User manual PRO-JECT RPM 1 GENIE

[. . . ] Store in the original packaging so they are available for any future transportation. Cartridge downforce adjustment The counterweight (4) supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 4 - 9g. Place counterweight (4) halfway along the counterweight support rod at rear of arm, being sure to have the securing screw uppermost. With the power off, and the platter static, place the Stylus pressure gauge onto the platter (minus felt matt), with metal tip facing but NOT over centre spindle and carefully place the tip of stylus on point marked 17, 5 (this represents 17, 5mN or 1. 75 grams pressure). If the stylus gauge becomes level, then the correct pressure has been achieved. [. . . ] Under no circumstances should the arm tube be adjusted with the needle still in the record groove!The arm must be lifted to make each adjustment and lowered afterwards to check it. Connection to the amplifier The record player has gold plated female RCA phono sockets (9) so you can substitute the interconnect cables supplied with those of your choice for connection to the amplifier if you wish. Use the Phono input (sometimes labelled gram, disc or RIAA) on your amplifier. Make sure that the phono input offers correct matching and amplification for the type of cartridge used. The right channel is usually marked red, the left channel black or white. Check the manual supplied with your amplifier for relevant information. An earthing wire may be connected to the screw terminal between the sockets if you encounter hum problems when using the record player. If your amplifier does not have an input suitable for phono cartridges you will require a separate phono amplifier stage for MM or MC cartridges such as the PRO-JECT PHONO BOX or the PRO-JECT TUBE BOX which is then connected between the record player and a free line level input of the amplifier. For detailed product information please refer to the Pro-Ject web site www. project-audio. com. The recommended load resistance for the factory fitted cartridge is: 47kohms /MM-input Mains power connection The turntable is supplied with a power supply suitable for your country's mains supply. Check the label before connecting to ensure compliance with the mains rating in your house. Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the socket (8) on the rear of the record player before connecting the power supply to the mains. Switching on and off Pressing the power switch (11) alternately starts or stops the motor. Changing replay speed Put the belt (2) over the larger diameter part of the motor pulley (1). When the Pro-Ject Speed Box ore the Speed Box SE are used speed change between 33 and 45 r. p. m. For detailed product information please refer to the Pro-Ject web site www. project-audio. com. 4 © Audio Trade GmbH · Pro-Ject RPM 1 / Ortofon OM 3E · Revision 1. 3. 08/1. 5. 08 Maintenance and cleaning Your record player requires little or no regular maintenance. Never use a dry cloth because this will create static electricity which attract more dust!Antistatic cleaning fluids are available at specialist stores but must be applied sparingly to avoid damage to rubber parts. It is recommended to fit the needle cover before cleaning or maintenance is carried out to avoid damage. If the player is not used over a long period of time the drive belt can be removed to prevent unequal stretching. ! Always disconnect the record player from the mains power supply as a precaution before maintenance! Fitting and connecting the cartridge ** All cartridges with half inch mounting holes can be fitted. Leaving the needle's protection cover on, fit the cartridge to the headshell using the screws supplied with the cartridge by passing one screw through each slot in the headshell (10). Connect the tonearm wires to the cartridge pins as follows: white left channel positive (L+) red right channel pos. [. . . ] Distorted or inconsistent sound from one or both channels: Record player is connected to wrong input of amplifier, or MM/MC switch incorrectly set. Wrong r. p. m. , drive belt overstretched or dirty, platter bearing without oil, dirty or damaged. Service Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify despite the above information, please contact your dealer for further advice. Only when the problem cannot be resolved there should the unit be sent to the responsible distributor in your country. Guarantee repairs will only be effected if the unit is returned correctly packaged. [. . . ]