Technics SL-L3 User Manual

Suggestions for safety
Before using this unit, be sure to read applicable items of the
operating instructions and these safety suggestions carefully;
afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Take special
care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as
in the operating instructions.
1. Avoid places where there is water or humidity.
Do not use this unit near a bathtub, wash basin, swimming
pool, or the like. Damp basements should also be avoided.
2. Do not allow water or any foreign object to get inside this
unit.
Do not place small metal objects or anything containing
liquid on or near the unit.
3. Avoid placement of the unit where it will be exposed to the
direct rays of the sun, or where ventilation is inadequate.
Do not place this unit in a bookcase or between cabinets,
unless proper ventilation is provided, or where curtains or
furniture may obstruct the ventilation holes.
4. Place this unit away from heat-emitting appliances.
Never place this unit on or near a radiator, heat register,
stove, or any other heat-emitting equipment (including
amplifiers).
5. Placement
Place the unit ona stable, vibration-free, level shelf or stand.
6. Use of a cart or stand.
When deciding on a cart or stand, be sure to use only with
the cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Check the voltage rating of this unit before connecting the
unit to a power source.
Be sure to connect the unit only to the type of power source
indicated in the operating instructions, or as indicated on
the unit itself.
8. Care of the power cord and plug.
Take care that the cord is not bent sharply (especially near
its connection to the unit or near the plug), that nothing is
placed on it, and that it is not pinched or crushed or frayed.
Never take hold of the plug or cord if your hand is wet, and
always be sure to grasp the plug body when connecting or
disconnecting it.
9. If the unit will not be used for an extended period of time.
Be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
10. Maintenance
Refer to the operating instructions for details.
11. Never attempt repairs yourself:
(a) If the power cord or plug is damaged.
(b) If a foreign object has fallen or liquid has spilled into it.
(c) If the unit has been exposed to rain.
(d) If the unit does not function normally, or if operation
shows a distinct change in performance.
(e) Ifthe unit has been dropped and the cabinet or chassis is
damaged.
Unplug the power cord and have it checked by a qualified
technician (or the dealer from whom the unit was purchased
or the nearest service center).
12. Repairs
Except for adjustments explained in the operating instruc-
tions, do not attempt any repairs yourself. Be sure to re-
quest service from a qualified technician (or your dealer or
nearest service center).
Specifications
@ General
Power supply: For Australia: AC 240 V, 50 Hz
For continental Europe:
AC 220 V, 50 Hz
For others: ~ 110-127/220-240 Vv,
50 or 60 Hz
—14—
Power consumption:
Dimensions:
(W XH X D)
Weight:
B Turntable section
Type:
Features:
Drive method:
Motor:
Drive control method:
Turntable platter:
Turntable speeds:
Wow and flutter:
For Australia: 14 W
For continental
Europe: 16 W
For others: 16 W
43 X9x 35cm
(Maximum height when the dust
cover is open)
39 cm
5.2 kg
Quartz direct drive
Automatic turntable system
Auto start/Auto lead-in
Auto return/Auto stop
Repeat play
Program play
Direct music select play
Forward and backward skip play
Forward and backward search play
Auto size select
Record presence detection
Direct drive
Brushless DC motor
Quartz-phase-locked control
Aluminum die-cast
Diameter 30 cm (12”)
33-1/3 rpm and 45 rpm
Auto speed select
(Manual selection possible)
0.012% WRMS*
0.025% WRMS (JIS C5521)
+0.035% peak
(IEC 98A Weighted)
*Measured by obtaining the signal from the built-in
frequency generator of the motor assembly.
Rumble:
@ Tonearm section
Type:
Effective length:
Tracking error angle:
Effective mass:
Resonance frequency:
Tonearm drive motor:
Stylus pressure:
Phono cable
capacitance:
@ Cartridge section
Model No.:
Type:
Magnetic circuit:
Frequency response:
Output voltage:
Channel separation:
Channel balance:
Recommended load
impedance:
Compliance (dynamic):
Stylus pressure range:
Weight:
Replacement stylus:
—56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted)
—78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
Linear tracking tonearm
4-pivot gimbal suspension
10.5 cm (4-1/8”)
Within +0.1°
9 g (including cartridge)
12 Hz
DC motor
1.25 g (fixed)
90 pF
EPC-P33
Moving magnet stereo cartridge
(Tap
All laminated core
40 Hz ~ 50 kHz
20 Hz ~ 10 kHz+1 dB
2.5 mV at 1 kHz, 5 cm/s. zero to
peak lateral velocity
(7 mV at 1 kHz, 10 cm/s. zero to
peak 45° velocity [DIN 45 500])
22 dB at 1 kHz
Within 1.8 dB at 1 kHz
47 kN~100 kQ
12X10 ®cm/dyne at 100 Hz
1.25+0.25 g (12.542.5 mN)
6 g (cartridge only)
EPS-33ES (Elliptical)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.

Technics SL-L3 Specifications

General

Brand	Technics
Model	SL-L3
Category	Turntable
Language	English