User manual PRO-JECT DEBUT III E

[. . . ] Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the socket (13) on the rear of the record player before connecting the power supply to the mains. Switching on and off Pressing the power switch (20) alternately starts or stops the motor. Cartridge downforce adjustment The counterweight (6) supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 3, 5 - 5, 5g. Alternative counterweights for cartridges weighing between 6 - 9g or 1, 5 - 3g are available as accessory parts. Downforce adjustment must be completed with the anti-skating weight and the drive belt removed, and the motor running. Pushing carefully, turn the counterweight (6) onto the rear end of the tonearm tube (9), and so that the downforce scale (6a) shows towards the front of the player. [. . . ] Line inputs (such as CD, Tuner, Tape or Video) are not suitable. Take care to connect the left and right channels correctly. The right channel is usually marked red, the left channel black or white. Check the manual supplied with your amplifier for relevant information. The earthing wire of the tonearm lead should be connected to the earth terminal on your amplifier (if provided). If your amplifier does not have an input suitable for phono cartridges you will require a separate phono amplifier stage for MM or MC cartridges such as the PRO-JECT PHONO BOX or the PRO-JECT TUBE BOX which is then connected between the record player and a free line level input of the amplifier. For detailed product information please refer to the Pro-Ject web site www. project-audio. com. The recommended load resistance for the factory fitted cartridge is: 47kohms /MM-input Fitting the lid Fit the lid (dust cover 10) carefully over the hinge prongs and adjust the screws (12) until the lid stays open where you want it to without being too stiff to open or close. Using the automatic start & stop facility Before starting record replay, lower the tonearm lift lever until it is about horizontal. By switching the power on/off switch (20) record replay can be started and stopped at any position across the record. The tonearm lift is raised or lowered accordingly when the power is turned on or off. The tonearm cannot be lowered manually whilst the turntable is turned off, as it is held in position by an electromagnetic switch. The manual lift function is only available when the turntable is turned on and the platter is revolving. Changing replay speed To play records at 45 r. p. m. Using the accessory tool provided (3a), hook the belt (3) over the larger diameter part of the motor pulley (2). repeat the proceedings using the smaller step on the pulley. Automatic switch-off When the needle reaches the runout groove the motor is turned off by the electronic circuit, which also controls a mechanical link to activate the tonearm lift. Maintenance and cleaning Your record player requires little or no regular maintenance. Remove dust with a slightly moistened antistatic cloth. Never use a dry cloth because this will create static electricity which attract more dust!Antistatic cleaning fluids are available at specialist stores but must be applied sparingly to avoid damage to rubber parts. It is recommended to fit the needle cover before cleaning or maintenance is carried out to avoid damage. If the player is not used over a long period of time the drive belt can be removed to prevent unequal stretching. ! Always disconnect the record player from the mains power supply as a precaution before maintenance! Useful tips The record player should be positioned on a low-resonance surface such as wood or multiple layer ply board to avoid structural vibrations disturbing replay. © Audio Trade GmbH · Pro-Ject Debut III E / Ortofon OM 5E · Revision 1. 3. 08/1. 5. 08 5 Fitting and connecting the cartridge ** All cartridges with half inch mounting holes can be fitted. Leaving the needle's protection cover on, fit the cartridge to the headshell using the screws supplied with the cartridge by passing one screw through each slot in the headshell (21). Connect the tonearm wires to the cartridge pins as follows: white left channel positive (L+) red right channel pos. (R+) green right channel return (R -) blue left channel return (L -) The full sound quality of the record player can only be achieved if the cartridge is correctly adjusted. [. . . ] The platter doesn't turn although the unit is switched on: The unit is not connected to the mains power supply. Drive belt is not fitted or has slipped off. No signal through one or other channel or both channels: No signal contact from the cartridge to the internal tonearm wiring or from that to the arm lead or from that to the phono box or between that and the amplifier. This could be due to a faulty plug, broken wire or solder joint or simply loose plug/socket connection. [. . . ]