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DIRECT DRIVE MANUAL TURNTABLE SYSTEM
DP-DJ151
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D'EMPLOI
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION
FOR EUROPEAN MODELS ONLY
· DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which
this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Directive.
· ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG
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Wir erklären unter unserer Verantwortung, daß dieses Produkt, auf
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das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, den folgenden Standards entspricht:
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EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 und EN61000-3-3.
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Entspricht den Verordnungen der Direktive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC
KEY ADJUST PITCH und 93/68/EEC.
· DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
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Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité que l'appareil, auquel
SLOW
BRAKE
se réfère cette déclaration, est conforme aux standards suivants:
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EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 et EN61000-3-3.
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D'après les dispositions de la Directive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC et
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93/68/EEC.
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· DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
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DP-DJ151 Digital
Declaramos bajo nuestra exclusiva responsabilidad que este producto
al que hace referencia esta declaración, está conforme con los
siguientes estándares:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 y EN61000-3-3.
Siguiendo las provisiones de las Directivas 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC y
93/68/EEC.
FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 05 ~ PAGE 09
FÜR DEUTSCHE LESER SEITE 10 ~ SEITE 14
POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 15 ~ PAGE 19
PARA LECTORES DE ESPAÑOL PAGINA 20 ~ PAGINA 24
"SERIAL NO.
PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE"
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IMPORTANT TO SAFETY NOTE:
This unit may cause interference to radio and television reception if
WARNING: you do not operate it in strict accordance with this OPERATING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT INSTRUCTIONS.
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit complies with Class B computing device rules in
CAUTION: accordance with the specifications in Sub-part J or Part 15 of the
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
1. Handle the power supply cord carefully
against such interference in a residential installation. If the unit
Do not damage or deform the power supply cord. If it is damaged does cause interference to any radio or television reception, try to
or deformed, it may cause electric shock or malfunction when reduce it by one or more of the following means:
used. When removing from wall outlet, be sure to remove by a) Turn the other unit to improve reception
holding the plug attachment and not by pulling the cord. b) Move this unit
2. Do not open the bottom cover c) Move this unit away from others
d) Plug this unit respectively into a different AC outlet
In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the bottom cover.
If problems occur, contact your DENON dealer. This is note in accordance with Section 15.838 of the FCC Rules.
3. Do not place anything inside
Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the turntable · FOR U.S.A. & CANADA MODEL ONLY
system. CAUTION
Electric shock or malfunction may result.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Please, record and retain the Model name and serial number of your
set shown on the rating label.
· POUR LES MODELES AMERICAINS ET
Model No. DP-DJ151 Serial No.
CANADIENS UNIQUEMENT
ATTENTION
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU
FOND.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
CAUTION
This equipment has a voltage selector switch. 230V
115
Check the voltage selector switch is set to an appropriate voltage
in your area before use. 230
115V
ex. U.S.A. & CANADA : 115 V
EUROPE : 230 V
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating 12. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be
instructions should be read before the appliance is routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
operated. pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
should be retained for future reference.
appliance.
3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the
14. Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as
operating instructions should be adhered to.
recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions
15. Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away
should be followed.
from power lines.
5. Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used
16. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna is
near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage
swimming pool, and the like.
surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the
6. Carts and Stands The appliance should be used only with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
6A. An appliance and cart an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
combination should be location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
moved with care. electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Quick stops, excessive See Figure A.
force, and uneven
surfaces may cause 17. Nonuse Periods The power cord of the appliance should
the appliance and cart be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
combination to overturn. period of time.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be 18. Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
manufacturer. enclosure through openings.
8. Ventilation The appliance should be situated so that its 19. Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be
location or position does not interfere with its proper serviced by qualified service personnel when:
ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may or
block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may appliance; or
impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
9. Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat exhibits a marked change in performance; or
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. damaged.
10. Power Sources The appliance should be connected to a 20. Servicing The user should not attempt to service the
power supply only of the type described in the operating appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance. instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
11. Grounding or Polarization Precautions should be taken so qualified service personnel.
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is 21. Internal/External Voltage Selectors Internal or external
not defeated. voltage selector switches, if any, should only be reset and
re-equipped with a proper plug for alternative voltage by a
FIGURE A qualified service technician. Do not attempt to alter this
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL yourself.
ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOL
NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L'UTILISATION /
NOTAS SOBRE EL USO
· Do not let foreign objects in the set.
· Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust. · Keine fremden Gegenstände in das Gerät kommen
· Halten Sie das Gerät von Feuchtigkeit, Wasser und lassen.
Staub fern. · Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans l'ap-
· Avoid high temperatures. · Protéger l'appareil contre l'humidité, l'eau et la
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed pareil.
poussière. · No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo.
on a rack. · Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad, agua y
· Vermeiden Sie hohe Temperaturen. polvo.
Beachten Sie, daß eine ausreichend Luftzir-
kulation gewährleistet wird, wenn das Gerät auf
ein Regal gestellt wird.
· Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d'une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l'installation sur une étagè-re.
· Evite altas temperaturas.
Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor cuando
· Unplug the power cord when not using the set for · Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come
está instalado en la consola.
long periods of time. in contact with the set.
· Wenn das Gerät eine längere Zeit nicht ver-wendet · Lassen Sie das Gerät nicht mit Insektiziden, Benzin
werden soll, trennen Sie das Netzka-bel vom oder Verdünnungsmitteln in Berüh-rung kommen.
Netzstecker. · Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du
· Débrancher le cordon d'alimentation lorsque benzène et un diluant avec l'appareil.
l'appareil n'est pas utilisé pendant de longues · No permita el contacto de insecticidas, gasoli-na y
périodes. diluyentes con el equipo.
· Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando no utilice
el equipo por mucho tiempo.
· Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
· Gehen Sie vorsichtig mit dem Netzkabel um.
Halten Sie das Kabel am Stecker, wenn Sie den
Stecker herausziehen. · Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.
(For sets with ventilation holes)
· Manipuler le cordon d'alimentation avec pré- · Versuchen Sie niemals das Gerät auseinander zu
caution. · Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. nehmen oder auf jegliche Art zu verändern.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cor-don. · Die Belüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht ver-deckt · Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l'appareil d'une
· Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado. werden. manière ou d'une autre.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el cordón · Ne pas obstruer les trous d'aération. · Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de nin-guna
d energía. · No obstruya los orificios de ventilación. manera.
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Thank you very much for purchasing the DENON direct drive manual Please check to make sure the following items are included with
turntable system. the main unit in the carton:
Please read the operating instructions thoroughly in order to acquaint (1) Operating instructions (these instructions) .....................1
yourself with the turntable system and achieve maximum satis- (2) Platter .....................................................................1
faction from it. (3) Slip mat ..................................................................1
(4) Counterweight .........................................................1
(5) 45 rpm adaptor .........................................................1
TABLE OF CONTENTS (6) Headshell ..................................................................1
(7) Dust cover ...............................................................1
FEATURES ...........................................................................5
(8) AC cord ..................................................................1
z ASSEMBLY ..................................................................5, 6 (9) Connecting cord .........................................................1
x PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ....................................6, 7
FEATURES
c ADJUSTMENTS ...............................................................7
1. High torque brush less DC motor
v CONNECTIONS ...............................................................8
This set uses a high torque brushless DC motor to reach the
b OPERATION ...............................................................8, 9 normal speed of rotation rapidly and reduce braking time.
n TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................9 2. ±12 % pitch control
The pitch can be changed in a range of ±12 % using a pitch slider.
m MAIN SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................9
A pitch on/off button lets you return to the normal speed of
rotation at the touch of a button.
3. Key adjust
When "Key Adjust" is on, musical key tone can be kept constant
even the platter speed is changed with the slider.
4. 3-stage braking speed
You can select one of 3 record stop times.
5. 78 rpm compatible
This set can play 33, 45 and 78 rpm records.
6. Digital out
The music is output in the digital format and reproduced on an
external digital processor or an MD recorder.
7. Builtin equalizing amplifier for MM type cartridge.
1 ASSEMBLY
· Do not plug in the power cord until assembly is completed.
(1) Mounting the platter
Slip mat 1 Remove all the parts in the box.
Remove the packaging materials from the main unit
and all the parts.
· Set the parts on the floor, a table or another stable
2
surface when removing the packaging materials.
Handling the parts roughly could result in scratches or
deformation.
Platter
Check the voltage selector switch is set to an
appropriate position.
3
Voltage selector switch ex. U.S.A. & CANADA : 115 V
EUROPE : 230 V
Motor shaft
4 Insert the platter onto the motor shaft.
Set the slip mat on the platter, lining it up with the
5 motor shaft.
(2) Mounting the counterweight
Mount the counterweight on the shaft at the back of
1 the tone arm.
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(3) Mounting the cartridge q Power dial (POWER)
· The cartridge is not included. ON Rotate right
OFF Rotate left
Mount your cartridge on the head shell. w Start/Stop button (START/STOP)
· The head shell's lead wires are color-coded. Use · Press this button to start and stop the platter rotation.
tweezers or the like to securely connect the lead wires
to the corresponding terminals on the cartridge, e Platter revolution speed buttons
33 rpm Press 33
referring to the indications on the cartridge or the
45 rpm Press 45
cartridge's instructions.
78 rpm Press 33 and 45
Attach wires as follows:
White (L +) Left channel + r Strobe dots
Blue (L ) Left channel · Four rows of dots that indicate various stages in pitch adjust.
Red (R +) Right channel + 3.3 % outer row
Green (R ) Right channel 3.0 % large dots
· The proper overhang is achieved by mounting the + 3.3 % next row
1 + 7.2 % inner row
cartridge so that the stylus is positioned 53 mm from
the head shell mount edge (rubber washer), as shown t Brake switching button (BRAKE)
on the diagram below. · The platter stops turning.
· When the BRAKE button's LED is lit, rotation stops slowly (in
about 2 seconds).
· When the BRAKE button is flashing, internal electronic brake
is set free.
y Target light
· Press the button to the right and a light will pop up directed
53 mm at the stylus position.
u Headshell
Attach the cartridge here.
Insert the head shell on which the cartridge has been · When installing a cartridge, refer to the installation
2 mounted into the tone arm and fasten it in place instructions supplied by the manufacturer of that cartridge.
using the lock nut. During installation, attach the stylus protector to guard the
stylus tip from damage.
i Headshell locking nut
· Attach headshell by inserting into the front end of the tone
2 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS arm, then turn the locking nut clockwise with the head shell
firmly held horizontally.
Top panel o Pitch slider
· Use this to change the speed of the platter when the PITCH
@1 @0 !9 button is lit. You can adjust the speed in a range of ±12 %.
!8 !0 S-shaped tone arm
@2 !7 !1 Pitch button (PITCH)
!6
4
ON Will allow use of the pitch adjust.
3
OFF Will hold the revolution speed at exactly the specified
KA
TING
!5
ANTI-S
speed.
765
2
43
210
!4 !2
1
0 Key adjust button (KEY-ADJUST)
!3 NOTE: The "KEY ADJUST" function effective only operate
!1
KEY ADJUST PITCH
while the "PITCH" button is lit on.
@2 !3
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!2 Tone arm clamp and rest
· Use this rest the tone arm and clamp it in position during
SLOW
BRAKE
Quartz 0
!0 transportation.
q OFF
POWER
ON
o !4 Lifter lever
+12
· Use this to lift and lower the tone arm.
w !5
START
78
/STOP
33 45
DP-DJ151 Digital Anti-skating knob (ANTI-SKATING)
· When a record is playing, a force is generated drawing the
e r t y u i stylus towards the center of the record. Set this knob to the
same value as the stylus pressure to offset this force.
!6 Tone arm height adjust (HEIGHT ADJUST)
· This allows the tone arm to be properly align with the platter
surface.
!7 Height lock lever (LOCK)
· Prevents accidental adjustment of the height.
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!8 Stylus pressure adjustment dial (2) Stylus pressure and anti-skating adjustment
· Use this to adjust the stylus pressure.
1 Set both the anti-skating knob to "0".
!9 Counterweight
· Use this to balance the tone arm and to adjust the stylus Move the tone arm.
pressure. · Lift the tone arm from the arm rest and move it over
@0 Tone arm lift
2
the platter.
When moving the tone arm, be careful that the stylus
· This elevates the tone arm above the record surface.
does not directly touch the platter or other parts.
@1 Extra stylus holder For cartridges with detachable stylus covers, adjust
· Place extra headshells here. with the stylus cover removed.
@2 45 rpm adaptor holder
Adjust the horizontal balance.
· Place on the attached 45 rpm adaptor here.
· Push down the rear side of 45 rpm adaptor to take it.
@3 Voltage selector 115
230V
· Check the voltage selector switch is set to an
appropriate voltage in your area before use. 230
115V
B
3
Rear panel · Move the counterweight forward or backward so that
the tone arm is parallel to the platter's surface when
@4 the tone arm is released.
When adjusting the horizontal balance, be careful that
the stylus does not touch the slip mat or the main unit.
Set the tone arm back on the arm rest.
4 · Set the tone arm back on the arm rest.
@5 @6 @7 @8 Hold the counterweight with a
finger so that it does not move,
@4 then turn the stylus pressure 0
Dust cover 5
0.5
3.5
adjustment ring so that the center
· Set the dust cover in place when not using the set to protect
line on the back of the tone arm is
3
1
the turntable from dust and dirt. 1.5
at "0".
· The dust cover is not locked on the set. Handle it with care.
@5 Output terminal (DIGITAL OUT)
@6 Output terminal (AUDIO OUT) Turn the counterweight in the direction of the arrow
· Connect the included connecting cord here. (See page 8.) and set it for the proper stylus pressure for the
@7
cartridge you are using.
Phono/Line selector (PHONO/LINE) 6 When the counterweight is turned, the stylus pressure
@8 Power terminal (AC IN) adjustment ring also turns. Read the value on the
· Connect the connector side of the included AC cord here. adjustment ring to set the proper stylus pressure.
(See page 8.)
Turn the anti-skating knob and set it so that the
value of the cartridge's stylus pressure is lined up
with the reference line.
3 ADJUSTMENTS ANTI-S
7
0
1
KATING
· Turn the power off when performing adjustments. · This provides the proper anti-
2
(1) Adjusting the tone arm height skating force. 3
4
7
5
6
q Lower the lifter lever.
w Set the stylus on the record and check that the
1 tone arm is virtually parallel to the record's
surface.
If not:
q Set the tone arm back on the arm rest.
w Move the lock lever in the opposite direction of the
arrow to unlock.
2 e Move the height adjustment dial and adjust the height
so that the arm is virtually parallel to the record's
surface.
r Move the lock lever in the direction of the arrow to
lock the height.
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(2) Digital connections
4 CONNECTIONS
· Be sure to turn off the amplifier's (or mixer's) power when making Use separately sold "75 /ohms" pin-plug cords to
1 connect the "COAXIAL" digital output jack.
connections.
1. Connecting the analog output jacks. Connect the digital cord of step 1 into the COAXIAL
(ANALOG CONNECTIONS) 2 digital input jacks of "Digital processor" or "MD
DP-DJ151 recorder".
Connect the connector side of the power cord to the
3 set's power connector terminal (AC IN).
L R
Plug the power cord into an appropriate power
4 outlet.
· Check that the power outlet's capacity is sufficient.
Power outlet
5 OPERATION
PHONO LINE
(1) Starting playback
R L
PHONO LINE
Turn the power dial to turn on.
L 1 · The speed button, the PITCH button and the strobe-
R illuminator light up.
Turn on the amplifier's (or mixer's) power. Then,
2 select the function switch.
Amplifier Set a record on the platter.
3 To play 45 rpm records, use the included adaptor.
2. Connecting the digital output jack.
(DIGITAL CONNECTIONS) Set the speed button's according to the record's
4 playing speed.
5 Press the START/STOP button.
Lift the lifter lever, hold the head shell's finger sup-
6 port, and move the tone arm to the desired position
over the record.
Lower the lifter lever.
7 · The tone arm lowers gently until the stylus is on the
Power outlet record and playback begins.
Adjust the speed of rotation.
· When the PITCH button is lit, the speed of the platter
can be adjusted in a range of ±12 % by the pitch
slider.
· The speed is lower than the displayed speed when the
strobe is flowing to the right, higher than the displayed
Digital processor or MD recorder speed when the strobe is flowing to the left. When
8 the strobe is stopped, the platter is turning at the
(1) Analog connections
displayed speed.
Connect the left (white) and right (red) plugs of the · When the key adjust button is pressed during the pitch
pin-plug cord to the set's left and right outputs control mode, the button lights on, and musical key
1 (AUDIO OUT). Then, select the PHONO/LINE tone can be kept constant even the platter speed is
selector. changed with the slider. Note that the key adjust
function operates only when switch is set to "LINE".
Connect the left (White) and right (red) plugs of the
pin-plug cord to the amplifier's (or mixer's) left and
2 right "PHONO" (PHONO selected) or "CD", "TUNER"
NOTE:
The "KEY ADJUST" function effective only operate while the
etc. (LINE SELECTED).
"PITCH" button is lit on.
Connect the connector side of the power cord to the
3 set's power connector terminal (AC IN).
Plug the power cord into an appropriate power
4 outlet.
· Check that the power outlet's capacity is sufficient.
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(2) Stopping or interrupting playback
Gently lift the lifter lever. NOTES:
1 · The tone arm rises and the stylus lifts off the record. · Do not subject the turntable to vibrations or shocks while a
record is playing.
Hold the head shell's finger support and move the · Wait until the platter stops turning before replacing records.
2 tone arm back onto the arm rest. · Do not force the platter to stop moving while the motor is
engaged. Quality slip mats should be used to hold records
3 Secure the tone arm on the arm rest. in position. Forcing the motor to stop can damage the
motor assembly.
Press the START/STOP button.
· The platter stops turning.
· When the BRAKE button's LED is lit, rotation stops
4 slowly (in about 2 seconds).
· When the BRAKE button is flashing, internal electronic
brake is set free.
6 TROUBLESHOOTING
Make sure of the followings before you consider as any malfunctions:
1. Are all the connections correct ?
2. Is the set being operated correctly in accordance with the operating instructions:
3. Are the speakers and amplifiers functioning correctly ?
If the turntable system still does not function properly, check it again, using the check list below. If the symptom does not correspond to the
check list, please contact your DENON dealer.
Symptoms Check See page
· Is the stylus pressure properly adjusted ? 7, 8
Stylus does not lower onto record.
· Is the arm's horizontal balance properly adjusted ? 7, 8
· Are the cartridge and head shell properly connected ? 6
No sound is produced. · Are the output cords properly connected to the amplifier ? 8
· Are the amplifier's adjustments and settings correct ?
· Is the ground wire on the output cord connected ? 8
Booming sound is heard. · Are the output cord's plugs securely connected ?
· Is the head shell's lock nut securely tightened ? 6
· Is the stylus pressure properly adjusted ? 7, 8
Stylus skips. · Is the record warped or scratched ?
· Is there dust on the stylus ?
· Is the record scratched ?
Arm stops halfway across the record.
· Is the arm hitting some object ?
· Is the amplifier's connection selector (MC or MM) set to the proper
Sound is too weak or too strong.
setting for the type (output) of the cartridge being used ?
7 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
2 Turntable Overhang: 15 mm
Drive method: Direct drive Arm height adjustment
Turning speed: 33 1/3, 45 and 78 rpm range: Approx. 6 mm
Wow/flutter: 0.2 % wrms or less Stylus pressure adjustment
range: 0 to 4.0 g (1 scale = 0.1 g)
S/N ratio: 50 dB or greater
Applicable cartridge
Platter: Aluminum die-cast, 330 mm diameter weight: 6 to 10 g
Motor: Brush less DC motor
2 Ge