VTech MA3222, MA3222-16, MA3222-17 User Manual
User’s manual
MA3222/MA3222-16/MA3222-17
DECT 6.0 portable speaker with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology
Congratulations
on purchasing your new VTech product. Before
using this product, please read Important
safety instructions below.
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Important safety
instructions
When using this product, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of re,
electric shock and injury, including the following:
Read and understand all instructions.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on
the product.
Unplug this product from any power source before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
This product is f or indoor use only.
Do not use this product near water such as near a
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or
swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.
Do not place this product on an unstable table,
shelf, stand or other unstable surfaces.
This product should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply in
your home or ofce, consult your dealer or local
power company.
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through the slots in speaker because they may
touch dangerous voltage points or create a short
circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized
service facility. Opening or removing parts of the
speaker other than specied access doors may
expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock
when the product is subsequently used.
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Unplug this product from the power source and
refer servicing to an authorized service facility
under the following conditions:
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged
or frayed.
If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operation
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and often requires
extensive work by an authorized technician to
restore the product to normal operation.
If the product has been dropped and damaged.
If the product exhibits a distinct change
in performance.
11. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless)
during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk
of electric shock from lightning.
12. The equipment is to be supplied from an identied
USB port complying with the requirements of
Limited Power Source.
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Parts checklist
Your product package contains the
following items. Save your sales receipt
and original packaging in case it is
necessary to ship this product for
warranty service.
Speaker with rechargeable
battery pack installed
USB cable
User’s manual
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LED indicators
Status indicator
After you have paired up and registered
your devices, which can be Bluetooth,
DECT, or both, the status indicator will
behave as following:
Registered with Bluetooth device
The status indicator will operate in blue.
LED behavior Description
Turns on steady for
3 seconds
Successful
registration
Flashes every
8 seconds
Connected and
ready to use
Flashes Incoming call
Turns on steady In use
Flashes slowly On mute
Flashes red and blue
4 times
Registration
failed
Registered with DECT device
The status indicator will operate in red.
LED behavior Description
Turns on steady for
3 seconds
Successful
registration
Flashes every
8 seconds
Connected and
ready to use
Flashes Incoming call
Turns on steady In use
Flashes slowly On mute
Flashes red and blue
4 times
Registration
failed
Registered with Bluetooth and
DECT devices
The status indicator will operate in violet.
LED behavior Description
Turns on steady for
3 seconds
Successful
registration
LED behavior Description
Flashes every
8 seconds
Connected and
ready to use
Turns on steady Three-way
conversation in
use
Flashes slowly Three-way
conversation on
mute
Flashes red and blue
4 times
Both Bluetooth
and DECT
devices are not
registered
CHARGE indicator
LED behavior Description
Turns on steady blue Charging battery
Flashes blue quickly Low battery
BC
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of re or injury to
persons or damage to the product, read and follow
these instructions carefully:
Use only the provided nickel-metal hydride
rechargeable battery pack (BT203665). Replace
only with the correct type of batteries (BT204665).
Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions in this user’s manual.
This product contains nickel-metal hydride
rechargeable battery pack. Exercise care in
handling batteries in order not to create a short
circuit with conductive material such as rings,
bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause harm. Observe proper polarity
between the battery and the metallic contacts.
Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not
burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of
this type, if burned or punctured, they could release
caustic material which could cause injury.
Do not disassemble the product. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualied
service personnel for servicing.
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Make a Bluetooth call
Use your connected Bluetooth enabled
cell phone to make a call.
Answer a Bluetooth call
When there is an incoming Bluetooth
call, press .
End a Bluetooth call
Press or use your cell phone to end
the call.
Make a DECT call
Use your DECT phone to make a call.
Press on the MA3222, then press
OFF or place the handset in the
telephone base on your DECT phone to
exit the call.
Answer a DECT call
When there is an incoming DECT call,
press .
End a DECT call
Press .
Switch between calls
In Bluetooth mode, you will hear call
waiting tone when:
there is an incoming Bluetooth call.
Press CALL WAITING to hold the rst
call and answer another call. You need
to use the Bluetooth enabled device to
resume.
there is an incoming DECT call. Press
and hold CALL WAITING to hold the
rst call and answer another call. Press
and hold CALL WAITING to resume.
In DECT mode, you will hear call waiting
tone when:
there is an incoming DECT call. Press
CALL WAITING to hold the rst call
and answer another call. Press CALL
WAITING to resume.
there is an incoming Bluetooth call. Press
and hold CALL WAITING to hold the rst
call and answer another call. Press and
hold CALL WAITING to resume.
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Operation
To pair the MA3222 to another
Bluetooth enabled device:
Switch off other paired devices.
Follow Step 1 through Step 4 above to
pair the new device.
Switch on the devices that are
switched off in Step 1. The MA3222 will
automatically connect to the last two
connected devices.
To connect to two Bluetooth enabled
devices at the same time:
When the rst Bluetooth enabled
device is connected, turn on another
paired Bluetooth device.
Select to connect with MA3222 using
the second Bluetooth enabled device.
If the pairing pro cess fails, switch off th e
speaker and try ag ain.
Whenever the MA32 22 is switched on,
it will automatic ally connect to the last
connected dev ice.
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Bluetooth wireless technology operates
within a short range (a maximum of
approximately 30 feet). Make sure there
are no big physical obstacles between the
MA3222 and the paired Bluetooth devices.
Once a Bluetooth enabled device is
successfully paired, you do not need to
repeat the pairing procedure again unless
you want to replace it with a new device.
Only two paired devices can be connected
at a time.
Switch on the speaker.
Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your
Bluetooth device to search for
the MA3222.
Press and hold until the status
indicator ashes violet.
Once your Bluetooth device nds
VTECH-MA3222, press the appropriate
key to conrm. You may be prompted
to enter the PIN. The default PIN is
0000. When the MA3222 successfully
pairs to your Bluetooth enabled device,
the status indicator turns steady blue
for 3 seconds. You will hear a long
conrmation beep.
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Pair to a Bluetooth device
Charge battery
When rst purchased, the rechargeable
battery pack is installed. You may follow
the steps below for charging.
The speaker must be turned on
for charging.
Connect the speaker to a USB
charging port, using the provided USB
cable. You will hear a short beep. The
CHARGE indicator turns on steady
blue while charging. The battery is fully
charged after 8 hours of continuous
charging. When the speaker is fully
charged, the CHARGE indicator
turns off.
You will hear two beeps in tal king
mode if batter y is low.
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Search for device
When you switch on the speaker, the
status indicator turns on violet for 3
seconds and then ashes to search for
any paired or registered device.
You may stop device search for initial
installation by pressing .
Once the speaker found a device, the
status indicator turns on as below:
LED behavior Description
Turns on steady
blue for
3 seconds
Paired Bluetooth
device is found and
re-connected
Turns on steady
red for 3 seconds
Registered DECT
device is found and
re-connected
LED behavior Description
Turns on steady
violet for
3 seconds
Both Bluetooth and
DECT devices are
found and
re-connected
Alternate red and
blue
No device is found
and re-connected
If you would like to stop th e ten seconds
device search an d go to the registration
mode, you can press a nd hold to pair
with Bluetooth de vice. Alternatively, you
can press and hol d Vol+ and Vol- together
to register to DECT devi ce.
Overview
Register to a DECT 6.0
telephone
The registratio n and deregistration met hod
may vary for differ ent DECT phones. If
this is the case, se e the user’s manual of
your DECT phone on how to re gister and
deregister the MA 3222 to your
DECT phone.
To register:
Switch on the speaker.
Press and hold VOL+ and VOL-
simultaneously until the status indicator
ashes red.
Press and hold FIND HANDSET/
FIND HS/PAGE/HOLD (whichever is
applicable) on your DECT telephone
until the IN USE light turns on.
You hear a long conrmation beep from
the speaker and the status indicator
turns steady red for 3 seconds when
the registration process completes.
To deregister:
Press and hold FIND HANDSET/
FIND HS/PAGE/HOLD (whichever is
applicable) on your DECT telephone
until the IN USE light ashes.
Immediately press the same key again.
Switch off the speaker and switch it
back on. The status indicator ashes
red and blue 4 times if there is no
paired device.
When the deregis tration process
completes, all de vices will be deregister ed.
Follow the instru ctions on the user’s
manual of your DECT phon e to register the
handset(s) back to your DECT pho ne.
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Status indicator
VOL-
VOL
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USB port
(for charging)
CHARGE
indicator
Microphone
CALL
WAITING
ON/OFF switch
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
How do you get warranty service?
To obtain warranty service in the USA, please visit our
website at www.vtechphones.com or call
1 (800) 595-9511.
NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the
user’s manual - a check of the Product’s controls and
features may save you a service call.
Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the
risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation
and are responsible for delivery or handling charges
incurred in the transport of the Product(s) to the
service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced
Product under this limited warranty. Transportation,
delivery or handling charges are prepaid. VTech
assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product
in transit. If the Product failure is not covered by this
limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet
the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you
and will request that you authorize the cost of repair
prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the
cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of
Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
What must you return with the Product to get
warranty service?
Return the entire original package and contents
including the Product to the VTech service location
along with a description of the malfunction or
difculty; and
Include a “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt)
identifying the Product purchased (Product model)
and the date of purchase or receipt; and
Provide your name, complete and correct mailing
address, and telephone number.
Other limitations
This warranty is the complete and exclusive
agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes
all other written or oral communications related to this
Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this
Product. The warranty exclusively describes all of
VTech’s responsibilities regarding the Product. There
are no other express warranties. No one is authorized
to make modications to this limited warranty and you
should not rely on any such modication.
State/Provincial Law Rights: This warranty gives you
specic legal rights, and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state or province
to province.
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of
tness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an
unwritten warranty that the Product is t for ordinary
use) are limited to one year from the date of purchase.
Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
may not apply to you. In no event shall VTech be liable
for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential,
or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost
prots or revenue, inability to use the Product or
other associated equipment, the cost of substitute
equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from
the use of this Product. Some states/provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.
Please retain your original sales receipt
as proof of purchase.
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FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the requirements for a Class B digital device
under Part 15 of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are
intended 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:
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.
Changes or modications to this equipment not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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. Privacy of communications may
not be ensured when using this telephone.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established
criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy
that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander
according to the intended usage of the product. This
product has been tested and found to comply with the
FCC criteria. The speaker shall be installed and used
such that parts of the user’s body other than the hands
are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm
(8 inches) or more.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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FCC, ACTA and IC
regulations
What does this limited warranty cover?
The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to
the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or
“you”) that the Product and all accessories provided in
the sales package (“Product”) are free from defects in
material and workmanship, pursuant to the following
terms and conditions, when installed and used
normally and in accordance with the Product operating
instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the
Consumer for Products purchased and used in the
United States of America and Canada.
What will VTech do if the Product is not free from
defects in materials and workmanship during
the limited warranty period (“Materially Defective
Product”)?
During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized
service representative will repair or replace at
VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective
Product. If we repair the Product, we may use new
or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to
replace the Product, we may replace it with a new or
refurbished Product of the same or similar design.
We will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment.
Repair or replacement of the Product, at VTech’s
option, is your exclusive remedy. VTech will return the
repaired or replacement Products to you in working
condition. You should expect the repair or replacement
to take approximately 30 days.
How long is the limited warranty period?
The limited warranty period for the Product extends
for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase. If VTech
repairs or replaces a Materially Defective Product
under the terms of this limited warranty, this limited
warranty also applies to the repaired or replacement
Product for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date
the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to
you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year
warranty; whichever is longer.
What is not covered by this limited warranty?
This limited warranty does not cover:
Product that has been subjected to misuse,
accident, shipping or other physical damage,
improper installation, abnormal operation or
handling, neglect, inundation, re, water or other
liquid intrusion; or
Product that has been damaged due to repair,
alteration or modication by anyone other than an
authorized service representative of VTech; or
Product to the extent that the problem experienced
is caused by signal conditions, network reliability, or
cable or antenna systems; or
Product to the extent that the problem is caused by
use with non-VTech accessories; or
Product whose warranty/quality stickers, product
serial number plates or electronic serial numbers
have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for
repair from outside the United States of America
or Canada, or used for commercial or institutional
purposes (including but not limited to Products used
for rental purposes); or
Product returned without a valid proof of purchase
(see item 2 below); or
Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of
customer controls, and installation or repair of systems
outside the unit.
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Limited warranty
The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are owned
by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks
by VTech Holdings Limited is under license.
VTech Holdings Limited is a member of
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
A member of THE VTECH G ROUP OF COMPANIES.
Distributed in t he U.S.A. by VTech Communicati ons,
Inc., Beaverton, Or egon 97008.
Distributed in C anada by VTech Technologies
Canada Ltd., Richmo nd, B.C. V6W 1L5.
VTech is the registered trademark of
VTech Holdings Limited.
Copyright © 2013 for
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
All rights reser ved. Printed in China.
Version 2 09/13.
Technical specications
Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL
synthesizer
Transmit
frequency
DECT:
1921.536MHz - 1928.448MHz
Bluetooth Class 2:
2402MHz - 2480MHz
Channels DECT: 5
Bluetooth: 40
Nominal effective
range
Actual operating range may
vary according to environmental
conditions at the time of use.
Power
requirements
SANIK AAA Ni-MH
rechargeable battery pack
3.6V 400mAh
Energy-saving charging
mode
To keep this product working well and looking good,
follow these guidelines:
Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices
that generate electrical noise (for example, motors or
uorescent lamps).
DO NOT expose it to direct sunlight or moisture.
Avoid dropping the product or treating it roughly.
Clean with a soft cloth.
Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive
powder because this can damage the nish.
Retain the original packaging in case you need to
ship it at a later date.
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The RBRC® seal on the nickel-metal hydride battery
pack indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is
voluntarily participating in an industry program to
collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their
useful lives, when taken out of service within the
United States and Canada.
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative
to placing used nickel-metal hydride batteries into
the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in
your area.
VTech’s participation in RBRC
®
makes it easy for
you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers
participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized
VTech product service centers. Please call
1 (800) 8 BATTERYTM for information on Ni-MH
batteries recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in
your area. VTech’s involvement in this program is part
of its commitment to protecting our environment and
conserving natural resources.
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation.
The RBRC® seal
General product care
Follow the instructions to install and charge the battery
(see Battery installation and charging on the
previous page). The energy-saving charging mode is
activated while charging.
Even if the MA3222 is paired and connected to a
DECT phone and/or a Bluetooth device, the energysaving charging mode is activated while the MA3222
is not in use and charging.
Three-way conversation
When you have established both
Bluetooth and DECT calls at the
same time, press and hold VOL+ on
the speaker to set up a three-way
conversation. You hear a two short
beeps successively.
During a three-way conversation,
press and hold VOL+ to end Bluetooth
line and DECT call remains. The call
ends when both lines are dropped.
VOL+/VOL- can o nly adjust the volume of
DECT call but not the vol ume of Bluetooth
call in three-way c onversation.
Control volume
Press VOL+ or VOL- to adjust the
ringer and voice call volume.
Mute
The mute function allows you to hear the
other party but the other party cannot
hear you.
Press and hold VOL- to mute the
microphone during a call. You will hear
a short confirmation tone.
Press and hold VOL- to resume. You
will hear a short confirmation tone.
Music playback
Pair your MA3222 with your Bluetooth
device to listen to music.
Press VOL+ or VOL- to adjust the
listening volume.
You can further incre ase the music volume
with your cell phon e.
When there is an incoming call, the music
playback stops. Press to answer the
call. The music playback resumes after
the call ends.
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I cannot receive Bluetooth calls nor listen to music
from the speaker.
Try all the suggestions above.
Make sure you have switched on the speaker.
Make sure the speaker is near your Bluetooth device.
For optimal performance, keep the speaker within
15 feet of your Bluetooth device.
Make sure you have paired the speaker to your
Bluetooth device.
Make sure there are no physical obstacles between
the connected Bluetooth device and the speaker.
Common cure for electronic equipment.
Disconnect the power to the speaker.
Remove the battery from the speaker.
Wait a few minutes.
Install the battery again and connect power to the
speaker.
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Troubleshooting
If you have difculty with this product, try the
suggestions below. For customer service, visit our
website at www.vtechphones.com or
call 1 (800) 595-9511.
The MA3222 does not work at all.
Make sure you install the provided battery.
Make sure the USB cable is securely plugged into
the USB port for charging.
Turn off the speaker. Unplug the USB cable. Take
out the battery. Wait for approximately one minute,
then reinstall the battery. Plug back the USB cable
and then turn on the speaker.
It may be necessary to purchase new battery.
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Replace battery
If you want to replace the battery:
Push the tab at the bottom of the
speaker and lift upwards to open the
battery compartment cover.
Do not try to detach the cover from the
speaker. It is not detachable.
2. Pull the ribbon on the rechargeable
battery pack to uninstall it.
3. Install the rechargeable battery pack
again, with the label THIS SIDE UP
facing up and correct polarity.
4. Place the ribbon properly and close the
compartment cover.
Use only the rechargeable battery pack
provided or equivalent.
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