User's Manual

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BREAK-IN
As with all high-performance audio products, a preliminary break-in
will result in improved performance. Allow a full 48 hours for break-in
at moderate listening levels before doing any critical listening.
CARE
Wipe only the surface of the AERA with a soft, damp cloth when required.
FEATURES OF YOUR AERA
• StreammusicwithAppleAirPlaywirelessconnectivity:iTunes,
Spotify, Pandora, Slacker, Songza, Turntable, AOL, Last.fm, RDIO, etc.
†
• ProprietaryDSP-controlledamplierforrich,articulatesound,even
when the AERA is playing at loud levels.
• Top-loading30-pinconnectortsAppleproducts(see list of versions
in beginning of manual).
• USB2.0inputallowsyoutosimultaneouslyplayandchargeyour
Apple device.
• 3.5-mmauxiliaryinputforconnectingexternalportablemedia.
• Convenientoperationviaonboardcontrolsorthroughthefull-
function remote.
• Remotecontrolwithlong-lifelithiumbattery.
†Access to streaming services will depend upon geographic location and/or your Internet
Service Provider’s network capabilities.
WHAT’S REQUIRED?
To stream audio wirelessly you will need:
• TheAERAandsuppliedpowercable.
• AWi-Ficapablerouter.
• AhostforyouriTunesMusicLibrary—iPodTouch,iPhone,iPadwith
version 4.3 or later installed or a Wi-Fi enabled PC or Mac with iTunes
version 10.0 (or later) installed.
For a wired connection you will need (not supplied):
• 30-pin/USBcable.
• 3.5-mmcable.
PLACEMENT
Place the AERA on a at surface. If you
plan on using your AERA with a music
device docked on top, allow a minimum
of 6˝ (15 cm) clearance between the
docked device and any cupboard or
cabinet above.
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