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USER MANUAL inMotion Air iMW725 ALTEC LANSING

Altec Lansing inMotion Air Universal Wireless Speaker Haut-parleur universel sans fil inMotionAir d’Altec Lansing Altavoz inalámbrico universal inMotionAir de Altec Lansing Alto-falantes sem fio universais inMotionAir da Altec Lansing Altopalante wireless universale Altec Lansing inMotionAir Kabelloser Universallautsprecher Altec Lansing inMotionAir Универсальная беспроводная акустическая система Altec Lansing inMotion Air Altec Lansing inMotionAir trådlös universalhögtalare Altec Lansing inMotionAir Universal langaton kaiutin iMW725 User Guide Guia do Usuário Руководство пользователя Guide d’utilisation Manuale utente Bruksanvisning Guía del usuario Bedienungsanleitung Käyttöopasii Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Altec Lansing inMotion Air speaker. inMotion Air is a Bluetooth-enabled speaker that’s designed to go where you go and receive streaming audio from your computer or any Bluetooth-enabled portable audio device. No cables. No docks. No complications. Just true wireless freedom. Please carefully read this User Guide for instructions on setting up and using the inMotion Air speaker. Prior to installing or operating the inMotion Air speaker, refer to the important product safety information. Getting Assistance The answers to most setup and performance questions can be found in the Troubleshooting section of this guide. You can also consult the frequently asked questions (FAQ) in the customer support section of our Web site at www.alteclansing.com. If you live in North America and still can’t find the information you need, please call our customer service team for assistance before returning this product to your retailer under their return policy. Tel: 800-258-3288 (Toll Free in US and Canada) Email: csupport@alteclansing.com If you live outside of North America, please visit our Web site at www.alteclansing.com and select your region to locate your country’sdistributor. For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check our Web site at www.alteclansing.com. International Distribution International customers: For information regarding the distribution of Altec Lansing products in your country, please visit www.alteclansing.com and click on your region. Registering Your Product Visit www.alteclansing.com to register your product online, so we can provide you with the best possible service and technical support. FCC Compliance Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 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.1

CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain ormoisture.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water. This apparatus shall not be exposed to

dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or

other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A

polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the

manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury fromtip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.

15. Do not install in an area which impedes the access to the power plug. Disconnecting

the power plug is the only way to completely remove power to the product and must be readily accessible at all times.

16. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in

Package Contents AC adapter Full-featured remote Altec Lansing inMotion Air speaker USB wireless transmitter4 Speaker Features and Indicators Track back button Volume increase button Bluetooth status LED Play/pause button Bluetooth source LED Auxiliary input LED Power LED Source selection and pairing button Volume decrease button Track forward button Input jack for AC adapter Auxiliary jack for non-Bluetooth-Enabled music players Shipping and long-term storage switch Power on/off button5

Full-featured Remote Details USB Wireless Transmitter Features andIndicators Expanded Sound Stage (ESS) technology button Volume decrease button Power on/off button Track back button Headphones/Line out jack for a second set of speakers Volume increase button Play/pause button Launch button Mute button Source button Pairing button/ Status LED Track forward button NOTE For best results, aim the remote toward the inMotion Air speaker.6 Getting Started Place your inMotion Air speaker on a desk, bookshelf, counter, or other hard surface. To maximize the wireless range of the speaker, we recommend you place the speaker (and the USB transmitter, when pairing with a computer) at least 1 meter (3 feet) above ground level. How to Install the AC Adapter 1 Make sure the shipping and long- term storage switch is in the “ON” position. 2 Connect the AC adapter cable plug into the speaker’s jack. The jack is located on the back of the inMotion Air speaker. 3 Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. WARNING Use of an AC adapter other than the one supplied with your inMotion Air speaker may damage the product. Use only the supplied AC adapter. How to Charge the Lithium-Ion Battery Your inMotion Air speaker includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. This battery should be fully charged before initial use of the speaker. 1 Make sure the shipping and long-term storage switch is in the “ON” position. 2 Connect the speaker to a wall outlet. See the How to Install the AC Adapter section. When the speaker is powered on, the “POWER” LED will turn green. When the speaker is off, there is no visual indication that the battery is charging, but it will continue charging until fully charged, as long as the speaker is connected to a wall outlet. 3 Allow the battery to charge for a few hours. WARNING During the recharging process, it is typical for the battery to become warm. To be safe, keep flammable materials away from thespeaker. WARNING To maintain optimal battery performance, (1) fully charge the battery before initial use, (2) make sure the battery is fully charged and the shipping and long-term storage switch is in the “OFF” position before storage, and (3) recharge the battery at least once a month. A full battery charge will provide up to 6 hours of continuous playing time. The “POWER” LED indicates the battery charge level:

• Blinking amber: Very low When the “POWER” LED begins blinking amber, you should recharge the battery, as the speaker is about to automatically shut down.7

Getting Started How to Connect the Full-featured Remote Battery The remote battery (included) is installed at the factory. However, there is a piece of plastic film inserted between the battery and the remote’s contacts to prevent the battery from draining during shipping. 1 Pull the plastic film out of the remote. How to Replace the Full-Featured Remote Battery 1 Pull the battery holder out about halfway. The battery holder is located on the lower end of the back of the remote. Use a fingernail to pull the latch toward the centerline of remote while using another fingernail to simultaneously pull the battery holder out of the remote. 2 Remove the used battery and replace it with an identical battery. 3 Push the battery holder back into the remote, making sure the battery stays in place. You will hear and feel the latch click. NOTE Please discard used batteries properly. How to Turn On Your Speaker 1 Make sure you have power to the unit. Ensure the AC adapter is connected to the system and plugged into the wall, or that the rechargeable battery is fully charged. See the Getting Started and How to Charge the Lithium-Ion Battery sections for more information. 2 Turn the unit on. Press the button on either the speaker or the remote until the speaker turns on. How to Turn Off Your Speaker Turn off the unit. Press the button on either the speaker or the remote. NOTE Whenever you are finished listening to your music, please remember to turn off your speaker and computer or portable audio device to conserve electricity. NOTE If you are not going to use your inMotion Air speaker for more than a few weeks, set the shipping and long-term storage switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the speaker.8 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Plug the Bluetooth USB wireless transmitter into your computer. Plug the transmitter into any available USB port on your computer containing music files and raise its antenna. NOTE No computer driver software is needed for the USB transmitter. Computers perceive the USB transmitter as a standard USB audio device. 3 Turn on the inMotion Air speaker. 4 Pairing of the inMotion Air speaker and the USB wireless transmitter is automatic. The speaker and transmitter’s pairing mode should automatically activate as soon as you turn the speaker on and plug the transmitter into the USB port for the first time. If you need to re-initiate the pairing mode, follow these instructions: Press and hold the “SOURCE/PAIR” button on the speaker until the “B/T STATUS” LED begins to alternate red and blue. Press and hold the “PAIR” button on the transmitter until the LED begins to alternate red and blue. Once both the speaker and the transmitter are in pairing mode, they should pair automatically. 5 Launch your music application software. Launch your music application on your computer by pushing the “LAUNCH” button on the remote or accessing the program directly on your desktop. NOTE The USB wireless transmitter must be plugged into the computer before you launch your music player application (e.g. iTunes, Windows Media Player and more), an Internet browser to access Pandora or any other music application. If the transmitter is inserted while the music player application is running, music will not play until the application is closed and then re-opened. NOTE When streaming music from the transmitter, it is recommended that the computer’s operating system’s mixer volume and music player application both be set at maximum. For more detailed instructions on how to adjust the volume settings on your operating system, visit us at www.alteclansing.com/iMW725. NOTE The “LAUNCH” button will launch your system’s default media player. For more detailed instructions on how to change the default media player on your operating system, visit us at www.alteclansing.com/iMW725. 6 Make sure your computer is within range of the inMotion Air speaker. The USB wireless transmitter has an open-air range of up to 100meters (333 feet), allowing you to stream music from computers located virtually anywhere in the house. Once paired, the “B/T SOURCE” LED will light amber and the “B/TSTATUS” LED will slowly blink blue. On the transmitter, the LEDwill slowly blink blue as well. NOTE The inMotion Air speaker can also be connected directly to a Bluetooth-enabled laptop or netbook. For more detailed instructions on pairing, visit us at www.alteclansing.com. NOTE Actual range will vary depending on your home layout, wall location, construction materials, and the presence of other radio frequency (RF) devices. How to Listen to Music from Your Computer9

NOTE To pair a second inMotion Air speaker (not included) to the same transmitter, follow the pairing instructions in step 4. You can now enjoy your wireless music in multiple rooms simultaneously. 7 Find your desired song. 8 Start your music playing. 9 Adjust the volume. TIP You can use a remote app on your mobile device (such as the Apple Remote app for iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad available on iTunes) or the media player on your computer to control playback. In addition to streaming music to your inMotion Air speaker in a different room, you may enjoy music in the same room as your computer using another set of non-wireless speakers. 1 Follow steps 1 – 6 in the “How to Listen to Music from Your Computer” section 2 Locate a different set of speakers. 3 Locate a 3.5mm stereo cable (not included). 4 Plug one end of the stereo cable into your second set of speakers. 5 Plug the other end of the stereo cable into the Headphones/ Line Out jack on the USB wireless transmitter. 6 Find your desired song. 7 Start your music playing. 8 Adjust the volume. How to Simultaneously Stream Music to Your inMotion Air Speaker and a Second Set of Non-wireless Speakers10 How to Listen to Your Bluetooth- Enabled Music Player How to Listen to Your Non-Bluetooth- Enabled Portable Audio Device 1 Turn on your speaker. 2 Put the speaker in pairing mode. Press and hold the “SOURCE/PAIR” button until the “B/TSTATUS” LED begins to alternate red and blue. 3 Put your portable audio device in Bluetooth pairing mode. See your device’s user manual for specific instructions. Your device will search for the inMotion Air speaker. If you are asked for a passkey, enter 0000. 4 Make sure your portable audio device is within range of the inMotion Air speaker. Most Bluetooth-enabled phones and music players have a range of approximately 10 meters (33 feet). Your portable audio device should be within this range of the speaker. Once paired, the “B/TSOURCE” LED will blink amber and the “B/TSTATUS” LED will slowly blink blue. 5 Start your portable audio device playing. 6 Adjust the volume. 7 Find your desired song. If your portable audio device isn’t Bluetooth-equipped, you can enjoy it through your inMotion Air speaker as well. Just connect it via the AUX jack. Here’s how: 1 Locate a 3.5mm stereo cable (not included). 2 Plug one end of the stereo cable into your portable audio device. Your portable audio device should have either a headphone or LINE OUT jack for you to plug into. 3 Plug the other end of the stereo cable into your speaker’s AUX jack. The AUX jack is located on the back of the speaker. 4 Turn on your speaker. 5 Select “AUX” mode. Press the “SOURCE/PAIR” button on your speaker or the “SOURCE” button on the remote until the “AUX” LED lights up (amber). 6 Turn on your portable audio device and start the music playing. 7 Adjust the volume. NOTE You may need to adjust the portable audio device volume also. Your portable audio device’s volume should be set to approximately ¾ volume. 8 Find your desired song.11

How to Find Your Desired SongHow to Play/Pause Your Music The speaker and remote are capable of controlling playback on your Bluetooth-enabled portable audio device as well as your computer when the USB wireless transmitter is attached to it. Alternately, you can use a remote app on your mobile device (such as the Apple Remote app for iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad available on iTunes) or the media player on your computer to control playback. Begin playing a selected track. Press the button on either the speaker or the remote. Music from your computer or portable audio device will start playing through the inMotion Air speaker. Pause the selected track. Press the button again on either the speaker or the remote. The music will be paused. How to Adjust the Volume Turn up the volume. Press and hold the “+” button on the speaker or the “VOL +” button on the remote until the desired volume is reached. Turn down the volume. Press and hold the “–” button on the speaker or the “VOL –” button on the remote until the desired volume is reached. Skip to the beginning of the current song. Press the button on the speaker or remote. Skip to the beginning of the next song. Press the button on the speaker or remote. NOTE The skip functions are not compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled portable audio devices. NOTE Some audio playback applications will not accept track control commands if the application is minimized. How to Activate Expanded Sound Stage (ESS) Technology Proprietary ESS technology widens the stereo image to fill a room with sound. Activate ESS. Press the “ESS” button on your remote once. Turn off ESS. Press the “ESS” button again.12 How to Mute the Audio Mute the sound. Press the “MUTE” button on your remote once. Unmute the sound. Press the “MUTE” button again. How to Launch Your Music Player Application Launch the default music player application on your computer. Press the “LAUNCH” button on your remote once. NOTE The launch function is not compatible with all computer operating systems. Automatic Shutdown To help conserve power, your inMotion Air speaker will automatically shut down if it doesn’t detect an audio signal from either the wireless or AUXinput. Battery-only power: 4 minutes AC adapter power: 10 minutes To turn the speaker back on, press the button on either the speaker or the remote until the speaker turns on. Place the inMotion Air speaker on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat. Protect your furniture with a piece of cloth or other protective material when placing your inMotion Air speaker on a natural wood or lacquered finish. Clean your inMotion Air speaker with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water. Stronger cleaning agents, such as benzene, thinner or similar materials, can damage the surface of the unit. How to Maintain Your Speaker13

Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Problem Solution Speaker system doesn’t respond (no power) AC adapter isn’t plugged into a wall outlet or the connector isn’t plugged into the power supply jack on the back of the speaker. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet and plug the connector into the power supply jack on the back of the speaker. Wall outlet is not functioning. Plug another device into the same outlet to determine if the outlet is working. The lithium-ion battery is drained. Make sure the shipping and long-term storage switch is in the “ON” position and recharge the battery by plugging the AC adapter into a wall outlet and the connector into the power supply jack on the back of the speaker. The power isn’t turned on. Turn on the speaker system by pressing the button. The “Power” LED lights up. Portable audio device doesn’t respond to the speaker or remote Your portable audio device’s software is too old. Upgrade software on your portable audio device by visiting the manufacturer’s Web site. Portable audio device is locked up. Please make sure your Bluetooth-enabled portable audio device is working properly before pairing it with the inMotion Air speaker. Refer to your manufacturer’s manual for details. Your Bluetooth-enabled portable audio device doesn’t respond to the , and other functions. Your portable audio device is not compatible with the inMotion Air control functions.14 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Problem Solution No sound from computer with USB wireless transmitter Pairing may have failed. If either the “B/T STATUS” LED or the LED on the transmitter – or both – are solid red, pairing has failed. Try pairing the USB wireless transmitter and the speaker again. The USB wireless transmitter may have been plugged into the computer after the music player application had been launched. Close the music player application and relaunch it. No sound from the portable audiodevice Pairing may have failed. If the “B/T STATUS” LED is solid red, pairing has failed. Try pairing the Bluetooth-enabled portable audio device and the speaker again. No sound from the AUX device, such as an MP3 player or CD player connected to the AUX jack Volume on the device is set too low. Increase the volume on the device to approximately ¾ full volume. Source selector is not set to AUX. Press the “SOURCE/PAIR” button once. The “AUX” LED should light up. Sound is distorted Volume level is set too high. Decrease the volume. Sound source is distorted. If the original sound source (sound file) is of poor quality, distortion and noise are easily noticed with high-power speakers. Try a different audio source such as a music CD.15

Symptom Possible Problem Solution Full-featured remote doesn’t work Battery is weak. Replace current battery with a new battery. Remote is not pointed toward the speaker. Point the remote toward the inMotion Air speaker and move within 10 feet of the unit. The speaker exhibits erratic or unexpected behavior; controls do not function Static electricity, momentary interruption of power or abnormal operating conditions may be responsible.

1. Disconnect the AC adapter cable plug from the speaker’s jack.

2. Wait 20–30 seconds.

3. Reconnect the AC adapter cable plug to the speaker’s jack.

The lithium-ion battery is drained. Make sure the shipping and long-term storage switch is in the “ON” position and recharge the battery by plugging the AC adapter into a wall outlet and the connector into the power supply jack on the back of the speaker. Troubleshooting16

ALTEC LANSING ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

(TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY IN THE EUROPEAN UNION) What Does the Warranty Cover? Altec Lansing warrants that its products shall be free from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below. What Is the Period of Coverage? For units purchased in European Union, this warranty runs for two years from the date of purchase. For units not purchased in Europe, this warranty runs for one year from the date of purchase. The term of any warranties implied by law shall expire when your limited warranty expires. Some states and/or Member States in the European Union do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. What Does the Warranty Not Cover? This warranty does not cover any defect, malfunction or failure that occurs as a result of: improper installation; misuse or failure to follow the product directions; abuse; or use with improper, unintended orfaulty equipment. (For information on proper installation, operation and use consult the manual suppliedwith the product. If you require a replacement manual, you may download a manual from www.alteclansing.com.) Also, consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, sothe above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. What Will Altec Lansing Do to Correct the Problem? Altec Lansing will, at its option, repair or replace any product that proves to be defective in material or workmanship. If your product is no longer being manufactured, or is out of stock, at its option, Altec Lansing may replace your product with a similar or better Altec Lansing product. How to Get Warranty Service To get a covered product repaired or replaced, you must contact Altec Lansing during the warranty period by email (csupport@alteclansing.com). You must include in your email, your name, address, email address, telephone number, date of purchase and a complete description of the problem you are experiencing. In the United States, you may alternatively contact Altec Lansing by telephone at 1-800-ALTEC88 – please be prepared to provide the same information. If the problem appears to be related to a Warranty defect in material or workmanship, upon proof of purchase Altec Lansing will provide you a return authorization and instructions for return shipment. Return shipments shall be at the customer’s expense. You should insure the shipment as appropriate because you are responsible for the product until it arrives at Altec Lansing. How Will State Law Affect Your Rights? This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Please note that in the European Union, you as a consumer might have other legal rights under national legislation of European Union Member States governing the sale of Altec Lansing’s goods. Those rights are not affected by this guarantee. The above limited warranties and remedies are sole warranties and remedies available to purchaser, if, and to the extent, valid and enforceable under the applicable law. DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EqUIPMENT This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office or your household waste disposal service.17