Pioneer cts 66 r owners manual

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Opera ting

STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK

Instructions CT.- 5 6 6 n

Photograph shows BLACK finished model.

82/489/EEC.

This product is manufactured to comply with the radio in-
terference requirements of EEC Direcfive 76/889/ EEC and

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read these operating instructions thoroughly, 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.
For the sake of convenience, these operating instructions are based
on the model HEM, and they can be used for the HB, HP, KU, KC, D
and DIG models.

The differences between the models are given below.

HEM model:

For Europe excluding U.K. (HEM stamped on packing case): Power
line voltage is AC 220 volts.

HB model:

For U.K. ('HB stamped on packing case): Power line voltage is AC
240 volts.

HP model:

For Australia lHP' stamped on packing case): Power line voltage is
AC 240 volts.

KU and KC models:

For U.S.A. and Canada (KU' or KC' stamped on packing case):
Power line voltage is AC 120 volts.

D and BIG models:

For destinations excluding above (0' or D/G' stamped on packing
case): A 3-point (120 V/220 V/240 V) voltage selector switch is pro-
vided.

NOTE:
Depending upon the model, the design of the power plug and the
power outlet differs.

The line voltage selector switch is located on the rear panel of the
unit. Please check that it is set properly before plugging the power
cord into an outlet. If it is not set properly, change the setting ac«
cording to the LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION ID and D/ G models
only}.

IMPORTANT NOTICE (For KU and KC 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 in a secure place. This is for your security.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE T0 RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
(D and D/G models only)

Before your model is shipped from the factory, the switch is set to the

power requirements of the destination; nevertheless, you should

check that it is set properly before plugging the power cord into the

AC outlet.

1. Disconnect the power cord.

2. Provide yourself with a medium size screwdriver.

3. Insert the screwdriver into the groove on the voltage selector and
adjust to the voltage value of your area.

Screwdriver

HEM (for Europe excluding U.K.), HB (for U.K.), HP (for
Australia), KU (for U.S.A.) and KC (for Canada) models are not
provided with a LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch.

GDPIONEEIT

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

HEAD msrnucnous 7 All the safety and
opnruting instructions should he read before the
appliance is operated.

nErAm msrnuchous - The operating inerruc
tions should be retained tor luture ratarance.

NEED WARNING 7 All warnings on the appliance
and in the operutind instructions should be adhered

to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use
instructions should he fallmd.

WATER AND MOISTURE - The Ipplilncc should
not be used near water - lor example, near a
bathtub, wasnboM, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

LOCATION - The appliance should be inimlled in a
stable locationt

WALL 0R CEILING MOUNTING - The appliance
should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation, For example, the appliance
should not be illuated on a bed, sofa, rug, 0!
si ilar sunaoe that may block the ventilation open-
ings, or, placed in a built-in installation, such as u
bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of
air through the ventnation openings.

HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat,

POWER SOURCES - The lpplilnoe should be con-
mama to a power supply only ol the type describ-
ed in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Powerrsupply cords
ehouid be routed so that they are not likely to he
walked on or pinched py itarns placed upon or
agilnst them, p-vinu particular attention to cold:
at plugs, convenience reoeptaotee, and the point
where they exit lrorn the appliance.

POLARIZATION 7 If your purchased product is pro
vidtd with a polarized power plug, please read the
following instructions. This product is equipped
with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug
will lit into the power outlet only am way. This is a
safety feature. it you are unable to insert the plug
iully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, Contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet, Do not defeat the
salary purpose of the polarized plug.

cLEANmG 7 The appliance should be cleaned only
with a pvlialliny cloth or a suit dry cloth. Never
clean with Iumlture wax, benline, inmotleldec or
other middle liquids since they may corrode the
cabinet.

POWER LINES - An outdoor antenna should be
located away from power lines.

NONUSE PERIODS - The pdwar cord of the ap»
pliance should he unplugged Irom the outlet when
left unused lot a long period or time.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRV - Care should be
taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not
spilled into the enclosum through openings.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE -- Thu appliance
should be serviced by Pioneer authorized service
center or qualified service personnel when:

- The power-supply cord or the plug his been
damaged: or

. opiects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance: or

- 'rlre appliance has been exposed to rain; or

. The appliance does not appear to operate normally
or exhibits a marked change in periorrnance; or

- The appliance has been dropped; or the enclosure
damaged.

SERVICING - The use! should not attempt to service
the appliance beyond that described in the
operating inatructions. For all other servicing, con»
tact the nearest Pioneer authorized mrvicd center,

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OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING 7 I! an

outside antenna is connected to the antenna
terminal, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static
charges.
In the U.S.A, section BID of the National Eluc-
trical Code, ANSI/NEPA No. 704984! pm»
vides information with respect to proper
grounding of the roast and supporting struc-
ture, grounding or the lead-in wire to an pntelh
"a discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-
tors, location or antenna-discharge unit, con-
nection to grounding electrodes, and re-
quirements for the grounding electrode. See
Fig. A.

a) Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm)
copper, No, B AWG (8,4
mm) aluminum, No. 17
AWG (1,0 mm) copper-
clad steel. bronze wire, or
larger as ground wire.

b) Secure antenna lead-in and
ground wires to house with
standoff insulators spaced
Item 4 feet [1.22 meters) ID
6 leer (1.33 meters) apart.

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IMPORTANT 1

The lighlning liash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user of the
presence of uninsuleted dangerous voltage" within the
products enclosure that may be of Sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk at electric shock to persons.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRlC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER IOR BACKI. NO USER~
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL,

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alen the user of the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT 2

If the apparatus is fitted with AC mlins power outlatlsl,
sea REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient Conner}
tion of additional Hi-Fi compunantlsi. Make all connec-
tions to the AC mitletlai and the signal terminals Iirstt
Connect the plug to the wall socket last, make sure that
the power switch is off. Disconnect tire wall plug when
the equipment is not in llegular) use, 9.9. when on
vacation.

FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in acwldflnoe
with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brow Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead at this ap
paratus may not correspond with the coloured marking
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as
lollowe:

The wire which is coloumd blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or col-
oured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or col»
cured red.

Equipment sold in the U.K. is not supplied with a
power plug.