AVID Acutus Reference SP, Acutus SP User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ACUTUS SP

ACUTUS REFERENCE SP

Extended 5-Year Warranty

AVID is pleased to extend the normal warranty duration to 5-Years from the date

of original shipping. This warranty is transferable in the unlikely event that you would

sell this unit onto another party. Register your product at:

www.avidhifi.co.uk/register.htm

Table of Contents

Section Page

Preface 3
Introduction 3
Warnings 3
Packing 3
Parts Checklist 3

Set-up Instructions and User Guidance 4

Power Supply 7
Servicing 8
Cleaning 8
Warranty-Terms and Conditions 8
Specifications 9

WARNING

YOU MUST ALWAYS REMOVE THE PLATTER AND BEARING

AND USE THE TRANSIT PACKAGING WHEN YOU TRANSPORT

YOUR TURNTABLE OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE BEARING

DON’T PUT IT ON THE BACK SEAT OF YOUR CAR—YOU’LL BREAK IT

PREFACE

Please take time to read this Instruction Manual before unpacking your Acutus SP Turntable.
This product is a precision engineered machine and whilst damage is unlikely with careful handling,
the sheer mass of some of the parts could lead to damage of less robust parts within its design.
Some of these parts have been excluded from the warranty.

<TAKE CARE AND READ THIS MANUAL>

INTRODUCTION

Acutus is an Audio Analogue Turntable manufactured to extreme limits of precision, design and
detail. There are many unique and novel features in this product and its design allows you to install
the pick-up arm and cartridge of your choice. With correct ancillary equipment it will take your
listening pleasure to new levels of excellence.

The Acutus has two main components, that being the turntable itself, made up of 6 parts and the
external power supply.

Whilst it shares some features found in other turntables, it has been designed without compromise
not trying to emulate or improve existing designs but redefine the whole thinking behind turntable
design.

We hope that you enjoy this turntable for many years!

WARNINGS

1. To prevent fire or electric shocks do not expose either the power supply or motor assembly to
rain or moisture.

2. The Main Bearing contains a Sapphire Cup Jewel and this can be damaged if proper care is not
taken (see set-up and warranty) and this will affect or stop your turntable working correctly.

3. The Platter surface may be cleaned with mild soapy water without harm but take care not to
scratch its surface.

4. The Power Supply contains voltages, which can cause serious injury or death as there are no
user serviceable parts there is no reason to open it. In situations of failure return to an
approved dealer or service agent.
settings will affect the performance and void the warranty .

5. The Motor is an individually hand crafted component and
opened or adjusted. If you experience what you think to be a problem consult an approved
dealer, service agent or AVID direct.

PACKAGING

Save all the packing in a dry place away from fire hazard. The Acutus Turntable is a precision
instrument and the packaging has been especially designed so that all component parts are safe
during transportation.
You should not have occasion to return your unit to us, but if you need to, the unit must be
shipped in its original packaging to keep it from damage. In the event of the packing being lost or
damaged further packing can be provided at cost.
Do not transport the turntable assembled. This may cause damage and void the warranty.

PARTS CHECKLIST

The packing has been designed to eliminate parts being missed, however if something is found to
be amiss please contact your dealer.

Instruction Manual 1 Drive Belt 2 Motor Restraining Band 1
Platter 1 Main Bearing 1 Suspension Lateral O-ring 3
Sub-Chassis 1 Motor Assembly 1 Wrench Key Size 3mm A/F 1
Clamp 1 Power Supply 1 Belt Pin 1
Main Chassis 1 Power Cord 1
4mm Tungsten Carbide Ball 1

There are calibrated components inside and altering their

must under no circumstances be