Music hall MMF-5.1SE user Manual

music hall

mmf-5.1se

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

music hall

http://www.musichallaudio.com

august 2007

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE

You have selected an exceptional turntable. Each component used in the construction
of the mmf-5.1se was selected to provide you with superior performance and the
highest level of sound reproduction available today. We know of no turntable that costs
as much to produce yet sells for so little. The precise and elegant design of this
turntable makes it easy to install and operate. Please take a few moments to read over
the operating instructions to ensure that you get the best performance from your
turntable and years of trouble-free service.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

This product is designed and manufactured to strict quality and safety standards.
However, you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions:

1. Take heed of warnings and instructions
Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the turntable.
Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety instructions. Heed all warnings and
safety information in these instructions and on the turntable. Follow all operating
instructions.

2. Water and Moisture
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the turntable to moisture or
water. If the turntable is exposed to moisture, immediately disconnect the power cord
from the wall. Take the deck to an authorized music hall service center for inspection.
Do not touch the turntable, power cord, or plug with wet hands.

3. Object or liquid entry
Do not allow foreign objects or liquids into the unit. If this happens, immediately
disconnect the power cord from the wall and take the unit to an authorized music hall
service center for inspection.

4. Heat

Keep the turntable away from naked flames, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any
other heat-producing appliances (including amplifiers).

5. Climate

The turntable has been designed for use in moderate climates. Do not attempt to use
below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius) or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35
degrees Celsius).

6. Racks and Stands

Place the turntable on a fixed, level surface strong enough to support its weight. Do not
place it on a moveable cart that could tip over. We recommend only using stands
approved for use with audio equipment. See the SITING section for further
suggestions.

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7. Cleaning
Please refer to the MAINTENANCE section for detailed cleaning instructions.

8. Power Sources

Connect the turntable only to a power supply of the type and voltage described in the
operating instructions or specified on the rear panel of the unit.

9. Power-cord protection

Connect the turntable to the power outlet only with the cord supplied. Do not modify the
supplied cable in any way. Do not attempt to defeat grounding and/or polarization
provisions.
Do not use extension cords.
Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed, pinched, bent at severe angles,
exposed to heat, or damaged in any way.

10. Non-use periods

If the deck is to be left unused for a long period of time, the power cord should be
unplugged from the wall outlet and the belt removed.

11. Damage Requiring Service
Stop using the turntable immediately and have it inspected by an authorized music hall
service center whenever:

1. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

2. Liquid has been spilled onto the motor or into the bearing well.

3. The turntable has been exposed to rain.

4. The turntable does not operate properly.

5. The turntable has been dropped or damaged.

6. Smoke or any unusual smell is detected from the turntable.

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Parts Inventory and Operation Control Diagram

1. 3 x removable transport screws

2. 1 x stepped motor pulley

3. 1 x drive belt (packaged in parts bag)

4. 1 x sub-platter

5. 1 x platter with felt mat (packaged in bottom of box)

6. 1 x tonearm counterweight (packaged in carton foam) with attached tracking force

scale (6a)

7. 1 x tonearm lift lever/cueing lever

8. 1 x tonearm rest

9. 1 x tonearm

10. 1 x dust cover

11. 2 x dust cover hinges

12. 4 x dust cover hinge screws

13. 1 x mains wire connected to wall transformer (in a small white box set into the

underside of the packing foam)

14. 1 x audio cable

15. 1 x anti-skating rod

16. 1 x anti-skating weight (packaged inside the parts bag)

17. 1 x anti-skating hanger

18. 1 x removable tonearm locking strap or tie

19. 1 x belt changing tool (packaged in parts bag)

20. 1 x mains switch

21. 1 x headshell fitted with a Goldring cartridge

22. 1 x motor

23. 2 x threaded screws

24. bubble level

25. adjustable feet (mmf-7.1 foot pictured)

26. spike protectors (used on mmf-7.1)

27. turntable output connectors

Parts bag includes:
1 x 45 rpm adapter
1 x drive belt (3)
1 x anti-skate weight (16) (tiny weight attached to small piece of fishing line)
1 x belt changing tool (19)
1 x Allen Key to adjust tonearm VTA
1 x high quality interconnect cable (14)
1 x record clamp
1 x cartridge alignment guide
1 x instruction manual
1pr. x white gloves