Acton III - Speaker MARSHALL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Wireless speaker
Brand	Marshall
Model	Acton III
Wireless connectivity	Bluetooth 5.3
Audio inputs	AUX 3.5 mm, RCA, HDMI ARC
Power supply	Mains (power cable included)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	256 x 150 x 130 mm
Weight	2.8 kg
Controls	Volume, bass, treble, playback/media
Selectable source	Bluetooth, AUX, RCA, HDMI
Companion app	Marshall Bluetooth (iOS and Android)
Network standby mode	Automatic after 10 minutes of inactivity
Factory reset	Hold the media button for 10 seconds
HDMI compatibility	HDMI ARC, 2-channel PCM audio output
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth
Repairability	Spare parts available through authorized service

Frequently Asked Questions - Acton III MARSHALL

How to turn on the Acton III speaker?

Use the power switch on the back. First plug the power cable into the speaker and the wall outlet, then flip the switch to On.

How to connect a device via Bluetooth?

Press the source button to select Bluetooth. Hold the source button until the LED flashes red. On your device, select WOBURN III from the Bluetooth list.

What to do if the speaker does not turn on?

Check that the power cable is properly connected to the speaker and a working wall outlet. If the problem persists, unplug the power cable from the outlet, wait 15 seconds, then plug it back in.

How to switch between audio sources?

Press the source button to cycle through options: Bluetooth, AUX, RCA, and HDMI. The corresponding LED lights up to indicate the active source.

Why is the sound distorted?

The volume of the audio source may be too high. Lower the volume on your source device or reduce the volume, bass, or treble on the speaker using the dedicated controls.

How to connect a TV via HDMI?

Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI ARC port on the speaker and the HDMI ARC port on your TV. Select the HDMI source on the speaker and set the TV to HDMI ARC audio output with the format 2-channel PCM.

How to reset the speaker to factory settings?

Hold the media control (play button) for more than 10 seconds. The speaker resets and all user settings are deleted. Then remove the device from your phone's Bluetooth list.

The speaker heats up at the back, is that normal?

Yes, it's normal. The heat sink at the back dissipates heat from the internal power supply, especially when listening at high volume. The temperature remains within safety limits.

How to clean the speaker?

Use a soft, dry cloth to dust the casing. Do not use chemical or abrasive products. Avoid letting the speaker come into contact with liquids.

Can I connect two Bluetooth devices at the same time?

Yes, the speaker can be connected to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. However, only one device can play music at a time; pause the first device so the second can start playing.

USER MANUAL Acton III MARSHALL

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DEVICE LAYOUT ENGLISH

Marshall ① ② ③ ④ ⑤

① 3.5 MM INPUT

Plug in an analogue audio device with a 3.5 mm stereo jack.

② SOURCE SELECTION

Push the source button to toggle between Bluetooth ^® , AUX, RCA, and HDMI audio sources. A lit indicator shows which source is selected. This can also be selected from the Marshall Bluetooth app.

Caution: Make sure that the volume is set to low on both the speaker and the audio device before using the speaker.

③ AUDIO CONTROLS

Woburn III includes three controls for adjusting the audio.

I. Volume control
II. Bass control
III. Treble control

④ MEDIA CONTROL

Control the audio directly from the top panel when playing via Bluetooth.

I. Push to play or pause
II. Push right to skip forward
III. Push left to skip back
IV. Hold left or right to rewind or fast forward
Playback can also be controlled from the Marshall Bluetooth app.

⑤ POWER SWITCH

Use the power switch to turn the speaker on or off.

⑧ ⑦ ⑥ Marshall ⑨

⑥ RCA INPUT (LEFT AND RIGHT)

Plug in an RCA audio device, such as an RIAA turntable.

⑦ HDMI ARC INPUT

Plug in an HDMI supported TV.

⑧ HEAT SINK

Dissipates heat from the internal power supply.

⑨ POWER INPUT

Use the included mains lead to connect Woburn III to the wall socket.

GETTING STARTED

I. Connect the mains lead to the mains input on your speaker, then connect the mains plug to the wall socket.
II. Use the power switch to turn the speaker on.
III. Download the Marshall Bluetooth app and follow the in-app instructions to set up your speaker.

Important: Always ensure that the mains lead, plug and speaker are compatible with your mains supply and wall socket.

Caution: Always unplug the mains lead from the wall socket before disconnecting it from the speaker.

BLUETOOTH PAIRING

I. Use the source button to select Bluetooth.
II. Push and hold the source button until the Bluetooth LED pulses red.
III. Select WOBURN III from your audio device's Bluetooth list.

Woburn III can be connected to two Bluetooth devices at the same time. If a connected device is playing, a second connected device cannot start playing until the first device is paused.

CONNECTING AN AUX DEVICE

I. Connect a 3.5 mm stereo jack to the AUX input on the top of the speaker.
II. Connect the other end of the lead to the audio output on your audio source.
III. Use the source button to select AUX.

Note: Audio leads are not included.

CONNECTING AN RCA DEVICE

I. Connect a lead with RCA jacks to the RCA input on the back of the speaker.

II. Connect the other end of the lead to the output on your audio source.

III. Use the source button to select RCA.

Note: The turntable must be equipped with an RIAA amplifier or connected via a separate preamplifier. Audio lead and RIAA amplifier are not included.

CONNECTING A TV WITH HDMI

I. Plug an HDMI lead into the HDMI port on the back of Woburn III and the HDMI ARC port on your TV.
II. Turn on the speaker and use the source button to select HDMI.
III. Turn on your TV and select HDMI ARC audio output and choose PCM (2-channel) as format.

If Woburn III is powered on and connected to a TV, turning on the TV will auto-select HDMI as source.

Note: HDMI leads are not included.

For information about your TV's HDMI support, labelling of ports and user instructions, please consult its user manual.

HIGH-DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE

NETWORK STANDBY MODE

Woburn III will go into network standby if left unused for 10 minutes to save energy. Any connected Bluetooth device will be disconnected.

Interact with any control or button on the top panel, reconnect a Bluetooth device or play anything via the physical inputs to wake up the speaker.

PERFORMING A FACTORY RESET

A factory reset will return the speaker to its original settings, excluding any firmware updates.

Note: This will delete all user settings and the speaker needs to be set up again.

I. Push and hold the media control for more than 10 seconds and the speaker will reset.
II. Remove WOBURN III from your audio device's Bluetooth list before pairing again.

MARSHALL BLUETOOTH APP

Download the Marshall Bluetooth app to get the most out of your speaker and keep it up to date with the latest software.

PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION
The speaker does not turn on	The speaker is not connected to mains electricity supply.	Connect the mains lead to the speaker and a working wall socket.
The speaker is not responding	A software problem has occurred.	Unplug the mains power plug from the wall socket, wait for 15 seconds, then plug it in again.
There is no audio or audio is too low	The wrong audio source is selected.	Use the source button to select the audio source.
	The audio device is not connected.	Ensure that the device is connected to Woburn III.
	Volume is set too low on either the audio source or the speaker.	Slightly increase the volume on your audio source or the speaker.
The audio is distorted	Volume is set too high on the audio source.	Turn down the playback volume on the audio source.
	The volume, bass, or treble is set too high on the speaker.	Lower the volume, bass, or treble on the speaker.
Cannot connect or pair with a Bluetooth device	Bluetooth is not enabled on your device (smartphone, tablet, computer).	Activate Bluetooth on your audio device.
	A Bluetooth device is already connected to the speaker.	Disconnect the connected Bluetooth audio device before setting the speaker in pairing mode.
	The speaker is not in pairing mode.	I. Use the source button to select Bluetooth.II. Push the source button until the Bluetooth LED pulses red.
Bluetooth connection drops out	The two Bluetooth devices are too far apart, or the connection is affected due to obstacles.	Move the devices closer to each other so that they are unobstructed by obstacles such as walls or doors.
The back of the speaker is hot to touch	When playing music on high volume for an extended period, the heat generated by the internal power supply is dissipated via the heat sink on the back of the speaker.	The temperature of the heat sink is well within safety limits and the speaker can be used without any corrective actions.

PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION

Bluetooth connection drops out	There is a strong electric field surrounding the speaker. Items such as microwave ovens, wireless network adapters, fluorescent lights and gas cookers use the same frequency range as the Bluetooth device. This may lead to electrical disturbances.	Move the speaker to another spot or turn off or move the interfering electronic device.
Erratic behaviour The speaker is not using the latest firmware version.		Download the Marshall Bluetooth app and connect to the speaker. Follow the in-app instructions to ensure that the speaker has the latest firmware version.
		There is a software error.	Perform a factory reset by pressing the media control for more than 10 seconds. The speaker needs to be set up again, see the GETTING STARTED instructions.

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