Eton rukus Solar - Sound System Manual

RUKUS SOLAR FEATURES

FUNCTIONS

1. Power ON/OFF button
2. Bluetooth button
3. USB port
4. Battery indicator icon
5. USB port icon
6. Bluetooth icon
7. Solar charging icon
8. AUX-in icon
9. AUX-in button
10. Bass button
11. Volume up button
12. Volume down button
13. Monocrystal solar panel
14. E Ink display
15. Speakers
16. Integrated carrying handle
17. DC-in jack
18. USB jack
19. AUX-in port
20. Adjustable mobile device storage

PLUGGING IN THE AC ADAPTER

Connect one end of the aC adapter to the DC jack of the unit and the other end to an electrical outlet.

CHARGING THE BUILT-IN BATTERY BY THE AC POWER/SOLAR ENERGY

The unit has a built-in lithium ion battery for portable power when not using the AC adapter. when the adapter is plugged in or the unit is exposed under the sunshine, the unit will start charging. During charging, the indicator on the display starts blinking.
To fully charge an empty battery:
AC/DC: 3 hours
Solar: 6 hours

BATTERY LIFE (BUILT IN LITHIUM ION BATTERY)

*Charge times may vary depending on solar conditions.
NOTE: To maximize battery life, charge the unit through the AC adapter for 12 hours prior to first use.

PLAYING BACK VIA BLUETOOTH

1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the unit. The power indicator lights up.
2. Press the Bluetooth button to switch the sound source to Bluetooth mode. The indicator appears on the display.
3. Hold the button for 3 seconds to place the unit in pairing mode. The indicator starts blinking rapidly. Unit will give off two short beeps.
   NOTE: The indicator turns solid after the unit is successfully connected. If the indicator starts to blink slowly after 3 minutes, the pair was unsuccessful.
4. Open the Bluetooth settings menu on your Bluetooth-enabled mobile device or computer. Once it is recognized, "rukus solar" will appear on the display of the Bluetooth-enabled device. Select "rukus solar" to pair and connect with your device.
   NOTE: On an iPhone or iPad, tap "rukus solar" to select. If prompted for a password, enter "1234".
5. Once Bluetooth is connected, select the music and press the button on your device. The unit will playback music automatically.
   NOTE: Playback time on built-in battery is ~ 8 hours, depending on music level and other factors.

PLAYING BACK VIA AUX

You can enjoy the sound from an external device such as a portable digital music player. Be sure to turn off the power of the external device before making any connections. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the device to be connected.

1. Connect any device with headphone or line out jack with a 3.5mm line in cable to AUX IN jack on the bottom of the unit.
2. Press the button to turn on the unit.
3. Press the button to switch the sound source to AUX mode, if the unit is not already in AUX mode.
4. Turn on your external device and press button.
5. The unit will start playback the music from the external device automatically.

USB PORT FOR MOBILE DEVICE CHARGING (5V, 500MAH)

The USB jack can be used to charge most devices that allow for USB charging (including many mobile phones, smart phones and wireless headsets).

1. Connect one end of the USB cord to your device and the other end to the USB jack of the unit.
2. Press the button to start charging for your device. Press the button again to stop charging.
   NOTE: use the USB power cord that came with your device to connect to the unit.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME LEVEL

Press the and buttons to adjust the volume levels.
NOTE:
During volume adjustments, if the LED indicator starts to blink, minimum or maximum volume level has been reached.

BASS BOOST

Press the button to turn on bass boost.
Press the button again to turn off.

SWITCHING E INK DISPLAY BACKGROUND COLORS

Press and hold the for 5 seconds to toggle between black and white backgrounds on the E Ink display.

AUTOMATIC ENERGY SAVING

If unit is idle for 10 minutes (no sound output or operation), the unit will turn off automatically.

• Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
• Do not submerge or expose for extended period to water.
• Protect from high humidity and rain.
• Only operate within specified temperature range (0°C to 40°C).
• unplug immediately if liquid has been spilled or any object has fallen into the apparatus.
• Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use detergents or chemical solvents as this might damage the finish.
• unplug and disconnect external antennas during lightning storms.
• Do not remove cover [or back].
• Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

SERVICE FOR YOUR PRODUCT

To obtain service for your product, we recommend first contacting an Etón service representative at 800-872-2228 us, 800-637-1648 Canada or (650) 903-3866 for problem determination and trouble-shooting. If further service is required, the technical staff will instruct how to proceed based on whether the radio is still under warranty or needs non-warranty service.
For service outside of North America, please refer to the distributor information included at time of purchase/receipt.

NEED HELP? CONTACT US.
Etón Corporation, 1015 Corporation way, Palo alto, Ca 94303, USA. 1-800-872-2228 (u.s.); 1-800-637-1648 (Canada); 650-903-3866 (worldwide); M-F, 8:00AM-4:30PM, Pacific standard Time; www.etoncorp.com.