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 / 32 Alchemy 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 / 32 Alchemy 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 / 32 Alchemy User Manual Page...
Android app offer a simple yet great experience for your music streaming and multi- room set up. You can also have 4 direct pre-sets for radio and online playlists and the Alchemy is available in Walnut, Black and White colours.
3. First time setup 3.1. In the box ▪ Alchemy Mini Hub ▪ Passive speakers x 2 ▪ Quick Start Guide ▪ Speaker Cables x 2 ▪ Remote Control ▪ Power Cables x 2 (UK & EU) ▪ Batteries x 2 (AAA)
5. 6. Line In Mode: Press to activate 6. 7. Bluetooth Mode: Press to activate 7. 8. Wi-Fi Mode: Press to activate 8. 9. & 10. Skip Track Forward / Backward: (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth only) 9. 11. Play / Pause 7 / 32 Alchemy User Manual Page...
3. RCA Line-In Left / Right: E.g. to connect to a phone, turntable or CD player 4. Speaker Output Terminals Left / Right: Insert speaker cable here 5. Mains Power Input 6. Power Button: On / Off 8 / 32 Alchemy User Manual Page...
2. Volume Up / Down 3. Bluetooth Mode 4. Line-In Mode 5. Group Button: Press once to group with all other TIBO Smart Audio products on the same network. Long press to cancel. 6. Pair Button: Press to enter Bluetooth pairing mode 7.
Connect the appropriate power cord to the power input port on the rear of the Alchemy hub and the other end to a plug socket. Then turn on the Alchemy by pressing the on / off switch to on. The standby icon on the front panel will light •...
3.6. App download The TIBO app helps you get setup for the first time and helps get the most out of your product’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 • Either press the Wi-Fi icon on the front of the Alchemy until it responds saying “Wi- Fi mode” or press the mode select button on the remote control. • 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 router’s password and then press ‘Next’. • Press the WPS button on the rear of the Alchemy. The unit will respond by saying “Searching for Wi-Fi connection.” Then press ‘Next’ 13 / 32...
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• Then wait for the Alchemy to connect to your Wi-Fi. When connected, Alchemy will respond by saying “Wi-Fi connected. Then press ‘Next.’ 14 / 32 Alchemy User Manual Page...
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• You can now name your Alchemy 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 Alchemy 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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• Then wait for your product to connect your Wi-Fi. When connected, your product should respond by saying “Wi-Fi connected” the Wi-Fi icon will become still instead flashing. Then press ‘Next.’ 18 / 32 Alchemy User Manual Page...
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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’ page and you’re ready to start streaming music.
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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. 22 / 32 Alchemy 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 Alchemy on the list and connect. 23 / 32 Alchemy User Manual...
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▪ 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.
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 corner to add more devices to your Wi-Fi.
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 1-4 to save a radio station as a pre-set. The Alchemy will respond by saying “pre-set saved.” ▪ Press the corresponding pre-set button on the Alchemy panel or remote control to recall the pre-set.
5. Bluetooth mode • Hold the power / mode button to turn on. If performed correctly, the Alchemy will respond by saying “Power on.” The Alchemy will then tell you what mode is currently activated. E.g. Wi- Fi mode. •...
6. Line In mode • Whilst the Alchemy is turned off, connect an RCA cable to the ‘Line In’ port on the rear panel and the other end of the cable to a source with a Line Out port. E.g. phone / turntable. This is to avoid speaker pop when the Alchemy is turned on.
7.3 Ethernet connection: If you connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Alchemy and the other end to your router, the Alchemy will bypass the Wi-Fi setup phase on the TIBO app. Then open the TIBO app and the Alchemy will be there in your ‘Device List’.
Product dropping in and out of Wi-Fi speed ▪ Product too far away from router Wi-Fi 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 ▪...
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. 32 / 32...
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