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Party Panic: The speakers are broken and here’s how to fix it!

The festive excitement is in the air. After weeks of planning and getting ready for your holiday party, picking out the best music and decorating. Guests arriving, lights are twinkling, and the smell of delicious food is everywhere. But just as the party starts the disaster strikes – Your speakers have broken! 

When you're party is heading in the wrong direction try our 7 troubleshooting steps. 

Here are 7 common issues and possible fixes: 

1. Speaker issues

Speaker won’t turn on 

  • Check the power source: Ensure the speaker is plugged into a working outlet or fully charged if portable.  
  • Inspect the power cable: Look for any signs of damage to the cable or connectors.  

Power buttons 

  • Make sure you’re pressing the correct button and holding it long enough, some speakers may require a longer press.  

2. Bluetooth connectivity problems

Cannot connect via Bluetooth 

  • Bluetooth mode: Make sure the speaker is in the Bluetooth mode and discoverable. 
  • Device compatibility: Check if the device you’re trying to connect is compatible with the speaker.  
  • Forget and re-pair: On your device, forget the speaker in the Bluetooth settings and try pairing again.  
  • Distance: Ensure you are within the recommended range (typically 10M/ 30 feet). 

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3. Audio Quality Issues

Distorted sound 

  • Volume levels: Ensure the volume isn’t set too high on either the speaker or the source device.  
  • Check Audio Source: Try a different audio source to see if the problem persists.  
  • Equalizer settings: Adjust the equalizer settings on your device, if applicable.  

4. No Sound

  • Volume Settings: Check that the volume is turned up on both the speaker and the connected device. 
  • Check Connections: If using an auxiliary cable, ensure it’s properly connected and not damaged. 
  • Input Source: Make sure the correct input source is selected on the speaker. 

5. Battery and Charging issues

Speaker Won’t Charge 

  • Check Charger: Ensure the charger and cable are functional by testing them with another device. 
  • Charging Port: Inspect the charging port for dirt or debris that may be obstructing the connection. 
  • Charging Indicator: Look for any indicators on the speaker that show charging status. 

6. Overheating or Automatic Shutdown

Speaker gets Hot or Shuts Off 

  • Allow Cooling: Turn off the speaker and let it cool down before using it again. 
  • Ventilation: Ensure the speaker is in a well-ventilated area and not blocked by any objects. 

7. Resetting the speaker

  • Factory Reset: If problems persist, consider resetting the speaker to its factory settings. This is usually done by pressing and holding specific buttons (refer to the user manual for instructions). 

In Conclusion 

While a broken speaker can feel like a major holiday party disaster, don't panic! With these 7 troubleshooting steps, you can quickly diagnose and resolve common speaker issues. Whether it's power problems, Bluetooth connectivity or sound quality concerns, there is often a simple fix. By checking the power source, ensuring Bluetooth pairing, adjusting volume settings or performing a factory reset you can get the party back on track.  

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