Bang and Olufsen Beosound Portable Home Speaker Instruction Manual

: June 20, 2024
: Bang and Olufsen

Table of Contents

Bang and Olufsen Beosound Portable Home Speaker
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
References
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Bang and Olufsen Beosound Portable Home Speaker

Specifications:

Model : Beosound Level
Product Name : Wireless Speaker
Brand : Bang & Olufsen A/S
Phone Number : +45 96841122
Website : www.bang-olufsen.com

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions:

Keep the main socket accessible at all times.
Do not expose the product to naked flames or other sources of ignition.
Ensure correct installation and interconnection of equipment in multimedia systems.
Avoid cable connections between the product and the router exiting the building to prevent contact with high voltage.
Do not connect to the mains power supply when the grille is removed.

Installation:

Place the product on a stable surface or stand following the provided instructions.
Use only approved Bang & Olufsen stands and wall brackets for mounting.
Ensure all cables are connected before powering on the product.

Maintenance:

Do not attempt to change the plug or mains cord yourself if damaged; contact a Bang & Olufsen retailer for a replacement.
Do not expose the product to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing
Keep objects filled with liquids away from the equipment to prevent damage.

Regulatory Compliance:
The product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU and PSTI Act 2022 requirements.

Use of the Works with Apple® AirPlay® badge means that an accessory has been designed to work speciﬁcally with the technology identiﬁed in the badge and has been certiﬁed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple, AirPlay, iPad®, iPhone®, iPad Air®, are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in U.S. and other countries and regions. The trademark “iPhone” is used in Japan with a license from Aiphone K.K.
To use Airplay with your speaker, the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or MacOS is recommended.

Important safety instructions

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades 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 the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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.
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
CAUTION : Never replace the battery. The danger of explosion exists if the battery is incorrectly replaced or a non-equivalent type is used.
WARNING : The battery (battery or battery or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. The product can only be switched off completely by disconnecting it from the main socket. The main socket must always be accessible. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles should be placed on the product. Follow instructions to ensure correct and safe installation and interconnection of equipment in multimedia systems. Make sure the cable connection between the product and the router does not exit the building to avoid contact with high voltage.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock hazards, do not connect to the mains power supply while grille is removed.

Hereby, Bang & Olufsen A/S declares that the radio equipment type Beosound Level is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full Declaration of Conformity can be found at the following website: https://www.bang- olufsen.com/support/beosound-level
Compliance with 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) In accordance with Article 10.8(a) and 10.8(b) of the RED, the following table provides information on the frequency bands used and the maximum RF transmit power of the product for sale in the EU:

The product firmware is available for download from the Bang & Olufsen App.
The product to be sold in all European Union member and EFTA countries.
The product complies with the PSTI Act 2022 requirements 5.15~5.35 GHz band is restricted to indoor operations only in the following countries: AT, BE, BG, CZ, DK, EE, FR, DE, IS, IE, IT, EL, ES, CY, LV, LI, LT, LU, HU, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SI, SK, TR, FI, SE, CH, UK, HR.
Electrical and electronic equipment, parts and batteries marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal household wastage, it must be collected and disposed of separately to protect the environment. Your Bang & Olufsen retailer will advise you of the correct way of disposal in your country.

Important!

Avoid placing the product in direct sunlight or direct artificial light, such as a spotlight.
Make sure that the product is set up, placed and connected in accordance with the instructions.
Place your product on a firm surface or stand where you want it placed permanently. Use Bang & Olufsen approved stands and wall brackets only!
Do not place any items on top of your product.
Do not subject the product to high humidity, rain or sources of heat.
The product is intended for indoor use in dry, domestic environments only. Use within a temperature range of 10 – 40°C (50-105°F).
Leave enough space around the product for adequate ventilation.
Do not connect any of the products in your system to the mains until you have connected all the cables.
Do not attempt to open the product. Leave such operations to qualified service personnel.
The product can only be switched off completely by disconnecting it from the wall socket.
The supplied plug and mains cord are specially designed for the product. Do not change the plug and if the mains cord is damaged, you must buy a new one from your Bang & Olufsen retailer.
Using a very noisy AC supply may trigger false touch operation in very rare situations.
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment. To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC Mains. disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket. The wall socket must always be easily accessible.
The supplied USB-C PD adapter is specially designed for the product. Do not change the adapter, and if the adapter is damaged, you must buy a new one from your Bang & Olufsen retailer.

Fcc statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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.

NOTE : This 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 andon, 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 receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be Installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

IC warning
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receivers) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause interference, and
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

RSS-102 statement
This equipment complies with Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

Model : Beosound Level
Product Name : Wireless Speaker
Bang & Olufsen A/S
Phone number: +45 96841122
www.bang-olufsen.com

North America
5.15~5.25 GHz band operations in the 5.15~5.25 GHz band are restricted to indoor ues only.

WARNING
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

Bang & Olufsen A/S erklarer hermed, at radioudstyret type Beosound Balance er i overensstemmelse meddirektiv 2014/53/EU. Den fuldstændige overensstemmelseserklæring fremgar af folgende side: https://www.bang- olufsen.com/support/beosound-balance

FAQ

Q: What should I do if the main cord is damaged?
A: Contact your Bang & Olufsen retailer for a replacement cord. Do not attempt to change it yourself.

Q: Can I use non-approved stands or wall brackets for mounting?
A: No, only use Bang & Olufsen-approved stands and wall brackets for safety reasons

Q: Is it safe to expose the product to rain or moisture?
A: No, do not expose the product to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing to prevent damage.