Introduction
The Acoustic Research ARSWP1
Bluetooth
Wallplate Speaker makes it easy to turn any
outlet into a wireless speaker. It’s compact and simple to use.
This manual covers various connection options and detailed operating instructions
for making the Acoustic Research
Bluetooth
Wallplate Speaker a valued part of your
lifestyle. If, after having reviewed the instructions, you have any questions, please call
toll-free 1-800-732-6866 or visit www.acoustic-research.com.
Important Information
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION
Caution:
To reduce the risk of electric shock - Use Only Indoors
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and
record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These num bers are located on the product.
Model No.: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ____________________________________________________________________________
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, con ve nience
re cep ta cles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
10. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
dam aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the ap pa ra tus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not op er ate
normally, or has been dropped.
Care and Maintenance
• Always use a soft cloth to clean the speaker and transmitter. Never use any product containing alcohol or
other solvents as they may damage the surface.
• Use caution when plugging the power transformers in an AC outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock.
• Do not operate or store the system in extreme temperatures (below 32ºF/0ºC and above 122ºF/50ºC).
Setting Up Bluetooth Wireless
Pairing
Before you stream audio to your wallplate speaker, it must fi rst be paired with your
Bluetooth
enabled device. The process is simple, and in most cases the pairing process
needs to be done only once.
To pair your
Bluetooth
-enabled device with the speaker:
1. Make sure your device’s
Bluetooth
is turned on. See the wireless and/or network
settings menu on your device to check.
2. The fi rst time you plug in your wallplate speaker, the Pairing indicator will begin
blinking rapidly and it will be ready to pair. If the indicator is off, press and hold the
button for 3 seconds to initiate pairing.
3. Open the
Bluetooth
settings menu on your device. Select “Acoustic Research
Wallplate” from the list of devices available (you might have to scan for devices). If
your device asks for a password, enter “0000”.
4. The Pairing indicator turns solid blue to indicate successful connection. The speaker
is now ready for you to stream audio from your device.
5. Turn the volume on your device to at least 3/4 max, then start playing something on
the device. Control the volume using the volume buttons on your device.
Note:
•
If you notice the sound from the speaker is distorted, turn down your device’s volume.
For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the socket-outlet shall
be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing or placed near objects fi lled with liquids.
Model
ARSWP1
Installation and Operation Manual
Bluetooth
Wallplate
Speaker
Tour of the Speaker
Side panel
Pairing indicator
shows the status of the
speaker.
Blue, fast blinking:
The speaker is in
Bluetooth
pairing mode. See the
Bluetooth
Setup section for
more information.
Blue, slow blinking:
The speaker is reconnecting
with the last paired device.
Solid blue:
The speaker is paired with a
Bluetooth
-enabled device and ready to play audio.
Solid green:
Solid green:
The speaker is in standby. Press and
hold the
button to initiate pairing.
–
Press and hold (3 seconds)
puts the speaker in pairing mode for
Bluetooth
setup. See the
Bluetooth
setup section for more
information.
Powering the Speaker
Powering the Speaker System
Plug the speaker into any standard
120V AC wall outlet.
Once the speaker is plugged in, it will
automatically initiate pairing and be
ready to receive a connection from
your phone or other
Bluetooth
device.
Note:
The speaker should be plugged
in so that it stays vertical or lies fl at.
CHARGING YOUR DEVICE
The Acoustic Research ARSWP1
Bluetooth
Wallplate
Speaker charges your mobile device at home.
Connect the USB cable provided with your device to the
USB input jack on the side of the speaker. Connect the
other end of the cable to your device to start charging.
Setting Up Bluetooth Wireless
Reconnecting
The ARSWP1 reconnects automatically with the last paired device. When you leave
the
Bluetooth
operating range, it disconnects. If you come back into the
Bluetooth
operating range within 15 mintues, the speaker will automatically reconnect. You will
need to press play on your device to resume audio streaming. If you have been out of
Bluetooth
range for more than 15 minutes, press the
button for 3 seconds
to reinitiate pairing. Select “Acoustic Research Wallplate” from your phone’s list of
available devices. The speaker will beep once it has been successfully repaired.
Streaming Audio With
Bluetooth
Once you’ve paired and connected your device with the speaker, you can control music
playback from the palm of your hand. Select your music, stop it, change songs and
playlists, all from your device’s screen.
To adjust volume: Use the volume buttons on your device.
To disconnect from the speaker: Either turn
Bluetooth
off on your device or choose
“Disconnect” from the list of options in your device’s
Bluetooth
settings.
To reconnect with the speaker: Press and hold the
button and wait a
few seconds for the speaker to fi nd and connect to your device. If the speaker still
hasn’t found your device (which may happen if, for instance, another device has been
connected after yours) make sure the speaker isn’t connected to another device
currently. Then select the Acoustic Research Wallplate from the list of
Bluetooth
connections available in your device’s
Bluetooth
menu to connect to it.
Turning the Speaker Off
1. Disconnect the speaker from the 120V AC wall outlet.
2. Confi rm that the speaker is off by verifying that the indicator light on the speaker’s
side panel is no longer illuminated.
