Altec Lansing ALT-500

Altec Lansing ALT-500 Classic Turn Bluetooth Turntable User Manual

Model: ALT-500

Уводзіны

This manual provides essential instructions for the setup, operation, and maintenance of your Altec Lansing ALT-500 Classic Turn Bluetooth Turntable. Please read this guide thoroughly before using the product to ensure proper function and longevity.

Змест пакета

  • Altec Lansing ALT-500 Turntable Unit
  • Пылаахоўны чахол
  • Stylus Cartridge (pre-installed)
  • Адаптар сілкавання пастаяннага току 12 В
  • Перахаднік на 45 абаротаў у хвіліну
  • Кіраўніцтва карыстальніка

Настройка

1. Распакаванне і размяшчэнне

Carefully remove all components from the packaging. Place the turntable on a stable, level surface away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive dust or vibrations. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit.

2. Усталёўка пылаахоўнага чахла

Align the hinges of the dust cover with the hinge mounts on the rear of the turntable unit. Gently push down until the cover is securely in place. The dust cover protects the platter and stylus when not in use.

Altec Lansing ALT-500 Turntable with dust cover open

Image: The ALT-500 turntable with its clear protective dust cover in the open position, ready for use.

3. Stylus Protection Removal

Before first use, carefully remove the clear plastic stylus protector from the cartridge. Handle the tonearm gently to avoid damaging the stylus.

4. Падключэнне сілкавання

Connect the DC 12V power adapter to the 'DC IN' jack on the rear of the turntable. Plug the adapter into a standard wall outlet. The power indicator light will illuminate when connected.

Тыл view of Altec Lansing ALT-500 Turntable showing DC IN and RCA OUT ports

Image: Rear panel of the ALT-500 turntable, highlighting the DC 12V power input and L/R RCA audio output jacks.

Кіраванне круцёлкай

1. Уключэнне / выключэнне харчавання

Locate the power switch, typically on the rear or side of the unit. Flip it to the 'ON' position to power on the turntable. Flip to 'OFF' when not in use.

2. Прайграванне запісу

  1. Place a record on the platter. If playing a 45 RPM single, place the 45 RPM adapter over the spindle first.
  2. Выберыце адпаведную хуткасць (33, 45 або 78 абаротаў у хвіліну) з дапамогай перамыкача хуткасці.
  3. Unlock the tonearm clip.
  4. Lift the cueing lever to raise the tonearm.
  5. Уручную размясціце тонарм над патрэбнай пачатковай канаўкай пласцінкі.
  6. Gently lower the cueing lever to allow the stylus to descend onto the record. The platter will begin to spin automatically.
  7. Adjust the volume using the volume knob on the unit.
Close-up of Altec Lansing ALT-500 Turntable platter and controls

Выява: Падрабязны view of the ALT-500 turntable's platter, tonearm rest, and speed/auto-stop selector switches.

Close-up of stylus on a record on Altec Lansing ALT-500 Turntable

Image: A close-up shot of the turntable's stylus cartridge resting on the grooves of a vinyl record.

3. Auto-Stop Feature

The ALT-500 features an auto-stop function that automatically stops the platter from spinning once the record has finished playing. This feature can typically be toggled ON/OFF via a switch near the platter.

4. Спыненне прайгравання

To stop playback, lift the cueing lever to raise the tonearm, then manually return the tonearm to its rest and secure it with the clip. Turn off the unit when finished.

Злучэнне Bluetooth

1. Connecting to an External Bluetooth Speaker

The ALT-500 can transmit audio wirelessly to an external Bluetooth speaker or headphones.

  1. Ensure your external Bluetooth device is in pairing mode.
  2. Activate the Bluetooth function on the ALT-500 (refer to the unit's controls for the Bluetooth pairing button/switch). The Bluetooth indicator will flash.
  3. The turntable will search for and connect to the nearest available Bluetooth device. Once connected, the indicator will become solid.
  4. Audio from the record will now play through your external Bluetooth speaker.

2. Streaming Music to the Turntable (Bluetooth Input)

You can also stream music from your smartphone or other Bluetooth-enabled device to the ALT-500's built-in speakers.

  1. Ensure the turntable is powered on and in Bluetooth receiving mode (the Bluetooth indicator may flash or be solid, depending on the mode).
  2. On your smartphone or device, go to Bluetooth settings and search for 'ALT-500' or a similar name.
  3. Select the turntable to pair. Once connected, you can play audio from your device through the turntable's speakers.

External Audio Connections

The ALT-500 is equipped with L/R RCA output jacks on the rear panel, allowing you to connect the turntable to an external amplifier or home stereo system for enhanced sound.

  • Connect an RCA cable (not included) from the 'OUT' jacks on the turntable to the 'AUX IN' or 'LINE IN' inputs on your ampLifier або прыёмнік.
  • Важна: Do not connect to a 'PHONO IN' input, as this turntable has a built-in pre-amplifier and connecting to a phono input could result in distorted sound.
Тыл view of Altec Lansing ALT-500 Turntable showing DC IN and RCA OUT ports

Image: Rear panel of the ALT-500 turntable, showing the DC 12V power input and the L/R RCA audio output jacks for connecting to external audio systems.

Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

1. Чыстка стылуса

A clean stylus ensures optimal sound quality and extends the life of your records. Use a soft brush designed for stylus cleaning, brushing gently from back to front. Avoid touching the stylus with your fingers.

2. Ачыстка прылады

Wipe the turntable's exterior with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes, or solvents. Ensure the unit is powered off and unplugged before cleaning.

3. Сыход за пылаахоўным чахлом

Прачысціце пылаахоўную накладку мяккай губкайamp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals that could scratch or cloud the plastic.

Ліквідацыю непаладак

праблема Магчымая прычына Рашэнне
Няма ўлады Адаптар сілкавання не падключаны; разетка неактыўная. Пераканайцеся, што адаптар сілкавання надзейна падключаны да прайгравальніка і да спраўнай разеткі.
Няма гуку з убудаваных дынамікаў Volume too low; Bluetooth connected to external device. Increase volume. Disconnect from external Bluetooth device if you want sound from built-in speakers.
Прапуск падчас прайгравання Dirty record; dirty or worn stylus; turntable not level; excessive vibration. Clean record. Clean stylus. Ensure turntable is on a stable, level surface. Avoid placing near speakers or vibrating objects.
Праблемы спалучэння Bluetooth Device too far; pairing mode not active; interference. Ensure devices are within range. Activate pairing mode on both devices. Turn off other Bluetooth devices to reduce interference.
Distorted sound via RCA output Connected to PHONO input on ampзадымнік. Connect to AUX IN or LINE IN inputs on your amplifier, not PHONO.

Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

  • Нумар мадэлі: ALT-500
  • Памеры прадукту: 12.95 х 12.32 х 4.41 цалі
  • Вага прадмета: 7.27 фунта
  • Марка: Альтэк Лансінг
  • матэрыял: Пластыкавыя
  • колер: Белы
  • Сумяшчальныя прылады: Smartphone, Speaker, Tablet
  • Тып рухавіка: Рухавік пераменнага току
  • Крыніца харчавання: Электрычны шнур (DC 12V)
  • Хуткасці: 33 1/3, 45, 78 абаротаў у хвіліну
  • Падключэнне: Bluetooth, L/R RCA Output
  • Асаблівасці: Built-in Stereo Speakers, Dust Cover, Auto Stop

Гарантыя і падтрымка

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Altec Lansing webсайт. Захоўвайце пацвярджэнне пакупкі для прэтэнзій па гарантыі.

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