INDEX SS-200 TRUE USB VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) SPEAKER With Built-in Microphone & USB Hub USER’S GUIDE Please read and understand all safety instructions before use.
3 PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT OVERVIEW The ARTDIO SS-200 VoIP Speaker is a full duplex mono speaker with built-in microphone, which designed for you to listen to music and enjoy conversations through the Internet with a hands free experience. DSP (Digital Sound Processing) with echo cancellation and noise suppression technology assures best voice clarity and quality for making calls through the Internet. The SS-200 speaker is truly USB powered, no additional adapters required.
4 5 CONTROLS (please refer to picture [A]) picture [A] (5) Power LED Red LED will light to indicate the speaker is connected properly to the computer, powered and ready for use. (6) 2.5mm Headphone Jack Connect to headphone with 2.5mm connector for private conversation. (4) Note: A mono headphone with built-in microphone is included. (1) (2) (3) (6) CONNECTION (5) (1) Call Button & LED ( support Skype only ) Make a Call: Press to make an outgoing call.
6 7 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Note:You must connect the SS-200 speaker to your computer before installing 2) Note: Please connect the SS-200 speaker to your computer before continue the setup. the software. 1. Place the installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive on your computer. 2.The setup program will start automatically; if the auto run does not start, please install manually by double-click on the setup (.exe) file on the CD-ROM drive. 3.
8 9 5) Select or create a folder to install the SSCtrl driver, or the setup will install in the following folder C:/Program Files/ ArtDio/ SSCtrl 8) The installation for SSCtrl driver begins. Click “Next” to continue the setup. 6) Select the installation method as shown in the screenshot. Choose “Typical” as recommended for the installation. 9)The installation for SSCtrl driver is completed. Click “Next” to continue the setup. 7) Click “Next” to begin installation, or “Back” to change any settings.
10 11 11) Then, continue with the installation for ArtDio USB driver. 14) Click “Next” to continue the setup, or “Back” to change any settings. Click “Next” to continue the setup. 12) Select the items to be installed in your computer, including √ Install ArtDio Driver √ Install Demo Program 15) The installation for ArtDio USB driver begins. Click “Next” to continue the setup.
12 13 17) After restarting the computer, click on Skype to execute the program. A window will pop-up to ask for permission for the installed SSCtrl driver to access Skype. Click on “Allow this program to use Skype”, to allow the SS-Ctrl driver and the SS-200 VoIP speaker to operate with Skype. Please always visit our website at www.artdio.net to check out and download the latest software and user’s guide. UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Note: Please exit all programs before uninstalling the software.
14 15 3) The uninstallation for SSCtrl driver begins. 2) Click “OK” to continue the uninstallation. 4) The SSCtrl driver has been successfully uninstalled. 3) The uninstallation for ArtDio USB driver begins. Please “Restart” your computer after the software is uninstalled. UNINSTALLING ARTDIO USB DRIVER Please follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall the software.
16 17 ARTDIO USB 3D SOUND CONFIGURATION SETTINGS [1] MAIN SETTING [2] MIXER Output Device Audio Settings Analog OutputǺSelect the appropriate audio output device, such as Headphone “ ” and Speaker “ ”. S/PDIF OutputǺSelect S/PDIF for digital audio output settings. Audio JackǺAudio output jack “ ” (green) for speaker, and audio input jack “ ” (red) for microphone. DSP (Digital Sound Processing) ModeǺUse the settings below to change the DSP mode. 1)Click on 7.
18 19 [3] EFFECT [4] KARAOKE EnvironmentǺChoose from the icon on the left menu or more options from the drop-down menu to select the appropriate environment setting for best audio performance. Microphone EchoǺUse the Microphone Echo slider to increase or decrease microphone echo. Environment SizeǺSelect the appropriate environment size for best audio performance. EqualizerǺUse the Equalizer to tune for audio sound effects according to your own preferences.
14 15 TROUBLE SHOOTING [5]INFORMATION No. 2 Symptom No sound is coming from speakers. Display the information for ArtDio USB 3D Sound software. TROUBLE SHOOTING No. 1 Symptom No LED (Red) is lit. 3 Possible Problem The USB cable isn’t connected or it is loosened. Solutions Reconnect the USB cable to the speaker and plug it into the USB port on the computer. There is echo sound coming from speakers when the music is playing or while making phone calls.
16 17 TROUBLE SHOOTING (con’t) No. 4 5 6 Symptom The Call Button on the speaker does not function. Voice is breaking up while talking through the Internet. Music doesn’t stop automatically for incoming and/or outgoing calls. Possible Problem Solutions The operating system’s volume is set too high. Check the operating system volume level and decrease it if necessary. The software CD-ROM is not installed. Follow the steps for installing the software.
18 19 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS phones. Included with the package, is a specially designed 2.5mm mono headphone with built-in microphone, for you to use it to listen to music and 1. Does the SS-200 VoIP speaker support instant messengers such as MSN enjoy your conversation through the Internet. Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, QQ and more, other than Skype™? 4.
20 21 SPEAKER SPECIFICATIONS Built-in Speaker Built-in Microphone Total Power Output 2Watts Frequency Response 120HZ-18KHZ Driver 1 1/4 inches 4Ω NdFEB Magnet Coverage 5 M (±60 degree) Sensitivity -40dB Frequency Response 50HZ-10KHz Echo Cancellation Support Noise Suppression 13dB Microphone Auto Volume Control Support Full Duplex Satellite Support Audio Output Max Output Power 100mW Function Keys/ LED Indicator Call Button Make/ Answer/ Disconnect a Call Microphone Mute Suppo
22 23 USB HUB SPECIFICATIONS 7. Location – The appliance should be installed in a stable location. USB Host Interface USB Ports Data Transfer Rate Input Voltage USB Port Status LED USB 2.0 (backward compatibility with USB 1.1 and 1.0) 3 USB ports *Do not connect ArtDio’s SS-168, SS-100 or any other USB audio device to the USB port when the SS-200 is connected to the computer.
