Pioneer M600 manual

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    The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (ser vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “d[...]

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    The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (ser vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “d[...]

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    S001_En Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your eq[...]

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    5 T A D -M6 0 0 CONTENTS Thank you for buying this TAD product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. INTRODUCTION .....................................................................[...]

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    6 INTRODUCTION Inspiring the joy of listening Technical Audio Devices Laboratories, Inc. (TADL) grew from the spirit to discover technologies to perfectly recreate the pure sound of live performances with uncompromising craftsmanship. We have inherited our philosophy from Bart Locanthi— recognized across the globe as the ultimate sound technologi[...]

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    7 T A D -M6 0 0 BEFORE YOU START Checking what’s in the box Please check that you have received the following supplied accessories in the accessory box. Controls and displays OFF ON (BALANCED) SPEAKERS INPUT A B Front panel Rear panel CLASS 2 WIRING 1 3 4 5 2 Power cord x 1 ' Spike bases x 4 ' Hexagon wrench x 1 ' Spike base templa[...]

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    8 Installation WARNING As the TAD-M600 is a large and heavy unit, make sure to move, unpack and install with four or more people. ' When installing, choose a level and flat surface that can sufficiently withstand the weight of this unit. Failure to do so ' could cause the unit to fall, resulting in an accident. It is recommended that the [...]

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    9 T A D -M6 0 0 Adjusting the spike height Remove the cover on the rear right leg of the TAD-M600 as indicated below. 1. INPUT (BALANCED) SPEAKERS CLASS 2 WIRING A B Insert the provided hexagon wrench and adjust the spike height so that the TAD-M600 does not wobble. 2. CLASS 2 WIRING Replace the cover removed in step 1. 3.[...]

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    10 Connecting your equipment CAUTION Do not turn on the power switch to the TAD-M600 or the other components until all connections have been completed. ' We recommend that you place the speakers at the desired location before performing connections. Use commercially available speaker cables for connections. When connecting other components, ma[...]

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    11 T A D -M6 0 0 Bi-wire connection The bi-wire connection uses two speaker cables on one amplifier to connect to the speaker’s low-frequency input terminal and high-frequency input terminal. In order to connect speakers to this unit using a bi-wire connection, the speakers must be bi-wiring compliant. Align the High and Low wires correctly to co[...]

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    12 Connecting to the speaker system CAUTION The input terminals of speaker systems have a negative (–) pole and a positive (+) pole. Make sure to align these poles ' correctly when connecting to the speaker terminals of the TAD-M600. Make sure to use speakers with an impedance of 4 ' Ω to 16 Ω . Use speaker cables with a large electri[...]

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    13 T A D -M6 0 0 Connecting the power cord Once all connections have been made, plug in the power cord to a power outlet (AC 120 V). Although the power cord to the TAD-M600 is removable, do not attempt to use a power cord • other than the supplied cord. Connect the power plug to a power outlet and turn the power switch on to power up the T AD-M60[...]

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    14 TO BEGIN PLAYBACK Before turning on the power Make sure that the input terminals and output terminals are securely connected. Playback Turn the volume knob of the Pre-Amplifier to its lowest setting. 1. Turn the Pre-Amplifier’s power on. 2. Turn the TAD-M600’s power on. 3. The power indicator will light red for eight seconds. The light will [...]

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    15 T A D -M6 0 0 TROUBLESHOOTING Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified e[...]

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    16 SPECIFICATIONS Amplifier Section # Power output ................................................................................................................... 600 W (20 Hz to 20 kHz, T.H.D., 0.2 %, 4 Ω ) 300 W (20 Hz to 20 kHz, T.H.D., 0.2 %, 8 Ω ) Rated distortion ..........................................................................[...]

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    17 T A D -M6 0 0 To ensure long product life, avoid installing this unit in the following locations: Locations exposed to direct sunlight. • Humid or poorly ventilated areas. • Areas of extreme temperatures. • Areas with vibration. • Dusty or smoky areas. • Areas exposed to grease fumes, steam or heat (such as a kitchen). • Maintenance [...]

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    <SWTRF> <09G00001> <CRB3085-A> Printed in Japan TECHNICAL AUDIO DEVICES LABORATORIES, INC. 4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan http://tad-labs.com P ublished by Pioneer Corporation . Copyright © 2009 TECHNICAL AUDIO DEVICES LABORA TORIES, INC. All rights reser ved.[...]