American Audio HTD 4.5 User Manual

HTD 4.5

HIGH TORQUE DIRECT DRIVE TURNTABLE

Rev. 4/05

USER INSTRUCTIONS

4295 Charter Street

Los Angeles Ca. 90058

www.AmericanAudio.us

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CONTENTS

ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................................................................4

INSTALLATION GUIDLINES....................................................................................................................5

PRODUCT INFORMATION......................................................................................................................6

CUSTOMER SUPPORT ..........................................................................................................................6

QUICK START.........................................................................................................................................7

ASSEMBLY ..... ........................................................................................................................................8

SET-UP...................................................................................................................................................9

HEADSHELL AND CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................9

PROPER TURNTABLE INSTALLATION................................................................................................11

TONEARM BALANCING.......................................................................................................................11

ANTI-SKATE.........................................................................................................................................11

FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS

MAIN UNIT.................................................................................................................................12

TONEARM ASSEMBLY..............................................................................................................15

TROUBLE SHOOTING..........................................................................................................................16

WARRANTY..........................................................................................................................................17

SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................18

CAUTION

Do not open -

risk of electric shock

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.

THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICE TO YOUR

AUTHORIZED AMERICAN AUDIO

The lightning flash with an arrow triangular
symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of non insulated “dangerous volt
age” within the products enclosure, and
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock.

® DEALER.

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NOTE: This product satisfies FCC
regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to con

­nect the unit to other equipment.
To prevent electromagnetic inter

­ference with electrical appliances
such as radios and televisions, use
shielded cables and connectors

The exclamation point triangular symbol is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the user manual
accompanying the amplifier.

for connections.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC

SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR
OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRICAL OUTLET
UNLESS THE WIDE BLADES CAN BE
CAREFULLY INSERTED INTO A MATCHING
WIDE SLOT.

ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLON­GATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF
SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A
FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

The serial and model number for this unit is
located on the rear panel. Please write down
the numbers here and retain for future refer
ence.

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I. Heat - The turntable should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(inclucing amplifliers) that produce heat.

2. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thin

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ner come in contact with the surface of
the unit.

3. Never disassemble or modify your unit in
any way, doing so will void your manufac-
tures warranty.

4. Never plug this unit in to a dimmer pack

5. Do not attempt to operate this unit if it
becomes damaged in any way.

6. This unit is intended for indoor use only,
use of this product outdoors voids all war-
ranties.

7. Always mount this unit in safe and stable
matter.

8. Disconnect from main power before
making any type of connection.

9. Cleaning - The turntable should be clean-
ed only
turer. Use
the outside

as recommended by the manufac-

a soft cloth to wipe down

of the unit. For stubborn stains
moisten a soft cloth with class cleaner or
other mild detergent to wipe away any
stains. Use a soft cloth to wipe any residual
cleaner. Never use volatile cleaners such
as benzene, solvent, or thinner to clean
your unit, these cleaners will damage the
units surface.

Model No._____________________________

Serial No._____________________________

Purchase Notes:

Date of Purchase_______________________

Dealer Name__________________________

Dealer Address_________________________

_________________________________________
_________________________________________

Dealer Phone__________________________

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CAUTION:

1. Handle the power supply cord carefully. Do
not damage or deform; it may cause elec­ tric shock or malfunction when used. Hold
plug attachment when removing from wall
outlet. Do not pull on the cord.

2. To avoid electric shock, do not open the
top cover when the unit is plugged in. If
problems occur with the unit, call American
Audio

® customer support.

3. Do not place metal objects or spill liquid
inside or on the turntable. Electric shock
or malfunction may occur.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

CA UTION: T O RE DU CE T HE RIS K O F EL EC TRI C
SHOCK, D O NOT REMOV E THE COVER ( OR BACK).
T H ERE AR E N O U SE R S ER VI C E A B LE PAR TS
INS IDE RE FER SERVICE T O YOUR AUT HOR IZE D
AMERICAN A UDIO® SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the product is
operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operatin

instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNING

in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

CLEANING

a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with
furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile
liquids since they may corrode the cabinet

ATTACH MENTS — Do not use attac hments not

recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE

near
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in
or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Th
product may
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only
wit h a car t, sta nd, tr ipod , b racket, or ta ble
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold
the product. Any mounting of the product shoul
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use
manufacturer

CART — A product and cart combination should be

moved
uneven surfaces may cause the product and car
combination to overturn

VENTILATION

provided for ventilation and to ensure reliabl
operation of the product and
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on
or other
placed
rack unless proper ventilation
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered

POWER SOURCES

only from the type of power source indicated on
marking label.
power supply
dealer or local power company.

LOCATIO

stable location.

NONUSE PERIOD

should be unplugged from the
used for a long period of time.

S — All warnings on the product and

— The product should be cleaned only with

.

water — for example, near a bathtub, wash

a mounting accessory recommended by the

with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and

— Slots and openings in the cabinet are

similar surface. This product should not be

in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or

N – The appliance should be installed in a

— Do not use this product

a wet basement;

— Do not place this product on an

fall, causing serious injury to a child or

with

.

.

to protect it from

a bed, sofa, rug,

is provided or the

— This product should be operated

If you are not sure of the type of

to your home, consult your product

S – The power cord of the appliance

outlet when left un-

the

g

e

d

t

e

to.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug
the other),

it will fit into the outlet only one way. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should

still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.

• If thi s produ ct is e quipped with a thre e-wire
grounding type plug,
pin,

it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.

This

is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the

into the outlet, contact your electrician to

plug
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

should be routed so that they are not likely
walked on or pinched by
against them, paying particular attention
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

antenna or cable system is connected to the product
be sure the antenna or cable system
as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informatio
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
co nn ec ti on t o gr ou nd in g el ec tr od es , an d
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure
A.

LIGHTNING

POWER LINES

OVERLO ADING — Do not ove rload wall outl ets,

— For added protection for this product

a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended

during
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the

wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This
due to lightning and power-line surges.

not be located
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can
installing an outside antenna system, extreme car
should be taken
lines or circuits as contact with them might be

extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

will prevent damage to the product

— An outside antenna system should

in the vicinity of overhead power lines

fall into such power lines or circuits. When

(a plug having one blade wider than

a plug having a third (grounding)

- Power-supply cords

items placed upon or

.

to keep from touching such power

to be

to cords at

— If an outside

is grounded so

fatal.

ELECTRI
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

Fig.

A

C

,

n

e

GROUND
CLAM

The exclam ation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operatin g and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the litera ture accompanying the appliance.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

any kind

into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

SERVICING

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by following

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any

• When the product exhibits

REPLACEMENT PARTS

SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

HEAT

P

— Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you

to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all

servicing to qualified service personnel

from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifie
service personnel under the following conditions:

the product

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result
damage and will often require extensive work by
qualified technician
normal operation.

way.

performance — this indicates a need for service.

are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electri
shock, or other hazards.

repairs
perform safety checks
is in proper operating condition.

not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including
heat

.

to this product, ask the service technician to

— The product should be situated away from heat

.

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

- Never push objects of

in a fire or electric shock.

.

- Unplug this product

to restore the product to its

a distinct change in

-- W hen replacement parts

to determine that the product

— The product should

amplifiers) that produce

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNI
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTOR
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

T

d

in

a

c

S

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Please carefully read and understand the
instructions in this manual thoroughly before
attempting to operate this unit. These instruc­tions contain important safety information
regarding the use and maintenance of this unit.
Take special care to follow all warning symbols
and labels both on the unit and printed in this
manual. Also, Please keep this manual with the
unit, for future reference.

Features:

• Metal Tone Arm

• High Torque Platter Motor

• 2 Platter Start/Stop Buttons

• 3 Speeds (33, 45, & 78 RPM)

• 45 Adapter for 7" Records

• Forward and Reverse Play

• Stylus Target Light

• 0% Pitch Quartz Lock

• Adjustable Feet for Leveling

• Adjustable Pitch Ranges
+/- 10%; +/- 20%; and +/- 50%

• Tone Arm Height Adjustment

• Anti-Skating Tone Arm Adjustment

• Tone Arm Height Lock

• Tone Arm Holder with Lock

• Adjustable Starting/Braking Speeds

Customer Support: American Audio® pro-

vides a toll free customer support line, to pro­vide set up help and to answer any question
should you encounter problems during your
set up or initial operation. You may also visit us
on the web at www.americanaudio.us for any
comments or suggestions. For service related
issue please contact American Audio®. Service
Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

To purchase parts online visit
http://parts.americandj.com

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of

electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit
to rain or moisture.

Caution! There are no user serviceable parts

inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs
yourself, doing so will void your manufactures
warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may
require service please contact customer sup­port. Please do not return to your dealer with­out first contacting customer support.

The shipping carton and packing materi
als are constructed of recyclable material,
please recycle when ever possible.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

The HTD 4.5™ carries a ONE year (365 days)
limited warranty. This warranty covers parts
and labor. Please fill out the enclosed warranty
card to validate your purchase and warranty. All
returned service items whether under warranty
or not, must be freight pre-paid and accom
pany a return authorization (R.A.) number. If
the unit is under warranty, you must provide a
copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Please
contact American Audio
[phone] for a R.A. number. All packages
not displaying a R.A. number on the outside of
the package will be returned to the shipper.

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