Audio-Technica AT-LP7 User Manual
AT-LP
7
User Manual
Belt-Drive Turntable
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IMPORTANT:
Turntable belt needs to be attached or turntable will not
operate. See page 5 for instructions.
For assistance, contact our Audio Solutions Department at
330-686-2600 x5000 or audio-solutions@atus.com.
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 • Platter
• Drive belt • Counterweight • Headshell (AT-HS10) with VM stereo
cartridge (VM520EB)
• AC adapter (Approx. 1.3 m (4.3'))
• User manual (this document)
• 45 RPM adapter • 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
Notes on use
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 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.
To install this apparatus only in the place where ventilation is good.
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.
Cartridge
• Lower 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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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.
For customers in Canada
IC statement:
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Part names and functions
Overall diagram
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Motor pulley
1
Platter
2
Spindle
3
Power indicator
4
Control knob
5
Use to start and stop, as well as select the platter's speed.
Tonearm
6
For details, refer to “Tonearm” on p. 4.
Feet
7
Adjust the level of the product.
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Pre-amplifier selector switch
8
If connecting to an amplifier's 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
9
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.
MM (VM)/MC cartridge selector switch
10
If using an MM (VM) cartridge, set this switch to the MM position.
If using an MC cartridge, set this switch to the MC position.
Ground (earth) terminal
11
Connect the amplifier's ground (earth) terminal to this terminal
using the RCA audio cable's ground line.
Power input jack
12
Connect the AC adapter.
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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.
Tonearm height setting lever
5
Anti-skate control dial
6
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 height adjustment dial
7
Use the adjustment dial to adjust the height of the tonearm.
Tonearm lift control lever
8
Operates the tonearm lift.
Tonearm
9
Locking ring
10
Rotate the ring to the left (counterclockwise) to secure the
headshell. To remove the headshell, rotate the ring to the right.
Headshell and cartridge
11
The cartridge (VM520EB) is attached to the headshell (AT-HS10).
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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.
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.
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.
2. Attach the belt to the platter first, and then attach it to the motor
pulley.
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Make sure that the belt does not get twisted.
Motor pulley
Belt
Untwisted Twisted
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.
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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