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EcoxGear EcoPebble Powerbank GDI-EXPPB100 User Manual

EcoPebble Powerbank GDI-EXPPB101

Made by: EcoxGear
Type: User Guide
Category: Speakers
Pages: 12
Size: 1.84 MB

 

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Models: GDI-EXPPB100/101

User Guide

Eco

Pebble Powerbank

 


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Quick Start

Bluetooth Speaker

Open Cap on the bottom of your 

EcoPebble Powerbank
Turn on the 

Main Power Switch

Search your Bluetooth Connection on 

your Smart Device
Pair & Play

USB Charging Ports

Charge Your Personal Device

Open Cap on the bottom of your 

EcoPebble Powerbank
Connect the USB cable included with your 

personal Smart Device to either of the 

two 

USB OUTPUT

 Charging Ports (USB 

OUTPUT 5V,2.1 A + 1 A) under the cap
Connect the USB cable from the 

EcoPebble Powerbank to the USB port on 

your personal Smart Device to start 

charging your device(s)

NOTE:

 Should your device appear to NOT 

be charging when connected with the USB 

cable to your EcoPebble Powerbank, press the 

Standby Button on the top of your EcoPebble 

Powerbank to initiate charging.

Flashlight

Press & release the 

Flashlight Button

 

on your 

EcoPebble Powerbank for desired light level 

or pattern setting:

 Press 1x for LOW

 Press 2x for HIGH

 Press 3x for STROBE

 Press 4x for SOS

1

1

4

3

3

2

2

AUX-IN

INPUT

OUTPUT

ON

OFF

OUTPUT

Main Power Switch & 

USB Charging Ports

Flashlight 

Button

Important: Maintaining Waterproofness

If the cap on the back panel is not properly 

closed, the unit is 

NOT

 watertight. To ensure 

the unit is watertight & waterproof, 

ALWAYS 

CLOSE THE CAP PROPERLY

. To do this, 

confirm that the cap fits flat and flush 

along the edges with the bottom panel. 

 


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Control Buttons & Operations

On/Off

Press & hold the 

Standby Power 

Button to power 

ON/OFF.

IMPORTANT:

 Standby 

Power function for 

the Speaker will 

NOT

 operate when 

the Master Power is 

set OFF. The Master 

Power Switch is 

under the cap on the 

bottom panel of the 

device and must be 

set ON for Standby 

& your EcoPebble 

Powerbank Speaker 

to operate.
The Flashlight operates 

independent of the 

Master Power Switch.

Bluetooth

When turned ON, 

the EcoPebble 

Powerbank will 

power on and search 

for your Bluetooth. 

Refer to “Set Up 

Recommendations 

1-2-3” part 

for 

details.

Track Selection

Press button once to 

select Previous Song 

track 

& Next 

Song track 

.

Speaker Volume

Press to 

decrease 

or 

to increase

 

Speaker Volume.

NOTE:

 Some 

Bluetooth Smart 

Devices may require 

the volume to be 

manually set on 

the Smart Device 

at maximum for 

maximum audio level.

Your EcoPebble 

Powerbank will beep 

to indicate when 

maximum volume 

setting is reached.

Play/Pause/

Answer

Press button once to 

pause & play song 

tracks and to answer 

mobile calls (

MUST

 

be paired with 

Bluetooth).

LED Battery 

Indicator

There is one USB 

INPUT under the cap 

to connect and charge 

your EcoPebble 

Powerbank. Connect 

the USB cable to the 

micro USB INPUT 

on the EcoPebble 

Powerbank to an 

external power source. 

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AUX-IN

INPUT

OUTPUT

ON

OFF

OUTPUT

Master Power Switch & Connections

To access the connections, pull back on the 

cap’s tab to open and access features in 

the compartment.

Master Power 

Switch

EcoPebble Powerbank 

has a separate Master 

Power Switch and a 

Standby Button. The 

switch 

MUST

 be set 

to the ON position to 

power your EcoPebble 

Powerbank Bluetooth 

& Speaker functions. 

Once the switch is 

set to ON, use the 

Standby Button 

located on the top 

panel to turn the unit 

On/Off.

NOTE:

 When not 

in use for extended 

periods, turn the 

Master Power off to 

preserve battery life.

Bottom Panel: Functions

The LED on the top panel indicates the 

charging status for the battery when 

connected and charging.

NOTE:

 There also are four LED battery level 

indicators located on the top of the unit. 

Each LED represents 25% of a charge. Four 

full LEDs indicate a full charge.

LED Flashlight

Press & release the 

Flashlight Button for 

desired light level or 

pattern setting:

 Press 1x for LOW

 Press 2x for HIGH

 Press 3x for STROBE

 Press 4x for SOS

 


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Audio AUX-IN

Connect an audio 

device using the 

3.5mm cable 

connection as 

an alternative 

to a Bluetooth 

connection to 

your EcoPebble 

Powerbank.

NOTE:

 Volume level 

must be controlled 

from the audio 

device volume 

controls when 

connected to the 

AUX-IN connection.

NOTE:

 Charge time 

is approx. 2 hrs. from 

low to full for most 

Smartphones with 

fast charge; However, 

charge times may vary 

depending on the 

device being charged, 

the device’s battery 

specifications, and 

the device features.
In some instances, 

your personal device 

may not indicate if 

charge is in process. 

Input

Your EcoPebble 

Powerbank has a 

micro USB port to 

connect the USB cable 

and charge the device.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Use the USB cable 

included in the box 

with your EcoPebble 

Powerbank.

NOTE:

 Charge time 

from low to full charge 

is approximately 7 hrs.

While playing 

audio, EcoPebble 

Powerbank can 

be charged or can 

charge personal 

devices. Battery 

play time may be 

reduced depending 

on the time and 

size of the personal 

device being 

charged and the 

power source that 

may be connected 

to your EcoPebble 

Powerbank.

NOTE:

 Charging 

rates are similar to the 

charging rate when 

connected to the 

USB of a desktop PC. 

Battery charge time is 

typically 7 hours with 

a 5V, 2.0A source.

CAUTION:

 Do 

NOT

 

charge if unit and/or 

connections are wet 

or damp.

IMPORTANT:

 

Standby Power 

function will 

NOT

 

operate when the 

Master Power is set 

to OFF.

Output

USB CHARGING 

PORTS:

 Your 

EcoPebble Powerbank 

has 2 USB OUTPUT 

ports under the 

cap to connect and 

charge your personal 

Smart Device(s) 

with the USB cable 

included with your 

personal device. Both 

ports can be used for 

a 5V, 1A or 5V, 2.1A 

charge. One or both 

ports can be used at 

a time. When both 

ports are used, two 

5V, 1A connections 

OR one 5V, 2.1A 

connection and one 

5V, 1A connections 

can be made 

simultaneously.

 


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Set Up Recommendations 1-2-3

Charge Your 

EcoPebble Powerbank

Before you power on your EcoPebble 

Powerbank, connect the micro USB port 

to the USB cable and a power source to 

fully charge your EcoPebble Powerbank 

for best performance.

RECOMMENDED:

 Before using your 

EcoPebble Powerbank for the first 

time, charge the unit until all 4 LED 

blue battery level indicators on the top 

panel are solid, indicating a full charge. 

A blinking LED indicates the battery is 

charging at the level indicated by the 

blinking LED.
Approximately 7 hours of charging is 

required from a low to a full charge.
Power source options include the USB 

connection to your computer or a power 

outlet using a USB to AC power adapter. 

It is recommended to always use the 

USB cable included with your EcoPebble 

Powerbank.

1

2 Power On, Battery, 

& LED Status Indicators

Once fully charged, press & hold the 

Standby Power Button 

on the top 

of your EcoPebble Powerbank for 

approximately 4 seconds. You will see 

a red LED for a moment that shall turn 

blue, the blue LED shall blink quickly 

and “Power On” followed by “Pairing 

Ready” is announced. Release the 

Standby Power Button when the blue 

LED appears and/or the announcement 

is heard.

IMPORTANT:

 Make sure that the 

Main Power Switch, located in the 

compartment under the cap on the 

bottom of the device, is set to the ON 

position. If the switch is in the OFF 

position, your EcoPebble Powerbank will 

not be able to turn on using the Standby 

Button and power the speaker.
The LED battery level indicators are 

located on the top of the device. Each 

bar represents 25% of a charge, with 4 

full LEDs indicating a full charge. 

 


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A blinking LED indicates the battery is 

charging at the level indicated by the 

blinking LED.
Audio playback time over a Bluetooth 

connection is approximately 50 hours at 

75% volume.

Bluetooth Pairing & Your Audio

Connecting With Bluetooth: Connect To 

Your Smart Device & Play Audio

Press and hold the Standby Button. 

Remember to turn on the Master Power 

Switch under the cap. When your 

EcoPebble Powerbank is turned on, 

the blue LED light on the top panel will 

flash rapidly indicating the unit is ready 

to pair. The unit should also announce 

“Power On”, followed shortly after by 

“Pairing Ready”.
Select and turn on the Bluetooth 

function on your Bluetooth device (Smart 

Device) and set the device in pairing 

mode. Available Bluetooth connections 

shall appear. Select ECOXGEAR from 

the list of discovered devices on your 

Bluetooth device. Wait for a few seconds 

until the connection is completed.

When connected the LED should 

stop blinking and you should hear the 

announcement “Bluetooth Connected”. 

Once connected, select and play your 

desired audio.

NOTE:

 Bluetooth connection feature is found 

in the Settings section of most mobile phones 

and other Bluetooth enabled Smart Devices.

PAIRING MODE:

 If the LED is not blinking 

or if you wish to place your EcoPebble 

Powerbank in pairing mode, press & hold the 

Bluetooth button on the top panel until the 

LED blinks and your EcoPebble Powerbank 

announces “Pairing Ready”.

NOTE:

 Your EcoPebble Powerbank should 

sync & wirelessly pair with most Bluetooth 

enabled devices. The unit remembers the 

last device paired and will automatically 

search for previous connections when the 

speaker is turned on or when a device 

comes back into Bluetooth range. If a 

connection is lost due to range, the speaker 

will look to re-establish that connection. 

If Bluetooth is turned off on your Smart 

Device, the EcoPebble Powerbank may not 

automatically look for the device. 

RECOMMENDATION:

 If you are not familiar 

with Bluetooth pairing for your Smartphone 

or other Smart Device, refer to the User Guide 

for your Smartphone to learn how to add and 

pair a new device (EcoPebble Powerbank for 

instance) to your Smartphone using Bluetooth.

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Unit Weight

22.9 ounces

Output Power

5W mono speaker / 

4 ohms

S/N Ratio

90dB +/- 3dB

Power Source

3.7V, 10400 mAh

Lithium Battery

USB Input

5V, 2.0A

USB Output

5V, 2.1A + 1A

Frequency Range

20Hz-18,000Hz

Bluetooth

CSR 4.1 

Play Time

50 hours from 

full charge at 75% 

volume level

Unit Dimensions

6.4”

2.7”

2.9”

Mount Attachment Point

Recommended

 

Storage (Battery) 

Temperature

59°F / 15°C 

Mount

 

Attachment Point

¼” diameter for 

use with lanyard 

and carabiner clip 

(included) and 

optional accessories, 

sold separately

Charging Options

USB to AC adapter 

or Computer

Charging Time

Approximately 7 

hours

Waterproof/Dust

 

Rating

IP67

BLUETOOTH PAIRING & CONNECTIONS:

 

Once paired, should you have an issue 

switching between Bluetooth connections 

between devices, open the Bluetooth 

Section within your Smart Device currently 

connected to the EcoPebble Powerbank and 

delete the Bluetooth connection. Once a 

previous connection is deleted from a Smart 

Device the device will be available to re-pair 

& re-connect to your EcoPebble Powerbank 

or another Bluetooth enabled device.

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Optional Accessories

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT & WARNING:

This device has been tested & found to comply with the limits for a Class 
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in 
a residential installation. The device generates, uses & can radiate radio 
frequency energy & if not installed & used in accordance with instructions 
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
device causes interference to radio or television reception try one of these 
measures: reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, increase separation 
between device & receiver, connect the device into an outlet on a circuit 
different from that to which the receiver is connected, consult a dealer or 
experienced radio / TV technician for assistance. Changes or modifications 
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 
the user’s authority to operate the device and/or void the manufacturer’s 
limited warranty.

PRODUCT USE AND PROTECTION:

Read and Follow all Instructions. Use only as intended.

The ECOXGEAR device is intended to be used indoors or outdoors 
and in land or water environments. The device has been tested to IP67 
waterproofing standards which means the device can be submerged in up to 
3 feet of water for 30 minutes without any damage. However, the device is 
not intended for constant underwater use. 

Always make sure the cap(s) / covers(s) are clean, free from sand or debris 
and correctly fitted. The device will only meet IP67 ratings if all rubber seals, 
gasket(s) and cap(s) / covers(s) are in place. If you notice a muffling of audio 
after submersion gently shake the unit to clear excess water. If your device is 
exposed to salt water clean it thoroughly after use with fresh water.

The USB cables, power adapters, and unit with an improperly fitted cap, are 

NOT

 waterproof. 

To prevent fire or shock, do not attempt to charge this unit if it is wet or you 
suspect water has entered the unit. In this situation, please return the unit to 
Grace Digital for a free assessment. If we have found that the unit has carried 
water we will repair or replace the unit free of charge.

SAFETY ADVISORY & WARNING:

Read and Follow all Instructions. Use only as intended.

CAUTION: Do 

NOT

 open to repair. A qualified technician must carry out 

repair work. 

CAUTION: 

ATTENTION: Do 

NOT

 charge while the unit is wet. Towel dry 

the unit 

AND

 make sure all connections are dry 

BEFORE

 

For Charging

AC (5V, 2A) USB Wall Outlet Power Adapter
AC (5V, 1A) USB Car Power Adapter

For Mounting

Suction Cup Mount (¼” mount)
Handlebar Mount Adapter (¼” mount)

Models: GDI-EXPPB100/101

User Guide

Eco

Pebble Powerbank

USB Cable

User Guide

EcoPebble

Powerbank Unit

Carabiner 

 


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plugging in the charging connector. Failure to do so may result 
in electrical damage to the unit and may void the warranty.

WARNING:  This product may contain chemicals listed in Proposition 65
 (www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65/prop65_list/Newlist.html)

WARNING:  EcoPebble Powerbank has a built-in Lithium Ion battery. The 

battery must 

NOT

 be used in or near an open heat source or 

excessive heat.

WARNING:  Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace 

only with the same or equivalent type.

ATTENTION: Do 

NOT

 dispose of in a landfill. Contact Grace Digital at

 

www.gracesupport.com or a certified recycling agent to dispose of 
the unit.

ATTENTION:  AC adapter is a device forming a part of the main plug 

therefore the AC adapter can always be readily disconnected 
from AC socket-outlet.

SAFETY

This product has a limited life span of use and should be replaced when it 
shows obvious signs of wear. 

Do not modify or remove any original component parts of the device. Doing 
so could cause damage to the unit allowing water to ingress. A unit with 
water ingress should not be charged due to potential risk of fire or shock.

Do not attempt to mount the unit except with the approved ECOXGEAR 
mounts. Doing so could cause damage to the unit allowing water to ingress. 
A unit with water ingress should not be charged due to potential risk of fire 
or shock.

Please exercise care and good judgment when using your ECOXGEAR 
speaker. Audio levels should be appropriate to your environment, comply with 
all local regulations, and always ensure that you can hear and be aware of any 
potential hazards around you.

You should always

  1)  Use the ECOXGEAR speaker in accordance with any music or noise rules 
 

and regulations.

  2)  Use the proper ECOXGEAR mounts if you intend to mount the unit. 

  3)  Properly seal the ECOXGEAR prior and after each use when in humid 
 

or water environments to avoid water damage to the internal 

 

components. Salt water / air is particularly corrosive. Always make 

 

sure that the gaskets are sealed when in salt water environment and the 

 

unit  properly rinsed off after use. 

  4)  Properly clean the ECOXGEAR and ensure the gaskets have no sand, dirt 
 

or water on them prior to storage or removing the back cover. 

  5)  Store your unit with all caps properly sealed to avoid long term internal 
 

moisture damage inside your unit. 

  6)  Completely dry and clean your ECOXGEAR prior to attempting to charge 
 

the unit. 

  7)  Return the ECOXGEAR to Grace Digital if you suspect water ingress 
 

into the unit or if the unit has experienced a severe impact that may 

 

have affected the integrity of the unit to take on water.

You should never

  1)  Charge your ECOXGEAR if you suspect water has entered the device. 
 

Charging a device with water inside could be potentially hazardous and 

 

cause fire or  a spark. 

  2)  Use your ECOXGEAR if you have dropped it or thrown it against a hard 
 

surface which may have destroyed the integrity of the devices, 

 

housings or gaskets. In the event of a severe impact to your unit please 

 

return the unit to Grace Digital to review for potential damage. 

  3)  Open the auxiliary door in a water environment. This could cause water 
 

to ingress into the unit which could potentially be hazardous and cause 

 

a fire or  a spark.

  4)  Connect a device to the auxiliary input jack when in a water environment. 
 

The auxiliary jack should only be used in a dry environment. 

  5)  Attempt to fix, repair your ECOXGEAR unit. Please send it back to Grace 
 

Digital for any assessments and repairs.

CARE, MAINTENANCE & PRECAUTIONS 

  1)  The unit is waterproof only when the cap is properly closed. 

  2)  Close the cap properly before use. If the unit is placed in water without the 
 

cap properly closed, water may enter into the  unit and void your warranty.

  3)  Dry unit completely before opening the cap. Do 

NOT

 open the cap if wet 

 

or in a wet environment. 

 4) Do 

NOT

 apply excessive force to any surfaces of the unit when wet or in 

 

a wet environment.

 5) Do 

NOT

 use or store the unit in places with high temperature. 

 6) 

AVOID

 prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UV sunlight) and 

 

strong magnetic fields. 

  7)  Periodically check the rubber seal for premature wear.

 


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  8)  Periodically clean the rubber with a soft moist cloth and ensure no 
 

objects such as dirt, hair, or sand are on the rubber seal ring. Do 

NOT

 

 

use any oily solvent  or chemicals for cleaning.

  9)  Rinse off the unit with tap water after use in salt water or swimming pool.

 10) 

Power and/or charge the built-in rechargeable battery for portable use 

 

by connecting the USB cord to a computer USB connection or to the 

 

AC outlet using the AC-to-USB cord 5V, 1A power adapter intended for 

 

use with the unit.

 11) 

Noise and audio distortion may occur when the batteries are nearing end 

 

of charge.

 12) 

Do 

NOT

 remove the built-in battery. Do 

NOT

 remove the grill covers.

LIMITED MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY

The EcoPebble Powerbank is covered by a 3 year limited warranty that covers 
defects in workmanship and / or materials for a period of 3 years from 
original purchase date. This warranty does not apply to any products which 
have been abused, neglected, modified or used for a purpose other than the 
one for which they were manufactured. Please refer to the above care and 
maintenance instructions for suggested care details. The warranty is valid 
only for the original owner who purchases the unit from an authorized dealer. 
Transfers do not qualify for warranty protection. Grace Digital reserves the 
right to replace any out-of-stock or discontinued product with a comparable 
product. Discontinued products may not be available for warranty 
replacement. Any contents are 

NOT

 covered by the limited manufacturer’s 

warranty. Warranty terms may be revised without notification at the 
discretion of the manufacturer. Please visit www.ecoxgear.com for additional 
product & warranty information.

EcoPebble Powerbank by ECOXGEAR, a division of Grace Digital Inc., 
San Diego, California.

EcoPebble Powerbank by ECOXGEAR, a division of Grace Digital Inc.
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