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MEM-CE, LLC.

11485 Valley View Road,  Eden Prairie, MN 55344 USA  

MEMOREX-CE.COM

Memorex and the Memorex logo are trademarks of Imation Corp and its affiliates. The Bluetooth

®

 word 

mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by 

Imation Corp is under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For additional setup, operating assistance or an electronic version of this user manual, please visit 

www.MEMOREX-CE.COM

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Congratulations on your purchase of the Memorex Bluetooth

®

 Multi-Media 

Boombox! The MW5554, with built-in Bluetooth

®

 A2DP Profile Wireless Technology 

rocks the house with its High Power Audio Amplifier and Spectrum Analyzer 

displayed on the LCD screen.  Its rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery makes 

it portable. Choose your source of music from any Bluetooth-enabled device, 

FM-PLL stereo radio, or MP3 files on a USB drive or SD Card. Please follow these 

operational instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

The MW5554 Bluetooth Multi-Media Boombox features a built-in rechargeable 

battery that can be charged using the Micro USB DC Jack 

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located on the rear 

of the unit. Before first use, fully recharge the speaker for a minimum of 8 hours for 

optimal performance and battery life.
1.  Connect charging cable (included) to a computer USB port or USB power adapter 

with 5V supply. 

2.  When connected to a power source, the CHARGE indicator 

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 will light solid Red 

to indicate the charging is in progress.

3.  The CHARGE indicator 

will turn off when the integrated battery is fully charged. 

CHARGING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

You can charge an external device by connecting its USB charging cable into the 

rear USB CHARGING socket 

bq 

under the rubber flap. Charging does not work while 

in the FM mode.

OPERATION

Pair a Bluetooth-Enabled Mobile Device

1.  Turn on MW5554 by pressing the Power   button 

X

 located on front of the unit. 

2.  Repeatedly press the Function button 

bk 

to select the Bluetooth mode (the 

Bluetooth indicator will appear in the display and a tone will sound). The unit 

will automatically search for and pair to a previously paired Bluetooth device (if 

previously paired). You can also press and hold the FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause  

( ) button 

bt 

for 2 seconds to begin pairing; the blue PAIR indicator will blink.

3.  Turn on your mobile device’s Bluetooth option in settings to search for a 

discoverable device with a Bluetooth signal. Select MRX-MW5554 from the 

device results on your smartphone or tablet.

4.  You can also switch between paired devices or pair a new device by pressing and 

holding the FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause ( ) button 

bt 

for 2 seconds; the blue PAIR 

indicator will blink.

5.  You will hear an audible tone indicating the Bluetooth connection is now enabled 

and the blue PAIR indicator 

will light solid when successfully paired.

6.  Use “0000” if a pairing code is necessary on your mobile device.
7.  Find your music selection on your mobile device, select play and enjoy! 
8.  While connected via Bluetooth, press the FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause ( ) button 

bt 

to Play or Pause and the Tune/Skip 

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 / 

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 buttons to go back or 

advance tracks.

If connection is lost after successful pairing, check to make sure the distance 

between speaker and Bluetooth-enabled device does not exceed 30 ft/10 m.  If the 

connection is interrupted due to low battery, switch the speaker off, recharge the 

internal battery, and repeat steps when fully charged.

Listen to Music Using USB or SD Card with MP3 Audio Files

1.  Insert a USB drive into USB MP3 socket 

or SD Card into SD socket 

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.

2.  Repeatedly press the Function button 

bk 

to select the USB or SD CARD mode; 

the unit will automatically start playing the music after up to 60 seconds.

3.  Press the FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause ( ) button 

bt 

to Play or Pause and the Tune/

Skip 

an

 / 

ao

 buttons to go back or advance tracks. You can also press 

the Stop  /Program/Memory button 

ap 

to stop playback. Select different folders 

using the P.MODE/MEM +/ button 

aq 

(press and hold) or to cycle 

through the Playback modes: Repeat 1 

FOLDER

, Repeat Folder 

FOLDER

, Repeat All 

FOLDER

 or Shuffle 

FOLDER

.

4.  You can program up to 20 tracks to play back in the order you set. When in the 

Stop mode, press the Stop  /Program/Memory button 

ap

; “P01” (Program 1) will 

blink in the display. Select a track to be played first using the Tune/Skip 

an

 

ao

 buttons, then press the Stop  /Program/Memory button 

ap

. Repeat to 

program up to 20 tracks and press the FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause ( ) button 

bt 

to start program playback.

5.  To delete a program, press the Stop  /Program/Memory button 

ap

 twice while in the 

Stop mode.

HOW TO USE THE MEMOREX MW5554

HOW TO USE THE MEMOREX MW5554

LED INDICATOR

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1.   Passive Subwoofer
2.  CHARGE Indicator
3.  Tablet/Smartphone Holder
4.  Carrying Handle
5.  LCD Display
6.  PAIR Indicator
7. Speaker
8.  USB MP3 Socket (for MP3 

Playback)

9. Power  Button
10.  Bass + Button
11.  Bass – Button
12.   Button
13.  Treble – Button
14.  Tune –/Skip 

9

 Button

15.  Tune +/Skip 

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 Button

16. Stop  /Program/Memory Button
17.  P.MODE (Playback Mode)/MEM +/

Button

18.   Button
19.  Volume – Button
20.  FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause ( ) 

Button

21.  Function Button
22.  SD Card Socket
23.  FM Antenna
24.  DC Jack (Micro USB)
25.  Headphone Jack
26.  Auxiliary (AUX) Jack
27.  USB CHARGING Socket (for 

Charging)

SPECIFICATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY

Power Source ......................................Rechargeable Lithium 3.7V/ 2100mAh X 1 PC
Output Power .................................................................. 2.5W x 2 (RMS @10% THD)
Charging Time ....................................................................................... Up to 6 Hours
Playback Time ................................................................................................. 4 Hours
Dimensions ....................................................................393(W) x 150(H) x 128(D) mm
Weight ...............................................................................................................1.48kg
Compatibility .....................................................Bluetooth 4.0, 3.0,2.1+EDR Compatible
Radio Frequency .....................................................................FM: 87.5MHz–108MHz
Frequency Response............................................................................ 100Hz~16KHz
Accessories .................................................................................. USB Cable, Manual

6.  To remove the USB drive or SD Card, first turn the unit’s power off by pressing the 

Power   button 

X

.

Listen to Music Using FM-PLL Radio

Enjoy your favorite FM stations with crisp, digital tuning and easy programming for 

station presets.
1.  Repeatedly press the Function button 

bk 

to select the FM mode.

2.  Manually search for stations by tapping the Tune/Skip 

an

 / 

ao

 buttons or 

auto search by pressing and holding the buttons for 2 seconds; the next strong FM 

station will tune in.

3.  Static can be reduced on a station by changing from the Stereo (“ST”) mode to 

Mono mode by pressing the FM Mode/Pair/Play-Pause ( ) button 

bt

.

4.  Adjust the FM Antenna 

bm 

as desired.

5.  To save station selections, press the Stop  /Program/Memory button 

ap

, then 

the Tune/Skip 

an

 / 

ao

 buttons.

 

Confirm the preset by pressing the Stop  /

Program/Memory button 

ap

.

6.  Repeat step 5 to save up to 20 stations for recall.
7. Press P.MODE/MEM +/ button 

aq 

to recall and play preset stations.

Listen to Music Using the Line-In Source

This unit provides an auxiliary audio signal input jack for connecting external audio 

devices like MP3 players, CD players and listening to your external source through 

the speakers of this system.
1.  Insert one end of an audio cable (not included) into the Line Out Jack (or 

Headphone Jack) on your external audio device and the other end into the AUX 

Jack 

bp

.

2.  Repeatedly press the Function button 

bk 

to select the AUX mode.

3.  Use the connected external audio device to play and pause music. Sound will be 

heard through the speaker.

4.  Adjust the speaker volume level either by pushing the “+” 

ar 

or “–” 

as

 Volume 

buttons on this unit, or by using the volume controls on the mobile device.

HEADPHONE JACK

For private listening, insert headphone cable (not included) into the Headphone jack 

bo 

located on the back of the unit.

AUTO OFF

The MW5554 will automatically shut off if there is no music from a Line-In source or 

from a Bluetooth-enabled device for more than 20 minutes.

Notes:

•  Charging time will vary if you listen to music while charging the battery. Turn off 

the speaker power during the charging process or until battery is fully charged.

•  To prolong battery life, completely discharge before fully recharging again.  
•  Recharge the battery at least once a month.

MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM FOR CONTINUED ENJOYMENT

•  When not in use, turn the unit off. To extend the battery life of your external 

audio/mobile device, turn off the Bluetooth signal when not in use.

•  Keep the unit away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
•  Clean durable rubberized exterior with a damp soft cloth.
•  Protect your furniture when placing the unit on wood and lacquered finishes.

Notes:

•  When the unit is on and in Bluetooth source mode, the speaker will automatically 

try to connect to the most recently played paired device when available. Up to 

six devices maximum may be stored in Bluetooth memory. 

•  To avoid interference, deactivate Wi-Fi on your device (smartphone, tablet, etc.) 

when using Bluetooth.

 

 
 

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LIMITED WARRANTY

MEM-CE, LLC. warrants this product against defects for 90 days from the date of original purchase. 
MEM-CE, LLC. shall not be responsible for any lost data or other incidental or consequential 
damages related to this product. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied 
warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above 
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, 
and you may have other rights which may vary from one state, province or country to another.
PLEASE KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS IN CASE YOU NEED TO RETURN 
THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE OR MEM-CE, LLC.

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT: 

WWW.MEMOREX-CE.COM 

OR 

CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE:

 For customers calling within the 

United States and Canada, call 

1-877-363-6673

TROUBLESHOOTING

Not Charging:

•  Check to make sure the USB cable (provided) is plugged into the Micro USB Jack 

and the other end is plugged into a USB Power Adapter (not included) or Powered 
USB jack on a computer.

•  Plug another device into the same outlet to confirm the power source is working.

Sound not clear or no sound:

•  Check volume levels on both MW5554 speaker and connected device.
•  Check distance between this unit and the connected device.

Music does not play from external device:

•  Make sure you are using a Bluetooth-enabled device.
•  Select MRX-MW5554 as your speaker device, disconnect this unit and device 

from pairing with all other devices.

•  Check if both devices are connected.
•  Restart the MW5554 and auto-connect with the Bluetooth-enabled device.

Unit gets warm after extended play at high volume

•  This is normal; turn the unit off for a period of time or lower the volume.

  MODE 

LED EFFECT

 

Charging External Device  Solid Red

  Full Charge 

Off 

 

  MODE 

LED EFFECT

 

  Device Paired 

Solid Blue

 OFF 

Off 

MEMOREX-CE.COM

MW5554

User Guide 

Please read these instructions  completely  

before operating this product.

Multi-Media Boombox

Bluetooth

I’ll Play All Your Tunes

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 a dry cloth.
7.  Do not block any of the 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.  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 

polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized 
plug has two blades with one wider than the 
other. A grounding-type plug has two blades 
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade 
or the third prong are provided for your 
safety. When the provided plug does not fit 
into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on 

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit 
from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified 

by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning 

storms or when unused for long periods of 
time.

13. 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 plug is 
damaged, liquid 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.

14. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or 

electric shock, do not expose this apparatus 
to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled 
with water, such as a vase, on the apparatus.

15. The AC mains plug is used as the power 

disconnect device and it should remain 
readily accessible and operable during 
intended use. In order to completely 
disconnect the apparatus from power, the 
mains plug should be completely removed 
from the AC outlet socket.

CAUTION: 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE:

 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within 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.

ATTENTION:

 

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 appliance.

WARNING:

 

Users of this product are cautioned not to make modifications or changes that are not 

approved by MEM-CE, LLC., doing so may void the compliance of this product and may result in the 
loss of the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CAUTION:

 TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.

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: 

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

: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

 

SURGE PROTECTORS:

 It is recommended to use a surge protector for AC connection. Lightning and power  

  surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

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