Pioneer ctf 2121 owners manual

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Your selection of the Pioneer CT-
F212] Cassette Tape Deck is sincerely
appreciated.

This cassette tape deck is designed for
incorporation into a component type
stereophonic high fidelity system, and
features advanced performance plus
easy front panel operation. Please read
this Operating Instruction thoroughly
in order to benefit fully from its out-
standing recording and playback capa-
bilities.

CONTENTS

CT-F2121 Features .................... 2
CT-F2121 Applications .............. 3
Line Voltage and Fuse ................ 3
Front Panel Facilities ................. 4
Connection Diagram ................. 6
Types of Cassette Tape .............. 7
Basic Operation .......................... 8
Recording Steps .......................... 10
Recording from

Microphones ................................ 12
Playback Steps .......................... 1 3
Maintenance ................................ 13
Employing Dolby System ........... 14
Specifications ............................. 15
Trouble ? Please Check .............. 16

CT-F21 21 FEATURES

BUILT-IN DOLBY SYSTEM REDUCES HISS

The built-in Dolby system can appreciably reduce bothersome tape hiss
noise (by up to approx. lOdB at high frequencies) without affecting the
sound quality of the program source. Recording and playback can thus be
performed with large dynamic range and excellent SN ratio. An indicator
lamp is included to advise of Dolby operation.

BIAS & EQUALIZATION INDEPENDENTLY SELECTABLE

Independent bias and equalization selectors permit matching to the charac-
teristics of the tape employed. Full performance can be realized from all
types of cassette tape, including chrome, low noise, and standard. A new
equalization design (3180,15 + 70:45) is provided for chrome (00,) tape.

PERMALLOY SOLID HEAD

A newly developed high hardness Permalloy core is employed in the record]
playback head In order to take advantage of the special properties of chrome
tape. The high reliability head offers strong resistance to wear, plus excellent
frequency response and SN ratio.

FULL COMPLEMENT OF BACK UP MECHANISMS

Direct Mode Selection: desired transport mode (record, play, fast forward,
rewind) can be directly selected without alternating with the stop switch.
Operation becomes convenient, while tape is protected from damage.

Automatic Stopping: if the tape runs out during any transport mode
(record, play, fast forward, rewind) tape motion is automatically stopped
without strain on tape or mechanism.

Built-in MPX Filter: cuts FM stereo l9kH7 & 38kl-l7. pilot signals. Employ
for FM Dolby recording.

Built-in Illuminating Lamp: illuminating lamp built into cassette compart-
ment allows easy observation of tape running condition, tape quantity, etc.

DESIGNED FOR CONVENIENT OPERATION

Front panel operating facilities are designed for excellent compatibility with
other components. The 30° cassette inclination provides easy observation of
tape running condition. The CT-F2l2l forms an exceptionally fine addition
to any high quality stereo system.

INSTALLATION

When installing the CT-F2121, avoid the following conditions
which may lead to impaired sound quality or possible damage:

0 Direct sunlight, near radiators or other heat sources.

Places with poor ventilation or high humidity.

Dusty locations.

Near appliances which generate a magnetic field (TV sets,
motors, transformers, etc.).

0 Unlevel or unstable surfaces, or those subject to vibration.

KEEP HEAD ASSEMBLY CLEAN

Since the heads, capstan and pinch roller contact the tape, they
are prone to contamination by dust, tape particles, etc.
Always keep these sections clean to assure top performance.
Refer to Maintenance on page 13.