VICTROLA VSC-400SB Bluetooth Suitcase Turntable Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Victrola
Table of Contents
VICTROLA VSC-400SB Bluetooth Suitcase Turntable
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated.
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Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
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Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
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Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
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Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be used near water or moisture – for example, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or near other wet areas.
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Clean only with a dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Keep at least 5 cm around the apparatus for sufficient ventilations. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
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Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack is
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Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a 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.
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Please keep the unit in a well-ventilated environment.
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Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the manufacturer
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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus.
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The main plug is used as a disconnect device, the disconnected device shall remain readily operable.
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This product is not intended for commercial use. Household Use Only.
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This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to the electrical earth.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the apparatus to rain or moisture. No naked flame sources such as candles shall be placed on top of the apparatus.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this device. Usage of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure.
SPECIFICATIONS
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AC/DC Adaptor: ………………………………………………… Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.2 Max
……………………………………………………………………….. Output: 5V 1A
……………………………………………………………………….. Power: 5W -
Speaker Impedance: ………………………………………….. 4ohm, 3W
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Max Power Consumption:…………………………………… 5W
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Included:…………………………………………………………… Turntable, Instruction Manual, Turntable Operation Sheet, 5V/1A switching power supply, 45 RPM adaptor, and sticker pack
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their respective owners
TURNTABLE LAYOUT
- TURNTABLE PLATTER
- TURNTABLE SHAFT
- 45 RPM ADAPTOR
- LIFT LEVER
- TONEARM CLIP
- LINE-IN JACK
- AUTO AND MANUAL STOP SELECTION SWITCH
- FUNCTION (BT (BLUETOOTH), LINE-IN, PHONO, BT OUT (BLUETOOTH OUT) KNOB
- SPEED SELECTION SWITCH
- TONEARM
- POWER ON/OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL KNOB
- POWER/BLUETOOTH LIGHT INDICATOR
- STYLUS CARTRIDGE
- HEADPHONE JACK
- BUCKLE
- HANDLE
- SPEAKERS
- RCA OUTPUT JACK
- POWER ADAPTOR JACK
TURNTABLE OPERATION
POWER SUPPLY
Insert the adaptor plug into the DC IN jack on the rear of the unit, then
connect the AC/DC adaptor (5V/1A AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz) to a AC/DC wall outlet.
BASIC OPERATION
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Lift the BUCKLE on the front of the turntable and open the lid.
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Turn the FUNCTION KNOB to the PHONO position. Power ON the unit by turning the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB clockwise. The red LED will light to show that the turntable is turned ON.
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Place a record on the TURNTABLE PLATTER and select the desired speed (33 1/3 / 45 / 78) by sliding the SPEED SELECTION SWITCH according to the record. NOTE: When playing a 45 RPM record, use the included 45 RPM ADAPTOR located in the holder near the tonearm.
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Open the TONEARM CLIP to release the TONEARM. Push the LIFT LEVER backward to raise the arm. Gently move the tonearm to the desired position over the record. The turntable will begin to spin when the arm is moved toward the record. Push the lift lever forward and lower the arm slowly onto the desired position on the record to begin playing.
Please Note: The record will begin to spin only when the tonearm is moved over the record if the Auto Stop is turned ON. -
If the AUTO AND MANUAL STOP SELECTION SWITCH is turned ON, the record will stop automatically when finished. If this switch is OFF the record will NOT stop automatically when finished.
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To select the volume level, turn the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB to adjust the volume.
HOW TO REPLACE THE TURNTABLE STYLUS (Replacement Stylus # VND-08)
Removing the Stylus from the Cartridge
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Using your fingers, hold at point “A” and push down point “B”
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Continue to push down until the stylus separates from the front of the cartridge.
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Remove the rear of the stylus carefully from the cartridge.
Installing the Stylus
Follow the previous steps but in reverse.
Caution:
- Do not remove or bend the stylus needle.
- Do not touch the needle to avoid injury to your hand.
- Turn off the unit’s power before you replace the stylus.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Please note: The stylus should last about 50 hours under normal use. It is recommended that the stylus be replaced as soon as you notice a change in sound quality
BLUETOOTH OUT OPERATION
The product supports Bluetooth wireless connection (BT OUT). It can be connected with external Bluetooth-compatible headphones (not included) and Bluetooth speakers (not included).
- Power ON the unit by turning the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB clockwise.
- Turn the FUNCTION KNOB to the BT OUT (Bluetooth Out) position, the red LED light will begin to flash.
- Turn ON your external Bluetooth receiver device (such as Bluetooth headphones and Bluetooth speakers) and set to pairing mode.
- When pairing is complete, you will hear a chime and the red LED light will stop flashing. (This may take approximately 15-30 seconds)
- You are now connected to your external Bluetooth device.
- Place a vinyl record on the turntable. Then move the tonearm to the desired playing position on the vinyl record and the sound will be heard from the external Bluetooth speaker. (You can ONLY adjust the volume from your external Bluetooth device.)
- Place the Bluetooth device within 1m (3.3′) of the product to perform pairing correctly.
- The product stays in the pairing mode for 30 seconds. If pairing is not properly completed, follow the above steps again from the beginning after turning all devices OFF.
- “BT OUT” is only compatible with vinyl record playback. BT OUT will NOT work in AUX or regular Bluetooth (BT) function modes.
BLUETOOTH OPERATION
An external device with Bluetooth Connectivity can be wirelessly connected to this turntable using the Bluetooth function.
- Power ON the unit by turning the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB clockwise.
- Turn the FUNCTION KNOB to the BT (Bluetooth®) position, the blue LED light will begin to flash.
- Turn your external device’s Bluetooth Setting ON. Wait a moment, then look for the Bluetooth pairing name “Victrola Canvas”.
- Select the Bluetooth pairing name, to connect the unit. Once connected, the blue LED light will stop flashing.
- You are now connected to your external device via Bluetooth!
- Rotate the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB to adjust the sound level.
AUX-IN OPERATION
An external (auxiliary) audio source (i.e. personal CD/MP3 Player/Mobile phone or computer) can be connected to this apparatus via the LINE-IN JACK.
- Plug a detachable Aux Cable (not provided) into the LINE-IN socket on the function panel of the apparatus.
- Turn the FUNCTION KNOB to the LINE-IN position, the LED will turn purple.
- Plug the other end of the Aux Cable into the Headphone or Line Out socket of your External Source.
- Power ON the unit by turning the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB clockwise.
- Rotate the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB to adjust the sound level.
HEADPHONE OPERATION
Plug the earphone jack into the earphone port on the function panel to listen
to the record. The built-in speaker will stop playing once the earphones are
plugged in.
NOTE: For best performance and product maintenance, unplug the turntable
when not in use.
FCC STATEMENT
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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. -
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 the 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.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
IC WARNING
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference; and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This equipment complies with FCC and IC 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 & your body.
WARRANTY
Victrola is a registered trademark of Innovative Technology Electronics LLC.
Innovative Technology Electronics LLC. (IT) warrants the product to be free
from “Defects” in materials under normal use for a period of “One Year” from
the date of the original purchase. The Warranty is “Not” transferable. IT
agrees, within the initial “One Year” period, to replace the product if it is
determined to be defective at “No Charge” or offer a merchandise credit if
proof of purchase is provided or if the original product is no longer in
stock. It is further agreed that IT will cover the cost to repair or replace
damaged “Parts” only for a total period of “One Year” from the date of the
original purchase. The warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, antennas, AC
cords, cabinets, headbands, ear pads, or damage due to line power surges,
connection to an improper voltage supply or setting, misuse, mishandling, or
accident, acts of God or attempted repair by an unauthorized service agent.
Repair or Replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy
of the customer, (IT) shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages for breach of any implied warranty on this product except to the
extent prohibited by applicable law. Any implied warranty of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited in duration to
the duration of this warranty.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary
from state to state.
Contact
Website: www.victrola.com/support
Phone: 877-483-2497
References
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