Lenco L-3808 - Record Player Manual

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Table of Contents

Contents

1 QUICK-START
2 SET-UP
3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
4 AUDACITY SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
5 SPECIFICATIONS
6 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
7 Documents / Resources
- 7.1 References
- 7.2 Download manual

Lenco L-3808 - Record Player Manual

QUICK-START

Turntable Quick-Start:

Changing Platter Speed
Use the RPM selectors to change the platter speeds. The 33-rpm and 45-rpm speed selectors change the platter rotation respectively.
Starting and Stopping the Platter
Use the START/STOP BUTTON to switch back and forth between platter rotation and pause modes.
Pitch Control
1. The pitch adjustment is a fine adjustment to the platter's RPMs.
2. The pitch adjustment is variable and may be adjusted between -10% and +10% of the platter-selected speed.
3. The pitch is changed by sliding the Pitch Slider in an up and down motion.
4. The STROBE INDICATORS on the rim of the PLATTER can be used to visual approximate the platter pitch. These indicators are lit by the STROBE INDICATOR PILOT LAMP as they pass by the POWER SWITCH. At different pitch levels each row of STROBE INDICATORS may appear stand still.
  Note: The use of heavy fluorescent lighting directly above the turntable will defeat the STROBE LAMP PILOT LAMP affect indicator accuracy.

Product Service:

Clean the stylus periodically with a soft brush to prevent the accumulation of dust.
When sound becomes distorted or noisy, check the stylus. If the stylus is worn out, replace it with a new one.
From time to time, the dust cover and turntable cabinet should be wiped down with a soft, dry cloth.
Volatile materials should not be used, such as: alcohol, thinner, benzine etc. They may remove the paint or damage the luster.

SET-UP

Some assembly required before you can begin to use your new unit. Please follow the assembly instruction below before attempting to use you new turntable.

ASSEMBLY:
Before you begin assembly please be sure all parts and accessories have arrived intact.
NOTES:

Do not connect the AC power plug before assembly has been completed.
Before turning the power on, make sure once again all the connections and power voltage settings are correct. Always turn off the power when connecting or disconnecting.
Read this manual carefully before using the unit. Be sure to store the manual in a safe place for future reference.
Attach a stylus cartridge to the HEADSHELL before assembling the turntable unit.

Headshell Assembly:
When installing a cartridge, refer to the operating instructions of that cartridge. During installation, attach the stylus protector to guard the stylus tip from damage.
Connect the HEADSHELL lead wires to the cartridge terminals. The terminals of cartridges and the HEADSHELL lead wires are color coded. Connect each lead wire to the cartridge terminals of the same color.
White (L+): Left channel +
Blue (L-): Left channel –
Red (R+): Right channel +
Green (R-): Right channel –

Turntable Assembly:

REMOVING FROM CARTON:
Carefully remove the main unit with the packing material intact from the box. Remove the packing material once the unit has been removed from the shipping carton. Be sure to locate all the accessories located in the packing material.
45 ADAPTER:
Locate and remove the 45-rpm adapter from the packing material and place it in the 45 adapter cutout on the top of the main unit.
TURNTABLE PLATTER:
Remove the turntable platter from the packing material and gently insert the platter into the CENTER SPINDLE on the base of the turntable unit.
SLIPMAT:
Remove the black slipmat from the packaging and place it on the PLATTER.
HEADSHELL:
Insert the HEADSHELL into the front end of the TONEARM ASSEMBLY. While holding HEADSHELL firmly into the front end of the tonearm assembly, turn the HEADSHELL LOCKING NUT counter- clockwise to firmly secure the HEADSHELL to TONEARM ASSEMBLY.
COUNTERWEIGHT:
Locate and remove the tonearm COUNTERWEIGHT from the packaging. Slide COUNTERWEIGHT onto the rear of the TONEARM ASSEMBLY. Turn it lightly and it will screw onto the rear shaft of the tonearm.

Turntable Connections:
Before connecting the unit it is advised that you also consult your current equipment instruction manual.

Be sure to turn off the equipment before you make changes to the different connections.

Connect the power cord to an AC outlet.
Connect the RCA cable to the PHONO input of your AMPLIFIER when you set the PHONO/ LINE switch to PHONO position. You can also use a line input by setting the PHONO/ LINE switch at the rear of the turntable to LINE.

Output terminals Amplifier (Receiver)

L (White) L Channel

R (Red) R Channel
Connect PC via USB cord.

Turntable Installation:

Do not place the unit in a location where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or near any type of heating appliance.
Do not place the unit in a location where there is high humidity or a lot of dust.
Cartridge may pick up slight sound pressure or vibrations of near by speakers. For best results, do not install this unit too close to speakers.
Install this unit on a horizontal surface that is stable and vibration free.
The rubber feet have been specially designed to isolate the unit from excess vibration. The feet may also be used to stabilize the main body horizontally. Adjust the height of the unit by turning the feet in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction.

Tonearm Balance and Stylus Pressure:
Adjustment of horizontal zero balance and stylus pressure:

Remove the stylus protective cover, if so equipped. Never touch the stylus tip during the adjustment.
Lower the TONEARM LEVER.
Release the tonearm clamp and release the tonearm from the arm rest.
Set the ANTI-SKATE adjustment to zero.
Rotate the COUNTERWEIGHT in either direction until the TONEARM is perfectly balanced horizontally (floats freely).
Return the TONEARM to the arm rest and lock it in place.
Hold the COUNTERWEIGHT stationary with one hand and rotate only the stylus-pressure ring to bring the number "0" of the ring into alignment with the center line on the tonearm rear shaft.
Rotate the COUNTERWEIGHT counterclockwise until the scale value corresponding to the recommended stylus pressure.Note: The recommended stylus pressure of the optional cartridge that may have been included with your unit is 2 grams. For all other cartridge systems please refer to the manufactures specification included with the cartridge.

Anti-Skate:
The anti-skate adjustment prevents the TONEARM ASSEMBLY from skipping across the record from the centrifugal force that is caused spinning rotation of the PLATTER. The ANTI-SKATING control knob should be set to the same value as the stylus pressure. For example if your COUNTERWEIGHT is set to 2.5 grams the ANTI-SKATE value should also be set to 2.5.

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

EP ADAPTER
This adapter allows you to play standard 7" EP vinyl records with large center holes. Place the adapter on the CENTER SPINDLE 7" records.
STROBE INDICATORS
The PLATTER has four rows of indicators (dots). These indicators are used to visually detail various stages of pitch (speed). The indicators are illuminated by the Strobe Indicator Pilot Lamp. Each row may appear to stand still at different pitch levels.
With the strobe light on, the dots should be steady (not moving) when the speed is correct. When power frequency is 50Hz (for example in Europe), it refers to the 1st row (small dots for speed of 33rpm) and 2nd row (large dots for speed of 45rpm) of the spinning platter, while the 3rd and 4th row are for 60Hz (for example in USA). By adjusting the Pitch on the right side of the control panel, you can adjust the speed.
Note: The use of heavy fluorescent lighting directly above the turntable will defeat the Strobe Indicator Pilot Lamp affect indicator accuracy.
CENTER SPINDLE
This spindle holds the turntable PLATTER records stable and centered.
STROBE INDICATOR PILOT LAMP
This is lamp specially designed to pulse a beam of light at the STROBE INDICATORS on the turntable PLATTER. This will give the illusion that indicators are not spinning at certain speeds.
POWER SWITCH
This is a rotary power switch. To turn main power on turn the switch in a clockwise direction. To turn main power off turn the switch in counter-clockwise direction.
START/STOP BUTTON
This over sized push button controls platter motion. When the unit is turned on the platter will not automatically begin to spin. Pressing the button once will engage the high torque motor and spin the platter, pressing this again will stop the platter.
STYLUS HEADSHELL
The included HEADSHELL is used to connect your stylus with the tone arm.
HEADSHELL LOCKING NUT
After attaching the headshell to the tonearm, this locking nut will securely hold the headshell to the tonearm.
S-SHAPED TONE ARM
The tonearm is the mechanism that holds the HEAD- SHELL and stylus allowing it to glide across a record.
33-RPM SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON
Engaging this button will rotate the platter at 33 revolutions per a minute (RPMs). A function LED will glow when this function is activated.
45-RPM SPEED SELECTOR BUTTONS
Engaging this button will rotate the platter at 45 RPMs A function LED will glow when this function is activated.
PITCH ADJUST SLIDER
This slider is used to adjust the playback pitch percentage (platter speed).
TONEARM LEVER
This lever is used to safely elevates the tone arm above a record surface without endangering a records surface.
TONEARM CLAMP AND REST
Use this rest to safely hold the tonearm in position during non use and transportation.
ANTI-SKATE CONTROL
The anti-skate applies inward force to the tonearm to prevent outward skipping across the record due to the centrifugal force cause by platter rotation. The anti-skate value should be equally to that of the stylus counterweight pressure.
COUNTERWEIGHT
Use the counterweight to balance the tone arm and to adjust the stylus pressure.
EXTRA STYLUS HOLDER
This cutout has been designed to safely store an extra stylus headshell.
COUNTERWEIGHT SCALE
* The counterweight scale must face toward the DJ.
PLATTER
This platter connects directly to the center spindle. The platter and center spindle holds a vinyl record perfectly center. The platter also spins the record at a consistent speed.
USB SOCKET (USB cable limit within 3m)
After connecting the Turntable to the computer via USB, you can record your vinyl to your hard disk using software.
PHONO/LINE SWITCH
This switch is used to change the mode of PHONO OUTPUT or LINE OUTPUT. When switch is selected as LINE OUTPUT, never connect to a Phono input.
With the PRE-AMP switch at ON never connect to a Phono input. Audio will be strongly distorted then and there is a risk that Amplifier and/or speakers will be damaged.
RCA OUTPUT JACKS
The output is switchable PHONO/LINE output. For example: These jacks are used to send a low voltage "phono" level output signal to a mixers "phono" input jacks. Turntables should be connected to "Phono" inputs on a mixer. The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input.

AUDACITY SOFTWARE OVERVIEW

Audacity is free software, licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). More information as well as open source code can be found on the CD included or on the web at http://audacity.sourceforge.net/
* Please ensure you have installed the software before starting.

Setting up your PC to work with Audacity

Connect an input source to the unit.
Connect the USB lead to your computer.
Install the Audacity recording software.
Open the Audacity program.
Select Preference from the Edit tab in the Audacity Menu.
Select Audio I/O tab at the top left.

Under Playback, Device, select your internal sound card.
Under Recording, Device, select USB Audio CODEC.
Under Recording, Channels, select 2 (Stereo).
Check the box marked Play other tracks while recording new one.
Check the box marked Software Playthrough.

Recording Albums with Audacity

Saving a project
- Audacity writes all the changed and recorded audio to a directory called Projectname_data, which is located right where you saved the project file itself.
- Thus, select Save Project as from your Audacity File tab and choose a location and filename for your project.
- Please note that when you startup Audacity fresh, only the "Save As..." menu option is available.

How to record

Set your USB turntable up to play the song or album you want to record.
Click on the red Record button to begin recording.
Lower tone arm on USB turntable onto album and track you want to record.
Click on the blue Pause button to pause the recording. Press it again to continue.
Click on the yellow Stop button.

That's it. You can now play around with your recording and explore the editing capabilities of Audacity.
Remember that you can use the Undo function almost without limits while the project is open.
NOTE: CD's cannot be burned directly from the Audacity application. Other CD burning applications should be used.
Remark: For advanced operation, refer instructions inside CD.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

Model:	Digital USB Turntable
Dimensions:	450(W) x 350(D) x 139(H)mm
Weight:	5.36Kg
Power supply:	AC 230V~ 50Hz (Netherlands); AC 240V~ 50Hz(U.K.)
Power consumption:	11W
Standard test condition:	Ambient Temperature: 20 +/- 2 deg. C Relative Humidity: 65% +/- 5%

NOTE: Measurements can be carried out between 5 deg. C to 35 deg. C and 45% to 85% relative humidity.

TURNTABLE SECTION:

Type	2-speed full manual
Motor	8pole, 2phase, brushless DC motor
Driving Method	Direct drive
Turntable Platter	332mm (Aluminum)
Speeds	33¹/₃ and 45rpm
Wow and Flutter	Less than 0.15% WRMS (JIS WTD) with 33¹/₃ rpm
S/N Ratio	More than 55dB (DIN-B)
Pitch Controls	+/- 10%
Starting Torque	More than 1 kgf.cm
Braking System	Electronic brake
Starting Time	Less than 1 sec.
Braking Time	Less than 1 sec.
Time for Speed Change	Less than 1 sec. from 33¹/₃ to 45 rpm. Less than 1 sec. from 45 to 33¹/₃ rpm.
High of cue(first track)	8~10.5 mm
Descend of cue	1~3 sec.
USB Function	USB rec. Function A/D, D/A 16BIT 44.1KHz or 48KHz USB SELECTABLE Computer interface: USB 1.1 compliant WINDOWS XP, Vista7/8 or MAC OSX

TONEARM SECTION:

Type	Static balanced straight shaped tone arm with cardan's suspension
Effective Arm Length	220mm
Overhang	10mm
Tracking Error Angle	Less than 3 degree
Tracking Force Adjustment Range	3-4g
Applicable Cartridge Weight	3.5-8.5g
Phono Output Level	1.5~3.6mV at 1KHz 5cm/sec (HP-4005)
Line Output Level	90~216mV at 1KHz 5cm/sec (HP-4005)
Anti-skating Range	0~4g
Channel Separation	More than 15 dB
Channel Balance	Within 2.5dB at 1KHz

EQ AMP

Output	150mV +/-4dB (IN: 2.5mV 1KHz)
RIAA (Frequency Response)	20Hz~20KHz +1/-3dB (IN: 1.5mV 1KHz )

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Usage of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
This unit should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel.

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN MIND:

Do not use this device near water.
Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.
Do not cover or block any ventilation openings. When placing the device on a shelf, leave 5 cm (2") free space around the whole device.
Install in accordance with the supplied user manual.
* Don't step on or pinch the power adaptor. Be very careful, particularly near the plugs and the cable's exit point. Do not place heavy items on the power adaptor, which may damage it. Keep the entire device out of children's reach! When playing with the power cable, they can seriously injure themselves.
* Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for a long period.
Keep the device away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves, candles and other heat-generating products or naked flame.
Avoid using the device near strong magnetic fields.
Electrostatic discharge can disturb normal usage of this device. If so, simply reset and restart the device following the instruction manual. During file transmission, please handle with care and operate in a static-free environment.
Warning! Never insert an object into the product through the vents or openings. High voltage flows through the product and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short circuit internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
Do not use in wet or moist areas such as bathrooms, steamy kitchens or near swimming pools.
Do not use this device when condensation may occur.
Although this device is manufactured with the utmost care and checked several times before leaving the factory, it is still possible that problems may occur, as with all electrical appliances. If you notice smoke, an excessive build-up of heat or any other unexpected phenomena, you should disconnect the plug from the main power socket immediately.
This device must operate on a power source as specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
* The socket outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
* Do not overload ac outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.
* Devices with class 1 construction should be connected to a main socket outlet with a protective earthed connection.
* Devices with class 2 construction do not require a earthed connection.
Keep away from rodents. Rodents enjoy biting on power cords.
* Always hold the plug when pulling it out of the main supply socket. Do not pull the power cord. This can cause a short circuit.
Avoid placing the device on any surfaces that may be subject to vibrations or shocks.
To clean the device, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents or petrol based fluids. To remove severe stains, you may use a damp cloth with dilute detergent.
The supplier is not responsible for damage or lost data caused by malfunction, misuse, modification of the device or battery replacement.
Do not interrupt the connection when the device is formatting or transferring files. Otherwise, data may be corrupted or lost.
If the unit has USB playback function, the usb memory stick should be plugged into the unit directly. Don't use an usb extension cable because it can cause interference resulting in failing of data.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and make sure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on or near the apparatus.
* To completely disconnect the power input, the mains plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains, as the disconnect device is the mains plug of apparatus.
If the unit works with battery, Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
The apparatus can only be used in moderate extremely cold or climates warm environments should be avoided.
The rating label has been marked on the bottom or back panel of the apparatus.
This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with physical, sensory or mental disabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they're under supervision or have received instructions about the correct use of the device by the person who is responsible for their safety.
This product is intended for non professional use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
Make sure the unit is adjusted to a stable position. Damage caused by using this product in an unstable position or by failure to follow any other warning or precaution contained within this user manual will not be covered by warranty.
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.
Never place this apparatus on other electrical equipment.
Do not use or store this product in a place where it is subject to direct sunlight, heat, excessive dust or vibration.
Do not allow children access to plastic bags.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the power supply cord or the plug, when liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, when the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
*Do not use a damaged power cord or plug or a loose outlet. Doing so may result in fire or electric
Prolonged exposure to loud sounds from personal music players may lead to temporary or permanent hearing loss.

INSTALLATION

Unpack all parts and remove protective material.
*Do not connect the unit to the mains before checking the mains voltage and before all other connections have been made.

* Those instructions are related only to products using power cable or AC power adaptor.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.

DO NOT OPEN RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
shock hazard The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use to the presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
warning The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance.

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.