The first thing I did when I got my 2.2 was try to try to install a new cartridge and I broke one of the wires. Fortunately I have a local repair shop that is much more reasonable than the one you spoke with and I think it was about $50-$75 to get the wire repaired and the cartridge mounted. Millercarbon's tips were great.
The wires on that table seem to be particularly flimsy, so be extra careful.
See if there's another dealer or repair shop that will give you a better price on mounting the cartridge, it certainly shouldn't cost as much as the turntable. If you bought the turntable from a local dealer, ask them if they can install the cart for you.
See if there's another dealer or repair shop that will give you a better price on mounting the cartridge, it certainly shouldn't cost as much as the turntable. If you bought the turntable from a local dealer, ask them if they can install the cart for you.