Soundcore Liberty 5 NC True Wireless Earbuds

APP Integration

Download the Soundcore app to access ambient sound features, EQ settings, Dolby Audio, HearID sound, firmware updates, and other advanced functionalities. If your earbuds fail to connect to the app, try reinstalling it or updating to the latest version from your mobile app store.

Available on ? Google Play and App Store.

Overview

Identify the components of your Soundcore Liberty 5 NC earbuds and charging case:

• ? Ear Tip: M-size ear tips are pre-installed.
• ? Earbud Control Area: Squeeze this area on the earbud stems to manage functions.
• ⚡ Charging Contacts: Connects the earbud to the case for charging.
• ? USB-C Charging Port: For charging the case.
• ? Charging Case Button: Used for reset and firmware updates.
• ? LED Light Strip: Indicates charging status and pairing mode.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows the charging case with its lid open, revealing the two earbuds seated in their respective charging bays. Numbered callouts point to the ear tip, earbud control area, charging contacts, USB-C port, charging case button, and LED light strip.

Wearing Your Earbuds

Achieve the best fit and sound quality:

1. Select Ear Tips: Try different ear tip sizes (XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL) to find the most comfortable and secure fit.
2. Insert Earbuds: Gently place the earbuds into your ear canal and rotate them until they feel snug.
3. Fit Test: Use the fit test feature within the Soundcore app to ensure optimal active noise cancelling performance.

Diagram Description: Shows a range of ear tip sizes from XXS to XL. Another illustration depicts the correct way to insert and position an earbud in the ear canal for a secure fit.

Maintenance: To maintain optimal sound quality, clean your earbuds regularly. Use a slightly moistened cotton swab with rubbing alcohol to gently wipe the metal mesh filter beneath the rubber ear tips. Ensure the alcohol has completely dried before use.

Powering On and Pairing

The earbuds automatically power on and enter Bluetooth pairing mode when you slide open the charging case.

Pairing Status: The LED light strip will indicate ? PAIRING and then ✅ CONNECTED for 2 seconds before turning off.

Google Fast Pair: For Android smartphones (Android 6.0 or above), instant pairing is available via Google Fast Pair. Simply select "soundcore Liberty 5" from your device's Bluetooth list.

Manual Pairing: For other devices (iOS & Others), go to your device's Bluetooth settings and select "soundcore Liberty 5" to connect.

Diagram Description: Shows two scenarios: 1) The charging case open with earbuds inside, indicating pairing and connected status with a 2-second duration. 2) A smartphone screen illustrating the pairing process with Android 6.0+ and iOS, showing Bluetooth settings and selecting "soundcore Liberty 5".

Charging

Ensure earbuds and the USB-C charging port are dry before charging.

• Place the earbuds in the charging case and close it.
• Connect the case to a power supply using the provided USB-C cable.
• For wireless charging, place the case at the center of a compatible wireless charger.

Charging Times:

• Charging case with earbuds: 3 hours (via cable), 4 hours (wirelessly).
• Earbuds (from empty): Up to 1 hour.
• 10 minutes of charging provides 5 hours of playtime.

Battery Level Indicators (LED Light Strip):

• Short light strip: < 20% (flashing red), 20%-60% (solid red), 60%-99% (solid red), 100% (solid green, 5 mins).
• Long light strip: <20% (flashing red), 20%-60% (solid red), 60%-100% (solid green, 5 mins).

Note: The charging case will stop charging the earbuds when its battery level drops below 10%.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the charging process: earbuds in the case, USB-C cable connection, wireless charging placement. Also shows LED indicators for battery levels and charging times (e.g., 10 mins for 5 hrs playtime).

Dual Connections

Dual Connections are enabled by default, allowing connection to two devices simultaneously.

To Connect a Second Device: While connected to one device, pinch the control area on both earbud stems for 3 seconds until a voice prompt indicates pairing mode. Then, pair with the second device.

Via Soundcore App: You can also manage Dual Connections in the app: Settings > Dual Connections > Enable Dual Connections > Connect New Device.

Diagram Description: Shows two illustrations: 1) A diagram of a head with two earbuds, indicating left (L) and right (R) sides, with arrows showing the control area pinch action for 3 seconds. 2) A smartphone screen showing Bluetooth settings with "soundcore Liberty 5" connected and a prompt to connect a new device.

Controls

Customize and use the touch controls on your earbuds. Press the highlighted area for the best operational experience.

Note: Mic mute/unmute functionality may require enabling through the Soundcore app controls.

Diagram Description: An illustration highlights the touch-sensitive control area on the earbud stem. A table details the various touch gestures (single squeeze, double squeeze, squeeze and hold) and their corresponding functions for both single and dual earbud usage.

LED Light Guide

Understand the status indicators for the earbuds and charging case:

Charging Case LED Indicators:

• Short light strip: < 20% (flashing red), 20%-60% (solid red), 60%-99% (solid red), 100% (solid green for 5 mins).
• Long light strip: <20% (flashing red), 20%-60% (solid red), 60%-100% (solid green for 5 mins).

Earbud LED Indicators (when in case):

• Short light strip: <20% (flashing red), 20%-60% (solid red), 60%-100% (solid green for 5 mins).
• Long light strip: <20% (flashing red), 20%-60% (solid red), 60%-100% (solid green for 5 mins).

Pairing/Connection Status:

• ? PAIRING: Flashing white rapidly.
• ✅ CONNECTED: Solid white for 2 seconds.

Status Descriptions:

• Flashing white rapidly: Pairing mode.
• Flashing white slowly: Not specified, likely searching for device.
• Steady white: Connected.
• Flashing red slowly: Low battery.
• Steady red: Charging or low battery.
• Light off: Powered off or fully charged (case).

Diagram Description: Shows the charging case and earbuds with diagrams illustrating the LED light strip behavior for different battery percentages. Also includes icons for pairing and connected status with time durations.

Dolby Audio

Experience immersive sound with Dolby Audio. Choose from three modes in the Soundcore app:

• Music Mode: Delivers immersive, detailed sound for music, making every note clear.
• Podcast Mode: Optimized for clear, focused vocals for spoken content.
• Movie Mode: Enhances cinematic experiences with rich, immersive audio.

Note: Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Diagram Description: Screenshots of the Soundcore app interface showing the Dolby Audio settings, including options for Music Mode, Podcast Mode, and Movie Mode, along with EQ adjustments and other sound effect settings.

Gaming Mode

Gain a competitive edge with precise audio cues in gaming. Gaming mode allows you to capture every detail and react quickly.

Note: Gaming mode and LDAC cannot be enabled simultaneously.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Soundcore app interface showing the Gaming Mode toggle and related settings.

Ambient Sound

Control your listening environment with Ambient Sound modes:

• Noise Cancellation (Level 1-5): Optimizes noise cancellation based on your environment. Includes specialized modes:
  • ✈️ Airplane Mode: Reduces airplane engine noise for a peaceful experience.
  • ? Anti-Bump Mode: Optimizes noise cancellation for bumpy rides, ensuring stable audio.
• Normal: Enjoy balanced sound without noise cancellation.
• Transparency: Hear ambient sounds clearly while listening to music.

Diagram Description: Screenshots of the Soundcore app showing the Ambient Sound settings, including Noise Cancellation levels, Normal mode, and Transparency mode. It also depicts transportation modes like Airplane Mode and Anti-Bump Mode.

LDAC

Experience higher sound quality with LDAC on devices running Android 8.0 or later. LDAC delivers superior audio but may increase power consumption and reduce playtime.

Note: Enable LDAC in low-interference environments for a stable Bluetooth connection. LDAC and multipoint connection cannot be used at the same time.

Diagram Description: Screenshots of the Soundcore app showing LDAC settings. One shows the option to select "Preferred audio quality LDAC". Another depicts a prompt to upgrade firmware to use LDAC, with options to "Cancel" or "Agree". It also notes that switching codecs takes about 10 seconds.

Remote Photo Snap

Use your earbuds to remotely control your phone's camera.

1. Ensure earbuds are connected via Bluetooth and worn.
2. Open the camera app on your phone.
3. Squeeze either earbud stem once to take a photo.

Note: This feature may need to be enabled in the Soundcore app's Controls section. It might not be supported on all phones due to system settings.

Diagram Description: Illustration 1 shows a person wearing earbuds, with arrows pointing to the earbud stems and a finger gesture indicating a squeeze. Illustration 2 shows a smartphone camera interface with a button to take a photo.

Quick Mute

Easily mute or unmute your microphone during calls or meetings.

• During a call, squeeze either earbud stem once to mute or unmute the microphone (default is unmuted).
• You will hear a voice prompt confirming the change. If the microphone remains muted, a prompt will repeat every 20 seconds.

Note: This feature may need to be enabled in the Soundcore app's Controls section.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows a microphone icon with a "mute" symbol (crossed out) and a "quick mute" gesture icon (squeeze once).

Powering Off

To power off your earbuds, simply return them to the charging case and close the lid.

Automatic Power Off: Earbuds automatically power off after 30 minutes if not connected to any device when removed from the case. This duration can be adjusted in the Soundcore app.

Diagram Description: Shows the earbuds being placed back into the charging case, and then the case lid being closed.

Reset

If you encounter issues, you can reset your earbuds.

1. Place both earbuds in the charging case and leave the case open.
2. Press and hold the charging case button for 10 seconds until the LED light strip flashes white three times.

Diagram Description: Shows the earbuds in the open charging case, with an arrow pointing to the charging case button and a "10s x3" indicator, signifying holding the button for 10 seconds three times (or until the light flashes three times).

Firmware Update

You will be notified in the Soundcore app when a new firmware version is available for your earbuds or charging case.

• Ensure earbuds are in the charging case, and the case remains open during the update.
• Keep the battery levels of both earbuds and the case above 20% during the update.
• Avoid using the earbuds during the firmware update.

Specifications

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Customer Service & Compliance

For support, please contact:

• Email: service@soundcore.com
• Middle East and Africa: support.mea@soundcore.com
• Japan: support@anker.com
• Korea: support.kr@anker.com

International Phone Support:

• US/Canada: +1 (800) 988 7973
• UK: +44 (0) 1604 936200
• Germany: +49 (0) 69 9579 7960
• Japan: 03 4455 7823
• China: +86 400 0550036
• Korea: +82 1666-8470
• UAE: +971 8000320817
• KSA: +966 8008500030
• Kuwait: +965 22069086
• Egypt: +20 8000000826
• Türkiye: +90 (850) 460 14 14
• Russia: +8 (800) 511-86-23
• India: 000-8000-504-414

Serial Number (SN) Code Explanation: The 'x' in SN Code (e.g., xxxxxXXXXXXXXXXX) is a variable:

Compliance Statement: Anker Innovations Limited declares this device complies with The Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products) Regulations 2023. For the Statement of Compliance, visit: https://uk.soundcore.com/pages/psti-related

Technical Details:

• Power consumption in standby mode: ≤0.5W
• Power management: ≤20min
• Applicable Adapter (Model: A2337): Input: 100-240Vac, 1A, 50-60Hz; Output: 5V=3A / 9V=3A / 12V=2.5A / 15V=2A / 20V=1.5A (30W Max)
• Default Open Port: Classic Bluetooth
• Port Description: Classic Bluetooth visibility is automatically enabled upon powering on for pairing and control services. This service is disabled when the device is powered off.