VTech KidiStar DJ Mixer™ Instruction Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the KidiStar DJ Mixer™. Get in the DJ booth and create your own custom music mixes! Customize the 15 included songs or play along with your own music (external music player not included). Jam, scratch and mix it up – you're the star!

Included in the Package

• KidiStar DJ Mixer™
• Quick Start Guide

WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks, removable tags, cable ties, cords and packaging screws are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your child's safety.

NOTE: Please save this Instruction Manual as it contains important information.

(Original French text for safety warning: Pour la sécurité de votre enfant, débarrassez-vous de tous les produits d'emballage tels que rubans adhésifs, feuilles de plastique, attaches, étiquettes, cordons et vis d'emballage. Ils ne font pas partie du jouet.)

(Original French text for note: Il est conseillé de sauvegarder ce manuel d'instructions car il comporte des informations importantes.)

Unlock the Packaging Locks

1. Rotate the packaging locks 90 degrees counterclockwise. ↩️
2. Pull out the packaging locks. ➡️

Getting Started

Note

This product is in Try-me mode in the packaging. In DJ Party mode, press and hold the Custom Sound Effect Button #5 for three seconds to exit Try-Me mode. If the unit powers down during play, please install a new set of batteries.

Battery Removal and Installation

1. Make sure the unit is turned Off.
2. Find the battery cover located on the back of the unit, use a screwdriver to loosen the screw and then open the battery cover.
3. Remove old batteries by pulling up on one end of each battery.
4. Install 4 new AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. (For best performance, alkaline batteries or fully charged Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended).
5. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure.

WARNING: Adult assembly required for battery installation. Keep batteries out of reach of children. ⚠️

(Original French text for warning: Les piles ou accumulateurs doivent être installés par un adulte. Tenir les piles ou accumulateurs hors de portée des enfants.)

Battery Notice

• Insert batteries with the correct polarity (+ and -).
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Dispose of batteries safely. Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

Rechargeable Batteries:

• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

(Original French text for battery warnings: Les piles fournies avec le produit permettent de tester le jouet en magasin mais ne sont pas des piles longue durée. Mettre en place les piles ou les accumulateurs en respectant les polarités + et —. Ne pas mélanger des piles ou des accumulateurs neufs avec des usagés. Ne pas mélanger différents types de piles : alcalines, zinc-carbone et rechargeables. Seules des piles du type recommandé doivent être utilisées. Ne pas mettre les bornes d'une pile ou d'un accumulateur en court-circuit (en reliant directement le + et le –). Retirer les piles ou les accumulateurs en cas de non-utilisation prolongée. Enlever les piles ou les accumulateurs usagés du jouet. Ne les jeter ni au feu ni dans la nature. PILES RECHARGEABLES : Enlever, lorsque c'est possible, les accumulateurs du jouet pour les recharger. Les accumulateurs ne doivent être chargés que sous la surveillance d'un adulte. Ne pas tenter de recharger des piles non rechargeables.)

Power Adapter Connection

• Make sure your KidiStar DJ Mixer™ is turned off.
• Locate the AC Adapter Jack ⚡ on the side of the unit.
• Connect an AC adapter (not included) to the AC Adapter Jack.
• Plug the adapter into a power outlet.
• Press the Power Button ? to turn the system On.

Note: When the toy is not going to be used for an extended period of time, unplug the adapter.

Transformer Safety Notice

• Using a 3.5mm AC 6V power adapter (not included) that complies with EN61558 is recommended.
• This toy should only be used with a transformer for toys.
• The transformer is not a toy.
• This toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old.
• Do not connect the toy to more than the recommended number of power supplies.
• Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid.
• Please regularly examine the transformer, checking for damage to the cord, plug, transformer or other parts. Do not use the transformer if there is any damage to it.

Product Features

1. Power Button: Press the Power Button ? to power On the unit. Press the button again to power Off the unit.
2. Line-In Jack: Connect an external music player here using a 3.5mm cable (cable and music player not included). ?
3. Audio-Out Jack: Connect the mixer to external speakers or headphones using the Audio-Out Jack (cable not included). ?
4. AC Adapter: Connect the mixer to AC power (adapter not included). ⚡
5. Automatic Shut-Off: To preserve battery life, the KidiStar DJ Mixer™ will automatically turn off after 10 minutes without input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing the Power Button ?.

Modes

DJ Party

Create custom mixes with any of the 15 built-in tracks, adjusting all aspects of each song, or play along with your own music.

Audio Controls

• Use the Sound Grid Buttons to choose different instruments to play. Each column triggers one instrument at a time.
• Press the Preset Sound Effects Buttons to play built-in sound effects.
• Press the Style Button to change the track's style. The Sound Grid and Preset Sound Effects Buttons will adjust what they play accordingly.

Custom Sound Effects Recording

Press and hold any of the Custom Sound Effect Buttons to record your own short sound effect and assign it to one of the five buttons. When the button lights up, it is recording. Release the button when you're finished recording. Press the button again to hear your custom sound effect.

Turntable

Scratch the Turntable back and forth to add scratching effects to your music. Press a Turntable Effect Button to change the sound effect the turntable makes. ?

Vocal Track Button

Press the Vocal Track Button to add or remove singing from the mix for all built-in songs. ?

Line-In Button

Press the Line-In Button to play audio from a device plugged in to the Line-In Jack (external music player and cable not included).

Bluetooth Connectivity

Press the Bluetooth Connect Button ? to connect to a nearby device via Bluetooth connection. Once the device is paired, press the Bluetooth Input Button to choose this as the audio input source.

Note on PIN Security

If your music device does not support a PIN code connection, you can disable the PIN by pressing the selection buttons.

Please use the PIN-secured connection when possible. VTech strongly recommends keeping the PIN security on for the use of Bluetooth transmission to avoid any connection by an unauthorized device. The disabling of the PIN security should only be used when the connection of an external device with PIN security is impossible. The use of the toy when PIN security has been disabled should be under the supervision of an adult.

Crossfader

Use the Crossfader to adjust the volume balance between your selected audio source and the system's built-in sounds.

Note on Volume Adjustment

When playing audio wirelessly through the system, we suggest you only adjust your smart device's volume using the Crossfader on the KidiStar DJ Mixer™ system. For best performance, set your device's volume to 100% with the Crossfader in the middle position to get started.

Tempo Control

Use the Tempo Control Buttons to adjust the tempo of built-in audio tracks.

Pause Button

Press the Pause Button to pause or resume the music. ▶️ / ⏸️

Volume Control

Use the Volume Control Slider to adjust the overall system volume.

Party Light Control

Use the Party Light On/Off Button to switch the light on or off.

Studio Mode

In Studio mode you can either record or play back tracks using the Left, Right, and OK Buttons.

Record

Press the OK Button to enter record mode and select to which of the three slots you would like to save your mix. After a count down, recording will begin. The system will record the sound from the Turntable, Vocal Track, Sound Grid Buttons, preset and custom sound effects (see note below), Crossfader actions and tempo changes. When you finish recording, press the OK Button to save your mix.

Note

If you create new custom sound effects at a later time, when you play back tracks recorded earlier, any custom sound effects in the original recordings will trigger the system's current custom effects.

Playback

Choose the track you would like to play with the Left, Right and OK Buttons.

Academy Mode

See how well you can repeat the patterns. When you play back a rhythm with 75% or more notes correct, your score at the top of the screen will increase. The patterns include the Crossfader and Turntable controls as well: watch the screen to see when they're indicated. A total of 11 patterns will appear in each game. Get nine or more patterns correct to unlock secret animations.

Score bar

Turntable indicator

Crossfader indicator

Care & Maintenance

1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.
2. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from any direct heat sources.
3. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be in use for an extended period of time.
4. Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces and do not expose the unit to excess moisture.

Troubleshooting

If for some reason the unit stops working or malfunctions, please follow these steps:

1. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.
2. Let the unit stand for a few minutes, then replace the batteries.
3. The unit should now be ready to use again.
4. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of batteries.

Important Note

If the problem persists, please call VTech Consumer Services at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada. You can also visit vtechkids.com and fill out the Contact Us form under the Customer Support link. VTech is committed to product accuracy and customer satisfaction. We encourage you to contact us with any problems or suggestions.

Compliance Information

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

L'émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio électrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.”

Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 7.8 inches between the radiator and your body.

Bluetooth Statement

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by VTech is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

FCC Compliance Note

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.

Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Supplier's Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: VTech®
Model: 5473
Product Name: KidiStar DJ Mixer™
Responsible Party: VTech Electronics North America, LLC
Address: 1156 W. Shure Drive, Suite 200, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Website: vtechkids.com

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.

CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

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