Technics SL BD22 User Manual

Technics

FGSERVD

Automatic Turntable System

SL-BD2

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

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Before operating this unit, please read these

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and retain

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Before

using
operating
Afterwards
care
in the

1.

2.

4. Place

5.

S.

7.

instructions

keep them

to

follow

operating

Avoid

places

Do

not

use

pool,

or

Don't

allow

this

unit.

Don't

place small metal

liquid

on

Avoid

placemeni

direct

rays

Don't

place

where

curtains

holes.

ahis

Never place
any

other
Placement
Placethe

Use

of

a cart

When

deciding

recommendations

Wall

or

ceiling

If the

unit

so

only

as

ti

this

unit, be sure

and these safety

the

the like. Damp basements

or

unit

heat-emitting

unit

is

handy

warnings

instructions.

where

this

unit

water

near the unit.

of

01

the

sun,

this

unit
or

furniture

this

unit

on a stable, vibration-free, level shelf

Of

stand

on a

fm

!nsialiation

to

be

mounted

recommended

to

for

indicated

there is

water

near a

bathtub,

or

any

objects

the

unit

where

or

where

in a

bookcase

from

heat-emitting

near a radiator, heat register, stove,

equipment

cart

or

this

unit

on a wall

in the

ns for

read

the

suggestions

future

reference. Take special

on the

or

humidity.

washbasin,

should

foreign

object

or

it

will be

ventilation

or

may

obstruct

(including

stand, be sure

in the

operating

or

operating

applicable

unit

anything

between cabinets,

appliances.

ceiling,

items

carefully.

itself

as

well

swimming

also be avoided.

to

get

inside

containing

exposed

is inadequate.

the

instructions.

io

ve'1tilation

amplifiers).

or

stand.

to

follow

instructions.

be sure

to

of

as

the

or

or

the

do

afety

8.

Check

the
unit
Be sure
indicated
the

9.

Care
Take
its
placed on it, and
hold
sure
disconnecting

If

the

10.
Be sure

11. Never

(a)

(b) If a
(c) If
(d)

(e)

Unplug
technician
or

12. Repairs
Except
instructions.
request service
or

voltage

to a power

to

connect

in

unit

itself.

oi

the

power

care

that

connection

of

the

plug

to

grasp

unit

will

to

disconnect

attempt

If

the

power

foreign

the

unit

If

the

unit

shows

an

Jf

the

unit

are damaged

the

(or the dealer

the

nearest service center).

for

nearest service center).

rating

supply.

the un it

the

operating

cord

the

cord

to

the

unit

that

it

is

or

cord

the

plug

it.

not

be used

the

repairs

yourself

cord

or

object

or

is exposed

does

not
unusual
has been

power

adjustments

do

change.

...

etc.

cord

not

attempt

from a qualified

of

this

unit

before

only

to

the

instructions,

and

plug

is

not

bent

or

not

if

your

for a long
power

plug is damaged.

liquid

to

function

dropped

from

sharply

near the plug), that

pinched

rain.

and

explained

any

hand

body

cord.

falls

normally,

and

consult

whom

repairs

technician

or

is

when

period

into

the

the

connecting

type

of

power

indicated

nothing

always

of

time:

or

if

operation

or

operating
Be sure

your

supply

chassis

dealer

or

as

(especially near

crushed. Never take

wet, and

connecting

the unit.

cabinet

with a qualified

unit

was purchased

in

the

yourself.

(or

the

on

is

be

or

to

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TO
SHOCK.

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OF

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DO

THE

NOT

SHOCK

RISK OF

REMOVE SCREWS.

ELECTRIC

NO

The

A

lightning
within
alert

the
"dangerous
enclosure
to

constitute

The

exclamation
triangle
presence
tenance (servicing)
accompanying

flash with arrowhead symbol,

an

equilateral triangle. is

user

to

the presence

that

a risk

is

intended

of

voltage"

important

may

the appliance.

within

be

of

sufficient

of

electric

point

within

to

alert
operating

instructions

intended

of

uninsulated

the

product's

magnitude

shock

to

persons.

an

equilateral

the

user

and

in the literature-

to

main-

to

the

2-

Accessories

Platter mat (1)

AC

power

Turntable

1. Remove the packing spacers.

supply

cord

(1) Stereo

connection

cable (1)

Assembly

3. Place the platter mat

the platter about ten times clockwise.

Platter

mat

Platter

4.

Attach a

Ground

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------,1-/1--

114PI

wire

(GND) (1)

cartridge

45-rpm

adaptor

on

the platter, and turn

(This sets the

mechanism
correct

position.)

(option).

rotation

to

the

(1)

Store them

2.

Attach the drive belt properly.

for

future

packing.

Capstan

Connections

5.

Install the dust cover.

CD

Clamp

the

tonearm.

Amplifier

3

Operation

Platter

4S-rpm

mat

adaptor

Strobe

lines

This

unit's

which

generally

This

fluctuation,

appear

to
change, because the
frequency.

Tonearm

Arm

rest

Set

to

"

~"

to

Stop

switch

Press

to

stop

strobe

illuminator

has a 0.2%

when

change. However, actual

stop

the

play

the play.

operates at the

fluctuation.

present, may make

DC

motor

is

not

Note--------------------~

Do

not

try

a

static

electricity

tr.r":"::1i~rn

temporarily.

the

platter

affected by

to

clean the

disc

is

playing,

to rise.

AC

line

frequency

strobe

speed does

AC

power

UV""CllJ;:>V'

might

pattern

not

line

3

2 ! Speed selector I

Set

to

1 Place a

II

For

a 17

disc

-em

Strobe-iliuminatorl
pilot

lamp

I

Cueing

Set

disc's

on

the

(7")

to

"~".

speed.

platter

(large

control

mat.

center

hole)

disc

Remove

stylus

4

(There is no
according

Configuration
differs
manufacturer.)

Move

The

will start

~

connector
changeable and

Set

to

(play

will start.)

the

protector.

protector

to

the

manufacturer.

of

the

according

to

the

strobe-illuminator/pilot

turning.

is the standard mark

system.

"

sz

",

III

1.

2.

protector

to

the

desired

(option)

Products

compatible

When

The

tonearm
automatic
Rotation will stop.

position.

lamp

will

light

for

the

"P-mount"
carrying
with

this

each other.

ends

will

automatically

return feature).

and the

plug-in-

mark are

return

platter

inter-

to

the arm rest (the

Attach

the

stylus

protector

4-

if

fitted.

Adjustment

Make

this

matically

1.

Adjust

2.

Check

If

there

adjustment

to

the

to

the

to

be sure

is

no

automatic

arm rest,

desired

the

if

the

tonearm

or

if it

returns

automatic-return
automatic-return

return.

doesn't

before

position.
position

the

return

tune

is

correct.

auto-

ends.

the

When
according
supply.

The

stroboscope

moving;

platter

platter

adjust

to

the

speed is

appears

the

rotates,

rotation

correct

speed if

the

strobe

speed and

to

be

the

Speed

marks
the

when the

stationary

stripes

appear

Power

form a stripe

frequency

stripe

while

to

supply

of

the

pattern

the

platter

be

moving.

frequency

pattern

power

of

the

is

Auto-return

This

adjustment

not

be necessary unless

1.

Set the

2.

Move

3.

Adjust

cueing

the

the

is preset at

control

tonearm

stylus

T=--'-------

adjustment

the

the

cartridge

to

"

to a position

tip

positon.

factory.

.:z

".

above

screw

This

adjustment

or

stylus

the

disc.

Adjustment

is changed.

should

screw

~~

~ - - - - - 33-1/3 rpm

e

~

~

45

t=.

If stripe pattern If stripe
seems to move to seems to move to
the

left

(platter

speed is

Platter speed will
decrease. increase.

+.,.......

~

pitch

!~-;~~rpm

too

fast)

-

adj.

I

rpm

torSO

Hz

;=~~~~~~::n

(For

U.S.A. and

the

right

speed is

Platter speed will

+~-

~

pitch

use

pattern

(platter

too

countries)

CANADA)

slow)

adj.

Repla

If noise is heard
Replace it
(Refer

to

The

plug-in

unit

in every respect:
position,
any

need

adjustment

to

(Refer

with

the

operating

type

center

for

of

the

page 3.)

from

a new one.

of

cartridge

weight,

of

gravity, etc.

troublesome

stylus pressure.

new

discs,

instructions

is
correct

This

ment

the

stylus

is

probably

of

the

cartridge.)

already

connection

designed

stylus

means

pressure,

that

there's no

of

worn.

to

match

stylus

longer

lead wires

this

tip

or

-5-

Maintenance

Use a

soft

brush

or

similar
Thoroughly
disc cleaner.

To

clean

If

the
soap-and-water
Wring
Wipe

Never use
treated
Such

clean

this

su rfaces are

the

cloth

once

again

alcohol,

cloth

to

chemicals

discs

or

a soft,

paint

this

unit.

damage

material

thinner,

your

unit, use a soft,

extremely

solution

well before

with

clean

may

to

occasionally

dry

cloth.

dirty,

use a

a weak

detergent

wiping

the

dry

cloth.

benzine,

the

finish

gently

remove

with a high-quality

soft

cloth,

dipped

solution.

unit.

nor a chemically

of

your

unit.

the

dust.

into

a

Troubleshooting

Guide

Before requesting service

or a minor

If

you

Authorized

(In U.S.A.,

~

The platter doesn't
the tonearm is moved.
A
("howling")
the volume level is solid material (such
increased. hard board, etc.) beneath the speaker systems.

Unusual scratching noises
are heard.

are in

consult

_____

P_r_o_b_le_m

loud

and unusual

adjustment on

doubt

service centers (enclosed with

is heard

for

this unit, check the

your

about

MSC

part may eliminate the problem and restore

some

of

the

check

Authorized service

______~________

turn

when

The

platter's belt has slipped off. • Re-attach the belt.

sound

when

location

The

systems is unstable.

Disc is old

Dust in

Stylus needle is worn.

chart

points,

or

this

center

if the remedies

unit)

to locate a

for

P_r_o_b_a_b_le

of

the

turntable

or

scratched.

disc

grooves.

below

for a possible

detailed instructions.)

convenient

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c_au_s_e_(~s~)

and speaker

cause

of

the

proper

indicated

service center,

in the

problem

operation.

chart

do
or

________~________

elf

the

upon

-Try
speaker systems.

-Try
commercially
the turntable.

<!ITurn

reduce the

~

Use sc cleaner to remove the

disc

(J

If

the
played,
with

you

are

experiencing.

not

solve the problem,

consult

your

Technics

s_u~g~g~e_s_te_d

equipment
a soft surface, such

moving the

placing a

the treble tone

oves.

noise is heard even when a new disc is

probably

a new stylus.

[s

unstable because it is located

as

turntable

cushioning

available

treble

control

sound.

the stylus is worn. Replace it

Some

referto
dealer

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re_m

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as

a carpet, place a

concrete

audio

blocks, bricks, a

farther away

material (such

insulators) beneath

of

the

dust

simple

the

for

instructions.

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from

amplifier

from

directory

as

checks

the

felt

or

to

the

of

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Type
Features

Drive

method

Motor

Drive

conirol

Turntable

Turntable
Wow

Rumble

and

platter

speeds

flutter

Product

The

unit
service
designed and manufactured to ensure a
maintenance. However, should

Panasonic Company Division
Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Matsushita Electric of Canada Limited

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga,

Ontario L4W 2T3

should be serviced by qualified technicians only. No

information

method

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SECTiON

Diameter

33-1/3

0.045%

±0.06%

dB

DIN-B

is

provided

Automatic

FG

Aluminum

31.2
rpm

WRMS

Weight

(IEC 98A
(IEC

of

I

turntable

Auto-return

Auto-stop

Belt

drive

DC

motor

servo

control

die-cast

cm

(12-9/32")

and

45 rpm

(JIS C5521)

zero

to

peak

weighted)

98A

weighted)

Service

for

customers. Your

your

unit ever require service, a

g

TONEARM

Type

Overhang

Effective

Tracking

Stylus

Applicable

Phono

length
error

pressure

cable

product

minimum

Panasonic Hawaii, Inc.

SECTION

Static-balanced

Plug-in-connector

angle

groove

groove

cartridge

weigh~

capacitance

is

of

99-859 Iwaiwa Street

P.O. Box

Honolulu, Hawaii 96808-0774

774

GENERAL

straight

tonearm

cartridge

230

Within

of

30

Within

of

30

nationwide
INDEPENDEI\JT SERVICENTERS is maintained to

product's

system

15

mm

(19/32")

mm

(9-1/16")

2° 32'

at

cm

(12")

record

0° 32' at

cm

(12") record

1.25 g (Fixed)

outer

inner

90 pF

warranty.

Power

supply

Power

consumption

Dimensions

Weight

6g

system

of

Panasonic Sales Company,
Division
of

Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave
Victoria Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00630

(WXHXD)

factory

servicenters and

of

Matsushita Electric

65

De Infanteria,

(16-15/16"X3-21/32"X14-3/4")

KM

9.7

AC

120V, 60

kg

3 W
mm

(7.9 lb.)

your

430X93X375

3.6

AUTHORIZED

support

Hz

Printed in Japan

SQX53772

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Suggestions

for

Safety

Before using this unit, be sure to read applicable items of the
operating instructions and these safety suggestions carefully.
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Take special
care to follow the warnings indicated
in

the operating instructions.

1 . Water and Moisture

near water -- for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a

swimming pool, and the like.

2. Object and Liquid Entry

that objects do not fall

enclosure through openings.

3.

Ventilation

location or position does not interfere with its proper

ventilation. For example, the unit should not be situated

on

a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the

ventilation openings; or placed

such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of
air through the ventilation openings.

4.

Heat

--

sources such
units that produce heat.

5.

Power Sources

power supply only of the type described
instructions or as marked

The unit should be situated

The unit should

as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

--

The unit should be connected to a

on

the unit itself

--

The unit should not be used

--

and

Care should be taken so

liquids are not spilled into the

in

a built-in installation,

be

situated away from heat

in

on

the unit.

the operating

as

so

well as

that its

11. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If

is

connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system
is grounded so
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANS1INFPA No.
provides information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to
ing conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, con­nection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See figure below.

Bonding

as

to provide some protection against

an

antenna discharge unit, size of ground-

an

outside antenna

-Antenna
Unit

70 - 1984,

Discharge

c

6.

Power Cord Protection

should be routed so that they are not likely to
on

or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords
receptacles, and the point where they exit
Never take hold of the plug or cord if your hand is wet, and
always grasp the plug body when connecting or discon­necting it.

7 Polarization

II

AC

power plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other), that plug will fit into the AC outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet.
the polarized plug.

8. Carts and Stands

a cart or stand that is recommended

The unit and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
unit and cart combination to overturn.

9.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting The unit should

mounted to a wall or ceiling only
manufacturer.

10. Cleaning

mended by the manufacturer.

--

If the unit is equipped with a polarized

--

--

The unit should be cleaned only

--

AC power supply cords

at

plugs, convenience

Do

not defeat the safety purpose of

The unit should be used only with

by

the manufacturer.

as

recommended

be

walked

f,'om

the unit.

If

the plug

(I)

~.

-~,

!ill"",

~

as

recom-

by

L~

the

be

2

a.

Use No. 10 AWG mm
17 AWG (1.0 copper-clad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as a ground
wire.

b.

Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off
insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22

C. Mount antenna discharge unit

house.

d. Use jumper wire not smaller than

equivalent, when a separate antenna-grounding electrode is used. See
NEe

Section 810-21

12. Power Lines

away from power lines.

13. Nonuse Periods

unit should
when left unused for a long period of time.

be

)

copper, NO.8 AWG (8.4 mm

as

close as possible to where lead-in enters

NO.6

U).

--

An

outdoor antenna should be located

--

The

unplugged from the household

AC

m)

to 6 feet (1.83

AWG (13.3 mm

power supply cord

2

)

aluminum, No.

m)

apart.

2

copper, or the

)

of

AC

the

outlet

14. Damage Requiring Service .- The unit should be

serviced by qualified service personnel when:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been

damaged; or

(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the

unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change

(e)

The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

15. Servicing

unit beyond that described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should
personnel.

--

The user should not attempt to service the

in

performance; or

be

referred to qualified service

Printed

in

Japan

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