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Pioneer DC-Z93 User Manual

Pioneer DC-Z93
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STEREO
DOUBLE
CASSETTE
DECK
AMPLIFIER
DC-Z93
FM/AM
DIGITAL
SYNTHESIZER
TUNER
F-293/F-Z93L
STEREO
TURNTABLE
PL-Z93
Operating
Instructions
Thank
you
for
buying
this
PIONEER
product.
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
method
of
connecting
and
operating
the
unit
is
the
same.
LINE
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
SWITCHES
Only
multi-voltage
models
are
provided
with
these
switches.
U.S.,_
Canadian,
European,
U.K.,
and
Australian
models
are
not
provided
with
this
switch.
Mains
voltages
in
Saudi
Arabia
are
127
V
and
220
V
only.
Never
use
this
model
with
110
V
setting
in
Saudi
Arabia.
Before
your
model
is
shipped
from
the
factory,
these
switches
are
set
to
the
power
requirements
of
the
destination;
nevertheless,
you
should
check
that
they
are
set
properly
before
plugging
the
power
cord
into
the
AC
outlet.
1.
Disconnect
the
power
cord.
2.
Use
a
medium-size
screwdriver.
3.
insert
the
screwdriver
into
the
groove
on
the
voltage
selectors
and
adjust
so
that
the
tip
of
the
arrow
points
to
the
voltage
value
of
your
area.
“This
product
complies
with
the
Radio
Interference
require-
ments
of
the
EC
(European
Community)
Directive
87/308/EEC.”
WARNING:
The
apparatus
shall
not
be
exposed
to
\two
VOLTAGE
SELECTORS
dripping
or
splashing.
IMPORTANT
1
CAUTION
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
olen
[eam
el
ay)
The
lightning
flash
with
arrowhead,
within
an
equilateral
triangle,
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
of
the
presence
of
uninsulated
‘’dangerous
voltage’’
within
the
product's
enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
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
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
of
the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
the
literature
accompanying
the
appliance.
IMPORTANT
2
If
the
apparatus
is
fitted
with
AC
mains
power
outlet(s),
see
REAR
PANEL
FACILITIES
for
convenient
connection
of
additional
Hi-Fi
component{s).
Make
al!
connections
to
the
AC
outlet(s)
and
the
signal
terminals
first.
Connect
the
plug
to
the
wall
socket
last,
make
sure
that
the
power
switch
is
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
VY)
PIONEER’
The
future
of
sound
and
vision.
As
the
colours
of
the
wires
in
the
mains
lead
of
this
apparatus
may
not
correspond
with
the
coloured
marking
identifying
the
terminals
in
your
plug
proceed
as
follows:
The
wire
which
is
coloured
blue
must
be
connected
to
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.
Equipment
sold
in
the
U.K.
is
not
supplied
with
a
power
plug.
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Pioneer DC-Z93 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Drive methodDirect drive
Wow and flutter0.025% (WRMS)
TonearmStatic balance type
Frequency Response20Hz to 20kHz
Power RequirementsAC 120V, 60Hz
Turntable platterAluminum die-cast
Speeds33 and 45rpm
Output Level2.5 mV at 1 kHz

Summary

Operating Instructions

Line Voltage Selector Switches

Instructions for setting the correct voltage for different regions.

Important Safety Precautions

General safety precautions regarding voltage and water exposure.

Loading Batteries into Remote Control Unit

Battery Handling Guidelines

Rules for safe and proper battery usage to prevent leaks or ruptures.

PL-Z93 Turntable Set Up

Turntable Setup Steps

Step-by-step guide for assembling and preparing the turntable.

System Connections

Connecting System Components

Guide to connecting various audio components like tuner, turntable, CD player, and speakers.

Speaker Connection Details

Instructions on speaker impedance, surround system setup, and cord connection.

Condensation Handling

Advice on handling condensation due to temperature changes.

Antenna Connections

FM Antenna Setup and External Connections

Instructions for attaching FM antennas and external connections.

AM Antenna Setup and Positioning

Guidance on connecting the AM loop antenna and external AM antenna.

Tuner Channel Step Switch

Explanation of the channel step switch for tuner frequency tuning.

Surround System Setup

Understanding Surround Sound Effects

Explanation of surround sound effects and stereo wide function.

Speaker Placement for Surround Sound

Guidance on optimal speaker placement for surround sound effects.

Panel Facilities Overview

Tuner (F-Z93/F-Z93L) Panel Layout

Identification of controls and jacks on the tuner unit's front panel.

Amplifier (DC-Z93) Rear Panel Layout

Identification of controls and jacks on the amplifier unit's rear panel.

Remote Control Range and Operation

Diagram illustrating the effective range and angle for remote control operation.

Detailed Panel Facilities

Amplifier (DC-Z93) Front Panel Controls

Detailed identification of buttons and indicators on the amplifier's front panel.

Turntable (PL-Z93) Controls

Identification of controls on the turntable unit.

Remote Control Unit Buttons Overview

Overview of the buttons and their functions on the remote control.

Panel Facilities - Rear and Front Details

Tuner Rear Panel Facilities

Description of antenna terminals and control jacks on the tuner's rear.

Amplifier Rear Panel Facilities

Description of tuner, turntable, speaker, and other jacks on the amplifier's rear.

Tuner Front Panel Facilities

Explanation of front panel controls like clock adjust, memory, and band selector.

Panel Facilities - Indicators and Controls

Display Section Indicators Explained

Explanation of various indicators like TUNED, STEREO, MONO, and timer indicators.

Amplifier Controls and Features

Description of POWER switch, input selectors, and volume/balance controls.

Cassette Deck Features

Overview of tape deck capabilities like automatic type selector and recording features.

Panel Facilities - Equalizer and Tape Deck

Graphic Equalizer Controls and Management

Explanation of equalizer settings, presets, and storage.

Tape Deck Features and Operations

Details on Dolby NR, relay/parallel recording, and operation indicators.

Panel Facilities - Turntable and Tape Operations

Turntable Operations and Controls

Controls for turntable speed, tonearm, and platter.

Deck I Operation Switches

Controls for tape playback, stop, fast forward, rewind, and pause.

A.S.E.S. Switches for Tape Operations

Switches for Auto Synchro Editing System operations like fade, parallel, and relay.

Remote Control Unit Functions

Remote Control Operation Keys

Explanation of power, function, deck, tuner, equalizer, and CD operation keys.

Timer Operation Keys (SLEEP/SNOOZE)

Details on using the SLEEP and SNOOZE timer functions via the remote.

Handling Cassette Tapes

Cassette Tape Handling Precautions

Advice on loading tapes, preventing damage, and using leader tape.

Accidental Erasure Prevention Tabs

Explanation of the tabs and how to re-record on tapes with broken tabs.

Basic Operations - Tuner Functions

Setting the Clock (Tuner)

Step-by-step guide for setting the current time on the tuner.

Preparation and Auto Function

Initial power-on, input selector usage, and auto function features.

Tuning into Stations

Instructions for auto and manual tuning to find radio stations.

Memorizing Radio Stations

Guide to storing desired radio stations using station call switches.

Basic Operations - Tuner and Tape Playback

Preset Tuning Reception

How to recall memorized stations using station call switches.

Tape Playback Operation

Steps for playing cassette tapes in deck I or deck II.

Music Search on Tapes

How to fast forward or rewind to find specific songs on a tape.

Basic Operations - Cassette Recording

Recording onto Cassette Tape

Procedure for recording radio, CD, or tape sources onto cassette tapes.

Basic Operations - Recording and Playback

Recording Features (Auto Reverse, Muting, Dolby)

Explanation of auto reverse, pausing, recording muting, and Dolby NR systems.

Playback Methods (Record, CD/DAT/VIDEO)

How to play records, CDs, or other connected components.

Graphic Equalizer Controls

Equalizer Operation and Sound Adjustment

How to turn on the equalizer and adjust sound quality.

Managing Equalization Curves (Presets and Memory)

How to recall factory presets and store custom equalization curves.

Microphone Mixing

Microphone Mixing Know-How and Procedure

Tips for mixing microphone signals with other sources and recording mixed audio.

Cassette Tape Relay Playback

Relay Playback Setup and Operation

How to set up and perform continuous playback between tape decks.

Recording Functions - Relay and Parallel

Relay Recording Procedure (Deck I to Deck II)

How to record from Deck I to Deck II sequentially.

Parallel Recording Procedure (Both Decks)

How to record from both decks simultaneously.

Recording Functions - Tape Copying

Tape Copying Procedure (Deck I to Deck II)

How to duplicate tapes from Deck I to Deck II.

Tape Fader Function

Using the Tape Fader for Fade-Outs

How to create fade-out effects on recorded tapes.

A.S.E.S. (Auto Synchro Editing System)

A.S.E.S. Operation Modes (CD to Tape)

Explanation of FADE, PARALLEL, and RELAY modes for CD to tape copying.

Sleep Timer Function

Sleep Timer Setup and Operation

How to set the automatic power-off timer.

Timer Playback Function

Setting Timer Playback (Wake-up/Off Times)

Step-by-step guide for setting wake-up and turn-off times for playback.

Timer Playback Management (Check, Change, SNOOZE)

How to check, change, or reactivate timer settings and use the SNOOZE function.

Timer Recording Function

Setting Timer Recording (Source and Times)

Procedure for setting up unattended recording from radio, CD, or tape.

Timer Recording Management (Check, Change, Priorities)

How to check, change, and manage timer recording settings and priorities.

Maintenance Procedures

Head Cleaning and Demagnetizing

Instructions for cleaning and demagnetizing the tape deck heads.

Unit Exterior Cleaning

How to clean the front panel and cassette door.

Stylus Replacement

Guide for safely replacing the turntable stylus.

Troubleshooting - Cassette Deck Amplifier

Common Cassette Deck Amplifier Issues and Solutions

Lists common symptoms, causes, and remedies for the cassette tape deck amplifier.

Troubleshooting - Tuner, Remote, Clock, Timer, Turntable

Tuner Reception and Sound Issues

Common problems with reception, noise, and sound distortion for the tuner.

Remote Control and Timer Issues

Troubleshooting for remote control not working and clock/timer malfunctions.

Turntable Operation Issues

Common problems with the turntable platter, sound, and noise.

Product Specifications

Amplifier and Tape Deck Specifications

Technical details for the amplifier and tape deck sections.

Tuner and Turntable Technical Data

Technical details for the FM/AM tuner and PL-Z93 turntable.

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