Pioneer sx 403 rds owners manual

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STEREO RECEIVER
SX-4OSRDS
SX-SOSRDS
5X- 2 03 RDS

Operating

Instructions

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The above illustration shows SX-403RDS.

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.

IMPORTANT

WARNlNG: TO PREVENT FIRE 0R SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

The lightning Ilash with arrowhead, within an equilateral
triangle, Is Intended [0 alert the user to the presence at
uninsulaled "dangerous voltage" within the products
enclosure that may he of sulficient magnitudeto constitute
a risk or electric shock to persons.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) "0 USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING T0
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equrlateral triangle Is
Inlended to alert the user to me presence or important
operating and maintenance lservicingl instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT

FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM

The wires in tlr'a mains lud are coloured lrt
omdnnoo with the followlrrg code:

blue : neutral

brown : live
It the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket
outlets, the plug must be out o" and a suitable plug
fitted,

The cut-off plug Should be disposed of and must not be
Inserted Into any 3 amp socket as this can result In
electric shock. The plug or adaptor or the distribution
panel should be provided with 5 amp fuse, As the
colours or the wires in the mains read of this appliance
may not correspond with coloured markings
ldentllylng the terminals in your plug, proceed as
lollows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to
lhe terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured black,

The wlre which Is coloured brown must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured red.

Do not connect either wlre to the earth terminal of a
three Ialn plug.

NOTE

Alter replacing or changlng a fuse, the fuse cover in
the plug must be replaced with a fuse cover which
corresponds to the colour of the insert in the base of
the plug or the word that is embossed on the base or
the plug, and the appliance must not be used without a
fuse cover. ll lost, replacement ruse covers can be
obtained from your dealer.

Only 5 A loses approved by RSI. or to
AtSITtAt to 5.3 1352 should be used

CONTENTS

SETTING THE UNIT PRIOR TO OPERATION -- 11
LISTENING To THE BROADCAST --------------------------------- 11

FEATURES ............................. DIRECT ACCESS TUNING .
CHECKING ACCESSORY ITEMS PRESET TUNING ------------

INSTALLATION ------------------------------------------------------------ 2 RDS (Radio Data System) BROADCAST RECEPTION ------ 14
CONNECTIONS ~~~~~~~~~~~~ To LISTEN To OTHER MUSIC SOURCES

REAR PANEL FACILITIES « TAPE RECORDING ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES ............................................. 6 SLEEP TIMER ............................................................ 20
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT FACILITIES -------- ~ 9 TROUBLESHOOTING-

SPECIFICATIONS -----

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FEATURES

I Equipped with RDS (Radio Data System)

PS (Program Service Name) display.

PTY (Program Type) diaplay.

RT (Radio Text) display of up to 64 characters.

Manual station name input. (Four characters, FM/AM 30 sta-
tions)

0 Broadcast station search by program type.

I A built-in attenuator (RF ATT) can be switched
on or off for proper reception of strong broadcast
stations.

I Random 30-stations Presetting

A total of 30 FM and AM stations can be preset into the memory
circuit.

I Even the slightest deterioration of sound quality
is avoided by the extensive use of anti-vibration
parts.

0 Aerowing chassis

' Large insulator.

0 All parts are carefully selected to achieve high sound quality.

CHECKING ACCESSORY ITEMS

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FM T type Antenna AM Loop Antenna AC power cord Remote control unit Dry cell batteries (SIZE AA (R6Pl)
(Except for SX-203RDS) (Except for SX-203RDS)
INSTALLATION
LOCATION POWER-CORD CAUTION

Install the receiver in a well-ventiated location where it
will not be exposed to high temperature or humidity.
Do not install the reoe'wer in a location which is exposed to direct rays
of the sun, or near hot appliances or radiators. Excessive heat can ad-
versely affect the cabinet and internal components. Installation of the
receiver in a damp or dusty environment may result in maliunction or
accident. (Also avoid installation near cookers etc., where the
receiver may be exposed to smoke from oil, steam or heat.)

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Handle the power card by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging
the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as
this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit,
a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords
should be routed in such a way that they are not likely to be stepped
on. A damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical
shock. Check the power cord regularly. When you find it damaged,
ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for
a replacement.

MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES

' Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.

0 When the surfaces are very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped
in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water,
and wrung out well, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do
not use furniture wax or cleaners.

0 Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays and other
chemicals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the sur-
faces.