User manual PANASONIC SL1210M5GEB

[. . . ] Turntable System Operating Instructions Model No. SL-1210M5G Note: “EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. EB E GN RQT7020-B Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. [. . . ] Highly accurate turntable speed maintained continuously with a quartz pitch control. •The [±16/±8] button can control a wide range between –8 % and +8 % and –16 % and +16 %. The [±16/±8] indicator LED illuminates in the dark. •The pitch can be varied throughout the range maintaining perfect accuracy. •Pitch can be instantly reset to the rated speed (33 1/3 or 45 r/min) with the reset button. •The pitch control slider can be easily replaced. Controls The direct drive produces high torque. •Wow and flutter below 0. 01 %. Starting torque of 1. 5 kg-cm enabling the turntable to reach 33 1/3 r/min in 0. 7 seconds. •Smooth stops are achieved with a fully electronic braking system. The braking speed can be adjusted with the brake speed control knob. Tone arm with gimbal suspension •Using the balance weight control measurement units on the tone arm, you can quickly change stylus pressure settings to the appropriate pressure. 9 Variable range pitch button (±16/±8) . 9 2 Adjust the overhang. Fit the included overhang gauge to the head shell. Adjust the overhang and facing of the cartridge and tighten the screws. •Line the stylus tip up with the end of the gauge. •The cartridge should be parallel on the shell head. Screws Overhang gauge Stylus tip 52 mm 5 RQT7020 Putting the player together In order to prevent damage during shipping some of the equipment has been disassembled. Put the player together in the following order. •Do not connect the AC mains lead until set up is complete. •Leave the dust cover off until set up and adjustments are complete. 1 Fit the turntable and turntable mat. Put the turntable on the center spindle and then lay the mat on top. •Be very careful when putting the turntable on the main unit. The magnet on the bottom of the turntable is finely adjusted and sharp contact can cause it to move and lead to poor operation. Ensure the magnet remains free from dust and iron particles. •Do not adjust the screws attaching the magnet to the turntable. The rated performance of the unit cannot be guaranteed if the magnet is moved. 1 Turntable mat 2 Turntable Magnet Attach the head shell. Fit the head shell into the tone arm, keep it horizontal and tighten the locking nut. [. . . ] Turn the amplifier off before fitting or removing the head shell. •Damage to your speakers can occur if the head shell is moved while the volume is turned up. •Leave the stylus cover on while handling the head shell to prevent damaging the stylus. Oiling the center spindle. Apply 2 or 3 drops every 2000 hours of operation. Use SFW0010 oil (not included). Thoroughly clean dust off the stylus and record. •Use a soft brush to clean the stylus. [. . . ]