Pioneer SX-209RDS - Manual (Page 9)

• Before operating the unit, be sure to set it as shown below.
Set the TAPE 2 MONITOR
button to OFF (TAPE 2 Set the VOLUME control to the
indicator goes off).
"MIN" position.
. Set the BALANCE control
to the center position.
MANUAL (FM/AM)/AUTO (FM) TUNING
1. Press the TUNER button of the function buttons.
2. Press the FM/AM selector button to select your
desired band.
3. Use the TUNING buttons to locate the frequency
of the desired station.
<3-speed accel tuning>
[Manual tuning]
Press the TUNING button and release it quickly. The frequency
will change by one step each time the button is pressed. Press as
many times as necessary to tune in the desired station.
Steps change in the following way; FM: 50 kFIz, AM: 9 khlz.
[Auto tuning (FM)]
Press the TUNING button until the frequency starts to change,
then release it. The tuner will automatically search for a broad­
casting station and stop when one is found.
To search for another station, press again.
[High speed manual tuning]
Keep the TUNING button pressed. The frequency changes con­
tinuously, and stops when the button is released.
NOTE:
The TUNED indicator will not function for broadcasts received
over long distances or when signals are weak.
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When Receiving FM Broadcasts:
• If there is distortion because the radio signal is too strong,
press the RF attenuator (RF ATT) button to light the RF ATT
indicator (FM reception only).
• If there is too much noise during reception of an FM stereo
broadcast, press the MPX button to light the MONO indicator.
Switching to monaural reception results in clear reception.
Note about Auto Tuning
• Because of the high sensitivity of this unit, it may automati­
cally stop even at very weak overseas stations. The same can
happen with aggregate radio noise emitted in cities.
• Preset extremely weak stations with manual tuning.
The TUNED Indicator
When the TUNED indicator is not lit, reception is not possible
even if the tuning frequency is correct. This is because the an­
tenna terminal input is too weak. Check whether the antenna ca­
ble is firmly connected. If it is, consult your nearest dealer and
install an outdoor antenna.
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