Technics SLP 1200 Owners Manual

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Technics

Compact Disc Player

SL-P1200

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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DIGITAL AUDIO

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE 0R ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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Thank you for purchasing the SL-P1200.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Technics. The Science of Sound. welcomes the challenge of
new audio technologies and brings you a multitude of world-
renowned. high-quality audio components.

Like our stereo high-speed editing cassette decks with dbx'.
Computer Drive New Class A receivers. quartz drive linear
tracking turntables. and revolutionary Honeycomb Disc speak-
ers. All are backed by our time-honored commitment to imagine.
lion. value and quality.

Technics captures the power of new ideas and turns them into
realities-with digital Compact Disc players that bring the search
for perfect sound to Inrition. And AN receivers that can integrate
both audio and video technologies to forever alter the home
entertainment system.

The Technics list of advanced audio components continues.
From digital PCM processors. quartz tuners and preamps to the
world's first touch-sensitive graphic equalizer. Technlce Is a
shining example of audio technology at its best-ready to take
you to new dimensions in sound.

'dbx is a registered trademark of dbx, Inc.

The model number and serial number of this product can be
found either on the back or bottom of the unit.

Please note them in the space provided below and retain this
booklet as a permanent record of your purchase to aid
identification in the event of theft.

MODEL NUMBER: SL-P1200
SERIAL NUMBER:

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT UPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol.
within an equilateral triangle. is Intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
acc0mpanying the appliance.

Caution

This product utilizes a laser.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein
may result In hazardous radiation exposure.

Contents

Accessories .......................................... 2
Product service ...................................... 2
Before use .......................................... 3
Suggestions for safety ................................ 3
Concerning compact discs ............................ 4
Installation .......................................... 4
Connections .......................................... 5
Front panel controls .................................. 6-7
Front panel controls and their functions .................. 8-9
Before starting disc play ................................ 10
Playing a disc ...................................... t1~20
Using the remote control unit (included) ................ 21 -23
Notes and maintenance .............................. . . 24
Technical specifications ................................ 25
Diagrams and cross section of the SL.P1200 ............. 26
Troubleshooting gulde ................................ 27

Accessories

Stereo connection cable ................................ 1
Remote control unit ...................................... 1
Batteries .............................................. 2

Product service

I Warning concerning removal of covers

The unit should be serviced by qualified technicians only. No
service information is provided for customers. Your product is
designed and manufactured to ensure a minimum of mainte-
nance. However. should your unit ever require service. a
nationwide system of factory servicenlers andAUTHOFlIZED
INDEPENDENT SERVICENTERS is maintained to support your
product's warranty.

(in the U.S.A.. call 1-800-447-4700 to locate the MSC Authorized
Servicenter nearest you.)

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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