Features
2.1Ch Speaker System: The Kicker Amphitheater BT2 (41iK5BT2) employs
two 0.75" dome tweeters, two 5" midrange drivers, and a 6" square subwoofer
powered by a 50W amplifier with digital signal processing (DSP) for room filling
full-range sound with dynamic bass response. Your able to adjust Bass & Treble from the included remote control, as well
as select a Preset EQ or fine tune the 8-Band EQ from the KickStart app on your
compatible Apple iOS or Android device. There's even a Spatialization feature
that produces a wider soundstage.
Bluetooth Audio Streaming: The Kicker Amphitheater BT2
features built-in Bluetooth for wireless connection of your Bluetooth-enabled
Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Blackberry, Windows PC, Mac
computer, or other Bluetooth-enabled device. You'll be able to wirelessly stream
stored music and music apps on your compatible Bluetooth-enabled device to the
Amphitheater BT2. You will also be able to control basic playback functions such
as Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Reverse, and Previous/Next Track from the included
IR remote. Up to 5 devices can be paired to the system, but only one can be used
at a time for playback.
Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some
Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may
not support all features when used with the Kicker Amphitheater BT2
(41iK5BT2).
iPod/iPhone Direct Connection via USB: The Amphitheater BT2 features a
rear-panel USB port which supports connection of select Apple iPod, iPhone, and
iPad devices. Simply connect your Apple device use the dock or Lightning cable
that came with your device. You'll be able to listen to stored music and music
apps on your connected Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad through the Kicker speaker system.
Basic playback control (such as Play/Pause, FW/RW, Previous/Next Track) can be
done from the system's remote control. Advance music navigation and song/artist
information will still be handled by your iPod, iPhone, or iPad. The speaker
system will also charge your Apple device's battery while its connected via USB
(5V/1A).
Note: This USB port does not support USB thumbdrives, Android smartphone,
or other USB storage devices. The USB port (5V/1A) will however charge the battery of your
connected smartphone device.
Apple Device Compatibility Chart: The Kicker Amphitheater BT2 is "Made
for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod and iPhone models
(as of 9/25/2014):
Apple Device | Generation | Tested Version | Connection Type | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge |
Bluetooth |
USB | Audio | Video | Remote | iPod/iPhone | KickStart App | Artist/Song Text | Track Info |
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
3G | 4.2.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
3GS | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
4 | 7.1.2 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
4S | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
5/5C/5S | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
6/6+ | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
4th | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
5th | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
nano |
3rd | 1.1.3 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
4th | 1.0.4 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
5th | 1.0.2 | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
6th | 1.2 PC | N | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
7th | 1.02PC | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | Y |
iPad | 1 | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | N |
2/3 | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | N |
4/air | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | N |
mini | 8.0 | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this
doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.
Aux Input: The Kicker Amphitheater BT2 system is fitted with
a 3.5mm auxiliary input that provides connection and playback of non-Bluetooth
audio devices with a headphone jack or analog audio output.
KickStart App: Download the free
KickStart app onto
your Apple iOS (6.0+) or Android (2.1+) device from
iTunes or
GooglePlay to enhance your experience with the Kicker Amphitheater BT2
system over Bluetooth. The KickStart app features 4 screens that allow you to adjust parameters
of the system with your Apple iOS or Android device's touchscreen.
- 8-Band EQ + Spatializer: The KickStart app lets you
easily customize the Amphitheater BT2's audio with a variety of EQ presets
(Kicker EQ, Rock/Pop, Rap/HipHop, or Jazz/Classical). You can also further
fin tuner the system's audio performance by adjusting the 8-band EQ
(80/100/250/500/1k/5k/10k/16k Hz) and storing up to 4 User presets. In
addition, The Spatialization feature makes the stereo field wider and
increases the surround ambience.
- Social Media Sharing: You also gain social-media
integration that allows you to brag to all of your Facebook friends about
what you are listening to on the Amphitheater BT2 system.
- Bluetooth Features: The app also contains
Bluetooth-specific features to further simplify wireless audio streaming.
Auto Connect lets the Kicker system automatically connect to your paired
Bluetooth-device when you're in range for music streaming. After your
Bluetooth device is connected, Auto Play will begin playing exactly
where you last left off. The Priority List shows all Bluetooth
devices that are paired with the Kicker system and the order of priority.
IR Remote: The Amphitheater BT2 comes with an IR remote
control for wireless operation of the system. You can control the system's Power
On/Off, Volume Up/Down, Mute, and Bass/Treble. You'll also be able to control
basic playback functions of your Bluetooth-connected devices, like Play/Pause,
Fast Forward/Reverse, and Previous/Next Track. The speaker system also features
top-panel controls that consist of Power/On Off, Source, Pair, Volume Up/Down,
and Mute.
AC Power Adapter: The Kicker Amphitheater BT2 system
operates off of standard household current using the included AC power adapter &
cord.
- Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz,
1.5A
- Output: 24V - 2900mA, 69.6W
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