Monster GLO User manual

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Please do not return this
product to the store.
FOR QUESTIONS
OR TECHNICAL
SUPPORT
1-800-976-0877
Weather Resistant
Lantern Speaker
CONNECT 8
SPEAKERS WIRELESSLY
Additional speakers
sold separately

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warning & FCC Statement
Safety Instructions
New Features
Unpacking
Speaker Component
Getting Started
Charging Battery
3.5 MM Aux Input
Bluetooth Connection
NFC Connection
EZ-Play Wireless Connection
Specifications
Limited Warranty
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WARNING
A lightning flash and arrowhead within an equilateral triangle denotes
the presence of insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure. The voltage may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons who come into contact with it.
An exclamation point within an equilateral triangle denotes the
presence of important operation & maintenance/service instructions.
FCC WARNING STATEMENT
PREVENT FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARDS. DO NOT USE EXTENSION
CORDS OR OUTLETS THAT EXPOSE PLUG BLADES. DO NOT
EXPOSE CABLES AND PLUGS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM ANY SERVICING THAT IS NOT
INCLUDED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO REPLACE THE BATTERY, AS INCORRECT
INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION. FOR SERVICE,
CONTACT QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK OF PRODUCT. THERE ARE
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. ATTEMPTING TO
MODIFY CONTROLS OR PERFORMANCE BEYOND
MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
EXPOSURE TO RADIATION.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions and save them for personal reference in the future.
2. Follow all directions for operating the product.
3. Heed all warnings on the product and in the operation instructions.
4. Clean with a dry cloth only. Always unplug the product from any power
source before cleaning.
5. Do not use third-party attachments or non-recommended
accessories with this product.
6. Do not place product on an unstable surface, such as a cart,
stand, tripod, table, etc. Unstable surfaces may cause the
product to fall and cause serious injury to people and serious
damage to the product. Follow all manufacturer instructions for
mounting and accessories.
7. Do not block or cover ventilation slots. Openings in the product cabin ensure
reliable operation and prevent overheating. Avoid placing on beds, sofas, and
rugs, or mounting on racks or bookcases, unless proper ventilation is provided.
8. Do not use plug incorrectly. The product may come with a polarized,
alternating-current line plug (one blade is wider/larger than the other). This is a
safety feature: the plug will only go into outlet receptacles one way. Do not force
the plug. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace the outlet.
9. Prevent power cord hazards. Route cords to avoid walking on them or pinching
them, especially at plug ends and connection points to the product & power outlets.
10. Unplug power cord when not in use. The product should not be plugged into a
power source when not in use for long periods of time.
11. Do not use this product near bodies of water. The product is not waterproof
and cannot be fully submerged in water. Power cords and electric currents should
never be exposed to water.
12. Do not set up near heat sources. Avoid radiators, stoves, heat registers,
amplifiers, and other devices that produce heat. Avoid long exposure to sunlight
and high temperatures.
13. Refer all service to qualified personnel. If the product becomes damaged
during use or encounters a malfunction, contact qualified service personnel. Do
not attempt to service yourself.
14. To use wirelessly, disconnect AC plug completely. The plug must be
completed disconnected from the power outlet.
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UNPACKING
This box includes the following items:
• Monster GLO speaker
• AC Power Cable
• Audio Cable
• User Manual (incl. Limited Warranty Statement)
• Quick Start Guide
• Wall Mount
If any items are missing, contact our customer service team at 1.800.976.0677.
1. AUX input
2. AC power input
3. Power ON/OFF
4. Volume DOWN/UP
5. Bluetooth/AUX pairing
6. EZ-Play TRANSMIT/RECEIVE
SPEAKER COMPONENTS
7. Color Setting
8. Light Setting
9. LED Light Panel
10. Mounting Handle
IPX5 Water Resistance
As rated according to International Protection Marking (IP Code), the Monster GLO is
rated IPx5 for water resistance capable of withstanding exposure to water jets. This
makes the Monster GLO safe n light rain, near splashing drinks, and even around the
pool (but not IN the pool!).
LED Light Panels
The speaker has two LED light panels facing opposite directions. Use the panels to
light up spaces after dark, or just to add some color to festivities. Change colors,
brightness, and light duration to suit your personal needs.
NEW FEATURES
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GETTING STARTED
• Connect the AC cable to the speaker.
• Plug the AC cable into a wall outlet.
• Press the Power button to turn the speaker ON
(GREEN LED will turn on, and voice confirmation).
• Speaker will enter Bluetooth pairing mode
(BLUE LED will flash).
• If 3.5mm AUX cable is plugged in, speaker will automatically enter AUX mode.
CHARGING BATTERY
NOTE: Before first use, charge for ~10 hours.
• Connect speaker to AC outlet via AC
power input to charge the battery
(RED LED will turn on).
• When fully charged, RED LED will turn off.
• When low on battery life, RED LED will flash.
• Make sure Bluetooth function is enabled on your device.
• Place Bluetooth device and speaker within pairing distance (~3 ft.).
• Press and hold Bluetooth button for 3
seconds to enter pairing mode
(BLUE LED will flash).
• Search for Bluetooth connections on
your device. Select “TOWER OF MUSIC 2”.
• Speaker will confirm connection with
audible sound (BLUE LED turns solid).
BLUETOOTH CONNECTION
NFC CONNECTION
• Turn on Bluetooth on your NFC-compatible device.
• Tap your NFC-compatible device onto the speaker’s NFC logo.
• When paired, BLUE LED will stop flashing and remain steady.
(SELECTED DEVICE MUST BE ANDROID)
3.5MM AUX INPUT
• Plug a 3.5mm cable into the AUX input. Speaker will
automatically turn off Bluetooth function and switch
to AUX.
• Connect any audio device to the 3.5mm audio jack
to play audio through the speaker.
• Control volume on the speaker or use the
connected device’s playback functions.
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EZ-PLAY WIRELESS CONNECTION
• Press the EZ-PLAY button TRANSMIT EZ-Play connection
(AMBER LED will flash on TRANSMIT).
• Press and hold the EZ-PLAY button on another EZ-PLAY speaker for 3 seconds to
RECEIVE EZ-PLAY connection (AMBER LED will flash on RECEIVE).
• When speakers connect, the same audio will play from each speaker
(AMBER LED will turn solid).
• When connection is established, speakers will automatically connect whenever
both are powered ON and in range.
• When speaker is converted to RECEIVE, AUX input and Bluetooth features
are disabled.
• Repeat steps with multiple speakers (up to 8 total) to play music in
multiple areas.
Transmitting Speaker
AmberGreen
Receiving Speaker
(ADDITIONAL SPEAKERS SOLD SEPARATELY)
SPECIFICATIONS
Input(s) Bluetooth / AUX / NFC / EZ-Play (TWS)
Control Buttons Power, EZ-Play, Bluetooth, Volume DOWN,
Volume UP, Color Light
LED Indicators Power, Transmit, Receive, Bluetooth, Light
Battery 12.6V 6600mAh, approx. 8 hours of wireless use
Power Input AC
Power Save Auto-sleep after 15 minutes with no signal,
power down after 30 minutes of sleep mode
Speaker Output 5W x 2
Driver Layout 3” Driver (x2), Passive Radiator (x2)
THD + Noise <10%
Cabinet Material Plastic
Dimenstions (W x H x D) 8.11” x 12.6” x 8.11”
Weight 5.4 lbs.
General
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Green Power LED
Red Charging LED
Unit power on mode
Unit in Standby mode
Unit in Standby mode / Fully charged
Low in Battery indication
Blue Bluetooth LED
Charging in progress
Unit is connected with BT device
Unit is in BT waiting mode
Amber EZ-Play LED
Unit is in BT pairing mode
EZ-Play Speakers connected
No connection / Lost connection
On
Off
Off
Slow Flash
On
Steady On
Slow Flash
Fast Flash
Steady On
Slow Flash
Fast Flash Scan Transmit unit signal / send signal
to receive unit (connection request)
Led Status Indicators
Key
Power On / Off Press to turn the speaker ON / Press and hold to turn
speaker OFF
EZ-Play Press to TRANSMIT / Press and hold to RECEIVE
Bluetooth Press and hold to enter pairing mode
Volume DOWN (-) Press to decrease speaker volume
Volume UP (+) Press to increase speaker volume
Color
Light Press to change brightness of LED lights
Volume UP (+) Press and hold to turn LED lights ON/OFF
Operating Temp
Operating Temperature Range 32F° - 104F°
Operating Humidity Range 40~90% RH
Storage Temperature Range -13F° to 158F°
Connections
3.5mm AUX In x 1
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version 4.2 + EDR
Bluetooth Profile A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth Range 10m (33ft.)
Press to change LED light color
Press and hold to turn LED lights ON/OFF
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BTW318
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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 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.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 0cm between the
radiator&your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.