music hall mmf-7.3 series INSTRUCTION MANUAL music hall http://www.musichallaudio.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE You have selected an exceptional turntable. Each component used in the construction of the mmf-7.3 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.
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 supplied power supply. Do not modify the supplied cable in any way. Do not attempt to defeat grounding and/or polarization provisions. Do not use extension cords.
PARTS INVENTORY AND OPERATION CONTROL DIAGRAM 1. 3 x removable transport screws 2. 1 x stepped motor pulley 3. 1 x drive belt (packaged in parts bag) 4. 1 x sub-platter 5. 1 x platter with felt mat (packaged in bottom of box) 6. 1 x tonearm counterweight (located in bottom packing foam) 7. 1 x tonearm lift lever/cueing lever 8. 1 x tonearm rest 9. 1 x tonearm 10. 1 x dust cover 11. 2 x dust-cover hinges 12. 4 x dust-cover hinge screws 13. 1 x mains cable connected to power supply 14.
GETTING STARTED Thank you for purchasing the music hall mmf-7.3 turntable. The music hall mmf-7.3 turntable is 2-speed belt-driven, audiophile quality turntable with many unique features. It is constructed using a split-plinth design and features an external motor. The mmf-7.3 comes in a high gloss, black piano lacquer finish. THE SPLIT-PLINTH. The plinth has three adjustable spiked feet and comes with a set of small discs (cups). The discs prevent marking of the surface of the supporting shelf.
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-7.3 shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future use. Shipping or moving the mmf-7.3 in anything other than the original packing material may result in severe damage that is not covered by the warranty.
SET-UP The music hall mmf-7.3 is supplied partially disassembled and carefully packaged for safe transport. To assemble the turntable, please follow the instructions carefully. 1. Clear a level (use a spirit level) and suitable workspace to assemble the turntable. This may be the final playing location. 2. Remove and put on white cotton gloves (in large plastic bag) 3. Remove the turntable and all parts from the carton.
13. Place the counterweight (6) onto the tonearm. To do this, position yourself in front of the turntable. Hold the counterweight so that the numbers are nearer you. Carefully, screw the counterweight counterclockwise onto the back of the tonearm. 14. Remove the tonearm-locking strap (18). Place it in a safe position for possible future transport. 15. Make sure the tonearm is in the tonearm rest (8). Carefully, remove the stylus guard (the piece of clear plastic on the bottom of the cartridge).
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, and to the number 15. This is equivalent to 1.5grams. 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.
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.
factory and rarely needs to be adjusted. You can check the azimuth by performing a 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. Start with the tonearm (9) in the tonearm rest (8). To adjust azimuth, slightly loosen the setscrew located towards the rear of the tonearm (9).
OPERATION Place a record on the platter and screw on the record clamp (found in parts bag). Simply snug the clamp. Do not over tighten the clamp as damage to your record or turntable may result. Push the mains switch (20) to the 'ON' position. 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 onto the record.
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 soft stylus brushes are not recommended.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Power Supply: 15V / 0-0.8mA DC, universal power supply Power Consumption: 4W / OW in stand-by Speeds: 331/3 rpm (manual change to 45 rpm) Speed deviation: ± 0.1% Wow and flutter: ±0.01 % Rumble Max: > -72 db Effective tonearm length: 9.0 in (22.86cm) Overhang: .71in (18mm) Platter diameter: 11.81 in (30cm) Platter weight: 6 lbs (2.7kg) Dimensions: (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) Weight (including pkg.): 24lbs (10.
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 a few moments to review this list of potential causes. THE PLATTER DOESN'T TURN, ALTHOUGH THE DECK IS SWITCHED ON: • The turntable is not connected to the mains power supply. • No mains at the socket. • The belt is not fitted or has slipped off.
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-7.3 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.
