AQUATIC AV AQ-DM-5BT Digital Media Locker Owner’s Manual
- June 10, 2024
- AQUATIC AV
Table of Contents
AQUATIC AV AQ-DM-5BT Digital Media Locker
Product Information
Digital Media Locker AQ-DM-5BT
The Digital Media Locker AQ-DM-5BT is a watertight media device that allows
Bluetooth and MP3 device connectivity. It comes with a 12-pin watertight
harness that supplies power and ground connections to the Digital Media Locker
and four speaker channel output connections from the Digital Media Locker. It
also features auxiliary outputs that allow for external amplifiers to be
connected, an 8-pin DIN remote receiver cable that connects to the RF remote
control receiver (optional), and an RF remote control receiver that allows RF
remote control signal to be received. The AQ-DM-5BT includes a universal
harness AQ-UNH-2 to connect the dock to power and speakers.
product Specifications
- Watertight media device
- Bluetooth and MP3 device connectivity
- 12-pin watertight harness
- Four speaker channel output connections
- Auxiliary outputs for external amplifiers
- 8-pin DIN remote receiver cable
- RF remote control receiver (optional)
product Dimensions
- Width: 194mm
- Height: 66.8mm
- Depth: 95mm
- Cutout Diameter: 118mm
product Warranty Information
The Digital Media Locker AQ-DM-5BT comes with a warranty. Please refer to the user manual for more information.
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Contents
Make sure all contents of the Digital Media Locker AQ-DM-5BT are included in the package.
Step 2: Connections
Connect the 12-pin harness to the Digital Media Locker for power and speaker channel output connections. Do not cut or modify the 12-pin harness on the Locker side or the warranty will be void. Use the auxiliary outputs to connect external amplifiers, if necessary. Connect the 8-pin DIN remote receiver cable to the RF Remote Control Receiver, if needed.
Step 3: Mounting
Use the included mounting template to cut a hole for the Digital Media Locker. Once the mounting hole is complete, make sure the outside surface is clean and clear of debris. The Digital Media Locker has an external water/dust proof gasket, but this requires a clean and flat surface for the best performance. Use the six front screws to mount the Digital Media Locker. During final mounting, apply equal pressure to all points for the best water/dust outer seal performance. Make sure screws are snug and do not over tighten. Review all outside surfaces of the Digital Media Locker to ensure proper water/dust seal. This is important for long-term environmental protection performance for your digital media device.
Step 4: Power On
Press the on/off button inside the dock to turn on the Digital Media Locker. The red light indicates that power to the docking station is ON, but the unit is in standby mode. The blue light indicates that the unit is powered ON and looking for an audio source. For more information and detailed instructions, please refer to the user manual provided with the AQ-DM-5BT.
Getting Started
Contents
- AQ-DM-5BT Digital Media Locker™
- 2-Way RF Waterproof Remote Control, AQ-RFDM-5BT (optional)
- RF Remote Control Receiver (optional)
- Jack Cable (3.5mm Male to 3.5mm Male)
- Wiring Harness (AQ-UNH-2)
- Six (6) Stainless Steel Mounting Screws
- One (1) CR-2430 Remote Control Battery (optional)
- Mounting Template
- Owner’s Manual
Connections
12-pin Watertight Harness
The 12-pin harness supplies power and ground connections to the Digital Media
Locker and four (4) speaker channel output connections from the Digital Media
Locker. Do not cut or modify the 12-pin harness on the Locker side or warranty
will be void.
Auxiliary Outputs
Allows external amplifiers to be connected to power additional speakers.
8-pin DIN Remote Receiver Cable
Connects to the RF Remote Control Receiver (optional).
RF Remote Control Receiver (optional)
Allows RF Remote Control signal to be received.
12-pin Harness Connection
The AQ-DM-5BT includes the universal harness AQ-UNH-2 in order to connect the
dock to power and speakers. All open wire connections should be soldered and
protected against water and dust for the best long-term performance.
Mounting the Digital Media Locker
- A mounting template is included. Aquatic AV recommends using the ‘measure twice, cut once’ method!
- Once the mounting hole is complete, make sure the outside surface is clean and clear of debris. The Digital Media Locker has an external water/dustproof gasket, but this requires a clean and flat surface for best performance.
- The Digital Media Locker has six (6) front screws. Drive the screws using a screwdriver. During final mounting apply equal pressure to all points for the best water/dust outer seal performance. Make sure screws are snug and do not over-tighten.
- Review all outside surfaces of the Digital Media Locker to ensure proper water/dust seal. This is important for long-term environmental protection performance for your digital media device.
Power On
Press the on/off button inside the dock. Red Light: Power to the docking station is ON, but the unit is in standby mode. Blue Light: The unit is powered ON and looking for an audio source. For applications that require low current draw and where battery drain may occur, the power buttonmust be turned OFF inside the unit. When the power button is in the OFF position the red LED will not be lit. For applications where a 12V battery is not used, such as in a Spa, the power button can be left ON and the remote control or door controls can then be used to power on/off accordingly.
Remote Control Battery Install for AQ-RFDM-5BT (optional)
Remove the RF wireless remote control from the Digital Media Locker box. Unscrew the waterproof cap on the back of the remote control. Place the CR-2430 battery in the RF remote control and replace the water/dustproof cap.
Remote Control Synchronizing for AQ-RFDM-5BT (optional)
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Connect the RF Remote Receiever and 8-pin DIN Remote Receiver Cable together.
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Turn the Digital Media Locker to OFF mode with the power button inside the door. The
LED should not be illuminated. -
Press the red (POWER) button on the remote.
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Press and hold the (MODE) button until the LCD reads PAIR.
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Continue to press and hold the (MODE) button during step 5 below.
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Turn the docking station to standby mode (within 10 seconds) with the on/off button inside the door (the red LED will illuminate and then turn blue).
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The remote’s LCD should read WELCOME and then display mode position BT AUDIO or AUX IN.
For any additional remote controls, you will also need to activate/synchronize those remote controls by following the steps above.
- If the pairing process is not effective, switch the locker off using the on/off button located inside the door of the dock.
- Unplug the 12-pin Harness on the back of the Locker for 3 minutes. Reattach the Harness and repeat steps 1-6 above.
- If the pairing process is not effective, check the battery voltage. If above 3V DC refer to section 1.5 above to to make sure the battery is installed correctly. If the battery voltage is below 3V DC replace the battery.
- If you lose your remote control and purchase another new remote control, please follow the above to start pairing before normal usage.
Location of Controls
Digital Media Locker Controls
- Open/Close Latch & Protective Door
- Power ON/OFF Button
- Water/Dust Protection Inner Gasket
- 3.5mm Aux Input for MP3 Devices
- Power ON/OFF LED
- Security Strap for digital media devices
- Door Control Keypad
- Cable Storage Tray
Door Keypad Controls
Remote Control
- If your music player is connected via the Auxiliary input you will not be able to control the track or receive track information.
- In order to prolong remote battery life the LCD will shut off in 20 seconds if no other button is pressed. To turn the remote back on press any key once and then press the command desired.
Listening via Bluetooth
Pair with Bluetooth Device
- Switch on your Bluetooth device.
- Select ‘AQUATIC AV’ from the list of available devices to pair (no password is needed).
Only one Bluetooth device can be paired with the Digital Media Locker at any time.
Listening via Bluetooth Device
- Bluetooth mode will be activated once a Bluetooth device is linked.
- Play the song from the device and the sound will play through the Digital Media Locker.
- Press (PLAY/PAUSE) to play/pause the song.
- Press (the FAST REWIND/FORWARD) buttons to play the previous/next song file.
- Track and volume can be controlled directly from your Bluetooth device, remote control or door controls.
Listening via Auxiliary Input
- Power up the Digital Media Locker.
- Connect your MP3 device to the 3.5mm Jack input.
- Secure the device with the anchor straps provided.
- Secure the Digital Media Locker’s protective door.
- Press (MODE) on the remote control to select ‘AUX IN’ mode.
- Always ensure to connect and disconnect your media player with dry hands!
Specifications & Dimensions
Specifications
Media
- Supported media …………………………… Bluetooth/MP3
- Supported media max. dimensions ……….. 107 x 184mm (WxH)
- Device control……………………………….. via Door Controls & optional RF Remote Control
Inputs
- Auxiliary…………………………………….. 1x 3.5mm Stereo Jack Socket
Outputs
- Pre-Out………………………………………… 1x Stereo pair RCA (4V)
Power
- Output voltage @ 2 Ohm……………………. 4x 72W
- Output voltage @ 4 Ohm……………………. 4x 45W
- Operation voltage……………………………… 9.6V – 14.4V DC
- Max current draw……………………………… 7A
- Standby current draw………………………… 6mA
Multi-Environment Certifications
- Waterproof / Dustproof………………………. Yes IP65 (Remote Control rated IP66)
- Conformal PCB coating……………………… Yes
- UV protection………………………………….. 5 00 hours stable, ASTM D4329 compliant
- Salt/Fog protection…………………………… 500 hours stable, ASTM B117 compliant
- Stainless Steel mountings………………….. Yes
Dimensions
Warranty Information
Aquatic AV offers a limited warranty of our products on the following terms:
Length of warranty
2 years on audio systems, electronics, speakers, and accessories (receipt
required).
Coverage
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of an Aquatic AV product
purchased from an authorized Aquatic AV dealer in the United States. In order
to receive service, the purchaser must provide Aquatic AV with a copy of the
receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased, and date of
purchase.
Defective products
Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or
replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Aquatic AV’s discretion.
What is not covered
Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, or theft. Any cost or
expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the product. Service
performed by anyone other than an authorized Aquatic AV service center. Any
product with the serial number or tamper labels defaced, altered, or removed.
Subsequent damage to other components. Any product not purchased from an
authorized Aquatic AV dealer.
Limit on implied warranties
Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and
merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty
set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an
implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is author-ized
to assume for Aquatic AV any other liability in connection with the sale of
the product.
How to obtain service
You must obtain a return material authorization number (RMA) to return any
product to Aquatic AV. You are responsible for shipping charges of returned
products to Aquatic AV. Please record the model and serial number[s] of your
equipment in the space provided below as your permanent record and will assist
us with your factory warranty coverage. These numbers can be found on the rear
of the Digital Media Locker.
FCC Statement
FCC ID: MADE IN CHINA
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.
NOTE:
The 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 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 separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Patent: 7,831,756 & 8,578,081 Digital Media Locker is a trademark of Aquatic AV Inc. Product design and specification are subject to change without notice. E&OE. Doc V1.3
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