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. 2 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
In the event that you find small items or a liquid inside the appliance, you see smoke or smell an odour, immediately disconnect the appliance from the power grid. Send the appliance to an authorised service centre. 3 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
When sending the appliance by a transport company, use the original packaging to prevent its damage during transport. 1.8. Batteries When installing the batteries into your remote control, ensure they are inserted correctly according to the diagram. Plus with plus and minus with minus. 4 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
SIA50 will be enjoyable for many years to come. Old and new technology combine to create the world’s first SIA50. TIBO SIA50 is a class D mini amp with big sound, can stream music Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
3. First time setup 3.1. In the box § SIA50 § UK Standard Plug § EU Standard Plug § Quick Start Guide § Remote Control 6 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
3.3. Rear panel layout 1. Antenna 2. WPS button 3. AUX in L/R 4. SUB out 5. Optical input 6. Speaker output – L/R 7. Power input 8. ON / OFF Switch 8 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
E.g. “Wi-Fi mode.” 3.6. 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.
4. Wi-Fi mode 4.1. Wi-Fi mode setup • With the SIA50 turned on, press the mode button until Wi-Fi mode is activated. A red light will start flashing and the SIA50 will respond saying “Wi-Fi mode.” • Open the TIBO app on your Android or iOS device and follow the instructions on screen.
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Find your Wi-Fi network, type in your password and then press ‘Next’. • Press the WPS button on the rear of the SIA50. The SIA50 will respond by saying “Searching for Wi-Fi connection.” Then press ‘Next’ 12 / 31 SIA50...
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• Then wait for the SIA50 to connect to your Wi-Fi. When connected, the SIA50 will respond by saying “Wi-Fi connected. Then press ‘Next.’ 13 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
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• You can now name your SIA50 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 SIA50 will now appear on your ‘Device List’ within the app. To add more devices, press the ‘cross’...
4.2. Wi-Fi mode – Alternative setups • In some circumstances, the router may not connect with your TIBO product using the above method. If your product does not connect first time, you will be prompted to an alternative Wi-Fi setup method.
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• 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.
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• 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’...
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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.
NAS drive, you can select music from here. § 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.
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§ See the page Using the pre-set functions on how to do this. iHeartRadio § In order to use radio stations on here, you will need to sign in or create an account. 20 / 31 SIA50 User Manual Page...
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Spotify app. From here, play some music on Spotify. § Click on “Devices Available” at the bottom of the screen on Spotify. § Find your SIA50 on the list and connect. 21 / 31 SIA50 User Manual...
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§ More options will be available in this section depending on how many input modes your TIBO product includes. The SIA50 will also have the option of Optical. § You will only be able to change input mode using the app once your product is connected to Wi-Fi.
4.4. Solo, Group and Stereo modes § In order to group products together, you will need a minimum of 2 TIBO Smart Audio products. These can be any TIBO Smart Audio products. § Press the cross icon “+” in the top right...
4.5. 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.
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§ Then click on any of the pre-sets 1-5 to save a radio station as a pre-set. The SIA50 will respond by saying “pre-set saved.” § Press the corresponding pre-set button on the SIA50 panel or remote control to recall the pre-set. 25 / 31 SIA50 User Manual...
Bluetooth devices. • When ‘TIBO SIA50’ appears on your list ‘available devices’ on you source, click to pair your source with the SIA50. When connected, the speaker will respond saying “Bluetooth connected.” • You can now play music to the SIA50 via your device.
6. Line In mode • Whilst the SIA50 is turned off, connect an RCA cable to the ‘Line in’ port at the rear of the speaker and the other end of the cable to your Android/iOS device. This is to avoid speaker pop when the speaker is turned on.
7. Optical mode • Whilst the SIA50 is turned off, connect an optical cable to the optical in port at the rear of the SIA50 and connect the other end of the cable to a source with an optical output. •...
Every so often you may have the opportunity to update the software. This is due to new functions and improved performance. A red ‘update’ box will appear next to the ‘settings’ icon on the TIBO app when there are updates available.
Product dropping in and out of § Wi-Fi speed Wi-Fi § Product too far away from router § Ensure router is dual band, as TIBO products Cannot connect to router only connect with 2.4GHz and NOT 5GHz Product dropping in and out of §...
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. 31 / 31...
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