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Troubleshooting Guide
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 Technics dealer for instructions.
Problem
Probable cause(s)
The platter doesn't turn when =| The platter's belt has slipped off.
the start/stop switch Is
pressed.
Suggested remedy
« Re-attach the belt.
A loud and unusual sound
("howling") Is heard when the
volume level Is increased.
The location of the turntable and speaker systems
is unstable.
Unusual scratching noises are
heard.
Disc is old or scratched.
Dust in disc grooves or on the stylus.
Stylus needle is worn.
e Turn the treble tone control of the amplifier to
reduce the treble sound.
@ If the equipment is unstable because it is located
upon a soft surface, such as a carpet, place a solid
materiaj (such as concrete blocks, bricks, a hard
board, etc.) beneath the speaker systems.
@ Try moving the turntable farther away from the
speaker systems.
@ Try placing a cushioning material (such as felt or
commercially available audio insulators) beneath
the turntable.
« Use a disc cleaner to remove the dust from the disc
grooves. Use a soft brush to remove dust from the
stylus.
@ If the noise is heard even when a new disc is
played, probably the stylus is worn. Replace it with
a new stylus,
Dust is attached to stylus tip.
e Use a soft brush to remove the dust from the stylus.
Technical Specifications
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TURNTABLE SECTION
Tracking error angle
Within 3°18' at inner
Compliance (dynamic)
12 x 10°* cm/dyne
T
'Aut
tic
turntabl
groove of 30 cm (12")disc
(100 Hz)
Died
thod
vine alt ari Ae
Within 0°36' at outer groove of
'Stylus pressure range
1.25 +0,25 g
Motor
De wiotor
30 cm (12") disc
Weight
6 g (cartridge only)
Drive control method
DC servo control
Appilcable cartridge welght
6g
Replacement stylus
EPS-24CS
Turntable platter
Aluminum die-cast
Diameter 300 mm (12")
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CARTRIDGE SECTION
Turntable speeds
33-1/3 rpm and 46 rpm
Wow and flutter
0,045% WRMS
+0.06% weighted zero to peak
(IEC 98A weighted)
Rumble
70 dB DIN-B (IEC 98A weighted)
Hi TONEARM SECTION
Type
Static-balanced, straight tonearm
Plug-in-connector cartridge system
Overhang
25 mm (1")
Eftective length
200 mm (7-7/8'')
Type
Moving magnet stereo cartridge
Magnet circuit
All laminated core
Frequency response
10 H2z—30 kHz
Output voltage
2.5 mV at 1 kHz,
5 cm/s. zero to peak lateral velocity
(7 mV at 1 kHz, 10 cm/s.zero to peak, 45°
velocity DIN 45 500)
Channel separation
22 dB at 1 kHz
Channel balance
Within 2 dB at 1 KHz
Recommended load impedance
47 KQ—100 kX
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GENERAL
Power supply
AC 240V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
aw
Dimensions (WxHxD)
360 x 83 x 320 mm
(14-1/4" x 3-1/4" x 12-1/2")
When dust cover is open.
360 x 350 x 320 mm
(14-1/4" x 13-25/32" x 12-1/2")
Weight
2.5 kg (5.6 Ib)
Note: Specifications subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan
Printed in Japan
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SQX54665
$0288L1048
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