Technics SL-1200G User Manual

Before use Getting started
Playing back
Maintenance
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Before use
Safety precautions ................................................................ 6
Accessories ........................................................................... 9
Parts Name ......................................................................... 10
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Getting started
Putting the player together ................................................. 11
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Attaching the cartridge .......................................... 11
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Fitting the turntable ............................................... 13
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Fitting the turntable mat ........................................ 13
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Attaching the head shell ......................................... 13
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Attaching the balance weight ................................. 13
Connections and installation ............................................... 14
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Connecting to an integrated amplifier or
component system ................................................. 14
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Installation ............................................................. 15
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Fit the dust cover .................................................... 15
Adjustment ......................................................................... 16
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Horizontal balance ................................................. 16
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Stylus pressure ....................................................... 16
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Anti-skating ............................................................ 17
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Tone arm height ..................................................... 18
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Armlift height ......................................................... 19
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Adjusting the turntable startup/brake speed .......... 19
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Playing back
Playing records .................................................................... 20
Pitch control (fine adjustment to pitch) ................................ 22
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Maintenance
Maintenance ....................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting guide ........................................................ 24
Updating the firmware ........................................................ 24
Specifications ...................................................................... 25
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Technics SL-1200G Specifications

General

Drive Method	Direct Drive
Type	Manual Turntable
Motor	Coreless Direct Drive Motor
Tonearm Effective Length	230 mm
Tonearm Overhang	15 mm
Rumble	78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
Turntable Platter	Aluminum Die-cast
Wow and Flutter	0.025% WRMS
Tonearm Type	Static Balance
Cartridge Weight Range	5.6g to 12.0g (without auxiliary weight)
Speed	33 1/3 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM
Dimensions	453 x 173 x 372 mm
Weight	18 kg
Power Supply	AC 120V, 60Hz