Pioneer cts 77 w owners manual

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Opera ting

Ins tructions

STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE
TAPE DECK

CT-S77W

Photograph shows BLACK finished model.

82/499/EE .

"This product is manufactured to comply with the radio in-
terference requirements of EEC Directive 76/8&9/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 D/ G models.

The differences between the models are given below.

HEM model:

For Europe excluding U.K. lHEM' 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 (HP 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/24O Vl 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 SELECT/0N l0 and BIG models
on/yl.

IMPORTANT NOTICE (For KU and KC modeIsI

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 OT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
ID and BIG 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.l and KC (for Canada) models are not
provided with a LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch.

GD PIONEEIT

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety Ind
operating lnsrructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.

REI'AIN INSTRUCTIONS - The operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNING - All warnings on the appliance

and in the operating instructions should beadhered

to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS 7 All operating and use
instructions should be followed.

WATER AND MOISTURE - The appliance should
not be used near water 7 for example, near a
bathtub. weehhowl, kitchen sink. laundry tub. in I
wet basement. or near a swimming pool, etc.

LOCATION - Thu appliance should be installed in a
stable location.

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

VENTILATION - The Invlianco should be aim-ted so
that it: location r pulmon does not interfere with
its proper vaatiction. For example, the appliance
should not be situated on I had. sofa. rug. or
similar aurfaon that may block the ventilan'on open-
ims; or, plscod in a built-in installation, such as a
booked» or cabinet that may impede the flow of
air through the ventilation openings.

HEAT 7 The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources ouch BI radiators. heat moi-tars,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat,

POWER SOURCES - The appliance should be new
nomad to a power supply only or the type desorilr
ed in the operating instmctions or as merited on the
appliance.

rowan-com: PROTECTION - Pomerrnupply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by itarne plaoed upon or
against them. paying particular attention to pants
at plugr, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance,

POLARIZATION - If Your purchased product is Dmr
vidsd with a polarized power plug, please read the
rollowing instructions. This product is equipped
with e polarirsd alternating current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug
will fit Into the newer outlet only and way. This isa
safety femurs. If you its unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet. try marsing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit. contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet, Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.

CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned only
with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never
oleln with lumittlrs wax, hairline. inwcticidee or
other volatile liquid: since they may corrode the
cabinet.

POWER LINES - Art outdoor antenna should be
located away irom power lines,

NONUSE PERIODS 7 The power cord of the sp-
plilnoe should be unplugged from the outlet when
lett unuIed for a long period of time.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY 7 Care should be
taken an that obleou do not fall and liquid: are not
spilled into the enclosure through openings.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance
should be serviced by Pioneer authorizqd service
center or qualified aemice personnel when:

. The powersuppty card or the plug has been
damaged; or

- Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance; or

c The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

- The appliance does not appaerto operate normally
or exhihim a marked change in perrorrnarice; or

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

SERVICING 7 The user should not attempt to senfioe
the appliance beyond that described in the
operating instructions. For all other servicing, con»
tact the nearest Pioneer authorized service center.

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OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an

outside antenna is connected to the antenna
terminal. be sure the amannl system is
grounded Io as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static
charges.
In the U.S,A, section EIO of the National Elec-
trical Code, ANSI/NEFA No. 70-1934, pro-
vides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting stnrc
tine, grounding of the leadsin wire to an antenr
ria discharge unit, sire of grounding conduc-
tors, location or antenna-discharge unit, oon-
noetion to grounding electrodes, and re-
quiremurlts for the grounding electrode. See
Fig. A.

3) Use No. I0 AWG (5.3 mm)
copper, No, B AWG (BA
mm'l aluminum, No. 17
AWG (1.0 mm) popper-
clad stBGI. bronze wire, or
larger as ground wlre.

b) Secure antenna lead-in and
ground wires to house with
stand-off insulators spaced
from 4 ism [1.22 meters) to
6 foot (LB meters) apart,

c) Mount antenna discharge

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IMPORTANT 1

The lightning IIIIh with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert IhI user or the
presence of uninsuleted "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may he or sumcienr magnitude
to constitute I risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIL
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING T0 QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

IMPORTANT 2

If the apparatus is fitted with AC main: power outlstls),
see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient connecr
tion OI additional Hi-Fi componentlsl. Make all Dorms?
tions to the AC outietisl and the signal terminals first.
Connect the plug to the wall socket last. make sure that
the power switch is off, Disconnect the wall plug when
the equipment is not in (regular) use, 3.9. when on
vacation.

FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM

The wires in this mains lead am Coloured in accordance
with the following coda:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Livs

As the colours or the wires in me mains lead or this ap
paratus may not correspond with the coloured marking
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as
follows:

The wire which is ooloured blue must he connected lo
rhe terminal which is marked with the letter N or col.
ourad black.

The wire whic s coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or ocl-
oured red.

Equipment told in the UK. is not supplied with a
power plug.