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- Page 1 MEDITERRANEO THE ITALIAN TURNTABLE USER MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INDEX PACKAGE CONTENT..........................P. 3 INTRODUCTION........................... P. 4 DETAILS, DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE....................P. 5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ........................P. 6 SET-UP INSTRUCTION..........................P. 7 INSTALLING THE PLATTER........................P. 8 INSTALLING THE BELT AND THE TONEARM CABLE................... P. 10 ANTI-SKATING, AZIMUTH, COUNTERWEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS..............P. -
Page 4: Package Content
PACKAGE CONTENT • Mediterraneo turntable • 1 dust cover (detachable) •1 18v power supply with cable •1 B-5.1 tonearm with phono cable already installed •1 cylindrical counterweight 110 g •1 additional counterweight 28.5 g •1 drive belt •1 turntable clamp •1 platter spindle tip to clamp the platter... -
Page 5: Introduction
Quadral-Core micro-controller and product to create a truly unique experience. can effectively control vibrations while delivering high torque for the greatest dynamic and resolution. Every Gold Note product is 100% proudly designed, manufactured and assembled in Italy... -
Page 6: Details, Design And Performance
The sound delivered by our turntables is the result of the The spindle is 80mm long to ensure top-class performance synergy of a large number of factors and your Mediterraneo and features a large longitudinal groove on its axis for the features refined details and technical solutions developed lubricating oil to run constantly. -
Page 7: Technical Specification
Motor 12 volt high torque synchronous Platter 45mm thick ultra-dampened pom Platter spindle split-spindle™ clamping design Platter bearing tungsten 5mm ball bearing Tonearm gold note b-5.1 (or opt. b-7 ceramic) Dust cover transparent acrylic with hinges POWER Power supply: 18V output... -
Page 8: Set-Up Instruction
Once the 45rpm is playing its red LED light will be on. 3. Plug the DIN/RCA cable of the arm on the shaft female The Mediterraneo also features a fine speed adjustment connector DIN side, hooking the RCA connectors to the “Pitch Control”... -
Page 9: Installing The Platter
INSTALLING THE PLATTER CONTENT OF THE TURNTABLE BOX 1 Platter 2 Oil Vessel 3 Ball bearing 4 Platter Spindle Tip + Platter spindle PLATTER SPINDLE TIP PLATTER BEARING HOUSING PLATTER SPINDLE... - Page 10 INSTALLING THE PLATTER INSTRUCTIONS 1 Remove plug from the middle of the turntable 2 Insert the Ball Bearing into the Bearing Housing* of the turntable taking care to centre it on the bottom seat 3 Oil the Platter Spindle as shown in figure 3 4 Insert the Platter Spindle into the Bearing Housing 5 Lay the Platter on the Platter Spindle 6 Secure the Platter Spindle Tip in the threaded hole of...
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Page 11: Installing The Belt And The Tonearm Cable
I NSTALLING THE BELT AND THE TONEARM CABLE Wrap the belt around the pulley and the platter as shown in the picture: The tonearm cable should be always connected before the tone arm is installed on the turntable. Always pay attention to the cable and make sure it is connected before placing the tonearm in position. REAR SIDE The Male DIN plug and the female DIN plug must be connected as... -
Page 12: Anti-Skating, Azimuth, Counterweight Adjustments
ANTI-SKATING, AZIMUTH, COUNTERWEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS ANTI-SKATING nylon wire with bullet counterweight 2. ANTI-SKATING adjustment bar 3. TONEARM COUNTERWEIGHT: to set up the correct tracking force depending on the phono cartridge in use 4. SHELL AZIMUTH ADJUSTMENT: to adjust the alignment of the tonearm head-shell (0,9mm Allen Wrench) INSTALLING THE ANTI-SKATING SYSTEM . -
Page 13: Vta Setup
VTA SETUP To up or down the arm by correctly adjusting the VTA, use the 1.5 mm Allen key supplied by Gold Note and insert it in the three holes on the arm board indicated by the arrows. Allen-key 1,5 mm... -
Page 14: Power Supply
POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY Dimensions are shown in mm & inch 4. Operating Temperature: 0 to 70°C Weight: approx. 265~280g 5. Derate linearly from 100% load at 40°C (Exclude the input cord) to 50% load at 70°C Optional output connector. PLEASE NOTE: Please with the super power supply PST-1 supplied use only the power cord supplied or one strictly certified for UL, CE, and all local necessary certifications. -
Page 15: Power Adapter And Speed Control
• OUTER BUTTON starts and stops the 45rpm speed. When the 45rpm is playing its red LED light turns on. The Mediterraneo also features a fine speed adjustment “Pitch Control” function to achieve a precise control over the speed of the turntable. -
Page 16: Calibration: Cartridge Overhang, Alignment And Speed
CALIBRATION: CARTRIDGE OVERHANG, ALIGNMENT AND SPEED Our turntables and tone arms are always supplied with the Gold Note Calibration Tool to calibrate correctly the setup. With this tool you will be able to adjust: A) Phono Cartridge alignment B) Overhang allignment 66 mm. -
Page 17: Cartridge Alignment
CARTRIDGE ALIGNMENT C ARTRIDGE ALIGNMENT PHONO CARTRIDGE ALIGNMENT To correctly align the phono cartridge and achieve the best tracking position, point the tip of the phono cartridge into the white circles as in the picture below. The body of the phono cartridge must be aligned to the vertical stripes in order to achieve the best position for musical reproduction. -
Page 18: Detachable Dust Cover
DETACHABLE DUST COVER DETACHABLE DUST COVER PICTURE 1 The new Gold Note dust cover features detachable hinges, a new proprietary design developed to let you enjoy your turntable at the best in any situation. The new dust cover is incredibly versatile and allows the usage of the turntable with or without it. -
Page 19: Warranty And Service
WARRANTY AND SERVICE WARRANTY To validate the warranty is necessary to register the unit on the Gold Note internet web site within 15 days from the purchase on the appropriate area of the web site: www.goldnote.it/warranty If the unit is not registered correctly or has been purchased from a different country of the purchaser home address the unit will not be covered by any warranty and the registration will be refused. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Gold Note may warm up to 50° Celsius without creating any problem. Noise on startup The turntable produces a slight It is normal for the belt to produce a slight noise rubbing noise upon startup when starting. For spare parts visit the official Gold Note store at: www.akamaiaudio.it... -
Page 21: Important Safety Information
Protect the product from rain, humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and electronic motors etc. The power Chord supplied must be used only on this unit. Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit. This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. - Page 22 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 1. Follow the instructions and store them 10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 2. Heed all warnings 11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. 3. Do not use this apparatus near water Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam- 4.
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