GLORIOUS VNL-500 USB Turntable User Manual

GLORIOUS VNL-500 USB Turntable

WARNING!

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

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 Glorious VNL-500 USB 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. Con-tact your specialised dealer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION!
Please exercise particular caution when handling AC 100 – 230 V, 50/60Hz 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 ma-nufacturer 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 con-dition. To maintain this condition and to ensure a risk-free operation the user must observe the safety instructions and war-nings contained in this operation manual.
• For reasons of safety and certification (CE) the unauthorised conversion and/or modi-fication 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 regulati-ons. 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 dama-ged by sharp edges.
• Prevent the mains cable from coming into contact with other cables! Exercise great care when handling mains cables and con-nections. 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 pub-lic supply network.
•  Disconnect the device from the supply out-let when not in use and before cleaning! Be s ure to hold the mains plug by the body. Never pull the mains cord!
•  Position the device on a horizontal and sta-ble 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 en-danger 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, im-mediately 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 cau-sed 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 clea-ned 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 exerci-se 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 associati-ons must be observed.
• At schools, training facilities, hobby and self-help workshops the operation of the device must be monitored with responsibi-lity 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 ma-nual, 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 har-bours risks such as short circuit, fire, elec-tric 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 ac-cidental 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 unfavou-rable conditions or after major transport stress.

DESIGNATIONS

1. Turntable
2. Hub
3. ON/OFF switch on turntable illumination
4. START/STOP button
5. 33/45 RPM switch
6. …… Headshell with cartridge system (SME connector)
7. Pitch fader
8. Tonearm (SME connector)
9. Tonearm rest
10. Tonearm lift
11. Anti-skating wheel
12. Counterweight
13. Audio output cable (RCA, no grounding necessary)
14.  Phono Out/Line Out switch
15. USB port
16.  Mains connection
17. ON/OFF switcH
18. Mounting bracket for dust cover

SETTING UP AND CONNECTIONS

1.  Connect the turntable -1- to the motor. To do so, position the turntable on the hub -2-.

2.  Fit the included slipmat over the hub -2- onto the turntable -1-.

3.  Connect the counterweight -12- to the to-nearm -8-.
   NOTE! The side marked with a scale must face the listener.

4.  Thread the headshell and cartridge system – 6- into the SME connector of the tonearm – 8- (twist lock mechanism). The cartridge system is easy to exchange, if required.

5.  Select the desired output signal using the phono/line switch -14- and connect the VNL-500 USB to the corresponding inputs of your mixer or amplifier.

6.  Connect the mains connection cable to both the mains connection -16- of the VNL-500- USB and to a mains socket.

Included accessories:
Turntable platter, slipmat, dust cover, 2 x dust cover hinges, counterweight, mains connection cable, Reloop/Ortofon OM black cartridge and headshell (pre- mounted), USB cable, RCA cable, operating instruction

OPERATION

Counterweight
Set the counterweight scale to the 0 posi-tion. Lower the tonearm lift -10- to the “DOWN” position. Move the tonearm -8- until it almost reaches the turntable -1-. Adjust the counterweight -12- by turning it clockwise so that the tonearm does not tilt up or down, i.e. it should be balanced parallel to the record. Then return the tonearm to its rest -9-.
Continue turning the counterweight -12- clockwise until the scale indicates the value equivalent to the recommended stylus force of the cartridge system. For the cartridge system used here, a contact force of 2 grams is recommended.

Anti-skating wheel
Adjust the anti-skating wheel -11- so that the value of the stylus force is the same as the stylus force of the cartridge system.

Power on
After carrying out all connections turn on the device via the ON/OFF switch -17-. To switch on the turntable and the turntable illuminati-on, turn the ON/OFF switch on the turntable illumination -3- .

Playback
Put a record on the slipmat on the turnta-ble -1-. Select the right speed via the 33/45 switch -5-. The LED of the corresponding switch will light up.
Press the START/STOP button -4-. Remove the needle protection from the cartridge. Now bring the tonearm lift -10- to the “UP” position and move the tonearm -8- above the point you wish to play. Then put the tonearm lift into the “DOWN” position so that the tonearm -8- lo-wers itself onto the record’s groove.

NOTE! You can leave the tonearm lift in the “DOWN” position at all times and lower the tonearm manually onto the desired position. When doing so, be sure not to damage the stylus of the cartrid-ge system.

Fine speed control
You can change the speed of the record ste-plessly using the pitch fader -7-. If you want to play the record at its original speed, move the pitch fader -7- to the “+/- 0%” position.

Audio output via USB
The VNL-500 USB features an integrated au-dio interface that allows you to digitise your records easily as well as in high quality. For this purpose we recommend recording-capable audio software such as Audacity (freeware).

Audacity download link:

https://www.audacityteam.org/download/
Connect the supplied USB cable to both the USB port -15- of the VNL-500 USB and to a computer. Then open your audio software, e.g. Audacity, and select the VNL-500 USB as a device under the option “Recording” (Audio Input) in the default settings of your audio software. The VNL-500 USB will be di-splayed as “USB Audio Codec”.
Press “Record” and play the desired record. The audio output of the VNL-500 USB is now recorded.For advanced functions of your audio software, please refer to the respective operating instructions

Dust cover
Put the dust cover on the hinges and then place them in the mounting brackets pro-vided -18-. The dust cover protects your turntable when it is not in use. However, we recommend that you remove the dust cover when the turntable is in use, as otherwise it will have a negative impact on the acoustic performance. In addition, your turntable should be positioned on a low-resonance surface such as wood or multiple layer ply board.

TECHNICAL DATA

Direct drive motor system

• Rotation speeds:…….. 33, 45 RPM

• Wow and flutter:……… approx. 0.1%

• S/N ratio:………………. >60 dB

• Power:…………………… 100 V–230 V/AC

• (alternating current)

• Cartridge:………………. OM Black

• Tracking force range:. 1.75 – 2.25 g

• Recommended

• tracking force:………… 2 g

• Interface:……………….. USB 1.1
  (compatible with Windows and Mac OSX)

• Dimensions:…………… 415 x 150 x 333 mm

• Weight:………………….. 5.56 kg

SUPPORT

If you require further help or have technical questions, please contact our support team:
www.glorious.de/support-ticket-request

Glorious
a division of Global Distribution GmbH & Co. KG Schuckertstraße 28 48153 Muenster / Germany
Fax +49.251.6099368

Subject to alterations.
Illustrations similar to original product. Misprints excepted.
In compliance with international safety certi-fication requirements (e.g. CE, UKCA, FCC), all necessary documents are held by our official Importer. You can find our current im-porter for your territory listed as Distributor in the ‘Where To Buy section’ of our website: https://www.glorious.de/where-to-buy/

References

• Glorious / Furniture for DJs, Producers and Vinyl Lovers
• Support Ticket Request / Furniture for DJs, Producers and Vinyl Lovers
• Audacity ® | Downloads
• Where to Buy / Furniture for DJs, Producers and Vinyl Lovers

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