Empire - Turntable GPO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Empire GPO

When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed including:

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should

be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3. Heed Instructions - All warnings on the product and in the operating

instructions should be adhered to

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

5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. 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 - Do not use this product near water-for

example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable surface.

The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product.

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

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10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for

ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. 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 operation instructions.

13. Power - Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so

that they are not likely to be trapped in any way.

14. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning

storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in

the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 7 07/12/2017 21:538

16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or

integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of re or electric shock.

17. 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 re or electric shock. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and on object lled with liquids such as a vase of ower, shall be placed on the apparatus.

18. Technical support – for any technical questions, please contact

Protelx Ltd on 0845 521 4095. If you require a refund or replacement, please contact the retailer that you purchased the unit from. Providing your product is within it’s warranty period, a replacement will be sent out to you, providing that this is a product fault and not user error.

22. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including ampliers) that produce heat. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 8 07/12/2017 21:539 PRECAUTIONS Safety Information-caution:

1. In order to shut off the power of this product completely, unplug the

power cord from the wall outlet. Be sure to unplug the unit if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time, such as on a vacation.

2. Use of controls, adjustments and performance of procedures other

than those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

3. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully

and do not use the product in defective states. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 9 07/12/2017 21:5310 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specied may result in hazardous radiation exposures. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKS - DO NOT OPEN! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied service personnel. The light ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. (See markings on the back of the unit.) GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 10 07/12/2017 21:5311 SAFETY CAUTION: The normal function of the product may be disturbed by strong Electro- Magnetic Interference. If so, simply reset the product to resume normal operation by following the instruction manual. In case the function could not resume, please use the product in other location. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 11 07/12/2017 21:5312 BEFORE USE

1. Choose unit installation location carefully. Avoid placing it in direct

sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, cold or moisture. Keep away from sources that hum, such as transformers or motors.

2. Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the

circuitry or electrical shock, if a foreign object should get into the set, contact your dealer.

3. Be sure not to handle record with dirty ngers. Never play a record

that has a crack on the surface.

4. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull

directly on the plug, never pull the cord.

5. To protect the stylus, don’t forget to put on the white protective

needle cover after use.

6. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might

damage the nish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

7. In order to shut off the power to this product completely, unplug the

power cord from the wall outlet. Be sure to unplug the unit if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time, such as a vacation.

8. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

1. Set a screwdriver at the tip of the stylus

and push down in the direction “A”.

2. Remove the stylus by pulling it forward

and down. Installing a new stylus

1. Hold the tip of the stylus and insert the

other edge by pressing in the direction “B”.

2. Push up in the direction “C” until it

locks at the tip. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 13 07/12/2017 21:5314 LAYOUTS

1. Stereo led indicator

2. Power led indicator

11. Tone arm rest and lock

17. Internal speaker on/off switch

PART I: MAIN FUNCTION

Connect the AC plug to the household outlet. RADIO FUNCTION

1. Rotate the POWER/VOLUME knob clockwise until hear a “click”

sound to turn on the unit. The Power led light indicator will lights up in Red color.

2. Select the AM or FM frequency by turning the FUNCTION

SELECTOR KNOB. The dial led light will lights up.

3. Select your desire radio station by tuning the DIAL KNOB.

1. Rotate the POWER/VOLUME knob clockwise until hear a “click”

sound to turn on the unit.

2. Select Phono by turning the FUNCTION SELECTOR KNOB

3. Put a record on the turntable. Remember to use the speed selector

to nd the right speed setting for your record.

4. Remove the white plastic needle cover. Keep the needle cover in a

safe and accessible place for future use.

6. Release the tone arm by unlock the tone arm lock.

7. Lift the tone arm by pushing back the lift lever backward.

8. Gentle moves the tone arm toward the turntable. Then, push forward

the lift lever, the tone arm will gently descend onto the record and start playback.

9. To pause or stop playing, you need to lift and move the tone arm

back to the tone arm rest manually. NOTE: You’re strongly recommended to play records with transparent dust cover closed. Also, please don’t place anything on top of dust cover especially playing a record. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 17 07/12/2017 21:5318 LINE OUT

1. Connect the RCA line out jacks to auxiliary input sockets of your

home amplier device. Make sure to match the socket colors with the jack colors.

2. Connect the unit’s power cord to the household outlet. Also, power

on your amplier device and adjust its volume level. LINE IN

1. Rotate the POWER/VOLUME knob clockwise until hear a “click”

sound to turn on the unit.

2. Select LINE IN by turning the FUNCTION SELECTOR KNOB.

3. Connect the RCA line out jacks to auxiliary input sockets of your

home amplier device. Make sure to match the socket colors with the jack colors. EARPHONE JACK To listen music from earphone/headphone, connect your earphone/ headphone into the earphone jack. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 18 07/12/2017 21:5319

EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK

To play with external speakers, connect the external speaker wires to the external speaker jack, which locate at the back of the unit

INTERNAL SPEAKER ON/OFF SWITCH

To select playback from internal speaker, slide the switch to “On” position.

WARNING! RISK OF HEARING DAMAGE

• Set a low volume on the playback device before you connect the headphones to the sound source.

• Avoid excessive volumes, particularly over extended periods or in the case of frequent use. Excessive volume can result in permanent hearing damage. RE-MARK: ERP2 mode: When the unit does not receive any Audio signal from Phono and Line-in in around 10 minutes, the unit will automatically enter standby mode. In order to re-activate the unit, please turn off the unit and turn on again to resume normal operation. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 19 07/12/2017 21:5320

Power does not come on when the unit is switch on. Unit is unplugged. Connect the unit to the AC power supply. No sound comes out of the speakers. The volume is turned down (to MIN). Adjust the volume. The input selector does not match the playback source. Re-select the desired input source. The sound is noisy. The unit is too close to a TV set or anoth- er similar appliance. Turn off the TV or other appliance, and relocate the unit. The unit has no response. External factors such as ESD (Electro-stat- ic discharge) affect the unit. Remove the power cord and all power supply device, then re-plug in the unit after one minute. PHONO PLAYER The sound is noisy when playing the record. The stylus is not placed in the middle center. Place the stylus in the middle center. The sound is noisy when used for a period of time. The stylus is dam- aged. Please change a new stylus. GPO_EMPIRE_Manual EU - Dec 2017_v1.indd 20 07/12/2017 21:5321 If you have tried our trouble shooting points and you are still having problems, please contact Protlex Ltd on the customer service line: