Marantz PMD-800 Owners Manual

Model PMD800 User Guide

TUNER

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU’AU FOND.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable-TV) system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communica­tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by tuning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT

This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and
safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operation
precautions which you should be particularly aware of.

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water-for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully 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 safety purpose of the polarized plug.

AC POLARIZED PLUG

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.

14. Protective Attachment Plug – The product is equipped with an
attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety
feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of
protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure
the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by
the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the
original plug.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure 1.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

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20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this

indicates a need for service.

FIGURE 1
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme

NMB-003 du Canada.

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Marantz PMD800 FM/AM Stereo Tuner for
your system.
Please read these operating instructions carefully. We recommend that
you read the entire user guide before you attempt to connect or operate
the Tuner.
After you have reviewed the contents of this manual, we suggest that
you make all system connections before you attempt to operate the
unit.

Refer to the figures on the pages at the back of this user’s guide. The
callout numbers on the figures correspond to those found in the text. All
references to the connections and controls that are printed in BOLD
type are as they appear on the unit.

INSTALLATION

Remember the following important points when installing the Tuner.

• Do not expose the component to rain or moisture, as this may cause
damage to the Tuner.

• Prevent extra heat from reaching the unit. Never put the Tuner in the
full glare of the sun or near a heat source.

PRECAUTIONS

The following precautions should be taken when operating the equip­ment.

LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF PARTS AND
CONTROLS

FRONT PANEL FEATURES
(SEE APPEARANCE DRAWING)

q

q

POWER ON /STANDBY button

This button is used to power on or power standby.

w

w

ANTENNA A/B button

This button is used selection of the FM antenna A or B.

e

e

IF BAND button

This button is used for selecting the bandwidth of the FM broadcast.

rr

r

TIME ADJ (adjust) button

r

This button is used for adjusting the current time.

t

t

ST.NAME/DISPLAY button

tt

This button is used for manual tuning or selecting the display mode.
Press this button slightly longer (for more than 1.5 second) to file in
manually stations name in the preset memory.

y

y

TUNING MODE button

This button is used for selecting the manual tuning or the fine tuning
mode. Fine tuning mode is available only in the FM band.

u

u

TUNING 5 (UP/DOWN) button

This button used for tuning in the desired broadcasting stations or
adjusting the time, or manual tuning, etc.

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

When installing the equipment ensure that:
— air is allowed to circulate freely around the equipment.
— it is placed on a vibration-free surface.
— it will not be exposed to excessive heat, cold, moisture or dust.
— it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
— it will not be exposed to electrostatic discharges.

In addition, never place heavy objects on the equipment.
If a foreign objector water does enter the equipment, contact your near­est dealer or service center.
Do not pull out the plug by pulling on the mains lead; grasp the plug
itself.
It is advisable when leaving the house, or during a thunderstorm, to
disconnect the equipment from the AC outlet.

PMD800 FEATURES

• Max.30-station preset memory (each FM,AM) with auto preset
memory function

• Remote control operation

• Select the FM Antenna A/B

• Select the IF band (wide/narrow)

• Fine Tuning

ii

i

CANCEL button

i

This button is used for canceling the program during manual file or
adjusting the on/off time of the timer.

o

o

NEXT button

This button is used for advancing to the next step during time ad­justment or manual filing, etc.

!

!0

MEMO button

This button is used for presetting the broadcasting stations.

!

!1

(Timer) ON/OFF button

This button used for engaging the daily timer function.

!!2

TIMER SET button

!2

!

This button is used for presetting the time when the system is turned
on and off every day at a specified time.

!

!3

PRESET 5 (UP/DOWN) button

This button used for preset in the desired broadcasting stations.

!!4

!4

FM MODE button

!

This unit automatically switches into the STEREO mode when a FM
stereo broadcast is received press this button to change the mon­aural mode, then the “STEREO” indicator will go out on the display.

!

!5

BAND button

This button is used for selecting the FM or AM broadcast.

!

!6

DISPLAY/INDICATOR

a

TIMER

a

aa

This indicator light up when the daily timer is engaged by press­ing the timer button.

bb

DAILY timer indicator

b

b

c

c

TUNED indicator

cc
d

d

STEREO indicator

e

e

MEMORY indicator

ff

PRESET Number indicator

f

f
g

g

FM IF band indicator

h

h

Antenna A or B indicator

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OPERATIONS

1. MEMORY PRESETTING

a. Manual operation

For example: presetting FM 90.1 M Hz, to Preset number. 10

1. Select the FM by using the BAND button.

2. Tune to 90.1 MHz by using the TUNING 5 button.

3. Press the MEMO button briefly (for less than 0.5 second) Then,

“MEMO” will bricking in the florescent tube display.

4. Select the preset number by using the TUNING 5 button.

5. MEMO button pushed again, 90.1 MHz (broadcast station) was able

to be memorized in number 10 by this.

Note:

Be sure to select the antenna A or B memorization when you preset

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manual memory in FM broadcast.

b. Automatic operation

Select the desired broadcasting (FM or AM) by using the BAND but-

1.

ton.

2. Press the MEMO button slightly longer than 1.5 second does.

Then, broadcasting will be automatically received, and as many
broadcasting station are received well will be memorized preset num­ber-01 after another

3. Check the broadcasting station by using the TUNING 5 button.

Note:

1. In the case of FM automatic presetting, the antenna A, B selector

is set to “A” automatically,

And the broadcasting station is scanned twice. The stations that

have stronger broadcasting signal are preset in the first time.;
weaker ones are preset in the second time.

2. If a new broadcasting station is preset into a channel the broad-

casting station which has been preset into that position aria will be
automatically erased.

3. In mountainous or remote area broadcasting stations which have

weak broadcasting signals cannot be automatically preset into the
memory.

4. Max. 30 broadcasting stations each for FM, AM bands can be

preset.

3. FINE, MANUAL TUNING

This function used for selection the manual tuning of the fine tuning
mode.
Fine tuning mode is available only in the FM mode.

1. Press the TUNING MODE button.

2. Every time you press this button, the following will be displayed

FINE ⇔ MANUAL.

a. In FINE (Tuning) mode

When you try press the TUNING 5 button, the frequency will be se­lected by 10 kHz step to ±50 kHz. Then, it will automatically be set to
the MANUAL mode in 4 second.

b. In MANUAL (Tuning) mode

1.

Press the TUNING 5 button in the FM band, then the frequency
will be selected by 50 kHz step.

2. In the MW band, the frequency will be selected by 10 kHz step.

4. DIRECT TUNING

1. Press the F. DIRECT (frequency direct) button

2. Next press the numeric (0 to9) button.

For example: FM 98.10 MHz

a. FM is chosen with BAND (or TUNER) button on remote controller.
b. Press the F. DIRECT (Frequency Direct) button.
c. Press the numeric button of “9”.
d. Press the numeric button of “8”.
e. Press the numeric button of “1”.
f. Press the numeric button of “0”.
g. The display fixed 98.10 MHz and broadcast station received.

MW, LW band is same as above operations.

5. ADJUSTING CURRENT TIME

You can adjust the current time regardless of power on/standby.

1. Press the TIME ADJ button. Then “Hour display” indicator will blink.

2. LISTENING TO RADIO

1. Select FM or AM by using the BAND button.

2. Tune to the desired broadcast by using the TUNING or PRESET

5

button.

3. FM broadcasting is set up to “STEREO” mode

If the broadcasting signal is weak, or if there is a large amount of

interference in FM stereo broadcast, change the monaural mode by
presetting the FM MODE button.

4. Select the IF BAND (FM bandwidth)

Select the NARROW bandwidth by pressing this button if the broad-

cast signal is interfered with adjacent broadcast in the FM .

blink

2. The hour is set with the TUNING 5 button.

3. Press the NEXT button. Then “minute display” indicator will blink.

blink

4. The minute is set with the TUNING 5 button.

blink

5. Press the NEXT button.

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Daily timer

Example: presetting ON time: 7:15 OFF time: 9:30

1. Press the TIMER SET button.

DA LY

6. FILING (STATION NAME, ETC. )

For example: FM 98.8 MHz Preset CH-10 Station name BBC1

1. Select the preset number 10 in the preset mode.

PRESET

MHz

CH

2. Preset the ON time by the TUNING 5 button and the NEXT button.

(Same as operation of time adjust)

DAILY

3. If ON time setting OK, Press the NEXT button.

DAILY

4. Preset the OFF time by the TUNING 5 button and the NEXT but-

ton.
(Same as operation of time adjust)

DAILY

5. Press the NEXT button. The timer setting is completed.

DA LY

TIMER

2. Press the ST.NAME/DISPLAY button long pushed (for more than 1.5

second)
Then, “_ _ _ _” will be displayed in the clock indicator.

blink

3. Select “B” with the TUNING 5 button.

blink

4. Press the NEXT button. and then, the cursor will move one space.

blink

5. After selecting “BBC 1” with the TUNING 5 and the NEXT button,

press the MEMO button. and then, the broadcasting station name
will be changed to “BBC 1”.

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* Daily timer makes the system turn on and off at preset times every

day.

* If you want to record at ON time, select the desired source with the

input selector deck to the REC position.

* If the timer indicator “TIMER” is off, the daily timer doesn’t work.

DAILY

* If you want to check the daily timer, press the TIMER SET button at

first. The ON time setting will be displayed in the clock indicator. And,
press the TIMER SET button again. The OFF time setting will be dis­played. Finally press TIMER SET button once again. It returns to the
normal time display.

* While setting the daily timer, if the cancel button is held depressed,

the timer function will be canceled.

blink

blink

blink

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If your Tuner should not perform as expected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help from your dealer or
our service organization.

Symptom

No sound

Only noise is heard

Broadcasting is received but with
noise

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INPUT SELECTOR of amplifier is not Select
“TUNER” in INPUT SELECTOR

Volume of amplifier positioned in “MIN.”

The terminal for system connection is pullet out.

The antenna is pulled out
The frequency is not detected exactly

The position of antenna is not suitable.

The power of CD player is turned on

WHEN TO USE RESET SWITCH

• When this system is subjected to an electrical shock.

• When the power is irregular.

In the above cases, function buttons may not often operate or the
display may operate wrongly. In these cases, try the following:

— Rear panel —

LINE OUT

R

REMOTE
CONTROL

L

RESET SWITCH

RESET

Probable cause (s)

Suggested remedy

set to “TUNER”

Adjust Volume accordingly

Connect the terminal for system
Connection correctly

Connect the antenna on the rear panel.
Set the frequency correctly

Install the antenna again after locating the best
reception position.

Turn off CD player.

REPAIRS

Only the most competent and qualified service technicians shoud be
allowed to service your unit. Marantz and its factory trained warranty
station personnel have the knowledge and special equipment needed
for the repair and calibration of this precision instrument.

In the event of difficulty, call the proper telephone number listed on the
face of the warranty to obtain the name and address of the Marants
Authorized Service Center nearest you. In many cases, the dealer where
you purchased your Marants unit may be equipped to provide service.
Please include the model, serial number of your unit together with a
copy of your purchase receipt and a full description of what you feel is
abnormal in its behaviour.

Press the RESET switch lightly once or twice with a pencil or a ballpoint
pen.

CARE AND MAIN TENANCE

This section describes the care and maintenance tasks that must be
performed to optimize the operation of your Marantz equipment.

CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT EXTERNAL
SURFACES

The exterior finish of your PMD800 will last indefinitely with proper care
and cleaning. Never use scouring pads, steel wool, scouring powders
or harsh chemical agents (e.g., lye solution), alxohol, thinners, benzine,
insecticide or other volatile substances as these will mar the finish of the
equipment. Likewise, never use cloths containing chemical substances.
If the equipment gets dirty, wipe the external surfaces with a soft, lint­free cloth.

If the equipment becomes heavily soiled:
– dilute some washing up liquid in water, in a ratio of one part deter-

gent to six parts water;

– dip a soft, lint free cloth in the solution and wring the cloth out until it

is damp;

– wipe the equipment with the damp cloth;
– dry the equipment by wiping it with a dry cloth.

Memory backup

• In case a power outage occurs or the power cord is acciden­tally unplugged, the PMD800 is equipped with a backup func­tion to prevent memory data such as the preset memory from
being erased.
The memory funcitons are backed up for up to about one
week.

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NAME AND USE OF EACH BUTTON ON THE
REMOTE CONTROL

w
e

SLEEP

DISPLAYBAND F.DIRECT

q
t

r

321

u

!2

654

987

IF BANDFM MODE

0

TUNING

PRESET PRESET

MEMO

P.SCAN

y

i
o

!1

!0

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC6000ST

t

t

F.DIRECT button, y Numeric buttons

Use these buttons together to tune in a station by inputting the
station’s broadcast frequency directly through the remote control.

1. Press the F.DIRECT button on the remote control.

2. Next, use the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to input the broadcast fre-

quency of the desired station.

(You can find the broadcast frequencies of local stations in the news­paper, etc.)

Example: Tuning in FM 84.0MHz through the remote control

a. Make sure that the set is set to the FM band. If the set is set to

the AM band, press the BAND button in order to switch to FM.

b. Press the F.DIRECT button on the remote control.

The frequency that was being displayed disappears, and is re­placed by “

c. Next, press numeric button “8”. The display now reads “

d. Next, press numeric button “4”. The display now reads “

e. Next, press numeric button “0”. The display now reads “

f. Next, press numeric button “0”. The display now reads “

the TUNED and STEREO indicators light, and you can now hear
the broadcast from that station.

To tune in an AM station, follow the same procedure, except set
the band to AM.

u

u

FM MODE button

Use this button to listen to a stereo broadcast in monaural sound.
This button works for both FM and AM stereo broadcasts.

i

i

IF BAND button

Use this button to switch the FM intermediate frequency band.

” on the display.

”.

”.

”.

”,

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qq

POWER ON/OFF button

q

q

Use this button to turn the power on or to put the unit into standby
mode.

w

w

SLEEP button

Press this button to set the sleep timer. The sleep timer can be set
to 10, 20, 30, 40, 60, or 90 minutes, or OFF. To cancel the sleep
timer, either use this button to select “OFF,” or use the POWER but­ton to turn the set off (i.e., put the set in standby mode).

e

e

BAND button

ee

Use this button to select either the AM band or the FM band. The
band switches each time this button is pressed.

r

r

ST.NAME/DISPLAY button

Press this button to switch the display between the programmed
name, the frequency, and the antenna input level.

o

o

TUNING 55 buttons

oo

Use these buttons to increase or decrease the frequency to which
the tuner is currently tuned. Holding one of these buttons down
initiates the auto tuning operation. (The operation of these buttons
is the same as on the main unit.)

!

!0

PRESET 5 buttons

Use these buttons to move up or down through the preset stations.

!

!1

MEMO button

Use this button to store a station in preset memory. The operation of
this button is the same as on the main unit.

!

!2

P.SCAN (Preset Scan) button

!!2

Use this button to automatically tune in each of the stations stored
in preset memory, for five seconds each. If you hear a broadcast
that you want to listen to, press this button again to stop scanning
on that station.

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

1. Remote control

Operate the remote control unit (RC6000ST) within a distance of approx.
5 m from the infrared signal reception window (remote sensor) on the
front of the Tuner.
Remote control operation may not be possible if the remote control unit’s
transmitter is not pointing in the direction of the remote sensor or if there
is an obstruction between the transmitter and the remote sensor.

Remote control operating range

Tuner (PMD800)

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Approx. 5m

60°

Remote control unit (RC6000ST)

2. Loading batteries

Batteries in this remote control unit have a life of approximately 1 year
under normal operating conditions. If the remote control unit is not going
to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Also, if
you notice that the batteries are starting to run down, replace them as
soon as possible.

1. Open the battery cover by lifting it in direction B while
pushing section A in the direction of the arrow.

B

A

2. Insert the provided batteries with correct polarity.

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INTRODUCTION

Nous vous remercions d’avoir choisi le syntoniseur stéréo FM/AM
PMD800 de Marantz pour votre chaîne audio.
Veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions. Nous vous recommandoris
de lire ce manuel en entier avant d’essayer de connecter ou de faire
fonctionner l’appareil.
Après avoir pris connaissance du contenu de ce mauel, nous vous
suggérons d’effectuer toutes les connexions de la chaîne avant de faire
fonctionner l’appareil.

Se référer aux schémas qui se trouvent à la fin de ce manuel. Les
numéros des schémas renvoient aux numéros se trouvant dans le texte.
Toutes les références aux connexions et commandes imprimés en
caractères GRAS sont telles qu’elles apparaissent sur l’appareil.

INSTALLATION

Ne pas oublier les points suivants lors de l’installation du syntoniseur.

• Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à l humidité car cela pourrait
l'endommager.

• Eviter que l’appareil ne soit soumis à de trop hautes températures.
Ne jamais le placer directement sous les rayons du soleil ou à
proximité d’une source de chaleur.

PRECAUTIONS

Il convient de prendre les précautions suivantes pendant le
fonctionnement de l’appareil.

PRECAUTIONS GENERALES

Lors de l’installation de l’appareil, vérifier:
— que l’air peut circuler librement autour de l’appareil
— que l’appareil est placé sur une surface non sujette aux vibrations.
— qu’il n’est pas exposé à des sources de chaleur excessive, au froid,

à l’humidité et à la poussière.
— qu’il n’est pas exposé aux rayons directs du soleil.
— qu’il n’est pas exposé aux décharges électrostatiques.

En outre, ne jamais placer d’objets lourds sur l’appareil
Si un objet ou de l’eau pénètre à l’intérieur de l’appareil, prendre con­tact avec le distributeur ou le centre de service après-vente le plus
proche.
Toujours débrancher l’appareil en tirant sur la fiche et non pas sur le
cordon secteur.
Il est recommandé de débrancher l’appareil de la prise secteur lorsque
son fonctionnement est interrompu pendant une longue période de
temps ou en cas d’orage.

CARACTERISTIQUES DU PMD800

• Mémoire préréglée de 30 stations maximum (pour chaque bande

FM et AM) avec fonction de préréglage automatique en mémoire

• Fonctionnement télécommandé par RC-BUS

• Sélection de l'antenne FM A/B

• Sélection de la bande IF (large/étroite)

• Syntonisation fine

EMPLACEMENT ET FONCTIONS DES
PIECES ET COMMANDES

PANNEAU AVANT
(VOIR LE SCHEMA DE L'APPAREIL)

qq

q

Touche POWER ON/STANDBY (mise sous tension/veille)

q

Utiliser cette touche pour mettre l'appareil sous tension ou en veille.

w

w

Touche ANTENNA A/B (antenne A/B)

Utiliser cette touche pour sélectionner l'antenne FM A ou B.

ee

e

Touche IF BAND (BAND IF)

e

Utiliser cette touche pour sélectionner la largeur de bande d'une
émission FM.

r

r

Touche TIME ADJ (réglage de l'heure)

Utiliser cette touche pour régler l'heure actuelle.

t

Touche ST.NAME/DISPLAY (nom de station/affichage)

t

tt

Utiliser cette touche pour une syntonisation manuelle ou pour sélec­tionner le mode d'affichage. Appuyer sur cette touche légèrement
plus longtemps (pendant plus de 1,5 seconde) pour enregistrer
manuellement des noms de stations dans la mémoire de préréglage.

y

y

Touche TUNING MODE (mode de syntonisation)

Utiliser cette touche pour sélectionner le mode de syntonisation
manuelle ou de syntonisation fine. Ce dernier mode n'est disponible
que pour la bande FM.

u

u

Touche TUNING 55 (UP/DOWN) (syntonisation vers le
haut/le bas) (augmentation/diminution)

Utiliser cette touche pour syntoniser les stations d'émission désirées,
régler l'heure ou la syntonisation manuelle, etc.

i

i

Touche CANCEL (annulation)

Utiliser cette touche pour annuler un programme pendant une mise
en mémoire manuelle ou le réglage de l'heure de mise sous/hors
tension de la minuterie.

o

o

Touche NEXT (étape suivante)

Utiliser cette touche pour passer à l'étape suivante pendant le
réglage de l'heure, la mise en mémoire manuelle, etc.

!

!0

Touche MEMO (mémorisation)

Utiliser cette touche pour prérégler des stations émettrices.

!

!1

Touche (Timer) ON/OFF (mise sous/hors tension minuterie)

Utiliser cette touche pour activer/désactiver la fonction de minuterie
quotidienne.

!

!2

Touche TIMER SET (réglage minuterie)

Utiliser cette touche pour prérégler l'heure où le système se met
sous tension et hors tension tous les jours à l'heure spécifiée.

!

!3

Touche PRESET 5 (UP/DOWN)
(syntonisation vers le haut/le bas)

Utiliser cette touche pour prérégler les stations d'émission désirées.

!

!4

Touche FM MODE (mode FM)

!!4

Cet appareil se commute automatiquement au mode STEREO
lorsqu'une émission FM stéréo est reçue. Appuyer sur cette touche
pour passer au mode monaural et l'indicateur "STEREO" disparaît
de l'affichage.

!

!5

Touche BAND (bande)

Utiliser cette touche pour sélectionner la bande FM ou AM.

!

!6

AFFICHAGE/INDICATEURS

a

a

TIMER (minuterie)

Cet indicateur s'allume lorsque la minuterie quotidienne est activée
en appuyant sur la touche de minuterie.

b

b

Indicateur de minuterie DAILY (quotidienne)

c

c

Indicateur TUNED (syntonisé)

d

d

Indicateur STEREO

dd
e

e

Indicateur MEMORY (mémoire)

f

f

Indicateur de numéro PRESET (préréglage)

g

g

Indicateur de bande FM IF

h

h

Indicateur d'antenne A ou B

hh

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