M E R L I N
Multi-format Amplifier
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Remote Control
The remote control uses an invisible infra-red light beam, its front edge must be pointed directly towards
the MERLIN, without visual obstruction between them.
MUTE
The MERLIN can be muted through the remote control at any time. Press the MUTE button (crossed
out speaker symbol) on the remote, and the speaker and pre outputs will be muted. The STATUS
light changes to RED. Press the MUTE button again to cancel the mute and resume listening.
POWER
The power button on the remote control operates in the exact same way as the power button on
the front of the Merlin.
PHONO / AUX
Selects PHONO input (INPUT slide switch on rear of MERLIN set to PHONO). AUX is selected if the
INPUT slide switch is set to AUX.
JACK / OPT
Automatically senses if the input connected is JACK (analogue) or OPTICAL (digital)
USB
This button will select the USB input.
Bluetooth
This button will select the Bluetooth input.
If the range of the remote control greatly decreases, replace the battery.
Replacement battery, 1 off CR2025 button cell
Please dispose of used batteries in accordance to local regulations.
Bluetooth pairing and connecting
To connect any Bluetooth device the MERLIN:
Pairing
Make sure MERLIN is switched ON and Bluetooth aerial is plugged in.
Access the Bluetooth menu on the required phone or other Bluetooth device.
Access the list of locally available Bluetooth devices on the phone or Bluetooth device
Select “MERLIN” from the list.
Proceed with relevant steps to pair MERLIN. If device asks for a code, use “1234”
Connecting
On phone or Bluetooth device find list of known Bluetooth devices
Select “MERLIN” from the list of paired devices and follow device procedure to connect.
Disconnecting
To disconnect currently connected Bluetooth device, Make sure Merlin is on and Bluetooth input is
selected. Press and hold volume control in. MERLIN will MUTE and STATUS LED will light red. The
BLUETOOTH LED will flash to indicate device is disconnected.
Clear all devices
To clear all familiar Bluetooth devices from Merlin memory, disconnect current device as above,
then press and hold in volume control for five seconds a second time. Press and hold volume
control in. MERLIN will MUTE and STATUS LED will light red. The BLUETOOTH LED will flash to indicate
previously stored devices are cleared.
