Sony STR-DE685 40GB, Connections, Basic Functions

CONTROL A1 control system (continued)

CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1 compatibility

The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the CONTROL A1 which is the standard system in the Sony 300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components. Components with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with CONTROL A1, and can be connected to each other. Basically, the majority of the functions available with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with the CONTROL A1 control system.

However, when making connections between components with CONTROL A1 jacks and components with CONTROL A1 jacks, the number of functions that can be controlled may be limited depending on the component. For detailed information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component(s).

Connections

Connect monaural mini-plug cords in series to the CONTROL A1 jacks on the back of each component. You can connect up to 10 CONTROL A1 compatible components in any order. However, you can connect only one of each type of component (i.e., 1 CD player, 1 MD deck, 1 tape deck and 1 receiver).

(You may be able to connect more than one CD player or MD deck, depending on the model. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the respective component for details.)

Example

In the CONTROL A1 control system, the control signals flow both ways, so there is no distinction of IN and OUT jacks. If a component has more than one CONTROL A1 jack, you can use either one, or connect different components to each jack.

Jacks and connection examples

CONTROL A1

CD player

MD deck

On CONTROL A1 jacks and connections

It is possible to make connections between CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1 jacks. For details regarding particular connections or set up options, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component(s).

About the connecting cord

Some CONTROL A1 compatible components are supplied with a connecting cord as an accessory. In this case, use the connecting cord for your connection.

When using a commercially available cord, use a monaural mini-plug cord less than 2 meters long, with no resistance (such as the Sony RK-G69HG).

Amplifier	CD	MD	Tape	Other
(Receiver)	player	deck	deck	component

Basic Functions

The CONTROL A1 functions will operate as long as the component you want to operate is turned on, even if all of the other connected components are not turned on.