Pyle Portable Bluetooth Wireless Boombox Stereo System User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started
2. Charging the Battery
3. Bluetooth Connectivity
4. Using the FM Radio
5. Playing Music from USB Flash Drive or Micro SD Card
6. Connecting External Devices via Aux Input
7. Troubleshooting Tips
8. Frequently Asked Questions

1. Getting Started

Unpack your Pyle Portable Bluetooth Wireless Boombox Stereo System (PBMSPG7) and ensure the following items are included:

• Wireless Tube Speaker
• USB Charging Cable
• Audio Connection Cable (3.5mm)

2. Charging the Battery

Before using your PBMSPG7 for the first time, fully charge the built-in rechargeable battery:

1. Connect the USB charging cable to the speaker's charging port.
2. Plug the other end of the USB charging cable into a USB power source (e.g., computer or USB charger).
3. Allow the battery to charge completely. The LED indicator will turn off when the battery is fully charged.

3. Bluetooth Connectivity

To connect your Bluetooth-enabled device to the PBMSPG7:

1. Turn on the speaker by pressing the power button.
2. Enable Bluetooth on your device (e.g., smartphone, tablet, or computer).
3. Search for available Bluetooth devices and select "Pyle PBMSPG7" from the list.
4. Your device is now connected! Begin streaming music wirelessly from your device to the speaker.

4. Using the FM Radio

To listen to FM radio on your PBMSPG7:

1. Turn on the speaker by pressing the power button.
2. Press the "Mode" button to switch to FM radio mode.
3. Press and hold the "Play/Pause" button to activate auto-tuning. The speaker will automatically search for available FM stations and save them as presets.
4. Use the "Previous" and "Next" buttons to navigate through the saved FM stations.

5. Playing Music from USB Flash Drive or Micro SD Card

To play music from a USB flash drive or Micro SD card:

1. Insert the USB flash drive or Micro SD card into the appropriate slot on the speaker.
2. Turn on the speaker by pressing the power button.
3. Press the "Mode" button to switch to USB or Micro SD mode.
4. Use the "Previous" and "Next" buttons to navigate through the audio files on your USB flash drive or Micro SD card.
5. Press the "Play/Pause" button to play or pause the audio playback.

6. Connecting External Devices via Aux Input

To connect an external device (e.g., MP3 player, non-Bluetooth device) via the Aux input:

1. Connect the included audio connection cable to the Aux input jack on the speaker.
2. Plug the other end of the audio connection cable into the headphone or audio output jack of your external device.
3. Turn on the speaker by pressing the power button.
4. Press the "Mode" button to switch to Aux mode.
5. Begin playing music on your external device. The audio will be played through the speaker.

7. Troubleshooting Tips

• If the speaker is not turning on, ensure the battery is fully charged.
• If the Bluetooth connection is not working, ensure your device's Bluetooth is enabled and the speaker is within the 30-foot range.
• If the FM radio is not receiving stations, ensure the speaker is in an area with good reception and try auto-tuning again.
• If the USB or Micro SD playback is not working, ensure the files are in MP3 format and the storage device is properly inserted.
• If the Aux input is not working, ensure the audio connection cable is properly connected to both the speaker and the external device.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Bluetooth range of the PBMSPG7?
A: The Bluetooth range is over 30 feet.

Q: Can I connect multiple devices to the speaker at the same time?
A: No, the speaker can only be connected to one device at a time.

Q: Does the speaker have a built-in microphone for hands-free calling?
A: No, the PBMSPG7 does not have a built-in microphone.

Q: Can I connect non-Bluetooth devices to the speaker?
A: Yes, you can connect non-Bluetooth devices via the Aux input using the included audio connection cable.

Q: How long does the battery last on a full charge?
A: The battery life depends on the volume level and type of audio being played. On average, the battery lasts for several hours on a full charge.

FAQ:

Q: Can you charge your phone with it?
A: Yes, you can. All you have to do is power the speaker on, plug your phone cable into the USB port, and it should charge.

Q: Does this device have a shuffle feature when playing music off SD cards or flash drives?
A: No, it doesn't. The mode feature only changes Bluetooth, USB, micro SD card, FM, and aux in.

Q: Does this come with a charger?
A: It comes with the cord but not the charger.

Q: Will it connect simultaneously with my Pyle outdoor speakers so I can use it on the other side of the pool?
A: No, it won't connect to other speakers. The unit is using passive signal and will only accept Active Bluetooth signal.

Q: Want to learn a foreign language while driving in my work van using USB recorded material, is this loud enough? What size USB?
A: It should be. You have two volume controls - one on the speaker and one on the player. We haven't used the USB on the speaker.

Q: Does this have audible cues for e.g., power on/off, battery levels, connection status? Does it have lights that run all the time?
A: The sounds are only for Bluetooth connection, but there are no LED lights on this boombox.

Q: Does this come with a charger?
A: Yes, it comes with a micro USB cord.

Q: Does Sony make a Bluetooth speaker with an SD card?
A: They did, but then Panasonic took it and gave it to Hitachi, and that dork misplaced it.

Q: Does it have a mic to take and receive calls?
A: No.