If, however, you have a Sony CD changer with VIDEO OUT jacks, set the command mode to “CD 2” and connect the changer to the VIDEO 2 jacks on the amplifier (receiver).
ConnectionsYou can connect up to 10 CONTROL A1II 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
Amplifier CD MD Tape Other
(Reciever) player deck deck components
In the CONTROL A1II 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 A1II jack, you can use either one, or connect different components to each jack.
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
amonaural
The input selector on the receiver automatically switches to the correct input when you press the play button on one of the connected components (Auto input selection).
The CONTROL A1II 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.
Note
When recording, do not play any components other than the recording source. It will cause the automatic input selection to operate.