Users Manual

FCC ID: AK8PSLX310BT

Users Manual

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Stereo Turntable System Getting Started

Listening to a Vinyl Record
Operating Instructions
Recording a Vinyl Record

Maintenance

Additional Information

PS-LX310BT

The AC adaptor is not available for repair and
Owner’s Record its use should be terminated immediately
when the AC adaptor is found damaged or
The model number and serial numbers defective.
are located at the bottom. Record these
numbers in the spaces provided below. CAUTION : RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Refer to these numbers whenever you DRY LOCATION USE ONLY
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product. Polarity of DC output of the AC adaptor
Model No. PS-LX310BT 
Serial No.________________
For the stereo turntable system
The name plate is located on the bottom of
the stereo turntable system.
WARNING
About the AC adaptor
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, The model name of the AC adaptor is located
do not expose this apparatus to rain or at the bottom of the AC adaptor.
moisture.
To check the firmware version of your
The AC adaptor is for use in dry, indoor turntable
locations. You can check the firmware version of your
turntable on the computer. Update the
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
firmware by downloading updates provided
ventilation opening of the appliance with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. on the Sony Support Page when the updates
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame are available.
sources (for example, lighted candles).
For the customers in the U.S.A.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, Important Safety Instructions
do not expose this appliance to dripping or 1) Read these instructions.
splashing, and do not place objects filled 2) Keep these instructions.
with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance. 3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
Do not install the appliance in a confined 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
The AC adaptor must not be covered over Install in accordance with the
by anything and should only be used in an manufacturer’s instructions.
ambient temperature of up to 40 °C (104 °F). 8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
The unit is not disconnected from the mains other apparatus (including amplifiers)
as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, that produce heat.
even if the unit itself has been turned off. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug.
As the main plug of AC power adaptor is A polarized plug has two blades with
used to disconnect the AC power adaptor one wider than the other. A grounding
from the mains, connect it to an easily type plug has two blades and a third
accessible AC outlet. grounding prong. The wide blade or the
Should you notice an abnormality in it, third prong are provided for your safety.
disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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10) Protect the power cord from being –– Connect the equipment into an outlet on
walked on or pinched particularly at a circuit different from that to which the
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the receiver is connected.
point where they exit from the apparatus. –– Consult the dealer or an experienced
11) Only use attachments/accessories radio/TV technician for help.
specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, CAUTION
bracket, or table specified by the You are cautioned that any changes or
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. modifications not expressly approved in this
When a cart is used, use caution when manual could void your authority to operate
moving the cart/apparatus combination this equipment.
to avoid injury from tip-over.
This equipment must not be co-located
or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning environment and meets the FCC radio
storms or when unused for long periods frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This
of time. equipment has very low levels of RF energy
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service that is deemed to comply without maximum
personnel. Servicing is required when permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).But
the apparatus has been damaged in any it is desirable that it should be installed and
way, such as power-supply cord or plug operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or or more away from person’s body.
objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain If you have any questions about this
or moisture, does not operate normally, product:
or has been dropped. Visit: www.sony.com/support
Contact: Sony Customer Information Service
NOTE: Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669)
This equipment has been tested and found Write: Sony Customer Information Service
to comply with the limits for a Class B Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 33913
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
interference in a residential installation. Trade Name : SONY
This equipment generates, uses and can Model Name : PS-LX310BT
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
installed and used in accordance with the Address : 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
instructions, may cause harmful interference 92127 USA
to radio communications. However, there Telephone No. : 858-942-2230
is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
equipment does cause harmful interference Rules. Operation is subject to the following
to radio or television reception, which can two conditions. (1) This device may not cause
be determined by turning the equipment harmful interference, and (2) this device
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to must accept any interference received,
correct the interference by one or more of including interference that may cause
the following measures: undesired operation.
–– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
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Features
PS-LX310BT is a stereo turntable system designed for analog playback of vinyl records.
Assemble your turntable to use it for the first time.

Your turntable does not have built-in speakers.
To listen to audio on vinyl records, either use an audio cable to connect to an audio
device or use the BLUETOOTH® function to connect to a BLUETOOTH wireless technology
enabled audio device, such as wireless speakers or wireless headphones.
You can record audio tracks from vinyl records, which are played using your turntable, to
a computer by connecting the turntable to a computer with a USB cable (not supplied)
and using recording software on the computer.

“Connecting via the audio cable” “Recording Audio
（page 13） Tracks onto a
Computer”
（page 19）

Audio cable USB Cable
(not supplied)

“Connecting with the BLUETOOTH
function”（page 14）

Note
• Be sure to connect to and use a BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled audio device with a volume
adjustment function. Audio tracks may be played at very loud volumes if you connect your turntable to a
device from which you cannot adjust the volume.
• Devices, including TVs, smartphones, and computers, cannot receive streams that are sent from your
turntable if the turntable is connected to a BLUETOOTH device.
• Your turntable is not an analog record player designed for DJ (Disk Jockey) use. Stopping or reversing the
rotation of the vinyl record by hand will cause malfunctions.

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Table of Contents

Owner’s Record................................ 2
Features............................................ 5
Parts and Controls.............................7

Getting Started
Checking the Supplied Items..........10
Assembling the Turntable............... 11
Connecting Your Turntable............. 13

Listening to a Vinyl Record
Playing a Vinyl Record.....................16

Recording a Vinyl Record
Recording Audio Tracks onto a
Computer.........................................19

Maintenance
Cleaning the Stylus..........................22
Replacing the Stylus........................22
Replacing the Drive Belt..................23
Cleaning the Dust Cover and the
Turntable Body................................23

Additional Information
Precautions..................................... 24
Troubleshooting............................. 25
Repair Services............................... 26
Specifications..................................27
Index............................................... 28
Customer Support Websites.......... 28

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• Dust cover hinges (2)*
Getting Started
Checking the Supplied • AC adaptor (1)
Items
Make sure that you have all of the supplied
accessories listed below. If you find
anything missing, contact your dealer or the
customer support website. (See page 28.)
• Platter (with drive belt) (1)
• Operating Instructions (this manual)
* The 45 rpm adaptor and dust cover hinges are
attached to a side surface of your turntable's
packaging material.

Note
Keep the packaging materials in case you need to
transport your turntable for repair.
• Mat for the platter (1)

• Dust cover (1)

• 45 rpm adaptor (1)*
Place the 45 rpm adaptor on the spindle
to play a 7 in (17 cm) vinyl record (EP
record).
When you are not using the 45 rpm
adaptor, keep it in its storage hole.

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Attaching the platter
Assembling the
Turntable
1 Place the platter on the spindle.
Note Keep the platter level while placing it on
• When you purchased your turntable, a stylus's the spindle.
protective cover was attached to the stylus.
Leave on the cover as you assemble your
turntable.
• Do not connect your turntable to a power outlet
with the AC adaptor until you are finished with
assembly.
Platter
• The stylus is a high precision component. Do not

Getting Started
touch the stylus while handling it. Touching the
stylus with your fingers, or banging the stylus Motor
into the platter, may cause damage to the stylus. pulley
• To move your turntable after assembling the
turntable,
Spindle
‒‒ attach the stylus's protective cover,
‒‒ remove the platter, and
‒‒ pass a string through the hole in the tone arm
rest and fix the tone arm and the tone arm
rest.

Precautions on placement Note
Hold the platter firmly so as not to drop the
platter as it may cause personal injuries or
• Place the unit on a level surface. damage to your turntable.
• Avoid placing the unit near electrical
appliances (such as a television, hair 2 Turn the platter to the position
dryer, or fluorescent lamp) which may where you can see the motor pulley
cause hum or noise. through the rectangular hole with
• Place the unit where it will not be subject the tips of the red ribbon taped on
to any vibration, such as from speakers, the platter.
slamming of doors, etc.
• Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,
Motor pulley
extremes of temperature, and excessive
dust and moisture.
• Keep the unit away from electronic Red ribbon
devices that may emit radio waves or
electromagnetic noise.

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3 Peel off the adhesive tape, pull and Attaching the dust cover
hold the red ribbon, and then hook
the drive belt around the motor
pulley. 1 Insert the supplied dust cover
hinges to the hinge pockets on the
dust cover.
Hinge pockets

Dust cover hinges
Note
• Be careful to not let the drive belt twist. If the
drive belt is twisted while placing it around
the motor pulley, the speed will become 2 Align the attached hinges with the
unstable and the platter will stop after it hinge pockets on the rear of your
begins rotating. If this happens, place the turntable and push in the dust
drive belt around the motor pulley again.
• When placing the drive belt around the
cover.
platter, do not stretch the drive belt roughly.
Doing so degrades the drive belt, which
causes the sound's pitch to fluctuate and be
too high.
• If the drive belt comes off of the platter's
inner circle while you are placing the drive
belt around it, temporarily remove the
platter. Turn the platter over and wind the
drive belt around the circumference of the
inner circle. Then, start again from the
beginning of the procedure.
• Be sure to remove the red ribbon after you
place the drive belt around the motor pulley.
The red ribbon is intended to help you with
this work. Placing the drive belt around the
motor pulley is still possible without the red Tip
ribbon. The red ribbon is no longer needed To remove the dust cover from the turntable,
once you have attached the platter. fully open the dust cover, grasp both sides
near the bottom of the cover, and then gently
4 Place the mat for the platter onto pull it out in the upward direction.
the platter.

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2 Switch the OUTPUT SELECT switch
Connecting Your on the back of the turntable
Turntable according to the connected audio
device's jack.
• If the audio device has a PHONO
Connecting via the audio input jack (connected to the PHONO
input jack)
cable Set the switch to PHONO. An audio
signal from the MM cartridge is output
Note from the audio cable without passing
• Be sure to turn off the audio device, such as a through the phono preamp built into
stereo system or an amplifier, before connection. the turntable. The phono preamp for

Getting Started
• Be sure to make all the connections before you
the audio device is used.
connect the AC adaptor to a power outlet.

1 Connect the audio cable, which • If the audio device does not have a
PHONO input jack (connected to the
comes out from the back of the
AUX input jack, VIDEO input jack,
turntable, to the PHONO input jack,
etc.)
AUX input jack, or analog input jack
Set the switch to LINE. The audio signal
for the audio device. that passes through the phono
Connect the white plug to the white (L) preamp built into the turntable is
jack and the red plug to the red (R) jack. output from the audio cable.

Note
• If you are only using the BLUETOOTH
connection and not connecting the turntable
to another device using the audio cable,
place the audio cable so that its metal tips
do not touch each other or any metallic parts
from racks or other devices. Then, set the
Note OUTPUT SELECT switch to LINE to use the
Be sure to insert the plugs firmly into the jacks. turntable.
Loose connection will cause playback noises. • Connecting the audio cable to the PHONO
input jack and setting the OUTPUT SELECT
switch to LINE may produce a very loud
sound that may break the amp or speaker.
Always set the switch to PHONO when
connecting to the PHONO input jack.
Connecting the audio cable to an analog
input jack, such as an AUX input jack, and
setting the OUTPUT SELECT switch to PHONO
produces only a very quiet sound. Always set
the switch to LINE when connecting to the
analog input jack.
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2 Use the SPEED rotary switch knob to
Listening to a Vinyl select the rotation speed
Record appropriate for the vinyl record.

Playing a Vinyl Record
Note
• Before you play a vinyl record, turn down the
audio device's volume. The loud, crackling noise
made by the tone arm descending and the
stylus coming into contact with the vinyl record
could damage the speakers or audio device.
Wait until the stylus has completely descended, SPEED rotary switch
knob
and then adjust the volume.
• Even new vinyl records may produce a crackling
noise when you play them. Please note that this
noise is a characteristic of playing vinyl records.
Also, be aware of the storage practices for vinyl
records, as dust and dirt that stick to the vinyl
records when they are taken out of their sleeves
may cause noise.

1 Place a vinyl record onto the platter.
Vinyl record Tip
The rotation speed is usually printed on the
center label of the vinyl record or the record
jacket.

3 Use the SIZE rotary switch knob to
select the size (in inches) of the
vinyl record.
Set it to “12” for LP records, or “7” for EP
records.

Note
Place only one vinyl record on the platter at a
time.

To play 7 in (17 cm) vinyl records (EP
records)
SIZE rotary switch knob
Place the supplied 45 rpm adaptor on the
spindle to play 7 in (17 cm) vinyl records (EP
record).
When you have finished using the 45 rpm
adaptor, keep it in its storage hole.

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Note
Recording a Vinyl A recording application is not assured to work
successfully:
Record –– on every computer with one of the listed
operating systems
–– on a homemade computer
Recording Audio Tracks –– on a computer with a user-upgraded operating
system
onto a Computer –– on a multi-boot computer
–– with the power-saving features of the computer:
You can use a USB cable (not supplied) to System Suspend or Sleep (Standby)
connect your turntable to a computer, and
then record audio tracks from the vinyl
record to your computer.
Connecting to a computer
Note
• You need to install recording software on the
computer to record audio tracks. If no recording
software is installed, you cannot record audio 1 Connect a computer to your
tracks, even if you connect a computer to your turntable.

Recording a Vinyl Record
turntable. Set up any music recording software
(not included). You can also use freeware, such
as Audacity®. Download Audacity from the
following URL.
http://www.audacityteam.org/
Sony does not offer support for this software.
• The USB output signals can be used only for
recording, not for playback.

To the USB
port
System requirements
Windows
USB cable (not
OS: supplied)
Windows 7 (32/64 bit)
Windows 8.1 (32/64 bit)
Windows 10 (32/64 bit)
To the USB
(The latest service pack is required.) port
Mac
OS: Computer (not
Mac OS X 10.9 supplied)
Mac OS X 10.10
Mac OS X 10.11
macOS 10.12
macOS 10.13
macOS 10.14

Any operating systems other than the listed
ones are not supported.
The standard driver software of Windows
and Mac is supported. No installation of the
dedicated driver software is needed.

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• Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm
Incorporated, registered in the United States
Additional Information and other countries, used with permission.
aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm
Precautions Technologies International, Ltd., registered
in the United States and other countries,
On safety used with permission.
• Before operating the unit, check that the • The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are
operating voltage of your unit is identical registered trademarks owned by the
with that of your local power supply. Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the marks by Sony Corporation is under license.
cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked • All other trademarks and registered
by qualified personnel before operating it trademarks are trademarks or registered
any further. trademarks of their respective holders. In
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.
not to be used for an extended period of
time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by
the plug.
Never pull the cord itself.

On repacking
Keep the carton and packing materials. They
provide an ideal container to transport the
unit. If you have any question or problem
concerning your unit that is not covered in this
manual, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.

Note on recording

The recorded music is limited to private use
only. Use of the music beyond this limit
requires permission of the copyright holders.

Trademarks
• IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation.
• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are
either trademarks or registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
• Mac, Mac OS and macOS are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm
Technologies International, Ltd.

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The platter does not turn. The BLUETOOTH wireless communication
• Make sure that the AC adaptor is firmly range is short.
connected to a power outlet and the DC IN Try the following.
12V jack on your turntable. • If there are other electronic devices
• Make sure that the drive belt is completely connected to your turntable and the
hooked around the motor pulley. (See page playback device, disconnect them.
12.) • Connect the turntable to a power outlet to
which a microwave is not connected.
Playback sound is too low in volume or • Place the turntable on a table not made of
distorted. metal.
Make sure that the OUTPUT SELECT switch
selection on your turntable matches the type of
the input jacks on the audio device used for
connection with the turntable. (See page 13.) Repair Services
When you find your turntable not working
properly, first review the suggestions listed in
BLUETOOTH connections “Troubleshooting” to find out if your problem
needs repair.

You cannot pair via the BLUETOOTH
If the suggestions do not help solving the
wireless technology.
problem, contact your dealer or the customer
• If there are playback devices, which support support website. (See page 28.)
BLUETOOTH wireless technology nearby, that
have the BLUETOOTH function enabled, but Spare components retention period:
some of them are not the device with which Sony retains functional turntable components
you want to pair, disable their BLUETOOTH for repair (components required to maintain
function and try pairing again. the turntable functions) for at least eight years
• The procedure for turning on the pairing after discontinuation of the product, as
mode differs depending on the playback instructed by the Ministry of Economy, Trade
device that supports BLUETOOTH wireless and Industry of Japan, and will provide repair
technology. For details, refer to the user's services during this retention period.
instructions supplied with the device. Depending on the component that needs
repair, however, repair services may still be
You cannot connect your turntable to the provided beyond the retention period. For
playback device, which supports more information, contact the customer
BLUETOOTH wireless technology, to which support website. (See page 28.)
you want to connect.
If there are playback devices, which support Before you contact your dealer or the customer
BLUETOOTH wireless technology nearby, that support website (page 28), you are advised
have the BLUETOOTH function enabled, but to have the following information at hand:
some of them are not the device to which you • Model number: PS-LX310BT
want to connect, disable their BLUETOOTH • Serial number at the bottom of your
function. turntable:
• Description of the defect(s): Please describe
You cannot connect your smartphone, TV, as much as you can.
or computer. • Date of your purchase:
Your turntable can use the BLUETOOTH • Your dealer name:
function to send data to playback devices that
support BLUETOOTH wireless technology; If the stylus or the drive belt is damaged or
however, because your turntable cannot worn out due to improper use, repair services
receive data from smartphones, TVs, or will be provided at your expense.
computers, your turntable cannot connect to
them.

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BLUETOOTH section
Specifications Communication system
BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.2
Output
Motor and Platter BLUETOOTH Specification Power
Drive system Class 2
Belt-drive Maximum communication range
Motor Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 feet)*1
DC motor Frequency band
Platter 2.4 GHz band
296 mm dia. (aluminum die-cast) Modulation method
Speeds FHSS
33 1/3 and 45 rpm, 2 speed Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles*2
Wow and flutter A2DP 1.3
0.1% (WRMS) Supported Codecs*3
S/N ratio SBC*4, Qualcomm® aptX™
More than 50 dB (DIN-B) with the Transmission range (A2DP)
supplied cartridge 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz)
Tone Arm *1 The actual range will vary depending on factors
Type such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields
Dynamic balanced J shaped arm around a microwave oven, static electricity, cordless
phone, reception sensitivity, antenna's performance,
Effective arm length
operating system, software application, etc.
197 mm
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose

Additional Information
of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
USB Connectivity *3 Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion
Output port format
USB2.0 Plug-in power Type-B *4 Subband Codec
Powered by PC (DC5V 100 mA)

Design and specifications are subject to
Cartridge
change without notice.
Type
MM
Stylus pressure
3g
Output level
2.5 mV

General
Power supply
DC 12 V 0.8 A (AC adaptor)
Power consumption
1.8 W
Dimensions
430 mm x 108 mm x 367 mm
(17 in x 4 3/8 in x 14 1/2 in)
(width/height/depth)
Weight
Approx. 3.5 kg (7 Ib 11 1/2 oz)
AC adaptor
Input
AC 100-240 V 0.35 A 50/60 Hz
Output
DC 12 V 0.8 A (AC adaptor)

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Customer Support Index
Websites 45 rpm adaptor...................................... 10, 16
audio cable..................................................13
For information about purchasing spare
cartridge body........................................ 8, 22
components, accessories, and other support
dust cover hinges............................... 7, 10, 12
services, visit the customer support website
headshell......................................................8
designated to your area of residency.
Mat for the platter.............................. 7, 10, 12
For customers in Europe: noise............................................................ 25
http://www.sony.eu/support platter.............................................7, 10, 11, 26
pulley......................................................11, 23
For customers in the U.S.A.: rotation speed............................................ 16
http://esupport.sony.com/US spindle......................................................7, 11
tone arm....................................... 8, 16, 17, 25
For customers in Canada: USB port............................................. 9, 19, 25
http://esupport.sony.com/CA/

For customers in other countries/
regions:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support

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Additional Information

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