Turntable TT-1012 with Built-in Phono Pre-amplifier - Operating Manual - ArtNr.: 00063199
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Turntable TT-1012 with Built-in Phono Pre-amplifier ArtNr.: 00063199 Operating Manual Revision: *-07-2019
TT-1012 © 2019 This manual is protected by copyright. Any copying or reprint, even in excerpts, is only allowed with written consent of Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH. The same applies to reproduction or copying of images, even in altered form. Contents Included Items ....................................................................................................................... 2 Specifications: .................................................................................................................... 2 Product Description .............................................................................................................. 3 Turntable with Built-in Phono Pre-amplifier ........................................................................ 3 Connections ......................................................................................................................... 4 Headshell ............................................................................................................................. 5 Electrical Connections of the Headshell............................................................................. 5 Intended Purpose .................................................................................................................. 6 SAFETY ................................................................................................................................... 6 Intended Use .......................................................................................................................... 6 Important safety instructions ............................................................................................... 6 Installation and Operation.................................................................................................... 7 Platter Installation ................................................................................................................ 7 Attaching and Removing the Turntable Cover................................................................... 8 Opening and Closing the Turntable Cover ........................................................................ 8 Adjusting the Tonearm ........................................................................................................ 9 Handling Records ..............................................................................................................11 Playing Records ................................................................................................................12 Cleaning Records ..............................................................................................................13 How to set pitch .................................................................................................................14 How to measure pitch .......................................................................................................14 When playback finishes ....................................................................................................14 Recording with a computer ...............................................................................................15 MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................17 WEEE Declaration (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment)..........................18
TT-1012 Thank you for purchasing this turntable. To ensure you will be completely satisfied with this product, read and understand this manual carefully before use. Keep the manual in a safe place. The Operating Manual must be passed on to all subsequent users. Follow the Operating Manual! The signal word WARNING identifies hazards, which can result without precautions in serious injury. The signal word CAUTION identifies hazards, which can result without precautions in minor or moderate injury or impairment to the device. The signal word NOTE indicates general precautions, which should be observed in handling the product. Images used in this manual may differ slightly from the actual product, as long as it has no adverse effect on the properties and safety of the product. All personal formulations in these instructions are to be considered gender neutral. These operating instructions apply to persons who have been supervised or instructed in the operation of the device by a person responsible for their safety and who have proven to be able to handle the device. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit. Do not leave the children unattended. All information contained in this Operating Manual is accurate to the best of our knowledge and belief. Neither the author nor the publisher, however, can be held liable for damages or losses that arise in connection with the use of this Operating Manual. Other product, brand or company designations specified in this document are possibly the trademarks of their respective owners. Compliance with all applicable copyright laws is the responsibility of the user of this document. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 1
TT-1012 Included Items Check to be sure the box includes all the supplied accessories shown below. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these accessories are missing or have been damaged during transportation. 1. 45 RPM adapter x 1 2. Unit x 1 1. (Attention: a slipmat (vinyl protection mat) is not included in the delivery. You can buy it separately at Kirstein.de or in a record store. 3. Turntable cover x 1 4. AC adapter x 1 5. Owner manual x 1 6. Aluminum platter x 1 7. Ground x 1 Specifications: Operating voltage DC15V/330 mA Power Consumption 0.5W in Standby;1.5W in operation Dimensions(L*W*H) 450 x 145 x 360mm Unit Weight 4.58kg Driving Method Belt drive Speeds 33-1/3 and 45RPM S/N ratio 35dB Cartridge type Moving Magnet Needle Audio Technica AT-3600L Turntable Aluminum platter (12’’)diameter recommended Counterweight on tonearm 3.5 g 2 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 Product Description Turntable with Built-in Phono Pre-amplifier 1. Center Spindle 9. Cueing lever 2. Metal Finishing 10. Tonearm 3. Aluminum Platter 11. Pitch Control Knob 4. Strobe Dots 12. Headshell 5. Strobe 13. 45 RPM speed 6. START/STOP button 14. 33 RPM speed 7. Counterweight 15. Target light 8. Anti-Skating-knob 16. Hinges RPM = revolutions per minute 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 3
TT-1012 Connections 1. GND 2. Analog audio output jacks(L/R) 3. PHONO/LINE Selection Switch 4. PC encoding 5. DC input connector 6. Power ON/OFF button 7. BT transmitter ON/OFF button (BT = Bluetooth) 8. Feet 4 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 Headshell Electrical Connections of the Headshell 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 5
TT-1012 Intended Purpose This movable unit is designed for use indoor. The warranty will not apply to units used for professional use. SAFETY Before fitting or removing the unit, ensure that the power cord is disconnected from the mains. Make sure that the unit is positioned so that no one can trip over the power cord. 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. Intended Use Important safety instructions • Do not place anything on the turntable 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. Do not place the unit on top of an amplifier or other equipment that might generate heat the exceeds the operating temperature range of this unit. Doing so could cause discoloration, deformation or malfunction. • As the unit could become warm during operation, always leave sufficient space around it for ventilation. When installing this unit, leave a little space 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 open above it and 10 cm open behind it. Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside and result in free. • 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 turntable could damage the record, the stylus and the cartridge or could cause a malfunction. 6 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 Installation and Operation Before installation, check that the device is disconnected from the power supply. Platter Installation (*Slipmat is available optional) Belt drive: Before starting the device, you kindly need to position the pre-assembled rubber belt over the drive pin, which is located at approx. at 1 p.m. position below the turntable. To get easier access to the rubber belt, it is advisable to turn the turntable by hand so that the cut-out opening of the turntable-plate is above the drive pin. The rubber strap can then be easily positioned around the pin with two fingers. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 7
TT-1012 Attaching and Removing the Turntable Cover To attach: 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 turntable cover hinge holders and insert them. To remove: 3. Hold both edges of the turntable cover and lift it slowly to remove it along with the hinges from the unit. 4. Remove the hinges from the turntable cover. Opening and Closing the Turntable Cover To open: 1. Hold the front edge of the turntable cover and gently lift it open completely until it stops. The turntable cover will stay open in this position. To close: 2. Gently lower the turntable cover until it is closed. Be careful not to pinch your hand when in opening and closing the turntable cover. 8 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 Adjusting the Tonearm Level Balance Adjustment 1. Set the Anti-Skating knob to"0". 2. Release the arm clamp and move the tonearm to the space between the arm rest and the platter. Take care not to damage the stylus. 3. Set the Cueing lever to the down position. 4. Support of the headshell over the finger-lift with one hand and attain the level balance by turning the counterweight either clockwise or counter-clock wise with the other hand. Be sure to hold the counterweight together with the scale ring. "Level balance" means that the tonearm is parallel to the record on the platter, and that the tonearm pipe, therefore, should not tilt toward the counterweight side or the headshell side. 5. Return the tonearm to the arm rest and fasten the arm clamp. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 9
TT-1012 Tracking Force Adjustment (counterweight on tonearm) 1. While turning the counterweight, set the correct tracking force opposite the index line on the counterweight shaft. The tracking force scale ring has 0.5g steps and one full turn of the counterweight will yield a tracking force of 3.5g. Anti-Skating Adjustment 1. Turn the Anti-Skate Knob so that the number corresponding to the required tracking force is opposite the index line. The numbers on the Anti-Skate Knob correspond to 1 g tracking force. 10 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 Handling 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. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 11
TT-1012 Playing Records During playback, do not touch the tonearm or the rotating record. Do not stop turntable rotation during playback. During record playback, feedback could occur if the volume is too loud. If this happens, lower the volume of the amplifier. 1. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the back of the unit to turn it on. 2. Open the turntable cover slowly. 3. Place a record on the turntable. When playing a 45 RPM large-hole single record, use the included adapter. 4. Set according to the rotation speed (RPM)of the record. The rotation speed can be set to 33 1/3 or 45 RPM. 5. Turn the START/STOP rotation knob to START to start the turntable. When the START/STOP rotation knob is set to START, the turntable will start rotating and the blue LED will light. 12 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 6. Move the tonearm clasp to the right to release the tonearm. 7. Lift the cue lever. You can also leave the cue lever down and moved the raised tonearm over the record and then lower the tonearm slowly to start playback. 8. Move the tonearm to the edge of the record or the track where you want to start playback. 9. Lower the cue lever. Lower the tonearm slowly until the stylus touches the record and playback begins. We recommend that you close the turntable cover during record playback to avoid dust. Do not place anything on the turntable cover. Objects on the cover might cause noise due to vibrations or fall off, especially during playback. Cleaning Records • Fingerprints and dust on a record can cause noise and the sound to skip, as well as damage it records 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. • 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 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. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 13
TT-1012 How to set pitch When the external adapter is connected and powered, turn the pitch function on automatically. Use the Pitch Adjust Knob in conjunction with the Pitch to vary the platter’s rotational speed by as much as +/- 50%. How to measure pitch Four rows of strobe dots on the platter edge are designed to measure and verify the platter speed. • When the corresponding row of strobe dots appears to be stationary, the turntable will be at the operating speed; • If the dots appear to be moving to the right, the platter is moving below rated speed; • if the dots appear to be moving to the left, the platter is moving above rated speed. When playback finishes 1. Slightly lift the cue lever or the head-shell hook and return the tonearm to its resting position. 2. Turn the START/STOP rotation knob to STOP to stop the turntable. When the turntable stops, the blue LED will also become unlit. 14 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 Recording with a computer Connect this turnable to a computer using a commercially-available USB cable to convert audio signals from a record to digital data and send them to the computer. Connecting with a computer 1. Connect this record player to a computer using a commercially- available USB cable to convert audio signals from a record to digital data and send them to the computer (as shown on the picture). 2. Turn the computer on: confirm that the operating system is working correctly. 3. Turn the record player on. When they are connected, the computer will automatically detect this unit's USB port and identify it as "USB Audio CODEC". To record audio from this record player using a computer, install software that can be used for audio recording on the computer first. Install Audacity Software 1. Open the software. 2. Click Append Record icon in the software: the encoding is going on. 3. When finish the encoding, click STOP icon. 4. Open the Files icon in the software and save the project. The project can be exported in MP3 or other audio format as you like. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 15
TT-1012 Connecting via Bluetooth Activate Bluetooth transmitter (this will send the audio signal of the vinyl-record to an external Bluetooth-enabled speaker) 1.Switch the Bluetooth receiver (e.g. external BT speaker) into pairing mode. 2. Turn on the turntable and switch to BTTR-ON (Bluetooth Transmitter) at the backside of the device. The Bluetooth LED flashes now. 3. When the pairing has been successfully finished, the LED lights up constantly. 4. Switch BT at the backside to OFF and then the turntable shuts down the Bluetooth connection Send Bluetooth-signals (e.g. songs from a smartphone / tablet etc.) to the turntable and transfer them via a cinch cable to a stereo system/HiFi- device. 1. Connect the turntable to a HiFi- system using suitable cables. 2. Use a smartphone or other Bluetooth device to connect to the turntable with Bluetooth function. The Bluetooth name is TT-1012. 3. The turntable transfers your songs from your smartphone or audio device via BT to the turntable and the connected cinch cable forwards it directly to the HiFi- system. 16 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
TT-1012 MAINTENANCE Disconnect the power cord from the mains before cleaning. If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth or use diluted mild liquid soap. Allow the surface of the unit to dry completely before using. Do not use chemical cleaning cloths, thinner or similar substances as they could damage the surface or the unit. Record styluses are precision parts, so handle them carefully to avoid bending or damaging their tips. If a stylus becomes bent or damaged, it might not be able to follow the audio groove precisely and could damage records or cause another malfunction. If a stylus becomes dirty, use a commercially available stylus cleaner or similar product to clean it. Do not rub the stylus tip forcefully with anything hard. Do not wipe the stylus with thinner or other chemicals. 2020-01-02 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 17
TT-1012 WEEE Declaration (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Your product has been designed and manufactured using quality materials and components that are recyclable and reusable. The symbol means that your product must be disposed separately from household waste at the end of its service life. Dispose of this equipment at your local collection point or recycling center. Please help to protect the environment in which we all live. CE conformity SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Herewith Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH declares that the device/radio unit [Bennet & Ross Plattenspieler TT1012 complies with the EU directive 2014/53/EU. You can download the EC declaration of conformity for this item under download link: http://www.kirstein.de/docs/Konformitaetserklaerung/CE_Konformitaetserklaerung_00063 199.pdf All specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice. All information was correct at time of printing. Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH does not guarantee for the accuracy or completeness of any description, photograph or statement contained in this manual. Printed colors and specifications may vary slightly from product. Products from Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH are only sold through authorized dealer. Distributors and dealers are not agents of Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH and have no authority to bind Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH legally in any way. Musikhaus Kirstein GmbH Bernbeurener Str. 11 86956 Schongau – Germany Telefon/Phone: 0049-8861-909494-0 Telefax/Fax: 0049-8861-909494-19 18 Plattenspieler m. Bluetooth TT-1012 / ArtNr.: 00063199 2020-01-02
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