Panasonic sl-1200gae Operation Manual

SL-1200GAE

Owner's Manual Direct Drive Turntable System

Manuel d’utilisation Platine tourne-disque à entraînement direct

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.

Sans frontières, la musique est aussi intemporelle, touchant le

coeur des gens en traversant les cultures et les générations.

Tous les jours, nous attendons la révélation d’une expérience

émotionnelle authentique à partir d’un son venu de nulle part.

Permettez-nous de vous emmener en voyage pour redécouvrir

la musique.

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.

Apportez à tous l’expérience musicale empreinte d’émotions

Chez Technics, nous savons que l’expérience de l’écoute n’est pas purement et simplement une question de technologie, mais de relation magique entre les personnes et la musique. Nous voulons que tout un chacun puisse ressentir la musique telle qu’elle a été conçue à l’origine et lui permettre de ressentir le choc émotionnel qu’il brûle de connaître. En apportant ce vécu, nous cherchons à accompagner le développement et le plaisir des nombreuses cultures musicales du monde. Telle est notre philosophie. Ici et maintenant, alliant l’amour de la musique et la grande expérience musicale de l’équipe Technics, nous sommes pleinement déterminés à construire une marque qui apporte le vécu musical émotionnel aux fervents de la musique.

Director Directeur

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 “( 00)”.

- The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.

If you have any questions, visit: U.S.A.: http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support

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 aluminum has

been added to the three-layered construction of aluminum diecast, BMC, and heavyweightclass 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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................... 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

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) .................................. 26

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) .............................. 27

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

AC power supply cord

zThe power plug is the disconnecting device.

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

zEnsure the earth pin on the power plug is securely

connected to prevent electrical shock.

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

Caution

Unit

zDo not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted

candles, on this unit.

Placement

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.

zKeep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32”) away from

the system for proper ventilation.

Warning

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.

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The following mark and symbols are located on

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bottom of the unit.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

NOT OPEN

CAUTION :

Conforms to UL STD 60065. Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.60065.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, 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.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna. zIncrease the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

zConsult 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.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Before use

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European

Union. If you wish to discard this product, please

contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Accessories

In order to prevent damage during shipping some of the equipment has been disassembled. Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Turntable (1 pc.) (RYQ1618-X)

EP record adaptor (1 pc.) (RMX0551)

Auxiliary weight big (1 pc.) (TPAKK62)

Screw set for cartridge (1 set) (RXQ2315)

zNuts (2 pc.) zScrews-short (2 pc.) zScrews-long (2 pc.) zWashers (2 pc.)

Turntable mat (1 pc.) (RGS0008)

Balance weight (1 pc.) (RXQ2316)

Head shell (1 pc.) (RFA3670)

PHONO cable (1 pc.) (K2KYYYY00257)

Dust cover (1 pc.) (RYF1035-Q)

Auxiliary weight small (1 pc.) (TPAKK61)

Overhang gauge (1 pc.) (RMR2210-W)

PHONO earth lead (1 pc.) (K4EY1YY00160)

Before use

AC power supply cord (1 pc.) (K2CG3YY00191)

zThe model numbers of the accessories are as of March 2016.

They are subject to change without notice. zDispose of the packaging materials in an appropriate manner. zFollow the local regulations when disposing of the product. zDo not use any other AC power supply cord, PHONO cable and PHONO earth lead except the

supplied one. zKeep the cartridge, auxiliary weight, nuts, screws and washers out of reach of children to prevent

swallowing.

Screw set for turntable (1 (RXQ2343)

zScrews-long (3 pc.) zWashers (3 pc.) zBelleville springs (3 pc.)

set

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