Birdie79 X8 Portable Speaker

Product Overview

The Birdie79 X8 is a portable speaker designed for wireless audio playback.

Key Features:

• Bluetooth connectivity for wireless streaming.
• TWS (True Wireless Stereo) pairing for stereo sound with two speakers.
• Multiple playback modes: Bluetooth, TF card, USB drive, and AUX input.
• Built-in flashlight function.
• Voice Assistant support.

Controls and Ports

Physical Layout: The speaker has a rectangular design with rounded edges. It features a lanyard attachment point.

Top Panel Controls:

• Power/Flashlight Button: Long press to turn the device on/off. Short press to toggle the flashlight (SOS flash mode available).
• Volume Up / Next Track Button: Short press to increase volume. Long press for the next track.
• Volume Down / Previous Track Button: Short press to decrease volume. Long press for the previous track.
• Multi-function Button (M):
  • Short press: Play/Pause music, Answer/End call, Mute/Unmute microphone during calls.
  • Double press: Activate Voice Assistant (when connected via Bluetooth).
  • Double press (in TWS mode): Enter/Exit TWS pairing mode.
  • Long press (1 second): Disconnect Bluetooth.
  • Long press (5 seconds): Clear pairing memory.

Side Panel Ports:

• Type-C Charging Port: For charging the device.
• TF Card Slot: For playback from a microSD card.
• AUX Input: For wired audio connection.

LED Indicator: The LED light indicates Bluetooth pairing status (flashing) and connection status (solid light).

Playback Modes

Bluetooth Wireless Playback:

1. Turn on the speaker; the LED will flash, indicating Bluetooth pairing mode.
2. On your mobile device, enable Bluetooth and search for the Bluetooth name "X8".
3. Tap to connect. A confirmation tone will sound, and the LED will remain solid when connected.

TWS (True Wireless Stereo) Pairing:

1. Ensure two "X8" speakers are turned on and in Bluetooth pairing mode (LED flashing), and are within 8 meters of each other, with no active Bluetooth connections.
2. Select one speaker as the master. Double-press the "M" button on the master speaker. A confirmation tone will sound, and its LED will flash, indicating TWS pairing mode.
3. After a confirmation tone, both speakers' LEDs will be solid, and the master speaker's LED will flash. Only one "X8" Bluetooth name will appear for pairing. TWS pairing is successful.
4. Connect your mobile device to the "X8" Bluetooth name.
5. Once paired, the speakers will automatically reconnect in TWS mode upon subsequent power-on.
6. During TWS mode, only the master speaker supports hands-free calling.

Other Playback Modes:

• TF Card Playback: Supports cards up to 64GB. Supports APE/FLAC/WAV/MP3 formats.
• USB Drive Playback: Supports drives up to 128GB. Supports APE/FLAC/WAV/MP3 formats.
• AUX Cable Playback: Connect an AUX cable to the device and the speaker for wired playback.

Mode Switching: Press the "M" button to cycle through playback modes: BT → USB → TF → AUX.

Safety Instructions

Please read and follow these safety guidelines carefully:

• This device complies with GB8898-2011, GB13837-2012, and GB17625.1-2012 standards.
• Do not ingest. Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidents.
• Avoid placing the device in high-temperature environments, including direct sunlight.
• Do not place the device near fire or other heat sources.
• Avoid placing the device in environments with high temperature or humidity.
• Only use the provided charging cable or a compatible Type-C cable for charging. Do not attempt to charge with other methods.
• Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the device yourself.
• Protect the device from drops, impacts, scratches, or other actions that may affect its function. If damage occurs (e.g., overheating, deformation, corrosion), stop using the device immediately.
• If the device emits an abnormal smell, color, or shape change at normal temperature, stop using it immediately.
• Improper battery replacement may pose a fire hazard. Use only batteries of the same type or equivalent.
• Prolonged use at high volume may cause hearing damage.

Maintenance and Charging Tips

• Do not use fast chargers exceeding 5V/2A (e.g., PD fast chargers, GaN fast chargers). The voltage from these chargers may not be recognized or compatible with the device's motherboard.
• If the device has not been used for over 3 months, charge it before use.
• For long-term storage, it is recommended to charge the device every 3 months to protect the battery's lifespan.
• It is recommended to fully charge the device upon receiving it before first use.
• Charging: Use a 5W/2A charger and the original Type-C cable. The charging indicator light (red) will be solid while charging and turn off when fully charged. A "beep" sound will indicate low voltage.

Warranty Information

This product is covered by a warranty service based on the "Consumer Rights Protection Law of the People's Republic of China" and "Product Quality Law".

Warranty Service:

1. Within 7 days of signing for the product, if the product exhibits performance failures listed in the "Speaker Performance Failure Table" and confirmed by inspection, you are entitled to a free return or exchange.
2. Within 8-15 days of signing for the product, if the product exhibits performance failures listed in the "Speaker Performance Failure Table" and confirmed by the after-sales service center, you are entitled to a free exchange or repair.
3. Within 12 months of signing for the product, if the product exhibits performance failures listed in the "Speaker Performance Failure Table" and confirmed by the after-sales service center, you are entitled to free repair service.

Speaker Performance Failure Table:

Conditions Not Covered by Warranty:

• Unauthorized repair, misuse, impact, negligence, abuse, liquid ingress, accidents, or modifications.
• Incorrect use of non-original accessories, or damaged/altered labels.
• The warranty period has expired.
• Damage caused by force majeure events such as fire, flood, or lightning.
• Situations not listed in the "Speaker Performance Failure Table".
• Product or accessory failures caused by human factors.

Warranty Card

Please keep this warranty card and your proof of purchase safe for warranty service. This product is warranted for one year from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and maintenance. The company reserves the right to charge for services or parts in case of the following:

• Lack of valid proof of purchase.
• Product damage or malfunction caused by improper use, external force, or human factors.
• Damage caused by natural disasters or other force majeure events.
• Tampering with or altering the product.

Warranty Card Fields: Product Model, Customer Name, Purchase Number, Purchase Date, Contact Phone, Shipping Address.

FCC Statement

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.

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.

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

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.