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European Audio Team
C-Major Turntable
Version 2.0

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  • Page 1 European Audio Team C-Major Turntable Version 2.0...
  • Page 2 Please contact your dealer if you require additional assistance. The C-Major incorporates an array of features that contribute to its audiophile performance: 1. Proprietary ultra low noise AC motor and high precision frequency DC-driven AC generator for speed stability.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The following accessories are in the box: Dust Cover Record Clamp Vinyl Stabilizer and 45 RPM Adaptor 1 mm Allen key for the uni-pivot locking screw 1.5 mm Allen key for azimuth set screws 2 mm Allen key for VTA setting screws and tone arm lift 3 mm Allen key Counter Weight and additional Insert for Counter Weight 6 Anti-skating sliding mechanism, support rod, and thread...

  • Page 4: Packaging Layout

    Packaging Layout Dustcover Please do your part to help protect the environment: Disposal of packaging material E.A.T. packaging is carefully designed to protect your component from damage in transit and you are strongly urged to keep the original packaging in order to safely ship or otherwise transport your turntable in the future.

  • Page 5: Product Illustrations And Key

    Key: Controls, Features and Connections 1. ON/OFF switch 2. Platter with bonded vinyl mat 3. Record clamp 4. Tonearm counterweight 5. Tonearm lift lever 6. Tonearm rest 7. Headshell with finger lift 8. Anti-skating mechanism 9. Floating sub-chassis 10. RCA output with earth connection 11.

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup 1. Transport screws Remove the three transport screws (15) from the carbon part of the chassis before installing the sub-platter (14), the drive belt (13) and the platter (2). The transport screws are used to ensure safe shipping and transport, and should be reinstalled prior to any future shipment or transportation of the turntable.

  • Page 8: Platter Installation

    Platter installation Install the platter (2) on the sub-platter (14). 3a. Adjusting the pulley height In rare instances, you may have to adjust the pulley height if it taps against the platter: Carefully remove record clamp, platter and drive belt from the turntable.Using a small flathead screwdriver, loosen the small screw and move the pulley to the desired position.

  • Page 9: Cartridge Assembly

    4.1 Cartridge installation* If you purchased this turntable in a package that included the cartridge, this has already been done for you. Install the cartridge into the aluminum headshell, using the appropriate hardware included with your cartridge. Connect the cartridge as indicated below: •...

  • Page 10: Vertical Tracking Force Setting (Vtf)

    4.3 Vertical Tracking Force setting (VTF) Before setting the Vertical Tracking Force, confirm the exact weight of your cartridge. Depending on your cartridge weight, determine whether to use the counterweight with or without the additional insert, in accordance with the specifications above. Pushing carefully, turn the counterweight onto the rear end of the counterweight support rod as shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 11: Vertical Tracking Angle Setting (Vta)

    4.5 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 tube of the tonearm should be parallel to the surface of the record.

  • Page 12: Anti-Skating Assembly And Adjustment

    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 •...
  • Page 13 Step 4: Put the anti-skating sliding mechanism on the end of the anti-skating support rod. The anti-skating thread should fit into the groove in the tonearm. Be careful when handing the anti-skating thread in order to avoid damaging it. Anti-skating force adjustment: Step 5: Adjust the anti-skating force by positioning the weight on the appropriate groove of the anti-skating sliding mechanism.

  • Page 14: Leveling The Turntable

    Leveling the turntable Three precision adjustable damped feet are mounted under the turntable for leveling the turntable. Once the turntable is in final position, put the supplied spirit level on the carbon fiber sub-chassis, and then level the turntable by screwing or unscrewing the feet as needed.

  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications E.A.T. C-Major Model C-Major 33/45 rpm, Manual Speed Change Nominal speed Speed variance 33rpm: ± < 0.09%, 45rpm: ± < 0.10% Wow and flutter 33rpm: ± < 0.05%, 45rpm: ± < 0.05% S/N Ratio (mechanical noise): - 40 dB...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting And Warranty Info

    E.A.T. European Audio Team is a Registered Trademark of Jozefina Lichtenegger. The contents of the USA version of this manual are Copyright © 6/2016. VANA. Ltd based on original copyright material from EAT.

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