Technics SP-10 MKIIP

Details on selecting durable material and dimensions for the turntable's base or cabinet.

Guidance on drilling and cutting the base according to installation diagrams and checking dimensions.

Instructions on using screws and protective material during unit installation.

Procedure for removing the motor clamping plate and its screws for transport protection.

Steps for aligning and tightening the turntable platter using supplied screws.

Explains the quartz reference signal generator and its role in controlling the SP-10MKII's speed.

Details how the pitch control circuit varies reference frequency for accurate speed variation.

Describes the frequency divider controlled by the speed selection switch and digital memory.

Explains how the stroboscope lights and circuit shape signals for a sharp strobe image.

Details the integrated frequency generator that converts platter rotation into a frequency.

Explains the phase control circuit's role in locking platter rotation and improving speed stability.

Describes the speed control circuit and its function in maintaining platter rotation speed.

Details the drive circuit's composition and function in maintaining motor rotation and torque.

Explains how the start/stop circuit activates drive and brake circuits for quick stop action.

Describes the mechanical brake actuating circuit and its function in stopping the platter.

Procedure for readjusting oscillating frequency after replacing crystal, capacitors, or Q1108.

Steps to readjust oscillation level after changing transformer T1, aiming for a 10Vp-p sine wave.

Guidance on checking and adjusting phase tracking using an oscilloscope and specific points.

Procedure for readjusting DC output levels for 5V and 32.5V after component replacement.