Cartridge Alignment Protractor
Correct cartridge alignment ensures the stylus is positioned properly relative to the grooves on the record.
Incorrect alignment can cause distortion and can also cause unwanted wear and tear on your stylus.
Follow the instructions below to ensure your cartridge is mounted correctly.
Instructions
1. Print and measure the Reference Scale with a ruler to ensure printout is in Actual Size.
2. Cut out the Cartridge Alignment Protractor and carefully cut out the spindle hole (S).
3. Place the protractor on the spindle.
4. With the stylus protector removed, gently place the stylus on point A.
5. Rotate the cartridge so that the sides of the cartridge are parallel with the grid lines (C).
6. Place the stylus on point B and confirm the sides are parallel with the grid lines (D).
7. If the cartridge sides are not parallel at point B move the cartridge forward (fig.1) or
backward (fig.2) and repeat steps 4-6 until the sides are parallel at both points.
Reference Scale
Cartridge Alignment Protractor
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S
A
66mm (2.6”)
B
120.89mm (4.76”)
(fig.1)
C C D D
cartridge
cartridge
(fig.2)
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