Pioneer F-208RDS User Manual
DIGITAL-
ZER TUNER
F-2
Operati^igillnstructions
RDS
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.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT
A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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.
IMPORTANT
FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code :
If the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket outlets, the
plug must be cut off and a suitable plug fitted.
blue: neutral
brown: live
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER
VICE PERSONNEL.
The cut-off plug should be disposed of and must not be
inserted into any 13 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 of the wires in the
mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows :
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
This product complies with the Low voltage Directive (73/23/
EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and CE Marking
Directive (93/68/EEC).
THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND
THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS
POWER IN STANDBY POSITION.
A
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 appliance.
Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal of a
three pin plug.
NOTE
After replacing or changing 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 of the plug, and the appliance must
not be used without a fuse cover. If lost, replacement fuse
covers can be obtained from your dealer.
Only 5 A fuses approved by B.S.I. or A.S.T.A. to B.S.
1362 should be used.
Location
Install the tuner in a well-ventilated location where it
will not be exposed to high temperatures or humidity.
Do not install the tuner in a location which is exposed to direct rays
of the sun, or near hot appliances or radiators. Excessive heat can
adversely affect the cabinet and internal components. Installation
of the tuner in a damp or dusty environment may result in a
malfunction or accident. (Also avoid installation near cookers, etc.,
where the tuner may be exposed to smoke, steam, or heat.)
Condensation
When this unit is brought into a warm room from previously cold
surroundings or when the room temperature rises
sharply,condensation may from inside,and the unit may not be able
to attain its full performance. In this case, allow the unit to stand for
about an hour or raise the room temperature gradually.
Power-cord Caution
Handle the power cord 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 such 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 once in a while. 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.
• 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.
• Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays or other chemi
cals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the surfaces.
CONTENTS
INSTALLATION........................................................2
FEATURES...............................................................3
CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES
CONNECTIONS
Antenna Connections...............................................5
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
BASIC TUNING OPERATIONS
Auto and Manual Tuning..........................................8
Direct Access Tuning...............................................9
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FEATURES
RDS (Radio Data System)
This tuner features RDS, offering the convenient features shown
below.
• PS (Progrann Service Name) display
• PTY (Program Type) display
• RT (Radio Text) display of up to 64 characters
• Broadcast station search by program type (PTY Search)
• EON (Enhanced Other Networks)
Presetting RDS stations lets you take full advantage of RDS
functions.
EON (Enhanced Other Networks) reception
EON is one RDS function.
Function which switches a frequency automatically when a
specified program starts, if it is set as a Traffic Information (TA)
or News station in advance.
PRESETTING STATIONS ....................................
Preset Stations
3
4
Preset Station Tuning
Manual Station Name Memory..............................11
RDS (Radio Data System)
6
8
RDS Data Display..................................................13
EON Setting and Reception...................................14
Program Type Search (PTY Search)
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10
10
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15
ADDITIONAL DATA................................................16
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................18
SPECIFICATIONS..................................................19
Random 30-station presetting
A total of 30 FM and AM stations can be preset into the memory
circuit.
Manual station name memory
Using up to 4 characters, you can store a name of your choice
for preset FM/AM broadcast stations 1 to 30.
RF ATT
A built-in attenuator (RF ATT) can be switched on or off for
proper reception of strong boradcast stations.
Energy-saving design
This unit is designed to use minimal electricity when power is
switched OFF (during Standby).
Regarding the value of the power consumption in standby mode,
refer to "SPECIFICATIONS" on page 19.
CHECKING THE ACCESSORIES
AM loop antenna
FM T-type antenna
Audio cord
Control cord
CONNECTIONS
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power switch and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet
Outdoor FM antenna Accessory FM T-type antenna
Connecting the AM loop antenna
15 mmT
It I
1. Strip and twist the ends of the wires.
2. With tabs beneath connector down, insert wires
from loop antenna.
3. Pull up tabs to close the connection.
Stereo amplifier
rr
Plug the power cord
into an ACwall socket.
Pin plug connecting cord
• Connect the white plug to the white terminal (L) and the red plug
to the red terminal (R).
• Make sure that the connections are secure.
Left channel
White plug
CONTROL terminals
When using together with a Pioneer component bearing the H
mark, connect the CONTROL IN terminal on the rear panel of the
tuner to the CONTROL OUT terminal on the component using the
supplied control cord. This will enable the tuner to be controlled
from a distance with the remote control unit supplied with the
component.
When this feature is not used, connection is not necessary.
• For instructions regarding connection and operation, please refer
to the operating instructions of your stereo component.
Red plug
Right channel
Antenna ground
NOTE:
The rh (signal earth) helps reduce noise when an antenna is
connected. It is not a safety earth.
CAUTION:
Never make the ground connection to a gas pipe as sparks can
cause the gas ignite.
CONNECTIONS
Antenna Connections
Radio reception is not possible unless the antenna
is properly connected.
The strength of broadcast signals varies from one area to another.
Signal propagation is especially poor in metropolitan areas, where
there are many tall buildings, and also in mountainous areas. Proper
antenna installation is vital to good reception.
AM ANTENNA
The AM loop antenna supplied with the tuner should be connected
to the AM antenna terminals. The antenna should be placed at a
distance from the tuner, and should not be allowed to touch metallic
objects. Avoid placing it near CD players, personal computers,
television sets, and other devices generating radio frequencies.
Setting up the AM loop antenna
• Insert the clip on the bottom of the antenna into the groove on
the leg.
• Place the antenna on a level surface and rotate it to locate the
orientation that yields the best reception.
• To permanently affix the antenna,screw the leg to a wall or post
before assembling (affixing the antenna in the direction that gives
the best reception).
Connecting the external AM antenna
NOTE:
Do not detach the AM loop antenna when using an external AM
antenna.
FM ANTENNA
FM T-type antenna attachment
Connect the accessory FM T-type antenna to the FM terminals.
Stretch the antenna out to its full length, and affix it to a wall, etc.
The accessory FM T-type antenna must be connected to ensure
proper reception.
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AM loop antenna connection
The accessory AM loop antenna must be connected to ensure
proper reception.
External AM antenna
Indoor AM antenna
Provide a vinyl-coated wire (5 to 6 meters long). Secure one end to
the AM terminal marked “AM LOOP ANTENNA" and the other
end to a wall or other high location.
Outdoor AM antenna
If reception is still poor even when a lead antenna has been stretched
out indoors, stretch out a vinyl-coated wire and secure it outdoors.
Stretch out
both ends
Correct
Wrong
Wrong
Outdoor external FM antenna installation
Use an external antenna when the signals from the station are weak
and cannot be picked up by the accessory T-type FM antenna, or
when the sound heard is accompanied by too much noise.
75 Q. coaxial cable
with PAL connector
©6 STANDBY/ON switch
This is the switch for electric power.
ON.....................When set to ON position, power is supplied and
STANDBY
the unit becomes operational.
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When set to STANDBY position, the main power
flow is cut and the unit is no longer fully operational.
A minute flow of power feeds the unit to maintain
operation readiness.
NOTES:
# The memory will be backed up so long as the power cord is
unplugged.
0 If the power cord is unplugged, the memory will be retained for
several days.
0
When not using the unit fora long period, disconnect the power
cord.
When receiving AM,valid only when the station name is memorized.
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Station name
Frequency
When no station name is memorized,the DISPLAY MODE button
becomes invalid.
©Operating Display
©MEMORY button
Use to preset stations. This is also used for FM or AM broadcast
manual station name character selection and for Program Type
Search.
©EON button
Use this to select the desired EON mode, (see page 14)
Each time you press the button, the mode changes as follows.
EONTA-^ EON NEWS
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Off <
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(3)CHARACTER/SEARCH button
When in the Preset Station Tuning mode:
You can use it to input station names manually, (see page 11)
During FM reception:
You can use it to perform Program Type Search, (see page 15)
©DISPLAY MODE button
During FM reception. Use this to switch between display modes.
Each time you press it, the display changes as follows.
RT
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1
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PS
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nI'
PTY
4.
FREQ
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Displays RT—> PS
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Displays PS or Station name
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Displays frequency.
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©CLASS button
Use to switch between preset memory classes A to C. In each
class, 10 stations can be memorized using the STATION CALL
buttons, enabling a total of 30 stations to be memorized.
© DIRECT button
When this button is pressed, the STATION CALL buttons function
as ten-key number buttons for direct input of the desired reception
frequency. Press again to cancel this mode.
© TUNING MODE button
Each time you press this button, the TUNING knob's function
changes as follows,
^Manual tuning mode Auto tuning mode—i
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Preset station tuning mode <
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® TUNING knob
Use for tuning. To raise the frequency, turn in a clockwise direction;
to lower the frequency, turn counterclockwise.
AM : For MW,frequency changes in 9 kHz steps.
For LW,frequency changes in 1 kHz steps.
FM : Frequency changes in 50kHz steps.
In the station name input mode, PTY search mode, the TUNING
knob is used to select characters and program types. When
presetting a station or selecting a preset station, you can also turn
this knob to select a desired station number.
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