BlueAir User manual Set up and use instructions for BlueAir adapter BA-01
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a BlueAir Bluetooth audio adapter The BlueAir Bluetooth audio adaptor opens a whole new world of freedom and sponteneity for leisure and informal public performances. Equipped with your BlueAir audio adapter, you can turn almost any musical or speaking opportunity into a performance.
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Contents This manual contains basic instructions for setting up and using the BlueAir Bluetooth audio adaptor and suggestions for where and how it may be used but the places you can take it and reasons you might use it are limited only by your imagination. Section Page 1. Before you start 5 2. Connecting to headsets (pairing) 9 3. Connecting to audio equipment 13 4. Using your BlueAir adaptor 27 i. Basic operation and suggested uses 29 ii. Headset quality 37 iii.
BlueAir Adaptor, showing the function button,inducator lights and charger socket used in its operation. Complete wireless freedom and the ultimate in ‘go anywhere’ convenience make the BlueAir adaptor the perfect pocket companion for impromptu amplification. With BlueAir, your own (or someone else’s) Bluetooth headset and almost any audio system that may be to hand, you have instant live amplification.
Before you start 1 The BlueAir BA-01 Bluetooth audio adaptor package contians the following: 1 2 3 BlueAir Bluetooth audio adaptor Mains power adaptor Selection of connector adaptors BlueAir Adaptor Power supply Connector adaptors (Descriptions on next page) 5
2 x 3.5mm stereo jack to mono RCA socket 3.5mm stereo jack to dual (split stereo) RCA socket 3.5mm stereo socket to dual (split stereo) RCA jack 3.
Preparing for use: 1. Remove all components from the box and using the diagram and contents list on pages 5 and 6, check that they are all correct 2. Powering the BA-01: Plug the power adaptor into the mains electricity supply (100V - 240V) and insert its small power connector jack into the socket on the BA-1 (it is the only socket on the unit). A red light will appear on the unit to confirm that the power supply has been connected correctly.
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Connecting to headsets (pairing) 2 Connecting the BlueAir adaptor to Bluetooth headsets is very simple but before you begin you will need to know your headset manufacturer’s instructions for switching the headset to “pairing mode”. As with any device used with Bluetooth headsets, to start using the BlueAir adapter it must first be connected to the headset of your choice using the process known as “pairing”.
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To make the most of the freedom of movement gained by using a Bluetooth headset as a wireless instrument microphone, the headset can be mounted on one of our unique H-clamp microphone mounts. The H-clamp attaches to the body of instruments such as acoustic guitars and has a boom that allows microphones to be held in the perfect position to capture the best possible sound (see pictures on page opposite).
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Connecting to audio equipment 3 The audio input and output levels of the BlueAir Adaptor are broadly compatible with standard audio inputs and outputs of both professional and domestic audio systems and computer equipment.
Professional stage / public address equipment Use the connection adaptors shown to the right. Connect a BlueAir adaptor jack to the socket end and plug the other end into the socket of the sound equipment. To use a Bluetooth headset as a wireless microphone, plug the BlueAir adaptor’s output jack (black ring) into the connection adaptor and then plug the connection adaptor’s jack into one of the sound system’s inputs. There are two options for using a Bluetooth headset as a wireless monitor earpiece: 1.
Computer sound card Use the connection adaptors shown to the right. Connect a BlueAir adaptor jack to the socket end and plug the other end into the relevant audio socket of the computer. The BlueAir adaptor’s output jack (black ring) must be connected to the computer’s audio input (for external microphones) socket and the input jack (red ring) to the computer’s audio output (for external speakers) socket.
NOTE: The maximum range (between headset and adpator) of the BlueAir adaptor is 10m. The BlueAir adaptor is for mono audio transmission only and will not pair with Bluetooth enabled stereo headphones. The connection adaptors provided can however be used to combine stereo channels for transmission by the BlueAir adaptor as mono audio signals.
Using your BlueAir adaptor 4 The primary purpose of the BlueAir adapter is to allow standard Bluetooth headsets to be used as wireless microphones but it can also be used for wireless audio monitoring. As it can do both simultaneously, it is excellent for using Bluetooth headsets with computers for VOIP (Voice Over IP) telephony. The BlueAir adaptor’s latency-free operation makes it superiior to headsets connected directly to Bluetooth enabled computers.
Suggested uses The BlueAir adaptor has a wide range of possible uses but some of the more common ones are: Live Performance The BlueAir adaptor is ideal for informal and/or impromptu performances where professional sound quality is not essential. Although the sound quality can be surprisingly good when used with standard acoustic instrument amplifiers and PA systems, it cannot rival professional wireless microphones or monitoring earpieces.
Computer audio The BlueAir adaptor can be connected to the standard audio ports of computers to allow both oudio in and out to be sent to/from a Bluetooth headset. This is particularly useful for internet telephony using services such as Skype. When using the BlueAir adaptor in this way, ensure both its input and output jacks are connected to the computer, even if you only intend to use it as an earpiece to hear sound from the computer.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION The link to a Bluetooth headset is active (the BlueAir adaptor’s green LED is on continuously) but no sound can be heard from the audio system. Press the headset’s call button (to deactivate the link) and then press it again to re-activate it. If this doesn’t work, re-pair with the headset and: 1. Ensure the BlueAir adaptor’s output jack (black ring) is connected to one of the audio system’s input sockets and the correct input is selected 2.
Any other problem Check our web site (www.exploraudio.com) for any additional advice or contact us directly: E-mail Tel Letter enquiries@explorudio.
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