VERTERE DG-1 Dynamic Groove Turntable Record Player Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- VERTERE
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DG-1 dynamic groove
Quick Installation Guide
Quick Installation Guide
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Congratulations on your new record player. The DG-1 dynamic groove will
provide you with many years of impeccable performance and help bring you as
close to your music as possible.
Installing and setting up your DG-1 is described in the following pages
predominantly pictorially, however before the pictures begin, we must ask you
to read some statutory Important Safety Instructions followed by some
critical installation “Do’s and Dont’s”.
Important Safety Instructions
- Read these instructions
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water
- Do not submerge the equipment in water or liquids.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
- Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Do not unplug the unit by pulling on the cable. use the plug.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way. such as power-supply cable or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- The appliance coupler, or the AC Mains plug, is the AC mains disconnect device and shall remain readily accessible after installation.
- Adhere to all applicable, local regulations.
- Consult a professional engineer when any doubt or questions arise regarding a physical equipment installation.
Do’s & Don’ts
Please read the following notes carefully, they cover critically important aspects of your DG-1 installation.
Do’s & Don’ts
Please read the following notes carefully. they cover critically important aspects of your DC-1 installation.
- Always lift or lower the platter vertically when removing or replacing it. Do not allow it to tilt.
- Always ensure the Tonearm Transit Screw is fitted when installing a cartridge.
- Always ensure the Tonearm Transit Screw is removed before using the record player.
- Never remove the Main Bearing Spindle.
- Never remove the Tonearm from the Record Player when fitting a cartridge.
- Never remove the Tonearm from the Record Player when adjusting the vertical tracking angle (VTA).
- Never Stretch the Drive Belt.
- Always remove the counterweight and platter when transporting the record player.
Unpacking 1
- 1. Mains power supply with alternative mains socket adaptors
- Tonearm Counterweight
- Phono interconnect cable
- Drive Belt
- Phono Ground Wire
- Allen Key (2mm)
- Spirit Level
- Additional Counterweight Nuts
- Lid Hinge Mounting Bars and Fixing Screws
Unpacking 2
Assembly
Warning!
NEVER PULL THE PLATTER SPINDLE OUT OF THE BEARING HOUSING
The platter bearing is long-term Lubricated for noiseless and reliable
operation and requires no maintenance. ALWAYS remove the platter by Lifting
vertically to avoid inadvertently withdrawing the bearing spindle. If the
bearing spindLe is inadvertently removed, DO NOT attempt to replace it. The
spindLe replacement procedure requires specialist tools and materials.
Tonearm Set Up 1
Important Note
The Counterweight must be fitted and recommended tracking force for the
cartridge set before lowering the cartridge onto the platter mat. Please see
the following tonearm setup section.
Tonearm Set Up 2
Your Attention Please
Groove Runner fine settings of Anti-skate, Azimuth & VTA have already been set
for a typical height and mass cartridge tracking from 1.8g – 2.1g. Therefore
further adjustment may NOT be necessary.
Important
First set the tracking force according to the cartridge manufacturer’s
instructions. Use the main Counterweight to get close to the recommended
tracking force and then use the balance weight on the front to fine tune.
Fit The Lid
Please Note
If the dust cover is fitted with Slide On Hinge Blocks; Simply position them
over the hinge mounting bars and slide the blocks and the dust cover onto the
bars until fully seated down.
Control and Illumination
In case of any unresolved issues following the setup of your DG-1 record
player, please contact your authorized Vertere retailer, local vertere
distributor, or Vertere directly for more assistance.
Please Note
DG-1 Setting Up Videos are also available on the
Vertere website to assist you in the setup.
Vertere Limited.
5 Oliver Business Park.
Oliver Road.
London NW10 7JB. UK
T: +44(0)203 176 4888
E. infogvertereacoustics.com
W: vertereacoustics.com
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DG-1 Quick Installation Guide I Revision F – 01/21
All specifications are liable to change without prior notice, E & OE.