Clearaudio Performance DC Manuel utilisateur

User manual

Performance DC

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Dear Clearaudio customer,

You have purchased a State-Of-The-Art turntable, the

Performance DC

, a world class product of

Clearaudio electronic GmbH. Congratulations on your purchase!

The main chassis consists of a complex sandwich of materials: aluminium and HDF material.

The powerful and smooth-running DC motor is integrated within and is eectively decoupled by the

main chassis.

The motor is hidden beneath the platter and drives the precision machined aluminium sub-platter

via a precision machined POM main platter are supported by Clearaudio‘s patented

CMB Ceramic

Magnetic Bearing.

The drive system is operated by four blue illuminated buttons, ergonomically integrated into the

front left of the chassis. Almost any commercially available 9 inch tonearm can be tted by virtue of

the easily interchangeable armboards.

Please read this user manual carefully so that you can enjoy all the advantages of your

Performance

turntable. All information given will help to generate the best performance and avoid any possible

damages.

We hope you will enjoy your new Clearaudio

Performance DC

turntable.

Clearaudio electronic GmbH

Please read the warnings before connecting your Performance DC turntable to the mains supply.

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Safety instructions

1. General information

Check the turntable for any damage before using it. Do not connect the turntable if damaged!

Never connect the turntable if it has been dropped or gotten wet, contact your dealer to have the turntable checked.

Never expose the turntable to rain or moisture.

Never touch the power cord of the device with wet hands.

Regular visual inspections for defective insulation on the connection cable are also recommended for your own safety.

A damaged cable should be replaced immediately by a specialist!

Never pull on the power cord to unplug the device. Always pull directly on the plug!

The inside of the turntable is maintenance free. Never open the case or attempt to repair the unit yourself, since this

can lead to loss of warranty!

We recommend disconnecting the power supply from the mains if you do not operate the device for a longer period of

time.

The turntable does not feature an automatic shut-o mechanism.

Therefore, as soon as the stylus has reached the run-out groove, engage the tonearm lift and switch the turntable o.

Not suitable for children! Scope of delivery may contain small parts that can be swallowed.

2. Intended use

The

Performance DC

is a turntable for playing records.

The intended use of the

Performance DC

in accordance with the information provided in the user manual only.

The power supply may only be operated with maximum permissible connection values according to the technical data.

Any other use or modication of this product is not intended.

3. Location of installation

Avoid locations with direct sunlight, temperature uctuations and high humidity.

Likewise, avoid placing electronic devices near heaters, heat lamps, or other devices that produce heat.

The device is designed for operation at room temperature.

No objects with an open ame may be placed on or near the device (burning candles or similar).

4. Overload

The product is designed to comply with all necessary safety regulations. However, you should not leave the device

unattended under extreme loads.

5. Maintenance

Never use agressive cleaning detergent.

Donotusedryclothsforcleaningasthisgeneratesstaticelectricity.Suitable cleaningandcareproductsfromClearaudio

are available from www.analogshop.de or from specialist retailers.

The bearing of the turntable platter can be lubricated every 2 years with the oil provided.

Put 1 or 2 drops of the oil into the bearing for lubrication.

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6. Health information

Permanently high volume can lead to various types of hearing damage. Use high volume responsibly!

7. Service

The

Performance DC

turntable should be repaired during the guarantee period by the manufacturer only, otherwise the

warranty claim expires. All Clearaudio products should only be serviced by specialist retailers.

If, despite the high production standard, a service is necessary, the

Performance DC

turntable must be send to

Clearaudio through your dealer.

8. Transport

Use the original packing material for further transportation of the

Performance DC

turntable, otherwise serious damage

could occur.

Be sure to pack the device exactly as it was shipped.

Safe transport is only guaranteed in the original packaging.

Proceed in reverse as described for assembly when packing.

Always remove the turntable platter and replace the foam securing the sub-platter and cover the bearing with tape as

well. Otherwise serious damage can occur.

Remove also the pulley from the motor axle to avoid any damage during transport.

Clearaudio assumes no liability for any damage that may occur due to incorrect packing.

9. Disposal

Do not dispose this product together with other waste.

WEEE Reg. No.: DE26004446

10. CE Marking

This electronic product corresponds to the applicable guidelines for obtaining the CE mark.

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Contents

1. Packaging overview ............................................. 6

2. Setup and operation............................................. 7 - 13

3. Troubleshooting ................................................... 14 - 15

4. Technical data ...................................................... 16

Warranty information............................................... 17 - 18

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1. Packaging overview

The Clearaudio

Performance DC

turntable is delivered in specially designed custom packaging.

Please check the contents according to the following list before you set up your new Clearaudio

Performance DC

turntable.

Pic. 1: Packaging overview

1. Layer (top):

Top of bearing, belt, ttings and

accessories (Quality and warranty

card,bearingoil,hexkeys,grounding

wire)

sub-platter, power supply

If ordered as set:

Tonearm and/or pickup

2. Layer (middle):

Turntable chassis

3. Layer (bottom):

Platter

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please double check the tightness of all bolts and armboard mounting

hardware, as temperature uctuations during transit may have caused the hardware to become

loose.

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2. Setup and operation

The

Performance DC

turntable consists of several components, as described in No 1

(Packaging overview).

The setup is easy, as some of the components are pre-assembled at the factory. Please make use of

the white gloves enclosed in order to avoid scratches or unwanted ngerprints (e.g. on the platter).

Please follow the instructions step by step:

The

Performance DC

requires a space of at least 16.54 x 12.99 inches for positioning.

16.54 inch

/ 420 mm

12.99 inch / 330 mm

Pic. 2: Setting up space

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2.1

Place the pre-mounted chassis on your hi-rack or another suitable surface.

Pic. 3:

Performance DC

chassis

2.2

To avoid hum noises we recommend to ground the bearing. For that attach the supplied grounding

wire to the the existing screw on the bottom side of the chassis (#2.5).

Pic. 4: Grounding the bearing of the

Performance DC

2.3

Please remove the protective seal from the bearing shaft and place two drops of the synthetic

bearing oil on the ceramic bearing shaft. Slip the bearing top onto the bearing shaft of the turntable

(also available through www.analogshop.de Art. No. AC068).

Pic. 5: Bearing oil

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2.4

Now you can set the bearing upper part carefully onto the bearing. To avoid damages make sure

you slide the bearing upper part slowly and carefully on the polished ceramic shaft.

Pic. 6: Fitting the bearing upper part

2.5

Now you can set the sub-platter carefully onto the bearing (see Pic. 7).

To avoid any damage, make sure you slide the sub-platter slowly and carefully onto the bearing.

After that, take the included belt and place it around the motor and the sub-platter (see Pic. 7.1).

At this point the sub-platter will be higher than the pulley. This is normal, as the CMB requires the

weight of the platter to fully engage it.

Pic. 7: Setting the sub-platter Pic. 7.1: Placing the belt

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2.6

Now you can set the platter carefully onto the bearing. To avoid damage, make sure you slide the

platter slowly and cautiously on the sub-platter/ bearing assembly. Hold the platter securely, so the

platter does not slip or fall on your turntable.

Pic. 8: Setting the platter onto the bearing

2.7

Please check with the bubble level gauge, if your

Performance

turntable is in a level position.

You can adjust each of the turntable’s feet to get the turntable

level. Only if the turntable is in a level position you will get the

best results with your turntable.

Please note:

Throughturningthefeetsclockwiseyouwillraisethe turntable,

by turning counter clockwise the turntable will lower.

Pic. 9: Adjustment of the level position

Pic. 9.1: Adjustment of the height

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