Portronics Apollo Plus Duo — Complete Guide

Modified on Tue, 3 Nov at 4:46 PM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Overview

The Portronics Apollo Plus Duo (POR 3184) is a 40W Bluetooth speaker with a wireless karaoke microphone, eight RGB lighting effects and multiple playback options. It supports Bluetooth, AUX, USB flash drive and TF card playback. The included wireless microphone offers five voice effects, echo adjustment and a vocal-remover function.

Quick Reference

FeatureDetails
ProductPortronics Apollo Plus Duo
Product CodePOR 3184
ColourBlack
Speaker Output40W (20W × 2)
Bluetooth Version6.0
Playback ModesBluetooth, AUX, USB and TF card
RGB Effects8
Speaker Battery3600mAh, 3.7V Li-ion (13.32Wh)
Microphone Battery400mAh, 3.7V Li-ion (1.48Wh)
Charging PortUSB Type-C
Charging InputDC 5V/1A
Charging TimeApprox. 4–5 hours 
Listed PlaytimeUp to 4 hours
Driver / Frequency Response50Hz–20kHz
MicrophoneWireless karaoke microphone, included
Receiver / Wireless RangeUp to 10m
MaterialABS body + iron mesh
Dimensions149 × 154 × 330mm
Net Weight1.33kg
Warranty1 year

Actual playtime depends on volume, RGB lighting, microphone use, playback mode and operating conditions.

What's in the Box

ItemQuantity
Apollo Plus Duo Speaker1
Wireless Karaoke Microphone1
Type-C Cable1
AUX Cable1
2.4GHz / TF accessoriesAs supported by the speaker slots; refer to the included package

Parts & Controls

Speaker Controls

ControlActionFunction
M / Mode ButtonSingle pressSwitches between Bluetooth, AUX, USB and TF modes
M / Mode ButtonLong pressPower ON/OFF or change the RGB effect, as described in the supplied control diagram
− ButtonSingle pressPrevious track / video
− ButtonLong pressDecrease speaker volume
+ ButtonSingle pressNext track / video
+ ButtonLong pressIncrease speaker volume
Play / Pause ButtonSingle pressPlay or pause audio

Microphone Controls

ControlActionFunction
Power ButtonLong pressTurn microphone ON/OFF
VOL+ ButtonLong pressIncrease microphone echo
VOL− ButtonLong pressDecrease microphone echo
EFF ButtonSingle pressCycle through voice effects
EFF ButtonLong pressToggle vocal remover ON/OFF

The microphone's blue light turns ON when the microphone is powered ON.

Powering ON the Speaker

Use the speaker's M / Mode control as indicated on the product control panel. long press for power ON/OFF and a single press to change playback mode.

Bluetooth Pairing

  1. Turn ON the Apollo Plus Duo.
  2. The speaker starts in Bluetooth mode.
  3. Turn ON Bluetooth on your phone, tablet or other audio device.
  4. Search for Portronics Apollo Plus Duo.
  5. Select it to pair.
  6. Once paired, the blue LED becomes stable.

Bluetooth 6.0 and a receiver distance of up to 10m.

Switching Playback Modes

Use the M Button to cycle between the available playback modes.

ModeHow to Use
BluetoothPair the speaker with a phone, tablet or compatible device
AUXConnect an audio source using the supplied 3.5mm AUX cable
USBInsert a compatible USB flash drive
TFInsert a compatible TF / microSD card until it clicks

The single press of the M Button changes the mode. Confirm the selected source before starting playback.

Bluetooth Audio Playback

  1. Pair your phone or other device with Portronics Apollo Plus Duo.
  2. Start music or video playback on the connected device.
  3. Use the speaker's Play / Pause button to control playback.
  4. Press − or + to move to the previous or next track.
  5. Press and hold − or + to reduce or increase volume.

AUX Playback

  1. Connect one end of the supplied AUX cable to the speaker.
  2. Connect the other end to the 3.5mm audio output on your phone, PC or other audio device.
  3. Press the M Button until AUX mode is selected.
  4. Start audio playback on the connected device.
  5. Adjust the volume using the speaker controls.

USB Flash Drive Playback

  1. Insert a compatible USB flash drive into the speaker's USB port.
  2. Press the M Button until USB mode is selected.
  3. Use the speaker controls to play, pause and change tracks.

TF Card Playback

  1. Insert a compatible TF / microSD card into the TF slot.
  2. Push it in until it clicks.
  3. Press the M Button until TF mode is selected.
  4. Use the speaker controls to play, pause and change tracks.

To remove the card, press it gently to release it, then pull it out. Do not force the card.

Using the Wireless Karaoke Microphone

Turning the Microphone ON/OFF

  1. Press and hold the microphone Power Button to turn it ON.
  2. The blue light on the microphone turns ON when it is powered.
  3. Press and hold the Power Button again to turn it OFF.

Adjusting Echo

  • Press and hold VOL+ to increase the echo effect.
  • Press and hold VOL− to decrease the echo effect.

Changing the Voice

  1. Press the EFF Button once to change the voice effect.
  2. The default setting is Normal voice.
  3. Each short press moves to the next voice effect.
  4. The speaker beeps once after changing an effect.
  5. The speaker beeps twice when the voice effect returns to Normal.

The five voice modes are:

  1. Normal
  2. Female to Male
  3. Baby
  4. Male to Female
  5. Monster

Vocal Remover

  • Press and hold the EFF Button to reduce vocals in the music.
  • Press and hold the EFF Button again to undo / switch OFF the vocal-remover effect.

The vocal-remover function is intended for karaoke use.

Speaker RGB Lighting

The Apollo Plus Duo offers 8 RGB lighting effects.

The supplied speaker control diagram describes a long press of the M Button for changing the RGB effect, while the same control is also described for power ON/OFF. Use the long-press action on the M control to operate the function as indicated by the speaker's control response.

Charging the Speaker

  1. Connect the supplied Type-C cable to the speaker's Type-C charging port.
  2. Connect the other end to a suitable 5V/1A USB power source.
  3. The red LED indicates charging.
  4. When the red LED turns OFF, the speaker is fully charged.
  5. Disconnect the charging cable after charging.

The speaker charging time is approximately 4–5 hours.

LED Indicator Guide

IndicatorMeaning
Blue LED blinkingBluetooth pairing mode
Blue LED stableBluetooth paired
Red LED ONCharging
Red LED OFFFully charged
Battery error sound promptLow-battery indication
Blue light on microphoneMicrophone is ON

Safety & Care

  • Do not use the speaker or microphone in rain or near water.
  • Keep away from fire and flammable substances.
  • Store the product in a safe place to prevent dust and dirt from affecting it.
  • Disconnect the power plug / cable before cleaning.
  • Clean with a soft cloth only.
  • Do not use harsh abrasives or chemicals, as they may damage the surface finish.
  • Do not force USB, TF card or AUX connectors into their ports.
  • Keep the speaker and microphone away from excessive heat and moisture.

Troubleshooting

IssuePossible CauseRecommended Action
Speaker does not pairBluetooth pairing not active or previous pairing interferenceTurn Bluetooth OFF/ON and search for Portronics Apollo Plus Duo again
No sound in AUX modeAUX cable or input mode not selectedReconnect cable and select AUX using M
USB / TF music does not playIncorrect mode or drive/card not seatedReinsert the drive/card and select the matching mode
Microphone does not turn ONMicrophone battery is lowCharge microphone and long-press its Power Button
Echo does not changeWrong control actionLong-press VOL+ or VOL− on the microphone
Voice changer does not changeEFF button action incorrectShort-press EFF to cycle voice modes
Vocal remover does not toggleEFF button not long-pressedLong-press EFF to toggle vocal remover
Speaker is not chargingCable or power connection issueCheck Type-C connection and 5V/1A source

Still stuck?

If the issue persists after performing all troubleshooting steps, please raise a support request.

Our support team will assist you further.

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