Panasonic SL-1500 Owners Manual - Page 3

Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.  About descriptions in these operating instructions - Pages to be referred to are indicated as "( 00)". - The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. If you have any questions, visit: U.S.A.: http://shop.panasonic.com/support Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com/ support (U.S. customers only) Features Coreless direct drive motor to achieve high precision, stable rotation and high reliability  Stable rotation is achieved by combining the coreless direct drive motor that reduces minute vibration during rotation with the motor control technology that switches the drive mode depending on the operational status of the motor.  In addition to providing superior performance, the direct drive motor requires no parts replacement or maintenance. High-precision bearings for highly sensitive tone arm  The machine-cut, high-precision bearing used in the tone arm bearing with gimbal suspension allows for high initial response sensitivity and accurate record tracking. Auto lift-up function to automatically lift up the tone arm  This unit is equipped with an auto lift-up function to automatically lift up the tone arm as a record finishes playing. Complete package, including the following, to enjoy playing back records  Built-in phono-equalizer amplifier compatible with a wide range of devices.  High-quality MM type cartridge. Table of contents  Before use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 04 Accessories 07 Parts Name 08  Getting started Putting the player together 10  Before fitting the turntable 11  Fitting the turntable 11  Fitting the turntable mat 11  Attaching the head shell 11  Attaching the balance weight 11  To remove turntable 11 Connections and installation 12  Connecting to an integrated amplifier or component system (Connecting the external output terminals Connecting the PHONO output terminals)...12  Installation 14  Fit the dust cover 14 Adjustment 15  Horizontal balance 15  Stylus pressure 15  Anti-skating 15  Tone arm height 16  Armlift height 17  Playing back Playing records 18  Maintenance Maintenance 20 Replacing the cartridge 21 Troubleshooting guide 22 Specifications 23 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A 24 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)........ 25 03 (03) English Maintenance Playing back Getting started Before use