The Yamaha P-850 is a sophisticated microcomputer-controlled, fully automatic turntable featuring independent tonearm positioning and cueing motors, an optimum mass tonearm, and a Quartz-Lock PLL servo system. The document serves as an owner's guide covering safety precautions, part identification, and initial setup.
| Servo System | Quartz-Lock PLL Servo System |
|---|---|
| Tonearm Type | Optimum Mass, Minimum Resonance Straight Tonearm |
| Motor Type | Independent Fonearm Positioning and Cueing Motors |
| Cartridge Weight Range | 2.5 to 10 grams |
| Stylus Height | about 6 mm |
Do not switch it off and on repeatedly. Simply switch it off, wait a little while, and switch it on again.
A stylus with a diamond tip should be replaced after every 200—300 hours of use.
When the tonearm is in the up position, the height of the stylus above the record should be about 6 mm.