andover SPINSTAGE Product Manual

andover SPINSTAGE Product Manual

Moving magnet/moving coil phono stage

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SPINST AGE
MOVING MAGNET/MOVING COIL PHONO ST AGE
www.andoveraudio.com
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Summary of Contents for andover SPINSTAGE

  • Page 1 Product Manual SPINST AGE MOVING MAGNET/MOVING COIL PHONO ST AGE www.andoveraudio.com Page 1...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction / Safety Notes.........4 Front and Rear Panels........5 Connections.........6 Performance Optimization - Magnetic Cartridges........7 Performance Optimization - Moving Coil Cartridges / Specifications........8 In Case of Difficulty........9 Guarantee and Warranty Information........10 Contact Information........12 Page 3...
  • Page 4: Introduction / Safety Notes

    The power adapter is used to connect and disconnect the unit from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is easily accessible at all times. Connect the power adapter first to the SpinStage, then plug it into the AC outlet. Never handle the power adapter while your hands are wet or damp.
  • Page 5: Front And Rear Panels

    Front panel control and indicator: Status LED WHITE - Phono input GREEN- Aux input Power/Input switch Short press - Turn on and toggle inputs Long press - Standby Rear panel connections: Input for turntable equipped with a Moving-Coil cartridge. Switch to select Moving-Coil or Moving-Magnet input. Input for turntable equipped with a Moving-Magnet (or Moving-Iron or High Output Moving-Coil) cartridge.
  • Page 6: Connections

    Operating SpinStage Press the INPUT button on the front panel. SpinStage should turn on to the PHONO input as indicated by the WHITE LED on behind the Andover logo icon. Select the input on your audio device that SpinStage is connected to. Adjust your audio device to the desired sound level and enjoy.
  • Page 7: Performance Optimization - Magnetic Cartridges

    Magnetic cartridges perform their best when the input resistance and capacitance of SpinStage matches the values recommended by the cartridge manufacturer. DIP switches, accessable through the bottom panel of your SpinStage, allow adjustment of these parameters, as well as selection of full range output or subsonic filtered output. Refer to the specifications supplied with your cartridge for the manufacturer’s recommended settings.
  • Page 8: Performance Optimization - Moving Coil Cartridges / Specifications

    Input Overload, MM: 120mV @ 1kHz Input Overload, MC: 6mV @ 1kHz Aux Input: Direct passthrough, no active circuitry. Note: Andover Audio subscribes to a policy of continuous improvement. As a result, specifications are subject to change without notice. Page 8...
  • Page 9: In Case Of Difficulty

    Faulty contact between the Tonearm and the Phono input on your SpinStage. Make certain both plugs are firmly and fully inserted. • SpinStage is not switched on, or an incorrect input selected. If using a vintage amplifier, make sure the “Tape Monitor” switch is not engaged. •...
  • Page 10: Guarantee And Warranty Information

    60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee (for orders placed on www.andoveraudio.com) We are so convinced that you will love your new Andover product that if you are dissatisfied in any way, you may return your unit (purchased through www.andoveraudio. com) within 60-days from the time you receive your order for a full refund, minus the cost of any damaged, missing or abused components.
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  • Page 12: Contact Information

    Andover Audio, L.L.C. 15 High Street North Andover, Massachusetts 01845 www.andoveraudio.com | www.andoveraudio.com/support | +1 978.775.3670 Andover is a registered trademark of Andover Audio L.L.C. Page 3 P/N 2300RA...

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