Pioneer PL-12D User Manual

ASSEMBLY
The turntable platter and precision parts are packed separate-
ly from the wooden base in the same packing case.
When you unpack the packing case, take them out with care
so as not to scratch or break them, and assemble them as
follows:
REMOVING THE TONEARM PACKING
Check and remove the accessories stored in the polystyrol
packing on the tonearm. Then remove the packing. Access-
ories stored there : (Fig. 3)
1. Motor pulley 2. EP record adaptor 3. Small screwdriver
4. Lubricator
5. Weight plate, etc.
TONEARM PACKING
Fig. 3
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CHASSIS SUSPENSION
For protection during shipment, the chassis is secured to the
base with the three red screws. These must be removed before
assembling the turntable. The chassis will then float on its
vibration-absorbing spring suspension (Fig. 4).
MOUNTING OF TURNTABLE PLATTER
The turntable platter and rubber mat are packed separately.
Take them out. First put the turntable on the center shaft.
After the drive belt has been set on the motor pulley, place
the rubber mat on the platter (Fig. 5).
SETTING THE BELT ON THE MOTOR PULLEY
Set the speed selector lever to the 33 rpm position. Pulling
the ribbon attached to the drive belt, lead the belt through
the belt guide and set it on the smaller diameter portion
(the upper portion) of the motor pulley. After the belt has
been properly set on the motor pulley, remove the ribbon
(Fig. 6).
ATTACHING THE DUST COVER
1. Hold dust cover vertically (Fig. 7 A).
2. From behind, slip cut-outs in cover hinges over pegs on
base hinges.
3. Push dust cover about 1/3 in. to the right (as seen from
the back) to secure hinges (Fig. 7 B).
Fig. 5
RIBBON
DRIVE BELT
Fig. 6

Pioneer PL-12D Specifications

General

Drive System	Belt Drive
Motor	4-pole synchronous motor
Speeds	33 1/3 and 45 rpm
Cartridge Weight Range	4 to 10g
Weight	6.5kg
Type	Manual turntable
Effective Arm Length	221mm
Overhang	15.5mm
Cartridge	Not included
Platter	300mm aluminum die-cast
Tonearm	Static-balanced type, S-shaped pipe arm