Lithe Audio iO1 Series User manual

INSTRUCTION
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WORKS WITH
VOICE CONTROL
WIRELESS
MULTI-ROOM AUDIO
WORKS WITH
VOICE CONTROL
POWER VIA:
PLUG
SOCKET
OUTDOOR
SOCKET
OR
CONNECT SECOND SPEAKER
VIA SPEAKER CABLE
OPTICAL
ETHERNET
WIRELESS
CONNECT SECOND SPEAKER
VIA SPEAKER CABLE

USA REGULATIONS
BEFORE USE PLEASE READ COMPLETELY AND USE THE PRODUCT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
In accordance with US National Electrical Code. It is Important to hire a qualied electrician or
contractor who fully understands the NEC codes and regulations to ensure that your electrical
installation is in compliant with all relevant safety standards, as each state or locality may have their
own additional or stricter codes to be followed.
IMPORTANT: Before commencing any electrical works , locate your electrical panel for your
home or building. Turn OFF the power to panel by ipping the main breaker.
INSTALLATION GUIDE IN ACCORDANCE WITH US NEC CODE
A typical installation guide for tting Lithe Audio iO1 Speakers into your home.
The Lithe Audio speaker is designed for outdoor use IP6X rated. Recommend the plug is ter-
minated into an outdoor outlet Example:Taymac in use cover outlet (NM410C). Ensure power
supply unit is xed above the ground 6 inches.
Connect the DC connector into the dc receptacle on the speaker push into place to ensure a
solid connection.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE IN-
STALLATION PROCESS AND KEEP THEM SAFE FOR FUTURE REFER-
ENCE.
• Failure to follow the instructions in this guide voids all warranties on your speakers.
• Warning: Do not use the product in water.
• Warning: Do not install speaker directly above any heat sources such as radiators, or other
apparatus that produces heat.
• Warning: Do not install insulation directly on top of the speaker
• Protect the power cable from being damaged, do not over stretch cable.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer Lithe Audio.
• Turn off the power to the speaker when unused for long periods of time.
• Ensure the back housing cover to the speaker is fully secured and xed in place as without this,
shall invalidate the water proong integrity to the speaker.
• Ensure speaker location is free from obstructions such as electrical conduit, HVAC ducts or
Water lines.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING
BEFORE USE PLEASE READ COMPLETELY AND USE THE PRODUCT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Before commencing any electrical work ensure the supply is switched OFF at the mains. Either
by switching off the consumer unit or by removing the appropriate fuse.This product should
be installed in accordance with the relevant sections of the building regulations code and in
accordance with the latest edition of IEE regulations (BS 7671).
If the unit is to be used as a replacement for an existing product, remove the existing unit from its
location and disconnect the wiring. Connect the wires as shown in diagram. Ensure terminals are
properly tightened and ensure no bare wires are visible. When tting the speaker into the ceiling,
ensure no wires are trapped.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE
INSTALLATION PROCESS AND KEEP THEM SAFE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
• Failure to follow the instructions in this guide voids all warranties on your speakers.
• Warning: Do not use the product in water.
• Warning: Do not install speaker directly above any heat sources such as radiators, or other
apparatus that produce heat.
• Warning: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this speaker to rain or
moisture (directly above bath or shower area) or in Bathroom Zone 0 or Zone 1.
• Protect the power cable from being damaged, do not over stretch cable.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer Lithe Audio.
• Turn off the power to the speaker when unused for long periods of time.
• A Fire and Acoustic speaker hood must be used in accordance with UK building and IEE
Regulations with a re rating of up to 60 minutes, is Parts B, L, C and E compliant.
• Do not open the back cover to the speaker as this protects the PCB as this will invalidate the
warranty and could cause electric shock.
• Ensure speaker location is free from obstructions such as electrical conduit, HVAC ducts or
Water lines.
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KNOW YOUR SPEAKER
The Lithe Audio iO1 range of speakers have various inputs and outputs as listed below:
SPEAKER OUTPUT - To connect one additional passive (Slave) speaker (Gold Plated)
OPTICAL INPUT - To connect directly from TV Output, CD Player, DVD Player etc..
POWER INPUT - To connect (as supplied) Power Driver
ETHERNET INPUT/OUTPUT - To connect ethernet RJ45 cable for hard wired data connection
Power input 24V/5A
R+ (Red) R- (Black)
POWER
SERVICE
Speaker output (Right)
Optical Input
2 x 3”Waterproof coating paper cone
0.75” Waterproof coating silk dome tweeter
Built in Amplier & Wi-Fi chipset
Ethernet in and out
Magnets for Cover
IPX6 Rated all weather casing
LED indicator
Connection Reset Button
In built over voltage, under voltage, over temperature, and short circuit protection, if there is an electrical fault,
the power supply to the amplier will cut off automatically and restart when the speaker has stabilised.
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Please ensure you read the entire instruction manual carefully before you commence any work.
Carefully unpack the speakers from the packaging. Please check to ensure all the parts shown
below are included.
If any parts of the speaker appear damaged, please contact your dealer/reseller immediately or
contact suppor[email protected] for contact details.
BOX CONTENTS
Listed below is the hardware equipment needed to install the speaker, with the addition of
a ladder to ensure the installation is done safely. A mounting template is included in the box.
PREPARATION EQUIPMENT YOU WILL NEED
i01 SURFACE MOUNT SPEAKER
WITH MOUNTING BRACKET
MOUNTING GUIDE 7M SPEAKER CABLE
SCREWDRIVER MEASURING TAPE
PENCIL PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR 5M DC EXTENSION
CABLE (OPTIONAL)
POWER DRIVER
WITH 5M CABLE
DRILL WIRE CUTTERS
SPEAKER GRILLE
MODEL i01 PAIR MODELS
ALSO INCLUDE
PASSIVE i01 SPEAKER
RESET PAIR
OPTICAL
ETHERNET ETHERNET
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HOW TO MOUNT ONE SPEAKER SIX WAYS
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2.WALL MOUNT
3. COUNTER TOP
1. Using the hole template, mark out the holes on the wall, make sure
to check for water pipes or electrical cable before drilling holes for
wall plugs (2 positions).
2. Fix the mounting bracket to the wall using m4 x 40mm
(2 Positions)
3. As per g1 attach the cables into the back of the speaker
4. Remove metal grille and the rubber bungs as shown, insert the m4
x 90mm screws through the speaker.
5. Ensure to add the spacers 2 positions between speaker and wall
bracket.
6. Index the wall mount on speaker groove. Be careful not to over
tighten the screws. Ret the 2 rubber bungs and metal grille.
1. Attach the mounting bracket to the speaker as shown using m4
x 10mm (2 Positions)
3. As per g1 attach the cables into the back of the speaker
3. Carefully rest on the desktop for horizontal counter top position.
With 3 positions options this method is ideal for any wall mount
application where you want to focus audio and direct to a indoor
or outdoor seating area.
Ideal for on a bookcase, dining room sideboard, a desk or
above a kitchen unit.
1.FLUSH MOUNT
1. Using the hole template, mark out the holes on the wall, make
sure to check for water pipes or electrical cable before drilling
holes for wall plugs (4 positions).
2. Fix the bracket to the wall with m4 x 90mm screws (4 positions).
3. As per g1 attach the cables into the back of the speaker.
4. Remove metal grille (magnetic) and the 2 x rubber bungs as
shown, insert the m4 x 90mm screws through the speaker.
5. Ensure to add the spacers 4 positions between speaker and wall
bracket. Be careful not to over tighten the screws.
6. Ret the 2 rubber bungs and metal grille.
Ideal for any corner such as eaves in the garden or corners of
rooms.You can mount horzontally or vertically.
CABLE ASSEMBLY (FIG 1)
1. Remove the rear cable enclosure as shown (4 positions)
2. Remove the 3 screws as shown which xes the metal pressure
plate into place and remove both.
3. Remove the Rubber cable clamp from the plastic rear cover.
4. Insert the speaker, power, ethernet, optical cables through the
rear cover opening and through rubber cable clamp into the
position on the back of the speaker.
CHECK the cable has been pushed and secured into place.
5. Place the rear cover back into place and fasten (4 positions)
6. Push back the rubber cable clamp and t around the cables
and push into place making a water tight seal. Be careful not to
pull on the cables during assembly
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POWER INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: BEFORE COMMENCING ANY ELECTRICAL WORK ENSURE
THE SUPPLY IS SWITCHED OFF AT THE MAINS. IF YOU ARE UNSURE HOW TO
FIT SEEK HELP FROM A PROFESSIONAL ELECTRICIAN / INSTALLER
WITH OPTIONAL ACCESSORY PACKS
1. Mark out the position of the speaker
using a tape measure and mark using a
pencil with the template supplied. Check
to make sure no obstruction is present
prior to drilling holes.
2. Use suitable screws and wall plugs to
ensure a secure t to the wall or surface
the speaker is being mounted too.
4. OUTDOOR USE:
DO NOT CUT THE PLUG OFF THE POWER
SUPPLY AS THIS IS NOT PERMITTED.
Plug into an outdoor plug socket only.
PAINTABLE GRILLES ( INDOOR USE ONLY)
Do NOT paint the speaker grilles if using in an outdoor application. Lithe Audio does NOT rec-
comend spray painting as the paint may ake off over time if used in an outdoor application. For
Indoor use you can use spray paint to colour any colour required.Apply 2xThin coats from 30cm
distance.
3. INDOOR USE:
Plug in or Cut the plug off and terminate
into fused spur (5A fuse) OR connect plug
into plug socket directly.
4. PENDANT MOUNT
5. GARDEN SPIKE
1. As per g1 attach the cables into the back of the speaker
2. Remove metal grille and the rubber bungs as shown, insert the m4
x mm screws through the speaker.
43 The screw xing shall petrude through the back of the speaker by
10mm. Fix the pendent eyelet to petruding screws (2 Positions)
5. Ensure to tighten but not overtighten. Where required you can use
3M thread lock. (not supplied)
7. With the eyelets in place you can now suspend from your ceiling
via metal wire or hangers to suit. (not supplied)
1.Attach the spike arm to the back of the wall mounting bracket using
xin. (2 Positions)
2. As per g1 attach the cables into the back of the speaker
3.Follow the steps in the wall mounting to attach wall bracket to the
speaker.
4. Attach the spike to the upright of the spike stem. using xing (4
positions)
5. If bolting the spike to a patio or at slab, use the metal base plate
and x with 1 xing. Where required bolt through to the oor for
perminant xing (4 positions)
Note:To adjust the angle of the speaker loosen the nut and and fasten
back at the set angle required
If you have purchased the additional Pendent
mounting Kit please follow the steps below
to t into the speaker.
If you have purchased the additional Garden Spike Kit please follow
MOUNTING KIT SOLD SEPERATLY
GARDEN SPIKE SOLD SEPERATLY
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YOUR HOME WI-FI NETWORK
To enable the Lithe Audio Wi-Fi ceiling speakers, your device must be on the same network.
• Ensure your network has a high speed internet connection, as the speakers are designed to
provide you with free online software/ rmware updates.
• High speed DSL / cable modem, or  ber to the home broadband is recommended for best
possible playback of music services.
• Lithe Audio communicates over a 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi home network supporting
802.11 a, b, g, n, ac wireless technology only.
• For larger homes where Wi-Fi signal is not stable, we suggest adding access points/mesh
network to strengthen the network or updating your router to a higher speci cation model to
suit the demand OR connect via hard wired ethernet connection.
• For connections to computer or NAS drive for playing personal music library, we recommend
for best performance connecting via Ethernet cable.
LITHE AUDIO APP SETUP
• To enhance your listening experience download Lithe Audio app via the app store on your
device follow the setup procedures within this instruction manual.
• The app will allow you to setup singular rooms, groups of speakers for multiroom
• You can set the speaker sound settings, equalier & speaker pro les for each mounting method.
STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT
Located on the rear of the speaker, the LED Indicates the status of your speaker:
• Red solid: Speaker booting up
• Red slow  ash (3s 1 time): Speaker under standby mode, waiting for user operation
• Green solid: Speaker is active and connected to Wi-Fi
• Green slow  ash(1s 1 time): Speaker trying to connect to the precon gured Wi-Fi
• Solid purple: Speaker under WiSA mode
• Green quick  ash(1s 4 times): Speaker in WAC/SAC mode, user to con gure Wi-Fi
• Green breath: When device is playing the Spotify connect & Cast playbacks.
• Blue Solid : When device is connected to Bluetooth.
• Blue breath: When device is playing the Bluetooth connect & playbacks.
OPTIONAL ETHERNET CONNECTION
The hardwire data connection ports allow to connect to the speaker via ethernet cable for data
using either of the RJ45 ports and a CAT5 or CAT6e cable.
This is particularly useful in outdoor applications where the WiFi signal maybe poor in certain
areas of the garden or in indoor locations where walls may be thick or commercial applications
where a lot of wi signals are present.
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RESET & PAIR BUTTON
Reset button: short press is used to reset the speaker and clear the previous wi and Bluetooth
con guration records.
Pair button is used to put the device in WiSA mode
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WORKS WITH
VOICE CONTROL
WIRELESS
MULTI-ROOM AUDIO
POWER VIA:
PLUG
SOCKET
OUTDOOR
SOCKET
OR
CONNECT SECOND SPEAKER
VIA SPEAKER CABLE
OPTICAL
ETHERNET

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1. Swipe down from the top right of
the screen to open control panel
2. Click on the right corner icon
to show available AirPlay devices
PLAY VIA IOS AIRPLAY 2
To play directly to speaker(s) using a iOS devices (iPad, iMac, iPhone, Apple TV etc) you can
connect via AirPlay 2. Please follow the steps below:
ENSURE THE SPEAKER IS CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY, AND THE WIFI
NETWORK.
Note:When using AirPlay 2 the Lithe app grouping and playback functions for mutiple speakers
becomes redundant.The ability to play any source is is now possible. As well as playing with other
brands in an multi room environment.
3. Audio display screen shall show
available devices to play music
through as per list
4. Select the speaker(s) to play music through
open any app and play your music
SETUP FOR APPLE IOS AirPlay 2
NOTE: If you are connecting via ethernet cable no
setup is necessary
1. Ensure the Wi-Fi speaker is connected to the power supply and is
turned on, the LED indicator will  ash red slowly.
2. Press and hold the ‘Connection Reset Button’ for 5 seconds &
release, the LED indicator will  ash Green and the speaker is now
ready to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
3. Open the Wi-Fi setting menu on
your phone or tablet
4. Select the new AirPlay speaker listed you
would like to add to your network
5. Select your network and change the
‘Speaker Name’ to something easily
identi able e.g. Kitchen and click Next
6. The Lithe Audio Wi-Fi speaker
setup is now complete, return to
the Lithe Audio app
3.
Open the Wi-Fi setting menu on
your phone or tablet
Image shows Apple iPhone but visuals may change from device to device.
Apple and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Select your network and change the
Select your network and change the
identi able e.g. Kitchen and click Next
6.
The Lithe Audio Wi-Fi speaker
setup is now complete, return to
the Lithe Audio app
OPEN CAMERA & SCAN TO
DOWNLOAD THE APP
Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifi cally with the technology identifi ed in the badge and
has been certifi ed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. To control this AirPlay 2–enabled speaker, iOS 11.4 or later is required.
Apple, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPhone and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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1. To group speakers, click +,
create speaker group
2. Click on the speakers you want to
group, next, name group
PLAY VIA GOOGLE
To play directly to speaker(s) using Google Cast. Please follow the steps below:
ENSURE THE SPEAKER IS CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY, AND THE WIFI
NETWORK.
Note:When using Google Cast the Lithe app grouping and playback functions for mutiple speak-
ers becomes redundant.The ability to play any source is is now possible. As well as playing with
other brands with Google Cast built in within an multi room environment.
3. Audio display screen shall show
available devices to play music
through as per list
4. Select the speaker to play music
through and press play on your source
player
5. Click set up device, New devices Setup
new device
7. Select speaker, Next, click on Lithe
Audio Speaker all set.
SETUP FOR GOOGLE HOME
1. Download the Google Home app from thhe Google Play store
2. Ensure the Wi-Fi speaker is connected to the power supply and is
turned on, the LED indicator will ash red slowly.
3 . Press the + top left hand corner, Click set up device, choose home to
start looking for devices on your network, choose Speaker, Next.
4. Open Google Home and click the +
sign top left hand corner
6. Select existing home or create new
home to start looking for devices
Google, Chromecast built-in are trademarks of Google LLC.
Chromecast Built-in
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
• Power Input Supply : 100 - 240V, 50/60Hz /
2.5A
• Transformer Output Supply : DC24V / 5.25A
• Dimensions 465 x 170 x 100mm
(18.3 x 6.7 x 3.9 in)
• Weight 2.75kg (6 lbs)
• IP rating: IPX6
• Operating Temperature 0º to 50º C
(32º to 122º F)
• Storage Temperature -20º to 70º C
(4º to 158º F)
* Specications subject to change without notice.
** Power Consumption depends on the type of music & volume
- Increased Bass & volume requires more power loading on the
amplier.
- Internet functionality may require payment of separate fee to a
service provider.
5.15~5.25GHz Band
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor
use only.The working state of the two 5G modules is controlled
by the internal hardware SWITCH module, 2:1 multiplexing, and
the default wireless module works. By operating on APP,
sending “Select” command, controlling internal hardware switch
to select corresponding working wireless module, will not work at
the same time.
SPEAKER
• RMS Power: 100W RMS (2x 50W)
• Frequency Reponse 55Hz-20kHz (+/- 3dB)
• Sound Quality THD+N<0.009%,
• Impedance: 4 Ohms nominal (8 8)
• Sensitivity (1W/1m): 82dB
• Line In Analog (Optical), auto-detecting
• Type: Class D (Digital)
• Audio Compression: 192Khz/24bits
• Bluetooth 5.0
• Woofer: 2 x 3” waterproof coated
paper cone
• Tweeter: 0.75” waterproof coated
silk dome
MUSIC ACCESS
• Audio Formats Supported: MP3,WMA,
AAC (MPEG4), AAC+, ALAC, FLAC, APE,
WAV, OGG, LPCM
• Audio Sample Rate: up to 192kHz 24bit
• Music Services Supported by Lithe Audio
include; Airable Radio, Podcast,Tidal, Deezer,
Soundmachine, Amazon Music, Napster,
Spotify, etc..
• Operating Systems (for stored les) Win-
dows XP SP3 and higher; Mac OS X 10.6.8
and higher; NAS (network-
attached storage) devices supporting CIFS
MULTI ROOM
• Expandable to any AirPlay2 or Google
Chromecast within same Wi-Fi network
WIRELESS NETWORKING
• Wi-Fi Connectivity:Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
802.11 a, b, g, n, ac WPA™ - Personal
WPA2™ -
Personal WMM®, Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™
• Wireless connectivity works on your home
Wi-Fi network with both 2.4GHz/5GHz
broadcast routers
• Internet connection required for access
to Internet radio stations, online music
services and software updates.
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SPOTIFY CONNECT
CREATE STEREO PAIR
PLEASE NOTE: iO1DOES NOT INCLUDE PASSIVE SPEAKER.
The Lithe Audio Master iO1 surface mount speaker is able to connect to and power an
addtional passive speaker and output the right speaker channel for Stereo.
Use wire cutters to strip the ends of the speaker cable (if required).
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Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote
control for Spotify.
Go to www.spotify.com/connect to learn how.
Note:The Spotify software is subject to third party
licenses found here: www.spotify.com/connect/
third-party-licenses “
HARD WIRED OPTICAL
To connect other devices such as CD player, BluRay
player etc) to play through the Wi-Fi speakers
please follow the steps below:
Optical Connection:
To play music via speaker Optical connection connect an Optical
cable to the speaker and play through your device. Within the
Lithe Audio App click on source to activate Optical to be able to
play through the speaker.
POWER
SERVICE PAIR
OPTICAL
ETHERNET ETHERNET
RESET
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