Amazon Basics R60BTUS Bookshelf Speakers with Active Speaker
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future use. If this product is passed to a third party, then these instructions must be included. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons including the following:
WARNING
SHOCK HAZARD – DO NOT OPEN
AVERTISSEMENT
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION – NE PAS OUVRIR
WARNING
Risk of fire or electric shock! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
WARNING
Risk of fire or electric shock! The terminals are marked with,&. symbol carry dangerous voltages and the external wiring connected to these terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the use of ready-made leads or cords.
Caution
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.
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- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all instructions.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- When a cart is used, use caution when moving the \m, cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or if the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- Connect the power plug to a readily operable main socket outlet so that in case of an emergency the product can be unplugged immediately. Use the power plug as the disconnection device.
- No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the product.
- The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
- This product is only suitable for use in moderate climates. Do not use it in the tropics or in particularly humid climates.
- The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the product.
- Do not use the product in an environment where temperatures are below 32 °F (0 °C) or exceed + 104 °F (40 °C).
Polarized Plug (for US/Canada)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit the outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
Battery Warnings
- Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types or brands.
- Exhausted batteries should be immediately removed from the product and properly disposed of.
- Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
- Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
- Remove batteries from the product if it is not to be used for an extended period of time unless it is for emergency purposes.
- If the battery leaks avoid contact with skin and eyes. Rinse affected areas immediately with plenty of clean water, then consult a doctor.
Symbols Explanation
Intended Use
- his product is intended for household use only. It is not intended for commercial use.
- This product is intended to be used in dry indoor areas only.
- No liability will be accepted for damages resulting from improper use or non-compliance with these instructions
Product Description
- A) Passive speaker
- B) Port
- C) Push-type connectors (input)
- D) Control panel
- E) Active speaker
- F) STANDBY button
- G) VOLUME knob/ SOURCE button
- H) Optical socket (input)
- I) 3.5 mm audio socket (input)
- J) Push type connectors (output)
- K) Power socket
- L) Tweeter
- M) Subwoofer
- N) Remote receiving window Ci)
- O) 2 x AAA (R03) batteries
- P) Power cable with plug
- Q) Speaker wires
- R) 3.5 mm audio cable
- S) Remote control
Before First Use
- Check the product for transport damages.
- Remove all the packing materials.
DANGER Risk of suffocation
Keep any packaging materials away from children – these materials are a potential source of danger, e.g. suffocation.
Operation
Wiring
NOTICE
- Risk of product damage and injury! Lay speaker wires so that no one can trip over them. Secure with cable ties or tape whenever possible.
- Risk of product damage! Before making any connections, unplug the product.
- In stereo mode, the active speaker (E) plays the right channel and the passive speaker (A) plays the left channel.
- Wire the passive speaker (A) to the active speaker (E) using provided speaker wires (Q). To do so press on the push type connector (C, J), insert the wire, and release to lock.
- Wires must be connected correctly on both speakers (A, E). The positive connector (red) on the passive speaker (A) must be connected to the positive connector (red) on the active speaker (E). The same applies to the negative connectors (silver).
Wiring to an external audio source
Using a 3.5 mm audio socket
- Connect the 3.5 mm audio cable (R) to the 3.5 mm audio socket (I).
- Connect the other end of the 3.5 mm audio cable (R) to the audio source.
Using Optical socket
- Connect an optical cable (not provided) to the optical socket (H).
- Connect the other end of the optical cable to the audio source.
Installing/replacing the batteries (remote control)
NOTICE
I Use 2 x 1.5 V type MA (R03) batteries (0).
- Remove the battery compartment cover on the back side of the remote control.
- Insert 2 x MA (R03) batteries (0) with the correct polarities(+) and(-) as marked on the battery and inside the battery compartment.
- Slide the battery compartment cover back into place.
Connecting to a power source
- Connect one end of the power cable (P) to the power socket (K) and another end to a suitable socket outlet. The remote receiving window (N) lights up red. The product is in standby mode.
- To activate the product, press the STANDBY button (F). The remote receiving window (N) blinks blue and enters Bluetooth® pairing mode.
- To switch the product off, disconnect the power plug (P) from the socket outlet. The remote receiving window (N) goes off.
Controls
NOTICE
The product automatically goes into standby mode approximately after 15 minutes of inactivity. Pairing Bluetooth
NOTICE
Bluetooth pairing is required if the speaker is used for the first time with a new Bluetooth-enabled device.
- After switching n the product, the remote receiving window (N) blinks blue slowly.
- The product starts the pairing mode automatically if the product does not automatically start pairing mode, press the SOURCE button (G) to enter pairing mode.
- The remote receiving window blinks blue.
- Activate Bluetooth on the device you wish to pair and search for a new device.
- Select the Bluetooth device AmazonBasics R60BTUS, AmazonBasics R60BTEU, or AmazonBasics R60BTUK on your device.
Disconnecting Bluetooth
Press and hold the 
on the remote control to disconnect the connected device.
NOTICE
Alternatively, press the SOURCE button (G) to select a different audio source.
NOTICE
The product continuously attempts to reconnect a lost Bluetooth® connection. If it cannot, manually reconnect via the device’s Bluetooth® menu.
Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING Risk of electric shock!
- To prevent electric shock, unplug the product before cleaning.
- During cleaning do not immerse the product in water or other liquids. Never hold the product under running water.
Cleaning
- To clean the product, wipe with a soft, slightly moist cloth.
- Never use corrosive detergents, wire brushes, abrasive scourers, metal, or sharp utensils to clean the product.
Storage
Store the product in its original packaging in a dry area. Keep away from children and pets.
Plug fuse replacement (for the UK only)
- Use a flat screwdriver to open the fuse compartment cover.
- Remove the fuse and replace it with the same type (3 A, BS1362). Refit the cover.
Maintenance
Any other servicing than mentioned in this manual should be performed by a professional repair center.
Troubleshooting
FCC Compliance Statement
- 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. - Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Interference Statement
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 or more 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/ 1V technician for help.
RF Warning Statement
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Canada IC Notice
- This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. - This equipment complies with Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
- This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES-003(6) / NMB-003(6) standard.
Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity
- Hereby, Amazon EU Sari declares that the radio equipment type B07W4CM6KC, B07W4CK43F is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
- The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon_ private_brand_EU_complianceV
Trademarks
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates is under license.
Disposal
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive aims to minimize the impact of electrical and electronic goods on the environment, by increasing reuse and recycling and by reducing the amount of WEEE going to landfills. The symbol on this product or its packaging signifies that this product must be disposed of separately from ordinary household wastes at its end of life. Be aware that this is your responsibility to dispose of electronic equipment at recycling centers in order to conserve natural resources. Each country should have its collection centers for electrical and electronic equipment recycling. For information about your recycling drop-off area, please contact your related electrical and electronic equipment waste management authority, your local city office, or your household waste disposal service.
Battery Disposal
Do not dispose of used batteries with your household waste. Take them to an appropriate disposal/collection site.
Specifications
Remote control
- Power supply: 2 x 1 .5 V AAA (R03) batteries
- Range: 26.24 ft (8 m)
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FAQ’s
Both bookshelf speakers should be situated two to three feet from the back wall and at an equal distance from the side walls for the best sound. The ideal listening spot in a room where the sound is most balanced is known as the “Sweet Spot” by audiophiles.
Bookshelf speakers can be used for more than simply music. For watching movies and TV shows, a pair of superb bookshelf speakers may produce vocal clarity and dynamics that are far superior to any TV’s built-in speakers. Many of our speaker suggestions also include a center speaker that is specifically made to reproduce dialogue.
Bookshelf speakers should not be placed on the ground; instead, they should be placed on a shelf, table, or other elevated surfaces. They are made with the intention of enhancing sound in tiny to medium-sized settings. Just like anything else, doing your research before deciding will pay off.
Yes. Although it’s not ideal, bookshelf speakers can be positioned on their side. It’s probable that this will have a detrimental effect on sound quality. While not ideal, horizontal positioning might be acceptable if your goal is casual listening.
Although a subwoofer is not necessary for speakers to work, it almost always makes sense to add one to a set of speakers, particularly smaller bookshelf speakers.
Additionally, utilizing an average ear height of between 91 and 96.5 centimeters (36 and 38 inches) is frequently just as acceptable as measuring the distance from your ears to the floor if more than one person will be listening to the speakers or if you frequently have guests around.
In a typical home theatre surround sound system, which already has a powerful subwoofer, bookshelf speakers are added. They can be utilized as fronts in addition to rears or surrounds for smaller systems (instead of floor-standing speakers).
The bookshelf speakers I installed in a wall cavity function very well indeed. They are far superior to any on-wall speaker I have heard, despite not being flawless. Although rear-ported speakers would be OK if you had enough room behind the speaker, front-ported speakers will be the best option.
Compared to the tiny speakers featured in a normal TV, soundbars typically offer better audio quality. They come in numerous configurations as well. While some soundbars just have two speakers, others have several speakers, including a subwoofer.
Bookshelf speakers can be used for more than simply music. For watching movies and TV shows, a pair of superb bookshelf speakers may produce vocal clarity and dynamics that are far superior to any TV’s built-in speakers. Many of our speaker suggestions also include a center speaker that is specifically made to reproduce dialogue.
