Like the
name Pioneer itself, their CT-F (Front-access) decks have come to stand for the
maximum in high fidelity performance, conveniance and reliability for
audiophiles the world over. Now for the first time in this popular price range, they are offering a CT-F Series stereo cassette deck with excellent performance
of our top-of-the-line models CT-F9191 or -F7171 and so on : built-in Dolby-B
noise reduction and a special Dolby-compatible circuit format to match ;
built-in MPX filter for ideal recording of FM stereo broadcasts; independent
Bias and EQ switches for maximum frequency response and lowest distortion from
virtually any kind of tape; long-life permalloy-solid rec/playback head for
dependable and clean musical performance; a fully automatic stop mechanism
which functions faultlessly in all modes, plus dirct-change operation levers,
large level meters annd more.
And just to
remind you again of the advantages of our front-load, front-control design,
remember that it lets you "stack or rack" the CT-F2121 over, under or
between other components in your system to save space and simplify actual use.
Pioneer performance, convenience and reliability - qualities that are easy to
imitate but dificult to match, especially at such an attractive price.
The CT-F
2121 extraordinary cassette deck with Dolby .
Unitil now,
only higher priced cassette deck and reel and reel decks provided enough
recording capability and features to match a sophisticated high fidelity
system, but Pioneer's engineers, in two-year project, have designed the
no-compromise CT-F 2121 deck to outperform anything in its under 200 dollar
price class. We are truly pround of its accomplishments.
Its
front-loading , front-control operation makes it fit easily into your system,
under, above or next to your other components. As for features, the CT-F 2121
is loaded. Here are some of them:
[1] It has
built-in Dolby B noise reduction circuitry. Recording signal-to-noise ratio is
improved as much 10 dB with standard low-noise tapes - even more with the new
CrO₂ formulations.
[2] There
are separated bias and equalization switches to bring out the Ct-F 2121's
fullest recording capabilities no matter what kind of cassette tape you use.
And a chart is included to show you the right settings for most popular brands
of tape.
[3]
Operation is esy and unusually flexible. The Ct-F 2121's six-lever-type
controls provide fast jam-proof operation. You can even change from one mode to
another without going through the Stop position.
[4] the
easy-to-see front panel cassette loading compartment is illuminated for instant
inside viewing. Inserting or withdrawing a cassette is as easy as snapping your
fingers.
[5] A long
lasting permalloy-solid record/playback head gives you clean, wide-range sound.
Sound of a quality never before possible in an under two hundred dollar
cassette deck.
And an
automatic stop mechanism that functions in any mode to protect both the deck
and your tapes, two large, illuminated VU meters and pioneer's traditionally
handsome design, and you can easily see how the CF-F 2121's incredible
combination of performance and features is comparable with cassette decks
costing much more. Pioneer's
new CT-F 2121 gives new meaning to the
word "value" in cassette decks.
Specifications
Type: Compact cassette tape deck 2-channel
stereo/mono
Recording: AC bias system
Ersing: AC
push-pull system
Heads: Permalloy Solid recording/playback
Other: 1 x
head; 1 x Ferrirte erasing head
Motor: Electronically controlled DC motor
Fast Winding
Time: aprox. 80 sec/C-60 tape
Wow and
Flutter: no more than 0,12% (WRMS)
Frequency
Response:
Standard, LH
Tapes : 30 to 13,000 Hz (40 to 11,000 Hz
±3 dB)
Chromium Dioxide Tape : 30 to 16,000 Hz (40 to
12,000 Hz ±3 dB)
Signal-to-Noise
Ratio:
Dolby Off
: 48 dB (standard and LH tapes)
Dolby On
: 58 dB (over 5 kHz , standard and LH
taoes)
When
chromium dioxide tape is used. Signal-to-Noise ratio is further improved by 4,5
dB over 5 kHz
Inputs
Sensitivity/Max. allowable Input/Impedance::
Mic (6 mm
jack) : 0,3 mV/63 mV/ 20 k Ω (reference Mic impedance: 600 Ω to 20 k Ω)
Line : 63
mV/12V/50 k Ω, Pin jack
Rec/Play
: 10 mV/2V/10 k Ω; 5P jack (DIN
standard)
Outputs
Reference Level/Load Impedance:
Line : 450 mV/50 k Ω , Pin Jacks
Headphone (6
mm stereo jack) : 80 mV/8 Ω
Rec/Play
: 450 mV/50 k Ω; 5P jack (DIN standard)
Semiconductors:
Amplifier
Section: 41 Transistors (including 2
FETs); 28 Diodes (including 3 Zenner Diodes, 1 LEDs)
Motor
Control Section: 2 Transistors; 1 diode
1. Dolby
system (ON-OFF) with indicatorlamp
2. Tape
selector (STD/CrO₂) independently switchable bias and equalizer
3.Full-auto
stop mechanism (in all modes of Play/Rec/FF/Rew)
4.Cassette
compartment illumination
Power Requirements: 110/120/220/240 V 50/60 Hz
Power
Consumption: 13-15 watts
Dimensions
(W x H x D): 350 x 142 x 282 mm
(13-3/4" x 5-5/8" x 11-1/8")
Weight: 6,6 kg (14 lb 9 oz)