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Recalibration of Pitch Scale

2008-08-08T17:20:18Z

Hi all, i need to re tune my 1200's and i've misplaced the service manual. Does anyone know ( the freq., ohms, whatever it is) the voltmeter is supposed to read while tuning the pitch control circuit board. I've done this several times before just not in a while, and i cannot remember the exact readout number. Please forgive my lack of electrical terminology. I am good with tools tho.

thanks, syl

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no decks @ festivals

2008-06-26T01:30:27Z

hey there, just gotta vent some steam, sorry it's in this forum...but here goes;
i've been playing the electronic festival circuit in quebec for a few years now and have noticed that festival organizers often overlook bringing in decks...so i'm the one who lugs my decks from festival to festival..how weird is that? everyone's either on puter, cd's or mp3 now...which is fine...but come on..anyone else have this prob?

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Technics 1200 LED upgrade!!!

2007-10-22T18:18:26Z

Okay, I realize that there are people out there who sell the pop-up led kits, but I don't want to buy it, wait for shipping and have pride, so I want to do it myself. Has anybody successfully done it the hard way: taking an LED, installing it and a new resistor? If so, do tell. I tried to just install an LED (naiively), and burned it out because I disregarded the fact that the old bulb drew much more power. If anybody doesn't know, I will be back to tell you about it soon, I am going for white LEDs so I can finally see my stylus in the dark. one love

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messed up pitch control

2007-10-11T09:57:31Z

one of my mk2 1210s has been having issues with being @ the right speed. the first time this started was over a year ago, it used to kinda wobble or slow down for a second so i took the table apart and cleaned the pitch slider with tuner cleaner and canned air hoping that it, ( the pitch control) was the problem and not the motor. this worked for bout a year and a half. now the new problem with it is that sometimes it plays slower than the setting on the pitch control. i repeated the cleaning process and it works halfway. if the table is pitched down and i bring it up to zero it will play at the right speed, but if the table is pitched up and i bring it down to zero it plays too slow. when the table is at zero it works sort of. it will be playing and then the green light turns off and the table slows down 2% but if i press the pitch slider it will come back on and play at the right speed. the platter turns smoothly without wobble but just not at the speed its suspose to be. it has this problem on and off as i'm using it.

anybody have this problem before? i'm hoping its just the pitch slider thats going out and not the knob/speed part inside the table.

does someone know how to fix this or know of a good place to buy parts for 1200s?

thanks

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springy tonearm

2007-10-11T09:46:51Z

I just bought some used Technics 1200mk2's and the tonearm is funky on one of them. I think some damage was done during shipping.
When you pick up the tonearm to put it on the record, it just springs back to where it usually rests(scratching the record in the process)- like it's spring-loaded. It moves freely up and down, but just wants to retract back, and strongly (if there wasn't anything to stop it on the way back, it'd do a complete 360, or more!) I played with the weight, anti-skate, height adjuster- and no luck.
Anyone got any info, or had a similar thing happen? It feels like the problem is in the tonearm mount somewhere.
Any good on-line repair shops?

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Tonearm Problem or something bigger

2007-10-11T09:43:51Z

So I got a really cheap technics 1200, like $50 cheap, The first time I hooked it up I got great sound from it, but then I tried again, and I get nothing. I checked the cartridge and it works in my other turntables, do you think I shook a wire loose in the tonearm, or do you think this might be a bigger problem. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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technics SL 1200 MK II troubleshooting

2007-10-11T09:38:36Z

Hello fellow dj tribers,
I have acquired a nice set of decks, the aforementioned variety, but unfortunately, on one of them, I only get one scratchy channel. I first thought that it was the RCA cable, so I took it apart and replaced it, to no avail. Nothing going. Same problem. So now I am not so sure what to do, other than find someone pro to tinker with it... any one have any ideas?

thanks

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looking

2007-10-11T09:28:55Z

pioneer 300 duel bpms and a great starter for the little one .......been looking and want one for a birthdaze for the spirit child......

send links and contacts .looking for a new one .......

cheers

raja

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US 1200s in europe?

2007-10-11T09:27:54Z

is there a switch somewhere that allows my decks to use 220v? i suspect one of them was "grey market" as it has an adaptor from a european plug to usa...

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bent tonearm

2007-02-16T00:16:12Z

I have bent the tone arm on my 1200.
How difficult or easy is it to fix DIY.
No experience with such...
Cheers
- David

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Cross Post from DJS - 1200 weak output - most likely tonearm contact issue. Advice

2007-01-10T17:40:33Z

Hi Folks,

I inherited a couple 1200s from my buddy.

One of the decks has started to deteriorate. The output is getting weaker and weaker. Perhaps it's attributed to the amount of slobbering people have done to the niteclub cart trying to fix it (I know - terrible - no tongue).

Upon removal of the cart - I see that 2 of the 4 contact ports on the tone arm are smashed into the back. i.e. only 2 are protruding and bouncy.

SOOO! Looks like I need new contacts. Can I purchase these seperately? (I see 2 mini philips holding the screwie bit of the tone arm on) or do I have to buy a whole new arm?

IF SO! Does anyone have a spare they are willing to sell?

Thanks all,

Shaun

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replacement of pop up lights

2007-01-10T17:38:55Z

I need to replace my pop up lights any suggestions on best place to buy them, and how to do this opperation, preferably without soldering?
thanks for your support

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Intro

2006-12-29T04:35:23Z

Whassup?!, mi name is the Doctor, but you can call me whatever, just call me...

I'm a long time dj, geek and I'm happy I've found this place dedicated to one of my fave past time. Anyways I work on these turntables and while I dont know everything about them just yet I've done everything you can do to them as far as service or upgrading is concerned.

I'm happy to be here and hope to learn and share what I know!

cheers,
the dr.

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My 1200 is screwed!!!

2006-12-29T04:26:15Z

I just bought a 1200 (as well as a Stanton cartridge), hooked it up, and can't figure out what the problem is!! I'm hearing out of only one speaker, and it seems awfully quiet. I took the turntable apart, and the RCA cord appears to be effectively sautered to the internals....could it just be my needle? Has anyone dissected their decks for repairs?
Justin

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slight crackling from one of my M3Ds

2006-12-21T22:21:37Z

Hey, hoping someone can help me with possible solutions for this.

One of my turntables is creating slight distortion in the highs/mids of records and slightly less bass than the other turntable. I have tried different needles and different records, all producing the same result. I've tried cleaning the contact points between the tonearm and cartridge, to no avail.

I'm trying to record mixes and this is driving me nuts. The resulting recordings have every other record sounding distorted, as if the highs/mids are clipping, but I'm not redlining the signal.

Any help?

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2006-11-14T21:05:12Z

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tonearm repair

2006-08-01T09:12:33Z

just moved to hawaii a few days ago & of course i had to take my 1210's with me, but upon arrival i noticed that the tone arm was real loose, i checked a couple repair sites & looks like the screws that hold it down have bent the insides and now i have a super loose tonearm, anyone know of any repair guys on oahu??? please help me out , my tables are my life , im sure you all can relate....please help

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Volume issues

2006-01-24T21:23:53Z

The left speaker is quieter than the right speaker (in the headphones as well) when I use one of my turntables. What the heck? I troubleshooted the mixer, but I think it's the turntable that's the problem. Anyone have any ideas?

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pitch control info needed

2005-11-14T20:48:27Z

I have some technic MK2 1200's and the pitch control acts funny right below midpoint. As you adjust the pitch faster, at a particular point right before mid-point, it suddenly goes a whole lot faster. This makes mixing tough when you need to have the pitch right at that point. Is this a common problem, or do I need to replace my pitch controls? Any info on replacing this part?

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heard of the 1200 MK5?

2005-11-06T21:28:51Z

heres a good description from a web search through googles froogle-- peace Sonar

TECHNICS SL-1200 MK5 Silver
Price: 479-499
Description from Platinum Records:
The latest edition of the turntable that has been the industry standard for 20+ years. The 1200MK5 replaces the 1200M3D, making a couple improvements along the way: 1) the tonearm construction has been improved, which should lead to better skip resistance. 2) the brake adjustment is now more accessible. Simply remove the record and slipmat and it?s possible to adjust the platter?s breaking time with a screwdriver. Other than that, this is exactly the same as the M3D, which had these differences from the original MK2: 1) power switch is sunken to prevent accidental turn-off 2) includes a button which overrides the pitch control to zero (regular speed) 3) no "click" at zero on the pitch control 4) comes with a high quality Technics 2 piece slipmat 5) Dust cover does not include hinges. The Technics 1200 turntable is still our #1 recommendation, in any model number. The feel and durability are unmatched. It remains the best turntable available, and one that is used in 99% of all venues.

The Technics 1200 turntable is still our #1 recommendation, in any model number. The feel and durability are unmatched. It remains the best turntable available, and one that is used in 99% of all venues. Some newer turntables may have more features, but this is the superior overall product, and is the preferred choice for all types of djing. The high torque (motor strength), accurate pitch (speed control), quality tone arm (aids in skip resistance), and superior sound are the standards by which all other turntables are judged. The body and major components are made of steel (whereas most other turntables are made of plastic). The bottom of the body is made of a dense rubber that eliminates distortion and feedback and adds extra weight for stability. Most of the basic parts are readily available and user replaceable. The resale value is also very high.

FEATURES:

+/-8 pitch control
8 pitch control reset button
33/45 rpm
height adjustable tone arm with anti-skating control and better skip resistance
easy brake adjustment
pop-up stylus light
INCLUDED

dust cover (without hinges)
high quality slipmat
45 adaptor
headshell with weight
Actual Shipping Weight 32 lbs.

Product rating: 4.4 from 10 product reviews

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Reverse mod and blue LED mods available!

2005-11-06T21:12:57Z

I have a few reverse mod and blue LED mod kits available for installation. For a short time (until I run out of the current parts...), I'm offering these at reduced installation rates.

Reverse Mod for $75 (this is the Vinyl Touch edition)
Blue LED Mod for $50

Contact me via Tribe if you're interested!

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Favorite cartridges?

2005-08-03T21:47:56Z

I need to get some new cartridges/needles. Anyone have their favorites? What do you think about using the factory technics headshell with good cartridges? I'm trying to decide if I should get cartridges that have their own headshell, or use the factory headshells.

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euros---?

2005-07-01T23:20:54Z

has any one played on these tables before....there are technics but the plug is a little different ........good ..the bad ...........any stories would be appreciated.............

raja

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First apperances

2005-05-10T01:54:38Z

Any one know when Tech. first started making decks?

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looking

2005-05-09T19:29:24Z

need a new set of o.g tables....1200,s......any suggestions ....plus open to ideas ..just kinda like the o.g.....

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favorite deck story!!

2004-12-24T11:50:23Z

hey,

what's your favorite story to tell about your 1200s??

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www.peaceloveandbeats.com/

2004-05-05T08:19:17Z

this is rather dank......soo many visuals all in one place

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