eKids DG-556 Bluetooth MP3 Karaoke with Microphone User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- eKids
Table of Contents
Model: DG-556
TR-556
Bluetooth MP3 Karaoke
with Microphone
CHARGE BEFORE USE
DG-556 Bluetooth MP3 Karaoke with Microphone
Important Message to Customers
Thank you for purchasing one of our top-quality electronic products. Please
take a moment to read through these instructions to help you understand the
safe and proper way to use this toy to extend its usability.
Keep these instructions for future reference as they contain important
information.
Getting Started
There are three ways to listen to music with this unit:
- In USB Mode you can connect a flash drive to the unit and listen to your stored songs.
- In MP3 Mode you can transfer music from your computer to the unit via the micro USB Data Transfer port. The music will save to internal memory and you can listen to it directly from the unit itself.
- In Bluetooth Mode you can stream music from your smartphone or other Bluetooth device.
Note: When using USB Mode or Internal Memory Mode, this unit is
compatible with .mp3 and .wav files ONLY.
THIS UNIT IS SHIPPED IN DEMO MODE. PRESS AND HOLD THE POWER BUTTON FOR 5-6
SECONDS TO ACTIVATE HOME MODE.
Charging The Unit
- Connect the included micro USB cord to the micro USB charging port on the back of the unit.
- Connect the standard USB plug end of the cord to a power USB port on a computer or other USB charging device.
For first time use, charge unit for about 5 hours.
Using USB Mode
Make sure the Mode Button is set to USB.
- When the unit is OFF, connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on the back of the unit.
- Press and hold the Power Button to turn the unit ON. The display will read “USB”.
- When a USB drive is detected, the number of files on the USB drive will appear on the LCD display.
- Use the ”Forward” and “Reverse” buttons advance through the numbers of files on the USB drive.
- Pressing “Play” will change the display to show a countdown time of the selected song file. After pressing “Play”, the automatic play-all function will activate, and songs will play in the order they were stored. Press again to pause.
- Press “Forward” or ”Reverse” buttons to navigate through file numbers.
Using MP3 Mode
Make sure the Mode Button is set to MP3 Mode and your
USB flash drive is disconnected from the unit.
Storing Songs:
- Turn the unit ON, connect the micro USB cord to the Data Transfer port on the back of the unit. Connect the other end to a USB port on your computer.
- The display will read “PC”. The unit should show up on your PC or Mac as a ‘drive’ or ‘device’.
- Locate your music files on your PC or Mac (typically in the ‘My Music’ folder). Note: on some computers, your music files may be located elsewhere. Check your user manual for details.
- Select your desired songs ( .mp3 and .wav files are compatible) and drag them onto the connected drive.
When you are finished transferring files, ‘eject’ the device from your computer and disconnect the USB from the unit.
Playing Songs:
- The LCD display on the unit will show the number of songs stored. (ex: 100 songs would appear as “01:00”).
- Use the ”Foward” and “Reverse” buttons to advance through the numbers of files stored on the unit.
- After pressing “Play”, the automatic play-all function will activate, and songs will play in the order they were stored.
Using Play/Pause/Shuffle
Press and hold to shuffle songs while playing music in USB Mode or MP3 Mode.
The SHU icon will appear on the display.
Press and hold to disable shuffle. The SHU icon will disappear from the
display.
Converting Files to MP3
iTunes music files are saved by default in .m4a format, and must be converted
to .mp3 format to play on the unit in MP3 mode. Check the Help section in
iTunes (or other music software program) to learn how to convert to .mp3
format.
Using Bluetooth Mode
- Select the “Bluetooth” position on the Mode Button. The Bluetooth Mode icon will appear on the LCD display while in pairing mode. Turn on your Bluetooth device and make it “discoverable” by turning on Bluetooth mode (check in Options or Settings).
- “Karaoke 556” should appear in your device’s Bluetooth menu. If “Not Connected” or a similar message appears, select “Karaoke 556” to connect it.
- A confirmation tone will sound once your device is paired. Put your Bluetooth device in play mode to begin streaming music.
- Use the ”Forward” “Reverse” and “Play/Pause” buttons on the unit to navigate tracks.
- Pairing automatically occurs in Bluetooth mode. Press the Bluetooth Pairing button on the front of the unit to re-pair.
Using Voice Control
When the unit is in BT mode, you can access Siri or Google Assistant using
voice commands by pressing and holding the Voice Control Button for 2 seconds.
This special feature is disabled on the unit when shipped, and requires
parental consent to be activated. To start the one-time activation process,
download the free “Voice Control Set Up” app on your smartphone using the App
Store or Google Play. Once downloaded and installed on your smartphone, the
app will provide prompts to help you set up the Voice Control function.
The Voice Control Button can also be used to activate Melody, which lets you
use voice commands to play any music from iHeartRadio or Spotify To use this
feature:
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Download the Melody app on your smartphone using the App Store or Google Play.
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Open the app and sign into your iHeartRadio and/or Spotify account within the Melody app.
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With the unit in BT mode, tap the Voice Control Button to activate the Melody app via your paired smartphone.
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Once you hear a confirmation tone, speak into the Voice Control Microphone to make your voice commands.
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iHeartRadio not available in Canada
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Spotify Premium account required
Troubleshooting
If the unit does not respond:
- Make sure unit is completely charged.
- To re-pair your device, press the Bluetooth Pairing Button on the front of the unit.
- Use the extended wire of a paperclip or other thin tool to press in the Reset Button.
- The rechargeable battery can be replaced only by eKids Consumer Repair Department.
FCC Information
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. This equipment
complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment .
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 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.
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.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
FCC ID: EMO556
IC: 986B-556
IC Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
Questions or Comments
- For questions or comments regarding this or other eKids products, please call our toll-free number: 1-888-TOP-TOYS.
Also visit our website: www.ekids.com
If problems persist, please do not attempt to repair unit; see warranty for
factory service.
Limited One-Year Warranty
eKids, LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and
materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of one (1) year from
the date of original purchase.
Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to
first return it to the store where it was originally purchased. Should this
fail to resolve the matter and service still be required by reason of any
defect or malfunction during the warranty period, eKids will repair or, at its
discretion, replace this product without charge. This decision is subject to
verification of the defect or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the
Factory Service Center authorized by Customer Service.
If service is required, please call Customer Service at 1-888-TOP-TOYS to
obtain a Return Authorization Number and shipping instructions. A copy of the
sales receipt is required to validate in-warranty coverage.
Disclaimer of Warranty
NOTE: This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose
for which it was designed. It does not cover (i) products which have been
damaged by negligence or willful actions, misuse or accident, or which have
been modified or repaired by unauthorized persons; (ii) cracked or broken
cabinets, or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to digital media
players, CD’s or tape cassettes (if applicable); (iv) the cost of shipping
this product to the Factory Service Center and its return to the owner.
This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not
extend to owners of the product other than to the original purchaser. In no
event will eKids or any of its affiliates, contractors, resellers, their
officers, directors, shareholders, members or agents be liable to you or any
third party for any consequential or incidental damages, any lost profits,
actual, exemplary or punitive damages. (Some states do not allow limitations
on implied warranties or exclusion of consequential damages, so these
restrictions 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.
Your acknowledgement and agreement to fully and completely abide by the above
mentioned disclaimer of warranty is contractually binding to you upon your
transfer of currency (money order, cashier’s check, or credit card) for
purchase of your eKids products.
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Printed in China
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