Clearaudio TT5 User manual

User manual
Bedienungsanleitung
© clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2021-05 Made in Germany
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Dear Clearaudio customer,
Thank you for purchasing the Clearaudio
TT5 tangential tonearm.
With the TT5 Clearaudio oers vinyl fans a more aordable entry point into the high performance
of tangential tonearm technology.
Please read this user manual carefully to ensure the appropriate care of your tonearm and to avoid
any invalidation of your warranty by misuse. The manual will help you with both initial set-up and
ongoing maintenance.
We wish you much listening pleasure with your new Clearaudio TT5 tangential tonearm.
Clearaudio electronic GmbH
Warning
Do not expose the equipment to rain or moisture.
Do not handle the mains lead with wet hands.
No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the equipment.
Only for use on turntables.

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Contents
1. Package contents....................................................... 4 - 5
2. Mounting the clamping ring ...................................... 6 - 8
3. Mounting the TT5 tonearm........................................ 9
4. Mounting the cartridge.............................................. 9
5. TT5 adjustment ......................................................... 10 - 14
6. Special notes ............................................................. 14
7. Technical data ........................................................... 15
Warranty information ................................................... 31 - 32

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1. Package contents
The Clearaudio TT5 tangential tonearm is delivered in specially designed packaging to ensure
safe shipment. Please retain this packaging in case you need to safely transport, ship or store the
tonearm at a future date.
Please check the package contents rst. When unpacking the tonearm, be sure to handle the
tonearm’s sensitive signal cables with the utmost caution.
Note: All threads are right-hand thread (metric).
Pic. 1: Package contents
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1. TT5 tonearm; with pre-installed
precision-machined silver carbon
arm tube with aluminium headshell
(without cartridge)
6. Clearaudio tangential alignment gauge
2. Aluminium clamping ring with M6 x 8 7. 1 pair of white gloves
3. 1x hex wrench (# 1.5)
1x hex wrench (# 2)
1x hex wrench (# 2.5)
1x hex wrench (# 3)
8. Clearaudio Mini Level Gauge
4. Clamping ring mounting bolts:
- 3x allen screws M4 x 10
Cartridge mounting screws
(not pictured):
- 2x M2.5 x 12
- 2x M2.5 x 14
9. TT5 VTA x
5. 4x counterweights:
2.3; 2.6; 4.3 and 8.0 grams 10. Not pictured: Warranty card; User manual; Clearaudio
quality certicate and return delivery note

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2. Mounting the clamping ring
2.1 Selecting the correct tonearm base
If you would like to use the TT5 in combination with an swing base, please go ahead and mount the
swing base as described in the user manual. The clamping ring is not needed in this case.
Whether you want to use the TT5 with or without swing base, the following instructions (from point
4 onwards) for setting the TT5 apply are for both options.
Before mounting the clamping ring, rst check that the correct tonearm base is mounted on your
turntable.
For Clearaudio Performance DC and Ovation turntables you can use the following tonearm bases:
• Uni concept / Performance DC / Ovation (Art. No. AC031-5)
This tonearm base is equally suitable for mounting all Clearaudio radial tonearms and TT5
tangential tonearm without additional mounting of the clamping ring.
Please note: This tonearm base is not suitable to mount the swing base!
• Unify base (Art. No. AC031-4)
For mounting the clamping ring or the Clearaudio swing base.
Pic. 3: Unify base (Art. No. AC031-4)
Pic. 2: Uni concept / Performance DC / Ovation (Art. No. AC031-5)

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Please tighten all three screws rmly (Pic. 6).
Pic. 5: Mounting the clamping ring Pic. 6: Fixing the clamping ring
• To mount the clamping ring on a turntable of the Clearaudio Innovation series you will need
to mount the Unify 12 inch level base (Art. No. AC030-4).
For mounting the clamping ring or the Clearaudio swing base.
2.2 Mounting the clamping ring
If the clamping ring is not necessary you can proceed with point 3.
Attach the aluminium clamping ring to the clean surface of the turntable chassis using the included
M4 x 10 hex socket head cap screws and the matching hex wrench (#3).
Make sure that the clamping ring sits perfectly at on the mounting surface.
Pic. 4: Unify 12 inch level base (Art. No. AC030-4)

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Mounting the aluminum clamping ring on a non-Clearaudio turntable:
To install the aluminium clamping ring on the turntable chassis, you will need to drill the required
holes. Please refer to the drilling template shown below (Pic. 7) for the measurements to mark the
exact drilling holes.
Please be informed, that this drawing is not suitable for use as a mounting tool.
Use a 3.3mm HSS drill bit, then cut an M4 thread into each hole using an appropriate tap cutting
tool.
If the turntable chassis material is not suitable for cutting threads, please use a 4.5mm HSS drill bit
to drill the holes through the material. In this case use standard bolts and nuts to x the arm base.
Pic. 7: Mounting the aluminium clamping ring on a non-Clearaudio turntable

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3. Mounting of the TT5 tonearm
Guide rst the tonearm cable, followed by the foot of the tonearm through the aluminium clamping
ring, swing base, or tonearm base. Next, set the approximate height and position of the
tonearm and secure it with the arm locking screw in
the aluminium clamping ring, swing base, or tonearm
base (see Pic. 8).
To adjust the position of the tonearm, we recommend
the Clearaudio Cartridge alignment gauge
(Art. No. AC005/IEC; www.analogshop.de).
You can also use a common ruler for this purpose.
Thedistanceofthespindletothecentreoftheclamping
ring should be 222mm.
Pic. 8: Mounting the tonearm
Pic. 9: Mounting the cartridge Pic. 10: Mounted cartridge
Now you can remove the rubber band that serves as a carriage lock.
4. Mounting of the cartridge
Important note: To avoid any damage to your cartridge during assembly, please leave
the stylus guard on your cartridge and proceed very carefully.
Make sure that the tonearm height allows enough space above the turntable platter to mount
the cartridge. Using the screws supplied (M2.5 x 12 or M2.5 x 14), attach the cartridge on to the
aluminium headshell.
Next, connect the pins to the cartridge contacts.
Please observe the following colour coding:
Red: Right channel / R+
Green: Right channel / R-
White: Left channel / L+
Blue: Left channel / L-

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5. TT5 adjustment
5.1 Setting the position
Use the enclosed alignment gauge to measure the distance from the tip of the needle to the front
edge of the tonearm slide (see Pic. 12). The optimum measurement is 64mm.
To adjust it, slightly open both screws on top of the tonearm carriage using the #1.5 hex wrench
and move the headshell into the correct position.
Pic. 12: Correct positionPic. 11: Screws of the tonearm slide
64mm
5.2 Pre-adjustment of the tracking force
Note: This step requires removing the stylus guard from the cartridge.
Please proceed with great care to avoid any damage.
Use one of the counterweights supplied to adjust the tracking force, so that the cartridge is lowered
with minimal force. The choice of the counterweight will depend on the weight of the cartridge.
Our recommendation:
Weight size 1 for cartridges weighing 7g
Weight size 3 for cartridges weighing 8g
Weight size 4 for cartridges weighing 12g
This tonearm is suitable for cartridges with a weight of 5.5g or more. If your cartridge is lighter, use
a weight between the headshell and the cartridge (headshell plate is not included).
Pic. 13: Mounting the cartridge weight Pic. 14: Fixing the weights

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5.3 Positioning the tonearm horizontally
Before adjusting the horizontal alignment of the tonearm, check the horizontal alignment or your
turntable rst.
After correct horizontal adjustment of your turntable, loosen the two screws with an hex wrench #2
(Pic. 15) by about one turn.
By alternately tightening the screws, you can position the tonearm horizontally, in accordance with
the installed bubble level.
Pic. 15: Horizontal adjustment
5.4 VTA-Adjustment
The Clearaudio linear gauge is suitable for adjusting the tonearm height, since it corresponds to
the thickness of a record and the linear track is marked.
Place the Clearaudio linear gauge through the existing hole on the turntable spindle and align it so
that it points toward the tonearm base.
Place the included Mini Level Gauge on the headshell (Pic. 16; page 12), and by lowering the lift, the
VTA setting can be checked and readjusted if necessary.
Proceed as follows
• If using the clamping ring / a tonearm base:
Loosen the screw on the clamping ring / tonearm base and move the tonearm in the appropriate
direction until the bubble of the Mini Level Gauge is centered in its housing.
• If using the swing base:
Lift the top of the swing base and loosen the screws on the bottom of the swing base, then move
the tonearm in the appropriate direction until the bubble of the Mini Level Gauge is centred in its
housing.
Repeat this process until the desired alignment is achieved.
Fix this position and check it again.
To x the VTA during further adjustment of the TT5 , we recommend the use of the included TT5
VTA clamp.

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5.5 Adjustment of the azimuth
(vertical position of the cartridge / stylus in the record groove)
Important: Please use extreme caution during this step.
Always lift the cartridge upwards during the adjustment.
Using the arm lift, lower the cartridge carefully onto the included alignment gauge.
Now check from the front and with the help of the Mini Level Gauge the alignment of the cartridge
and re-adjust it, if necessary.
The cartridge is in perfect alignment when it is vertical to the surface of the platter (see Pic. 17)
and the bubble of the Mini Level Gauge is centered (Pic. 18).
For this, remove both screws from the
TT5 VTA clamp with the enclosed hex wrench #3.
Place the two halves of the VTA clamp around the tonearm pillar, so that they sit on the tonearm
base or swing base and gently tighten the screws with the hex wrench #3.
Now you can loosen the screw of the clamping ring / tonearm base, or the screws of the swing base,
and continue to point 5.5.
Pic. 16: Adjusting the VTA with the TT5 VTA x
ab
a = b
Pic. 17: Perfect azimuth Pic. 18: Adjustment of the azimuth
90°

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5.6 Fine adjustment of the tracking force
Set the correct tracking force of your cartridge according to the manufacturers instructions.
To set the correct tracking force, we recommend the digital cartridge weight „Weight Watcher touch“
from Clearaudio (Art. No. AC163, also available at www.analogshop.de; Pic. 19).
After completing all settings, please make sure that the signal cable forms a smooth loop to the rear.
Pic. 19: Adjustment of the tracking force
Pic. 20: Adjustment of the linear tracking Pic. 21: Adjustment of the linear tracking
5.7 Setting the tangential
Reposition the Clearaudio linear gauge through the existing hole on the turntable spindle and align
it so it points toward the tonearm base.
Use the lift to lower the stylus at the left hand end of the Clearaudio linear gauge, moving the
gauge so that the diamond sits exactly on the reference line (see Pic. 20, red line).
Lift the cartridge up again and then position it at the right hand end of the gauge.
Important note:
To avoid any damage, never move the cartridge while it is lowered in the linear gauge!

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6. Special notes
6.1 Maintenance
• Please make sure that the precision dry ball bearings are not touched, cleaned or lubricated in
any way.
• Never move or readjust the screws in the tonearm carriage. They should be adjusted only by
qualied dealers or at the Clearaudio factory.
• Use a cotton bud and a commercially available glass cleaner to clean the glass tube.
Put some glass cleaner on the cotton bud and slide it through the glass tube with a movement
from the inlet to the outlet groove.
WARNING:
Never insert the oil into the precision bearing as this will result in damage of bearing.
6.2 Transportation
Should further transportation of the TT5 tonearm be necessary, please always use the original
packing material. Otherwise serious damage could occur.
During any transportation of the tonearm, always protect the carriage with a piece of
foam so that the carriage cannot move during transportation.
When repackaging the tonearm, please follow in reverse the steps indicated in this
manual for installation and setup.
6.3 Service
If any servicing or repair of a Clearaudio product is necessary, please rst contact your dealer or
distributor. Alternatively contact Clearaudio directly and we will advise you of your nearest service
location.
PLEASE RETAIN ALL ORIGINAL PACKAGING. You will need it if this product has to be transported
and/or shipped. Any further questions you may have about this product should be directed to your
local dealer.
If the cartridge is not parallel to the reference line, rotate the tonearm base in the appropriate
direction, x it in place and recheck your result.
Repeat this process until the stylus exactly follows the reference line of the linear gauge.
Finally, hand-tighten the screw/screws of the tonearm base to x the nal adjustment.
Now, check all settings as described from point 5 on and repeat the adjustment if necessary.
After setting the tangential tracking angle, x the tonearm pilar in the tonearm base / clamping ring
or TT5 swing base.
Now you can remove the TT5 VTA x by unscrewing the M4 cylinder head screws with a hex wrench
(# 3).
The Clearaudio TT5 tonearm is now fully adjusted and ready to play.

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7. Technical Data
Construction details: Tangential tonarm. Mechanical and passiv drive through dry-running ball bearing in
an calibrated polished glass tube.
Material: Aluminium (black/silver), stainless steel, glass
Cartridge balance range: 5.5g - 15g
Mounting style: On request
Wiring: 1.1m Sixtream Super Wire terminated with RCA
Weight: Approx. 520g (without aluminium collar)
Collar only: 65g
Dimensions (W x D x H): Approx. 200 x 140 x 140mm (incl. Headshell)
Approx. 7.87 x 5.51 x 5.51 inches (incl. Headshell)
Manufacturer’s warranty: 5 years*
* Provided that the warranty card is correctly completed and returned to Clearaudio, or your product is registered
online at https://clearaudio.de/en/service/registration.php, within 14 days of purchase.

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Sehr verehrte clearaudio - Kundin, sehr verehrter clearaudio - Kunde,
wir gratulieren Ihnen! Sie haben sich für einen der besten Tonarme, den neuen clearaudio TT5
Tangential Tonarm entschieden. Ein erstklassiges, in aufwändiger Handarbeit gefertigtes Produkt
der clearaudio electronic GmbH.
Mit dem clearaudio
TT5 Tangential Tonarm haben Sie die Möglichkeit, alle Fähigkeiten Ihrer
HiFi- Anlage in Verbindung mit einem adäquaten Tonabnehmersystem voll auszuschöpfen!
Damit Sie die Wiedergabemöglichkeiten dieses einzigartigen Tangential-Tonarms optimal nutzen
können, lesen Sie bitte diese Aufbau- und Bedienungsanleitung aufmerksam durch.
Sämtliche Hinweise dienen dazu, Ihnen viele Jahre ungetrübten Musikgenuss zu bereiten und
Fehlbedienungen zu vermeiden.
Wir wünschen Ihnen viel Freude und Hörgenuss mit Ihrem neuen clearaudio
TT5 Tangential
Tonarm.
clearaudio electronic GmbH
WARNUNGEN
Das Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit aussetzen.
Das Netzkabel nicht mit feuchten oder nassen Händen anfassen.
Es dürfen keine Gegenstände mit oener Flamme, wie etwa brennenden Kerzen, auf dem Gerät
aufgestellt werden.
Zu ausschließlichen Verwendung auf Plattenspielern.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis
1. Lieferumfang............................................................18 - 19
2. Befestigung des Klemmringes .................................20 - 22
3. Aufsetzen des TT5 Tonarms.....................................23
4. Montage des Tonabnehmers....................................23
5. TT5 Einstellungen.....................................................24 - 28
6. Besondere Hinweise.................................................29
7. Technische Daten.....................................................30
Garantiebedingungen ..................................................31 - 32

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1. Lieferumfang
Der clearaudio TT5 Tangential Tonarm verlässt unsere Fertigung in einer besonders stabilen und
dem Tonarm angepassten Verpackung, die einen sicheren Transport garantiert.
Bitte bewahren Sie diese Verpackung für den Fall eines Transports auf und kontrollieren Sie den
Lieferumfang Ihres neu erworbenen clearaudio
TT5 Tangential Tonarmes.
Achten Sie vor der Entnahme des Tonarmes aus seiner Verpackung auf das empndliche Signalkabel,
dass Sie mit größtmöglicher Vorsicht behandeln sollten.
Wichtig: Alle Gewinde sind Rechtsgewinde (metrisch)!
1 2 3 4
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1. TT5 Tonarm; komplett vormontiert
inkl. präzisionsgefertigtem Silber-
Carbon-Headshell Rohr mit Aluminium-
Headshell (ohne Tonabnehmer)
6. Clearaudio tangential Alignment gauge
(Einstellschablone zur Justage der
tangentialen Abtastung)
2. Aluminium-Klemmring mit Gewindestift
M6 x 8 7. 1 Paar weiße Handschuhe
3. 1x Innensechskantschlüssel (# 1,5)
1x Innensechskantschlüssel (# 2)
1x Innensechskantschlüssel (# 2,5)
1x Innensechskantschlüssel (# 3)
8. Clearaudio Mini Level Gauge
4. Schrauben für den Klemmring:
- 3x Zylinderkopfschraube M4 x 10
Schrauben für Tonabnehmer
(keine Abb.)
- 2x M2,5 x 12
- 2x M2,5 x 14
9. TT5 VTA x
5. 4 Stk. Gegengewichte:
2,3 gr.; 2,6 gr.; 4,3 gr. und 8,0 gr. 10. Keine Abbildung: Garantiekarte; Bedienungsanleitung,
clearaudio Quality Certicate und
Rücklieferschein

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2. Befestigung des Aluminium-Klemmringes
2.1 Wahl der Tonarmbasis
Möchten Sie den
TT5 unter Verwendung der swing base betreiben, nehmen Sie bitte die Montage,
wie in der mitgelieferten Anleitung der swing base beschrieben vor.
Der Klemmring wird in diesem Fall nicht benötigt.
Egal ob Sie den
TT5 mit oder ohne swing base verwenden, die nachfolgende Anleitung zur Einstellung
des
TT5 ist für beide Optionen anzuwenden (Ab Punkt 4).
Um den Klemmring zu befestigen prüfen Sie zu erst, ob die richtige Tonarmbasis montiert ist:
Für clearaudio Performance DC und Ovation Laufwerke können Sie folgende Tonarmbasen
verwenden.
• Uni concept / Performance DC / Ovation (Art. Nr. AC031-5)
Diese Basis eignet sich gleichermaßen zur Montage aller clearaudio Radial Tonarme und
TT5 Tangential Tonarm ohne zusätzlicher Montage des Klemmringes.
Bitte beachten: Diese Basis ist nicht zur Montage einer swing base geeignet.
• Unify Basis (Art. Nr. AC031-4)
Zur Montage des Klemmringes oder der clearaudio swing base.
Abb. 2: Uni concept / Performance DC / Ovation (Art. Nr. AC031-5)
Abb. 3: Unify Basis (Art. Nr. AC031-4)