Sony PSJ20 User Manual

4-228-796-12(1)

Stereo
Turntable System

Operating Instructions

PS-J20

© 2000 by Sony Corporation

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.

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

To prevent fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with news
papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And
don’t place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.

For the customers in the
U.S.A.

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.

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.

NOTICE FOR THE
CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with
BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for
your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied
need to be replaced, a fuse of the same
rating as the supplied one and approved
by ASTA or BSI to BS1362, (i.e., marked
with mark or mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment
has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to
attach the fuse cover after you change
the fuse. Never use the plug without the
fuse cover.
If you should lose the fuse cover, please
contact your nearest Sony service
station.

Precautions

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.

• Use caution when placing the unit on
surfaces that have been specially
treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) as
staining or discoloraion of the surface
may result.

On repacking

Keep the carton and packing materials.
They provide an ideal container to
transport the unit.

If you have any question or problem

This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

concerning your unit that is not covered
in this manual, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or
modification not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.

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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.

Convention

The following icon is used in this
manual:

z 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 items with your turntable:

• Rubber mat (1)

• 45 r/min adaptor (1)

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Getting Started

Assembling the Turntable

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1 Place the rubber mat on the platter.

To make sure it operates properly, rotate the platter
clockwise once or twice with your 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.

110–120V

220–240V

3 Replace the lid and close the dust cover.

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