Pro-Ject Audio Systems X1 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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X1
Controls, features and connections
(1) MAIN PLATTER
(2) CHASSIS
(3) SPEED CONTROL
(4) MOTOR WITH MOTOR PULLEY
(5) DRIVE BELT
(6) SUB-PLATTER
(7) TONEARM FLANGE
(8) TONEARM COUNTERWEIGHT
(9) TONEARM LIFT
(10) TONEARM REST AND REMOVABLE TRANSPORT LOCK
(11) CARBON / ALUMINIUM TONEARM TUBE
(12) HEADSHELL WITH FINGER LIFT
(13) ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT WITH THREAD
(14) ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT SUPPORT
(15) ANTI-SKATING STUB WITH ANTI-SKATING ADJUSTMENT SCALE
(16) LID HINGE
(17) HINGE FASTENERS
(18) LID
(19) PHONO OUTPUT SOCKET
(20) POWER SUPPLY SOCKET
(21) MAIN POWER BUTTON

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Turntable accessories
(1) Instruction for use
(2) Cartridge alignment protractor
(3) Anti-skating weight
(4) Allen key 1.5mm
(5) Allen key 2mm
(6) Allen key 3mm
(7) Counterweight no. 46 for cartridges with weight between 7 - 10g
(8) Single adaptor
(9) Connect IT E RCA 1,23m
(10) Power supply
(11) 3x Feet (1x packed separately, 2x already pre-mounted)
(12) Round drive belt for 78 r.p.m.

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

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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.
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 t
o 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. FEET ASSEMBLY
Remove the front right foot (11 – accessories list) from the plastic bag. Carefully lift the turntable and screw
the foot into the thread pin from the bottom of the turntable. Balance the turntable by using a spirit level before
next steps.
2. PLATTER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY
Install the drive belt (5) and the main platter (1) as shown in following illustration.
3. 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.

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4. CARTRIDGE DOWNFORCE ADJUSTMENT
The counterweight (8)supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 7 - 10g (counterweight no. 46).
Adjust the downforce prior to setting the anti-skating force.
Place counterweight (8)halfway along the counterweight support rod at rear of arm, so that the downforce
scale shows towards the front of the player. Lower the armlift and position the cartridge in the space between
arm rest and platter. Carefully rotate the counterweight (8) until the armtube balances out. The arm should
return to the balanced position if it is moved up or down. This adjustment must be done carefully. Do not forget
to remove the cartridge protection cap if fitted.
Once the arm is correctly balanced return it to the rest. Hold the counterweight (8) without moving it, and gently
revolve the downforce scale ring until the zero is in line with the anti-skating prong. Check whether the arm still
balances out.
Rotate the counterweight counter clockwise (seen from the front) to adjust the downforce according to the
cartridge manufacturer's recommendations. One mark on the scale represents 1 mN (= 0.1g / 0.1 Pond) of
downforce.
The recommended downforce for the factory fitted cartridge is 18mN.
5. 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 " " "

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6. 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 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
7. 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.
8. FITTING THE LID
Fit the lid (dust cover 18)carefully over the hinge prongs and adjust the screws (17) until the lid stays open
where you want it to without being too stiff to open or close.
9. SWITCHING ON AND OFF
Press the main power button (21)to start the turntable.
10. CHANGING REPLAY SPEED
To play records at 33 r.p.m. press the speed control button (3). Pressing the speed control button one more
time selects 45 r.p.m.. The selected speed is shown respectively by the flashing LED. When the platter has attained
full speed, the LEDs stop flashing.
To be able to play 78 r.p.m. the flat drive belt has to be removed and the round drive belt has to be fitted
around the sub-platter (6)and the larger diameter part of the motor pulley (4). To do so the main platter (1)
has to be removed.
After the round drive belt has been fitted, pressing the speed control button two times selects 78 r.p.m.. When
full speed is attained the LED 45 stops flashing.

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11. 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.
12. ADJUSTING THE AZIMUTH
The cartridge needle must be vertical in the record groove in order to trace the groove wall modulations
correctly.
A small screw at the bearing end of the arm allows incorrect azimuth to be corrected.
Slacken off the screw just enough to be able to revolve the arm tube without applying force. Note! Do not
remove this screw completely!

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13. USEFUL TIPS
The lid is not only a dust cover but also a resonant structure likely to be excited by and to pass into the plinth the
acoustic energy emanating from your loudspeakers during replay. Therefore, it is recommended to remove the
lid for achieving a better sound quality. The record player should be positioned on a low-resonance surface,
like wood or multiple layer ply board to avoid structural vibrations disturbing replay.
14. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Your record player requires little or no regular maintenance. Remove dust with a slightly moistened antistatic
cloth. Never use a dry cloth because this will create static electricity which attracts even more dust! Antistatic
cleaning fluids are available at specialized stores but must be applied sparingly to avoid damage to rubber
parts. It is recommended to fit the needle cover before cleaning or maintenance to avoid damage.
If the player is not used over a long period of time, the drive belt should be removed to prevent unequal stretching.
Always disconnect the record player from the mains power supply as a precaution before maintenance!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Pro-Ject 8.6’’ Carbon/Alu sandwich tonearm
Nominal speeds 33/45/78 r.p.m.
Speed variance
33: ±0.30 % 45: ±0.25 %
Wow and flutter 33: ±0.15 % 45: ±0.13 %
Signal to noise -68dB
Effective tonearm mass
10g
Effective tonearm length
8.6 " (218.5mm)
Overhang 18mm
Power consumption
5W/ 0.3W standby mode
Outboard power supply
15V/ 0.8 A DC, universal power supply
Dimensions (W x H x D) 415 x 130 x 335mm, dust cover open 462 x 380 x 400mm
Weight
7 kg
Technical specifications MM-Cartridge Pro-Ject Pick IT S2 MM
Frequency range 20-20.000Hz
Channel separation 23dB/1kHz
Output voltage
7mV
Recommended load impedance
47kohms/amplifier connection – MM-input
Compliance/stylus type 20µm/mN – elliptical
Recommended tracking force
18mN
Weight
7,2g

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Potential incorrect use and fault conditions
Pro-Ject turntables are manufactured to the highest standards and undergo strict quality controls
before leaving the factory. Faults that may possibly occur are not necessarily due to material or
production faults but can sometimes be caused by incorrect use or unfortunate circumstances. Therefore,
the following list of common fault symptoms is included.
The platter doesn't turn although the unit is switched on:
-The unit is not connected to the mains power supply.
-No mains at the socket.
-Drive belt is not fitted or has slipped off.
No signal through one or other channel or both channels:
-No signal contact from the cartridge to the internal tonearm wiring or from that to the arm lead
or from that to the phono box or between that and the amplifier. This could be due to a faulty
plug, broken wire or solder joint or simply loose plug/socket connection.
-Phono input not selected at amplifier.
-Amplifier is not switched on.
-Amplifier or speakers are defective or muted.
-No connection to the loudspeakers.
Strong hum on phono input:
-No earth connection from cartridge or arm or arm cable to amplifier, or earth loop.
Distorted or inconsistent sound from one or both channels:
-Record player is connected to wrong input of amplifier, or MM/MC switch incorrectly set.
-Needle or cantilever damaged.
-Wrong r.p.m., drive belt overstretched or dirty, platter bearing without oil, dirty or damaged.
Service
Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify despite the above information,
please contact your dealer for further advice. Only when the problem cannot be resolved there should the unit
be sent to the responsible distributor in your country.
Guarantee repairs will only be affected if the unit is returned correctly packaged. For this reason, we recommend
keeping the original packaging.
Never return a record player without making sure that is it safely disassembled and correctly packaged in the
original packaging according to the diagrams on the last page of this user guide. Please remove these parts and
pack them separately: lid, counterweight, anti-skating weight, platter and belt. Fit the cartridge protection cap.
Insert the transport screws for the sub-chassis, the transport lock for the tonearm prior to carefully packaging the
record player.
Warranty
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions
for use and/or by transportation without the original packaging. Modification or change to any part of
the product by unauthorized persons, release the manufacturer from any liability over and above the
lawful rights of the customer.
Pro-
Ject Audio Systems is a Registered Trademark of
H. Lichtenegger.
This guide was produced by: Pro-Ject Audio Systems
Copyright ©2019. All rights reserved.
The information was correct at the time of going to
press
. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes to the technical specification without prior
notice as deemed necessary to uphold the ongoing
process of technical development.

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