Hercules Wae Outdoor Rush

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ON/OFF

Play/Pause

USB Out

USB In

Line In

1. Charge completely before rst use

Completely charge your WAE Outdoor Rush

speaker before using it for the rst time.

Connect the Micro-USB connector on the

Micro-USB to USB cable (12) to the Micro-USB

port (11) on the WAE Outdoor Rush speaker,

and the other end of the cable to the USB port

on a computer or on a smartphone/tablet USB

power adapter (5V/1A)*.

The standard charging time is 3.5 hours.

While charging, the charge indicator (1) ashes

green. When the battery is fully charged, the

charge indicator (1) stops ashing.

When the battery level is low, the charge

indicator (1) ashes.

2. Getting started with your speaker

To power on your WAE Outdoor Rush speaker,

press the on/o button (1). To power o the

speaker, press the on/o button (1) for 2

seconds.

When used for the rst time, your WAE Outdoor

Rush speaker is ready for pairing: the Bluetooth®

indicator (7) ashes blue.

- On your smartphone/tablet, MP3 player or

computer, enable the Bluetooth® wireless

technology function, and search for available

Bluetooth® devices.

- Select WAE Outdoor Rush in the list of available

Bluetooth® devices and carry out the pairing (if

an access code is required, enter 0000).

Once the devices are paired and connected, the

Bluetooth® indicator (7) stays lit up in blue. You

are now ready to play your music.

3. Volume and music controls

The volume + and volume – buttons (2 and 3)

let you control the volume of your WAE Outdoor

Rush speaker, independently of the controls on

your Bluetooth® device (smartphone, tablet,

MP3 player, computer…).

For devices supporting Absolute Volume

(AVRCP 1.4) mode, their volume level is directly

controlled by the WAE Outdoor Rush speaker.

4. Playing music on the WAE

Outdoor Rush from another music

source

If you want to play music from a dierent

Bluetooth® music source (smartphone, tablet,

lecteur MP3, PC...) than that currently used,

press and hold the Bluetooth® button (7) for 3

seconds until it beeps to disconnect the

connected device. The Bluetooth® indicator (7)

ashes blue to indicate that you can now pair

and connect a new Bluetooth® device.

5. Clearing the saved list of paired

devices

Your WAE Outdoor Rush speaker can save

pairing information for up to 8 devices. A long

press (8 seconds) on the Bluetooth® button (7)

lets you clear the saved list of paired devices.

6. FM radio

Press the FM Radio button (8) to enable the FM

radio function: the FM Radio indicator (8) lights

up in white.

When used for the rst time, an automatic scan

is carried out: the automatic scan will save all

detected stations, and will start playing the rst

station when the scan is complete. You can then

switch between the dierent stations using the

Next (5) and Previous (6) buttons.

Pressing the Play/Pause button (4) enables or

disables the mute mode.

To launch a new scan for stations, press and

hold the FM Radio button (8) for 3 seconds.

During a scan, the indicator (8) ashes white.

You can save up to 40 stations.

Download and check out all the FM

functionalities thanks to the WAE Music app:

display frequencies, stations list…

In the US only: in order to improve the quality of

the FM reception, you need to download and

1. On/o button and charge indicator

2. Volume + button

3. Volume – button

4. Play/Pause/Mute button

5. Next button

6. Previous button

7. Bluetooth® button and indicator

8. FM Radio button and indicator

9. Line input connector

10. USB port

11. Micro-USB port

12. Micro-USB to USB cable

install the WAE Music app. Once connected to

the WAE Outdoor Rush, from the FM panel, go

to the advanced settings and change the

EU/US setting to US.

7. Line input

You can connect your MP3 player directly to

the speaker’s line input connector (9).

8. Standby mode

When the WAE Outdoor Rush speaker plays

no music (via the Bluetooth® function or the

FM radio) for 10 minutes or more, it switches

to standby mode in order to save battery

power. You can “wake it up” from standby

mode by pressing the on/o button (1) or

using the

WAE Music app

9. Charging function**

When the Bluetooth® mode is enabled (only in

this mode), you can charge your smartphone

by connecting it to the USB port (10).

You can reduce the charging time by turning

o the Bluetooth® function: to do so, press the

Bluetooth® button (7) twice. When your device

is fully charged, press the Bluetooth® button (7)

twice again to enable the function.

Your WAE Outdoor Rush speaker features a

USB port (10), allowing you to charge an

external device (smartphone, MP3 player).

The charging power level provided by the

speaker is 500 mA, allowing you to charge

most smartphones. You cannot use the

speaker to charge a tablet.

10. IP67 protection

Make sure that the protective cap is fully

screwed on, in order to ensure that the

product is water- and dust-tight.

Use the tool attached to the wrist strap to

lock/unlock the protective cap.

* Not included.

** A specic cable (not included) may be

required.

ENGLISH

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WAE Music app

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Overview

Function Description
Usage Features
Initial Setup and Charging
Powering On/Off and Bluetooth® Pairing
Volume and Music Controls
Switching Music Sources
Clearing Paired Devices
FM Radio Functionality
WAE Music App for Enhanced FM Control
Line Input
Standby Mode
Charging External Devices
Maintenance Features
IP67 Protection
WAE Music App for Firmware Updates
Battery Management

The WAE Outdoor Rush is a wireless audio experience speaker designed for robust outdoor use, offering a range of features for music playback, FM radio, and device charging.

Function Description

The WAE Outdoor Rush serves as a portable speaker with Bluetooth® connectivity, an integrated FM radio, and a line input for wired connections. It also functions as a power bank, allowing users to charge external devices. The speaker is designed with IP67 protection, ensuring it is water- and dust-tight, making it suitable for various outdoor environments. An accompanying WAE Music app enhances the user experience by providing advanced controls and functionalities.

Usage Features

Initial Setup and Charging:

Before first use, the speaker requires a full charge. This is done by connecting the Micro-USB port (11) on the speaker to a USB power source (computer or 5V/1A adapter) using the provided Micro-USB to USB cable (12). The standard charging time is approximately 3.5 hours. During charging, the charge indicator (1) flashes green, turning solid green once fully charged. A flashing indicator also signals a low battery level.

Powering On/Off and Bluetooth® Pairing:

To power on the speaker, press the on/off button (1). To power off, press and hold the same button for 2 seconds. Upon first power-on, the speaker automatically enters pairing mode, indicated by a flashing blue Bluetooth® indicator (7). Users can then enable Bluetooth® on their smartphone, tablet, MP3 player, or computer, search for available devices, and select "WAE Outdoor Rush" to pair. If prompted for an access code, enter "0000". Once paired, the Bluetooth® indicator (7) remains solid blue.

Volume and Music Controls:

The speaker features dedicated volume up (2) and volume down (3) buttons, allowing independent volume control from the connected Bluetooth® device. For devices supporting Absolute Volume (AVRCP 1.4), the speaker's volume directly controls the device's volume. The Play/Pause button (4) controls music playback. The Next (5) and Previous (6) buttons allow navigation through tracks.

Switching Music Sources:

To disconnect from a currently connected Bluetooth® device and pair with a new one, press and hold the Bluetooth® button (7) for 3 seconds until a beep is heard and the indicator flashes blue. This allows for pairing with a different music source.

Clearing Paired Devices:

The speaker can store pairing information for up to 8 devices. To clear this list, press and hold the Bluetooth® button (7) for 8 seconds.

FM Radio Functionality:

To activate the FM radio, press the FM Radio button (8), which will light up white. The first time the FM radio is used, an automatic scan will be performed to detect and save available stations. The speaker will then start playing the first detected station. Users can navigate between saved stations using the Next (5) and Previous (6) buttons. The Play/Pause button (4) can mute or unmute the radio. To initiate a new station scan, press and hold the FM Radio button (8) for 3 seconds; the indicator (8) will flash white during the scan. The speaker can save up to 40 stations.

WAE Music App for Enhanced FM Control:

The WAE Music app, available on Google Play and the App Store, provides advanced FM functionalities, including displaying frequencies, station lists, and more. For users in the US, downloading and installing the app and changing the EU/US setting to US in the advanced FM panel settings can improve FM reception quality.

Line Input:

For wired connections, an MP3 player can be directly connected to the speaker's line input connector (9).

Standby Mode:

To conserve battery, the speaker automatically enters standby mode after 10 minutes of inactivity (no music playback via Bluetooth® or FM radio). It can be woken up by pressing the on/off button (1) or through the WAE Music app.

Charging External Devices:

The speaker features a USB port (10) that allows charging of external devices like smartphones. This function is available only when Bluetooth® mode is enabled. To reduce charging time, users can double-press the Bluetooth® button (7) to temporarily disable Bluetooth®. Double-pressing it again re-enables Bluetooth® once the device is charged. The USB port provides 500 mA of charging power, suitable for most smartphones but not tablets.

Maintenance Features

IP67 Protection:

The WAE Outdoor Rush is designed with IP67 protection, meaning it is resistant to water and dust. To ensure this protection, it is crucial to make sure the protective cap is fully screwed on. A tool attached to the wrist strap is provided to help lock/unlock the protective cap securely.

WAE Music App for Firmware Updates:

While not explicitly detailed in the provided text, companion apps often facilitate firmware updates for devices, which can improve performance and add new features. The "Speaker Options" section in the app's main panel mentions "firmware version," suggesting that updates might be managed through the app.

Battery Management:

The app's main panel provides information regarding the speaker's battery level, allowing users to monitor and manage charging cycles effectively. The "Standby mode" feature also contributes to battery longevity by conserving power during inactivity.

Hercules Wae Outdoor Rush Specifications

General

Type	Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Battery Life	12 hours
Bluetooth Range	10 meters
Connectivity	Bluetooth, 3.5mm Aux-in
Frequency Response	130Hz - 20kHz
Built-in Microphone	Yes
Water Resistance	IPX7
Color Options	Black