Victrola VPB-200-SLV Portable Bluetooth Speaker User Manuals
- June 3, 2024
- Victrola
Table of Contents
Victrola VPB-200-SLV Portable Bluetooth Speaker
OVERVIEW
BLUETOOTH PAIRING
Press the Bluetooth button to begin Bluetooth Pairing. (Flashing Blue light)
Wait for the “Victrola ME1” to appear on your available devices list of your external device and press “Victrola ME1”
Once paired, the ME1 will play a paired chime and the light will turn solid Blue for 2 seconds
USB-C MP3 PLAYBACK
Long Press the O Button until the LED flashes Orange, then turns solid Orange.
The unit is now in USB MP3 Playback mode. Use the O button to play, pause and skip MP3 files from a connected USB-C Flash drive (See Overview Controls) (USB-C Flash drive not included)
DUAL SPEAKER PAIRING
Press the Bluetooth and O button simultaneously for 1 second on BOTH speakers to enter Dual Speaker Pairing Mode (Flashing Purple light)
PAIRING COMPLETE: Chime and solid purple LED indicate speakers are connected (speakers always connect in MONO mode)
MONO/STEREO CHANNEL SWITCHING: After Dual Speaker Pairing is connected, press the Bluetooth and O button on EITHER speaker to switch between MONO and STEREO pairing mode STEREO MODE – The right channel will flash purple 3 times quickly
MONO MODE – Both units will be solid purple for 2 seconds.
TO DISCONNECT: Press and hold Bluetooth and O button on EITHER speaker for 5 seconds to disconnect dual-speaker pairing
PLEASE NOTE:
- If BOTH devices are in Dual Speaker Pairing Mode and do not connect, try placing speakers closer together.
- Dual Speaker Pairing only works with another Victrola Music Edition 1 speaker.
BATTERY STATUS
CHECK BATTERY LEVEL
Single press Power button when unit is powered on to view battery level
- LED Indicator Color: Battery Level
- Green: 50-100%
- Orange: 26-49%
- Red: 10%-25%
- Flashing Red: < 10%
- Flashing White: Charging
- OFF (while plugged in): Fully Charged
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Weight: 0.5kg
Driver: φ50mm
Frequency response: 80Hz-20KHz
Battery working time: 12 hours (varies by audio content and volume level)
Charging time: 2.5 hours
Charging port type: Type-C
Battery type: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery（7.4V / 2500mAh)
BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth V5.0
Bluetooth Profile: A2DP V1.3, AVRCP V1.6
Bluetooth Frequency Range: 2402-2480MHz
Operating Distance: 10 meters (33 ft.)
BT Transmitting Power: 4.2dBm
BT Transmitting Modulator: GFSK, π/4DQPSK, 8DPSK
INCLUDED:
ME1 Speaker, Manual, Wrist strap, USB-C Charging Cable
Design and specification 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
Designed in Denver, Colorado | Made in China
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated.
- Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
- Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
- Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- 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.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- 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.
- 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.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- 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 used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- Please keep the unit in a well ventilated environment.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the manufacturer.
- The main plug is used as disconnect device, the disconnected device shall remain readily operable.
- This product is not intended for commercial use. Household Use Only.
- 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 electrical earth.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not exposed 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.
Battery Caution: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type; disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion; leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas; a battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
FCC WARNINGS
FCC REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
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.
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 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.
FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT
This equipment complies with FCC and Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
ISED REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
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: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
ISED RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
HVIN: VPB200
WARRANTY
Victrola is a registered trademark of Innovative Technology Electronics, LLC.
United States
Victrola (Innovative Technology Electronics, LLC) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product will be free from defective materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to the limitations below. This warranty period is not extended if we replace the product.
To obtain a replacement under the terms of this warranty, you must contact the dealer from which it was purchased with your original receipt. If assistance from the dealer from which it was purchased is impossible, you may contact our customer service for warranty assistance at victrola.com/contact.
Except as limited below, if the product proves defective in either material or workmanship within one (1) year from the date of purchase, Victrola will replace the product at no charge. If the product model is no longer available and cannot be replaced with an identical model, Victrola will issue a merchandise credit for the purchase price to be redeemed at victrola.com.
Limitations:
- This limited warranty does not cover failure of the product arising, in whole or in part, from improper installation, storage, transportation, misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, mishandling, unauthorized repair, modification, or wear from ordinary use or environmental deterioration.
- This limited warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, including paint damage, or consequential damage to other components or premises which may result for any reason from the failure of the product.
- This limited warranty is null and void for products not used in accordance with Victrola’s instructions.
- This limited warranty terminates if the original retail purchaser sells o otherwise transfers this product.
- This limited warranty is null and void for defects or damage caused by installation or repair performed by any person or entity other than a Victrola authorized installer or dealer.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state, jurisdiction to jurisdiction or country to country. All express and implied warranties for the product, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in time to the term of this warranty. Some states, jurisdictions or countries do not allow the exclusion of certain implied warranties or conditions, or limitations on how long an implied warranty or condition lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you. Victrola’s responsibility for malfunctions and defects in hardware is limited to replacement or repair as set forth in this warranty statement. Victrola does not accept liability for special, punitive, consequential or incidental damages or losses, whether direct or indirect, including without limitation, any liability for third party claims against you for damages or losses or for products not being available for use. The maximum liability for which Victrola may be responsible will be no more than the amount you paid for the product that is the subject of the claim. Some states, jurisdictions or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Canada and US Territories
The Warranty on this product shall comply with applicable law when sold to a consumer in Canada or a US Territory. To obtain any applicable warranty service, please contact the dealer from which you purchased the product, or the distributor that supplied the product, with your original receipt. If assistance from the dealer from which it was purchased is impossible, you may contact our customer service for warranty assistance at victrola.com/contact. If this product proves defective in either material or workmanship, Victrola will replace the product at no charge. If the product model is no longer available and cannot be repaired effectively or replaced with an identical model, Victrola at its sole option may replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value.
Outside the U.S, Canada, and US Territories
The Warranty on this product shall comply with applicable law when sold to a consumer outside of the United States, Canada, and US Territories. To obtain any applicable warranty service, please contact the dealer from which you purchased the product, or the distributor that supplied the product, with your original receipt.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can you add speakers to Victrola record player?****
This setup will be quite simple if your turntable has a built-in preamp. Simply plug the RCA input side of your cable into the turntable and the 3.5mm side of your cable into your Bluetooth speaker to connect your turntable to your house speakers.
Can I connect my turntable directly to speakers?****
Some powered bookshelf speaker sets, like the Klipsch R-51PM, feature phono inputs, allowing them to be connected directly to turntables without phono preamps. However, you must use a turntable with an integrated phono preamp or connect an additional phono preamp between the turntable and the speakers if you are using powered speakers.
Can you use a Bluetooth speaker with a turntable?****
The transmitter needs to be connected to the turntable’s RCA output if it has an integrated preamp. Connect the transmitter to the phono output on your external preamp if you have one. You may pair your turntable with any Bluetooth-enabled speaker or amplifier once your transmitter is connected.
Can you Bluetooth to a Victrola record player?****
Each Victrola player features Bluetooth input, so you can pair it with any phone or streaming device to play music wirelessly.
Does Victrola record player need speakers?****
The response is that they do! There are distinct benefits to each type of active speaker besides just audio quality. Make a list of everything you want, including style and technology characteristics.
Are Victrolas good quality?****
If it’s a child’s first record player, the Victrola Re-Spin is a good option. It’s well-made, has a passable built-in speaker, requires no setup, and is simple to stream vinyl to an external device.
How do I connect my Victrola record player to a Bluetooth speaker?****
This setup will be quite simple if your turntable has a built-in preamp. Simply plug the RCA input side of your cable into the turntable and the 3.5mm side of your cable into your Bluetooth speaker to connect your turntable to your house speakers.
Can you Bluetooth to a Victrola record player?****
Each Victrola player features Bluetooth input, so you can pair it with any phone or streaming device to play music wirelessly.
What is the difference between portable speaker and Bluetooth speaker?****
A Bluetooth speaker is a wireless speaker that connects to a device without the need for a cable, in contrast to a standard speaker that needs one.
Do Bluetooth speakers work without Wi-Fi?****
Yes, they can work without Wi-Fi.
What is the difference between Bluetooth and wireless speakers?****
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are the two available wireless technologies. Your home network is connected through Wi-Fi speakers. They often need an outlet because the majority run on AC power. Bluetooth speakers connect directly to a computer, phone, or other device.
What are the disadvantages of wireless speakers?****
A minor audio delay that can vary depending on the source is frequently one of the main problems that you’ll experience with wireless speakers. Similar to how your router sends a wireless Internet signal, audio data must be delivered wirelessly in order to reach the speakers.
Are bigger speakers better than small?****
Yes, to answer briefly. The size and cost advantages of small speakers may be greater than those of larger speakers, but this is only true if you choose a high-end new model. Larger speakers perform better than smaller ones. And in general, everyone looks for a speaker’s performance the most.
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Read User Manual Online (PDF format) >>