ION Audio Explorer™ Express User Guide 9
Rear Panel
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Note: Pull the tab on the protective rubber panel to release it and access the rear panel ports.
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. USB-A Charge/Playback Port
You can use this port for charging the USB device, such as a tablet or smartphone. To
charge a device that is streaming music via Bluetooth, pause the music first and then wait
for it to reconnect after the USB cable (not included) is inserted. See O
peration > Using
t
he USB Charge Port for more information.
You can also connect a USB flash drive here to play music. See O
peration > USB Playback
M
ode for more information.
2
. Aux In
Connect a CD player, MP3 player, or other audio source to this 1/8” (3.5 mm) input.
3
. USB-C® Charging Port
Connect the USB-C® end of the included cable to Explorer™ Express here. Then connect
the USB-A end to a 5V, 2A USB power adapter (sold separately) and plug it into a power
outlet, or your computer (powered on). See S
etup > Charging and Battery Information
for more information.
4
. Mic In
Connect the included microphone to this input using the 1/4" (6.35 mm) cable. Press the
M
IC +/- buttons to control the mic volume.
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