Introduction
This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation of your Altec Lansing IMW478s Mini LifeJacket-3 Bluetooth Speaker. The Mini LifeJacket-3 is a rugged, compact, and waterproof portable speaker designed for various environments. It features Bluetooth wireless connectivity, True Wireless Stereo Plus pairing, an onboard microphone for hands-free communication, and a built-in power bank.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using the speaker and retain it for future reference.
Пакеттин мазмуну
- Altec Lansing IMW478s Mini LifeJacket-3 Bluetooth Speaker
- USB заряддоо кабели
- Көмөкчү (AUX) кабели
- Кронштейн орнотуу
- Ыкчам баштоо колдонмосу (бул колдонмодо камтылган эмес)
Продукт бүттүview
Speaker Layout

Сүрөт 1: Алдыңкы view of the Altec Lansing IMW478s Mini LifeJacket-3 Bluetooth Speaker, showcasing its rugged design and speaker grilles.
Башкаруу каражаттары жана көрсөткүчтөр

2-сүрөт: Жогорку view of the speaker, illustrating the control buttons. These typically include Power, Bluetooth Pairing, Volume Up/Next Track, Volume Down/Previous Track, and Play/Pause/Call Answer buttons.
- Кубат баскычы: Press and hold to turn the speaker On or Off.
- Bluetooth баскычы: Bluetooth жупташтыруу режимине кирүү үчүн басыңыз.
- Volume Up (+)/Next Track Button: Press to increase volume; press and hold to skip to the next track.
- Volume Down (-)/Previous Track Button: Press to decrease volume; press and hold to go to the previous track.
- Ойнотуу/Тындыруу/Чакыруу баскычы: Press to play or pause audio; press to answer or end a call.
- LED көрсөткүчү: Displays power status, charging status, and Bluetooth pairing status.
Порттар

3-сүрөт: Каптал view of the speaker revealing the protective flap covering the USB OUT (5V), AUX IN, and DC IN (5V) ports.
- DC IN (5V) Port: Берилген USB кабелин колдонуп, динамикти кубаттоо үчүн.
- AUX кирүү порту: For connecting external audio devices via a 3.5mm auxiliary cable.
- USB OUT (5V) Port: Functions as a power bank to charge other portable devices.
Жайгашуу
Баштапкы заряддоо
- Биринчи колдонуудан мурун динамикти толук заряддаңыз.
- Динамиктин капталындагы коргоочу жапкычты ачыңыз.
- Connect the small end of the USB charging cable to the DC IN (5V) port on the speaker.
- USB кабелинин чоң учун USB кубат адаптерине (кошулмада жок) же компьютердин USB портуна туташтырыңыз.
- The LED indicator will show charging status (e.g., solid red while charging, off when fully charged). Charging typically takes a few hours.
- Once fully charged, disconnect the cable and securely close the protective flap to maintain waterproofing.
Күйгүзүү/өчүрүү
- To power on: Press and hold the Power button until the LED indicator lights up and you hear an audible prompt.
- To power off: Press and hold the Power button until the LED indicator turns off and you hear an audible prompt.
Иштөө нускамалары
Bluetooth Жупташтыруу
- Ensure the speaker is powered on and within 30 feet (10 meters) of your Bluetooth device.
- The speaker will automatically enter Bluetooth pairing mode when powered on for the first time, or if no device is connected. The LED indicator will flash blue. If already connected, press the Bluetooth button to enter pairing mode.
- Түзмөгүңүздө Bluetooth'ду иштетүү (смартфон, планшет, компьютер).
- Издөө "Mini LifeJacket 3" in your device's Bluetooth settings.
- Select "Mini LifeJacket 3" to connect. Once paired, the LED indicator will turn solid blue, and you will hear a confirmation tone.
- Эгер жупташуу ишке ашпай калса, динамик менен түзмөгүңүздүн Bluetooth'ун өчүрүп, андан кийин кадамдарды кайталаңыз.
Аудио ойнотуу
- Ойнотуу/тындыруу: Play/Pause баскычын басыңыз.
- Үндү көзөмөлдөө: Үндү жогорулатуу (+) же үндү азайтуу (-) баскычтарын басыңыз.
- Кийинки трек: Үндү жогорулатуу (+) баскычын басып, кармап туруңуз.
- Мурунку трек: Үндү азайтуу (-) баскычын басып, кармап туруңуз.
Чалууларды башкаруу
- Чалууга жооп берүү/аяктоо: Press the Play/Pause/Call button.
- Чакырууну четке кагуу: Press and hold the Play/Pause/Call button.
True Wireless Stereo Plus Pairing (TWS)
The Mini LifeJacket-3 supports TWS pairing, allowing you to connect two Mini LifeJacket-3 speakers for a stereo audio experience.
- Ensure both Mini LifeJacket-3 speakers are powered on and not connected to any Bluetooth device.
- On one speaker (this will be the primary speaker), press and hold the Bluetooth button for 3 seconds until you hear a tone indicating TWS pairing mode.
- The primary speaker will automatically search for the second speaker.
- Once connected, you will hear a confirmation tone, and the LED indicators on both speakers will show a solid blue light.
- Now, connect your Bluetooth device to the primary speaker as described in the "Bluetooth Pairing" section. Audio will play through both speakers in stereo.
Көмөкчү киргизүү (AUX)
Bluetooth мүмкүнчүлүгү жок түзмөктөн аудио ойнотуу үчүн:
- Динамиктин капталындагы коргоочу жапкычты ачыңыз.
- Connect one end of the 3.5mm auxiliary cable to the AUX IN port on the speaker.
- Кабелдин экинчи учун аппаратыңыздын гарнитура уячасына же аудио чыгышына туташтырыңыз.
- Динамик автоматтык түрдө AUX режимине өтөт.
- Туташкан түзмөгүңүздөн ойнотууну жана үндү башкаруу.
- Remember to close the protective flap when not in use.
Power Bank функциясы
The Mini LifeJacket-3 can be used to charge other USB-powered devices.
- Динамиктин капталындагы коргоочу жапкычты ачыңыз.
- Connect your device's USB charging cable to the USB OUT (5V) port on the speaker.
- The speaker's internal battery will begin charging your device.
- Note that using the power bank function will deplete the speaker's battery.
- Remember to close the protective flap when not in use.
Спикерди заряддоо
The Mini LifeJacket-3 provides up to 16 hours of battery life on a full charge. When the battery is low, the LED indicator may flash, or you may hear an audible low battery warning.
To charge the speaker, follow the steps outlined in the "Initial Charging" section under Setup. Ensure the protective flap is securely closed after charging to maintain the speaker's waterproof integrity.
Waterproofing and Care
The Altec Lansing IMW478s Mini LifeJacket-3 is rated IP67 Waterproof, Dustproof, and Shockproof, and it floats. This means it can be submerged in water up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) for up to 30 minutes.

Figure 4: The Mini LifeJacket-3 speaker floating on the surface of water, demonstrating its waterproof and buoyant design.
Important Waterproofing Notes:
- Always ensure the protective flap covering the charging and AUX ports is securely closed before exposing the speaker to water or dust.
- Do not submerge the speaker in water deeper than 1 meter or for longer than 30 minutes.
- Rinse the speaker with fresh water after exposure to saltwater or chlorinated water, then dry thoroughly.
- Динамикти экстремалдуу температурага дуушар кылуудан алыс болуңуз.
Техникалык тейлөө
- Тазалоо: жумшак колдонуу, damp cloth to clean the speaker. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
- Сактагыч: Store the speaker in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. If storing for an extended period, charge the battery periodically to maintain its health.
- Портка кам көрүү: Ensure the charging and AUX ports are free of debris before connecting cables. Always close the protective flap when not in use.
Проблемаларды чечүү
| Көйгөй | Мүмкүн себеп | Чечим |
|---|---|---|
| Динамик күйбөйт. | Батарея түгөнүп калды. | Динамикти толук заряддаңыз. |
| Bluetooth түзмөгү менен жупташтыруу мүмкүн эмес. | Динамик жупташтыруу режиминде эмес; түзмөктүн Bluetooth'у өчүк; динамик түзмөктөн өтө алыс. | Ensure speaker is in pairing mode (flashing blue LED). Turn Bluetooth on your device. Move speaker closer to device (within 30 ft/10m). Forget "Mini LifeJacket 3" on your device and try pairing again. |
| Динамиктен үн жок. | Үн өтө төмөн; динамик туташкан эмес; киргизүү режими туура эмес. | Increase volume on both speaker and connected device. Ensure speaker is successfully paired or AUX cable is properly connected. Check if speaker is in the correct mode (Bluetooth or AUX). |
| Үн бурмаланган. | Volume is too high; low battery; interference. | Decrease volume. Charge the speaker. Move speaker away from other electronic devices. |
| Cannot charge external device using power bank. | Speaker battery is too low; cable issue. | Ensure speaker has sufficient charge. Try a different USB cable. |
Техникалык шарттар
| Өзгөчөлүк | Деталь |
|---|---|
| Бренд | Altec Lansing |
| Модел | IMW478s (Mini LifeJacket-3) |
| Байланыш технологиясы | Bluetooth |
| Зымсыз диапазон | 30 фут (10 метр) чейин |
| Батареянын иштөө мөөнөтү | 16 саатка чейин |
| Суу өткөрбөйт рейтинги | IP67 (Waterproof, Dustproof, Shockproof, Floats) |
| Аудио чыгаруу режими | Стерео (TWS жупташтыруусу менен) |
| Power Source | Батарея менен иштейт |
| Продукциянын өлчөмдөрү (D x W x Y) | 2.76" x 7.87" x 1.57" (7.01 см x 19.99 см x 3.99 см) |
| Элемент Салмагы | 15.8 унция (447.9 грамм) |
| Өзгөчөлүктөр | Built-in Microphone, Power Bank (USB OUT 5V), True Wireless Stereo Plus Pairing |

Figure 5: The Mini LifeJacket-3 speaker mounted on an ATV handlebar, demonstrating its versatility and the use of the included mounting bracket.
Кепилдик жана колдоо
The Altec Lansing IMW478s Mini LifeJacket-3 Bluetooth Speaker comes with a Limited Warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Altec Lansing webсайт.
For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or to inquire about replacement parts, please contact Altec Lansing customer service or visit their official support page. Contact information can typically be found on the product packaging or the manufacturer's webсайт.
Официалдуу Webсайт: https://alteclansing.com/





