Sony PS-LX2 User Manual
SONY®
STEREO TURNTABLE SYSTEM
7' 28 9"*-
PS-LX2/LX2C
PHOTO : PS-LX2C in U.S.A.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.
This manual should be retained for future reference.
I 1981 by Sony Corporation
OWNER’S RECORD
PRECAUTIONS
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record
these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them when
ever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
.Serial No..
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not ex
pose the unit to rain or nnoisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified person
nel only.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features ......................................................................................... 2
Precautions .................................................................................... 2
Parts identification .......................................................................... 3
Turntable assembly......................................................................... 3
Cartridge installation ....................................................................... 4
Tonearm assembly ......................................................................... 4
Tonearm adjustment ....................................................................... 4
Tonearm balance adjustment
Tracking forth adjustment
Anti-skating conpensation
Connections..................................................................................... 6
Tips on record handling .................................................................. 6
Record playing
Preparation
To start playing
To lift up the stylus during play
To stop during play
Replacing the stylus ....................................................................... 7
Maintenance.................................................................................... 7
Specifications.................................................................. Back cover
Trouble checks ............................................................... Back cover
...............................................................................
6
FEATURES
On safety
• Operate the unit only on 120 V ac, 60 Hz.
• 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.
On installation
• Place the turntable on a level surface.
• Avoid placing the unit near electrical appliances (such as a televi
sion, 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.
• Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance behind the unit so that
the cover can be opened.
On dust cover removal
Open the dust cover fully and slide it upward with both hands.
On repacking
Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. It is an ideal
container in which to transport the unit. When shipping the unit to
another location, secure the tonearm to the arm rest and repack it
as illustrated on the carton box.
• Magnedisc Servo System monitors the speed of the turntable
with great precision.
• The linear torque BSL (brushless and slotless) direct drive servo
motor has a high signal-to-noise ratio.
• The low-mass tonearm and cartridge allow the stylus to track
with greater accuracy.
• Servo Lock indicator illuminates lighter when the turntable starts
to rotate at nominal speed.
• Disc centering guides facilitate placing a 30 cm record over the
center spindle.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
The picture below shows the appearance of the assembled turntable.
Disc Centering Guides
Center Spindle
Rubber Mat
TURNTABLE ASSEMBLY
45-rpm Adaptor
SPEED Selector
^Counterweight
'Tracking Force Ring
Cueing Platform
Anti-skating Compensator
Arm Rest
Locking Collar
Cartridge Shell
-Up/Down Button[i/V_]
'REJECT Button
■ SERVO LOCK Indicator
Do not connect the power cord or the connecting cords until the
turntable has been completely assembled.
Remove all packing material and wipe the cabinet off.
Save the packing box and materials for possible future use.
The numbers in the illustration refer to the sequence of assembly.
O Keep the metallic parts indicated by the arrows in the illustration
inside the large white gear.
©Carefully place the platter on the motor board by fitting the
center hole over the center spindle. Be careful that no foreign ob
jects lodge under the platter.
• Do not touch the magnetic coating or the magnetic pick-up head.
O Place the rubber mat on the platter.
Disc centering guide instailation
Insert the supplied disc centering guide as illustrated.
30 cm record
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