EKids FR-553, DG-553, JJ-553, DE-553 - Bluetooth MP3 Karaoke Manual

Getting Started

There are three ways to listen to music with this unit:

• In USB Mode you can connect a flash drive to the unit and listen to your stored songs.
• In MP3 Mode you can transfer music from your computer to the unit via the micro USB Data Transfer port. The music will save to internal memory and you can listen to it directly from the unit itself.
• In Bluetooth Mode you can stream music from your smartphone or other Bluetooth device.

Note: When using USB Mode or Internal Memory Mode, this unit is compatible with.mp3 and.wav files ONLY.
This unit ships in Demo Mode for in-store demonstration purposes. Slide the Mode Switch to USB, MP3, or Bluetooth Mode to exit Demo Mode.

Charging The Unit

1. Connect the included micro USB cord to the micro USB charging port on the back of the unit.
2. Connect the standard USB plug end of the cord to a power USB port on a computer or other USB charging device. For first time use, charge unit for about 5 hours.
   

Using USB Mode

Make sure the Mode Switch is set to USB.

• When the unit is OFF, connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on the back of the unit.
• Press and hold the Power Button to turn the unit ON. The "USB" icon will show on the top left of the display.
• When a USB drive is detected, the number of files on the USB drive will appear on the LCD display.
• Press Play, then use the "Forward" and "Reverse" buttons to advance through the numbers of files on the USB drive.
• Pressing "Play" will change the display to show a countdown time of the selected song file. After pressing "Play", the automatic play-all function will activate, and songs will play in the order they were stored. Press again to pause.
  
  
  

USING THE MICROPHONE

• Connect the microphone to the Mic Jack on the back of the unit.
• Press the Microphone ON/OFF button on the front of the unit.
• Control mic volume using the rotary dial on the back of the unit.
  

Using MP3 Mode

Make sure the Mode Switch is set to MP3 Mode and your USB flash drive is disconnected from the unit.
Storing Songs:

• Turn the unit ON, connect the micro USB cord to the Data Transfer port on the back of the unit. Connect the other end to a USB port on your computer.
• The unit should show up on your PC or Mac as a 'drive' or 'device'.
• Locate your music files on your PC or Mac (typically in the 'My Music' folder). Note: on some computers, your music files may be located elsewhere. Check your user manual for details.
• Select your desired songs (.mp3 and.wav files are compatible) and drag them onto the connected drive. When you are finished transferring files, 'eject' the device from your computer and disconnect the USB from the unit.

Playing Songs:

• The LCD display on the unit will show the number of songs stored. (ex: 100 songs would appear as "01:00").
• Use the "Foward" and "Reverse" buttons to advance through the numbers of files stored on the unit.
• After pressing "Play", the automatic play-all function will activate, and songs will play in the order they were stored.

Using Play/Pause/Shuffle

Press and hold to shuffle songs while playing music in USB Mode or MP3 Mode. 'SHU on' will flash on the display. Press and hold to disable shuffle. 'SHU off' will flash on the display.

Converting Files to MP3

iTunes music files are saved by default in.m4a format, and must be converted to.mp3 format to play on the unit in MP3 mode. Check the Help section in iTunes (or other music software program) to learn how to convert to.mp3 format.

Using Bluetooth Mode

• Select the "Bluetooth" position on the Mode Switch. The Bluetooth Mode icon will appear and 'bt' will flash on the LCD display while in pairing mode. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it "discoverable" by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or Settings).
• "BT-553" should appear in your device's Bluetooth menu. If "Not Connected" or a similar message appears, select "BT-553" to connect it.
• A voice prompt will confirm once your device is paired. Put your Bluetooth device in play mode to begin streaming music.
• Use the "Forward" "Reverse" and "Play/Pause" buttons on the unit to navigate tracks.
• Pairing automatically occurs in Bluetooth mode. Press the Bluetooth Pairing button on the back of the unit to re-pair.

Troubleshooting

If the unit does not respond:

• Make sure unit is completely charged.
• Use the extended wire of a paperclip or other thin tool to press in the Reset Button.
• To re-pair your device, press the Bluetooth Pairing Button on the back of the unit.

Note: The rechargeable battery can be replaced only by eKids Consumer Repair Department.

Maintenance

• It is important to keep the unit as dry and clean as possible. You may clean the cabinet with a cloth or sponge moistened with mild soap and water. Do not attempt to use strong cleansers or solvents, as they may cause damage.
• Battery chargers used with the toy are to be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts, and in the event of such damage, they must not be used until the damage has been repaired.

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