BenQ Trevolo S Wireless Bluetooth Portable Electrostatic Speaker
Specifications
- Product Dimensions
9.7 x 5 x 5 inches - Item Weight
3.34 pounds - Batteries
1 Lithium Ion batteries - Frequency response
60 Hz ~ 20 kHz - Playtime
18 hours (depends on user scenarios) - Bluetooth
Bluetooth® 4.2 - Input
3.5 mm stereo input, USB audio - I/O port
Micro USB x1, Line-in x1 - Input power rating
DC 5V 2A - Operating temperature
0 ~ 40°C - Brand
BenQ
Introduction
The smallest portable Bluetooth speaker in the world uses the esteemed Electrostatic Speaker Technology to reproduce vocal and acoustic music with astounding clarity and accuracy. Bidirectional sound projection is provided by vertical dispersion of the full thin-film diaphragm for a more detailed audio performance and accurate transmission of real, sharp, and clear sound. Close your eyes and let the non-distorted 3D audio technology, powerful bass, two woofers, and dual amplifiers transport you to a captivating auditory landscape. You are taken on a musical trip that elevates you and brings you to new levels of auditory pleasure.
What’s In the Box?
- Carrying Bag
- Micro-USB Charger
- Quick Start Guide
Package Content
Pairing and connecting Bluetooth® devices
- Play/Pause
- Volume down
- Bluetooth®
- LED indicator for Bluetooth®
- LED indicator for Power
- Power
- Volume up
- Sound mode (3D)
- NFC
- Micro USB port (charger-in jack)
- Line-in jack
- Have the power adaptor plugged in. Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth® button for 3 seconds to make the speaker discoverable. The LED indicator for Bluetooth® will blink in blue.
- Turn on Bluetooth® of your device to discover and pair with “treVolo S”.
- Flip out both speaker panes and enjoy your music.
- NFC-enabled devices can wake up treVolo S, and treVolo S can automatically connect to Bluetooth® of the devices when they are close to each other.
- treVolo S can be paired with another treVolo S to perform Duo mode. See more information in the user manual.
Recommendations
- Download the app “BenQ Audio” to your Android™ or iOS devices from respective application stores to indulge in the best music playing experience.
- To flexibly tune in with the speaker everywhere for optimal acoustics, have it charged beforehand and put it in an open space.
- The LED indicator of the power button is lit in green with 81% or more of the remaining power, in yellow with 80%~31% of power, and in red with 30% or less of power.
- The LED indicator of the power button also indicates a non-distorted 3D sound of “on” in green and of “off” in red. The LED indicator of the power button mentioned above all-flash for about 5 seconds.
- The input priority of sound is USB > line-in > Bluetooth®.
- For details of treVolo S or other products by BenQ, check out BenQ’s official website at www.BenQ.com for further information.
Music playing variations
Connect to your devices using a cable.
General Safety Information
When setting up or operating your device, please pay special attention to the following:
- Make sure you follow all instructions and warnings related to the system.
- Do not store your device in environments where the temperature is below -10°C or above 50°C, nor use your device in environments where the temperature is below 0°C or above 40°C. Otherwise system performance will be adversely affected.
- Do not expose your device to rain or excess humidity, and keep it away from liquids (such as beverages, faucets, and so on).
- Avoid exposing your device to direct sunlight, or intense light source, and keep it away from sources of heat (such as radiators, space heaters, stoves, and so on).
- Do not expose your device to heavy impacts or strong vibrations.
- Do not use your device near a gas leak.
- Do not use your device near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
- Do not place the device in the vicinity of strong magnetic fields.
- Use the supplied adapter to charge your device, and make sure no heavy objects are placed on the adapter.
- Keep the device accessories away from children.
- Please DO NOT put anything upon the device while using it or leaving it alone.
- Beware of being suffered from the pinch while flipping speaker panes.
Safety information about the battery
The incorrect use of battery may cause leak of chemicals or explosion. Caution: The leak of chemicals may harm the skin and erode the metal contacts. If any chemicals leaks from the device, please use the dry cloth to wipe it clean and contact your BenQ dealer or service center for battery replacement.
- Use only the power adapter supplied with device. Use of another type of power adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger.
- Please use the proper electric outlet and make sure no heavy objects are placed on the power adapter or power cord.
- Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the device or charge the battery. Do not cover the power adapter with paper or other objects that will reduce cooling. Do not use the power adapter while it is inside a carrying case.
- Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment. Never touch the adapter when your hands are wet.
- Connect the adapter to a proper power source. The voltage requirements are found on the product case and/or packaging.
- Do not use the adapter if it becomes damaged.
- Do not attempt to service the adapter. There are no service parts inside. Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture.Consult your BenQ dealer or service center for help and maintenance.
- The adapter stops charging and the LED indicator of power button is lit in red when the temperature of battery reaches 40°C.
- The adapter is manufactured by ASIAN POWER DEVICES INC, and the model number is WB-10E05R.
Caution
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Do not carry the speaker around by holding one of the panes as the speaker may be damaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Like UK adapter no UK adapter on this model
Can it connect to BenQ monitor?
Hi there, we’re pleased to inform you that our TreVolo 2 speaker can be connected to BenQ monitors, indeed, via a headphone jack.
Does it come with the stand?
No
Can I order a replacement power cord?
Don’t know, but it should be generic. So you would just need to match the adapter voltage and the plug. Make sure you have enough current on the replacement brick.
Contrary to typical cone drivers in a box, electrostatic speakers create distortion levels that are one to two orders of magnitude lower. The clarity of electrostatic speakers is exceptional. The main drawback is their exorbitant price, yet electrostatic speakers have long been a favorite among audiophiles.
They should definitely last a long time if properly maintained, in an atmosphere with low to moderate dust, etc. These websites seem to indicate that it will likely be 20 years before maintenance is required.
One even creates a custom amplifier only for its loudspeakers. Instead of segmenting the area into zones that have been created for particular frequency ranges, these drive the entire area at full range.