Technics Turntable System Sl 1200gld Operating Instructions
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RQT7021
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52 mm
Features
A masterpiece amongst turntables with a worldwide repu-
tation.
Highly accurate turntable speed maintained continuously
with a quartz pitch control.
•The [±16/±8] button can control a wide range between –8 % and
+8 % and –16 % and +16 %.
The [±16/±8] indicator LED illuminates in the dark.
•The pitch can be varied throughout the range maintaining perfect
accuracy.
•Pitch can be instantly reset to the rated speed (33 1/3 or 45 r/min)
with the reset button.
•The pitch control...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/4760/63920/w64_sl-1200gld_en_om_d-3.png "Page 4
RQT7021
4
52 mm
Features
A masterpiece amongst turntables with a worldwide repu-
tation.
Highly accurate turntable speed maintained continuously
with a quartz pitch control.
•The [±16/±8] button can control a wide range between –8 % and
+8 % and –16 % and +16 %.
The [±16/±8] indicator LED illuminates in the dark.
•The pitch can be varied throughout the range maintaining perfect
accuracy.
•Pitch can be instantly reset to the rated speed (33 1/3 or 45 r/min)
with the reset button.
•The pitch control...")
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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.
•Top (printed side): Lay the record on this side.
•Bottom: Slippery side.
For a different kind of slipPut the transparent sheet under
the disc slip sheet.
Playing records
Preparation1. Put a record on the turntable.
2. Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp.1Turn [power] to turn the unit on.
•The pilot lamp comes on.
•33 1/3...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/4760/63920/w64_sl-1200gld_en_om_d-7.png "Page 8
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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.
•Top (printed side): Lay the record on this side.
•Bottom: Slippery side.
For a different kind of slipPut the transparent sheet under
the disc slip sheet.
Playing records
Preparation1. Put a record on the turntable.
2. Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp.1Turn [power] to turn the unit on.
•The pilot lamp comes on.
•33 1/3...")
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Pitch control
Fine adjustment to the number of revolutions per minute.
1Press [reset] to turn off the green LED
light.
2Press [±16/±8] to select the pitch.
•When [±16/±8] is pressed once (up position), the [±16] pitch
indicator lights on the pitch control slider.
•When [±16/±8] is pressed twice (down position), the [± 8]
pitch indicator lights on the pitch control slider.
3Slide [pitch adj.] while the turntable is
revolving.
Move the control to the required position.
•The numbers represent...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/4760/63920/w64_sl-1200gld_en_om_d-8.png "Page 9
RQT7021
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Pitch control
Fine adjustment to the number of revolutions per minute.
1Press [reset] to turn off the green LED
light.
2Press [±16/±8] to select the pitch.
•When [±16/±8] is pressed once (up position), the [±16] pitch
indicator lights on the pitch control slider.
•When [±16/±8] is pressed twice (down position), the [± 8]
pitch indicator lights on the pitch control slider.
3Slide [pitch adj.] while the turntable is
revolving.
Move the control to the required position.
•The numbers represent...")
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Specifications
Turntable sectionTypeQuartz direct drive
Manual turntable
Drive methodDirect drive
MotorBrushless DC motor
Turntable platterAluminum diecast
Diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64)
Mass 1.7 kg (3.74 lb.)
Turntable speeds33 1/3 r/min, 45 r/min
Variable range pitch±8 %, ±16 % (two settings)
Starting torque1.5 kg·cm (1.3 lb·in)
Build-up characteristics0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 r/min
Braking systemElectronic brake
Wow and flutter0.01 % WRMS
\
0.025 % WRMS (JIS C5521)
±0.035 % peak (IEC...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/4760/63920/w64_sl-1200gld_en_om_d-10.png "Page 11
RQT7021
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Specifications
Turntable sectionTypeQuartz direct drive
Manual turntable
Drive methodDirect drive
MotorBrushless DC motor
Turntable platterAluminum diecast
Diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64)
Mass 1.7 kg (3.74 lb.)
Turntable speeds33 1/3 r/min, 45 r/min
Variable range pitch±8 %, ±16 % (two settings)
Starting torque1.5 kg·cm (1.3 lb·in)
Build-up characteristics0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 r/min
Braking systemElectronic brake
Wow and flutter0.01 % WRMS
\
0.025 % WRMS (JIS C5521)
±0.035 % peak (IEC...")
RQT7021 11 Specifications Turntable sectionTypeQuartz direct drive Manual turntable Drive methodDirect drive MotorBrushless DC motor Turntable platterAluminum diecast Diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64) Mass 1.7 kg (3.74 lb.) Turntable speeds33 1/3 r/min, 45 r/min Variable range pitch±8 %, ±16 % (two settings) Starting torque1.5 kg·cm (1.3 lb·in) Build-up characteristics0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 r/min Braking systemElectronic brake Wow and flutter0.01 % WRMS \ 0.025 % WRMS (JIS C5521) ±0.035 % peak (IEC 98A Weighted) Rumble–56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted) –78 dB (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 generator of motor assembly. Tonearm sectionTypeUniversal Effective length230 mm (9-1/16) Arm height adjustment range0 – 6 mm Overhang15 mm (19/32) Effective mass12 g (without cartridge) Offset angle22° FrictionLess 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) Stylus pressure adjustment range0 – 4 g Applicable cartridge weight range3.5 – 13 g 11 – 20.5 g (including headshell) (with auxiliary weight)9.5 – 13 g 17 – 20.5 g (including headshell) (with shell weight)3.5 – 6.5 g 11 – 14 g (including headshell) Headshell weight7.5 g General Power supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption14.5 W Dimensions (W ×H×D) SL-1210M5G45.3 × 17.2 × 35.5 cm (17-27/32 × 6-25/32 × 13-31/32) SL-1200GLD45.3 × 17.2 × 36.0 cm (17-27/32 × 6-25/32 × 14-5/32) Mass11.7 kg (25.74 Ib) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate. 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, or the website http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo, or the website (http://www.panasonic.com/support). 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. Probable cause(s) Is the AC power supply cord plugged in? Are connections to the amplifier/receiver’s PHONO terminals correct? Are the stereo connection cable connections to the amplifier or receiver reversed? Are there other appliances or their AC power supply cords near the stereo connection cable? Is the earth lead connected? Suggested remedy Plug the cord in firmly. Connect the stereo pin cables to the amplifier’s PHONO terminals. Double check all connections. Separate the appliances and their AC power supply cords from this unit. Make sure the earth lead is correctly con- nected. Reference page(s) 5 5 5 5 Problem No power. There is power but no sound. Sound is weak. Left and right sounds are re- versed. Humming heard during play.
RQT7021-1YM0203TK1123 EnPanasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in JapanThis manual was printed with soy based ink.