Pioneer DC-X55Z User manual

Operating
Instructions
STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE TAPE DECK AMPLIFIER
DC-X55Z/DC-555Z
STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK AMPLIFIER
DC-X33Z/DC-333Z
FM/AM DIGITAL SYNTHESIZER TUNER
F-X552Z/F-X55ZL/TX-555Z/TX-555ZL
AM/FM STEREO TUNER
F-X33Z/F-X33ZL
/
TX-333Z/TX-333ZL
STEREO TURNTABLE
PL-X55Z/PL-X33Z/PL-555Z/
PL-333Z
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
?lease read through these operating instructions so you will
snow how to operate your model properly. After you have
‘inished reading the instructions, .put them away in a safe
alace for future reference,
rn some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and
jower outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the ex-
slanatory drawings. However, the method of connecting and
operating the unit is the same.
WARNING: to prevent FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
0 NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
MPORTANT NOTICE
‘For U.S, and Canadian models]
The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear
yanel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed war-
‘anty card and keep in a secure area. This is for your security.
‘For Canadian model]
CAUTION: to prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
JSE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
ECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
38 FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
ATTENTION: pour prevenir tes cHocs ELEC-
TRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC
UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE
AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT
ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE
4 DECOUVERT.
—— CONTENTS ———_---
Initial Tarmatilel Set Up scsecwenriencivemrnvecrceunaeen ce 3
Connections
3
Antenna
Connection
4
|
AM/FM
Channel
Step
Switch
.
5
Front
Panel
Facilities
.
5
|
Graphic
Equalizer
Controis
8
Cassette
Tapes
..
8
Basic
Operations
-
10
|
Tape
Dubbing
(Editing)
.
12
L
Copying
Tapes
........
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
Only muiti-voltage models are provided with this
switch. U.S., Canadian, European, U.K., and Australian
models are not provided with this switch.
Before your model is shipped from the factory, the switch is set to the
power requirements of the destination; nevertheless, you should
check that it is set properly before plugging the power cord into the
AC outlet.
1. Disconnect the power cord.
2. Use a medium size screwdriver,
3. Insert the screwdriver into the groove on the voltage selector and
adjust to the voltage value of your area.
a
10-120
Volts
\
Screwdriver ~
These operating instructions cover all the models above.
Refer to the items corresponding to your model,
“This product is manufactured ta ‘comply with the radio in-
terference requirements of EEC Directive 76/889/EEC and
82/499/EEC.”
Relay Playback ...
Mic Mixing for Singing Along witi
Accompaniment
Music Search ........
Surround System
Recording and Playback Using the Audio Timer
Maintenance ......
Troubleshooting .
Specifications ....

READ INSTRUCTIONS - Ail the satety 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 — Ali operating and use
instructions shoutd be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE — The appliance should
not be used near water — for example, near 2
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, ina
wet basement, or near 8 swimming pool, etc.
LOCATION — The appliance should be instalied in a
stabie location.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The appliance
should not be mounted to a wali or ceiling.
VENTILATION — The appliance should be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation, For exarnple, the appliance
should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or
similar surface that may block the ventilation open-
ings; or, placed in 2 built-in installation, such as a
bookcase or cabinet that may irnpede the flow of
air through the ventilation openings.
HEAT - The appliance should be situated eway from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
‘stoves, or other appliances {including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES -- The appliance should be con-
nected to a pawer supply only of the type describ-
ed in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.
POQWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply cords
should ba routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against tham, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
POLARIZATION — if your purchased product is pro-
vided 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 biade wider than the other). This plug
will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. 'f you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. {f the
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safaty purpose of the polarized pug.
CLEANING — The appliance shouid be cleaned only
with a polishing cloth or @ soft dry cloth. Never
clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or
other volatile liquids since they may corrode the
cabinet.
IMPORTANT 14
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
POWER LINES — An outdoor antenna should be
located away from power fines.
NONUSE PERIODS — The power cord of the ap-
pliance should be unplugged from the outiet when
iaft unused for 2 iong period of time.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Care should be
taken so that objects do not fall and fiquids are not
spilled into the enclosure through openings.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — The appliance
should be serviced by Pioneer authorized service
center or qualified service personne! when:
* The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
® Objects have falien, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance; or
* The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
© The appliance does not appear to operate normally
or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
* The appliance has been dropped; or the enclosure
damaged.
SERVICING — The user should not attempt to service
the appliance bayond that described in the
‘operating instructions. For all other servicing, con-
tact the nearest Pioneer authorized service center.
POWER LUNES.
senvice
ENTRANCE
CONDUCTORS +
PORE a,
4 cAoUNo
yy ctaMes
Power SenViCE
GROUNDING ELECTAODE SYSTEM
(eg. mteroe metal warer Be!
BONDING
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 SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
STAND OFF.
INSULATORS b
TENN,
ISCHARGE UNIT «
OPTIONAL ANTENNA
GROUNDING ELECTRODE
1
br ee hk ARTI IF
ul
yD BY
1s LOCAL CODES.
FIG.A
(NEC
SECTION
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING ~ if an
outside antenna is connected to tha antenna
verminal, be sure ihe 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. pro-
vides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting struc-
ture, grounding of the lead-in wire to an anten-
na discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-
tors, location of antenna-discharge unit, con-
nection to grounding electrodes, and re-
quirements for the grounding electrode. See
Fig. A.
a) Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mi
copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4
mm?) aluminum, No. 17
AWG (3.0 mm?) copper
clad steel, bronze wire, of
larger as ground wire.
b) Secure antenna lead:in and
ground wires to house with
stand-off insulators spaced
from 4 feat (1.22 meters) 10
6 feet (1.83 meters) apart
¢) Mount antenna discharge
ANTENNA unit as closaly as passible to
CEADIN WIRE
where lsad-in enters house.
TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA jumper wire not smater
TERMINALS OF PRODUCT S) Use jute i
than No.8 AWG (13.3 mm
copper oF equivalant when
separate antenna-ground:
ing elactrods is used
The exclamation point within an equilataral iriangle is
intended to alert the user of tha presence af important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT 2
If the apparatus is fitted with AC mains power outlet(s),
see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient connec-
tion of additional Hi-Fi component(s}. Make all connec-
tions to the AC outlet(s)' and the signai terminals first.
Connect the plug to the wall socket last, make sure that
the power switch is off. Disconnect the wall plug when
the equipment is not in (regular) use, e.g. when on
vacation.
FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Biue: Neutral
Brown: Live
stead of this ap
lowred marking
as
As the colours of the wires in the ma
paratus may not correspond with the
identifying the terminals in your ji
follows:
The wire which is coloured blue mus! te connec:
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
oured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must b: NNEC to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or col
oured red.
Equipment sold in the U.K. is not supplied with 3
power plug.
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INITIAL TURNTABLE SET-UP
1. Check accessory items and attaching pi
<
EP Adaptor Rubber Met
2. Remove the clamps (2) and lift off the platter. To remove the clamps, twist
them in the direction indicated in the illustration, and lift them straight up.
Clamp
Place the rubber mat on top of the platter.
Remove the band securing the tonearm,
Disconnect the tonearm from the arm rest.
Remove the stylus guard.
3. Hook the turntable drive belt over your finger.
4, Set the platter onto the turntable so that the platter shaft passes through it.
Hook the drive belt over the motor pully. Rotate the platter a few times by
hand to make sure that the beit is correctly in place.
For details, refer to ANTENNA INSTALLATION on page 4 for the connec-
co N N ECT] oO N Ss tion of the FM and AM antennas.
Perform connections by matching the colors of the connecting cords.
Before performing connections, turn off the power switch of the cassette
tape deck amplifier
Insert the plugs as far as they will go. An improper connection or poor con-
tact will result in no sound, or will degrade the sound.
Connect the white plug to the left channel and the red plug to the right
channel.
For the sake of convenience, the expression “turntable legs“ is abbreviated
in the instructions.
Attaching the legs of the turntable (Only DC-X55Z and DC-
X33Z)
Perform connections by matching the colors of the connecting cords.
Attach the legs accompanying the turntable to the rear panel of the vassette
deck amplifier.
¢ Be sure to attach the left (L) and right (R) legs to their proper positions,
insert the guide pins on the legs inte the holes in the back of the cassette
deck amplifier.
Fasten the legs in place with the screws provided.
After connecting the antenna, mount the tumtable securaly on top of the
Suround
speaker
Turntable
Suround
speaker
legs.
xa X1A
{sold separately! (sold separately} Turntable teg {L)
\_J
{Do not install the turntable until all
wiring connections are completed}
pp
= Tuner
Tuner < Screw
Cassette tape deck
Speaker system (Only F-X55Z, F-XB5ZL, _ Speaker system eB .
| TX-B562 and TX-5882U} ‘ Saale .
Gees 3 \ S
Deck Guide pins
| i amplifier
) | CONNECTING THE SPEAKER CORDS
| =
Whit
Re, neil ee | Insert the wire
38 FS. gw? 1
Speaker cord Terminal lever Pull the lever forward
L =
Black "Mp Ng i
j BY
\
:
*
Make
sure
that
the
speaker
cords
are
securely
in
place.
7 | ee
CHECKIN
[aovret
(ore)
‘CKING
THE
ACCESSORIES
|
-
3
pari
A
:
ae
ee
Cassette
deck
amplifier
in J
FM/AM Tuner
:
ieee)
Only
DC-X55Z
and
arcane
pas
Ne
=
DC-X33Z
=
T-type antenna
CO player LaserVision player |
ale Ulustration not applicable te the U.K. model.
i@ | abe g
ae When using audio timer
* Turntable legs ........ 2 Tuner input/
-2 AM loop antenna . outputcard ..
Bececnne nen nnn { Audio timer | 2fjn -~~--~-~----- ; SWS es
+ Push in the plug of the Tuner input/output cord firmly until it locked
inte place,
3
** Do not connect speakers other than surround speakers to the sur-
round system speaker terminals. <ARB1001>

ANTENNA CONNECTION
Radio reception is not possible unless the antenna is properly
connected.
The strength of broadcast signals varies from one area to another {signal pro-
pagation is especially poor in metropolitan areas where there are many tall
buildings and in mountainous areas}. Proper antenna installation is vital to good
reception.
AM ANTENNA
The AM loop antenna supplied with the tuner should be connected to the AM
antenna terminals. The antenna should be placed at a distance from the tuner,
and should not be allowed to touch metallic objects. Avoid piacing it near CD
players, personal computers, television sets, and other devices generating radio
frequencies.
Setting Up the AM Antenna
° Fold out the supports on the bottom of the antenna. insert the stopper in the
hole in the antenna to lock them in place.
° Place the antenna on a level surface and rotate it to locate the orientation
that yields the best reception.
AM Loop Antenna Set-up
Connect to AM antenna
terminals.
LS a
——
Ped
Stopper
AM Loop Antenna Connection
The accessory AM loop antenna
must be connected to ensure
proper reception.
The accessory AM loop antenna
must be connected to ensure
proper reception,
(Only F-X552, F-X55ZL,
TX-885Z and TX-b552L} {Only F-X33Z, F-X33ZL,
TX-3332 and TX-333ZL}
FM ANTENNA
FM T-type Antenna Attachment
Connect the accessory FM T-type antenna to the FM terminals. Stretch the
antenna out to its full length, and affix it to a wall, etc.
Stretch out both ends
Ped |
2,
is
|
|
ae)
See
x
Correct Incorrect
(lol@ole |
{Only F-X882Z, F-X56ZL,
TX-58Z and TX-585ZL)
{Only F-X33Z, F-X33ZL,
TX-333Z and TX-333ZL}
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EXTERNAL FM ANTENNA INSTALLATION
Use an external antenna when the signals trom the station are weak and cannot
be picked up by the accessory T-type FM antenna, or when the sound heard is
accompanied by iarge amounts of noise. There are iwo ways of cannecting the
external FM antenna to the ANTENNA terminals: with 300-ohm teeder wire, or
with a 75-chm coaxial cable.
it is recommended that you use the 75-ohm coaxial cable so that the effects of
extraneous noise are reduced to 2 minimum.
When the connecting cable
is a 75-ohm coaxial cable
75-ohm coaxial cable
with PAL connector
elo|@lo|o
75-ohm coaxial cable
without PAL connector
(Only F-X33Z, F-X33ZL, iGnly Fx!
TX-3332 and TX-333ZL) TX 852.
F X862L,
od TX-SREZU)
When the connecting cable is
a 300-ohm feeder wire
300-ohm feeder
Pa
{Only
F-X33Z,
F-X33ZL,
fy
F-XS5Z,
F-XS5
1X-338Z
and
TX-333ZL}
Tesiee
and
Te
S382)
Sey

AM/FM CHANNEL STEP SWITCH only &xgsz ana Tx-585z]
This switch not provided on models for use in Europe, North America, or
Australia. (Provided only on models stamped “Z/E” on packing case.}
The AM/FM channel step switch is located on the rear panel of the digital syn-
thesizer tuner. Before the tuner leaves the factory, this switch is set to the chan-
nel allotment plan of the area in which the tuner is sold. When the TUNING
switch is given a single push, the frequency display will change in the following
units,
Model CHANNEL STEP Frequency change
destination switch position FM mode | AM mode
Continental ee : :
| Gen 100 kHz10 kHz 100 kHz 10kHz
| Other countries | 80 kH2/9 kHz | BO kHz 9 kHz
FRONT
PANEL
FACILITIES
NOTE:
«ff the TUNING switch is held in the depressed position, the traquency
display will change continuously and stop when the switch is rejeased.
© if the switch is set to the wrong position, correct tuning will not be possi-
ble.
Consult your dealer if you are not sure about the channel allotmernt plan in
your area.
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STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK AMPLIFIER |
The illustration shows model DC-X56Z. The operation of DC-585Z is the same as
that of DC-X552,
Ci?) ® 9006 ® eo ©
[CASSETTE TAPE DECK}
® This unit is provided with an automatic tape selector function.
° This unit is a forwerd mode priority auto-reverse deck. Both recording and
playback always start in the forward direction.
If you press the STOP/EJECT (1/4 ) switch during reverse playback, the
head for forward playback will be reselected automatically.
@ REVERSE MODE switch
Sets the reverse mode for the playback-only deck.
a
i Switch positions; Play Hl
[ CD Continuous play
\ mee = ei
| =a) Reverse play
Continuous playback is automatically stopped after 8 round trips. Note that it
will be counted as one reversal if the tape direction is changed using the direc-
tion switch. (One round trip will be counted if the switch is pressed twice.)
@ Direction switch/indicator {DIRECTION}
Depress to set the playback direction of the playback-only deck. Direction
change can only be performed during playback.
> ... Lights when forward mode is selected.
< ... Lights when reverse mode is selected.
@ Cassette compartment (Playback only)
The illustration shows model DC-X33Z. The operation of DC-333Z is the same
as that of DC-X33Z.
@ REVERSE MODE switch
Sets the reverse mode for the record/play deck.
| Switch positions Play Record
Continuous playback is automatically stopped after 8 ¢
will be counted as one reversal if the tape direction is «
tion switch. (One round trip will be counted if the switch is pr
@ Recording indicator (REC}
- me
Double-side recording |
Continuous play
side recording
Reverse play Singl
und imps. Note that it
anged using the direc-
twice.)
2... Lights during recording. Flashes during tape copying. (DC-X552 and
DC-555Z only}
@ Direction switch/indicator (DIRECTION)
Depress to set the recording and playback direction of the record/play deck.
Direction change can be performed during recording, playback or pause.
> ... Lights when forward mode is selected. Flashes if tape travel is stopped
during reverse recording.
< ... Lights when reverse mode is selected.
@ Cassette compartment (Recording and playback)
@ TAPE COUNTER (Record/play deck.)
3-digit display measures tape travel on record/play deck.
@ TAPE COUNTER RESET button
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
@ COPY SPEED switch
Press to set the copy mode.
NORMAL ... Permits you to fisten to playback normaily during dubbing
(normal speed copying)
QM HIGH ... High speed dubbing (double-speed, half-time copying)
@ Playback-only switches
€*} (PLAY) . Forward or reverse mode playback.
€& (FAST) Rewind in forward mode, fast forward in reverse mode.
> (FAST) ..... Fast forward in forward mode, rewind in reverse mode.
®@/2
(STOP/EJECT)
...
Stops
tape
travel.
Ejects
cassette
if
pressed
when
tape is stopped.
@ Synchronized copy switch {SYNCHRO COPY)
Press to start copying from Deck | to Deck Il. Set the copying speed {NOR-
MAL or HIGH) using the COPY SPEED switch.
® Press this switch only after you have set the COPY SPEED switch as
desired. If this switch is pressed first, the speed cannot afterwards be
changed, even if the COPY SPEED switch position is later changed.
@ Dolby NR switch
Press to activate noise reduction system. Use to play back tapes recorded us-
ing Dalby B NR noise reduction.
° ‘Tapes recorded using Dolby B NR noise reduction should always be
played back with the naise reduction system on. Sound quality will be
adversely affected if they are played back with the system off, or if tapes
recorded using a different noise reduction system are played back with the
Dolby B NR system on.
* It is recommeded that tapes recorded using Dolby B NR be so marked on
the label. This will help to prevent incorrect setting of the noise reduction
switch during playback.
AUAUAU UDA VAUD URAL Rasa eA
Noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licens-
ing Corporation.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
VAUD VV Vs U RV rar VAY LAU RU AUR NOUV I
@® Recording mute switch (REC MUTE)
Use to create blank intervals on a tape during recording. Works only while held
depressed.
@ Record/Playback switches
@ (REC) 0.0... Record
€*> (PLAY) .. Playback in forward or reverse mode.
@& (FAST) Rewind in forward mode, fast forward in reverse mode.
> (FAST) Fast forward in forward mode, rewind in reverse mode
ais
(STOP/EJECT) .. Stops tape travel. Ejects cassette if pressed when tape is
stopped.
@B (PAUSE) .... Temporarily stops tape travel. Cancels pause mode when
pressed again.
[AMPLIFIER/GRAPHIC EQUALIZER]
@ Power switch (POWER)
@ Headphone jack (PHONES)
For miniature stereo phone plug.
® Microphone jack (MIC}
Fer standard phone plug.
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@ Mic Mixing Controls (MIC MIXING?
Adjusts balance between mic volume and volume of other input sources.
®ve veins © mc verre
@ me ves
E
sOURSE.
Source
input
emphasized
To
listen
to
the
sound
Mic
input
emphasized
from a microphone mix-
ed with that of a radio
broadcast or tape
playback:
NOTE:
2
Set
the
contro
to
the
SOURCE
position
as
shown
in
Fig.
A
when
not
us
ing
a
microphone.
2
Source
volume
is
cut
by
about
1/100
when
controf
is
set
to
the
MIC
posi
tion.
@ Graphic equalizer controls (GRAPHIC EQUALIZER)
Fine
adjustments
in
sound
quality
are
possible
using
the
5
controls
on
the
graphic equalizer.
@ BALANCE control
@ SURROUND/STEREO WIDE switch/indicator
By using this function, the sounds from stereo sources will be given new
breadth, reproducing the effect of concert hall presence.
NOTE:
Stereo
Wide
sound
has
no
effect
on
monaural
sources
(AM.
broadcasts,
etc. ),
@ Function switches (FUNCTION)
Press the button corresponding to the desired program source.
TUNER . . Press to listen to radio.
VIDEO .. Press to listen to component {Hi-Fi VCR, laser disc player,
etc.) connected to the auxiliary input jacks.
cD... Press to listen to CD player. .
Press to listen to turntable.
Press to listen to tape playback,
PHONO
TAPE ......
@ Volume Control (VOLUME)
1
i
|
/

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
F-X65Z/F-X55ZL
DIGITAL SYNTHESIZER TUNER:
TX-588Z/TX-SS5ZL
STEREO TUNER |
TX-3332/TX-333Z4,
The illustration shows model F-X58ZL.
ceo
@@o90 8 .é)
NOTE:
The illustration is of the model for use in continental European and the U.K.
@ FREQUENCY display
Permits reading the received frequency at a glance from the displayed figure.
The FM band is indicated by MHz, and the AM (MW or LW) band by kHz.
@ STEREO indicator
This
tights
when
a
stereo
program
has
been
picked
up
during
an
FM
broad-
cast.
@ FUNCTION switch
MW: Push to receive MW band broadcasts.
LW: Push to receive LW band broadcasts.
FM; Push to receive FM band broadcasts.
[Only AM/FM switching is available for models F-X55Z and TX-555z. =)
@ MEMORY switch
Push to operate the memory circuit. After the switch is pressed, the memory
circuit will function for about ten seconds. During this time, press one of the
STATION CALL switches to memorize the station being currently received. if
more than ten seconds elapse after the MEMORY switch is pressed, no sta-
tions can be memorized, In this case, press the MEMORY switch again if you
wish to memorize a station.
@ STATION CALL switches
These are used to preset and recall broadcasting stations. A total of 16 sta-
tions can be preset [FM: 8, AM (MW or LW): 8).
¢ To tune in to a prememorized station, push the appropriate STATION
CALL switch.
* Once the stations have been preset, all you have to do to recail them is
push the STATION CALL switch.
@ TUNING switches
These are used to locate the stations. Push either of these two switches; the
left switch “—’ to go to a lower, and the right switch “+” to go to a higher
frequency.
@ TUNED indicator
This
lights
to
indicate
when
the
finest
tuning
of
a
station
has
been
achieved.
The illustration shows model F-X33ZL.
NOTE:
The illustration is of the model for use in continental Europe and the U.K.
@ POWER indicator
@ TUNED indicator
This lights up to indicate when finest tuning of a station has been achieved.
@ STEREO indicator
This lights when a stereo program has been picked up during an FM broad-
cast.
@ Dial pointer
@ Function switch
MW: Push to receive MW band broadcasts.
LW: Push to receive LW band broadcasts.
FM: Push to receive FM band broadcasts.
{ Only AM/FM switching is available for models F302 and TX. 3332,
@ Tuning knob
Rotate this knob to pick up stations.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
@ ARM ELEVATION switch
| TURNTABLE: PL-X55Z/PL-X33Z/PL-855Z/PL-333Z | oe
* Use the switch for manual play.
* Use the switch to suspend record play temporarily.
Model PL-X55Z Model PL-555Z ® Use the switch when changing the tracks during actual play
€ {UP}: The tonearm rises (the stylus moves away from the record}.
{DOWN|]: The tonearm descends {the sivius is lowered onto the record)
@ DISC SIZE switch (only PL-X55Z), SIZE switch {only PL-5552Z)
Set this switch in accordance with the size of the record.
30: For 30 cm LP records. 17: for 17 cm EP reéords.
@ SPEED switch
Set this switch in accordance with ihe seed of the record.
33: For 33-1/3 rpm records. 45: For 45 rpm records.
Platter
Rubber mat
Platter shaft
EP adaptor
Dust cover
Arm rest
Tonearm
@ START/STOP switch (only PL-X55Z and PL-555Z)
Press this switch when starting auto play or when stopping play.
NOTE: NOTE:
Be sure to press the switch firmly when starting playback; if not pressed PL-X33Z and PL-333Z are not equipped with switch @. i !
firmly, the platter may rotate without the tonearm moving. i
@ CUT switch (only PL-X33Z), STOP switch {only PL-333Z) :
Press this switch when stopping play.
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER CONTROLS
The advantage of the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER over conventional tone controls is Hl
that with the five controls of the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER it is possible to control T
five different narrow, distinct sections of the audio band width by up to +8 dB. = d : ] i = l
With conventional tone controls a setting for a bass or treble boost or cut will
also affect the lower or upper mid frequencies. The frequency bands controlled = f
by the five slide controls have been chosen to yield the maximum possible con- ~ — -
trol action within the audio spectrum. OOH Rae VE VSS RHE TOKE
100 Hz: = The 100 Hz control is very useful in enhancing low bass notes as in ALADDIN I™ :
organ music. =
330 Hz: = The 330 Hz control will allow you to vary the upper bass frequencies. Sf RS ORS ze Hi
1 kHz: The 1 kHz control is the presence control and can be used very ef-
fectively to emphasize, or de-emphasize vocalists.
3.3 kHz: The 3.3 kHz control will add brilliance and clarity to brass in-
struments and violins. 3%
10 kHz: = The 10 kHz control can be used to make up for missing high on
frequencies absorbed by the environment and to add a natural
crispness to music.
86660066
Cartridge
Emphasie
frequency range :
De-emphasize
frequency fange
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HOW TO HANDLE CASSETTE TAPES
Bear in mind the following points before
loading cassette tapes.
is the tape loose, or is some of the tape out-
side 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.
Some cassette tapes come with a plastic or thick paper stop-
per 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 wili not be erased accidentally.
When the tab (Fig. B) on the cassette shell is broken out 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 on a cassette whose tabs have been broken out,
simply stick a piece of doubled adhesive tape over the tab
areas, as shown in Fig. C.
NOTE:
The accidental erasure prevention tabs are located at the top left on
both sides A and 8 {7 or 2}, sa that material on each side can be
prevented from being erased in error.
NOTE FOR RE-RECORDING ON A CASSETTE TAPE WHICH
HAS A BROKEN TAB/
Fig. C x
Adhesive tape for
re-recording
CORRECT METHOD OF APPLYING TAPE
© Apply two layers of cellophane tape.
« Apply the tape taut so that it does not rise up.
Apply vinyl tape, gum tape, or
other tape apart from cellophane
tape./
Tips on using cassette tapes
© Leader tape (which does not allow saund 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 and
oil for storing the tapes.
e 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.
How to prevent already
recorded tapes
from being erased
How to take up
tape slack
Fig. B
For side A
For side B
Cassette shell Tape
INCORRECT METHOD OF APPLYING TAPE
THIS MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT
Apply to tap portion only. Insert an eraser, or the like.
After removing the cellophane tape, completely wipe away all traces of paste. Use only
alcohol or benzine.
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BASIC OPERATIONS
NORMAL RECORDING STARTING IN THE FORWARD DIREC
TION (Record/play deck only}
You can record signals that have been modified using the graphic equalizer, as
well as microphone input mixed with another input source. Neither of these are
possible, though, during tape copying.
1. Load @ non-recorded cassette tape in the record/play
2. Press the FUNCTION switch correspanding to the pr
pobxwn recorded {TUNER, CD, PHONO, VIDEO).
switon
3.
Select
the
DOLBY
NR
setting.
| DECK AMPLIFIER
The illustration shows model DC-X56Z.
The operation of a single deck is the same as that of Deck ii.
DIRECTION switch a i REC switch -— PAUSE switch
deck
n source to be
REVERSE MODE
switch,
STOP/EJECT
4,
Start
playback
of
the
program
source
switch
5.
If
so
desired,
set
the
graphic
equalizer
controls
to
modify
the
signal
to
be
PLAY
switch
4
recorded.
STOP/EJECT
5
switch
6.
Press
the
REC
{
@
)
switch.
POWER
ab)
*
The
REC
indicator
will
light.
switch
ee
7.
Adjust
the
playback
volume
to
the
desired
jevel.
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER FUNCTION switches —! TAPE FUNCTION switch
controis
*® Set the cassette tape deck amplifier’s POWER switch to ON.
The direction indicator will light.
e Adjust the volume with the VOLUME control and tone with the GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER controls on the cassette tape deck amplifier.
NORMAL PLAYBACK STARTING IN THE FORWARD DIREC-
TION (Playback-only deck and Record/play deck)
Tapes may be played back on either Deck | or Deck il, However, playback on
both decks at the same time is not possible. If the PLAY ( €2} ) switch on one
deck is pressed during playback on the other deck, continuous playback will be
initiated. For details, see the ‘Relay Playback” section.
Load a pre-recorded cassette tape.
Press the TAPE FUNCTION switch.
Select the DOLBY NR setting.
Press the PLAY ( €#} ) switch.
* Press the PLAY ( €*} } switch of the deck into which the tape is load-
ed.
5. To stop playback, press the STOP/EJECT ( &/4) switch.
=
PLAYBACK STARTING IN THE REVERSE DIRECTION
1. Pertorm steps 1 — 3 of “Normal Playback starting in the Forward
Direction.”
2. Press the PLAY ( €2> } switch.
© Playback starts in the forward mode.
3. Press the DIRECTION switch to change to the reverse mode. (The DIREC-
TION indicator will show <1.)
NOTE,
STOP EJECT { Bim )
© After pressing this switch to stap the tape, allow time for the tape heads to
retract fully before pressing it again to eject the tape. The tape compart-
ment door may hit the heads and jam, making it impossible to remove the
tape.
Continuous playback;
© During continuous playback, tape playback will continue for eight full
plays {including forward and reversel, after which the unit will stop
automatically; in this case, however, the PLAY switch { €e> } will re-
main in the depressed position.
CASSETTE TAPE RECORDING
The graphic equalizer can be used to modify the source sound for recording. in
addition, mic mixing output can also be recorded. Note that these features can-
not be used during tape copying.
PRECAUTION:
® After an auto-stop takes piace at the tape end during recording, withdraw
the tape. (Note that if you switch the unit OFF and then ON again without
withdrawing the tape, recording will start again.|
© Deo not press the REC switch { @ } when the right-side Direction Indicator is
flashing; press the STOP/EJECT { §/® } switch, then remove the tape.
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PAUSING AND RESTARTING RECORDING
8. Press the PAUSE ( HM ) switch.
* Recording will be suspended.
9. To restart recording again,
© Press the PAUSE ( @8 ) switch again.
STOPPING RECORDING
10. Press the STOP/EJECT ( H/ ) switch.
11, Press again to eject the tape.
NOTE:
° At the completion of recording, the REC and PLAY switches will rereir:
depressed, but the heads and transport mechanism will be completely
disengaged.
° if the erasure prevention tabs are broken out of a cassette, the REC switch
can still be depressed, but the recording operation will not be perfortred.
Be sure to check the tape operation when recording.
RECORDING STARTING IN THE REVERSE DIRECTION
1. Load a non-recorded cassette tape in the record/play deck.
* Make sure that both of the erasure prevention tabs (side A and side B) on
the cassette are intact.
2. Select the DOLBY NR setting.
3. Press the FUNCTION switch corresponding to the program source to be
recorded (TUNER, CD, PHONO, VIDEO).
4, Set the REVERSE MODE switch to the (—_)) position
5. Press the PAUSE ( §B ) switch,
6. Press the REC ( @ ) switch.
* The deck will be set to the record pause mode. .
7. Press the DIRECTION switch and set the deck to the reverséymode,
© The record/play deck direction indicator will ight.
8. Start playback of the program source to be recorded.
9. If so desired, set the graphic equalizer controls to modify the signal to be
recorded.
10. Press the PAUSE { BI } switch.
@ The deck will be released from the pause mode and recording will start.
e The tape stops automatically when recording in the reverse direction is
finished.
PLAYBACK OF OTHER AUDIO COMPONENTS CONNECTED
TO THIS UNIT
1. Press the function switch to select the desired components.
Component FUNCTION switch
CD player cD
Component connected to
VIDEO jacks VIDEC
2. Start playback.
For details on how to operate other components, refer to the operating in-
structions supplied with them.
3. Adjust the volume and tone as desired.