VPI JMW-12.7 Setup And Instruction Manual

The hr-x rim drive reference turntable & jmw-12.7 tonearm

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THE HR-X RIM DRIVE
REFERENCE TURNTABLE &
JMW-12.7 TONEARM
SETUP AND INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
IMPORTANT NEW INFORMATION: THE ACCURACY AND SOUND OF THE RIM
DRIVE IS VERY DEPENDENT ON THE PERFECT ROUNDNESS OF THE PLATTER.
YOUR NEW HR-X RIM DRIVE HAS THE PRECISION ALUMINUM PLATTER WE USE
ON THE CLASSIC 3 TO GIVE THE BEST SPEED STABILITY AND ACCURACY OF
SOUND.
VPI INDUSTRIES INC., 77 CLIFFWOOD AVE #3B, CLIFFWOOD N.J. 07721
PHONE: 732-583-6895 Email: sales@vpiindustries.com
www.vpiindustries.com
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JMW 12.7 Tonearm Setup and Adjustment
Cartridge Mounting
Mounting the cartridge to the tonearm headshell using provided hardware.
Counterweight Adjustment
Adjusting counterweight for azimuth and vertical tracking force.
Overhang and Alignment
Aligning the cartridge stylus for minimal distortion.
Tracking Force Setting
Setting the correct stylus tracking force using a gauge.
Azimuth Adjustment
Setting the lateral balance of the tonearm for proper tracking.
Anti-Skating Adjustment
Adjusting the anti-skate force to counteract skating.
Arm Height (VTA)
Adjusting the vertical tracking angle for optimal sound.
Connecting to Preamplifier
Connecting the turntable's audio output and ground.
Important Operational Notes
Crucial notes on break-in, oiling, and drive system.
Tonearm Damping
Filling the tonearm bearing with damping fluid.
Playing a Record
Instructions on placing records and using the clamp.

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