Problem Solution
The platter doesn’t turn although
the unit is switched on
- The unit is not connected to the main power supply.
- No power at the outlet.
- Drive belt is not installed or has slipped off.
- The unit automatically switched in standby mode, power OFF and ON again.
No signal through one or other
channel or both channels:
- Amplifier or speakers muted.
- No connection to the speakers.
- No connection between turntable and amplifier.
- Wire leads not connected to the cartridge.
Strong hum on phono input:
- No ground connection from the cartridge, arm, or arm cable to amplifier or
ground loop.
- Turntable too close to speakers.
Distorted of inconsistent sound
from one or both channels
- The vinyl record is damaged.
- Turntable is connected to the wrong input of the amplifier.
- Needle or cantilever damaged.
- Drive belt overstretched or dirty.
- Platter bearing without oil, dirty or damaged.
- Dust on the stylus.
