SL-1200GAE Operating Instructions Direct Drive Turntable System Bedienungsanleitung Plattenspieler mit Direktantrieb Mode d’emploi Platine vinyle à entraînement direct Istruzioni per l’uso Giradischi ad azionamento diretto Instrucciones de funcionamiento Sistema de accionamiento directo del plato giratorio Gebruiksaanwijzing Platenspeler met directe aandrijving Bruksanvisning Skivspelare med direktdrivning Betjeningsvejledning Pladespiller med direkte drev Käyttöohjeet Suoravetoinen levysoi
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. zz About descriptions in these operating instructions - Pages to be referred to are indicated as “( 00)”. - The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
Table of contents Safety precautions................................................................. 6 Accessories............................................................................ 9 Parts Name.......................................................................... 10 Putting the player together.................................................. 11 zz Attaching the cartridge........................................... 11 zz Fitting the turntable................................................
Safety precautions Warning Caution Unit Unit zz To 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. --Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit. --Do not place heavy items on this unit.
Caution for AC Mains Lead Before use (For the AC mains plug of three pins) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 10-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
Safety precautions (continued) Disposal of Old Equipment Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.
Accessories In order to prevent damage during shipping some of the equipment has been disassembled. Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Turntable mat (1 pc.) (RGS0008) Dust cover (1 pc.) (RYF1035-Q) EP record adaptor (1 pc.) (RMX0551) Balance weight (1 pc.) (RXQ2316) Auxiliary weight small (1 pc.) (TPAKK61) Auxiliary weight big (1 pc.) (TPAKK62) Head shell (1 pc.) (RFA3670) Overhang gauge (1 pc.) (RMR2210-W) Screw set for cartridge (1 set) (RXQ2315) (2 pc.) zz Nuts (2 pc.
Parts Name Numbers such as ( 20) indicate reference pages.
Putting the player together Attaching the cartridge Attach a cartridge (store-bought) tentatively. Follow the cartridge’s instructions to correctly attach it to the head shell, and tighten the screws lightly. Adjust the overhang. Use the included overhang gauge. Fit the overhang gauge to the head shell. Head shell zz When playing SP records, use a cartridge for SP records. zz Use a commercially available mini flat screwdriver (4 mm).
Putting the player together (continued) In order to prevent damage during shipping, some of the equipment has been disassembled. Put the player together in the following order. Attention Do not connect the AC mains lead until set up is complete. 4 1 3 Turntable Mounting screw for turntable Belleville spring Turntable mat Handle carefully as this is heavy.
Fitting the turntable 1 Insert the centre spindle in the centre hole of the turntable. Attaching the head shell 5 Attention zz Be careful not to touch the stylus tip. zz Be careful when handling the turntable, as it is heavy. zz Wipe off fingerprints or dirt with a soft cloth. Slowly lower the turntable while aligning the rotor shaft fix holes (three locations) with the rotor shafts. zz Turn the turntable in both directions to align the holes with the rotor shafts.
Connections and installation zz Turn off all units and disconnect the AC mains lead from the socket before making any connections. zz Connect the AC mains lead only after all other connections are completed. zz Be sure to connect the PHONO earth lead. Otherwise mains hum may occur. zz Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device. 1 Connect the PHONO cables and PHONO earth lead to the PHONO terminals of the connected equipment.
Installation Install the unit on a horizontal surface protected from vibrations. Keep this unit as far as possible from speakers. Adjusting the height to make the unit horizontal Attention zz Do not turn the insulators too far. Doing so may cause them to come off or damage them. zz Before you move the unit, remove all devices connected and turn off the power supply. zz Ensure the unit is not exposed to direct sunlight, dust, humidity, and heat from a heating appliance.
Adjustment Horizontal balance Preparation Stylus pressure Preparation zz First, remove the dust cover. zz Remove the stylus cover, taking care not to damage the stylus, then release the arm clamp. zz Lower the cue lever. zz Turn the anti-skating control to “0”. zz First, remove the dust cover. zz Return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp. 1 1 Free the tone arm from the arm rest and adjust horizontal balance by turning the balance weight.
Anti-skating Turn the balance weight to adjust to the appropriate stylus pressure for the cartridge. 1 Turn the anti-skating control to adjust it to the same value as the stylus pressure control. Getting started zz The stylus pressure control will turn together with the balance weight. zz Turn until the centre line points to the appropriate stylus pressure.
Adjustment (continued) Tone arm height Make this adjustment only if the cartridge you are using makes it necessary. Preparation 3 After arm height adjustment is finished, lock the tone arm by turning the arm lock knob. zz Put a record on the turntable. 1 Release the arm lock. When you don't know the cartridge height (H), Arm lock Remove the stylus cover, taking care not to damage the stylus, then release the arm clamp.
Armlift height Make an adjustment according to your cartridge if necessary. Preparation 1 Check the armlift height (distance between the stylus tip and record surface). If adjustment is needed, go to step 2 . zz The armlift height is factory-adjusted to 8 to 13 mm. You can choose manual mode or auto mode. (Factory setting: Auto mode) Auto mode We recommend auto mode that can maximize performance of the product. It adjusts the "startup speed" (described below) automatically.
Playing records Preparation 1 Put a record on the turntable. 2 Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp. 1 2 Turn [ON/OFF] to turn the unit on. The strobe light comes on. 33-1/3 rpm is automatically selected and the indicator [33] lights. ・+6.4 ・ 3.3 0 ・- 3.3 % The turntable starts revolving. START･STOP 78 33 Press [START-STOP].
When play finishes Lift the cue lever, return the tone arm to the arm rest and lower the cue lever. 3 Press [RESET] to light the pitch control blue LED lamp. The unit plays at a preset pitch (33-1/3, 45 or 78 rpm) regardless of the [PITCH ADJ] position. Blue LED indicator zz Fine adjustment to pitch ( 22) The electronic brake gently stops the turntable. Turn [ON/OFF] to turn the unit off. Clamp the tone arm with the arm clamp. Put the stylus cover back on (to protect the stylus tip).
Pitch control (fine adjustment to pitch) 1 Press [RESET] to turn off the blue LED light. 2 Press the pitch range select button to select the pitch range. zz [×2] light on: ±16 % zz [×2] light off: ±8 % 3 While the turntable is revolving Slide [PITCH ADJ]. zz Pitch can be adjusted between approx. –8 % and +8 % or approx. –16 % and +16 % according to your selection. zz The numbers represent approximate percentages for your adjustment.
Maintenance Care of the parts Cleaning the dust cover Thoroughly clean dust off the stylus and record. zz Take off the head shell with the cartridge and clean the stylus using a soft brush. Brush from the base to the tip. zz Use a record cleaner to keep your records clean. Wipe the dust cover and cabinet with a soft cloth. When dirt is heavy, wring a wet cloth tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a soft cloth.
Troubleshooting guide Updating the firmware Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, contact your dealer. To improve operation or add new functions, the firmware for the unit is updated on an as needed basis. No power. zz Is the AC mains lead plugged in? Plug the mains lead in firmly. ( 14) There is power but no sound. Sound is weak.
Specifications General Tone arm section Power supply AC 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Type Static Balance Power consumption 14 W (Power ON) 0.2 W (Power OFF) Effective length 230 mm Dimensions (W×H×D) 453 x 173 x 372 mm Overhang 15 mm Mass Approx. 18.
Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation Kadoma, Osaka, Japan Importer for Europe: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 11, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://www.panasonic.
