Marantz Stereo System PMD505 User Manual

Model PMD505 User Guide  
Cassette Deck  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY  
INSTRUCTIONS  
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT  
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and  
safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operation  
precautions which you should be particularly aware of.  
12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be 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 should  
still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete  
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions  
should be read before the product is operated.  
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should  
be retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating  
instructions should be adhered to.  
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be  
followed.  
AC POLARIZED PLUG  
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before  
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a  
damp cloth for cleaning.  
13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so  
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed  
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,  
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the  
product.  
6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water-for  
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,  
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.  
14. Protective Attachment Plug – The product is equipped with an  
attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety  
feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of  
protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure  
the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by  
the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the  
original plug.  
8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing  
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the  
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table  
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any  
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s  
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended  
by the manufacturer.  
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable  
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable  
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against  
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the  
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information  
with regard 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  
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the  
grounding electrode. See Figure 1.  
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick  
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the  
product and cart combination to overturn.  
16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning  
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of  
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or  
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to  
lightning and power-line surges.  
17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located  
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or  
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.  
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should  
be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as  
contact with them might be fatal.  
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to  
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be  
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by  
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.  
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as  
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the  
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.  
18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or  
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire  
or electric shock.  
11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the  
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not  
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your  
product dealer or local power company. For products intended to  
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the  
operating instructions.  
19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this  
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage  
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.  
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20. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as  
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous  
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
22. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be  
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified  
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the  
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric  
shock, or other hazards.  
21. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall  
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
23. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this  
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to  
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.  
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.  
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a  
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
25. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating  
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the  
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls  
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a  
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.  
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this  
indicates a need for service.  
FIGURE 1  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER  
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme  
NMB-003 du Canada.  
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NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A LUTILISATION / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO  
¼ Keep the set free from moisture, water,  
and dust.  
¼ Protéger lappareil contre lhumidité,  
leau et la poussière.  
¼ Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad,  
agua y polvo.  
¼ Do not let foreign objects in the set.  
¼ Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers  
dans lappareil.  
¼ No deje objetos extaños dentro del  
equipo.  
¼ Avoid high temperatures  
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when  
installed on a rack.  
¼ Eviter des températures élevées  
Tenir compte dune dispersion de  
chaleur suffisante lors de linstallation  
sur une étagère.  
¼ Evite altas temperaturas  
Permite la suficiente dispersión del  
calor cuando está instalado en la  
consola.  
¼ Do not let insecticides, benzene, and  
thinner come in contact with the set.  
¼ Ne pas mettre en contact des  
insecticides, du benzène et un diluant  
avec lappareil.  
¼ Unplug the power cord when not using  
the set for long periods of time.  
¼ Débrancher le cordon dalimentation  
lorsque lappareil nest pas utilisé  
pendant de longues périodes.  
¼ Desconecte el cordón de energía  
cuando no utilice el equipo por mucho  
tiempo.  
¼ No permita el contacto de insecticidas,  
gasolina y diluyentes con el equipo.  
¼ Handle the power cord carefully.  
Hold the plug when unplugging the  
cord.  
¼ Manipuler le cordon dalimentation avec  
précaution.  
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du  
cordon.  
¼ Maneje el cordón de energía con  
cuidado.  
Sostenga el enchufe cuando  
desconecte el cordón de energía.  
¼ Never disassemble or modify the set in  
any way.  
¼ Ne jamais démonter ou modifier  
lappareil dune manière ou dune autre.  
¼ Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo  
de ninguna manera.  
*(For sets with ventilation holes)  
¼ Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.  
¼ Ne pas obstruer les trous daération.  
¼ No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.  
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Thank you very much for purchasing the MARANTZ component  
stereo cassette tape deck.  
Please check to make sure the following items are included with  
the main unit in the carton:  
MARANTZ proudly presents this advanced tape deck to audiophiles  
and music lovers as a further proof of MARANTZ’s non-compromising  
pursuit of the ultimate in sound quality. The high quality performance  
and easy operation are certain to provide you with many hours of  
outstanding listening pleasure.  
(1) Operating Instructions  
(Warranty card is on the last page of this instructions.) ....... 1  
(2) Stereo audio cable ................................................ 2  
(3) Remote control unit (RC455SD) ................................. 1  
(4) AA (R6) Batteries ................................................. 2  
(5) Market survey card ............................................... 1  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
FEATURES  
FEATURES ............................................................... 1  
CONNECTION ........................................................... 1  
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS ............................. 2, 3  
CASSETTE TAPES ...................................................... 3  
AUTOMATIC TAPE SELECTION ...................................... 3  
PLAYBACK .............................................................. 4  
RELAY PLAY ............................................................ 4  
RECORDING ............................................................. 5  
PROPER RECORDING LEVEL ........................................ 5  
REC MUTE AND REC PAUSE BUTTON .............................. 5  
DUBBING ................................................................. 6  
SYNCHRO REVERSE DUBBING ....................................6, 7  
SYNCHRO RECORDING PROCEDURE ...............................7  
TAPE COUNTER ........................................................ 7  
DOLBY B AND C NOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM .................... 7  
DOLBY HX PRO HEADROOM EXTENSION SYSTEM .............. 7  
MAINTENANCE .......................................................... 8  
REMOTE CONTROL .................................................... 9  
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT .............................. 9  
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 10  
SPECIFCATIONS ...................................................... 10  
í Computer Controlled Mechanism  
í Dolby HX-Pro Headroom Extension System  
í Dolby B & C Noise Reduction Systems  
í Dual Computing Tape Counter with 4-Digit Readout  
í FL Peak Level Meters  
í Auto Tape Selector  
í 2-Speed Dubbing  
í Relay Playback  
í Remote Controllable  
í Pitch Control Function (DECK A)  
CONNECTION  
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Leave your entire system (including this cassette deck) turned off  
until all connections between the deck and other components  
have been completed.  
Receiver or amplifier  
PMD505  
WHITE  
L
WHITE  
PB REC  
L
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
LINE  
R
R
IN OUT  
WHITE  
WHITE  
L
TAPE-1  
LINE  
RED  
RED  
IN  
OUT  
L
L
R
R
R
RED  
RED  
Power supply  
outlet.  
í Connecting the Deck to an Amplifier  
í Installation Precautions  
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Before connecting the deck to your amplifier, please review  
your amplifiers instruction manual.  
If the deck is placed near an amplifier, TV or tuner, noise (induced  
hum) or beat interference may result, especially during FM or AM  
reception. If this occurs, place the deck further away from other  
components or reorient its position.  
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Use the white plugs for the left channel and red plugs for the  
right channel.  
í Tape Dubbing  
Many stereo amplifiers and receivers have tape dubbing  
¼
Caution  
circuitry so that tape duplication can be performed between  
two or more tape decks. Review your amplifiers instruction  
manual for a full explanation of this mode of operation.  
A mechanical sound is heard the first time the power switch is  
set to ONafter the power cord is plugged into an outlet. This  
is the sound of the cassette mechanism being set to the  
proper operating state, and is normal.  
(When using an AC outlet on a receiver or amplifier, used an  
UNSWITCHEDoutlet.)  
í Connecting Headphones  
To listen through headphones, plug your headphones into the  
PHONES jack.  
í REMOTE CONTROL  
For the operation of the system control.  
The following functions of this Marantz product can be remote-  
controlled.  
Play, FF, REW, Stop, Rec, Rec Pause, Rec Mute, Counter  
Reset, Direction, Deck A, Deck B.  
However, the remote-controllable functions are dependednt on the  
type of remote control used.  
If this Marantz product is to be remote-controlled by a Marantz  
Learning Remote Control, please refer to the Command Code  
Table of page 8.  
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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS  
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CASSETTE DECK PMD505  
COUNTER  
RESET  
COUNTER  
RESET  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
DUBBING SPEED  
SYNC REV NORMAL HIGH  
REC LEVEL  
REC  
PAUSE  
REC MUTE  
TIMER  
REC  
OFF  
PLAY  
REV. MODE  
CCONT. PLAY  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO REVERSE  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
MIN  
MAX  
PHONES  
EJECT  
EJECT  
PITCH  
CONTROL  
POWER ON/OFF  
PLAY A  
BREC/PLAY  
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Power Switch (POWER)  
Press once to turn the power to deck on, and once more to turn  
the power off.  
The deck remains in a standby (non-operative) mode for  
approximately 2 seconds after it is switched on.  
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Dolby NR Switch (DOLBY NR)  
To record or playback tapes with Dolby B or C-type noise  
reduction, set this switch to Bor C. Turn it OFFwhen not  
using the Dolby NR system.  
Reverse Mode Switch (REV MODE)  
Select the tape of tape transport. The reverse mode can be set  
Eject Button ( EJECT)  
Press this button to open the cassette compornent cover, When  
the tape is running, press the STOP ( ) button first to stop  
tape transport, then press the Eject button.  
to  
(one side),  
(both side),  
(continuous  
playback).  
Dubbing Speed Buttons (DUBBING SPEED)  
Pressing the NORMAL button starts regular speed dubbing  
from deck A to deck B. Press the HIGH button to perform  
dubbing at double speed. See page 6.  
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Counter Reset Button (COUNTER RESET)  
Press this button to reset the tape counter to zero.  
Tape Transport Buttons  
Forward Play Button  
Reverse Play Button  
Stop Button  
Press to Forward playback tape.  
Press to Reverse playback tape.  
(PLAY)  
(PLAY)  
(STOP)  
(REW)  
(FF)  
Press to stop the tape in any mode.  
Press for fast rewind.  
Fast Rewind Button  
Fast Forward Button  
Press for fast forwarding  
Press the REC button and PLAY button simultaneously to start recording. If only the REC button is pressed,  
the deck enters the Recording Pause mode.  
(REC)  
(Deck B only)  
Rec Button  
Pressing this button in the Recording Pause mode will start Auto Rec Mute, and a 4-second silent space is  
recorded onto the tape. See page 5.  
REC MUTE  
(Deck B only)  
Rec Mute Button  
Rec Pause Button  
Press this button to enter the recording pause mode from the recording or recording mute mode. This  
button can only be used during recording. See page 5.  
(PAUSE)  
(Deck B only)  
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Rec Level Control (REC LEVEL)  
This knob adjusts the recording input level. It affects the level in  
both channels. See page 5.  
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Remote Sensor  
Each of PLAY, FF, REW, STOP, REC, REC PAUSE, REC MUTE,  
DIRECTION, COUNTER RESET, DECK A and DECK B”  
functions can be remote controlled with wireless handset.  
Cassette Compartment Cover  
If the cover is not closed completely, the tape transport buttons  
will remain inoperative.  
NOTE:  
Note that only the A deck can be operated with remote control  
units which have no A/B selector button.  
Headphone Jack (PHONES)  
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Syncro Reverse Button (SYNC REV)  
Press this button to set the SYNC REV mode. See page 6.  
For private music enjoyment without disturbing others, or for  
monitoring a recording, a headphone set may be connected to  
this jack. Use a headphone with an impedance rating of 8 to  
1200 ohms.  
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Display  
Indicators with an encircled number light up when the  
corresponding button is pressed.  
a
b
c
d
e
f
Peak Level Meter  
L
dB ȍ 30 20 10  
8
3
0
3
+6  
Direction & Pause Indicators  
Multi Counter  
R
SYNC REV  
REC  
HIGH DUB  
PLAY NORM DUB PLAY  
SYNC REV Indicator  
Mode Indicators  
Dubbing Indicators  
a b d  
c
e
f
e
c
b
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PITCH CONTROL Knob  
Used to vary the pitch (key of music) during playback of a  
cassette. (Only the pitch of Deck A can be varied.)  
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TIMER Switch (TIMER playback/TIMER recording)  
The select switch for use in timer playback or timer recording  
using an audio timer.  
Turn the PITCH CONTROL clockwise to heighten the pitch by  
increasing the tape transport speed.  
Set this switch to the OFF position when timer playback or timer  
recording is not required.  
Turn it counterclockwise to lower the pitch by decreasing the  
tape transport speed.  
CASSETTE TAPES  
í Handling Precautions  
í Storage Precautions  
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C-120 Cassettes  
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Do not store cassette tapes in a place where they will be subject  
to:  
C-120 cassette tapes are not recommended as they use a very  
thin tape base which may become tangled around the capstan or  
pinch roller.  
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Extremely high temperature or excessive moisture  
Excessive dust  
Direct sunlight  
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Tape Slack  
Before putting a tape into the deck, take up any slack with a  
pencil or your finger tip. This precaution prevents the tape from  
becoming entangled around the capstan or pinch roller.  
Magnetic fields (near TV sets or speakers)  
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To eliminate tape slack, store your cassettes in cassette cases  
with hub stops  
í Accidental Erasure Prevention  
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All cassettes have erasure prevention tabs for each side. To  
protect valuable recordings from accidental or inadvertent  
erasure, remove the tab for the appropriate side with a  
screwdriver or another tool.  
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To record on a tape whose erasure prevention tabs have been  
removed, cover the tab holes with adhesive tape.  
Erasure prevention tab for side A  
Erasure prevention tab for side B  
AUTOMATIC TAPE SELECTION  
This Stereo Cassette Deck contains an automatic tape selector which  
automatically selects the optimum bias and equalization for the tape  
in use. This is accomplished by detection of the tape type detections  
holes in the cassette housing.  
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If a tape without tape type detection holes is used, the deck  
will be set for normal tapes.  
Detection holes  
for metal tape  
Detection holes for  
chrome tape  
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PLAYBACK  
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The operations described below apply to deck A and deck B alike.  
Switch on your amplifier or receiver.  
Set the Function Selector or Tape Monitor switch on your amplifier or receiver to TAPE or Tape monitor position.  
The numbers in the illustration below depict the order in which operation steps are carried out.  
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CASSETTE DECK PMD505  
COUNTER  
RESET  
COUNTER  
RESET  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
DUBBING SPEED  
SYNC REV NORMAL HIGH  
REC LEVEL  
REC  
PAUSE  
REC MUTE  
TIMER  
REC  
OFF  
PLAY  
REV. MODE  
CCONT. PLAY  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO REVERSE  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
MIN  
MAX  
PHONES  
EJECT  
EJECT  
PITCH  
CONTROL  
POWER ON/OFF  
PLAY A  
BREC/PLAY  
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1. Press the POWER switch qto the ON (  
2. Press the EJECT button wto open  
the cassette compartment cover e.  
3. Load the cassette tape and close the cassette compartment cover  
e.  
) position.  
6. Press the PLAY (  
or  
) button yto being playback.  
Indicator  
Transport Direction  
Forward  
Reverse  
4. When listening to a tape that has been recorded with Dolby noise  
reduction, set the DOLBY NR switch rto match the system used  
at the time of recording.  
7. Press the STOP ( ) button uto stop the playback.  
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In the continuous playback mode (REV MODE set to  
playback of both tape sides will be repeated 5 times and then  
stop automatically.  
),  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
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If different types of Dolby noise reduction are used for record  
and playback, playback response will be adversely effected.  
When power is turned off during tape transport, it may not be  
OFF  
5. Select the type of tape transport with the REV MODE switch t.  
possible to remove the cassette by pressing the  
EJECT  
REV. MODE  
button. In this case, turn on power again before you press the  
EJECT button.  
Mode  
Switch position  
To listen to one side only  
To listen to playback of both sides  
To listen to continuous play back of  
both sides and both decks.  
RELAY PLAY (continuous playback of the tapes in deck A and deck B)  
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Load a cassette tape into deck A and B, and set the Dolby NR button correctoly.  
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CASSETTE DECK PMD505  
COUNTER  
RESET  
COUNTER  
RESET  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
DUBBING SPEED  
REC LEVEL  
SYNC REV NORMAL  
HIGH  
REC  
PAUSE  
REC MUTE  
TIMER  
REC  
OFF  
PLAY  
REV. MODE  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO REVERSE  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
CCONT. PLAY  
MIN  
MAX  
PHONES  
EJECT  
EJECT  
PITCH  
CONTROL  
POWER ON/OFF  
PLAY A  
BREC/PLAY  
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Relay play will play deck A and B in succession for 5 times,  
upon which playback stops (Deck A Ǟ Deck B Ǟ Deck A Ǟ  
Deck B Ǟ Deck A) or (Deck B Ǟ Deck A Ǟ Deck B Ǟ Deck A  
Ǟ Deck B).  
1. REV MODE set to  
2. Press the PLAY ( ) button wof the deck you first wish to listen  
q.  
to.  
3. To stop relay play, press the STOP ( ) button eof the deck  
currently playing the tape.  
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RECORDING (DECK B only)  
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Switch on your amplifier or receiver and the source component.  
Set the Function Selector and the REC Selector on your amplifier or receiver to the source to record, with Tape Monitor switch (it available) set to monitor  
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CASSETTE DECK PMD505  
COUNTER  
RESET  
COUNTER  
RESET  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
DUBBING SPEED  
SYNC REV NORMAL HIGH  
REC LEVEL  
REC  
PAUSE  
REC MUTE  
TIMER  
REC  
OFF  
PLAY  
REV. MODE  
CCONT. PLAY  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO REVERSE  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
MIN  
MAX  
PHONES  
EJECT  
EJECT  
PITCH  
CONTROL  
POWER ON/OFF  
PLAY A  
BREC/PLAY  
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1. Press the POWER switch qto the ON (  
) position.  
5. Press the REC ( ) button !to set the recording pause mode.  
2. Load the cassette tape w.  
REC  
The  
and  
indicator will light up.  
(Check that the erasure prevention tabs of the cassette housing  
have not been broken off.)  
6. Adjust the recording level with the REC LEVEL control ywhile  
watching the Peak Level Meter.  
3. Move the DOLBY NR switch eand select the Dolby NR type that  
suits the recording.  
7. Press the PLAY ( ) button u to start the recording.  
PLAY  
REC  
Indicator will light during recording.  
The  
and the  
8. To pause the recording, press the PAUSE ( ) button o. Press  
the PLAY ( ) button uor PAUSE ( ) button oto resume  
recording.  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
9. To stop recording, press the STOP ( ) button i.  
Caution:  
4. Select the type of tape transport with the REV MODE switch r.  
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Be careful not to erase important recordings by mistake.  
Inadvertent start of recording will happen in the following cases:  
Mode  
To record on only one side  
To continuously record on  
both sides  
Switch position  
or  
REC  
1. If the PLAY button is pressed while the indicator lights,  
recording starts.  
2. If the PLAY and REC ( ) button are pressed at the same  
time, recording starts.  
The best way to avoid accidental erasure is to break off the two  
erasure prevention tabs on the cassette housing.  
PROPER RECORDING LEVEL  
A too high recording level can saturate the tape and cause distortion.  
On the other hand, if the recording level is set too low, soft passages  
will be marked by residual noise. A proper recording level is the  
single most important factor for making well balanced recordings.  
Note:  
The optimum recording level differs depending on the program  
source and the type of tape used.  
Guideline for maximum recording level  
0 dB level on peaks  
ѿ1 dB level on peaks  
ѿ3 dB level on peaks  
TYPE q (Normal)  
TYPE w (High position)  
TYPE r (Metal)  
REC MUTE AND REC PAUSE BUTTON  
1. To record a 4-second blank section during recording:  
Press the REC MUTE button t. A 4-second blank will be  
recorded and the deck will enter the recording Pause mode.  
2. To record a 4-second blank section during the recording Pause  
mode:  
3. To cancel recording of blank space:  
Press the PAUSE ( ) button o. Blank space recording will be  
canceled and the deck enters the recording Pause mode.  
4. To extend the blank section with another 4 seconds or more:  
Simply press the REC MUTE button tand the blank section will  
be increased with another 4 seconds.  
Press the REC MUTE button tfrom the recording Pause mode.  
A 4 second blank will be recorded and the deck will enter the  
recording Pause mode again.  
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DUBBING (from deck A to deck B)  
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Switch on the amplifier or receiver.  
Set the Function Selector or Tape Monitor switch on your amplifier or receiver to TAPE or Tape monitor position.  
w
t
w
CASSETTE DECK PMD505  
COUNTER  
RESET  
COUNTER  
RESET  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
DUBBING SPEED  
REC LEVEL  
SYNC REV NORMAL  
HIGH  
REC  
PAUSE  
REC MUTE  
TIMER  
REC  
OFF  
PLAY  
REV. MODE  
CCONT. PLAY  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
MIN  
MAX  
PHONES  
EJECT  
EJECT  
PITCH  
CONTROL  
POWER ON/OFF  
PLAY A  
BREC/PLAY  
+
e q  
r
yu  
4. To being normal speed dubbing, press the DUBBING SPEED  
1. Press the POWER switch qto the ON (  
2. Load the cassette tape to be played on deck A and the one to be  
recorded in deck B w.  
) position.  
NORMAL button r. The NORM DUB indicator will light at this  
time.  
To high speed dubbing, press the DUBBING SPEED HIGH button  
r.  
3. Select the type of tape transport with the REV MODE switch e.  
REV. MODE  
The HIGH DUB indicator will light at this time.  
5. To stop dubbing, press the STOP ( ) button tof deck A or deck  
B.  
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When dubbing, the recording level and the Dolby NR recording  
will be the same as those of the playback tape, regardless of  
the positions of the REC LEVEL control and the DOLBY NR  
switch.  
Reverse mode  
Operation  
Dubbing is performed only for one side.  
The decks stop when either deck A or B  
reaches the end of the tape.  
The tape direction is reversed on each deck  
when they reach the end of the tape.  
(This is convenient for dubbing to a tape with  
a different length.)  
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¼
When listening to the playback sound during normal speed  
dubbing, the DOLBY NR switch remains off even if it is  
pressed.  
Operation using the REC MUTE uand PAUSE ( ) ybuttons  
of deck B is permitted during normal speed dubbing.  
or  
SYNCHRO REVERSE DUBBING  
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t
w
CASSETTE DECK PMD505  
COUNTER  
RESET  
COUNTER  
RESET  
DOLBY NR  
C
B
OFF  
DUBBING SPEED  
REC LEVEL  
SYNC REV NORMAL  
HIGH  
REC  
PAUSE  
REC MUTE  
TIMER  
REC  
OFF  
PLAY  
REV. MODE  
CCONT. PLAY  
AUTO REVERSE  
AUTO REVERSE  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
AUTO TAPE SELECT/HIGH SPEED DUBBING  
MIN  
MAX  
PHONES  
EJECT  
EJECT  
PITCH  
CONTROL  
POWER ON/OFF  
PLAY A  
BREC/PLAY  
+
e q  
i
yu  
r
During dubbing of the side facing you, the deck that first reaches the  
end if the tape will stand by until the other deck reaches the end of  
the tape, direction together.  
(Depending on the manufacturer, the length of tapes having the same  
recording time may differ somewhat. Setting this mode permits the  
arrangement of the begining portion of the opposite side of the tape.)  
1. Press the POWER switch qto the ON (  
2. Load the cassette tape to be played on deck A and the one to be  
) position.  
recorded in deck B w.  
3. Select the  
position of the REV MODE switch e.  
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4. Press the SYNC REV button ito set the SYNC REV Mode.  
The SYNC REV Indicator will light up.  
6. To stop dubbing, press the STOP ( ) button tof deck A or  
deck B.  
To release SYNC REV mode, press the SYNC REV button again.  
When direction of Deck A and Deck B is only Forward ( ), the  
SYNC REV mode can be set.  
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When dubbing, the recording level and the Dolby NR  
recording will be the same as those of the playback tape,  
regardless of the positions of the REC LEVEL control and the  
DOLBY NR switch.  
When listening to the playback sound during normal speed  
dubbing, the DOLBY NR switch remains off even if it is  
pressed.  
5. To being normal speed dubbing, press the DUBBING SPEED  
NORMAL button r. The NORM DUB indicator will light at this  
time.  
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¼
To high speed dubbing, press the DUBBING SPEED HIGH button  
r.  
The HIGH DUB indicator will light at this time.  
Operation using the REC MUTE uand PAUSE ( ) y  
buttons of deck B is permitted during normal speed dubbing.  
SYNCHRO RECORDING PROCEDURE (Deck B)  
¼
The following operation is available only when a MARANTZ CD  
player with the synchro recording capability is connected to the  
cassette deck.  
To use synchro recording, connect the remote control cord  
terminals on the CD player and cassette deck.  
4. Adjust the recording level with the REC LEVEL control.  
5. Start edit playback of the CD player. (The operation procedure  
may be variable between CD players with edit function. Refer to  
the instruction manual of your CD player.)  
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¼
¼
When the MARANTZ PMD371 CD changer is used, it is possible to  
1. Load a cassette tape in Deck B.  
set the REV. MODE switch to “  
. (This enables to record  
2. If Dolby NR recording is required, select type B or C.  
3. Press the RECORD/o button to put the cassette deck in record-  
pause mode.  
both A and B sides continuously.)  
When other MARANTZ CD player than the above mentioned  
models is used, set the REV. MODE switch to “  
. (This  
causes only tape side A or B to be recorded.)  
TAPE COUNTER  
1) Operation of the Tape Counter  
¼
¼
During recording and playback operations, the counter is useful  
for noting the location of existing programs or positions where  
recording is to be started.  
The reading of this counter does not correspond with that of any  
other deck.  
(1) Press the COUNTER RESET button to reset the counter to  
.  
(2) By using the PLAY, FF, or REW functions, the reading of the  
counter will change to indicate index position.  
DOLBY B AND C NOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM  
¼
The Dolby noise reduction system substantially reduces the tape  
background noise (hiss) inherent in the cassette medium.  
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The operating principle of Dolby C NR is similar to that of Dolby B  
NR except for the encoding/decoding response curves. The noise  
reduction effect obtained with Dolby C NR is up to 20 dB,  
compared to 10 dB with Dolby B NR. In addition, Dolby C NR uses  
an anti-saturation network and spectral skewing circuitry for a  
significant improvement in the dynamic range of the mid-to high-  
frequencies.  
¼
Tape background noise consists primarily of high frequency  
information, which is particularly annoying during soft passages,  
The Dolby NR system increases the level of low volume mid and  
high frequency signals during recording and reduces the level of  
these signals by an identical amount during playback, As a result,  
the playback signal is identical to the original source, but the level  
of background noise generated by the tape is greatly reduced.  
DOLBY HX PRO HEADROOM EXTENSION SYSTEM  
This deck is equipped with the Dolby HX PRO headroom extension  
system. Since the system functions automatically during recording, no  
switching operation or adjustment is required. The system is effective  
with any type of Normal, High and Metal tape.  
The Dolby HX PRO headroom extension system functions during  
recording to raise the saturation level in the high frequency range.  
Therefore, most of the high frequency range distorted or lost during  
recording on conventional cassette decks are more faithfully  
recorded on the new MARANTZ cassette deck.  
Features of the Dolby HX PRO Headroom Extension System  
(1) Performance of Normal and High Position tapes can be improved  
to very close of that offered by Metal tape.  
(2) The dynamics in the high frequency range are improved  
significantly.  
(3) Since no decoding is necessary during playback, the improved  
sound can be enjoyed on any type of tape deck, including  
portable players and car audio systems.  
(4) The system functions whether the Dolby B/C NR system is  
engaged or not.  
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MAINTENANCE  
í Head cleaning  
í Cleaning the Pinch Rollers and Capstans  
After long usage, tape coating or dust may adhere to the heads,  
causing deterioration of sound. Therefore, the parts depicted in  
the illustration should be cleaned reguraly. Use a cotton swab  
moistened with a tape head cleaning solution (such as alcohol).  
If the pinch roller or capstans accumulate dust, tape transport may  
become unstable, as a result from slippage, during recording or  
playback. The tape can also be damaged if it gets entangled in  
the capstan.  
Clean these parts with a cotton swab or a soft cloth moistened with  
a tape head cleaning solution (such as alcohol).  
Note:  
1. Some cleaning cassettes on the market have strong abrasive  
effects and may scratch the heads. Always use cotton swabs  
instead of cleaning cassettes.  
2. Since the use of metal tape is apt to collect more dust on the  
heads, the heads should be cleaned more often to enjoy the  
best possible sound.  
í Demagnetizing the Heads  
The heads may become magnetized after long usage or if  
storongly magnetized objects are brought near them. The result is  
a generation of noise, loss of the high frequency range, and in  
extreme cases erasure of trable components on pre-recorded  
tapes in combination with added noise.  
Thus, the heads should be demagnetized at regular intervals.  
(Head demagnetizers are sparately available from your dealer.)  
í How to Demagnetize the Tape Heads  
1. Turn off the power.  
2. Turn on the demagnetizer while it is at least 30 cm away from  
the heads. Bring the demagnetizer near the heads and slowly  
move it in small circles four or five times in front of each head,  
making sure you do not touch them.  
3. Slowly move the demagnetizer away and turn it off when it is at  
least 30 cm away from the heads.  
4. For more details, please read the User Guide provided with the  
demagnetizer (optional).  
í CAPABILITY OF REMOTE CONTROL  
RC-5 CODE  
PLAY (  
FF (  
)
1853  
1852  
1850  
1848  
1854  
1855  
1842  
1849  
1844  
1846  
1847  
)
REW (  
PAUSE (  
STOP (  
REC  
)
)
)
REC MUTE  
COUNTER RESET  
DECK A  
DECK B  
DIRECTION (  
)
8
 
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT  
REMOTE CONTROL  
1. Remote control  
Operate the remote control unit (RC455SD) within a distance of  
approx. 5 m from the infrared signal reception window (remote  
sensor) on the front of the CASSETTE DECK.  
Remote control operation may not be possible if the remote control  
unit's transmitter is not pointing in the direction of the remote sensor  
or if there is an obstruction between the transmitter and the remote  
sensor.  
z
A
DECK B  
RESET  
n
m
,
x
c
REC  
REC MUTE  
Remote control operating range  
v
b
.
Approx. 5m  
RC455SD  
60˚  
Cassette deck  
Remote control unit  
z A/B button Mechanism select buttons (DECK A/B):  
Press to select the deck mechanism, Deck A or Deck B, to be  
controlled.  
2. Loading batteries  
Batteries in this remote control unit have a life of approximately 1 year  
under normal operating conditions. When the remote control unit is  
not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.  
Also, when you notice that the batteries are starting to run down,  
replace them as soon as possible.  
x
(REC PAUSE) button:  
Press this button to enter the recording pause mode from the  
recording or recording mute mode. This button can only be used  
during recording. See page 5.  
(1) Remove the battery cover.  
c
Press the REC button, the deck enters the Recording Pause mode.  
See page 5.  
REC button:  
Remote control unit Rear side  
v (Play button):  
Press to playback tape.  
b (Fast rewind button):  
Press for fast rewind.  
(2) Insert the batteries with correct e/ȕ orientation.  
n RESET button:  
Press to tape counter reset.  
Two AA-size (R6 batteries)  
m REC MUTE button:  
Press the REC MUTE button, the Recording Pause mode will start  
Auto Rec Mute, and a 4-second silent space is recorded onto the  
tape. See page 5.  
,
After starting playback, press the forward ( ) or reverse ( ) to  
select the top playback direction.  
(DIRECTION) button:  
. (Fast forward button):  
Press for fast forwarding.  
(3) Close the battery cover until it clicks shut.  
Press to cancel any operation modes and stop the tape travel of the deck.  
(STOP) button:  
9
 
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Check the following before you draw the conclusion that your Stereo Cassette Deck is malfunctions.  
1. Are all the connections correct?  
2. Are all system components being operated correctly in accordance with the operating instructions?  
3. Are the speakers and amplifier/receiver functioning correctly?  
If the tape deck still does not function properly, check the symptom against the list below. If the symptom does not correspond to the check list,  
please contact your MARANTZ dealer.  
Problem  
Cause  
Remedy  
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¼
¼
¼
Power cord is disconnected.  
Tape is loose.  
Cassette is not loaded properly.  
Defective cassette.  
¼
¼
¼
¼
Check power cord.  
Tighten tape with a pencil, etc.  
Load cassette properly.  
Replace cassette.  
Tape does not run.  
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¼
No cassette is loaded.  
Erase prevention tabs are broken off.  
¼
¼
Load cassette.  
Cover hole with plastic tape.  
Tape is not recorded when REC button is  
pressed.  
¼
¼
¼
¼
Heads, capstan or pinch roller are dirty.  
Tape is wound too tight.  
Recording input level is too high.  
Tape is worn out and has dropouts.  
¼
¼
¼
¼
Clean them.  
Fast forward or rewind to loosen tape winding.  
Adjust recording input level.  
Replace tape.  
Sound is warbled or distorted.  
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¼
¼
¼
Tape is worn.  
Heads, capstan or pinch roller are dirty.  
Heads are magnetized.  
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¼
¼
¼
Replace tape.  
Clean them.  
Demagnetize heads.  
Adjust recording input level.  
Excessive noise.  
Recording input level is too low.  
High frequency range (treble) is emphasized.  
High frequency range (treble) is lost.  
¼
Dolby NR switch is set improperly.  
¼
Set Dolby NR switch properly.  
¼
¼
Heads are dirty.  
Tape is worn.  
¼
¼
Clean them.  
Replace tape.  
¼
If the POWER switch is turned off in either  
during recording or playback and the unit is  
stopped, there may be case when the  
cassette cannot be removed, even if the (  
EJECT) button is pressed.  
¼
¼
Turn the POWER switch ON (  
then press the STOP ( ) button.  
) again, and  
The cassette tape cannot be removed.  
Now, press the (  
the cassette tape.  
EJECT) button to remove  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Type  
Vertical tape loading; 4-track 2-channel stereo double  
cassette deck  
Playback head ҂1 recording/playback head ҂1  
Erase head (Double-gap ferrite) ҂1  
DC servo motor ҂2  
Inputs LINE  
Output LINE  
100 mV input level at maximum  
Input impedance: 50 kohms unbalanced  
460 mV (0 dB) output level at maximum  
(with 47 kohms load, recorded level of  
200 nWb/mm)  
0.95 mW output level at maximum  
(optimum load impedance 8 ohms ~ 1.2 kohms)  
Heads  
Motors  
Tape Speed  
4.8 cm/sec. 9.5 cm/sec. (When high speed dubbing)  
PHONES  
Fast Forward,  
Rewind Time  
Recording Bias  
Overall S/N Ratio  
(at 3% THD level)  
Overall Frequency  
Response  
Approx. 110 sec. with a C-60 cassette  
Approx. 100 kHz  
Power Consumption 0.13 A  
Dimensions  
7
5
9
17- /16 (W) ҂ 5- /16 (H) ҂ 12- /16 (D) inches  
440 (W) ҂ 124 (H) ҂ 286 (D) mm  
8.58 lbs oz (4.0 kg)  
Dolby C NR on: more than 74 dB (CCIR/ARM)  
Weight  
25 ~ 18,000 Hz Ȁ3 dB (at Ҁ20 dB, Metal tape)  
Channel Separation More than 40 dB (at 1 kHz)  
Wow & Flutter 0.09 % WRMS, Ȁ0.1 % w. peak  
* Above specifications ans design are subject to change without prior notes.  
Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. HX Pro originated by Bang &  
Olufsen.  
DOLBY, the double-D symbol  
and HX PROare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
10  
 
Limited Warranty  
Limitation of Implied Warranties  
Your Marantz Professional product is warranted against  
manufacturer defect for period of one year parts and labor.  
All implied warranties, including warranties or merchantability  
and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to  
the length or this warranty.  
Except as specified below this warranty covers defects in  
material and workmanship. The following are not covered  
under warranty.  
Exclusion of Damages  
Liability for any defective product is limited to repair or  
replacement of the product at manufacturer's option.  
Manufacturer shall not be liable for damage to other products  
caused by any defects in Marantz products, damages based  
upon inconvenience or loss of use of the product, or any other  
damages, whether incidental, consequential, or otherwise.  
1. a) Damage, deterioration, malfunction or failure to meet  
performance specification resulting from:  
b) Accidents, acts of nature, misuse, abuse, neglect or  
unauthorized product modification.  
c) Improper installation, removal or maintenance, or failure  
to follow supplied instruction.  
d) Repair or attempted repair by a non Marantz authorized  
agent.  
e) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented  
to the carrier).  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of  
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations  
and exclusions may not apply to you.  
f) Any cause other than a defect in manufacturing.  
2. Cleaning, check-ups with no fault found, or changes  
incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of the  
product.  
How State Law Relates to the Warranty  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have  
other rights which may vary from state to state.  
3. Any serialized product on which the serial number has  
been defaced, modified or removed.  
4. Batteries and battery chargers.  
5. Accessories, including but not limited to, cables, mounting  
hardware and brackets, cleaning accessories, power cords  
and adapters, and carry cases.  
Marantz Professional Service Number:  
Marantz Professional Factory Service (630) 820-4800  
6. Product purchased outside the United States, its  
possessions or territories.  
This warranty is enforceable only in the United States and its  
possessions or territories.  
Non-Transferable Warranty  
This warranty may be enforced only by the original purchaser.  
What We Will Pay For  
We will pay for all labor and material expense for items covered  
by the warranty.  
How You Can Get Service  
1. If your unit needs service, contact our service referral at the  
appropriate telephone number indicated below. We will  
advise you of the name and location of one or more  
warranty authorized service centers from which service may  
be obtained. Please do not return your unit directly to us.  
2. You must pay any shipping charges if it is necessary to ship  
the product for service. If the necessary repairs are covered  
by the warranty, we will pay the return shipping charges to  
your location anywhere in the United States or its territories.  
3. Whenever warranty service is required, you must present  
the original dated sales receipt or other proof of date  
purchased.  
 
R
is a registered trademark.  
Printed in China  
02/07 SG 286W851280  
 

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