Getting Started

Unpacking

Check that you received the following items:Audio connecting cords (2)Remote commander (remote) RM-J903 (1)*Sony size AA (R6) batteries (2)**not supplied with the U.S.A. and Canadian models

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two size-AA (R6) batteries, matching the + and – on the batteries with the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote control sensor gon the tape deck.

Hooking Up the System

This section describes how to hook up the tape deck to an amplifier. Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making the connections.

TC-WA9ES
to LINE IN

to LINE OUT

to an AC outlet (or a switched outlet on the amplifier for using a timer)

to REC OUT

to TAPE IN

Amplifierto awall outlet

Hookups

Be sure to match the color-coded cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Red (right) to Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.

Connect the tape deck to the amplifier as shown below.
Tape deck

 

Amplifier

 

 

 

LINE

 

TAPE

 

IN OUT

 

REC OUT

IN

L

L

L

L

R

R

R

R

: Signal flow

 

Connecting the tape deck to a Sony amplifier or a receiver through CONTROL S connectors (U.S.A. and Canadian models only)

Connect the components through the CONTROL S connectors using a CONTROL S cable (not supplied). When using this connection, the deck accepts only remote commands from the amplifier or receiver. The remote control sensor on the tape deck will not function.

Tape deck

Amplifier/receiver

CONTROL S

CONTROL S

IN

OUT

 

 

CONTROL S cable

 

(not supplied)

: Signal flow

 

Note

For more information on the availability of Sony amplifier or receiver with a CONTROL S connector, contact your nearest Sony dealer.

Operations Basic

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