Teac GF-188 User manual

9A09899000
GF-188
Z
Compact Hi-Fi Stereo System
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully to get
the best performance from this unit.
Before Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Handling Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Names of Each Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Listening to a Record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
How to Replace the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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CAUTION
<DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO
EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE WITHIN!
<IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,
CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE
PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
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
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
<Do not expose this apparatus to dripps or splashes.
<Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
<Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a
book case or similar unit.
<The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off position.
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.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient 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.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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
guarantee 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:
• Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
•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.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipments not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance will void the
user's warranty.
For U.S.A.

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Handling RecordsBefore Use
Read this before operation
<As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave
sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.
<The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as
printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this
matter, consult an electrician.
<Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid
placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also
avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat,
cold or moisture.
<Do not place the unit on an amplifier/receiver or any other
electronic device that generates heat.
<Do not open the sealed cabinet as this might result in damage
to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should
get into the set, contact your dealer or service agency.
<When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always
pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.
<Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this
might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth or a cleaner
specifically formulated for plastics.
<Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK
Do NOT lift or move the unit during playback. Doing so may
damage the record.
WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT
When changing places of installation or packing the unit for
moving, be sure to remove the record and snap the clamper up
to secure the tone arm. Moving this unit with the record
loaded may result in damage to this unit. If the unit is to be
packed and moved a large distance, it is also advisable to
tighten the turntable transport locking screws. See page 5 for
instructions.
Beware of condensation
When the unit (or a record) is moved from a cold to a warm
place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a
danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on
the internal mechanism, making correct operation erratic or
impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the unit for
one or two hours with the power turned on. The unit will
stabilize at the temperature of its surroundings.
Maintenance
Always keep the turntable clean.
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth or
use diluted mild liquid soap. Be sure to remove any excess
completely. Do not use thinner, benzine or alcohol as they may
damage the surface of the unit. Allow the surface of the unit to
dry completely before using
<Keep your records away from dust. Keep them in a cool, dry
place.
<To avoid dust and scratches, keep records in their sleeves and
jackets when not in use.
<Store records upright on their edges. Records stored
horizontally will eventually bend and warp.
<Do not expose records to direct sunlight or high humidity and
temperature. Long exposure to high temperatures will warp
the record.
<Do not store your records in the trunk of your car. The
temperatures in a closed trunk can ruin your collection.
<Store records in an area with stable temperature and humidity.
<Should the record become dirty, gently wipe the surface in a
circular motion, using a soft anti-static cloth.
Many commercial record cleaning systems are available from
many retailers or on-line. TEAC does not endorse any specific
product but, depending on the condition of your record
collection, it may be advisable to look into one of these
systems. Clean records protect your stylus from undue wear.
<Do not touch grooves. Handle records by the edges or the
label only, with clean hands. Skin oils from even clean hands
can leave a residue on the record surface that will gradually
deteriorate the quality of your record.
label grooves
edge
CAUTION
Do not expose this unit to liquids of any kind. Keep any objects
containing liquids such as vases, water glasses, potted plants,
et cetera off the top of this unit.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a
book-case or similar unit.

Connection
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CAUTION
Turn off the power of all the equipment before making connections.
Read instructions of each component you intend to use with this unit.
<Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the connection
cords with the power cord.
FM antenna
While in FM mode, tune in an FM station and extend the lead to find the best position for the
reception. This antenna may need to be repositioned if you move your unit to a new location.
LINE OUT jacks
You can connect this unit to an external amplifier, cassette tape deck, etc.
Connect the component with RCA pin cords. Make sure to connect the white plug to the white
jacks (Left) and the red plug to the red jacks (Right).
Note:
<This output jack is a “line level” output. Do NOT connect to the “PHONO” jack on your amplifier or
distortion may occur.
<The volume level of line output cannot be adjusted by the VOLUME control knob of this unit. Use
the volume control of your amplifier to adjust the volume.
AC Power Cord
Plug this AC power cord into an AC wall socket.
C
B
A
LINE IN
RL
Amplifier, Cassette Tape Deck,
CD-R, MD, etc.
C
B
A

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Names of Each Control
How to open/close the turntable cover
To Open:
1. Lift the turntable cover all the way up until it stops.
2. Lower the cover slowly until the latch engages.
3. The cover will now stay open. If the latch does not engage,
repeat these steps again.
To Close:
1. Lift the cover all the way up until it stops.
2. The latch should disengage and you may now slowly lower the
cover.
3. Make sure you grasp the cover by the edges to avoid pinching
your fingers as it closes.
The equipment draws a nominal amount of power from the
AC outlet even with its POWER switch in the OFF position.
start
speed
manual
memo-gram
45
33
A M LNB C D G
E E
F
G H
I
J
K
VOLUME knob (power switch)
Turn the knob clockwise till a click is heard to turn the unit on.
Then turn the knob to adjust the volume.
When not in use, turn the knob counterclockwise till a click is
heard to turn the unit off.
TUNING knob
Turn this knob to tune in a station.
FUNCTION knob
Turn this knob to select PHONO, AM or FM.
Display panel
When the unit is on, this display will light.
Speakers (stereo)
turntable
screw fixing the turntable for transportation
Before use, completely loosen the screws by turning it
clockwise with a screwdriver or coin.
When you transport the unit, turn the screws
counterclockwise to fix the turntable.
record stabilizing clip
cue-lever
Use this lever to lift the tone arm.
tone arm holder
J
I
H
G
F
E
D
C
B
Atone arm
record selector
START button
Press this button to start playback.
speed selector
N
M
L
K

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Listening to a Record 1
<Before use, completely loosen the two transportation screws
by turning them clockwise with a screwdriver or coin.
<Do not touch the metallic part of the cartridge while the unit is
on, or a loud noise may be heard.
<Use “LP” sized 12” (30 cm) records only in automatic changing
mode. 45RPM records or 10” 78 RPM and phono sheet cannot
be automatically played with this unit. These smaller sized
records may be played individually in manual mode only! 45
RPM records will require a spindle adapter to reduce the size
of the center hole to fit the spindle.
Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise till a click is heard to turn
the unit on.
<A slight noise may occur when the unit is first turned on.
1
Turn the FUNCTION knob to “phono”.
2
Gently open the turntable cover by lifting completely and then
slowly lowering the lid until it stops.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers.
3
Select the speed.
4
Push the tab to open the record stabilizing clip.
5
speed
45
33
start
speed
manual
memo-gram
45
33
1
24 6
35
7
8
9
transportation screw

7
Set the records on the spindle until they rest on the detented
position half way down the spindle.
Do not stack more than 5 records.
6
Snap the stabilizing tab up to clip the records in place.
Make sure the records are level.
7
Gently push the clamper to release the tone arm.
8
If the tone arm is lifted, release the cue lever.
9
Slide the switch to select the number of records on the stack.
The turntable will begin to turn.
10
Note:
If you select “4” with only one record set, it will be played four
times.
<Playing records with the turntable cover down will prevent
dust from settling on the turntable.
Please do not place anything on top of the turntable cover,
especially while playing a record.
When playback has finished, the tone arm will return to the
tone arm holder and the turntable rotation will stop.
Turn the VOLUME knob counterclockwise till a click is heard to
turn the unit off.
manual
memo-gram
1
2
3
4
R
The lowest record falls on the turntable, the tone arm
automatically moves to the edge of the record and begins
playing. If the tonearm does not lower onto the record, make
sure the tone arm cue lever is moved to the “lowered” position
(Toward the front of the unit).
start
turntable
records
spindle
Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
12
Set the selector to the appropriate number:
1: The lowest record will be played once.
2: Two records will be played once each.
3: Three records will be played once each.
4: Four records will be played once each.
R:Four records will be played once each.
The fifth (or the uppermost) record will
be played repeatedly.
Press the start button to start playback.
11

8
manual
memo-gram
1
2
3
4
R
Select “manual”.
1
Slightly lift the tone arm using the cue lever.
2
Gently push the tone arm to the right and return the tone arm
to the tone arm holder.
3
While holding the end of the tone arm, snap the clamper up to
secure the tone arm.
4
Even when the VOLUME knob (power switch of the main unit)
is set to off, the rotation of the turntable does not stop until the
tone arm is returned to the tone arm holder.
Be sure to stop playback especially after repeat playback.
To remove the records
Push the tab to open the record stabilizing clip, and carefully
remove the records.
Listening to a Record 2
To stop playback
start
speed
manual
memo-gram
45
33
4
1
2
3

9
Gently lower the tone arm by slowly releasing the cur lever.
You can lower the tone arm manually if the cue lever has not
been raised.
5
When a record has already been set on the turntable, you can
start playback manually.
<Manual playback isn’t possible when there is no record on the
turntable. You may have to select 1, 2, 3, 4 or R to set a record.
Select “manual”.
1
manual
memo-gram
1
2
3
4
R
Gently push the clamper to release the tone arm.
2
Raise the cue lever to lift the tone arm off the tone arm
support.
3
Move the tone arm gently to the edge of the record (or the
starting point of a particular track).
The turntable will begin to turn.
4
When the playback has finished, lift the tone arm using the cue
lever and return it to the tone arm holder.
Manual Playback
start
speed
manual
memo-gram
45
33
2
1
4
53

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Listening to the Radio How to Replace the Stylus
Stylus should last about 50 hours under normal use. However, it is
recommended to replace the stylus as soon as you notice a
change in sound quality. Prolonged use of a worn-out stylus may
damage the record.
Caution:
<Do not remove or bend stylus.
<To avoid injury, do not touch the needle.
<Unplug the power cord from the outlet before you replace the
stylus.
<Keep out of reach of children.
<Handle with care, as the stylus is delicate. Use of a bent or
broken stylus may damage the record and cause mal-function.
<Do not expose stylus to extreme heat.
<Contact a qualified repair company if you experience difficulty
in changing the stylus.
Removing old stylus
1. Set a screwdriver at the tip of stylus and push down to the
direction “A”.
2. Pull out to the direction “B”.
Installing new stylus
1. Hold the tip of stylus and insert the other edge to the direction
“C”.
2. Push up to the direction “D” until it locks at the tip.
The replacement stylus for this GF-188 is a STL-188. Please
contact TEAC Parts at [phone], extension 840 to order. Or
call our automated Service Agency Locator at: (800) 447-TEAC
for the closest authorized repair company that can replace the
stylus for you.
If the reception is poor
AM broadcast
Turn around the unit to find the best position for AM stations.
FM broadcast
Extend and turn around the FM antenna so that you can get
the stations clearly.
Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise till a click is heard to turn
the unit on.
1
Turn the FUNCTION knob to “FM” or “AM”.
2
Turn the TUNING knob to tune in a station.
3
23
4
1
A
B
D
C
Turn the VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
4

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SpecificationsTroubleshooting
If you have problems with your system, look through this chart
and see if you can solve the problem yourself before calling your
dealer or TEAC service center.
No power
eCheck the connection to the AC power supply.
No sound.
eAdjust the volume.
The sound is noisy.
eThe unit is too close to a TV set or similar appliances.
Relocate the unit further away from them, or turn the other
appliances off.
Tuner
Cannot listen to any station, or signal is too weak.
eTune in the station properly.
eIf a TV is near the unit, turn it off.
eRotate the unit or antenna wire for the best reception
position.
Record Player
Cannot play.
eTurn the VOLUME knob clockwise, and select PHONO using
the FUNCTION knob.
eLoosen the transportation screws.
eMake sure the clamper and the cue lever is released.
eIf the stylus is worn-out, change the stylus.
eSelect the correct playback speed.
Sound skips.
ePlace the unit on a stable place to avoid vibration and shock.
Make sure the unit is level both front to back and side to
side.
eClean the surface of the record.
eDon’t use scratched, damaged or warped records.
Cannot stop playback. Cannot stop the rotation of the turntable.
eSelect “manual” and return the tone arm to the arm holder.
Even though the playback of a record has finished, the unit does
not go to the next record.
eIf the grooves of the record do not continue far enough in
towards the spindle at the end, the tone arm will not return
to the tone arm holder and the unit cannot go to next record.
Stop playback manually, and change the records.
Amplifier section
Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz to 20 kHz
Tuner Section
Frequency Range (FM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz
Frequency Range (AM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 530 kHz to 1710 kHz
Record Player Section
Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC synchronize motor
Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belt Drive
Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
Wow and Flutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . less than 2.5% (WDT)
S/N ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . More than 50dB
Cartridge type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceramic Stereo Cartridge
Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STL-188
Output Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 - 380mV (5cm/sec at 1kHz)
Speaker System Section
Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-way
Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ohms
GENERAL
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 W
Dimension (W x H x D). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430 x 375 x 230 mm
(16-15/16˝ x 14-3/4˝ x 9-1/16˝)
Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.8 kg (17-3/16 lb)
Standard Accessories
Owner's Manual x 1
Warranty Card x 1
<Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
<Weight and dimensions are approximate.
<Illustrations may differ slightly from production models.

0903.MA-0841A
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.
Model number Serial number
TEAC CORPORATION 3-7-3, Nakacho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-8550, Japan Phone: [phone]
TEAC AMERICA, INC. 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California 90640 Phone: [phone]
TEAC CANADA LTD. 5939 Wallace Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1Z8, Canada Phone: [phone]
TEAC MEXICO, S.A. De C.V Campesinos N°184, Colonia Granjas Esmeralda, Delegacion Iztapalapa, CP 09810, México DF Phone: [phone]
TEAC UK LIMITED 5 Marlin House, Croxley Business Park, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 8TE, U.K. Phone: [phone]
TEAC DEUTSCHLAND GmbH Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany Phone: [phone]
TEAC FRANCE S.A. 17, Rue Alexis-de-Tocqueville, CE 005 92182 Antony Cedex, France Phone: [phone]
TEAC ITALIANA S.p.A. Via C. Cantù 11, 20092 Cinisello Balsamo, Milano, Italy Phone: [phone]
TEAC AUSTRALIA PTY., LTD. 106 Bay Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria 3207, Australia Phone: [phone]
A.B.N. 80 005 408 462
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