Vivitar BS-KI48 - Bluetooth Speaker Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Vivitar® BS-KI48 Bluetooth® Speaker.
With this speaker, you will enjoy listening to high quality music wirelessly using Bluetooth® technology. Easily connect to any mobile device for both conversation and music listening. It also pairs with other Bluetooth-enabled devices (Bluetooth V4.2+EDR specification and HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP profiles).
Specifications
- Bluetooth Specification: V4.2
- Operation Frequency: 2.402-2.48GHz
- Supported Profile: HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP
- Operation Range: Up to 33 feet(10 meters)
- Play Time: About 6 hours
- Battery Type: 400mAh, 3.7V, Polymer Lithium Ion Battery
- Charge Time: About 2 Hours
In the Box
- BS-KI48 Bluetooth® Speaker
- USB Charging Cable
- User Manual
Safety Precautions
- Please read this User Manual carefully and follow all instructions.
- To avoid damage or malfunction of the speaker do not drop it from high locations and/or on to hard surfaces, do not place heavy objects on it.
- Keep speaker away from humidity, water and other liquids. If it does get wet, do not operate as this may cause an electrical shock, explosion and damage to the device or to the user.
- Do not place or keep this product near heat sources, such as direct sunlight, radiators, stoves or any other apparatus that produces heat. This may cause an explosion, degrade the performance and/or reduce battery life.
- Do not modify, repair or disassemble device (especially the battery). Doing so will void the warranty. The battery in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burns if misused or tampered with.
- Use only supplied and manufacturer-approved chargers and unplug this device when not in use for long periods of time or during lightning storms.
Location of Controls
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- Microphone
- Power/ Play/Pause/Answer
- Indicator LED/Siri
- Charging Port
- Auxiliary Port
First Time Use
Charging the Battery
The BS-KI48 Speaker has a built-in, rechargeable lithium-polymer battery. To avoid damage, do not attempt to remove the battery. The full performance of the battery is achieved after two or three charging-discharging cycles. Charge the battery fully before first use.
- Connect the USB cable to the speaker.
- Connect to the correct outlet (wall, computer).
- When the charger is connected to the speaker, the red indicator light will turn on.
Note: Charging the battery fully may take up to 2 hours. - When the battery is fully charged, the red indicator light will turn off. Disconnect the charger from the speaker and the outlet. The speaker is ready for use.
Note: Overcharging could reduce the life of the battery. A charged battery will lose its capacity if it is not used on a regular basis.
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Ensure that the battery is fully charged if the speaker is not used for a long period of time. To avoid a complete discharge of the battery, charge the speaker at least every 6 months.
Battery Notes
- When the battery power is low, the speaker will beep every 30 seconds.
Pairing with your Phone
- Place the speaker in close range of a Bluetooth®enabled mobile phone.
- Press and hold POWER button for 3 seconds. Until indicator lights flash blue and red.
- Set your mobile phone to pairing mode (as explained in operating instructions for your phone) and search for Bluetooth® devices.
- Select "Viv speaker" from the list shown on your phone.
- If requested, enter the PIN code "0000" and confirm the entry. Once the pairing is successful, the BS-KI48 connects to your phone automatically before switching to standby mode. The indicator will flicker Blue.
Note: If pairing is not completed within 10 minutes, the speaker will turn off. If this happens, repeat the pairing steps above.
General Operation
Turning ON/OFF
- Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to turn the speaker ON. If pairing was successful (instructions above), the speaker will remain paired to your mobile device.
- Press and hold the POWER button for 5 seconds to turn the speaker OFF.
Note: The speaker will turn OFF automatically when not connected to a mobile device for approximately 10 minutes.
Music Playback
- Play/Pause button: Press to play or pause music playback.
Using the Phone Function
- Last Number Re-dial: Press the ANSWER button twice to re-dial the last number called.
- Answering a Call: Short press the ANSWER button to answer an incoming call.
- Reject an Incoming Call: Press and hold the ANSWER button for 2 seconds to reject an incoming call.
- Ending a Call: Short Press the ANSWER button to end a call.
Siri/ Google assistant
- Quickly tap the button twice to activate Siri or google assistant.
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- You can also use the included 3.5mm Auxiliary Cable to connect audio devices through the AUX In port on your speaker.
FCC Statement
This device complies with the part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
EC Declaration of Conformity
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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