BIG BLUE MINI
™
WIRELESS INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPEAKER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings and Cautions ........................................1
FCC Information .............................................6
Location of Parts and Controls ...............................8
Charging the Speaker.......................................10
Pairing Your Device .........................................11
Pairing Your Device with NFC ...............................12
Listening to Audio ..........................................13
Using Aux In................................................14
Reset ......................................................14
Care and Maintenance ......................................14
Specifications ..............................................15
Troubleshooting.............................................16
Warranty ...................................................20
CAUTION
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER.
THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTUR E.
The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within
an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
accompanying the unit.
(servicing) instructions in the literature
IMP ORTANT SAFETY IN STRUCTIONS
All of the safety and operating instructions should be read,
adhered to and followed before the unit is operated.
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SAFETY AN D HAN DLING I NFORMATION
For maximum product life, do not drop, throw, or crush the
speaker. Do not expose it to humidity, dust, or operating
temperatures outside 25°F to 120°F (-4°C to 49°C).
SAVE THES E I NSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:
1. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
2. Do not place or store unit where it can fall or be pulled
into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place in, drop or submerge in water or
other liquid.
4. Do not reach for a unit that has fallen into water.
Unplug it immediately.
5. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled onto the unit.
LITHIU M-ION BATTERY WARN INGS
This device contains a non-removable Lithium-Ion battery.
The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Contact your local waste management office for information
on battery recycling or disposal.
WARNING
1. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance/
product is used by or near children or mentally
disabled individuals.
2. Use this unit only for its intended use as described in
this manual.
3. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
4. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.
5. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plug outlets, convenience receptacles and
the point where it exits the unit.
6. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap cord loosely
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around the unit when storing.
7. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight
or heat sources such as radiators, electric heaters, heat
registers, stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that
produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo equipment
that radiates heat.
8. Never block the air openings of the unit with materials
such as clothing, plastic bags or papers, or place it on
a soft surface such as a bed or couch, where the air
openings may be blocked.
9. Do not overload the electrical outlet. Use only the power
source as indicated.
10. Do not carry this unit by its cord or use the cord
as a handle.
11. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged cord or plug,
if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped
or damaged, or dropped into water. If the unit’s power
supply cord or plug is damaged, do not attempt to fix it
yourself.
12. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble
or attempt to repair the unit. Incorrect repair can cause
risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the unit
is used.
13. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or
flammable fumes.
14. Never remove the plug from the outlet by pulling the
power cord.
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FCC INFORMATION
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 distance between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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.
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This equipment may not cause harmful interference.
2. This equipment must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void
the user’s authority to operate this device.
FCC ID: VL5-BIGBLUEMINI
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LOCATION OF PARTS AND C ONTROLS
1. LED Ring
2. Power/Pairing Button
3. Port Cover
4. NFC Sensor
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5. Volume - Button
6. Play/Pause Button
7. Volume + Button
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LOCATION OF PARTS AND C ONTROLS
8. Aux In Port (under cover)
9. Charging LED (under cover)
10. Micro USB In (under cover)
11. Micro USB Charging Cable
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CHARGING THE SPEAKE R
1. Lift the cover and insert the included MICRO USB
CHARGING CABLE into the MICRO USB IN PORT on the
speaker.
2. Plug the MICRO USB CHARGING CABLE'S USB
connection into your computer’s USB port.
3. The CHARGING LED INDICATOR is R ED while the
speaker is charging. When the speaker is fully charged,
the CHARG ING LED INDICATOR is GREEN. For first
time use, charge the speaker for at least 2 hours.
4. When the speaker's battery is low, the CHARGING LED
INDICATOR will flash RED.
PAIRING YOUR DEVICE
1. Prepare your device to pair using Bluetooth® technology,
making sure the device is within 33 feet of the speaker.
Refer to your device’s owners manual for details if
necessary.
2. Press the POWER/PAIRING BUTTON until the LE D
RING turns on and the power on tone sounds.
3. Press and hold the POWER/PAIRING BUTTON until the
LED RING starts flashing to put the speaker in pairing
mode.
4. Select “Big Blue Mini” on your device. If prompted,
use 0000 as a PIN for the pairing code. The speaker will
wait for a connection in pairing mode for up to 2 minutes.
5. When “Big Blue Mini” is selected, the LED RING
will be solid blue and the pairing successful tone will
sound to confirm pairing is complete.
Notes:
• To cancel the pairing mode, either press the POWE R/
PAIRI NG BUTTON, a tone will sound and the speaker will
turn off, or wait 2 minutes for the speaker to cancel pairing
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automatically. The LED RING will return to solid blue and
the unit will remain on.
• The LED RING will turn off 5 seconds after pairing.
Pressing any button will activate LE D RI NG for 5
seconds.
PAIRING YOUR DEVICE WITH NFC
1. Enable your device for NFC pairing. Refer to your
device’s owners manual for details if necessary.
2. Touch your device to the speaker's NFC SENSOR
Confirm the connection on your device.
LISTEN ING TO AU DIO
1. Press and hold the POWER/PAIRING BUTTON until the
LED RING turns on and the power on tone sounds.
2. The speaker will automatically remember the last paired
device. Depending on your device, “Big Blue Mini” may
need to be selected in your device’s menu.
3. Press the VOLUME + B UTTON to increase audio
volume.
4. Press the VOLUME - BUTTON to decrease audio
volume.
5. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to pause audio.
6. Press the PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON to play audio.
7. To turn the speaker off, press the POWER BUTTON. The
power off tone will sound.
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USING AUX IN
1. Plug one end of a 3.5mm-to-3.5mm cable (not
included) into your audio device, just like you would a pair
of headphones.
2. Lift the PORT COVER and plug the other end of the
cable into the unit's AUX IN port.
3. Use your audio device to control music playback.
4. Use your audio device and the speaker to control volume.
Note: If a device is currently paired with Bluetooth®, the wired
device takes precedence over a Bluetooth® device connection.
RESET
Press and hold the VOLUM E + BUTTON and VOLUME BUTTON for 5 seconds to perform a reset. The speaker will
reset and power off.
CARE AND MAINTE NANCE
Big Blue Mini is water resistant. Do not submerge in water.
To clean, wipe the speaker with a soft, dry cloth.
SPECI FICATIONS
Power Supply ......................................... 5V, 1A
Power Output ............................................ .5W
Range ............................. Class 2, up to 33 ft (10 m)
Speaker ................................... 1.5" Full Range (1)
Frequency Response .......................... 150Hz~18KHz
Compatibility ...................... Bluetooth 2.0 or above with
A2DP/AVRCP
Li-ion Rechargeable Battery.................... 3.7V, 1150mAh
Battery Life................................... Approx. 4 hours
Charging Time................................. Approx. 2 hours
Weight .................................... Approx. 160 grams
Dimensions.................................. 3"(dia) x 2.36"(h)
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brookstone is under license.
© Brookstone 2015
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
ISSUE SOLUTION
Bluetooth®
disconnection.
Audio is
not clear.
Speaker does
not play audio.
Ensure your device is within 33 feet of
the speaker and reconnect your device
to "Big Blue Mini."
Power the speaker off and then back on.
Adjust your device’s equalizer.
Check the speaker or your device’s
volume level.
Make sure the speaker is charged.
Power the speaker off and then
back on.
Confirm device is paired to speaker,
see page 11 for pairing instructions.
TROUBLE SHOOTING (CONTINUED)
ISSUE SOLUTION
Can not pair
with NFC.
Confirm your device has NFC
capability by referring to your
device’s owners manual.
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NOTES
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NOTES
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Big Blue Audio LLC warrants this product against defects in materials and/
or workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the
date of purchase by the original purchaser (“Warranty Period”). If a defect
arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option,
Big Blue Audio will either 1) repair the defect at no charge, using new
or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product with a new
product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or
3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product.
A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in
accordance with instructions provided by Big Blue Audio, assumes the remaining
warranty of the original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any
replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes Big Blue
Audio’s property. When a store credit is given, the original product must be returned
to Big Blue Audio and becomes Big Blue Audio’s property.
Obtaining Service: To obtain warranty service, call Big Blue Audio Limited Warranty
Service at 866-577-8955. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs
service and the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and
replacements must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and
response times will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery
of the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per
our instructions.
Limits and Exclusions: Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the
United States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories
of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only
to products manufactured for Big Blue Audio that can be identified by the “Big Blue
Audio” trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited
Warranty does not apply to any non-Big Blue Audio products. Manufacturers or
suppliers other than Big Blue Audio may provide their own warranties to the purchaser,
but Big Blue Audio, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products “as is.”
This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions
relating to product’s use or the installation of components; b) damage caused
by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c)
damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of
Big Blue Audio; d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a
product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items
intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the
product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold “as
is” including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items;
or h) a product that is used commercially or for a commercial purpose.
BIG BLU E AUDIO SHALL NOT B E LIABLE FOR INCIDE NTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESU LTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
TO THE EXTENT PE RMITTE D BY APPLICABLE LAW, BIG BLU E AUDIO
DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIE D WARRANTI ES,
INCLUDING, W ITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF M ERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST
HIDDEN OR LATENT DE FECTS. IF BIG BLUE AUDIO CANNOT LAWFULLY
DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IM PLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT
PERM ITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTI ES SHALL B E LIM ITED IN
DURATION TO THE DU RATION OF TH IS EXPRESS WARRANTY.
Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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