NEUROTECHNOLOGY B Model Focusonics Directional Speaker User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- NEUROTECHNOLOGY
Table of Contents
B Model Focusonics™
Directional Speaker
User Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Focusonics™ speaker by Neurotechnology!
As you probably know, Focusonics™ is not any traditional speaker – it uses
ultrasonic waves to focus and constrain sound to a narrow beam for tens of
metres away from the speaker. In the beam the listener is immersed into music
or speech while steps away no sound can be heard. Neurotechnology has made
novel, patent pending developments to bring this ultrasound technology closer
to a widespread adoption. Whether your application is personal listening,
advertising, gaming or other, we wish you an unforgettable experience and look
forward for your feedback! www.focusonics.com
Neurotechnology
Safety notice
- Focusonics™ speaker as used in this safety notice refers to both constituent compo- nents: the speaker and amplifier/control unit.
- Focusonics™ speaker is designed for an indoor use only.
- Do not use the Focusonics™ speaker in rain/snow as it presents electrical shock and fire hazards and most likely will damage the speaker.
- Do not use the Focusonics™ speaker in wet/damp conditions or near the water.
- Do not use the Focusonics™ speaker in an explosive atmosphere.
- Use only dry or slightly damp cloth for cleaning Focusonics™ speaker. Make sure the speaker is disconnected from the mains outlet.
- Do not cover the Focusonics™ speaker with items that block the natural air ventilation.
- Do not install the Focusonics™ speaker near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, etc.
- Ensure that there is an earth connection at the mains outlet where the Focusonics™ speaker will be powered up.
- Follow installation instructions provided in this manual when installing the Focusonics™ speaker.
- Do not connect the amplifier unit to any other speaker, it is not designed to be used with other speakers.
- Do not put your ear close to the speaker as it emits ultrasonic waves. Listen to the speaker from recommended distance (>1m).
- Focusonics™ speaker should be serviced by authorized personnel only.
- Do not use the Focusonics™ speaker with suspected failures. In cases such as, but not limited to, the speaker does not operate as expected, the speaker was exposed to the rain, the speaker was dropped, other objects has been dropped on the speaker, liquid has been spilled on the speaker, have the speaker inspected by qualified personnel before further operation.
- Do not start using the Focusonics™ speaker if the packaging was damaged.
- Do not open the speaker or amplifier/control unit as this will remove the warranty.
- Do not connect the amplifier/control unit to any other speakers as this will likely destroy the speaker and/or amplifier/control unit.
Device
Device consists of two parts:
- speaker
- amplifier/control unit
The package should also contain:
- power cable to connect the amplifier/control unit to the mains outlet.
- 3.5mm jack cable to connect line-in source.
- 4 screws for speaker mounting.
The speaker should have a cable running out of the back of it with an audio connector on the other end, which is used to connect the speaker to amplifier/control unit.
Optional accessories
Optional accessories include:
- VESA wall mount brackets. This can be used for speaker installation on the wall/ ceiling.
- VESA mount stand. This can be used to install the speaker on a desk, table, floor and etc.
These accessories can be bought at www.focusonics.com
Installation
Focusonics™ speaker can be installed on the wall/ceiling using VESA wall mount
brack- ets (100mm x 100mm standard). The speaker can also be mounted on a VESA
stand (100mm x 100mm standard) and installed on a desk, table, floor or other.
The provided 4 x 4mm screws should be used to attach the speaker to VESA mount
brackets or VESA stand. The speaker should be mounted 1-5m from the listener
for best results.
Set-up
Connect the speaker cable to the ‘SPEAKER’ socket at the back of the
amplifier/control unit. Connect the power cable to power inlet at the back of
the amplifier/control unit. Plug in the power cable to mains power outlet
(120/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz) that has an earth connection. You are now ready to
start using the Focusonics™ speaker.
Installation tips for best sound localization results
- Do not use the speaker in very small spaces. Reflections from the walls and other objects may lead to the sound filling the whole space. The speaker works best in large, open spaces.
- Mounting the speaker on the ceiling and directing it straight to the floor will help avoiding reflections from the walls.
- Sound absorbing material such as carpets, curtains, etc. could be used in places where reflections occur to improve sound localization.
- Install the speaker high enough in order to avoid an unintended blocking of the sound beam by a passing person.
‘Virtual source’ effects
Focusonics™ speaker uses ultrasonic waves to reproduce sound and as
ultrasonic waves reflect very well from most surfaces, the speaker can be used
to create ‘virtual source’ effect. If you direct the speaker to a certain
object that reflect ultrasonic waves well, it will appear that the sound is
coming from that object rather than from the speaker itself. This object can
be, for instance, a TV screen, a sculpture, a glass wall, etc. Multiple
reflections can be used to fill the space with various sounds to achieve
unique experiences. For example, bird/animal sounds can be used to create an
illusion of their presence in a much more convincing manner than using
traditional speakers as the sounds would appear to originate from various
objects/surfaces rather than filling the whole space with sound.
Using the device
Once the speaker is installed and set-up, turn on the main power switch at the
back of the amplifier/control unit. A small dot should appear on the lower
right corner of the LCD screen indicating that power is supplied to the
speaker and you can start using it.
The device has two audio input means: line-in and Bluetooth. The line-in audio
signal should be provided via 3.5mm jack plug located at the front panel of
amplifier/control unit.
The device is turned on/off with the On/Off button.
The short-press of Bluetooth button selects either line-in or Bluetooth as
audio input source.
The long-press of Bluetooth button initiates the Bluetooth pairing mode. In
order to cancel pairing mode short-press the Bluetooth button again.
The speaker volume is adjusted with Volume-up/down buttons.
Bluetooth
In order to connect to the Focusonics™ speaker via Bluetooth, enable bluetooth
on your audio device (smartphone, laptop, etc) and connect to a device called
‘Focusonics’.
Some audio devices will require to initiate device-pairing before they can
discover the Focusonics speaker. In order to enter pairing mode, select
Bluetooth as audio source using the Bluetooth button. Then hold the Bluetooth
button for a couple of seconds until the ‘PAIRING MODE’ will appear on LCD
screen. ‘Focusonics’ speaker should now appear on the available devices’ list
on your audio device.
If you select to forget ‘Focusonics™’ speaker on your audio device, you will
need to enter pairing mode in order for the ‘Focusonics™’ speaker to become
discoverable by your audio device again.
Specifications
Below are shown beam characteristics and frequency response of the Focusonics™ speaker.
| Power supply | 230 VAC 50Hz / 120VAC 60Hz 40W |
|---|---|
| Weight | Speaker: 1.4 kg |
Amplifier/control unit: 0.7 kg
Total package: 2.9 kg
Dimensions| Speaker: 441 x 221 x 18 mm
Amplifier/control unit: 153 x 153 x 48 mm
Beam profile at different frequencies along the wider dimension of the
speaker.
Beam profile at different frequencies along a shorter dimension of the speaker.
Frequency response at 1m distance.
Warranty
Neurotechnology ltd. warrants this product against defects in materials and
workmanship for one (1) year from purchase date under normal consumer use
conditions. If the product fails during normal and proper use within the
warranty period, Neurotechnology will repair or replace the product. The
liability of Neurotechnology does not include any incidental or consequential
damages.
This warranty does not include failure caused by improper installation,
operation, maintenance, accident, damage, misuse, modifications not approved
by Neurotechnology, normal wear and tear, any event or act outside
Neurotechnology’s control.
This warranty does not apply if serial number of the product has been altered
or removed, warranty seals have been damaged or altered or the product has
been tampered or repaired by unauthorized personnel.
Support
Please contact Neurotechnology if you have any problems using the
Focusonics™ speaker.
Neurotechnology ltd.
Address: Laisves av. 125A, Vilnius, LT-06118, Lithuania
Phone: +370 5 277 3314
Email: support@focusonics.com
Website: www.focusonics.com
References
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