Replacing a cartridge Refer to the user manual for the cartridge that you will be using if you are replacing the
cartridge included with this product with another, commercially available cartridge. After you replace the old
cartridge with a new one, you must readjust the overhang and the tonearm’s balance and tracking force.
1. Release the headshell from the tonearm.
Use the clamp to secure the tonearm and then remove the headshell gently.
2. Remove the stylus from the cartridge.
Refer to “Removing the stylus” on p. 9.
3. Remove the lead tips.
Be careful not to damage the lead tips.
4. Using a commercially sold, non-metallic slotted screwdriver, remove the installation screws, and then remove
the cartridge from the headshell.
5. Refer to the user manual for the new cartridge for mounting instructions and connecting to the lead tips.
6. Using a commercially sold, non-metallic slotted screwdriver, tighten the screws in both places, and then adjust
the overhang.
Refer to “Adjusting the overhang” on p. 11.
After the adjustments are complete, tighten the screws securely.
7. Attach the headshell to the tone arm.
8. Adjust the tonearm’s height.
Refer to “Adjusting the tonearm’s height” while doing the adjustments.
9. Adjust the tonearm balance and tracking force.
Refer to “Tonearm balance and tracking force” from p. 6.
Replacing the belt
The belt is a consumable part. Replace the belt if the speed of playback slows down or irregular rotation