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Aurora & Calypso MK3

Turntable Manual

*** NOTE : Final Speed must be 
reset accurately after 1 day of 
continuous running at 33rpm ***

It cannot be overstated that it is VERY 
important to read these instructions 

to really get the best out of your 
deck. There are details that are 
rem counter intuitive

.

Arm shown is not included

PLINTH

PLATTER

SUB-CHASSIS

MOTOR POD

Содержание Aurora Mk3

Страница 1: ... after 1 day of continuous running at 33rpm It cannot be overstated that it is VERY important to read these instructions to really get the best out of your deck There are details that are remarkably counter intuitive Arm shown is not included PLINTH PLATTER SUB CHASSIS MOTOR POD ...

Страница 2: ...box for secure future transport Safety Warnings Voltages inside the wallwort or Upgrade transformer optional are dangerous so they must not be opened The output wires from the transformers carry a very low voltage and are therefore safe to handle as are all components inside the motor pod Never use the transformer on equipment other than the turntable or irreparable damage may occur Ensure Mains l...

Страница 3: ... when you insert the spindle and it meets resistance at the bottom This is not a thud of the spindle hitting the bottom but rather a build up of pressure as the bearing lands on a bed of oil By further pressing you can then see the oil being squeezed out at the top Ensure the spindle tapered mating surface is absolutely clean before assembly Place the platter on the spindle and finally add the pla...

Страница 4: ...ch as power amps or power supplies with strong electromagnetic fields are kept away from the motor pod i e not directly underneath or alongside Insert the jack plug of the transformer output cable into the motor pod s largest side hole at the rear Motor Pod position Move the pod into position as shown below The pod and pod cable should not touch the plinth so rotate the pod if necessary Check the ...

Страница 5: ...ently You can listen to the deck from the outset but remember to reset the speed after the 24 hour run in period and then check again after a week or so Initially motors may be a little noisy but soon settle down within a couple of days continuous running Do not run at over 78rpm as this can harm the brushes over prolonged periods Fine Tuning Motor screws It should not be necessary but you can fin...

Страница 6: ...ame procedure as for 33rpm Notes on Belt Motor running Motor Tilt Check that the belt rides clear of the flanges nearly touching is OK but if the belt sinks down to touch the flange you need to either increase belt tension slightly or adjust the tilt of the motor by turning the small crosshead motor mounting screw positioned nearest the platter Motor Noise DC motors are often slightly noisy initia...

Страница 7: ... clip on the underside of the deck This improves performance slightly and safeguards the cables from stressing their joint at the arm base in the event of being tugged The cables should not be tight but form a gentle loop If clamping the cable is undesirable you can omit this step We will cover setting the arm to exactly the correct height later as you need to do a number of other things first Fin...

Страница 8: ...d be replaced every 3 to 4 years so you will need to clean out the old oil with a lint free paper towel or similar wrapped around a thin rod When you do this be sure to also wipe oil off the spindle as this may contain microscopic contamination that s not visible If you ever withdraw the main spindle you should put a few drops of oil into the bearing house to compensate for any possible loss occur...

Страница 9: ...FORE LOWERING INTO BOX VERY IMPORTANT This card and foam peice must be placed here as shown to protect platter and ensure no damage to sub chasses BELT STROBE CARD PLACED IN MOTOR POD PACKING The belt needs to be rolled into a spiral and placed in a small polythene bag if loose packed the belt can get crushed on bends and permanently deformed REPACKING METHOD Please read carefully and pack exactly...

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