Technics SL-L3

In order to avoid damage due to vibration or shock incurred
during shipment, this unit is packed with protective materials
@ . @. O and @. Be sure to remove these before use.
Keep these materials for reuse should it become necessary to
transport the turntable again.
1. Remove turntable spacers Qi) ~ GB . (Fig. 1)
2. Pull off the tonearm protection spacer @. (Fig. 1)
3. Remove tape on side of cartridge @. (Fig. 1)
(This prevents the stylus assembly from shaking loose
during shipment.)
Fig. 1
4. Put the turntable mat on after you have completed the set-
up. (Use only the supplied turntable mat.)
Do not stand this unit on its side or turn it upside
down when making connections as the turntable
mat could come loose and damage the stylus.
Placement
@ Place the unit ina stable and horizontal position where there
is little or no vibration.
@™ Place the unit away from the speakers so that it will be
subject to as little direct sound radiation as possible.
@ Donotuse orstore this unit where it will be exposed to dust,
dirt, high humidity or high temperature. Do not place it near
heaters.
@ Place it in a well-ventilated location.
@ Do not use under direct sunlight, spotlights, or other ex-
tremely bright light sources.
@ Do not place it near or on top of a power amplifier, since
power amplifiers radiate much heat.
@ Place the turntable away from the power amplifier to prevent
hum.
Hum may be caused by leakage flux from the transformer in
the power amplifier (or integrated amplifier). Therefore, if
you notice hum, try moving the turntable to a slightly
different location, further away from the amplifier.
M@ If you try to listen to a radio near the turntable while it is
being used, you may hear some interference.
Connections
Precautions
e Make sure your hands are dry when making connections.
e Turn power off to all components before making
connections.
® Be sure to read the operating instructions for all units
connected.
e Ifthe turntable is lifted vertically or turned over, remove the
turntable mat to avoid damage to the stylus.
4. Use the stereo connection cable to connect the turntable to
your amplifier or receiver. Be sure that the white plugs are
connected to the left channel jacks and the red plugs are
connected to the right channel jacks.
2. Plug the ground wire into the turntable’s ground jack and
connect the other end of the wire to the amplifier or
receiver’s ground (GND) screw.
Note that hum may occur if you neglect to connect the
ground wire.
3. Plug the female end of the power cord into the turntable’s AC
IN jack and plug the other end into a wall socket. (Fig. 2)
(The configuration of AC power plug may differ according to
the area.)
This screw adjusts the stylus set-down position at the
beginning of a record.
It has been preset at the factory and should not require
readjustment.
Wall socket
Rear panel of amplifier (option)
Fig. 2
Caution:
Make sure that the turntable’s AC line-voltage selector is
matched to your local voltage before connecting the AC
power plug.
If the pre-selected voltage is different from your local
voltage, turn the AC line-voltage selector with a screwdriver
so that it corresponds to your local voltage.
The AC line-voltage selector is located at the back of the
unit. (See page 2)
fe There is no voltage selector for some countries; the correct
| voltage is already set.
Be sure to disconnect the power cord before setting the AC
line-voltage selector.
lf the power supply in your area is 117V or 120V, set to the
“110V-127V (127V)” position. (For SAUDI ARABIA only)