Audio Technica LP60BT User Manual

AT-LP60-BT Wireless Turntable

Installation and Operation Pages 2-9

AT-LP60-BT

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Installation et utilisation Pages 10-17

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Instalación y funcionamiento Páginas 18-25

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 [e-mail].

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Wireless Turntable

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the AT-LP60-BT wireless turntable. Audio­Technica has been a leading manufacturer of innovative stereo
phonograph products for more than 50 years. We are pleased to provide
this turntable, with its excellent performance and many convenient
features, for your enjoyment.

The AT-LP60-BT wireless turntable features:

• Fully automatic operation

• Two speeds: 33

• Professional aluminum turntable platter

• Integral Audio-Technica Dual Moving Magnet

1

/

RPM and 45 RPM

3

™

phono cartridge with

replaceable diamond stylus

• Built-in Bluetooth transmitter function. Permits use of turntable with
wireless speakers, headphones and other devices with Bluetooth

®

wireless technology.

•

Built-in switchable stereo phono/line level pre-amplifier. Permits use of turntable
with stereo systems having either magnetic-phono inputs or “AUX” (line-level)
inputs; also allows convenient use of turntable with most powered speakers

• Damped lift/cueing mechanism with front-panel control

• Removable dust cover

To assure maximum satisfaction from this product, please read the
information and follow the instructions presented in this manual. Please
keep the manual in an accessible location for future reference.

We suggest that you save all packaging materials for possible future
storage, moving or shipping.

CAUTION: To avoid stylus damage, make certain the included
stylus guard is in place whenever the turntable is being installed,
moved or cleaned.

Stylus assembly

Reference:

• Disconnect this product from the computer if you encounter any
malfunction like noise, smoke, smell, heat or damage with the
product. In such case, contact your local Audio-Technica dealer.

• Do not use the turntable within 22 cm of where a cardiac pacemaker
is installed. Pacemakers may be affected by radio waves of the
turntable.

• Do not use the turntable near medical equipment.
Radio waves may affect cardiac pacemakers and medical electronic
equipment. Do not use the product inside medical facilities.

• Do not use the turntable near automatic control devices such as
automatic doors and fire alarms.
Radio waves may affect electronic equipment and cause accidents
due to malfunction.

Simultaneous use with other devices

Failure, such as the interruption of sound, may be caused by radio wave
interference from devices that use the same frequency band (2.4GHz)
as the turntable, including devices with Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices using wireless LAN, digital cordless phones and microwaves.
Similarly, because radio waves of the turntable may affect these
devices, take the following precautions:

- Install the devices using the same frequency band (2.4GHz) away from

the turntable.

Instructions for Use

Any device which is connected to the turntable needs to meet the
Bluetooth standards established by Bluetooth SIG and be certified.
Even if the device meets the Bluetooth standards, it might not connect
to the turntable or the operation method and behavior may differ
depending on the device’s characteristics and specification.

Stylus guard

Stylus (“Needle”)

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Wireless Turntable (continued)

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 power cord plug at any time.

• In case of emergency, disconnect the power cord plug of this
apparatus 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.

• To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of this apparatus with
newspapers, table-clothes, curtains, etc.

For customers in the USA/Canada

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Caution:

To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside. Internal adjustments are for qualified
professionals only. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning Flash Symbol, with “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 enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons”.

The exclamation Point Symbol, with “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 product”.

Caution: To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug
with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades
can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Safety instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power­supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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.

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 comply 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 20cm or more away from person’s
body.

IC statement:

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with INDUSTRY CANADA R.S.S. 210, en
conformité avec IC: RSS-210/CNR210. 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.

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Main Features

Figure 1

Front Back

11

33

SPEED

45

AT-LP60-BT

WIRELESSTURNTABLE

4

START

STOP

1

3

2

10

PHONO

16 17

ANALOG

OUT

LINE

10

9

7

8

SIZE

5

12"

7"

12

6

1

START BUTTON
Engages the motor/platter and begins automatic operation.

2

STOP BUTTON
Disengages the motor/platter and returns tone arm to rest.

3

TONE ARM LIFT BUTTON
Lifts and lowers tone arm for manual selection.

4

PLATTER SPEED BUTTON
Select 33 RPM (button in high position) or 45 RPM

(button in low position) platter speed.

5

WIRELESS FUNCTION BUTTON (with Indicator LED)

Use to perform initial pairing with a Bluetooth receiver device

(speakers, headphones, receiver, sound bar, et al.) and to start/stop
wireless signal transmission.

6

SIZE SELECTOR
Select the size of the record: 12" or 7".

7

PLATTER
Aluminum platter mounts directly to center spindle/

motor shaft.
* Illustration shows platter with turntable mat placed on top of it.

8

CENTER SPINDLE
Centering pin for record positioning.

4

9

45-RPM ADAPTER (shown in receptacle)
Adapts 7" records with large center holes to fit center spindle.

10

DUST COVER HINGE HOLDERS
Attachment points for removable hinged dust cover.

11

DUST COVER

12

TONE ARM/HEADSHELL ASSEMBLY
Tone arm is permanently attached to the headshell

assembly.

13

STYLUS ASSEMBLY

14

STYLUS (“NEEDLE”)

15

STYLUS GUARD

16

PRE-AMPLIFIER SELECTOR SWITCH (PHONO/LINE)

15

13

14

(On back of turntable) Use PHONO setting when you connect to

the phono input on your home stereo via output cable. Use the
LINE level when you connect to CD/TAPE/AUX inputs of your
home stereo via output cable.

17

ANALOG OUT

Use this output to connect to your home stereo or powered

speakers via the included 3.5 mm stereo mini-plug to dual RCA
output cable.

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Initial Setup

Assembling the Turntable

The AT-LP60-BT requires some assembly before first use.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the AC power cable until assembly is
complete.

1. Carefully place the turntable platter on the center spindle,
making certain the platter is fully seated on the spindle.

2. While holding both ends of the red tape ribbon on the
turntable belt, carefully pull the belt over the brass motor
pulley (Fig. 2a). (If the belt drops off, remove the turntable
platter and put the belt back on it, as described on page 8.)

3. Once the belt is seated in the pulley’s groove, carefully
remove the ribbon. Make certain the belt is not twisted.

(NOTE: If the belt is not correctly positioned around the
motor pulley, the turntable will not operate. Please double­check to make sure that the belt is positioned correctly.)

4 Place the turntable mat on top of the turntable platter (Fig. 2b).

5. If desired, the hinged dust cover may be removed. Hold both
sides of the dust cover and pull upward gently and evenly to
detach the cover from the turntable (Fig. 2c). Keep the cover
in a safe, clean place.

6. To re-install the dust cover, guide the dust cover hinges into
the two hinge receptacles located at the back of the turntable
housing.

Setting the Pre-amplifier Selector Switch (PHONO/LINE)

For increased flexibility of use, this turntable has an internal stereo
phono pre-amplifier. The pre-amplifier selector switch (PHONO/LINE)
switch is located on the back of the turntable. If the stereo system you
are using has a PHONO input, set the pre-amplifier selector switch to
the “PHONO” position. If your stereo system does not have a PHONO
input, set the pre-amplifier selector switch to the “LINE” position and
connect the turntable’s output cables to the AUX or other high-level
input on your stereo system (described later) (Fig. 3).

The pre-amplifier selector switch does not affect wireless connection.
You can leave the switch in either position when connecting the
turntable to a

Bluetooth

receiver device.

Figure 2 – Assembling the turntable
2a – Drive belt

Red ribbon

Drive belt

2b – Record mat

45-RPM adapter

Brass motor
pulley

2c – Dust cover removal

Brass motor pulley

Figure 3

PHONO

AUX

Stereo system

White

Input
jacks

Pre-amplifier

selector

Red

AC

PHONO

LINE

switch

AC

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Initial Setup (continued)

Connecting to Stereo System (Wireless Connection)

About Pairing
To connect the turntable to a Bluetooth receiver device, the turntable

needs to pair (register) with the device. Once it is paired, you will not
need to pair it again with that device, except in the following cases:

• If the turntable is deleted from the Bluetooth receiver device

connection history,

• If the turntable is sent out for repair,

• If the turntable is paired with 9 devices or more.

(The turntable can be paired with 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
information for the new device.)

How to Perform Pairing
* Read the user manual for the
* Place the

Bluetooth

receiver device within 1 meter of the turntable to

Bluetooth

receiver device.

perform pairing correctly.

1. Set the

Bluetooth

receiver device into “pairing mode”.

2. After connecting the turntable’s power cable plug to an AC
outlet, press and hold the wireless function button for about
4 seconds. The button’s Indicator LED will begin flashing red/
blue.

3. When the pairing is successfully performed, the Indicator will
turn blue.

Listening to Music

1. Once pairing has been performed, press and hold the wireless
function button for about 2 seconds to turn on the
function. Turn on the

Bluetooth

receiver device. Indicator will

Bluetooth

turn blue when the signal is transmitted correctly.

2. Play and enjoy music according to the Automatic Operation
(See below) or Manual Operation (See Page 7) instructions.

3. Press and hold the wireless function button for 2 seconds to
cut the connection to the

Bluetooth

receiver device. Indicator

will turn off.

About Indicator Display
The wireless function button’s Indicator LED displays the following
wireless operating status by flashing or turning on:

Operating status

Pairing

Searching for device

Waiting to be
connected

Connect

LED display patterns

BlueRed

Flashing

LitConnecting

Connecting to Stereo System (Wired Connection)

1. Connect the output cable’s mini-plug to the ANALOG OUT on
the rear panel.

2. Connect the output cable’s red RCA-type pin-plug to the right
channel input and the white RCA-type pin-plug to the left
channel input of your stereo system (Fig. 3, page 5).

3. With the tone arm still fastened to the tone arm rest, slowly
turn the turntable platter clockwise ten times, to make certain
the automatic mechanism is fully cycled.

4. Remove the vinyl tie that holds the tone arm on its rest.

5. Connect the power cable plug to an AC outlet. Make sure the
AC outlet supplies the proper voltage for the AT-LP60-BT you
are using.

Operation

Automatic Operation

1. Remove the stylus guard from the stylus assembly
(Fig. 4).

2. Put a record on the turntable. If needed, use the
45 RPM adapter (Fig. 5).

3. Select the size of record: 12" or 7" (Fig. 6).

4. Select the speed: 33

5. Start: Gently push the START button (Fig. 8a). The turntable
will start and the tone arm automatically will move to the
lead-in groove. When the record has finished playing, the
tone arm automatically will return to the tone arm rest and
the turntable will shut off.

6. Stop: To stop playing the record before it reaches the end,
press the STOP button (Fig. 8b). The tone arm will lift and
return to the tone arm rest, and the turntable will shut off.

7. Pause: To pause the record before it has completed playing,
press the tone arm Lift button (Fig. 8c). Press the Lift button
again to continue playing the record.

6

1

/3 RPM or 45 RPM (Fig. 7).

Figure 4

Figure 5

Stylus assembly

Stylus (“Needle”)

Stylus guard

45 RPM adapter

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Operation (continued)

Caution: When the tone arm reaches the end of the record, it

will lift and return to the tone arm rest automatically. When this
happens, do not interfere with the tone arm’s motion, or

damage to the mechanism may occur.

If the tone arm does not return automatically to the tone arm
rest after the record has finished playing, simply press the STOP
button to complete operation.

Manual Operation

1. Remove the stylus guard from the stylus assembly (Fig. 4).

2. Put a record on the turntable. If needed, use the 45 RPM
adapter (Fig. 5).

3. Select the size of record: 12" or 7" (Fig. 6).

4. Select the speed: 33

5. Press the Lift button in to raise the tone arm (Fig. 8c).

6. Gently move the tone arm so the stylus is over the point on
the record where play is desired to begin.

7. Press the Lift button again to gently lower the tone arm and
play record.

1

/3 RPM or 45 RPM (Fig. 7).

Replacing the Stylus

While holding the head of the tone arm, rotate the front of the stylus
assembly in a forward and down motion to remove it (Fig. 9). (As
you remove the old assembly, note its position and “feel,” to aid in
properly installing the new one.)

Install the new stylus assembly as shown in Figures 10a/10b, being
careful not to touch the actual stylus. Make certain that the projection
at the back of the assembly is fully seated in the cartridge body first
(Fig. 10a), and that the assembly “clicks” up into place, with no gap
between its top edge and the front of the black plastic tone arm head
(Fig. 10b). Replace the stylus after 400 hours of use.

To maintain original performance, insist upon a genuine Audio-Technica
brand replacement stylus. Look for the Audio -Technica trademark ( )
on the front of the stylus assembly and on the packaging.

Figure 6

Figure 7

(Out)
(In)

Figure 8

8a 8b 8c

Button Position:

Tone Arm Action:

Figure 9 – Removing the stylus

Figure 10 – Installing a new stylus
10a

Out In

Lower Raise

Engage in
body first

10b

No gap here

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Troubleshooting

Turntable does not operate

1. Make certain the turntable’s AC cable is plugged into an AC
outlet, and that the AC outlet is “live.”

2. Check the drive belt to make certain it is on correctly. (See
Fig. 11.)

A) Remove the record mat from the turntable platter (Fig.

11a). Place the mat in the cardboard packaging sleeve for
safekeeping. Through an opening in the turntable platter, visually
inspect to see if the drive belt is around the brass motor pulley
(Fig. 11b).

(NOTE: If the belt is not correctly positioned around the brass
motor pulley, the turntable will not operate. Please double­check to make sure that the belt is positioned correctly.)

B) If the drive belt is not around the brass motor pulley: Lift

and remove the turntable platter. Place a thumb into each of
the left and right openings on the turntable platter; and, using
the fingers to press down on the turntable housing’s surface,
pull the platter straight up (Fig. 11c). Avoid pressing on the
tone arm.

C) With the turntable platter bottom side up, place the belt

along the outside wall of the turntable platter’s drive rim,
making certain that the belt is smooth and flat all the way
around (Fig. 11d).

D) Put the turntable platter back on the center spindle, make

certain it is fully seated, and align one of its openings over
the brass motor pulley position.

E) Through the opening, carefully hook the turntable belt with

a finger or with the original red ribbon (never use a sharp
object) and pull the belt over the brass motor pulley (Fig. 11e).
Make certain the belt is not twisted between the pulley and
the platter’s drive rim.

F) Put the record mat back on the platter.
G) While holding the tone arm in its rest position, slowly turn

the platter by hand clockwise at least 10 rotations to clear the
mechanism’s automatic cycle.

Turntable operates, but no sound at all

1. The stylus guard is still in place.

2. The tone arm Lift button is pressed in.

3. Amplifier controls set incorrectly: wrong input selected, tape
monitor on, speakers switched off, etc.

4. Check the stylus on phono cartridge for correct placement.
Refer to the instructions for replacing the stylus on page 7.

5. If connected to a Bluetooth device, make sure the wireless
connection has been performed correctly. (See page 6.)

Turntable operates, but no sound, or sound not loud enough

1. If the turntable is connected to an AUX (high-level) input: The
pre-amplifier selector switch may be set to the “PHONO”
position (phono-input level). Move switch to the “LINE”
position.

2. The input gain of the amplified speaker or similar device may
be too low.

3. The stylus assembly may not be fully seated in the
cartridge body. (See Fig. 10 on page 7.)

Sound is very distorted

1. Turntable connected to an amplifier’s PHONO input: If the
pre-amplifier selector switch is set to the “LINE” position
(AUX high-level output), a phono input will be overloaded.

Record/Tone Arm moves slightly up and down

1. Usually this is a normal condition and not a problem. If this
causes the turntable to be unable to track the record, please
contact your dealer or our service department. Ensure the

surface upon which the turntable is resting is not picking
up vibrations from the floor or walls, or from direct
speaker sound.

Figure 11 – Checking the drive belt

11a

11b

Brass motor
pulley

11c

11d

Drive belt

11e

Brass motor pulley

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Specifications

Tips For Better Performance

• When opening or closing the turntable cover, handle it gently,
moving it either at the center or equally from both sides.

• Do not touch the stylus tip with your fingers; avoid bumping
the stylus on the turntable mat or a record’s edge.

• Clean the stylus tip frequently, using a soft brush with a

back-to-front motion only.

• If you use a stylus cleaning fluid, use it very sparingly.

• Wipe the dust cover and turntable housing gently with a soft
cloth. Use only a small amount of mild detergent solution to
clean the turntable and dust cover.

• Never apply harsh chemicals or solvents to any part of the
turntable system.

• Prior to moving the turntable, always unplug it from the AC
outlet and fasten the tone arm on the tone arm rest with the
vinyl twist-tie.

Specifications

Communication system
Output
Maximum communication range Line of sight - approx. 10m
Compatible Bluetooth profile A2DP
Support codec SBC
Type Belt drive turntable, fully automatic
Platter Aluminum
Motor DC servo-controlled
Speeds 33
Wow and flutter Less than 0.25% (WTD) @ 3 kHz (JIS)
Signal-to-noise ratio >50 dB (DIN-B)
Cartridge Integral Dual Moving Magnet
Output level

Phono pre-amp gain 36 dB nominal, RIA A equalized
Power 120V AC, 60 Hz, 3W (U.S. and Canada)
Dimensions 360.0mm (14.17”) W x 97.5 mm (3.84”) H x 356.0mm (14.2”) D
Net weight 2.98 kg (6.6lbs.)
Accessories 3.5 mm (1/8”) mini-plug (male) to dual RCA (male) stereo output cable, 45 RPM adapter, removable hinged

Replacement stylus ATN3600L

• The

•

Pre-amplifier “PHONO” 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
Pre-amplifier “LINE” 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec

Bluetooth

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.

word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by

Bluetooth

Ver. 3.0

Bluetooth

Specification Power Class 2

1

/3 RPM, 45 RPM

dust cover

™

stereo cartridge with diamond stylus

Audio-Technica Corporation is under license.

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