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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Simplex MK II
Rev. June 17

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Simplex MK II Rev. June 17...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Simplex MK II: Nothing could be simpler, yet we strongly recommend thoroughly reviewing this manual before embarking on assembling and playing the Well Tempered Lab Simplex MK II. The Well Tempered Lab cannot be held responsible for consequences resulting from failure to comprehend these instructions. If in doubt always consult with your dealer.

  • Page 3: Unpacking The Simplex Mk Ii

    Take care that none of the fluids contaminate the surfaces of your Simplex MK II turntable. The Simplex MK II packaging has been designed to protect it from the hazards of shipping. It is advisable to save it for further use.

  • Page 4: Suspending The Golf Ball Tonearm

    3. Install tonearm rest / lock in plinth approx. 50mm (2in). See Fig (3). Fig (3) Note: There is no requirement to apply excessive force to the above set screws. A gentle tighten is sufficient to secure the components. Over tightening can lead to damaging the plinth. Suspending the Golf Ball Tonearm Before embarking on this procedure, we suggest a review of the manual from Fig (4) - (9) is mandatory.
  • Page 5 2. With a small amount of care take tonearm and apply one and a half turns of the nylon suspension from the golf ball around the azimuth adjustment collar. See Fig (5). Fig (5) 3. Correct bridle length when tonearm is suspended is approximately 25mm from top of tonearm to bottom of suspension rod. See Fig (6).
  • Page 6 Fig (7) Fig (8) Fig (9) 4. Adjust pillar, rod and azimuth collar to allow golf ball to float central of bearing cup. Note: All the above adjustments can be fine tuned when cartridge is installed.

  • Page 7: Installing The Platter

    Important: The unique design of the zero clearance Well Tempered Lab top bearing allows the spindle to be virtually free standing. It is perfectly normal for the platter to tilt away from the motor when the belt has not been installed.
  • Page 8 Fig (11) 1. Motor Birdseye view of Simplex MK II Turntable Bearing. (Not to scale) 2. Spindle 3. Upper Teflon Bearing 4. Align corner of Upper Teflon Bearing to Motor Fig (12) Fig (13)

  • Page 9: Speed Control

    Fig (14) Belt for Life Policy The Well Tempered Lab offer a "belt for life policy" just send a self addressed envelope with stamp to your distributor or dealer for replacement. Speed adjustment...
  • Page 10 1. We recommend fitting the cartridge with the tonearm in position. However it is possible to fit the cartridge before suspending the tonearm (see Fig 15). Great care needs to be taken when installing the cartridge as the Well Tempered Lab bears no responsibility for cartridge damage.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Fig (16) Rear Panel Earth screw and phono sockets colour coded and clearly marked are on the rear panel. See Fig (17). Speed adjustment is also available on this panel. Connection for the AC adaptor is on this panel and clearly marked. Plug it in, you are ready to go. Enjoy! Fig (17)

  • Page 12: Making A Belt

    Note: Some switch mode type power supplies can cause grounding problems. A small accessory lead is supplied to enable the ground connection from the 12V input socket to be established. See Fig (18). This is not necessarily a Well Tempered Lab recommendation.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    4. Trim excess 5. The Simplex MK II motor has bearing tolerances that cause it to be noisy without the load of the belt and platter. It is sometimes possible during transit for the motor to shift within the isolating rubber mounting and vibrate against the motor mounting cover. This is easily remedied by gently moving the motor clear of the mounting cover plate.
  • Page 14 20mm...

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications • Platter Acrylic Matte Black finish • Platter mat Anti-static Foam • Plinth Multi-layer ply finished in Black or White • Motor Servo Controlled 12VDC completely decoupled from plinth. • Power Supply 12V DC, 500 mA, Centre Pin Positive •...

  • Page 16: Warranty And Service

    This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear and is void if the Well Tempered product has been subject to mis-use, accident or negligence or if it has been tampered with or modified in anyway. Spillage of any fluids supplied by the Well Tempered Lab is not covered within the scope of this warranty.

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