Sony PS-LX230 User Manual

PS-LX230C
with PS-LX-230.
VL-45G cartridge is supplied with PS-LX230C, while VL-42G
cartridge is supplied with PS-L X231. Cartridge is not supplied
PS-LX230:
US Model
PS-LX230C:
US Model
Canadian Model
PS-LX231:
AEP Model!
UK Model
E Model!
PS-LX231
SPECIFICATIONS
Tumtable
Platter 30.0 cm (12 in.), aluminum-alloy diecast
Motor DC servo motor
Drive system Belt drive
Controlsystem §DCservocontrol system
Speed 3341/3 rom, 45 rpm
Starting characteristics
Comes to nominal speed within
1/2 rotation (334/3 rpm)
Wow and flutter 0.045% (WRMS), + 0.06% (DIN)
Signal-to-noise ratio
70 dB (DIN-B)
Automatic system
Return, reject
Suspension system
High elasticity gel insulator
Tonearm
Type PS-LX230/230C: Statically balanced
PS-LX231: Dynamically balanced
Pivot-to stylus length |
216.5 mm (83/2 in.)
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY SHADING AND MARK
A ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN THE
PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION.
REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS
WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS
MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY.
Cartridge
PS-LX230: Not supplied
PS-LX230C: VL-45G
Type Moving magnet type
Frequency response
20Hz to 20 kHz
Channel separation
20 dB at 1 kHz
Output voltage 3.5mVat1kHz,5cm/sec., 45°
Loadimpedance 50 to 100 kilohms
Tracking force 1.259
Stylus Sony ND-145G
(conical 0.6 mil diamond)
Weight 6g
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Sony PS-LX230 Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	PS-LX230
Category	Turntable
Language	English

Summary

Specifications

Turntable Specifications

Details turntable platter, motor, drive system, speed, and starting characteristics.

Cartridge Specifications

Provides information on cartridge type, frequency response, channel separation, and output voltage.

Tonearm Specifications

Covers tonearm type, pivot-to-stylus length, wow/flutter, and signal-to-noise ratio.

Safety Component Warning

General and Safety Specifications

Power & Physical Specifications

Details power requirements for different regions, consumption, dimensions, and weight.

Leakage Test Procedure

Outlines the AC leakage test for exposed metal parts and measurement methods.

Function of Controls

Turntable Control Functions

Explains the purpose and operation of the turntable's main controls.

Tonearm Control Functions

Describes tonearm controls including tracking force and anti-skating compensator.

Tracking Force and Anti-Skating Adjustment

Fine Tracking Force Adjustment

Guide on adjusting the vertical force applied to the stylus for accurate groove tracing.

Anti-Skating Compensator Adjustment

Instructions for setting the anti-skating compensator based on stylus movement direction.

Disassembly Procedures

Bottom Plate Disassembly

Steps for removing the bottom plate, including screw details.

Arm Section Disassembly

Instructions for removing and disassembling the tonearm assembly.

Motor Removal

Procedure for the removal of the turntable's main motor unit (M101).

Arm Pipe Removal Procedures

Arm Pipe Removal (PS-LX230/LX230C)

Specific steps for disassembling the arm pipe on PS-LX230 and PS-LX230C models.

Arm Pipe Removal (PS-LX231)

Specific steps for disassembling the arm pipe on the PS-LX231 model.

Adjustments

Speed Adjustment (Stroboscope)

How to adjust turntable speed using a stroboscope board and speed selection.

Speed Adjustment (Test Record)

How to adjust turntable speed using a test record and frequency measurement.

Calibration and Fine Adjustments

Stylus Height Calibration

Procedure for adjusting the stylus height to meet specification.

Automatic Return Position Calibration

Steps for setting the tonearm's automatic return timing.

Diagrams and Layouts

Component Mounting Diagram

Illustrates the physical layout and mounting of key components.

Semiconductor Lead Layouts

Visual guides showing the pin configurations of semiconductor devices.

Schematic Diagrams

System Schematic Diagram

Detailed circuit diagram of the entire turntable system.

Exploded Views and Parts List

Exploded Views and Parts List Overview

Provides a comprehensive overview of parts and their exploded views for identification.

Detailed Exploded Views

Arm Assembly Exploded View

Detailed exploded diagram of the turntable's arm assembly components.

Tonearm and Head Shell Exploded View

Exploded diagram focusing on the tonearm and head shell parts.

Arm Assembly Parts List

Arm Assembly Component Details

Specific part numbers and descriptions for components within the arm assembly.

Electrical and Accessory Parts Lists

Electrical Components List

Lists electrical parts such as capacitors, resistors, semiconductors, and motors.

Accessory and Packing Materials

Lists included accessories and packing materials for the turntable.