User manual
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electronic GmbH, 2018/05 Made in Germany
Upgrade Innovation to
Master Innovation
Master Innovation Black
Picture with:
Clearaudio tonearm „Universal“
and clearaudio cartridge
„Goldnger Statement“.
Master Innovation Wood
Picutre with:
Clearaudio tonearm „TT1 MI“
and Clearaudio cartridge
„Goldnge Statement“.
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Dear Clearaudio customer,
Congratulations to your choice to upgrade your
Innovation
to a
Master Innovation
turntable, a world
class turntable, handmade in Germany by Clearaudio electronic GmbH.
Like the model
Innovation
the
Master Innovation
has a resonance minimizing chassis construction in
a sandwich combination with the innovative motor unit (low noise level and high turning moments),
which guarantees total isolation of resonances from the turntable chassis, providing the best music
reproduction and authentic High End imaging.
The Clearaudio patented CMB-Bearing-T echnology, an inverted bearing with jewelled and polished
ceramic bearing shaft and a bronzed liner, provides frictionless analogue enjoyment.
This user manual described the reconstruction from the turntable
Innovation
to the turntable
Master Innovation
.
For more information regarding the
Master Innovation
you will get a separate user manual.
We wish you a lot of musical enjoyments with your new Clearaudio
Master Innovation
turntable.
Clearaudio electronic GmbH
This section must be read before any connection is made to the mains supply.
WARNING
Do not expose your turntable to rain or humidity.
Do not handle mains leads with wet hands.
No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the equipment.
CE-MARKING
EQUIPMENT MAINS POWER SETTING
Your Clearaudio product has been prepared to comply with the household power and safety requirements
that exist in your area. This product can be connected to 230 V or 110 V AC (50 Hz and 60 Hz).
COPYRIGHT
Recording and reproduction of any audio material may require the consent of the creator.
Please note relevant information given in the following:
- Copyright Act 1956
- Dramatic and Musical Performers Act 1958
- Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972
- Any relevant recent legal regulations.
The Clearaudio
Master Innovation
meets the regulations concerning electromagnetic
disturbance (EMC) and low-voltage appliances.
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Contents
1. Packing overview ................................................................... 4
2. List of components ................................................................. 5
3. Reconstruction Innovation to Master Innovation .................. 6 - 16
4. Fine adjustment of the motor ................................................. 16
5. Special notes ........................................................................... 17
6. Technical data ......................................................................... 18
Warranty – information .............................................................. 19
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1. Packing overview
Pic. 1: Packing overview
Box 1 of 2:
Drive unit,
already pre-mounted at
factory, accessories
Box 2 of 2:
Stainless steel platter,
drive platter
(38 mm)
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2. List of components
Clearaudio’s special secure packaging for your
Master Innovation
turntable ensures safe
transportation. Please keep this original packaging, in case you need to transport or ship the
turntable at any point in the future.
Clearaudio
Master Innovation
components list:
Pic. 2: List of components
1
2
3 4
5
1. First drive unit, pre-mounted
(Box 1 of 2)
4. Drive bearing
2. Stainless steel sub-platter
(Box 2 of 2)
5. Accessoires:
Pulley, white gloves, 2x drive belts, hex
wrench (#8), bearing oil, user manual,
QCQ-Card, warranty card
3. Platter with magnets (28mm)
(Box 2 of 2)
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3. Reconstruction Innovation to Master Innovation
The reconstruction of the turntable
Innovation
to
Master Innovation
is easy as most parts of the
turntable chassis are already pre-assembled and has been tested at the factory.
Please use the enclosed white gloves in order to avoid scratches or unwanted ngerprints on the
turntable parts or platters.
After the reconstruction the
Master Innovation
turntable requires a space for setup of at least
(in inch): 18.9 x 19.3.
18.90 inches
480 mm
19.29 inches / 490 mm
Pic. 3: Required setup space (with Clearaudio tonearm
Unify
)
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Before you can start to reconstruct the
Innovation
turntable to the
Master Innovation
please pay
attention that all bases of the
Innovation
turntable have the height of 40 mm!
If one of your bases has not the height of 40 mm, please contact the dealer, where you have
purchased your
Innovation
turntable.
1.)
Take o the tonearm base and the blind screw on the other base at your
Innovation
turntable
(as shown in Pic. 4).
Pic. 4:
Innovation
turntable backside
2.)
In the next step take o carefully the drive platter of your
Innovation
. Please keep all platters with
you, as you need the platters again for the upgrade to the
Master Innovation
.
Pic. 5: Taking o the drive platter
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3.)
Now remove carefully the stainless steel platter with the mounting clip
(accessory of
Innovation
turntable).
Avoid major side forces to avoid any damages to the ceramic bearing!
4.)
Next please remove the bearing of your
Innovation
. For that unscrew carefully the screw on the
lower side of the turntable and pull the bearing out of the chassis.
Pic. 6: Taking o the stainless steel platter
Screw on the lower side
Pic. 7: Removing the bearing
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5.)
Take out the delivered drive bearing for the
Master Innovation
.
Please remove carefully any protective security tape from the bearing.
Now you can put the new bearing into the chassis (see pic. 6) and arm the bearing with the
delivered screw on the lower side of the turntable.
Pic. 8: Setup of the drive bearing
6.)
Now please exchange the pulley of the
Innovation
turntable with the delivered pulley.
Pulley
Innovation
Pic. 9: Exchange of the pulleys
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Please pay attention that the exchanged
Master Innovation
pulley is ush mounted with the axis of
the motor.
Pic. 10: Setup of the
Master Innovation
pulley
Now the upgrade from the
Innovation
to the
Master Innovation
is completed and you can switch
over to the setup of the
Master Innovation
.
In the user manual for the
Master Innovation
you will nd the packing list, packing overview and of
course the whole description for the setup of the
Master Innovation
.
To make it easier for you, you can also go ahead with the following description:
7.)
In the next step remove carefully the lamination of the sensor on the upper surface of the turntable
chassis.
Please remove the lamination extreme carefully and avoid any soiling and scratches.
Take the stainless steel sub-platter again carefully with both hands and put it onto the bearing.
The lower side must show to the bearing. Through a lightly (!!) up and down movement the platter
will slip onto the bearing upper part
(Pic. 11 and 12).
Please remove the lamination extreme carefully and avoid any soiling and scratches.
Pulley for
Master Innovation
Distance is approx. 1,2 mm
Pic. 11: Setup of the sub platter Pic. 12: Setupf of the sub platter
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8.)
Take the drive platter with both hands carefully out of the box and remove the protection sheet.
Please pay attention that the magnets on the upper surface of the drive platter must be faced
upwards.
Magnets (face upwards)
Pic. 13: Setup of the drive platter
9.)
Put one of the delivered drive belts around the drive platter and the pulley.
Please pay attention that the drive belt is not twisted.
Pic. 12: Setup of the drive belt
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10.)
Now take carefully the turntable unit out of the box 2 und set it onto the drive unit as shown in the
picture below (pic.13) Please pay attention that the protection sheet between both units still
remain to avoid any damages!
Please pay attention that all center pins must be set very carefully into all threaded holes.
Pic. 13: Setup of the turntable unit
Pic. 14: Finished setup of the turntable unit
Center pin to set
into threaded hole
Center pin to set
into threaded hole
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11.)
Take the stainless steel sub-platter out of the box 3 and remove only the protection sheet, but keep
the protection lm of the upper side of the sub-platter.
Put the sub-platter very carefully onto the upper part of the bearing (pic. 15a)
Now take the main platter out of the box and set it up onto the upper part of the bearing.
The recess for the label must be faced upwards. Now you can carefully remove the protection lm
(pic. 15b). To avoid any damages on your bearing, the Delrin platter should have room temper ature
before the setup begin (approx. 20 ° Celsius).
Avoid major side forces to avoid any damages to the ceramic bearing!
Pic. 15a: Setup of the stainless steel subplatter Pic. 15b: Setup of the main platter
Pic. 16: Finished setup
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You will nd suitable adjustment equipment under www.clearaudio.de or www.analogshop.de.
12.)
To install the tonearm, please follow the user manual of the respective manufacturer.
If you purchased your Clearaudio
Innovation
turntable as a package with tonearm and cartridge,
you will nd a
Smart Level Gauge
in your accessory, which will help you to adjust the tracking force
of the cartridge:
✓
tracking force too high!
tracking force too low!
This position of the diamond correlates
to a tracking force of 20 mN (2.0g).
Pic. 17: Using the
Smart Stylus Gauge
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13.)
To mount and adjust a cartridge, please follow the user manual of the respective manufacturer.
14.)
The following nal adjustment is very important:
Please ensure that your turntable rack is in a levelled position.
Please check with the bubble level gauge, if your
Master Innovation
turntable is in a levelled
position. You can adjust each of the turntables feet to get the turntable levelled.
Only if the turntable is in a levelled position you will get the best results with your
Master Innovation
turntable.
Pic. 18a: Alignment of the turntable Pic. 18b: Adjustment of the height
15.)
Please connect the mains plug to your power supply.
16.)
By pushing the sensor switch, marked with “33 1/3” on
the motor, the turntable starts to spin until 33 1/3 rpm is
reached.
After the initial setup we recommend to let the turntable
spin for at least 15 to 30 minutes.
This ensures a smoother break in.
Pic. 19: Connection power supply and motor
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4. Fine adjustment of the Master Innovation motor
1.)
The
Master Innovation
is ready to play after ending the modication. But through the rebuilding
speed dierences could occur, because a complete new turntable is formed. In this case you have
to correct the speed. Please proceed as described below.
For the correct adjustment of the speed please put the recommended Clearaudio
Stroboscope
Testrecord
on the platter (See accessory pack
Innovation
turntable). Follow hereby the instruction
of the
Stroboscope Testrecord
user manual. To check the speed with highest accuracy please use
the Clearaudio
Speed Light
(AC039) (www.analogshop.de).
On the front side of your turntable there are three setting trimmers (see pic. 15).
- left trimmer = setting 33 1/3 rpm
(near turntable motor)
- middle trimmer = setting 45 rpm
- right trimmer = setting 78 rpm
(near turntable bearing)
If you like to adjust the speed 33 1/3 rpm , take the aluminium screw driver (see accessories) and
turn the left trimmer until you have reached the right speed according to the Stroboscope Testrecord
(see user manual “Stroboscope Testrecord”).
- Turning the trimmer counter clockwise = reduces the turntable speed
- Turning the trimmer clockwise = raises the turntable speed
Please proceed with the speed adjustment for 45 rpm and 78 rpm in the same way!
Please note:
If the turntable does not reach the correct speed, the sensor or the scale ring could be dirty or dusty.
To clean the sensor, please take o the two platters very carefully!
Clean the sensor and the scale ring with a little isopropyl alcohol and a cotton bud.
Be careful and avoid any scratches on the sensor or the scale ring!
If the motor has further more speed variations please contact your nearest authorized Clearaudio
dealer or directly the Clearaudio factory.
Now you are nally ready to play your vinyl records.
We wish you a lot of pleasure with your new
Master Innovation
turntable.
Pic. 20: Fine adjustment of the motor
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5. Special notes
5.1 Maintenance
• If the Master Innovation turntable is to be unused for some time, please disconnect the motor
from the main power supply.
• Every two years you can lubricate the bearing of the turntable platter with the bearing oil
provided; 1 or 2 drops will be enough.
• If any damage to the power cord should occur, please ensure that this is repaired only by
authorized personnel. Please note: A damaged power cord must be exchanged immediately.
Caution!
Please use only non-alcoholic uids specically intended for acrylic to clean the
Master Innovation
turntable.
Otherwise damage to the material or the surface can occur. Avoid using dry cloths for cleaning due
to electrostatic charging. Suitable cleaning materials are available from Clearaudio
(www.analogshop.de) or from your local hi dealer.
5.2 Transportation
• For any required transportation of the
Master Innovation
turntable, please always remove the
turntable platter and the shaft holder. Otherwise serious damage may occur. To avoid any dust
getting into the bearing, the bearing hole should be covered.
• Please ensure that you send the
Master Innovation
turntable always and only in its original
packaging. Without the original packaging, Clearaudio’s warranty will not be valid.
When repackaging the turntable, please follow in reverse the steps indicated in this manual for
installation and setup (from section 1).
5.3 Service
Any required servicing of Clearaudio products should be carried out by authoriz ed personnel only.
In the case of repairs, the
Master Innovation
turntable must be sent to your nearest authorized
Clearaudio distributor or dealer, or directly to the Clearaudio factory:
Clearaudio electronic GmbH
Spardorfer Str. 150
91054 Erlangen
Germany
Phone.: +49 9131 40300 100
Fax: +49 9131 40300 119
www.clearaudio.de
www.analogshop.de
info@clearaudio.de
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6. Technical data
Construction principle: - Resonance–optimised chassis shape
- Made of bullet proof wood and aluminium with precision
CNC machined surface.
- All turntable feet are ne adjustable
- Optical Speed Control (OSC)
- Playback with three tonearms possible
Available speeds: Electronic speed change, 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm, 78 rpm
Drive unit: - High torque DC motor exclusively made for Clearaudio;
Optical Speed Control (OSC) in real time through infrared
sensor
- Decoupled DC motor in chassis; resonance damping
device; belt-driven
- Magnetic decoupling of turntable and addtional drive
platter
Bearing: - Clearaudio patented ceramic magnetic bearing (CMB) in
main platter / upper drive platter assembly
- Inverted bearing in lower drive platter
Platter: 70 mm (2.75 inch) main platter, made out of synthetic
material with high density and excellent dimension stability,
precision CNC machined surface, solid stainless steel subplatter, dynamically balanced
15 mm (4/5 inch) precision CNC machined dynamically
balanced stainless steel sub–platter
Speed variation less than: < ± 0.05%
Power consumption:
Max. consumption:
Consumption in operation:
Standby mode:
O mode:
9,5 watts
4,1 watts
2,4 watts
0,0 watts
Weight: approx. 60kg (without tonearm and packing)
Dimension (w x d x h): approx. 460 x 485 x 396mm
approx. 18.11 x 19.09 x 15.59 inches
Warranty: 5 years*
* Provided that the warranty card is correctly completed and returned to Clearaudio within 14 days of purchase.
Clearaudio electronic is not responsible for typographical errors in descriptions.
Technical specications subject to change or improvement without prior notice.
Product availability is as long as stock lasts.
Copies and reprints of this documents, including extracts, require written consent from
Clearaudio electronic GmbH; Germany
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To benet from the full Clearaudio warranty (5 years for the for the
Master Innovation
turntable),
you must ll out and return to Clearaudio the corresponding part of the warranty registration
within two weeks of purchase.
The
Master Innovation
turntable must be returned in its original packaging. Without the original
packaging, Clearaudio’s warranty will not be valid.
ENGLISH
WARRANTY
For warranty information, contact your local Clearaudio distributor.
RETAIN YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT
Your purchase r eceipt is y our permanent r ecor d of a valuable purchase. It should be kept in a safe place to be referred
to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Clearaudio.
IMPORTANT
When seeking warranty service, it is the responsibility of the consumer to establish proof and date of purchase. Your
purchase receipt or invoice is adequate for such proof.
FOR U.K. ONLY
This undertaking is in addition to a consumer‘s statutory rights and does not aect those rights in any way.
FRANÇAIS
GARANTIE
Pour des informations sur la garantie, contacter le distributeur local Clearaudio.
CONSERVER L‘ATTESTATION D‘ACHAT
L‘attestation d‘achat est la preuve permanente d‘un achat de valeur. La conserver en lieu sur pour s‘y reporter aux ns
d‘obtention d‘une couverture d‘assurance ou dansle cadre de correspondances avec Clearaudio.
IMPORTANT
Pour l‘obtention d‘un service couvert par la garantie, il incombe au client d‘établir la preuve de l‘achat et d‘en corr oborer
la date. Le reçu ou la facture constituent des preuves susantes.
DEUTSCH
GARANTIE
Bei Garantiefragen wenden Sie sich bitte zunächst an Ihren Clearaudio Händler. Heben Sie Ihren Kaufbeleg gut auf.
WICHTIG!
Die Angaben auf Ihrer Quittung erlauben uns die Identizierung Ihres Gerätes und belegen mit dem Kaufdatum die
Dauer Ihrer Garantie-Ansprüche. Für Serviceleistungen benötigen wir stets die Gerätenummer. Diese nden Sie auf dem
Typenschild auf der Rückseite des Gerätes oder auch in der beigefügten Garantie-Registrierkarte.
NEDERLANDS
GARANTIE
Voor inlichtingen omtrent garantie dient u zich tot uw plaatselijke Clearaudio.
UW KWITANTIE, KASSABON E.D. BEWAREN
Uw kwitantie, kassabon e.d. vormen uw bewijs van aankoop van een waardevol artikel en dienen op een veilige plaats
bewaard te worden voor evt, verwijzing bijv, in verbend met verzekering of bij correspondentie met Clearaudio.
BELANGRIJK
Bij een evt, beroep op de garantie is het de verantwoordelijkheid v an de consument een gedateerd bewijs v an aankoop
te tonen. Uw kassabon of factuurzijn voldoende bewijs.
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GARANZIA
L’apparecchio è coperto da una garanzia di buon funzionamento della durata di un anno, o del periodo
previsto dalla legge, a partire dalla data di acquisto comprovata da un documento attestante il nominativo del
Rivenditore e la data di vendita. La garanzia sarà prestata con la sostituzione o la riparazione gratuita delle
parti difettose.Non sono coperti da garanzia difetti deriv anti da uso improprio , err ata installazione, manuten-
zione eettuata da personale non autorizzato o, comunque, da circostanze che non possano riferirsi a difetti
di funzionamento dell’apparecchio. Sono inoltre esclusi dalla garanzia gli interventi inerenti l’installazione e
l’allacciamento agli impianti di alimentazione.
Gli apparecchi verranno riparati presso i nostri Centri di Assistenza Autorizzati. Le spese ed i rischi di trasporto
sono a carico del cliente. La casa costruttrice declina ogni responsabilità per danni diretti o indiretti prov ocati
dalla inosservanza delle prescrizio-ni di installazione, uso e manutenzione dettagliate nel presente manuale o
per guasti dovuti ad uso continuato a ni professionali.
ESPAÑOL
GARANTIA
Para obtener información acerca de la garantia póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Clearaudio.
GUARDE SU RECIBO DE COMPRA
Su recibo de compra es su prueba permanente de haber adquirido un aparato de valor, Este recibo deberá
guardarlo en un lugar seguro y utilizarlo como referencia cuando tenga que hacer uso del seguro o se ponga
en contacto con Clearaudio.
IMPORTANTE
Cuando solicite el servicio otorgado por la garantia el usuario tiene la responsabilidad de demonstrar cuándo
efectuó la compra. En este caso, su recibo de compra será la prueba apropiada.
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clearaudio electronic GmbH
Spardorfer Straße 150
91054 Erlangen
Germany
Phone/Tel.: +49 9131 40300 100
Fax: +49 9131 40300 119
www.clearaudio.de
www.analogshop.de
info@clearaudio.de
Handmade in Germany
(Technische Änderungen vorbehalten -
Technical specication are subject to change without prior notication)
2018
© clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2018/05 Made in Germany
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