KALI MVBT Project Mountain View Bluetooth Input Module User Guide

KALI MVBT Project Mountain View Bluetooth Input Module

Important Safety Information

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Power the product down, and unplug it from power before cleaning.
7. Clean only with a dry cloth.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. No naked flame sources (such as lighted candles,) should be placed on the product.
10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades, with one blade wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
11. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, recepta-cles, and at the point where they exit the apparatus.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when:
13. The apparatus is damaged in any way
14. The power supply cord or plug is damaged
15. Liquid or other objects have fallen into the product
16. The product has been exposed to rain or moisture
17. The product does not operate normally
18. The product has been dropped
19. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
20. This apparatus is to be used in a moderate climate. Do not expose to extremely high or low temperatures.

About this Product

Congratulations on your Kali Audio MVBT Bluetooth Input Module. This device is made to let you use Bluetooth-capable devices, such as smartphones and laptop computers, with professional audio equipment.
Where does “MV” come from?
The official name of this product line is “Project Mountain View.” Kali names all of our product lines after towns in California. Mountain View is the town where several major tech companies, including Google, are headquartered. As Silicon Valley continues to de-velop phones and other devices without analog audio outputs, we thought it was a fitting name for a wireless audio device.

Bluetooth Audio
The MVBT receives audio over Bluetooth using the aptX codec. This codec allows compat-ible devices to stream CD-quality audio over bluetooth with minimal latency.

Balanced Outputs
The MVBT provides stereo TRS and XLR for easy connection with any professional system. Because these are balanced connectors, users can use long runs of cable without risking more noise entering the signal. You can connect the MV- BT directly to speakers, or run it through a mixer or interface for even more control.

Independent Volume Control
The MVBT uses independent volume control, so you don’t need to control volume from your playback device. This frees your hands for other tasks, and means that the device can play at full resolution, while still giving you the opportunity to fine-tune the output volume according to your needs.

Full Specifcations

Inputs, Outputs, and Controls

1. 5V DC Power input
   Connect the included wall wart to this input. This is the only way of turning the MVBT on or off.

2. XLR Outputs
   Use the XLR Outputs to send signal to a pair of speakers, a mixer, or an interface. Because XLR is a balanced connection, you needn’t worry about adding more noise to the signal. Either the XLR or TRS outputs may be used according to your preference

3. TRS Outputs
   Use the TRS Outputs to send signal to a pair of speakers, a mixer, or an interface. Because TRS is a balanced connection, you needn’t worry about adding more noise to the signal. Either the XLR or TRS outputs may be used according to your

4. 3.5mm (AUX) Input
   Use the 3.5mm input for older devices that do not have Bluetooth, in situations where wireless interference makes Bluetooth unusable, or if you prefer using a physical connection.

5. Pairing Button
   Press and hold the Kali logo for 2 seconds to enable pairing mode. The LED around the logo will flash quickly to indicate that you are in pairing mode. With pairing mode enabled, you should be able to find the MVBT on your device (la-beled “Kali MVBT”) and pair to it. If the MVBT is not paired, but not in pairing mode, the LED around the logo will flash slowly. To enter pairing mode, either press and hold the Kali logo for 2 sec-onds, or restart the MVBT by unplugging the unit and plugging it back in.

6. LED Array
   The LED Array indicates the current volume. More LEDs will illuminate from left to right as volume is turned up.

7. Volume Control
   Control output volume with the large, weighted knob. This volume controller does not control the volume from your device, so you can pass the highest possible quality audio at all times.

First Time Setup

Before connecting to the MV-BT:

• Plug the MVBT into power.
• Connect audio cables from the MVBT to your speakers, mixer, or interface.
• Turn on all devices in your signal path.
• Set the volume of your speakers to a reasonable level.

1. Turn the volume of the MVBT all the way down, until none of the lights on the LED array are illuminated.
2. Press and hold the Kali logo for 2 seconds.
3. The Kali logo will begin to flash, indicating that the MVBT is in pairing mode.
4. Navigate to the Bluetooth settings menu on your device
5. Select “Kali MVBT” from the list of available devices.
6. The Kali logo should now be illuminated with a solid blue light. Your device is paired!
7. Turn the volume on your device to maximum for optimum resolution.
8. Turn the volume up at the MVBT

Tips and Tricks

Take these steps to keep audio fidelity as high as possible when using Bluetooth:

• Always make sure that device that is paired with the MVBT is turned up to maximum volume, and that whatever app or program you’re playing audio from also has its output volume set to maximum. This will ensure that you are streaming audio at the highest resolution possible from your device.
• In general, ~80% is a good nominal level for the MVBT. You should adjust the level on the next device in your signal chain so that the MVBT can play at or near full output without overloading your system.
• If you’re plugging your MVBT directly into speakers:
• If possible, set the speaker’s input sensitivity to +4 dB. This is a common level for professional balanced connections.
• The speakers’ level should be set so that the MVBT can be at about 80% volume and it is comfortable to listen. Many speakers have a position with a detente, or a position marked “0 dB” on their volume pot. This is a useful place to start when setting up your system.
• If you’re plugging your MVBT into an interface or mixer:
• If possible, set the input sensitivity of the input channel to +4 dB.
• If the input channel has a preamp, keep it turned all the way down. Do not use Phantom Power.
• If you can adjust the level of the input channel, set it so that the MVBT can be at about 80% volume and it is comfortable to listen to with the rest of your usual settings. This may be well lower than the 0.0 dB level.

If you are having difficulty pairing your device to the MV-BT:

• Ensure that the MVBT is in pairing mode. When in pairing mode, the LED around the Kali logo on the top of the MVBT will flash rapidly. To initiate pairing mode, press and hold the Kali logo for two seconds.
• If the MVBT is still not available from your device’s Bluetooth menu, simply restart it by removing the 5V power cable and plugging it back in. This should initiate pairing mode right away.
• You may encounter interference from devices that were previously paired that are still in the room with the MVBT. Make sure to unpair from those devices, or turn Bluetooth off on those devices before attempting to pair new devices.
• If you use your device with multiple MVBTs, you might have some trouble connecting to the right one immediately. To mitigate this problem:
• Make sure you’re looking for the current MVBT you wish to connect to under your device’s “Available Devices” menu, rather than the “Paired Devices” menu.
• You may wish to tell your device to forget its connection to an MVBT once you are done. This will streamline the process of connecting to subsequent MVBTs.

Warranty

What does this warranty cover?
This warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year (365 days) after the purchase date of the product.

What will Kali do?
If your product is defective (materials or workmanship,) Kali will replace or repair the product at our discretion – free of charge.

How do you initiate a warranty claim?
contact the retailer from whom you bought the product to initiate a warranty process. You will need the original receipt showing the date of purchase. The retailer may ask you to provide specific details about the nature of the defect.

What is not covered?
The following cases are NOT covered by this warranty:

• Damage from shipping
• Damage from dropping or otherwise mishandling the MVBT
• Damage resulting from failure to heed any of the warnings outlined on pages 3 and 4 of the user’s manual, including:

1. Water damage.
2. Damage from foreign substances or substances entering the MVBT
3. Damage resulting from an unauthorized person servicing the product.

The warranty applies only in the United States. International Customers should contact their dealer about their warranty policy.

Manufacturer
Kali Audio Inc. Address: 201 North Hollywood Way Burbank CA, 91505

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