Pioneer CT-L7 User Manual

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Thank
you
for
buying
this
PIONEER
product.
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
Please read through these operating instructions so
you will know how to operate your model properly.
After you have finished reading the instructions, put
them away 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 drawings. However, the
methad of connecting and operating the unit is the
OR MOISTURE.
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED
AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT
FROM MAINS POWER IN THE STANDBY POSITION.
same. This product complies with the Low Voltage Direc-
tive (73/23/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/
FEC) and CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC).
IMPORTANT 1
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The fightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTION:
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the TO PREVENT THE AISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage’ within the NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
product's enclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitude SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. OUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMI PO RTANT The cut-off plug should be disposed of afd must
not be inserted into any 13 amp socket as this can
result in electric shock. The plug or adaptor of the
FOR U SE IN THE U NITE D distribution panel should be provided with a $ amp
KING DOM fuse. As the colours of the wires in the mains lead
of this appliance may not correspond with coloured
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accord- markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
ance with the following code: proceed as follows:
Blue : Neutral The wire which is coloured blue must be connected
Brown: Live to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
if the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket coloured black,
outlets, the plug must be cut off and a suitable plu The wire which is coloured brown must he con-
fitted. plug pug nected to the terminal which is marked with the lat-
ter L or coloured red.
CAUTION ATTENTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DANGER D'ELECTROCUTION
DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVAIR
@ PIONEER’
The Art of Entertainment
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended 10 alert ihe user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Do not cannect either wire to the earth terminal of
a three-pin plug. |
NOTE .
After replacing ar changing a fuse, the fuse cover
in the plug must be replaced with a fuse cover which
corresponds to the colour of the insert in the base
of the piug or the word that js embossed on the
base of the plug, and the appliance must not be used
without a fuse cover. if lost, replacement fuse cov-
ers can be obtained from your dealer.
Only 5 A fuses approved by B.S.1. or 4.8.7.4. to B.S.
1362 should be used.
These Jabels can be found on
the unit's bottom panel.

Pioneer CT-L7 Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	CT-L7
Category	Micro Music System
Language	English

Summary

System Safety and Warnings

Fire and Shock Hazard Warnings

Warnings regarding moisture, standby power, and safety symbols (lightning, exclamation).

UK Electrical Safety Guidelines

Instructions for UK users on mains wiring, plug modification, and fuse replacement.

System Installation and Speaker Placement

System Component Cable Connections

Connecting System Cables and Display Unit Cord

Instructions for connecting system cables between components and the display unit cord.

Speaker Connections

Connecting Satellite and Subwoofer Speakers

System Power and Direct Operation

Power On/Off Procedures and Demonstration Mode

Instructions for turning the system on/off and canceling the demonstration mode.

Direct Power On Functions and Auto Play

Setting the System Clock

Clock Setting Procedure and Notes

Step-by-step guide to set the clock and important notes on timer function dependency.

Playing Compact Discs

Loading, Playing, and Stopping CDs

Procedures for loading, playing, pausing, and stopping CD playback.

Playing Cassette Tapes

Basic Tape Playback Operations and Dolby NR

Steps for loading tape, selecting playback direction, and setting Dolby NR.

Recording on Cassette Tapes

Basic Cassette Recording Setup

Steps for inserting tape, setting Dolby NR, selecting direction, and starting recording.

Selecting Recording Source and Controls

Station Memory and Tuning

Storing Radio Stations in Memory

Procedure to store up to 24 FM/AM stations in memory for easy tuning.

Recording Station Names

Station Name Function Setup

Steps to select the station and initiate the station name recording function.

Naming Radio Stations

Entering and Confirming Station Names

Procedure for selecting characters, entering names, and confirming the station name.

Station Call and Display Mode Changes

Using Station Call for Direct Tuning

How to directly tune to preset stations stored in memory using Station Call.

RDS (Radio Data System) Reception

RDS Selection and Display Modes

Selecting RDS Modes (RT, PS, PTY)

Procedure to select RDS modes like RT, PS, PTY, or PTY SEARCH.

Searching by Program Type (PTY)

Initiating and Performing PTY Search

Steps to select FM and initiate a search for programs based on Program Type (PTY).

CD Repeat Play Function

Setting 1-Track or All-Track Repeat Play

How to set 1-track repeat or all-track repeat for CD playback.

CD Programmed Playback

Programming Track Order for Playback

Procedure to program up to 24 tracks in a desired playback order.

CD Random Play and Display Modes

Setting and Canceling Random Play

How to play tracks in random order and cancel the function.

CD to Tape Synchro Recording

Preparing and Initiating CD to Tape Recording

Steps to prepare for recording, load CD, select tracks, and start synchro recording.

Managing CD Synchro Recording

Pausing, Stopping, and Notes for Synchro Recording

How to pause/stop recording and important notes on side switching and programmed playback.

MD to Tape Synchro Recording

Preparing and Initiating MD to Tape Recording

Steps to prepare for recording, load MD, select tracks, and start synchro recording.

Parallel Synchro Recording (CD-MD & Tape)

Setting Up and Starting Parallel Recording

Steps to set up and start simultaneous recording from CD to MD and cassette tape.

Using the Timer Functions

Setting the Wake-Up Timer

Step-by-step guide to set the wake-up timer for CD, Tuner, or Tape playback.

Setting Timer Start Time

Unaccompanied Recording (Timer Recording)

Preparing for Timer Recording

Steps to prepare for timer recording from tuner or AUX components.

Setting Timer Recording Parameters

How to select "TIMER REC" and set the start time (hour) for recording.

Timer Recording Setup and Confirmation

Setting Timer Minutes and Recording Component

Sleep Timer Operation

Setting and Confirming Sleep Timer

How to set the sleep timer for automatic power-off and check remaining time.

Adjusting Tone and Balance

Adjusting Bass, Treble, and Balance

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Sound, and Operation Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power, sound, and function switching problems.

CD Player, Tuner, and Tape Deck Problems

Troubleshooting Other Issues and Settings

Timer, Remote Control, and System Connection Issues