Teac TN-175 - Analog Turntable Manual

Before use

Included accessories

Check to be sure the box contains all the included items. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these items are missing or have been damaged during transportation.

Precautions for use

• Do not place anything on the dust cover. Objects on the cover might cause noise due to vibrations or fall off, especially during playback.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight, close to a source of heat or in other similar conditions. Moreover, do not place the unit on an amplifier or any other device that generates heat. Doing so could cause discoloration, deformation or malfunction.
• Also avoid locations that are subject to vibrations or exposed to excessive dust, cold or moisture.
• As the unit could become warm during operation, always leave sufficient space around it for ventilation. When installing this unit, leave a little space (at least 20 cm (8")) between it and other devices and walls to allow good heat dissipation. When placing it in a rack, for example, leave at least 35 cm (13 3/4") open above it and 10 cm (4") open behind it. Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside and result in fire.
• DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK. During playback, the record rotates. Do not lift or move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the record, the stylus, the cartridge or the unit.
• Always remove the record before relocating or moving this unit. Moving the unit with a record on the platter could damage the record, the stylus and the cartridge or could cause a malfunction.
• The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.

Maintenance

Wipe off any dirt on the cabinet and dust cover surfaces using a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with a diluted neutral cleanser.

• Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner or other chemical agents. Doing so could cause surfaces to lose their luster.

For safety, disconnect the power cord from the socket before cleaning.

Using the TEAC Global Site

You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC Global Site: http://teac-global.com/
In the TEAC Downloads section, click the desired language to open the Downloads website page for that language.

Preparing the record player

Keep the unit in standby while setting it up

1. Place the unit on a flat surface.
   The heights of the this unit's feet cannot be adjusted, so place it on a level surface.
2. Place the rubber mat on the turntable platter.
   Place the included rubber mat on the platter before using it.
   

Connections

Connect to line input connectors of amplifier, etc.
Set the PHONO EQ swtich to ON.
Connect to phono input connectors of amplifier, etc.
Set the PHONO EQ swtich to THRU.

Precautions when making connections

• Do not plug the unit in until after making all connections.
• Carefully read the manuals of the devices that you are connecting and follow their instructions when making connections.

1. Analog audio output connectors (L/R)
   These output analog audio signals.
   The PHONO EQ switch setting changes the type of output signal.
   Use the included audio cable (or commercially-available ones) to connect other equipment to the output connectors of this unit.
   
2. PHONO EQ (audio output setting) switch
   ON
   Signals that have been amplified by the built-in equalizer amp are output from the analog audio output connectors (L/R).
   THRU
   The MM cartridge signal is output directly through the analog audio output connectors (L/R).
   Use this when connecting to equipment that has PHONO inputs.
   • When shipped new from the factory, this is set to ON.

ATTENTION
When set to ON, if connected to the PHONO inputs of an amplifier, for example, the output from speakers and headphones will be very loud, which could damage equipment or harm hearing.

3. DC input connector
   After completing all other connections, connect the included AC adapter to this connector. Confirm that the power plug of the AC adapter is plugged into a power outlet.
   • Do not use any AC adapter other than the one included.
   • The included AC adapter has plugs that can be changed. Attach the plug that suits the region where it is being used.

Be sure to connect the power cord to an AC outlet that supplies the correct voltage. Connection to an outlet that supplies incorrect voltage could cause fire or electric shock.
Hold the power plug when plugging it into an outlet or unplugging it. Never pull or yank on the power cord.
Unplug the power cord from the outlet when you are not planning to use the unit for an extended period of time.

4. STANDBY/ON button
   Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn the unit on or put it in standby.

Dust cover

Attaching the dust cover

1. Insert the hinges completely into the hinge holders at the left and right ends of the back of the main unit.
2. Align the tops of the hinges with the dust cover hinge holders and insert them.

• Close the dust cover during playback. Since doing this prevents skipping caused by unintended contact and blocks external sound pressure, it makes noise less likely to occur.
• Do not open or close it when a record is playing. Doing so could, for example, cause the stylus to skip.
• Keep it closed whenever possible to keep dust out.

Removing the dust cover

Hold both edges of the dust cover and lift it slowly to remove it along with the hinges from the unit. Then, remove the hinges from the dust cover.

Opening and closing the dust cover

Opening

Hold the front edge of the dust cover and gently lift it open completely until it stops.
The dust cover will stay open in this position.

Closing

Gently lower the dust cover until it is closed.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers, for example, when opening and closing the dust cover.

Names and functions of parts

1. Platter
   Place records centered on the platter.
2. Counterweight
3. Tonearm lifter lever
   Use to raise and lower the tonearm.
   Leave it down normally.
4. Rotation speed setting switch
   Select the rotation speed indicated on the record to be played.
5. Tonearm holder
   This is a rest for the tonearm. Move the clasp to the right to release the tonearm before playing a record.
6. Tonearm
7. Head shell
8. STOP button
   This stops record playback.
9. Record size selection lever
   Select the size of the record to be played.
10. START button
    This starts record playback.

Notes about record styluses

• If the stylus becomes bent (damaged), it will no longer be able to accurately trace the groove. Since a bent stylus could also damage records and cause malfunction, handle styluses carefully.
• Always use a commercially-available stylus cleaner to clean a stylus. Use of anything other than a stylus cleaner could damage the stylus.

Replacing the stylus

If the tip of the stylus becomes worn, not only will it worsen the sound quality, it could also damage records. After about 400 hours of playback time, replace the stylus with one that we specify.
Please use an Audio-Technica ATN3600L replacement stylus.

• An Audio-Technica AT3600L VM Type cartridge is installed in this unit.
• Follow the replacement instructions in the manual of the replacement stylus.

ATTENTION

• Since loud noises could suddenly occur, put the unit into standby before changing the stylus.
• Be careful not to hurt your hand or the equipment.
• Be careful not to allow small children to accidentally swallow styluses.
• Be aware that bent styluses, for example, that result from insufficient customer caution or an outside cause are not covered by the warranty.

Cartridge replacement is not possible.

Handling records

Holding records

When holding a record or removing it from its sleeve, avoid touching the grooves by holding the record by its label and edge with one hand or by holding it by its edge with both hands.

Cleaning

• Fingerprints and dust on a record can cause noise and the sound to skip, as well as damage the record itself and the stylus. Use a commercially-available record cleaner to clean records. Do not use thinner or anything other than a record cleaner. Such chemicals could harm the surface of the record.
• When using a record cleaner, wipe the surface of the record in a circular motion, following the grooves.
  

Precautions for use

• Do not leave records in places that are exposed to direct sunlight or are very hot or very humid. Leaving a record in such a condition for a long time could result in warping, mold growth or other damage.
• Do not stack multiple records or place heavy objects on top of them. Do not leave records at an angle for long amounts of time, either. Doing so could result in warping or other damage.
• Do not allow hard objects to directly touch the audio grooves. Doing so could cause scratches.
• After you finish playing a record, always put it back into its sleeve for storage. Leaving a record unprotected could result in warping or scratching.
• Do not use cracked records.

Basic operation

Playing records

• Remove the protective cap from the cartridge stylus before using the turntable.

1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the back of the unit to turn it on.
   
2. Open the dust cover slowly.
   
   Be careful not to pinch your hand, for example, when opening and closing the dust cover.
3. Place a record on the platter.
   When playing a 45 RPM large-hole single record, use the included adapter.
   
4. Turn the record size selection lever to select the record size.
   
5. Select the rotation speed indicated on the record.
   The rotation speed can be set to 33 1/3 or 45 RPM.
   
6. Press the START button to start playback.
   
   The platter begins to turn, the tonearm moves to the outer edge of the record, the stylus lowers to the record, and playback begins.
   • Close the dust cover during playback. Since doing this prevents skipping caused by unintended contact and blocks external sound pressure, it makes noise less likely to occur.
   • This playback operation cannot be stopped in the middle.

Do not place anything on top of the dust cover.
ATTENTION

• During playback, do not touch the tonearm or the record. Doing so could damage the stylus tip and cause scratches on the record.
• Do not forcibly stop platter rotation during playback. Since this product is not a turntable designed for DJs (direct drive), doing something like this could cause malfunction.

During record playback, feedback could occur if the volume is too loud. If this happens, lower the volume of the amplifier.

When playback finishes

When the tonearm reaches the lead-out groove of the record, it will automatically rise and return to the tonearm holder, and the platter will stop turning.

Starting playback from a track in the middle of the record

1. Use the tonearm lifter lever to raise the tonearm.
2. Move the tonearm so the cartridge stylus is at the track to be played back.
   When the tonearm is moved above the record, the platter will start turning.
3. Use the tonearm lifter lever to lower the tonearm.
   The tonearm lowers slowly until the stylus touches the record and playback begins.

Stopping playback in the middle

Press the STOP button during playback to make the tonearm rise and return to the tonearm holder. This also stops the platter turning.

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with this unit, please check the following items before requesting service. Something other than this unit could also be the cause of the problem. Please also check that the connected devices are also being used properly. If it still does not operate correctly, contact the retailer where you purchased the unit.

The unit does not turn on.

• Confirm that the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet. Then, press the STANDBY/ON button to turn the unit on.

There is no sound.

• When connecting this unit's analog audio output connectors to the audio input connectors of an amplifier or other equipment, set the PHONO EQ (audio output setting) switch to ON.

Playback is not possible; there is noise.

• Remove the protective cap from the cartridge stylus.
• Fingerprints and dust on a record can cause noise and the sound to skip. Use a commercially-available record cleaner to clean records.
• Clean the stylus.
• If the stylus is worn-out, replace it.
• Place the unit as far away as possible from TVs, microwave ovens and other devices that emit electromagnetic waves.

The pitch is wrong.

• Select the rotation speed indicated on the record.

The sound is skipping.

• Vibrations will cause skipping. Place this unit in a stable location.
• Clean the record.
• Do not use scratched records.

The tonearm does not move even when the START button is pressed.

• Shift the clasp on the tonearm holder to the right to open it.

The tonearm will not lower.

• Use the tonearm lifter lever to lower the tonearm.

The tonearm moves to a position other than the outer edge of the record.

• Turn the record size selection lever to select the record size.

Specifications

Platter

Drive system: Belt drive
Motor: DC motor
Rotation speed: 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
Wow and flutter: 0.2% or less
SN ratio: 67 dB or higher (A-weighted, 20kHz LPF)
Platter: molded resin
290mm (11 1/2") diameter

Tonearm

Tonearm type: Static-balanced straight tonearm
Effective tonearm length: 207.9 mm
Tracking force: 3.5 g

Cartridge

Type: VM (equivalent to MM)
Output voltage: 3.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/s)
Tracking force: 3.5 ±0.5 g
Cartridge weight: 5 ±0.3 g
Included headshell weight: 10 g
(including screws, nuts and wires)

• An Audio-Technica AT3600L VM Type cartridge is installed in this unit.
  Note: VM type cartridges have the same characteristics as MM type cartridges.
• Replacement stylus model: Audio-Technica ATN3600L

ATTENTION
Cartridge replacement is not possible.

Output voltage

PHONO EQ THRU: 2.5 mV
PHONO EQ ON: 150 mV
Output connectors: RCA

General

AC adapter power

• Input: AC 100 V – AC 240 V, 50–60 Hz
• Output: DC 12 V, 500 mA

Power consumption

• Standby: 0.2 W or less
• On (START): 6.0 W or less

Weight: 3.5 kg (7 3/4 lb)
Dimensions (W × H × D) (including protrusions)

• When the dust cover is closed: 420 × 105 × 355 mm (16 5/8" × 4 1/4" × 14")
• When the dust cover is open: 420 × 360 × 380 mm (16 5/8" × 14 1/4" × 15")
• When the dust cover is removed: 420 × 95 × 355 mm (16 5/8" × 3 3/4" × 14")
  • Performance data is specified at 20°C.

Included accessories

Rubber mat × 1
45 RPM adapter × 1
Dust cover × 1
Dust cover hinges × 2
RCA audio cable × 1
AC adapter (GPE006D-120050-Z) × 1
Owner's manual (this document, including warranty) × 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
• IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.
• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.

• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
• The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time.

IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY.