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Preface Layout features of this operating manual This operating manual outlines proper and • Various items in the operating manual are provided with safe • set layout features. This enables you to determine easily whether the item is Use of your record player, referred to below as "record player"...
Connecting the record player ........15 Contents Connection to the amplifier ..........16 Connection to the computer .......... 16 Important notes for users in the U.K ........ 4 Mains connection ............16 Mains plug ..............4 How to set the PHONO/LINE switch ......16 How to connect a plug ............
Important notes for users in the U.K. Important notes for users in the U.K. How to connect a plug The wires in the mains lead are coloured with the Mains plug following code: This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug. blue = neutral (N), brown = live (L).
Safety and setting up the record player Safety and setting up the record Do not operate the unit in the vicinity of bathtubs, • swimming pools or spraying water. player Do not place any containers which contain a liquid • on the unit, such as a flower vase.
Safety and setting up the record player Setup Never let children use this unit unattended. • Always leave maintenance tasks to a qualified • The record player must be set up only on a sturdy technician. Otherwise you put yourself and others in •...
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Safety and setting up the record player The unit should not be placed in an area with high In the event of malfunctions or smoke and odour • • coming from the housing remove the mains plug humidity levels, e.g. in a kitchen or sauna, as condensation can cause damage to the unit.
Description of the record player Description of the record player Special characteristics Included in delivery This unit allows you to: play records for 33 and 45 • rpm. Š Remove the unit and all accessory parts from the The unit is suitable for scratch playing. •...
Description of the record player The front of the unit Headshell Ring nut for headshell Tone arm SPEED 33: Speed button for LPs SPEED 45: Speed button for singles PITCH ADJ.: Slider for pitch adjustment (+10% to -10%) Lift lever Tone arm rest with clip Anti-skating control Counterweight...
How to prepare the record player for operation How to prepare the record player Installing the tone arm head Š Install the tone arm head 1 on the tone arm shaft 3 as for operation shown. Š Before assembly, make sure the accessories are complete.
How to prepare the record player for operation Tone arm The tone arm is secured for transport on the rest using the clamp. Remove this clip 14 before operating the unit for the first time. If the player will be transported later, secure the tone arm to the rest again using the clip 14 to prevent damage from vibrations.
How to prepare the record player for operation Note: Note: Moving the counterweight too far forwards will result • The recommended stylus pressure for the provided in the pickup side lowering. pickup system is > 2.5 grams. If in doubt, follow the recommendation of the pickup manufacturer.
How to prepare the record player for operation The stylus illuminator The dust cover Š Flip the hinges on the housing towards the back. Š Press the stylus illuminator switch A. The stylus Š Uniformly push the right and left dust cover illuminator B move out and illuminates the stylus tip.
How to prepare the record player for operation Adjustable feet The adjustable feet are vibration damping; they are used for adjusting the record player height and levelness. Š In order to screw the feet on the bottom of the unit outwards, turn them anti-clockwise.
Connecting the record player Connection to the amplifier How to set the PHONO/LINE switch Š Move the PHONO/LINE switch 21 to PHONO if the Š Connect the audio cable to the RCA OUTPUT jacks record player is connected to the PHONO jack. 22 and the LINE/AUX or phono jacks on the Š...
Connecting the record player Removing/attaching the stylus protection cap Š Before playing a record, you must remove the stylus protection cap A from the pickup. To do so, pull the cap forwards. Š It is recommended that you put the stylus cap back on after playing a record to protect the stylus B.
Playing a record Playing a record Š Place the lift lever 13 downwards. The tone arm lowers onto the record slowly and playback begins. Procedure Š After playback is finished, replace the tone arm on the tone arm rest 14 and fasten it using the clip. Š...
Playing a record Playing back a 45 rpm record with If one of the four rows of stroboscopic dots 2 on the edge of the turntable appears stationary, this indicates the large centre hole correct speed (or nominal speed). Š Fit the 45 rpm adapter 1 on the turntable spindle 3. Š...
Before establishing the USB connection Before establishing the USB Note: Install the supplied Audacity® software on a PC or • connection MAC before connecting and operating the unit. Audacity® software is free open-source software System requirements • distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL).
How to digitalise your music How to digitalise your music Installing the software Š Start your computer, insert the CD and install the Audacity software depending on the operating system (PC, MAC). Check the website to see if an update is available (http://audacity.sourceforge.net) and if there is, install the update.
How to digitalise your music Recording and saving music 1. Start the playback. 2. Click the red record button in the software. 3. Click the blue PAUSE button to interrupt the recording temporarily. 4. Click the yellow STOP button to end the recording. 5.
How to clean the record player How to clean the record player Replacing the stylus The stylus is naturally exposed to wear by the playback process. Therefore we recommend regular inspection, Electric shock! which for diamond styluses should take place after at To avoid the danger of electric shock, you must not clean least 1000 playing hours.
How to clean the record player Installing another pickup system White (L+): left channel, positive pole Blue (L-): left channel, negative pole Š Before installation, read the manual from the manufacturer of the pickup system. Red (R+): right channel, positive pole Š...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause/remedy If the unit does not function as intended, perform checks Poor tone quality, loud static The stylus is dirty or worn. using the following tables. noise, sound dropouts etc. Clean the stylus with a brush or replace it.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz; Dimensions +1/-3 dB at 1 kHz (width x height x depth): 450 mm x 139 mm x 350 mm Channel separation > 15 dB Weight: 5.36 kg Phono output level 1.5~3.6 mV Motor: 8-pole, 2-phase direct-drive...
How to contact the manufacturer How to dispose of the unit How to contact the manufacturer Old units are not worthless garbage. Through Disposal instructions environmentally friendly disposal, valuable raw materials can be regained. Inquire at your city or municipal Disposing of the packaging administration about possibilities for disposing of the unit properly and in an environmentally sound manner.
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