The Toshiba SR-220 is a record player that features an auto-return and auto-cut mechanism for convenience during playback. It incorporates a belt drive system and is powered by a 16-pole synchronous motor, ensuring consistent rotation at speeds of 33 1/3 and 45 RPM. The unit is designed to automatically raise the tonearm and return to its resting position when the record ends. It also includes a dedicated auto-cut switch which can perform this action while still playing. The SR-220 employs an anti-skating mechanism to help balance the audio channels, addressing tracking error up to ± 2 degrees. The turntable is constructed from aluminum die-cast with a weight of 1 kg to minimize vibrations. It features insulators to absorb vibrations from surfaces. The tonearm is a static balance S-shaped type, with an effective length of 222mm and a tracking error noted for adjustment. The playback cartridge is an MM type, specifically model C-230M, characterized by a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz and an output voltage of 3 mV at 1 kHz. In terms of power requirements, the SR-220 operates on 100 VAC and consumes between 5.5W to 6W depending on the frequency. Its dimensions are compact with a width of 448mm, height of 155mm, and depth of 363mm, keeping its weight at approximately 6.5 kg.
