Parrot PARTY User manual

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USER MANUAL
Parrot
PARTY
HIFI WIRELESS
SOUNDBOX
FOR BLUETOOTH®ENABLED
MOBILE PHONES, SMARTPHONES, PDA,
MP3 PLAYERS AND COMPUTERS
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6W Audio
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GENERAL INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION
FCC ComplianCe Statement
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.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference
caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
DeClaration oF ConFormity
We, Parrot S.A. of 174 quai de Jemmapes, 75010 Paris,
France, declare under our sole responsibility that our
product, the Parrot PARTY to which this declaration
relates is in conformity with appropriate standards
EN300328, EN301489-1, IEC60065 following the provision of Radio
Equipment and Telecommunication Equipment directive, with
requirements covering EMC directive 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage
directive 73/23/EEC.
CorreCt DiSpoSal oF thiS proDuCt (WaSte eleCtriCal & eleCtroniC equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems). This marking shown on the product
or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other
household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible
harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste
disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle
it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they
purchased this product, or their local government office, for details
of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe
recycling. Business users should contract their supplier and the terms
and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be
mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
proteCtion anD perSonal SaFety
Carefully read the user guide and follow the indicated procedure when
setting up the device.
Do not dismantle or open the device and do not touch the electronic
components or the drivers.
Do not attempt to dismantle or modify either of the speakers. Never
introduce any metal object to avoid the risks of electric shocks, fire,
short circuits or dangerous emissions.
If your device shows signs of faulty operation, call the approved Parrot
technical support centre or an approved retailer.
Never leave the Parrot PARTY exposed to rain or chemical products;
do not place them in a damp area or where they are likely to be
splashed with water. Never place your device on a recipient containing
any type of liquid, which might seep inside the device. Doing so will
reduce the risks of electric shocks, short circuits, fire and injury.
General preCautionS
Do not expose the Parrot PARTY to outside temperatures below
5°C or above 55°C. The system could be damaged or the cabinet
warped. Avoid placing the system near a source of heat or exposing
it to sunlight (even through a window). Similarly, excessively low
temperatures and humidity could damage the device.
Always unplug the system from the mains during a thunderstorm or if
you will not be using it for a certain amount of time. Otherwise, you are
increasing the potential risks of electric shocks, short circuits and fire.

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Only use the power lead supplied with the device.
Do not place any heavy objects on top of the speakers: take
care when using the buttons, connections and protection covers.
Otherwise, you are likely to damage the device.
Avoid exposing the Parrot PARTY to an excessive amount of dust,
whether during operation or in storage. Dust is likely to build up inside
the device and lead to poor or faulty operation.
Do not use any benzene-based products, solvents, detergents
or any other chemical products to clean the outside of the device.
Such products are likely to discolour and damage the front panel
and the case. Simply wipe over with a soft, dry cloth.
Data SeCurity
Parrot and its suppliers shall not be held liable for any lost data
or any other damage resulting directly or indirectly from the use
or malfunction of this product.
Parrot strives to provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive
guides possible. It is our aim to provide you with a user-friendly,
easy-to-understand guide to help you set up your new equipment
and quickly become familiar with the various features. If your guide
does not exactly match the product purchased, refer to our website
(www.parrot.com) to obtain the very latest version of the guide.
GENERAl INFORMATION
CopyriGhtS
Copyright © 2007 Parrot. All rights reserved. The total or even partial
reproduction, transmission or storage of this guide in any form or by
any process whatsoever (electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording
or otherwise) is strictly prohibited without prior consent from Parrot.
Identification N. 394 149 496 R.C.S. PARIS
Parrot S.A.
reGiStereD traDemarkS
All the names and trademarks mentioned in this document are
copyright-protected and are the property of their respective owners.
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG,
Inc. and any use of such marks by Parrot S.A. is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
QD ID : B012425
moDiFiCationS
The explanations and specifications in this guide are given for
information purposes only and may be modified without prior notice.
They are deemed to be correct at time of going to press. The utmost
care has been taken when writing this guide, as part of the aim to
provide you with accurate information. However, Parrot shall not be
held responsible for any consequences arising from any errors or
omissions in the guide, nor for any damage or accidental loss of data
resulting directly or indirectly from the use of the information herein.
Parrot reserves the right to amend or improve the product design
or user guide without any restrictions and without any obligation to
notify users.
As part of our ongoing concern to upgrade and improve our products,
the product that you have purchased may differ slightly
from the model described in this guide.
if so, a later version of this guide might be available in electronic
format at Parrot’s website at www.parrot.com.

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CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................................................................
Attention: Wireless technology ........................................................................................................................................................................................................
Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Kit contents .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Use cases.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
• Streaming audio from a mobile phone / PDA / smartphone ..............................................................................................................................................
• Streaming audio from a PC ...................................................................................................................................................................................................
Compatibility ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
• Mobile phone/Smartphone/PDA with A2DP audio streaming functionality ........................................................................................................................
• Windows operated PC and peripherals ................................................................................................................................................................................
Using the Parrot PARTY for the first time ......................................................................................................................................................................................
Meaning of the LEDs.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Connecting the Parrot PARTY to an audio player .........................................................................................................................................................................
• Using an audio player via Bluetooth ....................................................................................................................................................................................
• Pairing with a Bluetooth audio player ........................................................................................................................................................
• Using several Bluetooth audio players ................................................................................................................................................................................
• Using an audio player with a Jack audio cable ..................................................................................................................................................................
• Stand by mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Audio streaming function ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................
• Bluetooth audio streaming connection ................................................................................................................................................................................
• Volume control .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
• Audio effects..... .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................
• Controlling the play function .................................................................................................................................................................................................
Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software .....................................................................................................................................................................................
Software updates via Bluetooth ....................................................................................................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Hotline .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Technical Specification ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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An equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated «dangerous voltage»
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRuCTIONS
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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 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. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where it exists
from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12. 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 AC/DC adaptor is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus 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.
13. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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ATTENTION : Wireless technology
Interference can be caused by devices that emit waves. Devices such as Wi-Fi routers and microwave ovens can affect audio transmissions with
your Parrot PARTY and also degrade your system’s audio quality.
INTROduCTION
The Bluetooth wireless technology enables audio information and data to be sent via a short-distance radio link. Parrot draws on its long years
of experience in the Bluetooth technology to offer you an innovative system, the Parrot PARTY.
This compact, easy-to-fit system will enable you to listen to the tracks on your audio player (mobile phone, PC, etc.), even when on the move, by
means of a Bluetooth link or an audio cable (jack / jack).

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Parrot PARTY
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FCC ID: RKX
PARTY
PF520010AA5A123456
Parrot Party EU Zone 1
15V 1,2A
V1.01c
QD ID:BO12425
IC:
5119A-PARTY
KIT CONTENTS
The kit includes :
Parrot PARTY sound box
A jack / jack audio cable
A 15V / 1.2A mains adapter
A carry case
A wrist-strap
A rechargeable battery pack
A CD-ROM containing the following:
- Parrot Audio Configuration Tool
- Acrobat Reader
- Parrot Flash Update Wizard
- User guide in pdf format
User guide
Parrot product guide
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uSE CASES
StreaminG auDio From amobile phone / pDa / Smartphone
You can listen to your music tracks stored on your mobile phone / PDA
/ smartphone via the Parrot PARTY. Your mobile phone must be able
to support the Bluetooth A2DP profile (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile). You may also come across the terms «Bluetooth stereo» or
«Audio streaming».
If you want to find out which devices are equipped with this techno-
logy, visit the Support section on our website at www.parrot.com
Note that the label
showing
the device’s technical
specifications can be
found behind
the batteries
in the battery
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StreaminG auDio From apC
You can also listen to your music tracks stored on your PC via the
Parrot PARTY. Your PC must support the Bluetooth A2DP profile
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
To find out if your PC is equipped with this technology, visit the
website of your machine manufacturer or the Support section on our
website at www.parrot.com
NB: There will be other possible ways of using the Parrot PARTY in the
future. You can keep up to date with the latest developments by visiting the
Support section on our website at www.parrot.com
COMPATIbIlITY
mobile phone/Smartphone/pDa With a2Dp auDio StreaminG FunCtionality
To obtain the latest compatibility list, refer to the Support section on
our website at www.parrot.com. You will find a list there, which is
regularly updated.
You will find there, in particular, all the procedures for configuring your
mobile phone to operate with your Parrot PARTY. These procedures
will make it easy for you to use your Parrot PARTY with your audio
player.
WinDoWS operateD pC anD peripheralS
To obtain the latest compatibility list, refer to the Support section on
our website at www.parrot.com. You will find a list there, which is
regularly updated. You will find there, in particular, all the procedures
for configuring your PC or peripheral to operate with your Parrot
PARTY. These procedures will make it easy for you to use your Parrot
PARTY with your audio player.
uSe With the JaCk SoCket
You can connect your audio player to the Parrot PARTY via the jack /
jack audio cable. This type of cable is supplied.

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uSING ThE PARROT PARTY FOR ThE FIRST TIME
Note : The batteries are neither fully charged nor fitted when you unpack
the Parrot PARTY. You have to insert and charge them before using the
Parrot PARTY for the first time.
1. Remove the cover from the battery compartment underneath
the device.
2. Insert and connect the batteries into the compartment as shown
in the diagram below.
3. Replace the cover.
4. Connect the power lead supplied to the Parrot PARTY, making sure
that it is fully inserted, and then plug the lead into the mains supply.
5. Turn on the Parrot PARTY using the ON/OFF switch on the back
of the device.
> The centre LED on the Parrot PARTY flashes red/blue and then
turns violet: this colour means that the device is charging.
The LED turns blue when the batteries are fully recharged.
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• The battery charging time is approximately four hours.
• The Parrot PARTY can be used while the batteries are being
recharged.
• You can use the Parrot PARTY for up to four hours on fully charged
batteries.
• When the batteries are almost flat, the LED on the Parrot PARTY
turns red. You have about 15 minutes’ listening left.
• Make sure the Parrot PARTY is not exposed to a high temperature
while being charged.
• Make sure that the batteries are always in their compartment while
the Parrot PARTY is being used or recharged.
MEANING OF ThE lEdS
COLOURS MEANING
Flashing red/blue The Parrot PARTY is automatically
setting up.
> Wait a few seconds.
Red Low battery level: listening time less
than 15 min.
> Plug the Parrot PARTY into the
mains.
Caution
blaSt riSkS may oCCur iF the battery iS replaCeD With an
inCorreCt battery type.
throW uSeD batterieS in the GarbaGe in ComplianCe
With the proViDeD inStruCtionS.

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CONNECTING ThE PARROT PARTY TO AN AudIO PlAYER
An audio player is the device you use to store your music files
and start playing these files. An audio player can therefore be a mobile
phone, PC, etc. However, the audio player must be equipped
with a jack connector or the Bluetooth profile A2DP.
For more information, visit our website at www.parrot.com.
uSinG an auDio player Via Bluetooth
If you are using a Bluetooth-enabled audio player with your Parrot
PARTY you must first of all pair the two devices.
Pairing with a Bluetooth audio player
For security reasons, the two devices must be paired. Pairing is used
to authenticate the device that you are going to use with the Parrot
PARTY: an audio player that has not been paired cannot be used with
the system. During the pairing phase, the user must have physical
access to the device.
Press the Bluetooth button.
The Parrot PARTY LED starts flashing: the device is ready to be
paired.
Use your audio player’s Bluetooth menu to search
for the peripherals (refer to the manual for your audio player
or to our website at www.parrot.com).
When the search is complete, select «PARTY».
You are prompted to enter a PIN. Enter «0000» in your audio player.
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Purple The Parrot PARTY is charging, but can still be
used.
Blue The Parrot PARTY is in active mode.
The meanings
are the same,
regardless of
the LED colour.
Flashing quickly The Parrot PARTY is
detectable and ready to be
paired.
Flashing slowly
Streaming is in progress, but
the system has been muted
(no sound).
> Press + or – to return to
active mode.
Bright
The audio player is
connected to the Parrot
PARTY (Bluetooth or line-in
connection).
Weak
No device is connected.
LED off The Parrot PARTY is switched off.
> Use the ON/OFF switch on the back of the
device.
Or
The Parrot PARTY is in power saver mode.
> Start the connection from your audio player or
press any button.

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uSinG SeVeral Bluetooth auDio playerS
The Parrot PARTY can be paired to 10 audio players. However, if an
audio player is already streaming music, the other devices will not be
able to play their music through the Parrot PARTY at the same time. To
do so, you must stop the player currently streaming.
NB: some audio players prevent other devices from being connected to
the Parrot PARTY at the same time, even if music is not currently being
streamed. You must first disconnect the device from the Parrot PARTY, so
that you can use another audio player
uSinG an auDio player With aJaCk auDio Cable
You can connect your audio player to the Parrot PARTY via a jack /
Jack audio cable to stream music through.
Make sure to check that the connectors are inserted properly to avoid
any disruption.
NB: When the Parrot PARTY is connected by means of a jack audio cable
to an audio player, you can also play your tracks by Bluetooth from another
audio player. Streaming by Bluetooth will take priority over the line-in
connection.
StanD by moDe
To save battery life, the Parrot PARTY switches to power saver mode
(the LEDs switch off) if no Bluetooth connection is detected for two
minutes or if there is no streaming for 5 minutes.
To exit the power saver mode, start a connection from your audio
player or press any button.
AudIO STREAMING FuNCTION
Bluetooth auDio StreaminG ConneCtion
Before you start streaming music from your audio player to the Parrot
PARTY, both devices must be connected to each other.
Once they have been connected, simply start playing the track on your
audio player and the sound will come through the Parrot PARTY.
You can establish a connection between the two devices via
the Bluetooth menu on your audio player, or you will be prompted
to select the Parrot PARTY once you have started playing a track.
To use the latest procedures for connecting your audio player
to the Parrot PARTY, refer to the Support section on our website
at www.parrot.com.
You can now use your Parrot PARTY with your Bluetooth audio player.
To play your music files from your audio player,
refer to the chapter entitled «Streaming Audio Function» in this guide.
NB: ensure that the default code for your audio player is «0000». For further
information, refer to your audio player’s user guide. You can also modify the
default PIN code of the Parrot PARTY using the Parrot Audio Configuration
Tool software. For further information, refer to the software’s user guide.

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NB: if your audio player happens to be a PC running Windows XP or Vista
and no sound is coming out of the Parrot PARTY, you must specify the
audio output on your computer. Check that the «Sound playback» option is
set to «High-quality Bluetooth Audio». You can find this option by selecting
«Start/Settings/Control panel/Sound and Audio Devices/Audio on your
computer.». After this change, you may have to restart your Multimedia
application.
Volume Control
The Parrot PARTY offers different possibilities for adjusting
the volume.
The buttons on top of the Parrot PARTY allow you to control the
volume directly from the device.
If this function is supported by your audio player you can control
the volume remotely.
If you are using a computer running Windows XP or Windows Vista,
you can then use the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool software to
adjust the volume settings.
NB: the use of certain features (volume adjustment) depends exclusively
on your audio player. Refer to the Support heading on our website
at www.parrot.com for further information.
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ControllinG the play FunCtion
Some audio players allow you to fast forward/rewind your music
tracks, as well as pause them. To check whether your player has these
functions, visit the Support section on our website at www.parrot.com
NB: The use of some of these functions (volume control and remote control)
depends solely on your audio player. Visit the Support section
on our website at www.parrot.com to find out more information.
auDio eFFeCtS
You can take advantage of the VSBass and Stereo Widening functions
by pressing the corresponding buttons.
VSBass : Bass amplification
Stereo Widening : Widening of the sound field

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PARROT AudIO CONFIGuRATION TOOl SOFTWARE
The Parrot Audio Configuration Tool, which is part of the Parrot Audio
Suite on the CD-ROM supplied with the Parrot PARTY, allows you
to configure the Parrot PARTY on a computer running Windows XP
or Windows Vista. You can use Microsoft’s Bluetooth software or
Broadcom’s Widcomm software on these computers.
Prior to launch the Parrot Audio Configuration Tool, you must
ensure that no music is currently being streamed to the Parrot
PARTY. Once you have started the application, you need to select
your Parrot PARTY before you can configure it.
Once the Bluetooth connection has been established with your Parrot
PARTY, you can :
Control the volume of your Parrot PARTY.
Adjust the music settings via the equaliser function and the audio
effects (VS Bass and Stereo Widening).
Enable the volume ramp option, which gradually increases the
volume when you switch on the Parrot PARTY.
Adjust the time delay of the Parrot PARTY. This option is used to
synchronise your audio system with your PC.
Find out the software version used by your Parrot PARTY
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You can update the software of your Parrot PARTY by Bluetooth.
Upgrading offers you new features and improves compatibility
with a larger number of phones. This operation is carried out via
Bluetooth using a PC equipped with Bluetooth technology.
Updates are performed via the Parrot Flash Update Wizard.
You will find this software, along with instructions on how to use it
in the Support section of our website at www.parrot.com

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I used a Jack audio cable
to connect my audio player,
but I get no sound.
- Check that the jack audio cable
is properly plugged in to the Parrot
PARTY and audio player.
- Check that there is no Bluetooth
connection with an audio player.
The Bluetooth connection will take
priority over the Jack connection.
My Parrot PARTY makes
a noise when I use
a jack audio cable.
- Check that the jack audio cable
is properly plugged in to the Parrot
PARTY and audio player.
I am using my PC as
a Bluetooth audio player,
but there is no sound coming
from my Parrot PARTY.
- Check that the «Sound
playback» option is set to «High-
quality Bluetooth Audio».
You can find this option
by selecting Start/Settings/Control
panel/Sound and Audio Devices/
Audio on your computer.
When I watch a video, the
sound from the Parrot PARTY
is not synchronised with the
image.
- Use the Parrot Audio
Configuration Tool to check
that your system’s audio delay
is correctly configured
for this type of use.
Problem Solution
No sound is coming through
the Parrot PARTY.
- Ensure that the device is
switched on (ON/OFF switch
on the back of the device) and
sufficiently powered.
- Check that your device supports
the Bluetooth A2DP profile and
the source role.
I cannot connect my audio player
to the Parrot PARTY.
- Hold down the Bluetooth button
on the Parrot PARTY for two
seconds, then restart
the search and connect.
The centre LED on the Parrot
PARTY is red.
- The red colour means that the
battery level is low (battery life is
less than 15 min). Plug the Parrot
PARTY into the mains: the LED
turns violet to indicate that the
device is being charged and then
turns blue once the battery has
been fully recharged.

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TEChNICAl SPECIFICATIONS
Class D stereo audio amplifier
- Output power: 2x3 W (RMS) - 2x6 W (Peak)
Two wideband drive units
- Frequency range: 150Hz – 20kHz
One jack connector for analog line-in
CPU : Parrot P5 processor with ARM9 core
4MB flash memory, 8MB RAM
Charger :
- Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz
- Output: 15V / 1.2A
Battery:
- 4,8V / 2100mAh NiMH
- Autonomy: 4h
Dimensions: 228 x 79 x 85 mm
bluetooth
Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
A2DP
AVRCP
PIN code: 0000
QD ID :
- Parrot PARTY: B012425
- Parrot Host Subsystem: B012423
- Parrot Profile Subsystem: B012424
Friendly Name : «Parrot PARTY»
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hOTlINE
Our hotline is at your disposal to provide you with any assistance
required. You can contact the hotline by email or telephone. Open from
Monday to Friday between 9 am and 6 pm (GMT+1).
Italy : [+39] 02 86 39 14 63
Spain : [+34] 902 404 202
UK : [+44] (0)870 112 5872
Germany : 0900 172 77 68
USA : [+1] (877) 9 Parrot (toll free)
China : [+86] (0)21 6460 1944
Hong Kong: [+852] 2736 1169
France : 01 48 03 60 69
Europe : [+33] 1 48 03 60 69 (Spoken languages : French, English,
Spanish and German).
Check out our website at www.parrot.com for further information.
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