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Mk2 Turntable Manual
for Aurora, Calypso, Resolution & Sovereign
*** NOTE : Speed must be reset accurately after 3 days of continuous running at
33rpm ***
It cannot be overstated that it is VERY important to read these instructions to
really get the best out of your deck and avoid making incorrect assuptions -
some things about the deck are counter intuitive.
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- Page 1 Mk2 Turntable Manual for Aurora, Calypso, Resolution & Sovereign *** NOTE : Speed must be reset accurately after 3 days of continuous running at 33rpm *** It cannot be overstated that it is VERY important to read these instructions to really get the best out of your deck and avoid making incorrect assuptions - some things about the deck are counter intuitive.
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Page 2: Parts List
(Sovereign only) Sub-platter “non greyed” instructions or degradation will result. 1 Belt An Origin Live turntable is simple to set up. If you have a problem, please refer to the instructions - failing this, you Motor pod should speak to your dealer or refer to technical support ... -
Page 3: Mounting Origin Live Arms
Mounting Origin Live arms For other makes of tonearm Thread the threaded vta adjuster onto your arm if it is an Origin Live Encounter or above. If your deck is a Resolution or Sovereign and Origin Live can provide the correct cut out in the sub-chassis or you have an Encounter arm or above - do not fit the threaded vta... - Page 4 SOVEREIGN DECK ONLY: NOTE - On newer decks The Platter works best with the Origin Live platter mats but these are (April 2009 onwards) the sub-platter is a “loose” fit over the not necessarily included in the lower part of the deck range - all of the spindle and can detatch from the sub-platter.
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Page 5: S E T T I N G T H E M O T O R S P E E D
If you don’t have a ruler handy, another method of setting the belt tension is to install the belt first. Do this by placing it round the platter and then pull it onto the pulley, taking care that there is no twist in the belt. Now, lift the belt off the pulley and let it lose it’s tension almost completely whilst still holding it gently - With no tension whatsoever in the belt, you should stretch it approx... -
Page 6: Set The Speed
One click of the switch clockwise is 33.3 rpm - The set 45rpm speed (or 78 rpm if you wish) using the same second click clockwise is 45rpm procedure as for 33rpm. The dc motors can be slightly noisy initially and are never NOTES: The speed should only be finally set with completely silent in comparison to a/c motors. -
Page 7: Set The Arm Fastening Tightness
IMPORTANT NOTE - Do not use the serrated washer Autoglym Fast glass, but only if necessary – wax furniture supplied with some Origin Live arms - it is only meant for polish is to be avoided . Do not spray directly on the turntable... - Page 8 If it continues to be very noisy please contact Origin Live. However, bear in mind that dc motors are rarely as silent as a/c motors.
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- Page 10 R E P A C K I N G M E T H O D Please read carefully and do not deviate, do not cut up foam etc or damage will result - see seperate sheet for Sovereign packing instructions. REAR FOOT POSITION Ensure base foam is...
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