USER MANUAL

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Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read this
manual carefully before operating this Console. Retain
it for future reference.
Record the model number and serial number of this
Console given in the label at the bottom side.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT ..................................................................................................... 4
1.1
SAFETY AND IMPORTANT NOTICE ..........................................................................4
1.1.1 Caution .....................................................................................................4
1.1.2 Warnings ..................................................................................................4

GUIDE TO PARTS & CONTROLS ......................................................................... 6

2.1
WIRELESS AUDIO CONSOLE (NEO) ........................................................................6
2.1.1 Front panel ...............................................................................................6
2.1.2 Rear panel ................................................................................................7
2.2
REMOTE CONTROL .............................................................................................8
2.2.1 Replacing Remote batteries .....................................................................8
2.3
ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................9
2.4
SPEAKERS & SUBWOOFER TO BE USED WITH NEO ....................................................9
2.4.1 Wireless Speakers.....................................................................................9
2.5
WIRELESS SUBWOOFER (QB3) ............................................................................9
2.5.1 Microphone ............................................................................................10
2.5.2 Available Speaker mounting accessories ...............................................10

INSTALLATION ................................................................................................ 11
3.1.1 Speaker Assembly (for Table mount) .....................................................11
3.1.2 Microphone Assembly ............................................................................11
3.1.3 Subwoofer settings .................................................................................12
3.2
PLACEMENT ...................................................................................................13
3.2.1 Typical placement of a 5.1 system .........................................................13
3.2.2 Typical placement of a 7.1 system .........................................................13
3.3
SETUP ...........................................................................................................14
3.3.1 MIC connection ......................................................................................14
3.4
AUTO-CALIBRATION .........................................................................................14
3.5
CABLE CONNECTIONS& SOURCE SETTINGS ............................................................15
3.5.1 HDMI (AV sources & TV have HDMI) ......................................................15
3.5.2 Coaxial ....................................................................................................15
3.5.3 Optical ....................................................................................................16
3.5.4 HDMI ARC ............................................................................................16
3.5.5 Aux (Stereo) ............................................................................................17
3.5.6 Analog (8 Channel) .................................................................................17
3.5.7 Wired Subwoofer....................................................................................18
3.5.8 COMM (RJ11) .........................................................................................18

USAGE ............................................................................................................ 19
4.1

MENU NAVIGATION& AUDIO SETTINGS ...............................................................19

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4.2
AUDIO INFORMATION.......................................................................................20
4.3
HDMI INFORMATION.......................................................................................20
4.3.1 Recommendation ...................................................................................20
4.3.2 Connections ............................................................................................20
4.3.3 Supported features.................................................................................20
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TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................... 21
5.1
5.2
5.3

NEO DISPLAY ERRORS .......................................................................................21

OTHER COMMON ISSUES ...................................................................................22
FAQ .............................................................................................................24

SPECIFICATION ............................................................................................... 27
6.1
WIRELESS SPEAKERS ........................................................................................27
6.2
WIRELESS AUDIO CONSOLE ...............................................................................27
6.3
WIRELESS SUBWOOFER ....................................................................................27
6.4
ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................................28
6.4.1 Base (optional) .......................................................................................28
6.4.2 Wall Mount (optional) ............................................................................28
6.4.3 Remote Control ......................................................................................28

WARRANTY .................................................................................................... 29
7.1.1
7.1.2
7.1.3
7.1.4
7.1.5
7.1.6
7.1.7

Limited warranty ....................................................................................29

Remedies ................................................................................................29
How to obtain warranty support ............................................................29
Limitation of liability ..............................................................................29
Duration of implied warranties ..............................................................29
National statutory rights ........................................................................29
No other warranties ...............................................................................30

IMPORTANT

1.1

Safety and important notice

1.1.1

Caution

To reduce the risks of electric shock do not open device. No user-serviceable parts inside, refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
The speaker system is not intended for use by children without supervision.
The system should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, should be placed on any part of the system.
To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

1.1.2

Warnings

1.1.2.1 AC-DC ADAPTER WARNING

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To reduce risk of electric shock, do not expose AC adapter to rain, moisture, liquid, or heat
sources (e.g. radiators, heat registers, stoves, amplifiers, etc)
AC-DC adapter is for indoor use only
Do not use any other AC-DC adapter with the product
Do not use a damaged AC-DC adapter or attempt to repair one
Inspect AC-DC adapter regularly for cable, plug, or casing damage

1.1.2.2 POWER CORD WARNING

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If the system is supplied with an extension cord or an electrical portable outlet device, the
extension cord or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to
splashing or ingress of moisture
It is recommended that most appliances be placed on a dedicated circuit. That is, a single power
outlet component which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch
circuits.
Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse such as being twisted, kinked,
pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets and
point where the cord is connected.
Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension
cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulations are dangerous. Any of these
conditions could result in electrical failures or injury.

1.1.2.3 BATTERY WARNING

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Risk of explosion and personal injury are high if remote control batteries are replaced in an
incorrect way.
Do not open, mutilate, or expose to conducting materials (metal), moisture, liquid, fire, or heat
(above 54oC or130oF). Doing so may cause batteries to leak or explode, resulting in personal
injury.
Dispose off spent, leaking, or damaged batteries according to manufacture instructions and local
laws. Store batteries away from children, in a cool & dry place and at room temperature.
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1.1.2.4 HDMI
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It is recommended that any HDMI cables used shall also be certified and of version 1.4 or
higher so as to utilize all available HDMI features of the system.
While connecting or disconnecting the HDMI cable make sure that Neo is powered off.
Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the rear of the player and the HDMI connector by checking
their shapes. Make sure the connector is not upside down or tilted.

Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cable when moving the devices.

Hold the HDMI connector straight when connecting or disconnecting the HDMI cable. Do not
twist or force the HDMI connector into the HDMI connector.

GUIDE TO PARTS & CONTROLS

2.1

Wireless Audio Console (Neo)

2.1.1

Front panel

Fluorescent display

IR sensor

Auxiliary Stereo input (3.5mm connector)

2.1.2

Rear panel

Optical input (TOS link cable)

Coaxial input (RCA cable)

HDMI input 1

HDMI input 2

HDMI input 3

Calibration input (to be used only during setup)

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HDMI output

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Subwoofer output (RCA cable)

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Power input

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FL/FR Stereo input (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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SL/SR Stereo input (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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C/SUBW Stereo input (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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BL/BR Stereo input (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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FL/FR Stereo output (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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SL/SR Stereo output (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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C/SUBW Stereo output (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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BL/BR Stereo output (3.5mm connector) for 8 channel analog

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COMM port (for debug only)

2.2

Remote control

1
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POWER

THUMBSTICK
(Up/Down/
Left/Right/OK)

Turns on Neo or turns it off into Standby

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Increase / Decrease Volume. Navigate display

menus and change system settings to your
preference.
Previous or next AV source

OK

Select

VOL + / ^
VOL - / v

MUTE/UNMUTE

Mute / Unmute audio volume

MENU

Enter / Exit Menu

2.2.1

Replacing Remote batteries

Open the battery compartment cover on the

back and install the battery matching correct
polarity (+ with + & - with -)

Use battery CR2025

Close the cover

2.3

Accessories

The following are provided along with Neo.

AC/DC power adaptor

HDMI cable

Remote control (with battery installed)

2.4

Speakers & Subwoofer to be used with Neo

2.4.1

Wireless Speakers

The main benefit of Violet home theater system is the flexible placement of speakers around the room
to produce Surround sound. The Violet system may have up to seven speakers (plus a subwoofer).
Each speaker is powered by its own amplifier channel inside the unit.

2.5

Wireless Subwoofer (QB3)

A subwoofer is designed to play only the lowest

frequencies (the bass). It augments satellite
speakers used for the other channels. You may
use two subwoofers for additional power and
even distribution of the sound.

2.5.1

Microphone

2.5.2

Available Speaker mounting accessories

Table mount

Wall mount

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Ceiling mount

INSTALLATION

3.1.1

Speaker Assembly (for Table mount)

3.1.2

Microphone Assembly

Step-1 :
Wings with cable : Insert Wing 1, 2
and 3 into the Bracket in the
sequence as shown in the figure
Step-2 :
Bracket : Insert the Cable through
the Bracket, Pipe, Coupler and
Base
Step-3 :
Pipe + Coupler + Base :
Tighten/Fix the Pipes to the
Bracket, Coupler and Base

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3.1.3

Subwoofer settings

Volume

Increase/Decrease as per custom preference (typically kept at

50)

Phase

To be kept at 0 degree

Crossover Frequency

To be kept 200 Hz

Standby Feature

To be switched to Forced On

Audio

In : Use only in case of Wired Subwoofer

Out : Use to connect extra Subwoofer

Mains voltage selector

switch

Keep it at 220V-240V for India, 110V-120V for US. For other

countries please check local power ratings.

Power

Switch to turn ON or OFF the Subwoofer

Power AC~

Mains input (use the chord supplied)

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3.2

Placement

All Violet speakers are identical and can be placed at any position. Speakers typically inherit the
channel names that they play in a home theater system.

3.2.1

Typical placement of a 5.1 system

3.2.2

Typical placement of a 7.1 system

Place Neo where it cannot be pushed, pulled or knocked down. Do not place it in an enclosed
cabinet.
Place Neo about a foot away from the TV. Do not place any other devices on top or below Neo.
Allow adequate ventilation space around. Also make sure that Neo is not directly on metal.
Place 3 speakers in the front, 2 (or 4) at the back, as far as possible in any of the possible
mounting positions.
Place the Microphone at center of the listening area with the MIC wings at ear-level.
Place the subwoofer at the corner of the room preferably in the front at least a meter away from
the TV.
To avoid magnetic interference or unwanted noise, never place Neo or Speakers too close to any
radiating devices (such as Microwave, Wireless routers, etc).

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3.3

Setup

3.3.1

MIC connection

3.4

Auto-calibration

Make sure
o
Speakers & Subwoofer are turned ON
o
No inputs are connected to Neo
o
Speakers are in Line of sight with Microphone
Turn ON Neo
Press the following sequence of buttons on the Remote and follow the display instructions.
Menu OK Up/Down till Calibrate OK.
Keep complete silence
After a while, the number of Speakers & Subwoofer that have been powered on will be
displayed. Please confirm pressing the OK key. Else press the MENU key and redo the
Calibration.
After this confirmation, the Speakers & Subwoofer would generate a set of sweep sound and the
number of speakers & subwoofer will be re-checked. If during this process any Speaker or
Subwoofer is not detected it is reported. Then please redo the Calibration.
After this confirmation, the Speakers & Subwoofer would generate another set of sweep sound
and follows it up with a period of silence during which the system would be completely
calibrated.
Information about the setup (speaker location, angle and distance) would now be available to
the user. Check them. If duplicate speakers are reported (eg: 2 Front left with same parameters),
then check that the MIC cable is inserted properly and RE-CALIBRATE.

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3.5

Cable connections& Source settings

3.5.1

HDMI (AV sources & TV have HDMI)

Up to 3 AV sources can be connected to Neo over HDMI and the HDMI output from Neo can be
connected to the TV.
NOTE: Make sure that the HDMI audio setting in your AV source is turned ON.

3.5.2

Coaxial

In case your AV source does not have HDMI output or you have more than 3 AV sources with HDMI
then the COAXIAL output can be connected to Neo. Video from the AV source can be connected to TV
over HDMI or via other connections like Composite or Component.
NOTE: If you have used HDMI to connect to TV make sure that the HDMI audio setting in your AV
source is turned OFF.

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3.5.3

Optical

In case your AV source does not have HDMI output or you have more than 3 AV sources with HDMI
then the OPTICAL output can be connected to Neo. Video from the AV source can be connected to TV
over HDMI or via other connections like Composite or Component.
NOTE: If you have used HDMI to connect to TV make sure that the HDMI audio setting in your AV
source is turned OFF.

3.5.4

HDMI ARC

In case your AV source for some reason is directly connected to TV (source not have any digital
output, USB connected to TV, internet content from smart TV, etc) there is a possibility of getting
audio from the TV to Neo via HDMI.
NOTE: For this your TV should support ARC and the HDMI port marked as ARC should be connected
to HDMI output of Neo.

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3.5.5

Aux (Stereo)

AV sources like Phone, MP3 players or other devices that give out Stereo audio can be connected to
Neo.

3.5.6

Analog (8 Channel)

Some legacy sources that only provide multichannel Analog outputs can be connected to Neo if the
optional Analog interface board is also purchased.

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3.5.7

Wired Subwoofer

A wired subwoofer can be used in case there is a need to use a third party subwoofer or even if there
is a need to boost up the subwoofer levels.

3.5.8

COMM (RJ11)

(For Debug purpose only, not to be connected)

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USAGE

Select a source and get immersed in true coherent 3D sound.

4.1
-

Menu navigation& Audio settings

MENU OK gives various options to customize the Home Theater to your preference. Inside the
Menu, the following options are valid.
MENU button takes back one level
OK either selects the current Menu option or shows Sub-Menu options
UP / DOWN allows scrolling between Menu / Sub-Menu options

Menu

Chose among various Preset equalizers or if you need a

custom setting on Bass, Mid or Treble
Chose among various Listening modes

Equalizer
Audio Mode
Small

Stage
Widening

Large

System info

Information about the system like number of Speakers,

their angles & distance, etc

Calibrate

For system calibration

Swap Center/Subw

To swap the input content on Center & Subwoofer

channels. This is required for some legacy AV sources
that dont adhere to standard channel lineup convention.

ON
OFF

HDMI-CEC
Restore Default
Equalizer

Audio Mode

Artificially widen the sound stage to create an illusion of

spaciousness or Surround

Off
Speech
Custom

To turn ON/OFF the CEC functionality over HDMI

Restores the Audio defaults of the system like Audio
mode, Bass level, etc
No preset equalizer
Equalizer preset for Speech

Front

Surround
Multi-Mono

Multi-Stereo

Bass
Mid
Treble

Custom settings of Equalizer

All output is directed to the front left/right/center speakers.

Low frequencies are directed to the subwoofer if one is
present. Select this mode when you wish to listen to a stereo
production, such as music CD without surround
enhancement.
Output is directed accordingly to different speakers. Select
this to reproduce the theater effect at home.
All output is directed to a single channel and that is played on
all speakers. Select this mode when you listen to talk shows
or news but want to cover a larger area or require higher
volume levels.
All input content of left channels are combined and directed
to all speakers on the left and all input content of right
channels are combined and directed to all speakers on the
right.

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4.2

Audio information

Neo supports only Dolby Digital and PCM formats of Audio. It is recommended that the AV source
settings are set to either Dolby Digital or to multi-channel PCM.

4.3

HDMI information

4.3.1

Recommendation

For using all supported features of the Violet system it is recommended that all devices (STB, DVD/BD
players, TV, etc) including cables are HDMI certified.

4.3.2

Connections

Refer to Section 3.5

4.3.3

Supported features

4.3.3.1 Control (CEC)

CEC stands for Consumer Electronics Control which allows HDMI devices to control each other.
Furthermore, it allows user to operate multiple HDMI devices (TV, DVD, Neo, etc) with just one
remote control.
The below operations can be performed on all devices connected via HDMI from a single remote (TV,
DVD, BD, STB)
Power up or put to Standby
Playback control (Play, Pause, Stop)
Volume control (Increase, Decrease, Mute, Unmute)
Menu navigation of AV source
Audio routing (TV speakers or Neo)

4.3.3.2 Audio return channel (ARC)

With Audio Return Channel Neo can receive audio on the HDMI out cable from a TV (with HDMI ARC)
that takes a non HDMI input without the need to connect the AV source to Neo.
This direction is used when the TV is the one that generates or receives the AV stream instead of Neo.
A typical case is the reception of ATSC or DVB signals by a TV. Without ARC, the audio output from the
TV needs to be routed by another cable, typically TOS-Link or Coaxial or RCA, into Neo.

4.3.3.3 HDMI Bypass to TV

HDMI audio can be played on (bypassed to) the TV speakers when Neo is put to Standby. This option
may be used when surround audio is not required. Bringing the Neo out of Standby brings the audio
back on the Neo speakers.

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5
5.1

TROUBLESHOOTING
Neo display errors

RE-CALIBRATE

System needs Calibration.

SPKR NOT FOUND

One or many of the Speakers or Subwoofer might be turned off or out of the
wireless range of Neo.

NEW SPKR FOUND

A new Speaker or Subwoofer might be added to the already Calibrated

system. This has to be followed with another Calibration.

CONNECT MIC

MIC not connected during Calibration or the MIC connector could be bad.

ROOM NOISE

Noise during Calibration

MIC ERROR

MIC could be faulty or there could be obstacles between the speakers and
the MIC.

SPKR/SUB VOL LOW

Speaker/Subwoofer could be turned off.

OR its volume could be low due to
obstacles between the speakers and the MIC
the room size being very large

SPKRVOL LOW

Speaker volume captured by the MIC could be low due to

obstacles between the speakers and the MIC
the room size being very large

SUB VOL LOW

Subwoofer volume captured by the MIC could be low due to

obstacles between the speakers and the MIC
the room size being very large
Increase the volume knob at the back of Subwoofer and Calibration could be
tried again.

5.2

Other common issues

SYMPTOM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

1. No AC power
Unit does not
function when main
power switch is
turned on

2. Incorrect power adaptor

3. Power adapter is non

functional
1. Lose input connections

No sound from any

speaker

2. Mute is on
3. Volume control is down
4. Incorrect AV source
settings

1. Secure all input and speaker

connections
2. Press Mute Button
3. Turn up volume control
4. In the source settings, HDMI Audio has
to be set to ON for the audio to come
over the HDMI connection. Note that
this may turn OFF the audio in the
digital output.

3. Incorrect Calibration

1. Select a mode other than Stereo

2. There is no Surround information,
could be a Mono source
3. Redo Calibration

No sound from
Center speaker only

Source has swapped Center

and Subwoofer content

Select the SWAP CNTR/SUBW option

under Menu

Unit does not

respond to remote
commands

1. Weak batteries in remote

2. Remote sensor is
obscured

1. Change remote batteries

2. Make certain front-panel sensor is in
line of sight of remote

1. There could be multiple

wireless devices turned
on close by

1. Make sure uncertified devices that

emit radiation (like Microwave) are
either not used (recommended) or
turned off or kept far away
2. Eliminate these obstacles and check
again. If eliminating these obstacles
are not possible then call customer
service.

No sound from
surround or Center
speakers

Audio drops or
breaks sometimes

Audio drops only on

HDMI input

1. Incorrect Surround mode

2. Input is Mono

1. Make certain AC power cord is

plugged into a live outlet& the outlet
switch is turned ON
2. Check if the power adaptor that came
with the system is used. If not check if
the power rating of the adaptor is
correct.
3. Replace the power adaptor with a new
one with the correct rating

2. There could be multiple

obstructions between the
Neo & the Speakers
(walls, cabinets, etc)
1. Bad HDMI cable
2. Radiation from HDMI
cable or TV is affecting
Violets Wireless. HDMI
being a high definition
interface carries high
amount of data at high
speed. Due to this there is
a possibility that there
could be radiations from
these devices.
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1. Replace the HDMI cables and check

2. Move Neo as far as possible from the
HDMI devices (TV, DVD, STB, etc)

SYMPTOM
No Surround effect
on HDMI whereas
Coaxial/Optical
gives Surround

No Audio/Video on
Speakers/TV

CAUSE

SOLUTION

This could be related to the

capability or setting of the
source device.
1. HDMI devices may not be
in sync
2. Incorrect HDMI cables or
connections

Pink/Green tint in
picture.
Blinking/Flashing
video.

HDCP related issue. HDMI

devices may not be in sync.

Audio & Video take

a while to come
when I change to
HDMI source

HDMI Sync can take between

2-10 seconds. This typically
depends on the TV. Newer
TVs will sync faster.

Only Stereo (2
channels)
displayed by Neo

1. Incorrect AV source
setting
2. If your AV source is a
PC/MAC it could be a
driver issue
3. Audio format
incompatibility

Please refer section 3.5 and also check the

user manual of your source device.

1. Restart the HDMI devices, your AV

source first. If that does not solve the
issue then the TV also.
2. Power off the units, disconnect and
reconnect the HDMI cables.
1. Restart the HDMI devices, your AV
source first. If that does not solve the
issue then the TV also.
2. Power off the units, disconnect and
reconnect the HDMI cables.

1. Check the AV source settings and set it

to Multi-Channel.
2. Update the PC/MAC driver. Check the
PC/MAC soundcard specification.
3. Neo supports only Dolby Digital and
PCM formats of Audio. It is
recommended that the AV source
settings are set to either Dolby Digital
or to multi-channel PCM.

Only Stereo (2
channels)
displayed by Neo
when streaming
Youtube, Netflix
and other content
from Internet

1. YouTube & most content

on Netflix stream only 2
channels audio.
2. A lot of downloaded
movie content carries
only 2-channel audio.

Only 2 channels of
audio from
satellite/cable TV
set top box

Even though the channel is

HD the content playing at
that time need not always
broadcast 6 channels of
audio. This is true with Music
TV channels has the content
is from heterogeneous
sources.

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If you are sure that the content from the

HD channel has 6 channels of audio make
sure that the STBs audio settings have
been set to Dolby Digital or Bitstream and
not PCM. This is true regardless of the
content being played out via digital
coax/optical or HDMI

5.3

FAQ

Q. Traditional surround sound systems require precise positioning of speakers to get the right
surround sound effect. How can you achieve a surround sound effect without fixed positioning
of speakers? Is there any suggested placement of the speakers?
Traditional surround sound system work on a so called intensity principle. A surround sound
recording specifies the direction each individual audio channel should come from. Traditional
systems rely on placing each speaker in precisely that direction at a specified distance. Violet3D
makes a remarkable departure from this philosophy. By using omni-polar speakers it creates unique
wave-fronts - one wave-front from one direction for one channel using ALL the available speakers.
Hence it can create surround effect without need for precise positioning of speakers. We suggest
placing three speakers in the front and two in the back as far apart from each other as possible.
Q. Other surround sound systems require you to first determine a seating position where the
best sound will be heard. How can you achieve a surround sound effect throughout the room?
Traditional surround sound systems use highly directional speakers and create a focused beam of
sound targeted at a particular listening position which is why they require you to specify a listening
position and work primarily around that.
Violet3D works on the principle of creating wave-fronts which simulates the effect of sound coming
from further way that it actually is By use of this technology, we are able to create a 3D sound bubble
throughout your room.
Q. I am being told that is there is no good surround sound system which is wireless. How good
is your system?
Creating a high fidelity (hi-fi) surround sound system using wireless technology has been a big
challenge. Creating compelling and coherent surround sound requires a high degree of
synchronization between the speakers (jitter) and very low time delay (latency) between the source
and the speakers. This is typically achieved by a high quality AVR and high quality wires. Dolby
recommends end-to-end latency of 20 milliseconds. Human ears are sensitive to any jitter in range of
20 microseconds.
We have developed a wireless technology coupled with our space sensing microphone which allows
us to provide flawless full digital uncompressed transmission of multichannel audio with low latency
(13 milliseconds) and low jitter (200 picoseconds) eliminating the need for expensive AVRs and
wires.
Q. I have heard that the room plays a very important role in quality of sound. What are room
requirements for your system? What size of room does your system cover?
Violet3D 5.1/7.1 surround sound system has been designed for a room size of 700 sq feet
(approximately 7000 cubic feet of volume). We have no particular requirements for your room.

Q. Why hasnt anyone else made a system like yours?

To make Violet3D possible, various technologies had to come together high end digital signal
processing, high quality wireless and high quality class-d amplifiers.
There has also been research and advances have been made in human perception of sound and
creation of surround sound, such as ambisonics and wavefield synthesis which are a drastic
departure from older methods of creating surround sound.
Our team of 35 people have worked on this product for well over three years to make this a reality.
Q. Does your wireless have interference from radio frequencies of cell/cordless phones,
microwave ovens and Wi-Fi routers?
Our wireless technology is designed to happily co-exist with other wireless systems. Our system is
intelligent and uses our patented space sensing microphone technology. Our microphone not only
measures room characteristics to give you a theater in your living room, but also the speakers
characteristics in the room and where they have been placed. Additionally, our speakers have a two
way wireless communication path with Neo and hence we are able to switch our wireless frequency
bands and also dynamically adapt power from our Neo to our Speakers/Subwoofer to avoid any
interference. By eliminating wires, we eliminate any pickup from other radio emitting devices that
normally cause your audio systems to spur pat pat sound when your phone rings. We have tested the
system with 5 wireless routers, 2 cordless phones, and tens of cell phones and microwave oven.
Q. Will Vioilet3d harm my health?
The emission of our product is same as any other Wi-Fi router in your home. We use wireless chips
that are FCC compliant.
Q. What is the range of wireless? Can I put additional speakers in the bathroom?
Our wireless range is 45 meters when Neo and speakers are in line of sight. As with any typical Wi-Fi
router the wireless range drops when you have walls between Neo and the Speaker. The construction
of your walls determines the drop in the range. Wooden and hollow walls are much more forgiving
than the steel and concrete houses in some parts of the world. We suggest you ask your dealer to test
the system in your home and verify before using the system as a multi-zone product. However please
note that if Speakers come in contact with water there could be permanent damage.
Q. How many speakers I can play with single Neo? How can I use it in commercial application?
Neo can connect up to 21 speakers. For commercial application, we suggest you put one speaker
every 6 to 8 feet.
Q. Why do you call your system wireless when it still has power wires?
We transmit audio signals wirelessly from your device to the speakers. However, speakers, like many
other wireless devices, consume power and hence have to be plugged in to a power source - just like
your light bulb. In Violet, you can put in speakers wherever you have power outlets, just the way you
do it for creating light in your room.

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Q. What is the power consumption? Does electrical noise other appliance affect the system?
Can your system work on invertors or generator? Can your system handle power fluctuations?
Continuous power consumption of each speaker when turned on full volume is in the range of 7W and
that of the subwoofer is 20W. When Neo is switched off, the power consumption of each device falls
below 1W. Home appliances such as ACs, grinders, refrigerators, microwave ovens or vacuum
cleaners do have an effect on quality of Violet. Violet is designed to handle 15% fluctuation in voltage
and is designed to protect brief surges. Given the very poor power regulation conditions in India, we
strongly recommend switching off the system during power outage or when not in use.
Q. Do I need to switch off each speaker when I am not listening?
While it is not required to switch off each speaker, due to high voltage fluctuations and large spikes in
certain countries we advise customers to turn off the speakers and Neo.
Q. If I buy a 2.1, can I expand it to 5.1 and later to 7.1?
Yes. You can buy three additional speakers from your dealer who will tell you how you can configure
them and attached them to your existing 2.1 system.
Q. How can your small speaker produce hi-fi sound?
We use digital signal processing along with a uniquely designed amplifier to give you a hi-fi sound and
loudness from small speakers.
Q. What benefit do I have using the HDMI input / output?
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact interface to transfer digital Audio Video
data across HDMI compliant devices. It also allows HDMI devices to control each other thereby
reducing the need for multiple remotes. Refer section 4.3 for more information. We suggest you to
check on the internet to know more about it.

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6.1

SPECIFICATION
Wireless Speakers

Driver
Sensitivity
Max SPL
Amplifier
Frequency Range
Operational Voltage
Surge Protection
Diffuser Pattern
Mounting Options
Knobs
Size
Weight
Color
Body

6.2

Wireless Audio Console

Audio Inputs (back)

Audio Inputs (front)
Other Inputs
Power Input
Output
Size
Color
Body
Weight
HDMI

6.3

2.1 full range

87 dB SPL, 1 Watt power at 1 meter
96 dB SPL at 1 meter
40W RMS
160Hz (-3dB) to 22kHz
180V to 250V 50/60Hz AC (India)
1kV
Omni directional
Table top, Wall mount, In-ceiling
None
4.2 Dia, 6.5 Height (without base)
600g
Brushed Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum

3 x HDMI, 1 x Coax ,1 x Optical

1 x 3.5 mm Stereo Jack
Microphone, 3.5mm
6V DC
1 x RCA Subwoofer, 1 x HDMI
280 x 170 x 60 mm
Black
Painted Plastic
750gm
Version 1.4 with CEC & ARC support and 3D bypass

Wireless Subwoofer

System Sensitivity
System Frequency Range
Inputs
Outputs
Lf Driver
Passive Radiator
Amplifier Output Power
Amplifier Type
Phase Control
LED
Crossover Frequency
Cabinet Size
Color

92 db (20 mv@1m)
43-160 Hz @ -3db
39-200 Hz @ -6db
35-250 Hz @ -10db
L+R RCA Line in, Sub in
L+R RCA Line out
1 * 6.25, inverted NBR surround
1 * 6.25, inverted NBR surround
200 Watt @100Hz, THD<1%
Class-D
Yes
Yes, Blue
50-200 Hz & Bypass
210*210*210 mm
Black Vinyl Wrap
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6.4

Accessories

6.4.1

Base (optional)

Size
Weight
Body

6.4.2

Dia 4.2 X Height 3.9

600g
Brushed Aluminum

Wall Mount (optional)

Size
Weight
Body

6.4.3
Protocol
Buttons
Range
Size
Weight
Color
Body

4.3 X 3.11
200g
Chrome Steel

Remote Control
Infra Red, NEC
8 buttons
Power, Volume +/-, Source +/-, Mute/Unmute, OK, Menu
25 ft
5.3 X 1.9
50g
Black
Plastic

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7.1.1

WARRANTY
Limited warranty

SNAP Networks warrants that your product hardware shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship for one year, beginning from the date of purchase. Except where prohibited by
applicable law, this warranty is non transferable and is limited to the original purchaser. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary under local law.
This warranty does not cover problems or damage resulting from
Accident, lightning, water, re, heat, abuse, and misapplication or any unauthorized repair,
modification or disassembly
Improper operation or maintenance, usage not in accordance with product instructions or
connection to improper voltage supply
The serial number is deleted, defaced or altered
Use of consumables, such as replacement batteries, not supplied by SNAP Networks except
where such restriction is prohibited by applicable law.

7.1.2

Remedies

SNAP Networks entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be at
company option, to repair or replace the hardware, provided that the hardware is returned to the
point of purchase or such other place as SNAP Networks may direct with a copy of the sales receipt
and/or local warranty card. Shipping and handling charges may apply except where prohibited by
applicable law. SNAP Networks may at its option, use new or refurbished or used parts in good
working condition to repair or replace any hardware product. Any replacement hardware product
will be warranted for at least the remainder of the warranty period.

7.1.3

How to obtain warranty support

Before submitting warranty claim, we recommend you visit the support section at
http://www.violet3d.com for technical assistance. Valid warranty claims are generally processed
through the point of purchase during the first one year after purchase; however, this period of time
may vary depending on where you purchased your product please check with SNAP Networks or
the retailer where you purchased your product for details.
Warranty claims that cannot be processed through the point of purchase and any other product
related questions should be addressed directly to the company. The addresses and customer service
contact information for SNAP Networks can be found in the documentation accompanying your
product and on the web at http://www.violet3d.com.

7.1.4

Limitation of liability

SNAP Networks shall not be liable for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages
whatsoever, including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue or data (whether direct or indirect)
or commercial loss for breach of any express or implied warranty on your product even if SNAP
Networks has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

7.1.5

Duration of implied warranties

Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this hardware product is limited in duration to
the applicable limited warranty period for your product. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

7.1.6

National statutory rights

Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer
goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties in this Limited Warranty.
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7.1.7

No other warranties

None of the SNAP Networks dealers, a gents, or employees are authorized to make any modification,
extension or addition to this warranty.

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SNAP Networks Pvt. Ltd.

#294/22, 7th Cross, Jayanagar 1st Block, Bangalore 560011, INDIA
Phone: +91 80 26560318 / +91 80 26560256
Email: info@snap-networks.com
Web: www.snap-networks.com