Oakcastle HIFI300 User manual

HIFI300
USER MANUAL

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What’s In the Box?..............................................................................................................
Controls And Functions…………………………..…………………………………………......................
Instructions Guide…………………………..…………………………………………...............................
Basic Operation…………………………………………………………………………………….
CD Mode………………………………………………………………………………………………
USB Playback Port…………………………………………………………………………….….
Bluetooth Mode……………………………………………………………………………………
Line Input Port………………………………………………………………………………………
Headphones Port…………………………………………………………………...................
FM Radio Mode……………………………………………………………………...…………….
Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………………........................
Specification…………………………………………………………………………………...........................
Support &Warranty……………………………………………………………………………………………...
Safety Information…………………………………………………………………………….......................
Contents

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What’s in the Box?
Box Contents
A. Oakcastle HIFI300
B. Remote Control
C. Power Adapter
D. User Manual
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Front and Back View
Controls & Functions
1. Display
2. Power Button
3. USB Port (Music Playback only)
4. Headphone Jack
5. STOP Button
6. Mode Button
7. Eject Button
8. Previous Track / Station
9. Play / Pause / Search FM Station
10. Next Track / Station
11. Volume Knob
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12. R/L Speaker Jack
13. Power Input Jack
14. Line In Jack
15. Antenna
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Remote Control Buttons
Controls & Functions
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1. Power ON / OFF
2. Mode Button
3. Eject
4. Volume +
5. Previous Track / Radio Station
6. Play / Pause / Search FM
Stations
7. Repeat Button
8. Keypad Number Buttons
9. Mute Button
10. Next Track / Radio Station
11. Volume –
12. EQ – There are 6 equalizer
sound modes you can choose
from, such as: Flat ,Pop, Rock,
Jazz, Classical, and Country
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Please note that the instructions within this user manual will refer to the button
number on the unit e.g. (Ref ‘number’), or buttons on remote control e.g. (Rem.
’number’), in accordance with the diagrams from pages 4 and 5.
Product Set-up
1. Connect the Left and the Right speakers to the main unit. Insert the connecting
cable port into ‘Out-R’ port for the right speaker and the left ‘Out-L’ port for the
left speaker (Ref.12).
2. Unwind the power cable and insert the DC jack into the HIFI300 power port
(Ref.13), then plug into mains socket.
3. Ensure all cables are properly connected before switching the unit ON. Press
the 'ON/OFF' button (Ref.2) or use the 'Power' button on the remote control
(Rem.1) to switch on the Oakcastle HIFI300.
Basic Operation

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CD Mode
1. Press the ‘Mode’ button on the unit (Ref.6) or press the ‘Mode’ button on the
remote control (Rem.2) repeatedly to change the mode into ‘CD’.
2. Press the ‘Eject’ button on the remote control (Rem.3) or on the unit (Ref.7) to
open the CD tray.
3. Insert a CD in the disc tray with the label facing up, then press again the ‘Eject’
button, to close the CD compartment.
4. Use the controls on the unit or on the remote control to play/pause/repeat the
loaded CD, as per the followings:
Press the ‘PLAY/PAUSE’ buttons on the remote control (Rem.6) to play or pause the
CD.
Press the ‘NEXT/PREV’ buttons on the remote control (Rem.5 and Rem.10) to skip to
previous or to the next track. Press and hold the 'NEXT' or 'PREV' buttons (Rem.5 and
Rem.1) for 2-3 seconds to fast forward or fast rewind.
Press the 'STOP' button (Ref.5) to the unit to stop playing a CD.
Repeat Function in CD mode: Press the ‘Repeat’ button on the remote control (Rem.7)
once to repeat an audio track, press twice to repeat the entire CD or press three times
to cancel the REPEAT function.
The remote control buttons keypad 0-9 can be used while in CD mode as per the
followings:
•To appoint tracks in between 0-9, press the corresponding keypad number.
•To appoint track number 10, press the keypad number ‘0’.
•When using a CD with MP3 audio files on it press the number keys to select the
tracks for e.g. the 38th song, press the key number 3 and the key number 8.
If the key is invalid, this means that the tracking number you entered does not exist on
your disc.
The CD supported formats are: CD, CDs with Mp3 or WMA files.
CD Mode

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Using the USB Playback port
1. Insert an USB stick (not included), to the USB port on the unit (Ref.3).
2. Press the ‘Mode’ button on the unit (Ref.6) or press the ‘Mode’ button on the
remote control (Rem.2) repeatedly to change the mode into USB.
3. Play audio music files from your USB via HIFI300.
4. Repeat function in USB mode: Press the ‘Repeat’ button once on the remote
control (Rem.7) to repeat an audio track, press twice to repeat all or press three
times to cancel REPEAT function.
USB stick requirements:
•The USB stick needs to be formatted in FAT32 before adding audio files.
•The supported audio format is MP3 and WMA.
Please Note: The Oakcastle HIFI300 USB port is to be used only for playback and not
as a connection port with other devices.
USB Playback Port

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Bluetooth Mode
The Oakcastle HIFI300 can be paired with a device such as a phone or a tablet to play
audio from via its speakers.
1. Press the ‘Mode’ button on the unit (Ref.6) or press the ‘Mode’ button on the
remote control (Rem.2) repeatedly to change the mode into Bluetooth mode.
2. Activate Bluetooth on your device that you are about to pair the Oakcastle
HIFI300 with. Search and select on your device's list the ‘Oakcastle HIFI300’ to
connect.
3. Once both devices are successfully paired a prompt sound will be heard. When
the paired device is disconnected you will also hear a sound.
Please note: The Oakcastle HIFI300 is not compatible with Bluetooth earbuds.
Using the Line Input port
1. Use an audio cable of 3.5 mm (not included) to connect an audio source
such as an MP3 player to play audio from via the Oakcastle HIFI300
speakers. Insert the audio cable into the Line Input port at the back of the
HFI300 (Ref.14), and the other end of the cable to your device audio
output port.
2. Press the ‘Mode’ button on the unit (Ref.6) or press the ‘Mode’ button on
the remote control (Rem.2) repeatedly to change the mode into ‘Line In’.
3. Start playing audio from your device via the Oakcastle HIFI300 speakers.
Using the Headphones port
1. Ensure that the volume level on your HIFI300 is lowered before using the unit
with headphones.
2. Insert wired headphones (not included) with a 3.5 mm jack into the HIFI300
headphones port (Ref.4). Once connected the speakers will be muted and you
can now listen to privately audio through wired headphones.
Please note: The Oakcastle HIFI300 cannot support wired headphones/earphones
with microphone e.g., phone earphones.
Bluetooth, Line In Port & Headphones

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FM Mode
Ensure the radio antenna (Ref.15) is fully extended before using the unit in FM Mode
to scan/play radio stations.
1. Press the ‘Mode’ button on the unit (Ref.6) or press the ‘Mode’ button on the
remote control (Rem.2) repeatedly to change the mode into ‘FM’.
2. While in FM Mode, press the Play/Pause button on the remote control (Rem.6)
to start automatically scan for FM radio stations available at your location. Once
the scan has been completed the radio stations found will be automatically
saved.
3. Press the 'NEXT' or 'PREV' buttons on the remote control (Rem.5, Rem 10) or
the 'NEXT' or 'PREV' buttons on the unit (Ref.8 and Ref.10) to select the radio
stations.
4. Press and hold the 'NEXT' or 'PREV' buttons on the remote control (Rem.5,
Rem.10) for 2-3 seconds or the 'NEXT' or 'PREV' buttons on the unit (Ref.8 and
Ref.10) to tune up or down the frequency band by 0.1MHz.
FM Mode

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Troubleshooting & Specification
Observation Potential Cause/Solution
No Sound
Check if the unit is set to MUTE.
Check the volume, increase.
Check if the cables are properly
inserted.
If there is no sound while using wired
headphones, disconnect and reconnect
again. Check volume level on
headphones if you have this feature.
CD is not playing
Check if the CD is properly inserted.
Make sure the CD inserted is not
damaged or has any scratches on it.
Using a dry cloth, clean the CD before
inserting it in its compartment.
Check if the CD is in supported formats:
CD, MP3/WMA. Try a different CD
The remote control does not work
Check the batteries and replace them
with new ones.
Ensure there is no furniture or other
similar obstacles which can restrict the
signal between the unit and its remote.
Buttons on the unit do not work. Unplug the unit, leave it switched off for
a few minutes then plug this back on.
Unit has no power/function
Check if the power cable is properly
inserted into the wall socket. Try a
different socket.
Specification
Power Supply DC 12V 2A
Support Disc Format CD/Mp3/WMA
FM Frequency 87.5-108MHz
Bluetooth Version V5.0

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Support
If you require further assistance with your new Oakcastle HIFI300, please contact our
support team on the Oakcastle website: www.oakcastle.co.uk/support.
Support & Warranty
Warranty
All products come with a standard 12-month warranty. All items must be registered
within 30 days of purchase on www.oakcastle.co.uk for the warranty to be valid. Once
on the web page, use the menu to find ‘Register Your Product’. You will also be given
the chance to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of charge.

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Safety Information
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions. Instructions are also
available for download at www.majority.co.uk.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do no clean the apparatus near or with water.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus that produce heat.
9. Protect the power from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
10. Only use accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
11. Unplug this apparatus during light storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
13. No naked flame sources, such as a lit candle
should be placed on the apparatus.
14. Dispose of used electrical products and
batteries safely according to your local
authority and regulations.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping,
splashing or objects filled with water.
The main plug is used to disconnect the device. In
order to disconnect the apparatus from the main
mains completely, the mains plug should be
disconnected from the main socket outlet
completely.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat.
RECYCLING ELECTRICAL
PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical
goods and in doing so help the environment.
This symbol means an
electrical product should not be
disposed of with normal
household waste. Please
ensure it is taken to a
suitable facility for disposal
when finished.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions
carefully before use and keep for future
reference.
Risk of electric shock.
Do not open.
Read all instructions carefully
before use and keep for future
reference.
When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
CAUTION
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE
PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
NOT OPEN
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before
use and keep for future reference

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EU Declaration of Conformity
I hereby declare that the product:
Product Name: HIFI300 Sound System
Model: 1000002879
Brand Name: Oakcastle
Satisfies all the technical regulations applicable to the product within the scope of Council Directives
2014/35/EU and 2014/30/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2012/19/EU, 2014/53/EU, 2011/65/EU, 1907/2006.
2014/35/EU (LVD Directive)
EN62368-1:2014+A11:2017
2014/30/EU (EMC Directive)
EN55032:2015+A11:2020, Class B, EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019, EN61000-3-3: 2013+A1:2019, EN55035:
2017, EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3 (2019-11), EN 301 489-17 V3.2.2 (2019-12)
2009/125/EC (ERP Directive)
EN50564: 2011, EN62311: 2008
2012/19/EU (WEEE Directive)
2014/53/EU (RED Directive)
EN55032:2015+A11:2020, Class B, EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019, EN61000-3-3: 2013+A1:2019, EN55035:
2017, EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3 (2019-11), EN 301 489-17 V3.2.2 (2019-12), EN 303 345-1 V1.1.1 (2019-06),
EN 303 345-3 V1.1.0 (2019-11), EN 303 345-4 V1.1.0 (2019-11), ETSI EN 300 328 V2.2.2 (2019-07),
EN62368-1:2014+A11:2017, EN 62479: 2010, EN 50663:2017
2011/65/EU & 2015/863/EU (RoHS Directive)
1907/2006 (REACH Directive)
All essential test suites have been carried out.
This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of iZilla Ltd.
Point of Contact: Eddie Latham | Founder
Signed:
Date: Nov 2023
UK: iZilla Ltd, 49 Viking Way, Cambridge, CB23 8EL, UK
EU RP: AR Experts, P.O. Box 5047, 3620 AA Breukelen, The Netherlands
US: iZilla Ltd, C/O A.N. Deringer, Inc., 19520 Wilmington Ave, Rancho Dominguez, CA, 90220
Oakcastle is owned and operated by iZilla Ltd. Registered in England with Company No: 08520738

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