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Series

PartyBox1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Boom1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current Boom family title. Boom 2, Boom 2 Plus and Boom Go 3i are distinct products.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

JBLPARTYBOX720AM5Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/jbl-partybox-720-bluetooth-portable-party-speakerRead 16 October 2026US listing gives model JBLPARTYBOX720AM.

D5100, D51000101Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Selected US Adventurer Black single-speaker SKU D5100010, variant 45145323405502, verified by public US Shopify response. D5100 hardware separately printed on original QSG. No guessed suffix or D5103 code.3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker.jsRead 8 October 2026Public US response ties variant 45145323405502 to D5100010, Adventurer Black / 1 and available true. Read through observed maker Shopify domain without private account/API.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original manufacturer QSG cover D5100, not an autogenerated manual. FCC-hosted copy.

GTIN / EAN

0500364142895Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/jbl-partybox-720-bluetooth-portable-party-speakerRead 16 October 2026UPC 050036414289 for JBLPARTYBOX720AM.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

September 20253Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Review lists September 2, 2025. A Brazilian report dated 3 September 2025 covers the launch. German EU sales started 1 October 2025.4Press articleportaltela.com/cotidiano/tecnologia/2025/09/03/jbl-lanca-partybox-720-seu-maior-altofalante-portatil-para-festasRead 16 October 2026Portuguese-language report dated 3 September 2025 on the JBL launch of the PartyBox 720.

18 June 20257Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Official parent maker announcement June 18, 2025.

Status

Available3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Review links to a current Amazon listing.

Available1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current single-speaker variant available for sale. Inventory is distinct from release status.3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker.jsRead 8 October 2026Selected single-speaker variant available. No numeric popularity invented.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1,099.953Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Review lists MSRP $1,099.95. Tax treatment is not stated.

$139.997Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Official US single-speaker $139.99. Future Adventure Set $149.99 separate. Current shop $129.99 and updated review widget $129.99 are not launch price.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US5Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/jbl-partybox-720-bluetooth-portable-party-speakerRead 16 October 2026US retailer listing.

US1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current US selected offer and USD pricing.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black5Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/jbl-partybox-720-bluetooth-portable-party-speakerRead 16 October 2026Only Black is listed.

Adventurer Black1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Only Adventurer Black reference represented.3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker.jsRead 8 October 2026Exact option1 Adventurer Black and option2 1.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Party1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Maker calls it a party speaker with a lightshow and a built-in handle and wheels.

Portable1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit portable rugged outdoor speaker.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

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Mono8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual review explicitly mono standalone.10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public verdict explicitly stereo downmix to mono unless paired with another unit.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AJBL PartyBox 720

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	2	243
Dome tweeter	2	30

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Technical specifications: two 9 inch (243 mm) woofers and two 1.25 inch (30 mm) dome tweeters. No per-driver power is published.

Bsoundcore Boom 3i

Driver type	Count
Woofer	1
Tweeter	1

Source4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications state Woofer x1 and Tweeter x1. Per-driver RMS/continuous watts and diameters not published here.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026One 40 W woofer sized 3.7 x 2 in and one 10 W 0.65 in tweeter. Continuous/RMS basis and rectangular axes unspecified, so only driver types/counts stored. No per-driver power or geometry invented.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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27Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Explicit pair of bass radiators, separate from powered transducers.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

800W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Output power 800 W RMS (IEC60268). No separate battery and mains rating is published. SoundGuys says the speaker reaches its full 800 W on AC power.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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50W1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current Output specification says 50 W. Guide says Audio Output Power 50 W and review calls it rated. No continuous/RMS or peak basis stated, so only unspecified-rating field is filled. Maker 96 dB alarm is not a reviewer-measured music SPL maximum.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Literal Audio Output Power 50 W. No continuous/RMS or peak basis, stored only as unspecified rating.

Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

32Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 202632 Hz to 20 kHz with no stated tolerance.

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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 202632 Hz to 20 kHz with no stated tolerance.

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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

80dB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Published as greater than 80 dB. The stored number is the lower bound.

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026The sheet says the JBL PartyBox app controls the music, EQ and lightshow.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Custom adjustable EQ through app, corroborated by actual reviewer 9-band sliders.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

73Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026The JBL PartyBox app has a 7-band EQ with Deep and Punchy bass modes.

98Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual reviewer uses 9-band custom EQ. Manufacturer-provided sample, one-week test, firmware 01.20 and app v3.9.5. Presets not counted as bands.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

Deep Bass Boost, Punchy Bass Boost3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Deep and Punchy bass modes. The German review by hifi.de names the two Bass Boost levels Tief and Druckvoll.

soundcore Signature, Treble Boost, Voice, Balanced, BassUp 2.04Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Named Signature, Treble Boost, Voice and Balanced EQ presets, plus maker-named BassUp 2.0. Buzz Clean maintenance and recorded-message amplification are not music sound modes.

Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026The sheet says two PartyBox 720 speakers can be paired for true stereo.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Two identical Boom 3i units split L/R through TWS, distinct from same-content PartyCast groups.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Two identical units produce separate L/R through TWS, Bluetooth-button hold 2 seconds.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

Auracast, PartyTogether1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Multi-speaker connection by Auracast with other JBL Auracast speakers. PartyTogether is from SoundGuys.3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026PartyTogether in the JBL PartyBox app links the 720 with other PartyBox speakers such as the 520. Auracast links it with Auracast JBL speakers such as the Charge 6 and Xtreme 4.

True Wireless Stereo (TWS), PartyCast1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Shop highlights TWS. Guide, original QSG, exact FAQ and actual maker top photo explicitly support PartyCast. Reviewer no-party wording is noted, not silently transferred.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Dedicated PartyCast section synchronizes audio/light across compatible PartyCast units. Real maker top photo visibly has PartyCast button. RTINGS denial is contradicted by several primary sources. FAQ qualifies cross-model light synchronization.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Questions 19/20 explicitly PartyCast master/secondary behavior. Different models cannot synchronize different light effects, qualifying guide broad wording.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original QSG independently documents actual PartyCast button use, matching current maker photo and full guide.10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public comparison says no party mode. Contradicted by own guide, original QSG, current FAQ master/secondary instructions and real top PartyCast button. Maker capability retained with conflict disclosed.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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1004Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Up to 100 compatible soundcore PartyCast speakers total, including first source-connected unit. Exact PartyCast generation/minimum firmware unpublished. Not TWS pair count 2 used as maximum. General/global group field remains unknown.

Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026

Yes5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.41Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth 5.4.

5.31Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current specification Bluetooth 5.3. BLE control does not establish LE Audio.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC, AAC3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Bluetooth 5.4 with SBC and AAC.

SBC, AAC5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Exact SBC/AAC answer, no codecs inferred from version.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.61Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026A2DP V1.4 and AVRCP V1.6.

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Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Multi-speaker connection by Auracast. Sending and receiving roles are not stated.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

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Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide describes another connected source taking over playback. FAQ explicitly establishes two concurrent connections.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Exact answer supports up to two devices simultaneously.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

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25Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Two concurrent sources, distinct from speaker-group count.

Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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30m4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own specification 30 m/98 ft. Published 30 m used, no more precise feet conversion or obstacle guarantee.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

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Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026The USB-C input connects to streaming or karaoke apps with high-quality sound. SoundGuys says it handles digital audio including lossless.3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026The single USB-C port can handle digital audio, including lossless playback.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Supported formats MP3, WAV and FLAC on FAT16 or FAT32 USB storage. The quick start guide says these formats are not available in the EMEA region, so this value describes the non-EMEA model only.2Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/356825/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 16 October 2026Tech spec footnote: supported formats are not available for the EMEA region.

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USB audio file formats

MP3, WAV, FLAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Supported formats .MP3, .WAV and .FLAC. Not available in the EMEA region.

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AJBL PartyBox 720

Connector	Count	Role
AC power	1	Mains power input and battery charging
USB-C	1	USB audio input, USB drive music playback (FAT16 and FAT32) and charge output to mobile devices
3.5 mm audio	1	AUX audio input
6.35 mm audio	2	Combo XLR and 6.35 mm inputs for microphone, guitar, line-in or DJ console

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026USB-C, AUX 3.5 mm and two XLR inputs are named on the sheet. SoundGuys says the XLR inputs are combo XLR and 1/4 inch jacks. The sheet lists Mic-In, Guitar-In or Line-In and AUX-In sensitivities.3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Dual XLR and 1/4 inch combo inputs at the back, a 3.5 mm aux port and one USB-C port.

Bsoundcore Boom 3i

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Speaker charging input

Source1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026One physical USB-C charging socket, matching maker diagram and photograph. No AUX or power-bank output. Direct USB digital audio and storage playback remain unknown.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

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No10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public prose no built-in microphone. This field requires microphone plus calls, so no mic establishes no speakerphone. App amplification uses phone-recorded clips.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Controls

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Auracast multi-speaker connection, Bass Boost, Volume knob, Play/pause, next and previous track (one, two or three presses), Microphone volume, Lightshow controls2Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/356825/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 16 October 2026Play section: one press plays or pauses, two presses next track, three presses previous track. Panels also show Bluetooth pairing, lightshow, microphone and guitar or line-in, and multi-speaker connection.3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Top panel has buttons for power, Bluetooth, Auracast and Bass Boost, knobs for volume and microphone levels and lightshow controls.

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Play/pause, Next/previous track, Volume up/down, TWS pairing, PartyCast linking, BassUp on/off, Emergency alarm, Light effects on/off and selection, Factory reset4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own hardware map/button table identify each control. Reset Bluetooth plus volume up held 4 seconds. Emergency alarm is a safety tone. App Voice Amplifier uses phone messages, not calls or built-in speaker mic.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original button diagram matches actual maker hardware.

Companion app

JBL PartyBox1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026JBL PartyBox app.

soundcore1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Named soundcore app.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Exact app support. Voice Amplifier records clips in app and is not real-time amplification or calls.

App platforms

Android, iOS2Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/356825/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 16 October 2026Google Play and App Store badges for the JBL app.

iOS, Android4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Actual guide App Store and Google Play logos identify iOS/Android.

User firmware updates

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit app firmware updates. Maker recommends latest firmware for enhanced sound without naming exact version.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Explicit app notification/update procedure.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Lightshow with starry lights, flowing trails and pulsing strobes.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Decorative RGB radiator light show, separate from status LEDs.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Six dynamic beat-linked and four static ambient effects on both sides.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Selectable decorative side effects, controlled by dedicated button and app. Status breathing is separate.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Programmable LED light show on left/right radiators.

Lighting modes

Starry lights, Flowing trails, Strobes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Maker wording: starry lights, flowing trails and strobes. No effect names are published on the sheet.

Neon Night, Spring Break, Romantic Stroll, Laid Back, Color Loop, Energy8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual app screenshot fully shows Neon Night, Spring Break, Romantic Stroll, Laid Back, Color Loop and Energy. Verified names, not complete inventory. Guide says 6 dynamic plus 4 ambient. Horizontally clipped names not guessed.9Reviewsoundguys.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Boom-3i-app_5-scaled.jpegRead 8 October 2026Direct public actual-review screenshot visually read. Six fully readable names retained. Rightmost clipped names not guessed.

Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026The speaker has two battery bays for JBL BATTERY 600 packs. The sheet is titled Battery Included but its box list names no battery, and it also says the swappable batteries are sold separately. For EMEA the quick start guide says batteries are not included.

Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Built-in rechargeable battery, charging status and app battery indicator.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

15h1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Up to 15 hours. It varies with volume and audio content. No test volume or lightshow setting is stated.

16h5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Maker lab up to 16 h at room temperature, factory defaults, 50% volume, lights off, BassUp off and default EQ. Varies with volume, source and environment. No boost-mode total.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

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2,400mAh4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Literal 2400 mAh at 10.95 V pack, not power-bank output. No Wh calculation.

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10.95V4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published 10.95 V alongside pack capacity, not guessed from cell count.

Battery chemistry

Lithium-ion1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Li-ion.

Lithium-ion6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original QSG Japanese safety text explicitly identifies this built-in lithium-ion battery as recyclable and prints Li-ion. Supports chemistry only, no extra energy/capacity inference.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Maker describes swappable JBL BATTERY 600 packs. The quick start guide shows the replacement steps.2Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/356825/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 16 October 2026Battery replacement section: remove the old battery and insert the new JBL BATTERY 600 x 2. Charge the battery before first use.

No5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Explicit No to battery replacement.

Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

3h1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 20263 hours with the speaker off.

4h4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide less than 4 h, current FAQ about 4 h on 15 W 5 V/3 A. Retained approximate 4 h maker full-charge claim. Simultaneous use unspecified.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026About 4 h full charge with 15 W 5 V/3 A recommendation. Adapter model and simultaneous playback not stated.

Quick charge duration

10min1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026A 10-minute fast charge.

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

2h1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Gets up to 2 extra hours of playtime.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Power input 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. No input current is published.

5 V DC at 3 A4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own device Power Input 5 V DC 3 A. Applicable Anker A2337 adapter outputs are separate. Charger-output recommendation 0.05 W to 15 W does not independently establish a maximum device charging wattage or PD support.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original QSG repeats device 5 V DC 3 A.

Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026USB-C charge out lists PDO profiles up to 20 V / 1.5 A and PPS 5-16 V / 1.85 A. No watt figure is published, so none is stored.

No2Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Exact Charge Out row explicitly crossed out.

Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IPX41Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026IPX4 splash proof.

IP681Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026IP68 with port cover fully closed. Launch specifies 1.5 m water immersion for 30 minutes, separate from drop test.

Floats

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit upright sound-forward floating playback, including moving water.

Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit drop-tested from 3.28 ft or 1 m.

Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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1m1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Published 1 m. Parent maker announcement identifies concrete surface.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Explicit up to 1 m onto concrete. Water immersion test separate.

Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

Integrated handle, Wide wheels1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Ergonomic integrated handle and wider sturdy wheels.3Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-partybox-720-review-the-loudest-battery-powered-jbl-speaker-yet-149499Read 16 October 2026Integrated handle and wide wheels. It has no telescopic handle, unlike the PartyBox 520.

Detachable adjustable shoulder strap1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Detachable adjustable strap. Optional Adventure Set handle/case excluded.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Standard strap package is distinct from future magnetic case/carry-handle set.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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15h10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public review repeatedly reports about 15 h continuous playback with lights off. Blue test sample, same marketed D5100 hardware as selected Black, no documented material color difference. Sample commercial SKU, firmware build, transport/codec, EQ and BassUp state not public. Linked public method specifies full charge to depletion, 80 dB SPL at 1 m and latest available firmware at test. No locked decimal or charge/SPL/latency result read.11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/tests/active-features/batteryRead 8 October 2026Public linked method: latest available firmware, full charge, looped track at 80 dB SPL at 1 m to depletion. Actual review establishes lights off. Exact firmware, codec, EQ, BassUp and host remain unpublished. 15 h is rounded public prose, not a locked-table reconstruction.

Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width416Height942Depth406mm(16.4 × 37.1 × 16 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product dimensions are listed as width x height x depth: 416 x 942 x 406 mm. Package is 491 x 1027 x 468 mm.

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WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

31,000g(68.3 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Net weight 31 kg. Gross weight 34.9 kg. The sheet does not say whether batteries are counted. A German retailer lists 29 kg for the EU item without batteries.

780g(1.7 lb)2Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current exact maker claim 780 g, also repeated as 27.5 oz and approximately 1.7 lb. SG header says 1080 g but does not establish measured/accessory scope. Explicit current maker claim retained. Cause and separate strap mass are unknown. Body dimensions are unlabeled 8.27 x 3.35 x 3.09 in, repeated 210 x 85 x 78.5 mm in an unlabeled diagram. No width/height/depth mapping is invented. The US product variant also carries weight metadata 1144 without an explicit bare-speaker/accessory scope. It is not substituted for the public speaker specification.8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Header 1080 g conflicts maker 780 g. Measurement/accessory scope and cause not established. Explicit current maker claim retained.

Body materials

Post-consumer recycled plastic1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Post-consumer recycled plastic.

Plastic, Rubber8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual reviewer describes tough plastic shell and chunky rubber bumpers. No exact resin or metal grille material invented.

Certifications

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Other certifications

FSC-certified paper packaging1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Packaged in FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink.

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In the box

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In the box

JBL PartyBox 720, Quick start guide, Safety instruction and warranty card, AC power cord1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Box list: 1 speaker, 1 quick start guide, 1 safety instruction and warranty card, AC power cord. Quantity and plug type vary by region.

soundcore Boom 3i speaker, USB-C to USB-C cable, Shoulder strap, Quick Start Guide5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Full inventory speaker, USB-C C-to-C cable, strap and Quick Start Guide. No adapter, magnetic case or hard handle.

Links

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Product page

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us.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit selected US URL. Ordinary requests to www redirect this local region to Nordic home, so public US storefront is used.

Spec sheet

static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/PARTYBOX720_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 16 October 2026Harman spec sheet titled PartyBox 720 Battery Included, copyright 2025, hosted by a US retailer. A matching sheet titled Battery Not Included exists for Poland and the EMEA region.

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Manual

cdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/356825/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/356825/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 16 October 2026Global quick start guide, two pages in many languages, hosted by a retailer. No full owner's manual was found on a readable host.

salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdf4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official support index explicitly links English User Guide D5100 to this original seven-page PDF. Entire guide read and visually checked. Original QSG independently matches hardware/buttons.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1.5years6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026English original QSG p11 explicitly 18-month limited warranty, converted 1.5 years. Support list includes US. Statutory rights/optional service separate.

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.