Creative MF8170 User Manual

Model No.: MF8170

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Technical Speciﬁcation

Bluetooth

Version:

Bluetooth

Operating Frequency: 2402 - 2480 MHz Lithium Ion Battery: 6000mAh USB Input: 5V 500 - 1000mA DC Output: 5V 1000mA Power consumption during standby/off : < 0.5 W Power consumption during networked standby for each network port ( linked speakers where applicable) : < 3.0 W Power consumption during networked standby when all network ports are activated : < 3.0 W

When the device is powered on and connected to mains with no audio playback and not performing other main functions,

- it enters into networked standby mode within 20 minutes

- it consumes <0.5 W after all network ports are deactivated/disconnected in 28 hours

How to activate and deactivate wireless ports / connections

- To activate, perform pairing (See page 6 of this guide)

- To deactivate, perform clear device list (See FAQ) on the speaker and press the multifunction button

Power Adapter Information Brand: Creative Model Number: GPE024W-150160-Z Input: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 0.75A Output: 15VDC 1.6A

Operating Temperature range: 0ºC to 45ºC Supported Bluetooth proﬁles*:

A2DP (Wireless Stereo (Handsfree proﬁle)

Supported Codec: SBC, aptX, AAC Operating Range: Up to 10 meters, measured in open space.

Walls and structures may affect range of device. Supports microSD cards of Class 4 and above, up to 32GB in FAT16/32 format Supported audio formats: MP3, WMA and WAV (16 bit 48Khz PCM) Support Mp3 and WMA up to 320kbps. Does not support WMA Pro / Lossless Records audio, voice or mobile calls at 16k, ADPCM WAV format. Note: Compliance markings are located on the bottom of this product. * Refer to your documentation/website for supported proﬁles. ¹ Compatible with PC (Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1), Apple Macintoshes equipped with

Bluetooth

² Compatible with most major brands of

Compatibility Disclaimer

Wireless performance is dependent on your device’s device manufacturer’s manual. Creative will not be liable for any lost of data or leakages resulting from the use of these devices.

Product Registration

Registering your product ensures you receive the most appropriate service and product support available. You can register your product during installation or at http://www.creative.com/register. Please note that your warranty rights are not dependent on registration.

Bluetooth

wireless stereo.

3.0

Bluetooth

), AVRCP (

Bluetooth

Remote Control), HFP

device (notebook¹, PC¹, or mobile device²) manufacturer’s

Bluetooth

A2DP enabled mobile phones.

Bluetooth

wireless technology. Refer to your

, USB, 5.8 Ghz

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Top Rear

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Overview

1. NFC Receptor

2. Battery Indicator

3. Record Indicator

4. Power /

5. Multifunction Button

6. Volume Up / Down Button

7. Button

8. Power ON / Standby Button

9. Microphone

10. DC Input

11. Aux-in / MegaStereo Feature

12. DC Out (USB 1.0A)

Bluetooth

Status Indicator

13. Micro USB Connector

14. MicroSD Slot

15. Mic On / Mute Switch

16. Record Button

17. (Record) Play / Pause Button

18. Shufﬂe / Repeat All Switch

19. Previous Button

20. Next Button

21. (MP3 Playback) Play / Pause Button

22. Link Security Mode switch

23. Alarm / TeraBass Mode Button

24. (Alarm) Arm / Off Switch

Charging your speaker - Power Adapter

Option 1 : Power Adapter

Charge the speaker with the supplied power adapter for at least

3 Hours

Assembling the Power Adapter Removing Adapter Plug Head

US, Japan & Taiwan

Optimize your charging

The speaker will charge your

When turned on, some smartphones

3 hours before use. Please ensure your speaker is powered off for optimised charging.* * Battery performance may degrade over time depending on

charge cycles.

Europe

smartphones even when the speaker is off.

require a higher charging rate than battery banks can typically provide. For the quickest charging time, turn off your smartphone before charging it.

- Supplied interchangeable plugs may vary to region and country

The dual-purpose battery powers your Sound Blaster Roar and also charges your smartphone!

Here’s how you do it!

Simply connect a USB cable to the Sound Blaster Roar’s USB DC Out and the other end to your smartphone.

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Charging your speaker - USB Power

Option 2 : USB

The Sound Blaster ROAR can also be charged using a USB cable. It may take longer to charge due to USB power limitation.

Switch off your speaker when charging.

Mains

* Not included, USB

adapter with DC 5V and up to 1A output rating can be used.

PC/Mac

TIP:

Lithium-ion battery life may suffer when it is constantly fully depleted or overexerted at low voltage. It is a good practice to keep the battery well charged.

For optimized charging: Creative recommends using the bundled USB cable for optimized charging.

Charging your speaker - LED Indications

Battery Status Indication

Battery full

Battery at about 70%

Battery low

Slow Blink

Running LED

Battery extremely low

Battery charging*

Whenever the speaker is ON and connected to a power source, the LED status indicators will continually blink in sequence. To check the battery capacity, power OFF the speaker or disconnect it from the power adapter.

Power Saving

For better user connectivity experience, the Sound Blaster Roar will now by default automatically enter power saving mode only after approximately 28 hours of inactivity when the power adapter is attached via a main outlet to the speaker. However, you have the option to keep the power on permanently if needed.

To Disable Power saving mode with power adapter attached (For keeping your speaker ON permanently):

1) Ensure that the speaker is powered ON and not connected to any other devices.

2) Press the Power and Volume “+“ button together. The LED status indicator will ﬂash once to indicate power saving feature is disabled.

To Enable Power saving mode with power adapter attached:

1) Ensure that the speaker is powered ON and not connected to any other devices.

2) Press the Power and Volume “-“ button together. The LED status indicator will ﬂash once to indicate power saving feature is enabled.

Note: The speaker automatically powers down when there is no

Bluetooth

connection, recording using microSD card, microSD card playback or audio input for more than 15 minutes on battery mode. This feature helps to protect the internal battery and cannot be disabled.

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