Pioneer VSX-9500S VSX-7500S User manual

Operating
Instructions
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
When you read this manual for the first time, please proceed directly to:
1. the connection guide chart, page 8.
2. the general operation of the unit, page 12.
In this way you wiil become familiar with basic functions quickly and
develop an understanding of the features in this unit. Consult the rear
and
front
pane!
facilities
section
(page
22
&
25
respectively)
for
itemized
details if need be. However please study the entire text for detailed
knowledge of operation.
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.
For future reference, keep this manual in a safe place.
(VSX-7500S)
WARNING: To PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
[For U.S. and Canadian models]
‘The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Piease
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
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About the Demonstration Mode
*
The
demonstration
mode
is
activated
by
turning
on
the
power
—switch-while
holding
down
the
FM
MODE
switch
(from
power
|
Standby
condition).
The
demonstration
will
appear
on
the
display.
ee
Press
any
other
switch
to
cancel
the
demonstration.
|
RETURN function
This
key
returns
the
unit
to
a
set
of
initia!
settings
and
ready
to
|
broadcast
tuner.
This
is
helpful
during
troubleshooting
or
when
no
sound
is
output.
For
details,
refer
to
“FRONT
PANEL
FACILITIES,”
page
25.
Q PIONEER’
The future of sound and vision.

IMPORTANT
The
lightning
flash
with
arrowhead,
within
an
equitnteral
triangle,
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
of
the
prosence
of
uninsutated
“dangerous
voltage”
within
the
product's
‘enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
8
isk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER {OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Tho exclamation point within an equilateral triangle it
intondad to alert tho usar of the presence of Important
operating and meintenanco {avrvicing) instructions in
tho fiternture accompanying the appliance,
READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read betore the appliance
ig operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS = The operating i
should be retained for future reference
HEED WARNING — All warnings on the appliance and
in the operating instructions should be adhered to
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — Ali operating and use in:
structions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE — The appliance should not
be used neat water ~ for exampie, neat a bathtub,
washbowi.. kitchen sink, laundry in & wot
basement, of near a swimming poet, etc.
LOCATION — The appliance should be installed in a
stable location.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The appliance
should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling
VENTILATION — The appliance should be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance
should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or simi-
lar surface that may block the ventilation open-
ings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as
a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow
‘of air through the ventilation openings
HEAT — The appliance should be situatec away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances lincluding amplifiers!
that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES — The appliance should be con
| nected to @ power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the apoliance.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they ate 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 appliance
POLARIZATION — If your purchased product is provid-
ed with a polarized power piug, plese read the fol-
lowing instructions. This product is equipped with
2 polarized alternating current line plug (a plug hav-
ing one blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet anly 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
piug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
CLEANING ~ The appliance 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.
AUChONS
SERVICE ENTRANCE
EQUIPMENT
POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
fe.g. interior metai water pipe)
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
POWER LINES - An outdoor antenna should be
focated away from power lines,
NONUSE PERIODS ~ The power cord of the appliance
shouid be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a tong period of time
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY ~ Care should be taken
80 that objects do not tall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — The appliance
should be serviced by a Pioneer authorized service
center or qualified service personnel when:
The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; ot
Objects have tatien, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance; or
The appliance has been exposed to tain: or
The appliance does not appear to operate normally
or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
The appliance has been dropped; or the enclosure
damaged
SERVICING — The user should not attempt to service
the appliance beyond that described in the oper-
ating instructions. Far all other servicing, contact
the nearest Pioneer authorized service center.
SERVICE a
ENTRANCE
CONDUCTORS~
GROUND
WIRE a.b
GROUND
JUMPER ot
Ze
4 GROUND
Z> CLAMPS
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING ~ if an outside
antenna is connected to the antenna terminal, be
sure the antenna system is grounded So as to pra:
vide some protection against voltage surges and
built up static charges.
In the U.S.A. section 810 of the National Electri-
cal Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides
information with respect 10 proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire 10 an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding elecirades,
uid requirements tor the grounding elecirode. See
Fig. A
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.
LAY
a) Use No.10 AWG (5.3 mn") cop-
per, No.8 AWG (6.4 men’) alumi
num, No.17 AWG (1.0 mm}
copper-clad steel, bronze wire, or
larger as ground wire
b} Secure antenna lead-in and
ground wires to house with stand-
off insulators spaced from 4 feet
{1.22 meters) to 6 feet (1.83
mevers} apart,
aad ¢) Mount antenna discharge unit as
WIRE closely as possible to where lead-
in enters house.
TOEXTERNAL d})__Use jumper wite not smaller than
EO as No.6 AWG-(13.3 mm’) copper, or
TERMINALS OF
PRODUCT the equivalent, when a separate
STANDOFF
INSULATORS b
antenna-grounding electrode is
ANTENNA used:
DISCHARGS
tne
See
NEC
Section
810-21
{j).
GROUND
WIRE a.b
OPTIONAL ANTENNA
GROUNDING ELECTRODE
BONDING He DRIVEN BF
INTO THE EARTH
(2.24
HIE REQUIRED BY
FIG.A 4 LOCAL CODES SEE
NEC SECTION 810-25 (f).
Note to CATV system installer
This
reminder
is
provided
to
call
the
CATV
system
installer’s
attention
to
Article
820-22
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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THESE
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BEFORE
OPERATING,
ADJUST
THE
POSITION
OF
THESE
SWITCHES
TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES
Only multi-voltage models are provided with these switches. U.S.,
Canadian,
European,
U.K.
and
Australian
models
are
not
provided
with
these switches.
Mains
voltages
in
Saudi
Arabia
are
127
V
and
220
V
only.
Never
use
this model with 110 V setting in Saudi Arabia.
The
line
voltage
selector
switches
are
on
the
rear
panel.
Before
your
model
is
shipped
from
the
factory,
these
switches
are set
to
the
power
requirements
of
the
destination.
Check
that
they
are
set
properly
before
plugging
the
power
cord
into
the
household
wail
socket.
If
the
voltage
is
not
properly
set
or
if
you
move
to
an
area
where
the
voltage
requirements
differ,
adjust
the
selector
switches
as
follows
1. Use a medium-size screwdriver.
2.
First,
insert
a
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.
CHANNEL STEP/FM DE EMPHASIS SWITCH
(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)
Tho unit has beon factory preset to the channel allocation and de-
emphasis value for the area in which it is to be sold. Hf these values are
set incorrectly, the frequency display may stop at the wrong {ruquency,
or sound may be distorted, resulting in an inability to reproduce reception
signals at their proper sound quality. For his reason, be sure to confirm
that the values are set correctly before first using the unit.
[100kHz/10kHz/75zs} position:
Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of 100kHz, AM
1OkHz, and de-cmphasis 755.
[50kHz/9kH2z/50;s1 position:
Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step of 50kHz, AM
9kHz, and de-emphasis 50xs.
3. Next, insert a screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at
the
left
and
adjust
until
the
voltage
is
the
same
as
at
the
right.
NOTE:
When unsure about the channef allocation and de-emphasis values for
your area, consult your dealer for correct information.
CHANNEL STEP
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FEATURES
The VSX-9500S/VSX-7500S audio-video components combine the
functions of receiver, wireless remote control, audio-video sclecter,
surround processor and video enhancer. It will play a central role in your
enjoyment of audio- video media.
*® BUILT-IN DIGITAL DELAY DOLBY SURROUND
CIRCUIT AND 5 AND 4 POWER AMPLIFIER MODES
RESPECTIVELY FOR VSX-39500S AND VSX-7500S
Enjoy the presence and the expansive effect of surround playback. Three
different surround effect and 3-step delay times are available.
* MOTOR DRIVEN LARGE VOLUME KNOB WITH LED
INDICATOR
The large volume knob contributes to operational convenience and
positive response. You can even operate it via remote control, When
you change the volume setting using the remote, the knob turns by
itself, making it easy to keep track of the current setting.
* ENHANCER, SPLIT-SCREEN FUNCTION
The built-in detail-type enhancer is beneficial when making copies of
YCR tapes. Also, by using the split-screen function, you can simulta-
neously view the enhanced and original (non-enhanced) images. In this
way you can select the optimum settings for enhancing the image.
This can be applied to both the monitor signal and the VCR 1, VCR 2
REC OUT signals, or to the VCR 1 REC OUT signa! alone.
* VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR (Simulcast function)
Allows free combination of various audio video sources during playback
and over-dubbing, enabling you to produce your own original video
program,
* MULTI-ROOM REMOTE JACK
An input jack is provided on the rear pane! for the Multi-room Remote
control.
ACCESSORY ITEMS
* TWO-WAY VCR COPYING AND MONITORING
VCR 1 ++ VCR 2: Copying of video cussotte tapes can be portormed
in either direction.
VDP/CDYV, TV, VCR 3, VIDEO = VCR 1, VCR 2: VCR 1 and VCR 2
can be used for recording from units connected to the VDP/CDY, TV,
VCR 3 and VIDEO jacks.
° VCR 1 RECORDING SELECTOR FUNCTION
You can record on VCR 1 from VDP/CDV or VCR 2, regardless of other
functions.
* ACOUSTIC MEMORY FUNCTION
Five types (A- E) of tone control settings can be preset. The settings
for loudness and flat tone response functions can also be selected
quickly
* STATION CALL-LETTER DISPLAY FUNCTION
The cali-letters of broadcast stations can be preset (up to four
characters}.
After presetting, the display can show the broadcasting frequency and
the call letters depending on the preset letters (for example WBAC,
JAZZ, NEWS, etc.).
AUDIO/VIDEO PROGRAMMABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
With the attached remote control unit you can operate any Pioneer audio
or video component bearing the SRI mark. Using additional learning
functions a whole AV surround system including a TV and VCR from
other manufacturers can be controlled. (Some manufacturers’ remote
control systems, however, are not suitable for programming.)
FM T-type Antenna AM Loop Antenna
NOTE:
Audio/Video programmable
remote control unit
Template x 2 Alkaline dry cell battery x 4
(size “AAA” (LRO3/AM-4))
The RF modulator JA-RFS is only required when using a conventional TV set which does not
have @ video input terminal. Therefore, inspect your TV set to find out if you have to purchase
this modulator.
Make certain the modulator is a JA-RF5 as other types may not function properly.
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SURROUND EFFECT
This unit has a built in surround processor for adding presonce and an
expansive effect to the sound.
* STADIUM:
Effective for a stereo but not a monaural source. The “STADIUM” effect
creates efficient, reverberated sounds to obtain an expansive sound
field. For music sources like a rock concert, you can feel if you wore
at the live concert seated very close to the stage. For sports programs
such as a baseball game, you can enjoy a powerful sound, thus obtaining
a stadium-like effect.
e SIMULATED SURROUND:
The “SIMULATED SURROUND" creates of reverberated 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 in a more expanded space. The different ranges of the expanded space
can be set by the Delay Time key. 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 the effects on monaural sources by outputting the reverberated
sound from rear speakers while keeping the output sound from front
speakers as it is. Turn on the ‘SIMULATED STEREO” for a monaural
source to gain the effective surround playback.
* DOLBY SURROUND (VSX-7500S)
Choose this setting for movies and music (especially Video Discs and
video tapes bearing the DQ] mark) playback.
Dolby Surround decodes the surround information in the source signal,
providing a feeling of left-right and front-back movement to match the
action on screen.
Please note: if center channel is to be used, a separate amplifier is
needed.
Moreover, consider the sound quality of this amplifier so as not to
undercut the overall quality of sound.
* DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND (VSX-9500S)
Choose this setting for movies and music (especially Video Discs and
video tapes bearing the [J[] [DOLBY SURROUND | 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 directions where music comes from.
Real flow of sound also can be re-created naturally using this feature.
You can feel as if being in the outstanding and expansive sound field.
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You can choose from the following four sottings:
Center Mode Choices:
* OFF — Set to this position for PRO LOGIC CENTER SPEAKER Ievel
balance adjustment. {See page 31.)
(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. So you can use # 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, from
low to high, is routed to the center speaker.
(When not using a center speaker:)
* PHANTOM ~ The signal which would have been sent to the center
speaker is divided equally between the left and right front speakers.
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 they do not bear the [JT] [DOLBY SURROUND | mark, some
video recordings may be Dolby Surround encoded
DOLBY SURROUND mode can be used with stereo sources not encoded
with DOLBY SURROUND. Adjust the volume of each speaker to obtain
@ suitable surround effect.
Choose the SIMULATED SURROUND mode if the source sound signa!
is mono. Little or no sound will be heard from the surround speakers
if the STADIUM or 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.

SURROUND EFFECT
SURROUND SPEAKER INSTALLATION EXAMPLE
To get the best effect out of the surround system, place the speakers
as shown below.
An example for center speaker location
FRONT
LEFT
SPEAKER
oS
the
TWO WAY SOUND EFFECTS
NOTE:
*
To
evoid
interference
with
the
picture
en
a
neurby
TV
set,
use
magnetically
shielded
speuker
systems,
This
is
particulorly
important
for
the
center
speaker
since
it
is
usually
focuted
closest
to
the TV.
* Position the left and right channel speakers at equal distunces from
the TV set and approximutely six feet trom euch 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,
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the
following patents: U.S. numbers 3,632,886, 3,746,792 and
3.959,590; CANADA numbers 1,004,603 and 1,037,877.
| “Dolby’’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
| Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Manufacturé sous licence de Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. En outre, sous license d'un ou plusiers des brevets
suivants: numéros américains 3,632,886, 3,746,792 et
3,953,590; numéros canadiens 1,004,603 et 1,037,877. Le
terme “Dolby” et le symbole Double-D sont des marques dépsoées
de
Dolby
Laboratories
Licensing
Corporation.
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Note:
Dolby Surround wilt not operate correctly if the signal passes through
a graphic equalizer.
When using Dolby Surround, turn off the TAPE 2 switch or set the
graphic equalizer for flat response or to its “through (defeat)’’ (or
off) setting, if it has one.
VCR NOISE FILTER
When playing back video tapes, if the audio channeis contain noticeable
high-frequency tape hiss, pressing this switch will improve the sound.
NOTE:
The VOR NOISE FILTER has no effect on VCR 3 playback.
SIMULATED STEREO
This
function
transforms
monaural
signals
into
simulated
stereo
sound,
Use
it
when
you
wish
to
experience
a
sense
of
stereo
presence
when
listening
to
AM
broadcasts,
a
monaural
VCR
or other
monaural
signal
sources.
NOTE:
The simulated stereo function can also be used with stereo sound
sources, but it will result in an effect somewhat different from the normaf
stereo sound,
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CONNECTION
CHART
Audio Component Connections
VSX-9500S
(U.S.
model}
is
used
for
illustration.
Accessory T-type FM antenna
Accessory AM loop antenna
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{For U.S. and Canadian modets)
household electrical outlets are provided with specific
poianty, & ive side and a negative (ground) side.
cuality. As shown in the illustration, be sure to insert
slots in the outiet
Household electrical outiet,
This unit utilizes such polanty in order to improve sound |
the nower plug so that its blades match the width of |
To AC wall
socket
goes away.
NO GOOD
| NO GOOD
Precaution regarding installation position of cassette deck. Hy
If the cassette tape deck is installed in the ““NO GOOD” positions
shown in the drawing below, hum may occur during playback.
if there is any hum, move the unit away to a position where the hum
NO GOOD

CONNECTION CHART
Video Component Connections
VSX-9500S (U.S. model) is used for ustration.
is \
és, mA
KN,
Tune to channel 3
or 4.
With some VCRs. the signal from the
built-intuner will be stopped when cabies.
are inserted into the audio input or videa
input jacks of the VCR.
Conventional TV
ITV without video
‘
VHF antenna
input]
Carl
AN'LIN Fil OUT
Ratio}
Vino}
_OUT
in OUT!
gh
)
Your VCR terminals’ layout
may differ from the
example shown here.
ANT (VHF IN)
RF modulator (sold
separately)
Should use JA-RF5,
Other types won't
function properly.
See page 45 for more
details.
TV tuner, etc. Video Disc Player
(LD player}, etc.
Use the CHANNEL switch to select
channel 3 or channel 4, whichever
is open and not used in your area
Monitor TV
for broadcasting.
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CONNECTION
CHART
VSX-7500S
Speakers
Connections
NOTE:
:
Do
not
allow
any
of
the
cord’s
conductors
tv
protrude
mplete
Diagram
z
{Comple
9
)
from
the
terminals
ef
teuch
any
other
conductors.
*
illustration
shows
U.S.
model.
Maltunctioning
or
breakdowns
may
occur
when
conductors
come
into
contact
with
each
other.
(1s Loosen cap.
Insert wire.
Tighten cap.
@) Press lever
@) Insert wire,
|
Amplifier
CENTER
FRONT SPEAKERS
aa IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
f |
| Set this switch to the nominal |
impedance of your, speakers.
i i
bi 4 nh
Position
Position j
#1 #2 |
I
|
i
|
AORB A ORB; |
| 49 TO LESS 8 2 OR MORE
THAN
82
:
A
+
B82
OR
MORE
Rear
speaker
impedance
Connect
rear
speaker
systems
with
4
nominal
NOTES:
impedance
of
between
8
and
16
ohms.
« Be sure to observe speaker polarity.
*
if
you
have
one
pair
of
speakers
only,
connect
it
to
front
speaker
terminals
A
or
B.
°
Position
#
1:
when
using
one
pair
of
speakers
(40
to
82)
or
two
pairs
of
speakers
(80
or
more
for
each
speaker).
©
Position
#2:
when
using
on
pair
of
speaker
of
more
than
82.
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CONNECTION
CHART
VSX-9500S
Speakers
Connections
(Complete
Diagram)
*
illustration
shows
U.S.
model.
Center
speaker
impedance
Connect
center
speaker
system
with
a
nominal
impedance
of
between
8
and
16
ohms.
NOTE:
Do
not
allow
uny
of
the
cord’s
conductors
to
protrude
from
the
terminals
or
touch
any
other
conductors.
Malfunctioning
or
breakdowns
may
occur
wher
conductors
come
into
contact
with
each
other.
113 Loosen cap.
£) Insert wire.
{@ Tighten cap
oe
a oe er:
aioe
_ jen)
Twist wire tip.
|
ee
%
2) Insert wire.
> Relea
Press lever.
SP-A {L}
FRONT SPEAKERS
v7 IMPEDANCE SELECTOR
|
Set
this
switch
to
the
nominal
|
impedance
of
your
speakers.
|
Position Position
|
|
i
#1
#2
|
|
i
1
AORB
A
ORB;
4970
LESS
8
2
OR
MORE
THAN 82
A + B; 802 OR MORE
NOTES:
*
Be
sure
to
observe
speaker
polarity.
*
If
you
have
one
pair
of
speakers
only,
connect
it
to
front
Speaker
terminals
A
or
B.
*
Position
#17:
when
using
one
pair
of
speakers
(4
Q
to
8
0)
or
two
pairs
of
speakers
{8
2
or
more
for
each
Speaker}.
*
Position
#2:
when
using
on
pair
of
speaker
of
more
than
8
Q.
Rear
speaker
impedance
Connect
rear
speaker
systems
with
a
nominal
impedance
of
between
8
and
16
ohms.
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CONNECTION CHART
le lee
[io etter ne:
los ee wily wll ote!
NOTE:
Be careful not to make the wrong connectios for CONTROL IN/OUT
i
i
|
|
i
(black) and MULTI-ROOM REMOTE IN {green}.
AQ /
{Set-up example] Speakers By,
Remote control unit
| Bed Room | i
Multi-Room Remote
control unit MR-100 (option)
:
ah
a
a
i )
You can operate the main system
by remote control from u different
room in which are installed a
speaker sysiam or monitor TV set
if you also install a Mutti-Room
* For details, see operating remote control unit in that room.
instructions for multi-room
remote control unit MR- 100.
ie y \
| Be AN system {including
VSX-9500S or VSX-7500S )
‘| See aaAle
peti A
Explanations
of
operation
hereafter
will
use
|
illustrations
of
the
VSX-9500S.
|
J
Hes
a
RECEIVING
FM-TV
SIMULCAST
PROGRAMS
By combining a TV set and a VCR for TV tuner}, you can receive FM
simulcast TV programs (stereo TV sound transmitted from an FM radio
station} while viewing the video portion on your TV.
he
2.
Press the POWER switch to the ON position. and turn on the power
to the other components to be used.
Press the TV ANT selector switch to select the TV mode.
* When using a conventional TV set:
Connect RF MODULATOR JA-RF5 (sold separately) to the receiver's
VIDEO OUT TO RF MODULATOR jack, TV and antenna according
to diagram for RF modulator.
Set JA-RF5’s TV ANT switch to “VIDEO.””
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OP w
© When using a TV set equipped with a video input terminal ora
monitor TV:
Connect the receiver's VIDEO OUT TO MONITOR TV jack to the
TV {or monitor TV) video input terminal, and be sure to activate the
video input switch of the TV set.
. Select the desired TV program with the TV set.
. Tune in the desired FM simuicast TV program on the receiver.
Adjust the volume and tone controls as desired.

WATCHING VIDEO SOURCES
fn
a Video component
connected to VIDEO jacks.
Reler to page 9 "Video Component Connection.” and page 36,
We
rs
Connect the video components to the VCR 1, VCR 2, VCR 3,
VDP/CDV or VIDEO jacks.
Connect the TV set,
»* When using a conventional TV set:
Connect RF MODULATOR JA-RF5 {sold separately} to the receiver's
VIDEO OUT TO RF MODULATOR jack, TV and antennas as shown
in diagram on page 9.
Set the TV ANT switch so that the TV-ANT indicator goes out in
the display section.
* When using a TV set equipped with a video input terminal or a
monitor TV:
Connect the receiver's VIDEO OUT TO MONITOR TV jack to the
TV (ar monitor TV) video input terminal,
. Press the POWER switch to the ON position, and turn on the power
to the other components used.
. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch to the appropriate video
component to be played back.
. Play back the video component.
. Operate the TV set to display the playback picture.
* Set the TV set's channel to the same open channel as selected
on the RF modulator. (ch. 3 or 4)
* When using a TV set equipped with video input terminais, set it
to video input playback mode.
SOUND RECORDING WITH AN AUDIO TAPE DECK
5 CD player
RECORDING
1. Connect the audio source component while referring to page 8
*‘Audio Component Connection.” and page 35.
2. Press the POWER switch to the ON position.
3. ff recording on TAPE 2, turn off the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch.
lf recording on TAPE 1, the source selected by the INPUT
SELECTOR switches will be recorded (except for TAPE 2
MONITOR switch}.
4. Use the INPUT SELECTOR switch to select the desired program
source.
° To select a TUNER function, press the desired STATION CALL
switch if the station has been preset. If the desired station has
not been preset, tune in the station using Auto, Manual or Direct
Access tuning.
5. Play the desired program source (record, compact disc, etc.).
6. Begin recording by following the operating procedures for the
applicable cassette deck.
* The volume, balance and tone controls have no effect on the
recording.
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SOUND RECORDING WITH AN AUDIO TAPE DECK
Cassette deck Cassette deck
COPYING TAPES
The following operation is TAPE 1 TAPE 2 copying.
TAPE 2 ~ TAPE 1 copying is not possibie.
1. Connect the tape deck to be used for playback to the TAPE 1/DAT
jacks, and the tape deck for recording to the TAPE 2 jacks.
2. If the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch is ON, press to turn it to OFF.
3. Press the TAPE 1/DAT switch.
* Set the playback deck to the playback mode and simultaneously
set the recording deck to the recording mode.
¢ If the recording tape deck is equipped with a monitoring function,
the recording can be monitored by pressing the TAPE 2 MONITOR
switch to the ON position.
Tape monitoring
When recording is performed on a tape deck equipped with three heads,
the recorded sound can be monitored through the speaker system by
pressing the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch. In this case, both recording and
playback connections must be made.
NOTE:
If a two-head open-reel or cassette deck is used, monitoring of the
recorded sound will not be possible, even if the TAPE 2 MONITOR
switch is pressed. It will stil be possible, however ta listen to the original
€ sound.
program sou,
SOUND RECORDING WITH HI-FI VIDEO DECK
2=
an
CD player
Digital Audio
Tape deck
Turntable
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eo
Refer to the connection procedures on pages 8, 9, 35 and 36, and the
Hi-Fi VCR’s Operating Instructions regarding proper operation
procedures. Recording can be performed on both VCR 1 and VCR 2.
RECORDING SOUND ON A VIDEO TAPE
1. Connect the VCR to be used for recording.
2. Press the POWER switch to the ON position and turn on the power
to the other components.
3. Use the INPUT SELECTOR switch to select the desired program
source.
* To select a TUNER function, press the desired STATION CALL
switch if the station has been preset. If the desired station has
not been preset, tune in the station using Auto, Manual or Direct
Access tuning.
4. Insert a video cassette for recording into the Hi-Fi VCR and adjust
the recording level.
° For details, consult the Operating Instructions for the Hi-Fi VCR
used.
5. Start the program source and set the VCR to the recording mode.
* The volume, balance, and tone controls have no effect on the
recording.
About Video Recording and Video Copying
* You cannot record on VCR 2 if the VCR 1 REC SEL switch is set to
VCR 2 ~ VCR 1.
* VCR 1 can record a stereo program source in stereo by setting the
VCR 1 mode switch accordingly.
* If your VCR 1 component can record in stereo and the source signal
is also in stereo, then set VCR 1 MODE switch accordingly.

COPYING VIDEO SOURCES
Video copying not using the VCR 1 REC SEL switch
ENHANCER
SPLIT SCREEN CONTROL
control knob knob switch
ENHANCER 3
VCR 1 REC
ENHANCER
switch
VCR 1 REC SEL
switch
Copying can be performed in either direction between VCR 1 and
VCR 2. VCR 1 VCR 2
in addition, two identical copies can be made of a program source
connected to the VDP/CDV and TV jacks. {in other words: VDP/CDV,
TV, VIDEO, VCR 3 — VCR 1, VCR 2}
1. Connect the video components to be used.
2. Press the POWER switch to the ON position, and turn on the power
to the connected video equipment.
3. Select the INPUT SELECTOR switch to the VCR to be used for
playback.
4. Set the playback video source to the playback mode.
When not using the enhancer function: |
@) Set the ENHANCER switch to OFF.
© The ENHANCER OFF indicator will light.
@) Set the recording VCR to the recording mode.
When using the enhancer function: |
io)
Set the ENHANCER switch to ON.
¢ The ENHANCER ON, REC indicator will light.
Set the SPLIT SCREEN control so that the line is near the middle
of the screen,
Use the ENHANCER control to produce the clearest possible image
when a video cassette tape is played back.
© Perform the adjustment while comparing the original picture {on
ieft of screen} and the enhanced image (on right of screen}. Use
the control with care since if too much enhancer effect is applied,
@ poorer image may result.
* Adjust the image, while using the SPLIT SCREEN control to divide
the enhanced and original images, at various places on the screen.
& Set the recording VCR to the recording mode.
When video adaptor components (color corrector etc.) are connected
to the VIDEO ADAPTOR jacks, you can record a video image that has
passed through the video adaptor if the VIDEO ADAPTOR switch is ON.
®
©
VCR for recording
About the Enhancer
* When the VCR 1 REC SEL switch is off:
The ENHANCER switch is switchable between ON, REC” and “OFF”.
When ON, REC is lit, the enhancer is applied to signals for the VCR 1
REC, VCR 2 REC, and VIDEO OUT jacks.
© When the VCR 1 REC SEL switch is on:
The ENHANCER switch is switchable between “‘ON” and ‘’OFF.”” +
The VCR 1 REC ENHANCER switch is switchable between ‘’ON"’ (or
“OFF') and “REC.”
When ON is lit, the enhancer is applied to signals for the VCR 2 REC,
and VIDEO OUT jacks.
When REC is lit, the enhancer is applied to the signal for the VCR 1 REC
jacks.
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COPYING VIDEO SOURCES
Video copying using the VCR 1 REC SEL switch
VCR 1 REC 2
ENHANCER switch
It is possible to make video copies from VDP/CDV to VCR 1 or from
VCR 2 to VCR 1 regardless of the INPUT SELECTOR switch setting.
By using the VCR 1 REC ENHANCER switch, it is possible to record
to VCR 1 the enhancer processed signal.
NOTE:
if VCR 1 REC ENHANCER is ON, the enhancer will process the image
designated with the VCR 1 REC SEL switch. Therefore, the enhancer
will not affect the signal from the componem selected with the INPUT
SELECTOR. The enhancer does not affect VCR 2 REC or VIDEO OUT.
1. Press the POWER switch to the ON position, and turn on the power
to the connected components (VCR 1, VCR 2, VDP/CDV, etc.}
2. Select the recording mode with the VCR 1 REC SEL switch.
* Either the {VCR 1] + [VCR 2] or the [VCR 1] — [VOP/CDV
VCR 1 RECORDING indicators will light
3. Set the VCR 2 or video disc player to the playback mode.
When not using the VCR 1 REC ENHANCER function: |
@ Set the VCR 1 REC ENHANCER switch to OFF.
* The ENHANCER REC indicator will go out.
@. Set the VCR 1 to the recording mode.
1
When using the VCR 1 REC ENHANCER function: [
Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch to the component selected with the
VCR 1 REC SEL switch. Follow the instructions in ‘‘When using the
enhancer function” under “VIDEO TAPE COPYING” to adjust the
enhancer control. After adjustments are completed, the INPUT
SELECTOR can be set to any component other than VCR 1.
@ Set the VCR 1 REC ENHANCER switch to ON.
* The ENHANCER REC indicator will light.
@ Set the VCR 1 to the recording mode.
NOTE:
A video image enhanced by a video adaptor cannot be recorded.
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VCR for recording
The ENHANCER switch will not operate if the VCR 1 REC ENHANCER
is ON (ENHANCER REC indication is lit) while the VCR 1 REC SEL switch
is on.
Turn off the VCR 1 REC SEL switch if you want to enhance the signal
sent to the VIDEO OUT jacks.
About Video Recording and Video Copying
You cannot record on VCR 2 if the VCR 1 REC SEL switch is set to
VCR 2 — VCR 1.

THE VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR
4. Set the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR switch to the video component
{VCR 1, VCR 2, VCR 3, VDP/CDV, TV or VIDEO) used for
playback. {For example, use VCR 2.)
NOTE:
© Set the VCR 1 REC SEL switch to OFF.
{Video recording}
» Select a video signal source other than VCR 1.
5. Load a video cassette taupe into the VCR (VCR 1, for example} to
be used for recording.
6. Set the recording VCR (VCR 1, for exampie) to the recording pause
mode.
* When using the ENHANCER function, see step 4 of the section
“VIDEO TAPE COPYING: When using the enhancer function.”
?. Start playing the desired audio program source (CD, for example).
8. Release the recording pause mode of the recording VCR (VCR 1,
for example)
CAUTION:
* If you must operate the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR switch during
recording, do so after setting the recording VCR to the pause mode.
Hf the switch is operated when the tape is traveling during recording,
the recorded image and sound may be disrupted at the point at which
the switch is operated
* If you experience no video or wrong video, push the appropriate video
This function can be used to allow you to listen to the playback sound c ‘
selector button for the function being used.
while changing the video image only, thus allowing you to play back
and record video images different from the playback sound source. For
example, VCR 1 can record VCR 2 picture mixed with CD sound,
1. Connect the audio and video component to be used.
2. Press the POWER switch to the ON position, and turn on the power
to the other components used.
3. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch to the audio source (CD, for
example).
* To select the tuner function, press the desired STATION CALL
switch if the station has been preset. If the desired station has
not been preset, tune in the station using Auto, Manual or Direct
tuning.
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TUNER
DIRECT ACCESS TUNING
Example 1: Te receive FM 106.00 MHz
DIRECT
I ACCESS
“ar
te ISTATION CALL
switch]
1 5
HITS switch 3
When you know the frequency of the desired station, the frequency
can be input directly using the STATION CALL (number) switches in
the following way
1. Press the POWER switch to the ON position,
NOTE:
Be sure to turn the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch OFF when listening to
AM or FM broadcasts.
2. Select either FM or AM using the BAND selector.
3. Press the DIRECT ACCESS switch.
4. Input the desired station frequency using the STATION CALL
switches.
When inputting the tuned stations into the station call switches, please
refer to ‘PRESET TUNING” page 20.
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FOR MULTI VOLTAGE MODEL
* When the CHANNEL STEP switch is set to FM 100 kHz, the tuning
operation is completed and reception begins.
( [ T5600
When the CHANNEL STEP switch is set to FM 50 kHz:
| =
| 06.00
si
Once the station frequency has been input, the receiver tunes into that
frequency. If the input frequency falls below the lower or higher limit
of the receiver's receivable frequency range (FM: 87.5 MHz — 108
MHz, AM: 10 kHz STEP 530 kHz — 1,700 kHz, 9 kHz STEP 531 kHz
— 1,602 kHz) “LOWER” or “UPPER” is displayed, indicating that the
frequency which has been input cannot be tuned in.
5. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and tone as desired.
To cancel frequency input
if none of the STATION CALL switches {(*1 — *O) are pressed for a
period of approximately five seconds, the unit returns to the state it was
in before the DIRECT ACCESS switch was pressed.
Notes regarding FM direct access tuning
* When the CHANNEL STEP switch is set to the FM 100 kHz position,
there is no need to input the last digit “‘O” of the desired station
frequency. Depending on the station frequency, inputting the first two
or three digits is often sufficient.
HITS function
Press the HITS switch during frequency input and the remaining digits
are assigned zeros. The receiver then searches over a frequency band
edge from that center frequency for the nearest station and tunes in
the first one it finds. If no receivable station is found within the band
range, the receiver returns to the state it was in before the switch was
pressed.

TUNER
AUTO OR MANUAL TUNING
1. Press the POWER switch to the ON position.
NOTE:
8e sure to turn the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch OFF when listening to
AM or FM broadcasts.
2. Use the BAND selector to choose either FM or AM.
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
For AUTO tuning:
3. Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to the auto tuning mode.
« In the Auto Tuning mode, the | AUTO | indicator will light.
4. Press the '’+"' or ‘’~"’ switch of the TUNING switches.
° Pressing ‘' +’ causes scanning to take place in the direction of
increasing frequency. Pressing ‘‘— ‘’ causes scanning to take piace
in the direction of decreasing frequency.
* When a station is received, scanning will stop (the | TUNED
indicator lights). If you wish to receive a different station, press
the TUNING switch (''+" or “'~"') again.
5
HITS
switch
4
MANUAL tuning:
This is the ‘’normal”' tuning mode. Each time the TUNING switch “+ °”
or’ —"’ is pressed, the tuning frequency changes by one channel step,
allowing you to find stations manually.
For MANUAL tuning:
3. Set the AUTO/MANUAL switch to the manual tuning mode.
¢ When in the Manual Tuning mode, the | AUTO jindicator will go
out.
4. Press the ‘+’ or “’—"’ switch of the TUNING switch as necessary
to set to the frequency of the desired station.
* Each time the switch is pressed, the tuning frequency will change
by one step in the direction corresponding to the switch pressed.
When pressed continuously, the reception frequency will also
change continuously.
* When a station is received, the [TUNED J indicator will light.
* When the received station is broadcasting a program in FM stereo,
the | STEREO |indicator will light. The STEREO indicator will not
light if the FM MODE switch is set to FM MONO.
5. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and tone as desired.
NOTE:
© When Auto Tuning is used, correct reception may not be possible
for very distant stations or stations with very weak signals. In this
event, Manual Tuning is recommended,
¢ The} TUNED jindicator may not light with broadcasts received over
long distances, or when the broadcast signals are extremely weak.
HITS function
When the HITS switch is pressed, the receiver searches from the current
frequency for the nearest station and tunes in the first one it finds. If
no receivable siation is found within the band range, the receiver returns
to the state it was in before the switch was pressed.
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TUNER
FREQUENCY PRESETTING
1 ACOUSTIC
SELECT switch
switch
1. Press the POWER switch to the ON position.
NOTE:
Be sure to turn the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch OFF when listening to
AM or FM broadcasts.
2. Set the BAND selector to either FM or AM.
3. Tune in the desired station.
* See the section “DIRECT ACCESS TUNING” for information on
reception using the Direct Access Tuning mode.
* See the section “AUTO TUNING” for information on reception
using the Auto Tuning mode.
* See the section “MANUAL TUNING” for information on reception
using the Manual Tuning mode.
In addition to station frequencies, the following iterns can also be preset.
* FM MODE AUTO/MONO (FM)
* Acoustic setting (FM, AM)
4, Press the MEMORY switch.
5. Press the STATION CALL switch into which you wish to preset
the station.
© Use the STATION CALL switches (*1 — *0) to select a STATION
CH. One press selects the 1 -- 10 range, two presses 11 — 20
and three presses 21 — 30.
(Example) {f you press key | *3]:
One time — STATION 3
Two times ~ STATION 13
Three times — STATION 23
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to preset additional stations.
A total of 30 AM and FM stations may be preset. If you preset a
STATION CALL switch into which a station has already been
memorized, the former station information will be erased and the
new station will be memorized in its place.
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3 4 FM MODE
AUTO/MONO
LISTENING TO BROADCASTS USING PRESET
TUNING
1. Press the POWER switch to the ON position.
2. Press the STATION CALL switch into which the desired station
has been preset.
* Use the STATION CALL switches {* 1 — *O} to select a STATION
CH. One press selects the 1 -- 10 range, two presses 11 — 20
and three presses 21 — 30.
{Example} H you press key
One time — STATION 3
Two times —~- STATION 13
Three times — STATION 23
* When the INPUT SELECTOR is set to a function other than
TUNER, it will switch to the TUNER function automatically if one
of the STATION CALL switches is pressed.
Tuning can be performed simply and accurately following the above
procedure.
3. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME and tone as desired.
NOTE:
The contents of the STATION CALL switch will be preserved for several
days, even if the receiver power cord is unplugged.
if 2 preset station has been erased, preset it again.
Last station memory
When the POWER switch is pressed to turn power on, the last station
received before the power was turned off will be tuned in again.
When the power is ON, if one of the BAND selector switches is pressed,
the last station received on that band will be tuned in again.