Pioneer PD-M501, PD-M551, PD-M601 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating
Instructions
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MULTI-PLAY COMPACT DISC PLAYER
PL-M601
PL-M551
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DIGITAL AUDIO
PL-M501
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Demo mode allows you to see variations of
the display. To enter the demo mode, press
POWER and then ke! +4 within 1 second
without inserting the magazine. To exit demo
mode, insert the magazine or press any button.
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
sate 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.
[For Canadian model with the polarized plug]
CAUTION: To PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE
THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
[Pour le modéle canadien avec la fiche polarisée]
ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES
NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OÙ UNE AUTRE
SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE
INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.
| ments of the EC (European Community) Directive 87/308/EEC.” |
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.
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:
e 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 marking of
your area points to the arrow.
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IMPORTANT 1
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 inthe
literature accompanying the appliance. |
IMPORTANT 2
lf the apparatus is fitted with AC mains power outlet(s),
see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient connection
of additional Hi-Fi component(s). Make all connections
tothe AC outlet(s) and the signal terminals first. Connect
the plug 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 in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured making
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
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—— SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future
reference.
HEED 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
surtace that may block the ventilation openings; 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 (including amplifiers)
that 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 routed 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
piugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
POLARIZATION - Jf 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 other). This plug
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 electrician 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.
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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 objects do not fall and 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 into
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
operating instructions. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel.
GROUND J
CLAMP
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The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to |
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or col- |
oured black. |
The wire whwch ts coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
Do notconnect either wire to the earth terminal of a three
pin plug.
Equipment sold m the U.K. is not supplied with a
power plug.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside
antenna is connected to the antenna terminal, be
sure the antenna system ts 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 70, prowdes information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, sre of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Fig.
A.
CART - An appkance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quack stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overtum.
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810 ~ 20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810 - 21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
FIG. A
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
[FOR EUROPEAN AND U.K. MODELS] —
| 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 player.
Location: rear of the player
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
VRW-328
[FOR U.S. MODEL] ©
CAUTION
e Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
e [he use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
| INFORMATION TO USER [FOR U.S. MODEL]
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
may cause interference to radio and television reception.
It has been type tested and found to comply with the
limits fora Class B computing device in accordance with
the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular instailation.
If this equipment does cause 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 follow-
ing Measures:
® reorient the receiving antenna
® relocate this equipment with respect to the receiver
e move this equipment away from the receiver
e plug this equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch
circuits.
if necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
Suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commis-
sion helpful:
‘How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV interference
Problems’
This booklet is available from the US Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No.
004-000-00345-4.
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:
e Start your volume control at a low setting.
e Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
e 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.
[For Canadian model]
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
“THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND
| THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS
POWER IN STANDBY POSITION.
The above instructions apply only to units which
will be operated in the United States.
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
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
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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.
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CONTENTS
CONFIRM SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES cosic. cvscccesieeceeseceeence: 4
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SPECIFICATIONS ........... DENNIS Back cover
O 6-Compact Disc Magazine x 1
(Called 6-disc magazine in the explanatory text.)
NOTE:
The supplied 6-disc magazine is for 12 cm (5-inch) discs only.
@) Output cord x 1
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Control cord x 1
PD-M601
(U.S. and Canadian models only)
PD-M551/PD-M501 (all models)
(4) Remote control unit x 1 (PD-M601/PD-M551 only)
©) AAA/RO3 dry cell batteries x 2 (PD-M601/PD-M551 only)
PUT BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL
UNIT (PO-M601/PD-ME51 only
Open the lid of the battery compartment on the rear of the remote
control unit, and insert the batteries (size "AAA" (IEC RQ3}), taking
саге to align the (+) and (~)} polarities correctly.
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NOTE:
e inorder to prevent battery leakage, remove the batteries when
not using the remote control unit for an extended period (one
month or more). If leakage occurs, carefully wipe away any
battery fluid inside the compartment, and replace the batteries
with new ones.
e Do not allow books or other objects to rest on top of the re-
mote contro! unit, since the buttons may be depressed, causing
faster exhaustion of the batteries.
Incorrect use of batteries may cause leakage or rupture.
| Always be sure to follow these guidelines:
| A. Always insert batteries into the battery compartment
correctly matching the positive G) and negative ©)
polarities, as shown by the display inside the
compartment.
. Never mix new and used batteries.
. Batteries of the same size may have different voltages,
depending on brand. Do not mix different brands of
batteries.
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONS (PD-M601/PD-
M551 only)
When operating the remote control unit, point the unit's infrared
Signal transmitter at the remote control receiver (REMOTE SENSOR)
on the front panel of the player. The remote control unit can be used
within a range of about 7 meters (23 feet) from the remote sensor, and
within angles of up to about 30 degrees.
NOTE:
if the remote control sensor window is in a position where it receives
strong light such as sunlight or fluorescent light, contro! may not be
possible.
Notes for PD-M501
Operate the PD-M501 using the remote control unit which
accompanies the amplifier. (See page 6.)
- CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING
| Location
install 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 internal components. Also,
installation of the player in a damp or dusty environment may
result in malfunction or accident.
Precautions regarding installation
e Avoid placing the player on heat-generating sources such as
amplifiers,
e Install this compact disc player as far as possible from tuners
and !V sets. Noise may be particularly noticeable when an
indoor antenna is used. In such cases, make use of an outdoor
antenna, or turn off power to the compact disc player.
eo Please place this unit on a level surface,
“Cleaning the player and the magazine
To clean the PLAYER and the MAGAZINE, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth. For stubborn dirt, wet a soft cloth with a mild detergent
solution made by diluting one part detergent to 5 or 6 parts water,
wring well, then wipe off the dirt. Use a dry cloth to wipe the
surface dry. Do not use volatile liquids such as benzene and thinner
which are harmful to the unit.
Storing discs _
Be caretul not to allow discs to warp; always store discs in their cases
vertically, avoiding locations with high heat or humidity, or extremely
low temperatures.
The player's pickup lens should not become dirty in normal use,
but if for some reason it should malfunction due to soiling, consult
your nearest PIONEER authorized service center. Lens cleaners
tor CD players are commercially available, but special care should
be exercised in their use since some may cause damage to the
lens,
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. If this occurs, allow the unit to stand for
about an hour or raise the room temperature gradually.
| Cleaning and handling compact discs
e Always keep your discs clean by wiping them gently with a soft
cloth from the inner edge toward the outer periphery.
e lía disc becomes very dirty, dio a soft cloth in water, and after
wringing it out well, wipe the dirt away gently, and then remove
any water drops with another soft, dry cloth.
e Do not use record cleaning sprays or anti-static agents on discs.
Also, never clean discs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile
solvents, since damage to the disc surface may result.
e With this player, use discs which display the mark shown below.
(Optical audio digital discs.)
e Vhen holding discs, do not touch their signal surfaces (the side
reflecting a “rainbow” pattern, opposite the label side). Hold by
the edges, or by one edge and the center hole.
e Do not aftix gummed labels or tape to the label surfaces. Also,
do not scratch or damage the label.
e Discs rotate at high speed inside the player. Do not use damaged
(cracked or warped) discs.
disc
DIGITAL AUDIO
NOTE:
e in order to play an 8-cm (3-inch) CD you will need a special
Multi-Play Magazine (JD-M108, JD-M308) which is sold
separately. Be sure to read thoroughly the Operating Instructions
before using it.
e 8-cm (3-inch) CD Adaptors
It is possible that even an adaptor which meets recommended
standard CD specifications will not be usable with the CD player.
It is recommended that the special Multi-Play Magazine (JD-
M108, JD-M308) be used.
e Never load an 8-cm (3-inch) CD or its adaptor into a standard
1Z-cm (5-inch) magazine. This may seriously damage the CD
player.
e Do not insert only an 8-cm (3-inch) disc and adaptor into the
supplied magazine.
| 4 Insert other discs by repeating steps 1 to 3.
BEFORE OPERATING THE PLAYER ©
INSERT DISCS INTO THE 6-DISC MAGAZINE
Insert any discs which you may have into the supplied magazine.
Up to six discs may be inserted. The numbering of the discs begins
with 1 at the topmost tray, and then increases in order downwards
to 6 tor the lowest tray. The magazine has a window through
which the pulled-out disc tray can be checked. Even during playback,
the number of the disc being played back can be checked through
this window.
1 Pull out only one disc tray.
CAUTION:
@ Please make sure to only pull out one disc tray at a time. (When
a disc tray has been pulled out, do not pull out other disc trays.)
e lí discs are inserted label side upward, it will not be possible for
them to be played. Please make sure to insert them with the
label side downward.
e Objects other than discs (song cards, explanations of disc
contents, etc.), must never be inserted into the disc trays.
Do not touch the playing surface of discs (iridescent side) with
hands or fingers.
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AFFIXING LABELS TO THE MAGAZINE
e Always attach the labels provided in the designated locations.
Correct operation may not be possible if labels or tape are
attached in other locations.
@ the following are convenient ways of using labels:
A: For titles
B: For disc names
C: For classification
@ Do not attach labels on top of other labels.
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Additional magazines identical to the one supplied are available |
oe (*JD-M100, JD-M200, JD-M300, JD-M108, JD-
Please use them to make your own disc library, with separate
magazines tor each artist or genre.
* JD-M100/J D-M200/JD- M300Magazine for | hens (5-inch) discs
JD-M108/JD-M308 Magazine for 8-cm (3-inch) discs
NOTE:
ei not load 8-cm (3-inch) discs into the magazine for 12-cm (5-inch}
ISCS.
For U.S. customers only
You may purchase additional Pioneer six-compact-disc magazines
trom your dealer. If however, they are not available at your dealer in
the United States, you may order from:
PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC.
2265 East 220th Street
P.O. Box 1760, Long Beach
CA. 90801-1760
USA.
Phone #(800)421-1404
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Making connections
[1] Connect the OUTPUT jacks of this unit to the input jacks (CD or
AUX} of the amplifier. Make sure that the whites plugs are
aa to the left (L) jacks and the red plugs to the right (R)
jacks
e Be sure not to connect this unit to the amplifier’s PHONO
jacks, as sound will be distorted and norma! playback will not
be possible.
[2] Connect the power cord to a household AC wall outlet or an AC
outlet on your amplifier.
e Make sure plugs are inserted fully into the jacks and wall outlet.
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CD-Deck synchro function
IT 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.
e For details on connections and operation, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the cassette deck.
e The CD-DECK SYNCHRO cord is not supplied with the CD player.
NOTE:
In order to enable the CD-DECK SYNCHRO recording function, the
normal output cable must be connected to the stereo amplifier.
System remote control with a Pioneer stereo
amplifier that has the fi] mark
(Available with the PD-M551/PD-M501 and U.S. and Canadian
models of the PD-M601 oniy)
When a Pioneer stereo amplifier bearing the mark is used,
connect the CONTROL IN Jack on the rear panel of the CD player
to the CONTROL OUT jack of the amplifier. This will enable the
CD player to be controlled using the remote control unit supplied
with the stereo amplifier. if you do not plan to use this feature, it
is not necessary to connect CONTROL IN/OUT jacks.
e The control cord is supplied with the CD player.
e fhe remote control unit supplied with the amplifier can be used
to control Play, Stop, Pause, Track/Disc Search and Disc Change
operations.
For instructions regarding connections and operation, refer to
the operating instruction manual provided with your stereo
amplifier.
NOTES:
@ When a control cord is connected to the player’s CONTROL IN
jack, direct control of the player with the remote control unit is
not possible. Operate the player with the remote control unit
by aiming it at the amplifier. (PD-M601, PD-M551)
e Be sure to connect both of the control cord's plugs securely to
the CONTROL IN and CONTROL OUT terminals. Do not connect
only one end of the cable.
e Be sure to turn off the power of the amplifier before connecting
the power cord and output cord.
Connecting the power cord
Connect the power cord to a household AC wall outlet or an AC
outiet on your amplifier. (See the section “AC power cord connection
and functions” on page 10.)
e Make sure plugs are inserted fully into the jacks and wail outlet.
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS
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(3) AUTO FADER button
HI-LITE SCAN button
(5) COMPU PGM EDIT button
TIME FADE EDIT button
(7) Pause button (1)
ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller) button
Headphones jack (PHONES) and headphones
volume control (PHONES LEVEL)(PD-M601 only)
20) Play button (i)
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FRONT PANEL
(D POWER STANDBY/ON switch and STANDBY
indicator
(2) Remote sensor (PD-M601/PD-M551 only)
Receives the signal from the remote control unit.
e [he PD-M501 is not equipped with the remote sensor.
(3) Disc number buttons (DISC 1 - DISC 6)
(4) TIME button
(5) Stop button (m)
(6) REPEAT button
(7) RANDOM PLAY button
Track/Manual search buttons (ta <««a/»» >»)
(9) EJECT button (4)
Magazine insertion slot
(D PROGRAM button
(2) DELETE button
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (PD-M601/PD-M551 only)
Remote control buttons with the same names or marks as buttons
on the front panel of the player control the same operations as the
corresponding front panel buttons.
() POWER button
(2) DISC NUMBER buttons (1-6)
(3) STOP button (1)
(4) RANDOM PLAY button
(5) HI-LITE SCAN button
(6) FADER button
(7) ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller)
button
CHECK button
(9) OUTPUT LEVEL buttons ( +/-)
PAUSE button (11)
(1) PLAY button (» )
(2) MANUAL search buttons ( #4 / >>)
(9 TRACK search buttons (44 / >>)
DELETE button
(5) PGM (program) button
CLEAR button
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To play a compact disc
1 Turn on the power to the player.
2 Insert a magazine, pushing it in until a click
sound is heard.
e insert the discs to be played into the magazine beforehand.
(Refer to “BEFORE OPERATING THE PLAYER” on page 5.)
@ When the power is turned off (in stand by mode), inserting a
magazine automatically turns on the power (Automatic Power
On function).
3 Press » to start playback.
To pause playback temporarily:
Press I. The il indicator lights and playback is paused at that point.
Pressing il again or ® resumes playback from the position where
pause mode was entered.
To stop playback:
Press М. The player returns to the beginning of the first track on
the disc at which playback was stopped. If Mis pressed twice, the
player returns to the beginning of the first track on the first disc
and enters stop mode.
NOTE:
When the power ts turned off while a magazine is in the player, the
player memorizes which disc was played just before the power was
turned off. Thus, when the power is next turned on, pressing the play
button starts playback from the first track on the memorized disc.
To stop playback and take out the magazine
Press EJECT &, remove the magazine, and then press POWER to
turn off the power.
Even when the power is turned off (in stand by mode}, the magazine
will be ejected by pressing EJECT &. (Power Down Eject}
Cautions regarding handling of magazines
e VWhen inserting a magazine into the player, make sure that the
direction of insertion Is correct.
e After use, store in the case provided. Do not place in locations
subject to high temperatures or exposed to direct sunlight.
e Do not take magazines apart.
e Be careful not to drop, or hit magazines against things. Also do
not apply strong force to trays which have been withdrawn.
e Application of benzene, thinner, insecticide or other volatile
liquids to a magazine may damage the surface, so keep
magazines away from such substances.
Timer playback
By using a commercially available audio timer, it is possible to
initiate playback at any time automatically.
1. Insert a magazine into the magazine slot.
2. Set the time at which you wish playback to begin. The timer
will supply power to both the amplifier and the piayer at the
preset time, turning all the components on and initiating the
playback mode. Playback starts from the first track on the first
disc.
Caution:
e Donot unplug the power cord or do not turn off the power with an
audio timer during playback, as this could result in damage to the
disc. |
e lfa power failure occurs while the power is turned off (standby
mode), the power is automatically turned on with timer playback
function when the power is supplied. THEREFORE, DISCONNECT
THE AC POWER CORD WHEN THE PLAYER IS NOT USED FOR
A LONG PERIOD OF TIME.
Time display
During playback, pressing the TIME button changes the time display
in the following sequence: ® Time (elapsed playback time of the
track being played) > ® Remain (remaining playback time of the
track being played) = © AL Remain (remaining playback time from
the playing point to the end of the disc) + O Total (total playback
time of the disc}.
e With track No. 24 or more, the Remain time ® cannot be
displayed.
e During program playback, delete program playback, random
playback or delete random playback, AL Remain time © cannot
be displayed.
e During Program playback, the number of program steps can be
displayed with the Total setting O.
e During time fade playback, the remaining playback time until
the playback stops with a fade-out can be displayed with the AL
Remain setting
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Disc search » To search for a particular disc
During playback or stop mode
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DISC NUMBER
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When DISC NUMBER {DISC 1 - DISC 6} Is pressed, the player
searches tor the specified disc and playback starts trom the
beginning of that disc.
NOTES:
e /f “no DISC” appears on the display, you have pressed the disc
number of a tray which does not contain a disc.
e During program playback, Disc Search cannot be carried out.
Track search - To search for a particular track |
During playback or stop mode PD-M601 /PD-M551 only |
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When >> PP i is pressed once or a number of times, playback
advances to the beginning of a track located after the track being
played. The position of the located track corresponds to the
number of times the button is pressed.
Vhen kd <4 is pressed once, playback returns to the beginning
of the track being played. When this button is pressed more than
once, playback is returned to a track located before the track being
played.
eo When bP Pi or Kd #4 is Operated in pause mode or stop
mode press & to start playback.
NOTES:
e During program playback, the ®® PPI button or Kd << button
can be used to select the programmed track.
e During normal playback, Track Search can be carried out on one
disc only.
Manual search - To search for a particular
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During playback or pause mode
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While >> bP is kept pressed, playback rapidly advances toward
the end of the disc. When playback reaches the end of the disc,
the player enters pause mode and “END” is displayed. While
Kid <q is Kept pressed, playback rapidly reverses toward the
beginning of the disc.
When the desired passage is reached, release >» №2 or Kid
4, he player enters original mode (playback or pause) where
Pp» Prior Kid <4 is released.
NOTES:
e During normal playback, Manual Search can be carried out on
one disc only.
e During program playback, Manual Search can be carried out in
one program step only.
| То repeat playback (repeat play) | | _ |
REPEAT
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To repeatedly play the displayed track, press REPEAT once. The
REPEAT-1 indicator lights. The REPEAT button can be pressed in
any piayback mode.
To repeatedly play all tracks on all of the discs in normal playback
mode or in the specified playback mode (Program playback,
Delete program playback or Random playback), press REPEAT
twice. The REPEAT indicator lights.
e To exit repeat mode, press REPEAT so that the REPEAT-1 or
REPEAT indicator goes off.
e When the time fade edit operation is performed, the repeat
playback cannot be carried out.
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VARIOUS OPERATIONS
| Random playback - To play all tracks in
random order
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Press RANDOM PLAY. The RANDOM indicator lights and ail tracks
on all discs are played in a random order.
To play tracks other than the deleted tracks in a random order,
press RANDOM PLAY after carrying out the Delete Program
procedure. See “Delete Program Playback” on page 12.
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| Magazine Hi- Lite Scan
During stop mode
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When HI-LITE SCAN is pressed once during stop mode, playback
starts from a point 1 minute after the beginning of the first track, and
the first track of each disc is played for about 10 seconds. The DISC
SCAN indicator blinks during Disc Scan mode. After the first tracks
of all discs are scanned, the player enters stop mode.
When HI-LITE SCAN is pressed twice during stop mode, playback
Starts from a point 1 minute after the beginning of the track, and each
track Is played for about 10 seconds. The SCAN indicator blinks during
Track Scan mode. After all tracks of all discs are scanned, the player
enters stop mode.
To exit Magazine Hi-Lite Scan mode
Press IE, & or Disc number (DISC1 -DISC6}. When is pressed, normal
playback starts from the current point. When DISC1-DISC 6 is
pressed, the selected disc is played from the beginning.
NOTES:
e Hi-Lite Scan can be carried out from the desired elapsed time of
the track. During playback, press HI-LITE SCAN at the point you
want to start Hi-Lite Scan playback. The player memorizes the
minute and second of the point and Track Scan playback is carried
out from the memorized minute and second on each track.
e Eachtime HI-LITE SCAN ts pressed, the mode switches between
Disc Scan and Track Scan,
e Programming of only desired tracks is possible during Track Scan
playback. See “Direct program’ on page 11.
e During Track Scan playback, you can skip to the desired track with
4d «¿A or Pp PP}.
@ When REPEAT is pressed, Hi-Lite Scan playback will be repeated.
When playback time of a track is less than one minute or is shorter
than memorized time, Hi-Lite Scan playback is carried out from the
beginning of the track for about 10 seconds.
When playback time of a track is less than 10 seconds, the track
is played trom the beginning to the end.
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| Adjusting the sound volume
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| OUTPUT EEES
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Press OUTPUT LEVEL “—" or “+” to adjust the output level. The
output level can be tél befuhr O dB and -25 dB ın steps of
1 dB.
e The output level at the OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack will be
adjusted simultaneously (PD-M601 only).
| ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller)
When the difference of recording level between discs is noticeable,
the volume level should be adjusted for each disc, especially during
program playback or random playback whose tracks are selected
between 2 discs or more. In such cases, pressing ADLC automatically
sets the output level to the proper level. When ADLC is turned on,
the ADLC indicator lights.
e foturnoffADLC, press ADLC so that the ADLC indicator goes off.
© VWith some selections, sound becomes unnatural. In such cases,
turn off ADLC.
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ADLC
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NOTES (PD-M601/PD-M551 only):
e lhe setting of the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons are canceled when
ADLC is turned on.
@ When ADLC Is turned on, the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons cannot be
opera ted.
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Some functions cannot be carried out depending on the connection
Function Whenthe AC power When the AC power
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Program memory Yes No
Delete program | Yes ‚ №
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| Outputlevelmemory | Yes | No
For details, refer to the description of each function of this Operating
Instructions.
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Programming a pause
Inserting a pause in your program can be.very useful when carrying
out recording. Press Il instead of entering a track number. “PA”
appears on the display panel.
e For example, when recording on both sides of a cassette tape,
if you program a pause after the last track to be recorded on
the first side, program playback will pause at that point to allow
you to switch tape sides. lo resume program playback after the
player enters pause mode, press И.
Notes:
@ A pause can be programmed only when the program procedure
is performed under stop mode.
e À pause cannot be programmed at the beginning of a program
(P-0T), nor can two pauses cannot be programmed one after
the other.
@ A pause inserted in a program is counted as one step.
e if a pause is programmed as the last step of a program, the
player will not enter the pause mode.
Program playback - To program tracks/discs
(in desired order
1 During stop mode, press the PROGRAM button.
The PROGRAM indicator lights and "DISC?" appears on the
display.
2 Press the Disc number button which contains the
track to be programmed.
“AL” {all tracks) appears and then the display shows "ТВАСК?".
To program entire discs, enter the desired disc numbers with
the Disc number buttons and go to step 4.
3 Press kd << or BP PP button so that the desired
track No. appears on the display and press the
PROGRAM button.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.
Press №».
The tracks are played in the programmed order. When all
programmed tracks have been played, the player enters stop
mode.
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МОТЕ:
When the track is selected with ta «44d or »>» PP! in step 3, the
aisplayed track No. is automatically programmediftid or» »p]
is not pressed within 2 seconds. Therefore, be sure to press td «44
ОГ >» PPI sequentially until the desired track No. appears on the
display.
To stop Program playback:
Press I.
To exit program mode:
During program playback, select a disc No. with the disc number
button and then press ®. [he player enters normal playback mode
and playback starts from the beginning of the selected disc.
e Programs containing up to 32 steps can be created.
e logo to the previous or next step in a program, press Hial +4
ОГ >» №».
® Each time a track is programmed, the display will show the
programmed number.
e If the magazine is in the player, the program contents will not
be erased even if the power is turned off.
NOTE:
During Delete programming or Time fade editing the Program button
cannot be operated.
Direct Program
During normal playback or Magazine Hi-Lite Scan playback, the track
being played can be programmed.
1. Press the PROGRAM button to enter the program mode.
2. To search for a desired track during normal playback, it is possible
to skip to succeeding tracks by pressing Kd <q of DR PP}
button. Also, Magazine Hi-Lite Scan function can be used to move
from track to track through the disc.
3. If you wish to program the track currently playing, press the
PROGRAM button while the track Is playing.
e Direct programming ts not possible during program playback.
To check the program contents (PD-M601/PD-M551 only)
During program mode, set the player to stop mode and press
CHECK on the remote control unit. The program contents will be
displayed in the programmed order.
e E confirming the last program step, the display will show
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TO PLAY ONLY DESIRED TRACKS/DISCS
To erase a program (PD-M601/PD-M551 only}
During program mode, press CLEAR on the remote control unit.
The last program step is erased and the contents of the previous
program step are displayed.
NOTE:
Contents of a program can be erased during playback as well.
However, tracks preceding the currently playing track cannot be
erased in this way.
To clear all of the program contents
(А During stop mode, press M.
When the magazine is ejected, the program contents will be
cleared,
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To modify the program contents (PD-M601/PD-M551
only)
1. During program mode, set the player to stop mode ana
press CHECK on the remote control unit so that the
program step to be corrected appears on the display.
2. Enter the new disc No. with the disc number buttons and
then press k@< <4 or BR №1 50 {Па{ the the new track
No. appears on the display.
3. Press PROGRAM.
e Repeat steps 1 through 3 to change other tracks as desired.
| Delete program playback - To delete
- undesired tracks/discs
1 During stop mode, press DELETE.
The DELETE indicator lights and "DISC?" appears on the display.
2 Press the Disc number button which contains the
track to be deleted.
"AL?" (all tracks) appears and then the display shows "TRACK?”.
To delete entire discs, enter the desired disc numbers with the
Disc number buttons and go to step 4.
3 Press kid <4 or PP »» button so that the track No.
to be deleted appears on the display and press DELETE.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to delete other tracks.
Press».
Alltracks other than deleted tracks/discs are played in the order
of the disc and track numbers. When tracks have been played,
the player enters stop mode.
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NOTE:
When the track is selected with Kd << or B® PPI in step 3, the
displayed track No. is automatically programmed If Ké< << OF >> PP]
is not pressed within 2 seconds. Therefore, be sure to press td «a
ОГ Э>»> PPI sequentially until the desired track No. appears on the
display.
To stop Delete program playback:
Press HH.
e Tracks to be deleted should be selected between track No. 1 and
track No. 32.
e if the magazine is in the player, the Delete Program contents will
not be erased even if the power is turned off.
NOTE:
If the Program procedure has been performed, Delete programming
cannot be carried out.
To clear all of the delete program contents
(А During stop mode, press I.
(8) When the magazine is ejected, the program contents will be
cleared.
© Press CLEAR on the remote control unit during stop mode or
play mode. When CLEAR is pressed during Delete Program
playback mode, the player enters normal playback mode. (PD-
M601/PD-M551 only)
PD-M601
*: PD-M551 only
Compu program editing (Computer allocated
program editing)
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Tracks are selected for both sides of the tape.
1 During stop mode, press COMPU PGM EDIT.
The COMPU indicator lights and "DISC?" appears on the display.
2 Select the disc No. with the Disc number button.
"TIME?" appears on the display.
Press Ht@ << or >> »>»>150 that the desired playing
time appears on the display and press COMPU PGM
EDIT.
Each time > PI orld <4 is pressed, the time will be changed
in the following sequence:
46 €» 54 mu 60 4 74 90
Unit: min.
With >> 1, the time will be changed in the forward direction.
Witn 4 44, ine time will be changed in the reverse direction.
The displayed time is memorized. The player now programs the
tracks for the first side of the tape within half the selected playing
time, programs a pause, and then programs the tracks for the
second side of the tape within half the selected playing time. After
the programming is completed, the display shows all of the
programmed tracks and their playing time in the programmed
order.
Example: When editing disc number 1 and the tape playing time 46
minutes Is selected.
e Ihe programmed contents are displayed in the programmed
order.
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NOTES:
@ When the time is selected with <<< of > m1 in step 3, the
displayed time is automatically memorized if 44 OF >> PP
is not pressed within 3 seconds.
Up to 24 steps can be programmed.
With discs containing 24 tracks or more, programming may not
be correctly performed.
eo /f the selected time is too short for any track to be programmed,
programming cannot be performed.
e /f the magazine is in the player, the contents of the Compu
program editing will not be erased even if the power is turned off
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CONVENIENT OPERATION FOR RECORDING
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| Time fade editing
Tracks are selected within the specified time and playback pauses
with a fade-out.
1 During stop mode, press TIME FADE EDIT.
The FADE indicator lights and "DISC?" appears on the display.
Select the disc No. with the Disc number button.
"TIME?" appears on the display.
3 Press ki << or PP PPI so that the desired playing
time appears on the display and press TIME FADE
EDIT.
Each time > PPI or Kd <8 is pressed, the time will be changed
in the following sequence:
2
23 + 27 & 30 @& 37 + 45
Unit: min.
With >> »»i, the time will be changed in the forward direction.
With 44 4, the time will be changed in the reverse direction.
The displayed time is memorized. The player now programs the
tracks within the selected playing time.
NOTES:
e When the time is selected with dd 44 or» PPI iN Step 3, the
displayed time is automatically memorized ¡frad «ad or b» >»!
is not pressed within 3 seconds.
e If Random playback, Track Search, Disc Search or Magazine Hi-
Lite Scan is done during Time Fade Editing play, Time Fade
Editing will be cleared.
eo Ifa tape playing time beyond the total playing time is selected,
the player cancels the Time Fade Edit mode and enters stop
mode after the specified disc is played.
e During Time Fade operation, programming for Program Playback/
Delete Program Playback cannot be carried out.
e If the magazine is in the player, the contents of the Time Fade
Editing will not be erased even if the power is turned off.
One-touch fade
Playback can be started from the desired point with a tadean ana
stopped at the desired point with a fade-out.
e The One-touch Fade function can be carried outin Normal playback,
Program playback/Delete Program playback, Random playback or
Magazine Hi-Lite Scan mode.
Set the player to the desired playback mode, and then perform
the following procedure.
(A) During pause mode, press AUTO FADER. The FADER indicator
flashes and playback starts with a fade-in.
During playback, press AUTO FADER. The FADER indicator
flashes and playback pauses with a fade-out.
| TROUBLESHOOTING
Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check
the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being
used,
lf the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your
dealer to carry out repair work.
unit.
Symptom Probable cause Remedy
Magazine is not expelled when | e Power plug !s disconnected from outlet. Connect plug to amplifier or wall outlet. |
EJECT button is pressed.
When playback is started, It stops | @ Disc is loaded upside down. | Load the disc correctly with the label side
| immediately. DOWN. |
| Pauses or stops during playback. e —Smudges, etc., on the disc. Clean the smudges from the disc and then |
| play it again.
No sound e Output cords are connected incorrectly or | Connect properly.
loosely.
e Incorrect operation of stereo amplifier. Check the settings of amplifier switches and |
sound volume controls.
| @ Pin plugs and/or amplifier terminals are dirty. Clean away dirt.
¡ e Player is in pause mode. | e Press the »- button.
Sound is distorted, noise is output. | @ Incorrect connections. Connect to amplitier's AUX or CD terminals. |
Do not connect to PHONO terminals. |
| e Pin plugs and/or amplifier terminals are dirty. | Clean away dirt. |
| e interference is being picked up from a IV set. | Switch OFF TV set, or move player away from
| TV set.
With certain discs, loud noise is | e Disc has bad scratch or warp. Replace the disc.
produced, or play stops. e Disc is extremely dirty. Clean disc.
| The picture of the IV screen is | @ Interference is being picked up trom the CD | Turn off POWER of the player, or move the
fluctuating or FM broadcast has player. player away from TV or tuner.
| noise interference. |
| Remote control will not function. | e Dead batteries. Replace batteries.
(PD-M601/PD-M551 only) | @ foo far from player or wrong angle. The distance between remote control unit and
| player should be no more than about 7 meters
(23 feet).
Tne operational angle against the front panel
is within 30° from right or left end of player. |
| e Obstruction between player and remote control Relocate remote control unit or remove |
obstruction.
Abnormal functioning of this unit may be caused by lightning, static
electricity, orother externalinterference. Torestore normal operation,
turn the power off and then on again, or unplug the AC power cord and
then plug it in again.
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