Technics SLP 3 Owners Manual

Page 1

» WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.

Before operating this product, please read these instructions
completelyt

Technics

Compact Disc Player

SL-P3

Operating Instructions

DIGIT/IL

(WEE?

DIGITAL AUDIO

.Contents

Before using this unit
Nomenclature ..........
Nomenclature and functions
Connections ..............
Concerning compact discs
Playing a disc .............................
Using the remote control unit ...............
Installation ..............
Notes and maintenance
Suggestions for safety .....................
Troubleshooting guide
Features ...... , ........................... . . . .
Specifications .................................

Page 2

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.

Before operating this product. please read these instructions
completely.

Technics

Compact Disc Player

SL-P3

Operating instructions

DlGlT/LILL

filigfi '

DIGITAL AUDIO

,Contents

Before using this unit ................................ 2
Nomenclature
Nomenclature and functions .
Connections ...............
Concerning compact discs .
Playing a disc .............
Using the remote control unit .
installation ...............
Notes and maintenance

Suggestions for safety ................
Troubleshooting guide . . 23
Features... .,..
Specifications

Thank you for purchasing the SL-P3.
For optimum performance and safety. please
read these instructions carefully.

Technics. The science of sound. Our name represents a multitude of
high»quality audio products, in every price range.
From the electronic wizardry of the Ultra-Slim Hi-Fi Component System
to our revolutionary Honeycomb Disc Speakers. Technlcs has grown to
become legendary among audio enthusiasts.
Technics is proud to be an industry innovator in the development of
digital equipment.
Audio fans can choose from a selection of Digital Compact Disc
Players. For those with discriminating taste. Technlcs offers a hi-tech
digital audio cassette recorder. And, our PCM processors can turn your
video cassette recorder into a high performance. dynamic stereo digital
recorder.
Plus. Technrcs pioneered the Honeycomb Disc Speakerithe ultimate
speaker for handling the demands of digital audio.
Our linear tracking and compact linear tracking turntables join the
widely acclaimed belt-drive, direct-drive quartz-locked models. To add
to the illustrious high performance of the turntables. Technics en-
gineers created the Plug-in Cartridge. Eliminating the tedious-
ness of cartridge mounting. it has become an interhatlonal cartridge
mounting system.
Technics engineering is a driving force in the effort to link audio with
video. A prime example is the Slereoplex receiver which delivers
high-quality television sound in simulated stereo.
And. Computer Driven New Class A Circuitry. the worlds first use of a
microcomputer to improve sound quality. in combination with most
Technlcs receivers aids in providing a truly unique and satisfying
listening experience.
Technics Cassette Decks. including the auto-reverse decks. provide
audiophiles with as many as three exceptional noise reduction
systems-Dolby B. Dolby C. and dbx.
The Technics list of high-quality audio products continues. From
multiband equalizers to tuners, pre-amps, microphones. and Hon-
eycomb Disc headphones. Technics is a shining example of audio
technology at its best. Technics is proud of the products it develops. At
Technics. we are constantly trying to improve the efficiency. handing
ease. and performance of all our products to make listening not only a
pleasure. but an experience for all our customers.
Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborator-
ies Licensing Corporation.
de is a registered trademark of dbx. lnc.

RlSK 0F ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

@ CAUTID

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRlC SHOCK. DO NOT
REMOVE SCREWS.
N0 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
accompanying the appliance.

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

Please note the model and serial numbers of this unit in the
space provided and retain this booklet as a permanent record
of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

MODEL NUMBER SL-P3

SERIAL NUMBER

Before using this
unit

1. Place a soft cloth under the unit to protect it
from scratches.
2. Turn the unit upside down.
3. Unlock the two lock screws and the lock shaft
on the bottom of the unit.
4. Loosen the lock screws (turn 5 to 6 times).
5. Turn the lock shaft slowly counterclockwise
(180 degrees).
Notes:
IThe screws and lock shaft can not be removed from the
bottom panel.
0Do not turn the lock shaft farther than the set limits (180
degrees).
Olf you transport the unit again. tighten the two lock screws
and the lock shaft in the reverse order.

Bottom view Soft cloth

OUse a flat blade
screwdriver

NOTE:

IF THE PLAYER rs TRANSPORTED AGAIN. PER-

FORM THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

1) Remove the disc from the disc holder.

2) Tighten the two lock screws and the lock shaft by
reversing the unlocking procedure.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS OR
SHAFT.

CAUTION:

Do not transport the player without the lock screws and

shaft secured. Severe damage will result.

Accessories

Stereo connection cable
Power cord .................................. 1
Remote control unit ............................ l

Caution

This product utilizes a laser.

Use of controls or adjustments or per-
formance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.