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VPI HW-40 User Manual

VPI HW-40
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VPI HW-40
Turntable Manual
Setup and Instruction Manual
VPI Industries, Inc., 77 Cliffwood Ave. #5D, Cliffwood, NJ 07721
http://www.vpiindustries.com
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VPI HW-40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVPI
ModelHW-40
CategoryTurntable
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

Electrical Hazard and Injury Prevention

Instructions to reduce risk of electrical shock, hazard, and injury during operation.

Minimum Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the HW-40 turntable.

Unpacking and Setup

Unpacking the Box

Guidance on carefully opening packaging and removing components to avoid damage.

Setting up the HW-40 Turntable

Steps for connecting power, turning on the unit, and starting the platter rotation.

Tonearm and Cartridge Installation

Installing Your Tonearm and Counterweight

Procedure for attaching the counterweight to the pre-installed tonearm.

Aligning the Cartridge

Detailed steps for aligning the cartridge using the provided jig for optimal playback.

Operational Adjustments

Setting Tracking Force and Tonearm Height

Guidance on adjusting tracking force and tonearm height using a gauge.

Setting the Anti-Skating

Explanation of anti-skate mechanisms and their necessity for playback.

General Use and Break-in

Recommendations for initial use, break-in period, and system hum elimination.

Possible Problems and Solutions

Noise in the System

Troubleshooting steps for system hum or buzz, emphasizing proper grounding.

Pop on Motor Turn On/Off

Resolving pops when the motor is switched on or off, possibly due to EMF.

Distortion in Left/Right Channel

Diagnosing distortion issues in either channel, often related to anti-skate settings.

Noise at Startup

Addressing screeching startup sounds by powdering the drive belt with talc.

Sibilance and Distortion

Troubleshooting sibilance and distortion by checking azimuth, tracking force, and temperature.

VPI Industries Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Limitations

Details the five-year warranty against defects and its specific exclusions.

Product Registration

Information on how to register the product online for warranty purposes.

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