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KAM DDX1200
PRO DIRECT DRIVE TURNTABLE
OVERVIEW
The KAM DDX1200 turntable is designed to
give the DANCE DJ, MOBILE DJ & CLUB
INSTALLATION maximum flexibility and features
for minimum cost. This deck should combine
all the features you may have wished for with a
top build quality and specification.
PRECAUTION
Read the manual carefully before operation.
Do not remove cover or back to prevent
electrical shock. NO USER REPLACEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. The apparatus should not be
exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as drinks
glasses, should be placed on the apparatus.
Use the unit on a flat surface. Be sure not to
connect the power or cables before moving the
unit. Do not use chemical solvents on the unit.
Checklist of Parts:
1 x Turntable unit
1 x Turntable platter
1 x Slip mat
1 x 45 RPM adapter
1 x Counter weight
1 x Headshell
1 x RCA cable
1 x Target light
1 x AC power cord
1 x Cartridge
q START/STOP BUTTONS Press either of these
buttons to start or stop the platter.
w PLATTER
e MOTOR OFF Press the button to disengage
the motor, and the LED will flash. Press the
button again to re-engage the motor.
r TARGET LIGHT Insert target light to the deck
and it will light up.
t 33rpm PLATTER REVOLUTION SPEED BUTTON
Press for 33 rpm.
y 45rpm PLATTER REVOLUTION SPEED BUTTON
Press for 45 rpm.
u REVERSE BUTTON This button is used to
reverse the direction of the platter rotation.
i HEADSHELL LOCKING NUT
Visit www.kam.co.uk/tuition for full tone arm
assembly instructions.
o PITCH SLIDER Use this to change the speed
of the platter.
1) S SHAPED TONE ARM To start playback,
gently place the stylus on the record using the
headshell finger support. Do not drop the
stylus onto the record as it may cause damage
to the diamond tip and to the record.
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1! 45 RPM ADAPTOR Place on center spindle
for playing 7" records with large center holes.
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1@ ANTI SKATE KNOB When a record is playing,
a force is generated drawing the stylus
towards the center of the record. This control
compensates for that force and needs to be
set to the same value as the counter weight
pressure ring.
1# COUNTERWEIGHT Use this to balance the
tone arm and to adjust the stylus pressure.
Visit www.kam.co.uk/tuition for full tone arm
assembly instructions.
1$ POWER SWITCH This switch turns the power
on or off.
1% POWER CORD CONNECTOR Used to connect
the included power cord.
1^ GND Ground wire connection post.
1& PHONO OUTPUT This is a standard ‘phono
level’ output (using RCA jacks) which can be
connected to the ‘phono’ input on any DJ mixer.
1* HEADSHELL (not shown) install cartridge
here. When installing a cartridge, refer to the
instructions supplied by the manufacturer of
that cartridge. Visit www.kam.co.uk/tuition for
full tone arm assembly instructions.
1( TONE ARM LIFT This elevates the tone arm
above the record surface.
2) TONE ARM CLAMP AND REST Use this rest
for the tone arm and clamp it in position
during transportation.
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OPERATING
1. Turn the power dial to turn on and the
speed indicator and the strobe-illuminator will
light up.
2. Insert target light for illuminating the platter.
3. Place a record on the turntable mat. When
playing a 45rpm record with a large center hole;
place the 45rpm adapter on the center spindle.
4. Set the rpm rotation speed to match the
record’s own rotation speed.
5. Release the arm clamp.
6. Set the cueing lever to the up position.
7. Press the Start/Stop button and the
turntable platter will start to rotate.
8. Move the tone arm over the desired groove.
9. Set the cueing lever to the down position,
the tone arm will descend slowly onto the
record and play begins.
10. Adjust the pitch to a desirable speed.
During play, observe the strobe dots. If the
strobe dots appear stationary, this means the
platter is running at the normal rated turntable
speed, if the strobe dots appear to flow to the
right, the pitch is slower than the normal
rated speed. If the dots appear to flow to the
left the pitch is faster than the normal rated
speed. Move the pitch control slider up or
down to adjust the speed.
12. To suspend play, lift arm with cueing lever.
13. When play is finished, raise the cueing
lever, move the tone arm to the armrest and
secure the tone arm with the arm clamp.
14. Press either of the Start/Stop buttons to
stop the platter rotating.
15. Press the motor off button to turn off
the power.
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SPECIFICATION
MOTOR Direct drive
TONE ARM Static balanced S-shaped
PLATTER 330mm aluminium die cast
SPEEDS 33.3rpm & 45rpm
PITCH CONTROL +/-10%
BRAKING SYSTEM Electronic
WOW & FLUTTER Less than 0.15% WRMS
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20Hz - 20KHz
POWER SUPPLY AC 240V ~ 50Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION 7 Watts
DIMENSIONS 450 x 86 x 370mm
WEIGHT 4.8Kgs
Due to continuous product development, specifications are subject to change.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You will find two free downloadable PDF files at
www.kam.co.uk/tuition. One covers everything you
need to know about correct connection and installation
of you new Kam turntables and all other related
equipment. The other provides a step by step guide to
mixing for beginners.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
www.kam.co.uk
KAM DDX1200
PRO DIRECT DRIVE TURNTABLE
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