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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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. •...
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