Marley Revolution with Speakers Quick Start Guide
This guide provides essential steps for setting up and using your Marley Revolution with Speakers Bluetooth turntable.
Product Map
Identify the key components of your turntable:
- 1. Spindle: The central post where the record is placed.
- 2. Turntable: The rotating platter that holds the record.
- 3. Counter Balance Weight: Used to balance the tonearm.
- 4. Tone Arm Lift Level: Lever to raise and lower the tonearm.
- 5. Tone Arm Rest Holder: Secures the tonearm when not in use.
- 6. Tone Arm: Holds the stylus and tracks the record groove.
- 7. Stylus: The needle that reads the record.
- 8. Needle Cover: Protects the stylus when not in use.
- 9. Controls: Buttons and knobs for operation.
- 10. Power Adaptor With Interchangeable Plugs: Connects the turntable to a power source.
- 11. 45 Adaptor: For playing 7-inch records with a large center hole.
- 12. RPM Switch: Selects the playback speed (33, 45, or 78 RPM).
- 13. Passive Speaker Cables (x2): Connect the turntable to passive speakers.
- 14. Passive Speakers (x2): Included speakers for audio output.
Function Layout
Familiarize yourself with the turntable's connections and controls:
- A. Passive Speaker Out: Black RCA ports for connecting passive speakers.
- B. RCA Line Out: RCA ports (typically red and white) for connecting to amplifiers or active speakers.
- C. Bluetooth® Button: Initiates Bluetooth pairing or disconnects.
- D. Bluetooth® In / Out Switch: Selects Bluetooth mode (input from device or output to speaker).
- E. LED Status Indicator: Shows power and Bluetooth connection status.
- F. VOL+ Knob / Power Button: Controls volume and powers the unit on/off.
Setup
Balancing the Tonearm
Proper tonearm balance ensures optimal sound quality and stylus protection.
- Take the counter-balance weight from the accessory box and slide it onto the tonearm.
- Slide the balance weight as far forward as it can go, then tighten the screw to fix it in place. The tonearm is now balanced.
Connecting the Passive Speakers
Connect the included passive speakers for audio playback.
- Ensure the Revolution turntable is powered off.
- Connect one end of the passive speaker cables (item 13) to the back of the passive speakers (item 14).
- Connect the other end of the cables to the black RCA speaker out ports (A) on the back of the turntable.
Playing a Record
Follow these steps to enjoy your vinyl collection:
- Ensure the Revolution is connected to the power adapter and a wall outlet, and the outlet is switched on.
- Place a vinyl record on the turntable (item 2).
- Make sure the stylus needle cover (item 8) is removed.
- Select the correct speed (33, 45, or 78 RPM) using the RPM switch (item 12) according to the record.
- Power the turntable on by pressing the Power/Volume knob (F) down. The LED indicator (E) should turn red, indicating power is on.
- If you wish to play via Bluetooth, refer to the "Bluetooth Pairing" section and return here once connected to an output device. If playing via Line Out or Passive Speaker Out, check those sections for connection instructions before returning.
- Lift the tonearm (item 6) using the lift lever (item 4) and move the tonearm head to the edge of the record.
- Lower the tonearm by lowering the tone arm lift lever (item 4). The turntable platter will automatically start spinning as the tonearm is moved over it.
- When the record finishes, the turntable platter will auto-stop. Lift the tonearm and place it on the tonearm rest holder (item 5).
- To listen to the other side of the record, flip the record and repeat from step 6.
Important Notes:
- Once finished listening to a record, re-attach the stylus needle cover (item 8) to protect the stylus (item 7).
- Do not attempt to adjust the balance weight while playing a record, as this could damage the stylus or scratch the record.
- Do not try to turn the turntable platter manually. Moving or jarring the turntable without securing the tonearm can damage it.
- Always re-secure the tonearm before transportation to protect the needle.
- Remove the balance weight before transportation to prevent damage or breakage to the unit.
Bluetooth Pairing
Bluetooth® Pairing - OUT (Output to Speaker/Headphones)
- Set the Bluetooth switch (D) to "OUT" to pair with an external speaker or headphones.
- Power on the external Bluetooth device first.
- Press the Bluetooth® button (C) on the turntable to enable it to search for the Bluetooth device. The BT indicator light (E) will flash blue while searching and turn solid blue when paired.
Note: If the turntable does not pair within 30 seconds, press the Bluetooth® search button again.
Bluetooth® Pairing - IN (Input from Device)
Stream music from your device (e.g., mobile phone, tablet, laptop) through the turntable's speakers.
- Ensure you have speakers connected via the Line Out or Passive Speaker Out ports.
- Set the Bluetooth switch (D) to "IN" to pair a mobile device.
- Press the Bluetooth® button (C) on the turntable to enter pairing mode.
- On your mobile device, ensure Bluetooth is enabled.
- Find "Revolution" on your device's Bluetooth list and select it to pair.
- You are now paired and can play music from your device.
Disconnecting Bluetooth® Pairing
To disconnect from a paired device, long-press the Bluetooth® button (C) until the BT indicator light (E) turns red.
Volume Control
Adjust the volume using the VOL+ knob (F):
- Increase Volume: Rotate the Volume Knob clockwise.
- Decrease Volume: Rotate Volume Knob counter-clockwise.
Line Out Operation
Connect the turntable to an external amplifier or active speakers using the Line Out ports.
- Plug one end of an RCA cable (not included) into the LINE OUT socket (B) at the back of the unit, matching colors if applicable.
- Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE IN socket of your home amplifier or active speakers.
- Switch on the turntable and the connected amplifier/speaker device.
- Adjust the volume on the amplifier or speaker device.
Note: Do not connect active speakers to the Passive Speaker Output (A), as this could damage them. Use only the Line Out (B) for active speakers.
LED Status Indicator Meanings
- Red LED: Power On.
- Blue LED light flashing: Searching for Bluetooth Device to Pair to.
- Blue LED light stable: Paired successfully.
- Red LED (after Bluetooth attempt): Pairing Failed. Press the Bluetooth button to initiate pairing again.
Compliance Information
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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.
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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.
FCC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT: This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CAUTION! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. To maintain compliance with the FCC's RF exposure guidelines, place the product at least 20cm from nearby persons.
ISEDC STATEMENT
This device complies with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
LE PRÉSENT APPAREIL EST CONFORME Après examen de ce matériel aux conformité ou aux limites d'intensité de champ RF, les utilisateurs peuvent sur l'exposition aux radiofréquences et la conformité d'acquérir. les informations correspondantes.
WEEE EXPLANATION This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Hereby, FKA Brands Ltd, declares that this radio equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from www.thehouseofmarley.co.uk/declaration-of-conformity.
The device complies with RF exposure guidelines, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
L'appareil doit être installé et utilisé avec une distance minimale de 20 cm entre le radiate et votre corps.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de classe b est conforme à la norme nmb - 003 du canada.
ISEDC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT: The device is compliance with RF exposure guidelines, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.