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Using the easy demagnetization function
Using the easy demagnetization function to demagnetize MC car-
tridges with iron cores and step-up transformers, for example, could
improve the sound quality by making it clearer and giving it greater
definition .
1
Set the impedance selection knob to DEMAG.
The load impedance is set to 0 Ω and both ends of the cartridge
are short-circuited .
2
Play a record.
The playback signal current goes through the cartridge and
demagnetizes it .
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Demagnetization takes about 30 seconds . Keep the record
playing for about 30 seconds .
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Playback sound is not output when the impedance selec-
tion knob is set to DEMAG .
3
Reset the impedance selection knob to its pre-
vious position.
Equalizer curve characteristics (time constant)
RIAA
3180 μs/318 μs/75 μs
Decca (DECCA LP)
1590 μs/318 μs/60 μs
Columbia (Columbia LP)
1590 μs/318 μs/100 μs
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There are a variety of opinions about equalizer curves .
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Try a different curve if the sound seems unnatural when using
the RIAA curve to play an old record, even a stereo LP .
Automatic power saving function
This unit has an automatic power saving function .
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This is set to on when shipped new from the factory .
When the automatic power saving function is on
The unit will enter standby* if no operation occurs for about
30 minutes .
Operating the unit when in standby will disable the automatic
power saving function and turn it on .
When the automatic power saving function is off
The unit will not enter standby automatically .
*Power consumption is 0 .5 W or less when in standby .
Checking the setting
If automatic power saving is off, all the impedance indicators will
light momentarily when the unit is turned on .
Setting the automatic power saving function
Use the following procedure to turn the automatic power saving
function on and off .
While pressing the MEASURE button, set the STANDBY/ON switch to
ON . Continue pressing the MEASURE button until all the indicators
light (about three seconds) .
Restoring default settings
While pressing the METER button, set the STANDBY/ON switch to
ON . Continue pressing the METER button until all the indicators light
(about three seconds) .
Basic operation
