Victrola VBB-25 User manual

Instruction Manual
Model: VBB-25
PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Bluetooth Boombox

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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ACCESSORIES INCLUDED:
• INSTRUCTION MANUAL
• WARRANTY (BACK OF MANUAL)
• AC POWER CORD

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PLAYREWF.FWD
STOP/E J.
PAUSE
VOLUME
BT FM AM TAPE/OFF
TUNING
REC
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
USB
TF
PL AY
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1. Radio Band
2. Cassette Door
3. Speaker
4. Built-In Microphone
5. Previous/Rewind Button
6. Play/Pause Button
7. Next/Fast Forward Button
8. Repeat Button
9. Mode Button (Bluetooth,
TF or USB Mode)
10. Radio Antenna
11. Function Switch
12. Volume Knob
13. Folding Handle
14. Tape Pause Button
15. Tape Stop/Eject
Button
16. Tape Fast
Forward Button
17. Tape Rewind Button
18. Tape Play Button
19. Tape Record Button
20. Radio Tuning Dial
21. TF (Micro SD) Slot
22. USB Jack
23. Headphone Jack
24. Play (Bluetooth, TF,
USB) LED Indicator

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CASSETTE OPERATION
SET UP / BASIC OPERATION
BASIC SET UP
1. Plug the provided AC Power Cord into the back of the unit, then insert plug into the
nearest wall outlet. Note: The unit can also be powered by 4x C (UM2) batteries
(not included) by placing them in the battery compartment on the back of the unit.
2. The unit will automatically be in Cassette Mode.
3. Use the Function Switch on the top of the unit to switch between Tape, FM, AM, and Bluetooth.
4. Use the Radio Tuning Dial to manually adjust the Radio.
5. Use the Volume Knob to manually adjust the volume.
6. To use Headphones, simply plug headphones (not included) into the Headphone Jack on the
side of the unit. The built-in speaker will stop playing once the headphones are plugged in. Use
the Volume Knob to manually adjust the volume.
7. To turn off the unit, slide the function switch to TAPE/OFF.
Note: Make sure the cassette player is stopped.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
- Be sure to insert the battery in the correct positive “+” and negative “-” orientation.
- When using rechargeable batteries, refer to the precautions on their labels.
- Do not heat or disassemble batteries and NEVER dispose of old batteries by throwing in a fire.
- Do not dispose the batteries into standard garbage disposal sites. Dispose of the batteries at an
available Battery Recycling Site after fully discharging. No doing so may violate disposal laws and
regulations. Please refer to local regulations for proper battery disposal.
Slide the function switch to TAPE/OFF, then follow the steps below:
1. Press the STOP/EJ. button. Insert the cassette tape, bottom side up with the tape facing you.
Manually close the Cassette door.
2. Play - Press the PLAY BUTTON to start playing the tape.
3. Pause - Press the PAUSE button to stop the tape during recording or playback, press the pause
button a second time the resume play or recording.
4. Fast Forwarding and Rewind - To fast forward or to rewind the tape, press the F.FWD or
REW
button. Press the STOP/EJ. button to stop the tape at the desired location.
5. Automatic Stop (Auto Stop) - When the cassette tape that is being played or recorded
and reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically stop.
6. Recording - Install a cassette to record over. Press the REC button.
To record audio from another function, move the Function Switch to the desired position to record
audio in that mode.
MIC recording
Press the REC button in TAPE mode, the Built-in Microphone will record all audible content.
To stop recording, press the STOP/EJ. button. Rewind the tape to play back the recorded content.
The MIC recording can only perform in TAPE mode.

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RADIO OPERATION
BLUETOOTH / USB / TF (MICRO SD) OPERATION
SPECIFICATIONS
AM RADIO
1. For AM Radio, slide the function switch to AM.
2. Use the Tuning Knob to manually adjust the Radio to the desired station. For the best reception,
fully extend the antenna located on the top of the unit.
FM RADIO
1. For FM Radio, slide the function switch to FM.
2. Use the Tuning Knob to manually adjust the Radio to the desired station. For the best reception,
fully extend the antenna located on the top of the unit.
BLUETOOTH MODE
1. Slide the function switch to BT (Bluetooth) Mode.
2. Make sure your external device has the Bluetooth turned on. Then open the Bluetooth settings
menu on your device and select “VBB-25”. The Play LED Indicator will begin flashing.
3. The Play LED Indicator will stop flashing and an audible tone will sound, indicating the connection
was successful.
5. Use the silver playback buttons on the control panel as usual or control playback directly from your
external device.
6. To disconnect the external device, simply press the M (Mode) Button.
USB/TF (MICRO SD) MODE
1. Use the function switch to switch to BT (Bluetooth) Mode.
2. Insert a USB Thumb Drive or TF (Micro SD) Card (not included).
3. Press the M (Mode) Button until the unit starts playing music from the USB Thumb Drive or Card.
4. Use the silver playback buttons location on the control panel to control playback as usual.
5. The Repeat Button sets the Thumb Drive or Card on repeat. Press once to activate.
Note: The USB/SD ports only support MP3/WMA formats and a maximum of 32GB.
Note: In USB/BT mode, after 15 minutes of inactivity the unit will enter sleep mode.
To turn the unit back on, simply press the play button or move the function switch.
Product Weight.............................................................................2.25 lbs (1 kg)
Product Dimensions .....................................................................6.3″H x 9.8″W x 3.35″D
160mm H x 250mm W x 85mm D
Power Supply: ..............................................................................AC 120V~60Hz
Power: ..........................................................................................DC 6V / 4x C (UM2) Batteries
Radio Bands:................................................................................AM, FM
Frequency Range:........................................................................FM 87.5-108MHz / AM 520-1710KHz
Consumption Power.....................................................................4W
Speaker Output: ...........................................................................2.6W
Output Impedance........................................................................Speaker 6Ω
Bluetooth: .....................................................................................Version: V5.0
Radiation Power <1mW
Frequency Range: 2402~2480MHz
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.
Made in China.

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
FCC STATEMENT
IC STATEMENT
CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING

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Victrola is a registered trademark of Innovative Technology Electronics LLC.
Innovative Technology Electronics LLC.
Limited Warranty: 90 Days Labor, One Year Parts
Innovative Technology Electronics LLC. (IT) warrants the product to be free from “Defects” in
materials under normal use for a period of “One Year” from the date of the original purchase. The
Warranty is “Not” transferable. IT agrees, within the initial “90 Day” period, to repair or replace the
product if it is determined to be defective at “No Charge”. It is further agreed that IT will cover the
cost to repair or replace damaged “Parts” only for a total period of “One Year” from the date of the
original purchase. The warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, antennas, AC cords, cabinets,
headbands, ear-pads, or damage due to line power surges, connection to improper voltage supply
or settings, misuse, mishandling, accident, acts of God or attempted repair by an unauthorized
service agent.
To obtain service, the purchaser MUST present an original sales receipt / proof of purchase.
Please contact us at www.victrola.com to request an RMA (Return Material Authorization)
number to return products for service or replacement. Returns without an RMA number on the
package will be refused and returned to sender. Upon receipt of the returning item and our full
inspection (IT) may issue a replacement to customer for the same item or of one that has equivalent
value and features. To return an item, supply full name, return address, phone number, item
purchased, receipt of purchase and reason for return to obtain RMA number.
All returns must be in the original packaging or reasonable substitute to prevent damage. Customer
“Must” include full name, shipping address and telephone number inside of package. No return will
be shipped back to a PO Box or APO address.
Please include your check or money order in the amount of:
• USD $5.00 for items $10.00 to $39.99. (Price Paid Per Unit)
• USD $10.00 for items $40.00 to $99.99. (Price Paid Per Unit)
• USD $16.00 for items $100.00 and up. (Price Paid Per Unit)
• Shipping fees are non-refundable.
to be payable to Innovative Technology Electronics LLC. (for handling and return shipping charges)
(IT) will not be responsible for delays or unprocessed claims resulting from a purchaser’s failure to
provide any / all of the necessary information. Send all inquiries or RMA request via our website
www.victrola.com/pages/technical-support.
Innovative Technology Electronics LLC.
1 Channel Drive
Port Washington, NY 11050
Toll free: 1-877-483-2497
Website for support: www.victrola.com/pages/technical-support
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CUSTOMER, (IT) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which
vary from state to state.
WARRANTY