Parrot ZIKMU User Guide

Parrot Zikmu by Starck

User guide

Contents

Getting started .......................................................................................................... 3

Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 3

Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 3

Maintenance and precautions ....................................................................................................... 4

Commands .............................................................................................................................................. 4

Turning the speakers on / off ........................................................................................................ 4

Selecting an audio source ............................................................................................................. 4

Adjusting the volume ..................................................................................................................... 5

Wi-Fi ........................................................................................................................... 6

Before you begin ..................................................................................................................................... 6

Set up ............................................................................................................................................ 6

Identifying the type of connection .................................................................................................. 7

Installing the Parrot Audio Suite .................................................................................................... 8

Establishing the connection with SES / WPS ............................................................................... 8

Establishing the connection without SES / WPS .......................................................................... 8

Resetting Wi-Fi parameters........................................................................................................... 9

Using the Zikmu with a computer connected to the access point via an Ethernet cable .............. 9

iPod .......................................................................................................................... 11

Compatibility ................................................................................................................................ 11

Installation ................................................................................................................................... 11

Commands .................................................................................................................................. 12

Bluetooth ................................................................................................................. 13

Using the Zikmu with a Bluetooth phone ............................................................................................... 13

Connecting a mobile phone / PDA to the Zikmu ......................................................................... 14

Using the Zikmu with several Bluetooth audio players ............................................................... 14

Using the Zikmu with a computer via Bluetooth .................................................................................... 15

Establishing the connection using the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software ...................... 16

Establishing the connection with the Mac Bluetooth software .................................................... 17

Establishing the connection with the Toshiba Bluetooth software .............................................. 18

RCA .......................................................................................................................... 19

Parameters .............................................................................................................. 20

Controlling the balance ................................................................................................................ 21

Synchronizing Audio and Video signals ...................................................................................... 21

Using the Audio Mixer ................................................................................................................. 22

Using the high volume Fade-In ................................................................................................... 22

Bluetooth Parameters ............................................................................................................................ 23

Modifying the Bluetooth name ..................................................................................................... 23

Modifying the PIN code ............................................................................................................... 24

Software update ...................................................................................................... 25

Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Wi-Fi ................................................................................................ 25

Updating the Zikmu with a PC via Bluetooth ......................................................................................... 25

Before you begin ......................................................................................................................... 25

Widcomm Bluetooth software ..................................................................................................... 26

Toshiba Bluetooth software ......................................................................................................... 26

Updating the Zikmu with a Mac ............................................................................................................. 27

Getting

started

Connection to mains supply

Plug both speakers into an electrical outlet using the provided power cables.

Remote control

Insert the remote control battery into the specific battery compartment.

Installation

Positioning the Zikmu

To get the best possible sound performances, we advise you to respect the following recommendations:

 Make sure that you correctly install the speakers at their respective positions: the iPod /

iPhone docking station must be on your right.

 To get an accurate reproduction of the bass frequencies, make sure there is a minimal

distance of 40 cm between the back and lateral walls and the speaker. Bass frequencies will get louder if you place your speakers closer to the walls.

 The sound quality of the Zikmu can be degraded if there is an obstacle or a wall between

both speakers. Reposition your speakers if necessary.

Installation

WARNING

- Use only a CR2032 battery.

- Dispose of used batteries in compliance with current recycling legislation in the country of use.

Maintenance and precautions

 To remove dust and fingerprints from the speakers, use a damp cloth.

 Do not use any kind of cleaning agent on the Zikmu.

 The Zikmu is a high technology product. Please handle the speakers with care.

Commands

Turning the speakers on / off

Press the button of the remote control or control panel to turn on / off the speakers.

Selecting an audio source

 The Zikmu allows you to use several types of audio sources: PC connected via Wi-Fi,

computer or audio player connected via Bluetooth, iPod/iPhone, analogue audio player connected via a Jack / Cinch audio cable.

 Press the SOURCE button of the remote control to switch among the active audio

sources.

Increase volume

Press the button

Decrease volume

Press the button

Mute the speakers

Press the button

 If you start playing a music file from a second source:

- this source is automatically selected ;

- the music currently played from the first source is automatically suspended if

it this first source is an iPod / iPhone or an audio player connected via Bluetooth.

Adjusting the volume

Wi-Fi

WARNING: The performance of the Zikmu depends highly on the performance of your modem

/ router.

Operating system

The Zikmu is compatible with the Windows XP (SP2 and later) and Windows Vista SP1 operating systems.

Wi-Fi access point

 You need an access to the internet to download the

necessary software and a Wi-Fi access point to establish the connection with the Zikmu.

 The sound quality of the Zikmu can be degraded if there is

an obstacle or a wall between both speakers. Reposition your speakers if necessary.

Before you begin

Set up

Identifying the type of connection

WARNING: Make sure you do not mistake the WPS button with a pairing button.

WPS routers

The type of connexion you have to establish with the Zikmu depends on the model of your modem / router: you have to determine whether it supports the SES or WPS technologies.

 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) or SES (Secure Easy Setup) technologies allow you to

establish a secured connection between several Wi-Fi devices simply by pressing a button.

 To find out whether your modem supports SES or WPS technologies, refer to the

documentation of your device. If you do not have this documentation:

- your modem / router cannot support these technologies if you were equipped with it before 2007 ;

- there is a WPS button on WPS modems or routers.

► If your modem / router supports SES or WPS technologies, refer to the Establishing a connection

with SES / WPS section.

► If your modem / router does not support SES or WPS technologies, refer to the Establishing a

connection without SES / WPS section.

Description

The Parrot Audio Suite is composed of the Parrot Sound Manager and Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software.

 The Parrot Sound Manager software allows you to

establish the connection between your PC and the speakers via Wi-Fi.

 The Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software allows

you to modify several audio and Bluetooth parameters. ► Refer to the Parameters section for more information.

Download

You can download the Parrot Audio Suite (for PC) at the following address: http://www.parrot.com/starck

Installation

Install the software and follow the displayed instructions:

1. Select your language and click on OK.

2. If you want to use the Wi-Fi function of the Zikmu, select Wi-Fi

Connection. If you want to use the Bluetooth function, select Bluetooth Connection.

3. Specify your preferences concerning the installation and click on OK. > At the end of the installation, a confirmation window is displayed. You can click on Close.

Installing the Parrot Audio Suite

Establishing the connection with SES / WPS

If your modem / router supports the SES or WPS technology:

1. Press the SES or WPS button of your modem / router. Refer to the documentation or your device for more information.

2. Press the button of the Zikmu. > The Zikmu is now connected to your Wi-Fi network.

Establishing the connection without SES / WPS

1. Press the pairing button of your modem / router. Refer to the documentation or your device for more information.

2. Click on the icon at the bottom right of your screen and select Add a new Wi-

Fi device.

> The connection window is displayed.

3. Select No then click on Next. > A confirmation window is displayed.

4. Click on Next. > You will lose your internet connection during the configuration (5 minutes max). You will get your internet connection back as soon as the configuration is over. > A window allowing you to change the name of the Zikmu is displayed.

5. Enter a new name if necessary and click on Next. > If you click on the icon at the bottom right of your screen, the Zikmu is now displayed

among the available Wi-Fi peripherals.

Note: You can modify this name subsequently using the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software.

Before you begin

 Identify the name of your Wi-Fi network.

Note: The name of this network is also referred to as SSID (Service

Set Identifier). It is generally located under your router. If you have changed this name, use the new name.

 If your network is secured, you need the WEP / WPA or

WPA2 protection code to establish the connection.

Resetting Wi-Fi parameters

If you encounter problems while connecting your PC to the Zikmu via Wi-Fi, hold down the button until all control panel icons blink once.

Using the Zikmu with a computer connected to the access point via an Ethernet cable

If your computer is connected to your access point via an Ethernet cable, then use the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software to establish the connection between your computer and the speakers.

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