Monoprice 33828 User manual

Harmony Mini Bluetooth® Wireless Speaker
P/N 33828
User's Manual

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES...............................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
CUSTOMER SERVICE........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
PACKAGE CONTENTS........................................................................................................................................................................ 4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Top View................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Side Panel .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
CHARGING....................................................................................................................................................................................................7
BLUETOOTH PAIRING .........................................................................................................................................................................7
AUDIO PLAYBACK.................................................................................................................................................................................7
PHONE CALLS........................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
TECHNICAL SUPPORT........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................................................................................9
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE........................................................................................................................................................9
Notice for FCC ....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Radio Notice for FCC ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Notice for Industry Canada....................................................................................................................................................11
Radio Notice for Industry Canada....................................................................................................................................11

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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 unplug it from the power outlet 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.
If operating this speaker in a humid environment, ensure that no condensation
occurs. Condensation could cause damage to the speaker cone and could cause
a short in the amplifier, which in turn could cause fire or severe electric shock.
Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in,
on, or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it
in direct sunlight.
Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not
use if physical damage has occurred.
Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the
same type and level of power required by the device.
This device contains a Lithium-polymer 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 three months.
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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INTRODUCTION
The Monoprice Harmony Mini portable Bluetooth® speaker is the perfect speaker for
the home or on the go. Small enough to fit in a backpack or bag, the Harmony Mini
features 10 watts of power delivered to two DSP tuned 1.5" drivers for superior sound
from such a small speaker!
FEATURES
Two DSP tuned 1.5" drivers powered by two 5-watt amplifiers
80Hz ~ 20kHz frequency response
Built-in 1800mAh rechargeable batteries
Up to 8 hours of audio playback
Includes a microSD™ card slot
Bluetooth® 4.2 radio with support for the A2DP, AVRCP, and HFP profiles
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 su[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 Harmony Bluetooth® speaker
1x Micro USB charging station
1x 3.5mm audio cable
1x User's manual

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Top View
: The Connection Status LED flashes blue rapidly when in Bluetooth® pairing
mode. The LED illuminates solid blue when a valid Bluetooth connection exists or
a microSD™ card is inserted in the TF/microSD card slot, but no incoming audio is
detected. It will also illuminate solid blue when in AUX playback mode. The LED
slowly blinks blue while actively streaming audio from the Bluetooth connection
or the microSD card or when audio muting is on in AUX playback mode.
: With the speaker powered off, press and hold the button to turn the speaker on.
If it is not already paired, it will also enter Bluetooth pairing mode. With the
speaker powered on, press and hold the button to turn it off.
: Momentarily press the button to decrease the volume level. Press and hold the
button to skip back to the previous track (Bluetooth and microSD card playback
only).
: Momentarily press the button to increase the volume level. Press and hold the
button to skip forward to the next track (Bluetooth and microSD card playback
only).
: Momentarily press the button to switch between Bluetooth, AUX, and microSD
card playback. Note that AUX playback can only be selected if there is a cable
plugged into the AUX jack and microSD card playback can only be selected if
there is a microSD™card with compatible audio files inserted into the
TF/microSD card slot. When there is an incoming phone call, momentarily press
the button to answer the call. While a phone call is in progress, momentarily
press the button to hang up. When there is an incoming phone call, press and

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hold the button to reject the call. In AUX playback mode, press the button to
turn audio muting on or off. Note that audio muting does not pause playback on
the source device.
: During Bluetooth® or microSD™card audio playback, momentarily press the
button to start or pause playback. When using the AUX connection, momentarily
press the button to turn audio muting on or off. Note that audio muting does
not pause playback on the source device. Press and hold the button to cancel an
active Bluetooth connection.
Side Panel
: Plug the included micro USB charging cable into the USB port, then plug the
other end into a USB power source. The LED next to the charging port will
illuminate red while charging is in progress and will turn off when charging is
complete.
: Insert a microSD™ card with compatible audio files into the TF/microSD card
slot to play audio files from the card. If the speaker is powered on when the
card is inserted, it will automatically switch to microSD card playback mode
and begin playback from the card.
: Plug the included 3.5mm audio cable into the AUX jack, then plug the other
end into the headphone jack on an audio source device. When a cable is
inserted into the AUX jack, the speaker will automatically switch to AUX
playback mode.

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CHARGING
The speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. To charge the battery, plug one end of
the included micro USB charging cable into the micro USB charging port, then plug the
other end into a USB power source, such as a wall charger. The LED next to the charging
port illuminates red while charging is in progress and is off when charging is complete.
A full charge takes approximately 3-4 hours, if the battery is fully depleted. The battery
should be fully charged before first use and at least once every three months.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING
Perform the following steps to pair the speaker with a mobile device.
1. With the speaker powered off, press and hold the button to turn it on. The
speaker will emit audio cues. If it is not already paired with a device, the
Connection Status LED will begin flashing blue. If it is solid blue and you want to
pair with a different device, press and hold the button to cancel the
existing Bluetooth® pairing.
2. Open the Bluetooth settings on your device, then scan for nearby Bluetooth
devices.
3. Locate and select the MP33828 entry. The Connection Status LED will stop
flashing, will illuminate solid blue, and the speaker will emit audio cues.
AUDIO PLAYBACK
Use the following buttons to control audio playback.
Momentarily press the button to decrease the volume level for Bluetooth®,
AUX, and microSD™ card playback.
Press and hold the button to skip back to the previous track (Bluetooth
and microSD card playback modes only).

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Momentarily press the button to increase the volume level for Bluetooth®,
AUX, and microSD™card playback.
Press and hold the button to skip forward to the next track (Bluetooth and
microSD card playback modes only).
When in Bluetooth or microSD card playback mode, momentarily press the
button to start or pause audio playback. When in AUX playback mode, press the
button to turn audio muting on or off. Note that audio muting does not pause
playback on the source device.
PHONE CALLS
If an incoming call is detected while Bluetooth audio playback is in progress, playback
will automatically pause. Momentarily press the button to answer the call. If you
want to reject the call, press and hold the button. When the call is over,
momentarily press the button to hang up.
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]om.
Check the website for support times and links.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
33828
Bluetooth® Version
v4.2 + EDR
Supported Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP
Bluetooth Range
≤ 32 feet (10 meters)
Amplifier Power
2x 5 watts
Driver Size
2x 1.5"
Nominal Impedance
4 ohms
Frequency Response
80Hz ~ 20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
≥ 65dB
Total Harmonic Distortion
10% THD
Battery Type
Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity
1800mAh
Playback Time
Up to 8 hours at 60% volume
Charging Time
3-4 hours
Dimensions
6.3" x 2.1" x 2.4" (160 x 53 x 62 mm)
Weight
0.7 lbs. (300g)
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.

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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.
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.

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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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