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- Page 1 AT-LP1240-USB XP EDITION User Manual Direct Drive Professional Turntable Manuel de l’utilisateur Platine professionnelle à entraînement direct Manual de usuario Tocadiscos profesional con accionamiento directo...
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Page 2: Package Contents
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Audio-Technica product. Before using the product, read through this user manual to ensure that you will use the product correctly. Please keep this manual for future reference. This product can be used only in the countries where the product is sold. Make sure that the operating voltage of the product is correct for the country you live in. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use For customers in the USA it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product. UL/CSA notice Cautions for the product CAUTION Warning:... -
Page 4: Notes On Use
Safety precautions Notes on use FCC Notice Turntable body Warning: • Do not set and use the product in locations that are considerably hot This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is or humid, dirty, or subject to extreme vibrations. subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause •... -
Page 5: Part Names And Functions
Part names and functions Overall diagram Power dial Speed range button Controls power to the unit. Select +/- 10 or 20% speed range. • +/-50% is selected by pressing both the 10 and 20 buttons Dual start/stop buttons simultaneously. Engages and disengages the motor/platter. Quartz button Platter speed buttons Turns the pitch function on and off. - Page 6 Part names and functions Tonearm Counterweight Balances the tonearm and provides adjustment for proper downward tracking force on the stylus. Tracking force gauge ring Use to adjust the tracking force. Tonearm height lock Locks the tonearm height setting. • Always fully unlock before attempting to make a height adjustment. Anti-skate control dial While the record is playing, a force acts on the stylus tip to pull it inward.
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Page 7: Preparation For Use
Preparation for use Placing the platter Assembling the tonearm This product requires some assembly before using it for the first time. 1. Remove the cable tie used to secure the tonearm at the time of delivery. Do not connect the power cable until assembly is complete. •... - Page 8 Preparation for use 2. Turn the counterweight and the tracking force gauge ring Setting tonearm balance together counterclockwise (to the left) until the centerline value matches the recommended tracking force value for the cartridge 1. Remove the cartridge's protector. you are using. •...
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Page 9: Setting Pre-Amplifier Selector Switch
Preparation for use • Depending on the equipment you are connecting, a ground (earth) Setting pre-amplifier selector switch terminal may exist near the phono input jack. If this is the case, connect to it using the ground line from the RCA audio cable. This This product has a built-in phono equalizer function. -
Page 10: Playing A Record
Playing a record 4. Lower the tonearm by moving the tonearm lift control lever to the Before playing a record DOWN position. The tonearm descends slowly onto the record and play begins. 1. Remove the cartridge's protector. • Alternatively, you can skip steps 2 to 4, and use your fingers to lift the •... -
Page 11: Stylus Tip
Playing a record Care Reversing the record Turntable body If desired, press the reverse control button to reverse the rotation of the • When the turntable body is dirty or dusty, first disconnect the power platter. cable plug, and then wipe off the dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth. •... -
Page 12: Replacing The Stylus
Replacing the stylus Replacing a cartridge Refer to the user manual for the cartridge that you will be using if you Removing the stylus are replacing the cartridge (AT-XP5) included with this product with another, commercially available cartridge. After you replace the old •... -
Page 13: When The Turntable Is Moved
Adjusting the tonearm's height When the turntable is moved When installing a cartridge other than the one provided, you must Using the product's original packing materials, wrap the turntable in maintain a suitable distance between the cartridge and the surface of the reverse order from when you unwrapped it. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Solution The platter does not spin. • Is the power cable connected to the outlet? Connect power cable to the outlet. • Has the power cable's plug come off? Check whether or not the plug is properly attached to the product. The platter spins, but there is •... - Page 15 Visit our website www.audio-technica.com One-Year Limited Warranty Audio-Technica brand products purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one year from date of purchase by Audio- Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S.