User manual PANASONIC SL-1200M3D

[. . . ] Turntable System SL-1200M3D Operating Instructions Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please save this manual. P PC RQT4912-2P Dear customer Supplied accessories Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacements parts. Table of contents Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] ¡Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ¡Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 3 RQT4912 Features A masterpiece amongst turntables with a worldwide reputation. Pitch control reset button ·Pitch can be instantly reset to the rated speed (33 1/3 or 45 rpm). Highly accurate turntable speed maintained continuously with a quartz pitch control ·The pitch can be varied between -8 and +8%, with accuracy maintained throughout the range. 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 rpm in 0. 7 seconds. ·Fully electric braking system. Tone arm with gimbal suspension -8 6 4 2 +8 2 4 6 +8 ·The tone arm can be finely adjusted in a range of 6 millimeters with the lockable height control. Anti-vibration design with 3 layer cabinet construction and large insulating legs. Name Reference page(s) (Stylus weight 2) Screw for cartridge Shell with stylus weight (Shell weight 1) Lead wire Terminal Stylus Nut Screw for cartridge Stylus tip Overhang gauge 52mm EP record adaptor . 9 Preparation of the cartridge Attach a cartridge (not included). Follow the cartridge's instructions to correctly attach it to the head shell. ·Use the included shell weight 1 when using a light cartridge (3. 5 to 6. 5 grams). ·Use the stylus weight 2 to increase stylus pressure ( page 7). Leave it off until stylus pressure has been adjusted. YES NO NO Adjust the overhang. 4 RQT4912 Fit the included overhang gauge to the head shell. Adjust the overhang and facing of the cartridge and tighten the screws. · Line the point of the stylus up with the end of the gauge. ·The cartridge should be parallel on the shell head. Putting the player together Put the player together in the following order. ·Do not connect the AC power cord until set up is complete. ·Leave the dust cover off until set up and adjustments are complete. Fit the turntable and turntable mat . Magnet 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. [. . . ] ·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). Moving the unit Repackage the unit in the packaging it came in. If you no longer have the packaging, do the following: ·Return the tone arm to the arm rest and tape it in place. ·Remove the balance weight and head shell from the tone arm and carefully wrap them. [. . . ]