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I ended up powering it with a 2S2P battery pack for a power voltage output of around 3.7v x2  ~= 7.4v and about 4Ah at 7.4v 4V or 29.6Wh.


After using this for a couple of years, I noticed that sometimes the bluetooth would not connect. My current theory is that the voltage eventually gets too low to power the USB. I think this is because I opted to to power it with only 7.4 volts.

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I think it is time to update this speaker with a 3S2P battery pack for a voltage of about 11.1v which should give it the longevity it deserves. The upper voltage would be 12.6v while the low voltage would be 6v.be 9v. The capacity of this new pack should be about 4Ah @11.1V or 44.4Wh


Power Consumption

Power consumption recording while idle and while listening to some tunes.

Idle19 mA
Running260 mA

Bluetooth Module

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Specifications

  • 【Upgraded Bluetooth Adapter】: High Bluetooth V5.0 makes your non-Bluetooth devices Bluetooth-Enabled, easily transmit audio wirelessly. It's compatible with a variety of Bluetooth devices.
  • 【Low Delay】: With aptX lantency technology, this adapter provides fast, stable and smooth transmision without audio delay. You will get a rich and clear sound experience and enjoy comfortable audio-video synchronization.
  • 【2-in-1 Function】: Transmitter Mode: Plug into your non-Bluetooth device like TV, PC, CD player, MP3/MP4 and pair to your Bluetooth speakers and headphones. Receiver Mode: Plug into your non-Bluetooth Home/Vehicle Sound Systems and pair to your smart phone.
  • 【Plug & Play】: Mini Bluetooth adapter, no need any drivers, plug in the USB port to use. One-button switching mode, red light for transmitting mode, blue light for receiver mode.
  • 【USB Power Supply】: Charge it on the USB port, never worry about running out of power when you use it. Enjoy 1 year warranty.

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I confirmed that the last mode is preserved after powering off/on.

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Pictures

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(Before Revision)

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Revision

As part of this revision, we are going to add a bigger battery to the speaker.

This new battery build will use 6 - 18650 Lithium Ion batteries with a capacity of about 2Ah each.

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Revision

The biggest problem with updating the battery will be space but we CAN DO IT!

Battery Build

We are building a 3S2P 11.1V (12.6v Max) Lithium Ion battery. 

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