My L75
Printed From: Graham Slee Hifi System Components
Category: Turntable Audio
Forum Name: High Fidelity Turntable User
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Topic: My L75
Posted By: ICL1P
Subject: My L75
Date Posted: 12 Oct 2018 at 4:32pm
This'll be a slow progress thread. I picked this up from Barnsley on Wednesday. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
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Posted By: Richardl60
Date Posted: 12 Oct 2018 at 7:14pm
| includes bib grooveclean which is very good for light dust! |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 12 Oct 2018 at 10:25pm
I might put I to use on my Manticore Mantra. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Richardl60 wrote:Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 12 Oct 2018 at 10:27pm
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Good news! I fitted a plug and the motor works. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: Richardl60
Date Posted: 13 Oct 2018 at 9:54am
| Interesting article on TNT audio today re lencos..... |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 13 Oct 2018 at 2:11pm
 Every Lenco with a 12" arm should have one  https://lencohell.wordpress.com/2018/07/11/the-big-one/" rel="nofollow - https://lencohell.wordpress.com/2018/07/11/the-big-one/ ------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 13 Oct 2018 at 7:49pm
Bob, you should get one before you say goodbye to the Solid12. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 13 Oct 2018 at 7:55pm
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I've been reading a lot on lencoheaven today and am thinking I may be a little out of my depth. It's going to be easy enough to get someone to build me a spectacular plinth (I have no woodworking skills or tools), but first I need to decide on what I want/need to be fitted. I'm stuck at the on /off switch! Even after all the reading I've done I don't know what I'm looking for because I don't understand the spec and associated lingo. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 13 Oct 2018 at 8:44pm
 ------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 10:22am
Understood! ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 10:36am
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I'm not getting any responses on Lencoheaven. Maybe I'll have more luck here. I understand that the 2 pole connection is recommended, so I need to source a suitable 2-pole switch and a couple of suitable capacitors. Ideally I would like a switch that illuminates when ON. I'd be grateful if anyone could point me towards what I need. http://www.lencoheaven.net/forum/index.php?topic=1028.0" rel="nofollow - https://www.lencoheaven.net/forum/index.php?topic=1028.0
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Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 1:47pm
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A bit more reading for you Ifor: http://www.troelsgravesen.dk/Lenco-L75_2017.htm" rel="nofollow - http://www.troelsgravesen.dk/Lenco-L75_2017.htm Having mastered the FrugelHorns, you might also like to try one of his speaker designs when you've finished the Lenco!! Enjoy Ian
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 1:57pm
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Thanks Ian. I'll leave his speakers to those more skilled than me. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 2:06pm
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I have used these switches for many applications, they have proved reliable and are designed for mains voltages. http://cpc.farnell.com/lorlin/rms1035/rotary-switch-dpst-solder-terminal/dp/SW03716" rel="nofollow - https://cpc.farnell.com/lorlin/rms1035/rotary-switch-dpst-solder-terminal/dp/SW03716 ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 2:40pm
------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 3:38pm
------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 6:22pm
I would agree, but that view is the underside with the terminals that are normally hidden under the plinth/fascia. you would need to add a suitable knob to match whatever finish you choose. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: Graham Slee
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 7:52pm
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https://cpc.farnell.com/arcolectric/r13244bnaa/switch-rocker-dpst-red-illum/dp/SW02745" rel="nofollow - https://cpc.farnell.com/arcolectric/r13244bnaa/switch-rocker-dpst-red-illum/dp/SW02745 Any good? ------------- That none should be able to buy or sell without a smartphone and the knowledge in how to use apps |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 8:37pm
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That rocker would perhaps fit in the existing switch hole, if that is the plan. I thought that the rotary switch could be mounted in the existing switch hole and operated with the original lever. ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 8:52pm
Thank you both Ian & Graham. The switch will be mounted direct to a new (probably birch ply) plinth. The Lenco top plate will be discarded. I'll be using a PTP so it'll be similar to a PTPaudio Solid9. http://www.ptpaudio.com/solid9.html" rel="nofollow - http://www.ptpaudio.com/solid9.html ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 9:05pm
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A-ha, quite a major project then. ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Oct 2018 at 10:14pm
Not too bad if I can understand and implement the electrics. The plinth will be built for me. To begin with I'll use an RB301 tonearm that is currently sitting in a box doing nothing. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 15 Oct 2018 at 10:49pm
------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2018 at 11:49am
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Ifor, I don't see any reason it would not work. One point to bear in mind with the "spark suppression" capacitors as shown in your wiring diagram, the motor terminals remain "live" even when the switch is off as they are still connected via the capacitors to the mains. Many rebuilt turntables of similar design (Garrard, Thorens and Lenco) are/should be fitted with an IEC switched and fused inlet to provide proper protection and isolation. See: http://uk.farnell.com/schurter/dd11-0111-1110/inlet-iec-c14-dd11-10a/dp/2080305" rel="nofollow - https://uk.farnell.com/schurter/dd11-0111-1110/inlet-iec-c14-dd11-10a/dp/2080305 Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2018 at 12:37pm
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Many thanks for that Ian, I've not seen it mentioned anywhere.
------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: Fatmangolf
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2018 at 10:34pm
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Full isolation is best IMO, a chassis switch is good. Ideally unplug the deck from the mains to avoid any risk of electrocution, we'd like to keep you with us Ifor. ------------- Jon Open mind and ears whilst owning GSP Genera, Accession M, Accession MC, Elevator EXP, Solo ULDE, Proprius amps, Cusat50 cables, Lautus digital cable, Spatia cables and links, and a Majestic DAC. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2018 at 11:13pm
------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 30 Oct 2018 at 11:14pm
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I bought another L75!
------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 01 Nov 2018 at 9:53am
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Is the second L75 for spares? ------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 01 Nov 2018 at 10:29am
If needed yes, but otherwise ... who knows? I could be in trouble when Caroline finds out, so for spares if needed sounds like the best excuse. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 02 Nov 2018 at 5:05pm
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Good thinking, Ifor! ------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: Fatmangolf
Date Posted: 05 Nov 2018 at 10:00pm
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Ah. A nod's as good as a wink! ------------- Jon Open mind and ears whilst owning GSP Genera, Accession M, Accession MC, Elevator EXP, Solo ULDE, Proprius amps, Cusat50 cables, Lautus digital cable, Spatia cables and links, and a Majestic DAC. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 16 Nov 2018 at 8:00pm
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Talking of Stefan (in another thread); I might bring him in to play if I need help building the plinth for the Lenco. Plan A = build it with my brother. I think he has all the necessary tools. Plan B = Stefan or a local cabinet maker Plan C = https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Goldring-Lenco-GL75-Turntable-Plinth-Plinth-Only-/302959363491" rel="nofollow - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Goldring-Lenco-GL75-Turntable-Plinth-Plinth-Only-/302959363491 only made for a PTP rather than an original Lenco top plate. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 26 Nov 2018 at 2:02pm
Not a lot of progress yet, but here's a few photos of it as it is now:       ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 26 Nov 2018 at 7:52pm
My PTP6 arrive from PTPaudio today. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 27 Nov 2018 at 10:18am
------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 27 Nov 2018 at 12:21pm
I have ideas, but nothing definite yet. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: Richardl60
Date Posted: 03 Jan 2019 at 7:27pm
| Ifor any festive progress on the L75 or even New Year resolutions? |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 04 Jan 2019 at 9:19am
Hi Richard, there's been a little progress. We stayed with my brother and sister in law, in Chester, for a couple of days after Christmas. This meant i could pick up the second eBay purchase (on the right in the pic); my brother-in-law had collected it from the seller for me. The second purchase was now no longer a secret from my wife, and if looks could kill... This second TT (Swiss built, the first is Italian built) is not in such good nick as the first so it's this one I've decided to dismantle first. The platter would not turn without a shove start, but once turning maintained a constant speed. On Tuesday night I started dismantling TT2 and took out the bearing. Last night I took the bearing apart for cleaning, and unsurprisingly it was bone dry; not a hint of any lubrication whatsoever.  It the long run I expect I'll replace the bearing with a new one (several people on Lenco Heaven make and sell them), but in the short term I'll clean and lube the original. More to follow as things progress ...
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Posted By: Richardl60
Date Posted: 04 Jan 2019 at 7:59pm
| thanks and keep up the good work - yes WAT can be difficult (wife avoidance tactics) |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 23 Jan 2019 at 7:51pm
Unfortunately progress has been non-existent. Plan A: still possibly possible, but not as straight forward as I thought it might be, Plan B: Stefan has given me guide price, which is not initially attractive and the first local cabinet maker I have emailed has not responded; maybe he's not keen on me because I didn't give him the business of building my hi-fi cabinet, Plan C: the guy was really keen in November, but now he is not taking on any new business, ... ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: Fatmangolf
Date Posted: 23 Jan 2019 at 8:09pm
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Hope you get some interest Ifor. It's great to have a nice housing for quality kit. ------------- Jon Open mind and ears whilst owning GSP Genera, Accession M, Accession MC, Elevator EXP, Solo ULDE, Proprius amps, Cusat50 cables, Lautus digital cable, Spatia cables and links, and a Majestic DAC. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 15 Feb 2019 at 5:56pm
8mm Valcromat (blue) 2 x 15mm Birch ply 8mm Valchromat (blue) 3 x 15 mm Birch ply 8mm Valchromat (blue) ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 15 Feb 2019 at 6:14pm
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Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 15 Feb 2019 at 9:00pm
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Hi Ifor, This may be a suitable illuminated switch: http://cpc.farnell.com/bulgin/bva01-z0000-02/inlet-iec-sp-red-illuminated/dp/CN14761 - https://cpc.farnell.com/bulgin/bva01-z0000-02/inlet-iec-sp-red-illuminated/dp/CN14761 or non illuminated: http://cpc.farnell.com/bulgin/bva01-z0000-10/inlet-iec-dp-non-illuminated/dp/CN14762 - https://cpc.farnell.com/bulgin/bva01-z0000-10/inlet-iec-dp-non-illuminated/dp/CN14762 Does your kit of parts re-use the original switch arrangement? It may be more convenient than having to reach around the back of the deck each time you want to turn off/on and you can retain the original spark suppressor capacitor arrangement. Ian
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 17 Feb 2019 at 7:42am
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Thank you Ian. I've ordered one. The original switch isn't reused. It's a rocket switch operated by a six inch long arm under the top plate. I think I've flip flopped back to using the push button switch as well.
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 20 Mar 2019 at 9:20pm
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I'm looking for more help about switches. As well as a switched and fused IEC inlet I want an illuminated push button switch at the front left of the deck.
I got one of these https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F142264810878 - "Sorry for the late reply. These switches come with an LED that would take 9-12v AC or DC. (This is important as most switches like these have illumination that only takes DC.). When the switch is turned on, there is a dropping resistor that goes from the live mains tag to the positive tag of the LED on the switch. The negative tag of the LED go to ground. I used to get these switches from an eBay seller that would send the necessary resistors with the switch. They are rarer because they can take AC. The seller isn't on eBay anymore. (I actually used the last spare on last power amp build this year. I bought the switches I use back in 2012 and 2014..). If you trawl ebay, you may find similar switches. Just ask the seller for the resistor values after. (If you're using DC in the circuit, you may be able to just tap for the voltage you need)". So, I've been looking for a switch with an AC compatible LED and have come across this < https://docs-emea.rs-online.com/webdocs/1587/0900766b81587e78.pdf - I understand that the declared voltage in the UK is now 230V AC +10% to -6%, but that it is still nominally 240V AC. So, my question is, would this switch be suitable and if so do I need a dropping resistor? If I do, what would I need. It's painful being ignorant! ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 21 Mar 2019 at 7:29am
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From the specification, no resistor required. The switch is single pole, you need contacts 3 and 4 labelled N/O in the live feed to the motor. The 2 connectors at right angles to the 4 appear to be the led contacts, which should be connected 1 to the live feed to the motor and 1 to neutral. I would suggest that when the connections are soldered the connector terminals are all covered in heat shrink sleeving to afford some protection against accidental contact. Happy switching Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 22 Mar 2019 at 7:15pm
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Out of stock until late August! ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 22 Mar 2019 at 8:24pm
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Ifor, Just a thought, do you really need an illuminated switch? You'll know it's on, the turntable should be going round! My favoured mains switch is the Lorlin rotary switch, which copes well with (large) inductive loads, such as toroidal transformers that have significant inrush, so will be fine for a turntable motor. They have a very positive action with a satisfying click. See: http://cpc.farnell.com/lorlin/rms1035/rotary-switch-dpst-solder-terminal/dp/SW03716 - https://cpc.farnell.com/lorlin/rms1035/rotary-switch-dpst-solder-terminal/dp/SW03716 Add a suitable knob such as: http://cpc.farnell.com/unbranded/22h-2d-a/knob-aluminium-22mm/dp/SW02901?st=aluminium%20knob - https://cpc.farnell.com/unbranded/22h-2d-a/knob-aluminium-22mm/dp/SW02901?st=aluminium%20knob Quite a bit cheaper, if that matters. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 22 Mar 2019 at 9:29pm
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Ian, I certainly don’t need an illuminated switch. It’s just for a bit of unnecessary bling. I’ve already got a non-illuminated push button switch, but will consider you rotary option too. Thank you. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 22 Mar 2019 at 10:28pm
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Ifor, I know the way it goes, you just see something and you've got to have it. One of the reasons I'm very cautious about taking further advantage of the loan scheme. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2019 at 9:16pm
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My L75 PTP6 build has not progressed since my last post; too many other things to do! In the meantime an LED illuminated switch that I had my eye on has come back into stock at RS. The LED should work at mains voltage, which is the reason I was interested in it, but it's a SPDT switch and I've got no idea how to wire it as a simple on-off switch. Can anyone advise me? The data sheet is here https://docs-emea.rs-online.com/webdocs/1587/0900766b81587e72.pdf - https://docs-emea.rs-online.com/webdocs/1587/0900766b81587e72.pdf ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: RichW
Date Posted: 18 Jul 2019 at 11:07am
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Hi Ifor, Looking at the contact configuration diagram on the datasheet, you could use terminals 3 & 4 - the 'normally open' switch contacts to make/break the live wire. The two centre terminals are presumably the LED. One terminal would need to be wired to the unswitched mains line & the other to the 'on' side of the switched mains line. I hope this is correct - please take care with mains ------------- Majestic/Enigma, Accession MM & MC. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 18 Jul 2019 at 10:31pm
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Thanks Rich. I’ll take care! ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: RichW
Date Posted: 19 Jul 2019 at 8:03am
I've had a few belts off the mains over the years - not a pleasant experience  .Good luck with the build. ------------- Majestic/Enigma, Accession MM & MC. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 19 Jul 2019 at 11:48am
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Ifor, I would also fit heat shrink sleeving over the switch connections (and any other connections to motor etc) to provide protection against accidental contact. Have fun. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 19 Jul 2019 at 4:03pm
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I’ll do that Ian. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 19 Jul 2019 at 5:09pm
Couldn't find a photo of a switch, but here's an example of heatshrink on some battery connectors I made: Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 6:03pm
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After several months of inactivity I'm back on this project and trying to remember where I got to with understanding the wiring. Getting there ... I had wanted a pushbutton switch with an LED that operates at mains voltage. I found one at RS Components, but had to wait many months for it to come back into stock. I have it now, but it's a SPDT switch and not SPST. I don't think this should be a problem, but now I'm confused. Ignoring the terminals for the LED, the SPST switches I've played with have three terminals; Common, Normally Open & Normally Closed. Use C & NO. Simples! This new switch has four terminals. According to the data-sheet, terminals 1 and 2 are both NC and terminals 3 and 4 are both NO. Clearly I need to use either 3 or 4 as my NO, but which do I use for my C? https://docs.rs-online.com/d44e/0900766b81587e72.pdf - https://docs.rs-online.com/d44e/0900766b81587e72.pdf
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Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 7:07pm
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Hi Ifor, When pressed terminals 3 and 4, NO & NO are connected together, so it will be these you need to connect in series with the motor. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 8:06pm
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Thanks Ian. Now you've told me that I can see that it's obvious from the diagram. I'll report back; maybe tomorrow. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 8:08pm
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Happy soldering. ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 25 Jan 2020 at 10:57pm
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Thanks Ian. I think I’m going to have to get myself some finer wire than I’ve scavenged from various bits of cable about the place. What gauge or cross sectional area should I be looking for to be as thin as sensible? ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 9:32am
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Ifor, I'd use some 0.5mm^2 flex, like that typically used for table lamps and the like. Quite easy to strip out the individual cores. Small hardware shops or Wickes, B&Q etc sell small packs of this type of cable if you haven't an old one you can cannabilise. Alternatively you could use "equipment wire", but buying a small quantity is difficult. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 9:39am
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So this would do? Lots of pretty colours and plenty left over for future projects. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07WCB23W8?pf_rd_p=f20e70b1-67f9-48d1-8c78-ba616030b420&pf_rd_r=WQGF0DF7C06Z0YZDD3C1&th=1 - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07WCB23W8?pf_rd_p=f20e70b1-67f9-48d1-8c78-ba616030b420&pf_rd_r=WQGF0DF7C06Z0YZDD3C1&th=1 ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 9:43am
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That looks fine, nice and flexible and plenty of colours to play with! Must admit that I would not have thought of Amazon for such things. Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 9:56am
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if Maplins still existed ... ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 26 Jan 2020 at 10:09am
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They certainly used to fill the need for buying single components. Even if they didn't have exactly what you wanted there was usually an alternative that would suffice. Pity they didn't manage to save the online side of the business. ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 28 Jan 2020 at 11:23pm
Switches all wired up and working including the unnecessary blingy green LED. Thanks Ian. I think I can now plan a visit to the prospective plinth builder.
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 15 Feb 2020 at 1:37pm
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The plinth (layers of ply and blue valchromat) has been commissioned. Does anyone have any recommendations for low profile height adjustable isolation feet that aren’t crazy money? ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 08 Apr 2020 at 2:19pm
The guy who is building the plinth for me has had a practice running at sinking the PTP for a flush mount.    ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: kgilroy
Date Posted: 08 Apr 2020 at 7:23pm
Not adjustable but I really Like these: http://isoacoustics.com/iso-puck/ - http://isoacoustics.com/iso-puck/ I put 4 under a 1.5 inch thick wood platform that my turntable sits on. ------------- Keith Marantz TT-15S1, Maestro V2, Accession MM, Icon Audio Stereo 40 Mk lll, Wharfedale Jade 3. Mac Mini, BitPerfect, Dynaudio Xeo2 Marantz SA-15S1, Apple TV, Cambridge CXA60, B&W DM2000, REL Sub |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 08 Apr 2020 at 7:58pm
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Thanks Keith, I’m leaning towards these https://www.acoustand.co.uk/collections/all/products/isolation-feet-best-quality-british-made-m6-threaded - https://www.acoustand.co.uk/collections/all/products/isolation-feet-best-quality-british-made-m6-threaded . They’re shallower. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: kgilroy
Date Posted: 08 Apr 2020 at 8:32pm
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Sounds like a Plan. I had a slight problem with footfall since my system is upstairs on a suspended floor. Iso Acoustics took care of it. They are really designed for speakers and I have some on my desktop but I found that they work well under a turntable as well. ------------- Keith Marantz TT-15S1, Maestro V2, Accession MM, Icon Audio Stereo 40 Mk lll, Wharfedale Jade 3. Mac Mini, BitPerfect, Dynaudio Xeo2 Marantz SA-15S1, Apple TV, Cambridge CXA60, B&W DM2000, REL Sub |
Posted By: Fatmangolf
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2020 at 8:11pm
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Not quite the same as the Iso-pucks but I've got Iso-acoustics Gaia III's under my main speakers and they are much better. I hope that is helpful but I can see the practical issue of height comes into your turntable like anyone else's. ------------- Jon Open mind and ears whilst owning GSP Genera, Accession M, Accession MC, Elevator EXP, Solo ULDE, Proprius amps, Cusat50 cables, Lautus digital cable, Spatia cables and links, and a Majestic DAC. |
Posted By: kgilroy
Date Posted: 11 Apr 2020 at 10:01pm
Jon, I notice that you use Spatia cables. What did you use before that? I am considering moving to Spatia but haven't quite decided yet. ------------- Keith Marantz TT-15S1, Maestro V2, Accession MM, Icon Audio Stereo 40 Mk lll, Wharfedale Jade 3. Mac Mini, BitPerfect, Dynaudio Xeo2 Marantz SA-15S1, Apple TV, Cambridge CXA60, B&W DM2000, REL Sub |
Posted By: Fatmangolf
Date Posted: 13 Apr 2020 at 9:37pm
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Hi Keith, I had various cables including Chord then Tellurium Q Blacks which were pretty good. When the Spatia cables came out on the loan scheme (my advice is to borrow a set), I thought they were both better and cheaper so bought some for myself. ------------- Jon Open mind and ears whilst owning GSP Genera, Accession M, Accession MC, Elevator EXP, Solo ULDE, Proprius amps, Cusat50 cables, Lautus digital cable, Spatia cables and links, and a Majestic DAC. |
Posted By: kgilroy
Date Posted: 13 Apr 2020 at 10:59pm
Thanks Jon. Probably will try them out but not just yet. I upgraded my cartridge a couple of months ago and I am now burning in a new Accession so need to let things settle for a while  ------------- Keith Marantz TT-15S1, Maestro V2, Accession MM, Icon Audio Stereo 40 Mk lll, Wharfedale Jade 3. Mac Mini, BitPerfect, Dynaudio Xeo2 Marantz SA-15S1, Apple TV, Cambridge CXA60, B&W DM2000, REL Sub |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 19 Apr 2020 at 9:53am
My commissioned plinth is nearing completion. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: patientot
Date Posted: 20 Apr 2020 at 10:29pm
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Looks very nice. ------------- SL-1200 MK7 (modified) + Reflex M + PSU-1 used with AT150-40ML, AT VM95ML, Stanton 680mkII + Ogura, and Shure M35X cartridges. |
Posted By: RichW
Date Posted: 21 Apr 2020 at 12:34pm
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Agree - good work. ------------- Majestic/Enigma, Accession MM & MC. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 23 Apr 2020 at 6:46pm
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 24 Apr 2020 at 8:08am
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Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 24 Apr 2020 at 4:55pm
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Ifor, Now you have 2 turntables in build? Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 24 Apr 2020 at 5:19pm
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No, not yet! The photo of from Crafty & Co’s Facebook page where he’s posted it to show the difference between mine and his standard L75 plinth. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 24 Apr 2020 at 10:29pm
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Thanks Ifor, Ah, I see. Looks like excellent workmanship, might have a look at what they can do for my Garrard 401. I note the "not yet", Turntables can become addictive, ask Bob! Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 24 Apr 2020 at 10:52pm
I bought two GL75s off eBay, in case I needed parts to make up one, but the second has not been needed. So I’ll have to decide what to do with it. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 24 Apr 2020 at 10:53pm
I bought two GL75s off eBay, in case I needed parts to make up one, but the second has not been needed. So I’ll have to decide what to do with it.
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 04 May 2020 at 10:41pm
some goodies arrived in the post today. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2020 at 6:14pm
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Cartridge ordered. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2020 at 8:20pm
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Ifor, Does that mean that the turntable rebuild is nearing completion? Don't keep us in suspense, which cartridge? Ian ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2020 at 8:42pm
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yes it’s nearing completion. I must post some pictures, but it doesn’t seem to work on an iPad. AN IQ2 ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: BackinBlack
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2020 at 9:33pm
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IQ2, nice. Promised myself to try one someday although my AT150 is pretty good, but you always feel there's something better, or perhaps an AT VM740ML. ------------- Just listen, if it sounds good to you, enjoy it. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2020 at 10:26pm
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I’m sure it will be a lot better than I will appreciate. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2020 at 10:40am
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It'll be good to see your Lenco up and running, Ifor! And, yes, I'm a fully paid up member of Turntables Anonymous, though as yet there's no cure for the aiddiction! ------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2020 at 4:16pm
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Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 18 Jun 2020 at 7:32pm
Michell VTA adjuster for Rega arms fitted. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 19 Jun 2020 at 5:17pm
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My new cartridge arrived this morning, but I can do nothing with it because we’ve driven up to Cheshire to do some bubbling with mother-in-law. ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |
Posted By: ICL1P
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2020 at 8:41pm
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https://imgur.com/a/H2Z1XEJ - https://imgur.com/a/H2Z1XEJ ------------- Ifor ===== Reflex M & ACCESSION M, CuSat50, Majestic DAC, a Proprius pair. |