Stanton STR8-50 User manual

FULL MANUAL
BELT DRIVE TURNTABLE
STR8-50
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
START/STOP

Important Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions –All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before this product is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions －The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings －All warnings on the appliance
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions －All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture －The appliance should
not be used near water -for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the
like.
6. Carts and Stands －The appliance should be
used only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance and
cart combination to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting －The product should
be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Heat －The appliance should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Power Sources – This product should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power,
or other sources, refer the operating instructions.
10. Grounding or Polarization –This product may be
equipped with a polarized alternation-current line
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
11. Power-Cord Protection－Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the
cord in correspondence of plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
12. Cleaning -The appliance should be cleaned only
as recommended by the manufacturer.
Clean by wiping with a cloth slightly damp with
water. Avoid getting water inside the appliance.
13. For AC line powered units -Before returning
repaired unit to user, use an ohm-meter to
measure from both AC plug blades to all exposed
metallic parts. The resistance should be more than
100,000 ohms.
14. Non-use Periods －The power cord of the
appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
15. Object and Liquid Entry－Care should be taken
so that objects do not fall and liquids are not
spilled into the enclosure through openings.
16. Damage Requiring Service－The appliance should
be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled
into the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the
enclosure damaged.
17. Servicing －The user should not attempt any
service to the appliance beyond that described in
the operating instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.

Important Safety Instructions
18. Ventilation –Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
19. Attachments –do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
20. Accessories –Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
20. Lightning –For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
22. Replacement Parts –When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
23. Safety Check –Upon completion of any service
or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.
CAUTION
CAUTION:To reduce the risk
of electric shock, do not remove
any cover. No user-
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use to the
presence of un-
insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this
appliance.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug
with an extension cor
d, receptacle or other outlet unless
the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade
exposure.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
115V
230V
1) The desired voltage maybe set with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear panel of the main unit, u
sing a
screwdriver.
2) Do not twist the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch with excessive force as this may cause damage.
3) If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does not move smoothly contact a qualified serviceman.

NAME OF PARTS
1) 45-rpm Adaptor
2) Slip Mat
3) Center Spindle
4) Strobe Dots
5) Power Switch/Strobe
6) Start/Stop Button
7) Speed Select Button
8) Target Light
9) Headshell
10)Pitch Control Slider
11)Tonearm
12) Arm Rest
13)Counterweight
14) Hinge For Dust Cover
15)Position For Preparing Cartridge
16) Remote Control:This jack can be connected with a
external switch to perform the Start/Stop operation.
BEFORE USE
*Check following parts included in the package with the
main unit:
1) Turntable platter
2) Slip mat
3) Dust cover
4) 45-rpm adaptor
5) Counterweight
6) Headshell
7) Operating instructions
*Notes:
1) Do not connect the AC power plug before
assembly has been completed.
2) Before turn on the power, check that the voltage
setting is correct.
3) Read this manual carefully before using the unit
and be sure to store the manual in a safe place for
future reference.
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LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
*The desired voltage may be
set with the VOLTAGE
SELECTOR switch on the
cabinet, using a screwdriver.
*Do not twist the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch with
excessive force as this may cause damage.
*If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does not move
smoothly, please contact a qualified service center.
ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the main unit with the packing from the box
and take off the packing.
2. Set the 45-rpm adaptor on the main unit.
3. Insert the turntable platter onto the center spindle
and then stretch the belt around the pulley through
the opening on top of the platter.
4. Set the slip mat on the platter.
5. Installation of cartridge:
When installing a cartridge, refer to the operating
instructions of that cartridge.
During installation, attach the stylus protector to
guard the stylus tip from damage.
(1) Connect the lead wires to the cartridge terminals.
The terminals of most cartridges are color coded.
Connect each lead wire to the terminal of the
same color.
White (L+) ................... Left channel+
Blue (L-) ..................... Left channel-
Red (R+) ........................ Right channel+
Green (R-) .................. Right channel-
(2) Install the cartridge to the headshell and tighten
it with screws provided with the cartridge.
6. Insert the headshell into the front end of the
tonearm, then turn the lock nut clockwise with the
headshell firmly held horizontally.
7. Slide counterweight onto tonearm.
Twist it lightly and it will screw onto the rear shaft
of the tonearm.
8. Adjustment of horizontal zero (0) balance and
stylus pressure:
(a) Remove the stylus protector, do not touch the
stylus tip during the adjustment.
(b) Release the arm clamp and lift the tonearm from
the arm rest to free it.
(c) Rotate the counterweight until the tonearm is
approximately balanced horizontally (floats
freely).
(d) Refasten the tonearm with the arm clamp.
(e) Hold the counterweight stationary with one
hand and rotate only the stylus-pressure ring
to bring the number "0" of the ring into
alignment with the center line on the tonearm
rear shaft.
(f) Rotate the counterweight clockwise until the
scale shows the value corresponding to the
pressure of the used stylus. The stylus
pressure of the installed pick-up system is 2-5
g. It you use a separate pick-up system, please
follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. Install the dust cover to the main unit.
PLACEMENT
ŸDo not place the unit in a location where it will be
exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating appliance.
ŸDo not place the unit in a location where there is high
humidity or a lot of dust.
ŸCartridge may pick up slight sound pressures or
vibrations from the speakers coming along the floor or
through the air resulting in howling. Find a location
which is very stable and vibration free.
ŸThe legs have functions for adjusting the height of
the unit itself. Adjust the legs to stabilize the main
body horizontally.
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CONNECTIONS
1. Connect the power cord to the auxiliary power outlet
on the rear panel of your amplifier or receiver or to a
household AC outlet.
2. Connect the unit output terminals to the PHONO jack
of your amplifier or receiver.
Output terminals Amplifier(Receiver)
L (White) LCH
R (Red) RCH
GND (Spade) GND
NOTE:
Be sure to connect the ground terminal firmly to the
amplifier or receiver.
If this connection is not made or is loose, a power
source "HUM" will result.
OPERATION
1. Push the power button to turn on the power, the
speed indicator and the strobe-illuminator will light
up.
2. Place a record on the slip mat, when playing a 45rpm
record with a large center hole. Place the 45-rpm
adaptor on the center spindle.
3. Set the speed to match with the record.
4. Remove the stylus protector, release the arm clamp.
5. Press the Start/Stop button, the turntable platter will
start to rotate.
6. Move the tonearm to the desired groove and play
begins.
7. When play is finished, move the tonearm to the arm
rest, secure the tonearm with the arm clamp.
8. Press the Start/Stop button to stop the platter
rotating, push the power button to turn off the
power.
Target light
This unit is provided with a target light for illumination
the stylus tip during play.
Push the target light will be raised into position to
illuminate the stylus tip. When not in use, keep the
target light lowered by pressing on it.
REMOTE CONTROL START/STOP
For the disco operation, the start/stop function can
remotely be controlled by a separate switch, via a mixing
console with so-called fader start. If at the mixing
console the fader for the turntable is opened,the
turntable automatically starts responding.
Stops again if the fader is closed.
MAINTENANCE
•Clean the stylus periodically with a soft brush to
prevent the accumulation of dust.
•When the sound becomes distorted or noisy, check
the stylus. If worn out, replace it with a new one.
•From time to time,the dust cover and turntable cabinet
should be wiped with a soft and dry cloth.
•Any volatile materials such as alcohol, thinner,
benzine, etc., may remove the paint or damage the
lustre, please avoid.
SPECIFICATIONS
*General
Power supply……………...…AC 115/230V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption.........................................10 Watts
Dimension(WxDxH).................450 x 352 x 148.5 m m
Weight..............................................................8.6 Kgs
For improvement purposes, specifications and design may be changed without notice.