audio-technica AT-VMN95SH VM95 Series Shibata User Manual

: June 9, 2024
: Audio-Technica

Table of Contents

AT-VMN95SH VM95 Series Shibata
Specifications
Contents
Preparation
Connection
Play
Stop
Replacing the stylus
Cleaning
Important information
References
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Instruction Manual

AT-VMN95SH VM95 Series Shibata

G Series Interchangeable AC Plug Models

Pull back tab and hold.
Mate round corner of plug to round corner of receptacle.
Insert plug into adapter receptacle head-first until it sits completely inside, then release tab to lock in place.

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CAUTION: ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT INSERT PLUG ALONE TO ELECTRICAL OUTLET.

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AT-VMN95SH
User Manual
Replacement stylus

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Replacing the stylus

Remove the replacement stylus by pulling in the direction of the arrow without touching the cantilever, stylus tip, and magnets. A
Install a new replacement stylus onto the cartridge body. B
Lifetime of the replacement stylus is approx. 800 hours.

Specifications

Tracking force: 1.8 to 2.2 g {2.0 g standard)
Stylus: Nude Shibata
Cartridge {sold separately): AT-VM95SH

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Belt-Drive Turntable
Quick Start Guide
AT-LP2022

User Manual (Online Manual)
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Preparation

Use the included gloves to avoid fingerprints on the turntable

With the turntable turned off, set the platter.
Attach the drive belt to the motor pulley.
Level the turntable.
Insert the headshell into the tonearm, and remove the cartridge’s protector.
Attach the counterweight to the back of the tonearm, and slowly turn it counterclockwise (to the left).
Unlatch the clamp.
Turn the counterweight to adjust the tonearm’s balance so that the tonearm is level when you release the headshell.
Set the tracking force gauge ring to the “O” position.
After that, turn the counterweight and the tracking force gauge ring together counterclockwise (to the left) to the “2” position.
Set the anti-skate control dial to “2”, the same value as the tracking force value.

Connection

Connect the turntable to the PHONO input of a phono equalizer or an amplifier with a built-in phono equalizer.

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Connection

Play

Remove the cartridge’s protector.
Turn the turntable on, place the record, and use the control knob to select the speed.
Raise the tonearm by lifting the tonearm lift control lever to the UP position.
Position the tonearm over the desired location (groove) on the record.
Lower the tonearm by moving the tonearm lift control lever to the DOWN position.

Stop

Lower the volume of the connected device (amplifier, etc.) .
Raise the tonearm by lifting the tonearm lift control lever to the UP position.
Return the tonearm to the tonearm rest.
Lower the tonearm by moving the tonearm lift control lever to the DOWN position and fix it with the clamp.
Turn the control knob to the “STOP” position.
Attach the cartridge’s protector.
Turn the turntable off.

Replacing the stylus

A replacement stylus (AT-VMN95SH CL) is included with the product.

With the turntable turned off and the AC adapter unplugged from the outlet, release the headshell from the tonearm.
After removing the cartridge’s protector, remove the stylus by pulling in the direction of the arrow without touching the cantilever, stylus tip, and magnets.
Mount the new replacement stylus to the cartridge.
Mount the headshell onto the tonearm.
Adjust the tonearm balance and tracking force.

Cleaning

After turning the turntable off and unplugging the AC adapter from the outlet, clean the turntable as necessary.
For details about turntable and cartridge care accessories, visit https://www.audio-technica.com.
Stylus

Record

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Caution Guide
AT-LP2022

Caution Guide
Belt-Drive Turntable

Thank you for purchasing this Audio-Technica product.
Before using the product. read through this caution guide to ensure that you will use the product correctly Please keep this manual for future reference.
■ Safety precautions
Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product.

Important information

Warning:
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Caution:

Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
To avoid electric shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Do not expose this apparatus to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Do not subject this apparatus to strong impact.
This apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the AC adapter at any time.
In case of emergency, disconnect the AC adapter quickly.
Do not place any obJects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this apparatus.
To prevent fire, do not place any naked flame sources (such as lighted cand les) on this apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
Install this apparatus only in the place where ventilation Is good.
The rating label is put on the bottom of this apparatus.

■ For customers in the USA
FCC Notice
Warning:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution:
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the l1m1ts for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user Is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver Is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radiorrv technician for help

Contact:
Responsible Company: Audio-Technica US., Inc.
Address: 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224, USA
Tel: 330-686-2600
■ For customers in Canada
ISED statement:
CAN ICES 003(B)/NMB-003(B)

Audio-Technica Corporation
2-46-1 Nishi-naruse, Machida, Tokyo 194-8666, Japan
www.audio-technica.com
©2022 Audio-Technica Corporation
Global Support Contact : www.at-globalsupport.com