Oppo SONICA User manual

Sonica
User Manual


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Introduction
OPPO Sonica is a Wi-Fi speaker designed with state of the art technology and
features delivering unbeatable sound quality in a compact package. Its ability to
be placed virtually anywhere you have a power outlet makes it perfect for high
resolution, multi-room music streaming that anyone with a smartphone or tablet
can easily use.
Sonica comes equipped with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities, allowing you
to enjoy the benets of each of these technologies. With Wi-Fi, you get the benet
of controlling the speakers from anywhere in your home, higher quality sound, and
the ability to stream to multiple speakers throughout your home. With Bluetooth,
you have the convenience of a quick and simple connection for locations where
Wi-Fi is not available.
Sonica is controlled via a dedicated app that can stream high resolution audio les
up to 192 kHz / 24-bit from your mobile devices, USB drives, DLNA servers, or NAS
drives. Sonica supports AirPlay and DLNA when connected via Wi-Fi or Ethernet,
Bluetooth, and direct connection via a 3.5 mm analog input.
Sonica’s lifelike and dynamic sound is unparalleled in its class. Its curved shape is
purposefully designed for a wider sound eld and its internal reinforcement ribs
for maximum stability. Sonica’s amplifiers are specially matched to each of the
speaker drivers, and each driver is optimally integrated using a DSP chip to achieve
the best sound balance.
Sonica also features bass radiators, which are unique for a product in this price
category. The bass radiators work to cancel out unwanted vibrations, ensuring
that Sonica does not move or shake when music is played at very high volumes. In
addition, Sonica features multiple sound optimization presets that can be used to
tune the speaker’s sound for dierent room environments and listening preferences.

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About Sonica
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1. Ethernet LAN Port
2. USB Type A Input
3. AUX Input
4. Power Cord Connector
5. Bluetooth Status Indicator
6. Speaker Status Indicator
7. Volume Up
8. Volume Down
9. Mute
Speaker Status Indicator Description of Speaker Status
Flashing Blue
Sonica is ready for you to set up its network
connection. When connecting via Wi-Fi, you will
need the password for your Wi-Fi network.
Flashing Orange
Sonica is connecting to the network. This will occur
during initial configuration, after power-cycling,
when adding another speaker to the network, or
after a network interruption.
Flashing White Sonica is updating the rmware.
Solid White Sonica is connected to the network and ready to use.
Solid Orange Mute is enabled, so there is no audio output.

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Setting Up
Step 1 Connect the included power cord into the Sonica speaker and plug it in to
a power outlet.
Step 2 Connect a smartphone or tablet to your network.
Step 3 Download the Sonica app from the App Store or Google Play Store using
your smartphone or tablet.
Step 4 Open the Sonica app and follow the in-app guide to begin the setup process.
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Music Playback
Playing Music from the Sonica App
Once the Sonica speaker is set up, use the Sonica app to play music stored on your
mobile device, from a supported music streaming service (e.g. TIDAL), or from a
media server on your home network.
AirPlay
Ensure that your device is on the same network as Sonica. Start playing a song
from your local music library or music streaming app on your iOS device, tap the
AirPlay button in the iOS Control Center and select a Sonica speaker to stream to.
AirPlay supports streaming to one speaker at a time.
DLNA
Ensure that your device is on the same network as Sonica. Open an app that is
DLNA compliant, start playing a song in the app and select a Sonica speaker to
cast to. DLNA casting support will vary for dierent devices and apps.

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AUX
Connect a 3.5 mm stereo audio cable (not included) between the AUX Input
connector of Sonica and your playback device.
USB
You can transfer media files from your computer to a USB drive and play them
through Sonica. Plug the USB drive into Sonica’s USB port in order to browse music
using the Sonica app.
Bluetooth
Enable Bluetooth on your device and then pair it with Sonica. Play music from your
device either through its local library or other apps.

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To pair Sonica to a device via Bluetooth, activate Sonica’s pairing mode by pressing the
and buttons on the speaker simultaneously or by setting Pairing
Mode to ON under Settings within the Sonica app. When Pairing Mode is set to
ON, the Bluetooth status indicator will ash white for two minutes and the speaker
can be paired with a Bluetooth device. When Sonica is in pairing mode, enable
Bluetooth on your device and pair it with Sonica; the Bluetooth status indicator will
become solid white when it has been paired and connected successfully. Sonica
will leave its pairing mode after two minutes if pairing is unsuccessful.
For devices that have already paired with Sonica, enable Bluetooth on your
portable device and choose Sonica under paired devices to connect and start
streaming.
Bluetooth Status Indicator Description of Bluetooth Status
OFF Pairing mode is o. Sonica is not visible
to unpaired devices.
Flashing White Sonica is in pairing mode.
Solid White A Bluetooth device is connected.

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Using Multiple Speakers
Multi-Room Expansion
By conguring the speakers into dierent groups, you are able to play the same
music on multiple speakers simultaneously or dierent music on dierent speakers
simultaneously.
Control with Multiple Devices
Sonica can be controlled by multiple devices simultaneously, whether it is your
smartphone or tablet.
Stereo Configuration
Enjoy stereo sound by choosing two of the same model Sonica speakers and
conguring them to play as a stereo pair using the Sonica app.

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Additional Functions
Troubleshooting
Sound Optimization
For the best listening experience, Sonica includes a number of sound optimization
presets that help to ensure that Sonica sounds great in any listening environment.
Just answer a few questions about your room size and speaker location, and the
Sonica app will recommend a suitable preset.
Indicator Lights
You can enable and disable the speaker status indicator, Bluetooth status indicator,
and mood light in the Sonica app. The mood light has several display modes to
choose from, and the mood light’s color can be adjusted as well.
Sleep Timer
You can use the Sonica app to set a sleep timer to stop playback after a certain
amount of time for each speaker or the entire group.
Reconfigure Network
If you have not yet configured Sonica and the speaker status indicator is not
flashing blue, press the and buttons simultaneously to reset the
speaker so that you can recongure its network connection.
Moving Sonica to a Different Network
If you move Sonica to a dierent Wi-Fi network, you will need to recongure its
network settings. Please follow the Recongure Network procedure above.
For more information, please visit www.oppodigital.com/Sonica/help.

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Model Name Sonica
Power Supply 100 V - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 35 W / 6 W (Standby)
Size (mm) 301 (L) x 147 (W) x 135 (H)
Weight 2.4 kg (5.3 lb)
Wi-Fi Protocol 802.11.a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth Standard Bluetooth 4.1
AUX Max Input 2 Vrms
Audio Formats AAC, AIF, AIFC, AIFF, APE, FLAC, M4A, M4A (Apple
Lossless) ALAC, MP2, OGG, WAV, WMA
Drivers
1 x 3.5” long displacement bass driver
2 x 3” balanced bass radiators
2 x 2.5” wideband drivers with Neodymium magnets
Operating Conditions Temperature 5℃- 35℃
Humidity 15% - 75% (No Condensation)
Wall Mount Optional
Specifications
Upgrading the Firmware
Firmware is the system software that controls the features and functions of your
Sonica Wi-Fi speaker. When you open Sonica app, it will automatically prompt you
to upgrade if there is a new version available. For the best user experience, we
strongly suggest upgrading the rmware from time to time.
There are two ways to upgrade the speaker’s rmware:
• Via Network – Sonica will automatically download and install the upgrade
through the Internet.
• Via USB – Sonica will install the upgrade from a connected USB drive. The
rmware les and instructions can be found on OPPO Digital’s website.

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Cautions
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE
THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. THE
APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of
sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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.(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 o 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.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to
operate this device.
FCC Statement

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01 Read these instructions.
02 Keep these instructions.
03 Heed all warnings.
04 Follow all instructions.
05 Do not use this apparatus near water.
06 Clean only with dry cloth.
07 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
08 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
09 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, especially at or near
the plug, outlet, and the power input on the speaker
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. For wall
mounting , please follow the installation manual.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
Important Safety Information

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U.S.A. and Canada
Your OPPO Sonica Wi-Fi Speaker is warranted by OPPO Digital, Inc. against
defective workmanship or materials for one (1) year from the original date of
purchase.
This limited warranty does not apply to the following: applications and uses for
which this product was not intended; altered product or serial numbers; cosmetic
or accidental damage; acts of nature; incorrect electrical line voltage, uctuations
and surges; failure to follow operating or maintenance instructions; normal wear
and tear; products purchased or shipped outside of the U.S.A. and Canada.
OPPO Digital, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace product with new or
reconditioned parts or products. Replacement parts and products assume the
remaining original warranty, or a ninety (90) day warranty, whichever is longer.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights
that vary from state to state.
OPPO Customer Service
Email: service@oppodigital.com
www.oppodigital.com
Warranty

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