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Operating Instructions
Model No.SL-1200MK5
SL-1210MK5
RQT7018-1Y
Turntable System
PP
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this prod-
uct, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
SL-1200MK5 

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
SL-1200MK5 : Silver model
SL-1210MK5 : Black model
Table of contents
Supplied accessories................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................... 3
Features ......................................................................................... 4
Preparation of the cartridge...

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Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
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...

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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 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 direct drive produces high torque.•Wow and flutter below 0.01 %. Starting torque of 1.5 kg-cm en-
abling the turntable to reach 33 1/3 r/min in 0.7 seconds....

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1Fit the turntable and turntable mat.
Put the turntable on the center spindle and then lay the mat
on top.
•Be very careful when putting the turntable on the main unit.
  The magnet on the bottom of the turntable is finely adjusted
and sharp contact can cause it to move and lead to poor
operation. Ensure the magnet remains free from dust and
iron particles.
•Do not adjust the screws attaching the magnet to the turn-
table. The rated performance of the unit cannot be guaran-
teed if the magnet...

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Connections and installation
Connecting to an Audio Mixer (not
included)
•Disconnect all units from the power source before making any con-
nections.
•Reconnect the AC power supply cord after all other connections
are complete.
Installation
•Install the unit on a horizontal surface protected from vibrations.
•Keep this unit as far as possible from speakers.
•Ensure the unit is not exposed to direct sunlight, dust, humidity,
and heat from a heating appliance.
•This unit may pick up interference...

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Preparatory adjustments
Using the balance weight control
Make note of the balance weight setting for your stylus cartridge,
you can quickly change the stylus pressure without having to re-
adjust the horizontal balance of the arm each time you remove and
re-attach the stylus cartridge.
 Attach the cartridge to the tone arm you are using. Turn the balance weight control to the setting you previously
used to balance the weight including cartridge.
 Turn the stylus pressure control dial to the...

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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.
2Slide [pitch adj.] while the turntable is
revolving.
Move the control to the required position.
•The numbers represent approximate percentages.
•Pitch can be adjusted between –8 % and +8 %.
To reset pitch to the preset valuePress [reset].
The green LED indicator lights and the pitch immediately returns to
the set value (33 1/3 or 45 r/min), regardless of any adjustments
made...

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Head shell
terminals
Oil
Maintenance
Care of the parts
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
•Never use alcohol, paint thinner, or benzine to clean this unit.
•Before using chemically treated 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...
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