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Stereo
Turntable System
Owners Record
The model number and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these
numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. PS-LX300USB
Serial No.________________
Operating Instructions
PS-LX300USB
2008 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of
the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths,
curtains, etc. And dont place lighted candles on
the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in
the event of trouble.
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CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modification not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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Table of Contents
About This Manual.....................................................4
Getting Started
Unpacking.......................................................................5
Assembling the Turntable.....................................5
Hooking Up the Turntable....................................7
Operations
Playing a Vinyl Record..............................................8
Recording Audio Tracks on
Your Computer.............................................................9
Additional Information
Precautions.................................................................. 13
Maintenance............................................................... 14
Troubleshooting....................................................... 15
Specifications............................................................. 18
Parts and Controls................................................... 19
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Getting Started
Unpacking
Getting Started
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Hinge pocket
Hinge
Tip
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You can use the turntable leaving the dust cover removed.
In that case, store the cover correctly.
to a wall outlet
Getting Started
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Operations
the stylus.
45 r/min
adaptor
STOP
UP/DOWN
To stop playing
Press the STOP button.
Note
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To pause playing
Operations
Hardware Environment:
Notes
For the operating environment mentioned above,
the turntable is not guaranteed to operate with all
computers.
The turntable is not guaranteed to operate with home
built computers, operating systems that are personally
up-graded or multiple operating systems.
The turntable is not guaranteed to operate with
functions such as system suspend, sleep (stand-by
mode) and hibernation, on all computers.
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Tip
Notes
The turntable is not guaranteed to operate with a USB
Tip
Windows XP
6 Click [OK].
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For
Windows Vista
Operations
[Microphone].
11 Click [OK].
Note
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Additional Information
Precautions
On placement
Place the unit on a level surface.
Avoid placing the unit near electrical
appliances (such as a television, hair dryer, or
fluorescent lamp) which may cause hum or
noise.
Place the unit where it will not be subject
to any vibration, such as from speakers,
slamming of doors, etc.
Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
extremes of temperature, and excessive dust
and moisture.
Note on recording
The recorded music is limited to private
use only. Use of the music beyond this limit
requires permission of the copyright holders.
Additional Information
On safety
Before operating the unit, check that the
operating voltage of your unit is identical with
that of your local power supply.
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not
to be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug.
Never pull the cord itself.
On repacking
Keep the carton and packing materials. They
provide an ideal container to transport the unit.
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Maintenance
Stylus and record care
In order to prevent premature stylus and record
wear, the stylus and record should be cleaned
before playback.
To clean the stylus, brush it from back to front
using a good quality stylus cleaning brush. Do
not clean the stylus with your finger tip. When
using a fluid stylus cleaner, make sure not to
moisten the stylus too much.
Stylus cover
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Stylus holder
Stylus holder
Stylus cover
Stylus grip
Note
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
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Tempo is incorrect.
Incorrect r/min. Set the r/min setting to
match the one indicated on the vinyl record.
(Select 33 for 33 1/3 r/min records or 45
for 45 r/min records.)
The drive belt is deteriorated.
Replace the drive belt. For details, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Platter does not rotate.
Make sure the power cord is inserted all the
way into an AC wall outlet.
Make sure that the drive belt is looped
around the motor pulley completely.
The drive belt is broken.
Replace the drive belt. For details, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Sound is too low or distorted.
The turntable is not connected to the PHONO
IN inputs on the amplifier (see page 7).
USB connection/recording
The turntable is not detected on your
computer.
Disconnect the supplied USB cable, and
connect it again.
With the turntable and the computer
connected, restart the computer.
Disconnect the supplied USB cable, and
restart the computer. After restarting,
connect the computer and the turntable with
the supplied USB cable.
The device setting of your computer may not
be set correctly.
Windows XP
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For
Windows Vista
Notes
For details on the operation of your computer, refer to
Notes
When connecting to different USB ports, you may
Additional Information
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Specifications
Motor and Platter
Drive system:
Belt-drive
Motor:
DC motor
Platter:
295 mm dia. (aluminum die-cast)
Speeds:
33 1/3 and 45 r/min, 2 speed
Wow and flutter:
Less than 0.25% (WRMS)
Signal to noise ratio:
More than 50 dB (DIN-B)
Tone Arm
Type:
USB jack
Power supply:
USB bus power compliant (5 V, 100 mA)
(The power is supplied by the PC which is
connected with an attached USB cable)
Output jack:
Plug-in-power system (Dedicated USB
jack)
USB series B connector
USB (full-speed)
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General
Power requirements:
North American model:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Other models:
230 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
2W
Dimensions:
Approx. 420 95 360 mm (161/2 35/8
141/4 in) (w/h/d)
Mass:
3.3 kg (7 lb 5 oz)
Supplied Accessories:
45 r/min adaptor (1)
Platter (with drive belt) (1)
Rubber mat (1)
USB cable (1)
CD-ROM (1)
Operating Instructions (this manual)
The installation guide for Sound Forge
Audio Studio LE
Recording audio tracks of a vinyl record to
your computer
Please read this first.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
45 r/min adaptor
Tone arm
Arm stand
Rubber mat
Finger lift
Platter
SIZE SELECTOR
STOP button
START button
UP/DOWN button
Insulator
PHONO/LINE switch
Dust cover
USB jack
Front
Additional Information
Spindle
Rear
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Printed in China