Pioneer BD-V3500 Series User manual

DIGITAL HOME TERMINAL
BD-V3500 Series
TIME WARNER
Operating Instructions
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CONTENTS
CONNECTIONS ................................................... 6
CABLE TV RECEPTION ....................................... 7
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................... Back Cover
TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS ..... Back Cover
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ........................................ 4
BD-V3500 DIAGRAM ........................................... 4
FEATURE IDENTIFICATION ................................. 5
Trade Name: PIONEER
Model Number: BD-V3500 Series
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE,
AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE
THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
Responsible Party: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC., Customer Support Div.
Address: 1925 East Dominguez Street, P.O. Box 1760, Long Beach, CA 90801-1760
Phone: [phone]
Webpage address: www.pioneerelectronics.com
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READ INSTRUCTIONS – All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before
the appliance is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the
appliance and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS– All operating and
usage instructions should be followed.
CLEANING – Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. The product should
be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a
soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture
wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile
liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
ATTACHMENTS – Do not use attachments not
recommended by appliance manufacturer
as they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE – Do not use this
appliance near water – for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, commode,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
ACCESSORIES – Do not place this appliance on
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The appliance may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage
to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by
the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow
the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer.
CART – An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart combination to
overturn.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SERVICING – Do not attempt to service this
appliance yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to your cable company.
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.
SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this appliance, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the appliance is in proper
operating condition.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – Unplug this
appliance from the wall outlet and call your
cable company under the following
conditions:
÷When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
÷If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the appliance.
÷If the appliance has been exposed to rain or
water.
÷If the appliance does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore
the appliance to its normal operation.
÷If the appliance has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
÷When the appliance exhibits a distinct
change in performance – this indicates a
need for service.
POLARIZATION – This unit's power cord has a
polarized plug (one blade is 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.
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. Pay particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the appliance.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING– If an
outside antenna or cable system is connected
to the video product, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with respect 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 A.
LIGHTNING – For added protection for the unit
during a lightning storm, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the cable system
input. This will prevent damage due to
lightning and power-line surges.
OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never push objects
of any kind into this appliance 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 appliance.
VENTILATION– Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure
reliable operation of the appliance and to
protect it from overheating. These openings
must not be blocked or covered. They should
never be blocked by placing the appliance
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This appliance should never be placed near
or over a radiator or heat register. This
appliance 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.
POWER SOURCES– The appliance should be
operated only on the voltage indicated on
the product label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult
your appliance dealer or local power
company.
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810 – 20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810 – 21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
FIG. A
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Cable TV brings a wide array of home
entertainment to the cable viewer. To enjoy that
programming, your television must first be set up
to receive the cable signal.
BD-V3500 DIAGRAM
REAR PANEL
FRONT PANEL
FOCUS OF THIS MANUAL
Much of how your BD-V3500 Voyager Home
Terminal operates is determined by your cable TV
service provider. Those operating instructions
may be found in a separate manual. The purpose
of this guide is to assist you with connecting the
Voyager Home Terminal to a TV and/or VCR and
learning about its front- and rear-panel items.
SELECT
–
VOL
+
VOL
CH
CH
MESSAGE BYPASS
POWER
TIME WARNER
Power button
Channel and volume control/
cursor movement keys
CLEAR/multi-purpose key
SELECT key
SmartCard slot
MESSAGE light
Remote sensor window Channel number/time display
Power ON
indicator light
BYPASS light
Baseband audio output connectors
Baseband audio input connectors
Baseband video output connector Baseband video input connector
Baseband S-video output connector
Digital audio output connector
USB connector
Serial port connector
TO TV output
connector
UL caution label
CABLE IN input
connector
AC power inlet
AC power outlet
IR CONTROL jack
SERIALIR
CONTROL PORT
DO NOT OPEN
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
CAUTION
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
TO TV
L
R
VIDEO
INOUT
CABLE IN
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED/UNSWITCHED
400W(3.2A)MAX
120V AC
60Hz
AC INLET
USB
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
NE PAS OUVRIR
DANGER D'ELECTROCUTION
ATTENTION
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FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
AC POWER OUTLET
Provides AC power to the connected TV.
CAUTION:
Connect only the TV AC power cord to this
outlet.
This outlet allows 400 watts maximum power
consumption. To prevent the risk of fire or
damage to the Home Terminal, do not connect
any kind of equipment of more than 400 watts
power use, or any other equipment (toaster,
hair dryer, etc.).
BASEBAND AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS
Connects to the stereo (L and R) audio outputs
of a DVD or LaserDisc player. When the BD-
V3500 is off, this audio goes to the Baseband
Audio Output Connectors.
BASEBAND AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS
Connects to the stereo (L and R) audio inputs of a
VCR, audio amplifier, or TV. Requires audio cables
with male phono (RCA) plugs (not included).
BASEBAND S-VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Connects to the S-video input of a TV or VCR.
Requires special S-video cable (not included). If
your TV or VCR doesn’t have a similar S-video
jack, use the standard baseband video
connection instead.
BASEBAND VIDEO INPUT CONNECTOR
Connects to the video output terminal on a DVD or
LaserDisk player. During power standby status,
the video is output to the output connector.
BASEBAND VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Connects to the standard baseband video input
of a VCR or TV. Requires video cables with male
phono (RCA) plugs (not included).
CABLE IN INPUT CONNECTOR
Connects to the incoming cable service.
Requires 75-ohm coaxial cable with male “F”-
type connectors (not included).
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Connects to the digital audio input on your
stereo amplifier, receiver or digital audio
decoder.
SERIAL PORT CONNECTOR
Connects to a Pioneer-approved serial control
device. Refer to the device manual.
TO TV OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Connects to the TV’s VHF antenna input.
Requires 75-ohm coaxial cable with male “F”-
type connectors.
USB CONNECTOR
Connects to USB (Universal Serial Bus)-
equipped options such as a wireless keyboard
infrared receiver.
IR CONTROL JACK
Connects to the IR CONTROL CABLE (optional)
or other Pioneer-approved infra-red control
device.To prevent malfunction, do not connect
a cable other than the dedicated IR CONTROL
CABLE. Refer to the device manual.
FRONT PANEL
BYPASS LIGHT
Lights when the optional RF Bypass Adapter
module is switched to bypass mode. When in
bypass mode, the Adapter sends cable signals
directly to the TV.
CHANNEL AND VOLUME CONTROL/
CURSOR MOVEMENT KEYS
These keys have different functions, depending
on what is displayed on the TV screen. During
normal TV viewing, the 5/∞(up/down) arrows
change the channel by stepping up or down one
channel at a time. The 2/3(left/right) arrows
adjust the sound level up or down.
When a menu is displayed, these same keys
move the cursor up or down, left or right.
CHANNEL NUMBER/TIME DISPLAY
Shows channel number or current time. Also
shows “rEC”when recording is taking place.
CLEAR/MULTI-PURPOSE KEY
When a menu is displayed, returns you to normal
TV viewing. May also have special functions as
described in the on-screen display.
MESSAGE LIGHT
Blinks when the BD-V3500 receives a message
for you from the cable company, or an E-mail
message from another person.
POWER BUTTON
Turns on the BD-V3500 and lights the Power-On
indicator Light when pressed, or turns all off
when pressed again. May also control the AC
Power Outlet, depending on the BD-V3500’s
settings. (Refer to the separate operating
instruction manual.)
POWER ON INDICATOR LIGHT
Lights to show the BD-V3500 is turned on.
REMOTE SENSOR WINDOW
Receives signals from the remote control.
IMPORTANT:
Do not block this window.
SELECT KEY
Selects the desired action highlighted on the
screen.
SMARTCARD SLOT
Accepts a special card provided by your cable
company. This card is not always needed for
BD-V3500 operation, unless required by the
cable company.
REAR PANEL
AC POWER INLET
Connects to an unswitched 120-volt AC outlet,
using the detachable power cord (included).
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CONNECTIONS
BD-V3500 CONNECTIONS
These are some suggested basic hook-up diagrams for the BD-V3500, both with and without a VCR.
Simple Connection.
This is the simplest connection, but does not provide stereo sound on analog channels.
Stereo Connection.
Provides stereo sound on all channels carrying stereo signals. Tune your TV to watch the
A/V or Audio/
Video input.
VCR Connection.
Provides stereo hookup to TV through VCR. Select the
A/V or Audio/Video input on both your TV and
VCR.
SERIAL
PORT
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
TO TV
L
R
VIDEO
INOUT
CABLE IN
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED/UNSWITCHED
400W(3.2A)MAX
120V AC
60Hz
AC INLET
USB
IR
CONTROL
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Unswitched
AC outlet
BD-V3500 Home Terminal
TV Set
75-ohm VHF
ANTENNA IN
Detachable AC
power cord
(included)
CATV
Service
AC INLET
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Detachable AC
power cord
(included)
Unswitched
AC outlet
CATV
Service
TV Set
RL
S-VIDEO VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUTS
Note:
Use
either standard baseband
video ports, or S-Video ports if
your TV and/or VCR are so
equipped.
BD-V3500 Home Terminal
L
R
AC INLET
SERIAL
PORT
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
TO TV
VIDEO
INOUT
CABLE IN
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED/UNSWITCHED
400W(3.2A)MAX
120V AC
60Hz
AC INLET
USB
IR
CONTROL
Detachable AC
power cord
(included)
Unswitched
AC outlet
BD-V3500 Home Terminal
TV Set
VCR
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
OUT
AUDIO
IN
OUT
RL
RL
S-VIDEO VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUTS
RL
CATV
Service
Note:
Use
either standard baseband
video ports, or S-Video ports if
your TV and/or VCR are so
equipped.
SERIAL
PORT
IR
CONTROL
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
TO TV
L
R
VIDEO
INOUT
CABLE IN
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED/UNSWITCHED
400W(3.2A) MAX
120V AC
60Hz
AC INLET
USB
* * * * * * * * * * * * *
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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ACTION
Connect cable service to BD-V3500
CABLE IN (input connector).
¶ If TV has video and stereo audio
inputs:
Follow the Stereo Connection
diagram on page 6. Connect BD-
V3500 L/R AUDIO OUT and VIDEO
OUT to the corresponding IN jacks
on the TV, using shielded RCA
(phono) jumper cables.
If TV VIDEO IN is a 4-pin S-Video
jack, connect BD-V3500 S-VIDEO
OUT to TV S-VIDEO IN using a
special S-Video jumper cable.
Leave BD-V3500 VIDEO OUT
unconnected.
¶ If TV has no video/audio inputs:
Follow the Simple Connection
diagram on page 6. Connect BD-
V3500 TO TV (output) connector to
the TV VHF ANTENNA INPUT.
If TV VHF ANTENNA INPUT is a
300-ohm twin-lead (with two
screws), then use a 75 ohm - 300
ohm adapter.
Plug TV AC cord into BD-V3500 AC
outlet.
Plug BD-V3500 AC cord into an AC
outletthatisnotcontrolledbyaswitch.
STEP
1
2
3
4
ACTION
¶ If you used the Simple
Connection method:
Tune TV to channel 3 or 4.
Other documentation that came
with your BD-V3500 may explain
how to switch the BD-V3500
output channel between 3 and 4.
¶ If you used the Stereo or VCR
Connection method:
Select the A/V (Audio/Video)
input setting on your TV.
Use your remote control’s TV
POWER button to turn the TV on
and off.
Exception:
TV sets without remote control can
be turned on through the BD-
V3500. Leave the TV power switch
on. Use the on-screen menu to
change the BD-V3500’s outlet from
UNSWITCHED to SWITCHED. Use
the BD-V3500 front panel or
remote controlCBL POWER button
to turn the TV on and off.
STEP
1
2
CABLE TV RECEPTION
CONNECTION PROCEDURES
Connect your equipment as shown in the figures
on page 6. Use the first table if you are only
connecting the BD-V3500 to a TV.
ACTION
Follow the VCR Connection
diagram on page 6. Connect cable
service to BD-V3500 CABLE IN
(input connector).
Connect BD-V3500 outputs to VCR
inputs using the same criteria and
procedures as in step 2 of the table
above for TV connection.
Connect the VCR outputs to the TV
inputs, again using the same
criteria and procedures.
Connect TV AC cord to BD-V3500
AC outlet.
Connect VCR and BD-V3500 AC
cords to AC outlets that are not
controlled by a switch.
STEP
1
2
3
If you have a VCR, follow the procedure below to
connect it between the BD-V3500 and the TV:
4
5
NOTE:
When disconnecting the BD-V3500, follow these
steps in reverse order. Be sure to unplug the BD-
V3500’s power cord first.
SETTING UP THE TV
Follow the steps in the table to set up your TV for
cable.
TURNING OFF THE BD-V3500
To turn off the BD-V3500 home terminal, press the
CBL POWER button on the remote control, or the
POWER button on the BD-V3500.
You can use your remote’s TV POWER button to
turn the TV on/off if you have set up the remote
with the correct TV code.
VCR RECORDING
The BD-V3500 has an optional IR CONTROL. Please
refer to the IR CONTROL CABLE instruction
manual.
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NO TV PICTURE?
Use the checklist in the table if you followed all the
instructions but still do not see a picture on your
television.
ACTION
Is cable service connected to
BD-V3500 CABLE IN
connector?
Is a cable connected between
BD-V3500 TO TV connector
and TV input connector ; or
between BD-V3500 VIDEO and
L/R AUDIO output connectors
and TV VIDEO and L/R AUDIO
input connectors?
1
2
3
CHECK
TROUBLESHOOTING
TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS
DOLBY DIGITAL
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby”and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Published by Pioneer Corporation.
Copyright © 2001 Pioneer Corporation.
All rights reserved.
Printed in <BRB1059-D>
PowerKEY
PowerKEY is a registered trademark, and the
PowerKEY design is a trademark, of Scientific-
Atlanta, Inc.
PIONEER CORPORATION
4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan
PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC.
P.O. BOX 1540, Long Beach, California 90810-1540, U.S.A. TEL: [phone]
PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.
300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada TEL: [phone]
PIONEER EUROPE NV
Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: [phone]
PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD.
253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936 TEL: [phone]
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia, TEL: [phone]
PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Blvd.Manuel Avila Camacho 138 10 piso Col.Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico,D.F. 11000 TEL: [phone]
K002E
ACTION
Is the BD-V3500 AC cord
plugged in to an unswitched
AC outlet?
Are both BD-V3500 and TV
turned on?
Is your TV tuned to the correct
channel (3 or 4), or set to
display the A/V (audio/video)
input? If no picture on one
channel, try the other.
4
CHECK
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