Oontz XL User manual

The OontZ XL Guide
The Powerful Portable Wireless
Bluetooth Speaker
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OontZ XL
Thank you very much for selecting the
OontZ XL! We hope that you will love it!
The OontZ XL is designed to play your
music wirelessly with high quality, and
be simple and fun to use. This guide was
written to help you get started quickly.
Please take a few minutes to read through
the guide, and try out the features on your
OontZ XL.
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1) Overview
2) In the Box
3) The Buttons and Connectors
4) Charging the Battery
- Turning the OontZ XL ON/OFF
5) Pairing and Connecting to Your
Bluetooth Device
6) Pairing and Connecting to Your
Bluetooth Laptop
7) Wireless Hands-Free Personal
Speakerphone
8) Connecting to Non-Bluetooth Devices
9) USB Charging Connector
10) Troubleshooting
11) Safety and Precautions
Table of Contents

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OontZ XL
The OontZ XL allows you to listen to music, videos and
games wirelessly from your Bluetooth device. The OontZ
XL works wirelessly with most iPhones®, Smartphones,
iPads®and tablets with Bluetooth*, and the latest laptops
with Bluetooth. With the built-in microphone you can
use your OontZ XL as a wireless hands-free personal
speakerphone when connected by Bluetooth* to most
iPhones®, Smartphones, iPads®and tablets.
You can also listen to non-Bluetooth devices including
PCs and laptops, by simply connecting them to the OontZ
XL via AUX IN with the included 3.5mm audio cable.
The OontZ XL allows you to charge your device from its
5V USB charging connector.
The OontZ XL can support a wireless Bluetooth connection
up to 30 unobstructed feet away from your device.
*Bluetooth Device Support
The OontZ XL is compatible with most Bluetooth
devices which have the following Bluetooth Proles:
A2DP - Advanced Audio Distribution Prole
AVRCP - Audio/Video Remote Control Prole
HSP – Headset Prole HFP - Hands Free Prole
1) Overview
iPhone® and iPad® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

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The following items are included in your
OontZ XL box:
1 – OontZ XL Bluetooth wireless speaker
1 – Dual Voltage Power adapter
1 – 3.5mm audio cable
1 – Guide
3) The Buttons and Connectors
Please open the small rubber input cover at the rear
of the OontZ XL, located at the center near the bottom.
The rst time you open the rubber cover it will be a
little snug, so pull gently to open it. The right side of
the cover detaches and the left side stays connected
to the OontZ XL. You can close the rubber cover when
you are not charging the OontZ XL, or using the USB
charging or AUX-IN.
2) In the Box

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Above: (Left gure) The back of the OontZ XL; (Right gure) The top of the OontZ XL
1. DC power socket
To charge the OontZ XL battery, plug the included power
adapter into the wall and then plug the connector into the
DC IN on the rear of the OontZ XL.
2. 5V USB OUT (USB Charging Connector):
Use for charging your iPhone®or Smartphone device, with
your USB charging cable (USB cable is not included).
3. AUX IN
Connect your OontZ XL to your device, laptop or PC that
does not have Bluetooth, with the included Audio 3.5mm
audio cable.
4. Microphone for Hands-Free Speakerphone
5. The Battery Charging Light:
When the OontZ XL is turned on and the power adapter is
connected, the light will be white when charging and turn
red when fully charged.
Note: the OontZ XL will turn off after 15 minutes if no audio is playing
from your device. The indicator light will turn off until the OontZ XL is
turned on again
6. The Bluetooth Indicator light:
Indicates the Bluetooth pairing status.
iPhone®is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

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7. Previous Track Button: Press once to move to the
beginning of the current track; press twice to move to the
previous track.
Note: This feature does not function when using AUX IN mode.
8. Next Track Button: Press once to move to the
beginning of the next track
Note: This feature does not function when using AUX IN mode.
9. Volume Down Button: Press and hold down the
button to lower the volume to the desired level.
10. Volume Up Button: Press and hold down the button
to increase the volume to the desired level.
11. Multi-Function Button for Bluetooth, Pause and
Speakerphone:
Bluetooth: When connected to a Bluetooth device and
you want to connect to a different device, press and hold
down the button for about three to ve seconds. This
will disconnect the current Bluetooth device, and put the
OontZ XL into pairing mode so it can connect to a different
device. Release the button when you hear a quiet “beep”
and the Bluetooth indicator light begins to softly ash,
indicating the OontZ XL is in pairing mode.
Pause: Press to pause the music; press to resume
the music.

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Speakerphone: Press to answer an incoming phone call
and press again to end the call.
Press and hold down the button to reject an incoming call.
Note: The Pause and Speakerphone features do not function in AUX IN
mode, using the audio cable.
12. Multi-Function Power Button for ON/OFF and Mute:
Turn ON: Press to turn the OontZ XL on.
Turn OFF: Press and hold down for three seconds to turn
the OontZ XL off. The Bluetooth indicator light will turn off.
Mute: When playing music, press to mute the music;
press to un-mute the music.
4) Charging the Battery:
To charge the OontZ XL battery, plug the included power
adapter into the wall and then plug the connector into the
DC IN on the rear of the OontZ XL.
The OontZ XL will begin charging and it will take
approximately 3 to 4 hours to be fully charged. To illuminate
the battery charging light on the top, turn the OontZ XL on.
The Battery Charging light will be white when charging and
turn red when fully charged.
Note: the OontZ XL will turn off after 15 minutes if no audio is playing and
the indicator light will turn off, until the OontZ XL is turned on again. The
battery will continue to charge, when the unit is off.
The OontZ XL when fully charged will provide up to 10 hours**
of continuous listening.
The OontZ XL will automatically turn off when there is no
audio being played for 15 minutes. It turns itself off to
conserve the battery charge.

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Note: We recommend when the OontZ XL is fully charged to remove the
charging cable. To maximize battery life we recommend that you fully discharge
and then fully recharge the battery at least once every three months.
**Battery play time varies and may be less than 10 hours for
a number of reasons including the volume (the louder the
volume, the shorter the play time), device, connection, and
music type. The 10 hours was determined with the OontZ XL
set at half volume.
- Turning the OontZ XL ON/OFF:
Turn ON: Press the power button to turn the OontZ XL on.
The Bluetooth indicator will illuminate solid white. After
about 12 – 15 seconds if the light begins to softly ash,
it indicates the OontZ XL is in pairing mode; if the light
remains solid white and there is a quiet beep, it indicates
that the OontZ XL has automatically connected to a device.
Turn OFF: Press and hold down the power button for three
seconds to turn the OontZ XL off. The Bluetooth indicator
light will turn off.

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5) Pairing and Connecting to Your Bluetooth Device:
It is quick and easy to pair and connect wirelessly to your
Bluetooth device by following these steps:
Step 1 – Make sure your OontZ XL has a sufcient charge or is
plugged into the power adapter.
Step 2 – Turn on the OontZ XL. The Bluetooth indicator will
illuminate solid white. After about 15 seconds, the Bluetooth
indicator light will either:
(a) Begin to softly ash, indicating the OontZ XL is
in pairing mode and that it is ready to be paired and
connected to your device.
- OR -
(b) Remain solid white, indicating the OontZ XL has
automatically connected with the last device it was
connected to.
In case (b), you need to rst disconnect that device before
you can pair to a different device. To disconnect from the rst
device, press and hold the Bluetooth button on the top of the
OontZ XL for about 3 seconds. The Bluetooth indicator light
will begin to softly ash, indicating the OontZ XL is now in
pairing mode and that it is ready to be paired and connected to
your device.
Step 3 – Enable the Bluetooth function on your device and
then search/scan for the OontZ XL. When the OontZ XL
appears on the list, select it and your device will pair and
connect with the OontZ XL. Very few devices will request a
password, if your device does enter “0000” (four zeros).

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Step 4 – It may take a short time to connect, and when
successfully connected the Bluetooth indicator light will stop
ashing and be a solid white.
Step 5 – You can now wirelessly play your music or the audio
from videos, games and movies. You can use your device and
the buttons on the OontZ XL to control your audio
(see section 3, items 7 – 12).
IMPORTANT NOTES:
-- The OontZ XL can only be connected to one device at a time.
You will need to disconnect the rst device from the OontZ
XL before trying to pair to another device. To disconnect
the OontZ XL from a connected device, press and hold the
Bluetooth button on the top of the OontZ XL for 3 seconds.
The Bluetooth indicator light will begin to softly ash,
indicating the OontZ XL is now in pairing mode, and that it is
ready to be paired and connected to the next device.
-- The OontZ XL will automatically try to pair to the last
Bluetooth device it was connected to each time the OontZ XL
is turned on and that device is or comes within range. It may
connect without you being aware; you can check to see if the
OontZ XL has already connected to a device, as the Bluetooth
indicator light on top will be solid white. If the light is solid
white, it indicates the OontZ XL is paired to a device and
you must rst disconnect from that device. To disconnect
the OontZ XL from a connected device, press and hold the
Bluetooth button on the top of the OontZ XL for 3 seconds.
The Bluetooth indicator light will begin to softly ash,
indicating the OontZ XL is now in pairing mode, and that it is
ready to be paired and connected to the next device.

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6) Pairing and Connecting to Your Bluetooth Laptop
To pair with a laptop please follow steps 1 and 2 in section 5.
Then follow the Bluetooth pairing instructions for your laptop
or MacBook®.
You will need to rst set up the OontZ XL as a device on your
system and then select it from your list of devices. The OontZ
XL may show up on your list of Bluetooth devices before it is
set up, but you still need to go through the set up step rst, or
the OontZ will not be able to pair.
If your MacBook®or iPad®or other laptop gives you an option
during set up to choose Mono or Stereo, always choose Stereo.
There are getting started guides to assist you in connecting
over Bluetooth to your Windows laptop or MacBook®on our
website TheOontZ.com. Select “Help Getting Started” and then
select your operating system.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are trying to connect a Windows
system over Bluetooth and you receive an error message that
the drivers cannot be found or it requests drivers, this is a
system message that indicates your system does not have the
proper Bluetooth drivers. These Bluetooth drivers should be
available at your system manufacturer’s support site for the
specic model laptop computer you have. After downloading
the system Bluetooth drivers you can go through the steps to
connect to the OontZ XL.
Note: The system Bluetooth drivers are all you need. There are no drivers
for the OontZ XL.
MacBook®and iPad®are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

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7) Wireless Hands-Free Personal Speakerphone
When the OontZ XL is connected by Bluetooth to your iPhone®
or Smartphone***, the Wireless hands-free speakerphone
feature is enabled.
Incoming calls: when you receive a call you may answer it on
your phone or by pressing the Bluetooth and speakerphone
button (See section 3, item 11) on the top of the OontZ XL.
Press the Bluetooth speakerphone button to answer the call.
Press and hold the button to reject the call.
Your caller will be heard on the OontZ XL and your voice will
be picked up by the microphone. Please keep a close proximity
to the microphone to have your voice clear to the listener.
Depending on the type of iPhone®or Smartphone you
have, the device can switch the call between the OontZ XL
speakerphone and your device.
Ending call: Press the Bluetooth and speakerphone button
NOTE: The Personal speakerphone feature is enabled in Bluetooth mode,
this feature does not function when using an AUX IN connection to your
phone.
For some iPhones®and Smartphones the call/phone audio needs to be
enabled as well as media audio to use the speakerphone feature.
***The speakerphone feature is compatible with most iPhones and
Smartphones that have HFP- Hands Free Prole and HSP - Head Set
Prole.
iPhone® is a trademark of Apple Inc.

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8) Connecting to Non-Bluetooth Devices
For your device, laptop, tablet or PC that does not have
Bluetooth or support for Bluetooth audio, you can connect and
play music and audio by connecting your device to the AUX IN
jack on the OontZ XL with the included 3.5mm audio cable.
Step 1 – Plug one end of the 3.5mm audio cable into the AUX
IN jack (see Section 3: item 3) on the OontZ XL and plug the
other end into the headphone jack on your device or laptop.
Step 2 – You can now play your music or the audio from videos,
games and movies.
Note: When in AUX IN mode the next track and previous track controls are
controlled from the device only. In AUX IN mode the next track and previous
track buttons will not function on the OontZ XL. There is no speakerphone
support in AUX IN mode.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Before you plug the 3.5mm audio cable into the
AUX IN jack of the OontZ XL you need to rst disconnect any Bluetooth
connected device. If the Bluetooth indicator light is solid white, you
need to disconnect the Bluetooth device. To disconnect the OontZ XL
from a connected device press and hold the Bluetooth button on the top
of the OontZ XL for 3 seconds, until the Bluetooth indicator light begins
to softly ash, indicating the OontZ XL is now in pairing mode, and that
you can plug in the Audio cable.

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9) USB Charging Connector
The OontZ XL has a USB charging connector (5V OUT) for
charging your device while you play music. Connect your
device’s USB charging cable (not included) to the
OontZ XL and the other end to your device:
• Turn the OontZ XL on and it will begin charging your device
• You can charge while playing music from your device in
Bluetooth or AUX-IN mode, and you can charge when not
playing music.
NOTE: Using the OontZ XL to charge your device will reduce the battery
playtime, approximately three hours or more, depending on the type of
device being charged and the amount of charging required.

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10) Troubleshooting
Problem What Should I do?
No power Press Power button to turn on the speaker
Ensure the Speaker has sufcient charge. Plug the power
adapter into a wall socket, then plug the adaptor into the
OontZ XL. Note: if the battery is fully drained, you may need
to charge for a few moments before it will power on
No sound Check the Bluetooth connected device supports A2DP
Press Vol+ button to increase volume
Check if Bluetooth wireless connection has been set up
between the paired device and the OontZ XL.
Check whether the sound on the device is paused or muted.
Press the Power button to un-mute The OontZ XL
Unable to
successfully
make a
Bluetooth
connection
Make sure your device is within range of the OontZ XL
(up to a maximum of 30 feet away)
Make sure OontZ XL is not paired with any other device.
Press and hold the Bluetooth button to end any other
Bluetooth connection
Cannot
answer calls
Check whether the paired mobile phone supports
Bluetooth Hands-Free Prole (HFP)
Check whether the Bluetooth wireless connection has
been set up between the paired device and the OontZ XL
Depending on the type of phone you’re using, make sure
phone audio is enabled in your phone’s Bluetooth settings

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Problem What Should I do?
Cannot
control the
music from
speaker
Ensure your Bluetooth device supports Audio/ Video
Remote Control Prole (AVRCP)
Press Bluetooth button to resume music
Music does
not resume
after hanging
up a call
Check to see if the music is paused on the device.
You may need to reconnect the device to the OontZ XL
Cannot nd
OontZ XL on
the Bluetooth
device
Make sure you have enabled the Bluetooth function on
the device
Check whether OontZ XL is connected wirelessly with
another paired device. OontZ XL only supports one
Bluetooth connection at a time
Make sure the device is within 30 unobstructed feet of
the OontZ XL
Cannot
charge mobile
devices
through the
USB socket
Check whether you have connected your USB cable to
both OontZ XL and your mobile device securely
Built-in battery of OontZ XL may be drained. Connect the
speaker to the power adapter

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FCC Warning:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Safety
a. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type.
b. A warning that batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed
to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
c. Correct Disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this product
should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems
or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product
for environmental safe recycling.
11) Safety and Precautions

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1. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before this product is operated.
2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be used near water
or moisture – for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
- This lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
- The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature

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