Pioneer SXA-6-J Owners manual
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SX-A6-J Stereo Receiver
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Operating Instructions
Location: rear of the unit
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The lightning flash with arrowhead, 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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE – THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.
PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND
KEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.
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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 turning 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.
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Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate
the equipment.
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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.
WARNING – TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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CAUTION – PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD.
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
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UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or
cords associated with accessories sold with the
product will expose you to chemicals listed on
proposition 65 known to the State of California and
other governmental entities to cause cancer and
birth defect or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling
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ATTENTION –
FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER
CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE
COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE
DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES
PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND
his product contains mercury. Disposal of this
material may be regulated due to environmental
SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE
A DECOUVVERT.
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considerations. For disposal or recycling information,
please contact your local authorities or the Electronics
Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.
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READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and
operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
CLEANING — The product 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.
ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this
product near water — for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool; and the like.
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.
CART — 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.
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.
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.
LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a
stable location.
NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the
appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when left un-used for a long period of time.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
• If this product is equipped with a polarized
alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other), it will fit into the
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.
• If this product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding
type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding type plug.
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.
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 A.
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.
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.
OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
Fig. A
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.
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.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug this
product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
• When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• 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.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance — this indicates a need for service.
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.
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.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product
should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
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
GROUND
CLAMP
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the
unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and
televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit
you’ve just purchased is only the start of your
musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how
you can maximize the fun and excitement your
equipment offers. This manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of
your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that
lets the sound come through loud and clear without
annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly,
without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing
“comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound.
So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by
setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your
hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it
comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound
level:
• Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent
hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we
want you listening for a lifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will
provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since
hearing damage from loud noise is often
undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer
and the Electronic Industries Association’s
Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid
prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of
sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40
Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80
Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock
at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS
UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
90
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers,
thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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For U.S. and Australia Model
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" Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
(Applicable to California, U.S.A.) "
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 a 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.
This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which
requires repair will be charged for even during the
warranty period.
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your
model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for
future reference.
Contents
01 Before you start
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Inserting the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
02 Connecting up
Making cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting audio components . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using external antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Plugging in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
03 Controls and displays
Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
04 Listening to your system
Using Direct listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the balance and tone controls. . . . . . . 14
Playing other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Making an audio recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
05 Using the tuner
Listening to the radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Naming station presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
06 Other connections
Using XM Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting your XM Radio receiver . . . . . . 17
Listening to XM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Saving channel presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connecting an IR receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operating other Pioneer components with this
unit’s sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Switching components on and off using the
12 volt trigger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
07 Additional information
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
XM radio messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Before you start01
Chapter 1:
Before you start
• Fine-tuned to world-class standards
Features
• Quick response power supply circuit
The superior power supply circuit adopted by
this unit achieves vastly improved response by
employing ‘no feedback’ circuitry and low
impedence parallel main capacitors characteristicly used in professional audio monitoring.
• Twin-mono symmetrical construction
This receiver offers a new advancement in
stereo imaging with the completely
independent construction of left/right power
amplification units and twin transformers.
• Direct construction
In addition to the improved symmetrical
design, the signal path of each block is
designed for shortest signal path for minimum
deterioration of signal clarity.
• Wide-Range Linear Circuit
Through this proprietary feedback circuit, an
output signal of low impedance offering a flat,
even response over the widest possible
frequency range is delivered to your speakers.
• XM Radio ready
The XM Radio terminal on this receiver
provides a quick and easy connection to XM
Radio, the leading provier of satellite radio
service in the United States. Visit
www.xmradio.com for more details on this
service.
With the cooperation of the world-class studio
engineers at AIR Studios, this receiver has
been AIR Studios certified:
What’s in the box
Please confirm that the following accessories
are in the box when you open it.
• Remote control
•
• AM loop antenna
• FM wire antenna
•Power cable
• Operating instructions
•Warranty card
Lithium battery (CR2025)
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Before you start 01
Inserting the battery
Insert the lithium battery (CR2025) into the
remote control as shown below. The battery
supplied with this unit is stored in the battery
casing (see step 3 below). When you notice a
decrease in the operating range, replace the
battery in the same manner.
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1 Push the release tab to the right to
open the battery casing.
2 Pull out the battery casing.
3 Remove the battery from the casing.
If you're doing this for the first time, remove the
protective seal from the battery supplied with
the system before re-inserting it.
4 Place a new battery in the casing.
Make sure the si de of the ba tt er y i s facin g u p
when you place it in the space provided.
Caution
When using lithium batteries, please observe
the following:
• There is danger of explosion if the battery is
incorrectly replaced. Make sure to replace
only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Dispose of used battery cells immediately
after replacement. Keep away from
children.
• If swallowed, please contact a doctor
immediately.
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• Lithium batteries may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not
disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or
incinerate.
• Remove the battery if the unit isn’t going to
be used for a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please
comply with governmental regulations or
environmental public instruction’s rules
that apply in your country or area.
• Do not use or store batteries in direct
sunlight or other excessively hot place,
such as inside a car or near a heater. This
can cause batteries to leak, overheat,
explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the
life or performance of batteries.
Installing the receiver
• When installing this unit, make sure to put
it on a level and stable surface.
Don’t install it on the following places:
– on a color TV (the screen may distort)
– near a cassette deck (or close to a device that
gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere
with the sound.
– in direct sunlight
– in damp or wet areas
– in extremely hot or cold areas
– in places where there is vibration or other
movement
– in places that are very dusty
– in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as
a kitchen)
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Connecting up02
Chapter 2:
Connecting up
Making cable connections
Make sure not to bend the cables over the top
of this unit (as shown in the illustration). If this
happens, the magnetic field produced by the
transformers in this unit may cause a
humming noise from the speakers.
Important
• Before making or changing any
connections, switch off the power and
disconnect the power cord from the AC
outlet.
Connecting audio components
The number and kind of connections depends
on the kind of component you’re connecting.
Follow the steps below to connect a CD player,
tape recorder, turntable or other audio
component.
3
Turntable
TRIGGER
FM UNBAL
75
12V
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
PLAY
REC
OUT
IN
AUX1
TAPE
XM
IN
AUX2
CONTROL
IR
OUT
IN
OUT
SIGNAL
GND
L
R
CD PHONO
L
R
This receiver
L
R
IN
REC
AUDIO IN/OUT
Tape deck, etc.
OUT
PLAY
OUT
R
AUDIO OUT
CD player, etc.
12
L
1 Connect the analog audio outputs of your
CD player (or other component) to the CD
inputs on this receiver.
Use a stereo RCA phono cable as shown.
• Connect any other components (such as
1
an iPod
dock or a portable audio player) to
the AUX inputs in the same way.
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1 iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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