AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement

はじめに

This guide is used to provide step-by-step instructions for replacing the Cam Gear Assembly on all AT-LP60/LP60X and AT-LP3/LP3X models. The part being replaced has a possible link to inconsistent functionality of the auto start/stop function of the automatic turntable.

The part number for the cam gear assembly is 701-SL24F-192, and can be purchased through the Audio-Technica parts department; (330)686-2600 ext.5002 || parts@atus.com

必要な工具と部品

手順1 Remove Power From The Turntable

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Remove Power From The Turntable: 手順 1、 1の画像 1

Unplug the power source located on the back of the turntable.

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手順2 Press The Stop Button

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Press The Stop Button: 手順 2、 1の画像 1

Press the stop button located at the front of the turntable one time.
During this step, remove your record (if one is on the turntable) and remove the black felt mat.

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手順3 Perform Mechanical Reset

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Perform Mechanical Reset: 手順 3、 1の画像 1

With your right hand, hold the tone arm in the rest so that it does not move.
With your left hand, slowly rotate the platter clockwise until you hear a series of clicks.
After hearing the series of clicks, the cam gear assembly should not rotate while you continue to rotate the platter - if the cam gear is still rotating, press the stop button again and repeat step 3.
Cam gear assembly - white gear visible through holes of the platter.
Allowing the tone arm to move freely during this process can result in the stylus being broken.

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手順4 Detach Belt & Remove Platter

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Detach Belt & Remove Platter: 手順 4、 2の画像 1

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Detach Belt & Remove Platter: 手順 4、 2の画像 2

Gently pull the belt up and off of the gold pulley.
Remove the platter by grabbing the platter from the two circles, and pull straight up.

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手順5 Remove Screw

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Remove Screw: 手順 5、 1の画像 1

Remove the screw in the center of the cam gear assembly.
Keep screw for Step 9.

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手順6 Remove Cam Gear Assembly

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Remove Cam Gear Assembly: 手順 6、 1の画像 1

Once the screw is removed, pull the cam gear directly up to remove it.

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手順7 Adjust Shaft Assembly

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Adjust Shaft Assembly: 手順 7、 1の画像 1

Position the metal shaft against the metal bar.
Ensure brass bushing is lying flat in between the grooves.
Position the white plastic part such that it is touching the hole closest to the center post.

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手順8 Position New Cam Gear Assembly

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Position New Cam Gear Assembly: 手順 8、 2の画像 1

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Position New Cam Gear Assembly: 手順 8、 2の画像 2

Place the new cam gear assembly on the center post, it will fall into place once the rest of this step is complete - DO NOT force the cam gear assembly down.
When the cam gear is placed, the open area of the cam gear should be facing the inner spindle as shown.
Locate the metal hook at the end of the spring, and gently slide it away from the cam gear until the cam gear drops into position.

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手順9 Mount New Cam Gear Assembly

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Mount New Cam Gear Assembly: 手順 9、 1の画像 1

Secure the cam gear assembly with the screw set aside from Step 5.

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手順10 Mount Platter And Belt

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Mount Platter And Belt: 手順 10、 3の画像 1

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Mount Platter And Belt: 手順 10、 3の画像 2

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Mount Platter And Belt: 手順 10、 3の画像 3

Flip the platter upside-down and ensure the belt is stretched around the inner ring.
Mount the platter back onto the center spindle.
Stretch the belt around the gold pulley.
If the belt is connected to anything except the silver platter and the gold pulley this will cause the platter to spin inconsistently.

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手順11 Reconnect Power

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Reconnect Power: 手順 11、 1の画像 1

Reconnect the power source to the turntable.

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手順12 Place Slipmat And Record

AT-LP60X Cam Gear Assembly Replacement, Place Slipmat And Record: 手順 12、 1の画像 1

Place the slipmat back onto the platter, and try a record.
If the automatic start/stop function still does not work properly, the turntable would likely need to be sent in for repair. Please follow the instructions found in the warranty/repair section at the bottom of www.audio-technica.com
If you are sending the turntable in for repair - DO NOT SHIP ANY ACCESSORIES (DUST COVER, HINGES, BELT, PLATTER, SLIPMAT, OR CABLES). IMPROPER SHIPPING CAN CAUSE NON-REPAIRABLE DAMAGE TO THE TURNTABLE.