Partybag 6 User manual

Partybag 6 - v212_EN
USER MANUAL

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Partybag 6 is a portable active loudspeaker, powered by rechargeable battery and driven by a DSP-
controlled Class D amplifier, integrated in an easy to carry backpack.
Every Partybag 6 features: a woofer (1), a tweeter (2), 2 bass reflex ports (3), a control and I/O panel
(4), two side pockets (5), an upper pocket (6) and a carrying handle (7).
Partybag 6 is equipped with the following accessories/parts:
•3.5 mm Jack – 2 x RCA audio cable
•Rain cover
•29.4 V external power supply
•User manual
•Warranty certificate and safety information
Partybag 6 can be used in combination with microphones, musical instruments, and any kind of line
level audio source such as mixers, computers with sound cards, MP3 players, smartphones and
tablets.
Partybag 6 is also a Bluetooth® audio receiver and can play MP3 files from USB memory devices.
Multiple Partybag can be connected in daisy-chain to form a larger sound system.
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CONTROL AND INPUT/OUTPUT PANEL
1. Jack 6.3 mm line out: provides an amplified and mixed audio output from the Partybag input
stage to connect another Partybag or external audio devices.
2. RCA stereo input: line level input to connect generic audio devices.
3. Master volume: sets the volume of Partybag.
4. Back/Play-Pause/Forward buttons: goes back 1 track / play-resume / goes forward 1 track in
the reproduction of MP3 files from USB memory stick or Bluetooth®.
5. USB Socket (5V 500 mA): using this port it’s possible to connect USB memory devices and play
MP3 files from them, or to recharge USB devices such as MP3 players, smartphones etc.
6. Battery level indicator: indicates when the device is turned on and shows
the current battery charge level. The combination of colors shows the
charge level as shown in the scheme (G=green, O=orange, R=red, Black=off).
A single blinking red LED indicates that the device is turning off.
7. Power on button/Bluetooth®: press and hold the button for 3 seconds to
turn the device on or off. A single press of the button reactivates the
Bluetooth® for 60 seconds.
8. 29.4 V power supply input: to be used to recharge Partybag with the supplied power supply.
The LED on the battery charger indicates the charging status.
9. Limiter indicator: shows when the internal limiter is active. The digital limiter protects
Partybag from distortion and possible malfunctioning; it’s active in two cases: if the input signal
level is too high or if the master volume is too high. In case the indicator is turned on for a long
time it is recommended to reduce the volume of the input source and/or of the master volume
to preserve an optimal sound quality. If reducing the master volume the indicator remains
active, then the input signal is too high and it is suggested to lower it.
10. MIC/Line selector for Jack 6.3 mm input: sets the Jack 6.3 mm input in “MIC” mode to connect
microphones or instruments without preamp, or “LINE” to connect line level audio sources.
11. Jack 6.3 mm input: universal input for MIC/Line level signals.
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AUDIO SOURCES CONNECTION
SINGLE PARTYBAG
It is possible to connect several devices to Partybag at the same time using different inputs. The
only exceptions are the Bluetooth® and the MP3 player that cannot work at the same time.
It is recommended to use the cable supplied with Partybag, or other robust and reliable audio
cables, to avoid connection problems.
1. Generic line level audio source (MP3 players, PC, smartphone, DJ console, etc.)
•Connect the audio source to the Partybag RCA input using the bundled Jack 3.5 mm/RCA cable
or another cable
•Turn Partybag on
•Start playback from the audio source in use
NOTE: it is suggested to set the volume high enough on the audio source in use before intervening
on the Partybag master volume, while still avoiding the limiter LED to turn on. If the limiter LED turns
on the audio source volume may be too high.
2. USB Memory device (USB pen drive)
•Turn Partybag on
•Connect the USB memory device to the Partybag USB port
•Playback will start automatically from the first track or from the point where playback was
previously stopped
•Use the “Play-Pause”, “Forward” and “Back” to control the playback of MP3 files

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3. Bluetooth® Player (smartphone, tablet, Bluetooth® transmitters)
•Turn Partybag on
•Use the Bluetooth® device search function on your smartphone or Bluetooth® device
•Select the device named “PARTYBAG-####” (where #### indicates a 4-digit number)
•Play music from your Bluetooth® device
•Use the “Play-Pause”, “Forward” and “Back” buttons to manage playback via Bluetooth®
NOTE: if no device is connected to Partybag's Bluetooth® for 60 seconds, it will turn off to save
battery power. To switch the Bluetooth® on again press the corresponding button, the battery level
indication LEDs will flash to indicate that the Bluetooth® receiver is switched on again for a further
60 seconds.
NOTE: it is suggested to set the volume high enough on your smartphone or Bluetooth® source before
intervening on the Partybag volume.
NOTE: inserting a USB memory device in the Partybag USB port will stop the Bluetooth® function,
that will be re-enabled after removing the USB device.
4. Microphone or musical instruments requiring preamp (electric guitars etc.)
•Connect the microphone or the musical instrument to the Partybag Jack 6.3 mm input using
an XLR-Jack or Jack-Jack cable (mono)
•Set the input to “MIC” mode using the “MIC/LINE” selector
•Turn Partybag on
NOTE: by setting the input in “MIC” mode the natural background noise level may increase.