FAMETEK Star Trek Bluetooth Communicator Badge user Guide

FAMETEK Star Trek Bluetooth Communicator Badge

Introduction

New Silver Metal Alpha plating protects the paint against deterioration and Bluetooth V5 for longer listening times. The most cutting-edge Star Trek souvenir in the Alpha Quadrant, the TNG ComBadge is much more than just a scaled-down reproduction of a prop. The Star Trek ComBadge chirps when you use voice commands and when you receive phone calls, as reported in reviews on Nerdist and Mashable. The ideal present for a geek! Any current phone with Bluetooth can be connected to the Star Trek Communicator using Bluetooth version 5 for a longer range and longer payback time. It has an integrated speaker and microphone for making and receiving phone calls.

Strong magnet backplate prevents clothing rips. | 48 hours of Cos-play “Chirp” mode / 2 hours of nonstop phone or music use. When you touch it for Cosplay, when you receive phone calls, or when you enable Siri, Google, Cortana, or Alexa, the iconic Star Trek TNG ComBadge chirp sound effect plays! You can keep your phone in your pocket while making phone calls, listening to music, or using your voice assistant thanks to the 30 to 300 foot Bluetooth “Badge to phone” range.

FEATURES

• Officially licensed STAR TREK: The Next Generation collectible
• Sound Clips: TNG Badge “Chirp” for Functions & Cos-play Mode
• Wireless Bluetooth® Connection to Phones, Tablets & Computers
• Built-In Omni-Directional Microphone
• Talk to SIRI or GOOGLE NOW for a hands free & ear free experience
• Answer or Make Phone Calls
• USB Rechargeable Battery
• Strong Neodymium Magnet for a comfortable wear
• Send and Listen to Texts and Emails
• Universal Translator *with 3rd party translation app

SPECIFICATIONS

• Connectivity: Wireless Bluetooth® v4.1 System
• Dimensions: 1.65” x 2.1” x 0.38” / 42mm x 53mm x 9.8mm
• Battery Life: 2-48 hours (varies on type of usage)
• Battery: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion via Micro USB
• Speakers: Custom made finely tuned chambered micro transducers
• Microphone: Omni-Directional with noise cancelation
• USB Port: Micro USB, DC 5V/1A
• Frequency: 500Hz-20KHz
• S/N: 88dB

PACKING:

• Unit x 1, USB cable x 1
• User guide x 1, Warranty Card x 1, Diagram x 1

BUTTON INTERFACE

ON:

Press and hold the button for 3 seconds or until you hear the “Chirp” sound effect.

BLUETOOTH CONNECT:

If this is the first time connecting, wait until the blue and red LED flashes. Look for FT-PIN on phone and press PAIR. If you have previously paired the badge it will auto-pair. You will hear a “beep” when connected and the blue LED will flash every 5 seconds. If no usage after 1 minute the badge will enter “Sleep Mode”. Any action like play/pause, incoming call, or text and the badge will wake

PLAY / PAUSE:

When connected you can PLAY / PAUSE music by pressing the button once

ANSWER / HANG-UP & REJECT CALLS:

Press the button 1 time to answer or hang up (will chirp) Press and hold 2-3 seconds to reject call (will beep)

SIRI / GOOGLE NOW:

Press button twice (quickly) to activate voice recognition on phone or tablet (will chirp before activates). If unit is sleeping you must press once to wake unit then double tap

COS-PLAY MODE / UN PAIR:

After the unit is ON it will automatically enter COSPLAY mode as long as you are not auto-connected to Bluetooth®. (COSPLAY mode is the same as PAIR MODE) If you are already connected to Bluetooth® press and hold the button for 2 seconds or until you hear the “chirp” and the blue and red LED flash at 2 second intervals. While in this mode press the button once for the “chirp” effect anytime on-demand. This unit will enter “sleep mode” after 5 minutes of non-use. To wake press button once and then resume “chirps”.

OFF:

Press and hold the button for around 5 seconds or until you hear the “chirp” noise and all LEDS are off

• Hold the gold oval when removing the back magnet plate. Do not pull on the metal Delta when removing the magnet plate
• Use 5V / 1A USB charge block or computer’s USB port
• Due to constant improvements specifications are subject to change without notice

VOICE INDICATION

• POWER ON: ~ “Chirp”
• BLUETOOTH CONNECTED: ~ Devices standard connect noise Cos-Play / Pair / Un-Pair Mode ~ “Chirp”
• VOICE RECOGNITION: ~ “Chirp” / devices standard noise Answer / End Call: ~ “Chirp”
• REJECT CALL: ~ Devices standard connect noise
• RECEIVE CALL: ~ “Chirp”
• WAKE FROM COSPLAY: ~ “Chirp”
• POWER OFF: ~ “Chirp”

BASE LED INDICATOR:

• RED LED FLASH = Low Battery Red LED = Charging
• BLUE LED = Fully Charged (When USB Connected)
• BLUE LED SLOW FLASH = Connected to Bluetooth (every 5 seconds) Blue and red LED FLASHES = Unpair / Cosplay Mode (every 2 seconds)
• BLUE AND RED LED FLASHES = Looking for Bluetooth connection(every 2 seconds)

BLUETOOTH PARING TROUBLESHOOTING:

If FT-PIN does not appear in your phone or tablets device manager make sure you are in PAIR MODE by confirming that the RED and BLUE LED’s are flashing at 2 second intervals. If you still do not see FT-PIN in the device manager recycle the unit by turning OFF and ON again.

CHARGING:

We recommend tuning off the device before charging Connect the device and power source via Micro-USB cable

Use a 1A / 5V USB charging block or connect to your computers USB port The Blue LED will turn on when charging is complete

• Although we employ protection circuitry, using a higher Amp/Volt charging block than recommended may damage your unit

TROUBLESHOOTING:

1. HEARING DISTORTION

• Lower the volume on your phone/device.
• Make sure it’s charged up! Check for low battery, and charge speaker via USB.

2. NOT LOUD ENOUGH

• Turn up the volume on your phone/device. B Make sure it’s charged up!

3. UNABLE TO PAIR WITH BLUETOOTH DEVICE

• Confirm that your phone/device is Bluetooth® compatible.
• Follow Bluetooth® paring instructions in this guide.
• Visit http://www.FameTek.com.

4. EXPERIENCING SIGNAL LOSS OR DROPOUTS VIA BLUETOOTH

• Move speaker closer to your phone/device.
• Make sure it’s charged up!
• Turn off your speaker and phone/device, then power up and reconnect.

WARNING

Please read these safety warnings and cautions carefully to ensure your personal safety and prevent property damage.

FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

• Do not expose your FameTek Speaker to liquid, moisture, humidity, or rain. Do not use the FameTek Speaker near a bathtub, sink, sauna, pool, or steam room. Exposure of the FameTek Speaker to moisture could result in electric shock.
• Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate, paint, or insert foreign objects in to the FameTek Speaker, such actions could result in electric shock.
• Clean the FameTek Speaker only with a dry cloth.
• Do not expose your FameTek Speaker to extremely high or low temperatures.
• Do not leave your FameTek Speaker in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Do not leave your FameTek Speaker near open flames such as cooking burners, candles, or fireplace s.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.

BATTERY/CHARGER HAZARD

• Do not dispose of your FameTek Speaker in a fire. The battery could explode causing injury , death or warp coil failure.
• Only charge the battery in accordance with the user instructions supplied with the FameTek Speaker.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the FameTek Speaker charger or force open the built-in battery because this may result in electric shock.
• Do not charge the FameTek Speaker in damp areas or in extremely high or low temperatures because this could result in electric shock.
• Do not clean the FameTek Speaker when it is being charged. Always unplug the charger first before cleaning the speaker.

AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT HAZARD

• Use caution while using this speaker when you are engaging in any activity that requires your full attention. Whether using a motor vehicle, boat or bike always drive safely, avoid distractions and follow local laws!
• Do not leave or store the FameTek Speaker near or over your automobile’s air bag because serious injury may result when an air bag deploys.
• Do not place the FameTek Speaker on high surfaces such as shelves. During music play back the speaker may fall.

CAUTION

If you have a pacemaker or other electrical medical devices, you should consult your physician before using this product. This product contains a neodymium magnet. Magnetic fields may interfere with the function of cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardio verter-defibrillators (ICDs).

• Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean your FameTek® Speaker because this could cause scratches and damage.
• Do not bring your FameTek® Speaker in to contact with any sharp objects because this could cause scratches and damage.
• Do not insert anything into your FameTek® Speaker unless otherwise specified in the user instructions. This may damage the internal components.
• Do not attempt to repair, modify, or disassemble your FameTek® Speaker yourself, it does not contain a Ny user-serviceable components.
• Do not attempt to replace your FameTek® Speaker battery, it is built -in and is not changeable.
• Keep out of the range of children under 6 years old to prevent choking on small removable parts.
• Use only the manufacturer suggested charger for your FameTek® Speaker. Other chargers could result in electric shock and damage speaker.
• Observe all signs and displays that require an electrical device or RF radio product to be switched off in designated areas.
• Turn off your FameTek® Speaker prior to boarding an aircraft. Do not use the FameTek® Speaker inside an aircraft unless allowed by your airline.
• Dispose of the speaker and the speaker’s battery in accordance with local regulations. Do not dispose of the battery with regular household waste.
• Any modification (such as removing the speaker grill) to the device, without prior authorization from the manufacturer, may void your warranty and authority to operate the device.

FAQs

How long is the battery life?

Peter is right! Probably less than 10 chirps but no more. Charged 3x in 24hrs. I disconnected Bluetooth thinking that would extend life. I guess if you had an event or convention run a battery pack cord thru shirt.

Can you depend on it if you have to get beamed out of dangerous situations?

You can depend on it to call someone to beam you out, yes.

What is different in the update VS the original. I have the original.

What I got 10/30/21 was disappointing! I can’t imagine v1 unless I got that somehow. Scuffed, terrible battery life, OK speaker, Plastic, typical ‘nese junk. Box has serial but no revision. 2017©.

Is there any kind of Klingon equivalent? I would like to have a badge that shouts out “nuqneh!”

That would be awesome but not in development. We are working on a Section 31 version for 2020.

This seems cute, but is it truly functional for calls? To clarify my question, how is the sound quality?

The sound quality is great; however, improvements need to made on the mic because when I made a call, the other party said they could barely hear me. Hope that help you out.

Can you talk to others with the same device? Like walkie talkies?

If you and your friends all download a walkie talkie app like zello on your smartphone or tablet, you could then send and receive messages with them from this device, but that it all through the app like any other Bluetooth device.

Is any application necessary to talk with iPhone?

It’s a straight Bluetooth connection, no application should be needed for iPhone or Android.

How do I tell it to beam me up?

Well you have to charge it up then turn it on sync it with your phone makes sure it works. Then wait 600 years.

Is there one with the Voyager badge design?

No there is not. The profile for the VOY badge is too thin. We are making a Section 31 badge for Summer 2023 but that will have a higher cost.

Looks like a cool product. Can I buy this without my friends making fun of me?

I guess it depends on who your friends are. My friends don’t are about Star Trek by any means but they thought this was cool. They thought it was Star Wars though so I really don’t care what they think.

When will a non-plastic version be available? In what way is the 2021 version different from previous versions?

If you have enough money, anything is possible. Supply and demand rules.

Does it have passthrough charging capabilities to overcome the short battery life?

Yes you can charge the unit while it is on and functioning. Just do not over charge the unit after it is 100% charged for more than 48 hours.

compatible with new iPhone 10 xr ??

Yes, the Star Trek Bluetooth Combadge is compatible with ANY phone that uses Bluetooth.

Is any application necessary to talk with iPhone?

No additional apps needed. this will work with any phone or tablet like a normal Bluetooth headset or speaker.

Will it pair to a Samsung galaxy 4 watch via Bluetooth

It will pair with ANY Bluetooth phone, PC or tablet that has Bluetooth features. As far as watches normally they are the ones pairing with phones or tablets so we don’t think it would although we have not tested this.

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