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TROUPER User Guide English Tap or click for technical support. ionaudio.com/support...
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Using USB Mode ........................16 Using the USB Charge Port ....................17 Light Modes ..........................18 App Control ..........................19 TROUBLESHOOTING ................20 APPENDIX ....................22 Technical Specifications ...................... 22 Trademarks & Licenses ......................23 ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Trouper™ 300. At ION, your entertainment is as important to us as it is to you. That’s why we design our products with one thing in mind—to make your life more fun and more convenient.
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If you leave the battery level low and do not charge it for 3 months, it may permanently lose capacity. Repair If the battery fails to charge, contact ION Audio at ionaudio.com. Disposal Bring the unit to a recycling center or dispose of in accordance with local ordinances.
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Connection Diagram Items not listed under the Box Contents are sold separately. Microphone Auxiliary Device (Smartphone, Tablet, MP3 Player, etc.) Bluetooth Device Power ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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7. Once the microphone and audio source are clearly audible and balanced, use the Control Knob to set the overall output level of the speaker to your desired volume. For specific troubleshooting steps, please see the Troubleshooting section. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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FEATURES Rear Panel Click a control below to jump to that section. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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In Bluetooth and USB modes, press this button to go to the next track. In FM mode, press this button briefly to go to the next station. Press and hold this button to seek the next strong station. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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Main volume (VOL) setting using the Control Knob to the appropriate volume. 10. MIC Inputs (1/4” [6.35 mm] & XLR) Connect a microphone or mic-level source to these inputs. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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Use this switch to power the speaker on or o . When powered on, the blue indicator on the front panel will be lit. Return the Main volume to "zero" before powering o speaker. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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Adjust low EQ HIGH Adjust high EQ ECHO Adjust mic echo Adjust main volume If there is no activity on the Control Knob for five seconds, the function will go back to Main Volume. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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SOURCE button to switch to Bluetooth mode, as indicated on the display with the Bluetooth icon. 3. Navigate to your device’s Bluetooth setup screen, find TROUPER 300, and connect. Note: Do not connect to iPA118C_BLE; this is reserved exclusively for connecting to the ION Sound Control™...
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To erase the Stereo-Link™ settings on both units, press and hold the Link button on the primary (left) speaker for 10 seconds. A confirmation tone will be heard to indicate that the link settings have been erased. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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Pause / Presets button again to save it. To recall a previously saved preset, briefly press the Play/Pause / Presets button to cycle between the 10 presets. You can also use the ION Sound Control™ app to save and recall presets. See Operation > App Control for more information.
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MAIN volume level. This will help ensure the best quality audio signal from your device. If signal distortion occurs, try lowering the volume on your device. To exit Aux mode, press the SOURCE button to switch to USB, FM, or Bluetooth modes. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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FOLd: Repeats all tracks in the current folder of the USB drive. o OnE: Repeats the currently playing track. o rAn: Randomly shu es the track order. To exit USB mode, press the SOURCE button to switch to AUX, FM, or Bluetooth modes. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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2. Connect the other end of the cable to the charging input on your smartphone, tablet, or other compatible device. Note: To charge smartphones and tablets faster, put the device’s screen to sleep. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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Both will cycle through the color spectrum. • Static Color: All LEDs will stay the same color (the color can be adjusted from the ION Sound Control ™...
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Android OS or iOS on your device. Follow these steps to download the free app on your device: 1. Open the Apple App Store or Google Play on your device. Then, search for the ION Sound Control™ app. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the app. Once downloaded, the ION Sound Control™...
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If there is too much bass: Try adjusting the tone or EQ control on your sound source or on Trouper™ 300 via the ION Sound Control™ app to lower the bass level. This will allow you to play the music louder before clipping (distortion) occurs.
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If you are experiencing other issues with Trouper™ 300 and need to perform a factory reset, press and hold the LIGHTS button for 10 seconds. The speaker will power cycle and the default settings will be restored. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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* Bluetooth and wireless reception and range are a ected by walls, obstructions, and movement. For optimal performance, place the product so it is unobstructed by walls or furniture and is raised o the ground. ** Battery life may vary based on temperature, age, and volume usage of product. ION Audio Trouper™ 300 User Guide...
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Trademarks & Licenses ION Audio is a trademark of inMusic Brands, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by ION Audio is under license.
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