Pioneer PD-F19PD-F27 Important Notice, Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or Moisture

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO

IMPORTANT NOTICE

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

IMPORTANT

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

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before 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

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

ÖIf 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.

ÖIf 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.

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:

ÖWhen the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

ÖIf liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

ÖIf the product has been exposed to rain or water.

ÖIf 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.

ÖIf the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

ÖWhen 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

WIRE

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.

 

GROUND

 

 

CLAMP

ANTENNA

 

 

 

 

DISCHARGE UNIT

 

 

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

 

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

SERVICE

 

EQUIPMENT

 

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

 

 

GROUND CLAMPS

Fig. A

 

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

 

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

 

 

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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CAUTION

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

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

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Contents PD-F27 Important Notice Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or MoistureContents Before YOU USE the Player HERE’S What YOU can doCD lens cleaner Precautions regarding installationCleaning the player Cleaning and handling compact discsMaking connections Connecting to the Digital OUT JackConnections CDDeck synchro functionConnecting a keyboard Connecting another PD-F27Display Names of PartsFront Panel Stop buttonNames of Parts Remote Control UnitRemote Control Operations Loading discs into the rack To remove the discsTo listen in order from the first track To select a play modeBasic Operations To select the disc and trackTo start playback from a specific disc Playing a disc that is not loaded in the rackTo play a track you want to hear Opening or closing the hood during playbackTIME/CHARA Mode ClearVarious Operations ModeVarious Operations To repeat playback Repeat playTo store your favorite tracks Best play Best RepeatPrevious To playback tracks/discs at random Random playVarious Operations Random To program tracks/discs in a desired order Program play Various Operations ClearDisc all program Programming a pause remote control only Pause programTo cancel a program step To erase a programVarious Operations TIME/CHARA HI-LITE To scan quickly through tracks on a disc HI-LITE scanTo use the TIME/CHARA button TITLE/INPUT Title InputVarious Operations TIME/CHARA InputTIME/CHARA 8 TITLE/INPUT Digit keys Enter TITLE/INPUT Cursor Input title of Custom groupsCorrecting a title that has already been input Clear TITLE/INPUTTITLE/DISPLAY Displaying titles or artist’s nameFinding the desired CD by the disc title or artist’s name TITLE/SEARCHSymptom Cause Remedy TroubleshootingSELF-DIAGNOSTICS Function Display on the unitPOWER-CORD Caution SpecificationsAccessories GeneralPage Operations Pioneer Corporation

PD-F19PD-F27 specifications

The Pioneer PD-F19 and PD-F27 are notable members of the Pioneer CD player lineup, well-regarded for their reliability and robust performance. These models are designed to cater to audiophiles who appreciate quality audio reproduction and user-friendly features.

The PD-F19 is recognized for its innovative Multi-CD carousel design, allowing users to load up to 6 CDs at once. This feature not only enhances convenience but also ensures that listeners can enjoy extended playback without interruption. The unit supports a variety of disc formats, including CD-DA, CD-R, and CD-RW, making it versatile for different music collections.

The PD-F27 takes this convenience a step further by integrating advanced digital processing technologies. It features a high-quality 1-bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter), which significantly reduces distortion and improves audio clarity. This technology ensures that the sound quality is crisp and detailed, allowing users to appreciate the nuances in their favorite tracks.

Both models include direct track access and programmable playback options, giving users greater control over their listening experience. The PD-F27 is equipped with a more sophisticated remote control, offering additional functionalities for ease of use. The inclusion of a large, informative display on both models provides essential information at a glance, such as track number, elapsed time, and remaining time.

Additional features of the PD-F27 include a seamless repeat function, which caters to those who want to listen to specific tracks or albums on loop. The anti-vibration chassis design is another critical characteristic that contributes to sound quality by minimizing unwanted resonances and enhancing playback stability.

In terms of connectivity, both models come with analog outputs, allowing users to connect to a variety of audio systems easily. The PD-F27 may also offer digital outputs, enabling connection to external DACs and modern audio equipment, further enhancing versatility.

Overall, the Pioneer PD-F19 and PD-F27 CD players exemplify the brand's commitment to superior sound quality and user-centric design. With their unique features and robust performance, they remain valued choices for enthusiasts looking to enrich their audio experience.