It provides both an easy way to carry the speaker system as well as a stand to support the speaker system when placed on a flat surface. Prop the speaker system on its adjustable handle The adjustable handle doubles as a stand. Rotate the handle to its rearmost position. Simply grasp and swing the handle backward from either the pack position or carry position. Lift the speaker system handle for carry Rotate the handle to its top position. Simply grasp and swing the handle backward from the pack