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OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE
9A10000000
ST-C150
Compact Stereo Hi-Fi System


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CAUTION
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DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO
EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE WITHIN!
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IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,
CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE
PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
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Do not expose this apparatus to dripps or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
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Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book
case or similar unit.
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The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC
outlet with its POWER switch in the off position.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
· Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving
antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipments not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance will void the
user's warranty.
For U.S.A.
CAUTION Regarding Placement
To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space
around the unit (from the largest outer dimensions including
projections) equal to, or greater than, shown below.
Left and Right Panels
: 4" (10 cm)
Rear Panel
: 4" (10 cm)
Top Panel
: 20" (50 cm)


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Contents
Sommaire
Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully
to get the best performance from this unit.
Nous vous remercions pour l'achat d'un appareil TEAC. Lire
ce manuel avec attention pour obtenir les meilleures
performances possibles de cet appareil.
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Handling Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Names of Each Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Listening to a Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to Replace the Stylus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Avant l'utilisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Manutention des disques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Branchement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Nomenclatures des controles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Écoute de disque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Écoute de la radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Comment remlacer l'aiguille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Dépanage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Spécifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19


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Handling Records
Before Use
Read this before operation
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As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave
sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.
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The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as
printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding
this matter, consult an electrician.
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Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid
placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also
avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat,
cold or moisture.
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Do not place the unit on an amplifier/receiver or any other
electronic device that generates heat.
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Do not open the sealed cabinet as this might result in damage
to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should
get into the set, contact your dealer or service agency.
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When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always
pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.
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Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as
this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth or a
cleaner specifically formulated for plastics.
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Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK
Do NOT lift or move the unit during playback. Doing so may
damage the record.
WHEN MOVING THIS UNIT
When changing places of installation or packing the unit for
moving, be sure to remove the record. Moving this unit with
the record loaded may result in damage to this unit. If the
unit is to be packed and moved a large distance, it is also
advisable to tighten the turntable transport locking screw.
See Page ?? for instructions.
Beware of condensation
When the unit (or a record) is moved from a cold to a warm
place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a
danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on
the internal mechanism, making correct operation erratic or
impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the unit for
one or two hours with the power turned on. The unit will
stabilize at the temperature of its surroundings.
Maintenance
Always keep the turntable clean.
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth or
use diluted mild liquid soap. Be sure to remove any excess
completely. Do not use thinner, benzine or alcohol as they
may damage the surface of the unit. Allow the surface of the
unit to dry completely before using
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Keep your records away from dust. Keep them in a cool, dry
place.
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To avoid dust and scratches, keep records in their sleeves and
jackets when not in use.
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Store records upright on their edges. Records stored
horizontally will eventually bend and warp.
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Do not expose records to direct sunlight or high humidity and
temperature. Long exposure to high temperatures will warp
the record.
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Do not store your records in the trunk of your car. The
temperatures in a closed trunk can ruin your collection.
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Store records in an area with stable temperature and
humidity.
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Should the record become dirty, gently wipe the surface in a
circular motion, using a soft anti-static cloth.
Many commercial record cleaning systems are available from
many retailers or on-line. TEAC does not endorse any specific
product but, depending on the condition of your record
collection, it may be advisable to look into one of these
systems. Clean records protect your stylus from undue wear.
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Do not touch grooves. Handle records by the edges or the
label only, with clean hands. Skin oils from even clean hands
can leave a residue on the record surface that will gradually
deteriorate the quality of your record.
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grooves
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CAUTION
The product must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
no object filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed
on the product.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a
book-case or similar unit.


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ENGLISH
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Connection
FM antenna
While in FM mode, tune in an FM station and extend the lead
to find the best position for the reception. This antenna may
need to be repositioned if you move your unit to a new
location.
LINE OUT jacks
You can connect this unit to an external amplifier, cassette
tape deck, etc.
Connect the component with RCA pin cords. Make sure to
connect the white plug to the white jacks (Left) and the red
plug to the red jacks (Right).
Note:
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This output jack is a "line level" output. Do NOT connect to
the "PHONO" jack on your amplifier or distortion may occur.
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The volume level of line output cannot be adjusted by the
VOLUME control knob of this unit. Use the volume control of
your amplifier to adjust the volume.
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Speakers
Connect the left speaker's plug to L, and the right speaker's
plug to R.
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When using speakers other than those supplied with the
system, the impedance should be 6 ohms or more.
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Do not connect anything other than speakers to these
terminals.
AC Power Cord
Plug this AC power cord into an AC wall socket of the proper
voltage.
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LINE IN
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Amplifier, Cassete Tape Deck,
CD-R, MD, etc.