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GENERAL INFORMATION
Controls, features, and connections
1 PLATTER & FELT MAT
2 SPEED CONTROL BUTTON
3 CHASSIS
4 MOTOR WITH PULLEY
5 DRIVE BELT
6 SUB-PLATTER
7 ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT ON WIRE
8 ANTI-SKATING SUPPORT HOOP
9 ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SCALE
10 TONEARM COUNTERWEIGHT
11 TONEARM LIFT LEVER
12 TONEARM REST POSITION
13 TONEARM TUBE
14 HEADSHELL WITH PRO-JECT MM EVO CARTRIDGE
15 LID
16 LID HINGES
17 HINGE FASTENERS
18 PHONO OUTPUT SOCKET WITH EARTH CONNECTION
19 HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE DAMPED FEET
20 POWER SUPPLY SOCKET

Accessories
a SINGLE ADAPTOR
b ALLEN KEY 1.5mm (AZIMUTH SETTING)
c COUNTERWEIGHT no. 00 (FOR CARTRIDGE WEIGHT 6 – 8.5g)
d TWO-POINT CARTRIDGE ALIGNMENT PROTRACTOR
e CONNECTION CABLE (CONNECT IT PHONO E)
f INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
g UNIVERSAL POWER SUPPLY
h POWER SUPPLY

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Dear Music Lover,

Congratulations and thank you for choosing a Pro-Ject Audio Systems record player.

Your Debut EVO 2 turntable has been handcrafted and rigorously tested by skilled technicians to give
you years of enjoyable and trouble-free service.

Please contact your dealer if you require additional assistance.

Important:
Your turntable was shipped partially disassembled in order to avoid damage to sensitive parts. Please
check immediately to make sure that neither the packaging nor the device was damaged in transit. If you are
missing parts or if the unit is damaged, please do not operate and contact your dealer.

Contents
Product illustrations 2

Setup
1. Platter and drive belt installation 5
2. Cartridge installation, stylus exchange 5-6
3. Vertical Tracking Force setting (VTF) 6
4. Anti-skating adjustment 6-7
5. Maintenance and cleaning 7
6. Switching ON and OFF, changing replay speed 7
7. Fitting the lid 7
8. Connection to the amplifier 8
9. Azimuth adjustment 8

Technical parameters 9
Troubleshooting, warranty, service 10
Declaration of Conformity 11
Exploded view of the packaging 12

Please do your part to help protect the environment:

Disposal of packaging material:
Pro-Ject packaging is carefully designed to protect your components from damage in transit and you are
strongly urged to keep the original packaging in order to safely ship or otherwise transport your turntable in
the future.

However, the packaging materials were chosen to be environmentally friendly, so if you must discard the
packaging, please recycle.

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SETUP

1. Platter and drive belt installation

The deck is supplied partially disassembled and carefully packaged for safe transport. Carefully remove all
parts from the transport packaging. The packaging illustration on the last page of this manual shows you
how the turntable is packaged and where all the individual parts are located within the packaging.
Make sure the surface you wish to use the turntable on is level (use a spirit level) before placing the turntable
on it.
Remove the transport lock from the tonearm. Store it in the original packaging so it is available for any future
transportation.
Fit the drive belt (5) around the sub-platter (6) the motor pulley (4). Avoid getting sweat or grease on the belt
as these will deteriorate the performance and reduce the belt's lifespan. Use absorbent kitchen paper to
remove any oil or grease from the outer edge of the hub and the belt. Fit the platter (1) and felt mat (1) over
the spindle of the sub-platter (6).
Connect the power supply to the power supply socket (20) on the turntable before connecting it to your
mains outlet.

2. Cartridge installation, stylus exchange

* If you purchased this turntable in a package that included the cartridge, this has already been done for
you.
Install the cartridge on the headshell, using the appropriate hardware included with your cartridge. All
cartridges with half inch mounting holes can be fitted.

Connect the cartridge as indicated below:

• White left channel L+

• Red right channel R+
• Green right channel R-
• Blue left channel L-
For correct cartridge alignment, use the two-point cartridge alignment protractor provided with your Debut
EVO 2 accessories. If unfamiliar with two-point setup, please refer to your dealer.

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A damaged or worn stylus may harm your record collection and should be replaced.
Please remove stylus protection before pulling the stylus from the cartridge and replace for a new one.
Stylus type exchange for pre-mounted cartridge Pro-Ject MM EVO: Stylus MM EVO. If in doubt, consult your
local dealer or distributor.

3. Vertical Tracking Force setting (VTF)

The counterweight (10) supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 6 – 8.5g (counterweight no. 00
– Debut line, weight 55g).
Pushing carefully, put the counterweight (10) on the rear end of the tonearm tube (13), with the downforce
scale pointing towards the front of the turntable. Lower the arm lift and position the tonearm in the space
between arm rest and platter. Carefully rotate the counterweight (10) until the arm tube balances out. The
arm should return to the balanced position if it is moved up or down. This adjustment must be done
carefully. Do not forget to remove the cartridge protection cap if fitted.
Once the arm is correctly balanced, return it to the rest. Hold the counterweight (10) without moving it, and
gently revolve the downforce scale ring until the zero is in line with the anti-skating stub. Check whether the arm
still balances out.
Rotate the counterweight counterclockwise (seen from the front) to adjust the downforce according to the
cartridge manufacturer's recommendations. One mark on the scale represents 1 mN (= 0,1g / 0,1 Pond) of
the downforce.

Please note: When adjusting VTF, anti-skating weight and the cartridge protection cap should be
removed first.
Recommended tracking force for Pro-Ject MM EVO cartridge: 1.8g (= 18 mN)

4. Anti-skating adjustment
The anti-skating force must be adjusted corresponding to the downforce.
Downforce Groove in the stub
10 - 14mN 1st
15 - 19mN 2nd
20mN and bigger 3rd

Hang the loop of the thread of the anti-skating weight in the groove of the anti-skating stub (9) corresponding
to the downforce applied to your cartridge and hang the thread in the groove of the wire support (8).

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 Recommended anti-skating for MM EVO cartridge: 18mN, 2nd groove

5. Maintenance and cleaning

Your record player requires little or no regular maintenance. Remove dust with a slightly moistened antistatic
cloth. Never use a dry cloth because this will create static electricity which attract more dust! Antistatic
cleaning fluids are available at specialist stores but must be applied sparingly to avoid damage to rubber
parts. It is recommended to fit the needle cover before cleaning or maintenance is carried out to avoid damage.
If the player is not used over a long period of time the drive belt can be removed to prevent unequal stretching.

6. Switching on and off, changing replay speed

The turntable is equipped with a three-position switch for ON/OFF and electronic speed change. To play
records at 33 rpm, press the switch (2) to the “I” position. To play records at 45 rpm, press this switch (2) to
the “II” as shown on illustration below.

7. Fitting the lid

Fit the lid (dust cover 15) carefully over the hinge prongs and adjust the screws (17) until the lid stays open
where you want it to without being too stiff to open or close.

8. Connection to the amplifier

Connect the tonearm cables to the Phono input (sometimes labelled gram, disc or RIAA) on your amplifier.
Make sure that the phono input offers correct matching and amplification for the type of cartridge used. Line
inputs (such as CD, Tuner, Tape or Video) are not suitable.
Take care to connect the left and right channels correctly. The right channel is usually marked red, the left
channel black or white. Check the manual supplied with your amplifier for relevant information. An earthing
wire may be connected to the screw terminal on your amplifier you encounter hum problems when using the
record player.
If your amplifier does not have an input suitable for phono cartridges you will require a separate phono
amplifier stage for MM or MC cartridges which is then connected between the record player and a free line
level input of the amplifier.
For detailed product information regarding Pro-Ject Audio interconnect cables and phono amplifiers please
refer to the Pro-Ject website www.project-audio.com.

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 The included MM EVO cartridge requires a MM phono preamplifier, with recommended settings:
impedance: 47kOhm; capacitance: 150pF; gain: 40dB
If your amplifier’s MM phono input or MM phono preamplifier don’t have switchable settings, those
amp’s default settings will also work reasonably well. Consider investing into a nice, dedicated
phono preamp to gain more control and sound performance from your turntable.

9. Azimuth adjustment
The cartridge needle must be vertical in the record groove in order to trace the groove wall modulations
correctly.
A small screw at the bearing end of the arm allows incorrect azimuth to be corrected if your needle is not
mounted exactly perpendicular to the cartridge body (which is often the case).
Slacken off the screw just enough to be able to revolve the arm tube without applying force.

Note! Do not remove the screw completely!

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Technical specifications Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 / Pro-Ject 8.6’’ cc EVO
2
Nominal speeds 33/45 r.p.m., electronic speed control
Speed variance 33: ±0.40% 45: ±0.50%
Wow and flutter 33: ±0.16% 45: ±0.14%
Signal to noise -68dB
Effective tonearm mass 7g
Effective tonearm length 8.6" (218.5mm)
Power consumption 4W
Power input 15V/ 0.8 A DC, universal power supply
Dimensions (W x H x D) 415 x 113 x 320mm
Weight 6kg
Dimensions packaging (W x H x D) 415 x 365 x 405mm
Weight incl. packaging 8kg

Technical specifications MM-Cartridge Pro-Ject MM EVO

Frequency range 20-20.000Hz
Channel separation 22dB/1kHz
Output voltage 7mV
Recommended load impedance 47kohms/ amplifier connection – MM-input
Compliance/stylus type 12×10-6cm/dyn @ 100Hz– elliptical
Recommended tracking force 18mN
Capacitance 150pF – 300pF
Weight 7.2g

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Potential incorrect use and fault conditions
Pro-Ject turntables are manufactured to the highest standards and undergo strict quality controls before
leaving the factory. Faults that may possibly occur are not necessarily due to material or production faults but
can sometimes be caused by incorrect use or unfortunate circumstances. Therefore, the following list of
common fault symptoms is included.
The platter doesn't turn although the unit is switched on:
The unit is not connected to the mains power supply.
No mains at the socket.
Drive belt is not fitted or has slipped off.
No signal through one or other channel or both channels:
No signal contact from the cartridge to the internal tonearm wiring or from that to the arm lead or
from that to the phono box or between that and the amplifier. This could be due to a faulty plug,
broken wire or solder joint or simply loose plug/socket connection.
Correct input not selected at amplifier.
Amplifier is not switched on.
Amplifier or speakers are defective or muted.
No connection to the loudspeakers.
Distorted or inconsistent sound from one or both channels:
Record player is connected to wrong input of amplifier.
Needle or cantilever damaged.
Wrong r.p.m., drive belt overstretched or dirty, platter bearing without oil, dirty or damaged.

Service
Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify despite the above information,
please contact your dealer for further advice. Only when the problem cannot be resolved there should the
unit be sent to the responsible distributor in your country.
Guarantee repairs will only be affected if the unit is returned correctly packaged. For this reason, we recommend
keeping the original packaging.
Never return a record player without making sure that is it safely disassembled and correctly packaged in the
original packaging according to the diagrams on the last page of this user guide. Please remove these parts
and pack them separately: lid, counterweight, anti-skating weight and belt.
Fit the cartridge protection cap and the transport lock for the tonearm tube, prior to carefully packaging the
record player.

Warranty
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions
for use and/or by transportation without the original packaging. Modification or change to any part
of the product by unauthorized persons, release the manufacturer from any liability over and above
the lawful rights of the customer.

The information was correct at the time of going to

Pro-Ject Audio Systems is a Registered Trademark of press. The manufacturer reserves the right to make
H. Lichtenegger. changes to the technical specification without prior
notice as deemed necessary to uphold the ongoing
This guide was produced by: Pro-Ject Audio Systems process of technical development. Product images and
Copyright © 2024. All rights reserved. illustrations can differ from final production
specifications.

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Declaration of Conformity
We, SEV Litovel, s r.o.
Palackého 1160/34
78401 Litovel
Czech Republic
(manufacturer)
and
Pro-Ject Audio Systems a division of Audio Tuning GmbH
Margaretenstrasse 98
1050 Vienna,
Austria
(distributor)
declare under our responsibility that the product is in conformity with the provisions of Directives:
2014/35/EU including amendments
2014/30/EU including amendments
2014/53/EU including amendments
The following harmonised standards were applied:
Health: EN62479:2010
Safety: EN60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013, EN62368-1:2014/A11:2017,
EN61558-1:2005/A1:2009, EN61558-2-16:2009/A1:2013
EMC: EN301489-1 V2.2.0: 2017-03, EN301489-17 V3.2.0:2017-03, EN55032:2015, EN55035:2017,
EN61000-3-2:2014, EN61000-3-3:2013
Radio Spectrum: EN300328 V2.1.1 (2016-11)

Pro-Ject Audio Systems a division of Audio Tuning GmbH

1050 Vienna, Austria, Margaretenstrasse 98
info@project-audio.com

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