Pioneer Stereo System VSX C100 User Manual

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL  
RECEIVER  
VSX-C100  
VSX-C100-S  
Operating Instructions  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety  
and operating instructions should be  
read before the product is operated.  
RETAININSTRUCTIONSThesafetyand  
operatinginstructionsshouldberetained  
for future reference.  
HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the  
productandintheoperatinginstructions  
should be adhered to.  
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating  
anduseinstructionsshouldbefollowed.  
CLEANING Unplug this product from the  
walloutletbeforecleaning. Theproduct  
should be cleaned only with a polishing  
cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean  
withfurniturewax,benzine,insecticides  
or other volatile liquids since they may  
corrode the cabinet.  
ATTACHMENTSDonotuseattachments  
not recommended by the product  
manufacturer as they may cause  
hazards.  
WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use  
this product near water — for example,  
nearabathtub,washbowl,kitchensink,  
or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or  
near a swimming pool; and the like.  
ACCESSORIESDonotplacethisproduct  
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table. The product may fall,  
causing serious injury to a child or adult,  
andseriousdamagetotheproduct.Use  
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,  
or table recommended by the  
manufacturer, or sold with the product.  
Any mounting of the product should  
follow the manufacturer’s instructions,  
and should use a mounting accessory  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
CART A product and cart combination  
shouldbemovedwithcare.Quickstops,  
excessive force, and uneven surfaces  
may cause the product and cart  
combination to overturn.  
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION  
÷ If this product is equipped with  
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Never  
pushobjectsofanykindintothisproduct  
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 product.  
SERVICING Do not attempt to service  
this product yourself as opening or  
removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
a
polarized alternating current line plug (a  
plug having one blade wider than the  
other), it will fit into the 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.Donotdefeatthesafetypurpose  
of the polarized plug.  
If this product is equipped with a three-  
wire grounding type plug, a plug having  
a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into  
a grounding type power outlet. This is a  
safetyfeature.Ifyouareunabletoinsert  
the plug into the outlet, contact your  
electrician to replace your obsolete  
outlet.Donotdefeatthesafetypurpose  
of the grounding type plug.  
÷
DAMAGEREQUIRINGSERVICEUnplug  
this product from the wall outlet and  
refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel under the following  
conditions:  
÷
÷
÷
÷
When the power-supply cord or plug is  
damaged.  
If liquid has been spilled, or objects  
have fallen into the product.  
If the product has been exposed to rain  
or water.  
Iftheproductdoesnotoperatenormally  
by following the operating instructions.  
Adjust only those controls that are  
covered by the operating instructions  
as an improper adjustment of other  
controls may result in damage and will  
POWER-CORD PROTECTION Power-  
supply cords should be routed so that  
they are not likely to be walked on or  
pinchedbyitemsplaceduponoragainst  
them,payingparticularattentiontocords  
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and  
the point where they exit from the  
product.  
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If  
an outside antenna or cable system is  
connected to the product, be sure the  
antennaorcablesystemisgroundedso  
as to provide some protection against  
voltage surges and built-up static  
charges. Article 810 of the National  
ElectricalCode,ANSI/NFPA70,provides  
information with regard 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  
groundingelectrodes,andrequirements  
for the grounding electrode. See Figure  
A.  
often require extensive work by  
a
qualified technician to restore the  
product to its normal operation.  
If the product has been dropped or  
damaged in any way.  
When the product exhibits a distinct  
changeinperformancethisindicates  
a need for service.  
÷
÷
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.  
SAFETYCHECKUponcompletionofany  
service or repairs to this product, ask  
theservicetechniciantoperformsafety  
checks to determine that the product is  
in proper operating condition.  
LIGHTNINGForaddedprotectionforthis  
productduringalightningstorm,orwhen  
it is left unattended and unused for long  
periods of time, unplug it from the wall  
outlet and disconnect the antenna or  
cable system. This will prevent damage  
to the product due to lightning and  
power-line surges.  
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The  
product should not be mounted to a  
wall or ceiling.  
POWER LINES  
An outside antenna  
HEAT The product should be situated  
away from heat sources such as  
radiators,heatregisters,stoves,orother  
products (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
system should not be located in the  
vicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorother  
electric light or power circuits, or where  
itcanfallintosuchpowerlinesorcircuits.  
When installing an outside antenna  
system, extreme care should be taken  
to keep from touching such power lines  
or circuits as contact with them might  
be fatal.  
VENTILATION Slots and openings in the  
cabinet are provided for ventilation and  
to ensure reliable operation of the  
product and to protect it from  
overheating, and these openings must  
notbeblockedorcovered.Theopenings  
should never be blocked by placing the  
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other  
similar surface. This product 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 This product should  
beoperatedonlyfromthetypeofpower  
sourceindicatedonthemarkinglabel. If  
you are not sure of the type of power  
supply to your home, consult your  
product dealer or local power company.  
LOCATION – The appliance should be in-  
stalled in a stable location.  
OVERLOADING Do not overload wall  
outlets, extension cords, or integral  
convenience receptacles as this can  
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of  
the appliance should be unplugged from  
the outlet when left un-used for a long  
period of time.  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
Fig. A  
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
3
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
When using this product follow the instructions  
written on the underside of the unit, which concern  
rated voltage, etc.  
This product is for general household purposes. Any  
failure due to use for other than household purposes  
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a  
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires  
repair will be charged for even during the warranty  
period.  
K041_En  
TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
SWITCHES (multi-voltage  
model only)  
Only multi-voltage model is 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.  
Operating Environment  
H045 En  
Only multi-voltage model is provided with  
this(these) switch(switches).  
Operating environment temperature and humidity:  
+5°C +35°C (+41°F +95°F); less than 85%RH (cooling  
vents not blocked)  
Do not install in the following locations  
U.S. and Canadian models are not pro-vided with these  
switches.  
H014 En  
Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial  
light  
Location exposed to high humidity, or poorly ventilated  
location  
The line voltage selector switches are on the rear panel.  
Check that they are set properly before plugging the  
power cord into the household wall 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.  
VENTILATION: When installing this unit, make sure  
to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat  
radiation (at least 20 cm at top, 50 cm at rear, and 10 cm at  
each side).  
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.  
WARNING: Slot and openings in the cabinet are  
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the  
product and to protect it from overheating, to prevent fire  
hazard, the openings should never be blocked and covered  
with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Also  
do not put the apparatus on the thick carpet, bed, sofa, or  
fabric having a thick pile.  
H040 En  
TWOVOLTAGE  
SELECTORS  
220V  
240V  
220V  
240V  
110V 120 -127V  
120-127V  
110V  
CAUTION 220 V  
Power source voltage is factory adjusted 220 volts. If your  
area is different, change voltage selectors settings.  
4
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Features  
Compatibility with the Home  
Theater Formats  
Easy-to-use Remote Control  
This new remote control is extremely convenient to use.  
One button is dedicated to one task in the control of the  
receiver, eliminating confusing buttons whose purpose  
are unclear. In addition, this remote can be used to  
operate a variety of other components simply by  
recalling the appropriate setup codes.  
Dolby Digital, DTS Sound Decoders  
These highly evolved multichannel sound formats are  
the heart of home theater. They deliver realistic multi-  
channel sound that can turn any living room into a  
theater, reproducing all the sound effects of the original  
movie. The VSX-C100/C100-S has the flexibility to  
decode all these formats.  
Easy Setup for Quick Home Use  
This receiver features an automatic setup function that  
senses which speakers you have hooked up and  
automatically sets the receiver for proper surround  
sound. Thus, you can start enjoying home theater  
immediately after hooking up your speakers and  
components, without worrying about difficult setup  
procedures.  
Dolby Pro Logic II Decoder  
The VSX-C100/C100-S reproduces this industry-leading  
format with excellent clarity. With it you can get  
multichannel surround sound even from two channel  
and Dolby Surround sources.  
Home Theater Listening Modes  
The Energy-saving Design  
This unit is designed to use less than 1 W of energy  
when the receiver is in standby mode.  
Custom Designed Listening Modes (p.35)  
These modes enhance the sound of sources from movies  
and music to TV and video games for a more dramatic  
effect. These are each designed to accentuate specific  
sound qualities, giving the listener a wide range of  
possibilities.  
VIRTUAL Mode (p.35)  
This especially designed listening mode uses only two  
channels but through sound imaging imitates a full  
surround sound. It allows you to experience surround  
sound with only two speakers.  
PHONES SURROUND Mode (p.35)  
This new headphone mode allows the user to get a  
surround-like sound while listening on headphones  
designed to accommodate this technology.  
Sound Modes (p.37)  
This unit also has especially created Sound Modes that  
can enhance your listening experience and bring out the  
best in each soundtrack. Each mode is designed to bring  
out a specific quality of the soundtrack or balance the  
sound. The NATURAL corrects the frequencies for small  
speakers to achieve better theater-like surround sound.  
The MIDNIGHT listening mode allows you to obtain  
excellent surround sound effects even when listening at  
low volumes, something that was previously impossible.  
The QUIET mode provides good sound by smoothing  
out harsh noises in the soundtrack. This is achieved by  
reducing the bass and treble. The BRIGHT mode flattens  
out the total frequency output to match the charactersics  
of the front speakers. The S.BASS mode gives you added  
bass for that driving punch that really livens up your  
music or makes a film more realistic.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Labo-  
ratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-  
D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborato-  
ries.  
DTSand DTS Digital Surroundare  
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.  
TruSurround and the  
® symbol are trade-  
marks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround technol-  
ogy is incorporated under license from SRS  
Labs, Inc.  
5
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Contents  
Congratulations on buying this fine 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.  
Contents  
6
06 Playback Modes 35  
Listening Modes 35  
Quick Start Guide  
7
Selecting a Listening Mode 36  
Sound Modes 37  
01 Introductory Information 11  
Checking the Supplied Accessories 11  
Installing the Receiver 11  
Selecting a Sound Mode 37  
07 Using the Tuner 38  
Ventilation 11  
Finding a Station 38  
When Making Cable Connections 11  
Loading the Batteries 12  
Channel Step Setting  
(multi-voltage model only) 38  
Operating Range of Remote Control Unit 12  
Maintenance of External Surfaces 12  
Tuning Directly to a Station 39  
Memorizing Stations 39  
02 Connecting Your Equipment 13  
Audio/Video Cords 13  
Naming Memorized Stations 40  
Recalling Memorized Stations 40  
Coaxial Cords/Optical Cables 13  
Connecting a DVD Player & TV 14  
Connecting a Digital Tuner/Set Top Box 15  
Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital Tuner 16  
Connecting Video Components 16  
Connecting Speakers 18  
08 Using Other Functions 41  
Muting the Sound 41  
Using the Headphones 41  
Changing the Display Brightness (DIMMER  
button) 41  
Input Signal Select 42  
Hints on Speaker Placement 19  
Connecting Antennas 20  
The SLEEP Function 42  
Resetting the System 42  
Default Settings for the Receiver 43  
Using External Antennas 20  
Operating other Pioneer Components with this  
Units Sensor 21  
09 Controlling the Rest of Your System 44  
Changing the Remote Control Mode 44  
Recalling Preset Codes 45  
Plugging in the Receiver 21  
03 Displays & Controls 22  
Front Panel 22  
Clearing the Preset Codes 46  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/  
Cassette Deck Controls 47  
Rear Panel 23  
Remote Control 24  
Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV Controls  
48  
04 Basic Playback 26  
Preset Code List 49  
Checking the Settings on Your DVD (or other)  
Player 26  
10 Additional Information 50  
Program Format/Speaker Channel Indicators 26  
Playing a Source 27  
Troubleshooting 50  
11 Techno Know How 53  
Understanding DVD Packaging 53  
Digital Audio Formats 53  
Recording Formats 54  
05 Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound 28  
Room Setup 28  
Personalizing Your Surround Sound 29  
Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel 34  
Playback Formats 54  
Specifications (U.S. model) 56  
Specifications (Multi voltage model and  
Singaporean model) 57  
6
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Quick Start Guide  
Home Theater: The Basics  
Most consumers are used to using stereo equipment to listen to music but many people are not used to home theater  
systems that give you many more options when listening to soundtracks. In fact, home theater is not really compli-  
cated and this little guide should give you an understanding of basics.  
The main reasons why it seems so difficult is that there are three different factors involved in home theater and each  
will contribute to what kind of sound you get.  
These factors are:  
1) The equipment you are using for you home theater set up. Particularly important is the number of speakers you  
are using. We call this your speaker configuration. The default settings should be fine in most cases.  
2) The 'source' material you are using. This is the actual product (like a DVD) or broadcast (like cable TV) you are  
listening to/watching. We call this the source.  
3) The last factor is the listening mode you choose on the VSX-C100/C100-S receiver. These are explained below and  
in subsequent chapters but most likely the default setting will be fine.  
Let's start with the home theater set up you have in your home.  
Your Home System  
The heart of your system is the VSX-C100/C100-S receiver and it is very flexible in getting you theater-like surround  
sound. You can use this receiver with anywhere from two to five speakers (front left, front right, center, surround left  
and right) and a subwoofer to get home theater surround sound. However we recommend you use five speakers. If  
you only have two speakers choose the Listening mode that offers surround sound for your home setup. Also, a DVD  
player is essential for home theater and you can also hook up satellite or cable TV tuner to this receiver and get a  
more home theater like sound from those programs.  
The Source Material  
DVDs have become the basic source material for home theater because they offer excellent sound and picture quality,  
allow users to choose the movies they want, and are easy to store, etc. You can also enjoy home theater with other  
sources, such as digital satellite TV, cable TV and VHS videotapes. The important part here is all these sources have  
soundtracks recorded on them with various kinds of technology (this is called the sound encoding). Home theater  
sources are recorded (encoded) with multiple sound channels, that is discrete parts of the overall sound. CDs (which  
are stereo sources) work the same way but they only have two sound channels, the left channel and the right channel.  
These two channels carry different parts of the soundtrack and mix together when you hear it to make an enjoyable,  
stereo sound. The same idea applies to home theater sources except home theater sources are recorded with  
multichannels, that is, more than two channels. For example, Dolby Pro Logic encoding has four channels (front left,  
front right, center and a single channel for both surround speakers), Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital and DTS  
encoding usually have six channels (front left, front right, center, surround left and right and a channel that powers  
the subwoofer). Since the subwoofer channel is only for bass sounds this multichannel set up has been named 5.1  
channel sound. These multiple channels are what create a surround sound effect and give you a similar experience of  
that of a movie theater. It is important you consult the manual that came with your DVD player as well to make sure  
the player is outputting a surround soundtrack and all the other settings are appropriate for home theater.  
The Listening Modes  
This receiver has many different listening modes and they are designed to cover all the speaker configurations and  
types of sources you might be using. In general, if you follow the recommend advice and have five speakers hooked  
up in most cases the AUTO listening mode is the easiest way to get realistic home theater sound. This is the default  
setting so you don't have to do anything. Other possibilities (like listening to a stereo CD with all five speakers or,  
conversely taking a stereo source and it getting multichannel home theater-like sound) are explained in Listening  
modes (page 35).  
These are the three basic factors that contribute to your home theater sound. The easiest thing is to hook up five  
speakers and simply play your DVDs with AUTO mode. This will give you realistic and enjoyable home theater  
sound.  
7
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Quick Start Guide  
No Frills Setup  
This receiver was designed with the easiest possible setup in mind so if you just want to hook up your equipment and  
start enjoying quality home theater movies follow the four steps below and use these easy settings on the VSX-C100/  
C100-S. In most cases you can leave the receiver in the default settings.  
Default Settings:  
Speaker Setting: Automatically sensed by the receiver  
Input Setting: DVD  
Signal Select: AUTO  
Listening Mode: AUTO  
Sound Mode: NATURAL  
1) Hook up your DVD player, speakers, subwoofer and TV.  
Connect your DVD player to this unit using either the coaxial digital terminal or the optical digital terminals,  
depending on which type of digital terminal your DVD has. The quality of these two types of connection is the same  
so its simply a matter of matching like with like, and you dont need to do both. It is easiest, however, if you follow  
this receivers default settings and connect your DVD player to coaxial terminal. If your DVD player does not have an  
coaxial terminal, use one of the optical terminal to hook it up to this receiver. (In this case you need to assign the  
DVD function to that terminal. See p.33 in order to do this.) Follow the diagram below to hook up your DVD player  
to either the coaxial or optical terminal(s). Then, hook up the speakers you want to use with this receiver. This  
receiver can be used with just two speakers but its better to have five speakers to get accurate surround sound. See  
pages 18-19 for more details on connecting your speakers. Next, hook up your powered subwoofer, if you have one.  
For all speakers make sure to connect the positive (+) and negative () terminals on the receiver and speakers with  
the same wire (positive to positive, negative to negative).  
Before hooking up your speakers affix  
the color-coded sticker with the  
appropriate name (for example,  
FRONT R) to the speaker wire so  
you always know which speaker that  
wire is connected to.  
While pressing down  
the speaker tab push the  
speaker wire into the  
terminal and release  
speaker terminal tab.  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
AC IN  
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR  
VCR  
/
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
F
M
UNBAL75  
OPT2  
DVD  
ANTENNA  
R
L
(
T
V
/
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
IN  
OUT  
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Coaxial cable  
(sold separately)  
Optical cable  
(sold sepa-  
rately, dont  
Audio cord  
Speaker wire  
(sold separately)  
(sold separately)  
pinch or bend  
cable sharply)  
LINE LEVEL  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT  
COAXIAL  
OPTICAL  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
0
1
4
¡
¢
3
Î
7
8
STANDBY/ON  
DVD Player  
(DV-353, etc.)  
Center  
(C)  
Surround L  
(LS)  
Front R  
(R)  
Front L  
(L)  
Surround R  
(RS)  
When youre hooking up  
your subwoofer make  
sure its power cord is  
disconnected.  
Powered  
Subwoofer (SW)  
If you only hook up two speakers set the Listening  
mode to one of the modes for two channel outputs.  
8
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Quick Start Guide  
Video cord  
(sold separately)  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
AC IN  
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR  
VCR  
/
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F
M
UNBAL75  
OPT2  
DVD  
R
L
(
T
V
/
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
IN  
OUT  
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Video cord  
MONITOR IN  
(sold separately)  
S
VIDEO OUT  
To wall  
outlet  
DVD Player  
(DV-353, etc.)  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
0
TV  
Î
1
4
¡
¢
3
7
8
STANDBY/ON  
Power cord  
Lastly, hook up your DVD player to the DVD IN VIDEO and your TV to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO terminals as  
shown above and plug in the receivers power cord to a power outlet.  
Automatic speaker setup (receiver automatically configures Front, Center, Surround speakers and Subwoofer)  
Once you have completed the above tasks, the receiver will automatically detect which speakers you have connected  
and configure your speaker settings according to that. You dont have to do anything. This setup establishes the size  
and configuration of the speaker system you have connected and is the easy way to setup your speakers for surround  
sound. If you dont have surround speakers or want to make more exact speaker settings, go to page 29.  
The Automatic speaker setup will give you acceptable surround sound.  
2) Turn on the power on the receiver, your DVD player, your powered  
subwoofer and TV.  
Make sure your TV is set to the receiver. If it is not, check the input jack this receiver is hooked up to on your TV  
and consult the manual that came with the TV to figure out the proper TV setting.  
Confirm that DVD appears in the receivers display, indicating that the receiver is set to the DVD input. If it does  
not, press the DVD button to set the receiver to DVD input.  
3) Confirm the settings on your DVD player are correct for the source you  
want to play.  
Make sure your DVD player is outputting a digital signal and choose the soundtrack (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) that  
you want to hear. If you are unsure about your DVD players settings, see page 26 for more information and/or  
consult the manual that came with your DVD player.  
4) Play a source (like a DVD) and adjust the volume to your liking.  
You are now ready to experience home theater with your new surround sound system.  
9
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Quick Start Guide  
Advanced/Customized Settings  
If you want to customize your home theater to your environment, equipment or personal tastes, many settings are  
available. One of the most important advanced settings, called Room Setup, establishes the distances between your  
speakers and your normal listening position (as well as volume levels, etc.). Making this setting should improve your  
surround sound. Room Setup is explained on page 28. After that you could go on to fine tune your surround sound  
for maximum sound quality. These settings start on page 29.  
The VSX-C100/C100-S has many different listening modes to accommodate many different kinds of sources, speaker  
configurations and sound reproduction. Experiment with these features to figure out what suits your tastes.  
The listening mode explanations and settings start on page 35.  
The above is a quick guide to getting you started with your home theater system and a few setup suggestions. It is a  
good idea, however, to read this manual in its entirety so you understand what you can do with the VSX-C100/C100-  
S and the possibilities of home theater in general. You may find many hints in these explanations that help you get  
better sound and let you operate all your equipment more effectively.  
10  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Introductory Information  
01  
Dont place anything on top of the receiver except for  
a Pioneer DV-353/355/251/250/444/533-K/3310/  
5310KD DVD player. If you do place one of these  
pieces of equipment on top of the receiver be sure to  
leave the ventilation space over it as prescribed above.  
The receiver may become hot while in use, please  
take care around it.  
Checking the Supplied  
Accessories  
Please check that you've received the following supplied  
accessories:  
AM loop antenna  
FM wire antenna  
Power cord  
Dry cell batteries (AA Size / IEC R6P) x2  
Remote control unit  
Operating instructions  
Speaker cord labels  
Cord with plug (for U.S model)  
Warranty card (for U.S model)  
Caution 220V label (for Multi voltage model)  
Power plug adapter (for Multi voltage model)  
When Making Cable  
Connections  
Be careful not to arrange cables in a manner that bends  
the cables over the top of this unit. If the cables are laid  
on top of the unit, the magnetic field produced by the  
transformers in this unit may cause a humming noise to  
come from the speakers.  
Installing the Receiver  
When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a  
secure and level plane that is stable.  
Dont place it on the following places:  
on a color TV (the screen may distort)  
near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a  
magnetic field) This may interfere with the sound.  
in direct sunlight  
in damp or wet areas  
in extremely hot or cold areas  
in places where there is a vibration or other movement  
in places that are very dusty  
in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen)  
Ventilation  
Cassette deck placement  
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space  
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat  
dispersal (at least 20 cm at the top, 50 cm at the rear,  
and 10 cm at each side). If not enough space is  
provided between the unit and walls or other  
equipment, heat will build up inside, interfering with  
performance and/or causing malfunctions. See below  
for exceptions to this.  
Depending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise  
may occur during playback of your cassette deck which  
is caused by leakage flux from the transformer in the  
receiver. If you experience noise, move the cassette deck  
farther away from the receiver.  
If using a rack to hold the receiver make sure the  
back of the rack and the left side are open.  
Also, if youre using a case with glass doors, leave the  
glass doors open when using the receiver.  
Storing optical cable  
Do not place on a thick carpet, bed, sofa or fabric  
having a thick pile. Do not cover the receiver with  
fabric or other covering. Anything that blocks  
ventilation will cause the internal temperature to rise,  
which may lead to breakdown or fire hazard.  
When storing optical cable, coil loosely as shown below.  
The cable may be damaged if bent around sharp corners.  
more  
+ than =  
15 cm  
(6 in)  
11  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Introductory Information  
Loading the Batteries  
The remote control operates on two AA batteries  
(supplied).  
Maintenance of External  
Surfaces  
Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust  
and dirt.  
When the surfaces are dirty, wipe with a soft cloth  
dipped in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six  
times with water, and wrung out well, and then wipe  
again with a dry cloth. Do not use furniture wax or  
cleansers.  
Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays or  
other chemicals on or near this unit, since these will  
corrode the surfaces.  
1
2
3
CAUTION:  
Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as  
leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:  
Never use new and old batteries together.  
Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries  
properly according to the marks in the battery case.  
Batteries of the same shape may have different  
voltages. Do not use different batteries together.  
When disposing of used batteries, please comply  
with governmental regulations or environmental  
public institutions rules that apply in your country or  
area.  
Operating Range of the  
Remote Control Unit  
The remote control may not work properly if:  
There are obstacles between the remote control and  
the receiver's remote sensor.  
Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the  
remote sensor.  
The receiver is located near a device that is emitting  
infrared rays.  
The receiver is operated simultaneously with another  
infrared remote control unit.  
30  
30  
7m (23 feet)  
12  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
02  
Audio/Video Cords  
Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to make analog  
audio and video connections.  
Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left),  
and the yellow plugs to VIDEO.  
Be sure to insert completely.  
R
L
VIDEO  
Coaxial Cords/Optical Cables  
Commercially available digital audio coaxial cords  
(standard video cords can also be used) or optical cables  
(not supplied) are used to connect digital components to  
this receiver.  
Be sure to insert completely and in the case of the  
optical cable, right-side up. If it is inserted improperly it  
can break the shutter on the optical terminal (this won't,  
however, affect the connection or insertion of an optical  
cable).  
Coaxial cord  
(or standard composite  
video cord)  
Optical cable  
13  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall  
outlet.  
Connecting a DVD Player & TV  
In order to play PCM/  
                         
2
                         
Digital/DTS multichannel soundtracks, you need to make digital audio connections.  
Connect your DVD player to this unit using either the coaxial digital terminal or the optical digital terminals,  
depending on which type of terminal your DVD has. The quality of these two types of connection is the same so its  
simply a matter of matching like with like. It is easiest, however, if you follow this receivers default settings and  
connect your DVD player to coaxial terminal. If your DVD player does not have an coaxial terminal, use the optical  
terminal to hook it up to this receiver. In this case you need to assign the DVD function to that terminal. See p.33 in  
order to do this. Follow the diagram below to hook up your DVD player to either the coaxial or optical terminal(s).  
Also, connect your TV to this receiver as shown below.  
The basic default settings for the DIGITAL IN terminals are as follows: COAX: DVD; OPT. 1: TV/SAT; OPT. 2: DVR. If  
you need to use an optical terminal for your DVD use OPT.1. In this case, assign your coaxial terminal to TV/SAT (see  
p.33) and the optical default settings change to: OPT. 1: DVD; OPT. 2: DVR.  
DVD Player (DV-353, etc.)  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
0
Î
1
4
¡
¢
3
7
8
STANDBY/ON  
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT  
COAXIAL  
ANALOG OUT  
R
L
S
OPTICAL  
VIDEO OUT  
Optical cable  
(sold separately,  
don’t pinch or  
bend cable  
Coaxial  
cable (sold  
separately)  
Video cord  
(sold separately)  
sharply)  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
/  
T  
N  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR  
VCR  
/
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
F
M
UNBAL75  
OPT2  
DVD  
ANTENNA  
R
L
(
T
V
/
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Video cord (sold separately)  
Why you need an analog connection as well as a  
digital one:  
MONITOR IN  
TV  
• If you don’t have an digital output on your DVD  
player you will need to use the analog connection  
shown here.  
• If you want to get an audio signal from the VCR  
out you need an analog connection.  
• If you want to use your DVD player for karaoke  
you need an analog connection.  
14  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall  
outlet.  
Connecting a Digital Tuner/Set Top Box  
If you have an external digital tuner (like a set top box for satellite or cable TV) you need to connect it to either the  
optical digital terminals or the coaxial digital terminal in order to play digital cable/satellite broadcasting. The quality  
of these two types of connection is the same so its simply a matter of matching like with like. It is easiest, however, if  
you follow this receivers default settings and connect your cable/satellite tuner (or TV/SAT as its called on the remote  
control) to optical terminal 1. If your TV/SAT does not have an optical terminal, use the coaxial terminal to hook it up  
(consult the DVD hook up information on the previous page). In this case you need to assign the TV/SAT function to  
that terminal. See p.33 in order to do this. Follow the diagram below to hook up your TV/SAT to either the optical or  
coaxial terminal.  
Make sure you use a digital connection as well as an analog one for the audio on the cable/satellite tuner, as pictured  
below.  
The basic default settings for the DIGITAL IN terminals are as follows: COAX: DVD; OPT. 1: TV/SAT; OPT. 2: DVR. If  
you need to use the coaxial terminal for your TV/SAT, then assign the coaxial terminal to TV/SAT. The digital termi-  
nals settings change to: COAX: TV/SAT; OPT. 1: DVD; OPT. 2: DVR. (see p.33)  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F M UNBAL75  
L
2  
DVD  
Optical cable (sold  
separately, dont  
pinch or bend  
R
( T V /  
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
cable sharply)  
Coaxial cable  
(sold separately)  
Video cord (sold separately)  
Audio cord  
(sold separately)  
Match the shape  
of terminal and  
the optical plug.  
R
L
VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
Why you need an analog connection as well as a  
digital one:  
Digital Set Top Box  
If you dont have an digital output on your TV tuner  
you will need to use an analog connection.  
If the program you want to watch isnt output from  
the digital terminals you need an analog connection.  
If you want to get a signal from a video deck instead  
of a TV tuner you need an analog connection.  
15  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall  
outlet.  
Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital Tuner  
If you have an TV with an internal digital tuner follow the directions above for an external digital tuner and in  
addition hook up your TV, if you have not already done so when you hooked up your DVD player (see the previous  
page). Make sure you use a digital connection as well as an analog one for the audio, as pictured below.  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F M UNBAL75  
L
2  
DVD  
R
Match the shape  
of terminal and  
the optical plug.  
( T V /  
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
DIGITAL I
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Optical cable (sold  
separately, dont  
pinch or bend cable  
sharply)  
Coaxial  
cable (sold  
separately)  
Audio cord  
(sold separately)  
DIGITAL OUT  
ANALOG OUT  
TV with an  
internal digital tuner  
Connecting Video Components  
Connect your video components to the terminals as shown next page.  
If you have a Digital Video Recorder (a DVR) you need to connect it digitally to either the optical digital terminals or  
the coaxial digital terminal in order to play and/or record multichannel sound. The quality of these two types of  
connection is the same so its simply a matter of matching like with like and using the available terminal(s) after  
youve hooked up your DVD player and cable/satellite/TV tuner.  
Basically the easiest way to connect a DVR is to follow this receivers default settings and connect your cable/satellite  
tuner (or TV/SAT as its called on the remote control) and DVR to optical terminals 1 and 2 respectively, and connect  
the DVD to the coaxial terminal.  
If this isnt possible due to the types of terminals each component is equipped with, then you need to figure out  
which component will be used for the coaxial terminal and assign it properly (see p. 33). After that follow the optical  
terminal defaults (as below).  
If you connected the coaxial terminal to DVD and thus left it on the default DVD setting the optical terminals default  
settings are:  
OPT. 1: TV/SAT  
OPT. 2: DVR  
If you assigned the coaxial terminal to TV/SAT the optical terminals default settings are:  
OPT. 1: DVD  
OPT. 2: DVR  
All video decks (both DVRs and VCRs) should be hooked up with analog connections as well. If you want to record  
programs it is necessary to connect to the DVR/VCR IN AUDIO terminals as shown next page.  
16  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
SURROUND  
1
R
L
CENTER  
R
L
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONIT
OUT  
2
DVR /  
VCR  
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F M NBAL75  
L
OPT2  
R
DVD  
IN  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
IN  
OUT  
SUB  
WOOFER  
OUT  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD I
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Audio/video cord  
(sold separately)  
Audio/video cord  
(sold separately)  
VIDEO  
L
Optical cable (sold  
separately, dont  
pinch or bend  
AUDIO  
R
OPTICAL COAXIAL  
DIGITAL OUT  
INPUT 2  
/AUTO REC  
OUTPUT  
cable sharply)  
DVD RECORDER DVR-7000  
SMART JOG  
DVD  
TIMER  
AUTO REC  
FL OFF  
2
DIGITAL  
Î
STANDBY/ON  
FL DIMMER  
OPEN/CLOSE  
DISCNAVI  
0
FUNCTION  
OPEN  
7
STOP  
3
PLAY  
8
P
A
USE  
REC  
DVD Recorder (DVR-7000, etc.)  
You can only record audio signals from video components hooked up with analog connections.  
If the input component and the receiver are only connected with an digital cable (coaxial or optical), which is for  
audio, you need to connect analog video and audio cables in order to be able to record video programs with  
soundtracks.  
Front  
Select the component hooked  
ONT
up to the Front video  
PHONES  
INPUT SIGNAL  
DTS  
SURROUND MODE  
STANDBY/ON  
connections with the FRONT  
button on the remote control  
or front panel.  
2
AUTO  
PHONES  
2
SOUND  
MODE  
ADVANCED  
DIGITAL IN  
IGITAL  
/VIRTUAL PRO LOGIC II  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
Match the shape of terminal  
and the optical plug.  
COLOR  
BRIGHT  
MONITOR  
VIDEO IN/OUT  
AUDIO IN/OUT  
Portable DVD Player (etc.)  
PHONES  
ON/OFF  
HOLD  
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)  
17  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall  
outlet.  
Connecting Speakers  
A full complement of five speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyones home setup will vary. Simply connect the  
speakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will sense which speakers you have hooked up. The  
receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (called Frontspeakers in the diagram) but we recommend you use  
five speakers. If you dont hook up surround speakers you need to adjust the Listening mode settings (see p. 35).  
Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal.  
Also make sure the positive and negative (+/) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.  
Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 6 to 16 .  
Before hooking up your speakers  
affix the color-coded stickers with  
While pressing down the  
speaker tab push the  
speaker wire into the  
terminal and release  
speaker terminal tab.  
the appropriate names (for example,  
FRONT R) to the speaker wire so  
you always know which speaker  
each wire is connected to.  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
AC IN  
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR  
VCR  
/
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
F
M
UNBAL75  
OPT2  
DVD  
ANTENNA  
R
L
(
T
V
/
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
IN  
OUT  
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Audio cord  
Speaker wire  
(sold separately)  
(sold separately)  
LINE LEVEL  
When youre  
hooking up your  
subwoofer make  
sure its power cord  
is disconnected.  
Powered  
Subwoofer (SW)  
Front R  
(R)  
Front L  
(L)  
Center  
(C)  
Surround R Surround L  
(RS)  
(LS)  
Speaker terminals  
Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver.  
1 Twist about 10 mm (3/8 in) of bare wire strands together.  
2 Push in the speaker terminal tab and insert the wire.  
3 Release speaker terminal tab, it should snugly grip the speaker wire.  
ª
·
10 mm (3/8 in)  
Caution:  
Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If any of the  
bare speaker wire touches the back panel it may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.  
18  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Overhead view of speaker set up  
Hints on Speaker Placement  
Speakers are usually designed with a particular place-  
ment in mind. Some are designed to be floor standing,  
while others should be placed on stands to sound their  
best. Some should be placed near a wall; others should  
be placed away from walls. Follow the guidelines on  
placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with  
your particular speakers to get the most out of them.  
Front  
Right (R)  
Front Left (L)  
Center (C)  
Subwoofer  
(SW)  
Surround  
Left (LS)  
Surround  
Right (RS)  
Place the front left and right speakers at equal  
distances from the TV.  
Listening Position  
When placing speakers near the TV, we recommend  
using magnetically shielded speakers to prevent  
possible interference, such as discoloration of the  
picture when the TV is switched on. If you do not  
have magnetically shielded speakers and notice  
discoloration of the TV picture, move the speakers  
farther away from the TV.  
3-D view of speaker set up  
Install the center speaker above or below the TV so  
that the sound of the center channel is localized at  
the TV screen.  
CAUTION!  
If you choose to install the center speaker on top  
of the TV, be sure to secure it by suitable means to  
reduce the risk of damage or injury resulting from  
the speaker falling from the TV in the event of  
external shocks such as earthquakes.  
If possible, install the surround speakers slightly  
above ear level.  
Try not to install the surround speakers farther away  
from the listening position than the front and center  
speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound  
effect.  
Install the subwoofer on the same plane as the front  
speakers.  
To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your  
speakers as shown on the right. Be sure all speakers are  
installed securely to prevent accidents and improve  
sound quality.  
19  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall  
outlet.  
Connecting Antennas  
Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality,  
connect external antennas (see Using External Antennas, below).  
Singaporean model  
F M UNBAL75  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR /  
VCR  
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F M UNBAL75  
L
OPT2  
DVD  
R
( T V /  
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
AM loop antenna  
AM Antenna connectors  
Assemble the antenna and connect to the receiver.  
Attach to a wall, etc. (if desired) and face in the  
direction that gives the best reception.  
Twist the exposed wire strands together push the tab  
back, insert into the hole and release connector.  
10mm (3/8 in)  
FM wire antenna  
Connect the FM wire antenna and fully extend vertically  
along a window frame or other suitable area.  
Using External Antennas  
To improve AM reception  
To improve FM reception  
Connect a 5-6 m (15-18 feet) length of vinyl-coated wire to the  
AM antenna terminal without disconnecting the supplied AM  
loop antenna.  
Connect an external FM antenna.  
Singaporean model  
For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.  
Outdoor antenna  
75  
coaxial  
cable  
PAL connector  
Indoor antenna  
(Vinyl-coated wire)  
F M UNBAL75  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
75 coaxial cable  
5–6m  
(15-18 feet)  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F M UNBAL75  
AM LOOP  
20  
F M UNBAL75  
ANTENNA  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Connecting Your Equipment  
Operating other Pioneer Components with this Units Sensor  
By connecting a control cord to the CONTROL terminals of the respective equipment, you can control several Pioneer  
components using one remote sensor. Following the diagram below you will see that one component feeds the  
CONTROL OUT terminal and on the other end another component is connected to the CONTROL IN terminal. The  
component that is the end point (the one that has a cord hooked up to its CONTROL OUT only) it is the component  
whose sensor you will use. Point the remote control at that sensor when you want to operate the any of the equip-  
ment connected by this system. In the example below you would point the remote control unit towards the remote  
sensor of the equipment on the left.  
You can also control Pioneer components by pointing the receiver's remote control directly at the component.  
This type of operation does not require control cords. See page 44 for more information.  
To use this kind of remote control you have to hook up a control cord AND the have the component and receiver  
hooked up with analog RCA audio/video cords as well (see pages 1417).  
Components with  
an CONTROL  
terminals  
Components with  
an CONTROL  
terminals  
Point remote control towards  
remote sensor of component  
that only has a cord connected  
to its CONTROL OUT  
terminal  
Mono mini plug  
(optional)  
Mono mini plug  
(optional)  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
AC IN  
(DVD)  
OPT1  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR  
VCR  
/
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F
M
UNBAL75  
OPT2  
DVD  
R
L
(
T
V
/
DVD  
IN  
SAT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
IN  
OUT  
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
Plugging in the Receiver  
After you have connected all your components, including the speakers, plug the receiver into a wall outlet.  
Power cord CAUTION!  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
L
CENTER  
R
L
AC IN  
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. Do not place the unit or a piece of furni-  
ture, 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 a 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.  
IN  
OUT  
CONTROL  
to wall outlet  
The power cord is removable from main unit for storage.  
21  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Displays & Controls  
03  
Front Panel  
ADVANCED:  
1
STANDBY/ON (Main power) button  
Lights when an ADVANCED mode is selected. These  
modes playback emphasizing certain characteristics  
of the sound (see p.35–36).  
Pressing this button switches the receiver ON from  
STANDBY mode.  
RECEIVER button on the remote control also  
toggles between ON and STANDBY mode.  
The receiver uses a small amount of electricity (less  
than 1W) in STANDBY mode.  
6 SOUND MODE  
Lights when you have chosen one of the sound  
modes to be applied to playback (see p.37).  
7 Input buttons  
Use to select the playback source: the possibilities are  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FM/AM and FRONT.  
8 MASTER VOLUME  
2 PHONES jack  
Use to connect headphones (this switches the  
speakers off).  
3 FRONT INPUT  
Use to set the overall listening volume.  
You can connect a portable DVD player, video  
camera, video game system, or whatever equipment  
you would like to have handy, to the FRONT INPUT  
(refer to page 17).  
DISPLAY  
9 TUNER indicators  
4 INPUT SIGNAL indicators  
STEREO: Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being  
received in auto stereo mode.  
Indicates the kind of input signal.  
2 DIGITAL:  
TUNED: Lights when a broadcast is being received.  
MONO: Lights when the mono mode is set using  
MPX (on the remote control).  
When a 2 DIGITAL source is input this indicator  
will light.  
DTS:  
0 Digital (DIG) & Analog (ANA) indicators  
Light according to the kind of signal, digital or  
analog, received (see p.42).  
- 96kHz playback indicator  
Lights when a 96 kHz source is being played.  
= Format indicator  
Shows which speakers are currently in use based on  
the listening mode chosen, the source material and  
the type of decoding being used (see p.26).  
~ SLEEP indicator  
Lights when the SLEEP function is set or active (see  
p.42).  
! OVER indicator  
When a DTS source is input this indicator will light.  
5 SURROUND MODE indicators  
Indicates the SURROUND mode of input signal.  
AUTO:  
Lights when the AUTO mode is selected. This mode  
automatically selects which kind of signal is being  
input and plays back in the appropriate mode.  
PHONES/VIRTUAL:  
Lights when the VIRTUAL or PHONES SURROUND  
mode is selected. The VIRTUAL mode simulates  
surround sound for two speakers (when headphones  
are not plugged in, see p.35). The PHONES SUR-  
ROUND mode simulates surround sound for  
headphones, when they are plugged in.  
2 PRO LOGIC II:  
Lights when the analog signal is too powerful,  
causing possible distortion (see p.33).  
@ Volume level indicator  
Lights when the 2 PRO LOGIC II mode is selected.  
This mode automatically plays back in 2 PRO  
LOGIC II (see p.35).  
# Character display  
Shows the current input (DVD, TV/SAT, etc.),  
listening mode, radio frequency, etc.  
22  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Displays & Controls  
Rear Panel  
Singaporean model  
F M UNBAL75  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
AM LOOP  
F M UNBAL75  
ANTENNA  
T V/  
SAT  
SPEAKERS  
SURROUND  
CENTER  
T V/  
SAT  
IN  
FRONT  
1
R
L
R
L
TWO VOLTAGE  
SELECTORS  
AC IN  
(DVD)  
OPT1  
220V  
240V  
MONITOR  
OUT  
2
DVR  
VCR  
/
DVR /  
VCR  
IN  
AM LOOP  
ANTENNA  
F
M
UNBAL75  
OPT2  
DVD  
220V  
240V  
R
L
120-127V  
110V  
(
V
/
DVD  
IN  
110V 120 -127V  
AT)  
DVR /  
VCR  
OUT  
COA  
X
IN  
OUT  
SUB  
R
L
WOOFER  
OUT  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUD IO  
VIDEO  
AUD IO  
0
TWOVOLTAGE  
SELECTORS  
220V  
240V  
220V  
240V  
120-127V  
110V  
multi-voltage  
model  
110V 120 -127V  
9
1 TV/SAT IN terminals (connect a TV/SAT set top  
box here, see page 15)  
6 DVD IN terminals (connect a DVD player here,  
see page 14)  
Use these terminals to input a TV/SAT signal (or from  
another kind of source, if you choose). Make sure to  
connect to the video terminals and both the analog  
and optical digital terminals for audio. To be able to  
play digital surround soundtracks you need to make  
digital connections. To do this its best to use the  
optical digital terminal here but you can use the  
coaxial digital terminal if necessary (in this case you  
need to assign the terminal to the TV/SAT function.  
See page 33 in order to do this).  
Use these terminals to input the signal from a DVD  
player. Make sure to connect to the video terminals  
and both the analog and coaxial digital terminals for  
audio. To be able to play Dolby Digital and other  
surround soundtracks you need to make digital  
connections. To do this its best to use the coaxial  
digital terminal but you can use the OPT 1 digital  
terminal if necessary (in this case you need to assign  
the coaxial digital terminal to the TV/SAT function.  
See page 33 in order to do this).  
2 MONITOR OUT terminals (connect a TV or  
monitor here, see pages 14)  
7 SUBWOOFER OUT terminals  
Use this terminal to connect a powered subwoofer to  
the receiver (see page 18).  
8 CONTROL IN/OUT terminal  
Use these terminals to output the signal from the  
above terminals 1, 5 or 6 and FRONT INPUT.  
These are video jacks. MONITOR 2 outputs the same  
signal as MONITOR 1.  
You can use this jack to hook up other PIONEER  
equipment, that bears the CONTROL terminal, so  
that you can control them all with the remote control  
for this receiver (see page 21).  
3 ANTENNA terminals  
Connect AM or FM antennas here (see page 20).  
4 SPEAKERS terminals  
Use these terminals to connect speakers to the  
receiver (see page 18).  
5 DVR/VCR IN/OUT terminals (connect a DVR or  
VCR here, see page 16–17)  
9 Voltage Selector (multi-voltage madel only)  
Use to match the voltage coming into the receiver  
with the voltage in your country or region (see page  
4).  
0 AC IN (Power In)  
Use the optical digital terminal to connect a DVR out  
digitally to this receiver. There are also analog  
terminals to input and output the audio and video  
signal from a DVR, VCR (or a video camera, etc.).  
Hook up the power cord to this terminal.  
23  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Displays & Controls  
Remote Control  
All the buttons on the remote control are explained here. See pages 47 & 48 for details relating to using the remote  
control with other components (like your DVD player or TV/SAT tuner).  
1 RECEIVER (Power) button:  
This switches between STANDBY mode and power  
-
=
ON for this receiver.  
2 SIGNAL SELECT button (See p.42):  
Press SIGNAL SELECT repeatedly to select one of  
the following:  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
1
2
3
SLEEP  
ANALOG: To select an analog signal.  
DIGITAL: To select a digital signal.  
AUTO: This is the default. If there are analog and  
digital signals input, the receiver automatically  
selects digital. If only analog is input the  
receiver will select analog.  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FM / AM  
FRONT  
~
!
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
SOUND  
MODE  
AUTO  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
4
5
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP  
MUTE  
3 Input/Control Mode Select buttons:  
Use to put the receiver/remote control in the input  
mode stated on the button. The FM/AM button puts  
the receiver in tuner mode if it was in another mode  
and switches between the FM and the AM band if  
the receiver was already in tuner mode.  
4 Listening Mode buttons:  
ENTER  
6
7
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
@
#
$
TUNE  
AUTO button:  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
Use this button for direct decoding of the input  
signal with no added sound effects. The receiver will  
automatically detect what kind of signal (stereo,  
multichannel, etc.) is being input and play accord-  
ingly.  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
8
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
SURROUND button (see page 35):  
Use this button to choose one of the surround  
listening modes this receiver is equipped with.  
ADVANCED button (see page 35):  
Use this button to choose one of the advanced  
listening modes this receiver is equipped with.  
SOUND MODE button (see page 37):  
Use this button to choose one of the sound modes  
this receiver is equipped with.  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
%
^
ENTER  
10  
9
0
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
5 System setup buttons:  
INPUT  
SETUP button (see page 29):  
&
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
Use this button to start the receiver setup process  
which adjusts the settings to your particular system.  
TEST TONE button (see page 34):  
Use to sound the TEST TONE when setting the  
volume level of each channel.  
RECEIVER  
CH SELECT button (see page 34, note):  
Use to select a speaker when setting the volume  
level of each channel.  
ROOM SETUP button (see page 28):  
Use to set the distance from your speakers to your  
normal listening position.  
+/– buttons (see pages 29–34):  
Use these buttons when making adjustments to the  
SETUP, TEST TONE, or CH.SELECT features.  
24  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Displays & Controls  
ENTER button:  
% Component/Tuner/Satellite Tuner/CATV  
control buttons:  
Use this button to enter Room Setup commands.  
You can also use this button to exit a SETUP  
mode.  
The main function of these buttons (3, 7, etc.) is  
to control a component (CD, for example) after  
you have selected it using the Input/Control  
Mode Select buttons. The tuner/satellite tuner  
controls above these buttons can be accessed after  
you have selected the corresponding Input/  
Control Mode Select buttons (TUNER or SAT,  
etc.). In this case the buttons marked with letters  
(A, etc.) or EXIT will access preset channels or  
functions, depending on your particular satellite/  
cable TV system.  
CH RETURN button:  
Returns to the last channel selected when using a  
digital TV tuner.  
DTV ON/OFF button:  
Switches between on or off of DTV mode.  
DTV INFO button:  
6 Volume buttons:  
MASTER VOLUME +/buttons:  
Use to set the overall listening volume.  
MUTE button (see page 41):  
Use to mute the sound or restore the sound if it  
has been muted.  
7 TOP MENU button:  
Use to return to the most basic menu on a DVD  
player or disc. Also used for tuner commands and  
finding stations or menus on a digital TV tuner.  
8 AUDIO button:  
Use to switch the audio tracks of a DVD when in  
DVD mode or to access the EON function when  
in tuner mode.  
9 Number buttons:  
Use to enter track number on discs or radio  
frequencies.  
You can access the DTV information with this  
button.  
0 CHANNEL +/buttons:  
CLASS button (page 3940):  
Use to select channels on other components such  
as a DVR or satellite tuner.  
Switches between the three banks (classes) of  
radio station presets.  
- LED indicator:  
MPX button (page 38):  
This indicator flashes when a command is sent  
from the remote control to the receiver. It also  
flashes at when teaching the receiver preset codes.  
Switches between stereo and mono reception of  
FM broadcasts. If the signal is weak then  
switching to mono will improve the sound  
quality.  
= SOURCE (Power) button:  
Use this button to turn on and off the power of  
other components.  
D. ACCESS button (page 39):  
After pressing, you can access a radio station  
directly using the number buttons.  
^ ENTER button (page 4748):  
It can be used to enter commands for TV, CATV  
and TUNER.  
~ SLEEP button (see page 42):  
Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and select  
the amount of time before the receiver turns off.  
! DIMMER button (see page 41):  
Press to change the display brightness. The  
DIMMER button allows you to cycle through the  
four different brightness strengths for the display.  
@ MENU button:  
& TV CONTROL buttons:  
These controls are for your TV. They are dedi-  
cated TV controls and will work no matter what  
mode the remote control is in. They can,  
however, be set for different TVs. By default they  
will control the TV. Thus if you only have one TV,  
assign it to the TV/SAT button (see page 45).  
Use to return to the most basic menu on a DVD  
player or disc. Also used for some tuner com-  
mands.  
# } ] ’ ‘ & ENTER buttons  
Use these arrow buttons when adjusting the tuner  
or navigating TV or DVD menus. See these  
respective sections for more information.  
$ SUBTITLE button:  
Use to switch the subtitles on a DVD player or  
disc.  
25  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Basic Playback  
04  
Checking the Settings on Your DVD (or other) Player  
If you don’t set the following two features correctly you may experience problems with your surround sound (for  
example: no sound whatsoever; the sound is unidimensional or lacks punch; or other problems).  
1 Digital output from your DVD player or other component outputting a digital source  
Set the DVD player so the signals below are output from the optical terminal (if you are unsure how to do this  
check the manual that came with your DVD player). It may or may not be necessary to set the digital output on  
other components, like a satellite tuner. Check the manual that came with the component.  
• Dolby Digital  
• DTS  
• 96 kHz PCM (2 channel stereo)  
2 Checking the soundtrack on your disc  
Choose the surround sound signal (for example, Dolby Digital 5.1 ch or Dolby Surround) that you want to hear  
from the disc. Check the manual that came with your DVD player for more information.  
• Depending on your DVD player or source discs you may not be able to output sound from other than digital 2  
channel stereo and analog. In this case you need to change the listening mode to SURROUND if you want  
multichannel surround sound.  
Program Format/Speaker Channel Indicators  
One very useful feature of this receiver is the Program Format/Speaker Channel Indicators. This indicator looks  
something like this:  
The letters  
(Input indicator)  
The triangular segments and SW  
(Output indicator)  
With this indicator you can determine which channels are present in a Dolby Digital or DTS source as well as the  
speakers that are currently being used. The letters L, C, R, LFE, LS & RS represent the signal being input for each  
channel respectively, with LFE being the Low Frequency Effects channel which feeds your subwoofer. These letters  
will only appear if the input is a Dolby Digital or DTS signal.  
The triangular segments and SW represent the output from the receiver. The upper segments represent the front  
left, center, and front right speakers while the bottom segments represent the surround left and surround right  
channels. SW represents the subwoofer channel. If you have all of these speakers connected and are using either a  
multichannel signal (for example, Dolby Digital 5.1 ch or Dolby Surround), or a listening mode to get five  
channels sound, all five of the segments will light. For stereo signals only the front left, center, and front right  
speakers segments will light.  
In some cases, depending on the source and listening mode, the output channels may not light up.  
26  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Basic Playback  
Playing a Source  
Here are the basic instructions for playing a disc or videotape (or any other source) with your home theater system.  
The following pages will tell you about refinements you can make to the sound but the below procedure (with the  
settings you have already made) should allow you to get enjoyable home theater.  
1 Turn on the power of the playback compo-  
nent (for example a DVD player), your TV  
and subwoofer (if you have one).  
4
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
2
3
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
2 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
3 Select the source (like a DVD player) you  
want to playback using the individual Input  
buttons on the remote control.  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
4 Set the signal select to AUTO (if necessary).  
TUNE  
7
ST  
ST  
5 Make sure the TV is set to this receiver.  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
If youre not sure which input on your TV this  
receiver is hooked up to confirm the input jack on the  
back of the TV and consult the manual that came  
with your TV to figure out the proper setting.  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
ENTER  
10  
6 Start playback of the component you selected  
in step 3.  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
7 Press MASTER VOLUME (+/–) to adjust the  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
volume level.  
RECEIVER  
If you want to use analog sources choose analog with  
the SIGNAL SELECT button (see page 42).  
When youre using your TVs internal tuner the TV  
shouldnt be set to this receiver (step 5 above).  
For Karaoke make sure the equipment is hooked up  
with analog connections and choose analog with the  
SIGNAL SELECT button (see page 42).  
STANDBY/ON button  
2
FRONT INPUT  
PHONES  
INPUT SIGNAL  
DTS  
SUR  
STANDBY/ON  
2
AUTO  
PHON  
/VIRTU  
DIGITAL IN  
DIGITAL  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
MASTER VOLUME  
Input buttons  
3
7
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-C100  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
DVR/VCR  
FM/AM  
FRONT  
SURROUND MODE  
PHONES  
2
ADVANCED  
SOUND  
MODE  
R
/VIRTUAL PRO LOGIC II  
DOWN  
UP  
27  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
05  
Room Setup  
This setup establishes the distances from your speakers to your normal listening position. It is important for the  
receiver to know these distances so it can output proper surround sound. Alternatively, you can make more precise  
speaker distance settings on page 29-31. You don’t have to do both, however.  
There are three choices for speaker distances here. They are marked ‘S’, ‘M’ and ‘L but they represent the relationship  
between how far your front speakers and your surround speakers are from your normal listening position, i.e. the  
relationship in distance between the speakers and your listening position. ‘S’ should be used when your surround  
speakers are nearer your main listening position than your front speakers. ‘M’ should be used when all your speakers  
are equidistant from your main listening position. ‘L should be used when your surround speakers are farther from  
your main listening position than your front speakers.  
Follow the instructions below to set the room type.  
(surround speakers closer to  
listening position)  
(speakers are equidistant to  
listening position)  
(front speakers are closer to  
listening position)  
L
S
M
L
C
R
SW  
L
C
R
SW  
L
C
R
SW  
LS  
RS  
LS  
RS  
LS  
RS  
1 Press RECEIVER  
to turn the power on.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
2 Press ROOM SETUP.  
SIGNAL SELECT  
1
SLEEP  
Cycle through the ‘S’, ‘M’, or ‘L settings using the ROOM  
SETUP button and choose the one that best represents the  
placement of your speakers around the room.  
The setting will blink for five seconds.  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
2
3
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
3 While the display is blinking press ENTER.  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
The setting is input into the system and the display shows  
ENTERED.  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
STANDBY/ON button  
1
• These speaker settings will automatically adjust the distance  
between your listening position and the speakers as well as  
the output level from each speaker. It is also possible to  
select these functions manually. To do so see below. For the  
distance between the listening position and the speakers see  
pages 29-31; For the output level of each speaker see page  
34.  
FRONT INPUT  
PHONES  
INPUT SIGNAL  
STANDBY/ON  
2
DIGITAL  
DTS  
DIGITAL IN  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
• The settings made most recently, whether here or manually,  
on the pages mentioned directly above, will supercede any  
previous settings.  
• The default setting is ‘M’.  
28  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
For best results, start with Front speakers setting  
mode and make your initial adjustments in the order  
described below.  
Personalizing Your Surround  
Sound  
This receiver will make the necessary speakers settings  
automatically so you can use it to get enjoyable sur-  
round sound without doing anything, but making more  
exact settings here will give you finer surround sound.  
The current settings are displayed automatically.  
• Front speakers setting mode (page 30)  
Use to specify the size and configuration of the  
FRONT speakers you have connected.  
• Center speaker setting mode (page 30)  
Use to specify the size and configuration of the  
CENTER speaker you have connected.  
• Surround speaker setting mode (page 30)  
Use to specify the size and configuration of the  
SURROUND speakers you have connected.  
For better surround sound complete the instructions  
that follow the speaker settings. Use the first two steps  
on this page and continue on page 30. In this way you  
can get maximum performance out of the receiver.  
Subwoofer setting mode (page 30)  
Use to set the subwoofer output and determine at  
which frequency the bass tones will be sent to the  
subwoofer (if it is on).  
You only need to do these settings once (unless you  
change the placement of your current speaker system or  
add new speakers, etc.). The following pages offer a  
more detailed description of the settings available for  
each mode. The default setting is also shown on each  
page.  
• LFE (Low Frequency Effects) attenuator setting  
mode (page 31)  
Use to lower the level for the LFE channel (a special  
bass channel) when the LFE level is so high as to  
distort.  
• Front speakers distance setting mode (page 31)  
Use to specify the distance from your listening  
position to your front speaker.  
• Center speakers distance setting mode (page 31)  
Use to specify the distance from your listening  
position to your center speaker.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
1
2
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
• Surround speakers distance setting mode (page  
32)  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
Use to specify the distance from your listening  
position to your surround speakers.  
MUTE  
3
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
• Dynamic range control setting mode (page 32)  
Use to compress the dynamic range of a Dolby Digital  
soundtrack with this feature (for non-Dolby Digital  
soundtracks use the MIDNIGHT mode for the same  
effect).  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
• Dual mono setting (page 32)  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
Use with soundtracks that have dual mono encoding  
if you want to isolate one channel to a particular  
speaker.  
ENTER  
10  
• Input attenuator setting (page 33)  
Use to reduce the analog input level coming into the  
receiver when it is so loud as to make it distort.  
• Coaxial connection setting (page 33)  
Use to tell the receiver (assign) which component is  
hooked up the other coaxial digital terminal.  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
RECEIVER  
3 Press ENTER to exit the setting mode.  
1 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.  
2 Press SETUP.  
The setting mode is automatically exited if no operation  
is performed within 20 seconds.  
Make the adjustments that match your home  
setup using the +/– buttons. When finished  
with one setting continue to cycle through  
the setting modes using the SETUP button  
and make adjustments in the same way.  
29  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
Front speakers setting  
Surround speakers setting  
This settings establishes the size and configuration of the  
front speakers you have connected more exactly than the  
automatic setup. Select either Large (L) or Small (S). This  
This settings establishes the size and configuration of the  
surround speaker you have connected more exactly than  
the automatic setup. Select either Large (L) or Small (S).  
will determine if bass sounds are sent by the receiver to the This will determine if bass sounds are sent by the receiver  
speakers being set.  
to the speaker being set. If no speakers are connected  
choose “–”.  
Large: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is  
larger than 12 centimeters (4 12/16 in.), set to Large.  
Large: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is  
Small: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is 12 larger than 12 centimeters (4 12/16 in.), set to Large.  
centimeters (4 12/16 in.) or smaller, set to Small.  
Small: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is 12  
centimeters (4 12/16 in.) or smaller, set to Small.  
None (): Choose this setting if you have no speaker(s)  
hooked up to this terminal. Sound coming from this  
channel in the original source will be down-mixed to one  
of the active speakers.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose a speaker  
setting according to the speakers you hooked  
up.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
Use the +/buttons to choose a speaker  
setting according to the speakers you hooked  
up.  
Center speaker setting  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
This settings establishes the size and configuration of the  
center speaker you have connected more exactly than the  
automatic setup. Select either Large (L) or Small (S).  
This will determine if bass sounds are sent by the  
receiver to the speaker being set. If no speakers are  
connected choose “–”.  
If the front speakers are set to Small (S) you cant  
choose Large (L) for the surround speakers.  
If the center and surround speakers are set to None ()  
the listening modes for all the inputs will automatically  
go into AUTO mode.  
Large: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is  
larger than 12 centimeters (4 12/16 in.), set to Large.  
Small: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is 12  
centimeters (4 12/16 in.) or smaller, set to Small.  
None (): Choose this setting if you have no speaker(s)  
hooked up to this terminal. Sound coming from this  
channel in the original source will be down-mixed to one  
of the active speakers.  
Subwoofer setting  
The Subwoofer setting divides the high and low sounds  
(frequencies) between the speakers. Since most smaller  
speakers cant handle deep bass tones, this setting allows  
you to send those sounds to the subwoofer instead of the  
speakers set to Small (S) in your system. Choose the point  
at which you want the frequency routed to the subwoofer.  
We recommend setting this to 200 Hz if smaller book-  
shelf-type speakers are used for your Smallspeakers.  
Also, when a subwoofer is used, you have the option of  
selecting the PLS setting, which adds extra bass.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose a speaker  
setting according to the speakers you hooked  
up.  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose subwoofer  
setting 100 Hz, 150 Hz, 200 Hz, PLS (plus)  
or – – – (off).  
If the front speakers are set to Small (S) you cant  
choose Large (L) for the center speaker.  
If the center and surround speakers are set to None ()  
the listening modes for all the inputs will automatically  
go into AUTO mode.  
SUBWF 200 Hz  
Sends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to the  
subwoofer.  
SUBWF 150 Hz  
Sends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the  
subwoofer.  
30  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
Front speakers distance setting  
SUBWF 100 Hz  
Sends bass frequencies below 100 Hz to the  
subwoofer.  
Set the distance from the front speakers to the listening  
position.  
SUBWF PLS  
Adds extra bass to the soundtrack.  
SUBWF – – –  
Select if you didnt connect a subwoofer.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose the distance of  
the front speakers from the main listening  
position (within a range from 1 foot [0.3m] to  
30 feet [9m]).  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting  
mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
The Subwoofer setting will appear automatically,  
depending on whether you have connected a  
subwoofer or not.  
The default setting is 200 Hz.  
You can only select PLS when the front speakers are  
set to Large (L).  
The default setting is 6 feet (1.8m).  
One step equals about 1 foot (0.3m).  
If you do the Room Setup (see page 28) after the  
settings here, those will take precedence.  
If the all the speakers are set to Large (L) you can  
only select 100 kHz, PLS or off (– – –) for the  
Subwoofer.  
Center speaker distance setting  
Setting the front speakers to Small (S) means you  
will use a subwoofer, thus its setting cannot be  
turned off. In this case make sure you set the  
subwoofer and choose its cutoff frequency.  
There are some cases where no sound will come from  
the subwoofer even if it is (this depends on the  
speaker setting, the listening mode and/or the kind of  
source material).  
Set the distance from the center speakers to the listening  
position.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose the distance of  
the center speaker from the main listening  
position (within a range from 1 foot [0.3m] to  
30 feet [9m]).  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
LFE attenuator setting  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low  
bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as needed to prevent  
the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from  
all the active speakers.  
The default setting is 5 feet (1.5m).  
One step equals about 1 foot (0.3m).  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
When CENTER –” is selected in Center speaker  
setting, the Center speaker distance cannot be set.  
If you do the Room Setup (see page 28) after making  
the settings here, those will take precedence.  
Use the +/buttons to choose the attenuation  
level 0 dB, 10 dB or LFE OFF.  
0 dB  
No attenuation.  
10 dB  
LFE volume is reduced.  
LFE OFF  
LFE channel is off.  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting  
mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
31  
The default setting is 0 dB.  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
Surround speakers distance setting  
Dual mono setting  
Set the distance from the surround speakers to the  
listening position.  
Dual mono has two different audio channels in it. You  
can use it to listen to soundtracks that have one  
language on one channel and a different language on  
the other.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
The dual mono setting can only be used when listening  
to discs that have dual mono software encoded in them,  
for example some Dolby Digital discs. As of now these  
are not that widely used.  
Use the +/buttons to choose the surround  
speakers from the main listening position  
(within a range from 1 foot [0.3m] to 30 feet  
[9m]).  
The ch1 setting plays channel 1 through your center  
speaker. If you have selected no Center speaker in the  
speakers setting (or are in a 2 ch listening mode) then  
you will hear ch1 out of both front speakers. The ch2  
setting plays channel 2 through your center speaker. If  
you have selected no Center speaker in the speakers  
setting (or are in a 2 ch listening mode) then you will  
hear channel 2 out of both front speakers. In the L. c1  
R. c2 setting the speakers will play the soundtrack  
independently of each other. The left front speaker will  
play channel 1 and the right front speaker will play  
channel 2.  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
The default setting is 6 feet (1.8m).  
One step equals about 1 foot (0.3m).  
When SURR. –” is selected in Surround speakers  
setting, the Surround speakers distance cannot be set.  
If you do the Room Setup (see page 28) after the  
settings here, those will take precedence.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose the Dual mono  
setting (ch1, ch2 or L. c1 R. c2).  
Dynamic range control setting  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and  
softest sounds in any given signal. The dynamic range  
control helps you playback sounds so the quieter sounds  
are audible yet the louder sounds dont get distorted. It  
does this by compressing the dynamic range. When  
watching a movie at low volume, setting this function  
enables low level sounds to be heard more easily but you  
wont be jolted by louder sounds.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
The default setting of this feature is ch1.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose the dynamic  
range control (OFF, MAX, or MID).  
Dynamic range control is operative only when a  
Dolby Digital soundtracks with this feature encoded  
into it is being played back. For other sources use the  
MIDNIGHT mode (see page 37) to achieve the same  
effect.  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
The default setting is OFF.  
When listening at high volume, set to OFF.  
For best results at low volumes, set to MAXfor  
maximum dynamic range compression.  
Dynamic range control is expressed as DRC in the  
display.  
32  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
Optical connection default settings  
Input attenuator setting  
You can connect your digital video components (like a  
DVD player, satellite tuner, or DVR) with optical or  
coaxial cords, as explained directly above and on page  
13. However, the optical terminals cannot be assigned,  
you must follow their default settings in order to match  
your equipment to the remote control buttons (and  
display names, etc.) of this receiver. Thus if you  
followed the default setting for the coaxial terminal and  
hooked a DVD up to that terminal the optical terminal  
default settings are:  
You can set the input signal to be lowered if it is  
distorting. This is only possible for analog signals,  
digital signals cant be attenuated.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to set the input attenua-  
tor ON or OFF.  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting  
mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
OPT. 1: TV/SAT  
OPT. 2: DVR  
If you assigned your TV/SAT (displayed as SAT) to the  
coaxial terminal (see Coaxial connection settingabove  
and Connecting Your Equipmentpage 1416) then  
the defaults for the optical terminals will change  
(because you cannot have one component assigned to  
two different places). Thus they become:  
The default setting is OFF.  
When the OVER indicator light please put the input  
attenuator ON.  
The Input Attenuator is expressed as IN.ATT in the  
display.  
OPT. 1: DVD  
OPT. 2: DVR  
Coaxial connection setting  
(assigning the coaxial terminal)  
Follow the default settings when hooking up equipment  
to the optical terminals.  
This receiver has two different ways you can connect  
your digital video components (like a DVD player,  
satellite tuner, or DVR). You can connect them with an  
optical or coaxial cords (see p.13). The easiest way to  
hook your equipment is using the default settings of this  
receiver. In this case, use a coaxial cord to connect your  
DVD player. If you use the coaxial terminal for your  
satellite or TV tuner (called TV/SAT on the receiver) you  
need to assign that component to the remote (that is,  
tell the remote that you used the coaxial terminal for  
your TV/SAT). The optical terminalsdefault settings  
will change in accordance with how you assign the  
coaxial terminal here. See the next heading for more  
information.  
Follow steps 1&2 on page 29 (if necessary).  
Use the +/buttons to choose the component  
that you hooked up with coaxial cords.  
Press SETUP to advance to the next receiver setting  
mode.  
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting  
mode.  
33  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound  
4 Use the + or  
                                                                                                                                                     
                                                                                                                                                     
buttons to adjust speaker  
Setting the Volume Level of  
Each Channel (adjusting the  
speaker volume balance)  
Use to set the relative volume of each channel as you  
find necessary.  
levels so that you hear the test tone at the  
same volume from each speaker when seated  
in your main listening position.  
If a speaker is deselected in the center, surround  
speaker or subwoofer setting mode (see page 30) then  
no test tone will be output for that speaker.  
The channel level range is 10 dB.  
Levels can be set for each surround mode.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
5 Press TEST TONE to turn off the test tone.  
SIGNAL SELECT  
1
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
3,5  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
Since the subwoofer transmits an ultra-low frequency  
its sound may seem quieter than it actually is. Be  
careful not to turn up your subwoofer too much and  
check the volume with an actual source.  
The subwoofer volume is best controlled with the  
volume control on the powered subwoofer.  
The speaker volume can be adjusted without  
outputting the test tone by pressing CH SELECT and  
+/button.  
CH SELECT  
button  
ENTER  
MUTE  
4
MASTER  
VOLUME  
(+/button)  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
2
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
The default setting is 0 dB for all channels.  
If you have adjusted the channel level using the +  
button, even if the master volume is all the way up  
youll never actually get a volume level that is 0 dB  
(full volume).  
ENTER  
10  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
RECEIVER  
1 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.  
2 Press MASTER VOLUME + or to adjust the  
volume to an appropriate level.  
3 Press TEST TONE to output the test tone.  
The test tone is output in the following order.  
Center  
(C)  
Front L  
(L)  
Front R  
(R)  
Subwoofer Surround L Surround R  
(SW) (LS) (RS)  
The test tone sequence corresponds to the speaker  
settings.  
34  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Playback Modes  
06  
Listening Modes  
Intrinsic to home theater, surround sound delivers a realistic and powerful soundtrack that recreates the movie  
theater experience. You may need to experiment with these different modes to see which suit your home system and  
personal tastes, but in general you should listen to movie sources (like DVDs) in one of the listening modes for  
multichannel outputs.  
AUTO  
This mode automatically detects what kind of signal is being input and employs the proper listening mode of  
the receiver. If you don’t know what kind of signal (stereo, multichannel, etc.) you are using or don’t want to  
bother with switching listening modes, use this feature. This is the basic home theater decoding mode.  
SURROUND  
These modes are generally used for two channel sound sources though you can use multichannel sources like  
Dolby Digital. If you use multichannel sources with these modes you won’t be able to select the first three.  
Try the modes with sources that seem to match the description of the mode below and decide if you like the  
results. What modes you are able to access in any given situation will depend on the source you are using, the  
surround settings and other receiver factors (for example, you won’t be able to access PHONES SURROUND  
mode unless you have the headphones plugged). Also, according to the speaker settings you have made and  
the signal input you may or may not be output from a subwoofer in these modes.  
2 PRO LOGIC  
This mode gives 4.1 channel surround sound. It is less sensitive to the quality of the source material so it may be  
useful when PRO LOGIC II MOVIE/MUSIC do not give good results.  
2 PRO LOGIC II MOVIE (MOVIE)  
This mode gives 5.1 channel surround sound. It is suitable for movies, especially those recorded in Dolby Surround.  
The channel separation and movement of surround effects is comparable to Dolby Digital 5.1.  
2 PRO LOGIC II MUSIC (MUSIC)  
This mode gives 5.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for music. The surround effect is more enveloping than  
PRO LOGIC II MOVIE.  
VIRTUAL (TRUSURROUND VIRTUAL)  
This mode imitates surround sound with two speakers. The sound will only be heard from two speakers in this mode  
but the feeling of an all-encompassing surround sound is reproduced.  
PHONES SURROUND  
When listening with headphones the above mode becomes PHONES SURROUND. Here the effect of overall sur-  
round sound is reproduced for headphone listening.  
STEREO  
Use this mode to listen to conventional stereo sources and retain a stereo sound. Even if a multichannel source is  
input when you are using this listening mode, you will only hear two channel sound.  
ADVANCED  
These modes are used to decode all sound sources but each mode emphasizes certain characteristics of the  
sound. Experiment with the modes and different sound sources to get an effect that suits you. You cannot  
choose ADVANCED modes when inputting 96 kHz signals.  
MOVIE  
This mode simulates the relaxed environment of a medium size movie theater, and is suitable for watching drama.  
MUSIC  
This mode simulates the acoustics of a large concert hall and is suitable for music or musical sources.  
35  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Playback Modes  
TV SURROUND  
This mode produces surround sound even for mono or stereo TV sources. It is useful for old movies. A mono TV  
signal will be able to approximate the effect of overall surround sound.  
GAME  
Use this mode when playing a video game. It works especially well with sound moving from left to right in such  
software as racing games, shooting games, and those kind of games with movement in them.  
VIRTUAL Surround Back (VIRTL SB)  
This mode is especially designed to simulate surround back channels for sources that don’t have them. It emulates the  
effect of surround back speakers in your listening space.  
EXPANDED  
This mode is especially designed to give sound depth to Dolby Surround sources. The overall effect expands the  
sound, giving a dynamic and broad sound to these sources while allowing a faithful reproduction of five speaker  
sound.  
5-CH STEREO (5 STEREO)  
This mode is especially designed to give sound depth to Stereo sources. The overall effect builds a dynamic and  
broad sound space, allowing a reproduction with five speakers.  
Selecting a Listening Mode  
Choose a listening mode that suits the soundtrack you are listening to or achieves the effect you want, as explained  
on the previous page. It will probably be necessary for you to experiment with different modes until you find ones  
which suit your tastes.  
1 Press AUTO, SURROUND or ADVANCED.  
2 If you choose one of the latter two, cycle  
through the modes using the SURROUND or the  
ADVANCED button and select the one suits the  
soundtrack youre listening to.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
Refer to page 35 for more details about each listening  
mode.  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
1-2  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
• The default setting is AUTO. With headphones the  
default setting is STEREO.  
• You can only select the STEREO or PHONES SUR-  
ROUND mode when headphones are plugged into the  
headphone jack.  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
• The listening mode you choose with headphones is fully  
independent of the listening mode with speakers.  
• If you disconnect the headphones while in PHONES  
SURROUND mode the receiver will return to the  
listening mode it was in before you selected PHONES  
SURROUND.  
ENTER  
10  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
• When inputting a 96 kHz PCM signal you can only use  
STEREO listening modes.  
• If you are in a different mode than STEREO and then  
input a 96 kHz PCM signal the receiver will automati-  
cally switch to AUTO.  
RECEIVER  
• Each playback component can be set independently and  
retains its sound mode when another component is  
being used.  
• If you did not connect center and surround speakers you  
can only choose VIRTUAL or STEREO in SURROUND  
mode.  
36  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Playback Modes  
Sound Modes  
The Sound Modes allow you to add certain sound elements when playing all kinds of sources (two-channel/stereo  
sources, Dolby Surround sources, Dolby Digital or DTS sources). They can be used in conjunction with the listening  
modes explained on the previous page.  
NATURAL  
This mode flattens the total frequency output to make it match the characteristics of the small speakers. When  
playing a multichannel source using the small speakers this setting corrects the frequency to achieve better theater-  
like surround sound.  
MIDNIGHT  
This mode makes the softer sounds more audible and the louder sounds a bit softer so you can hear the entire  
soundtrack, especially quiet sounds and dialog, with a good surround sound feeling when listening at low volumes.  
QUIET  
This mode reduces the bass and treble in the signal. It is best used when you feel sounds are too harsh or sharp and  
would like to smooth them out.  
BRIGHT  
This mode is used for 2ch Stereo, and is only audible from the front speakers. It flattens the total frequency output to  
make it match the characteristics of the front speakers. When playing two channel sources the bass trim often  
becomes muddy and this mode offers clear, true sound in low and high frequencies.  
S.BASS  
This mode increases the bass in the signal and puts the beat of the music or soundtrack in the forefront.  
OFF  
No sound mode is applied.  
Selecting a Sound Mode  
The receiver has three tone effect types that you can add to the Listening mode you are using.  
1 Press SOUND MODE.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
2 Cycle through the different possibilities using  
the SOUND MODE button and select the one you  
want.  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
Refer to above for more details about each sound mode.  
1-2  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
The default setting is NATURAL.  
Each playback component can be set independently and  
retains its sound mode when another component is being  
used.  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
When you choose VIRTUAL mode (page 35) you cant  
select a Sound mode.  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
When inputting a 96 kHz PCM signal you cant select a  
Sound mode.  
37  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Using the Tuner  
07  
Manual tuning  
To change the frequency one step at a time, press the  
TUNE + or TUNE – buttons.  
Finding a Station  
The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and  
AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and  
manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the  
exact frequency of the station you want to listen to, see  
Tuning Directly to a Station” on page 39. Once you are  
tuned to a station you can memorize the frequency for  
recall later—see “Memorizing Stations” on page 39 for  
more on how to do this.  
High speed tuning  
Press and hold the TUNE + or TUNE buttons for  
high speed tuning, releasing the button once the  
desired frequency is reached.  
MPX mode  
If there is interference or noise during a FM radio  
broadcast, or the radio reception is weak, press the MPX  
button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode.  
This should improve the sound quality and allow you to  
enjoy the broadcast.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
1,2  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
Channel Step Setting (multi-  
voltage model only)  
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 tunes 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.  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
3
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
MPX  
ENTER  
10  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
FM 100 kHz, AM 10 kHz:  
Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of  
100 kHz and AM 10 kHz.  
RECEIVER  
FM 50 kHz, AM 9 kHz:  
Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step  
of 50 kHz and AM 9 kHz.  
1 Press the FM/AM button on the remote  
control to put it in tuner mode.  
2 Press the FM/AM button again to change the  
When unsure about the channel allocation for your area,  
consult your dealer for correct information.  
band (FM or AM), if necessary.  
Each press switches the band between FM and AM.  
3 Tune to a station using the TUNE + or TUNE  
To Change Channel Steps (multi-  
voltage model only)  
buttons.  
Automatic tuning  
To search for stations in the currently selected band,  
press and hold either the TUNE + or TUNE –  
buttons for about a second. The receiver will start  
searching for the next station, stopping when it has  
found one. Repeat this step to search for other  
stations.  
With the power turned on, press the FM/AM button and  
the DVR/VCR button on front panel at the same time for  
five seconds to change the kHz setting.  
• Each time the above operation is performed, the  
channel tuning step will alternate between 10K STEP,  
and 9K STEP.  
38  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Using the Tuner  
Tuning Directly to a Station  
Memorizing Stations  
Sometimes, you'll already know the frequency of the  
station you want to listen to. In this case, you can simply  
enter the frequency directly using the number buttons  
on the remote control.  
If you often listen to a particular radio station, it's  
convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for  
easy recall whenever you want to listen to that station.  
This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time.  
The receiver can memorize up to 30 stations, stored in  
three banks, or classes, (A, B and C) of 10 stations each.  
When memorizing FM frequencies, the receiver also  
stores the MPX setting (auto stereo or mono, see page  
38).  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
1
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
MUTE  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
2
4
ENTER  
MUTE  
5
3
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
ENTER  
10  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
3
4
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
ENTER  
10  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
RECEIVER  
1 Tune to a station you want to memorize.  
RECEIVER  
See Finding a Stationon page 38 and Tuning  
Directly to a Stationon this page for more detail on  
how to do this.  
1 Press the FM/AM button on the remote  
2 Press T.EDIT.  
control to put it in tuner mode.  
The display shows a blinking memory class.  
2 Press the FM/AM button again to change the  
band (FM or AM), if necessary.  
Each press switches the band between FM and AM.  
3 Press CLASS to select one of the three  
3 Press D.ACCESS (Direct access).  
classes.  
4 Use the number buttons to enter the fre-  
quency of the radio station.  
Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through the  
three available classes, A, B and C.  
Example: To tune to 106.00 (FM), press 1 0 6 0  
0  
4 Press the ST + or ST – buttons (or the  
number buttons) to select the station  
memory number you want.  
Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through the  
10 available station memories in each class.  
After choosing the location you want, the preset class  
and number blink.  
If you make a mistake while inputting the frequency,  
press the D.ACCESS button twice to cancel the  
frequency and start again.  
5 Press ENTER while the display is blinking to  
input your choice.  
6 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to memorize up to 30  
stations.  
39  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Using the Tuner  
8 Press ENTER when you have got the charac-  
Naming Memorized Stations  
ters you want to enter.  
You can input a name of up to four characters for each  
preset station in the receivers memory (see the previous  
page). This name can be anything you choose. For  
example, you could input "BBC1" for that station and  
when you listen to it the name, rather than the fre-  
quency number, will appear on your display.  
9 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to memorize up to 30  
preset broadcast station names.  
To erase or change the station name  
Perform the procedures of Naming Memorized Stations”  
and enter four spaces to erase the memorized station  
name.  
When you want to change a memorized station name,  
input the new station name using the same procedure.  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
1
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
Recalling Memorized Stations  
Having memorized up to 30 stations (see the previous  
explanation for how to do this), preset stations can be  
easily recalled.  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
4
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
3,5,6,8  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
2
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
1
1 Press the FM/AM button on the remote  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
control.  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
2 Press CLASS repeatedly to select the class.  
ENTER  
MUTE  
Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through the  
three available classes, A, B and C.  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
3 Press ST + or ST – to select the FM preset  
3
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
channel.  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
4 Press T.EDIT twice to select the station name  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
mode.  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
2
ENTER  
5 Press ] (ST +) or } (ST –) to choose the  
first character.  
1 Press the FM/AM button on the remote  
control.  
Scroll through the letters, numbers and symbols you  
can input. Stop on the one you want.  
2 Press CLASS to select the class in which the  
station is stored.  
Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through the  
three available classes, A, B and C.  
6 Press ENTER to input the first of the four  
characters.  
3 Use the ST + or ST – buttons (or the number  
buttons) to select the station memory in  
which the station is stored.  
That character lights steadily in the display and the  
cursor automatically moves to the next space.  
7 Enter up to three more characters in the  
same way.  
Alternatively, recall the station memory using the  
number buttons on the remote control.  
Any time you want to exit the process you can press  
the T.EDIT button.  
If the receiver is left disconnected from the AC power  
outlet or the power is turned off for more than one  
month, the station memories will be lost and will  
have to be reprogrammed.  
40  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Using Other Functions  
08  
Muting the Sound  
Use this feature to mute the volume.  
Changing the Display  
Brightness (DIMMER button)  
The display on the receiver has four brightness settings.  
Use the instructions below to adjust the brightness of  
the display.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
SIGNAL SELECT  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
ENTER  
DIMMER  
MUTE  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
1
1
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
ROOM  
SETUP  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
TUNE  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
1 Press the MUTE button on the remote  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
control.  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
No sound will be audible until the MUTE button is  
pressed again to cancel the muting. Alternatively,  
you can press the MASTER VOLUME +/buttons to  
cancel the muting.  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
ENTER  
10  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
Using the Headphones  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
The headphone features are explained here.  
RECEIVER  
FRONT INPUT  
PHONES  
STANDBY/ON  
1 Use the DIMMER button to cycle through the  
DIGITAL IN  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
different display brightness settings.  
There are four brightness settings, including display  
off.  
PHONES jack  
Plug headphones into the PHONES jack on the front  
of the receiver.  
No sound will be audible from the speakers when  
headphones are plugged in.  
• In the off mode all the lights in the display are off  
except for the master volume indicator, which  
appears very dimly.  
• If you operate the receiver when the display is in the  
off or dimmed modes the display will light for about  
two seconds and then go off again.  
• When using the headphones you can only select  
STEREO or PHONES SURROUND listening modes.  
41  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Using Other Functions  
1 Use the SLEEP button to cycle through the  
three sleep time lengths (90 min., 60 min.,  
and 30 min.) and set the sleep timer.  
Input Signal Select  
This button selects the type of input signal, ANALOG,  
DIGITAL or AUTO, sent to the receiver. You need to take  
special care to switch to the appropriate input when  
necessary. For example, the switch would have to be on  
DIGITAL to hear Dolby Digital or DTS surround sound  
material but it would have to be on analog to record  
from the ANALOG out jacks on the receiver. The default  
setting is AUTO which chooses digital over analog when  
both are available but goes with whatever is available if it  
is the only choice.  
SLEEP indicator  
When the SLEEP timer has been set, or is active, a dot  
indicator will appear in the display (to the left of the  
volume indicator).  
Press the SLEEP button once to view how much time  
is left on the timer before shutdown. Each press after  
that will cycle through the possible SLEEP time  
lengths.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
1
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
Resetting the System  
Use this feature to reset the system to its factory default  
settings.  
1 Use the SIGNAL SELECT button to cycle  
through the three input modes.  
SEL. AUTO  
SEL. ANA  
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-C100  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
SEL. DIG  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
DVR/VCR  
FM/AM  
FRONT  
URROUND MODE  
NES  
2
TUAL PRO LOGIC II  
ADVANCED  
SOUND  
MODE  
R
DOWN  
UP  
If there are no digital inputs (see p.1417), the  
SIGNAL SELECT will default to AUTO.  
Set the SIGNAL SELECT to ANALOG if you want to  
use the receiver for karaoke.  
1
1
1 Press the TV/SAT button and the FRONT  
button at the same time for five seconds to  
return all of the settings to their default  
mode.  
The SLEEP Function  
Use this function to listen to the receiver and have it turn  
off at a specified time without you having to do anything.  
As is clear from the title this function is useful for  
drifting off to sleep while listening to music.  
If the receiver is disconnected from a power source  
for more than a month, or the main power is turned  
off, it will reset to the default settings.  
The above reset doesnt affect the presets that you  
have programmed into the remote control (see page  
45).  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
The receiver resets to STANDBY.  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
1
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
42  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Using Other Functions  
Default Settings for the Receiver  
All the settings that return to their defaults when you reset the system are listed here (see the previous page Resetting  
the System).  
Setting Type  
Default Settings  
Page  
page 27  
page 27  
page 35  
page 35  
Input  
DVD  
MASTER VOLUME  
– – – dB (no sound)  
AUTO (all inputs)  
STEREO (all inputs)  
Listening mode  
Listening mode (with headphones)  
page 37  
page 42  
Sound mode  
NATURAL  
AUTO  
Input signal select  
Speakers (Front, Center, Surround) setting  
Subwoofer setting  
automatically sensed  
200 kHz  
page 30  
page 30  
page 31  
page 31  
page 31  
page 32  
page 32  
page 32  
page 33  
LFE attenuator  
Front speakers distance  
Center speakers distance  
Surround speakers distance  
Dynamic range control  
Dual mono  
0 dB  
6 ft (1.8 m)  
5 ft (1.5 m)  
6 ft (1.8 m)  
OFF  
ch1  
Input attenuator  
OFF  
page 33  
page 34  
Coaxial connect setting  
Setting the volume level of each channel  
Singapore,  
DVD (OPT1 TV/SAT)  
Front “0 dB”, Center “0 dB”,  
Surround “0 dB”, Subwoofer “0 dB”  
AM: 9kHz  
FM: 50kHz  
page 38  
page 38  
multi-voltage model  
Frequency step  
AM: 10kHz  
FM: 100kHz  
U.S. model  
The default settings for the remote control to control other components are listed on page 46.  
43  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Controlling the Rest of Your System  
09  
Changing the Remote Control Mode  
The remote control that comes with this receiver is very flexible and can be switched from controlling this receiver to  
controlling other components, even components not made by Pioneer. You can set up the remote to control so it will  
be able to control everything in your system and thus you’ll only need to use this remote when operating your home  
theater system.  
The settings to control other components on this remote control are for Pioneer equipment but you can include most  
other brand makers. You do this by inputting preset codes that have been decided for each brand maker into the  
remote (see the next page). After these codes are input you’ll be able to operate the equipment.  
For this remote, when you press an input button (like DVD) it also changes the remote control from controlling the  
receiver to controlling DVD functions as well as switching the input to the receiver.  
Switching the Operation Mode of the Remote  
Press the button for the piece of equipment you want to control with this remote (for example DVD). Since the  
buttons have different functions when operating different equipment pages 44 & 45 will give you detailed informa-  
tion on what each button does in each operation mode.  
Buttons for  
controlling other  
components  
Press the button of the component you want to use this remote to  
operate. This will both change the input into the receiver and the  
remote control operation mode.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
Receiver Control  
buttons  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
Input/Control  
Mode Select  
buttons  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
The factory settings for all Input/Control Mode Select buttons are  
explained here. All the settiings are all for Pioneer components but  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
you can change this.  
DVD: DVD player  
ENTER  
MUTE  
TV/SAT: TV  
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
DVR/VCR: DVD recorder  
FM/AM: the built-in radio tuner  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
FRONT: VCR  
TV: TV  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
(For a detailed chart of the factory settings see “Clearing the Preset  
Codes” on page 46)  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
ENTER  
10  
Buttons for  
controlling other  
components  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
Dedicated TV  
CONTROL buttons  
RECEIVER  
• The TV CONTROL buttons are dedicated to controlling the TV. They will always control the TV no matter what  
operation mode the remote is in. Of course, you need to input the preset code for your TV (if it is not Pioneer-  
made) in order to control it with this remote. If, however, you input the code for a similar component (like a  
satellite TV tuner) for a different button (like the TV/SAT button) the TV CONTROL buttons may take on the  
controls of that component when in that mode (i.e. when you press the TV/SAT button the TV CONTROL buttons  
might control your satellite TV tuner, not your TV).  
44  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Controlling the Rest of Your System  
1 While pressing the ENTER button press the  
Input/Control Mode Select button you want  
to preset. For the TV CONTROL buttons  
Recalling Preset Codes  
The following steps show you how to recall preset codes  
for each Input/Control Mode Select button or the TV  
CONTROL buttons. In the former case, once the preset  
code is assigned, pressing the button will automatically  
set the remote to operate the respective component.  
press the TV CONTROL  
(Power) button  
while pressing the ENTER button.  
The LED lights.  
To cancel the preset mode at any time  
Press ENTER.  
The remote control will also return to the previous  
mode after thirty seconds of inactivity.  
Refer to Preset Code Liston pages 49 for the  
components and manufacturers available. You should  
have no problem controlling a component if you find  
the manufacturer in this list, but you can only set  
these codes for the button that is assigned to that  
component. So, for example, the TV codes can only  
be set to the TV/SAT button.  
2 Use the number buttons to enter the 3 digit  
setup code (see pages 49 for “Preset Code  
List”).  
The LED turns off.  
After a code has been input the power of the compo-  
nent being input will turn on or off.  
The remote will return to the previous mode after  
thirty seconds of inactivity.  
Please note that there are cases where only certain  
functions may be controllable after assigning the  
proper preset code, or the codes for the manufacturer  
in the list will not work for the model that you are  
using.  
The power of the component being input will only  
turn on or off if that component is able to be turned  
on directly by remote control.  
Refer to Controlling the Rest of Your Systemon  
pages 47 & 48 for detailed explanations on how to  
operate your other components.  
3 Repeat process to assign preset codes for as  
many components as you want.  
LED  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
1
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
You can only input a code for the component type  
written on each Input/Control Mode Select button.  
Even if you dont input a preset code for the TV (TV/  
SAT Input/Control Mode Select button) you will be  
able to control your TV using the dedicated TV  
CONTROL on the remote.  
ENTER  
MUTE  
1
2
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CAUTION:  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
You may not be able to use a particular code even if it  
is listed on pages 49.  
The remote control buttons will not be able operate  
other equipment unless preset with the method  
above.  
ENTER  
10  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
1
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
TV CONTROL  
(power)  
RECEIVER  
45  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Controlling the Rest of Your System  
Clearing the Preset Codes  
Clears all presets, all learned functions and restores the  
factory presets.  
1 While pressing the ENTER button press and  
hold the 0 button for three seconds.  
The LED on the remote control blinks three times  
indicating all the preset codes have been cleared. The  
remote control will reset as described in the box  
below.  
RECEIVER  
SOURCE  
SIGNAL SELECT  
SLEEP  
DVD  
TV/SAT  
FRONT  
DIMMER  
DVR/ VCR  
AUTO  
FM  
/
AM  
SOUND  
MODE  
SURROUND ADVANCED  
ROOM  
SETUP  
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT  
ENTER  
MUTE  
1
1
MASTER  
VOLUME  
DISPLAY  
TOP MENU  
DTV MENU  
T.EDIT MENU  
TUNE  
ST  
ST  
ENTER  
TUNE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
GUIDE  
CH RETURN  
DTV ON /OFF  
DTV INFO  
CLASS  
MPX  
D.ACCESS  
ENTER  
10  
TV CONTROL  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
CHANNEL  
VOLUME  
SELECT  
RECEIVER  
Input/Control  
Mode Select  
button  
Preset  
Component  
Code  
(Manufacturer)  
DVD  
000  
600  
DVD (PIONEER)  
TV (PIONEER)  
TV/SAT  
DVR/VCR  
FRONT  
456  
400  
DVD Recorder  
(PIONEER)  
VCR (PIONEER)  
TV  
CONTROL  
600  
TV (PIONEER)  
46  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Controlling the Rest of Your System  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/Cassette Deck Controls  
This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the  
commands (see page 45).  
Use Input/Control Mode Select buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.  
Button(s)  
Function  
Components  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder/Cassette deck  
SOURCE  
Press to switch the components between STANDBY and ON.  
Press to return to the start of the current track or chapter. Repeated presses  
skips to the start of previous tracks or chapter.  
CD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder  
4
¢
Play the reverse side of the tape on a reversible deck.  
Cassette deck  
Press to advance to the start of the next track or chapter. Repeated presses  
skips to the start of following tracks or chapter.  
CD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder  
Play the forward side of the tape on a reversible deck.  
Pause playback or recording.  
Cassette deck  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder/Cassette deck  
8
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder/Cassette deck  
¡
1
3
Hold down for fast forward playback.  
Hold down for fast reverse playback.  
Start playback.  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder/Cassette deck  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder/Cassette deck  
Stop playback (on some models, pressing this when the disc is already  
stopped will cause the disc tray to open).  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/  
DVD recorder/Cassette deck  
7
Directly access tracks on a program source.  
Directly access chapter on a program source.  
Directly select a channel.  
CD/MD/CD-R/LD  
DVD/DVD recorder  
VCR  
Number  
Buttons  
Select tracks or chapter higher than 10. Press this button and the remaining  
number to get the track or chapter (+10 Button + 3= track or chapter 13).  
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/  
DVD/LD/DVD recorder  
+10 Button  
Switches subtitles for DVD or video game control pad.  
Video game  
Start recording. To prevent accidental recording, these buttons must be  
pressed together.  
VCR/DVD recorder/  
MD/CD-R/Cassette deck  
’ ‘  
MENU  
Displays menus concerning the current DVD or DVR you are using.  
Displays the top menu of the current DVD or DVR you are using.  
Changes the audio track of discs with more than one audio track.  
Displays/changes the subtitles on multilingual DVDs  
DVD/DVD recorder  
DVD/LD/DVD recorder  
DVD/LD/DVD recorder  
DVD/DVD recorder  
TOP MENU  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE  
} ] ’ ‘  
& ENTER  
Navigate DVD menus/options.  
DVD/DVD recorder  
Depending on the maker and individual model, there are some buttons that may not be able operate some  
equipment or may operate it in a different way.  
47  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Controlling the Rest of Your System  
Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV Controls  
This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the  
commands (see page 45).  
Use Input/Control Mode Select buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.  
Button(s)  
Function  
Components  
TV  
Press to switch the TV or CATV between STANDBY and ON.  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV  
INPUT  
SELECT  
Press to switch the TV input.  
Select channels.  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV  
CHANNEL  
+/  
VOLUME  
+/−  
Adjust the TV volume.  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV/  
Digital TV  
MENU  
Takes you to the TV menu of that system.  
Takes you to the guide menu of that system.  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV/  
Digital TV  
TOP MENU  
Takes you to the previous channel  
Use to show the DTV menu.  
TV  
DISPLAY  
Digital TV  
¡
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ Digital  
TV  
1
4
Use to return to a previous channel.  
Use to move back a page in the menu.  
Cable TV  
BLUE  
Satellite TV/ Digital TV  
Cable TV  
Use to move forward a page in the menu.  
¢
YELLOW  
GREEN  
RED  
Satellite TV/ Digital TV  
Satellite TV/ Digital TV  
Satellite TV/ Digital TV  
8
7
Select channnel higher than 10. Press this button and the remaining number  
to get the track or chapter (+10 Button + 3= track or chapter 13).  
+10 Button  
TV  
Number  
Buttons  
Use to select a specific TV channel.  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV  
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV  
} ] &  
ENTER  
Press to select or adjust and navigate items on the menu screen.  
Depending on the maker and individual model, there are some buttons that may not be able operate some  
equipment or may operate it in a different way.  
48  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Controlling the Rest of Your System  
Preset Code List  
DVD  
STB (SATELLITE/CATV)  
DVD Recorder  
Manufacturer  
TOSHIBA  
SONY  
PANASONIC  
JVC  
SAMSUNG  
SHARP  
AKAI  
Code  
001  
002  
003  
004  
005  
006  
007  
Manufacturer  
Code  
Manufacturer  
Code  
JERROLD  
711, 701, 702, 712  
704, 713, 703, 714  
716, 715  
PIONEER  
456  
TAPE  
S.ATLANTA  
ZENITH  
PIONEER  
705, 706, 708, 709  
707, 717, 710  
700  
Manufacturer  
DENON  
FISHER  
Code  
810  
813  
RCA  
009, 011  
003, 010  
012  
013  
014  
On digital STB  
JVC  
802  
804, 807  
821  
808, 809  
800  
801, 806  
805  
803  
811, 812  
800  
DENON  
HITACHI  
PHILIPS  
ZENITH  
SONY  
(video game)  
LOEWE  
GOLDSTAR  
MICROSOFT  
PIONEER  
KENWOOD  
MARANTZ  
ONKYO  
OPTIMUS  
SONY  
Manufacturer  
RCA  
SONY  
ECHOSTAR  
PRIMESTAR  
BELL  
Code  
201, 203  
202  
205  
206  
016  
013  
014  
TEAC  
208  
200, 207, 231  
TECHNICS  
YAMAHA  
PIONEER  
PIONEER  
017 (Video game)  
000, 003, 008, 111  
DTV  
CD  
LD  
Manufacturer  
PIONEER  
PANASONIC  
Code  
229, 207  
230  
Manufacturer  
DENON  
JVC  
Code  
309, 346  
303  
Manufacturer  
SONY  
Code  
101  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
KENWOOD  
MITSUBISHI  
RCA  
105, 106  
104  
103  
100  
TUNER  
KENWOOD  
MARANTZ  
ONKYO  
OPTIMUS  
PHILIPS  
RCA  
SANYO  
SONY  
TEAC  
310, 311, 321  
323, 312, 324, 346  
320, 308, 307  
300  
312, 322, 346  
302, 319, 313  
313  
301, 316, 317, 318  
305, 306, 327, 324  
325  
Manufacturer  
PIONEER  
Code  
500  
107  
PIONEER  
100, 111(DVD/LD)  
VCR  
TV  
Manufacturer  
ORION  
FUNAI  
Code  
445, 446, 424  
441  
401, 406, 408, 414  
405, 413, 411, 415  
460, 461, 462, 463  
435  
Manufacturer  
RCA  
Code  
601, 610, 615, 616  
617, 618, 661, 662  
609  
RCA  
TECHNICS  
YAMAHA  
PIONEER  
304, 326  
315, 314, 328, 347  
300, 345  
ZENITH  
603, 620  
MAGNAVOX  
607, 610, 603, 612  
629  
601, 608, 607, 610  
617, 602, 628, 618  
607  
ZENITH  
MAGNAVOX  
FISHER  
403, 404, 417  
414, 408, 426, 403  
410, 426, 412, 427  
425, 420  
408, 432, 433  
405, 409, 426  
428, 430, 429, 408  
414, 431, 407  
408, 401, 406, 436  
434  
416, 417, 404, 408  
457, 458, 459  
409, 420, 421, 422  
423, 424, 408, 407  
456  
MD  
GE  
Manufacturer  
SONY  
KENWOOD  
SHARP  
Code  
901  
903  
902  
904  
905  
906  
900, 902, 907  
PHILIPS  
SONY  
PANASONIC  
TOSHIBA  
SHARP  
PANASONIC  
TOSHIBA  
JVC  
604  
607, 608, 622  
605, 602, 626, 621  
602, 619, 627  
606, 610, 624, 625  
618  
TEAC  
ONKYO  
DENON  
PIONEER  
HITACHI  
SONY  
HITACHI  
SANYO  
621, 614  
MITSUBISHI  
GOLDSTAR  
JVC  
609, 610, 602, 621  
610, 623, 621, 602  
613, 623  
MITSUBISHI  
RADIOSHACK  
FUNAI  
GRANDIENTE  
LOEWE  
610, 623, 621, 602  
658  
630  
607  
600  
SANYO  
SHARP  
GOLDSTAR  
OPTIMUS  
410, 412, 425, 435  
402, 418, 419, 456  
411, 409  
408, 432, 433, 402  
418, 419  
PIONEER  
GRADIENTE  
LOEWE  
441  
414, 432  
KENWOOD  
PIONEER  
456  
400  
49  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Additional Information  
10  
Troubleshooting  
Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with  
this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other  
components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks  
listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.  
Cause  
Remedy  
Symptom  
The power does not  
turn on.  
• The power plug is disconnected.  
• Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.  
• The protection circuit may have been • Disconnect the power plug from the outlet,  
activated. and insert again.  
• Speaker wire may be touching the rear • Make sure there are no loose strands of  
panel.  
speaker wire touching the rear panel. This  
could cause the receiver to shut off auto-  
matically.  
• Static electricity caused by dry air.  
• The receiver has a serious problem.  
• Disconnect the power plug from the outlet,  
and insert again.  
AMP ERR blinks in  
the display and the  
unit turns off.  
• Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a  
Pioneer-accredited repair center.  
HEAT UP blinks in the  
display.  
• The receiver has gotten too hot.  
• The receiver has gotten too hot.  
• Allow the receiver to cool down with good  
ventilation. If problem persists turn off re-  
ceiver, unplug from wall and allow it to cool  
down.  
OVERHEAT blinks in  
the display and no  
sound is output.  
Turn the receiver off and allow it to cool  
down with good ventilation. If problem  
persists turn the volume down.  
THDCT NG blinks in  
the display and no  
sound is output.  
• The thermistor (temperature sensor) is Turn the receiver off, unplug from wall and  
out of order.  
call a Pioneer-accredited repair center.  
The unit does not  
respond when the  
buttons are pressed.  
• Improper connections.  
• Make sure the component is connected cor-  
rectly (refer to pages 14–17).  
• Press MUTE on the remote control.  
• Adjust the MASTER VOLUME.  
• Sound is muted.  
• The volume is turned down.  
No sound is output  
when the AM/FM is  
selected.  
• Incorrect frequency.  
• The antenna is not connected.  
Tune in the correct frequency.  
• Connect the antenna (refer to page 20).  
Considerable noise in  
radio broadcasts.  
FM broadcasts  
• The FM antenna is not fully extended • Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position  
or is poorly positioned.  
• Weak radio signals.  
for best reception, and secure to a wall.  
• Connect an outdoor FM antenna (refer to  
page 20).  
AM broadcasts  
• The AM antenna is poorly positioned.  
• Adjust the direction and position for best  
reception.  
• Weak radio signals.  
• Connect an additional internal or external  
AM antenna (refer to page 20).  
• Interference caused by other equipment Turn off the equipment causing the noise or  
(fluorescent lamp, motor, etc.).  
move it away from the receiver.  
• Place the antenna farther away from the  
equipment causing the noise.  
Broadcast stations  
cannot be selected  
automatically.  
• The radio signal is too weak .  
• Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to page  
20).  
50  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Additional Information  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
No sound from surround Surround or center speaker settings are Refer to speakers setting mode on page  
or center speakers.  
incorrect.  
30 to check the speaker settings.  
The surround and/or center levels are Turn levels up. Refer to Setting the  
turned down.  
Volume Level of Each Channelon page  
34 to check the speaker levels.  
The surround and/or center speakers are Connect the speakers (refer to page 18).  
disconnected.  
No sound from  
subwoofer  
The subwoofer is disconnected.  
Connect the subwoofer (refer to page 18).  
The subwoofer's settings are incorrect. Set the subwoofer (refer to page 30).  
Set the front speakers to Small (S) (refer  
to page 30).  
The subwoofer's levels are too low.  
The LFE Attenuator is set to OFF.  
Digital connections are incorrect.  
Refer to Setting the Volume Level of  
Each Channelon page 34 to check the  
speaker levels.  
Set the LFE Attenuator to either 0 dB or  
10 dB (refer to page 31).  
Sound is produced from  
analog components, but  
not from digital ones  
(DVD, LD, CD-ROM  
etc.).  
Make digital connections (refer to page  
1316)  
The digital output of the player is turned Turn on the digital output of the player  
off.  
on (consult the manual that came with  
the player, if necessary).  
The CD-ROM player is outputting a data Use a player that is compatible with this  
stream (not an audio signal) which is in-  
compatible with this receiver.  
receiver.  
Digital connections are incorrect.  
Make digital connections (refer to page  
1316).  
Analog input has been selected.  
Select digital input (refer to page 42).  
The digital input assignment is wrong. Assign the digital input (refer to page 33).  
No sound is output or a  
noise is output when  
Dolby Digital/DTS  
A DVD player not compatible with Make sure your DVD player is compat-  
Dolby Digital/DTS is being used.  
ible with Dolby Digital/DTS.  
The settings on the DVD player are in- Make sure the player's settings are  
software is played back.  
correct and/or the DTS signal output is  
turned off.  
correct and/or the DTS signal out is on.  
Refer to the instruction manual  
supplied with the DVD player.  
The digital output level is turned down Set the digital volume level of the player  
on a CD player or other component  
equipped with digital output level ad-  
justment capability. (The DTS signal has  
been altered by the player, and cannot  
be read.)  
to full, or to the neutral position.  
When a search is per-  
formed by a DTS compat-  
ible CD player during  
playback, noise is output.  
The search function performed by the This is not a malfunction, but be sure to  
player slightly alters the digital informa-  
tion, making it unreadable.  
turn the volume down to prevent the  
output of loud noise from your  
speakers.  
The Dolby/DTS indicator The player is paused.  
Press play.  
doesn't light when  
playing Dolby/DTS  
software.  
The player's sound output settings are Set the player correctly (consult the  
wrong.  
manual that came with the player, if  
necessary).  
When playing a 96 kHz/  
24bit disc the sound is  
too loud.  
Different discs have different recording Turn the volume down.  
levels so some may be louder than oth-  
ers.  
51  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Additional Information  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
The sound distorts.  
The analog signal is too strong.  
Turn on input attenuator (see page 33).  
Master volume is too loud.  
Turn the volume down.  
You can only hear treble The front speakers are set to small.  
Set the front speakers to large (refer to  
from speakers.  
page 30).  
No image is output when The video connections are incorrect.  
an input is selected.  
Make sure the video component is con-  
nected correctly (refer to pages 13 to 16).  
Make sure the proper component is se-  
lected by pressing the correct function  
button (see page 22).  
Set correctly. Refer to the instruction  
manual supplied with the DVD/video  
player.  
The input source is not properly selected.  
The DVD/video player settings are incor-  
rect.  
The settings have all been The receiver has been unplugged or the  
Set the receiver again (refer to page 28-  
32).  
cleared.  
main power turned off for more than a  
month.  
OVERLOAD blinks in the There is a short in your speaker cable.  
display and the power The output is too high.  
turns off automatically.  
Fix the short or get new speaker cable.  
Turn the volume down.  
You can't set the subwoofer All the speakers are set to either large or  
Change the speaker settings (refer to page  
2931).  
frequency route.  
NO (i.e. no speakers are set to small).  
The display is dark or off. The DIMMER feature is set to dark or off.  
Press DIMMER on the remote control re-  
peatedly to select a different brightness.  
After making an adjust- The DIMMER feature is set to off.  
ment the display goes off.  
Press DIMMER on the remote control re-  
peatedly to select a different brightness.  
The receiver cannot be re- The remote control batteries have worn  
Replace the batteries (refer to page 12).  
mote controlled.  
out.  
You are too far away or at a bad angle for  
operation.  
Operate within 7 m (23 feet), 30° of the  
remote sensor on the front panel (refer  
to page 12).  
Remove the obstacle or operate from an-  
other angle of position.  
There is an obstacle between the receiver  
and the remote control.  
Strong light such as fluorescent light.  
Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the  
front panel to direct light.  
Disconnect the CONTROL terminal.  
The CONTROL terminal has been  
hooked up.  
Other components cannot  
be remote controlled.  
The proper code hasn't been input into  
the remote control to control that com-  
ponent.  
Input the proper code into the remote  
control (see page 45).  
The remote control is in a mode to make some  
setting or control something on the receiver.  
Something is plugged into the "CON-  
TROL IN Terminal " (see page 21).  
Press the button of the component you  
want to control.  
Either point remote at the remote  
sensor of the unit that is plugged into  
the "Control Terminal in" or unplug the  
cable from the "CONTROL IN  
Terminal" and use remote normally.  
The shutter of the optical  
terminal doesnt close af-  
ter removing plug.  
The plug was inserted improperly.  
The terminal is fine but the shutter wont  
close.  
If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity.  
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions.  
52  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Techno Know How  
11  
Understanding DVD Packaging  
DVD packaging usually states what sound formats are included on the DVD.  
The diagram here shows what you might see on a typical DVD box. The terms  
used (Dolby Digital, etc.) are explained in the following sections.  
LANGUAGE  
English  
5.1  
SURROUND  
5.1  
SURROUND  
CAPTIONS  
SUBTITLES  
Captioned  
Digital Audio Formats  
Home theater uses various types of methods to encode the sound on to the digital sources and these are known as  
digital formats. The most common digital formats are explained below.  
Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround  
1
Dolby Digital is the most widely used system to record soundtracks on DVDs and other media. It's a sound  
compression format which records the sound of 6 channels of the theater surround system (Dolby Digital) on a  
movie film digital track. Of the 6 channels, the subwoofer channel is intended for bass only, and because the  
frequency range is smaller than a main channel, the overall soundtrack is called 5.1 channels.  
Dolby Digital is the name of the Dolby surround multichannel digital system that was developed after the Dolby  
Surround System and Dolby Pro Logic Surround System.  
Dolby Digital is also known as the 5.1 channel system. It is equipped with 5 channels (front left, front right,  
center, surround left, surround right) in the frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz and an independent Low  
Frequency Effect (LFE) channel. The subwoofer channel is also called Low Frequency Effect (LFE).  
This channel can be used with a powered subwoofer to get strong bass sounds.  
R
DTS  
DTS is another widely used system to record soundtracks on DVDs and other media. It has been adopted as a  
sound recording format in the latest movie theaters since the release of JURASSIC PARKin 1993, and has a  
good reputation for high quality sound and dynamic surround effects.  
In this system, 6 channels of digital sound are recorded on CD-ROM, rather than on the film. DTS adopts a  
simultaneous playback format. With a low rate of compression of sound signals and a high rate of transmittance,  
a higher sound quality format is produced. Also, unlike the process of recording digital sounds on film directly,  
the only components required are a CD-ROM player as might be used with a personal computer and a DTS  
processor, and therefore less investment is required than with other formats. For this reason, the format is being  
introduced in more and more movie theaters, and is being adopted in home movie software (DVD, LD) and  
music software (5.1 channel CD).  
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)  
This is an uncompressed 2 channel stereo format found on most CDs and DATs. PCM can be used as one of the  
audio recording formats for DVD but as it's only 2 channel stereo. It is sometimes used for DVD audio discs (or  
DVD-A).  
53  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Techno Know How  
Recording Formats  
These are the recording formats. Determining what kind of playback format is being employed with any particular  
recording format depends on three things: 1) how the signal is encoded and transmitted; 2) how the signal is  
decoded; and 3) how the sound is actually heard through the speakers (where your speaker configuration and the  
sound mode you choose have a big effect).  
All the possibilities are listed below.  
2 Channel Stereo  
In this format the signal is recorded on two channels (i.e. stereo), left and right. Most music CDs use this format.  
2 Channel Surround (Dolby Surround)  
Used mainly for videotape, this is one of the original home theater formats and can be decoded by this receiver.  
Because it developed over a time it is the most complicated system explained here. The developers had to solve  
the problem of how to offer surround sound to the people who had the proper decoder but at the same time  
deliver 2 channel sound to those without the proper decoder. Thus the Dolby Surround format encodes four  
channels (left, right, center, surround) into two channels for storage and transmission.  
5.1 Channel Surround  
This is a format with five channels (front left & right, center, surround left & right) and a channel for bass. (This  
is called the LFE channel and is usually output from a subwoofer. Since it is only for bass sounds it is thus  
expressed as .1 of a channel.) With this format you can get movie theater-like, powerful surround sound.  
Playback Formats  
This receiver is equipped with many different playback formats and this flexibility should allow you to get stereo or  
surround sound playback (depending on the kind of source you're using) with all speaker configurations.  
2 Channel Stereo Playback  
This is conventional stereo playback from the left and right speakers (called "front" speakers on this receiver).  
Virtual Surround Playback (PHONES/VIRTUAL indicator lights)  
With this playback method you can get multichannel-like surround sound even when using just two speakers.  
This is achieved by the Virtual surround listening mode which uses SRS Tru Surround technology.  
Headphone Surround Playback (PHONES/VIRTUAL indicator lights)  
With this playback method you can get multichannel-like surround sound like effects even when listening on  
headphones. This new technology is useful for getting a surround sound feeling even when listening with the  
privacy of headphones.  
Dolby Pro Logic II Playback (2 PRO LOGIC II indicator lights)  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Dolby Pro Logic II is an improved version of Dolby Pro Logic technology with extended matrix decoding  
technology that can create 5.1 channel sound playback from two channel sources. Dolby Pro Logic II creates basic  
5 channel sound by using the innovative "steering logic" circuit. Therefore when listening to typical two-channel  
sources like CD, the listener can enjoy a richer spatial effect. When using software encoded with Dolby Surround,  
this decoding system affords the listener an improved surround experience with greater sound detail.  
This unit has a three Dolby Pro Logic II functions. The first is "MOVIE" (suitable for film soundtracks); "MUSIC"  
(suitable for music); "Pro Logic Mode" (this mode is less sensitive to the quality of the source material, so may be  
useful when Movie Mode or Music Mode do not give good results). One can select one of them for playback  
depending on your soundtrack of choice.  
Multichannel Surround Playback (ADVANCED indicator lights)  
These are different multichannel playback methods which are each suited to various sources. These modes will  
give you realistic and powerful surround sound playback for five speakers.  
54  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Techno Know How  
55  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Techno Know How  
Specifications (U.S. model)  
Amplifier Section  
FM Tuner Section  
Continuous average power output of 21 watts*  
per channel, min., at 6 ohms, from 20 Hz to  
20,000 Hz with no more than 0.9 %** total  
harmonic distortion (front).  
Frequency Range ......................87.5 MHz to 108 MHz  
Usable Sensitivity ... Mono:13.2 dBf, IHF (1.3 µV/ 75 )  
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity ...................Mono: 20.2 dBf  
....................................................... Stereo: 38.6 dBf  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ............. Mono: 73 dB (at 85 dBf)  
..........................................Stereo: 70 dB (at 85 dBf)  
Distortion .................................. Stereo: 0.5 % (1 kHz)  
Alternate Channel Selectivity ............. 60 dB (400 kHz)  
Stereo Separation ................................... 40 dB (1 kHz)  
Frequency Response .............. 30 Hz to 15 kHz ( 1dB)  
Antenna Input (DIN) ........................ 75 unbalanced  
Continuous Power Output (SURROUND MODE)  
FRONT ................... 33 W / ch (1 kHz, THD 1 %, 6 )  
CENTER ........................ 33 W (1 kHz, THD 1 %, 6 )  
SURROUND ........... 33 W / ch (1 kHz, THD 1 %, 6 )  
RMS Power Output (SURROUND MODE)  
FRONT ................. 41 W / ch (1 kHz, THD 10 %, 6 )  
CENTER ..................... 41 W (1 kHz, THD 10 %, 6 )  
SURROUND ......... 41 W / ch (1 kHz, THD 10 %, 6 )  
AM Tuner Section  
Frequency Range ....... 530 kHz to 1,700 kHz (10 kHz)  
Sensitivity (IHF, Loop antenna) .................... 350 µV/m  
Selectivity ........................................................... 25 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 50 dB  
Antenna .................................................. Loop antenna  
Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ....... 200 mV/47 kΩ  
Frequency Response  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT  
+0  
–3  
......................................... 5 Hz to 100,000 Hz dB  
Miscellaneous  
Output (Level/Impedance)  
DVR/VCR OUT ................................... 200 mV/2.2 kΩ  
Power Requirements .......................... AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Power Consumption ......................................... 120 W  
In Standby ......................................................... 0.8 W  
Dimensions ................ 420 (W) x 65 (H) x 319(D) mm  
.............. 16 9/16 (W) x 2 9/16 (H) x 12 9/16(D) in.  
Weight (without package) ............. 4.8 kg (10 lb 10 oz)  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF, short circuited, A network)  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ................... 97 dB  
Signal-to Noise Ratio [EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz)]  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ................... 79 dB  
Furnished Parts  
* Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade  
Commissions Trade Regulation rule on Power Output  
Claims for Amplifiers.  
AM loop antenna ....................................................... 1  
FM wire antenna ........................................................ 1  
Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6P) ........................... 2  
Remote control unit ................................................... 1  
Power cord ................................................................ 1  
Speaker cord labels .................................................... 1  
Cord with plug .......................................................... 1  
Warranty card ............................................................ 1  
Operating instructions ............................................... 1  
** Measured by Audio Spectrum Analyzer.  
VIDEO Section  
Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ........... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω  
Output (Level/Impedance)  
DVR/VCR, MONITOR ............................. 1 Vp-p/75 Ω  
Frequency Response  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT MONITOR  
Specifications and the design are subject to possible  
+0  
................................................ 5 Hz to 7 MHz –3 dB  
modifications without notice, due to improvements.  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 55 dB  
56  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Techno Know How  
Specifications (Multi voltage model and Singaporean model)  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Amplifier Section  
Singaporean model ................... Mono: 76 dB (at 85 dBf)  
..........................................Stereo: 72 dB (at 85 dBf)  
Multi voltage model .................. Mono: 73 dB (at 85 dBf)  
..........................................Stereo: 70 dB (at 85 dBf)  
Distortion  
Maximum Output Power  
.......................... 41 W / ch (1 kHz, THD 10 %, 6 )  
Continuous Power Output (STEREO MODE)  
Singaporean model ........................ Stereo: 0.6 % (1 kHz)  
Multi voltage model ....................... Stereo: 0.5 % (1 kHz)  
Alternate Channel Selectivity  
Singaporean model ................................ 70 dB (400 kHz)  
Multi voltage model ............................... 60 dB (400 kHz)  
Stereo Separation ................................... 40 dB (1 kHz)  
Frequency Response .............. 30 Hz to 15 kHz ( 1dB)  
Antenna Input .................................. 75 unbalanced  
FRONT ......... 25 W+25W (DIN 1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 )  
Continuous Power Output (SURROUND MODE)  
FRONT ............ 30 W / ch (DIN 1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 )  
CENTER ............... 30 W (DIN 1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 )  
SURROUND .... 30 W / ch (DIN 1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 )  
Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ....... 200 mV/47 kΩ  
Frequency Response  
AM Tuner Section  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT  
......................................... 5 Hz to 100,000 Hz  
Output (Level/Impedance)  
+0 dB  
Frequency Range  
3  
Singaporean model .....531 kHz to 1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)  
Multi voltage model .... 531 kHz to 1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)  
.............................530 kHz to 1,700 kHz (10 kHz step)  
Sensitivity (IHF, Loop antenna) .................... 350 µV/m  
Selectivity  
DVR/VCR OUT ................................... 200 mV/2.2 kΩ  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF, short circuited, A network)  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ................... 97 dB  
Singaporean model ................................................... 30 dB  
Multi voltage model .................................................. 20 dB  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 50 dB  
Antenna .................................................. Loop antenna  
Singaporean model  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio [DIN (Continuous rated power  
output/50 mW) ]  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ......... 88 dB/64 dB  
Multi voltage model  
Signal-to Noise Ratio [EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz)]  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ................... 79 dB  
Miscellaneous  
Power Requirements  
Singaporean model .................AC 220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz  
Multi voltage model .. AC 110/120-127/220/240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Power Consumption  
Singaporean model ..................................................120 W  
Multi voltage model .................................................320 W  
In Standby ......................................................... 0.9 W  
Dimensions ................ 420 (W) x 65 (H) x 319(D) mm  
Weight (without package) .................................. 4.8 kg  
VIDEO Section  
Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT ........... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω  
Output (Level/Impedance)  
DVR/VCR, MONITOR ............................. 1 Vp-p/75 Ω  
Frequency Response  
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/VCR, FRONT MONITOR  
Furnished Parts  
+0  
3  
................................................ 5 Hz to 7 MHz dB  
AM loop antenna ....................................................... 1  
FM wire antenna ........................................................ 1  
Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6P) ........................... 2  
Remote control unit ................................................... 1  
Power cord ................................................................ 1  
Speaker cord labels .................................................... 1  
Caution 220V label (for Multi voltage model) ............ 1  
Power plug adapter (for Multi voltage model) ............ 1  
Operating instructions ............................................... 1  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 55 dB  
FM Tuner Section  
Frequency Range ......................87.5 MHz to 108 MHz  
Usable Sensitivity  
Singaporean model ....... Mono:15.2 dBf, IHF (1.6 µV/ 75 )  
Multi voltage model ...... Mono:13.2 dBf, IHF (1.3 µV/ 75 )  
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity  
Singaporean model .................................. Mono: 20.2 dBf  
....................................................... Stereo: 41.2 dBf  
Multi voltage model ................................. Mono: 20.2 dBf  
....................................................... Stereo: 38.6 dBf  
NOTE:  
Specifications and the design are subject to possible  
modifications without notice, due to improvements.  
57  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
58  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
59  
En  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Published by Pioneer Corporation.  
Copyright © 2002 Pioneer Corporation.  
All rights reserved.  
PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS [USA] INC.  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. 300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada  
PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: 03/570.05.11  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia, TEL: [03] 9586-6300  
P.O. BOX 1540, Long Beach, California 90801-1540, U.S.A.  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.  
San Lorenzo 1009 3er Piso Desp. 302 Col. Del Valle Mexico D.F. C.P. 03100  
TEL: 55-5688-5290  
<ARB7259-A>  
<TNGZC/02D00001>  
Printed in china  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  

Philips CRT Television 14PT1686V User Manual
Philips Portable Multimedia Player SA5225 User Manual
Philips Switch SWV3052 10 User Manual
Philips TV VCR Combo CCX092AT User Manual
Pioneer Speaker System HTP 500 User Manual
Polk Audio Portable Speaker RTS Series User Manual
Polycom IP Phone SIP 302 User Manual
Powermatic Sander WB 25 User Manual
Pride Mobility Mobility Aid Legend 3 User Manual
ProForm Home Gym 928L User Manual