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1. Project INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Pro Ject Essential Phono USB a P L oor de S_S O 12 _ o 1 Controls features and connections Power switch 2 22 Stepped drive pulley and drive belt 3 Platter with felt mat 4 44 Tonearm counterweight and counterweight support rod 5 Tonearm litt lever 6 66 Tonearm rest and removable transport locks 7 77 Tonearm tube with tonearm bearing housing and red coloured transport lock 8 Anti skating weight adjustment scale 9 Anti skating weight support hoop 10 Anti skating weight with wire 1 Headshell with finger lift and fitted Ortofon OMB 3E cartridge 12 Phono output sockets earth connection and USB out 13 Power supply socket 14 Hinge with hinge fasteners Signal output and USB cable Power supply not shown Stylus pressure gauge white plastic instrument with mN scale not shown Two hexagonal keys not shown 2 Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Dear music lover thank you for purchasing a PRO JECT AUDIO record player In order to achieve maximum performance and reliability with this record player you should study these instructions for use carefully V Warning of a hazard for the user the unit or possible misuse 5 Important notice The record player is s2. selections by clicking the OK button 4 In the control panel open the Sound and audio menu Sounds and Audio Devices Properties Volume Sounds Audio Voice Hardware SoundM X HD Audio D Device volume D Lo C Mute v Place volume icon in the taskbar Speaker settings Use the settings below to change individual speaker volume and other settings Speaker Volume Advanced OK J Cancel Apply 6 Select the USB Audio CODEC from the pull down list in the Recording section Make sure your sound card is selected for Replay Sounds and Audio Devices Properties Volume Sounds Audio Voice Hardware Sound playback D Default device SoundMAX HD Audio Volume Advanced x Sound recording A Default device SoundMAX HD Audio U S co JEC Volume MIDI music playback ia Default device lt Microsoft GS Wavetable SW Synth Volume About Use only default devices x 8 Close the control panel windows and start your recording programme Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 3 Connecting to a Computer Windows 7 operating system 1 Connect the USB output of the Essential Premium Phono USB to a free USB socket on your computer and turn it on make sure it is powered on Please note Connection
3. should be made to an USB socket of your computer directly Connecting to USB hubs or switches can cause problems 2 Open the Recording panel gt Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Sound gt Recording In the Recording panel USB Audio Device announced as Microphone should be selected usually preselected Recording Sounds Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings Microphone X High Definition Audio Device 4 Ready i Microphone High Definition Audio Device Currently unavailable Microphone USB Audio Device Y Default Device Set Default w Properties OK Cancel Apply 3 Click the OK button and close the control panel windows 4 Close the control panel windows and start your recording programme 6 Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 Connecting to a Computer Mac OS 1 Connect the USB output of the Essential Premium Phono USB to a free USB socket on your computer and turn it on make sure it is powered on Please note Connection should be made to an USB socket of your computer directly Connecting to USB hubs or switches can cause problems 2 Open the System Preferences panel and select Sound 600 System Preferences Personal Gi 4 B ff a oo Appearance Desktop amp Dock Expos amp Internation
4. Antistatic cleaning fluids are available at specialist stores but must be applied sparingly to avoid damage to rubber parts It is recommended to fit the needle cover before cleaning or maintenance is carried out to avoid damage If the player is not used over a long period of time the drive belt can be removed to prevent unequal stretching V Always disconnect the record player from the mains power supply as a precaution before maintenance Fitting and connecting the cartridge All cartridges with half inch mounting holes can be fitted Leaving the needle s protection cover on fit the cartridge to the headshell 11 using the screws supplied with the cartridge by passing one screw through each slot in the headshell 11 Do not tighten the nuts yet Connect the tonearm wires to the cartridge pins as follows white left channel positive L red right channel pos R green right channel return R blue left channel return L The full sound quality of the record player can only be achieved if the cartridge is correctly adjusted Particular tools like the Pro Ject alignment tool Align it are required to accomplish this job properly If you are not well acquainted with the adjustment of cartridges you are advised to call upon the willing help of your Pro Ject dealer to accomplish this task for you Please note adjusting a cartridge and tonearm calls for the greatest care in order to avoid damaging the cartridge or tonearm bear
5. acturer reserves the right to make changes to the technical specification without prior notice as deemed necessary to uphold the ongoing process of technical development Windows XP Windows Vista and Windows 7 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Tonearm counterweight Accessories Red coloured transport lock Two tonearme transport locks Pai al O Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11
6. al Security Spotlight Screen Saver Spaces Hardware A j La A la 37 Y z R Bluetooth CDs amp DVDs Displays Energy Keyboard Print amp Fax Sound Saver Mouse 3 In the Input panel USB Audio CODEC should be selected usually preselected Sound a gt Show All a Sound Effects Output Input Choose a device for sound input Name Line In USB Audio CODEC Type Built in Input USB Settings for the selected device 4 Close the control panel windows and start your recording programme Recording Programme In case you do not have a recording programme installed on your computer you may download one free from the Internet Recording programmes may be found by searching Google or Altavista 13 Please be aware that downloads from the Internet are made entirely at your own risk Under no circumstances can we carry responsibility or provide support for software products sourced from the internet or for any damage or problems arising from the use thereof All downloads should be checked with an up to date anti virus programme License fees may be applicable Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 7 Maintenance and cleaning Your record player requires little or no regular maintenance Remove dust with a slightly moistened antistatic cloth Never use a dry cloth because this will create static electricity which attract more dust
7. artridge downforce adjustment The counterweight 4 supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 4 9g counterweight no 37 An alternative counterweight for cartridges weighing between 8 15g counterweight no 59 is available as an accessory part Place counterweight 4 halfway along the counterweight support rod 44 at rear of arm being sure to have the securing screw uppermost Remove the felt matt With the power off and the platter static place the stylus pressure gauge onto the platter To set the recommended 17 5mN downforce ImN 0 1g 0 1 Pond place the tip of the stylus exactly in between the two points marked 15mN and 20mN If the stylus gauge becomes level then the correct pressure has been achieved However if the there is insufficient or excessive pressure the gauge will either not move or tilt down To adjust the amount of pressure carefully move the counterweight 4 along the support rod 44 until the stylus pressure is sufficient to raise the pressure gauge to the level position Moving the counterweight 4 towards the cartridge will reduce pressure and away will increase pressure Finally secure the counterweight 4 using hexagonal key provided ES Please note It is advised to remove stylus tip from gauge whilst making adjustments to avoid damage to stylus Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 3 Anti skating force adjustment Hang th
8. e loop of the thread of the anti skating weight in the groove of the anti skating stub 8 corresponding to the downforce applied to your cartridge and feed the thread through the loop of the wire support 9 The anti skating force must be adjusted corresponding to the downforce as follows Downforce Groove in the stub 8 O O D 10 14mN 1 from bearing rings 15 19mN ga A 20mN and bigger lt 3 i 8 Connection to the amplifier The record player has gold plated female RCA phono sockets 14 so you can substitute the interconnect cables supplied with those of your choice for connection to the amplifier if you wish Your dealer can advise you on alternative cables Use a line input such as AUX CD Tuner Tape or Video on your amplifier Due to the built in phono pre amplifier a phono input sometimes labelled gram disc or RIAA is not suitable Connecting to a Computer see page 5 Take care to connect the left and right channels correctly The right channel is usually marked red the left channel black or white Check the manual supplied with your amplifier for relevant information The earthing wire of the tonearm lead should be connected to the earth terminal on your amplitier if provided The 3 5 mm connector supplied can be used to connect your Pro Ject record player to any line level auxiliary input Computer Midi System Mixer etc Connect the socket end to the phono plugs at the end of the audio trailing lead trom
9. ered on Please note Connection should be made to an USB socket of your computer directly Connecting to USB hubs or switches can cause problems 2 The new hardware found assistant will automatically detect the unit and announces it as a USB audio codec 3 open the System menu via Start Windows key gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Sound and Audio Devices Dd Windows Update E WinZip SEA y Documents E Scheduled Tasks SolarWinds Free Tools W System Taskbar and Start Menu 8A User Accounts Windows Firewall ai Wireless Network Setup Wizard Programs Control Panel Settings work Connections Neti Search Ry Printers and Faxes Help and Support Taskbar and Start Menu Run Log Off i000749 Windows XP Professional Shut Down 5 In the Sounds and Audio panel select the Audio tab In the Replay section select your sound card from the pull down lists usually preselected Sounds and Audio Devices Properties Audio Volume Sounds Voice Hardware Sound playback Default device 7 E Volume Advanced Sound recording A Default device A SoundMAX HD Audio yv MIDI music playback la Default device O Microsoft GS Wavetable SW Synth v Volume About Y Use only default devices OK Cancel Apply 7 Confirm your
10. ings Leave this work to your dealer if you are in any way unsure of the necessary steps and precautions to be taken Useful tips The record player should be positioned on a low resonance surface such as wood or multiple layer ply board to avoid structural vibrations disturbing replay Technical specifications Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Pro Ject 8 6 UniPivot Nominal speeds Speed variance Wow and flutter Signal to noise Downforce range Effective tonearm length Overhang Power consumption Outboard power supply Dimensions W x H x D Weight 33 33 45 11 r p m 1 5 0 25 65dB 15 30mN 8 6 218 5mm 18 5mm 2W 16V 500mA AC suitable for your country s mains supply 415x112 x 335mm 3 9kg Technical specifications MM Cartridge Ortofon OMB 3E Frequency range Channel separation Output voltage Recommended load resistance Compliance stylus type Recommended tracking force Weight 20 22 000Hz 22dB 1kHz 4mV 47kohms amplifier connection MM input 20um mN elliptical 17 5mN 59 8 Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 Technical specifications Moving magnet phono pre amplifier Gain 32dB Output voltage typically 160mV 1kHz at 4mV 1kHz input Input impedance 47kohms 100pF Noise floor 88dB RIAA equalisation curve accuracy 20Hz 20kHz max 0 5dB USB output digital serial data protocol USB 1 1 Operating systems Windows XP Windo
11. r damaged Service Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify despite the above information please contact your dealer for further advice Only when the problem cannot be resolved there should the unit be sent to the responsible distributor in your country Guarantee repairs will only be effected if the unit is returned correctly packaged For this reason we recommend keeping the original packaging Never return a record player without making sure that is it safely disassembled and correctly packaged in the original packaging according to the diagrams on the last page of this user guide Fit the cartridge protection cap Insert the transport locks for the tonearm tube 66 and the red coloured transport lock 77 for the tonearm bearing housing prior to carefully packaging the record player Warranty The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions neg for use Modification or change to any part of the product by unauthorized persons release the manufacturer from any liability over and above the lawful rights of the customer Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 9 Copyright trademarks PRO JECT is a Registered Trademark of H Lichtenegger The information was correct at the time of going to This guide was produced by Audio Trade GmbH Copyright 2007 All rights reserved press The manuf
12. upplied with a factory fitted and adjusted cartridge The following instructions for adjusting the cartridge are provided in case the cartridge is replaced by a ditterent model at a later date During assembly and adjustment of the deck small parts could be lost if not carefully placed in a suitable receptacle Before starting assembly make yourself acquainted with the parts listed above and correspondingly numbered in the technical drawings above Separately packed items are marked with an asterisk Set up Make sure the surface you wish to use the turntable on is level use a spirit level before placing the turntable on it Fit the drive belt 22 around the platter 3 and the smaller diameter part of the motor pulley 2 Avoid getting sweat or grease on the belt as these will deteriorate the performance and reduce the belt s lifespan Use absorbent kitchen paper to remove any oil or grease from the outer edge of the platter and the belt Fit the felt mat over the spindle of the platter 3 Remove both transport locks 66 from the tonearm tube To remove the transport lock for the arm bearing lift up the tonearm by the tonearm bearing housing 77 and pull out the red coloured transport lock 7 towards the right hand side Put the tonearm back into place V Take special care not to strain or damage the delicate 4 colour wire Store the transport locks in the original packaging so they are available for any future transportation C
13. ws VISTA Windows 7 and Mac OS Potential incorrect use and fault conditions PRO JECT turntables are manufactured to the highest standards and undergo strict quality controls before leaving the factory Faults that may possibly occur are not necessarily due to material or production faults but can sometimes be caused by incorrect use or unfortunate circumstances Therefore the following list of common fault symptoms is included The platter doesn t turn although the unit is switched on The unit is not connected to the mains power supply No mains at the socket Drive belt is not fitted or has slipped off No signal through one or other channel or both channels No signal contact from the cartridge to the internal tonearm wiring or from that to the arm lead or from that to the phono box or between that and the amplifier This could be due to a faulty plug broken wire or solder joint or simply loose plug socket connection Phono input not selected at amplifier Amplifier not switched on Amplifier or speakers detective or muted No connection to the loudspeakers Strong hum on phono input No earth connection from cartridge or arm or arm cable to amplifier or earth loop Distorted or inconsistent sound from one or both channels Record player is connected to wrong input of amplifier or MM MC switch incorrectly set Needle or cantilever damaged Wrong r p m drive belt overstretched or dirty platter bearing without oil dirty o
14. your turntable and insert the 3 5 mm plug into the relevant socket on your audio component Mains power connection The turntable is supplied with a power supply suitable for your country s mains supply Check the label before connecting to ensure compliance with the mains rating in your house Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the socket 8 on the rear of the record player before connecting the power supply to the mains Fitting the lid Fit the lid dust cover 10 carefully over the hinge prongs and adjust the screws 12 until the lid stays open where you want it to without being too stiff to open or close Switching on and off Pressing the power switch 1 alternately starts or stops the motor Changing replay speed Put the belt 22 over the larger diameter part of the motor pulley 2 To revert to 33 1 3 r p m repeat the proceedings using the smaller step on the pulley When the Pro Ject Speed Box ore the Speed Box SE are used speed change between 33 and 45 r p m is electronic There is no need to move the belt manually For detailed product information please refer to the Pro Ject web site www project audio com 4 Audio Trade GmbH Pro Ject Essential Phono USB Ortofon OMB 3E Revision 15 06 11 15 07 11 Connecting to a Computer Windows XP operating system 1 Connect the USB output of the Essential Premium Phono USB to a free USB socket on your computer and turn it on make sure it is pow
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