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Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement

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Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement

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In this guide you will learn how to replace a broken or old needle on a Sony PS1100. The green needle cartridge is one solid component, that must be replaced together. The needle cannot simply be replaced by itself. The Sony VL-30G is the proper cartridge for the PS1100 Record player, and can be found in most record shops.

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    1. Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Remove the existing Cartridge from the player: step 1, image 1 of 3 Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Remove the existing Cartridge from the player: step 1, image 2 of 3 Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Remove the existing Cartridge from the player: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Place the Arm of the record player into the latch to ensure that it does not move during the needle replacement.

      • The arm must be fully locked into place

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    2. Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Remove the existing Cartridge: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Firmly grip both sides of the cartridge with your thumb and index fingers.

      • CAREFULLY pull the entire cartridge so that it slides out towards the front of the arm holding the needle.

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    3. Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Insert new needle cartridge: step 3, image 1 of 2 Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Insert new needle cartridge: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Using the New cartridge (Sony VL-30G) gently slide into the arm of the record player. It will click into place when inserted properly.

      • Be careful not to touch the needle when inserting the cartridge or else you risk breaking the new one.

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    4. Sony PS1100 Needle Cartridge Replacement, Test the new needle Cartridge: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Once the needle clicks into place, test the record player to ensure that the needle works properly.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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