American Audio POWER DRIVE 22 User Manual

AMERICAN AUDIO®

POWER DRIVE 2.2

USER INSTRUCTIONS

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CONTENTS

CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING.......................................................................................................4

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

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

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

FEATURES...........................................................................................................................................................6

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

HEADSHELL ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................................10

TONEARM BALANCING........................................................................................................................12

ANTI SKATE.............................................................................................................................................12

PROPER INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................................12

FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS

MAIN UNIT.................................................................................................................................13

TONE ARM ASSEMBLY...............................................................................................................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® DEALER.

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

NOTE: This product satisfies FCC
regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to con­nect the unit to other equipment.
To prevent electromagnetic inter­ference with electrical appliances
such as radios and televisions, use
shielded cables and connectors for

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.

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
reference.

Model No._____________________________

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

2. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thinner
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 warran­ ties.

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 cleaned
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Use a soft cloth to wipe down the outside
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.

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
electric 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.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICE TO YOUR AUTHORIZED
AMERICAN AUDIO

®

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the product is
operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating

instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and

in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only with

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.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not

recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this product

near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement;
or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.

CART — A product and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.

VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet are

provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

POWER SOURCES — This product should be operated

only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company.

LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a

stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the appliance

should be unplugged from the outlet when left un­used for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

•If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
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 this product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)
pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords

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

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
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,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure
A.

LIGHTNING — For added protection for this product

during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.

POWER LINES — An outside antenna system should

not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,

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

SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

Fig. A

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.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of

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

SERVICING — 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.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this product

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

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

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

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

•If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.

•If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way.

•When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance — this indicates a need for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS -- W hen replacement parts

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, electric
shock, or other hazards.

SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or

repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product
is in proper operating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product should

not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

HEAT — The product should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

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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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.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION

• The desired voltage may be set with the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear
panel (using a flat head screw driver).

• Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR
switch as this may cause damage

• If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does
not move smoothly, please contact a quali­ fied service technician.

Features:

• All Metal Tone Arm

• High Torque Platter Motor

• Platter Start/Stop Button

• 3 Speeds (33, 45, & 78 RPM)

• Forward and Reverse Play

• Pop-Up Stylus Target Light

• 0% Pitch Quartz Lock

• Extra Stylus Holder

• Adjustable Feet for Leveling

• Removable Cover

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

• Tone Arm Height Adjustment

• Anti-Skating Tone Arm Adjustment

• Tone Arm Height Lock

• Tone Arm Holder with Lock

• Built-in 45 Adapter& Holder

• Extra Headshell Holder

• Removable Cover

• User Selectable Operating Voltage
(120v~60Hz or 220v~50Hz/60Hz)

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.americandj.com 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. Pacifi c Standard Time.

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

Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of

electrical shock or fi re, 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
fi rst contacting customer support.

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

WARRANTY INFORMATION

The POWER DRIVE 2.2™ carries a TWO year
(730 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 accompany 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® cus-
tomer support at [phone] for a R.A.
number. All package not displaying a R.A.
number on the outside of the package will be
returned to the shipper.

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