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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 dealer
for instructions.
Problem
No power.
There is power but no sound.
Left and right sounds are re-
versed.
Humming heard during play.

Technical specifications

Turntable section
Type
Drive method
Motor
Turntable platter
Turntable speeds
Starting torque
Build-up characteristics
Braking system
Wow and flutter
Rumble
※ 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.
General
Power supply
Power consumption
Dimensions (W H D)
Weight
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

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?
Quartz direct drive
Manual turntable
Direct drive
Brushless DC motor
Aluminum diecast
Diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64")
Weight 1.7 kg (3.74 lb.)
1
33- / ·rpm 45 rpm
3
1.5 kg·cm (1.3 lb·in)
1
0.7 s. from standstill to 33- /
3
Electronic brake
0.01 % WRMS
0.025 % WRMS (JIS C5521)
0.035 % peak (IEC 98A Weighted)
56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted)
78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
14 W
45.3 16.2 35.3 cm
(17-27/32" 6-12/32" 13-29/32")
12 kg (26.4 Ib)
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
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)
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.
Tonearm section
Type
Effective length
Arm height adjustment range
Overhang
Effective mass
Offset angle
Friction
Tracking error angle
Within 2 32' (at the outer groove of 30 cm (12") record
rpm Within 0 32' (at the inner groove of 30 cm (12") record
Stylus pressure adjustment range
※
Applicable cartridge weight range
(with auxiliary weight)
(with shell weight)
Headshell weight
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
230 mm (9-1/16")
15 mm (19/32")
12 g (without cartridge)
Less than 7 mg (lateral, vertical)
11 20.5 g (including headshell)
17 20.5 g (including headshell)
11 14 g (including headshell)
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
RQT4912-2P
Reference
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