QFX RETRO-39BT Cassette Recorder with USB and Bluetooth Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- QFX
Table of Contents
QFX RETRO-39BT Cassette Recorder with USB and Bluetooth
SAFETY
Disconnect the recorder by unplugging the AC plug when not in use.
BATTERY OPERATION
- The recorder can also operate on 4x 1.5V “C” batteries. Manganese alkaline batteries typically will provide longer battery life. Slide the battery compartment lid off and insert the four batteries over the ribbon, observing the +/ polarity marks inside the compartment
- Incorrect-fitting batteries may damage the unit. Remove weak or exhausted batteries immediately.
- If the recorder will not be used for long periods of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.
PROPER CARE OF YOUR RECORDER AND CASSETTES
- Keep the recorder in clean condition. Do not expose it to damp conditions or to extremely high temperatures, such as may be reached inside a car on a sunny day.
- Keep cassette tapes away from strong magnetic fields, such as close to large transformers, electric motors, television receivers, and loudspeakers.
- Always wind your cassettes to one end after use.
- Do not make excessive use of the fast forward or rewind keys in searching for a particular item on a cassette. This may cause ridges in the layers of the tape and may jam or trigger the audio stop.
- Do not touch the heads with any metallic or sharp pointed objects.
OPERATION INSTRUCTION
- DC input jack
- Speaker
- USB port for playing MP3 music files
- FWD key for USB or Bluetooth music. Short-press to next track. Press-hold to scan forward in the song.
- REW key for USB or Bluetooth music. Short-press to previous track. Press-hold to scan backward in the song.
- PLAY/PAUSE/MODE key. With the source selector switch set to USB BT mode, short-press this key to play or pause USB or Bluetooth music. Use the MODE key to switch between USB or BT modes (works when both Bluetooth is enabled on your device and a USB drive is plugged into the USB port.
- Cassette deck
- REC recording key for cassette tape
- PLAY key for cassette tape
- REW rewind key for cassette tape
- F.F fast-forward key for cassette tape
- STOP/EJECT stop play/record key for cassette tape or eject tape
- PAUSE key to pause record/play cassette tape
- Pullout handle
- VOLUME control
- LINE OUT jack
- LINE IN jack
- USB BT/LINE In /TAPE/ OFF selector switch. Four position switch to set unit to USB BT mode, line input mode, cassette tape mode or to power unit off.
- Battery compartment (4 x 1.5V “C” batteries, not included)
- Built-in microphone
LOADING AND REMOVING CASSETTES
Depress the Stop/Eject key fully to open the cassette compartment lid. Before inserting a cassette, check the tape tension and make sure that any slack is taken up. This can be done by inserting a pencil into one of the hub-holes and turning to take up the slack. This simple operation will prevent tape-spill and loop-throwing, both of which can physically damage the tape and spoil recordings. Insert the cassette into the guide on the cassette compartment lid with the exposed tape in the face of the cassette facing the front of the machine. Ensure the cassette is located firmly within the guides on the cassette compartment lid. Close the lid. The cassette is now ready for use. To remove cassettes, fully depress the STOP/EJECT key. Do not attempt to remove cassettes without first disengaging any function by using the STOP Key. Do not attempt to load cassettes when the mechanism is engaged. A green surge protector is located on the bottom of the power compartment via the space provided in the back of the shelf.
“Protected” cassettes may be re-recorded by simply fixing a piece of adhesive
tape over the hole where the tab has been removed. This takes the place of the
tab and your machine can then be engaged in the record mode. A protected
cassette will prevent the Record key from being pressed. If at any time you
attempt to record and this key will not engage, do not force the mechanism or
damage will result. Check that a cassette has been loaded and that the erase-
lock tab has not been removed.
MAINTENANCE
Your recorder requires no routine maintenance and under no circumstances
should you attempt to lubricate any parts of the machine. However, parts of
the machine, coming into direct contact with the tape, do require periodic
cleaning to ensure continuing good performance. The tape heads (erase and
record/play) may be cleaned using a cotton ball moistened with a drop of
isopropyl alcohol or proprietary tape head cleaner. The pinch-roller and
capstan shaft may be cleaned in a similar manner. To gain proper access to
these parts, remove any cassette from the compartment and leave the lid
raised. Pressing the PLAY key will engage the mechanics and move all parts
into view. It will be easier to clean the entire surface of the pinch-roller
if the power source is connected (batteries or mains), so that the roller and
capstan shaft rotate. It is suggested that a proprietary Cassette Head
Cleaning Cassette be used after manually cleaning the Record/Play head in
order to restore the polish and remove surface film.
Failure to maintain the tape heads in a clean condition
will result in muffled reproduction, poor recordings and incomplete erasure.
Failure to maintain the pinch-roller and capstan shaft in clean condition is
likely to cause the tape to entangle and spill out of the cassette. Do not
touch the tape head with any metallic or sharp-pointed object.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Power Supply Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz
- Output: 6VDC
- Battery Type: UM-2 or 4x “C” batteries
- Speaker: 3″8 ohm
- Output: 850mW max
- Tape: Standard cassette tape (lengths C-90 or less)
- Tape Speed: 1-7/8 in/sec. (4.7cm/sec)
- frequency Response: 200-6.3kHz
- Erasing System: DC erases the recording
- Bias System: DC bias
Continuous improvements may be made periodically in both the quality and performance of this product. Therefore specifications are subject to change without notice.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY POLICY
Before returning your Product for service under this Warranty, please (i) read the instruction manual carefully and visit our website at www.qfxusa.com for Product updates and extended support documentation (e.g, Common Troubleshooting Guides); (i) if you are still having trouble with your Product, please contact the QFX Customer Support Department. Subject to the terms and conditions herein, QFX, Inc. (herein after called “QFX”) warrants to the original purchaser of the Product (“Customer”) that for the applicable Warranty Period listed below, the Product will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal, non- commercial use (“Defects”). Warranty Period encompasses, as listed below, separate “Coverage Periods” for Parts and Labor, each Coverage Period to begin from the original date of Customer purchase. If Customer returns a defective Product (or any component thereof) during the applicable Warranty Period, QFX will, at its option, during the specified Coverage Periods for Parts and Labor (as applicable either: (i) repair the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) or (i) replace the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) with a new or refurbished Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof), in either case free of charge to Customer for Parts and/or Labor (as applicable) during the specified Coverage Period only, and excluding applicable shipping charges (noted below), for which the Customer is responsible. The foregoing states the Customer’s exclusive remedy and QFX sole liability for breach of the limited warranty contained herein.This warraty covers only normal use. This warranty is not transferable.
QFX is not responsible for warranty replacement should the QFX label or logo be removed or should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, immersion in liquids, improper installation, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, or service other than by QFX. In addition, this warranty excludes any Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) that has been subject to or Defects resulting from: (a) any neglect or misuse by a Customer, an accident, improper application, violation of operating instructions for the Product, any other Customer-induced damage, or the alteration or removal of any Product serial number; (b) any modification or repair to Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) by any party other than QFX or a party authorized in writing by QFX; (c) any damage to Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) due to power surges, incorrect electrical voltage, misconnection to any device, or malfunction of any device used with the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof); (d) cosmetic damage to the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) caused by normal wear and tear; (e) shipping damage that occurs while the Product is in transit; (f) damage caused by heat sources, sunlight, electromagnetic conditions, or other climatic conditions or (g) any acts of God. Product is sold to Customer for personal, non-commercial use only. Product is not warranted for Customer’s commercial or rental use. In addition, Product is not warranted against failure, and should not be used by Customer for any application where () there is a risk that any data stored on Product will be breached or otherwise compromised, or (i) the date stored on Product is relied upon for medical or lifesaving applications. QFX disclaims any Warranty for any of the foregoing uses to the fullest extent permitted by law. Customer assumes any and all risks associated with such uses of Product, and agrees to indemnify QFX for any damages claimed against QFX for such uses.
EXCEPT FOR EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED ABOVE AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND QFX DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY () OF MERCHANTABILITY, (i) OF FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR (i) OF NON- INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN NO EVENT WILLQFX BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY LOST PROFITS OR REVENUES, LOSS OR INACCURACY OF ANY DATA OR COST OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS, REGARDLESs OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) AND EVEN IF QFX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, QFX AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO CuSTOMER FOR ACTUAL DIRECT DAMAGES FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE CUMULATIVE PRODUCT FEES PAID BY THAT CUSTOMER FOR THE PRODUCTS CAUSING THE DAMAGES, IF ANY.
This Warranty gives Customers specific rights, and Customers may also have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Warning: Some Products may contain components that are small enough to be swallowed. Please keep out of reach of children. In order for the return to be processed, you must send the Product PREPAID to the address below in the original packaging or reasonable substitute to prevent damage and include: a dated sales receipt (which must have a purchase date that falls in the Warranty Period specified in the table below) that indicates the place of purchase, model number of Product, and amount paid, (2) a detailed description of the Customer’s problem with Product, (3) Customer’s full name, phone number, and return address, (3) all of the accessories that came with the Product package must be sent along with the main Product, (4) a cashier’s check or money order payable to QFX, Inc., in the amount specified for the item in the product table below for return shipping and handling. If in the case you cannot provide a money order or cashier’s check, you can contact The QFX Customer Support Representative to arrange payment via credit card. No returned Product will be shipped back to a PO BOX. Ifa returned Product is found to have no problem and/or does not include ALL of the requirements indicated above, it may be returned back to the customer and will not be processed.
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QFX USA®, Inc.
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RMA Processing
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Customer Support Department
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2957 E. 46th Street | Vernon, CA 90058
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(800) 864-CLUB (2582) or323-864-6900
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Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 9am -5pm PST
All prices and details below are for US Destinations excluding, Hawai, Alaska and Puerto Rico. For excluded destinations and NON US destinations, please contact The QFX Customer Support Department directly for additional shipping fees and return instructions. If you do not find your Product beloW, your Product model conflicts with multiple categories, and/or are unsure of which category the Product you have purchased will fall under, please contact our Customer Support Department for further instruction. In order to determine the exact shipping cost that must be included with your prouuct or paid for thee product being returned, please refer to the table below. Please find the product you wish to return by category or model number prefix. QFX will not provide any return or refund to any customer for merchandise and will only honor the Limited Warranty restrictions mentioned in this document. Please make sure to follow all directions prior to shipping back your item. If you are not sure what the shipping cost for your item is, or if your item category conflicts in the table below, please feel free to contact the QFX Support Department for further assistance.
PRODUCT CATEGORY
- Earphones, Headphones, Pocket Radios, & Small Bluetooth vSpeakers
- Personal Stereos
- Portable Radio/Cassette
- Large Portable Radio Cassette
- Mobile Audio
- Pro Audio SBX Systems
- Pro Audio PBX Systems
- Televisions
- Telephones
HANDLING
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- $25.00
- $10.00
LABOR
- 1 Year
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- 1 Year
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- 1 Year
PARTS
- 1 Year
- 1 Year
- 1 Year
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THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY THENALL EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENT OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSONS OR FIRM ARE VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, QFX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE QFX PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM A BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
FCC STATEMENT
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 interterence 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:
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Reorientor relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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