Tivoli Audio SBMGRN SongBook MAX Premium Bluetooth Sound System Owner’s Manual

June 16, 2024
Tivoli Audio

Tivoli Audio SBMGRN SongBook MAX Premium Bluetooth Sound System

WELCOME

Congratulations on your purchase of a truly unique sound system. The SongBook MAX combines timeless design with modern functionality. High performance sound quality, rechargeable lithium batteries, a carry handle and a durable frame make the SongBook MAX the perfect portable speaker. Whether entertaining in home or hosting outdoors, the SongBook MAX is perfect for any space, any situation, and any style.
To take full advantage of what your new speaker is capable of, please take a moment to read this owner’s manual and the safety instructions. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio directly.
Please save the carton and original packing should you ever need to ship your radio, as shipping damage is not covered by the factory warranty.
On behalf of all of us, thank you for choosing Tivoli Audio, and enjoy your new SongBook MAX!

Included with your SongBook MAX you should find:

  • One (1) USB-C to USB-C cable
  • One (1) microfiber cloth
  • One (1) Lithium-ion battery pack (installed)

Please contact your dealer or Tivoli Audio if any of these items are missing.

Tivoli Audio
Boston, MA
USA
www.tivoliaudio.com
[email protected]

Before You Begin

For your safety, the SongBook MAX is shipped from the factory with partially charged batteries. With the unit off, connect a power supply (not included) and plug it into a wall outlet to charge the batteries. The SongBook MAX supports USB PD Fast charging via the USB-C Charge Port. The power delivered by the charger must be between min 5 Watts required by the Songbook MAX, and max 30 Watts in order to achieve the maximum charging speed.

Like many rechargeable devices, you may see a delay before the LED starts to blink when the SongBook MAX is brand new and first plugged in, or when left unused for several weeks. This is a feature of the power management system designed to protect the batteries from damage. It may take up to 4 charge/discharge cycles before the batteries are operating at full capacity.

Guide to Features

Front Panel

  1. EQ: Tailor your sound by adjusting the Lo, Mid, Hi frequency bands. Adjustment ranges from -6dB to +6dB.

  2. Display: Displays frequency and other information.

  3. Source: Turn to access desired source. Single press to access settings menu.

  4. Volume: Rotate to adjust volume.

  5. Tuning Knob: Rotate to adjust the FM frequency or DAB Station.

  6. LED Indicator: Indicates when SongBook MAX is on.

  7. Aux In: 1/4” (6.35mm) Auxiliary Input. Use to plug in an MP3 player, record player, keyboard, guitar or other instruments. Your input may require the use of a ¼” to 1/8” adapter.

  8. Amp/Line Toggle Switch: Activates the onboard preamp:
    Set to Line when plugging in an MP3 player, keyboard or other line level inputs.
    Set to Amp when plugging in a guitar, instrument or other inputs requiring high impedance input.

  9. On/Off Toggle Switch: Switch up to power on, down to power off.
    Top Panel

  10. BT: Single press to enter Bluetooth Pairing mode. On your phone or tablet, select “SongBook MAX_XXXX” to complete pairing.

  11. SCAN: Single press to scan to the next available station.

  12. Preset Buttons: Press and hold to save an FM or DAB station to the preset. To recall a station, quickly press the desired preset button. SongBook MAX may store up to 5 presets.
    Rear Panel

  13. USB-C: USB-C Charging port, compatible with USB PD Fast Charging up to 30W.

  14. SERVICE: USB-A service port. Only for use by an Authorized Tivoli service center.

Bluetooth Operation

Prior to pairing, verify your smart device is not connected to any other Bluetooth product. Devices may pair differently.
Below is a general guide.

  1. Set the SongBook MAX to Bluetooth source. The SongBook MAX should automatically enter pairing mode, indicated by a blinking blue LED. To start pairing mode, press the pairing button located on the top panel.
  2. Go to the Bluetooth settings screen on your phone or tablet.
  3. Select the device that has a name similar to “SongBook MAX_XXXXX”.
  4. Once you hear the Bluetooth connection tone, you are paired to the MAX.

Radio Operation

FM Mode
Manual Tune Up: To manually tune up to a higher frequency station, rotate the tuning knob to the right.
Manual Tune Down: To manually tune down to a lower frequency station, rotate the tuning knob to the left.
Autoscan Up: To autoscan to the next available station, press the scan button located on the top panel.
Add a station to your preset stations: To add a station to your saved preset stations, press and hold the desired preset button. Simply hold the number preset you would like to use and wait for on-screen confirmation. To delete the preset, press and hold the number preset you want to delete and wait for the on-screen confirmation.

DAB/DAB+/DMB Mode
Manual Tune Up: To manually tune up to a higher frequency station, rotate the tuning knob to the right.
Manual Tune Down: To manually tune down to a lower frequency station, rotate the tuning knob to the left.
Rescan: To rescan for all DAB stations, press the scan button.
Add a station to your preset stations: To add a station to your saved preset stations, press and hold the desired preset button. Simply hold the number preset you would like to use and wait for on-screen confirmation. To delete the preset, press and hold the number preset you want to delete and wait for the on-screen confirmation.

Auxiliary Operation

The SongBook MAX can be used as a standalone speaker. Use the ¼” (6.35mm) auxiliary input to attach any line or headphone level or high impedance source into your speaker. You can control the volume of the speaker using the volume control on the SongBook MAX or with the volume control of your audio source. Your input may require the use of a 1/4” to 1/8” (6.35mm to 3.5mm) adapter.

AMP / LINE Toggle Switch
This toggle switch controls the onboard preamp, allowing you to connect a variety of inputs.

LINE: Set the toggle to Line when plugging in a line or headphone level source. This setting turns the onboard preamp OFF, and is for use with inputs that do not require additional amplification.
Use this setting when connecting an MP3 player, record player, keyboard or other line-level inputs.

AMP: Set the toggle to Amp when plugging in a guitar, bass or other instruments requiring a high impedance input. This setting turns the onboard preamp ON, and is for use with instruments or other inputs that require additional amplification.
Use this setting when connecting instruments or other inputs requiring a high impedance input.

AMP IT UP
With the switch set to AMP, the AUX IN Input is active in Bluetooth Mode. Use this feature for home practice, or open mic nights! Stream a track on Bluetooth and play along using the AMP input.

CAUTION:
Always turn the volume down to 0 before plugging in or unplugging your aux input.
If you are unsure which preamp setting to use:

  • First set the toggle to LINE
  • If you need more volume: set the toggle to AMP
  • Take care to not set the toggle switch to AMP when connecting a line level source. The additional input volume may cause damage to the SongBook MAX’s speakers.

EQ Section

Use the sliders to tailor the sound to your liking. Adjust the Lo, Mid and Hi frequency ranges – each slider ranges from -6 dB to +6dB. The points on the front panel by the slider correspond with +/- 2, 4, 6 dB. The setting of the slider will also be displayed temporarily on the display.

About The Battery Pack

The SongBook uses a sealed pack of Lithium Ion cells. The display and front panel LED serve as a power, battery power and charge status indicator. Use only an authorized Tivoli Audio SongBook Lithium-Ion battery. The estimated battery life on a full charge is 10 hours. Note: battery life varies depending on volume and EQ settings.

Low Battery
When the SongBook MAX is switched On but not plugged in, as the batteries become discharged, the LED Indicator will change to red, indicating the batteries are in need of being recharged. The remaining playback time from the moment the LED indicates Red until the SongBook MAX shuts off is estimated between 30 minutes and 1 hour. For instance, the SongBook MAX will likely play longer off of the batteries at a low volume than at higher volume levels. As you use your Songbook MAX, you will develop a better idea of how much playback time you have before recharging is necessary. You may also notice reduced battery playback time with SongBook MAX when using Bluetooth®.

Leaving the SongBook MAX plugged for long periods of time when not in use may cause premature wear to the batteries. There is no harm in operating the SongBook MAX with the power supply, however charge time will be affected. The SongBook MAX is always running off the battery, even when plugged in and charging. FM and DAB reception may be effected when the SongBook MAX is powered on and charging.

Charging
USB-C Charging Device NOT Included with the SongBook.

SongBook supports USB PD Fast charging via the USB-C Charge Port. The power delivered by the charger must be between min 5 Watts required by the Songbook, and max 30 Watts in order to achieve the maximum charging speed.

For fastest charging, use a USB-C PD Charger capable of delivering 15V 1.5A.

LED Indicator:

  • Red (Blinking): SongBook is charging.
  • Green (Blinking): SongBook charging complete.

Standby Mode
If your SongBook MAX is powered on and idle, it will automatically enter standby mode.

Normal Standby: In AUX IN mode, the SongBook MAX will enter normal standby after 15 minutes of no audio. To wake the speaker, toggle the Power switch off then back on. Power consumption in Normal Standby mode is less than 0.8W.

Network Standby: In BT mode, the SongBook MAX will enter network standby after 15 minutes of no audio. To wake the speaker, single press the Source knob or toggle the Power switch off then back on. Power consumption in Network Standby mode is less than 2W.

Settings

Single press the Source knob to enter settings menu. Rotate the source knob left or right to scroll through the menu options. Single press the source knob to confirm.

System
Single press the Source knob to enter the menu.

Contrast
Rotate the source knob until appears onscreen. Single press the Source knob. Turn the source knob until the desired contrast is achieved.

Auto Standby
Rotate the source knob until appears onscreen. Single press the Source knob. Rotate the source knob to Enable or Disable the Auto Standby function.
Single press the Source knob to confirm.

Software Version
Rotate the source knob until appears onscreen. Single press the Source knob to view the current software version.

Factory Reset
Rotate the source knob until appears onscreen. Single press the Source knob. Turn the source knob until the confirmation appears, then press the source knob to confirm. A Factory Reset will restore all features on the SongBook MAX to their default settings.

Preset
In FM or DAB source, rotate the source knob until appears onscreen. Single Press the Source knob. Rotate the source knob to view currently stored presets.

Scan Setting
In FM or DAB source, turn the source knob until appears onscreen. Single press the source knob. Turn the source knob to select the desired scan strength. Singe press to confirm.

Specifications

Model: SongBook MAX
Type: Premium Bluetooth® SoundSystem with FM and DAB Radio
Drivers: 1x 4” Sub, 1x 4” Midrange, 1x 0.75” Tweeter
Rated Output: 50W
Rated Input: 5Vdc, 3A 9Vdc, 2.5A 15Vdc, 1.5A
Battery Pack: Lithium Ion 7.3Vdc, 5000mAh
Battery Current: 1000mA
AC Adapter: Not Included Compatible with USB PD Fast Charging
Dimensions: 382mm W x 281mm H x 152mm D
Weight: 11.8 lbs, 5.38 kgs
Operating Temperature: 0-45°C

Limited Warranty

Tivoli Audio manufactures its products to very high standards and we are confident our products will perform well.
Accordingly, we warranty our products against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship to the original owner, for a period of one year in the United States and two years in the European Union from the original date of purchase. For countries where minimum warranty terms are determined by statute, the warranty term is the statutory period required.
In all other locations, the warranty term is one year.

This warranty does not extend to damage caused by improper installation, faulty ancillary equipment, modifications, unauthorized repair, shipping damage or loss, abuse, accidents, use on improper voltage/current, lightning or other acts of God, normal wear and tear, commercial use, or purchase from unauthorized dealers. Proof of purchase as evidence the unit was purchased from an authorized dealer within the warranty period may be required for warranty service.
Should service be necessary, please do NOT return the product without first contacting your dealer or Tivoli Audio.

This warranty is non-transferable. Tivoli Audio will not pay for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of the product, or damages caused by this product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion of consequential damages, therefore, these restrictions may not apply to you.

For more warranty information please visit us at www.tivoliaudio.com
For European warranty information please visit us at www.tivoliaudio.eu

Manufactured by

Tivoli Audio, Inc
Boston, MA USA

European Importer

Tivoli Audio, Cooperatief
Mariaplaats 3
3511 LH Utrecht
The Netherlands

www.tivoliaudio.com

  tivoliaudio
@tivoliaudio

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