Victrola Journey+ Bluetooth Suitcase Record Player Instruction Manual

1. Entwodiksyon

The Victrola Journey+ Bluetooth Suitcase Record Player combines classic design with modern audio features. This portable turntable allows you to enjoy your vinyl records with enhanced sound quality through its built-in speakers or connect wirelessly to external Bluetooth speakers. It also supports streaming music from your smart devices directly to the unit.

This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your Victrola Journey+ record player. Please read it thoroughly before use and retain it for future reference.

2. Enfòmasyon sou Sekirite

• Sous pouvwa: Sèvi ak adaptè kouran espesifye a sèlman. Asire w ke vòl latage konpatib ak rejyon ou an.
• Dlo ak imidite: Pa ekspoze aparèy la anba lapli, imidite, oswa likid k ap degoute/pwojeksyon. Pa mete objè ki plen likid, tankou vaz, sou aparèy la.
• Vantilasyon: Asire w ke gen ase vantilasyon. Pa bloke okenn ouvèti vantilasyon.
• Chalè: Pa mete l toupre sous chalè tankou radyatè, recho, recho, oswa lòt aparèy (ki gen ladan amplifiers) ki pwodui chalè.
• Netwayaj: Netwaye sèlman ak yon twal sèk.
• Sèvis: Pa eseye fè sèvis pwodui sa a tèt ou. Refere tout sèvis yo bay pèsonèl sèvis kalifye.
• Plasman: Place the unit on a stable, flat surface to prevent damage from falls.

3. Pake kontni

Verifye ke tout atik ki nan lis anba a yo enkli nan pakè ou a:

• Victrola Journey+ Bluetooth Suitcase Record Player
• Adaptè pouvwa
• 45 rpm adaptè
• Manyèl Enstriksyon

4. Karakteristik ak konpozan pwodwi yo

The Victrola Journey+ is designed for ease of use and portability, featuring a range of connectivity options.

Figure 4.1: The Victrola Journey+ Record Player in its open suitcase form, ready for use.

4.1 Turntable Section

• Plato: Supports the vinyl record during playback.
• Axe: Holds the record in place on the platter.
• Tonbra: Li kenbe stylus la (zegwi a) epi li swiv siyon disk la.
• Dyaman: The needle that reads the audio from the record.
• Adaptè 45 RPM: Yo itilize li pou jwe disk 7 pous ki gen yon gwo twou nan mitan an.
• Seleksyon vitès: Allows selection of 33 1/3, 45, or 78 RPM playback speeds.
• Chanjman pou kanpe otomatik: Engages or disengages the auto-stop function, which stops the platter when a record finishes playing.

Figure 4.2: Detail of the turntable platter and tonearm, highlighting the 3-speed capability.

4.2 Kontwòl Panel

• Bouton pouvwa/volim: Limen/etenn aparèy la epi li ajiste volim nan.
• Input Select Knob: Switches between PHONO (vinyl playback), BT IN (Bluetooth input from external device), and BT OUT (Bluetooth output to external speaker).
• Kas ekoutè Jack: Pou koute mizik an prive ak kas ekoutè.

Figure 4.3: The control panel, showing the power/volume, input select, and headphone jack.

4.3 Koneksyon

• Oratè Stereo entegre: Integrated speakers for direct audio playback.
• RCA Sòti: Allows connection to external amplified speakers or a home stereo system.
• Antre Bluetooth: Stream audio from a Bluetooth-enabled smart device to the record player's built-in speakers.
• Bluetooth Output (Vinyl Stream): Stream vinyl playback wirelessly to an external Bluetooth speaker.

Figure 4.4: The built-in stereo speakers provide direct audio output.

Figure 4.5: Vinyl Stream technology allows wireless audio output to external Bluetooth speakers.

5. Enstalasyon

1. Debake: Carefully remove the record player from its packaging. Retain packaging for future transport or storage.
2. Plasman: Mete aparèy la sou yon sifas plat epi ki estab, lwen limyè solèy dirèk, sous chalè, ak pousyè oswa vibrasyon twòp.
3. Koneksyon pouvwa: Connect the power adapter to the DC 5V 1A input jack on the back of the unit and plug it into a wall outlet.
4. Pwoteksyon Stylus: Remove the stylus protector from the needle before first use.
5. Tonbram Clip: Release the tonearm from its rest clip.

6. Operasyon

6.1 Playing a Vinyl Record (PHONO Mode)

1. Turn the Power/Volume knob clockwise to turn on the unit. The power indicator will light up.
2. Set the Input Select knob to PHONO.
3. Place a record on the turntable platter. If playing a 7-inch record with a large center hole, place the 45 RPM adapter on the spindle first.
4. Chwazi vitès ki apwopriye a (33 1/3, 45, oswa 78 RPM) avèk switch Seleksyon Vitès la.
5. Leve bra a avèk levye ke a epi mete l sou tras ou vle a nan disk la.
6. Desann bra a dousman sou disk la avèk levye ke a. Disk la ap kòmanse jwe.
7. Ajiste volim nan avèk bouton Pouvwa/Volim nan.
8. At the end of the record, if the Auto Stop switch is ON, the platter will stop spinning. If it is OFF, the platter will continue to spin.
9. To stop playback, lift the tonearm, return it to the tonearm rest, and turn the Power/Volume knob counter-clockwise to turn off the unit.

6.2 Bluetooth Input (BT IN Mode)

Stream music from your Bluetooth-enabled device (e.g., smartphone, tablet) to the record player's built-in speakers.

1. Turn the Power/Volume knob clockwise to turn on the unit.
2. Set the Input Select knob to BT IN. The Bluetooth indicator will flash.
3. Enable Bluetooth on your smart device and search for "Victrola Journey+" in the list of available devices.
4. Select "Victrola Journey+" to pair. Once paired, the Bluetooth indicator will stop flashing and remain solid.
5. You can now play music from your device through the record player's speakers. Adjust volume using the Power/Volume knob on the unit or your device.

6.3 Bluetooth Output (BT OUT Mode)

Stream your vinyl playback wirelessly to an external Bluetooth speaker.

1. Turn the Power/Volume knob clockwise to turn on the unit.
2. Set the Input Select knob to BT OUT. The Bluetooth indicator will flash.
3. Place your external Bluetooth speaker in pairing mode.
4. The record player will automatically search for and connect to the nearest Bluetooth speaker. Once connected, the Bluetooth indicator will stop flashing and remain solid.
5. Play a vinyl record as described in section 6.1. The audio will be streamed to your external Bluetooth speaker.

6.4 Itilizasyon Jack Kas ekoutè a

For private listening, plug any standard 3.5mm headphones into the HEADPHONE jack on the front of the unit. The built-in speakers will automatically mute.

6.5 Using the RCA Output

Pou konekte jwè vinil la ak yon aparèy ekstèn amplifier or stereo system, use an RCA cable (not included) to connect the RCA OUT jacks on the back of the unit to the corresponding audio input on your external system.

7. Antretyen

• Netwaye Stylus la: Gently clean the stylus periodically with a soft brush, brushing from back to front.
• Netwaye inite a: Wipe the exterior of the unit with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
• Swen Dosye: Kenbe disk yo pwòp epi san pousyè. Sere yo vètikalman nan manch yo pou anpeche yo defòme.
• Ranplasman Stylus: The stylus is a consumable part and should be replaced after approximately 200-300 hours of use to maintain optimal sound quality and prevent damage to records.

NAN. Depanaj

9. Espesifikasyon

10. Garanti ak sipò

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Victrola websit la. Kenbe resi acha ou kòm prèv acha pou reklamasyon garanti.

For further assistance, you may contact Victrola customer service through their official channels.