Pioneer PD-M453 User Manual

MULTI-PLAY COMPACT DISC PLAYER
PD-M550
PD-M455
PD-M453
PD-M450
DIGITAL AUDIO
PD-M455
PD-M450
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.
WARNING: To PREVENT FiRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
[For U.S. and Canadian models]
The serialnumber forthis equipmentislocated onthe rear panel.
Please write "_hlsserial number on your enclosedwarranty card
andkeep it in a securearea. This isfor your security.
"This product complies with the Radio interference require-
ments of the EC (European Community)Directive 87/308/EEC."
THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND ]
THEREFOREDOESNOTSEPARATETHE UNIT FROM MAINS
POWERINSTANDBY POSITION.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
Only multi-voltage models are providKI with this switch.
U.S., Canadian, European, U.K., and Australian models
are not provided with this switch.
Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127V and 220V only.
Never use this model with 110V setting in Saudi Arbia.
The line voltage selector switch is located on the rear panel
of this player. Before your player is shipped from the factory,
the switch is set to the power requirements of the player's
destination. Check that it is set properly before plugging
the power cord into the outlet. If the voltage is not properly
set or if you move to an area where the voltage requirements
differ, adjust the selector switch as follows:
• Use a medium-sized (flat blade) screwdriver. Insert the
tip of the screwdriver into the groove of the selector
switch and turn it so that the power voltage making of
your area points to the arrow.
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Pioneer PD-M453 Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	PD-M453
Category	CD Player
Language	English

Summary

Line Voltage Selector Switch

Safety Instructions

For Use in the United Kingdom

Wiring color code and connection details for UK power outlets.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

Guidance on grounding outdoor antennas to prevent electrical surges.

Important Information and Cautions

Information to User (U.S. Model)

Explains FCC rules for radio frequency energy and interference resolution.

Power-Cord Caution

Detailed safety instructions for handling and maintaining the power cord.

Cautions Regarding Handling and Care

Location and Environment Precautions

Advice on installing the player in a well-ventilated, temperature-controlled environment.

Disc and Magazine Care

Guidelines for cleaning discs, handling magazines, and storing discs.

System Connections

Audio and Control Connections

Details on connecting the CD player to amplifiers and cassette decks.

CD-Deck Synchro Function

How to use the CD-Deck synchro function for automatic recording.

System Remote Control Integration

Connecting the CD player for remote control via a Pioneer amplifier.

Before Operating the Player

Disc and Magazine Insertion

Instructions for inserting discs into the magazine and the player.

Affixing Labels to Magazine

Recommendations for labeling disc magazines for easy identification.

Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel Controls

Identifies and describes the function of each button on the player's front panel.

Remote Control Unit and Operations

Details the remote control unit's buttons and explains operation conditions.

Basic Operation

Playing and Stopping Discs

Step-by-step guide to playing, pausing, and stopping CD playback.

Magazine Handling Precautions

Safety and handling advice for the CD magazine.

Various Operations

Timer Playback and Time Display

Using the timer for automatic playback and understanding time display modes.

Disc and Track Searching

Methods for locating specific discs and tracks on the player.

Manual Search and Repeat Playback

How to manually search passages and activate repeat playback modes.

Random Playback and Hi-Lite Scan

Instructions for random track ordering and the Magazine Hi-Lite Scan feature.

Sound Volume and ADLC Control

Adjusting output volume and using the Automatic Digital Level Controller (ADLC).

AC Power Cord Functions

How AC power cord connection affects player functions like timer playback.

Programming Discs and Tracks

Program Playback Setup

Steps to program specific tracks or entire discs in a desired order.

Programming a Pause

How to insert pauses into programmed sequences for recording.

Direct Program

How to program tracks during normal playback or Hi-Lite Scan.

Program Management

Checking, Modifying, and Erasing Programs

Procedures for viewing, editing, and clearing programmed track selections.

Delete Program Playback

How to select tracks for deletion to create a custom playback order.

Clearing Delete Program Contents

How to clear all programmed delete selections.

Convenient Operation for Recording

Compu Program Editing

Using Compu Program Editing to automatically program tracks for tape recording.

Time Fade Editing

How to use Time Fade Editing to select tracks within a specified time for playback.

One-Touch Fade

How to use One-Touch Fade for creating smooth audio transitions during playback.

Troubleshooting

Common Symptoms and Remedies

A guide to diagnosing and fixing common operational problems with the player.

Specifications

General and Audio Specifications

Details on player type, power requirements, and audio section characteristics.

Functions and Accessories

Lists available functions, accessories, and compatibility notes.