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AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Professional USB and Analog Turntable System
Installation and Operation Pages 2-10
AT-LP120-USB
Système de tourne-disque USB professionnel à
entraînement direct
Installation et utilisation Pages 11-20
AT-LP120-USB
Sistema tocadiscos USB profesional con
accionamiento directo
Instalación y funcionamiento Páginas 21-30

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  • Page 1 AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Professional USB and Analog Turntable System Installation and Operation Pages 2-10 AT-LP120-USB Système de tourne-disque USB professionnel à entraînement direct Installation et utilisation Pages 11-20 AT-LP120-USB Sistema tocadiscos USB profesional con accionamiento directo Instalación y funcionamiento Páginas 21-30...
  • Page 2 Audacity recording software for MAC with the manufacturer’s instructions. or PC; an integral dual-magnet Audio-Technica phono cartridge; a USB 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, cable and adapter cables. The turntable also offers a built-in switchable stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 3 English Main Features Figure 1 POWER DIAL 11. DIRECTION BUTTON Controls power to the unit. Controls platter’s rotational direction: F – Forward (clockwise) START/STOP BUTTON R – Reverse (counter-clockwise) Engages and disengages the motor/platter. 12. PITCH ADJUST SLIDE CONTROL PLATTER SPEED BUTTONS Use in conjunction with pitch button (15) to vary the platter’s Select 33 or 45 RPM platter speed.
  • Page 4 Tone Arm Assembly Diagram Figure 2 18. HEADSHELL Standard, interchangeable stereo cartridge headshell. 19. HEADSHELL LOCKING RING Rotate counter-clockwise (to the left) to draw the inserted headshell firmly into its seated, locked position. Rotate the ring a full turn to the right to permit removal of the headshell. 20.
  • Page 5 [Figure 2, page 4, #27]; the The AT-LP120-USB requires some assembly before first use. counterweight will engage the spiral groove in the rear arm IMPORTANT: Do not connect the AC power cord until assembly is section and move forward.
  • Page 6 (which turns independently of the counterweight) until the “0” on the gauge ring * When using either cable adapter, always set the AT-LP120-USB lines up with the centerline marked along the top of the rear arm.
  • Page 7 English Operation For best results, do not install or operate this unit near conditions of Checking and Adjusting Pitch heat, moisture, dust, or heavy vibrations. (Note: Bright fluorescent lights If desired, select a +/– 10% or +/– 20% pitch adjustment range by may affect the visibility of the speed-indicating strobe dots.
  • Page 8 Gently push the stylus onto the cartridge body, being careful not to damage the stylus. The stylus assembly should click into place. The AT-LP120-USB comes supplied with a high-quality Audio-Technica AT95E cartridge. The stylus should be replaced with a genuine Replace the headshell assembly on the tone arm and secure with Audio-Technica ATN95E stylus.
  • Page 9 English Troubleshooting Turntable operates but emits no sound or not enough sound. Record sounds too fast or too slow. The stylus guard is still in place. Remove the stylus guard. Turntable is set for wrong speed. Make proper speed selection for record type being played with platter speed buttons.
  • Page 10 Specifications † Turntable Specifications Cartridge Specifications (AT95E) Type 3-Speed, fully manual operation Frequency response 20 – 20,000 Hz Motor DC motor Channel separation >20 dB at 1 kHz Drive method Direct drive Vertical tracking force 1.5 – 2.5 grams Speeds 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM Stylus construction Bonded round shank...
  • Page 11 One-Year Limited Warranty Audio-Technica brand products purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one year from date of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A. T .U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.
  • Page 12 Audio-Technica AT-LP60-USB, AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB & AT-LP1240-USB Turntables Software Guide...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Contents A note about software A note about software ....................... 2 Your Audio-Technica AT-LP60-USB, AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB or AT-LP1240-USB System requirements ......................2 turntable is supplied with Audacity recording software for your convenience. Please note Installing Audacity software for Mac OSX and above ........... 3 that other third-party recording software packages are also compatible with this turntable.

  • Page 14: Installing Audacity Software For Mac Osx And Above

    Installing Audacity software for MAC OSX and above Typical connection for: 1. Before installing software, assemble the turntable, following directions in the Speakers with 3.5 mm included Owners Manual. stereo input 2. Plug the AC cord on your turntable into an AC power outlet. (using adapter cable) 3.

  • Page 15: Setting Up Your Mac (Osx And Above) To Work With Your Usb Turntable

    Setting up your MAC (OSX and above) to work with your USB Turntable 1. Open the Audacity program. 3. Select Audio I/O tab at the top left. • Under Playback, Device, select Built-in Audio. 2. Select Preferences from the Audacity menu. •...
  • Page 16 Setting up your MAC (OSX and above) to work with your USB Turntable 4. Next, select Quality tab at the top. 5. Next, from the main Audacity window, select the drop-down box (arrow pointing • Default Sample Rate: 44100 down) next to the microphone at the right side of your screen. •...

  • Page 17: Additional Mac Audio Settings

    Additional MAC audio settings We have set the Audacity playback and record settings. Now it’s time to set the separate Macintosh audio playback and record settings. 1. Go to Applications > Utilities > then select and open Audio MIDI Setup. 2.

  • Page 18: Installing Audacity Software For Pc

    Installing Audacity software for PC 4. If you have external self-powered speakers, make certain they are plugged into 1. Before installing software, assemble the turntable, following directions in the your computer’s audio input or into the line-out RCA plugs of the USB turntable, and included Owners Manual.

  • Page 19: Setting Up Your Pc (With Windows Xp) To Work With Your Usb Turntable

    Setting up your PC (with Windows XP) to work with your USB Turntable 1. Close programs operating on your computer. • Select (double-click) Sounds and Audio Devices. Start menu > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices • Begin at your Start menu.
  • Page 20 3. The following screen will pop up: 4. Select the Voice tab. • In the Voice playback area of the window, select your computer’s internal sound card (not USB Audio CODEC; Microsoft Sound Mapper). • In the Voice recording area of the window, select USB Audio CODEC.
  • Page 21 Setting up your PC (with Windows XP) to work with your USB Turntable 5. Next, select the Audio tab. • In the Sound playback area of the window, select your computer’s internal sound card. • In the Sound recording area of the window, select USB Audio CODEC.

  • Page 22: Setting Up Your Pc (With Windows Vista Or Windows 7) To Work With Your Usb Turntable

    Setting up your PC (with Windows Vista or Windows 7) to work with your USB Turntable Start menu > Control Panel > Sound. 3. Select the Recording tab. Make sure that the USB Audio CODEC is set as the Begin at your Start menu. Select Control Panel (classic view). default recording device.
  • Page 23 Setting up your PC (with Windows Vista or Windows 7) to work with your USB Turntable Select the Playback tab. Select your internal sound card speakers (these are usually the first listed). Click Apply; then click OK. Close your Control Panel.

  • Page 24: Setting Up Your Pc To Work With Audacity

    Setting up your PC to work with Audacity 1. Launch the Audacity program from your Start menu. 3. Select Audio I/O tab at the top left. • Under Playback, Device, select your internal sound card. 2. Select Preference from the Edit tab in the Audacity Menu. •...
  • Page 25 Setting up your PC to work with Audacity 4. Next, select Quality tab at the top. 5. Next, from the main Audacity window, select the drop-down box (arrow • Default Sample Rate: 44100 pointing down) next to the microphone near the middle of your screen. •...

  • Page 26: Recording Albums With Audacity

    Recording Albums with Audacity To get started with Audacity, follow the instructions below. For in-depth information How to record on recording and saving projects, please visit the on-line Audacity manual at http:// • Set your USB turntable up to play the song or album you want to record. audacity.sourceforge.net/manual-1.2/index.html Saving a project •...
  • Page 27 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224 (330) 686-2600 audio-technica.com ©2011 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. P52251-02...

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