Push 540 Open

PUSH 540 OPEN USER GUIDE, TROUBLESHOOTING, & FAQS

INITIAL SET UP & PAIRING 

Quick Start Version: Powering ON your earbuds for the first time 

  • To power PUSH 540 OPEN ON for the first time, remove the stickers covering the charging points on both buds.  

  • Place the earbuds in the charging case. When both LEDs show blue, remove them from the case.   

  • Your earbuds will automatically turn on when the buds are taken out of the case. 

Quick start Pairing 

  • Your PUSH 540 0PEN ear buds will automatically enter pairing mode when powered on for the first time.  

  • A tone will indicate that your earbuds have powered ON and a voice prompt will then say “pairing” and the LEDs will flash blue. 

  • To connect ear buds to your device, simply open the Bluetooth settings on your device, find and select “PUSH 540 OPEN” in your list of available devices. 

  • With Google fast pair, Android devices will automatically pull up a pairing screen. Just click connect and you are paired. 

  • A voice prompt will say “Connected” and the ear bud LED’s will flash blue three times to indicate a successful Bluetooth connection. 

Multipoint pairing: pairing to a second new device after first time pairing, while earbuds are powered on and connected 

This feature makes it possible to pair your earbuds with two devices at once. For example, while watching videos on your laptop, you can take a call on your phone without the hassle of disconnecting from one device to pair with another. The connection is managed automatically, so you won’t need to do anything after you are paired to both devices.

  • To connect a second device, enter pairing mode by pressing and holding the Skullcandy multi-function button on either ear bud for 3 seconds 

  • A voice prompt will say “Pairing” and the LED’s on the ear buds will pulse blue to indicate you are in pairing mode. 

  • Open the Bluetooth settings on your second device, find and select “PUSH 540 OPEN” in your list of available devices. 

  • With Google fast pair, Android devices will automatically pull up a pairing screen. Just click connect and you are paired. 

  • A voice prompt will say “Connected” and the LED’s will flash blue three times to indicate a successful Bluetooth connection. 

  • You are now connected to both devices. 

Your PUSH 540 OPENS will automatically pair to the two most recently paired devices every time they are powered on.  If you’d prefer to only pair to one device at a time, you can go into the Skullcandy App and turn OFF Multipoint Pairing.

QUICK START DEFAULT USER CONTROLS

Right out of the box, PUSH 540 OPEN comes with intuitive touch controls, keeping you connected and in control of your Bluetooth-enabled device.

Manually power on: either earbud 

  • Press and hold either earbud for one second (1s hold). 

Manually power off: either earbud 

  • Press and release – press and release – Press and Hold one second (1s hold) 

Play / pause / answer call: either earbud 

  • Single tap either earbud (1x press). 

End / reject incoming call: either earbud 

  • Press and hold either earbud for one second (1s hold). 

Enter Bluetooth pairing: either earbud 

  • Press and hold either earbud for 3 seconds (3s hold). 

Track forward: either earbud 

  • To skip to the next track, tap either earbud two times (2x press). 

Activate Voice Assistant 

  • Triple tap either ear bud

The Skullcandy app 

To unlock your ear buds advanced features, download the Skullcandy app. Once you have paired your earbuds to your device, open the Skullcandy app and it will automatically link to your earbuds. 

You can use the Skullcandy app to  

  • Create your own custom button settings   

  • Select preset EQ Modes or create your own custom 5-band EQ Mode   

  • Turn on Low-Latency Mode to improve performance for gaming or streaming your favorite videos   

  • Turn Multipoint Pairing OFF.    

  • Turn touch sensors on the earbuds OFF.  

  • Access User Guides and Troubleshooting help.

CLEAR VOICE SMART MIC

PUSH 540 OPEN is equipped with Clear Voice Smart Mic. It uses artificial intelligence to isolate the speaker’s voice and reduce background noise.

Clear Voice Smart Mic is especially effective at eliminating discontinuous noise, the kind of background chatter you’d find in a crowded coffee shop or airport.

CUSTOMIZE BUTTON FUNCTIONS

You can personalize your earbuds through the Skullcandy App by customizing your controls.

Some default and unassigned button settings can be reconfigured through the Skullcandy App using the earbud’s Multi Function Button (MFB).

Here are the custom button functions that you can configure to your preferred control settings.

On both buds the following actions can be configured:

  • Single tap (1x) 

  • Double tap (2x) 

  • Triple tap (3x) 

The function controls that can be customized in the Skullcandy App:

  • Track forward 

  • Track backward 

  • Volume up 

  • Volume down 

  • Activate assistant  

  • Play 

  • Pause 

ACTIVATE VOICE ASSISITANT 

Who do you ask for help? Siri? Bixby? Google assistant? Unlike proprietary earbuds, Skullcandy earbuds work with any assistant. 

  • To activate your assistant, tap either ear bud three times.  (3x tap) 

  • You can also customize this function in the Skullcandy app.

PRESET EQ + CUSTOM 5-BAND EQ

To help you get the best sound quality from your content, your earbuds also feature preset EQ Modes for music, bass boost, and podcast - as well as a 5-band Customizable EQ Mode.

  • Music mode is your Default EQ setting, which is great for general listening. 

  • Bass boost mode increases the low frequencies for a bass-heavy audio experience. 

  • Podcast mode removes most of the bass response and is great for podcasts or audio books. 

  • Custom EQ mode can be customized in the Skullcandy app your personal  

To switch between EQ Modes, go into the Skullcandy App and select your preferred audio setting.

A voice prompt will notify you each time your EQ mode changes.

CHARGING 

  • PUSH 540 OPEN holds up to 10 hours of play on a single charge and an additional 32 hours in the case for 42 hours total.    

  • A voice prompt will say “battery is just about dead” when your ear buds have about 45 minutes to 1 hour of play time remaining, and you will get a second notification when your ear buds have about 15 to 25 minutes of play time remaining. 

  • To charge your earbuds, place them in the charging case, The LED’s on your ear buds will indicate the battery level when placed into the charging case. 

  • To check the case battery life, plug the case into a power source. The single LED located next to the USB-C charging port will light up and indicate the current battery level.  

  • Your PUSH 540 OPEN ear bud LED’s and charge case LED will indicate battery life with the following colors and sequences. 

  • Pulsing Amber = 0%-40% 

  • Pulsing White = 41%-90% 

  • Solid White = 91%-100% 

FIT

PUSH 540 OPEN features an open-ear hanger design that rests securely over your ear, keeping the acoustic driver positioned just outside your ear canal for all-day comfort and natural awareness. This design minimizes in-ear fatigue, stays locked in during high-movement activities, and keeps you tuned into your surroundings while still delivering clear, personal sound. 

With an IP44 rating, it’s built to handle sweat, dust, and unexpected weather without slowing you down.

To get the best fit, place the hanger over your ear so the acoustic driver sits just outside your ear canal and the main housing rests comfortably behind your ear. Adjust the hanger position slightly up or down to find the most comfortable and stable fit.

For additional security, attach the detachable neckband, perfect for outdoor runs, group rides, or any activity where you want extra peace of mind.

Detachable Neck Band 

For additional security, attach the detachable neckband, perfect for outdoor runs, group rides, or any activity where you want extra peace of mind. 

  • The detachable neckband on Push 540 Open gives you extra security when you’re on the move. 

  • The magnetic ends snap onto each earbud for a fast, no-brainer setup. 

  • If you want a break, just pop the buds off and let them hang — no pockets, no dropping, no losing them. 

  • When you’re not using it, the neckband can be stored in the case. You can also clip it to a belt loop or bag as a lanyard or even wear it as a bracelet on its own. Easy to carry, easy to keep track of. 

SOLO AND STEREO MODE 

You can use either earbud by itself to stay tuned-in to the world around you, We call this solo mode. 

  • To use solo mode, simply remove either earbud from the charging case. Your selected earbud will pair and function normally. 

  • To use both earbuds again, remove the other bud from the case, and once powered ON, audio will begin to stream automatically in stereo mode.

ADD NEW FEATURES AND UPGRADES AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SKULLCANDY APP 

Instead of buying new earbuds for the latest features, your Skullcandy App-enabled earbuds allow you to add new features as they’re developed.

Over time, we’ll continue to add new features all delivered through firmware updates via the Skullcandy App.

It is very important to always be sure your earbuds are updated to the latest firmware release to ensure the best performance and user experience, so please don’t forget to take this time to improve your product with the most up-to-date upgrades and features.

HOW IT WORKS 

  • Occasionally, you’ll receive notifications through the Skullcandy App that your product is ready for a firmware update.  

  • FOTA (Firmware Over-The-Air) updates will be prompted on the home page of your linked product, and you will simply press the “Update” button for more detailed information before getting started with your upgrade.   

  • After reviewing the firmware improvements and or feature upgrades, swipe forward and get ready to begin your update. This will take about 5-10 minutes, and please note that both earbuds will need to have a battery capacity over 25% to begin.  

  • Once you’ve pressed the “Start the update” button, be sure to maintain constant WIFI or cellular service, keep your earbuds and device powered on and close together to maintain the Bluetooth connection, and do not exit the Skullcandy App (this can update in the background, but the app must continue running).  

  • Once the update process has finished, you will be notified that your firmware update was successfully completed.  

TROUBLESHOOTING 

If you’re having difficulties pairing a device, you can reset PUSH 540 OPEN by clearing the paired device list.

  • First, remove your earbuds from your device’s Bluetooth paired list and turn Bluetooth OFF.  

  • Power your earbuds ON.  

  • Press and hold the Multi-Function Button on either ear bud for 6 seconds. 

  • A tone will indicate a successful reset, and the earbud LEDs will quickly flash BLUE and YELLOW. 

  • A voice prompt will say “Ready to Pair” and the earbud LEDs will pulse BLUE 

  • Now, turn on your device’s Bluetooth and select PUSH 540 OPEN.  

  • Accept the “Pair” or “OK” prompt that appears on your screen.  

  • When pairing is complete, a voice prompt will say “connected.” 

If you’re still having a problem with your PUSH 540 OPEN earbuds, our customer service can probably resolve your problem with a simple contact. Please reach out to Skullcandy Customer service before filing a warranty. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QESTIONS

NEW FEATURES AND SKULLCANDY APP 

Please note that the Skullcandy App will only be supported on your mobile devices, and will not have app support with your PC, iPad and MacBook.   

 Additionally, always be sure that you have updated your earbuds to the latest firmware release to enjoy the best performance upgrades, user experience, and the latest new features.  

 I’m having trouble linking my earbuds to the Skullcandy App , what should I do? 

  • When first opening the Skullcandy App you will need to agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy ensuring that Skullcandy will keep the very limited data necessary to link private and secure.  

  • You will want to make sure the device Bluetooth is enabled, and your earbuds are powered on and paired to your device.  

  • At this time the Skullcandy App will search for available devices and once found, an image of your earbuds will appear. Simply press “Connect” and you should be linked and ready to go. (Please also note, if you’re in a crowded space, be sure the app isn’t attempting to link to another Skullcandy product nearby.)  

  • If your Skullcandy App is unable to search and link with your earbuds, simply try to close/exit and re-open the Skullcandy App. If this doesn’t seem to be working, close/exit your Skullcandy App, go to your Bluetooth settings on your device and turn Bluetooth off and back on again (this will unpair and pair your earbuds with your device), and then re-open the Skullcandy App. Your earbuds should link with the app at this time. 

I’ve attempted to complete the firmware update in the app, but the download failed…what can I do? 

  • Please make sure that your earbuds remain powered on, connected to Bluetooth and your device, and linked with the Skullcandy App.  

  • Please make sure that your device remains powered on, paired to your earbuds, and maintains constant WIFI or cellular service.  

  • Please make sure your earbuds are charged with more than 25% battery to complete the upgrades.  

How easy is it to customize my earbuds controls? 

  • This is done very easily through the Skullcandy App, where you can independently customize the actions on each of the buttons available. 

Can I customize all earbuds functions? 

  • No, you won’t be able to change all functions, but most media controls are available to customize.  

Will my custom button actions/functions be saved even if I power Off/restart my device? 

  • Yes, once your controls are customized in the Skullcandy App they will be saved until you make changes.  

If I get a new phone and need to re-download the app, will my controls be saved? 

  • No, you will need to re-link to the Skullcandy App and customize your earbuds again.  

If I switch devices from my phone that has linked to the app to a device that does not have the Skullcandy App , do my customized button functions still work? 

  • Yes, your custom UI controls will be saved but you will not have the Skullcandy App features, example custom EQ.  

GENERAL 

Playtime / BATTERY life & Charging: 

Battery life and play time is very important to me, how long does the PUSH 540 OPEN last? 

  • There is up to 42+ hours of play time. 

What is the total charging time for PUSH 540 OPEN via USB-C charging cable? 

  • To charge your case and ear buds from 1 to 100% will take about 45 minutes.  

Does PUSH 540 OPEN have some sort of fast charge? 

  • YES, PUSH 540 OPEN has Rapid Charge technology. 

  • 10 minutes of charging via USB-C = 2+ Hours Playtime 

Can I charge PUSH 540 OPEN with my Skullcandy Power Accessories/PC/Laptop? 

  • Yes. Pretty much all USB-C charging cables will work to charge your PUSH 540 OPEN earbuds. 

 Does the PUSH 540 OPEN link with Skullcandy App? 

  • Yes! The PUSH 540 OPEN will link with the Skullcandy App and is in fact required to unlock the Skullcandy App Smart Feature Technology such as Custom Action Buttons, EQ Modes and more! 

What is the Bluetooth range of the PUSH 540 OPEN? 

  • You will be able to listen up to 30+ feet (10+ meters) away from your paired device, though your connection experience may vary based on your environment.  

Can I connect PUSH 540 OPEN to a computer? 

  • Yes, as well as to a phone, tablet, MP3 player, laptop, or anything else with a Bluetooth connection. 

Can I use PUSH 540 OPEN with a PS4/Xbox One/Switch? 

  • Xbox One: No    

  • Switch: Yes 

  • PS4: No 

Which version of Bluetooth does PUSH 540 OPEN use? 

  • Bluetooth® (v5.3) LE Audio 

Can I use Siri/Google Assistant/Alexa/iHeart etc. with my PUSH 540 OPEN? 

  • PUSH 540 OPEN uses activate assistant to activate your devices assistant, such as Siri/Google Assistant/Alexa/iHeart etc.   

Can I use PUSH 540 OPEN for sports or working out? 

  • Yes, PUSH 540 OPEN has a sweat and water-resistant rating of IP44. 

What happens if my earbuds break or are lost? 

  • If it is a manufacturer's defect; Skullcandy has you covered with a 1 Year Limited Warranty.  

 Where do I register my PUSH 540 OPEN ear buds? 

  • You can register your PUSH 540 OPEN product in the Skullcandy App for faster service in the event of loss or damage to your earbuds or the charging case.