Pioneer Features of the PDR-609 CD recorder, Using this manual, Hints on installation

Features of the PDR-609 CD recorder

Create your own audio CDs

At last, there's a convenient and affordable way to make your own audio CDs. Create your own original recordings, or put together compilations of your favorite tracks from your existing CDs. Other uses include making high-quality recordings from radio or satellite broadcasts, and making personal copies of CDs, MDs, etc. to keep in the car, keeping the originals safe at home. The CD text feature of the PDR-609 allows you put text information on your recordings to easily identify and select from the contents.

Make digital recordings from any source

The PDR-609 can accept digital input via optical or coaxial cable, meaning that you can connect it to almost any other digital audio component. Also, thanks to the built in sampling rate converter, you can make direct digital recordings from satellite (usually 32kHz), DCC and DAT (up to 48kHz), as well as CD and MD (both 44.1kHz). A sampling rate converter ‘through’ feature (for 44.1kHz sources only) enables you to record HDCD and DTS encoded CDs too. Analog sources are also catered for with the analog line inputs, suitable for connection to standard audio components such as cassette decks and turntables.

Use both ordinary recordable CDs and rewritable CDs

Ordinary recordable CDs (CD-R) can be recorded on just once, but the relatively cheap cost of blank discs and the ability to play the recorded discs on any ordinary CD player* make them ideal for many applications. Compact Disc Rewritable, or CD-RW, is a more recent type of recordable CD that allows erasing and re-recording of the disc. Although the blank discs are more expensive, this ability to use the discs over and over gives them the edge in terms of flexibility over CD-R**.

*While most CD players should have no problems with

CD-R discs, if the laser pickup is dirty (from prolonged exposure to tobacco smoke, for example), the player may not be able to read some CD-R discs.

**At the time of writing, most ordinary CD players cannot play CD-RW discs. Check in the instructions that came with the player for compatibility.

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Checking whatÕs in the box

Make sure that you’ve received the following supplied accessories with your PDR–609 CD Recorder:

1Two sets of audio cords 3 Two ‘AA’ size R6P batteries

2 AC power cord 4 Remote control unit

•Also included in the box is your warranty card and this instruction manual.

Using this manual

This manual is for the PDR–609 CD Recorder. It is split into two sections: the first shows how to set up the CD recorder; the second takes you through each stage of operation. Set up, which starts here, shows you how to get your new CD recorder up and running with the rest of your stereo system.

In the second section of the manual, starting on page16, you’ll learn how to use the various features of the recorder. The final part of the manual provides reference information on display messages you might encounter during use, a troubleshooting section, and technical specifications.

Hints on installation

We want you to enjoy using the PDR–609 for years to come, so please bear in mind the following points when choosing a suitable location for it:

Do...

✔Use in a well-ventilated room.

✔Place on a solid, flat, level surface, such as a table, shelf or stereo rack.

DonÕt...

✘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 player will be exposed to direct sunlight.

✘Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment.

✘Place directly on top of an amplifier, or other component in your stereo system that becomes hot in use.

✘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 player may be exposed to smoke or steam.

✘Place on an unstable surface, or one that is not large enough to support all four of the unit’s feet.

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