Sony PS-HX500 Operating Instructions
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4-585-834-11 (2) Stereo Turntable System Operating Instructions Getting Started Listening to a Vinyl Record Recording a Vinyl Record Maintenance Additional Information PS-HX500 - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. PS-HX500 been tested and found instructions changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Name : SONY Model Name : PS-HX500 Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. EEA (European Economic Area). This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
compatible audio device or by using computer software that supports high resolution audio playback. Using your turntable for the first time You first need to assemble your turntable. Thoroughly read the instructions in this manual and assemble the turntable. (See page 9.) Listening to a vinyl record - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
2 Features 4 About Manuals 4 Parts and Controls 6 Getting Started Unpacking 8 Assembling the Turntable 9 Attaching the Dust Cover 13 Additional Information Precautions 22 Troubleshooting 22 Warranty Card and Repair Services 24 Specifications 25 Customer Support Websites.......... 26 Index - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
knob to turn on/off your turntable or select the rotation speed appropriate to the vinyl record to play. Dust cover (page 8, 13) Dust cover hinges (page 8, 13) Counterweight (page 8, 11) Rotate the counterweight to adjust the tone arm balance and the stylus pressure after you have assembled - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
the audio output type appropriate to your connected audio device, such as a stereo system or an amplifier. Audio output (page 14) Grounding terminal (page 14) USB port (Type B) (page 18) Use this port to connect a computer for recording. DC IN (page 15) 7 - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
If you find anything missing, contact your dealer or the customer support website. (See page 26.) • Platter (with drive belt) Instructions (this manual) • Warranty card • Owner Registration Card (for customers in the USA) Note Keep the packaging materials in case you need to transport your turntable - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Spindle Motor pulley Note Hold the platter firmly so as not to drop the platter as it may cause personal injuries or damage to your turntable. 2 Turn the platter to the position where you can see the motor pulley through the rectangular hole with the tips of the red ribbon taped - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
chamfered side of the rubber mat faces upward. The back side of the rubber is indicated by the SONY imprint. Note Remove the stylus protective cover with care so as not to damage the stylus. 2 Make sure that the gauge number "0" on the anti-skating knob is aligned with the reference line. Anti - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
until the tone arm is horizontally balanced. You may find it easier to adjust the tone arm balance that you rotate the counterweight a little at a time Tone arm lock Note Keep the tip of the stylus untouched with the rubber mat or the platter while adjusting the tone arm balance. 6 Put the tone arm - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
white line on the tone arm. adjust the stylus pressure to the recommended value. On your turntable, set the stylus pressure to "3." 3 Rotate the as the stylus pressure you set in step 2. Tip An appropriate stylus pressure value is recommended for every cartridge. To protect the stylus and the - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
or injuries. Dust cover hinges 2 Align the attached hinges with the hinge pockets on the rear of your turntable and push in the dust cover. Tip To remove the dust cover from the turntable, fully open the dust cover, grasp both sides near the bottom of the cover, and then gently pull - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
make all the connections before you connect the AC adaptor to a power outlet. 1 Make sure that the PHONO/LINE switch on the rear of your turntable is set to LINE. Tip If you want to use the PHONO input jacks on your audio device for connection, set the PHONO/LINE switch - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
To avoid noise interference, place the AC adaptor body away from your turntable as far as possible. Playing a Vinyl Record Note Before you play crackling noise made by the stylus coming into contact with the vinyl record could damage the audio device. Wait until the stylus is completely placed on - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
lever toward the front of the turntable. The tone arm slowly descends and playback starts. Tip The rotation speed is usually printed on the center label cover, close it slowly to avoid making physical force that may cause the stylus to skip. • During playback, keep your hands away from the tone - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
prevents scratches on the vinyl record and ensures smooth playback. When playback is finished 1 Push the tone arm lifter lever toward the back of the turntable. 2 Move the tone arm back to the tone arm rest. 3 Pull the tone arm lifter lever toward the front of the - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
not supported. Note to your turntable. To the USB port System requirements service pack is required.) CPU: Intel Core2 Processor 1.6 GHz or higher Memory: 1 GB or larger Screen resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher Mac Operating systems: Mac OS X 10.9 Mac OS X 10.10 18 USB cable (supplied) To the USB - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
"Hi-Res Audio Recorder." For customers in Canada: Access http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ and search for "Hi-Res Audio Recorder." Note • Be sure to use only the supplied USB cable when connecting a computer to your turntable. Do not use a USB hub or a USB extension cable for connection. • Be sure to - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
arrow to remove it from the cartridge body. Replacing the Stylus The stylus may become worn out, damaged, or dirty beyond cleaning depending on your use case. In such a case, replace the stylus. To obtain a spare stylus, contact your dealer or the customer support website. (See page 26.) Note Be - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
may even break over time. In such a case, replace it with a new one. To obtain a spare drive belt, contact your dealer or the customer support website. (See page 26.) 5 Turn the platter upside down and remove the drive belt. 1 Turn off your turntable and the connected audio device and unplug the - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified. 22 Troubleshooting When you find your turntable not working properly, first review the following suggestions before you consider requesting for repair. If they do not help solving your problem, contact your dealer or the customer support website - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
the stylus pressure and the anti-skating force are properly set. (See page 12.) CC The stylus is worn out. Replace it with turntable. (See page 14.) Software installation You cannot install the Hi-Res Audio Recorder application onto a computer. CC Visit our support website for detailed instructions - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
you find your turntable not working properly, first review the suggestions listed in "Troubleshooting" to find out if your problem needs repair. If the suggestions do not help solving the problem, contact your dealer or the customer support website. (See page 26.) Repair services within the warranty - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
arm length Dynamic balanced straight-shaped with soft damping control 221 mm USB Connectivity Output port USB Type B USB 2.0 Cartridge Type Stylus pressure Output level MM 3 g 2.5 mV General Power supply Power consumption Dimensions Weight DC 5 V 2.0 A (AC adaptor) 3 W 430 x 104 x 366 mm (16 - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
in Europe: http://www.sony.eu/support For customers in the U.S.A.: http://esupport.sony.com/US For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ Index 45 rpm adaptor 8, 15 AC adaptor 8, 15 adjusting 10, 12 anti-skating knob 6, 10, 12 audio output 7, 14 cartridge body 6, 20 counterweight - Sony PS-HX500 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
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Stereo Turntable System
Operating Instructions
PS-HX500
4-585-834-
11
(2)
Getting Started
Listening to a Vinyl Record
Recording a Vinyl Record
Maintenance
Additional Information