Pioneer CT-S800 User manual

Operating
Instructions
STEREO CASSETTE DECK
CT-Ssoo
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 ina safe
place for future reference.
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.
WARNING: to prevent FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
[For U.S. and Canadian models]
The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear
panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed
warranty card and keep in a secure area. This is for your
security.
[For Canadian model]
CAUTION: To prEVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
ATTENTION: pour prevENIR LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE
AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
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AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
Only multi-voltage models are provided with this switch.
U.S., Canadian, European, U.K., and Australian models are
not provided with this switch.
Main voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127V and 220V only.
Never use this model with 110V setting in Saudi Arabia.
The line voltage selector switch is on the rear panel. Before
your model is shipped from the factory, this switch is set
to the power requirements of the destination. Check that
it is set properly before plugging the power cord into the
AC outlet. If the voltage is not properly set or if you move
to an area where the voltage requirements differ, adjust the
selector switch as follows.
1. Disconnect the power cord.
2. Use a medium-size screwdriver.
3. Insert the screwdriver into the groove on the voltage
selector, and adjust so that the tip of the arrow points
to the voltage value of your area.
Medium-size screwdriver
“This
product
is
manufactured
to
comply
with
the
radio
interference
requirements
of
EEC
Directive
76/889/EEC
and
82/499/EEC.”’
@) PIONEER’
The future of sound and vision.

IMPORTANT 1
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equi-
lateral triangle, is intended to alert the user of 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.
IMPORTANT 2
If the apparatus is fitted with AC mains power out-
let(s), see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient
connection of additional Hi-Fi component(s). 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.
READ INSTRUCTIONS —All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNING — All warnings on the appliance
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE — The appliance should
not be used near water — for example, near a
bathtub, washbow/l, kitchen sink, laundry tub, ina
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
LOCATION — The appliance should be installed in a
stable location.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The appliance
should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
VENTILATION — The appliance should be situated
so that its location or position does not interfere
with its proper ventilation. For example, the ap-
pliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug,
or similar surface that may block the ventilation
openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such
as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the
flow of air through the ventilation openings.
HEAT — The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES —The appliance .should be
connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply
cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the appliance.
POLARIZATION -—- If your purchased product is
provided with a polarized power plug, please read
the following instructions. This product is
equipped with a polarized alternating current line
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
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EQUIPMENT Waa
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK), NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor-
dance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
located away from power lines.
NONUSE PERIODS — The power cord of the
appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Care should be
taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are
not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — The appliance
should be serviced by a Pioneer authorized ser-
vice center or qualified service personnel when:
The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance; or
The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
The appliance does not appear to operate nor-
mally or exhibits a marked change in perfor-
mance; or
@ = = The appliance has been dropped: or the enclosure
damaged.
SERVICING — The user should not attempt to
service the appliance beyond that described in the
operating instructions. For all other servicing,
contact the nearest Pioneer authorized service
center.
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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user of the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
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 black.
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
@ power plug.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING -—~ If an out-
side antenna is connected to the antenna termi-
nal, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built up static charges.
In the U.S.A. section 810 of the National Elec-
trical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding elec-
trodes, and requirements for the grounding elec-
trode. See Fig. A.
Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm?) cop-
per, No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm?) alu-
minum, No. 17 AWG (1.0 mm?)
copperclad steel, bronze wire, or
larger as ground wire.
Secure antenna lead-in and
ground wires to house with
stand-off insulators spaced from
4 feet (1.22 meters) to 6 feet
(1.83 meters) apart.
Mount antenna discharge unit as
closely as possible to where lead-
in enters house.
Use jumper wire not smaller than
No.6 AWG (13.3 mm?) copper,
or the equivalent, when a sepa-
rate antenna- grounding electrode
is used.
See NEC Section 810-21 (j).
STAND-OFF
INSULATORS b
ANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA
TERMINALS OF PRODUCT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT c
GROUND
WIRE a,b
GROUND
plug.
CLEANING — The appliance should be cleaned only
with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never
clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or
other volatile liquids since they may corrode the
cabinet.
POWER LINES — An outdoor antenna should be
POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(e.g. interior metat water pipe)
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CGR OPTIONAL ANTENNA
Cb GROUNDING ELECTRODE
DRIVEN 8 FEET (2.44 m)
INTO THE EARTH
If REQUIRED BY
LOCAL CODES SEE
NEC SECTION 810-21 (f).
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INSTALLATION
CONTENTS
How
to
Obtain
Good
Quality
Recordings
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73
Timer-Playback
(wake-up
playback)
.......
Timer-Recording
(unattended
recording)
...
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Dolby
NR
&
Dolby
HX
PRO
.............
How
to
Handle
Cassette
Tapes
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Maintenance
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Troubleshooting
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Specifications
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When
installing
the
deck,
avoid
locations
with
high
temperature
or
humidity,
and
be
sure
that
the
location
is
well
ventilated.
Do
not
install
the
deck
in
locations
subject
to
direct
sunlight,
or
next
to
a
space
heater
or
other
heating
device,
since
the
finish
or
internal
parts
may
be
affected
adversely.
Malfunctions
may
also
result
if
the
unit
is
installed
in
a
humid
or
dusty
location.
Also
avoid
installations
next
to
kitchen
counters
or
other
places
subject
to
oily
smoke
or
heat.
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Lon
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If
you
place
the
unit
directly
on
top
of
an
amplifier,
it
may
pick
up
humming
or
other
noise.
Also,
if
the
amplifier
generates
a
large
amount
of
heat,
the
unit
may
break
down.
@
If
you
place
the
unit
near
a
television
set,
it
may
pick
up
noise
which
may
be
recorded
as
a
whistling
tone
on
the
tape.
In
such
a
case,
either
install
the
unit
away
from
the
television
set
or
switch
OFF
the
television
set.
INFORMATION
TO
USER
[FOR
U.S.
MODEL]
DEW CONDENSATION
When
the
unit
is
moved
from
a
cold
to
a
warm
room,
or
the
temperature
changes
quickly,
condensation
will
form
on
the
mechanical
parts
and
this
will
affect
the
performance
of
the
tape.
In
such
cases,
leave
the
unit
in
a
warmer
atmosphere
for
about
one
hour
or
change
the
room
temperature
gradually.
NOTE:
When
installing
the
tape
deck,
do
not
place
a
cloth
over
the
top
or
block
the
ventilation
openings
in
any
other
way.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or anex-
perienced radio/ television technician for additional sug-
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
may Cause interference to radio and television recep-
tion. It has been type tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance
with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC
Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protec-
tion against such interference in a residential installa-
tion. However, there is no guarantee that interference
Hf this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turn-
ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
* reorient the receiving antenna
* relocate this equipment with respect to the receiver
* move this equipment away from the receiver
* plug this equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch cir-
gestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:
“How
to
Identify
and
Resolve
Radio-TV
Interference
Probiems”’.
This booklet is available from the US Government Print-
ing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No.
004-000-00345-4,
The above instructions apply only to units which will
be operated in the United States.
will not occur in a particular installation. cuits.
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FEATURES
SHORTER SIGNAL PATHS
Mono-construction allows the circuits for the left and right
channels to be completely independent, resulting in excellent
channel separation. The non-inductive playback circuit
eliminates mutual interference during operation of the
microcomputer or mechanism. The power supply section
is separated from the rest of the unit and the center stay
prevents the formation of magnetic fields. Recording level
and balance adjustment are performed by remote control,
resulting in extremely short signal paths and direct signal
transmission.
STABILIZED TAPE PATH
Noise resulting from irregular rotation and external vibrations
has been reduced to a minimum. To obtain a stabilized tape
tension and head touch, a dual capstan system has been
employed, consisting of a newly developed cassette
stabilizer and pinch rollers and capstans on both sides of
the head. In this way a wow and flutter of only 0.024%
WRMS (+0.06% DIN) has been realized.
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VIBRATION-FREE AND RESONANCE-FREE
CONCEPTION
From the chassis and the bottom plate to the inside of the
insulators, honeycomb construction based on vibration
attenuation characteristics data is used. This guarantees an
especially high-rigidity, and vibrations are dispersed in
different directions. Thus, vibrations are immediately
reduced, preventing deterioration of the sound quality due
to vibraton and resonance, resulting in clear sound. The
transformer case is highly rigid and made of cast iron which
possesses excellent vibration attenuation characteristics and
is almost resonance-free.

CONNECTIONS
Connection of input and output cords
* The cords to be used have white and red pin plugs.
*
Connect
white
plugs
to
the
left
channel
(L),
and
red
plugs
to
the
right
channel
(R),
making
sure
that
the
colors
match.
Take
particular
care
to
insert
the
plugs
all
the
way
in.
Left channel
White plug
TS —
Right channel HRS
Red plug
Connection to an audio timer
For
details
on
the
connection
to
an
audio
timer,
refer
to
the
instruction manual of the audio timer.
{Not provided in the European model.)
CONTROL IN jack
Connect this jack to the CONTROL OUT jack of a
component equipped with the Pioneer System Remote
Control (bearing the Sal mark) using the supplied mini-
plug cord, and you will be able to operate the component
using the system remote control.
CONTROL OUT jack
Intermediary
output
of
remote
control
signals
from
the
above
input
jack.
Connect
it
to
the
CONTROL
IN
jack
of
another
component
compatible
with
the
Pioneer
System
Remote Control.
CT-S800
Recording connection
Supplied
cords
ramp 2
Playback connection
Stereo amplifier
When performing unattended
recording or wake-up playback
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Audio timer
Mlustration not applicable to U.K. model.
Household AC outlet
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
QYFUD ABER crenco cassette neck (T-S800
Powr/,.
@ POWER switch
Turn the power on.
After the power is turned on, the dotted lines in the level
meter flash for approximately 4 seconds until the circuits
of the unit have stabilized. The unit will not operate during
this time even if one of the operation buttons is pressed.
@ Cassette door OPEN/CLOSE button
NOTE:
If the cassette door is closed while the unit is turned OFF, and the
power is then turned ON, the cassette door may open and close
after pressing one of the operation buttons. This occurs when the
microprocessor resets the door mechanism to its initial state and
does not indicate any malfunctioning of the unit.
3] COUNTER selectors
RESET:
Resets the counter indication to ‘“O000."’
MODE:
Each time this button is pressed, one of the following three
modes is set in sequence.
® Normal tape counter
© Time counter (displays the elapsed playback or recording
time)
¢ Remaining time counter (displays the remaining time of
the tape)
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@ TAPE CAPACITY selector
To indicate the correct time value in the remaining time
counter mode, this selector must be set in accordance with
the tape used.
_——= C90 > C80L ~ C60 > C46L a
@ TAPE RETURN button
This button is used in the tape counter mode to fast forward
or rewind the tape to a point near the counter reading
“*0000"’.
(6) DOLBY NR selectors
ON/OFF:
Used to turn the Dolby NR system circuits ON or OFF.
B/C:
With the ON/OFF switch in the ON position, Dolby B or C
can be selected with this switch.
@ MPxX FILTER switch
This switch is effective only during recording with Dolby NR.
© REC LEVEL control
© REC BALANCE control

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
@ TIMER mode selector
REC:
Set to this position for timer recording.
PLAY:
Set to this position for timer playback.
OFF:
When the timer is not to be used, set the selector to this
position. (Normally leave the selector in this position.)
@ PHONES LEVEL control
@ PHONES jack
@® Cassette door
@ Rewind (<<) button
Press this button to rewind the tape. When the button is
pressed during playback, the tape rewinds to the beginning
of the current selection, and playback starts. If the button
is
pressed
twice,
the
tape
rewinds
to
the
selection
before
the current selection. (see page 11)
@® Stop ( ME) button
@ Play (>) button
@ Fast forward (>>) button
Press this button to fast forward the tape. When the button
is pressed during playback, the tape advances to the
beginning of the next selection, and playback starts. If the
button is pressed twice, the tape rewinds to the selection
after the next selection. (see page 11)
@ Recording ( @ ) button
When this button is pressed, the unit is set to one-touch
recording pause (recording standby mode).
@® Pause ( m1) button
The tape transport can be momentarily stopped by pressing
this button during recording or playback. Press the button
again to restart operation. The button does not operate
during fast forward or rewind.
~ @ Record muting (MUTE © ) button
Press this button to create an unrecorded space during
_ recording.
@ METER RANGE selector
Selects WIDE or EXPAND as scale range for the level meter.
@ MONITOR selector | AUTO
For monitoring the sound during recording, this switch can
be used to switch between source sound and just recorded
sound.
® Rec BIAS control
It is possible to adjust the bias according to the tape used
and the source to be recorded.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
OPERATING DISPLAY
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® Counter
The counter has three display modes. (See page 9)
e If the cassette door is open, the message ‘’OPEN”’ is
displayed.
e During music search the number of selections is
displayed.
@) TAPE RETURN
Lights up during tape return operation.
3) Tape transport modes
“44: Lights up when rewinding the tape.
& : Lights up during playback, playback pause,
recording pause and recording. Flashes during music
search.
bP . Lights up when fast forwarding the tape.
an: Lights up in the pause mode.
(4) MUTE
Flashes and lights during recording mute operation.
©) rec
Lights up during recording.
©) Warning zone
Changes according to the type of tape used and to the
selected meter range.
©) Monitor source
TAPE: Recorded sound
SOURCE: Original source sound
Scale for WIDE range
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(8)
Q) Level
L: Left channel
R: Right channel
The 00 mark indicates the reference level for the Dolby NR
system.
REMAIN
Lights up when the remaining time counter mode is selected.
(1) LARGE HUB
Lights up when the TAPE CAPACITY selector is pressed in
the remaining time counter mode, and the Large Hub mode
is set.
(2) TIME COUNTER
Lights up in the time counter mode.
@3) DOLBY NR B/C
Indicates the selected Dolby Noise Reduction system, B or C.
0 dB position for EXPAND range
(1) MPX FILTER
Lights up when the MPX FILTER switch is pressed while the
Dolby NR system is ON.
O dB position for WIDE range
a) Tape type
The unit will automatically detect and display the tape type
(NORMAL/CrO2/METAL) of the cassette inserted. When no
tape is inserted, METAL is displayed.
Scale for EXPAND range

3-MODE COUNTER
The counter can be set to one of three following modes:
normal tape counter, time counter for displaying the elapsed
recording or playback time, or remaining time counter for
displaying the remaining tape time.
Counter mode select button
By pressing this button repeatedly, the following three
modes are called in succession:
Tape counter
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a
Remaining time counter Time counter
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TIME COUNTER
TAPE COUNTER
The counter reading will change as the tape runs. By taking
a note of the counter readings and the contents during
recording or playback, desired selections or unrecorded
portions on the tape can be easily located at a later date.
TIME COUNTER
e Displays the elapsed time during recording or playback.
The time counter is automatically activated when the unit
is set to recording or playback.
© The time counter displays only the recording or playback
duration. It disappears when fast forward, rewind or
music search is performed, and is replaced by the tape
counter. When recording or playback is recstarted, the
time counter appears again.
REMAINING TIME COUNTER
Displays the remaining time of the tape during recording or
playback.
NOTE:
46-minute and 80-minute tapes can be purchased with two
different hub sizes: standard hub and large hub. Tapes with large
hubs are marked with an ’’L’’, such as C46L and C8OL.
Tapes with a hub diameter of 27 mm are referrerd to as large hub
tapes.
Please note that with hub diameters of more than 27 mm the tape
remaining time indication will not be correct.
1. Set to remaining time counter mode by pressing the
COUNTER mode selector.
2. Press the TAPE CAPACITY selector.
The counter display changes to the tape capacity display.
By pressing the selector repeatedly, the following settings
are called in sequence.
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Low
Je (60-minute tape) ao
rer ro.
Louk CYBL
(80-minute tape
with large hubs)
(46-minute tape
with large hubs)
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(90-minute tape)
Set the selector according to the length of the tape in use.
3. Set to playback or recording mode.
Five to seven seconds after the tape starts running, the
remaining time for the tape is displayed.
NOTES:
¢ The remaining time can be indicated only for the four types of
cassettes that can be selected with the TAPE CAPACITY
selector. When using tapes of different lengths, set the selector
as follows to obtain a close enough estimation of the remaining
time.
Up to C-60, standard hub tapes: C-60 position
Up to C-60, large hub tapes: C-46L position
Up to C-90, standard hub tapes: C-90 position
Up to C-90, large hub tapes: C-80L position
° For commonly sold pre-recorded tapes the remaining may not
be displayed correctly.
© The actual remaining time may differ from the remaining time
indication depending on the tape used. Also, since most tapes
are slightly longer than the playing time indicated on the label,
the remaining time indication ‘‘OO00’’ may be reached before
the actual end of the tape.
* Once the remaining counter has been displayed, even if the
counter mode is changed, the remaining time can be checked
again by simply selecting the remaining counter mode.
Standard hub Large hub
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PLAYBACK
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button @.
¢ insert the tape to be played back, then close the cassette
door by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button once again.
The cassette door can also be closed manually by pushing
it in lightly with a finger.
e When the OPEN/CLOSE button is pressed, ‘“OPEN”’
appears in the counter, and the cassette door opens.
(However, the cassette door will not open during
recording.)
While the cassette door is open, pressing the play (P)
button, fast forward (> ) button, rewind (<4) button,
recording (REC @ )} button or pause ( &§ ) button will
close the cassette door automatically, and the operation
corresponding to the button pressed begins.
NOTE:
If the cassette door is closed while the unit is turned OFF, and the
power is then turned ON, the cassette door may open and close
after pressing one of the operation buttons. This occurs when the
microprocessor resets the door mechanism to its initial state and
does not indicate any malfunctioning of the unit.
2. Set the DOLBY NR selectors 6.
When playing a cassette you recorded, set the DOLBY NR
selectors to the position corresponding to the system used
during recording. In case of purchased pre-recorded tapes,
select the system indicated on the tape label.
When the ON/OFF switch is set to ON, the mode selected
with the B/C mode selector is indicated in the display (see
page 15).
3. Press the play (P) button S
e Press the pause ( § ) button to temporarily stop the
tape. To continue playback, press the pause ( Ml ) button
once again.
° of the Monitor source indicator and the
playback (P) indicator tight up. The level meter
continuously shows the variations in the playback level.
The TAPE RETURN button 5} can be pressed during
stop, playback or recording.
To stop playback:
Press the stop ( IJ) button @.
FAST FORWARD
Press the fast forward (PP ) button @ in the stop mode.
REWIND
Press the rewind (<<) button @ in the stop mode.
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TAPE RETURN FUNCTION
e Press the COUNTER RESET button at the position to be
memorized.
The indicator is reset to ‘“OO00"’.
e Press the TAPE RETURN button GQ.
By simply pressing one button, the tape can then be fast
forwarded or rewound from any position and will stop
near the counter reading ‘‘OO00.”’ If the play (>) button
is pressed during tape return operation, playback will
start automatically when ‘‘O000”' is reached.
AUTO TAPE SELECTOR MECHANISM
The type of tape inserted is automatically detected by the
sensor holes in the cassette half, and recording bias and
equalization are automatically set accordingly. The tape type
is then indicated by the corresponding indicator.
AUTO TAPE LOOSE CANCELLER (ATLC)
When the cassette door closes, the take-up reel
automatically rotates and takes up tape slack.
NOTE:
Do not use C-120 tapes, since they are extremely thin and are liable
to cause problems such as getting entangled in the pinch rollers
and capstans or being wound improperly.

MUSIC
SEARCH
(MS)
With the Music Search function, the beginning of a desired
selection can be found by rewinding or fast forwarding the
tape during playback. After the desired selection has been
located, playback starts automatically. The function can find
a selection located up to 15 selections before or after the
current position.
Going back to the beginning of a selection located
before the current selection:
1. Press the play (>) button @.
2. Press the rewind ( <€<4) button @ once, and then once
for each selection to be skipped.
If the rewind button ( <<) is pressed three times, a minus
sign appears in the counter, and the second selection before
the current selection is searched for and played back.
P-93
Advancing to the beginning of a selection located
after the current selection:
1. Press the play (>) button @.
2. Press the fast forward (P } button @ once for each
selection to be skipped.
If the fast forward button (PP ) is pressed three times, the
number 3 appears in the counter, and the third selection
after the current selection is searched for and played back.
P 03
NOTE:
The playback {> ) indicator flashes during music search to indicate
that the operation is taking place.
HOW SELECTIONS ARE COUNTED
Activating music search during playback of a selection:
To search for the fourth selection after the current selection,
for example, four selections must be skipped.
To search for the fourth selection before the current
selection, however, the current selection is to be included
in the counting, so that five selections must be skipped.
Tape playback 5th blank
direction
2nd 1st Tet 2nd Ord ath paar
selection adection selection Selection ‘selection selection selection Pech
Beginning = (Fast forward (Rewind search)
of selection search)
Before the current selection q@ => After the current selection
Activating music search from a blank between two
selections:
To search for the third selection after the blank, for example,
two selections must be skipped. To search for the third
selection before the blank, however, three selections must
be skipped.
4th 3rd { 2nd- Ist { Ist 2nd ort fie 5th blank
selection selection | salection selection | selection swection selection
2nd blank Current blank 3rd blank
sclection
NOTE:
In the following cases, the music search function may be unable
to properly detect blanks between selections, thus operating
incorrectly. This is not, however, a sign of unit malfunction.
¢ When using a tape with blanks between selections less than 4
seconds long.
¢ When listening to tapes with long, low-level parts, like classical
music, or with sound breaks several seconds long within
selections.
© When listening to recorded conferences or talk shows, where
sound is interrupted.
¢ When using tapes with noise in the blanks between selections.
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RECORDING
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
Insert the tape to be recorded, then press the OPEN/CLOSE
button once again to close the cassette door.
2. Set the DOLBY NR selectors 6.
Press the Recording (REC @ ) button @.
The unit is set to the recording standby mode, called one-
touch recording pause.
The indicator, playback () and pause ( MM })
indicators light up, and monitor is set to source with the
SOURCE | indicator lighting.
4. Set the proper recording level with the REC LEVEL
control 6.
Select the source for recording with the amplifier, set to
playback, and adjust the recording level using the level meter
indication,
wo
[Balancing the recording level between left (L) and right (R)
channels]
Depending on the source to be recorded or the equipment
used for playback, the sound volume balance between left
and right may be shifted to one side. In this case perform
fine adjustment using the REC BALANCE control.
Turning the control clockwise wil! lower the left channel
level, and turning it counterclockwise will lower the level
of the right channel.
5. Press the pause ( HE } button ©.
¢ Recording starts.
e To temporarily stop recording, press the pause ( ME )
button. Press the pause ( HM ) button once again to
restart recording.
e¢ When the monitor is set to tape, the indicator
light up. To cancel the recording standby mode, the play
(>) button @ can be pressed instead of the pause ( MM )
button.
To stop recording
Press the stop { {J ) button @.
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RECORDING LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
¢ The most important factor for good recording results is
the recording level adjustment. If the recording level is
set at maximum, the signal and noise ratio (S/N) and the
dynamic range (range of sound volume) will improve, but
if itis set too high, the sound quality will deteriorate. On
the other hand, when the recording level is set too low
in order to avoid distortion, tape hiss noise becomes too
evident. Even among tapes of the same type, the tape
characteristics may differ according to maker and kind.
It is therefore important to determine the maximum
recording level for each tape used, in order to obtain good
recordings by fully utilizing the tape characteristics.
With this unit, meter range switching is possible. (See
page 13).
© The warning zone indicators light up to the +6 dB point
for NORMAL and CrOQ2 tapes, and up to the +10dB
point for METAL tapes. Adjust the recording level so that
at times of maximum signal input the level indicator will
enter the warning zone only occasionally.
© The optimum recording level depends on the type of
music to be recorded and also on the type of tape used.
To obtain better recordings that make the most of the
tape characteristics, judge the playback sound quality by
actually listening to your recordings.
[Peak hold function]
Since the peak levels are displayed for 1.2 seconds, it is
possible to adjust the recording level accurately even for
music which contains sudden and brief, high-level bursts.

HOW TO OBTAIN GOOD QUALITY RECORDINGS
AUTO MONITOR
Since this tape deck is provided with a three-head system,
tape monitor is possible.
Furthermore, the unit is equipped with an auto monitor
function which automatically sets to source monitor during
recording standby, and to tape monitor during playback or
when the recording is started. The | TAPE] or [SOURCE |
indicator in the level meter display lights up to indicate the
current monitor mode.
The MONITOR selector can be used to manually switch
between source and tape.
NOTE:
A 3-head system consists of independent tape heads for recording,
playback and erasure as well as separate amplifiers for recording
and playback.
The MONITOR selector of this 3-head system allows switching
between the recording amplifier and the playback amplifier.
Select the position for monitoring the original sound
source being recorded. This position is used for recording level
adjustment, The position is used for monitoring the sound
just recorded on the tape with the recording head by playing it back
immediately with the playback head (recording monitor).
It is therefore possible to monitor the signals recorded on tape during
a recording in order to confirm whether the recording level has been
adjusted properly.
BIAS ADJUSTMENT
It is possible to adjust the bias according to the tape used
and the source to be recorded.
When rotating the BIAS control clockwise:
The bias is increased (+) and consequently the high
frequencies decrease, but distortion is reduced.
When rotating the BIAS control counterclockwise:
The bias is decreased (—) and consequently distortion
increases, but high frequencies are improved.
Using the MONITOR selector, monitor the sound during
recording and adjust the BIAS control until the recorded
sound is the same as the source sound.
NOTE:
When performing bias adjustment, a sound with clearly
distinguishable high frequencies (e.g. cymbals, etc.) is useful as
reference. When using FM inter-station noise, make sure that the
recording level is — 10 dB or less.
For sources with large, high-frequency content, such as rock music,
it is possible to obtain recordings richer in modulation by turning
the BIAS control towards (—). In case of classical music, it is
possible to obtain recordings with rich middle and low range and
low distortion by turning the BIAS control towards (+).
METER RANGE SELECTION
By pressing the METER RANGE selector WIDE or EXPAND
range can be set for the level meter.
[WIDE RANGE}
Indicated the levels from —35 to +12 dB in 15 steps.
a8 -0O -35 -25 -20 -15 -1 -6 -4 -2 QO +2044 +6 +8 +10 +12
co
PEAK
CT HUNT WT AER HOEY HUTT AUCUE DEAD DUSGE AONE POGUE NVUEE UENEE TOGO AEDT mu
[EXPAND RANGE]
Indicated the levels from —4 to +16 dB in 15 steps. This
scale permits a finer level adjustment.
CT AE TTD AREBE ARROG TTT UTES COUT ASE TEE TED TEE VE EE SE
COT RUTUE SBREE UTAUA RUUD PURE SUGEE UVLGE CTUOG PELUT TUEOU GTNQG RELUE UCEEE AIBEU CUED SHY
6B -0O -4 -3 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 +4 +6 +8 +10
+12 +14 +16
MPX FILTER
When recording FM stereo broadcasts with one of the Dolby
NR systems, press the MPX FILTER switch so that the
FILTER | indicator lights up.
NOTE:
The FM stereo signal contains a 19 kHz pilot signal and a 38 kHz
subcarrier. To avoid incorrect operation of the Dolby NR circuits
due to these signals, it is necessary to activate the MPX filter.
Always set the switch to OFF, except when recording FM stereo
broadcasts. The switch is inoperative during playback. -'
The filter works only when the Dolby NR system is set to ON.
RECORDING MUTE
(creating blanks on the tape)
Use this function to create the 4-second blanks required for
the music search operation.
* Press the Record muting (MUTE © ) button during
recording, and the unit will stop recording sound on the
tape for about 4 seconds, then enter the recording pause
mode.
¢ To create a blank more than 4 seconds long, hold the
button down for the desired time. The unit will enter the
recording pause mode when you release the button.
* To resume recording, press the pause ( §— ) button.
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TIMER-PLAYBACK
(wake-up
playback)
1. Insert the tape to be played back.
2. Set the TIMER mode selector @ to PLAY.
3. Set the audio timer.
Power of ali components will go off.
NOTES:
© When not performing timer operation, always set the TIMER
switch to OFF.If the switch is left in the PLAY position, playback
will automatically start when the unit is turned on.
¢ Before setting the timer, play back the tape once and adjust
volume and tone with the amplifier.
Set the DOLBY NR selectors according to the tape.
TIMER-RECORDING
(unattended
recording)
1. Insert the tape to be recorded.
2. Set the TIMER mode selector @ to REC.
3. Press the recording (REC @ )} button @ and adjust
the recording level.
4. Press the stop ( ff ) button @.
S. Set the audio timer.
Power of all components will go off.
NOTES:
¢ Make sure that the erasure prevention tabs of the tape used for
recording have not been removed.
Perform setting of Dolby NR and MPX Filter and adjust recording
bias and balance as required.
¢ When not performing timer operation, always set the TIMER
mode selector to OFF.
If the switch is left in the REC position, recording will
automatically start when the unit is turned on.
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DOLBY NR & DOLBY HX PRO
DOLBY NR SYSTEM
The Dolby NR system is designed to reduce high-frequency
noise (tape hiss) during playback. The level of low-volume,
high-frequency sounds is increased during recording, and
decreased by the same amount during playback to restore
the original level. At the same time, high-frequency noise
(most easily perceived by the human ear) is attenuated as
well.
Dolby NR type B reduces high-frequency tape noise,
widening the dynamic range. Type C is even more powerful,
applying the noise reduction effect to a wider spectrum of
frequencies from the middle range.
For playback always use the same Dolby NR setting that
was used for recording.
NOTE:
Avoid playing back tapes recorded using the Dolby NR system with
the DOLBY NR switch in the OFF position, or tapes recorded without
Dolby NR system with the DOLBY NR switch in the ON position
(B or C), since this does not allow faithful reproduction of the original
sound,
DOLBY HX PRO HEADROOM EXTENSION
SYSTEM
The Dolby HX Pro system controls the bias current during
recording and always keeps it at an optimum level according
to the high-frequency components of the music signal. It
therefore allows excellent recordings even of digital sources
which contain a large amount of strong, high-frequency
components. The Dolby HX Pro effect is obtained
independently from the setting of the Dolby NR system (B,
C or OFF). Furthermore, since the system is used only during
recording, an improvement of sound can be achieved even
if tapes recorded with Dolby HX Pro are played back with
a deck, radio cassette recorder or car stereo system not
equipped with DOLBY HX PRO. To guarantee optimum
recording results, the HX Pro system of this unit is
automatically activated during recording.
NOTES:
¢ Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension
manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.
° “DOLBY"’, the double-D symbol Q] and “HX PRO” are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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HOW TO HANDLE CASSETTE TAPES
CHECK CASSETTE BEFORE USE
Bear in mind the following points before loading cassette
tapes.
Is the tape loose, or is some of the tape outside
the cassette?
If some of the tape is projecting outside the cassette shell
or if it is loose, it may not enter between the capstan and
pinch roller. This will prevent the tape from being supplied
or damage the tape itself. In cases like these, insert a pencil
into the reel hole and take up the slack (Fig. A.).
Some cassette tapes come with a plastic or thick paper
stopper which prevents tape slack. Remove this stopper
when loading the tape and replace it after having used the
cassette.
What are the accidental erasure prevention tabs
for?
A cassette is provided with these tabs so that important or
otherwise valuable recordings will not be erased
accidentally.
When the tab (Fig. B) on the cassette shell is broken off with
the tip of a screwdriver, it will not be possible to activate
the recording function even by pressing the recording (REC)
switch, so valuable recordings will not be erased in error.
To re-record a cassette on which tabs have been broken off,
simply stick a piece of doubled adhesive tape over the tab
areas, as shown in Fig. C.
In case of metal tape or chrome tape, take sufficient care
that the detection hole (Fig. D, Fig. E) is not blocked.
When this hole is blocked, the automatic tape selector
mechanism does not operate correctly.
NOTE:
The accidental erasure prevention tabs are located at the top left
on both sides A and B (1 or 2), so that material on each side can
be prevented from being erased in error.
Turn pencil to
remove tape slack
For erasure prevention
remove...
Cover
with
adhesive tape
Tab for
side A
Tab for
side B
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AUTOMATIC TAPE SELECTOR FUNCTION
This unit is equipped with an automatic tape selector
function which utilizes the sensor holes on the tape cassette
to determine the type of tape being used, in order to set
the deck to match the tape recording bias and equalization.
REGARDING THE TAPE CASSETTE SENSOR
HOLES
* Do not use FeCr tapes with this unit.
e When using metal tapes, be sure the tape cassettes have
Erasure prevention tabs
Sensor holes
Sensor holes = lS
Metal tape CrO2 tape
Fig. D Fig. E
TIPS ON USING CASSETTE TAPES
© Leader tape (which does not allow sound to be recorded
over it) is provided at the beginning of a cassette tape.
Start recording after allowing the tape to run for about
5 seconds so that the leader tape clears the recording
head.
* Do not leave a cassette tape exposed to the environment.
Store the cassette in its case so that dust and dirt do not
adhere to the tape after use, and so that the tape is
prevented from becoming slack. Choose a location which
is not exposed to the effects of magnetism, dust, dirt
or oil for storing the tapes.
* Because C-120 tapes are so thin, they easily jam in the
pinch roller and capstan, and they are susceptible to other
trouble such as irregular winding. Try not to use them
with this unit.

MAINTENANCE
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE TAPE HEADS
ARE CLEAN
With dirty tape heads satisfactory recording and playback
sound cannot be obtained. Symptoms are hazy and distorted
sound, and in the worst case recording or playback may be
impossible. Therefore, always make sure that the tape heads
are clean.
CLEANING THE TAPE HEADS
The tape heads, capstans and pinch rollers are parts which
easily collect dirt such as tiny particles from the tape or
grease and dust. These parts should be cleaned regularly
using a cotton swab or a soft cloth moistened with cleaning
fluid.
One of the optional Pioneer tape deck cleaning kits is
recommendable for this purpose.
Cleaning Procedure (with the Pinch Rollers Rotating)
1. Remove the cassette door.
Hold both sides of the cassette door and pull it off in
the direction of the arrow.
2. Press the play (>) button.
3. Lightly moisten the cotton swab with cleaning fluid and
clean the heads, pinch rollers and capstans.
a Capstans
é Pinch rollers
y SN
Cotton
swab
os
,
NAW)
Tape heads
4. Reattach the cassette door.
Fit the claws on the rear side of the cassette door into
the holes of the pocket frame and push down lightly.
Note:
e Always remove and reattach the cassette door with the door
frame opened.
¢ Do not insert a tape immediately after cleaning. Wait until the
cleaning fluid has completely dried (this takes two to three
minutes).
DEMAGNETIZING THE TAPE HEADS
After using the cassette deck over a period of time, the
heads may become magnetized. Bringing a screwdriver or
a magnet too close to the heads may have the same effect.
Magnetizing heads cause a loss of high-frequency sounds
during recording and playback, and also may produce noise.
Therefore, the heads should be regularly demagnetized with
a commercially available head demagnetizer.
Before demagnetizing the heads, make sure that the POWER
switch of the deck is OFF. For detailed instructions, consult
the operating manual of the head demagnetizer.
CLEANING THE FRONT PANEL AND THE
CABINET
Normally the front panel and the cabinet should be cleaned
with a soft and dry cloth. If very dirty, a soft cloth moistened
with a neutral cleaning solution and then wrung out may
be used for wiping off the dirt. Wipe dry with a cloth
afterwards. Never use alcohol, benzine thinners or
insecticides in the vicinity of the unit, since these
chemicals may damage the panel finish. When a chemically
treated cloth, etc. is used for cleaning , carefully observe
the cautions attached to the cloth.
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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.
Unit cannot be turned on.
PLAYBACK
Tape does not run.
RECORDING
Recording not possible.
Probable cause
Loose or disconnected power cord.
® Tape completely wound to its end.
| © Set to pause mode.
© Tape not correctly loaded.
© Incorrect connection.
© Incorrect amplifier setting.
© Erasure prevention tabs broken off.
e Dirty heads.
¢ REC LEVEL control set to ‘’0.’’
Connect power cord.
© Rewind tape.
e Press PAUSE button ( &§ )} once again.
e Insert tape correctly.
e Re-check connections and connect all
cords securely.
e Set amplifier for tape playback.
e Replace cassette or cover erasure
protection holes with tape (see page 16).
* Clean heads (see page 17).
® Turn the REC LEVEL control clockwise.
ABNORMAL SOUND
High-frequency sounds are
not produced.
Distorted sound.
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® Dirty heads.
* Bias setting did not match tape
characteristics at time of recording.
¢ A tape recorded without Dolby NR is
played back with DOLBY NR.
e Dirty heads.
® Recorded tape itself contains distortion.
® Recording level too high.
¢ Clean heads (see page 17).
e Turn the BIAS contro! counterclockwise
(see page 13).
eCheck whether the
Chrome/Metal sensor holes.
e Set the DOLBY NR selector to OFF.
tape has
* Clean the heads (see page 17).
© Replace cassette.
* Lower recording level and record.

TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
ABNORMAL SOUND.
Sound wavers and skips.
High noise level.
High-frequency sounds are
emphasized.
Tape cannot be erased.
Music search not possible.
Probable cause
© Tape path dirty.
© Tape is not properly wound.
¢ Magnetized heads.
© Tape contains much noise.
© !mproper cord connection.
© Recording level too low.
A tape recorded with DOLBY NR is played
back without DOLBY NR.
OTHER PROBLEMS
® REC LEVEL control not set to minimum.
© Dirty heads.
Blank space between selections is shorter
than 4 seconds.
Remaining time cannot be
displayed.
Incorrect setting of TAPE CAPACITY
selector.
® Clean pinch rollers, capstans and heads
(see page 17).
* Tighten tape by rewinding or fast
forwarding.
¢ Demagnetize heads with a demagnetizer
(see page 17).
© Replace cassette.
e Insert all plugs correctly.
¢ Turn the REC LEVEL control down when
recording (see page 12).
Set DOLBY NR selector to ON.
® Turn REC LEVEL control fully counter-
clockwise.
¢ Clean heads (see page 17).
Use a tape with at least 4 seconds of
unrecorded space between selections (see
note page 11).
Set the TAPE CAPACITY selector correctly
(see page 9).
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SPECIFICATIONS
Systems ....... 0000s eee 4 track, 2-channel stereo
Heads «06 esd Sas Recording and playback head
Laser amorphous playback head/
Hard parmalloy recording head combination x
Erasing head:(Ferrite head) x
Motors .........00005 DC servo capstan motor x
DC reel motor x
DC auxiliary motor x 1
2 at et
Wow & Flutter ..............000. 0.024% (WRMS)
+0.06%(DIN)
Fast winding time ........ Approximately 80 seconds
(C-60 tape)
Frequency response (— 20 dB recording)
Metal tape ................ 20 Hz to 22,000 Hz
Chrome tape............... 20 Hz to 21,000 Hz
Normal tape ............... 20 Hz to 21,000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio
DOLBY NR OFF............... More than 60 dB
Noise Reduction Effect
DOLBY NR B type ON .. More than 10 dB (at 5 kHz)
DOLBY NR C type ON .. More than 19 dB (at 5 kHz)
Harmonic distortion....... No more than 0.6% (0 dB)
WADUE es wd cera ecard Breed wend eek wad ae ses LINE: 67 mV
(Input impedance: 50 kf)
Output. sincere Baek ae eS LINE: 316 mV
(Output impedance: 1.4 kQ)
Headphones: 0.8 mW
(Load impedance 82 VR Max.)
Subfunctions
3-mode counter (4-digit electronic counter)
Auto Tape Loose Canceller function
Meter range selection (WIDE/EXPAND)
Auto Monitor function (TAPE/SOURCE auto selection) «
Power Eject (OPEN/CLOSE)
Music Search (over + 15 selections)
Tape Return/Return play
Headphones jack (with volume control)
Bias control
MPxX filter
e Auto Space Recording Mute
* Auto Tape Selector
e Playback/Recording timer start function
© Dolby Noise Reduction (B/C)
e Dolby HX Pro system
© FL Level Meter Peak-hold function (15 + 1 segments)
¢ System remote contro! available (Not provided in the
European model)
Miscellaneous
Power Requirements
U.S., Canadian models.......... AC 120V, 60 Hz
European model ............ AC 220V, 50/60 Hz
U.K., Australian models ...... AC 240V, 50/60 Hz
U.S. military and other destination models ........
AC110V/120V— 127V/220V/240V,
50/60 Hz (switchable)
Power Consumption
U.S., Canadian models........... 0.0000 ee 25W
European model... .... 0. ee ee ts 28W
U.S. military, other destination models ....... 28W
Dimensions ...... 420(W) x 133.5(H) x 372(D) mm
16-9/16(W) x 5-1/4(H) x 14-5/8(D) in
Weight (without package)
U.S., Canadian, European models ..............
9.6 kg (21 Ib 2 oz)
U.S. military, other destination models...........
9.7 kg (21 Ib 4 oz)
Accessories
Operating instructions ..........0. 000. eee eae 1
Connecting cordS ....... cece ee ee 2
Control cord (Not provided in the European model)... 1
NOTE:
Specifications and design subject to possible modifications without,
notice, due to improvements.
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