Fluance Fi70W 3-Way Wireless High Fidelity Music System User Manual

Fluance Fi70W 3-Way Wireless High Fidelity Music System

SAFETY INFORMATION

1. Read all instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades, with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged. Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
15. The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
16. The direct plug-in adapter is used as a disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
17. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

FEATURES

• Hand-built, internally braced MDF wood cabinet for an overall natural sound.
• Butyl rubber surrounds provide longer excursion, better linearity, and increased durability.
• Ferro-fluid cooled tweeters for longer life.
• Powerful 280W integrated amplifier boasts extreme accuracy for a well-defined sound.
• Two finely tuned bass ports control low frequency and improve efficiency.
• Bluetooth auto-pairing technology with aptX premium audio.
• The detachable base creates a commanding stance while also providing additional stability.
• Adjustable bass and treble equalizer to fine-tune to your performance preference.
• Sleek touch panel controls with illuminated LED display (dimmable).
• Magnetic grills detach to reveal a smooth finish with no visible fasteners.
• 2.1A USB port for rapid charging of your devices and a 3.5mm auxiliary input allow for direct connection.
• Optical Toslink input allows for direct connection to a television.
• Digital AM/FM radio and alarm clock functionality

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• High Performance Wireless Music System
• Low Profile Stand with Mounting Hardware
• Remote Control
• AM/FM Radio Antennas
• Quick Start Guide
• 2-Year Parts and Labor Warranty
• Lifetime Customer Support

ASSEMBLING THE STAND TO THE CABINET

1. Attach pole to the base (washers and large screws)
2. Attach pole to the bracket (small screws)
3. Attach the assembled stand to the cabinet (bolts)

POWERING THE UNIT

1. Plug the power adapter into an outlet and into your cabinet
2. Flip the power switch on
3. Press the power button on the remote or the cabinet

SETTING UP BLUETOOTH

1. Press the source button until you see “BT” on the LED screen.
2. Connect to Fluance Fi70 from your mobile device’s Bluetooth settings.
3. Play music.

OPTIONAL CABLE SET UP

AUX: Mobile devices for music

Optical: To TV

USB: Charging mobile devices

AM/FM antenna: Radio listening

REMOTE BUTTONS

CABINET BUTTONS

NOTE: Previous Track/Next Track (when on Bluetooth); Previous radio station/Next radio station (when on radio source)

SET TIME

• Press the setting button until you see “TIME” displayed on the LED screen. You will now see either AM or PM. Use the forward/back buttons to cycle between both settings.
• Press the setting button to confirm. Press the forward/back buttons to select the hour. Press the setting button to confirm.
• Press the forward/back buttons to select the minutes. Press the setting button to confirm. “OK” will now be displayed on the LED screen.

SET SLEEP TIMER

• Press the settings button until you see “SL00” or a combination of SL and two other digits (ex., SL15).
• Press the forward/back buttons to select the number of minutes to pass before entering sleep mode.
• Press the setting button to confirm, “OK” will now be displayed on the LED screen.

NOTE: The sleep timer can be set in 5-minute Intervals (5, 10, 15, 20, etc)

SET ALARM

1. Press the setting button until you see “ALM”. Press the forward/back button. You will now see either “ON” or “OFF”. Use the forward/back buttons to select “ON” to enable the alarm.
2. Press the setting button to confirm. You will now see either AM or PM. Use the forward/back buttons to cycle between both settings.
3. Press the setting button to confirm. Press the forward/back buttons to select the hour. Press the setting button to confirm.
4. Press the forward/back buttons to select the minutes. Press the setting button to confirm.
5. You will now see either “AM”, “FM”, or “BUZZ”. Use the forward/back buttons to select which mode will sound when the alarms are activated (Buzzer, FM Radio, AM Radio).
6. Press the setting button to confirm that “OK” will now be displayed on the LED screen.

SET RADIO PRESETS

1. On the AM or FM input, press the forward/back buttons to select the radio station you wish to save to the selected preset channel.
2. Press the setting button until you see “MEM” displayed on the LED screen. Press the forward button.
3. Press the forward/back buttons to select the preset Channel that the radio station will be saved to. Wait until the LED begins flashing. Press the setting button to confirm.

OPERATION

Pairing multiple devices

Although the Fluance Fi70 can only play music from one device at a time, it can memorize up to 8 device profiles. Switching from one device to another:

1. Access the SETTINGS and turn the Bluetooth function of the device OFF.
2. The Fluance Fi70 can now be connected to a different device.

Reconnecting your device

If you move out of range or turn off the Bluetooth feature on your device, the Fluance Fi70 will disconnect from your device. To reconnect, simply turn the Bluetooth feature back on or move within 33 feet (line of sight) of the Fluance Fi70.

The unit will auto-pair if it was the last device connected. If not, please refer to the pairing instructions.

Out of Range or Lost Signal

If the music device is out of range (beyond 33 feet) of the Fluance Fi70 or if there is something blocking the Bluetooth signal, the Bluetooth logo LED will flash to indicate that the Bluetooth connection with the music device has been lost. To avoid a lost connection:

1. Move the music device back into range (within 33 feet), and/or make sure there’s a clear line of sight and that there are no obstructions between the Fluance Fi70 and the device.
2. Within 15 seconds, the connection will automatically be reestablished, and the Bluetooth LED light will turn solid.
3. If the connection is lost for more than 15 seconds, the connection will need to be reestablished. Follow the instructions in the “Reconnecting your device” section.

• Press the source button until you see “BT” on the LED screen.
• Connect to Fluance Fi70 from your mobile device’s Bluetooth settings.
• Play music.

USB Charging Port

The USB Charging Port allows for quick and easy charging of your smartphone or tablet while still enjoying your music. The USB input cannot be used for playback.

1. Connect one end of the USB Cable to the 2.1 A USB Charging Input on the Fluance Fi70.
2. Connect the other end of the USB Cable to your Smartphone/Audio Device.
3. You can continue to enjoy your music using your Smartphone/Audio Device while it is charging.

USB port is for charging smartphones and tablets only.

Reset Pairing

The Reset Pairing button is used to unpair another paired device, allowing you to connect a new device to the Fluance Fi70.

1. Press and hold the Play/Pause button on the Fluance Fi70 to break any existing Bluetooth connections.
2. The unit will search for a new device for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, if no new connection is made, it will auto-pair back to the previous device.
3. You can also unpair the connection directly from your Smartphone by disabling the Bluetooth connection.

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAQ

What does the “Display” toggle do?

The display toggle will cycle between 3 modes. Time, Source, and Display OFF.

How do I adjust the Volume / Change the Bass or Treble?

Select the equalizer using the settings button on the touch panel or using the Bass/Treble EQ buttons on the remote. Use the +/- buttons to increase or decrease volume accordingly. The range of the BASS/TREBLE is -10 to 10, and the range of volume is 0 to 40.

What is “Auto-Pairing” and how does it work?

Auto-Pairing is a convenient connection feature implemented into all Fluance Bluetooth-enabled speakers. If the connected Bluetooth-enabled device leaves the connection range of the Fi70 and returns at a later time, the device will automatically connect. If the device’s Bluetooth function is disabled and then enabled at a later time, the device will automatically connect as well. Please note that the Fluance Fi70 will only auto-pair to the last device that it was connected to, and if the Fi70 is set to its Bluetooth input.

What is the purpose of the USB port on the back panel?

The USB port is designed to charge any of your devices such as smartphones, tablets, music players, etc., however, it cannot be used for playing audio files with the Fi70.

I can’t connect my device to the Fi70.

Please ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device and attempt to re-pair with the Fi70.

Another device is connected to the Fi70, and I wish to connect my device.

You can reset any Bluetooth connection by pressing and holding the “Play/Pause” button on the remote/touch panel. The Fi70 will be available to connect to any new device for the next 30 seconds. If no device is found, the Fi70 will auto-pair back to the previously connected device. Please note that only one device can be paired at a time.

What is the range of the Bluetooth Connection?

The Fi70 operates with Power Class 2 Bluetooth devices, which have a range of approximately 33 feet (line of sight).

What is the break-in period for Fluance speakers?

The break in period for our speakers is about 10 hours of playing time at normal listening volumes. After this period the drivers will have had enough movement to perform at their peak level.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Fluance gives the following warranty to the original customer of each new Fluance product purchased from a dealer authorized by Fluance. Fluance warrants that each new product, under normal use, is free from defects, subject to the terms and conditions set forth. If a defect should occur within the warranty period, repairs will be made free of charge for parts and labor when such defects are determined by us to be attributable to faulty materials or workmanship at the time of manufacture.

Warranty Period

The FLUANCE® products listed below are warranted for parts and labor for the stated period from the date of original purchase and are subject to the terms and conditions of the warranty.

Home Audio Passive Speakers: Lifetime Warranty

Active/Powered Speakers: 2-Year Warranty

HiFi Turntables: 2-Year Warranty

Warranty Exclusions

• Products purchased from a dealer not authorized by Fluance.
• Products with the serial number defaced, altered, or missing.
• Defects resulting from disaster, accident, abuse, misuse, lightning, power surges, neglect, unauthorized modification, or water damage.
• Defects or damage as a result of repairs performed by a person or party not authorized by Fluance.
• Defects or damage occurring during shipping (claims should be made with the shipping company).
• Defect or damage as a result of connecting a product to an outlet with the incorrect voltage. Voltage converters must be used where applicable.

To Obtain Warranty Service

Should your Fluance product require warranty service, please contact your Fluance Authorized Dealer and send your product fully insured and freight prepaid to the nearest Fluance authorized service center. Before sending to Fluance, you will be required to get a Return Authorization Number from your dealer.

Products shipped without a valid Return Authorization Number will be refused. To avoid possible shipping damage, make sure the product is properly packaged and well protected. Include a copy of your original bill of sale as proof of warranty along with your name, home and/or work telephone number(s), a complete return address, and a detailed description of the faults.

Products repaired within warranty will be returned freight prepaid. This warranty in itself is not considered a valid proof of purchase. When applying for warranty repairs, you must present the original copy of your bill of sale as proof of warranty.

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