Sangean Electronics BB100 FM /AM DIGITAL TUNINGRADIO WITH BLUETOOTHPLAYBACK User Manual BLUEBOX BB 100 0901
Sangean Electronics Inc FM /AM DIGITAL TUNINGRADIO WITH BLUETOOTHPLAYBACK BLUEBOX BB 100 0901
User manual
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BLUEBOX(BB‐100)
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by SANGEAN ELECTRONICS INC. is under license.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings
4. Follow all instructions
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Do not defect the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet
– USA version only.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, Do not expose this
appliance to Rain or Moisture.
16. The Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbol
is provided on the bottom panel of unit.
17. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, shall be placed on the apparatus.
18. For outdoors use, to avoid electric shock, use battery only during
a raining day or the weather is wet.
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For United States:
Cautions to the user
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
RF exposure statements
IMPORTANT NOTE:
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20cm (8 inches) from all persons and
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. No change to the antenna or the device is
permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device could result in
the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void user’s
authority to operate the device.
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
guaranty 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: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service
personnel only. To reduce the risk of the electric shock, do not perform
any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
unless you are qualified to so.
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Controls
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1.Volume Control knob
2.Tuning Control knob
3.FM antenna
4.Charge LED indicator
5.Bluetooth status indicator
6.LCD display
7.Preset 1/ Rewind button
8.Preset 2/ Play/Pause button
9.Preset 3/ Fast-forward button
10.Power button
11.Band/Step button
12.Preset 5
13.Preset 4/ Bluetooth pairing button
14.Speaker
15.Battery Compartment
16.AC power cord storage
17.AC power cord
18.Rechargeable battery (Charger)/Normal battery (Batteries) Switch
19.Aux In socket
LCD Display
A.Band Indicator
B.Frequency
C.Preset Stations
D.Low Battery Indicator
Power the radio
1. Installing the batteries, first turn battery cover fixture anti-clockwise
to loosen and open the battery cover.
Note:
Before you insert the batteries, if you use non-rechargeable batteries,
make sure the Charger/Batteries switch which located inside
the battery compartment is switched to Batteries position.
If you use rechargeable batteries, make sure to switch Charger/
Batteries switch to Charger position.
2. Insert 4 X C size (UM-2) battery into the compartment. Ensure
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the battery is inserted in accordance with the diagram shown.
Close the battery cover and fasten the fixture by turning clockwise.
If the radio is not to be used for any extended period of time, it is
recommended that the battery is removed from the radio.
Reduced power, distortion and a “stuttering sound” or low battery
sign is flashing on the display are all signs that the batteries
need replacing or recharged. (see below charge the batteries)
3. AC Operation
Before plug the AC power cord into the AC socket, be sure the
voltage is correct. If you have batteries in the radio and connect
the AC power cord into the AC socket, the batteries will automatically
be disconnected.
AC power cord storage is designed to store the cord when the radio
is not in use.
Charge the batteries
Reduced power, distortion and a “stuttering sound” or low battery
sign is flashing on the display are all signs that the batteries
need recharged if you use rechargeable batteries to power the radio.
Note:
The radio can be charged only when the radio is off.
Connect the AC power cord into the AC socket to charge the batteries.
Make sure the battery type switch is set to Charger position.
When the battery charge indicator LED flashes red, this indicates the batteries
are charging. Charging time takes approx. 6-10 hours depending on capacity
the rechargeable batteries in use. When the batteries are fully charged, the
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charge LED will be steady on red color.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON CHARGING AND USING
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
1. Recharge the batteries in any case at least every 2 months.
2. Make sure the Battery Select switch next the battery compartment is set to the
“CHARGER” position.
3. Put the batteries in the compartment whilst paying attention to the correct polarity of
the batteries (+ and -).
4. First use: Charge new batteries in one continuous, uninterrupted, charge until they
are full. This first charge may take longer than normal. For longer battery life it is
advised to always recharge in one continuous, uninterrupted charge until batteries are
full and to not recharge again whilst the batteries are still full.
5. New batteries will only reach their full capacity after some time of use (several
charge – discharge cycles).
6. Leave the complete group of batteries in place inside the radio and do not use
these batteries or a few of them for other purposes. This will result in a mix of (fully)
charged and (partly) empty batteries. This can seriously damage the batteries and
radio when recharged.
7. It is advised to only charge batteries at room temperatures between 5 degrees C –
35 degrees C. In lower or higher temperatures full charge cannot be achieved.
8. Depending on the capacity of the batteries, charging from “empty” to “full” can take
several hours, even up to 10 hours or more.
9. Do not charge batteries when the radio is hot or exposed to heat or heat sources.
10. It is advised to clean the metal contacts of the batteries and of the charger inside
the radio e.g. with a contact-spray from time to time.
11. Do not use a mix of old and new rechargeable batteries.
12. Do not use a mix of rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries.
13. Do not use a mix of full and empty rechargeable batteries.
14. Do not use batteries that have a different mAh capacity.
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15. Do not use damaged, deformed or leaking batteries.
16. Battery level indication is an approximate indication only and can vary with battery
type used.
17. Batteries can become hot during charging.
18. In cold conditions the capacity of batteries will be much lower than when used at
normal room temperature
19. Batteries (even when supplied with the radio), as being consumables, do not fall
under the warranty conditions of the radio.
20. It is advised to use Perfectpro rechargeable batteries as the radio and its charger
were developed for use with these batteries.
21. Batteries should not be disposed of by incineration and with household waste.
22. Disposable batteries should be taken to a suitable recycling centre if possible.
Manual Tuning
1. Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
2. Select the required frequency band by pressing the Band/Step button.
3. Be sure to screw in the rubber FM antenna properly to get best
reception. For AM band, rotate the radio to get best signal.
4. Rotate the Tuning Control knob will change the frequency in the
following increments
FM: 50 or 100 kHz
AM: 9 or 10 kHz
5. Rotate the Volume Control knob to get required sound level.
6. To turn off the radio, press the Power button. Display will show OFF.
Memory presets stations
Storing stations in preset memories, please follow below steps.
There are 5 memory presets each for FM and AM radio.
1. Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
2. Tune to required station as previously described.
3. Press and hold down the required preset button until the radio beeps.
The preset number (e.g M1) will appear in the display and the station will
be stored under chosen preset button.
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4. Repeat this procedure for the remaining presets.
5. Stations stored in preset memories can be over written by following
above procedures.
Recall stations from preset memories
1. Press the Power button to turn on the radio.
2. Select the required frequency band by pressing the Band/Step button.
3. Momentarily press the required Preset button, the preset number
and station frequency will appear in the display.
Display backlight
When radio is switched on, press any button except Power button
will illuminate the LCD display for approx. 10 seconds.
Software version/Setting tuning step
Software version
The software display cannot be altered and is just for your reference.
1. When the radio is switched off, press and hold the Band/Step button 3
seconds until software version 'PXX' shown on the display.
Setting tuning step
Tuning step in some countries are different from where you purchase
the radio. If you buy the radio in Europe and intend to use in
Northern America or some Latin American countries, you may have
to adjust tuning step so the radio may continue to serve you well.
1. After the software version is shown on the display, continue pressing and
holding the Band/Step button until FM tuning step option appears and flashes
on the display. Then rotate the Tuning control knob to select 50 kHz or 100
kHz for FM radio. Press the Band/Step button to confirm the selection. Now the
AM tuning step option appears and flashes on the display
2. Rotate the Tuning control knob to select 9 kHz or 10 kHz for AM radio.
Press the Band/Step button to confirm the setting. The tuning step setting is
completed.
Note:
Adjusting the AM tuning step will erase your preset stations stored in the radio.
The AM memory presets will revert to factory default.
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Listening music via Bluetooth streaming
You need to pair your Bluetooth device with your BB-100 before you can
auto-link to play/stream Bluetooth music through your BB-100.Paring
creates a ‘bond’ so two devices can recognize each other.
Pairing and playing your Bluetooth device for the first time
1.Press the Power button to turn on the radio. Press the Band/Step
button to select Bluetooth(bt) function. The “bt” will show on the display.
The Bluetooth status indicator on the radio will flash a fast blue to show
the radio is discoverable.
2. Activate Bluetooth on your device according to the device’s user
manual to link to the radio. Locate the Bluetooth device list and
select the device named “BB-100”(With some Smartphone’s that are
equipped with earlier versions than BT2.1 Bluetooth device, you may
need to input the pass code “0000”).
3. Once connected, there will be a confirmation tone sound. The Bluetooth
status indicator will turn a solid blue. You can simply select and play any music
from your source device. The volume control can be adjusted from your source
device, or directly from the radio. To disconnect with your Bluetooth device,
Press and hold the Bluetooth pairing button for 2 seconds. To reconnect to
your Bluetooth device, press and release this button again.
4. Use the controls on your Bluetooth-enabled device or on the radio to
play/pause and navigate tracks.
Note:
1) If 2 Bluetooth devices are pairing for the first time, both must search
for your radio, it will show its availability on both devices. However,
if one device links with this unit first, then the other Bluetooth device
will not be found on the list.
2) If you take your source device out of range, the connection will be
temporarily disconnected to your radio. Your radio will automatically
reconnect if the source device is brought back in range. Be aware
that during the period of disconnection, no other Bluetooth device
can pair or link with your radio.
3) If “BB-100” shows in your Bluetooth device list but your device cannot
connect with it, please delete the item from your list and pair the
device with the radio again following the steps described previously.
4) The effective operation range between the system and the paired
device is approximately 10 meters (30 feet). Any obstacle between
the system and the device can reduce the operational range.
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5) Bluetooth connectivity performance may vary depending on
the connected Bluetooth devices. Please refer to the Bluetooth
capabilities of your device before connecting to your radio. All
features may not be supported on some paired Bluetooth devices.
6) With some mobile phones, making/receiving calls, text messages,
e-mails or any other activities unrelated to audio streaming may
mute the Bluetooth audio streaming or even temporarily disconnect
from your device. Such behavior is a function of the connected
device and does not indicate a fault with your BB-100.
Playing audio files in Bluetooth mode
When you have successfully connected your radio with the chosen
Bluetooth device you can start to play your music using the controls on
your connected Bluetooth device.
1.Once playing has started adjust the volume to the required setting
using the Volume control on your radio or on your enabled Bluetooth
device.
2. Use the controls on your device to play/pause and navigate tracks.
Alternatively, control the playback using Play/Pause ( ), Next track ( ) ,
Previous track buttons ( ) on the radio.
3. Press and hold the Fast-forward or Rewind button to move through
the current track. Press and release the button again when the desired point is
reached.
Note:
Not all player applications or devices may respond to all of these controls.
Playing a previously-paired Bluetooth source device
The BB-100 can memorize up to 2 paired
Bluetooth source devices, when the memory exceeds this
amount, the earliest paring device will be over written from
the device.
If your Bluetooth source device already paired with the
BB-100 previously, the unit will memorize your Bluetooth
source device and will attempt to reconnect with a Bluetooth
source device in the memory that was last connected. If the
last connected Bluetooth source device is not available, the
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BB-100 will try to connect to the second last Bluetooth
source device.
Disconnecting your Bluetooth device
1. Press and hold the Bluetooth pairing button for 2 seconds on the radio to
disconnect with your Bluetooth device or turn off Bluetooth function on your
Bluetooth device to disable the connection. You will hear a beep and the
Bluetooth status indicator on the radio will flash a fast blue to show the radio is
discoverable again for pairing.
2. You can also press the Band/Step button to select any mode other than
Bluetooth mode to disable the connection.
Reset the radio
If your radio fails to operate correctly or some digits on the display
are missing or incomplete, please carry out the following procedure.
1. Make sure your radio is switched off.
2. Press and hold the Preset button 5 and Band/Step button at the same time
for more than 2 seconds, the “dEF” symbol will appear and flash. Continue
holding down these two buttons jointly until all the icons show on the display.
All saved preset stations and Bluetooth memory will be cleared and the radio
will revert to factory default settings.
Aux In socket
The Aux In socket is to connect audio source (like MP3 player or
CD walkman) to listen the audio program via the speaker.
Remove the rubber cover, connect the audio source with a 3.5 mm
audio connector wire, rotate the Volume Control knob to play the audio
program.
Note:
You need to plug in 3.5 mm audio connector wire in order to change
to the Aux in band.
Specifications
Frequency Coverage
FM: 87.50 – 108 MHz
AM: 520 – 1710 kHz (10 kHz)
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522 – 1710 kHz (9 kHz)
AC Power
AC 120V/60Hz/10W
Batteries: 4 x C Size/UM-2/LR14 (recommend to use 4000mAh)
Output Power
2 Watt 10% T.H.D. @ 100 Hz @ DC battery 6V
4.5Watt 10% T.H.D. @ 100 Hz @ AC 120V
Bluetooth
Bluetooth specification Bluetooth® Ver 4.1
Profile Support A2DP, AVRCP1.4
Bluetooth Audio CODEC SBC
Transmitting Power Power Class 2
Line of sight range 10 meters/30 feet
Sangean reserves the right to amend the specification without notice.