Silvercrest KH 2430 Operating instructions

3C + 4C

■ USB RECORD PLAYER

KH 2430

KOMPERNASS GMBH ⋅ BURGSTRASSE 21 ⋅ D-44867 BOCHUM

www.kompernass.com

ID-Nr.: KH2430 07/2009-V3

USB RECORD PLAYER

Operating instructions

USB-PLADESPILLER

Betjeningsvejledning

USB-GRAMOFON

Navodila za uporabo

KH 2430

Operating instructions ...................................................................5

Betjeningsvejledning ...................................................................35

Navodila za uporabo .................................................................65

Index

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Information for these operating

instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Limited liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Proper use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Danger from electric current . . . . . . 9

Basic Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . .10

Setting up and connecting . .11

to the power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Package contents and

transportation inspection . . . . . . . .11

Disposal of packaging . . . . . . . . .12

Requirements for the setup

location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Before initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connection to an external

ampliﬁ er . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connection to a computer . . . . . . .14

Installation and conﬁ guration

of the Programme Audacity . . . . . .14

Operating components

(see fold out sides) . . . . . . . .19

Audacity programme . . . . . . . . . . .20

Service and operation . . . . .21

Switching the device on and oﬀ . . .21 Starting the Audacity programme .21

Starting playback of records . . . . .21

Operation during playback . . . . . . 22

Setting recording level . . . . . . . . . .22

Recording with the Audacity

programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Exporting recordings . . . . . . . . . . .24

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Removing the cartridge

and needle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Installing a new needle . . . . . . . . .26

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .27

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Malfunction causes and remedies .28

Storage/Disposal . . . . . . . .29

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Disposing of the device . . . . . . . . . 29

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Notes on the

EG conformity declaration . . . . . .31

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Importer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

USB Record Player KH 2430

Introduction

Preface

Dear customer, by purchasing the record turntable KH 2430 you have decided on a quality product

from SilverCrest which, in terms of technology and functionality, meets the most up-to-date development standards.

Read the information included here so that you can quickly familiarize yourself with your device and thus make full use of its functions.

We wish you a great deal of enjoyable use.

Information for these operating instructions

These operating instructions are a component of the record turntable KH 2430 (henceforth designated as the device) and supplies you with important information for intended use, safety, installation and connection as well as operation of the device.

The operating instructions must be constantly kept available close to the device. They are to be read and used by anyone assigned to install, service and repair faults in the device.

Keep these operating instructions and hand them over with the device to any future owners.

This documentation is copyright protected. Any duplication and/or reprinting, entirely or partially, as well as reproduction of

illustrations, also in modiﬁ ed form, is only permitted with written consent from the manufacturer.

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Introduction

Limited liability

All technical information, data and information for installation, connection and operation contained in these operating instructions correspond to the latest at time of printing and, to the best of our knowledge, take into account our previous experience and know-how.

No claims can be derived from the details, illustrations and descriptions in these instructions.

The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage caused by failure to observe the instrutions, improper use, inappropriate repairs, making unauthorized changes or for using unapproved replacement parts.

Warnings

In the present operation insructions the following warnings are used:

DANGER

A warning of this danger level signiﬁ dangerous situation.

If the dangerous situation is not avoided it can lead to serious injury or death.

The directives in this warning are there in order to avoid serious personal ► injuries or death.

es a life threatening

WARNING A warning of this danger level signiﬁ es a possible dangerous

situation.

If the dangerous situation is not avoided it can lead to injuries.

The directives in this warning are there in order to avoid personal injuries. ►

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Introduction

IMPORTANT

A warning of this danger level signiﬁ damage.

If the situation is not avoided it can lead to property damage.

NOTE

Proper use

This device is intended for the playback of records only. In addition you can connect the device to a computer that makes recordings of records and saves these as ﬁ les in various formats.

This device is not intended for any other use or for uses beyond those mentioned.

WARNING Danger from unintended use!

Danger can arise from the device if used for unintended purposes and/or other types of use.

Claims of any kind for damage resulting from unintended use will not be accepted. The oper

es possible property

The directives in this warning are there in order to avoid property damage. ►

A note signiﬁ es additional information that assists in the handling of the ► device.

Use the device exclusively for intended purposes. ► Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions. ►

ator alone bears liability.

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Safety

In this chapter you receive important safety information regarding handling of the device.

This device complies with the statutory safety regulations. Incorrect usage can, however, lead to personal injury and property damage.

Danger from electric current

DANGER

Danger to life from electrical current! Dang

er to life exists from contact with live electrical wires or

components!

Observe the following safety information in order to avoid the danger of electric shock:

Do not use the device if the power cable or the power plug is damaged. ► Before using the device again have a new connection cable installed by an ►

authorized specialist. Under no cir

exists from touching voltage carrying connections and changing the electrical/ mechanical construction.

cumstances open the device's casing. The risk of electric shock ►

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Basic Safety Instructions

For safe handling of the device observe the following safety information:

Before use check the device for externally visible damage. Do not operate a ■ damaged device or one that has been dropped.

If the cable or connections ar ized specialist or the customer service department.

ersons who, due to their physical, intellectual or motor abilities, are incapable ■ of operating the device safely may only use the device under supervision or dir

ection from a responsible person. Only permit children to use the device under supervision. ■ Repairs should only be carried out by authorized specialist companies or by the ■

customer service department. Incorrect repairs can result in signiﬁ cant dangers f

or the user. In addition warranty claims become invalid.

A repair to the device during the warranty period may only be carried out by ■ a customer service department authorized by the manufacturer otherwise no additional w

Defective components may only be replaced with original replacement parts. ■ Only by using original replacement parts can you guarantee that the safety r

equirements are complied with. Protect the device from moisture and liquid penetration. ■ Always pull the cord from the mains power by the plug and not by the cable. ■ Do not carry the device by the connection cable. ■ Do not allow the connection cable to hang down. The danger exists of pulling ■

the device down by the cable. A

void direct sunlight. ■ Do not use the device in the vicinity of open ﬂ ames. ■ In the case of malfunctions and during thunderstorms pull the power plug out ■

of the mains power socket. Do not spr

with liquid, such as vases or open drink containers, on or near the device.

arranty claims can be considered for subsequent damage.

ay and/or drip water on the device and do not place any object ﬁ lled ■

Safety

e damaged have them exchanged by an author- ■

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Setting up and connecting

Setting up and connecting to the power supply

Safety instructions

WARNING When operating the device personal injury and property

damage can occur!

To avoid danger observe the following safety instructions:

Pakaging materials may not be used as playthings. There is a risk of ► suﬀ ocation!

Obser

ve the information regarding the setup location requirements as well ► as the device's electrical connection to avoid personal injury and property damage.

Package contents and transportation inspection

The device is delivered with the following components as standard:

Record turntable ● USB connection cable ● Adapter for single records (45's) ● Audacity programme CD ● Operating instructions ●

NOTE

Check the contents to make sure everything is there and for visible damage. ► If the contents are not complete or are damaged due to defective packaging ►

or through transportation contact the service hotline (see warranty card).

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Setting up and connecting

Disposal of packaging

The packaging protects the device from transpot damages. The packaging materials are selected from the point of view of their environmental friendliness and disposal technology and are therefore recyclable.

The recirculation of packaging into the material circuit saves on raw material and reduces generated waste. Dispose of packaging material that is no longer needed according to the regionally established regulations.

NOTE

If possible preserve the device's original packaging during the warranty ► period so that, in the event of a warranty claim, you can package the

vice properly for return.

Requirements for the setup location

For safe and trouble free operation of the device the setup location must fulﬁ ll the following provisions:

The device must be placed on a ﬁ rm, ﬂ at and level base. ■ Do not place the device in a hot, wet or very damp environment or in the vicinity ■

of ﬂ ammable materials. Do not r

emove the device's feet. Otherwise proper air circulation can not be ■

guaranteed. The mains po

be easily disconnected in an emergency. The sur

the device's rubber feet, softening them. If necessary place a base under the de

vice's feet. Operating temperature range: +5 to +40 °C ■ Humidity (no condensation): 5 - 90 % ■

wer socket must be easily accessible so that the power cable can ■

face areas of furniture may possibly contain components that could aﬀ ect ■

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Setting up and connecting

Before initial use

The following transportation protections are attached to the device:

Plastic band for holding down the pick-up arm –

Transport screw – Protective cover for the needle – Styrofoam blocks – Information sheet for the turntable –

Remove all packaging material and all transport protection from the device. ■ Release the turntable's transport protection by tightening the ■ transport screw

Electrical connection

Observe the following electrical connection for safe and failure free operation of the device:

Before connecting the device compare the connection data (voltage and ■ frequency) with that on the rating plate of your electric supply. This data must

ee in order to avoid damaging the device.

agr Make sure that the power cable is not damaged and is not laying over hot ■

surfaces and/or sharp edges. The connection cable must not be str

for securing the turntable

etched tight. ■

Connection to an external ampliﬁ er

Connect both cinch plugs of the LINE-OUT connection cable  input of an external ampliﬁ er. For this follow the operating instructions for the external ampliﬁ er.

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to the AUX

Setting up and connecting

Connection to a computer

System prerequisites

You will need a computer with a vacant USB port and with either Windows  or Windows® Vista operating system from Microsoft®.

Connection

Connect the USB cable to the USB port  puter. The device will be automatically recognized by the operating system and all necessary drivers will be installed.

NOTE

If you connect the device to another USB port the drivers will be installed ► again.

and to a USB port on your com-

Installation and conﬁ guration of the Programme Audacity

NOTE

In these operating instructions only the settings and programme components ► are described that you will need for recording and converting your records.

urther information can be found on the internet under the address

http://audacity.sourceforge.net.

The illustrations are applicable to the operating system Microsoft® ► Windows® XP. The screen image can diﬀ er, depending on the display settings, with other operating systems.

Installation

Place the supplied Audacity pro-  gramme CD in your computer's CD drive. The installation will begin automatically and the window "Setup

- Audacity" is shown. Click on the button "Next >". 

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Setting up and connecting

NOTE

If you have switched oﬀ the auto star not start automatically you can start the installation process by double clicking on the ﬁ le "audacity-win-1.2.6.exe" in the directory " Audacity_for_WIN".

The window "License Agreement" is shown.

Select "I accept the agreement"  and click on the button "Next >".

The window "Information" is shown.

Click on the button "Next >". 

The window for the selection of installation directory is shown.

Select the desired installation di-  rectory and click on the button "Ne

xt >".

t function and the installation process does ►

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Setting up and connecting

The window for the selection of further installation options is shown.

Select the desired options and click  on the button "Next >".

All installation settings are shown.

Click on the button "Install". 

The programme will now be installed. The installation progress is shown.

Then is shown that the installation has been completed successfully.

Click on the button "Next >". If the  option "Launch Audacity" is selected

he programme will start.

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Setting up and connecting

Conﬁ gur

ation

Copy the ﬁ le "lame_enc.dll" from the directory "Audacity_for_WIN" on the  Audacity programme CD to your computer's hard drive, i.e. to the Audacity installation directory.

You start the Audacity programme by double clicking on the programme icon  on the desktop or by selecting the corresponding input from the start menu.

When the pr installation you will be asked to select the language.

NOTE

The option "USB Audio CODEC" is only available if you have correctly connected the turntable before the programme starts.

ogramme starts for the ﬁ rst time after

Select the desired language and click on the  button "OK".

The language setting can be changed any time at a later date in the ► programme settings.

Select the menu option "Settings" in the "Pr Select the tab "Audio E/A". 

Carry out the following settings  in the section "Record":

vice: "USB Audio CODEC" –

Channels: "2 (Stereo)" –

Select the option "Listen to new  tracks during playback" if the r

ecord is to be played back

simultaneously when recording.

ocess" menu. 

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Setting up and connecting

Select the tab "File format".  Click on the button "Search 

library".

An information window will be shown.

Click on the button "Yes". 

Select the directory in which the  ﬁ le "lame_enc.dll" is located.

Select the ﬁ le and click on the  button "Open".

Select the bitrate for the MP3  ﬁ les.

Click on the button "OK" to  ﬁ nalise the setting.

USB Record Player KH 2430

Operating components

Operating components (see fold out sides)

Dust cover

Stop playback button

End playback button

Continue playback button

Turntable

POWER switch: Device on/oﬀ switch

Adapter for single records (45's)

USB connection cable

Transport securing screw/Turntable adjustment

Transport position: Screw loosened Operating position: Screw tightened to end stop.

Pick-up arm security lever

Pick-up arm elevating lever

Turntable speed selection switch: 33 ⅓, 45 or 78 Rev/min Pick-up arm

Needle with cartridge

USB port

LINE-OUT connection cable for connection of an ampliﬁ er (Cinch)

Mains power connection cable

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Audacity programme

1 3

1 Menu bar 2 Tool bars 3 Time indicators 4 Project zones (Recordings will be ﬁ led as sound tracks) 5 Status bar

Operating components

USB Record Player KH 2430

Service and operation

In this chapter you will receive important information for the service and operation of the device.

Switching the device on and oﬀ

To switch the device on activate the switch  POWER 6. To switch the device oﬀ activate the switch  POWER

Starting the Audacity programme

You start the Audacity programme by double clicking on the programme icon  on the desktop or by selecting the corresponding input from the start menu.

Starting playback of records

Open the dust cover  . Place the record onto the turntable 

NOTE

For playing records with a large centre hole (Singles) you use the adapter ►

With the Turntable speed selection switch  Release the security lever  Move the pick-up arm lever  Swing the pick-up arm to the desired position.  Move the pick-up arm lever 

arm and to place the needle 14 onto the record.

from the pick-up arm 13.

again.

set the required speed.

to the rear position to raise the pick-up arm.

to the forward position to lower the pick-up

NOTE

After the end of the recording is reached the pick matically to its starting position.

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-up arm will return auto- ►

Operation during playback

To stop playback press the button  Stop playback 2. The turntable stops and the pick-up arm remains in its current position.

IMPORTANT

Possible damage to the record or the needle.

If playback is stopped when the needle is still on the r damage.

Move the pick-up arm lever ►

Stop playback 2 button.

To continue after stopping playback press the button  Continue playback and move the pick-up arm lever

To end playback press the button  End playback and the pick-up arm 13 returns to its starting position.

Setting recording level

NOTE

The recording level setting is not possible with all operating systems. ►

Service and operation

ecord it can lead to

to the rear position before pressing the

to the forward position.

. The turntable stops

In the operating systems mixer settings set the re-  cording level so that in the drive indicator (1) -6dB

xceeded.

is not e

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Service and operation

Recording with the Audacity programme

Start the Audacity programme.  Start the record playback  Click on the button 

Recording will begin.

To stop the recording click on the button  (2). To continue the recording click again on the button (2).

To end the recording click on the button  the recorded data.

If the sound, during the recording, is to be played  back simultaneously via a speaker connected to the computer select "Listen to input signal" in the menu underneath the driv

Select this menu option again to switch playback  oﬀ .

(1).

e indicator.

1 3

(3). The sound track (4) contains

USB Record Player KH 2430

Service and operation

Exporting recordings

You can save your recordings in 3 diﬀ erent ﬁ le formats.

Exporting the entire recording as one ﬁ le

Select one of the following menu options in the "File" menu to export the  recording in the corresponding ﬁ le format:

"Export as WAV...", (normal audio) –

"Export as MP3...", (compressed audio) –

"Export as Ogg...", (compressed and lossless audio) –

Select the target directory and enter a ﬁ le name then click on the button  "Save". When exporting as WAV or Ogg ﬁ les the ﬁ les will be saved.

When e

xporting as MP3 ﬁ les the window "ID3 tags (MP3) process" is shown. Here you can enter information which will be saved in the ID3 tag in the MP3 ﬁ le. An entry is not absolutely necessary.

Click on the button "OK". The MP3 ﬁ le is saved. 

Dividing a recording into individual ﬁ les

Activate the selection work  tool (1).

Move the cursor within the  sound track to the beginning of the sector that is to be e ported.

Press the left mouse button  and hold it down.

1 32

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Service and operation

Drag the cursor, with the left mouse button held down, to the end of the  sector (3) that is to be exported and then release the mouse button. The sector is now tagged.

Select one of the following menu options in the "File" menu to export the  recording in the corresponding ﬁ le format:

"Select e

xport as WAV...", – "Select export as MP3...", – "Select export as Ogg...", –

Select the target directory enter a ﬁ le name and then click on the button  "Save". When exporting as WAV or Ogg ﬁ les the ﬁ les will be saved.

When e

xporting as MP3 ﬁ les the window "ID3 tags (MP3) process" is shown. Here you can enter information which will be saved in the ID3 tag in the MP3 ﬁ le. An entry is not absolutely necessary.

Click on the button "OK". The MP3 ﬁ le is saved. 

Repeat these individual operations to export further sectors of the recording  as ﬁ les.

NOTE

The window for entering information for the ID3 tag of the MP3 ﬁ le appears ► only with the ﬁ rst export. For all other sectors the data that you have

ed for the ﬁ rst export will be applied.

enter

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Maintenance

Removing the cartridge and needle

Release the lock on the tip of the cartridge  Release the lock on the rear side and remove the 

needle complete with cartridge.

Installing a new needle

Insert the new needle cartridge so that the locking  hooks clip into the recesses in the pick-up arm 13.

Press the cartridge upwards until it locks into  place.

IMPORTANT

Possible needle damage.

The needle can be damaged when inser

Make sure, during installation, that you do not touch the needle. ►

ting.

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Troubleshooting

Cleaning

Safety instructions

IMPORTANT

Possible damage to the device.

enetrating moisture can lead to damaging of the device.

Make sure, when cleaning, that no moisture penetrates the device to avoid ► irreparable damage to the device.

Cleaning

Clean the casing exclusively with a slightly damp cloth and a mild dish ■ washing liquid.

Troubleshooting

In this chapter you receive important information for malfunction localization and malfunction remedies. To avoid danger and damage observe the safety information.

Safety instructions

WARNING

To avoid danger and property damage observe the following safety instructions:

Repairs to electric devices may only be carried out by specialists taught by ► the manufacturer. Through improper repairs considerable danger for the user and damage to the de

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vice can occur.

Troubleshooting

Malfunction causes and remedies

The following chart will assist with the localizing and remedy of minor malfunctions:

Defect Possible cause Solution

The turntable not turn, in spite of the fact that the pick-up arm 13 is located in the playback position.

USB Audio CODEC can not be set as recording source.

No sound can be received with the Audacity programme.

Poor sound quality, strong noise, sound blackout

does

The device is not switched on.

The mains plug is not inserted.

The wall socket is not supplying power.

The button "Stop play-

back" down.

The USB cable connected correctly.

Recording source is incorrectly set.

Needle

Interaction between Line-out and USB cable.

is pressed

is worn out.

is not

Switch the device on.

Insert the mains plug into the wall socket.

Check the house fuse.

Press the button "Continue playback"

Check the USB cable connection.

Set USB Audio CODEC as recording source.

Replace the needle.

Make sure that the Line-out cable 16 is connected correctly and/or that the two plugs are not touching.

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Defect Possible cause Solution

Pick-up arm slips or does not move forward.

Sound does not playback during recording.

jumps,

NOTE

If the problem can not be resolved with the steps already mentioned please ► contact the customer service department..

The device is not standing level.

Incorrect programme settings.

A speaker is not connected to the computer or is not switched on.

Stand the device on a level base.

Activate the option "Listen to new tracks during playback" and select "Listen to input signal" in the "Drive indicator input" menu.

Check the speaker.

Storage/Disposal

Storage

Pull out the mains power plug if you are not using the device for an extended period of time.

Store the device in a dry environment. Protect the needle with the protective cap. Close the dust cover after use.

Disposing of the device

Do not, under any circumstances, discard the device in the household refuse. This product falls under the European directive 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).

Dispose of the device through an approved disposal centre or at your community waste facility. Observe the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt, please contact your waste disposal centre.

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Appendix

Technical data

General

Input voltage 230 V

Power frequency 50 Hz

Power consumption 5 W

Operating temperature +5 - +40 °C

Humidity (no condensation) 5 - 90 %

Dimensions (L x W x H) 356 x 348 x 109 mm

Weight approx. 2,45 kg

Motor and turntable

Motor Direct current-Servomotor

Drive system Belt drive

Speeds 33 ⅓, 45, 78 Rev/min

Flutter less than 25% (WRMS)

Signal to noise ratio more than 30 dB

Needle 402-M208-165

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