Pioneer A-J7 User manual

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STEREO AMPLIFIER
AMPLIFICATEUR STEREO
STEREOVERSTARKER
AMPLIFICATORE STEREO
STEREO-VERSTERKER
STEREOFORSTARKARE
AMPLIFICATORE STEREO
AMPLIFICADOR ESTEREOFONICO
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WARNING: To PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT 1
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral CAUTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
triangle, is intended to alert the user of the presence of TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO intended to alert the user of the presence of important
uninsulated ‘‘dangerous voltage’’ within the product’s NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER- operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO the literature accompanying the appliance.
a risk of electric shock to persons. QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

IMPORTANT 2
if the apparatus is fitted with AC mains power outlet(s),
see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient
connection of additional Hi-Fi componentis)}. Make all
connections to the AC outlet(s) and the signal terminals
first. Connect the plug to the wall socket last, make
sure that the power switch is off.
FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
marking identifying the terminals in your plug proceed
as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured btack.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured red.
Equipment sold in the U.K. is not supplied with a power
plug.
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CAUTION
SPEAKER IMPEOANCE
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Illustration
not applicable
to U.K. model.

Thank you for buying this PIONEER product. :
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how
to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the
instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
SPECIFICATIONS
CONNECTIONS
PANEL FACILITIES
SPECIFICATIONS
Amplifier Section
DIN continuous power output (both channels driven)
Continuous power output (both channels driven)
20 Hz to 20 kHz, T.H.D. 0.1 % 40... 35 W + 35 W
Total harmonic distortion*
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CD+TUNER
DAT, LINE 1, LINE 2, TAPE PLAY, ADAPTOR IN
Overload Level
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Frequency Response
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CONTENTS
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“This product complies with the Radio Interference require-
ments of the EC (European Community) Directive 87/308/EEC.”
In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power
outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory
drawings. However, the method of connecting and operating the unit
is the same.
Miscellaneous
Power Requirements
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* Specifications and design subject to possible modification without
notice due to improvements.
* Measured By Audio Spectrum Analyzer.
** Measured with the DIRECT switch set to on.
LOCATION
Install the amplifier in a well ventilated location where it
will not be exposed to high temperature or humidity.
Do not install the amplifier in a location which is exposed to direct rays
of the sun, or near to hot appliances or radiators. Excessive heat can
adversely affect the cabinet and internal components. Installation of
the amplifier in a damp or dusty environment may result in malfunction
or accident. (Also avoid installation near cookers etc., where the ampli-
fier may be exposed to smoke from oil, steam or heat.)
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CONNECTIONS
Components to be connected (See page 2.)
() Turntable
@ CD player or tuner (FD-J7 etc.)
(3) Power cord
Connect this cord to an AC wall socket, or the AC outlet of an optional
FD-J7.
(4) To AC outlet
©) Speaker system (L)
© Speaker system (R)
@) Cassette deck
Digital audio tapedeck
(9) To stereo CD tuner (FD-J7)*
(@ To Double cassette deck (T-J7)*
* Connect here when using only the T-J7 and/or FD-J7.
When using the T-J7 or FD-J7, be sure to connect here. You can then
use such functions as auto function and A:S.E.S. (Auto Synchro
Editing System).
a OUT jack (only when using the FD-J7)
Connect to the CONTROL IN jack of a component bearing the Kil mark.
If you connect to another Pioneer component bearing the mark,
remote control is possible by pointing the component’s remote control
unit at the FD-J7 CD tuner and operating. This unit cannot receive
remote control signals.
@ LINE terminals (Other audio devices)
CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS
Connect a speaker system with an impedance level of 4 to 16 ohms.
1. Remove the vinyl insulation and twist the wire.
2. Unscrew the terminal, and push the wire into the hole.
3. Tighten the terminal to fix the wire.
NOTE:
Make sure cord wires connected to the terminals do not stick out and
touch other wires. If this occurs, the component may malfunction.
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CONNECTING INPUT/OUTPUT CORDS
Connect the white plug to the L (left) side, and the red plug to the R
(right) side. Be sure to insert the plugs securely.
Left channel
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Red plug
CONNECTION OF A GRAPHIC EQUALIZER OR AN
AUDIO ADAPTOR
NOTE:
Remove the shorting bars only when connecting a graphic equalizer to
ADAPTOR terminals. Always keep the bars inserted while the terminals
are not in use, and take care not to lose them.
Shorting bars
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Graphic equalizer
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD
If you use it in conjunction with the FD-J7 stereo CD tuner, connect
to the FD-J7’s power outlet.
AC OUTLET (SWITCHED)
Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the
amplifier’s POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption of
connected equipment should not exceed 100 W.
NOTE:
© Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such
as heaters, irons, or television sets to the AC OUTLET in order
to avoid overheating or fire risk.
¢ When using the T-J7 Double cassette deck, connect the T-/7's
power cord.

PANEL FACILITIES
[FRONT PANEL]
STEREO AMPLIFIER 47
VOLUME/BAL ANCE
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@) POWER switch
On: When set to the on position, power is supplied and the unit
becomes operational.
Off: When in the off position, power flow is cut and the unit is turned
off.
When the FD-J7 is connected to other components, it acts as the main
power supply for the system. The FD-J7’s remote control unit can be
used to switch power to the system on and off.
@ SOUND CHARACTER
Select your desired tone setting from MILD 1 to 3, FLAT, and HARD
1 to 4.
NOTE:
This control does not operate when DIRECT switch is in the on position.
‘@) DIRECT switch/indicator
On (indicator lights):
The input signal does not pass through sound adjusting circuitry such
as sound character or balance, so it is more faithfully reproduced.
Off (Indicator goes out):
In this position, you can switch sound character and adjust balance.
NOTE:
When this is on, sound character switching, balance adjustment, and
the use of components connected to the adaptor jack are impossible.
@) INPUT SELECTOR switch/indicators
Each time you press the switch, the source changes in the order LINE
2, LINE 1, DAT, PHONO, CD+TUNER. Press the required number of
times to select your desired source.
©) MUTING switch/indicator
On (Indicator lights):
Press when you want to temporarily cut sound.
Off (Indicator goes out):
When you press it again, sound returns to its original level.
¢ When recording using a timer in conjunction with the FD-J7 and T-J7, .
muting automatically switches on during timer recording.
© VOLUME control
Use to adjust the volume level.
@ BALANCE control
Ordinarily, leave it in the center position. Adjust left and right balance
when necessary.
NOTE:
This control does not operate when the DIRECT switch is in the on
position. :
PHONES jack
When using headphones, insert the plug into this jack. The output to
the speakers is cut automatically when connecting headphones.
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OPERATIONS
BEFORE BEGINNING OPERATIONS
1. Turn VOLUME knob fully to the left, to the MIN position.
2. Switch POWER on.
© If interconnected with the CD-tuner (FD-J7), this unit’s power will
not turn on unless the CD-tuner’s power is on.
3. Turn BALANCE knob to the center position.
4. Select your desired position with DIRECT switch.
¢ When it is on, you cannot switch sound character, make balance
adjustments, or use a component connected to the adaptor jack.
PLAYBACK PROCEDURES
5. Select the source with the input selector switch.
© To listen to the tuner or a CD, switch to CD+- TUNER.
* To listen to a tape on cassette deck, select TAPE.
¢ If you want to listen to a record, select PHONO.
© For playback from a DAT deck, select DAT.
* Select LINE to enjoy playback from other audio components.
OPERATION (Play)
The Auto Function
When used in combination with the FD-J7 CD tuner and the T-J7
cassette deck, this unit’s INPUT SELECTOR switches automatically
when the CDeTuner or deck are operated.
¢ If you press the CD tuner CD play key or the tuner. band key, it
switches to CD» TUNER.
© If you press the cassette deck play key, it switches to TAPE.
6. Selecting SOUND CHARACTER (Tone mode)
You can select any one of the eight available modes, MILD 1 to 3,
FLAT, HARD 1 to 4, to get just the sound you want. Sound character
divides the full range of frequencies into three frequency bands.
Changing the levels of these bands creates a variety of tonal effects.
MILD3
This boosts mid-range frequencies while
cutting low-range frequencies. Ideal when
listening to news programs.
MILD2
This boosts mid-range frequencies, making it
ideal for vocal sources.
MILD1
This has the same characteristics as MILD2
and MILD3, but by shifting the phase, it acts
as a wide mode to give you a sound with a
more spacious feel.
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FLAT
This is the flat position which gives you sound
unaltered by equalization adjustments.
HARD1
By boosting low-range frequencies, this gives
you a rich bass sound even in rooms that tend
to absorb low frequency sounds. Like MILD1,
it acts as a wide mode.
HARD2
This strongly boosts low-range frequencies to
give you a powerful bass sound. Particularly
useful when you are using small speakers.
HARD3
This boosts both low-range and high-range
frequencies to give you a good sound even
when listening at low volume levels. Equivalent
to Loudness.
HARD4
The same as HARD3, but providing much
stronger boost characteristics. Equivalent to
Loudness.
7. Starting Play
Operate the desired component to start play.
8. Adjust volume level with VOLUME control.
NOTE:
/f MUTING is on, there will be no sound.
Make sure MUTING indicator is off.
RECORDING TO AUDIO TAPE
‘Record to the cassette deck connected to the TAPE jacks.
(For cassette deck operation, refer to the deck’s operation manual.)
1. Select the source to record from with the Input Selector switch.
(Select a source other than TAPE).
' 2. Operate the cassette deck to begin recording.
NOTE: ‘
Recording via an adaptor connected to ADAPTOR jack is not possible.
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_ damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock. .
TROUBLESHOOTING
Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the
points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used.
If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer
to carry out repair work.
There’s no power ¢ The power plug is connected to the power outlet | ¢ Switch on the power to the other component
of another component, such as a timer, and (FD-J7)
power to the other component {FD-J7) is
switched off.
There’s no sound * Cords are incorrectly connected © Connect correctly
* The input selector switch is not in the appropriate} * Make sure the input selector switch is in the
position for the component being operated correct position.
¢ Operation of other components is incorrect © Refer to the operation manuals of other
components
¢ Muting is on © Switch off
* When you are using an adaptor, the adaptor power | © Switch adaptor power on
is switched off
¢ Sound character and balance
have no effect
* There’s no sound when the
adaptor is used
¢ DIRECT switch is on © Switch it off
* Connections are incorrect
© Incorrect operation of the cassette deck
You can't record to tape ° Connect properly
* Refer to the cassette deck’s operation manual
There’s no sound from one
speaker
'e The connecting cord on one side has come loose
¢ The balance knob is turned all the way to oné
side
* Connect correctly
¢ Turn the knob to the center position
POWER-CORD CAUTION
MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES
* Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.
* When the surfaces are very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped
in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water, and
wrung out well, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use *
furniture wax or cleaners.
¢ Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays and other
chemicals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the
surfaces.
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not puil out the plug by tugging
the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as
this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit,
a piece of furniture, etc,. on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords
should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A
Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask
your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a
replacement.
Published by Pioneer Electronic Corporation.
Copyright © 1990 Pioneer Electronic Corporation. -
All rights reserved.
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