User manual SONY PS-LX110

[. . . ] · The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power consumption, etc. is located on the rear exterior. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. On placement · Place the unit on a level surface. · Avoid placing the unit near electrical appliances (such as a television, hair dryer, or fluorescent lamp) which may cause hum or noise. [. . . ] · Place the unit where it will not be subject to any vibration, such as from speakers, slamming of doors, etc. · Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, extremes of temperature, and excessive dust and moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. On repacking Keep the carton and packing materials. They provide an ideal container to transport the unit. If you have any question or problem concerning your unit that is not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 2 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the Sony Stereo Turntable System. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started Unpacking 3 Assembling the Turntable 4 Hooking up the Turntable 4 Convention The following icon is used in this manual: Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier. Operations Playing a Record 5 Additional Information Maintenance 6 Troubleshooting 7 Specifications 7 Parts and Controls (Back cover) Unpacking Check that you received the following items with your turntable: · Platter (with drive belt) (1) · Rubber mat (1) · Dust cover (with hinges) (1) · 45 r/min adaptor (1) 3 Getting Started Assembling the Turntable 4 2 1 3 Hooking up the Turntable The phono cables come attached to the rear of the cabinet. 1 Connect the cable with the red plug to the right PHONO IN R input jack on the amplifier and connect the cable with the white plug to the left PHONO IN L input jack. Amplifier L PHONO IN R 1 Move the metallic parts inside the larger gear in the direction of arrows. Mains lead hookups Connect the mains lead to an AC wall outlet after completing all of the previous connections. When the power is supplied after assembling or moving the turntable The turntable sometimes rotates and the torn arm descends to the platter even if START is not pressed. If this occurs, press STOP to return the tone arm to the arm stand. / to a wall outlet 2 3 Carefully, place the platter on the spindle. Using the ribbon, loop the drive belt around the motor pully. After looping the belt, do not forget to remove the ribbon. 4 Place the rubber mat on the platter. Installing the dust cover Insert the hinges on the dust cover into the hinge pockets on the rear of the cabinet. 4 Operations To stop playing Playing a Record Press STOP. To pause playback Press the UP/DOWN button to raise the stylus off the record. To listen to a different part of the record 1 2 STOP 5 4 3 UP/DOWN 1 2 3 Press UP/DOWN button. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The tone arm skips, skates or does not advance. b The turntable is not level. Clean the record with a commercially available record cleaning kit, or replace the record. Specifications Motor and Platter Drive system Motor Platter Speeds Wow and flutter Signal to noise ratio Belt-drive DC motor 295 mm dia. (aluminum, die-cast) 33 1/3 and 45 r/min, 2 speed Less than 0. 25% (WRMS) More than 50 dB (DIN-B) Tone Arm Type Effective arm length Dynamic balanced straight shaped with soft damping control 195 mm Poor sound quality, excessive noise, intermittent sound, etc. . . b The stylus is dirty or worn. Remove dust on the stylus using a stylus cleaning brush, or replace the worn stylus (see page 6). b Dust or dirt has collected on the record. Clean the record using a good quality record cleaner. General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions Mass U. S. A. : 120 V AC, 60 Hz Other countries: 220 ~ 230 V, 50/60 Hz 2W Approx. 420 x 100 x 342 mm (w/h/d) 2. 7 kg Rumble or low-frequency howl*. b The turntable is placed too close to speakers. Move speakers away from the turntable. Supplied Accessories 45 r/min adaptor (1) Platter (with drive belt) (1) Rubber mat (1) Dust cover (1) Tempo is incorrect. b Incorrect r/min. [. . . ] Move speakers away from the turntable. Supplied Accessories 45 r/min adaptor (1) Platter (with drive belt) (1) Rubber mat (1) Dust cover (1) Tempo is incorrect. b Incorrect r/min. Set the r/min setting to match the one indicated on the record. (Select "33" for 33 1/3 r/min records or "45" for 45 r/min records. ) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. The drive belt is deteriorated. b Replace the drive belt. [. . . ]