Hifi €NGINé For more Hi-Fi manuals and set-up information please visit www.hifiengine.com‘Technics Stereo Frequency Equalizer SH-8015 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSDean Stereo Fan Technics. The science of sound. Our name represents ‘over 100 high quality audio products, in every price range. From our revolutionary direct drive turntables to our highly acclaimed linear phase speakers, Technics quality and value have become almost legendary among audio enthusiasts. Our truly complete selection of turntables (including belt-drive, direct-drive, and quartz-locked models with varying degrees of automation) now includes an exciting line of linear tracking turntables with zero tracking error. Another innovation, direct drive cassette decks, is available in both slim and micro formats. In fact, with Technics micro series, you can assemble an entire system of the highest quality with truly compact dimensions. And our receivers, which combine new class A amplification with quartz synthesizer tuning, have created tremendous excitement among reviewers and customers alike. Amp, tuners, headphone, microphones, cartridge: ‘openreel decks, sound processors—we are proud of all our high quality equipment and we are constantly seeking to improve our products, in terms of Performance and handling ease. In addition, our confidence in the reliability of our merchandise (demonstrated by our warranties) and the reasons for ‘our enormous and rapid growth become obvious. ‘ACCESSORIES ‘PRODUCT SERVICE i MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES ......2 ‘SUGGESTIONS FOR SAFETY .. ‘CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS . MORE ABOUT THE VARIABLE RANGE SELECTOR...........-. + ‘CONTROL OF THE FREQUENCY RESPONSE ....... TOTAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE ‘TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. Connection cords (shielded cable) © Warning concerning removal of covers This unit should be serviced by qualified technicians only, No service information is provided for customers. Shouid your “Technics” product ever require servicing, refer to the Directory of Authorized Service Centers or your fran- chised “Technics” dealer for detailed instructions. ™ Location of serial number You will find the sorial number located at the back of the unit To clean, use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soit cloth soaked in a detergent (such as used for washing dishes; diluted to 1/5 or 1/6 strength), and then wring the cloth well. Wipe once again with a sot, dry cloth, ‘The model number ofthis product may be found on the back of the unit; and the serial number on the label affixed to the back of the unit. You should note the made and serial numbers of this unit in the space provided, and retain this booklet as @ permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft. SERIAL NUMBER, MODEL NUMBER — WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.6. Use of a cart or stand When deciding on a cart or stan, bo aur fo follow the recommenda: tions for this unt inthe operating instructions. Before using this unit, be sure to read applicable items of the ‘operating instructions and these safety suggestions carefully; and afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as in the operating instructions 1. Avoid places where there is water or humidity. 7. Wall or ceiling installation Do not use this unit neara bathtub, & (Speaker system only) washbasin, swimming pool, or the ifthe units tobe mounted ona wall like, Damp basements should also or celling, be sure to do 80 only 2s, be avoided, recommended in the. operating instructions 2. Don't allow water orany foreign ‘ebject to get inside this unit. Don't place small metal objects or anything containing liquid on or near the unit, 8. check the voltage rating ofthis unit before connecting the unit to a power supply. Be sure to connect ine unt ony to tho typo of power supply Incoeted in te operating Insructions, or a8 Indiated on the uni teat 3. Avoid placement of the unit where it will be exposed to the 5S direct rays of the sun, or where a YW D ventilation is inadequate. Don't place this unit in a bookcase A “ ey; 5 ‘or between cabinets, oF where e Caen + Curtains or furniture may obstruct > 9. Concerning the power outlet of the ventilation hoes. this unit >, Th this unit has a builtin electric ower receptacle, be sure to con- nect only equipment with a power rating not exceeding that indicated by the receptacle of this unit. (Only 4, Place this unit away from heat- connect audio equipment to this emitting appliances. outlet.) Never place this unit neara radiator, heat register, stove, or any other heat-emitting equipment (including aripliiors). Care of the power cord and plug ‘Take care that the cord is not bent sharply (especially near its connec- tion to the unit or near the plug), that nothing is placed on it,and that itis not pinched or crushed. Never take hold ofthe plug or cord if your hand is wet, and always be sure to {grasp the plug body when connec- ting or disconnecting it 5. Placement Place the unit on astable, vibration- free, level shelf or stand,11. iF the unit wilt not be used for a long period of time: Be sure to disconnect the power cord, 12. Never attempt repairs yourself: (a)it the ‘power cord or plug is damaged, (b)If a foreign object or liquid falls into the unit, (c)If the unit is exposed to rain (a)If the unit does not function ‘normally, or if operation shows an unusual change. ()If the unithas been dropped and the cabinet or chassis is dam- aged...etc. Unplug the power cord and consult with a qualified technician (or the ealer from whom the unit was purchased or the nearest service center). Repairs Except foradjustments explained in the operating instructions, do not attempt any repairs yourself. Be sure fo request service fromaquall- fied technician (or your dealer or nearest service center). Maintonace Rete he operating instructions fordetals \unz. 15s Besure nat toleave theunitina en closed vehicle which Is sub- Ject to direct sunlight. This may cause the cabinet to become damaged or deformed. @ Equalization indicator: icator- @ Equalization-position indicator [© Tape-monitor indicator \Variable-range selector [© Band-level controls ® Power switch: © Equalization switch @ Tape-monitor selector © Equalization-position selector — |__ Variable-range indicators© Equalization indicator This indicator wil illuminate when the equalization switch® ‘set to the "on" (ll ~m) position. © Power indicator (power) This indicator will luminate when the power ewitch @ is tumedon, © Equalization-position indicator (EQ position) This indicator wl illuminate when the equalization-position selector @ is setto the "recout” (Mt — a) position. © Tape-monitor indicator This indicator will illuminate when the tape-monitor selector @ is set to the “tape” (.8— a )position. © Variable wi12dB: Set to this position to vary the level of the frequency response from + 12d8 to ~ 12. pecrr Set to this position to vary the level of the frequency response from +3 dB to ~3 4B. See page8, “MORE ABOUT THE VARIABLE-RANGE ‘SELECTOR ", for further information, range selector (variable range) © Band-level controts ‘When the variable-range selector @ is settto the "+1248" (= ) position, these controls can be used for continuously varying the level of each frequency response from +12 dB to 12 dB, and, if the selector @ is set to the “3 dB" (1m) position, these controls can be used for ‘continuously varying the level of each frequency response from +3 48 to ~3. @ Variable-range indicators (variable range) When the variable-range selector @ is set to tho "+12 dB' (a=) position, the indicators on the +12 48 side will illuminate, When the selector @ is sot to the “3 dB' (4.2) position, the indicators on the +3 dB side will illuminate, Note: If the equalization switch @ is set to the “oft” (mM) position, these indicators will not illuminate. © Tape-monitor selector (tape monitor) source: ‘Set to this position to listen tothe radio ora disc. tape: Seto this position to listen toa tape deck Note: ifthe equalization-position selector @ is set tothe 'source (=—)position and the equalization switch @ is set othe “on’"(it — position, the frequency response of the radi isc and tape deck can be controled, © Equalization-position selector (EQ position) source: Set to this position in order to control the frequency response under the following conditions: ‘¢When listening to the radio or a dise while the tape-monitor selector ® is sotto he ‘source’ (a —) position. ‘eWhen listening to a tape deck while the tape-monitor selector ® is setto the “tape” (lt -— =) position s=recout: ‘Set to this position in order to make a tape recording of a radio broadcast or a disc while controlling the frequency response. Also, compensated playback sound.can be heard at tis position. Not ‘The equalization switch @ must be set to the “on"* (4a) position, otherwise the frequency response cannot be controlled. © Power switch (power) This switch can be used to turn the power on and off © Equalization switch (EQ) ‘This switch can be used to turn the equalization circuitry on and off, i the switch is set to the “oft” position(.m—), input signals are sent directly to the output terminals, without passing through the frequency-equalization circuitry. When this switch is set to the “off” position (=), the band-level controls ® can be set to any posi- tion without affecting the signals, and signals can be heard even if the power switch @ Is inthe “off” position. Setto the “on” pasition( A )for control of the frequency response. The efficiency of this unit can be easily checked by alternately setting this ewitch to the “on” and “of positions. ‘See the “Operation” section of the separate sheet for further informationThis selector can be used to change the adjustment range of the frequency-response level from +12 dB to +8 dB, or from 2 +3 dB to +12 dB. For instance, when this selector is set to the 3 “12 dB" (m—_)position and the band-level controls ® ar 3 set as shown in figure 1, set this selector to the "+3 dB' = (4 =) position in order to change the trequency-response level as shown in figure 2. Bg If this selector is set to the "+12 dB" (m-—)position again, Frequency (Hz) Fig.1 the trequency-response level will return to that shown in figure Ww " = pe It this selectoris setto the "+3 dB'"(a1-~.m)position, the +3 48 Response (a8) side of the variable-range indicators @ wil iluminate, and, if — this selector is set to the "+12 dB""(m-—m Jposition, the +12 fequency (Hz) Mi {6B side of the variable-range indicators @ willilluminate, ‘The frequency response can be adjusted to the desired point, ‘©The 5 controls on the left are for adjustmentot the lett channel within a maximum range of 63 Hz to 16 kHz (the level can be frequency response, and the 5 on the right are for the right varied within an adjustment range of + 12dB or +348) by using channel, the10 band-leve! controls (5 each for the left and the right). ‘eThe 5 controls on the left and on the right are to be used for ‘adjustment of the frequencies shown below. (Each control hhas an adjustment range of +12 48 or +308.) ABlock: B Block: Block: 63 Hz 240 Hz 1 KHZ Although the frequency differs for each division, the actual ‘operation of the controls forall 5 divisions is the same.Total frequency response - i PT Petar Response (6B) let bat te me ad Frequency (Hz) we-70 end teal onto eae Frecuene Toeponns for’ Boke fete Waele (Seimzens cont ranea) ‘onion =i Contr requ Maximum output voltage 6 V (20 Hz~20 kHz) 63 Hz, 240 Hz, 1 kHz, 4 kHz, 16 KHz Ramet distortion+noise 0.02% (20 Hz~20 kHz) GENERAL inout cantons ae Peeee notion ew Soatteceots ato 9549(101BLINE WEA, 1 Vee persremels cee ieurincm it tage Sane aun Camera fae) sree omineestine ane (esuxeaeary omens re Hn eeean Rated output voltage 0.5 V (20 Hz~20 kHz, THD 0.02%)Panasonic Hawaii, Inc. 320 Walakamilo Road, Honolulu Panasonic, Company Panasonic Canada Division of Matsushita Electric jon of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America of Canada Ltd. 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