I have had this speaker since March, and it has worked well. Now it flashes and makes 3 or 4 high-pitched noises, breaking into whatever is being listened to. It is fully charged, and I have tried plugging/unplugging the USB cord. Any ideas of how to fix? I have had this speaker since March, and it has worked well. Now it flashes and makes 3 or 4 high-pitched noises, breaking into whatever is being listened to. It is fully charged, and I have tried... » Read More I have had this speaker since March, and it has worked well. Now it flashes and makes 3 or 4 high-pitched noises, breaking into whatever is being listened to. It is fully charged, and I have tried plugging/unplugging the USB cord. Any ideas of how to fix? « Show Less
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Sounds like you've got another bluetooth device nearby that is trying to connect. Turn off all but the device you want to connect with.
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Hi,Have you given it a good charge? If this is not the issue you could contact the company, I found them extremely helpful and eager to help their customers.
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You could try looking inside the speakers (specifically the one with the volume knob -- that was where my problem was) and see if the capacitors are the problem. See my previous review of these speakers for more info (http://www.amazon.com/review/R33FG0Y92298KH/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm)If you had these plugged directly into a wall socket at time of power outage (and power restart) then maybe more stuff is fried. Note... in my case the buzzing sound was not caused by a power outage or from heat, but just from crappy capacitors in the speaker. They have been working like new for almost a year now after the fix. Good luck! You could try looking inside the speakers (specifically the one with the volume knob -- that was where my problem was) and see if the capacitors are the problem. See my previous review of these speakers for more info (http://www.amazon.com/review/R33FG0Y92298KH/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm)If you had these plugged directly into a wall socket at time of power outage (and power restart) then maybe more stuff is fried. Note... in my case the buzzing sound was not caused by a power outage or from heat, but just from crappy capacitors in the speaker. They have been working... » Read More You could try looking inside the speakers (specifically the one with the volume knob -- that was where my problem was) and see if the capacitors are the problem. See my previous review of these speakers for more info (http://www.amazon.com/review/R33FG0Y92298KH/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm)If you had these plugged directly into a wall socket at time of power outage (and power restart) then maybe more stuff is fried. Note... in my case the buzzing sound was not caused by a power outage or from heat, but just from crappy capacitors in the speaker. They have been working like new for almost a year now after the fix. Good luck! « Show Less
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OK!........4 or All of mine are making sequel and crackling sounds when a phone call comes in. I was told to unplug the charger and let it set for 15 minutes and then plug them back in. They are still making large crackling sounds and squeals! Now what should I do because I purchase the 6 set through amazon. The one out in the shop I doubt is a problem so I'm not worried about #6! Up until last week everything was great. Now I'm having problems and I put in new rechargeable batteries but I still get the screeching and scratching noises! Bruce HartogWildwood, FL 34785
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no. it's not normal. something is loose in the speaker/broken inside, maybe a piece of wood from the speaker and that might be what is moving around. nothing should be moving around inside the speaker box. however, how is the sound? do you hear any crackling? any funny noise? anything out of the ordinary?
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Since I've had mine (about a year), it's done that once. After fiddling around with it for a while, I hard restarted it by unplugging it for a minute and plugging it in again. It's worked fine ever since.
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I haven't had a problem with mine at all. I would probably do what another person suggested. Unplug it for awhile, and then try it again. Sorry I can't be more help.
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The unit needs charged. It will continue until charged. Did it come with a little red plug that you put into the alert or alarm spot on the front? If you have this, putting the plug back in should stop the charger from the high pitched noise. Let me know if this works for you.
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Sorry to hear that. It sounds like a defect. I haven't had any problem with mine. I think I've had it over a year now. Good luck.
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I plugged mine in and the sound works. I would say that yours has a defect. There is a button to push to adjust the volume of the sound. It is explained in the manual. You can check that incase it is just turned down. I doubt that this is the problem, as it is probably set at a default volume. Return for an exchange. I really like mine.
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I've had mine for over a year. About 6 months ago, the cord by the speaker began to break. The copper wire is now exposed (I've taped it) but the speaker still works fine.
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I gave this tablet to my god-daughter, and the same thing happened to her. I bought a new wall power adaptor, but that didn't solve the problem either. Sorry, can't help. Next purchase will be a different, higher quality brand.
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Hi, Cyril! My charging cradle quit shortly after I got the Mint. I've had no annoying sounds. Did you try plugging the charger cord directly into the Mint to see if it still makes the sound?
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First make sure its plugged in the input whole. I made this mistake and it never would charge. But once it's in the correct outlet it should stop flashing when it's full. If it hasn't then you may need to contact the manufacturer. I hope I could help.
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Mine did the same thing in Bluetooth mode. I have been using it for 2 weeks now plugged directly in and it hasn't done it yet. I'm also working with Sharkk via emails to see if they have a solution. I hope they do because I love this little speaker!
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Mine did the same thing. I only kept this a week due to the poor sound quality. However, the problem seemed to go away after charging the unit a few times.
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I haven't had this problem but can imagine two solutions:- check the batteries if not already done so- open the toy and check the speaker connection, re-solder if the wire has come loose (use an electrician if need be).
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Having the same problem Herberto is having, where I hear the high pitched background noise and cyclic modulation, even if I turn the volume down to 0. Seems much worse when I try to use my AV sources rather than cable, though playing MP3s through the USB port sounds fine. Muting (compared to turning the volume down to zero) doesn't produce the noise, but unlike a bunch of people above, I didn't notice an improvement with my external speakers.