Altec Lansing HydraMotion 2.0 Wireless Speaker
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Product Overview
The Altec Lansing HydraMotion 2.0 is an EVERYTHINGPROOF® Wireless Speaker designed for immersive sound and durability.
Key Features:
- Up to 16 Hours Playtime
- Hyper-Edge Lighting Modes
- Bluetooth® Connectivity
- Party Sync: Pair 8 or 100+ Speakers
In the Box
Your Altec Lansing HydraMotion 2.0 package includes:
- 1 HydraMotion 2.0 EVERYTHINGPROOF® Wireless Speaker
- 1 USB-C Charging Cable
- 1 Carabiner Clip
- 1 Mount
- 1 Quick Start Guide
There is also a ¼" threaded mounting insert on the bottom for standard mounts. See website for details.
A Closer Look
Top Controls:
- Volume Up/Next Track: Short press '+'
- Volume Down/Previous Track: Short press '-'
- Answer/End Calls/Voice Assistant: Short press '?' button
- Link Button (Party Sync): Short press '?' button
- Color Change Button: Short press '?' button
- LED Indicator Light: Shows charging status and connection mode
- Power/Play/Pause Button: Short press for Play/Pause, Press & Hold 2S for ON/OFF
Bottom Ports:
- USB-C Charging Port: For charging the speaker.
- Reset: Press & hold for 10 seconds to reset all settings.
- External USB Port: For charging other devices.
Charging
To charge the speaker:
- Insert the USB-C end of the supplied USB-A – C cable into the charging port on the right side.
- Insert the USB-A end of the supplied cable into a suitable USB-A charging port.
- The indicator LED will be red while charging and will turn off when fully charged.
Bluetooth Pairing
To pair your device:
- Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds to turn on the speaker.
- The LED will flash blue, indicating pairing mode.
- Go to your phone's Bluetooth settings and ensure Bluetooth is ON.
- Select 'AL HydraMotion 2.0' from the list of available devices.
- Once paired, the LED will be solid blue.
The speaker will automatically reconnect to the last paired device when turned on.
To disconnect a paired device:
- Forget the speaker in your phone's Bluetooth settings, or
- Turn off Bluetooth on your phone/tablet, or
- Press and hold the Power button for 5 seconds. This will cause the speaker to drop the connection and enter pairing mode.
Speaker Controls
Controlling Music:
- Short Press:
- '+': Volume Up
- '-': Volume Down
- '?': Play/Pause
- '?': Answer & End Call
- Press & Hold 2S:
- '⏻': ON/OFF
- '+': Next Track
- '-': Previous Track
- '?': Reject Incoming Call
More Controls
Party Sync:
1. Turn on the primary speaker and connect it to your Bluetooth device. Start playing music.
2. Short press the Link button ('?') on the primary speaker. Its LED will flash green, indicating it is broadcasting as the Party Primary.
3. Turn on the secondary speaker. Short press the Link button ('?') on the secondary speaker. It will automatically connect to the Primary speaker and its LED will turn solid green. They will now play in sync.
4. You can connect additional secondary speakers by turning them on and short pressing their Link buttons.
Note: If playback is paused on the Primary speaker, the Secondary speaker LEDs will return to flashing green.
To exit Party Sync, short press the Link button ('?') on each speaker you wish to disconnect.
Multi Color Light Modes:
Briefly press the '?' button to cycle through 11 different light modes:
- Fade between colors
- Pulse to music, step changing color
- Single color (use App to change)
- Circle and back and forth
- Bargraph with color step from center
- Fading colors left to right
- Circle Rainbow color
- Fire mode horizontal
- Off
Voice Assistant:
Short press the '?' button to activate the Voice Assistant on your connected phone/tablet.
Reset:
A reset will erase all settings. To perform a reset, press and hold the '⏻' button for 10 seconds. The speaker will reset and power off.
Safety Precautions
When using your speaker, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR SPEAKER.
- Only clean using a clean cloth.
- Do not expose this product to excessive heat or fire.
- Do not expose this product to temperatures above 100°F (37.8°C). Keep out of direct sunlight.
- Do not attempt to repair this product yourself. Contact a qualified service center if the product is in need of service.
- Do not drop, crush, or expose this product to excessive physical force.
- This product is not intended for commercial use.
- When charging, keep all charging cables well ventilated. Do not keep your charging cable in contact with flammable materials such as bedding, linens, or synthetic fabrics.
Maintenance and Care:
- Use a soft cloth or paper towel to clean your speaker. Never use any harsh chemicals or detergents for cleaning. Make sure your speaker is dry before charging.
- When your speaker is not in use, it should be stored in a cool, dry place.
- Never tug or yank on a cable while it is connected to your charging speaker. Connect and disconnect cables as carefully as possible.
- Never expose your speaker to high temperatures or extreme cold.
- Please recycle or dispose of your speaker properly based on the laws and rules of your municipality. Contact local recycling facilities and/or the manufacturer of your speaker for further information.
Specifications
- Power input: 5V ⎓ 1A
- USB output: 5V ⎓ 0.5A
- Battery Type: Lithium-ion Battery
- Play Time: Approximately 16 Hours (At 50% Volume position)
WARNING! Sealing flap must be fully closed to maintain waterproof rating.
FCC Statement
This equipment 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.
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/TV technician for help.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
Warning: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Warranty
This warranty covers the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable.
This warranty covers products that fail to function properly UNDER NORMAL USAGE, due to defects in material or workmanship. Your product will be repaired or replaced at no charge for parts or labor for a period of one year.
What Is Not Covered by Warranty:
- Damages or malfunctions not resulting from defects in material or workmanship.
- Damages or malfunctions from other than normal use, including but limited to, repair by unauthorized parties, tampering, modification, or accident.
To Obtain Warranty Service and Troubleshooting Information:
Call 1-855-292-4087, email alsupport@sakar.com, or visit our website at www.alteclansing.com.
To receive warranty service along with the name and address of an authorized product service center, the original consumer purchaser must contact Altec Lansing for problem determination and service procedures. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, evidencing that the Product is within the applicable Warranty period(s), MUST be presented in order to obtain the requested service. It is your responsibility to properly package and send any defective products along with a dated copy of proof of purchase, a written explanation of the problem, and a valid return address to the authorized service center at your expense. Do not include any other items or accessories with the defective product. Any products received by the authorized service center that are not covered by warranty will be returned unrepaired.
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