Linn BASIK Manual - Free PDF Download

Page 2 - ntroduction

I ntroduction Thank you for buying the Linn BASIK turntable. We are sure it will provide you with musical pleasure for many years to come. Linn Products have always stated that the turntable is the most important part of a high fidelity system. Ifyou do not get a good signal from the record then the...

Page 3 - INSTALLATION; NOTE

INSTALLATION v Carefully remove all packing from box. v Put all the oil from the phial supplied into the bearing housing - NOTE Remove bearing-housing dustcap. v Carefully put the Inner Platter into the bearing housing supporting it as it sinks down to prevent damage tothe bearing surfaces. v Fit th...

Page 5 - SITING

SITING Ensure the surface on which the turntable is to be used is level. For best results we recommend the following:- FLOOR MOUNTING Place deck on a small, light, rigid table e.g. small coffee table. Ensure the table is sitting firmly on the floor and not rocking. WALL MOUNTING Wall mounting may be...

Page 6 - OPERATION

OPERATION The power switch is on the underside of the plinth at the front left-hand side. A label indicates direction forON and OFF. This label is removable. Lift and lower the lid carefully as it is coupled to the suspended plinth. If dropped or roughly handled it maycause the arm to jump. NOTE You...

Page 7 - SPEED SELECTION

SPEED SELECTION To change the speed of the BASIK turntable, switch off, remove the mat and outer platter and move the belt tothe other level on the stepped pulley. The larger diameter will give 45rpm, the smaller will give 33rpm. If changing to 45rpm it is advisable to start up the motor with only t...

Page 8 - TURNTABLE MAINTENANCE

TURNTABLE MAINTENANCE The BASIK is designed for a long operational life. To preserve the appearance and maintain the performance ofyour dock, you should note the following points: OUTER PLATTER Clean with a soft, dry cloth. DO NOT use any abrasive cleaner as this will remove the protective lacquer a...

Page 9 - GENERAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION; TRANSPORTATION

GENERAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION TRACKING WEIGHT & BIAS Every arm and cartridge combination has an optimum tracking weight which your dealer will have advised you of. RECORD CLEANING Most record cleaning devices do more harm than good. The best method of cleaning records is to lot the stylusremove an...

Page 11 - GUARANTEE

GUARANTEE The unit is guaranteed under the conditions that apply in the country of purchase. Unauthorised servicing or dismantling of this turntable will invalidate the manufacturer's warranty. If you arein any doubt, please contact your nearest Linn dealer. In addition to any statutory rights the c...