AT-LP
120XBT-USB
User Manual
Wireless Direct-Drive Turntable
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Audio-Technica product.
Before using the product, read through this user manual to ensure that you will use the product correctly. Please keep this manual for future
reference.
This product can be used only in the countries where the product is sold. Make sure that the operating voltage and the plug of AC adapter of the
product are correct for the country you live in.
Package contents
Make sure that you have all the included items listed below before using this product.
If some items are missing or damaged, contact your local Audio-Technica dealer.
• Turntable body • Dust cover • Felt mat
• Platter • Counterweight • Headshell (AT-HS6) with VM stereo
cartridge (AT-VM95E)
• 45 RPM adapter • Stylus target light • Dust cover hinges
• AC adapter (approx. 1.3 m (4.3'))
• Quick start guide
• Caution guide
• USB cable (1.9 m (6.2')) • RCA audio cable (approx. 1.4 m (4.6'))
After purchase, we suggest that you save all packaging materials for possible future storage, moving, or shipping.
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Safety precautions
Safety precautions
Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use
it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all
warnings and cautions while using the product.
Important information
Warning:
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
Caution:
• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
• To avoid electric shock, do not open the cabinet.
• Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
• Do not expose this apparatus to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
• Do not subject this apparatus to strong impact.
• This apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so
that you can easily grasp the AC adapter at any time.
• In case of emergency, disconnect the AC adapter quickly.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this
apparatus.
• To prevent fire, do not place any naked flame sources (such as
lighted candles) on this apparatus.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a bookcase
or similar unit.
• Install this apparatus only in the place where ventilation is good.
RF Exposure Statement:
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter used in other systems. This
device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy
that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure
evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and
operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from
person’s body.
For customers in Canada
IC statement:
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with INDUSTRY CANADA R.S.S. 247. Operation
is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only
operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain
approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential
radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.)
is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20
cm between the radiator & your body.
For customers in the USA
FCC Notice
Warning:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution:
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Contact:
Responsible Company: Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.
Address: 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224, USA
Tel: 330-686-2600
Notes on use
Turntable body
• Do not set and use the product in locations that are considerably hot
or humid, dirty, or subject to extreme vibrations.
• The product should be positioned on a flat, level surface.
• Read the user manual for the Bluetooth receiver device.
Cartridge
• Attach the protector to protect the stylus when the product is not in
use.
• Do not touch the stylus of the cartridge with your finger.
• Do not allow the cartridge's stylus to bump against the platter or the
edge of the record.
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Part names and functions
Top view diagram
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
45-RPM adapter (shown in receptacle)
1
Adapts 7" records with large center holes to fixed center spindle.
Strobe dots (on platter edge)
2
Operate in conjunction with stroboscopic light located under the
power dial to provide visual indication of accurate platter speeds.
Spindle
3
Platter
4
Cast aluminum platter mounts directly to center spindle/motor
shaft.
Felt mat
5
Power dial
6
Controls power to the unit.
START/STOP button
7
Engages and disengages the motor/platter.
Platter speed buttons
8
Select 33 or 45 RPM platter speed. 78 RPM is selected by pressing
both the 33 and 45 buttons simultaneously; both buttons should
be illuminated.
Removable stylus target light
9
Provides illumination directed at the stylus position for easier
cueing in low light. Easily plugs into jack on top of turntable deck.
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17
16
15
14
13
12
11
9 10
Quartz button
10
Turns the pitch function on and off. When the quartz is activated
the platter will hold the RPMs at 0% pitch, regardless of the pitch
slider position.
Pitch selection indicator
11
Shows red for standard or locked RPM setting.
Pitch adjust slide control
12
Use in conjunction with pitch button to vary the platter’s rotational
speed. In the center detent position quartz lock is active.
Wireless function button
13
Use to connect the product to a Bluetooth® device.
Indicator LED
14
Displays the Bluetooth connection status by blinking/lighting.
Power indicator LED
15
Tonearm
16
For details, refer to “Tonearm” on p.5.
Headshell receptacle
17
Storage receptacle for extra headshell (not included).
Dust cover hinge holders
18
Attachment points for dust cover hinges.
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Part names and functions
Front and rear view diagram
1
2
Dust cover
1
Feet
2
Adjust the level of the product.
Pre-amplifier selector switch
3
If using an amplifier with a PHONO input jack, set this switch to
the PHONO position. If connecting to the AUX jack of an amplifier,
set this switch to the LINE position.
Stereo output terminals
4
Connect the RCA audio cable. Connect it to either the amplifier's
PHONO input jack or its line input jack. The red terminal is the
right channel and the white terminal is the left channel.
Ground (earth) terminal
5
Connect the amplifier's ground (earth) terminal to this terminal
using the RCA audio cable's ground line.
USB output
6
Use this output to connect your turntable to the USB input of your
computer.
Power input jack
7
Connect the AC adapter.
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3 4 5 6 7
4
Part names and functions
Tonearm
Counterweight
1
Balances the tonearm and adjusts to provide the proper tracking
force.
Tracking force gauge ring
2
Use to adjust the tracking force.
Tonearm lift
3
Moves the tonearm vertically to and from the face of the record.
Tonearm rest with clamp
4
Use the clamp to secure the tonearm so that it does not move.
Anti-skate control dial
5
While the record is playing, a force acts on the stylus tip to pull it
inward. This force can be counteracted by setting the same values
for anti-skate and the tracking force.
Tonearm lift control lever
6
Operates the tonearm lift.
Locking ring
7
Rotate the ring to the left (counterclockwise) to secure the
headshell. To remove the headshell, rotate the ring to the right.
Headshell
8
The cartridge (AT-VM95E) is attached to the headshell (AT-HS6).
1
2
5
3
6
4
7
8
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Preparation for use
Placing the platter
This product requires some assembly before using it for the first time.
Do not connect the AC adapter until assembly is complete.
1. Set the platter on the spindle.
• To avoid damaging the spindle when seating the platter, align the positions
of the spindle and the platter's hole, and then slowly seat the platter.
• Make certain that the platter is fully seated on the spindle.
2. Place the felt mat on top of the platter.
Felt mat
Platter
Spindle
Leveling the turntable
1. After positioning the product where you want to use it, adjust the
feet so that the product is level.
• Use a level (sold separately) as needed to ensure that the product is level.
Setting up the turntable
• Position the product on a level surface.
• To avoid the effects of vibrations and acoustic pressure, do not
mount the product next to such items as speakers.
• The product may pick up radio static if placed next to a radio.
Therefore, try to keep the product away from radios.
• If the product is near equipment (cell phone, etc.) that emits strong
radio waves, noise may occur.
Assembling the tonearm
1. Remove the cable tie used to secure the tonearm at the time of
delivery.
• Use the clamp to temporarily secure the tonearm to the tonearm rest.
2. Insert the headshell into the tonearm.
• Hold the right and left edges of the headshell so that you do not damage
the stylus or cut the cartridge’s wires.
Locking ring
3. With the headshell inserted, turn the locking ring
counterclockwise (to the left).
4. With the tracking force gauge ring facing forward, attach the
counterweight to the back of the tonearm, and slowly turn it
counterclockwise (to the left).
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Preparation for use
Tonearm balance and tracking force
In order for the cartridge to pick up sound correctly from the record’s
grooves, the tonearm’s balance and tracking force must be adjusted
to fit the specifications of the cartridge. If the tonearm’s balance and
tracking force are not properly adjusted, the record or the cartridge’s
stylus may become damaged.
• Do not drag the cartridge’s stylus across the record or platter when
adjusting the tonearm’s balance or tracking force. Doing so may
damage the stylus.
Setting tonearm balance
1. Remove the cartridge's protector.
Protector
2. While lightly holding the headshell to prevent the tonearm from
moving, unlatch the clamp.
• The tonearm is tilted because the balance has yet to be adjusted.
Clamp
Setting tracking force
1. While supporting the counterweight so that it does not move,
turn the tracking force gauge ring so that its “0” position lines up
with the centerline on the back of the tonearm.
• The tracking force is not adjusted simply by turning the tracking force
gauge ring.
0
Tracking force
gauge ring
2. Turn the counterweight and the tracking force gauge ring
together counterclockwise (to the left) until the centerline value
matches the recommended tracking force value for the cartridge
you are using.
• Refer to the cartridge maker’s specifications for the recommended tracking
force value.
• The standard tracking force value for the cartridge provided with this
product is 2.0 g.
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3. While still lightly holding the headshell, turn the counterweight to
adjust the tonearm’s balance.
• Adjust the balance so that the tonearm is level when you release the
headshell.
Setting the anti-skate adjustment
While the record is playing, a force acts on the stylus tip to pull it
inward. This force can be counteracted by setting the same values for
anti-skate and the tracking force.
1. Adjust the anti-skate control dial to have the same value as the
tracking force value.
• The standard tracking force value for the cartridge provided with this
product is 2.0 g.
4. Return the tonearm to the tonearm rest and latch the clamp.
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Preparation for use
Installing/removing the dust cover
• The dust cover is designed to protect the product's sensitive
components when the product is not in use. It should remain off
while records are playing.
• Using the dust cover during play may result in record damage or
sound degradation.
• Always remove and replace the dust cover carefully.
Connecting the AC adapter
Finally, after all audio connections are made, attach the included
AC adapter to the product. Then connect the AC adapter's cord to a
convenient AC outlet.
Wireless/wired connection
You can connect to a speaker, etc. via Bluetooth technology or RCA
audio cable.
When using Bluetooth, refer to “Connecting via Bluetooth wireless
technology” on p.9.
Wireless connection example
Wireless headphones
or
Wireless active speaker
When connecting with the RCA audio cable, refer to “Connecting to
audio source” on p.10.
Wired connection example
Amp / speaker
• Volume adjustment cannot be performed if there is no volume
adjustment on the connected speakers, etc.
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Preparation for use
Connecting via Bluetooth wireless technology
The product supports Bluetooth wireless connection. It can be
connected with Bluetooth-compatible headphones, active speakers and
wireless stereo speakers (hereinafter referred to as Bluetooth receiver
devices).
About pairing
When connecting a new Bluetooth receiver device, you need to pair it
with the product. Once the Bluetooth receiver device and the product
are paired, you do not need to pair them again.
However, in the following cases you will need to pair again even if the
Bluetooth receiver device was paired once:
• If the product is deleted from the Bluetooth receiver device’s
connection history.
• If the product is sent out for repair.
• If 9 or more devices are paired.
(The product can save the pairing information of up to 8 devices.
When you pair with a new device after pairing with 8 devices, pairing
information for the device with the oldest connection date will be
overwritten by the information for the new device.)
Pairing a Bluetooth device
• Read the user manual for the Bluetooth receiver device.
• Place the device within 1 m (3.3') of the product to perform pairing
correctly.
1. Set your Bluetooth headphones, speakers, etc. to pairing mode.
3. When pairing is complete, the indicator LED lights in blue.
Blue
•
The product stays in the pairing mode for 30 seconds. If pairing
is not properly completed, follow the above steps again from the
beginning.
About indicator LED display
The indicator LED indicates the product's status as explained below.
Status
Pairing
Connection
Searching for
device
Waiting to be
connected
Connecting
Disconnecting
Indicator LED display pattern
Red Blue
Flashing
Lit
ONON
2. Make sure the AC adapter is connected to an outlet, and then
press and hold the wireless function button (about 2 seconds).
• The indicator LED will flash in red and blue alternately.
2 SEC
Blue Red
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Preparation for use
Setting pre-amplifier selector switch
This product has a built-in phono equalizer function. You can use the
product, even if you do not have a phono amplifier or connectable
equipment with a built-in phono amplifier, by connecting an active
speaker, etc.
Use the pre-amplifier selector switch to set the output, as shown
below.
Connectable
equipment being
used
Device with phono
input
Device without
phono input
PC sound card LINE Sound card's line input
Device with USB
input
*1 An audio adapter (sold separately) may be required to connect the
RCA audio cable to the PC sound card's line input jack.
*2 Use included USB cable instead of RCA audio cable to connect.
Position of
pre-amplifier
selector switch
PHONO Phono input jack and
LINE AUX or line input jack of
LINE USB input of your
Where to connect the
RCA audio cable
ground (earth) terminal of
connectable equipment
connectable equipment
1
jack*
computer*
2
• The RCA audio cable's red jack is for the right (R) channel, and the
white jack is for the left (L) channel.
With PHONO input*
Without PHONO input
To outlet
•
When connecting via Bluetooth, using the pre-amplifier selector
switch is not necessary.
Connecting to connectable equipment (active speakers, amplifiers, etc.)
Connecting to audio source
Align the settings for the pre-amplifier selector switch and connect
the RCA audio cable to an input jack that is compatible with the
connectable equipment you are using (amplifier, receiver, active
speakers, sound card, etc.).
Connectable
equipment
(amplifier, etc.)
To outlet
With PHONO input*
PHONO
L R
* Depending on the equipment you are connecting, a ground (earth)
terminal may exist near the phono input jack. If this is the case,
connect to it using the ground line from the RCA audio cable. This
will help prevent a low humming noise that might otherwise be heard
during playback.
Without PHONO input
AUX
L R
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Preparation for use
Connecting to computers with USB input
Follow the settings for the pre-amplifier selector switch to connect the
included USB cable to the USB input of your computer.
• The included USB cable connects the product to your computer
without need for special drivers.
• Audacity (refer to http://www.audacityteam.org for details) and other
compatible third-party recording software packages are available,
allowing you to record from the product to your computer.
• Be sure to set the pre-amplifier selector switch to the LINE position.
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Playing a record
Before playing a record
1. Remove the cartridge's protector.
• If the tonearm is fixed to the tonearm rest, unlatch the clamp.
Protector
2. Turn the power dial to the ON position.
• The power dial, power indicator LED and platter speed buttons will light up.
3. If desired, plug in the stylus target light for illumination of the
stylus tip position on the record.
Playing a record
Lower the volume of the amplifier, speakers, etc., sufficiently.
1. Press the START/STOP button.
• The platter begins to rotate.
2. Raise the tonearm by lifting the tonearm lift control lever to the
UP position.
4. Place the record on the platter so that the center hole aligns with
the spindle.
• If playing a 45 RPM record, attach the 45 RPM adapter (see the diagram to
the right below).
At 33-1/3 RPM At 45 RPM
Record
Platter
5. Set the platter rotation speed (33/45/78) to match that of the
record.
• To set the platter speed for 78 RPM, press both the 33 and 45 RPM buttons
simultaneously.
45-RPM
adapter
3. Position the tonearm over the desired location (groove) on the
record.
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Playing a record
4. Lower the tonearm by moving the tonearm lift control lever to the
DOWN position. The tonearm descends slowly onto the record
and play begins.
• Alternatively, you can skip steps 2 to 4, and use your fingers to lift the
headshell, move the tonearm over the desired location on the record, and
then place the headshell down to begin playing the record.
• Do not subject the product to strong impact during playback.
Checking and Adjusting Pitch
Stopping the record
1. Lower the volume of the amplifier, speakers, etc. sufficiently.
2. Lift the tonearm lift control lever.
1. Move the pitch adjust slide control up or down to make pitch
adjustments.
• The pitch adjust slide control has center detent position for 0% pitch
variation.
2. As illuminated by the red light coming from beneath the power
dial, observe the strobe dots on the edge of the platter. If the
appropriate row of strobe dots appears to be stationary, the
plater is moving at the precise rated speed. If the dots appear to
be moving to the right, the platter is moving below rated speed; if
they appear to be moving to the left, the platter is moving above
rated speed.
3. If the quartz button is pressed, the internal quartz lock will hold
the platter at precise rated speed regardless of the position of the
pitch adjust slide control.
3. Return the tonearm to the tonearm rest and fix it with the clamp.
4. If using the stylus target light, turn it off by removing it from the
jack.
5. Press the START/STOP button to stop the platter rotation.
• The platter slows down and rotation stops.
6. Turn the power dial to the OFF position.
7. Remove the record after the platter has come to a complete stop.
• To prevent the record from becoming scratched or warped, remove it
after use.
• Do not use a platter other than the one provided.
• If the product is not used for more than 30 minutes, it will enter a
standby mode and the platter speed buttons will blink. To exit standby
mode, press the START/STOP button, or turn the power dial to OFF then
back to ON.
Pausing the record
1. After lowering the volume of the amplifier, speakers, etc.,
sufficiently, lift the tonearm with the tonearm lift control lever.
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Playing a record
Replacing the stylus
How to use with Bluetooth connection
• To connect for the first time, pair the product and your device via
Bluetooth wireless technology.
• Read the user manual for the Bluetooth receiver device.
• Note that Audio-Technica cannot guarantee the operation of displays,
such as the battery level display, or applications via Bluetooth
devices.
1. Turn on the Bluetooth receiver device.
• Indicator LED turns blue when the product and Bluetooth receiver device
are connected correctly.
• When the indicator LED lights in red, press the wireless function button to
connect Bluetooth communication.
2. Refer to“Playing a record” on p.12 to play a record.
•
When Bluetooth is connected, and you keep the wired
connection (amplifier, speaker, etc.) turned on, the sound will be
heard from both the wireless and wired devices. Turn on only
the device you want to use for playback.
Removing the stylus
• In addition to the deterioration of sound quality, records may also be
damaged as the cartridge’s stylus tip wears down.
• As a rule of thumb, replace the stylus after 300 hours of use.
• Be sure to disconnect the product’s AC adapter from the outlet.
1. Release the headshell from the tonearm.
• Fix the tonearm with the clamp and then remove the headshell gently.
2. After removing the cartridge's protector, remove the stylus
by pulling in the direction of the arrow without touching the
cantilever, stylus tip, and magnets.
Pull
Installing a new replacement stylus
1. Mount the new replacement stylus to the cartridge.
Care
Turntable body
• When the turntable body is dirty or dusty, first disconnect the
ACadapter's cord, and then wipe off the dirt and dust with a soft,
dry cloth.
• Do not use benzenes, thinners, etc.
• When storing the product for a long time, disconnect the
ACadapter's cord from the outlet and wrap the equipment in plastic;
do not allow it to become damp.
Stylus tip
• If dirt and grime are stuck to the stylus tip, clean it before each use.
• We recommend using a stylus cleaner (sold separately) if the stylus
tip is considerably dirty. Clean the stylus tip by moving the brush
from the rear to the front of the stylus tip.
Align the position of the inner
protrusion.
2. Mount the headshell onto the tonearm.
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Replacing a cartridge
When the turntable is moved
Refer to the user manual for the cartridge that you will be using if
you are replacing the cartridge (AT-VM95E) included with this product
with another, commercially available cartridge. After you replace the
old cartridge with a new one, you must readjust the overhang and the
tonearm’s balance and tracking force.
1. Release the headshell from the tonearm.
• Use the clamp to secure the tonearm and then remove the headshell
gently.
2. Remove the stylus from the cartridge.
3. Remove the lead tips.
• Be careful not to damage the lead tips.
4. Using a commercially sold, non-metallic slotted screwdriver,
remove the installation screws, and then remove the cartridge
from the headshell.
5. Refer to the user manual for the new cartridge for mounting
instructions and connecting to the lead tips.
Installation screws
Plastic washers
Using the product's original packing materials, wrap the turntable in
the reverse order from when you unwrapped it. If you do not have the
packaging materials, take the following measures:
• After unplugging the AC adapter from the outlet, remove the platter,
and then wrap it so that it does not get damaged. If the product is
moved while the platter is still seated, it may damage the spindle.
• Fix the tonearm with the clamp.
• Remove the counterweight.
• Remove the headshell from the tonearm with the cartridge's protector
attached, and then wrap the entire headshell assembly so that it does
not get damaged.
• Wrap the turntable body with a soft cloth so that it does not get
damaged.
6. Using a commercially sold, non-metallic slotted screwdriver,
tighten the screws in both places, and then adjust the overhang.
• After the adjustments are complete, tighten the screws securely.
7. Attach the headshell to the tonearm.
8. Adjust the tonearm balance and tracking force.
• Refer to “Setting tonearm balance” and “Setting tracking force” on p.7.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The platter does not spin. • Is the AC adapter connected to the outlet? Connect AC adapter to the outlet.
• Has the AC adapter's plug come off? Check whether or not the plug is properly attached to the AC adapter.
The platter spins, but there is
no sound or the volume is not
loud enough.
The stylus skips. • Is the tracking force set too light or too heavy? Adjust the tracking force.
There is howling. • Is the product picking up excessive vibrations from the floor, surfaces of the walls, or nearby speakers?
There is noise when the record
is playing.
The sound when the record is
playing is either too fast or too
slow.
Moving pitch adjust slider
produces no effect.
Strobe dots are difficult to see
and/or stylus illuminator is very
dim.
Humming is heard during
playback.
Unable to pair.
No sound is heard / Sound is
faint.
Sound is distorted / Noise is
heard / Sound cuts out.
• Is the cartridge's protector still in place? Remove the cartridge's protector.
• Is the tonearm in the lift position? Lower the tonearm.
• Are the function settings and input for connected equipment (amplifier, etc.) selected correctly? Check
whether the settings for the connected equipment are correct.
• Is the stylus damaged? Check the stylus and replace it, if necessary.
• Is the stylus placed correctly on the body of the cartridge? Check the cartridge and adjust it, if necessary.
• Are the setting positions for the pre-amplifier selector switch correct? Check that the pre-amplifier settings
are correct, noting the following common problems and their causes:
- If there is no sound, or if the volume is not loud enough, the product is set to the “PHONO” position
and connected to the amplifier’s AUX/LINE input.
- If the volume is too loud or is distorted, the product is set to the “LINE” position and connected to the
amplifier's PHONO input.
• Is the tracking force set too heavy? Adjust the tracking force.
• Is the anti-skate set improperly? Verify anti-skate is set for same value as cartridge tracking force.
• Is the record warped? Check the record.
• Is the record scratched? Check the record.
Decrease the vibrations or mount the product on a surface that is not subject to the effects of vibrations.
• Is the product mounted on an unstable surface? Check whether the surface on which the product is
mounted is suitable.
• Is there dust on the cartridge’s stylus tip? If dust is stuck to the stylus tip, clean it with a commercially
sold brush.
• Are the speed settings for the product correct? Use the platter speed buttons to select the correct speed
for the type of record being played.
• Is variable pitch engaged? Depress quartz button or return pitch adjust slider to center detent position to
engage quartz lock.
• If the LED next to the pitch adjust slider center detent position remains red when the slider is moved,
quartz lock is engaged. Depress the quartz button to disengage the quartz lock and activate variable
pitch. The LED should turn off.
• Excessively bright or fluorescent light interferes with strobe indicator. Hold hand, record jacket, etc. over
strobe indicator to shield it from bright light.
• Is the ground line connected correctly? Make sure the ground line is properly connected.
• Is the headshell attached to the tonearm firmly? Make sure the locking ring is tight.
• Confirm that the Bluetooth receiver device communicates using Ver. 2.1+EDR or higher.
• Place the product and the Bluetooth receiver device within 1 m (3.3') of each other.
• Turn on the power of the product and the Bluetooth receiver device.
• Turn up the volume of the product and the Bluetooth receiver device.
• Move away from obstacles between the product and the Bluetooth receiver device, such as people, metal
or walls, and place the product and the Bluetooth receiver device closer together.
• Turn down the volume of the product and the Bluetooth receiver device.
• Keep the product away from devices that emit radio waves such as microwaves and wireless routers.
• Keep the product away from TVs, radios, and devices with built-in tuners. These devices can also be
affected by the product.
• Move away from obstacles between the product and the Bluetooth receiver device, such as people, metal
or walls, and place the product and the Bluetooth receiver device closer together.
• For details about how to operate your Bluetooth receiver device, refer to the device’s user manual.
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Dimensions
352.0
452.0
141.6
(Unit: mm)
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Specifications
Communication specifications
Communication system Bluetooth version 5.0
Maximum RF output 10 mW EIRP
Maximum communication
range
Frequency band 2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHz
Modulation method FHSS
Compatible Bluetooth profiles A2DP
Support codec Qualcomm® aptX™ audio, SBC
Turntable specifications
Type 3-speed, fully manual operation
Motor DC servo motor
Drive method Direct drive
Speeds 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
Turntable platter Die-cast aluminum
Starting Torque > 1.0 kgf.cm
Braking System Electronic brake
Wow and flutter < 0.2% WRMS (33 RPM) at 3 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio > 50 dB
Output levels
“PHONO”
“LINE (MM)”
Phono Pre-amp gain 36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized
Tonearm specifications
Line of sight - approx. 10 m (33')
4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
240 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
USB function
A/D, D/A 16 bit 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz USB
selectable
Computer interface USB 1.1 Compliant Windows 8 or
above, or MAC OSX or above
General specifications
Power supply requirements 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A Max.
Power consumption 3.2 W
AC Adapter 12 V, 3 A
Dimensions 452.0 mm (17.80") × 352.0 mm
(13.86") × 141.6 mm (5.57")
(W × D × H)
Weight 8 kg (17.6 lbs) (without dust cover)
Accessories Dust cover, Felt mat, Platter,
Counterweight, Headshell (AT-HS6)
with VM stereo cartridge (AT-VM95E),
45-RPM adapter, Stylus target light,
Dust cover hinges, USB cable (1.9m
(6.2')), RCA audio cable (approx.
1.4m (4.6')), AC adapter (approx.
1.3m (4.3')
Replacement stylus (sold
separately)
Replacement headshell (sold
separately)
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to
improvements.
AT-VMN95E
AT-HS6
Type Static balanced S-shaped tonearm
Effective length 230.5 mm
Overhang 16 mm
Maximum tracking error angle Less than 3°
Stylus pressure adjustment
range
Applicable cartridge weight
range
Cartridge and headshell specifications
Cartridge Model AT-VM95E
Cartridge Type VM
Recommended load
impedance
Output voltage 4.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec)
Stylus 0.3 × 0.7 mil bonded elliptical stylus
Cantilever Aluminum pipe
Tracking force range 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
Cartridge weight 6.1 g (0.22 oz)
Headshell model AT-HS6
Headshell weight 9 g (0.32 oz) (including lead wire)
Headshell overhang
adjustment
0 to 4 g
3.5 to 8.5 g
47,000 ohms
± 5 mm
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• Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm
Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries,
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