SL1210GR - Turntable TECHNICS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SL1210GR TECHNICS

Music is borderless and timeless, touching people's hearts across cultures and generations.

Each day the discovery of a truly emotive experience from an unencumbered sound awaits.

Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.

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.

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.

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Features

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 metal shielded interior to protect from 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.

Table of contents

Before use

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 06

Accessories 09

Parts Name 10

Getting started

Putting the player together 12

• Connecting to the PHONO terminals and AC IN terminal. 12
• Attaching the cartridge 13
  Before fitting the turntable 15
  Fitting the turntable 15
  Fitting the turntable mat 15
• Attaching the head shell 15
• Attaching the balance weight 15

Connections and installation 16

• Connecting to an integrated amplifier or component system 16
  Installation 17
• Fit the dust cover 17

Adjustment 18

Horizontal balance 18
Stylus pressure 18
- Anti-skating 19
- Tone arm height 20
Armlift height 21
- Adjusting the turntable startup/brake speed 21

Playing back

Playing records 22

Pitch control (fine adjustment to pitch) 24

Maintenance

Maintenance 25
Troubleshooting guide 26
Specifications 27
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) 28
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) 29

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1 Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with dry cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Warning

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.

AC power supply cord

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

• Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

• An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a power socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

Caution

Unit

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

Placement

• 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.

• Keep your speakers at least 10mm( 1332 ) away from the system for proper ventilation.

• 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 magnetic effect.

The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DONOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Conforms to UL STD 60065.

Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.60065.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party:

Panasonic Corporation of North America

Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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.) (TTV0027A)	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) ● Nuts (2 ● Screws-short (2 pc.) ● Screws-long (2 pc.) ● Washers (2 pc.) (Supplied in a bag)
PHONO cable (1pc.) (K2KYYYY00257)	PHONO earth lead (1pc.) (K4EY1YY00160)	AC power supply cord (1 pc.) (K2CG3YY00191)

• 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 for a long distance.
• Follow the local regulations when disposing of the product.
• Do not use any other AC power supply cord, 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.

Parts Name

Numbers such as ( 20) indicate reference pages.

Back

Putting the player together

Connecting to the PHONO terminals and AC IN terminal

Make connection to the PHONO terminals and AC IN terminal before setting up or installing the player.

1 Take out the player from the package, attach the "FRONT styrofoam" 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.

2 Connect the supplied PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, and AC power supply cord.

Attention

Be careful not to tip over the player.

2 Connect the PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead and AC power supply cord.

1 Attach the "FRONT styrofoam" and place the player with its front side down.

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English

Attaching the cartridge

1 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.
- Use a commercially available mini flat screwdriver (4 mm [5/32]).
- Be careful not to touch the stylus tip.

2 Adjust the overhang. Use the included overhang gauge.

① Fit the overhang gauge to the head shell.

② 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).

③ Tighten the screw for cartridge.

• Be careful not to allow the cartridge to slip out of place.

The overhang can be adjusted optimally.

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.

Attention

• 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.

14 (14) English

Before fitting the turntable

1 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.

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.

Fitting the turntable

2 Slowly set the turntable on the center spindle.

To remove the turntable

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

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

3 Lay the turntable mat on the turntable.

Attaching the head shell

4 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.

Attaching the balance weight

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

• 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". (⇒27)

Note

• The inside of the balance weight is greased.

Connections and installation

• Turn off all units and disconnect the AC power supply cord from the outlet before making any connections.
• Connect the AC power supply cord 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.

1 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.

2 Connect the AC power supply cord.

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

Connecting to an integrated amplifier or component system

Note

• Although the AC power switch is in the "OFF" position, the unit is not completely disconnected from the mains. Remove the plug from the main electrical outlet if you will not be using the unit for an extended period of time. Place the unit so the plug can be easily removed.

Installation

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.

Fit the dust cover

1 Hold the dust cover with both hands and insert it into the dust cover fitting parts ( 11) on the player.

• 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.

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.

Rainy season
- 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).

Adjustment

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".

1 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 weight

Balanced and the tone arm is parallel to the turntable.

The balance weight is too far forward.

The balance weight is too far back.

Preparation

• First, remove the dust cover.
• Return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp.

1 Turn the stylus pressure control until "0" comes to the center line of the rear of the tone arm.

• Hold the balance weight still while doing this.

Stylus pressure control

Hold here to turn

Balance weight:

Center line

Arm clamp

Note

Refer to the user's guide for your stylus for the appropriate stylus pressure.

2 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 center line points to the appropriate stylus pressure.

Anti-skating

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

Note

• For stylus pressures 3g and above, adjust anti-skating control to "3".

Adjustment (continued)

Tone arm height

Make this adjustment only if the cartridge you are using makes it necessary.

Preparation

Put a record on the turntable.

1 Release the arm lock.

Arm lock

2 Adjust the height with the arm-height control ring.

Adjust the arm height until the tone arm becomes parallel to the record.

① Use the chart below as reference to find the appropriate position mark for the height of your cartridge.

(For supplied head shell)

H C H	Cartridge height (H) in millimeters	Height control position
	17	0
	18	1
	19	2
	20	3
	21	4
	22	5
	23	6

② Turn the arm-height control ring to align the position mark with the index line. 0 to 6mm are marked on the arm height control ring.

3 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.

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).

Attention

• 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.

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.

1 Check the armlift height (distance between the stylus tip and record surface). If adjustment is needed, go to step 2.
The armlift height is factory-adjusted to 8 to 13mm (5 / 16^ to 33 / 64^ )

2 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.

Adjusting the turntable startup/ brake speed

• Press the center of the button lightly.

Startup speed

You can select from three options of the time for the turntable to reach the constant speed after [START-STOP] is pressed.

Press the H button to increase the torque (the power required to rotate) and shorten the time to stabilize rotation. (The factory setting is [3]: highest.)

① The confirmation lamp blinks the specified number of times according to the current setting when you press the H or L torque button.

To change the setting, press the H or L torque button while the lamp is lit two seconds.

③ 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 time for the turntable to stop after [START-STOP] is pressed. (You can change the brake power.) (The factory setting is [5]: fastest.)

① The confirmation lamp blinks the specified number of times according to the current setting when you press the F or S brake button.

To change the setting, press the F or S brake button while the lamp is lit two seconds.

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.

Playing records

Preparation

1 Put a record (not included) on the turntable.
2 Take off the stylus cover and release the arm clamp.

1 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.

Strobe light

2 Press [START-STOP]. The turntable starts revolving.

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.

3 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.

• Fine adjustment to pitch ( 24)

4 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.

To temporarily stop play

Lift the cue lever.

• The stylus lifts off the record.
• To start play again, lower the cue lever.

When play finishes

① Lift the cue lever, return the tone arm to the arm rest and lower the cue lever.
② Press [START-STOP]. The electronic brake gently stops the turntable.
③ Turn ON/OFF to turn the unit off.
④ Clamp the tone arm with the arm clamp.
⑤ Put the stylus cover back on (to protect the stylus tip).

To light up the stylus

The stylus tip is illuminated during play.

Press the stylus light switch.

• The stylus light (white LED) rises up and illuminates the stylus.
• 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

• Press the speed select button [45] ([45] lights).
• Fit the EP record adaptor over the center 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.
  Maximum weight: 1kg

Pitch control (fine adjustment to pitch)

1 Press [RESET] to turn off the blue LED light.
2 Press the pitch range select button to select the pitch range.

• [×2] light on: ±16 %
• [ × 2 ] light off: ±8%

3 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 on: Fixed to the preset value.
• Blue LED off: Can be adjusted with [PITCH ADJ].

To measure pitch

The four rows of strobe mirrors around the edge of the turntable can assist you in measuring pitch.

Strobe mirrors

+6.4% change in pitch when stationary
b+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 stationary

Attention

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.

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.

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.

Troubleshooting guide

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 power supply cord 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. ( 16)
• 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 power supply cord near the stereo connection cable? Separate the appliances and their AC power supply cord 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.

① Turn [ON/OFF] to OFF.
② Pull out the power plug, wait for three seconds, and then insert the plug again.
③ 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.

Specifications

General
Power supply AC 1	20V, 60 Hz
Power consumption	11 W (Power ON) 0.2 W (Power OFF)
Dimensions (W×H×D)	453 x 173 x 372 mm (17-27/32" × 6-13/16" × 14-21/32")
Mass Approx. 11.5 g (25.4 lbs)
Operating temperature range	0 °C to +40 °C (+32 °F to +104 °F)
Operating humidity range	35 % to 80 % RH (no condensation)
Turntable section
Type Direct drive m manual turntable
Drive method Direct drive
Motor Brushless DC motor
Turntable Aluminium m diecast Diameter: 332 mm (13-5/64") Mass: Approx. 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs) (including a rubber sheet)
Turntable speeds 3	3-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm
Variable range pitch	±8 % and ±16 %
Starting torque 2.2 k g-cm (1.91 lb-in)
Build-up characteristics	0.7 s. from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm
Braking system Electronic brake
Wow and flutter 0	025 % W.R.M.S. (JIS C5521)
Rumble 78 dB (IEC)	98A weighted)

Tone arm section
Type Static Balance
Effective length 23	0 mm (9-1/16")
Overhang 15 mm	(19/32")
Tracking error angle	Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 30 cm (12") record) Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 30 cm (12") record)
Offset angle 22°
Arm-height adjustment range	0 - 6 mm (0" - 15/64")
Stylus pressure adjustment range	0 - 4 g (direct reading)
Head shell weight	Approx. 7.6 g
Applicable cartridge weight range	(Without the auxiliary weight) 5.6 to 12.0 g 14.3 to 20.7 g (including the head shell) (With the auxiliary weight) 10.0 to 16.4 g 18.7 to 25.1 g (including the head shell)
Head shell terminal lug	1.2 mm φ 4-pin terminal lug

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

Technics Products - Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only)

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.

Product or Part Name Parts Lab
Technics Network Audio Amplifier	3 (three) years	3 (three) years
Technics Music Server
Technics CD Stereo System
Technics Turntable System

During the "Labor" warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is".

Mail-In Service-Online Repair Request

Online Repair Request

To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at

http://shop.panasonic.com/support

When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES. RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits and Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER

SL-1200GR/SL-1210GR

SERIAL NUMBER

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTY EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER "LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE".

THE WARRANTYOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.

(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTYES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to:

Consumer Affairs Department

Panasonic Corporation of North America

661 Independence Pky

Chesapeake, VA 23320

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

TECHNICS PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

Technics Network Audio Amplifier 3 (three) years parts and labour

Technics Music Server 3 (three) years parts and labour

Technics CD Stereo System 3 (three) years parts and labour

Technics Turntable System 3 (three) years parts and labour

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Technics brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold "as is", and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTYES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page on:

www.panasonic.ca/english/support

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

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Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770, Ambler Drive, Mississauga (Ontario) L4W 2T3

PRODUIT TECHNICS - GARANTIE LIMITEE

Panasonic Corporation of North America

Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

http://www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive,

Mississauga, Ontario,

L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.com