Bush KTS601 Instruction manual

Instruction Manual

You’ll soon be enjoying your new Turntable.

It all begins her

e, with your instructions. Don’t worry, there’s
nothing too technical coming up. Just simple, step-by-step
guidance to get you up and running quickly. Sound good? Then
let’s get started.

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’re here to help you get the most from your Turntable. Should you require

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any guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at:

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Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

Power source

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE .
PARTS INSIDE, REFER ANY SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL .

·Please read this owner’s guide

·Please take the time to follow the instructions in

this owner’s guide carefully It will help you set up .
and operate your system properly and enjoy all of its
advanced features .

·Please save this owner’s guide for future reference .

·The product label is located on the back of the

product.

·Heed all warnings - on the product and in the owner’s

guide.

·Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture .

·Do not use this product near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink, and laundry tub, in a wet basement,
near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water or
moisture is present .

·Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer .

·Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time - to prevent
damage to this product .

·Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel

·Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way: such as 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 -

·Do not attempt to service this product yourself.

·Opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltages or other hazards .

·To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid

overloading wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles.

·Use suitable power sources - Plug the product into a

suitable power source, as described in the operating

instructions or as marked on the product .
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily accessible.

This symbol means that this unit is double
insulated . An earth connection is not required.

This product complies with European low
voltage (2006/95/EC) and electromagnetic
compatibility (2004/108/EC) directives .

Disposal information

WEEE marking “Information for the consumer”

Disposal of your old product Your product is
designed and manufactured with high quality

materials and components, which can be
recycled and reused. When this crossed out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it means the product is
covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

Please make yourself aware of the local collection
system for electrical and electronic products. Please act
according to your local rules and do not dispose of your
old products with your normal household waste. The
correct disposal of your old product will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

DO NO T OPEN!

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Contents

Page Contents

Warnings ...........................................................................................................................................................................................5

Box contents and features
Set up and operating the turntable

Replacing the stylus ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................................8

Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................................8

Guarantee ................................................................................................................................................................................10-13

Warnings

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1. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on or near this equipment.

2. Do not place the product in enclosed bookcases or racks without proper ventilation.

3. The mains adaptor is used as the disconnect device and must be easily reached to unplug.

4. Always use the power adaptor supplied if it needs to be replaced make sure the replacement has the
same rating.

5. The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as
newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

6. Do not expose to dripping or splashed fluids. Objects filled with liquids, such as vases, must not be
placed on or near this equipment.

8. The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight, very high or low temperature, moisture, vibrations or
placed in dusty environment.

9. Do not use abrasives, benzene, thinner or other solvents to clean the surface of the unit. To clean, wipe
with clean soft cloth it and a mild detergent solution.

10. Never attempt to insert wires, pins or other such objects into the vents or opening of the unit.

11. Do not disassemble or modify the turntable - apart from the stylus which can be replaced, there are no
other user serviceable parts.

12. If the turntable is damaged in anyway or malfunctions do not use. Consult a qualified service engineer.

13. Switch o the mains socket the power adaptor is connected to when the turntable is not in use.

14. Do not dispose of this product with household waste at the end of its life cycle; hand it over to a
collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances. By recycling, some of
the materials can be reused. You are making an important contribution to protect our environment.
Please check with your Local Authority or recycling advice.

D

isposal of your old appliance:

1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product, it means the

product is covered by the European Directive.

2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of

separately from household waste at an appropriate recycling point/centre.

3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative

consequences for the environment and human health.

4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please

contact your local authority or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Box contents and features

Box Contents

1 x Turntable with attache case housing
1 x 3 Pin mains to 9V 0.8A plug-in power adaptor
1 x 2 Phono to 3.5mm jack AUX IN lead
1 x User guide
1 x Spare stylus

1. Lock catch

2. Dust cover

3. Adapter - Use this when playing 45rpm records with cut out centres.

4. Tone arm lift

5. Auto stop control

6. Speed selection - Three speed for choice: 33.3, 45, 78 rpm.

7. LED power indicator

8. Power switch / Volume control

9. Headphone jack

10. Tone arm

11. Speaker

12. Cartridge

13. Carrying handle

14. Aux in

15. Line out R channel

16. Line out L channel

17. DC power jack

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Features

- 33,45,78 RPM selectable speed turntable

- AUX IN for connecting other audio sources

- Headphone socket - can also be used for AUX OUT

- Built-in stereo speakers

- Portable attache case design

- Precision diamond stylus

Set up and operating the turntable

1. Remove all packaging from the unit.

2. Ensure that the security latch is closed so that the tone arm is not free to move.

3. Ensure unit is on a solid level surface, away from sources of heat,sunlight, etc.

4. Plug the jack plug from the power adaptor into the DC IN socket on the back of the
turntable case then plug the power adaptor into a three pin mains socket and switch the
socket on.

5. Remove the protective stylus guard from the tone arm cartridge by gently pulling
it forwards.

6. Carefully place a record/disc on the platter/turntable.

7. Turn the

8. Select the correct speed for the disc you want to play.

9. Release the security clip.

10. Lift the tone arm and place the stylus at the start of the record.

11. Turn the volume control knob clockwise to increase the volume or anti clockwise to
reduce the volume.

Tone Arm Lift

Please use Tone Arm Lift-up/Lift-down everytime start palys the Vinyl or stop palying Vinyl

Auto stop function

When the auto stop switch is in the ‘on’ position the turntable will automatically stop spinning

keep turning until the tone arm is lifted and returned to the rest position.

Using AUX IN

You can use the AUX IN 2 Phono to 3.5mm jack AUX IN lead supplied to connect other audio
sources such as a smartphone or tablet to the AUX IN sockets (15 & 16) on the back of the unit.
Switch on the turntable and play the audio from your device. Adjust the volume on the device
and turntable to get the best results.

Headphone socket

You can use the headphone socket to connect headphones to the turntable or to connect via
the 2 Phono to 3.5mm RCA Jack lead supplied to a Hi Fi system if you want a bit more volume or
want to record the disc playing.

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Replacing the Stylus

A

Locating pins

C B

Removing the stylus from the cartridge

1. Place a screwdriver between the top of the red stylus shell and the black holder and push
downwards in the direction “A” as shown above left

2. Remove the stylus shell by pulling it forwards and pushing downwards.

(inside)

Locating pins

(inside)

Replacing the stylus

1. Hold the tip of the red stylus shell and insert it by pushing in direction “B” as above

2. Push the stylus shell upwards in the direction “C” until it locks
into position.

Precautions

•

when playing LPs in the future.

• Do not place unit on top of or near loudspeakers as acoustic feedback can occur.

• Do not play badly worn or chipped records.

•

• Clean the unit with a soft, damp lint free cloth, never use chemicals or harsh abrasives.

• Use a good quality record cleaner for optimum results.

• Always secure the tone arm with the security clip before moving the unit.

Specifications

Mains adaptor
Input: 100-240V~50/60Hz
Output: 9 V 0.8A

Turntable
Speeds:

33,45,78 RPM

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User instructions
Troubleshooting

In the unlikely event of difficulties with your appliance please follow the trouble shooting guide below.
If the problem persists, visit the technical support website: www.argos-support.co.uk

Problem Reason(s) Solution(s)

No power

No sound when connected to
a home stereo system

No sound when connected to
a computer

The start or stop position is
not accurate

• Power cable not connected to
wall socket

• Power socket is not switched on

• The power saving mode is
activated.

• Volume is too low

• The RCA cables are not connected
correctly.

• The stereo system is not set to the
correct input mode.

• The device was not recognised
when connected.

• The software playthorugh option
was not ticked.

• The recording level bar was not
clicked.

• The tone arm alignment is not set
correctly.

• Make sure the plug is connected

• Switch the power on

• See ’Mains connection’ page 5 for
details.

• Increase the volume

• Check the connections.

• Check which input you connected the
RCA cables to and switch to that input
mode on your stereo system.

• Re-boot the computer and try again.

• See page 7 ‘Setting up the device on a
computer section 5’ for details.

• See page 7 ‘Setting the recording
levels section 2’ for details.

• See page 6 for instructions on
alignment.

Recordings made through a
computer are distorted

The stylus is skating across
the record

The record is playing too fast
or too slow.

• The input levels are too high • Adjust the input levels. See page 7

• The counter weight is not set
correctly.

• The pitch adjustment needs fine
tuning.

‘Setting the recording levels’.

• Adjust the counterweight. See page 4
‘Installing the counter weight’.

• Increase or decrease the pitch adjust
control. See page 5 ‘Pitch adjust’.

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