VIVAX BS-160 BT Audio System Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: VIVAX

Table of Contents

Features:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATION FOR USE
POWER SUPPLY‐CHARGING
OVERVIEW OF THE PLAYER
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE & SAFETY
TROUBLESHOOTING
References
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BS‐160
Bluetooth/MP3 Player with FM Radio

VIVAX BS 160 BT Audio System

Features:

2.0 CH Outdoor Bluetooth speaker
Water-resistant IPX6, perfect for beach, poolside, boat, and more outdoor activities
TWS function, achieve true wireless playing with double enhanced stereo sound
Optimized Google Assistant and Siri voice control
Hands‐free Microphone for easy picking up the call
LED RGB Side Lighting
A2DP Bluetooth for Music wireless streaming from any Bluetooth enabled devices such as your Smartphone, Notebook, iPhone, or iPad
USB stick support with MP3 Audio play
FM Radio
Line‐in function, suitable for PC, MID, TV, and other audio devices
Built‐in lithium Rechargeable Battery 3600mAh
Shoulder strap, easy to take out

Accessories:

Charging cable
Audio cable
User manual.
Shoulder strap

Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the Bluetooth Audio system VIVAX BS‐160.
It is important to read this user manual prior to using your new product for the first time.
In order to fully benefit from this product, please follow the instructions in this user manual very carefully. Store this user manual in a safe place for future reference. We are sure your new Micro Audio system will satisfy your needs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When used in a directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.
Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example e, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block ventilation openings. Also, it should not be placed in a built‐in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, which may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance
Charger Cable Protection – Charger cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only using a warm damp cloth. Do not use solvents, etc.
Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into any openings or vents located on the product. In that case, immediately disconnect the power supply and contact the authorized service.
Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer.
Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time, such as a month or longer, the power charging cable should be unplugged from the unit to prevent damage. Storage devises in a dry and dark place.
Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those methods described in the user’s operating instructions. Service methods not covered in the operating instructions should be referred to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: The unit contains Rechargeable batteries. To change batteries in case that battery became weak, contact your Official l Service or Dealer.
• Unit and batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunshine, heat registers, or fire.
• Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the batteries leak, clean the battery compartment with a cloth. If chemicals touch your skin, wash immediately.
Using Audio products for prolonged periods or at a high volume can damage your hearing permanently. If you experience noise in the ears or other problems immediately stop using the unit. It is recommended to use the Audio unit at a moderate volume.
Place exposed to vibration can affect the damage to internal parts of the device. The device should not be placed near open flames and sources of intense heat, such as electric heaters.
Do not allow children to play with devices.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of knowledge and experience to use the appliance unless they are supervised by a person who is responsible for their safety or you’ve not received training on the use of appliances¸.
Place the unit on a hard and flat surface so that the unit does not tilt.
Do not cover the unit. Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 15cm between the ventilation holes and surrounding surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build‐up

PREPARATION FOR USE

Unpacking and Setup

Carefully remove the unit from the display carton and remove all packing material from the unit itself.
Do not remove any labels located on either the back or button cabinet of the unit.

POWER SUPPLY‐CHARGING

The charger is not included in the accessories, please charge the speaker via a standard 5V/1A adapter or via a PC.
Charge time should be 2‐4 hours. The light is red while charging, and the indicator light will switch off when fully charged.
In order to prolong the life of the battery, please do not charge for more than 8 hours.
The unit does not have a power bank function, it is forbidden to charge another device via this unit or to connect another device via the USB port.

IMPORTANT:
When playing music during charging, please put the volume to the middle, because for some music with heavy bass, the charger may not be able to afford the high current temporarily under the maximum volume.
ATTENTION: In order to prolong the life of the battery, please do not leave the unit continuously on the Charger or charge the unit for more than 8 hours

OVERVIEW OF THE PLAYER

VIVAX BS 160 BT Audio System - fig

MAIN SWITCH ON/OFF
TWS BUTTON
PAUSE/PLAY
FORWARD/VOLUME UP
BATTERY INDICATOR
BACKWARD/VOLUME DOWN
MODE BUTTON (Bluetooth/USB/FM orAUX)TWS BUTTON
SIRI VOICE CONTROL BUTTON
DC 5V CHARGING PORT
USB PORT
AUX PORT
RESET BUTTON

OPERATION

Power On/Off
Long‐press the Power button to turn the speaker on, short press the Power button to turn the speaker off.
Note: Each time you press the MODE button, the operating mode switches between Bluetooth / AUX / USB and FM mode.
The Bluetooth connection is active only if no connected external device or cable to the AUX input or USB external stick.
When you connect the audio cable to the AUX input or USB stick into a USB slot, the Bluetooth connection is automatically disconnected and playback switches to the connected device.

Bluetooth:

Turn the power button to “ON”, The speaker enter Bluetooth mode automatically.
Activate Bluetooth of mobile phone and search for device name “ VIVAX BS‐160” then connect it.
Play the music from your mobile phone and enjoy.
Long‐press Forward (+) or Backward (‐) button on the device or operate on a Mobile phone to select songs you like.
Short‐press Forward (+) or Backward (‐) button to adjust Volume up (+) and Volume down (‐). Or adjust the volume on the externally connected device.
Short‐press the Play/Pause button on the device or operate on an external device to play/pause the music.
Long‐press the TWS button to disconnect the Bluetooth connection, then make a Bluetooth connection with another mobile phone.

Playing music from a USB disk

Turn the Power button to “ON”.
Insert a USB flash disk into the slot
The speaker will play the stored music automatically.
Long‐press Forward (+) or Backward (‐) to select songs you like, and short‐press to adjust the volume up (+) and Volume down, Short‐press Play/Pause to play or pause.
Notes: Under Bluetooth playing mode, insert the USB disk will disconnect the Bluetooth and switch to play the USB disk. You can short-press the MODE button to switch to Bluetooth mode again.

FM Radio:
Turn the power button to “ON”, and short‐press the “MODE” button to enter the radio state.
Long‐press the “Play/Pause” button to auto-search the FM Channel and store it automatically.
Short‐press the “Play/Pause” button to mute the speaker.
Long‐press the F orward (+) or Backward (‐ ) button to change the stored FM channel, and Short‐press to adjust the volume up (+) and Volume down (‐)

AUX:
For other compatible music devices or your MP3/MP4 players, use the supplied audio line cable to connect from the device’s “Line Out” to the “AUX” of this device. Then press the MODE button to switch to the AUX‐IN state.
When using an external device, all functions will be controlled by the external device.

Activating Voice Assistant:

Make a Bluetooth connection with your mobile phone.
Short‐press the Siri button to activate voice assistant SIRI/GOOGLE ASSISTANT.

TWS Function:

Turn on two identical speakers you want to pair, both under BT mode.
Only need to set one of the two units.
Short‐press the TWS button to pair, a tone will be audible and the TWS button will keep lighting after paired successfully.
Make a Bluetooth connection with your mobile phone to play music with the two paired Speakers.
Short‐press the “TWS” button again to exit the TWS connection.

Notes:
Under TWS mode and Bluetooth connected, when the user long‐press the TWS button, both the TWS connection and Bluetooth connection will be disconnected.
When Bluetooth connection if the user short‐press the TWS button to make a TWS connection, The Bluetooth connection will be disconnected for a short time, after TWS paired, the Bluetooth will be connected again.
RGB Lighting:
When the speaker is turned on, the RGB light is on automatically, user can long‐press the Mode button to switch the RGB light on and off.

Hands‐free call:

Under Bluetooth connection status, if there is an incoming call, the user can short‐press the Play/Pause button to accept the call or the long‐press Play/Pause button to reject the call.
During the call, the user can long press the Play/Pause button to switch to talking on the phone.
Short‐press the Play/Pause button or operate on a mobile phone to end the call.

Reset Functionality:
If the speaker does not turn off or respond, the user can short‐press the RESET button with a small round pin to reset the speaker.
More Remarks:
The default volume is at 50% status of max volume.
Play time may vary depending on volume level and music style.

MAINTENANCE & SAFETY

Place the unit on a hard and flat surface so that the unit does not tilt.
Do not expose the unit to excessive humidity, rain, sand, or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
Do not cover the unit. Adequate ventilation to prevent heat build‐up.
To clean the set, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene, or abrasives as these may harm the cabinet.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If a fault occurs, it is important you first check the points listed below before taking the unit for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center.

WARNING:
No circumstances should you try to repair the unit yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty.

No Sound / Power
‐ Volume not adjusted Adjust the VOLUME
– Battery is Empty
– Connect the power cord for charging| No reaction to the operation of any of the controls
‐ Electrostatic discharge Switch off the unit. Connect it after a few seconds
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The working time is approximate, depending on how the device is used.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Vivax (MSI) is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Disposal of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
This symbol on the product(s) and /or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery, and recycling, please take this product(s) to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge. Alternatively, in some countries, you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with your national legislation.

Disposal of waste batteries

Check local regulations for the disposal of waste batteries or call your local customer service in order to get instructions on the disposal of old and used batteries. The batteries in this product should not be disposed of with household waste. Be sure to dispose of old batteries in special places for disposal l of used batteries that are found in all retail shops where you can buy batteries.

EU Declaration of Conformity
This device is manufactured in accordance with the applicable European standards and in accordance with applicable RED Directives 2014/53/EU and Regulations. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.msan.hr/dokumentacijaartikala

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