MD-SPBT01
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Bluetooth Speaker
Modal MD-SPBT01 Bluetooth
Speaker
Contents
Introduction ...................................................................... 2
Features............................................................................... 3
Setting up your speaker................................................ 8
Using your speaker ......................................................... 8
Troubleshooting ............................................................11
Specifications..................................................................12
Legal notices ...................................................................12
One-Year Limited Warranty........................................14
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Modal product.
Your MD-SPBT01 represents the state of the art in Bluetooth speaker
design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
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Features
• Compatible with most MP3 players, computers, mobile phones, and
tablets.
• Pairs and plays in seconds using a Bluetooth wireless connection. Up to
33' range offers flexible use.
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 5 hours of
battery life.
• Battery level monitor shows the battery level on your Apple/ iOS devices
(currently this feature is not available on Android devices).
• Lightweight design offers easy portability.
• 3.5 mm line input provides a simple input connection.
•Bluetooth profile: A2DP, HFP
Package contents
• Bluetooth speaker
• USB charging cable
• Quick Setup Guide
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Back view
# Item Description
In power-on state, press and hold the button for more than two
seconds to enter into pairing mode. The LED alternates blinking
red and white.
Multi-function
1
button ( )
(volume up)
2
3
4
5
(volume down)
(power) button
USB port Plug the USB cable into this port.
AUX IN jack
• When the phone rings, quickly press the multi-function ( )
button to answer the phone call.
• To end a call, press the multi-function ( ) button twice.
Note: For Android users: make sure that the “Phone Audio” function is active in the
Bluetooth settings. For more information see “Pairing your speaker with a Bluetooth
device (Android, iOS, and PC)” on page 9.
Press + or – to increase or decrease the volume.
• Slide the switch to the right to power on the speaker –
The LED lights white.
• Slide the switch to the left to turn the speaker off – The
LED turns off.
When power is on, the unit automatically connects to the last
Bluetooth device that was connected, within six seconds. If the
last paired Bluetooth device is not in range, the unit automatically
searches for another device to pair to.
Plug an external audio device into this jack. If a cable is inserted
into this AUX IN jack, the source is automatically switched to AUX
IN. Unplug the cable and the source automatically switches back
to Bluetooth.
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Side view
# Item Description
Micro-USB charging
1
port/flap
Plug in the USB cable to charge the battery.
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Front view
# Item Description
Power
• LED is white when the speaker is turned on. LED is off when the
speaker is turned off.
Charging
• When the speaker is off, the LED is red while charging. After charging
is complete, the LED turns off.
• When the speaker is on, the LED is solid red while charging. After
charging is complete, the red LED turns off and the white LED turns
Status
1
indicator LED
on.
Other
• No Bluetooth connection, the white LED flashes slowly.
• Bluetooth is in pairing mode, the white and red LEDs alternate
blinking.
• Successful Bluetooth connection, solid white LED.
• The white LED blinks quickly when increasing/decreasing the
volume. When the minimum/maximum volume is reached, the LED
is solid white.
• The LED quickly blinks red when the battery is low. The speaker
remains on for approximately 10 more minutes.
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Top view
# Item Description
1
2
(volume down)
(volume up)
Press to decrease the volume.
Press to increase the volume.
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Setting up your speaker
Micro USB charging port
(under the flap cover)
Charging your speaker
When your speaker’s battery is low, the red LED blinks.
To charge your speaker:
• Connect the charging cable to your Bluetooth speaker and to an
available USB port on your computer or a USB charging station.
Using your speaker
Turning your speaker on and off
To turn your speaker on and off:
1
Slide the (power) switch to the right to turn your speaker on.
2
Slide the (power) switch to the left to turn your speaker off.
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Pairing your speaker with a Bluetooth device (Android, iOS, and PC)
Note: Bluetooth range is 33 feet (10 meters).
To pair your speaker with a Bluetooth device:
1
Make sure that your Bluetooth device supports the Bluetooth A2DP or
HFP protocol and that your device is not paired with another device. To
determine what Bluetooth protocol your device supports, see the
documentation that came with your device.
2
Make sure that your speaker is turned ON.
3
If the LED is not blinking white/red, press and hold the multi-function
button
blinking white/red.
4
Make sure that your Bluetooth device is within 33 feet of your speaker.
5
Turn on your Bluetooth device, turn on the Bluetooth feature, then set
your device to pairing mode. For instructions, see the documentation
that came with your Bluetooth device.
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On your Bluetooth device, select “Modal MD-SPBT01”. Your Bluetooth
speaker pairs with the Bluetooth device and the LED lights solid white.
Note: Your Bluetooth speaker can remember as many as eight (8) different Bluetooth
devices. For more information on entering pairing mode, see the instructions that
came with your Bluetooth device.
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To unpair, turn off Bluetooth on your Bluetooth device.
Note: If your Bluetooth device requires a password for pairing, enter 0000. If that
does not work, enter 1234.
(
) on your Bluetooth speaker until the LED begins
Reconnecting to a paired device
The Bluetooth connection is lost if you:
• Turn off your Bluetooth speaker
• Move the Bluetooth device out of range of your Bluetooth speaker
• Turn off your Bluetooth device
• Turn off the Bluetooth feature on your Bluetooth device
When your speaker system is not paired to a device, the white LED
blinks slowly.
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To reconnect a paired device:
1
Turn on your Bluetooth speaker.
2
Turn on your Bluetooth device and the Bluetooth feature on the device.
3
The LED on your speaker system blinks white and red and your Bluetooth
speaker searches for the last connected Bluetooth device.
If the device is within range of your Bluetooth speaker, with no
obstructions between your Bluetooth speaker and the device, pairing
should take place. When this occurs, the white LED on your speakers
lights solid.
Note: The auto connect feature may not work with some Bluetooth devices. If a
device does not automatically reconnect, you need to select your Bluetooth speaker
on your Bluetooth device.
Connecting to a device with an audio cable
To connect to a device using an audio cable:
• Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not included) from your speaker to your
audio device.
Note: When an audio cable is connected to the AUX IN port, the speaker
automatically switches to AUX mode. Your Bluetooth device may still be paired to the
speaker, but you will not be able to control the volume level during playback.
Disconnect the audio cable to switch back to Bluetooth mode.
Controlling volume and playback
To control volume and playback:
1
Use the controls on your audio device to play, pause, and select tracks.
2
Press + or – to raise or lower the volume (make sure that the volume level
on your Bluetooth or AUX device is at least 50%).
3
Turn your Bluetooth speaker face down to mute the sound.
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Using the speakerphone
To use the speakerphone when your Bluetooth speaker is paired to
your phone:
1
To answer a call, simply shake the speaker, or press the multi-function
button
()
on your Bluetooth speaker once.
2
Press + or – to raise or lower the speakerphone volume.
3
To end a call, turn your speaker face down or press the multi-function
button
(
) on your Bluetooth speaker twice.
Troubleshooting
No Power • Make sure that the Bluetooth speaker is charged.
No sound or low
volume in
Bluetooth mode
No sound or low
volume in AUX IN
mode
Bluetooth
connection cannot
be established
My Bluetooth
speaker and my
Bluetooth device
keep unpairing
• Make sure your Bluetooth speaker is turned on.
• Turn up the volume on your Bluetooth speaker.
• Turn up the volume on your Bluetooth device.
• Make sure that your Bluetooth device is not muted.
• Make sure you do not have an audio cable connected to the
Bluetooth speaker. When an audio cable is connected, the Bluetooth
speaker automatically switches to AUX mode.
• Make sure that the 3.5mm stereo audio cable is firmly connected.
• Turn up the volume on your Bluetooth speaker.
• Turn up the volume on your audio device.
• Make sure that the connected audio device is not muted
• Shorten the distance between your Bluetooth device and your
Bluetooth speaker.
• Turn off your device, then turn it on again to clear the device name.
Repair your Bluetooth device and the Bluetooth speaker.
• Make sure that your Bluetooth speaker and Bluetooth device are
both in pairing mode.
• Make sure that your Bluetooth device supports the Bluetooth A2DP
or HFP profiles.
• Make sure that your Bluetooth device is not connected to any other
device.
• Make sure that you have selected Modal device or MD-SPBT01 on
your Bluetooth device.
• Shorten the distance between your Bluetooth device and your
Bluetooth speaker.
• If battery charge level on your Bluetooth device is low, recharge the
battery.
• If battery charge level on your Bluetooth speaker is low, recharge the
battery.
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Specifications
Dimensions (LxWxH) 3.7 x 3.7 x 2.9 in.
Frequency 100Hz - 20KHz
Wei ght 7.65 oz. (217 g)
Bluetooth range 33 ft. (10 m)
Supported Bluetooth profiles A2DP, HFP
Battery Life 5 hours
Legal notices
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). 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.
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.
Warn ing: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
(94.21 x 94.21 x 73 mm)
3W of power with 1% THD
Interference Notice
Bluetooth products are a radio device that might cause interference with other non-Bluetooth
devices (for instance, devices using wireless LAN). 802.11b technology might cause
degradation on the performance of Bluetooth devices.
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Caution:
• To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least
20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons.
• This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Department of Communications-Canada
Canadian Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée 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.
Cet équipement est conforme à l'exposition aux rayonnements Industry Canada limites établies
pour un environnement non contrôlé."
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One-Year Limited Warranty
Modal Products (“Modal”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new MD-SPBT01
(“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacture of the material
or workmanship for one (1) year from the purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”). This
Product must be purchased from an authorized dealer of Modal brand products and packaged
with this warranty statement. This warranty does not cover refurbished Product. If you notify
Modal during the Warranty Period of a defect covered by this warranty that requires service,
terms of this warranty apply.
How long does the coverage last?
The Warranty Period lasts for one year (365 days), beginning on the date you purchased the
Product. The purchase date is printed on the receipt you received with the product.
What does this warranty cover?
During the Warranty Period, if the original manufacture of the material or workmanship of the
Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Modal repair center or store personnel,
Modal will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the
Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. Products and parts
replaced under this warranty become the property of Modal and are not returned to you. If
service of Products and parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all
labor and parts charges. This warranty lasts as long as you own your Modal Product during the
Warranty Period. Warranty coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the Product.
How to obtain warranty service?
If you purchased the Product at a retail store location, take your original receipt and the Product
to the store you purchased it from. Make sure that you place the Product in its original
packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original
packaging. If you purchased the Product from an online web site, mail your original receipt and
the Product to the address listed on the web site. Make sure that you put the Product in its
original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original
packaging.
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Where is the warranty valid?
This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser of the Product in the United States, Canada,
and Mexico.
What does the warranty not cover?
This warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction
• Installation
•Set up adjustments
• Cosmetic damage
• Damage due to acts of God, such as lightning strikes
•Accident
•Misuse
•Abuse
•Negligence
•Commercial use
• Modification of any part of the Product, including the antenna
This warranty also does not cover:
• Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance
• Connection to an incorrect voltage supply
• Attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Modal to service the
Product
• Products sold as is or with all faults
• Consumables, such as fuses or batteries
• Products where the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed
REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
MODAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR THE
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, LOST DATA, LOSS OF USE OF YOUR PRODUCT, LOST BUSINESS OR LOST PROFITS.
MODAL PRODUCTS MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT,
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE
WARRANTY PERIOD. SOME STATES, PROVINCES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION 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 OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
Contact Modal:
For customer support, call 1-800-499-3402 (U.S. and Canada)
www.bestbuy.com/modal
Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC
7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A. 55423-3645
© 2013 Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc.
All rights reserved. MODAL is a trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Registered in
some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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www.bestbuy.com/modal 1-800-499-3402 (U.S. and Canada)
Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC
7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423-3645 USA
© 2013 Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc.
All rights reserved. MODAL is a trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc.
All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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