Quick Start Guide

Connect Power

Plug in the LiFePO4 battery using the XT60 connector. If you have a solar panel, connect it via the MC4 connectors, matching positive (+) to positive and negative (-) to negative.

Power On

Flip the power switch. The touchscreen will display the Orpheus interface after approximately 60 seconds. If nothing happens, press the manual wake button on the enclosure.

Connect Speakers

Attach speakers to the waterproof connectors on the enclosure. Test audio by switching to Manual Mode and playing the test tone.

Set Your Location

Go to Settings → Astral Setup. Enter your GPS coordinates (latitude and longitude) and select your timezone. This is required for sunrise/sunset-based playback modes.

Verify Time

Check the clock displayed on screen. If the time is incorrect, go to Settings → Time & Date to set it manually. The built-in battery-backed clock will maintain time from this point forward.

Load Audio Files

Insert a USB flash drive containing your audio files (WAV or MP3). Open the Audio File Manager from the toolbar and import your files to the device.

Choose a Playback Mode

Select your mode from the main menu:

• Manual — Play, pause, stop on demand
• Interval — Set specific time windows for playback
• Astral — Schedule relative to sunrise/sunset
• Seasonal — Different schedules per season

Configure Your Schedule

For Interval, Astral, or Seasonal modes, set your desired playback times and assign audio files. Orpheus will handle the rest automatically.

Enable Deep Sleep (Optional)

To maximize battery life, enable Deep Sleep under Settings → Power Management. The device will automatically power down between scheduled events and wake up when needed.

Install the App

Android: Download the APK from gaiaforge.tech/orpheus. When prompted, allow installation from unknown sources.
iOS: Coming soon to the App Store.

Connect via Bluetooth

Open the app and it will automatically scan for nearby Orpheus devices. Tap your device to connect. The app uses Bluetooth Low Energy, so you need to be within approximately 10 meters.

Join the WiFi Hotspot

After the BLE connection is established, join the Orpheus WiFi hotspot on your phone. The network name follows the format Orpheus-XXXX (e.g., Orpheus-91BD). No password required.

Access the Dashboard

The app will connect to the full dashboard automatically. From here you can monitor battery status, configure playback, adjust settings, and more — all from your phone.