Northern Pails NORTH-6429830033400 Zone Speaker User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Northern Pails
Table of Contents
ZONE SPEAKER
USER MANUAL
Thank you and congratulations for becoming a ZONE owner. In addition to
offering a high-quality listening experience, ZONE also offers unique
experiences both indoors and out.
ZONE is a versatile entertainment device that allows you to experience
enjoyable and cozy moments alone or share them with your friends and family.
ZONE provides almost unlimited options for wonderful experiences and enjoyable
moments together, as well as relaxing in your own personal space.
While we hope you will make the most of your ZONE, we also hope you will be
considerate of others while listening to music. Playing music too loud may
disturb others or disrupt the peace while out in nature.
Typically, when designing a speaker, vibrations in the body of the speaker are
minimized so that sound is emitted only by the speaker itself. ZONE sets
itself apart from other speakers with its patented frame designed to direct
low and mid frequencies into the surface it is placed on. This allows the
frame and the surface to bring an entirely new dimension to the music, letting
the listener literally feel it. This turns the surface, be it a sauna bench, a
jetty or anything else, into a speaker.
ZONE uses its environment to enhance its sound reproduction. ZONE is easy to
move around, so we recommend trying it in different locations, different areas
in your listening space and on different surfaces. If, for example, you keep
your ZONE on a wooden surface, its bass tones will be amplified. A hard glass
surface, on the other hand, will amplify mid-frequencies. You can find the
best possible sound reproduction in any environment you may be in by
experimenting with different surfaces and ZONE’s various audio settings.
ZONE is a Finnish invention and is patented in many different countries. Its
appearance and model are also designed in Finland. ZONE has been awarded the
Design From Finland mark.
Ecology has always been an important factor in ZONE’s design, and no
environmentally harmful materials have been used in its manufacture.
You can register as a ZONE user at
www.zonespeaker.fi and opt-in to receive related
news, offers, and other notifications.
PLEASE NOTE
ZONE is extremely safe to use, but please read the safety regulations below carefully before using the device. By doing so, you also ensure thebest and longest user experience with your ZONE.
- Do not try to dismantle your ZONE!
- Do not pour hot water in the water reservoir of your ZONE!
- Do not place your ZONE in a hot environment without cool water in its water reservoir!
- Do not place your ZONE in a refrigerator or freezer!
- Do not place your ZONE in an oven or near an open flame or barbecue grill!
- Do not immerse your ZONE in the water!
- Do not place your ZONE in a freezing environment without the power is on!
- Be careful not to drop your ZONE!
- Do not detach the rubber protective cover at the back of the device!
ZONE has an IPX4 water resistance rating and is 100% water-tight when used correctly. Though ZONE is water-resistant, please do not submerge it in water, as its water-tight drivers may still be damaged by the pressure of the water. Please remember to always carefully close the rubber protective cover at the back of your ZONE to prevent water from damaging the device’s electronics.
Though ZONE is resistant to cold, do not place it in a refrigerator or
freezer. Further, do not take your ZONE outside in freezing temperatures
without being powered on.
Do not place your ZONE close to an open flame or barbecue grill. Also, take
care if your ZONE is close to a candle or other burning objects.
Always use cool water when filling your ZONE’s water reservoir. Never use hot
water to fill your ZONE’s water reservoir, as this may damage the device.
ZONE can be used in the sauna or in other hot environments. However, ZONE
should never be left unsupervised on the sauna bench or in any other hot
environment. ZONE should also never be placed in a sauna or other hot
environment without cool water in its water reservoir, as the water reduces
the heating of the device. If you place your ZONE in the sauna, please keep it
on the lower bench where the temperature is not as high as on the upper
benches.
Do not toss your ZONE or otherwise handle it roughly. Please handle your ZONE
with care, as you would any other valuable item. Please remember that ZONE is
an electrical device and should be treated with the same caution as other
electrical devices. Do not attempt to disassemble or modify your ZONE, as we
will no longer be able to guarantee safety of operation.
General description of ZONE: Contents
ZONE is sold packaged with the following items:
- ZONE Bluetooth speaker
- Charging cable
- User manual
ZONE’s packaging can be recycled by placing it in cardboard recycling. Please read the user manual thoroughly before using your ZONE and store it for later reference. The user manual can also be found on ZONE’s website at www.zonespeaker.com.
ZONE functions
(1) Lighting system, adjusting lighting modes
When you press this button one, two, three, four, five or six consecutive
times, the colour of ZONE’s lighting changes as follows: red, green, blue,
slow cycle between colors, colors respond to music and no lighting,
respectively.
There is a light at the bottom of the device that turns on when the lighting
system button is depressed for several seconds. NOTE: The light at the bottom
is controlled by the level of ambient light in the environment, which means it
will not illuminate if ZONE is in a lit space. Additionally, the light will
turn off automatically when ZONE detects light and turn back on when its
environment becomes dark again. To disable activation of the light, depress
the button again for approximately three seconds.
(2) Audio mode selector (EQ) (equalizer)
By depressing this button 1–5 times, the device will cycle between audio
modes, allowing you to choose the best sound balance for your listening
experience.
(3) Decreasing volume
By pressing this button one or more times in quick succession, you can lower
or mute the sound volume. You can move back to the beginning of the current
audio track by depressing this button for approximately two seconds.
(4) Play/Pause
By pressing this button, you can pause playback.
You can resume playback by pressing the button a second time.
(5) Increasing volume
By pressing this button one or more times in succession, you can increase the
sound volume. You can skip forward to the next audio track by depressing this
button for approximately two seconds.
(6) Phone function
When your mobile phone is paired with your ZONE via Bluetooth, you can answer
an incoming call by pressing this button once or dismiss the call by pressing
the button twice in quick succession.
(7) Light level sensor
(8) Microphone for phone calls
Rubber protective cover, under which you will find:
(9) Audio jack
(10) Power switch: power on/off
(11) USB port
(12) Power cable socket
Using ZONE
Please read the user manual. Open the rubber protective cover at the back of
the device. (NOTE: The cover opens from the left edge.) Insert the power cable
in the power socket, which is the rightmost socket under the cover, then
connect the power cable to a power outlet. (NOTE: Please ensure that both ends
of the power cable are firmly seated.) A small red light will illuminate on
the USB port, indicating that your ZONE is charging.
At this stage, your ZONE is ready to use, as it can be used while connected to
a power outlet. It takes approximately four hours to fully charge ZONE’s
battery. Once fully charged, ZONE will have enough charge for 8–10 hours of
operation, depending on the sound volume used.
Powering on your ZONE
ZONE’s power switch is located under the rubber protective cover at the back
of the device. ZONE will power on when the switch is in the right-hand
position. To indicate that it is powering on, ZONE will play the “North Wind’s
Sting” start-up sound.
NOTE: Please always ensure that the rubber protective cover is properly
closed to protect your ZONE from water. Please also ensure that no moisture
gets under the cover if you have used your ZONE in a damp environment, such as
a sauna. If necessary, carefully dry the area under the cover with a cotton
cloth.
Powering off your ZONE
Move the power switch to the left-hand position.
The device’s lights will turn off to indicate that it is powered off.
Bluetooth operation
The Bluetooth system begins searching for other Bluetooth devices as soon as
ZONE is turned on. ZONE’s lighting system will pulse while the device is
searching. If the speaker and another device have been paired before, they
will pair automatically. If you want to stop the lighting system from pulsing,
press the lighting button once.
NOTE: If ZONE is connected to another device using the audio jack or USB
port, it will not pair with Bluetooth devices.
Pairing a device with ZONE for the first time via Bluetooth
- When ZONE is powered on, its Bluetooth system will automatically search for other Bluetooth devices to pair with.
- Choose “ZONE Exclusive” on the list of available Bluetooth devices on the device you are trying to pair with ZONE.
- ZONE does not require a password.
- ZONE will play a sound to indicate it has paired with another Bluetooth device.
True Wireless Stereo (TWS)
If you have two ZONEs, you can use them as a paired audio system.
- Ensure that other devices you have paired your ZONE with do not have Bluetooth enabled so that ZONE does not automatically pair with them.
- Power on the two ZONEs and observe that their lighting systems are pulsing.
- Simultaneously depress the Play/Pause button on both ZONEs for approximately three second
- Both ZONEs will play the pairing sound to indicate they are paired.
- The TWS function will be enabled. The lighting on the second ZONE will cease pulsing while the lighting on the first will continue, indicating that you can now enable Bluetooth on the device you want to pair with the ZONEs.
- Select ZONE on the device you want to pair. The lighting on the first ZONE will also cease pulsing to indicate the device has been paired successfully.
- To disable TWS, depress the Play/Pause button on the second ZONE for approximately three seconds.
Managing phone calls
When your mobile phone is paired with your ZONE via Bluetooth, you can answer an incoming call by pressing the ZONE’s phone button once or dismiss the call by pressing the button twice in quick succession.
Playing music without Bluetooth
You can use your ZONE to play audio from devices that have an audio jack or USB port. NOTE: If ZONE is connected to another device using the audio jack or USB port, it will not pair with Bluetooth devices.
Technical specifications
Bluetooth version: V5.0 (TWS)
Bluetooth profiles: A 2 D P, AV R C P, H F P, S P P, B A S ,
DIS, FMP, HRP, HRS, HTP, HTS, IAS, LLS
IP rating: IPX4 (100% water resistant)
Rated power: 2 × 5 W + 1 × 15 W
Maximum power: 2 × 10 W + 1 × 20 W
Sound system: 2.1
Speakers: Φ 52 mm, 4 Ω, 10 W × 2
Subwoofer: Φ 76 mm, 4 Ω, 20 W × 1
Frequency response: 40 HZ – 20 KHZ (-6 dB)
Distortion: ≤1 %
Signal-to-noise ratio: 90 dB
Battery type: Li-on
Battery specifications: 14.4 V, 2500 mAh
Power source: 18 V/1.2 A
Power bank (USB port): 5 V / 1 A
Connections: Audio jack, USB
Dimensions: 237 mm × 230 mm (height × width)
Unit weight: 2.1 kg
Troubleshooting
ZONE does not power on: Charge your ZONE by connecting it to a power
outlet.
No audio: Check that your ZONE has not been inadvertently muted. Press
the button that increases sound volume.
Connection breaking: Move the paired device closer to your ZONE.
ZONE cannot connect with the paired device:
Check that your device’s Bluetooth function is enabled.
NOTE: ZONE will also be unable to connect with a Bluetooth device if
there is a device connected to ZONE via the audio jack or USB port.
Warranty and conformity
Acting against the instructions provided in ZONE’s user manual or other
improper use of the device voids the manufacturer’s warranty.
The device manufacturer, Northern Pails Oy, guarantees that ZONE complies with
the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive
2014/53/EU. The Declaration of Conformity can be found at
www.zonespeaker.com/takuu
Decommissioning your ZONE device
ZONE has an integrated battery and may, therefore, not be disposed of with regular household waste. We recommend that you dispose of your ZONE by depositing it at an official recycling center.
Trademark notice
The Bluetooth® mark and logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. used under license by Northern Pails Oy. The ZONE trademark and product name are the property of the manufacturer of ZONE.
US patent No.: US D883,038 S
CN Patent No.: 201830564623.0
EUIPO: 005230760-0001
European patent: EP18719220.8
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.
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 correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
The distance between user and products should be no less than 20cm
ZONE
DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED BY NORTHERN PAILS LTD
P.O. BOX 32, FI-00701 HELSINKI, FINLAND
[email protected]
WWW.ZONESPEAKER.COM