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+ | :* <u>'''It is important that the stylus is kept scrupulously clean'''</u>. Your Linn retailer will be able to show you how to clean the stylus using Linn green stylus paper. (Traditional soft stylus brushes on their own are not effective.) <br> | ||
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+ | :* <u>'''Ensure the tonearm is set to the correct tracking weight and bias'''</u>: every arm and cartridge combination has an optimum tracking weight (refer to the information supplied with the arm/cartridge). Temperature can alter this value, which will be lower in hot weather and higher in cold.<br> | ||
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+ | :* <u>'''It is important that the electrical contacts in your hi-fi system are kept mechanically sound and clean.'''</u> A poor contact, especially at the first connection in the system between the cartridge and arm, will degrade the signal substantially. Checks on all contacts should be performed periodically. <br> | ||
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+ | :* <u>'''Most record cleaning devices do more harm than good.'''</u> Linn suggest that you let the stylus remove any dirt which may be in the groove, then clean the stylus. <br> | ||
+ | '''***In you are in any doubt, please contact your Linn Retailer***'''<br> | ||
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+ | '''IMPORTANT - Sondek LP12 with Radikal:''' | ||
+ | With the accuracy of the new DC motor system there is no longer any benefit in leaving the motor running continuously (as many considered beneficial with the AC motor). We recommend that the turntable is switched off when not in use, as this will enhance the product lifetime and also consume less power.<br><br> | ||
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Revision as of 15:43, 15 January 2018
GENERAL TURNTABLE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
- It is important that the stylus is kept scrupulously clean. Your Linn retailer will be able to show you how to clean the stylus using Linn green stylus paper. (Traditional soft stylus brushes on their own are not effective.)
- It is important that the stylus is kept scrupulously clean. Your Linn retailer will be able to show you how to clean the stylus using Linn green stylus paper. (Traditional soft stylus brushes on their own are not effective.)
- Ensure the tonearm is set to the correct tracking weight and bias: every arm and cartridge combination has an optimum tracking weight (refer to the information supplied with the arm/cartridge). Temperature can alter this value, which will be lower in hot weather and higher in cold.
- Ensure the tonearm is set to the correct tracking weight and bias: every arm and cartridge combination has an optimum tracking weight (refer to the information supplied with the arm/cartridge). Temperature can alter this value, which will be lower in hot weather and higher in cold.
- It is important that the electrical contacts in your hi-fi system are kept mechanically sound and clean. A poor contact, especially at the first connection in the system between the cartridge and arm, will degrade the signal substantially. Checks on all contacts should be performed periodically.
- It is important that the electrical contacts in your hi-fi system are kept mechanically sound and clean. A poor contact, especially at the first connection in the system between the cartridge and arm, will degrade the signal substantially. Checks on all contacts should be performed periodically.
- Most record cleaning devices do more harm than good. Linn suggest that you let the stylus remove any dirt which may be in the groove, then clean the stylus.
- Most record cleaning devices do more harm than good. Linn suggest that you let the stylus remove any dirt which may be in the groove, then clean the stylus.
***In you are in any doubt, please contact your Linn Retailer***
IMPORTANT - Sondek LP12 with Radikal:
With the accuracy of the new DC motor system there is no longer any benefit in leaving the motor running continuously (as many considered beneficial with the AC motor). We recommend that the turntable is switched off when not in use, as this will enhance the product lifetime and also consume less power.
TurntablesCartridgesAdikt Akiva Arkiv Arkiv B Asak & Asaka K5 K9 K18 Kandid Karma Klyde Krystal Trak Troika |
TonearmsEKOS EKOS SE Pro-ject 9cc AKITO BASIK ITTOK LVII
Phono PreAmplifiers
Motor power supplies
LP12 Baseboard
Cirkus upgrade
Keel
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