, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Napster, and more.

Can I play local music from USB drives or NAS?

Yes, you can play music from local storage such as USB thumb drives, portable hard disks, and NAS via the app.

What speaker impedance is compatible?

The amplifier supports speakers with impedance from 4 to 16 Ohms.

Does it support high-resolution audio?

Yes, it can decode up to 24bit/192KHz audio files, including APE and FLAC.

How do I set up the device for the first time?

You can configure via the app (iOS/Android) by connecting to the device's hotspot or via a web console at 10.10.10.254, or use a wired LAN connection.

Can I combine zones to play the same music?

Yes, you can merge zones by dragging one zone onto another in the app. The zones will combine in about 30 seconds.

What languages does the app support?

The app auto-detects your device language and supports English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, and more.

Is there a firmware update process?

Yes, the app will notify you when a new firmware is available. It is recommended to update to improve security and add features.

USER MANUAL AACEK1W Speco Technologies

Wireless Multizone Audio Distribution System

AA1 Wireless +tereo Distribution Amplifier

Quick +tart ⑦uide

Stream. Control. Entertain.

Introduction

This class D digital amplifier has great performance and is flexible enough to satisfy picky residential audio enthusiasts while simultaneously meeting the demands of commercial installations. With the free i⑭+ and Android applications you can easily control your smart audio system to stream and distribute music in up to 12 zones. You can stream the same music to all zones or different music to different zones, no matter if the music is from local storage like cell phone memory, NA+, U+B flash disk and hard disk or from online streaming services such as +potify, Tidal, Tune⑨n, i⑧eart>adio, Napster, etc.

In This Box

Front view of a black electronic device with two antennas and labeled ports (STATUS, LINE OUT, VOLUME, TREBLE, BASS) on the back panel.

• AA1 x1
• Quick +tart ⑦uide x 1
  • ⑮ower supply x1

• ⑤A cable x2

• Antennas x2

What You Need For Installation

• Wifi >outer
• +peakers
  • 14-2 to 18-2 +peaker Wire
  • +mall-head (eyeglass type) +crewdriver
  • ⑬obile device or ⑤omputer

Interface and Functions

① WiFi Antenna: Used for WiFi connection
② Reset: Used to reset the device if you have a problem with your WiFi connection
③ Subwoofer out: Used to connect to an active subwoofer
④ Network connection: RJ45 used to connect to a wired Ethernet network
⑤ ⑫ine input: Analog input used to connect audio devices via an RCA cable
⑥ ⑭ optical: Used to provide digital input from a 2.1 optical equipped device
⑦ USB input: Used to connect local storage devices
⑧ Speaker terminals: ⑮ hoenix speaker terminal used to connect to 8 ⑭hms speakers
⑨ ⑮ power input: DC power input used to connect the power adaptor
⑩ ⑬ mobile wireless antenna: Used to pair with mobile devices using a popular wireless service

Interface and Functions (Cont.)

⑪ LED: Indicates the status of the device

Blinking White: Power on or Network Connecting

Solid White: Network connected, WiFi and USB streaming

Solid Blue: Wireless Input Active

Solid Green: Line Input Active

Solid Purple: Optical Input Active

⑫ Pre out: Used to provide analog signal to another amplifier
⑬ Volume: Used to manually tune the device volume
⑭ Treble: Used to manually tune the treble
⑮ Bass: Used to manually tune the bass

How it works

graph LR
    A["Smart Device"] --> B["USB"]
    B --> C["NAS"]
    C --> D["Cloud Music"]
    D --> E["Cloud Service"]
    E --> F["WiFi Router"]
    G["AA1"] --> H["Speaker"]
    H --> I["Speaker"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

Installation Guide

1. Unpack your system

Verify all accessories are included in your box.

2. Install your system

⑮ lace your amplifier at a safe and proper location. An integrated mounting bracket allows mounting to a wall or surface, but we suggest making sure you complete all installation steps before permanently mounting.

3. Connect your system

Speaker Wiring Diagrams (Note that the AS1 can handle speakers from 4 to 16 Ohms impedance)

graph TD
    A["4 Ohm Load"] --> B["Left"]
    A --> C["Right"]
    D["8 Ohms"] --> E["8 Ohms"]
    F["9 Ohms"] --> G["9 Ohms"]
    B --> H["Ground"]
    C --> H
    E --> H
    G --> H

Speaker Wire Connection

⑮ properly wire and connect the phoenix speaker terminals on the amplifier with the inputs on your speaker, noting positive and negative terminals match with the positive and negative terminals on your speaker.

Power connection

⑮ower the amplifier with the power adaptor included in the accessories. ⑨t is recommended to connect the adapter into the amplifier first, and then plug the A⑤ plug into your wall or other outlet.

graph LR
    A["Input"] --> B["Process"]
    B --> C["Output"]

4. Download the App

Download the a-live application from the App +tore for i⑭+ and ⑦oogle ⑮lay for Android.

5. Configure

Option 1-Configuration via app

-⑤connect your ⑬obile Device to your Wifi Network
-⑭pen the application③ press Add Device(+)③choose settings③ choose the a-live_xxxx hotspot③ after connecting, press the 'turn back' on your W⑫AN settings③ the app will jump to the configuration step③choose the 2.4⑦ network and enter the password③ wait for the device to be configured.

a-live

Option 2- Configuration via Web console

-1. ⑮ower the device.
-2. ⑤hoose the hotspot(a4live_xxxx) in the WiFi settings on your cell phone or computer and connect.
-3. ⑭ pen your browser and enter 10.10.10.254 in the address bar.
-4. ⑦o for WiFi ③ choose your 2.4⑦ router ③ enter the password ③ click connect ③ wait for the device to be configured.

Option 3-Connection via LAN

-⑮ower the device
-⑮lug in the wired cable to the R⑩45 ⑥thernet, the device will show on the app in about 10 seconds.

App Photo Gallery:

Playback

Your Device ⑫ist will show all available zones. ⑮ress a zone to see the information on the current source. While on the view for the source, swipe right to reveal the available sources. From there, you can select what you want to hear next, or swipe left to return to the currently playing source.

You also have the ability to combine zones so that each zone is playing the same source at the same time.

⑩ust press your finger on the zone you want to play what another zone is playing until it indicates it is ready to merge. Then, drag it on top of the master zone and release. ⑨n roughly 30 seconds, the zones will combine.

To separate zones, repeat the process, but this time drag the zone you want to free below the dotted line.

Streaming from mobile device memory/NAS/Online Music Services

These screens let you access your available music, whether it be hard files on your network or connected to your a-live hardware, or what streaming options you've selected to be available.

By selecting “+ Add ⑬ ore Services,” you can see the list of what services are available for you to add for your listening pleasure. This list will be updated over time as we continually work to bring new services to a-live.

Device Settings

Through device settings you can set an alarm clock or sleep timer, get technical information on your speaker, or rename it.

Firmware update

a-live will notify you in your app when there is a new firmware version available. ⑨t's recommended to update firmware whenever available as this might not only correct bugs or improve security, but could also add new features or services.

a-live

FAQ

Q: Do your devices support airplay and third-party D⑫NA apps④

A: Yes. They support airplay and third-party apps like BubbleU⑮N⑮...

Q: ⑧ow many zones can you group on one system④

A: 12 rooms is the maximum, while 8 zones are recommended.

Q: What distance can your wireless audio system cover④

A: ⑭nce the system is connected to your WiFi router, you can stream your music anywhere there is a WiFi signal.

Q: ⑤an it play high resolution music④

A: Yes. ⑭ur devices can play A⑮⑥ and F⑫A⑤ within the normal bit rate range. They also support decoding 24bit/192khz music files.

Q: ⑧ ow many languages do you support ④

A: ⑭ur devices will auto-detect your mobile device language and change automatically. ⑤ currently, we support ⑥ english, French, ⑦ erman, +panish, ⑤ hinese, ⑮ ortuguese, ⑪ orean and ⑩ apanese and more on the way.

Q: What online music services do you support④

A: +notify, Tidal, i⑧eart>adio, Tunein, Napster, and more, with more pending.

Q: ⑤an ⑨ play local music④

A: Yes. You can play music from “⑬Y ⑬U+⑨⑤” on the application from local storage devices such as mobile device storage, U+B thumb drives, portable hard disk and NA+.

Q: ⑤ an a-live work with Windows devices ④

A: The Windows application is not available at the moment, but on the Windows ⑮⑤, users can use iTunes, Foobar2000 and +notify connect as a line input.

Technical Specifications

Amplifier Output 2 x 80W Max
Amplifier Impedance 4-16 Ohms
Wireless network IEEE802.11 b/g/n 2.4G
LAN single 10/100M RJ45
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20KHz
Power input DC 32V, 5A
Audio Source Input USB 2.0, Coaxial, Analog RCA, Optical(2.1)
Audio Source Output Analog RCA
Treble	Yes
Bass	Yes
Volume Knob	Yes
Dimensions:	6.25 “ L x 5.75 “ W x 1.6 “ H
Weight	1.2 Lbs.
Music format	MP3/AAC/AAC+/ALAC/APE/WAV
Decoding	Up to 24bit/192KHz

This device complies with part 15 of the F⑤⑤ rules. ⑭peration is subject to the following two conditions① 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.

@⑤copyright 2018 by +peco Technologies. All >ights >eserved.

The information contained in this guide is intended to be accurate and reliable. +peco Technologies assumes no responsibility for any errors contained in this guide. +peco Technologies reserves the rights to make changes in the specifications and/or design of the above mentioned product without prior notice. The diagrams contained in this guide may also not fully represent the product that you are using and they are for illustration purposes. +peco Technologies assumes no responsibility for any differences between the product mentioned in this guide and the product you purchased.

Rev. 4/2/2020