Clearaudio Master Innovation User manual

User manual
© clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2022-11 Made in Germany
I nnovation
I nnovation
Picture: Package with
Clearaudio tonearm „TT3“
and Clearaudio cartridge
„Titanium V2 “.
I nnovation Wood
Picture: Package with
Clearaudio tonearm
„Universal“ and Clearaudio
cartridge „da Vinci V2 “.
Pic. similar

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Dear Clearaudio customer,
Congratulation’s to your choice of the Innovation / Innovation Wood (in the following: Innovation
named) turntable, a world class turntable, handmade in Germany by Clearaudio electronic GmbH.
Resonance minimizing chassis construction in a sandwich in combination with the innovative motor
unit (low noise level and high turning moments), guarantees total isolation of resonances from the
turntable chassis, providing the best music reproduction and authentic High End imaging.
A high precision, maintenance free sinter bronze bearing is completing the analogue pleasure.
The Clearaudio patented CMB-Bearing-Technology, an inverted bearing with jewelled and polished
ceramic bearing shaft and a bronzed liner, provides frictionless analog enjoyment.
Please read this instruction manual carefully, to avoid any damages or loss of warranty.
This manual will help you for an easy setup and guarantees the highest pleasure for a long time.
We wish you a lot of musical enjoyments with your new Clearaudio Innovation turntable.
Clearaudio electronic GmbH

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Safety instructions
1. General information
Check the turntable for any damage before using it. Do not connect the turntable if damaged!
Never connect the turntable if it has been dropped or gotten wet, contact your dealer to have the turntable checked.
Never expose the turntable to rain or moisture.
Never touch the power cord of the device with wet hands.
Regular visual inspections for defective insulation on the connection cable are also recommended for your own safety.
A damaged cable should be replaced immediately by a specialist!
Never pull on the power cord to unplug the device. Always pull directly on the plug!
The inside of the turntable is maintenance free. Never open the case or attempt to repair the unit yourself, since this
can lead to loss of warranty!
We recommend disconnecting the power supply from the mains if you do not operate the device for a longer period of
time.
The turntable does not feature an automatic shut-o mechanism.
Therefore, as soon as the stylus has reached the run-out groove, engage the tonearm lift and switch the turntable o.
Not suitable for children! Scope of delivery may contain small parts that can be swallowed.
2. I ntended use
The Innovation is a turntable for playing records.
The intended use of the Innovation in accordance with the information provided in the user manual only.
The power supply may only be operated with maximum permissible connection values according to the technical data.
Any other use or modication of this product is not intended.
3. Location of installation
Avoid locations with direct sunlight, temperature uctuations and high humidity.
Likewise, avoid placing electronic devices near heaters, heat lamps, or other devices that produce heat.
The device is designed for operation at room temperature.
No objects with an open ame may be placed on or near the device (burning candles or similar).
4. Overload
The product is designed to comply with all necessary safety regulations. However, you should not leave the device
unattended under extreme loads.
5. Maintenance
Never use agressive cleaning detergent.
Do not use dry cloths for cleaning as this generates static electricity. Suitable cleaning and care products from Clearaudio
are available from www.analogshop.de or from specialist retailers.
The bearing of the turntable platter can be lubricated every 2 years with the oil provided.
Put 1 or 2 drops of the oil into the bearing for lubrication.

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6. Health information
Permanently high volume can lead to various types of hearing damage. Use high volume responsibly!
7. Service
The Innovation turntable should be repaired during the guarantee period by the manufacturer only, otherwise the
warranty claim expires. All Clearaudio products should only be serviced by specialist retailers.
If, despite the high production standard, a service is necessary, the Innovation turntable must be send to Clearaudio
through your dealer.
8. Transport
Use the original packing material for further transportation of the Innovation turntable, otherwise serious damage could
occur.
Be sure to pack the device exactly as it was shipped.
Safe transport is only guaranteed in the original packaging.
Proceed in reverse as described for assembly when packing.
Always remove the turntable platter and replace the foam securing the sub-platter and cover the bearing with tape as
well. Otherwise serious damage can occur.
Remove also the pulley from the motor axle to avoid any damage during transport.
Clearaudio assumes no liability for any damage that may occur due to incorrect packing.
9. Disposal
Do not dispose this product together with other waste.
WEEE Reg. No.: DE26004446
10. CE Marking
This electronic product corresponds to the applicable guidelines for obtaining the CE mark.

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Contents
1. Packing overview ............................................................. 6
2. List of components ........................................................... 7 - 8
3. I nstallation and setup ...................................................... 9 - 14
4. Fine adjustment of the motor .......................................... 15
5. Troubleshooting ............................................................... 16 - 17
6. Technical data .................................................................. 18
Warranty information........................................................... 19 - 20
Stroboscope Testrecord user manual................................... 21 - 22

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1. Packing overview
Pic. 1: Packing overview
Accessories,
user manual,
warranty card,
Clearaudio Quality
Card,
Stroboscope
Testrecord
Innovation
turntable chassis incl.
mounted lower
bearing part and
integrated motor unit;
optional: Tonearm
Stainless steel-sub-
platter; Delrin or
Acrylic platter;
power supply;
upper bearing part
and – cap
optional: Cartridge

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2. List of components
Clearaudio has developed a special and secure packing for your Innovation turntable that ensures
a safe transportation. Please keep this original packing, if you need to ship the turntable.
Below you nd the part list of the Clearaudio Innovation turntable:
Pic. 2: List of components
123
4
7a 7b
1. Turntable body with mounted
lower bearing part
5. Bearing part
2. Stainless steel sub-platter 6. 3 x Flat Pads
3. Delrin or Acrylic (Wood version)
turntable platter
7. Optional: Clearaudio
Universal (7 a) or
Magnify (7 b) tonearm with counterweight
to adjust the tracking force
4. Power supply 8. Mounting clip for stainless steel sub-platter
and hex wrench
Pic. 7b: Clearaudio
Magnify tonearm
Pic. 7a: Clearaudio
Universal tonearm
56
8

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Continuation of components list
910 11
12 13 14
15 16 a 17
9. 1 Pair of white gloves 15. Bearing oil for occasional use
10. Grounding - wire for the Innovation
turntable (to connect in the bottom
bearing part)
16 a
16 b
Optional in package:
Clearaudio MC cartridge
da Vinci
Clearaudio MC cartridge Talismann
Clearaudio Smart Stylus Gauge
11. Level gauge for the turntable
alignment
17. Clearaudio Stroboscope Testrecord
(Art. No. AC038) to adjust the exact speed
12. 1 pcs. at belt 18. Optional in package:
Turntable + tonearm + cartridge
No illustration:
Cartridge alignment gauge
for
Unify or Universal tonearm (optional)
13. 4 pcs. hex wrench; sizes: # 1,5; #
2,5; # 3; # 7
19. Not shown: warranty card, Clearaudio
Quality Card, Sales return paper
14. Screw driver 17. Not shown: User Manual
Pic. 2.1: List of components
I MPORTANT NOTI CE:
Please double check the tightness of all bolts, hardware, and mounting pods, as temperature
uctuations during transit may have caused the hardware to become loose.
16 b

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3. I nstallation and set up
The setup of the Innovation turntable is easy as the turntable chassis is pre-assembled and has been
tested at the factory.
Please use the white gloves enclosed in order to avoid scratches or unwanted ngerprints (platter).
The Innovation turntable requires a space for setup of at least 18.90 inch x 19.29 inch.
18.90 inch
/ 480 mm
19.29 inch / 490 mm
Pic. 3: Required set - up space

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Please follow the description step by step:
1.)
First take out the three black at pads out of the accessory bag.
Place these at pads on your hi-rack or another suitable base, where the nal position of your
Innovation turntable will be.
2.)
After that, take the I nnovation turntable body of the next packing layer and place the spikes of the
turntable on the at pads.
Pic. 4: Innovation with tonearm base
Pic. 6: Oiling the bearing shaft
3.)
To avoid hum noises we recommend to ground the bearing. For that attach the supplied grounding
wire to the bearing cap with the existing screw.
Pic. 5: Grounding the bearing of the Innovation
4.)
Remove the protective security tape from the bearing housing.
Place two drops of the synthetic bearing oil on the ceramic bearing shaft.
(also available at www.analogshop.de, Art. No. AC068)

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5.)
Take the stainless steel platter with both hands carefully out of the box.
Remove the lamination of the scale ring on the lower side of the turntable.
Please remove the lamination extreme carefully and avoid any soiling and scratches.
Push the delivered bearing part carefully through the hole in the stainless steel sub-platter and
mount the bearing part with the sub-platter by using the mounting clip.
6.)
In the next step remove the lamination of the sensor, mounted on the turntable chassis
(picture 6: red frame).
Please remove the lamination extreme carefully and avoid any soiling and scratches.
Pic. 7: Connection sub-platter and bearing upper part
Pic. 8: Removing the lamination
7.)
With both hands you can place the stainless steel platter
carefully onto the bearing.
Through a lightly (!!) up and down movement the platter
will slip onto the bearing upper part (picture 8).
Make sure with gentle pressure that the platter is applying
on the complete surface of the bearing.
Avoid major side forces to avoid any damages to
the ceramic bearing!
Pic. 9: Setup stainless steel platter with
upper bearing part

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8.)
Now you can remove the mounting clip with the delivered hex wrench.
9.)
Take the Delrin platter with both hands out of the box and set
the platter carefully onto the bearing.
The at side of the platter should face to the stainless steel
platter and the side with the cut-out (for the record) should
face up.
To avoid any damages on your bearing, the Delrin platter
should have room temperature before the setup begins
(approx. 20 ° Celsius).
Avoid major side forces to avoid any damages to the
ceramic bearing!
Pic. 10: Removing of the mounting clip
Pic. 11: Setup Delrin platter and bearing cap
You will nd suitable adjustment equipment under www.clearaudio.de or www.analogshop.de.
10.)
To install the tonearm, please follow the user manual of the manufacturer.

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11.)
To mount and adjust a cartridge, please follow the user manual of the manufacturer.
If you purchased your Clearaudio Innovation turntable as a package with tonearm and cartridge,
you will nd a Smart Level Gauge in your accessory, which will help you to adjust the tracking force
of the cartridge:
Pic. 12: Use of Smart Stylus Gauge
✓

tracking force too high!

tracking force too low!
This position of the diamond corre-
lates to a tracking force of 20 mN
(2.0g).

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12.)
The following nal adjustment is very important:
Please ensure that your turntable rack is in a levelled position.
Please check with the bubble level gauge, if your Innovation turntable is in a levelled position.
You can adjust each of the turntables feet to get the turntable levelled.
Only if the turntable is in a levelled position you will get the best results with your Innovation
turntable.
Pic. 13 a: Alignment of the
turntable
Pic. 13 b: Adjustment of the turntables` feets
13.)
Please connect the mains plug to your power supply.
14.)
Place the at belt around the platter and around the
motor pulley.
By pushing the sensor-switch, marked with “33 1/ 3”
on the motor, the turntable starts to spin until 33 1/3
rpm is reached.
After the initial setup we recommend to let the
turntable spin for at least 15 to 30 minutes.
This ensures a smoother break in.
Pic. 14: Connection power supply and motor

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4. Fine adjustment of the I nnovation motor
1.)
The motor adjustment is already pre set at the factory. Through the transport or through soiling on
the sensor or the sensor ring some small speed deviations can occur.
Please check the speed before using the turntable for the rst time.
For the correct adjustment of the speed please put the recommended Clearaudio Stroboscope
Testrecord
on the platter. Follow hereby the instruction of the Stroboscope Testrecord user manual.
To check the speed with highest accuracy please use the Clearaudio Speed Light (Art. No. AC039,
www.analogshop.de).
On the front side of your turntable there are three setting trimmers (see Pic. 15).
- Left trimmer = setting 33 1/ 3 rpm
(near turntable motor)
- Middle trimmer = setting 45 rpm
- Right trimmer = setting 78 rpm
(near turntable bearing)
Pic. 15: Fine adjustment of the motor (on the
backside)
If you like to adjust the speed 33 1/ 3 rpm, take the Aluminum screw driver (see accessories) and
turn the left trimmer until you have reached the right speed according to the Stroboscope Testrecord
(see user manual “Stroboscope Testrecord”).
- Turning the trimmer counter clockwise = reduces the turntable speed
- Turning the trimmer clockwise = raises the turntable speed
Please proceed with the speed adjustment for 45 rpm and 78 rpm in the same way!
Please note:
If the turntable does not reach the correct speed, the sensor or the scale ring could be dirty or dusty.
To clean the sensor, please take o the platter very carefully!
Clean the sensor and the scale ring with a little isopropyl alcohol and a cotton bud.
Be careful and avoid any scratches on the sensor or the scale ring!
If the motor has further more speed variations please contact your nearest authorized Clearaudio
dealer or directly the Clearaudio factory (address on page 14).
If the turntable is not in use, disconnect the unit completely from the power supply by removing the
main plug from the socket.
Now you are nally ready to play your vinyl records.
We wish you a lot of pleasure with your new Innovation turntable.

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5. Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your Innovation turntable, rst check the possible causes to rule out
incorrect operation.
If the error persists, please contact your dealer!
Never try to open the device and/ or repair it yourself, this will void the warranty!
Error Cause Measure
Device does not
work
Is the power cord plugged in? Check the connection.
No sound
The tonearm and phono stage
are not properly connected.
Check the cable connection between the tonearm
and the phono stage.
Is the amp turned on? Check the power supply to the amplier.
The volume on the amplier/
loudspeaker is set too low or on
„mute“.
Check the volume settings.
Is the cartridge protective cap
still attached?
Remove the cartridge‘s protective cap.
Is the tonearm in the raised
position?
Lower the tonearm into the lead-in groove.
Is the stylus damaged? Check the stylus and have the cartridge checked
by a specialist if necessary.
Bad sound /
noise
Is the record or the stylus dirty or
damaged?
Clean the record / or the cartridge. Clearaudio
oers many helpful accessories for care and
cleaning. In the event of damage, we recommend
an assessment by a specialist and, if necessary,
an exchange.
Is the cartridge properly mounted
into the tonearm?
Check the installation using the relevant user
manual and correct them if necessary.
Has the tracking force been set
too high?
Adjust the tracking force.
Is the correct operating mode
(MM / MC) set on the amplier?
Check the settings of your phono stage.
The pre/ amp does not have
enough gain.
Check the settings of your phono stage.
Pre/ amp is mismatched. Swap the plugs of the turntable that are connected
to the left and right outputs.

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Needle bounces
or slides across
record
Is the record or the stylus dirty
or damaged?
Clean the record / or the cartridge. Clearaudio
oers many helpful accessories for care and
cleaning. In the event of damage, we recommend
an assessment by a specialist and, if necessary,
an exchange.
Has the tracking force been set
too high?
Adjust the tracking force.
Is the record deformed or
scratched?
Use a record clamp or replace the record.
Is the turntable level? Check the alignment of the turntable and adjust
if necessary.
Platter does not
turn
Is the drive belt properly
attached?
Check the position of the drive belt.
Is the power cord connected
properly?
Check the connection.
No speed was selected / speed
selection in position „0“/ “ OFF“ .
Select a speed and start the turntable.
Noisy sound Is the drive belt properly
attached?
Check the position of the drive belt.
Is it too loose and needs to be changed?
Humming noises
Contact problems with the signal
connections (e.g. cinch plugs,
adapters for extensions)
Check all connections; reduce the level on the
(pre-)amplier to a low volume for acoustic
checking of gross errors.
Metal housing acts as an
antenna and catches hum.
It can be helpful for conductivity to connect the
metal parts of the turntable to the ground of
the (phono) preamplier. The turntable provides
a grounding terminal for this purpose. Use a
suciently thick wire to establish the ground
connection.
The pickup pins are mixed up, not
connected correctly or defective.
Check the pin assignment of the pickup.
The music doesn‘t
sound like
usual
Wrong speed selected. Check the record for recommended speed.
There are also records in LP format (30 cm) that
have to be played at 45 rpm (“maxi singles”) and
small records in single format (17 cm) that have to
be played at 33 rpm (so-called “ EP‘s“).
The turntable is spinning too
fast/ too slow.
Adjust the speed according to the operating
instructions.

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6. Technical data
Construction details: • Resonance–optimised chassis shape
• Made of bullet proof wood and aluminium with precision
CNC machined surface
• All turntable feet are nely adjustable
• Playback with two tonearms possible
Speed options: 33 ⅓, 45, 78rpm
Drive unit: • High torque 24V DC motor exclusively made for
Clearaudio; Optical Speed Control (OSC) in real time
through infrared sensor
• Decoupled DC motor in chassis; resonance damping
device; belt-drive"
Bearing: Clearaudio CMB ceramic magnetic bearing in main platter /
upper drive platter assembly. I nverted bearing in lower drive
platter.
Platter: 70mm / 2.75 inch main platter, made out of synthetic material
with high-density and excellent dimension stability, precision
CNC machined surface, solid stainless steel sub-platter,
dynamically balanced
Speed accuracy (measured): < ± 0.05%
Power consumption: Max. consumption: 9.3 watts
Consumption in operation: 2.5 watts
Standby mode: 2.5 watts
O mode: 0.0 watts
Total weight: Approx. 24kg (without tonearm and power supply)
Dimensions (W/ D/ H): Approx. 18.11 x 19.09 x 8.66 inches
(with tonearm base, without tonearm)
Dimensions (W/ D/ H): Approx. 460 x 485 x 220mm
(with tonearm base, without tonearm)
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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The full, extended warranty period for the Innovation turntable is 5 years. To receive this full Clearaudio
warranty, you must either complete and return the relevant section of the warranty registration card to
Clearaudio, or register your product online at https:/ / clearaudio.de/ en/ service/ registration.php, within 14
days of purchase. Otherwise only the legal warranty of 2 years can be considered.
The full 5 year warranty can only be honoured if the product is returned in its original packing.
ENGLI SH
WARRANTY
For warranty information, contact your local Clearaudio distributor.
RETAI N YOUR PURCHASE RECEI PT
Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase. It should be kept in a safe place to be referred
to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Clearaudio.
I MPORTANT
When seeking warranty service, it is the responsibility of the consumer to establish proof and date of purchase.
Your purchase receipt or invoice is adequate for such proof.
FOR U.K. ONLY
This undertaking is in addition to a consumer‘s statutory rights and does not aect those rights in any way.
FRANÇAI S
GARANTI E
Pour des informations sur la garantie, contacter le distributeur local Clearaudio.
CONSERVER L‘ATTESTATI ON D‘ACHAT
L‘attestation d‘achat est la preuve permanente d‘un achat de valeur. La conserver en lieu sur pour s‘y reporter aux ns
d‘obtention d‘une couverture d‘assurance ou dansle cadre de correspondances avec Clearaudio.
I MPORTANT
Pour l‘obtention d‘un service couvert par la garantie, il incombe au client d‘établir la preuve de l‘achat et d‘en corroborer
la date. Le reçu ou la facture constituent des preuves susantes.
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GARANTI E
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WI CHTI G!
Die Angaben auf Ihrer Quittung erlauben uns die Identizierung Ihres Gerätes und belegen mit dem Kaufdatum die
Dauer Ihrer Garantie-Ansprüche. Für Serviceleistungen benötigen wir stets die Gerätenummer. Diese nden Sie auf dem
Typenschild auf der Rückseite des Gerätes oder auch in der beigefügten Garantie-Registrierkarte.
NEDERLANDS
GARANTI E
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UW KWI TANTI E, KASSABON E.D. BEWAREN
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bewaard te worden voor evt, verwijzing bijv, in verbend met verzekering of bij correspondentie met Clearaudio.
BELANGRI JK
Bij een evt, beroep op de garantie is het de verantwoordelijkheid van de consument een gedateerd bewijs van aankoop
te tonen. Uw kassabon of factuurzijn voldoende bewijs.

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garanzia difetti derivanti da uso improprio, errata installazione, manutenzione eettuata da personale non autorizzato
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delle prescrizio-ni di installazione, uso e manutenzione dettagliate nel presente manuale o per guasti dovuti ad uso
continuato a ni professionali.
ESPAÑOL
GARANTI A
Para obtener información acerca de la garantia póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Clearaudio.
GUARDE SU RECI BO DE COMPRA
Su recibo de compra es su prueba permanente de haber adquirido un aparato de valor, Este recibo deberá guardarlo
en un lugar seguro y utilizarlo como referencia cuando tenga que hacer uso del seguro o se ponga en contacto con
Clearaudio.
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compra. En este caso, su recibo de compra será la prueba apropiada.