Rear panel

Important: Before making or changing any rear panel connections, make sure that all the components are switched off and unplugged from the power supply.

2 Connecting Up

Connect to the OPTICAL OUT or COAXIAL OUT of a CD, MiniDisc, DAT or other digital equipment for digital recording.

Connect to the TAPE/MD/ CD-R LINE IN/OUT jacks of your amplifier or receiver.

OPTICAL

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL

LINE

CONTROL

COAXIAL

IN

 

 

 

 

REC

PLAY

 

 

 

 

COAXIAL

 

IN

OUT

 

 

 

L

 

 

DIGITAL

 

IN

 

 

 

 

OPTICAL

OUT

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

After completing all other connections, connect the power cord and plug into a standard AC wall outlet.

AC IN

Connect to the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN of a CD-R, MiniDisc or DAT recorder, or other digital recording device to be able to record from this unit.

Connect to the CONTROL OUT of a Pioneer amplifer or receiver to be able to use the amp/receiver's remote control with this unit.

Connecting optical cords

 

Before plugging in an optical cord, pull

OPTICAL

out the protective cover from the

optical jack.

 

Optical interconnects only plug in one way, so make sure the plug is correctly lined up with the jack before inserting. You should hear it click into position when fully inserted.

Avoid using optical interconnects longer than 3 meters. Optical interconnects are available from any good audio dealer.

Connecting coaxial cords

 

Use a regular interconnect with a pin-

COAXIAL

type (also called RCA or phono) plug

on each end to connect components

 

 

with digital coaxial-type jacks. These

 

are available from any good audio

 

dealer. Make sure that the plug is

 

pushed fully home.

Connecting stereo audio cords

The two sets of stereo audio cords supplied connect this unit to your amplifier/receiver’s analog line

LINE

inputs/outputs. Be sure to fully insert

 

 

each plug for the best connection.

 

The plugs and jacks are color-coded

 

to make connection easier.

Connecting the control cord

Use a stereo miniplug cord (not supplied) to connect the CONTROL OUT of your Pioneer amplifier or receiver to the CONTROL IN of this unit. If you plan to use this feature, you must also connect the analog audio LINE IN/OUTs.

Plugging in

After double-checking all the connections, connect the power cord to this unit and plug the other end into a standard wall outlet.

Congratulations! You’re done setting up.

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Pioneer PDR-W739 Rear panel, Connecting optical cords, Connecting coaxial cords, Connecting stereo audio cords, Plugging

PDR-W739 specifications

The Pioneer PDR-W739 is a versatile CD recorder that exemplifies the blend of high-quality audio performance and user-friendly features. It was designed to meet the needs of audiophiles and casual listeners alike, providing an excellent solution for recording and playing CDs.

One of the most notable features of the PDR-W739 is its ability to record music from a variety of sources. Featuring both analog and digital inputs, the device allows users to connect to other audio equipment, such as turntables and CD players, facilitating a seamless recording process. The PDR-W739 supports several recording formats, including CD-R and CD-RW, allowing users the flexibility to create permanent copies of their favorite albums or to edit and overwrite tracks as needed.

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Another key characteristic of the PDR-W739 is its ease of use. The front panel is intuitively designed, featuring an easy-to-navigate LCD display that provides useful information, such as track numbers, time remaining, and recording levels. The device also includes an automatic track division feature, which detects silence and creates separate tracks, making it effortless to compile personalized CDs.

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