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TECHNICAL DATA
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SPECIFICATIONS
FP9 Main unit
CH9 Cutterhead
PS9 Power supply
SU9 Suction unit
MI9 Microscope
FBCA coming soon
320 Diamond Stylus
TECHNICAL DATA
FP9 MAIN UNIT - SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Length
870mm (34,3″)
Width
580mm (22,9″)
Height (without heat lamp)
400mm (15,5″)
Height (with heat lamp)
520mm (20,5″)
Weight
70 kg (154lbs)
ANALOG AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROL
Analog Audio IN
Stereo RCA input for the audio signal
Analog Audio PRE-IN
Stereo RCA input for the pre-audio signal for variable groove spacing control
Analog dB Monitor Output
Stereo RCA output for external dB monitor display of feedback control (input signal)
Analog Audio OUT
Stereo RCA output of the processed audio signal (to the external power amplifier)
Analog Audio Power IN
Stereo power connections to the cutting head (from the external power amplifier)
Analog Signal Meters
Two large built-in analog pointer meters for the actual signal strength at the cutterhead
Peak Meters
Two peak LED indicators for the actual peak signal strength at the cutterhead
Low-Pass Signal Input Filter
High-quality 4th-order Butterworth filter (-80 dB) at 18 kHz
Gain Stereo Volume Control
Input signal with high-quality Alps 100 kΩ log potentiometer
Balance Stereo Control
Input signal with high-quality Alps 100 kΩ lin potentiometer
Stereo FBCA Feedback Amplifier
Feedback compensation amplifier for closed-loop control of feedback cutterhead (factory calibrated)
IRIAA
Built-in IRIAA (inverse RIAA) amplifier – switchable
Cutting Head Fuse Protection
2x 500mA (fast acting)
TURNTABLE
Drive
Quartz-controlled upper-torque direct drive
Motor
16-pole, 3-phase, brushless DC motor
Starting torque
4.5 kg/cm³
Main speeds
Direct drive 33⅓, 45, 78 rpm
Pitch control
Speed adjustment via slider on the front of the unit in three steps (+/-8%; +/-16% and +/-50%)
Speed range
Pitch control allows all speeds between 16⅔ rpm (Half Speed 33) and 156 rpm
Size
335 mm for 7″ to 12″ record blanks
CHIP EXTRACTION
Chip collection container
830cm³ Plexiglas container with filter included in the standard FP9 system
Extraction tube for cutterhead
The chip extraction tube for the cutterhead is already installed on the CH9 cutterhead.
Extraction tube for cutterhead accessories
Alternatively, an accessory dust extraction tube can be mounted on the suspension unit, making it independent of the cutterhead.
SU9 extraction pump included in FP9 Bundle-A and Bundle-B. Can also be ordered separately.
The SU9 chip extraction pump can be controlled by the FP9 main unit and switches on/off automatically. Can also be controlled manually.
MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS
Basic positioning of the cutting head
The included CH9 cutting head is factory calibrated. Other user-supplied cutting heads can also be mounted upon request. The mounting box can be mounted variably for this purpose.
Fine positioning of the cutting head
- The device features a cross laser that can be switched on and off via the touchscreen display. This indicates the exact contact point.
- The Y-Z axis adjustment adapter allows the precise position of the contact point to be adjusted using micrometer screws.
- A pointer on the suspension box indicates the exact target position for the cutting angle.
- The contact force (cutting depth) can be adjusted using the adjustment wheel on top of the suspension box.
Lowering and raising the cutting head
The cutting head can be lowered mechanically using a lever. Raising can be done manually using the release button or electrically. The electrical release works via the keypad (abort) or automatically (at the end of the cut or in the event of an operating error).
Cross Laser
The cross laser is factory calibrated but can be easily adjusted.
Manual plate speed control
This allows the platen speed to be adjusted by +/-8%, +/-16%, or +/-50% (depending on the preset setting on the touchscreen display).
CONTROL PANEL
START Button
- Button to start the cutting process after the record blank has been prepared and the display settings are complete.
- The cutterhead is automatically raised (if it is not already raised).
- The turntable then automatically moves to the start groove position.
- The turntable heater is automatically activated as configured.
- The stylus heater is automatically activated as configured.
TRACK MARKER Button
- Button to temporarily increase the groove spacing. This allows the separation between the individual tracks to be visually identified after the cut is complete.
- Can also be performed via MIDI.
FINISH Button
- Button to initiate the lead-out groove. The lead-out groove is cut with a large groove spacing up to the end groove.
- Automatic cutting of the end groove.
- Automatic lifting of the cutterhead.
- Automatic deactivation of the turntable heater, stylus heater, and exhaust (when using the SU9 exhaust system).
- Automatic return of the temperature measuring arm to its home position.
- Automatic return of the turntable to its home position.
ABORT Button
- Button to abort a cutting process. All heating and movement functions are deactivated.
- The cutting head is raised.
- Record heating, stylus heating, and suction are deactivated.
- Turntable carriage movement and turntable extension are stopped.
- The display indicates the abort. Calibration and return of the carriage to its home position can be initiated via the display.
SELECT knob and button
- The Select knob can be turned in increments to position the starting point for the cut with an accuracy of 1 mm.
- Pressing the Select knob switches to a coarser 10 mm adjustment. Each increment then adjusts by 10 mm.
- Pressing it again resets the adjustment range to 1 mm.
GAIN control
This adjusts the input signal to the correct recording volume.
BALANCE control
- Used to change the volume balance between the left and right channels in the stereo signal.
- Turn left – the right channel becomes quieter (to complete muting), while the left channel remains unchanged.
- Turn right – the left channel becomes quieter, while the right channel remains unchanged.
dB LEFT and dB RIGHT VU meters
Large 65mm VU meters. These display the signal levels directly at the editing head. The meters are factory calibrated.
LED CALIBRATION
Indicates that the device is in the calibration phase.
LED CUT
Indicates that the device is in the cutting phase.
LED HEAD UP
Indicates that the cutterhead is in the raised position.
LED HEAD DOWN
Indicates that the cutterhead is in the lowered position.
LED HEAD SUC.
Indicates that the suction control is active (suction is running).
LED HEAD HEAT
Indicates that the stylus heater is active.
LED L PEAK
- Left channel Peak:
- Lights up briefly at peak levels: The signal is very loud, but not necessarily distorted.
- Lights up continuously or red: The signal is too loud → clipping and audible distortion occurs.
LED R PEAK
- Right channel Peak:
- Lights up briefly at peak levels: The signal is very loud, but not necessarily distorted.
- Lights up continuously or red: The signal is too loud → clipping and audible distortion occurs.
LED MIDI CONTROLLER – “C” Track Marker
Lights up when a “C” note is received from the MIDI input. Then the TRACK MARKER button is pressed internally.
The groove spacing is temporarily increased so that the separation between the individual tracks can be visually recognized after the cut is complete.
LED MIDI CONTROLLER – “E” Expand Groove
Lights up when an “E” note is received from the MIDI input. Then the Expand Groove is activated. As long as the signal is detected, the groove spacing is increased to 250µm.
Can be used to prevent an incoming, loud signal from causing an overcut or a pre-echo when the groove spacing is otherwise narrow. (Also known as the ECHO button.)
LED MIDI CONTROLLER – “F” Final Line
Lights up when an “F” note is received from the MIDI input. The FINISH button is then pressed internally, and the lead-out groove is initiated. The lead-out groove is cut with a large groove spacing up to the end groove.
All other automatic processes are the same as when the FINISH button is pressed (end groove, cutting head lift, heating, and suction deactivated, and then return to the starting position).
LED MIDI CONTROLLER – “A” Any
Lights up when an “A” note is received from the MIDI input. It has no function. When the “A” note is detected, a 5V signal is also output at the IO output for further use.
5 LEDs for status display
The system status can be determined according to the LED display.
TOUCH DISPLAY SETTINGS
Record speed
Basic setting options: 33⅓, 45, 78 rpm
Alternative expert setting options: Pitch speed adjustment in three ranges (+/-8%; +/-16% and +/-50%)
An estimated recording time is automatically calculated and displayed.
Record size (touchdown point)
Basic setting: 7″, 10″, 12″
Alternatively, expert setting: 120mm to 361mm (4.7″ to 14″), variably definable (in mm and inches).
The touchdown point can be precisely adjusted using the adjustment knob on the control panel (coarse or fine adjustment).
A maximum recording time is automatically calculated and displayed.
FIXED groove pitch
A constant groove pitch can be selected from 70µm to 250µm (363 to 101 lines/inch). (Displayed in µm and lines/inch).
A maximum recording time is automatically calculated and displayed.
VARIABLE groove pitch
If a pre-signal (approximately 0.9 seconds before the actual recording signal) is present and connected, the device can calculate the required groove pitch and automatically adjust it. This can extend the recording time by up to 40%.
A maximum groove pitch can also be set for the variable groove pitch.
Down Force Control
An automatic tracking pressure control with five levels can be activated upon request.
Stylus Heating control
The stylus heater can be set to various settings: Off, Low, Medium, and High.
The actual current consumption is measured and displayed in mA.
A 500mA fuse protects against overheating.
Record Heating control
A desired temperature (between 20°C and 46°C) can be set.
The heating via a heating lamp then operates automatically and is started at the beginning of the cut and stopped at the end of the cut (end groove).
A dedicated measuring arm pivots to the measuring position at the beginning (depending on the plate size) and returns to the starting position at the end of the cut.
The measuring arm has an infrared sensor for continuous temperature measurement.
The measuring arm has an OLED display. The target temperature and the measured temperature are displayed.
The temperature control is fully automatic by regulating (dimming) the heating lamp.
Suction control
The SU9 sucction system (if connected) can be controlled automatically via the display.
In addition to the “OFF” setting, there is also an “Automatic” setting. This automatically activates the extraction system when the cut starts and deactivates when the end groove is reached and the cutting head lifts off.
There is also a “30 Seconds” button. This activates the extraction system for 30 seconds, even when no cut is being made. This allows powder, for example, to be sucked through the suction system. (This reduces the adhesion of the cutting thread to the suction hose.)
Laser
The FP9 lathe has a built-in cross laser for easy calibration of the cutting head. This laser can also be activated for monitoring during cutting.
The laser is activated/deactivated via the touch display.
Status indicator
Various counters are displayed on the display for your convenience:
Number of cuts.
Number of aborts.
Operating hours.
Cutting hours.
Stylus cutting hours. This value can also be reset to zero (for example, when the stylus is replaced).
Feedback Compensation Amplifier
The FBCA can be deactivated. It should generally always be enabled, but for certain purposes it may be necessary. This also deactivates the IRIAA equalizer.
Overall
For a complete overview, there is a display showing all settings.
Memory
Three memories are available for saving three overall settings. These can be recalled as needed.
Display notes
- CALIBRATION: Displayed when self-calibration has been initiated, at every start-up, and after every abort.
- MOVE TO POSITION CUT START: Displayed when a cut process has started and the platter carriage is moving to the start position.
- CUT PROCESS ABORTED: Displayed when an abort has been initiated.
FEEDBACK SYSTEM SETTINGS
I-RIAA
Switch to deactivate the built-in IRIAA equalizer for closed-loop adjustment.
Signal Amplifier
Amplification/cutting of the analog input signal.
Feedback Coil Intensity
Influence of the feedback coil signal on the output signal (strength of characteristic attenuation).
Feedback Monitor Intensity
Setting for the external dB display.
Calibration
Settings are factory calibrated.
CH9 CUTTER HEAD - SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Width
117mm (4.6″)
Height
61mm (2.4″)
Depth
66mm (2.6″)
Depth with adapter
96mm (3.8″)
Standard adapter
18mm (1.169″)
Weight
0.930 kg (2 lbs)
Outer diameter of suction tube
D = 6mm to 6.5mm (0.236″ to 0.256″)
Inner diameter of suction tube
70 kg (154lbs)
TYPE
Moving coil feedback stereo cutterhead
45°/45° system and torsion tube with “V-spring” suspension
COILS
Driver coil size
D = 28mm (1.1″): Large surface area, therefore robust and no additional cooling required
Driver coils (left and right)
2x 20 watts 4 ohms (+/- 3%)
Driver coil max. current consumption
500mA (F 500mA fuse required)
Feedback coils
2x 9 ohms (+/- 3%)
FREQUENCIES
Main resonance 1
1250Hz (+/- 5%)
Main resonance 2
10kHz (+/- 5%)
Frequency range
20 to 18kHz
CUTTING HEAD GEOMETRY
VCA (vertical tracking angle)
20°
Rake angle
2°
Cutterhead tilt
8°
EQUIPMENT
Electrical connection
1x 15-pin D-SUB adapter
LED light
12V DC
Stylus heating connections
included
Stylus heating
max. 500mA DC
CUTTING STYLUS
Stylus cone mount
Type 320: NEUMAN SX cutting pin holder – taper = 1:20 Average diameter dm = 1.3 mm
Stylus / cutter material
Type 320 diamond for PVC and PET-G; Type 320 sapphire for lacquer cutting
PS9 POWER SUPPLY - SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Width
428 mm (front panel 482.6 mm); 16.85″ (front panel 19″)
Height
128 mm (with feet 145 mm); 5.04″ (with feet 5.7″)
Depth
365 mm (with front handles 414 mm); 14.37″ (with front handles 16.3″)
Front panel (W x H x D)
482.6 mm x 130.5 mm x 4 mm; 19″ x 5,14″ x 0,16″
Case type
Standard 19″ rack enclosure 3U (3HE)
Front panel: Aluminium 4 mm, RAL 7035 light grey
Side panels, rear panel, mounting plate: Sheet steel 1.5 mm, galvanized
Top cover: Sheet steel 1.0 mm, galvanized
Standard: IEC 60297-3-100
Degree of protection: IP20
Weight
10kg (22lbs)
POWER SUPPLY
Input voltage
AC 230V~ (AC 115V~)
The standard delivery is with 230V AC.
Conversion to 115V AC is possible without any problems and free of charge upon request.
Output voltage connector 14-pin
DC 24V= (switching power supply)
DC 12V= (switching power supply)
DC 5V= (switching power supply)
DC -15V/GND/+15V (high-quality linear power supply for audio)
AC 18V~ and AC -24V/GND/+24V~ (48V~) for turntable drive (linear power supply)
Construction
All internal power supplies are relay-controlled and equipped with starting voltage limiters.
The switching power supplies are equipped with 47,000µF capacitors for voltage stabilization.
Switch-on delay (to eliminate overvoltages caused by capacitors).
A special whisper-quiet fan provides cooling.
Front panel
Power switch with LED illumination.
5 LEDs for status display of the voltages 24V, 12V, 5V, -15V, +15V.
Cable
1m connection cable with 14-pin connectors on both ends for connection to the FP9 Main Unit.
1m power cable for the heating lamp supply on the FP9.
Longer cables available upon request.
SU9 SUCTION SYSTEM - SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Width
384mm (15.12″)
Height
330mm (386mm with casters); 13″ (15.20″ with casters)
Depth
500mm (662mm with silencer); 19,7″mm (26″ with silencer)
Weight
22.2kg (49lbs)
PUMP
Type
Side-channel blower / rotary blower
Motor power
370W (50Hz); 450W (60Hz)
Current consumption
AC 220-240V~ 2.7A (50Hz); AC 220-240V~ 3.0A (60Hz)
Speed
2760 rpm (50Hz); 3320 rpm (60Hz)
Suction power
-110 mbar (50Hz); -130 mbar (60Hz)
CONTROL SYSTEM
Power supply
AC 230V~ power plug
Operating switch on the device
Level 0: Off
Level 1: Permanently on
Level 2: External control on
LED indicator light
Indicates operation (Level 1 or 2)
Remote control
9-pin D-SUB connector
Remote control (The extraction system is automatically switched on when the cut starts and switched off when the end groove is reached and the cutting head lifts off).
Connection: Cable connection to the FP9 main unit (3m cable)
MISCELLANEOUS
Cooling
Mechanical cooling fan on motor
Electric cooling fan inside housing
Noise protection
Wooden housing with sound-absorbing foam
Silencer
Hose connection
Outer diameter 40 mm (yy “) for hose
Adapter for 32 mm hose
Suction hose L / D
3 m / D = 32 mm (118″ / D = 1.26″) to chip container FP9 main unit
Base wheels
Lockable
MI9 MICROSCOPE - SPECIFICATIONS
CHIP ANALYSIS
MI9 microscope included in the FP9 Bundle-B. Can also be ordered separately.
Digital Microscope: HDMI Screen Microscope with Interchangeable Lenses, Remote Control, and Image and Video Recording
DIMENSIONS
Width
300mm (11,8″)
Height
300mm (11,8″)
Depth
180mm (7″)
Weight
780g (1,72lbs)
SCREEN
Size
7″ HDMI
Resolution
UHD 2880×2160 24fps; FHD 1920×1080 60fps/30fps; HD 1280×720 120fps
Video Format
MP4
Frame Rate
Max. 120fps
On-Screen Operation
Buttons (Power; Mode/Menu; Zoom; Recording Control; Image Viewing)
MAGNIFICATION RATIO
Lens A
18-720x (with 3x digital zoom) – ideal for groove viewing
Lens D
1800-2040x (with 3x digital zoom) – ideal for diamond needle viewing
Lens L
60-240x (with 3x digital zoom)
WORKING DISTANCE
Lens A
12mm – 320mm (0.47″ – 12.60″)
Lens D
4mm – 5mm (0.16″ – 0.20″)
Lens L
90mm – 300mm (3.54″ – 11,8″)
PHOTO
Resolution
Max. 5600×4200
Format
JPG
CONNECTIONS
Wired Remote Control
LED light on/off; photo; Video
USB
for connecting to a screen
Power Supply
5V USB
MISCELLANEOUS
Memory card
Micro-SD card up to 32GB (not included)
Video output
HDMI
Wired remote control
3 buttons: Power on/off for the microscope and LED brightness adjustment
Wireless remote control
20 buttons: Photo, video start/stop, menu control, digital zoom, brightness, sharpness and contrast adjustment, setting of vertical and horizontal crosslines, etc.
Mounting arm with height adjustment
Micrometer screw – ideal for fine focus adjustment (for uneven records).
Mounting bracket on the FP9 base unit
Easy operation using a micrometer screw – ideal for precise focus adjustment on uneven records.