Hints and Tips................................................................40
Product Fiche and Specifications ............................... 44
Others Information and Licences ............................... 47
Safety Warnings
•Read all the instructions carefully before using the
unit and keep them for future reference.
•Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third
party make sure to include this manual.
Damage
•Please inspect the unit for damage after unpacking.
•Do not continue to operate the unit if you are in any
doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged
in any way - switch o and consult your dealer.
Location of Unit
•The unit must be placed on a at stable surface and
should not be subjected to vibrations.
•Do not place the unit on sloped or unstable surfaces
as the unit may fall o or tip over.
•Do not place the unit close to table edge. It may fall
o due to vibration during high volume listening.
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Temperature
•Avoid extreme degrees of temperature, either hot or
cold. Place the unit well away from heat sources such
as radiators or gas/electric res.
•Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and other sources
of heat.
Naked Flames
•Never place any type of candle or naked ame on the
top of or near the unit.
Moisture
•Do not submerge this unit in water. It can cause
serious damage.
Water Resistance
•In compliance with IPX7.
•To ensure the water resistance of the unit, all covers
for the USB port must be rmly closed.
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•Even if your device is resistant to dust and water,
you should avoid using it unnecessarily to
environments with excessive dust, sand and mud
or to moist environments with extreme high or low
temperatures. The water resist ability cannot be
guaranteed in all environments or conditions.
Interference
•Do not place the unit on or near appliances which
may cause electromagnetic interference. If you do, it
may adversely aect the operating performance of
the unit, and cause a distorted sound.
Service
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
screws. The unit does not contain any userserviceable parts. Please leave all maintenance work
to qualied personnel.
•Do not open any xed covers as this may expose
dangerous voltages.
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Built-in Battery Care
•Your product is powered by a rechargeable battery.
•The battery can be charged and discharged
hundreds of times, but will eventually wear out.
•Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the
product when not in use.
•Do not leave a fully charged battery connected to a
charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime.
•If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its
charge over time.
•Leaving the product in hot or cold places, such as in a
closed car in the summer and winter conditions, will
reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery.
•Always try to keep your device in a cool, moisturefree environment that’s less than 32°C. A product
with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily,
even when the battery is fully charged. Battery
performance is particularly limited in temperatures
well below freezing.
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•The unit should be fully recharged after using the
device each time. This will keep the health of the
battery.
•If you plan to store your device for longer than six
months, charge the battery for an hour every six
months to keep it fresh.
Battery warning!
•The battery used in this product may present a risk of
re or chemical burn if mistreated.
•Do not attempt to open the product or replace the
battery. It is built-in and not changeable. Use of other
batteries may present a risk of re or explosion and
the warranty will be terminated.
•Only recharge your battery with the provided USB
cable designated for this product.
•Dispose of batteries according to local regulations.
Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as
household waste or in a re as they may explode.
•Batteries may explode if damaged.
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Maintenance
•Do not use any type of abrasive pad or abrasive
cleaning solutions as these may damage the unit’s
surface.
•Do not use liquids to clean the unit.
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Thank you for purchasing your new
product.
We recommend that you spend some time
reading this instruction manual in order that you
fully understand all the operational features it
oers. You will also nd some hints and tips to
help you resolve any issues.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before
use and keep this instruction manual for future
reference.
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Unpacking
Remove all items from the packaging. Retain
the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
•Main Unit
•USB to Micro USB Cable
•3.5mm to 3.5mm Stereo Audio Cable
•Instruction Manual
If items are missing, or damaged please contact
Partmaster (UK only). Tel: 0344 800 3456 for assistance.
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Product Overview
Front View
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1. Speakers
2. Built-in microphone
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Manually open the jack cover at the rear of
the unit for the connector panel. Do not use
any metal or sharp objects to open the jack
cover, because they will damage the rubber
and impact the waterproong function.
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Rear View
1. Carrying Strap
2. ON/OFF Button
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2
3
•Press and hold to switch
on the unit.
•Press and hold to switch
o the unit.
3. Battery Indicator
•Flash blue when the unit
is in ON mode, and is
searching for Bluetooth
device.
•Light up red when
charging.
•Switch o when the unit is
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fully charged.
4. Torch Button
•Press and hold to switch
the torch light ON.
•When the torch light is
on, press repeatedly to
switch it in Dim/Flashing/
O mode.
5. Aux in Socket
Connect a music player, etc.
to this socket by using the
supplied Stereo Audio Cable.
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5
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6. DC in 5V Socket
Connect a computer, etc. to
this socket with the supplied
micro-USB cable to charge
the unit.
7. 5V 1ACharge out Socket
Supply 5V 1.0 A max for
charging an external unit.
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Top View
1. Button
The stereo pairing function is
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only available when you have
two speakers:
•After you have switched
on both speakers, press
and hold for about 5
seconds on one speaker.
The two speakers will be
automatically connected.
•Press and hold this button
on one of the speakers
to disconnect the two
connected speakers
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Button
•Press to answer/end
an incoming call in
Bluetooth® mode.
•Press twice to dial the
last called number.
•Press and hold to reject an
incoming call.
2. Volume +/– Button
•Press and hold +/– button to
increase/decrease the volume.
•Press +/– button to skip to the
next/previous track in Bluetooth
mode.
3. NFC sensor
4. Button
•Press to activate the pairing
function in Bluetooth® mode.
•Press and hold to disconnect
the existing paired Bluetooth®
device.
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Bottom View
1
1. Torch light
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Important Information about
Water Resistant Operation
For proper water resistant operation, make sure
the plastic jack cover of the unit is completely ush
with the unit by pressing along the entire edge
of the cover until it is completely and securely in
place.
The unit is IPX7 splash proof rated. However, DO NOT
immerse the unit in water. It may cause product failure.
•Make sure the jack cover and surrounding
surfaces are completely dry before opening the
jack cover to prevent moisture from damaging
the internal electronics.
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•Keep the jack cover free of dirt, sand, or other
objects that can interfere with proper sealing.
If for any reason the jack cover is not making a
tight waterproof seal water may enter the unit.
•DO NOT clean unit with oily soaps or use
chemicals or solvents. Clean with damp cloth.
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Charging the Speaker
The unit has a built-in rechargeable battery, which
should be charged before using the speaker for
the rst time.
The battery is charged automatically whenever the
unit is connected to a computer or a USB charging
device.
USB to Micro USB
Cable (included)
Computer
USB charging
device
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1. Open the jack cover of the speaker.
2. Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to the
speaker, and then connect the other end to a
computer.
3. The charging indicator will ash during
charging. The light will switch o after the unit
is fully charged.
Battery Life
When using the Bluetooth® connection, the
speaker has approx. 10 hours of playback time in
fully charge status and in medium sound level.
Time stated above may vary, depending on
ambient temperature or conditions of use.
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When the Battery is Almost Empty
The Battery indicator will ash in red. When the
battery becomes empty, the speaker turns o
automatically.
•Micro-USB socket is for charging the unit only.
•Do not overcharge the battery as it may shorten its life.
Disconnect the USB cable after the unit is fully charged.
•The unit should be fully recharged after using the
device each time. This will keep the health of the
battery.
•If you plan to store your device for longer than 6
months, charge the battery for an hour every 6 months
to keep it fresh.
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•Use the supplied micro-USB cable only, and connect
directly to a computer. Charging will not be completed
properly by an indirect connection, such as via a
USB hub.
•If the unit is not used for a long time, the battery
indicator may not light up when you connect the
micro-USB cable to charge the unit. In this case, do not
disconnect the micro-USB cable from the unit and wait
until the battery indicator lights up.
•Charging time varies depending on conditions of use
of the battery and the output voltage of your charging
device.
•The unit will get warm during charging. This is not a
malfunction.
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Charging an External Device
You can charge an external device
(e.g. smartphone) with this product
by connecting to the 5V 1ACharge out Socket of this product.
To charge your external device,
you should use the charging
cable of your external device.
The USB cable provided here is
only for charging this speaker.
5V 1A Charge
out Socket
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Connection
Using the AUX Connection
Use the supplied
3.5 mm to 3.5 mm
stereo audio cable
to connect the
headphone socket of
an audio device and
the Aux in socket of
3.5 mm to 3.5 mm stereo
audio cable (included)
the unit.
The unit will switch into AUX mode after you start
playback from the connected audio device.
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Stereo Pairing Function
To create a stereo pairing, you need to have two
speakers and switch them both on.
1. Press and hold the button for about
5 seconds on one of the speakers. The LED
indicator will ash in blue.
2. Press and hold the button for about 5
seconds on the other speaker. The LED indicator
will ash in blue. Then the two speakers will be
automatically connected. You will hear a signal
sound after the pairing is complete.
Press and hold the button in any one of the
speakers to disconnect the connection between
the two speakers.
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The rst connected unit with your Bluetooth® device will
be the Master speaker (left channel). Its LED indicator
will ash slowly in blue.
The other unit will be the Slave speaker (right channel),
the blue LED indicator will ash rapidly.
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General Operation
Powering ON/OFF
•Press and hold the On/O button to switch
on/o the unit.
Automatic Power O Function
If the speaker is left in any of the following
conditions for more than approximately 15
minutes, it turns o automatically.
•No Bluetooth® connection has been established
between the unit and the external mobile
device.
•No audio input from the external device in
Bluetooth® or AUX mode.
•When the battery becomes empty, the unit turns
o automatically.
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Adjusting the Volume
During playback, press and hold +/– buttons on
the unit to increase or decrease the volume.
Torch Function
•Press and hold the
button to switch the
torch light ON.
•While the torch light is
on, press the button
repeatedly to switch it in
Dim/Flashing/O mode.
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Bluetooth® Operation
Switch the speaker on. The unit will nd the
last paired Bluetooth® device and connect
automatically.
If there is no previously paired device found,
the speaker will enter Bluetooth® pairing mode
automatically. The LED indicator will ash rapidly.
Follow the steps below to pair the unit with a
Bluetooth® device.
Activate your Bluetooth® device and select the
search mode. “SP-AD80” will appear on your Bluetooth® device list.
1. Select “SP-AD80” and enter “0000” for the
password if necessary. If connect successful, the
LED indicator will light up blue.
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2. To disconnect the Bluetooth® function, press
and hold button to disable the function from
your Bluetooth® device.
• You can enjoy music wirelessly from a smartphone, mobile
phone, or music player. Also, you can make or receive a call by
operating the unit.
• The operational range between the unit and the device is
approximately 10 metres. Any obstacle between the device
and the unit can reduce operational range.
• Before connecting a Bluetooth® device to the unit, ensure you
know the device’s capabilities.
• Compatibility with all Bluetooth® devices is not guaranteed.
• Keep this player away from other electronic devices that may
cause interference.
• The player will also be disconnected when your device is
moved beyond the operational range.
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NFC (Near Field Communication)
Operation
Pair your NFC-enabled mobile device directly with
this unit by just a single tap.
1. Activate NFC on your mobile device.
2. Hold your mobile device about or less than
1 cm close to the icon of unit. The device
vibrates or a message pops up.
3. To disconnect, hold the mobile device on the
icon of the unit to disconnect or disable NFC
from your mobile device.
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Listening to Music
Bluetooth® Mode
You can enjoy listening to music and basic remote
control operation of a Bluetooth® device via a
Bluetooth® connection. The Bluetooth® device is
required to support the following Bluetooth® proles.
•A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Prole): you
are enable to enjoy high-quality audio content
wirelessly.
•AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Prole): use
the unit to control play.
–To pause/resume playback, press once.
–To increase/decrease the volume, press and hold
+/– button
–To skip to the next/previous track in Bluetooth
mode, press +/– button
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AUX Mode
If you connect an audio cable to the Aux in socket,
make sure that you have started playback in your
external audio device.
•Press Volume +/– button to increase/decrease
the volume.
•Operate your audio device directly for playback
features.
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Hands-free Calling
You can enjoy a hands-free call with a Bluetooth®
smartphone or mobile phone that supports the
Bluetooth® prole HFP (Hands-free Prole) or HSP
(Headset Prole), via a Bluetooth® connection.
Call functions are only applicable if mobile phone
is paired and connected with the speaker and both
are switched on.
The function available may vary depending on the prole
supported by your Bluetooth® smartphone or mobile
phone. Even if the phone has the same prole, functions
may vary depending on the specications. Please refer
to the manual supplied with your smartphone or mobile
phone.
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Making a Call
1. Activate Bluetooth® mode on your mobile
device.
2. Use the buttons on your mobile device when
making a call.
Redial
Press button twice to redial the last call.
End Call
Press button on the speaker to hang up the
phone. You can also end the call from your phone.
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Receiving a Call
When an incoming call arrives, a ring tone will be
heard via the speaker.
Press button on the speaker. You will be
able to hear your call through your speaker. The
built-in microphone will allow you to converse
with the caller.
Reject an Incoming Call
Press and hold button on the speaker to
reject an incoming call.
If the caller cannot or can barely hear your voice,
press + / – button to adjust the volume or talk into the
microphone of the speaker.
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Maintenance
Ensure the unit is fully unplugged before cleaning.
•To clean the unit, wipe the case with a slightly
moist, lint-free cloth.
•Do not use any cleaning uids containing
alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.
•Do not spray aerosol at or near the unit.
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Hints and Tips
If a problem does occur, it may often be due to
something very minor. The following table contains
various tips. If you require additional assistance,
•for UK, please call our UK Call Centre on
0344 561 1234.
•for Ireland, please call our Ireland Call Center on
1 890 818 575.
ProblemSolution
No power.•The battery may be
exhausted. Connect the USB
cable and plug into a USB
port of a computer which is
turned on.
•Ensure that the unit is
switched on.
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ProblemSolution
No Sound.•Ensure that the unit is
switched on.
•Check the volume level of
the unit.
•Check the sound input source.
Sound is distorted.•Volume is too high. Adjust the
volume control.
Not charging.•Ensure that the micro-USB
charging cable is correctly
connected with the unit.
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ProblemSolution
I cannot nd
“SP-AD80” on my
Bluetooth® device.
Voice interrupted in
•Ensure that the unit is
switched on.
•Ensure that the Bluetooth®
function is activated on your
Bluetooth® device.
•The unit has a Bluetooth®
function that can receive a
signal within 10 metres. Keep
a distance within 10 metres
between the unit and your
Bluetooth® device.
•Ensure that the unit
Bluetooth® mode.
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and Bluetooth® device is
connected within 10 metres.
•Ensure that no obstruction
between the unit and the
Bluetooth® device.
ProblemSolution
NFC Pairing failed.•Ensure that the Bluetooth®
device supports NFC function.
•Ensure that the unit is in
pairing mode.
•For rst time pairing, ensure
that the Bluetooth® device
touches NFC sensor of
the unit.
•Remove mobile phone
protection shell for NFC
pairing.
No Sound in
AUX mode.
•Ensure the audio cable is
properly connected.
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Product Fiche and Specifications
BrandJVC
ModelSP-AD80-B (Black) /
SP-AD80-G (Green)
Speaker6 Ω × 2
Frequency Response180 Hz-20 kHz (+/–
3 dB)
Power AmplierClass D @ 10 W × 2
THD10%
SNR>75dB(A)
Charging InputDC 5V, 1A (Micro
USB)
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Charging TimeApprox. 6 - 8 hours
(DC 5V, 1A [Micro
USB])
Dimension71 mm × 78 mm ×
185 mm
Weight556 g
Bluetooth®Bluetooth®
Version
Maximum
transmitted
power
Frequency
band
V4.1
8 dBm
2.4GHz ~ 2.48GHz
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IP RatingIPX7
Features and specications are subject to change
without prior notice.
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Others Information and Licences
For general information about
this appliance and handy hints
and tips, please visit
www.knowhow.com/
knowledgebank or call
UK: 0344 561 1234
Ireland: 1890 818 575.
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The symbol on the product or its
packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with your
other household waste. Instead, it is
your responsibility to dispose of your
waste equipment by handing it over
to a designated collection point for
the recycling of waste electrical and
electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste
equipment at the time of disposal will
help conserve natural resources and
ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the
environment.
For more information about where you
can drop o your waste for recycling,
please contact your local authority, or
where you purchased your product.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of s uch marks by DSG Retail Limited is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.
All trademarks are the property of their respective
owners and all rights are acknowledged.
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European
directives compatibility and electrical safety.