American Audio TTD-2400 User Manual

™

TTD-2400

Professional Turntable

Revised 4/05

USER INSTRUCTIONS

American Audio

4295 Charter St.

Los Angeles Ca. 90058

CONTENTS

ELECTRICAL CAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................3

ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................5

CHANGING OPERATING VOLTAGE...................................................................................................6

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

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

WARRANTY REGISTRATION.................................................................................................................6

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

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................................8

HEADSHELL ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................9

COUNTERWEIGHT...................................................................................................................9

CONNECTIONS........................................................................................................................9

INSTALLATION.........................................................................................................................10

TONEARM BALANCING............................................................................................................10

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

DUST COVER............................................................................................................................11

FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS............................................................................................................12

WARRANTY....................................................................................................................................15

SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................16

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.

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.

Model No.______

TTD-2400_______________

Serial No._____________________________

Purchase Notes:

Date of Purchase_______________________

Dealer Name__________________________

Dealer Address_________________________

_________________________________________

Dealer Phone_____________________________

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 manufactures 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 warranties.

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.

a soft cloth to wipe down the outside of the

Use

For stubborn stains moisten a soft cloth

unit. with class cleaner or other mild detergent to

away any stains. Use a soft cloth to wipe

wipe

residual cleaner. Never use volatile cleaners

any

as benzene, solvent, or thinner to clean

such

unit, these cleaners will damage the units

your surface.

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

3. Do not place metal objects or spill liqu

® customer support.

id inside or on the turntable. Electric shock or malfunction may occur.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHO CK

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 UT ION: TO RE DUC E T HE R IS K OF ELE CT RIC SHOCK, D O NOT REMOV E THE COVER (OR BACK) . T H E RE A R E N O U S E R S E R V ICEAB LE PA RT S INS IDE RE FER SE RVI CE TO Y OUR AU THO RIZ ED AMERICAN A UDIO® SE RVICE TECHN ICIAN.

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 at tachments 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 cart, sta nd, tr ipo d, b rac ket , or table 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

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 product is equipp ed with a thr ee-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 e le ct ro de s, a nd requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

LIGHTNING

POWER LINES

OVERLO ADING — Do not overload w all outlets,

— 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.

GROUND CLAM

The exclam ation point w ithin an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operatin g and maintena nce (servicing) instructions in the litera ture accomp anying 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

— 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)

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

PRODUCT INFORMATION

TTD 24 00

Direct-DriveP rofessiona lTurntable

119V

230 V

110V-120V

220V-240V

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, located under the platter. (use 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.

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: (800) 322-6337 Fax: (323) 582-2610 E-mail: support@AmericanAudio.us

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.

Features:

• All Metal Tone Arm

• Platter Start/Stop Button

• 2 Speeds (33 & 45 RPM)

• 0% Pitch Quartz Lock

• Extra Stylus Holder

• Adjustable Feet for Leveling

• Adjustable Pitch Ranges +/- 10%

• Anti-Skating Tone Arm Adjustment

• Tone Arm Holder with Lock

• Built-in 45 Adapter& Holder

• User Selectable Operating Voltage (115v~60Hz or 230v~50Hz)

The shipping carton and packing materi

als are constructed of recyclable material, please recycle when ever possible.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

The TTD-2400™ 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

® customer support at

(800) 322-6337 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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