User Manual Ion EXPLORERFXXUS High-power premium Bluetooth speaker

• Owner's manual - (English, Spanish)

Table of contents

• Explorer FX Quickstart Guide (English)
• Safety & Warranty Information (English)

Explorer FX Quickstart Guide (English)

Outdoor Use and Care

Though Explorer FX is water-resistant and able to tolerate splashing water, please review the tips below to get the best performance from Explorer FX:

• Explorer FX must only be used outdoors with power outlets or extension cords that are rated for outdoor use. Please do not connect the power cable to Explorer FX in a wet environment. Make sure the power input, power cable, and power outlet are all completely dry before making any connections.
• Please do not place Explorer FX in standing water, and bring Explorer FX indoors during extreme weather.

Rechargeable Batteries

• Fully charge the battery prior to first use.
• Charge the battery completely after each use. It is acceptable to leave Explorer FX plugged in; this will not overcharge the battery. Explorer FX does not need to be powered on to charge the battery.
• The battery icon blinking on the Display means that the battery is charging. When fully charged, all segments of the battery icon will be lit without blinking. When the power cable is disconnected, the battery icon shows the current level of the battery.
• 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. If you leave the battery level low and do not charge it for 6 months, it may permanently lose capacity.

Features

1. Power Button: This button turns Explorer FX on or off.
2. Bluetooth Button: Press and release the Bluetooth button to pair to a Bluetooth device or disconnect a paired Bluetooth device. See below to learn more.
3. Light Mode Button: Press this button to cycle through the four different light modes for Explorer FX's multicolored button LEDs, or to turn the lights off.
4. Link: Press and hold this button to start stereo linking to another Explorer FX speaker. Once the link has been established, LINK should appear on the Display. Select which unit will be the primary speaker by pressing and releasing its Bluetooth button. Use this speaker for pairing with a Bluetooth device or selecting a radio station. The primary speaker will play left channel audio, and the secondary speaker will play right channel audio. To disconnect the link between the two speakers, double-press the Link button.
5. Radio Selector: This button sets the radio to FM, AM, or turns the radio off.
6. Tune/Track Buttons: Press and release 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 radio station), hold either button down for a few seconds.
7. 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. To save the current station as a preset, press and hold this button, use the Tune/Track buttons to select which preset you want to save it to, and press this button again to confirm.
8. Display: This screen shows information relevant to Explorer FX’s current operation. See the full User Guide to learn more.
9. Volume Control: Press this knob to toggle between controlling the music volume and controlling the microphone volume. Turn the knob to increase or decrease the volume.
10. Microphone Input: Connect a microphone to this 1/4” (6.35 mm) mono input.
11. Auxiliary Input: This stereo 1/8” (3.5 mm) input can be used to connect a CD player, MP3 player, or other audio source.
12. 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.
13. Touch FX: Press this button to cycle between the FX modes for the pads. See below to learn more.
14. Pads: Press these pads to trigger different sound samples, depending on the setting of the Touch FX button.
15. Boom Button: Press this button to simultaneously enhance the bass EQ and volume and activate a light show that pulses to the beat of the music.

Pairing with a Bluetooth Device

1. Make sure the speaker is within range of your Bluetooth device (no more than 100 ft. / 30.5 m away).
2. Press and release the Bluetooth button on the speaker.
3. Navigate to your Bluetooth device’s setup screen. Then find and select Explorer FX. If your Bluetooth device prompts for a pairing code, enter 0000.

Note: If you have previously connected to your Bluetooth device, Explorer FX will reconnect automatically.

Tip: Double-press the Bluetooth button to enable or disable the Bluetooth pairing voice prompts.

To disconnect a paired Bluetooth device, press and release the Bluetooth button.

Using Touch FX

Press the Touch FX button to toggle between the five different FX modes, each with eight different fun sounds: Drum, DJ, Sport, Speech and Fun.

Tap the pads to trigger each sound effect. Use the Drum and DJ effects to enhance your dance party, the Sport effects to fire up the crowd at the game, punctuate a toast with the Speech effects, or have a blast with the Fun effects.

App Control

IMPORTANT: To ensure the best possible experience with the app, use the most current Android OS or iOS on your device.

Note: Ensure that your device has internet access via your service provider or wireless connection. You can also download the app on your computer, but remember to connect and sync your device to transfer the app.

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 XP app.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the app. Once downloaded, the ION Sound XP app will appear on your device's home screen.

Safety & Warranty Information (English)

Product Warranty

1. What is covered and for how long?

All Products: ION Audio, LLC (“ION Audio”) warrants to the original purchaser that ION Audio products and all other accessories are free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase from an authorized ION Audio dealer and continuing for the following period of time after that date for ninety (90) days. ION Audio warrants factory-refurbished merchandise to be free of material and operational defects for a period of ninety (90) days from the original date of retail sale. This refurbished merchandise warranty is not transferable.

2. What is not covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the product by the purchaser. This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) damage caused by improper installation or improper connection to any peripheral; (b) damage caused by an external electrical fault; (c) damage from use of parts not manufactured or sold by ION Audio; (d) product purchased from anyone other than an ION Audio authorized dealer; (e) modifications to product not approved in writing by ION Audio; (f) equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible; (g) normal cosmetic and mechanical wear; (h) damage or loss during transit to an Authorized ION Audio Repair Center; or (i) units that are purchased and/or located outside of the continental USA.

3. What are ION Audio’s obligations? During the applicable warranty period, ION Audio will repair or replace, at ION Audio’s sole option, without charge to the purchaser, any defective component part of the product. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, purchaser must first contact ION Audio and obtain a return merchant authorization (“RMA”) number. Purchaser must then return the product to ION Audio in an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by purchaser’s sales receipt or comparable proof of sale showing the date of purchase, the serial number of the product, and the seller’s name and address. To obtain an RMA number and assistance on where to return the product, contact ION Audio customer service at 401-658-3743. Upon receipt, ION Audio will repair or replace the defective products. ION Audio may, at ION Audio’s sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or components when repairing any product or replace a product with a rebuilt, reconditioned, new or comparable product. Repaired products will be warranted for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original product or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards, and equipment become the property of ION Audio. If ION Audio determines that any product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such product.

4. What are the limits on ION Audio’s liabilities? THE WARRANTIES GIVEN IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, TOGETHER WITH ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING ION AUDIO PRODUCTS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ION AUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS, DAMAGES TO PURCHASER’S PROPERTY, OR INJURY TO PURCHASER OR OTHERS ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY ION AUDIO PRODUCT, BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR NEGLIGENCE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ION AUDIO’S OWN NEGLIGENCE, EVEN IF ION AUDIO OR THEIR AGENTS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE WARRANTY FOR ION AUDIO PRODUCTS, AND IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ILLEGAL OR UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW, SUCH PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILTY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY OF THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS.

This Limited Warranty allocates risk of product failure between purchaser and ION Audio, and ION Audio’s product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of ION Audio are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make additional warranties binding on ION Audio. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by ION Audio and should not be relied upon.

5. How does state law apply to this warranty? SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO PURCHASER.

This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from one jurisdiction to another.

Please record the serial number of your unit as shown on the back of the chassis as well as the name of the dealer from whom you purchased the unit. Retain this information and your original purchase receipt for your records. Go to our website ionaudio.com to register your product with us.

Model: Purchased From:

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read and keep these instructions. Heed all warnings and follow all Instructions.
2. Water and Moisture (if applicable): This product should be kept away from direct contact with liquids. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
3. Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install this equipment in a confined or “boxed-in” space such as a bookcase or similar unit, and maintain good ventilation conditions. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not place exposed flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.
5. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug (if applicable). 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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
6. If applicable) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. When moving or not using the appliance, secure the power cord (e.g., wrap it with a cable tie). Be careful not to damage the power cord. Before using it again, make sure the power cord has not been damaged. If the power cord has been damaged at all, bring the unit and cord to a qualified service technician for repair or replacement as specified by the manufacturer.
7. Use only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus (if applicable). When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
8. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
9. Power Sources (if applicable): This product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in these operating instructions, or as marked on the unit.
10. Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Batteries (a battery pack or an installed battery) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, etc. (This applies only if your product uses a battery.)
11. Protective earthing terminal (if applicable): The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
12. For Class II apparatus only (if applicable): This symbol means the equipment is a Class II or double-insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.
13. Class II Wiring (if applicable): To reduce the risk of electric shock, the external wiring connected to the terminals with “Class II Wiring” requires Class II wiring installed by an instructed person or the use of readymade leads or cords.
14. This apparatus is for professional use only. Intended operational climate: moderate.
15. Warning (if applicable): Excessive sound pressure (high volumes) from headphones can cause hearing loss.
16. Warning (if applicable): Please refer to any important information (e.g., electrical, safety, etc.) printed on the exterior bottom enclosure or rear panel before installing or operating the product.
17. Warning (if applicable): Terminals marked with the lightning bolt symbol may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
18. As an electrical appliance, this device must be turned on and checked after a long period of non-use for maintenance purposes.