MM 008 - Receiver THORENS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Phono preamplifier
Brand	Thorens
Model	MM 008
Cartridge compatibility	MM and MC (switchable)
Gain at 1 kHz	40 dB (MM) / 60 dB (MC)
MM input impedance	47 kΩ + 220 pF
MC input impedance	47 kΩ + 1 nF (adjustable with loading plugs)
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.3 dB
Total harmonic distortion+noise	<0.013% (MM) / <0.055% (MC)
Signal-to-noise ratio	>86 dB (MM) / >72 dB (MC)
RIAA conformity	±0.3 dB
Inputs	3 pairs RCA (MM, MC, MC loading)
Outputs	1 pair RCA (line level)
USB output (ADC model)	USB 2.0, 24 bits/96 kHz
Power supply	24 V DC, mains adapter included
Power consumption	3.4 W (MM 008) / 3.5 W (MM 008 ADC)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	150 x 50 x 117 mm
Weight	504 g (MM 008) / 511 g (MM 008 ADC) (power adapter not included)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry, soft cloth. Do not open the chassis.
Safety	Do not expose to rain or moisture. Disconnect before any handling.
Spare parts and repairability	Contact Thorens support service or an authorized dealer.
General information	Warranty and support at www.thorens.com/support

Frequently Asked Questions - MM 008 THORENS

How to connect my turntable to the Thorens MM 008?

Ensure the amplifier is off or muted and the MM 008 is unplugged. Connect the ground wire of your tonearm to the ground terminal (1). Depending on the cartridge type (MM or MC), set the MM/MC switch (2) to the appropriate position. Connect the cartridge cables to the corresponding MM (5) or MC (4) inputs. For MC cartridges, insert the appropriate loading plugs into the MC LOAD jacks (3).

What is the difference between the MM 008 and MM 008 ADC models?

The MM 008 ADC is identical to the MM 008 but additionally includes an analog-to-digital converter with a USB output. This allows you to record your records directly to a computer in high-resolution quality (24 bits/96 kHz).

Can I use an MC cartridge with the MM 008?

Yes, the MM 008 has an MM/MC switch. For an MC cartridge, set the switch to MC (internal). You must also choose the appropriate load resistance by plugging the supplied loading plugs (10, 100, 1k ohms) into the MC LOAD jacks. By default, without a plug, the load is 47k ohms.

Why is there no sound after connection?

Check that the MM/MC switch is correctly set according to your cartridge. Ensure the MM 008 power switch is in the ON position and the power adapter is plugged in. Check the volume on your amplifier and that it is not muted. If using an MC cartridge, verify that the loading plugs are correctly inserted.

How to record records via USB with the MM 008 ADC?

Connect the USB port (9) on the rear panel to your computer using the supplied USB cable. The computer will recognize the device as 'Thorens MM-008ADC'. Use audio recording software (e.g., Audacity) set to accept USB input at 24 bits/96 kHz. For optimal quality, use a lossless format like FLAC or Apple Lossless.

Can I connect the MM 008 to the phono input of my amplifier?

No, never connect the MM 008 output to a phono input. The MM 008 outputs a line-level signal (316 mVrms), it should be connected to an auxiliary input (Aux, CD, Tape, etc.). Connecting to a phono input would cause distortion and could damage the equipment.

What are the power specifications of the MM 008?

The MM 008 operates with a supplied 24 V DC external power supply. Power consumption is very low: 3.4 W for the MM 008 and 3.5 W for the MM 008 ADC. It can remain powered on permanently, but it is advised to unplug it if not used for extended periods.

How to clean and maintain the Thorens MM 008?

Unplug the device before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the case. Never use chemical or abrasive products. Do not attempt to open the chassis: it contains no user-serviceable parts. For any issue, contact Thorens support.

Is the MM 008 compatible with Mac and PC computers?

Yes, the ADC version is compatible with Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP and Mac OS. No driver is needed on Mac, and Windows automatically recognizes it as a USB audio device.

What to do if I don't have the MC loading plugs?

The loading plugs are supplied with the MM 008 (values 10, 100, and 1k ohms). If they are lost, you can contact your Thorens dealer for replacement parts. In the meantime, leave the MC LOAD jacks empty: the default load is 47k ohms, suitable for some high-output MC cartridges.

USER MANUAL MM 008 THORENS

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the MM 008 or MM 008 ADC MM/MC phono preamplifier. Please read this manual carefully before operating your unit in order to guarantee the best performance.

Your local Thorens dealer or distribution partner will be pleased to assist if you have any further queries or need more information about this product:

www.thorens.com/support

Rear panel:

1) Binding post for tonearm earth wire
2) MM/MC selector switch
3) MC cartridge loading sockets
4) MC input sockets (from turntable)
5) MM input sockets (from turntable)
6) Power switch
7) Power socket (from power adaptor)
8) Output sockets (to amplifier)
9) USB socket (to computer) [MM 008 ADC only]

Connecting your turntable

For the following steps, your amplifier should be powered off or muted and the MM 008's power supply should be disconnected.

1. Connect earth wire

If your tonearm has a separate earth wire for shielding purposes, connect it to the earth binding post (1) on the rear panel of the MM 008.

2. Connect RCA cables

For use with MM or high-level MC cartridges:

Make sure the MM/MC selector switch (2) is in the MM (outer) position.

Plug the leads from your turntable's cartridge to the MM input sockets (5) on the back of the MM 008: the right channel (red) cable into the right input and the left channel (white) into the left input.

For use with MC cartridges:

Make sure the MM/MC selector switch (2) is in the MC (inner) position.

Checking the manufacturer's specifications of your phone cartridge, choose which value of RCA loading resistance is most suitable. The MM 008 comes with three pairs of RCA loading plugs which are to be connected to the "MC LOAD" sockets (3) on the rear panel. Two RCA loading plugs of the same value must be fitted, one per channel. The default MC loading resistance is 47k with no RCA plugs inserted; if the cartridge manufacturer recommends a different load, you can choose between 10 , 100 and 1k with the RCA loading plugs provided. Please note that these plugs only refer to the MC inputs, not the MM inputs, which have a fixed internal load resistance of 47k .

Plug the leads from your turntable's cartridge to the MC input sockets (4) on the back of the MM 008: the right channel (red) cable into the right input and the left channel (white) into the left input.

Connecting your amplifier

Use high-quality RCA interconnect cables to connect the MM 008 to an auxiliary line-level input on your amplifier (Aux, Tape in, CD, Tuner, etc.).

Ensure that the right channel output is connected to the right channel input on your amplifier, and the left channel output is connected to the left channel input on your amplifier.

If your amplifier is already equipped with a phono stage and you are upgrading your system with the MM 008, do not connect the output of the MM 008 to the phono input: it is intended for connection to a turntable's cartridge output only, not to a line level output such as that of the MM 008.

Important:

Do not change the position of the MM/MC selector switch, connect or disconnect cables from the cartridge or connect or disconnect the MC loading plugs while the MM 008 is connected to the input of a preamplifier or amplifier and switched on as this can cause a loud abrupt noise in the loudspeakers with possible damage to the drive units. Always lower or mute the amplifier's volume, or switch it off entirely before making any connections.

Connecting the power adapter

Make sure the power switch is in the OFF (outer) position and the power adaptor is not connected to a mains socket.

Connect the Thorens power supply cable to the power socket on the rear panel (7).

After choosing and installing the correct snap-in mains plug for your country, connect the power adaptor to a live mains socket and engage the power button on the rear panel (6).

Always use the supplied mains power adaptor or an original Thorens spare part!

If you prefer, the MM 008 can be left powered on thanks to its very low power consumption levels. If you plan to leave it unused for a prolonged period of time, we suggest disconnecting the power adaptor from the mains socket.

The MM 008 is now ready for use. Switch on or un-mute your amplifier and enjoy your favourite music!

Connecting your computer and recording audio tracks (ADC)

The MM 008 ADC is equipped with a high-resolution analogue-to-digital converter allowing you to record vinyl tracks directly onto your computer's hard disk. It will work both with Microsoft® Windows® and Apple® Mac OS® based computers.

Connect the USB socket (9) on the rear panel to a free USB socket on your computer using the cable supplied or any other approved USB cable. The computer's new hardware device assistant should recognise the MM 008 ADC, which will show on the screen as "Thorens MM-008ADC" while the installation is in progress. Once the hardware installation is complete, you can start recording.

Please ensure that your recording software is set up to accept audio from USB and that it recognises "Thorens MM-008ADC" as its audio source.

Recording software:

Both Microsoft® Windows® and Apple® Mac OS® come with very simple audio recording software pre-installed. However, to take full advantage of the high-resolution recording facilities offered by the MM 008 ADC, we recommend recording software that can record at 24 bits/96 kHz and save lossless high-resolution audio files such as FLAC or Apple® Lossless.

Please visit www.thorens.com/adc for a list of recommend third-party recording software available for download from the internet.

Note: When downloading files from the internet, you should always use up-to-date anti-virus software. Thorens accepts absolutely no responsibility and provides no support for third-party software.

Technical Specifications (MM 008)

Mode

Gain at 1 kHz

Input impedance (MM)

Input impedance (MC)

Frequency response (flat)

Frequency response (-3 dB)

RIAA curve accuracy

THD+N

Signal-to-noise ratio

Crosstalk

Input sensitivity (MM)

Input sensitivity (MC)

Max. output voltage

Output impedance

Input connections

Output connections

Power supply

Power consumption

Weight

Dimensions (W× H× D)

MM/MC (switchable)

40 dB (MM)/60 dB (MC)

47 kΩ + 220 pF fixed

47 kΩ + 1 nF (modifiable with external load plugs)

20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.3 dB

10 Hz - 50 kHz

± 0.3 dB

<0.013% (MM)/<0.055% (MC)

86 dB (MM)/>72 dB (MC)

40 dB

3.29 mVrms for -10 dBV output (316 mVrms)

0.325 mVrms for -10 dBV output (316 mVrms)

482 mVrms at 5 mVrms input (1 kHz)

47Ω

3 pairs of RCA sockets (left/right)

1 pair of RCA sockets (left/right)

24 V DC

3.4 W/15 mA

504 g (not including power supply)

150 × 50 × 117 mm

Technical specifications subject to change without notice.

Technical Specifications (MM 008 ADC)

Mode

Gain at 1 kHz

Input impedance (MM)

Input impedance (MC)

Frequency response (flat)

Frequency response (-3 dB)

RIAA curve accuracy

THD+N

Signal-to-noise ratio

Crosstalk

Input sensitivity (MM)

Input sensitivity (MC)

Max. output voltage

Output impedance

Input connections

Output connections

Power supply

Power consumption

Weight

Dimensions (W× H× D)

A/D converter

Sampling rates

USB output

Operating systems

MM/MC (switchable)

40 dB (MM)/60 dB (MC)

47 kΩ + 220 pF fixed

47k +1 nF (modifiable with external load plugs)

20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.3 dB

10 Hz - 50 kHz

±0.3 dB

<0.013% (MM)/<0.055% (MC)

86 dB (MM)/>72 dB (MC)

40 dB

3.29 mVrms for -10 dBV output (316 mVrms)

0.325 mVrms for -10 dBV output (316 mVrms)

482 mVrms at 5 mVrms input (1 kHz)

47Ω

3 pairs of RCA sockets (left/right)

1 pair of RCA sockets (left/right)

24 V DC

3.5 W/15 mA

511 g (not including power supply)

150 × 50 × 117 mm

Tenor TE7022L 24Bit Delta Sigma

8,16,32,44.1,48,96kHz

USB 2.0, fully backward-compatible with USB 1.1

Windows® 8, Windows® 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS®

Technical specifications subject to change without notice.

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Dimensions (L x H x P)

Convertisseur A/N

8,16,32,44,1,48,96 kHz

To reduce risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This product was tested and complies with all the requirements for the CE Mark.

Compliant to 2002/95/EC (RoHS)

IMPORTANT: DISPOSAL OF WASTE EQUIPMENT BY USERS IN PRIVATE HOUSEHOLDS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed off with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handling it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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