ARC Audio BTM Installation And Setup
ARC Audio BTM is a Bluetooth module compatible with ARC Audio PS8 digital sound processors. It allows for wireless audio streaming from Bluetooth-enabled devices to the PS8 processor. The BTM features a user-friendly interface that enables customization of the Bluetooth name for easy identification. It seamlessly integrates with the PS8's user interface, allowing for quick and effortless setup. Enjoy high-quality wireless audio streaming with the ARC Audio BTM.
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Installation and Setup
Congratulations on your purchase of the ARC Audio BTM (Bluetooth Module) for your PS8 digital sound processor. Please follow the instructions on this document to installation and setup of your BTM for easy operation.
Preparation and tools needed – (Turn off the processor and audio system, 2mm Allen head screw driver of Allen Key, laptop computer)
Step 1 Unscrew the four 2mm Allen head screws that hold your illuminated display panel to the PS8. These Please use the correct tool for the removal and installation of these four screws (See Figure 1)
Step 2 Lift the original illuminated display panel from the PS8 and unplug the connecting cable from the main circuit board by grabbing ahold of the cable and plug at the port on the main circuit board. (It is best to rock the plug out of the socket back and forth for easy removal) (See Figure 2)
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Step 3 Remove the BTM module from the packaging
Step 4 - First note that there is two different size plugs and two cables on the BTM replacement display. Find and locate the smaller of the two plugs and plug it into the matching port on the main circuit board (please note that the plug has guide bars on the side and this will allow it to only go into the port in one direction. Please do not try to force it in). (See Figure 3)
Step 5 Then grab the other cable off of the BTM Display. This should be the larger of the two plugs.
Place and install this plug into the larger port on the main circuit board for the PS8 (please note that the plug has guide bars on the side and this will allow it to only go into the port in one direction. Please do not try to force it in).(See Figure 3)
Figure 3
Step 6 - Carefully press and wrap the BTM cables into the
PS8 main housing and align the display with the mounting holes. Be sure to double check that you are not pinching either of the cables. Now with the display flat on the casing reinstall the four 2mm Allen head screws (be careful to not overtighten as this can crack and break the display panel)(See Figure 4)
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Step 7- Turn on your audio system and the PS8, and startup and connect the PS8 to your Windows Laptop.
Step 8 Start the PS8 users interface
Step 9 Find and locate the “Firmware” button on the top header tabs of the GUI. (See Figure 5)
Step 10 Locate the sub panel labeled “Bluetooth (See Figure 5) .
This panel will currently have information in it such as
BT Name – Arc Audio PS8 BT
Version - ********
Date- *********
In this panel you can choose to rename your BT module to something personalized. This will allow you to see this new name on your BT device when connecting.
Step 11 After updating the name (If desired) find and click on the button called “Upload Bluetooth Config”.
This will begin the update process and should take about 2-3 seconds. (See Figure 6)
Step 12– Wait about 30 seconds and then power the system off and then back on
Step 13 Go to your search Bluetooth devices menu on your Bluetooth device and find your updated PS8
Bluetooth Module. (See Figure 7)
Step 14 Start your music player on your BT enabled device
Step 15 Enjoy
Congratulations on your purchase of the ARC Audio BTM (Bluetooth Module) for your PS8 digital sound processor. Please follow the instructions on this document to installation and setup of your BTM for easy operation.
Preparation and tools needed – (Turn off the processor and audio system, 2mm Allen head screw driver of Allen Key, laptop computer)
Step 1 Unscrew the four 2mm Allen head screws that hold your illuminated display panel to the PS8. These Please use the correct tool for the removal and installation of these four screws (See Figure 1)
Step 2 Lift the original illuminated display panel from the PS8 and unplug the connecting cable from the main circuit board by grabbing ahold of the cable and plug at the port on the main circuit board. (It is best to rock the plug out of the socket back and forth for easy removal) (See Figure 2)
Step 3 Remove the BTM module from the packaging
Step 4 - First note that there is two different size plugs and two cables on the BTM replacement display. Find and locate the smaller of the two plugs and plug it into the matching port on the main circuit board (please note that the plug has guide bars on the side and this will allow it to only go into the port in one direction. Please do not try to force it in). (See Figure 3)
Step 5 Then grab the other cable off of the BTM Display. This should be the larger of the two plugs.
Place and install this plug into the larger port on the main circuit board for the PS8 (please note that the plug has guide bars on the side and this will allow it to only go into the port in one direction. Please do not try to force it in).(See Figure 3)
Step 6 - Carefully press and wrap the BTM cables into the
PS8 main housing and align the display with the mounting holes. Be sure to double check that you are not pinching either of the cables. Now with the display flat on the casing reinstall the four 2mm Allen head screws (be careful to not overtighten as this can crack and break the display panel)(See Figure 4)
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Installation and Setup (Continued)
Step 7- Turn on your audio system and the PS8, and startup and connect the PS8 to your Windows Laptop.
Step 8 Start the PS8 users interface
Step 9 Find and locate the “Firmware” button on the top header tabs of the GUI. (See Figure 5)
Step 10 Locate the sub panel labeled “Bluetooth (See Figure 5) .
This panel will currently have information in it such as
BT Name – Arc Audio PS8 BT
Version - ********
Date- *********
Figure 5
In this panel you can choose to rename your BT module to something personalized. This will allow you to see this new name on your BT device when connecting.
Step 11 After updating the name (If desired) find and click on the button called “Upload Bluetooth Config”.
This will begin the update process and should take about 2-3 seconds. (See Figure 6)
Step 12– Wait about 30 seconds and then power the system off and then back on
Step 13 Go to your search Bluetooth devices menu on your Bluetooth device and find your updated PS8
Bluetooth Module. (See Figure 7)
Step 14 Start your music player on your BT enabled device
Step 15 Enjoy
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