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USER MANUAL Disco Cube iDance

50 Watts All-in-One SOUND and LIGHT Bluetooth PARTY SYSTEM

BC-100L

PARTY Systeme Tout-en-un Son et Lumiere de 50 Watts Bluetooth

ENGLISH....EN1-EN4

FRANÇAIS....FR1-FR4

NEDERLANDS ....D1-D4

DEUTSCH....DE1-DE4

ESPAÑOL....ES1-ES4

ITALIANO....IT1-IT4

PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATION THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

EUROPE OFFICE:

iDance Audio Europe

Salland 9

1948RE Beverwijk

The Netherlands

UK OFFICE:

iDance Audio U.K

Graham Lloyd Building, Midland

Structures Industrial Estate

AmphillRoad.BedfordMK428JJ.

United Kingdom

ASIA OFFICE:

IDance H.K.

Unit i, 6/F., MG Tower

133 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong,

Kowloon, Hong Kong.

This product meets the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.

WARNING

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double system.

The exclamation mark inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert user of the presence of the important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert User of the presence of un-insulated "hazardous voltage" within the product's enclosure, which may be of sufficient magnitude to induce a risk of electric shock to persons

NOTES:

Please do not attempt to open the back cover or power adapter as opening or removing the covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards, and it will also cause the restricted servicing to be disabled: There are no user servicing components inside.

NOTES:

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

■ NOTES:
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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 assistance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow all instructions.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings.
7. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's 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 defeat the safety 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.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, 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 manufacture, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Portable Cart Warning
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. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
17. The MAINS plugs used as the disconnect device, which shall remain readily operable.

Features

• Supports Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
• Supports A2DP profile(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
• Supports automatic device pairing
• Wireless range: 33 feet
• Built-in USB Player
• 3.5mm Aux input
• 6.3mm Microphones & Guitar input
• Easy access knob for volume control
• ON/OFF main power switch
• Build-in rechargeable battery
• LED Disco Ball
• Ultra light weight for perfect mobility

Panel Description Front & Rear panel

MIC. VOL ① + - + MODE |←→ →→ ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ Master VOLUME LED TOP FRONT - + iDance® BC100L MIC PRIORITY

Made IN CHINA ECHO ON OFF POWER DC9V/1A TF USB 12 13 CHARGING FULL AUX IN 14 MIC IN 15

1. Microphone volume
2. Master volume
3. Press and hold to activate microphone priority
4. Tap to switch different mode: Bluetooth / FM / USB / Line-in Previous track/channel on Bluetooth / USB / FM mode
5. Play/Stop on USB / Bluetooth mode, auto-scan in FM mode
6. Next track/channel on Bluetooth / USB / FM mode
7. Disco Ball LED On/Off
8. Tap for changing front LED light show pattern Hold this button for turning off front LED light show

9. Microphone echo level

10. Power On/Off switch

11. microUSB/TF slot
12. DC 9V power input (please only use adaptor included in the BC100Lpackage)
13. Charging LED indicator
14. 3.5MM audio input jack
15. 6.5MM microphone input jack

General operations

Power Connection

Before using your Bluetooth wireless sound system, make sure the battery level is sufficient at 60% or above for best performance, otherwise, please connect the adapter to AC main power to re-charge.

1. Firmly and securely insert the DC plug of the adaptor to the DC IN jack on the rear of the unit.
2. Plug the adaptor's AC plugs into an AC outlet.
3. Power on the unit by switching the POWER switch on the rear of the unit.
   Note: When the unit is not operated by the AC power or unused for long periods of the time, please remove the power adapter from the wall outlet and unplug from the main unit.

Charging instructions

This unit operates on a built-in Li-ion battery that can be recharged from a power adaptor (included)

CHARGING THE BATTERY FOR FIRST TIME

1. Charge the built-in Li-ion battery a minimum of 3 hours prior to first use.

Connect a power adaptor (see "Power connection") into the main unit and auto to charging the internal Li-ion battery.

1. Observe the internal battery charging level by the BATTERY INDICATOR on LCD display when the unit will power on.

RECHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY

After prolonged use, the internal battery will become weak and the operation may become intermittent. When the internal battery charge is low, the BATTERY INDICATOR will show low level alerting you to recharge the internal battery as soon as possible.

Note:

1. Charging time will vary if you are listening to music while charging the internal battery. We recommend you switch off the unit power during the charging process.
2. To prolong the life of a rechargeable battery, it is recommended to completely discharge it before fully charging it again.
3. Rechargeable batteries need to be cycled for maximum performance and longer battery life. If you don't use the player that often, be sure to recharge the battery at least once a month in order to keep the internal battery working properly.

Battery Note and Care

• Do not burn or bury batteries.
• Do not puncture or crush.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak
• Li-ion batteries must be recycled. Do not dispose of in the trash.
- Use only chargers rated for Li-ion cells. Be sure the charger's voltage and current settings are correct for the battery pack being charged.
- Charge batteries on a fireproof surface and away from flammable items or liquids.
- Batteries should NEVER be left unattended while charging. Only adults should charge the batteries.

Follow the manufacturer's instructions for charging the product and do not charge longer than recommended. Unplug the charger when the battery is charged or not in use.

Mic Connection

1. Plug the Dynamic microphone to the MIC jack on the rear side of your unit. Their output is mixed with playback from BLUETOOTH or AUX IN.
2. The volume of microphone can be adjusted by the MIC VOLUME knob on the left side of the front unit together with the speaker volume at the same time. (There is no independent microphone volume control)
3. You can start to sing-along with the music playback.

Party lighting

Press #7 and #8 LED ON/OFF button to switch on the party light show on the disco ball or the front LED.

Press and hold again to turn off LED.

Bluetooth operation

Pairing a Bluetooth Device for the First Time

1. Power on the unit by press the STANDBY button, LCD display will appear "PAIRING" and Pairing indicator will light BLUE and flash, press and hold the PAIRING button for about 5 seconds. When pairing, remain within 3 feet of the unit.
2. Using the native controls on your Bluetooth device, select the BC100L in your Bluetooth settings to pair. If your device requests a password, enter the default password "0000". Refer to the user's manual for your specific device for instructions on pairing and connecting Bluetooth devices.
3. When successfully paired and connected, a sound "Connected" will issue from the unit, After initial pairing, the unit will stay paired unless unpaired manually by the user or erased due to a reset of the device. If your device should become unpaired or you find it is unable to connect, repeat the above steps.

Playing Audio Wirelessly

1. After pairing to a Bluetooth device, use the native controls on the connected Bluetooth Device to select a track.
2. Play, pause or skip a selected track using the native controls on the connected Bluetooth Device.
3. Audio played through the connected Bluetooth Device will now be heard through the speakers.
4. Adjust the VOLUME control to obtain the desired volume level.
5. Press STANDBY button again to turn off the unit.

USB player operation

1. Turn the unit on and switch to USB mode.
2. Plug the USB flashdrive into the USB PLAYER socket on the rear side of the unit.
3. USB and the song index will be shown on the LCD display.
4. Press Next / Previous to select to next or previous track.
5. During USB playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button to pause USB play and press again to resume.

AUX-in operation

You can play other music sources (iPod, MP3 or other digital audio players) through the speakers of this unit by connecting the AUX IN JACK to your external player's audio out jack or headphone jack

1. Plug one end of a 3.5mm audio input cable (not included) into the AUX IN input on the rear of the unit, and plug the other end of the cable into the audio output on the external music player or other source. Note: Make sure your external music player is turn ON.
2. Turn on the unit and switch to AUX-in mode
3. Start playing the device you plugged into AUX IN input. Their output is mixed with playback from BLUETOOTH or MIC IN.
4. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of the unit and the external device until you reach a comfortable listening level.
5. Press STANDBY button again to turn off the unit. Remember to shut down the external player power

Remote Control

FLODER ⑤ FL- ⑥ FL+ ⑦ VOL+ ⑧ ⑪ CH- ⑨ CH+ ⑫ VOL- ⑬ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 15 14 iDance® BC100L

1. [STANDBY] POWER Key
2. [SCAN] Scan Key
3. [MODE] Choose Signal Input
4. [MUTE] Mute Key
5. [FL-] Previous Folder
6. [FL+] Next Folder
7. [ ] Press once to play the songs only in current folder in a loop; Press twice to play the songs in all folders
8. [VOL+] Increase music volume
9. [PLAY/PAUSE] Play / Pause Key
10. [CH+/▶] NEXT Song
11. [CH-/K] Previous Song
12. [VOL-] Decrease Music Volume
13. [0-9 Buttons] Choose song number directly
14. [REP] Repeat Song
15. [EQ] Different Sound Effects

Specification

Power Requirement:

AC/DC Adaptor: AC Input 100-240V \~50/60Hz

DC Output: DC 9V

Bluetooth: Bluetooth Specification version 2.1

Support profile A2DP

USB Player: Support USB flash drive up to 16GB. DC5V 200mA

Microphone: 600 Ohm Impedance w/6.3mm Dynamic microphone

Speaker: 4 Ohms. 10.2 cm. x1 4.1 cm. x1

AVERTISSEMENT

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double system.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double system.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double system.

MIC. VOL ① + - + MODE |←→ →→ ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ Master VOLUME LED TOP FRONT - + iDance® BC100L MIC PRIORITY

Made IN CHINA ECHO ON OFF POWER DC9V/1A TF USB 12 13 CHARGING FULL AUX IN 14 MIC IN 15

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double system.

MIC. VOL ① + - + MODE |←→ →→ ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ Master VOLUME LED TOP FRONT - + iDance® BC100L MIC PRIORITY

Made IN CHINA ECHO ON OFF POWER DC9V/1A TF USB 12 13 CHARGING FULL AUX IN 14 MIC IN 15

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a double system.