Fusion STEREOACTIVE WS-SA150W User manual

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Table of Contents
Getting Started 1
STEREOACTIVE Controls 1
STEREOACTIVE Connectors 1
Charging the Stereo 1
Connecting Devices 2
Connecting a Compatible Bluetooth Device to the Stereo 2
Connecting a Compatible USB Device to the Stereo 2
FUSION-Link Smartphone App 2
Connecting a Garmin® Watch to the Stereo 2
Attaching the FUSION Puck™ Mount 3
Attaching the Puck Mount Using Adhesive 3
Attaching the Puck Mount Using Screws 3
Attaching the Stereo to the Puck Mount 3
Puck Cover 3
More Information 3
Installing a Different Language for the Voice Prompts 3
Specifications 3
Stereo Care 4
Registering Your STEREOACTIVE 4
Troubleshooting 4
Index 5
Table of Contents i

Getting Started
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Before you use the STEREOACTIVE stereo, you must charge it.
STEREOACTIVE Controls
• Press and hold to turn on the stereo.
• Press and hold to turn off the stereo.
• AM/FM: Press to mute.
• USB/Bluetooth®: Press to pause.
• Press and hold to put the stereo in Bluetooth
discoverable mode and pair with a Bluetooth wireless
device.
• Press to move through the available sources.
• AM/FM:
◦ Press and hold to save the current station as a preset.
◦ Press to select the preset station.
• USB: Press to start and stop shuffling.
• Press to decrease the volume.
• Press and hold to quickly decrease the volume.
• Press to increase the volume.
• Press and hold to quickly increase the volume.
AM/FM:
• Press and hold to save the current station as a preset.
• Press to select the preset station.
• AM/FM/Weather band: Press to tune to the previous
station.
• USB/Bluetooth: Press to skip to the previous track.
• Press and hold to rewind the current track, when using an
applicable source.
• AM/FM/Weather band: Press to tune to the next station.
• USB/Bluetooth: Press to skip to the next track.
• Press and hold to fast forward the current track, when
using an applicable source.
and Press and hold both keys to cycle through and select the
tuner region.
NOTICE
Changing the tuner region erases all radio station presets.
NOTE: The tuner has been set to the correct tuner region for
the country where the stereo was purchased. If you move to
a different country, you might need to change the tuner
region.
and Press both keys to hear information about the battery status,
source, and station.
and • Press both keys to hear the software version installed on
the stereo.
• Press and hold both keys to update the software. Go to
www.stereoactive.com for more information.
NOTE: The weather band is available only in North America.
Icons
Along the top of the keypad, three icons indicate the alternate
uses of the keys.
Press and hold to turn on and off the stereo.
The red LED indicates whether the stereo is on or off.
Press and hold to put the stereo in Bluetooth discoverable mode
and pair with a Bluetooth wireless device.
Press and to hear information about the battery status,
source, and station.
STEREOACTIVE Connectors
ÀUSB port for your mobile device connection or a low-profile USB
flash drive. Charges your mobile device.
ÁCharging status LED
ÂPower cable port
ÃEnd cap. When properly locked, this end cap provides a water tight
cover.
NOTICE
The end cap must be properly inserted and locked to achieve the
IPX7 water rating. The stereo is water resistant without the end cap,
but to prevent damage to the USB and power connectors, insert
and lock the end cap when using the stereo on or near water,
especially saltwater. If the connectors get wet, rinse them
thoroughly with fresh water and allow to dry before using the stereo
again.
The end cap does not float and is not tethered to the stereo. Use
caution when removing it.
NOTE: The other end of the stereo provides a place for you to
connect a lanyard to tether the stereo.
Charging the Stereo
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the power port and the
surrounding area before charging.
NOTE: The battery will not charge when outside the
temperature range of 10° to 45°C (50° to 113°F).
You should fully charge the battery before you use the stereo for
the first time. Charging a fully depleted battery takes about 3
hours.
1Twist the end cap counter-clockwise and pull off the cap.
2Plug the power cable into the power port.
3Plug the AC power adaptor into a standard wall outlet.
When the battery is charging, the LED is on.
4Charge the battery completely.
It takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge the battery. The
LED turns off when the stereo is fully charged.
5Remove the power cable.
6Insert the end cap and twist it clockwise as far as it will turn,
aligning the dot on the cap with the on the stereo.
NOTICE
The end cap must be properly inserted and locked to achieve
the IPX7 water rating. The stereo is water resistant without
the end cap, but to prevent damage to the USB and power
connectors, insert and lock the end cap when using the
stereo on or near water, especially saltwater. If the
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connectors get wet, rinse them thoroughly with fresh water
and allow to dry before using the stereo again.
Battery Status
When you press and , you can hear the status of the
battery charge.
Battery Full: The battery has more than about 95% charge
remaining.
Battery OK: The battery has between about 15% and 95%
charge remaining.
Battery Low: The battery has less than about 15% charge
remaining. You should connect the charger to recharge the
battery.
Connecting Devices
Connecting a Compatible Bluetooth Device
to the Stereo
You can play media from a compatible Bluetooth device using
the Bluetooth wireless connection.
You can control the music playback with the media app on a
Bluetooth device or using the FUSION-Link™ smartphone app.
For information about the FUSION-Link app for compatible
Apple® or Android™ devices, go to the Apple App StoreSM or the
Google Play™ store.
1Enable Bluetooth on your compatible Bluetooth device.
2Bring the compatible Bluetooth device within 10 m (33 ft.) of
the stereo.
3On the stereo, press and hold until you hear
Discoverable.
The stereo remains discoverable for two minutes.
4On your compatible Bluetooth device, select StereoActive
from the list of discovered devices.
5If your compatible Bluetooth device does not connect to the
stereo, repeat the above steps.
6Play music using your Bluetooth device.
Immediately after the stereo is turned on, it connects
automatically to the last connected device when it is within
range and Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled.
You can connect a previously paired Bluetooth device by
selecting StereoActive from the Bluetooth device's list of
previously paired devices.
Connecting a Compatible USB Device to the
Stereo
NOTICE
The end cap must be properly inserted and locked to achieve
the IPX7 water rating. The stereo is water resistant without the
end cap, but to prevent damage to the USB and power
connectors, insert and lock the end cap when using the stereo
on or near water, especially saltwater. If the connectors get wet,
rinse them thoroughly with fresh water and allow to dry before
using the stereo again.
You can connect a compatible USB flash drive, compatible
Apple device, or compatible Android AOA device to the USB
port to play music and charge compatible Apple or Android
devices.
The FUSION-Link smartphone app is required to navigate
folders on the USB flash drive. When using a USB flash drive
without the FUSION-Link app, the stereo plays music files saved
in the root directory by default. If the FUSION-Link app has been
previously used to navigate to a different folder on the USB
drive, the stereo plays music files from the last folder navigated
to.
When using a USB flash drive, the file load time varies based on
size of the flash drive and the number of files on the flash drive.
1Connect the USB flash drive or the USB cable included with
your media player to the USB port on the stereo.
NOTICE
When on or near water, the end cap should be locked on the
device. To play music from a USB source on the water, you
should use a small USB flash drive so you can replace and
lock the end cap to avoid corrosion.
2Play music using the connected USB device.
When an unsupported USB device is connect, the stereo beeps
to indicate the error.
One beep Unsupported hub attached
Two beeps Unsupported USB device attached
Three beeps Device not responding
Four beeps Unsupported USB device attached
that exceeds the 1 A charging
rating of the stereo
USB Flash Drive Size
When on or near water, the end cap should be locked on the
device, to maintain the IPX7 water rating and to avoid corrosion.
To ensure the end cap can be properly inserted and locked, you
must use a low profile USB flash drive that is no longer than
22 mm (0.86 in.), measuring from end to end.
The optional FUSION® MS-USB16 accessory is a low-profile,
16 GB flash drive, and is the correct size to allow the end cap to
be inserted and locked.
À22 mm (0.86 in.) maximum
FUSION-Link Smartphone App
You can use the FUSION-Link smartphone app on your
compatible Apple or Android device to adjust the stereo volume,
change the source, control playback, and adjust some stereo
settings.
The app communicates with the stereo using the Bluetooth
connection for the mobile device. You must connect your
compatible device to the stereo using Bluetooth to use the app.
For information about the FUSION-Link smartphone app for
compatible Apple or Android devices, go to the Apple App Store
or the Google Play store.
Connecting a Garmin® Watch to the Stereo
For a list of a compatible Garmin watches, go to
www.stereoactive.com.
For more information about the watch, see the watch manual at
www.garmin.com/manuals.
1Following the instructions in the watch manual, install the
FUSION-Link app from the Connect IQ™ store onto the
watch.
2On the stereo, press and hold until you hear
Discoverable.
The stereo remains discoverable for two minutes.
3Bring the watch within 3 m (10 ft.) of the stereo.
NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT® devices
while pairing.
4Open the FUSION-Link app on the watch.
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The first time you open the app on the watch, the watch
automatically pairs with and connects to the stereo. If you
need to pair to another stereo, in the FUSION-Link app,
select Settings > Pair new.
5Control the audio playback using the FUSION-Link app on
the watch.
After the devices are paired, they connect automatically when
they are turned on, within range, and the app is open on the
watch.
Attaching the FUSION Puck™ Mount
You can attach the puck mount to a flat surface using the
included adhesive or screws. Refer to the manual for the item on
which you are mounting the puck mount for information about
the preferred mounting style.
If these mounting options are not sufficient for your mounting
surface, go to www.stereoactive.com for more mounting
accessories.
Attaching the Puck Mount Using Adhesive
NOTICE
Before placing the adhesive on the mounting surface, make sure
that the location and orientation are correct. It is extremely
difficult to remove the adhesive. The adhesive and puck mount
cannot be reused after being removed from a surface. Some
mounting surfaces might be damaged after removing the
adhesive.
1Select an appropriate location for the stereo.
Before securing the puck mount, make sure it is oriented in
the preferred direction.
2Thoroughly clean and dry the mounting surface using a
mixture of water and isopropyl alcohol.
The mounting surface must be free of dirt, debris, wax, or
coatings.
3Remove the backing from one side of the adhesive.
4Press the adhesive to the bottom of the puck mount.
5Remove the backing from the other side of the adhesive.
6Carefully orient the puck mount, and press the puck mount
firmly onto the mounting surface.
7Allow the puck mount to sit at room temperature for 72 hours.
NOTICE
Before attaching the stereo to the puck mount, allow the
adhesive to bond to the mounting surface for 72 hours. Failure
to allow adequate bonding time may cause the mount to detach
from the surface, which could result in damage to the stereo or
mount.
Attaching the Puck Mount Using Screws
NOTICE
Before screwing into the surface, check with the manufacturer of
the item on which you are mounting the puck to verify that
screws should be used. Some surfaces are too thin to support
screws, and the adhesive should be used on these surfaces.
1Select an appropriate location for the stereo.
Before securing the puck mount, make sure it is oriented in
the preferred direction.
2Using the puck mount as a template, mark the location of the
holes.
3Remove the mount.
4Using a drill bit appropriate for the mounting surface, drill the
pilot holes.
5Secure the mount to the surface with the included screws or
other screws suitable for the surface.
Attaching the Stereo to the Puck Mount
CAUTION
When playing audio with high bass content and at high volume,
the stereo may move across the surface if it has not been
mounted on the puck. When not on the puck mount, place the
stereo on a soft surface to reduce the likelihood of the stereo
moving.
1Slide the locking lever fully to the left.
2Place the stereo on the puck in the direction that provides the
best listening experience.
You can place the stereo on the puck in four different
directions to aim the speakers in the right direction.
3Slide the locking lever to the right to lock the stereo on the
puck.
Puck Cover
CAUTION
To avoid potential injury from the exposed puck mount, always
fit the included rubber puck cover over the mount when not in
use.
More Information
Installing a Different Language for the Voice
Prompts
You can change the language of the voice prompts. Choose
from English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
1Go to www.stereoactive.com.
2Follow the on-screen instructions.
Specifications
Water rating Fully gasketed, floatable, IEC 60529 IPX7*
Dimensions (W × H × D) 236 mm (9.29 in.) × 82 mm (3.23 in.) ×
139 mm (5.47 in.)
Weight 1.3 kg (2.87 lb.)
Battery type Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life Up to 20 hours
Charging requirements 100 to 240 Vac AC power adaptor (included)
or 12 Vdc 2 A car adaptor (optional
accessory); charges within 3 hours
Operating temperature
range
From 0° to 50°C (from -32° to 122°F)
Charging temperature
range
From 10° to 45°C (from 50° to 113°F)
Long-term storage
temperature range
From -20° to 70°C (from -4° to 158°F)
Compass-safe distance 1.37 m (54 in.)
Bluetooth wireless
range
Up to 10 m (33 ft.)
Bluetooth profiles A2DP, AVRCP, SPP
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Bluetooth version 4.1
ANT wireless range Up to 3 m (10 ft.)
USB Type A port for USB flash drive or media
player connection, also provides 1 A charging
USB compatibility Android Open Accessory (AOA) devices,
iAP2 Apple devices
USB format FAT32
USB audio format MP3, max. 250 files per root folder and each
other folder
NOTE: The file load time varies based on the
size of the flash drive and the number of files
on the flash drive.
Speakers 2 x 2.5 in. with 1 x passive radiator
Amplifier Class D, 2 x 20 W RMS
Tuner AM/FM (Japan, Australasia, Europe, USA),
weather band (North America only)
*The device can withstand submersion in 1 meter of water for up
to 30 minutes. Exceeding this will result in permanent damage to
the stereo and void your warranty.
Tuner Europe and
Australasia
USA Japan
FM radio
frequency
range
From 87.5 to
108 MHz
From 87.5 to
107.9 MHz
From 76 to 95 MHz
FM frequency
step
50 kHz 200 kHz 50 kHz
AM radio
frequency
range
From 522 to
1620 kHz
From 530 to
1710 kHz
From 522 to 1620 kHz
AM frequency
step
9 kHz 10 kHz 9 kHz
Stereo Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the stereo.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the stereo.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, sunscreen, and insect
repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes.
Thoroughly rinse the stereo with fresh water after exposure to
chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other
harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can
damage the case.
Do not store the stereo where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
Registering Your STEREOACTIVE
Help us better support you by completing our online registration
today.
• Go to www.stereoactive.com.
• Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe
place.
Troubleshooting
My stereo does not respond to my key presses
• Charge the stereo (Charging the Stereo, page 1).
• Press and hold for 12 seconds to reset the stereo. Press
and hold to turn the stereo back on.
There is interference on the audio when listening to
radio
• Remove the power cable from the stereo’s power cable port,
and move the stereo away from the AC power adaptor.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet.
• Move the stereo away from other AC power adaptors.
• Move or reorient the stereo for better reception.
I cannot hear the audio well or at all
• Check the volume setting on the connected device.
• Select a valid source for the stereo.
• Make sure the stereo is not muted or paused.
The USB flash drive will not play
• Make sure the flash drive is formatted as FAT32.
• Make sure the tracks are in MP3 format and are saved in the
root directory.
• Use the smartphone FUSION-Link app to navigate the USB
folders.
• Make sure the music is not paused.
I cannot easily tune the stereo to a radio station
• Using the FUSION-Link app, press to select the manual
tuning mode.
• Use the FUSION-Link app or press and to change the
tuner region if you have traveled to a different country.
4 More Information

Index
A
Android device 2
ANT devices 2
Apple device 2
B
backlight 1
battery, charging 1
Bluetooth 2
Bluetooth devices 2
C
charging 1
cleaning the device 4
connectors 1
D
device
keys 1
registration 4
K
keys 1
L
LED 1
M
menu key 1
P
ports 1
power key 1
product registration 4
R
registering the device 4
S
smartphone 2
source 1
specifications 3
T
troubleshooting 4
U
USB 1, 2
USB devices 2
W
watch 2
Index 5

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