OAKCASTLE BX200 Portable Bluetooth CD Player User Guide

BX·200
USER MMAANUA L

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BOX CONTENTS

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

A. Oakcastle BX200
B. Power Adapter| C. 3.5mm to 3.5mm AUX cable
D. Instructions Guide
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CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS

TOP & BOTTOM VIEW

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1. Open/Close
2. Battery Compartment

BACK & FRONT VIEW

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3. Handle
4. Antenna
5. AC Input
6. Display Screen
7. Play/Pause/Stop/Scan
8. Previous/Rewind
9. Volume –| 10. Speaker
11. AUX in
12. USB port
13. Headphone port
14. Power On/Off/Mode
15. Volume +
16. Next/Fast forward

SETTING UP YOUR OAKCASTLE BX200

Please note that the instructions within this manual will refer to the unit button number e.g (Ref.number) in accordance with the diagrams on pages 4-5.
CONNECTING AND POWERING THE UNIT
AC Power (Mains power)
Using the power cord provided, plug one end into the back of the unit ( Ref.5 ) and plug the other end into a mains socket. Press and hold the Power/Mode button
( Ref.14 ) to switch the unit on or off.
DC Power (Battery power)
On the bottom of the radio, remove the battery cover.
Insert 4 x 1.5V size ‘D’ (LR20) batteries (not included).
Ensure the polarities of batteries are according to the indications marked.
Close the battery compartment. Press and hold the Power/Mode button ( Ref.14 ) to switch the unit on or off.
Battery Precautions
If the radio is not used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage due to possible battery leakage.
Do not try to recharge batteries as they can overheat and rupture.
Follow all battery manufacturer instructions.

BASIC OPERATION

Power On and Change Mode
Press and hold the Power/Mode button ( Ref.14 ) to switch the unit on or off.
Switch between Bluetooth, AUX, CD, FM, and USB mode by pressing the Power/ Mode button ( Ref.14 ).
Volume control
Use the volume increase ( Ref.15 ) and volume decrease ( Ref.9 ) buttons to change the volume.

CD MODE

Playing a CD
Insert a CD into the unit by opening the disc door ( Ref.1 ) and placing a disc into the unit and pressing a disc onto the spindle.
Select CD mode by pressing the ‘Power/Mode’ button ( Ref.14 ) until ‘CD’ is shown on the display. Press ‘Play’ ( Ref.7 ) to begin playing a CD.
Compatible disc types: CD/CD-R/CD-RW/CD-MP3
Controls and Functions: CD
Press Play/Pause/Stop/Scan ( Ref.7 ) to play or pause. Press and hold the Play/ Pause/Stop/Scan button (Ref.7) to switch the playback mode between Repeat One (display shows ONE) Repeat All (ALL), Random Shuffle (RAN), and Repeat Off (OFF).
Double press ( Ref.7 ) to stop the CD.
Press ‘Previous’ ( Ref.8 ) to skip to the previous track. Press and hold (Ref.8) to fast rewind.
Press ‘Next’ ( Ref.16 ) to skip to the next track. Press and hold (Ref.16) to fast forward.

BLUETOOTH MODE

Connecting Bluetooth devices
Select Bluetooth mode by pressing the ‘Power/Mode’ button ( Ref.14 ) until ‘BLUE’ is shown on the display.
Ensure that Bluetooth is activated on the device you wish to connect. If this is the first time your device is being paired with the Oakcastle BX200, search for available devices on the device you wish to connect.
Select the ‘Oakcastle BX200’ from the list and connect.
When successfully connected, the device will issue a short sound. After this, you can begin playing music on your device.
Controls and Functions: Bluetooth
Press Play/Pause/Stop/Scan ( Ref.7 ) to play or stop. Press and hold (Ref.7) to disconnect or reconnect Bluetooth.
Press ‘Previous’ ( Ref.8 ) to skip to the previous track.
Press ‘Next’ ( Ref.16 ) to skip to the next track.

AUX MODE

Connecting via AUX-in
Use a 3.5mm to 3.5mm AUX cable to connect an external device to the ‘AUX’ input of the Oakcastle BX200 ( Ref.11 ).
Select AUX mode by pressing the ‘Power/On/Off/Mode’ button ( Ref.14 ) until ‘AUX’ is shown on the display.
To control the playback, use the controls on your external device.

FM RADIO MODE

MENU OPERATION
Listening to FM Radio
Ensure that the antenna is fully extended for best performance ( Ref.4 ).
Select FM mode by pressing the ‘Power/On/Off/Mode’ button ( Ref.14 ) until a digital frequency is shown on the display.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS: FM
Auto-search and store
Press Play/Pause/Stop/Scan ( Ref.7 ) to Auto-Search and save FM stations (strong stations are automatically saved to the device presets). Press and hold ( Ref.7 ) to mute or unmute the sound.
After performing an Auto-Search, press Previous ( Ref.8 ) or Next ( Ref.16 ) to skip to the previous/next stored station.
Manual search and store
To manually search and store stations, press and hold Previous ( Ref.8 ) to search and store the previous frequency. Press and hold Next ( Ref.16 ) to search and store the next frequency.

USB MODE AND CONNECTING HEADPHONES

Playing Audio via USB
Insert a USB drive into the USB slot ( Ref.12 ). The unit will automatically switch to USB mode (‘USB’ will display on the screen) and begin playing audio files saved on your USB drive.
Compatible file types: MP3/WAV/FLAC/APE.
Compatible USB memory: up to 32GB.
Controls and Functions: USB
Press Play/Pause/Stop/Scan ( Ref.7 ) to play or pause a track. Press and hold ( Ref.7 ) to switch the playback mode between Repeat One, Random Shuffle, Repeat
Folder, Repeat All and Repeat Off.
Press ‘Previous’ ( Ref.8 ) to skip to the previous track. Press and hold (Ref.8) to skip back through previous folders of tracks stored on the USB drive.
Press ‘Next’ ( Ref.16 ) to skip to the next track. Press and hold ( Ref.16 ) to skip to the next folder of tracks stored on the USB drive.
Connecting headphones
Connect wired headphones (not included) to the headphone port of the Oakcastle BX200 ( Ref.13 ) to listen to audio through headphones.
Ensure the volume is turned down before you use the headphones to avoid any damage to your ears.
You will now hear audio output through the headphones.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Observation

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Potential Cause/Solution

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No power/function| Check that the power is switched on at the wall. Check that the power adaptor is properly connected to a power outlet.
No sound| Check whether the unit is set to MUTE.
Check whether MODE is correctly selected. If you are connected via Bluetooth or AUX, turn up the volume on your device.
Check that cables are properly installed.
Function disturbance| Switch off and unplug the unit. Leave it for 2 minutes and switch it on again.
Bluetooth not connecting| Ensure that you are on Bluetooth mode on the radio and the Bluetooth on your device is switched on. Select the Bluetooth device ‘Oakcastle BX2oo’ and you should now be able to play audio.
CD player not working| Remove the disc and gently clean with a soft, dry cloth. Replace the CD, close the lid, and press play.

SUPPORT

If you require further assistance with your new CD player, please contact our support team on the Oakcastle website: www.oakcastle.co.uk

SPECIFICATION & WARRANTY

Power Supply| AC power input: 110V-220V, 50/60Hz
DC power input: 4 x 1.5V D batteries (LR20)
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Mode:| FM: 87.5MHz -1o8 MHz
CD
Bluetooth 3.5mm AUX-in
USB reader (max 32GB)
Power consumption| loW
Dimensions| 13.5 x 26.5 x 21.5 cm
Weight| 1113 g
Speakers| 2 x 3W RMS full-range speaker
Bluetooth Version| 5. o, supports A2DP profile
Bluetooth range| up to io meters
FCC ID| 2AXZT-RLBT-16CD

WARRANTY

All products come with a standard 12-month warranty. All items must be registered on www.oakcastle.co.uk for the warranty to be valid. Once on the web page, use the menu to find “register your product”. You will also be given the chance to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of charge.

SAFETY INFORMATION

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions. Instructions are also available for download at www.oakcastle.co.uk

3. Heed all Warnings

4. Follow all instructions

5. Do not clean the apparatus near or with water

6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8. Protect the power from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10. Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when unused for long periods of time.

11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
    Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to the rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

12. No naked flame sources, such as lit candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

13. Dispose of used electrical products and batteries safely according to your local authority and regulations.

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
The mains plug is used to disconnect the device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the main socket outlet completely.
The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so help the environment.
This symbol means an electrical product should not be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal when finished with.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference.
Risk of electric shock.
Do not open
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When servicing, use only identical replacement parts

IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep them for future reference

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