Kenwood KD-3070 Turntable repairs

[@nikmills]

That app on the phone is really cool.

[@haptown]

I’m having the same issue with the pause function on my KD-3070. I’d love it if you could do a detailed view of what you did to fix yours.

[@tonec3663]

From the video, it looks like you have the anti-skate spring attached to the anti-skate cam. The spring is only used for the anti-skate set up and should be released once the optimum weight is set.

[@johntiffin7165]

I notice you are not using the anti-skate weight in this video. I have this turntable and that weight arm falls of about 2/3 of the way through the record. Not sure how that would get adjusted though

[@badtolz2122]

I believe in this particular model if it's not running, the pause arm/lift shouldn't work. Only while it's running. I believe there used to be a label on it indicating that.

[@raysrepairsottawa]

Thanks for your comment. I will keep that in mind.

[@irhymeswithpie]

Hello! Thank you so much for this video! hoping to do something like you did replacing the RCA cables. I know this video was a while ago. Was hoping to get your 2 cents here if you have time :) I have an issue where i'm getting buzz through the same Kenwood KD-3070. When I have my turntable going > phono > amplifier I get a buzz that increases with my volume. when using another turntable (RT-85) at the beginning of the chain there is no buzz, with same headshell. When touching the RCA connectors with my fingers the buzz gets louder. Also when hearing the same buzz when unplugging my turntables power adapter. The RCA cables which were just replaced by a tech. No buzz on his test bench. I've tried moving the turntable to a different location. tried bypassing my external phono and going directly to the built in phono on my integrated amplifier. I'm assuming the cables that were installed aren't properly shielded? I'm wondering if there are other work arounds besides replacing another cable.

[@raysrepairsottawa]

I am certainly not an expert on turntables, but you can try make sure the unit is grounded to the amp you are using. There is usually a ground wire which you would connect to the chassis of the amp. Also try check very closely on the small wires at the back of the cartridge, maybe one has broken. Good luck.

[@irhymeswithpie]

@@raysrepairsottawaTy. Forgot to mention that I am using the ground wire from turntable to phono. Even tried continuing that ground with another cable from phono to amp with same result

[@irhymeswithpie]

Also tried using the same car from my rt85 and still has the same buzz. Gets louder with the volume.

[@raysrepairsottawa]

Maybe something is failing in the power supply, bad smoothing caps??

[@irhymeswithpie]

@@raysrepairsottawa sorry didn’t see you replied again. Mb. When I unplug the turntable and RCAs are connected I still get the same buzz/hum. Bummer cuz I really like this table

[@haptown]

Can you show the location of the screw you adjusted to fix the pause lever? I don’t see a screw in the area you are pointing to in the video. Thanks!

[@raysrepairsottawa]

I don't have the turntable anymore so I cannot take a photo to show you a close-up. If you can take a close-up photo of the tone arm from the top view I can try to pinpoint where the screw hole is. It is very small and you would need a jewelers type screwdriver to fit in there.

[@haptown]

@@raysrepairsottawa I will get a photo tomorrow. Thanks!

[@mitchlee2961]

Actually the arm lifter is not supposed to engage unless the platter is turning and the arm is auto-lifted. Then it lowers and lifts fine. It is diabled again if one presses CUT. This is a feature, not a defect. There was probably nothing wrong.

[@mitchlee2961]

Also this machine mutes when not playing. Anyone know how to service this if it goes wrong and stays muted as one channel is on mine?

[@raysrepairsottawa]

If I am not mistaken, the MUTE function makes use of a mechanical switch underneath the unit. If you follow the signal cables I am sure you can locate it. Perhaps the switch is sticky and needs to be cleaned.