Features; Precautions - Sony PS-LX55 Operating Instructions Manual

FEATURES
PRECAUTIONS
Linear tracking tonearm
A linear tracking
tonearm is designed to duplicate the movement
of
the head which
cuts the record master.
Compared with a
pivoted tonearm, a linear tracking arm has a very
small tracking
error (which means greatly reduced harmonic distor¬
tion) and almost no
pressure on the inside wall of the groove (which
means improved
tracking ability and channel separation).
Front panel operation with the dustcover closed
The
ARM TRANSPORT buttons allow you to move the tonearm easi-
y over the desired
point of the record with the dust cover closed.
Start/stop of the
record play and tonearm up/down can also be con¬
trolled using the
buttons on the front panel.
Fully automatic system
The movement of
the turntable anc the tonearm is controlled by a
microcomputer
and is activated by the "feather-touch'' function
buttons on the front
panel.
Automatic record size selection
The record size is
automatically set by a photo sensor system. If no
record is on the
turntable, the tonearm v/ill not descend but will
automatically
return to the arm rest.
Muting system
A muting
system activates when the tonearm is lifted and is deac¬
tivated after the
tonearm lowers onto a record so there is no need
to turn the
amplifier volume down every time a stylus is placed on a
record.
Linear torque BSL motor
Direct drive
system with Sony's unique BSL (brushless and
slotless) motor
which has an extremely low noise level and whose
smoothness
virtually eliminates wow and flutter. Its high torque
assures a quick
start to
33 'A
rpm after only a half revolution.
Synchronized operation with the Sony cassette decks
When
the
tonearm
lowers onto the lead-in groove of a record, the
cassette deck
standby mode is released and the record mode
assumed. When
play finishes, the cassette deck is automatically
set
first
in the record muting mode, then in the pause mode. This
synchronized
operation is possible with Sony cassette decks
equipped with a
four-pin remote control jack which is connected
with
the Sony
RM-65 synchro remote control unit.
On safety
• Operate the unit only on 120 V ac, 60 Hz.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the
unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it
any further.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an
extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the
plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• The unit is not disconnected from the ac power source (mains) as
long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has
been turned off.
On installation
• Place the turntable on a level surface.
• Avoid placing the unit near electrical appliances (such as a televi¬
sion, hair dryer, or fluorescent lamp) which may cause hum or
noise.
• Place the turntable where it will not be subject to any vibration,
such as from speakers, slamming of doors, etc.
• Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, extremes of
temperature, and excessive dust and moisture.
On dust cover removal
Open the dust cover fully and slide it upward with both hands.
On repacking
Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. It is an ideal
container in which to transport the unit. When shipping the unit to
another location, repack it as illustrated on the carton box.
Before repacking, secure the tonearm using the arm clamp,
spacers and transit screws as illustrated on page 4.
For the customers in the USA
For detailed safety precautions, see the leaflet "IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS".
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