CROSLEY CR6045A Miles Turntable Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: Crosley

Table of Contents

CROSLEY CR6045A Miles Turntable
Safety Instructions
Items in this package
Specifications
Product Description
Turntable Operation
Needle Replacement
Bluetooth Operation
Troubleshooting
FCC Statements
product Specifications
FAQ
References
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CROSLEY CR6045A Miles Turntable

Questions, problems, missing parts?
Before returning to the store, call Customer Service 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday 1-888-CROSLEY www.crosleyradio.com

Safety Instructions

Read and understand this entire manual before using this product. Keep these instructions for future reference.

Do not use this product near water.
This product should be operated only by the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this instruction manual.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure the reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover these openings.
Unplug the product during a lightning storm or when unused for long periods.

Items in this package

Before throwing away any packaging materials, please check thoroughly and make sure you find the following items that come along with this package:

Turntable
45 RPM adapter
Power adaptor

Please contact Crosley customer service if there is any accessory missing from the package. Retain the original packaging materials for exchange or return purposes.

Specifications

Power AC power adaptor, DC output 12V 1A
Power consumption 18W
Speaker 2” 4Ω 5W x 2
Turntable speed 331/3, 45, 78 RPM
Replacement needle Crosley NP16

Note:

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
To help save power consumption, some models will comply with ERP energy-saving standards. When there is no audio input for 20 minutes, their powers will automatically cut off. To turn the power back on and resume playing, you will need to turn off the power and turn it on again.

Product Description

Aux In Jack
Headphone Jack
Function Knob
Function Indicator
On/Off-Volume Knob
Power Jack
Aux Out Jack
Turntable Platter
Turntable Spindle
45 RPM Adapter
Tonearm Lever
Tonearm
Auto-stop Switch
Speed Switch
Tonearm Clip

Initial Setup

Essential Setup

Place the unit on a flat and level surface. The selected location should be stable and free from vibration.
Remove the tie-wrap that is holding the tonearm.
Connect the er adaptor to the Power Jack of the unit.
Note: Do not plug the AC power adaptor into the power outlet before all the assembly is completed. Before turning the power on, make sure again all the connection settings are correct. Always turn off the power when connecting or disconnecting.

Auxiliary Connections

Aux Input Connection
You can connect an audio device to this unit and play your music through its speakers. To do this, rotate the Function Knob Aux In mode, connect a 3.5mm auxiliary cable (not included) between your audio device and the Aux In Jack of this unit, and start playing.

Note: The Function Indicator will be purple.

Aux Out Connection

If needed, first insert one end of the 3.5mm auxiliary cable (not included) into the AUX Input jack on your powered speakers according to their user manual.
Insert the other end of the 3.5mm auxiliary cable into the AUX Output jack on the unit.

Turntable Operation

Rotate the On/Off Volume Knob to turn on the power.
Rotate the Function Knob to the PHONO position.
Note: The Function Indicator will be red
Set the Speed Switch accordingly.
Place the record on the turntable. Use the 45 RPM Adapter if necessary.
Remove the stylus protector from the stylus assembly.
Note: To avoid stylus damage, make certain the included stylus guard is in place whenever the turntable is being moved or cleaned.
Release the Tonearm Clip.
Note: when the turntable is not in use, remember to lock back and hold down the clip.
Use the Tonearm Lever to lift the tonearm.
Gently move the tonearm over the record where play is desired to begin. Set the Tonearm Lever back to the down position, the tonearm will descend slowly onto the record and begin to playback.
When the record is finished playing, use the Tonearm Lever again to raise the Tonearm and then return it to the Tonearm Rest. Release the lever to let the tonearm sit back at its rest. To suspend the playback, repeat the same steps.
Lock the Tonearm Clip to secure the tonearm.

Platter Auto-stop

If the Auto-stop Switch is set to the ON position, the platter will stop spinning automatically when the record plays to the end. On some rare occasions, if the turntable stops playing before the end of the record, set the switch to the OFF position the turntable should overcome this issue.

Needle Replacement

Removing Needle

Gently pull down the front edge of the needle.
Pull the needle forward.
Pull out and remove.

Installing Needle

Position the needle with its tip facing down.
Line up the back of the needle with the cartridge.
Insert the needle with its front end at a downward angle and gently lift the front of the needle upward until it snaps into place.

Bluetooth Operation

Turn the Function Knob to Bluetooth, you will hear an activation sound from the unit.
Note: The function indicator will be flashing blue.
Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your audio device, search for “CROSLEY CR6045A” and pair.
Once your device is successfully paired with the unit, you will hear a short confirmation sound from the unit, and the function indicator will be blue.
Play and stream music from your device to the unit.

Note: Bluetooth version – 5.0

Bluetooth Output Operation

This turntable features Bluetooth output which is a device that transmits audio from this turntable to another Bluetooth device such as wireless Bluetooth headphones, Bluetooth speakers, or other Bluetooth receiving devices.

Place the audio device that supports Bluetooth technology as close to your turntable as possible.
Set the turntable’s function switch to the right position for Bluetooth out.
Set the device that you would like to connect to pairing mode.
Your turntable will connect automatically to your audio device once they are both in pairing mode.
When the pairing is complete, you will hear a short confirmation sound from the unit.
Note: If pairing is unsuccessful, make sure your audio device is not paired/connected to another Bluetooth device.

Turntable Maintenance

Do not touch the stylus tip with your fingers. Avoid bumping the stylus on the turntable mat or a record’s edge.
Clean the stylus frequently with a soft brush with a back-to-front motion only.
Clean the records to get rid of dust or grease with a record cleaning brush and record cleaning solution.
Clean the turntable lid and turntable cabinet with a slightly damped microfiber cloth.
Note: Do not use cleanser that contains alcohol, benzene, or any other harsh chemicals, that might damage the paint and finish of the turntable.
- Crosley offers a product line of different cleaning accessories. Please ask your retailer or check out our website www.crosleyradio.com for more cleaning product information.

Troubleshooting

There is no power

The power adaptor is not connected correctly.
No power at the power outlet.
To help save power consumption, some models will comply with ERP energy-saving standards. When there is no audio input for 20 minutes, their powers will automatically cut off. To turn the power back on and resume playing, turn off the power and turn it on again.

Power is on, but the platter does not turn

The turntable mode is not selected.
The turntable’s drive belt has slipped off.

The turntable is spinning, but there is no sound or sound not loud enough

The Stylus protector is still on.
The input gain of the amplified speaker or similar device may be too low.

FCC Statements

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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, under 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 by 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 the receiver.
Connect the equipment to 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.

Note: The Grantee is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance. such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, the distance must be at least 0 cm between the radiator and your body, and fully supported by the operating and installation configurations of the transmitter and its antenna(s).

SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Modern Marketing Concepts Inc. dba Crosley Brands, declares that the radio equipment type complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: http://crosleybrands.com/euDoC