Pioneer F-229 User manual

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Illustration shows model F-229.
({multi-voltage model}
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how
to operate your unit properly. After you have finished reading the
instructions, keep the manual 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 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 it 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 prevenin tes CHOCS ELECTRIQUES
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 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.
Mains voltage 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 requirernents
of the destination. Check that it is set properly before plugging the power
cord into the AC wall socket. If the voltage is not propay set or if you
move to an area where the voltage requirements differ, adjust the
selector switch as follows.
1. Use a medium-size screwdriver.
2. 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.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
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IMPORTANT
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lightning
fiash
with
arrowheed.
within
an
eq}
triangle,
is
intended
to
a’ert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
uninsuiated
“dangerous
voltage’
within
the
produ
enclosure
that
may
de
ef
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
00
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.
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PLerce
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intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
impor
‘operating
ang
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
|
the
fiter
ompanying
the
appliance
IMPORTANT
if
the
apparatus
is
fitted
with
AC
mains
power
outietis),
|
see
REAR
PANEL
FACILITIES
for
convenient
connection
of
additional
Hi-Fi
componentis).
Make
a!
connections
to
the
AC
outletis)
and
the
signal
terminals
first,
Connect
the
plug
to
the
wail
socket
last
(make
gure
that
the
power
switch
ts
off.)
FOR USE
IN
THE
UNITED
KINGDOM
The
wires
in
this
mains
lead
are
coloured
in
accordance
with
the
following
code:
°
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As
the
colours
of
the
wires
in
the
mains
lead
of
this
apparatus
may
not
correspond
with
the
coloured
marking
identif
yin
erminais
in
your
plug
proceed
as follows:
The
wire
which
is
coloured
diue
must
be
connects
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.
|
Do
not
connect
either
wire
to
the
earth
terminal
of
a)
three
pin
plug.
Equipment
said
in
the
U.K.
is
not
supplied
with
a
power
|
plug.
READ
INSTRUCTIONS
—
All
the
safety
and
operating
instructions
should
be
read
before
the
appliance
is
operated.
RETAIN
INSTRUCTIONS
—
The
operating
instructions
should
be
retained
for
future
reference
HEED
WARNING
—
Ali
warnings
on
the
appliance
and
in
the
operating
instructions
should
be
adhered
to.
FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS
-
Al}
operating
and
use
in-
structions
should
be
followed
WATER
AND
MOISTURE
—
The
appliance
shoutd
not
be
used
near
water
—
for
example,
near
4
bathtub,
washboul,
kitchen
sink,
laundry
tub,
in
a
wet
bese-
ment,
or
near
@
swimming
pool,
etc.
LOCATION
—
The
sepliance
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
exemple,
the
appliance
should
not
be
situated
on
a
bed,
sofa,
rug,
oF
sitnilar
surface
that
may
block
the
ventilation
openings;
or,
placed
in
@
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
ather
appliances
{including
amplifiers)
that
produce
heat.
POWER
SOURCES
—
The
appliance
should
be
con-
nected
to
a
power
supply
only
of
the
type
de-
scribed
in
the
operating
instructions
or
as
marked
on
the
appliance.
POWER-CORD
PROTECTION
—
Power-supply
cords
shauld
be
routed
so that
they
are
not
likely
to
be
walked
on
or
pinched
by
items
placed
apon
or
against
them.
Pay
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
currentline
plug
(@
plug
having
one
blade
wider
than
the
other}.
This
plug
will
fit
inte
the
power
outlet
only
ane
way.
This
is
@
safety
feature,
If
you
are
uneble
to
insert
the
piug
fully
into
the
outiet,
try
reversing
the
plug.
if
the
plug
should
stil
fail
to
fit,
contact
your
electrician
to
replace
your
obsolete
outiet.
Do
nat
defeat
the
safety
purpose
of
the
polarized
plug
CLEANING
—
The
appliance
should
be
cleaned
only
with
8
polishing
cloth
or
@
soft
dry
cloth.
Never
clean
with
furniture
wax,
benzine,
insecticides
or
other
volatile
liquids
since
they
may
corrode
the
cabinet.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
POWERLINES
—
An
outdoor
antenne
should
be
located
away
from
power
lines
NONUSE
PERIODS
—
The
power
cord
of
the
appliance
should-be
unplugged
from
the
outlet
when
left
un-
used
for
a
long
period
of
time
OBJECT
AND
LIQUID
ENTRY
—
Care
should
be
taken
50
that
objects
do
not
fall
and
liquids
are
notspilled
into
the
enclosure
through
openings.
DAMAGE
REQUIRING
SERVICE
—
The
appliance
should
be
serviced
by
Pioneer
authorized
service
center
or
qualified
service
personnel
when:
The
power-supply
cord
or
the
plug
has
been
dam-
aged
Objects
have
fallen,
or
fiquid
has
been
spilled
into
the appliance.
The
appliance
has
been
exposed
to
rain
The
appliance
does
not
appear
to
operate
normally
or
exhibits
@
marked
change
in
performance.
The
appliance
has
been
dropped
or
the
enclosure
damaged
SERVICING
—
The
user
should
not
attempt
to
ser
the
appliance
beyond
that
described
in
the
opera-
ting
instructions.
For
all
other
servicing,
contact
the
nearest
Pioneer
authorized
service
center.
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT:
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LL -= ANTENNA
ANTENNA
2. DISCHARGE UNIT
WEC SECTION 810 20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810 21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
FIG.
A
(NEC
ART
250.
PART
H)
OUTDOOR
ANTENNA
GROUNDING
—
If
an
outside
an-
tennais
connected
te
the
antenna
termingl,
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
Electrical
Code,
ANSI/NFPA
No.
70-1984,
provides
informa-
tion
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
electrodes,
and
require
ments
for
the
grounding
electrode.
See
Fig.
A.
CART
—
An
appliance
and
cart
combination
should
be
moved
with
care.
Quick
stops,
e»sssive
force,
and
uneven
surfaces
may
cause
the
appliance
and
cart
combination
to
overturn.
NEC
NATIGMAL
ELECTRA,
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FEATURES
CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES
INSTALLATION
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS orp sp
CONTENTS “=
FRONT PANEL FACILITIES.
OPERATIONS........
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
FM/AM CHANNEL STEP 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.
AM/FM channel step switch is located on the rear panel of the digital
synthesizer tuner. Before the tuner leaves the factory, this switch
is set to the channel allotment plan of the area in which the tuner
is sald. When TUNING switch is given a single push, the frequency
display will change in following unit.
CHANNEL STEP
1000-8019
kHe kHz
[100 kHz/10 kHz] position:
Set to this position for areas with FM reception step of 100 kHz and
AM 10 kHz.
[50 kHz/3 kHz] position:
Set to this position for areas with FM reception step of 50 kHz and
AM 9 kHz.
NOTE:
When unsure about the channel allocation for your area, consult your
dealer for correct information.
The channel step will not change if CHANNEL STEP switch is
operated with the power ON.
After operating CHANNEL STEP switch, if you turn POWER switch
OFF and then ON again, the channel! step will switch over. *
if you operate CHANNEL STEP switch, the station that were
memorized before the switch was operated will be erased.
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FEATURES
36-station random FM/AM presetting
A total of up to 36 FM and AM stations can be preset in order to facilitate
instant recall of your favorite stations in areas where the frequency
bands are crowded with stations.
CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES
FM MODE switch
When
FM
MODE
switch
is
set
to
MONO,
those
stereo
broadcasts
that
AM loop antenna... ee 1
INSTALLATION
are drowned out by noise can be tuned in with greater clarity. The FM
MONO reception mode can be preset for individual broadc ting
stations.
FM T-type antenna .....0......0... 1
Connecting cord with pin plug........... 1
LOCATION
Install the tuner in a well-ventilated location where it will
not be exposed to high temperature or humidity.
Deo not install the 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 tuner in a damp or dusty environment may result in malfunction or
accident. (Also avoid installation near cookers etc., where the tuner may
be exposed to smoke from oil, steam or heat.)
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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,
a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch thégord, Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords
should be routed in such a way that they are not likely to be s' epped
on. A damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an «
shock. Check the power cord regularly. When you find it damaged, ask
your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a
replacement,
MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES
¢ Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt,
* When the surfaces are very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped
in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with Water, and
wrung out well, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use
| furniture wax or cleaners.
« Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays and other
chemicals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the i
surfaces.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
Radio reception is not possible unless the antenna
is properly connected.
The strength of broadcast signals varies from one area to another. Signal
propagation is especially poor in metropolitan areas, where there are
many tall building 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 placing it near CD players, personal computers, television sets,
and other devices generating radio frequencies.
Setting Up the AM Antenna
* insert the stopper on the bottom of the antenna into the hole on the
leg.
® To permanently fix the antenna, screw the leg to a wail or something
similar before assembling (fixing the antenna in the direction that gives
the best reception).
* Place the antenna on a level surface and rotate it to locate the
orientation that yields the best reception.
AM Loop Antenna Set-up
Lead wire
AM Loop Antenna Connection
The accessory AM toop antenna must be
connected to ensure proper reception.
External AM antenna
Indoor AM antenna
Provide a vinyl-coated wire (5 to 6 meters long}. Secure one end to the
AM terminal and the other end to a wail or other high location.
Outdoor AM antenna
If reception is still poor even when a lead antenna has been stretched
out indoors, stretch out a vinyl-coated wire and secure it outdoors.
Connecting the external AM antenna
= Outdoor AM antenna
A Tt
| Indoor AM
antenna _|
AM loop antenne
CAUTION:
Do
not
detach
the
AM
loop
antenna
when
using
the
external
AM
antenna.
FM ANTENNA
FM T-type Antenna Attachment
Connect the accessory FM T-type antenna to FM terminals.
Stretch the antenna out to its full length, and affix it to a wall, etc.
ar A
Stretch out | /
both ends. | ‘
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External FM antenna installation
Use an external antenna when the signals from the station are weak
and cannot be picked up by the accessory T-type FM antenna, or when
the sound heard is accompanied by large amounts of noise. There are:
two ways of connecting the external FM antenna to ANTENNA
terminals: with 300 Q feeder wire, or with a 75 @ coaxial cable. It is
recommended that you use the 75 2 coaxial cable, so that the effects
of extraneous noise are reduced to a minimum.
When the connecting
cable is a 75 9 coaxial
cable
75 Q coaxial cable
without PAL connector
75 2 coaxial cable
with PAL connector
This terminal is provided
on the U.K. model.
When the connecting
cable is a 300 © feeder
oa Q feeder « oe
wire
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CONNECTIONS
Outdoor FM
antenna
Accessory FM
T-type antenna
Accessory
AM loop antenna
CONNECTING THE. FM
T-TYPE ANTENNA AND AM
LOOP ANTENNA
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%
1. Strip the end of the wires.
2. Wrap the end of the wire ina
clockwise direction around the
base of the terminals and
tighten the terminals to
secure,
The OUTPUT jacks of this unit are dull tin-plated, )
for at high audio quality.
FM/AM CHANNEL This terminal is
STEP
switch
provided
on
the
(Not
provided
on
U.K.
model
only.
Australian
or
U.K.model)
Antenna ground
Although grounding is not always
necessary
for
reception,
it
is
recom-
Plug
the
power
cord
mended for protection against damage Pin plug connecting cord Fito. ancAC. wall socket:
from
lightning
if
an
outdoor
FM
antenna
*
Connect
the
white
plug
to
is
used.
It
is
also
recommended
for
the
white
terminal
(L)
and
reducing
noise
and
hum.
the
red
plug
to
the
red
DANGER: terminal ({R).
Never
make
the
ground
connection
to
*
Make
sure
that
there
is
a
a gas pipe as sparks could cause the proper connection.
gas
to
ignite.
|
White
plug
|
Cc
!
R
illustration not applicable to U.K.
model.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
® filustration shows model F-229.
{multi-voltage model}
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@) POWER (STANDBY/ON) switch
ON rene tinsess When set to the ON position, power is supplied and the
unit becomes operational.
STANDBY... When set to STANDBY position, the main power flow is
cut and the unit is no longer fully operational. A minute
flow of power feeds the unit to maintain operation
readiness.
Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet when
you do not plan to use the unit for a tong period of time.
NOTE:
* The memory will be backed up so long as the power cord is not
unplugged.
° ff the power cord is unplugged, the memory will be retained for several
days.
(STATION CALL switches
These are used to preset stations and to recall already preset stations.
@ MEMORY switch
This switch is used to memorize stations. When the switch is pressed,
the frequency indicator will flash. To memorize the frequency of any
station, press STATION CALL switch while the frequency display is
flashing,
@ BAND selector switches
These are used to select the band of the desired station.
(F-229L) AM reception
pe MW reception
The bands change alternately each time the switch is pressed.
LW reception—~+
@ TUNING switches
These are used to locate the stations.
Push the “’—"’ switch to go a lower, and the ‘+’ switch to go to a
higher frequency.
© STEREO indicator
This lights when a stereo program has been picked up during an FM
broadcast.
@ TUNED indicator
This lights to indicate when the finest tuning of a station has been
achieved.
@ FREQUENCY display
Permits reading the received frequency at a glance from the displayed
figure. The FM band is indicated by MHz, and the AM band by kHz.
@FM MODE (AUTO/MONO)
Normally this is set to the off position (the MONO indicator goes off).
When noise spoils the reception of an FM Programs pres the switch
to the on position (the MONO indicator will now light). The program
of an FM stereo broadcast will be heard in mono. The setting of FM
MODE {(AUTO/MONO) switch {on or off) is memorized along with the
station’s frequency in STATION CALL switches.
When using the preset tuning feature, reception will be in the mode
selected when the station was memorized. This switch will not function
for AM reception.
@@ TUNING MODE (AUTO/MANUAL)
Use to select either the AUTO mode or MANUAL mode for FM/AM
reception.
{When the auto tuning mode is selected, AUTO indicator will now light.)
NOTE FOR F-229L:
Auto tuning is not possible on the LW band.
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OPERATIONS
Listening to FM or AM broadcasts.
<Auto tuning can be used for both FM and
AM(MW) reception. >
(1)Use TUNING MODE switch (0 to select auto tuning
mode or the manual tuning mode.
* When the auto tuning mode is selected, AUTO indicator will now
light.
*® Auto tuning is not possible on the LW band (F-2291 only).
(2)Use BAND selector switch (4) to select either the FM
or AM (MW or LW) reception band.
® For FM broadcasts, the “FM” and “MHz” indicators will light.
® For AM broadcasts, the ‘‘AM” and ‘‘kH2” indicators will right.
(3)Press the - (DOWN) or + (UP) of TUNING switches
©.
Auto tuning (FM, AM (MW)):
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, LW)]:
The tuning frequency will change by one step each time
pressed. Press as many times as necessary to tune in the a: ion.
If the switch is pressed and hold, 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
ona different reception band, repeat steps (2) and (3).
{5)Adjust the volume and tone of the stereo amplifier,
NOTE:
° When AUTO TUNING is in use, reception may not be sible over
long distances or when signals are weak. At these times MANUAL
TUNING is recommended.
PRESETTING FM AND AM STATIONS
A total of 36 FM and AM stations can be memorized, i.e. 12 stations
in MODE 1, 12 in MODE 2, and 12 in MODE 3.
(1)Use BAND selector switch @ to select either the FM
or AM reception band.
® For FM broadcasts, the “’FM’’ and ‘‘MHz’’ indicators will fight.
© For AM broadcasts, the ““AM’’ and ‘‘kHz’’ indicators will light.
(2)Use TUNING switches () to tune in the desired
station.
When memorizing an FM station, either press FM MODE switch to
forcibly memorize the station in the monaural mode, or memorize
the station in the auto stereo mode {with FM MODE switch © left
in the AUTO position).
(3)Press MEMORY switch @).
¢ The display will flash (about 5 seconds.)
MEMORY
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(4)Press the STATION CALL switch @).
While the display is flashing, press the switch corresponding to the
station which you wish to memorize or re-memorize.
When presetting a station to Mode 1 (e.g. presetting a station Z|
No. 9):
By pressing the station call switch once, the station will be preset to
Mode 1. (1-12)
When presetting a station to Mode 2 (e.g. presetting a station to
No. 21):
By pressing the station call switch twice, the station will be preset to
Mode 2. (13-24)
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When presetting a station to Mode 3. (e.g. memorizing a station to
No. 33):
By pressing the station call switch three times, the station will be
memorized to Mode 3. (25-36)
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° After you press STATION CALL switch @, the display will flash
for about 2 seconds, then the station will be memorized. If you
press another switch while the display is flashing, the station will
not be memorized.

OERATIONS
Preset station tuning
(1)Press STATION CALL switch @ into which the
desired station has been memorized.
* Ta listen to a Mode 1 broadcast, press the switch once, to listen
to a Mode 2 broadcast, press it twice, and to listen to a Mode
3 broadcast, press it three times.
* By pressing STATION CALL switch @, the switch number will
be displayed, then the frequency will be displayed.
NOTE:
ff, for example, you wish to receive the station memorized in STATION
CALL switch “13” when listening to the station memorized in switch
“9”, press switch “1/13/25” twice.
In this way, simple and accurate reception of any desired station is
possible,
STATION CALL switch ““memo”
{t is recommended that you make a note of the preset stations.
NOTE:
* The contents of STATION CALL switches '?)
several days, even if the power cord is unpi 2
° /f 2 preset station has been erased, preset it agair
wilt be preserved for
Last station memory
* When POWER switch @ is pressed to turn power on, the last $
received before the power was previously turned off will be received
again. .
* When power is ON, if BAND selector switch @ is pressed. the las
station received before BAND selector switch @ was previcnusly
pressed, will be received again.
10 11 12
Name of broadcast
station |
St
Frequency
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$.C.switch 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 =; #21 22 23 24
~———}
Name of broadcast
station } r
Frequency .
S.C.switch | eee 25 26 27 | 28 29 30 31 32 33 34
Name of broadcast
station |
Frequency I |
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TROUBLESHOO
TING
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.
* Has the antenna been disconnected or is the
connection loose?
* Has the power cord been unplugged for several
days? {Station memory has been lost.)
® Is the input selector on the amplifier set to
| TUNER?
Symptom Cause Remedy
No power © Has the power cord been disconnected? @ Reconnect the power |
No sound. © Have any of the connecting cords been | @ Connect thern property to TUNER terminals on |
disconnected or incorrectly connected? the amplifier. |
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| ® Connect the antenna properly.
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¢ Memorize the preset stations once again.
¢ Select TUNER as the input source on your
amplifier.
Sound distortion.
[On the FM band]
| ® Are the signals weak and reception poor?
* Static from other appliances (or automobiles) or
multipath reflection (radio waves beamed off
| mountains and tall buildings and not received
directly.)
Sound distortion.
[On the MW or LW band]
@ Is the AM loop antenna oriented poorly or located
in an unsatisfactory position?
® Static from other electrical appliances (fluorescent
lights/motors?)
Stereo broadcasts not received
in sterea.
° Are the signals weak, with insufficient input?
@ Is FM MODE switch MONO?
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* Substitute an FM outdoor antenna for the FM
T-type antenna.
® Set FM MODE switch to MONO (reception will
be in monaural).
* Try varying the height and direction of the
antenna or use an FM outdoor antenna
substituting a 75 2 coaxial cable for the
standard cable and fixing it as far away as
possible from the street.
® Change the direction of the antenna until best
reception is obtained as far as possible from
tuner.
© Switch off other appliances or keep as far away
as possible from the tuner when in use.
® Change to an outdoor FM antenna.
* Press FM MODE switch to AUTO.
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SPECIFICATIONS
FM Tuner Section
Frequency 6aNg@ oi... cece coer 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
Usable Sensitivity 4 F) 12.7 dBi (1.2 «V/75 Q)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity ....,... STEREO: 38.3 dBf {22.6 2V/75 Q)
MONO: 18 dBE (2.2 2V/75 2)
Sensitivity (DIN) .....--..-0..- ee eseeeeeeeeeneeneeeeeeeeeees Mono : 14 #V/75 2
Stereo : 35 zV/75 2
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......0.:.--ceseeeeeeeeee Mono: 77 dB {at 85 dBf}
Stereo: 73 dB (at 85 dBf)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (DIN)... ccceeeeeseeessentretteerees Mono: 62 dB
Stereo: 60 dB
» 0.3 % (1 kHz)
65 dB (400 kHz)
. 40 dB (1 KHz)
30 Hz to 15 kHz +1 dB
Distortion
Alternate Channel Selectivity
Stereo Separation .
Frequency Response
Image Response Ratio
iF Response Ratio.
Antenna Input...
. 300 & balanced
75 2 unbalanced
QUIDUE os. sscrorsiescond cragonaad densa teret ttvecae 650mvV (100% MOD.)
MW (AM) Tuner Section
Frequency range(1OkH2/9KHz Step) ......--.seeeseeeeeereee 530/531 kHz
to 1700/1,602 kHz
. 350 Vira
. 20 dB
. 45 dB
... Loop Antenna
. 150 mV (30% MOD.)
Sensitivity (HF, Loop antenna)
Selectivity...
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Antenna
Output ..
LW Tuner Section (F-229L only)
(For LW- “equipped models only)
Frequency range
Sensitivity (HF, Loop antenna).
Selectivity...
Signal-to-Noise Ratio.
Antenna veees Saud
QUEUE. sci nicee icici cedevegcvveedsas ists. i
. 153 kHz to 281 kHz
1,500 Vin
ess 20 dB
sna Mo arst 45 dB
Loop Antenna
150 mV (30% MOD.)
Miscellaneous
Power requirements
U.K. and Australian models.
Canadian model........
Other destination model
sdiseeesated AC 110/120-—127/2
Power Consumption .........--..06
240 Volts ~ , 50/60 Hz
AC 120 V, 80 Hz
Dimensions
Fe QPL ccc eviveceesdessesacreavegnsetses® 420 (W) x 75 (H) x 274 (DO) mm
16-1/2 (W) x 2-15/16 (H) x 10.13/16 (D) in
F229 Ss ocavcbetececeiWasesiasvateuten 420 (W) x 70 (H) x 274 (D) mm
16-1/2 {W) x 2-3/4 (H) x 10.13/16 (D) in
Weight (without package) ..........-ccesererereeee 2.6 kg (6 Ib 12 oz)
Furnished Parts
FM T-type antenna
AM loop antenna...
Operating instructions .
Connection cord
NOTE:
©
Specifications
and
design
subject
to
possible
modification
without
notice due to improvements.
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