How do I pair my Tribit MaxSound plus?

The Tribit MaxSound Plus is a compact, portable Bluetooth speaker known for its powerful sound and bass. Some of the key features of this speaker include:

– Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity for pairing with smartphones, tablets, and other devices from up to 100 feet away (Tribit).

– IPX7 waterproof rating allowing it to be submerged in water up to 3 feet for 30 minutes (SoundStageXperience).

– XBass and Maxxbass technologies to amplify bass and deliver thumping sound.

– Up to 36 hours of continuous playtime on a single charge.

– Sturdy metal design with playback control buttons on the top.

– Built-in microphone for hands-free calling.

Preparing to Pair

Before pairing your Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker to a new device, make sure both devices are ready to connect.

First, fully charge the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker. A low battery can cause issues during pairing. Plug in the included USB cable and charger and allow the battery to reach 100%.

Next, turn on Bluetooth on the device you want to connect to the speaker. On a mobile phone, go to Settings and toggle on Bluetooth. On a computer, enable Bluetooth in the System Preferences or Settings app.

Finally, put the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker into pairing mode. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the top of the speaker for 2 seconds. The LED light will flash to indicate pairing mode is active.

Once these steps are complete, both devices will be ready to discover and connect to each other.

Initiating Pairing

Once your phone, tablet, computer or other Bluetooth device and the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker are ready, you can initiate pairing between the two devices by:

• Pressing and holding the Bluetooth pairing button on the back of the speaker for 2-3 seconds until you hear a tone and the LED light begins flashing. This puts the speaker into pairing mode.
• On your phone, tablet or computer’s Bluetooth settings, look for the name “Tribit MaxSound Plus” in the list of available devices. This may take a few seconds to appear.
• Select “Tribit MaxSound Plus” from the list to initiate pairing between your device and the speaker.

Most devices will display a pairing confirmation message or tone once successfully connected. Some may even ask to confirm phone call audio routing to the speaker. Consult your device’s documentation for exact pairing instructions if needed.

Citations:

[BTS25-MaxSound-Plus.pdf, p. 11]

[Amazon.com: Customer Questions & Answers]

Pairing with Mobile Devices

Pairing the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker with your mobile device like a smartphone or tablet is straightforward. Here are the steps:

1. Turn on your Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker and put it in pairing mode. There will be a voice prompt indicating it is ready for pairing. The speaker will show up as “Tribit MaxSound Plus” in your mobile device’s Bluetooth settings.

2. Open the Settings app on your mobile device and go to Bluetooth. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on. You should see the “Tribit MaxSound Plus” speaker show up in the list of available devices.

3. Tap on “Tribit MaxSound Plus” to initiate pairing. Your mobile device will connect to the speaker.Tribit MaxSound Plus User Manual

4. If prompted for a passcode, enter “0000”. Some devices require this passcode for initial pairing.

Once successfully paired, your mobile device will connect to the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker automatically when in range. You can now play music or audio from your smartphone/tablet and it will play through the speaker.

Pairing with Computers

To pair the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker with a computer or laptop, first make sure that Bluetooth is enabled on your device. You can do this by accessing the Bluetooth settings area via the system tray or control panel in Windows or System Preferences on Mac.

Once Bluetooth is enabled, access the list of available Bluetooth devices. On Windows, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices. On Mac, go to System Preferences > Bluetooth. The Tribit speaker should show up in the list of available devices.

Select the Tribit MaxSound Plus from the list. You will then be prompted to confirm pairing, and asked for a PIN or passcode. Enter 0000 as the passcode if asked. The speaker will then connect once pairing is successful. You may hear a tone indicating a successful connection.

Once paired, the speaker should connect automatically to that computer whenever within range. You can also access it as a sound output option for music and audio playback.

Connecting Previously Paired Devices

The Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker will automatically connect to previously paired devices when in range. Bluetooth has a typical range of up to 30 feet, so previously paired devices should automatically connect when within this range of the MaxSound Plus speaker (sources: superuser.com, answers.microsoft.com).

You can also manually connect to previously paired devices via the Bluetooth settings menu on your phone, tablet, computer, or other device. Go to Bluetooth settings, find the “Tribit MaxSound Plus” device, and select Connect. This will manually reconnect a previously paired device that may not have automatically connected (source: boseapac.com).

Pairing Multiple Devices

The Tribit MaxSound Plus can connect with up to eight Bluetooth devices^{[1], [2]}. It can only be actively streaming audio from one device at a time, but you can have it paired with several of your Bluetooth enabled devices for easy switching between them.

To pair another device, follow these steps:

1. Turn on the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker and place it in pairing mode by pressing and holding the multi-function button until the indicator flashes blue.
2. From your mobile device or computer, go to Bluetooth settings and start scanning for available devices.
3. Under available devices, you should see “Tribit MaxSound Plus” listed. Tap on the name to pair your device.
4. The speaker will make a confirmation tone and the light will stay solid blue to indicate a successful pairing.

The speaker will remember all your paired devices. You can easily switch between them by going to Bluetooth settings on the device you want to connect to and selecting “Tribit MaxSound Plus”, or if previously connected, reconnect.

Connecting from Farther Away

The Tribit MaxSound Plus has a maximum Bluetooth pairing range of 100 feet when there are no obstructions between it and the device you are trying to connect, as stated on the official Tribit product page. This long-range wireless capability allows you to roam freely while remaining connected to your music.

However, walls, floors, interference from other devices, and other obstacles can impact the Bluetooth signal strength and reduce the effective pairing range. If you are having trouble connecting from a longer distance, try moving your phone, tablet, or computer closer to the speaker. Once paired, you may be able to move further away again while maintaining a steady Bluetooth connection.

But for the most reliable performance, try to keep mobile devices within 30-50 feet, and computers within 10-20 feet of the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker whenever possible.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you are having issues pairing your Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker, there are some troubleshooting tips you can try:

Charge speaker/device fully – First, ensure your speaker and device are fully charged. Connect your speaker to a power source using the included USB cable and charge fully. Also charge your mobile device or computer to 100%. Bluetooth connectivity issues can occur if either device has low battery.

Move closer and remove obstructions – Bluetooth range is usually up to 30 feet, but can be reduced by walls or other obstacles. Try moving your device to be within 5-10 feet of the speaker, in the same room, with no walls or large objects between them.

Disable/re-enable Bluetooth – Open your phone or computer’s Bluetooth settings menu and toggle Bluetooth off, wait 5-10 seconds, then turn it back on. This refreshes the Bluetooth connection and can resolve temporary software issues.

You can also try resetting the speaker to factory default settings if none of these tips resolve your pairing problems. Refer to the Resetting the Speaker section below.

Resetting the Speaker

If you are having issues with pairing, or you want to fully reset the Tribit MaxSound Plus speaker to erase all paired devices, you can reset the speaker by pressing and holding the pairing button for 8 seconds, until the indicator status flashes red. According to the BTS25-MaxSound-Plus.pdf, this will reset the speaker and clear all previous paired devices.

After the reset is complete and the status indicator turns blue, the speaker will be ready to pair with devices again as if it were new.