SYNQ AUDIO RESEARCH X-TRM 1 User Manual

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Congratulations and thank you for buying this SYNQ product. Please read through these
operating instructions so you will know how to operate this product properly. After you
have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future reference.

• Very High Torque platter motor

• Extremely fast start, adaptable from 0.2 to 6 seconds.

• Extremely fast stop, adaptable from 0.2 to 6 seconds.

• 3 speeds: 33, 45, 78 rpm with quartz lock

• 3 Pitch adjustment ranges: +/-10% ; +/-20% ; +/-50%

• Forward / reverse play

• 2 Start / stop buttons for maximum flexibility

• Unbreakable white LED target light

• Phono / Line output selector on backside

• Original Stanton cartridge included

• All metal S-shaped tone arm assembly with:

• Counterweight

• Height adjustment with locking

• Anti-skating adjustment

• Lever lift with height adjustment

• Adjustable large feet for perfect leveling

Check that the following parts are included in the package with the main unit:

• Turntable platter

• Slip mat

• 45-rpm adapter

• Counterweight

• Head shell

• Operating instructions

• Cartridge

• Connecting cord cinch/cinch

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock,

do not remove any cover. No user-serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service

personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the use or the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the turntable. Electric shock or malfunction
may result.

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES:

• Install the turntable in a well-ventilated location where it will not be exposed to high
temperatures or humidity.

• Placing and using the turntable for long periods near heat-generating sources such as
amplifiers, spotlights, etc. will affect its performance.

• When the turntable is used in a loud-sound environment, for example near speakers,
sound skip and feedback may occur.

• Install the unit on a perfectly horizontal and very stable surface. A concrete or marble
surface is perfect. A wooden surface is a bad choice while it amplifies vibrations.

• Be sure the turntable, including its audio and mains cords, does not touch any
vibrating materials. Take special care when using the unit while it is installed in a
carrying case.

• Because of its two start/stop buttons the X-TRM1 turntable can be used in both
traditional and battle style setups:

Traditional setup:

Battle style setup:

Mostly used in discotheques. Mostly used for scratching and
Best for all round mixing. other aggressive mixing techniques

CLEANING THE TURNTABLE:

Clean by wiping with a cloth slightly dipped with water. Avoid getting water inside the unit.
Do not use volatile liquids such as benzene or thinner which will damage the unit.

CAUTION

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1. START / STOP Button: Press this button to start or stop the platter.

2. STROBE DOTS: The dots around the edge of the platter are used in conjunction

with the light located inside the power switch. While the platter rotates, the dots
help to indicate the speed. The dots flow to the right when the platter speed is
lower than the selected (33, 45, 78. When the dots flow to the left, the platter
speed is higher. When the dots seem to be stationary, the platter is rotating at the
exact speed. Use the Pitch slider (12) to adjust the speed.

3. POWER ON/OFF SWITCH: Used to turn the turntable on an off.

4. SPEED SELECT Buttons: Used to select the desired speed.

• Press the “33” button to select the 33rpm speed.

• Press the “45” button to select the 45rpm speed.

• Press “33” and “45” buttons simultaneously to select the 78rpm speed.

5. TARGET LIGHT: White led target light used to locate the exact place on your
record when used in a dark place.

6. STARTUP TIME: Used to adjust the time it takes to reach the proper platter speed.
Startup time is minimal when the potentiometer is completely turned to the left.
(proper speed attained after 0.2sec) Startup time is maximum when the
potentiometer is completely turned to the right. (proper speed attained after 6sec)

7. BRAKE TIME: Used to adjust the time it takes to completely stop the platter. Break
time is minimal when the potentiometer is completely turned to the left. (complete
stop after 0.2sec) Break time is maximum when the potentiometer is completely
turned to the right. (complete stop after 6sec)

8. REVERSE Button: Press this button to reverse the platter rotation, press this
button again to end the reverse mode.

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9. PITCH RANGE +/-10% Button: Press this button to adjust the range of the pitch
slider to +/-10%. Used when precise speed adjustments are needed. (beat mixing)

10. PITCH RANGE +/-20% Button: Press this button to adjust the range of the pitch

slider to +/-20%. Press the +/-10% and +/-20% buttons simultaneously to adjust
the range of the pitch slider to +/-50%. Used to obtain special effects.

11. PITCH SLIDER & QUARTZ Button: Use the pitch slider to change the actual
speed of the platter. The Range depends on the Pitch Range buttons (9+10).
When the slider is in its middle position, a led will turn on to indicate that the
turntable is locked to the exact center speed. When the QUARTZ Button is
pressed, the exact center speed is enforced, even when the slider is not in the
middle.

12. PHONO/LINE Output: Depending on the position
of the phono/line switch, you can connect the
turntable to any phono or line input, using the
supplied cinch/cinch cable. (a “cinch connector” is
often also called “RCA-connector”)

13. POWER CORD Connector: Used to connect to
the mains, using the supplied power cord.

14. HEAD SHELL: Install the cartridge here. When installing a cartridge, refer to the
installation instructions supplied by the manufacturer of that cartridge. During
installation, attach the stylus protector to guard the stylus tip from damage.

Attach wires as follows:
White (L+) Left channel +
Blue (L-) Left channel ­Red (R+) Right channel +
Green (R-) Right channel -

15. HEAD SHELL LOCKING NUT: Attach the
head shell by inserting it into the front end of
the tone arm and then turn the locking nut
clockwise.

16. TONE ARM: This is a fully manual S-shaped
tone arm. To start playback, gently place the
stylus on the record using the head shell
finger support. Do not drop the stylus onto
the record as this may cause damage to the
diamond tip and to the record.

17. TONE ARM LIFT: Used to adjust the height
of the tone arm. Put a vinyl record on the
platter and put the needle somewhere on the
record. Gently unlock the tone arm lift by
turning a small knob located on the tone arm
base, next to the ANTI SKATING knob for
about 90° counter clockwise. Turn the base
ring clockwise to lift the tone arm or counter
clockwise to lower it until the tone arm is
horizontal. Relock the tone arm lift again by
turning the small knob for 90° clockwise.

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18. TONE ARM BASE: The tone arm base includes the height adjustment and tone

arm rest.

19. TONE ARM LEVER: Controls the up and down action of the tone arm.

20. ANTI-SKATE Knob: When a record is playing, side forces are generated, pushing

the stylus towards the center or the outside of the record. You can use the anti­skate knob to offset this force and keep the needle centered in the groove. For
standard playback simply turn the anti-skate knob to the same number as the
stylus pressure reads in grams. (Stylus pressure = 3gr. Æ anti-skate = 3)

21. COUNTERWEIGHT: Use the counterweight to balance the tone arm and to adjust

the stylus pressure. For the correct stylus pressure, please refer to the user
manual of your cartridge.

Setting up the stylus pressure:

Make sure the cartridge is well
fitted and its needle protector is
removed. Put a record on the
platter and make sure the anti­skate is set to zero. Put the tone
arm lever in “down” position. Take
the tone arm and turn the counter­weight until the tone arm is in
perfect balance Æ It floats
horizontally above the record
surface, see “OK” picture at the right. Now set the “stylus pressure ring” (front
section of the counterweight with markings) to zero by turning the ring while you
take care that the counterweight doesn’t move. Next, turn the complete
counterweight clockwise until the “stylus pressure ring” indicates the correct needle
pressure. Don’t forget to put the anti-skate back in place.

Motor: 16 pole, 3phase, brushless DC motor
Driving Method: Direct Drive
Starting Torque: More than 4.5kg / cm
Starting Time: 0,20 ~ 6,00 seconds (adjustable)
Braking Time: 0,20 ~ 6,00 seconds (adjustable electronic brake)
Speed selection: 33

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~ 45 ~ 78 RPM

Speed adjustment: +/-10% ~ +/-20% ~ +/-50%
Wow & Flutter: less than 0,1% WRMS (JIS WTD)

Tone arm type: Static balanced S-shaped tone arm.
Tracking Error angle: Less than 3°
Cartridge weight: 13~18g.
Anti-skate range: 0~3g.

Power supply: 230V~ 50Hz.
Power consumption: 13Watts
Dimensions: 450 x 353 x 86mm (WxDxH)
Weight : 11kg.

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Nous vous remercions et félicitons pour l'achat de ce produit SYNQ. Nous vous prions de
lire ce mode d'emploi afin d'utiliser cet appareil convenablement. Apres l'avoir lu gardez­le pour une éventuelle future consultation.

• Démarrage x-trêmement rapide, réglable de 0.2 a 6 secondes.

• Arrêt x-trêmement rapide, réglable de 0.2 a 6 secondes.

• 3 vitesses: 33, 45, 78 rpm avec verrou quartz

• 3 gammes de vitesse possibles: +/-10% ; +/-20% ; +/-50%

• Lecture des disques inversée

• 2 boutons Start / Stop assurent un maximum de flexibilité

• Eclairage blanc de la cellule (incassable)

• Selecteur de sortie phono/line à l'arrière

• Cellule Stanton originale incluse

• Bras métallique en forme de 'S' assemblé avec :

• Contrepoids

• Lève-bras avec verrou

• Contrôle Anti-skating

• Elévation du bras avec réglage de hauteur

• Pieds de support réglables pour mettre la platine à niveau

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Vérifier la présence des composants suivants:

• Plateau

• Feutrine

• Adaptateur 45 tours

• Contrepoids

• Porte cellule

• Mode d'emploi

• Cellule

• Câbles de connexion cinch/cinch

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CONSEILS DE SECURITE:

ATTENTIÓN: Afin d'éviter tout risque

d'électrocution, ne pas ouvrir l'appareil. En cas
de problème, mettez-vous en contact avec

votre revendeur.
Cette flèche dans un triangle met l'utilisateur en garde de la présence dans
l'appareil de haut voltage sans isolation qui peut causer un risque
d'électrocution.

Un point d'exclamation dans un triangle prévient de la présence d'instructions
de fonctionnement et de maintenance fournies avec l'appareil.

Afin d'éviter tout risque d'électrocution ou d'incendie, n'exposez pas la platine aux
intempéries ou à l'humidité.
Ne pas insérer d'objets métalliques et ne pas laisser couler de liquide dans l'appareil. Des
électrocutions ou disfonctionnements peuvent s'en suivre.

INSTALLATION:

• Installer la platine dans un endroit bien ventilé afin de ne pas l'exposer a des
températures trop élevées ou a de l'humidité.

• Utiliser la platine pendant une longue période dans un endroit chaud (à coté
d'amplificateurs, spots,…) peut diminuer son rendement.

• Eviter les vibrations sonores (haut-parleurs,…) pour ne pas avoir d'effet de feed-back.

• Installer la platine sur une surface stable et horizontale. Préférer des surfaces en

béton ou en marbre plutôt que le bois qui amplifierait les vibrations.

• S'assurer que ni la platine, ni ses câbles n'entrent en contact avec des sources
provocant des vibrations. Etre particulièrement prudents lors de l'utilisation avec un
flightcase.

• Grâce à ses 2 boutons de démarrage, la platine X-TRM1 peut être utilisée de manière
traditionnelle ou lors de compétitions.

Installation traditionelle:

Installation pour concours:

La plus part du temps en discothèques. Plus aisé pour scratcher et pour les
Convient pour des mixages passifs. Techniques de mix's plus agressifs.

NETTOYAGE DE LA PLATINE:

Nettoyer avec un tissu légèrement humide. Ne pas renverser d'eau à l'intérieur de la
platine.
Ne pas utiliser de produits abrasifs (alcool,…) qui puissent endommager la platine.

CAUTION