Insignia NS-SONIC20 Sonic Portable Speaker
Package Content
- Sonic portable speaker
- USB charging cable
- Quick Setup Guide
Features
- Wirelessly streams from any Bluetooth device up to 33 ft. (10 m) away
- Water-resistant design (IPX5 rating) protects your speaker from water
- Rechargeable battery lasts up to 60 hours
- Speakerphone for hands-free calling
- Stereo speakers and a passive radiator help deliver full sound
- True Wireless Stereo (TWS) lets you connect two Sonic speakers to play left-and-right channel audio separately
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Button Functions
| BUTTON | FUNCTION |
 | • Press and hold to turn the speaker on and off. • Press twice to announce left or right channel in TWS mode. |
 | In Bluetooth mode: • Press to play/pause the content. • Press and hold for two seconds to activate Siri or other voice control software. • Press to answer an incoming call and press again to hang up the call. • Press and hold for two seconds to reject an incoming call. • Press and hold for two seconds to switch between two calls. • Press and hold for two seconds to switch audio between the phone and speaker during a call. • Double-click to re-dial the latest called number. In AUX mode: • Press to mute/unmute the speaker. |
 | • Press to increase or decrease volume. • Press and hold to go to the previous/next song. |
 | • Press and hold for two seconds to connect/disconnect a Bluetooth device. • Press twice to connect/disconnect TWS pairing. |
LED Indicator
| LED | FUNCTION |
| Blinks blue quickly | Bluetooth pairing mode |
| Lights solid blue | Paired to a Bluetooth device |
| Blinks blue slowly | AUX play or AUX mute |
| Lights solid red | Speaker is charging (charging complete when the LED turns off) |
| Lights blue/red/green | Call activated |
| Blink’s green quickly | TWS pairing mode |
| Lights solid green | TWS connected |
Charging Your Speaker
- Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of your speaker.
- Connect the other end of the USB cable to a USB port on your computer or wall adapter (not included). The LED indicator is red while charging, then turns off when the speaker is fully charged.
CONNECTING AN AUDIO DEVICE
Bluetooth
- Press and hold (power) to turn on your speaker.
- The LED indicator blinks blue quickly, and your speaker automatically enters pairing mode.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device is within 33 ft. (10 m) of your speaker.
- Turn on your Bluetooth device, turn on Bluetooth, then enter pairing mode.
- For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth device.
- On your Bluetooth device, select Insignia Sonic.
- Your speaker pairs with your Bluetooth device, and the LED indicator lights solid blue.
- To disconnect, unpair your Bluetooth device from your speaker. OR Press and hold (Bluetooth) for two to three seconds on your speaker. Your Bluetooth device loses connection automatically.
3.5 mm audio cable Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not included) from your speaker’s AUX jack to your audio device’s headphone/audio out jack.
The LED indicator blinks blue slowly while connected to an audio cable. CONNECTING YOUR SPEAKERS WITH TWS TWS lets you connect two Sonic speakers to play left-and-right channel audio separately.
- Make sure that your Sonic speakers are near each other.
- Press (Bluetooth) twice on each speaker within one minute. Each speaker says “true wireless pairing,” and they pair automatically.
- On your Bluetooth device, select Insignia Sonic. After they are connected, the speakers say “left channel” and “right channel”.
- Press (power) twice. The speaker announces that it is either the left or right channel, so you know which side to place the speaker on.
Using the Device
Listening to audio
- Connect to your speaker with Bluetooth or a 3.5 mm audio cable.
- Play audio on your connected device.
- Press + or – to adjust your speaker’s volume. Note: Make sure that your connected device’s volume is set to at least 50%.
- Use the controls on your connected device to control playback.
Specifications
| Dimensions (H×W×D): | 2.9 × 7.9 × 2.2 in./(7.4 × 20 × 5.6 cm) |
| USB charging cable: | 20 in. (50 cm) |
| Net weight: | 1.01 lbs. (460 g) |
| Gross weight: | 1.23 lbs. (562 g) |
| Charging current: | 5 V/2 A |
Troubleshooting
- Make sure that your speaker is plugged in.
- Make sure that your speaker is turned on.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device is turned on,
- Bluetooth is turned on, and Insignia Sonic is selected.
- Turn up the volume on your speaker.
- Turn up the volume on your Bluetooth device.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device is not muted.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device is not paired to another Bluetooth device.
- Shorten the distance between your speaker and your Bluetooth device.
- Turn your devices off, then on. Re-pair your speaker and your Bluetooth device.
- Make sure that your speaker is not paired to another Bluetooth device.
- Make sure that your speaker and Bluetooth device are both in pairing mode.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device supports Bluetooth v4.0 and below.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device is not connected to any other device.
- Make sure that you have selected Insignia Sonic on your Bluetooth device.
- If a passcode is needed, enter 0000.
- Shorten the distance between your speaker and your Bluetooth device.
- If the battery on your Bluetooth device is low, recharge the battery.
- Shorten the distance between your speaker and your Bluetooth device.
- Adjust the volume to the ¼ or ½ level.
- Adjust the volume settings on the output device (computer or portable audio source).
- Make sure that all connections are correct and secure.
- Yes, if the device has a Bluetooth or an AUX connection.
- No. Only one sound source can be used at a time. The mode priority is AUX, then Bluetooth.
- Yes, your speaker works with any Bluetooth device.
Legal Notices
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Statements
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Customer Service
- Call: 877-467-4289 (U.S. and Canada) or 01-800-926-3000 (Mexico)
- Website: www.insigniaproducts.com
INSIGNIA is a trademark of Best Buy and its affiliated companies. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC 7601 Penn Ave South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A. ©2020 Best Buy. All rights reserved.
FAQs
Q: How do I charge the portable speaker?
Connect the speaker to a USB power source using the USB cord that comes with it. Typically red when charging, the charging indicator light will turn off or change colour when the battery is fully charged.
Q: How long does the battery last?
Depending on usage and volume, the fully charged NS-SONIC20 can play music for roughly 6 to 10 hours. Playback at high volume may reduce battery life.
Q: Can I use the speaker while it’s charging?
Indeed. While charging, you can listen to music, albeit doing so might cause the charging process to take longer.
Q: What is the effective Bluetooth range?
In open space, the effective range is roughly 33 feet (10 meters). Walls and other obstructions can limit range.
Q: Can I connect the NS-SONIC20 with a wired device?
Indeed. For wired connections to devices that do not support Bluetooth, the speaker features a 3.5mm AUX input.
Q: Is the NS-SONIC20 water-resistant?
Water resistance is not a feature of the NS-SONIC20. Keep it away from rain, water, and other sources of moisture.
Q: Can I use this speaker with a TV or a laptop?
Indeed. For wired listening, the speaker may be connected to any device via Bluetooth or a 3.5mm AUX cord.
Q: Does the NS-SONIC20 support hands-free calls?
Indeed. The speaker’s built-in microphone and controls allow it to take and end conversations when connected to a smartphone.