Daptor Three™

Wireless Audio Interface

User Guide

JK Audio
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 Contents

Overview 1

Setup 2
Bluetooth Wireless Technology 4
5 Pairing
6  Bluetooth Status LED
7 Master or Headset Mode
8 Connection History, Disconnecting from a Device, Reconnecting to a Device

FAQs 9

Technical Information 10

Contents iii
 Features

Top View Right Side

1 2 3 4 7

5 6 8

1 9V Battery Drawer 5 Balanced XLR Line In

2 Bluetooth LED 6 Balanced XLR Line Out

3 Multi-Function Button (MFB) 7 3.5 mm Stereo Line Input

4 Stereo LED 8 3.5 mm Stereo Line Output

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 Overview

Introducing Daptor Three

Daptor Three is a simple, professional audio interface using Bluetooth Wireless
Technology. Daptor Three connects to your cell phone like any other Bluetooth
enabled headset. It will also connect to any other product, such as a laptop, that
allows a wireless headset connection.

Transmit, Receive or 2-way Hands-free.

Daptor Three functions as either a Master or Headset device. In Master mode,
Daptor Three connects to headsets or headset type devices, transmitting A2DP
audio, or initiating a 2-way voice band connection to a headset. In Headset mode,
Daptor Three connects to wireless phones, computers, or Bluetooth dongles,
receiving A2DP audio or a 2-way Hands Free connection.

HD Voice Wireless HD Calls

While standard phone calls have a narrow HD Voice is available on many third
bandwidth of 300 Hz to 3.4 kHz, HD Voice party headsets and cell phones. To take
calls offer 50 Hz to 7 kHz bandwidth. The advantage of this extended bandwidth,
additional 1.5 octaves on the low end both phones on the call must support
gives voice a more natural sound, while HD Voice, and both phones must
the additional upper octave dramatically be on the same carrier, in coverage
improves speech clarity and intelligibility. areas that support HD Voice.
Overview 1
 Setup
4

Optional: You may use the TRS

jacks on side of Daptor Three instead
of the XLR jacks on the bottom.

Mix
Minus 1 Caller
Caller

2
Mic 1 Mic 2 Mic 3 Mic 4 Line In 5/6 Aux Send Main Mix Out Headphones

L Pre
L
/Mon

Post
R R
/FX

Aux Aux Aux Aux

3
Aux
Pre Pre Pre Pre Pre-Fader
/Mon /Mon /Mon /Mon (Mon)
- + - + - + - + - + Recording
Post Post Post Post Post
Device
/FX /FX /FX /FX /FX
- + - + - + - + - +

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 Setup

1. Connect either <Line Out> to any Tip: Using an Aux Send bus that is Pre-
Line Level input on your mixer or Fader allows you to control the levels of
each channel to the main output without
other audio equipment. affecting what is sent to the phone line.
2. Connect the mixer’s Mix-Minus bus
4. Pair Daptor Three to your wireless
or Aux Send output (this may be
phone or notebook computer.
labeled FX or Mon but any Aux bus
See (pages 4-8). Your device
will work) to either <Line In> on
will recognize Daptor Three as
Daptor Three. You may use either
a headset which will disable the
the XLR input or 3.5mm input,
internal mic and speaker. Connect
not both.
a microphone and headphones
3. Whichever input channel that to your mixer or other audio
Daptor Three's <Line Out> equipment.
is connected to, turn the
corresponding Aux control to Note: Wireless phones generate
substantial radio frequency (RF) noise
minimum. All Aux controls for other
during a call which can leak into your
channels should be set for audio audio cables and equipment. If you notice
sent to the phone line. Each Aux a problem with RF noise, be sure to keep
Send bus is completely separate your wireless phone one to two feet from
from all other outputs, so these Aux your mixer and other audio equipment.
controls will not affect what is heard
on the Main outputs or on any other
Aux buses. Bluetooth Wireless Technology 3
 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Pairing Mode Idle Mode

From the powered-off state*, hold the From the powered-off state*, hold the
silver Multi-Function Button (MFB) silver MFB button for 2 seconds, then
button for 6 seconds, then release to release to activate Idle Mode.
activate Pairing Mode.
In Idle Mode, Daptor Three searches
In Pairing Mode, any Bluetooth for paired devices.
enabled device within range can pair
with your Daptor Three. When you're Connected Mode
first connecting to a new device, you After bonding is complete, the
should be in an environment with no connection to that device is secure.
other Bluetooth wireless technology Daptor Three returns to Idle Mode
enabled devices within range that when a connection is dropped or
might also be in Pairing Mode. terminated.
Once the pairing process is complete *See page 8 for instructions on how to turn
the unique device ID is stored in off Daptor Three.
Connection History. Subsequent
connections can be made from
Idle Mode.

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 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Pairing to a Cell Phone Pairing to a Headset Device

Daptor Three in Headset Mode (pg7) Daptor Three in Master Mode (pg7)
1. From the powered-off state*, 1. Following manufacturer’s
press and hold the MFB button on instructions, set your headset type
Daptor Three for approx. 6 seconds. device to Pairing Mode.
Upon release, the blue LED will
If the Pin on the headset device is not
flash rapidly as Daptor Three enters "0000", Daptor Three will not be able to pair
Pairing Mode. with it.
The Stereo LED will flash Red during the
button press to verify Headset Mode.
2. From the powered-off state*,
press and hold the MFB button on
2. On your device, find and select the Daptor Three for approx. 6 seconds.
option to set up a connection. Once Upon release, the blue LED will
found, Daptor Three's device ID is flash rapidly as Daptor Three enters
"JKDAP3xxxx" where: xxxx is the Pairing Mode.
last four digits of the serial number. The Stereo LED will flash Green during the
button press to verify Master Mode.
Note: Connecting via Bluetooth wireless
technology varies with different cell phones.
3. When bonding is complete, the blue
3. If asked for a pin, enter "0000". LED will flash at a slower rate.
4. When bonding is complete, the blue
LED will flash at a slower rate. Bluetooth Wireless Technology 5
 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Bluetooth Status LED

The blue LED on the top of the unit flashes in different sequences to indicate the
current connection status.

Pairing
100ms off, 100ms on 0 1s 2s 3s 4s 5s 6s

Idle
2s off, 200ms on 0 1s 2s 3s 4s 5s 6s

Connected
2s off, 1s on 0 1s 2s 3s 4s 5s 6s

HD Connected
2s off, 4s on 0 1s 2s 3s 4s 5s 6s

Stereo (A2DP Stream) LED

The second LED on the top of the unit flashes Red or Green to indicate:
Red: Daptor Three is Receiving Stereo A2DP audio from the Master Device
Green: Daptor Three is Sending Stereo A2DP audio to a Headset Device.

Streaming A2DP
2s off, 4s on 0 1s 2s 3s 4s 5s 6s

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 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Master or Headset Mode Master Mode Streaming State

The Stereo LED indicates whether the Simply tap the MFB button to toggle
Daptor Three is in Headset or Master between stereo A2DP and mono
Mode upon initiating a connection. Hands-Free profiles. This can only be
done while the unit is in Master mode.
Red = Headset mode
Note: The stereo LED will not be lit when the
Hands-Free profile is in use.
Green = Master mode

What is the Difference between

How to switch between
Bluetooth Profiles?
Headset and Master Mode
A2DP (17 kHz Stereo):
1. Hold the MFB button down for 12 (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile):
seconds from the powered-off Simplex stereo music streaming.
state, then release to change roles. Hands-Free (3.4kHz Mono / 7kHz HD Mono):
2. The next time a Bluetooth Facilitates full-duplex audio between two
paired devices. Allows the receiving device
connection is enabled on your more control over the call, such as volume,
Daptor Three, the Stereo LED will accept/reject/end a call.
flash red or green to verify if it is in
Headset or Master mode.
3. Daptor Three will keep this role until
it is changed again.
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 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Disconnecting from a Device Connection History

To disconnect from a device, turn off Daptor Three retains a history of
Bluetooth on your phone or power off the 16 most recent devices. To clear
the connected device. Alternatively, connection history and return to
turn off the Daptor Three. factory default, with the Daptor Three
powered off, hold the MFB button in
If left unused in Idle or Pairing Mode, the
Daptor Three will automatically disconnect in
for at least 22 seconds. After resetting,
two minutes and power off. the Daptor Three will return to
Pairing Mode.
How to turn off Daptor Three Reconnecting to
From the powered-on state, hold Paired Devices
the MFB button for 5 seconds, then
To reconnect to a device saved in
release to turn off. Alternatively, you
Connection History, the Daptor
may simply remove the battery from
Three should be in Idle Mode (pg 4).
Daptor Three to turn it off.
Master Mode: Daptor Three will
If the blue LED continues to flash or blink after automatically connect to a paired
releasing, then the Bluetooth button was:
device that is Bluetooth-enabled,
a) released too early.
b) held more than 17 seconds. powered-on and within range.
c) pressed after Daptor Three was left Headset Mode: Daptor Three will
unused and powered off automatically. likely need to be selected in your
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 FAQs

What is the range Can I send and receive audio

of the Bluetooth at the same time?
transmitter/receiver? Yes. Daptor Three is capable of
Daptor Three will transmit and receive sending and receiving audio at the
audio signals up to 66 feet (20 meters) same time.
from your Bluetooth device. Because
transmitting signals over longer How long will the battery last?
distances will require more power, you Based on our lab tests using a
should keep Daptor Three close to standard alkaline battery with Daptor
your Bluetooth device to conserve Three about 1 meter from your
battery power. Bluetooth device, the battery should
last for about 18 hours under normal
Why is the audio so use. Lithium batteries can add 3 to 4
loud/quiet? times the battery life, at 3 to 4 times
The first step in setting levels the cost. As an indicator of low battery,
should be adjusting your phone the blue LED will grow dim and then
volume control to obtain a clear, extinguish a short while before the
healthy signal. You may then battery is completely exhausted and
adjust the gain on your other audio the unit shuts down.
equipment to fine tune the levels.

FAQs 9
 Technical Information

Specifications
Input
Balanced Female XLR: 20k ohms, -4 dBu nom
1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo: 20k ohms , -10 dBu nom

Output
Balanced Male XLR: 200 ohms, 0 dBu max
1/8” (3.5mm) Stereo: 200 ohms, -6 dBu max

Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Standard: Bluetooth 3.0
Range: 66 feet (20 meters)

Hands-Free (Full Duplex): 300 Hz– 3.4 kHz

Hands-Free (Full Duplex HD Voice): 50 Hz– 7 kHz
Frequency Response
A2DP (Master » Headset): 30 Hz– 17 kHz
  A2DP End-to-End Latency = 150ms

Misc
Power: > 18 Hours on one 9-volt battery
Size: 4.4" x 2.7" x 1.2" (11.2 x 6.9 x 3.5 cm)
Weight: 7 oz.
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 FCC Compliance Notice

FCC Part 15 Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found in accordance with the instruction manual,
to comply with the limits for a Class A digital may cause harmful interference to radio
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC communications. Operation of this equipment
Rules. These limits are designed to provide in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
reasonable protection against harmful interference in which case the user will be
interference when the equipment is operated required to correct the interference at his
in a commercial environment. This equipment own expense. Changes or modifications not
generates, uses, and can radiate radio expressly approved by JK Audio can void the
frequency energy and, if not installed and used user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Compliance Notice 11

Daptor Three™
Wireless Audio Interface

User Guide Version 3/5/19

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