Master Innovation User manual (set-up) Clearaudio Electronic® GmbH Hi-Fi Components Spardorfer Str. 150 D-91054 Erlangen Germany Tel +49 9131/40 300 100 Fax +49 9131/40300119 www.clearaudio.de www.analogshop.de info@clearaudio.de Copyright Clearaudio 2014 Version 1.4_22.08.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) Dear Clearaudio customer, Congratulations on your purchase of the Master Innovation turntable, a world class turntable handmade in Germany by Clearaudio Electronic GmbH. The Master Innovation’s state-of-the-art combination of a no-contact magnetic drive, frictionless Ceramic Magnetic Bearing and self-regulating, sensor-controlled Optical Speed Control guarantees incredible pitch stability and freedom from noise leading to unbelievably realistic musical reproduction.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) Contents 1. Packing overview 4 2. Parts list 5 3. Installation and set-up 7 4. Fine adjustment of the motor 15 5. Service and special instructions 16 6.
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Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 2. Parts list Clearaudio’s special secure packaging for your Master Innovation turntable ensures safe transportation. Please keep this original packaging, in case you need to transport or ship the turntable at any point in the future. Clearaudio Master Innovation parts list: 3 2 1 4 5 7 6 1. Drive unit 2. 3. Stainless steel sub-platter 4. Top unit with pre-mounted tonearm base (carton 2 of 3) Delrin or acrylic turntable platter 5.
Master Innovation 8 9 11 8. 10 13 12 14 15 User manual (set-up) 16 15 1 pair of white gloves 9. 10. Level gauge for turntable alignment 11. Grounding wire (to connect to the underside of the bearing part) 2 drive belts 12. 3 allen keys; sizes: # 2 (for optional Universal tonearm) /# 3 / # 7 14. Bearing oil for occasional use 13. Precision screwdriver 15. Clearaudio Smart Stylus Gauge 16. Clearaudio Stroboscope Test Record (Art. No. AC038) to adjust the exact speed 18.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 3. Installation and set-up The set-up of the Master Innovation turntable is easy as the turntable chassis is preassembled and has been tested at the factory. Please use the white gloves enclosed in order to avoid scratches or unwanted fingerprints (platter). The Master Innovation turntable requires a set-up space of at least 18.90 x 19.29 inches. 19.29 inches / 49 cm 18.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) Carton 1 of 3: 1) First, take out the three black flat pads from the accessory bag. Place these flat pads on your hi-fi rack or another suitable base, where the final position of your Master Innovation turntable will be. 2) Then take the Master Innovation turntable body (drive unit) from the next packaging layer and place the turntable’s spikes onto the flat pads.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 5) Take the drive bearing out of the box. Please remove the bearing protection film carefully. Carefully place the bearing onto the bearing axis. Image 4a: Setting-up the bearing Image 4b: Setting-up the bearing 6) Remove the protection film from the sensor mounted on the turntable chassis. Please do so extremely carefully to avoid introducing any dirt or scratches. Carefully take the stainless steel platter out of the box, using both hands.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 7) Take the drive platter out of the box and remove the protective film. Using both hands, place the drive unit platter onto the bearing, so that the magnets are showing on the top. Please be very careful. Image 6: Placing the drive unit platter onto the bearing 8) Place one of the two drive belts provided (the second is a spare) around the platter and around the motor pulley.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 9) Carefully take the top unit from carton 2 of 3 and place it onto the drive unit. Make sure that the protective film of the top unit is still fixed between the platter and the chassis to avoid damage. Please note that the centering pins will easily slide into the threaded hole without jamming. Centering pins for sliding into the threaded hole. Centering pins for sliding into the threaded hole.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 10) Take the stainless steel sub-platter from carton 3 and remove the protective packaging. Place the platter carefully onto the upper part of the bearing. Make sure that the protective film is still fixed in place at this point. Next, take the platter out of its box and set it carefully onto the bearing. The side with the cut-out (for the record) should face up. Now you can carefully remove the protective film.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 11) To install the tonearm, please see the relevant manufacturer’s user manual for that tonearm. 12) To mount and adjust a cartridge, please follow the relevant manufacturer’s user manual for that cartridge.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 13) The following final adjustment is very important. Please ensure that your turntable rack is in a level position. Please use the spirit level gauge provided to ensure that your Master Innovation turntable is in a level position. You can adjust each of the turntable’s feet to level the turntable. You will only get the best results with your Master Innovation turntable if it is level.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 4. Fine adjustment of the motor 1) The Master Innovation’s motor adjustment is already pre-set at the factory. However, some small speed deviations can occur during transportation or due to dirt or dust on the sensor or the sensor ring. Please check the speed before using the turntable for the first time.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 5. Servicing and special instructions Servicing Any required servicing of Clearaudio products should be carried out by authorized personnel only. In the case of repairs, the Master Innovation turntable must be sent to your nearest authorized Clearaudio distributor or dealer, or directly to the Clearaudio factory. Clearaudio Electronic GmbH Spardorfer Str. 150 91054 Erlangen Germany Tel: +49 9131/40 300 100 www.clearaudio.de www.analogshop.de info@clearaudio.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) 6. Technical data Construction principle: Resonance-optimised chassis, belt-driven with optical speed control and magnetic no-contact drive. Housing for up to three tonearms. Available speeds: 33 1/3 rpm / 45 rpm / 78 rpm Drive unit: Decoupled DC motor in a massive metal housing. Bearing: Main bearing: Clearaudio patented Ceramic Magnetic Bearing.
Master Innovation User manual (set-up) To benefit from the full Clearaudio warranty (5 years for the for the Master Innovation turntable), you must fill out and return to Clearaudio the corresponding part of the warranty registration within two weeks of purchase. The Master Innovation turntable must be returned in its original packaging. Without the original packaging, Clearaudio’s warranty will not be valid. ENGLISH WARRANTY For warranty information, contact your local Clearaudio distributor.
