Pro-Ject Audio Systems X8 Instructions For Use Manual page 12

Getting started:
• Make sure to have enough space to unpack your turntable.
• Always unpack and set up in a clean environment.
• Please Do NOT throw away the packaging! If you need service or want
to return your product, please send it in the original packaging,
including all inserts. In case of damage due to alternative packaging,
your dealer cannot guarantee a full refund.
• complete manual:
www.project-audio.com/en/product/x8
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Unpack all items from accessory bag:
a)
b)
d)
e)
g)
4
Unpack Connect it E cable.
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Unpack the turntable.
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Make sure to align them properly!
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Remove tonearm twist tie.
20
Carefully place the tonearm between
platter and armrest and lower the tonearm lift.
24
Put the loop of the Antiskating
weight in the outer groove.
a) Felt mat
c)
b) Gloves
c) Allen key
f)
d) Antiskating weight
e) Single adapter
f) Drive Belt
g) Cartridge alignment protractor
5
Unpack the counterweight.
Connect the phono cable (Connect it E)
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to the turntable. The connector is located
under the tonearm base.
Make sure the connector is aligned with the
plug.
Check if the turntable is level.
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*Spirit level available separately.
*
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Screw the counterweight in place.
Balance the tonearm so it stays level by turning
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the counterweight forwards and backwards on
the rod. Put the tonearm back on the rest and
raise the tonearm lift.
0°
25
Connect the power supply.
2
Remove dust cover carton from the box.
6
Unpack the power supply.
10
Remove protection caps from spindle
and platter.
14
Adjust the feet if necessary, so that the
turntable is level.
18
Remove stylus protection.
22 Hold the counterweight and set the dial to
'0' by ONLY turning the dial to the marker.
Turn the motor on with the switch located on
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the front left under the chassis. Select the
speed by pushing the botton.
X8
Setup Guide
3
Lift the wrapped turntable out of the box.
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Unpack the platter.
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Carefully put the platter on the spindle.
15
Put the drive belt on pulley and platter.
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Put the felt mat and a record on
the platter.
Turn the WHOLE counterweight
23
counterclockwise until the scale reads 23.
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Connect to your hifi-system and
enjoy your music! Finally!