Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Audiophile Turntable User Manual

Introduzione

This manual provides essential information for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Audiophile Turntable. Please read these instructions carefully before using the turntable to ensure proper function and longevity of the product.

Image: The Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 turntable in High Gloss Red, featuring a clear dust cover, platter, and tonearm.

Istruzzioni di sicurità

• Always disconnect the turntable from the power supply before cleaning or maintenance.
• Ùn toccu u cable d'alimentazione cù e mani bagnate.
• Avoid placing the turntable near water or excessive moisture.
• Ensure the turntable is placed on a stable, level surface to prevent vibrations and ensure proper operation.
• Keep packaging materials, especially plastic bags, away from children.

Chì ci hè in u Box

Carefully unpack all items from the packaging. Please ensure all components listed below are present and undamaged.

• Giradischi Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2
• Transparent Dustcover
• Connection Cable (RCA)
• Adattatore di putenza
• Protractor di allineamentu
• Single Adapter (for 45 RPM records with large center holes)
• Piattu
• Cintura di trasmissione
• Contrappesu
• Pesu anti-skating
• Pick it MM EVO Cartridge (pre-mounted)

Istituisci

1. Piazzamentu

Place the turntable on a firm, level surface, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive vibration. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit.

2. Installazione di u piattu è di a cintura

1. Place the main platter onto the sub-platter spindle.
2. Carefully loop the drive belt around the sub-platter and the motor pulley. Ensure the belt is not twisted.

Imagine: Un dettagliu view of the turntable's belt drive system, showing the belt wrapped around the sub-platter and motor pulley.

3. Tonearm Balance and Tracking Force

The Pick it MM EVO cartridge is pre-mounted. Follow these steps to set the tracking force:

1. Eliminate u protettore di u stylus.
2. Place the counterweight onto the rear of the tonearm.
3. Adjust the counterweight until the tonearm floats freely and is perfectly balanced horizontally.
4. Rotate the tracking force dial (the numbered ring on the counterweight) to '0' without moving the counterweight itself.
5. Rotate the entire counterweight counter-clockwise until the desired tracking force is set. Refer to the cartridge specifications for the recommended tracking force (typically 1.8g for the Pick it MM EVO).

Image: A close-up of the carbon fiber tonearm, illustrating its construction and connection points.

4. Ajustamentu anti-pattinaggio

The anti-skating mechanism counteracts the inward force on the tonearm. Attach the anti-skating weight's thread to the second groove of the anti-skating stub for the recommended tracking force.

Image: The anti-skating weight hanging from its thread, attached to the tonearm's anti-skating stub.

5. Cunnessione à un Amppiù vivu

Connect the turntable's RCA output cables to the 'Phono' input of your amplificatore. Se u vostru amplifier does not have a dedicated 'Phono' input, you will need an external phono preamppiù vivu.

Image: The rear panel of the turntable, displaying the RCA output jacks for audio connection and the power input.

6. Installazione di a copertura antipolvere

Insert the hinges of the transparent dust cover into the designated slots at the rear of the turntable plinth.

Operazione

1. Power On / Off

Connect the power adapter to the turntable and a wall outlet. The turntable is powered on by pressing the power button, usually located on the underside or side of the plinth.

2. Selezzione Speed

The Debut EVO 2 features electronic speed selection. Use the speed selector switch (often a button on the plinth) to switch between 33 1/3 RPM and 45 RPM. For 78 RPM records, a special belt and stylus may be required (not included).

3. Ghjucà un Record

1. Mettite un discu nantu à u platu.
2. Select the correct playback speed.
3. Alzate u bracciu aduprendu a leva di cueing.
4. Pusiziunate u bracciu sopra à u solcu iniziale desideratu di u discu.
5. Gently lower the tonearm using the cueing lever. The stylus will begin playing the record.

4. Stopping Playback

At the end of a record, or when you wish to stop playback:

1. Alzate u bracciu aduprendu a leva di cueing.
2. Rimettite u bracciu in u so riposu.
3. Lower the cueing lever.
4. Turn off the turntable if not playing another record.

Mantenimentu

1. Pulizia

• Turntable Plinth and Dust Cover: Use a soft, lint-free cloth to wipe surfaces. For stubborn marks, a slightly damp cloth can be used, followed by a dry one. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
• Plateau : Clean the platter surface with a soft, dry cloth.

2. Cura di u Stilu

• Regularly clean the stylus using a dedicated stylus cleaning brush, brushing gently from back to front.
• Evitate di toccà u stylus cù e dite.
• Replace the stylus when signs of wear are apparent (e.g., distorted sound, increased surface noise). The Pick it MM EVO cartridge is designed for easy stylus replacement.

Imagine: Un dettagliu view of the Pick it MM EVO cartridge mounted on the tonearm, highlighting its design.

3. Rimpiazzamentu di a cintura

The drive belt may stretch or degrade over time. If you notice inconsistent speed or reduced torque, the belt may need replacement. Contact Pro-Ject support or an authorized dealer for a replacement belt.

Risoluzione di prublemi

If you encounter issues with your turntable, consult the following table before contacting support.

Specificazioni

• Nome di mudellu: Debut EVO 2
• Marca: Prughjettu
• Numero di mudellu di l'articulu: 9120129864930
• Dimensioni di u pruduttu: 16.4 x 12.6 x 4.5 inch (41.6 x 32 x 11.4 cm)
• Pesu di l'articulu: 13.2 liri (6 chilògrammi)
• Materiale: Carbon Fiber (tonearm)
• Tipu di Motore: Belt-Drive
• Formatu di Signal: Fonò
• Cumpunenti inclusi: Turntable, transparent dustcover, connection cable, power adapter, alignment protractor, single adapter
• Dispositivi cumpatibili: Amplifier, parlante
• Produttore: Sistemi Audio Pro-Ject

Garanzia

Pro-Ject Audio Systems offers a warranty for this product. Please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official Pro-Ject websitu per i termini è e cundizioni di garanzia dettagliate. Conservate a vostra prova d'acquistu per e richieste di garanzia.

Key Warranty Feature: 25-year spare parts availability guarantee, ensuring long-term support for your turntable.

Supportu

For further assistance, technical support, or spare parts, please contact your authorized Pro-Ject dealer or visit the official Pro-Ject Audio Systems websitu:

• Pro-Ject Store: Visit the Pro-Ject Store on Amazon
• Produttore: Sistemi Audio Pro-Ject