PINE64 PineVoice Speaker User Guide

PINE64 PineVoice Speaker

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Cautions
Before using the device, please read this manual carefully.

• The Pine Voice speaker device should be using a 5W (1A 5V) power adapter. Using at a higher voltage may result in damage.
• The device should never be operated with an external temperature lower than 0°C or higher than 40°C.
• Do not disassemble the Pine Voice. It is sealed using a compound to keep better sound quality.
• Comply with local regulations pertaining to using Pine Voice devices. This includes use in public spaces, when operating motor vehicles and heavy machinery.

Recycling of components
Recycling of the PineVoice or its components should be done according to local regulation. This may require you to dispose of the speaker or its parts at a local recycling centre or at a designated container. Please consult local legislation for details.

Getting Started

• Connect the provided USB cord into a USB-A Host Port delivering 5W (1A 5V). On startup, the ring LED gently pulses white, indicating the speaker device is ready. Next, the ring LED will blink yellow.
• Follow the WiFi Setup chapter to connect your speaker device. If the ring displays a different color, perform a factory reset as described in the Factory Reset chapter.

 WiFi Setup

• The speaker device enters WiFi provisioning mode automatically on first boot, indicated by the ring LED blinking yellow. If the ring is not blinking yellow, perform a factory reset to enter provisioning mode.
• PineVoice implements open-source WiFi Provisioning protocol Improv. Any application supporting this protocol is capable of setting up WiFi on the PineVoice.

Here are some of available options:

•  Website https://pine64.org/documentation/PineVoice/WiFi_Setup/
• Website https://www.improv-wifi.com/
• Home Assistant ‒ requires Bluetooth Low Energy adapter available on the server

Link with Home Assistance
To link the PineVoice with a SBC (Single Board Computer) or PC (Personal Computer), you’ll need the Home Assistance software preinstalled. PineVoice implements open-source voice assistant protocol Wyoming, so any Home Assistance software supporting this protocol is compatible with the PineVoice, such as Home Assistant OS.

The PineVoice implements auto-discovery, so the device should be visible in the dashboard of Home Assistance automatically after connection to the WiFi network. For more information, please visit https://pine64.org/documentation/PineVoice/Assistance_Setup/

Factory Reset
To factory reset the speaker device, turn it on, hold the dot button for 15 seconds, and then release the button. PineVoice should reset and start WiFi setup. Please follow the WiFi Setup chapter.

Updating the Firmware
To update your firmware, you need the PineVoice to be connected via USB cable to a PC with a companion app installed. Each platform and companion app have a different process that needs to be followed to successfully update. The process usually involves downloading the newest firmware onto the device running the companion app and updating from the user interface. Newest releases and pre-releases of PineVoice repository

 Hardware

Detailed specifications including schematics can be found on our Wiki: https://wiki.pine64.org/wiki/PineVoice

• Dimensions: 65 x 63 x 85mm
•  Weight: 160 grams
•  System on Chip: Bouffalo BL606P
  • Flash: 16MB
  • RAM: 788KB
  • Embedded 4MB PSRAM
• Bluetooth: 5.x dual mode (BT + BLE)
•  Wifi: 802.11 b/g/n
• Input: Dual Microphone
• Output: Speaker (Mono)

Regulatory compliance
The PineVoice is CE and FCC certified.

 Documentation and contact information
Detailed hardware and software documentation can be located on our Wiki wiki.pine64.org

Contact

• Sale enquires: sales@pine64.org
  Support: support@pine64.org
  General enquiries: info@pine64.org