MULTI-PLAY COMPACT DISC PLAYER

PD-M550PD-M455PD-M453PD-M450

DIGITAL AUDIO

PD-M455

PD-M450

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product,Please read through these operating instructions so youwill know how to operate your model properly. After youhave finished reading the instructions, put them away in asafe place for future reference.in some countries or regions, the shape of the power plugand power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown inthe explanatory drawings. However, the method ofconnecting and operating the unit is the same.

WARNING: To PREVENT FiRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DONOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT NOTICE[For U.S. and Canadian models]The serialnumber for this equipmentis located on the rear panel.Please write "_hlsserial number on your enclosedwarranty cardandkeep it in a securearea. This is for your security.

"This product complies with the Radio interference require-

ments of the EC (European Community)Directive 87/308/EEC."

THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND ]THEREFOREDOES NOTSEPARATETHE UNIT FROM MAINSPOWERINSTANDBY POSITION.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHOnly multi-voltage models are providKI with this switch.U.S., Canadian, European, U.K., and Australian modelsare not provided with this switch.Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127V and 220V only.Never use this model with 110V setting in Saudi Arbia.

The line voltage selector switch is located on the rear panelof this player. Before your player is shipped from the factory,the switch is set to the power requirements of the player'sdestination. Check that it is set properly before pluggingthe power cord into the outlet. If the voltage is not properlyset or if you move to an area where the voltage requirementsdiffer, adjust the selector switch as follows:• Use a medium-sized (flat blade) screwdriver. Insert the

tip of the screwdriver into the groove of the selectorswitch and turn it so that the power voltage making ofyour area points to the arrow.

PIONEER"The Art of Entertainment

VOLTAGE SE LECTOR

IMPORTANT 1

The lightning flash with arrowhead, withfn an equilateral

triangle, is intended to ater_ ttle user to the presence of

uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's

enclosur e tha_ may be of _u f ticient magnitude to constitute

a risk of electric shock to persons

CAUTION

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE CDVER (DR BACK). NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TD

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the User to the presence of important

operating and mairltenan_te Iservicing) instructions in

the riterature accompanying the appliance

IMPORTANT 2

If the apparatus is fitted with AC mains power outlet(s),

see REAR PANEL FACILITIES for convenient

connection of additional Hi-Fi component(s). Make all

connections to the AC ougetls) and the signal terminals

first. Connect _he _lug to the wall socket last Imake

sure that the power switch is oft.I

FOR USE IN THE UNITED

KINGDOM

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

Due: Neutral

Browm Live

As the colours of the wires in tile mains lead of this

apparatus may not correspond with the coloured

marking identifying the terminals in your plog proceed

as f otIOWS:

The wire which is co,cured blue mus! he connected to

the terminal which [s marked with the letter N or

coloured black

The wire which is coloured crown must be connected

to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or

co_oured red,

DO not connect either wire to the earth terminal of a

three pin plucJ

Equipment sold in the U,K. is not supplied with a power

plug.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD INSTRUCTIONS - Ag the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the appliance is

Qperated,

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS -- The operating instructions

should be reIained for future reference.

HEED WARNING - All warnings on the appgance and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use in

structions should be followed,

WATER AND MOISTURE -- The appliance should not

be used near water for example, near a bathtub,

washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base-

ment, or near a swirnmlng pool, etc.

LOCATION - The appliance should be installed in a

stable location.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING - The appfiance

should not be mounted to a waft or ceiling

VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated SO

that its location or position does not interfere with

its proper ventgatlon. For example, the appliance

should not be situated on a bed, sofa, ru g, or simiiar

surface that may block the ventilation openmgs; or.

placed in a built in installation, such as a bookcase

or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through

the ventilation openings.

HEAT -- The appliance should be situated away from

heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other abptiances [including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

POWER SOURCES - The appliance should be con-

nected to a power supply only of the type go-

scribed in the operating instructions or as marked

en the appliance

POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords

should be routed so that they are not likely [o be

walked on or pinched by items placed upon or

against them Pay particular attention to cords at

plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the appliance

POLARIZATION - If your purchased product is pro _

vided with a polarized power plug, please read the

following instructions This product is equipped

with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug

having one blade wider than the other) This plug

will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a

safety feature if you are unable to insert the plug

fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug If the

plug shoulP still fall to fit, contact your electrician to

replace your obs(;lete outlet, Do not defeat the

safety purpose of the polarized plug

CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned only

with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never

dean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or

other volatile liquids since they may corrode the

cabinet

POWER LINES - An ou [door antenna should be located

away from power lines,

NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance

should be unplugged from the outlet when left un-

used for a long period of time

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken

so that obiects do not fall and liquids are not spilled

into the enclosure through openings

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance

should he se rviced by a Pioneer a uthorized service

center or quafified service personnel when:

• The power-supply cord or the plug has been dam-

aged.

• Objects have fallen, or fiquid has been spiged Lnto

(he appliance

• The appliance has been exposed to rain

• [heappliancedoesnotappeattooperatenormally

or exhibits a marked change in performance.

• The appliance has been d_oppe_ or the enclosure

damaged

SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service

the appliance beyond that described in [he opera-

ting instructions For all other servicing, conta¢I Ihe

nearest Pioneer authorized service center.

OUTDDDRANTENNA GROUNDING - if an outside an

tenna is connected to the antenna ter rT=inal, be sure

the antenna system is grounded so as to provide

some protection against voltage surges and built

up static charges.

In the US.A, section 810 of the National Electrical

Code, ANSI/NFPA No 70-1984, provides informa-

tion with respect to proper grounding of the mast

and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in

wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding

conductors, location of antenna discharge unk,

conneetlon tO grounding electrodes, and require-

ments for the grounding electrode See Fig A,

CART - An appfiance and cart combination should he

moved with care Quick stops, excessive force, and

uneven surfaces may cause the appfiance and cart

combination to overturn.

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

_" GROUND_

CLAMP

FIG. A

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LEAD IN

WIRE

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

INEC SECTION 810 20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

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POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

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[FOR EUROPEAN AND U.K. MODELS]

CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of higher class than1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any coversor attempt to gain access to the inside of the product.Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

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The following caution label appear on your player.'l

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Location: r_ar of the player

[FOR U.S. MODEL]CAUTION

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiationexposure,

• The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.ii

INFORMATION TO USER [FOR U.S. MODEL]

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency

energy and _f not installed and used propeay, that is, in

strict accordance with the manLJfacturer's instruot;ons,

may Cause interference to radio _tld t_ewsion r_'c_-

ti_n. It has heel1 Wpe {_sted and found to comply with

the limits fo_ a Class a computing clerics'in 'accordance

with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC

Rules. which are designed to provide reasonable pro-

tection against such interference in a _esidentia_ instal-

lation. However, there is no guarantee that interference

will not occur in a particular installation

If this equipment does cause interference to radio !_o

television feceptiOnr which can be determined by turfi-

ing the equipment off and _n, the user is encourllged o

try to c_vrect t_ inteHerence by one m mo_e of t

fOllOwing measu:es: I

• reorient the receiving antenna I/

• relocate this equipment with respect to the recelv_r

• move Ibis equipment away from the receiver

• plug this equipment into a different outlet so lh_atequ=pmen and receiver are on ddferet_ branch cir-

cuits

It necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an

experlenced radio/television technician for additional

suggestions. The user may find the following booklet

prepared by the Federa_ Communications Commission

helpful:

"'How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV interference

Problems"

This booklet is avagable from the US Government

Printing Office, Washington. 0 C, 204OZ. Stock No ,

004o000_003t_5-_,

The above it_struclions apply only to units which will

be Operated in the Umted States

[For Canadian model]This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out inthe Ra-

dio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication s. i.

POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug, Do not pull out the plug by tugging

the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as

this could cause e short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit,

a piece of furniiure, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Nevermake a knot in the cord or t_e it with other cords. The power cords

should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A

damaged Dower cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock.

Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, askyour nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a

replacement,

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I CONTENTS

CONFIRM SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................... 4PUT BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT .... 4CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING ................................ 5CONNECTIONS ................................................................. 6BEFORE OPERATING THE PLAYER .................................. 6NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS ............................... 8BASIC OPERATION .......................................................... 10

To play a compact disc ................................................... 10To stop playback and take out the magazine ................. 10Time display ................................................................... 11

VARIOUS OPERATIONS .................................................. 11Disc search - To search for a particular disc .................. 11Track search - To search for a particular track ............... 11Manual search - To search for a particular passage ....... 12To repeat playback (repeat play) .................................... 12Random playback - To play all tracks in random order ... 12Magazine Hi-Lite Scan ................................................... 12Adjusting the sound volume (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only) ............................................................... 13ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller) ..................... 13

TO PLAY ONLY DESIRED TRACKS/DISCS ...................... 14

Program playback - To program tracks/discsin desired order .............................................................. 14

Programming a pause .................................................... 15To clear all of the program contents .............................. 15To erase a program (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only) .............................................................. 15To check the program contents (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only) .............................................................. 15To modify the program contents (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only) .............................................................. 15Delete program playback - To delete undesiredtracks/discs .................................................................... 16To clear all of the delete program contents ................... 16

CONVENIENT OPERATION FOR RECORDING ............... 17

Compu program editing (Computer allocated programediting) ........................................................................... 17Time fade editing ........................................................... 18

TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 19SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ Back cover

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IPUTBATTERIESINTOTHEREMOTECONTROLUNIT(Pl -M550/PDM455iPD-M453only)

PD-M550

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PD-M455/_D-M453

% %Open the lid oi the battery compartmenton the rear of the remotecontrol unit, aind insert the batteries, taking care to align the (+)and ( - ) polarities correctly.

NOTE:

• In order to iprevent battery leakage, remove the batteries whennot using t_e remote control unit for an extended period (one

month or r_ore). In the event of battery leakage, carefully wipeaway any _attery fluid inside the compartment, and replace thebatteries _'th new ones.

• Do not allow books or other objects to rest on top of the re-mote control unit, since the buttons may be depressed, causing

faster exhaustion of the batteries.

Incorrect use of batteries may cause leakage or rupture.Always be f_ure to follow these guidelines:A. Always iinsert batteries into the battery compartment

correetl'_ matching the positive (_) and negative C)

polarities, as shown by the display inside thecompa_ment.

B. Never mix new and used batteries.C. Batteries of the same size may have different voltages,

dependipg on brand. Do not mix different brands of

batterie S.

CONFIRM SUPPLIEDACCESSORIES

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6-Compec_ Disc Magazine x 1(Called 6-disc magazine in the explanatory text.)NOTE: 'The supplied 6-disc magazine is for 12 cm discs only.

_) Output cord x 1

(_) Control cord x 1PD-M550/pD-M455/PD-M453(U.S. and Canadian models only: Not available with models formilitary zo#es (multi-voltage types))PD-M450 {all models)

(_) Remote cCntrol unit x 1 (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

(_) AAA/R03 dry cell batteries x 2 (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453only)

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I CAUTIONSREGARDINGHANDLING JI Location Cleanin_ ! discs J

• The pres_'nce of fingerprints or smudges on the surface of the

disc will r at directly affect the recorded signals, but dependingon the d _gree of contamination, the brightness of the lightreflected from the signal surfaces may be reduced, causingdegradat/_ ,n of sound quality. Always keep your discs clean bywiping th ,m gently with a soft cloth from the inner edge towardthe outer )eriphery.

• if a disc bffcomes very dirty, dip a soft cloth in water, end after

wringing itlout well, wipe the dirt away gently, and then removeany water _lrops with another soft, dry cloth,

m Do not use_record cleaning sprays or anti-statlc agents on discs•Also, neve I clean discs with benzene, thinner, or other volatilesolvents, slnce damage to the disc surface may result.

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• (Storing without using the 6-disc magazine)

• Discaarem_deofthesamekindsofplasticusedforconventionaianalog audilo records. 8e careful not to allow discs to warp;always starve discs in their cases vertically, avoiding locationswith high Neat or humidly, or extremely low temperatures•Avoid leavir_g discs in cars, since the seat of a car in direct

J sunlight can'I become unbelievably hot,• Always roed and abide by the precautionary notes listed on disc

labels.

Install the player in a well ventilated location where it

will not be exposed to high temperature or humidity.Do not install the player in a location which is exposed to directrays of the sun, or near stoves or radiators. Excessive heat can

adversely affect the cabinet end internal components. Also.installation of the player in a damp or dusty environment mayresult in malfunction or accident• (Alsoavoid installation near cookers

etc.. where the player may be exposed to smoke from oil, steamor heat.)

.,,Precautions regarding installation

s Placing and using the compact disc player for long periods onheat-generating sources such as amplifiers will affectperformance. Avoid placing the player on heat-generatingsources.

• Install this compact disc player as far as possible from tunersand TV sets. A compact disc player installed in close proximityto such equipment, may cause noise or degradation of thepicture.

• Such noise may be particularly noticeable when an indoorantenna is used. In such a case, make use of an outdoor antenna,or turn off power to the compact disc player.

• Please place this unit on a level surface•

l Condensation

When this unit is brought into a warm room from previously coldsurroundings or when the room temperature rises sharply,condensation may form inside, and the unit may not be able toattain its full performance. In cases like this, allow the unit to standfor about an hour or raise the room temperature gradually.

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7. ' ( CO lens cleaner l

The player's pi?kup [ens should not become dirty in normal use,but is for some reason it should malfunction due to soiling, askyour nearest PIONEER authorized service center, Lens cleanersfor CD players are commercially available, but special care shouldbe exercised in their use since some may cause damage to thelens,

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( Cleaning tl_e player and the magazine !/

To clean the PLAYER and the MAGAZINE wipe with a soft, drycloth. For stubl_om dirt, wet a soft cloth with a mild detergentsolution, wnng well, then wipe off the dirt. Also use a dry cloth towipe "_hesurfac_ dry, Do not use volatile liquids such as benzeneand thinner which are harmful to the unit.

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CONNECTIONS

• Make sure that all of the components are turned off before making connections.

F Output c///ord

Red_ White f

CD ,ayo Poworoo,d/

CD-DECK SYNCHRO cord

Cassette deck

/Making connections[] Connect the OUTPUT jacks of this unit to the input jacks (CD or

AUX) of the amplifier, Make sure that the white plugs areconnected to the left (L) jacks and the red plugs to the right (R)jacks.

• Be sure not to connect this unit to the amplifier's PHONOjacks, as sound will be distorted and normal playback will notbe possible.

[] Connect the power cord to a household AC wall outlet or an ACoutlet on your amplifier.

• Make sure plugs are inserted fully into the jacks and wall outlet.

CD-Dack synchro functionIf you have a Pioneer cassette deck provided with the CD-Decksynchro function, connect the CD-DECK SYNCHRO jacks of theCD player and cassette deck, With this function, synchro recordingcan be carded out between player and deck.• For details on connections and operation, refer to the instruction

manual supplied with the cassette deck.• The CD-DECK SYNCHRO cord is not supplied with the CD player.

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amplifier 1(Available witPD-M550/PDmilitary zone,'When • Piorconnect theto the CONTCD player towith the ster,is not necess• The contr(• The ramp1

to controloperation.'

• For instruthe operaamplifier.

NOTES:• When a o

jack, dire€not possflby aiming

• Be sure t(the CONTonly one

• Be sure t_the poweJ

Dmote control with a Pioneer stereohat has the [] mark

the PD-M450 and U.S. and Canadian models of theM455/PD-M453 only: Not available with models for(multi-voltage types))

ear stereo amplifier bearing the [] mark is used,;ONTROL IN jack on the rear panel of the CD player_OL OUT jack of the amplifier. This witl enable thebe controlled using the remote control unit suppliedJo amplifier, If you do not plan to use this feature, itJry to connect CONTROL IN/OUT jacks.,I cord is supplied with the CD player.• control unit supplied with the amplifier can be usedSlay, Stop, Pause, Track!Disc Search and Disc Change

;tions regarding connections and operation, refer toling instruction manual provided with your stereo

_ntrol cord is connected to the player's CONTROL IN! control of the player with the remote control unit is,le. Operate the player with the remote control unit¢tat the amplifier.connect both of the control cord's plugs securely to

_OL tN and CONTROL OUT terminals. Do not connectnd of the cable.turn off the power of the ampfifier when connecting

cord and output cord,

BEFOREOPERATINGTHE PLAYER

CARE OF DISCS• With this player, use discs which display the mark shown below.

(Optical audio digital discs.)• When holding discs, do not touch their signal surfaces. Hold by

the edges, or by one edge and the center hole,

• Do not affix gummed labels or tape to the label surfaces. Also,do not scratch or damage the label

• Discs rotate at high speed inside the player. Do not usedamaged [cracked or warped) discs.

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For U.S. customers onlyYou may purchase additional Pioneer six-compact-disc magazinesfrom your dealer. If however, they are not avairable at yourdealer in the United S_ates, you may order from:

PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC.2265 East 220th StreetP.O. Box 1760, Long BeachCA. 90801-1760

Phone #(800)421-1404

BEFOREOPERATINGTHEPLAYER

NOTE:• In order I

Magazinesure to re

• 8,cm CD,It is pose,standardIt is recorM108, JD

• Never Ioaq

magazine.• Do not in.,

magazine,,

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play an 8-cm CD you will need a special Multi-Play(JD-MI08, JD-M308) which is sold separately. Be

ad thoroughly the Operating Instructions before using

daptorstie that even an adaptor which meets recommendedD specifications wil! not be usable with tt_ CD player._mended that the special Multi-Play Magazine 1JD-_4308) be used.

t an 8-cm CD or its adaptor into a standard 12-cmThis may seriously damage the CD player,err only an 8-cm disc and adaptor into the supplied

$CS INTO THE 6-DISC MAGAZINE

Insert any dis_s which you may have into the supplied magazine.Up to six disc_ may be inserted, The numbering of the discs beginswith 1 at the topmost tray, and then increases in order from 2 to 6for the lower tl'aya. The magazine has a window through which thepulled-out dis_ tray can be checked. Even during playback, thenumber of the disc being played back can be checked through thiswindow.

1 Pull ou_only one disctray.2 Positioq discs with the label side downward.3 Put theldisc tray back as it was originally.4 Insert other discs by repeating steps I to 3.

CAUTION:• Please mak

a disc tray I• Ifdiscs are

them to belabel side d

• Objects otcontents, et

• Do not touchands or fin

AFFIXING

• AJways artCorrect op,attached in

• The followiJA: For titleB: For dis(C: For ¢laE

• Do not atta,

Additionalavailable asM108, JD-IVPlease use t

magazines f

* JD-M100/JD.JD-M 108/JD,

sure to only pull out one disc tray at a time. (whenas been pulled out, do not pull out other disc trays.)inserted label side upward, it will not be possible for

)layed. Please make sure to insert them with the)wnward.er than discs (song cards, explanations of disc;.), must never be inserted into the disc trays.

the playing surface of discs (iridescent side) withera.

ABELS TO THE MAGAZINE

ch the labeJs provided in the designated locations,_ration may not be possible if labels or tape are3that locations,

Dgare convenient ways of using labels:3names

sification

;h labels on top of other labels,

lagazines identical to the one supplied areoptions (*JD-M100, JD-M200, JD-M300, JD-

308).1am to make your own disc library, with separate>reach artist or genre.

M2OO/JD-M300 ......... Magazine for 12-cm discsM308 ........................... Magazine for 8-cm discs

NOTE:Do not load B-c_n discs into the magazine for 12-cm discs.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONSOF PARTS l

PD-M550

PD-M455

I!PD-M453/PD-M450

FRONT PANEL

O POWER STANDBY/ON switch and STANDBY @ REPEl

indicator (_ RAND

(_ AUTO FADER button @ HI-LIT

TIME button _ Stop !O Remote sensor (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 @ Pause

only) _ Manu;Receives the signal from the remote control unit.• The PD-M450 is not equipped with the remote sensor. @ Play bDisc number buttons (DISC 1 - DISC 6) _) Track

_) PGM (program) button _ ADLC

(_ TRACK NUMBER/Digit buttons (1-10, +10,_20) _ DELE7

(PD-M550 only) (_ HeadFTIME FADE EDIT button only)

_) EJECT button (_A)

(_ Magazine insertion slot

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COMF U PGM EDIT button

_) Head ,hones volume (PHONES LEVEL) (PD-

M550 PD-M455 only)

,'I"button

C)MPLAY button

-."SCAN button

,utton (ll)

button (11)

|1search buttons (

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)Remote control buttons with the same names or marks as buttons

on the front panel of the player control the same operations as thecorresponding front panel buttons.

(_ POWER button

ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller)buttonMANUAL search buttons ( _ / IH_ )

(_ TRACK search buttons [ _ / _ )

PAUSE button ( li )

(_ STOP button ( II )

(_ Track number/Digit buttons (1-10, +10, _ 20)

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PGM (program) button(_ CHECK button

DISC NUMBER buttons ( 1 - 6 )

OUTPUT LEVEL buttons ( +/- )

RANDOM PLAY button

(_ HI-LITE SCAN button

(_ PLAY button ( I_ )

(_ DELETE button

(_ CLEAR button

When operatinsignal transmitlon the front parwithin a rangeowithin angles cNOTE:If the remote c_

strong light su{possible.Notes for PD-JOperate theaccompanies

the remote control unit, point the unit's infraredr at the remote control receiver (REMOTE SENSOR)el of the player. The remote control unit can be used=about 7 meters (23 feet) from the remote sensor, andFup to about 30 degrees.

,ntrol sensor window is in a position where it receivesh as sunlight or fluorescent light, control may not be

VI460:=D-M450 using the remote control unit whiche amplifier. (See page 6.)

FADER button (PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

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BASICOPERATION !

To play _ compact discPD-M550

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PAUSEn

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STOP-- a

Operations indicated by the [ _ ] mark are performed with theremote control unit. (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

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1 Turn on2 Insert

sound

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3 Press I_

To pause plaPressll. ThePressing II a_pause mode_

To stop playlPress •. Th_the disc at w_player retum_and enters st(

NOTE:When the po_player memolturnedoff. Thbutton starts

To stop

Press EJECT,turn off the pcEven when t_by pressing E,

NOTE:Dome modedome mode,inserting the ipress any but

Cautions r• When insc

direction o• After use,

subjected• Do not tak• Be careful

not apply.,• Applicatior

liquids tomagazines

the power to the player.magazine, pushing it in until a clickheard.

_ediscs to be played into the magazine beforehand.o "BEFORE OPERATING THE PLAYER" on page 6.)the power is turned off, inserting a magazinetically turns on the power (Automatic Power Oni).

to start playback.

tback temporarily:I indicator lights and playback is paused at that point.ain or I_ resumes playback from the position wherevas entered.

_ack:player returns to the beginning of the first track on

ich playback was stopped. If • is pressed twice, theto the beginning of the first track on the first disc

,p mode.

ver is turned off while a magazine is in the player, therzes which disc was played just before the power wasis, when the power is next turned on, pressing the play_layback from the first track on the memorized disc.

layback and take out the magazine j

remove the magazine, and then press POWER tower,

e power is turned off, the magazine will be ejectedIECT. (Power Down Eject)

llows you to see variation of the display. To enter the_ress POWER and then _ within 1 second without_agazine. To exit demo mode, insert the magazine or"on.

agarding handling of magazinesrting a magazine into the player, make sure that the

insertion is correct.

store in the case provided. Do not place in locations:o high temperatures or exposed to direct sunlight.

magazines apart.not to drop, or hit magazines against things. Also dotrong force to trays which have been withdrawn.

of benzene, thinner, insecticide or other volatilea magazine may damage the surface, so keep'away from such substances,

Timer playbackBy using a commercially available audio timer, it is possible toinitiate playback at any time automatically,1. Insert a magazine into the magazine slot.2. Set the time at which you wish playback to begin. The timer

will supp{y power to both the amplifier and the p{ayer at thepreset time, turning all the components on and initiating theplayback mode, Playback starts from the first track on the firstdisc.

Caution:• Do not unplug the power cord or do not turn off the power with an

audio timer during playback, as this could result in damage to thedisc.

• If a power failure occurs while the power is turned off (standbymode), the power is automatically turned on with timer playbackfunction when the power issupplied. THEREFORE, DISCONNECTTHE AC POWER CORD WHEN THE PLAYER IS NOT USED FORA LONG PERIOD OF TIME.

JVARIOUSOPERATIONS

toJsc1Io=sc__DISC3 [ alSO_t OISC_tD_SCS

I Disc search - To search for a particular disc

During playback or stop mode PD-M5501 2 3

DISC NUMBER4 5 6

PD-M455/PD*M453 ]DISC NUMBEFt t

When DISC NUMBER (DISC 1 - DISC 61 is pressed, the playersearches for the specified disc and playback start& from thebeginning of that disc.NOTES:

• If "dISC" appears on the display, you have pressed the discnumber of a tray which does not contain a disc.

w During program playback, Disc Search cannot be carried out.

{ 1 I 2 I 3 I +10 I]

[I 7 I a I s I lolJ

/2

I Track search - To search for a particular track }

During playback or stop mode (PD-M550 only)

ES ESI

in the following ,'track being playetrack being playe,the playing pointtime of the disc).• With track N,

displayed.• During progra

ptayback or debe displayed.

• During Prograldisplayed witt"

BASIC OPERATION

} Time displ, y !

During playback, )ressing the TIME button changes the time displayequence: (_) Time (elapsed playback time of theJ) "_ (_) Remain (remair_ing p_ayback time of theI) --* @ AL Remain (remaining playback time fromlo the end of the disc) --* @ Total (total playback

,. 24 or more, the Remain time ® cannot be

m playback, delete program playback, randomlete random playback, AL Rema(n time _) cannot

n playback, the number of program steps can bethe Total setting @.

® ®

I --

t T_ME

(_ _ O (PD- _ (PD-M455i

-- I U q

I-- so

To search for tra¢lbuttons (_-

__OJ. To search fExample To

To,To 4

• When entering• When _ O

entered should

NOTE:

During program [with the TRACK A

During playba_

PD-M550 ]

/When _ is pre,'the next track. VVIto successive tracWhen _ is prosthe track being piereturns to earlier tl• For PD-M550/F

remote controlNOTES:• During normal,

disc only.= During progran

select the pro_

PD-M450) (_

No. from 1 to 10, simply press the corresponding1L!_0J).To search for track N._or above, use:)r track No. 20 or above u_.enter track No. 17: [_, LTJ

rater track No. 23: _ [_][[_:_rater track No. 30:20 or above, [_]functions as 0,• _ is pressed, the digit button to be nextbe pressed within 5 secor_ds.

layback, the track search can not be operatedUMBER button.

k or pause modeTRACK SEARCH

I '_ '11 PD-M455 _ _< I _ I1(PD-M45&/

PD-M450) ._

_ed once, playback advances to the beginning of_enthis button is kept pressed, playback advancess on the disc.sod once, playback returns to the beginning offed. When this button is kept pressed, p{aybackacks on the disc.3-M455/PD-M453, the _ or _ button on theunit can be used.

#ayback, Track Search can be carried out on one

, playback, the _ orl_,l button can be used to"ammed track. [t_agttt_ L

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VARIOUSOPERATIONS

Manual search - To search for a particularpassage

During playback or pausemode

PD-M550

I "_ I ='_""""'l

PD-M455 (PD-M453/PD-M450)

MANUAL SEARCH

W

1

MANUAL

/?

While _ is kept pressed, playback rapidly advances toward theend of the disc. When playback reaches the end of the disc, theplayer enters pause mode and "End" is displayed. While _ is keptpressed, playback rapidly reverses toward the beginning of thedisc.

When the desired passage is reached, release _ of" _1. Theplayer enters original mode (playback or pause) where _ or _1is released.

NOTES:• During normal playback, Manual Search can be carried out on

one disc only.• During program playback, Manual Search can be carried out in

one program step only.

To repeat playback (repeat play): J

To repeatedly play the displayed track, press REPEAT once. The

REPEAT [] indicator lights. The REPEAT button can be pressed in

any playback mode.To repeatedly play all tracks on all of the discs in normal playbackmode or in the specified playback mode (Program playback, Deleteprogram playback or Random playback), press REPEAT twice. TheREPEAT indicator lights.• To exit repeat mode, press REPEAT so that the REPEAT [] or

REPEAT indicator goes off.

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........RandoJ rander _ order

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_t playback - To play all tracks in

RANDOMPLAY

v_

Press RAN_OM PLAY, The RANDOM indicator lights and all trackson all discs[are played in a random order.To play tra#ks other than the deleted tracks in a random order.press RAk_DOM PLAY after carrying out the Delete Programprocedure. See "Delete Program Playback" on page 16.

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I Mag azi_le Hi'L"e scan ]

J During stop modeI

i

HI-LITE I

SCAN

W/

When HI-LIrE SCAN is pressed once during stop mode, playbackstarts from _point I minute after the beginning of the first track, andthe first trec_ of each disc is played for about 10 seconds. The DISC

SCAN indic,_tor blinks during Disc Scan mode. After the first tracksof all discs are scanned, the player enters stop mode.

When HI-LI"starts from a

track is playeTrack Scan renters stop

To exit Ma_Press e, i_, I+10, >20)current poinonly) is prebeginning,

- SCAN is pressed twice during stop mode, playback_olnt 1 minute after the beginning of the track, and eachIfor about 10 seconds. The SCAN indicator blinks during

_ode. After all tracks of all discs are scanned, the playernode.

azine Hi-Ute Scan mode)isc number(DISC1 - DISC6) or TRACK NUMBER (1-10,

When I_ is pressed, normal playback starts from the• When DISC1-DISC 6 or TRACK NUMBER (PD-M550

;sed, the selected disc or track is played from the

NOTES: ,• Hi-Lira S, :ancan be carried out from the desired elapsed time of

the trackwant tominute aout from

• Each timDisc Sca

• Program.playback

• During Tr,or _

• WhenRE

• Whenplathan men

beginnin_When pl_is played

During playback, press HI-LITE SCAN at the point you;tart Hi-Lite Scan playback. The player memorizes the_dsecond of the point and Track Scan playback is carriedthe memorized minute and second on each track.HI-LITE SCAN ispressed, the mode switches be tweenand Track Scan.

ning of only desired tracks is possible during Track ScanSee "Directprogram" on page 14.

ick Scan playback, you can skip to the desired track with_L

=EAT is pressed, Hi-Lite Scan playback will be tepee ted.fback time of a track is less than one minute or is shorterorized time, Hi,L/te Scan playback is carried out from theof the track for about 10 seconds.

_'back time of a track is less than 10 seconds, the trackrrorn the beginning to the end.

VARIOUS OPERATIONS

I Adjusting the sound volume (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

I _ O_PUT LEVEL/2

Press OUTPUT LEVEL "-" or "+" to adjust the output level. Theoutput level can be adjusted between 0 dB end -25 dB in steps of1 dB.• The output level at the OUTPUT jacks and PHONES jack will be

adjusted simultaneously.

ADLC (Automatic Digital Level Controller) 1

When the difference of recording level between discs is noticeable,the volume level should be adjusted for each disc, especially duringprogram playback or random playback whose tracks are selectedbetween 2 discs or more. In such cases, pressing ADLC automaticallysets the output level to the proper level. When ADLC is turned on,the ADLC indicator lights.• ToturnoffADLC, pressAOLCsothattheADLCindicatorgoesoff.• With some selections, sound becomes unnatural. In such cases,

AC power ¢o_d connection and functionsSome function,s cannot be carried out depending on the connection

of AC powe r c_rd.

Function

IL

il

Timer playbacl

Program mere _ry

Delete programmemory

Outputlevelm Jmory

WhentheACpowercord isconnected tothe unswitchedoutlet of anamplifieror wall outlet.

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

When the AC powercord is connected tothe switched outlet ofan amplifier or audiotimer,

Yes

No

No

No

Fordetails, refe I to the description of each function of this OperatingInstructions.

turn off ADLC.

PD-M550/PD-M455 PD-M450/PD-M453

ADLC

C22]

NOTES (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only}:• The setting of the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons am canceled when

ADLC is turned on.• When ADLC is turned on, the OUTPUT LEVEL buttons cannot be

opera ted.

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TOPLAYONLYDESIREDTRACKS/DISCS

[,mmm'e',Jk,,

)4

PD-M550

53

1,3 3

PD-M455(PD-M453/ 2 1,3 3PD-M450) *

R_o

*: PD-M455/PD-M453 only

**: PD-M455 only

II

r Pr°graln playback" T° pr°gram tracksldiscsfin des !! ed order

i

1 During stop mode, press the Program button.The PR( IGRAM indicator lights.

2 Press ;he Disc number button which contains the

track_ be programmed.To prog am entire discs, enter the desired disc numbers withthe Disc number buttons and go to step 4.• Whe_ the Disc number button is pressed, "AL" (all tracks}

appears on the display.

3 Press _ or _ button so that the desired track No.

appearF on the display and press the Program button.For PD-M550 only:Instead of the _ or _ button, the TRACK NUMBER/Digit

button aan be used.Enter the desired track No. with the TRACK NUMBER/Digitbutton. IInthis case, it is not necessary to press PGM.

Repea t steps 2 and 3 for other tracks to beprogrammed.

Press I_.

The t_a_ks are played in the programmed order. When allprogrami'ned tracks have been played the payer enters stopmode.

1 PD-M550

PGM

DISC1 IDISC2 DISC3 DSC4 D_SC5 DISC6_

PD-M455(PD-M453/PD-M450)

8

4

5

I 2 3

F-_ E--I F-7DISC NUMBER

4 5 6EEl3r-Z EEl

To stopPPress II.

• Program

• To go;to

I_1.

•ogram playback:

containing up to 32 steps can be created.the previous or next step in a program, press 14t1

I Programming a pause

Inserting a pause in your program can be very useful when carryingout recording. Press II instead of entering a track number. "PA"appears on the display panel.• For example, when recording on both sides of a cassette tape,

if you p_ogram a pause after the last track to be recorded onthe first side, program playback will pause at that point to allowyou to switch tape sides. To resume program playback after theplayer enters pause mode, press II.

Notes:

s A pause can be programmed only when the program pn_cedureis performed under stop mode.

• A pause cannot be programmed at the beginning of a program(P-01), and two pauses cannot be programmed one after theother.

• A pause inserted in a program is counted as one step.• If a pause [s programmed as the last step of a program, the

player will not enter the pause mode.

I To clear all of the program contents -_

®SlOP

CC]

®

D(_) During stop mode, press e.® When the magazine is ejected, the program contents will be

cleared.

I To erase a program (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

CLEAR CLEAR

F-7 ,_ ECI

During program mode, press CLEAR on the remote control unit.The last program step is erased and the contents of the previousprogram step are displayed.

NOTE:

Contents of a program can be erased during playback as well.However, tracks preceding the currently playing track cannot beerased in this way.

TO PLAY ONLY DESIRED TRACKS/DISCS

i

I [To checkithe program contents (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)I

gp

CHECK

"[ -.... Ii-u9 P- £1"_ @ @ @@I@ ..... I3-D'V P- 0_" @ @ @@

i

During program mode, set the ptayer to stop mode and pressCHECK. The prpgram contents will be displayed in the programmedorder,

• After confi_fming the last program step, the display will show"O-O0"

,,,,i

I To modi_ithe program contents (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

1,

2.

PD-M550

,_ @ @ @ @

5 7

DISC TRACKNUMBER NUMBER

PD-M455/pDiM453

..,.o 'Aac"-,rTRACK

-"- P- 2 t....

During program mode, set the player to stop mode and pressCHECK so that the program step to be corrected appears onthe display,To correct thNUMBER buthe TRACK IdPress

isplay. ForNo. 3 is chaDISC NUMBM550), or I_Repeat stepsFor PD-M55Cthe track NoPGM

disc NO., enter the new disc No. with the DISCtons. For PD-M550, enter the new track No. withJUMBER/Digit buttons. For PD-M45B/PD-M453,_1so that the the new disc No, appears on the)xample.: the programmed track No. 4 on the disciged to track No. 7 on the disc No, 5, using the-_R5 button and TRACK NUMBER 7 button (PD-I/1_ and PROGRAM (PD-M455/PD-M453).1 and 2 to change other tracks as desired.the _ or _ button can also be used to correct

After selecting the track No., be sure to press

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TOPLAY ONLY DESIRED TRACKS/DISCS (Program Playback and Delete Program _layback)

2 1.3 3PD-M550

5 3

PD-M455(PD-M453/PD-M450)

li2 =°*: PD-M455iPD-M453 only**: PD-M455 only 5 **

1 PD-M550 PD-M455(PD-M453/PD-M450)

2D!SC NUMBER

F,sc_ID,sc2lo,sc3ID,sc,ID,scsI_Jsc.

1 _ 3

E2:31:2:-IEZ:]

] DISC NUMBER

2)3 PD-M550

I _,-, I ,-_ IJ

/?TRACK NUMBER

[l,

/?or

I ESd C5

F-I[-3[Z37 8 9 TO[Z E:::3C3 EZ]

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PD-M455 (PD_M453iPD-M450)TRACK SEARCH DELETE

_ z:::::31

• For PD-M550, PD-M455 or PD-M453, the DELETE andbuttons on the remote control unit can also be used.

pLAY

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Delete[ program playback - Toundesi_d tracks/discs

delete

'1

1 During stop mode, press DELETE.The DELETE indicator lights,

2 Press,the Disc number button which contains thetrack to be deleted.To dateta entire discs, enter the desired disc numbers with theDisc nqmber buttons and go to step 4.

• When the Disc number button is pressed, "AL" (all tracks)appears on the display.

3 Press il

I CONVENIENTOPERATIONFOR RECORDING

PD-M550

PD-M455 (PD-M453/PD-M450}

•%T=

1,3

*: PD-M455/PD-M453 only

**: PD-M455 only

3

3 ,3

OISC NUMBIER

/?

DISC NUMBER

[I :,is__lD_sc2I_sc3 I o_sc_t _lscs I oJsc_q)

3

PD-M550

I _ I '_ II

/¢

_" 4 5 8 _

L C2 [2

TRACK NUMBER

,,,

/9 /?

PD*M455 (PD-M453/PD-M450)

TRACK SEARCH

i

Compu program editing (Computer allocatedprogram editing)

I

Tracks are selected for both sides of the tape,

1 During stpp mode, press COMPU PGM EDIT•

2 Select the disc No. with the Disc number button.3 Press _ or _ so that the desired playing time

appears _n the display and press COMPU PGM EDIT.Each time _ is pressed, the time will be changed inthe followingsequence: 46 *-* 54--p 60 --* 74--* 90 (m inutes). With _,il_l,the timewilt be chaniged in the reverse direction.For PD-M550 only:instead of !the _ or _ button, TRACK NUMBER/Digitbuttons {_J - _1} can be used.Press the 1O's digit button and l's digit button sequentially. Toenter 9 minutes or tess, press _ and then the corresponding digitbutton.

The displayed time is memorized. The player now programs thetracks for the first side of the tape within half the selected playingtime, programs a pause, and then programs the tracks for thesecond side iof the tape within half the selected playing time. Afterthe programming is completed, the display shows all of theprogrammed tracks and their praying time in the programmedorder.

Example: The tape playing time 46 minutes is selected.• The programmed contents are displayed in the programmed

order.

First side

• , , _b- -- lr--cJu

Second side

NOTES:• Up to 32 steps can be programmed,• With discs cbntained 24 tracks or more, programming may not

be correctly performed.• if the selected time is too short for any track to be programmed,

programming cannot be performed.• tf you wish t& enter the time with the digit buttons after the time

is already entered with _ or _ in step 3, press _] or[_ , The dfgit buttons cen now be operated (PD-M550 only).

• [f the magaZine _s in the player, the contents of the Compuprogram editing will ndr be erased even if the power is turned oif.

• For PD-M550, PD-Mt,55 or PD-M453, the I-_

CONVENIENT OPERATION FOR RECORDING (Compu Program Editing/Time Fade !Editing/One-touch Fade)

PD-M550

INN iJg"-'='-N

PD-M455 (PD-M453tPD-M450)

•%T-=

1,3

3

.2 3 1,3

*: PD-M455iPD-M453 only**: PD-M455 only *,

PD-M550 PD-M455 (PD-M4531PD-M450)

I T,MEFADE I1

DISC NUMBER

I msc11msc2 IDisc3 Imsc4 I D)SCSI ms__ II

/f DISC NUMBERz7PD-M550

or

TRACK NUMBER

PD-M455 (PD-M453/PD-M450)TRACK SEARCH

II I II

= cbcbcb@

@cbcb#S cbdhr

• For PD-M550, PD-M455 or PD-M453, the _ button on theremote control unit can also be used.

® ®

ITime f_de editingTracks arelselected within the specified time and playback pauseswith a fad,-out.

1 During stop mode, press TIME FADE EDIT.2 Select the disc No. with the Disc number button.

3 Press I

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TROUBLESHOOTINGi

Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, checkthe points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances beingused.If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PI(ONEER authorized service center or yourdealer to carry out repair work.

Symptom

Magazine is not expelled when •EJECT button is pressed.

When playback is started, it stops •immediately. Pauses or stopsduring playback. •

No sound

Sound is distorted, noise is output.

With certain discs, loud noise isproduced, or play stops.

The picture of the TV screen isfluctuated or FM broadcast isinterfered with noise,

Remote control will not function.(PD-M 550/PD-455/PD*M453 only)

o

o

Probable cause

Power plug is disconnected from outlet,

Disc is loaded upside down.

Smudged on the disc, etc.

Output cords are connected incorrectly orIoose(y.Incorrect operation of stereo amplifier.

Pin plugs and/or amplifier terminals are dirty.Player is in pause mode,

Incorrect conne_ions.

Pin plugs and/or amplifier terminals are dirty:Interference is being picked up from a *IV set.

• Disc has bad scratch or warp.• Disc is extremely dirty.

• Interference is being picked up from the CDplayer.

• Dead batteries.• Too far from player or wrong angle.

• Obstruction between player and remote controlunit.

Remedy

Connect plug to amp(ifier or wall outlet.

• Load the disc correctly with the label sideDOWN.

• Clean the smudges from the disc and thenplay it again,

I Connect properly.

• Check the settings of amplifier switches andsound volume controls.

• Clean away dirt.m Pressthe im-button.

I

D Connect to amplifier's AUX or CD terminals.Do not connect to PHONO terminals.

e Clean,way dirt.m Switch OFF TV set, or move player away from

TV set.

im ReplaCe the disc.a Clean idiso.

i

e Turn &ff POWER of the player, or move theplayer away from TV or tuner,

e Replace batteries.e The distance between remote control unit and

player should be no more than about 7 meters.The operational angle against the front panelis within 30" from right or left end of player.

a Relocate remote control unit or removeobstruiction,

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SPECIFICATIONS !i

1. GeneralType .......................................... Compact disc digital audio systemPower requirements

European models ................................ AC 220 -230 V, 50/60 HzU.K. and Australian models ...................... AC 230 -:240 V, 60 HzU.S, and Canadian models ................................ AC 120 V, 60 HzOther models ............ AC 110/120 - 127/220/240 V (switchable),

50/60 Hz

Power consumption ...................................................... 12 WOperating temperature ................................................ ÷5"C - +35*C

(+41 °F - +95°F)Weight ................................................................ 3.9 kg (8 Ib, 10 oz)External dimensions

PD-M550 ..................................... 420(VVJX 291(D) X 101(H) mm16-9/16(W) X11-7/16(D) X 4{H) in

PD-M455/PD-M453/PD-M450 ...... 420(W} X 291 (D) X 96(H) mm16-9/16(W) X 11-7/t 6(D) X 3-12/16(H) in

2. Audio sectionFrequency response .................................................. 2 Hz - 20 kHzS/N ratio .............................................. 102 dB or more (EIAJ)Dynamic range ....................................... 96 dB or more (EIAJ}Harmonic distortion ................................ 0.003% or less (EIAJ)Output voltage ......................................................................... 2.0VWow and flutter ............................................ Limit of mesurement

L+-0.001% W.PEAK) or less (EIAJ)Channels ............................................................. 2-channel (stereo)

3. Output terminalAudio line outputHeadphone jack with volume control (PD-M550/PD-M455 only)Control input]output jacks (available with the PD-M450 and U.S.and Canadian models of the PD-M550, PD-M455 end PD-M453: Notavailable with models for military zones (multi-voltage types))CD-DECK SYNCHRO jack

4. FunctionsNumber of discs to be stored - maximum 6.

Repeat functions• 1 traokrepeat• All discs repeat• Prog_m repeat• Random play repeat• Delete play repeat• Deleterandom play repeat• Magazine Hi-Lite scan repeat

Random play• Random p ey (repeat also available)• Delete random play (repeat also available)

Switching displayTime consumed i remaining time (track!disc), and total time

Timer start

ADLC

Digital level controller PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)Volume control _an be done.

One-touch fadeFad_n and fade-out possible.

Time fade edit[ngSelects the tracks within the specified time. Playback pauseswith a fade-out. !

Compu prbgram e_itingSelects the tracks for both sides within the specified time.

Power ON/OFF function (remote control unit provided with PD-M550/PD_M455/PD-M453 only)

J

Automa_o Power On

Power Down Eject

Basic operation buttons• PLAY, PAUSE, STOP

Search function• Disc search• Track search• Manual search

Magazine Hi-Lite Scan• DISC SCAN• TRACK SCAN

Programming• Maximum 32 steps• Pause

5. Accessories• Remote control unit (PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 onlyl ....... 1

• Size _RO3/d_ batteries(PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only) ........................................ 2

• Six-compact-disk magazine ...................................................... 1• Control cord (pi'ovided with PD-M450 and U.S. and Canadian

models of PD-MBsB/PD-M455/PD-M453 only: Not available withmodels for military zones (multi-voltage types)) ....................... 1

• Output cable -..i ......................................................................... 1• Operating instrqctions .............................................................. 1

NOTE:

Specifications and idesign subject to possible modification withoutnotice, due to imptrovements.

• Program check!correction (remote control unit provided withPD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

• Program clear (single track or all tracks) (remote control unitprovided with PD-M550/PD-M455/PD-M453 only)

• Delete play

The Magazine Type Multi-Play CD Players withmark and the Magazines with the same

mark are compatible for 5-inch (12cm) discs.

Published by Pioneer Electronic Corporation.

Copyright © 1991 Pioneer Electronic Corporation

All rights reserved.

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