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WARNING
POWER REQUIREMENTS Power requirements for electrical equipments differ from
area to area. Please make sure that your.equipment meets the power requirements in your area. lf in doubt, ask a qualified electrician. 1 20 V, 60 Hz in USA and Canada 22OV,50 Hz in Europe except UK 240 V, 50 Hz in UK and Australia
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PRECAUTIONS

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2OV

/22O-240V, 50/6OHz internally switchable for

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

other countries.

VOLTAGE CONVERSION Do Not Attempt This Conversion Yourself.
Models for Canada, USA, Europe, UK and Australia are not equipped with this facility. Each unit is preset at the factory depending on its destination, but some units can be converted to 110-120 V or to 22O-24O V as required. lf your unit has this leature, take

REFER SERVICING
PERSONNEL.

TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE

the equipment and the following voltage conversion to a
qualified Service Repair Shop or a professional serviceman. 1 . Disconnect the power cord.

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol superimposed
across a graphical representation of a person, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user ol the presence of

2. Remove the bottom cover.

3. Remove the existing Line Voltage Fuse and insert the required Line Voltage Fuse in the proper fuse holder according to the printed instructions.

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uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure; that may be of sufJicient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation pointwithin an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user ol the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

only household AC power sources. Never use DC power sources. 2. Touching the plug with wet hands risks dangerous elec1. Use

tric shocks.
Always pull out by the plug and never the cord.
3.

4.

5.

6. lf water is spilled on this equipment, disconnect
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Make sure the power consumption to each audio component does not exceed wattage specified. Only connect other audio components. Only let a qualified professional repair or reassemble the equipment. An unauthorized person may touch the internal parts and receive a serious electric shock. Never allow a child to put anything, especially metal into this equipment. A serious shock or malfunction may occur.
and

22OV

OV- 1 20V F1 :500m4 -24OV F2:5OOnA

7. 8.

callyour dealer. Make sure the equipment is well ventilated and away

lrom direct sunlight. Keep away from heat (stoves, etc.) to avoid damage to the external surlace and internal circuits. 9. Avoid spray-type insecticides which will damage the equipment and may ignite suddenly. 10.To avoid damaging the linish never use alcohol, paint thinner or other similar chemicals. 1 1 . Always place the equipment on a f lat and solid surface. 12. To avoid damages, place the turntable in its original box wrapped in its protective wrappers when transporting. 13. Please read this manual in its entirety and keep it handy for further reference. This equipment conf irms to No. 76-889 EEC standard.

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FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE U.K. IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
The tlex supplied with your machine will have either two wires or three as shown in the illustrations.

FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.A;
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read lnstructions
read betore the equipment is operated.

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All the safety and operating instructions should be

THREE CORE FLEX
WARNING
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

Green/Yellow
(Earth)

IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
G

reen-and-yel low : Earth Blue: Neutral

Brown:Live
As the colours ol the wires in the mains lead ot

this apparatus may not correspond with the
coloured markings identitying the terminals in your plug, proceed as lollows: The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the lefter E or by the safety earth symbol + or coloured green or coloured green-and-yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with lhe letter L or coloured red.

Blue (Neutral)

Brown
(Live)

TWO CORE FLEX
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance wilh the following code: Blue: Neutral

Brown:Live
As the colours ol the wires in the mains lead of

this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked by the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. ' Do not connect any wire to lhe larger pin
marked

- The salety and operating instructions should be retained for tuture reference. All warnings on the equipment and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow lnstructions - All instructions for operating and use should be lollowed. 5. Water and Moisture - Theequipment should not be used nearwater for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. 6. Carts or Stands - The equipment should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by Akai. 7- Wall or Ceiling Mounting - Akai does not recommend mounting the equipment on a wall or a ceiling. 8. Ventilation - The equipment should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the equipment should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9. Heat - The equipment should be situaled away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipments (including ampliliers) that produce heat. 1 0. Power Sources - The equipment should be connected to a power supply only ol the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on theequipment. 'I 1. Grounding or Polarization - The precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an equipment is not deleated. 12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment. 1 3. Cleaning - The equipment should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. 1 4. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. 1 5. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - ll an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system isgrounded soas to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Section 81 0 ol the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70- l981 , provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding ol the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements lor the grounding electrode. See
3. Heed Warnings
Figure 1. 6. Nonuse Periods The power cord of lhe equipment should be unplugged lrom the outlet when lelt unused for a long period of time. 1 7. Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that obiects do not lall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
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2. Retain lnstructions

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E or + when wiring a

plug.

Blue (Neutral)

Brown
(Live)

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18.Damage Requiring Service

Ensure that all terminals are securely tightened and that no loose strands ol wire exist.

FOR CUSTOMERS IN AUSTRALIA
lfyour machine comes with a three core power cord, FOR YOUR SAFETY. 1. lnsertthisplugonlyintoaneffectivelyearthedthree-pinplugsocketoutlet 2. llanydoubtexistsregardingtheearthing,consultaqualifiedelectrician.
Exlension cords, if used, must be three core correctly wired.

3.

- The equipment should be serviced by qualilied service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the equipment C. The equipment has been exposed to rain; or D. The equipment does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in perlormance; or E. The equipment has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 19.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the equipment beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be relerred to qualified service personnel.
FIGURE 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

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a

Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm'?) copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm,) aluminum, No. 17 AWG (1 .0 mm') copper-clad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as grou nd wire.
b

Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house wilh stand-off insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22 m) to 6 feet (l .83 m) apart.
c

Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in enters
house.

CONTROLS
Groove for Overhang Adjustment

Auto-return Adjustment Screw
Tone Arm Lifter Hinge

45 rpm Adapter Holder
Hinge

Spindle
Rubber Mat

Main Weight

Stylus Pressure Scale Ring Marker
ANTISKATING Adjuster Tone Arm Lifter Height

Adjustment Screw

Tone Arm Rest and Clamp Tone Arm

Cartridge Re-setting Screws
Head Shell

Cartridge (AP-D21

OC

only)

SPEED Selector

CUT/RETURN Switch
SERVO LOCK Indicator

Cueing (CUE) Lever ( v to lift,v to lower)

' Set this lever to the YRest.

(lower) position when locking the Tone Arm to the Tone Arm

' AP-D21O/C's Head Shell cannot be removed. DL TYPE TURNTABLE ' DL type turntables are not equipped with dust cover or hinges.
turntable.

Dust cover and hinges are not necessary when placing the DL type turntable inside an audio rack with a special section for a

TURNTABLE PLACEMENT
1. Before attempting to use your turntable, read this Manual 6. Avoid locating the turntable in the vicinity of other electrical equipment such as television receivers. These generate signals which can cause hum or noise.

3. Handle the equipment carefully-avoid subjecting it to
sudden shocks such as a slamming of a door. 4. Keep the unit out of the direct sunlight, in a place relatively free of dust and humidity. 5. Provide about 1O centimeters at the rear of the unit to

carefully and keep for future reference. 2. Locate the turntable on a firm, level surface.

7. Howling during play

permit the dust cover to be raised without jarring the

turntable.

is often caused by incorrect speaker placement. lf the speakers are too close to the turntable, the stylus will pick up vibrations. Avoid placing the unit on a speaker cabinet. 8. When interconnecting the turntable and amplifier, place the turntable on the side of the amplifier away from the amplifier's transformer, to avoid noise pick-up.

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TURNTABLE SET-UP
A. PLATTER While setting up or dismantling the turntable, make sure it is not connected either to the amplifier or to the power source. 1. Remove all protective wrappers and the spindle protector, and dust the Platter and the rest of the turntable thoroughly with a soft, clean, dry cloth. 2. After confirming that the Reject Plate is as shown in the illustration, align the center of the Platter with the Spindle and carefully lower into place. 3. Place the Rubber Mat on the Platter, the grooved side upwards.
Note:

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Operating the motor without the Platter

in place can

damage the motor and should therefore be avoided.

Akai recommends that the dust cover be re-attached after completing the turntable set-up on this page and
the adjustments on page 5.

There are two depressions inside the cabinet for easy
placement and removal of the Platter.

Spindle (MotorShaft)
Reject Plate

B. MAIN WEIGHT With the Stylus Pressure Scale Ring to the front, lit the Main Marnwersnt Weight to the rear end of the Tone Arm and turn counterclockwise as viewed from the front.
Stylus Pressure
Scale Ring

Marker

Screws

C. CARTRIDGE PLACEMENT (Not necessary for AP-D21OC)

1. Connect the Tone Arm's lead wires to the cartridge's

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terminals.
Read the manufacturer's instructions carefully before attempting installation. Cartridge Shell lead designations are as lollows: BLUE: Left Ground (Earth) (-) WHITE: Left Output (+)

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GREEN: RED:

RightGround (Earth)
Right Output

(+)

(-)

Do not touch the terminals of the cartridge when the amplifier is turned on as this may damage the speakers.

2. Attach the cartridge to the Head Shell with the Cartridge Re-setting Screws so that it is parallel to the Mounting

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Holes. ln order to perform overhang adjustment, do not screw on the
cartridge too tightly.

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ADJUSTMENTS
to ensure proper tracking. lncorrect tracking causes hum and distortion, and generally produces inferior stereo
sound reproduction.
A. STYLUS PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT 1 . Disconnect the Power Cord. 2. Set the ANTISKATING Adjuster to 0' 3. Unlock the Tone Arm and bring it towards the Platter' Remove the Stylus Guard being carelul not to damage the

Before playing any records, make the following adjustments

4. With the Tone Arm held midway between the Tone Arm Rest and the rim of the Platter, adjust the Main Weight 5. Without moving the Main Weight, rotate the Stylus Pressure Scale Ring only to match the "0" mark with the mark
on the weight shaft.

Stylus.

until the Tone Arm is in perfect horizontal balance'

Main Weight

Stylus Pressure Scale Ring Marker
ANTISKATING Adjuster

6. Return the Tone Arm to the Tone Arm Rest. 7. Lock the Tone Arm in place and rotate the Main Weight counterclockwise, as viewed from the front (the Stylus Pressure Scale Ring will move with it), until the desired Stylus Pressure Scale indication is at the mark on the

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shaft. The range of adjustment is from 0 to 2'5 grams. For AP-D21OC only: The recommended stylus pressure for the
cartridge supplied, PC-85, is 2 grams.

8. Set the ANTISKATING adjuster to the corresponding
stylus pressure.

B. OVERHANG (Not necessary for AP-D21 OC) The distance between the Spindle and the Stylus when the Tone Arm is centered over the Platter is known as the overhang. Different cartridges require different overhang adjustments. For your convenience, the Rubber Mat has indicator grooves at the center to facilitate overhang adjustment. 1. Disconnect the Power Cord. 2. Center the Tone Arm over the Platter.

3. Adjust the cartridge so that the Stylus position is even
witn tne Groove for Overhang Adjustment (middle groove
ring).

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The cartridge position can be adiusted by resetting the Cartridge Re-setting Screws in the Head Shell.

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C. TONE ARM LIFTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT With the Tone Arm in the up-position, the Stylus should be 3 to 6 mm above the surface of the record. lf it is not, increase the height by adjusting the Tone Arm Lifter Height AdjustmentScrew.

Clockwise:down
Counterclockwise: uP

Arm Rest at the end ol the playback, or does so during playback: 1. Leave the Power Cord connected. 2. Adjust the Auto-Return Adjustment Screw. Turn clockwise: lf the Tone Arm returns before the end of record. Turn counterclockwise: lf the Tone Arm does not return at the end of record.

lf the Tone Arm does not return automatically to the Tone

D. AUTO.RETURN ADJUSTMENT

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Do not turn the Screw counterclockwise too much.

Akai recommends that a record be placed on the Platter and Auto-return operation be carried out after each adjustment to confirm that the adjustment is successful.

Note:

CONNECTIONS

1. Connect the Built-in Connection Cord to the PHONO lnput Jack on the amplifier, being careful to match the left (white) and right (red) channel plugs and jacks'
nal on the amplifier.

2. Connect the attached Ground Wire to the Ground termi-

3. Connect the Main Power Cord to the AC Power outlet on 4. Make sure that the connection wires are not tangled
Always allow enough slack to prevent damage in the
event of a sudden movement of the turntable. the amplifier, or directly to the household AC outlet.

under the turntable.

Amplilier or Receiver

4.

PLAYBACK OPERATION

o Remove the Stylus Guard and unlock the Tone Arm. o Set the Cueing (GUE) lever to v
.

Before Operation

Cueing (CUE) Lever To skip a certain part of the record, set the Cueing lever to

1

. Place a record on the Platter.
record.

v . The Tone Arm will rise. Move the Tone Arm to the desired section and set the Cueing lever to Y . The Tone Arm will descend and playback will begin.
CUT/RETURN Switch To stop playback before the end of the record, depress the CUT/RETURN switch. The Tone Arm will return to the Tone Arm Rest automatically and the Platter rotation will stop. Set the Cueing lever to V .

2. Set the SPEED selector to 33 or 45. 3. Move the Tone Arm to the desired position above the

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The Platter will being to rotate and the SERVO LOCK indicator
will light to indicate that the speed has been locked in'

4. Set the Cueing (GUE) lever to

t to lower the Tone Arm' Playback will begin. 5. At the completion of playback, the Tone Arm will rise and return to the Tone Arm Rest automatically. The power will be cut off and the Platter will stop rotating.

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NOTES
1. This turntable has been factory adjusted to accommodate the Model PC-85 cartridge, but any Moving Coil (MC) or Moving Magnet (MM) type of cartridge can be used. Adjustments should be made as outlined in this
Manual.

5. The life of the Stylus is much shorter than that of the
turntable. lf the Stylus becomes worn, bent, or otherwise damaged, it will damage the surface of the record. Replace such a Stylus immediately and avoid playing scratched or damaged records. 6. Always avoid touching the surface of the record with the fingers as this will leave marks. Clean the surface of the record with Akai Cleaning Kit CK-200. Make sure that the surface of the record is completely dry before playing
it.

2. 4-CHANNEL STEREO: The turntable can also be used
for 4-channel stereo operation.

For SQ or Regular Matrix 4-channel operation, the unit must be used with a 4-channel cartridge and Stylus. For CD-4 System 4-channel, replace the existing cartridge with a Stylus for CD-4 use. This is all that is needed to provide CD-4 System 4-channel operation. After accom-

7. Never attempt to stop the Platter from rotating, with your
hands.

plishing this change, connect the turntable
channel adapter. additional lubrication is necessary.

to a

4-

8. Never interfere with the motion of the Tone Arm during
Auto-Return.

3. The turntable uses a self-lubricating DC Servo Motor; no 4. The Stylus should always be kept clean and should be
checked prior to every use. The Stylus should always be protected by its guard when not being used. Any dust, lint, or other matter adhering to it can damage the record

Should there be a problem with your machine, write down the model and the serial numbers and all the pertinent data regarding warranty coverage as well as a clear description of the existing trouble and contact your nearest authorized
Akai Service Station or the Service Department of Akai Co.,
Tokyo, Japan.

and impair the quality of the sound. Always clean and handle the Stylus gently without knocking or jarring it.
Use a soft clean brush to clean the Stylus.

SPECIFICATIONS

Turntable. Aluminum alloy die cast Drive System & Mechanism. ..... DirectDrive,Auto-Return Motor. .... DCServoMotor ....33-1/3rpm,45rpm Speed Speed Deviation . -f0.5% Wow and Flutter .0.045% (DlN) 0.037" (JlS) Rumble. . . 48 dB (DlN A) 73 dB (DlN B) Tone Arm. Static Balanced Type Weight ...3to8grams Arm Lifter Oildamped 17.5 mm Overhang. OffsetAngle. ....24" Horizontal Tracking Error Angle ...... +2" 40'(Outside) - " (lnside) VM (Dual Magnet)type Cartridge
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Compliance Static Horizontal Compliance
Dynamic Vertical

Static Vertical

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6

x10 -6cm/dyne

...12.5 x10 -6cm/dyne

Compliance ...4.5x10-6cm/dyne Dynamic Horizontal Compliance ...4.5x10-6cm/dyne
Power Requirements.
. . . 1 2OV,

Effective Arm Length . . . 220 mm Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range . . . . . . 0 to 2.5 grams Applicable Cartridge

60 Hz for USA and Canada 22OV , 50 Hz for Europe except UK 24OV,50 Hz for UK and Australia
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/22O-240V, 50/60

Hz

Dimensions. Weight

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..44O (W) x96 (H) x359 (D) mm
(1 7.3 x3.8 x 1 4.1 inches) 5.0 kg (11 lbs)

switchable for other countries

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(Model AP-D21

4srpmAdapter. Screwdriver. Operator'sManual.

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

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does not include cartridge.)

OptimalStylus

Pressure. ......2.Ograms Output Voltage. 5 mV (DlN)
Channel Separation. . . 20 dB Frequency Response. . 20to 20,0OO Hz Cartridge Load f . .. .47 kohms

ReplacementStylus .. RS-85 AkaiCleaningKit.. .. CK-200 ' For improvement purposes, specilications and design are subject to change without notice.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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