Pioneer SX-311R 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 fi-
nished 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 ex-
planatory drawings. However, the method of connecting and
Operating
Instructions
operating the unit is the same.
WARNING:.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EX-
POSE 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-
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CONNECTIONS
REAR PANEL FACILITIES
FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT FACILITIES
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TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES
Only multi-voltage models are provided with these switch-
es. U.S. Canadian models are not provided with these
switches.
Main voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127 V and 220 V only. Never
use this mode! 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 fol-
lows.
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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Set the voltage selector switch to the voltage in your area
{only SX-311R).
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Pioneer SX-311R Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	SX-311R
Category	Stereo Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Voltage Selector Switches

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Covers precautions against water, proper location, ventilation, heat, power cords, and cleaning.

Damage, Servicing, and Grounding

Details conditions requiring service, user limitations, and outdoor antenna grounding.

Channel Step Switch

Accessory Items Check

Connecting Components

AM Antenna Setup and Connections

Guide to setting up AM antennas and connecting FM/AM antennas.

Grounding and Indoor/Outdoor Antennas

Recommendations for grounding and using indoor/outdoor AM antennas.

Connecting Audio Sources and Speakers

AM Loop Antenna Operation

Details on positioning the AM loop antenna for optimal signal pickup.

Input/Output and Speaker Cord Connections

Guidance on connecting audio sources, output devices, and speaker wires.

Power Cord Connection (US/Canada)

Instructions for properly connecting the polarized power plug to outlets.

Rear Panel Facilities Overview

Antenna and Input/Output Terminals

Description of rear panel terminals for antennas, inputs, and outputs.

Control and Speaker Terminals

Details on control output jacks, speaker terminals, and grounding.

Voltage Selectors and AC Outlet

Information on voltage selectors and the switched AC outlet on the rear panel.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Power, Phones, and Speaker Controls

Covers power switch, standby indicator, headphone jack, and speaker selection buttons.

Function, Band, and Tuning Buttons

Details on function selection, band switching, and station call buttons.

Memory and Custom Memory Buttons

Explanation of memory, memory scan, and custom memory button functions.

Advanced Front Panel Operations

Return Button, Tuning, and Volume Controls

Covers RETURN button, TUNING buttons, BALANCE, and VOLUME controls.

Graphic Equalizer and Display Panel

Details on graphic equalizer controls and the operation display panel.

Tuning Modes and FM Reception

Explains DIRECT ACCESS tuning, HITS button, and FM TUNING/MODE functions.

Remote Control Unit Facilities

Remote Control Operation and Battery Loading

Information on operating range, sensor window, and installing batteries.

Receiver, Sleep Timer, and Tuning Functions

Details on receiver power, sleep timer, custom memory, and station tuning operations.

Deck and CD Control Buttons

Instructions for operating cassette decks and CD players via remote.

Setting Up Unit for Operation

Initial Unit Settings and Controls

Steps for setting power, volume, balance, speaker selection, and equalizer.

Broadcast Listening: Auto and Manual Tuning

Guide to using auto tuning for FM and manual tuning for FM/AM reception.

Direct Access Tuning

Using Direct Access Tuning

Steps for directly inputting station frequencies using STATION CALL buttons.

Canceling Direct Access Input

Instructions on how to cancel frequency input during direct access tuning.

Preset Tuning Operations

Frequency Presetting Method

Procedure for presetting three stations per STATION CALL button.

Listening to Preset Stations

How to recall and listen to stations that have been preset.

Last Station Memory Feature

Information on how the receiver remembers the last tuned station.

Custom Memory Tuning

Classifying Stations by Genre

How to classify stations into genres like POP, ROCK, or OTHER.

Memory Scan by Genre Name

Procedure for scanning stations classified under the same genre name.

Canceling Custom Memory Settings

Steps to cancel a custom memory setting for a station.

Listening to Other Music Sources

Tape Recording and Copying

Recording Broadcasts and External Sources

Instructions for recording FM/AM broadcasts or other audio sources to tape.

Copying Tapes Between Decks

Guide to copying audio content from one cassette deck to another.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Technical Specifications