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Pioneer PL-520 User Manual

Pioneer PL-520
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Pioneer PL-520 Specifications

Motor and Turntable IconMotor and Turntable
motor typeDC servomotor (8 pole 24 slot)
turntable platter diameter330 mm
inertial mass200 kg-cm?
Speed and Control IconSpeed and Control
speeds33-1/3 and 45 rpm
speed control range22%
wow and flutterLess than 0.03% (WRMS)
Tonearm Specifications IconTonearm Specifications
tonearm typeStatic-balance type, S-shaped pipe arm
effective arm length221 mm
overhang155 mm
Power IconPower
power requirementsAC 110V/120V/220V/240V~ (switchable), 50/60Hz
power consumption8 W
output voltage2.5 mV (1kHz, 50mm/s Peak Velocity, LAT)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
dimensions460(W) x 395(D) x 171(H) mm
dimensions (inches)18-1/8(W) x 15-9/16(D) x 6-3/4(H) in
weight8.5 kg/18 lb

Summary

PL-520 FEATURES

Brushless DC Servomotor

Features a high-precision phonomotor with Hall elements for accurate speed control and high inertia platter.

High-Sensitivity S-Shaped Tonearm

Features excellent trackability with built-in lateral balance and anti-skating mechanisms for precise stylus tracking.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

Environmental and Placement Guidelines

Crucial advice on avoiding direct sunlight, dust, vibration, and proximity to amplifiers to prevent damage.

ADJUSTING THE TONEARM

Level Balance Adjustment

How to balance the tonearm by adjusting the counterweight for horizontal alignment.

Tracking Force Setting

Method for adjusting the stylus tracking force using the calibrated scale on the tonearm bar.

ANTI-SKATING ADJUSTMENT

STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS

OPERATION: PLATTER SPEED ADJUSTMENT

Using Strobe Dots for Speed Fine-Tuning

Guide on using strobe calibration dots and fine adjustment knobs to set accurate platter speeds.

OPERATION: PLAYBACK MODES

OPERATION: ADVANCED PLAYBACK

Operational Precautions

Important warnings regarding record size selection, stylus cleaning, vibration, and tonearm handling.

ADJUSTING STYLUS DESCENT POSITION

Procedure for Stylus Descent Adjustment

Steps to adjust the stylus descent position using the adjusting screw for accurate track landing.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Common Symptoms and Remedies

Table outlining common operational issues, possible causes, and suggested solutions for the turntable.

SPECIFICATIONS

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