Crosley CT201A User manual

CT201A
Cassette Player
Instruction Manual
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Safety Instructions
Read and understand this entire manual before using this product. Keep these
instructions for future reference.
1. Do not use this product near water.
2. This product should be operated only by the type of power source indicated
on the marking label or in this instruction manual.
3. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician.
4. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
5. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
6. Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
7. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
8. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
9. Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
10. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
11. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure
reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. Do not
block or cover these openings.
12. Unplug the product during lightning storm or when unused for long periods of
time.
WARNING: The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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Items in this package
Before throwing away any packaging materials, please check thoroughly and
make sure you find the following items that come along with this package:
Cassette Player
Power plug
Please contact Crosley customer service if there is any accessory missing from
the package. Retain the original packaging materials for exchange or return
purposes.
Specifications
Power AC 120V / 60Hz
Battery Supply “D” (UM-1) 1.5V X 6 (Not Included)
Power Output 14 W
Power consumption 30 W
Speaker 5” X 2
Frequency Range AM 520 –1710 KHz
FM 87.5 –108 MHz
Note:
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
To help save power consumption, some models will comply with ERP energy
saving standard. When there is no audio input for 20 minutes, their powers will
automatically cut-off. To turn power back on and resume playing, you will need to
turn off the power and turn it on again.

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Product Description
1. Speakers
2. Cassette Tray
3. Level Display
4. Microphone
5. Tuning Knob
6. Dial Scale
7. Stereo LED
8. Power LED
9. Volume Knob
10.Bass Knob
11.Treble Knob
12.Telescopic Antenna
13.Pause Button
14.Stop/Eject Button
15.Fast Forward Button
16.Rewind Button
17.Play Button
18.Record Button
19.Function Switch
20.Sound Switch
21.Band Switch

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22.Headphone Jack
23.Aux Jack
24.Power Plug
25.USB Port
26.Folder Button
27.Delete Button
28.SD Card Slot
29.BT/USB/SD Mode/Stop Record
Button
30.BT/USB/SD Backward Skip
Button
31.BT/USB/SD Forward Skip Button
32.BT/USB/SD Play/Pause Button
33.BT/USB/SD Record/Repeat
Button
34.BT/USB/SD LED
35.Battery Compartment
36.Power Switch

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Initial Setup
Essential Setup
1. Place the unit on a flat and level surface. The selected location should be
stable and free from vibration.
2. Plug the power cord to the power outlet.
Note:
If using the AC power, make sure that the Power Switch is turned on.
Aux Input Connection
You can connect an audio device to this unit and play your music through its
speakers. To do this, connect the 3.5mm auxiliary cable between your audio
device and the Aux In Jack of this unit, set the Function Switch to AUX, and start
playing the music.
Radio Operation
1. Set the Function Switch to RADIO position
2. Set the Band Switch to FM or AM position.
3. Rotate the Tuning Knob for desired radio station.
4. To turn off the unit, set the Function Switch to the TAPE/OFF position and
make sure none of the cassette button are pressed in.
Note:
When operating FM band radio, pull up the TELESCOPIC ANTENNA, and adjust
position to get better reception.
Cassette Operation
1. Set the Function Switch to TAPE position.
2. Insert the prerecorded cassette into the cassette tray, and press the Play
button.
3. To fast forward, press the Fast Forward button in. To stop fast forwarding and
return to the playback mode, press the Play button.
4. To rewind, press the Rewind button in. To stop rewinding and return to the
playback mode, press the Play button.
5. To stop the playback, press the Stop/Eject button once. To eject the cassette,
press the Stop/Eject button again.
6. To turn off the unit, set the Function Switch to the TAPE/OFF position and
make sure none of the cassette button are pressed in.
Note: Remove the cassette from the cassette holder when it is not in use.

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Cassette Recording
MICROPHONE to TAPE
1. Set the Function Switch to TAPE position
2. Insert a cassette tape, and press the RECORD button to record the sounds
through the microphone.
Note: To prevent accidental recording, break off the cassette tab from side A or B.
3. To pause recoding, press the Pause button.
4. To stop recording, press the Stop/Eject button.
RADIO to TAPE
1. Set the Function Switch to RADIO position
2. Insert a cassette tape, and press the RECORD button to record the sounds
from the radio.
Note: To prevent accidental recording, break off the cassette tab from side A or B.
3. To record, press the Record button to start recording.
4. To pause recoding, press the Pause button.
5. To stop recording, press the Stop/Eject button.
USB/SD to TAPE
1. Set the Function Switch to BT/USB/SD position
2. Insert a cassette tape, and press the RECORD button to record the sounds
from USB/SD.
Note: To prevent accidental recording, break off the cassette tab from side A or B.

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3. To pause recoding, press the Pause button.
4. To stop recording, press the Stop/Eject button.
BT to TAPE
1. Set the Function Switch to BT/USB/SD position
2. Insert a cassette tape, and press the RECORD button to record the sounds
from the Bluetooth.
Note: To prevent accidental recording, break off the cassette tab from side A or B.
3. To pause recoding, press the Pause button.
4. To stop recording, press the Stop/Eject button.
AUX to TAPE
1. Set the Function Switch to AUX position and connect your external device.
2. Insert a cassette tape, and press the RECORD button to record the sounds
from your external device.
Note: To prevent accidental recording, break off the cassette tab from side A or B.
3. To pause recoding, press the Pause button.
4. To stop recording, press the Stop/Eject button.

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Bluetooth Operation
1. Set the Function Switch to BT/USB/SD position, you will hear an activation
sound from the unit.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your audio device, search for “CROSLEY
CT201A” and pair.
3. Once your device is successfully paired with the unit, you will hear a short
confirmation sound from the unit.
4. Play and stream music from your device to the unit.
5. To turn off the unit, set the Function Switch to the TAPE/OFF position and
make sure none of the cassette buttons are pressed in.
Note:
Bluetooth version –5.0
USB/SD Playback
1. Set the Function Switch to BT/USB/SD position.
2. Insert a USB device into the USB port or a SD memory card into the SD card
slot.
3. To skip to the next or previous track, press the BT/USB/SD Forward Skip or
BT/USB/SD Backward Skip button correspondingly.
4. To search fast forward or backward, press and hold the BT/USB/SD Forward
Skip or BT/USB/SD Backward Skip button correspondingly until you reach the
desired time. Release the button and the playback will resume.
5. To stop the playback, press the BT/USB/SD Play/Pause Button.
6. To turn off the unit, set the Function Switch to the TAPE/OFF position and
make sure none of the cassette buttons are pressed in.
Note:
Only use 32 GB or smaller USB or SD memory card
USB/SD Recording
RADIO to USB/SD RECORDING
1. Set the Function Switch to Radio position.
2. Insert a USB device or SD memory card and long press USB/SD
Record/Repeat Button to record the current radio program into the USB
device or SD memory card. The red light will flash quickly indicating recording
has begun.
3. When you have finished recording, press BT/USB/SD Stop Record Button.
CASSETTE to USB/SD RECORDING
1. Set the Function Switch to Tape position.

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2. Insert a USB device or SD memory card and long press USB/SD
Record/Repeat Button to record the current cassette playing into the USB
device or SD memory card. The red light will flash quickly indicating recording
has begun.
3. When you have finished recording, press BT/USB/SD Stop Record Button
Note:
USB/SD recording will record any background noise.
Microphone to USB/SD RECORDING
1. Set the Function Switch to BT/USB/SD position and have the mode set to
USB or SD.
2. Insert a USB device or SD memory card and long press USB/SD
Record/Repeat Button to record through the microphone into the USB device
or SD memory card. The red light will flash quickly indicating recording has
begun.
3. When you have finished recording, press BT/USB/SD Stop Record Button
BT to USB/SD RECORDING
1. Set the Function Switch to BT/USB/SD position and have the mode set to BT.
2. Pair your device to the unit.
3. Insert a USB device or SD memory card and long press USB/SD
Record/Repeat Button to record the Bluetooth playback into the USB device
or SD memory card. The red light will flash quickly indicating recording has
begun.
4. When you have finished recording, press BT/USB/SD Stop Record Button
AUX to USB/SD RECORDING
1. Set the Function Switch to AUX position and connect your external device.
2. Insert a USB device or SD memory card and long press USB/SD
Record/Repeat Button to record the sounds from the external device into the
USB device or SD memory card. The red light will flash quickly indicating
recording has begun.
3. When you have finished recording, press BT/USB/SD Stop Record Button.