Victrola THE BRIGHTON User manual

PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
BRIGHTON
THE
MODEL: VTA-71
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CONTENTS
Safety Instructions..........................................................................
Product Overview............................................................................
Vinyl Record Operation...................................................................
Bluetooth Operation........................................................................
Maintenance/Proper Handling........................................................
Troubleshooting Guide.....................................................................
Setup/Basic Operation....................................................................
Specifications..................................................................................
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FCC Statement and other warnings................................................
Bluetooth-Out Operation.................................................................
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
-This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock.
-Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back) as
there are no user-serviceable parts insides. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
-The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance
to rain or moisture.
WARNING:To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an
extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be
fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
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1. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before this product is operated.
2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be
used near water or moisture – for example, in a wet basement or near
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
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 radiations, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
a swimming pool, and the like.

Safety Instructions
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart or rack is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15. The mains plug is used as disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
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17. Use the equipment in a moderate climate.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on
apparatus.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED
• INSTRUCTION MANUAL
• WARRANTY (BACK OF MANUAL)
• POWER ADAPTOR

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Front View
1. POWER: Press to turn the unit ON or OFF.
2. BT OUT: Press to activate the Bluetooth output function.
3. PLAY/PAUSE ( )
Press to start playback, press again to pause.
Long press the button for 3 seconds to disconnect the Bluetooth pairing.
(NOTE: This button only works in Bluetooth mode.)
4. PREVIOUS ( )
Skip to the previous track or station.
5. NEXT ( )
Skip to the next track or station.
6. Display Screen
7. 3.5mm EARPHONE JACK: Accepts headphone/earphone plugs.
8. BT/PHONO/FM KNOB: Turn to select BT/PHONO mode.
9. VOLUME KNOB: Turn to adjust volume.
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Rear View
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BT PHONO

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10. LINE OUT jacks
For amplifier device with RCA auxiliary input sockets, insert the white and red
plugs on the RCA cable into the unit. Insert the opposite end into the amplifier
device. Be sure to connect the white plug to the white jack and the red plug
to the red jack.
11. DC Input Jack
Connect the power adapter to the jack to power on the unit.
12. Turntable
13. 45 RPM adapter
14. Tone Arm holder
15. Cue Lever:
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Before use, gently push the Tone Arm holder to the right to release
the TONE ARM.
AUTO STOP ON/OFF SWITCH: Switch “ON”, the turntable will stop
automatically when finish playing. Switch “OFF”, the turntable will keep turning
when finished playing.
17. Speed Selector
18. Tone Arm
19. STYLUS
Part of the Turntable
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SETUP/BASIC OPERATION
Setup
1. Remove white protective needle cover by gently pulling towards front of unit.
2. Remove any packaging materials from the unit.
3.
Note:
- It is strongly recommended that this product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
Basic Operation
1. Press the POWER button to turn the unit on.
2. Select mode by turning the BT/PHONO KNOB.
3. Rotate the VOLUME KNOB to adjust to the desired sound level.
Listening through RCA LINE OUT
For amplifier device listening, first reduce the volume level to minimum. Insert the
white and red plugs on the RCA cable into the unit, then insert the opposite end
into the amplifier device. Be sure to connect the white plug to the white jack and
the red plug to the red jack.
Listening through Earphones/Headphones (not included)
For private listening, first reduce the volume level to minimum.
Insert your headphones’ plug into the 3.5mm jack, then
adjust the volume up by turning the VOLUME KNOB.
Note: The speakers will automatically be deactivated
while headphones are plugged in.
CONDENSATION WARNING:
When the unit is moved from a cold or warm place, or is used following a sudden
temperature change, there is the danger that water vapor in the air may condense
on the unit, preventing proper operation. In such cases, leave the unit for 1-2 hours
after plugging it into an AC outlet to allow it to stabilize at the temperature of its
surroundings.
Connect the power adapter to the DC Input jack to power on the unit.
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VINYL RECORD OPERATION
1. Turn the unit ON by pressing the POWER button.
3. Gently open the dust cover.
4. Put the record on the turntable. Select the speed. When
playing a 45 RPM record, use the included 45 adaptor..
5. Gently push the Tone Arm holder to the right to release the TONE ARM.
7. Move the TONE ARM gently to the edge of the record
(or the starting point of the track). The turntable will begin to turn.
8. Gently lower the TONE ARM by slowly releasing the CUE LEVER.
You can lower the TONE ARM manually if the CUE LEVER
has not been raised.
9. Turn the VOLUME KNOB to adjust the volume.
10. When playback has finished, slightly lift the tone arm using the CUE
LEVER and return it to the TONE ARM holder.
6. Raise the to lift the TONE ARM off the tone arm
support.
Cue Lever
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2. Turn the BT/PHONO KNOB to enter the PHONO mode.

BLUETOOTH OPERATION
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An external device with Bluetooth Connectivity can be wirelessly connected to this
turntable using the Bluetooth Function.
GETTING CONNECTED USING BLUETOOTH
Display Screen.
2. Turn your external devices’ Bluetooth Setting ON. Wait a moment, then look for
NOTE: The effective distance between your external device and this unit is
10 meters (33ft).
3. Select the Bluetooth pairing name, to connect the unit. Once connected the
“bt” on the Display Screen will stop flashing.
4. Select the music media files on your external device, then press the
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1. Turn the BT/PHONO KNOB to select BT mode. The “bt” will flash on the
PLAY/PAUSE button ( ) to begin playback.
To temporarily pause playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button ( ) when
playback. Press again to resume.
6. To skip to the previous or the next tracks, press the PREVIOUS/NEXT button
( or ) to listen.
The product supports Bluetooth wireless connection (BT-OUT). It can be connected
with external Bluetooth-compatible headphones (not included) and Bluetooth
speakers (not included)
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1. When playing your vinyl record, press the BT OUT button.
2. The “ " icon flashes on the Display Screen.
3. Turn ON your external Bluetooth receiver device (such as Bluetooth
headphones and Bluetooth Speakers) and set to pairing mode.
4. Wait for a few seconds, they will make connection to each other automatically.
5. The “ " icon stops flashing once successful paired.
6. Control the playback from your BT speaker.
(You can only adjust the volume from your external Bluetooth Device.)
BLUETOOTH-OUT OPERATION
• Place the Bluetooth device within 1m (3.3') of the product to perform
pairing correctly.
• The product stays in the pairing mode for about 30 seconds. If pairing is not
properly completed, follow the above steps again from the beginning after
turning all devices OFF.
• "BT OUT" is only compatible with vinyl record playback.
the Bluetooth Pairing name “Victrola Brighton”

MAINTENANCE/PROPER HANDLING
Handling Vinyl Records
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• To clean a record, use a soft anti-static cloth to gently wipe the record surface.
• Keep records in their protective sleeves when not in use.
• Always store records upright on their edges.
• Avoid placing records in direct sunlight, close to a heat source
(radiators, stoves, etc.), or in a location subject to vibration, excessive dust,
heat, cold or moisture.
Do not touch the record’s grooves. Only handle records by the edges or the
label with clean hands. Touching the record surface will cause your record’s
quality to deteriorate.
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Removing the Stylus from the Cartridge
1. Using your fingers, hold at point “A”
and push down point “B”
WARNING: When applying force to stylus,
too much may damage or break the stylus.
2. Continue to push down until the stylus
separates from the front of the cartridge.
3. Remove the rear of the stylus carefully
from the cartridge.
Installing the Stylus
1. Follow the previous steps but in reverse.
Caution:
�Do not remove or bend the stylus needle.
�Do not touch the needle to avoid injury to your hand.
�Turn off the unit’s power before you replace the stylus.
�Keep out of reach of children.
Please note: The stylus should last about 50 hours under
normal use. It is recommended that the stylus be replaced
as soon as you notice a change in sound quality
HOW TO REPLACE THE TURNTABLE STYLUS
(Replacement Stylus # VND-08)

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom
GENERAL
• Unit will not power on
Possible Cause
• Unit is unplugged.
Solution
• Connect the DC power
adapter to the jack.
• No sound output from
speakers
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The volume level is set
too low.
The input selector does
not match the playback
source.
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Adjust the volume.
Select the correct
input source.
• Noise/Distortion in
sound output
• The unit is too close to
a TV set or another
interfering device.
• Turn off the TV or
other appliance, and
relocate the unit.
• Unit fails to respond • It might result from
external factors such as
ESD (Electro-static
discharge).
• Disconnect the power
cord and external
audio device.Re-plug
the power cord after
one minute.
PHONO
• Decline in turntable
audio performance
• The turntable stylus is
worn out.
• Replace the stylus.

Symptom
BLUETOOTH
• No sound
Possible Cause
•
•
• Your device is too far
from the unit or there’re
some obstacle between
your device and your
unit.
The unit is not switched
to Bluetooth mode.
Your device’s and/or
your unit’s volume is not
turn up.
Solution
•
•
• Turn up the volume
on your portable
device and/or the unit.
• Turn OFF your
bluetooth device and
unit. Then power them
both back ON.
Ensure the unit is
switched to BT mode.
Move your Bluetooth
device closer to unit.
• Sound has a lot of
static
• Your device is too far
away.
• Bring your device
closer to the turntable.
• Unable to pair with a
Bluetooth device
• Your device dosen’t
have Bluetooth
connectivity.
• The Bluetooth pairing is
not successful
• Confirm that your
device is Bluetooth
compatible.
• Re-pair the unit and
device again.
Please note: As a result of continual improvements, the design and specifications
of this product 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.
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BLUETOOTH-OUT
The connection takes
too long
• The connection takes
too long
• The time of connection
depends on the
connecting device
• Wait for a moment
• Turn OFF your
bluetooth device and
unit. Then power them
both back ON.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power adapter ----------------------- DC 5V/1A
Power Consumption --------------- 5W
Power Output ------------------------ 2
× 2W
Size-------------------------------------
12.7" (322mm) W × 12.3" (312mm) D × 5.2" (131mm) H
Weight --------------------------------- 4.5 lbs (2kg)
GENERAL
RECORD PLAYER
Speeds -------------------------------- 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM and 78 RPM
BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth Version ------------------- V4.0
Bluetooth Profiles ------------------- A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth Frequency range ------2.402GHz-2.480GHz
Operating Distance----------------- 10 meters (33 ft.)
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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
1. 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.
2. 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.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
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 the 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 contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(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.
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a
minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING
IC WARNING
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Made In China.
Victrola is a registered trademark of Innovative Technology Electronics LLC.
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
"One Year" period, to replace the product if it is determined to be defective at "No
Charge” or offer a merchandise credit if proof of purchase is provided or if the original
product is no longer in stock. 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 an improper voltage supply or setting, misuse, mishandling, accident,
acts of God or attempted repair by an unauthorized service agent.
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 implied warranty on this product except to the extent prohibited by
applicable law. Any implied warranty of merchant-ability 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.
Contact
Website: www.victrola.com/support
Phone: [phone]
(Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm, EST)
WARRANTY