Singing Machine SMI436 User Manual

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SMI436BT

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Distributed by SMC Global®

SMC Global® is a registered trademark or The Singing Machine Co., Inc.

SMC Global® es marca registrada de The Singing Machine Co., Inc.

SMC Global®
4060 E. Jurupa Street, Unit B
Ontario, CA 90220-5525 USA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

NSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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The Caution marking is located on the bottom panel.

ANGEROUS VOLTAGE: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended

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to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

TTENTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the

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presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
this product.

FCC WARNING:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device

ay not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference

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that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with CAN ICES-3 (B)/ NMB-3(B)
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO DIRECT WATER FLOW.

NOTE: 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

nstallation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

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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

elevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

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the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• The rating information is located at the bottom of the unit.

This device complies with Industry Canada Iicense-exempt RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

. This device may not cause interference, and

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2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

1. Read these Instructions.

2. Keep these Instructions.

3. Heed all Warnings.

4. Follow all Instructions.

5. Clean only with a dry cloth.

6. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.

7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

8. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

9. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.

11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

12. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not expose
batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or other heat
sources.

Location of Controls

Location of Controls Installation

Installation

Charging the Batteries

Speaker Placement

The unit is powered by a built-in, lithium-polymer rechargeable
battery. Charge the built-in battery for at least three hours before
using the device for the first time.

To charge the internal battery, connect the smaller end of the supplied
USB cable to the Micro USB jack (under the flap) and the other end to
a powered USB jack on your computer or an AC power supply (not
included). The Charging Indicator will light red when charging and will
change to green when the built-in battery becomes fully charged.

Note: The battery will provide approx. eight hours at normal listening
level.
When the battery is low, the Charging Indicator will blink red and
beep three times every minute. The unit will switch to Standby mode
automatically when the battery is too low to work properly.

1. Fog-free Mirror

7. Charging Indicator

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

2. Strap Pin

3. Bluetooth Indicator

4. Speaker

5. Bluetooth Pairing/Play/
Pause4;Button

6. Volume +/– Buttons

8. Power On/Off
Button

9. Receive Call/
Transfer Call/Redial Call/
End Call

10. Micro USB Port
(Under Flap)

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Battery Notes:

• While using the built-in battery, the environmental temperature should be
5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F).

• To get the longest service life from the built-in battery, charge at indoor
temperature.

• The built-in battery in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical
burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or
incinerate.

• The battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like. Do not throw batteries in fire!

• Before throwing away any batteries, consult your local community for
specific recycling.

This speaker is supplied with a strap to hang it from a shower
pipe, faucet, or hook on the back of the bathroom door.

CAUTION: DO NOT HANG THE SPEAKER FROM A SHOWER PIPE
THAT IS SLOPING DOWNWARD. THE SPEAKER COULD SLIDE
FORWARD AND FALL OFF THE PIPE, RESULTING IN PERSONAL
INJURY, DAMAGE TO THE SPEAKER, OR BOTH. IF YOU USE THE
STRAP TO HANG THE SPEAKER MAKE SURE THAT IT IS IN A
SECURE LOCATION AND THAT IT WILL NOT MOVE.

Note: Although this speaker is water resistant, it should not be

placed in the direct path of the shower stream.

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Specifications

Press the Power

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Tip: If you want to connect your

Bluetooth speaker to another
Bluetooth audio device, you need
to disconnect current device first
and follow the steps at right to
make a new connection.

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turn the unit on, the
Bluetooth indicator
will start blinking
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On the Bluetooth

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Bluetooth and select
“SHOWER SPEAKER”
from the Device List.
(For detailed
instructions specific to
your device, please
refer to the device’s
user manual.) If the
Bluetooth device
prompts for a
passcode, use “0000”.
Some Bluetooth
devices will ask you to
accept the connection.

To Pair Another Device:

If the pairing fails, or to pair
another device, perform the
following:

Press and hold the

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Bluetooth Pairing/
Play/Pause4;button
until the Bluetooth
indicator blinks quickly
to enter the Pairing
mode. On the
Bluetooth device,
enable Bluetooth and
select “SHOWER
SPEAKER” from the
Device List (see Step 2
above).

On some devices such as computers, once paired you must select
the unit from the Bluetooth menu and choose “Use as Audio
Device (stereo)” or similar.
Pairing remains intact when the unit and/or your Bluetooth device
is taken out of communication range. An active connection will be
re-established when your Bluetooth device returns within range.

Press the Power

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On/Off button to
turn the SMI436BT
on. With a unit

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SMI436BT’s
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Pairing/Play/
Pause4;button to
pause playback.
Press again to
resume playback.

Adjust the volume

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using the Volume
+/– buttons. You
can also adjust the
volume on the
device to which you
are paired.

This unit is equipped with a built-in

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the unit, bottom right), which allows
you to make or end calls of a
connected mobile phone through
this unit. Make sure your Bluetooth-

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the unit. When there is an incoming
call to the connected mobile phone,
you will hear an incoming call alert
tone from the unit.

To Use This Feature:

1. Press the button to answer the incoming call.

2. Press the button again to end call.

3. To reject the incoming call, press and hold the button.

4. To transfer the sound between the mobile phone and the unit, press
and hold the button during a call.

5. To redial the last number retained in the memory of the mobile
phone, press the button twice.

Notes:

• Re-dialing function is unavailable if there is no dial record feature in
your mobile phone.

• This unit will not operate or may operate improperly with some
Bluetooth mobile phones/audio players.

• If the conversation is not clear, try to move closer to the microphone
(located on the front of the unit, bottom right).

Troubleshooting Guide

Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking
service:

No Power

• Power is not on; press the Power On/Off button to turn the

power on.

• Make sure the battery is recharged.

No Sound – General

• External device’s volume is set to minimum; raise volume.

• The SMI436BT’s volume is set to minimum; raise volume.

The Bluetooth device cannot pair or connect with the unit.

• You have not activated the Bluetooth function of your device. Refer

to the user manual of your device to activate the Bluetooth function.

• The unit is not in pairing mode. Press and hold the Bluetooth Pairing/

Play/Pause4;button until the Bluetooth indicator blinks fast.

• The unit is already connected with another Bluetooth device;

disconnect that device and then try again.

Unit acts erratically or does not react when buttons are pressed.

• Make sure the battery is charged.

• Make sure no other Bluetooth device is attempting to pair.

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imensions .......... 4.21 x 2.05 x 4.8 inches (10.7 x 5.2 x 12.2 cm)

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eight.......................................................................... 0.484lbs (0.22 kg)

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RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

Battery Type.......................... 3.7V 820mAh Lithium Polymer battery

Charging Voltage ............................................................................... DC 5V

Operating Time..... Approx. 8 hours at max. volume after fully charged

harging Time .................................................................. Approx. 3 hours

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BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth Version ................................................................................. V4.0

Working Distance ........ Up to 10 m (33 ft) measured in open space

................................. (wall and structures may affect range of device)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Limited Warranty and Service

THE SINGING MACHINE COMPANY, INC. warrants this product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from date of
sale to the original consumer purchaser. Product will be repaired or replaced with a
new or reconditioned product at no additional charge if it is proven to be defective
within the ninety (90) day period when said product is returned at customer
expense within the warranty period. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY
EXPENSES INCURRED IN THE REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT.

This warranty does not apply to any product damaged by accident, misuse, abuse,
improper line voltage, fire, water, lightning or other acts of God, or any parts or
services furnished by anyone else. The warranty does not cover cartons, carrying
cases, batteries, broken or damaged cabinets, or any items used in connection with
the product or consequential damage due to defect in the product. This warranty
does not cover products sold AS IS or Re-manufactured units or units sold outside
the SMC distribution channel.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
THIS IS THE COMPLETE WARRANTY AND NO OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTY IS
VALID. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS OR AN EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTITAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights,
which may vary from state to state.

IF THE UNIT IS OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD, please call us first at
[phone] or email us at [e-mail].

SERVICE CENTER: THE SINGING MACHINE COMPANY

4060 E. Jurupa Street, Unit B
Ontario, CA 91761
USA

Visit our website www.singingmachine.com.