Outdoor Technology TURTLE SHELL User Manual

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SHELL ANATOMY
POWER UP
* GET CONNECTED
* GET LISTENING
* GET TALKING
SPECIFICATIONS
FAQ’S

CONTENTS

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ANATOMY

On / O Switch & Indicator Light

Built in Microphone

3.5mm Audio Input

Mini USB Charge Port

1.

Microphone Location

ANATOMY

Volume / Track Control

Raise Volume by pressing >>
Lower volume by pressing <<

Skip forward by holding >> for 1-2 seconds
Skip backward by holding << for 1-2 seconds

Multi-Function Button: Music / Calls / Pairing

Press once to Play / Pause OR Answer / Hang up
Hold down for 6 seconds to enter pairing mode

2.

For best results, fully charge your Turtle Shell before use. To charge, plug the Turtle Shell
into your wall charger or computer via mini USB charge port.

- Battery Alerts

- Flashes RED - Low Battery

- Steady BLUE glow - Fully Charged

NOTE: It takes 2 hours to give your Turtle Shell an 80% charge. A full charge takes around 3 hours.

POWER

3.

Please note that the built-in microphone only works while connected via Bluetooth.

Your Turtle Shell can wirelessly stream audio from any Bluetooth device up to 30 feet away.

CONNECT

Connect Wirelessly via Bluetooth or via 3.5mm Stereo Input.

Bluetooth 3.5mm stereo input

(Wireless audio) (Wired audio)

Enter Pairing Mode

1. Press and hold the multi-function button for about 6 seconds

2. Wait for the indicator light to ash RED and BLUE.

3. Release multi-function button, you are now in pairing mode.

Prepare your phone or device - Turn on Bluetooth.

iPhone, iPod, or iPod: Settings > General > Enable Bluetooth

Android: Settings > Wireless & Networks > Bluetooth Settings

Blackberry: Settings / Options > Bluetooth > Enable Bluetooth

Other Cell Phones: Review the instruction manual that came with your phone, or Google it.

HOLD FOR 6 SECONDS FOR

PAIRING MODE

PAIR

5.

Pair

Go to your device’s Bluetooth settings
ADD or SEARCH devices. When “OT TURTLE SHELL” appears, select it.

*If asked for a pass code: Enter “0000”

Plug & Play - 3.5mm stereo line in

PAIR

6.

No Bluetooth? The Turtle Shell also connects via 3.5mm stereo input.
Play audio from any device with a headphone jack or audio output

The Turtle Shell is built to go anywhere, but for optimal sound quality follow the steps below.

Make sure Turtle Shell is resting on its base and facing upwards.

When connected wirelessly via Bluetooth, it’s best to turn the volume on your phone/device fully up and
then use the volume control (<< / >>) on the Turtle Shell.

When connected via 3.5mm stereo input, your phone/device may distort the audio signal if turned up too
loud. Turn down the volume on your phone/device before adjusting the volume on Turtle Shell.

LISTEN

7.

The built in microphone means that the Turtle Shell can be used as a wireless
speakerphone. Just speak in the direction of the top grill.

*NOTE The built-in microphone only works when connected via Bluetooth.

Answer or End a Call: Press the multifunction button to answer and end a call.

Decline a Call: Press and hold the multifunction button for 2 seconds.

Make a Call: Use your phone to dial as usual. Listen and talk through the Turtle Shell.

Redial Last Number: Press the Main Function Button twice.

Mute: Hold the >> and << Buttons for 2 seconds, or until you hear a beep.

Simultaneous Calls: To answer another call, just press the multifunction button.

TALK

8.

Battery Life: Music playing for 8 hours, talk time about 30 hours, standby time 700 hours

*Battery life varies subject to dierent playing circumstance such as music type or volume.

Speaker: 2W x 2 < 0.1% THD

Average Output: [email protected]

Frequency: 60Hz – 20kHz

Input Power: 100-240V 50/60Hz 800mA

Dimensions: 143 x 100 x 55 mm

Weight: 350g

Bluetooth Range: Up to 30 feet from device

SPECS

9.

Hearing Distortion

A. Lower the volume on your Turtle Shell and / or phone /device.
B. Make sure it’s charged up. Check for low battery, then charge if necessary.

Not Loud Enough

A. Turn up the volume on your phone / device or your Turtle Shell.
B. Make sure it’s charged up.
C. Plug the Turtle Shell in to your phone / device via 3.5mm stereo cable.

Unable to Pair

A. Conrm your phone / device is Bluetooth compatible.
B. Re-Pair: Follow pairing instructions in this guide (Page 5).

Signal Loss or Dropouts via Bluetooth

A. Move Turtle Shell closer to your phone / device.
B. Make sure it’s charged up.
C. Turn o your Turtle Shell and phone / device, then power up and reconnect.

FAQ

10.

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