Sony PS-LX120D User manual

SONY
Stereo Turntable System
PS-LX120D
Operating Instructions
| WARNING |
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not ex-
pose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
00 NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the prod-
uct’'s enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompa-
nying the appliance.
* The graphical symbols are on the bottom enclosure.
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Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer
to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. PS-LX120D Serial No.
Precautions
On safety
« Operate the unit only on 120V 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.
e 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
television, hair dryer, or fluorescent lamp) which may cause
hum or noise.
e 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.
On repacking
Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. It is an
ideal container in when transporting the unit for repair work,
etc.
On cleaning
e Before playing a record, clean the stylus with a soft brush.
Brush the stylus from back to front. Never attempt to clean
the stylus with your finger tip. If a fluid stylus cleaner is
used, make sure not to moisten the stylus too much.
« Clean the cabinet periodically with a soft dry cloth. if the
stains are difficult to remove, use a cloth moistened with a
mild detergent solution. Do not use solvents such as
alcohol, benzine or thinner, since they will damage the
finish.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
For detailed precautions, see the leaflet “IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS”.

Tumtable Assembly —
2
Holding the belt
Motor pulley
For 17 cm record
45-rpm adaptor (supplied)
When the record has finished playing Notes
When the tonearm reaches the end of the record, it will « If the tonearm does not return to the arm rest during the
automatically return to the arm rest. initial operation, press the REJECT button.
After this, the tonearm will automatically return to the arm
To lift up the stylus during play rest.
Set the cueing lever to ¥. e if you move the tonearm close to the center while the
turntable is rotating, the tonearm may return to the arm
To stop during play rest. Do not resist this movement, as this may damage the
Press REJECT. automatic return mechanism.

‘Connections
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Connect the red plug to the right-channel jack (R), and the white plug to the left-channel jack (L).
Stylus guard
‘Replacing the Stylus
Replace the stylus after approximately 400 hours of use. An
ND-155G replacement stylus is available at your Sony dealer.
Handle this delicate stylus with care.
1 Turn off POWER of the amplifier.
2 Secure the tonearm to the arm rest.
3 Detach the stylus assembly by grasping it with your
fingers.
4 Insert the new stylus.
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Troubleshooting
Before going through the check list below, first make sure that:
e The power cord is securely connected
« The red and white plugs are securely connected
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Tonearm skips, skates or does not
advance.
Cause and remedy
e Turntable is not level.
e Relocate player to a level surface.
e Clean record with commercially available record cleaning kit.
« Replace defective record.
Poor tone quality. e Remove dust on stylus by blowing, or with stylus cleaning brush.
e Replace worn Stylus
Rumble or low-frequency howl* e Relocate turntable to a steady level surface.
e Relocate turntable or speaker.
* This is called “acoustic feedback” and is caused when vibrations from the speakers are transmitted through the air or via solid
objects (such as the shelves, the cabinet, the floor, etc.) to the turntable, where they are picked up by the stylus, amplified and
reproduced through the speakers once again.
Specifications
:
Platter 30 cm(12 inches) Weight Approx. 3.3kg(7 Ib 5.0z) net
Motor DC servo motor Power requirement 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Drive system Belt Drive Power consumption 4 watts
Speed 33'/2 rpm, 45 mpm Accessories supplied 45-rpm adaptor (1)
Automatic system Return, reject Dust cover (1}
Tonearm type Statically balanced
Cartridge type Moving magnet type Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Stylus Sony ND-155G (0.6 mil diamond)
General
Dimensions Approx. 430 x 105 x 350mm (w/h/d):
(17 x 4% x 13% inches).
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