Numark Industries TT500 - Manual (Page 15)

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Turntable does not turn on. Disconnected Power Cord? Connect Power Cord.
The sound level is very low. The Turntable is not connected to a
device with a PHONO preamp.
Connect the device to a preamp DJ
mixer or an AV receiver that has an
input labeled PHONO.
Problem Cause? Solution
The sound is on one side only. The Cartridge is not properly wired. Reconnect the wires from the
headshell to the cartridge. See the
"Cartridge Setup" section for more
detail.
Reconnect the wires from the
headshell to the cartridge. See the
"Cartridge Setup" section for more
detail.
The Stylus is worn out. Replace the stylus on the cartridge.
Replacement styli are available
from most Numark Retailers.
The Cartridge is not making a
proper connection.
Remove the cartridge, clean the
contacts on the back with Isopropyl
Alcohol, and reinsert it.
The Tonearm Tube is not making a
proper connection.
Remove the tube, clean the
contacts on the back with Rubbing
Alcohol, and reinsert it.
The Tonearm Tube may be
damaged. Replace the Tonearm
Tube.
The Stylus is worn out. Replace the stylus on the cartridge.
Replacement styli are available
from most Numark Retailers.
The RCA audio cord is damaged. If the RCA cord is frequently
connected and disconnected, it
may have become damaged and
needs to be replaced.
The output sound is very distorted. The Cartridge is not properly wired.
NOTE:
Static electricity and/or other external
interference may cause this unit to
malfunction. To reset the unit to its
normal condition, turn the power off
and then on again. If the problem
continues to persist, refer to the
connected component's
troubleshooting guides. If the
problem is not resolved after
checking these items, contact the
nearest authorized Numark dealer.
The Target Light glows
inconsistently, flickers, or doesn't
work at all.
The Target Light Lamp is burning
or burned out.
Replace the entire target light with
a compatible part like the Numark
TL-1.
The turntable skips like crazy. The Turntable is on an unstable
surface.
Follow the guidelines for installation
in the "Setup & Installation"
Section.
The Tone Arm is not balanced
properly.
Follow the guidelines for optimum
setup in the "Tone Arm Setup"
Section.
The Stylus is worn out. Replace the stylus on the cartridge.
Replacement styli are available
from most Numark Retailers.
The record is warped. Buy new records.
Excessive force is being applied
directly down on the platter.
Reread the "Operation" section of
this manual.