Kinivo BTC460 User manual

BTC460 Bluetooth Car Kit
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................... 4
Important Safety Instructions........................................................... 4
Car Kit Overview................................................................................. 5
Package Contents............................................................................... 5
Features .............................................................................................. 5
Setting up the Car Kit......................................................................... 6
Operation............................................................................................ 7
1. Turning Unit On............................................................................................. 7
2. Adjust Volume................................................................................................ 7
3. Bluetooth Pairing .......................................................................................... 7
4. Charging USB Devices................................................................................. 8
5. Button Functions........................................................................................... 8
6. LED Indication................................................................................................ 9
Troubleshooting................................................................................. 10
1. Unable to pair to device / Device no longer connects to
BTC460.............................................................................................................. 10
2. No audio when playing music or when using phone...................... 10
Frequently Asked Questions............................................................. 11
Technical Specications..................................................................... 12
Warranty ............................................................................................. 13
Online Support / Contact Us.............................................................. 14

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Introduction
Read all safety and operation instructions before installing and using your
Bluetooth car kit.
Warning: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this car kit
to water or moisture.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Do not expose the BTC460 to liquid, moisture or areas of high humidity.
2. Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean the BTC460 as they may damage the
unit. Always unplug and power o the unit before cleaning.
3. Do not expose the BTC460 to extremely high or low temperatures.
4. Do not attempt to open or modify the BTC460 in any way.
5. Always dispose of the packaging and unit in accordance with the local
regulations and in a responsible manner.

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Car Kit Overview
Package Contents
BTC460 Bluetooth Car Kit
User Manual
Features
1. Seamlessly stream music from any Bluetooth capable device
2. Music player controls - Play, pause, previous song, next song

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3. Connect via Bluetooth with phone to receive phone calls and use voice
commands
4. Supports Bluetooth proles: HFP, HSP, A2DP and AVRCP
5. Charge your device while listening to music via USB port
Setting up the Car Kit
1. Clean the back of the receiver unit and the position in your car where you
want to install the receiver.
2. Peel one side of the adhesive
disc and place on back of the
receiver unit. Peel other side
of adhesive disc and place the
receiver in ideal position in
the car.
3. Plug the car kit’s 3.5mm cable
into the AUX input audio jack
on the car stereo. Adjust your
car stereo’s settings to AUX
input.
4. Plug the car power adapter
into the car.

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Operation
1. Turning Unit On
The BTC460 car kit will automatically power on when the car is switched on.
2. Adjust Volume
Use car stereo controls to adjust volume levels.
3. Bluetooth Pairing
a. The BTC460 Car kit will automatically enter pairing mode when powered on.
If the device is not entering pairing mode, press and hold the multifunction
button for 3 to 4 seconds. Activate the Bluetooth function on your device that
you wish to connect to and search for and pair to the BTC460.
For iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
Navigate to Settings > General > Bluetooth (On), then select the BTC460 to pair
the car kit.
For Android smartphones and tablets
Navigate to Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings while Bluetooth
is enabled, then select Scan for devices. Select the BTC460 to pair the car kit.

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For all other devices
Please follow your devices’instructions on how to perform Bluetooth pairing.
b. The BTC460 car kit will automatically connect with your device once initial
setup is complete.
4. Charging USB Devices
Simply connect charging cable of mobile device to the USB port on the car kit
power adapter.
5. Button Functions
Function Operation
Bluetooth pairing mode Press and hold multifunction button for 3 to 4
seconds
Reconnect Bluetooth (in
standby mode) Press multifunction button
Voice command
Voice dialing
(Siri for supported
iPhones)
To use this feature your mobile device must
support the voice dialing function.
1. Press and hold multifunction button for 1 to
2 seconds. You will hear a beep prompt.
2. Give voice command.

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6. LED Indication
Status LED Indicator
Powered o O
Redial last number Press and release the multifunction button
twice. (Double click)
Answer call
End call Press multifunction button
Reject incoming call
When no call is active, press and hold the
multifunction button for 2 seconds to reject an
incoming call
Answer second
incoming call
While in a phone call and when a second call
is incoming, press and hold the multifunction
button for 2 seconds
Play music
Pause music Press multifunction button
Next song Press next song button
Previous song Press previous song button

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Troubleshooting
1. Unable to pair to device / Device no longer connects
to BTC460
Ensure that the BTC460 car kit is in pairing mode by pressing and holding the
multifunction button for 3 to 4 seconds (alternating blinking red and blue LED).
Now open the Bluetooth conguration on the device you are trying to pair to
and scan for Bluetooth devices. You should see the BTC460 - proceed to pair and
connect the car kit.
Please refer to the Operation section for Bluetooth Pairing.
2. No audio when playing music or when using phone
Please make sure of all of the following
Check if the Bluetooth connection between your phone (or other Bluetooth
capable device) and the BTC460 is active.
Powered on Blinking blue
Pairing mode Alternating blinking blue and red
Standby mode Slow blinking blue

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Ensure that the car kit’s 3.5mm is plugged into the AUX port on your car
stereo.
Make sure the that the input setting on the car stereo is set to AUX input.
Adjust the car stereo volume and phone volume.
If at any point you are unable to resolve your issue, you can contact Kinivo
Support via email at suppor[email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the BTC460 car kit compatible with?
In general, the BTC460 car kit will work with devices that support the A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Prole), HSP (Headset Prole), HFP (Hands-free
Prole), and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Prole) Bluetooth proles.
A list of common devices that support these Bluetooth proles
Apple devices – iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad
Tablets – Windows, Apple, Android, Kindle Fire HD
Smartphones – Android, BlackBerry, Windows, Samsung, Droids, HTC, etc.
2. How many Bluetooth connections will the BTC460 car

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kit remember?
The BTC460 will remember up to four previous Bluetooth connections. When
the BTC460 is powered on, it will automatically connect to the last device it was
connected to.
3. Why do I get a electrical whining/humming noise in my
car while using BTC460?
Some cars have this electrical whining/ humming noise caused by the electrical
system of the cars. We recommend that you purchase a Ground Loop Isolator
to reduce this noise.
4. Help! I’m unable to use to the car kit. What should I do?
If you need assistance and are unable to nd a solution within this manual,
contact Kinivo Support via email at suppor[email protected]
Technical Specications
Bluetooth specication Bluetooth V2.1+EDR
Bluetooth proles HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP
Supported Audio Codecs SBC and apt-X

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Warranty
1 Year Limited Hardware Warranty.
Kinivo hereby warrants to the customer of record that this product is in good-
working condition and free from defects in material or workmanship under
normal use for a duration of 1 year after the date of purchase. The product has
been tested to meet the highest quality standards in each testing category. In
the unlikely event that the product proves to be defective, Kinivo will repair or
replace the product free of charge. If replacement is required and if Kinivo then
no longer carries the same product, then Kinivo reserves the right to substitute
the product with a replacement product of like quality and size, suitable for the
intended use.
Operating distance 10 meters Class II
Charging input DC 12V-24V
Charging output DC 5V-1A
Dimensions Main unit: 42 x 15 x 42 mm
Car power adapter: 24 x 54 x 24 mm
Weight 35.5 g

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This warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the mentioned product
only, is non-transferable and does not extend to any product damaged by
misuse, natural disasters or any other circumstances beyond Kinivo’s control.
The warranty does not cover or provide for the reimbursement or payment
of incidental or consequential damage resulting from breach of the limited
warranty described above. Except for the limited warranty described above we
oer no other warranties expressed or implied, and other than limited warranty
expressly contained herein, we hereby disclaim any and all warranties, including
without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability, suitability or
tness for a particular purpose.
If your product is not functioning or you have any concerns please contact
Kinivo Support before returning the product.
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