SOUND PRO NDS-1520 Portable 15 Inch Bluetooth Party Speaker Instruction Manual

Portable 15″ Bluetooth®
Party Speaker with Circular
Multi-Color Disco Light NDS-1520
Instruction Manual

Please read carefully before use and keep for future reference.

WARNING

CAUTION
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK) OF THE UNIT. REFER SERVICING ONLY TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
**** The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.
2. Guard this manual.
3. Obey all alerts.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Do not store and operate this product near liquid.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Not store and not operate this product near any heat sources such as radiators and heat registers, stove or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Keep this product in a well-ventilated place.
8. Not ignore the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized plug has two blades being wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades plus a round pin to the ground. The wide blade or the third prong is intended to provide security. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace the outlet.
9. Protect all wires connected to this unit from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs and the point where the cord exits the unit. When unplugging from the electrical outlet, grasp the plug and do not pull the cord.
10. Disconnect the unit during lightning storms or when the long period is to remain unused.
11. Keep this unit off when connecting all the devices connected to it.
12. After finishing the installation and connections, connect all your equipment with a low volume level. Once all devices are connected, slowly increase the volume or level controls to achieve the proper position.
13. Before placement, installation, assembly, or suspending any product, inspect all equipment, suspension, cabinets, transducers, brackets, and associated equipment. Any missing component, corroded, deformed, or with non-nominal load can reduce the intensity, placement, and arrangement of the installation significantly. Any of these conditions can reduce the security of the facility and must be corrected immediately. Use only suitable equipment for the loading conditions of the installation and that any possibility of reducing term, unexpected overload, never exceed the capacity of the material or equipment.
14. Consult a licensed professional to install the equipment and make sure that all local, regional and national regulations related to security are understood and adhered to.
15. All services should be performed by qualified professionals. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, as if having the power cord or its damaged connector, or if the machine breaks contact with liquid or if any object is inserted in the unit or if the unit is exposed to rain or moisture, or if the unit does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CHARGE THE BATTERY FULLY BEFORE FIRST USE TO OPTIMIZE ITS LIFETIME PERFORMANCE.

IN THE BOX

Upon opening your new party speaker, first, check to ensure all of the following contents are present:

• Party Speaker
• Remote Control
• Wired Microphone
• UL Power Adapter
• User Manual

KEY FEATURES

• 15′ Full-frequency speaker pumps out room-filling. high-quality audio with ease.
• Bluetooth,0 functionality allows you to wirelessly stream all your favorite music content from Bluetooth-enabled devices in high-quality audio.
• Connect to other Sound Pro NDS-1520 True Wireless Speakers (TWS) allowing you to sync speakers up to 33 feet from each other without any wires.
• Start the party off right with the Circular Multi-Color Disco Light.
• Release your inner Rock star with friends and family thanks to the included wired microphone.
• User-Friendly operator experience thanks to the clear LED display.
• Enjoy media from removable storage devices, such as USB flash drives and TF cards via the USB input and TF card slot.
• Manually connect to external media devices via the 3.5mm auxiliary input.
• Tune in on all your favorite local radio stations thanks to the FM tuner.
• Take full control of your speaker thanks to the included 5 master control knobs.
• Built-in trolley and wheels allow you to move the speaker anywhere easily.
• Accessories included: Remote Control, User Manual, Wired Microphone. UL Power Adapter.

CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW

1. Power Switch: ON/OFF
2. Light Switch: ON/ OFF
3. Master volume Knob: Adjust from Min to Max
4. Treble Knob: Adjust from Min to Max
5. Bass Knob: Adjust from Min to Max
6. Microphone Volume Knob: Adjust from Min to Max
7. Echo of Microphone Adjustment: Adjust from Min to Max
8. Previous Track Button: Select previous track. Press and hold to record the sound. Play/Pause Button(TWS connection). Next Track Button: Select the next track. Press and hold to play the recording file. Mode Button: Toggle between AUX, USB, TF, FM, BT
9. AUX IN
10. Microphone Input
11. TF Card Slot
12. USB Slot
13. Power Supply: DC 5V
14. Battery Indicator

REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW

1. STANDBY: Make the unit to be standby mode
2. Input Mode Button: Toggle between USB,TF, FM, AUX,BT
3. Mute: Mute the track
4. PLAY/PAUSE
5. Previous Track: Select previous channel
6. Next Track: Select the next channel.
7. EQ: Select EQ mode.
8. VOL-:Reduce the master volume
9. VOL+: Increase the master volume
10. REP: Repeat the playing track.
11. Press to Scan Channel in FM Mode 12-21.KEY Number for selecting the curtain track for USB flash drive or TF card.

PAIRING A BLUETOOTH® DEVICE

Use Bluetooth® mode to stream music from a Bluetooth® enabled player (e.g., smartphone or tablet device). A device must be paired with the unit before using them together for the first time.
To pair a Bluetooth® enabled device with the Speaker, follow these steps:

1. Make sure Bluetooth® is enabled on your device and that it is next to the unit before attempting to pair it.
2. Turn on the Speaker. Use the Mode button to switch to Bluetooth® mode.
3. Use your device to search for nearby Bluetooth devices. The Speaker will be listed as “SOUND PRO NDS-1520”. (This function is usually in the Bluetooth® settings menu; refer to your device’s instruction manual to learn more.)
4. Select °SOUND PRO-NDS-1520″ from the list of found/available devices The Speaker will make a confirmation tone upon successful connection.

You can now start playback on your connected device to begin streaming music to the speaker.

TWS FUNCTION

The Wireless speaker allows you to enjoy your favorite audio played over multiple speakers at the same time thanks to the included TWS function. To use the TWS function, follow these steps:

1. Turn on the speakers you intend to use. Use the Mode button to switch the Bluetooth® mode. The word “BLUE” on the LED screen will flash.
2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE (TWS) button on one of the speakers and hold it for 3 seconds. The two speakers will connect.
3. Open the Bluetooth® settings menu on your external device and initiate a search for nearby devices. Select “SOUND PRO NDS-1520” and connect.
4. Begin playback and the audio will play through the two connected speakers.
5. To exit TWS mode, press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE (TWS) button for 3 seconds.

NOTE: TWS functionality is for two speakers at a time only. It can not support more than two speakers at the same time.

USB / TF MODE

The Wireless speaker allows you to enjoy your favorite audio played from external storage devices, such as USB flash drives and TF memory cards. To use do so, follow these steps:

1. Insert the USB / TF card into the USB port / TF card slot.
2. Press the “Play/Pause° button to start or stop playback. Briefly press the or button to skip to the previous or next song.

NOTE: When a USB flash drive / TF memory card is inserted into the USB port / TF card slot, the unit will automatically switch to USB / TF mode and begin playing MP3 audio files from the USB flash drive I TF memory card.

FM RADIO

The Wireless speaker allows you to enjoy your favorite local FM radio stations. To use do so, follow these steps:

1. Press the MODE button to change to FM radio mode.
2. Press the “Play/Pause” button to automatically search for available FM channels.
3. Once the scan is complete, you can use the  or  next stations button to search the previous

NOTE: During the station scan, the Bluetooth speakers will pre-record all found stations into memory. The scan procedure will take several minutes to complete and should not be interrupted.

AUX INPUT

The Wireless speaker allows you to enjoy your favorite audio played from external devices that don’t have Bluetooth® capabilities via the auxiliary input. To use do so, follow these steps:

1. Press the MODE button to change to AUX mode.
2. Insert an auxiliary audio cable (not included) into the AUX input on the speaker.
3. Plug the other end of the audio cable into the desired external media device’s AUX input.
4. Press the “Play/Pause” button to start or stop playback. Briefly press the  or button to skip to the previous or next song.

NOTE: You can enter AUX mode by pressing the “MODE” button to cycle through modes.

RECORDING FUNCTION

The wireless speaker allows you to record your own audio using the included wired microphone and USB port / TF card slot. To do so, follow these steps:

1. Insert USB flash drive / TF card
2. Insert the wired microphone and ensure it is working.
3. Press and hold the “Previous (REC) Button” to begin recording sound.
4. Press and hold the “Next (REC PLAY) Button” to play the recorded file.
5. Press and hold the “Next (REC PLAY) Button” again to exit the recording function.

BATTERY

The NDS-1520 is a lithium battery-powered PA loudspeaker.
Be sure that you have completely charged the battery prior to first use to maximize the battery’s lifespan. Once the power adaptor is connected to a power source, it will automatically begin charging (3-5 hours to fully charge the lithium battery). Even if the battery power is low, it will power on when connected to a power source.
– When the battery power is charging, the battery indicator light is red. – When the battery is fully charged, the indicator light will turn off.
NOTE: With standard usage, a fully charged battery can play for about 1 hour. The battery can be recharged about 300 times in its lifetime.
NOTE: When not in use, the speaker should always be set OFF, to prevent the unit from draining the battery. When the unit is not used for prolonged periods of time, the battery will gradually lose its power. It is recommended to fully charge the battery at least every 60 days.

SPECIFICATIONS

Volume
Power Source| 3.7V, 3000mAh Rechargeable Battery
Battery Type| Built-in Lithium Rechargeable
Play Time| Up to 2 Hours (Playtime will vary depending on the volume level and type of media played)
Accessories Included| Remote Control, User Manual, Wired Microphone, UL Power Adapter

FCC NOTICE

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 that may cause undesired operation.
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.

CAUTION ON MODIFICATIONS

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device may void the authority granted by the FCC to operate the equipment.

SUPPORT

If you have problems with your device, please consult the instructions in this manual. Please also visit us on the web at www.naxa.com to get up-to-the-minute news, alerts, and documentation for your device. For additional assistance, please contact Naxa Technical Support.
Naxa Technical Support
2320 East 49th St.
Vernon, CA 90058
866-411-6292
http://www.naxa.com/supportcenter/

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