User manual MUSIC HALL MMF-7.1 8-2007

[. . . ] music hall mmf-7. 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL music hall http://www. musichallaudio. com august 2007 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE You have selected an exceptional turntable. Each component used in the construction of the mmf-7. 1 was selected to provide you with superior performance and the highest level of sound reproduction available today. We know of no turntable that costs as much to produce yet sells for so little. The precise and elegant design of this turntable makes it easy to install and operate. [. . . ] To set the tracking force you must first balance (zero) the tonearm (9). The objective of balancing or zeroing the tonearm is to get the tonearm to float parallel to the platter. Using your left hand, lift, position, and hold the tonearm (9) between the tonearm rest (8) and the platter (5). To avoid damage, be careful not to allow the cartridge to contact the plinth (the turntable base). With your free hand turn the counterweight counterclockwise or clockwise until the tonearm floats freely, without the aid of your hand, in mid-air and parallel to the platter. Don't worry about the number on the tracking force scale, you will soon calibrate and set it properly. You are now going to set the ring with numbers on the counterweight to zero. The tracking force scale (6a) turns independently of the counterweight. IMPORTANT With your right hand hold the rear part of the counterweight to make sure that it does not move. With your left hand, lightly grip and turn the tracking force scale until the number zero is in the twelve o' clock position (dead center on top of the counterweight). The tonearm is now zeroed. Check it, by once again floating the tonearm between the tonearm rest and the platter. If the tonearm doesn't float parallel to the platter at zero, return to the previous steps and make the necessary adjustments. To do this, fit the tangency guide (you'll find this in the parts bag. It's a white rectangular piece of cardboard with black lines) over the spindle at point 'A' and onto the platter, black lines side up (See diagram below). Move the tonearm (adjusted for the correct tracking force of your cartridge) to the pattern. When the stylus tip of the cartridge is at points 130mm and 240mm, the front of the cartridge should be parallel to the lines on the pattern. If necessary, slide the cartridge back and forth until the stylus tip is positioned correctly. Tighten the cartridge mounting screws. VTA Adjustment: The VTA for the installed Goldring Eroica H cartridge has been properly set at the factory. To adjust the VTA for other cartridges, lay a record on the platter (5). Slacken the horizontal adjustment screws (two Allen screws located near the plinth on the back of the tonearm pillar) with the Allen Key provided. Do not loosen the vertical screws that hold the anti skate arm to the base. Move the tonearm (9) up or down until it is parallel to the record surface when viewed from the side. Feel free to experiment with VTA positions slightly above or below parallel and choose the position you prefer. If you have any further questions regarding the adjustment of your turntable, please contact your music hall dealer. [. . . ] Gently clean with a cotton swab or lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol. BELT - The belt should last for many years. The best way to clean the belt is to pull it gently through a damp cloth. If the turntable is not going to be used for a long period of time, it is advisable to remove the belt from the platter rim to prevent stretching. OIL - The oil supplied for the main bearing provides life-long protection. [. . . ]