TANLANIN TE-2026 - Record Player / Turntable Manual

Instructions Before Start

Read the manual before using this product. Keep these instructions for future reference.

About Records

1. Never use a record with cracks or warps.
2. Never use a record that is cracked or warped, as this may cause extreme wear and destruction of the needle.
3. Never use unusual play methods such as scratching. This unit is not designed for such playback.
4. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, high temperature or high humidity. This may cause warping or deformation. When holding the record, hold only the label or the outer edge.
5. Do not touch the record groove. Dust and fingerprints may cause distortion of the sound. Care of the record
6. Use a special record cleaner and cleaner solution (sold separately). Wipe the record cleaner in a circular motion along the record groove.

About USB/TF cards that can be used with this unit

1. The file format that can be played by this unit is WAV/MP3 format (extension: .wav/.mp3) only. USB in FAT/FAT32 format only.
2. This product is not compatible with USB hubs.
3. When a large capacity USB flash drive or TF card is connected, it may take some time to load the file.
4. Press and hold the Pause/Play/DEL button on the unit to erase the files stored in the USB flash drive/TF card one by one.
5. It is recommended that you make a backup of your files beforehand to prevent them from being erased unexpectedly by pressing the Pause/Play button on the panel.

About Bluetooth

1. The Bluetooth devices used in this unit use the same frequency band (2.4GHz) as wireless LAN devices (IEEE802.11b/g/n), so if they are used near each other, they may interfere with each other, resulting in reduced communication speed or connection failure. In this case, please use it as far away as possible (about 10m).
2. We do not guarantee the connection with all Bluetooth devices.
3. Also, depending on the conditions, it may take some time to connect.

Introduction

Main features

• 3 speed turntable plays 33 1/3, 78, and 45 rpm records;
• Auto stop function
• Supports Bluetooth Input
• Aux In 3.5mm audio input
• All-in-one LED control panel
• Built-in stereo speakers
• USB/TF card recording
• USB/TF card playback
• RCA stereo audio outputs

Accessories Includes

• 45 rpm adapter
• 2x Stylus(one installed)
• AC/DC power adapter
• 7-inch Turntable mat
• User's quick guide
• User's manual

Received a defective device?

Notice:
The gap between the case and the spinning mechanism is for vibration-absorbing, it's a commonly used design for starter turntable, which could be considered being defective mistakenly.
Please use below contact Customer Service.
e-mail: support25@163.com

PARTS ILLUSTRATION

1. Turntable Platter
2. Turntable spindle
3. 45 RPM adaptor
4. Tone arm lift lever
5. Tone arm holder
6. Auto stop ON/OFF switch
7. Tone arm
8. Speed selection switch
9. Power ON-OFF/Volumebutton
10. Headphone jack
11. Stylus
12. USB connector
13. TF connector
14. Modes select key/Record button
15. Next music track
16. Pause and Play switch and DEL button
17. Previous music track
18. LED Display
19. Aux in jack

Rear Inputs

Connecting the main unit to Power

1. Plug the power cord into the DC Input on the back of the unit.
2. Then plug the USB side into a the DC adapter included.
3. Plug in the adapter into the Standard wall power outlet.

Priority for Bluetooth and AUX Conenction

You can control the playback of music from an external device(via AUX) by pressing the " Next Track", " Pause/Play", and "Previous Track" buttons on the unit

Priority Note:

1. The AUX-IN (audio input) and USB memory/TF card playback have priority. If the AUX-IN (audio input) terminal is used to connect an external device, the connection to the AUX-IN (audio input) takes priority over the connection to the USB memory stick/TF card.
2. The connection to the external device (cable, USB memory stick, or TF card) takes priority over the connection to the DEFINED (Audio Input).
3. If a cable, USB memory stick, or TF card is plugged into the AUX-IN (audio input), this connection will take priority and you will not hear the Bluetooth connection sound.
4. If you are already connected to another external device, you cannot connect to the new external device. In this case, please disconnect the Bluetooth connection with other external devices. The Bluetooth connection distance is up to about 10 meters.

Playing a Record

It is recommended that you use extreme care when manipulating the tone arm, stylus, and other components of this turntable. These parts are very sensitive and can easily break or become damaged if they are carelessly handled.

1. Turn the the Power ON/OFF volume button clockwise till the LED display lights up, if not, check the power and adapter.
2. Remove the shroud that protects the stylus, and release the lock that holds the Tone Arm in it's resting position.
   
3. Before use, turn the turntable clockwise about 10 times by hand to make sure there is no belt shift or kinks from the pulleys.
4. Select the correct turntable speed based on the type of record you wish to play, and place the record on the turntable. If you are playing a 45 rpm record, use the included adapter and place it between the turntable and the record.
   
5. Use the Tone Arm Lift Switch to raise the Tone Arm from its catch.
6. Using your hand, gently swing the Tone Arm into the desired location over the record. The turntable will start spinning as the Tone Arm is moved into position.
7. Use the Tone Arm Lift Switch to safely lower the stylus onto the record.
   Using the Lift Switch instead of your hand will reduce the chance of accidentally damaging the record or the stylus.
8. Slide the Auto Stop Switch to ON to enable the Auto Stop feature. When the record is finished playing, it will automatically stop the turntable. Use the Lift Switch to raise the stylus off of the record, and gently return the Tone Arm to the catch by hand.

Note:
Some records place their Auto Stop area outside of the range of this unit. In these cases, the record will stop playing before the last track is reached. Set the Auto Stop Switch to OFF and use the Tone Arm Lift Switch to safely raise the stylus off the record when the end of the record has been reached.

Pairing with Bluetooth

1. Set the auto-stop to "ON" and short press "M" button on the control panel to switch mode to "bt" on the display.
2. Using the controls on your Bluetooth device, search for and select "BLTD"in your Bluetooth settings to pair. If your device requests a password, enter the default password "0 0 0 0" and press OK.
3. When successfully paired and connected, an audible chime will sound. After initial pairing, the unit will stay paired unless unpaired manually by the user or erased due to a reset of the device. If your device should become unpaired or you find it is unable to connect, repeat the above steps.
4. Play, pause or skip a selected track using the controls on the connected Bluetooth Device or the controls on the turntable.

On an iPhone

• Go to SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH Search for devices (Make sure Bluetooth is turned ON)
  

On an Android Phone

• Go to SETTINGS > BLUETOOTH Search for devices (Make sure Bluetooth is turned ON)
  

USB Recording

NOTE:

• Recording ONLY support USB in FAT/FAT32 format, and save as WAV. files.
• MAKE A COPY and formating USB flash drive (if in exFAT or NTFS format ) into FAT/FAT32 format.

1. Insert your USB/TF card into the USB/TF slot. Press and hold the "M" button for 3 seconds till the display shows "rEC", you will hear one time beep sound and it begins to recording meanwhile the display shows the time counting of the recording.
2. Stop recording. Press and hold the "M" button for few seconds, the recording will stop(display will show "STOP") and save the recorded audio automatically to USB or TF card as the last song, then you can plug out the USB device.
3. Find below files on your computer for one recorded song, and repeat steps 1-2 above if you want the other recordings.
   

• Make sure that the USB memory / TF card you use has enough space.
• For recording, press "M" Mode switching / recording button at the start and end of each song.
• This unit does not have a function to automatically separate songs, the recording from the start to the end is recorded as one file. (Please note that it will not be individual data for each song)
• Never remove the USB memory / TF card while recording. If you remove it, the recorded data may be damaged.

RCA Connecting to External Systems

RCA Audio Output
Requires RCA audio cables (red/white, not included). Use to connect the turntable to an external stereo, television, or other source.

1. Connect RCA audio cables to the RCA Audio Output on the back of the turntable, and to the audio input of an external stereo system.
   
2. Adjust the external stereo system to accept input from the turntable.
3. Audio played through the turntable will now be heard through the connected stereo system.

AUX IN Connecting to Audio Source

Requires 3.5 mm audio input cable (not included).
Note: When the Source selector is set to Aux In, When a 3.5mm audio cable is plugged into the unit, it will automatically detect the input and power ON in Aux In mode.

1. Plug a 3.5 mm audio input cable into the Aux In on the unit and the audio output/headphone output on an MP3 Player or other audio source.
   
2. Use the controls on your connected music player to select and play audio.
3. Audio played through the connected device will now be heard through the speakers.

HOW TO REPLACE THE NEEDLE

The durability time of the recoil needle is about 200-250 hours. Replace the needle if necessary.
The stylus needle is universal type and purchasable on Amazon.com.

Remove the Needle

1. Gently pull down the front edge of the needle.
   
2. Pull needle forward.
   
3. Pull out and remove.
   

Installing Needle

1. Position the needle with its tip facing down.
   
2. Line up the back of the needle with the cartridge.
   
3. Insert the needle with its front end at a downward angle and gently lift the front of the needle upward until it snaps into place.
   

Troubleshooting

There is no power

• Power adaptor is not connected correctly.
• No power at the power outlet.
• Use the wrong adapter instead of he original one included.
• Power button is not turned on, turn the volume/ON/OFF button clockwise to turn on.

My record is skipping

• Use the tone arm lift raise up and down the arm for 10 times before initial spinning.
• Change vinyl records or clean the vinyl records grooves properly.
• The needle is not in the middle of the stylus or broken, replace it.
• Put the record player on the flat surface with 4 legs/corners on the ground.
• The white stylus protector is till on.

Power is on but the platter does not turn

• Turntable drive belt has slipped off.
• An aux in cable is plugged into the aux in jack, unplug it.
• Bluetooth is connected, disconnect it and reset the mode to "PHO"

Turntable is spinning, but no sound, or not loud enough

• Volume is too low, turn it clockwise to volume up.
• Stylus protector is still on.
• Tone arm is lift up by the lever.
• Volume is not loud enough or not good: connect to the external powered speakers.

USB Recording not working

• USB is not formatted in FAT/FAT32
• USB flash drive has little room for storage
• USB is pulled out when recording is going.
• User didn't long press"M" till enter into recording mode.

Specifications

Product Name	Vintage Suitcase Bluetooth Turntable Record Player
Speaker Driver	5W *2
Dimension	L14.1" x D11.22''x H4.9''(L360 x D285 x H125mm)
Power	DC5V 1A
Input Connections supported	1 x 3.5mm Aux jack 1 x Bluetooth input 1 x USB slot 1 x SD/TF slot
Power Output	5 Watts
Power Input:	5V/1A
3 Speeds	33; 45; 78 rpm

Documents / Resources

References

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