EVS-6000BT

Roadie™ Unplugged
Mobile Amped Audio
System

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Contents

English
1. Introduction 2
2. Battery Precautions 2
3. Getting Started 3
4. Installation 3
5. Bluetooth® Connections 4
6. Battery Charging 5
7. General Operations 6
8. Using as a Microphone for Phone Calls 6
9. Using the Audio Cable 6
10. Troubleshooting Tips 7
11. Product Care 7
12. Product Registration 8
13. Specifications 8
14. Hearing Protection 8
15. Operating and Storage Temperatures 9
16. Recycling and Disposal 9
17. FCC Notice (U.S. only) 9
18. IC notice 10
19. EU notice 10
20. Disclaimer of Warranties 10
21. Limited Warranty (U.S.) 11
22. Limited Warranty (EU & Switzerland) 12
23. Limited Warranty (outside U.S., EU & Switzerland) 12
24. Limited Warranty (Australia) 12

Please read the following safety warnings and precautions

before using your device.

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Roadie™ Unplugged Mobile Amped
Audio System - a small portable music player, speaker and
amplifier. You can turn any hard surface such as wooden desk
or glass table into a speaker by simply placing this device on its
surface. This device can be easily connected with any audio or
video devices, smartphones, etc. via Bluetooth® connection or
audio cable for your traveling or daily needs.

2. Battery Precautions
The device can be powered by a built-in rechargeable lithium
battery. Please charge the battery for at least 8 hours before
your first use of the device.
• If the device is not used for a long period of time, the battery
may lose its charge. Please recharge the battery.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
• Use only the supplied USB cable or a standard 5V USB AC
adapter (not supplied) to recharge the battery. Improperly
charging a battery may damage it or the device.
• Do not use an unauthorized battery.
• Never open the device by yourself. For replacement of battery
please contact our technical support (www.franklin.com).
Opening the device by yourself will invalidate the warranty.
• Do not attempt to open the rechargeable battery or battery
pack. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Should a battery leak, the device may become damaged. Clean
the battery compartment immediately, avoiding contact with
your skin.
• Keep batteries out of reach of small children. If swallowed,
consult a physician immediately.
• Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car
in summer or winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and
lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep the battery between
15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or cold
battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully
charged.
• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode.
Batteries may also explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries
according to local regulations. Do not dispose as household
waste.

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3. Getting Started
General Controls

Normal Sound
High Definition Sound
Battery indicator
Volume Up/Next
Volume Down/Previous
Microphone Mute
Power On/Off; Bluetooth Setup/
Play/Pause
(Press and hold to turn on/off )

Cables
Power Cable

Audio Cable

4. Installation
Rubber Stand Protective tape Protective cover
Remove the protective tape
at the bottom of the device
to reveal the rubber stand.
When the rubber stand is
dirty, wash it with water.
Replace the protective
tape to protect the rubber stand from dust when not in use.
Alternatively, use the provided protective cover to do so.

Magnets
The device contains two modules that are
connected together with magnets. Keep
magnetic field sensitive products such as
credit cards and video screens away from
this device to avoid damage or malfunction.
To avoid injuries, do not put fingers between
modules when joining them together.
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Flat and Hard Surface

5. Bluetooth® Connections
Connect the speaker with a smartphone
1. Turn on the Bluetooth function of your smartphone.
2. On the device, press and hold to turn on the device
and the Bluetooth feature.
• A long beep sound can be heard when the speaker is turned
on, then followed by two low-pitched sounds when the
Bluetooth feature is turned on.
• The button keeps blinking when no Bluetooth
connection is made.
3. On your mobile phone look for the device “Franklin
Roadie” and connect it with your phone.
• No password is required.
• You hear two low-pitched sounds when the connection is
successful.
• The button stays lit when the Bluetooth connection is
established.

Connect the speaker with a computer

1. Add a Bluetooth adapter to your computer.
• This is usually done by plugging the adapter into a USB port.
(If a Bluetooth adapter is already built in or attached to your
computer, ignore this step.)
2. On the device, press and hold to turn on the speaker
and the Bluetooth feature.
• A long beep sound can be heard when the speaker is turned
on, then followed by two low-pitched sounds when the
Bluetooth feature is turned on.
• The button keeps blinking when no Bluetooth
connection is made.
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3. Open the Control Panel of your computer, then locate
and click “Bluetooth Devices”.
4. Click “Add” and then follow the instructions on the
computer to connect the device with the computer.
• Look for the device “Franklin Roadie”.
• In case a password is required, enter “0000”.
• You hear a low-pitched sound when the connection is
successful.
• The button stays lit when the Bluetooth connection is
established.

6. Battery Charging
The device has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
which can be charged by connecting with the USB port* of your
computer.

Computer

Power Cable

Refer to the battery indicator (above the + button) for the

charging status.

Indicator Charging status

Blinking Charging in progress
Stays lit Charging completed
After charging, the device can be used without the power
connection. Charge the device again when you see the battery
indicator blinking quickly.
*The device can also be powered by a 5V AC adapter (not provided).

Note: Due to the used enclosure material, the device shall only be connected
to a USB Interface of version 2.0 or higher. The connection to the so-called
power USB is prohibited.

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7. General Operations
• Press and hold to switch on or off the device. You hear a
long beep sound when the device turns on or off.
• Press and hold + or – to adjust the volume.
• Press HD to obtain high definition sound. Press NORMAL to
restore to normal sound.
• When listening to music, press to start, pause or resume
playback. Press – or + to skip to the previous or next
song.

8. Using as a Microphone for Phone Calls

You can use the device as a microphone to make phone calls.
During a phone call, press to mute the microphone. Press
again to deactivate the mute function.
Making Calls via Internet Phone
For Skype or other IP calls via the speaker, all controls (including
making calls and hang up) have to be done on your computer.

9. Using the Audio Cable

You may also use the supplied audio cable for audio input from
computer, smartphone or audio device. All playback controls
must be made on the respective device.

Audio device/Smartphone

Audio Cable
Computer

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10. Troubleshooting Tips
1. I cannot connect the device with my smartphone or
computer via Bluetooth connection.
• Make sure you have turned on the Bluetooth feature on your
smartphone or computer.
• Make sure you have turned on the Bluetooth feature (or
pairing mode) on the device (you hear two low-pitched
sounds and the button keeps blinking before pairing).
• Make sure the battery level of the device is not too low
(charging indicator is blinking quickly).
2. I cannot turn on the device again after switch off.
• The device requires some time for complete switch off.
Please wait for 5-10 seconds before you turn on the device
again.
3. I cannot skip to the previous or next song by pressing
– or + .
• Make sure you are playing a series of songs on a playlist
instead of only playing a single music file.
• All playback controls must be made on your computer
or smartphone when you are using an audio cable for
playback.
4. There is no sound or distorted sound when using the
Bluetooth connection.
• Make sure that this device is not too far (within 10 meters or
33 feet) from the audio source, or the device is not having
interference from wireless LAN, other 2.4 GHz wireless
device, or microwave oven.

11. Product Care

Your device is designed to be light, compact and durable. However, it is
an electronic device and must be treated carefully. Putting unnecessary
pressure on it or striking the device against other objects can cause
damage. To avoid damage to your device, please:
• Do not drop, crush, bend, or apply excessive force to the device.
• Do not expose your device to moisture, extreme or prolonged heat,
cold, humidity, or other adverse conditions. Avoid storing it in damp,
humid or wet places. It is not waterproof.
• Do not operate or store unit in places with frequent static electricity
or electrical noise (e.g. speaker, TV set).
• Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather. Never use
solvents.
• The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel.
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• Please keep plastic bags away from babies and children to avoid
danger of suffocation.
• This device contains magnets. Keep magnetic field sensitive products
such as credit cards and video screens away from this device to avoid
damage or malfunction.

12. Product Registration

Visit www.franklin.com for product registration.

13. Specifications
Model EVS-6000BT Roadie™ Unplugged Mobile Amped Audio System
Size: 3.6 x 2.5 x 2.5 in (92 x 64 x 64 mm)
Weight: 15.5 ounce (440 g)
Frequence range: 40Hz - 20KHz
Power supply: Built-in lithium-ion battery/USB cable
Impedance: Satellite 4 ohms + subwoofer 2 ohms
Bluetooth: Noise Blackout Extreme, operating range up to 10 meters.
Maximum operating range may vary depending on obstacles (such
as person, metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment (such as
wireless LAN).
© 2012 Franklin Electronic Publishers, Inc. Burlington, N.J. 08016-4907
U.S.A. All rights reserved. Patent pending.
Imported to the European Community by: Franklin Electronic Publishers
GmbH, Kapellenstr. 13, 85622 Feldkirchen, Germany.

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FCC ID: CK2-EVS1000ABT IC: 10137A-EVS1000ABT

Bluetooth
The word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and any use of such marks by Franklin Electronic Publishers Inc. is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
Compatibility
This device is compliant with Bluetooth Specification 2.1 + EDR
supporting A2DP, AVRCP, HSP1.0. Please check with the manufacturers of
other devices to check for their compatibility with this device.

14. Hearing Protection

Protect your hearing from long exposure of loud sounds at high volume.
Set the volume to an appropriate level in different environments. Do not
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hold or place the device near the ears.

15. Operating and Storage Temperatures

Do not use or store the device in environments that exceed the
recomended temperatures listed below. Otherwise, the device may
become hot and could result in serious injury, death, or damage to
property. Keep also the device accessories away from heat sources.
• Device operating 32 to 95˚F (0 to 35˚C)
• Device storage 23 to 122˚F (-5 to 50˚C)
• Travel charger operating 41 to 95˚F (5 to 35˚C)

16. Recycling and Disposal

Device Disposal
This device should be disposed through your local electronic
product recycling system - do not throw in trash bin.

Packaging Disposal
Please save this User’s Guide and all packing materials, as they contain
important information. In case of disposal, please refer to your local
recycling system.
Battery Disposal
Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
Please obey your local regulations when disposing of used
batteries. Please visit www.franklin.com/eu to contact Franklin
or its distributors to get information for battery disposal and/or
replacement. However, shipping and handling expenses might apply.
This unit may change operating modes, lose information stored in
memory, or fail to respond due to electrostatic discharge or electrical
fast transients. Normal operation of this unit may be re-established by
pressing .

17. FCC Notice (U.S. only)

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.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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. Under the influence
of electrostatic phenomenon, the product may malfunction and require user to
reset. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

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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:
1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2) Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver. 3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4) Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded
cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.
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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement :
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

18. IC notice
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.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(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. Le présent appareil est conforme
aux CNR d’Industrie 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
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.

19. EU notice
This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the R & TTE
Directive(1999/5/EC). Hereby, Franklin Electronic Publishers Inc., declares that
this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is attached
on the last page of the manual.

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20. Disclaimer of Warranties

Except as specifically provided herein, Franklin makes no warranty of any kind,
express or implied, with respect to this product.

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21. Limited Warranty (U.S.)
LIMITED WARRANTY, DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES, AND LIMITED REMEDY
FRANKLIN WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL BE
FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A PERIOD OF ONE (1)
YEAR FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE AS EVIDENCED BY A COPY OF THE
SALES RECEIPT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE DUE TO ACTS
OF GOD, ACCIDENT, MISUSE, ABUSE, NEGLIGENCE, MODIFICATION, UNSUITABLE
ENVIRONMENT, OR IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. THE SOLE OBLIGATION AND LIABILITY
OF FRANKLIN, AND THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, IS
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AT THE SOLE OPTION OF FRANKLIN AND THIS REMEDY
APPLIES ONLY IN THE CASE IN WHICH FRANKLIN DETERMINES THAT THE PRODUCT
WAS DEFECTIVE AND THAT THE DEFECT AROSE WITHIN THE DURATION OF THE
LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS REMEDY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU CERTAIN RIGHTS; YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS THAT MAY VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.
EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY EXPRESSLY RECITED ABOVE, THIS FRANKLIN
PRODUCT IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABLE QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR THOSE ARISING BY LAW, STATUTE, USAGE OF TRADE, OR COURSE OF
DEALING. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY OR
FOR FRANKLIN AND SPECIFICALLY DOES NOT INCLUDE BATTERIES, CORROSION OF
BATTERY CONTACTS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE CAUSED BY BATTERIES. FRANKLIN
SHALL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR
ENTITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT,
LOST OR CORRUPTED DATA, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSS, EVEN IF
FRANKLIN HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR EVEN
IF OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE. FRANKLIN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CLAIMS BY A
THIRD PARTY. FRANKLIN’S MAXIMUM AGGREGATE LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED
THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE PRODUCT AS EVIDENCED BY THE SALES RECEIPT. SOME
STATES/JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IF THE LAWS OF THE RELEVANT JURISDICTION DO NOT
PERMIT FULL WAIVER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN THE DURATION OF IMPLIED
WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY GRANTED HEREIN.
Warranty Service: If you think your product is defective, call Franklin’s Customer
Service Desk, 1-800-266-5626, to request a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”)
number, before returning the product (transportation charges prepaid) to:
Franklin Electronic Publishers, Inc.
Attn: Service Department, One Franklin Plaza
Burlington, NJ 08016-4907
If you return a Franklin product, please include your name, address, telephone
number, a brief description of the defect and a copy of your sales receipt as proof
of your original date of purchase. You must also write the RMA prominently on the
package if you return the product; otherwise there may be a lengthy delay in the
processing of your return. Franklin strongly recommends using a trackable form of
deliver to Franklin for your return.

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22. Limited Warranty (EU & Switzerland)
Notwithstanding the disclaimer of warranties above, this product, excluding batteries
and liquid crystal display (LCD), is guaranteed by Franklin to be free of defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. It
will be repaired or replaced with an equivalent product (at Franklin’s option) free of
charge for any defect in workmanship or materials during that time. This warranty
explicitly excludes defects due to misuse, accidental damage, or wear and tear. This
warranty does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights.

23. Limited Warranty (outside U.S., EU &

Switzerland)
Notwithstanding the disclaimer of warranties above, this product, excluding batteries
and liquid crystal display (LCD), is guaranteed by Franklin to be free of defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. It will
be repaired or replaced with an equivalent product (at Franklin’s option) free of
charge for any defect in workmanship or materials during that time.
Products purchased outside the United States, the European Union and Switzerland
that are returned under warranty should be returned to the original vendor with
proof of purchase and description of fault. Charges will be made for all repairs unless
valid proof of purchase is provided.
This warranty explicitly excludes defects due to misuse, accidental damage, or wear
and tear. This warranty does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights.

24. Limited Warranty (Australia)

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. This product, excluding
batteries and liquid crystal display (LCD), is guaranteed by Franklin to be free of
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. If you think your product is defective, please contact Franklin to arrange for
repair or replacement:
FRANKLIN ELECTRONIC PUBLISHERS (AUST) PTY LTD.
Unit 4, 25 Gibbes Street, Chatswood, NSW 2067, Australia
Contact person: Service Manager
Tel: 1800 882 588
Email: service_au@franklin.com
Charges will be made for all repairs unless valid proof of purchase is provided. Your
product will be repaired or replaced with an equivalent product (at Franklin’s option)
free of charge for any defect in workmanship or materials during that time. The repair
of your goods may result in the loss of any user-generated data. Please ensure that
you have made a copy of any data saved on your goods. Goods presented for repair
may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired.
Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods. This warranty explicitly excludes
defects due to misuse, accidental damage, or wear and tear. This warranty does not
affect the consumer’s statutory rights.

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 Franklin Electronic Publishers, Inc.
One Franklin Plaza, Burlington, NJ 08016-4907, USA
TEL: 1-800-266-5626 URL: http://www.franklin.com

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Franklin Electronic Publishers, Inc., One Franklin Plaza, Burlington, NJ 08016-
4907, U.S.A. declare under our sole responsibility that the product:

Model: EVS-6000BT
to which this declaration refers conforms with the following standards:
EMC:
EN 301489-1: V1.8.1
EN 301489-17: V2.1.1
EN 55013:2001+A1:2003+A2:2006
EN 55020:2007
SAFETY:
EN 60065:2002+A1:2006+A11:2008
SPECTRUM:
EN 300328: V1.7.1
RF EXPOSURE:
EN 50371:2002

According to the Directive in 1999/5/EC(R & TTE): Article 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2

The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in

Annex IV of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed with the involvement of the
following Notified Body:
PHOENIX TESTLAB GmbH, Köningswinkel 10, 32825, Blomberg, Germany
The product is marked with the CE mark and Notified Body number according to
the Directive 1999/5/EC:

CE 0700
Place Of Issue: Hong Kong Date Of Issue: February 27, 2012
Product Development Authorization:

Signature: _____________________
Name: Pang Lee
Position: Vice President
Product Development

RDS-28019-00 Rev B Printed in China

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