VSX-C300 VSX-C300-S: Audio/Video Multi-Channel Receiver

AUDIO/VIDEO
MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
VSX-C300
VSX-C300-S
Operating Instructions
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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
• Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial
light
• Location exposed to high humidity, or poorly
ventilated location
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 front, and 10 cm at each side).
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.
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Features
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Compatibility with the Home Quiet Mode (p.30)
The Quiet mode provides good sound by smoothing out
Theater Formats harsh noises in the soundtrack. This is achieved by
reducing the bass and treble.
Dolby Digital, DTS Sound Decoders
These highly evolved multichannel sound formats are
the heart of home theater. They deliver realistic multi-
Easy-to-use Remote Control
channel sound that can turn any living room into a This new remote control is extremely convenient to use.
theater, reproducing all the sound effects of the original One button is dedicated to one task in the control of the
movie. The VSX-C300/C300-S has the flexibility to receiver, eliminating confusing buttons whose purpose
decode all these formats. are unclear. In addition, this remote can be used to
operate a variety of other components simply by
MPEG-2 Decoder recalling the appropriate setup codes.
The MPEG-2 sound format is emerging as an important
medium to deliver multichannel soundtracks, especially Easy Setup for Quick Home Use
for music, and the VSX-C300/C300-S is fully equipped
to handle MPEG-2 format discs. This receiver features an automatic setup function that
senses which speakers you have hooked up and
Dolby Pro Logic Decoder automatically sets the receiver for proper surround
This was the first multichannel sound format and many sound. Thus, you can start enjoying home theater
videos and other media can still be found in Pro Logic. immediately after hooking up your speakers and
The VSX-C300/C300-S reproduces this long-standing components, without worrying about difficult setup
format with excellent clarity. With it you can get procedures.
multichannel surround sound even from two channel
and Dolby Surround sources. In addition, you can use
this decoder with the 5-D Theater mode for a stronger The Energy-saving Design
surround sound effect.
This unit is designed to use less than 1 W of energy
when the receiver is in standby mode.
Home Theater Listening Modes
Custom Designed Listening Modes (p.30)
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 Listening Mode (p.30)

This especially designed listening mode uses only two
channels but through sound imaging imitates a full
surround sound. It allows you to experience surround Manufactured under license from Dolby Labo-
sound with only two speakers. ratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Headphones Surround Mode (p.30) Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997
This new headphone mode allows the user to get a Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
surround-like sound while listening on headphones
designed to accommodate this technology.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are
Midnight Listening Mode (p.32) trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
The Midnight listening mode allows you to obtain
excellent surround sound effects even when listening at ®
TruSurround and the symbol are trade-
low volumes, something that was previously impossible.
marks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround technol-
ogy is incorporated under license from SRS
Labs, Inc.
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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 4 06 Listening Modes 30

Listening Modes 30
Quick Start Guide 5
Selecting a Listening Mode 31
01 Introductory Information 9 Tone Effects 32
Checking the Supplied Accessories 9 MIDNIGHT Listening Mode 32
Installing the Receiver 9
07 Using the Tuner 33
When Making Cable Connections 9
Finding a Station 33
Loading the Batteries 10
Tuning Directly to a Station 34
Operating Range of Remote Control Unit 10
Memorizing Stations 34
Maintenance of External Surfaces 10
Naming Memorized Stations 35
02 Connecting Your Equipment 11 Recalling Memorized Stations 35
Connecting a DVD Player & a TV 11 An Introduction to RDS 36
Audio/Video Cords 11 Searching for RDS Programs 37
Optical Cables 11
08 Using Other Functions 38
Connecting a Digital Tuner/Set Top Box 12
Muting the Sound 38
Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital Tuner 12
Using the Headphones 38
Connecting Video Components 13
Changing the Display Brightness 38
Connecting Speakers 14
Checking your Settings 39
Hints on Speaker Placement 15
Analog Input Mode 39
Connecting Antennas 16
Resetting the System 39
Using External Antennas 16
Default Settings for the Receiver 40
Operating other Pioneer Components with this
Unit’s Sensor 17 09 Controlling the Rest of Your System 41
Plugging in the Receiver 17 Changing the Remote Control Mode 41
03 Displays & Controls 18 Recalling Preset Codes 42
Front Panel 18 Clearing the Preset Codes 43
Rear Panel 19 Direct Selection 43
Remote Control 20 CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/

Cassette Deck Controls 44
04 Basic Playback 22 Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV Controls
Automatic Switching between Analog & Digital 45
Signals 22 Preset Code List 46
Checking the Settings on Your DVD (or other)
Player 22
10 Additional Information 49
Playing a Source 23 Troubleshooting 49
05 Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound 24 11 Techno Know How 52

Room Setup 24 Understanding DVD Packaging 52
Personalizing Your Surround Sound 25 Digital Audio Formats 52
Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel 29 Recording Formats 53

Playback Formats 54
Specifications 55
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Quick Start Guide
Home Theater: The Basics
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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) your are
listening to/watching. We call this the source.
3) The last factor is the listening mode you choose on the VSX-C300/C300-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-C300/C300-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 Digital, DTS, and MPEG-2 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 the experience of being
in 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 30).
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.
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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-C300/
C300-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
• Analog/Digital Signal Select: Digital has priority but analog will play automatically if it is the only signal
• Listening Mode: AUTO
1) Hook up your DVD player, speakers, subwoofer and TV.

First, look on the back of your DVD player and figure out if it has an optical output (if you’re not sure consult the
manual that came with your DVD player). If it does hook up your DVD player to this receiver with this digital
terminal. If your DVD player doesn’t have an optical digital output hook the player up with the analog terminals.
Then, hook up the speakers you want to use with this receiver. This receiver can be used with just two speakers but
it’s better to have five speakers to get accurate surround sound. See page 14 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 While pressing down the
appropriate name (for example, “front speaker tab push the
right”) to the speaker wire so you speaker wire into the
always know which speaker that wire terminal and release
is connected to. speaker terminal tab.
R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

DVD 1 AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75Ω R L SPEAKERS CENTER
R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
R L SUB IN OUT AC IN
AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO WOOFER
OUT CONTROL
Optical cable (sold

separately, don’t Audio cord Speaker wire
pinch or bend cable (sold separately) (sold separately)
sharply)
LINE LEVEL
DIGITAL OUT
DVD PLAYER
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DVD Player
FRONT R FRONT L CENTER SURROUND SURROUND
(DV-444, etc.)
(FR) (FL) (C) R (SR) L (SL)
When you’re hooking up
your subwoofer make
sure its power cord is Powered If you only hook up two speakers set the Listening
disconnected. Subwoofer (SW) mode to one of the modes for two channel outputs.
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Quick Start Guide
Video cord Video cord
English
(sold separately) (sold separately)

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
R L SUB IN OUT
OUT CONTROL
MONITOR IN
VIDEO OUT
DVD Player
DVD PLAYER
STANDBY/ON
0
41 ¡¢ 7 8
3
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TV
(DV-444, etc.)
Lastly, hook up your DVD player to the DVD IN VIDEO and your TV to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO terminals as
shown above.
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 don’t 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 don’t have surround speakers or want to make more exact speaker settings should go to page 25.
The Automatic speaker setup will give you acceptable surround sound.
FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUBWOOFER Display 1 Display 2
dB dB
S (SMALL) S (SMALL) S (SMALL) ON

dB dB
L (LARGE) S (SMALL) S (SMALL) OFF

dB dB
S (SMALL) _ (NONE) S (SMALL) ON
dB dB
L (LARGE) _ (NONE) S (SMALL) OFF
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 receiver’s 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 player’s settings, see page 22 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.
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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 24. After that you could go on to fine tune your surround sound
for maximum sound quality. These settings start on page 25.
The VSX-C300/C300-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 30.
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-C300/C300-
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.
Automatic Switching between Analog & Digital Signals

This receiver is equipped with the ability to automatically select a digital or analog signal depending upon what is
being input. If both a digital and an analog signal are being input the receiver will give priority to the digital one. The
DIGITAL indicator will light (see page 18) when the VSX-C300/C300-S is receiving a digital signal. If you have made
a digital connection (see above) and are playing a digital source but the DIGITAL indicator isn’t lit, meaning the
receiver is not playing a digital signal, there are a number of possible reasons for this problem. Check the list below to
try and find the cause.
• The power of the player sending the signal is turned off.
• The digital output of the player sending the signal is turned off (refer to the instruction manual that came with the
player).
• The software or source (usually a DVD disc) you are playing doesn’t output an optical signal (refer to the instruc-
tion manual that came with the player).
• Analog input mode is selected (see page 39).
MEMO:
There is also a way to select an analog input whether a digital signal is being input or not. To do this see “Analog
Input Mode” on page 39.
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Introductory Information 01
Checking the Supplied When Making Cable
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Accessories Connections
Please check that you've received the following supplied Be careful not to arrange cables in a manner that bends
accessories: the cables over the top of this unit. If the cables are laid
• AM loop antenna on top of the unit, the magnetic field produced by the
• FM wire antenna transformers in this unit may cause a humming noise to
• Power cord come from the speakers.
• Dry cell batteries (AA Size / IEC R6P) x2
• Remote control unit
• Operating instructions
• Speaker cord labels
Installing the Receiver

• When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a
secure and level plane that is stable.
• Don’t place it on the following places:
– on a color TV (the screen may distort) Cassette deck placement
– near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives of a Depending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise
magnetic field) This may interfere with the sound. may occur during playback of your cassette deck which
– in direct sunlight is caused by leakage flux from the transformer in the
– in damp or wet areas receiver. If you experience noise, move the cassette deck
– in extremely hot or cold areas farther away from the receiver.
– 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 Storing optical cable

• When installing this unit, make sure to leave space When storing optical cable, coil loosely as shown below.
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat The cable may be damaged if bent around sharp corners.
dispersal (at least 20 cm at the top, 50 cm at the rear
and front, 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 more
performance and/or causing malfunctions. + than =
• If using a rack to hold the receiver make sure the (15 cm)
back of the rack and the left side are open.
• Also, if you’re using a case with glass doors, leave the
glass doors open when using the receiver.
• 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.
• Don’t place anything on top of the receiver except for
a Pioneer DV-444 or 545 DVD player. If you do place
one of these pieces of equipment on top of the
receiver be sure to leave ventilation space over that as
prescribed above.
• The receiver may become hot while in use, please
take care around it.
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Introductory Information
Loading the Batteries Maintenance of External
The remote control operates on two AA batteries Surfaces
(supplied).
• Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust
and dirt.
• When the surfaces are dirty, wipe with a soft cloth
( (
9 9
9 9 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
CAUTION: other chemicals on or near this unit, since these will
Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as corrode the surfaces.
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 institution’s 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.
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Connecting Your Equipment 02
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall
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outlet.
Connecting a DVD Player & a TV

2 Digital/DTS/MPEG multichannel soundtracks, you need to make digital audio
In order to play PCM/2
connections.
Connect your DVD player as shown below.
DVD Player (DV-444, etc.)

DVD PLAYER
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STANDBY/ON 41 ¡¢ 7 8
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DIGITAL OUT ANALOG OUT VIDEO OUT
R L S
Optical cable (sold

separately, don’t pinch
or bend cable sharply)
Video cord
(sold separately)

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
R L SUB
OUT
Video cord (sold separately)

Why you need an analog connection as well as a
digital one:
• If you don’t have an optical output on your DVD MONITOR IN
player you will need to use the analog connection

shown here.
• If the signal doesn’t get output from the optical
terminal you need an analog connection.
• If you want to get an audio signal from the VCR out
TV
you need an analog connection.
• If you want to use your DVD player for karaoke
you need an analog connection.
Audio/Video Cords Optical Cables

Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to make analog Commercially available optical cables are used to
audio and video connections. connect digital components to this receiver.
Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), When plugging in, match the shape of terminal and the
and the yellow plugs to VIDEO. plug. If you have plugged it in incorrectly the cover
Be sure to insert completely. won’t be able to close. Make sure the cover can close
after you’ve plugged in the optical cable. Be sure to
R insert completely.
L Optical cable
VID
EO
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Connecting Your Equipment
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 and your TV
to the jacks shown below in order to play MPEG signals (which most digital satellite broadcasting uses). Make sure
you use a digital connection as well as an analog one for the audio on the satellite tuner, as pictured below.

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
Optical cable (sold DIGITAL
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
R L
separately, don’t pinch IN

R L
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO
or bend cable sharply) OUT
Video cord (sold separately)
Audio cord
(sold separately)
Match the shape
of terminal and Why you need an analog connection as well as a
the optical plug. digital one:
VIDEO OUT
R
AUDIO OUT
L
• If you don’t have an optical output on your TV tuner
DIGITAL OUT
you will need to use an of analog connection.
• If the program you want to watch isn’t output from
the optical terminal you need an analog connection.
• If you want to get a signal from a video deck instead
Digital Set Top Box of a TV tuner you need an analog connection.
Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital Tuner

If you have an TV with an internal digital tuner you need to connect it to the jacks shown below in order to play
MPEG signals (which most digital satellite broadcasting uses). Make sure you use a digital connection as well as an
analog one for the audio, as pictured below.

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
Match the shape IN
R L
OUT
SUB
of terminal and OUT
the optical plug.
Optical cable (sold Audio cord Video cord

separately, don’t pinch (sold separately) (sold separately)
or bend cable sharply) DIGITAL OUT
ANALOG OUT MONITOR IN
TV with an
12 internal digital tuner
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Connecting Video Components

Connect your video components to the jacks as shown below. All video decks are hooked up with analog connec-
tions. If you want to record programs it is necessary to connect to the IN terminals on your VCR as shown below.

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
R L SUB IN OUT
OUT CONTROL
VIDEO
Audio /video cord
Audio /video cord (sold separately)
L
(sold separately) AUDIO
R
IN 1 IN 2 OUT 1 OUT 2
VCR (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 optical digital cable (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
Front video connections are INPUT SIGNAL
VIRTUAL
accessed via the front panel STANDBY FRONT INPUT

DIGITAL MULTI ch 2PROLOGIC 2DIGITAL DTS MPEG PHONES SURR. STEREO
input selector as “FRONT.”

DVD TV/SAT
OFF ON
PHONES VIDEO L AUDIO R DIGITAL IN
Match the shape of terminal

and the optical plug.
COLOR BRIGHT MONITOR
Portable DVD Player (etc.)

AV-IN/OUT AV-IN/OUT
PHONES ON/OFF HOLD
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
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Connecting Speakers
A full complement of five speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply connect the
speakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (called “front”
speakers in the diagram) but we recommend you use five speakers. If you don’t hook up surround speakers you
need to adjust the Listening mode settings (see page 30).
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.
MEMO:
• Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 6 Ω to 16 Ω.
Before hooking up your speakers

affix the color-coded stickers with While pressing down the
the appropriate names (for speaker tab push the
example, “front right”) to the speaker wire into the
speaker wire so you always know terminal and release
which speaker each wire is speaker terminal tab.
connected to.

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
OUT CONTROL
Speaker wire
Audio cord (sold separately)
(sold separately)
ANALOG IN
When you’re
hooking up your
subwoofer make
sure its power cord
is disconnected.
Powered FRONT R FRONT L CENTER SURROUND SURROUND

Subwoofer (SW) (FR) (FL) (C) R (SR) L (SL)
Speaker terminals
Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver.
1 Twist about 10 mm 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
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.
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Hints on Speaker Placement Overhead view of speaker set up
English
Front
Speakers are usually designed with a particular place- Front Left (FL) Center (C) Right (FR)
ment in mind. Some are designed to be floor standing, Subwoofer
while others should be placed on stands to sound their (SW)
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 Surround Left Surround Right
your particular speakers to get the most out of them. (SL) (SR)
• Place the front left and right speakers at equal Listening Position
distances from the TV.
• 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.
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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).
R L ANTENNA FRONT SUR

R
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
R L SUB
OUT
AM loop antenna FM wire antenna

Assemble the antenna and connect to the receiver. Connect the FM wire antenna and fully extend vertically
Attach to a wall, etc. (if desired) and face in the along a window frame or other suitable area.
direction that gives the best reception.
Antenna connectors
Twist the exposed wire strands together push the tab
back, insert into the hole and release connector.
10mm
Using External Antennas

To improve FM reception To improve AM reception
Connect an external FM antenna. Connect a 5-6 m length of vinyl-coated wire to the AM
antenna terminal without disconnecting the supplied AM loop
antenna.
For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.
PAL connector
Outdoor antenna
Indoor antenna
75 Ω coaxial cable (Vinyl-coated wire)
5–6m
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Operating other Pioneer Components with this Unit’s Sensor
English
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 operate the any of the equipment
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.
MEMO:
• 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 41 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 page 11-13).
Components Components
Point remote control towards with an Î mark with an Î mark
remote sensor of component
that only has a cord connected
to its CONTROL OUT
terminal
Mono mini plug Mono mini plug
(optional) (optional)
R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
OUT CONTROL
Plugging in the Receiver

After you have connected all your components, including the speakers, plug the receiver into a wall outlet.
SURROUND
SPEAKERS CENTER
R L
Power cord CAUTION!

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull
out the plug by tugging the cord and never
IN OUT AC IN touch the power cord when your hands are wet
CONTROL
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,
to wall outlet
ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service
MEMO: center or your dealer for a replacement.
• The power cord is removable from main unit for storage.
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03 Displays & Controls
Front Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-C300

INPUT SIGNAL
VIRTUAL
DIGITAL MULTI ch 2PROLOGIC 2DIGITAL DTS MPEG PHONES SURR. STEREO
STANDBY FRONT INPUT

DVD TV/SAT VCR TUNER FRONT MASTER
VOLUME
OFF ON
DOWN UP
9 8 7
STEREO dB
TUNED
~ MONO
RDS
RF ATT
= - 0
1 — OFF/ _ ON (Main power) button VIRTUAL/PHONES SURR.:

Press this button to the ON position so that the Lights when the VIRTUAL or PHONES SURR.
power button on the remote control will be opera- listening modes are selected.
tional. If the button is OFF (—), the power of the STEREO: Lights in stereo mode.
receiver is shut off and the RECEIVER button on 6 MASTER VOLUME
the remote control does not function. When this Use to set the overall listening volume.
button is ON, the power button on the remote 7 Input buttons
control toggles between ON and STANDBY mode. Use to select the playback source: the possibilities are
2 STANDBY indicator DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, TUNER and FRONT.
Lights when the receiver is in standby mode. The 8 FRONT jacks
receiver uses a small amount of electricity (1W) in You can connect a portable DVD player, video
standby mode. camera, video game system, or whatever equipment
3 INPUT SIGNAL indicators you would like to have handy, to the FRONT jacks
Indicates the kind of input signal. (refer to page 13).
DIGITAL : 9 PHONES jack
When a digital source is input this indicator will Use to connect headphones (this switches the
light. speakers off).
MULTI :
When a multichannel source is input this indicator
will light.
4 DECODE MODE indicators
DISPLAY
Indicates how the signal is being decoded.
2 PRO LOGIC: 0 Volume level indicator
Lights when 2 PRO LOGIC decoding is in use. - MIDNIGHT indicator
2 DIGITAL: Lights when Midnight Listening mode is on.
Lights when playing a 2 DIGITAL sound source = CHARACTER display
DTS: Shows the current input (DVD, TV/SAT, etc.),
lights when playing a DTS sound source . listening mode, radio frequency, etc.
MPEG: ~ TUNER indicators
Lights when playing an MPEG source. STEREO: Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being
5 2 Ch Listening Mode indicators received in auto stereo mode.
When these indicators are lit sound is only coming TUNED: Lights when a broadcast is being received.
from the front speakers (and possibly the subwoofer MONO: Lights when the mono mode is set using the
in some settings) or headphones. MPX button.
RDS: Lights when an RDS broadcast is received.
RF ATT: Lights when the RF ATT is on (see p. 33).
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Displays & Controls
Rear Panel
English
1 4 5 7
DVD 1 AM LOOP R L SPEAKERS CENTER
R L
FM UNBAL 75Ω
IN
MONITOR
OUT
2

R L
IN
MONITOR
TV/ OUT
SAT 2
IN
DIGITAL R L
(OPTICAL)
VCR VCR
IN OUT
OUT CONTROL
R L
VCR VCR
IN OUT
R L IN OUT
SUB
3 WOOFER CONTROL
OUT
8 AC IN
TV/
6 9
SAT
IN
2
1 DVD input terminals (connect a DVD player here, 5 RADIO antenna terminals
see page 11) Connect AM or FM antennas here (see page 16).
Use these terminals to input the signal from a DVD 6 SUBWOOFER output terminals
player (or another kind of video player, if you Use this terminal to connect a powered subwoofer to
choose). Make sure to connect to the video terminals the receiver (see page 14).
and both the analog and optical digital terminals for 7 SPEAKER terminals
audio. To be able to play Dolby Digital and other Use these terminals to connect speakers to the
surround soundtracks you need to make digital receiver (see page 14).
connections. To do this use the optical digital 8 CONTROL IN/OUT terminal
terminal here. You can use this jack to hook up other PIONEER
2 TV/SAT input terminals (connect a TV/SAT set equipment, that bears the Î mark, so that you can
top box here, see page 12) control them all with the remote control for this
Use these terminals to input a TV/SAT signal (or receiver (see page 17).
from another kind of source, if you choose). Make 9 AC IN (Power In)
sure to connect to the video terminals and both the Hook up the power cord to this terminal.
analog and optical digital terminals for audio. To be
able to play MPEG and other surround soundtracks
you need to make digital connections. To do this use
the optical digital terminal here.
3 VCR IN/OUT terminals (connect a VCR here, see
page 13)
Use these terminals to input and output the video
signal from a VCR (or a video camera, DVD recorder,
etc.). These are analog jacks.
4 MONITOR output terminals (connect a TV or
monitor here, see page 11)
Use these terminals to output the signal from the
above terminals 1, 2 or 3 and FRONT. These are
video jacks. MONITOR 2 outputs the same signal as
MONITOR 1.
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Displays & Controls
Remote Control
The remote control is divided into roughly three parts for easier understanding: 1) Receiver controls; 2) TV controls
and 3) Playback controls, sound setup and other component controls.
All the buttons on the remote control are explained here.
1) Receiver controls
These controls are for the receiver itself.
LED indicator: This indicator flashes

when a command is sent from the remote
RECEIVER (Power) button: This control to the receiver. It also flashes at
switches between STANDBY mode and when teaching the receiver preset codes.
power ON for this receiver.
INPUT SELECT button (see page 23):

Use to select the playback source. This
button lets you cycle through the different
Input/Control Mode Select buttons: inputs: DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, TUNER and
Use to put the receiver/remote control FRONT.
INPUT
in the input stated on the button. If the RECEIVER DVD SELECT
Direct Selection is off, then these MASTER VOLUME +/– buttons: Use to
REMOTE MASTER
buttons won’t put the receiver in the TV/SAT VCR SETUP VOLUME set the overall listening volume.
input written on the button.
TUNER FRONT DISPLAY MUTING REMOTE SETUP button (see page 42):
Use this button when setting up the
TV CONTROL
Control Mode Select buttons: RECEIVER TV remote control with the REMOTE SETUP
Use these buttons to put the remote feature.
TV INPUT SELECT CHANNEL VOLUME
control in receiver or TV mode
(see page 23). MUTING button: Use to mute the sound
SOURCE BAND CLASS EDIT
or restore the sound if it has been muted.
7 8 3
S M L
RETURN ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
TUNE DISPLAY button (see page 39): Use to
CH.
display information. You can confirm
ST ST
what settings have been made by going
through the various displays.
2) TV controls
These controls are for your TV. They are dedicated TV controls and will work no matter what mode the remote
control is in.
TUNER FRONT DISPLAY MUTING
RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL VOLUME +/– buttons:

TV (Power) button: Use to adjust the volume on your TV.
Use to turn on/off the power of the TV.
7 8 3 CHANNEL +/– buttons:
INPUT SELECT button: Use to select channels on your TV.
S M L
Use to select the TV input. DISPLAY ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
TUNE
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Displays & Controls
3) Playback controls
English
These controls are for the receiver, setup, and other components. If you push the RECEIVER button these buttons
will control the receiver. Once you put the remote control in another mode (for example DVD) the buttons which are
applicable to DVD control will be available for that component (after you have entered the proper preset codes, see
page 42). For explanations of the controls on this remote control for other components see page 44-45.
ROOM SETUP (S-M-L) buttons (see

page 24): Use these functions when
setting up the surround sound speaker
SOURCE (Power) button: RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL
distances with the Quick Start, easy-to-do
Use this button to turn on and off the
method (see page 3).
power of other components. TV INPUT SELECT CHANNEL VOLUME
SOURCE BAND CLASS EDIT 2 3 5 ∞ & ENTER buttons (see pages

CH SELECT button (see page 29): Use 7 8 3 25-28): Use these arrow buttons when
to select a speaker when setting the S M L
setting up your surround system
DISPLAY ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
volume level of each channel. TUNE
CH.
SELECT ST ST CH.
CH.LEVEL +/– buttons (see pages 29):
TEST TONE button (see page 29): Use ENTER LEVEL
Use these buttons to control the volume
to sound the TEST TONE when setting AUDIO MENU
level of each channel or add or subtract
the volume level of each channel. TUNE the amount of effect in a listening mode.
TEST TONE
SEARCH RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS
1 ¡ 4 ¢
DIMMER button (see page 38): Press to DIMMER FLAT QUIET S.BASS
Tone Effect buttons:
change the display brightness. The FLAT button (see page 32)- Press for
1 2 3 4
DIMMER button allows you to cycle VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR.
FLAT mode. This mode plays as recorded
through the four different brightness with no tone adjustments.
5 6 7 8
strengths for the display. PHONES MUSICAL DRAMA ACTION
QUIET button (see page 32)- Press for
SURR. QUIET mode. This mode is for delicate
9 0 +10 ENTER
STEREO STANDARD AUTO MIDNGHT
soundtracks.
2 channel listening mode buttons (see S. BASS button (see page 32)- Press for
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
page 30): S.BASS mode, which adds additional bass
VIRTUAL button- Press for VIRTUAL to the sound.
listening mode. This listening mode
imitates surround sound but only uses
two channels.
PHONES SURR. button- MIDNIGHT button (see page 32): Use to
Press for PHONES SURR. listening put receiver in MIDNIGHT mode.
mode. This listening mode imitates
surround sound for headphones (also
only two channel reproduction). 2/MULTI channel listening mode
STEREO button- button (see page 30). AUTO button: Use
Press for STEREO listening mode. This to put receiver in the AUTO mode, where
is regular stereo reproduction (always the receiver automatically switches
two channel sound). between STEREO (2 ch) and STANDARD
(MULTI) according to the input.
MULTI channel listening mode buttons :

STANDARD button-Press for STANDARD listening mode. This is the basic listening
mode for listening to Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1 and other surround soundtracks as
well as Dolby Surround soundtracks. It offers pure decoding of the signal with no
added effects. 2 channel sources will get decoded and played back as Dolby Pro Logic
surround soundtracks.
5-D button-Press for 5-D sound mode. This listening mode takes two channel sources
and simulates surround sound.
GAME button-Press for GAME listening mode. This listening mode is best for games
and other soundtracks with lots of electronic sounds.
TV SURR. button-Press for TV SURR. listening mode. This listening mode takes mono
(TV sound) sources and simulates surround sound.
MUSICAL button- Press for MUSICAL listening mode. This listening mode is best for
music and other soundtracks with lots of melody.
DRAMA button-Press for DRAMA listening mode. This listening mode is best for
dramatic movies and other soundtracks with lots of dialog.
ACTION button-Press for ACTION listening mode. This listening mode is best for
action movies and other soundtracks with lots of animated sounds.
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04 Basic Playback
Automatic Switching between Analog & Digital Signals
This receiver will automatically choose the digital signal when both analog and digital signals
are input into the receiver.
The digital indicator will light when a digital signal is being used by the receiver. If the digital indicator doesn‘t
light even though you have your DVD player connected with an optical cable it may be due to the problems
below. Please check the list if you experience this problem.
• The power cord to the DVD player is disconnected.
• The DVD player’s digital output setting is turned off.
• You’re playing a disc that doesn’t output a digital signal.
• You’ve selected the Analog input mode (see page 39).
MEMO:
There is also a way to select an analog input whether a digital signal is being input or not. To do this see “Analog
Input Mode” on page 39.
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
• MPEG
• 96 kHz PCM (2 channel stereo)
2 Checking the soundtrack on your disc
Choose the surround sound signal (for example, Dolby Digital 5.1 or Dolby Surround) that you want to hear from
the disc. Check the manual that came with your DVD player for more information.
MEMO:
• 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 STANDARD if you want
multichannel surround sound.
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Basic Playback
Playing a Source
English
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.
3 INPUT buttons 6 MASTER VOLUME 1 Turn on the power of the playback compo-
nent (for example a DVD player), your TV
and subwoofer (if you have one).
L DTS MPEG
VIRTUAL
PHONES SURR. STEREO

2 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.
VOLUME
DOWN UP
The STANDBY indicator goes out. (If it’s the first time
for you to turn on the receiver you’ll have to turn the
main power on by pressing the ON/OFF button. If
the STANDBY indicator lights when you do this, press
STANDBY indicator the RECEIVER button as above.)
3 Select the source (like a DVD player) you
INPUT SIGNAL
DIGITAL MULTI ch 2PROLOGIC 2DIGITAL

want to playback using the individual INPUT
STANDBY FRONT INPUT
buttons on the remote control .
OFF ON
If the Direct Selection (see page 43) is off you have to
use the INPUT SELECT button which cycles through
the different inputs. Or, you can use the INPUT
buttons on the front panel.
2 —OFF _ON button
4 Make sure the TV is set to this receiver.
If you’re 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.
INPUT
5 Start playback of the component you selected
2
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
in step 3.
TV/SAT VCR
REMOTE
SETUP
MASTER
VOLUME
6 6 Press MASTER VOLUME (+/–) to adjust the
3 TUNER FRONT DISPLAY MUTING
TV CONTROL
volume level.
RECEIVER TV

MEMO:
DISPLAY
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
L • If you want to use the Analog input select the Analog
TUNE
CH.
input mode (see page 39).
ST ST
SELECT
ENTER
CH.
LEVEL • When you’re using your TV’s internal tuner the TV
AUDIO MENU
TUNE
shouldn’t be set to this receiver (step 4 above).
TEST TONE
DIMMER FLAT QUIET S.BASS
1 2 3 4
VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR.
5 6 7 8
PHONES MUSICAL DRAMA ACTION
SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
AUDIO/VIDEO PRE-PROGRAMMED
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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05 Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound
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 27-28. 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 your 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.
S (surround speakers closer to M (speakers are equidistant to L (front speakers are closer to
listening position) listening position) listening position)
FL C FR SW FL C FR SW FL C FR SW
SL SR
SL SR
SL SR

The STANDBY indicator goes out.
2 Press RECEIVER.
INPUT
This sets the remote to select the receiver control mode.
1
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
MASTER
TV/SAT VCR
REMOTE
SETUP VOLUME
3 Choose the setting, ‘S’, ‘M’, or ‘L’, that best repre-
TUNER FRONT DISPLAY MUTING sents the placement of your speakers around the
room.
2 RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL
dB
DISPLAY
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
TUNE
L 3 4 While the display is blinking press ENTER.
CH.
The setting is input into the system and the display shows
SELECT ST ST
ENTER
CH.
LEVEL ENTERED. If you fail to press ENTER while the display is
AUDIO MENU
blinking the setting will not be input. In this case start over
SEARCH
TEST TONE
RF ATT
TUNE
MPX D.ACCESS 4 from step 3.
dB
STANDBY indicator MEMO:

• These speaker settings will automatically adjust the distance
between your listening position and the speakers as well as
INPUT SIGNAL
DIGITAL MULTI ch 2PROLOGIC 2DIGITAL

the output level from each speaker. It is also possible to
STANDBY FRONT INPUT
select these functions manually. To do so see below. For the
OFF ON
distance between the listening position and the speakers see
page 27-28; For the output level of each speaker see page
29.
• The settings made most recently, whether here or manually,
—OFF _ON button on the pages mentioned directly above, will supercede any
previous settings.
24 • The default setting is ‘M’.
En
Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound
Personalizing Your Surround 3 Press @ or # to select the mode you want to
English
set.
Sound For best results, start with “SPEAKERS setting mode”
This receiver will make the necessary speakers settings and make your initial adjustments in the order
automatically so you can use it to get enjoyable sur- described below.
round sound without doing anything, but making more The current settings are displayed automatically.
exact settings here will give you finer surround sound. • SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround) setting
mode (page 26)
For better surround sound complete the instructions Use to specify the size and configuration of the
speakers you have connected.
that follow the speaker settings. Use the first three steps
• SUBWOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF setting mode (page 26)
on this page and continue on page 26. In this way you
Use to specify if the subwoofer is set to on, plus or off.
can get maximum performance out of the receiver. • Crossover frequency setting mode (page 26)
Use to determine at which frequency the bass tones
You only need to do these settings once (unless you will be sent to the subwoofer (or “Large” speakers).
change the placement of your current speaker system or • LFE (Low Frequency Effects) attenuator setting
add new speakers, etc.). The following pages offer a mode (page 27)
more detailed description of the settings available for Use to lower the level for the LFE channel (a special
each mode. The default setting is also shown on each bass channel) when the LFE level is so high as to
page. distort.
• FRONT speakers distance setting mode (page 27)
Use to specify the distance from your listening
position to your front speaker.
• CENTER speakers distance setting mode (page 27)
Use to specify the distance from your listening
position to your center speaker.
INPUT
• SURROUND speakers distance setting mode
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
(page 28)
1 TV/SAT VCR
REMOTE
SETUP
MASTER
VOLUME Use to specify the distance from your listening
position to your surround speakers.
• Dynamic range control setting mode (page 28)
2 RECEIVER
TV
TV TV CONTROL
INPUT SELECT CHANNEL VOLUME

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
7 8 3 effect).
4 DISPLAY
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
TUNE
L
• Dual mono setting (page 28)
CH.
Use with soundtracks that have dual mono encoding
ST ST
6
SELECT CH.
ENTER LEVEL
MENU
if you want to isolate one channel to a particular
AUDIO
speaker.
SEARCH
1
TEST TONE
RF ATT
¡
TUNE
MPX
4
D.ACCESS
¢
3 • Input Attenuator setting (page 28)
Use to reduce the analog input level coming into the
1 2 3 4 receiver when it is so loud as to make it distort.

5 6 7 8 4 Press % or fi to select the setting you want.

SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER The setting is entered automatically.
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set other surround
setting modes.
6 Press ENTER to exit the setting mode.

The STANDBY indicator goes out. MEMO:
2 Press RECEIVER. The setting mode is automatically exited if no operation
is performed within 20 seconds.
This button switches the remote to the receiver
control mode.
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SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround) Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, or
press @ to return to a previous receiver setting mode.
setting mode
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting
This setting establishes the size and configuration of the
mode.
speaker system you have connected more exactly than the
automatic setup. Set here, for example, what speakers you
have connected and which size they are. Selecting “Large”
or “Small” will determine if bass sounds are sent by the SUBWOOFER ON/Plus/OFF setting
receiver to the speakers being set. mode
In the display, “F”, “C”, and “S” refer to front, center,
and surround speakers respectively. Speaker size is Set the SUBWOOFER to ON, OFF or Plus.
denoted as “L” for large speakers, “S” for small speakers, ON: When you are using a subwoofer .
and “_” (underscore) if no speaker is connected. OFF: When you are not using a subwoofer.
Below is a diagram showing exactly what each display for Plus: When a subwoofer is used, you have the option of
the speaker setup means and how to decide whether to selecting the PLS setting, which adds extra bass.
choose “Large”, “Small” or none ( _ ) for your set up.
Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary).
If you only have two speakers none of the below will not
match your setup. In this case just ignore this setting and Press % or fi to select subwoofer ON, Plus or
choose the appropriate 2 channel listening mode (see OFF.
page 30) for what you want to hear. Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, or
mode.
MEMO:
• The setting will switch ON or OFF automatically,
depending on whether you have connected a
subwoofer or not.
• Plus is expressed as PLS in the display.
• Setting the front speaker size to “Small” in the
SPEAKERS setting mode automatically locks the
subwoofer in the ON position.
• There are some cases where no sound will come from
the subwoofer even if it is set to ON (this depends on
the speaker setting, the listening mode and/or the
kind of source material.
LARGE: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is

larger than 12 centimeters, set to “Large”.
SMALL: If the cone size (diameter) of your speaker(s) is
12 centimeters or smaller, set to “Small”.
None( _ ): Choose this setting if you have no speaker(s)
hooked up to this terminal. Sound coming from this Crossover frequency setting mode
channel in the original source will be down-mixed to one
Crossover frequency is the point where the receiver divides
of the active speakers.
the high and low sounds (the frequencies) between the
Follow steps 1-3 on page 25. speakers. Since most smaller speakers can’t handle deep
bass tones, this setting allows you to send those sounds to
Use the % or fi buttons to choose a speaker
the subwoofer (or speakers set to “Large”) instead of the
setting mode according to the speakers you speakers set to “Small” in your system. Choose the point at
hooked up. which you want the frequency routed to the subwoofer.
The configurations shown above will appear in the We recommend setting this to 200 Hz if smaller book-
display. Cycle through the different possibilities until shelf-type speakers are used for your “Small” speakers.
you find the one that matches your set up (or is
26 closest to it).
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Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary). FRONT speakers distance setting mode
English
Press % or fi to specify the crossover fre- Set the distance from the FRONT speakers to the
quency for your small speakers (100 Hz, 150 listening position.
Hz or 200 Hz).
100Hz 150Hz
Press % or fi to set the distance of the FRONT
200Hz speakers from the main listening position
(within a range from 0.3 m to 9.0 m).
100 Hz
Sends bass frequencies below 100 Hz to the Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, or
subwoofer (or “Large” speakers). press @ to return to a previous receiver setting mode.
150 Hz Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting
Sends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the mode.
subwoofer (or “Large” speakers).
200 Hz
MEMO:
Sends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to the
• The default setting is 1.8 m.
subwoofer (or “Large” speakers).
• One step equals about 0.3 m.
• If you do the ROOM SETUP settings after the settings
Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode,
here, those will take precedence.
or press @ to return to a previous receiver setting
mode.
mode. CENTER speaker distance setting mode
Set the distance from the CENTER speakers to the
MEMO: listening position.
• The default setting is “200 Hz”.
• If there are no “Small” speakers ” in SPEAKERS Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary).
setting mode, crossover frequency cannot be set (−−−
appears in the display). Press % or fi to set the distance of the CEN-
TER speaker from the main listening position
(within a range from 0.3 m to 9.0 m).
LFE attenuator setting mode Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, or
Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low
bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as needed to prevent Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting
the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from mode.
all the active speakers.
MEMO:
Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary). • The default setting is 1.5 m.
• One step equals about 0.3 m.
Press % or fi to set the attenuation level:
• When “C _” is selected in SPEAKERS setting mode,
0 dB 10 dB the Center distance cannot be set.
• If you do the ROOM SETUP settings after making the
LFE OFF settings here, those will take precedence.
0 dB : no attenuation
10 dB : LFE volume is reduced
LFE OFF : LFE channel is off.
Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, or
mode.
MEMO:
• The default setting is “0 dB”.
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SURROUND speakers distance setting Dual mono setting

mode Dual mono has two different audio channels in it. You
Set the distance from the SURROUND speakers to the can use it to listen to soundtracks that have one language
listening position. on one channel and a different language on the other.
The dual mono setting can only be used when listening
to discs that have dual mono software encoded in them,
Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary). for example some Dolby Digital discs. As of now these
are not that widely used.
Press % or fi to set the distance of the SUR-
The ch1 setting plays channel 1 through your center
ROUND speakers from the main listening speaker. If you have selected no Center speaker in the
position (within a range from 0.3 m to 9.0 m). speakers setting (or are in a 2 ch listening mode) then
Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, and you will hear ch1 out of both front speakers. The ch2
press @ to return to a previous receiver setting mode. 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
mode. hear channel 2 out of both front speakers. In the L. c1
R. c2 setting the speakers will play the soundtrack
MEMO: independently of each other. The left front speaker will
• The default setting is 1.8 m. play channel 1 and the right front speaker will play
• One step equals about 0.3 m. channel 2.
• When “S _” is selected in SPEAKERS setting mode,
the SURROUND distance cannot be set. Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary).
• If you do the ROOM SETUP settings after the settings
here, those will take precedence. Press % or fi to cycle through the possible
DUAL MONO settings.
Dynamic range control setting mode ch1 ch2
Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and L. c 1 R. c 2

softest sounds in any given signal. The dynamic range Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, and
control helps you playback sounds so the quieter sounds press @ to return to a previous receiver setting mode.
are audible yet the louder sounds don’t get distorted. It Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting
does this by compressing the dynamic range. When
mode.
watching a movie at low volume, setting this function
enables low level sounds to be heard more easily but you
won’t be jolted by louder sounds. MEMO:
• The default setting of this feature is ch1 .
Press % or fi to set the dynamic range Input Attenuator setting
control (OFF, MAX, or MID).
You can set the input signal to be lowered if it is
Dynamic range control is operative only when a distorting. This is only possible for analog signals, digital
Dolby Digital soundtracks with this feature encoded signals can’t be attenuated.
into it is being played back. For other sources use the
Midnight mode (see page 32) to achieve the same
effect. Follow steps 1-3 on page 25 (if necessary).
Press % or fi to select input attenuator ON
Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, and or OFF.
Press # to advance to the next receiver setting mode, and
Press ENTER if you want to exit the setting press @ to return to a previous receiver setting mode.
mode.
mode.
MEMO:
• The default setting is “OFF”.
• When listening at high volume, set to OFF. MEMO:
• For best results at low volumes, set to “MAX” for • The default setting is OFF.
maximum dynamic range compression.
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Setting the Volume Level of 5 Use the + or – buttons to adjust speaker
English
levels so that you hear the test tone at the
each Channel (adjusting the same volume from each speaker when seated
speaker volume balance) in your main listening position.
• If a speaker is deselected in the speaker setting mode
Use to set the relative volume of each channel as you
(see page 16) then no test tone will be output for that
find necessary.
speaker.
• The channel level range is ± 10 dB.
• Levels can be set for each surround mode.
6 Press TEST TONE to turn off the test tone.
INPUT
1
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
TV/SAT VCR
REMOTE
SETUP
MASTER
VOLUME 3 MEMO:
• Since the subwoofer transmits an ultra-low frequency
2 RECEIVER
TV
TV TV CONTROL

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.
7
S
8
M
3
L
• The subwoofer volume is best controlled with the
TUNE volume control on the powered subwoofer.
• The speaker volume can be adjusted without
5
CH.
SELECT ST ST CH.
ENTER LEVEL
AUDIO MENU outputting the test tone by pressing CH SELECT and
4,6 SEARCH
1
TEST TONE
RF ATT
¡
TUNE
MPX
4
D.ACCESS
¢
CH LEVEL +/− button.
• The default setting is 0 dB for all channels.
1 2 3 4
• If you have adjusted the channel level using the +
button, even if the master volume is all the way up
5 6 7 8
SURR.
you’ll never actually get a volume level that is 0dB
9 0
+10 ENTER (full volume).
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

The STANDBY indicator goes out.
2 Press RECEIVER.
This button switches the remote to the receiver
control mode.
If a speaker is deselected in the speaker setting mode
(see page 16) then no test tone will be output for that
speaker.
3 Press + or – to adjust the volume to an
appropriate level.
4 Press TEST TONE to output the test tone.
The test tone is output in the following order.
Front L Center Front R

(FL) (C) (FR)
Subwoofer Surround L Surround R
(SW) (SL) (SR)
The test tone sequence corresponds to the speaker

settings.
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06 Sound Modes
Listening Modes
There are three types of listening modes, one for two channel (stereo) outputs, one for multichannel sources and one
that automatically selects STEREO or STANDARD (multichannel) mode according to whether you’re using a two
channel or multichannel source. 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.
2 Channel Listening modes (for two channel outputs)

If you only have two speakers choose one of these modes.
(According to the speaker settings you have made and the signal input you may or may be output from a
subwoofer in these modes.)
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 (PHONES SURR.)
This mode imitates surround sound when listening to headphones. Though you’re using headphones and only have
two channels the effect of overall surround sound is reproduced. (It’s displayed as P.SURR in “Checking your Settings”
on page 39.)
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 2 channel sound.
Multichannel Listening modes (for multichannel outputs)

STANDARD
This mode is for pure decoding of multichannel sources like Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, MPEG etc., and for Dolby
Pro Logic decoding of two channel sources (Dolby Surround, PCM, etc.). No special effects are added. It is good
choice for getting surround sound.
5-D THEATER (5-D)
This mode is especially designed to give sound depth to Dolby Surround sources. The overall effect builds a dynamic
and broad sound space, allowing a faithful reproduction of five speaker sound. The mode should be used in conjunc-
tion with Dolby sources bearing the mark.
DOLBY SURROUND
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.
TV SURROUND (TV SURR.)
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.
MUSICAL
This mode simulates the acoustics of a large concert hall and is suitable for music or musical sources marked 1
R
( ) or .
DRAMA
This mode simulates the relaxed environment of a medium size movie theater, and is suitable for watching drama.
ACTION
This mode simulates the acoustics of a large modern movie theater. You can enjoy the power and dynamics of motion
picture audio. This mode is best used with action movies.
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Sound Modes
Automatic Listening mode (automatically selects 2 channel or multichannel
English
outputs. This is the receiver’s default mode)
AUTO
This mode automatically detects what kind of signal is being input and employs the proper listening mode of the
receiver (switching between STEREO and STANDARD depending on the source). 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.
Selecting a Listening Mode

Choose one that suits the soundtrack you are listening to or achieves the effect you want, as explained on the
previous page.
1 Press RECEIVER.
This sets the remote control to the receiver control
mode.
RECEIVER DVD
INPUT
SELECT
2 Press the button for the listening mode you
TV/SAT VCR
REMOTE
SETUP
MASTER
VOLUME
want.
The listening modes are written below the number
buttons. Refer to page 30 for more details about each
1
TV TV CONTROL
RECEIVER
listening mode.
SOURCE BAND CLASS EDIT MEMO:

S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
L • The default setting is AUTO.
DISPLAY
TUNE • You can only select the PHONES SURR. mode when
CH.
SELECT ST
ENTER
ST CH.
LEVEL
headphones are plugged into the headphone jack.
AUDIO MENU
• The listening mode you choose with headphones is
TUNE
SEARCH
TEST TONE
RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS
fully independent of the listening mode with speak-
ers.
1 2 3 4 • If you disconnect the headphones while in PHONES
VIRTUAL
5
5-D
6
GAME TV SURR.
7 8
2 SURR. mode the receiver will return to the listening
SURR. mode it was in before you selected PHONES SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER
STEREO STANDARD AUTO MIDNGHT • If you’re using a DTS 2 channel stereo source it
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
AUDIO/VIDEO PRE-PROGRAMMED doesn’t matter what listening mode you select, the
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
sound will only play in stereo.
• When inputting a 96 kHz PCM signal you can only
use AUTO or STEREO listening modes. If you select
another mode the receiver will automatically switch
to AUTO mode.
• Each playback component can be set independently
and retains its sound mode when another component
is being used.
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Sound Modes
Tone Effects
The Tone Effects allow you to add certain sound elements when playing all kinds of sources (two-channel/stereo
sources, Dolby Surround sources, Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG sources). They can be used in conjunction with the
listening modes explained on the previous page.
FLAT
No tone effects added
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.
S.BASS
This mode increases the bass in the signal and puts the beat of the music or soundtrack in the forefront.
Selecting a Tone Effect

The receiver has three tone effect types that you can add to the Listening mode you are using.
1 Press RECEIVER.
TV CONTROL
This sets the remote control to the receiver control mode.
1
RECEIVER TV

2 Press FLAT or QUIET, S.BASS.
Choose the sound effect that suits that sound you want.
S M L
TUNE
CH.
SELECT ST ST CH.
MEMO:
ENTER LEVEL
AUDIO MENU • The default setting is FLAT.
TEST TONE
TUNE
• Each playback component can be set independently and
2
retains its sound mode when another component is being
1 2 3 4
used.
MIDNIGHT Listening Mode

When listening at low volume surround effects tend to fade away and the surround sound feeling is lost. Turn on the
MIDNIGHT listening mode to enjoy the effects of quality surround sound at low volumes. It makes quiet sounds and
dialog easily audible at low volumes.

1 Press RECEIVER.
1
TV CONTROL
RECEIVER TV
This sets the remote control to the receiver control mode.
TV
2 Press MIDNIGHT.
Each press switches MIDNIGHT listening mode on or off.
DISPLAY
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
L
When in MIDNIGHT listening mode the ¶ indicator
TUNE
CH.
lights, as shown in the diagram below.
SELECT ST ST CH.
ENTER LEVEL
AUDIO MENU dB
TUNE
TEST TONE
1 2 3 4
5 6
7 8
MEMO:
SURR.
9 0
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
+10 ENTER
2 • The effect automatically adjusts according to the volume
level.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT • Each playback component can be set independently and
retains its sound mode when another component is being
used.
• The default setting is OFF.
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Using the Tuner 07
Finding a Station 3 Tune to a station using the TUNE + or TUNE
English
– buttons.
The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and Automatic tuning
AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and To search for stations in the currently selected band,
manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the press and hold either the TUNE + or TUNE – buttons
exact frequency of the station you want to listen to, see for about a second. The receiver will start searching
“Tuning Directly to a Station” on page 34. Once you are for the next station, stopping when it has found one.
tuned to a station you can memorize the frequency for Repeat this step to search for other stations.
recall later—see “Memorizing Stations” on page 34 for
more on how to do this. Manual tuning
To change the frequency one step at a time, press the
TUNE + or TUNE – buttons.
High speed tuning
Press and hold the TUNE + or TUNE − buttons for
high speed tuning, releasing the button once the
RECEIVER DVD
INPUT
SELECT
desired frequency is reached.
REMOTE MASTER
TV/SAT VCR SETUP VOLUME
RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL MPX mode

If there is interference or noise during a FM radio
broadcast, or the radio reception is weak, press the MPX
2
DISPLAY
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
L button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode.
TUNE
This should improve the sound quality and allow you to
CH.
SELECT
AUDIO
ST
ENTER
ST CH.
LEVEL
MENU
3 enjoy the broadcast.
TUNE
RF ATT mode
TEST TONE
RF ATT MPX
1 2 3 4 If the radio signal is too strong and/or the sound is

5 6 7 8
distorting press the RF ATT button to attenuate (lower)
SURR. the radio signal input and reduce the distortion (for FM
9 0 +10 ENTER
STEREO STANDARD AUTO MIDNGHT stations only).
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
1 Press the TUNER button on the remote

control to put it in Tuner mode.
On the receiver, press the TUNER button to select the
tuner mode.
2 Use the BAND button to change the band (FM
or AM), if necessary.
Each press switches the band between FM and AM.
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Using the Tuner
Tuning Directly to a Station Memorizing Stations

Sometimes, you'll already know the frequency of the If you often listen to a particular radio station, it's
station you want to listen to. In this case, you can simply convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for
enter the frequency directly using the number buttons easy recall whenever you want to listen to that station.
on the remote control. 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
30) and the RF ATT setting (see p. 33).
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
REMOTE MASTER
RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL

3
SOURCE BAND
7
S
CLASS
8
M
EDIT
3
L
2
4
2
SOURCE BAND CLASS EDIT TUNE
7 8 3 CH.
SELECT ST ST CH.
S M L
DISPLAY ROOM SETUP TOP MENU ENTER LEVEL
TUNE
5
AUDIO MENU
CH. TUNE
SELECT ST ST CH. TEST TONE
ENTER LEVEL SEARCH RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS
AUDIO MENU
1 ¡ 4 ¢
TUNE
TEST TONE
1 2 3 4
3
1 ¡ 4 ¢ VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR.
5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 PHONES MUSICAL DRAMA ACTION
SURR.
VIRTUAL
5
5-D
6
SURR.
GAME TV SURR.
7 8 4 2ch
9
MULTI
0
2/MULTI
+10 ENTER
9 0 +10 ENTER REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
1 Tune to a station you want to memorize.

See “Finding a Station” on page 33 and “Tuning
Directly to a Station” on this page for more detail on
how to do this.
control.
2 Press EDIT.
2 Press the BAND button to select either FM or The display shows a blinking memory class.
AM.
dB
Each press switches the band between FM and AM.
3 Press D.ACCESS (DIRECT ACCESS).
3 Press CLASS to select one of the three
4 Use the number buttons to enter the fre- classes.
quency of the radio station.
Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through the
Example: To tune to 106.00 (FM), press 1 – 0 – 6 – 0 three available classes, A, B and C.
–0
4 Press the 2 or 3 buttons (or the number
dB
buttons) to select the station memory
number you want.
Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through the
MEMO: 10 available station memories in each class.
• If you make a mistake while inputting the frequency, After choosing the location you want, the preset class
press the D.ACCESS button twice to cancel the and number blink for about 5 seconds.
frequency and start again.
5 Press ENTER while the display is blinking to
input your choice.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to memorize up to 30 stations.
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Using the Tuner
Naming Memorized Stations To erase or change the station name
English
Perform the procedures of “Naming Memorized Stations”
You can input a name of up to four characters for each and enter four spaces to erase the memorized station
preset station (FM only) in the receiver’s memory (see name.
the previous page). This name can be anything you When you want to change a memorized station name,
choose. For example, you could input "BBC1" for that input the new station name using the same procedure.
station and when you listen to it the name, rather than
the frequency number, will appear on your display.
TUNER FRONT DISPLAY MUTING Recalling Memorized Stations
1 RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL
Having memorized up to 30 stations (see the previous
TV
SOURCE
BAND CLASS EDIT

2 explanation for how to do this), preset stations can be
easily recalled.
DISPLAY
7
S
8
M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
TUNE
3
L 4
CH.
SELECT ST ST CH.
AUDIO
ENTER
TUNE
LEVEL
MENU
3,5,6,8
TEST TONE INPUT
RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS RECEIVER DVD SELECT
SEARCH
1 ¡ 4 ¢
REMOTE MASTER

1
control. TV CONTROL
RECEIVER TV
2 Press CLASS repeatedly to select the class. TV INPUT SELECT CHANNEL VOLUME
Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through the

2
7 8 3
three available classes, A, B and C. S M L
3 Press ST + or ST – to select the FM preset

DISPLAY
CH.
SELECT ST
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
TUNE
ST CH.
3
channel. AUDIO
ENTER LEVEL
MENU
TUNE
4 Press EDIT twice to select the station name SEARCH
TEST TONE
RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS
1 ¡ 4 ¢
mode. DIMMER FLAT QUIET S.BASS
1 2 3 4
3
dB VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR.
5 6 7 8
SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER
5 Press 5 (TUNE +) or ∞ (TUNE –) to choose STEREO STANDARD AUTO MIDNGHT

2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
the first character. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Scroll through the letters, numbers and symbols you

can input. Stop on the one you want.
dB

6 Press 3 to input the first of the four charac- control.
ters. 2 Press CLASS to select the class in which the
That character lights steadily in the display and the station is stored.
cursor automatically moves to the next space. Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through the
7 Enter up to three more characters in the three available classes, A, B and C.
same way. 3 Use the ST + or ST – buttons (or the number
dB
buttons) to select the station memory in
which the station is stored.
Alternatively, recall the station memory using the
Any time you want to exit the process you can press
number buttons on the remote control.
the EDIT button.
8 Press ENTER when you have got the charac- MEMO:
ters you want to enter. • If the receiver is left disconnected from the AC power
Repeat steps 2 to 6 to memorize up to 30 preset outlet or the power is turned off for more than one
broadcast station names. month, the station memories will be lost and will
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Using the Tuner
An Introduction to RDS LEISURE Leisure interests and hobbies

JAZZ
Radio Data System, or RDS as it’s usually known, is a COUNTRY Country music
system used by FM radio stations to provide listeners NATION M Popular music in a language other than
with various kinds of information—the name of the English
station and the kind of show they’re broadcasting, for OLDIES Popular music from the ’50s
example. This information shows up as text on the FOLK M Folk music
display, and you can switch between the kind of DOCUMENT Documentaries
information shown. Although you don’t get RDS
information from all FM radio stations, you do with In addition, there is a program type, ALARM!, used for
most. exceptional emergency announcements. You can’t search
Probably the best feature of RDS is that you can search for this, but the tuner will switch automatically to this
automatically by type of program. So, if you felt like RDS broadcast signal.
listening to jazz, you could search for a station that’s
broadcasting a show with the program type, "JAZZ."
There are around 30 such program types, including
various genres of music, news, sport, talk shows,
financial information, and so on.
The receiver lets you display three different kinds of RDS
information: “Radio Text”, “Program Service Name”, and
“Program Type”.
“Radio Text” (RT) is messages sent by the radio station.
These can be anything the broadcaster chooses—a talk
radio station might give out it telephone number as RT,
for example.
“Program Service Name” (PS) is the name of the radio Using the RDS display
station.
To display the different types of RDS information
“Program Type” (PTY) indicates the kind of program
available (RT, PS and PTY as explained on the previous
currently being broadcast.
page), press TUNER on the remote control and use the
The receiver can search for and display the following
DISPLAY button to cycle through the types of RDS
program types:
information.
NEWS
Each press changes the display as follows:
AFFAIRS Current affairs
INFO General information RT PS PTY
SPORT
EDUCATE Educational material Frequency
DRAMA Radio plays or serials
MEMO:
CULTURE National or regional culture, theatre, etc.
• In the RT mode, if any noise is picked up while
SCIENCE Science and technology
displaying the RT scroll, some characters may be
VARIED Usually talk-based material, such as quiz
displayed incorrectly temporarily.
shows or interviews.
• In the RT, when no RT data is transmitted from the
POP M Pop music
broadcast station, “NO TEXT DATA” is displayed
ROCK M Rock music
once and after that the PS data is displayed. If you
M.O.R. M “Middle of the road” music
have entered a name for that station it will be
LIGHT M ‘Light’ classical music
displayed.
CLASSICS ‘Serious’ classical music
• In the PTY mode, there are cases where “NO TYPE” is
OTHER M Other music not fitting any of the above
displayed. In this case the tuner will automatically
categories
switch to the PS mode after a few seconds.
WEATHER
• If reception conditions are strong but the RDS data is
FINANCE Stock market reports, commerce,
displayed incorrectly, press RF ATT.
trading, etc.
CHILDREN
SOCIAL A Social affairs
RELIGION
PHONE IN Public expressing their views by phone
TRAVEL Holiday-type travel rather than traffic
announcements
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Using the Tuner
Searching for RDS Programs When the tuner finds a program type you searched
English
for, the frequency display will blink for about 5
One of the most useful features of RDS is the ability to seconds and then the display will show FINISH
search for a particular kind of radio program. You can briefly.
search for any of the program types listed on page 33—
dB
these cover all kinds of music, as well as news, weather
forecasts, sports programs, and a variety of others.
dB
1 4
7 8 3
S M L
TUNE
If NO PTY is displayed it means the tuner couldn’t
3
CH.
SELECT ST
ENTER
ST CH.
LEVEL find that program type at the time of the search.
AUDIO MENU
dB
TUNE
TEST TONE
2 1
DIMMER
1
¡
FLAT
2
4
QUIET
3
¢
S.BASS
4
5 6 7 8
SURR.
MEMO
9 0
+10 ENTER
• This function searches RDS stations preset in the 30-
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
AUDIO/VIDEO PRE-PROGRAMMED station memory. If this function is set when no
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
stations have been preset, “NO PTY” will be dis-
played. If the desired PTY could not be found
amongst the RDS stations in memory, the same
display appears.
1 Press the BAND button to select the FM

band.
RDS is only broadcast on FM.
2 To select the PTY search mode press the
SEARCH button.
dB
3 Use the 5 (TUNE +) or ∞ (TUNE –) buttons

to select the program type you want to hear.
dB
4 Press ENTER to search for the program

type.
The tuner searches through the FM stations stored in
the station memories.
If the tuner finds a matching program type, the tuner
plays 5 seconds of the station. To listen to that
station, press the ENTER button. (The tuner stops
searching.)
If you don’t press the ENTER button during the
above mentioned 5 seconds, the tuner resumes the
search.
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08 Using Other Functions
Muting the Sound Changing the Display
Use this feature to mute the volume. Brightness (DIMMER button)
The display on the receiver has four brightness settings.
Use the instructions below to adjust the brightness of
the display.
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
REMOTE MASTER
REMOTE MASTER

1 1
S M L
TUNE
CH.
1 Press the MUTING button on the remote SELECT ST
ENTER
ST CH.
LEVEL
AUDIO MENU
control. TUNE
TEST TONE
No sound will be audible until the MUTING button

2
is pressed again to cancel the muting. Alternatively, DIMMER FLAT QUIET S.BASS
1 2 3 4
you can press the MASTER VOLUME +/− buttons to VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR.
cancel the muting. 5 6

7 8
SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Using the Headphones

The headphone features are explained here.
1 Press the RECEIVER button.
2 Press the DIMMER button on the remote
control.
STANDBY
POWER
FRONT INPUT
There are four display brightness settings including
OFF ON
display off. Each press will cycle you through these
four settings.
MEMO:
headphone jack • In the off mode all the lights in the display are off
except for the master volume indicator, which
Plug headphones into the headphone jack on the appears very dimly.
front of the receiver. • If you operate the receiver when the display is in the
No sound will be audible from the speakers when off or dimmed modes the display will light for about
headphones are plugged in. two seconds and then go off again.
MEMO:
• When using the headphones you can only select
STEREO or PHONES SURR. listening modes.
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Using Other Functions
Checking your Settings Analog Input Mode
English
Use this feature to check your settings on the receiver’s With this feature you can set the receiver to analog input
display. The meaning of the displays for the input signal mode.
are explained below. AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-C300
VIRTUAL
DTS MPEG PHONES SURR. STEREO

VOLUME
DOWN UP
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
REMOTE MASTER
TV/SAT VCR
1 1
SETUP VOLUME
1 1 While pressing the DVD button press the
FRONT button. Hold for about one second.
This sets all inputs (DVD, TV/SAT, etc.) to
analog. You will see the following display.
dB
1 Press the DISPLAY button on the remote
control.
Each press cycles through the five displays you can 2 Select the input you want to use for your
check for information with this function. analog input.
These are:
1 The listening mode (see page 30) MEMO:
2 The tone mode (see page 32) • When you change to another input the mode will be
3 The Midnight listening mode (see page 32) cancelled.
4 The input signal (see below) • The mode is cancelled by turning the receiver off or
5 Returns to the normal display doing step 1 again.
MEMO:
• If you don’t press any buttons the receiver returns to
the normal mode after five seconds. Resetting the System
• The listening mode P. SURR refers to Headphones
Surround mode. Use this feature to reset the system to its factory default
settings.
VIRTUAL
DTS MPEG PHONES SURR. STEREO
The Input Signal Displays Explained DVD TV/SAT VCR TUNER FRONT MASTER
VOLUME
DOWN UP
**k : sampling rate (PCM)
**ch : number of channels
DUAL : Dual Mono signal
D.SRD : Dolby Surround signal 1 1
dB
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.
D.D. : Dolby Digital signal
DTS : DTS signal
MEMO:
MPG : MPEG signal
• If the receiver is disconnected from a power source
PCM : PCM signal
for more than a month, or the main power is turned
ANALOG : analog signal
off, it will reset to the default settings.
• The above reset doesn’t affect the presets that you
have programmed into the remote control (see page
42). 39
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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 to Reset
the System).
Setting Type Default Settings Page

SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround) setting automatically sensed page 26
SUBWOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF automatically sensed page 26
Crossover frequency 200 Hz page 26
LFE attenuator 0 dB page 27
FRONT speakers distance 1.8 m page 27
CENTER speakers distance 1.5 m page 27
SURROUND speakers distance 1.8 m page 28
Dynamic range control OFF page 28
Dual mono ch1 page 28
Input Attenuator OFF page 28
Listening Mode AUTO (all inputs) page 30
Listening Mode (with headphones) STEREO (all inputs) page 30
Tone Effects FLAT page 32

MIDNIGHT Listening Mode OFF page 32
Front L/R “0 dB”, Center “0 dB”, page 29
Setting the Volume Level of each Channel
Surround L/R “0 dB”, Subwoofer “0 dB”
INPUT DVD page 19
MASTER VOLUME – – – dB (no sound) page 18
MEMO:
• The default settings for the remote control to control other components are listed on page 43.
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Controlling the Rest of Your System 09
Changing the Remote Control Mode
English
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 default settings to control other components on this remote control are for Pioneer equipment but you can
change these to cover most 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. If the Direct Selection function is
off (see page 43), the remote won’t change the input of the receiver when an input button is pressed but only change
what the remote control itself is operating.
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 and 45 will give you detailed informa-
tion on what each button does in each operation mode.
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.
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
REMOTE MASTER
INPUT/Control TV/SAT VCR SETUP VOLUME
Mode Select TUNER FRONT DISPLAY MUTING The factory settings for all the buttons are explained here. All the
buttons settiings are all for Pioneer components but you can change this.
Dedicated TV DVD: DVD player

CONTROL TV/SAT: TV
Buttons SOURCE BAND CLASS EDIT
VCR: DVD recorder
7 8 3
DISPLAY
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
L TUNER: the built-in radio tuner
Buttons for
TUNE
FRONT: VCR
CH.
ST ST
controlling other
SELECT
ENTER
CH.
LEVEL TV: TV
AUDIO MENU
components TUNE
(For a detailed chart of the factory settings see “Clearing the Preset
SEARCH
TEST TONE
RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS Codes” on page 43.)
1 ¡ 4 ¢
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
MEMO:
• If you can’t operate other components, input the preset codes using the procedure on the following page.
• When the Direct Selection is off (page 43) you can’t switch the input. You can only switch the operation mode of
the remote.
• When you press the RECEIVER button the remote control mode will switch back to the 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). 41
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Controlling the Rest of Your System
Recalling Preset Codes 2 Press the INPUT/Control Mode Select

button for the component you want to
The following steps show you how to recall preset codes control.
for each INPUT/Control Mode Select button. Once the
The LED lights steadily.
preset code is assigned, pressing the button will
Each button can be set to control one of the following
automatically set the remote to operate the respective
components
component.
DVD DVD/LD player or DVD Recorder
TV/SAT TV, Satellite tuner or Cable TV tuner
MEMO:
VCR VCR or DVD Recorder
• Refer to “Preset Code List” on pages 46 to 48 for the FRONT The component (usually a portable DVD or
components and manufacturers available. video camera) connected to the
• Refer to “Controlling the Rest of Your System” on jacks on the front of the receiver
pages 44–45 for detailed explanations on how to TV TV
operate your other components.
3 Use the number buttons to enter the 3 digit
setup code (see pages 46-48 for “Preset Code
List”).
The LED will blink.
LED After a code has been input the power of the
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
component being input will turn on or off.
REMOTE MASTER
The remote will return to the previous mode after
2
TV/SAT VCR
1,5
SETUP VOLUME

thirty seconds of inactivity.
MEMO:
• The power of the component being input will only
SOURCE BAND CLASS EDIT turn on or off if that component is able to be turned
S M
ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
L on directly by remote control.
DISPLAY
TUNE
CH.
ST ST
SELECT
AUDIO
ENTER
CH.
LEVEL
MENU
4 Repeat steps 2–3 to assign preset codes for
TEST TONE
TUNE as many components as necessary.

5 Press the REMOTE SETUP button to return
1 1 2 3 4 to the previous mode.
VIRTUAL
5
5-D
6
SURR.
GAME TV SURR.
7 8 3
9 0 +10 ENTER
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI MEMO:
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT • You can only input a code for the component type
written on each INPUT/Control Mode Select
button.
• Even if you don’t input a preset code for the TV (TV
INPUT/Control Mode Select button) you will be able
to control your TV using the dedicated TV CON-
1 While pressing the REMOTE SETUP button
TROL on the remote.
press the VIRTUAL button to select the Preset
mode.
The LED lights will blink.
To cancel the preset mode at any time
Press REMOTE SETUP.
The remote control will also return to the previous
mode after thirty seconds of inactivity.
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Clearing the Preset Codes Direct Selection
English
Clears all presets, all learned functions and restores the Turning the direct selection off is a useful feature which
factory presets. allows you keep the receiver in one function (for
1 While pressing the REMOTE SETUP button example, DVD) while putting the remote control in a
different function. This could let you, for example, use
press and hold the STANDARD button for
the remote control to set up and watch a DVD and then
three seconds. use the remote control to rewind a tape in your VCR
The LED on the remote control blinks three times while you continue to watch the DVD on your DVD
indicating all the preset codes have been cleared. The player.
remote control will reset as described in the box
below. When the direct selection is on any INPUT/Control Mode
Select button you press will change the function of both
the receiver and the remote control. When you turn the
direct selection off, you can operate the remote control
without affecting the receiver, as explained above.
INPUT
RECEIVER DVD SELECT
REMOTE MASTER

1
TV CONTROL INPUT
RECEIVER TV RECEIVER DVD SELECT
INPUT SELECT CHANNEL VOLUME REMOTE MASTER

TV
1,2

S M L
DISPLAY ROOM SETUP TOP MENU RECEIVER TV TV CONTROL
TUNE
CH.
ST ST TV INPUT SELECT CHANNEL VOLUME
SELECT CH.
ENTER LEVEL
AUDIO MENU
TUNE
TEST TONE
RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS S M L
SEARCH ROOM SETUP TOP MENU
DISPLAY
TUNE
CH.
SELECT ST ST CH.
1 2 3 4 ENTER LEVEL
VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR. AUDIO MENU
5 6 7 8 TUNE
PHONES MUSICAL DRAMA ACTION TEST TONE
SURR. RF ATT MPX D.ACCESS
1
SEARCH
9 0 +10 ENTER
STEREO STANDARD AUTO MIDNGHT DIMMER FLAT QUIET S.BASS
2 1
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
AUDIO/VIDEO PRE-PROGRAMMED 1 2 3 4
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT VIRTUAL 5-D GAME TV SURR.
5 6 7 8
SURR.
9 0 +10 ENTER
2ch MULTI 2/MULTI
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
INPUT/Control Preset Component

Mode Select Code (Manufacturer)
button To set a INPUT/Control Mode Select button to direct off:
1 While pressing the REMOTE SETUP button,
DVD 000 DVD (PIONEER) press the number 3 (GAME) button.
To set a INPUT/Control Mode Select button to direct on:
TV/SAT 600 TV (PIONEER)
2 While pressing the REMOTE SETUP button,
press the number 2 (5-D) button.
VCR 456 DVD Recorder
(PIONEER)
MEMO:
FRONT 400 VCR (PIONEER) • The default setting is on.
TV 600 TV (PIONEER)
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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 41-42).
Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.
Button(s) Function Components

CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/
SOURCE Press to switch the components between STANDBY and ON
ON.
DVD recorder/Cassette deck
Press to return to the start of the current track or chapter. Repeated presses CD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LD/
skips to the start of previous tracks or chapter. DVD recorder
4 Go back channels (channel −). VCR
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 CD/MD/CD-R/DVD/LD/
skips to the start of following tracks or chapter. DVD recorder
¢ Go forward channels (channel +). VCR
Play the forward side of the tape on a reversible deck. Cassette deck
8 Pause playback or recording.
¡ Hold down for fast forward playback.
1 Hold down for fast reverse playback.
3 Start playback.
Stop playback (on some models, pressing this when the disc is already CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/
7
stopped will cause the disc tray to open). DVD recorder/Cassette deck
Number Directly access tracks on a program source. CD/MD/CD-R/LD
Buttons Directly access chapter on a program source. DVD/DVD recorder
Directly select a channel. VCR
Select tracks or chapter higher than 10. Press this button and the remaining CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/
+10 Button
number to get the track or chapter (+10 Button + 3= track or chapter 13). DVD/LD/DVD recorder
Switches subtitles for DVD or video game control pad. Video game
Start recording. To prevent accidental recording, these buttons must be
5∞ VCR/DVD recorder
pressed together.
MENU Displays menus concerning the current DVD or DVR you are using. DVD/DVD recorder
Go back channels (channel −). VCR
TOP MENU Displays the top menu of the current DVD or DVR you are using. DVD/LD/DVD recorder
Go forward channels (channel +). VCR
AUDIO Changes the audio track of discs with more than one audio track. DVD/LD/DVD recorder
RETURN Takes you to the previous menu. DVD/LD/DVD recorder
MIDNIGHT Takes you to the DVD setup screen. DVD
Takes you to the disc navigator. DVD recorder
Changes between sides A & B of the disc. LD
Changes between the VCR tuner and the TV tuner. VCR
Menus specific to video game control pads appear. Use arrow buttons and
Video game
ENTER button to select.
2 3 5∞ &
Navigate DVD menus/options. DVD/DVD recorder
ENTER
MEMO:
• 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.
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Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV Controls
English
This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the
commands (see page 41-42).
Use MULTI CONTROL 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
ON. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV
INPUT
Press to switch the TV input. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV
SELECT
CHANNEL
Select channels. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV
+/−
VOLUME
Adjust the TV volume. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV
+/−
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV/
MENU Takes you to the TV menu of that system.
Digital TV
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV/
TOP MENU Takes you to the guide menu of that system.
Digital TV
DISPLAY Takes you to the previous channel TV
Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ Digital
Exits the menu you are viewing.
TV
TEST TONE A Satellite TV
4 Use to move back a page in the menu. Cable TV
D/YELLOW Satellite TV/ Digital TV
¢ Use to move forward a page in the menu. Cable TV
E/BLUE Satellite TV/ Digital TV
1 B/RED Satellite TV/ Digital TV
¡ C/GREEN Satellite TV/ Digital TV
Select channnel higher than 10. Press this button and the remaining number
+10 Button TV
to get the track or chapter (+10 Button + 3= track or chapter 13).
Number
Use to select a specific TV channel. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV
Buttons
MIDNIGHT Use this button to immediately enter a new channel. Cable TV/ TV
2 3 5∞ &
Press to select or adjust and navigate items on the menu screen. Cable TV/ Satellite TV/ TV
ENTER
MEMO:
• The first four buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV button. Thus if you only have one TV to
hook up to this system assign it to the TV INPUT/Control Mode Select button. If you have two TVs, assign the
main TV to the TV button. If you hook up your system this way, the first four TV controls will always be acces-
sible.
• 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.
45
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Preset Code List

DVD AMSTRAD 642, 644, 647 HYPSON 607, 618, 646
ANITECH 644 ICE 646, 647
Manufacturer Code ASA 645 IMPERIAL 638, 642
TOSHIBA 001 ASUKA 641 INDIANA 607
SONY 002 AUDIOGONIC 607, 636 INGELEN 631
PANASONIC 003 BASIC LINE 641, 644 INTERFUNK 607, 631, 632, 642
JVC 004 BAUR 607, 631, 642 INTERVISION 646, 649
SAMSUNG 005 BEKO 638 ISUKAI 641
SHARP 006 BEON 607 ITC 642
AKAI 007 BLUE SKY 641 ITT 631, 632, 642
RCA 009, 011 BLUE STAR 618 JEC 605
DENON 003, 010 BPL 618 KAISUI 618, 641, 644
HITACHI 012 BTC 641 KAPSCH 631
PHILIPS 013 BUSH 607, 641, 642, 644, KENDO 642
ZENITH 014 647, 656 KENNEDY 632, 642
THOMSON 015 CASCADE 644 KORPEL 607
SONY CATHAY 607 KOYODA 644
(video game) 016 CENTURION 607 LEYCO 607, 640, 646, 648
LOEWE 013 CGB 642 LIESENK & TTER 607
GOLDSTAR 014 CIMLINE 644 LOEWE 607
PIONEER 000, 003, 008, 111 CLARIVOX 607 LUXOR 632, 642, 643
CLATRONIC 638 M ELECTRONIC 631, 644, 645, 654,
LD CONDOR 638 655, 656
CONTEC 644 M-ELECTRONIC 607, 636, 651
Manufacturer Code CROSLEY 632 MAGNADYNE 632, 649
SONY 101, 102 CROWN 638, 644 MAGNAFON 649
PHILIPS 104 CRYSTAL 642 MANESTH 639, 646
HITACHI 109 CYBERTRON 641 MARANTZ 607
RADIOLA 104 DAINICHI 641 MARK 607
MITSUBISHI 100 DANSAI 607 MATSUI 607, 639, 640, 642,
DENON 110 DAYTON 644 644, 647, 648
TELEFUNKEN 100 DECCA 607, 648 MCMICHAEL 634
PIONEER 100, 111(DVD/LD) DIXI 607, 644 MEDIATOR 607
DUMONT 653 MEMOREX 644
TV ELIN 607 METZ 631
ELITE 641 MINERVA 631, 653
Manufacturer Code ELTA 644 MULTITECH 644, 649
PHILIPS 607, 631, 634, 656 EMERSON 642 NECKERMANN 607, 631
SONY 604 ERRES 607 NEI 607, 642
GRUNDIG 631, 653 FINLANDIA 635, 643, 655 NIKKAI 605, 607, 641, 646,
PANASONIC 608, 622, 631, 642 FINLUX 607, 632, 645, 648, 648
TOSHIBA 605, 653 653, 654, 655 NOBLIKO 649
TELEFUNKEN 636, 637, 652 FIRSTLINE 640, 644 OCEANIC 631, 632, 642
SHARP 602 FISHER 632, 635, 638, 645 OSAKI 641, 646, 648
SAMSUNG 607, 638, 644, 646 FORMENTI 607, 632, 642 OSO 641
HITACHI 606, 631, 633, 634, FRONTECH 631, 642, 646 OSUME 648
636, 642, 643, 654 FRONTECH/ OTTO VERSAND 607, 631, 632, 642
SABA 631, 636, 642, 651 PROTECH 632 PALLADIUM 638
BRANDT 636 FUJITSU 648 PANAMA 646
SANYO 635, 645, 648 FUNAI 640, 646 PATHO CINEMA 642
THOMSON 636, 651, 652 GBC 632, 642 PAUSA 644
FERGUSON 607, 636, 651 GEC 607, 634, 648 PHILCO 632, 642
NOKIA 632, 642, 652 GELOSO 632, 644 PHOENIX 632
MITSUBISHI 609, 631 GENEXXA 631, 641 PHONOLA 607
SCHNEIDER 607, 641, 647 GOODMANS 607, 639, 647, 648, PROFEX 642, 644
GOLDSTAR 607, 650 656 PROTECH 607, 642, 644, 646,
BLAUPUNKT 631 GORENJE 638 649
NORDMENDE 632, 636, 651, 652 GPM 641 QUELLE 607, 631, 632, 642,
RADIOLA 607 GRAETZ 631, 642 645, 653
JVC 613 GRANADA 607, 635, 642, 643, R-LINE 607
DAEWOO 607, 644, 656 648 RBM 653
ORION 607, 632, 639, 640 GRANDIENTE 657 REDIFFUSION 632, 642
SIEMENS 631 GRANDIN 618 REX 631, 646
ACURA 644 HANSEATIC 607, 642 ROADSTAR 641, 644, 646
ADMIRAL 631 HCM 618, 644 SAISHO 639, 644, 646
AKAI 632, 635, 642 HINARI 607, 641, 644 SALORA 631, 632, 642, 643
AKUBA 641 HISAWA 618 SAMBERS 649
46 ALBA 607, 639, 641, 644 HUANYU 656 SBR 607, 634
En
SCHAUB LORENZ 642 TOSHIBA 405, 409, 414, 417 LUXOR 409, 442, 444
SEG 642, 646 428 M-ELECTRONIC 441
English
SEI 632, 640, 649 MITSUBISHI 407, 409, 414 MANESTH 405, 453
SELECO 631, 642 SHARP 402 MARANTZ 414
SIAREM 632, 649 ORION 424, 445, 446 MATSUI 424, 445, 446
SINUDYNE 632, 639, 640, 649 SANYO 444 MEMOREX 411, 441, 444
SKANTIC 643 FERGUSON 417, 449, 450 MEMPHIS 453
SOLAVOX 631 BLAUPUNKT 408, 417, 432, 455 METZ 432, 455
SONOKO 607, 644 NOKIA 417, 442, 444 MINERVA 455
SONOLOR 631, 635 SELECO 417 MULTITECH 441, 453
SONTEC 607 AIWA 441, 446 MURPHY 441
SOUNDWAVE 607 AKIBA 453 NBC 407, 417
STANDARD 641, 644 ALBA 424, 446, 447, 448 NECKERMANN 414
STERN 631 452 NESCO 453
SUSUMU 641 AMBASSADOR 452 NORDMENDE 417, 428
SYSLINE 607 AMSTRAD 441 OCEANIC 417, 441
TANDY 631, 641, 648 ANITECH 453 OSAKI 411, 441, 453
TASHIKO 634 ASA 411, 414 OTTO VERSAND 414
TATUNG 607, 648 BAIRD 417, 441, 444, 450 PALLADIUM 411, 417, 453
TEC 642 BASIC LINE 448, 452, 453 PATHE MARCONI 417
TELEAVIA 636 BRANDT 449, 451 PENTAX 406
TELETECH 644 BRANDT PERDIO 441
TENSAI 640, 641 ELECTRONIQUE 417 PHONOLA 414
THORN 607, 631, 642, 645, BUSH 424, 446, 447, 448 PORTLAND 452
648 453 PROLINE 441, 454
TOMASHI 618 CATRON 452 PYE 414
TOWADA 642 CGB 441 QUELLE 414
ULTRAVOX 632, 642, 649 CIMLINE 453 RADIOLA 414
UNIVERSUM 607, 631, 638, 642, CLATRONIC 452 REX 417, 428
645, 646, 654, 655 CONDOR 452 ROADSTAR 411, 448, 453
VESTEL 607 CROWN 448, 452, 453 SABA 417, 428, 449
VOXSON 631 DAEWOO 448, 452 SAISHO 424, 445
WALTHAM 643 DANSAI 453 SALORA 409, 442
WATSON 607 DE GRAAF 406 SANSUI 407, 417
WATT RADIO 632, 642, 649 DECCA 414, 441 SBR 414
WHITE DUAL 417 SCHAUB LORENZ 417, 441
WESTINGHOUSE 607 DUMONT 414, 441, 444 SCHNEIDER 414, 441, 453
YOKO 607, 642, 646 ELCATECH 453 SEI 414
PIONEER 600, 607, 631, 632, FIDELITY 441 SENTRA 452
636, 642, 651 FINLANDIA 414, 444 SHINTOM 453
FINLUX 406, 414, 441, 444 SIEMENS 411, 444, 455
STB (SATELLITE/CATV) FIRSTLINE 405, 409, 411, 424 SINGER 405
453 SINUDYNE 414
Manufacturer Code FISHER 444 SOLAVOX 452
JERROLD 716 FRONTECH 452 SUNSTAR 441
SA 706, 708 FUNAI 441 SUNTRONIC 441
ZENITH 717 GBC 414 TASHIKO 441
PIONEER 200, 204, 231, 700 GENERAL 452 TATUNG 414, 417, 441
GOLDSTAR 411 TEC 452
On digital STB GOODMANS 411, 441, 448, 452 TELEAVIA 417
453 TELEFUNKEN 417, 428, 449, 451
Manufacturer Code GRAETZ 417, 444 TENOSAL 453
PIONEER 200 GRANADA 414, 444 TENSAI 441
GRANDIENTE 441 THORN 417, 444
VCR GRANDIN 411, 441, 453 UNIVERSUM 411, 414, 441, 442
HCM 453, 454 455
Manufacturer Code HINARI 445, 446, 453, 454 YAMISHI 453
PHILIPS 414, 428 HYPSON 453 YOKAN 453
PANASONIC 408, 432 IMPERIAL 441 YOKO 452
THOMSON 417, 428, 449 INTERFUNK 414 PIONEER 400, 407, 414, 443
SONY 416, 417, 457, 458 ITT 417, 428, 442, 444
459 ITV 411, 448
JVC 407, 417, 428 KAISUI 453
GRUNDIG 408, 414, 441, 453 KENDO 424, 444
454, 455 KORPEL 453
AKAI 417, 442 LEYCO 453
HITACHI 406, 417, 441 LOEWE 411, 414, 432
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DVD Recorder QUASAR 304

ROADSTAR 344
Manufacturer Code ROTEL 336
PIONEER 456 SABA 319
SANYO 340
TAPE SHARP 343
SONY 316, 329
Manufacturer Code TECHNICS 304, 333
AKAI 829 TELEFUNKEN 319
ARCAM 810 THOMSON 319
DENON 810, 827 UNIVERSUM 336
FISHER 813 YAMAHA 338, 339
GRUNDIG 821 PIONEER 300
JVC 802
KENWOOD 804, 807, 822 CD-R
LUXMAN 815
MARANTZ 821 Manufacturer Code
MEMOREX 825 PIONEER 345
MITSUBISHI 829 PHILIPS 346
NAKAMICHI 816 DENON 346
ONKYO 817, 819 MARANTZ 346
PHILIPS 821
SANSUI 824 MD
SHERWOOD 818
SONY 814, 823 Manufacturer Code
TANDBERG 820 SONY 901
TECHNICS 803 KENWOOD 903
TOSHIBA 826, 828 SHARP 902
YAMAHA 811, 822 TEAC 904
PIONEER 800, 825 ONKYO 905
DENON 906
CD PIONEER 900, 902,
Manufacturer Code DAT

AKAI 335
ARCAM 336 Manufacturer Code
ASUKA 337 PIONEER 907
AUDIO TON 336
BUSH 332
CALIFORNIA
AUDIO LAB 304
CYRUS 336
DENON 309
DUAL 319, 337
FISHER 340
GOLDSTAR 330
GRUNDIG 336
HITACHI 334
INTERSOUND 337
JVC 331
KENWOOD 310, 311
KODAK 322
LINN 336
LUXMAN 341
M ELECTRONIC 344
MARANTZ 304, 336
MATSUI 336
MCS 304
MEMOREX 300
MERIDIAN 336
MITSUBISHI 335
NAD 316
NAIM 336
ONKYO 342
PANASONIC 304
PHILIPS 322, 336
QUAD 336
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Additional Information 10
Troubleshooting
English
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.
Symptom Cause Remedy

The power does not • The power plug is disconnected. • Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.
turn on. • 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. • Disconnect the power plug from the outlet,
and insert again.
AMP ERR blinks in the • The receiver has a serious problem. • Call a Pioneer-accredited repair center.
display and the unit
turns off.
HEAT UP blinks in the • The receiver has gotten too hot. • Allow the receiver to cool down with good
display. ventilation. If problem persists turn off re-
ceiver and allow it to cool down.
OVERHEAT blinks in • The receiver has gotten too hot. • Turn the receiver off and allow it to cool
the display and no down with good ventilation. If problem per-
sound is output. sists turn the volume down.
THDCT NG blinks in • The thermistor (temperature sensor) is • Call a Pioneer-accredited repair center.
the display and no out of order.
sound is output.
The unit does not re- • Improper connections. • Make sure the component is connected cor-
spond when the but- rectly (refer to pages 11 to 14).
tons are pressed. • Sound is muted. • Press MUTING on the remote control.
• The volume is turned down. • Adjust the MASTER VOLUME.
No sound is output • Incorrect frequency. • Tune in the correct frequency.

when the TUNER is se- • The antenna is not connected. • Connect the antenna (refer to page 16).
lected.
Considerable noise in FM broadcasts

radio broadcasts. • The FM antenna is not fully extended • Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position
or is poorly positioned. for best reception, and secure to a wall.
• Weak radio signals. • Connect an outdoor FM antenna (refer to
page 16).
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 16).
• 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 can- • The radio signal is too weak . • Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to page
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Additional Information

No sound from surround • Speaker settings are incorrect. • Refer to “Speakers setting mode” on page
or center speakers. 26 to check the speaker settings.
• The surround and/or center levels are • Turn levels up. Refer to “Setting the vol-
turned down. ume level of each channel” on page 29 to
check the speaker levels.
• The surround and/or center speakers are • Connect the speakers (refer to page 14).
disconnected.
No sound from subwoofer • The subwoofer is disconnected. • Connect the subwoofer (refer to page 14).
• The subwoofer's settings are incorrect. • Set subwoofer to ON or PLUS (refer to
page 26).
• Set the FRONT speakers to SMALL (refer
to page 26).
• The subwoofer's levels are too low. • Refer to “Setting the volume level of each
channel” on page 29 to check the speaker
levels.
• The LFE Attenuator is set to OFF. • Set the LFE Attenuator to either 0dB or -
10dB (refer to page 27).
Sound is produced from • Digital connections are incorrect. • Make digital connections (refer to page
analog components, but . 11)
not from digital ones • The digital output of the player is turned • Turn on the digital output of the player
(DVD, LD, CD-ROM etc.). 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- receiver.
compatible with this receiver. • Make digital connections (refer to page
• Digital connections are incorrect. 11).
• Analog input has been selected. • Select digital input (refer to page 39).
No sound is output or a • A DVD player not compatible with • Make sure your DVD player is compat-
noise is output when Dolby Digital/DTS is being used. ible with Dolby Digital/DTS.
Dolby Digital/DTS soft- • The settings on the DVD player are in- • Make sure the player's settings are cor-
ware is played back. correct and/or the DTS signal output is rect and/or the DTS signal out is on. Re-
turned off. fer 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 to full, or to the neutral position.
equipped with digital output level ad-
justment capability. (The DTS signal has
been altered by the player, and cannot
be read.)
When a search is per- • The search function performed by the • This is not a malfunction, but be sure to
formed by a DTS compat- player slightly alters the digital informa- turn the volume down to prevent the out-
ible CD player during play- tion, making it unreadable. put of loud noise from your speakers.
back, noise is output.
The Dolby/DTS indicator • The player is paused • Press play.

doesn't light when playing • The player's sound output settings are • Set the player correctly (consult the
Dolby/DTS software. wrong. manual that came with the player, if nec-
essary).
When playing a 96 kHz/ • Different discs have different recording • Turn the volume down.
24bit disc the sound is too levels so some may be louder than oth-
loud. ers.
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The sound distorts. • The analog signal is too strong. • Turn on input attenuator (see page 28).
• 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
from speakers. to page 26).
No image is output when • The video connections are incorrect. • Make sure the video component is con-
an input is selected. nected correctly (refer to pages 11 to 14).
• The input source is not properly selected. • Make sure the proper component is se-
lected by pressing the correct function
• The DVD/video player settings are incor- button (see page 20).
rect. • Set correctly. Refer to the instruction
manual supplied with the DVD/video
player.
The settings have all been • The receiver has been unplugged or the • Set the receiver again (refer to page 24-
cleared. main power turned off for more than a 29).
month.
OVERLOAD blinks in the • There is a short in your speaker cable. • Fix the short or get new speaker cable.
display and the power • The output is too high. • Turn the volume down.
turns off automatically.
You can't set the crossover • All the speakers are set to either large or • Change the speaker settings (refer to page
frequency. NO (i.e. no speakers are set to small). 26).
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. • Press DIMMER on the remote control re-
ment the display goes off. peatedly to select a different brightness.
The receiver cannot be re- • The remote control batteries have worn • Replace the batteries (refer to page 10).
mote controlled. out.
• You are too far away or at a bad angle for • Operate within 7 m, 30° of the remote
operation. sensor on the front panel (refer to page
10).
• There is an obstacle between the receiver • Remove the obstacle or operate from an-
and the remote control. other angle of position.
• Strong light such as fluorescent light. • Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the
front panel to direct light.
• The remote is not in the proper mode to • Press RECEIVER button.
control the receiver.
Other components cannot • The proper code hasn't been input into • Input the proper code into the remote
be remote controlled. the remote control to control that com- control (see page 42).
ponent.
• The remote control is in a mode to make some • Press the button of the component you
setting or control something on the receiver. want to control.
• Something is plugged into the "Control • Either point remote at the remote sensor
Terminal in" (see page 17). of the unit that is plugged into the "Con-
trol Terminal in" or unplug the cable from
the "Control Terminal in" and use remote
normally.
The shutter of the optical • The plug was inserted improperly • The terminal is fine but the shutter won’t
terminal doesn’t close af- close.
ter removing plug..
If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity.
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11 Techno Know How
Understanding DVD Packaging LANGUAGE English
DVD packaging usually states what sound formats are included on the DVD. 5.1
The diagram here shows what you might see on a typical DVD box. The terms SURROUND
used (Dolby Digital, etc.) are explained in the following sections.
5.1
SURROUND
CAPTIONS Captioned
SUBTITLES
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.
DTS
R
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 PARK” in 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).
Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Pro Logic

Surround
No. of recorded channels 5.1 channels (Max.) 5.1 channels (Max.) 2 channels
No. of playback channels 5.1 channels (Max.) 5.1 channels (Max.) 4 channels
Playback channel structure Front Left, Front Right, Center, Front Left, Front Right, Center, Front Left, Front
Surround Left, Surround Right, Surround Left, Surround Right, Right, Center,
Subwoofer Subwoofer Surround
Sound processing Digital discrete processing Digital discrete processing Analog matrix
processing
Rear (Surround) high 20,000 Hz 20,000 Hz 7,000 Hz
frequency playback limit
Other • 5.1 completely independent • 5.1 completely independent
channels channels
• High dynamic range • High dynamic range
• Stable position, high phase • Stable position, high phase
characteristics, and advanced characteristics, and advanced
surround effects reproduction surround effects reproduction
• High efficiency • Low compression rate
(Compression rate of about one- (about one-fourth), high quality
tenth) sound
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Techno Know How
MPEG-2
English
This is a standard audio format used on Video CDs, some DVD discs and, importantly, most digital satellite TV
broadcasting. It's advantages include a low bit rate that still affords good sounds quality for multichannel
soundtracks. This is a patented system in the USA.
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).
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.
This signal is decoded back into four channels (as above) by Dolby Pro Logic as explained on the right.
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 is and thus
expressed as .1 of a channel.) With this format you can get movie theater-like, powerful surround sound.
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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 (STEREO indicator lights)

This is conventional stereo playback from the left and right speakers (called "front" speakers on this receiver).
Virtual Surround Playback (VIRTUAL/PHONES indicator lights)

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.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround Playback (2 PRO LOGIC indicator lights)

As explained in the 2 channel surround signals entry on the left, this receiver allows you to hear four channel
surround sound from 2 channel surround sound signals (i.e. Dolby Surround). Actually the surround speakers
will be mono, outputting the same sound but you will still be able to get theater-like sound.
Multichannel Surround Playback (MULTI ch indicator lights)

Technically speaking your source needs to have at least three channels and you need to be listening on at least
three speakers to have multichannel surround playback. Practically speaking almost all DVDs have 5.1 channel
surround sound so you should have at least three speakers hooked up so you can experience this playback mode,
which is the heart of home theater. We strongly recommend you hook up five speakers for realistic and powerful
surround sound playback.
Headphone Surround Playback (VIRTUAL/PHONES indicator lights)

This receiver allows you to experience 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.
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Specifications
English
Amplifier Section FM Tuner Section
Continuous Power Output (STEREO MODE) Frequency Range ...................... 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
FRONT ...... 25 W + 25 W (DIN 1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 Ω) Usable Sensitivity
Mono:15.2 dBf, IHF (1.6 µV/ 75 Ω)
Continuous Power Output (SURROUND MODE) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity ................... Mono: 20.2 dBf
FRONT ..................... 30 W/ch (1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 Ω) ....................................................... Stereo: 41.2 dBf
CENTER ....................... 30 W (1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 Ω) Signal-to-Noise Ratio ............. Mono: 76 dB (at 85 dBf)
SURROUND ............. 30 W/ch (1 kHz, THD 1 %, 8 Ω) .......................................... Stereo: 72 dB (at 85 dBf)
Distortion .................................. Stereo: 0.6 % (1 kHz)
Input (Sensitivity/Impedance) Alternate Channel Selectivity ............. 70 dB (400 kHz)
DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, FRONT ................ 200 mV/47 kΩ Stereo Separation ................................... 40 dB (1 kHz)
Frequency Response Frequency Response .............. 30 Hz to 15 kHz (±1dB)
DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, FRONT Antenna Input (DIN) ........................ 75 Ω unbalanced
......................................... 5 Hz to 100,000 Hz +0
–3 dB
Output (Level/Impedance)
VCR OUT ........................................... 200 mV/2.2 kΩ AM Tuner Section
Frequency Range ...................... 531 kHz to 1,602 kHz
Sensitivity (IHF, Loop antenna) .................... 350 µV/m
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Selectivity ........................................................... 30 dB
[DIN (Continuous rated power output/50 mW)] Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 50 dB
DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, FRONT .................... 88 dB/64 dB Antenna .................................................. Loop antenna
VIDEO Section Miscellaneous

Input (Sensitivity/Impedance) Power Requirements
DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, FRONT .................... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω UK model ........................... AC 220 – 230 V, 50/60 Hz
Output (Level/Impedance) European model ................. AC 220 – 230 V, 50/60 Hz
VCR, MONITOR ...................................... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω Power Consumption ......................................... 130 W
Frequency Response In Standby ............................................................ 1 W
DVD, TV/SAT, VCR, FRONT → MONITOR Dimensions ............... 420 (W) x 65 (H) x 322 (D) mm
................................................ 5 Hz to 7 MHz +0
–3 dB
Weight (without package) .................................. 5.2 kg
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 55 dB
Furnished Parts
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
Operating instructions ............................................... 1
NOTE:
• Specifications and the design are subject to possible
modifications without notice, due to improvements.
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Published by Pioneer Corporation.
Copyright © 2000 Pioneer Corporation.
All rights reserved.
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PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: 03/570.05.11
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Contents 4 06 Listening Modes 30

Front Panel 18 Clearing the Preset Codes 43

Rear Panel 19 Direct Selection 43

Remote Control 20 CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/

05 Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound 24 11 Techno Know How 52

Personalizing Your Surround Sound 25 Digital Audio Formats 52

Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel 29 Recording Formats 53

Your Home System

The Source Material

The Listening Modes

1) Hook up your DVD player, speakers, subwoofer and TV.

Before hooking up your speakers affix

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

Optical cable (sold

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

S (SMALL) S (SMALL) S (SMALL) ON

L (LARGE) S (SMALL) S (SMALL) OFF

Automatic Switching between Analog & Digital Signals

Installing the Receiver

Ventilation Storing optical cable

Operating Range of the

Connecting a DVD Player & a TV

DVD Player (DV-444, etc.)

DIGITAL OUT ANALOG OUT VIDEO OUT

Optical cable (sold

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

Video cord (sold separately)

player you will need to use the analog connection

Audio/Video Cords Optical Cables

Connecting a Digital Tuner/Set Top Box

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

separately, don’t pinch IN

Video cord (sold separately)

Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital Tuner

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

the optical plug.

Optical cable (sold Audio cord Video cord

ANALOG OUT MONITOR IN

Connecting Video Components

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

accessed via the front panel STANDBY FRONT INPUT

input selector as “FRONT.”

Match the shape of terminal

COLOR BRIGHT MONITOR

Portable DVD Player (etc.)

Before hooking up your speakers

R L ANTENNA FRONT SURROUND

Powered FRONT R FRONT L CENTER SURROUND SURROUND

Hints on Speaker Placement Overhead view of speaker set up

• If possible, install the surround speakers slightly

To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your

R L ANTENNA FRONT SUR

AM loop antenna FM wire antenna