Ion Audio iSP136BK Tahiti Outdoor Speaker Pair User Guide
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TahitiTM Speaker. 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 off the speaker while charging. Use the included micro-USB cable to connect the unit to a power adapter connected to a power outlet and let it charge for up to 4 hours. This helps ensure the longest life for your battery.
Box Contents
- (2) TahitiTM Speakers
- (4) Pole Segments (20” / 50 cm, each)
- (2) Pole Connectors
- (2) Threaded Tube Caps
- (2) Stakes
- (2) Micro-USB Cables (12” / 30 cm, each)
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.
Outdoor Use and Care
Though TahitiTM Speakers are water-resistant and able to tolerate splashing water, please review the tips below to get the best performance from your TahitiTM Speakers:
- Bring TahitiTM Speakers indoors during extreme weather.
- Please do not place TahitiTM Speakers in standing water.
- Please do not connect the power adapter to a TahitiTM Speaker in a wet environment. Make sure the power input, 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 affected by water and cause a risk of electric shock.
Charging
For fastest charging, power off TahitiTM Speaker and use the included micro-USB cable to connect the speaker to a USB power adapter (DC 5V 2A, not included) connected to a power outlet, or your computer (powered on). TahitiTM Speaker’s battery life can also be prolonged between charges using the solar panel. For best results, place TahitiTM Speaker 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 panel receives. The unit will charge slower when receiving indirect sunlight.
Assembly
TahitiTM Speaker may be used mounted using the included post; freestanding; or hanging using the handle.
Important: If using the solar panel to prolong battery life between charges, make sure to place TahitiTM Speaker in an area that receives at least 3 hours of direct sunlight a day for best results. For fastest charging, power off TahitiTM Speaker and connect to USB.
Pole Mounted:
- Drive the entire spike portion of stake into the ground where you would like to install TahitiTM Speaker.
Important: If the ground where you would like to install TahitiTM Speaker is hard or tough, use a shovel to loosen the soil prior to driving the ground stake. To avoid damaging the stake, do not directly strike it with a hammer. Instead, we recommend using a rubber mallet or using a flat object as a buffer between the hammer and stake.
- Attach a pole segment to the stake, and then attach a pole connector to the top of the pole segment.
Note: To ensure stability, make sure all pieces are connected together tightly. Do not apply downward pressure to the poles to drive the stake into the ground.
- When the pole segments are connected, add the threaded tube cap on the top of the last pole segment. Place TahitiTM Speaker so that the hole at the bottom of the speaker is in line with the threads at top of the pole mount. Gently screw TahitiTM Speaker onto the threaded cap until it is secure. Do not overtighten.
- Before attempting to move TahitiTM Speaker, always remove the speaker from the pole mount first. Hold the top-most section of the pole with one hand and gently unscrew TahitiTM Speaker until it is separated from the pole mount.
Features
Power Button: Press and quickly release to wake Tahiti Speaker or put into Standby mode. Press and hold to power on TahitiTM Speaker or fully power off from Standby mode.
Note: See Remote Power On and Standby section for more information. Double-press to disable or enable voice prompts.
Lights Button: Press to cycle between light modes:
- Flicker
- Max Brightness (Solid)
- Medium Brightness (Solid)
- Low Brightness (Solid)
- Off
Bluetooth® Button: Press and hold to disconnect a Bluetooth device. Double-press to enter or exit Multi-SyncTM mode. See Bluetooth Connecting with TahitiTM Speaker to learn how to connect via Bluetooth and sync multiple TahitiTM Speakers.
Micro-USB Charging Port: For fastest charging, power off TahitiTM Speaker and use the included micro-USB cable to connect the speaker to (A) a USB power adapter (DC 5V 2A, not included) connected to a power outlet, or (B) your computer (powered on).
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:
- Open the Apple App Store or Google Play on your device. Then, search for the ION Sound XPTM app.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the app. Once downloaded, the ION Sound XPTM app will appear on your device’s home screen.
- Connect your device to TahitiTM Speaker via Bluetooth. See the Bluetooth Connecting with TahitiTM Speaker to learn how to do this.
- Open the ION Sound XPTM app. If prompted, allow the app to access your device’s Bluetooth and Location Services.
- Tap to select Add A Product on the screen. The app will scan and find TahitiTM Speaker. If you are having issues connecting, tap Help with setting up? for additional tips.
- Select the TahitiTM Speaker icon to go to the next screen, where you can use the app to control various functions of the speaker such as:
- Remote Power On / Standby: Power the speaker on remotely or put it into standby mode.
- EQ: Adjust the speaker’s equalization.
- Voice Prompts: Enable or disable the voice prompts.
- Lights: Change the light mode.
- Support: Visit ionaudio.com, contact Technical Support, and view Warranty information and Frequently Asked Questions.
Bluetooth Connecting with TahitiTM Speaker
Connecting to one TahitiTM Speaker:
- Power on the TahitiTM Speaker by holding down the Power button for 2 seconds. TahitiTM Speaker will automatically enter Bluetooth ing mode.
- Navigate to your device’s Bluetooth setup screen, find Tahiti Speaker, and connect. When connected, the Bluetooth LED will be lit solid blue and you will hear “Connected” (if voice prompts are enabled).
Note: Do not connect to iSP136BK_BLE; this is reserved exclusively for connecting to the ION Sound XPTM app. If you experience trouble in connecting, select “Forget this Device” on your Bluetooth device and try to connect again.
- To disconnect, turn off Bluetooth from your device’s Bluetooth settings, or press and hold the Bluetooth button.
Syncing multiple TahitiTM Speakers:
- Connect your Bluetooth device to one TahitiTM Speaker using the steps above. This will be the “primary” speaker.
- Double-press the Bluetooth button on the primary speaker to enter Multi-SyncTM mode. The Bluetooth LED will change from blue to solid white, and you will hear “Multi-Sync Mode” (if voice prompts are enabled) to indicate it is in Multi-SyncTM mode.
Note: Tahiti Speakers should be within 50’ (15 m) of each other to properly sync. The closer the speakers are, the faster they will sync.
Note: To exit Multi-SyncTM mode, double-press the Bluetooth button again.
- Power on any other “secondary” speakers to broadcast audio to and ensure they are disconnected from any Bluetooth devices before proceeding.
- Double-press the Bluetooth button to enter Multi-SyncTM Mode for the secondary speakers. The Bluetooth LED will begin flashing green and the secondary speakers should automatically sync to the primary speakers.
- Once a successful sync is established, the Bluetooth LED on the secondary speaker will be lit solid green, and you will hear “Synced” from the “secondary” speaker (if voice prompts are enabled).
Note: The Bluetooth range will be determined by the distance that your Bluetooth device is to the “primary” speaker. See Technical Specifications for Bluetooth and Multi-SyncTM ranges.
Tips:
- TahitiTM Speaker can sync audio with other Multi-SyncTM-compatible ION Audio speakers. To find out more, visit ionaudio.com.
- It is recommended when using multiple Tahiti Speakers to rename the speakers in your device’s Bluetooth list. This will allow easy identification between the primary and secondary speakers when connecting through Bluetooth or the Sound XPTM app.
Remote Power & Standby
- If your TahitiTM Speakers have been connected in Multi-SyncTM Mode, make sure your Bluetooth device is connected to the Primary speaker. The Bluetooth LED on the primary speaker will be lit solid white.
- Once confirmed, open the ION Sound XPTM app and select the Tahiti Speaker. Once the speaker connects to the app, return to the speaker library page.
- On the TahitiTM Speaker listing, you will see a Power button icon. Tapping the power icon once will put the primary, as well as any connected secondary speakers, into Standby mode. Tapping the power icon again will wake up the primary speaker and any connected secondary speakers to resume normal functionality.
Note: When the TahitiTM Speaker(s) are in Standby mode, battery life is slightly reduced. If the Standby feature is not a feature you use, it is recommended to fully power down the speakers after each use to extend battery life. To completely power down the speakers: press and hold the Power/Standby button on the speaker. This is also recommended before storing the speakers for extended periods of time.
Troubleshooting
If the unit is not charging: Make sure the micro-USB 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 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 TahitiTM Speaker via Bluetooth:
- Have your audio device (e.g., smartphone or tablet) and TahitiTM Speaker as close together as possible while trying to connect. Make sure both the audio device and TahitiTM Speaker are unobstructed by walls, furniture, etc.
- Reset the Bluetooth connection on TahitiTM Speaker to disconnect TahitiTM Speaker from any other audio device and restart the search process. If this does not work right away, power off Tahiti Speaker and then power it back on. See Bluetooth Connecting with TahitiTM Speaker for more information.
- Reset the Bluetooth connection on your audio device by turning Bluetooth off 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 TahitiTM Speaker before, find TahitiTM Speaker 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 Un or Forget. Turn TahitiTM Speaker off and back on and try ing again once it reappears in your available devices list.
Note: If Tahiti Speaker has been ed to another audio device recently that is still within range, you may need to repeat this process with that audio device to fully disconnect.
If you experience audio dropouts while playing music from a Bluetooth device, this may be happening because your unit is trying to link to another speaker. This can occur if you power off a speaker that was linked to your unit or if you have just turned on your unit and it is in Multi-SyncTM mode. To stop the audio dropouts, exit Multi-SyncTM mode by double-pressing the Link button. Alternatively, you can wait for your unit to link to another TahitiTM Speaker if there is one within range. If you would like to stop your speaker from automatically linking when you power it on, make sure you double-press the Bluetooth button to exit Multi-SyncTM mode before you power it off.
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