Pioneer CT-W604RS User Manual

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PIONEER
The Art of Entertainment

Pioneer CT-W604RS Specifications

General

Track System	4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed	4.76 cm/s
Motor	DC servo motor
Output	0.5V (line)
Type	Double Cassette Deck
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Input	Line in

Summary

Important Notices and Warnings

U.S./Canadian Model Notice

Serial number location for security and power switch standby status clarification.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Warnings on rain/moisture exposure, polarized plugs, and internal shock hazards.

Symbol Explanations

Explanation of the lightning flash and exclamation point symbols in the manual.

UK Specific Installation and Safety

UK Wiring and Plug Safety

Details on UK mains lead wiring colors and plug modification for safety.

General Safety Precautions

Covers reading instructions, installation, ventilation, heat, power, cord protection, polarization, cleaning, and antenna grounding.

User Information, Condensation, and Safe Listening

User Modification and Condensation Advice

Warnings against modifications and advice on preventing unit condensation.

Hearing Protection Guidelines

Recommendations for safe listening levels and awareness of dangerous noise exposures.

Maintenance Procedures

Cleaning Tape Heads and Mechanism

Procedure for cleaning tape heads, pinch rollers, and capstans for optimal playback.

Head Demagnetization

Instructions for demagnetizing tape heads to restore high-frequency response.

Front Panel Cleaning

Method for cleaning the front panel using a soft cloth and mild detergent.

Handling Cassette Tapes

Cassette Preparation Checks

Checks for tape slack, tape condition, and erasure prevention tabs before loading.

Automatic Tape Selector Function

Explanation of the auto tape selector mechanism using sensor holes.

Cassette Tape Usage Tips

Advice on tape leader, storage, tape types, and winding for optimal performance.

Connections and System Integration

Connecting Audio Cords

Instructions for connecting amplifier LINE jacks to cassette deck TAPE jacks.

CD Deck Synchro Recording Setup

Procedure for connecting the unit to a CD player for synchro recording.

Remote Control System Connection

Details on connecting for remote control operation of the unit.

Power Cord Connection

Instructions for connecting the power cord to an AC outlet.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Power and Mode Selection

Description of power switch, counter modes, BLE XD, and Dolby NR settings.

Synchro Copy and Transport Indicators

Explanation of synchro copy, tape transport, and AUTO BLE XD indicators.

Input and Output Jacks

Details on microphone, headphone, and recording level controls.

Playback Operations

Single Playback

Instructions for playing a single cassette tape in either deck.

Relay Playback

Procedure for continuous playback between two cassette tapes.

Blank Skip Function

How to skip unrecorded tape portions during playback.

Playback Sequence and Music Search

Playback Sequence Modes

Explanation of playback sequences based on REV MODE and playback button pressed.

Music Search Operation

How to skip to desired selections by detecting blanks between tracks.

Recording Procedures

Single Recording

Step-by-step guide for recording audio onto a cassette tape.

Recording with Microphone

Instructions for recording using a microphone and adjusting levels.

Recording Mute Function

How to create 4.5-second blanks for music search functionality.

Advanced Recording Features

Erasing a Tape

Procedure for erasing recorded contents from a cassette tape.

Super Auto BLE XD Tuning

Process for optimizing recording bias, level, and equalizer for different tape types.

Relay Recording and Auto Tuning

Relay Recording Process

Instructions for performing relay recording from Deck I to Deck II.

Switching Auto BLE/XD Functions

How to switch between AUTO BLE and AUTO BLE XD modes.

Synchro Recording and Recording Modes

CD Deck Synchro Recording

Detailed steps for synchronized recording from a CD player.

Recording Operations Overview

Information on synchro recording, relay recording, and recording with CD players.

Tape Copying

Tape Copying Procedure

Instructions for copying cassette tapes from Deck I to Deck II at normal or high speed.

High-Speed Copying Notes

Important considerations and limitations during high-speed tape copying.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Cassette Door Issues

Solutions for problems related to power not turning on or cassette door not opening/closing.

Playback and Recording Problems

Troubleshooting steps for playback stopping, no sound, or recording indicator issues.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Sound Quality Issues

Solutions for unstable sound, lack of high frequencies, distorted sound, and noise.

Functionality and Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting for music search, remote control, and CD-DECK SYNCRO errors.

Specifications

System and Head Specifications

Technical details on system type, heads, motor, and winding time.

Frequency Response and Noise Reduction

Specifications for frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, and noise reduction effects.

Input/Output and Subfunctions

Details on input/output levels, harmonic distortion, and listed subfunctions.