STANTON T.80 TURNTABLE
Direct Drive Digital Turntable w/ Stanton 500B cart. T.80B
With the new T-Series, Stanton has re-designed what a turntable should be from the inside out. All models feature a striking new industrial design with sleek curves, recessed buttons and a skip-proof straight tone arm—plus dual Start/Stop buttons for straight or battle mixing. A custom slipmat, removable target light and cloth dust cover are also standard. For DJs who demand the very best, we proudly present the new T-Series turntables.
The new T.80 is a hybrid turntable designed for DJs who want solid analog performance and today's digital features. Powered by a high-torque direct-drive motor, the T.80 also boasts digital Key Lock, enabling DJs to vary a song's tempo without changing the pitch! A S/PDIF digital output is also included, making the T.80 ideal for archiving vinyl to a computer or stand-alone CD recorder. There's even a 3.5mm Line input for connecting line-level sources like an iPod™! The T.80 comes standard with a Stanton 500B cartridge.The Stanton T.80 brings futuristic looks and the latest digital technology together in a world-class turntable with a powerful direct-drive motor. With Key Lock built-in, DJs can adjust the tempo of a record without affecting pitch, while a S/PDIF digital output makes the T.80 great for archiving vinyl, converting vinyl to CD, or for use with a digital DJ mixer.
• Pro-quality turntable with high-torque direct drive motor and unique design
• Straight tone arm for superior tracking when scratching
• Unique digital features like Key Lock (Master Tempo) and S/PDIF output
• 2 Start/Stop switches for mix or battle setup
• 3 playback speeds (33, 45, 78 RPM), plus Quartz Lock and target light
• Pitch control slider with selectable range (+ / - 8%, 12%)
• Includes Stanton 500B cartridge, slip mat and cloth dust cover
Tone Arm & Cartridge Settings
The major cause of problems in sound and skipping on the vinyl is the lack of proper set-up of the needle and turntable adjustments. The needle is designed to operate at a specific angle to the vinyl. The commonly used 'S-Arm' turntable has several adjustments to correctly position the needle to the vinyl.
1. The first adjustment is the correct installation of the cartridge. Your Stanton cartridge is to be mounted into the headshell as per the mounting instructions included with every cartridge. The 500, 680 and 890 series of cartridges require the use of the two screw mounting into the headshell. For your convenience, these products can be purchased already mounted and per-adjusted from your local Stanton dealer. If you are using these 1/2" mounted products with a headshell in a mobile application or you are doing heavy scratching, you might benefit by using the extra shell weight provided. Once you have installed your cartridge into the headshell. The Master series of products are designed with their own mounting that eliminates the need for a separate headshell and the wiring to the cartridge. The body of the cartridge should be parallel with the centerline of the headshell-tonearm, when viewed from the front to the back.
2. The second adjustment is at the installation of the cartridge-headshell assembly into the tonearm tube lock. Holding the tone arm tube in one hand, insert the cartridge-headshell into the tube lock with the other hand. Turn the lock ring clockwise (when viewed from the rear) until the headshell is locked tightly into the tonearm. Remove the needle protector from the cartridge and place the needle on a record. View the needle from the front and insure that the needle is perpendicular to the record surface. If some adjustment is needed, simply loosen the lock ring and rotate the cartridge-headshell until the needle is perpendicular to the record surface. Then re-tighten the lock ring. See fig. 1
3. The third adjustment is the needle (or stylus) pressure. Start with the cartridge-headshell assemble mounted into the tone arm. Remove any needle protectors provided. With the tone arm free, adjust the tone arm counterweight by rotating the rear section until the tone arm floats in a balanced condition above the record or mat.See fig. 2 and 3.
Do not allow the needle to drop onto the mat or the turntable platter during this adjustment. You might damage the needle tip. Now, carefully hold the tonearm in one hand while rotating the numbered ring on the front of the counterweight with the other hand to the "o" setting. Next, without touching the numbered ring, rotate the rear counterweight until the desired needle pressure reading is next to the line on top of the tonearm tube.See fig. 4.
4. The forth adjustment is the anti-skate adjustment. If you are using the turntable for playback or recording only, then set the anti-skate adjustment to the same number as the needle pressure setting. If you are using the turntable for back cueing, scratching or other record manipulation, then set the anti-skate setting to "0".See fig. 3.
5. The fifth and last adjustment is that of the tonearm height. This will set the tonearm pivot and needle relation with the vinyl. Unlock the tonearm base located in the base of the pivot assembly. Rotate the height adjust ring in the pivot base to read the correct setting for the height of the cartridge that you are using. Check the cartridge/arm height table for the correct setting. Be certain to re-lock the pivot base when adjustment is completed. See fig. 5.
The above are correct tone arm settings when using a Stanton cartridge on a standard 'S-Arm' turntable. Please make certain that the tone arm is balanced to float horizontal above the platter at "0" setting before dialing in the desired correct stylus pressure.
Note ://STR8 Series TT
Settings for Stanton STR8 series of Turntable
The Stanton STR8 series of turntables are designed specifically for the scratching DJ. Due to the special straight line tone arm, they do not have an antiskate control setting. They do not have a tone arm height adjustment. You do not have to make any settings for antiskate or tone arm height. Please follow all other instructions as below.
Manufacturer recommended settings for optimum performance with Stanton Cartridges:
500 series:
500.V3, 505.V3, 520.V3
"0" antiskate setting
"1" tone arm height setting without headshell weight;
"2" if using extra weight
2 to 5 grams stylus pressure setting.
600 series:
680.V3, 680E.V3
"0" antiskate setting
"4" tone arm height setting without headshell weight;
"5" if using extra weight
2 to 5 grams stylus pressure setting.
890 FS
"0" antiskate setting
"4" tone arm height setting without headshell weight;
"5" if using extra weight
2 to 5 grams tonearm weight for SA
1 to 3 grams tonearm weight for RM
Master series:
Groovemaster.V3
"0" on the antiskate
"0" on the tonearm height adjustment
2 to 5 grams on the stylus pressure adjustment
Trackmaster.V3
"0" on the antiskate "0" on the tonearm height adjustment 4 to 5 grams on the stylus pressure adjustment
STANTON WARRANTY INFORMATION:
To initiate a warranty repair, you must contact Stanton directly at www.stantondj.com
Stanton assumes no risk and shall be subject to no liability for damages or loss resulting from the specific use or application made of the merchandise. Stanton's liability for any claim, whether based on breach of contract, negligence, infringement of any rights of any party, or product liability, and relating to the merchandise shall not exceed the price received by Stanton from your purchase of such merchandise. In no event will Stanton be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damages (including loss of use, loss of profit and claims of third parties) however caused, whether by the negligence of Stanton or otherwise. To the extent permitted by law and except as otherwise provided above, Stanton disclaims any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Please register your product online at www.stantondj.com or mail your completed warranty card to:
Stanton Magnetics, Inc, 3000 SW 42 St. Hollywood, Florida 33312.
To request a Return Authorization/Repair:
Email: returns @ stantongroup.ws
Fax: 954.316.1590
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