SHARP PS-919 2.1 Party Speaker System User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: Sharp

SHARP PS-919 2.1 Party Speaker System User Manual

Important safety instructions

The lightning fl ash with 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 suffi cient magnitude as to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Only use the power supply stated in the user manual.
This symbol means that the product should be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and not with general household waste.
AC voltage
DC voltage
Class II equipment
For indoor use only
Energy effi ciency marking with level VI
Polarity of d.c. power connector

Warning:

Always follow basic safety precautions when using this appliance, especiallywhen children are present.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with theappliance.
Do not damage the power cord, do not place any heavy objects on it, donot strech it or bend it and do not attach extension cables. If the supplycord is damaged, fi re or electric shock may occur.
Ensure that the unit is plugged into an AC 220-240V 50Hz power outlet.Using higher voltage may cause the unit to malfunction or even catchfi re.
If the power plug does not fi t into the socket, do not force it.
Connecting or disconnecting the power cord with wet hands may causeelectric shock.
Ensure that the mains plug is always easily accessible.
This product does not contain any parts that are serviceable by theuser. In case of a fault, contact the manufacturer or authorised servicedepartment. Exposing the internal parts inside the device may endangeryour life. The manufacturers guarantee does not extend to faults caused by repairs carried out by unauthorised third parties.
Do not use this product immediately after unpacking. Wait until it warms up to room temperature before using it.
Ensure this product is used in moderate climates only (not in tropical/ subtropical climates).
Place product on a fl at, stable surface that is not subject to vibrations.
Ensure the product and its parts is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to this product, do not expose it to direct sunlight, dust, rain and moisture. Never expose it to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids on or near the product.
Do not place objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
Do not place the product where the humidity is high and ventilation is poor.
Don’t mount this product on a wall or ceiling.
Do not place the unit near TVs, speakers and other objects that generate strong magnetic fi elds.
Do not leave the unit unattended when it is in use.Allow at least 30 cm clearance from the rear and the top of the unit and 5 cm from each side. Do not block any ventilation openings of this product. Always ensure that the ventilation openings are not coveredwith items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slotsor any other openings in the unit’s casing as this could result in a fatalelectric shock.
Storms are dangerous for all electric appliances. If the mains or aerialwiring is struck by lightning, the appliance might get damaged, even if itis turned off . You should disconnect all the cables and connectors of theappliance before a storm.

Maintenance

Unplug the power cable from the power source before cleaning the appliance.
Use a soft and clean rag to clean the outside of the unit. Never clean it with chemicals or detergent.

Power Adapter

If the unit will not be used for a period of time it it recommended to switch the unit off and remove the AC power plug from the mains outletOnly use the supplied mains adaptor as failure to do this may result in a safety risk and/or damage to the unit.

Built-in Battery Care

Your product is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery.
The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but will eventually wear out.
Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the product when not in use.
Do not leave a fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime.
If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time.
Leaving the product in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in thesummer and winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and life time ofthe battery.Always try to keep your device in a cool, moisture-free environmentthat’s less than 32°C.
A product with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance is particularly limited in temperatures well below freezing.
If you plan to store your device for longer than six months, charge the battery to 50% every six months to keep it fresh. Store the device at temperatures between 5 °C and 20 °C.

Battery warning!

The battery used in this product may present a risk of fi re or chemical burn if mistreated.
Do not attempt to open the product to replace the battery, it is not designed to be changed.
Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste or in a fi re as they may explode.
Batteries may explode if damaged.

Charge the battery using the supplied charger only and follow the instructions detailed in this manual. Charging the battery under any other conditions may cause the battery to overhead, emit hydrogen gas, leak, ignite or burst.

CAUTION!

Important safety considerations
• Do not expose batteries to high temperatures and do not place them onlocations where the temperature might increase quickly, e.g. near thefire or on the direct sunshine.• Do not expose batteries to excessive radiant heat, do not throw theminto the fi re, do not disassemble them and do not try to recharge unrechargeablebatteries. They could leak or explode.
To prevent deterioration or damage to the battery
• Do not drop or subject to strong physical shock.
To ensure long battery life
• Do not discharge completely.
How to remove the battery for disposal

RISK OF INJURY. WEAR GLOVES WHEN WORKING!

The battery should be removed by an authorized Sharp service centr
Not doing so will invalidate any guarantees and warranties on yourdevice.

Remove the metal speaker grille on the front of the unit by gently prisingb it off with a fl at head screwdriver.

Remove the 7 rubber screw covers on the front of the unit and unscrew the screws using a Philips screwdriver.
Remove 1 screw from the bottom of the front half of the cabinet.
Open the main casing.
Locate the circuit board on the back part of the cabinet.
Remove the 4 screws in the corners of the circuit board which are holding it in place. Lift the circuit board out carefully.
Disconnect the battery pack connector from the circuit board.
Gently pull the battery pack away from the circuit board by peeling it off the adhesive pad holding it in place.

Disposal of this equipment and Batteries

Do not dispose of this product or its batteries as unsorted municipal waste. Return it to a designated collection pointfor the recycling of WEEE in accordance with local law. By
doing so, you will help to conserve resources and protectthe environment.
Most of the EU countries regulate the disposal of batteriesby law. Contact your retailer or local authorities for more information.
The shown above appears on electrical and electronivcal equipmentand batteries (or the packaging) to remind users of this. If “Hg” or ‘Pb’appears below the symbol, this mean that the battery can
- tains traces ofmercury (Hg) or lead (Pb), respectively.
Users are requested to use existing return facilities for used equipmentand batteries.

CE and UKCA statement:

Hereby, Sharp Consumer Electronics Poland sp. z o.o. declares that this audio device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of RED Directive 2014/53/EU and UK Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.
he full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available by following the link www.sharpconsumer.com and then entering download section of your model and choosing “CE Statements”.

What is included in the box

1 × PS-919
1 × Power Adapter with AC plug
1 × User Manual
1 × Quick start gu
1 × Warranty Card

Panels & Controls

TOP VIEW

butto – Press the button to turn on the unit. Long press the button to turn off the unit.

button – Short press: changes the front light mode Long press (2 sec): changes the si
de light mode Longer press (4 secs): switch all the lights off
button – Short press the button to toggle between Bass & 3D surround sound modes:
A. Bass Off , 3D Off – orange LED is off
B. Bass On, 3D Off – orange LED continuously lit
C. Bass Off , 3D On – orange LED slowly fl ashing
A long press of the button will swich off both modes: Bass Off , 3D Off .
tton – Press the button to turn up the volume. Long press the button to skip to the next playing track.
SOURCE button – Press the button repeatedly to switch the playback mode: Bluetooth, AUX, USB. A long press of the button will activate the TWS/Duo mode function.
Note that the USB mode can only be selected if a USB stick is plugged into the unit.
button – Press the button to play or pause the playback. Long press of the button will disconnect bluetooth connection.button – Press the button to turn down the playing volume. Long press the button skip to the previous playing track.
SOURCE INDICATOR – Switch to Bluetooth mode, the blue light turns on and starts fl ashing when pairing. Once paired, the blue light stops fl ashing. Switch to USB mode, the blue light fl ashes rapidly three times, then goes off , then two seconds later, three times, and so itch to AUX mode, the blue light fl ashes slowly and continuouslBATTERY STATUS INDICATOR
3D/Bass indication – When Bass Off and 3D surround Off LED is Off . When Bass On and 3D surround Off orange LED continuously light. When Bass Off and 3D surround On orange LED slowly fl ashing
RECHARGING INDICATOR – When the charger is connected, red light turns on. When the device is fully charged, the red light turns off .

REAR VIEW

DC 18V – AC Adapter input port.

USB PORT – The USB 2.0 5V/1A port allows you to charge your mobile device from the speakers built-in battery. You can also playback MP3 audio fi les stored on a USB device up to 32GB which uses a FAT32 fi le system.
AUX IN JACK – Connect other audio devices via a 3.5mm jack audio cable.

Operation instruction

Charging the Speaker
This speaker uses a built-in battery pack. Before using it, charge the batteries by connecting the AC adapter.
Connect the AC power adapter (supplied) to the DC 18V input port on the rear of the unit, and then to the wall outlet.

CAUTION: Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device. If you do not use the supplied AC adapter charging performance could be aff ected and it may
cause permanent damage.

Power On the Speaker Press POWER ON/OFF button on the top panel of the

unit to power on.
The fi rst time you use the speaker, the “Source indicator“ fl ashes blue, indicating that the unit is in paring mode.

TIPS:

– In order to disable or enable the voice prompts, please press and hold SOURCE button 3 seconds during power up operation.
– When you power on the speaker again after Bluetooth setup, the unit will search for the previous paired device. Once found, it will pair with that device automatically.

Power Off the Speaker

Press the POWER ON/OFF button to turn off the unit.
After 15 mins with no activity/connection the unit will automatically power
off to conserve the battery.

Bluetooth Connection

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly until the voice prompt states”Bluetooth”.
Make sure that the unit is in pairing mode (blue light fl ashing).
Enable Bluetooth on the device to be paired with the unit. Select‘’Sharp PS-919,, from the available devices (enter the password‘’0000,, if necessary) to start pairing and connection with the unit.
After successful connection the “SOURCE INDICATOR” will turn solidblue and you will hear a voice prompt (“Connected”).
This unit is compatible with the voice assistant on your smart device.

NOTES:

– This speaker supports automatic connection with a previously paireddevice after power off and power on again.– If you want to pair with a new Bluetooth device, you must disconnect thepaired device.
– To disconnect the Bluetooth connection, long press button or youcan turn off the Bluetooth function in your smart device. The voice promptwill state “disconnected” when complete.

Connect two PS-919 via Bluetooth (TWS) TWS/True wireless Stereo –

Duo Mod This allows for two PS-919 party speakers to be connected together as a left and right stereo speakers for a wider stereo sound-stage.

Thefi rst speaker is the primary one (left audio channel) and the second the secondary (right audio channel).Press and hold the SOURCE button on the second speaker untispeaker says “Duo Mode pairing” then release the button.
Please wait until speakers say “Duo Mode connected”. The speakers arenow connected to each other.
Pair the primary speaker with your phoneFor Bluetooth pairing to a Bluetooth-out enabled smart device search luetooth Pairing name “Sharp PS-919” on your device and pair.
When you will power off one speaker in Duo Mode, both speakers will power off .
When you Power on the speakers, they need to be turned on individually.
When both speakers are powered on Duo Mode will automatically reconnect and you will hear “Duo Mode connected”. • To disconnect Duo Mode press and hold SOURCE button on the secondary speaker until you hear “Duo Mode disconnected”

NOTES:

– It takes up to 1 minute to connect to Duo Mode.
– When you enjoy Duo Mode, Multi phone pairing is not supported. The primary speaker connects only one Bluetooth device.
– In Duo Mode, you can connect to only the primary speaker with the Bluetooth device. – To change the Bluetooth device in Duo Mode, press and hold on primary unit for 3 seconds to disconnect current Bluetooth device and connect to the desired Bluetooth device.
– When you connect a Bluetooth device (iOS device etc.) to this unit or operate the device, the volume level can be synchronized between eachdevice.– When in Duo Mode, the functions of , and buttons
will be synchronized with two speakers.
– In Duo Mode, make the distance between the speakers as close as possible each other.
– Depending on network environment, the Duo Mode may not work well.
– When the Duo Mode is entered, some mobile phones (ex. AptX HD supported devices) play music after a brief pause.
– Some mobile phones might not play music properly when you try to connect Duo Mode during playback.
– Reset the Duo Mode connection: Disconnect by long press the SOURbutton on the secondary speaker until you hear ” Duo Mode disconnected”. Connection is reset.

Listening to Music from External Device

The unit can be used to listen to the music from many types of external device.

Connect an auxiliary audio device to the unit through the 3.5mm audio input port.
Press the SOURCE button to repeatedly to switch to AUX mode. The blue light fl ashes slowly in Aux mode
Play and control music on the audio device, and use the and buttons on the unit to adjust the volume.

USB Playback and Charging functions

the USB port on the rear panel of the unit supports playback and charging.

Insert the USB drive into the USB slot on the back of the unit.
The speaker will enter USB mode automatically.
The speaker will start to play songs from the USB immediately.
NOTES:
– The USB mode only can be entered when a USB device is connected.
– supports USB devices up to 32GB capacity
– supported audio format is MP3
Mobile devices can be charged via the USB port.

Adjust the Light Effects

Short press the button on the top panel of the unit to change the

shing mode for the centre light. There are 4 fl ashing eff ects:
– Colors gradually fl ashing.
– Dynamic fl ashing, the lights will fl ashes with the music.
– Color rotating fl ashing.
– Monochrome rotating fl ashing.
Long press (2 sec): changes the side light mode
Longer press (4 secs) : switch all the lights off