ATO Aerielle AudioBUG User Manual

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Aerielle 'Bug' Transmitter
Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AudioBUG™ from ATO. AudioBug™ is a user-friendly portable wireless audio system that lets you enjoy your music collection while on the go.
88.7 MHz) that you wish to broadcast and tune your radio to that frequency. AudioBUG™ gives you the freedom to enjoy your audio where you want, with out the wires.
Before You Begin
Read these instructions thoroughly before setting up your AudioBUG™. If you need any assistance, please contact customer service department at: 1-866-959-5999, or submit an email request to:
customerservice@gwaworld.com
Compatibility
One of the many unique features of AudioBUG™ is that it was designed to work with any portable audio device. This means that no matter what brand or size of audio player you may have, AudioBUG™ is compatible. Typical uses for AudioBUG™ include:
Portable MP3 digital audio players Portable CD players Portable Mini-disc players Portable DVD players Laptop or Desk Top Computers
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AudioBUG™ is not only compatible with every audio player, but it will broadcast to any radio or stereo. Whether it is your surround sound stereo system in your fa mily or living room or on your car stereo, AudioBUG™ just plugs and plays.
AudioBUG™ Features and Components
1. Power on
2. Frequency Selector
3. 3.5 mm stereo cable
4. Battery Compartment “CR2”
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Auto-Off Functionality
The AudioBUG™ has an auto -off feature. If after more than 80 seconds there is no detection of audio, the AudioBUG™ will turn off. This saves useful battery life. When turning off your audio source, your AudioBUG™ turns off automatically.
Setup Procedure
Setting up your AudioBUG™ is an easy procedure. Simply:
1) Remove the battery cover from the top of unit by gently sliding the battery door marked toward you.
2) Install 1 CR2 battery with the negative end facing the eyes of the
AudioBUG™.
3) Plug the 3.5mm stereo cable into the audio out connector or the
headphone jack of the audio source you wish to transmit. *
4) Select the frequency that you wish to transmit to with the selector on
the side of the AudioBUG™ (88.1, 88.3, 88.5, 88.7 MHz)
5) Press the POWER button eye (left EYE) on the front of the unit.
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6) Tune your FM stereo to the corresponding FM frequency as selected
in step # 5
7) Adjust the volume on your audio player and stereo or headphone radio
for maximum enjoyment.
*Some audio sources output level is either to high or to low at the line-out jack. If it is to high, the sound
might be distorted. If it is to low, the sound might be to noisy. If this happens, connect the AudioBUG™
to the headphone jack and adjust the volume level on your audio device.
Frequently Asked Questions about AudioBUG™
Q: What is an AudioBUG™?
A: AudioBUG™ is the newest product offering from ATO, a consumer electronics manufacturer. The AudioBUG™ was developed by Aerielle Group International Inc. an audio consumer electronics company. It is a portable audio transmitter that connects to any audio source and broadcasts that audio to any radio stereo within 5-15 ft.
Q: How can I achieve maximum performance and sound quality form AudioBUG™?
1) Maintain fresh batteries
2) Keep AudioBUG™ within 5-10feet of the radio that it is transmitting to.
3) Keep the cord that connects the AudioBUG™ to the audio player straight, positioning the player as far from the AudioBUG™ as possible.
4) Before using the AudioBUG™, listen to 88.1, 88.3, 88.5, 88.7 FM on your radio and use the frequency with the least amount of interference.
Warranty Information:
ATO provides a 90 day warranty for this product and will promptly repair or replace any product shown to be defective during this warranty period. In order to return a defective product, you must contact ATO at: 1-866-959­5999, or submit an email request to: customerservice@gwaworld.com
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to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. This number MUST be display on your mailing label. You will also be given instructions on how to package and return the defective unit.
THIS WARRANY DOES NOT APPLY TO AUDIOBUG THAT HAS BEEN DAMAGED AS A RESULT OF IMPROVER MAINTENANCE, ACCIDENTS, IMPROPER VOLTAGE SUPPLY, OR OTHER MISUE. THE WARRANTY IS ALSO VOID IF THE OWNER REPAIRS OR MODIFIES THE PRODUCT IN ANY WAY. ATO IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT. THE WARRANTY EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY OTHER THAN WHAT IS STATED ABOVE. NO OTHER WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN.
Legal rights vary from state to state. Some states do no allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Important note: Use only CR2 batters as power for AudioBUG™. Use of any other power supply will void this warranty.
Specifications:
Modulation: FM Stereo Modulation Frequencies: 88.1, 88.3, 88.5, 88.7 MHz Audio Input Connector 3.5mm Stereo Plug Power Requirement 1 “CR2” Lithium Battery Battery Life 40+ hrs typical
FCC Information
This 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 interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATO may void the users authority to operate this equipment.
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Email: customerservice@gwaworld.com Webiste: www.antonio.com Phone: 1-866-959-5999 Made in CHINA Copyright 2002 ATO All Rights Reserved.
Aerielle™ and AudioBUG™ are trademarks of Aerielle Group International Inc. Covered under U. S. Patent No. 5,771,441 and other patent pending applications
Technical Specifications:
RF Channels 88.1, 88.3, 88.5, 88.7, switch selectable RF Output Power FCC: 250 uV/meter @ 3 meters
CE: 1000 uV/Meter @ 3 meters Signal Format Standard FM Stereo Format, 38 KHz subcarrier
Audio
Audio Range 15 Hz – 15 KHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio* >60dB Total Harmonic Distortion 0.3%, Max. Channel Separation 40 dB Typical Channel Balance +/- 2 dB Audio Input Level 425 mVp-p, nominal
1.25 Vp-p, 1 dB compression
Auto-off Threshold 325 mVp-p, nominal Audio Impedance 3K ohms Primary Power CR2 type 3 volt Lithium battery Operating Current 23 ma, typical
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