Offroad - Speaker ION - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Offroad ION

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Rechargeable Batteries Rechargeable lead-acid batteries are the same type used in automobiles. As with your car battery, how you use this battery has a significant impact on its lifespan. With proper use and treatment, a lead-acid battery can last for years. Here are some recommendations for getting the longest life from the internal battery. General Usage Fully charge the battery before using it. Charge the battery completely after each use. 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. It is acceptable to leave your sound system plugged in. This will not overcharge the battery. 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, check your fuse near the power cable input. If your fuse is intact and it still will not charge, contact ION Audio at ionaudio.com. Disposal Bring the unit to a recycling center or dispose of in accordance with local ordinances.4

1. Make sure all items listed under Introduction > Box Contents at the beginning of this

guide are included in the box.

2. Read the Safety & Warranty Manual before using the product.

3. For optimal performance, place Offroad in the center of the room so it is unobstructed by

walls, furniture, etc.

4. Turn down the Master Volume on the Offroad.

6. Connect your music player with an audio cable or Bluetooth. (see Operation >

Connecting with a Bluetooth Device for more details on this)

7. Adjust the volume on your music player and on Offroad as needed.

Connection Diagram Items not listed under Introduction > Box Contents are sold separately.

Microphone Bluetooth Device Tablet, MP3 player, etc. Power Front Panel Rear Panel5

Features Front Panel

1. Power Button: Press this button to

power Offroad on and off.

2. Radio Selector: This button sets the

radio to FM, AM, or turns the radio off.

3. Tune/Track Buttons: Tap these buttons

to tune in a radio station or go to the previous/next track on a Bluetooth-connected device. To "seek" (jump to the next available station), hold either button down for a few seconds until it starts to seek a station. The unit will remember the last station it was on and start at that station when powered off and on again.

4. Play/Pause/Preset: Press to play or pause a track from a connected Bluetooth device.

In Radio Mode, press and release this button to select a previously saved preset station. See the section Using the Radio for more details on saving and recalling presets.

5. Bluetooth: Press this button to disconnect a paired Bluetooth device.

6. Display: Displays the current radio station, battery status, and Bluetooth status.

• Charging Indicator: When the power cable is connected, movement of the top battery segment shows the battery is charging. When fully charged, all battery segments will be lit without blinking. When the power cable is disconnected, the battery segment shows the level of the battery.
• Lightning Bolt Icon: The lightning bolt icon will illuminate when the IEC power cable is connected to wall power.
• Bluetooth Icon: The Bluetooth icon will not be lit when Offroad is first powered on (unless it was previously paired with a device). The Bluetooth icon will be lit solid when a device is paired to Offroad.
• Power Indicator: The power indicator (radio display decimal point) will be lit when Offroad is powered on. The power indicator will not be lit when Offroad is powered off.

7. Auxiliary Input: This stereo 1/8” (3.5 mm) input can be used to connect a smartphone, MP3

player, or other audio source.

8. Microphone Input with Volume Control (1/4”): This mono input accepts 1/4” (6.35 mm) inputs

such as a microphone, guitar, or other musical instrument.

9. Master Volume Control: This adjusts the speaker’s main mix volume, which includes the

Microphone Input, Auxiliary Input, Radio, and the audio of a paired Bluetooth device.

10. USB Charging Port: Connect your device’s charge cable here to charge it. USB charging only

functions when the unit’s power is turned on. Note: To charge smartphones and tablets faster, put the device’s screen to sleep.

11. NFC (near-field communication): Touch and briefly hold your supported and enabled device to

the NFC logo to pair the device. Rear Panel

1. Power Cable Input (IEC): Insert the included power cable here to

2. Fuse: If the unit’s fuse is broken, lift this tab to replace the fuse.

Replace it with a fuse with an appropriate rating. Using a fuse with an incorrect rating can damage the unit and/or fuse.

Operation Connecting with a Bluetooth Device

1. Turn on your Bluetooth device.

2. Power on Offroad and it will automatically go into pairing mode to search for Bluetooth

devices. You will know you are in pairing mode when the Bluetooth LED is off.

3. If your Bluetooth device is not able to pair to Offroad, press the Bluetooth Disconnect

button on the unit to break previous Bluetooth connections and reset the Bluetooth module.

4. Navigate to your Bluetooth device’s setup screen, find Offroad and connect.

Note: If your Bluetooth device prompts for a pairing code, enter 0000.

5. Bluetooth LED will light up solid when it is “paired.”

Note: If you experience trouble pairing or playing music, update your device's OS.

6. To disconnect pairing, press the Bluetooth Disconnect button on Offroad.

7. To connect to another Bluetooth device, repeat steps 3-4.

Note: Maximum range will be achieved when using devices with Bluetooth 4.0.

Pairing a Bluetooth Device Using NFC NFC (near-field communication) allows data exchange from devices, such as pairing, by gently bumping them together. Check in your device’s manual to see if this feature is supported. To use NFC to pair with Offroad:

1. In order to use NFC, your device must be turned on and unlocked.

2. Enter your device’s Settings menu and check that NFC is turned On (one-time step).

3. Power on Offroad.

4. Touch and briefly hold your device to the NFC logo.

5. Follow the pairing instructions that appear on your phone. If a passcode is required, enter

6. To unpair, gently bump your device against the NFC logo located on Offroad’s top panel.

Using the Aux Input Connect your iPod, iPod touch, iPhone, smartphone, MP3 player, or similar device to the Aux input. Adjust the output volume on your source device and then adjust the overall volume using the Master Volume Control on Offroad.7

Using the Radio Selecting a radio station:

1. Turn the radio on using the Radio Selector switch to select either AM or FM.

2. Use the Tune buttons to search for a radio station. To "Seek" (jump to the next available

station), hold a Tune button down for a few seconds until it starts to seek a station. The unit will remember the last station you were on and start at that station when you power off and power on again. Note: If there is poor AM reception, disconnect AC power for optimal AM radio reception. To further adjust AM reception, move the entire unit. Saving a preset:

1. Press the Radio Selector button to choose FM/AM and select a radio station that you

want to save to a preset location using the Tune buttons.

2. Press and hold Play/Pause/Preset for 3 seconds. A preset number will appear on the

3. Use the Tune buttons to select which preset you want to save it to.

4. Press Play/Pause/Preset to confirm. SAVE will appear on the screen.

Selecting a preset: Press Play/Pause/Preset to cycle through the saved presets.

Troubleshooting If the sound is distorted: Try lowering the volume control of your sound source or musical instrument. Also, try to reduce the overall volume of Offroad. If there is too much bass: Try adjusting the tone or EQ control on your sound source to lower the bass level. This will allow you to play the music louder before clipping (distortion) occurs. If there is a high-pitched whistling noise when using microphones: This is probably feedback. Point the microphone away from the speaker. If there is poor AM reception: To adjust AM reception, move entire unit. If you can’t hear the microphone over the music volume: Turn down the music volume from your source. If you can’t play music from a flash drive: The USB port is only for charging USB devices.8

Appendix (English) Technical Specifications Output Power 50 W (peak) Frequency Response 90 Hz – 20 kHz (+3 dB) Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP, AVRCP Range: Up to 100 feet / 30.5 meters * Radio Frequency Range US: AM 520–1710kHz FM 87.5–107.9MHz Europe: AM 522–1629kHz FM 87.5–108MHz Japan: AM 522–1710kHz FM 75.5–108MHz Microphone Type Dynamic microphone recommended (included) Water Resistant Class IPX4 Battery Type 12V, 5.0Ah SLA Battery Life Up to 50 hours ** Recharge time: 10 hours Charge Port 1 USB +5V, 1A Power Input Voltage: 100–120 VAC (US/CA), 100–240 VAC (EU), 50/60 Hz Dimensions (width x depth x height) 16.1" x 9.4" x 13.7" 410 x 240 x 348 mm Weight

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

• Bluetooth range is affected by walls, obstructions, and movement. For optimal performance, place the product in the center of the room so it is unobstructed by walls, furniture, etc. ** Battery life may vary based on temperature, age, and volume usage of product.

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