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Instruction manual
Fabric Speaker BT26
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Contents
You’ll soon be enjoying your new Fabric Speaker.
It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t worry, there’s
nothing too technical coming up. Just simple, step-by-step
guidance to get you up and running quickly. Sound good? Then
let’s get started.
Safety information
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General safety information 6
Power source 6
Moisture and water 7
Ventilation 7
Heat sources and flames 7
Getting to know your Fabric Speaker
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Your Fabric speaker 10
Positioning the Fabric Speaker 12
Power connection 12
Using your Fabric Speaker
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Power on 16
Status LEDs 16
Connect to a Bluetooth device 16
Adjusting the volume 17
Listening to Music/Audio using Bluetooth 18
Aux in mode 18
Help and Guidance
We’re here to help you get the most from your Fabric Speaker. Should you require any
guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at:
www.bush-support.com
If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the
Troubleshooting
Other information
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Technical specification 22
Product support
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Troubleshooting 26
Help and assistance 27
Disposal 28
Your Bush Guarantee 29
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Safety information
Safety information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating
General safety information
Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children.
This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Do not attempt to open the product. This product does not contain any user
serviceable parts. Unauthorised handling of the device may damage it and will void
your warranty.
• Do not use your Fabric Speaker emergency/intensive care medical equipment; or
during an electrical storm.
To avoid possible hearing damage, do not listen to this Fabric Speaker at
high volume levels for long periods of time. Always keep the volume within
reasonable limits.
Power source
Only use the power supply that came with the product. Using an unauthorised power
supply will invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product.
Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating
Moisture and water
• Do not leave it in low temperatures as moisture can form inside the product, which
may damage the circuit board.
Ventilation
• Do not block or cover slots, holes or openings on the product by placing on soft
furnishings such as carpets, rugs or beds as these are provided for functionality and/or
ventilation to ensure safe operation of the product.
Heat sources and flames
Do not leave it in high temperatures as electronic devices and plastic parts may warp in
heat.
Keep it away from bright sunlight or heat sources, such as a radiator.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on or near the
product.
Disconnect your Fabric Speaker from the mains power supply during thunderstorms.
Always check that you have completely switched off your Fabric Speaker, before you
change or disconnect the power supply.
Where the mains power plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
If the Fabric Speaker will not be used for a long period of time, make sure that the mains
power is unplugged.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the
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Troubleshooting
section of these instructions, or online at www.bush-support.com If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.
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Getting to know your Fabric
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Getting to know your Fabric Speaker
Getting to know your Fabric Speaker
You’ll be up and running in no time
Ready? Let’s begin...
Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will
help you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and
operation.
If you require any further assistance, our technical experts are happy to help. For full
details, refer to the product support section at the end of these instructions.
Fig 1.
You’ll be up and running in no time
Fig 2.
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1. Power on/Standby
2. Status LED
• Blue flashing quickly: Searching for
BT devices
• Blue flashing slowly: BT standby
mode
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• Blue steady on: BT connected
• Red steady on: Aux in mode
• Red flashing slowly: Aux in standby
mode
3. Volume -
4. Volume +
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Troubleshooting
5. Power socket 6. Aux in socket
section of these instructions, or online at www.bush-support.com If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.
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Getting to know your Fabric Speaker
You’ll be up and running in no time
Positioning the Fabric Speaker
It is important that you consider carefully in advance where your Fabric Speaker will be
situated and make sure that it is:
• on a flat and stable surface.
• at least 1 metre away from other electrical appliances to avoid interference.
• where it will be in range of the connected or ‘paired’ bluetooth device (e.g. iPod/
iPhone/iPad/Android/other phone/computer, which is about 10 metres or less (33 feet
or less) in line of sight.
• Never place your Fabric Speaker directly onto antique or polished surfaces.
Power connection
1. Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the back of the Fabric Speaker and
plug the power adaptor into the mains power wall socket and switch on.
2. The status LED will start to flash quickly whilst the product searches for bluetooth
devices.
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Using your Fabric Speaker
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Using your Fabric Speaker
Using your Fabric Speaker
Let’s get started
Power on
After you have connected the power to the Fabric speaker, the status LED will start to flash
quickly whilst the product searches for bluetooth devices. If the Fabric Speaker does not
receive an audio signal for approximately 20 minutes it will go to Standby mode.
Standby mode
If the Fabric Speaker does not receive an audio signal for approximately 20 minutes, it will
go to Standby mode and the status LED will flash slowly. Press and release the Power
button to turn the product back on again.
Status LEDs
Blue flashing quickly: Searching for BT devices
Blue flashing slowly: BT standby mode
Blue steady on: BT connected
Red steady on: Aux in mode
Red flashing slowly: Aux in standby mode
Power o
Press and release the Power switch to go to Standby mode and then switch off at the wall
socket to power off.the product completely
Connect to a Bluetooth device
1. With the Status LED flashing blue quickly, whilst your product searches for Bluetooth
devices:
2. On the device that you would like to connect to your Fabric Speaker via Bluetooth (e.g.
iPhone/iPad/Android/other phone/Tablet/Computer), turn on Bluetooth connectivity
and ensure that it is ‘discoverable’.
Let’s get started
Note: If necessary, refer to the instructions for your device to add or set up Bluetooth.
3. Select to ‘Add new device’, if necessary.
Note: Some products will automatically search for a new device and so the ‘Add new
device’ option is not available.
4. When found, your Fabric Speaker will be displayed as ‘BUSH BT26’. Select the device
name to begin pairing.
Note: If your device requests a password, please enter ‘0000’ to complete the device
pairing.
5. When pairing is complete the LED will change to be continuously on (not flashing) and
‘Audio device connected’ will be announced.
6. Now that you have paired your device with the Fabric Speaker, it will connect to it
when it is within range, which is about 10 metres or less (33 feet or less), line of sight.
7. Your device will remain paired with the Fabric Speaker unless you decide to disconnect
or ‘unpair’ it.
Adjusting the volume
Volume+
• Press and release to increase the volume in steps.
• Press and hold to progressively increase the volume.
Volume-
• Press and release to decrease the volume in steps.
• Press and hold to progressively decrease the volume.
Note: You will hear an audible alert and the status LED will quickly flash when the
minimum or maximum volume level has been reached.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the
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section of these instructions, or online at www.bush-support.com If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.
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Let’s get started
Listening to Music/Audio using Bluetooth
In Bluetooth mode:
1. Select and start the music or audio that you wish to listen to on your paired Bluetooth
device, it will now be heard through the Fabric Speaker. Adjust the volume on the
connected device and/or your Fabric Speaker.
2. You can use the controls on your paired Bluetooth device as well as the volume
control on your Fabric Speaker.
Aux in mode
1. Connect one end of a 3.5mm audio cable (not supplied) to the headphone (or
auxiliary out) socket of your secondary device. Connect the other end to the Aux in
socket on the back of your Fabric Speaker. This will switch your Fabric Speaker to Aux
in mode. The status LED will be red in Aux-in mode.
2. Press the Play button on your external device to start playback through the Fabric
Speaker.
3. To gain optimal volume levels, adjust the volume level on both the secondary device
and on the Fabric Speaker.
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Note: After you have finished listening to your external device you must unplug the
audio cable from the Aux in socket, to be able to use it as a Bluetooth speaker again.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the
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Other information
Helpful technical information
Technical specification
Audio output: 2 x 12W RMS
Power adapter: Input 100-240V 50/60Hz
Output 15V 2A
Bluetooth: Version 4.2
Pairing name: BUSH BT26
Profiles: A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP
Frequency range: 2.4GHz-2.480GHz
This product is intended for use within the UK. This equipment complies with the essential
requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
Declaration of Conformance
Hereby, Argos Ltd, declares that this Fabric Speaker BT26 is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Directive
2014/53/EU. The complete declaration of conformity can be obtained by contacting
http://www.bush-support. com/
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Product support
Product support
Help is always at hand
Troubleshooting
Unable to pair with a Bluetooth device:
• Check that you are in Bluetooth mode.
• Ensure that you are within range of the Fabric Speaker for Bluetooth functionality, 10
metres or less (33 feet or less).
• Check that the device you are attempting to pair with supports A2DP stereo audio
transmission.
• Move the Fabric Speaker and Bluetooth device away from other Bluetooth devices/
electrical equipment.
• If possible, turn off other nearby Bluetooth devices or disable their Bluetooth
functionality.
No sound / Sound distortion:
• Adjust the volume.
• If you are using a Bluetooth connected device, check the volume on the secondary
device and on your Fabric Speaker
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Help and assistance
If you require any technical guidance or find that your Fabric Speaker is not operating as
intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these
instructions or online at www.bush-support.com
If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021*. To help
give us give you a fast and efficient service please have the following information ready:
You can find these
on the rating plate - a
Model Ref.
Serial number
Date of purchase
small information
panel (usually a sticker
or metal plate) on the
rear or base of your
product.
This will be shown on
your receipt
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Disposal
• Disposal of your old product. Your product is designed and manufactured with
high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused
• When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means
the product is covered by the European Directive 2012/19/EC.
• Please make yourself aware of the local collection system for electrical and
electronic products.
• Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old
products with your normal household waste.
• The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the
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Call us now and register your 12 month guarantee
Thank you for choosing Bush. Your new product is guaranteed against faults and breakdowns for 12 months.
Don’t forget to register it with us today so we can provide you with our best possible after-sales service and
useful updates.
www.bushregistration.co.uk
FREEPHONE*
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Your Bush Guarantee
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to
faulty materials or workmanship will be repaired free of charge (or if applicable the product will be replaced or the
purchase price refunded) where possible during this period by the dealer from who your purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage,
misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or consumable items.
• The product must be correctly installed and
operated in accordance with the instructions
contained in the manual.
• It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The
guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is
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