Soundcore A3166 Glow Portable Speaker User Guide

Soundcore A3166 Glow Portable Speaker

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Specifications

• Model: soundcore Glow (A3166)
• Power Button
• Power LED
• LED Ring Light Button
• Multi-Function Button
• Volume Up Button
• Bluetooth Button
• Bluetooth LED
• PartyCast Button
• Volume Down Button
• Strap AUX Input Port
• USB-C Charging Port

Charging Your Speaker
The soundcore Glow speaker comes with a built-in battery. To charge the speaker:

1. Connect the USB-C charging cable to the USB-C charging port on the speaker.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a power source.
3. The LED on the speaker will indicate the charging status:
   • Flashing Red: Low Battery
   • Steady Red: Being Charged
   • Steady White: Fully Charged

Powering On / Off
To power on the speaker, press the Power Button. The Power LED will turn steady white. To power off the speaker, press and hold the Power Button for 2 seconds until the LED turns off.
Note: The speaker will automatically power off after 20 minutes if no device is connected.

Using Your Speaker

Bluetooth Mode
To use the speaker in Bluetooth mode:

1. Press the Bluetooth Button to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
2. Select “soundcore Glow” from the Bluetooth list on your device to connect.
3. The Bluetooth LED will indicate the pairing status:
   • Flashing Blue: Pairing
   • Steady Blue: Connected

TWS Mode
In TWS (True Wireless Stereo) mode, you can pair two identical soundcore Glow speakers for stereo sound:

1. With one speaker connected to a smartphone, press and hold the Bluetooth Button for 2 seconds on both speakers to enter TWS pairing mode.
2. The speakers will indicate the pairing status:
   • Flashing White (Speaker 1)
   • Steady Blue (Speaker 1)
   • Steady White (Speaker 2)

PartyCast Mode
In PartyCast mode, you can synchronize audio and light with up to 100 Soundcore speakers:

1. With one speaker connected to a smartphone, press the PartyCast Button on up to 100 Soundcore speakers with PartyCast function.
2. The speakers will indicate the pairing status:
   • Flashing White: Pairing
   • Steady White: Connected

Light Modes
The soundcore Glow speaker features a body light that changes with the rhythm of the music. It has 5 preset music-sync light modes:

• Campfire Vibes
• Neon Night
• Spring Break
• Euphoric Dance
• Romantic Stroll

You can switch between light modes by pressing the LED Ring Light Button. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to turn off the light.

AUX-In Mode
The speaker also supports AUX-In mode. Connect your audio device to the AUX Input Port using an AUX cable to play audio through the speaker.

Button Controls
The speaker has various button controls for different functions:

• Power On: Press the Power Button.
• Power Off: Press and hold the Power Button for 2 seconds.
• Play / Pause: Press the Multi-Function Button.
• Next Track: Press the Multi-Function Button twice.
• Previous Track: Press the Multi-Function Button three times.
• Answer / End a Call: Press the Multi-Function Button.
• Reject a Call: Press and hold the Multi-Function Button for 2 seconds.
• Activate Voice Assistant Software: Press and hold the Multi-Function Button.
• Enter Bluetooth Pairing Mode: Press the Bluetooth Button.
• Enter / Exit TWS Pairing Mode: Press and hold the Bluetooth Button for 2 seconds.
• Switch Light Modes: Press the LED Ring Light Button.
• Turn off Light: Press and hold the LED Ring Light Button for 2 seconds.
• Volume Up / Down: Press the Volume Up / Volume Down Button.
• Enter / Exit PartyCast Pairing Mode: Press the PartyCast Button.

Soundcore App
To enhance your experience, download the soundcore app. The app allows you to:

• Set auto-power-off time: Set an auto-power-off time for the speaker.
• Choose light effects: Besides the music-sync light effects, you can select your favorite light effects.

Disclaimer:
Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc. Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc.

FAQ

• Q: How do I pair two soundcore Glow speakers in TWS mode?
  A: With one speaker connected to a smartphone, press and hold the Bluetooth Button for 2 seconds on both speakers to enter TWS pairing mode.

• Q: How many Soundcore speakers can be synchronized in PartyCast mode?
  A: Up to 100 Soundcore speakers can be synchronized in PartyCast mode.

• Q: Can I control the light modes through the soundcore app?
  A: No, the light modes can only be controlled through the LED Ring Light Button on the speaker.

• Q: How do I turn off the body light on the soundcore Glow speaker?
  A: Press and hold the LED Ring Light Button for 2 seconds to turn off the light.

At a Glance

1. Power Button
2. Power LED
3. LED Ring Light Button
4. Multi-Function Button
5. Volume Up Button
6. Bluetooth Button
7. Bluetooth LED
8. PartyCast Button
9. Volume Down Button
10. Strap
11. AUX Input Port
12. USB-C Charging Port

Charging Your Speaker

• Use a certified USB-C cable and charger to prevent any damage.
• Fully charge this speaker before the first use to prolong the lifespan of the built-in battery.

Powering On / Off

This speaker will power off automatically after 20 minutes if no device is connected.

Using Your Speaker

Bluetooth Mode
Press the Bluetooth button to enter Bluetooth pairing mode, then select “soundcore Glow” from the Bluetooth list to connect.

• To re-enter Bluetooth pairing mode, press the Bluetooth button once.
• This speaker can only play music on one mobile device at a time. To play from another connected device, pause the device that’s currently active first.
• Each time you power on your speaker, it will automatically connect to your last connected device if available within the Bluetooth range. If not, press the Bluetooth button to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.

TWS Mode
Two identical Soundcore speakers can pair with each other for stereo sound. Both speakers can play the same audio (one as the left channel and the other as the right channel). With one speaker connected to a smartphone, press and hold the Bluetooth button for 2 seconds on two speakers to enter TWS pairing mode.

To exit TWS mode, press and hold the Bluetooth button for at least 2 seconds.

PartyCast Mode
With one speaker connected to a smartphone, press the PartyCast button on up to 100 Soundcore speakers with PartyCast function to synchronize audio and light.

Soundcore speakers with PartyCast function can also be connected with this speaker.

Light Modes
The body light on the speaker changes with the rhythm of the music. There are 5 preset music-sync light modes: Campfire Vibes / Neon Night / Spring Break / Euphoric Dance / Romantic Stroll. You can also check all available body light modes in the soundcore app.

AUX-In Mode

• AUX cable is not included.
• When using AUX-In mode, control audio playback via the connected device.

Button Controls

Soundcore App

Download the soundcore app to enhance your experience.

• Product information: Check the product name and software version, or read the user guide.
• Firmware update: You will be informed once a new version of firmware is detected when you connect the speaker with the app.
• Battery status: Indicates the remaining battery level of your speaker.
• Volume control: Adjust the volume level via the app without pressing the buttons on the speaker.
• EQ settings: There are 4 preset EQ settings you can choose from in the app to optimize your experience while enjoying different music genres.
• • soundcore Signature: Standard EQ mode optimized for well-balanced sound.
  • Voice: Voices stand out more clearly from other ambient sounds.
  • Balance: No enhancement for high-frequency and low-frequency sounds.
  • BassUp: Turn on BassUp to enhance the low-frequency sound.
• Set auto-power off time: Set an auto-power off time. The speaker will automatically turn off when the time is up.
• Light effects: Besides the music-sync light effects, you can also choose your favorite light effects.
• Voice prompt: Mute or restore the voice prompt while powering on/off.

Reset
Press and hold the Bluetooth button and volume up button simultaneously for at least 4 seconds to reset the speaker.

Specifications

• DC Power Input 5V=3A
• Battery Capacity 3350mAh/7.2V
• Audio Output Power 30W
• Speaker Driver 2.5″ Full Range x1
• Charging Time 4 Hours
• Play Time (varies by volume level and music content) Up to 18 Hours
• Waterproof Level IP67
• Bluetooth Version 5.3
• Bluetooth Range 100m / 328ft

References

• 863.de
• 863.eu is available for purchase - Sedo.com
• soundcore Headphones & Speakers - Hear it, Feel it - soundcore US
• soundcore Headphones & Speakers - Hear it, Feel it - soundcore US
• Anker (アンカー) Japan 公式オンラインストア – Anker Japan 公式オンラインストア
• soundcore Headphones & Speakers - Hear it, Feel it - soundcore US
• soundcore Headphones & Speakers - Hear it, Feel it - soundcore US

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