Speakeasy v4BTSelf-contained Speaker System
The Speakeasy v4BT is a self-contained, battery-powered speaker with mic, line and instrument level inputs, and an integrated Bluetooth receiver for wireless playback of audio. It is housed in a cast aluminum enclosure with a durable black finish and features an improved audio signal path and an upgraded power amplifier for better clarity and faithful sound reproduction. The Speakeasy v4BT drivers are magnetically shielded, allowing operation near sensitive equipment.
Powering
The Speakeasy v4BT will operate on two 9V batteries, typically for a full day of intermittent use. It will also operate from an external 9 – 18VDC power source on its coaxial power connector (2.1 x 5.5mm, center pin positive). The internal battery is switched out of circuit when plugging in external power so there is no need to remove the battery when using external power.
Line Level Input
The line-level input is for balanced signals of +4dB, though unbalanced signals may be used. An XLR / 1/4″ TRS combo jack is provided for convenience, and is wired in the standard balanced configuration of Pin 1/Sleeve = Ground, Pin 2/Tip: Audio Hot (+), Pin 3/Ring: Audio Cold (-).
Microphone Level Input
The XLR mic level input will accept a balanced mic-level signal, and will directly accommodate a dynamic microphone. Powering for condenser mics is not available. The microphone input has 40dB of gain available, accessible on the rear panel with a small flat-bladed screwdriver.
Instrument Level Input
The Speakeasy v4BT will accommodate an unbalanced instrument-level signal on a 1/4″ TS connector. The impedance of this input is 1 Mohm, which is suitable for use with passive electric guitar pickups or active guitar preamp systems without “loading down” the pickups and causing high-frequency roll-off. Instruments with very hot outputs, such as electric guitars with overwound humbucker pickups, may cause distortion. In that case, the guitar’s volume control should be adjusted to minimize distortion.
All audio inputs are isolated from each other and therefore may be used at the same time. For example, a line-level input can be used for music playback while the mic input is used for cueing.
Bluetooth Operation
The Speakeasy v4BT is equipped with a built-in Bluetooth receiver module for wireless audio playback. It has a range of >30 ft. depending on environmental factors. It features a simple two-button interface with two status LEDs.
Power on the Bluetooth Module
The volume potentiometer on the SpeakEasy front grill must first be turned to the ON position. Then hold the CONNECT button for 2 seconds. The module will power up with an audible 4 note chime (ascending) and the Blue STATUS LED will flash slowly 3 times.
Note: If the SpeakEasy v4BT is within range of a previously paired device(s), it will automatically try to re-establish a connection with the last used device upon power-up.
Power off the Bluetooth Module
Hold the CONNECT button for 4 seconds. The module will power down with the audible 4 note chime (descending) and the Blue STATUS LED will flash quickly 4 times.
Enter Pairing Mode
There are two ways to enter the Bluetooth module pairing mode.
- With the Bluetooth module powered OFF: Hold the CONNECT button for 5 seconds (do not release until after the power-up chime and Blue LED flashes 3 times. The v4BT will enter into pairing mode, the Blue and Red LEDs will flash alternately.
- With the Bluetooth module powered ON: Hold the CONNECT button while pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button. The v4BT will enter into pairing mode, the Blue and Red LEDs will flash alternately.
Once a pairing link is established, the Blue STATUS LED will remain on and every 5 seconds, the Red LED will alternate 2 times.
Bluetooth Multilink
The SpeakEasy v4BT is capable of having multiple (2) simultaneously connected source devices, however, it will only actively receive audio from one device at a time. The two-button playback controls switch to control the active audio source.
Once a Multilink connection is established, the Blue STATUS LED will remain on and every 5 seconds, the Red LED will flash 3 times.
Playback Controls
| PLAY or PAUSE | Single Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
– During Playback, the Red AUDIO LED will remain on and every 5 seconds, the Blue LED will flash 1 time. |
| NEXT | Double press the PLAY/PAUSE button. |
| PREVIOUS | Double Press the CONNECT button. |
Specifications
Dimensions: 4.6 x 4.5 x 7.3 inches.Weight: 4.4 pounds.Internal power: Two 9V BatteriesExternal Power: 9-18VDCIdle power drain: —70mAAmplifier Power: 14W per channelWoover: 8 Ohm nominal speaker impedance Tweeter: 6 Ohm nominal speaker impedance Maximum SPL: 96dB (1 kHz @ 1 m)Bluetooth Version: 5.0 certifiedSupport: A2DP v1.2, AVRCP v1.5, HSP v1.1 Frequency Spectrum: 2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHzRange: approx 30 – 50ft depending on environmental factors
Limited Warranty
report this adRemote Audio warrants the Speakeasy v4BT against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Please visit our website for complete terms and conditions or contact us at [email protected].
220 Great Circle Road, Suite 114Nashville, TN 37228-1737Phone: 615.256.3513Fax: 615.259.2699www.remoteaudio.com
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