Clearaudio Black Picture Master Innovation User Manual

User Manual for Clearaudio models including: Black Picture Master Innovation, Black Picture, Master Innovation, Innovation

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Master I nnovation Black Picture w ith: Clearaudio tonearm ,,Universal" and clearaudio cartridge ,,Goldfinger Statement".

Master I nnovation Wood Picutre w ith:
Clearaudio tonearm ,,TT1 MI " and Clearaudio cartridge ,,Goldfinger Statement".
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Dear Clearaudio customer,
Congratulations to your choice to upgrade your I nnovation to a Master I nnovation turntable, a world class turntable, handmade in Germany by Clearaudio electronic GmbH.
Like the model I nnovation the Master I nnovation has a resonance minimizing chassis construction in a sandwich combination with the innovative motor unit (low noise level and high turning moments), which guarantees total isolation of resonances from the turntable chassis, providing the best music reproduction and authentic High End imaging.
The Clearaudio patented CMB-Bearing-Technology, an inverted bearing with jewelled and polished ceramic bearing shaft and a bronzed liner, provides frictionless analogue enjoyment.
This user manual described the reconstruction from the turntable I nnovation to the turntable Master I nnovation. For more information regarding the Master I nnovation you will get a separate user manual.
We wish you a lot of musical enjoyments with your new Clearaudio Master I nnovation turntable.
Clearaudio electronic GmbH
This section must be read before any connection is made to the mains supply.

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Safety instructions
1. General information Check the turntable for any damage before using it. Do not connect the turntable if damaged!
Never connect the turntable if it has been dropped or gotten wet, contact your dealer to have the turntable checked.
Never expose the turntable to rain or moisture.
Never touch the power cord of the device with wet hands.
Regular visual inspections for defective insulation on the connection cable are also recommended for your own safety. A damaged cable should be replaced immediately by a specialist!
Never pull on the power cord to unplug the device. Always pull directly on the plug!
The inside of the turntable is maintenance free. Never open the case or attempt to repair the unit yourself, since this can lead to loss of warranty!
We recommend disconnecting the power supply from the mains if you do not operate the device for a longer period of t im e.
The turntable does not feature an automatic shut-off mechanism. Therefore, as soon as the stylus has reached the run-out groove, engage the tonearm lift and switch the turntable off.
Not suitable for children! Scope of delivery may contain small parts that can be swallowed.
2. Intended use The Master I nnovation is a turntable for playing records. The intended use of the Master I nnovation in accordance with the information provided in the user manual only.
The power supply may only be operated with maximum permissible connection values according to the technical data. Any other use or modification of this product is not intended.
3. Location of installation Avoid locations with direct sunlight, temperature fluctuations and high humidity. Likewise, avoid placing electronic devices near heaters, heat lamps, or other devices that produce heat.
The device is designed for operation at room temperature.
No objects with an open flame may be placed on or near the device (burning candles or similar).
4. Overload The product is designed to comply with all necessary safety regulations. However, you should not leave the device unattended under extreme loads.
5. Maintenance Never use agressive cleaning detergent.
Do not use dry cloths for cleaning as this generates static electricity. Suitable cleaning and care products from Clearaudio are available from www.analogshop.de or from specialist retailers.
The bearing of the turntable platter can be lubricated every 2 years with the oil provided. Put 1 or 2 drops of the oil into the bearing for lubrication.

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6. Health information Permanently high volume can lead to various types of hearing damage. Use high volume responsibly!
7. Service The Master I nnovation turntable should be repaired during the guarantee period by the manufacturer only, otherwise the warranty claim expires. All Clearaudio products should only be serviced by specialist retailers.
I f, despite the high production standard, a service is necessary, the Master I nnovation turntable must be send to Clearaudio through your dealer.
8. Transport Use the original packing material for further transportation of the Master I nnovation turntable, otherwise serious damage could occur.
Be sure to pack the device exactly as it was shipped. Safe transport is only guaranteed in the original packaging.
Proceed in reverse as described for assembly when packing.
Always remove the turntable platter and replace the foam securing the sub-platter and cover the bearing with tape as well. Otherwise serious damage can occur.
Remove also the pulley from the motor axle to avoid any damage during transport.
Clearaudio assumes no liability for any damage that may occur due to incorrect packing.
9. Disposal Do not dispose this product together with other waste. WEEE Reg. No.: DE26004446
10. CE Marking This electronic product corresponds to the applicable guidelines for obtaining the CE mark.

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User manual Cont ent s
1. Packing overview .............................................................. 4 2. List of components ............................................................ 5 3. Reconstruction Innovation to Master Innovation............. 6 - 16 4. Fine adjustment of the motor............................................ 16 5. Troubleshooting ................................................................ 17 6. Technical data ................................................................... 18 Warranty information............................................................ 19

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User manual 1. Packing overview
Box 1 of 2: Drive unit, already pre-mounted at factory, accessories
Box 2 of 2: Stainless steel platter,
drive platter (38 mm)
Pic. 1: Packing overview

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2. List of components
Clearaudio's special secure packaging for your Master I nnovation turntable ensures safe transportation. Please keep this original packaging, in case you need to transport or ship the turntable at any point in the future.

Clearaudio Master I nnovation components list:

Pic. 2: List of components

First drive unit, pre-mounted

(Box 1 of 2)

Stainless steel sub-platter

(Box 2 of 2)

Platter with magnets (28mm)

(Box 2 of 2)

Drive bearing
Accessoires: Pulley, white gloves, 2x drive belts, hex wrench (# 8), bearing oil, user manual, QCQ-Card, warranty card

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User manual 3. Reconstruction Innovation to Master Innovation
The reconstruction of the turntable I nnovation to Master I nnovation is easy as most parts of the turntable chassis are already pre-assembled and has been tested at the factory. Please use the enclosed white gloves in order to avoid scratches or unwanted fingerprints on the turntable parts or platters. After the reconstruction the Master I nnovation turntable requires a space for setup of at least (in inch): 18.9 x 19.3.
19.29 inches / 490 mm
18.90 inches 480 mm Pic. 3: Required setup space (with Clearaudio tonearm Unify)

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Before you can start to reconstruct the I nnovation turntable to the Master I nnovation please pay attention that all bases of the I nnovation turntable have the height of 40 mm! I f one of your bases has not the height of 40 mm, please contact the dealer, where you have purchased your I nnovation turntable. 1.) Take off the tonearm base and the blind screw on the other base at your I nnovation turntable (as shown in Pic. 4).
Pic. 4: I nnovation turntable backside
2.) In the next step take off carefully the drive platter of your I nnovation. Please keep all platters with you, as you need the platters again for the upgrade to the Master I nnovation.

Pic. 5: Taking off the drive platter Made in Germany

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3.) Now remove carefully the stainless steel platter with the mounting clip (accessory of I nnovation t ur nt able) . Avoid major side forces to avoid any damages to the ceramic bearing!

Pic. 6: Taking off the stainless steel platter
4.) Next please remove the bearing of your I nnovation. For that unscrew carefully the screw on the lower side of the turntable and pull the bearing out of the chassis.

Pic. 7: Removing the bearing Page 10

Screw on the lower side © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2024-01

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5.) Take out the delivered drive bearing for the Master I nnovation. Please remove carefully any protective security tape from the bearing. Now you can put the new bearing into the chassis (see pic. 6) and arm the bearing with the delivered screw on the lower side of the turntable.

Pic. 8: Setup of the drive bearing
6.) Now please exchange the pulley of the I nnovation turntable with the delivered pulley.
Pulley I nnovation
Pic. 9: Exchange of the pulleys

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Please pay attention that the exchanged Master I nnovation pulley is flush mounted with the axis of the motor.
Pulley for Master I nnovation
Distance is approx. 1,2 mm
Pic. 10: Setup of the Master I nnovation pulley
Now the upgrade from the I nnovation to the Master I nnovation is completed and you can switch over to the setup of the Master I nnovation. I n the user manual for the Master I nnovation you will find the packing list, packing overview and of course the whole description for the setup of the Master I nnovation. To make it easier for you, you can also go ahead with the following description: 7.) I n the next step remove carefully the lamination of the sensor on the upper surface of the turntable chassis. Please remove the lamination extreme carefully and avoid any soiling and scratches. Take the stainless steel sub-platter again carefully with both hands and put it onto the bearing. The lower side must show to the bearing. Through a lightly (!!) up and down movement the platter will slip onto the bearing upper part (Pic. 11 and 12). Please remove the lamination extreme carefully and avoid any soiling and scratches.

Pic. 11: Setup of the sub platter Page 12

Pic. 12: Setupf of the sub platter © clearaudio electronic GmbH, 2024-01

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8.) Take the drive platter with both hands carefully out of the box and remove the protection sheet. Please pay attention that the magnets on the upper surface of the drive platter must be faced upwards.
Magnets (face upwards)
Pic. 13: Setup of the drive platter
9.) Put one of the delivered drive belts around the drive platter and the pulley. Please pay attention that the drive belt is not twisted.

Pic. 12: Setup of the drive belt Made in Germany

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10.) Now take carefully the turntable unit out of the box 2 und set it onto the drive unit as shown in the picture below (pic.13) Please pay attention that the protection sheet betw een both units still remain to avoid any damages! Please pay attention that all center pins must be set very carefully into all threaded holes.
Center pin to set into threaded hole

Pic. 13: Setup of the turntable unit

Center pin to set into threaded hole

Pic. 14: Finished setup of the turntable unit Page 14

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11.) Take the stainless steel sub-platter out of the box 3 and remove only the protection sheet, but keep the protection film of the upper side of the sub-platter. Put the sub-platter very carefully onto the upper part of the bearing (Pic. 15a).
Now take the main platter out of the box and set it up onto the upper part of the bearing. The recess for the label must be faced upwards. Now you can carefully remove the protection film (pic. 15b). To avoid any damages on your bearing, the Delrin platter should have room temperature before the setup begin (approx. 20 ° Celsius).
Avoid major side forces to avoid any damages to the ceramic bearing!

Pic. 15a: Setup of the stainless steel subplatter

Pic. 15b: Setup of the main platter

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Pic. 16: Finished setup

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You will find suitable adjustment equipment under www.clearaudio.de or www.analogshop.de.
12.) To install the tonearm, please follow the user manual of the respective manufacturer.
I f you purchased your Clearaudio I nnovation turntable as a package with tonearm and cartridge, you will find a Smart Level Gauge in your accessory, which will help you to adjust the tracking force of the cartridge:
This position of the diamond correlates to a tracking force of 20 mN (2.0g).

tracking force too high!

tracking force too low!

Pic. 17: Using the Smart Stylus Gauge

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13.) To mount and adjust a cartridge, please follow the user manual of the respective manufacturer.
14.) The following final adjustment is very important: Please ensure that your turntable rack is in a levelled position.
Please check with the bubble level gauge, if your Master I nnovation turntable is in a levelled position. You can adjust each of the turntables feet to get the turntable levelled. Only if the turntable is in a levelled position you will get the best results with your Master I nnovation t ur nt able.

Pic. 18a: Alignment of the turntable

Pic. 18b: Adjustment of the height

15.) Please connect the mains plug to your power supply.

16.) By pushing the sensor switch, marked with "33 1/ 3" on
the motor, the turntable starts to spin until 33 1/ 3rpm is
reached.

After the initial setup we recommend to let the turntable spin for at least 15 to 30 minutes.

This ensures a smoother break in.

Pic. 19: Connection power supply and motor Made in Germany

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4. Fine adjustment of the Master Innovation motor
1.) The Master I nnovation is ready to play after ending the modification. But through the rebuilding speed differences could occur, because a complete new turntable is formed. In this case you have to correct the speed. Please proceed as described below.
For the correct adjustment of the speed please put the recommended Clearaudio Stroboscope Testrecord on the platter (See accessory pack I nnovation turntable). Follow hereby the instruction of the Stroboscope Testrecord user manual. To check the speed with highest accuracy please use the Clearaudio Speed Light (AC039) (www.analogshop.de).
On the front side of your turntable there are three setting trimmers (see pic. 15).
- left trimmer = setting 33 1/ 3rpm (near turntable motor)
- middle trimmer = setting 4 rpm - right trimmer = setting 78rpm
(near turntable bearing)

Pic. 20: Fine adjustment of the motor

I f you like to adjust the speed 33 1/ 3 rpm , take the aluminium screw driver (see accessories) and turn the left trimmer until you have reached the right speed according to the Stroboscope Testrecord (see user manual "Stroboscope Testrecord").

Turning the trimmer counter clockwise = reduces the turntable speed

Turning the trimmer clockwise = raises the turntable speed

Please proceed with the speed adjustment for 45 rpm and 78 rpm in the same way!

Please note:

I f the turntable does not reach the correct speed, the sensor or the scale ring could be dirty or dusty. To clean the sensor, please take off the two platters very carefully! Clean the sensor and the scale ring with a little isopropyl alcohol and a cotton bud.
Be careful and avoid any scratches on the sensor or the scale ring! I f the motor has further more speed variations please contact your nearest authorized Clearaudio dealer or directly the Clearaudio factory.

Now you are finally ready to play your vinyl records.

We wish you a lot of pleasure with your new Master I nnovation turntable.

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5. Troubleshooting
I f you have a problem with your Master I nnovation turntable, first check the possible causes to rule out incorrect operation. I f the error persists, please contact your dealer!

Never try to open the device and/or repair it yourself, this will void the warranty!

Error
Device does not w ork

Cause I s the power cord plugged in?

Measure Check the connection.

The tonearm and phono stage Check the cable connection between the tonearm

are not properly connected.

and the phono stage.

I s the amp turned on?

Check the power supply to the amplifier.

No sound

The volume on the amplifier/ Check the volume settings. loudspeaker is set too low or on ,, m ut e" .
I s the cartridge protective cap Remove the cartridge`s protective cap. still attached?

Bad sound / noise

I s the tonearm in the raised posit ion?

Lower the tonearm into the lead-in groove.

I s the stylus damaged?

Check the stylus and have the cartridge checked by a specialist if necessary.

I s the record or the stylus dirty or Clean the record / or the cartridge. Clearaudio

damaged?

offers many helpful accessories for care and

cleaning. I n the event of damage, we recommend

an assessment by a specialist and, if necessary,

an exchange.

I s the cartridge properly mounted Check the installation using the relevant user

into the tonearm?

manual and correct them if necessary.

Has the tracking force been set Adjust the tracking force. too high?

I s the correct operating mode Check the settings of your phono stage. (MM / MC) set on the amplifier? The pre/ amp does not have Check the settings of your phono stage. enough gain.

Pre/ amp is mismatched.

Swap the plugs of the turntable that are connected to the left and right outputs.

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Needle bounces or slides across
record
Platter does not turn
Noisy sound

I s the record or the stylus dirty Clean the record / or the cartridge. Clearaudio

or damaged?

offers many helpful accessories for care and

cleaning. I n the event of damage, we recommend

an assessment by a specialist and, if necessary,

an exchange.

Has the tracking force been set Adjust the tracking force. too high?

I s the record deformed or scrat ched?

Use a record clamp or replace the record.

I s the turntable level?

Check the alignment of the turntable and adjust if necessary.

I s the drive belt properly at t ached?

Check the position of the drive belt.

I s the power cord connected properly?

Check the connection.

No speed was selected / speed Select a speed and start the turntable. selection in position ,,0"/ "OFF".

I s the drive belt properly at t ached?

Check the position of the drive belt. I s it too loose and needs to be changed?

Contact problems with the signal Check all connections; reduce the level on the

connections (e.g. cinch plugs, (pre-)amplifier to a low volume for acoustic

adapters for extensions)

checking of gross errors.

Metal housing acts as an Humming noises antenna and catches hum.

I t can be helpful for conductivity to connect the
metal parts of the turntable to the ground of
the (phono) preamplifier. The turntable provides a grounding terminal for this purpose. Use a
sufficiently thick wire to establish the ground connect ion.

The pickup pins are mixed up, not Check the pin assignment of the pickup. connected correctly or defective.

Wrong speed selected.
The music doesn`t sound like usual

Check the record for recommended speed. There are also records in LP format (30 cm) that have to be played at 45 rpm ("maxi singles") and small records in single format (17 cm) that have to be played at 33 rpm (so-called " EP`s").

The turntable is spinning too fast/ too slow.

Adjust the speed according to the operating inst r uct ions.

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6. Technical data

Construction details:
Speed options: Drive unit:
Bearing: Pla t t er :
Speed accuracy (measured): Pow er consumption:
Total w eight: Dimensions (W/D/H): Dimensions (W/D/H): Manufacturer's warranty:

· Resonance-optimised chassis shape · Made of bullet proof wood and aluminium with precision
CNC machined surface · All turntable feet are finely adjustable · Playback with three tonearms possible
33 , 45, 78rpm · High torque 24V DC motor exclusively made for
Clearaudio; Optical Speed Control (OSC) in real time through infrared sensor · Decoupled DC motor in chassis; resonance damping device; belt-driven · Magnetic decoupling of turntable and addtional drive plat t er
· Clearaudio patented ceramic magnetic bearing (CMB) in main platter / upper drive platter assembly
· I nverted bearing in lower drive platter"
70mm / 2.75 inch main platter, made out of synthetic material with high-density and excellent dimension stability / / precision CNC machined surface, solid stainless steel subplatter, dynamically balanced
< ± 0.05%
Max. consumption: 9.5 watts Consumption in operation: 4.1 watts Standby mode: 2.4 watts Off mode: 0.0 watts Approx. 60kg (without tonearm and power supply)
Approx. 18.11 x 19.09 x 15.59 inches (with tonearm base, without tonearm)
Approx. 460 x 485 x 396mm (with tonearm base, without tonearm)
5 years*

* Provided that the warranty card is correctly completed and returned to Clearaudio, or your product is registered online at https:/ / clearaudio.de/ en/ service/ registration.php, within 14 days of purchase.

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The full, extended warranty period for the Master I nnovation turntable is 5 years. To receive this full Clearaudio warranty, you must either complete and return the relevant section of the warranty registration card to Clearaudio, or register your product online at https:/ / clearaudio.de/ en/ service/ registration.php, within 14 days of purchase. Otherwise only the legal warranty can be considered. The full 5 year warranty can only be honoured, if the product is returned in its original packing.
ENGLISH WARRANTY For warranty information, contact your local Clearaudio distributor. RETAIN YOUR PURCHASE RECEIPT
Your purchase receipt is your permanent record of a valuable purchase. I t should be kept in a safe place to be referred to as necessary for insurance purposes or when corresponding with Clearaudio. IMPORTANT When seeking warranty service, it is the responsibility of the consumer to establish proof and date of purchase. Your purchase receipt or invoice is adequate for such proof. FOR U.K. ONLY This undertaking is in addition to a consumer`s statutory rights and does not affect those rights in any way.
FRANÇAIS GARANTIE Pour des informations sur la garantie, contacter le distributeur local Clearaudio. CONSERVER L`ATTESTATION D`ACHAT L`attestation d`achat est la preuve permanente d`un achat de valeur. La conserver en lieu sur pour s`y reporter aux fins d`obtention d`une couverture d`assurance ou dansle cadre de correspondances avec Clearaudio. IMPORTANT
Pour l`obtention d`un service couvert par la garantie, il incombe au client d`établir la preuve de l`achat et d`en corroborer la date. Le reçu ou la facture constituent des preuves suffisantes.
DEUTSCH GARANTIE Bei Garantiefragen wenden Sie sich bitte zunächst an I hren Clearaudio Händler. Heben Sie I hren Kaufbeleg gut auf. WICHTIG! Die Angaben auf Ihrer Quittung erlauben uns die Identifizierung Ihres Gerätes und belegen mit dem Kaufdatum die Dauer Ihrer Garantie-Ansprüche. Für Serviceleistungen benötigen wir stets die Gerätenummer. Diese finden Sie auf dem
Typenschild auf der Rückseite des Gerätes oder auch in der beigefügten Garantie-Registrierkarte.
NEDERLANDS GARANTIE Voor inlichtingen omtrent garantie dient u zich tot uw plaatselijke Clearaudio. UW KWITANTIE, KASSABON E.D. BEWAREN
Uw kwitantie, kassabon e.d. vormen uw bewijs van aankoop van een waardevol artikel en dienen op een veilige plaats bewaard te worden voor evt, verwijzing bijv, in verbend met verzekering of bij correspondentie met Clearaudio. BELANGRIJK Bij een evt, beroep op de garantie is het de verantwoordelijkheid van de consument een gedateerd bewijs van aankoop te tonen. Uw kassabon of factuurzijn voldoende bewijs.

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ESPAÑOL GARANTIA Para obtener información acerca de la garantia póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Clearaudio. GUARDE SU RECIBO DE COMPRA
Su recibo de compra es su prueba permanente de haber adquirido un aparato de valor, Este recibo deberá guardarlo en un lugar seguro y utilizarlo como referencia cuando tenga que hacer uso del seguro o se ponga en contacto con Clearaudio. IMPORTANTE Cuando solicite el servicio otorgado por la garantia el usuario tiene la responsabilidad de demonstrar cuándo efectuó la compra. En este caso, su recibo de compra será la prueba apropiada.

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clearaudio electronic GmbH Spardorfer Straße 150 91054 Erlangen Germany

Phone / Tel.: + 49 9131 40300 100

Fax:

+ 49 9131 40300 119

www.clearaudio.de

www.analogshop.de

info@clearaudio.de

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Clearaudio Electronic accepts no liability for any misprints. Technical specifications are subject to change or improvement without prior notice. Product availability is as long as astock lasts. Copies and reprints of this document, including extracts, require written consent from Clearaudio Electronic GmbH, Germany.

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