Introducere
This manual provides instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Grado Prestige Green3 Phono Cartridge. The Green3 is a hand-assembled moving iron cartridge designed to deliver high-fidelity analog sound with warmth and clarity.
Caracteristicile cheie includ:
- Exceptional Analog Sound Quality: Delivers rich, warm, and detailed audio.
- Elliptical Diamond Stylus: Precision-ground stylus for accurate groove tracking and reduced distortion.
- Hand-Assembled in Brooklyn, NY: Each cartridge is carefully assembled using decades of analog innovation.
- Compatible with Most Turntables: Standard 1/2" mount for wide tonearm compatibility.
- Engineered for Performance & Value: Features select coils for improved frequency response and channel balance.
Produs terminatview
Un unghi view of the Grado Prestige Green3 phono cartridge, showcasing its black housing with the silver 'GRADO' logo and the elliptical diamond stylus at the front. The gold-plated connection pins are visible on the left side.
Configurare și instalare
Despachetarea
Carefully remove the Grado Prestige Green3 cartridge from its packaging. Ensure all components, including the mounting screws, are present.
Montarea cartusului
- Oprire: Ensure your turntable and amplifier are powered off and unplugged before beginning installation.
- Scoateți cartușul vechi (dacă este cazul): If replacing an existing cartridge, carefully disconnect the four color-coded wires from the old cartridge and remove it from the tonearm headshell.
- Atașați fire: Connect the four color-coded wires from your tonearm to the corresponding pins on the Grado Green3 cartridge. Standard color coding is typically:
- Red: Right Channel Hot (+)
- Green: Right Channel Ground (-)
- White: Left Channel Hot (+)
- Blue: Left Channel Ground (-)
- Secure to Headshell: Using the provided mounting screws, attach the Grado Green3 cartridge to your turntable's headshell. The Green3 uses a standard 1/2" mount. Do not overtighten the screws initially.
- Aliniere: Proper cartridge alignment is crucial for optimal sound and stylus longevity. Refer to your turntable's manual for specific alignment instructions (e.g., overhang, azimuth, vertical tracking angle). A protractor tool is often used for this step.
- Forța de urmărire: Set the tracking force according to the manufacturer's recommendation for the Grado Green3. This information is typically found in the cartridge's packaging or on the Grado website. Use a reliable tracking force gauge for accuracy.
- Anti-patinaj: Adjust the anti-skate setting on your tonearm to match the tracking force.
Operațiunea
Once installed and properly aligned, the Grado Prestige Green3 cartridge operates like any standard phono cartridge.
- Selectați intrare: Asigurați-vă amplifier or receiver is set to the "Phono" input.
- Înregistrare loc: Carefully place a vinyl record on your turntable platter.
- Braț inferior: Use the tonearm lift mechanism to gently lower the stylus onto the record's lead-in groove. Avoid dropping the tonearm directly onto the record.
- Redare: Enjoy the audio playback.
- Sfârșitul redării: At the end of the record, use the tonearm lift to raise the stylus and return the tonearm to its rest.
Întreţinere
Curățarea stiloului
Regular stylus cleaning is essential for optimal sound quality and to prolong the life of your records and stylus. Use a soft stylus brush, brushing gently from back to front (never side-to-side or front-to-back) to remove dust and debris.
Cartridge Body Cleaning
Wipe the cartridge body with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Avoid using liquid cleaners near the stylus or cantilever.
Înlocuire stilou
The elliptical diamond stylus has a finite lifespan. Over time, wear will degrade sound quality and potentially damage records. Consult Grado's recommendations for stylus replacement intervals. The Prestige series styli are user-replaceable.
Depanare
| Emisiune | Cauza posibila | Soluţie |
|---|---|---|
| Fără sunet sau volum scăzut | Incorrect input selection; Loose connections; Amplifier/turntable not powered on. | Ensure "Phono" input is selected; Check all wiring connections; Verify power to all components. |
| Distorted Sound / Skipping | Improper tracking force; Incorrect alignment; Dirty stylus; Damaged stylus; Damaged record. | Adjust tracking force; Re-align cartridge; Clean stylus; Inspect stylus for damage (replace if necessary); Clean record. |
| Zgomot de zumzet sau bâzâit | Grounding issue; Proximity to electrical interference; Loose connections. | Ensure turntable is properly grounded to the amplifier; Move components away from power supplies or other electronics; Check all wiring connections. |
| Dezechilibru canal | Loose wire connection; Damaged stylus/cantilever; Uneven tracking force/anti-skate. | Check wire connections to the cartridge and tonearm; Inspect stylus for damage; Re-check tracking force and anti-skate settings. |
Specificații
- Nume model: Prestige Series Green3
- Marca: GRADO
- Tip: Moving Iron Phono Cartridge
- Stilou: Diamant eliptic
- Montare: Standard 1/2"
- Componente incluse: Șuruburi de montare
- Material: Metal, plastic
- Culoare: Verde
- Greutatea articolului: 0.634 uncii
- Dimensiuni pachet: 2.4 x 1.26 x 1.26 inci
- Caracteristica speciala: Grado’s OTL technology, Hand-selected cartridges from Black3 production runs, Three-piece OTL cantilever with Grado specific diamond, Patented Flux-Bridger design
- Dispozitive compatibile: Placă turnantă
- Format semnal: Analogic
Garanție și suport
For warranty information and technical support, please contact GRADO directly or refer to the official GRADO webPăstrați dovada achiziției pentru reclamații în garanție.
Producător: GRADO
Seller (on Amazon): 4OurEars - The Official Grado Store
