IFREEDOM A-250 WIRELESS SPEAKER - Wireless speaker SAITEK - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	2.1 Wireless Speaker
Brand	SAITEK
Model	IFREEDOM A-250 WIRELESS SPEAKER
Power source	4 AA batteries (up to 24 h) or supplied AC adapter
Wireless connection type	USB transmitter (30 m range)
Wired input	3.5 mm jack for MP3 player, iPod, etc.
Main functions	Play, pause, next/previous track, volume, mute, source selection
Display	Backlit LCD screen (battery level, volume, status, connection)
Audio components	Two tweeters + one subwoofer, digital 2.1 stereo sound
Audio technology	Active bass, noise reduction
PC compatibility	Windows 2000/XP (USB transmitter)
Remote control	Buttons on speaker: volume, play, track, pause, stop, source
Internet radio listening	Possible via PC media player with limited controls
Care and cleaning	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive products.
Safety	Prolonged listening at high volume may damage hearing.
Spare parts and repairability	Standard AA batteries, supplied AC adapter. No specific spare parts listed.
General information	Indoor use. Avoid metal obstacles between speaker and transmitter.

Frequently Asked Questions - IFREEDOM A-250 WIRELESS SPEAKER SAITEK

How do I connect the USB transmitter to my computer?

Turn on your computer, insert the USB transmitter into a free port. Press the blue button on the transmitter for one second to turn it on. The computer will recognize it automatically. If not, check in the control panel that 'USB audio' is selected as the default device.

What to do if no sound comes out of the speaker while music is playing on the PC?

Check that the speaker volume is not at 0 (press '+'), that the PC volume is not muted, that the speaker is within 30 meters of the computer without large metal obstacles, and that the batteries are sufficiently charged.

The speaker does not find the transmitter: what to do?

Make sure the USB transmitter is on (blue button). The speaker screen shows '-----' and the wireless indicator flashes during search. If connection fails, move the speaker closer to the computer and away from metal objects.

How to switch between wireless connection and 3.5 mm jack input?

Press and hold the '▶' (Play/Pause) button for 3 seconds. The screen displays 'LINE' for wired mode. To return to wireless, press and hold the '▶' button again for 3 seconds.

Can I use rechargeable batteries?

Yes, you can use rechargeable AA batteries. However, they must be removed from the speaker to be recharged. The speaker does not charge them.

How to mute the sound?

Press the '+' and '-' buttons simultaneously. The screen displays 'MUTE'. To restore sound, press '+' or '-'. The volume will return to its previous level.

The LCD screen does not light up or turns off quickly, is this normal?

The LCD screen turns off automatically after 10 seconds of inactivity to save battery. It turns back on as soon as you press a button. If the screen remains off despite this, check the batteries.

What is the maximum range of the wireless connection?

The range is approximately 30 meters in open field. Metal obstacles or thick walls may reduce this range. If signal is lost, the screen shows '-----' and the indicator flashes.

Can I use the speaker with an iPod or MP3 player?

Yes, connect a 3.5 mm jack cable from your player to the LINE input of the speaker (right rear panel). Press and hold the '▶' button for 3 seconds to switch to wired mode. Then use the player's controls to change tracks.

The speaker does not respond to commands from my media player: what to do?

Close and restart the media player software on your PC. Avoid using PC commands at the same time as speaker commands. Use only the speaker buttons to control playback.

USER MANUAL IFREEDOM A-250 WIRELESS SPEAKER SAITEK

This Saitek A-250 wireless speaker system allows you to access your entire PC music library from anywhere in and around your home. Reliable high-fidelity wireless technology streams your music or internet radio to powered speakers which provide exceptional clarity and bass performance.

CONNECTING THE WIRELESS TRANSMITTER

Switch your computer on if you haven't already done so. Find a free USB port (preferably on the front of your computer or on your keyboard) and insert the Wireless speaker system transmitter into it. Press the blue button switch on top of the transmitter for one second to turn it on. The button will flash blue while the transmitter is establishing a wireless connection and will stop flashing and remain lit when communication is established.

The computer should automatically recognise the transmitter. Please see the Troubleshooting section at the end of this guide if your computer does not recognise the transmitter.

POWERING UP

Open the battery compartment on the bottom of your Saitek Wireless Speaker System.

Insert four AA batteries in the direction shown.

Replace the battery compartment cover.

Press the “ ” button for one second. The button should glow green and the LCD screen will illuminate.

PLAYING MUSIC

Open the music player on your PC (Windows Media Player, iTunes etc). Select the album or playlist you want to hear and press "play". The computer should automatically play the music through the USB transmitter rather than its speakers or headphone socket. Please see the Troubleshooting section at the end of this guide if the Wireless Speaker system does not start to play the music from your computer.

CONTROLLING MUSIC

Once you have selected an album or playlist on your computer's media player you can control the music using the buttons on the Wireless speaker system.

Press "▶" to start the music

Press "▶" to pause the music

Press "III" to start the music again

Press "▶" to skip to the next track in the list

Press "K" to return to the previous track in the list

Press “+” to increase the speaker system's volume

Press "■" to decrease the speaker system's volume

Press “ ” to turn off the wireless speaker system

Press “+” and “-” together to mute the output.

Press "▶" for 3 seconds to switch between the Wireless and the 3.5mm jackplug (LINE) input (The default source is wireless when you initially turn on the speaker system).

CONNECTING TO A MUSIC PLAYER OTHER THAN A COMPUTER

If you want to connect to a music source such as an iPod or other MP3 player not using the computer USB wireless transmitter, plug one end of the 3.5 mm jackplug cable supplied into the MP3 player and the other end into the Socket on the rear right-hand side of your wireless speaker system.

Press the Play/Pause control for three seconds to switch the audio source from wireless to 3.5mm jackplug inout.

If you are using the audio cable to connect, use the controls on your music player to control track selection, stop start etc, and not the controls on your wireless speaker system.

LISTENING TO INTERNET RADIO

Connect your computer to the internet and open your preferred radio station. When your wireless speaker system is switched on you should hear the radio station through the speakers. Please note that you will be able to control programmes only if your internet radio player accepts standard media controls.

BATTERIES AND AC ADAPTER

Your Saitek 2.1 Wireless Speaker system requires 4 × AA batteries. With normal use these should last for up to 24hrs play.

Please note that you can also use rechargeable batteries in your wireless speaker system - these must be taken out of the battery compartment to be recharged. To save battery life or when the batteries have expired, if you are near a mains power source you can power the wireless speaker system using the AC Adapter supplied. Simply plug it into a mains socket and then plug the cable into the power socket on the rear right-hand side of the wireless speaker system.

Note that the speaker system will only function at its highest volume when the connected to the AC Adapter.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My computer does not recognise the wireless transmitter

Check that the switch on top of the wireless transmitter is in the "on" position. PC - Please go to Settings, Control Panel, select Sounds and Audio devices, Audio Device tab, and select USB audio as default audio device.

My computer is turned on, music playing on the media player and wireless speaker system turned on but I cannot hear any sound

Check that the wireless speaker system volume is not at 0. Press the "+" button to increase volume until you can hear the music.

Check that your PC system volume is not at 0. If it is, increase the volume control to the desired level. Likewise, if you are using the 3.5mm jackplug input, check that your music player's volume setting is not at 0.

Check that the speaker system is within 30m range of your computer and that there are no solid metal barriers blocking the wireless signal. If necessary, move the speaker system nearer the computer and remove any large obstructions.

Check that the batteries have not run out. If the battery level indicator is at 0, replace the batteries.

Music is playing through my speaker system but the pause, previous track/next track buttons do not work.

Ensure the music player window on PC is not minimised. If it is, maximise it and the controls will work correctly.

When I stop or play tracks directly on my computer's music player, the speaker system will no longer control the computer.

When you first turn your speaker system on it will automatically tell your computer's music player to stop playing. The Saitek speaker system will then be able to directly control the stop and play functions on your music player. To avoid "confusing" the computer, always control tracks using your speaker system's controls and not your computer.

If your music player does not respond to your speaker system's controls, quit and then restart the music player application.

LCD DISPLAY

The Saitek A-250 Wireless speaker system is equipped with a backlit LCD display which indicates battery life, volume, play status, and wireless or wired connection. The screen backlighting illuminates when you press “ ” and after any key press. After 10 seconds, the backlighting switches off to save power.

When you switch the wireless speaker system on the unit will automatically "look" for the wireless transmitter to connect.

While the speaker system is looking for the transmitter, the LCD screen will show "-----" and the wireless indicator will flash to show that the wireless link is not established. When the transmitter has been discovered and both units are ready, the wireless indicator stops flashing and will show "OK".

If the connection to the transmitter is lost or not established (perhaps because it is out of range), the LCD will show “-----” and the wireless indicator will flash again.

PLAY

When "III" is pressed, the display reads PLAY until another command is entered. Your speaker system should now be playing music from your computer.

VOLUME

Each press of “+” raises the volume by 1 level. Pressing the “+” button causes the display to show the current volume level and the volume level is displayed for 3 seconds after the last volume button press. After 3 seconds, the display reverts back to the previously displayed message, eg, PLAY or PAUSE.

The volume display ranges from MUTE,VOL 1,VOL 2,VOL 3,to VOL 9,and VOL10.

There are 10 volume levels, and MUTE.

The volume level is also represented by 10 horizontal bars, the number of bars represents the volume level, eg,VOL I = 1 bar,VOL 5 = 5 bars.

Pressing and holding the "+" button raises the volume continuously.

VOLUME DOWN is a similar operation to VOLUME UP. Each press of “- ” decreases the volume by 1 level. When the Volume is set to 0, MUTE is displayed.

MUTE

Pressing the "+" and "-" keys together will mute the output and the display will read MUTE. Pressing either "+" or "-" button makes the volume revert back to the last setting.

PAUSE

When “III” is pressed during playing, PAUSE is displayed continuously on the LCD and the music will be paused.

PREVIOUS TRACK

Pressing “K” displays PREV. This selects and plays the previous track unless your music player is at the start of the play list. After half a second, the display reverts back to the previously displayed text.

NEXT TRACK

Pressing “ ” displays NEXT for half a second. This selects and plays the next track unless your music player is at the end of the play list. The display them reverts back to the previously displayed text.

BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR

Battery life is represented by 10 horizontal bars that indicate the remaining amount of operation time.

When the battery level is down to the last bar, the battery icon starts to flash and BATT is displayed on screen.

AUDIO SOURCE SELECTION

If the "III" button is pressed for 3 seconds, the audio source switches between the Wireless and the 3.5mm jackplug (LINE) input (The default source is wireless when you initially turn on the speaker system).

After power up, if the “▶” button is pressed for 3 seconds, LINE is displayed on the LCD. The Wireless indicator is now switched off, and the 3.5mm jackplug LINE input is enabled.

If LINE is the source, Volume UP “+” and Volume Down “-” operate as normal but you will be unable to control track selection. To switch back to the wireless audio source, press and hold “▶” button for 3 seconds. The unit switches back to the wireless mode, and after the signal is found, the LCD shows OK.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

True digital 2.1 stereo delivered through two tweeters and sub-woofer
- Speaker technology with active crossover boosts bass clarity and reduces noise for outstanding audio response
- LCD display and volume, play, next track, previous track, pause and stop buttons to control your PC
- Reliable high-quality wireless link receives and controls audio within 30m range
- Wireless connection to PC only (requires Windows 2000/XP)
- Connect to MP3, CD and portable media players via 3.5mm jack audio cable (provided)
- Requires 4 x AA batteries (for up to 24hrs play) and AC adapter

FRANÇAIS

A-250

WIRELESS

2.1 SPEAKER SYSTEM

WARNING: Prolonged use at high volume may damage your hearing.

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A-250 Wireless 2.1 Speaker System

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