Silvercrest KH 2430 User Manual

■ 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

KH 2430

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

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.

USB Record Player KH 2430

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 es a lif 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.

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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 es possible pr 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 operator alone bear

operty

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. ►

s liability.

USB Record Player KH 2430

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! Danger t

components!

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

o life exists from contact with live electrical wires or

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

vice's casing. The risk of electric shock ►

USB Record Player KH 2430

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 are damaged hav ized specialist or the customer service department.

Per

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

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

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 warr

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

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.

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.

om a responsible person.

r the user. In addition warranty claims become invalid.

anty claims can be considered for subsequent damage.

ements are complied with.

oid direct sunlight. ■

ay and/or drip w

Safety

e them exchanged by an author- ■

ater on the device and do not place any object ﬁ lled ■

USB Record Player KH 2430

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!

Observ

e 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).

USB Record Player KH 2430

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 device pr

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 remo guaranteed.

The mains pow be easily disconnected in an emergency.

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

Oper

Humidity (no condensation): 5 - 90 % ■

operly for return.

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

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

eas of furniture may possibly contain components that could aﬀ ect ■

ating temperature range: +5 to +40 °C ■

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