User manual SONY TA-M30

[. . . ] Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. Before operating the amplifier, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. The following icon is used in this manual: Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier. [. . . ] Follow the hookup procedure indicated for each component that you want to connect. To learn the location and name of each jack, see "Front and Rear Panel Descriptions" on page 12. Before you get started Turn off the power to all components before making any connections. Do not connect the mains leads of the various components until all connections are completed. Use the audio connecting cords supplied with each component for hooking up with the amplifier. Be sure to make connections firmly to prevent hum and noise. When connecting an audio connecting cord, be sure to match the R (right) and L (left) jacks on the amplifier to the R and L jacks on the other components. Here you learn how to connect your audio components to the amplifier. 1 Remove the shorting plugs from the PHONO jacks before connecting the cables. Audio connecting cords (not supplied) (1 for each component and turntable; 2 for each tape deck, or MD deck) Do not insert the shorting plugs into the MD REC OUT, TAPE REC OUT, or PRE OUT jacks. Doing so may stop output from the amplifier or cause the unit to malfunction. When using a microphone, move the microphone away from speakers. To further reduce the possibility of howling, place the speakers or turntable on a heavy board, such as one made of concrete. You can record to two components simultaneously When both a cassette deck and MD deck are connected, the selected programme source can be recorded by both decks. Turn on the programme source you want to record. We recommend the following procedure for turning off the power. Select the programme source that you want to record by turning INPUT SELECTOR. * Select MC or MM according to the type of cartridge you are using. Prepare the recording component to record, then start recording. The adjustment of the tone or volume level does not effect the recorded sound. If you've experience any of the following difficulties while using the amplifier, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. [. . . ] Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. System Power Amplifier: Pure-complementary SEPP MOS FET power amplifier with all stages directly coupled Preamplifier: Low-noise, high-gain equalizer amplifier + MC head amplifier Power section: Large-capacity power supply advanced STD Rated output (at 4 ohms) Speaker impedance Total harmonic distortion Damping factor Frequency response 45 W + 45W (DIN) 35 W + 35W (RMS, 20 Hz to 20 kHz) 4 to 16 ohms 0. Sudden loss of audio and the POWER indicator lights up red. Change speaker positions or room conditions to eliminate obstructions in sound path. [. . . ]