42-2023.fm Page 1 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM Cat. No. 42-2023 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment.
42-2023.fm Page 2 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM FEATURES Your Optimus LAB-1100 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable is a high quality stereo turntable with sensitive pickup and a built-in preamp that deliver great sound from your records. Your turntable’s features include: Belt-Drive System — reduces turntable noise by absorbing even the slightest motor vibration. DC Motor — keeps wow at a minimum by providing a stable, controlled speed.
42-2023.fm Page 3 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM CONTENTS Preparation .............................................................................................................. Unpacking the Turntable .................................................................................... Assembling the Turntable ................................................................................... Connecting the Turntable to Your Receiver/Amplifier .........................................
2-2023.fm Page 4 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM PREPARATION UNPACKING THE TURNTABLE When you remove the turntable assembly with its attached dust cover from the box, be sure to also remove the supplied rubber mat and 45 RPM adapter before you store the packing material. ASSEMBLING THE TURNTABLE Note: The LIN (lead in), RET (auto return), and SW (tone arm switch) screws on the bottom of the turntable are set at the factory and should not be adjusted. 1. Open the dust cover. 2.
42-2023.fm Page 5 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM CONNECTING THE TURNTABLE TO YOUR RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER You can connect your LAB-1100 to a receiver/amplifier (or stereo audio mixer) that has low-level phono inputs (such as left and right PHONO jacks) or line-level inputs (such as left and right AUX, TV, TAPE, or CD jacks). • To connect the turntable to a lowlevel phono input, plug the white and red plugs into the receiver’s/ amplifier’s left and right PHONO jacks.
42-2023.fm Page 6 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM 3. Place the rubber mat, ridged side down, on top of the platter. illustration CONNECTING POWER Once you have connected the turntable to your receiver/amplifier, plug the turntable’s power cord into a switched or unswitched AC outlet on your receiver/ amplifier or into a standard AC outlet. illustration Caution: To prevent electric shock, the plug’s blades are polarized and fit only one way.
42-2023.fm Page 7 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM OPERATION Note: Make sure you have set LINE OUT ON/PHONO OUT OFF for the type of 5. Press SPEED in or out to set the turntable’s speed (331/3 or 45 RPM). sound system you have before operating the turntable. illustration 1. Open the dust cover. 2. Remove the stylus cover. illustration 6. Press PLAY. The turntable starts to rotate and the tone arm moves to the beginning of the record, lowers to the record, then starts to play. 3.
42-2023.fm Page 8 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM USING THE CUE BUTTON The cue button raises the tone arm so you can safely move it to a specific section of the record without worrying about accidentally scratching it with the stylus. 1. Press CUE to raise the tone arm. illustration 2. Push the tone arm to a spot directly over the desired part of the record. The turntable starts to rotate. 3. Press CUE again. The tone arm slowly lowers and the record plays.
42-2023.fm Page 9 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM TROUBLESHOOTING If your turntable is not working as it should, these suggestions might help you solve the problem. If the turntable still does not operate properly, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance. Symptom Turntable does not work when plugged into an AC outlet No sound Possible Cause Suggestion Connected receiver/ amplifier not turned on. Turn on receiver/ amplifier. Rubber drive belt slipped, broken, or not mounted properly.
42-2023.fm Page 10 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM Symptom Sound from turntable not clear or scratchy during play Possible Cause Record is dirty. Clean the record. Stylus is dirty. Clean the stylus with a soft brush (See “Cleaning/ Replacing the Stylus” on Page 13). Stylus is improperly installed. Check the stylus and reinstall it if necessary. Stylus is worn. Replace the stylus. LINE OUT ON/PHONO OUT Hum from turntable during play 10 Set LINE OUT ON/PHONO to PHONO OUT OFF.
42-2023.fm Page 11 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Optimus LAB-1100 Fully Automatic Belt-Drive Turntable is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your turntable so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the turntable dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits. Handle the turntable gently and carefully.
42-2023.fm Page 12 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM RECORD CARE • Always hold your records by the edges. Touching the grooved surface can leave fingerprints that can collect dust and dirt. • Always return your records to their jackets immediately after use. This helps protect them from dust and scratches. • Store your records in a vertical position and protect them from extreme temperatures, moisture, and direct sunlight.
42-2023.fm Page 13 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM SPECIFICATIONS Turntable Platter Type .................................................................................................................. Plastic Outer Diameter ...................................................................... 1113/16 Inches (300 mm) Drive System ............................................................................................... Belt Drive Motor Type .......................................................
42-2023.fm Page 14 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM General Signal-to-Noise Ratio (DIN-B) ........................................................................ > 50 dB Wow and Flutter (JIS WARMS) at 3 kHz ....................................................... < 0.25% Power Source .............................................................................. AC 120 Volts 60 Hz Power Consumption ........................................................................................
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42-2023.fm Page 16 Wednesday, August 11, 1999 2:50 PM Limited One-Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.
