Parrot Zikmu User Manual Download

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Software

update

Depending on the computer you are using, there are several methods to update your Zikmu:

Using a

PC via Wi-Fi

Using a

PC via Bluetooth with the Widcomm Bluetooth software

Using a

PC via Bluetooth with the Toshiba Bluetooth software

Using a

Mac

Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Wi-Fi

Use the web interface to perform the software update of your
speakers.
►

Refer to the

Using the web interface

for more information.

If a new software update is available, a pop-up will be displayed. If
so, click on

Apply

and wait for a few minutes.

Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Bluetooth

Before you begin



Turn on your speakers.



Download the update file available on the Zikmu support web page.



Determine the Bluetooth software

of your PC.

Widcomm Bluetooth software

Windows XP

Right-click on the downloaded update file and select

Send to > Bluetooth

then select

the Zikmu.

Windows Vista

1. Right-click on the downloaded update file and select

Send to > Bluetooth

device

Summary of Contents for Zikmu

Page 1: ...Parrot Zikmu by Starck User guide ...

Page 2: ...net cable 10 Using the web interface 11 iPod 12 Compatibility 12 Installation 12 Commands 13 Bluetooth 14 Using the Zikmu with a Bluetooth phone 14 Connecting a mobile phone PDA to the Zikmu 15 Using the Zikmu with several Bluetooth audio players 15 Using the Zikmu with a computer via Bluetooth 16 Establishing the connection using the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software 17 Establishing the co...

Page 3: ... Using the Audio Mixer 24 Using the high volume ramp up 25 Adjusting the room compensation level 26 Software update 27 Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Wi Fi 27 Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Bluetooth 27 Before you begin 27 Widcomm Bluetooth software 27 Toshiba Bluetooth software 28 Updating the Zikmu with a Mac 29 ...

Page 4: ...requencies make sure there is a minimal distance of 40 cm between the back and lateral walls and the speaker Bass frequencies will get louder if you place your speakers closer to the walls The sound quality of the Zikmu can be degraded if there is an obstacle or a wall between both speakers Reposition your speakers if necessary Installation Connection to mains supply Plug both speakers into an ele...

Page 5: ...igh technology product Please handle the speakers with care Commands Turning the speakers on off Press the button of the remote control or control panel to turn on off the speakers Selecting an audio source The Zikmu allows you to use several types of audio sources PC connected via Wi Fi computer or audio player connected via Bluetooth iPod iPhone analogue audio player connected via a Jack Cinch a...

Page 6: ...lected the music currently played from the first source is automatically suspended if it this first source is an iPod iPhone or an audio player connected via Bluetooth Adjusting the volume Increase volume Press the button Decrease volume Press the button Mute the speakers Press the button ...

Page 7: ...e Windows XP SP2 and later Windows Vista SP1 and Windows 7 operating systems Wi Fi access point You need an access to the internet to download the necessary software and a Wi Fi access point to establish the connection with the Zikmu The sound quality of the Zikmu can be degraded if there is an obstacle or a wall between both speakers Reposition your speakers if necessary ...

Page 8: ...her your modem supports SES or WPS technologies refer to the documentation of your device If you do not have this documentation your modem router cannot support these technologies if you were equipped with it before 2007 there is a WPS button on WPS modems or routers WARNING Make sure you do not mistake the WPS button with a pairing button WPS routers If your modem router supports SES or WPS techn...

Page 9: ...r language and click on OK 2 Specify your preferences concerning the installation and click on OK At the end of the installation a confirmation window is displayed You can click on Close Establishing the connection with SES WPS If your modem router supports the SES or WPS technology 1 Press the SES or WPS button of your modem router Refer to the documentation or your device for more information 2 ...

Page 10: ...blish the connection between your computer and the speakers Before you begin Identify the name of your Wi Fi network Note The name of this network is also referred to as SSID Service Set Identifier It is generally located under your router If you have changed this name use the new name If your network is secured you need the WEP WPA or WPA2 protection code to establish the connection Note The WEP ...

Page 11: ...rol it from your PC To do so launch your web browser and enter zikmu local in the address bar The web interface will allow you to Check if a new software update is available Control the playback of your audio files Modify several audio settings Click here to watch the corresponding tutorial ...

Page 12: ...Installation Using the dock adapter Use the dock adapter provided with your iPod or choose the one fitting your iPhone among the adapters provided with the Zikmu To insert the dock adapter position it above the connector and press on both sides Connecting the iPod iPhone Once the dock adapter is inserted on the speaker 1 Unplug the earphones from your iPod iPhone 2 Connect your iPod iPhone to the ...

Page 13: ...ontrol for 2 seconds to turn on off the iPod iPhone connected to the Zikmu Controlling the music playback Pause a song Press the button Resume playback Press the button Rewind or fast forward Hold down the or buttons for 2 seconds Skip to the previous next song Press the or button ...

Page 14: ...ribution Profile Pairing the Zikmu with a Bluetooth phone PDA Before using the Zikmu with your phone both devices must be connected If you are using your phone with the speakers for the first time you first have to pair both devices 1 Press the button on the control panel The icon starts flashing 2 From your Bluetooth phone search for Bluetooth peripherals 3 Select Parrot by Starck You are prompte...

Page 15: ...ey have been connected simply start playing the track on your phone and the sound will come through the speakers You can establish a connection between your phone and the speakers via the Bluetooth menu on your phone Using the Zikmu with several Bluetooth audio players You can pair up to 10 devices with the Zikmu Yet it is impossible to stream music simultaneously from several devices However if a...

Page 16: ...uipped with the Windows Vista OS click on Start Parameters Control panel then select Bluetooth devices Select the Hardware tab If your computer is equipped with the Windows 7 OS click on the Windows icon and open the control panel Select Programs and features then click on the Bluetooth icon The Bluetooth software and version is displayed at the bottom of your screen If you are using the Widcomm B...

Page 17: ...nnection dialog box is displayed 2 Select the New option The available Bluetooth devices list 3 Press the button on the control panel 4 Select the Parrot by Starck and click on Connect A pop up appears in the bottom right on your screen 5 Click on this pop up and enter 0000 in the Bluetooth PIN code field A second pop up may appear to confirm the connection 6 Click on this pop up and click on OK N...

Page 18: ...it is not the case click on Bluetooth On then click on Set up Bluetooth Device 3 Click on Continue 4 Select Headset then click on Continue 5 Select Parrot by Starck in the displayed list and click on Continue 6 Press the button on the control pannel of the Zikmu 7 Enter 0000 in the Passkey field and click on Continue The connection procedure is complete You can click on Quit ...

Page 19: ...Zikmu to your computer before using the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool This step is only necessary once 1 Double click on the icon The Bluetooth Parameters window is displayed 2 Click on 3 Select Express Mode then click on Next 4 Press the button on the control panel of the Zikmu 5 Select Parrot by Starck and click on Next The Bluetooth security window is displayed 6 Enter 0000 in the Bluetooth P...

Page 20: ...oth or Wi Fi search 1 Select the Settings tab then click on Friendly name 2 Enter the new name then click on Apply Modifying the PIN code If you are using the Zikmu with a Bluetooth device with a fixed PIN code which is not 0000 you can modify the PIN code of your speakers 1 Select the Settings tab then click on Bluetooth 2 Enter the new PIN code then click on Apply ...

Page 21: ...of the speakers the music will be sent via Bluetooth to the other speaker Make sure that the connectors are inserted properly to avoid any disruption Notes To get the best possible sound performances use a high quality Jack RCA cable To avoid any problem of sound saturation increase the volume on the Zikmu rather than on your audio player ...

Page 22: ...Phone or a UPnP peripheral Click on the icon to set the Zikmu to repeat tracks The Zikmu is not set to repeat tracks The Zikmu is set to repeat all tracks in the current album or playlist The Zikmu is set to repeat the current track over and over Click on the icon to set the Zikmu to shuffle tracks The Zikmu is set to play tracks in order The Zikmu is set to shuffle tracks Using the equalizer The ...

Page 23: ...by dragging the left middle and right sliders respectively The pre amp is the overall volume Use it the same way than volume control You can choose one of the eleven equalizer presets including jazz rock classical to suit the style of music you are listening to If you don t find one corresponding to your preferences you can create your own presets while a song is playing To do so 1 Modify the freq...

Page 24: ... Audio Mixer The audio mixer avoids big volume level jumps between several audio sources thus avoiding problems such as a too high volume level after an audio source change Using the Audio mixer on the web interface Drag the sliders to the desired volume levels Note The UPnP volume level is defined with the iPod volume level Using the Audio mixer on Parrot Audio Configuration Tool To access this o...

Page 25: ... is positioned to the left it approximately takes 20 seconds to reach the defined volume When the slider is positioned to the right the time taken to reach the defined volume is approximately null Using Parrot Audio Configuration Tool To get to this option select the Advanced tab Select the Enable option then drag the slider to the desired level When the slider is positioned to the left it approxi...

Page 26: ...esence of furniture the acoustic environment of the Zikmu can be either absorptive like in a recording studio or reflective like in a church or a bathroom This is called room compensation or damping If your Zikmu is located in a rather reflective room define the compensation level as Undamped If your Zikmu is located in a rather absorptive room define the compensation level as Damped Note The defa...

Page 27: ...o the Using the web interface for more information If a new software update is available a pop up will be displayed If so click on Apply and wait for a few minutes Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Bluetooth Before you begin Turn on your speakers Download the update file available on the Zikmu support web page Determine the Bluetooth software of your PC Widcomm Bluetooth software Windows XP Right c...

Page 28: ...00 Windows 7 1 Right click on the previously downloaded update file and select Send to Bluetooth Other devices 2 Select the Zikmu Toshiba Bluetooth software 1 Right click on the downloaded update file and select Bluetooth Search for other peripherals 2 Select the Zikmu and click on Send ...

Page 29: ...ikmu with a Mac 1 Click on the icon and select System Preferences 2 Double click on the icon 3 Click on and select Send File 4 Select the downloaded update file and click on Send 5 If a PIN code is requested enter 0000 ...

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