GPX BCA209B Portable Am/FM Boombox with CD and Cassette Player-Complete Features/Instruction Guide

GPX BCA209B Portable Am/FM Boombox with CD and Cassette Player

Specifications

• BRAND: GPX
• CONNECTIVITY TECHNOLOGY: Auxiliary
• COLOR: Black
• SPEAKER TYPE: Stereo
• ITEM DIMENSIONS LXWXH: 9.53 x 8.87 x 4.88 inches
• ITEM WEIGHT: 3.98 pounds

Introduction

With this classic boombox with a modern design, you can bring the good old days into the twenty-first century. You can listen to radio (AM/FM), CD Cassette, or aux in through the built-in speakers on this boombox. Its simple design makes it simple to use and enjoy for people of all ages, with programmed tracks and the ability to repeat one or all of them, as well as the ability to record radio or CD to cassette. Plug it in at home or carry it with you when you’re out and about. To get the optimum reception, utilize the built-in AC power cable or DC batteries (6C not included) and the telescopic antenna.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• Power Adapter
• Owner’s Manual

FEATURES & CONTROLS

• CD & Cassette player
• Auto-Stop at end of the cassette
• Built-in AM radio antenna
• Extendable FM radio antenna
• Analog volume control
• Aux In (3.5mm audio input)
• Can record from Radio or CD
• AC Power: requires AC Power Cable (included)
• DC Battery Power: requires 6 C batteries (not included)

CONTROLS AND DISPLAY

   POWER

AC POWER

Plug the power cord into the AC Power Input on the unit and a standard power outlet.

BATTERY POWER

Requires 6 C sized batteries (not included).

AUDIO FUNCTIONS

LOADING AND PLAYING A CD

1. Lift open the CD door and place a CD in the player, label side facing up.
2. Close the CD door.
3. Slide the Source Switch to CD mode.
4. Press the Play/Pause button to begin playing the loaded disc.

PROGRAMMING A CD

1. Press the Stop button to stop a loaded CD.
2. Press the Program button. “P01” will blink on the display.
3. Press the Skip Fwd./Rev buttons to select a track.
4. Press the Program button to add the selected track to the program.
5. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to program up to 20 tracks to play in a specified order.
6. Press the Play button to begin the program.
7. Press the Stop button to cancel the program.

AUX IN

Requires a 3.5mm audio cable (not included).

1. Connect a 3.5mm audio cable to the Aux In on the unit and the audio output/headphone jack on an audio device.
2. Adjust the Source Switch switch to CD (Aux).
3. Use the controls on the connected device to select and play audio.

PLAYING A CASSETTE TAPE

1. Adjust the Source Switch switch to Tape.
2. Open the Cassette Door, insert a cassette tape, and close the Cassette Door.
3. Use the cassette controls to play, pause, rewind, and fast forward audio from the cassette.
4. Turn the volume dial to turn to adjust the volume.

RECORDING AUDIO TO A CASSETTE TAPE

1. Open the Cassette Door, insert a cassette tape, and close the Cassette Door. Make sure the tape is not write-protected before beginning a recording.
2. Adjust the Source Switch switch to one of the other settings (FM/AM/CD).
3. While playing from the Source, press the Record button. Audio from the Source will be copied to the tape.

AM/FM RADIO

To Improve FM radio reception, adjust the position of the telescopic antenna. To improve AM radio reception, adjust the position of the unit.

1. Adjust the Source Switch switch to FM or AM.
2. Adjust the Tuning dial to tune the radio to the desired frequency.
3. Turn the Volume dial to turn on the radio and adjust to the desired volume.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long do boombox batteries last?
  On a single set of C or D batteries, most boomboxes will last anywhere from six to twelve hours. Internal lithium-ion batteries in boomboxes typically last significantly longer on a single charge, up to 24 hours in some cases.

• Can a boombox be used to listen to the radio?
  A boombox is a gadget that can receive radio stations as well as play recorded music (usually cassettes or CDs usually at a high volume). Many types may also record audio from the radio and other sources onto cassette tapes.

• What is the procedure for turning on my boombox radio?
  Connect your headphones (not included) to the unit’s headphone socket on the back. Listening to high-volume sound over extended periods of time might cause hearing impairment. 1 To turn on the boombox, press (Standby/ON). 2 Select RADIO mode by pressing (source) repeatedly, then select AM or FM by pressing BAND.

• “How many batteries do you need for a boombox?”
  This boombox is powered by eight D batteries.

• What is the battery life of a portable radio?
  Depending on the quality of the battery and how you use your radio, most two-way radio batteries will last 18 to 24 months on average. You may charge and use your rechargeable batteries over and over again.

• What are the controls on a boombox?
  Bluetooth pairing, Volume down, Power/Connect+, Volume up, and Play/Pause/Voice assistant/Speakerphone are all located immediately below the handle on the Boombox. More information on these features can be found in the Design and Features section below.

• On a boombox, how do you play a cassette?
  1 To turn on the boombox, press (Standby/ON). 2 Select RADIO mode by pressing (source) repeatedly, then select AM or FM by pressing BAND. 3 Place a cassette tape inside the door and gently close it.

• What is the procedure for turning on a CD player?
  If a disc has already been loaded, use the [CD] button to eject the disc. The CD will begin playing right away. To switch to CD mode when a CD is already loaded, press the [DISC] button. To go to disc mode, first push the [DISC] button for less than a second.

• What exactly is a boombox?
  a stereophonic radio with a tape or CD player that is usually large and portable.

• How can I pair my boombox with my Bluetooth device?
  If the unit does not begin pairing automatically, press and hold the Pair button. Select the onn. CD Boombox in your Bluetooth settings using the native controls on your Bluetooth device.

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