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Ortofon RS-212 - User Manual

Ortofon RS-212
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ORTOFON
12-INCH
PROFESSIONAL
TONEARM
MODEL
RS-212
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Summary

Ortofon RS-212 Professional Tonearm Overview

Ortofon RS-212 Technical Data

Tonearm Dimensions

Details physical dimensions of the Ortofon RS-212 tonearm.

Tonearm Specifications

Provides key technical specs: effective length, tracking angle, etc.

Tonearm and Cartridge Weights

Lists the weights for the cartridge and the pickup arm itself.

Section 1: Hardware Package Contents

Hardware for Tonearm Installation

Lists screws, washers, and nuts for mounting the tonearm.

Hardware for Cartridge Mounting

Lists screws, spacers, and plates for installing a cartridge.

Tonearm Installation Procedure

Tonearm Base Mounting Hardware

Securing the Tonearm Base

Arm Rest and Final Tonearm Securing

Arm Rest Height Installation

Audio Cables and Grounding

Cartridge Installation Readiness

Caution: Magnetic Platters

Section 2: Cartridge Mounting Instructions

General Cartridge Mounting Procedure

Outlines steps to achieve correct plug-in-shell weight for zero balance.

Ortofon S 15;T Cartridge Mounting

Specific instructions for mounting the Ortofon S 15/T cartridge.

Ortofon SPU;T & SPE;T Mounting

Specific instructions for mounting SPU/T and SPE/T cartridges.

Cartridge Wiring Color Code & Terminals

Section 3: Mounting Other Cartridges

Shell and Cartridge Preparation Steps

Details placing the shell, holding the cartridge, and aligning mounting holes.

Securing Cartridge and Shell in Tonearm

Covers inserting screws, securing the shell, and initial balancing checks.

Using Lead Weight for Balance

Finalizing Cartridge & Stylus Settings

Final Cartridge Installation Steps

Section 4: Tonearm Recalibration

Counterbalance Adjustment Ranges

Details the ranges for counterbalance adjustments with and without the counterweight insert.

Section 5: Stylus Force & Anti-Skating Adjustments

Stylus Pressure Adjustment Method

Explains how to apply and adjust stylus pressure using the counterweight knob.

Anti-Skating Adjustment Principles

Details how anti-skating force is applied and its relation to stylus pressure.

Ortofon RS-212 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective Length212 mm
MaterialAluminum
Stylus Pressure Range0-3 g
Armtube MaterialAluminum
Anti-skatingMagnetic

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