Grace Vinylwriter Pro GDI-VW05 User Manual

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Contents page

IMPORTANT Safety Instructions 3
PART I: Turntable Operation 4

Turntable Part Names / Functions 4
Listening to a Record 4

PART II: Record from Turntable to PC or Mac 5

Audacity 5

Audacity Software & USB Connection 5

Audacity for PC 5

Set Up Wizard: How to Set Up with PC 5
Installing Audacity Software on your PC 6
Audacity Control Panel & Configuring Audacity Settings 11
Configuring Settings for PC (Windows) 12

Recording to a PC 14

Export & Save Recordings (files) as WAV 14
Dividing Tracks & Exporting 15
Record to CD 15
Audio Playback & Special Windows Set Up (Windows 7) 16
Windows 7 … Recording Level Adjustments 18

Audacity for Mac 21

Set Up Wizard: How to Set Up & Record with Mac 21
Audacity Software & USB Connection 22
Audacity Control Panel & Configuring Audacity Settings 22
Export & Save Recordings (files) 25
Record to CD 25

Accessory Items Included 26
Specifications & System Requirements 26
Tips for Better Turntable Performance 26
Troubleshooting 27
Warranty 29
Customer Service & Support 29

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

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2) Keep these instructions.

3) Head all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with a dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation opening(s), install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object

should get into the set, contact your dealer.

10) The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,

shall be placed on the apparatus.

11) The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

12) Before plugging DC power adaptor into the unit; please make sure the “POWER” button is off.

PRECAUTIONS

1. In order to shut off the unit completely, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, be sure to unplug the unit if you

do not intend to use it for a long period of time.

2. Incorrect use of controls, adjustments and performance other than those specified herein may result in hazardous

radiation exposure.

3. Should this product malfunction, discontinue use and contact a qualified service center.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISKS OF ELECTRIC SHOCK- DO NOT OPEN!

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove casing.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The light flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended

to alert User to the presence of “dangerous voltage” which may be of sufficient

magnitude to cause electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert User to

the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in

the literature that may accompany the appliance.

This product may contain cheimcals listed in Proposition 65

(http://www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65/prop65_list/Newlist.html

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That may be known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm

CAUTION: To prevent shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully inserted

BEFORE USE

1. Choose a safe location and avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near any heat source.

2. Avoid locations subject to vibrations, excessive dust, cold or moisture.

3. Do not open the cabinet as this may result in electrical shock.

4. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, pull directly on the plug, NOT the cord.

5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finishing. A clean, dry cloth is

recommended for cleaning.

6. In order to completely turn off the unit, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

7. Keep this manual for future reference.

PART I: Turntable Operation

Turntable Part Names / Functions

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1. Removable Dust Cover

2. Platter 7 ¾”

3. 45 rpm Adapter

4. Adjustable Tone Arm Balance

5. Tone Arm Lift Lever

6. 3 Speed (33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm) Selection

7. Auto Stop Control

8. Tone Arm Balance Rest

9. USB Jack (connect to PC or Mac)

10. RCA Output (connect to stereo / audio system)

11. AC Power Cord (connect to wall power outlet)

12. Turntable Feet

13. Magnetic (Needle) Cartridge

14. Built-in RIAA Equalizer

LISTENING to a RECORD

1. Lift and remove the dust cover (1)

2. Connect the AC power cord (11)

to an electrical outlet (120V~60Hz)

3. Use RCA cables to connect the RCA output (10)

to your powered speaker or stereo system.

Make sure the red RCA and white RCA are inserted in the red & white jacks accordingly.

4. Place a record on the turntable and select the player speed (33/45/78) (6)

according to the

desired record speed. NOTE: when playing a 45 rpm record, use the 45 rpm adapter (3)

5. Remove the protective cover from the needle on your cartridge (13)

6. Remove the tone arm from the rest (8),

push Lift Lever backward (5) to raise the tone arm

and gently move the tone arm to the desired position over the record. The turntable will
begin to spin when the arm is moved toward the record. Push the Lift Lever ○5 forward
lower the tone arm slowly onto the desired position on the record to begin playing the
record. Adjust the tone arm balance if the cartridge (needle skates (slides) on your album

7. If Auto Stop Control (7) is turned ON, record will stop automatically when finished.
If Auto Stop Control (7)

is turned OFF, record will NOT stop automatically when finished.

8. For best performance and product maintenance, unplug the turntable when not in use.

PART II: Record from Turntable to PC or Mac

Audacity

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Audacity is the recording and editing software program included with your VINYLWRITER
PRO turntable. You must install Audacity (or an alternative recording software) on your

computer to record audio from your VINYLWRITER PRO to your computer. The Audacity disc

includes software for use with PC (Audacity Version 1.2.6) and Mac (Audacity Version 1.3.7)

computers.

IF you click on the disc and select open you will find the disc contains 5 software files:

1. Audacity_for_MAC 3. audacity-src-1.2.6
2 Audacity_for_WIN 4. AUTORUN.INF

5. The GNU General Public License.html

IF you use a PC you require Audacity_for_WIN and if you use a Mac you require
Audacity_for_Mac

The software is compatible with Window 98, 2000, ME, XP, VISTA, 7 and Macintosh.

NOTE: The other 3 files (audacity-src-1.2.6; AUTORUN.INF; The GNU General Public

License.html) are reference files only and should be ignored.

Once you have completed installing the Audacity Set Up Wizard to your MAC or PC, Audacity
software will allow you to create, record and edit files made from the audio recorded from your

VINYLWRITER PRO

Once installed, the Audacity program should open automatically. The Audacity icon

should

be saved to your computer’s Desktop as a shortcut. Click on the icon as a convenient method to

open the Audacity program.

Audacity Software & USB Connection

Your PC and Audacity must recognize your USB connection to your VINYLWRITER PRO
turntable. Therefore, always turn on your computer and connect the USB cable to the
turntable’s and the computer’s USB port. Then, with the AC adapter connected to your
VINYLWRITER PRO turntable, move the tone arm toward the album to start the turntable.

IMPORTANT: In order help ensure Audacity and you computer recognize the USB

connection, always connect your turntable USB port to your PC USB port
before you open the Audacity program.

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Audacity for PC

Set Up Wizard: How to Set Up with PC

To open the Set Up Wizard and install Audacity to your computer follow these steps:

1. Insert the Audacity software disk that comes with your unit.

Go to My Computer and double click the CD ROM Drive.

NOTE: The CD may automatically launch the Set Up Wizard. IF this is the case, refer to page 11.

2. Five folders should appear from the Audacity disk.

¾ Audacity_for_WIN is for Windows systems
¾ Audacity_for_MAC is for Macintosh systems

3. Double click the Audacity_for_WIN and audacity-win-1.2.6 will appear.

¾ double click the audacity-win-1.2.6 to open the Audacity software for PC installation.

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Installing Audacity Software on your PC

1. The Audacity Setup Wizard will appear,

Click on Next > to begin the software install process.

2. Click on “I accept the agreement” and click on Next.

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3. Continue to click on the Next> buttons.

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NOTE: be sure the box beside the Create a desktop icon is selected so that a shortcut

to the Audacity program is saved on your Desktop.

4. Click on the Install button to start installation.

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