TECH AUDIO GC1 WI-FI Multlroom Loudspeaker User Manual

TECH-AUDIO CO., LTD WI-FI Multlroom Loudspeaker Users Manual

Users Manual

Gatecrasher 1Wi-Fi Multiroom LoudspeakerUSER GUIDE343 Vanderbilt AvenueNorwood, MA 02062Telephone: (781) 762-6300Fax: (781) 762-6868
WARNINGTO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSIONCORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTEDTO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURETO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN ORMOISTURE.The lightning flash with arrowheadsymbol, within an equilateral triangle,is intended to alert the user to thepresence of uninsulated “dangerousvoltage” within the product’senclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitude to constitute a risk of electricshock to persons.The exclamation point within anequilateral triangle, is intended to alertthe user to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing)instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVECOVER (O R BACK). N O USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIEDSERVICE PERSONNEL.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.14. Refer all servicing to qualied 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 has been dropped.15. Grounding or Polarization–This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will t into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to t, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. Alternate Warnings–This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only t into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.16. Ventilation–Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.17. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.18. CLASS II apparatus with double insulation, and no protective earth provided.19. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if the remote control battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.20. WARNING: The remote control battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.21. No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.Important Safety Instructions1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6. Clean only with dry cloth.7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) 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 t into your outlet, consult an electrician for 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 specied by the manufacturer.European Union Information on Disposalfor Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)This symbol on the product(s) and / or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this product(s) to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge.Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product.Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environ-ment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest desig-nated collection point.Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accor-dance with you national legislation.For business users in the European UnionIf you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European UnionThis symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the cor-rect method of disposal.FCC Compliance StatementThis 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 interfer-ence that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inerference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu-lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution: To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device, always use any shielded signal cord supplied with this unit. The Federal Communications Commission warns that changes or modica-tions of the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-ance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Carton ContentGatecrasher Music PlayerSpotify documentPower Supply AdapterThis User ManualConnection CableGatecrasher Setup Overview1 Download the Gatecrasher smart device app from iTunes or Google Play.2 Connect Gatecrasher to AC power.3 Use the Gatecrasher app on your smart device to link Gatecrasher with your Wi-Fi.4 Then use the Gatecrasher app to se-lect various audio sources, including: • streaming audio sites on the internet. • content stored on your smart device. • content stored in shared folders on your home network. • a music source connected to the AUX input of Gatecrasher. Table of Contents[ii][i]Carton Content ........................................ iTable of Contents and Overview .................iiControls and Input Diagrams .................... iiiDownload The Gatecrasher app ................ 1Connect Gatecrasher ............................... 2Congure Gatecrasher app .....................3-7Selecting Sources ...............................8-11Adding More Gatecrashers .................11-12Settings Options ...............................13-14Spotify information ................................ 15
Gatecrasher Control Pad and Back PanelPush these buttons to selectitem 1, 2 or 3 from thePreset Audio Sourceslist in the Gatecrasher app.Push to select a Bluetoothaudio source.Push to go backone trackor selection.Volume Up andVolume Downbuttons.Push to go forwardone trackor selection.Pause or restoreplayback.Connect an analog audio source to this 3.5mm stereo minijack input.Pushing this button re-stores Gatecrasher 1 to its “out of carton” settings.Choose Stereo output or“L”– play just the Left channel signal through both speakers or“R”– play just the Right channel signal through both speakers.Connect the DC plug of the external power supply to this power input jack.Push to select a Wi-Fiaudio source.Gatecrasher is setup and controlled by a smart device (like a phone or a tablet) using the Atlantic Audio Gatecrasher app.Download the app to your smart device from the app page at either iTunes or Google Play.Once you have downloaded the Gatecrasher app to your smart device, you use app to lo-cate your new Gatecrasher and then establish communication between your Gatecrasher, your smart device and your local wi setup.[iii] [01]This is theGatecrasherdownload listingas it appears inGoogle Play. Its listing in iTunesis similar.Once it is installed, run theGatecrasher app on your smart device.
After Gatecrasher has been connected toAC power for about 30 seconds, touch the “SETUP AUDIO SYSTEM”button on the app screen.With the app running on your smart device, connect your Gatecrasher to AC power.Conguring the Gatecrasher app:FIRST, connect the small DC plug on the AC adapter to the 19VDC power input on the back of Gatecrasher.SECOND, connect the AC plug to a power receptacle.DC plugAC adapterThis is an app screen on an Android smart phone. The position of the“Set Up Audio System” buttonwill vary depending on the smart device.App STEP 1Gatecrasher can be connected to any100 to 240 Volt, 50 or 60 HzAC power source.[03][02]
Conguring the Gatecrasher app, continuedThe app will begin a scan to locate the Gatecrasher.When the app locates Gatecrasher, it will display the default name for Gatecrasher. The app lets you to rename Gatecrasher. The app next allows you to establish a network connection to Gatecrasher.Gatecrasher App STEP 2 Gatecrasher App STEP 3 Gatecrasher App STEP 4 Gatecrasher App STEP 5[05][04]
Conguring the Gatecrasher app, continuedConnecting to a Wi-Fi network is the best choice for most users. After selecting Wi-Fi, the app will present you with a list of names of nearby Wi-Fi networks.Selecting a Wi-Fi network. The log-on screen for that network appears. Enter the password for the network. The app then congures Gatecrasher to communicate with your smart device using the chosen Wi-Fi network. Once the Wi-Fi communication link has been established, Gatecrasher will show the credit screen and the “READY TO PLAY SOME MUSIC?” link.Gatecrasher App STEP 6 Gatecrasher App STEP 7 Gatecrasher App STEP 8 Gatecrasher App STEP 9[07][06]
Selecting The Source You Want To HearWhen opened, the app selects the last music source, like the streaming radio sta-tion example below. Here’s how to choose a different source.Main Source Selection screen: When you touch SOURCE, you reach this screen. Touch an entry on the list to select it. The Sourc-es available on your device may differ from those shown in the image.BROWSE for Internet Radio screen: Use this screen to choose from a variety of sta-tions streaming on the internet. Touch this to see the Preset Audio Sources screen and to add the current station to the Preset list. Touch this slider to adjust volume. Mute/UnMute Touch this to return to the Main Source Selection screen.Touch this to see the OFF and Settings screenTouch this to see the BROWSE screen[09][08]This entry shows if linked Gatecrasher systems are in use.Listen to a streaming stationListen to TIDAL music service.Listen to Deezer music service.Listen to Qobuz music service.Listen to Spotify music service.Play content stored on the smart device. Use a music player on the smart device. Select to send audio to Gatecrasher usinga smart device’sBluetooth function. Select to hear a source connected to Gatecrasher’s Aux input. Selecting The Source You Want To Hear, continuedStreaming Radio example: This screen shows how streaming stations are listed when you browse for stations by choosing Stations>Location>California>Jazz
Selecting The Source You Want To Hear, continued Working with Additional Gatecrashers[10]Bluetooth Source screen: The Bluetooth screen shows the status of your device’s Bluetooth connection with Gatecrasher.Use the Bluetooth function on your device to conrm a Bluetooth pairing with Gate-crasher.Repeat the “Setup Audio System” routine as described on Page 3 with a new Gatecrasher. Change the name of the new system to make it easy to identify.You can choose to listen to a specic Gate-crasher to hear by touching its entry.AUX Source screen: Connect an audio signal source to the Gatecrasher AUX IN minijack. You can control playback volume from Gatecrasher, but other playback func-tions (Play/Pause/Stop) are controlled from your audio signal source. Preset Audio Sources screen: Store the current source here by touching the + sign at the end of a rank. Touch an entry to hear it. Pressing P1, P2 and P3 on the Gatecrasher keypad directly selects the station. [11]
Working with Additional Gatecrashers - cont. Settings OptionsCreating a Group: Create a Group to link the two or more Gatecrashers. A Group synchronizes play of any audio source on all nearby Gatecrashers.Touch the rst device’s “+” sign to start the group creation routine.Select the second device from the Group Setup window, then choose a name for the Group. Selecting OK creates the group. Your devices are now synchronized. From the Now Playing screen, touching the three dots in the upper right brings up a list with Settings at the top. Touch Settings to see options that include a Sleep timer and the ability to ne-tune a Gatecrasher’s behavior. Touch this icon to create a group.Check this box to add Gatecrasher “Second Room”to Gatecrasher“Main Room”Touch RENAME to choose a Group name that ts your Gatecrasherinstallation.[12] [13]
Settings OptionsFrom Settings, you can rename aGatecrasher and adjust the tone of the device (equalizer).Sleep timer: Swipe up or down on the Sleep timer screen to choose between 15 and 120 minutes of playtime before an automatic turn-off. Spotify Connect InformationHow to use ConnectYou’ll need Spotify Premium to use Connect, see details overleaf.1. Add your new device to the same wi network as your phone, tabletor PC (see product user instructions for details).2. Open the Spotify app on your phone, tablet or PC, and play any song.3. If you’re using the app on a phone - tap the song image in the bottomleft of the screen. For tablet and PC move to step 4.4. Tap the Connect icon5. Pick your device from the list. If you can’t see it, just check it’sconnected to the same wi network as your phone, tablet or PC.All done! Happy listening.LicensesThe Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here:www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses.[14] [15]
FCC Statement:This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, theuser is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsiblefor compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.Thisequipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator&your body.
343 Vanderbilt AvenueNorwood, MA 02062Telephone: (781) 762-6300Fax: (781) 762-6868

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