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Tracking issue with dynavector 20XL

I recently purchased a Dynavector 20XL for my VPI Scout. I have been setting it up for the last couple of hours and I THINK I have it right but when I put it through the Bias Setting 300hz (track 8) on the Hi-Fi News test LP it squeals like a pig!!!The only way I can stop this is by increasing the sylus force to 2.5+ grams which I know exceeds the manufacturers recommended weight of 1.8- 2.2grams. I love the sound I am getting from the cartridge and everything I read here and on Vinyl asylum about this cart being a great match for the Scout appears to be true. I am noticing subtle differences on my copy of THE WELL that are very positive. How much weight(pardon the pun) should I put on cartridge not passing the track 8 test? I previously used a Grado Gold, Goldring Eroica ,and Denon DL103. All three passed the 8 track test with no problem.
flyfisher
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rauliruegas
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Dear Flyfisher: 2.2 grs is the manufacturer limit to warranty that the coils were centered and that the cartridge suspension will work on target.
Don't worried about how it test on that test LP, the important subject is that you don't have that problem during LP playing and I think you can't have any problem with normal LP's.

Now, do you have problems with the normal playing LP's ?, if you don't then forget about that test.

Regards and enjoy the music.
Raul.
flyfisher OP
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Thanks for the response Raul. No, I haven't had any problems in listening. If anything I am enjoying the sound on my second listening system.
dodgealum
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VPI suggests tracking that cartridge above the manufacturers figure. I can't find my notes but I believe I'm tracking my 20XM at around 2.375 (on a Scout). Call Mike at VPI and he will give you guidance. BTW, once you get it set up at the higher tracking force run the bias test again--you will probably get the same result. I tried everything including the anti-skate kit from VPI to resolve this to no avail. I'm not sure how much it matters, the table sounds great to me!
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