reLOOP HIFI TURN3 MK2 HIFI-TURNTABLE WITH A DIGITAL USB-AUDIO INTERFACE Instruction Manual

TURN3
PREMIUM ANALOGUE HIFI-TURNTABLE
WITH DIGITAL USB-AUDIO INTERFACE
Rev. 9 Reloop Turn 3 MK2

**** This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful inference, and
2. his device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Instruction Manual
CAUTION!
For your own safety, please read this operation manual carefully before initial operation! All persons involved in the installation, setting-up, operation, maintenance, and service of this device must be appropriately qualified and observe this operation manual in detail. This product complies with the requirements of the applicable European and national regulations. Conformity has been proven. The respective statements and documents are deposited at the manufacturer.

WARNING!
To prevent fire or avoid an electric shock do not expose the device to water or fluids!
Never open the housing!

Reloop Trademark
Global Distribution GmbH & Co. KG
Schuckertstr. 28
48153 Muenster / Germany © 2021

CAUTION!
For your own safety, please read this operation manual carefully before initial operation! All persons involved in the installation, setting- up, operation, maintenance and service of this device must be appropriately qualified and observe this operation manual in detail. This product complies with the requirements of the applicable European and national regulations. Conformity has been proven. The respective statements and documents are deposited at the manufacturer.
Please remove the Reloop TURN3 MK2 from its packaging. Check before initial operation to make sure that the device has not been visibly damaged during transport. If you  detect any damage to the power cable or the casing, do not operate the device. Contact your specialised dealer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION!
Please exercise particular caution when handling AC 100 – 230 V, 50/60 Hz power voltage. This voltage rating may lead to a critical electrical shock! Any damage caused by the non-observance of this operation manual excludes any warranty claims. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage to property or for personal injury caused by improper handling or non-observance of the safety instructions.

WARNING!
To prevent fire or avoid an electric shock do not expose the device to water or fluids! Never open the housing!

• This device left the factory in perfect condition. To maintain this condition and to ensure a risk-free operation the user must observe the safety instructions and warnings contained in this operation manual.

• For reasons of safety and certification (CE) the unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the device is prohibited. Please note that in the
  event of damage caused by the manual modification to this device any warranty claims are excluded.

• The inside of the device does not contain any parts which require maintenance, with the exception of wear parts that can be exchanged from the outside.  Qualified staff must carry out maintenance, otherwise the warranty does not apply!

• The fuse must exclusively be exchanged against fuses of the same class, with the same trigger features and nominal current rating.

• Ensure that the power will only be supplied after the device has been fully set up.

• Only use cables that comply with regulations. Observe that all jacks and bushes are tightened and correctly hooked up. Refer to your dealer, if you have any questions.

• Ensure that when setting up the product, the mains cable is not squashed or damaged by sharp edges.

• Prevent the mains cable from coming into contact with other cables! Exercise great care when handling mains cables and connections. Never touch these parts with wet hands!

• Connect the power cable exclusively to appropriate shock-proof outlets. The only supply point to be used is a supply outlet in accordance with specifications of the public supply network.

• Disconnect the device from the supply outlet when not in use and before cleaning! Be sure to hold the mains plug by the body. Never pull the mains cord!

• Position the device on a horizontal and stable low-flame base.

• Avoid any concussions or violent impact when installing or operating the device.

• When selecting the location of installation, make sure that the device is not exposed to excessive heat, humidity and dust. Be sure that no cables lie around openly. You will endanger your own safety and that of others!

• Do not rest any containers filled with liquid that could easily spill onto the device or in its immediate vicinity. If, however, fluids should access the inside of the device, immediately disconnect the mains plug. Have the device checked by a qualified service technician before re-use. Damage caused by fluids inside the device is excluded from warranty.

• Do not operate the device under extremely hot (in excess of 35° C) or extremely cold (below 5° C) conditions. Keep the device away from direct exposure to the sun and heat sources such as radiators, ovens, etc. (even during transport in a closed vehicle). Always ensure sufficient ventilation.

• The device must not be operated after being taken from a cold environment into a warm environment. The condensation caused hereby may destroy your device. Do not switch on or operate the device until it has reached ambient temperature!

• Controls and switches should never be treated with spray-on cleaning agents and lubricants. This device should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Never use solvents or cleaning fluids with a petroleum base for cleaning.

• When relocating, the device should be transported in its original packaging.

• To begin, set your amplifier‘s crossfade and volume controls to minimum and set the speaker switches to the „OFF“ position. Wait 8 to 10 seconds before adjusting the volume to avoid speaker and crossover damage.

• Devices supplied by voltage should not be left in the hands of children. Please exercise particular care when in the presence of children.

• At commercial facilities the regulations for the prevention of accidents as stipulated by the organization of professional associations must be observed.

• At schools, training facilities, hobby and self-help workshops the operation of the device must be monitored with responsibility by trained staff.

• Keep this operation manual in a safe place for later reference in the event of questions or problems.

APPLICATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH REGULATIONS

• This device is a professional turntable that plays conventional 12“ and 7“ records. The device is connected to a mixing console or a HiFi amplifier.
• This product is designed for connection to 230 V, 50 Hz and 100 V, 60 Hz.
• If the device is used for any other purposes than those described in the operation manual, damage can be caused to the product, leading to the exclusion of warranty rights. Moreover, any other application that does not comply with the specified purpose harbours risks such as short circuit, fire, electric shock, etc.
• The serial number determined by the manufacturer must never be removed to uphold the warranty rights.

MAINTENANCE

• Check the technical safety of the device regularly for damage to the mains line or the casing, as well as for wear of wear parts such as rotary and sliding switches.
• If it is to be assumed that the safe operation is no longer feasible, then the device must be disconnected and secured against accidental use. Always disconnect the mains plug from the outlet!
• It must be assumed that a safe operation is no longer feasible, if the device bears visible defects, if the device no longer functions, following longer storage under unfavourable conditions or after major transport stress.

CONTROLS

REAR PANEL

DESIGNATION

1. Record Platter
2. Drive Hub
3. Record Platter Hub
4. Drivebelt
5. ON/OFF Button
6. Pre-Amp On/Off Switch
7. 33/45/78 Switch
8. USB-Port
9. Auto-Stop On/Off Button
10. Headshell with Ortofon 2M Red (pre-installed)
11. Tonearm
12. Tonearm Support
13. Tonearm Lift
14. Anti-Skating Wheel
15. Counterweight Scale (Counterweight Dial is fixed to the Counterweight -16-)
16. Counterweight
17. Audio Output (RCA)
18. Dust Cover
19. Hinges for Dust Cover
20. Power Supply Unit Connection
21. Counterweight Rod

SETTING UP & CONNECTIONS

1. Moun t the Platter -1- onto the Record Platter Hub -3-.

2. Reaching through the Platter balance hole, pull the Drivebelt -4- so it sits around the Drive Hub -2-.

3. Place the supplied felt mat over the Turntable Hub -3-.

4. Place the Counterweight -16- onto the Tonearm -11-.
   NOTE! The Counterweight Scale -15- has to face forward.

5. Screw the Headshell with Pick-Up System -10- securely (hand-tight) into the Tonearm -11-. The pick-up cartridge is easy to exchange, if required (see below).
   a) First loosen the fastening screw on the headshell and disconnect the cable of the supplied pick-up system.
   b) Remove the old pick-up system from the headshell.
   c) Now connect the leads of the pick-up system and observe the assignment of wires.

d) Tighten the fastening screws on the headshell.
e) Align the cartridge using a cartridge protractor, following the Baerwald alignment principle.

6. Connect the included RCA cable to the Audio Output -17- and connect the cable to a phono input OR line input of your amplifier or  HiFi sound system. NOTE! The connection to a phono or line input depends on the setting of the Pre-amp On/Off Switch.
   PRE-AMP OFF = phono input on your amplifier (or hi-fi system) or external phono stage
   PRE-AMP ON = line input on your amplifier (or hi-fi system)

7. If needed, connect the USB cable to your computer for recordings. Please see the “USB Recording” section below for more information.

8. Connect the Power Supply Unit to its appropriate connection -20- and a power outlet.

OPERATION

1. Counterweight
   Set the tonearm lift -13- to the „DOWN“ position. Now move the tonearm -11- to just in front of the turntable -1-. Adjust the counterweight -16- by turning it clockwise so that the tonearm -11- does not tilt up or down, i.e. it should be balanced parallel to the record. Then guide the tonearm -11- back into the tonearm support -12-. Adjust the counterweight scale -15- on the counterweight so that the position „0“ is above the marking line. Turn the counterweight further clockwise until the scale shows the value that corresponds to the recommended needle tracking force of the pick-up system.

2. Anti-Skating Wheel
   Adjust the Anti-Skating Wheel -14- so that the setting directly matches tracking force of the fitted cartridge.

3. Selecting PRE-AMP ON/OFF & Turning on Power
   Check the PRE AMP ON/OFF -6- position. Depending on your phono/line connection choice, the pre-amplifier should be turned on or off. After all connections have been made and all settings have been adjusted you can turn the device on via the ON/OFF Button -5-.

4. Playback
   Place the record onto the slipmat on the turntable -1-. Select the appropriate speed for your record with the 33/45/78 switch -7-. Remove the needle guard from the pick-up system -10-. Now set the tone arm lift -13- to the „UP“ position and move the tone arm -11- over the part of the record you want to play. Then set the tonearm lift -13- to the „DOWN“ position so that the tonearm lowers onto the record groove.
   NOTE! You can also leave the tone arm lift permanently in the „DOWN“ position and lower the tone arm manually to the desired position. When
   doing so, be careful not to damage the needle of the pick-up system.
   ATTENTION FOR PLAYBACK OF RECORDS WITH 78 RPM (SHELLAC): Please deactivate the Start/Stop automatism when playing shellac records with 78 RPM (Auto-Stop Off). Otherwise playback may be interrupted before the end of the record due to the tonearm mechanism. Please also note, that an appropriate cartridge system should be chosen suitable for 78 RPM.

5. Selecting the Start/Stop Automatism -9- (Auto-Stop On/Off)
   Your turntable can be used either fully manual (Auto-Stop off) or with the help of the Start/Stop mechanism (Auto-Stop on).
   a) Auto-Stop ON
   Provided that the drive belt -4- has been installed correctly, the platter -1- will start moving automatically once the tonearm -11- is placed above the outer-edge
   of the Platter. By returning the tonearm -11- to the tonearm support -12- (starting position), the platter‘s -1- motor rotation will stop. The motor -2- will also stop automatically at the end of a record.
   b) Auto-Stop OFF
   Provided the belt -4- has been installed correctly, the turntable -1- rotates constantly in the Auto-Stop OFF -9- position. The tonearm -11- must be operated fully manually to play and stop playback.
   NOTE! Please deactivate the Start/Stop automatism when playing shellac records with 78 RPM (Auto-Stop Off).  therwise playback may be interrupted before the end of the record due to the tonearm mechanism.

6. USB-Recording (Connection to a Computer)
   Connect the USB Port -8- to a spare USB port on your PC or Mac. The USB audio interface will be recognized automatically (USB Audio Codec) and does not need additional drivers (Class Compliant). After the USB sound card has been installed automatically, you can adjust the following settings in your preferred recording software or OS system settings:
   • Sound/recording settings
   • 2-channel
   • 16-bit
   • 4800 Hz (DVD quality)
   NOTE! There should always be a direct USB connection to the computer. If a USB hub is used, there may be occur some interferences.
   There are a number of recording programmes available. We can recommend Audacity as a free version.
   Further information and download is available at: www.audacityteam.org.
   NOTE!
   Set the record player (USB Audio Codec) as the recording device in your software. If you have any support questions regarding the software / recording function, please contact the provider‘s website or hotline directly.
   

7. Dust Cover
   Place the dust cover on the hinges and then insert the hinges into the holders -21- provided. The Dust Cover protects your turntable when it is not in use. However, we recommend to remove the Dust Cover when the turntable is in use, as it will have a negative impact on the acoustic performance. Furthermore, your turntable should be placed on a base that is as resonance-free as possible, such as a multiplex board or wood.
   

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type of turntable: …………………………………………………………………………..Belt drive
Motor: ……………………………………………………………………………………………..DC Motor
Rotation speeds: …………………………………………………………………………….33 1/3, 45 & 78
Wow and Flutter: …………………………………………………………………………….0.2% WRMS
Analogue Output: ……………………………………………………………………………Phono / Line, switchable
Connections: …………………………………………………………………………………..RCA Audio output (gold-plated), USB type B
Line Output Level: ………………………………………………………………………….224 mV (with Ortofon 2M Red)
Tone Arm type: ……………………………………………………………………………….Straight
Effective Arm Length: …………………………………………………………………….223.6 mm
-Effective tonearm mass: ………………………………………………………………..21.4 g
-Overhang: ……………………………………………………………………………………..18.6 mm
Platter diameter: ……………………………………………………………………………..300 mm
Anti-Skating adjustment: …………………………………………………………………Yes
Type of cartridge: …………………………………………………………………………..MM (Ortofon 2M Red)
Power consumption: ……………………………………………………………………….6W
S/N: …………………………………………………………………………………………………>60 dB or higher
USB Audio Output with 48 kHz / 16-Bit ………………………………………….Yes
USB Funktion: …………………………………………………………………………………USB rec. function
Supported Operating System: ………………………………………………………..Windows & Mac
Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………………………….450 x 352 x 138.7 mm (incl. Dust cover)
Weight: ……………………………………………………………………………………………6.5 kg

Ortofon 2M Red:
Output voltage at 1000 Hz, 5cm/sec.: ……………………………………………5,5 mV
Channel balance at 1 kHz: ………………………………………………………………1,5 dB
Channel separation at 1 kHz: ………………………………………………………….22 dB
Channel separation at 15 kHz: ………………………………………………………..15 dB
Frequency range at – 3dB: ………………………………………………………………20-22.000 Hz
Frequency response: ………………………………………………………………………20-20.000 Hz + 3 / – 1 dB
Tracking ability at 315Hz at recommended tracking force: ……………70 µMm
Compliance, dynamic, lateral: ………………………………………………………..20 µMm
Stylus type: …………………………………………………………………………………….Elliptical
Stylus tip radius: …………………………………………………………………………….r/R 8/18 µMm
Tracking force range: ……………………………………………………………………..1,6-2,0g (16-20 mN)
Tracking force, recommended: ……………………………………………………….1,8 g (18 mN)
Tracking angle: ……………………………………………………………………………….20°
Internal impedance, DC resistance: ………………………………………………..1,3 kOhm
Internal inductance: ……………………………………………………………………….700 mH
Recommended load resistance: ……………………………………………………..47 kOhm
Recommended load capacitance: …………………………………………………..150-300 pF
Cartridge colour, body/stylus: ………………………………………………………..Black/Red
Cartridge weight: ……………………………………………………………………………7.2 g

HELP & SUPPORT

If you need additional help or have technical questions,  you can contact our support team: https://www.reloop-hifi.com/support-ticket-request
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Illustrations similar to original product.
Misprints excepted.

Reloop HiFi
www.reloop-hifi.com
Reloop
Global Distribution GmbH & Co. KG, Schuckertstr. 28, 48153 Münster / Germany
Fax: +49-251.6099368

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• Puristic Slim-Line Design with a matt finish
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| RELOOP TURN 3
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• Pre-installed Ortofon 2M Red cartridge
• Low vibration DC motor
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• Powerful direct-drive DC motor for a stable rotation
• Heavy, low-resonance die-cast platter
• VTA-adjustable Tonearm with a Ortofon 2M red cartridge

www.reloop-hifi.com
Reloop Distribution
Global Distribution GmbH & Co. KG, Schuckertstrasse 28, 48153 Muenster / Germany
Fax: +49.251.6099368

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