SoundExtreme Elite 18 Inch Powersports Amplified Soundbar User Guide
- June 17, 2024
- SoundExtreme
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SoundExtreme Elite 18 Inch Powersports Amplified Soundbar
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Specifications
- Unit Weight: 8 lbs
- Radio Frequency Range US: FM 87.5 – 107.9 mHz
- Unit + Mounts Weight: 8.5 lbs
- RF Remote Operating Frequency: 433 MHz
- Bluetooth Compliance: Bluetooth V 5.1
- Power Cable In-Line Blade Fuse: 15A, 32V
- Modulation: GFSK, /4-DQPSK, 8DPSK
- Bluetooth Range: Up to 100 ft / 30m
- Waterproof / Dustproof Rating: IP66
- Tweeter (2x): 1.5” (38 mm) tweeter
- Woofer (2x): 4” (102 mm) woofer
- Mid-Range Speaker (4x): 2.25” (57 mm) speaker
- Audio Output Power: 500W (peak)
Product Usage Instructions
Care and Maintenance
1. Do NOT apply excessive force to any surfaces of the unit.
2. Do NOT use or store the unit in places with high
temperature.
3. AVOID prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV
sunlight) and strong magnetic fields.
Important Legal Information
– Never power the unit if water has entered.
– Do not use the unit if it has been severely impacted; return
it for assessment.
– Do not attempt to fix or repair the unit yourself; send it
back to SoundExtreme for assessments and repairs.
Safety Advisory & Warning
– Read and follow all instructions. Use only as intended.
– Do NOT open the unit for repair; always seek a qualified
technician.
– Ensure all connections are dry before connecting to a power
source, especially after exposure to water.
FAQ
Q: Can the SoundExtreme Speaker be used outdoors?
A: Yes, the SoundExtreme Speaker has a waterproof/dustproof
rating of IP66, making it suitable for outdoor use.
Q: What is the peak audio output power of the SoundExtreme
Elite 18 inch Powersports Amplified Soundbar?
A: The peak audio output power of the SoundExtreme Elite 18 inch
Powersports Amplified Soundbar is 500W.
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What’s in the Box
SoundExtreme Speaker
SoundExtreme Elite 18 inch Powersports Amplified Soundbar
SE18E
Model: SEI-SE18E01
User Guide
SoundExtreme RF Remote User Guide Control
8ft Power Cable
(2x) ¼-20 SHCS Bolt 3.5″ long
(2x) Rubber Allen Wrench (2x) ¼-20 SHCS (2x) ¼-20 Stud
Sleeves
for ¼-20
Bolt 2 long
1.5 long
(2x) ¼-20 SHCS (2x) ¼-20 SHCS Bolt 1.25 long Bolt 0.5 long
(2x) Mounts
(8x) #8-32 Button (2x) ¼-20
Head Bolts
Washer (S)
(2x) Rubber (4x) Worm Clamps (2x) ¼-20
Feet
– ½ Width
Washer (L)
(2x) ¼-20 Nut
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SoundExtreme Elite 18 inch Powersports Amplified Soundbar
SE18E
Model: SEI-SE18E01
User Guide
Introduction
Features
The SoundExtreme Elite (referred to as SE18E) includes the following features.
Speaker with Big Sound · 300 watt peak power. · 5 Marine-grade speakers: 1
tweeter, 2 mid-ranges, 2 woofers. Multi-Audio Source Inputs and Output ·
Bluetooth streaming.
· Bluetooth 5.1 long range and reliable connection to your phone. · Dual
simultaneous connections switch playback between
two phones. · Built-in speakerphone function. · FM radio (no AM radio). · Aux-
In / Aux-Out. Built-in EcoCast Wireless Audio · Wirelessly stream your radio’s
Bluetooth music, FM radio and Aux-In audio to EcoCast-enabled speakers.
Supports up to 100 wireless connections between any mix of EcoCast-enabled
ECOXGEAR and SoundExtreme soundbars, subwoofers, radios, and party speakers. ·
Play audio streams wirelessly received from an EcoCast Transmitting speaker.
No wires! Built-in LEDCast 2-Zone LED Controller · 1 Zone for LED backlit
speakers on the front and sides of the soundbar. · 1 Zone for the rear-facing
LED Light Bar.
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Important Legal Information
You should never 1.) Never power your SoundExtreme unit if you suspect water
has entered the device. Powering a device with water
inside could be potentially hazardous and cause fire or a spark. 2.) Never use
your SoundExtreme unit if you have dropped it or thrown it against a hard
surface which may have
destroyed the integrity of the housing. In the event of a severe impact to
your unit, please return the unit to SoundExtreme to review for potential
damage. 3.) Never attempt to fix, repair your SoundExtreme unit . Please send
it back to SoundExtreme for any assessments and repairs.
CARE, MAINTENANCE & PRECAUTIONS:
1.) Do NOT apply excessive force to any surfaces of the unit. 2.) Do NOT use
or store the unit in places with high temperature. 3.) AVOID prolonged
exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV sunlight) and strong magnetic fields.
LIMITED MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY:
The SE18E is covered by a 1-year limited warranty that covers defects in
workmanship and / or materials for a period of 1 year from original purchase
date. This warranty does not apply to any products which have been abused,
neglected, modified or used for a purpose other than the one for which they
were manufactured. Please refer to the above care and maintenance instructions
for suggested care details. The warranty is valid only for the original owner
who purchases the unit from an authorized dealer. Transfers do not qualify for
warranty protection. SoundExtreme reserves the right to replace any out-of-
stock or discontinued product with a comparable product. Discontinued products
may not be available for warranty replacement. Any contents are NOT covered by
the limited manufacturer’s warranty. Warranty terms may be revised without
notification at the discretion of the manufacturer. Please visit
www.soundextreme.com for additional product & warranty information.
SE18E by SoundExtreme Inc., Houston, Texas. Designed in Texas. Made in China.
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Important Legal Information
FCC STATEMENT:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: 1.) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and 2.) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: FCC’s RF
Exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance between 20cm the radiator to your body. This equipment has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures: reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, increase the
separation between the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected,
consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
RF WARNING STATEMENT:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The
device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
IC STATEMENT:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.) This device may not
cause interference, and 2.) This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
PRODUCT USE AND PROTECTION:
Read and follow all instructions. Use only as intended. The SoundExtreme unit
is intended to be used indoors or outdoors and in land or water environments.
The unit has been tested to IP66 waterproofing standards, which means the unit
can be exposed to dust and water, but should NOT be submerged underwater. To
prevent fire or shock, do NOT attempt to power this unit if it is wet or you
suspect water has entered the unit. In this situation, please return the unit
to SoundExtreme for a free assessment. If we have found that the unit has
carried water, we will repair or replace the unit free of charge.
SAFETY ADVISORY & WARNING:
Read and follow all instructions. Use only as intended. CAUTION: Do NOT open
to repair. A qualified technician must carry out repair work. ATTENTION: Do
NOT connect to a SoundExtreme product with LEDCast technology while the unit
is wet. Make sure
all connections are dry BEFORE connecting to a power source. Failure to do so
may result in electrical damage to the unit and may void the warranty.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ATTENTION: Do
NOT dispose of in a landfill. Contact SoundExtreme at www.gracesupport.com or
a certified recycling agent to dispose of the unit.
SAFETY:
This product has a limited life span of use and should be replaced when it
shows obvious signs of wear. Do not modify or remove any original component
parts of the speaker. Doing so could cause damage to the unit, allowing water
to ingress. A unit with water ingress should not be charged due to potential
risk of fire or shock. Please exercise care and good judgment when using your
SoundExtreme unit. You should always 1.) Return the unit to SoundExtreme if
you suspect water ingress into the unit or if the unit has experienced a
severe
impact that may have affected the integrity of the unit to take on water.
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Introduction
Integrated Addressable RGB LED Lights · Addressable RGB LED backlights on the
2 mid-range speakers
and 2 woofers. · Dual-function rear-facing light bar RGB party lights and
utility
(white) light with 3 brightness settings. Includes SoundExtreme RF Universal
Remote Control · Control the core audio and lighting functions remotely
anywhere
near and around your vehicle. SoundExtreme Smartphone App · With the free
SoundExtreme Smartphone App customize your
LED’s colors, speed, brightness, music sync and LED chasing. Create custom
scenes to change all Zones at once with your favorite LED light show. Add
additional 4-Zone LED controllers (sold separately) and other LEDCast products
to expand your light show. Control them all from one app! 5V USB Charge Out ·
A 5V, 2.1A USB charge output for charging your phone. Mounting Options · End-
cap mounting brackets and integrated mounting rail with threaded mounting
holes for multiple mounting configuration options. · Check out
www.soundextreme.us for additional mounting bracket options.
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Introduction
Important
· Please read the User Guide before installation and use.
· Your SoundExtreme Elite soundbar (referred to as SE18E) requires a 12V DC
voltage power input. If your vehicle battery power output is not 12V (e.g.,
24V, 36V, or 48V), you will need a voltage converter with 12V output (e.g., a
48V-to-12V converter). Connecting the SE18E directly to higher voltages will
cause damage to the soundbar and VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
· The SE18E is compatible with the ECOXGEAR audio and LED lighting EcoSystem,
which includes LEDCast and EcoCast Innovations. Look for the LEDCast and
EcoCast logos on the growing family of ECOXGEAR and SoundExtreme audio and
lighting solutions. EcoCast-enabled audio products are designed to be paired
with one or more EcoCast-enabled products. Simply initiate EcoCast
Transmitting Mode in one SoundExtreme or ECOXGEAR speaker and broadcast your
music to one or more EcoCast-enabled products in Receiving Mode.
· Each time you provide power to your SE18E, the speaker will enter the Power
State that the speaker was in before power was removed the soundbar will
either turn off (Standby Mode) or turn on i.e., the speaker functions
similarly to your car radio. The SE18E has 3 power states: Power On, Standby,
and Power Off. The Power State functionality depends on whether the SE18E is
directly connected to a vehicle’s 12V battery or through a switch (the SE18E
connects to a switch, and the switch connects to the 12V battery):
· If your SE18E is directly connected to a vehicle’s 12V battery, pressing the
Power Button on the speaker or on the Remote Control will turn on the speaker
or turn off the speaker (i.e. put speaker into Standby Mode where the speaker
consumes minimal power). As the SE18E keeps a power connection to the 12V
battery, this scenario does NOT have a complete power off state.
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Specifications
Unit Weight 8 lbs
Radio Frequency Range US: FM 87.5 – 107.9 mHz
Unit + Mounts Weight 8.5 lbs
RF Remote Operating Frequency 433 MHz
Bluetooth Compliance Bluetooth V 5.1
Power Cable In-Line Blade Fuse 15A, 32V
Bluetooth Frequency Band Storage Temperature 2.402~2.480GHz ISM Spectrum -40°F to 122°F / -40°C to 50°C
Modulation GFSK, /4-DQPSK, 8DPSK
Operating Temperature 23°F to 95°F / -5°C to 35°C
Bluetooth Range Up to 100 ft / 30m
Waterproof / Dustproof Rating IP66
Tweeter (2x) 1.5” (38 mm) tweeter
Woofer (2x) 4” (102 mm) woofer
Mid-Range Speaker (4x) 2.25” (57 mm) speaker
Audio Output Power 500W (peak)
Power Supply Input Voltage: 12VDC, 15A (requires connection to external DC battery for power)
USB Output 5V, 2.1A
EcoCast Range 30 ft / 9.1 m between Casting speaker and Receiving speakers
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Specifications
Unit Dimensions
4.5 in / 114 mm
4.5 in / 114 mm Unit + Mount Dimensions
16.9 in / 430 mm 17.2 in / 438 mm
5.75 in / 145 mm
5 in / 128 mm
18.3 in / 464 mm
Introduction
· If the SE18E is connected to a vehicle’s 12V battery through a switch, there
are two scenarios:
i. If the switch is turned off, the SE18E is powered off.
ii. If the switch is on, pressing the Power Button on the speaker or on the
Remote Control will turn on the speaker or put the speaker into Standby Mode.
· LED lights are known to create interference (noise) on some FM radio
frequencies (stations). When you tune or seek a station, it is recommended
that you turn the LED Party Lights off.
· CAUTION: After taking the product out of the polyethylene bag, be sure to
dispose of the polyethylene bag out of the reach of children. Children may
play with the bag, which could result in the child’s suffocation.
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SE18E SoundExtreme Elite Overview
SE18E Layout
Control Panel Backlit Speaker
FRONT Backlit Woofer
Backlit Woofer
LEFT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE
12V Power-In SAE Connector
Light Bar
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Factory Reset
If you forget the password, you will need to do a Factory Reset on the SE18E
so that the password is reset to its default value: 0000. · While the SE18E is
turned on, press and hold the , ,
and Buttons on the Control Panel at the same time for 3 seconds. The SE18E
will produce a prompt triple-beep tone, to show that the reset is successful.
Note: Besides the password reset, a Factory Reset will also configure the
SE18E to the following factory settings: · All Zones are set to Scene 1
Patriot 1 with 100% Brightness and the Speed is set to 80%. · All 5 customer
configurable Scenes are set to the Factory Default Scenes. · All 3 FM station
Presets are cleared. · All the EcoCast and Bluetooth pairing records are
erased.
AUX
AUX
IN
OUT
BACK
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3. Once at the Device Password screen, select the device that you want to
change the password to.
4. Enter the current password, the new password, and re-enter the new
password. Then tap the Confirm button.
5. If the change is successfully saved, the app will display a confirmation
message.
This is a one-time event. You do not have to enter in your password every time
you launch the app, as your app will remember your password.
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Inputs and Outputs
USB Charging Port
Aux-In (Black) / Aux-Out (Gray) Ports
AUX
AUX
IN
OUT
Do NOT use these connections if the connections are wet.
Power Input: SAE connector. +12VDC input only. 15A maximum.
Aux-In: 3.5mm audio jack. This input can be used to connect an additional
soundbar, CD player, MP3 player, etc.
Aux-Out: 3.5mm audio jack. This output can be used to connect to an additional
soundbar, radio, amplifier, or to any audio system with an Aux-In connection.
USB Charging Port: USB A jack. This output can be used to charge your
smartphone or other devices. USB charging only functions when the speaker’s
power is turned on. USB port rating is 5V, 2.1A.
IMPORTANT: Maintaining Waterproofness When not in use, if the caps on the USB
Charging Port, the Aux-In Jack, or the Aux-Out Jack are not properly closed,
the unit is NOT watertight. To close them properly, push firmly to be sure the
caps fit flat along their edges.
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Speaker LEDs, Light Bar, and Utility Light
The SE18E soundbar has an integrated LEDCast lighting controller to support
the built-in addressable LED Party Lights and Utility Light on the soundbar.
The LED Party Lights driven by the integrated controller provide millions of
Color Modes: solid colors, fading, jumping, chasing, speed, and variable
brightness.
· There are RGB LED Party Lights behind the 2 mid-range Speakers on the front,
the 2 Woofers on each side, and the rear-facing LED Light Bar.
· Additionally, the rear-facing Light Bar can also be used as a white Utility
Light, which provides 3 levels of brightness: high, mid, and low.
Note: The RGB LED Light Bar and Utility Light are co-located on the same Light
Bar on the back; as such, the Light Bar cannot function as a white Utility
Light and RGB LED Party Lights at the same time. Refer to Light Bar: Utility
Light and Zone 2 RGB LED Party Lights for more details.
Change Password
To add extra security, you can change the default password of 0000 to your
desired 4-digit numeric password. Please note that the password is stored in
your SE18E, not the SoundExtreme App. So, after you change the password,
please make a note in case you forget your password. The password won’t be
reset by reinstalling the app or changing to another smartphone. The only way
to reset your password is to conduct a factory reset on your SE18E soundbar.
Follow the steps below to change your password:
1. Select the Menu Icon at the top-right corner of the screen.
2. Select Device Password from the menu.
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Utility Light Control
You can control the SE18E’s rear-facing Utility Light with the following
steps:
1. On the Device List screen, select your SE18E (LEDsSE18), and the app will
bring you to the Zone screen.
2. On the Zone screen, tap Dome/Light Bar (Zone 2) and you will go to the
Dome/Light Bar Settings screen. As previously indicated, once the Utility
Light is turned on, the Zone 2 RGB LED Party Lights will turn off
automatically.
3. There are 3 Brightness Levels (High, Mid, and Low) on the slide bar for
you to choose from.
4. You can also set a countdown timer for the Utility Light by tapping Count
Down. Set up a time on the countdown timer from the popup window. Once the
countdown is over, the app will turn off the Utility Light.
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SE18E SoundExtreme Elite Overview
Buttons and LED Status Indicators
1. LED Indicators: The first 3 LEDs correspond to different functions: Power,
Bluetooth, and Mode.
i. Power · Solid Green: Power On · No Light: Power Off or Standby
ii. Bluetooth · Flashing Blue: Bluetooth Paring · Solid Blue: Bluetooth
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iii. Mode
· Solid Blue: Speaker Mode (EcoCast is turned off)
· Flashing Red: EcoCast Transmitting Mode Pairing Ready
· Solid Red: EcoCast Transmitting Mode
· Flashing Green: EcoCast Receiving Mode Pairing Ready
· Solid Green: EcoCast Receiving Mode Paired with EcoCast Transmitting speaker
· Solid Yellow: FM Mode
· Solid Purple: Aux-In
2. Power Button:
· Short-press to turn the soundbar on / put into Standby.
· Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn both LED Zones on / off.
3. Bluetooth Button:
· When in Bluetooth Mode, if the Bluetooth LED Indicator is not flashing Blue, press this button to enter Bluetooth Pairing. If
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your device is connected (solid Blue LED), press the button to disconnect and re-enable pairing.
· Press and hold for 5 seconds to clear all pairing memory.
4. EcoCast Button:
· Short-press to enable EcoCast pairing.
· Press and hold for 5 seconds to clear the EcoCast pairing memory.
5. Zone 1 Button: Z1 LED Party Lights on Backlit Speakers
· Short-press to turn on the LED Party Lights behind the speakers.
· When the lights are on, short-press to cycle through each of the 45 LED Button Modes. There are a total of 44 LED Lighting Modes supported by the Control Panel. (The SoundExtreme app can support many more Color Modes.) The 45th LED Button Mode is Off Mode. Therefore, a short-press on the 44th Mode will turn the lights off, and another short-press will cycle back to the first LED Lighting Mode again.
· When the lights are on, press and hold to turn off.
6. Zone 2 Button: Z2 Light Bar
· Short-press to turn on the LED Light Bar on the back of the soundbar. When the lights are on, short-press to cycle through each of the 45 LED Button Modes.
· When the lights are on, press and hold to turn off.
7. Audio Mode Button: Press button to cycle through the following Audio Modes Bluetooth, EcoCast Transmitting, EcoCast Receiving, FM, and Aux-In.
8. Brightness Button: levels of brightness.
Short-press to cycle through 5
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Set Up Scenes
1. On the Device List screen, select your SE18E (LEDsSE18) and the app will
bring you to the Zone screen. Tap the Scene tab. The app will show 5
predefined scenes on your SE18E.
2. You can change a Scene’s LED settings by selecting any of the 5 Scenes.
When you select the Scene, you will go to the LED Mode Setting screen. You can
use the same procedure as in the Set Up Zones section to set up each Zone and
save the Scene’s new LED settings.
3. After you set up LED Modes for all the Zones, the setup is complete for
the selected Scene.
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3. After you set up the Modes for each of the Zones, the SE18E setup is
complete.
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9. Speed Button: Short-press to cycle through 5 levels of speed. The lighting
patterns, as defined by the selected LED Lighting Mode, will progress more
quickly with each short-press.
10. Scenes Button: · Short-press to cycle through all the 5 Scenes. (Scenes
can only
be programmed in the SoundExtreme Smartphone App). · Press and hold to turn on
and turn off the rear-facing Utility Light. 11. Volume Control Buttons: ·
Press to adjust the speakers’ volume. · Press and hold to adjust the volume
continually. 12. Track Buttons: · In Bluetooth Mode, press buttons to play the
previous / next track. · In FM Mode
· Short press either button to tune to a radio station. · To “seek” (jump to
the next available station), Press and hold
either Button for a few seconds until it starts to seek a station. 13. Play /
Pause / Answer / EcoTalk Button: · Press to play / pause a track or answer /
end a mobile call from a
paired Bluetooth phone. · EcoTalk: Press and hold to activate your Voice
Assistant (Siri or
Hey Google).
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Installation and Wiring
Mounting Your Soundbar
1. To mount the speaker, first place the 2 Mounts on the ends of the SE18E
soundbar at your desired orientation and attach them using three or four
(depending on the orientation of your mount) Button Head Bolts, each. Tighten
securely.
2. Ensure that the speaker fits in the desired location and mark where the
mounts will be attached to your vehicle.
3. Drill holes at the desired mounting points on your vehicle, large enough
for the provided ¼-20 Bolts to fit.
4. Place the Rubber Feet on both Mounts.
5. Attach the Mounts to your vehicle with the provided ¼-20 Bolts and Nuts.
Tighten securely.
Tip: Alternatively to drilling holes into your vehicle, you can also use the
provided Worm Clamps to secure the speaker to your vehicle. In order to
prevent scratching /damage to your vehicle, slide the provided rubber sleeves
onto the worm clamps before securing the speaker.
Note: For high-speed, high-vibration, and high-impact applications, we
recommend using the provided ¼-20 Bolt mounting solution, detailed above.
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· When you choose a Mode, the LEDs connected to the Zone you selected will
light up accordingly, giving you a preview.
· If you tap the Save button on the screen, the app will save your setting for
the selected Zone.
· If you tap the Cancel button or exit the LED Mode Settings screen, your Mode
selection will not be saved and LEDs connected to that Zone will display the
previously selected LED Mode.
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Set Up Zones
1. Select your SE18E on the Device list, and the app will bring you to the
Zone screen.
2. Tap one of the 2 Zones, and you will go to the Zone LED Mode Settings
screen. There are 3 tabs: Color, Party, and Music, which allow you to select a
solid Color, a Party Mode, or a Music Mode.
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Installation and Wiring
Connecting to 12V DC Power Supply
The SE18E does NOT have an internal battery. It MUST be connected to an
external 12V DC power supply to function. When you install the SE18E to a
battery or a voltage regulator on a golf cart, a boat, a quad bike, a UTV, or
another vehicle, you need to make sure that your vehicle battery or battery
pack terminal voltage is 12VDC. If the battery terminal voltage is not 12V,
you will need a DC-DC converter with a 12V output and 15A capacity. Connecting
the SE18E to a non-12VDC power source will lead to a malfunction or damage to
the speaker. WARNING: Even when powered off, the SE18E will continue to draw
minimal power from your battery. To prevent draining your battery when your
SE18E or powersports vehicle are not in use for more than 48 hours, unplug the
SE18E from the battery or add a 15A toggle switch. (Toggle switch sold
separately.) Installation: 12V Power-In SAE Connector
1. Attach the 8ft Power Cable to the 12V Power-In SAE Connector. Use Caution:
Do NOT connect to 12V Battery if the Power-In SAE Connector is wet. Contact
may cause electric shock and injury if wet.
2. Remove the 15 Amp Blade Fuse from the Fuse Holder. Use Caution: Do NOT
remove Fuse if the Fuse Holder is wet. An improperly fitted cap may cause
electric shock and injury if wet.
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3. To close properly, push firmly to be sure the cap snaps into place.
4. Next follow either the Gas Vehicle or Electric Vehicle Installation
instructions.
Installation: Gas Vehicle
1. Loosen the bolts on the battery terminals.
Use Caution: Do NOT attempt to loosen bolts if battery is wet. Contact may
cause electric shock and injury if wet.
2. Connect the BLACK wire to the BLACK, negative terminal, then the RED wire
to the RED, positive terminal. Unit will not work correctly and may be damaged
if wires are not correctly attached.
3. Tighten the bolts on the battery terminals until the connectors are held
firmly in place.
4. Return the 15 Amp Blade Fuse into the Fuse Holder and close the cap.
Tip: Use zip ties to gather any excess wires, and secure them so that they are
not dangling, loosely.
Loosen Bolts Black Cable Red Cable
Tighten Bolts
5. Select your SE18E. It will take you to the Scene screen. There are 5 predefined Scenes on the SE18E. You can turn on one of the 5 Scenes to light up the LEDs. For example, tap the On / Off button at the right for Scene 1. The Party Lights will light up Red, White, and Blue, which is the LED Lighting Mode defined for Scene 1 Patriot 1.
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3. If your SE18E is powered on, it will show up as LEDs-SE18 on the app’s
Connect Device screen. Tap the device name on the screen. A check mark will
appear on the right. Tap the Connect button.
4. A dialog window will popup asking you to enter a password. The SE18E
default password is 0000.
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Installation: Electric Vehicle
1. Switch your vehicle to Tow mode, if available.
2. Wire the BLACK wire to the GROUND on output of the DC-DC Converter.
3. Wire the RED wire to the POSITIVE (+) post on the output of the DC-DC
converter. Unit will not work correctly and may be damaged if wires are not
correctly attached.
4. Return the 15 Amp Blade Fuse into the Fuse Holder and close the cap.
Use Caution: Do NOT connect to DC-DC converter if the 8ft Power Cable or the
PowerIn SAE Connector are wet. Contact may cause electric shock and injury if
wet.
Tip: Use zip ties to gather any excess wires, and secure them so that they are
not dangling, loosely.
Black Cable Red Cable
Aux-In Audio Connection
1. Gently pull out the rubber cover from the Aux-In Jack.
2. Plug in a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) into the audio output on the
source unit.
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3. Plug in the other end of the 3.5mm audio cable into the SE18E soundbar’s Aux-In Jack.
4. Short-press the Audio Mode Button Aux-In Audio Mode.
to cycle through to
Aux-Out Audio Connection
1. Gently pull out the rubber cover from the Aux-Out Jack.
2. Plug in a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) into the audio input on the
external audio device.
3. Plug in the other end of the 3.5mm audio cable into the SE18E soundbar’s
Aux-Out Jack.
SoundExtreme App
Create and save Scenes: A Scene is a preprogrammed light show that you can
save for later quick-access. We have created 5 default Scenes that are fully
customizable and programmable.
Set Up a Group: Create and set up a group of devices (multiple soundbars, or
other SoundExtreme products with LEDCast built-in). This will allow all the
LED lights connected to different devices to be controlled by the SoundExtreme
Smartphone App at the same time.
Bluetooth Low Energy: The SoundExtreme Smartphone App relies on a BLE
(Bluetooth Low Energy) connection between your phone and the SE18E. Make Sure
you turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone.
Initial App Connection
1. Launch the SoundExtreme App on your smartphone or other BLE-enabled
device.
2. On the SoundExtreme App homepage, tap Device Connection List.
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The SE18E soundbar can be operated via the SoundExtreme Smartphone App.
Download and Install
For iPhones, download the app from the following URL:
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soundextreme/id1670708941 For Android phones,
download the app from the following URL:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cchip.ecoxgear
Alternatively, use the following QR Codes to download the SoundExtreme
Smartphone App.
iOS
Android
App Overview
Password Secured: The app is password protected so others cannot gain access
and control your SE18E. The default password is 0000.
Name Your Devices: You can change and customize the name of your devices and
Zones, such as Rear speakers, Soundbar, etc.
Set Up Modes: Use the app to set up the LED Mode for each of the Zones on your
soundbar. You can also change the Brightness and Speed.
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Connecting and Playing Bluetooth Audio
1. Press the Power Button briefly to turn the speaker on.
2. Short-press the Audio Mode Button to cycle through the Audio Modes until
you hear, “Speaker Mode,” announced.
3. On your phone’s Bluetooth settings, select `SoundEx-SE18′ to pair. If you
don’t see the speaker name, turn your phone’s Bluetooth off and back on again
to refresh the list, or short-press the Bluetooth Button on the speaker to
enable Bluetooth Pairing again.
4. Wait for a few seconds. Once the pairing and connection are complete, the
speaker will announce, “Your phone is connected,” and the Bluetooth LED Status
Indicator will light up solid Blue.
5. Once connected, select and play your desired audio. You can now use the
Play / Pause Button, Volume Control Buttons, or Track Buttons to control your
audio.
Dual Simultaneous Connections and Switching Media Player Between Two Phones
Your SE18E is capable of maintaining simultaneous connections with two
smartphones, which allows you and your family or friends to share music on the
soundbar by switching the music playback between your phone and your family
member or friend’s phone. Follow the steps outlined below to switch back and
forth between two phones.
1. Connect your phone to the SE18E.
2. Short-press the Bluetooth Button on the SE18E. This will disconnect your
phone and enable Bluetooth pairing. Connect another phone to the SE18E.
3. Short-press the Power Button on the SE18E. The speaker will turn off. Then
short-press the button again to turn the speaker on.
4. Your SE18E will automatically reconnect to both phones.
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5. Play a selected music track on your phone. Your SE18E will play your
music.
6. On the other phone, select a music track to play. Your SE18E will play the
music from the other phone. The media player on your phone will pause or stop.
7. If you want to switch back to your phone, press the play button on your
phone’s media player, your SE18E will play the music on your phone. The media
player on the other phone will pause or stop.
Listening to FM Radio
Recommendation: Turn the LED Party Lights off when searching for a radio
station. LED lights can create interference with some FM radio frequencies.
Station Tuning · Short-press the Audio Mode Button to cycle through to FM
Mode, the speaker will announce, “FM Mode.” · Short-press or to tune in a
radio station. · Press and hold or to seek a strong station. · Short-press or
to adjust the volume.
EcoCast Stream Music Between Multiple Speakers
x100
The SE18E has EcoCast built-in, which allows the soundbar to broadcast
(transmit) or receive wireless audio streams to or from other EcoCast-enabled
products.
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Remote Functions Overview
NOTES
· You must first press and hold the corresponding Zone Button to select a Zone
before using this feature.
· There are 8 Color Buttons on the Remote Control: Red, Green, Blue, White,
Orange, Yellow, Cyan, and Purple. You can also use the SoundExtreme Smartphone
App to create a custom color.
· You must first press and hold the corresponding Zone Button to select a Zone
before using this feature.
· Refer to Remote Control Pairing and Speaker Selection for more details. ·
Refer to Remote Control Pairing and Speaker Selection for more details.
· Refer to Remote Control Pairing and Speaker Selection for more details.
· Refer to Remote Control Pairing and Speaker Selection for more details.
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Remote Functions Overview
BUTTON 38
ACTION
Short-Press
Press and Hold (for 2 seconds)
Short-Press
FUNCTION
To cycle through 5 levels of Brightness / Speed for all Zones.
To cycle through 5 levels of Brightness / Speed for the selected Zone.
To select the corresponding Color for all Zones.
Press and Hold (for 2 seconds)
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
Press and Hold (for 2 seconds)
Short-Press
Press and Hold (for 2 seconds)
Short-Press
Press and Hold (for 2 seconds)
Short-Press
To select the corresponding Color for the selected Zone.
To select a speaker to control.
When in FM Mode: To save the current station to the P1 Button.
When in FM Mode: To tune to the station saved to the P1 Button
When in FM Mode: To save the current station to the P2 Button.
When in FM Mode: To tune to the station saved to the P2 Button
When in FM Mode: To save the current station to the P3 Button.
When in FM Mode: To tune to the station saved to the P3 Button
Audio Functions
EcoCast Streaming: Two Modes
Use the Audio Mode Button to set the speaker into EcoCast Transmitting Mode or
EcoCast Receiving Mode:
1. EcoCast Transmitting Mode: When set in this Mode, the EcoCast Transmitting
speaker broadcasts audio to multiple wireless connected EcoCast-enabled
speakers.
The Transmitting speaker’s audio streaming can be the music played from your
phone (via Bluetooth), FM Radio, or Aux-In Audio.
2. EcoCast Receiving Mode: When set in this Mode, the soundbar will receive
audio from an EcoCast Transmitting speaker, soundbar, or radio.
Notes:
· When set to Speaker Mode, the Amplified Speaker turns the EcoCast capability
off.
· When you have two or more soundbars or other ECOXGEAR or SoundExtreme
speakers bearing the EcoCast symbol , you can build a broadcast system by
initiating EcoCast Transmitting Mode in one soundbar and broadcasting your
music to one or more EcoCast-enabled speakers in EcoCast Receiving Mode.
EcoCast: First Two Amplified Speakers
A
B
Follow the steps below to pair two SE18E speakers:
1. Follow the Connecting and Playing Bluetooth Audio instructions to connect
one soundbar (Speaker A) to your Bluetooth device. After your device is
connected to Speaker A, you can play your desired audio.
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2. Press the Audio Mode Button to put Speaker A into EcoCast Transmitting
Mode. The Mode LED Status Indicator will flash Red, and the speaker will
announce, “EcoCast transmitting.”
3. Turn on the other soundbar (Speaker B) and press the Audio Mode Button to
cycle through to and initiate EcoCast Receiving Mode. The Mode LED Status
Indicator will flash Green, and the speaker will announce, “EcoCast
receiving.”
4. Once the connection between the soundbars is successful, Speaker B will
announce, “Connection successful,” and start playing audio.
EcoCast: Additional Receiving Speakers
B
A
C
D
1. Turn on the additional EcoCast-enabled speakers (Speaker C and Speaker D)
and press the Audio Mode Button to cycle through to and initiate EcoCast
Receiving Mode. The Mode LED Status Indicator will flash Green, and the
speaker will announce, “EcoCast receiving.”
2. On Speaker A (the speaker with the Mode LED Status Indicator shining solid
Red), press and hold the EcoCast Button for 3 seconds. The Mode LED Status
Indicator will flash Red / White.
Remote Functions Overview
NOTES
· When turned on, LEDs in the selected Zone will light up Green in ascending
order. When turned off, the LEDs light up Red in descending order.
· The LEDs in the selected Zone will rapidly flash Green twice. You can now
press and hold one of the Common Buttons to change the Brightness, Speed, or
Color for the selected Zone.
· There are 44 distinct LED Modes: 8 Color Modes, 20 Party Modes, and 16 Music
Modes. You can also use the SoundExtreme Smartphone App to find a specific LED
Mode.
· There are 44 distinct LED Modes: 8 Color Modes, 20 Party Modes, and 16 Music
Modes. You can also use the SoundExtreme Smartphone App to find a specific LED
Mode.
· If the Party Lights in Zone 2 are on, turning on the Utility Light will
automatically turn the Party Lights in Zone 2 off.
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Remote Functions Overview
BUTTON
ACTION
Short-Press
FUNCTION
To turn on / off each Zone.
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
To select a single Zone.
Short-Press
Double-Click Short-Press
· To cycle through the three LED Mode categories for the selected Zone.
· Z2-M Only: If Utility Light is on, to cycle through the 3 Brightness Levels
(high, mid, low).
To cycle back to the previous LED Mode for the selected Zone.
To cycle through the three LED Mode categories for all Zones.
Double-Click
Short-Press
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
To cycle back to the previous LED Mode for all Zones.
To cycle through the 5 defined Scenes for all Zones.
To Turn on / off the rear-facing Utility Light.
Audio Functions
3. Once the connection between the speakers is successful, Speaker C (and
Speaker D) will announce, “Connection successful,” and start playing audio.
Notes:
· If all the speakers are turned off, then turned on, the speakers in EcoCast
Receiving Mode (Speakers B, C, and D) will automatically reconnect to the
speaker in EcoCast Transmitting Mode (Speaker A). If they do not automatically
reconnect, please follow the above steps to reconnect.
· The EcoCast functionality has a maximum range of 30 feet between speakers.
· While connecting the speakers, make sure that they are within a few feet of
each other.
EcoCast: Streaming Your FM Radio Station or Aux-In Audio to Multiple Speakers
FM
E
The SE18E soundbar (Speaker FM) also has the capability to stream FM radio
stations or Aux-In Audio to other EcoCast-enabled speakers in Receiving Mode.
When playing an FM radio station, the SE18E automatically enables EcoCast
Transmitting; however, each time the Audio Mode is switched to Aux-In Audio,
EcoCast Transmitting is disabled.
· To enable EcoCast Transmitting, press the and Buttons on the Control Panel
at the same time. The SE18E will announce, “EcoCast enabled.”
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· To disable EcoCast Transmitting again, press the and Buttons on the Control
Panel at the same time. The SE18E will announce, “EcoCast disabled.”
To transmit FM or Aux-In Audio streaming via EcoCast, follow the steps below:
1. Turn on another EcoCast-enabled speaker (Speaker E), press the Audio Mode
Button to cycle through to EcoCast Receiving Mode. The Mode LED Status
Indicator will flash Green, and Speaker E will announce, “EcoCast receiving.”
2. On Speaker FM, press and hold the EcoCast Button for 3 seconds. The Mode
LED Status Indicator will flash Red and White.
3. Once the connection between the speakers is successful, Speaker E will
announce, “Connection successful,” and start playing audio.
Play Audio Streams From Another EcoCast-Enabled Speaker
T
A
Remote Functions Overview
NOTES
· When turned on, each of the LEDs will light up Green in ascending order.
When turned off, the LEDs light up Red in descending order.
· When in Standby Mode, the speaker consumes minimal power.
· There are 5 Audio Modes Bluetooth, EcoCast Transmitting, EcoCast
Receiving, FM, and Aux-In.
If there is an EcoCast-enabled speaker in EcoCast Transmitting Mode nearby,
you can set your SE18E soundbar (Speaker A) to EcoCast Receiving Mode and play
audio streams from the EcoCast Transmitting speaker (Speaker T):
1. Turn on Speaker A, press the Audio Mode Button to cycle through to EcoCast
Receiving Mode. The Mode LED Status Indicator will flash Green, and the
speaker will announce, “EcoCast receiving.”
2. On Speaker T, press and hold the EcoCast Button for 3 seconds. The LED
Status Indicator will flash Red.
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· The speakers will emit a tone to indicate when maximum or minimum volume
setting is reached.
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Remote Functions Overview
Audio Functions
BUTTON
ACTION
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
Short-Press
Short-Press
FUNCTION
Turn on / off the LEDs in all Zones.
Turn on / put the soundbar into Standby Mode. To play / pause audio.
Short-Press
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
Short-Press
· In Bluetooth Mode: To skip to the previous or the next track.
· In FM Mode: To tune in a station. In FM Mode: To seek a strong station.
To Change Audio Modes.
Note: If Speaker T is not an SE18E soundbar, it may require a different button
operation to enter EcoCast Transmitting (Pairing Ready) Mode. Please refer to
Speaker T’s User Guide.
3. Once the connection between the speakers is successful, Speaker A will
announce, “Connection successful,” and start playing audio.
Note: A speaker in EcoCast Receiving Mode will play at the same volume level
(Volume Sync) as received in the audio streams from the EcoCast Transmitting
speaker. You can press or on the EcoCast Receiving speaker to adjust the
volume for the EcoCast Receiving speaker only. However, as soon as the EcoCast
Transmitting speaker has a playback change (e.g., track change or a volume
change), the EcoCast Receiving speaker will once again Volume Sync with the
Transmitting speaker.
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
To enable EcoCast pairing.
Short-Press
To increase or decrease the speaker’s volume.
Press and Hold Both (for 3 seconds)
To adjust the volume continually.
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Lighting Control Concepts
LED Lighting Zones, Modes, and Scenes
In addition to the buttons on its Control Panel, the SE18E soundbar can also
be controlled by the included SoundExtreme Universal Remote Control and the
SoundExtreme Smartphone App. Below are some terms and definitions to help you
better understand the Remote Control and the SoundExtreme App.
Zone
A Zone corresponds to all the LED lights that are connected directly to one
physical connection on an LED Lighting Controller output, either integrated in
the SE18E or in an ExtremeController (sold separately). When you change a Zone
status (on / off, Mode, etc.), the LEDs connected to that Zone will change
accordingly. You can control one Zone or multiple Zones at a time.
The integrated LED Lighting Controller on the SE18E soundbar supports 2 Zones:
· Zone 1 The RGB LED Party Lights behind the speakers on the front and sides
of the soundbar.
· Zone 2 The LED Light Bar on the back of the soundbar.
Mode
There are 3 LED Mode categories, totaling in 44 Modes supported by the RF
Remote. The SoundExtreme app can support many more Color Modes.
1. Color Mode: Each Color Mode lights up the LEDs in a solid color. There are
8 Color Buttons on the Remote Control: Red, Green, Blue, White, Orange,
Yellow, Cyan, and Purple. You can create a custom color by utilizing the
SoundExtreme Smartphone App.
2. Party Mode: There are 20 preset Party Modes accessible via the Remote
Control and SoundExtreme Smartphone App. The app allows you to customize each
of the 20 Party Modes, allowing for nearly unlimited color, cascading, and LED
chasing options.
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Advanced Functions
Cycle to Previous Mode As previously indicated, you can cycle through the 44
distinct LED Modes in both Zones or in individual Zones. You can also cycle
back to the previous LED Mode: · To cycle back to the previous LED Mode for
BOTH Zones,
double-click the LED Mode Button. · To cycle back to the previous LED Mode in
a single Zone, double-
click one of the Zone-Mode Buttons (Z1-M or Z2-M). Common Buttons: Modifying a
Single Zone As previously indicated, a short-press of any of the Common
Buttons will change the LED lighting effect in both Zones. You can also change
the LED lighting effect in only 1 Zone at a time: 1. To activate the Zone you
want to change, press and hold the
Zone Button. For example, press and hold the Z1 Button for 3 seconds. The LEDs
in Zone 1 will flash Green twice, indicating that Zone 1 is selected. 2. You
can now press and hold any of the 8 Color Buttons, the Bright Button, or the
Speed Button for 2 seconds (instead of a shortpress) to modify the LEDs in the
selected Zone. 3. To change another Zone, e.g. Zone 2, press and hold the Z2
Button. The LEDs in Zone 2 will flash Green twice, indicating that Zone 2 is
selected. Follow step 2 to modify the LEDs in Zone 2. Note: Any time you
short-press a Common Button on the Remote, it will change the LEDs in both
Zones.
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3. Now you can change the LED Lighting Mode by short-pressing one of the
Zone-Mode Buttons (Z1-M or Z2-M) to cycle through the three LED Mode
categories for only the corresponding Zone.
Note: There are 44 distinct LED Modes. Instead of using a Zone-Mode Button to
cycle through to a desired LED Mode, you can also use the SoundExtreme
Smartphone App to find a specific LED Mode.
Common Buttons: Modifying Both Zones
You can change the LED Lighting Mode in both Zones with one of the following
button presses:
· Short-press the LED Mode Button. Each short-press will cycle through all 44
LED Modes.
· Short-press the Scene Button to cycle through the 5 Scenes.
· Short-press the Bright Button to cycle through 5 levels of brightness.
· Short-press the Speed Button to cycle through 5 levels of speed. The
lighting patterns, as defined by the selected LED Lighting Mode, will progress
more quickly with each short-press.
· Short-press one of the 8 Color Buttons to light the LEDs in the
corresponding color
Refer to the Remote Functions Overview chart for more details.
Utility Light Control
The Utility Light can be controlled by the Scene Button and the Z2-M Button.
1. Press and hold the Scene Button to turn on the Utility Light.
2. When the Utility Light is on, short-press the Z2-M Button to cycle through
3 Brightness Levels: high, mid, and low.
3. Press and hold the Scene Button to turn off the Utility Light.
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3. Music Mode: There are 16 Music Modes accessible via the Remote Control and
SoundExtreme Smartphone App.
Scene A Scene is programed via the SoundExtreme Smartphone App. You can
customize each Zone into a Scene (a preset). Setting the Scenes on the app
allows a 1-button press to bring up your desired custom settings for all of
the LED products connected to the LED Lighting Controller. The SE18E soundbar
has 5 Scene settings. They are user customizable and programmable. The default
Scene settings are: · Scene 1: Patriot 1 (Red, White, and Blue) · Scene 2:
Flowing colors · Scene 3: Zoom · Scene 4: Fading colors · Scene 5: Christmas
(Red, Green, and White)
Control Panel: Lighting Control Buttons
There are 5 buttons on the SE18E Control Panel that are used to operate the
LED Party Lights in the 2 Zones and the Utility Light on the back of the
soundbar. Refer to the following table for an overview of the Lighting Control
Buttons functionality.
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BUTTON
ACTION
Short-Press
FUNCTION
· To cycle through the 44 LED Modes in Zone 1.
· If off, to turn on Zone 1.
RF Remote Control
speaker. Once paired, the soundbar’s LED Party Lights will rapidly flash Green
3 times.
Select a Soundbar to Control
1
2
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Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
Short-Press
When on, to turn the Zone 1 off.
· If Party Lights are on, to cycle through the 44 LED Modes in Zone 2.
· If off, to turn on Zone 2. · If Utility Light is on, to cycle
through the 3 Brightness Levels.
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
Short-Press
Press and Hold (for 3 seconds)
When Zone 2 (Light Bar Party Lights) is on, to turn Zone 2 off.
To cycle through the 5 defined Scenes for both Zones.
To turn on / off the rear-facing Utility Light.
Assuming your Remote Control has paired with Soundbar 1 and 2 as P1 and P2
soundbars, Soundbar 1 is currently controlled by the Remote Control. If you
want to use the Remote Control to control Soundbar 2, follow the steps below.
1. Press and hold the MFB Button for 3 seconds, Soundbar 1’s Party Lights
will flash Blue, indicating your remote is in the process of speaker
selection.
2. While Soundbar 1 is flashing Blue, press P2. The Party Lights on Soundbar
2 will flash Blue 3 times and produce a prompt double-beep tone, indicating
Soundbar 2 is selected.
3. Press a button on the Remote Control. Soundbar 2 will produce the
corresponding action, while Soundbar 1 will have no response.
Soundbar Party Lights and Utility Light Control
When the SE18E soundbar is on, you can use the Remote Control to change the
Party Lights and Utility Light.
Zone 1 to Zone 2: Party Lights Lighting Mode Control
1. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on / off all the Party Lights.
2. Press the Z1 or Z2 Button. The Party Lights will briefly light up Green in
ascending order and then shine solid Orange or a random color pattern.
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no function). The Common Buttons (LED Mode, Scene, Bright, Speed, and 8 Color
Buttons) affect both Zones at once.
3. MFB, P1, P2, and P3 Buttons:
· When the soundbar is in FM mode, P1, P2, and P3 Buttons serve as 3 Preset
Buttons:
i. Press and hold a Preset Button for 2 seconds to save the current station to
the corresponding Preset.
ii. Short-press a Preset Button to tune to the saved station corresponding to
that Preset Button.
· In combination with the MFB Button, use the P1, P2, or P3 Buttons to pair
one Remote Control with up to 3 speakers / soundbars or to select an
individual product to control.
Remote Control Pairing and Speaker Selection
The SoundExtreme Universal Remote Control can pair with and save up to 3
soundbars in its memory as P1, P2, and P3 speakers. The included Remote
Control comes paired with the SE18E soundbar as the P1 speaker. You can use it
out-of-the-box to control the speaker after it is powered on.
If the speaker does not react when you press a button on the Remote Control,
check if the battery isolator (clear plastic strip) on the Remote battery
compartment is removed (pulled out) completely. Then, follow the steps below.
Remote Control Pairing
1. When the soundbar is on, press and hold both the and Buttons on the
speaker at the same time for 3 seconds. The soundbar’s LED Party Lights will
flash Green, indicating the speaker is ready to pair with a remote.
2. Press and hold the MFB Button for 3 seconds, then press P1 (P2, or P3) to
save the pairing soundbar as the P1 (P2, or P3)
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NOTES
· There are 44 distinct LED Modes: 8 Color Modes, 20 Party Modes, and 16 Music
Modes. You can also use the SoundExtreme Smartphone App to find a specific LED
Mode.
· When turned on, Zone 1 will enter the last LED status it was in before
powering off. · Once a 44-Mode cycle is completed, the next short-press will
turn the lights off.
Turning lights back on will restart the cycle.
· There are 44 distinct LED Modes: 8 Color Modes, 20 Party Modes, and 16 Music
Modes. You can also use the SoundExtreme Smartphone App to find a specific LED
Mode.
· When turned on, Zone 2 will enter the last LED status it was in before
powering off. · Once a 44-Mode cycle is completed, the next short-press will
turn the lights off.
Turning lights back on will restart the cycle. · When the Utility Light is on,
each short-press will cycle through 3 Brightness
Levels: high, mid, and low.
· The Party Lights in both Zones will light up as defined by Scene 1. Each
following short-press will cycle through the next 4 Scenes.
· If the Party Lights in Zone 2 are on, turning on the Utility Light will
automatically turn the Party Lights in Zone 2 off.
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Light Bar: Utility Light and Zone 2 RGB LED Party Lights
The Utility Light (White) and the Zone 2 Party Lights are co-located on the
same Light Bar on the back of the SE18E soundbar. To avoid the lighting
interferences between the Utility Light and Party Lights, the button functions
are designed to prevent the Utility Light and Party Lights from being turned
on at the same time. · Short-press the Zone 2 Button to turn the Party Lights
on.
· If the Party Lights in Zone 2 are on, turning on the Utility Light will
automatically turn the Party Lights in Zone 2 off.
· Press and hold the Scenes Button to turn the Utility Light on / off. · When
the Utility Light is on, the SE18E will NOT allow the Zone 2 Party Lights to
turn on. You MUST turn the Utility Light off before you turn the Zone 2 Party
Lights on. · When the Utility Light is on, you can short-press the Z2 Button
to change the Brightness Level: high, mid, low.
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Power Button
Audio Playback Control Buttons Common Buttons: Mode, Scene, Bright, Speed,
and Color
Radio Presets and Remote Pairing Buttons: MFB, P1 · · · P3
Zone Buttons: Z1 · · · Z2
Zone-Mode Buttons: Z1-M · · · Z2-M
The SE18E soundbar comes with a SoundExtreme Universal Remote Control.
Basic Functions
1. Power, Mode, and all the Audio Playback Control Buttons on the Remote
Control have the same functions as their corresponding buttons on the Control
Panel.
Note: There are two Mode Buttons on the Remote Control. The Mode Button at the
top is for Audio Mode. The Mode Button in the middle is for LED Party Light
Mode.
2. LED Lighting Control Buttons: There are 20 buttons on the RF Remote
Control that are used to operate the LED Party Lights in the 2 Zones and the
Utility Light on the back of the soundbar. The Zone Buttons (Z1, Z2) and Zone-
Mode Buttons (Z1-M, Z2-M) affect individual Zones. (Z3, Z4, Z3-M, and Z4-M
have
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References
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