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Pioneer CT-W403R User Manual

Pioneer CT-W403R
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Operating
Instructions
STEREO
DOUBLE
CASSETTE
DECK
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CT-W503R
CT-W403R
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CT-W203
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ASTER
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The
above
illustration
shows
CT-W503R.
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For
the
demo
function,
refer
to
back
cover
of
these
operating
instructions.
Thank
you
for
buying
this
Pioneer
product.
Please
read
through
these
operating
instructions
so
you
will
know
how
to
operate
your
unit
properiy.
After
you
have
finished
reading
the
instructions,
keep
the
manual
in
a
safe
place
for
future
ref-
erence,
In
some
countries
or
regions,
the
shape
of
the
power
plug
and
power
outlet
may
sometimes
differ
from
that
shown
in
the
expla-
natory
drawings.
However,
the
method
of
connecting
and
opera-
ting
the
unit
is
the
same.
WARNING:
to
prevent
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT
NOTICE
The
serial
number
for
this
equipment
is
located
on
the
rear
panel.
Please
write
this
serial
number
on
your
enclosed
war-
ranty
card
and
keep
it
in
a
secure
area.
This
is
for
your
security.
:
[For
Canadian
model]
CAUTION:10
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:rour
preveniR
LES
cHocs
ELECTRIQUES
NE
PAS
UTILISER
CETTE FICHE
POLARISEE
AVEC
UN
PROLONGATEUR
UNE
PRISE
DE
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OU
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AUTRE
SORTIE
DE
COURANT,
SAUF
Si
LES
LAMES
PEUVENT
ETRE
INSEREES
A
FOND
SANS
EN-LAISSER
AUCUNE
PARTIE
A
DECOUVERT.
f
“This
product
complies
with
the
Radio
Interference
require-
|
ments
of
the
EC
(European
Community}
Directive
87/308/EEC.”
The
fightaang
hash
with
arrowhead.
within
an
equilateral
thangie,
1s
intended
to alert
the
uses
tc
the
presence
of
uninsulates
“Gangerous
vottage”’
wnttin
the
product's
enciosure
that
may
De
of
sufficient
magneuge
to
Constitute
a
Sk
Of
Biectne
snotk
te
persons
|
IMPORTANT
1
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DD-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
1s.
intendec
to
aiert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
mportant
operating
ano
mamtenance
(servicing!
instructions
in
the
literature
accompanying
the
appliance.
YQ
PIONEER’
The
Art
of
Entertainment

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Pioneer CT-W403R Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelCT-W403R
CategoryCassette Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Notice

IMPORTANT 1: Electrical Safety and Warnings

Electrical Safety Symbols and Warnings

Summary of warnings about lightning flashes and exclamation points for electrical safety.

IMPORTANT 2: United Kingdom Specifics

United Kingdom Plug and Wiring

Explains UK plug color coding and replacement procedures.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Guidelines

Covers reading instructions, water/moisture, location, heat, power sources, and cord protection.

Polarization and Cleaning Precautions

Addresses polarized plugs and cleaning methods for safe operation.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding and Cart Safety

Covers antenna grounding requirements and safe handling of the unit on a cart.

Information to User

Hearing Safety and Noise Levels

Understanding Decibel Levels for Safety

Lists decibel levels for common sounds and dangerous noise exposure for hearing protection.

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning Heads, Pinch Rollers, and Capstans

Step-by-step guide for cleaning critical tape path components for optimal playback.

Head Demagnetization Procedure

Explains why and how to demagnetize cassette deck heads to prevent sound degradation.

Cleaning the Front Panel

Instructions for cleaning the exterior panel without causing damage.

HANDLING CASSETTE TAPES

Pre-Use Cassette Inspection

Checks for tape slack and erasure prevention tabs before loading.

Automatic Tape Selector Functionality

Explains how the deck detects tape type via sensor holes for proper bias/EQ.

Cassette Tape Usage Tips

Advice on tape storage, leader tape, and avoiding C-120 tapes.

CONNECTIONS

Connecting Audio Recording/Playback Cords

Guides connecting to amplifier LINE jacks for recording and playback.

CD Deck Synchro Recording Setup

Instructions for connecting a Pioneer CD player for synchro recording.

Pioneer System Remote Control Connection

How to connect for system remote control operation.

Connecting the Power Cord

How to connect the unit to a power source.

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES

Front Panel Controls and Indicators Overview

Comprehensive description of buttons, switches, displays, and jacks on the front panel.

Specific Front Panel Functions

Reverse Mode Switch Operation

Explains the settings for one-way, two-way, and repeat playback modes.

Rewind Auto Play Function

Describes the auto-rewind and playback feature.

Auto NR System Usage

Details the automatic noise reduction system for playback.

Flex (1/f) System for Playback

Explains the frequency compensation system for improved sound.

Front Panel Display and Features

Function Display Indicators

Explains various indicators on the display panel.

Dolby NR and HX PRO Systems

Details Dolby noise reduction and HX PRO headroom extension features.

Front Panel Indicators and Counters

Tape Transportation Mode Indicators

Describes indicators for playback, recording, and search modes.

Two Modes Counter Operation

Explains the tape counter and time counter functions.

PLAYBACK

Single Tape Playback

Steps for playing a tape on either deck.

Relay Playback Function

How to play tapes continuously across both decks.

Blank Skip Feature

How to skip unrecorded sections of tape during playback.

Playback Modes and Music Search

Playback Sequence Modes

Explains playback order based on REV MODE and button presses.

Music Search Functionality

How to skip to desired selections on a tape.

RECORDING

Recording on Deck II

Steps for recording audio onto a cassette tape in Deck II.

Recording Mute Function

How to create blank spaces for music search.

Erasing Tapes

Procedure for erasing recorded content from a tape.

Adjusting Recording Level

Importance and method of setting the optimal recording level.

CD Deck Synchro Recording

TAPE COPYING

Performing Tape Copying

Steps for copying tapes at normal or high speed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Power and Cassette Door Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power and cassette door problems.

Playback and Recording Problems

Solutions for issues encountered during playback and recording.

Troubleshooting Sound and Other Issues

Poor Sound Quality Issues

Addresses problems like unstable sound, no high frequencies, distortion, and noise.

Other Troubleshooting Topics

Covers music search, remote control, and CD synchro issues.

Power Cord Safety Caution

SPECIFICATIONS

Key Subfunctions List

Lists various operational features like auto-reverse, Dolby, music search, etc.

About the Demo mode

Activating Demonstration Mode

Provides specific button press sequences for different models.

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