Fenton RP162 Record Player HQ BT

Safety Precautions

Congratulations on your purchase of this Fenton product. Please read this manual thoroughly prior to using the unit in order to benefit fully from all features.

Read the manual prior to using the unit. Follow the instructions in order not to invalidate the warranty. Take all precautions to avoid fire and/or electrical shock. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician in order to avoid electrical shock. Keep the manual for future reference.

• Prior to using the unit, please ask advice from a specialist. When the unit is switched on for the first time, some smell may occur. This is normal and will disappear after a while.
• The unit contains voltage carrying parts. Therefore do NOT open the housing.
• Do not place metal objects or pour liquids into the unit. This may cause electrical shock and malfunction.
• Do not place the unit near heat sources such as radiators, etc. Do not place the unit on a vibrating surface. Do not cover the ventilation holes.
• The unit is not suitable for continuous use.
• Be careful with the mains lead and do not damage it. A faulty or damaged mains lead can cause electrical shock and malfunction.
• When unplugging the unit from a mains outlet, always pull the plug, never the lead.
• Do not plug or unplug the unit with wet hands.
• If the plug and/or the mains lead are damaged, they need to be replaced by a qualified technician.
• If the unit is damaged to such an extent that internal parts are visible, do NOT plug the unit into a mains outlet and DO NOT switch the unit on. Contact your dealer. Do NOT connect the unit to a rheostat or dimmer.
• To avoid fire and shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain and moisture.
• All repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician only.
• Connect the unit to an earthed mains outlet (220-240Vac/50Hz) protected by a 10-16A fuse.
• During a thunderstorm or if the unit will not be used for a longer period of time, unplug it from the mains. The rule is: Unplug it from the mains when not in use.
• If the unit has not been used for a longer period of time, condensation may occur. Let the unit reach room temperature before you switch it on. Never use the unit in humid rooms or outdoors.
• To prevent accidents in companies, you must follow the applicable guide lines and follow the instructions.
• Do not repeatedly switch the fixture on and off. This shortens the life time.
• Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Do not leave the unit unattended.
• Do not use cleaning sprays to clean switches. The residues of these sprays cause deposits of dust and grease. In case of malfunction, always seek advice from a specialist.
• Do not force the controls.
• This unit has a speaker inside which can cause a magnetic field. Keep this unit at least 60cm away from computer or TV.
• If this unit has a built-in lead-acid rechargeable battery, please recharge the battery every 3 months if you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, or the battery may be damaged.
• If the battery is damaged, please replace it with a battery of the same specifications and dispose of the damaged battery in an environmentally friendly manner.
• If the unit has fallen, always have it checked by a qualified technician before you switch the unit on again.
• Do not use chemicals to clean the unit. They damage the varnish. Only clean the unit with a dry cloth.
• Keep away from electronic equipment that may cause interference.
• Only use original spares for repairs, otherwise serious damage and/or dangerous radiation may occur.
• Switch the unit off prior to unplugging it from the mains and/or other equipment. Unplug all leads and cables prior to moving the unit.
• Make sure that the mains lead cannot be damaged when people walk on it. Check the mains lead before every use for damages and faults!
• The mains voltage is 220-240Vac/50Hz. Check if the power outlet matches. If you travel, make sure that the mains voltage of the country is suitable for this unit.
• Keep the original packing material so that you can transport the unit in safe conditions.

[High Voltage Symbol] This mark attracts the attention of the user to high voltages that are present inside the housing and that are of sufficient magnitude to cause a shock hazard.

[Important Information Symbol] This mark attracts the attention of the user to important instructions that are contained in the manual and that he should read and adhere to.

The unit has been certified CE. It is prohibited to make any changes to the unit. They would invalidate the CE certificate and their guarantee!

NOTE: To make sure that the unit will function normally, it must be used in rooms with a temperature between 5°C/41°F and 35°C/95°F.

Electric products must not be put into household waste. Please bring them to a recycling centre. Ask your local authorities or your dealer about the way to proceed. The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself. This would invalidate your warranty. Do not make any changes to the unit. This would also invalidate your warranty. The warranty is not applicable in case of accidents or damages caused by inappropriate use or disrespect of the warnings contained in this manual. Fenton cannot be held responsible for personal injuries caused by a disrespect of the safety recommendations and warnings. This is also applicable to all damages in whatever form.

Overview

The following describes the numbered parts of the record player:

• 1. Autostop Switch ON/OFF: This switch turns the automatic stop function on or off. When automatic stop is enabled, the platter starts rotating as soon as the tone arm is placed over the record and stops rotating when it reaches the end of the record. Some vinyl records stop before the end or do not stop when the end is reached. In this case, set Auto-stop to OFF.
• 2. 33 / 45 / 78 RPM Switch: This switch controls the speed (RPM) of the turntable platter.
• 3. Pitch control: Turn this knob to adjust the platter speed gradually.
• 4. Function switch knob: This knob is used to select the input signal: BT, phono, aux, or USB.
• 5. LED indicator: Provides visual status feedback.
• 6. Power & volume control knob: To turn on the record player, turn this knob clockwise until it clicks. Once powered on, use this knob to adjust the volume for the internal speakers and headphones. To turn off the record player, turn this knob counter-clockwise until it clicks.
• 7. Headphone connector: A 3.5mm (1/8") jack connector for connecting headphones.
• 8. Cartridge with needle: When the turntable is not in use, it is recommended to place the removable protection cover on the stylus.
• 9. Tonearm: The arm that holds the cartridge and needle, responsible for tracking the record groove.
• 10. Platter: The rotating disc where you place your vinyl record.
• 11. 45RPM Adaptor: This adapter is used to play 45 RPM records, which have a larger center hole.
• 12. USB port: Used for playing music from a USB drive or for recording vinyl to a USB drive.
• 13. PREV button: Press this button to play the previous track when in USB mode.
• 14. PLAY/PAUSE/REC button: Press this button to play, pause, or record in USB mode.
• 15. NEXT button: Press this button to play the next track when in USB mode.
• 16. RCA Line output: This output sends the audio signal from a playing vinyl record to external audio devices like amplifiers or speakers. It is a line-level coaxial audio output and should not be connected to phono-level inputs.
• 17. AUX input: A 3.5mm (1/8") jack connector for connecting auxiliary audio sources.
• 18. DC IN port: This is where the 5Volt/DC power adapter connects to the unit.

Operation

1. Connect the record player to the supplied power adapter and plug the adapter into a wall outlet.
2. Remove the white protective needle cover by gently pulling it towards the front of the unit.
3. Turn the power & volume control knob clockwise to turn on the record player.
4. Place a vinyl record on the turntable platter and select the desired speed (33/45/78RPM) according to the record.
5. Open the tone arm clip to release the tone arm. Push the lift lever (located beside the auto stop switch) backwards to raise the tone arm. Gently move the tone arm to the desired position over the record. You can use the pitch control knob to adjust the platter speed slightly. The turntable will start spinning when the tonearm is moved towards the record (if the AUTO STOP switch is ON). Push the lift lever forwards to slowly lower the tone arm onto the desired position on the record to begin playback.
6. Turn the volume control knob to adjust the desired listening volume.

Note: If the AUTO STOP ON/OFF switch is turned ON, the record will stop automatically when it finishes. If the AUTO STOP switch is turned OFF, the record will NOT stop automatically when it finishes.

Connections

BT CONNECTION

Pairing with a speaker or headphones via BT connection:

• When in phono mode, press the PREV button: the indicator light will flash red.
• Turn on the BT function of your speaker or headphones and start pairing.
• If the connection is successful, the indicator light will stop flashing. The vinyl music will now be transmitted wirelessly to the speaker or headphones.
• Adjust the volume using the speaker's volume control knob or the headphone volume buttons. The record player's volume control knob is now disabled.

Playing music via BT connection:

• Turn the function knob to BT mode. The LED indicator will flash blue.
• Turn on the BT function on your mobile phone or tablet PC and search for the turntable player (Fenton recordplayer).
• After pairing, the LED will light up continuously in blue. You can now play your music from your mobile device on this turntable player.
• Turn the volume control to adjust the volume. (The volume control on your mobile phone, tablet, or PC can also affect the total volume).

USB

To play music from a USB drive:

• Turn the mode selection knob to USB and plug in a USB drive to play music.
• Press PLAY/PAUSE/REC to play or pause.
• Press the PREV button to play the previous track, and press the NEXT button to play the next track.

To record from vinyl:

• Plug your USB stick into the USB port.
• Press the REC button during vinyl record playback. The indicator will flash red and blue intermittently, indicating that recording has started.
• During recording, press the SPLIT button to cut the current recording and save it as a file. Press the SPLIT button again to generate another file.
• Press the REC button to stop recording. The indicator will be red during recording. Recorded files (MP3 format) will be saved on the USB stick.

AUX INPUT MODE

• Connect your MP3 player, mobile phones, etc., to the AUX IN port using a 3.5mm-3.5mm audio cable (not included).
• Turn the mode selection knob to AUX. You can now play music from an auxiliary device through the unit.
• Turn the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB to adjust the volume. (Note: The volume control of connected devices may also affect the record player's output volume level, so ensure it is also set appropriately).

RCA OUTPUT MODE

• Connect your own speaker system to the RCA port of the record player using an RCA-3.5mm audio cable (not included).
• NOTE: The RCA cables are color-coded. The red plug cable must be connected to the red jack on both the record player and the external amplifier or speaker system. The white plug cable must be connected to the white jack on both the record player and the external amplifier or speaker system.

Technical Specifications

• Input Connections: 3.5mm jack
• Output Connections: 3.5mm jack, RCA, USB
• Speed Settings (RPM): 33, 45, 78
• Power Supply: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz (5V Adapter)
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 410 x 321 x 130mm
• Weight: 5.00kg

The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

The products referred to in this manual conform to the European Community Directives to which they are subject:

• Low Voltage (LVD) 2014/35/EU
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 2014/30/EU
• Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2011/65/EU