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1. visual inspection Place the tonearm 9 in the middle of a non spinning record and look to see that the stylus is perpendicular to the record groove If it is off to one side or the other you will need to adjust the azimuth To adjust azimuth simply loosen the setscrew located on the top of the tonearm 9 under the anti skating rod 15 To adjust the setscrew you will need to first remove the anti skating rod 15 Start with the tonearm 9 in the tonearm rest 8 Remove the anti skating weight 16 from the anti skating rod 15 Hold the anti skating rod 15 between your thumb and forefinger and unscrew it using a clockwise rotation Lift the tonearm 9 up about 2 3 inches out of the tonearm rest 8 Look carefully on top of the tonearm 9 near the area previously occupied by the anti skating rod 15 You will see a small setscrew Slightly loosen this screw This will loosen the tonearm 9 and allow you to twist it from side to side Position the tonearm 9 so that the stylus is perpendicular to the record groove Tighten the setscrew Replace the anti skating rod 15 and anti skating weight 16 Listen You are listening for a balanced soundstage with the greatest area and depth You may need to go back and forth a couple of times to achieve the best setting Please note that small changes in azimuth make a big difference in the sound Save all packing materials parts and screws for possible future transport SITING FLOOR
2. a few moments to review this list of potential causes THE PLATTER DOESN T TURN ALTHOUGH THE DECK IS SWITCHED ON e The turntable is not connected to the mains power supply e No mains at the socket e The belt is not fitted or has slipped off NO SIGNAL IN ONE OR BOTH CHANNELS No connection between the turntable and amplifier Phono input not selected at amplifier Poor contact or broken connection Amplifier not switched on Amplifier or speakers defective or muted Cartridge not wired into the head shell Loudspeakers not connected LOUD HUM ON PHONO INPUT e No earth connection from cartridge tonearm or audio cable to amplifier e Ground loop e Turntable too close to one or both speakers DISTORTED SOUND FROM ONE OR BOTH CHANNELS e Record player connected to wrong input of amplifier MM MC switch on pre amp incorrectly set Dust on the stylus Needle or cantilever damaged Wrong speed Dirty or over stretched belt Platter bearing dry dirty or damaged SERVICE Should you encounter a problem that you cannot solve please contact your music hall dealer Never return a record player without authorization and without safely disassembling it and correctly packing it in the original packaging Repairs will only be made under warranty if the unit is returned correctly packaged PACKING INSTRUCTIONS Please remove and store the following parts dust cover 10 anti skating weight 16 counterweight 6 platter 5 s
3. equipment as is the round spirit level The effective length of the tonearm is nine and a half inches This allows for a very shallow tracking arc on the record thus reducing distortion The tonearm comes mounted with a high quality Goldring moving magnet cartridge These features combine to ensure that the mmf 5 1 delivers superior audio performance that will provide years of enjoyment FOR YOUR INFORMATION This manual provides valuable information that will help you get optimum performance from your system Please contact your authorized music hall dealer for any additional clarifications you may require Save the music hall mmf 5 1 shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future use Shipping or moving the mmf 5 1 in anything other than the original packing material may result in severe damage that is not covered by the warranty Be sure to keep the original sales receipt it is your best record of the date of purchase which you will need in the event warranty service is required SET UP The music hall mmf 5 1 is supplied partially disassembled and carefully packaged for safe transport To assemble the turntable please follow the instructions carefully 1 9 Clear a level use a spirit level and suitable workspace to assemble the turntable This may be the final playing location Remove the turntable and all parts from the carton Remove the 3 transport screws 1 from the turntable and save for future use Screw t
4. MOUNTING Place the deck on a small light rigid table e g coffee table Ensure that the table is level on the floor and not rocking WALL MOUNTING Wall mounting may be preferable when the floor is springy or when there is risk of damage by children or pets The shelf should be light and rigid and fully supported by but not firmly screwed or glued to its brackets To allow the lid to open fully a clearance of 3 inches 7 5 cm is required behind the plinth and at least 13 inches 33 cm above AUDIO CONNECTION The Goldring cartridge supplied is a moving magnet cartridge Plug the interconnect cable 14 found in parts bag into the turntable output connectors 27 matching black to black and red to red Attach the small ground wire to the thumbscrew connection Connect the other end of the interconnect cable to the MM moving magnet phono input on your receiver or pre amplifier in the same fashion MAINS CONNECTION Locate the wall transformer It s in a small white box set into the underside of the packing foam Plug the small male end of the wall transformer wire into the female receptacle on the power socket for the motor The power socket for the motor is located on the underside of the turntable near the back Plug the transformer into the wall Turn the motor ON 20 and check that the platter 5 spins OPERATION Place a record on the platter 5 and screw on the record clamp found in parts bag Simply snug the c
5. ature or direct sunlight The finish may change slightly with age A damp cloth or soft duster is ideal for cleaning the plinth polish particularly wax based can be hard to remove PLATTER The platter can be cleaned with glass cleaner and a soft dry lint free cloth MAT Clean the felt mat with masking tape MOTOR The motor is equipped with self lubricating bearings The motor pulley should be cleaned periodically to remove deposits of rubber shed by the belt Remove the outer platter and belt Gently clean with a cotton swab or lint free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol BELT The belt should last for many years The belt can be cleaned at the same time as the pulley The best way to clean the belt is to pull it gently through a damp cloth If the turntable is not going to be used for a long period of time it is advisable to remove the belt from the platter rim to prevent stretching OIL The oil supplied for the main bearing provides life long protection If oil is lost from the bearing housing replace it with a few drops of Mobil 1 or other synthetic oil containing Teflon DUST COVER This can be cleaned using any commercial acrylic or plastic cleaners The simplest approach is to remove any dust with a damp lint free cloth without rubbing and then use a soft duster Dust covers are more often damaged in cleaning than in use STYLUS Remove the stylus guard We recommend a dry vibrating pad cleaner Wet cleaners or so
6. ent at severe angles exposed to heat or damaged in any way 10 Non use periods If the deck is to be left unused for a long period of time the power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet and the belt removed 11 Damage Requiring Service Stop using the turntable immediately and have it inspected by an authorized music hall service center whenever The power supply cord or plug has been damaged Liquid has been spilled onto the motor or into the bearing well The turntable has been exposed to rain The turntable does not operate properly The turntable has been dropped or damaged Smoke or any unusual smell is detected from the turntable OOT e O D DOL a A 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Parts Inventory and Operation Control Diagram 3 x removable transport screws 1 x stepped motor pulley 1 x drive belt packaged in parts bag 1 x sub platter 1 x platter with felt mat packaged in bottom of box 1 x tonearm counterweight packaged in carton foam with attached tracking force scale 6a 1x tonearm lift lever cueing lever 1 x tonearm rest 1x tonearm 1 x dust cover 2 x dust cover hinges 4 x dust cover hinge screws 1 x mains wire connected to wall transformer in a small white box set into the underside of the packing foam 1 x audio cable 1 x anti skating rod 1 x anti skating weight packaged inside the parts bag 1 x anti skating hanger 1 x removable tonearm lockin
7. ft stylus brushes are not recommended TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply 115V 60Hz or 230V 50Hz Power Absorption 2VA Speeds 33 rpm manual change to 45 rpm Speed deviation 0 9 Wow and flutter 0 15 Rumble Max gt 70 db Tracking force 10 30 mN Effective tonearm length 9 5 in 24 13cm Overhang Platter diameter Platter weight Dimensions Weight including pkg 71 inch 18mm 11 81 in 30cm 6 Ibs 2 7kg W x D x Hw dust cover closed 18 25 x 13 25 x 5 5 in 46 4 x 33 7 x 14 cm 24lbs 10 9 kg CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS Frequency response Channel balance Channel separation Sensitivity Static compliance Equivalent tip mass Vertical tracking angle Stylus radius Stylus type Electrical Characteristics Load resistance Load capacitance Internal inductance Internal resistance 20Hz 20kHz 2dB 2dB 1kHz 25dB 1kHz 6 5mV 1 5dB 1kHz 5 cm sec 24mm N lat 16mm N vert 0 45mg 24 degrees Gyger Il replaceable 47Kohms 150 200pf 570mH 660ohms Mechanical Characteristics Cartridge weight Fixing centers Playing weight 6 3g 0 5 12 7mm 1 5 2 5g 1 7g nom music hall reserves the right to make technical modifications TROUBLESHOOTING music hall turntables are manufactured to the highest standards and undergo strict quality controls before leaving the factory If for some reason your turntable is not working properly please take
8. g strap or tie 1 x belt changing tool packaged in parts bag 1 x mains switch 1 x headshell fitted with a Goldring cartridge 1 x motor 2 x threaded screws bubble level adjustable feet mmf 7 1 foot pictured spike protectors used on mmf 7 1 turntable output connectors Parts bag includes 1 x 45 rom adapter 1 x drive belt 3 1 x anti skate weight 16 tiny weight attached to small piece of fishing line 1 x belt changing tool 19 1 x Allen Key to adjust tonearm VTA 1 x high quality interconnect cable 14 1 x record clamp 1 x cartridge alignment guide 1 x instruction manual 1pr x white gloves GETTING STARTED Thank you for purchasing the music hall mmf 5 1 turntable The music hall mmf 5 1 turntable is a 2 speed belt driven turntable with many singular features It has an original and unique 2 plinth design with six viso elastic cones separating the bottom platform from the top This gives the turntable an extra level of isolation The compliant feet 2 speed synchronous motor switch wiring and electrical parts are on the bottom plinth while the critical sound reproducing components the bearing arm and cartridge are mounted on the top platform The dynamically balanced alloy platter and felt mat sit on a high quality stainless steel ball bearing sheathed in Teflon providing fluid and noise free operation The bearing assembly comes pre charged with lubricant A metal screw on record clamp is standard
9. he three feet 25 included in parts bag onto the bottom of the turntable Screw two of the feet onto the threaded posts 23 near the front of the turntable The third foot with threaded post attached is the rear foot Level the turntable by adjusting the feet 25 Use the bubble level 24 for this purpose Center the platter 5 over the spindle of the sub platter 4 and lower it until it rests securely on the sub platter 4 Install the drive belt 3 for 33 rpm play Loop the belt around the smaller diameter rim of the stepped motor pulley 2 and around the rim of the sub platter 4 For 45rpm play use the large diameter rim of the motor pulley 33 rpm 45 rpm adjustment screw Place the counterweight 6 onto the tonearm 9 To do this position yourself in front of the turntable Hold the counterweight 6 so that the numbers are nearer you Carefully screw the counterweight 6 counterclockwise onto the back of the tonearm 9 Position it about midway on the post Remove the tonearm locking strap or tie 18 Save it for future use 10 Make sure the tonearm 9 is in the tonearm rest 8 Carefully remove the stylus guard if fitted the piece of clear plastic on the bottom of the cartridge It slips off of the cartridge by pulling it towards you in a slight downward motion Save it for future use 11 You will now set the cartridge tracking force The mmf 5 1 comes complete with a factory instal
10. lamp Do not over tighten the clamp as damage to your record or turntable may result Push the mains switch 20 to the ON position Remove the stylus guard and lift up the tonearm 9 with the cueing lever 7 Position the cartridge stylus tip above the initial groove of the record Gently lower the cueing lever 7 to lower the tonearm 9 onto the record To stop play lift the cueing lever 7 to raise the tonearm 9 and then move the arm back to the tonearm rest 8 Push the mains switch 20 to OFF To play 45 rpm records first remove the felt mat and platter 5 then move the drive belt 3 from the small diameter rim to the large diameter rim of the stepped motor pulley 2 Do this using the belt changing tool 19 to avoid touching the belt with your hands Replace the platter 5 and felt mat Please note for singles 7 inch records with a large center hole you will need to use the black 45rpm adaptor Simply center the adaptor over the spindle and set it on top of the felt mat Place the single on the platter and play Do not use the record clamp with 7 inch records MAINTENANCE The mmf 5 1 is designed for a long operational life To preserve the appearance of your deck and maintain its performance you should note the following points Make sure the stylus guard is on before you begin cleaning PLINTH The plinth is constructed from medium density fiberboard therefore it should not be subjected to extremes of temper
11. led Goldring cartridge We recommend a tracking force of 1 75g Please note the tracking force scale 6a on the counterweight 6 has no decimal point 10 on the tracking force scale 6a is actually 1 0 g 15 is actually 1 5g etc 1 75 g is between 17 and 18g on the scale 6a To set the tracking force you must first balance zero the tonearm 9 The objective of balancing or zeroing the tonearm is to get the tonearm to float parallel to the platter First lower the cueing lever 7 Using your left hand lift position and hold the tonearm 9 between the tonearm rest 8 and the platter 5 To avoid damage be careful not to allow the cartridge to contact the plinth the turntable base With your free hand turn the counterweight counterclockwise or clockwise until the tonearm floats freely without the aid of your hand in mid air and parallel to the platter Don t worry about the number on the tracking force scale you will soon calibrate and set it properly Once you have balanced the tonearm return it to the tonearm rest You are now going to set the ring with numbers on the counterweight to zero This is called the tracking force scale The tracking force scale 6a turns independently of the counterweight IMPORTANT With your right hand hold the rear part of the counterweight to make sure that it does not move With your left hand lightly grip and turn the tracking force scale until the number zero is in the twelve o cl
12. music hall mmf 5 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL music hall http www musichallaudio com august 2007 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE You have selected an exceptional turntable Each component used in the construction of the mmf 5 1 was selected to provide you with superior performance and the highest level of sound reproduction available today We know of no turntable that costs as much to produce yet sells for so little The precise and elegant design of this turntable makes it easy to install and operate Please take a few moments to read over the operating instructions to ensure that you get the best performance from your turntable and years of trouble free service SAFETY GUIDELINES This product is designed and manufactured to strict quality and safety standards However you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions 1 Take heed of warnings and instructions Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the turntable Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety instructions Heed all warnings and safety information in these instructions and on the turntable Follow all operating instructions 2 Water and Moisture To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the turntable to moisture or water If the turntable is exposed to moisture immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall Take the deck to an authorized music hall service center for inspection Do not touch the t
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14. ock position dead center on top of the counterweight The tonearm is now zeroed Check it by once again floating the tonearm between the tonearm rest and the platter If the tonearm doesn t float parallel to the platter at zero return to the previous steps and make the necessary adjustments Return the tonearm to the tonearm rest IMPORTANT Do not touch the tracking force scale again Turn the counterweight counterclockwise with your right hand You will notice that the tracking force scale will also turn Turn it through numbers 5 10 15 to the position centered between 17 and 18 on the scale This is equivalent to 1 75 grams The correct tracking force has now been set Every arm and cartridge combination has an optimum tracking force This can easily be set by ear Increments of 0 1g can produce significant differences Once the cartridge has run in usually about 24 50 hours of playing time feel free to experiment with a slightly higher or lower tracking force and pick the one you prefer 12 Locate the anti skating weight 16 You will notice a small fishing line attached to the anti skating weight 16 Slip the looped end of the fishing line over the anti skating rod 15 and into notch number 2 See diagram below Lift the anti skating weight 16 over the anti skating hanger 17 and feed the fishing string through the looped end of the anti skating hanger 17 The anti skating weight 16 should now be dangling in free s
15. pace to the left of the hanger If it is not dangling simply bend the anti skating hanger 17 by pushing it away from the tonearm pillar with your finger 13 Slide the dust cover 10 onto the dust cover hinges 11 on the back of the plinth If necessary adjust the tightness of the hinges by turning the dust cover hinge screws 12 NOTE If you are substituting another cartridge for the Goldring 1012GX you may need to make the following further adjustments to the tonearm 9 and cartridge If you are a novice music hall recommends getting professional help All cartridges with half inch mounting holes can be fitted Leaving the stylus guard on fit the cartridge to the head shell 21 using the screws supplied with the cartridge by passing one screw through each slot in the finger lift and the head shell 21 Snug the nuts Connect the tonearm 9 wires to the cartridge pins as follows white left channel positive L red right channel pos R green right channel return R blue left channel return L To achieve the best sound reproduction the cartridge must be positioned precisely in the head shell To do this fit the tangency guide you ll find this in the parts bag It s a white rectangular piece of cardboard with black lines over the spindle at point A and onto the platter black lines side up See diagram below Remove the stylus guard Move the tonearm 9 adjusted for the correct tracking force of your ca
16. rtridge to the pattern When the stylus tip of the cartridge is at points 130mm and 250mm the front of the cartridge should be parallel to the lines on the pattern If necessary slide the cartridge back and forth until the stylus tip is positioned correctly Tighten the cartridge mounting screws VTA Adjustment The VTA for the installed Goldring cartridge has been properly set at the factory To adjust the VTA for other cartridges lay a record on the platter 5 Slacken the horizontal adjustment screws two Allen screws located near the plinth on the back of the tonearm pillar with the Allen Key provided IMPORTANT Do not loosen the vertical screws that hold the anti skate arm to the base Move the tonearm 9 up or down until it is parallel to the record surface when viewed from the side Tighten the horizontal adjustment screws VTA like Tracking Force can also be set by ear Feel free to experiment with VTA positions slightly above or below parallel and choose the position you prefer If you have any further questions regarding the adjustment of your turntable please contact your music hall dealer Azimuth Adjustment Azimuth is the angle of the stylus to the record groove Viewed from head on you want the stylus to be perpendicular to the record groove so as to not favor one channel over the other Keep in mind that azimuth is properly set at the factory and rarely needs to be adjusted You can check the azimuth by performing a
17. ubplatter 4 and belt 3 Fit the stylus guard on the cartridge and attach the tonearm locking strap 18 to the tonearm 9 Insert and tighten the transport screws 1 Package the turntable carefully and correctly in its original box WARRANTY This entitles you to have the music hall mmf 5 1 repaired free of charge at our discretion for one year after the date of purchase at any authorized music hall service center provided the unit was purchased from an authorized dealer Your original sales receipt is proof of purchase date music hall takes no responsibility for defects arising from accident misuse abuse wear and tear neglect or unauthorized repair and or adjustment music hall cannot accept responsibility for damage or loss that occurs during transit The warranty does not cover transportation costs CLAIMS UNDER WARRANTY The mmf 5 1 should be packed in the original packing and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased or upon authorization to a music hall service center It should be sent by a reputable carrier carriage prepaid Do not send the turntable via USPS United States Postal Service Since no responsibility will be accepted for a unit in transit to the dealer customer or authorized service agent customers are advised to insure against loss damage or theft FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT music hall 108 Station Road Great Neck NY 11023 Tel 516 487 3663 Fax 516 773 3891 http www
18. urntable power cord or plug with wet hands 3 Object or liquid entry Do not allow foreign objects or liquids into the unit If this happens immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall and take the unit to an authorized music hall service center for inspection 4 Heat Keep the turntable away from naked flames radiators heat registers stoves or any other heat producing appliances including amplifiers 5 Climate The turntable has been designed for use in moderate climates Do not attempt to use below 41 degrees Fahrenheit 5 degrees Celsius or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit 35 degrees Celsius 6 Racks and Stands Place the turntable on a fixed level surface strong enough to support its weight Do not place it on a moveable cart that could tip over We recommend only using stands approved for use with audio equipment See the SITING section for further suggestions 7 Cleaning Please refer to the MAINTENANCE section for detailed cleaning instructions 8 Power Sources Connect the turntable only to a power supply of the type and voltage described in the operating instructions or specified on the rear panel of the unit 9 Power cord protection Connect the turntable to the power outlet only with the cord supplied Do not modify the supplied cable in any way Do not attempt to defeat grounding and or polarization provisions Do not use extension cords Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed pinched b

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