Technics SL-DL1 Operating Instructions

M@ High performance direct-drive in slim design.
The SL-DL1 is divided into upper and lower cabinet halves.
The top half, which also functions as the dust cover, contains
the linear tracking tonearm, tts drive mechanism and optical
sensor, The lower cabinet contains the tonearm servo con-
trol system (microcomputer) and Technics original integral
rotor-platter direct drive motor.
Simple basic operation. Completely automatic
play.
Turn on the power, put on a record, close the top and press
the start switch. After that, everything is handled by the
microcomputer and optical sensor which automatically
detect record size, select correct speed and cue the tonearm
to the lead-in groove.
For non-standard records, front panel speed selectors let
you select the correct speed manually (large 45s, or smail
33-1/3 records, for example).
The tonearm automatically returns to the start position after
completing play, The tonearm does not move if no record is
on the platter.
Complex operation also possible.
Although easy operation is a basic feature of this unit,
complex functions are also possible. The “search” function
allows start, stop switches centrolled inward and outward
movement of the tonearm at slow and fast speed, plus fine
control in approximately 1mm steps.
Dynamic balanced linear tracking tonearm
employs optical sensor and groove deflection
angle detection for extremely stable and accu-
rate tracking.
The linear tracking tonearm moves across the record surface
in the same way as the cutter head used to make the record in
the first place. Therefore there is virtually no tracking erroror
skating force.
Located by the stylus is an optical sensor that detects
tracking conditions by means of groove deflection angle.
Based on this information, tonearm movement ts controlled
to maintain optimum tracking at all times.
A precision DC motor is used for tonearm drive
to assure quiet and accurate control.
A precision DC motor and low-friction slide bearing assure
accurate tonearm movement.
A 4-point pivot bearing gimbal suspension developed by
Technics reduces friction and raises sensitivity while con-
tributing to smooth tracing ability.

Technics SL-DL1 Specifications

General

Brand	Technics
Model	SL-DL1
Category	Turntable
Language	English