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Oracle Audio Technologies
6136 boulevard Bertrand Fabi, Suite 101
phone:819-864-0480
Sherbrooke. Quebec. Canada. J1N 2P3
fax: 819-864-9641
ALEXANDRIA MK III
OWNER'S MANUAL
The Fine Art Of Playing Music
www.oracle-audio.com

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  • Page 1 Oracle Audio Technologies 6136 boulevard Bertrand Fabi, Suite 101 phone:819-864-0480 Sherbrooke. Quebec. Canada. J1N 2P3 fax: 819-864-9641 ALEXANDRIA MK III OWNER’S MANUAL The Fine Art Of Playing Music www.oracle-audio.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    It the platter is not parallel with the plinth…………………………………………………………………page 16 If an even up or down motion cannot be obtained when gently pressing on the record clamp…page16 If the speed becomes erratic…………………………………………………………………………………………page 17 For maintenance ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………page 17 Alexandria MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 3: Foreword

    The how to… is the heart of the turntable set up which exposes throroughly the procedures to achieve the very best results. The what to do…will give you a quick check list usefull for trouble shooting and maintenance. Alexandria MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 4: The Levelling Feet

    The suspension set up will also have a tremdous effect ont the stability of the turntable system while playing the record. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 5: The Bearing Assembly

    The outer edge of the record could lifted off the surface of the mat causing sonic problems due to non-horizontal plane. Simultaneously the energy transfer to the mat would be reduced causing the sound to become harsh. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 6: The Phono Lead

    Minute positionning of the cartridge away from the exact position in any direction bears a tremendously detrimental impact of the sound quality…beware ! ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 7: How To

    2 lawyers of “ plastic wrap” before sliding the side pieces of the packaging. Failing to do so could result in scratching the delicate surface of the plinth. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 8: Assemble Your Alexandria

    Note 6: Your Oracle’s packaging has been designed to protect is from the abusive normally encountered during shipping. Please save all packaging materials for use in any future shipping.
  • Page 9: Install The Tone Arm And Phono Cartridge

    Note: The azimuth is the vertical position of the stylus relative to the record groove when viewing it from the front. The proper setting is 90degrees. Check the stylus pressure and adjust to specifications Install the stylus guard to complete the assembly of your Alexandria ALEXANDRIA MK III Ower’s manual...
  • Page 10: Assess The Supension Calibration

    The color coding can be seen from the inside prt of the spring at the wider en. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 11 Install the two felt dampers in a criss-cross pattern in the slotted section of the stem. Install the upper spring damper over the stem. Install the sorbothane damper over the spring holder and seat it well around the lip. Install the spring assembly over the upper spring damper. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 12 At this time, reduce the increments to 1/8 of a turn or less until the lip is perfectly flush with the surface plinth. Note4: In the event that the lip of the gauge goes below the surface, start the procedure from step one, gain. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 13: Dress The Phono Lead

    Remove the platter Porr the content of one vile ( appx.2 cc ) in the bearing well. Note 2: Unless contaminated with dirt or alcohol, this lubrication will last for many years. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 14: Install The Drive Belt

    Connect the power supply Plug the supply output to the turntable input receptacle at the rear of the turntable. Plug the input cord to an AC outlet. Note: Keep the power supply away from the signal carrying leads ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 15: Adjust The 33 And 45 Speed

    Your turntable is now ready to be moved to its final emplacement. It is most probable that the level will differ with the location where the turntable was set up. Level the plinth by turning the leveling feet terminating to the lower cover. The use of a carpenter level will be required. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 16: What To Do

    RECORD CLAMP. Check leveling of the base For the phono lead interference with the movement of the suspension. If uncertain, unplug the lead. Previous topic: …do if the platter is not parallel with the plinth. ALEXANDRIA MK III Owner’s manual...
  • Page 17: If The Speed Becomes Erratic

    We are confident your new Alexandria will give you many years of satisfaction. You are not ready for the real and only purpose of all this…to sit down and relax, to just listen and enjoy beautiful music. Oracle Audio Technologies Inc 6136 Boulevard Bertrand Fabi Sherbrooke. Quebec Canada.

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