Onelink Electronics JT409AM Classical Turntable Instruction Manual

Onelink Electronics JT409AM Classical Turntable

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: JT409AM
• Features: Classical turntable with AM/FM radio, CD player, cassette recorder, USB/SD slot, and Bluetooth

Location of Controls and Indicators

1. Dust cover
2. Revolving shaft
3. Turntable
4. Mode (USB/SD/BT)
5. Function selector
6. Radio selector (AM/FM/FM-Stereo)
7. Auxiliary input
8. Program button
9. 3.5mm headphone socket
10. Record button
11. Delete button
12. USB socket
13. SD/MMC card slot
14. LCD display screen
15. Disk tray door
16. CD open/close button
17. Tuning knob
18. IR remote receiver
19. Skip down button
20. Right speaker
21. Skip up button
22. Stop button
23. Play/Pause button
24. Cassette Player Slot
25. Volume knob
26. Lift lever
27. Tone arm
28. Tone arm lock
29. Stylus
30. 45rpm adapter
31. Auto Stop Control
32. Tonearm mount/latch
33. Speed controller (33/45/78 rpm)
34. Cassette Button (Eject/Fast Forward Button)
35. Cassette tray
36. RCA line output jack
37. FM cable antenna
38. AC power connector
39. Mute function (remote control)
40. Program button (remote control)
41. Repeat button (remote control)
42. Mode button (CD/USB/SD/BT input) (remote control)
43. Back button (remote control)
44. Play/Pause or BT output button (remote control)
45. Record function button (remote control)
46. Stop button (remote control)
47. Forward button (remote control)
48. Folder button above (remote control)
49. Folder button below (remote control)

Product Usage Instructions

Listening to Radio

1. Turn the volume knob in a clockwise direction to turn the equipment on.
2. Use the function selector to select TUNER mode.
3. Use the radio band selector to select the desired band (AM, FM, or FM-Stereo).
4. Turn and hold the tuning knob for a few seconds to tune into a radio station. The unit will start searching automatically and stop  when a radio station is found. Release the knob once a station has been found.
5. Repeat the above step until your desired radio station is found.
6. Adjust the volume knob to your desired volume level.
7. For AM reception, slightly rotate or reposition the unit to improve reception if it is weak.
8. For FM reception, completely unravel and extend the built-in FM wire antenna hanging at the rear cabinet for best reception.
9. Turn the volume knob in a counterclockwise direction to switch the unit off when finished listening to the radio. Unplug it from the power supply if not in use for a while.

FM and FM-Stereo

FM-Stereo allows receiving stereo programs. Once a stereo signal is received, the ST icon will light up on the display.

Phono Operation

1. Open the dust cover and turn the volume knob clockwise to turn the equipment on.
2. Use the function selector to select PHONO mode.
3. Set the speed selector to the appropriate position: 33, 45, or 78, depending on the record to be played.
4. Set the auto stop control to ON if you want the turntable to stop turning when it reaches the end of the record.
5. Lower the tone arm onto the record to start playing.
6. At the end of the record, move the lift lever towards the back to raise the tone arm and move it back to the tone arm park. Then, move the lift lever towards the front to lower the arm onto its  rest.
7. Alternatively, lift the tone arm off the record and return it to the armrest manually.
8. Engage the tone arm lock when finished playing records to protect it.

FAQ

• Q: How do I improve AM reception?
  A: Slightly rotate or reposition the unit to improve AM reception if it is weak.

• Q: How do I improve FM reception?
  A: Completely unravel and extend the built-in FM wire antenna hanging at the rear cabinet for best reception.

CLASSICAL TURNTABLE WITH AM/FM RADIO CD, CASSETTE RECORDER& USB/SD SLOT&BT
MODEL : JT409AM

LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

1. Dust cover

2. Revolving shaft

3. Turntable

4. Mode(USB/S D / B T )

5. Function selector

6. Radio selector (AM/FM/FM-Stereo)

7. Auxiliary input

8. Program button

9. 3.5mm headphone socket

10. Record button

11. Delete button

12. USB socket

13. SD/MMC card slot

14. LCD screen

15. Disk tray door

16. CD open/close button

17. Tuning knob

18. IR remote receiver

19. Skip down button

20. Right speaker

21. Skip up button

22. Stop button

23. Play/Pause button

24. Cassette Player Slot.

25. Volume knob

26. Lift lever

27. Tonearm

28. Tonearm lock

29. Stylus
    PHONOGRAPH

30. 45rpm adapter

31. Lift Lever

32. Auto Stop Control

33. Tonearm mount/la t c h

34. Speed controller (3 3/ 4 5 / 7 8 rpm)

35. Tonearm
    BACK PANEL

36. Cassette Button ( Eject/ Fast Forward Button)

37. Cas sette tray

38. RCA line output jack

39. FM cable antenna

40. AC power connector
    REMOTE CONTROL

41. Mute function

42. Program button

43. Repeat button

44. Mode button (CD/USB/SD/BT input)

45. Back button

46. Play/Pause or BT output button

47. Record function button

48. Stop button

49. Forward button

50. Folder button above

51. Folder button below

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Listening to radio

1. Turn the volume knob in a clockwise direction to turn the equipment on.
2. Use the function selector to select TUNER mode.
3. Use the radio band selector to select the desired band (AM, FM or FM-Stereo).
4. Turn and hold the tuning knob for a few seconds to tune into a radio station. The unit will start searching automatically and stop when a radio station is found. Release the knob once a station has been found.
5. Repeat the above step until your desired radio station is found.
6. Adjust the volume knob to your desired volume level.
7. AM reception: the receiver has a built-in AM bar antenna. If reception is weak, slightly rotate or reposition the unit to improve AM reception.
8. FM reception: the receiver has a built-in FM wire antenna hanging at the rear cabinet. For best reception, completely unravel and extend this wire.
9. When you have finished listening to the radio, turn the volume knob in a counterclockwise direction to switch the unit off. Unplug it from the power supply if you are not going to use it for a while.

FM and FM-stereo

FM-Stereo: receiving stereo programs. Once a stereo signal is received, the ST icon will light up on the display.

Phono Operation

1. Open the dust cover and turn the volume knob clockwise to turn the equipment on.
2. Use the function selector to select PHONO mode.
3. Set the speed selector to the appropriate position: 33, 45 or 78, depending on the record to be played.
4. Set the auto stop control to ON if you want the turntable to stop turning when it has reached the end of the record. If the switch is set to OFF, the turntable will continue turning at the end of the record.
5. Place the record on the turntable (use the 45 rpm adaptor, if required).
6. Move the lift lever towards the back to raise the tone arm from the arm park, then slowly move the arm to the record, as illustrated on the right. The turntable will start rotating.
7. Move the lift lever towards the front, the tone arm will gently drop onto the record and playback will start.
8. To stop playback, move the lift lever towards the back to raise the tone arm. The turntable will still be rotating but the record will stop playing. To continue playback, move the lift lever towards the front.
9. To play a different piece on the record, move the lift lever towards the back, move the raised tone arm to the start of the piece and then move the lift lever towards the front to lower the tone arm and start playback.
10. To adjust the volume level, turn the volume knob to the right or left.
11. At the end of the record, move the lift lever towards the back to raise the tone arm and move it back to the tone arm park, and then move the lift lever towards the front to lower the arm onto its rest.
12. Alternatively, lift the tone arm off the record and return it to the arm rest manually.
13. When you have finished playing records, engage the tone arm lock to protect it from accidental movement. Turn the volume knob in a counterclockwise direction to switch the unit off. Unplug it from the power supply if you are not going to use it for a while.
    NOTE : Should your record stop before the last track finishes, set the auto stop control to OFF. Your record will now play to the end, but you will have to stop the turntable rotation manually. (Return the tone arm to its rest manually and if the turntable is still rotating, switch off the unit by the volume control knob. Then set the auto stop control back to ON.)

Phono encoding

1. Set the function button to PHONO mode and then insert a memory device (USB drive, SD or MMC card).
2. Put your record onto the turntable and get it ready for playback.
3. Press the record REC button. It will take about 3 – 4 seconds to read the memory device, then the USB or SD icon will be flashing on the LCD display.
4. Press the skip up  or skip down button to select the desired mode (USB or SD) for encoding, then press the record REC button again to confirm. (You can skip this step if only a USB drive or an SD/MMC card is inserted.)
5. The system will start the encoding mode after a few seconds.
6. Lower the tone arm to start playback of the record. During encoding, the USB or SD  icon will be flashing on the display.
7. To finish encoding, press the stop button. The display will show “END” and return to PHONO mode

NOTE:

• The recording speed is 1:1. Recording will take as long as playing the record.
• The recording format is preset at MP3 bit rate 128 kbps.

Cassette Operation

1. Turn the volume knob clockwise to start the device.
2. Press the function button to select Tape/Aux.
3. Insert the cassette as shown below.  The Eject/Fast Forward button will pop out and playback starts automatically.
4. Set the desired volume.
5. Press the Eject/Fast Forward button about halfway to fast forward, lightly press the button again and it will pop out fully to resume normal playback.
6. Fully press the Eject/Fast Forward button to stop playback.The cassette is ejected.

IMPORTANT

When using the cassette deck :

• Make sure to insert the cassette in the correct direction.
• To avoid damaging the cassette, we strongly recommend taking it out of the equipment after playing the cassette.
• In case erase tape tracks by improper operation, you can choose take off anti-erase tap (write protection) to finalize the recorded-tape.  For the same principle, if take off anti-erase tap,this tape would not be  able to write new contents/songs.

Cassette encoding

1. Set the function button to TAPE mode and then insert a memory device (USB drive, SD or MMC card).
2. Press the record REC button, it will take 3 – 4 second to read the memory device then the USB or SD icon will be flashing on the LCD display
3. Press the skip up or skip down button to select the desired mode (USB or SD) for encoding, then press the record REC button again to confirm. (You can skip this step if only a USB drive or an SD/MMC card is inserted.)
4. The system will start the encoding mode after a few seconds. Insert your cassette into  the playback slot. During encoding, the USB or SD icon will be flashing on the display.
5. To finish encoding, press the stop button. The display will show “END” and return to TAPE mode.

NOTE:

• The recording format is preset at MP3 bit rate 128 kbps.
• The recording speed is 1:1. Recording will take as long as playing the record

CD Operation

1. Turn the volume knob clockwise to turn the equipment on.
2. Press the CD-ROM switch, then the disk tray door opens.
3. Place the CD face up inside, making sure it is fully placed .Then press the CD-Rom switch again, the disk tray door closes.
4. To play a different piece on the record, Press the skip up or skip down  button to select the desired piece.
5. To adjust the volume level, turn the volume knob to the right or left.

CD encoding

1. Set the function button to CD/USB/SD mode and then insert a memory device (USB drive, SD or MMC card).
2. Press the record REC button, it will take 3 – 4 second to read the memory device, then the USB or SD icon will be flashing on the LCD display
3. Press the skip up or skip down button to select the desired mode (USB or SD) for encoding, and then press the record REC button again to confirm.  (You can skip this step if only a USB drive or an SD/MMC card is inserted.)
4. The system will start the encoding mode after a few seconds. Insert your cassette into  the playback slot. During encoding, the USB or SD icon will be flashing on the display.
5. To finish encoding, press the stop button. The display will show “END” and return to CD/USB/SD mode.

NOTE:
The recording speed is 1:1. Recording will take as long as playing the record. The recording format is preset at MP3 bit rate 128 kbps

The USB Port and SD Card Slot
Playback of music in MP3/WMA format via USB device or memory card The system is able to decode and playback all MP3/WMA files stored in the memory  media connected to the USB port or SD/MMC card slot.

1. Turn the volume knob clockwise to turn the equipment on.

2. Following the illustration below, insert a USB device face up into the USB port, making sure it is fully inserted. Alternatively, insert a memory card in the direction of the arrow (as shown on the label next to the memory card slot), making sure to insert it straight without bending.
   IMPORTANT : Connecting the USB device upside down or backwards could damage the audio system or storage media (USB drive, SD or MMC card). Check to ensure the direction is correct before connection.

3. Set the function selector to USB/SD mode. (If you have both a USB device and a memory card inserted, press the MODE button to toggle between USB and SD mode.) The system will start reading the storage medium automatically after mode selection and will  display the total number of folders and MP3/WMA files.

4. The system will then start audio playback from the media storage device (USB or SD card) automatically

Playback controls

• PLAY/PAUSE
  • Press this button once to stop playing, and press it again to continue.
• STOP
  • Press this button to stop audio playback, the display will then show the total number of MP3/WMA files.
• SKIP UP
  • Press this button once to play the next file, and press and hold this button to fast forward through the files/tracks.
• SKIP DOWN
  • Press this button once to play the previous file, and press and hold this button to fast reverse through the files/tracks.
• TUNING KNOB
  • Turn this knob to the right/left to search a folder backward or forward.
• REPEAT
  • CD/USB/SD playback press and hold this button to one and all repeatedly

Important notes

• The system can detect and read files in MP3 / WMA format only via the USB port or SD  card slot.
• You can connect an MP3 player to the system via the USB socket; however, some MP3 players may not be able to play via the USB socket. This is due to variances in the MP3 encoding format; it is not a malfunction of the system.
• There are numerous USB and SD device producers and their products vary in solution and format. We therefore cannot guarantee that this unit will support all USB and SD devices from every brand.
• This system supports SD cards up to 8GB.
• MP3 / WMA track format requirements:
• MP3 bit rate: 32 kbps~256 kbps; WMA bit rate: 32 kbps ~ 320 kbps

Programming tracks for playback

Up to 64 tracks can be programmed for MP3 / WMA file playback in any order. Before programming, however, be sure the system is in STOP mode.

1. Set the function selector to CD/ USB/SD mode, then press the stop button.
2. Press the program PROG button, MEM will flash on the LCD, and it will indicate the program number and digits for the track number to be programmed.
3. Press the SKIP UP or SKIP DOWN button to select a desired track.
4. Press the program PROG button to store the track into the memory.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter additional tracks into the memory.
6. When all desired tracks have been programmed, press the PLAY/PAUSE  button to play the tracks in the assigned order.
7. To cancel programming, press the STOP button twice

Copying of MP3 / WMA files
The system allows you to copy files from USB to SD/MMC or vice versa. You can copy a single file/track, a folder of files/tracks, or all files/tracks on the storage medium

Copying a single file/track

1. Insert a USB storage device and SD/MMC card, then select USB/SD mode (as described previously).
2. Press the record REC button during playback of the track you want to copy: “ONE”  will be flashing on the display. Press the record REC button again to confirm.
3. The USB or SD icon will be flashing on the display while the system is copying the file.
4. Once the file has been copied, the unit will stop playback automatically. “END” will be shown on the display and the system will revert to USB or SD mode.

Copying a folder

1. Insert a USB storage device and SD card, then select USB/SD mode (as described previously). When the system has recognised the device, press the stop button.
2. Turn the tuning knob to select the desired folder for copying
3. Press the record REC button: “ONE” will be flashing on the display. Press the SKIP UP or SKIP DOWN button to select “FOL” (folder) on the  display. Press the record REC button again to confirm.
4. The USB or SD icon will be flashing on the display while the system is copying the folder.
5. When the folder has been copied, the USB or SD icon will stop flashing on the display.

Copying all files/tracks

1. Insert a USB storage device and SD card, then select USB/SD mode (as described previously). When the system has recognised the device, press the stop  button.
2. Press the record REC button: “ONE” will be flashing on the display. Press the SKIP UP or SKIP DOWN button to select “ALL” on the display. Press the record REC button again to confirm.
3. The USB or SD icon will be flashing on the display while the system is copying the files/ tracks.
4. When all files/tracks have been copied, the USB or SD icon will stop flashing on the display.
   NOTE: If you press the record REC button during playback in USB or SD mode, the file will copy from USB to SD or vice versa.

Removing the USB device / SD card

• First move the function selector to another mode (tuner, phono, tape), then turn the volume knob counterclockwise to turn off the power.
• To remove a USB device, pull it out of the USB port.
• To remove a memory card, press the memory card inwards and then release it. The card will be released (partially ejected) and you can remove it by hand.

The auxiliary input Listening to a CD (or other auxiliary input)

1. Turn the volume knob clockwise to turn the equipment on.
2. Use the function selector to select PHONO/AUX mode, then connect the external  audio device (such as a CD player) to the AUX IN socket at the front of the equipment. The audio signal from the external audio device will now be played through the system
3. If an external audio device is connected to the AUX IN socket, playing of the auxiliary device takes priority over cassette playback.

NOTE:
If you won’t use the unit for a long time ,you had better take the CD out from the disk tray door

AUX IN encoding

1. Use the function selector to select PHONO/AUX mode and then insert a memory device (USB drive, SD or MMC card).
2. Press the record REC button, it will take 3 – 4 seconds to read the memory device, then the USB or SD icon will flash on the LCD.
3. Press the skip up or skip down button to select the desired mode (USB  or SD) for encoding, then press the record REC button again to confirm.  (You can skip this step if only a USB drive or an SD/MMC card is inserted.)
4. The system will start the encoding mode after a few seconds. During encoding, the  USB or SD icon will be flashing on the display.
5. To finish encoding, press the stop button. The display will show “END” and return to PHONO/AUX mode.

NOTE:

• The recording speed is 1:1. Recording will take as long as playing the CD (or other auxiliary input).
• The recording format is preset at an MP3 bit rate 128 kbps.

Bluetooth input -Receiver Listening to iPhone (or other Bluetooth input devices)

1. Turn the volume knob clockwise to turn the equipment on.
2. Choose” TAPE/ AUX/BT ” on the panel， and press “MODE” 2 times. ( 1st =Phono , 2nd =BT ) or Press mode on the remote controller. LCD shows” BT” and flashing. When succeeds in connecting, LCD shows “BT” and stable.
3. Activate the Bluetooth function in your Bluetooth device (such as a Mobile Phone); the device will enter to Bluetooth searching automatically, if not, tap the relate selection to manually enter to searching mode.
4. Your Bluetooth device shows “JORLAI” in the list, and then select it for pairing.
5. You can start to music play on your Bluetooth device when the device is in paired and shows connected. (If not, select/tap the related menu and choose “connect” to connect the Bluetooth turntable manually. It depends on your Bluetooth device version and designed function.)

NOTE:

1. Make sure your Bluetooth device and the unit is within 15 meters.
2. Check and see if there are other Bluetooth devices nearby interfering with the signal and connection.

Bluetooth input encoding (Same as Aux input encoding)

1. When playing in Bluetooth input status.
2. Press the record REC button, it will take 3 – 4 seconds to read the memory device, then the USB or SD icon will flash on the LCD.

Troubleshooting Guide

If you are experiencing problems with your USB Turntable with Cassette Deck and Radio, check in the section below whether there are any quick and easy checks you can do that  may help you solve the problem. If you cannot solve the problem by yourself, contact our after sales support line for advice. Do not attempt to open, repair or modify the equipment yourself.

Problems with sound

• Clockwise rotate the power/volume knob to increase the volume.
• Make sure the unit’s power cord is connected to an appropriate electrical outlet.
• Make sure the wall socket is switched on.
• Make sure the function switch is set to your desired function: PHONO, USB/SD, TUNER, PHONO/AUX.
• When playing records, make sure you’ve selected the correct speed (33, 45, 78 rpm).
• When playing a cassette, make sure it is properly inserted.
• When playing a CD ,make sure the CD is dealt face up .
• When playing a CD via the AUX IN connection, make sure the cable is firmly connected, all controls on the CD player are properly set, the disc tray is closed and the disc is clean and undamaged.
• When playing music from USB device (or SD/MMC card), make sure the memory device is properly inserted in USB port (SD/MMC card slot) and correct MODE is selected

Problems with radio reception

• Make sure you are in an area that can receive signals for your selected radio station.
• If AM reception is weak, rotate or reposition the equipment to improve reception.
• If FM reception is weak, try the following to improve reception:
• Completely unravel the wire aerial at the back of the cabinet.
• Slightly move the wire aerial for better reception.
• If none of these measures improve stereo reception, try the same station on the FM (mono) band.
• Try moving your radio to an alternative location to see if the reception improves
• Check that you do not have other electrical equipment too close to your radio, which may cause interference

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Federal Communications Commission Statement

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.

Warning : Changes or modifications made to this device not expressly approved by Shenzhen Onelink Electronics Co., Limited may void the FCC authorization to operate this device.
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.

RF exposure statement:
The transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a Minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and any part of your body.

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