reloop RP-7000 MK2 Upper Torque Turntable Instruction Manual

RP-7000 MK2
Professional Upper Torque Turntable System
BLACK & SILVER EDITION

Bedienungsanleitung ACHTUNG!

Lesen Sie sich vor der ersten Inbetriebnahme zur eigenen Sicherheit diese Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch! Alle Personen, die mit der Aufstellung, Inbetriebnahme, Bedienung, Wartung und Instandhaltung dieses Gerätes zu tun haben, müssen entsprechend qualifiziert sein und diese Betriebsanleitung genau beachten. Dieses Produkt erfüllt die Anforderungen der geltenden europäischen und nationalen Richtlinien, die Konformität wurde nachgewiesen, die entsprechenden Erklärungen und Unterlagen sind beim Hersteller hinterlegt.

Instruction Manual CAUTION!
For your own safety, please read this operation manual carefully before the 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!

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Global Distribution GmbH Schuckertstr. 28 48153 Muenster / Germany © 2012

CAUTION! For your own safety, please read this operation manual carefully before the 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.
Congratulations on purchasing your Reloop RP-7000MK2 turntable. Thank you for placing your trust in our disc jockey technology. Before operating this equipment we ask you to carefully study and observe all instructions.
Please remove the Reloop RP-7000MK2 from its packaging. Check before the 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 casing, do not operate the device. Contact your specialized dealer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION! Please exercise particular caution when handling the AC 115/230V, 60/50Hz or AC100V, 50/60Hz (for JP) 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.

• This device left the works 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 unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the device is prohibited. Please note that in the event of damage caused by 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!
• Ensure that the power will only be supplied after the device has been fully set up. Always plug-in the mains plug last. Ensure that the main switch is in the „OFF“ position when connecting the device to power.
• 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 main 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 the 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 main cord! When not using the turntable for longer periods of time, close the dust guard.
• Position the device on a horizontal and stable low-flame base.
• Avoid any concussions or violent impacts 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. Has the device been checked by a qualified service technician before re-use? Damage caused by fluids inside the device is excluded from the 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.
• When starting operation, the crossfaders and volume controls of your amplifier must be set to a minimum level. Bring the loudspeaker switches into the „OFF“ position. Wait between 8 to 10 seconds before increasing the volume to avoid damage to loudspeakers and the diplexer.
• 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 association of professional associations must be observed.
• At schools, training facilities, hobbies, 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 equipment is a professional turntable that plays conventional 12” and 7” records. The equipment is connected to a mixing console.
• This product is authorized for connection to AC 115/230V, 60/50Hz or AC100V, 50/60Hz (for JP) and is designed exclusively for indoor application.
• 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 harbors 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 casing, as well as for wear of wear parts such as rotary, sliding switches, and the pick-up.
• If it is to be assumed that a 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, the device no longer functions, following longer storage under unfavorable conditions or after major transport stress.

DESIGNATION

1. Turntable
2. Hub
3. ON/OFF Button on Turntable Illumination
4. START/STOP Button
5. 33/45/78 Switch
6.  Stylus Illumination and Socket for Stylus Illumination
7. Dial for Brake Speed
8. Dial for Torque
9. Reverse Switch
10. Pitch Range Select Switch
11. Reset Lock Switch
12. Reset Lock LED
13. Pitch Fader
14. Headshell (not included)
15. Tone Arm
16. Tone Arm Ring
17. Tone Arm Rest
18. Tone Arm Lift
19. Anti-Skating Wheel
20. Tone Arm Ring Locking Mechanism
21. Counterweight Scale
22. Counterweight
23. Audio Output (Cinch)
24. Phono/Line Switch
25. Voltage Selector Switch (EU/US models only)
26. Mains Cable Connection
27.  Turntable Cover Mount
28. GND Connector

ASSEMBLY & CONNECTIONS

1. Connect the Turntable -1- to the motor. To do so, put the turntable above the Hub -2-.

2. Put the included slipmat above the Hub -2- on the turntable.

3. Connect the Counterweight -22- to the Tone Arm -15-.
   NOTE! The counterweight Scale -21- must face the DJ.

4. Screw the Headshell -14- into the Tone Arm -15- after mounting your cartridge to the headshell as described in the following:
   a) Connect the headshells connecting wires to the cartridge‘s connection and observe the correct wire assignment.

b) Fix the cartridge via the included mounting screws.
NOTE! If you use a ready-to-mount SME system instead of a headshell system, screw it directly into the Tone Arm -15-. In this case, you do not need the headshell.

5. Insert the stylus illumination in the intended socket -6-.
6. Connect the Audio Output Cable -23- to the audio inputs of your mixer. Usually, it is not necessary to ground your turntable as this already happens via the housing.  however, should you notice a humming sound, please connect the grounding wire to the GND screw of your DJ mixer or phono pre-amp? If these devices are not sufficiently grounded, a humming sound might still occur.
7. Connect the mains cable to the corresponding connection -26- and a power outlet.

OPERATION

1. Counterweight
   Lower the Tone Arm Lift -18- to “down“ position. Guide the Tone Arm -15- almost in front of the Turntable -1-. Adjust the Counterweight -22- by turning it clockwise as such that the Tone Arm does not lean up nor down, i.e. it should be balanced parallel to the record. Then return the Tone Arm to its support -17-. Set the Counterweight  Scale -21- of the Counterweight as such that the „0“ position is above the marked line. Continue turning the Counterweight clockwise until the scale indicates the value which corresponds to the recommended stylus force of the pick-up system.

2. Anti-Skating Wheel
   This applies inward force to the tonearm so it doesn‘t skip outward across the record due to the centrifugal force of the record spinning. Cartridge manufacturers usually specify the proper setting of this.

3. Tone Arm Height
   You can adjust the tone arm‘s height if the cartridge you use necessitates this: First release the Tone Arm Ring Locking Mechanism -20- from the “LOCK“ position. Now you can raise the tonearm via the Tone Arm Ring -16- in the scale‘s range by up to 6 millimeters (0 millimeters = default setting). Move the Tone Arm Ring Locking  Mechanism back to the “LOCK” position after the tonearm has been set to the desired height.
   ATTENTION! The tonearm must not exceed the maximum height of 6 millimeters as otherwise damage to the tonearm socket cannot be excluded. Observe the tonearm ring‘s marking by all means!

4. Power On
   After carrying out all connections turn on the device via the ON/OFF Button -3-. The integrated turntable illumination and stylus illumination -6- will be activated.

5. Playback
   Put a record on the slipmat on the turntable -1-. Select the right speed via the 33/45/78 Switch -5-. The LED of the corresponding switch will go on.
   NOTE! In order to select 78 RPM, press both 33 and 45 switches -5- simultaneously. Both LEDs will go on.
   Press one of the two Start/Stop Buttons -4-. Remove the needle protection from the cartridge. Bring the Tone Arm Lift -18- to the “Up” position and move the Tone Arm  -15- above the point, you wish to play. Put the Tone Arm Lift down so that it lowers itself onto the record‘s groove.
   NOTE! It is possible to leave the Tone Arm Lift permanently in the “Down” position and to lower the Tone Arm manually onto the desired position.
   When doing so, be sure not to damage the stylus of the Pick-Up System.
   By pressing the Reverse Switch -9- the turntable will move counterclockwise; the LED will be lit. All functions of the RP-7000MK2 remain available.
   By pressing the button again, the turntable will move clockwise again; the LED will go out.

6. Stylus Illumination
   The Stylus Illumination -6- will be activated automatically when turning on the power. You can freely move the lamp by 360°.
   NOTE! If you do not wish to use the stylus illumination, just pull out the stylus illumination from the socket.

7. Pitch Fine Adjustment
   Via the Pitch Fader -13- you can steplessly adjust the record‘s pitch. Via the Pitch Range Buttton -10- you can choose between a pitch range of +/8% and +/-16%.
   The respective LED will be lit.
   NOTE! In order to select a pitch range of 50%, press both pitch range select switches simultaneously; both LEDs will be lit.
   If you want to play a record at its original pitch, bring the pitch fader to the “+/-0%” position. By using the Reset Lock Switch -11- you can deactivate the pitch fine adjustment,  the LED will go on. By pressing again the fine adjustment will be re-activated: the turntable returns to the speed set via the pitch fader and the LED will go out. The Quartz Lock LED -12- will be lit when in the original pitch and when pitch fine adjustment is deactivated; when the pitch differs, it will go out.

8. Brake Speed adjustment
   a dial -7- you can steplessly adjust the motor‘s brake time in a range of min. (dial to the left) – 6 seconds (dial to the right).

9. Torque Adjustment
   Via dial -8- you can steplessly adjust the motor‘s torque in a range of 2.8 kg/cm (dial to the left) – 4.5 kg/cm (dial to the right).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type: ……………………………………………………………………………………….manual quartz driven turntable
Drive: ………………………………………………………………………………………quartz driven upper torque direct drive
Motor: ……………………………………………………………………………………..brushless DC motor
Turntable RPM: ……………………………………………………………………….33 1/3, 45 and 78 RPM
Turntable: ……………………………………………………………………………….aluminum die casting
Pitch: ………………………………………………………………………………………variably adjustable +/-8%, +/-16%, +/-50%
Torque: ……………………………………………………………………………………adjustable from min. 2800 – 4500 gf/cm
Start-up time: …………………………………………………………………………min~6 sec. (adjustable)
Brake system: …………………………………………………………………………electronic brake
Effective Arm Length: ……………………………………………………………..230 mm
Overhang: ………………………………………………………………………………..15 mm
Tracking Error Angle: ………………………………………………………………<3°
Wow and flutter: ……………………………………………………………………..0.01% WRMS*
S/N ratio: ………………………………………………………………………………..more than -55 dB
Admissible cartridge weight range: ……………………………………….3.5 – 8.5 g (incl. headshell 13 – 18 g)
Anti-skating range: …………………………………………………………………0 – 3 g
Power input: ……………………………………………………………………………13 W
Power supply: …………………………………………………………………………AC 115/230 V, 60/50 Hz (EU/US), AC 100 V, 50/60 Hz (JP)
Dimensions: …………………………………………………………………………….458 x 144.6 x 354 mm (w/h/d)
Weight: ……………………………………………………………………………………11,7 kg

*Impact of stylus, record, and tonearm not taken into account.
Note: Subject to alterations. The specified data is of approximate value.

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Illustrations are similar to the original product.
Misprints excepted.

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