Sony MDS-JA333ES Operating Instructions - Page 44

Using the CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system This MD deck is compatible with the CONTROL A1ΙΙ Control System. The CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system was designed to simplify the operation of audio systems composed of separate Sony components. CONTROL A1ΙΙ connections provide a path for the transmission of control signals that enable automatic operation and control features usually associated with integrated systems. Currently, CONTROL A1ΙΙ connections between a Sony MD deck, CD player, amplifier (receiver), and cassette deck provide automatic function selection and synchronized recording. In the future the CONTROL A1ΙΙ connection will work as a multifunction bus allowing you to control various functions for each component. Note The CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system is designed to maintain upward compatibility as the control system is upgraded to handle new functions. In this case, however, older components will not be compatible with the new functions. CONTROL A1ΙΙ and CONTROL A1 compatibility The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the CONTROL A1ΙΙ which is the standard system in the Sony 300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components. Components with CONTROL A1 jacks are compatible with components with CONTROL A1ΙΙ, and can be connected to each other. Basically, the majority of the functions available with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with the CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system. However, when making connections between components with CONTROL A1 jacks and components with CONTROL A1ΙΙ jacks, the number of functions that can be controlled may be limited depending on the component. For detailed information, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component(s). Connecting the CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system Connect monaural (2P) mini-plug cables in series to the CONTROL A1ΙΙ jacks on the back of each component. You can connect up to ten CONTROL A1ΙΙ compatible components in any order. However, you can connect only one of each type of component (i.e., 1 CD player, 1 MD deck, 1 tape deck and 1 receiver). (You may be able to connect more than one CD player or MD deck, depending on the model. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the respective component for details.) Example Amplifier CD player MD deck Tape deck Other (Receiver) component In the CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system, the control signals flow both ways, so there is no distinction of IN and OUT jacks. If a component has more than one CONTROL A1ΙΙ jack, you can use either one, or connect different components to each jack. About the connecting cable When a CONTROL A1ΙΙ compatible component is not supplied with a connecting cable, use a commercially available monaural (2P) mini-plug cable less than 2 meters (6.6 feet) long, with no resistance (such as the Sony RK-G69HG). Basic functions of the CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system Automatic function selection When you connect CONTROL A1ΙΙ compatible Sony components using CONTROL A1ΙΙ cables (not supplied), the function selector on the amplifier (or receiver) automatically switches to the correct input when you press the play button on one of the connected components. (For example, when you press N (play button) on the MD deck while the CD is playing, the function selector on the amplifier switches from CD to MD.) Notes • This function works only when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of the function buttons. In this case, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the receiver. • When recording, do not play any components other than the recording source. It will cause the automatic function selection to operate. Other Functions 44 GB Using the CONTROL A1ΙΙ control system