Pro-Ject Audio Systems X8 - Useful Tips; Maintenance and Cleaning; Technical Specifications

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12. USEFUL TIPS
The lid is not only a dust cover but also a resonant structure likely to be excited by and to pass into the
plinth the acoustic energy emanating from your loudspeakers during replay. Therefore, it is
recommended to remove the lid for achieving a better sound quality. The record player should be
positioned on a low-resonance surface, like wood or multiple layer ply board to avoid structural
vibrations disturbing replay.
13. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Your record player requires little or no regular maintenance. Remove dust with a slightly moistened
antistatic cloth. Never use a dry cloth because this will create static electricity which attracts even more
dust! Antistatic cleaning fluids are available at specialized stores but must be applied sparingly to avoid
damage to rubber parts. It is recommended to fit the needle cover before cleaning or maintenance to avoid
damage.
If the player is not used over a long period of time, the drive belt should be removed to prevent unequal
stretching.
Always disconnect the record player from the mains power supply as a precaution before
maintenance!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Pro-Ject X8 / Pro-Ject 9cc Evolution
Nominal speeds 33/45/78 r.p.m.
Speed variance 33: ±0.11 % 45: ±0.09 %
Wow and flutter 33: ±0.11 % 45: ±0.10 %
Signal to noise -73dB
Effective tonearm mass 8.5g
Effective tonearm length 9 " (230mm)
Overhang 18mm
Power consumption 5W/ 0.3W standby mode
Outboard power supply 15V/ 0.8 A DC, universal power supply
Dimensions (W x H x D) 465 x 150 x 350mm, dust cover open 465 x 415 x 420mm
Weight 15 kg
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