Trouble Checks - Sony PS-LX55 Operating Instructions Manual

TROUBLE CHECKS
The following trouble checks will help you correct most common
problems encountered with a turntable system. Should any pro¬
blem persist after you have made these checks, consult your
nearest Sony service facility.
Before proceeding with these trouble checks, first refer to the con¬
nections and the operating procedures.
TROUBLES CAUSES WHAT TO DO
The tonearm does not lower-Transparent or warped record - See page 9.
onto the record.
The tonearm always lowers
on the point for 30 cm
records.
A rubber mat other than the
one supplied being used.
Incorrect placement of the
supplied rubber mat
Impaired tone quality
Improper tracking force
Dusty stylus
Worn stylus
Auto return does not operate-A record with shallow return
at the end of play. grooves being played by a car¬
tridge with low tracking
force
No audio from one channel
Steady low-pitched humming
sound
Groove skipping; tonearm
skating; tonearm not advanc¬
ing
Loose connection of phono
cord
Dirty terminals of the car¬
tridge
Loose attachment of the car¬
tridge to the tonearm
Loose attachment of the car¬
tridge to the tonearm
Improper tracking force
Turntable not level
Defective record
Loud rumble or low-
frequency howl*
-The turntable is subjected to
external vibration.
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The turntable is placed too
near the speaker.
* This is called "acoustic feedback" and is caused when vibrations from the
speakers are transmitted througn the air or via solid objects (such as the
shelves, the cabinet, the floor, etc.) to the turntable, where they are picked up
by the stylus, amplified and reproduced through the speakers once again.
Use the supplied rubber mat.
Align the holes in the rubber mat with the holes of
the platter.
Adjust the tracking force, referring to page 10.
Clean the stylus with a soft brush from back to
front.
The stylus life is approx. 400 hours. Replace with a
new stylus, referring to page 9.
Apply more tracking force.
Connect the cord firmly.
Clean the terminals with a soft dry cloth.
Fix the cartridge to the tonearm firmly.
Fix the cartridge to the tonearm firmly.
Apply proper tracking force. (See page 10.)
Place the turntable on a level surface.
Place the turntable on a solid surface free from ex¬
ternal vibration.
Locate the turntable as far away from the speaker
as possible.
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