Brookstone BIG Blue Party User Manual

Big Blue Party

INDOOR OUTDOOR SPEAKER

™

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings and Cautions.......................................................1

Location of Parts and Controls...............................................6

Charging the Speaker.......................................................8

Pairing Your Device .........................................................8

Pairing Your Device with NFC ...............................................9

Using Big Blue Party After Pairing ...........................................9

Adjusting Volume ..........................................................10

Adjusting Bass.............................................................10

Adjusting Treble............................................................10

Using Aux In...............................................................11

LED Ring and Handle LEDs On/Off ........................................11

Battery Level ..............................................................12

Compatibility...............................................................12

Care and Storage ..........................................................12

Troubleshooting ............................................................13

Specifications..............................................................14

Warranty ..................................................................16

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 MOISTURE.

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
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating instructions should be read, heeded, adhered to and
followed before the unit is operated.

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SAFETY AND HANDLING INFOR MATION

For maximum product life, do not drop, throw or crush the speaker. Do not expose it
to humidity, dust, or operating temperatures outside 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C).

SAVE THESE IN STRUCTIONS!

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.

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. Ensure this unit is completely dry before charging.

4. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

5. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.

6. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug

outlets, convenience receptacles and the point where it exits the unit.

7. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap cord loosely around the unit
when storing.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. Do not overload the electrical outlet. Use the power source only as indicated.

11. Do not carry this unit by its cord or use the cord as a handle.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.

15. 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.

RSS INFORMATION

This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules; Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Cet appareil est conforme à la norme RSS-210 de la règlementation d'Industrie
Canada; son utilisation est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil
ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter
tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

LI-ION BATTERY WARNING S

This device contains a 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.

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LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS (FRONT AND TOP)

1. NFC Sensor

2. Volume Mode LED Indicator

3. Bass Mode LED Indicator

4. Bass/Volume/Treble Level - Button

5. Mode Button

6. Bass/Volume/Treble Level + Button

7. Bass/Volume/Treble/Battery Level

LED Indicators

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8. Treble Mode LED Indicator

9. Handle LED (2)

10. Charging LED Indicator

11. Power/Pairing Button

12. LED Ring

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LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS (BACK AND BOTTOM)

13. Lights On/Off button

14. Rubber Cover

15. DC In Power Port (behind Rubber Cover)

16. Battery Level Button

17. Aux In Port (behind Rubber Cover)

18. Adapter (not shown)

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CHARGING THE SPEAKER

1. Lift the RUBBER COVER and connect the ADAPTER’s jack to the DC IN
POWER PORT on the Big Blue Party.

2. Plug the ADAPTER into an electrical outlet.

3. The CHARGING LED INDICATOR is RED while the speaker is charging.
When the speaker is fully charged, the CHARGING LED INDICATOR turns off.
For first time use, charge the speaker for at least 5 hours.

4. When speaker's battery is low, the CHARGING LED INDICATOR
will flash RED.

Note: To cancel the pairing mode press the POWER/PAIRING button to
power the unit off, or wait the 120 seconds for Big Blue Party to cancel
pairing automatically. The LED RING will return to solid blue, and the unit will
remain on.

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 Big Blue's NFC SENSOR (indicated by a small circle

located on the top of the speaker). Confirm the connection on your device.

PAIRING YOUR DEVICE

1. Prepare your device to pair using Bluetooth®, making sure you are within
33 feet of Big Blue Party. Refer to your device’s owner’s manual for details if
necessary.

2. Press the POWER/PAIRING button on the main unit to turn on the Big Blue
Party until the LED RING illuminates solid and a tone sounds.

3. Press and hold the Power/Pairing button on the main unit until the LED
RING starts pulsing.

4. The Big Blue Party is in pairing mode when the LED RING is pulsing. Big Blue
Party will wait for a connection in pairing mode for up to 120 seconds.

5. Once Big Blue Party is in pairing mode and your device is ready to pair, select
“Big Blue Party.” If prompted, use 0000 as a PIN for the pairing code.

6. Once Big Blue Party is selected, the LED RING will change to solid blue and a

tone will sound to confirm pairing is complete.

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USING BIG BLUE PARTY AFTER PAIRING

1. Press the POWER/PAIRING button to turn on the Big Blue Party until the
LED RING illuminates solid and a tone sounds.

2. Big Blue Party should automatically remember your device. Depending upon
your device, you may have to select “Big Blue Party” in your device’s menu.

3. To turn Big Blue Party off, press the POWER/PAIRING button.

Note: When Big Blue Party is powered on, pressing any button will
activate the function LEDs, LED RING, AND HANDLE LEDs for 5 seconds.

After 5 seconds has passed, the function LEDs turn off and the LED RING

and HANDLE LEDs remain on at a low brightness level.

Note: If there is no Bluetooth connection to Big Blue Party, the speaker will
auto power off after 3 hours to preserve battery life when it is not charging or
using AUX IN.

ADJUSTING VOLUME

1. Press the MODE button until the VOLUME MODE LED INDICATOR
illuminates.

2. Press the + button to increase the Volume.

3. Press the — button to decrease the Volume.

4. The VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR LEDs will indicate that the Volume level is
adjusting.

BLUETOOTH DEVICE SETTINGS

Many Bluetooth Streaming Devices have their own EQ sound settings. To optimize
your Big Blue Media Party listening experience, adjust the EQ settings on your
Bluetooth Streaming Device. Consult your device’s user manual.

ADJUSTING BASS

1. Press the MODE button until the BASS MODE LED INDICATOR illuminates.

2. Press the + button to increase the Bass.

3. Press the — button to decrease the Bass.

4. The BASS LEVEL INDICATOR LEDs will indicate that the Bass level is
adjusting.

ADJUSTING TREBLE

1. Press the MODE button until the TREBLE MODE LED INDICATOR illuminates.

2. Press the + button to increase the Treble.

3. Press the — button to decrease the Treble.

4. The TREBLE LEVEL INDICATOR LEDs will indicate that the Treble level is
adjusting.

USING AUX I N

Connect your audio device to the speaker with a 3.5mm-to-3.5mm cable (not
included).

1. Plug one end of the cable into your audio device, just like you would a pair of
headphones.

2. Lift the RUBBER COVER and plug the other end of the cable into the 3.5mm

port labeled AUX IN on the Big Blue Party.

3. Use your audio device to control music playback and volume through Big Blue
Party.

Note: The AUX IN function takes precedence over the Bluetooth® connection.

LED RING AND HANDLE LEDs ON/OFF

To control the LED RING and HANDLE LEDs, press the LIGHTS ON/OFF BUTTON

on the bottom of the Big Blue Party.

Note: When the LED RING and HANDLE LEDs are off, pressing any button
will activate the function LEDs for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds has passed,
the function LEDs turn off.

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BATTERY LEVEL

Press the BATTERY LEVEL BUTTON. The BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR LEDs will
flash several times to indicate the battery level.

COMPATIBILITY

Bluetooth 2.1 or above device with A2DP and AVRCP.

CARE AND STORAGE

Warning: this product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent injury, store it out of
direct sunlight.

Clean the speaker with a soft, dry cloth.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ISSUE SOLUTION

Bluetooth
disconnection.

Sound is not clear

or there is no sound
at all.

Music won’t play
on the speaker.

Ensure your device is within 33 feet of Big Blue Party and
reconnect your device to Big Blue Party.

Restart Big Blue Party by powering off and then on.

Adjust your device’s equalizer.

Check Big Blue Party or your device’s volume level.

Make sure Big Blue Party is fully charged.

Confirm device is paired to Big Blue Party.

Note: Big Blue Party remembers the last device paired.
If you would like to use another device, pair that device
manually. Please refer to page 8 for pairing instructions.

Press and hold the LIGHTS ON/OFF button for 10
seconds to perform a hard shut down. Power on Big Blue
Party and pair your device. Please refer to page 8 for
pairing instructions.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply.................................. 18V 3.5A

Rechargeable Battery .......................... 11.1V 4400mAh (48.8Wh)

Battery Life.................................... Approx. 4.5 hours

Total Power Output............................. 72 Watts (18W per Channel;

36W per subwoofer)

Range......................................... Class 2, up to 33 ft (10 m)

Compatibility................................... Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP and

AVRCP

Frequency Response........................... 40Hz - 20kHz

Drivers ........................................ 4 x 2.5" Mid-range driver +

1 x 5" x 7" Passive Radiator +
1 x 5.5" Subwoofer

Water Resistance .............................. Splash Resistant

Product Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 lbs (approximately)

Product Dimensions (with handle) ................ 6.3"w x 6.3"d x 15.8"h

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ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Brookstone® 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, Brookstone 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 Brookstone, 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 Brookstone’s property. When a store
credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes
Brookstone’s property.

Obtaining Service: To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service at
1-800-292-9819. 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 Brookstone that can be identified by the “Brookstone”
trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited
Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or
suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser,

but Brookstone, 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 Brookstone;
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.

BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING
OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND
WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE
CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS 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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