thomann Fun Generation TT 1201 User manual

TT 1201
Turntable
User Manual

Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Internet: www.thomann.de
01.12.2023, ID: 558946

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 10
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 13
6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 16
7 Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................. 17
8 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 18
9 Plug and pin assignments................................................................................................................... 20
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 21
Table of contents
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1 General information
This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and
follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future refer‐
ence. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to
another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They
are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which
is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
1.1 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this document.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is designed to play records. Use the device only as described in this user manual.
Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may
result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damage resulting
from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Safety
DANGER!
Risk of injury and choking hazard for children!
Children can suocate on packaging material and small parts. Children can injure themselves when handling the device. Never allow
children to play with the packaging material and the device. Always store packaging material out of the reach of babies and small
children. Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐
sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children
could play with.
Intended use
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NOTICE!
Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions!
The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient
conditions specied in the “Technical specications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐
light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations. Avoid operating it in environments with strong temperature uctuations. If temperature uc‐
tuations cannot be avoided (for example after transport in low outside temperatures), do not switch on the device immediately.
Never subject the device to liquids or moisture. Never move the device to another location while it is in operation. In environments
with increased dirt levels (for example due to dust, smoke, nicotine or mist): Have the device cleaned by qualied specialists at reg‐
ular intervals to prevent damage due to overheating and other malfunctions.
NOTICE!
Damage to the external power supply due to high voltages!
The device is powered by an external power supply. The external power supply can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect
voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess voltages can also cause a risk of injury and res. Make sure that the
voltage specication on the external power supply matches the local power grid before plugging in the power supply. Only operate
the external power supply from professionally installed mains sockets that are protected by a residual current circuit breaker (FI). As
a precaution, disconnect the power supply from the power grid when storms are approaching or it the device will not be used for a
longer period.
NOTICE!
Possible staining due to plasticiser in rubber feet!
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with the coating of the oor and cause permanent dark stains
after some time. If necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between the device’s rubber feet and the oor.
Safety instructions
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3 Features
nDirect-drive turntable with USB audio interface
nLine and phono signal as output
nSpeed: 33 and 45 revolutions
nPitch +/- 10 %
nIncluding pick-up, needle, USB, cable, adapter for single records, slip mat
nAlso in phono mode without mass connection
nMinimum computer requirements: PC with Windows®7 and higher, Mac OS X® 10.1 and
higher
nIncluding cover
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
1. Insert headshell with pick-up 1 in the designated holder in the pick-up arm.
2. Turn pick-up locking mechanism 2 in the direction of the arrow until headshell with pick-
up 1 has a rm seat.
1. Place the record turntable on the centring device.
2. Place the slip mat on the record turntable.
Attaching the headshell with
pick-up
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Inserting the record turntable
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1. Push counterweight 1 onto the rear part of pick-up arm 2 to the stop.
2. Turn the counterweight slightly in the direction of the arrow.
3. Set the anti-skate device to 0.
4. If there is a protective cap on the headshell with pick-up, remove the protective cap.
5. Remove the pick-up arm from the holder and hold the pick-up arm in place.
6. Move the lever for lowering the pick-up arm downwards.
7. Turn the counterweight to adjust it until the pick-up arm remains horizontal when it is
released.
8. Guide the pick-up arm back to the holder and lock it in place.
9. Hold onto the counterweight and align the 0 on the ring for the stylus force of the pick-
up with the marking on the rear part of the pick-up arm.
10. Turn the counterweight anti-clockwise to adjust the stylus force of the pick-up arm. The
recommended stylus force for the supplied pick-up is 1.75 g.
11. Adjust the anti-skate device to the stylus force set by means of the counterweight.
Adjusting the counterweight
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The gure shows in a schematic how to connect the device to a mixer or a PC. Conguration example
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5 Connections and controls
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1 Holder for spare pick-up
2 Counterweight
3 Anti-skate device
4 Holder for pick-up arm
5 Lever for lowering pick-up arm
6 Pitch control
7[33] and [45] | Buttons for rpm selection
8 Pick-up locking mechanism
9 Headshell with pick-up
10 Illumination for pick-up
11 Record turntable with slip mat
12 [START / STOP] | Button for starting and stopping the record turntable
13 [Power] rotary switch | Turn switch clockwise to turn on the turntable, and turn it anti-clockwise to switch it o.
14 Illumination for strobe
15 Strobe
16 Centring device
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17 Adapter for 7-inch EPs.
18 Hinges for the cover
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1 Outputs, designed as cinch and ground lead
2[PHONO LINE] | Switch for setting the output signal to the phono or line level
3[USB] | USB interface
4 Connection for power supply
Back
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6 Operating
1. If necessary, put the adapter for 7-inch EPs onto the centring device.
2. Place the record on the record turntable.
3. Switch on the turntable with the [Power] rotary switch.
4. Use the [33] and [45] buttons to set the right rpm for the record.
5. Release the pick-up arm from the holder and position it above the record.
6. Start the turntable with the [START / STOP] button.
7. Move the lever for lowering the pick-up arm downwards in order to lower the pick-up
onto the record.
Playing a record
Operating
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7 Maintenance
1. Clean the pick-up regularly with a soft brush.
2. Clean the housing and the cover regularly with a soft dry cloth.
If the sound is distorted or hissing, the pick-up may be worn.
Replace the pick-up.
Regular cleaning
Replacing the pick-up
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8 Technical specications
Drive Drive type Direct drive
Motor Brushless 2-phase 8-pin motor
Speeds 33 ⅓and 45 rpm
Speed change From 33 ⅓to 45 rpm: < 1 s
From 45 to 33 ⅓rpm: < 1.5 s
Pitch +/– 10 %
Pick-up arm Shape S-shaped
Length 228 mm
Overhang 22 mm
Setting range for stylus force 0 g…4 g
Setting range for anti-skate device 0 g…4 g
Weight of installable headshells
with pick-up
3.5 g…8.5 g
Pick-up Name Ortofon OM 5S
Shape Spherical
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Recommended stylus force 1.75 g
Output connections Audio output Type 2 × cinch, asymmetrical
Phono level 2.5 mV…5.2 mV @ 1 kHz
Line level 150 mV…312 mV @ 1 kHz
USB interface USB 1.1
Frequency response 20 Hz…20 kHz
+/– 1.5 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio > 65 dB
Digital signal processing A/D-D/A converter: 16 bit
Sampling rate: 41 kHz or 48 kHz
Supply voltage 100…240 V 50/60 Hz
Operating voltage 12 V / 2 A, centre positive
Dimensions (W × H × D) 450 mm × 172 mm × 350 mm
Weight 4.7 kg
Ambient conditions Temperature range 21 °C…25 °C
Relative humidity 60 %…70 % (non-condensing)
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9 Plug and pin assignments
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug.
1 Signal
2 Ground, shielding
Introduction
RCA connection
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