KAM BDX900 USB Instruction Manual

KAM BDX900 USB 

BELT DRIVE USB TURNTABLE

HARDWARE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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START/STOP BUTTON

Press this button to start

or stop the platter.

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PLATTER

The platter is equipped with a

slipmat. This makes it easier to manipulate the

record for scratch performances.

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MOTOR OFF

Press the button to disengage the

motor, and the LED will flash. Press the button

again to re-engage the motor.

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TARGET LIGHT

Insert target light to the deck

and it will light up.

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PLATTER REVOLUTION SPEED BUTTONS

For 33

rpm - press 33. For 45 rpm - press 45. For 78

rpm - press 33 & 45 simultaneously.

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REVERSE

This button is used to reverse the

direction of the platter rotation.

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PITCH SLIDER

Use this to change the speed of

the platter. When the pitch slider is at 0%, the

pitch indicator will light.

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45RPM ADAPTER

Place on center spindle for

playing 7" records with large center holes.

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POWER ON/OFF SWITCH

Used to turn the

turntable on and off.

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POWER CORD CONNECTOR

Used to connect to

the mains, using the supplied power cord.

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USB SOCKET

USB output connection.

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PHONO/LINE SWITCH

This is a switchable

‘phono level’ or ‘line level’ output (using RCA

jacks) which can be connected to the ‘phono’ or

'line' input on an exterior unit.

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TONE ARM

This is a fully manual tone arm. To

start playback, gently place the stylus on the

record using the headshell finger support. Don’t

drop the stylus onto the record as it may cause

damage to the diamond tip and to the record.

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COUNTERWEIGHT

Adjustment creates the

proper downward pressure of the stylus to the

record. By sliding the counterweight onto the

rear of the tone arm. Twist it lightly and it will

screw onto the rear shaft of the tone arm.

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ANTI-SKATE KNOB

This applies inward force to

the tone arm so it doesn’t skip outward across

the record due to the centrifugal force of the

record spinning. Cartridge manufacturers usually

specify the proper setting for this.

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TONE ARM LIFT

Controls the up and down

action of the tone arm.

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TONEARM CLAMP & REST

Use this rest for the

tonearm while changing a record. Attach the

tonearm to the rest using the clamp when the

turntable isn’t used or when it is transported.

This prevents the tone arm from accidentally

turning towards the platter and damaging the

needle of the cartridge.

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HEAD SHELL LOCKING NUT

Attach the head

shell by inserting it into the front end of the tone

arm and then turn the locking nut clockwise.

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HEADSHELL

Install cartridge here. When

installing a cartridge, refer to the installation

instructions supplied by the manufacturer of that

cartridge. Attach the stylus protector to guard

the stylus tip from damage.

Attach wires as follows:

White (L+) Left channel +

Blue (L-) Left channel –

Red (R+) Right channel +

Green (R-) Right channel –

Visit the Kam website: 

www.kam.co.uk/tuition

for

full tone arm assembly instructions.

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OUTPUT L & R

This is the standard analog

output (RCA jacks) which can be connected either

to a phono or line input on any DJ mixer, or

amplifier depending on the setting of the phono /

line selector.

OPERATING

1.

Turn the power dial to turn on and the speed

indicator and the strobe-illuminator will light up.

2.

Insert target light for illumination the stylus.

3.

Place a record on the turntable mat. When

playing a 45rpm record with a large center hole;

place the 45rpm adapter on the center spindle.

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Set the rotation speed to match the record.

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Release the arm clamp.

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Set the cueing lever to the up position.

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Press the Start/Stop button and the turntable

platter will start to rotate.

8.

Move the tone arm over the desired groove.

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Set the cueing lever to the down position, the

tone arm will descend slowly onto the record and

play begins.

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Adjust the pitch to a desirable speed. During

play, observe the strobe dots. If the strobe dots

appear to the right, the pitch is slower than the

rated speed. If they flow to the left, the rated

speed. If the strobe dots appear stationary, which

means the platter is in normal turntable speed,

move the pitch control slider up or down to

adjust the speed.

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To suspend play, lift arm with cueing lever.

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When play is finished, raise the cueing lever,

move the tone arm to the armrest and secure

the tone arm with the arm clamp.

13.

Press the Start/Stop button to stop the

platter rotating.

14.

Turn the power dial to turn off the power.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

You will find two free downloadable PDF files at

www.kam.co.uk/tuition

. One covers everything

you need to know about correct connection and

installation of you new Kam turntables and all

other related equipment. The other provides a

step by step guide to mixing for beginners.

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OVERVIEW

The KAM BDX900 USB turntable is designed to give you

maximum flexibility and features for minimum cost. This

deck should combine all the features you may have

wished for with a top build quality and specification.

PRECAUTION 

Read the manual carefully before operation. 

Do not remove cover or back to prevent electrical shock.

NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 

The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as

drinks glasses, should be placed on the apparatus. Use

the unit on a flat surface. Be sure not to connect the

power or cables before moving the unit. Do not use

chemical solvents on the unit.

Checklist of Parts:

1 x Turntable unit

1 x Turntable platter

1 x Slip mat

1 x 45 RPM adapter

1 x Counterweight

1 x Cartridge

1 x Headshell

1 x Target light

1 x USB cable

1 x mains power cable

SPECIFICATION

MOTOR

DC motor

DRIVING METHOD

Belt drive

START TIME

Less than 1 second

STOP TIME

Less than 1 second

SPEED SELECTION

33rpm / 45rpm / 78rpm

SPEED ADJUSTMENT

+/-10%

WOW & FLUTTER

Less than 0.2% WRMS (JIS WTD)

TONE ARM TYPE

Static balanced S-shaped tone arm

TRACKING ERROR ANGLE

Less than 3°

CARTRIDGE WEIGHT

13 ~ 18g

ANTI-SKATE RANGE

0 ~ 4g

COMPUTER INTERFACE

USB 1.1 compliant

Windows ME/2000/XP

Apple OS9.1 / OSX

POWER SUPPLY

AC240V ~ 50Hz

POWER CONSUMPTION

5.5 Watts

DIMENSIONS

449 x 145 x 370mm

WEIGHT

4Kgs

Due to continuous product development, specifications and appearance are subject to change.

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