Crosley C8A-WA 2-Speed Belt-Driven Turntable with Built-in Switchable Pre-Amp

Specifications

• POWER AC-DC POWER ADAPTOR 12V 2.0A
• POWER CONSUMPTION 1W
• TURNTABLE SPEED 331/3, 45 RPM
• WOW AND FLUTTER <0.15%
• SIGNAL TO NOISE >60dB
• EFFECTIVE TONEARM LENGTH 8.72” (221.5mm)
• OVERHANG 0.75”
• PRODUCT DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) 17.13” x 5.67” x 14.43”
• WEIGHT 13.00 lbs
• Needle: Crosley NP-5
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20Hz – 20kHz
• CHANNEL BALANCE <2.5 dB
• CHANNEL SEPARATION >15 dB
• OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2.5 mV
• RECOMMENDED LOAD RESISTANCE 47k Ω
• RECOMMENDED TRACKING PRESSURE 3.5±0.5g

If you don’t want to utilize the pre-mounted moving magnet cartridge and stylus, you may personalize your configuration using the counterweight, anti-skate control, and detachable head shell on the aluminum tonearm, which matches the platter.

Crosley began with the plinth and added a larger piece of audio grade MDF and a full size metal platter to give it a more solid appearance. A turntable with two speeds can play 45 and 33 1/3 RPM records.

Crosley separated the engine and spun the full-size aluminum platter with an external belt to reduce vibration that would compromise sound quality. The C8 Turntable is simple to connect to your speakers or audio system. Your music system’s line-out or auxiliary output should be selected.

Safety Instructions

1. Read and understand this entire manual before using this product.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use the device near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Always ensure sufficient ventilation. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce or radiate heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades, one being wider than the other. A grounding- type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories that have been specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold along with the device. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/device combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this device during lightning storms or when not being used for longer periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as: The power-supply cord or plug has been damaged, liquid has been spilled or entered the device, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, or objects have fallen into the device, the device does not work normally, or it has been dropped.
15. Please keep the unit in a good ventilation environment at any time

Items in this package

Before throwing away any packaging materials, please check thoroughly and make sure you find the following items that come along with this package:

• Turntable
• Turntable Lid
• Turntable Platter
• Turntable Slip Mat
• Headshell
• 45 RPM adapter
• Tonearm Counterweight
• Power Adaptor
• RCA Cable

Please contact Crosley customer service if there is any accessory missing from the package. Retain the original packaging materials for exchange or return purposes.

Product Description

1. Hinge
2. Drive Pulley
3. Drive Belt
4. Turntable Spindle
5. Turntable Platter
6. Speed Selector
7. Tonearm Counterweight
8. Downforce Scale Dial
9. Anti-Skate Adjustment Dial
10. Tonearm Lift
11. Cue Lever
12. Tonearm Rest
13. Hold Down Clip
14. Tonearm
15. Head shell Locking Ring
16. Head shell
17. Phone/Line Switch
18. RCA Jacks
19. Ground Connector
20. Power Jack

Initial Setup

Essential Setup

1. Place the unit on a flat and level surface. The selected location should be stable and free from vibration.
2. Install the turntable lid to the hinges.
3. Remove the tie-wrap that is holding the tonearm.
4. Install the turntable platter and drive belt accordingly
5. Place the slip mat on top of the turntable platter.
6. Insert the Headshell into the socket at the front of the tonearm, and then turn the Headshell Locking Ring counter-clockwise. As the ring turns, it pulls the heashell into its seated position.
7. Slide Tonearm Counterweight onto tonearm and twist it lightly onto the rear shaft of the tonearm.
8. Adjust the counterweight to set proper stylus pressure.
9. Connect AC adaptor to the Power Jack of the unit.

Note: Do not plug the AC power adaptor to power outlet before all the assembly is completed. Before turning the power on, make sure again all the connection settings are correct. Always turn off the power when connecting or disconnecting.

Tonearm Counterweight Adjustment for Stylus Pressure

1. Remove the stylus protector from the cartridge and avoid touching the stylus tip during the adjustment.
2. Lift up the Tonearm from its rest and gently hold it. The tone arm is unbalanced at this point.
3. Carefully rotate the Counterweight towards the front of the turntable until the tonearm is horizontally balanced and hovers freely just above the platter without the stylus touching the platter surface.
4. Return the tonearm to the Tonearm Rest.
5. While holding the counterweight steady without any rotation, rotate carefully only the Downforce Scale Dial until the “0” on the scale lines up with the centerline marked along the top of the tonearm.
6. Rotate the counterweight including the downforce scale dial counter-clockwise (as seen from the front of the turntable) to adjust the pressure to the stylus manufacturer recommendations.

Note:

• Each mark on the scale represents 0.1g (gram).
• The recommended pressure for the factory-installed cartridge is 3.5g.

Turntable Platter and Belt Setup

1. Put the drive belt around the Turntable Platter, and then gently pull the belt to fit around the slot of motor pulley.

Phono/Line Switch

For increased flexibility of use, this unit has a built-in stereo phono pre-amplifier. If you prefer to use the phono input of your stereo system or your standalone phono pre-amplifier, set the Phono/Line switch to the PHONO position. Otherwise, please set it to LINE position and make connection to the AUX input or other high-level input on your stereo system.

Stereo System Connection

RCA Jacks

• The RCA Jacks of this unit are shared as both the Phono output jacks and the Line output jacks. They are determined by the Phono/Line Switch.
• When used as a line output, the jacks output analog line-level signals and could be connected directly with a pair of active speakers or the appropriate input of your stereo system. When used as a Phono output, they should be connected to the phono pre-amp or the phono input of the stereo system.
• The Red plug connects with the Right channel and the White plug connects with the Left channel.

Note:

• If the Phono/Line switch is set at LINE position but RCA jacks connected to the stereo system’s phono input, the sound might be distorted due to input overload and could damage your stereo system.
• If the Phono/Line switch is set at PHONO position but RCA jack connected to the stereo system’s line input, the volume will be very low due to lacking signal pre-amplification.
• RCA Jack is not designed to be connected directly to the passive/unpowered speakers and if it does, the volume will be very low.

Turntable Operation

1. Place the record on the turntable. Use the 45 RPM Adapter if necessary.
2. Turn the Speed Selector to the desired speed.
3. Remove the stylus protector from the stylus assembly.

Note: To avoid stylus damage, make certain the included stylus guard is in place whenever the turntable is being moved or cleaned.

4. Use the Tonearm Lift Lever to raise the Tonearm Lift and let the Tonearm sit on it, and move it over the record where play is desired to begin.
5. Set the Tonearm Lift Lever back to the down position, the tonearm will descend slowly onto the record and begin playback.
6. When the record is finished playing, use the Tonearm Lift Lever to raise the tonearm and then return it to the Tonearm Rest. To suspend the playback, repeat the same steps.

Anti-Skate Adjustment

• A small outward “anti-skating” force can be applied to the tone arm to compensate for the “skating” force that pulls the arm toward the center of the record.
• For best performance during normal turntable usage, it is recommended to set the anti-skate control knob to the same value as indicated by the downforce scale dial.

Needle Replacement

Removing Needle

1. Gently pull down the front edge of the needle.
2. Pull needle forward.
3. Pull out and remove.

Installing Needle

1. Position the needle with its tip facing down.
2. Line up the back of the needle with the cartridge.
3. Insert the needle with its front end at a downward angle and gently lift the front of the needle upward until it snaps into place.

Cartridge Replacement

1. Before replacement, put the stylus protector back on the stylus to prevent damage to the stylus during the replacement process.
2. Carefully remove the wire leads from the original cartridge.
3. Loosen the two screws on the head shell that are securing the cartridge and then remove the original cartridge.
4. Mount the new cartridge to the head shell and tighten it lightly. Do not completely tighten the screws at this moment.
5. Connect the wire leads to the new cartridge’s terminals. The wire lead color codes are as below:

• White Left channel positive (L+)
• Blue Left channel negative (L–)
• Red Right channel positive (R+)
• Green Right channel negative (R-)

6. Adjust the cartridge’s position to make sure it is precisely aligned on the head shell so that the stylus will be tracking the grooves in parallel perfectly.
7. Tighten the screws completely once the perfect alignment is achieved.

Turntable Maintenance

1. Do not touch the stylus tip with your fingers. Avoid bumping the stylus on the turntable mat or a record’s edge.
2. Clean the stylus frequently with a soft brush with a back-to-front motion only.
3. Clean the records to get rid of dust or grease with a record cleaning brush and record cleaning solution.
4. Clean the turntable lid and turntable cabinet with a slightly damped microfiber cloth.

Note: Do not use cleanser other that contains alcohol, benzene or any other harsh chemicals, which might damage the paint and finish of the turntable.

** Crosley offers a product line of different cleaning accessories. Please ask your retailer or check out our website www.crosleyradio.com for more cleaning product information.

Troubleshooting

There is no power

• Power adaptor is not connected correctly.
• No power at the power outlet.

Power is on, but the platter does not turn

• Turntable’s drive belt is not installed or has slipped off.

Turntable is spinning, but there is no sound, or sound not loud enough

• Stylus protector is still on.
• Tone arm is lift up by the lever.

Record sounds too fast or too slow.

• Wrong speed selected for the record.

Strong hum on phono input

• The cable is not grounded correctly

FCC Statements

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.

FAQ’s

• How can I link my Bluetooth speaker from Crosley?
  Click the settings button on your iOS or Android smartphone to open the Bluetooth options. You may discover details about additional devices in the area of the Bluetooth settings. Both the speaker and the phone are now in pairing mode. The devices will be linked after the pairing is finished.
• Has Crosley Bluetooth technology?
  The Cruiser Deluxe has recently been upgraded with Bluetooth and pitch control, enabling you to stream your favorite music wirelessly to the turntable’s powerful full-range speakers and personalize your listening experience.
• Does a preamp come with Crosley record players?
  Crosley Radio’s P10 Phono Preamp. Connect this sleek preamp to powered speakers to give your Crosley C Series turntable a powerful sound. It’s the ideal companion device. High-end metal construction and gold-plated RCA plugs produce clear audio with ideal balance and no interference.
• What is the operation of Crosley Bluetooth?
  Your audio device has to have Bluetooth enabled. Search for “Crosley CR8005D” and pair. You will hear a brief confirmation sound from the device after your device has been successfully connected with it, and the function indicator will turn blue. Play and stream music to the gadget from your device.
• Does my Crosley record player require an electrical outlet?
  Simply insert it into the headphone jack to use it. A 3.5 to 3.5 cable is required. The same thing would happen if you put your phone’s headphone jack into the aux jack on your speaker and played music. The speaker I use is the same and is functional.
• Can my Crosley record player be connected to speakers?
  Product details. The Crosley S100 speakers include Bluetooth connection and a built-in 30 watt power amp. They were made with turntables in mind. Plug in the speakers, pair your Bluetooth-enabled wireless device with your Crosley turntable using the provided speaker wire or RCA connector, and turn the music up!
• For a Crosley record player, do you need speakers?
  Designers at Crosley converted their turntables become things rather than merely audio players in order to capitalise on the nostalgic vogue of vinyl. They are all-in-one players with built-in speakers, similar to Dansettes.
• Can I trust a Crosley with my records?
  Yes. Every time a record is played, a little bit of the record is rubbed off by every needle that comes into touch with it. Even costly needles on the greatest turntables available cause some wear and tear over time with frequent spins. This is vinyl’s regrettable drawback.
• What causes the distorted sound on my Crosley record player?
  Check to see if anything is preventing the record from moving if the record player sounds like the speed is changing or the sound is twisted. Basically, make sure the player’s back is in a position that won’t scratch the record.
• Why would my record player not play music?
  Verify that your amplifier and speakers are turned on. Remove the stylus protector (1) from the stylus (2) before playback if it is still there. Make sure it doesn’t come off with the stylus. Check your tonearm balance since the stylus won’t track in the record grooves without the proper tracking weight.

References

• User Manual