Sony STR-DE975 Operating Instructions Manual page 53

CONTROL Al
II
Control System
This section explains the basic functions of the
CONTROL Al II Control System. Certain components
have special functions, like "CD Synchro Dubbing" on
cassette de+, that require CONTROL Al II
connections. For detailed information regarding
specific operations, be sure to also refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with your
component(s).
The CONTROL Al II Control System was designed to
simplify the operation of audio systems composed of
separate Sony components. CONTROL Al
II
connections
provide a path for the transmission of control signals
which enable automatic operation and control features
usually associated with integrated systems.
Currently, CONTROL Al II connections between a Sony
CD player, amplifier (receiver), MD deck and cassette
deck provide automatic function selection and
synchronized recording.
In the future the CONTROL Al II connection will work as
a multifunction bus allowing you to control various
functions for each component.
Notes
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The CONTROL Al11 Control System is designed to maintain
upward compatibility as the Control System is upgraded to
handle new functions. In this case, however, older components
will not be compatible with the new functions.
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Do not operate a 2 way remote control unit when the
CONTROL Al II jacks are connected via a PC interface kit to a
personal computer running "MD Editor" or similar application.
Also, do not operate the connected component in a manner
contrary to the functions of the application, as this may cause
the application to operate incorrectly.
CONTROL Al II and CONTROL Al compatibility
The CONTROL Al control system has been updated to the
CONTROL Al II which is the standard system in the SONY
300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components.
Components with CONTROL Al jacks are compatible with
components with CONTROLAlII, and can be connected to
each other. Basically, the majority of the functions available
with the CONTROL Al control system will be available with
the CONTROL Al II control system.
However, when making connections between components
with CONTROL Al jacks and components with CONTROL
Al11 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).
Connect monaural (2P) mini-plug cords in series to the
CONTROL AlII jacks on the back of each component. You
can connect up to ten CONTROL Al II 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
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Amplifier CD
MD Tape Other
(Receiver) player deck deck component
In the CONTROL Al II 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 Al II
jack, you can use either one, or connect different
components to each jack.
CD player
MD deck
On CONTROL Al jacks and connections
It is possible to make connections between CONTROL Al
and CONTROL Al II jacks. For details regarding
particular connections or setup options, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with the component(s).
About the connecting cord
Some CONTROL Al 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 (2P) mini-plug cord less than 2 meters long,
with no resistance (like the Sony RK-G69HG).
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