To enable the record stylus to follow the grooves of the record and pick up sound (vibrations), it is necessary to apply a constant pressure (stylus pressure) to the record from the stylus tip. A suitable stylus pressure value is specified for each cartridge. If the stylus pressure is higher or lower than the specified value, not only will the record playback sound be distorted and the stylus jump, but the record stylus may wear out faster and the record may become damaged. Therefore, make sure to adjust the stylus pressure to the suitable value.

Pull the anti-skating knob in the direction of the arrow.

This turns the anti-skating function off.

Lower the lifter lever.

Remove the tone arm from the arm rest.

Holding the finger lift of the headshell, move the tone arm over the platter.

NOTE

For a cartridge with a removable stylus cover, remove the stylus cover.

Turn twist the counterweight so that the tone arm is floating parallel to the platter.

Perform adjustment by turning the counterweight gradually while periodically removing your hand to check the position.

NOTE

Make sure the stylus does not touch the platter mat or the main unit.

Adjustments can also be made by sliding part of the counterweight. Loosen the counterweight screw with the included screwdriver and slide the counterweight. After adjusting, tighten the screw to secure the counterweight.

If your cartridge and head shell are too heavy to keep the tone arm parallel to the record with the counterweight alone, attach the included subweight to the tone arm. link

Return the tone arm to the armrest.

Holding the counterweight with a finger so that it does not move, turn the stylus pressure adjustment ring so that its “0” mark is lined up with the line on the tone arm.

Turn the counterweight in the direction of the arrow to set the right cartridge stylus pressure.

Refer to the manual of the cartridge you are using for details on the right cartridge stylus pressure.