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  • Page 1 Bond 2 User Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    7. Additional Information ........................28 7.1. Software updates: ........................28 7.2. Factory reset: ..........................28 7.3. Ethernet Connection: ........................ 28 7.4. Wi-Fi Protection Password: ....................... 28 8. Troubleshooting ..........................29 9. Specifications ..........................30 Bond 2 User Manual Page 1 / 30...
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    If the voltage is higher than 240V, the appliance may catch on fire or cause a fire. Do not wash the appliance or use it in the bathroom, or it may cause potential injuries and other problems. Bond 2 User Manual Page 2 / 30...
  • Page 4: Installation Location

    Send the appliance to an authorised service centre. 1.7. Repacking the appliance When sending the appliance by a transport company, use the original packaging to prevent its damage during transport. Bond 2 User Manual Page 3 / 30...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    2. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the TIBO Bond 2 unit. We hope that your experience with the Bond 2 will be enjoyable for many years to come. The Bond range is a family of wireless receivers that can make your existing Hi-Fi capable of playing wireless streaming music in high resolution.
  • Page 6: First Time System Setup

    3. First time system setup 3.1. In the box • Bond 2 unit • USB power cable (Note – Charge port is compatible with Android devices.) • 3.5mm to 3.5mm jack cable • Quick start guide Bond 2 User Manual...
  • Page 7: Top Panel Layout

    3.2. Top panel layout Mode Button: Press to scroll between Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Line In mode Pair Button: Press to make the Bond 2 search for Bluetooth devices in Bluetooth mode Pre-set and Power Button: Short press – Scroll between selected pre-sets Long Press –...
  • Page 8: Rear Panel Layout

    LAN Connection: Connect directly to a router DIN L/R: Connect with a Bang & Olufsen product Line Out: 3.5mm audio stereo output Line In: 3.5mm audio stereo input WPS button Micro USB Power Input Bond 2 User Manual Page 7 / 30...
  • Page 9: Initial Setup Steps

    Therefore, you will need to purchase a 3.5mm to RCA cable if this is the case. 3.5. App download The TIBO app helps you get setup for the first time and helps get the most out of your speaker’s functions. The app is compatible with iOS and Android smartphones and can be downloaded for free on Google Play or in the App Store.
  • Page 10: Wi-Fi Mode

    Bond 2 will respond saying “Wi-Fi mode.” • Open the TIBO app on your Android or iOS device and follow the instructions on screen. • Once opened, if your TIBO app has no devices connected to it, the screen should look like this.
  • Page 11 Then press “Next”. If your router is dual band (2.4G and 5G) this is also fine. • If your router is 5G Wi-Fi only, TIBO speakers will not connect to this Wi-Fi. • Find your Wi-Fi network, type in your password and then press “Next”.
  • Page 12 • Press the WPS button on the rear of the Bond 2. • The Bond 2 will respond by saying “Searching for Wi-Fi connection.” • Then press “Next”. Bond 2 User Manual Page 11 / 30...
  • Page 13 • Then wait for the Bond 2 to connect to your Wi-Fi. • After connected, the Bond 2 will respond by saying “Wi-Fi connected”. • Then press “Next”. Bond 2 User Manual Page 12 / 30...
  • Page 14 • You can now name your Bond 2 within the app. • Either select from the list of pre-set options or click on custom to set your own name. • Then press “Finish”. • Your Bond 2 will now appear on your “Device List”...
  • Page 15: Wi-Fi Mode - Alternative Setups

    On the next screen you will see an option titled “Settings” as a prompt. • Click this to directly enter the Wi-Fi settings in your phone / tablet and find your TIBO product’s own Wi-Fi signal. • If a password is required, use:...
  • Page 16 • Then return to the TIBO app either pressing the back button on your phone / tablet or reopen the app by clicking on the TIBO logo. The screen below will then appear, select your own Wi-Fi network and type in your Wi-Fi’s password.
  • Page 17 • You can now name your TIBO product within the app. Either select from the list of pre-set options or click on “custom” to set your own name. • Then press “Finish”. • Your product will then appear at the top of your “Device List”...
  • Page 18 Wi-Fi mode setup without the TIBO app If you are struggling to connect your TIBO Smart Audio product to your Wi-Fi using the TIBO app, then you can use this last resort method that does not involve the app itself.
  • Page 19: Dlna (Digital Living Network Alliance) Setup

    Bond 2 with your Wi-Fi. • Open the TIBO app and you will see the Bond 2 already on your ‘Device List’. • You can now connect other TIBO Smart Audio products directly to the Bond 2 rather than your original router so that Wi-Fi signal can now extend into the Wi-Fi dead zones.
  • Page 20: Playing Music Via My Music And Internet Radio Services

    • NOTE: Make sure your NAS drive is connected to the same Wi-Fi as your TIBO product in order for it to appear under this section. Also, not all NAS drives are compatible with the TIBO app.
  • Page 21 • See the page Using the pre-set functions how to do this. iHeartRadio • In order to use radio stations on here, you will need to sign in or create an account. Bond 2 User Manual Page 20 / 30...
  • Page 22 Spotify app. From here, play some music on Spotify. • Click on “Devices Available” at the bottom of the screen on Spotify. • Find your TIBO product on the list and connect. Bond 2 User Manual Page 21 / 30...
  • Page 23 Below the Add More Services icon, you will see a Line In and Bluetooth option. This means that by selecting either of these you can change the input mode of your TIBO product using the app itself. • More options will be available in this section depending on how many input modes your TIBO product includes.
  • Page 24: Solo, Group And Stereo Modes

    (See Wi-Fi mode setup) • Then follow the same Wi-Fi connection process as before to add more TIBO products to your Device List. • To group speakers together, simply press and hold one of the speakers within your ‘Device List’...
  • Page 25: Using The Pre-Set Functions

    4.6. Using the pre-set functions • On the main menu of the TIBO app, click on TuneIn and search for the radio station that you’d like to save as a pre-set. • Next to all the radio stations you will see a speaker icon on the right of the screen.
  • Page 26 Then click on any of the pre-sets 1-5 to save a radio station as a pre-set. The Bond 2 will respond by saying “pre-set saved.” • Press the pre-set button on the Bond 2 to scroll through stored pre-sets. Bond 2 User Manual...
  • Page 27: Bluetooth Mode

    You can now stream music to the Bond 2 via your source. • Note: If your source isn’t picking up the Bond 2, press the pair button on top of the Bond 2 to refresh the Bond 2’s Bluetooth settings.
  • Page 28: Line In Mode

    Whilst the Bond 2 is turned off, connect a 3.5mm jack cable to the “Line in” port at the rear of the unit and the other end of the cable to your source. This is to avoid speaker pop when the Bond 2 is turned on. •...
  • Page 29: Additional Information

    7.3. Ethernet Connection: • If you connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the Bond 2 and the other end to your router, the Bond 2 will bypass the Wi-Fi setup phase on the TIBO app. Open the TIBO app and the Bond 2 will be there on your “Device List”...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Product dropping in and out of Wi-Fi • Product too far away from router • Ensure router is dual band, as TIBO products only Cannot connect to router connect with 2.4GHz and NOT 5GHz • Product dropping in and out of Source is too far away from speaker •...
  • Page 31: Specifications

    24 bit/192kHz The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc. and any use of such marks by TIBO is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Bond 2...

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