FULL MANUAL

DIRECT DRIVE TURNTABLE

STR8-30

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NAME OF PARTS

1) Hinge For Dust Cover 2) Strobe Dots 3) Slip Mat 4) Center Spindle 5) Power Switch 6) Start/Stop Button 7) 33 Button 8) 45 Button 9) Headshell 10) Pitch Control Slider 11) Tonearm 12) Arm Rest 13) Counterweight 14) Position For Preparing Cartridge

BEFORE USE

*Check following parts included in the package with the main unit: 1) Turntable platter 2) Slip mat 3) Dust cover 4) 45-rpm adaptor 5) Counterweight 6) Headshell 7) Operating instructions 8) RCA Cables with ground wire *Notes: 1) Do not connect the AC power plug before assembly has been completed. 2) Before you turn on the power, verify the voltage setting is correct for your country. 3) Read this manual carefully before using the unit and be sure to store the manual in a safe place for future reference.

ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the main unit with the packing from the box and take off the packing. 2. Insert the turntable platter onto the center spindle. 3. Set the slip mat on the platter. 4. Installation of cartridge: When installing a cartridge, refer to the operating instructions of that cartridge. During installation, attach the stylus protector to guard the stylus tip from damage. (1) Connect the lead wires to the cartridge terminals. The terminals of most cartridges are color coded. Connect each lead wire to the terminal of the same color. White (L+). Left channel+ Blue (L-). Left channelRed (R+). Right channel+ Green (R-). Right channel(2) Install the cartridge to the headshell and tighten it with screws provided with the cartridge. 5. Insert the headshell into the front end of the tonearm, then turn the lock nut clockwise with the headshell firmly held horizontally. 6. Slide counterweight onto tonearm. Twist it lightly and it will screw onto the rear shaft 7. of the tonearm. Adjustment of horizontal zero (0) balance and stylus pressure: (a) Remove the stylus protector, do not touch the stylus tip during the adjustment. (d) Release the arm clamp and lift the tonearm from the arm rest to free it. (c) Rotate the counterweight until the tonearm is approximately balanced horizontally (floats freely). (d) Refasten the tonearm with the arm clamp. (e) Hold the counterweight stationary with one hand and rotate only the stylus-pressure ring to bring the number "0" of the ring into alignment with the center line on the tonearm rear shaft. (f) Rotate the counterweight clockwise until the scale shows the value corresponding to the pressure of the used stylus. The average stylus pressure of the cartridge body is 1.5-2 g. If you use a non-Stanton cartridge, please follow that manufacturers instructions. Install the dust cover to the main unit.

PLACEMENT

Do not place the unit in a location where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating appliance. Do not place the unit in a location where there is high humidity or a lot of dust. Cartridge may pick up slight sound pressures or vibrations from the speakers coming along the floor or through the air resulting in feedback. Find a location which is very stable and vibration free. The legs have functions for adjusting the height of the unit itself. Adjust the legs to stabilize the main body horizontally.

CONNECTIONS

1. Connect the power cord to the auxiliary power outlet on the rear panel of your amplifier or receiver or to a household AC outlet. 2. Connect the unit output terminals to the PHONO jack of your amplifier or receiver. Output terminals Amplifier(Receiver) L (White) >> L Channel R (Red) >> R Channel GND (Spade) >> GND NOTE: Be sure to connect the ground terminal firmly to the amplifier or receiver. If this connection is not made or is loose, a power source "HUM" will result.

OPERATION

1. Rotate the power dial clockwise to turn on the power, the speed indicator and the strobeilluminator will light up. 2. Place a record on the slip mat, when playing a 45rpm record with a large center hole, place the 45-rpm adaptor on the center spindle. 3. Set the speed to match the record. 4. Remove the stylus protector, release the arm clamp. 5. Press the Start/Stop button, the turntable platter will start to rotate. 6. Move the tonearm over the desired groove. 7. When play is finished, move the tonearm to the arm rest, secure the tonearm with the arm clamp. 8. Press the Start/Stop button to stop the platter rotating, push the power button to turn off the power.

MAINTENANCE

For best results & proper care of your equipment use Stanton Vinyl Cleaner (VC-1) for your records and Stylus Cleaner Kit for styli (SC-4). Clean the stylus periodically with a soft brush to prevent the accumulation of dust. When the sound becomes distorted or noisy, check the stylus. If worn out, replace it with a new one. From time to time, the dust cover and turntable cabinet should be wiped with a soft and dry cloth. Any volatile materials such as alcohol, thinner, benzine, etc., may remove the paint or damage the lustre, please avoid.

SPECIFICATIONS

*General Power supply.AC 115/230V~, 50/60Hz Power consumption..9 Watts Dimension(WxDxH).450 x 350 x 140 mm Weight...4.6 Kgs For improvement purposes, specifications and design may be changed without notice.

502-STR830-1213

STR8-150

DIGITAL TURNTABLE

OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire of electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases. Shall be placed on the apparatus. 6. Carts and Stands The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8. Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer the operating instructions.
10. Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternation-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 11. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the cord in correspondence of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 12. Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Clean by wiping with a cloth slightly damp with water. Avoid getting water inside the appliance. 13. For AC line powered units Before returning repaired unit to user, use an ohm-meter to measure from both AC plug blades to all exposed metallic parts. The resistance should be more than 100,000 ohms. 14. Non-use Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 15. Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 16. Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 17. Servicing The user should not attempt any service to the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 18. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to. 19. Attachments do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 20. Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

21. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 22. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 23. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
24. Ensure a minimum distance of 5cm around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation. 25. Ensure that the ventilation is not impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers. Table-cloths, curtains, etc. 26. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles the apparatus. 27. Use the apparatus only in moderate climates (not in tropical climates)

CAUTION

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance.
CAUTION To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is Subject to the following two conditions (1) This device may not Cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any Interference received. Including interference that may cause Undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Unauthorized modification of this unit may cause it to no longer comply with FCC regulations and void your authority to use this device. Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigencies du Rsur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

PART NAMES & FUNCTIONS
playback, gently place the stylus on the record using the headshell finger support. Do not drop the stylus onto the record as it may cause damage to the diamond tip and to the record.
14) PITCH ON/OFF The ON setting will allow use of the pitch adjust. When set of OFF, the pitch control will be locked at 0%. 15) TONE ARM BASE The tone arm base includes the height adjustment and tone arm rest. See tone arm and cartridge settings for proper adjustments. 16) POWER SWITCH This switch turns the power on or off, including the motor and audio signal. 17) COUNTERWEIGHT Use this to balance the tone arm and to adjust the stylus pressure. See tone arm and cartridge settings for proper adjustments. 18) LINE OUT L & R This is the standard analog output (RCA jacks) which can be connected either to a phono or line input on any DJ mixer, depending on the setting of the phono / line selector. Note: Key lock processing is only available when the LINE output is used. 19) PHONO/LINE SWITCH Note: Key lock and digital output processing is only available when the LINE output is used. 20) DIGITAL OUT Use this output to connect your STR8-150 to any SPDIF in equipped digital device such as a CD-R or Computer. 21) POWER CORD CONNECTOR Used to connect the included power cord.
1) START/STOP Press this button to start or stop the platter. 2) STROBE DOTS The dots around the edge of the platter are used in conjunction with the light located inside the motor ON/OFF switch. While the platter is in rotation, the dots help to indicate the speed of rotation. The speed is lower than the displayed speed (33,45,78) when the dots are flowing to the right. It is higher than the displayed speed (33,45,78) when the dots are flowing to the left. When the strobe is stopped, the platter is rotating at the displayed speed. 3) MOTOR ON/OFF SWITCH As opposed to fully analog turntables, this is not the power switch. This switch only turns on or off the motor. Rotate clockwise to turn on the motor. The platter will not start spinning until the start/stop button has been pressed. Rotate counter-clockwise during playback (off position) for a slow winding down effect. 4) PLATTER REVOLUTION SPEEDS (rpm) 33 rpm - Press rpm - Press rpm - Press 33 and 45 buttons simultaneously. To return to 33 or 45-rpm play mode, just press the desired button. 5) TARGET LIGHT Insert target light to the deck and it will light up.
6) START The Start time is adjustable from 0.2~6 sec. 7) BRAKE The Brake time is adjustable from 0.2~6 sec. 8) REVERSE This button is used to reverse the direction of the platter rotation. 9) KEY LOCK Press to enable key lock. When key lock is on, the pitch slider will only affect the speed of the platter. The key (tone) will remain at 0% Note: Key lock processing is only available when the LINE output is used. 10) PITCH SELECT Press the button to switch between +/-8%, +/-25%, or +/-50% pitch range. 11) HEADSHELL LOCKING NUT Attach the headshell by inserting into the front end of the tone arm. Turn the locking nut clockwise with the head shell firmly held horizontally. 12) PITCH SLIDER The pitch slider is used to speed up or slow down the turntable platter. 13) TONE ARM This is a fully manual tone arm. To start

SPECIFICATIONS

TURNTABLE SECTION Starting Torque: More than 4.5kgf.com Motor: 16pole, 3phase, brushless DC motor Platter: 332mm dia. Aluminum diecast Pitch: +/-8%,+/-25%,+/-50% Brake: Electronic brake TONE ARM SECTION Tone arm type Effective Arm Length Tracking Force Adjust Range Applicable Cartridge Weight Frequency Response Channel Separation Channel Balance Wow & Flutter: S/N ratio: Needle Pressure range GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Weight: Power supply:
Static balanced straight shaped tone arm with cardans suspension 194mm 0-3g 13-18g 20 - 20 KHz More than 15 dB Within 2.5dB at 1 KHz Less than 0.1% WRMS (JIS WTD) with 33 1/3rpm More than 60dB (DIN-B) 2-5g

Power consumption:

450(W) x 353 (D) x 146 (H)mm 16.4Kg AC 100V, 50Hz (For Japan) AC 110V, 60Hz (For Taiwan) AC 120V, 60Hz (For U.S.A.,Canada) AC 127V, 60Hz (For Mexico) AC 220V, 50Hz (For United Arab Emirates,Chile,Aegentina) AC 220V, 60Hz (For Philippines) AC 230V, 50Hz (For Europe,U.K.,New Zealand,South Africa,Singapore,Israel) AC 240V, 50Hz (For Australia) 14W
Stanton Magnetics, Inc. Warranty Provision Returns for Repairs or Replacement WARRANTY
Through Stantons authorized dealers around the World, Stanton, or one of Stantons authorized distributors outside the U.S., will, without charge, repair or replace, at the sole discretion of the entity responsible for making the repair or providing the replacement, any Stanton merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year (three (3) years for C.D. players) following the date of original purchase. Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below: The warranty for mechanical parts which are subject to wear and tear are limited to the earlier to occur of thirty (30) days following the date of original purchase or the following number of cycles: Faders - 15,000; Rotary potentiometers - 10,000; and Switches - 10,000. Stanton will warrant all replacement parts and repairs for ninety (90) days from the date of original shipment. Repairs made necessary by reason of misuse, alteration, normal wear, or accident are not covered under this warranty.

RETURNS

Authorized Stanton dealers are only authorized to sell and distribute merchandise within a specific country. All goods requiring warranty repair or replacement must be returned (freight prepaid if not hand-delivered) to the authorized Stanton dealer from whom the merchandise was purchased and in the same country where the merchandise was purchased. For purposes of purchases made via the Internet, the merchandise must be returned to the authorized Stanton dealer in the country where the authorized Stanton dealer which sold the merchandise to purchaser is located and not the authorized Stanton dealer in the country where the purchaser is located or the country in which the merchandise was received. Any returns to a non-authorized dealer or to an authorized Stanton dealer not in the same country as the merchandise was intended to be sold or as set forth above will void this warranty. To initiate a warranty repair, you must contact the authorized Stanton dealer from whom you purchased the merchandise, and follow such authorized Stanton dealers return policy. Stanton assumes no risk and shall be subject to no liability for damages or loss resulting from the specific use or application made of the merchandise. Stanton's liability for any claim, whether based on breach of contract, negligence, infringement of any rights of any party, or product liability, and relating to the merchandise shall not exceed the price received by Stanton from your purchase of such merchandise. In no event will Stanton be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damages (including loss of use, loss of profit and claims of third parties) however caused, whether by the negligence of Stanton or otherwise. To the extent permitted by law and except as otherwise provided above, Stanton disclaims any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The above warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may also have additional rights, which are subject to variation from state to state and country to country. If there is a dispute regarding the warranty of merchandise that does not fall under the warranty conditions stated above, please include a written explanation with the merchandise when returned pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth herein. Please register your product online at www.stantondj.com or mail your completed warranty card to: Stanton Magnetics, Inc, 3000 SW 42 St. Hollywood, Florida 33312.

Ground lift Operation

Due to the variety of power sources available to the DJ, Stanton has included a ground lift switch to be used on the ST- 150/STR8-150 turntables. This will allow the DJ to have the capability of changing the grounding scheme of the phono cartridge to avoid ground hum that may occur when using the turntable. The ST150/STR8-150 Turntable has been designed to operate with third pin safety ground, and should always be used when available. N E V E R R E M O V E T H I R D P I N GROUND FROM THE POWER CORD PROVIDED, IF NECESSARY, USE THE APPROPRIATE ADAPTER FOR PLUGGING INTO OUTLETS WHICH DO NOT PROVIDE THIRD PIN GROUND TERMINALS. For best operation of the ground lift, the following rules should be applied W h e n t h i r d p i n s a f e t y g r o u n d i s u s e d , set the ground lift switch to the lift position. This position will isolate the cartridge ground from connection to earth ground. When third pin safety ground is unavailable, set the ground lift switch to the connected position. This will place the cartridge ground in connection with the chassis ground, but since third pin grounding is not used, the cartridge ground will not be in connection with earth.
STANTON WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
If you have internet access, please register your product at www.stantondj.com. Otherwise, return this card completely filled out in order to validate your warranty.
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