i-box 79315PI Aura Portable Speaker Lantern User Manual

i-box 79315PI Aura Portable Speaker Lantern

Introduction

The i-box Aura combines an attractive multi-colour mood light with a 10W Bluetooth speaker. The built-in rechargeable battery and carrying (or hanging) strap makes it fully portable and perfect for summer evenings in the garden or anywhere around the home. There are six main colours and many shades in between with four lighting modes to match your music and mood.

Caring for your Aura Moodlight

Important Safety Information

Important
Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating your mood light.

• Keep away from flame sources such as lighted candles.
• Do not expose to dripping or splashing fluids.
• The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight. very high or low temperature, moisture, vibrations, strong magnetic fields, high frequencies and dusty environments.
• Do not place the unit in enclosed bookcases or racks without proper ventilation. Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
• Never attempt to insert wires, pins or other such objects into the vents or openings of the unit.
• Do not disassemble or modify the moodlight, there are no user-serviceable parts.
• If the moodlight is damaged in any way or malfunctions do not use it. Consult a qualified service engineer.
• Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the surface of the unit. To clean, wipe with a clean soft cloth and a mild detergent solution.
• This product contains a built-in Li-ion battery. It must be used and charged properly. Improper use can cause the battery to catch fire or explode resulting in serious or fatal injury. Keep the unit cool while charging, and remove it from charge after recommended charge period.
• This product uses batteries and both product and batteries should be disposed of appropriately. Do not dispose of them with household waste at the end of their life cycle; take them to a collection center for the recycling of electrical, and electronic appliances and batteries. Please check with your Local Authority for recycling advice.

Controls & Features

1. Hanging/Carrying Strap
2. Remote Control Receiver
3. Power On/Off Button
4. Bluetooth Status LED
5. Speaker
6. Moodlight
7. AUX IN Port
8. Power Override Switch
9. Charging LED(Red)
10. USB-C socket

Box Contents

1. i-boxAura
2. Remote Control
3. USB-C Charging Cable
4. AUX Audio Cable
5. Instruction Manual

Remote Control

1. Volume+
2. Previous Track
3. Play /Pause
4. Next Track
5. Volume –
6. Brightness
7. Light Mode Select
8. Colour Mode Select
9. Bluetooth Key

Powering On and Charging

Long press the Power On/Off button( ) (3) to turn the Aura On/Off. To charge the built-in battery, connect the USB charging cable to the USB-C port on the back of the Aura (10) and a powered USB socket. The red charging LED (9) is lit while the Aura is charging and goes out when charging is complete. Disconnect the cable when charging is complete. Do not leave on charge for long periods as this can damage the battery and can be dangerous. A full charge should take around 3 hours.

Low Charge Warning
The Aura’s speaker will emit a regular 4-click audio tone once every 5 minutes to warn you when the battery charge level is low and to remind you to charge your Aura.
If you continue to use the Aura after you first hear the tone the Aura will eventually power off and you will need to put it on charge for at least 15 minutes before turning it on again.

Power Override Switch
If in the rare event that your Aura “hangs” or “freezes”. There is a handy Power Override Switch (marked RESET on the base of the unit) to switch off the Aura. Insert a thin object such as a needle or paper clip into the Power Override Switch (8) and press until you here a click and your Aura will switch off. Long press the power On/Off button( ) (3) to switch your Aura back on again.

Bluetooth Pairing and Playback

The Aura enters Bluetooth pairing mode automatically when powered on and the Bluetooth Status LED (4) will flash rapidly. To connect the Aura to a new Bluetooth device, follow the steps below, the Aura will appear as “i-box Aura” in the Bluetooth menu. Once connected you will hear a dual tone and the Bluetooth Status LED (4) flashes every 3 seconds. After pairing the Aura will reconnect automatically with the last device connected when it is switched on. Press the BT key (9) on the remote to exit or re-enter Bluetooth mode, Use forget in the Bluetooth menu on your device if you want to disconnect completely and connect to a new device.

Bluetooth Playback
Adjust the volume using a combination of the Aura volume controls Vol -/Vol+ (5/1) and the controls on the device you are streaming from. Use the keys (3/2/4) on the remote control to pause, play and change tracks or use the controls on the device you are streaming from.

Note:
To disconnect and forget the currently connected device, double-press the Power On/Off key ( ) (3) or long-press the Bluetooth key (9) on the remote control. The Aura will return to pairing mode.

Moodlight Operation

When the Aura is first turned on, the RGB moodlight will shine solid red. To cycle through the other colours available, short press the COLOUR key (BJ on the remote repeatedly.

Once you have selected a colour, short-press the Brightness key (6) repeatedly to adjust the brightness.

Short press the Light Mode key (7) or short press the Power On/Off key ( ) (3) to cycle through the lighting modes available. Select from Solid Colours, Audio Reactive, Colour Spectrum, Breathing Rythm, and Off options.

Solid Colour Options:

Audio Reactive:

The light will pulse in response to the music playing and cycle through the available colours randomly.

Colour Spectrum Cycle:

Select this option to slowly cycle through the spectrum of colours available continuously.

Breathing Rythm Light:

Synchronize your breathing with the brightening and dimming of the light to help you relax and get to sleep.

Note:
The colour of the breathing light can be changed, using the remote’s COLOUR key (8).

Note: The Breathing Rhythm Light will automatically switch off after 5 minutes.

AUX In Mode
Connect almost any audio source to the AUX In port (7), with a 3.5mm audio cable for audio playback through the Aura’s speaker. AUX In mode, will automatically override Bluetooth mode.

Adjust the volume using a combination of the Aura remote and the AUX device’s volume control. Use the AUX device’s controls for all other control options.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

Disclaimer
Updates to Firmware and/or hardware components are made regularly. Therefore some of the instructions, specifications, and pictures in this documentation may differ slightly from your particular situation. All items described in this guide are for illustration purposes only and may not apply to your particular situation. No legal right or entitlements may be obtained from the description made in this manual.

Declaration of conformity

Hereby, Philex Electronic Ltd. declares that the radio equipment: model i-box Aura, for wireless reception in domestic premises is in compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.philex.com/doc.

Technical support
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UK Distributor
Philex Electronic Ltd.
Kingfisher Wharf, London Road, Bedford, MK42 ONX, United Kingdom.
Made in China.
© Philex Electronic Ltd 2022. vbl.8

EU Distributor
Philex Electronic Ireland Ltd.,
Robwyn House, Corrintra, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan A75 YX76, Ireland.

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