SL1200GR - Turntable TECHNICS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SL1200GR TECHNICS

ugi Direct Drive Turntable System Plattenspieler mit Direktantrieb Platine vinyle à entraînement direct Giradischi ad azionamento diretto Sistema de accionamiento directo del plato giratorio Pladespiller med direkte drev Platenspeler met directe aandrijving Skivspelare med direktdrivning Suoravetoinen levysoitinjärjestelmä Gramofon Direct DriveEnglish (02) Music is borderless and timeless, touching people’s hearts across cultures and generations. Each day the discovery of a truly emotive experience from an unencountered sound awaits. Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.03 Delivering the Ultimate Emotive Musical Experience to All At Technics we understand that the listening experience is not purely about technology but the magical and emotional relationship between people and music. We want people to experience music as it was originally intended and enable them to feel the emotional impact that enthuses and delights them. Through delivering this experience we want to support the development and enjoyment of the world’s many musical cultures. This is our philosophy. With a combination of our love of music and the vast high-end audio experience of the Technics team, we stand committed to building a brand that provides the ultimate emotive musical experience by music lovers, for music lovers. Director Michiko OgawaEnglish (04)

Features Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

About descriptions in these operating instructions - Pages to be referred to are indicated as “(

00)”. - The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. Sales and Support Information Customer Communications Centre

For customers within the UK: 0333 222 8777

For customers within Ireland: 01 447 5229

Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, (Excluding public holidays).

For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.technics.com/uk/ The coreless direct drive eliminates cogging and achieves smooth rotation

The newly developed coreless direct drive motor can reduce minute vibration during rotation while maintaining high torque.

The high-precision motor control technology switches the drive mode depending on the operational status of the motor and thus enables high torque and stability. The tone arm with high-precision bearings achieves high initial- motion sensitivity

The tone arm pipe is light, highly rigid aluminum.

The use of traditional Technics gimbal suspension construction and high-precision bearings attains high initial-motion sensitivity. A turntable with high rigidity and improved vibration damping capacity

Reinforcing ribs on the back side of the aluminum die-cast platter and rubber coating for removing unnecessary resonance can deliver high rigidity and improved vibration damping capacity. Vibration-proof cabinet and insulators

The two-layered cabinet made of a combination of BMC and aluminum die-cast ensures high rigidity.

Special silicon rubber insulators providing excellent vibration damping capacity and long-term reliability can shut out external vibration and suppress howling noise. High-quality terminals

Gold-plated PHONO output terminals prevent degradation in sound quality.

The case has a metal shielded interior to protect against external noise. Highly accurate turntable speed maintained with the pitch control

The digital control method is adopted to achieve constant pitch control.

The pitch variable range select button (×2) is provided. The pitch control with the range up to ±16 % is possible.Before use Getting started Playing back Maintenance English (05)

Getting started Putting the player together ................................................. 12

Adjusting the turntable startup/brake speed .......... 21

Safety precautions Warning Caution Unit

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, -Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. -Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. -Use only the recommended accessories. -Do not remove covers. -Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. -Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit. -Do not place heavy items on this unit. AC mains lead

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, -Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit. -Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. -Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead. -Do not handle the plug with wet hands. -Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug. -Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock. -An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earth connection. Unit

Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.

This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.

This unit is intended for use in moderate and tropical climates.

Do not put any objects on this unit. This unit becomes hot while it is on. Placement

Place this unit on an even surface.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, -Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated. -Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items. -Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.

Ensure that the placement location is sturdy enough to accommodate the weight of this unit (

Do not lift or carry this unit by holding the knobs. Doing so may cause this unit to fall, resulting in personal injury or malfunction of this unit.

Keep any IC card or magnetic card such as a credit card away from the turntable. -Otherwise the IC card or magnetic card may become unusable due to the magnetic effect.Before use English (07)

Disposal of Old Equipment Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation. By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.English (08) 08Before use English (09)

Accessories In order to prevent damage during shipping some of the equipment has been disassembled. Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Turntable (1 pc.) (TTV0027) Turntable mat (1 pc.) (RGS0008) Dust cover (1 pc.) (TTPA0683) EP record adaptor (1 pc.) (TEKX077) Balance weight (1 pc.) (TYL0056) Auxiliary weight (1 pc.) (TKKH51441) Head shell (1 pc.) (TPBGA003) Overhang gauge (1 pc.) (RMR2210-W) Screw set for cartridge (1 set) (TTV0022)

The model numbers of the accessories are as of February 2017. They are subject to change without notice.

Keep the packaging materials after taking out the goods. You will need them when carrying the product over long distances.

Follow the local regulations when disposing of the product.

Do not use any other AC mains lead, PHONO cable and PHONO earth lead except the supplied one.

Keep the cartridge, auxiliary weight, nuts, screws and washers out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Illustrations and figures in this manual are of the silver main body.English (10)

20) Anti- skating control

24) Auxiliary weight mounting location (

15) Numbers such as (

16) Dust cover fitting part (

16) BackEnglish (12) Putting the player together

Connecting to the PHONO terminals and AC IN terminal

Take out the player from the package, attach the “FRONT cushioning” and place the player with its front side down so that you can make connection to the PHONO terminals and AC IN terminal on the back side.

Connect the supplied PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, and AC mains lead. Connect the PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead and AC mains lead. Attach the “FRONT cushioning” and place the player with its front side down. Be careful not to tip over the player.Insert the AC mains lead up to a point just before the round hole. Make connection to the PHONO terminals and AC IN terminal before setting up or installing the player.AttentionConnecting the PHONO earth lead to the player and amplifier.

Insert the earth lug and tighten the terminal securely.(Black)(White)(Red)Getting started English (13)

Attach a cartridge (store-bought) tentatively. Follow the cartridge’s instructions to correctly attach it to the head shell, and tighten the screws lightly.

If the mounting screws are included in the cartridge, use them.

When playing SP records, use a cartridge for SP records.

Be careful not to touch the stylus tip. Attaching the cartridge

Fit the overhang gauge to the head shell.

Tighten the screw for cartridge. The overhang can be adjusted optimally. Screw for cartridgeOverhang gaugeHead shellHead shellLead wire Nuts Washers(Lead wire) (Terminal) Red

R+ (Red)Green R- (Green)White L+ (White) Blue

Adjust the overhang. Use the included overhang gauge.

Move the cartridge to line the stylus tip up with the end of the gauge.

The cartridge should be parallel on the shell head when viewed from the top and side (the illustration is the top view).

Be careful not to allow the cartridge to slip out of place. Stylus tip CartridgeStylusEnglish (14) Putting the player together (continued) In order to prevent damage during shipping, some of the equipment has been disassembled. Put the player together in the following order.

Do not connect the AC mains lead until set up is complete.

When fitting the turntable, prevent foreign material from getting in between the main unit and turntable.

Do not touch or scratch the board. Turntable mat Turntable Centre spindle Board Balance weight Head shell Attention Handle carefully as this is heavy.

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Attaching the head shell

Fit the head shell with the cartridge into the tone arm. Keep the head shell horizontal and tighten the locking nut.

Be careful not to touch the stylus tip. Locking nutHead shell Attaching the balance weight

Attach the balance weight to the rear of the tone arm. Balance weight

The inside of the balance weight is greased. Note

Attach the included auxiliary weight to the rear of the tone arm according to the weight of your cartridge. For adjustable cartridge weight ranges, see "Applicable cartridge weight range". (

Slowly set the turntable on the centre spindle.

As shown in the figure on the right, set your fingers in the two holes on the turntable, hold the centre spindle down and remove the turntable upward. Before fitting the turntable

Remove the magnet cover from the turntable.

There is a magnet and its cover on the back side of the turntable. Remove the magnet cover before fitting to the main unit. Back side of the turntable Magnet cover Magnet Fixing screw Attention

Keep any magnetic-sensitive object such as a magnetic card and watch away from the magnet.

Prevent the turntable from hitting the main unit or falling off. Prevent dust or iron powder from adhering to the magnet on the back side.

Do not touch the fixing screws (three locations) of the turntable. The rating performance cannot be guaranteed if they are out of position. Attention

Be careful when handling the turntable, as it is heavy.

Keep your fingers from being caught.

Wipe off fingerprints or dirt with a soft cloth. Fitting the turntable mat

Lay the turntable mat on the turntable.English (16) Connecting to an integrated amplifier or component system Connections and installation

Turn off all units and disconnect the AC mains lead from the socket before making any connections.

Connect the AC mains lead only after all other connections are completed.

Be sure to connect the PHONO earth lead. Otherwise mains hum may occur.

Refer also to the instruction manual of the connected device.

Connect the PHONO cable and PHONO earth lead to the PHONO input terminals of the connected equipment.

You will not have adequate volume or sound quality if the connected amplifier has no PHONO input terminals.

Connect the AC mains lead.

Confirm the wattage of the AC outlet on the connected equipment before using it for this unit. (This unit consumes 11 W.)

The operation switch does not separate entire unit from mains even if in “OFF“ position. Remove the plug from the mains socket if you will not be using the unit for an extended period of time. Place the unit so that the plug can be easily removed. Note

Amplifier(not included)Back of main unitPHONOcableAC mains leadPHONO earth leadTo a household mains socketGetting started English (17) Installation Fit the dust cover Install the unit on a horizontal surface protected from vibrations. Keep this unit as far as possible from speakers.

Adjusting the height to make the unit horizontal Raise the main unit to turn the insulators and adjust the height.

Clockwise: Reduces the height.

Anti-clockwise: Increases the height. Attention

Do not turn the insulators too far. Doing so may cause them to come off or damage them.

Notes for installation

Before you move the unit, remove all devices connected and turn off the power supply.

Ensure the unit is not exposed to direct sunlight, dust, humidity, and heat from a heating appliance.

This unit may pick up interference from a radio if there is one nearby. Keep the unit as far as possible from a radio.

Do not install the unit on a heat source.

Avoid a place with large temperature variations.

Avoid a place with frequent condensation.

Avoid an unstable place.

Do not put an object on the unit.

Do not install the unit in a confined space such as a book shelf.

Install the unit at a position well away from walls or other devices to ensure effective heat radiation from the inside of the unit.

Make sure that the material of the installation location is sufficiently strong to withstand the weight of this unit.

Note that the unit may be damaged by cigarette smoke or moisture from an ultrasonic humidifier.

Condensation Think of taking out a cold bottle from a refrigerator. If you leave it in a room for a while, dewdrops will form on the bottle surface. This phenomenon is called “condensation“.

Conditions causing condensation

Rapid temperature change (caused by moving from a warm place to a cold place or vice versa, rapid cooling or heating, or direct exposure to cooled air)

High humidity in a room with much steam, etc.

Condensation may damage the unit. If it has occurred, turn the unit off and leave it until it adapts to the ambient temperature (approximately 2 to 3 hours).

Hold the dust cover with both hands and insert it into the dust cover fitting parts (

To remove the dust cover, keep it open and lift it straight above. Attention

Return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp before you attach or detach the dust cover.

When inserting the dust cover, prevent the tip of the hinges from hitting and damaging the main unit.

Reduces the height Increases the heightEnglish (18) Anti-skating controlArm clampArm restCue lever

Free the tone arm from the arm rest and adjust horizontal balance by turning the balance weight. Hold the tone arm and turn the balance weight in the arrow direction to adjust the balance until the arm is approximately horizontal.

Take care not to allow the stylus tip to touch the turntable or main unit. Balance weightHold here to turn

Turn the stylus pressure control until “0“ comes to the centre line of the rear of the tone arm.

Hold the balance weight still while doing this. Preparation

First, remove the dust cover.

Return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp. Horizontal balance Stylus pressure Preparation

First, remove the dust cover.

Remove the stylus cover, taking care not to damage the stylus, then release the arm clamp.

Lower the cue lever.

Turn the anti-skating control to “0”. Adjustment Balance weightArm clampCentre lineStylus pressure controlHold here to turnBalanced and the tone arm is parallel to the turntable.The balance weight is too far forward.The balance weight is too far back.

Refer to the user's guide for your stylus for the appropriate stylus pressure. NoteGetting started English (19)

Turn the anti-skating control to adjust it to the same value as the stylus pressure control.

Turn the balance weight to adjust to the appropriate stylus pressure for the cartridge.

The stylus pressure control will turn together with the balance weight.

Turn until the centre line points to the appropriate stylus pressure. Centre line Balance weight Hold here to turn Turns together

and above, adjust anti-skating control to “3”. NoteEnglish (20)

Tone arm height Make this adjustment only if the cartridge you are using makes it necessary.Preparation

Put a record on the turntable.

Release the arm lock. Adjustment (continued) Index lineArm-height control ring Cartridge height(H) in millimetersHeight control position

Arm lock(Released)(Locked) Use the chart below as reference to find the appropriate position mark for the height of your cartridge. Turn the arm-height control ring to align the position mark with the index line.0 to 6 mm are marked on the arm height control ring.

Adjust the height with the arm- height control ring. Adjust the arm height until the tone arm becomes parallel to the record. (For supplied head shell)

When you don't know the cartridge height (H) or when you don’t use the supplied head shell Remove the stylus cover, taking care not to damage the stylus, then release the arm clamp.Lower the cue lever, rest the stylus on the record and adjust the height control until the tone arm and record are parallel.

If the cartridge height (H) is too small to make them parallel to each other, add a “cartridge spacer” (not supplied).

After arm height adjustment is finished, lock the tone arm by turning the arm lock knob.

Be sure to turn the arm lock knob to the end as shown in the figure below. You may need to apply some force to do so.Parallel to a recordAttention

Be careful not to damage the stylus tip.

Do not use the product with the arm lock released.

For finer adjustment, use a level (not included) to adjust the arm height so that the cartridge becomes parallel to a record.

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Armlift screw Armlift Armlift height Make an adjustment according to your cartridge if necessary. Preparation

Put a record on the turntable.

Remove the stylus cover, taking care not to damage the stylus, then release the arm clamp.

Lift the cue lever and move the tone arm over the record.

Check the armlift height (distance between the stylus tip and record surface). If adjustment is needed, go to step

The armlift height is factory-adjusted to 8 to 13 mm.

Return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp. Turn the adjustment screw.

Turning the screw clockwise lowers the armlift.

Turning the screw anti-clockwise raises the armlift.

Press the centre of the button lightly. Startup speed You can select from three options of the startup speed (the time to reach the constant speed) after [START-STOP] is pressed and the torque gain at the constant speed. (Factory setting: 3) [3] Fast startup

To change the setting, press the H or L torque button while the lamp is blinking. Example: If the current setting is [3] and you press the L button twice, the setting will change to [1].

After you press the torque button, the confirmation lamp blinks the specified number of times showing the new setting, stays lit for two seconds and then goes off. Brake speed You can select from five options of the brake speed to stop the turntable after [START-STOP] is pressed. (Factory setting: 5) [5] Stops fast

To change the setting, press the F or S brake button while the lamp is blinking. Example: If the current setting is [5] and you press the S button twice, the setting will change to [3].

After you press the brake button, the confirmation lamp blinks the specified number of times showing the new setting, stays lit for two seconds and then goes off. Adjusting the turntable startup/ brake speedEnglish (22) Playing records

Turn [ON/OFF] to turn the unit on. The strobe light comes on. 33-1/3 rpm is automatically selected and the indicator [33] lights.

EP record adaptor Centre spindle

1 Put a record (not included) on the turntable.

2 Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp.

Attention Do not press [START-STOP] when the turntable is removed. If you have accidentally pressed [START-STOP].

The indicator of the speed select button ([33] or [45]) starts blinking.

If it is blinking, turn [ON/OFF] to turn the unit off, fit the turntable and then turn [ON/OFF] to turn the unit on.Playing back English (23)

Press [RESET] to light the pitch control blue LED lamp. The unit plays at a preset pitch (33-1/3, 45 or 78 rpm) regardless of the [PITCH ADJ] position.

Lift the cue lever and move the tone arm over the record.

Lower the cue lever slowly. The tone arm moves down slowly. Play starts.

Fine adjustment to pitch (

Lift the cue lever, return the tone arm to the arm rest and lower the cue lever.

Press [START-STOP]. The electronic brake gently stops the turntable.

Turn [ON/OFF] to turn the unit off.

Clamp the tone arm with the arm clamp.

Put the stylus cover back on (to protect the stylus tip).

To light up the stylus The stylus tip is illuminated during play. Stylus lightStylus light switch Press the stylus light switch.

Press down the stylus light to turn off the light. Attention Press the stylus light switch firmly. If the switch is lightly pressed, the light may come on but not rise up.

When playing EP records

Fit the EP record adaptor over the centre spindle.

When playing SP records

Press the speed select buttons [33] and [45] at the same time (78 rpm: [33] and [45] light).

When using a record stabilizer (not included)

See the instruction manual of the record stabilizer.

To temporarily stop play Lift the cue lever.

The stylus lifts off the record.

To start play again, lower the cue lever. ヱリヵヤラチモュルンユヴユヵ RESET buttonBlue LED indicatorCue lever 23English (24) Pitch control (fine adjustment to pitch)

To measure pitch The four rows of strobe mirrors around the edge of the turntable can assist you in measuring pitch. The strobe mirrors are lit by the strobe light (blue LED) synchronizing with the precise frequency of digital control. Always use the blue LED to measure the pitch.

Press [RESET] to turn off the blue LED light.

Press the pitch range select button to select the pitch range.

[×2] light on: ±16 %

[×2] light off: ±8 %

While the turntable is revolving Slide [PITCH ADJ].

Pitch can be adjusted between approx. –8 % and +8 % or approx. –16 % and +16 % according to your selection.

The numbers represent approximate percentages for your adjustment.

To reset pitch to the preset value Press [RESET]. The blue LED indicator lights and the pitch immediately returns to a preset value regardless of the [PITCH ADJ] position. (33-1/3, 45 or 78 rpm)

Blue LED off: Can be adjusted with [PITCH ADJ]. Attention +6.4 % change in pitch when stationary +3.3 % change in pitch when stationary Normal turntable speed (33-1/3, 45 or 78 r/min) when stationary -3.3 % change in pitch when stationaryStrobe mirrors 24Playing back Maintenance English (25) Maintenance

Care of the parts Thoroughly clean dust off the stylus and record.

Take off the head shell with the cartridge and clean the stylus using a soft brush. Brush from the base to the tip.

Use a record cleaner to keep your records clean. Head shell terminals Wipe the head shell terminals occasionally. Wipe the head shell terminals with a soft cloth and fit the head shell to the tone arm. Turn the amplifier volume down or turn the amplifier off before fitting or removing the head shell. Damage to your speakers can occur if the head shell is moved while the volume is turned up.

Cleaning the dust cover and cabinet Wipe the dust cover and cabinet with a soft cloth. Do not touch the board while cleaning. Otherwise, the player may fail. When dirt is heavy, wring a wet cloth tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a soft cloth.

Do not use solvents including benzene, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, a chemical wiper, etc. This might cause the exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off.

Do not wipe the dust cover while playing a record. This can cause static electricity. This static can cause the tone arm to be attracted towards the dust cover.

Moving the unit Repackage the unit in the packaging it came in. Keep the packaging materials after taking out the goods. If you no longer have the packaging, do the following:

Take off the turntable and turntable mat and carefully wrap them.

Remove the head shell and balance weight from the tone arm and carefully wrap them.

Clamp the tone arm with the arm clamp and tape it in place.

Carefully wrap the main unit in a blanket or paper.

WEEE symbol Disposal of the product outside the EU countries This symbol is valid within the EU only. Contact a local governmental office or your dealer to confirm a right manner of disposal.

Before repackaging, remove the balance weight and insert the tone arm support under the tone arm. RepackagingEnglish (26)

Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, contact your dealer. No power.

Is the AC mains lead plugged in?

Plug the mains lead in firmly. (

16) There is power but no sound. Sound is weak.

Are connections to the amplifier/receiver’s PHONO terminals correct?

Connect the PHONO cables to the amplifier’s PHONO input terminals. (

16) Left and right sounds are reversed.

Are the stereo connection cable connections to the amplifier or receiver reversed?

Double check all connections. (

Are connections of the head shell's lead wires to the cartridge terminals correct?

Double check all connections. (

13) Humming is heard during play.

Are there other appliances or their AC mains lead near the stereo connection cable?

Separate the appliances and their AC mains lead from this unit.

Is the earth lead connected?

Make sure the earth lead is correctly connected. (

16) The Strobe light or the blue indicator blinks. Perform the following operation when the strobe light or the blue indicator blinks. The symptom may be improved.

Turn [ON/OFF] to OFF.

Pull out the power plug, wait for three seconds, and then insert the plug again.

Turn [ON/OFF] to ON and press [START-STOP] to rotate the turntable.

If the strobe light or the blue indicator blinks again, check which one is blinking and contact our service representative. Troubleshooting guideMaintenance English (27) Specifications General Power supply AC 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 11 W (Power ON)

Operating temperature range 0 °C to 40 °C Operating humidity range 35 % to 80 % RH (no condensation) Turntable section Type Direct drive manual turntable Drive method Direct drive Motor Brushless DC motor Turntable Aluminum diecast Diameter: 332 mm Mass: Approx. 2.5 k

(including a rubber sheet) Turntable speeds 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm Variable range pitch ±8 % and ±16 % Starting torque 2.2 k

(direct reading) Head shell weight Approx. 7.6

Applicable cartridge weight range (Without the auxiliary weight)

(including the head shell) (With the auxiliary weight)

(including the head shell) Head shell terminal lug

20) Controllo anti- skating

Gire [ON/OFF] a OFF.