Stereo CD Tuner XC-F10 XC-NS1 Stereo Power Amplifier M-F10 M-NS1 Speaker System S-F10-LRW S-NS1-LRW Stereo Cassette Deck CT-F10 Operating Instructions Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. In the UK, this system comprises the XC-F10 (Stereo CD Tuner); M-F10 (Stereo Power Amplifier); and S-F10-LRW (Speaker System). In all other countries the model names are XC-NS1, MNS1 and S-NS1-LRW respectively. The optional CT-F10 Stereo Cassette Deck is available in the UK only. 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. THE STANDBY/ON BUTTON IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS POWER IN STANDBY POSITION. 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). IMPORTANT 1 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE 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. IMPORTANT FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live If the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket outlets, the plug must be cut off and a suitable plug fitted. The cutoff 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 of the distribution panel should be provided with a 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. 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION DANGER D'ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR These labels can be found on the unit's bottom panel. [For XC-F10/ XC-NS1] CAUTION 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. The following caution label appears on your unit. US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories These Operating Instructions describe the operating procedures of both the XC-F10 Stereo CD Tuner, M-F 10 Stereo Power Amplifier (Non -UK models, XC-NS1 Stereo CD Tuner and the M-NS1 Stereo Power Amplifier) and the CT-F10 Stereo Cassette Deck. However, the CT-F10 is sold separately. Location: Bottom of the unit. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT Recording and playback of copyrighted material may require consent. See the Copyright Design and Patent Act 1988. Contents 1 Before You Start Checking what's in the box ................................. 4 Using this manual .............................................. 4 Putting the battery in the remote ....................... 4 Using the remote control ................................... 5 Hints on installation ........................................... 5 Avoiding condensation problems ................. 5 Discs compatible with this system ....................... 5 6 More Tuner Features Saving station presets ...................................... 21 Listening to a station preset ............................. 21 Giving a station memory a name ...................... 22 Using RDS ....................................................... 23 Program types ........................................... 23 Searching for a program type .................... 24 Switching the displayed information .......... 24 Changing the tuning frequency interval ............ 25 7 Using the Tape Deck Playing a tape .................................................. 26 Setting the reverse mode ........................... 27 Reducing tape hiss with Dolby NR. ............ 27 Making tape recordings .................................... 28 Recording CDs .......................................... 28 Recording other sources ............................ 29 Setting up a future recording ........................... 30 Cancelling the record timer ....................... 30 Setting the record timer and the wake-up timer ..................................... 31 Changing the display ........................................ 31 Resetting the tape counter ........................ 31 2 Connecting Up Connecting the CD-tuner to the amplifier .......... 6 Connecting the speakers .................................... 7 Connecting the satellite speakers ................ 7 Connecting the subwoofer .......................... 8 Placing the speakers........................................... 8 Wall-mounting your system ................................ 9 Connecting the AM and FM antennas ................. 9 AM loop antenna ........................................ 9 FM wire antenna ........................................ 10 Connecting external antennas .......................... 10 External AM antenna ................................. 10 External FM antenna .................................. 10 Connecting to other components ...................... 11 Connecting the power ....................................... 11 Power cord caution .................................... 11 Ventillation ................................................ 11 8 Using the Timer The timer menu ............................................... 32 Setting the wake up timer ................................ 32 Cancelling the wake up timer ..................... 33 Setting the sleep timer ..................................... 33 3 Controls and Displays Remote control ................................................. 12 Display ............................................................. 12 CD-tuner ......................................................... 13 Amplifier ......................................................... 13 Tape deck (UK model only) .............................. 13 9 Additional Information Care information ............................................. 34 Handling discs ........................................... 34 Storing discs ............................................. 34 Discs you should avoid .............................. 34 Using cassette tapes .................................. 34 Tapes you should avoid .............................. 34 Erase protection........................................ 35 Cleaning external surfaces ......................... 35 Moving the unit ......................................... 35 CD lens cleaner ......................................... 35 Tape head cleaner ..................................... 35 Demagnetizing the tape head .................... 35 Magnetic shielding of speakers .................. 35 Removing/replacing the satellite speaker grilles ........................................... 35 Switching the door open sensor on/off ............ 36 Switching the open/close beep on/off ............ 36 Switching the auxiliary attenuator on/off ......... 36 Setting the display brightness .......................... 36 Switching the time format ................................ 37 Troubleshooting ............................................... 38 Specifications .................................................. 39 Switching the demo on/off .................. Back cover 4 Getting Started Using menus ..................................................... 14 Switching on and setting the clock .................... 14 Playing a CD ..................................................... 15 About the automatic door open sensor ...... 16 Adjusting the sound .......................................... 16 Listening to the radio ........................................ 17 Improving poor FM reception ..................... 17 5 More CD features Programming the track order ............................ 18 Checking the playlist order ........................ 18 Deleting the playlist ................................... 18 Using repeat play .............................................. 19 Using random play ............................................ 19 Changing the display ........................................ 20 When a disc is stopped .............................. 20 When a disc is playing ............................... 20 1 Before You Start Checking what's in the box Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Before starting to set up your new system, please check that you have received the following supplied accessories: · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Lithium battery (CR2025) (for remote control) Remote control unit Stand A (mounting bracket) Stand B (table-top stand) Paper pattern (for wall-mounting units) System cable AC power cord FM wire antenna AM loop antenna Warranty card These operating instructions 1 2 3 4 Subwoofer connecting cable Speaker cables (x2) Speaker stands (x2) Extra speaker grilles (UK model only) (x2) Putting the battery in the remote 1 2 4 3 With the speakers you should also have received the follwing: Turn over the remote control, then use a pen or pencil to release the battery cover catch. Slide out the battery holder. Put in the supplied battery. Take care to put it in the right way up (+ side up). Push the battery holder back in, and your remote is ready for use. Using this manual This manual is for the XC-F10, M-F10, S-F10-LRW and CTF10. Non-UK models for the XC-NS1, M-NS1 and S-NS1-LRW. It is split into three sections: setting up (chapters 1 and 2); using the system (chapters 3 to 8), and additional information (chapter 9). This last chapter contains care information for the unit and discs, a troubleshooting section and specifications. Caution! Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following: · Make sure that the plus and minus sides of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment. · Remove batteries from equipment that isn't going to be used for a month or more. · Keep the lithium battery out of reach of children. · If somebody swallows the lithium battery, immediately call your doctor. · When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institution's rules that apply in your country/area. · Be careful never to insert the battery holder in a wrong orientation, for this will result in damage. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 1 Before You Start Using the remote control The diagram below shows the operating range of the remote control. Don't... Use in a place exposed to high temperatures or humidity, including near radiators and other heat-generating appliances. Place on a window sill or other place where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight. Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment. Use near a television or monitor as you may experience interference--especially if the television uses an indoor antenna. Use in a kitchen or other room where the system may be exposed to smoke or steam. Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with cloth--this may prevent proper cooling of the unit. Place on an unstable surface, or one that is not large enough to support the system fully. 7 meters 30 30 Avoiding c ...