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European Audio Team
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
E.A.T. E-Flat

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  • Page 1 European Audio Team INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE E.A.T. E-Flat...
  • Page 2 Please take the time to read this manual carefully to ensure that you obtain the ultimate performance from your E.A.T. E-Flat. The tips contained within will ensure that your E-Flat’s condition will remain like new for many years to come! Please contact your dealer, should you require further assistance in setting up and maintaining your new turntable.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Product illustrations and key Setup 1. Protective covers, sub-platter and drive belt installation 2. Platter installation 3. Tonearm assembly a) Tonearm installation b) Cartridge installation c) Vertical Tracking Force setting (VTF) d) Tonearm output connection e) Vertical Tracking Angle setting (VTA) f) Anti-skating assembly and adjustment 4.
  • Page 5 KEY: CONTROLS, FEATURES AND CONNECTIONS 1. Platter with bonded vinyl mat 2. Record clamp 3. Chassis 4. Tonearm counterweight 5. Tonearm lift lever 6. Tonearm rest 7. RCA output 8. Power supply connector 9. Anti-skating mechanism 10. Headshell with finger lift 11.

  • Page 6: Protective Covers, Sub-Platter And Drive Belt Installation

    SETUP 1. Protective covers, sub-platter and drive belt installation The main bearing shaft (18) and housing in the sub-platter (13) are protected by special plastic covers. These covers shield against dust and dirt and keep the bearing shaft and housing sufficiently lubricated.

  • Page 7: Platter Installation

    2. Platter installation Tha platter (1) has a threaded shaft for the record clamp (2). To install the platter on the sub- platter, first screw the record clamp onto the platter. Once you have screwed the record clamp onto the platter, double-check to make sure that the clamp is holding the platter securely.

  • Page 8: Tonearm Assembly

    3. Tonearm assembly See the next steps to set up your tonearm.

  • Page 9: A) Tonearm Installation

    a) Tonearm installation Carefully remove the tonearm from separate packaging and install it on the turntable as shown in the following illustrations. Screw the tonearm connector on the top of the tonearm. Take care about correct position of connector’s pins.

  • Page 10: B) Cartridge Installation

    L- For correct cartridge alignment, use the two-point cartridge alignment protractor provided with your E-Flat accessories. If unfamiliar with two-point setup, please refer to your dealer. c) Vertical Tracking Force setting (VTF) Before setting the Vertical Tracking Force, confirm the exact weight of your cartridge.

  • Page 11: D) Tonearm Output Connection

    d) Tonearm output connection Connect the tonearm cable provided with the accessories to the RCA connectors that is located at the rear of the turntable, behind the tonearm. e) Vertical Tracking Angle setting (VTA) To set the Vertical Tracking Angle, first put a record on the platter. When the needle is lowered into the record groove, the flat tonearm should be parallel to the surface of the record.

  • Page 12: F) Anti-Skating Assembly And Adjustment

    f) Anti-skating assembly and adjustment The anti-skating mechanism is shipped partially disassembled to avoid damage during transport. For correct installation, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Prepare all parts supplied from the accessories bag: • Anti-skating sliding mechanism with anti-skating weight and thread for mounting on the tonearm •...
  • Page 13 Step 3: The anti-skating sliding mechanism is supplied with a pre-mounted anti-skating weight and anti- skating thread. Put the eye of the anti-skating thread around the hole for the HOOK SCREW and screw the HOOK SCREW into the tonearm through the eye of the anti-skating thread as shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 14: Leveling The Turntable

    Step 5: Anti-skating force adjustment: Adjust the anti-skating force by positioning the weight on the appropriate groove of the anti- skating sliding mechanism. Anti-skating downforce should be adjusted in correspondence with the tonearm downforce as follows: Tonearm downforce: Anti-skating groove: Lower than 13 mN or 1.3 grams groove from bearing 13–18 mN or 1.3–1.8 grams...

  • Page 15: Using The Record Clamp, Starting The Motor, Changing The Speed

    5. Using the clamp, starting the motor, changing the speed Using the clamp – after placing a record on the platter, place the record clamp on the spindle and record. Do not screw down the clamp for playback – this function of the clamp is used only when removing or replacing the platter.

  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    6. Technical Specifications E.A.T. E-Flat Model E-Flat Nominal speed 33/45 rpm, driven by microprocessor, lighted control buttons Speed variance 33rpm: ± < 0.08%, 45rpm: ± < 0.09% Wow and flutter 33rpm: ± < 0.01%, 45rpm: ± < 0.01% Signal to noise...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting, Warranty, Service

    Troubleshooting The platter doesn’t turn although the unit is switched on: • The unit is not connected to the mains power supply (the building’s electrical system). • No mains power is being delivered at the socket. • The drive belt is not fitted properly or has slipped off. No signal through one or both channels: •...

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