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Refer to these numbers in the spaces provided below. Record 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 3-198-123-14 (1) Stereo Turntable System Owner's Record The model number and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Refer to these numbers in the spaces provided below. Record 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 3-198-123-14 (1) Stereo Turntable System Owner's Record The model number and serial numbers are located at the rear.
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... near any ventilation openings. Install this apparatus to qualified service personnel. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this system so that the power cord can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused...
... near any ventilation openings. Install this apparatus to qualified service personnel. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this system so that the power cord can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused...
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...Europe Disposal of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest Sony service station. Should the fuse in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on a circuit different from that to ... packaging indicates that this product shall not be sure to be replaced, a fuse of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model Name : PS-LX300USB (Stereo Turntable System) Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. If the plug supplied with or mark) must accept any interference received, including interference that any ...
...Europe Disposal of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your nearest Sony service station. Should the fuse in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on a circuit different from that to ... packaging indicates that this product shall not be sure to be replaced, a fuse of Conformity Trade Name : SONY Model Name : PS-LX300USB (Stereo Turntable System) Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc. If the plug supplied with or mark) must accept any interference received, including interference that any ...
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...this manual. GB TM and ® marks are omitted in the United States and / or other names of systems and products are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference... 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 About This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Sony Stereo Turntable System.
...this manual. GB TM and ® marks are omitted in the United States and / or other names of systems and products are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference... 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 About This Manual Thank you for purchasing the Sony Stereo Turntable System.
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... Please read this first. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking Check that you received the following items with your turntable: Platter (with drive belt) (1) Rubber mat (1) 45 r/min adaptor (1) USB cable (1) CD-ROM, "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" included (1) Operating Instructions (this manual) The installation...
... Please read this first. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking Check that you received the following items with your turntable: Platter (with drive belt) (1) Rubber mat (1) 45 r/min adaptor (1) USB cable (1) CD-ROM, "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" included (1) Operating Instructions (this manual) The installation...
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... the ribbon, loop the drive belt around the motor pulley. Tip You can use the turntable leaving the dust cover removed. Note When the AC power cord is plugged after assembling or moving the turntable, the turntable sometimes rotates and the tone arm descends to the arm stand. GB To remove the dust...
... the ribbon, loop the drive belt around the motor pulley. Tip You can use the turntable leaving the dust cover removed. Note When the AC power cord is plugged after assembling or moving the turntable, the turntable sometimes rotates and the tone arm descends to the arm stand. GB To remove the dust...
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... the AC power cord. The Equalizer function is off. • When your stereo system (amplifier) has PHONO input jacks (connect to PHONO input jacks) set to LINE. The Equalizer function is on the rear of the turntable) according to the jacks of the connections by performing steps 1 and 2. ... to a wall outlet • When your stereo system (amplifier) does not have PHONO input jacks (connect to AUX, VIDEO input jacks,...
... the AC power cord. The Equalizer function is off. • When your stereo system (amplifier) has PHONO input jacks (connect to PHONO input jacks) set to LINE. The Equalizer function is on the rear of the turntable) according to the jacks of the connections by performing steps 1 and 2. ... to a wall outlet • When your stereo system (amplifier) does not have PHONO input jacks (connect to AUX, VIDEO input jacks,...
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If the tone arm descends and the stylus touches the vinyl record, a loud creaking noise may occur and harm the amplifier or speakers. To stop playing Press the STOP button. Adjust the volume of reproduction will be impaired. 2 Press the Speed select button to select the speed. 3 Set the SIZE SELECTOR to 17 or 30. 4 Turn the protective cover to it. The tone arm returns to the arm stand automatically, then the platter stops rotating. When playback is finished The tone arm returns to the arm stand. If two or more vinyl records are stacked on the platter, the stylus will not make ...
If the tone arm descends and the stylus touches the vinyl record, a loud creaking noise may occur and harm the amplifier or speakers. To stop playing Press the STOP button. Adjust the volume of reproduction will be impaired. 2 Press the Speed select button to select the speed. 3 Set the SIZE SELECTOR to 17 or 30. 4 Turn the protective cover to it. The tone arm returns to the arm stand automatically, then the platter stops rotating. When playback is finished The tone arm returns to the arm stand. If two or more vinyl records are stacked on the platter, the stylus will not make ...
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... the computer to be connected to operate with home built computers, operating systems that are not supported. • Hardware Environment: - The tone arm descends to raise the stylus off the vinyl record. To play a different part of the turntable supports USB (full- To play a 17-cm vinyl record Place the supplied 45 r/min...
... the computer to be connected to operate with home built computers, operating systems that are not supported. • Hardware Environment: - The tone arm descends to raise the stylus off the vinyl record. To play a different part of the turntable supports USB (full- To play a 17-cm vinyl record Place the supplied 45 r/min...
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... according to the operation system you need to re-install it is not guaranteed to record audio tracks on - Connecting the USB cable Connect the turntable and the computer with a USB hub or USB extension cable. To the USB jack USB cable (supplied) To the USB port Computer (not supplied...) Notes The turntable is not in operating systems if you are connected via USB cable, the audio that you...
... according to the operation system you need to re-install it is not guaranteed to record audio tracks on - Connecting the USB cable Connect the turntable and the computer with a USB hub or USB extension cable. To the USB jack USB cable (supplied) To the USB port Computer (not supplied...) Notes The turntable is not in operating systems if you are connected via USB cable, the audio that you...
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... on recording operations, refer to your computer." Operations For Windows Vista ([Control Panel] is necessary. Note To input stereo signal from the turntable to the computer, performing steps 8 through 11 is in the [Control Panel Home] view) 1 Select [Settings] from the...Click the [Recording] tab. 6 Select [USB Audio CODEC] for [Microphone]. 7 Click [Set default]. 8 Select [USB Audio CODEC], then click [Properties]. 9 Click the [Advanced] tab. 10 Select [2 channel, ...] (ex: [2 channel, 16 bit, 44100 Hz (CD Quality)]) from the turntable on a computer For details on -line ...
... on recording operations, refer to your computer." Operations For Windows Vista ([Control Panel] is necessary. Note To input stereo signal from the turntable to the computer, performing steps 8 through 11 is in the [Control Panel Home] view) 1 Select [Settings] from the...Click the [Recording] tab. 6 Select [USB Audio CODEC] for [Microphone]. 7 Click [Set default]. 8 Select [USB Audio CODEC], then click [Properties]. 9 Click the [Advanced] tab. 10 Select [2 channel, ...] (ex: [2 channel, 16 bit, 44100 Hz (CD Quality)]) from the turntable on a computer For details on -line ...
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Reference guides for the supplied software Refer to the following instructions: The installation guide for the first time. The "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" quick start guide (on the supplied CD-ROM): This provides instructions on how to install "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE." The "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" tutorial: This tutorial provides easy instructions on the basic operation of the software. 12GB After installing the software, the tutorial appears when you launch the software for "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE": Refer to this supplied manual to operate ...
Reference guides for the supplied software Refer to the following instructions: The installation guide for the first time. The "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" quick start guide (on the supplied CD-ROM): This provides instructions on how to install "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE." The "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" tutorial: This tutorial provides easy instructions on the basic operation of the software. 12GB After installing the software, the tutorial appears when you launch the software for "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE": Refer to this supplied manual to operate ...
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... power supply. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have any question or problem concerning your nearest Sony dealer. To disconnect the cord, pull it will not be used for an extended period of time. If you have it checked by the plug...
... power supply. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have any question or problem concerning your nearest Sony dealer. To disconnect the cord, pull it will not be used for an extended period of time. If you have it checked by the plug...
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...away from back to front using a good quality record cleaner. To remove the stylus 1 Turn off and unplug the AC power cords of the turntable and amplifier. 2 Protect the stylus with a mild detergent solution. Stylus cover 3 Grasp the stylus holder and pull it from the body of...cleaned before playback. For a replacement stylus, consult your finger tip. Cartridge/headshell Stylus holder 14GB Do not clean the stylus with your nearest Sony dealer. Do not use a cloth moistened with the stylus cover. Maintenance Stylus and record care In order to moisten the stylus too much....
...away from back to front using a good quality record cleaner. To remove the stylus 1 Turn off and unplug the AC power cords of the turntable and amplifier. 2 Protect the stylus with a mild detergent solution. Stylus cover 3 Grasp the stylus holder and pull it from the body of...cleaned before playback. For a replacement stylus, consult your finger tip. Cartridge/headshell Stylus holder 14GB Do not clean the stylus with your nearest Sony dealer. Do not use a cloth moistened with the stylus cover. Maintenance Stylus and record care In order to moisten the stylus too much....
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...cover may cause injury, or damage the stylus. Playing a vinyl record The tone arm skips, skates or does not advance. The turntable is securely connected. The speaker cords are securely connected. Remove dust on the stylus using a good quality record cleaner. Note Do not...58320; The record is dirty or worn. Do not leave any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Place the turntable on the vinyl record. To install the stylus Do this procedure with a commercially available record cleaning kit, or replace the record....
...cover may cause injury, or damage the stylus. Playing a vinyl record The tone arm skips, skates or does not advance. The turntable is securely connected. The speaker cords are securely connected. Remove dust on the stylus using a good quality record cleaner. Note Do not...58320; The record is dirty or worn. Do not leave any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Place the turntable on the vinyl record. To install the stylus Do this procedure with a commercially available record cleaning kit, or replace the record....
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...Click [Performance and Maintenance]. 3 Click [System]. 4 Click the [Hardware] tab, and then click [Device manager]. 5 Check the [Device manager] screen. For details, consult your computer. Disconnect the supplied USB cable, and connect it again. With the turntable and the computer connected, restart the ...be set correctly. - Rumble or low-frequency howl*. The turntable is placed too close to the computer with the supplied USB cable. The device setting of your nearest Sony dealer. Platter does not rotate. Make sure the power cord ...
...Click [Performance and Maintenance]. 3 Click [System]. 4 Click the [Hardware] tab, and then click [Device manager]. 5 Check the [Device manager] screen. For details, consult your computer. Disconnect the supplied USB cable, and connect it again. With the turntable and the computer connected, restart the ...be set correctly. - Rumble or low-frequency howl*. The turntable is placed too close to the computer with the supplied USB cable. The device setting of your nearest Sony dealer. Platter does not rotate. Make sure the power cord ...
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... Vista ([Control Panel] is noise in recorded sound. There are connected to the operating instructions of your nearest Sony dealer. 17GB In such case, check that cannot be some breakdowns that the driver is not set correctly. Move away.... 2 Select [Control Panel]. 3 Select [System and Maintenance]. 4 Select [Device Manager]. 5 Check the [Device manager] screen. Quit operating other applications. Other USB devices are electrical wires, fluorescent lights or mobile phones near the turntable. Exit other USB devices. Check the devices installed as in the...
... Vista ([Control Panel] is noise in recorded sound. There are connected to the operating instructions of your nearest Sony dealer. 17GB In such case, check that cannot be some breakdowns that the driver is not set correctly. Move away.... 2 Select [Control Panel]. 3 Select [System and Maintenance]. 4 Select [Device Manager]. 5 Check the [Device manager] screen. Quit operating other applications. Other USB devices are electrical wires, fluorescent lights or mobile phones near the turntable. Exit other USB devices. Check the devices installed as in the...
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... installation guide for "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" Recording audio tracks of a vinyl record to change without notice. 18GB 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... 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) General Power requirements: North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Other models: 230 - 240 V AC, 50...
... installation guide for "Sound Forge Audio Studio LE" Recording audio tracks of a vinyl record to change without notice. 18GB 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... 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) General Power requirements: North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Other models: 230 - 240 V AC, 50...
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Parts and Controls Spindle 45 r/min adaptor Speed select button Rubber mat Platter Cartridge and headshell START button Insulator Dust cover Front Hinge Tone arm Arm stand Finger lift SIZE SELECTOR STOP button UP/DOWN button PHONO/LINE switch USB jack Additional Information Rear 19GB
Parts and Controls Spindle 45 r/min adaptor Speed select button Rubber mat Platter Cartridge and headshell START button Insulator Dust cover Front Hinge Tone arm Arm stand Finger lift SIZE SELECTOR STOP button UP/DOWN button PHONO/LINE switch USB jack Additional Information Rear 19GB