Insignia NS-BTST21 User Manual

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Bluetooth Stereo

Turntable

NS-BTST21

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Page 1 USER GUIDE Bluetooth Stereo Turntable NS-BTST21 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
NS-BTST21 Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........2 Package contents .
Page 3 Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 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.
Page 4: Package Contents
NS-BTST21 No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. The symbol with indicates AC voltage. CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
Page 5 Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Make sure that the belt is not twisted, then use your thumb to stretch the belt until it reaches the round hole in the platter. Note: Make sure that you place the belt on the metal track and not on the section with teeth.
Page 6: Attaching And Adjusting The Counterweight
NS-BTST21 Attaching and adjusting the counterweight The counterweight on the tone arm adjusts the needle pressure. If the pressure is too much, sound is distorted. If the pressure is too little, track skipping happens more frequently. Hold the counterweight with the black number ring on the counterweight towards you, then slightly push the counterweight into the end of tone arm. ...
Page 7 Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Release the tone arm lock, push the lifting rod forward so that the tone arm leaves the base, then push the tone arm left to the position above the turntable. CAUTION: Make sure that the needle does not contact any part of the of your turntable.
Page 8 NS-BTST21 Hold the metal counterweight to keep it from moving, then carefully rotate the front black number ring so that 0 is in the 12 o'clock position. Note: Do not turn the metal counterweight. The black number ring turns separately.
Page 9: Features
Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Features • Works with both 33 1/3 and 45 RPM (adapter included) 12-inch records to play a variety of music • High-quality replaceable ATN3600L stylus are durable enough for everyday • Die-cast aluminum record platter with felt mat supports wobble-free positioning •...
Page 10: Side View
NS-BTST21 ITEM DESCRIPTION Push forward and back to raise and lower tone arm. Tone arm lifter Tone arm rest Place the tone arm on this holder with it is not in use. holder Tone arm Holds the stylus that produces sound from the record.
Page 11: Front View
Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Front view ITEM DESCRIPTION Plug headphones into this jack. 1 Headphone jack If you have a Bluetooth speaker connected, the speaker is not muted. Using your turntable The top cover helps prevent dust from settling on your turntable. We recommend that use the top cover when you are playing records or when not using your turntable.
Page 12 NS-BTST21 Remove the tone arm-rest holder to release the tone arm. Lock catch Tone arm rest Push the tone arm lifter forward to raise the tone arm. Gently push the tone arm to the left over the turntable. Tone arm...
Page 13: Listening To Music Using Bluetooth Speakers
Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Push the tone arm lifter backward to lower the tone arm so that the stylus touches the record and starts to play. To pause or stop playing, push the tone arm lifter forward to raise the tone arm.
Page 14: Listening To Music Through The Rca Jacks
NS-BTST21 While searching, the Bluetooth indicator flashes red and blue. Bluetooth indicator When connected successfully, the Bluetooth indicator lights solid, and your turntable sounds a tone. Notes: • If your turntable fails to connect with your speaker, the Bluetooth indicator lights red.
Page 15: Replacing The Stylus (Part Number: Audio-Technica Atn3600L)
Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Toggle the Phono/Line switch to select the output mode. CONNECTED DEVICE SWITCH POSITION Device with PHONO input PHONO Device without PHONO LINE input Note: The volume knob doesn't adjust the volume of the external speaker when using the RCA cable. Replacing the stylus (Part number: Audio-Technica ATN3600L) The stylus should last about 300 hours under normal use.
Page 16: Adjusting The Anti-Skating Control
NS-BTST21 Push new stylus upwards until the tip locks into place. CAUTIONS: • Do not remove or bend the stylus. • Do not touch the needle to avoid injury your hand. • Keep out of reach of children. Adjusting the anti-skating control Anti-skating applies a small outward force to the tone arm, counteracting the tendency of the tone arm to move inward toward the center of the record.
Page 17: Cleaning Your Turntable
Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Cleaning your turntable • Only use a clean, dry cloth. • Never use chemicals, detergents, or abrasives. • When you're not using your turntable, place the dust cap under it to prevent dust or other dirt from getting onto your turntable. CAUTION: Do not spill any liquid on the turntable.This will damage your turntable.
Page 18: Bluetooth
NS-BTST21 Bluetooth PROBLEM SOLUTION My turntable won’t pair • Press and hold the (Bluetooth pairing) with a Bluetooth device. button for two seconds to make sure that your turntable is switched to transmitting mode. • Make sure that your Bluetooth speaker is turn on and in Bluetooth mode.
Page 19 Bluetooth Stereo Turntable Bluetooth Bluetooth version Bluetooth V5.0 Bluetooth supports 2.1+EDR, AFH, HFP, A2DP, ACRCP profiles Bluetooth frequency range 2.402GHz-2.480GHz Operating distance 33 ft. (10 m) www.insigniaproducts.com...
Page 20: Legal Notices
NS-BTST21 Legal notices FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product 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.
Page 21: One-Year Limited Warranty
Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts.
Page 22 NS-BTST21 • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply • Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product • Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” • Consumables, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C etc.) •...
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