Hi-Fi Record Player
L78
Operating instructions
Features
Technical Description
for accurate setting of stylus overhang, a set of
shock-absorbing mounting supports anda cut out
template (only required for chassis model).
Unpacking the L 78
Preparation for Use
The L.78 is available on a wooden base, or as a
build-in model. To avoid damage of the turntable
spindle during transportation, the turntable is
packed separately in a cardboard sleeve.
Models mounted on a wooden base are delivered
fully assembled and can therefore be operated
without any difficulty. The build-in model must be
assembled on the spot, and the instructions on the
cut out template should be carefully followed. On
all models the spring-mounted motor (44) has been
secured for transit. This has been done by means
of two red securing screws (18) on the baseplate
under the turntable and these should be losened
until the motor is freely sprung. The L78 is de-
signed for use with 220 V 50 Hz. A C mains but can
be supplied with a switchable motor for use on 115,
145 and 225 V mains.
A clean, dry, non-fluffy cloth should be used for
cleaning. Only if oil or grease spots are present
should the cloth be sparingly sprinkled with methy-
lated spirits or carbon tetrachloride. (Benzine must
not be used.) The turntable should now be placed
on the spindle and the rubber mat on the turntable.
Push the large, counterweight (1) on to the rear end
(30) of the pick-up.
Interchangeable Plug-in Heads
The L.78 is usually supplied with an empty plug-in
head, so that each user may select his own pick-up
cartridge. The empty plug-in head (11) is complete
with mounting screws for the popular, internation-
ally standard cartridges. If various cartridges are
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