Pioneer VSX-605S User manual

Operating
Instructions
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know
how to operate your model properly. After you have finished
reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future
reference.
in some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and
power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the
explanatory drawings. However the method of connecting and
operating the unit is the same.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
{For U.S. and Canadian models]
The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel.
Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card
and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security.
[For Canadian model]
CAUTION: To PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE
THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
ATTENTION: pour PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES
NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE
SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE
INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.
THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND
THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS
Round 2-pin AC plug model
U.S. and Canadian mode!
Multi-voltage mode!
7 PAL/NTSC
DEMO
MODE
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® The demonstration mode is activated by turning on the power
switch while holding down the RETURN button (from power
standby condition). The demonstration will appear on the
display. When this mode is set, SURROUND settings will be
set to the initial values.
® Press any button to cancel the demonstration.
WARNING: To PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This function returns the unit to its initial settings with the
tuner ready to receive a broadcast. This is hetpful during
troubleshooting or when no sound is output. For details, refer
| to page 14.
Set the MASTER VOLUME to minimum before pressing the
RESET button.
Use this function when normal operation is not possible due
to external influences such as static electricity or lightning, or
when operations are not functioning even when the operation
switches are pressed. Press the RESET button to return to
normal operating conditions.
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IMPORTANT
‘The
lightning
flash
with
arrowhead,
within
an
equilateral
triangle,
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
aningulated
"dangerous
voltage”
within
the
product’s
enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
@
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
JO
PREVENT
THE
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK}.
NO
USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER
SERVICING
TO
QUALIFIED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to atert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
fiterature accompanying the appliance.
READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating
instructions should be saad before the appliance
is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating
insteuctions should be retained for future
reference.
HEED WARNING - All warnings on the appliance and
in the operating instructions should be adhered
to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ~ All operating and use in-
structions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE ~ The appliance should not
be used near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
base-ment, or near a swimming pool, ete.
LOCATION - The appliance should be installed in a
stable location.
WALL
OR
CEILING
MOUNTING
-
The
apptiance
should
not
be
mounted
to
a
wall
or
ceiling,
VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated
0 that it location or position does not interfere
with its proper ventilation. For example, the
appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, of similar surface that may block the
ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that
may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation apenings.
HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances {including amplifiers)
that produce heat
POWER SOURCES ~ The appliance should be con-
nected to a power supply onty of the type de~
soribed in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
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.
POLARIZATION - if your purchased product is pro-
vided with a polarized power plug, please read
the following instructions. This product is
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 ta insert the plug fully into the outtet, try
reversing the plug. fthe plug shoutd stilt fail to
fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized piug.
CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned only
with 2 polishing cloth or a soft. dry cloth. Never
clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides
or other volatile liquids since they may corrode
the cabinet.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
———
POWER LINES - An outdoor antenna should be
located away from power lines.
NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the
appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when left un-used for a long period of time.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken
0 that objects do not fall and liquids are not
spilled into the enclosure through openings.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The apptiance
should
be
serviced
by
a
Pioneer
authorized
service
center
or
qualified
service
personnel
when:
location
of
antenna
discharge
unit,
connection
The
power-supply
cord
or
the
plug
has
been
to
grounding
electrodes,
and
requirements
for
dam-aged.
the
grounding
electrode.
See
Fig.
A.
Objects
have
fallen,
or
liquid
has
been
spilled
into the appliance.
The appliance has been exposed to rain
The appliance does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance,
® The appliance has been dropped or the
enclosure damaged.
SERVICING ~ The user should not attempt te service
the
appliance
beyond
that
described
in
the
operating instructions. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel
OUTDOOR
ANTENNA
GROUNDING
-
If
an
outside
antenna
is
connected
to
the
antenna
terminal,
be
sure
the
antenna
system
is
grounded
so
as
to
provide
somes
protection
against
voltage
surges
and
built-up
static
charges.
In the U.S.A. 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,
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,
NEC » NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
cere a
cLAMP ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810 ~ 20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
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naci
al
(NEC
SECTION
810
~
21)
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250,
PART
H}
Information to User
Alteration
or
modifications
carried
out
without
appropriate
authorization
may
invalidate
the
user's
right
to
operate
the
equipment.
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ACCESSORY
ITEMS.
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BEFORE
OPERATING,
ADJUST
THE
POSITION
OF
THESE
SWITCHES
...
:
SURROUND
EFFECT
.
DOLBY
3CH
LOGIC
DOLBY
PRO
LOGIC
SURROUND,
DOLBY
3CH
LOGIC
CENTER
MODE
....
SPEAKER
INSTALLATION
...
CONNECTIONS
.............-.-
REAR
PANEL
FACILITIES
..
FRONT
PANEL
FACILITIES
..
OPERATING THE TUNER ....
TUNING INTO STATIONS
PRESET
TUNING
.........0.2.-
3
RECEIVING
FM
SIMULCAST
TV
PROGRAMS
....
18
OPERATING THE AUDIO/VIDEO
COMPONENTS
...
.
18
PLAYBACK...........
RECORDING
WITH
A
CASSETTE
DECK
.
VIDEO
RECORDING...
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SURROUND
EFFECT
AND
DOLBY
3CH
LOGIC...
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HINTS FOR BETTER RECEPTION..............c0000 20
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION ........0.-.-0 ee 21
OPERATING USING GUI
OPERATING THE TUNER (cut orerarion: .... de
OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS ccurorerationy... 26
LD/DVD COPY OPERATION sui operation)
SURROUND EDIT OPERATION isu operarion).
REMOTE SET UP icu operation: *
ONE TOUCH OPERATION SET UP our openaniom ... 32
TROUBLESHOOTING ....
SPECIFICATIONS
Remote control unit
AM Loop Antenna
Main-Repeater
Dry cell battery
(AA/ROBP) x2
Mini-Repeater
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Only muiti-veltage model is provided with. these
switches. Round 2-pin AC plug, U.S. and Canadian
models are not provided with these switches. Mains
voltages in Saudi Arabia are.127 V. and.220 V.only.
Never use this model with the 110 V setting in Saudi
Arabia.
The line voltage selector.switches. are.on.the rear panel..Check
that they are set properly before plugging the power cord inte the
household-wall socket. If the voltage is not properly set or if you
move to'ararea where the voltage requirements differ, adjust the
selector switches as follows.
1, Use a medium:size screwdriver.
2: First, insert the screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector
at the right, and adjust so that the tip of the groove points to the
voltage value of your area.
3. Next, insert the screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector
at the left and adjust until the voltage is the same as at the right.
TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS —————----—-—-—
q0Vv
120-127
PAL/NTSC SWITC
(Multi-voltage model only)
This unit uses the TV screen to operate the system. Set the rear
panel PAL/NTSC switch to match your TV's color system. The
sergen will be unciear if the color systern does not match.
PAL
NTSC LY.
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/ System Control
{SC is anew method of operating AV equipments proposed by Pioneer.
It allows the following equipments made by other manufacturers
to be controlled easily with the VSX-605S/VSX-635S and
accompanying remote control unit.
@ Control of Equipments Made by Other Manufacturers
(iv sony a
VCR VICTOR
TAPE SONY
VSX-6058
VSX-635S
LD PIONEER
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(Multi
The unit has been factory preset to the channel allocation value
for the area in which it is to be sold. if this value is set incorrectly,
the tuned in frequency may be wrong, or sound may be distorted,
resulting in an inability to reproduce reception signals at their
proper sound quality. For this reason, be sure to confirm that the
values are set correctly before first using the unit.
(FM 100 kHz/AM 10 kHz) position:
Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of 100 kHz
and AM 10 kHz.
(FM 50 kHz/AM 9 kHz) position:
Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step of 50 kHz
and AM 9 kHz.
NOTE:
When unsure about the channel allocation for your area, consult
your dealer for correct information.
1OkHz tOQkHz
CHANNEL STEP
Present Pioneer products or products made by other
manufacturers (video deck, TV, LD player, CD player, etc.) can be
easily controlled using GU} or the remote control unit by presetting
the remote control codes other manufacturers provided or
presetting by learning. (Pages 30 and 31}
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This
unit
has
a
built-in
surround
processor
for
adding
presence
and
an
expansive
effect
to
the
sound.
STUDIO:
Select
this
position
to
enjoy
the
effect
of
listening
to
music
ina
recording
studio.
The
actual
source
sound
is
output
through
the
front
speakers,
and
the
added
reverberated
sound
is
output
through
the
rear
speakers.
This
is
particularly
suitable
for
a
source
that
has
a
lot
of
reverberation.
SIMULATED SURROUND:
The
“SIMULATED
SURROUND”
creates
the
effects
of
raverberated
and
reflected
sound
from
the
walls
and
ceiling
similar
to
a
concert
hall.
These
sound-effects
added
to the
actual
sound
from
the
source
make
you
feel
as
if
you
were
in
a
more
expanded
space.
The
different
ranges
of
the
expanded
space
can
be
set
by
the
DELAY
TIME
button.
Set the Delay Time to 15 ms or 20 ms for a live-house concert.
For chamber music, set to 20 ms. For orchestral music, set to 30
ms, The “SIMULATED SURROUND” also gives effects on
monaural sources by outputting the added reverberated sound
from the rear speakers while outputting the actual source sound
from the front speakers. Turn on the "SIMULATED SURROUND®
for a monaural source to gain effective surround playback.
ARENA:
This is ideal for sources such as live performances. Music is
output from the front speakers and the sounds and applause of
the audience are output through the rear speakers. Adjusting
the delay time provides the effects of listening in halls of different
sizes.
DOLBY* PRO LOGIC SURROUND:
Choose this setting for movies and music (especially Video Dises
and video tapes bearing the [QGYSe@@] mark) playback,
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND continuously detects the size
and direction of the dominant signal and cancels undesirable
crosstalk, thereby providing signal emphasis. It makes you clearly
perceive the directional source of the music. Real flow of sound
also can be re-created naturally using this feature. You can feel
as if being in an outstanding and expansive sound field, When
using DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, a delay time setting of
20 ms is commonly used. Use a different setting if you prefer.
Even if the video recordings do not bear the D0 Gaa7a8a8) mark,
some of them may be Dolby Surround encoded. Choose the
SIMULATED SURROUND mode if the source sound signal is
mono. Little or no sound will be heard from the surround
speakers if the DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND mode is selected.
With DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, monaural source sound
will be heard only from the center channel at settings other than
the PHANTOM position,
Note:
Dolby Surround will not operate correctly if the signal passes
through a graphic equalizer. When using Dolby Surround, turn
off the TAPE 2 MONITOR or set the graphic equalizer for flat
response or to its “through” (or off) setting, if you have one
in use.
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation,
“Dalby”, the double-D symbol and “Pro Logic” are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
*
Fabrigué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation,
DOLBY, le symbole double-D et PRO LOGIC sont des marques
de Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
DOLBY 3CH LOGIC
SE
Combining the rear speaker signal with that of the front speakers
results in your being able to enjoy a regenerated sound field
which has comparatively more presence and a more expansive
feeling from the front 3 channels (front L, front R, and center
speakers) than that of ordinary stereo regeneration. DOLBY 3CH
LOGIC can be used with stereo sources not encoded with DOLBY
SURROUND.
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(For
DOLBY
PRO
LOGIC
SURROUND
and
DOLBY
3CH
LOGIC)
You can choose from the following settings:
Center Mode Choices:
When using a center speaker:
@ NORMAL-Low range frequencies, which have little effect on
directionality and positioning, are routed to the left and right
front speakers. This allows you to use a relatively small size
speaker as the center speaker,
® WIDE-if you use a large size center speaker, choose this setting.
The full frequency range of the Dolby Surround center channel,
is routed to the center speaker.
When not using a center speaker: DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND onl
@ PHANTOM-The signal which would have been sent to the
center speaker is divided equally between the left and right
front speakers.
With DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, monaural source sound
will be heard only from the center channel at settings other
than the PHANTOM position.
SPEAKER INSTALLATION
To get the most out of the surround system, place the speakers
as shown below.
An example of speaker location
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cm
Center speaker
FRONT
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Listening area ©
&
Rear left
speaker
a
Rear right
speaker
REAR
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lf the rear speakers are positioned at an extreme distance from
the front and center speakers, the surround level becomes unable
to adjust and the surround effect will not be fully achieved.
NOTES:
® To avoid interference with the picture on a nearby TV set, use
magnetically shielded speaker systems. This is particularly
important for the center speaker since it is usually located
closest to the TV.
® Position the left and right channel speakers at equal distances
from the TV set and approximately 1.8 m (6 feet) from each
other.
®@ Position the center speaker above, below, or behind the TV
set. Sound may not appear to coincide with the picture if you
position it next to the TV set.
®@ Rear speakers are best positioned slightly above ear level.

| CONNECTIONS
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Setting Up the AM Antenna
® Insert the claw on the bottom of the antenna into the groove
in the leg.
@ Place the antenna on a level surface and rotate it to locate the
orientation that yields the best reception.
@ Use the attachment hole in the leg to screw to a wall or other
location, then insert the claw on the bottom of the antenna
inte the groove in the leg (fixing the antenna in the direction
that gives the best reception.)
Lead wire
Lead wire
® The rear panel vents are designed to disperse heat from the
unit. Be careful that curtains or other items do not block the
vents.
® To improve heat dispersion, set the unit so that it is at least 20
cm (8 inches) away from the wall,
At least 20 cm (8 inches)
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POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by
tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your
hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock,
Da not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power
cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it
with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that
they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can
cause fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord
once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest
PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a
replacement.
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of
Hf the cassette deck is installed in the “ positions shown in the
drawing below, it may be adversely affected during playback. lf i
possible, it’s better to instail it in the & position, |
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CONNECTIONS
{Hustration shows Muki-voltage model.
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power
switch and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.
NOTE FOR FM ANTENNA:
Stretch the antenna out ta its full length, and affix it to a wall,
ete.
NOTE FOR AM LOOP ANTENNA:
The antenna should be placed at a distance from the receiver,
and should not be allowed to touch metallic objects. Avoid
placing it near CD players, personal computers, television sets,
and other devices generating radio frequencies.
Cassette deck 1
Accessory
FM antenna
Accessory AM
Loop antenna
—™)
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%& Connect when using a PIONEER projection monitor receiver's
built-in speaker as a center speaker.
Refer to the projection monitor's operating instructions for
details concerning connection and operation.
AM loop antenna and FM antenna connection
aD Push the lever.
2 Insert the wire into the hole.
@ Pull the lever back.
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CD player Built-in amplifier woofer,
monaural amplifier, etc.
To connect the Pioneer Powered
Subwoofer (S-W700 or S-W99), connect
the
receiver's
SUB
WOOFER
output
to
the
subwoofers input.

CONNECTIONS
FRONT PANEL
TV (Digital satellite system) tuner
VCR (for playback only),
or another component
such as a TV camera.
illustration shows Multi-voltage model.
AC wali socket
LD or DVD player VCR
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CONNECTIONS
peaker cord connection
G) Push the lever down (or up).
@ Ansert the cord into the hole.
@) Pull the lever back.
NOTE:
FRONT
Use
speakers
with
an
impedance
of
8Q
to
16.Q.
Center Right
ilustration
shows
Multi-voltage
model.
Left
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CONNECTIONS
|
IR
Repeater
connection
Connecting
a
supplied
IR
Repeater
lets
you
also
control
other
components
with
this
unit's
remote
control,
NOTE:
To
operate
components
not
made
by
Pioneer,
perform
REMOTE
SET
UP
(P30)
after
connecting
an
IR
Repeater,
Remote
control
signals
directed
towards
this
unit
or
GUI
operation
signals
are
transmitted
from
the
repeater
as
infrared
signals,
enabling
control
of
other
components.
There
are
two
kinds
of
infrared
repeaters.
Connect
either
or
both
to
match
the
remote
controi
requirements
of
different
components.
MAIN-REPEATER
Use
this
to
operate
other
components
with
this
unit's
remote
control
or
to
operate
using
GUI
on-screen
indications.
Install
on
top
of
thus
unit
as
shown
in
the
figure.
> Insert the REPEATER’s two
pegs into the holes on the
top.
@ Instali the REPEATER laying
‘on its side on the top.
The pegs are usually inserted in
the two rear holes,
_——~ Use the two front holes
when there’s another
component on top of this
preventing easy reception
of the MAIN REPEATER's
infrared signals.
MINI-REPEATER
Use this when a component operates incorrectly after receiving
a signal from this unit’s remote control, or when it is difficult for
a
component
to
receive
signals
from
the
Main-Repeater,
Stick
it
NOTE:
,
;
directly
on
the
remote
control
sensor
window.
To
prevent
possible
damage,
be
careful
to
avoid
accidentally
There
are
two
MINI-REPEATER
terminals.
connecting
the
MINI-REPEATER
to
the
MAIN-REPEATER
terminals.
if you need another Mini-repeater, contact your nearest Pioneer
Service Center.
MINI-REPEATER
i Remove the seal.
Stick onto the remote control
sensor window.
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| REAR PANEL FACILITIES
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1) FM/AM ANTENNA terminalis
Use these antenna terminals for reception of normal FM and
AM broadcasts.
(2) SAT(Satellite)/TV jacks (input)
Use these jacks if you wish to connect a TV (Digital satellite
system) tuner with both video and audio optpuis.
(3) VIDEO OUT {TO MONITOR TV) jack
Connect to a monitor TV or to TV sets with video input terminals
to watch program materials from a VCR or LD player connected
to this unit.
SYSTEM CONTROL IR OUT jacks
To aperate other components with this unit's remote control or
with GUI, connect the supplied repeater (See page 11).
MINI-REPEATER 1,2:
connect the supplied MINI-REPEATER.
MAIN-REPEATER:
connect the supplied MAIN-REPEATER.
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©) CONTROL IN/OUT jacks
iN :Connects this jack to the control out jack of an unit
attached ff mark using a commercially available cord
with mini-plugs (without load). The remote control
signal sensor of this unit will not receive the remote
control signal while connecting. The unit attached fj]
mark can be operated using a remote control through
the connected cord from the remote control sensor
of another unit attached (fj mark.
OUT :Connects this jack to the control input jack of an unit
attached if] mark using acommercially available cord
with mini-plugs (without load).
Outputs the remote control signal to another unit
from this unit or the relay signal from the control input
jack.
Receiver = :
| PIONEER component
ry bearing the i] mark.
Remote . a
control unit
NOTE:
@ if there is a piug in this unit’s CONTROL IN jack, ISC and GUI
operations using the remote control unit are not possible,
® The remote control unit provided with this unit acopts 4
different method from the remote control units of Pioneer
systems, Consequently, this unit and other components will
not operate when the remote control unit is directed at the
remote control signal sensor window of the connected
components.
Other components will not operate unless a signal is received
by the sensor window of this unit, and this unit consequently
converts the signal received to the remote control signal
corresponding to the other component.
To the CONTROL IN jack of the PIONEER
component bearing the ise mark.
See

REAR PANEL FACILITIES
(® PAL/NTSC switch
(Muilti-voltage model only)
See page 4.
@ CENTER PRE OUT jack
When a separate power amplifier is used to drive the surround
center speaker, connect the power amplifier to this jack.
(8) TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS switches
(Multi-voltage model only)
See page 4.
(9) PHONO input jacks
Connect to the output cables from a turntable.
(> GND terminal
Connect the turntable ground lead to this terminal.
NOTE:
This is used to decrease noise and does not serve as a complete
ground.
d) TAPE 2 MONITOR jacks
Connect to audio components such as a second cassette deck or
a graphic equalizer.
a2 CD input jacks
Connect to the output jacks of a compact disc player.
43 LD/DVD input jacks
Connect to an LD player's output jacks (audio, video) or a DVD
player's output jacks (audio, video).
(4 VCR/TAPE 1 jacks
Connect to a VCR or the first cassette deck. With a VCR, also
connect the video jacks.
15 CHANNEL STEP switch
(Multi-voltage model only}
See page 4.
16 SUB WOOFER PRE OUT jack
if you want to boost the low frequencies, connect to a subwoofer
power amplifier.
ad) CENTER SPEAKER terminals
Connect the center speaker to these terminals.
NOTE:
Do not allow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from the
terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctions or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact with
each other. Use a center speaker with an impedance of 8Q to 16
22,
a8 REAR SPEAKERS terminals
Connect the rear speakers to these terminals.
NOTES:
® Do not aliow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from
the terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctions or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact
with each other. Use rear speakers with an impedance of @Q
to 169.
® Se sure to connect two speakers (L, R). There will be no sound
if only one speaker is connected.
49 FRONT SPEAKERS terminals
A Connect te the first set of speakers.
B = :Connect to the second set of speakers.
NOTE:
Do not allow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from the
terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctions or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact with
each other. Use front speakers with an impedance of 8Q to 16Q.
@ Power cord
@ AC OUTLET
(Multi-voltage, U.S. and Canadian models only)
(U.S. and Canadian models)
[SWITCHED 100 W (0.8 A) MAX)
Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the
receiver's POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption of
connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A),
(Multi-voltage model)
[SWITCHED 100 W MAX}
Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the
receiver's POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption of
connected equipment should not exceed 100 W.
NOTES:
@ This unit should be disconnected by removing the power plug
from the walf socket when not in regular use, e.g. when on
vacation.
@ Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such
as heaters, irons, or television sets to this AC OUTLET in order
to avoid overheating and fire risk. This can cause the receiver
to malfunction.
CAUTION:
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES |
a tt tt ae
iustration shows multi-voltage model,
;
|
:
Ak
a
i
4d
44,
a5
(1) Remote sensor
2)
POWER
STANDBY/
ON
switch
STANDBY
indicator
(Muiti-vottage
and
Round
2-pin
AC
plug
models
only)
This is the switch for electric power.
ON
:When
set
to
the
ON
position,
power
is
supplied
and the unit becomes operational.
:When set to the STANDBY position, the main
power flow is cut and the unit is no longer fully
operational. A minute flow of power feeds the
unit to maintain operation readiness.
{Multi-voltage and Round 2-pin AC plug models only)
The
STANDBY
indicator
lights
when
the
power
is
set
to
STANDBY,
and goes out when set to ON.
(Timer ON/OFF possible)
When
the
unit
is
switched
ON,
ON/OFF
control
can
be
performed
by means of the optional timer.
NOTE;
When
the
power
is
initially
turned
ON,
muting
will
be
applied
to
prevent sound from being output for about 5 seconds.
STANDBY
(3) SPEAKERS buttons (A, B)
ON/OFF
switches
for
the
A
and
B
speaker
systems.
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1607 (49 2 2he2 23 eH
@ RETURN button
Press
this
button
to
return
the
receiver
to
its
initial
state.
TUNER
is
selected
at
this
initial
state.
Adjust
the
sound
level
by
using
the
MASTER
VOLUME
control.
TAPE
2
MONITOR.
.
OFF 3CH
LOGIC
OFF
SFC MODE . OFF
SUPER BASS . . OFF
PRO LOGIC... - OFF
And SPEAKERS buttons switch as follows.
Before pressing the
RETURN
button
pote
Oo
he
ESO
Both
Aand
B
are
off
=
Only
Ais
on
Only
Ais
on
——~-»
No
change
Only
Bis
on
———
Both
Aand
Bare
on
|
Both
A
and
Bare
on
After pressing
NOTE:
Press
the
RETURN
button,
and
the
frequency
last
selected
is
received.
If
reception
of
the
frequency
last
selected
is
not
possible,
the
mode
automatically
switches
to
AUTO
TUNING,
() Input selector buttons
VCR/TAPE 1
:Press
when
performing
playback
on
a
VCR
unit
or
cassette deck.
SAT/TV
:Press
to
watch
TV
broadcasts
from
the
TV
(Digital
satellite
system)
tuner
connected
to
the
rear
panel
SAT/TV
IN
jacks.
PHONO
=
:Press
when
playing
records
on
a
turntable.
TUNER
=
:Press
when
listening
to
radio
broadcasts.
LD/DVD
:Press
when
performing
playback
on
an
LD
or
a
DVD
player.
cD
:Press
when
playing
compact
discs
on
a
CD
player,
TAPE 2 MONITOR
:Press
when
performing
playback
on
a
second
cassette
deck
and
when
monitoring
recording.

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
6) SFC MODE button *
Each time you press it, the mode and the display indications
change as follows.
prs: SIMULATED SURROUND
off « ARENA +
DOLBY PRO LOGIC button *
Switches DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND on and off.
(8) SUPER BASS button *
Press this button when you want to boost the bass.
DOLBY 3CH LOGIC button *
Select this setting when stereo-source regeneration and rear
speakers are not connected and you wish to use the front L, front
R, and center speakers to enjoy audio/visual material bearing
the DCGsiaaRCER] mark.
(0 MASTER VOLUME control
Use it to simultaneously adjust the sound volume from the front,
center, and rear speakers.
4) VIDEO INPUT selector button
Press when performing playback on a VCR connected to VIDEO
INPUT jacks on the front panel.
42) RESET button
Use this when norma! operation is not possible because of
external influences such as static electricity or lightning, or when
operations are not functioning even when operation buttons are
pressed. Press this button to return to normal operating
conditions.
(3 PHONES jack
Connect the plug on your headphones to this jack, Set SPEAKERS
A and 8 switches to OFF if you want to cut the sound from the
speakers and listen to it only through the headphones.
(4 VIDEO INPUT jacks
VIDEO components such as a VCR or TV camera, etc. can be
connected,
45 Display section
See page 16.
46 Tuner operation buttons
FM/AM button:
Use this to switch between FM and AM frequency band reception.
MPX MODE button:
Use to select the auto stereo mode or monaural mode when
listening to FM broadcasts. The monaural mode has been
selected when the MONO indicator in the display section is lit
Auto stereo mode
Normally, leave in this mode for reception. When a stereo FM
broadcast is received, it will be automatically reproduced in
stereo,
Monaural mode
When receiving distant stations or stations with weak broadcast
signals, the input signal may be weak, thus resulting in increased
noise during FM stereo broadcasts. In this event, setting the
receiver to the monaural mode will reduce the noise. in this case,
however, FM stereo broadcasts will be reproduced in monaural
sound.
NOTE:
This button has no effect on reception of AM broadcasts.
a7) SELECT button
Press this button to switch to the station mode. Then you can
turn the Multi-jog to select a station.
When in the Frequency mode, tuning the Multi-jog raises or
jowers the frequency.
Serves as a button for forwarding to the left digit (<4) when
inputting CD titles, (See page 27.)
48 GUI MODE button
Switches GUI MODE en and off.
9 Multi-jog
Use during tuner operation to select frequencies and station
numbers. During GUI operation, use to move the on-screen
cursor,
Serves as a jog for selecting characters when inputting CD titles,
(See page 27.)
20 ENTER button
Press this button when you are in the frequency preset mode,
and the displayed frequency is memorized in the selected station.
(Station indications stop flashing and stay lit.)
When GU! is ON, press to execute an operation selected with
the multi-jog 19.
Use this button when you input a tite of CD as well, (See page
27.)
2: MEMORY button
Press this button to switch to the frequency preset mode.
{When GUI is ON, it does not operate.)
Serves as a button for forwarding to the right digit () when
inputting CD titles. (See page 27.)
22 BASS control
Use to adjust the low-frequency level. Turn clockwise to boost
bass, and counterclockwise to attenuate bass,
23 TREBLE control
Use to adjust the high-frequency level. Turn clockwise to boost
treble, and counterclockwise to attenuate treble.
2 BALANCE control
Use to adjust the sound volume balance between left and right
speakers.
L :Decreases the sound on the right side.
R_ :Decreases the sound on the left side.
Usually, left and right volume jevels should be the same.
* Setting is memorized separately for each input selector
button.
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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
JOG MODE
(TAPE 2] [Sch LOGIC] [SFCT|[PRO LOGIC
afi rSP EMOR ONG STEREO) (TUNED
@
ST FREQ
Gui
@) TAPE 2 indicator
Lights up when the input selector is set to TAPE 2 MONITOR ON.
(8) DOLBY 3CH LOGIC indicator
© SFC indicator
This lights when an SFC mode (STUDIO, SIMULATED
SURROUND, ARENA) is selected.
(© MEMORY indicator
€) DOLBY PRO LOGIC indicator
(©) MONO/STEREO indicator
MONO :Lights up when the FM MONO mode is selected
with the MPX MODE button.
STEREO :Lights up when a stereo FM broadcast is being
received.
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© TUNED indicator
Lights up when a station is tuned.
() JOG MODE indicators
When operating the TUNER with the multi-jog, these indicate
the station mode (ST) or the frequency mode (FREQ).
Also, when GUI is ON, “GUI" lights.
@ SP (SPEAKERS) A, B indicators
Shows which speaker system (or systems) are switched on.
@ Character display

OPERATING THE TUNER ©
Presa the POWER switch to the ON position.
Select TUNER with the input selector.
Be sure to turn the TAPE 2 MONITOR button OFF when listening
to AM or FM broadcasts.
Switch ON the SPEAKERS button corresponding to the speakers
you wish to use.
FM auto stereo reception and monaural reception
Each time you press the MPX MODE button, the MONO indicator
in the display section lights or goes out.
@ if an FM stereo broadcast is received when the MONO
indicator is out, the STEREO indicator lights, and sound is in
stereo.
@ if an FM stereo broadcast is received when the MONO
indicator is lit, the sound will be monaural. H there is
interference during stereo mode reception, switch to mono.
The sound will become monaural but interference will be
reduced.
TUNING INTO STATIONS
Turn the multi-jog, and the tuning frequency changes, (Switch
off when the GUI MODE button is on.)
Turning in a clockwise direction raises the frequency, while
turning in a counter-clockwise direction lowers the frequency.
1. Use the FM/AM button to select either FM or AM.
Confirm that the JOG MODE indicator in the display shows
“FREQ”,
if “ST” is displayed, press the SELECT button to switch to
“FREQ”.
2. Turn the multi-jog until you reach the frequency of a
desired station.
When a stations is received, the TUNED indicator will light
up.
NOTE:
The TUNED indicator may not light with broadcasts received
over long distances, or when the broadcast signals are
extremely weak.
3. Adjust the volume and tone as desired.
Auto tuning
Auto tuning is convenient when you do not remember the
frequency of a desired station, or when you wish to find stations
that you do not normally listen to, Operate by remote control.
(Refer to page 23.)
You can also perform Auto tuning GUI. (See page 25.)
Switch off when the GUI MODE button is on.
1. Tune into the desired station.
See the section "TUNING INTO STATIONS”. In addition to
Station frequencies, the MPX MODE (auto stereo mode or
monaural mode} can also be preset (FM only}.
2. Press the MEMORY button.
The station (channel) number flashes in the display. (Memory
mode}
3. Turn the multi-jog to select the station (channel) you
want to memorize, and press the ENTER button.
@ The station {channel} number lights in the display,
indicating that it has been memorized.
® if you do not press the ENTER button within about five
seconds after selecting a station, the memory mode is
canceled.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to preset additional stations.
A total of 30 AM and FM stations may be preset. When you
store a new preset, it takes the place of the previously stored
station (if any).
You can also preset using GUI. (See page 25.)
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PRESET TUNING
‘LISTENING TO BROADCASTS USING
PRESET TUNING
Switch off when the GUI MODE button is on.
1. Press the SELECT button.
The “ST” of the JOG MODE’s indicator lights in the display,
and the mode switches to station call.
2, Turn the multi-jog to select a station.
3. Adjust the volume and tone as desired.
NOTE:
Even if the receiver power cord is unplugged, data remains in
memory for several days. If the contents of the memory are
erased, preset one more.
Last station memory
When the POWER switch is pressed to turn the power on, the
last station received before the power was previously turned off
wiil be turned in again. When the power is ON, if the FM/AM
button is pressed, the last station received before the FM/AM
button was previously pressed will be turned in again.
RECEIVING FM SIMULCAST TV PROGRAMS
By combining a TV set with this receiver, you can receive FM
sirnulcast TV programs (stereo TV sound transmitted from an
FM radio station) while viewing the video portion on your TV.
1. Select the desired TV program with the TV set.
2. Tune in the desired FM simulcast TV program on the
receiver.
3. Adjust the volume and tone controls as desired.
Press the power switch to the ON position, and turn on the power
to the other components you wish to use (for example, TV, VCR,
cassatte deck, etc.).
PLAYBACK
1. Use the input selector buttons to select the desired
program source.
Program Source “input selector
To play back on a VCR connected to the
VCR/TAPE 1 jacks, or to play back on a | VCR/TAPE 7
jcassettedeck
| To watch the TV picture from a TV (Digital| SS I
satellite systern) tuner connected to the SAT/ SAT/TV
Tijacks ey
To listen to records es ra PHONG
To watch a LaserDise or igital video Lo/DvD
disc - ie mea
[ To listen to ) compact discs cD
To watch a VCR connected to VIDEO |
INPUT jacks of front panel. _ EO EVE
To listen to a tape on the cassette deck
| connacted to TAPE 2 MONITOR jacks TAPE 2 MONITOR
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* if you select a music source other than TAPE 2, switch OFF the
TAPE 2 MONITOR.
2. Operate the appropriate audio/video component to
playback the program source.
For a video source, switch the TV connected to this unit to
the video input mode.
3. Adjust the volume and tone controls as desired.
®@ Refer to pages 5, 6 and 79 for details concerning surround
operation.
‘Sines

F RECORDING WITH VCR/TAPE 1 |
ifthe TAPE 2 MONITOR button is ON, press to turn OFF.
4. Select the source you want to record from with the input
selector buttons.
When recording AM or FM broadcasts, select a preset station
using the multi-jog. If the desired station has not been preset,
tune In the station.
Start recording on the cassette deck.
Play the desired program source (record, compact disc,
ete.).
The volume, balance, and tone controis have no effect on
the recording.
wh
ee
1. Select the source you want to record from with the input
selector buttons.
2. Start recording on the TAPE 2 cassette deck.
3. Play the desired program source (record, compact disc,
ete,),
The volume, baiance, and tone controls have no effect on
the recording.
When copying a tape, play back on the VCR/TAPE 1 cassette deck,
and record on the TAPE 2 cassette deck.
Tape monitoring
When recording is performed on a cassette deck equipped with
a monitoring function, the recorded sound can be monitored
through the speaker system by pressing the TAPE 2 MONITOR
button to ON.
VIDEO RECORDING:
1. Select the source you want to record from with the input
selector buttons,
@ When recording from a LaserDise or a digital video disc
to VCR-LD/DVD
® When recording from the TV (Digital satellite system) tuner
to VCR-+SAT/TV
2. Start recording on the VCR.
For VCR, select a line input (external input)
3. Start playback on the component selected with the input
selector.
The volume, balance, and tone controls have no effect on
the recording.
You can easily perform LD/DVD-to-VCR dubbing using GUI. (LD/
DVD COPY OPERATION P. 28)
| SURROUND EFFECT AND DOLBY 3CH LOGIC
1. Select the desired mode with the DOLBY PRO LOGIC
button, SFC MODE button, and DOLBY 3CH LOGIC
button,
The SFC MODE changes in sequence each time the SFC
MODE button is pressed. (The SFC indicator lights.)
pore ~» SIMULATED SURROUND oy
off ARENA
2. Adjust levels to achieve a correct surround sound
reproduction.
This is done using GUI (page 24). For details concerning how
to perform level adjustment, refer to page 29.
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[EXTERNAL
FM
ANTENNA
_
|
The
main
advantage
of
FM
over
AM
is
the
quality
of
the
broadcast
signal.
In
order
to
benefit
fully
from
the
high
signal
quality
of
FM
broadcasts,
it
is
recommended
that
a
special-purpose
FM
antenna
be
installed.
In
weak
signal
areas,
a
multi-element
(3-element,
5-
element,
7-element)
antenna
should
be
used.
Grounding
is
recommended
if
reception
of
FM
programs
is
impaired
by
noise.
To
ground,
connect
a
thick
polyvinyl-insulated
wire
to
the
GND
terminal
and
attach
the
other
end
to
a
metal
water
pipe
or
grounding
bar
or
wind
it
around
a
copper
plate
and
bury
it.
NOTE:
Never
connect
a
wire
to
a
gas
pipe
for
grounding
since
sparks
may
ignite
the
gas.
if it
is
not
possible
to
obtain
adequate
AM
reception
even
by
changing
the
orientation
of
the
AM
loop
antenna,
a
separate
indoor
antenna
or
an
outdoor
antenna
should
be
installed.
INDOOR AM ANTENNA
Use
a
vinyl-insulated
wire
5
to
6
meters
long
(15
to
18
feet)
and
connect
one
end
to
the
AM
antenna
terminal
and
affix
the
other
end
to
the
wall
or
ceiling,
as
high
as
possible
OUTDOOR AM ANTENNA
if
reception
quality
is
not
improved
sufficiently
even
when
an
indoor
antenna
is
used,
a
vinyl-insulated
wire
should
be
installed
outside
and
fixed
in
place.
NOTE:
Do
not
detach
the
AM
loop
antenna
when
using
an
indoor
or
an
outdoor
AM
antenna.
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=
GROUND
AM antenna connection
ea
ne
i
Outdoor
AM
antenna
pe
Indoor AM antenna :
(Polyvinyl
1
f
t
'
()
Ww
= et
AM loop antenna
GROUND