Technics SL-1200MK2 User manual

Technics
Turntable System
SL-1200MK2
Operating
instructions
“Warning”:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.”
Before operating this set, please read these instructions completely.
This operating instructions covers both
SL-1200MK2 and SL-1210MK2.
The model number of this product may be found on the back of
the unit, and the serial number on the bottom of the unit.
Please note the model and serial numbers of this unit in the
space provided and retain this booklet as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
MODEL NUMBER ____ SL-1200MK2
SERIAL NUMBER

Thank you for purchasing the SL-1200MK2.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
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Parts identification
45-rpm adaptor
Turntable base
Turntable mat
Center spindle
Turntable platter
Strobe dots
Power switch
Strobe-illuminator/ :
pilot lamp
Start/stop button
Speed select
buttons
CAUTION
K OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
00 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 above mark is located on bottom of the unit.
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Arm-height adjustment ring
Balance weight
Stylus pressure ring
ir . Arm lock knob
4 | | Anti-skating control knob
<5" E Cueing lever
\
Arm
rest
Arm clamp
Tonearm
Pitch indicator
Pitch controt knob
Locking-nut
Headshell
Stylus illuminator switch
Stylus illuminator
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 exctamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

Balance
weight vei
Screw
I Overhang gauge
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Ground wire (GND) @
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Caution:
Never connect the AC power plug before assembly has been
- completed. ;
Attach
the
dust
cover
last,
so
that
assembly
and
adjustments
can be made most conveniently.
@ Checklist of parts
Turntable unit ....
Turntable platter
Turntable mat ..
Dust cover .....
45-rpm adaptor ...
Balance weight ...
Auxiliary weight .
Headshell ........
Overhang
gauge
..
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Assembly
and
set-up
@
Installation
of
turntable
platter
1.
Place
the
turntable
platter
on
the
center
spindle.
Note:
The
rotor
is
connected
to
the
underside
of
the
turntable
platter.
(The
magnet
of
the
motor
is
attached
to
the
turn-
table
platter.)
To
maintain
optimum
performance,
extra
Care
should
be
taken
to
prevent
adhesion
of
dust
or
iron
filings
to
the
magnet
and
not
to
damage
the
magnet
by
dropping
it.
Do
not
remove
or
loosen
the
screws.
Should
the
Position
of
the
fixed
magnet
be
altered
by
loosening
the
securing
screws,
the
rated
performance
of
the
unit
cannot
be
guaranteed.
(See
Fig.
2.)
2. Place the turntable mat on the platter.
@ Installation of cartridge (See Fig. 3.)
When
you
install
a
cartridge,
refer
to
the
operation
instruc-
tions of that cartridge.
Ouring
installation,
attach
the
stylus
protector
to
guard
the
Stylus tip from damage.
1,
Connect
the
lead
wires
to
the
cartridge
terminals.
The
terminals
of
most
cartridges
are
color
coded.
Connect each lead wire to the terminal of the same color.
White (L+)......... Left channel+
Blue (L-) .. Left channei~
Red (R+). . Right channel+
Green (R-) ...... Right channel—
2.
Install
a
cartridge
to
the
headshell,
and
tighten
it
with
screws provided with the cartridge.
Note:
Use the shell weight only for a lightweight cartridge
(less than 6g ). (See Fig. 4.)
@ Adjustment of overhang (See Fig. 5.)
1. Insert the headshell into the gauge.
2. Loosen the mounting screws and move the cartridge
forward or backward until the stytus tip lines up with the
edge of the gauge.
3. Tighten the mounting screws without moving the car-
tridge.
Note:
Your
cartridge
is
now
adjusted
for
lowest
tracking
error
and minimum distortion.
This
gauge
is
exclusively
designed
for
this
tonearm.
@
Installation
of
headshell
(See
Fig.
6.)
insert
the
headshell
into
the
front
end
of
the
tubular
arm,
and
turn
the
locking
nut
clockwise
(in
the
direction
shown
by
the
arrow
“‘A”),
with
the
headshell
firmly
held
horizontally,
@
Installation
of
balance
weight
(See
Fig.
7.)
Place
the
balance
weight
on
the
rear
shaft
of
the
tonearm.
Note:
In
case
the
cartridge
weight
exceeds
10
g,
itis
necessary
to
fix
the
attached
auxiliary
weight
over
the
rear
shaft
of
the
arm.
With
this
auxiliary
weight
in
use,
it
is
possible
to
use
any
cartridge
whose
weight
is
in
the
range
of
9.5-13
g.
(See
Fig.
8.)
@
Adjustments
of
horizontal
zero
(0)
balance
and stylus pressure
1.
Remove
the
stylus
protector,
if
your
cartridge
has
a
detachable
one.
Be
careful
not
to
touch
your
fingers
to
the
stylus
tip.
2.
Release
the
arm
clamp
and
lift
the
tonearm
from
the
arm
rest
to
free
it.
3.
Turn
the
entire
balance
weight
clockwise
(indicated
by
the
arrow
“‘A’)
or
counterclockwise
(indicated
by
the
arrow
“B”)
until
the
tonearm
is
approximately
balanced
horizontally
(floats
freely).
(See
Figs.
9
and
10.)
Note:
(A)
Excessive
forward
advancement
of
the
balance
weight
Causes
the
cartidge
side
to
be
lowered.
{B)
Excessive
backward
retreatment
of
the
balance
weight
causes
the
cartridge
side
to
be
raised.
(C)
Upon
balancing
between
the
balance
weight
and
cartridge, the
tonearm
is
held
horizontal.
During
the
adjustment
of
the
horizontal
zero
(0)
balance,
be
careful
that
the
stylus
tip
of
the
cartridge
does
not
contact
the
turntable
mat
or
turntable
base.
4.
Atter
the
tonearm
is
horizontally
zero
(0)
balanced,
tem-
porarily
refasten
the
tonearm
with
the
arm
clamp.
5.
Hold
the
balance
weight
stationary
with
one
hand
as
shown
in
the
picture,
and
rotate
only
the
stylus-pressure
ring
to
bring
the
numeral
“0”
of
the
ring
into
alignment
with
the
center
line
on
the
tonearm
rear
shaft.
(See
Fig.
11.)
The
adjustment
of
the
horizontal
zero
(0)
balance
is
now
completed.
6.
After
adjusting
the
horizontal
zero
(0)
balance,
turn
the
balance
weight
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow
and
align
to
the
correct
stylus
pressure.
(See
Fig.
12.)
(Follow
the
cartridge
manufacturer's
recommendation.)

As the stylus-pressure ring moves in step with the
balance weight, proper stylus pressure can be selected
by directly reading the graduated ring.
@ Adjustment of anti-skating control
Set the anti-skating contro! knob to the same value as the
stylus pressure. (See Fig. 13.)
@
Adjustment
of
tonearm
height
(See
Fig.
14.)
The
height
of
the
tonearm
can
be
adjusted
up
to
6
mm
anda
scale
is
provided
on
the
adjust
ring
in
0.5mm
increments.
Be
sure
to
set
the
proper
arm
height
using
the
adjust
scale
and
referring
to
the
table
below.
Before adjusting the tonearm height, unlock the tonearm
lock by turning the arm jock knob.
Height of cartridge Scale reading on the
arm-height adjust
For example, if the cartridge height is 17.5 mm. the arm-
height adjust ring should be positioned at the intermediate
location between 2 and 3 on the scale. (See Fig. 14.)
Caution:
Be sure to lock the tonearm by turning the arm lock knob
in the direction indicated by the arrow after finishing the
height adjustment for the tonearm.
B Installation of dust cover (See Fig. 15.)
Place the dust cover in position from directly above, hold-
ing it at both sides.For detaching the dust cover, be certain
first to raise it as illustrated before removat.
Note:
Opening or closing of the dust cover during play should
be avoided. This may not only cause undesired vibra-
tions, but aiso result in skipping of the stylus.
|f you must open the dust cover during play, do so as
gently as possible.
@
Place
the
unit
in
a
stable
and
horizontal
position,
where
there
is
little
or
no
vibration.
@ Locate the unit as tar away from the speakers as
possible and isolate the unit from sound radiation trom
them.
@ Do not place the unit where it is exposed to direct sun,
dust, moisture or heat.
@ Keep it in a well ventilated piace.
@ When a radio is placed too close to the turntable and is
played while the turntable is in operation, interference
to AM/FM reception may result.
@ Adjustment of turntable height
The legs/insutators also have functions for adjusting the
height of the turntable unit itself. After installing the unit in
the place for use, adjust the legs to stabilize the main body
horizontally.
@ Connect the output terminals (See Fig. 16.)
Output terminals Amplifier or Receiver
L (White) ij Channel
R (Red) igs Channel
GND (Spade lug)»
Note:
Be sure to connect the ground terminal firmly to the
amplifier or receiver. If this connection is not made or is
loose, a power source “HUM” will result.
@ Connect the AC power plug
Connect the AC power plug to an AC wall socket.

How to operate
1. Place a record on the tumtable mat.
2. Turn the power switch to the “‘on” position.
(See Fig. 17.)
The speed indicator for 33-1/3 rpm and the strobe-
iNuminator will att light up.
Note:
Since the unit has been designed to select 33-1/3 rpm
automatically each time you push the power switch to
“on”, push the 45 rpm speed select button if you play a
45 rpm record (See Fig. 18.)
3. Remove the stylus protector, if your cartridge has a de-
tachabie one.
4. Release the arm clamp.
5. Push the start/stop button. (See Fig. 19.)
The turntable platter will start to rotate.
6. Set the cueing lever to the up position. (See Fig. 20.)
7. Move the tonearm over the desired groove.
8, Set the cueing lever to the down position. (See Fig, 21.)
The tonearm will descend slowly onto the record and play
will begin.
9. When play is finished, move the tonearm to the arm rest;
secure the tonearm with the arm clamp.
10, Push the start/stop button.
After the turntable is brought to a stop by means of the
electronic brake, turn off the power.
Note:
The electronic brake does not function if the power
switch is turned off before the start/stop button is
pushed.
@ How to suspend play
Set the cueing lever to the “up” position.
The stylus tip of the cartridge will be tifted from the record.
@ When you play a 45-rpm record with a large
center hole
Place the 45-rpm adaptor on the center spindle. Push the 45
Speed select button.
Note:
Keep the adaptor stored on the adaptor hole when not
playing a 45-rpm record (donut type).
Take the adaptor out in the manner shown in Fig. 22 when
using the adaptor.
@ Stylus illuminator (See Fig. 23.)
This unit is provided with a styius illuminator for illuminating
the stylus tip during play.
By pressing the stylus illuminator switch, the stylus
illuminator is raised into position for illuminating the stylus
tip. When not in use, keep the stylus illuminator lowered
through depression.
Note:
The switch must be firmly engaged.
Incomplete depression of the switch will not raise the
ilNuminator even though the lamp is lit.
@ Pitch control (fine adjustment of speed)
(See Figs. 24 and 25.)
When the pitch contro! knob is located at the center of the
position after turning on the power, the green LED indicator
is lit showing the operating condition for the predetermined
speed (either 33-1/3 or 45 rpm).
Figures
on
the
indicator
show
approximate
percentages
for
variable pitch control.
When the strobe dots in 4 stages marked at the peripheral
edge
of
the
turntable
appear
to
be
stationary,
variation
of
individual pitches is shown, (See Fig. 25.)
When
(1)
appears
stationary,
it
shows
a
+6%
pitch
variation,
When
(2)
appears
stationary,
it
shows
a
+3.3%
pitch
variation.
When
(3)
appears
stationary,
it
shows
normal
turntable
speed, 33-1/3 or 45 rpm.
When
(4)
appears
stationary,
it
shows
a
—3.3%
pitch
variation.
Note:
The strobe-illumination of this unit employs a strobet
ittuminator LED synchronized with the precise quartz
frequency.
For fine adjustment of the turntable speed, be sure to
effect the adjustment according to the LED illumination.
The LED illumination is not synchronized using
fluorescent lamps.
@ Adjustment of arm-lift height
(See Figs. 26 and 27.)
The arm-lift height (distance between the stylus tip and
record surface when the cueing lever is raised) has been
adjusted at the factory before shipping to approximately
8~13 mm.
{f the clearance becomes too narrow or too wide, turn the
adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise while
pushing the arm lift down.
Clockwise rotation
—distance between the record and stylus tip is decreased.
Counterclockwise rotation
—distance between the record and stylus tip is increased.
Note:
As the adjusting screw has a hexagonal head, be sure to
make the adjustment while depressing the arm lift, or the
screw will not move freely.
Also be sure that the hexagonal head retracts correctly
into the arm lift when the latter is released.

@
Use
utmost
care
when
handiing
the
platter
and
when
Placing
it
on
the
motor
shaft
to
prevent
possible
damage
to
the
magnet.
@
Do
not
turn
“on”
the
power
supply,
with
the
turntable
Platter
detached.
@
Before
detaching
or
attaching
the
headsheli,
be
sure
to
turn
the
power
of
the
amplifier
or
receiver
off.
Detaching
or
attaching
of
the
headshell
with
the
volume
‘control
turned
up
may
cause
damage
to
the
speakers.
@
When
play
is
finished,
be
sure
to
secure
the
tonearm
with the arm ciamp.
After
play
is
finished,
if
the
unit
is
not
to
be
used
for
some
time,
care
should
be
taken
to
secure
the
tonearm
to
protect
the
stylus
tip.
For
the
same
reason,
the
stylus
protector
should
also
be
attached.
@
Dust
and
dirt
should
be
carefully
removed
from
stylus
tip or records.
Dust
and
dirt
on
the
stylus
tip
or
record
may
not
only
result
in
deterioration
of
tone
quatity,
but
also
cause
undue
wear
of
the
record
and
the
stylus
tip
itself.
Special
stylus
tip
brushes
and
record
cleaners
can
be
pur-
chased
in
most
electronic
supply
houses.
@ Wipe the headshell terminats from time to time.
Dust and dirt at the headshell terminals may result in
increased “HUM” noise or intermittent sound. Use a soft
dry cloth to clean the headshell terminals.
™@ Wipe the dust cover and turntable base with a soft, dry
cloth,
Never use any cleaners containing alcohol, benzine or
thinner.
Use of a chemical dust cloth should also be avoided. Be sure
that the dust cover is not exposed to insecticide spray.
To remove stubborn fingerprints or grease spots, detach
the dust cover and disconnect the AC power plug.
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild soap and
water solution.
Do not wipe the dust cover during play, or the tonearm may
be attracted toward the dust cover due to the generation of
Static electricity.
Lubrication (See Fig. 28.)
Apply 2 or 3 drops of oil once after every 2000 hours of
operation.
The time intervat is much longer than that for conventional
type motors (200-500 hours).
Please purchase original oil. (Part number is SFWO 010.)
Transportation of the unit to distant places for removal
and the like.
Pack up the unit in the reverse order to that for unpacking,
using the packing materials furnished when the unit was
purchased. Should there be no such packing materials, be
sure to take the following steps.
@Remove the turntable platter together with the turntable
mat, and wrap it up to prevent any damage to them.
@Return the tonearm to the arm rest, and affix it with tape or
the like.
@Remove the balance weight and the headshell/cartridge
from
the
tonearm
and
then
wrap
them
upto
avoid
any
damage to them.
e@Wrap up the turntable base with a blanket or soft paper
also to prevent any possible damage to it.
Betore
using
this
unit,
be
sure
to
read
applicable
items
of
the
operating
instructions
and
these
satety
suggestions
carefully;
and
afterwards
keep
them
handy
for
future
refer-
ence.
Take
special
care
to
follow
the
warnings
indicated
on
the
unit
itself
as
well
as
in the
operating
instructions.
“
10.
11
12.
13.
. Avoid places where there is water or humidity.
Do
not
use
this
unit
near
a
bathtub,
washbasin,
swimming
pool,
or the
like.
Damp
basements
should
also
be
avoided.
.
Don't
allow
water
or
any
foreign
object
to
get
inside
this
unit.
Don't
piace
small
metal
objects
or
anything
containing
liquid
on or near tne unit.
.
Avoid
placement
of
the
unit
where
it
will
be
exposed
to
the direct rays of the sun, or where ventilation Is
inadequate.
Don't
place
this
unit
in
a
bookcase
or
between
cabinets,
unless
proper
ventilation
is
provided,
or
where
curtains
or
furniture
may
obstruct
the
ventilation
holes.
.
Place
this unit
away
from
heat-emitting
appliances.
Never
place
this unit
on
or
near
a
radiator,
heat
register,
stove,
or
any
other
heat-emitting
equipment.
(Including
Amplifiers).
Placement
Place
the
unit
on
a
stable,
vibration-free,
level
shelf
or
stand.
Use of a cart or stand.
When
deciding
on
a
cart
or
stand,
be
sure
to
use
only
with
the cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer.
Wall or ceiling Instailation.
If
the
unit
is
to
be
mounted
on
a
wail
or
ceiling,
be
sure
to
do
So only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Check
the
voltage
rating
of
this
unit
before
connecting
the unit to a power supply.
Be
sure
to
connect
the
unit
only
to
the
type
of
power
supply
indicated
in
the
operating
instructions,
or
as
indicated
on
the
unit itself.
Care of the power cord and plug.
Take
care
that
the
cord
is
not
bent
sharply
(especially
near
its
connection
to
the
unit
or
near
the
plug),
that
nothing
is
placed
on
it,
and
that
it
is
not
pinched,
or
crushed.
Never
take
hoid
of
the
plug
or
cord
if
your
hand
is
wet,
and
always
be
sure
to
grasp
the
piug
body
when
connecting
or
discon-
necting it.
Hf
the
unit
will
not
be
used
for
a
long
period
of
time:
Be sure to disconnect the power cord.
Maintenance
Refer to the operating instructions for details.
Never attempt repairs yourselt:
(a) Ifthe power cord or plug is damaged.
(b) Ifa foreign object or liquid falis into the unit.
{c) Ifthe unit is exposed to rain.
(d)
If
the
unit
does
not
function
normally,
or
if
operation
shows
an
unusual
change.
{@)
If
the
unit
has
been
dropped
and
the
cabinet
or
chassis
is
damaged...
etc.
Unplug the power cord and consult with a qualified techni-
cian
(or
the
dealer
from
whom
the
unit
was
purchased
or
the
nearest servicenter).
Repairs
Except for adjustments explained in the operating instruc-
tions, do not attempt any repairs yourself. Be sure to request
service from a qualified technician (or your dealer or nearest
service center).

@ General
Power supply: 120 V, AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 14W
Dimensions: 45.3x16.2x36 em
(WxHxD) (17-27/32"' x 6-19/64"’ x 14-11/64"")
Weight: 12.5 kg (27.6 Ib)
@ Turntable section
Type: Quartz direct drive
Manual turntable
Orive method: Direct drive
Motor: Brushless DC motor
Turntable platter: Aluminum diecast
Diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64"")
Weight 2 kg (4.4 Ib.)
Turntable speeds: 33-1/3 rpm and 45 rpm
Starting torque: 4.5 kg-cm (1.3 Ib-in)
Bulld-up characteristics: 0.7 s. from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm
Braking system: Electronic brake
Wow and flutter: 0.01% WRMS*
0.025% WRMS (JIS C5521)
+0.035% peak (IEC 98A Weighted)
*This rating refers to turntable assembly alone, excluding
effects of record, cartridge or tonearm, but including platter.
Measured by obtaining signal from built-in frequency gen-
erator of motor assembly.
Rumble: ~56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted)
~78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
@ Tonearm section
Type: Universal
Effective length: 230 mm (9-1/16"')
Arm height adjustment
range: 0-6mm
Overhang: 15 mm (19/32"")
Effective mass: 12 g (without cartridge)
Offset angie: 22°
Friction: Less than 7 mg (lateral, vertical)
Tracking error angie: Within 2°32’ (at the outer groove
of 30 cm (12"') record
Within 0°32’ (at the inner groove
of 30 cm (12"') record
Stylus pressure
adjustment range: 0-2.59
Applicable cartridge
weight range: 6-109
13.5—17.5 g (including headshell)
(with auxiliary
weight): 9.5-139
17-20.5 g (including headhsel!)
(with shell weight): 3.5-6.59
11-14 g (including headshell)
Headshell weight: 7.59
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
@ Total quartz locked continuous pitch
adjustment about +8%
Quartz-phase-locked control means aimost perfect
accuracy of turntable rotation.
But with most quartz turntables, this accurate control circuit
must be cut out when the pitch control is employed.
With the SL-1200MK2, however, pitch is variabie con-
tinuously (analogically) by up to approximatly +8% under
total quartzlocked control. The pitch is controlled with a
large sliding lever, located to the right of the turntable
piatter.
Four lines of platter markings are also provided indicating
+6%, +3.3%, 0% (exact rated speed) and —3.3% change
from rated speed.
& Aluminum diecast cabinet and special heavy
rubber base material provide acoustic
isolation
The effects of external vibrations are dramatically reduced
in the turntable by this new turntable construction.
The turntable base is precision-made aluminum diecast.
And the underside of the main base is made of a heavy
rubber material which has excelient vibration resistance and
absorbing characteristics. The turntable platter is also vibra-
tion-damped with specially fabricated rubber matting in the
underside along with the thick turntable sheet (rubber mat).
Four large-size insulating feet also help to absorb unwanted
vibrations.
These features make the SL-1200MK2 ideal for use with
extra-high sound pressure levels.
@ High torque for fast starts
The integral rotor/platter motor delivers 1.5kg-cm (1.3 Ib-in)
starting torque. This high torque gives very quick starts
enabling the platter to reach 33-1/3 rpm within 0.7 s. (a
quarter of a turn). This is a big advantage in many
professional applications where fast cueing is a necessity.
@ High sensitivity, low mass, gimbal suspen-
sion tonearm
The highly sensitive tonearm features a genuine gimbal
suspension, the rotational center of which is precisely
defined at one point. Bearings are finished to a tolerance of
+0.5 microns. This, and the extra-closeness of pivot center
to the bearings, result in the minimal friction of 7 mg (0.007
g) for both horizontal and vertical movement. Add to this the
low 12-gram effective tonearm mass (including headshell,
without cartridge) and you have a tonearm compatible with
the wide range of compliances found in today’s cartridges. If
you choose a popular high compliance MM cartridge, the
low range resonance frequency will appear in the correct
area to avoid warp frequencies of records, but without
entering the low end of the audio spectrum. This tonearm is
provided with a computer designed, light-weight, high-
rigidity headshell made of single-piece diecast aluminum to
resist partial vibration. The universal design atlows
headshell interchangeability. Contacts are gold-plated.

@ Helicoid tonearm height adjustment
Arm height is adjustable within a range of 6 mm to accom-
modate varying cartridge dimensions, Adjustments are
done with a precision-made helicoid.
@
Stylus
illuminator
for
low-light
conditions
@ Other fine features
@Quick
stops
are
achieved
with
a
fully
electronic
braking
system.
@Astrobe
illuminator
is
provided.
The
stroboscope
is
controlled
by
the
extremely
stable
quartz
oscillator,
rather
than
potentially
unstable
AC
line
frequency.
Power
on/off
control
built-into
strobe
illuminator
for
ease
of
operation.
@Soft-touch
start/stop
switch
allowing
precision
controt
capability
without
the
annoyance
of
accidental
operation.
Technics
integral
rotor/platter
motor
construction
with
full
cycle detection FG.

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
interterence
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
teception,
which
can
be
determined
by
turning
the
equipment
off
and
on,
the
user
is
encouraged
to
try
to
correct
the
interference
by
one
of
the
following
measures:
@Reorient or relocate 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.
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
harmtul
interference,
and
(2)
this
device
must
accept
any
interference
received,
including
interference
that
may
cause
undesired
operation.
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ees Grae a
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan
Printed in Japan
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