TT200 - Turntable THOMSON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TT200 THOMSON

1. Read these instructions. All guidelines must be read before turning the unit on.

2. Keep these instructions for future use.

3. Respect operating and security guidelines.

4. Do not use the unit near water or in a humid environment.

5. Make sure no liquid is spilled on or inside the unit.

6. Move the unit carefully; avoid shocks.

7. Do not obstruct the device’s ventilation openings.

8. Do not place the unit near a heat source such as a radiator. Do not expose it to direct sunlight.

9. Connect the device as indicated in these instructions.

10. This unit has an overload protector. If the protector must be replaced, please contact a certified

technician or the manufacturer.

12. The unit should be unplugged if not used for a long period of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when: a. The power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. Objects have fallen on the unit or liquid has been spilled. c. The unit has been exposed to rain. d. The unit does not operate normally, although there is no visible damage. e. The unit is damaged.

14. The user shall not use the unit for any purpose other than as described in these instructions.

Failure to comply will void the warranty.

15. Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing and make sure that no objects filled with liquids,

such as vases, are placed on it.

16. To disconnect the unit, the plug should be fully disconnected from the mains socket outlet. The

mains plug should not be obstructed and should be easily accessible during use.

6. Turntable lock screw

7. Alignment screw with rubber cover

Caution: Using controls and making adjustments or conducting procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure to radiation. This unit should only be modified or repaired by qualified service personnel. Connecting the turntable

1. Connect the power cord (15) to an AC outlet.

2. Plug line-out RCA connectors into the line out socket (14) located on the back of the unit and to your

external amplifier to listen to the music.

3. Press the power switch (3) to turn on the unit. The power ON LED indicator (4) will light up. The

turntable is now ready to play your music. Please refer to the “Operating the turntable” section of this manual for details. Installing the counterweight

1. Slide the counterweight (8) to the front of the tonearm. Turn it clockwise until it clicks into place.

2. Turn the counterweight clockwise and push it back onto the rear of the tonearm, until it reaches the

white line, as shown in figure 2.

3. Turn the anti-skate dial to the “1” position.

4. Turn the counterweight anti-clockwise and push it to the front of the tonearm until the right tracking

force is obtained. PARTS / BUTTONS 2Note: the cartridge provided has a tracking force range of 4-6 grams according to the manufacturer. All cartridges have their own tracking force; please refer to their respective specifications. Before use, make sure to: - Remove the stylus protector. - Release the tonearm clamp and make sure the tonearm is free to move from the tonearm rest. Lock the tonearm in place again when not in use.

1. Lift the turntable dust cover (1).

2. Place the record on the platter (use the 45 rpm record adapter to play 45 rpm records).

3. Set the speed selector (10) to the right position for the record you are playing.

4. Push the cueing lever (11) upwards.

5. Lift the tonearm from the tonearm rest and slowly move it over the record to

the desired position. The platter will start turning.

6. Push the cueing lever (11) down to slowly lower the tonearm onto the record

7. When the record is finished, the tonearm will automatically return to the

8. To stop manually, lift the tonearm from the record and return it to the rest.

Pausing the playback Pushing the cueing lever (11) upwards will lift the tonearm and temporarily stop playback. Note: - The turntable’s mechanical auto-return system may enable during transportation. Thus, the tonearm will automatically return to the rest the first time it is placed on the platter – this is not a malfunction. - Since records vary in length, you may find the tonearm cannot automatically return to the rest once the record has finished. In this case, please adjust the tonearm’s stop position as indicated below. - Do not use a magnetic cartridge or it will no longer be possible to connect the unit via the Aux-in on an external device. Adjusting the pitch Use the pitch control knob (9) to adjust the turntable speed. Tonearm stop position alignment You can adjust when the tonearm returns to the tonearm rest once the record has finished as follows:

OPERATING THE TURNTABLE

3Before you start, please remove the rubber cover from the alignment screw (7). a) If the tonearm returns to the rest before a record is finished: use a crosshead screwdriver to turn the alignment screw (7) clockwise; the tonearm’s stop position will move inward, toward the centre of the record. b) If the tonearm does not return to the rest when a record is finished: use a crosshead screwdriver to turn the alignment screw (7) anti-clockwise; the tonearm’s stop position will move outward, away from the centre of the record. Note: - The ideal tonearm stop position is subjective and differs from customer to customer; please select the most suitable position for your own record collection. The factory setting uses the most common position. - Please check the stop position adjustment from time to time to ensure that the screw is not loose. Bluetooth transmission This product comes with an internal Bluetooth transmitter which can connect to your Bluetooth speakers so you can enjoy music directly from vinyl:

1) Turn on your Bluetooth speakers and keep them in search mode.

2) Press the Bluetooth button (2) once; the Bluetooth LED indicator (5) will start flashing quickly. The

Bluetooth transmitter will remain in search mode for around 30 seconds. If the Bluetooth transmitter cannot find any Bluetooth speaker to pair with, it will automatically switch to standby mode and the Bluetooth LED indicator (5) will flash slowly.

3) Once connected to the Bluetooth speakers, the turntable’s Bluetooth LED indicator (5) will light up.

Now you can play your records on the turntable and listen to the music from your Bluetooth speakers.

4) If you want to pair with a different Bluetooth device, press the Bluetooth button (2) once; the Bluetooth

transmitter will go into standby mode.

5) Turn on the other Bluetooth speakers and press the Bluetooth button (2) again. The Bluetooth

transmitter will enter search mode and will connect to the new Bluetooth speakers. Remark: The max. connection distance is around 9 meters. Please place your Bluetooth speaker as close as possible to this device to avoid connection getting disturbed. Turntable lock A turntable lock screw (6) protects your turntable during transportation. Turn the screw clockwise to release the lock before using the unit. 4Note: When there is no sound output, the unit will automatically switch to standby mode after a while in order to save energy. It can be turned ON again by using the Power button (3). The Bluetooth® word, mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bigben Interactive is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Bigben Interactive SA hereby declares that the TT200BT and TT201BT units comply with the essential requirements of directive 1995/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of March 9

, 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their compliance. To download the full statement, please visit our website: http://www.bigben-interactive.co.uk/support and the section `Declaration of conformity’. Don’t discard electrical and electronic appliances with regular waste. x Take them to an official collection point. x Some components may be hazardous to health and the environment. Imported by BIGBEN INTERACTIVE SA 396, Rue de la Voyette

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