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Table of Contents Introduction / Safety notes...........................................................4 Product Diagram.......................................................... 5 To Set-up your Spindeck........................................................6-7 Useful Tips...........................................................8 Specifications y...........................................................9 In Case of Difficulty..........................................................
Thanks for selecting Spindeck! Your Spindeck has been painstakingly designed to treat your valuable records with great care while providing exceptional sound quality at a price below most turntables of comparable performance. This was accomplished by eliminating non-essential frills while maintaining precise, accurate tolerances, and quality materials where it counts the most. Spindeck has been handcrafted in Europe by one of the most respected manufacturers of high-fidelity turntables on the planet.
Controls, features and connections: (1) Power switch (2) Stepped drive pulley and drive belt (3) Platter with felt mat (4) Tonearm counterweight (5) Tonearm lift lever (6) Tonearm rest and removable transport lock (7) Tonearm tube (8) Headshell with finger lift and pre-mounted Ortofon OM5e cartridge (9) Dustcover Lid (10) Lid hinge (11) Hinge fasteners (12) Signal output cable (13) Power cord (suitable for your country’s mains) Allen key 1.
To Set-up your Spindeck Install the Drive Belt 1. Remove the brown paper insert that supported the platter during transport. 2. Install the drive belt around the top section of the pulley, as shown in the following illustration. 3. Put the felt mat on the top of the platter. Belt set for 33 RPM as shown Connect Spindeck to your Amplifier Spindeck has a captive tonearm signal lead (pg.5, #12) for connection to the amplifier. Use the Phono input on your amplifier or Spinbase.
Fit the Lid Fit the lid (dust cover) carefully over the hinge prongs (pg.5, #10). The hinge tension is pre-adjusted, however if the tension changes over time you may adjust the screws until the lid stays open where you want it to without being too stiff to open or close. Remove the Stylus Protection Cover Carefully remove the clear plastic stylus protection cover by gently pulling it straight off the front of the stylus. Save it for later use if Spindeck must be moved or shipped.
Useful Tips Spindeck should be positioned on a low-resonance surface such as wood or multiple layer ply board to avoid structural vibrations disturbing replay. The Andover Spinbase has been specially designed designed to provide a stable, solid support that perfectly compliments Spindeck. Turntables and vinyl LP’s require a gentle touch to maximize performance and longevity. Following these guidelines will result in years of noise-free, reliable performance. • Do not handle records by the grooved areas.
Technical Specifications Spindeck Nominal speeds Wow and flutter Signal to noise Effective tonearm mass Effective tonearm length Overhang Power consumption Power cord Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Ortofon OM5e phono cartridge Frequency range Channel separation Output voltage Recommended load impedance Compliance/stylus type Recommended tracking force Weight Replacement Stylus 33/45 r.p.m. 33: <0.29% 45: <0.27% -65dB 8g 8.6” (218,5mm) 22mm 4.
In Case of Difficulty Your Spindeck is manufactured to the highest standards and underwent strict quality inspection before leaving the factory. Despite this, you may encounter difficulty due to improper installation, connection, or shipping damage. The following are a few examples, and their most likely causes. The platter doesn’t turn although the unit is powered on: • The unit is not properly connected to the main power supply. • There is no power at the wall outlet.
Customize your Vinyl Experience Vinyl playback technology offers the ability to customize your experience. Various accessories are available to allow you to tune the sound and operation to your taste. Here are a few examples that may be available on www.andoveraudio.com, or from your dealer: End of record lift: For the best tracking performance, high quality turntables typically do not have automation.
Installing a New Cartridge Please follow these instructions if you should ever need to change your cartridge. Please note: adjusting a cartridge and tonearm calls for great care to avoid damaging the cartridge or tonearm bearings. Ask your local dealer for help if you are unsure of any of the necessary steps and precautions which must be taken. All cartridges with half inch mounting hole spacing can be installed. Either remove the stylus or leave the stylus protection cover on.
Repacking diagram Be sure to repack your Spindeck correctly if returning the unit for any reason. Shipping damage due to incorrect packing is not covered by the warranty.
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee for Orders placed on Andoveraudio.com We are so convinced that you will love your new Andover product that if you are dissatisfied in any way, you may return your unit (purchased through www.andoveraudio. com) within 30-days from the time you receive your order for a full refund, minus the cost of any damaged, missing or abused components. Products purchased through an authorized reseller are governed by the policies of that reseller.
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