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Pioneer SX-2600 User Manual

Pioneer SX-2600
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Operating
Instructions
STEREO
RECEIVER
X2600
I/O
*
The
illustration
shows
model
SX-2600.
Thank
you
lor
buying
this
Pioneer
product
ase
read
through
these
ape
sso
you
will
know
how
to
operate
your
mode!
properly.
After
you
have
finished
reading
the
instructions,
put
them
away
in
a
sate
place
for
future
reference.
In
sorne
countries
of
regions,
the
shape
of
the
pawer
plug
and
power
outlet
may
sometimes
differ
from
that
shown
in
the
explanatory
drawings.
However,
the
method
of
connecting
and
operating
the
unit
oH
IRS
ET
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
serial
number
for
this
equipment
is
located
on
the
rear
panel.
Please
write
this
serial
number
on
your
enclosed
warranty
card
and
keep
it
in
@
secure
area.
This
is
for
your
security.
BEFORE
OPERATING,
CHECK
THE
POSITION
OF
THESE
SWITCHES
...
CHECKING
ACCESSORY
[7
CONNECTIONS
REAR
PANEL
FACILITIES...
FRONT
PANEL
FACILITIES...
SETTING
THE
UNIT
PRIOR
TO
OPERATION
GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER
CONTROLS
............
EMS
ONO
DW
Ww
CONTENTS
[For
Canadian
model]
CAUTION:
to
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:
pour
prevenir
Les
CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES
NE
PAS
UTILISER
CETTE
FICHE
POLARISEE
AVEC
UN
PROLONGATEUR
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PRISE
DE
COURANT
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DE
COURANT,
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LAMES
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INSEREES
A
FOND
SANS
EN
LAISSER
AUCUNE
PARTIE
A
DECOUVERT.
LISTENING
TO
THE
BROADCAST
co
cdeinsnecscssosntnesssiccainaes
8
DIRECT
ACCESS
TUNING
..
PRESET
TUNING........0...0.
TO
LISTEN
TO
OTHER
MUSIC
SOURCES
TAPE
RECORDING
.....-....
HINTS
FOR
BETTER
RECEPTION
SPECIFICATIONS
....
TROUBLESHOOTING
YQ
PIONEER
The
Art
of
Entertainment

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Pioneer SX-2600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.1%
Tuning RangeFM, MW
Input Sensitivity2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Speaker load impedance4 - 16 ohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio90 dB
InputsPhono, Aux, Tape
OutputsTape
SemiconductorsTransistors

Summary

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

Details on grounding outdoor antennas for protection against voltage surges and static charges, referencing National Electrical Code.

Power Cord Caution

Guidance on safe handling of power cords, including avoiding pinching, knots, and checking for damage.

Maintenance of External Surfaces

Instructions for cleaning the unit's exterior using soft cloths and mild cleanser, avoiding harsh chemicals.

Before Operating, Check the Position of These Switches

Line Voltage Selector Switch

Instructions for setting the line voltage selector switch on the rear panel for proper operation in different regions.

Channel Step Switch

Guidance on setting the channel step switch for correct FM/AM frequency allocation and de-emphasis values.

Checking Accessory Items

Connections

Antenna Ground

Recommendation for grounding FM antennas to protect against lightning and reduce noise, with a caution against gas pipes.

Connecting the Speaker Cords

Step-by-step instructions on how to properly connect speaker cords to the unit's terminals.

Connecting the Input/Output Cords

Instructions for connecting other stereo components, noting proper plug insertion and terminal colors.

Rear Panel Facilities

FM/AM Antenna Terminals

Description of terminals used for connecting FM and AM broadcast antennas.

Input Jacks

Details on connecting external audio sources like turntables, CD players, and VCRs to the unit.

Tape 1/DAT Jacks

Description of terminals for connecting cassette decks or digital audio tape decks.

AC Outlet (Unswitched 100 W Max)

Information about the unswitched AC outlet for powering connected equipment, with power limitations.

Speakers Terminals

Explanation of terminals A and B for connecting two sets of speakers.

GND Terminal

Indicates the terminal for connecting the ground lead of a turntable.

Connecting the Power Cord

Guidance for connecting the power cord to a polarized household outlet for improved sound quality.

Front Panel Facilities

Power Switch

Description of the power switch for turning the unit ON/OFF, with timer capability noted.

Speakers Switches

Switches to select which speaker system (A or B) is active, or to turn speakers off for headphones.

Phones Jack

Port for connecting headphones, allowing private listening by turning off speakers.

Band Selector Switches

Switches used to select either AM or FM reception bands.

Station Call Switches

Switches used to preset and recall desired broadcasting stations.

Memory Switch

Used for memorizing broadcast frequencies and for inputting custom memory names.

Tape 2 Monitor Switch

Switch for listening to tape playback from cassette deck 2.

Scan Switch

Used for station memory scan and custom memory scan operations.

Function Switches

Switches to select the playback source, such as TAPE, VCR/LINE, CD, TUNER, or PHONO.

FM Mode Auto/Mono Selector Switch

Selects between auto stereo mode for FM reception or monaural mode for weak signals.

Balance Control

Control to adjust the sound balance between the left and right speakers.

Volume Control

Used to adjust the overall volume level of the audio output.

FM Tuning Auto/Manual Switch

Switch to select between automatic or manual tuning for FM reception.

Direct Access Tuning Switch

Enables direct input of station frequencies using the station call number switches.

Graphic Equalizer Controls

Five controls to adjust specific frequency ranges for tailored sound.

Custom Memory Switches

Switches for assigning and recalling stations based on genre classification.

Operation Display Panel

Panel displaying indicators for function, tuning status, and reception modes.

Tuning Switches (Down, Up)

Switches used for scanning radio frequencies in either direction.

Simulated Stereo Switch

Converts monaural signals to simulated stereo sound for AM or other sources.

Setting the Unit Prior to Operation

Graphic Equalizer Controls

Listening to the Broadcast

Auto Tuning (FM Reception)

Explains how the unit automatically searches and locks onto FM stations.

Manual Tuning (FM/AM Reception)

Instructions for manually tuning into FM and AM broadcast stations.

Direct Access Tuning

Preset Tuning

Frequency Presetting

Method for presetting up to three stations per station call switch.

Listening to Broadcasts Using Preset Tuning

Procedure for recalling and listening to preset stations.

Last Station Memory

Note on how the last received stations are stored and can be recalled.

How to Use the Custom Memory

Explains how to classify and name stations into genres for custom memory recall.

To Listen to Other Music Sources

Tape Recording

Copying Tapes

Instructions for copying tapes between two cassette decks, including editing FM broadcasts.

Hints for Better Reception

External FM Antenna

Discusses the advantages of FM reception and recommends special-purpose antennas for weak signal areas.

FM Outdoor Antenna Connections

Details two methods for connecting FM antennas: 300-ohm twin-lead feeder or 75-ohm coaxial cable.

Grounding

Explains the importance of grounding for FM reception to reduce noise and interference.

External AM Antenna

Recommendations for improving AM reception with separate indoor or outdoor antennas.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

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