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.
Jacks and connection examples
CONTROL A1
CONTROL A1 | CD player |
MD deck
On CONTROL A1 jacks and connections
It is possible to make connections between CONTROL A1 and CONTROL A1II 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
Basic Functions
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.
Automatic function selection
When you connect a CONTROL A1II compatible Sony amplifier (or receiver) to other Sony components using monaural mini- plug cords, the function selector on the amplifier (or receiver) automatically switches to the correct input when you press the play button on one of the connected components.
Notes
•You must connect a CONTROL A1 compatible amplifier (receiver) using a monaural
•This function only works when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of the function buttons. In this case, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the receiver.
•When recording, do not play any components other than the recording source. It will cause the automatic function selection to operate.
Synchronized recording
This function lets you conduct synchronized recording between the selected source and recorder components.
1 Set the function selector on the amplifier (or receiver) to the source component.
2 Set the source component to pause mode (make sure both the N and X indicators light together).
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4 Press PAUSE on the recorder component.
The source component is released from the pause mode, and recording begins shortly thereafter.
When playback ends from the source component, recording stops.
Notes
•Do not set more than one component to the pause mode.
•Certain recorder components may be equipped with a special synchronized recording function that uses the CONTROL A1II Control System, such as “CD Synchro Dubbing”. In this case, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the recorder component.
Operations Other