HIGH-FIDELITY FULL AUTOMATIC STEREO TURNTABLE PL-117D ws KCT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS KLT LT TTT I l i | WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, s | DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR }——>~ QPIONEER' MOISTURE.The PL-117D is a high precision fully automatic turntable designed to be incorporated into a com- ponent type stereo music system. It is recom: mended that you read these Operating Instructions completely before using the turntable. ‘The PL-117D is prelubricated at the factory, but the il may have dried up during shipment. Therefore apply a few drops of the accessory oil before use as described on page 11. CONTENTS PL-117D Features Attaching the Cartridge Assembly Steps Component Locations . ‘Tonearm Adjustments Stereo Amplifier Connections Dust Cover. . ear ane ww Panel Facilities . Operation 10 cE Care of Your Turntable . Conditions Frequently Mistaken for Malfunction... . . oer yi2| Specifications . 138 PL-117D FEATURES Easy to Use Full Auto Mechanism Simply place a record on the turntable and press the START button, The full auto mechanism then proceeds to smoothly and effortlessly play the record. With the precision of a fine watch, the platter starts to rotate, the tonearm moves into position, and the stylus lowers itself slowly and gently onto the record surface. At the end of the record, the tonearm is raised, returned to the arm rest, and then platter drive and power are automatically cut oft Since there is virtually no manual handling of the tonearm, both records and stylus are protected from accidental damage. A repeat function js also included which can be employed to play the same side of the record repeatedly until itis disengaged by pressing the STOP button. Operate Manually When Desired Manual play can also be easily performed by simply positioning the tonearm over the desired portion of the record manually. Platter rotation begins automatically and the tonearm can then be lowered ‘onto the record by operating the arm elevation lever. At the end of the record, the tonearm becomes automatically raised and returned to the arm rest. The simple act of playing a record has become even simpler, letting you enjoy the full richness of recorded music while safeguarding your listening room library Precision Belt Drive with 4-pole Synchronous Motor Stable rotation of the 30cm diecast aluminum alloy platter is maintained by the carefully engineered 4-pole synchronous motor and belt drive system. The smooth running of the motor is unaffected by fluctuations in line voltage and load, while even the slightest vibrations from the motor are absorbed by the poly- urethane belt. High performance is exemplified by the 0.07% (WRMS) wow and flutter, and S0dB (JIS) signal to noise ratio. High Sensitivity S-shaped Tonearm The tonearm gimbal incorporates high precision angular contact bearings, whose low vibration and friction ensure high sensitivity together with long term reliability. Anti-skating and lateral balance controls are included for optimum performance with high com pliance cartridges and light tracking forces, and the direct readout of the tracking force is especially convenient when replacing the cartridge. Numerous Additional Features ‘A host of additional features enhance the convenience and per formance of the PL-117D. Among these are a lightweight, high rigidity aluminum headshell, low capacitance output cord, and an oil-damped tonearm elevation mechanism to protect valuable records and stylus. The interior of the cabinet is lined with aluminum foil to screen out external electrical noise which is often picked up from other household appliances, while motor and external vibrations are also isolated by the double suspension designPIONGER ATTACHING THE CARTRIDGE Moving magnet (MM), moving coil (MC) and induced magnet (IM) are the main cartridge types. Although all of these can be used with the PL-117D, select cartridges with weights between 4 and 10 grams. Refer to the cartridge operating instructions for connection and handling. Since the tonearm of the PL-117D is a universal type, your optional cartridge with standard type headshell can be attached without difficulty. Install the cartridge to the headshell according to the following steps. 1, When attaching the cartridge to the accessory headshell, use the headshell, screwdriver, over- hang gauge, screws, nuts and washers supplied in the accessory box (Fig. 4). 2. Connect headshell lead wires to the cartridge. Observe lead wire color coding as follows. White L (left channel) Blue LG (left channel ground) Red R__ (right channel) Green RG (right channel ground) 3. Fit cartridge to headshell (Fig. 1), but do not tighten the mounting screws yet. 4, Set the headshell into the accessory overhang gauge as shown in Fig. 2. Adjust the cartridge Position so that the stylus tip is aligned with the gauge line. Finally, tighten the cartridge mount- ing screws. 5, Install headshell on tonearm according to Fig. 8 on the following pag If your cartridge weighs over 8.5g, insert the sub weight into the end of the tonearm shaft. Refer to Fig. 3. ACCESSORIES ‘The accessory box contains the following parts, COUNTERWEIGHT ow ( | SCREWS 6, NUTS) WASHERS? sone wasnens——~e F- PF HEADSHELL—<_ Le carTrioge — ee ae CORRECTLY BALANCED Fig. 13 tg turn counterweight Fig. 13-4: Headshell end heavy indieeetion of arow Fig. 13.8: Countanweight end heavy — turn in direction of arrow meme | FORCE RING CX REFERENCE LINE \ ANTISKATE knoe Fig. 14 Fig. 15EE ET FON EER ANTI-SKATING Set the ANTI-SKATE knob to the same the tracking force of the employed cartridge. For example, if the tracking force is 2 grams, set this knob to 2 (Fig. 16). REFERENCE LINE falue as Fig. 16 STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS 7 The phono inputs of the amplifier to which the turntable should be connected must be chosen in Pe accordance with type of phono cartridge to be used. © With moving magnet or induced magnet type cartridge: Connect to the PHONO MAG inputs of the amplifier. With low-output moving coil type cartridge: } Connect to the PHONO MC inputs. If these are not provided on your amplifier, a step-up —— transformer will be required NOTE: Refer to the cartridge instruction manual for further detail FA hm In either case, connect the red output plug from = Frchannel OUTLET the turntable to the amplifier’s right channel input STEREO AMPLIFIER and the white plug to the left channel input. The third black wire (the ground wire) with the split plug can be connected to the GROUND terminal of your amplifier (Fig. 17). Do not forget to make this connection, because it is vital for avoiding hum and noise, DUST COVER It is convenient to install the dust cover from the rear of the turntable as shown in Fig. 18. Hold the cover at the bottom and insert its hinges into the sockets of the turntable base. To remove the dust cover, again grasp it as shown in Fig. 18 and pull it ~ straight upward. Fig. 17 HINGES x Fig. 18 INSTALLATION HINTS Pay attention to the following points when selecting a location for the PL-117D. © The place must be well-ventilated and free from The turntable should be placed as far from the humidity and dust. speaker system as possible, and not too close to © Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or other the power transformer of the amplifier. sources of heat. © Select a surface that is firm and level.PANEL FACILITIES HEADSHELL STAND A spare headshell can be stored in this stand. Align the hheadshell pins with the stand grooves and insert. Observe that the headshell length is not greater than the height of the dust cover, This stand can also be used for storing the 45 rpm adaptor, SPEED SELECTOR BUTTONS Press the button corresponding to the correct speed of the record to be played (press “33” button for 33-1/3 rpm), Be sure to change speeds only while platter is rotating. : ee rosron-t 9) a 45 rpm POSITION 45 RPM ADAPTOR Place on center shaft when playing 45 rpm EP records, ARM REST: Supports the tonearm when not playing a record, At the end of a playing session, engage the clamp as illustrated below. ARM ELEVATION LEVER ‘Tonearm is raised and lowered by operating this lever. UP weve Set t0 this position to raise tonearm during play DOWN...... Set to this position for automatic play or to lower the tonearm during manual play. ARM ELEVATION up DOWNsrser aproneer: PL-n70, LL ~> [ey ) - I L- a ARM ELEVATION fy ACCESSORY TG SEER en As SETSCREW SIZE LEVER Set according to record diameter during automatic play. 12" 30: Set to this position to play standard 12-inch (30cm) LP record. 10" 25: Set to this position to play standard 10-inch, (25cm) record. T’17: Set to this position to play standard 7-inch (176m) record. NOTE. Be sure to set the SIZE lever before pressing the START button. Incorrect operation can oceur if set during lead-in motion. FUNCTION SELECTOR BUTTONS REPEAT... Depress this button to repeatedly play the same side of a record. To release the repeat ‘mode, press the STOP button, While a record is playing, press to interrupt play and return the tonearm to the arm rest Platter drive and power will be shut off, Also, press this button to release the REPEAT button sToP START... Press for normal record playing. Since the internal mechanism becomes locked, it is not necessary for the button to remain depressed. NOTE: Be sure to set the ARM ELEVATION lever to the DOWN position for automatic play. If set to the UP position, the automatic play operation will not be performed. ARM ELEVATION ‘Arm elevation may require adjustment according to cartridge height. If necessary use the accessory screwdriver to loosen the setscrew and adjust (see figure). OPERATING PRECAUTIONS © Keep stylus and records clean. Use a stylus brush to clean the stylus and a good quality record cleaner to clean the records each time before and after playing. © Avoid exerting unnecessary force on the tone- arm, When changing headshells, set the tonearm in the arm rest and engage the clamp. © Spring flotation is applied to the turntable when clamp screws are removed. Although the turn- table may appear unsteady, this does not in- dicate a problem, Take care not to impart vibration to the tum- table while a record is playing. Record and stylus can be damaged. Never touch the speed select buttons if the turntable is stationary. The speed can be changed only while the turntable is rotating. Never obstruct the turntable while it is rotating, This may cause damage. Avoid placing 2 or more records on the turn- table simultaneously. The mechanism is balanced for proper operation with only one record in place.OPERATION AUTOMATIC PLAY 1. Unfasten tonearm clamp. 2. Set ARM ELEVATION lever to DOWN. 8. Remove the stylus cover and place record on the platter. 4, Set the SIZE lever according to record diameter: 12” 30, 10" 25, or 7” 17. ‘The second number in each group is the size in centimeters, 5. Press START button, While platter is rotating, press speed selector button according to record speed. Approximately 5 seconds later, the tone- arm will be brought over the record starting point (as selected by the SIZE lever) and the stylus will be slowly lowered onto the record to begin play. 6. Adjust volume and tone controls on the stereo amplifier being used for desired volume and tone. 7. After playing the record, the auto return mecha- nism functions to return the tonearm to the arm rest. About 5 seconds later, platter drive and power are shut off. NOTE: If the REPEAT button is in its depressed position, the record will be played repeatedly. When this function is not desired, release the REPEAT button by pressing the STOP button before playing. MANUAL PLAY 1. Unfasten the arm clamp. Set ARM ELEVATION lever to UP. 3. Remove the stylus cover and place record on the platter. 4,Grasp headshell finger grip and position the tonearm over the desired starting point of the record. After platter rotation starts, press the speed selector button according to record speed. 5, Set ARM ELEVATION lever to DOWN. 6, Adjust volume and tone controls on the stereo amplifier being used for desired volume and tone. 7. At completion of the record side, the auto retum mechanism functions to return the tone- arm to the arm rest, About 5 seconds later, platter drive and power are shut off. NOTE: ‘Manual play can also be performed with the ARM ELEVATION lever in the DOWN position. At this time however, use particular care not to damage the stylus or record. TE A PIONEER REPEAT PLAY Perform steps 1 through 4 of the Automatic Play section 5. Press the REPEAT button, then the START button, 6. Adjust volume and tone controls on the stereo amplifier being used for desired volume and tone. 7. At the completion of the record side, the auto return mechanism functions to return the tone- arm to the arm rest. Thereafter, the tonearm is again brought over to the record and play begins, This cycle repeats indefinitely until released by pressing the STOP button. RELEASING THE REPEAT FUNCTION ‘© During lead-in (as tonearm is moving toward platter): by pressing the STOP button, the record will be played once, then the repeat function will be released. © During return (as tonearm is moving toward arm rest): by pressing the STOP button, the tonearm will continue toward the arm rest, then return to play the record once more, At the comple- tion of play, the tonearm will again return to the arm rest, whereupon platter drive and power will be shut off. © While record is being played: by pressing the STOP button, the tonearm is raised from the record and returned to the arm rest. Platter drive and power are then shut off. STOPPING IN MIDST OF RECORD © Press STOP button. ‘The tonearm will be raised from the record and returned to the arm rest. Approximately 5 seconds later, platter drive and power will be cut off. © Manually return tonearm to arm rest. Platter drive and power will be shut off. NOTE ‘The REPEAT PLAY function can not be started by pressing only the REPEAT button, | To start the repeat play it is necessary to press the repeat and | start buttons. | 10CARE OF YOUR TURNTABLE CLEANING CABINET Use a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth to clean dust from the cabinet and dust cover. Do not use household waxes, solvents or sprays on or near the turntable as they can mar the finish. LUBRICATION Mechanical noise or wow and flutter usually result from a lack of lubricant on the rotating parts, Lubricate the following point at least once every two months for normal use, and at least once a month if the turntable is used very frequently. Before applying oil to the turntable, remove the turntable platter as follows: 1. Remove the dust cover as described in “DUST COVER” on page 7. 2, Return the tonearm to the arm rest and clamp it, then protect the stylus tip with the stylus cover. 3. Remove the drive belt from the motor pulley with your fingers (Refer to Fig. 7 on page 4). 4. Lift the turntable platter straight up by inserting fingers and thumb into the two openings (Fig. 19). If the platter can not be removed easily, try jerking it, taking care not to damage any part of the tumtable. 5. Apply one or two drops of the accessory oil to the oiling hole (Fig. 20), being careful not to get, oil on parts such as the motor pulley, belt, or inner rim, NOTE: If oil should adhere to the motor pulley, inner rim or drive belt, wipe it off with a cloth moistened with pure aleohol. Caution: Never use other solvents. STYLUS DROP POINT ADJUSTMENT It is not usually necessary to readjust. the stylus drop point. If necessary, perform the adjustment by rotating the adjusting screw near the tonearm shaft on the control panel with the accessory screwdriver (Fig. 21). If the stylus touches down too far in, turn the screw in the clockwise direc- tion; and ‘if the stylus touches too far out, turn the screw in the counterwise direction (Fig. 22). The stylus drop point is shifted about 3mm with one turn of the adjusting screw. NOTE: Take care not to damage the stylus point and record surface when adjusting. 4 CORRECT a aa ACCESSORY OIL Fig. 19 Fig. 20CONDITIONS FREQUENTLY MISTAKEN FOR MALFUNCTION If no sound is obtained from the speakers after assembling this turntable, please check the connections and operation of the other components as follows: (a) internal connection of headshell (e.g. terminal tips, lead wire ..) (b) attachment of locking sleeve (c) output cord connections (d) speaker wire connections (e) amplifier settings (e.g. VOLUME, FUNCTION, TAPE MONITOR, POWER switch ..) SYMPTOM SUSPECTED SOURCES OF NOISE DIAGNOSIS AND REMEDY Turntable does not (a) AC cord is not connected to AC | Check (a) or (b) and correct the condition roiate outlet (b)_ Drive belt is disconnected or loose Incorrect turntable (2) Speed select button is incorrectly | Correct the conditions stated in (a) and (b) speed set (b)_ Drive belt is incorrectly fitted {c) Motor pulley and belt are dirty _| Wipe the motor pulley and belt clean with a soft cloth dampened witk pure alcohol (d)_ The frequency of your power Contact to Pioneer Authorized Service Station supply does not suit the PL-I17D Hum or buzz (a) Poor connection of shielded wire | Correct the conditions stated in (a), (b), (¢), (d) or (b) Jack connection is loose i) (c). Line cord of fluorescent lamp (Reversing the AC connections may occasionally ppasses near the shielded wire eliminate hum) (d)_ Poor grounding, {e). Shielded wire is running near the power transformer of the amplifier (f) Ham transmitting station or TV | In the case of (f), report it to an official authority. | transmitting station is near your house Poor tone quality, noise, | (a) Stylus is worn Check (a) through (e) and correct the condition unclear treble (b) Record is worn {c)_ Dust adhering to stylus (4) Stylus is improperly mounted {e) Stylus pressure is not correct (f) The TREBLE level of the Lower the TREBLE level amplifier is too high Howling (a) Distance between the turntable | Increase the distance or rearrange the installation and the speakers is too short Of the unit and speakers. (Installing the turntable on a firm, solid stand may alleviate this problem) (b) The turntable or speakers sup Do not enhance the BASS sound level excessively. ports are unstable (c). Clamping screws are not removed | Take out the clamping screws according to Fig. 6 yet on page 4 Stylus is lowered —— | Perform stylus drop point adjustment described on incorrectly during page 11. automatic play 12SE TS ES FNC IR SPECIFICATIONS Motor and Turntable Motor 4.pole synchronous Turntable drive Belt-driven Speed . Two speeds: 33-1/3rpm, 45rpm Wow and flutter 0.07% (WRMS) or less SIN 50dB (1S) or more (with Pioneer cartridge model PC-135) Turntable platter ..30em diam. aluminum alloy Moment of inertia 135kg-cm? (including rubber mat) Tonearm Tonearm type Static-balance, S-shaped, pipe arm Effective arm length 221mm Tracking error 43° ~ 1° Overhang 15.5mm Usable cartridge weight 4g (min.) ~ 10g (max.) (For cartridge weighs over 8.5g, attach the sub weight) Sub Functions Fully automatic tonearm system Antiskating force control device Plug.in type headshell Oil-damped arm elevator device Hinges (Free adjustable) Lateral balancer Miscellaneous Power requirements AC 120V, 60Hz Power consumption 10W Dimensions 440(W)x362(D)x159(H) mm 17-5/16(W)x14-1/4(D)x6-1/4(H) in Weight 7kg, 15 Ib 6 07 Accessories Headshell Accessory oil Overhang gauge 4Srpm adaptor Screwdriver Sub weight Cartridge mounting screws Cartridge mounting nuts Cartridge mounting washers Operating instructions NOTE: Specifications and the design subject to possible modification without notice due to improvements. 1378805026) Printed in Japan «pR6.022.09 PIONEER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION 4-1, Meguro 1-Choma, Maguro-tu, Tokyo 169, Japan US. PIONEER ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Maonacye, Naw Jersey 07074, USA ONEER ELECTRONIC (EUROPE NV. Lulthagenstesnwag ne-S, 2030 Antwerp, Belgium JONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA ETY. LTO. 176-184 Boundary Road, Braesds, Visworia S185, Australia