Pioneer MS-Z63 User manual

MUSIC SYSTEM
Operating VMIS-Z2Z63
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OPTIONAL STEREO TURNTABLE
PL-Z93
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Thank you for buying this PIONEER product.
Piease read through these operating instructions so you will know how
to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the in-
structions, put them away in a 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 draw-
ings. However, the method of connecting and operating the unit is the
same.
CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT 1
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user of the presence of
uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage” withtn the product's
anclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons
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
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.
WARNING 710 preveNT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZ-
ARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
LOCATION
Install
the
MUSIC
SYSTEM
in
a
well
ventilated
location
where
it
will
not
be
exposed
to
high
temperture
or
humidity.
Do
not
install
the
MUSIC
SYSTEM
tuner
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
MUSIC
SYSTEM
in
a
damp
or dusty
environment
may
result
in
malfunction
or
accident.
(Also
avoid
installtion
near
cookers
etc.,
where
the
MUSIC
SYSTEM
may
be
exposed
to
smoke
from
oil,
steam or heat.)
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FEATURES
High
power
output
5-band
graphic
equalizer
Remote
control
.
Stereo double
cassette
tape
deck
Synchronized copy start
High-speed copy
Relay play
Auto recording level
DIGITAL synthesizer FM/AM tuner
Up to 24 stations preset
(FM-16/AM-8 stations)
BEFORE
OPERATING,
CHECK
THE
POSITION
OF
THE
SWITCHES
LINE
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
SWITCHES
Only
multi-volttage
models
are
provided
with
this
switch.
US.,
Canadian,
European,
and
U.K.modeis
are
not
provided
with
this
switch,
Main
voltages
in
Saudi
Arabia
are
127
V
and
220
V
only.
Never
use
this
model
with
110
V
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
10
the
power
requirements
of
the
destination.
Check
that
it
is
set
properly
before
plugging
the
power
cord
into
the
AC
wall
socket.
If
the
voltage
is
not
properly
set
or
if
you
move
to
an
atea
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
voitage
selector,
and
adjust
so
that
the
tip
of
the
arrow
points
to
the
voltage
value
of
your
area.
eaov sev
Medium-size screw driver
CHECKING
ACCESSORY
ITEMS
AM/FM
CHANNEL
STEP
SWITCH
This
switch
is
not
provided
on
models
for
Europe,
U.K.,
North
America
or
Saudi
Arabia.
The
CHANNEL
STEP
switch
is
located
on
the
rear
panel,
Before
the
MUSIC
SYSTEM
leaves
the
factory,
this
switch
is
set
to
the
channel
allotment
plan
of
the
area
in
which
the
MUSIC
SYSTEM
is
sold.
When
the
AUTO
TUNING
switch
is
given
a
single
push,
the
frequency
display
will
change
in
the
following
manner
[100 kHz/10 kHz] position:
Set
to
this
position
for
areas
with
FM
reception
step
of
100
kHz
and
AM
10
kHz
{50 kHz/S9 kHz] position:
Set
to
this
position
for
areas
with
FM
reception
step
of
50
kHz
and
AM
9
kHz.
NOTE:
ff
the
switch
is
set
to
the
wrong
position,
correct
tuning
will
not
be
possible,
Consult
your
dealer
if
you
are
not
sure
about
the
channel
allotment
|
plan
in
your
area
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CHANNEL @TEP
Remote control unit
1.5 V dry cell batteries
Size “AAA” (EC RO3/UM-4)
Ss
FM
T-type
antenna
SW
lead
wire
antenna
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BEFORE OPERATION
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment on the
reverse side of the remote controi unit.
2. Take out the two size “AAA” [IEC RO3 (UM-4)] dry
cell batteries supplied and load them into the battery
compartment, taking care to follow the polarity
markings on the compartment.
3. Repiace the cover of the battery compartment.
Cautions for handling dry cell batteries
Misusing dry cell batteries can result in electrolyte leakage or explosions.
Bear in mind the following points for getting the most out of your
batteries.
* When loading the batteries into the battery compartment, make sure
the plus ® and minus © polarities correspond to the markings on the
compartment,
* Even though they may be the same shape, batteries come with
different voltage ratings. Do not mix or use different voltage ratings.
Do not mix or use different types of batteries together. Use only the
same kind of batteries.
* Do not mix up new batteries and used batteries but replace all the
batteries at the same time.
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SET-UP FOR OPTIONAL PL-Z93 TURNTABLE
1. Check the parts.
2 es
EP adaptor Platter mat Platter
2. Pinch belt on inner rim between thumb and forefinger.
3. Slip belt over thumb and pull out, inserting thumb in
hole.
4. Insert forefinger from top of platter and transfer belt
to forefinger.
5. Lower platter onto spindle.
6. Release belt onto pulley.
Correct
Incorrect
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7. Place the platter mat on the platter.
8. Remove the vinyl! band holding the tonearm.
9. Remove the tonearm from the arm rest.
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10.Remove the stylus cover.
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CONNECTIONS
T-type
FM
antenna
See
page
13.
See
page
3
{Supplied with the unit}
a See page 3.
« Use for FM reception until a special-
purpose FM antenna is installed.
« Stretch both ends taut and affix to a
wall,
etc.
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Left
&
Right
;
Ground
i
SPEAKERS
terminals
[caer
ar) =
fe
i
5
|
Left
&
Right
CDIVIDEO
Power
cord
Left
&
Right
jacks
PHONO
jacks
@
i)
Connect the wire
marked with a
dotted line to (4). SPEAKERS Turntable CD player
\ R L PL-293
(optional)
Antenna ground CONNECTING SPEAKER WIRES
Although grounding is not necessary for reception it is recommended 1. Twist the tip of the wire.
for protection against damage from lightning if an outdoor FM antenna 40
is used. Grounding is recommended as well to heip reduce noise and sie 4
hum. A 3
NOTE:
Never make the ground connection to a gas pipe as sparks could cause
the
gas
to
ignite.
2.
Push
the
lever
and
insert
the
cord
into
the
opening.
Speaker Impedance :
Use speaker systems with an impedance ranging from 4 0. eae
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Connecting the input cords Lever
Left channel White plug 3. Release the lever and pull the cord to see that it is
Ow connected properly and securely.
Right channel
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Red plug NOTE:
Do not allow any of the cord conductors to protrude trom the terminals
When another stereo component {purchased separately) is connected, or touch any other conductors. Malfunctioning or break-downs may
note the following instructions: occur when conductors come into contact with each other.
* Connect the plugs properly. Faulty connections can cause noise and
also breakdowns and failures.
¢ The white terminal is for the left channel and the red terminal is for
the right channel.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
Cassette tape deck receiver
(1)
POWER
(STANDBY/ON)
switch
@
SYNCHRO
COPY
SPEED
switch
ON:
When
set
to
the
ON
position,
power
is
supplied
and
the
ja.
NORM
(Normal):
unit
becomes
operational.
Normal-speed
copying
(Permits
you
to
listen
to
playback
normally}.
STANDBY:
When
set
to
the
STANDBY
position,
the
main
power
flow
um
HIGH:
is
cut
and
the
unit
is
no
longer
fully
operational,
A
minute
Hi
;
s
se
7
igh-speed
copying
(double-speed,
halftime
a
flow
of
power
feeds
the
unit
to
maintain
operation
9
ying
{dou
ry
:
copying!
readiness.
; .
(3)
PHONES
jack
«
When
not
using
the
unit
for
a
tong
period,
disconnected
the
power
ye
oa
eur:
This
is
‘‘standard
plug-type
jack’
for
headphones.
NOTE:
NOTE
;
*
When
the
power
cord
is
connected
to
a
wall
outlet,
the
unit
is
in
Sound
is
not
heard
from
the
speakers
when
headphones
are
in
use.
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STANDBY condition.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
@ PAUSE (18) button
Temporarily
stops
tape
travel
Cancels
pause
mode
when
pressed
again
(@)
STOP/EJECT
(m@)
button
Stops
tape
travel.
Ejects
cassette
if
pressed
when
tape
is
stopped
©) FF (»» } button
Fast forward
@) REW («<) button
Rewind
@ PLAY (») button
Playback.
(3) DECK If compartment
REC (@) button
Record.
G} DECK | compartment
Gi REMOTE SENSOR window
43 INDICATORS
FM AUTO:
This lights durmg FM reception.
FM:
Lights
when
the
Band
switch
(6)
is
pressed
to
select
FM.
AM:
Lights
when
the
Band
switch
16
is
pressed
to
select
AM
(MW,
SW).
AUTO
TUNING:
This
lights
if
you
select
AUTO
with
the
AUTO/MANUAL
tuning
switch
(21)
MEMORY:
Lights when the MEMORY switch (8 is pressed
STEREO:
Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is received
G4)
FREQUENCY
(PRESET
NUMBER)
display
(® Graphic equalizer controls
The
equalizer
is
divided
into
five
frequency
ranges
(100
Hz,
330
Hz,
4
kHz,
3.3
kHz,
10
kHz)
to
adjust
music
to
the
individual
taste
of
the
listener.
NOTE:
Effective
only
for
audio
playback.
Does
not
work
for
recording
and
copying operations.
@ Band selector switch (FM/MW/SW)
This is used to select the band of the desired station.
po EM me MI SW
The
bands
change
alternately
each
time
the
switch
is
pressed.
G2 STATION PRESET switches
These
are
used
to
recall
preset
broadcasting
stations
and
to
preset
the
station
Js} MEMORY switch
This
switch
is
used
to
preset
stations.
When
the
switch
is
pressed,
the
MEMORY
indicator
will
tight.
To
preset
the
frequency
of
any
press
the
STATION
PRESET
switches
while
the
memory
indicator
is
lighting.
ation,
9 TUNING switches
These are used to locate the stations
Push
the
°
‘
switch
to
go
to
a
flower,
and
the
"4"
switch
to
go
to
a
higher
frequency.
@ FUNCTION switches/indicators
The indicator @é flashes. The sound volume will be faint
TAPE:
Press when listening to a Cassette tape.
PHONO:
Press
when
playing
records
on
turntable
connected
to
the
PHONO
jacks.
TUNER:
Press when listening to FM, MW or SW broadcasts.
CD/VIDEO:
Press
when
listening
to
a
CD
player
or
VCR
connected
to
the
CD/VIDEO
jacks.
@) AUTO/MANUAL tuning switch/indicator
Use
to
select
either
the
AUTO
mode
or
MANUAL
mode
for
FM/AM
reception.
(When
the
auto
tuning
mode
is
selected,
the
AUTO
TUNING
indicator
will
now
light.)
@) MASTER VOLUME control
Use to adjust sound volume.
This
is
an
electronic
volume
control,
DO
NOT
FORCE
TO
OVERTURN
OR
DAMAGE
MAY
RESULT.
Adjustment
can
aiso
be
performed
with
the
accessory
remote
control
unit.
@MUTING switch/indicator
Use to temporarily cut sound volume.
ON:
The
indicator
@)
flashes.
The
sound
volume
will
be
faint.
OFF:
The indicator @) stops flashing. The sound will return to its previous
volume
NOTE:
if
muting
is
on,
it
will
be
canceled
if
FUNCTION
is
switched
or
volume
is adjusted.
@ DECK | RECORDING ON indicator (REC)
Lights during recording.
@) STANDBY indicator
This indicator lights in standby status when the power cord is connected
to 8 power outlet.
@) Power level/Muting indicators
These
light
successively
to
show
power
level.
During
muting,
they
flash.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
| Turntable: PL-293 (Optional)
@ Platter mat
@) Platter spindie
@) EP adaptor
(@ Dust cover
(©) SPEED switch
Set this switch in accordance with the speed of the record
33:
For 33-1/3 rpm records.
45:
For 45 rpm records.
NOTE:
8e sure to press the switch firmly when starting playback; if not pressed
firmly, the platter may rotate without the tonearm moving.
© ARM-ELEVATION switch
® Use the switch for manual play.
* Use the switch to suspend record play temporarily.
» 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 stylus is lowered onto the record).
@ STOP switch
Press this switch when stopping play.
@) Platter
(9) Cartridge
@ Tonearm
@) Arm rest
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@ POWER (STANDBY/ON) key
(2) MUTING key
Use to temporarily cut sound volume.
To return to the set volume level press this key again or operate the
MASTER VOLUME key.
@ MASTER VOLUME (+: UP, -: DOWN) key
@ FUNCTION selector keys
© TUNER keys
BAND selector keys:
This is used to select the band of the desired station.
STATION key:
Each time this key is pressed the next preset station is called in numerical
order.
Range of remote control
When the remote control unit is pointed at the REMOTE SENSOR
window on the deck receiver and any of its keys is pressed, the cassette
deck receiver and other components can be operated by remote control.
Distance:
Within a range of approximately 7 meters from the REMOTE SENSOR
window
Angle:
Within approximately 30 degrees from the center of the REMOTE
SENSOR window.
Remote control will not be possible if there is an obstacle between the
remote
control
unit
and
the
REMOTE
SENSOR
window.
NOTE:
Remote control may not function if direct sunlight or strong fluorescent
light strikes the remote sensor window.

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER CONTROLS
The advantage of the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER over conventional tone
controls is that with the five controis of the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER it
is possible to control five different frequency band. With conventional
tone controls a setting for a bass or treble boost or cur will also affect
the lower or upper mid frequencies. The frequency bands controfied
by the five slide controls have been chosen to yield the maximum
possible control action within the audio spectrum.
700 Hz:
The 100 Hz contro! is very useful for enhancing law bass notes as in
organ music.
330 Hz:
The 330 Hz control will allow you to vary the upper bass frequencies.
1 KHz:
The 1 kHz control is the presence control and can be used very
effectively to emphasize, or de-emphasize vocalists.
OPERATIONS
PERFORM THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES BEFORE STARTING ANY
OF THE OPERATIONS.
Select the FUNCTION switches @ or Band selector
switch (@) before operating any of the equipment.
* To listen to a compact disc or VCR: [CD/VIDEO}
® To listen to a record: |PHONO}
* To listen to cassette tape: [TAPE}
* To listen to FM: [TUNER and then BAND switch]
* To listen to MW: [TUNER and then BAND switch}
* To listen to SW: [TUNER and then BAND switch]
When a function key is pressed, the corresponding indicator lights.
RECORD PLAY (Turntable PL-Z93)
1. Set the FUNCTION switch @) on the MUSIC SYSTEM
to PHONO.
2. Place the record on the platter mat.
3. Remove the stylus cover and release the tonearm
from the armrest.
4. Set the SPEED switch ©.
5. Move the ARM-ELEVATION switch ©) to the UP
position.
6. Move the tonearm by hand across the record.
At this stage, the platter starts to rotate. :
7. Move the ARM-ELEVATION switch © to the DOWN
position.
8. Adjust the volume with the MASTER VOLUME
control @ on the MUSIC SYSTEM and the tone with
the Graphic equalizer controls (5).
9. To stop the player while a record is being played, press
the STOP switch @.
3.3 kHz:
The 3.3 kHz control will add brilliance and clarity to brass instruments.
and violins.
10 kHz:
The 10 kHz control can be used to make up for missing high frequencies
absorbed by the environment and to add a natural crispness to music.
Emphasize
frequency range
+ De-emphasize
frequency range
Switch numbers used in the tollowing explanation refer to the numbers
appearing in the FRONT PANEL FACILITIES section on page 6, 7 and 8.
Listening to FM or AM broadcasts
< Auto tuning can be used for both FM and AM {MW) reception, >
1. Use the AUTO/MANUAL switch @?) to select the auto
tuning mode or the manual tuning mode.
* When the auto tuning mode is selected, the AUTO TUNING
indicator will now fight.
2. Use the BAND selector switch (1 to select either the
FM or AM (MW or SW) reception band.
* For FM broadcasts, the FM" and MHz” indicators will light.
¢ For AM broadcasts, the AM" and “kHz” indicators will light.
3. Press the - (Down) or the + (Up) TUNING switches
@®.
Auto tuning [FM, AM (MW, SW)]:
The tuner will automatically search for a broadcasting station, and
stop when one is found. To search for another station, press again,
Manual tuning [FM, AM (MW, SW)};
The tuning frequency will change by one step each time the switch
is pressed. Press as many times as necessary to tune in the desired
station.
if the switch is held depressed, the reception frequency will change
continuously, and stop when the switch is released.
4. When you wish to receive a different station within
the same band, repeat step 3. To receive a station on
a different reception band, repeat steps 2 and 3.
5. Adjust the volume and tone with the Graphic equalizer
controls.
NOTE:
* When AUTO TUNING is in use, reception may not be possible when
signals are weak. At these times MANUAL TUNING is recommended.
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OPERATIONS
Memorizing FM and AM stations
You
can
memorize
8
FM
and
AM
stations
in
Mode
1,
and
8
FM
stations
in
Mode
2,
that
is
a
total
of
24
stations.
1.
Use
the
BAND
selector
switch
(5
to
select
either
the
FM
or
AM
reception
band.
*
For
FM
broadcasts,
the
‘“FM’’
and
“MHz”
indicators
will
light.
*
For
AM
(MW/SW)
broadcasts,
the
“AM”
and
“kHz”
indicators
will
light.
2.
Use
the
TUNING
switches
“5
to
tune
in
the
desired
station.
3.
Press
the
MEMORY
switch
(8).
*
The
MEMORY
indicator
will
light
(about
S
seconds.)
*
By
pressing
the
MEMORY
switch
once,
(’’P
1"
indicator
lights)
the
station
will
be
memorized
to
Mode
1.
(1-8)
»
By
pressing
the
MEMORY
switch
twice,
(P2’’
indicator
lights)
the
station
will
be
memorized
to
Mode
2.
{(9—
16)
4.
Press
the
STATION
PRESET
switch
0).
*
While
the
MEMORY
indicator
is
lighting,
press
the
switch
corresponding
to
the
station
which
you
wish
to
memorize
or
re-
memorize,
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Memorized station tuning
1.
Press
the
STATION
PRESET
switch
(17)
into
which
the
desired station has been memorized.
*
To
listen
to
a
Mode
1
broadcast,
press
the
switch
once;
and
to
listen
to
a
Mode
2
broadcast,
press
it
twice.
*
By
pressing
the
STATION
PRESET
switch,
the
switch
number
will
be
displayed,
then
the
frequency
will
be
displayed.
NOTE:
if,
for
example,
you
wish
to
receive
the
station
memorized
in
STATION
PRESET switch “15” press switch 7/15" twice.
in
this
way,
simple
and
accurate
reception
of
any
desired
station
is
possible
NOTE:
*
The
contents
of
the
STATION
PRESET
switch
will
be
preserved
for
several
days,
even
if
the
MUSIC
SYSTEM
power
cord
is
unplugged.
* if a memorized station has been erased, re-memorize it.
Last Station Memory
*
When
the
POWER
switch
(@
is
pressed
to
turn
power
on,
the
last
station
received
before
the
power
was
previously
turned
STANDBY
mode
will
be
received
again.
*
When
power
is
ON,
if
the
Band
selector
switch
i
is
pressed,
the
last
station
received
before
the
Band
selector
switch
was
previously
pressed
will
be
received
again.
CASSETTE TAPE SECTION OPERATION
With
this
cassette
tape
deck,
normal
tapes
are
sufficient
for
recording
and
playback.
CASSETTE PLAYBACK (DECK | OR DECK II)
1. Set the FUNCTION switches @) to TAPE.
2.
Depress
a
STOP/EJECT
(@@)
button
(S)
to
open
one
of
the
Tape
compartments.
Then
insert
a
pre-recorded
cassette
into
the
tape
compartment
with
the
exposed
section
of
the
cassette
tape
facing
down.
Depress
the
REW
(«-«)
button
©)
if
the
tape
is
not
fully
rewound
onto
the
left
hand
hub.
3.
To
advance
the
tape
in
forward
direction,
depress
the
FF
(»»)
button
(6),
Depress
the
STOP/EJECT
(m@
-@)
button
(5)
to
release
the
FAST
FORWARD
mode
and
stop
the
tape.
4.
Depress
the
PLAY
(»)
button
(8)
and
adjust
the
MASTER
VOLUME
control
@)
and
Graphic
equalizer
controls
(5.
5. When the end of the cassette is reached, the
mechanism
will
automatically
switch
off.
If
it
is
desired
to
stop
playback
before
the
end
of
the
tape
is reached, depress the STOP/EJECT (™@) button ®.

OPERATIONS
RELAY
PLAY
(DECK
H-~1)
5S.
When
the
end
of
the
tape
is
reached,
the
cassette
It
is
possible
to
automatically
play
back
two
cassette
tapes
in
sequence,
mechanism
will
automatically
stop.
in
order
to
stop
so
that
on
completion
of
DECK
II,
DECK
|
will
automatically
stant
playing
the
recording
before
the
end
of
the
tape,
simply
The
procedure
is
as
follows:
depress
the
DECK
|
STOP/EJECT
(m#)
button
“5).
1.
Insert
pre-recorded
cassettes
into
both
tape
compartments,
with
the
first
cassette
to
be
played
in
oe
peta
ts,
=
ee
DECK I! and the second cassette to be played in DECK NOTE:
During recerding or playback with one of the two decks, do not
I
Pa
erate
the
ther.
i
2. Make sure that the FUNCTION switches (0 is in the eaaisshcAbat Atal Llane Saaeoene ree ep? © Cyaan as)
TAPE
position.
,
3.
Press
the
PLAY
(»
)
button
(©)
of
DECK
Hl.
SYNCHRO
COPY
(TAPE
COPY)
lan
i
4.
ees
the
PAUSE
(Hl)
@
and
PLAY
{»
)
buttons
@)
of
In
order
to
copy
from
one
cassette
tape
to
another
follow
this
procedure:
DECI
|:
1.
Set
the
FUNCTION
switches
@
to
TAPE,
insert
a
NOTE:
biank
cassette
into
DECK
|
compartment
and
insert
*
DECK
Hf
will
now
start
playing
and
stops
automatically
when
the
end
the
cassette
to
be
copied
into
DECK
II
compartment.
of the tape is reached and DECK { will start. At the end of DECK |
its mechanism will also stop automatically.
* During relay play DECK If has priority.
2. Press the PAUSE (Il) @) and REC (@) (6) buttons of
DECK I. Then press the PLAY (» ) button (8) of DECK
After
hoth
PLAY
(»
}
buttons
(8)
for
DECK
land
DECK
if
have
been
ll.
This
will
release
the
PAUSE
(Il)
button
(@)
of
DECK
pressed,
for
playback
on
DECK
|
it
is
necessary
to
cancel
the
play
land
start
the
tape
copy.
mode
of
DECK
If
by
pressing
its
STOP/EJECT
(M/’&/button
&).
When
one
of
the
cassette
tapes
(DECK
|
or
DECK
Ii)
{DECK | does not start playback if the PAUSE(WR) button @ of DECK
iS
presse)
reaches
its
end,
the
deck
will
automatically
stop.
The
other deck will continue running either in the recording
CASSETTE
RECORDING
(DECK
|
ONLY)
or
playing
mode
until
its
tape
reaches
the
end.
1,
Depress
the
STOP/EJECT
(™/4)
button
()
to
open
NOTE.
the
tape
compartment.
Then
insert
a
tape
into
the
You
can
press
the
SYNCHRO
COPY
SPEED
switch
(2)
for
HIGH
speed
cassette
holder
with
the
exposed
portion
of
the
tape
to
make
a
duplicate
of
your
cassette
tape
at
approximately
twice
the
normal
speed.
While
copying
is
taking
place
the
unit
can
still
be
used
facing downwards and the tape fully rewound on the f
to receive from the radio or to play records.
left hand hub.
2.
Set
the
FUNCTION
switches
@)
to
the
source
to
be
AUXILIARY
JACKS
(CD/VIDEO)
recorded.
if
recording
from
the
radio,
first
select
the
Your
unit
has
one
pair
of
CD/VIDEO
jacks
located
on
the
rear
panel,
required
station
as
described
earlier.
Adjust
the
to
enable
the
input
of
signals
from
other
equipment,
e.g.:
external
tape
volume
to
a
suitable
listening
level
(the
MASTER
deck,
video
cassette
recorders,
compact
disc
players,
etc.
(For
playback
VOLUME
control
@)
and
Graphic
equalizer
controls
@)
with
the
external
unit
the
Function
switches
must
be
set
to CD/VIDEO.)
settings
will
not
affect
the
recording
in
any
way.)
For
connection
use
standard
pin
plug
cords,
available
at
your
dealer.
3.
When
ready
to
record,
depress
the
DECK
|
REC
(@)
TURNTABLE
JACKS
(PHONO)
button
(0).
Recording
is
now
taking
place.
The REC
Your
unit
has
one
pair
of
PHONO
jacks
located
on
rear
panel,
to
enable
indicator
@4)
will
light
to
indicate
recording.
the
input
of
signals
from
a
turntable.
As
turntable
please
use
model
4.
During
recording,
it
may
be
desired
to
omit
short
PL-293
as
these
models
are
specifically
designed
for
use
with
this
unit.
pieces of the program. This is easily achieved by NOTE.
depressing
the
DECK
|
PAUSE
(Il)
button
(>
during
Use
an
MIM
(moving
magnet}
cartridge.
recording. This will stop the tape travel. Depress the
DECK | PAUSE (Hl) button () again to resume the
recording.
NOTE;
The pause function should not be activated for longer than a minute
or two. For longer interruptions use the STOP/EJECT (MY / button &.
11
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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE HEAD SECTION
The heads, capstan and pinch roller are parts which are fiable to get
dirty quite easily. In particular, if the heads are dirty, the high frequency
components of the sound will not be reproduced and the stereo balance
will be impaired, resulting in a deterioration of sound quality. {t is
therefore recommended that the head section be cleaned regularly.
1, Push the STOP/EJECT (MI) button © to open the tape
compartment.
2. Dip a cleaning swab into the cleaning fluid and use it to wipe the
heads, capstan, and pinch roller.
DEMAGNETIZING THE HEAD
The recording/playback head becomes magnetized when you use the
tape deck for prolonged periods of time. This results in noise being
generated and the treble dropping off during recording and playback.
The recording/playback head should therefore be demagnetized regularly
with a head demagnetizer (sold separately). For further details, refer to
the operating instructions accompanying your head demagnetizer
NOTE:
* Do not hold screwdrivers, metal objects or magnets close to the
heads.
« When demagnetizing the heads, be sure the unit’s POWER switch
(D is in the STANDBY position.
Recording/playback head
DECK |: Eraser head
DECK It; Dummy head
Capstan
sh Pinch roller
REPLACING THE STYLUS
1. Remove the stylus gently.
2. Attach the new stylus to the cartridge.
CASSETTE TAPES
NOTE:
* The service life of the stylus on the supplied cartridge ranges from
800 to 1,000 hours. (After about one year if you play records about
two hours everyday. However, the stylus may need to be replaced
earlier depending on the way it is used.}
* Using a worn or damaged stylus can damage your records and distort
the sound reproduction. Remember to replace the stylus at the earliest
possible date.
* Always use the PIONEER “PN-210” as a replacement stylus.
* Always ask for a genuine PIONEER replacement stylus.
PRECAUTION:
If the turntable is placed directly on or against a speaker, the vibrations
from the speaker will be transported to the tonearm’s cartridge, thus
causing feedback howling. Be sure that speakers are mounted
sufficiently separated from the turntable.
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 weil, 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.
—
Stack or Protruding Tape
If any tape is protruding from the cassette as shown in Fig. A or is slack,
the tape may run without passing between the capstan and pinch roller
and so may be damaged. Take up any slack by inserting a pencil through
the reel hub and turning it as shown in Fig. A. Some tapes have a tape
stopper to prevent tape slack.
Make sure it is removed before loading the tape into the deck.
Erasure Prevention Tabs
Cassette tapes are provided with erasure prevention tabs (see Fig, 8)
which act as a protection device to prevent valuable recordings from
being accidentally erased. If these tabs are removed with a screwdriver
as shown in Fig. B, you will be able to prevent any erasure of programs
even if you accidentally set the tape deck to the recording mode by
pushing the REC ( @ ) button 45. To re-record a tape which has had its
tabs removed, cover the tab opening with a double layer of adhesive
tape {see Fig. C).
Turn the pencil to
ramoave tape slack
Fig B
12
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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 approximately 5 seconds so that the leader
tape passes 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.
* 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.
For erasure
prevention remove ..
Cover with adhesive tape
Tab for side B

HINTS FOR BETTER RECEPTION
EXTERNAL FM ANTENNA C
The main advantage of FM over AM is the quality of the broadcast
signal. In order to benefit fully from the high signal quality of FM
broadcasts, it is recommended that a special-purpose FM antenna be
installed. In weak signal areas, a multi-element (3 element, 5 element,
7 element, etc.} antenna shouid be used.
FM OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
There are two ways of connecting the FM antenna to the antenna input
terminals: with a 300 0 twin-lead feeder or with a 75 2 coaxial cable
To get the most from the receiver performance, a 75 Q coaxial cable
is recommended since it is more immune than the twin-lead feeder to
noise and interference from external sources. if an FM antenna has
already been erected outdoors, connect it, referring to the figure
GROUNDING
Grounding is recommended if reception of FM programs is impaired by
noise. To ground, connect a thick polyvinyl insulated wire to the GND
terminal and attach the other end to a metal water pipe or grounding
bar or wind it around a copper plate and bury it
NOTE:
Never connect a wire to a gas pipe for grounding since sparks may ignite
the gas.
EXTERNAL SW ANTENNA
If it is not possible to obtain adequate SW reception even by changing
the orientation of the separate indoor antenna, or an outdoor antenna
should be installed.
INDOOR SW ANTENNA
Use a vinyl insulated wire (5 ~ 6m} and connect one end to the AM
antenna terminal and affix the other end to the wail or ceiling, as high
as possible.
OUTDOOR SW ANTENNA
If reception quality is not improved sufficiently even when an indoor
antenna is used, 3 vinyl insulated wire should be installed outside and
fixed in place.
NOTE:
Do not detach the AM loop antenna when using an indoor or an outdoor
AM antenna.
Twist the
strands togethe
| 7 ff )
| al {
Ps We yonory
He Se
Unit: mm
Ground
300 Q terminals Ground terminal
Outdoor SW antenna
SW indoor antenna
{Potyviny! insulated wire}
13
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TROUBLESHOOTING
incorrect
operations
are
often
mistaken
for
trouble
and
maifunctions.
{f
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.
Amplifier section
Symptom
Probabie Cause
Remedy
No sound from speakers.
Cassette tape deck section
* Is volume level turned down ?
* Are head phones connected to the PHONES jack?
* Increase volume level.
* Disconnect the headphones.
Tape deck will not work.
* Is deck in pause mode?
* Is tape loaded correctly?
* Press PAUSE (Il) button to release pause mode.
* Load correctly.
No sound from tape deck.
* Is FUNCTION switches selected to TAPE?
«Is a blank tape loaded?
* Are heads clean?
© Set switches to TAPE.
* Load a pre-recorded tape.
* Clean heads. |
Recording not possible.
¢ Is tape loaded in DECK I?
* Are heads clean?
* (s a tab on the cassette tape removed?
* Load tape in DECK ! for recording.
* Clean heads.
* Use a cassette tape with tabs, or place a piece of
adhesive tape on the back edge (see page 12).
Copying not possible.
* Is a tab on the cassette tape removed?
¢ Use a cassette tape with tabs, or place a piece of
adhesive tape on the back edge (see page 12).
| Noise picked up during recording
[ of tape, record, radio, etc.
* Is power to TV set turned on ?
* Is unit located too close to TV set?
* Turn off TV set.
* Move unit at least from TV set.
Tuner section
No sound,
* \s the band selector switch selected to AM or
FM?
* Set switch to AM or FM
AM reception not possible. * Is station tuned in properly?
* Tune in station properly.
FM reception not possible.
* ls antenna connected?
¢ Connect antenna, follawing instructions on
page 13.
Large amount of noise.
T
* Are radio waves weak, causing antenna input to
be insufficient?
* Has the cannecting cord of the CD player been
placed too close to the antenna cable?
* Use external antenna.
* Place the cord of the CD player farther away
from the antenna cable or turn off the CD player.
Turntable
No sound,
«Is FUNCTION switches selected to PHONO?
* Set switches to PHONO.
Static, scratching noise
* Is record surface dirty?
* Clean record.
produced. * Is record warped or scratched? * Replace record.
* {ts stylus clean? ¢ Clean stylus.
* ts stylus worn out? ° Replace stylus.
14
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SPECIFICATIONS
Amplifier Section
Peak
music
power
L
+
R
channels........
220
W
Music
power
TRH?
THD.
10%,
4
Qe
SSW
+
BBW
Effective
maximum
output
THz,
T.H.D.
10%,
4
0
{EIAU)
.
Frequency
response
22W + 22W
PHONO
MIM......
60
Hz
to
20,000
Hz
{+
3
dB)
CDMIPDEO........
a -
60
Hz
to
20,000
Hz
(+
3
dB)
Hum
and
Noise
(IHF,
short
circuited,
A
network}
PHONO
MM
60
dB
COMIDEO....
70
dB
Graphic Equalizer frequency band
sroecisteeevaptage
es
100
Hz,
330
Hz,
1
kHz,
3.3
kHz,
10
kHz,
+8
dB
FM Tuner Section
Frequency
range
.....,......
87.9
MHz
te
107.9
MHz
(100
kHz
step}
87.5
MHz
to
108
MHz
(50
kHz
step}
Usable
Sensitivity
000000,
26
GBF,
IHF
(5.6
2V/75
9)
Distortion
STEREO!
my
esvoxseseted
li
reidiveseexe
1%
{1
kHz}
Signal-to-Noise
Ratio
(IMF,
60
‘Bt
input
Mono:
60
dB
Stereo
Separation
,
sheeregadary
26
dB
(1
kHz)
oebte 75 2 unbalanced
300 29 balanced
Antenna Input ...
AM
Tuner
Section
(MW)
531 kHz
to
1,602
kHz
(9
kHz
step)
530
kHz
to
1,610
kHz
(10
kHz
step}
.
800
pVim
..
Ferrite-bar
Antenna
Frequency
range
oo...
Sensitivity
(Ferrite-bar
antenna)
Antenna...
AM
Tuner
Section
(SW)
Frequency range
3200
kHz
to
7300
kHz
(5
kHz
step)
-
9500
kHz
to
21750
kHz
(5
kHz
step)
Bete
lead
wire
antenna
Tape Deck Section
Systems
Heads...
‘
..
4
track,
2-channel
stereo
Recording/playback
head
x
7
(DECK
1)
Erasing
head
x
7
(DECK
1)
Playback
head
x
1
(DECK
II}
-. No more than 0.2 % (WRMS}
. Approximately 150 seconds
({C-60 tape)
Wow and Flutter .
Fast Winding Time ..
Frequency
Response
(—
20
dB
recording}
Normal
tape
63
Hz
to
8,000
Hz
+6
dB
Signal-to-Noise
ratio
..
40
dB
Furnished
Parts
FM
T-type
Antenna
li
Lead
wire
antenna
ooo
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Remote
control
unit
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cell
batteries,
Size
"AAA
oh
Operating instructions
Miscellaneous
Power
requirements..
AC
110/120~
127/220/240
Volts,
50/60
Hz
Power
Consumption
.....00..0....
pees
TIE
W
- 360 wh x "292 tH) x 330 (D}) mm
143/16 (Wh x 14-1/2 (H} x 13 (D) in
Weight
(without
package)
.......
7.5
kg
(16
Ib
9
02)
Dimensions
Speaker Section
SYSIOM:
ccasiiiat
82
eS
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csc
ligbipeos
ce
Poeee
3-way
3-speaker
system
Loudspeakers
Woofer
Mid range
Tweeter
16 cm cone type
6 cm cone type
2.7 cm piezo type
Nominal
Impedance
00.2.0...
0c
cceccecccceesccesecerseeseeevesecseceees
4Q
Maximum
input
powe:
30
W
Dimensions
(without
package)
,..
271
(W)
x
477
(4)
x
185
(D}
mm
10-14/16
(W)
x
18-3/4
(H}
x
7-5/16
(D)
in
Weight
(without
package)
1
setooo......0cccccccceccesecuee
10
kg
(22
Ib}
Turntable:
PL-Z93
(Optional)
Motor,
Platter
Motor
Type
vir
5c
200s
635.
eesthvecctteeojcci
ed
edvoeceaucees
DC
servo
motor
Drive
Method
...
belt
drive
Speed)
esitecsessciass
.
33-1/3,
45
RPM
Wow
and
flutter
..
0.
07
%
WRMS
Is)
t0,10
%
WTD
Peak
(DIN)
BIN
is
ocvstheseven
tearing
i
ieapsiny
.
63
dB
(DIN-B}
Platte
tiess:tyccos.
date,
acct
ivesseass
295
mm
1
dia.,
aluminum
die-cast
Tonearm
TYPO
oecieise
2.
cag
ionesaees:
Dynamic
balance
type,
straight
tonearm
Installed Cartridge
TVD
he
Say
adh
stgstvnngiocdcarcaae
eee
seid
eine
ete
lois
MM
Type
Stylus...
-
0.6
mil
diamond
PN-210
2.
5
mV
(1
kHz,
5
cm/s,
Lat.
peak)
- 2.0 — 3.0 g (optimum 2.5 g)
. 20 Hz to 25,000 Hz
-47kO
Replacement Stylus.
Output voltage ..........
Tracking Force...
Frequency Response .
Load Resistance
Cartridge
Weight..
4g
Other
Dimensions
..
360
{W)
x
90
(H}
x
359.5
(D}
mm
14-3/16
(W}
x
3-9/16
(H)
x
14-1/8
(D)
in
Weight
PLAZ98
23
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haesboeiesscvash'cvuraacetacs
Vercusecesnietn
2.7
kg
(5
lb
15
02)
Accessories
EP Adaptor...
NOTE:
Specifications
and
design
subject
to
possible
modification
without
notice
due to improvement.
15
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POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull 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,
@ piece of furniture, etc,. on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never
make @ 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
damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock
Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask
your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for
replacement.
Published by Pioneer Electronic Corporation
Copyright © 1990 Pioneer Electronic Corporation.
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PIONEER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION = ¢-1, Meguro 1-Chome. Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153. Japan
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PIONEER ELECTRONIC [EUROPE] N.V. Keetbergiaan 1, 2740 Beveren. Belgium, TEL: [phone]
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