ECOXGEAR GDI-EXSE1801 Powersports Amplified Soundbar User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: Ecoxgear

ECOXGEAR GDI-EXSE1801 Powersports Amplified Soundbar

Sound Extreme SE18 Layout

Control Panel
Backlit Speakers
FRONT
LEFT SIDE
Backlit Woofer
Backlit Woofer
RIGHT SIDE
Auxiliary Power Out SAE Connector (Black)
12V Power In SAE Connector (Red)
Light Bar
BACK

In/Out Connections

USB Charging Port
AUX-IN Port (Black)
AUX-OUT AUX-OUT
Do NOT use these connections if they are wet.
AUX-IN: This input can be used to connect a CD player, MP3 player, etc.
AUX-OUT: This output can be used to connect to an amplifier or to another speaker AUX-IN connection.
USB Charging Port: Connect your device’s charge cable here to charge it. USB charging only functions when the Sound Extreme’s power is turned on. USB port rating is 5V, 2.1A.
Important: Maintaining Waterproofness
If the caps on the control panel, the AUX-IN, and AUX-OUT Ports are not properly closed, the unit is NOT watertight. To close the USB Charging Out Port properly, push firmly to be sure the cap fits flat along the edges with the panel. To close the AUX-IN and AUX-OUT ports properly, push firmly to be sure the cap snaps securely into place. Connecting to 12VDC Power Supply The Sound Extreme does not have an internal battery. It must be connected to an external 12VDC power supply to function. When you install the Sound Extreme 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 output 12V. Connecting the Sound Extreme to a non-12VDC power source will lead to a malfunction or damage to the speaker.
WARNING:
Even when powered off, the Sound Extreme will draw a small amount of power from your battery. To prevent draining your battery when your Sound Extreme or powersports vehicle are not in use for more than 48hrs, we suggest unplugging the Sound Extreme from the battery or adding the toggle switch. (Toggle switch sold separately.)

Attach the 8ft Power Cable to the 12V Power In SAE Connector (RED).
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.
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. To close properly, push firmly to be sure the cap snaps into place.

Installation: Gas Vehicle

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.

Loosen Bolts
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.
Black Cable Red Cable

Installation: Electric Vehicle

Switch your vehicle to TOW mode.
Loosen the bolts on the battery terminals.
Connect the BLACK wire to the GROUND on the DC-DC Converter, then the RED wire to the POSITIVE (+) post on the DC-DC Converter. Unit will not work correctly and may be damaged if wires are not correctly attached.
Tighten the bolts on the battery terminals until the connectors are held firmly in place.
Return the 15 Amp Blade Fuse into the Fuse Holder and close the cap.

Tighten Bolts
Tip:
Use zip ties to gather any excess wires, and secure them so that they are not dangling, loosely.

Controls

LED Indicators: Each of the 4 LEDs correspond to different functions: Power, Bluetooth, Mode, and Status.
Power Button: Press button to turn the Sound Extreme on / off
Mode Button: Press button to cycle through the following modes: Bluetooth, Eco Cast Transmitting, Eco Cast Receiving, FM, and AUX-IN.
Volume Control Buttons: Press to adjust the speaker’s volume. Press and hold to adjust the volume continually.
Track Buttons: Press buttons to go to the previous / next track on a paired Bluetooth device

CONTROL PANEL

Backlight Speakers Button: Press to cycle through the following 6 Party Light Modes: Green Light, Red Light, White Light, Blue Light, Music Sync, and Fading.
Light Bar Button: Press to cycle through the following 5 Light Modes: Red Light, Yellow Light, White Light (High), White Light (Mid), and White Light (Low). Press and hold to enable / disable Accessory Mode (which turns on /off the Auxiliary Power Out connection).
Bluetooth Button: When in Bluetooth Mode, if the Bluetooth LED Indicator is not flashing Blue, press this button to enter Bluetooth Pairing mode. If your device is paired (solid Blue LED), press button to disconnect. Press and hold this button for 5 seconds to clear all pairing records. In FM Mode, this button is used for FM Station Preset 1.
Play / Pause / Answer / Eco Talk Button: Press to play / pause a track or answer / end a mobile call from a paired Bluetooth device. Press and hold to activate your Voice Assistant (Siri and OK Google). In FM Mode, this button is used for FM Station Preset 2.

Operations

LED Indicators

From left to right, the 4 LED Indicators correspond to Power, Bluetooth, Mode, and Status.

Power
Solid Green: Power On
No Light: Power Off
Bluetooth
Flashing Blue: Bluetooth Paring
Solid Blue: Bluetooth Connected
Mode
Solid Blue: Speaker Mode
Solid / Flashing Red: Eco Cast Transmitting Mode Solid / Flashing Green: Eco Cast Receiving Mode
Status
Solid Blue: FM
Solid Green: AUX-IN
Solid Red: Accessory Mode Enabled

Power On / Off

Power On: Press briefly to power on the Sound Extreme. “Speaker on, ready to connect” voice prompt will be heard.
Power Off: Press briefly to power off the Sound Extreme.
Mode Button
Press briefly to cycle through the following modes: Bluetooth, Eco Cast Transmitting, Eco Cast Receiving, FM, and AUX-IN.

Pairing a Bluetooth Device

Turn on your Bluetooth device.
Power on Sound Extreme. “Speaker on, ready to connect” voice prompt will be heard. If the Bluetooth LED Indicator (the second LED Indicator from the left) is not flashing, briefly press to start pairing your device.
Navigate to your Bluetooth device’s setup screen, find ECOXGEAR and connect. If the connection is successful, the Bluetooth icon will be lit solid and your Sound Extreme will announce “Your phone is connected.”

Notes:

If the pairing is not complete within 5 minutes, the speaker will exit the pairing mode. You need to repeat the pairing steps again.
After the connection is successful, if you turn the speaker off and turn it on again, it will reconnect to the last connected device automatically. Also, a voice prompt, “Speaker on, ready to connect” followed by, “Your phone is connected” will be heard.
PRESS AND HOLD for 5 seconds to clear all pairing records.

Adjust Volume

Press or briefly to adjust the speaker volume.
PRESS AND HOLD or to adjust the volume continuously.

Press briefly to increase one volume level. PRESS AND HOLD to keep increasing the volume until maximum volume level is reached.
Press briefly to decrease one volume level. PRESS AND HOLD to keep decreasing the volume until minimum volume level is reached.

Play Music (Bluetooth Mode)

After the Sound Extreme is connected to your Bluetooth device, press briefly on the Sound Extreme to play, press to pause. Press briefly to play previous song. Press briefly to get the next song.
Notes:

Pair and connect your Bluetooth device with Sound Extreme before using this feature.
If a call is received when you are listening to music, press briefly on the Sound Extreme to answer the call. Press again to end the call.
You can also control Volume and Play / Pause music operations from your Bluetooth enabled device. When the Audio Source is via the AUX-In connection, you must use your device to control Play / Pause music operations.

Eco Talk

PRESS AND HOLD for 3 seconds to activate the voice assistant on your device (Siri, OK Google, etc.). Once activated, the speakerphone mic on your Sound Extreme will hear your voice commands and transfer them to the voice assistant on your device.
Notes:

Before using the Eco Talk function, your device must be connected to the Sound Extreme via Bluetooth.
Not all devices have voice assistant functionality; refer to your device for details.

Eco Cast – Broadcast Your Music to Multiple Speakers

When you have two or more Sound Extreme speakers, you can build a broadcast system by initiating Eco Cast Transmitting Mode in one Sound Extreme speaker and broadcasting your music to one or more Sound Extreme speakers in Eco Cast Receiving Mode.
Eco Cast: First Two Speakers

Follow the Pairing a Bluetooth Device instructions to connect one Sound Extreme (Speaker A) to your Bluetooth device. After your device is connected to Speaker A, you can select a song to play.
Press on Speaker A to initiate Eco Cast Transmitting Mode. The Mode LED Indicator (the third LED Indicator from the left) will flash Red, and the speaker will announce, “Eco Cast transmitting.”
Power on Speaker B speaker and press to cycle through to and initiate Eco Cast Receiving Mode. The Mode LED Indicator will flash Green, and the speaker will announce, “Eco Cast receiving.”
Once the connection between the speakers is successful, Speaker B will announce, “Connection Successful,” and start playing music from your Bluetooth device.

Eco Cast: Additional Receiving Speakers

Power on the additional Sound Extreme speaker(s) (Speaker C and Speaker D). Press to cycle through to and initiate Eco Cast Receiving Mode. The Mode LED Indicator will flash Green, and the speaker(s) will announce, “Eco Cast receiving.”
On Speaker A (the speaker with the Mode LED Indicator shining solid Red), PRESS AND HOLD for 6 seconds. The Mode LED Indicator will flash Red.
Once the connection between the speakers is successful, Speaker C (and Speaker D) will announce, “Connection Successful,” and start playing music from your Bluetooth device.
Notes:

If all the speakers are turned off, then turned on, the speaker(s) in Eco Cast Receiving Mode (Speakers B, C, and D) will automatically re-connect to the speaker in Transmitting Mode (Speaker A). If they are not automatically re-connected, please follow the above steps.
You can also pair the Sound Extreme with any other ECOXGEAR speaker bearing the Eco Cast symbol .
The Eco Cast functionality is only available while using Bluetooth as your Audio Source at a maximum range of 30 feet between speakers.
While connecting the Sound Extreme speakers, make sure that the speakers are within a few feet of each other.

Listening to FM Radio (FM Mode)

Press briefly to cycle through to FM Mode. Press or briefly to tune in a radio station. To “seek” (jump to the next available station), PRESS AND HOLD either button down for a few seconds until it starts to seek a station. When you tune and listen to a station, you can PRESS AND HOLD to assign the current station to Preset 1, or PRESS AND HOLD to assign the current station to Preset 2. If you want to listen to a stored preset, briefly press either button to go to the stored radio station.
Party Lights
Press briefly to cycle through 6 Party Light Modes: Green Light, Red Light, White Light, Blue Light, Music Sync, and Fading. Press briefly to cycle through 5 Light Modes: Red Light, Yellow Light, White Light (High), White Light (Mid), White Light (Low).

Accessory Mode

First, connect your accessory to the Auxiliary Power Out SAE Connector (12V only).
PRESS AND HOLD for 3 seconds to enable Auxiliary Power Out. The speaker will announce, “Accessory mode enabled.”
PRESS AND HOLD again to disable Auxiliary Power Out. The speaker will announce, “Accessory mode disabled.”
Use Caution:
Do NOT connect to your accessory if the Auxiliary Power Out SAE Connector is wet. Contact may cause electric shock and injury if wet.

Remote Control

Pairing Your Remote Control

Before you use your Remote Control for the first time, pull and remove the plastic tab at the bottom of the Remote Control. Your Remote Control should be paired to your unit. IF NOT paired, please follow the steps below.
REMOTE CONTROL
1. Connect the Sound Extreme to a 12V power supply. (Refer to Connecting to 12VDC Power Supply for details.)
2. Within 15 seconds, PRESS AND HOLD for 3 seconds. Your Remote Control will be paired with your Sound Extreme.
3. Verify that your remote control works by pressing the to see if the speakers light up.
If the speakers do not light up, unplug the 12V power supply, then repeat the above steps. Once the remote is paired with the Sound Extreme, it will remain stored in the Sound Extreme’s memory and should not need to be paired again.

Audio

Power On: PRESS AND HOLD for 3 seconds to power on the Sound Extreme. “Speaker on, ready to connect” voice prompt will be heard.
Power Off: PRESS AND HOLD for 3 seconds to power off the Sound Extreme.

Press briefly to cycle through the following modes: Bluetooth, Eco Cast Transmitting, Eco Cast Receiving, FM, and AUX-IN.
After the Sound Extreme is connected to your Bluetooth device, press briefly to play, press again to pause.
Press briefly to play previous song. Press briefly to get the next song.
Press or briefly to adjust the speaker volume.
LED: Backlit Speakers
Press briefly to turn on your speaker backlights.
Press or briefly to cycle through the 6 Party Light modes.
LED: Light Bar
Press briefly to turn on your Light Bar.
Press or briefly to cycle through the 5 Light modes.

Remote Switch

First, connect your accessory to the Auxiliary Power Out SAE Connector (12V only).
Press briefly to enable Auxiliary Power Out. The speaker will announce, “Accessory mode enabled.”
Press again to disable Auxiliary Power Out. The speaker will announce, “Accessory mode disabled.”
Use Caution:
Do NOT connect to your accessory if the Auxiliary Power Out SAE Connector is wet. Contact may cause electric shock and injury if wet.

Mounting Your Speaker

To mount the speaker, first place the 2 Mounts on the ends of the Sound Extreme at your desired orientation and attach them using three or four (depending on the orientation of your mount) Button Head Bolts, each. Tighten securely.
Ensure that the speaker fits in the desired location and mark where the mounts will be attached to your vehicle.
Drill holes at the desired mounting points on your vehicle, large enough for the provided ¼-20 Bolts to fit.
Place the Rubber Feet on both Mounts.
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.

Troubleshooting

The sound is distorted
Try lowering the volume control of your connected device or musical instrument. Also, try to reduce the overall volume of the Sound Extreme.

Cannot Pair With Bluetooth Device
Make sure that your device is compatible with Bluetooth. Turn off your Sound Extreme and Bluetooth device, then power on and reconnect. Make sure that Bluetooth mode is selected on your Sound Extreme.
If there is poor FM reception
To adjust FM reception, move entire product.
Can NOT play music from a flash drive
The USB ports are only for charging USB devices.
Volume level is too low
Increase the volume on the Sound Extreme and / or increase the volume on your Bluetooth device.
LED lights for show and off-road use only
Check with local ordinance before using LED lights. Do NOT drive on public roads with LED lights on. LED lights are not DOT compliant.
Please do NOT attempt to fix your Sound Extreme
Please contact our Customer Support at [email protected] or call us at 866.446.0961.
WARNING:
REMOTE CONTROL INCLUDES A BUTTON BATTERY Keep the BUTTON BATTERY out of reach of CHILDREN. If swallowed, SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY, as ingestion may lead to serious injury, chemical burns, or death.

Specifications

Dimensions

Unit + Mounts Height
5.75 in
Unit Weight
8 lbs
Bluetooth Compliance
Bluetooth V 5.0
Bluetooth Frequency Band
2.402~2.480GHz ISM Spectrum
Modulation
GFSK, π/4-DQPSK, 8DPSK
Bluetooth Range
Up to 100 ft / 30m
Tweeter (1x)
1” (25.4 mm) tweeter
Woofer (2x)
4” (101.6 mm) woofer
Mid-Range Speaker (2x)
2.25” (57.15mm) speaker
Audio Output Power
300W (peak)
Power Supply
Input Voltage: 12VDC, 10A (requires connection to external DC battery for power)
USB Output
5V, 2.1A
Eco Cast
Using Qualcomm® Broadcast Audio technology
Eco Cast Range
30 ft / 9.1 m between Casting speaker and Receiving speakers
Compatibility
Mobile phone / device supporting Bluetooth V1.1 (and above)
Radio Frequency Range
US: FM 87.5 – 107.9 mHz
RF Remote Operating Frequency
433 MHz
Blade Fuse
15A, 32V
Storage Temperature
-40°F to 122°F / -40°C to 50°C
Operating Temperature
23°F to 95°F / -5°C to 35°C
Waterproof / Dust Rating
IP66
FCC STATEMENT:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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:
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF Exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance between 20cm the radiator to your body: Use only the supplied antenna. FCC ID: 2AAUI- GDIEXSE1801. 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:
This device may not cause interference, and
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 ECOXGEAR Bluetooth speaker is intended to be used indoors or outdoors and in land or water environments. The speaker has been tested to IP66 waterproofing standards, which means the speaker can be exposed to dust and water, but should not be submerged underwater. The speaker is NOT intended for constant underwater use. Always make sure the cap(s) / cover(s) are clean, free from sand or debris, and correctly fitted. The speaker will only meet IP66 ratings if all rubber seals, gasket(s) and cover(s) / cap(s) are in place. If you notice a muffling of audio after submersion, gently shake the unit to clear excess water. If your speaker is exposed to salt water, clean it thoroughly after use with fresh water. 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 Grace Digital 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 12VDC power supply 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 may and void warranty
WARNING:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
ATTENTION:
Do NOT dispose of in a landfill. Contact Grace Digital 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 ECOXGEAR speaker. Audio levels should be appropriate to your environment, comply with all local regulations, and always ensure that you can hear and be aware of any potential hazards around you.
You should always

Use the ECOXGEAR speaker in accordance with any music or noise rules and regulations.
Properly seal the ECOXGEAR prior and after each use when in humid or water environments to avoid water damage to the internal components. Salt water / air is particularly corrosive. Always make sure that the gaskets are sealed when in a salt water environment and that the unit is properly rinsed off after use.
Properly clean the ECOXGEAR and ensure the gaskets have no sand, dirt, or water on them prior to storage.
Store your unit with all caps properly sealed to avoid long term internal moisture damage inside your unit.
Return the ECOXGEAR to Grace Digital 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.
You should never
Never power your ECOXGEAR if you suspect water has entered the device. Powering a device with water inside could be potentially hazardous and cause fire or a spark.
Never use your ECOXGEAR if you have dropped it or thrown it against a hard surface which may have destroyed the integrity of the speaker, housing, or gaskets. In the event of a severe impact to your unit, please return the unit to Grace Digital to review for potential damage.
Never open the auxiliary doors in a water environment. This could cause water to ingress into the unit which could potentially be hazardous and cause a fire or a spark.
Never connect a device to the auxiliary input jacks when in a water environment. The auxiliary jacks should only be used in a dry environment.
Never attempt to fix, repair your ECOXGEAR unit. Please send it back to Grace Digital for any assessments and repairs.
CARE, MAINTENANCE & PRECAUTIONS:
The unit is waterproof only when the caps and door are properly closed.
Close the caps and door properly before use. If the unit is placed in a water environment without the caps or door properly closed, water may enter into the unit and void your warranty.
Dry unit completely before opening the caps. Do NOT open the caps if wet or in a wet environment.
Do NOT apply excessive force to any surfaces of the unit when wet or in a wet environment.
Do NOT use or store the unit in places with high temperature.
AVOID prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV sunlight) and strong magnetic fields.
Periodically check the rubber seal on the caps and door for premature wear.
Periodically clean the rubber with a soft moist cloth and ensure no objects such as dirt, hair, sand are on the rubber seal ring. Do NOT use any oily solvent or chemicals for cleaning.
Rinse off the unit with tap water after use in salt water.
Power the unit by attaching the 12V Power In SAE Connector to the 30” Power Cable intended for use with the unit. The unit must be connected to a 12VDC power source. If the battery terminal voltage is not 12V, you will need a DC–DC converter with output 12V. Connecting the unit to a non-12VDC power source will lead to a malfunction or damage to the unit.
LIMITED MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY:
Sound Extreme 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. Grace Digital 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.ecoxgear.com for additional product & warranty information.