Pioneer SX-303R User Manual

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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.
Operating
Instructions
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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
a
secure
area.
This
is
for
your
security.
{For Canadian models}
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS
(POLARIZED)PLUG
WITH
AN
EXTENSION
CORD,
RECEP-
TACLE 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 PROLON-
GATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SOR-
TIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE
INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE
A DECOUVERT.
TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES
Only
multi-voltage
models
are
provided
with
these
switches. U.S. Canadian models are not provided with
these switches.
Main
voitages
in
Saudi
Arabia
are
127
V
and
220
V
only,
Never
use this model with 110 V setting in Saudi Arabia.
The
fine
voltage
selector
switches
are
on
the
rear
panel.
Before
your
model
is
shipped
from
the
factory,
these
switches
are
set
to
the
power
requirements
of
the
destination.
Check
that
they
are
set
properly
before
plugging
the
power
cord
into
the
AC
outlet.
If
the
voltage
is
not
properly
set
or
if
you
move
to
an
area
where
the
voltage
requirements
differ,
adjust
the
selector
switches
as
follows,
1. Disconnect the power cord,
2. Use a medium-size screwdriver.
3.
Insert
the
screwdriver
into
the
groove
on
the
voltage
selec-
tors
and
adjust
so
that
the
tip
of
the
allow
points
to
the
vol-
tage
value
of
your
area.
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the
voitage
selector
switch
to
the
voltage
in
your
area
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Alteration
or
modifications
carried
out
without
appropriate
authorization
may
invalidate
the
user’s
right
to
oprerate
the
equipment.
CHECKING
ACCESSORY
ITEMS
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CONNECTIONS
REAR
PANEL
FACILITIES
FRONT
PANEL
FACILITIES
REMOTE
CONTROL
UNIT
FACILITIES
SETTING
THE
UNIT
PRIOR
TO
OPERATION
-
GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER
CONTROLS
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CONTENTS
LISTENING
TO
THE
BROADCAST
-
DIRECT
ACCESS
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
TO
LISTEN
TO
OTHER
MUSIC
SOURCES
TAPE
RECORDING
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Pioneer SX-303R Specifications

General

Tuning range	FM, MW
Frequency response	20Hz to 20kHz
Input sensitivity	2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Output	150mV (line)
Speaker load impedance	8Ω

Summary

Safety and Operation Basics

Essential Warnings and Cautions

Crucial safety warnings and operational cautions for hazard prevention.

Voltage Selector Settings

Comprehensive Safety Guidelines

General Safety Precautions

Detailed safety instructions covering operation, installation, and environmental factors.

Front Panel Interface

Power, Monitoring, and Source Selection

Overview of power switches, tape monitoring, and function buttons.

Sound Enhancement and Tuning Controls

Remote Control Features

Remote Control Usage and Battery Setup

Remote Control Button Operations

Detailed explanation of remote buttons for deck, CD, scanning, and tuning.

Initial Operation and Broadcast Tuning

Manual and Automatic Tuning

Instructions for tuning FM/AM stations using manual and automatic scan methods.

Direct Access Tuning Method

Inputting Station Frequencies

How to directly enter desired FM/AM station frequencies using numerical buttons.

Preset Station Management

Storing Favorite Broadcast Stations

Method for saving desired FM/AM stations into memory buttons.

Recalling and Listening to Presets

Listening to Other Sources and Recording

Playing External Audio Sources

Recording and Tape Copying

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Resolving Power and Sound Problems

Solutions for common issues like no power, no sound, or unbalanced speaker output.

Addressing Reception and Interference

Remedies for poor reception, static, and noise from external sources.

Fixing Remote Control Malfunctions

Troubleshooting steps for when the remote control is not functioning correctly.

Product Specifications

Amplifier and Tuner Performance Details

Important Usage Advice

Power Cord Safety Procedures

Crucial safety instructions for handling, routing, and inspecting the power cord.