Quick Start Guide

Fluance Ai81 Quick Start Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there no sound from the Ai81 when connected to
the Optical input?
Many digital audio sources feature Dolby Audio which is not
supported by the Ai81. Ensure your devices’ audio output is set
to Stereo or PCM. See page 7 for more information.
What do I do if audio is only coming from the active
speaker?
The most common cause of no audio from one speaker is a
poor connection. Ensure the metal portion of the speaker wire
is in direct contact with the binding posts.
What do I do if my remote control is not working?
Replace the batteries in the remote with a new set. Ensure you
are pointing the remote at the IR sensor on the Active (right)
Speaker and that nothing is blocking the sensor.
What is “auto-pairing” and how does it work?
Auto-pairing is a convenient connection feature included in all
Fluance Bluetooth
®
Speakers. If the connected Bluetooth
®
-en-
abled device leaves the connection range of the Ai81 and
returns at a later time, the device will automatically connect. If
the device’s Bluetooth
®
function is disabled and then enabled
Subwoofer Output
IMPORTANT: When a subwoofer cable is connected, the Ai81 will automatically cut frequencies
below 80Hz to optimize performance. The subwoofer cable must be removed to resume full
frequency playback.
1. Connect the Subwoofer cable to your powered subwoofer.
2. Connect the other end of the Subwoofer cable to the back of the Active Speaker.
3. Adjust the volume on the Subwoofer for the best listening experience.
Fluance offers matching subwoofers for the ultimate audio experience. For more information
visit: www.Fluance.com/subwoofer.
DB10
*Subwoofer cable not included
at a later time, the device will automatically connect as well.
*Note: The Fluance Ai81 will only auto-pair to the last device
that it was connected to.
Another device is connected to my Fluance Ai81 and I want
to connect my device.
You can reset any Bluetooth
®
connection by pressing the
Bluetooth
®
Pairing Reset button on the back of the Active
Speaker. You can also press and hold “Play/Pause” on the
Remote for 3 seconds.
How can I increase the volume when using the Ai81 with a
turntable?
If turntable audio is too quiet you may need to add a pream-
plifier. Some turntables have built in preamps which can be
turned on or off. The Fluance PA10 preamplifier is a great
match for Fluance powered speakers and turntables.
Why is the volume from each input different on the Ai81?
Ensure that any volume and EQ settings on your source
devices are set to similar levels. The different signal types
used by each input means they are processed differently by
the Ai81. The Optical Input uses a digital signal while the RCA
Input uses an analog signal. These differences can result in
slight variances in the output volume of the Ai81.