BTX180 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker User Manual © 2012 Kinivo LLC. All rights reserved. Kinivo is a trademark of Kinivo LLC. Bluetooth word mark and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG. All other trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers. This manual may not be copied in any media or form without the written consent of Kinivo LLC. Kinivo Product Support Online : http://support.kinivo.com Email : support@kinivo.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions............................................... 4 Speaker Overview .................................................................. 6 Package Contents ................................................................... 7 Features ................................................................................... 7 Operation................................................................................. 8 1. Turn Unit On/Off...................................
8. LED Indication.................................................................................... 13 9. Button Functions.............................................................................. 14 Troubleshooting....................................................................16 1. Unable to pair to smartphone or tablet................................... 16 2. Speaker no longer connects to my device.............................. 16 3. Speaker works with my smartphone but not my computer.........
Read all safety and operation instructions before using the speaker. Important Safety Instructions 4 1. Do not expose the speaker to liquid, moisture or areas of high humidity. 2. Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean the speaker’s case as they may damage the unit. Always unplug and power off the unit before cleaning. 3. Do not expose the speaker to extremely high or low temperatures. 4. Keep the unit away from direct sunlight. 5.
6. Do not attempt to open or modify the speaker in any way. 7. Store the speaker in a cool dry place. 8. The BTX180 speaker contains a lithium ion battery. Lithium ion batteries are flammable and can cause fire if misused or defective. 9. Always dispose of the packaging and unit in accordance with the local regulations and in a responsible manner.
Speaker Overview Play / Pause VOL– VOL+ 6 AUX Line in Previous Next / EQ Micro USB Power Charging Port switch Kinivo BTX180 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
Package Contents BTX180 Speaker User Manual 3.5mm Audio Cable Micro USB Charging Cable Features Built-in Passive subwoofer for crisp Bass. Seamlessly stream music from any Bluetooth (A2DP) capable device. Built-in microphone for Hands free calling via Bluetooth.
Rechargeable battery allows up to 4-5 hours of wireless music. Supporting Bluetooth protocol v2.1+EDR and A2DP 1.2 audio streaming profile. Connect an iPod or other non-Bluetooth devices via 3.5mm port. Multi-point A2DP Bluetooth support; connect to up to two Bluetooth devices at the same time. iPhone and iPad battery meter support. Bass boost and built-in music enhancing equalizer. Operation 1. Turn Unit On/Off Toggle the power switch to turn the speaker on or off.
2. Adjust Volume Press the VOL+ or VOL– button to increase or decrease volume. 3. Bluetooth Pairing The speaker needs to be paired to a Bluetooth device before using. Power on the speaker then press and hold the Play ( ) button on the speaker for 3 to 4 seconds. The speaker will play an audible “Pairing” sound and the blue and red LEDs will start flashing alternatively. Activate the Bluetooth function on your device that you wish to connect to and search for and pair to the BTX180.
the speaker (The sequence might be Settings > General > Bluetooth (On) for older iOS versions) For Android smartphones and tablets Navigate to Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings while Bluetooth is enabled, then select Scan for devices. Select the BTX180 to pair the speaker. For all other devices Please follow your devices’ instructions on how to perform Bluetooth pairing. 4.
a. Follow the instructions in Bluetooth pairing steps to pair the speaker with the first Bluetooth device. b. Repeat the same pairing procedure for the second Bluetooth device. c. The second Bluetooth device should now be connected. In the first Bluetooth device’s menu, connect to the BTX180. Both devices should now be connected. 5. Adjusting the Equalizer Press and hold the Next / EQ button for 3 seconds to toggle between modes. The three modes are: Normal (default), Bass and Treble. 6.
source. While the 3.5mm audio cable is connected, Bluetooth audio output is disabled. 7. Charging BTX180 speaker To charge the BTX180 speaker, connect the micro USB cable to the BTX180 and plug the speaker into a USB power source. USB power sources include computers, laptops, USB hubs, USB AC adapters and USB car chargers. When the BTX180 is charging, the red light will be lit. When the battery is fully charged, the light will turn blue.
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Toggle microphone mute (during a call) Press the VOL+ and VOL– button at the same time Increase volume Press the VOL+ button, you will hear a beep when at the maximum level Decrease volume Press the VOL– button, you will hear a beep when at the minimum level Play music Pause music Press the Play button Next song Press the Next / EQ button Previous song Press the Previous button Toggle Equalizer mode Press and hold the Next / EQ button for 3 seconds Kinivo BTX180 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker 15
Troubleshooting 1. Unable to pair to smartphone or tablet Ensure that the speaker is in pairing mode (see Bluetooth Pairing section). Now open the Bluetooth configuration on your smartphone or tablet and scan for Bluetooth devices. You should see the BTX180 speaker - proceed to pair and connect the speaker. 2. Speaker no longer connects to my device To ensure the BTX180 speaker is in working order, delete all existing pairings on all devices and try the pairing process again.
3. Speaker works with my smartphone but not my computer The Bluetooth adapter in your computer needs to support the Stereo Bluetooth profile (A2DP). To ensure the Bluetooth adapter for your computer is functioning correctly, update the drivers to the latest version. You may need to verify that your computer’s Bluetooth adapter supports A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). Please contact Kinivo Support if you are still experiencing any issues. 4.
5. Error while pairing to Windows computers: Driver missing when trying to pair to computer The Bluetooth adapter for your computer provides the drivers for all Bluetooth speaker. To ensure the Bluetooth adapter for your computer is functioning correctly, update the drivers to the latest version. In addition, you may need to verify that your computer’s Bluetooth adapter supports A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
If at any point you are unable to resolve your issue, you can contact Kinivo Support via email at support@kinivo.com or on web at support.kinivo.com Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the BTX180 speaker compatible with? In general, the BTX180 speaker will work with devices that support the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Bluetooth profile.
Bluetooth enabled Windows computers (Windows 8, Windows 7 and Vista) Tablets – Windows, Apple, Android, Kindle Fire HD Smartphones – Android, BlackBerry, Windows, Samsung, Droids, HTC, etc. 2. How do I connect two devices at the same time? (Multi-point) Please refer to the Bluetooth Multi-point Pairing section under Operation. 3. How many Bluetooth connections will the BTX180 speaker remember? The BTX180 will remember up to seven previous Bluetooth connections.
connect to the last device it was connected to. If the last device isn’t found, it will connect to the second last device, and so on. 4. How can I switch from one music source to other? Make sure that new device is already paired to the speaker. If not, you can put the speaker in pairing mode and pair with the new device.
2. Now go to your computer’s “Show Bluetooth devices” and click on Connect. 5. How can I tell when the battery is low? When the BTX180 has a low battery and it is powered on, the red light will blink intermittently every 10 seconds. 6. Help! I’m unable to use to the speaker. What should I do? Please view the Troubleshooting section. If you are unable to find a solution you can contact Kinivo Support via email at support@kinivo.com.
Technical Specifications Bluetooth Compliance Bluetooth 4.0 Specifications Class I Bluetooth Profiles HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP Profiles Multipoint A2DP connection Play Time / Talk Time 4-5 hours Standby Time 900 hours Speaker Output Power 3W Weight 166g Size 2.75 in (diameter) x 2.
Range 10M Frequency Response Range 100Hz-20kHz Warranty 1 Year Limited Hardware Warranty. Kinivo hereby warrants to the customer of record that this product is in good-working condition and free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use for a duration of 1 year after the date of purchase. The product has been tested to meet the highest quality standards in each testing category.
the product proves to be defective, Kinivo will repair or replace the product free of charge. If replacement is required and if Kinivo then no longer carries the same product, then Kinivo reserves the right to substitute the product with a replacement product of like quality and size, suitable for the intended use.
warranties, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability, suitability or fitness for a particular purpose. If your product is not functioning or you have any concerns please contact Kinivo Support before returning the product. Online Support / Contact Us Please visit us at support.kinivo.com or www.kinivo.com for support information, downloads and how-to’s. You may also reach us via email or live chat (details below). Kinivo Product Support Email : support@kinivo.
FCC Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC RF warning statement: The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
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