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Pioneer S-A670 User Manual

Pioneer S-A670
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Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
STEREO CD CASSETTE DECK RECEIVER
AMPLI-TUNER/LECTEUR CD/DOUBLE PLATINE A CASSETTE
XR-A370
XR-A670
SPEAKER SYSTEM
ENCEINTES ACOUSTIQUES
S-A370
S-A670
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Pioneer S-A670 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelS-A670
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, placement, and maintenance of the unit.

Electrical Safety and Grounding

Instructions for electrical safety, grounding, and proper cord handling.

Lightning and Surge Protection

Advice on protecting the unit from lightning and power surges.

Operational Hazards and Servicing

Warnings about operating hazards, servicing, and potential damages.

Energy Saving Design

Standby Power Consumption

Information on the unit's minimal electricity usage in standby mode.

Product Registration and Security

Serial Number Location

Guidance on locating the unit's serial number for security purposes.

User Information and Compliance

FCC Compliance Statement

Details on FCC rules and how to correct interference.

Listening Safety Guidelines

Safe Listening Levels

Recommendations for setting safe listening volumes to prevent hearing damage.

Laser Product Safety

Class 1 Laser Warning

Warning regarding the laser diode and safety precautions.

Product Handling and Installation

General Handling Precautions

Advice on handling, placement, ventilation, and installation.

Power Cord Safety

Instructions for safe handling and maintenance of the power cord.

Demo Mode Operation

Activating and Cancelling Demo Mode

How to activate, cancel, and restart the unit's demonstration mode.

Accessories and Remote Control

Supplied Accessories

List of items included with the unit.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the remote.

Remote Control Operation Range

Information on the effective range and angle for remote control use.

System Connections

Initial Connection Setup

Steps before connecting cables, including antenna connection advice.

Antenna Connections

Connecting AM and FM antennas to the unit.

Speaker Connections

Connecting the front speaker systems to the unit.

Advanced Connections and Precautions

Speaker System Compatibility

Notes on speaker placement, impedance, and compatibility.

Rear Speaker Setup (XR-A670)

Instructions for connecting and mounting rear speakers for the XR-A670 model.

Further Connections and Antenna Setup

AUX Input and Power Connection

Connecting external components via AUX and plugging into power.

Antenna Reception Guidance

Tips for optimal radio reception and external antenna use.

Antenna Configuration Details

AM Antenna Installation

Various methods for setting up the AM antenna for best reception.

External Antenna Usage

Guidelines for using external AM antennas and notes on signal earth.

Unit Overview and Controls

Front Panel Components

Identification and function of all buttons and indicators on the front panel.

Key Operational Features

Explanation of auto play function and button function variations.

Display Indicators and Functions

Understanding Display Readouts

Explanation of various status indications shown on the unit's display.

Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Layout and Functions

Identification and function of all buttons on the remote control unit.

Setting and Displaying the Clock

Clock Adjustment Procedure

Step-by-step guide to set the current time on the unit.

Viewing the Clock Display

How to temporarily display the current time on the unit.

Tuning and Receiving Stations

Station Tuning Methods

Instructions for manual, auto, and high-speed tuning of radio stations.

Mono Reception Mode

How to switch to MONO mode for better reception in noisy conditions.

Beat Cut Function

Feature to reduce noise during AM broadcast recording.

Station Tuning Settings

Adjusting Frequency Steps

How to change the tuning frequency increments for FM and AM bands.

Manual Station Presetting

Steps to save desired radio stations into memory slots.

Station Memory Management

Saving and Recalling Stations

Detailed steps for memorizing and recalling radio stations.

Compact Disc Playback

Playing a CD

Instructions for loading and playing compact discs.

Removing a Disc

Procedure for ejecting compact discs from the player.

CD Playback Controls

Stopping and Temporarily Pausing Playback

How to stop or temporarily pause CD playback.

Track Searching Techniques

Methods for finding specific tracks on a CD.

Advanced CD Player Operations

Disc Selection During Playback

How to switch to a different disc while playback is in progress.

Repeat Playback Modes

Instructions for setting repeat playback for single tracks or all tracks.

Random Playback Mode

Playing Tracks in Random Order

How to play all tracks from all discs in a random sequence.

Programmed CD Playback

Programming Tracks in Order

Guide to creating custom playback sequences by programming tracks.

Clearing Programmed Tracks

How to erase all programmed track selections.

Display Operations and Modes

Navigating Display Information

How to cycle through and view different information on the unit's display.

Cassette Tape Playback

Basic Cassette Operation

Steps for loading, selecting tape deck, and playing a cassette.

Stopping and Navigating Tapes

How to stop playback, fast forward, or rewind cassette tapes.

Advanced Cassette Features

Tape Counter and Auto Stop

Explanation of the tape counter and automatic stop mechanism.

Relay Playback Function

How to enable sequential playback between tape decks.

Music Search and Tape Recording Basics

Music Search Function

How to find the beginning of a song or search for the next song on a tape.

Tape Recording Preparation

General advice for recording onto cassette tapes, including tape type recommendations.

Recording Process

Initiating and Managing Recording

Steps to start recording from various sources and how to stop it.

CD to Cassette Recording (A.S.E.S.)

Automatic Synchro Editing System

How to use A.S.E.S. for automatic recording of CD tracks to tape.

Cassette Copying Function

Copying Tapes (COPY)

Step-by-step guide to copy audio from one cassette to another.

Sound Morphing and Tone Control

Activating Sound Morphing

How to turn on and use the Sound Morphing feature.

Preset Sound Modes

Description of available preset sound modes like FLAT, CLUB, HALL, DOME.

Advanced Sound Morphing Modes

Equalizer Mode Settings

Explanation of the equalizer modes (FLAT, TECHNO, HIP HOP, etc.).

Zoom Surround Settings

How to adjust the zoom surround effect for a wider soundstage.

Bass Boost and Setting Memory

P.BASS Mode Adjustment

How to enhance low sounds using the P.BASS mode.

Saving Custom Sound Settings

Procedure to memorize EQ, P.BASS, and ZOOM SURROUND settings.

Compact Disc Care and Handling

Disc Handling and Storage

Guidelines for proper disc handling, storage, and cleaning.

CD Lens Cleaning Precautions

Advice on cleaning the CD player lens and warnings against using cleaning discs.

Cassette Tape Handling and Care

Proper Tape Handling Techniques

Instructions for managing tape slack, storage, and usage tips.

Preventing Accidental Erasure

Methods to protect recorded tapes from accidental erasure.

Timer Functions

Setting the Wake-Up Timer

Step-by-step guide to program the unit to turn on at a specific time.

Timer Recording Setup

Programming Timer Recording

Detailed steps to schedule automatic recording from the tuner.

Sleep Timer Function

Automatic Power Off

How to set the sleep timer to automatically turn off the unit.

Unit Maintenance

Cleaning Audio Heads and Rollers

Instructions for cleaning the cassette deck heads, capstans, and pinch rollers.

Demagnetizing Cassette Heads

Procedure for demagnetizing tape heads to maintain sound quality.

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

Guidelines for cleaning the unit's outer casing.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Problem Diagnosis and Solutions

Guide to identifying and resolving common operational problems with the unit.

Technical Specifications

Unit and Speaker System Details

Technical data for the amplifier, tuner, CD, cassette deck, and speaker systems.

Included Accessories and Power Cord Warning

List of included accessories and a reiteration of power cord safety.

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