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Parrot Zikmu Solo
English .......................................................... 9
Dansk ........................................................... 35
Türkçe .......................................................... 55
Suomi ........................................................... 75
РУССКИЙ .................................................. 95
Slovensky ..................................................... 115
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About this guide
In order to limit our paper consumption and as part of our environmentally friendly
and responsible approach, Parrot prefers to put user documents online rather than
print them out. This simplified guide to the Parrot Zikmu Solo is therefore limited
to providing you with the main instructions that will make it easy for you to use the
device. More information can be found on the support section o
f our website,
www.parrot.com
: the full manual, FAQs, tutorials, and more.
Contents
Getting started
iPod®
Wi-Fi®
Bluetooth®
Jack
Troubleshooting
General information
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p.13
p.15
p.20
p.23
p.24
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Getting started
Note : For the purpose of readability, the iPod touch® and iPhone® (in music mode)
shall be designated by the term "iPod" in this manual. Compatible telephones or
tablet PCs shall be designated by the term "Smartphone".
Connection to mains supply
Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet using the provided power cable (diagram
p.4).
>The speaker turns on automatically
. The icon blinks for a few seconds then
becomes steady.
Remote control
Insert the provided remote control battery into the specific battery compartment
(diagram p.4).
Note : Use only a CR2032 battery.
Turning the Parrot Zikmu Solo on / off
Press the of the remote control or control panel to turn the speaker on / off.
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Removing the front grid
Wi-Fi,
Bluetooth
and Reset buttons are accessible by removing the magnetic Parrot
Zikmu Solo front grid (diagram p.5).
Short press : Establish Wi-Fi connection with a modem /
router supporting WPS technology (refer to the Wi-Fi >
Connection with WPS section).
Long press : Reset Wi-Fi and ethernet parameters.
Short press : Make the Parrot Zikmu Solo visible via
Bluetooth
. Press this button before connecting a
Bluetooth
device to the speaker for the first time (refer to the
Bluetooth > Connection section )
.
Long press : Delete all pairings (except the one of the
currently connected device).
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Selecting an audio source
The Parrot Zikmu Solo allows you to use several types of audio sources: computer
connected via Wi-Fi, computer or Smartphone connected via
Bluetooth
, iPod/
iPhone, analogue audio player, TV or DVD player with an optical audio output.
Press the SOURCE button of the remote control to switch among the active audio
sources.
If you start playing a music file fro
m a second source, this source is automatically
selected. The music currently played from the first source is automatically
suspended except if the first source is an analogue audio player connected via a
Jack cable.
Controlling the volume
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iPod
Note : Refer to the Parrot Zikmu Solo support page for more information about the
compatible iDevice models.
Using the dock adapter
Two dock adapters provided with the Parrot Zikmu Solo allow you to use the
speaker with iPhone 4S / iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G. To use the Parrot
Zikmu Solo with another iDevice, use the dock adaptor supplied with the Apple
device.
To inse
rt the dock adapter, position it above the connector and press on both sides.
Connecting the iPod
Once the dock adapter is inserted on the speaker:
1.
Unplug the earphones from your iPod.
2.
Connect your iPod to the speaker (diagram p.6).
>The iPod battery charges until it is fully charged.
> You can now browse for a song on your iPod.
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Downloading the application
Login to the App StoreSM or Google Play® and download the free Parrot Audio
Suite application. This application will allow you to modify several audio settings
and connect the speaker to your Wi-Fi network easily.
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Wi-Fi
Before you begin
You can stream music via Wi-Fi to the Parrot Zikmu Solo from any computer with
the following operating systems : Windows
® XP (SP2 or SP3), Windows Vista®,
Windows
® 7 and Mac OS X 10 (and later versions).
To stream music via Wi-Fi on the Parrot Zikmu Solo while keeping an internet
connection, you need to have a wireless access point and to connect the Parrot
Zikmu
Solo to your Wi-Fi network. If you do not need an Internet connection on the
computer you are using with the Parrot Zikmu Solo, you can simply connect it to the
Wi-Fi network generated by the Parrot Zikmu Solo: SoloNet-xx.xx.
Note : The performance of the Parrot Zikmu Solo depends highly on the performance
of your modem / router. The sound quality of the Parrot Zikmu Solo may be affected if
there is
an obstacle or a wall between the speaker and your modem / router.
Reposition your speakers if necessary.
There are several ways to connect the Parrot Zikmu Solo to your Wi-Fi network.
The detailed connection procedures are available on the Parrot Zikmu Solo
complete user guide on our website www.parrot.com
.
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Connection with WPS
If your modem / router supports the WPS technology:
1.
Press the WPS button on your modem / router. Refer to the documentation of
your device for more information.
2.
Press the
button on the Parrot Zikmu Solo located behind the grid.
> The green light located next to this button blinks. It remains steady once the
connection is established.
Connection with an RJ45 cable
Note : The RJ45 cable, also called ethernet cabl e, is not provided with the Parrot
Zikmu Solo.
1.
Connect your computer to the Parrot Zikmu Solo using an RJ45 cable (diagram
p.8).
2.
On your computer, launch your
web browser and enter http://zikmu-solo.local/
wifi in the address bar.
> The list of available Wi-Fi networks will be displayed.
3.
Select your Wi-Fi network.
4.
Enter the WEP / WPA / WPA2 key if necessary then click on Apply.
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Connection with an iPhone
If you have an iPod Touch 2G (or later version) or iPhone 3 (or later version):
1.
Login to the App Store
SM
and download the Parrot Audio Suite free
application.
2.
Install your iPhone on the Parrot Zikmu Solo (diagram p.6) or connect it to the
speaker via
Bluetooth
(refer to the Bluetooth > Connection section).
3.
Launch the Parrot Audio Suite application and press Wi-Fi.
> The list of available Wi-Fi networks will be displayed.
4.
Select your Wi-Fi network. Enter the WEP / WPA / WPA2 key if necessary.
5.
Press Join.
> The Parrot Zikmu Solo is now connected to your Wi-Fi network.
Manual connection
The Parrot Zikmu Solo creates a Wi-Fi network by default. You can connect your
computer or Smartphone to this network in order to connect the Parrot Zikmu Solo
to yo
ur Wi-Fi network.
Note : If the Parrot Zikmu Solo has already been connected to a Wi-Fi network, it will
not create its own Wi-Fi network. To do so, you first need to reset the Parrot Zikmu
Solo Wi-Fi parameters by hol ding down the
button for 2 seconds.
1.
On your computer, scan for available Wi-Fi networks.
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2.
Join the "SoloNet-xx.xx" Wi-Fi network (as if you were trying to establish a
connection with a router / modem).
Note : You wil l temporarily lose your Internet acc ess. You can reconnect your
computer to your Wi-Fi network at the end of this procedure.
3.
Launch your web browser on your computer or Smartphone and enter http://
zikmu-solo.local (or http://[new-name].local if you changed the speaker
name) in the address bar.
4.
Click on Wi-Fi Configuration.
> The list of available Wi-Fi networks is displayed.
5.
Select your Wi-Fi network.
6.
Enter the WEP / WPA / WPA2 if necessary then click on Apply.
Using the web interface
The Parrot Zikmu Solo web interface allows you to control the playback of your
audio files and modify several audio settings. You can access this inte
rface from
your computer, Smartphone or tablet.
1.
Connect the Parrot Zikmu Solo to your Wi-Fi network using one of the
previously described methods.
2.
On your computer or Smartphone, launch your web browser.
3.
Enter http://zikmu-solo.local
(or http://[new-name].local if you changed the
speaker name) in the address bar.
Note : For more information about the web interfac e, refer to the corresponding
tutorial available on the Parrot Zikmu Solo support page on our website
www.parrot.com.
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speaker name) in the address bar.
Note : For more information about the web interfac e, refer to the corresponding
tutorial available on the Parrot Zikmu Solo support page on our website
www.parrot.com
.
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Bluetooth
Using the Parrot Zikmu Solo with a Smartphone
You can listen to music tracks stored on your Smartphone via the Parrot Zikmu
Solo. Your Smartphone must support the
Bluetooth®
A2DP profile (Advanced
Audio Distribution Profile).
Note: Depending on the model of your phone, you may need to authorize the
connection to the Parrot Zikmu Solo to allow further automatic connections.
Refer to
the user guide of your phone for more informati on.
Using the Parrot Zikmu Solo with a computer
You can stream music via
Bluetooth
to the Parrot Zikmu Solo from any PC
supporting
Bluetooth
technology and MAC OS X 10 (and later versions).
The detailed connection procedure depends on your computer and the
Bluetooth
software you are using. For more information, refer to your device user guide or to
the Parrot Zikmu Solo complete user guide on our website www.parrot.com.
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Connection
If you are using the Parrot Zikmu Solo with your Smartphone or computer, you need
to connect both devices. But if you are using your Smartphone or computer with
the Parrot Zikmu Solo for the first time, you need to pair both devices before
connecting them. The pairing process is only necessary once.
1.
Turn on the Parrot Zikmu Solo.
2.
Remove the front grid (diagram p.5).
3.
P
ress the button.
> The blue light located next to the button starts blinking. The Parrot Zikmu
Solo is now visible by the other
Bluetooth
devices for two minutes.
4.
From your Smartphone or computer, launch a
Bluetooth
peripherals search.
5.
Select « Zikmu-Solo ».
6.
If your Smartphone or computer asks you to enter a
Bluetooth
PIN code, enter
“0000”.
> The Parrot Zikmu Solo is now paired with your device. You can p
lace the
front grid back on the speaker.
7.
Connect both devices.
> You can now start playing the track on your Smartphone or computer and the
sound will come through the speaker.
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If your Smartphone supports the NFC function, connection is also possible by
touching the Parrot Zikmu Solo dock connector (diagram p.8). The area of the
Smartphone which needs to touch the speaker depends on the phone model. Refer
to your Smartphone user guide for more information.
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Jack
You can connect your analogue audio player (ex: CD player, TV) to the Parrot Zikmu
Solo via a jack / jack cable to stream music. To do so, connect the cable to the jack
connector located under the speaker (diagram p.7) and start playing a track.
If you wish to connect the Parrot Zikmu Solo to an audio player with an optical audio
output (TV or DVD player), use the provided to
slink / jack adapter (diagram p.7).
Note : Make sure that the connectors are inserted properly to avoid any disruption.
Note : To avoid any problem of sound saturation, increase the volume on the Parrot
Zikmu Solo rather than on your audio player. The audio mixer available on the Parrot
Audio Suite appl ication allows you to define a volume level by default for each sourc e
to avoid problems such as a
too high volume level after an audi o source change.
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Troubleshooting
Resetting the Parrot Zikmu Solo
If you have already configured your Parrot Zikmu Solo for Wi-Fi use and want to
reset the Wi-Fi parameters to their factory settings, remove the front grid
(diagram p.5) and hold down the button.
If you are having an issue with an audio player connected to the Parrot Zikmu Solo
via
Bluetooth:
1.
Turn off the audio player.
2.
Remove the front grid (diagram p.5) and hold down the
button.
3.
Reestablish the
Bluetooth
connection between the Parrot Zikmu Solo and the
audio player.
If you are having an issue with your Parrot Zikmu Solo and need to reboot the
speaker, remove the front grid (diagram p.5) and press the Reset button.
If you want to restore the Parrot Zikmu Solo factory settings, hold down the
button.
Note: These resets can also be done using the Parrot Audio Suite application.
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Pairing the remote control
If the Parrot Zikmu Solo remote control does not seem to work :
1.
Make sure the battery is correctly installed (diagram p.4).
2.
Restart the Parrot Zikmu Solo.
3.
Press the SOURCE and
buttons simultaneously. You have one minute to
perform this action once the Parrot Zikmu Solo is turned on.
Software update
Make sure you have the latest software update on your Parrot Zikmu Solo. Using
the Web interface you can easily identify whether a new software update is
available. If you require an update 'click' to download and install the latest version.
You can also check the software version
displayed information if you have an iPod.
To do so, install the iPod on the Parrot Zikmu Solo, then select Settings > General >
Information if you have an iPhone or Settings > Information if you have an iPod.
Browse through the displayed informations until "Parrot Zikmu Solo by Starck" is
displayed.
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Compatibility
If your phone does not seem to work with the Parrot Zikmu Solo, refer to the
compatibility page on our website to check if your phone is compatible with the
Parrot Zikmu Solo and to consult the corresponding pairing procedure :
www.parrot.com/uk/compatibility
.
For more information
Refer to the Parrot Zikmu Solo on our website : www.parrot.com/uk/support/
parrot-zikmu-solo.
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General information
Warranty
Without prejudice of legal warranty, Parrot products are warranted during 1 year
from the date of purchase for defects in materials and workmanship, provided that
no deterioration to the product has been made, and upon presentation of proof of
purchase (invoice) to the retailer. Warranty does not cover: upgrading of the
software items of the Parrot products with Bluetooth ce
ll phones for compatibility
purpose, data recovery, deterioration of the external aspect due to normal wear of
the product, any damage caused by accident, misuse, misapplication, or non-Parrot
products. Parrot is not responsible for storage, loss or damaged to data during
transit or repair. Any product wrongfully declared to be defective will be returned
to sender and inspection, process and carriage c
osts will be invoiced to him.
Correct disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
This marking
shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not
be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent
possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste
disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly
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to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this
product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can
take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contract
their supplier and the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product
shoul
d not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
Modifications
The explanations and specifications in this guide are given for information
purposes only and may be modified without prior notice. They are deemed to be
correct at time of going to press. The utmost care has been taken when writing this
guide,as part of the aim to provide you with accurate information. However, Parrot
shall not be
held responsible for any consequences arising from any errors or
omissions in the guide, nor for any damage or accidental loss of data resulting
directly or indirectly from the use of the information herein. Parrot reserves the
right to amend or improve the product design or user guide without any restrictions
and without any obligation to notify users. As part of our ongoing concern to
upgrade and imp
rove our products, the product that you have purchased may differ
slightly from the model described in this guide. If so, a later version of this guide
might be available in electronic format at Parrot’s website at www.parrot.com.
Registered Trademarks
Parrot, Parrot Zikmu Solo and the Parrot logo are registered trademarks of PARROT
SA.
The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Parrot S.A. is under license.
Bluetooth QDID : B013841, B013839, [-]
iPod, iPhone, Mac and Apple are trademarks of Apple Inc, registered in the US and
others countries.
Windows XP, W
indows Vista and Windows 7 are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the US and other countries.
Wi-Fi ® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo
is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.
All other trademarks mentioned in this guide are protected and are the property of
their respective owners.
Declaration of Conf
ormity
We, Parrot S.A. of 174 quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris, France, declare under our
sole responsibility that our product, the Parrot Zikmu Solo speaker to which this
declaration relates are in conformity with appropriate standards EN300328,
EN300220, EN301489-17, IEC60065 following the provision of EMC 204/108/EEC,
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Parrot, Parrot Zikmu Solo and the Parrot logo are registered trademarks of PARROT
SA.
The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Parrot S.A. is under license.
Bluetooth QDID : B013841, B013839, [-]
iPod, iPhone, Mac and Apple are trademarks of Apple Inc, registered in the US and
others countries.
Windows XP, W
indows Vista and Windows 7 are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the US and other countries.
Wi-Fi ® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo
is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.
All other trademarks mentioned in this guide are protected and are the property of
their respective owners.
Declaration of Conf
ormity
We, Parrot S.A. of 174 quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris, France, declare under our
sole responsibility that our product, the Parrot Zikmu Solo speaker to which this
declaration relates are in conformity with appropriate standards EN300328,
EN300220, EN301489-17, IEC60065 following the provision of EMC 204/108/EEC,
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electrical security 2006/95/CE and R&TTE 1999/5/EC directives.
Identification N. 394 149 496 R.C.S. PARIS
Parrot S.A.
Copyright © Parrot 2012. All rights reserved.
FCC Compliance Statement
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 aga
inst 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 particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio o
r 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 distance between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
IC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
Digital Device, with Industry Canada Licence-exempt RSS-GEN 7.1.3. 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 particular 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 distance between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Important safety instructions
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock , do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
1. Read these instructions
.
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