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THORENS TD 295 MK IV - User Manual

THORENS TD 295 MK IV
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TD 295 MK IV

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Summary

Safety Instructions

Cautionary Notes

To reduce risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.

Environmental Warnings

Do not expose the appliance to rain or moisture to prevent fire or shock hazard.

Graphical Symbols

Explanation of graphical symbols, including lightning flash and exclamation point.

Unpacking and Setup

Supplied Items Checklist

Check if all supplied items, including plinth, belt, platter, and accessories, are present.

Drive Belt and Platter Installation

Loop drive belt around sub-platter and motor pulley, then place the main platter.

Packaging for Transportation

Save the shipping box and packing material for potential future transportation.

Placement and Connections

Mains Adapter Connection

Connect the low-tension plug of the mains adapter to the rear socket of the record player.

RCA Connection to Amplifier

Connect RCA leads to the phono input jack of your amplifier, ensuring correct polarity.

DIN Socket Adapter

Use a special RCA to DIN adapter for amplifiers with a 5-pin DIN socket.

Ground Connection

Connect the ground lead between the record player and the amplifier's ground post (GND).

Tonearm and Pickup Cartridge

Tonearm and Cartridge Details

Details the pre-mounted Thorens TP 41 tonearm and Audio Technica AT-95E pickup cartridge.

Cartridge Wiring Guide

Guide for connecting color-coded litz wires to cartridge pins, including lettered alternatives.

Tracking Force Adjustment

Counterweight Attachment and Balancing

Attach the counterweight to the tonearm tube and balance it until total equilibrium is achieved.

Setting Tracking Force

Adjust tracking force by rotating the counterweight until the dial indicates the recommended value.

Anti-skating Force

Understanding Anti-skating

Explains skating force and how anti-skating force offsets it using an anti-skating weight.

Setting Anti-skating Force

Hook the anti-skating weight to the notched bar and select the notch based on tracking force.

Operation

Speed Selection and Start;Stop

Select platter speed (33/45 rpm) and use the Start/Stop button to begin playback.

Tonearm Movement and Descent

Lift the tonearm using the lift lever and position it above the record groove for playback.

Automatic Shut-off Feature

The turntable features an automatic shut-off mechanism when the stylus reaches the run-out groove.

Technical Specifications

Drive System and Motor Specifications

Details drive system, motor type, and available speeds (33/45 rpm).

Platter, Tonearm, and Anti-skating

Specifications for platter, tonearm, and anti-skating mechanism.

Automation and Electrical Specifications

Specifications for automation, switch-off control, and cable capacity.

Power Supply, Dimensions, and Weight

Details power supply, physical dimensions, and overall weight of the record player.

Customer Service

Contacting Support

Seek assistance from your Thorens dealer or distributor for questions or problems.

Product Registration

Register your product to receive up-to-date information and special offers via the website.

Summary

Safety Instructions

Cautionary Notes

To reduce risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.

Environmental Warnings

Do not expose the appliance to rain or moisture to prevent fire or shock hazard.

Graphical Symbols

Explanation of graphical symbols, including lightning flash and exclamation point.

Unpacking and Setup

Supplied Items Checklist

Check if all supplied items, including plinth, belt, platter, and accessories, are present.

Drive Belt and Platter Installation

Loop drive belt around sub-platter and motor pulley, then place the main platter.

Packaging for Transportation

Save the shipping box and packing material for potential future transportation.

Placement and Connections

Mains Adapter Connection

Connect the low-tension plug of the mains adapter to the rear socket of the record player.

RCA Connection to Amplifier

Connect RCA leads to the phono input jack of your amplifier, ensuring correct polarity.

DIN Socket Adapter

Use a special RCA to DIN adapter for amplifiers with a 5-pin DIN socket.

Ground Connection

Connect the ground lead between the record player and the amplifier's ground post (GND).

Tonearm and Pickup Cartridge

Tonearm and Cartridge Details

Details the pre-mounted Thorens TP 41 tonearm and Audio Technica AT-95E pickup cartridge.

Cartridge Wiring Guide

Guide for connecting color-coded litz wires to cartridge pins, including lettered alternatives.

Tracking Force Adjustment

Counterweight Attachment and Balancing

Attach the counterweight to the tonearm tube and balance it until total equilibrium is achieved.

Setting Tracking Force

Adjust tracking force by rotating the counterweight until the dial indicates the recommended value.

Anti-skating Force

Understanding Anti-skating

Explains skating force and how anti-skating force offsets it using an anti-skating weight.

Setting Anti-skating Force

Hook the anti-skating weight to the notched bar and select the notch based on tracking force.

Operation

Speed Selection and Start;Stop

Select platter speed (33/45 rpm) and use the Start/Stop button to begin playback.

Tonearm Movement and Descent

Lift the tonearm using the lift lever and position it above the record groove for playback.

Automatic Shut-off Feature

The turntable features an automatic shut-off mechanism when the stylus reaches the run-out groove.

Technical Specifications

Drive System and Motor Specifications

Details drive system, motor type, and available speeds (33/45 rpm).

Platter, Tonearm, and Anti-skating

Specifications for platter, tonearm, and anti-skating mechanism.

Automation and Electrical Specifications

Specifications for automation, switch-off control, and cable capacity.

Power Supply, Dimensions, and Weight

Details power supply, physical dimensions, and overall weight of the record player.

Customer Service

Contacting Support

Seek assistance from your Thorens dealer or distributor for questions or problems.

Product Registration

Register your product to receive up-to-date information and special offers via the website.

THORENS TD 295 MK IV Specifications

Drive and Operation IconDrive and Operation
operationsemi-automatic
drive systeminternal flat drive belt
motorelectronically controlled AC synchronous motor
speeds33-1/3, 45 rpm
speed selectelectronically
Platter and Tonearm IconPlatter and Tonearm
platter12” / 2.3 kg
tonearmTHORENS TP 41
pick-up cartridgeAT-95E
Power and Dimensions IconPower and Dimensions
power supplyexternal mains adaptor (115-230 V / 50-60 Hz depending on type)
dimensions430 x 145 x 365 mm (W x H x D)
weight8.5 kg

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