Pyle Pro Vintage PTTC4U User Manual

Model: PTTC4U

Multifunction Turntable With MP3 Recording, USB-to-PC, Cassette Playback

1600 63rd Street

Brooklyn, NY 11204

Toll Free: [phone] / Tel: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

http://www.pyleaudio.com

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Read instructions carefully before use and store in a safe

place for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed. Please refer below:

1. Read Instructions - All safety and operating instructions should be read before operated.

2. Retain Instructions - Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Follow Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the manual should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and user instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners instead use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture - Avoid exposing the product to water and moisture.

8. Accessories - Securely place this unit before use. The product may fall if not properly placed
causing serious injury to a child or adult and may damage the product. Use only with a stand,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer. If the product needs to be mounted, you
should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended
by them.

9. Transporting - This product should be moved with care to avoid
damage or injury.

10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. This is to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. Openings must not be blocked or covered.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the instruction manual.

12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be properly secured so that they are not
likely to be entangled in any way.

13. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and di sconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

14. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - 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.

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16. Servicing - Do not attempt to repair this product yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

17. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate and you have followed the manual for troubleshooting.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance.

18. Replacement Parts - If a part needs to be replaced, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

20. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

21. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

PRECAUTIONS

1. In order to shut off the unit completely, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Be sure to
unplug the unit if you do not intend to use it for a long period of time.

2. Incorrect use of controls, adjustments and performance other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.

3. Should this product malfunction, discontinue use and contac t a quali f ied ser vic e ce nter.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK- DO NOT OPEN!

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove casing.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The light flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert Users to the presence of “dangerous voltage” which may be of sufficient

magnitude to cause electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert Users to the

presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature that may accompany the appliance.

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BEFORE USE

1. Choose a safe location and avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near any heat source.

2. Avoid locations subject to vibrations, excessive dust, cold or moisture.

3. Do not open the unit as this may result in electrical shock. If a foreign object is inserted

accidentally contact your dealer.

4. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, pull directly on the plug, NOT the cord.

5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finishing. A

clean, dry cloth is recommended for cleaning.

6. In order to completely turn off the unit, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

TURNTABLE PARTS

1. Dust cover

2. 45 rpm adapter

3. Lift lever

4. Tone Arm rest

5. Speed Selection

6. Auto Stop Control

7. Tone Arm

8. Platter/Turntable

9. Stylus(Needle)Cartridge

10. Cassette Slot

11. Aux in

12. Rotary Volume Control with Power

ON/OFF function

13. Built in Speaker in the 2 sides

14. USB Jack

15. RCA output/Aux output

16. AC power cord

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR AUDIO PLAYBACK & RECORDING

To playback/record audio via the turntable function, ensure that the cassette tape chamber is empty

(fully ejected). To playback/record audio via the cassette tap e funct ion, ensure that th e turntable’s

tone arm is positioned on the Tone Arm Rest. This unit does not support simultaneous

playback/recording from both audio sources.

LISTENING to a RECORD

1. Raise the dust cover.

2. Connect the AC power cord to an electrical outlet (230V~50Hz).

3. Use a RCA cable to connect the unit’s RCA output with your powered speakers or amplifier.

Make sure the red and white RCA cables are inserted in the red and white jacks accordingly.

4. Place a record on the turntable and select the player speed (33/45/78) according to the desired

record speed. NOTE: when playing a 45 rpm record, use the 45 rpm adapter.

5. Remove the tone arm from the rest, push the Lift Lever backward to raise the tone arm and

gently move the tone arm to the desired position over the record. The turntable will begin to
spin when the arm is moved toward the record. Push the Lift Lever forward to lower the tone
arm slowly onto the desired position on the record to begin playing the record.

6. If Auto Stop Control is turned ON, record will stop automatically when finished.

If Auto Stop Control is turned OFF, record will NOT stop automatically when finished.

7. For best performance and product maintenance, unplug the turntable when not in use.

LISTENING to a CASSETTE:

1. Insert the cassette into the cassette slot. The tape will commence play automatically.

2. Adjust the volume control to your desired sound level.

3. If the handspike is pushed in half way, the tape can be fast-forwarded. To stop, push the

handspike slightly and the cassette will resume playing. If the handspike is pushed to the
bottom, the tape will be ejected.

4. The tape will stop automatically when it comes to its end.

5. A tape can only be rewound by turning it over and using the player’s fast-forward feature as

described above.

CONNECTION to an EXTERNAL DEVICE:

1. Connect the external sound source through the RCA jacks.

2. Adjust the volume control to your desired sound level.

TURNTABLE STYLUS (needle) REPLACEMENT

To replace the turntable stylus (needle), please refer to the instructions below:

Removing the stylus from the cartridge

1. Place a screwdriver at the tip of the stylus and push downward as shown in
direction “A”.

2. Remove the stylus by pulling the stylus forward and pushing downward.

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Installing the stylus (needle)

1. Hold the tip of the stylus and insert the stylus by pressing as shown in direction “B”.

2. Push the stylus upward as in direction "C" until the stylus locks into the tip position.

RECORD YOUR VINYL / TAPE to a WINDOWS PC

SOFTWARE INTRODUCTION

Audacity application software is included with this product and is designed to record and save
music from the unit to a computer. The software then allows for the same recorded files to be
converted and edited to .WAV and/or .MP3 file formats. The recorded music can then be played
using Windows Media Player and other applications that support .WAV and .MP3 formats.

For complete instructions on how to setup and use Audacity please refer to:
http://audacity.sourceforge.net/help/documentation

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION and USB CONNECTION

To install the Audacity software in your computer, please follow the instructions below.

1. Insert the Audacity software (included) into your computer's disc tray.

The Audacity Setup Wizard will appear. Click on "Next" to install the software.

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2. Select “I accept the agreement” and click on Next.

3. Continue to click on the "Next" button until the software installation begins.