WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS

radiation exposure.
ATTENTION: L'utilisation de tout contrôle ou de réglages ou deprocédures autres que celles indiquées ci-après peut entraîner une
exposition à des radiations dangereuses.
WARNING:by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
AVIS:
expressément approuvé par la partie responsable de la conformité
pourrait annuler l'autorité de l'utilisateur de faire fonctionnerl'équipement.

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WARNING:book case or similar unit.
AVIS: Ne pas installer cet équipement dans un espace confiné
comme une bibliothèque ou une unité similaire.

WARNING: Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should
remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect
the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be
disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
AVIS: La prise du secteur est utilisé pour déconnecter lesystème. La prise du secteur ne doit pas être obstruée ou doitêtre facilement accessible pendant son utilisation. Pour êtrecomplètement déconnecté de lʼalimentation dʼentrée, la prise doitêtre débranchée du secteur.

Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbonzinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
No mezcle baterías viejas y nuevas. No mezcle baterías alcalinas,
estándar (carbono-zinc) o recargables (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.).

CAUTIONWARNING: Do not place the unit on top of any soft, porous, or sensitive
surfaces to avoid damaging the surface. Use a protective barrier between
the unit and surface to protect the surface.
AVIS: Ne placez pas l'appareil au-dessus de toutes les surfaces
souples, poreux, ou sensibles pour éviter d'endommager lasurface. Utilisez une barrière de protection entre l'unité et lasurface à protéger la surface.

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Active Speaker•

CAUTION: Use of any controls or adjustments or performance of•

PM0.3BD•WARNING:apparatus to rain or moisture.
AVIS: Pour réduire le risque dʼincendie ou de choc électrique, nepas exposer cet appareil sous la pluie et lʼhumidité.

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Owner’s Manual

ATTENTION: Danger dʼexplosion si les piles sont remplacées defaçon incorrect. Remplacer les piles seulement par le même typede pile ou lʼéquivalent.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, APAR DE
LA FENTE LARGE, FOND.

•RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTIONRISQUE D' ÉLECTROCUTIONNES PAS OUVRIRWARNING: Use of this unit near fluorescent lighting may causeinterference regarding use of the remote. If the unit is displaying erratic
behavior move away from any fluorescent lighting, as it may be thecause.
AVIS:
peut provoquer des interférences sur l'utilisation de la télécommande.
Si l'appareil affiche un comportement erratique s'éloigner de tout•

NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
AUCUNE PIÈCE À L'INTÉRIEUR. ENTRETIEN DEPERSONNELQUALIFIE.

triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be ofsons.
destiné à alerter lʼutilisateur de la présence dʼune “tension
dangereuse” dans le boîtier du produit qui peuvent être des

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.

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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE
DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS ENLEVER LE
COUVERCLE (NI LE DOS).

aux personnes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1)Read these instructions.
Lisez ces instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Conservez ces instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Respectez tous les avertissements.
Follow all instructions.
Suivez toutes les instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil près de lʼeau.
Clean only with dry cloth.

2)
3)
4)
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12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tabletus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving thecart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover.
Utilisez seulement avec la charrette, position,ou a vendu avec lʼappareil . Lorsquʼune charrette
est utilisée, utilise la prudence quand déplacer la combinaison decharrette / appareil pour éviter la blessure de pointe-sur.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
Débranchez cet appareil pendant les orages ou lorsquʼil nʼest pas
utilisé pendant de longues périodes de temps.
14)
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects havefallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Ne pas bloquer les ouvertures de ventilation. Installer conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

8)

Ne pas installer près de sources de chaleur telles que radiateurs,
registres de chaleur, poêles ou autres appareils (y compris les am9)est nécessaire lorsque lʼappareil a été endommagé de quelque

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-typeplug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided

liquide a été renversé ou des objets sont tombés dans lʼappareil,lʼappareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à lʼhumidité, ne fonctionne
pas normalement, ou sʼil est tombé.
15) The apparatus shall be used in an open area.
Cet apprareil doit être utilisé dans un endroit a aire ouverte.
16) Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objectsof the obsolete outlet.
lʼautre. Une prise de terre possède deux lames et une broche deterre. La lame large ou la troisième broche sont prévues pour votre
sultez un électricien pour remplacer la prise obsolète.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly atplugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from theapparatus.
Protégez le cordon dʼalimentation dʼêtre piétiné ou pincé, particu11)de lʼappareil.

2*Bluetooth and the logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and are used under license.
*This unit does not guarantee connectivity with all Bluetooth and USB audio devices.
*Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for improvement.
*A nameplate with ratings and other information is affixed to the bottom of the right side unit (built-in amplifier side) and to the AC adapter.

Names and Functions

Power supply and speaker connection

This product consists of an active speaker with stereo power amplifier installed
and a passive speaker.

Active Speaker (R channel)<Caution>: Connections between devices should be made while power is OFF
Use the one-touch speaker cable (1.5m) comes with this product.

Passive Speaker (L channel)

This is an unamplified speaker that reproduces theleft channel input signal, by connecting to the active
speaker (R channel) with the one-touch speaker
cable comes with this product.

This is a speaker equipped with a stereo power
amplifier that reproduces the right channel input
signal.

L'appareil ne doit pas êclaboussures et aucun objet ne contenant deliquide, tel qu'un vase, ne doit être placé sur lobjet.
17) Mains plug is used as disconnect device. It shall remain readily operable andshould not be obstructed during intended use. To completely disconnect
the apparatus from supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus shall be
disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
La prise du secteur et utilisé pou déconnecter le système. La prise dusecteur ne doit pas étre obstruée ou doit être facilement accessible
pendant son utilisation. Pour être complèment déconnecté del'alimentation d'entrée, la prise doit être débranchée du secteur.

AC outlet

AC adaptor
VOICE
STBY

SUB-OUTTo AC outlet

MUSIC

Setting change[MODE] switch
Change the setting only when the power is OFF or STANDBY(If changes are made while the power is ON, the settings may not be reflected correctly.)

VOICE
STBY

[STANDBY] auto standby setting
OFF: Disabled
ON: Enabled If the incoming audio signal from the selected input remains at no-signal or near no-signal
level for 15 minutes, the unit will enter the standby ready status, the power indicator A will
flash in green. After 3 minutes passes with this status, the power indicator will light in red,the unit will enter the standby mode and the power consumption will reduce up to approx.
0.5W. Once the unit enters standby mode, it does not automatically return to normal
mode even if the signal is input again. Operate the [Power] button to return the unit to its
normal state.
While in standby mode, operating 1 or 2 switch makes the unit go back to normal modeand the power indicator A will light in green.
[VOICE/MUSIC] setting
OFF: VOICE (sound characteristic for playing of narrations, readings, etc.)
ON: MUSIC (sound characteristic for playing music source)

MUSIC

VOICE
STBY

SUB-OUT

MUSIC

A

❶ ❷

❶[

❸

❹ ❺ ❻

❽

❾

Connect a stereo sound source using a stereo mini
cable.

Switch the power of the unit between ON and
STANDBY. When power is ON, the indicator A lights
green. In standby mode, the indicator A lights red.
(If the AC adapter is not connected, the indicator
goes OFF.)❼ [SUB-OUT] output terminal

This RCA pin jack outputs a line level signal to an
external sub-woofer. The output is monoral summing
the left and right channel signal.

❷ [INPUT SELECTOR] button
Switches the input between , USB, and AUX.

Connecting with AUX❿❻ [AUX] input terminal] button

Connecting with other audio equipment

Using a stereo mini phone <-> RCA cable bundled with this product, connect to the AUX input of theunit from an external audio device.
Audio Device
ANALOGUNBALANCEDOUTPUT

VOICE
STBY

SUB-OUT

L

MUSIC

R

❽ [L-OUT] output terminal❸ [VOLUME] knob

Connect to the passive speaker (L channel) with the
one-touch speaker cable comes with this product.

Adjust the volume level.

❹ [MODE] setting switch❾ [DC IN] terminal

It changes the setting. Change the setting only when
the power is OFF or STANDBY.
(If changes are made while the power is ON, thesettings may not be reflected correctly.)

Connect the AC adapter comes with this product.

❿ [L-IN] terminal

Left channel signal will be input by connecting[L-OUT] terminal with the one-touch speaker cable
comes with this product.

❺ [USB] input terminal

Connect to a personal computer using the supplied
USB cable.

❼

3

Selecting AUX input
1. Make sure the power of unit is ON.
2. Repeat pushing the INPUT SELECTOR button until the AUX indicator lights up.
AUX Indicator(Light up)

4Connecting with USB

Connecting with Bluetooth
In order to receive wireless audio using the Bluetooth, first the pairing setting is needed between the unit anda Bluetooth compatible equipment.
1. Press [・To enter the pairing mode again, press [INPUT SELECTOR]button and keep holding it until the Bluetoothindicator flashes rapidly (waiting for pairing).

2. Choose Bluetooth mode by pushing the INPUTSELECTOR button and keep holding it for approx. 2
seconds. The indicator will flash rapidly and the unit willenter pairing mode (searching for connected devices).
*Release the button after the indicator becomes slowly
blinking.
*If press and hold the button while the indicator isblinking, the pairing mode will be stopped.

・While waiting for pairing, (the indicator slowly blinking),
if the device is already connected to this unit in thepast, it can start connecting by Bluetooth operation of
the device or by briefly pressing the button of the unit.
・While Bluetooth connection is completed, if the powerof the unit is turned OFF, the Bluetooth connection will
also be cancelled.

3. Set the Bluetooth function enabled with the device to beconnected, such as smart phone.
[For Android][Setup] → [Wireless and network] →Tap [Bluetooth]→ Bluetooth function enabled[For iPhone][Setup] → Tap [Bluetooth] → Bluetooth function
enabled・Press and hold for over 5 seconds
All the pairing info will be erased.
In this case, the , USB and AUX indicators together
will blink 3 times
・Even though the connection is made with a Bluetooth
device, the paring with other device is possible. But theconnection of former device will be cancelld.

4. Select [Fostex PM0.3BD] appeared in the list ofBluetooth devices.

・The unit can store connection history information(pairing information) with up to 8 external devices.

5. Once the pairing is completed, indicator will light solid.
*This unit does not guarantee wireless connectivity with
all Bluetooth devices.
Status display of
Status
Waiting for pairing
Waiting for connection
Connection completedMemo

To obtain the high quality sound, set the sound output level maximum on the computer.

PC requirement

Memo] button to power ON.

Setting up the personal computer

To use the unit to play audio, you need to designate the unit as the sound output destination on your computer.

The unit can connect to a PC equiped with a USB 2.0 compatible USB port.
We recommend the OS of Windows 10 or higher and MacOS 10 or higher.

Connection

Selecting the USB input

Connect the unit to your PC using the accessory
USB cable. When powering the unit ON, the PC
will recognize and register the unit as the soundoutput device.

VOICE
STBY

1. Make sure the unit is powered ON.
2. Repeat pushing the INPUT SECTOR button
until the USB indicator light up.

USB indicator(Lighting)

SUB-OUTMUSIC

PC or portable audio player

USB cable with A type andC type connectors (accessory)

Windows 10
1. Click [Setting] on the start menu and thenchoose [Bluetooth and other devices].

3. Choose [Sound control panel] and then choose[Speaker Fostex PM0.3BD].

・If no connection is made for 5 minutes after entering
pairing mode (indicator : flashing fast), the unit
returns to the connection waiting state ( indicator :blinking slowly).

indicator
Indicator
Flash rapidly
Slowly blinking
Light solid・The volume can be controlled from the connected
smartphone or music player, but the volume on theunit operates independently.

If the Bluetooth connection does not workIf pairing fails

Already paired but cannot reconnect

・Turn OFF the Bluetooth communication of thesmartphone, then turn it ON and pair it again.
・Press the [ ] button on the unit to put it in STANDBY,
press it again to turn it ON, and press and hold the[INPUT SELECTOR] button until the indicator flashes
rapidly. Then try pairing again while the indicator is
flashing rapidly.

・Turn OFF the Bluetooth communication of thesmartphone, then turn it ON and reconnect again.
・Press the [ ] button on the unit to put it in STANDBY,
press it again to turn it ON, and press and hold the[INPUT SELECTOR] button until the indicator flashes
rapidly. Then try pairing again while the indicator is
flashing rapidly.
・Cencel the pairing on the smartphone, then try pairing it
again.

2. Choose [Sound setting].

5

6

Windows 11
USB

General1. Click [Setting] on the start menu and then choose[Sound].

• Enclosure system: 2-way bass reflex• Built-in woofer: 75mm cone
• Built-in tweeter: 19mm soft dome
• Output: 15 W + 15 W
• Freq. Response: 100 Hz to 40 kHz• Dimensions: 110 mm (W) x 212 mm (H) x 133 mm (D)• Weight: 3.4 kg (1PAIR)• Terminal: USB typeC• Interface: USB2.0 High-speed• Sampling frequency: 44.1/48.0/88.2/96.0 kHz• Bit rate: 16/24bit

AUX• Terminal: 3.5mm Stereo mini-jack• Input sensitivity: 500mVrms• Max. input level: 2 Vrms

Bluetooth• Transmission method: Bluetooth standard Ver. 5.0• Output: Bluetooth standard Power Class 1• Transmission distance: Approx. 10 m *with no obstacles• Frequency band used: 2.4GHz• Supported profiles: A2DP
• Supported codecs: SBC, AAC• Supported content protection: SCMS-T system• Transmission band: 20Hz-20kHz

2. Choose [Speaker] , [Fostex PM0.3BD]. By
pressing the right arrow, the right screen willappear and the sampling frequency and bit
depth can be adjusted.

Power/AC power adapter• Input: AC100V-240V (50Hz/60Hz)• Output: DC15V 3.2A

Accessories• AC power adapter• USB cable• One-touch speaker cable• φ3.5 stereo mini phone/RCA cable

Declaration of EC Directive

This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) - Directive on approximation of member nation’s ordinance concerning the electromagnetic
compatibility and with the Low Voltage Directive ( 2014/35/EU) - Directive on approximation of member nation’s ordinance concerning electric equipment designed to be
used within the specifed voltage range.
This equipment is also compatible with the Ecodesign Directive (2009/125/EC) - Directive on approximation of member nation’s ordinance concerning the ecodesign
requirement for energy-using products and with EU RoHS 2 Directive (2011/65/EU) - Directive on approximation of member nation’s ordinance concerning the restrictionof the use of certain hazardous substances in electric equipment.

The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment
The affect of the European Specification EN61000-6-1 (coexistence of electromagnetic waves - common immunity specification) on this equipment are as shown below.
In the electrical fast transient/burst requirements, surge, conducted disturbances by radio-frequency fields, power frequency magnetic field, radiate electromagnetic fieldrequirements and static electricity discharging environment, this could be affected by generation of noise in some cases.

FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE* Including non-EU countries (as of Jan. 2023)

Mac OS Ventura
1.Open [System environment setting] on the Applemenu and choose [Sound].

3. Access [GO] -> [Utilities] -> [Audio MIDI Setup]
and make sure that the [Output] format is set toone of the following settings.
2 ch 16-bit (44.1 kHz)2 ch 16-bit (48.0 kHz)2 ch 16-bit (88.2 kHz)2 ch 16-bit (96.0 kHz)2 ch 24-bit (44.1 kHz)2 ch 24-bit (48.0 kHz)2 ch 24-bit (88.2 kHz)2 ch 24-bit (96.0 kHz)

2. Choose [Output] on the [Output and Input] item
and choose [Fostex PM0.3BD] from the list.

Italy
Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania
Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia,
NAME: Backline S.u.r.l. (Pro-Audio)
NAME: Mafico BV
Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro,
ADD: Via dell’Aprica, 16 - 20158 Milano, Italy
ADD: Weg en Bos 2 2661 DH Bergschenhoek,
Serbia & Slovenia
TEL: (+39) 02 6901 5709,
Nederland
NAME: Player Plus d.o.o.
FAX: (+39) 02 6901 5645
ADD: St. Sestara Strain 1/13, 11080 Belgrade, Serbia TEL: (+31) (0)10 - 414 8426,
Email: info@backline.it
FAX: (+31) (0)10 - 404 8863
TEL: (+381) 11 377 4968,
Web Site: http://www.backline.it
Email: info@mafico.com
FAX: (+381) 11 377 4969
Web Site: http://www.mafico.com
Email: info@player.rs
The Netherlands & Luxemburg
Web Site: http://www.player.rs
NAME: Mafico BV
Finland
ADD: Weg en Bos 2 2661 DH Bergschenhoek
NAME: Hifitalo (Speaker Components)
Austria, France, Germany & Hungary
Nederland
ADD: Salitunkatu 3, 24100 Salo, Finland
NAME: Mega Audio GmbH
TEL: (+31) 10 414 8426, FAX: (+31) 10 404 8863
TEL: (+358) 440 553 595
ADD: Feldborn 3, in 55444 Waldlaubersheim,
Email: info@mafico.com
Email: info@hifitalo.fi
Germany
Web Site: www.mafico.com
Web Site: http://www.hifitalo.fi
TEL: (+49) 6707 914 522, FAX: (+49) 6721-32046
Email: info@megaaudio.de
PolandFranceWeb Site: http://www.megaaudio.de
NAME: Hamy Sound (Consumer and Hi-Fi Systems) NAME: MIP sp. z o.o
ADD: 28 Rue Edith Cavell, 92400 Courvevoie, France ADD: Dziatdowska 12, Warsawa, Poland
Belgium
TEL: (+48) 22 424 8254, FAX: (+48) 22 855 93 80
TEL: (+33) 1 4788 4702, FAX: (+33) 1 4789 4872
NAME: XLR sprl/bvba
Email: biuro@mip.biz.pl
Email: sav@hamysound.com
ADD: Pierre Strauwenstraat 24, 1020 Brussels,
Web Site: http://www.mip.bz
Web Site: http://www.hamysound.com
Belgium
TEL: (+32) 2 520 0827, FAX: (+32) 2 521 1977
Portugal & Spain
FranceEmail: info@xlrpro.be
NAME: ATCONSUMER (Consumer/Hi-Fi Systems/
NAME: TLHP SAS (Speaker Components)
Web Site: http://www.xlrpro.be
Speaker Components)
ADD: 2 Rue des Fermes Gauloises
ADD: Club Nautico Premiá. Local 3, 08330 Premiá
ZAC Bourgbarré Nord
Czechode Mar, Spain
35230 Bourgbarré FRANCE
NAME: Praha Music Center spol s.r.o.
TEL: (+34) 609 288310
TEL: +33 (0) 9 72 55 77 16
ADD: Ocelarska 937/39, Praha 9, 190 00, Czecho
Email: info@atconsumer.es
Email: info@tlhp.fr
TEL: (+420) 226-011-111,
Web Site: http://www.atconsumer.es
Web Site: https://www.toutlehautparleur.com/
FAX: (+420) 226-011-112
Email: info@pmc.cz
RussiaGreeceWeb Site: http://www.pmc.cz
NAME: Audio Mania LLC (Speaker Components)
NAME: Bon Studio S.A
ADD: 6 Zaimi Street, Exarchia, 106.83 Athens, Greece ADD: 107023 Barabanniy Lane 4/4, Moscow Russia
Denmark, Finland, Norway & Sweden
TEL: +7 495 2680468
TEL: (+30) 210-3809-605, 606, 607, 608
NAME: Nordic Pro Audio ApS
Email: info@audiomania.ru
FAX: (+30) 210-3845-755, 210-3827-868
ADD: Hvidsvaermervej 143, DK-2610 Rødovre
Web Site: http://www.audiomania.ru
Email: bon@bonstudio.gr
TEL: (+45) 31 20 70 21
Web Site: http://www.bonstudio.gr
Email: ks@nordicproaudio.com
RussiaWeb Site: https://nordicproaudio.com/
NAME: BLADE Group of Companies (Consumer)
Italy
ADD: 1st Krasnoselskiy lane, 7/9A, bld. 11, 3rd floor,
NAME: Art of Music sas (Consumer/Hi-Fi Systems/
Moscow Russia 107140
Speaker Components)
TEL: (+7) 499 705 1552, FAX: (+7) 495 276 2076
ADD: Via Dal Lino 23/2, 40134 Bologna, Italy
Email: info@blade.ru
TEL: (+39) 347 2532215
Web Site: http://www.blade.ru/
Email: artofmusic@libero.it
Web Site: http://www.artofmusic.it

Slovakia
NAME: Rockcentrum
ADD: Ambra Pietra 40, 036 01 Martin, Slovakia
TEL: (+421) 43 41 36336,
FAX: (+421) 43 41 36337
Email: rock-centrum@rock-centrum.sk
Web Site: http://rock-centrum.sk
Switzerland
NAME: Audio Bauer Pro AG
ADD: Bernerstrasse-Nord 182, CH-8064 Zurich,
Switzerland
TEL: (+41) 44 432 3230, FAX: (+41) 44 432 6558
Email: info@audio-bauerpro.ch
Web Site: http://www.audio-bauerpro.ch
TurkeyNAME: Extreme Audio (Consumer/Hi-Fi Systems)
ADD: Sheraton Istanbul Maslak Kat B2 Buykdere Cad.
Nr:233 Ucyol Mevkii 34398 Maslak Istanbuul Turkey
TEL: +90 444 3760, FAX: +90 212 285 0073
Email: bahadir@extreme-audio.com
Web Site: http://www.extreme-audio.com
UK
NAME: SCV Distribution
ADD: Unit C1 Belcon Industrial Estate, GeddingsRoad Hodesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 0NT, UK
TEL: (+44) (0)3301 22 2500,
FAX: (+44) (0)1992 44 9171
Email: fostex@scvdistribution.co.uk
Web Site: http://www.scvdistribution.co.uk
Ukraine
NAME: Era in Ear
ADD: 1 Maryanenka Lane Kharkiv, Ukraine
TEL: (+38) 044 221 1980
Email: sale@era-in-ear.com
Web Site: http://era-in-ear.com

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