Pioneer PD-M550 User Manual

0 (0)

Operating

Instructions

MULTI-PLAY COMPACT DISC PLAYER

PD-M550

PD-M455 DIGITAL AUDIO

PD-M453

PD-M450

PD-M550

PD4VI455

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PDM453

PD-M450

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 NOTICE

[For U.S. and Canadian 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 it in a secure area. This is for your security.

“This product complies with the Radio Interference require­ ments of the EC (European Community) Directive 87/308/CEC."

THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS POWER IN STANDBY POSITION.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH

Only multi-voltage models are provided with this switch. U.S., Canadian, European, U.K., and Australian models are not provided with this switch.

Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127V and 220V only. Never use this model with 110V setting in Saudi Arbla.

The line voltage selector switch is located on the rear panel of this player. Before your player is shipped from the factory, the switch is set to the power requirements of the player's destination. Check that it is set properly before plugging the power cord into the outlet. If the voltage is not properly set or if you move to an area where the voltage requirements differ, adjust the selector switch as follows;

Use a medium-sized <flat blade) screwdriver. Insert the tip of the screwdriver into the groove of the selector switch and turn it so that the power voltage making of your area points to the arrow.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

CiD PIOMEeR*

77ie Art cff EnS&rtsunmein

IMPORTANT 1

jik

The lightning flash with arrowhescJ, wifhrn an equiigteral triangle, is intended to aJert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangejous voltage" within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons

f CAUTION I

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR SACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

IMPORTANT 2

if the apparatus ts fitted with AC mains power outJetlsJ, see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient connection of additional Hi-Fi componentfs). Make gii connections to the AC outietis) and the signal terminals firstConnect the olug to the wall socket last (make sure that the power switch is off.)

FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

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

Blue; Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires m the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured marking identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

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.

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.

Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

KEEO WARNING — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use in­ structions should be followed,

WATER AND MOISTURE — The appliance should not be used near water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub. in a wet base­ ment, or near a swimming pool. etc.

LOCATION — The appliance should be installed in a stable location.

WALL OR 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 situated on a bed, sofa, rug. or similar surface that may block the ventilation openmgs; or. placed in a built in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

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

POWER SOURCES — The appliance should be con­ nected to a power supply only of the type de­ scribed in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords should be fouled so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by Items placed upon or against them, Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and The point where they exit from the appliance,

POLARIZATION - If your purchased product is pro­ vided 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 otherL This piug 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 efectrician 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 clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

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

NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left un­ used for a long period of time.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that obiectsdonotfall ar=d liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

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

The power-supply cord or the plug has been dam­ aged,

Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled mto the appliance.

The appliance has been exposed to rain,

The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change In performance,

The appliance has been dropped.or the enclosure damaged-

SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the opera­ ting ir^structions. Forali other servicing, contact Che nearest Pioneer authorized service center.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside an tenna 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 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides informa­ tion with respect to proper grounding of the mast end Supporting structure, grounding of the Jead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to groundir^g electrodes, and require­ ments for the grounding electrode. See Fig. A.

CART - An appliance and cart combination should be moved with car®. Quick slops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

<PR81142>

En

[FOR EUROPEAN AND U.K, MODELS]

CAUTION

The following caution label appear on your player.

Location: r^ar of the player

This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

[FOR U.S. MODEL] CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

INFORMATION TO USER [FOB U.S. MODEL]

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy ar^d if not installed and used properly. That is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and televisfon recap­ tion. It has deen type tésted and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specificatlorrs in Sufapart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable pro­ tection against such interference in a residential instaJlation. HowevEW. there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ir a panicLflar installation.

ft this equipment does cause interference to radio ior television reception, which can be determined by tur|i- ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged ¡to try to correct the interference by one or more of t^e

following measures:

I

• reorient the receiving antenna

i

relocate this equipment with respect to the receiver

move this equipmertt away from the receiver |

plug this equipment into a differer>t outlet so th^t equipment and receiver are on different branch cir­

cuits.

if necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an exp^tenced radio/tefevision technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the foliowing booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission heiptu);

"How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems".

Thts booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office, Washington. DC. 20402. Stock No. 004-000-0034.5-A.

7be above ¡nstfijcijons sppfy cr*/y to ur*i(s whfch w'fif

be operated in the United States

[For Canadian model]

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Ra­ dio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication^.

POWER-CQRD CAUTION

Handle the powier 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 0 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 ini 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 powejr cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the pow^r cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. \

<PRB1142>

En

CONFIRM SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES.............................

 

4

PUT BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL U N I T 4

CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING...............................

 

5

CONNECTIONS.....................................................................

 

6

BEFORE OPERATING THE PLAYER..................................

 

6

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS.................................

 

8

BASIC OPERATION...........................................................

 

10

To play a compact disc.....................................................

 

10

To stop playback and take out the magazine...................

 

10

Time display.......................................................................

 

11

VARIOUS OPERATIONS...................................................

 

11

Disc search - To search for a particular disc.....................

 

11

Track search - To search for a particular track................

 

11

Manual search - To search for a particular passage.........

12

To repeat playback (repeat play)......................................

 

12

Random playback - To play all tracks in random order...

12

Magazine Hi-Lite Scan.....................................................

 

12

Adjusting the sound volume (PD-M550/PD-M455/

 

PD-M453 only)..................................................................

 

13

ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller)........................

 

13

TO PLAY ONLY DESIRED TRACKS/DISCS......................

 

14

Program playback - To program tracks/discs

 

 

in desired order.................................................................

 

14

Programming a pause......................................................

 

15

To clear all of the program contents..................................

 

15

To erase a program (PD-M550/PD-M455

 

 

/PD-M453 only).................................................................

 

15

To check the program contents ¡PD-M550/PD-M455

 

/PD-M453 only).................................................................

 

15

To modify the program contents (PD-M550/PD-M455

 

/PD-M453 only).................................................................

 

15

Delete program playback - To delete undesired

 

 

tracks/discs........................................................................

 

16

To clear all of the delete program contents......................

 

16

CONVENIENT OPERATION FOR RECORDING..............

 

17

Сотри program editing (Computer allocated program

 

editing)...............................................................................

 

17

Time fade editing...............................................................

 

18

TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................

 

19

SPECIFICATIONS..................................................

Back cover

PUT BATifERlES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL

UNIT (Pq-M55Q/PDM455/PD-M453 only)

PD-M550

PD-M43S/I1ID-M^3

Open the lid the battery compartment on the rear of the remote control unit, aind insert the batteries, taking care to align the (+) and (-) poiariljies correctly.

NOTE:

m In order to prevent battery leakage, remove the batteries when not using the remote control unit for an extended period lone month or more). In the event of battery leakage, carefully wipe away any battery fluid inside the compartment, and replace the batteries with new ones.

«Do not allow books or other objects to rest on tap of the re­ mote control unit, since the buttons may be depressed, causing fester exhaustion of the batteries.

Incorrect ифе of batteries may cause leakage or rupture. Always be pure to follow these guidelines;

A. Always insert batteries into the battery compartment correctly matching the positive @ and negative О polarities, as shown by the display inside the compartment.

B.Never mix new and used batteries.

C.Batterie s of the same size may have different voltages, depending on brand. Do not mix different brands of batteries.

Ф

PD-M455/

PD-M550

PD-M453

 

 

 

 

Bsrsb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

дата

 

 

вдид

 

 

kfi^

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(D

<PRB1142> En

Ф6-Compaci Disc Magazine x 1

(Called 6-<fisc magazine in the explanatory text.)

NOTE:

The supplied 6-disc magazine is for 12 cm discs only.

Output cofd X 1 Control coird X 1

PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453

(U.S. and Canadian models only: Not available with models for military zones (multi-voltage types))

PD-M450 (all models)

Remote control unit x 1 (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only) AAA/R03 (try cell batteries x 2 (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

Pioneer PD-M550 User Manual

Location

instell the player in a well ventilated location where it will not be exposed to high temperature or humidity.

Do not install the player in a location which is exposed to direct rays of the sun, or near stoves or radiators. Excessive heat can adversely affect the cabinet and internai components, Also, installation of the player in a damp or dusty environment may result in malfunction or accident. (Also avoid installation near cookers etc., where the player may be exposed to smoke from oil, steam or heat.)

Precautions regarding installation

Placing and using the compact disc player for long periods on heat-generating sources such as amplifiers wiil affect performance. Avoid placing the player on heat-generating sources.

Install this compact disc player as far as possible from tuners and TV sets. A compact disc player installed in close proximity to such equipment, may cause noise or degradation of the picture.

Such noise may be particularly noticeable when an indoor antenna is used. In such a case, make use of an outdoor antenna, or turn off power to the compact disc player.

Please place this unit on a level surface.

Condensation

When this unit is brought into a warm room from previously cold surroundings or when the room temperature rises sharply, condensation may form inside, and the unit may not be able to attain its full performance. In cases like this, allow the unit to stand for about an hour or raise the room temperature gradually.

Cleaning discs

• The prestí

nee of fingerprints or smudges on the surface of the

disc will

rjot directly affect the recorded signals, but depending

on the

deiigree

of

contamination,

the brightness of the light

reflected

from

the

signal surfaces

may be reduced, causing

degradatidin of sound quality. Always keep your discs clean by wiping the m gently with a soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer ifteriphery.

If a disc b^' comes very dirty, dip a soft cloth in water, and after

wringing it

out well, wipe the dirt away gently, and then remove

any water

^rops with another soft, dry doth,

Do not use

record cleaning sprays or anti-static agents on discs,

Also, neve'

clean discs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile

solvents, snee (damage to the disc surface may result.

Flenzsne

Storing di scs

(Storing withoi t using the 6-disc magazine)

Discs are m ide of the same kinds of plastic used for conventional analog audi 0 records. Be careful not to allow discs to warp;

always stor

3 discs in their cases vertically, avoiding locations

with high

leat or humidity, or extremely low temperatures,

Avoid leavi

ig discs in cars, since the seat of a car in direct

sunlight can

become unbelievably hot.

Always reac and abide by the precautionary notes listed on disc labels.

CD lens cl<

aner

The player's pii

:kup lens should not become dirty in normal use,

but is for somi

reason it should malfunction due to soiling, ask

your nearest PI

ONEER authorized service center, Lens cleaners

for CD players

ire commercially available, but special care should

be exercised in

their use since some may cause damage to the

lens.

 

 

 

Cleaning tl

le player and the magazine

To clean the PL

WYER and the MAGAZINE wipe with a soft, dry

cloth. For stubb

om dirt, wet a soft cloth with a mild detergent

solution, wring

veil, then wipe off the dirt. Also use a dry cloth to

wipe the surfac

i dry. Do not use volatile liquids such as benzene

and thinner whic

h are harmful to the unit.

 

 

<PRB1142> En

Make sure that a!l of the components are turned off before making connections.

Stereo amplifier

О О О О

Making connections

Q] Connect the OUTPUT jacks of this unit to the input jacks (CD or AUX) of the amplifier. Make sure that the white plugs are connected to the left (L) jacks and the red plugs to the right (R) jacks.

Be sure not to connect this unit to the amplifier's PHONO

jacks, as sound will be distorted and normal playback will not be possible.

E Connect the power cord to a household AC wall outlet or an AC outlet on your amplifier.

Make sure plugs are inserted fully into the jacks and wall outlet.

CD'Deck synchro function

If you have a Pioneer cassette deck provided with the CD-Deck synchro function, connect the CD-DECK SYNCHRO jacks of the CD player and cassette deck. With this function, synchro recording can be carried out between player and deck.

For details on connections and operation, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the cassette deck.

The CD-DECK SYNCHRO cord is not supplied with the CD player.

Cassette deck

 

^ ...... .....................

\

D

 

Ш

 

* ' ■ ■ о *

 

System pmote control with a Pioneer stereo amplifier -III:hat has the ^ mark

{Available writi the PD-M450 and U.S, and Canadian models of the PD-M550/PD' M455/PD-M453 only: Not available with models for military zones (multi-voitage types))

When a Piori

eer

stereo amplifier bearing the mark is used,

connect the

CONTROL IN jack on the rear panel of the CD player

to the CO NT

iOL

OUT jack of the amplifier. This will enable the

CD player to

be controlled using the remote control unit supplied

with the start

10 amplifier. If you do not plan to use this feature, it

Is not necass sry to connect CONTROL IN/OUT jacks,

The control cord is supplied with the CD player,

The remoii e control unit supplied with the amplifier can be used

 

to control

^lay. Stop, Pause, Track/Disc Search and Disc Change

 

operations ,

 

For instru

:tions regarding connections and operation, refer to

 

the opera|ti :ing instruction manual provided with your stereo

 

amplifier,

 

 

NOTES;

 

 

 

When a ox>ntrol cord is connected to the player's CONTROL IN

 

jack,

direi^t control of the pleyer with the remote control unit is

 

not

possi'’Ые' .

Operate the player with the remote control unit

 

by aiming it at the amplifier.

 

Be sure to connect both of the control cord's plugs securely to

 

the CONT TOL IN and CONTROL OUT terminals. Do not connect

 

only one end of the cable.

 

Be sure td turn off the power of the amplifier when connecting

 

the powei

cord and output cord.

CARE OF DISCS

With this player, use discs which display the mark shown below. (Optical audio digital discs.)

When holding discs, do not touch their signal surfaces, Hold by the edges, or by one edge and the center hole.

Do not at ix gummed labels or tape to the label surfaces. Also, do not scratch or damage the label.

Discs rotate at high speed inside the player. Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) discs.

DIGITAL AUDIO

<PRB1142>

En

Loading...
+ 14 hidden pages