Technics Turntable System Sl 1200m3d Operating Instructions

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RQT4912
Maintenance
Care of the parts
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap-
and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.
•Never use alcohol, paint thinner, or benzine to clean this unit.
•Before using chemically impregnated cloth, read the instructions
that came with the cloth carefully.
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.•Use a soft brush to clean the stylus. Brush from the base to the tip. •Use a good quality record cleaner to keep your records clean.
Wipe the head shell terminals occasionally Use a soft cloth. Turn the amplifier off before fitting or removing the
head shell.
•Damage to your speakers can occur if the head shell is moved
while the volume is turned up.
• 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:
•Return the tone arm to the arm rest and tape it in place.
•Remove the balance weight and head shell from the tone arm and
carefully wrap them.
•Take off the turntable and turntable mat and carefully wrap them.
•Carefully wrap the main unit in a blanket or paper.
Product service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or assistance with product
operation, refer to the servicenter directory.
Head shell
terminals
Oil 
						

							Troubleshooting guide
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.comRQT4912-2PM0299X3124
Technical specifications
 Turntable section
TypeQuartz direct drive
Manual turntable
Drive methodDirect drive
MotorBrushless DC motor
Turntable platterAluminum diecast
Diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64)
Weight 1.7 kg (3.74 lb.)
Turntable speeds33-
1/3·rpm 45 rpm
Starting torque1.5 kg·cm (1.3 lb·in)
Build-up characteristics0.7 s. from standstill to 33-
1/3 rpm
Braking systemElectronic brake
Wow and flutter0.01 %yWRMS
Þ
0.025 % WRMS (JIS C5521)±0.035 % peak (IEC 98A Weighted)
Rumble−56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted)
−78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
ÞThis 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.
 General
Power supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption14 W
Dimensions (W
× ×× ×
×H× ×× ×
×D)45.3 × 16.2 × 35.3 cm
(17-27/32 × 6-12/32 × 13-29/32)
Weight12 kg (26.4 Ib)
 Tonearm section
TypeUniversal
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
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate. Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a
possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple
checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the
problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to
the directory of Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this
unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer
for instructions.
For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in
the U.S.A. and Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre
in Canada.
In the U.S.A.1-800-211-7262 or web site
(http://www.panasonic.com)
In  Canada 905-624-5505 or web site
(www.panasonic.ca)
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
Probable cause(s)
Is the AC power cord plugged in?
Are connections to the amplifier or receiver
correct?
Are the stereo cord connections to the am-
plifier or receiver reversed?
Are there other appliances or their power
cords near the stereo cords?
Is the earth lead connected?
Suggested remedy
Plug the cord in firmly.
Double check all connections.
Double check all connections.
Separate the appliances and their power cords
from this unit.
Make sure the earth lead is correctly con-
nected.
Reference
page(s)
6
6
6
6
Problem
No power.
There is power but no sound.
Left and right sounds are re-
versed.
Humming heard during play.
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
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