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Clearaudio Performance DC User Manual

Clearaudio Performance DC User Manual

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Performance DC
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Black with black chassis
Silver with silver chassis
Silver with wood chassis
Pic. similar
© clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11
Black with silver chassis
Silver with black chassis
Black with wood chassis
Made in Germany

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  • Page 1 Performance DC User manual Black with black chassis Black with silver chassis Silver with silver chassis Silver with black chassis Black with wood chassis Silver with wood chassis Pic. similar © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11 Made in Germany...
  • Page 2 All information given will help to generate the best performance and avoid any possible damages. Performance DC We hope you will enjoy your new Clearaudio turntable. Clearaudio electronic GmbH Please read the warnings before connecting your Performance DC turntable to the mains supply. Page 2 © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11...
  • Page 3 5. Maintenance Never use agressive cleaning detergent. Do not use dry cloths for cleaning as this generates static electricity. Suitable cleaning and care products from Clearaudio are available from www.analogshop.de or from specialist retailers. The bearing of the turntable platter can be lubricated every 2 years with the oil provided.
  • Page 4 Otherwise serious damage can occur. Remove also the pulley from the motor axle to avoid any damage during transport. Clearaudio assumes no liability for any damage that may occur due to incorrect packing. 9. Disposal Do not dispose this product together with other waste.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    User manual Contents 1. Packaging overview ..........6 2. Setup and operation ..........7 - 13 3. Troubleshooting ........... 14 - 15 4. Technical data ............16 Warranty information ..........17 - 18 Made in Germany Page 5...
  • Page 6: Packaging Overview

    1. Packaging overview The Clearaudio Performance DC turntable is delivered in specially designed custom packaging. Please check the contents according to the following list before you set up your new Clearaudio Performance DC turntable. 1. Layer (top): Top of bearing, belt, fittings and...
  • Page 7: Setup And Operation

    User manual 2. Setup and operation Performance DC turntable consists of several components, as described in No 1 (Packaging overview). The setup is easy, as some of the components are pre-assembled at the factory. Please make use of the white gloves enclosed in order to avoid scratches or unwanted fingerprints (e.g. on the platter).
  • Page 8 Please remove the protective seal from the bearing shaft and place two drops of the synthetic bearing oil on the ceramic bearing shaft. Slip the bearing top onto the bearing shaft of the turntable (also available through www.analogshop.de Art. No. AC068). Pic. 5: Bearing oil Page 8 © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11...
  • Page 9 User manual Now you can set the bearing upper part carefully onto the bearing. To avoid damages make sure you slide the bearing upper part slowly and carefully on the polished ceramic shaft. Pic. 6: Fitting the bearing upper part Now you can set the sub-platter carefully onto the bearing (see Pic.
  • Page 10 Please note: Pic. 9: Adjustment of the level position Through turning the feets clockwise you will raise the turntable, by turning counter clockwise the turntable will lower. Pic. 9.1: Adjustment of the height Page 10 © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11...
  • Page 11 User manual Performance DC Clarify If the turntable was purchased as a package together with the tonearm, please follow the below described installation of the tonearm. Position of the screw to fasten the tonearm with 2mm allen key Boring for the...
  • Page 12 User manual Performance DC If you purchased the Clearaudio as package with tonearm and cartridge, you received also a Smart Stlyus Gauge as accessories, which allows you to adjust the tracking force of the cartridge. This position of the diamond correlates to a tracking force of 20mN (2.0g).
  • Page 13 If you want to check the speed of your turntable by yourself over the time, we recommend to use a Stroboscope Testrecord. To adjust the speed so perfectly and precisely as possible, we recommend the Clearaudio Stroboscope Testrecord (Art. No. AC038) and the Clearaudio “Speed Light” (Art. No. AC039, both available at www.analogshop.de).
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Check the stylus and have the cartridge checked by a specialist if necessary. Is the record or the stylus dirty or Clean the record / or the cartridge. Clearaudio damaged? offers many helpful accessories for care and cleaning. In the event of damage, we recommend an assessment by a specialist and, if necessary, an exchange.
  • Page 15 User manual Clean the record / or the cartridge. Clearaudio Is the record or the stylus dirty or damaged? offers many helpful accessories for care and cleaning. In the event of damage, we recommend an assessment by a specialist and, if necessary, Needle bounces an exchange.
  • Page 16: Technical Data

    Approx. 420 x 330 x 125mm (without tonearm) Manufacturer’s warranty: 5 years* * Provided that the warranty card is correctly completed and returned to Clearaudio, or your product is registered online at https://clearaudio.de/en/service/registration.php, within 14 days of purchase. Page 16 © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11...
  • Page 17: Warranty Information

    Le reçu ou la facture constituent des preuves suffisantes. DEUTSCH GARANTIE Bei Garantiefragen wenden Sie sich bitte zunächst an Ihren Clearaudio Händler. Heben Sie Ihren Kaufbeleg gut auf. WICHTIG! Die Angaben auf Ihrer Quittung erlauben uns die Identifizierung Ihres Gerätes und belegen mit dem Kaufdatum die Dauer Ihrer Garantie-Ansprüche.
  • Page 18 ESPAÑOL GARANTIA Para obtener información acerca de la garantia póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Clearaudio. GUARDE SU RECIBO DE COMPRA Su recibo de compra es su prueba permanente de haber adquirido un aparato de valor, Este recibo deberá guardarlo en un lugar seguro y utilizarlo como referencia cuando tenga que hacer uso del seguro o se ponga en contacto con Clearaudio.
  • Page 19 User manual Made in Germany Page 19...
  • Page 20 Handmade in Germany Clearaudio Electronic accepts no liability for any misprints. Technical specifications are subject to change or improvement without prior notice. Product availability is as long as astock lasts. Copies and reprints of this document, including extracts, require written consent from Clearaudio Electronic GmbH, Germany.