Pro-Ject Audio Systems THE CLASSIC User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
The Classic

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The Classic
Controls, features and connections
(1) MAIN PLATTER
(2) CHASSIS
(3) POWER SWITCH
(4) MOTOR WITH MOTOR PULLEY
(5) DRIVE BELT
(6) SUB-PLATTER
(7) TRANSPORT SCREWS
(8) TONEARM COUNTERWEIGHT
(9) TONEARM LIFT
(10) TONEARM REST AND REMOVABLE TRANSPORT LOCK
(11) CARBON / ALUMINIUM TONEARM TUBE
(12) HEADSHELL WITH FINGER LIFT
(13) TONEARM FLANGE
(14) ANTI-SKATING STUB WITH ANTI-SKATING ADJUSTMENT SCALE
(15) ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT SUPPORT
(16) LID HINGES
(17) LID
(18) HINGE FASTENERS
(19) PHONO OUTPUT SOCKET
(20) POWER SUPPLY SOCKET

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Turntable accessories
(1) Instruction for use
(2) Cartridge alignment protractor (not shown)
(3) White cotton gloves
(4) Anti-skating weight
(5) Allen key 1.5mm
(6) Allen key 2mm
(7) Allen key 3mm
(8) Counterweight no.
183
for cartridges with weight between
5 -9g
(9) Single adaptor
(10) Hook tool
(11) Stylus Pressure Gauge
(12) Connect IT E RCA (not shown)
(13) Cloth (not shown)
(14) Power supply (not shown)

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CONTENTS
TURNTABLE OVERVIEW 2 - 3
ACCESSORIES OVERVIEW 4
SETUP AND INSTALLATION
1. TRANSPORT CREWS 7
2. MOUNTING AND CONNECTING THE CARTRIDGE 8
3. CARTRIDGE DOWNFORCE ADJUSTMENT 8
4. ANTI-SKATING FORCE ADJUSTMENT 9
5. CONNECTION TO TH AMPLIFIER 9
6. MAINS POWER CONNECTION 10
7. FITTING THE LID 10
8. SWITCHING ON AND OFF 10
9. CHANGING REPLAY SPEED 10
10. ADJUSTING THE VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE (VTA) 10
11. ADJUSTING THE AZIMUTH 11
12. USEFUL TIPS 11
13. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 12
WARRANTY, SERVICE 13
PACKAGING 14

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Dear music lover,
thank you for purchasing a Pro-Ject Audio Systems record player.
In order to achieve maximum performance and reliability, please study these instructions carefully.
Warning of a hazard for the user, the unit or possible misuse
Important notice
The following instructions for adjusting the cartridge are provided in case the cartridge is replaced by a
different model at a later date.
During assembling and adjustment small parts could be lost if they are not carefully placed in a suitable
receptacle. Before starting assembly make yourself acquainted with the parts listed above which are
correspondingly numbered in the technical drawings above. Separately packed items are marked with an
asterisk *.
Safety instructions
The power supply is used to connect and disconnect the unit from the mains. Make sure that the plug
is easily accessible at all times. Hold the plug when unplugging the power cord. Never handle the
power cord while your hands are wet or damp.
Avoid letting liquids enter the device. Never place any item containing liquid, like a flower vase, on
or near the device. Never spill any liquid on the device. Never place any naked flame sources, like
lighted candles, on or near the device. The product shall not be used in damp or wet locations, next to
a bathtub, sink, swimming pool or any other similar conditions.
Keep plastic bags away from children to prevent any risk of suffocation.
The turntable was shipped partially disassembled in order to avoid damage to sensitive parts.
Please check immediately to make sure that neither the packaging nor the device was damaged in
transit.

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SETUP AND INSTALLATION
1. TRANSPORT SCREWS
Remove the three transport screws
(7)
from the upper part of the chassis before installing the sub-platter
(6)
,
the drive belt
(5)
and the platter
(1)
.

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2. MOUNTING AND CONNECTING THE CARTRIDGE
All cartridges with half inch mounting holes can be mounted. Leave the needle's protection cover on, fit the
cartridge to the headshell by using the supplied screws by passing one screw through each slot in the
headshell
(12).
Do not tighten the nuts yet.
Connect the tonearm wires with the cartridge pins as follows:
white
left channel positive
(L+)
red
right channel positive
(R+)
green
right channel return
(R -)
blue
left channel return
(L -)
The full sound quality of the record player can only be achieved if the cartridge is adjusted correctly. Particular
tools like the Pro-Ject Audio Systems alignment tool are required to accomplish this job properly. If you are not
well acquainted with the adjustment of cartridges, please call for the willing help of your Pro-Ject Audio Systems
dealer.
Please note: adjusting a cartridge and tonearm calls for the greatest care in order to avoid damaging
the cartridge or tonearm bearings. Ask your local dealer for help if you are unsure in any of the
necessary steps and precautions which must be taken.
3. CARTRIDGE DOWNFORCE ADJUSTMENT
The counterweight
(8)
supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 5 - 9g (counterweight no.
183
).
Adjust the downforce prior to setting the anti-skating force.
Place counterweight
(8)
halfway along the counterweight support rod at rear of arm, being sure to have the
securing screw uppermost.
With the power off, and the platter static, place the stylus pressure gauge
(13)
onto the platter. To set the
recommended 18mN downforce (1mN = 0,1g / 0,1 Pond), place the tip of the stylus exactly in-between the
two points marked 15mN and 20mN.
If the stylus gauge becomes level, then the correct pressure has been achieved. However if the there is
insufficient or excessive pressure the gauge will either not move or tilt down.
To adjust the amount of pressure, carefully move the counterweight
(8)
along the support rod, until the stylus
pressure is sufficient to raise the pressure gauge to the level position. Moving the counterweight
(8)
away
from the cartridge will reduce pressure and towards will increase pressure.
Please note: It is advised to remove stylus tip from gauge whilst making adjustments to avoid damage
to stylus.

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4. ANTI-SKATING FORCE ADJUSTMENT
Put the anti-skating thread hook over the anti-skating adjustment scale.
The anti-skating force must be adjusted corresponding to the downforce as follows:
Downforce Groove in the stub (15)
10 - 14mN 1st from bearing rings
15 - 19mN 2nd " " "
20mN and bigger 3rd " " "
5. CONNECTION TO THE AMPLIFIER
The record player has gold plated female RCA phono sockets
(19)
so you can substitute the interconnect cables
supplied with higher quality cables such as the
Pro-Ject Connect it C/CC/Si
interconnect cables for
connection to the amplifier if you wish. Use the
Phono
input (sometimes labelled gram, disc or RIAA) on your
amplifier. Make sure that the phono input offers correct matching and amplification for the type of cartridge
used. Line inputs (like CD, Tuner, Tape or Video) are not suitable.
Take care about connecting the left and right channel correctly. The
RIGHT CHANNEL
is usually marked
RED
, the
LEFT CHANNEL BLACK
or
WHITE
. Check the manual of your amplifier for relevant information. An
earthing wire may be connected to the screw terminal between the sockets if you encounter humming
problems.
If your amplifier does not have an input suitable for phono cartridges, a separate phono amplifier stage for
MM or MC cartridges is required. It has to be connected between record player and a free line level input of
the amplifier.
For detailed product information regarding Pro-Ject Audio Systems interconnect cables and phono amplifiers
please visit our website:
www.project-audio.com

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6. MAINS POWER CONNECTION
The turntable is supplied with a power supply suitable for your country's mains supply. Check the label before
connecting to ensure compliance with the mains rating in your house.
Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the socket
(20)
on the rear of the record
player before connecting the power supply to the mains.
7. FITTING THE LID
Fit the lid
(dust cover 17)
carefully over the hinge prongs and adjust the screws
(18)
until the lid stays open
where you want it to without being too stiff to open or close.
8. SWITCHING ON AND OFF
Pressing the power switch
(3)
alternately starts or stops the motor.
9. CHANGING REPLAY SPEED
To play records at
45 r.p.m.
, put the drive belt
(5)
over the larger diameter part of the motor pulley
(4)
using
the accessory tool provided
(10 – accessories list)
. To revert to
33 r.p.m.
repeat the proceedings using the
smaller step on the pulley.
10. ADJUSTING THE VERTICAL TRACKING ANGLE (VTA)
Put a record on the platter. When the needle is lowered into the record groove and the tonearm is not resting on
the lift arm, the tube of the tonearm should be parallel to the surface of the record.
If it is not, loosen both hexagon screws in the tonearm base just enough to allow vertical movement of the
arm pillar without force and slide the arm up or down until it is parallel.
Retighten the hexagon screws without applying excessive force (which would deform the arm pillar) – finger
tight is quite sufficient.