Professional Disc Jockey Products
TT-1520
Direct-Drive Turntable
USER’S MANUAL
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TT-1520
PROFESSIONAL DIRECT-DRIVE TURNTABLE
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have just purchased the Numark TT1520 Professional Direct Drive Turntable. This unit has been design to
provide years of reliable operation in an easy to use design. Thank you for purchasing a Numark Product and
enjoy the mix......
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information
Product Registration
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Contents of this package
1. Main Unit
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Introduction
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Page 4
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Page 7
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Page 8
2. Turntable platter
3. Turntable mat
4. Dust cover
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Diagram and Parts Description
Assembly
5. 45-rpm adapter
6. Counterweight
7. Headshell
(cartridge attached on certain models)
8. Operating instructions
9. Registration Card
Operating Instructions
Specifications
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Warranty and Service
Product Registration
Please record the serial number of your unit as shown on the back of the chassis as well as the name of the
dealer from whom you purchased the unit. Retain this information and your original purchase receipt for your
records. Please return the enclosed warranty card to register your unit with us.
MODEL: __________________________
SERIAL NUMBER:__________________
PURCHASED FROM:_________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE:________________________
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PARTS DESCRIPTION
1. 45-rpm Adapter
2. Anti-static slip mat
3. Center Spindle
4. Stroboscope
10. Headshell
11. Pitch Control Slider
12. Tonearm
13. Arm Rest
5. Start/Stop Button
6. Speed Select Button
7. Strobe Dots
8. Adjustable Feet
9. Power Button
14. Cueing Lever
15. Anti-skating Knob
16. Counterweight
17. Hinge For Dust Cover
ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the main unit with the packing from the box and take off the packing material.
DO NOT DISCARD ANY PACKING MATERIAL. The headshell, counterweight, and other parts are
contained within the packing material.
2. Set the 45-rpm adapter on the main unit.
3. Set the voltage selector switch to the 110-127 or 220-240V position according to the voltage of power supply.
(This unit has been preset for 110-127V AC).
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4. Insert the turntable platter onto the center spindle.
CENTER SPINDLE
5. Set the turntable mat on the platter.
6. Installing the 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.
If you have purchased a unit with the cartridge included, then that cartridge is already installed on the
headshell (You may skip to line 8).
a. 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+)
Blue (L-)
Red (R+)
Green (R-)
Left channel+
Left channel
Right channel+
Right channel
b. Install the cartridge to the headshell and tighten it with screws provided with the cartridge.
7. Insert the headshell into the front end of the tonearm, then turn the locking nut clockwise with the head
shell firmly held horizontally.
8. Slide counterweight onto the rear of the tonearm. Twist it lightly and it will screw onto the rear shaft of the
tonearm.
Counterweight
Tonearm
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9. Adjustment of horizontal zero (O) balance with stylus pressure and anti-skating :
a. Remove the stylus protector. Do not touch the stylus tip during the adjustment.
b. Set the cueing lever to the lower position so it does not effect tone arm height.
c. Release the arm clamp and lift the tonearm from the armrest so it moves freely.
d. Rotate the counterweight until the tonearm is approximately balanced horizontally (floats freely).
e. Refasten the tonearm with the arm clamp.
f. Hold the counterweight stationary with one hand and rotate only the stylus-
pressure ring to bring the number "O" of the ring into alignment with the
center line on the tonearm rear shaft.
g. Rotate the counterweight with scale ring clockwise to the correct stylus
pressure following the manufacturer's recommendation.
h. Set the anti-skating control knob to the same value as the stylus pressure
unless your manufacturer specifies otherwise
10. Install the dust cover to the main unit. This lid is not designed for
continual removal. If you need to remove the lid press both release tabs
at the same time.
CONNECTIONS
1. Connect the power cord to the power outlet.
2. Connect the unit's output terminals from the rear of the unit to the PHONO jack of your DJ mixer or home
amplifier/receiver.
Output terminals
Phono input of mixer
L Channel
R Channel
L (White) -------------->
R (Red) ---------------->
GND (Spade) -------->
GND
Notes: Be sure to connect the ground terminal firmly to the amplifier or receiver. If this connection is not
loose, a power source "HUM" may result.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Push the power button to turn on the power. The speed indicator and the strobe-illuminator will light up.
2. Place a record on the turntable mat. When playing a 45rpm record with a large center hole, place the 45-rpm
adapter on the center spindle.
3. Set the rotation speed (33/45) to match the record.
4. Remove the stylus protector and release the arm clamp.
5. Set the cueing lever to the up position.
6. Press the Start/Stop button. The turntable platter will start to rotate.
7. Move the tonearm over the desired groove.
8. Set the cueing lever to the down position. The tonearm will descend slowly onto the record and play begins.
9. To suspend play, lift tone arm with cueing lever.
10. When play is finished, raise the cueing lever, move the tonearm to the armrest, and secure the tonearm with the
arm clamp.
11. Press the Start/Stop button to stop the platter rotating, push the power button to turn off the power.
PITCH ADJUSTMENT
The pitch control is variable in a range of +/-10%. During play, observe the strobe dots. If the strobe dots appear
to the right, the pitch is slower than the rated speed. If flow to the left, the pitch is faster than the rated speed If the
strobe dots appear stationary, which means the platter is in normal turntable speed, move the pitch control slider up
or down to adjust the speed.
PLACEMENT
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Do not place the unit in a location where it will be exposed to direct sun light 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 pressure or vibrations of the speakers coming along the floor or through
the air resulting in howling. Find a location, which is very stable and free of vibration.
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The legs have functions for adjusting the height of the unit itself. Adjust the legs to stabilize the main body
horizontally.
MAINTENANCE
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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, dry cloth. Any volatile
materials as alcohol, thinner, benzene, etc., may remove the paint or damage the luster, should not be used.
SPECIFICATIONS
Turntable section
Tonearm section
Type
Driving method
Motor
2-speed, full manual
Type
Effective length
General
Power supply AC110-127V/220-240V,50/60Hz
Power consumption 20 Watts
Dimension (WxDxH) 450 x 350 x 148 mm
17 3/4” x 13 3/4” x 5 7/8”
Universal s-shaped tubular arm
220mm
Direct Drive
8pole,2phase,
brushless DC motor
Turntable platter
Turntable speed
Starting torque
Wow and flutter
S/N ratio
Aluminum diecast 330mm dia.
33-l/3 and 45 rpm
More than 600g-cm
Less than 0.20%
Weight
7.5 Kgs 16 lbs
55dB (DIN-B)
Specifications and design may be changed without
notice for improvement
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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
What is covered and for how long?
1.
NUMARK INDUSTRIES LCC ("NUMARK") warrants to the original purchaser that NUMARK'S DJ mixers and amplifiers are free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase from an authorized NUMARK dealer and continuing for the following period of time after that
date for (2) Years. The warranty is extended to (3) Years with the completion of the warranty card provided that the warranty card is completed and returned within (30)
days from the date of purchase. All other NUMARK products are warranted for (1) Year including but not limited to CD players, CD Mix Stations, turntables, preamplifiers,
beatkeepers, equalizers, microphones, headphones, and all other accessories.
What is not covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the product by the purchaser.
2.
This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual physical or electrical stress, modification of any part of
the product, or cosmetic damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible; (c) all plastic surfaces and other externally exposed parts that are
scratched or damaged due to normal use; (d) defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment, or service of the mixers; (e)
crossfaders.
3.
What are NUMARK'S obligations? During the applicable warranty period, NUMARK will repair or replace, at NUMARK'S sole discretion, without charge to the purchaser, any
defective component part of the mixer. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, purchaser must first contact NUMARK and obtain a return authorization number
("RA#"). Purchaser must then return the mixer to NUMARK in an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by purchaser's sales receipt or comparable proof of sale
showing the date of purchase, the serial number of the product, and the seller's name and address. To obtain an RA# and assistance on where to return the mixer, contact
NUMARK customer service at 401-295 9000. Upon receipt, NUMARK will repair or replace the defective products. NUMARK may, at NUMARK'S sole discretion, use rebuilt,
reconditioned, or new parts or components when repairing any product or replace a product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new product. Repaired mixers will be warranted
for a period equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original mixer or for (90) days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and
equipment become the property of NUMARK. If NUMARK determines that any mixer is not covered by this Limited Warranty, purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor
charges for the repair or return of such mixer.
4.
What are the limits on NUMARK'S liabilities? THE WARRANTIES GIVEN IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, TOGETHER WITH ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING NUMARK
MIXERS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION
OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NUMARK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS, DAMAGES TO PURCHASER'S PROPERTY, OR INJURY TO PURCHASER OR OTHERS ARISING
OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY NUMARK MIXER, BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR NEGLIGENCE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NUMARK'S
OWN NEGLIGENCE, EVEN IF NUMARK OR ITS AGENT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER
PARTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE WARRANTY FOR NUMARK'S MIXERS, AND IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ILLEGAL OR UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW, SUCH PARTIAL ILLEGALITY OR
UNENFORCEABILTY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY OF THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND
WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS.
5.
6.
This Limited Warranty allocates risk of product failure between purchaser and NUMARK, and NUMARK'S product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of
liability contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of NUMARK are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or
make additional warranties binding on NUMARK. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute
warranties by NUMARK and should not be relied upon.
How does state law apply to this warranty? SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO PURCHASER.
7. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from one jurisdiction to another.
RETURN INFORMATION
a) A Return Authorization number must be obtained from Numark through the address or phone numbers below.
b) A copy of the original sales receipt must also be included for the equipment to be repaired under warranty.
c)
The faulty equipment must be packed in its original packaging.
d) One additional outer layer of packaging must be included to ensure product safety. Failure to do so may inadequately protect the equipment in transit and,
therefore, jeopardize the customer’s warranty.
e) Numark will not accept COD shipments and no call tags will be issued for merchandise return.
f)
Numark will not return repaired merchandise to customers by priority service, unless by written request at the customer’s cost. Requests must be submitted in
writing with merchandise returned.
g) The defective Numark equipment should be sent, FREIGHT PREPAID with Return Authorization number clearly printed on the outer packaging and original sales
receipt enclosed to:
INDUSTRIES
Attention: Service Department
11 Helmsman Avenue
Phone: +1 (401) 295-9000
Fax::
Web:
+1 (401) 295-5200
www.numark.com
North Kingstown, RI 02852 USA
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