SL-1200MK5 SL-1210MK5 Turntable System
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1. 002 cece eee eens 8 Turntable base 000s cece eee eee eee 4 Turntable mat Or disc slip sheet 5 T rntable esis ioe sichie inva tiated glee ale i a na enue 5 Center spindle 00ccc cee cee cee alh 5 Strobe mirrors 0 ccc eee eee ees 9 Power switch power 0eeeee eee eee 8 Strobe light pilot lamp 0 0eeeeeee 8 Start stop button start stop 0 05 8 Speed select buttons 33 45 00000 8 CD Shell Stand ste sc seis erred ecese Wad ie fate ie seat tence 4 Arm height control 0200ee eee eee eee 7 Balance weight 00e cece eee eee eens 5 Stylus pressure control 20 00e eee 6 OArm lock neresi inana aa ae Wawa eae 7 Anti skating control 0 eee eee eee eee 6 DAAT AE a O E T een oases aes ane ech ed on 6 Arm clamp sciicce aieiaa es cae ae Wein cower 6 O A reSt ea abe care ett fates ESA E tata aie ates os tae oie 6 20 TOMO ANIM aea e a leche cee ante eects 8 5 Pitch indicator 0 cece eee eee 9 Pitch control pitch adj 000e eee eee 9 Reset button reset 02 02e eeeeeee 8 Locking nut 0 0 c cece eee eee 5 Headshell rerea desi eh acai a eae ees 5 Stylus light switch 0 0 c cece eee 8 Stylus light essersi Erak EOE E 8 Putting the player together In order to prevent damage during shipping some of the equipmen2. 1 Remove the stylus cover taking care not to dam age the stylus then release the arm clamp 2 Free the tone arm from the arm rest SAN clamp Adjust horizontal balance 1 Push the cue lever down 2 Turn the anti skating control to 0 3 Turn the balance weight until the arm is approxi mately horizontal Take care at this time not to allow the stylus to touch the unit O h Balanced O g Too far forward Te g Too far back Arm clamp lt Arm rest Cue lever a l 1 Return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp 2 Turn the stylus pressure control to 0 Hold the balance weight still while doing this Turn stylus pressure control Balance weight Arm clamp YES Ter pooo X VRA Adjust stylus pressure Turn the balance weight to adjust to the appropri ate pressure for the cartridge you are using See the cartridge s instructions for recommended stylus pres sure The stylus pressure control will turn at the same time Stop when the center line points to the required pressure Turn balance weight A Preparatory adjustments Using the balance weight control Make note of the balance weight setting for your stylus cartridge you can quickly change the stylus pressure without having to re adjust the horizontal balance of the arm each time you remove and re attach the stylus cartridge Attach
3. damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat reg spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus isters stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that pro duce heat has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normal ly or has been dropped 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particu larly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U S A CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no gu
4. unit or c The unit has been exposed to rain or d The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or e The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged 2 Servicing Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions Refer all other servic ing to authorized servicing personnel 3 Replacement parts When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety check After repairs or service ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition Product information For product information or assistance with product operation In the U S A contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1 800 211 7262 or e mail consumerproducts panasonic com or the website http www panasonic com In Canada contact the Panasonic Canada Inc Customer Care Cen tre at 905 624 5505 or visit the website www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you Troubleshooting guide 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 In the U S A contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1 800 211 7262 o
5. 6 Arm height adjustment range 0 6mm Overhang 15 mm 19 32 Effective mass 12 g without cartridge Offset angle 22 Friction Less than 7 mg lateral vertical Tracking error angle Within 2 32 at the outer groove of 30 cm 12 record Within 0 32 at the inner groove of 30 cm 12 record Build up characteristics 0 7 s from standstill to 33 1 3 r min Stylus pressure adjustment range 0 4 g Braking system Electronic brake Applicable cartridge weight range 3 5 13 Wow and flutter 0 01 WRMS 11 20 5 g including headshell 0 025 WRMS JIS C5521 with auxiliary weight 9 5 13 0 035 peak IEC 98A Weighted 17 20 5 g including headshell Rumble 56 dB IEC 98A Unweighted with shell weight 3 5 6 5 78 dB IEC 98A Weighted 11 14 g including headshell This rating refers to turntable assembly alone excluding effects Headshell weight 7 5g of record cartridge or tonearm but including platter Measured by obtaining signal from built in frequency generator of motor assembly General Power supply Power consumption Dimensions WXHXD AC 120 V 60 Hz 13 5 W 45 3 X 17 2 X 35 5 cm 17 27 32 X 6 25 32 X 13 31 32 Mass 12 kg 26 4 Ib ma Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and dimensions are approximate RQT7018 gt PRINTED WITH SOYINK This manual was printed with soy based ink Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Panaso
6. Turntable System Operating Instructions Model No SL 1200MK5 SL 121TOMK5 SL 1200MK5 Technics Before connecting operating or adjusting this prod uct please read these instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference RQT7018 1Y RQT7018 Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully SL 1200MKS Silver model SL 1210MKS5 Black model Table of contents Supplied accessories ccceeeeeeee 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 FO Aurea aa ainoana daane s sects ecseceeensenenecses 4 Preparation of the cartridge 4 Controls cceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 4 Putting the player together anD Connections and installation cccsscesseeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeneeneeeenene 5 Connecting to an amplifier and AC power supply cord 5 Connecting to an Audio Mixer not included eeeeeeece 6 Installation w 202 ccs aned i tiai etna wi 6 Preparatory adjustments cccscssseeesseessseeesseeesseeesseeeesseeeesnens 6 Horizontal balance and stylus pressure 6 ANticSkating sccssenetsstvcceisctecestuactoasseddesdecacsoatteasnaverdtsds 7 Armlift height ii ef TONG Arm NEIGNt aierua ia iaraa 7 Fit the dust COVED o eeeeeeeeeeeseeeeseneeeeeeeaeeeeeaaeeeteeaeeeeeseaeeeeesaeees 7 Playing reCOrds sscssesesesseeeees 8 Adjustments while using the uni
7. arantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna elncrease the separation between the equipment and re ceiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user s authority to operate this device This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation RQT7018 4 RQT7018 Features A masterpiece amongst turntables with a worldwide repu tation Highly accurate turntable speed maintained continuously with a quartz pitch control e The pitch can be varied throughout the range maintaining perfect accuracy e Pitch can be instantly reset to the rated speed 33 1 3 or 45 r min with the reset button The direct drive produces high torque e Wow and flutter below 0 01 Startin
8. d position e The numbers represent approximate percentages e Pitch can be adjusted between 8 and 8 To reset pitch to the preset value Press reset The green LED indicator lights and the pitch immediately returns to the set value 33 1 3 or 45 r min regardless of any adjustments made with pitch adj Press reset again and pitch returns to the adjusted value To measure pitch The four rows of strobe mirrors around the edge of the turntable can assist you in measuring pitch 6 4 change in pitch when stationary 3 3 change in pitch when stationary Normal turntable speed when stationary 3 3 change in pitch when stationary They are lit by the strobo light as they pass and each row appears to stand still at a different pitch rai xe oD Strobo light Note Read the pitch control slider replacement instructions that comes with this product carefully when replacing the pitch control slider Adjusting the turntable brake speed Brake speed can be adjusted by pressing start stop until the turn table stops Use a small screwdriver in the hole on the turntable to adjust the brake speed S Slow stop F Fast stop RQT7018 RQT7018 Maintenance Care of the parts To clean this unit wipe with a soft dry cloth e Never use alcohol paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit e Before using chemically treated cloth read the instructions that came
9. g torque of 1 5 kg cm en abling the turntable to reach 33 1 3 r min in 0 7 seconds e Smooth stops are achieved with a fully electronic braking system The braking speed can be adjusted with the brake speed control knob Tone arm with gimbal suspension e Using the balance weight control measurement units on the tone arm you can quickly change stylus pressure settings to the appro priate pressure e Stylus skipping can be reduced using horizontal weight control for scratch play e The tone arm can be finely adjusted in a range of 6 millimeters with the lockable height control Anti vibration design with 3 layer cabinet construction and large insulating legs Pop up stylus light eA light illuminates the stylus Preparation of the cartridge 1 Attacha cartridge not included Follow the cartridge s instructions to correctly attach it to the head shell e Use the included shell weight when using a light cartridge 3 5 to 6 5 grams Screws TF Head shell Shell weight p V Lead wire lt gt Terminal P Cartridge 2 Adjust the overhang Fit the included overhang gauge to the head shell Adjust the overhang and facing of the cartridge and tighten the screws e Line the stylus tip up with the end of the gauge e The cartridge should be parallel on the shell head Screws Overhang gauge Stylus tip Controls No Name Reference page s EP record adaptor
10. heses when asking for replacements parts Only for U S A To order accessories contact 1 800 332 5368 or the website http www panasonic com Balance weight 1pc SFPWG17201K E Auxiliary weight 1pc Turntable mat 1pc SFPWG17202 RGS0008 EP record adaptor lt SFWE010 00 s0 0 1pc Disc slip sheet set RGS0005Z 1 eee 1 e Disc slip sheet e Transparent sheet Shell weight 1pc a SFPZB3501 Overhang gauge 1pc SFK01 DS Screw set for cartridge pe Technics soraq oL Dust cover 0 1pc RYF0370B X Head shell SFPCC31001K 1pc e Nuts RHN26003 e Screws short SFCZV8801 1 e Screws long SFPEV9801 1 A e Washers SFPEW9601 C mr 4 0 A cartridge is not included g Steketee 1pc RQLC0142 1 e CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT The following mark and symbols are located on the bottom of the unit CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilatera
11. isn t connected a hum will be heard from the AC power source e You will not have adequate volume or sound quality if connect ing to an amplifier that has no PHONO terminals To household AC outlet 2 Connect the AC power supply cord Earth lead e Connect this cord only after all other connections are complete D e Confirm the wattage of AC outlets on amplifiers and receivers q 2 Stereo connection cable before using them for this unit This unit consumes 13 5 W RQT7018 Connections and installation Connecting to an Audio Mixer not included Installation e Install the unit on a horizontal surface protected from vibrations e Keep this unit as far as possible from speakers e Disconnect all units from the power source before making any con nections e Reconnect the AC power supply cord after all other connections ma Ao re are complete e Ensure the unit is not exposed to direct sunlight dust humidity Unit Unit and heat from a heating appliance e This unit may pick up interference from a radio if there is one nearby Keep radios as far as possible from this unit Adjusting the height of the insulators Place the unit where it is to be used and adjust the height of the legs to make the unit horizontal aw Preparatory adjustments Horizontal balance and stylus pressure 1 Release the tone arm 3 Turnthe stylus pressure control to 0
12. l triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of suffi A magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance listed below Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions Read these instructions 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufac turer 2 Keep these instructions 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or 3 Heed all warnings table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution 4 Follow all instructions when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused 6 Clean only with dry cloth for long periods of time 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is the manufacturer s instructions required when the apparatus has been
13. nic Canada Inc En Company Division of Panasonic Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 5770 Ambler Drive Corporation of North America San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 One Panasonic Way Secaucus Puerto Rico 00985 www panasonic ca New Jersey 07094 http www panasonic com 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd RQT7018 1Y Printed in Japan M0203TK1124
14. r e mail consumerproducts panasonic com or the website http www panasonic com In Canada contact the Panasonic Canada Inc Customer Care Centre at 905 624 5505 or visit the website www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you Problem No power Probable cause s Is the AC power supply cord plugged in Suggested remedy Plug the cord in firmly Reference page s There is power but no sound Sound is weak Are connections to the amplifier receiver s PHONO terminals correct Connect the stereo pin cables to the amplifier s PHONO terminals Left and right sounds are re versed Are the stereo connection cable connections to the amplifier or receiver reversed Double check all connections Humming heard during play Are there other appliances or their AC power supply cords near the stereo connection Separate the appliances and their AC power supply cords from this unit cable Is the earth lead connected Specifications Turntable section Type Drive method Motor Turntable platter Turntable speeds Variable range pitch Starting torque Quartz direct drive Manual turntable Direct drive Brushless DC motor Aluminum diecast Diameter 33 2 cm 13 5 64 Mass 1 7 kg 3 74 Ib 33 1 3 r min 45 r min 8 1 5 kg cm 1 3 Ib in Make sure the earth lead is correctly con nected Tonearm section Type Universal Effective length 230 mm 9 1 1
15. sc slip sheet Disc slip sheet Technics soraypey CY Transparent sheet 1 Turn power to turn the unit on e The pilot lamp comes on e33 1 3 r min is automatically selected and the indicator lights e Press 45 if you are playing a 45 r min record Xoo LoP0So Qoc Indicator Q3 lights 2 Press start stop X The turntable starts revolving starte stop QH 3 Press reset to light the pitch control green LED lamp The pitch returns to 33 1 3 or 45 r min trek Green LED indicator Cen reset Use the above indicated pitch for playing standard music reset pitch adj 4 Lift the cue lever and move the tone arm over the record 5 Lower the cue lever The tone arm moves down and play starts To light up the stylus e Press the stylus light switch The stylus light rises up and illumi nates the stylus e When the light is not required press it down The light also goes out Der Press the switch firmly If the switch is lightly pressed the light may come on but not rise up 5 SS Stylus light a GS Stylus light switch Adjustments while using the unit Pitch control Fine adjustment to the number of revolutions per minute 1 Press reset to turn off the green LED light Green LED indicator Pitch control reset 2 Slide pitch adj while the turntable is revolving Move the control to the require
16. sition T A 17 0 18 1 H 19 2 20 3 OS 21 4 22 5 23 6 e f you do not know the height of your cartridge rest the stylus on a record and adjust the height control until the tone arm and record are parallel Tone arm and record parallel 3 Lock the arm after adjusting the height Fit the dust cover Hold the dust cover with both hands and fit it over the player from directly above 7 RQT7018 RQT7018 Playing records Preparation 1 Puta record on the turntable 2 Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp To temporarily stop play Lift the cue lever The stylus lifts off the record Refer to page 9 for fine adjustments to the pitch When using EP records EP record adaptor 1 Take the EP record adaptor out of its holder and fit it over the A center spindle 2 Press 45 to change the speed When play finishes 1 Lift the cue lever and move the tone arm back to the arm rest 2 Press start stop The electronic brake gently stops the turntable 3 Turn power to turn the unit off 4 Clamp the tone arm and put the stylus cover back on When the player is to be used for scratch play Use the disc slip sheet instead of the turntable mat This enables the record to be easily moved during play e Top printed side Lay the record on this side e Bottom Slippery side For a different kind of slip Put the transparent sheet under the di
17. t wd Pitch control ccceeeeeeeeeseeeeeteeees wd Adjusting the turntable brake speed fi Maintenance so esscsc cece o ve a ap oea Ea M cee deen ana ne EAS ENAR 10 Product Service csccresseessceresterseneesscesseneensorenseeesennensersecenense 10 Troubleshooting guide wll Specifications cccscceeecssceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeesseeeseeeeeneeseeeesenees 11 User memo DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER SL 1200MK5 SL 1210MK5 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN MOISTURE DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE BUILT IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS Supplied accessories J Turntable 05 1pc SFTE172 01Z1 _ Please check and identify the supplied ac cessories Use numbers indicated in parent
18. t 1 Fit the turntable and turntable mat has been disassembled Put the turntable on the center spindle and then lay the mat Put the player together in the following order on top e Do not connect the AC power supply cord until set up is complete Be very careful when putting the turntable on the main unit eLeave the dust cover off until set up and adjustments are com The magnet on the bottom of the turntable is finely adjusted plete and sharp contact can cause it to move and lead to poor operation Ensure the magnet remains free from dust and iron particles e Do not adjust the screws attaching the magnet to the turn table The rated performance of the unit cannot be guaran N teed if the magnet is moved Ss 2 Attach the head shell Turntable Fit the head shell into the tone arm keep it horizontal and tighten the locking nut Locking nut _Z Turntable mat Screws 3 Attach the balance weight to the rear of the tone arm Tone arm If the cartridge weighs between 10 and 13 grams attach the included auxiliary weight to the main balance weight DA 69 E Balance weight x Z 4 7 Auxiliary weight Connections and installation Connecting to an amplifier and AC power supply cord 1 Connect the PHONO earth lead and stereo PHONO Amplifier cables to the amplifier PHONO terminals not included White L Bm This unit Stereo connection cable Red R a e f the earth lead
19. the cartridge to the tone arm you are using Turn the balance weight control to the setting you previously used to balance the weight including cartridge Turn the stylus pressure control dial to the setting you previ ously used to balance the weight including cartridge Balance weight measurement units Anti skating Adjust the dial to the same value as the stylus pressure control when playing normal music For scratch play Adjust the control to reduce skipping Armlift height Preparation 1 Puta record on the turntable 2 Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp Use a screwdriver to turn the armlift screw Make this adjustment only if the cartridge you are using makes it necessary e Turning the screw clockwise lowers the armlift e Turning the screw anti clockwise raises the armlift Armlift screw Armlift Armlift height the distance between the record and stylus when the cue lever is raised is set to between 8 and 13 millimeters at time of shipment Tone arm height Released 1 1 Release the arm lock 2 Adjust the arm height e Adjust the ring using the chart below as reference so the arm height matches the indicated height of the cartridge Mea surements are marked on the arm height control ring in 0 5 millimeter intervals E4 JN E Index line i Arm height control ring Cartridge height Height control H in millimeters po
20. with the cloth carefully Der Do not wipe the dust cover while playing a record This can cause static electricity This static can cause the tone arm to be attracted towards the cover Thoroughly clean dust off the stylus and record e Use a soft brush to clean the stylus Brush from the base to the tip e Use a good quality record cleaner to keep your records clean 7 Head shell terminals Wipe the head shell terminals occasionally Use a soft cloth Turn the amplifier off before fitting or removing the head shell e Damage to your speakers can occur if the head shell is moved while the volume is turned up e Leave the stylus cover on while handling the head shell to prevent damaging the stylus Oiling the center spindle Apply 2 or 3 drops every 2000 hours of operation Use SFW0010 oil not included Moving the unit Repackage the unit in the packaging it came in If you no longer have the packaging do the following e Return the tone arm to the arm rest and tape it in place e Remove the balance weight and head shell from the tone arm and carefully wrap them e Take off the turntable and turntable mat and carefully wrap them e Carefully wrap the main unit in a blanket or paper Product service 1 Damage requiring service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if a The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged or b Objects or liquids have gotten into the
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