Congratulations on your new TTL Setup! Here are detailed instructions on how to completely set up your Audio-Technica AT-LP60X turntable and Audioengine speakers, plus some tweaks for optimizing the setup.
1.0 SET UP YOUR AUDIOENGINE SPEAKERS
1.1
Unpack your Audioengine speakers + locate the accessories + cables as shown. Locate the speaker wire which be used to connect the (2) speakers together. For the A2's the speaker wire is clear, for the A5's the speaker wire is black with gold banana plugs.
1.2
Position your speakers. NOTE: Position the powered unit on the left.
1.3
Plug in your speakers + connect them together using the speaker wire.
2.0 SET UP YOUR AT-LP60X TURNTABLE
Please refer to this quick video to get your AT-LP60X turntable set up.
2.1
SUPER IMPORTANT: when you have the body of the turntable unpacked, locate the pre-amp switch on the back and make sure it’s set to LINE OUT.
2.2
Now, locate the turntable's RCA cable and plug it into the speaker as shown.
3.0 POWER UP + PLAY
- Locate the power supply (this may be tucked away in a small white box), and plug into your turntable (the power input is located on the back of the turntable).
- Put on a record.
- Hit the start button on the turntable.
3.1
Power on your speakers!
If you have A5's and you don't hear anything, press the front-panel volume knob to cycle through inputs until you hear something. (the A2 plays all inputs simultaneously).
4.0 UPGRADES (SOLD SEPARATELY)
4.1
Audioengine offers affordable, silicone desktop stands for both the A2+ and A5+
- DS1 Speaker Stands for A2+ ($29)
- DS2 Speaker Stands for A5+ ($34)
4.2
There aren't many mods you can make to the LP60X, however you can swap out the stylus cheaply with the ATN91R Stylus ($39). This upgrade improves tracking and sound quality with the ATN91R's metal cantilever (vs. the stock carbon fiber).
4.3
Turntable Lab: Triple Operation Brush ($25) - The Carbon Fiber brush that your setup is great for everyday usage (we use one in our office). However, our new Triple Operation brush is on another level in terms of effectiveness with dual cleaning pads plus an integrated carbon fiber brush.
4.1 +BLUETOOTH TURNTABLE OPTIONAL UPGRADE
If you purchased the Audio Technica LP60X-BT turntable with added Bluetooth functionality, you can connect your turntable to the A2+ or A5+ speakers wirelessly. Ensure that you have followed step 1.3 above - connecting the two speakers. You can skip step 2.2 above and follow these connection instructions:
4.1.1
Activate the speaker's Bluetooth mode by pressing the Pair button on the rear panel of the active speaker as indicated below. A flashing LED indicates that the speaker is in pairing mode.
For the A5+ speaker model, ensure that the included Bluetooth antenna is screwed in and pointing upward.
4.1.2
Once the turnable is set up as above and connected to mains, push the Bluetooth button to the bottom left of the platter and hold for two seconds. The LED light will alternate flashing between blue and red, indicating that the turntable is in pairing mode. Once the turntable has successfully paired with the speaker, that flashing light will change to a solid blue solid blue. (NOTE: the turntable and speaker need to be within 1.0m of each other to pair).
4.1.3
Put on a record and start spinning! If you have any problems with pairing devices, feel free to reach out to our customer service team for troubleshooting tips.