Riva S Wireless Bluetooth Speaker User Manual

Riva S Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

GETTING STARTED: Power On/Off

1. RIVA S is partially charged out of the box. Plug in immediately with the power adapter to charge to 100%. The Battery icon LED will appear steady, and a voice prompt will announce when the battery is fully charged.
2. Power On: Tap theto turn ON.
3. Power Off: Hold theto turn OFF.

When on the GO

1. On the back of the RIVA S, slide the BATT ON/OFF switch to ON to engage the battery.

NOTE: We recommend you play RIVA S for 3 hours at 50% volume to “break in” the speakers for maximum acoustic performance.

CONNECTION: Connect Your Devices

• Bluetooth® Device
  • When you first turn your RIVA S on, it will automatically go into discovery/pairing mode to connect to a Bluetooth® device.
  • The unit will appear on your device as RIVA S along with a unique MAC address. Once paired, you can begin playing.
  • To pair a new device, hold down theto discover your device. The Bluetooth® icon will pulse blue when pairing and stay solid once paired.
• Non-Bluetooth® Device
  • Using the included 3.5 mm or red/white RCA cables, connect the output on your non-Bluetooth® device to the AUX input on the RIVA S.
  • Bluetooth® takes priority, so please pause your Bluetooth® source. The RIVA S will automatically switch to the Aux input, and thewill turn green.

NOTE: Please see the Play Safe page for additional safety guidelines.

RIVA Audio App: Mobile App

Download the free RIVA AUDIO app from the App Store™ or Google Play.

• Control all of the features on your RIVA S directly from your phone or tablet for iOS or Android™!
  • Control volume up, down and mute.
  • Control Trillium™ Surround mode.
  • Monitor battery life.
  • Change app background color.
  • Manage audio prompts — Voice, tones and silent modes available.
  • Power On/Off your RIVA S
  • Select app and speaker language
• RIVA is constantly developing software with the latest technologies to improve your experience. Visit rivaaudio.com/support for the latest information.

TRILLIUM® SURROUND: Movie & Gaming Surround Sound

Trillium™ Surround enhances your audiovisual experience while playing movies or video games through your RIVA S.

• Tap thebutton to activate. The Surround icon will remain lit when Surround is active.
• Tap thebutton to turn off Surround.

CALL ME: Speakerphone

• Outbound Call:
  • Make sure your device is paired with the RIVA S via Bluetooth®.
  • Place the call using your device and make sure RIVA S is selected as the audio output.
• Incoming Call:
  • When connected to your RIVA S via Bluetooth®, incoming calls will ring through your RIVA S.
  • Accept the call by tapping theor directly from your device. Make sure RIVA S is selected as the audio output.
• Decline/End Call:
  • To decline or end a call, tap theor directly from your device.
  • RIVA S will return to the settings used before the call.
• For Best Clarity:
  • Speak directly toward the RIVA S speaker.
  • Do not obstruct or cover the microphone openings.

CHARGE OUT: Charge your Phone / Tablet

• Charge your phone or tablet by connecting your device’s USB cable to the Charge Out port on the RIVA S.
• Make sure to slide the BATT ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
• RIVA S can charge your device when it has over 30% battery power. The Battery icon LED will be green or orange.

DIVIDE & CONQUER: TrueWireless™

Connect two RIVA S speakers wirelessly to create left and right channel stereo.

To activate TrueWireless™: On the Master speaker, press and hold theandbuttons until it says TrueWireless™. On the secondary speaker, press and hold theandbuttons until it says TrueWireless™. Once the secondary speaker is paired, both speakers will announce that TrueWireless™ is paired. To disconnect TrueWireless™, pressandhold the buttons at the same time on the Master speaker.

GET THIS PARTY STARTED: Party/Multi-User Mode

VINYL JUNKIES WANTED: Phono Mode

Adds up to 9dB of gain to the speaker’s output to account for the inherently weaker signal coming from a turntable with a built-in phono preamp or a traditional turntable with an external phono preamp. This mode also bypasses the automatic gain control in the DSP for the auxiliary input, providing a clean, uncompressed signal to the amplifier. No other Bluetooth speaker can play vinyl like this! To use with a turntable with low audio output, plug in the aux cableandhold down for 3 seconds. The Bluetooth light will turn orange.

RIVS SHORTCUTS… Vinyl Junkies Included

MAXIMIZE YOUR PLACEMENT: For Immersive Sound

Trillium™ is our proprietary audio technology that delivers truly immersive sound with rich and powerful bass to fill your room with music. Take your RIVA S anywhere for great sound! To get the most out of your RIVA indoors, place the speaker about 3-6 inches (8-15 cm) from a wall or corner to take advantage of the natural acoustics of the room. (see diagram)

• A: Best
  In any corner
• B: Really Good
  Solid, reflective surface behind RIVA
• C: Good
  Open area/outdoors

TAKE CONTROL: Controls

• Power On/Off
  • Power On: Tap the Power button.
  • Power off: Tap the Power button.
• Trllium™ Surround
  • Surround On: Tap the surround button. The Surround icon will remain blue while in Surround mode.
  • Surround Off: Tap the Surround button again to turn off.
• Input
  Press and hold the Input button to enter Bluetooth® pairing mode. To switch to AUX, plug in a device and pause all audio on your Bluetooth device. The light will change depending on the connection:
  • Bluetooth® Input: Solid Blue
  • Auxiliary 3.5 mm Input: Flashing Green
    NOTE: Solid Green is when connected to a Bluetooth® device
• Mute
  Tap to mute. The Mute icon light will remain blue while muted. Tap again to unmute.
• Volume Down/Up
  Control the volume – or +
  NOTE: Volume level will affect your battery playing time. Please see the Minerals section of this guide for more details.
• Microphone for Teleconferencing
  Pair your phone or other Bluetooth® device to the RIVA S to enjoy crystal clear teleconferencing with a noise and echo-canceling microphone.
  NOTE: Do not cover or stick anything in the microphone opening (toothpicks, Q-tips, spaghetti sauce, etc.) Doing so will void your warranty.

HOOK UPS: Inputs

NOTE: Do not cover or stick anything into the input openings (paper clips, nails, gum, etc.) except the I/O Cover or appropriate plugs. Doing so will void your warranty.

• Auxiliary 3.5 Input
  A 3.5 mm cable is included to connect your non-Bluetooth® audio devices.
  NOTE: Allowable input voltage range is 200mV to 2Vrms.
• USB Data Input
  This input is used for software upgrades and future updates. Also supports USB audio playback from a computer.
• Battery ON/OFF
  Control battery power functions. Switch off to conserve battery, especially when you will be separated from your RIVA S for an extended period. When OFF, all functions will be disabled.
• CHARGE OUT
  Plug in your phone or tablet using a compatible cord to charge from the RIVA S’s powerful battery. The BATT ON/OFF button must be ON.
• 19V DC Power Adaptor Input
  Use the provided external power supply to charge the RIVA S. Use of any other non-approved power adapter may damage the electronics and will void the warranty.
• Battery Icon
  Green: 60 – 100% charge remaining
  Orange: 30 – 60% charge remaining
  Red: 0 – 30% charge remaining
  The battery icon will pulse while being charged.

THE MINERALS: Technical Specifications & What’s Included

Tech Specs:

• Battery Life*: 13 hours at 70dB volume
• Dimensions: 7.48 in (190 mm) L, 2.64 in (67 mm) W, 2.68 in (68mm ) H
• Weight: 1.5 lbs. (0.7 kg)
• AC Adapter: 19V DC, 2.5A
• Power Adapter: 100-240 VAC
• Input Rating: 50-60Hz
• Audio Codecs Supported: SBC, AAC, aptX®
• IPX4 Water Resistance: Protection from the splashing of water from any direction.

In The Box

• External Power Supply
• 40” 3.5 mm to RCA Connector
• 40” 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm Connector
• Splash-Resistant I/O Cover
• User Guide

Features, specifications, and appearance are subject to change without notice. *These hours are approximate based on averages as tested in our laboratory.

RIVAS TIPS: Usage & Care Tips

Usage Tips:

Picking Up RIVA While Playing

• We recommend picking up the RIVA S in the center to avoid accidentally tapping the Power button. (Visit rivaaudio.com/support for additional information.)

Capacitive Touch

• Since the RIVA S’ buttons are capacitive touch, a gentle tap will suffice.

Volume

• If you hold down theor, the volume will go multiple steps in the direction of the button you are holding.
• Some audio recordings are louder or quieter than others. Adjust the volume level accordingly.

Care:

• We recommend that you unplug and turn OFF the BATTERY ON/OFF button before cleaning your RIVA S.
• Do not clean your RIVA while it is charging because doing so could result in an electric shock.
• Clean your RIVA S with a soft, dry cloth, preferably microfiber. Do not use steel wool, grill brushes, or other abrasive cleaners.
• If your RIVA S isn’t feeling its best, contact us at support@rivaaudio.com. Remember, you have a warranty, and we know how to make them feel better.

Q&A: Troubleshooting

Q: Why is there no power to the RIVA S?

• Check to see if your AC adapter is plugged in and the BATT ON/OFF button is in the ON position.
• Make sure the Battery icon LED is not red, indicating the RIVA has less than 30% battery power left.

Q: I plugged in my phone/tablet to charge through my RIVA S, but it’s not charging.

• Check to see if the BATT ON/OFF button is in the ON position.
• Make sure the Battery icon LED is not red. RIVA S will only charge if it has more than 30% of battery remaining. A red Battery icon LED means the RIVA has less than 30% of battery power left.

Q: I wave my hand over the RIVA S and nothing happens.

• Check to see if the BATT ON/OFF button is in the ON position.
• Check to see if the battery is charged, and if not, plug it into the wall with the provided power supply.
• Proximity sensing works between 1 to 2 inches (25 – 50 mm) from the top cover of RIVA S.

Q: How do I play from a non-Bluetooth® device?

• Connect your device using the Auxiliary 3.5 mm input and select the Auxiliary 3.5 mm input, indicated by the green light on the.

Q: RIVA S is paired with my phone/tablet, but I can’t hear anything.

• Make sure theis not pulsing. If pulsing, the RIVA S is in Bluetooth® pairing mode.
• Make sure the music is playing on the device.
• Make sure RIVA S is selected as the output device.
• Check to see if this is solid blue. If solid blue, RIVA S is muted.
• Increase the volume level.
• Make sure the Bluetooth® input is selected. Thewill be solid blue. Green indicates the Auxiliary 3.5 mm input is selected.

Q: I don’t like the current voice prompts. What can I do?
RIVA S has two audio prompt settings: voice and tones. To switch, go to the Settings page in the RIVA Audio app to make your selection. If you choose to disable the voice prompts, these will be replaced with tone prompts.

PLAY SAFE: Safety Guidelines

Your RIVA S is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electrical shock or fire. To prevent your RIVA from being damaged, the following rules should be observed f or the installation, use, and maintenance. Please read the following safety instructions before operating your RIVA.

DO NOT:

• Use the RIVA S near water or pour water/other liquids on the unit.
• Submerge your RIVA S in any liquid.
• Install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Puncture, throw, kick/punt, shred, crush, step on, microwave, light on fire, or toss your RIVA S in the dishwasher.
• Insert foreign objects into your RIVA S.
• Leave or store the RIVA S or any of its accessories over or near your car’s airbag. Serious injury may result if the airbag deploys.
• Place the RIVA S on high surfaces where the speakers may shift or fall off the edge.
• Leave a battery on a prolonged charge when not in use.
• Charge the battery in damp places.
• Block ventilation openings.
• Allow the power cord to be walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Disassemble, paint, or blanket with stickers.
• Drag sharp objects across any surface.
• Leave in the sun for extended periods.
• Place in low or freezing temperatures.
• Use the included cords in the RIVA S packaging for any purpose other than the intended one.
• 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 grounded 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 the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Try to replace the RIVA S battery. Contact us at rivaaudio.com/support, and we will help you.

Caution:

• Use only the manufactured supplied power supply and accessories with your RIVA S.
• Only charge your RIVA S according to the instructions provided by the RIVA Team in this manual and online manuals.
• Do not dispose of the RIVA S or its battery in a fire. Doing so could cause the battery to explode, causing injury or death.
• Listening to music at high volume over an extended period of time may damage your hearing. The maximum volume levels achievable with RIVA speakers may exceed safe levels for extended listening. RIVA accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage as a result of use or misuse of this product.

Care:

• Do not clean your RIVA S while it is charging because doing so could result in an electric shock.
• Clean your RIVA S with a soft dry cloth, preferably microfiber. Do not use steel wool, grill brushes or other abrasive cleaners.
• If your RIVA S is under the weather, contact us at rivaaudio.com/support. Remember you have a warranty, rivaaudio.com/support/warranty, and we know how to make them feel better!

RIVA vouches that no entertainment or sports celebrities were used or exploited in laboratory testing during the development and creation of the RIVA S.

LEGAL: Disclaimer

This RIVA S User Guide contains information that is subject to change without notice. For the most updated information or questions, visit rivaaudio.com/support or e-mail support@rivaaudio.com. ©2014-2015 Audio Design Experts, Inc. All Rights Reserved. RIVA, Turbo Series by RIVA, ADX, and Trillium are trademarks of Audio Design Experts, Inc., registered in the US and other countries. Member of the CSR plc group of companies. CSR plc is registered in England and Wales, registered number 4187346, registered office Churchill House, Cambridge Business Park, Cowley Road, Cambridge, CB4 0WZ, United Kingdom. aptX™ and TrueWireless are trademarks of CSR plc or one of its group companies and may be registered in one or more jurisdictions. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Audio Design Experts, Inc. is under license. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Mention of any third-party products is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Audio Design Experts, Inc. assumes no responsibility for these products’ performance or use of.

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