i-box Stylus N10 User manual

Stylus N10
All-In-One
Retro Turntable

Introduction
The i-box Stylus N10 is
designed for music lovers
with a passion for listening
to vinyl. Combining great
performance and a stylish
retro look, you are ensured
maximum enjoyment from
this all-in-one turntable.
Scan this QR code or click to
view our helpful setup video
on our YouTube channel
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Caring for your Stylus N10
Important safety information. Please read these instructions
fully before operating your Stylus N10.
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or near the unit.
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with liquids, such as vases, must not be placed close or on
the unit.
The unit should not be exposed to direct sunlight, very
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microwaves or dusty environments.
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do not cover.
Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean this product.
Use only a clean, damp, soft, cloth.
To clean your vinyl records, gently wipe the surface in a
circular motion using a soft anti-static cloth.
Never attempt to insert wires, pins or other such objects
into the vents or openings of the unit.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit, there are no
user-serviceable parts.
If the unit is damaged in any way or malfunctions do not use.
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Always use the power adaptor supplied; if you need to replace
it, make sure the replacement is of high quality and has the
same power rating (12V𝌂2A).
Please dispose of this electronic item appropriately. Do not
discard to unsorted household waste at the end of its life.
Take it to a collection centre for the recycling of electrical
equipment. Please check with your local authority for
recycling advice.
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Contents Page
Getting to Know Your Stylus N10 ........................................05
Getting Started .......................................................................07
Using Powered External Speakers ......................................09
Powering Your Stylus N10 ....................................................10
Eco Auto Power Off ...............................................................10
Playing a Vinyl Record ........................................................... 11
Auto Stop Dial ......................................................................... 11
Bluetooth Function................................................................. 15
AUX IN Function .....................................................................16
Counterweight and Tracking Force Adjustment................17
Caring for Your Stylus N10 ...................................................19
Replacing the Stylus ..............................................................20
Replacing the Belt ..................................................................21
Troubleshooting......................................................................23
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Box Contents
1x i-box Stylus N10
1x 12V𝌂2A Power Adaptor
1x User Guide
1x Quick Start Guide
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9Tonearm Clip
6Counterweight
7Tracking Force dial
8Tonearm lever
10 Tonearm rest
11 Tonearm
12 Auto Stop On/Off dial
13 Mode / Speed Select dial
14 Volume dial
15 Mode LED
Blue = BT
Red = 33/45 RPM
Purple = AUX
18 Stylus
17 Cartridge
16 Headshell
Getting to Know Your Stylus N10
Front View
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19 3.5mm AUX Input port
20 PHONO/Line Out switch
21 Stereo Audio Out sockets
(RCA/PHONO sockets)
22 12V DC Input port
23 Power On/ Off switch
Getting to Know Your Stylus N10
Back View
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1. Getting Started
Ensure your Stylus N10 is placed on a stable, level
surface. Remove all packaging from your turntable,
ensuring care when removing parts from the
counterweight and tonearm.
Remove the protective stylus guard from the tonearm
cartridge by gently removing the band, and gently pulling
the guard forwards.
Please Note
The tonearm counterweight has been preset for the
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appears to be incorrect, and/or the stylus skips on the
vinyl when you start playing records, you may need to
adjust the counterweight, see page 17.
1.1. The belt is already on the platter.
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1.2. Hook the belt around the drive pulley making sure
it is not twisted.
1.3. Rotate the platter slowly 10 times in a clockwise
direction to seat the belt properly and to make sure it runs
smoothly.
1.4. Place the felt mat on top of the platter.
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2. Using Powered External
Speakers
The Stylus N10 can be used with the built-in speakers or
connected to powered external speakers using the RCA/
phono sockets (20) on the back of your turntable using
the RCA/phono cable supplied.
When using an powered external speaker ensure the
PHONO/LINE OUT switch is set to LINE OUT as this
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AUX IN PHONOLINE OUT
AUDIO OUT
RL
DC 12V IN POWER
ON OFF
Stylus N10
2.1. Using Stylus’s Built-In Speakers
When listening through Stylus’s built-in speakers ensure
the PHONO/LINE OUT switch is set to PHONO as this
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AUX IN PHONOLINE OUT
AUDIO OUT
RL
DC 12V IN POWER
ON OFF
Stylus N10
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3. Powering Your Stylus N10
To power your Stylus N10, insert the jack plug into the DC
12V IN port (21) on the back of the Stylus N10 and plug
the power adaptor (supplied) into a powered wall socket.
Switch the ON/OFF power switch to ON to power your
turntable, the LED will light when the turntable has power.
AUX IN PHONOLINE
OUT
AUDIO OUT
RL
DC 12V IN POWER
ON OFF
Stylus N10
3.1. Eco Auto Power Off
To save energy your Stylus N10 will
automatically power off if there is no audio
input for 60 minutes.
To reactivate the turntable, switch the ON/OFF switch
to OFF, then ON again. The LED will light to indicate
that power has been restored.
AUTO POWER OFF
ECO60
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4. Playing a Vinyl Record
Auto Stop Dial*
Some records may have an auto stop area outside of the
pre-set limit, so the turntable stops before the last track
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This will allow the record to play to the end. Please note
that the turntable will not stop automatically. When your
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tonearm and place it back in the rest.
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cartridge by gently pulling it forwards.
4.2. Turn the speed selector/mode switch to the correct
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7-inch singles).
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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4.3. Adjust the volume to a low level using the
volume dial.
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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4.4. AUTO STOP dial* is switched to ON.
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
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4.5. Carefully place your record on the platter.
4.6. Unclip the tonearm.
4 .7. Lift the tonearm using the tonearm lever.
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4.8. Place the stylus over the start of the record, or at the
start of the track you want to play. The turntable will spin
automatically.
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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MINMAX
4.9. Gently lower the tonearm using the tonearm lever.
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4 .10. Adjust the volume to your preferred level using the
volume dial.
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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MINMAX
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will stop spinning automatically*.
4 .12 . Lift the tonearm with the tonearm lever and return it
to the tonearm rest. Reclip the tonearm.
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turntable doesn’t stop automatically, lift the tonearm
with the tonearm lever and return it to the tonearm rest,
the turntable will stop turning automatically. Reclip the
tonearm.
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5. Bluetooth Function
Turn the speed selector/mode dial to BT. The LED
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pairing mode.
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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MINMAX
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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MINMAX
Your Stylus N10 will automatically search for the last
connected device. Connect a compatible device as
shown below.
Available Devices
i-box Stylus N10
Bluetooth
Available Devices
i-box Stylus N10
Bluetooth
Connected
When your device is connected you will hear a chime and
the LED will be a steady blue. You don’t need to re-pair.
The Stylus N10 will automatically reconnect with your
device when they are in range and both are turned on.
To disconnect your device, you will need to do this via
your device’s menu. You will hear a chime when your
device has been disconnected successfully and the LED
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new device.
Use the volume dial to control the volume. You can also
use your device to change the volume. Adjust the volume
on both your device and the Stylus N10 for optimum
sound. Use your device for all other playback options.
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6. AUX IN Function
Connect any audio device to the 3.5mm AUX IN port
on the back of your Stylus N10. The LED will be purple.
Connecting a device to the AUX IN port will override all
other modes/functions.
AUX IN PHONOLINE OUT
AUDIO OUT
RL
DC 12V IN POWER
ON OFF
Stylus N10
AUTO STOP
ON OFF
BT 45
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MINMAX
Use your device to control and select audio and use a
combination of the volume on your device and the Stylus
N10 to adjust for optimum sound.
When you remove your device from the AUX IN port your
Stylus N10 will return to the previous mode it was in; 33
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7. Counterweight and Tracking
Force Adjustment
The tonearm counterweight has been preset for the
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7.1. Loosen the locking
screw before adjusting the
counterweight.
7. 2 . Unclip the tonearm
and position it in the space
between the tonearm rest
and the platter.
7. 3 . Gently lower the tonearm lever, being careful not to
damage the stylus.
Rotate the counterweight backwards and forwards so that
the tonearm hangs level in a neutral balanced position.
The tonearm when moved up and down should now
return to this position.
7.4 . Return the tonearm to the rest.
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Help
Blue and underlined
text = rotate this part/
dial only
7. 5 . Hold the counterweight still and rotate the tracking
force dial separately so that the ‘0’ lines up with the line on
the tonearm.
7.6 . Check the balance is still neutral using the space
between the tonearm rest and the platter as before.
7.7. Return the tonearm to the rest. Now rotate the
counterweight and tracking force dial together counter-
clockwise (left) to 3.5g – the recommend tracking force
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8. Caring for Your Stylus N10
See page 3 for general tips for cleaning your Stylus N10
and records. The stylus will also need cleaning irregularly
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only (not supplied). To clean the stylus tip, move the stylus
brush from the back to the front.
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9. Replacing the Stylus
It is recommended to replace the stylus after 1,000 hours
of playing time or if it is damaged.
9.1. Switch off your Stylus N10 and disconnect
from the mains.
AUX IN PHONOLINE OUT
AUDIO OUT
RL
DC 12V IN POWER
ON OFF
Stylus N10
9.2. When removing the old stylus, hold the stylus
headshell and cartridge tightly. Pull the old stylus towards
you and gently pull downwards to remove.
9.3. Slot the new stylus into the cartridge, then push
upwards until it clicks in place.
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