Pioneer PL-5 User Manual

Service
AL ETAIEY|
REPAIR
&
ADJUSTMENTS
ORDER
NO.
ART-705-0
STEREO TURNTABLE
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PL-420
MODEL PL-5 COMES IN FOUR VERSIONS DISTINGUISHED AS FOLLOWS:
Voltage Remarks
120V only U.S.A. model (Without cartridge)
120V only Canada model (Without cartridge)
110V—120V/220V—240V (Switchable) | General export model
110V—120V/220V —240V (Switchable) U.S. military model
MODEL PL-420(which is minor change in design from PL-5) COMES IN THREE VERSIONS
DISTINGUISHED AS FOLLOWS:
Voltage Remarks
120V only U.S.A. model
110V—120V/220V—240V (Switchable) General export model (Without dust cover)
110V—120V/220V—240V (Switchable) U.S. military model (Without dust cover)
= This is the service manual for model PL-5/KUT. For servicing of the other types,
please refer to the additional service manual.
= Ce manuel d’instruction se refére au mode de réglage, en francais.
= Este manual de servicio trata del método de ajuste escrito en espanol.
e For the circuit and mechanism descriptions, please refer to the supplement of model
PL-7 service manual (ART-768).
Ne ne at ees
PIONEER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION 4-1. Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153, Japan
U.S. PIONEER ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 8&5 Oxford Drive, Moonachie, New Jersey 07074, U.S.A.
PIONEER ELECTRONIC (EUROPE?) N.V. Luithagen-Haven 9, 2030 Antwerp, Belgium
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 178-164 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia
FU©®MAY 1981 Printicd in Japan
ag era

Pioneer PL-5 Specifications

General

Drive System	Belt drive
Effective arm length	221 mm
Overhang	15.5 mm
Power Supply	AC 120V, 60Hz
Weight	6.5 kg
Speed	33 1/3 and 45 rpm
Platter	Aluminum Die-Cast
Tonearm	Static Balance S-Shaped Tonearm
Cartridge	Moving Magnet
Frequency Response	10 to 25, 000Hz

Summary

Specifications

Motor and Turntable Specs

Details about drive system, motor, platter, speeds, and audio performance.

Tonearm Specifications

Specs for tonearm type, length, overhang, and cartridge weight.

Subfunctions and Miscellaneous Details

Lists automatic features, anti-skating, and general unit dimensions/requirements.

PC-3MC Cartridge and Accessories

Technical details for the PC-3MC cartridge and included accessories.

Front Panel Facilities

Control Switches and Speed Check

Explains START/STOP, REPEAT, DISC SIZE switches and speed check window.

Arm Controls and Components

Details the tonearm, arm elevation lever, anti-skate, and tracking force weight.

Platter and Cabinet Components

Identifies platter, arm rest, cabinet, EP adapter, and dust cover.

Disassembly and Reassembly Procedures

Panel and Base Disassembly

Step-by-step guide for removing main panel and base.

Motor, Tonearm, and Control Mechanism Removal

Procedures for detaching motor, tonearm, and control sections.

Panel and Base Reassembly

Instructions for reassembling the unit after repairs.

Troubleshooting Guide

Lead-in, Repeat, and Auto-Return Faults

Diagnosing problems with initial lead-in, repeat, and auto-return functions.

Repeat Function, Auto-Return, and Motor Issues

Troubleshooting repeated functions, auto-return, and motor operation.

Tonearm, Selector, and Motor Rotation Problems

Resolving issues with tonearm lowering, size selector, and motor not rotating.

Motor Assembly Diagnostics

Detailed troubleshooting for motor assembly faults like not turning or running away.

Reassembly Precautions

Lubrication Areas and Material Selection

Specifies where and what type of lubricants to use on various parts.

Component Attachment and Reassembly Guidelines

Guides on correctly attaching parts like reset plates, levers, and assemblies.

Technical Diagrams and Parts Information

P.C. Boards Connection Diagram

Shows interconnections between circuit boards.

Schematic Diagram

Detailed electrical circuit layout of the turntable.

Block Diagram and Electrical Parts List

Functional block overview and comprehensive component list.

Packing and Exploded Views

Packing Instructions

Guidelines for safely packing the turntable for shipping.

Exterior and Mechanism Exploded Views

Diagrams showing the arrangement of external and internal components.

Adjustments and Calibration

Auto-Return and Arm Elevation Adjustments

Calibrating automatic return and stylus height.

Stylus Landing and Motor Speed Adjustments

Fine-tuning stylus descent and motor operating points.

Model Variations and Specifications

Additional Service Manual Overview

Introduces supplementary manual for different model versions.

Specifications for PL-420/KU and PL-5/R Models

Detailed specs for specific turntable models.

Specifications for PL-5/R/G and PL-420/RF,RF/G Models

Detailed specs for other turntable models.

Miscellaneous Parts Contrast and Power Supply Details

Compares parts and details power supply for various models.

Model-Specific Schematic Diagrams

Schematic Diagram for PL-5/KCT

Electrical schematic specific to the PL-5/KCT model.

Schematics for Other Model Variants

Electrical schematics for PL-5/R,R/G, PL-420/RF,RF/G models.