SoundExtreme SE26 Powersports Amplified Soundbar

SE26 Layout

FRONT: Features backlit speakers and a control panel.

LEFT SIDE: Features a backlit woofer.

RIGHT SIDE: Features a backlit woofer.

BACK: Features an Auxiliary Power-Out SAE Connector (Black), a 12V Power-In SAE Connector (Red), and a Light Bar.

Input and Output Connections

• USB Charging Port: USB-A jack for charging devices (5V, 2.1A). Only functions when the speaker is powered on.
• Aux-In Port (Black): 3.5mm audio jack for connecting additional soundbars, CD players, MP3 players, etc.
• Aux-Out Port (Gray): 3.5mm audio jack for connecting to additional soundbars, radios, amplifiers, or audio systems with an Aux-In connection.

IMPORTANT: Maintaining Waterproofness Ensure all caps are properly closed to maintain the unit's watertight integrity. Push caps firmly until they fit flat or snap securely into place.

Buttons and LED Status Indicators

LED Indicators (from left to right): Power, Bluetooth, Mode, and Status.

• Power: Solid Green (On), No Light (Off).
• Bluetooth: Flashing Blue (Pairing), Solid Blue (Connected).
• Mode: Solid Blue (Speaker Mode), Flashing Red (EcoCast Transmitting - Pairing Ready), Solid Red (EcoCast Transmitting - Paired), Flashing Green (EcoCast Receiving - Pairing Ready), Solid Green (EcoCast Receiving - Paired).
• Status: Solid Blue (FM Mode), Solid Green (Aux-In Mode), Solid Red (Accessory Mode Enabled).

Button Functions:

• Power Button : Short-press to turn on/off. Announces "Speaker on, ready to connect."
• Mode Button : Cycles through Bluetooth, EcoCast Transmitting, EcoCast Receiving, FM, and Aux-In modes.
• Volume Control Buttons : Short-press to adjust volume. Press and hold to adjust volume continuously.
• Track Buttons : In Bluetooth Mode, short-press to play previous/next track. In FM Mode, short-press to tune to a station, press and hold to seek a station.
• Backlight Speakers Button : Cycles through 6 Party Light Modes (Green, Red, White, Blue, Music Sync, Fading).
• Light Bar Button : Cycles through 5 Light Modes (Red, Yellow, White (High/Mid/Low)). Press and hold to enable/disable Accessory Mode.
• Bluetooth Button : Short-press to enter Bluetooth Pairing or disconnect. Press and hold for 5 seconds to clear pairing memory. In FM Mode, used for FM Station Preset 1.
• Play / Pause / Answer / EcoTalk Button : Short-press to play/pause or answer/end calls. Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate voice assistant (Siri/Hey Google). In FM Mode, used for FM Station Preset 2.

Installation and Wiring

Mounting Your Soundbar

Refer to the separate, mount-specific spec sheet for mounting accessories.

Connecting to 12V DC Power Supply

The SoundExtreme requires an external 12V DC power supply. Ensure your vehicle's battery terminal voltage is 12VDC. A DC-DC converter with a 12V output is needed if the voltage is not 12V. Connecting to a non-12VDC source may cause malfunction or damage.

WARNING: The unit draws minimal power even when off. To prevent battery drain during prolonged inactivity (over 48 hours), unplug the unit or add a toggle switch.

Installation: 12V Power-In SAE Connector

1. Attach the 8ft Power Cable to the 12V Power-In SAE Connector (RED).
2. Remove the 15 Amp Blade Fuse from the Fuse Holder.
3. Ensure the fuse holder cap is properly closed.
4. Gas Vehicle Installation:
   • Loosen battery terminal bolts.
   • Connect the BLACK wire to the negative terminal and the RED wire to the positive terminal. Incorrect wiring may damage the unit.
   • Tighten battery terminal bolts securely.
5. Electric Vehicle Installation:
   • Switch vehicle to Tow mode, if available.
   • Wire the BLACK wire to the GROUND on the DC-DC Converter output.
   • Wire the RED wire to the POSITIVE (+) post on the DC-DC Converter output.
   • Return the 15 Amp Blade Fuse to the Fuse Holder and close the cap.

Tip: Use zip ties to secure excess wires.

Accessory Mode

Connect your accessory to the Auxiliary Power-Out SAE Connector (12V only).

• Press and hold for 3 seconds to enable Auxiliary Power-Out. The speaker will announce, "Accessory mode enabled."
• Press and hold again to disable Auxiliary Power-Out. The speaker will announce, “Accessory mode disabled.”

Use Caution: Do NOT connect to your accessory if the Auxiliary Power-Out SAE Connector is wet.

Audio Functions

Connecting and Playing Bluetooth Audio

1. Turn on your Bluetooth device.
2. Short-press the Power Button to turn on the SoundExtreme.
3. Short-press the Bluetooth Button to start pairing if the Bluetooth LED is not flashing.
4. Navigate to your Bluetooth device's setup screen, find and select 'ECOXGEAR' to connect. If the speaker name is not visible, toggle your phone's Bluetooth off and on, or short-press the Bluetooth Button on the speaker to re-enable pairing.
5. Once connected, the speaker will announce, "Your phone is connected," and the Bluetooth LED will turn solid Blue.
6. Play your desired audio and use the Play/Pause, Volume, or Track buttons to control playback.

Notes:

• If pairing is not complete within 5 minutes, repeat the pairing steps.
• After successful connection, turning the speaker off and on will automatically reconnect to the last connected device.
• Press and hold for 5 seconds to clear all pairing records.

Adjust Volume

Short-press or to adjust volume. Press and hold or + to adjust volume continuously.

Play Music (Bluetooth Mode)

Short-press to play/pause. Short-press < to play the previous song. Short-press > to skip to the next audio track.

Notes:

• If a call is received, short-press to answer and again to end the call.
• Volume and Play/Pause can also be controlled from your Bluetooth device. For Aux-In audio, use your device to control playback.

EcoTalk

Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate your device's voice assistant (Siri/Hey Google). The soundbar's microphone will capture your commands.

Notes:

• Your device must be connected via Bluetooth for EcoTalk.
• Voice assistant functionality varies by device.

EcoCast - Stream Music Between Multiple Speakers

The SoundExtreme SE26 features EcoCast for broadcasting or receiving wireless audio streams to/from other EcoCast-enabled products (up to 100 devices).

EcoCast Streaming: Two Modes

• EcoCast Transmitting Mode: Broadcasts audio to multiple EcoCast-enabled speakers.
• EcoCast Receiving Mode: Receives audio from an EcoCast Transmitting speaker, soundbar, or radio.

Notes:

• EcoCast is disabled in Speaker Mode.
• A broadcast system can be built by initiating EcoCast Transmitting Mode on one soundbar and having other speakers in EcoCast Receiving Mode.

EcoCast: First Two Speakers

1. Connect Speaker A to your Bluetooth device and play audio.
2. Short-press the Mode Button on Speaker A to enter EcoCast Transmitting Mode (Mode LED flashes Red).
3. Turn on Speaker B and short-press the Mode Button to enter EcoCast Receiving Mode (Mode LED flashes Green).
4. Once connected, Speaker B will announce "Connection successful" and play audio from your Bluetooth device.

EcoCast: Additional Receiving Speakers

1. Turn on additional EcoCast-enabled speakers (C and D) and press the Mode Button to enter EcoCast Receiving Mode (Mode LED flashes Green).
2. On Speaker A (solid Red Mode LED), press and hold the Mode Button for 6 seconds (Mode LED flashes Red).
3. Once connected, Speakers C and D will announce "Connection successful" and play audio from your Bluetooth device.

Notes:

• If speakers are turned off and on, EcoCast Receiving speakers (B, C, D) will automatically reconnect to Speaker A. If not, repeat the connection steps.
• EcoCast functionality is limited to a 30 ft range between speakers.
• Ensure speakers are within a few feet of each other during connection.

Listening to FM Radio

Recommendation: Turn off LED Party Lights when searching for radio stations to avoid interference.

Station Tuning

• Short-press the Mode Button to enter FM Mode.
• Short-press < or > to tune in a radio station.
• Press and hold < or to seek a strong station.
• Short-press or + to adjust the volume.

Station Presets

The SoundExtreme SE26 can store up to two radio stations.

• Press and hold to assign the current station to Preset 1.
• Press and hold to assign the current station to Preset 2.
• Briefly press either button to go to the stored radio station.

Remote Control

Pairing Your Remote Control

1. Pull and remove the plastic tab from the Remote Control.
2. Connect the SoundExtreme to a 12V power supply.
3. Within 15 seconds, press and hold ACC for 3 seconds to pair the Remote Control.
4. Verify pairing by pressing the to check if the speakers light up. If not, unplug the 12V power supply and repeat the steps.

Once paired, the remote is stored in the SoundExtreme's memory.

Audio Controls (Remote)

• Power: Press and hold for 3 seconds to power on/off.
• Mode: Short-press to cycle through modes (Bluetooth, EcoCast Transmitting, EcoCast Receiving, FM, Aux-In).
• Play/Pause: Short-press .
• Pause: Short-press again.
• Previous Track: Short-press .
• Next Track: Short-press .
• Volume: Short-press or + to adjust volume.

LED Controls (Remote)

• Backlit Speakers: Short-press to turn backlights on/off. Short-press or + to cycle through 6 Party Light Modes.
• Light Bar: Short-press to turn Light Bar on/off. Short-press or + to cycle through 5 Light Modes.

Remote Switch

Connect your accessory to the Auxiliary Power-Out SAE Connector (12V only).

• Short-press ACC to enable Auxiliary Power-Out. The speaker will announce, "Accessory Mode enabled."
• Short-press ACC again to disable Auxiliary Power-Out. The speaker will announce, “Accessory Mode disabled.”

Use Caution: Do NOT connect to your accessory if the Auxiliary Power-Out SAE Connector is wet.

Troubleshooting

• The sound is distorted: Lower the volume on your connected device and the soundbar.
• Cannot pair with Bluetooth device: Ensure device compatibility. Turn off and on both devices and reconnect. Ensure Bluetooth Mode is selected.
• Poor FM reception: Move the product to a different location.
• Cannot play music from a flash drive: USB ports are for charging only.
• Volume level is too low: Increase volume on the SE26 and your Bluetooth device.
• LED lights for show and off-road use only: Check local ordinances. LED lights are not DOT compliant and should not be used on public roads.

Do NOT attempt to fix your SoundExtreme. Contact Customer Support at support@gracedigital.com or 800.903.9524.

WARNING: REMOTE CONTROL INCLUDES A BUTTON BATTERY. Keep BUTTON BATTERY out of reach of CHILDREN. If swallowed, SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.

Specifications

• Unit Dimensions: 4.5 in / 114 mm (height), 25.5 in / 648 mm (width)
• Unit Weight: 11 lbs
• Bluetooth Compliance: Bluetooth V 5.1
• Bluetooth Frequency Band: 2.402~2.480GHz ISM Spectrum
• Bluetooth Range: Up to 100 ft / 30m
• Compatibility: Mobile phones/devices supporting Bluetooth V1.1 and above.
• Modulation: GFSK, π/4-DQPSK, 8DPSK
• Tweeter (2x): 1" (25 mm)
• Woofer (2x): 4" (102 mm)
• Mid-Range Speaker (4x): 2.25" (57 mm)
• Audio Output Power: 500W (peak)
• Power Supply: Input Voltage: 12VDC, 10A (requires external DC battery)
• USB Output: 5V, 2.1A
• EcoCast Range: 30 ft / 9.1 m between Casting and Receiving speakers
• Radio Frequency Range: US: FM 87.5 - 107.9 mHz
• RF Remote Operating Frequency: 433 MHz
• Power Cable In-Line Blade Fuse: 15A, 32V
• Storage Temperature: -40°F to 122°F / -40°C to 50°C
• Operating Temperature: 23°F to 95°F / -5°C to 35°C
• Waterproof / Dustproof Rating: IP66

Important Legal Information

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: no harmful interference and acceptance of received interference.

RF WARNING STATEMENT

The device meets general RF exposure requirements and can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.

IC STATEMENT

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

PRODUCT USE AND PROTECTION

Use only as intended. The unit is intended for indoor/outdoor and land/water environments. It is IP66 waterproof but should NOT be submerged. Do NOT attempt to power a wet unit. Return to SoundExtreme for assessment and repair if water ingress is suspected.

SAFETY ADVISORY & WARNING

• Do NOT open to repair; a qualified technician must perform repairs.
• Do NOT connect to a 12V DC power supply while the unit is wet. Ensure all connections are dry before connecting to a power source to avoid electrical damage and voiding the warranty.
• WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Do NOT dispose of in a landfill. Contact SoundExtreme at www.gracesupport.com or a certified recycling agent.

SAFETY

This product has a limited lifespan. Do not modify or remove original component parts, as this could cause damage and water ingress. Do not charge a unit with water ingress due to fire/shock risk. Exercise care and good judgment when using the unit.

• Return the unit to SoundExtreme if water ingress is suspected or if a severe impact may have affected its water integrity.
• Never power a wet unit, as it could be hazardous.
• Never use a unit that has been dropped or thrown if its housing integrity may be compromised. Return for assessment.
• Never attempt to fix or repair the unit yourself. Send it back to SoundExtreme for assessments and repairs.

CARE, MAINTENANCE & PRECAUTIONS

• Do NOT apply excessive force to any surfaces.
• Do NOT use or store the unit in places with high temperatures.
• AVOID prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation and strong magnetic fields.

LIMITED MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY

The SoundExtreme SE26 has a 1-year limited warranty covering defects in workmanship and/or materials from the original purchase date. The warranty does not apply to products that have been abused, neglected, modified, or used for unintended purposes. Refer to care and maintenance instructions. The warranty is valid only for the original owner purchasing from an authorized dealer. Grace Digital reserves the right to replace out-of-stock or discontinued products. Discontinued products may not be available for warranty replacement. Contents are NOT covered by the warranty. Warranty terms may be revised at the manufacturer's discretion. Visit www.ecoxgear.com for additional product & warranty information.

FC CE ROHS NOM

SoundExtreme SE26 by ECOXGEAR, a division of Grace Digital Inc., San Diego, California. Designed in California. Made in China.

This product is protected under patent US 9,307,307 B2 and several patents pending.

What's in the Box

• SoundExtreme Speaker
• SoundExtreme User Guide
• Remote Control
• 8ft Power Cable
• Auxiliary Power-Out Mating Connector

Check out the separate, mount-specific spec sheet provided in this package for additional parts included with your purchase.