House of Marley EM-DA002-RG Home Audio Hi-Fi System Operational Manual

House of Marley EM-DA002-RG Home Audio Hi-Fi System

Specifications

• GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 3-way vented-box/standmount
• ENCLOSURE TYPE: Bass reflex
• TRANSDUCER COMPLEMENT: 3-way
• BASS DRIVER: 8″(200mm) black woven Kevlar® cone
• MIDRANGE DRIVER: 5″(135mm) black woven Kevlar® cone
• TREBLE DRIVER: 1″(25mm) soft dome

Introduction

One Foundation sets a new benchmark for audio performance by fusing eye- catching design with a massively potent audio setup and bringing high-quality resonance and detail right to your front door. The One Foundation uses AllPlay to stream music directly from the user’s phone, tablet, local server, or cloud to create a harmonized synchronization between all speakers, resulting in an easy multi-room system that can play the same song in all rooms or different tunes in various spaces. The One Foundation has enhanced Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities.

ONE FOUNDATION

HOME AUDIO SYSTEM

WELCOME TO THE HOUSE OF MARLEY

We are honored you have selected One Foundation to become part of your music experience. The One Foundation is a two-way, stereo sound system which features Qualcomm® AllPlay™ smart media platform and Bluetooth® functionalities. You can also connect hundreds of other devices via the auxiliary, digital, or analog inputs. With enhanced Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities, the One Foundation utilizes AllPlay™ to stream music directly from the users’ phone, tablet, local server, or cloud to create

a harmonized synchronization between all speakers, resulting in an effortless multi-room system to play the same song in all rooms or different tunes in various spaces. AllPlay™ also supports streaming with your favorite online music services. One Foundation fuses striking aesthetics with a powerful audio engine and brings realism and detail to your favorite music and movies.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED

One Foundation comes with the following items:

POWERING ONE FOUNDATION

Your One Foundation uses a built-in power supply and is powered by a standard wall outlet.

1. Insert the AC power cord into One Foundation.
2. Insert the wall plug into an appropriate wall outlet.
   NOTE: Please allow 2-3 minutes for your One Foundation to power up completely.

EASY TO USE

One Foundation uses one convenient control dial to operate power, volume, and input selection.

• Press the control dial once to turn One Foundation on
• Press the control dial again while One Foundation is on to cycle through active inputs
• Turn the control dial to adjust volume
• Press and hold control dial to turn One Foundation off

NOTE: The following voltage(s) is suitable for this product: 220V, 120V

REMOTE

• Input/ Pair: Cycle through connected inputs or press and hold to engage Bluetooth Pairing Mode
• Power: Press for On/Off
• Volume Up: Press or press and hold
• Volume Down: Press or press and hold
• Play/Pause: Press or hold Play/Pause track
• Next: Press for next track (for Bluetooth and Allplay source)
• Previous: Press for previous track (for Bluetooth and Allplay source)

The remote requires the following battery:

CR2025 3V (included)

Remove the plastic tab from remote battery before use.

CONNECTING YOUR DEVICE VIA QUALCOMM ALLPLAY (BLINKING GREEN LED)

To connect your One Foundation via Wi-Fi, you will first need to download the AllPlay Jukebox app. AllPlay Jukebox is designed exclusively for use with wireless audio equipment enabled with the Qualcomm AllPlay smart media platform. You can download the app for OS or Android by visiting the App Store” or Google Play”.

1. When you first turn on One Foundation, it will flash PURPLE during power up and automatically go into AllPlay mode after power up is complete. the LED ill fade in GREEN for network setup.

2. Navigate to your mobile device or PCs Wi-Fi setup menu.

3. Select the One Foundation network.
   NOTE: It can take up to or over 3 minutes for this network to show up on some devices.

4. After connecting to the setup network you should be automatically prompted with the setup page. If not (this can happen on some Android phones) open a web browser and navigate to 172.19.42.1

5. Proceed through the menus giving the speaker a name and then selecting the SSID and password for the router you wish to join.

6. The speaker should connect to the router.

7. Now connect your mobile to the same router and launch the AllPlay” application.

NOTE: To reset Wi-Fi network, hold the back panel AllPlay” setup button and the control dial simultaneously in AllPlay” mode (GREEN led) for approximately ten seconds. The LED will illuminate RED and the unit will re-boot automatically. The existing network connection will be forgotten and you can configure an access point that you will connect to for setup.

CONNECTING YOUR DEVICE VIA BLUETOOTH PAIRING MODE (BLINKING BLUE LED)

Change to the Bluetooth audio source to connect your device (BLUE led). If previous audio source is Bluetooth when turned on, One Foundation automatically goes into Bluetooth Pairing Mode for 10 seconds (fast flashing BLUE led). You can pair a new device to One Foundation when in Pairing Mode.

NOTE: Holding the on the One Foundation remote for 3 seconds will disconnect the device currently connected and put One Foundation into Pairing Mode Pairing mode can also be engaged by pressing the Pair on the back of One Foundation.

CONNECTED MODE (SOLID BLUE LED)

Use your Bluetooth-enabled device to pair to One Foundation. One Foundation does not require a pairing password. Once paired, the LED will glow solid blue.

CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES

The various inputs on the back and right side of One Foundation allow you to connect other devices to the system.

• For connecting analog devices, use the RCA input on the back or the auxiliary input on the side.
• For connecting digital devices we recommend using the digital audio (optical) input for the highest sound quality.

USB CHARGING PORT

Use this port for charging up your iPod, smartphone, or tablet. The port is always active when One Foundation is plugged into a wall outlet.

FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCO 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 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 complies with Part 15 of the FOC 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.

CAUTION

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CANADA STATEMENT

This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS 102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does it work with 220V-240V?****

No, it doesn’t work with 220-240 V.

Does Hi-Fi still exist?****

Although you can now listen to higher resolution audio files (such 24-bit/192kHz or even 32-bit/384 kHz), hi-fi was traditionally described as audio that was of the CD or vinyl quality (16-bit/44.1 kHz).

What’s the difference between stereo and Hi-Fi?****

A stereo system with two identical loudspeakers and a playback device is typically referred to as a hi-fi system. Home theatre systems reproduce surround sound using at least six speakers (5.1).

Does Hi-Fi sound better?****

In comparison to audio with low to medium resolution, hi-fi audio files typically sound crisper, clearer, and you may be able to hear details much better.

Are new Hi-Fi speakers better than old?****

High fidelity audio (hi-fi) is a feature of more recent speaker systems that outperforms the playing capacity of any older set. Compared to older systems, hi-fi speaker systems offer substantially cleaner sound.

Are Hi-Fi speakers worth it?****

Generally speaking, investing in the priciest speakers is only worthwhile if you work in audio production and consume incredibly high-quality media. Even then, the environment will have a significant impact on the audio quality.

How home audio systems work?****

The receiver transmits the audio to the decoder and transmits the video to your television. The information is sent to amplifiers for each sound channel output after the decoder separates the various sound channels from the video stream.

How do you know if a sound system is good?****

One of the most crucial elements in determining overall quality is this. The audio specifications of a stereo are typically listed on the packaging or somewhere on the device itself. Steer clear of stereo systems that emphasize a single range too much.

How many speakers do you need for good sound?****

You don’t need five or more speakers if you listen to music more frequently than any other audio. Actually, you only require two. The majority of music is still mixed in stereo because it was designed for stereo sound. Choose two excellent speakers instead of spreading your money among five passable ones.

Why does Hi-Fi sound better at night?****

These sounds aren’t there at night to prevent you from hearing your music clearly. In this situation, the music can still be played at the same volume, but it will sound better and be less disruptive.

How long do Hi Fi speakers last?****

High-quality speakers typically survive up to 40–50 years before displaying any indications of degradation, depending on the materials they are composed of and the climatic conditions where the equipment is utilized.

Why do vintage speakers sound better?****

Due to the recording industry’s less extensive usage of bass-enhancing techniques in the past, older speakers also had greater bass responses than current models.

Is Bluetooth good enough for HI-FI?****

The sound quality of an audio device won’t often be significantly impacted by Bluetooth in most circumstances. But if you ever have any doubts and would like to dispel them, you may always listen to music by syncing sources with an audio wire.

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