U-Turn Audio 400BKALMRSOR5

U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus (Gen 2) Turntable Instruction Manual

Model: 400BKALMRSOR5 | Brand: U-Turn Audio

Уводзіны

The U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus (Gen 2) Turntable is designed to provide high-fidelity audio playback for your vinyl collection. Featuring an OA3 precision gimbal tonearm, a grooved acrylic platter, and an external belt drive, this turntable delivers accurate tracking, consistent speed, and detailed sound. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your turntable.

U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus (Gen 2) Turntable in Black

Figure 1: U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus (Gen 2) Turntable, Black No Preamp.

Змест пакета

Перад пачаткам пераканайцеся, што ўсе кампаненты наяўныя:

  • Orbit Plus Turntable
  • Адаптар пераменнага току
  • Кабелі RCA
  • Пылаахоўны чахол
  • Фетравы мат

Кіраўніцтва па ўстаноўцы

Follow these steps to set up your Orbit Plus turntable:

  1. Размяшчэнне: Place the turntable on a stable, level surface away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and vibrations.
  2. Усталёўка талеркі: Carefully place the grooved acrylic platter onto the spindle.
  3. Ўстаноўка рамяня: The external belt drive uses a seamless silicone belt. Gently stretch the belt around the motor pulley and the outer rim of the platter. Ensure it is seated correctly.
  4. Tonearm Setup:
    • The OA3 precision gimbal tonearm features a one-piece magnesium armtube.
    • Install the Ortofon OM5E cartridge onto the tonearm if not pre-installed.
    • Adjust the counterweight at the rear of the tonearm to achieve the recommended tracking force for your cartridge. Refer to the cartridge manufacturer's specifications for precise settings.
    • The tonearm includes internal anti-skate, which is pre-calibrated for optimal performance.
    Close-up of U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus tonearm

    Figure 2: OA3 Precision Gimbal Tonearm with Ortofon OM5E Cartridge.

  5. Падключэнне да аўдыёсістэмы:

    This turntable requires an external turntable preamp або ан amplifier with dedicated phono inputs. Connect the RCA cables from the turntable's output to the appropriate input on your preamp or amplifier. Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal on your audio equipment to minimize hum.

  6. Падключэнне сілкавання: Connect the AC adapter to the turntable and then to a power outlet.
  7. Пылаахоўны чахол: Place the dust cover over the turntable to protect it when not in use.
Person assembling a U-Turn Audio turntable, highlighting its hand-assembled nature

Figure 3: U-Turn Audio turntables are Hand Assembled in the USA.

Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі

Operating your Orbit Plus turntable is straightforward:

  1. Уключэнне/выключэнне харчавання: Use the power switch located on the front left of the turntable to turn the unit on or off.
    Close-up of the power switch and U-Turn logo on the turntable

    Figure 4: Power switch and U-Turn logo.

  2. Selecting Playback Speed: The Orbit Plus features manual speed control. To change between 33 ⅕ RPM and 45 RPM, you must manually move the silicone belt between the two grooves on the motor pulley.
    Зверху ўніз view of the turntable platter and belt drive

    Figure 5: Grooved acrylic platter and external belt drive for speed selection.

  3. Прайграванне запісу:
    • Place your vinyl record onto the platter.
    • Carefully lift the tonearm using the tonearm lift lever (if present, or manually if not).
    • Position the stylus over the lead-in groove of the record.
    • Gently lower the tonearm onto the record. The music will begin to play.
  4. Спыненне прайгравання:
    • Lift the tonearm from the record.
    • Return the tonearm to its rest.
    • Turn off the turntable using the power switch.
U-Turn Audio turntable with a record playing, indicating it's ready for use

Figure 6: Ready to Play Out of the Box.

Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your turntable:

  • Пылаахоўны чахол: Always keep the dust cover closed when the turntable is not in use to prevent dust accumulation on the platter and stylus.
  • Уборка:
    • Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to clean the turntable's chassis and dust cover.
    • For the acrylic platter, use a specialized acrylic cleaner and a soft cloth to avoid scratches.
    • Regularly clean your records with a record brush to remove dust and static before playback.
    • Use a dedicated stylus brush to gently clean the stylus, brushing from back to front.
  • Сыход за поясам: Inspect the silicone belt periodically for any signs of wear or stretching. Replace if necessary to maintain accurate speed.

Ліквідацыю непаладак

If you encounter issues with your turntable, refer to the following common solutions:

праблемаМагчымая прычынаРашэнне
Няма гуку або нізкая гучнасць
  • Няправільны ўвод выбраны для ampпадсілкавальнік/папярэдamp.
  • Turntable not connected to a phono input or external preamp.
  • Cables not securely connected.
  • Ensure correct input (e.g., "Phono") is selected.
  • Connect to a phono input or use an external phono preamp.
  • Check all RCA and ground cable connections.
Distorted Sound / Skipping
  • Dust/debris on record or stylus.
  • Incorrect tracking force.
  • Паваротны стол нераўнамерны.
  • Clean record and stylus.
  • Re-adjust tonearm counterweight.
  • Пераканайцеся, што паваротны стол знаходзіцца на роўнай паверхні.
Няправільная хуткасць прайгравання
  • Belt not correctly positioned for desired RPM.
  • Зношаны або расцягнуты пояс.
  • Manually adjust belt position on motor pulley.
  • Replace the silicone belt.
Гудзенне
  • Зазямляльны провад не падключаны.
  • Перашкоды ад іншай электронікі.
  • Пераканайцеся, што зазямляльны провад надзейна падключаны як да прайгравальніка, так і да ampпадсілкавальнік/папярэдamp.
  • Перасуньце прайгравальнік далей ад іншых электронных прылад.

Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

АсаблівасцьДэталь
Памеры прадукту12.5 х 16.75 х 4.25 цалі
Вага прадмета15.23 фунта
Нумар мадэлі400BKALMRSOR5
МаркаРазваротны аўдыёзапіс
Тэхналогія падлучэнняПравадная
Уключаныя кампанентыAC Adapter, Dust Cover, Felt Mat, Orbit Plus, RCA Cables
МатэрыялAcrylic, Magnesium, Wood
стыльNo Preamp
КолерЧорны
Сумяшчальныя прыладыHeadphone (requires appropriate preamp/adapter)
Тып рухавікаРухавік пераменнага току
Фармат сігналуАналаг
Крыніца харчаванняПравадная электрычная

Гарантыя і падтрымка

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the official U-Turn Audio website or contact their customer service directly. Extended protection plans may be available for purchase to provide additional coverage beyond the standard manufacturer's warranty.

  • Планы абароны: Options such as 2-Year and 3-Year Protection Plans are available.
  • Інтэрнэт-падтрымка: Наведайце ст U-Turn Audio Store on Amazon для атрымання дадатковай інфармацыі і рэсурсаў.

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