Technics SL-PD988 User manual

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Compact Disc Changer
SL-PD988/SL-PD888/
SL-PD788
Operating Instructions
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Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Technics product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read
these instructions carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the SL-PD988, SL-
PD888 and SL-PD788 models.
These operating instructions, however, fundamentally explain the
operation of SL-PD988 model.
A a i Sh I ES TES TY
The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
Table of Contents
Before use
Precautlons ................. 0... c ccc cece cee eens 4
Front panel controls.......................0.000., 5
Connections ..................0. 0... c cece cece eae 6
Operations
Basic operations ...............................555 7
Sequential play.......... ea ends a a E wen R
To directly access a desired track ..................000. 8
To exchange discs during play.......... 0. cee eee eee eee 8
To temporarily stop play .............. Antanas Faika 8
TO stop play cca ek eee ai a E a aa aaa 8
Program play..... Rayer Te EE EET esi 9
Using the remote control transmitter
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Random play... 0c eee eee 10
One disc random play si. cesses ceed aver tie edaeecaiens 10
Full random play................ ig er eee Babe Meee Acs 10
Delete play EEE 11
Using the remote control transmitter
Spiral play... ..... er a se eas oe ss 12
ID scan functlon...............................008. 13
Search function ........................ ee 1 13
Skip functlon....................000. ccc eee eee 14
TO Skp OSOS .tinticis totals hiss tad tebe T a 14
To skip trackS.............--00- Meee tates eea r 14
Repeat function ............................. hase 15
Time mode selection ............................. 15
Edit guide function .............. MEETER re | «|
Pitch control function wien E A
Auto cue function EEJ ........................... 18
Reference
Concerning compact discs.......... Tre |:
Troubleshooting guide ..... PRA AC Re EASA os 19
Product service................... ETE RATE Se
Cautions concerning the moving
of this unit ..........................85. Back cover
Technical specifications............. Back cover

THE FOLLOWING PHRASES ARE APPLIED ONLY FOR U.S.A.
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. if this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
ə Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
è Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user's authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN,
SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product's enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
pliance.

| Precautions
Before using this unit please read these operating instructions
carefully. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on
the unit itself as well as the safety suggestions listed below.
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference.
Safety
. Power Source -- The unit should be connected to power sup-
ply only of the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the unit.
Polarization -- If the unit is equipped with a polarized AC
power plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other),
that plug will fit into the AC outlet only one way. This is a safe-
ty feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should stilt fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
. Power Cord Protection -- AC power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the
plug or cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug
body when connecting or disconnecting it.
Nonuse Periods -- When the unit is not used, turn the power
off. When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should
be unplugged from the household AC outlet.
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Installation
Environment
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. Water and Moisture -- Do not use this unit near water—for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the
like.
Damp basements should also be avoided.
Condensation -- Moisture may form on the lens in the
following conditions...
ə immediately after a heater has been turned on.
ə in a steamy or very humid room.
e when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to
a warm one,
If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate properly.
To correct this problem, turn on the power and wait about one
hour for the moisture to evaporate.
3. Heat -- The unit should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators and the like. It also should not be placed in
temperatures less than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 35°C
(95°F).
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Placement
1. Ventilation -- The unit should be situated so that its location
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Allow
10 cm (4”) clearance from the rear of the unit.
Foreign Material -- Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the unit. Do not
subject this unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical
vibration, or shock.
Magnetism -- The unit should be situated away from
equipment or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
Stacking -- Do not place heavy objects, other than system
components, on top of the unit.
Surface -- Place the unit on a fiat, level surface.
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6. Carts and Stands -- The unit should be used only with a cart
or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
The unit and cart combination should be mov-
ed with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
Surfaces may cause the unit and cart com-
bination to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting -- The unit should not be mounted
to a wall or ceiling, unless specified in this operating instruc-
tions.
Maintenance
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent
such as alcohol or benzine.
Service
1. Damage Requiring Service -- The unit should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or
(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit;
or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Servicing -- The user should not attempt to service the unit
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to an authorized service
personnel.
(Only for U.S.A.)
Call 1-800-211-7262 for the address of an authorized factory
servicenter.
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Front panel controls
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No. Name Ref. page
Q Power “STANDBY b ON” switch
(POWER, STANDBY (i /ON) 7
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice
versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small
amount of power.
@ Pitch control button/indicator
(PITCH CONTROL, OFF/ON)
17
©) Pitch control knob (PITCH CONTROL, —, +)
17
@ ID scan button (ID SCAN) 13
©) Edit guide button (EDIT GUIDE) 16
Remote contro! signal sensor
(SENSOR)
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(7)
Display
—
Disc
buttons
(DISC
1-5)
7
(9)
Disc
skip
button
(DISC
SKIP)
7,14
(0)
Program
mode
button
(PROGRAM MODE) 9,11
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Auto cue button (AUTO CUE) 18
Time mode button (TIME MODE) 15
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No. Name Ref. page
(2 Spiral button (SPIRAL) 12
( Random mode button
(RANDOM MODE) 10
(4 Repeat button (REPEAT) 15
(5) Numeric buttons (1—10, 0, >10) 8
(6) Loading aawer. o 7
(7) Stop button (W) 8
(8 Pause button (If) 8
(Ò Play button (>) 8
@0 Search buttons (<< SEARCH PP) 13
@) Skip buttons (kd SKIP > PI) 14
@ Loading drawer openiclose button
(A OPEN/CLOSE) 7
@ Disc trays (1—5) 7

Connections
Use numbers indicated in parenthese when asking for
replacement parts.
Please check and identify the supplied (Only for U.S.A.)
accessories To order accessories call PASC Accessory Dept. 1-800-211-
7262.
SL-PD988 onl SL-PD888 onl SL-PD988/SL-PD888 ont
[ AC power supply cord [1]
(SJA172) [] Remote control transmitter [1] C] Remote control transmitter [1] [a] Batteries [2]
(EUR644970) {EUR643806) (UM-4, “AAA”, RO3)
Stereo connection cable [1]
(RJL2P004B08)
For instructions on preparation and operation of the remote con-
trol transmitter, refer to the separate booklet titled “How to use
the remote control transmitter”.
Before connecting the changer to your audio system, make sure
that the power of the changer and all other system components is
turned off.
Stereo connection cable
White (L)
Red (R)
Receiver or
amplifier
CD or AUX terminals
Household AC outlet
{AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
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_ Basic operations
Sequential play
All of the discs will be played, beginning from track 1 on the
selected disc.
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The explanation below is an example of operation in the case
where all five disc trays in the changer are holding CDs.
PoweR Press POWER. OPENCLOSE Press OPEN/CLOSE again
The unit will switch on. to close the loading drawer.
Do not attempt to close the drawer by
hand.
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Current
play
position
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Press
OPEN/CLOSE
to
open
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with
a:fed
color)
the loading drawer.
Indicates that the loading drawer is
open.
Iiuminates when a disc is in the disc tray. If
there is no disc in the disc tray, the indication
S disappears when the disc tray comes to the
Numbers of the trays in which discs play position.
are loaded.
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Press
the
desired
disc
but-
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Load
the
disc(s)
on
the
disc
tray(s).
ton
(1-5).
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The
discs
can
be
loaded
two
at
a
time
by
pressing
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DISC
SKIP
to
rotate
the
carousel.
X
tray,
the
changer
plays
the
disc
at
the
Disc tray Carousel Disc number next number.
Label must face
Disc number in play Elapsed play time
upward.
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Do
not
load
3”
(8
cm)
and
5"
(12
cm)
discs
on
the
same
disc
tray.
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è
Do
not
use
irregular
shape
CDs
(heart-shape,
octagonal,
etc.).
Track
number
in
play
Play
indicator
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The illumination of a disc button indicates that there
CAUTION is a disc in the corresponding tray. During play, the
in
motion,
and
do
not
attempt
to
rotate
the
carousel
by
hand;
ee
doing so could result in incorrect operation of the unit and/or Í
damage to the discs. The changer plays all the tracks on all the discs in order and
stops automatically when the tast track on the last disc finishes
playing. The first disc wili then be at the playing position.

Basic operations (continued)
OPEN/CLOSE
To directly access a desired track
‘ch èsPress the numeric button(s) to
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select the track.
Track number
To select a track between 1 and 10:
Press the corresponding number on the
numeric button.
To select a two-digit track number over 10:
First press >10, and then press the numbers
for the two digits.
For example; number 20:
Press >10, then 2, and then 0.
To exchange discs during play
While playing a disc, it is possible to change the other discs
without interrupting play.
® Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the loading drawer.
Current disc
V,
Discs which can be changed.
@ Press DISC SKIP to rotate the disc trays and exchange
the discs.
The carousel will move by one disc tray. Pressing again
moves the carousel in the opposite direction by two disc
trays.
@ Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the loading drawer.
If you play a disc with the loading drawer open, discs other
than the current disc cannot be played.
To temporarily stop play
EN Press JI.
Press > to resume play.
Illuminates
To stop play
Press W.
The display wiil show the total number of
tracks and the total playing time of the current
disc.
Total number of tracks
Current disc Total playing time
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The total playing time displayed includes the
silent sections between tracks. For this
reason, it may be a few seconds longer than
the playing time indicated on the disc.
Press > to re-start play.
CAUTION.
Do not move this changer with a compact disc inside the unit.
If a disc comes off the disc tray, it might be scratched or the
changer might become incapable ot playing.
(Refer to “Cautions concerning the moving of this unit” on the
back cover.)

: Program play
You can program up to 32 selections from the five discs in any
order as you desire.
PROGRAM MODE [In the stop mode)
Press PROGRAM MODE so
that the “PGM” indicator
illuminates.
Each time the button is pressed, the
display will change in the following
order:
PGM — DEL — (off).
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ton (1—5).
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O O O O O To select disc 3, press DISC 3.
Specified disc number
The “AL” indication shows that all the tracks
on the disc are selected.
To program by means of disc numbers only,
repeat the above operation. (The count will in-
crease by one for each operation.)
—*s Press the numeric button(s)
ı 2 .. o > to specify the track number.
C3C EOC For example:
To select track number 20, press
> 10, then 2, and then 0.
Specified track number Program order
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have
completed the desired entry.
If you enter non-existing disc(s) or track(s) soon after
the loading drawer is closed or when it is open, the
corresponding indicator illuminates and the entry is
included in the count, In the play mode, the changer
will cancel the non-existing entry.
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If you attempt a 33rd selection, the ” —F" (full) indica-
tion will be displayed.
Press > to start play.
To enter additional selections during
play, repeat steps 2 and 3.
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To clear the entire programmed contents
(In the stop mode}
Press E.
The display will indicate as below.
To cancel program mode
PROGRAM MODE [In the stop mode]
Press PROGRAM MODE twice.
The changer will return to sequential play
mode.
The programmed contents will remain stored in the memory until
they are cleared, even after the program mode is canceled.
Therefore, after using program play, it is possible to cancel the
program mode and use another play mode (except delete play)
and then still use the same program play again at a later time.
in addition, if the disc is replaced with another one, program play
will be carried out using the new disc. H non-existing entries oc-
cur at this time, they will be canceled.
For your reference:
The program mode and the programmed contents will remain
stored in the memory even after the unit is switched off.
However, if the power cord is unplugged or the power supply is
otherwise interrupted for an extended length of time, the con-
tents of the memory will be erased.

Program play (continued)
Using the remote control
transmitter
for SL-PD988
for SL-PD888
RECALL
To confirm the programmed contents
RECALL Press RECALL.
Each time you press RECALL, the display
shows the programmed disc and track number
in the sequence you have entered.
Programmed Programmed
track order
To clear a single item of the programmed
contents
CLEAR Press CLEAR.
Each time you press CLEAR, you will cancel
last entry in the order you have entered.
To clear an entry in the middie of the program
sequence, press RECALL repeatedly until the
display shows the selection to be cleared, and
then press CLEAR within three seconds after
the last press.
Random play
All of the tracks will be played one time each in random order.
There are two types of random play as described below.
RANDOM
MODE
One disc random play
The changer will play all tracks on the current disc in a random
order. Then it will choose a new disc randomly, excluding the
discs already played, and play all tracks on that disc in a random
order.
RANDOM [In the stop or play mode]
vopi Press RANDOM MODE so that the
“14 DISC RND” indicator illumi-
nates.
Each time the button is pressed, the display
wiil change in the following order: 1 DISC RND
— FULL RND — (off).
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Iluminates
Full random play
Each track to be played back is selected randomly from all of the
tracks on all of the discs, excluding the tracks that have already
been played.
RANDOM [in the stop or play mode]
Press RANDOM MODE so that the
“FULL RND” indicator illuminates.
Each time the button is pressed, the display
will change in the following order: 1 DISC RND
— FULL RND > (off).
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MODE
Iluminates
The changer will stop automatically when all the tracks on all
discs have been played once.
To cancel random play mode
Press W.
The "1 DISC (or FULL) RND” indicator will go
out.

Delete play
You can select up to 32 selections that you do not want to hear
and put them in the changer’s memory. Then you can enjoy se-
quential, one disc random, or full random play of only your
favorite tracks.
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RANDOM MODE 3
twice so that the “DEL” in-
dicator illuminates.
Each time the button is pressed, the
display will change in the following
order:
PGM — DEL — (off).
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Press the disc button (1—5).
For example:
asci osc? o3 asce oscs TO delete disc 3, press DISC 3.
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1 PROGRAM MODE [in the stop mode]
= Press PROGRAM MODE
Specified disc number
The “AL” indication shows that all the tracks
on the disc are selected.
To delete by means of disc numbers only,
repeat the above operation. (The count will in-
crease by one for each operation.)
oo ~ Press the numeric button(s)
1 >10 to specify the track number.
For example:
To delete track number 20, press
> 10, then 2, and then 0.
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Specified track number Order you have
entered
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have
completed the desired entry.
If you enter non-existing disc(s) or track(s} soon after
the loading drawer is closed or when it is open, the
corresponding indicator illuminates and the entry is
included in the count. In the play mode, the changer
will cancel the non-existing entry.
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if you attempt a 33rd selection, the “— F" (full) indica-
tion will be displayed.
5 Press > to start play.
To enter additional selections to be
deleted during play, repeat steps 2
and 3.
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For random play while deleting unwanted tracks
(Proceed through step 4 above, and then:]
To activate one disc random play, press RANDOM MODE.
To activate full random play, press RANDOM MODE twice.
To clear the entire contents to be deleted
[In the stop mode]
Press B.
The display will indicate as below.
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To cancel delete mode
PROGRAMMODE
[in
the
stop
mode]
Press PROGRAM MODE.
The changer will return to sequential play
mode.
The contents to be deleted will remain stored in the memory until
they are cleared, even after the delete mode is canceled.
Therefore, after using delete play, it is possible to cancel the
delete mode and use another play mode (except program play)
and then still use the same delete play again at a later time.
In addition, if the disc is replaced with another one, delete play
will be carried out using the new disc. If non-existing entries oc-
cur at this time, they will be canceled.
For your reference:
The delete mode and the contents to be deleted will remain
stored in the memory even after the unit is switched off.
However, if the power Cord is unplugged or the power supply is
otherwise interrupted for an extended length of time, the con-
tents of the memory will be erased.
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Delete play (continued)
Using the remote control
transmitter
for SL-PD988
for SL-PD888
RECALL
To confirm the selections to be deleted
RECALL Press RECALL.
Each time you press RECALL, the display
shows the selected disc and track number in
the sequence you have entered.
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Track to be deleted Order you have
entered
To clear a selection to be deleted
CLEAR
Press
CLEAR.
Each time you press CLEAR, you will cancet
last entry in the order you have entered.
To clear a selection in the middie of the se-
quence, press RECALL repeatedly until the
display shows the selection to be cleared, and
then press CLEAR within three seconds after
the last press.
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The changer plays the first tracks on all the loaded discs in se-
quence, followed by the second tracks on all the discs, and so on.
(Reter to the illustration below.)
SPIRAL
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SPIRAL
[In
the
stop
or
play
mode]
Press
SPIRAL.
Spiral play will begin with the first track on the
disc situated at the playing position.
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Illuminates
The changer will stop automatically when all the tracks on all
discs have been played once.
For your reference:
When a disc with fewer tracks finishes playing, that disc will be
skipped and the changer will continue playing the remaining
track on the other discs in spiral sequence.
To cancel spiral play mode
SPIRAL Press SPIRAL again.
The “SPIRAL” indicator will go out.
The changer will return to sequential play
mode from the current track on the current
disc which is playing.

ID sean function
This function is convenient to use when searching for a desired
track.
The function will search from the beginning of the track for a loud
section, and will play 10 seconds of the track centering around
that point.
The order of scanning is the same as for play mode.
ID SCAN Press ID SCAN.
ID scan will start.
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When the desired track has been found:
Press P.
The changer wili play the track from the begin-
ning.
To cancel ID scan
OSGAN Press ID SCAN while this function
is in operation.
The “ID" indicator will go out.
The changer will continue to play from the track being played.
Search function
You can search rapidly forward or backward on the disc for
specific sections.
Aa SEARCH opr
«a SEARCH = [In the play or pause mode]
Press and hold <q or PP.
<4: You can search backward.
Pb: You can search forward.
Release the button when you reach the
desired point.
The changer will return to the previous mode
(play or pause).
In sequential play mode:
You can search forward over discs and backward within the cur-
rent disc.
In other play modes:
You can search forward or backward only within the current
track.
For your reference:
The search function will begin slowly, and then, if the button is
held pressed for longer than 3 seconds, it will change to high-
speed search.
In the play mode, the sound levet decreases by 12 dB (1/4).
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Skip function
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To skip discs
Use this function to skip discs when selecting a disc to which you
wish to listen, and when loading and unloading the discs.
DISC SKIP
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You can use this function in stop, sequential play, one disc ran-
dom play and delete play modes.
DISC SKIP Press DISC SKIP to rotate the disc
tray.
Disc number at the playing position
In stop mode:
When the loading drawer is closed, pressing DISC SKIP changes
the disc tray to the next one.
When the loading drawer is open, pressing DISC SKIP moves the
carousel by two disc trays.
In play mode:
When the loading drawer is closed, pressing DISC SKIP changes
the disc and the changer plays the track on the next disc.
If a disc is not on the selected disc tray, the changer plays the
disc at the next number.
When the loading drawer is open, pressing DISC SKIP moves the
carousel by one disc tray. Pressing again moves the carousel in
the opposite direction so that you can change all discs except the
one being played.
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To skip tracks
Use this function to skip tracks when selecting a track to which
you wish to listen.
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Track number at the playing position
In sequential/programidelete play mode:
In sequential play mode, you can skip only within the current disc.
in program play mode, you can skip from one track to another in
the programmed sequence.
tn delete play mode, you can skip tracks only within the current
disc excluding the tracks to be deleted.
tdd: You can skip to the beginning of the track being played. If
you press this button again quickly, you can skip to the
beginning of the previous track.
Remember that in a backward skip, the current track is in-
cluded in the count.
Pi: You can skip as many tracks as the number of times you
press the button.
tn random play mode:
ldd: You can skip to the beginning of the current track.
Pt: You can skip to the beginning of a next track in random
order.
tn spiral play mode:
kd: You can skip to the beginning of the current track.
Pl: You can skip to the beginning of the track on the next disc.
You can also skip tracks when the changer is in the stop mode
(except during random play and spiral play} or pause mode.

Repeat function
Play will continue endlessly in accordance with the specific play
mode selected.
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In sequential play mode:
All tracks of all discs will be played repeatedly.
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in program play mode:
The changer plays only the programmed selections in the pro-
grammed sequence repeatedly.
In delete play mode:
The changer plays the discs and tracks excluding the selections
to be deleted repeatedly.
In random play mode:
When the changer has played all the tracks on all the loaded
discs, it will select a new random sequence and play continuous-
ly. The sequence differs each time.
in spiral play mode:
The changer plays all tracks of all discs repeatedly in the se-
quence of spiral play.
To cancel repeat mode
REPEAT Press REPEAT again.
The “ © ” indicator will go out.
Time mode selection
The various time information of the current disc can be
displayed.
SL-PD988: Only available from the remote control.
SL-PD888/SL-PD788: Only available from the main unit.
TIME MODE
TIME MODE
{In the play or pause mode]
Press TIME MODE.
The information will change (as described
below) each time you press the button.
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current track
@ Track number and remaining time of the
current track
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In all play modes:
When track number 21 or greater is playing, display @ shows
In programidelete/random/spiral mode:
The displayed information will alternate between displays Q) and
@ each time the button is pressed.
During operation of the edit guide function:
The remaining play time on side A or side B will be shown in
display @, and the elapsed play time for side A or side B will be
shown in display @).
When you stop playing and then start play again, the display will
return to display Q).
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When recording, the changer will automatically program the
tracks for tape sides A and B in accordance with the length of the
tape so that none of the tracks will be interrupted before they are
completed.
In addition, the program will also include a silent interval of ap-
proximately 4 seconds between tracks.
Example: Recording from a disc containing seven tracks on-
to a 60-minute tape.
Silent interval between tracks
(approx. 4 seconds)
Side A (30 min)
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Numeric buttons
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the disc to be recorded.
Specified disc number
Prepare the tape deck for recording.
Set the Dolby NR, reverse mode, recording level,
etc., as instructed in the Operating Instructions for
the tape deck.
Set so that recording is possible from the beginning
of the tape.
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WS the tape length.
Each time you press the button, the
display showing the tape length
changes as follows. Choose the length
of the tape you will use.
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More precise time settings are also
possible.
(Refer to the instructions at right.)
The display shows the data of the tracks to be recorded as
follows:
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In this example, disc 5 can be recorded with tracks 1—4 on side
A and tracks 5—7 on side B of the cassette tape.

4 [Start recording on the tape deck and
then immediately:]
Press >.
When the last track set for recording on side A is finished, the
changer will enter the pause mode. Set the tape to the position
from which recording will begin on side 8, and then perform step
4 once again.
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When all the programmed tracks on the specified disc finish play-
ing, the changer will automatically stop. The edit guide mode will
be canceled at the same time.
To enter a desired recording time other than 46,
60 or 90 minutes:
1. Select “C---” in step 3.
2. Enter the total recording time in minutes (1-99) using the
numeric buttons.
For example:
To use 52-minute tape, press 5 then 2.
You can also specify the tape length pressing the SKIP button.
Press either kdd or BPI from each step C-46, C-60, C-90 or C---.
For example:
To use 52-minute tape, select C-46 and then press and hold >
until the display shows “52”.
The maximum allowable playing time for editing is 99 minutes.
To stop recording
Press W and then press the stop
button on the tape deck.
Depending on the disc, a little of the beginning of the next track
may be recorded onto the end of the track.
Pitch control function
SL-PD988 only
The playback pitch can be changed as desired within a range of
+12.5%. (The tempo and the pitch of the sound will change
simultaneously.)
Pre teak pitch control indicator on this unit
will illuminate.
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Turn the knob in the “—” or
“+” direction.
—: Pitch decreases
+: Pitch increases
The pitch will change while the knob is being
held, and the changed values will show on
the display.
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Pitch display
If the knob is released, the pitch will stop
changing, and after approximately 2 seconds
the pitch display will change back to the time
display.
Pitch changing steps:
The +5.9% position is a half tone-sharp
(#).
The —5.6% position is a half tone-flat ( b ).
To fine-tune the pitch
Turn the knob and then immediately turn it back to the original
position. In this case, the pitch will change by 0.1% only.
To play in 0% standard pitch
Press OFF/ON so that the pitch control indicator will switch off.
Even after the pitch control indicator has been switched off, the
pitch setting will remain in memory.
For your reference:
e The pitch can be adjusted by turning the knob even if the pitch
control indicator is switched off. The playback sound will not
change if this is done. To play back at the setting pitch, press
OFF/ON to make the pitch control indicator illuminate.
e While changing the pitch, the time display will show the
playback position only. This will not match the actual playback
time.
ə The pitch value and the on/off setting of the pitch control will re-
main stored in the memory even after the unit is switched off.
However, if the power cord is unplugged or the power supply is
otherwise Interrupted for an extended length of time, the
memory will be erased.
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The auto cue function allows the unit to wait in a standby condi-
tion at the beginning of each track so as to start play right when
you are ready.
When each track finishes playing, the unit skips to the beginning
of the next track and switches to the play standby mode.
Press >.
The changer switches to the play
standby mode at the beginning of the
track.
Press > again to start play.
Press ® at the beginning of each
track.
To cancel auto cue mode
AUTOCUE Press AUTO CUE.
The “A.CUE” indicator will go out.
The auto cue function may not cause the unit to wait exactly at
the beginning of a track if the track begins with a very soft
passage or if there is a lot of background noise.
With this changer, you can only play compact
discs having this mark:
However, do not use irregular shape COs
(heart-shape, octagonal, etc.). CDs of the sort
can damage the unit.
Handling precautions
Hold compact discs by the edges so as not to soil the surface
with fingerprints. Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skip-
ping and distortion.
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static elec-
tricity prevention liquids or any other solvent on a disc.
If the surface is soiled, wipe gently with a soft, damp (water only)
cloth.
Always move the cloth directly outward from the center of the
disc, not in a circular motion as with standard phonograph
records.
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if you are taking the disc from a cold to a warm environment,
moisture may form on the disc. Wipe this off with a soft, dry, lint-
free cloth before using the disc.
Do not write on the label side with a bali-point pen or other writing
instrument.
Do not use discs with poorly attached labels or stickers. Adhesive
protruding from peeled off stickers can cause the changer to
malfunction.
Storage precautions
Be sure to store discs in their cases to protect them from dust,
scratches, and warping.
Do not place or store discs in the following places:
1) Locations exposed to direct sunlight
2) Humid or dusty locations
3) Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance
4) in the glove compartment or on the rear deck of an
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| Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to
simple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the directory of authorized service centers (enclosed with this
the problem and restore proper operation. unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your
Technics dealer for instructions.
{In U.S.A. consult PASC Authorized Servicenters for detailed
instructions or call 1-800-211-7262 for the address of an
authorized factory servicenter.)
Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy
Changer will not play. A disc{s) or other foreign object(s) has fallen ə Open the loading drawer, and then remove the
inside the changer object.
Moisture has collected in the changer + Allow the changer to dry out for about one hour
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The disc is upside down. * Make sure the label is facing upward.
The disc in the changer
does not play.
The disc is dirty. s Wipe the disc with a soft cloth.
The disc is scratched. * Replace the disc with a new one.
The disc is warped.
The disc is not within specified standards
Ptay stops before changing | The loading drawer is open + Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the loading
to the next disc. drawer
A certain music passage The disc is dirty ə Wipe the disc with a soft cloth.
can't be played correctly. The disc is scratched. ə Replace the disc with a new one.
There is nolse from the Caused by high-frequency signals from this e Use the changer further away from the tuner or TV.
tuner or disturbance on the | changer. ¢ if the tuner or TV's antenna is the indoor type, use an
TV screen. outdoor one.
When program play is Play was started without a track being e Program a track.
started, an error message programmed.
(—E) appears on the
display.
An error message (— E) The mechanism of the changer has been ¢ Turn the unit off and then back on again.
appears on the display, and | improperly adjusted. However, if the loading drawer is fully open, take out
the changer stops the compact disc(s) at the front position and then turn
operating. the unit off and then back on again.
The loading drawer stops In
the middle of opening.
Product service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s} or repair the unit
yourself,
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or assistance in pro-
duct operation, refer to the servicenter directory.
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Cautions concerning
the moving of this unit
Before moving the changer to another location, be sure to carry
out the “Preparations for moving the unit” described below.
Failure to do so will expose the compact discs and the changer to
the risk of severe damage.
Preparations for moving the unit
All of the discs must be removed so that the trays are completely
empty.
Use the following procedure.
@ Press POWER to switch off the unit.
@ Press POWER to switch on the unit.
(If there is a disc in the play section, it will be returned to the
disc tray at this time.)
@ Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the loading
drawer.
@ Press DISC SKIP to rotate the disc trays and
remove the discs from all disc trays.
&) Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the ioading
drawer.
Press POWER to switch off the unit.
If you have pressed a wrong button by mistake, return to step@.
POWER DISC SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
Technical specifications
@ AUDIO
No. of channels
Frequency response
2 (left and right, stereo}
2—20,000 Hz, +1 dB
Output voltage 2 V (at O dB)
Dynamic range 92 dB
S/N 100 dB
Total harmonic distortion 0.007 % (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Wow and flutter Below measurable limit
DA converter MASH (1 bit)
Output Impedance Approx.1 kQ
Load impedance More than 10 kQ
@ PICKUP
Wavelength 780 nm
GENERAL
Power supply
Power consumption
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
[SL-PD988] 12 W
[SL-PD888/SL-PD788] 11 W
[SL-PD988] 430125377 mm
(16-15/16" X4-15/16" X 14-27/32”)
[SL-PD888/SL-PD788] 430 X 125370 mm
(16-15/16"X4-15/16" X 14-9/16”)
Weight 4.6 kg (10.1 Ib.)
Dimensions (WX HX D)
Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
MASH is a trademark of NTT.
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Company, Division of Matsushita
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