Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USBXP User manual

Brand: Audio-Technica

Model: AT-LP1240-USBXP

Category: Audio turntables

Type: User manual

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Audio-Technica product.

Before using the product, read through this user manual to ensure that you will use the product correctly. Please keep this manual for future reference.

This product can be used only in the countries where the product is sold. Make sure that the operating voltage of the product is correct for the

country you live in.

Package contents

Make sure that you have all the included items listed below before using this product.

If some items are missing or damaged, contact your local Audio-Technica dealer.

• Turntable body

• Dust cover

• Platter

• Slip mat

• Counterweight

• Headshell (AT-HS1) with cartridge (AT-XP5)

• 45 RPM adapter

• USB cable (1.9 m (6.2'))

• RCA audio cable (Approx. 1.4 m (4.6'))

• Power cable

• Stylus target light

• User manual (this document)

After purchase, we suggest that you save all packaging materials for possible future storage, moving, or shipping.

Safety precautions

Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use

it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all

warnings and cautions while using the product.

Cautions for the product

Warning:

• Do not use a power cable other than the included one. Doing so may

cause a fire, electric shock, damage or malfunction.

• Stop using the product and disconnect the power cable from the

product if the product begins to malfunction, producing smoke, odor,

heat, unwanted noise or showing other signs of damage. In such a

case, contact your local Audio-Technica dealer. Continuing to use the

product may cause fire or damage.

• Do not place any naked flame sources (such as lighted candles) on

the product.

• Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product to

prevent electric shock, malfunction or fire.

• Do not subject the product to strong impact to prevent electric shock,

malfunction or fire.

• Do not handle the product with wet hands to prevent electric shock

or injury.

• Do not expose the product to drips or splashes to prevent electric

shock, malfunction or fire.

• Do not put foreign matter such as combustible materials, metal, or

liquid in the product to prevent electric shock, malfunction or fire.

• Do not cover the product with a carpet or a cloth to prevent fire or

injury by overheating.

• Store the included plastic bag out of the reach of small children or

away from a heat sources to prevent accident or fire.

• Place the product close enough to the AC outlet to easily grasp the

power cable plug at any time. In case of emergency, disconnect the

power cable plug of the product quickly.

• Connect the product with Class

Ⅰ

construction to the AC outlet with

a protective grounding connection.

Caution:

• Do not install the product on an unstable surface to prevent injury or

damage from the product falling.

• Do not install the product in a poorly ventilated place to prevent

accident or fire by accumulated heat. Make enough clearance around

the product to radiate heat when installing it on a rack.

• Do not store the product in direct sunlight, near heating devices, or

in hot, humid, or dusty places to prevent electric shock, malfunction

or fire.

• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the

product to prevent electric shock, malfunction or, in the worst case,

fire in the worst case.

• Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner or electrical contact

cleaner to prevent damage or malfunction.

For customers in the USA

UL/CSA notice

Safety instructions

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.

Caution:

To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are

no user-serviceable parts inside. Internal adjustments are for qualified

professionals only. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Caution: 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.

The lightning Flash Symbol, with “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 enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons”.

The exclamation Point Symbol, with “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 product”.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Safety precautions

FCC Notice

Warning:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Caution:

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly

approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this

equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment

generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For customers in Canada

IC statement:

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Notes on use

Turntable body

• Do not set and use the product in locations that are considerably hot

or humid, dirty, or subject to extreme vibrations.

• The product should be positioned on a flat, level surface.

Cartridge

• Attach the protector to protect the stylus when the product is not in

use.

• Do not touch the stylus of the cartridge with your finger.

• Do not allow the cartridge's stylus to bump against the platter or the

edge of the record.

Part names and functions

Overall diagram

Speed range button

Select +/- 10 or 20% speed range.

• +/-50% is selected by pressing both the 10 and 20 buttons

simultaneously.

Quartz button

Turns the pitch function on and off. When the quartz is activated

the platter will hold the RPMs at 0% pitch, regardless of the pitch

slider position and speed range control settings.

Pitch adjust slide control

Use in conjunction with pitch button to vary the platter’s rotational

speed. In the center detent position quartz lock is active.

45-RPM adapter

Adapt 7" records with large center holes to fixed center spindle

Feet

Adjust the level of the product.

Stereo output terminals

Connect the RCA audio cable. Connect it to either the amplifier's (DJ

mixer's) PHONO input jack or its line input jack. The red terminal is

the right channel and the white terminal is the left channel.

Ground (earth) terminal

Connect the amplifier's ground (earth) terminal to this terminal

using the RCA audio cable's ground line.

Pre-amplifier selector switch

If connecting to an amplifier's (DJ mixer's) PHONO input jack, set

this switch to the PHONO position. If connecting to the LINE/AUX

jack of an amplifier (DJ mixer), set this switch to the LINE position.

USB output

Use this output to connect your turntable to the USB input of your

computer.

AC inlet

Use to connect the included power cable.

Power dial

Controls power to the unit.

Dual start/stop buttons

Engages and disengages the motor/platter.

Platter speed buttons

Select 33 or 45 RPM platter speed. 78 RPM is selected by pressing

both the 33 and 45 buttons simultaneously; both buttons should

be illuminated.

Platter

Cast aluminum platter mounts directly to center spindle/motor shaft.

Strobe dots (on platter edge)

Operate in conjunction with stroboscopic light located under the

power dial to provide visual indication of accurate platter speeds.

Spindle

Removable stylus target light

Provides illumination directed at the stylus position for easier

cueing in low light. Easily plugs into jack on top of turntable deck.

Start control knob

Rotate the start control knob to increase or decrease platter start

time between 0.2 – 6.0 seconds. (Minimum setting is the quickest

start; maximum setting is the slowest start to reach selected speed.)

Brake control knob

Rotate the brake control knob to increase or decrease platter brake

time between 0.2 – 6.0 seconds. (Minimum setting is the quickest

stop; maximum setting is slowest.)

Reverse control button

Controls platter’s rotational direction.

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Part names and functions

Tonearm

Counterweight

Balances the tonearm and provides adjustment for proper

downward tracking force on the stylus.

Tracking force gauge ring

Use to adjust the tracking force.

Tonearm height lock

Locks the tonearm height setting.

• Always fully unlock before attempting to make a height adjustment.

Anti-skate control dial

While the record is playing, a force acts on the stylus tip to pull it

inward. This force can be counteracted by setting the same values

for anti-skate and the tracking force.

Tonearm lift control lever

Controls action of tonearm lift.

• Lift mechanism is hydraulically damped to slow tonearm descent.

Tonearm rest with clamp

Use the clamp to secure the tonearm so that it does not move.

Tonearm lift

Moves the tonearm vertically to and from the face of the record.

Tonearm height adjustment dial

Raises and lowers the tonearm to allow it to remain parallel to the

record surface.

Locking ring

Rotate the ring to the left (counterclockwise) to secure the

headshell. To remove the headshell, rotate the ring to the right.

Headshell

The cartridge (AT-XP5) is attached to the headshell (AT-HS1).

Preparation for use

Placing the platter

This product requires some assembly before using it for the first time.

Do not connect the power cable until assembly is complete.

1. Set the platter on the spindle.

• To avoid damaging the spindle when seating the platter, align the positions

of the spindle and the platter's hole, and then slowly seat the platter.

• Make certain that the platter is fully seated on the spindle.

2. Place the slip mat on top of the platter.

Setting up the turntable

• Position the product on a level surface.

• To avoid the effects of vibrations and acoustic pressure, do not

mount the product next to such items as speakers.

• The product may pick up radio static if placed next to a radio.

Therefore, try to keep the product away from radios.

• If the product is near equipment (cell phone, etc.) that emits strong

radio waves, noise may occur.

Leveling the turntable

After positioning the product where you want to use it, adjust the feet

so that the product is level.

• Use a level (sold separately) as needed to ensure that the product is

level.

Assembling the tonearm

1. Remove the cable tie used to secure the tonearm at the time of

delivery.

• Use the clamp to temporarily secure the tonearm to the tonearm rest.

2. Insert the headshell into the tonearm.

• Hold the right and left edges of the headshell so that you do not damage

the stylus or cut the cartridge’s wires.

3. With the headshell inserted, turn the locking ring

counterclockwise (to the left).

4. With the tracking force gauge ring facing forward, attach the

counterweight to the back of the tonearm, and slowly turn it

counterclockwise (to the left).

Tonearm balance and tracking force

In order for the cartridge to pick up sound correctly from the record’s

grooves, the tonearm’s balance and tracking force must be adjusted

to fit the specifications of the cartridge. If the tonearm’s balance and

tracking force are not properly adjusted, the record or the cartridge’s

stylus may become damaged.

• Do not drag the cartridge’s stylus across the record or platter when

adjusting the tonearm’s balance or tracking force. Doing so may

damage the stylus.

Spindle

Platter

Slip mat

Locking ring

Tracking force gauge ring

Preparation for use

Setting tonearm balance

1. Remove the cartridge's protector.

2. While lightly holding the headshell so as not to move the

tonearm, unlatch the clamp.

• The tonearm is tilted because the balance has yet to be adjusted.

3. While still lightly holding the headshell, turn the counterweight to

adjust the tonearm’s balance.

•

Adjust the balance so that the tonearm is level when you release the headshell.

4. Return the tonearm to the tonearm rest and latch the clamp.

Setting tracking force

1. While supporting the counterweight so that it does not move,

turn the tracking force gauge ring so that its “0” position lines up

with the centerline on the back of the tonearm.

• The tracking force is not adjusted simply by turning the tracking force

gauge ring.

2. Turn the counterweight and the tracking force gauge ring

together counterclockwise (to the left) until the centerline value

matches the recommended tracking force value for the cartridge

you are using.

• Refer to the cartridge maker’s specifications for the recommended tracking

force value.

• The standard tracking force value for the cartridge provided with this

product is 3.0 g.

Setting the anti-skate adjustment

While the record is playing, a force acts on the stylus tip to pull it

inward. This force can be counteracted by setting the same values for

anti-skate and the tracking force.

Adjust the anti-skate control dial to have the same value as the tracking

force value.

• The standard tracking force value for the cartridge provided with this

product is 3.0 g.

Installing/removing the dust cover

• The dust cover is designed to protect the product's sensitive

components when the product is not in use. It should remain off

while records are playing.

• Using the dust cover during play may result in record damage or

sound degradation.

• Always remove and replace the dust cover carefully.

Tonearm Counterweight

Adjust so that tonearm is level

Clamp

Centerline

Tracking force

gauge ring

Preparation for use

Setting pre-amplifier selector switch

This product has a built-in phono equalizer function. You can use the

product, even if you do not have a phono amplifier or connectable

equipment with a built-in phono amplifier, by connecting an active

speaker, etc.

Use the pre-amplifier selector switch to set the output, as shown below.

Connectable

equipment being

used

Position of

pre-amplifier

selector switch

Where to connect the

RCA audio cable

Device with phono

input

PHONO Phono input jack and

ground (earth) terminal of

connectable equipment

Device without

phono input

LINE AUX or line input jack of

connectable equipment

PC sound card LINE Sound card's line input jack*

Device with USB

input

LINE USB input of your

computer*

An audio adapter (sold separately) may be required to connect the

RCA audio cable to the PC sound card's line input jack.

Use included USB cable instead of RCA audio cable to connect.

Connecting to connectable equipment (active

speakers, amplifiers, DJ mixer, etc.)

Connecting to audio source

Align the settings for the pre-amplifier selector switch and connect

the RCA audio cable to an input jack that is compatible with the

connectable equipment you are using (amplifier, receiver, active

speakers, sound card, etc.).

The RCA audio cable's red jack is for the right (R) channel, and the

white jack is for the left (L) channel.

• Depending on the equipment you are connecting, a ground (earth)

terminal may exist near the phono input jack. If this is the case,

connect to it using the ground line from the RCA audio cable. This

will help prevent a low humming noise that might otherwise be heard

during playback.

Connecting to computers with USB input

Follow the settings for the pre-amplifier selector switch to connect the

included USB cable to the USB input of your computer.

The included USB cable connects the product to your computer

without need for special drivers.

Audacity (refer to http://www.audacityteam.org for details) and other

compatible third-party recording software packages are available,

allowing you to record from the product to your computer.

• Be sure to set the pre-amplifier selector switch to the LINE position.

Connecting the power cable

Finally, after all audio connections are made, attach the included

power cable to the product. Then connect the power cable’s plug to a

convenient AC outlet.

With PHONO input*

Without PHONO input

Or LINE

connection

To outlet

USB port

To outlet

Connectable

equipment

(amplifier,

DJ mixer,

etc.)

Playing a record

Before playing a record

1. Remove the cartridge's protector.

• If the tonearm is fixed to the tonearm rest, unlatch the clamp.

2. Turn the power dial to the ON position.

• The speed selector and strobe illuminator will light up.

3. If desired, plug in the stylus target light for illumination of the

stylus tip position on the record.

4. Place the record on the platter so that the center hole aligns with

the spindle.

• If playing a 45 RPM record, attach the 45 RPM adapter (see the diagram to

the right below).

5. Set the platter rotation speed (33/45/78) to match that of the record.

• To set the platter speed for 78 RPM, press both the 33 and 45 RPM buttons

simultaneously.

Playing a record

Lower the volume of the amplifier, speakers, etc. sufficiently.

1. Press one of the start/stop button.

• The platter begins to rotate.

2. Raise the tonearm by lifting the tonearm lift control lever to the

UP position.

3. Position the tonearm over the desired location (groove) on the

record.

4. Lower the tonearm by moving the tonearm lift control lever to the

DOWN position. The tonearm descends slowly onto the record

and play begins.

• Alternatively, you can skip steps 2 to 4, and use your fingers to lift the

headshell, move the tonearm over the desired location on the record, and

then place the headshell down to begin playing the record.

• Do not subject the product to strong impact during playback.

Setting pitch

1. Press the quartz button to turn the pitch function off.

• The internal quartz lock holds the platter at the precise rated speed (0 %

pitch), regardless of the pitch slider position and speed range control settings

when the quartz button is on.

2. Use the pitch adjust slide control in conjunction with the pitch

buttons to vary the platter’s rotational speed by as much as +/-

50%.

• When the pitch adjust slide control is in the center detent position, the

quartz lock is active.

Measuring pitch

Four rows of strobe dots on the platter edge are designed to measure

and verify the platter speed (pitch).

Confirm the moves of strobe dots illuminated by the stroboscopic light

located under the power dial.

When the corresponding row of strobe dots appears to be stationary,

the turntable will be at the operating speed percentage indicated below.

If the dots appear to be moving to the right, the platter is moving

below rated speed. If they appear to be moving to the left, the platter is

moving above rated speed.

+7.2 % change in pitch when the dots in the top row are stationary [point

to top row of dots]

+3.3 % change in pitch when the dots in the second row are stationary

[point to second row of dots]

0 % change in pitch (normal speed) when the dots in the third row are

stationary [point to third row of dots]

-3.3 % change in pitch when the dots in the bottom row are stationary

[point to bottom row of dots]

Adjusting platter start speed and brake speed

Rotate the start control knob to increase or decrease platter start time

between 0.2 – 6.0 seconds. (Minimum setting is the quickest start;

maximum setting is the slowest start to reach selected speed.)

Rotate the brake control knob to increase or decrease platter brake

time between 0.2 – 6.0 seconds. (Minimum setting is the quickest stop;

maximum setting is slowest.)

45-RPM

adapter

At 33-1/3 RPM At 45 RPM

Record

Slip mat

Platter

Tonearm lift

control lever

Protector

Playing a record

Reversing the record

If desired, press the reverse control button to reverse the rotation of the

platter.

• The reverse control button will illuminate.

Pausing the record

After lowering the volume of the amplifier, speakers, etc. sufficiently, lift

the tonearm with the tonearm lift control lever.

Stopping the record

1. Lower the volume of the amplifier, speakers, etc. sufficiently.

2. Lift the tonearm lift control lever, return the tonearm to the

tonearm rest, and fix it with the clamp.

3. If using the stylus target light, turn it off by removing it from the

jack.

4. Press one of the start/stop buttons to stop the platter rotation.

• The platter slows down and rotation stops.

5. Turn the power dial to the OFF position.

6. Remove the record after the platter has come to a complete stop.

• To prevent the record from becoming scratched or warped, remove it

after use.

• Do not use a platter other than the one provided.

Care

Turntable body

• When the turntable body is dirty or dusty, first disconnect the power

cable plug, and then wipe off the dirt and dust with a soft, dry cloth.

• Do not use benzenes, thinners, etc.

• When storing the product for a long time, disconnect the power

cable plug from the outlet and wrap the equipment in plastic; do not

allow it to become damp.

Stylus tip

• If dirt and grime are stuck to the stylus tip, clean it before each use.

• We recommend using a stylus cleaner (sold separately) if the stylus

tip is considerably dirty. Clean the stylus tip by moving the brush

from the rear to the front of the stylus tip.

Replacing the stylus

Removing the stylus

• In addition to the deterioration of sound quality, records may also be

damaged as the cartridge’s stylus tip wears down.

• As a rule of thumb, replace the stylus after 300 hours of use. Heavy

scratching may shorten the life of the stylus.

• Be sure to disconnect the product’s power cable plug from the outlet.

1. Release the headshell from the tonearm.

• Fix the tonearm with the clamp and then remove the headshell gently.

2. After removing the cartridge's protector, remove the stylus

by pulling in the direction of the arrow without touching the

cantilever, stylus tip, and magnets.

Installing a new replacement stylus

1. Mount the new replacement stylus to the cartridge.

2. Mount the headshell onto the tonearm.

Replacing a cartridge

Refer to the user manual for the cartridge that you will be using if you

are replacing the cartridge (AT-XP5) included with this product with

another, commercially available cartridge. After you replace the old

cartridge with a new one, you must readjust the overhang and the

tonearm’s balance and tracking force.

1. Release the headshell from the tonearm.

• Use the clamp to secure the tonearm and then remove the headshell gently.

2. Remove the stylus from the cartridge.

• Refer to “Removing the stylus” on p. 11 (this page).

3. Remove the lead tips.

• Be careful not to damage the lead tips.

4. Using a commercially sold, non-magnetic slotted screwdriver,

remove the installation screws, and then remove the cartridge

from the headshell.

5. Refer to the user manual for the new cartridge for mounting

instructions and connecting to the lead tips.

6. Using a commercially sold, non-magnetic slotted screwdriver,

tighten the screws in both places, and then adjust the overhang.

• After the adjustments are complete, tighten the screws securely.

7. Attach the headshell to the tonearm.

8. Adjust the tonearm's height.

• Refer to “Adjusting the tonearm's height” on p. 12 while doing the

adjustments.

9. Adjust the tonearm balance and tracking force.

• Refer to "Setting tonearm balance" and "Setting tracking force" on p. 7.

Pull

Align the position of the inner

protrusion.

Washers

Screws

Nuts

Adjusting the tonearm's height

When installing a cartridge other than the one provided, you must

maintain a suitable distance between the cartridge and the surface of

the record. Place the stylus on the record and confirm that the tonearm

is parallel to the record's surface. If it is not parallel, adjust the height

of the tonearm.

1. Rotate the tonearm height lock to loosen the tonearm's anchor.

2. Rotate the tonearm height adjustment dial and adjust the

tonearm's height.

3. After the adjustments are complete, rotate the tonearm height

lock to set the tonearm.

When the turntable is moved

Using the product's original packing materials, wrap the turntable in

the reverse order from when you unwrapped it. If you do not have the

packaging materials, take the following measures:

• After unplugging the power cable plug from the outlet, remove the

platter, and then wrap it so that it does not get damaged. If the product

is moved while the platter is still seated, it may damage the spindle.

• Fix the tonearm with the clamp.

• Remove the counterweight.

• Remove the headshell from the tonearm with the cartridge's protector

attached, and then wrap the entire headshell assembly so that it does

not get damaged.

• Wrap the turntable body with a soft cloth so that it does not get

damaged.

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

The platter does not spin. • Is the power cable connected to the outlet? Connect power cable to the outlet.

• Has the power cable's plug come off? Check whether or not the plug is properly attached to the product.

The platter spins, but there is

no sound or the volume is not

loud enough.

• Is the cartridge's protector still in place? Remove the cartridge's protector.

• Is the tonearm in the lift position? Lower the tonearm.

• Are the function settings and input for connected equipment (amplifier, etc.) selected correctly? Check

whether the settings for the connected equipment are correct.

• Is the stylus damaged? Check the stylus and replace it, if necessary.

• Is the stylus placed correctly on the body of the cartridge? Check the cartridge and adjust it, if necessary.

• Are the setting positions for the pre-amplifier selector switch correct? Check that the pre-amplifier settings

are correct, noting the following common problems and their causes:

- If there is no sound, or if the volume is not loud enough, the product is set to the “PHONO” position

and connected to the amplifier’s AUX/LINE input.

- If the volume is too loud or is distorted, the product is set to the “LINE” position and connected to the

amplifier's PHONO input.

• Is the tracking force set too heavy? Adjust the tracking force.

The stylus skips. • Is the tracking force set too light or too heavy? Adjust the tracking force.

• Is the anti-skate set improperly? Verify anti-skate is set for same value as cartridge tracking force.

• Is the record warped? Check the record.

• Is the record scratched? Check the record.

There is howling. • Is the product picking up excessive vibrations from the floor, surfaces of the walls, or nearby speakers?

Decrease the vibrations or mount the product on a surface that is not subject to the effects of vibrations.

• Is the product mounted on an unstable surface? Check whether the surface on which the product is

mounted is suitable.

There is noise when the record

is playing.

• Is there dust on the cartridge’s stylus tip? If dust is stuck to the stylus tip, clean it with a commercially

sold brush.

The sound when the record is

playing is either too fast or too

slow.

• Are the speed settings for the product correct? Use the platter speed buttons to select the correct speed

for the type of record being played.

• Is variable pitch engaged? Depress quartz button or return pitch adjust slider to center detent position to

engage quartz lock.

Moving pitch adjust slider

produces no effect.

• If the LED next to the pitch adjust slider center detent position remains blue when the slider is moved,

quartz lock is engaged. Depress the quartz button to disengage the quartz lock and activate variable

pitch. The LED should turn off.

Strobe dots are difficult to see and/

or stylus illuminator is very dim.

• Excessively bright or fluorescent light interferes with strobe indicator. Hold hand, record jacket, etc. over

strobe indicator to shield it from bright light.

Humming is heard during

playback.

• Is the ground line connected correctly? Make sure the ground line is properly connected.

• Is the headshell attached to the tonearm firmly? Make sure the locking ring is tight.

Dimensions

(Unit: mm)

450

353

166.5

Specifications

Turntable specifications

Type

3-Speed, fully manual operation

Motor 16-pole, 3-phase, brushless DC motor

Drive method Direct drive

Speeds 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM

Turntable platter 332 mm diameter die-cast aluminum

Starting torque >4.5 kgf.cm

Braking system Electronic brake

Wow and flutter

< 0.1% WRMS (JIS WTD) with 33 RPM

Signal-to-noise ratio > 55 dB (DIN-B)

Output levels

“PHONO”

“LINE (MM)”

5.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec

300 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec

RIAA

20-20kHz, +1/-3dB (In: 1.5mV 1kHz)

Tonearm specifications

Type

Static balanced S-shaped tonearm

with detachable headshell

Effective length 230 mm

Overhang 15 mm

Maximum tracking error angle Less than 3°

Stylus pressure adjustment

range

0 to 4.0 g

Applicable cartridge weight

range (including headshell)

13 to 18 g

Height of tonearm adjustment

range

0 to 6 mm

Anti-skating range

0 to 3 g

Cartridge and headshell specifications

Cartridge Model AT-XP5

Cartridge Type VM

Recommended load

impedance

47,000 ohms

Output voltage 5.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)

Stylus 0.3 × 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus

Cantilever ABS with carbon

Tracking force range 2.0 to 4.0 g (3.0 g standard)

Cartridge weight 6.2 g (0.22 oz)

Headshell model AT-HS1

Headshell weight 10 g (0.35 oz)

Headshell overhang

adjustment

± 4 mm

USB function

A/D, D/A 16 bit 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz USB

selectable

Computer interface USB 1.1 Compliant Windows 7 or

above, or MAC OSX or above

General specifications

Power supply requirements 120V AC, 60 Hz (U.S.A)

240V AC, 50 Hz (Australia)

230V AC, 50 Hz (Singapore)

Power consumption 13 W

Dimensions 450 mm (17.72") × 353 mm (13.90")

× 166.5 mm (6.56")

(W × D × H)

Weight 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)

Accessories Slip mat, dust cover, platter, 45 RPM

adapter, counterweight, headshell

with cartridge, power cable, USB

cable, dual RCA (male) cable with

integrated ground wire, stylus target

light

Replacement stylus

(sold separately)

ATN-XP5

Replacement headshell

(sold separately)

AT-HS1

Specifications are subject to change without notice due to

improvements.

Introduction

Nous vous remercions d’avoir fait l’acquisition de ce produit Audio-Technica.

Avant de l’utiliser, lisez entièrement ce manuel de l’utilisateur afin de vous assurer d’utiliser correctement le produit. Conservez ce manuel pour

référence ultérieure.

Ce produit ne peut être utilisé que dans les pays où il est vendu. Veillez à ce que la tension d’utilisation du produit corresponde à celle employée

dans le pays d’utilisation.

Contenu de l’emballage

Vérifiez que tous les articles inclus dans liste ci-dessous sont présents avant d’utiliser le produit.

Si certains éléments sont manquants ou endommagés, contactez votre distributeur local Audio-Technica.

• Corps de la platine

• Couvercle anti-poussière

• Plateau

• Tapis antidérapant

• Contrepoids

• Porte-cellule (AT-HS1) avec cellule (AT-XP5)

• Adaptateur 45 tours

• Câble USB (1,9 m)

• Câble audio RCA (environ 1,4 m)

• Câble d’alimentation

• Éclairage de cible de la pointe de lecture

• Manuel d’utilisation (ce document)

Après l’achat, nous vous suggérons de conserver tous les emballages pour un éventuel stockage, déménagement ou transport.

Consignes de sécurité

Bien que ce produit soit conçu pour une utilisation sûre, une utilisation

incorrecte peut entraîner un accident. Pour garantir la sécurité,

respectez tous les avertissements et consignes lors de l’utilisation du

produit.

Consignes relatives au produit

Avertissement:

• N’utilisez pas un autre câble d’alimentation que celui fourni. Vous

risqueriez de provoquer un incendie, un choc électrique, une

détérioration ou un dysfonctionnement.

• Cessez d’utiliser le produit et débranchez le câble d’alimentation

si le produit commence à dysfonctionner, émet de la fumée, une

odeur, de la chaleur, un bruit indésirable ou présente d’autres signes

de détérioration. Dans un tel cas, contactez votre distributeur local

Audio-Technica. Poursuivre l’utilisation du produit peut entraîner un

incendie ou des dommages.

• Ne placez pas de flammes nues (telles que des bougies allumées) sur

le produit.

• Pour éviter tout choc électrique, dysfonctionnement ou incendie,

ne démontez pas, ne modifiez pas le produit et ne tentez pas de le

réparer.

• Pour éviter tout choc électrique, dysfonctionnement ou incendie,

n’exposez pas le produit à un fort impact.

• Pour éviter tout choc électrique ou blessure, ne manipulez pas le

produit avec les mains humides.

• Pour éviter tout choc électrique, dysfonctionnement ou incendie,

n’exposez pas le produit à des gouttes ou éclaboussures humides.

• Pour éviter tout choc électrique, dysfonctionnement ou incendie, ne

placez pas de corps étrangers tels que matières combustibles, métal

ou liquide dans le produit.

• Pour éviter tout incendie ou blessure par surchauffe, ne recouvrez

pas le produit de moquette ou tissu.

• Pour éviter tout accident ou incendie, rangez le sac en plastique

fourni avec le produit hors de portée des jeunes enfants et éloigné

des sources de chaleur.

• Placez le produit suffisamment près de la prise secteur pour pouvoir

saisir aisément la fiche du câble d’alimentation à tout moment. En

cas d’urgence, débranchez rapidement la fiche du câble d’alimentation

du produit.

• Branchez le produit à une prise secteur de classe

Ⅰ

avec mise à la

terre de protection.

Attention:

• N’installez pas le produit sur une surface instable pour éviter les

blessures ou les détériorations en cas de chute du produit.

• Pour éviter tout accident ou incendie dû à l’accumulation de

chaleur, n’installez pas le produit dans un lieu mal aéré. Ménagez

suffisamment d’espace autour du produit pour que la chaleur se

diffuse s’il est installé dans une baie.

• Pour éviter tout choc électrique, dysfonctionnement ou incendie, ne

stockez dans un endroit où il est exposé aux rayons directs du soleil

ni dans un lieu chaud, humide ou poussiéreux.

• Ne placez pas d’objets remplis de liquide, tels que vase, sur le produit

pour éviter tout choc électrique, dysfonctionnement ou, dans le pire

des cas, un incendie.

• N’utilisez pas de substances chimiques telles que benzine, diluant

ou nettoyant pour contacts électriques afin d’éviter dommages ou

dysfonctionnement.

Pour les clients aux États-Unis

Notice UL/CSA

Consignes de sécurité

1. Lisez ces instructions.

2. Conservez ces instructions.

3. Respectez tous les avertissements.

4. Suivez toutes les instructions.

5. N’utilisez pas cet appareil à proximité de l’eau.

6. Nettoyez uniquement avec un chiffon sec.

7. Ne bloquez aucun aérateur. Installez le produit conformément aux

instructions du fabricant.

8. N’installez pas le produit à proximité de sources de chaleur

telles que radiateurs, chauffage, cuisinières ou autres appareils

(notamment amplificateurs) qui produisent de la chaleur.

9. Ne déjouez pas l’objectif de sécurité de la fiche polarisée ou avec

mise à la terre. Une fiche polarisée compte deux lames, l’une plus

large que l’autre.

Une fiche avec mise à la terre compte deux lames plus une

troisième broche de mise à la terre. La lame large ou la troisième

broche est présente pour votre sécurité. Si la fiche fournie ne s’insère

pas dans votre prise, consultez un électricien pour remplacer la prise

obsolète.

10. Protégez le cordon d’alimentation des pas ou des pincements,

particulièrement au niveau des fiches, des réceptacles de service et

du point où il sort de l’appareil.

11. Utilisez uniquement les raccords/accessoires spécifiés par le

fabricant.

12. Utilisez uniquement le chariot, socle, trépied, support ou table

spécifié par le fabricant ou vendu avec l’appareil. Lorsque vous

utilisez un chariot, déplacez la combinaison chariot/appareil avec

précaution pour éviter tout accident dû à un renversement.

13. Débranchez cet appareil pendant les orages ou lorsqu’il demeure

inutilisé pendant une période prolongée.

14. Réservez toutes les opérations de réparation à du personnel qualifié.

Une réparation est nécessaire lorsque l’appareil a été endommagé

d’une quelconque manière, comme par exemple lorsque le cordon

d’alimentation est endommagé, si du liquide a été renversé ou si

des objets sont tombés dans l’appareil, s’il a été exposé à la pluie

ou à l’humidité, s’il ne fonctionne pas normalement ou a chuté.

Attention:

Pour éviter tout choc électrique, n’ouvrez pas le boîtier.

Il ne contient aucune pièce réparable par l’utilisateur. Les réglages

internes doivent être réservés à des professionnels qualifiés. Réservez

toutes les opérations de réparation à du personnel qualifié.

Attention: Pour éviter tout choc électrique, n’utilisez pas cette prise

polarisée avec une rallonge électrique, un réceptacle ou une autre

prise si les lames ne s’insèrent pas entièrement pour les protéger de

toute exposition.

Le symbole d’éclair, avec «l’éclair présentant une flèche

dans un triangle équilatéral, est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur

de la présence de «tension dangereuse» non isolée à

l’intérieur du boîtier du produit, d’une ampleur constituant

un risque de choc pour les personnes».

Le symbole de point d’exclamation, avec «le point

d’exclamation dans un triangle équilatéral est destiné

à alerter l’utilisateur de la présence d’instructions de

fonctionnement et d’entretien (réparation) importantes

dans la documentation qui accompagne le produit».

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

Consignes de sécurité

Notice FCC

Avertissement:

Cet appareil est conforme à la section 15 des règles FCC. Son

fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) Cet

appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférence nuisible et (2) cet appareil

doit accepter toute interférence reçue, notamment celles qui peuvent

provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.

Attention:

Vous êtes informé que tous les changements et modifications qui ne

sont pas expressément approuvés dans ce manuel peuvent annuler

votre droit d’utilisation de cet équipement.

Remarque: Cet équipement a été testé et déclaré conforme avec les

limites concernant les appareils numériques de classe B, conformément

à la section 15 des règles FCC. Ces limites sont destinées à assurer

une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans

une installation résidentielle. Cet équipement génère, utilise et peut

diffuser une énergie de radiofréquence et, s’il n’est pas installé et utilisé

conformément aux instructions, peut provoquer des interférences

nuisibles pour les communications radio. Il n’est toutefois apporté

aucune garantie que l’interférence ne se produise pas dans une

installation particulière. Si cet équipement provoque une interférence

nuisible pour la réception radio ou télévision, ce qui peut être déterminé

en arrêtant l’équipement et en le remettant en marche, l’utilisateur est

invité à tenter de corriger l’interférence en adoptant une ou plusieurs

des mesures suivantes:

– Réorienter ou déplacer l’antenne de réception.

– Augmenter l’écart entre l’équipement et le récepteur.

– Brancher l’équipement dans une prise sur un circuit différent de celui

auquel le récepteur est branché.

– Consulter un revendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expérimenté.

Pour les clients au Canada

Déclaration IC:

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Remarques d’utilisation

Corps de la platine

• Ne placez pas et n’utilisez pas le produit dans des endroits soumis à

de fortes chaleurs ou une humidité élevée, très sales ou soumis à des

vibrations extrêmes.

• Le produit doit être placé sur une surface plane et lisse.

Cellule

• Fixez la protection sur la cellule lorsque le produit n’est pas utilisé.

• Ne touchez pas la pointe de lecture de la cellule avec le doigt.

• Empêchez la pointe de lecture de percuter le plateau ou le bord du

disque.

Noms des pièces et fonctions

Schéma d’ensemble

Boutons de la plage de vitesse

Sélectionnez une plage de vitesse +/- 10 ou 20%.

• Pour sélectionner +/-50%, appuyez simultanément sur les

boutons 10 et 20.

Bouton à quartz

Active et désactive la fonction de pitch. Lorsque le quartz est

activé, le plateau maintient la vitesse de rotation à un pitch de

0%, quelle que soit la position du curseur de pitch et les réglages

de commande de plage de vitesse.

Curseur de commande de réglage du pitch

Utiliser conjointement au bouton de pitch pour varier la vitesse de

rotation du plateau. Le verrouillage du quartz est actif en position

centrale de détente.

Adaptateur 45 tours

Adapte les disques de 7pouces à grand trou central à l’axe central

fixe

Pieds

Ajuste le niveau du produit.

Bornes de sortie stéréo

Branchez le câble audio RCA. Branchez-le à la prise d’entrée

PHONO de l’amplificateur (mixage DJ) ou à sa prise d’entrée de

ligne. La borne rouge correspond au canal de droite et la borne

blanche au canal de gauche.

Borne de masse (terre)

Connectez la borne de masse (terre) de l’amplificateur à cette

borne en utilisant la ligne de masse du câble audio RCA.

Sélecteur de préamplificateur

Si vous utilisez un amplificateur avec une prise entrée PHONO

(mixage DJ), placez cet interrupteur en position PHONO. En cas

de connexion d’un amplificateur (mixage DJ) à la prise LINE/AUX,

placez ce sélecteur sur la position LINE.

Sortie USB

Utilisez cette sortie pour raccorder votre platine à l’entrée USB de

votre ordinateur.

Entrée d’alimentation

Utilisez-la pour brancher le câble d’alimentation fourni.

Cadran de puissance

Contrôle la puissance de l’appareil.

Double bouton marche/arrêt

Engage et désengage le moteur/plateau.

Boutons de vitesse du plateau

Sélectionnez vitesse du plateau 33 ou 45 tours. Pour sélectionner

78 tours, appuyez simultanément sur les boutons 33 et 45 tours;

les deux boutons doivent être allumés.

Plateau

Le plateau en fonte d’aluminium s’installe directement sur l’axe

central/l’axe du moteur.

Points stroboscopiques (sur le bord du plateau)

Utiliser conjointement à la lumière stroboscopique située sous

le cadran de puissance pour fournir une indication visuelle des

vitesses de plateau précises.

Axe

Éclairage de cible de la pointe de lecture amovible

Assure l’éclairage dirigé sur la position de la pointe de lecture pour

une meilleure indication visuelle par faible éclairage. Branchement

facile dans la prise sur le dessus de la platine.

Molette de commande de démarrage

Tournez la molette de commande de démarrage pour augmenter

ou diminuer le temps de démarrage du plateau entre 0,2 et 6,0

seconde. (Le réglage minimum correspond au démarrage le plus

rapide; le réglage maximum correspond au démarrage le plus lent

pour atteindre la vitesse sélectionnée.)

Molette de commande de frein

Tournez la molette de commande de frein pour augmenter ou

diminuer le temps de freinage du plateau entre 0,2 et 6,0 seconde.

(Le réglage minimum correspond à l’arrêt

le plus rapide; le réglage maximum correspond au plus lent.)

Bouton de commande d’inversion

Commande le sens de rotation du plateau.

7 8 9

4 6

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Noms des pièces et fonctions

Bras de lecture

Contrepoids

Équilibre le bras de lecture et permet d’ajuster la force d’appui

vers le bas correcte sur la pointe de lecture.

Bague de réglage de la force d’appui

Utilisez pour régler la force d’appui.

Verrou de hauteur du bras de lecture

Verrouille le réglage de hauteur du bras de lecture.

• Déverrouillez toujours complètement avant d’effectuer un

réglage de hauteur.

Cadran de commande anti-patinage

Pendant la lecture du disque, une force agit sur la pointe de lecture

pour la tirer vers l’intérieur. Cette force peut être contrebalancée

en réglant les mêmes valeurs pour la force anti-patinage et la

force d’appui.

Levier de commande de levage du bras de lecture

Contrôle l’action de levage du bras de lecture.

• Le mécanisme de levage est amorti par hydraulique pour ralentir

la descente du bras de lecture.

Support de bras de lecture avec pince

Utilisez la pince pour fixer le bras de lecture afin qu’il ne bouge

pas.

Porte-bras de lecture

Déplace le bras de lecture verticalement vers et depuis la face du

disque.

Cadran de réglage de hauteur du bras de lecture

Soulève et abaisse le bras de lecture afin qu’il demeure parallèle à

la surface du disque.

Bague de verrouillage

Tournez la bague vers la gauche (dans le sens anti-horaire) pour

fixer le porte-cellule. Pour enlever le porte-cellule, tournez la bague

vers la droite.

Porte-cellule

La cellule (AT-XP5) est fixée sur le porte-cellule (AT-HS1).

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