Sony PS-J11 User Manual

Stereo

Turntable System

3-864-744-11(1)

Operating Instructions

PS-J11

© 1998 by Sony Corporation

WARNING

Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase or
built-in cabinet.

Precautions

To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or

moisture.

For the customers in the

U.S.A.

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This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that'maybe of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

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.

For the customers in Canada
CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.

On safety

• Before operating the unit, check that
the operating voltage of your unit is
identical with that of your local
power supply.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the unit and
have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any
further.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet
if it is not to be used for an extended
period of time. To disconnect the
cord, pull it out by the plug. Never
pull the cord itself.

• The unit is not disconnected from the
AC power source (mains) as long as it
is connected to the wall outlet, ever if
the unit itself has been turned off.

• The nameplate indicating operating
voltage, power consumption, etc. is
located on the rear exterior.

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.

On repacking

Keep the carton and packing materials.
Thev provide an ideal container to
tra'nsport the unit.

If vou have anv question or problem
concerning vour unit that is not covered
in this iTianual, please consult vour
nearest Sonv dealer.

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Welcome!

Thank \'ou for purchasing the Sonr­Stereo Turntable System. Before
operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for
future reference.

Convention

The following icon is used in this
manual:

Q Indicates hints and tips for

making the task easier.

Table of contents

Getting Started

Unpacking 3
Assembling the Turntable 4
Setting the Voltage Selector (Only on models supplied with a
voltage selector) 4
Hooking up the Turntable 5

Operations

Playing a Record 6

Additional Information

Maintenance 7
Troubleshooting 8
Specifications 8
Parts and Controls 9

Unpacking

Check that you received the following ifems with your turntable:

• Rubber mat (1)

• 45 r/min adaptor (1)

Assembling the Turntable

1 Place the rubber mat on the platter.

To make sure it operates properly, rotate the platter
clockwise once or twoce with vour hand.

Notes on installation

• Place the turntable 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 turntable 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.

Setting the Voltage Selector (Only on models supplied with a voltage selector)

Check that the voltage selector is set to the local power
line voltage. If not, set the selector to the correct

position using a screwdriver.

1 Remove the dust cover.

2 Remove the lid, and set the voltage selector to the

local power line voltage using a screwdriver.

3 Replace the lid and close the dust cover.

Hooking up the Turntable

The phono cables and earth lead 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

2 Set MM. AMP. on the bottom panel according to

the amplifier connection as follows:

Getting Started

For connection to

PHONO IN jacks OFF
AUX IN or LINE IN jacks ON

Mains lead hookups

Connect the mains lead to an AC wall outlet after
completing all of the previous connections.

in

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Set MM.AMP. to

si

to a wall outlet

Playing a Record

1 Place a record orv the platter

Note

Place only one record on the platter at a time. If two or
more records are stacked on the platter, the stylus will

not make proper contact with the grooves and the

quality of reproduction will be impaired.

4,6
3

5
3

To stop playing

Press REJECT.

To pause playback

Set the cuemg lex er backward to raise stx lus oft the
record during playback.

To listen to a different part of the record

1 Set the cueing lever backward to raise stylus

during playback.

2 Move the tone arm to the position you desire.
3 Set the cueing lever forward.

To play a 17-cm record

Place the supplied 45 r/min adaptor on the spindle.
When you have finished using the adaptor, put it back
in the adaptor tray.

2 Press SPEED to select the speed.
3 Remove the protective cover from the cartridge,

and release the stopper from the tone arm.

4 Set the cueing lever backward.

5 Move the tone arm to the desired position over

the record.

6 Set the cueing lever forward.

The tone arm descends slowly to the record and
playback begins.

7 .Adjust the volume on vour amplifier.

Additional Information

Maintenance

Stylus and Record Care

In order to prevent premature stylus and record wear,
the stylus and record should be cleaned before
playback.
To clean the stylus, brush it from back to front using a
good quality stylus cleaning brush. Do not clean the
stylus with your finger tip. When using a fluid stylus
cleaner, make sure not to moisten the stylus too much.

To clean your records, wipe thoroughly using a good
quality record cleaner.

Cleaning the Cabinet and Dust Cover

Clean the cabinet and dust cover periodically using a
soft dry cloth. If stains are difficult to remove, use a
cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not
use solvents such as alcohol, benzine or thinner, since
they will damage the finish.

Replacing the Stylus

The life expectancy of the stylus tip is about 400 hours.
To preserve maximum sound quality and avoid
damage to your records, we recommend replacing the
stv'lus within this time limit.
Additional replacement styli (CN-234) are available
from your Sony dealer.

To replace the stylus

1 Turn off the amplifier.
2 While holding the cartridge, detach the stylus

assembh’ as illustrated.

3 Insert the new stylus into the cartridge.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting

Before going through tire check list below, first make

sure that:

• The pow'er cord is securely coitnected.

• The speaker cords are secure!}’ connected.
Should any problem persist after you have made these
checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

The tone arm skips, skates or does not advance.

♦ The turntable is not level. Place the turntable on a

level surface.

♦ The record is dirty or scratched.

Clean the record with a commercially available
record cleaning kit, or replace the record.

Poor sound quality, excessive noise, intermittent sound,
etc...

♦ The stylus is dirty or worn. Remove dust on the

stylus using a stylus cleaning brush, or replace the
worn stylus (see page 7).

♦ Dust or dirt has collected on the record. Clean the

record using a good quality record cleaner.

Rumble or low-frequency howl*.

♦ The turntable is placed too close to speakers. Move

speakers awav from the turntable.

Platter does not rotate.

♦ Make sure the power cord is inserted all the way into

an AC w^ll outlet.

Sound is too low or distorted.

♦ The turntable is not cormected to the PHONO inputs

on the amplifier (see page 5).

♦ Set MM.AMP. ON/OFF to the appropriate position

(see page 5).

Specifications

Motor and Platter
Drive system
Motor
Platter
Speeds
Wow and flutter
Signal to noise ratio

Tone Arm

Type
Effective arm length

General

Power requirements

Power consumption
Dimensions

Mass

Supplied Accessories

45 r/min adaptor (1)
Rubber mat (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Belt-dme
DC servo motor

18.5cm, molded aluminum alloy

33 V, and 45 r/min, 2 speed

Less than 0.25% (WRMS)
More than 45 dB (DIN-B) with supplied
cartridge

Static balanced integrate straight arm
204 mm

U.S.A. and Canadian models: 120V AC,
60 Hz

Europe model: 220 - 230 V AC, 50/60

Hz
Other countries: 110 - 120/220 - 240 V

AC, 50/60 Hz

5 W

Approx. 280 X 87 X 314 mm (w/h/d)

(11 X 3 "/ty X 12 ’/., inches)

2kg (4 lb 6 oz)

This phenomenon, called "acoustic feedback", occurs
when vibrations from the speakers are transmitted
through the air or via solid objects (such as shelves, a
cabinet, or the floor) to the turntable where they are
picked up bv the stylus, amplified and reproduced

through the speakers.

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Parts and Controls

Additional Information

N’oltage selector (inside) (except USA and Europe

a

models)

2 Spindle

Rubber mat

3
4 Platter

SPEED button

5
6

Cartridge
REJECT button

7

Dust co\ er

m

45 r/min adaptor

a

Hinge

M

Cueing lever

0

Tone arm

M

Arm stand

0

Finger lift

0

8

0

12

13

14