Positive SPARKEDGE Guitar Speaker User Manual

: September 30, 2024
: Positive

Table of Contents

Positive SPARKEDGE Guitar Speaker
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Front Panel
Rear Panel
To play music via Bluetooth
Installing Battery
Factory Reset
Force Shutdown & Restart
FCC STATEMENT
Declarations of Conformity
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Positive SPARKEDGE Guitar Speaker

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: Spark EDGE
Compatibility: Only compatible with Spark Battery (sold separately)
Battery Life: Up to 10 hours of playtime
Charging: Automatically starts charging when plugged in via DC

Product Usage Instructions

Front Panel
The front panel of the Spark EDGE contains essential controls for operating the device. Refer to the user manual for detailed information on each control.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Spark EDGE may include additional ports or connectors for audio input/output. Make sure to connect the device properly to external sources for optimal performance.
Pairing Devices
To pair Spark EDGE with a device, ensure Bluetooth is enabled on the device. Spark EDGE will automatically pair with the last connected device. If the last device is unavailable, it will connect to a previously paired device.
Installing Battery
To install the Spark Battery for extended playtime, plug it into the designated slot on the Spark EDGE. Avoid using third-party batteries to prevent damage to your device.
Factory Reset
If Spark EDGE experiences unresponsiveness or unusual behavior, perform a factory reset by following the steps outlined in the user manual. This can help resolve software-related issues.
Force Shutdown & Restart
If the device freezes or emits unusual noises, force shutdown Spark EDGE by holding the Power button for over 10 seconds. Release the button and hold it again to power on the device.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a third-party battery with Spark EDGE?
A: No, it is recommended to use only the Spark Battery sold separately to avoid damaging your Spark EDGE.
Q: How do I pair Spark EDGE with a new device?
A: Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on the new device and follow the pairing instructions in the user manual. Spark EDGE will automatically connect to the new device once paired.

Front Panel

A – Preset Selector for Channel 1
Customize up to 8 presets for CH1. Use the knob to switch between presets, and press the knob to choose between the 4 red and 4 green presets.
B – Channel 1 Volume Control
Controls the overall volume of CH1.
C – Preset Selector for Channel 2
Customize up to 8 presets for CH2. Use the knob to switch between presets, and press the knob to choose between the 4 red and 4 green presets.
D – Channel 2 Volume Control
Controls the overall volume of CH2.
E – Channel 3/4 Volume Control
Controls the overall volume of CH3/4. Please note that this knob controls the volume of both channels simultaneously and cannot be adjusted separately.
F – Music Volume Control
Controls the volume of Bluetooth music playback and USB audio.
G – Power Indicator
Indicates power status. Solid Red when powered on.
H – Battery Indicator
With Battery Loaded:
- Solid Green: Powered on / Battery 50-100%
- Solid Yellow: Powered on / Battery 10-50%
- Solid Red: Powered on / Battery under 10%
- Flashing Green/Yellow/Red: Charging
I – Wireless Indicators
Indicates the status of the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection.
- Solid Blue/Green: Connected
- Flashing Blue/Green: Pairing

Rear Panel

J – Power Switch
Hold to turn on/off Spark EDGE.
K – Pair Button
- Press once to enter Bluetooth® pairing mode when connecting to a new device.
- Hold to enter pairing mode when connecting to Spark Control X.
- Press twice to enter TWS pairing mode:
- The first speaker to enter TWS mode becomes the L speaker, with a white Bluetooth LED indicator.
- The second speaker to enter TWS mode becomes the R speaker, with a red Bluetooth LED indicator.
L – USB Audio Port (USB-C®)
Connect the supplied USB-C® to USB-A cable to a PC/Mac to use as an audio interface.
M – DC Power Input
Connect with the supplied Power Adapter to a power outlet.
N – Master EQ/Volume
Adjust the overall EQ and volume of Spark EDGE.
O – Input Channel 1 & 2 (XLR / 1/4″ Combo)
CH1/2 features a combo socket that supports both standard XLR or 1/4″ TS line inputs. Each port supports multiple modes:
- XLR
  Microphone Mode (Factory Default) For standard dynamic microphones
- Line In Mode
  For instruments with an output line level signal, such as keyboards, DI boxes or a line output from an external effects unit 1/4″ TS
- Standard Instrument Mode (Factory Default) For general electric guitars, acoustic guitars, or basses
- Hi-Z Instrument Mode
  For electric guitars or basses that have high gain/output pickups or a built- in preamp
- Line In Mode
- For instruments with an output line level signal, such as keyboards,
- DI boxes or a line output from an external effects unit
P – Input Channel 3/4 (1/4″)
CH3/4 has 1 pair of 1/4″ sockets. You can connect either a stereo output or 2 mono outputs. Please note that the CH3/4 does not support built-in effects.
CH3/4 supports multiple modes:
- Standard Instrument Mode (Factory Default)
  For general electric guitars, acoustic guitars, or basses.
- Hi-Z Instrument Mode
  For electric guitars or basses that have high gain/output pickups or a built- in preamp.
- Line In Mode
- For instruments with an output line level signal, such as keyboards,
- DI boxes or a line output from an external effects unit.
Q – Line Output (1/4″)
- Connect to the input of an external device, such as a PA system, audio interface, etc.
- If you only need 1 output, please use the L/Mono output.
R – Headphone Output (1/8″)
Plug in a pair of headphones with a 1/8″ jack.
S – MIDI Ports (Standard 5 Pin DIN)
Input – Connect a wired MIDI controller to control built-in effects and other features.

To play music via Bluetooth

To pair a new device, press the Pair button on the Rear Panel of Spark EDGE, turn Bluetooth® on in the settings of your mobile device, and select “Spark EDGE Audio” from the list of scanned devices.
Spark EDGE will automatically pair with the last device it is connected to. If the last device is not available, Spark EDGE will automatically connect to a device that has been previously paired.

Installing Battery

Spark EDGE is only compatible with Spark Battery (sold separately). Spark Battery has up to 10 hours of playtime and automatically starts charging when Spark EDGE is plugged in via DC. Please be aware that using a third-party battery can damage your Spark EDGE.

Make sure Spark EDGE is off and unplug the power cord.
Open the battery cover on the back and lift it up
Insert Spark Battery with the sticker facing above.
Put back the cover.
You can now turn on Spark EDGE using battery power.

Factory Reset

Follow the steps below to perform a factory reset. This process will reset all the presets stored on the Spark EDGE as well as its Bluetooth pairing information, Power Saving Setting.

Turn off your Spark EDGE.
Hold the Power Button and Preset Knob, then release the buttons when the Power Indicator turns into white color.
Hold the Power Button, until all four preset LEDs blink, then release the button.
Spark EDGE will be turned off automatically when the factory reset is completed, turn it back on to start playing.

After step 2, if you’re not ready to perform factory reset, or tends to do it later, you can cancel the process by tapping the Power Button.

Force Shutdown & Restart

If Spark EDGE runs into an issue where the knobs/buttons don’t respond anymore or freeze, or emits an unusual noise, follow the steps below to force shutdown and restart Spark EDGE.

Hold the Power button for over 10 seconds.
Release the Power button, and hold it again to turn Spark EDGE on.

FCC STATEMENT

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 interfer- ence to radio communications. However, there is no guaran- tee 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 the receiver.
Connect the equipment to 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.

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.

Caution: FCC/IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC and IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and any part of your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Caution!
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IC
This device contains license-exempt transmitters)/receivers) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B)

TRIMAN

WEEE

IMDA
Complies with IMDA Standards DB106232.

BQB
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by XXXXXXXXXX(Company) is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

WIFI
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ logo is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.

Declarations of Conformity

RoHS

BATTERIES
A warning that batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or light.

Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard;
Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion;
Leaving a battery, in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas;
A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.