FAQ
1. What is the TG113 module?
It is an all-in-one portable Bluetooth speaker controller and low-power stereo amplifier PCBA.
2. What functions does it support?
The current RoboGears specification includes:
3. What is the operating voltage?
3.7V–5V DC
4. Can I use a 3.7V Li-ion battery?
Yes.
The module is designed for compatible single-cell 3.7V Li-ion operation.
5. Can I use an 18650 battery?
A suitable single 3.7V Li-ion cell such as an appropriate 18650 can be used when correctly connected and electrically compatible.
6. Can I connect two 18650 cells in series?
No.
A 2S battery pack has a nominal voltage of approximately 7.4V and exceeds the board's specified operating range.
7. Can I connect two 18650 cells in parallel?
Parallel cells require proper matching, protection and battery-design practices.
For a simple project, a suitable single protected cell is easier and safer.
8. Can I power it with 5V?
Yes.
5V falls within the board's published operating range.
9. Can I give it 9V?
No.
10. Can I give it 12V?
No.
11. Does it have Bluetooth?
Yes.
12. Which Bluetooth version?
The current RoboGears product specification states:
Bluetooth 5.0
13. Do all TG113 boards use Bluetooth 5.0?
Not necessarily.
TG113 hardware revisions exist with different chipsets, so future batches should be verified.
14. Does it have FM radio?
Yes.
15. Does it support USB flash drives?
Yes.
16. Does it support TF / MicroSD cards?
Yes.
17. Does it have AUX input?
Yes.
18. Which audio formats are supported?
The current listing specifies:
19. Does it have a built-in amplifier?
Yes.
It includes a low-power stereo speaker-amplifier stage.
20. Can speakers be connected directly?
Yes, compatible low-power speakers can be connected directly to the designated speaker outputs.
21. Do I need an external amplifier?
Not for a basic portable-speaker system using compatible low-power drivers.
A separate amplifier may be required for larger or higher-power speakers.
22. Is the output 5W + 5W?
Some TG113 revisions are advertised at 5W+5W, while others are commonly specified around 3W+3W.
Until the amplifier IC on the supplied board is confirmed, do not rely on 5W+5W as a guaranteed continuous rating.
23. Is it stereo?
The current RoboGears specification describes the board as supporting dual-speaker stereo output.
24. What speaker impedance should I use?
The exact amplifier IC/load specification should be verified from the current board revision.
For replacement use, match the original TG113 speaker drivers where possible.
25. Can I use 8Ω speakers?
Do not guarantee 8Ω compatibility without verifying the actual amplifier IC and board revision.
26. Does it charge the battery?
The board includes a Micro-USB charging/power interface intended for a compatible 3.7V Li-ion battery system.
27. What charging voltage should I use?
5V via Micro-USB
28. Can I use a phone charger?
A suitable regulated 5V USB supply can be used.
29. Does the board protect the battery?
Charging/power-management functionality is present, but the complete battery-protection feature set is not documented.
Use an appropriate protected battery/protection arrangement for custom projects unless the board circuitry has been verified.
30. Does it have control buttons?
Yes.
The board includes onboard controls for playback/mode/volume functions.
31. Does it have a microphone?
Some TG113 revisions include an onboard microphone.
Verify the actual supplied PCB before relying on microphone or hands-free-call functionality.
32. Can it answer Bluetooth phone calls?
Hands-free calling is documented on some TG113 versions, but this function should be verified on the current RoboGears batch before being guaranteed.
33. Can I make a rechargeable Bluetooth speaker with it?
Yes.
Typical architecture:
3.7V Li-ion Battery → TG113 → Left + Right Speakers
34. Can I repair an existing TG113 speaker with it?
Yes, this board is commonly used as a replacement controller for TG113-style portable Bluetooth speakers.
Compare the existing board's:
Connector layout
Speaker connections
Battery connection
Button arrangement
Physical dimensions
before replacement.
35. Can I build a speaker from scratch?
Yes.
You will generally require:
36. Why does it distort at high volume?
Possible causes include:
Amplifier clipping
Weak battery
Voltage drop
Incorrect speaker load
Weak 5V supply
Speaker limitation
37. Why does it restart when bass hits?
The battery or power source may be unable to maintain sufficient voltage under peak load.
38. Why is the bass weak?
Bass performance depends strongly on:
39. What is included?
1 × TG113 Bluetooth Speaker PCBA Module
40. Is a battery included?
No battery is specified as included.
41. Are speakers included?
No.
42. Is a charging cable included?
No Micro-USB charging cable is specified as included.
Important Note
TG113 PCBs exist in multiple hardware revisions.
Bluetooth chipset, amplifier IC, microphone functionality, output power and component layout may vary.
Where a project depends on a specific feature, verify the actual supplied board before permanent installation.
Disclaimer
Always verify battery polarity and speaker connections before applying power.
Do not connect a 2S Li-ion pack, 9V battery or 12V supply directly to this 3.7V–5V module.