THOMSON TT700

THOMSON TT700 Premium Turntable User Manual

1. Sarrera

Eskerrik asko erosketagatik.asing the THOMSON TT700 Premium Turntable. This manual provides essential information for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your new turntable. Please read this manual thoroughly before use and retain it for future reference.

The TT700 is designed to deliver a high-quality vinyl listening experience, featuring a belt-drive system, an AT91 Audio Technica cartridge, adjustable counterweight, and antiskating control.

2. Segurtasun informazio garrantzitsua

  • Energia iturria: Ensure the turntable is connected to a 230V AC power supply.
  • Lekua: Jarri biragailua gainazal egonkor eta lau batean, eguzki-argitik, bero-iturrietatik eta hauts edo bibrazio gehiegirik urrun.
  • Hezetasuna: Ez jarri unitatea euri, hezetasun edo likidoen eraginpean.
  • Aireztapena: Ez blokeatu aireztapen baoak.
  • Garbiketa: Disconnect the power before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
  • Zerbitzua: Ez saiatu unitatea zeuk konpontzen. Konponketa guztiak langile kualifikatuei eskatu.
  • Haurrak: Keep out of reach of children. Small parts could be a choking hazard.

3. Paketearen edukia

Egiaztatu elementu hauek guztiak zure paketean sartuta daudela:

  • THOMSON TT700 Turntable Unit
  • platter
  • Dust Cover (Removable Transparent Cover)
  • AT91 Audio Technica Cartridge (pre-installed or separate)
  • Kontrapisua
  • Slipmat
  • RCA Audio Kablea
  • RCA to AUX-IN 3.5mm Adapter
  • Power Adapter (230V Mains Power Supply)
  • Erabiltzailearen eskuliburua (dokumentu hau)

4. Produktua amaitu daview

Familiarize yourself with the components of your TT700 turntable:

THOMSON TT700 Turntable with dust cover open
1. irudia: THOMSON TT700 Turntable with the transparent dust cover open, revealing the platter, tonearm, and controls. This image provides a general view of the unit's layout.
Close-up of AT91 Audio Technica Cartridge
2. irudia: Xehetasun bat view of the yellow AT91 Audio Technica cartridge and stylus, positioned over a vinyl record. This component is crucial for reading the audio information from the record grooves.
Close-up of Tonearm, Counterweight, and Antiskating Dial
3. irudia: A close-up of the tonearm assembly, showing the adjustable counterweight at the rear and the antiskating dial near the base. These controls allow for precise adjustment of tracking force and lateral balance.
Close-up of Speed Selector and Tonearm Rest
4. irudia: Xehetasun bat view of the speed selector switch, marked 'ON/OFF' and '33/45', located near the tonearm rest. This switch controls the turntable's power and playback speed.

5. Konfiguratzeko argibideak

5.1 Desontziratzea eta kokatzea

  1. Kontu handiz kendu osagai guztiak ontzitik.
  2. Place the turntable on a flat, stable, and level surface.
  3. Install the transparent dust cover by aligning its hinges with the slots at the back of the turntable.

5.2 Plater eta gerrikoaren instalazioa

  1. Place the platter onto the center spindle.
  2. Locate the drive belt (usually pre-installed on the underside of the platter or around the motor pulley). If not pre-installed, carefully stretch the belt around the motor pulley and the inner rim of the platter.
  3. Jarri irristagaitza plateraren gainean.

5.3 Cartridge and Tonearm Setup

The AT91 Audio Technica cartridge is typically pre-installed. If not, follow the cartridge manufacturer's instructions for installation.

  1. Besoa orekatu: Gently remove the stylus protector. While holding the tonearm, rotate the counterweight at the rear until the tonearm floats freely and is perfectly level.
  2. Jarraipen-indarra ezarri: Once balanced, hold the counterweight stationary and rotate the numbered ring on the counterweight to '0'. Then, rotate the entire counterweight (including the numbered ring) counter-clockwise to the recommended tracking force for the AT91 cartridge (refer to cartridge specifications, typically 2.0 grams).
  3. Set Antiskating: Adjust the antiskating dial (refer to Figure 3) to match the tracking force you set. This helps prevent the stylus from skipping inwards.

5.4 Audio-konexioak

The TT700 features a pre-amplified output, allowing direct connection to an ampzalifikatzailea edo estereo sistema.

  • RCA irteera: Connect the supplied RCA audio cable from the 'LINE/PHONO OUT' jacks on the turntable to the corresponding 'LINE IN' or 'AUX IN' jacks on your ampargitzaile edo bozgorailu elektrikoak.
  • AUX-IN 3.5mm: If your audio system only has a 3.5mm AUX-IN, use the supplied RCA to AUX-IN 3.5mm adapter.

5.5 Energia-konexioa

  1. Connect the power adapter to the DC input jack on the turntable.
  2. Plug the power adapter into a suitable 230V AC wall outlet.

6. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

6.1 Disko bat jotzen

  1. Place a vinyl record on the platter, centered on the spindle.
  2. Select the correct playback speed (33 or 45 RPM) using the speed selector switch (refer to Figure 4). For 45 RPM records, you may need a 45 RPM adapter (not included).
  3. Move the tonearm lift lever to the 'UP' position to raise the tonearm.
  4. Mugitu besoa astiro-astiro diskoaren hasierako ildoaren gainetik.
  5. Lower the tonearm lift lever to the 'DOWN' position to slowly lower the stylus onto the record. Playback will begin.
  6. Use the 'Start/Stop' button to initiate or pause platter rotation.

6.2 Adjusting Pitch

The TT700 features a Pitch Control knob. This allows for fine adjustment of the playback speed.

  • Rotate the 'PITCH CONTROL' knob clockwise to slightly increase the playback speed or counter-clockwise to decrease it.

6.3 Stopping Playback and Automatic Return

  1. At the end of a record, the tonearm will automatically return to its rest position.
  2. To stop playback manually, move the tonearm lift lever to the 'UP' position, then gently guide the tonearm back to its rest.
  3. Switch the speed selector to 'OFF' to power down the unit.

7. Mantentzea

7.1 Estiletoa garbitzea

A clean stylus ensures optimal sound quality and extends record life.

  • Use a soft stylus brush, brushing gently from back to front (in the direction of the tonearm).
  • Do not use excessive force or brush from side to side.

7.2 Biragailuaren garbiketa

  • Wipe the turntable cabinet and dust cover with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
  • Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as they can damage the finish.

8. Arazoak

ArazoaKausa posibleaIrtenbidea
Botererik ezKorronte-egokitzailea ez dago konektatuta; Entxufea ez dago aktiboZiurtatu korronte-egokitzailea ondo konektatuta dagoela eta funtzionatzen duen entxufe batera entxufatuta dagoela.
Soinurik edo soinu baxurik ezAudio kableak ez daude konektatuta; Amplifier/speakers off or volume low; Incorrect input selected on ampbiziagoaCheck all audio connections. Ensure amplifier/speakers are on and volume is up. Select the correct input (e.g., AUX, LINE) on your ampbiziagoa.
Soinu distortsionatuaDirty stylus; Incorrect tracking force/antiskating; Damaged recordClean the stylus. Re-adjust tracking force and antiskating. Try a different record.
Skipping or jumpingDirty stylus; Incorrect tracking force/antiskating; Turntable not level; Damaged recordClean the stylus. Re-adjust tracking force and antiskating. Ensure the turntable is on a level surface. Try a different record.
Erreprodukzio-abiadura okerraWrong speed selected; Pitch control misadjustedVerify the 33/45 RPM switch is set correctly. Adjust the Pitch Control knob.

9. Zehaztapenak

  • Ereduaren izena: TT700
  • Marka: THOMSON
  • Kolorea: Beltza
  • Drive mota: Gerrikoa
  • Abiadurak: 33 1/3 RPM, 45 RPM
  • Kartutxoa: AT91 Audio Technica
  • Ezaugarriak: Adjustable Counterweight, Antiskating, Pitch Control, Automatic Tonearm Return, Pre-amplifikatu
  • Konexioak: RCA Line/Phono Output, Auxiliary (via RCA to 3.5mm adapter)
  • Gailu bateragarriak: Headphones (via connected ampbizitzailea/hartzailea)
  • Materiala: Vinyl (referring to the product's primary use, not construction material)
  • Elementuaren pisua: 4 kilogramo
  • Elikatze-iturria: 230 V AC

10. Bermea eta Laguntza

For warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official THOMSON website. For technical support or service inquiries, please contact THOMSON customer service through their official channels.

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