SL1200MK7 - Turntable TECHNICS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SL1200MK7 TECHNICS

Getting started Putting the player together ...........................09

Connecting to a pre-main amplifier or component system / Connecting to a mixer .............................12

Operation settings ( LED color setting / Reverse playback setting / 78 rpm setting / Torque setting / Brake setting) ...............17

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

00)”. - The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. If you have any questions, visit: U.S.A.: http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/ support (U.S. customers only) Features Introduction Coreless direct drive motor for high torque and reliability

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 digital control method improves tracking and accuracy, allowing for accurate and stable pitch control. High-precision bearings for highly sensitive tone arm

The machine-cut, high-precision bearing used in the tone arm bearing with gimbal suspension allows for improved tracking, making skating less likely even during the most intense performances. Vibration-cutting highly rigid cabinet and high-damping insulator

This unit is designed to not only deliver high-quality sound and high feedback resistance, but also to efficiently cut off external vibration in very loud environments. Functions to deliver a wide range of performances

Allows for torque and brake speed adjustment.

Allows for reverse playback.

Warning Caution 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. 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.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 asradiators, 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 twoblades 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. 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 10 mm (

”) 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. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb04SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb04 2020/12/1819:22:342020/12/1819:22:34Before use English (05)

The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. Conforms to UL STD 62368-1. Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.62368-1. 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.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. CAUTION 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. RISK

SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION : 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. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 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. Supplier's Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Technics Model No.: SL-1200MK7 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb05SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb05 2020/12/1819:22:342020/12/1819:22:34English (06)

Accessories In order to prevent damage during shipping some of the equipment has been disassembled. Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Some accessories parts are supplied in a bag.) Turntable (1 pc.) (TYL0333) Slipmat (1 pc.) (TBMX5361) Slip sheet (1 pc.) (TBMX5371)

One of each is provided with the unit. The slip sheet is a thin, transparent sheet. Be careful not to throw it away by mistake. Dust cover (1 pc.) (TTFA0584) Technics label (1 pc.) (TBMA7331) EP record adaptor (1 pc.) SL-1200MK7PS:(TPH0340) SL-1200MK7PP:(TPH0339) Balance weight (1 pc.) SL-1200MK7PS:(TYL0361) SL-1200MK7PP:(TYL0295) Head shell (1 pc.) (TYL0331) Screw set for cartridge (1 set) (TTV0022-A)

The model numbers of the accessories are as of January 2021. 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 power supply cord, PHONO cable and PHONO earth lead except the supplied one.

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

The LED lamps can be set to blue or red with the LED color setting. (Factory setting Red) (

Putting the player together Attaching the cartridge 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

Tighten the screw for cartridge.

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

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

to store the head shell with the cartridge attached, or to store the head shell temporarily removed to replace the cartridge and the like. It allows you to prevent cartridge and/or stylus failure or trouble due to head shell overturning.

Depending on the cartridge type, attaching the dust cover (

is stored in the head shell stand with the cartridge attached may cause the dust cover to touch and break the cartridge. Be sure the head shell is not stored in the head shell stand when attaching the dust cover.

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. Screw for cartridgeHead shellLead wire Nuts Washers(Lead wire) (Terminal) Red

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

Be careful not to touch the stylus tip.

Move the cartridge to adjust the overhang in such a way that the stylus tip is at 52 mm from the head shell mounting end, as shown in the figure below. 52 mmStylus tip Attention

When performing scratching (including reverse play), use a cartridge and stylus for DJs. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb09SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb09 2020/12/1819:22:372020/12/1819:22:37English (10)

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.

Before setting up, put on the stylus guard to protect the stylus tip, return the tone arm to the arm rest and fix it with the arm clamp.

Do not connect the AC power supply cord 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.

Front side (Printed side): Record mounting face

Attention Handle carefully as this is heavy. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb10SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb10 2020/12/1819:22:372020/12/1819:22:37Getting started English (11)

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. Fitting the turntable

Slowly set the turntable on the center spindle. 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. 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 To remove the turntable 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. Fitting the slipmat

Lay the slipmat and slip sheet on the turntable.

A record on the rotating turntable can be stopped manually as well as rotated in reverse.

When performing scratching (including reverse play), use a cartridge and stylus for DJs. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb11SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb11 2020/12/1819:22:372020/12/1819:22:3712 English (12) Connecting to a pre-main amplifier or component system / Connecting to a mixer Connections and installation

Turn off all units and disconnect the AC power supply cord from the socket 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.

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 power supply cord.

Confirm the wattage of the AC outlet on the connected equipment before using it for this unit. For the power consumption of this unit, see the specifications. (

PHONO Amplifier (not included)AC power supply cordBack of main unitBack of main unitAudio mixerBack of main unitTo a household mains socketPHONO cable/PHONO earth leadPHONO earth lead Refer to the operating instructions of the audio mixer sold separately.PHONO cablePHONO cableAttention Tighten the PHONO earth terminal using a Phillips head screwdriver. 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. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb12SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb12 2020/12/1819:22:382020/12/1819:22:38Getting started English (13)

Notes for installation

Before you move the unit, turn the unit off, pull out the power plug and disconnect all connected devices.

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 the installation location is sufficiently strong to withstand the total weight of the unit and system. (

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). 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 Reduces the height Increases the height 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.

While holding the dust cover from both sides, put it in place by aligning its four corners with the four corners of the unit.

When removing, lift the dust cover straight up. Attention

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

Remove the dust cover while playing.

when attaching the dust cover. If the dust cover is attached with the stylus light raised, it may touch the dust cover. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb13SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb13 2020/12/1819:22:402020/12/1819:22:4014 English (14) 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 center line of the rear of the tone arm.

Hold the balance weight still while doing this. Preparation

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

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 clampCenter 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.

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 center line points to the appropriate stylus pressure. Center line Balance weight Hold here to turn Turns together

and above, adjust anti-skating control to “3”.

When performing scratching (including reverse play), adjust the anti-skating control depending on the scratch movements to perform to reduce skating. Note SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb15SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb15 2020/12/1819:22:412020/12/1819:22:41English (16) Tone arm height Adjustment (continued)

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.

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

Put a record on the turntable.

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

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)(Released) (Locked)Arm lock

When performing scratching (including reverse play), adjust the arm-height control ring depending on the scratch movements to perform to reduce skating. Note Preparation SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb16SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb16 2020/12/1819:22:422020/12/1819:22:42Getting started

English (17) 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. Operation settings Allows for LED color setting, reverse playback setting, 78 rpm setting, torque setting and brake setting. Turn the unit off and pull out the power plug. Adjust as desired by setting the switches with a fine Phillips head screwdriver and the like.

TQ1 TQ2 BK1 BK2 12345678Allows you to select red or blue for the color of the strobe light, speed select buttons, pitch range select button and RESET LED lamp. Switch no.: 1 (LED) Red OFF (Factory setting) Blue

LED color setting Allows you to disable or enable reverse playback. (

19) 78 rpm setting Allows you to select from four levels of strength to adjust the torque.Switch no.: 5 (TQ1) Switch no.: 6 (TQ2) High

OFF ON OFF (Factory setting) OFF (Factory setting) Low

OFF (Factory setting) OFF (Factory setting) ON OFF Low

ON ONAllows you to select from four levels of brake strength to stop the turntable after [START-STOP] is pressed. Brake setting Switch no.

Return the tone arm to the arm rest, clamp it with the arm clamp and while pressing the armlift down with your finger, turn the screw to adjust the height.

Turning the screw clockwise lowers the armlift.

Turning the screw anti-clockwise raises the armlift.

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 Center 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.

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

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

Fine adjustment to pitch (

To temporarily stop play Lift the cue lever.

The stylus lifts off the record.

To start play again, lower the cue lever.

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 light Press the stylus light.

Press down the stylus light to turn off the light.

When playing EP records

Fit the EP record adaptor over the center spindle.

When playing SP (78 rpm) records

Enable 78 rpm with the 78 rpm setting

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.

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

Enable reverse playback with the Reverse playback setting (

Simultaneously press the turntable speed select button or buttons ([33], [45] or [33] and [45]) and [START-STOP] while the turntable is rotating.

Reverse playback starts at the turntable speed selected by pressing the speed select button or buttons.

Pressing [START-STOP] again after pressing [START-STOP] during reverse playback starts normal playback.

Simultaneously pressing the turntable speed select button or buttons and [START-STOP] with the turntable stopped starts reverse playback. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb19SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb19 2020/12/1819:22:442020/12/1819:22:44English (20) 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 (LED lighting) synchronized with the precise frequency of the digital control. Always use this LED lighting to measure the pitch.

Press [RESET] to turn off the RESET LED lamp.

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

RESET 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 rpm) when stationary -3.3 % change in pitch when stationaryStrobe mirrors

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 when it is in place. Doing so may cause the tone arm to be attracted towards the dust cover as a result of the generated static electricity. Be sure the dust cover is removed while playing a record.

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 slipmat 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 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. (

12) 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. (

12) 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. (

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. (

12) The indicator on the speed select button [33] or [45] blinks. Perform the following operations when the indicator on the speed select button [33] or [45] 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 indicator on the speed select button blinks again, check which one is blinking and contact our service representative. Troubleshooting guide SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb22SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb22 2020/12/1819:22:452020/12/1819:22:45Maintenance English (23) Specifications

General Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption

(Including slipmat and slip sheet) Turntable speed 33-

rpm, 45 rpm (with switch 78 rpm) Adjust range ±8, ±16 % Starting torque 1.8 k

rpm Braking system Electronic brake Wow and flutter 0.025 % WRMS Tone arm section Type Static Balance Effective length 230 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 Stylus pressure adjustment range 0 – 4

(direct reading) Head shell weight Approx. 7.6

Applicable cartridge weight range

(without auxiliary weight)

(including the head shell) Shell terminal ø1.2 mm 4 pin terminal Specifications are subject to change without notice. SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb23SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb23 2020/12/1819:22:452020/12/1819:22:45English (24)

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) 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.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 RequestOnline Repair RequestTo submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/supportWhen 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 ExclusionsThis 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.THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.THE WARRANTOR 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 WARRANTIES, 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 Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. for all your Technics gear Go to http://shop.panasonic.com/support Get everything you need to get the most out of your Technics products Accessories & Parts for your Camera, Phone, A/V products, TV, Computers & Networking, Personal Care, Home Appliances, Headphones, Batteries, Backup Chargers & more… Customer Services Directory For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Parts, Owner’s Manuals, Dealer and Service info go to http://shop.panasonic.com/support For the hearing or speech impaired TTY: 1- 877-833-8855 Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only) Technics Products – Limited Warranty 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.

SERIAL NUMBER SL-1200MK7 As of January 2021 Product or Part Name Parts Labor Technics Turntable System (SL-1200MK7) 2(two)years 2(two)years Panasonic Corporation of North America Consumer Affairs Department 8th Fl. Two Riverfront Plaza Newark NJ 07102-5490 SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb24SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb24 2020/12/1819:22:452020/12/1819:22:45Maintenance English (25) Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

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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. 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 REQUIREDLIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONSThis 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 WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES 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 SERVICEFor product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page on:www.panasonic.ca/english/supportIF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRECarefully 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. Technics Turntable System(SL-1200MK7)2 (two) years parts and labour SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb25SL-1200MK7PPPS201218.indb25 2020/12/1819:22:462020/12/1819:22:46Français