Acoustic Energy Aego BT2 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Acoustic Energy BT2 Bluetooth loudspeaker. The BT2 is
intended to combine our experience in the design and construction of exceptionally
capable compact speaker systems with the exibility and convenience of Bluetooth.
The BT2 has been developed to the same stringent criteria that we have applied to
every Acoustic Energy product and oers unrivaled sonic performance as a result.
This manual is intended to be a source of information about the speaker itself and
the materials it is supplied with, oer some advice and hints about setting it up for
the best possible performance and provide some suggestions in the unlikely event
you experience any problems with the product. Please retain this document for
future use.
CONTENTS OF PACKAGING
The BT2 carton contains the following items:
1 BT2 Bluetooth speaker
1 mains adaptor
1 mains lead
1 aux cable (1m, 3.5mm jack - 3.5mm jack)
1 instruction manual
If any of these items are not present, it would be best to immediately contact
your dealer.

WHAT IS BLUETOOTH?
Bluetooth is an open communication standard that was originally developed to
replace certain network cables. It has developed from there to become one of the
most dynamic and exible systems ever to be used by the audio industry. Bluetooth
has developed over the last few years into a very capable method of delivering
audio wirelessly and with the addition of the Apt-X encoding now has the ability to
transmit lossless audio. Please note that Apt-X requires a compatible Apt-X capable
partnering device.
As well as being a useful means of sending audio wirelessly, Bluetooth is a key
component of being able to use devices hands free. To this end, the BT2 has been
equipped with the ability to help you receive phone calls whilst your device is
connected to it. We feel that the key to the enjoyment of our products is down to
their accessibility and the BT2 has been designed with this in mind. There is no reason
why superb audio performance cannot be accompanied by real world convenience.
To help deliver this, the BT2 uses a pair of passive bass radiators at either end of the
speaker to augment the bass response instead of a more conventional bass port.
This means that the BT2 is completely self contained and unaected by proximity to
walls or the surfaces it is placed on. It also means that the BT2 is capable of producing
deep, clean impactful bass despite its small size.
The BT2 is tted with an internal battery that allows you to use it away from a source
of mains power. The life of the battery will depend largely on how you use the BT2,
with around twenty hours used at half volume via Bluetooth to over forty hours
possible when used a low levels with the aux input. The charge time from at is two
hours and thirty minutes.

TOP PANEL CONTROLS
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
AUX IN
As well as connecting to Bluetooth equipped devices, the BT2 can be used with
any device that has a line level audio output such as an older MP3 player, television
or PC. A 3.5mm - 3.5mm jack cable is supplied with the BT2 for this purpose but any
analogue stereo connection can be used to supply a signal to the BT2 provided
that you have a cable that terminates in a 3.5mm connection.
Aux is selected by the BT2 automatically when the 3.5mm connector is inserted; the
lower status light will switch from blue to green to indicate the aux input is active.
To manually switch back to Bluetooth simply press and release the Bluetooth button
or disconnect the aux lead. To switch back to aux press and release the power button.
RESET
The reset button will return your BT2 to the condition it was in when it was rst
unpacked from the box. All previous paired devices will be forgotten as will any
pairing with another BT2 speaker for stereo playback. The reset button has been
deliberately recessed to avoid accidental depression. An object like an unbent
paperclip will be able to reach the button and once pressed for a few seconds,
the BT2 will reset. Bluetooth connections can be fully reset by depressing the
Bluetooth button for four seconds until there is an audible beep.
CHARGE OUT
This is a USB-A connection that will provide a charge for a phone or tablet connected
to it. The charge out will work with the BT2 running from mains and running from
battery power if the charge level on the BT2 is over 20%. Once charge dips below this
level, the output will be disabled to keep the BT2 running for as long as possible.
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POWER INPUT
This is the connection to attach the supplied mains power adapter to. Do not
connect any mains adaptor that is not supplied with the Acoustic Energy BT2 as
this risks damage.
TOP PANEL CONTROLS
The BT2 is controlled via a four position button that incorporates two indicator lights
to show the status of the unit at a given time.
POWER
The power button controls the power state of the BT2. Press and release the button
and the BT2 will power on and play a single tone to indicate it is switched on. If the
BT2 is switched on, pressing and holding the power button for three seconds will
power the BT2 o again and another tone will play to indicate this.
VOLUME  / +
The left and right buttons control the volume level of the BT2 between minimum and
maximum levels. When you are listening to the aux input of the BT2, these controls
are the sole point of volume adjustment, if the level of the device connected is xed.
If the connected device also has a volume control, you should ensure this is set to
maximum and that the volume is controlled on the BT2.
If you are connected to a Bluetooth device, the volume control will function
dierently depending on the device you have connected. If you connect an Apple
device, the volume of the BT2 is wholly controlled by the volume of the connected
device. Adjusting the volume on the Apple device will adjust the volume of the BT2
between minimum and maximum.
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If you connect an Android, Windows Mobile or Blackberry device, the volume control
will adjust when changed on the connected device but the volume cannot be raised
past the point where it has been set by the volume buttons on the top panel. If you
are routinely using a device that uses these operating systems, it will make sense to
raise the volume on the BT2 to its maximum setting and then use the volume on the
connected device to set the listening level.
BLUETOOTH
The Bluetooth button will place the BT2 in pairing mode, ready to connect to a
Bluetooth device. If you are turning the BT2 on for the rst time, or since you have
reset the speaker, it will automatically go into pairing mode and become visible to
Bluetooth devices around it. If a device you have previously connected to is present,
the BT2 will automatically try and pair with that. If you wish to disconnect the BT2
and connect a new device, press and hold the Bluetooth button for three seconds
(the blue pairing light will ash). This will end the connection between the two
devices and allow you to connect a new device to the BT2. Holding the Bluetooth
button for longer than four seconds will reset all the Bluetooth connections.
STATUS LIGHTS
The BT2 has two lights that indicate the status of the unit and convey useful information.
The top light beneath the power button is the power status indicator. This will shine
a solid white colour when the BT2 is powered on and running on mains or with a
battery reserve of over 20%. If the battery level is below 20%, the light will turn red
(and the Charge Out socket will be disabled). If power drops below 5% the red light
will start to ash.
The lower light shows the status of the BT2. If the Bluetooth input is selected but not
connected, the light will ash blue. Once a connection has been made, the light will
go a solid blue. When the aux input is selected, the light will turn green.
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CONNECTING THE BT2 TO A BLUETOOTH DEVICE
- Power the BT2 on and ensure the blue light is ashing; this will either happen
automatically or after pressing and holding the Bluetooth button
- Go to the Bluetooth settings menu of your device. The BT2 should appear in the
list of available devices. If it does not appear, you should refresh it
- Once connected, the BT2 will show a solid blue status light and all audio played
on the device will be played on the BT2
TAKING A CALL ON THE BT2
- Ensure your mobile phone is connected to the BT2 as above
- When the phone rings, either press and release the Bluetooth button on the BT2
or accept the call on your mobile to take the call. The microphone is next to the
control pad at the top of the BT2
- To disconnect the call, either hang up on the connected device or press and
release the Bluetooth button
- To reject the incoming call, press the Bluetooth button on the BT2 for a second and
then release it, or reject the call on your mobile
CONNECTING TWO BT2S AS A STEREO PAIR
- You will need two BT2s for this process. Ensure both BT2s are turned on and no
more than three metres apart
- Connect to a BT2 via Bluetooth as normal
- On the connected unit press the up and down volume at the same time - you will
hear a beep and the lower indicator light will ash white. Do this for both units
- The BT2s will now function as a stereo pair. The unit you paired your Bluetooth
device to will function as the left channel with the second unit as the right
- Volume can still be controlled via the connected device but the response will be
slightly slower

SETUP AND PLACEMENT
We have worked hard to ensure that the BT2 is not adversely aected by being placed
in dierent locations but there are some simple things you can do for the best sound.
- Place the BT2 at a level roughly equivalent to your seated ear height for the most
eective performance
- The BT2 will sound better when placed on a solid surface
- You can alter the balance of the BT2 by placing it nearer walls or corners which will
boost the bass response and “warmth” of the sound
- The decoding of the BT2 will respond positively to the quality of the material you
send it. The better the quality, the better the sound you will enjoy
WARRANTY
Your Acoustic Energy BT2 Bluetooth speaker is guaranteed against defects in
materials, manufacture and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
Please retain all original packaging materials for possible future use. By registering
your BT2 on our website we will extend your guarantee, free of charge, to three years.
Under this warranty Acoustic Energy agrees to repair any defect or, at the company’s
discretion, replace the faulty component(s) without charge for parts and labour.
This warranty does not imply any acceptance by Acoustic Energy or its agents for
consequential loss or damage and specically excludes fair wear and tear, accident,
misuse or unauthorised modication.
This warranty is applicable in the United Kingdom only and does not in any way limit
the customer’s legal rights. Claims and enquiries under the warranty for AE products
purchased outside the UK should be addressed to the local importers or distributors.
If you have any reason to claim under the warranty please contact your dealer or
point of purchase in the rst instance.

TROUBLESHOOTING
The speaker will not power on
- Check there is power available to the speaker or the battery has charge
The speaker will not connect
- Ensure that the BT2 is in pairing mode with the blue light ashing
- Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your partnering device and that it is not
connected to something else
- Ensure you are within three to four metres of the BT2
- The system will show as “AEGO BT2”in available connections on your
Bluetooth enabled device, if it does not, exit and re-enter the Bluetooth
menu, waiting a few seconds for “AEGO BT2”to show
- Turn the BT2 o and then on again
There is no sound
- Check there is power to the BT2 and it is switched on
- Check the BT2 is paired and there is a solid blue light
- Check that the volume on the BT2 is not at zero
- Check that the volume on the connected device is not at zero
The sound is intermittent or distorted
- Check you are not too far away from the BT2
- Check that the levels from your source equipment are not too high and
causing the speaker to cut out or distort
- If you are using a streaming service, check that the stream itself is stable
Volume levels are too low
- If you are using an Android, Blackberry or Windows device, check that the
volume control on the BT2 is not set to a low level, the volume will only
be as high as this setting
- Check that the connected device is not set to a low volume level