A:AnswerThey’re only used as Bluetooth speakers only. If you have an A V receiver that has Bluetooth, then you should be able to use them as surround speakers.
A:AnswerYes. It can connect with any source device with blue tooth connectivity. I have connected it to phones, android tablet and a laptop pc for better sound.
A:AnswerFirst turn the speaker on. With my Dell laptop I simply open my settings and activate Bluetooth - it searches for a device and identifies the speaker. The speaker beeps and the blinking blue on-light goes steady blue. Very simple.
A:AnswerYes, there is a 3.5mm input jack to attach to iPod shuffle or mp3player. The cord is not included, but can be purchased at any big box store for a few dollars
A:AnswerI use the speaker primarily with my laptop. I do not get a blow back sound and can actually set it on top of my laptop with no sound distortion. But typically I like to set it near were ever I'm sitting. Idk, maybe it's your laptop??