Pioneer Elite SX-A9-J Operating Instructions Manual
Pioneer Elite SX-A9-J Operating Instructions Manual

Pioneer Elite SX-A9-J Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    • Receive free tips, updates and service bulletins on your new product • Improve product development Your input helps us continue to design products that meet your needs. • Receive a free Pioneer newsletter Registered customers can opt in to receive a monthly newsletter. Operating Instructions Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...
  • Page 2 Location: rear of the unit CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead, within The exclamation point within an equilateral CAUTION: an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC triangle is intended to alert the user to the the user to the presence of uninsulated SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR presence of important operating and...
  • Page 3 READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never push operating instructions should be read before the • If this product is equipped with a polarized objects of any kind into this product through product is operated.
  • Page 4 Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it C67-7-3_En damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. S002_En " Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 6: Before You Start

    Before you start Chapter 1: Before you start • XM Radio ready The XM Radio terminal on this receiver Features provides a quick and easy connection to XM Radio, the leading provier of satellite radio • Quick response power supply circuit service in the United States.
  • Page 7: Inserting The Battery

    Before you start Inserting the battery • Lithium batteries may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not Insert the lithium battery (CR2025) into the disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or remote control as shown below. The battery incinerate.
  • Page 8: Connecting Up

    Connecting up Chapter 2: Connecting up Making cable connections Connecting audio components Make sure not to bend the cables over the top The number and kind of connections depends of this unit (as shown in the illustration). If this on the kind of component you’re connecting. happens, the magnetic field produced by the Follow the steps below to connect a CD player, transformers in this unit may cause a...
  • Page 9: Connecting Antennas

    Connecting up • Connect any other components (such as Connecting antennas an iPod dock or a portable audio player) to the AUX inputs in the same way. Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception Connect the analog outputs of your tape and sound quality, connect external antennas deck (or other recorder) to the TAPE inputs...
  • Page 10: Using External Antennas

    Connecting up Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in a direction giving the best reception. Connecting the speakers Connect the FM wire antenna in the same Make sure you connect the speaker on the way as the AM loop antenna. right to the right terminal and the speaker on For best results, extend the FM antenna fully the left to the left terminal.
  • Page 11: Plugging In

    Connecting up To connect a terminal, unscrew the terminal a few turns until there is enough space to insert the exposed wire (fig. B). Once the wire is in position, tighten the terminal until the wire is firmly clamped (fig. C). fig.
  • Page 12: Controls And Displays

    Controls and displays Chapter 3: Controls and displays Front panel STEREO RECEIVER INPUT SELECTOR VOLUME POWER STANDBY DIRECT PHONES POWER OFF ON STANDBY indicator Character display (page 14) DIRECT Press to switch the Direct listening feature on or off (page 15). INPUT SELECTOR dial Selects an input source.
  • Page 13: Remote Control

    Controls and displays DIRECT Press to access Direct listening (page 15). Remote control VOLUME +/– Use to set the listening volume. DIMMER 10 MUTE Mutes/unmutes the sound. TAPE PHONO TUNER 11 Tuner and XM Radio controls AUX1 AUX2 DISPLAY (XM Radio only) – Switches S.RETRIEVER between named station presets and radio DIRECT...
  • Page 14: Display

    Controls and displays • Remote controllers for different devices XM – Lights when XM radio broadcasts are can interfere with each other. Avoid using received. remotes for other equipment located close Character display to this unit. Displays various system information. •...
  • Page 15: Listening To Your System

    Listening to your system Chapter 4: Listening to your system Press TONE/BAL to select the option you want, then use the L/– and R/+ buttons to Using Direct listening adjust as necessary. Use the Direct listening feature when you want •...
  • Page 16: Making An Audio Recording

    Listening to your system Making an audio recording You can make an audio recording from any audio source connected to the receiver. Select the source you want to record. Use the input select buttons (INPUT SELECTOR). Prepare the source you want to record. Tune to the radio station, load the CD, set up the turntable, etc.
  • Page 17: Using The Tuner

    Using the tuner Chapter 5: Using the tuner Press CLASS to select one of the three classes then press ST +/– to select the station Listening to the radio preset you want. The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts.
  • Page 18 Using the tuner Press CLASS to select the class in which the station is stored. Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A, B and C. Press ST +/– to select the station preset you want. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
  • Page 19: Other Connections

    Other connections Chapter 6: Other connections Connect an XM Radio Connect-and-Play™ antenna to the XM Radio jack on the rear of Using XM Radio this receiver. XM is the leading provider of satellite radio in You will also need to activate the XM Radio the United States.
  • Page 20: Saving Channel Presets

    Other connections Use the / buttons to select a channel • Press CLASS to select the class in which then press ENTER to listen to the XM radio the channel is stored. broadcast. Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A, B •...
  • Page 21: Using The Usb Interface

    Other connections If you’re connecting for the first time, wait for the USB driver installation to finish. Using the USB interface The installation may take a minute or two to It is possible to listen to two channels of audio complete.
  • Page 22: Connecting An Additional Amplifier

    • Pioneer is not responsible for computer • Before making or changing the system damage, software crashes or connections, switch off the power and...
  • Page 23: Connecting An Ir Receiver

    • If you want to link a Pioneer component to the IR receiver, see Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor below to connect to the CONTROL jacks instead of the IR OUT jack.
  • Page 24: Switching Components On And Off Using The 12 Volt Trigger

    Other connections Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger You can connect components in your system to this receiver through a 12 volt trigger. If you turn the power to a connected component on, the power to this receiver is also turned on. This receiver will not turn on if you turn a connected component off while this receiver is currently off.
  • Page 25: Additional Information

    Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
  • Page 26: Xm Radio Messages

    Additional information Problem Remedy Can’t operate the remote • Replace the battery (refer to page 7). control. • Operate within 7 m (23 ft.), 30° of the remote sensor on the front panel (refer to page 13). • Remove the obstacle or operate from another position. •...
  • Page 27: Cleaning The Unit

    Additional information Audio section • AM Tuner Section Frequency Range ..530 kHz to 1700 kHz • Input (Sensitivity/Impedance) Sensitivity (IHF, Loop antenna) ..350 µV/m Ω...
  • Page 28 Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Independent Service Company, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, service manuals, or accessories, please call the number shown below.

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