Adaptive Sound Sleep Therapy SystemTM

Owners Manual
- Getting Started - Product Features - Technical Reference - Warranty Information

2011 Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc.

To Our Customers, Thank you and congratulations on your purchase from Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. (ASTI). You now own the highest-quality sleep sound machine on the market today with two unique features: the ability to listen to the noise in your environment and adapt its output accordingly, and the ability to create dynamic sound compositions that do not repeat. This unit is the result of efforts by sleep, audio, electronics, and software specialists. Natural sound ecosystems were captured with high quality recording equipment and then reproduced using the latest in advanced electronics. This convenient package, with an attractive design, will provide you with a truly enjoyable listening experience whenever you wish to sleep, read, or relax. If you have any suggestions, or ideas how we can make our products better, please let us know.

Sam J. Nicolino Jr. Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. President and CEO 1-408-377-3411 [email protected] http://www.soundofsleep.com/

Write down your Serial Number:

Record your serial number here. You can find it on the bottom of the unit. Refer to these numbers whenever you contact ASTI this product. Model Number: ASM1002 Serial Number: _________________________________ Date of Purchase: _______________________________

Protect your warranty:

Please complete your warranty registration on-line at: http://soundofsleep.com/warranty-registration-form/ or call 1-888-502-3815 and ask for Product Registration.

Contents
Owners Manual .............................................................. 1 Getting Started................................................................ 4 What is Special About this Machine?............................ 5
Adaptive Mode ........................................................................ 5 Richness.................................................................................. 5 Using Richness and Adaptive Features .................................. 6

Useful Features............................................................... 6
Sleep Timer ............................................................................. 6 Display On/Off ......................................................................... 7 Headphones ............................................................................ 7

Technical Information..................................................... 8
Specifications .......................................................................... 8 How to Restore the Factory Settings ...................................... 8 Trouble Shooting ..................................................................... 8 Customer Support ................................................................... 8

Safety, Warranty, and Certifications.............................. 9

Safety Instructions................................................................... 9 30-Day Money Back Guarantee ............................................ 10 One Year Limited Warranty................................................... 10 FCC Declaration.................................................................... 12

Getting Started
Unpack the box, which contains:
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Adaptive Sound Sleep Therapy System Power supply User manual (this document)

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Connect Power The power jack is

located on the bottom of the Sleep Therapy System. Push the power supply plug into the jack, slip the cord into the channel along the bottom of the unit, and connect the AC plug into an un-switched wall outlet. The system may take up to 20 seconds to initialize.

Turn on the Sleep Therapy System Press the Power

button. The unit will start playing immediately. The unit may be turned Off with the Power button, or the Sleep Timer button (see page 6). Note: Out of the box, the unit starts in Adaptive mode with full Richness. (These are explained in the next section.) After that, the unit will retain the last settings used when you last powered it off.

Rotate the Dial to select a SoundStory, and adjust the Volume

with the Up/Down buttons.

POWER

DISPLAY

VOLUME

Power On/Off

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TIMER
30 60 90 120

CITY RAINFALL

Volume Up Down

TRAIN

SoundStories

MEADOW

OCEAN

BROOK MEDITATION WHITE NOISE

FIREPLACE WATERFALL

ADAPTIVE

RICHNESS

Adaptive Mode On/Off

Richness Level (press to select)

ADAPTIVE

RICHNESS

Light means Adaptive is On

2 lights: High 1 light: Medium No lights: Low

What is Special About this Machine?

Adaptive Mode
The Sleep Therapy System can adapt to noise in your room. It has a microphone that listens for disruptive noises and raises the volume and/or adds enhancing sounds (richness) to the SoundStory. The Adaptive button switches between Adaptive mode On and Off. The light next to the Adaptive button is lit when Adaptive mode is On. When Adaptive mode is Off the unit is in Manual mode, and will not change its volume in response to noise. Instead, it will keep a constant volume set by the Volume Up/Down buttons. However, it will continue to add richness to the SoundStories.

Richness
Richness adds character to each SoundStory by dynamically mixing sounds to keep them interesting and avoid becoming repetitive. Richness controls how these extra sounds are mixed. Richness can be set to 3 levels: High With Richness on High, the SoundStories are the most complex. For example, in the Ocean setting, the sound of a fog horn or barking sea lion will occasionally be heard. In the Rain setting, a thunderclap will occasionally be heard. Medium In the Medium setting, only more moderate sounds will be incorporated into the SoundStory. Additional sounds such as bird calls, will be played, but they will occur less often. Low In the Low setting, the SoundStory will play at its most moderate level. For example, in the Ocean setting, only waves will be in the SoundStory. Note: the Fan SoundStory will be played, when the Waterfall SoundStory is selected in the Low Richness.

Using Richness and Adaptive Features

The Richness and Adaptive buttons allow the unit to be customized to suit each personal preference and situation. You might prefer a quiet, steady sound and may not use the Adaptive feature, especially if there is little noise, or steady noise, in your environment. Or, you might need the masking that Adaptive provides, or prefer a more lively sound created by the higher levels of Richness. Experiment to find the settings you like best. Note: When setting the volume in Adaptive Mode you are actually setting the maximum volume it can reach when it detects a loud noise. If it seems too quiet when it is quiet in your room, turn it up! This table provides a starting point for people new to this product:
Environment Sleeping, quiet room Sleeping, noisy room Reading or Studying, quiet room Reading or Studying, noisy room Used as a background sound for guests or conversation Adaptive Off On Off On Off Richness Low Low-Med Low Med-High High

Useful Features
Sleep Timer
Turning on the unit with the Power Button enables continuous play, the optional Sleep Timer sets the unit to play for some number of minutes and then shut off. The time interval can be set to 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Turning the unit Off with the Power Button clears the Sleep Timer setting. If the unit is Off and you press the Timer Button, the unit will turn On and the sleep timer will be set to 30 minutes. Pressing the Timer button again will advance the timer to the next interval.

Lights On/Off
POWER DISPLAY VOLUME

Sleep Timer

TIMER

30 60 90 120

Set unit to auto-shutoff in 30, 60, 90, or 120 min. No light means that the unit will continue to play.

Display On/Off
The Display button turns the front panel lights On/Off. Note: If the display is Off and any setting is changed, the lights will come back on for 15 seconds and then go off again. (Note, that hitting the Power button when the unit is On and the display is Off, will immediately turn the unit Off.)

Headphones
A standard 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack is located on the lower right side of the Sleep Therapy System. (Headphones not supplied.) Any ordinary set of headphones may be used. Please note that when the headphones are plugged in, the units speakers are disabled. Note: When using the headphones, Adaptive Mode will continue to respond to noise in the room. CAUTION: Avoid using headphones at high volume levels. Prolonged exposure to high sound pressure levels may impair hearing.

Using With an Amplified Audio System

The headphone jack can be used to connect the unit to the Line In of an external sound system, such as a home stereo, home theatre system, or computer add-on speakers.

Software Licensing
The Software contained in the ASTI Adaptive Sound Sleep Therapy System is licensed to you, not sold to you. This is only to protect our intellectual property and has no affect on you whatsoever. For details of the Software licensing agreement please go to: http://www.soundofsleep.com/sw-license-agreement

Technical Information
Specifications
SoundStories Speaker Compensation Headphone Jack Power Requirements 10 5-band parametric EQ 3.5 mm stereo 5V, 500 mA DC

How to Restore the Factory Settings

(This sets the unit back to its original condition fresh out of the box. ) First turn unit Off. Then press the Power button and hold until the LEDs blink (about 5 seconds.)

Trouble Shooting
If your unit exhibits a problem, try the appropriate below actions to resolve the problem.
SYMPTOM No operation when power switch is pressed. POSSIBLE CAUSE Disconnected power plug. SOLUTION Check the power connection on the bottom of the unit and at the wall outlet. Be sure that both are firmly seated. Move the unit to an un-switched outlet. Move to a working outlet and power on again. First power off the unit, then press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds. Press or hold Volume Up button to increase volume. 1) Unplug power adapter from the AC outlet 2) Press and hold the Power Button down while plugging power adapter back into AC outlet. 3) Continue to hold power button down for 5 seconds. 4) Repeat 1-3 up to three more times if unit does not turn on.

Unit is connected to a switched wall outlet. Faulty wall outlet. System needs to be reset. Unit is On, but no sound is heard. Other unexpected behavior. Volume is set too low. Try the factory reset procedure.

Customer Support
If you have problems or questions, please contact Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. 1-408-377-3411 ([email protected])

Safety, Warranty, and Certifications

Safety Instructions
Read and adhere to all safety and operating instructions before use. Keep this booklet for future reference. 1. The unit should be cleaned regularly with a soft, dry cloth. The grill may be vacuumed to remove excessive dust or particle build-up. Do not use any liquids or sprays (including solvents, chemicals or alcohol) or abrasives to clean. Be careful not to have liquid or particulate material enter the microphone opening that is just above the Adaptive button. The unit should not be used near water, such as a bathtub, swimming pool, faucet or basin to avoid electrocution. Be careful to avoid dropping objects or spilling liquids onto the unit. If liquid is spilled on the unit, unplug and turn it upside down immediately. Allow it to dry thoroughly before plugging it into a wall outlet again. Following these instructions does not ensure that the unit will be operational. Do not reach for the unit if it has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately at the wall outlet and drain water if at all possible before retrieving the unit. The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing this unit in areas that are exposed to intense direct sunlight or close to heat-radiating products such as electric heaters. Do not place unit on top of stereo equipment that radiates heat. Avoid placing in areas that are dusty, humid and moist, lack ventilation or are subject to constant vibration. This unit may be subject to interference from external sources such as transformers, electric motors or other electronic devices. To avoid distortion from such sources, place the unit as far away from them as possible. Do not apply excessive force when using any switches or controls. The unit should only be used with the power supply provided. Power cords should be routed to avoid being walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Unplug the power cord from the outlet when the unit is unused for long periods of time or when moving the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself beyond what is described in the operating instructions.

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One Year Limited Warranty

Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc., hereinafter referred to as ASTI, warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (Warranty Period). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, ASTI will either 1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product with a current product that is close in functionality to the original product. A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance with instructions provided by ASTI, is covered by the remaining warranty of the original purchase. When a product or part is exchanged, the replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes ASTIs property. Obtaining Service: To obtain warranty service call ASTI at 1-408-377-3411. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service and the nature of the problem. All repairs and replacements must be authorized in advance by ASTI. A purchase receipt must accompany all returns. Service options, parts availability and response times will vary. You are responsible for shipping and the cost of shipping the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our instructions. Limits and Exclusions: Coverage under this Limited Warranty is restricted to the continental United States of America; not including the District of Columbia, the U.S. Territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only to the Sleep Therapy System, and the included Power Supply. It does NOT apply to any bundled nonASTI components or products. This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions relating to products use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of ASTI; d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; or g) any and all pre-existing conditions that occur prior to the effective date of this Limited Warranty relating to any product sold as is including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items.

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ADAPTIVE SOUND TECHNOLOGIES, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ASTI DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF ASTI CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or the length of an implied warranty. As a consequence, some of the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to buyers residing in those states. This warranty grants specific legal rights to buyers, but other rights may also be granted which vary from state to state.

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FCC Declaration
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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the one to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: ASTI Sleep Sound Therapy System Model Name: ASM1002 Responsible Party: Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. Address: 1475 South Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008 USA Telephone Number: 1 408 377-3411 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

2011 Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Adaptive Sound, Adaptive Sound Sleep Therapy System, Ecotones, Adaptive Sound Technologies, the ASTI logo, and SoundStory are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. All other marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Use of this product is protected by one or more of US patent #5781640 and other US and international patents. Additional patents pending.

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