Ion Audio Solar Powered Geode Rock Speakers User Guide

Solar Powered Geode Rock Speakers

Product Usage Instructions:

To use the GeodeTM Rock Speakers, follow these steps:

1. Place the speakers in your desired outdoor location, taking
   care to avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
2. Connect the micro-USB charging cable to the micro-USB charging
   port on the side panel of each speaker.
3. Connect the other end of the charging cable to a USB power
   adapter (DC 5V 2A, not included) connected to a power outlet or
   your computer (powered on).
4. Allow the speakers to charge fully, which can take up to 5
   hours.
5. To connect your Bluetooth device to the speakers, press and
   hold the Power/Pairing button on one of the speakers until the LED
   indicator flashes rapidly. Then, enable Bluetooth on your device
   and select “GeodeTM Rock Speakers” from the list of available
   devices.
6. If you want to connect two speakers together for stereo sound,
   press and hold the Power/Pairing button on both speakers until they
   are connected using Automatic Wireless Stereo-LinkTM.
7. You can control the EQ settings, LED lights, and access
   additional features using the ION Sound XP app, available for
   download on the App Store and Google Play.

User Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ……………………………………………………………….3
Box Contents…………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Support………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
SETUP ……………………………………………………………………………. 4
Outdoor Use and Care ………………………………………………………………………….. 4 Charging & Battery Information …………………………………………………………… 4
FEATURES ……………………………………………………………………… 6
Side Panel ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
OPERATION ……………………………………………………………………..7
App Control …………………………………………………………………………………………… 7 Bluetooth Connecting with GeodeTM Rock Speakers ………………………….. 8 Automatic Wireless Stereo-LinkTM……………………………………………………….. 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ……………………………………………………… 10
APPENDIX………………………………………………………………………. 11
Technical Specifications ………………………………………………………………………. 11 Trademarks & Licenses ………………………………………………………………………… 11

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the GeodeTM Rock Speakers. At ION, your entertainment is as important to us as it is to you. That’s why we design our products with one thing in mind–to make your life more fun and more convenient. Note: Before you first use the product, please fully charge the batteries. Your unit was purposely shipped with a reduced battery charge to ensure safe transit. For optimal charging, power o the speaker while charging. Use the included micro-USB cable to connect the unit to a 5V, 2A power adapter (not included) connected to a power outlet and let it charge for up to 5 hours (depending on the specifications of your adapter). This helps ensure the longest life for your battery.
Box Contents
2 GeodeTM Rock Speakers Micro-USB Charging Cable (3.28 ft / 1 m) Quickstart Guide
Support
For the latest information about this product (documentation, technical specifications, system requirements, compatibility information, etc.) and product registration, visit ionaudio.com. For additional product support, visit ionaudio.com/support.

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SETUP
Outdoor Use and Care
Though GeodeTM Rock Speakers are water-resistant and able to tolerate splashing water, please review the tips below to get the best performance from your GeodeTM Rock Speakers: · Bring GeodeTM Rock Speakers indoors during extreme weather. · Please do not place GeodeTM Rock Speakers in standing water or puddles. · Please do not attempt to charge GeodeTM Rock Speakers in a wet environment. Make sure
the power input, micro-USB cable, power adapter, and power outlet are all completely dry before making any connections. · WARNING: Keep any non-water-resistant devices (phones, music players, etc.) in a dry place where they will not be a ected by water and cause a risk of electric shock.
Charging & Battery Information

Side Panel
For the quickest charging time, power o GeodeTM Rock Speakers and use the included microUSB cable to connect the micro-USB charging port on the side panel of the speaker to a USB power adapter (DC 5V 2A, not included) connected to a power outlet, or your computer (powered on). A full charge can take up to 5 hours, depending on the specifications of your 5V, 2A adapter.
GeodeTM Rock Speakers’ battery life can also be prolonged between charges using the solar panels. When the battery is low, the LED will illuminate red to indicate the speaker is charging from the solar panel. For best results, place GeodeTM Rock Speakers in an area that receives at least 3 hours of direct sunlight a day. The rate of charging depends on the amount of sunlight the solar panels receive. The units will charge slower when receiving indirect sunlight. When the speaker is fully charged, the LED will be o , even if it is left in the sunlight.

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Under certain conditions, GeodeTM Rock Speakers will automatically power o to save battery. This will only occur if there is no audio coming from a Bluetooth connection or the aux input. If no Bluetooth device is connected, the speakers will power o after 10 minutes. If Bluetooth is connected but no audio is playing, the speakers will power o after 30 minutes.

Here are some other recommendations for getting the longest life from the internal battery.

General Usage

Fully charge the battery before using it.
Avoid full discharge of the battery if possible. Li-Ion batteries are maintenance-free, and the battery will last longest when operating between 30­80% charged.
Do not use the product while charging the battery.
Do not charge the battery in exceedingly hot (greater than 90°F/32°C) or exceedingly cold (less than 32°F/0°C) temperatures.

Storage

For best product longevity, do not store at exceedingly hot (greater than 90°F/32°C) or exceedingly cold (less than 32°F/0°C) temperatures.
For best product longevity, store with a 50% battery charge.
If you leave the battery level low and do not charge it for 6 months, it may permanently lose capacity.

Repair

If the battery fails to charge, contact ION Audio at ionaudio.com.

Disposal

Bring the unit to a recycling center or dispose of in accordance with local ordinances.

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FEATURES
Side Panel

AB C D

A. Status LED This LED will illuminate to indicate the current operation of the GeodeTM Rock Speakers: · Blinking Blue: The speaker is in Bluetooth pairing mode. · Solid Blue: The speaker is connected to a device via Bluetooth, or both speakers are linked and connected. · Red: The battery is low, and the speaker is charging from the solar panel.
B. Power Button Press and hold this button to turn GeodeTM Rock Speakers on and o . You will hear “Power On” and “Power O ” when doing so if voice prompts are enabled. By default, voice prompts are on, and you can turn them o or back on from the ION Sound ControlTM app.
C. Micro-USB Charging Port Connect the micro-USB end of the included cable to GeodeTM Rock Speakers here, then connect the USB-A end to a 5V, 2A USB power adapter (sold separately) and plug it into a power outlet, or your computer (powered on).
D. Aux Input Connect an MP3 or other audio player to GeodeTM Rock Speakers here using a 1/8″ (3.5 mm) auxiliary cable (not included).

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OPERATION
App Control
IMPORTANT: To ensure the best possible experience with the app, use the most current Android OS or iOS on your device.
Follow these steps to download the free app on your device: 1. Open the Apple App Store or Google Play on your device. Then, search for the ION Sound
ControlTM app. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the app. Once downloaded, the
ION Sound ControlTM app will appear on your device’s home screen. 3. Connect your device to GeodeTM Rock Speakers via Bluetooth. See Operation > Bluetooth®
Connecting with GeodeTM Rock Speakers to learn how to do this. 4. Open the ION Sound ControlTM app. If prompted, allow the app to access your device’s
Bluetooth and Location Services. 5. Follow the steps on screen to find and connect to your GeodeTM Rock Speakers. Once
connected, you can control various functions of the speaker, such as: · Volume: Adjust the speaker’s volume. · Voice Prompts: Enable or disable the voice prompts (on by default). · Battery Life: Check the speaker’s battery life status. · Support: Visit ionaudio.com, contact Technical Support, and view Warranty information
and Frequently Asked Questions.

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Bluetooth Connecting with GeodeTM Rock Speakers
GEODETM ROCK SPEAKERS

1 – PRESS & HOLD

2

3 – CONNECTED

1. Turn on one GeodeTM Rock Speaker by pressing and holding the Power button. You will hear “Power On” and “Bluetooth Mode” if voice prompts are enabled. The Status LED will begin flashing blue and the GeodeTM Rock Speaker will automatically enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
2. Navigate to your device’s Bluetooth setup screen, find GEODE ROCK, and connect.
Note: Do not connect to iSP170_BLE; this is reserved exclusively for connecting to the ION Sound ControlTM app. If you experience trouble in connecting, select “Forget this Device” on your Bluetooth device and try to connect again.
3. Once paired, you will hear “Connected” (if voice prompts are enabled) and two beeps, and the Status LED will become solid blue.
4. You can now press play in your music player app of choice on your device.

To disconnect a paired device, turn o Bluetooth from your device’s Bluetooth settings. The speaker will enter Bluetooth pairing mode to make it available for another device. When you disconnect a Bluetooth device, you will hear “Disconnected” if voice prompts are enabled.

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Automatic Wireless Stereo-LinkTM

GEODETM ROCK SPEAKERS

1 – PRESS & HOLD

2

(speaker 1)

3 – PRESS & HOLD
(speaker 2)

4 – LINKED
To sync both GeodeTM Rock Speakers together:
1. Press and hold the Power button to turn on one speaker. You will hear “Power On” and “Bluetooth Mode” if voice prompts are enabled. This will be the primary speaker.
2. If you are not already connected, pair your Bluetooth device to the primary speaker using the directions above.
3. Power on the second speaker by pressing and holding the Power button.
4. The two speakers will automatically begin searching for each other. Once a connection is established, you will hear “Linked” (if voice prompts are enabled) and the LEDs on both speakers will be lit solid blue.
Note: Speakers should be within 50′ (15 m) of each other to properly link. The closer the speakers are, the faster they will link.
5. You can now begin streaming audio from your Bluetooth device, which will play from both the primary and secondary speakers at the same time.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the unit is not charging: Make sure the micro-USB charging cable is properly connected to the power input, the power adapter, and the power outlet. If using the solar panel to prolong battery life between charges, make sure the unit is placed in an area that receives at least 3 hours of direct sunlight a day.
If the sound is distorted: Try lowering the volume control of your sound source.
If there is too much bass: Try adjusting the tone or EQ control on your sound source or on GeodeTM Rock Speakers via the ION Sound ControlTM App to lower the bass level. This will allow you to play the music louder before clipping (distortion) occurs.
If you cannot connect your audio device to GeodeTM Rock Speakers via Bluetooth:
· Have your audio device (e.g., smartphone or tablet) and GeodeTM Rock Speakers as close together as possible while trying to connect. Make sure both the audio device and GeodeTM Rock Speakers are unobstructed by walls, furniture, etc.
· Double-press the Bluetooth button to disconnect GeodeTM Rock Speakers from any other audio device and restart the search process. If this does not work right away, power o GeodeTM Rock Speakers and then power it back on. See Operation > Bluetooth® Connecting with GeodeTM Rock Speakers for more information.
· Reset the Bluetooth connection on your audio device by turning Bluetooth o and back on. You can find this under the Bluetooth menu in the Settings for your phone or other audio device.
If this does not work, and you have connected to GeodeTM Rock Speakers before, find GeodeTM Rock Speakers in the list of available or previously connected devices in your audio device’s Bluetooth menu, tap the “gear” or “i” icon located next to it and then select Unpair or Forget. Turn GeodeTM Rock Speakers o and back on and try pairing again once it reappears in your available devices list.
Note: If GeodeTM Rock Speakers have been paired to another audio device recently that is still within range, you may need to repeat this process with that audio device to fully disconnect.

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APPENDIX

Technical Specifications

Output Power

15 W (peak) (per speaker)

Drivers

5″ (127 mm) full-range driver

Bluetooth Specifications

Profile: A2DP, AVRCP Bluetooth Version: 5.0 Range: Up to 100 ft. (30.5 m) * Stereo-LinkTM Range: Up to 100 ft. (30.5 m) between speakers

Battery

Capacity: 2000mAh/3.7V, 7.4Wh Battery life: Up to 20 hours ** Charge Time: Up to 5 Hours

Dimensions
(width x depth x height)

10.04″ x 10.04″ x 9.65″ 255 mm x 255 mm x 245 mm

Weight

9.35 lbs. 4.24 kg

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Bluetooth and wireless reception and range are a ected by walls, obstructions, and movement. For optimal performance, place the product so it is unobstructed by walls or furniture and is raised o the ground.
** Battery life may vary based on temperature, age, and volume usage of product.

Trademarks & Licenses

ION Audio is a trademark of inMusic Brands, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by ION Audio is under license.
App Store is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Android and Google Play are registered trademarks of Google Inc. All other product names, company names, trademarks, or trade names are those of their respective owners.

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References

• Sound Experiences | ION Audio
• Support : ION Audio
• Sound Experiences | ION Audio
• Support : ION Audio