Monoprice 43245 User manual

Bluetooth® Receiver with Mic
P/N 43245
User's Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
•This device is intended for indoor use only.
•Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or
other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on
the device, immediately remove it from its power source and allow it to fully dry
before reapplying power.
•Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with wet
hands.
•Do not expose this device to excessive vibration, extreme force, shock, or
fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
•Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on,
or near a heat source, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in
direct sunlight.
•Do not place or install this device in an area where it can be exposed to excessive
amounts of dust, humidity, oil, smoke, or combustible vapors.
•This device contains a Lithium battery. Dispose of this device only in accordance
with local, state, or federal regulations for electronic waste.
•Charge the battery before first use and at least once every month to keep it fresh
and capable of holding the full charge.
•Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or
detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.
•This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,
purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your
order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website
www.monoprice.com or via email at sup[email protected]. Check the website for
support times and links.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a
replacement.
1x Bluetooth® Receiver
1x 3.5mm Audio Cable
1x Micro USB Charging Cable
1x User's Manual

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. Multifunction Button (MFB)
2. Microphone
3. LED Indicator
4. 3.5mm Audio Jack
5. Micro USB Charging Port
LED INDICATORS
Mode
LED Indicator Status
Bluetooth® Pairing Mode
LED flashes red and blue alternately
Connected Standby Mode
LED flashes blue once every 6 seconds
Clear Bluetooth Pairings
LED flashes red and blue twice
Low Battery Charge
LED flashes red
Charging Mode
LED solid red
Battery Fully Charged
LED solid blue

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AUDIO CONNECTION
Using the included 3.5mm Audio Cable, plug one end into the input on your speaker or
amplifier, then plug the other end into the 3.5mm Audio Jack on the receiver.
Note that if your speaker or amplifier has RCA inputs, use a 3.5mm to RCA audio cable
(available separately, P/Ns 5597, 9786, 38081, etc.).
BASIC OPERATION
Power On
With the receiver powered off, press and hold the MFB for 3 seconds. The LED will flash
blue 5 times, indicating that the receiver is powered on and ready to reconnect with a
previously paired device.
If no device was previously paired or if the paired device is powered off or out of range,
the receiver will automatically enter Bluetooth® pairing mode. The LED will flash red and
blue alternately, indicating that it is in Bluetooth pairing mode.
Power Off
With the receiver powered on, press and hold the MFB for 5 seconds. The LED will flash red
for about 1 second and the receiver will power off.
Reconnecting a Device
When the receiver is powered on, it will attempt to connect to a previously paired device.
If a device is reconnected, the LED will change to flashing blue once every 6 seconds.

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Bluetooth Pairing Mode
If the receiver is powered on and not connected to a Bluetooth® device, double press the
MFB to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. The LED will flash red and blue alternately, indicating
that it is in Bluetooth pairing mode.
If the receiver is powered off, press and hold the MFB for 5 seconds. The receiver will
power on and the LED will flash red and blue alternately, indicating that it is in Bluetooth
pairing mode.
If a device is not paired to the receiver within 10 seconds, the receiver will exit Bluetooth
pairing mode.
Play/Pause
With audio playing, momentarily press the MFB to pause audio playback.
With audio not playing, momentarily press the MFB to resume audio playback.
Clear Bluetooth Pairings
With the receiver in Bluetooth® pairing mode, double press the MFB to clear all pairing
records. The LED will flash red and blue twice, indicating that the pairing records have been
deleted.
Answer Incoming Phone Call
When an incoming call is received, momentarily press the MFB to answer the call.
End Phone Call
With a call in progress, momentarily press the MFB to hang up.

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Reject Incoming Phone Call
When an incoming call is received, press and hold the MFB for 1 second to reject the
incoming call.
Redial Last Number
With the receiver powered on and connected, double press the MFB to redial the last
outgoing phone number.
Voice Dialing
With the receiver powered on and connected, press and hold the MFB for 1 second to
initiate the voice calling function.
Three Way Calling
When a call is received while another call is in progress, momentarily press the MFB to end
the current call and answer the incoming call.
When a call is received while another call is in progress, double press the MFB to put the
current call on hold and answer the incoming call.
With one call on hold and a second in progress, double press the MFB to put the in
progress call on hold and resume the held call.
Automatic Power Off
If there is no audio playing and no other activity for 20 seconds, the receiver will
automatically power off.
When the battery charge reaches a minimal level, the receiver will automatically power off.

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CHARGING
The internal battery should be charged before first use and at least once every month to
keep the battery fresh and capable of holding a full charge.
1. When the LED begins to flash red, the battery is low and needs to be recharged.
2. If power is on, press and hold the MFB for 5 seconds to turn the unit off.
3. Plug one end of the included Micro USB Charging Cable into the Micro USB
Charging Port, then plug the other end into a wall charger, power bank, computer,
or other USB power source (available separately). The LED will illuminate solid red,
indicating that charging is in progress.
4. When charging is complete, the LED will change to solid blue.
Note: If the charging power is sufficient, the receiver can be used while charging is in
progress. However, this can reduce the effective battery life, so we recommend against
doing so.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING
Pairing One Device
1. With the receiver powered off, press and hold the MFB for 3 seconds to power it on.
The LED will flash blue 5 times. If a previously connected device is powered on and
in range, the receiver will automatically reconnect with that device, otherwise the
receiver will enter Bluetooth pairing mode and LED will flash red and blue
alternately.
2. Open the Bluetooth settings on your device and search for nearby Bluetooth
devices.
3. Locate and select the MP43245 entry. If prompted for a passcode, enter 0000 (four
zeros). After several seconds the devices will connect and the LED on the receiver
will flash blue once every 6 seconds.

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Pairing Two Devices
The receiver can be paired to two devices at the same time. However, only one device can
play audio at a time. To play audio from the second device, first stop playback on the first
device.
1. Follow the instruction in the Pairing One Device section above to pair your first
device.
2. After successfully connecting, enter the Bluetooth® settings on the first device and
turn Bluetooth off.
3. Double press the MFB on the receiver to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. The LED will
flash red and blue alternately.
4. Open the Bluetooth settings on your second device and search for nearby
Bluetooth devices.
5. Locate and select the MP43245 entry. If prompted for a passcode, enter 0000 (four
zeros). After several seconds the devices will connect and the LED on the receiver
will flash blue once every 6 seconds.
6. Once the connection has been established, enable Bluetooth on your first device.
The first device should automatically reconnect with the receiver.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any
questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product
recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online
to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical
support is available through the online chat button on our website www.monoprice.com
or through email by sending a message to [email protected]. Check the website for
support times and links.
To download the latest drivers, firmware, manuals, etc., go to www.monoprice.com and
type the P/N into the search bar. If available, support files are linked at the bottom of the
product page.

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SPECIFICATIONS
P/N
43245
Bluetooth® Version
5
Supported Bluetooth Profiles
HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth Pairing Name
MP43245
Bluetooth Chipset
CSR BC8635
Frequency Range
2.402 ~ 2.480 GHz
Supported Audio Codecs
AAC, SBC
Audio Playback Time
about 14 hours
Talk Time
about 15 hours
Charging Time
about 2 hours
Battery Capacity
280mAh
Input Power
5 VDC ≥ 300mA (USB)
Operating Temperature
+14 ~ +131°F (-10 ~ +55°C)
Dimensions
ø1.9" x 0.5" (ø49 x 13 mm)
Weight
0.8 oz. (22g)

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Notice for FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Modifying the equipment without Monoprice's authorization may result in the equipment
no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class B digital devices. In that event, your
right to use the equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be required to
correct any interference to radio or television communications at your own expense.
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 guarantee 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.

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Radio Notice for FCC
Caution
This FCC Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices
operating at this frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly
approved by Monoprice, including the use of non-approved antennas, could void the user's
authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Notice for Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Radio Notice for Industry Canada
Caution
This IC RSS-210 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices
operating at this frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly
approved by Monoprice, including the use of non-approved antennas, could void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
This device complies with IC RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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