Technics EPC-U1200 - Stereo Cartridge Manual

Features

Designed for scratch play.

• Moving magnet (MM) type for high output and high qualitysound.
• Easily attached to Technics headshells.

Treat the stylus with care.

The stylus is a delicate instrument for picking up sounds from the grooves on records. The only surface it should touch is a record.

• Do not move the tip of the stylus.
• Do not allow it to catch on anything.
• Do not allow the stylus to touch hard surfaces.
• Attach the stylus cover when you have finished play.

Remove dust from the record and stylus regularly.

Take the headshell off the tone arm and, using a soft-tipped brush, carefully remove the dust with a brushing movement toward the point of the stylus.

Wipe the headshell terminal occasionally.

Dust or fluff on the terminal can cause the connection to be incomplete. Wipe it with a soft cloth and put the headshell back on the tone arm.

SP records (78 r/min) cannot be played.

Use a cartridge designed for SP records.

Product Service (Only for U.S.A.)

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
   1. The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
   2. Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
   3. The unit has been exposed to rain; or
   4. The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked changein performance; or
   5. The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product Information

For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact 1-800-211-7262, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport).

Specifications

Note
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Attaching the cartridge

( e.g.,when using with SL-1200 series turntables )

1. Use the screws to attach the included headshell weight and cartridge to your headshell.
   

   (Wire)	(Terminal)
   Red	R+(Red)
   Green	R–(Green)
   White	L+(White)
   Blue	L–(Blue)

   • Remove the stylus (with the stylus cover attached) fromthe cartridge to protect the stylus tip.
   • Connect the headshell's wires to the cartridge's termi-nals, following the color or symbol coding.
   • Reinsert the stylus (with the stylus cover attached) afterattaching the cartridge.
     Ensure the stylus is firmly in place.
2. Adjust the facing and overhang.
   
   • Change the facing of the cartridge so it is straight on theheadshell.
   • Adjust the overhang so the stylus tip is 52 mm from theplug.
     Use the overhang gauge included with SL-1200 series turntables to adjust the correct 15-mm overhang for this series.
   • If the cartridge is fitted to a different kind of tone arm orplayer, consult the appropriate manual for adjustment instructions.
3. Tighten the screws firmly.

Method of use

1. Insert the headshell into the end of the tone arm and fasten the locking nut.
   
2. Adjust the stylus pressure.

The optimum stylus pressure for this stylus is 2 grams. Set the horizontal balance of the tone arm to zero (0), then set the stylus pressure to the correct value.

• Sound is distorted or the stylus jumps if the recording levelon the record is high or if the player is used in a cold room. Increase the stylus pressure if this occurs.
• Increase the stylus pressure for scratch play if the stylusjumps.
• Overly increasing the stylus pressure can cause the cartridgebody to touch the record. Reduce stylus pressure if this occurs.

Replacing the stylus

Replace the stylus with part no. EPS-1200CS when necessary.

• Replace the stylus after about 500 hours of use.

1. Remove the stylus from the cartridge.
2. Insert the new stylus (with the stylus cover attached) into the cartridge.

Ensure the stylus is firmly in place.

Cartridge dimensions

(millimeters)