00173233 - Photo accessory HAMA - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Selfie stick with Bluetooth remote control
Brand	Hama
Model	00173233
Color	Aluminum (silver)
Material	Aluminum
Length (retractable)	22 mm (folded) - 1000 mm (extended)
Diameter	22 mm
Weight	Approx. 150 g
Power supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 200 mAh
Charging time	Approx. 1 hour
Connectivity	Bluetooth 3.0+ (Class 2)
Bluetooth range	Up to 10 m (without obstacles)
System compatibility	iOS 5+ and Android 3.0+
Main features	Remote shutter, LED light (steady and flashing), smartphone holder
Supported types	Bluetooth-compatible smartphones and tablets
LED indicator	Red (charging), blue (connection/low battery)
Package contents	Aluminum selfie stick, USB cable, instruction manual
Care and cleaning	Clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth
Safety instructions	Avoid moisture, shocks, do not open the product
Spare parts	Not available (sealed product)
Repairability	Not user-serviceable
Warranty	Legal warranty, exclusion for improper use
Manufacturer	Hama GmbH & Co. KG, Germany

Frequently Asked Questions - 00173233 HAMA

How to connect the selfie stick to my smartphone?

Make sure your smartphone's Bluetooth is turned on. Press the ON/OFF button for 2 seconds until the LED flashes blue. In Bluetooth settings, select hama selfie. The connection is established automatically after the first time.

The selfie stick does not connect, what to do?

Check that Bluetooth is on, the battery is charged (red LED off), and no other device is connected. If needed, forget the device in Bluetooth settings and repeat pairing. The maximum range is 10 meters without obstacles.

How to charge the selfie stick?

Use the supplied USB cable to connect the micro USB port of the stick to a USB charger (recommended) or to a computer's USB port. The LED lights red during charging and turns off when complete. Charging time is approximately 1 hour.

How to use the LED light function?

Press the dedicated LED light button to turn it on in steady mode. A second press activates flashing mode. A third press turns off the LED. The light can be used independently as a bag lamp.

What is the compatibility with smartphones?

The stick is compatible with any smartphone or tablet running iOS 5.0 or Android 3.0 and later, with Bluetooth. The shutter function requires the smartphone's camera app.

How to take a photo with the remote?

After Bluetooth connection, open your smartphone's camera app. Place the smartphone in the holder, extend the telescopic arm to the desired length, then press the shutter on the handle.

The battery drains quickly, is this normal?

A low battery can affect the connection. Fully charge the stick. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn out. Recycle the product according to environmental guidelines (the battery is fixed).

How to clean the selfie stick?

Use a slightly damp lint-free cloth. Avoid harsh detergents and do not allow liquid to enter the device. Then wipe dry with a cloth.

What are the important safety instructions?

Protect the product from moisture, shocks, and heat. Do not use it in areas where electronic devices are prohibited. Do not attempt to open or modify the device, as this will void the warranty. Recycle it at the end of its life.

What to do if the stick stops responding?

Make sure the battery is charged. If the problem persists, perform a reset by holding the ON/OFF button for 10 seconds. If nothing works, contact Hama customer service at [phone] or visit www.hama.com.

USER MANUAL 00173233 HAMA

Operating Instructions

Bedienungsanleitung

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Controls and Displays

1. USB charging port
2. LED light
3. ON/OFF button
4. Bluetooth remote release
5. Button for LED light
6. Status LED
7. Smartphone bracket

Thank you for choosing a Hama product.

Take your time and read the following instructions and information completely.

Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. If you sell the device, please pass these operating instructions on to the new owner.

1. Explanation of Warning Symbols and Notes

Warning

This symbol is used to indicate safety instructions or to draw your attention to specific hazards and risks.

Note

This symbol is used to indicate additional information or important notes.

2. Package Contents

• S elfie "Aluminium" Bluetooth
  • U SB charging cable
  • These operating instructions

3. Safety Notes

• P rotec the product from dirt, moisture and overheating, and only use it in a dry environment.
• Do not use the product in areas where the use of electronic devices is not permitted.
• Do not use the product in moist environments and avoid splashes.
• Do not drop the product and do not expose it to any major shocks.
• D ispose of packaging material immediately according to locally applicable regulations.
• Since the battery is integrated and cannot be removed, you will need to dispose of the product as a whole. Do this in compliance with the legal requirements.
• Do not open the device or continue to operate it if it becomes damaged.
• Do not modify the product in any way. Doing so voids the warranty.

4. System Requirements

The Selfie “Aluminium” Bluetooth supports Bluetooth-capable terminal devices such as smartphones and tablet PCs that use the iOS 5 or Android 3.0 (or newer) operating systems.

Note

• Note that some terminal devices may not support this product.
• P lease refer to the operating instructions for the device you are using.

5. Getting Started

Note

• U se only a suitable charger when charging the battery. Follow the charger's operating instructions!

• When stored over a long period of time, batteries should be charged regularly (at least every three months).

• The product is equipped with a built-in battery.

• Charge the battery fully before using the device for the first time.
• To charge the battery, use the included USB charging cable to connect the Micro USB charging port on the product (1) to a USB charger or the USB port of your notebook/computer (must be switched on).
• T he status LED (6) illuminates red while the battery is charging and switches off once the battery is fully charged. If the battery is dead, the status LED slowly flashes blue.

Warning - Karging

- A s a rule, do not charge devices or USB connections that are defective and do not try to repair them yourself.

6. Operation

Note

• The functions described in this section are only available for Bluetooth-capable terminal devices.
• Note that the max. range of Bluetooth without any obstacles such as walls, people, etc. is 10 metres.

6.1. Bluetooth connection

Note - Pairing

• Make sure that your Bluetooth-capable terminal device is on and Bluetooth is activated.
• Make sure that your Bluetooth-capable terminal device is visible for other Bluetooth devices.

• For more information, please refer to the operating instructions of your terminal device.

• Press ON/OFF for about 2 seconds.

• T he status LED initially illuminates blue, then switches off for several seconds before flashing blue.

• T his means the Bluetooth remote release is searching for a Bluetooth connection.

• O pen the Bluetooth settings on your terminal device and wait until hama selfie appears in the list of Bluetooth devices found.
• S elect hama selfie and wait until hama selfie is listed as connected in the Bluetooth settings on your terminal device. The status LED (2) switches off.

Note - atomic connection and possible problems

After the devices have been paired once, the connection is then established automatically. If the Bluetooth connection is not established automatically, check the following:
- Check the Bluetooth settings of your terminal device to see whether hama selfie is connected. If it is not, repeat the steps described above.
- Check whether obstacles are impairing the range. If so, move the devices closer together.

• Low battery charge can impair the connection. Fully charge the battery if necessary.
• Only one Bluetooth device can be connected at a time. If there is an active connection to another
• device, deactivate this connection and try again.

6.2. Remote release function

• Once you have established the Bluetooth connection, open the camera function on your terminal device and select the desired camera (front or rear camera), if applicable.
• Mount the smartphone in the bracket (7) and ensure that it is secure.
• Extend the Selfie "Aluminium" Bluetooth telescopic pole to the desired length.
• Press the release button (4) to trigger the selected function (selfie, photo, video).

6.3 LED light function

The Selfie Aluminium is equipped with an integrated LED light function, which can be used to light up a handbag, for example. Press the button once in order to activate the LED light. If you press the button again, the LED light will start flashing. Pressing it a third time ends the LED light function.

7. Care and Maintenance

Only clean this product with a slightly damp, lint-free cloth and do not use aggressive cleaning agents. Make sure that water does not get into the product.

8. Warranty Disclaimer

Hama GmbH & Co. KG assumes no liability and provides no warranty for damage resulting from improper installation/mounting, improper use of the product or from failure to observe the operating instructions and/or safety notes.

Please contact Hama Product Consulting if you have any questions about this product. Hotline: [phone] (German/English) Further support information can be found here: www.hama.com

10. Technical Data

Bluetooth version 3.0 and newer

Bluetooth Class Class 2

Bluetooth Range max. 10 m

Dimensions (∅ x L) 22 x 1000 mm

Battery capacity 200 mAh

Charging time ca. 1h

11. Recycling Information

Note on environmental protection:

After the implementation of the European Directive 2002/96/EU and 2006/66/EU in the national legal system, the following applies: Electric and electronic devices as well as batteries must

not be disposed of with household waste. Consumers are obliged by law to return electrical and electronic devices as well as batteries at the end of their service lives to the public collecting points set up for this purpose or point of sale. Details to this are defined by the national law of the respective country. This symbol on the product, the instruction manual or the package indicates that a product is subject to these regulations.

By recycling, reusing the materials or other forms of utilising old devices/Batteries, you are making an important contribution to protecting our environment.

12. Declaration of Conformity

CE Hereby, Hama GmbH & Co. KG, declares that 00004284 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. See www.hama.com for declaration of conformity according to R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC guidelines.

Bluetooth Class Class 2

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