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PRACTICE SAFE SOUND Enjoy your music responsibly by practicing safe sound. Listening to headphones at too high of volumes for extended periods of time will result in permanent hearing loss. V-MODA Faders by Ear Armor helps prevent tinnitus and hearing loss at events such as clubs, concerts, music practice and races. Reveal more at V-MODA.com/FADERS.
WELCOME TO THE GREAT REVELATION OF SOUND Thank you for purchasing VAMP. You are very wise and have exquisite taste. VAMP is a mobile Hi-Fi component that produces pure audio and is a unique symbol for the modern audiophile. VAMP takes the digital output from your iPhone and uses a dedicated Hi-Fi DAC (digitalto-analog convertor) and amplifier for pure, powerful sound. VAMP features a VQ (V-MODA eQualizer) function that provides 3D sound and accentuation for various musical tastes.
Names of Parts and Functions Front Panel Headphone output connector / optical audio (S/PDIF) output connector • Connects to stereo headphones (mini plug) and to round optical digital sound connectors. The iPhone‘s digital audio signal is output with DD (Digital-toDigital) conversion. By connecting to a device with a digital input connector, the iPhone’s audio source can be dubbed or played over speakers in high quality (48 kHz/16 bit) sound. Volume knob Adjusts the headphone volume.
. Side Panel Remaining battery charge indicator Displays LEDs indicating the remaining battery charge. CHARGE indicator Displays the battery charging status. *Not displayed during . BATTERY/VQ button • Press the button to verify the status of 7 and 8. • Press and hold the button to switch to VQ mode. * Only during headphone output. * Switch between PURE/VQ sound modes, see page 10.
Listening to Music on the iPhone® 4/4S 1. Switch the toggle switch next to the volume knob to . The iPhone beeps once or vibrates twice to indicate that the VAMP and iPhone are connected (authenticated). After the connection (authentication) is complete, the LED lamp toggle switch lights red or green. Synchronization between the iPhone and VAMP starts, and the iPhone music can be heard in Pure Hi-Fi sound. 2. Insert the headphone plug (3.
Verifying the Remaining Battery Level The remaining battery level can be verified by looking at the colors of the LEDs under the battery mark. Caution: The unit is not sold with a fully charged battery. Fully charge the battery before use. 1. Quickly press the BATTERY/ VQ button on the left side of the VAMP. The LED lamps under the battery mark turn on. Remaining battery level indicator BATTERY/VQ button The remaining battery level can be verifed with the LED lamp.
Charge the Internal Battery and iPhone The VAMP internal battery can be charged by connecting the included USB cable to a USB port on a computer and the USB port on the bottom of the VAMP (USB mini B connector type). To charge, switch the toggle switch on the front panel to or mode. The VAMP can also be charged using the Apple USB power adapter that comes with the iPhone. It takes approximately 5 hours to fully charge the battery. Please note that the first device to be charged will be the VAMP.
Connecting VAMP with the iPhone As shown in the right diagram, connect the VAMP and iPhone by slowly sliding the VAMP into place at an angle to the iPhone. First, insert the 30 pin DOC connector at the bottom into the iPhone connector and then press the top of the iPhone down. When the VAMP and iPhone are properly connected, the iPhone will beep once or vibrate twice. Furthermore, the LED lamp toggle switch on the VAMP will light red or green.
Charging iPhone from the VAMP 1. Set the toggle switch to . The battery mark ( ) appears in the upper right corner of the iPhone screen while the iPhone is being charged. i+ Caution: When the VAMP is connected to a computer via USB cable, the internal battery is charged first, and iPhone starts charging only after that is fully charged. Syncing iPhone and PC with VAMP Connected Set the toggle switch to . This setting allows the iPhone to synchronize with iTunes on the computer and charge.
Settings: Using the VQ (V-MODA eQualizer) function The VQ (V-MODA eQqualizer) function provides 3D sound and accentuation for various musical tastes. 1. Press and hold the BATTERY/VQ button. The toggle switch LED on the front panel will start to flash. BATTERY/VQ button 2. Change the toggle switch setting from to complete the setting, or vice versa. to and then change it back to i+ 3. The toggle switch LED will change to green (VQ) or red (Pure).
Using Optical Digital Sound Output Optical digital audio output connector / headphone output connector The VAMP headphone connector can be used as an optical digital audio output connector. Use an optical digital audio cable (optical mini plug type) to connect the VAMP (and iPhone) to an amplifer, D/A converter, stereo system or mixer. This allows the iPhone audio source to be reproduced in high quality (48 kHz/16 bit) Hi-Fi sound.
Troubleshooting If VAMP fails to operate correctly, please check the following troubleshooting items. If the information in this section does not correct the problem, please contact V-MODA. Caution: if your iPhone is jailbroken, results may vary. Trouble Suggestions VAMP is connected but does not work Verify that the VAMP and iPhone are properly connected, and connect them again. Verify the remaining battery level on the VAMP and the iPhone. Charge the battery if there is no battery charge.
V-MODA Premier Warranty V-MODA warrants the owner of the product against defects in materials or workmanship as declared below: 13 • V-MODA will repair or replace the product at no charge for one (1) year from the date of purchase. • Products must be purchased from a V-MODA authorized dealer or reseller. A proof of purchase may be required for warranty fulfillment.
Restrictions V-MODA is not responsible to repair or replace the product if in violation of this warranty. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights, you may also have other rights which vary from state to state that may result in the change of this warranty. To obtain service under this warranty agreement, properly protect the product in a shipping package, as we are not responsible for items lost or damaged in transit, and include a copy of the original receipt.
Safety Alert Symbols VAMP and this Instruction Manual use the following safety alert symbols. Fully understand the meaning of each symbol before reading this document. DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in an accident that may lead to death or serious injury.
WARNING FIRE SHOCK Failure to follow these precautions may result in fire, shock, heat, or combustion that may lead to death or serious injury. Safety Alerts Do not put the VAMP in a microwave oven or high-pressure container. Combustion, explosion, malfunction, or fire may occur. Do not store or charge the VAMP in a location that receives direct sunlight, such as on a car dashboard or near a window, or in a high temperature environment, such as inside a car.
Do not wet or immerse the VAMP in water, or store in an extremely humid environment, such as a bathroom. Shock, injury, heat, explosion, or combustion may occur. Do not damage, modify, pull, twist by force, or hang any heavy materials from the USB cable. Shock or fire may occur. Do not use the VAMP while driving a car, a motorcycle, or a bicycle, or while walking. This can result in a dangerous delay of perception by not hearing environmental sounds and it may cause a traffic accident.
For the customers in the USA INFORMATION: 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.
For the customers in the USA and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-ion batteries.
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