Evolved Sonic EXO Xciter Quick Start Manual

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Evolved Sonic Solutions, L.L.C.
301 Main Plaza, Suite 308, New Braunfels, TX 78130 USA
©2011 Evolved Sonic Solutions, L.L.C. All rights reserved. Evolved Sonic Solutions, Evolved Sonic, EXO Xciter, the EXO Xciter logo, EXO Surface Mount, EXO Cable, Xcite your world, Are you an Xciter?, Live out loud, and share the experience are trademarks of Evolved Sonic Solutions, L.L.C. All other logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Quick Start Guide
User’s Manual
Warranty
Instructions available at
exoxciter.com
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Contents of Packaging
EXO Xciter EXO Cable EXO Mount (removable)
Table of Contents
pg2 - Quick Start Guide
pg4 - Product Overview
- Charging
pg5 - Turning On and Off
- Pairing to a Bluetooth Enabled Device
pg6 - De-Pairing
- Functions
- Connecting to a non-Bluetooth device
pg7 - Using EXO Xciter for Conference calls
pg8 - Performance Specifications
- Precautions
pg9 - FCC Compliance
pg10 - FAQ
pg12 - Warranty
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EXO Xciter™ Quick Start Guide
Play
Place the EXO Xciter on many surfaces to nd and
experience the best sound.
Power On
Press and hold the power icon for three seconds or until it beeps.
Charging
Connect the EXO Xciter to any USB 5.0VDC charger such as a powered USB port on a computer or USB wall charger with the supplied EXO cable.
Pairing
The EXO Xciter can be paired with any Bluetooth
®
enabled device. After pairing, the EXO Xciter will automatically re-pair to the audio device it was most recently paired.
Pairing Instructions
1. Press the Bluetooth
®
icon. The LED will “blink” RED
and BLUE
2. Search for new Bluetooth
®
device on your audio/
source device
3. Select EXO Xciter
4. Enter code 0000 if required
Re-Pair Instructions
Simply turn the EXO Xciter ON (DO NOT press the Bluetooth
®
icon after turning the unit on). It will automatically
re-pair with your audio/source device.
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Conferencing (For conference calls)
1. Turn the Bluetooth
®
OFF on your cellular phone.
2. Connect the EXO Xciter to your cellular phone using the EXO Cable (3.5mm stereo jack) provided in the packaging.
3.
Turn ON the EXO Xciter without turning on the Bluetooth®.
4. Place your call.
If there is an echo, simply extend the cable to full length and lower the volume on your phone.
Mount Instructions
1. Remove the EXO Xciter and temporary EXO Mount ring, which is attached to the EXO Xciter in the packaging.
2. With the EXO Xciter placed in the EXO Mount, remove the tape and place on a smooth surface. (The EXO Mount is easily removed and can be re-used)
Safety Tips
Driving
Please check with the laws and regulations on the use of wireless phones and their accessories in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. The use of this device may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas.
Aircraft
When instructed by airline personnel, please turn off device
and suspend use. Please do not use in-ight until airline crew
clears the use of electronic devices.
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Product Overview
Power On / Off
(Hold for 3 full seconds)
Pair / Play / Pause
(Only active with Bluetooth link)
Volume Up / Next Track
(Only active with Bluetooth link)
Volume Down / Previous track
(Only Active with Bluetooth link)
EXO Xciter is designed to transform your world into wireless sound.
Place the EXO Xciter on any semi rigid surface such as:
wood, glass, drywall, plastic, berglass, etc., and you are now
an Xciter!
Share the experience.
Charging
Connect the EXO Xciter to any USB 5.0VDC charger such as a powered USB port on a computer or USB wall charger with the supplied EXO Cable.
The On/Off indicator LED next to the will turn to red indicating charging and EXO Xciter power is off.
The On/Off indicator LED will turn to ORANGE if charging and EXO Xciter turned On.
After Charging
Green On/Off LED indicates the unit is On.
No On/Off LED indicates the unit is Off.
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Turning On and Off
Power on: Touch and hold the key for 3 seconds until you hear a ‘ding-dong’ prompt tone. The On/Off LED indicator will change to GREEN. (Note: If it is charging, the indicator will
be ORANGE).
Power off: Touch and hold the key for 3 seconds until a ‘ding-dong’ prompt tone appears again and the indicator is off
(Note: If it is charging, the indicator will turn RED).
Pairing to a Bluetooth Enabled Phone/Computer/Etc.
After power on, touch the key (no need to hold the key), the indicator LED will turn BLUE. After several seconds the indicator LED will turn to a blinking BLUE/RED and sound a ‘beep’ prompt tone and ‘beep-beep’ prompt tone.
This indicates that the EXO Xciter is now ready to pair. While it is in pairing mode, access the Bluetooth menu of your Phone/Computer/Etc. and pair the EXO Xciter.
Select EXO Xciter from the found devices list. Your Phone/ Computer/Etc. will request a Password/PIN Code, enter 0000 and press OK.
Pairing is successful once the ‘blinking’ BLUE LED indicator turns to a steady BLUE and sounds a ‘beep’ prompt tone.
The EXO Xciter is now ready to use.
Note: Next time the EXO Xciter is turned off and back on, it will re-link to the last paired device automatically.
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De-Pair
To De-Pair the EXO Xciter from a paired Bluetooth source, go to the device Bluetooth menu and “forget” EXO Xciter from its menu.
EXO Xciter Functions (Bluetooth connection only)
Play/Pause Touch the key (no need to hold the key). The Play/Pause functions of the key are only active after pairing is successful. (Note: Some mobile phones or
PC multimedia players do not support these operations).
Volume Up
Touch the key repeatedly (no need to hold the key). The volume is up to maximum when ‘beep’ tone occurs.
Volume down
Touch the key repeatedly (no need to hold the key).
Next Track
Touch and hold for 3 seconds to select next song (Note: Some devices will not support this operation).
Previous Track
Touch and hold the key for 3 seconds to select previous song (Note: Some devices will not support this operation).
Connecting with Non Bluetooth Audio Sources
The supplied EXO Cable (Combo USB, USB Power, 3.5mm stereo jack) is used to connect the EXO Xciter to any audio source with a (3.5mm / 1/8”) stereo headphone audio output.
Plug the USB mini connector of the supplied EXO Cable into
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the USB mini connector on the EXO Xciter and plug the USB connector into your computer, or the 3.5mm audio jack into the headphone output of your device.
(Note: In this play mode, keys on the EXO Xciter will not function except for the power On/Off key)
Using the EXO Xciter for Mobile Phone Conference Calls
To make a conference call, go to your phone settings and turn OFF Bluetooth® to de-pair the EXO Xciter from your phone. Turn OFF the EXO Xciter and then turn the EXO Xciter back ON (DO NOT press the Bluetooth® icon on the EXO Xciter).
Plug the 3.5mm stereo jack of the supplied EXO Cable into the headphone output on your phone.
Plug the USB mini connector of the EXO Cable into the EXO Xciter. Place call.
Features
1. Solid State acoustic motor technology
2. Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
3. EXO Cable (Combo USB, USB Power, 3.5mm stereo jack)
connectivity
Benefits
The EXO Xciter Bluetooth provides high quality audio for multiple applications including music sharing, conference calls, presentations, video audio playback, and audio enhancement of your favorite video games. The EXO Xciter Bluetooth will link with Bluetooth enabled devices such as smart phones,
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Mp3 players, computers, video cameras, gaming consoles, projectors, etc. Connecting the EXO Xciter to conventional audio sources is easily done with the EXO Cable (Combo USB, USB Power,
3.5mm stereo jack).
For EXO Xciter accessories visit www.exoxciter.com
Performance Specifications
Compliant with Bluetooth V2.1+EDR
Supported Bluetooth Proles: HSP/HPF, SPP, OPP, PBAP, A2DP
and AVRCP Operating Range: 10 meters (Class 2, Bluetooth standard) Max Peak Power: 5 watts RMS Charging Time: 2 hours Standby Time: Up to 1 month Built-in Battery Charger (charging by PC/Laptop USB connector
or AC Wall Charger compatible with USB port).
Frequency Range: 200 to 20kHz
Music Playing Time: 4 to 5 hours (high volume level)
Precautions
• Carefully read the instructions and check the accessories
before use.
• Do not drop.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not force EXO Xciter against a surface.
• Audio quality varies by surface application. Explore a
variety of surfaces to achieve best sound quality.
• Make sure the EXO Xciter Elastomeric disk on the bottom
is clean and makes good contact with surface.
• Turn off EXO Xciter when not in use.
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FCC Compliance
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.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the par ty
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a par ticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment 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 receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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FAQ
Q: When phone call comes in and I’m playing music from my cellular phone bluetooth paired to my Xciter the call is only heard on my phone not the Xciter.
A: The teleconferencing feature only works when your cellular phone is connected to your Xciter with the 3.5 stereo jack cable (coming from Bluetooth to 3.5 stereo
jack connection you must turn your Xciter OFF and ON).
Q: I turned off the Bluetooth on my cellular phone, connected the EXO Xciter to my phone, dialed a number and the EXO Xciter was squawking.
A: Simply turn your Xciter OFF and then ON again. The power cycle will disrupt the auto-pair mode.
Q: I press the power button for three seconds and there is not a beep or GREEN light.
A: This is an indication that your Xciter is out of power... recharge your Xciter using the EXO Cable.
Q: The Xciter is blinking blue indicating the unit is paired but no sound.
A: Verify the Bluetooth connect (blinking BLUE LED) press the mute button on your Xciter... check volume, selected audio output and mute position on your phone.
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Q: The volume is low after I have turned the unit to full volume.
A: Make sure the Xciter has good contact with the surface and if that does not work try another surface or recharge battery.
Q: I can not pair to the Xciter with another phone.
A: Disconnect with the rst audio device prior to pairing
with second audio device.
Q: How do I use the Xciter with devices that are not
Bluetooth enabled.
A: Connect the Xciter to device with the 3.5 mm stereo jack on the EXO Cable.
Q: I plugged my Xciter into my gaming device (Nintendo DS) using the 3.5 stereo jack cable but no sound.
A: Turn the Xciter OFF then back ON and check the volume on the gaming device.
Q: My audio device is searching for the EXO Xciter but is
not nding it.
A: Turn the Xciter OFF and then ON... and then repeat Bluetooth pairing instructions on page 3 of this manual.
If your question is not answered in this section, go to www.exoxciter.com or call 888.814.4440
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Limited Warranty
What Does The Warranty Cover?
Evolved Sonic warrants that its products shall be free from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.
What Is The Period Of Coverage?
90 days from the date of purchase. The term of any warranties implied by law shall expire when your limited warranty expires.
What Does The Warranty Not Cover?
This warranty does not cover any defect, malfunction or failure that occurs as a result of: improper installation; misuse or failure to follow the product directions; abuse; or use with improper, unintended or faulty equipment. (For information
on proper installation, operation and use consult the instructions supplied with the product. If you require a replacement manual, you may download a manual from www.exoxciter.com). Also,
consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty.
What Will Evolved Sonic Do To Correct The Problem?
Evolved Sonic will, at its option, repair or replace any product that proves to be defective in material or workmanship.
How To Get Warranty Service:
To get a covered product repaired or replaced, you must contact Evolved Sonic during the warranty period by email at techsupport@exoxciter. com. You must include in your email, your name, address, email address, telephone number, date of purchase and a complete description of the problem you
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are experiencing. In the United States, you may alternatively contact Evolved Sonic by telephone at 888-814-4440. Please be prepared to provide the same information. If the problem appears to be related to a defect in material or workmanship, Evolved Sonic will provide you a return authorization and instructions for return shipment. Return shipments shall be at the customer’s expense, and the return must be accompanied by the original proof of purchase. You should insure the shipment as appropriate because you are responsible for the product until it arrives at Evolved Sonic.
Customer Service
The answers to most setup and performance questions can be found in the guide. If you live in North America and still can’t
nd the information you need on our website, please call our
customer service team for assistance before returning the device under our return policy.
Tel: 888-814-4440
For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check our website at: www.exoxciter.com
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