RP135W - Turntable Fenton - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Vinyl turntable with FM radio, CD player, USB, Bluetooth, USB recording
Brand	Fenton
Model	RP135W
Dimensions (approx.)	420 x 350 x 140 mm
Weight (approx.)	3.5 kg
Power supply	220-240 V AC, 50 Hz
Power consumption	30 W
Vinyl playback speeds	33 1/3 and 45 RPM
Main functions	Vinyl playback, FM radio (PLL), CD, USB, Bluetooth (reception), USB recording, AUX input, RCA output, headphone jack
USB recording	From vinyl, radio, CD, Bluetooth, AUX
Auto stop	Yes, selectable ON/OFF
Bluetooth transmission	No (reception only)
Included accessories	45 RPM adapter, power cable, manual
Care and cleaning	Use a dry cloth; do not use chemicals
Safety	Do not open the casing; avoid moisture; unplug before cleaning or during storms
Spare parts and repairability	Replaceable needle (standard ref.); repair by qualified technician
Operating temperature	5°C to 35°C
General information	Indoor use only; do not expose to rain

Frequently Asked Questions - RP135W Fenton

How to replace the turntable needle?

To remove the needle, place a screwdriver at the end of the stylus and push down, then pull forward. To install, insert the tip and push up until it locks. See the manual for diagrams.

How to record a vinyl to a USB flash drive?

Plug in a USB flash drive, set the device to PHONO mode, place the record, then press the REC button. The REC indicator lights up and recording starts. Press STOP to finish.

Why doesn't the platter spin?

Check that the tonearm lock is unlocked and the AUTO STOP switch is in the ON position. Make sure the speed selector is set to 33 or 45.

How to connect a phone via Bluetooth?

Press the function button until BT mode is selected (BT indicator flashes blue). On your phone, enable Bluetooth and search for "Fenton record player". Select it to pair. The indicator becomes solid blue.

Can I listen to FM radio without an antenna?

The FM antenna is built-in or supplied. Extend it for better reception. In radio mode, turn the tuning knob to search for stations.

How to play a CD?

Press the function button to select CD mode. Open the tray with OPEN/CLOSE, place the disc (label side up), close. Playback starts automatically.

What to do if auto stop does not work?

The AUTO STOP ON/OFF switch must be in the ON position. Some vinyls may not trigger auto stop at the end; in that case, set the switch to OFF or manually lift the tonearm.

How to use the AUX input?

Connect your device (smartphone, MP3 player) to the AUX IN jack with a 3.5 mm audio cable. Press the function button until AUX is displayed. Sound will play through the built-in speakers.

Can I connect external speakers?

Yes, use the RCA outputs (red and white jacks) on the back to connect an amplifier or active speakers. Make sure they are compatible.

How to clean the turntable?

Use a soft, dry cloth. Never use chemicals, alcohol, or aerosols. For the cartridge, an anti-static brush can be used carefully.

USER MANUAL RP135W Fenton

RP135W Record Player 60's

Ref. nr.: 102.119

Black rectangular electronic ticker with open lid and control knobs, no visible text or symbols on the device itself.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS

Congratulations to the purchase of this Fenton product. Please read this manual thoroughly prior to using the unit in order to benefit fully from all features.

Read the manual prior to using the unit. Follow the instructions in order not to invalidate the warranty. Take all precautions to avoid fire and/or electrical shock. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician in order to avoid electrical shock. Keep the manual for future reference.

• Prior to using the unit, please ask advice from a specialist. When the unit is switched on for the first time, some smell may occur. This is normal and will disappear after a while.
• The unit contains voltage carrying parts. Therefore do NOT open the housing.
• Do not place metal objects or pour liquids into the unit This may cause electrical shock and malfunction.
• Do not place the unit near heat sources such as radiators, etc. Do not place the unit on a vibrating surface. Do not cover the ventilation holes.
• The unit is not suitable for continuous use.
• Be careful with the mains lead and do not damage it. A faulty or damaged mains lead can cause electrical shock and malfunction.
• When unplugging the unit from a mains outlet, always pull the plug, never the lead.
• Do not plug or unplug the unit with wet hands.
• If the plug and/or the mains lead are damaged, they need to be replaced by a qualified technician.
• If the unit is damaged to such an extent that internal parts are visible, do NOT plug the unit into a mains outlet and DO NOT switch the unit on. Contact your dealer. Do NOT connect the unit to a rheostat or dimmer.
• To avoid fire and shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain and moisture.
• All repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician only.
• Connect the unit to an earthed mains outlet (220-240Vac/50Hz) protected by a 10-16A fuse.
• During a thunderstorm or if the unit will not be used for a longer period of time, unplug it from the mains. The rule is: Unplug it from the mains when not in use.
• If the unit has not been used for a longer period of time, condensation may occur. Let the unit reach room temperature before you switch it on. Never use the unit in humid rooms or outdoors.

• To prevent accidents in companies, you must follow the applicable guide lines and follow the instructions.

• Do not repeatedly switch the fixture on and off. This shortens the life time.

• Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Do not leave the unit unattended.
• Do not use cleaning sprays to clean switches. The residues of these sprays cause deposits of dust and grease. In case of malfunction, always seek advice from a specialist.
• Do not force the controls.
• This unit is with speaker inside which can cause magnetic field. Keep this unit at least 60cm away from computer or TV.
• If this product have a built-in lead-acid rechargeable battery. Please recharge the battery every 3 months if you are not going to use the product for a long period of time. Otherwise the battery may be permanently damaged.
• If the battery is damaged please replace with same specifications battery. And dispose the damaged battery environment friendly.
• If the unit has fallen, always have it checked by a qualified technician before you switch the unit on again.
• Do not use chemicals to clean the unit. They damage the varnish. Only clean the unit with a dry cloth.
• Keep away from electronic equipment that may cause interference.
• Only use original spares for repairs, otherwise serious damage and/or dangerous radiation may occur.
• Switch the unit off prior to unplugging it from the mains and/or other equipment. Unplug all leads and cables prior to moving the unit.
• Make sure that the mains lead cannot be damaged when people walk on it. Check the mains lead before every use for damages and faults!
• The mains voltage is 220-240Vac/50Hz. Check if power outlet match. If you travel, make sure that the mains voltage of the country is suitable for this unit.
• Keep the original packing material so that you can transport the unit in safe conditions.

This mark attracts the attention of the user to high voltages that are present inside the housing and that are of sufficient magnitude to cause a shock hazard.

This mark attracts the attention of the user to important instructions that are contained in the manual and that he should read and adhere to.

The unit has been certified CE. It is prohibited to make any changes to the unit. They would invalidate the CE certificate and their guarantee!

NOTE: To make sure that the unit will function normally, it must be used in rooms with a temperature between 5^ C/41°F and 35^ C/95°F.

Electric products must not be put into household waste. Please bring them to a recycling centre. Ask your local authorities or your dealer about the way to proceed. The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself. This would invalid your warranty. Do not make any changes to the unit. This would also invalid your warranty. The warranty is not applicable in case of accidents or damages caused by inappropriate use or disrespect of the warnings contained in this manual. Fenton cannot be held responsible for personal injuries caused by a disrespect of the safety recommendations and warnings. This is also applicable to all damages in whatever form.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTION

CAUTION! Immediately upon receiving the product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damage from shipping or the package itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the package and all packing materials. In the event that the product must be returned to the factory, it is important that the product be returned in the original factory box and packing.

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

OVERVIEW

1. Tuning knob

2. USB port

3. Standby indicator

4. Standby button

5. Function button

6. PREV button

7. NEXT button

8. PLAY/PAUSE button

9. STOP button

10. REC button

11. BT indicator

12. REC indicator

13. OPEN/CLOSE button

14. Volume control knob

15. Antenna

16. Headphone port

17. AUX IN socket

18. RCA output socket to connect external speakers(with power amplifier built-in)

19. Power ON/OFF switch

20. DC IN jack

21. 45RPM adaptor

22. Turntable platter

23. Speed selector

24. Tonearm

25. AUTO STOP ON/OFF Switch

26. Tone Arm Lock

27. Cartridge/needle

LISTEN TO FM RADIO

- Press standby button [4] and the default mode is FM radio mode.

- Rotate the tuning knob [1] to search for the FM radio station manually.

- Press the button [8] for 2 seconds to search stations and save stations with name P01, P02, etc.

- Press buttons [6] [7] to switch between saved stations.

Recording

Plug in the USB drive to the USB port [2] at the front of the unit; press the REC button [10], the REC indicator [12] will light up and the letters USB becomes flashing on the display and the radio program will be recorded into USB drive; press the STOP button [9] to save the recorded file and stop recording.

PLAYING A CD

• Press the function button [5] to enter into the CD mode; press OPEN/CLOSE button [13] to open the disc tray, place disc label side up on the tray, press OPEN/CLOSE button [13] to close the tray; the disc will start playing once loaded.
  • To pause playback press the PLAY/PAUSE button [8], to continue playback press PLAY/PAUSE button [8] again.
• To stop playback press STOP button [9].
  • To skip backwards through tracks, press PREV button [6] . To skip forwards through tracks press NEXT button [7] .

Recording

There are two ways to record CD via USB:

1. Recording of one track

• Press the REC button [10], the REC indicator [12] will light up, on the display, REC will appear and then ONE will appear
• Press the REC button [10] to confirm the recording.
• Press the NEXT button [7] to select the song to be recorded.
• Press the REC button [10] to confirm the selection. The single song recording will automatically end up when that song playback is finished. During recording, you can also press STOP button [9] to stop the recording.

2. Recording of all music tracks:

• Press the REC button [10], the REC indicator [12] will light up, on the display, REC will appear and then ONE will appear.
• Press the NEXT button [7] and then ALL will appear on the display.
• Press the REC button [10] to start recording. During recording, you can also press STOP button [9] to stop the recording.

PLAYING FROM USB DRIVE

• Press the function button [5] to enter into the USB mode; it will play automatically when the USB drive is plugged in.
  • To pause playback press the PLAY/PAUSE button [8], to continue playback press PLAY/PAUSE button [8] again.
• To stop playback press STOP button [9].
• To skip forwards through tracks press NEXT button [7]. If the playback time of current song is more than 3 second, press PREV button [6] once to the beginning of current song and press PREV button [6] twice to the previous song.

PLAYING A VINYL RECORD

• Before playing a record please unlatch the Tone Arm Lock [26] and remove the cartridge protector from the cartridge/needle.
• Press the function button [5] to enter into the PHONO mode; place the record on the turntable [22], select the speed required using the Speed Selector [23], then gently place the needle on the record, the turntable will start spinning when AUTO STOP switch is ON position.
• Besides the Speed selector, there is a AUTO STOP ON/OFF Switch [25] besides the Speed selector [23]. If the AUTO STOP ON/OFF Switch is turned ON, the record will stop automatically when finished (For some few vinyl records, it will stop when it does not come to the end or it will not stop when it comes to the end). If Auto Stop Control is turned OFF, record will NOT stop automatically when finished.
• Press the REC button[10], the REC indicator [12] will light up and the letters USB becomes flashing and the vinyl records will be recorded into USB drive; press the STOP button [9] to save the recorded file and stop recording.

LISTEN TO AN EXTERNAL SOURCE

• To listen to an external source, such as an MP3 player or smartphone, connect a suitable cable (3.5mm jack to 3.5mm jack) to the AUX IN socket [17] at the back of this unit, and press the function button [5] to enter into the AUX in mode.
• Press the REC button[10], the REC indicator [12] will light up and the letters USB becomes flashing and the external sources will be recorded into USB drive; press the STOP button [9] to save the recorded file and stop recording.

PLAYING VIA BT

• Press the function button [5] to enter into the BT mode.
• The BT indicator [11] will become blue colour with flashing.
• Turn on your BT function on your mobile phone or tablet PC and then search the music center with its name Fenton record player. After pairing and connection, the BT indicator [11] will become blue colour without flashing, and you can play your music of your mobile phone or tablet PC on this music center.
• Press the REC button [10], the REC indicator [12] will light up and the letters USB becomes flashing and the wireless music will be recorded into USB drive; press the STOP button [9] to save the recorded file and stop recording.

Noted: This device does not have a BT transmitter, this means that it is not possible to send sound via BT to, for example, a BT speaker

When the unit is used as a BT speaker, all other playback functions cannot be used at the same time.

HOW TO REPLACE THE NEEDLE

To replace the needle, please refer to the instructions below.

Removing the needle from the cartridge

• Place a screwdriver at the tip of the stylus and push downward as shown in direction "A".
• Remove the stylus by pulling the stylus forward and pushing downward.

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Guide Pins(inside)

Installing the Stylus

• Hold the tip of the stylus and insert the stylus by pressing as shown in direction "B".
• Push the stylus upward as in direction "C" until the stylus locks into the tip position.

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Guide Pins(inside)

• Press the function button [5] to enter into the BT mode.
• The BT indicator [11] will become blue colour with flashing.
• Turn on your BT function on your mobile phone or tablet PC and then search the music center with its name Fenton record player. After pairing and connection, the BT indicator [11] will become blue colour without flashing, and you can play your music of your mobile phone or tablet PC on this music center.
• Press the REC button [10], the REC indicator [12] will light up and the letters USB becomes flashing and the wireless music will be recorded into USB drive; press the STOP button [9] to save the recorded file and stop recording.

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Guide Pins(inside)

Close-up of a mechanical component with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a mechanical component with labeled parts C and B, showing a lever mechanism (no text or symbols beyond labels)

Guide Pins(inside)

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Guide Pins(inside)

TUNING USD STANDBY 0° REC VOLUME STANDBY FUNCTION 5 7 9 11 12 PIN MAX 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14

ANT ON AUX IN R L OUT POWER DC LIV ON QF 15 16 17 18 19 20

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION / TECHNISCHE SPECIFICATIE / TECHNISCHE DATEN / ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS / SPÉCIFICATIONS TECHNIQUES

Rated voltage : AC 100-240V 50-60Hz via 12Volt adapter

Output Power : 100Watt

Dimensions per unit : 361 x 262 x 465mm

Weight (per unit) : 5.4kg

The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

The products referred to in this manual conform to the European Community Directives to which they are subject:

European Union

Tronios B.V.,

7602KR Almelo, The Netherlands

2014/35/EU

2014/30/EU

2011/65/EC

2014/53/EU

United Kingdom

Tronios Ltd.

130 Harley Street,

London W1G 7JU, United Kingdom

S.I. 2016:1101

S.I. 2016:1091

S.I. 2012:3032

S.I. 2017:1206

Specifications and design are subject to change without prior notice.

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