Panasonic SL-1200GAE User Manual

SL-1200GAE

Operating Instructions Direct Drive Turntable System Bedienungsanleitung Plattenspieler mit Direktantrieb Mode d’emploi Platine vinyle à entraînement direct Istruzioni per l’uso Giradischi ad azionamento diretto Instrucciones de funcionamiento Sistema de accionamiento directo del plato giratorio Gebruiksaanwijzing Platenspeler met directe aandrijving Bruksanvisning Skivspelare med direktdrivning Betjeningsvejledning Pladespiller med direkte drev Käyttöohjeet Suoravetoinen levysoitinjärjestelmä

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Music is borderless and timeless, touching people’s

hearts across cultures and generations.

Each day the discovery of a truly emotive experience

from an unencountered sound awaits.

Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.

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Delivering the Ultimate Emotive Musical Experience to All

At Technics we understand that the listening experience is not purely about technology but the magical and emotional relationship between people and music. We want people to experience music as it was originally intended and enable them to feel the emotional impact that enthuses and delights them. Through delivering this experience we want to support the development and enjoyment of the world’s many musical cultures. This is our philosophy. With a combination of our love of music and the vast high-end audio experience of the Technics team, we stand committed to building a brand that provides the ultimate emotive musical experience by music lovers, for music lovers.

Director

Michiko Ogawa

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

zAbout descriptions in these operating instructions

- Pages to be referred to are indicated as “(

- The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.

Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

zFor customers within the UK: 0333 222 8777 zFor customers within Ireland: 01 447 5229 zMonday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, (Excluding public holidays). zFor further support on your product, please visit our website: www.technics.com/uk/

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Features

The coreless direct drive eliminates cogging and achieves smooth rotation

zThe twin-rotor construction reduces minute

vibration during rotation while maintaining high torque.

zThe high-precision motor control technology

switches the drive mode depending on the operational status of the motor. This technology combines high torque with high stability.

The tone arm with high-precision bearings achieves high initialmotion sensitivity

zThe tone arm pipe employs magnesium

which provides high rigidity.

zThe use of traditional Technics gimbal

suspension construction and high-precision bearings attains high initial-motion sensitivity.

Three-layered turntable that delivers smooth rotational stability

Four-layered cabinet construction and insulators based on thorough anti-vibration design

zThe top panel of immaculate aluminium

has been added to the three-layered construction of aluminium diecast, BMC, and heavyweight-class rubber. This four-layered construction combines high rigidity with a high quality finish and feel.

zThe insulators employ special silicon rubber

to ensure high vibration damping and longterm reliability. They completely dampen external vibration and suppress howling noise.

High-quality terminals

zThe use of brass-milled and gold-plated

terminals prevents degradation in sound quality.

zInside the case, the metal shielding

construction is used to diminish the effects of external noise.

zThe turntable has a three-layered construction

with a rigidly combined brass and aluminium diecast platter, and a rubber covering its rear surface to eliminate unnecessary resonance. With this construction, high rigidity and vibration damping are achieved.

zThe use of a heavyweight-class turntable that

generates a large inertial mass. It delivers smooth rotational stability.

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Highly accurate turntable speed maintained with the pitch control

zThe digital control method is adopted to

achieve constant pitch control.

zThe pitch variable range select button (×2) is

provided. The pitch control with the range up to ±16 % is possible.

Table of contents

Before use

Safety precautions ................................................................ 6

Accessories ........................................................................... 9

Parts Name ......................................................................... 10

Getting started

Putting the player together ................................................. 11

zAttaching the cartridge .......................................... 11

zFitting the turntable ............................................... 13

zFitting the turntable mat ........................................ 13

zAttaching the head shell ......................................... 13

zAttaching the balance weight ................................. 13

Connections and installation ............................................... 14

Before use Getting started

z Connecting to an integrated amplifier or

component system ................................................. 14

zInstallation ............................................................. 15

zFit the dust cover .................................................... 15

Adjustment ......................................................................... 16

zHorizontal balance ................................................. 16

zStylus pressure ....................................................... 16

zAnti-skating ............................................................ 17

zTone arm height ..................................................... 18

zArmlift height ......................................................... 19

zAdjusting the turntable startup/brake speed .......... 19

Playing back

Playing records .................................................................... 20

Pitch control (fine adjustment to pitch) ................................ 22

Maintenance

Maintenance ....................................................................... 23

Playing

back

Maintenance

Troubleshooting guide ........................................................ 24

Updating the firmware ........................................................ 24

Specifications ...................................................................... 25

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Safety precautions

Warning Caution

Unit

zTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage,

-Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

-Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

-Use only the recommended accessories.

-Do not remove covers.

-Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

-Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.

-Do not place heavy items on this unit.

AC mains lead

zTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage,

-Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.

-Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.

-Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

-Do not handle the plug with wet hands.

-Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug.

-Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

zThe mains plug is the disconnecting device.

Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

zEnsure the earth pin on the mains plug is

securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

-An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earth connection.

Unit

zDo not place sources of naked flames, such

as lighted candles, on this unit.

zThis unit may receive radio interference

caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.

zThis unit is intended for use in moderate and

tropical climates.

zDo not put any objects on this unit.

This unit becomes hot while it is on.

Placement

zPlace this unit on an even surface. zTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage,

-Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

-Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

-Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.

zEnsure that the placement location is sturdy

enough to accommodate the weight of this unit ( 25).

zDo not lift or carry this unit by holding the

knobs. Doing so may cause this unit to fall, resulting in personal injury or malfunction of this unit.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For the AC mains plug of three pins) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 10-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

Before use

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (10 ampere)

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Safety precautions

Disposal of Old Equipment Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality. Penalties may be applicable for inco

legislation.

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