Bigben TD016, Operating Instructions Manual

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II - OPERATING THE TURNTABLE
Before use, please make sure to:
- Lift the dust cover.
- Release the tonearm clamp and remove the stylus protector.
A) Listening to records
1. Set the FUNCTION button (16) to the PHONO position.
2. Place a record on the turntable, over the central spindle. Place the EP adapter over the central
spindle when playing 17cm EP records.
3. Set the SPEED selector (5) to 33, 45 or 78 rpm depending on the record.
4. Release the tonearm clamp and remove the stylus protector.
5. Lift the tonearm from the tonearm rest by using the Lift lever.
6. Place the tonearm on the desired position of the record.
7. Gently lower the tonearm onto the record to start playing.
8. When the record is finished the tonearm will automatically stop. Lift the tonearm from the record
and put it back on the rest.
9. To stop manually, lift the tonearm from the record and return it to the rest.
10. Set the AUTO-STOP selector (4) to the ON position to use the auto-stop function.
11. In the ON position, 33 rpm records will automatically stop when the end of the record is reached.
12. 45 and 78 rpm records can play the whole song when the auto-stop function is OFF.
Note: Do not stop or turn the platter manually.
Moving or jarring the turntable without securing the tonearm clamp could result in damage to the tonearm.
Replace the protective cap on the stylus when not in use.
B) Selecting the OFF / PHONO / TUNER function
Turn the OFF/ Phono/ Tuner Function button (16) and hold for 3 seconds to switch between
OFF/ PHONO and TUNER.
LINE-OUT CONNECTION
You can connect the unit to external speakers (4 ohm) via the Speaker output L, R sockets (external
speakers are not included).
Note: Sound will still come from the original built-in speakers even after the external speakers are
connected.
HEADPHONES
You can plug stereo headphones (not included) equipped with a 3.5 mm jack and impedance of 8 ohms
or greater into the headphone jack (15). When using headphones, the speakers are automatically
disconnected.
WARNING: USING HEADPHONES
Please avoid extended play at a very high volume when using headphones.
If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or shut off your unit.
Excessive volume can result in damage to your eardrums and partial or permanent
hearing impairment. If your ears hurt, please contact a doctor.
BASS BOOST
Press the BASS BOOST button (11) once to set it to the ON position, to enjoy a sound with more
powerful bass.