LIDL US SKBL56A1 Users manual
SKBL 56 A1
Introduction ............................................2
Information about these operating instructions .......................... 2
Copyright ...................................................... 2
Notes on trademarks ............................................. 2
Intended use .................................................... 2
Function of the buttons for music playback ...........................10
Telephone functions .............................................10
AUX IN mode ..................................................11
Automatic switch-off .............................................12
Troubleshooting ...................................... 12
Warnings used .................................................. 3
Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Safety ................................................3
Basic safety instructions ...........................................3
Description of components ...............................5
Use ...................................................5
Unpacking ..................................................... 5
Check package contents ..........................................5
Disposal of the packaging ......................................... 6
Charging the speaker ............................................. 6
Storage when not in use ............................... 13
Disposal ............................................. 14
Appendix ............................................ 14
Technical data ................................................. 14
FCC Compliance Statement ....................................... 15
Warranty ............................................ 16
Distributor ........................................... 17
Handling and use .......................................7
Switching the speakers on/off ...................................... 7
Operating the speakers in mono mode ............................... 7
Operating the speakers in stereo mode ............................... 9
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Introduction
Information about these operating instructions
Congratulations on the purchase of your new device.
You have selected a high-quality product. The operating instructions are part of
this product. They contain important information about safety, use and disposal.
Before using the product, please familiarize yourself with all operating and safety
instructions. Use the product only as described and for the range of applications
specified. Keep these operating instructions as a reference and store them near
the product. Please pass on all documentation incl. these operating instructions
to any future owner(s), if you sell this product or give it away.
Copyright
This documentation is protected by copyright.
Any copying or reproduction, including in the form of extracts, or any reproduction
of images (even in a modified state), is permitted only with the written authorization of the manufacturer.
Notes on trademarks
USB® is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.
®
The Bluetooth
logotype and Bluetooth® logo are registered trademarks
of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. (Special Interest Group). Any use of the trademarks by
Kompernaß Handels GmbH is made under the provision of a licence.
The SilverCrest trademark and the retail name are the property of their respective
owner.
All other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owner.
Intended use
This consumer electronics device is used to play back audio files which can be
transferred via Bluetooth® or 3.5-mm (0.14") jack cable. You can use the
speaker as a hands-free kit to take calls using the integrated microphone if there
is an existing Bluetooth
purpose, nor for use beyond the scope described.
®
connection. The device is not intended for any other
The device is not intended for use in commercial or industrial environments. The
manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by failure to observe
these instructions, improper use or repairs, unauthorized modifications, or the use
of unapproved replacement parts. The risk shall be borne solely by the user.
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Warnings used
The following warning types are used in these operating instructions:
► WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Terminology
As used in this instruction manual in general and with regard to safety information and warnings, the following words are assumed to mean:
■ May: This word is understood to be permissive.
■ Shall: This word is understood to be mandatory.
■ Should: This word is understood to be advisory.
► CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
► NOTICE indicates information, which is considered important, but not
hazardous (e. g. messages related to property damage).
A "Tip" indicates additional information that will assist you in using the device.
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This section contains important safety instructions for using the device. This device
complies with statutory safety regulations. Improper use may result in personal
injury and property damage.
Basic safety instructions
To ensure safe operation of the device, follow the safety guidelines set out below:
■ Check the device for visible external damage before use. Do not operate a
device that has been damaged or dropped.
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Safety
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■
Risk of suffocation!
Do not allow children to play with the packaging material! Keep all packaging
materials away from children.
This product contains small parts that could be swallowed (removable
rubber feet). Keep it out of the hands of children.
■ This device may be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons
with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, provided that they are under supervision or have been told how
to use the device safely and are aware of the potential risks. Children must not
play with the device. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be carried out by
children unless they are supervised.
■ If the charger cable or connections are damaged, have them replaced by an
authorized specialist or the customer service department.
■ Protect the charger cable from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
■ Ensure that the charger cable is not stretched too much or kinked.
■ Always place the device on a stable and level surface. It can be damaged if
dropped.
■ Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or high temperatures. Otherwise,
it may overheat and be irreparably damaged.
■ The device is not designed for use in rooms with high temperatures or humidity
(e.g. bathrooms) or where there is excessive dust.
■
Do not operate the device close to open flames (e.g.
candles) and do not place burning candles on or next to the device. This will
help prevent fires.
■ The device may heat up while it is charging. Place the speaker in a well-venti-
lated location during the charging process and do not cover it.
■ Protect the device from penetration by moisture and liquids. Never submerge
the device in water or place objects filled with liquids (e.g. vases) next to the
device.
■ Turn the device off immediately and disconnect any connected cables from
the device if you hear any unusual noises, smell fumes, or notice any smoke.
Have the device checked by a qualified specialist before using it again.
■ All repairs must be carried out by authorized service centers or by the
customer service department. Improper repairs may put the user at risk. It will
also invalidate any warranty claims. This device shall not be opened by the user.
■ The device has an integrated lithium-ion battery. Mishandling the lithium-ion
batteries can cause fires, explosions, leakage of dangerous chemicals, or
other hazards! Do not throw the device into an open fire.
■ Do not make any unauthorized modifications or alterations to the device.
This device may not be opened by the user.
■ Comply with all restrictions or prohibitions on use for battery-powered devices in
locations with specific hazard risks, e.g. gas stations, airplanes, hospitals, etc.
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Description of components
(See fold-out page for illustrations)
Figure A:
button
button
button
3.5-mm (0.14") jack (AUX IN)
Micro-USB charging socket (POWER INPUT)
Rubber foot
Microphone
Operating/charging LED
Figure B:
Charging cable (USB to micro-USB)
3.5-mm (0.14") jack cable
Operating instructions (symbol image)
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Use
Unpacking
♦ Remove all parts and the operating instructions from the box.
♦ Remove all packaging material.
Check package contents
(See fold-out page for illustrations)
The product includes the following components:
®
▯ 2 x True Wireless Stereo Bluetooth
▯ 2 x charging cables (USB to micro-USB)
▯ 3.5-mm (0.14”) jack cable (3.5 mm to 3.5 mm)
▯ These operating instructions
Speaker Set SKBL 56 A1
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Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage. If the delivery is incomplete or damage has occurred as a result of defective packaging
or during transport, contact the service hotline (see Warranty section).
Disposal of the packaging
The packaging protects the device from damage during transport. The packaging
materials have been selected for their environmental friendliness and ease of
disposal and are therefore recyclable.
Returning the packaging to the material cycle conserves raw materials
and reduces the amount of waste that is generated. Dispose of
packaging materials that are no longer needed in accordance with
applicable local regulations.
Charging the speaker
► Charge the speakers only in dry interior spaces.
Before using the speakers, the integrated batteries must be completely charged.
♦ Make sure that the speakers are turned off. If a device is turned on, the
operating/charging LED
approx. 2 seconds to turn off a device.
♦ Connect the USB plugs on the charger cables
power supply.
♦ Connect the micro-USB plugs on the charger cables
charging sockets (POWER INPUT)
lights up. Press the button for
to a PC or to a USB
to the micro-USB
on the speakers.
If possible, keep the original device packaging for the entire duration of the
warranty period so that the device can be packaged properly for return
shipment in the event of a warranty claim.
The operating/charging LED lights up orange during recharging.
When the battery is fully charged, the charging LED turns off.
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button for about 2 seconds to turn one
will turn off.
Charging takes about 3 hours at a charging current of 500 mA. When the
battery is fully charged, you can play back music for about 4 hours at a me-
♦ Press and hold the
speaker off and deactivate the Bluetooth® function. You will hear a
beep. The operating/charging LED
dium volume. The playback time may vary depending on usage (volume).
When the battery is empty, you will hear two beeps at intervals of just a few
seconds, and the operating/charging LED
will flash orange twice every 15
seconds. The device then turns off automatically.
Handling and use
This section provides important information on handling and using the device.
Switching the speakers on/off
♦ Press and hold the button for about 2 seconds to turn a speaker
on and activate the Bluetooth® function. You will hear a beep and the
operating/charging LED
will flash orange und blue.
If the two speakers are coupled with each other via Bluetooth®, then both
speakers will turn off as soon as you turn off one speaker.
Operating the speakers in mono mode
Upon delivery, the default preset of the speakers is in mono mode. This means
you can pair each speaker with a playback device. Before you can use the
speakers, you must pair them with a compatible Bluetooth
♦ Make sure that the speakers are turned off and the Bluetooth
turned on.
♦ Set the Bluetooth
®
device so that it scans for other Bluetooth® devices.
A detailed description of how to do this can be found in the operating
®
device.
®
device is
instructions for your Bluetooth® device.
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♦ Press and hold the
on and activate the Bluetooth® function. You will hear a beep and the
operating/charging LED
button for about 2 seconds to turn a speaker
will flash orange und blue.
The next time you turn on the speakers, they will connect automatically to the
most recently connected Bluetooth® device. If your Bluetooth® device
does not automatically reconnect, you will have to re-establish the connection
Make sure that the speakers are no more than 32 ft from the Bluetooth®
device and each other. Make sure that there are no barriers or electronic
devices placed between them.
♦ Select SKBL 56 A1 from the list of found devices on your Bluetooth
device to pair the two devices. You will hear a short beep when the connection has been established successfully. The operating/charging LED
will
flash twice in 3 second intervals.
♦ If you want to operate the second speaker in mono mode with a different
Bluetooth
®
playback device, carry out the process described above with
®
manually. A detailed description of how to do this can be found in the operating instructions for your Bluetooth® device.
®
If you want to connect the speaker to another Bluetooth
device, you must
first unpair the current Bluetooth® device. To do this, hold down the
button and the button (
2 seconds until you hear a beep. Alternatively, you can terminate the connection on your Bluetooth
®
device. In this case, you will also hear a beep.
of the affected speaker for about
)
the second speaker. Make sure you do not turn on the second speaker until
you have paired the first speaker with a Bluetooth® playback device.
You can now use the speaker wirelessly to listen to your favourite tunes.
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Operating the speakers in stereo mode
You can also operate both speakers at the same time from the same Bluetooth®
device. In this case, each speaker will play back one audio channel.
♦ Make sure that the speakers are turned off and the Bluetooth
turned on.
♦ Set the Bluetooth
®
device so that it scans for other Bluetooth® devices.
A detailed description of how to do this can be found in the operating
instructions for your Bluetooth® device.
♦ Press and hold the
button for about 2 seconds to turn a speaker
on and activate the Bluetooth® function. You will hear a beep and the
operating/charging LED
will flash orange und blue. If the speaker con-
®
device is
♦ Repeat the process with the second speaker. Wait a moment. If the speakers
do not automatically pair with each other, place one of the speakers manually into pairing mode. To do this, hold down the
button and the
button ( ) of the affected speaker for about 2 seconds until
you hear a higher-pitched beep. Wait a moment. As soon as the two speakers automatically pair with each other, the operating/charging LEDs
of
both speakers will light up blue. You will hear a beep.
♦ Select SKBL 56 A1 from the list of found devices on your Bluetooth
®
device to pair it to a speaker. You will hear a short beep when the connection has been established successfully. The operating/charging LED
on
the connected speaker will also permanently light up orange. This speaker
will output the left stereo channel.
nects automatically to an already paired Bluetooth® playback device,
then terminate this connection. To do this, hold down the
and the
button ( )of the affected speaker for about 2 seconds
button
until you hear a beep.
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Button Function
The next time you turn on the speakers, they will connect automatically to each
other. To unpair the speakers, proceed as follows.
®
If you want to connect the speaker to another Bluetooth
device, you must
first unpair the current Bluetooth® device. To do this, hold down the
button and the button ( ) of the affected speaker for
about 2 seconds until you hear a beep. Alternatively, you can terminate the
connection on your Bluetooth
®
device. In this case, you will also hear
a beep.
Function of the buttons for music playback
Button Function
► Press briefly to play/pause the music.
► Press and hold until you hear a beep to turn the speaker
on or off. The device must be paired with your
Bluetooth® device again before you can reuse it.
/
/
&
/
( )
Telephone functions
► Press briefly to increase the volume. When you reach the
maximum volume, you will hear a brief tone.
► Press and hold for approx. 2 seconds to jump to the next
track.
► Press briefly to decrease the volume. When you reach the
minimum volume (mute), you will hear a short beep.
► Press and hold for 2 seconds to jump back to beginning of
the current track. Within 2 seconds, press and hold again
for 2 seconds to jump to the previous track.
► Press and hold both buttons at the same time for about
2 seconds to activate or deactivate the Bluetooth
®
connection. When the Bluetooth® function is activated,
the two speakers connect automatically (
).
■ If you use a smartphone as your Bluetooth® playback device, the audio
playback will be paused when there is an incoming call.
■ Acceptance/termination of the call can be carried out via the smartphone
or the speaker. The sound is played on the device speaker.
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■ Speak into the device microphone to make your call.
■ You can switch the audio source at any time via your smartphone. To do so,
please follow the operating manual of your smartphone.
■ After finishing the call, the playback of the audio file will be continued auto-
matically.
Functions of the buttons
Depending on the smartphone used, not all functions described will be
available.
Function
button
Accept call Press once (for incoming call).
End call Press once (during call).
Reject call
Call last-dialled
number
Press and hold for approx. 2 seconds (for incoming
calls).
Press 2 times
AUX IN mode
You can also listen to music from an audio device connected via a 3.5mm (0.14")
jack cable
Bluetooth connection is terminated.
♦ Make sure that both speakers are turned off.
♦ Press and hold the
♦ Use a 3.5 (0.14") mm jack cable
♦ Start playback on the audio device and set the volume to a moderate level.
♦ Then set the desired volume using the
♦ Press the
. Stereo operation is not possible in AUX IN mode. An existing
button for about 2 seconds to turn a speaker
on. You will hear a beep and the operating/charging LED
orange und blue.
to connect the audio device to the
3.5 mm (0.14") jack socket (AUX IN)
of the speaker.
button or the button
on the speaker.
button if you want to mute the speaker.
will flash
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Troubleshooting
If you connect a 3.5 mm (0.14") jack cable to one of the speakers during
Bluetooth® operation, the speaker will automatically switch to playback
from the connected device.
Automatic switch-off
If the 3.5-mm (0.14") jack socket is not in use or their is no playback via
Bluetooth®, the speakers automatically switch off after about 10 minutes.
The operating/charging LED
will go out and you will hear a beep.
Any existing Bluetooth® connection will be terminated.
♦ Press and hold the
button for about 4 seconds to turn a speaker
back on.
The automatic turn-off function does not work while the speakers are charging.
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If you cannot pair the speakers to a compatible Bluetooth® music device,
proceed as follows:
♦ Make sure that the Bluetooth
®
function is activated on the music device.
When a device is connected via a 3.5-mm (0.14") jack cable, the
Bluetooth® function is deactivated.
♦ Ensure that the speaker is turned on.
♦ If you use several music devices, ensure that any previous connection is
disconnected (see section Function of the buttons for music playback).
There may be a previously paired device within range.
♦ Make sure that the speakers are no more than 32 ft from the Bluetooth
device and each other. Make sure that there are no barriers or electronic
devices placed between them.
®
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