Pro-Ject Record Box USB User Manual

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Ject Record Box USB

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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Dear music lover,

connecting to the mains, make sure that the

The power supply is used to disconnect the unit from the mains. Make sure that the power supply is

Never handle the device, the power supply while your hands are wet or

Avoid letting liquids enter the device or the power supply. Never place any item containing liquid,

e or the power

be used in damp or wet locations, next to a bathtub, sink, swimming pool or any other similar

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thank you for purchasing a Pro-Ject Audio Systems phono amplifier. In order to achieve maximum performance and reliability you should study these instructions for use carefully.

Warning of a hazard for the user, the unit or possible misuse.

Important notice.

Safety instructions

AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Before voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the power supply.

easily accessible at all times. damp.

such as a flower vase on or near the device. Never spill any liquid on the devic supply. Never place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles on or near the device. The product shall not conditions.

Connectors

Make all connections whilst the phono amplifier is disconnected from the power supply. Take care to connect the left and right channels correctly. The right channel is usually marked red, the

left channel black or white. Do not connect the phono amplifiers output to a phono input (sometimes labelled

on the amplifier. Never use any other power supply than the one supplied with the unit.

Connecting the record player (MM or high output MC cartridges only)

Connect the tonearm signal lead to the INPUT of the phono amplifier. The earthing wire may be connected to the screw terminal if you encounter hum problems when using the record player.

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Connection to the amplifier

socket of your computer directly. Connecting to

Microphone USB audio

codec

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Connect the OUTPUT of the phono amplifier to a line input (such as AUX, CD, Tuner, Tape or Video) on your amplifier.

Mains power connection

Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the INPUT DC socket of the phono amplifier before connecting the power supply to the mains.

Connecting to a Computer

Connect the USB-output of the unit to a free USB-socket on your computer and turn it on/make sure it is powered on. The “new hardware found assistant“ will automatically detect the unit and announces it as a audio codec. There is no need to install a driver manually.

After installation, one setting has to be done. For example - Windows 7

operating system:

Microphone USB

 Control Panel  Sound  Recording  Advanced: set to

2 channel, 16 bit, 48000 Hz (DVD Quality)

Microphone USB Audio CODEC  Properties 

Please note: Connection should be made to an USBUSB-hubs or switches can cause problems.

Recording Programme

In case you do not have a recording programme installed on your computer, you may download one free from the Internet. Recording programmes may be found by searching Google or Yahoo.

In the menu of the recording programme, source or input may have to be set to

Please be aware that downloads from the circumstances can we carry responsibility or provide support for third-

downloads should be checked with an up-to-date antiapplicable.

Technical specifications Pro-Ject Record Box USB

* typical for MM or high output MC cartridges Input capacitance/input impedance, MM: 47kohms/120pF

Gain: 32dB Output voltage typically: 200mV/1kHz at 5mV Noise floor: 88dB (A weighted) THD: <0,05% RIAA-equalisation curve accuracy: 20Hz - 20kHz / max. 0,5dB A/D converter: Burr Brown PCM2904 16-Bit Delta Sigma Sampling rates: 32, 44,1 and 48kHz USB output: 5 pin b connector (USB cable supplied) USB signal: digital serial data protocol USB 1.1 Operating systems: Windows XP Outboard power supply: 18V/500mA DC, suitable for your country's mains supply Power consumption: 100mA AC Dimensions W x H x D (D with sockets): 109 x 33 x 75 (88)mm Weight: 350g without power supply

, Windows VISTA®, Windows 7®, Windows 8®, Mac OS

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Potential incorrect use and fault conditions

No signal on one or both channels: No connection between player and phono amplifier ore amplifier. This could be due to a faulty plug, broken wire or solder joint or simply loose plug/socket connection.

Strong hum: No earth connection from cartridge or arm or arm cable to phono amplifier, or earth loop.

Service

Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify despite the above information, please contact your dealer for further advice. Only when the problem cannot be resolved there should the unit be sent to the responsible distributor in your country.

Warranty

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions for use. Modification or change to any part of the product by unauthorized persons release the manufacturer from any liability over and above the lawful rights of the customer.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems is a Registered Trademark of H. Lichtenegger.

This guide was produced by: Pro-Ject Audio Systems

Windows XP®, Windows Vista companies. Mac Dolby

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is a registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc..

and Mac OS® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Windows 7® and Windows 8® are trademarks of the Microsoft group of

The information was correct at the time of going to press. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the technical specification without prior notice as deemed necessary to uphold the ongoing process of technical development.