ION AUDIO Solar Powered Geode Rock Speakers User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- ION Audio
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AUDIO Solar Powered Geode Rock Speakers
User Guide
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Geode™ 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 off 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 Geode™ 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
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SETUP
Outdoor Use and Care
Though Geode™ Rock Speakers are water-resistant and able to tolerate
splashing water, please review the tips below to get the best performance from
your Geode™ Rock Speakers:
- Bring Geode™ Rock Speakers indoors during extreme weather.
- Please do not place Geode™ Rock Speakers in standing water or puddles.
- Please do not attempt to charge Geode™ 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 affected by water and cause a risk of electric shock.
Charging & Battery Information
For the quickest charging time, power off Geode™ Rock Speakers and use the
included micro-USB 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.
Geode™ Rock Speakers’ battery life can also be prolonged between charges using
the solar panels. When the battery is low, the LLED will illuminate red to
indicate the speaker is charging from the solar panel. For best results, place
Geode™ 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 off, even if it
is left in the sunlight.
Under certain conditions, Geode™ Rock Speakers will automatically power off 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 off after 10 minutes. If Bluetooth is connected but no
audio is playing, the speakers will power off 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
30–80% 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.
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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.
FEATURES
Side Panel
A. Status LED
This LED will illuminate to indicate the current operation of the Geode™ 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 Geode™ Rock Speakers on and off. You will
hear “Power On” and “Power Off” when doing so if voice prompts are enabled. By
default, voice prompts are on, and you can turn them off or back on from the
ION Sound Control™ app.
C. Micro-USB Charging Port
Connect the micro-USB end of the included cable to Geode™ 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 Geode™ Rock Speakers here using a 1/8”
(3.5 mm) auxiliary cable (not included).
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 IION Sound Control™ app.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the app. Once downloaded, the ION Sound Control™ app will appear on your device’s home screen.
- Connect your device to Geode™ Rock Speakers via Bluetooth. See Operation > Bluetooth® Connecting with Geode™ Rock Speakers to learn how to do this.
- Open the ION Sound Control™ app. If prompted, allow the app to access your device’s Bluetooth and Location Services.
- Follow the steps on screen to find and connect to your Geode™ 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.
Bluetooth Connecting with Geode™ Rock Speakers
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Turn on one Geode™ 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 Geode™ Rock Speaker will automatically enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
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Navigate to your device’s Bluetooth setup screen, find GGEODE ROCK, and connect.
Note: Do not connect to iSP170_BLE; this is reserved exclusively for connecting to the ION Sound Control™ app. If you experience trouble in connecting, select “Forget this Device” on your Bluetooth device and try to connect again. -
Once paired, you will hear “Connected” (if voice prompts are enabled) and two beeps, and the Status LED will become solid blue.
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You can now press play in your music player app of choice on your device.
To disconnect a paired device, turn off 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.
Automatic Wireless Stereo-Link™
To sync both Geode™ Rock
Speakers together:
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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.
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If you are not already connected, pair your Bluetooth device to the primary speaker using the directions above.
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Power on the second speaker by pressing and holding the Power button.
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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 LLEDs 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. -
You can now begin streaming audio from your Bluetooth device, which will play from both the primary and secondary speakers at the same time.
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 Geode™ Rock Speakers via the ION Sound Control™ 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 Geode™ Rock Speakers via
Bluetooth:
- Have your audio device (e.g., smartphone or tablet) and Geode™ Rock Speakers as close together as possible while trying to connect. Make sure both the audio device and Geode™ Rock Speakers are unobstructed by walls, furniture, etc.
- Double-press the Bluetooth button to disconnect Geode™ Rock Speakers from any other audio device and restart the search process. If this does not work right away, power off Geode™ Rock Speakers and then power it back on. See Operation > Bluetooth® Connecting with Geode™ Rock Speakers 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 Geode™ Rock Speakers before, find Geode™ 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 Geode™ Rock Speakers off and back on and try pairing again once it reappears in your available devices list.
Note: If Geode™ 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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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-Link™ 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 affected by walls, obstructions, and movement. For optimal performance, place the product so it is unobstructed by walls or furniture and is raised off the ground.
Battery life may vary based on temperature, age, and volume usage of product.
Trademarks & Licenses
**ION Audio is a trademark of in Music 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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