Technics SA-GX 19O User Manual
Technics _
AV control stereo receiver
SA-GX19O
Operating Instructions
Before connecting, operating of adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely.
RQT2694-P
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Technics product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read
these instructions carefully.
Table of con tents
The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and retain
them for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER ........ S..A-.G.X.I.9.0.......................
SERIAL NUMBER .......................................
CAUTION:
This phrase is applied only for U.S.A.:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user's authority to operate this device.
Before use
Precautions ........................................ 3
Accessories ........................................ 4
Front panel controls .............................. 5
Connections
Equipment connections .......................... 6
Antenna connections ............................. 7
Speaker connections ............................. 9
Listening
Basic operations .................................. 10
To adjust the tone quality .............................. 11
To adjust the sound balance ........................... 11
To mute the sound level ............................... 11
When listening through headphones ..................... 11
Listening to radio broadcasts ................... 12
Direct access tuning .................................. 12
Sequential tuning ...................................... 13
Preset tuning ......................................... 14
Recording
Making a recording ............................... 16
Tape recording on the tape deck or digital compact
cassette deck (DCC) ................................... 16
VCR (VCR 1) recording from an audio source ............ 16
Using the remote control
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
A CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
,_The exclamation point within an equilateral
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE SCREWS.
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.
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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Remote control operation ....................... 17
When there seems to be a
problem
Product service .................................... 22
Troubleshooting guide ........................... 23
Reference
Technical specifications ............. Back cover
Precautions
Before using this umt please read these operating instructions
carefully. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on
the unit itself as well as the safety suggeshons listed below.
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference.
Safety
1. Power Source -- The umt should be connected to power sup-
ply only of the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the unit.
2. Polarization -- If the unit is equipped with a polarized AC
power plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other),
that plug will fit into the AC outlet only one way. This is a safe-
ty 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.
3. Power Cord Protection -- AC 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 Never take hold of the
plug or cord If your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug
body when connecting or disconnecting it.
4. Nonuse Periods --When the unit is not used, turn the power
off When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should
be unplugged from the household AC outlet.
Installation
Environment
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outs,de antenna _scon-
nected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is ground-
ed so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Elec-
trical Code, ANSlINFPA No. 70-1990, provides information
with respect 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
below
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
CLAMP
|
.ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
3ONDUCTORS
810-21)
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Placement
1. Ventilation -- The unit should be s_tuated so that its location
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Allow
10 cm (4") clearance from the rear of the unit.
2. Foreign Material -- Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the unit. Do not sub-
ject this unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration,
or shock
3. Magnetism -- The unit should be situated away from equip-
ment or devices that generate strong magnetism.
4. Stacking -- Do not place heavy objects, other than system
components, on top of the unit.
5. Surface -- Place the unit on a flat, level surface.
6. Carts and Stands -- The unit should be used only with a cart
or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer. The unit and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the unit and cart com-
bination to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting -- The unit should not be mounted
to a wall or ceiling, unless specified in this operating instruc-
tions.
Maintenance
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent
such as alcohol or benzine.
Service
1. Damage Requiring Service --The umt should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged,
or
(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit;
or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
2. Servicing -- The user should not attempt to service the unit
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
2. Water and Moisture --Do not use this unit near water - for ex-
ample, near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.
Damp basements should also be avoided.
3. Heat -- The unit should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators and the like.
It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C
(41° F) or greater than 35°C (95° F).
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Please check and identify the supplied ac-
cessories
Listening caution
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just pur-
chased 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 In-
dustries 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 an-
noying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affec-
ting 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.
[_ AC supply cord 1 pc.
[_ AM loop antenna set (RSA0010)
[_ FM indoor antenna (SSA272) ................. 1 pc.
power
(For USA: SJA172-A or SJAr72-1)
(For Canada: SJA172-A or SJA172)
• AM loop antenna ........................ 1 pc.
• AM antenna holder ...................... 1 pc.
• Screw .................................. 1 pc.
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 undetectabte 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.
*The level used here is different from that displayed on the
system's display.
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
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
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
_ Remote control transmitter 1 pc.
(EUR643850)
Batteries (UM-4, "AAA", R03) ............... 2 pcs.
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Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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No. Name
_) Power switch (POWER)
_) Tuning buttons (TUNING)
(_) Band select button (BAND)
_) FM mode select button
(FM AUTOIMONO) 12
(_) Memory button (MEMORY) 14
Direct tuning button
(DIRECT TUNING) 12
(_ Numeric buttons (1 - 0) 12,15
Muting button (MUTING) 11
Re?. page
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13
12
No. Name Re?. page
(_ Bass control (BASS) 11
_) Treble control (TREBLE) 11
(_) Volume control (VOLUME) 10
(_) Headphone jack (PHONES) 11
_) Speaker select buttons (SPEAKERS) 10
TapeNCR 21DCC monitor button
(TAPE/VCR 21DCC IMONITOR] ) 10,16
Input select buttons 10
_) Balance control (BALANCE) 11
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I Stereo connection cable (not included) I
White (L)_ IC_
Red (R)
CD changer (or CD player)
(not included)
Tape deck, second VCR (audio line on-
ly) or digital compact cassette deck
(DCC) (not included)
REC (IN)
OUTPUT
Only for turntable
with ground terminal
\
I Antenna terminals i_ _b
See pages 7-8. YOUTPUT / /
/
GND /
/""- "_L Turntable
/ , . /-_--_ [(not included)
r _ _
Speaker terminals
See page 9.
ANUDIOI IAUDIO VIDEO
VCR (not included)
i i I t
REMOTE
CONTROL
OU] A_, I"v At.. OtJlL[]
OUT OUT
I°_°°"°_" I
I VIDEO
IN
AC power cord
(included)
Household
AC outlet
(AC 120 V/60 Hz)
Connect this
cord after all
other cables
and cords are
connected.
TV (not included)
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Connection
cable for
remote control
(not included)
REMOTE
I i This unit
CONTROL
cord
(not included)
(or CD player)
I CD changer
(not included)
"REMOTE CONTROL OUT" terminal
[]
Connect the connection cable for remote control to a
Technics tape deck andlor CD changer (or CD player) which
has the appropriate remote control terminal as shown at the
left.
If a tape deck is not being used, the CD changer (or CD
player) can be connected directly (dotted line).
For a tape deck and/or CD changer (or CD player) with a
remote control sensor, this connection is not necessary.
_-_ "SWITCHED" AC outlet
Power to the outlet is controlled by the power switch of this
unit Audio equipment rated up to the indicated power
ratings can be connected here.
For proper remote.control operation
Connect the power cords of the tape deck and CD changer
(or CD player) as shown at the left.
FM indoor antenna i.cl. ed)
_FM outdoor antenna .ot i,,cl.dem
This antenna is normally sufficient for reception of FM broad-
casts.
FM Indoor antenna
(included)
/"-_,,-- Adhesive tape
Attach to a wall (using a tape) facing in the direction of best recep-
tion.
The outdoor antenna should be used when using the main unit in
mountainous areas or in spaces enclosed by reinforced concrete
where the FM indoor antenna (included) does not provide
satisfactory reception.
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
75-ohms coaxial
included)
An outdoor antenna should be installed by a qualified technician
only.
--How to connect an FM indoor antenna--
(_ Pull off the plastic on the tip of
the antenna wire. ZZ:E],,--1_EE:_Z_ --_
(_ Twist the wire and connect as _"
shown below. --_'_"_
Twist
wire
For best reception sound quality:
An FM outdoor antenna is recommended.
Disconnect the antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is installed.
--How to connect a 75-ohms coaxial cable--
(_ Remove a piece of the outer
vinyl insulator.
20 mm (25132")
(_ Twist the shield braid to
expose the core wire.
q_).__ q_l__,,,_ Core wire
10 mm (3/8")
(_ Connect the shield braid and the
core wire as shown at the right.
Shield braid
wire
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AM loop antenna J.cl.ded)
AM outdoor antenna (noti.eJ.d )
This antenna is normally sufficient for reception of AM broad-
casts.
AM loop antenna
(included)
AMANT
AM LOOPANT
L. ,.J
Install the AM antenna holder (included) at the rear panel of this
unit and then attach the AM loop antenna to the AM antenna
holder.
Insert the tab into
the hole and then
Rear
of this unit
push the holder
The outdoor antenna should be used when using the main unit in
mountainous areas or in spaces enclosed by reinforced concrete
where the AM loop antenna (included) does not provide satisfac-
tory reception.
AM outdoor antenna
(not included)
Vinyl-covered wire
(not included)
AM AI_
AM LOOPANT
Use 5- 12 m (16-40 ft.) of vinyl-covered wire horizontally at the
window, or convenient location.
When the unit is not in use, disconnect the outdoor antenna to
prevent possible damage that may be caused by lightning. Never
use an outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
Be sure to connect the AM loop antenna even when an outdoor
antenna is used.
AM loop antenna
(included)
AM antenna holder
(included)
Pay attention to the following points when mounting the
antenna.
• Do not mount it horizontally (Doing so will impair reception).
• Do not mount it close to power cords, speaker wires or metal
surfaces (Doing so will result in noise).
• Do not mount it close to a tape deck. When the tape deck is be-
ing used, chirping or beeping sounds may result.
When mounting the antenna to a column, a wall
or rack
antenna holder
(included)
Screw (included)
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