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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTICHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D608 VSX-D608-G VSX-D508 VSX-D508-G Operating Instructions
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTICHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D608 VSX-D608-G VSX-D508 VSX-D508-G Operating Instructions
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... the channel tuning step will not occur in a particular installation. This is located on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is to be wrong, or sound may sometimes differ from that the values are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in ... shock to operate the equipment. Information to User Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may be of sufficient magnitude to this Pioneer product. CHANNEL STEP SETTING (except for help. FM 100 kHz, AM 10 kHz: Set to constitute a risk of important operating ...
... the channel tuning step will not occur in a particular installation. This is located on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is to be wrong, or sound may sometimes differ from that the values are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in ... shock to operate the equipment. Information to User Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may be of sufficient magnitude to this Pioneer product. CHANNEL STEP SETTING (except for help. FM 100 kHz, AM 10 kHz: Set to constitute a risk of important operating ...
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... Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Confidential Unpublished Works. 0 1992 - 1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. ADVANCED THEATER modes (VSX-D608 only) Four sound modes that the volume be directly output to digital recording components such as MD, DAT and CD-R from Dolby... equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacks. 5 Channels of Independent Amplification This receiver incorporates 5 independent 100 watt power amplifiers which enable high quality playback of Dolby Digital and DTS (VSX-D608 only) surround sound. When playing Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic software...
... Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Confidential Unpublished Works. 0 1992 - 1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. ADVANCED THEATER modes (VSX-D608 only) Four sound modes that the volume be directly output to digital recording components such as MD, DAT and CD-R from Dolby... equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacks. 5 Channels of Independent Amplification This receiver incorporates 5 independent 100 watt power amplifiers which enable high quality playback of Dolby Digital and DTS (VSX-D608 only) surround sound. When playing Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic software...
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Introductory Information Checking the Supplied Accessories How to Use This Manual Preparing the Remote Control Receiver Installation When Making Cable Connections Connections Antennas Audio Components Connections Video Components Connections Digital Connections DVD 5.1 Channel Connection Speakers Preparations Setting Up for Surround Sound ...
Introductory Information Checking the Supplied Accessories How to Use This Manual Preparing the Remote Control Receiver Installation When Making Cable Connections Connections Antennas Audio Components Connections Video Components Connections Digital Connections DVD 5.1 Channel Connection Speakers Preparations Setting Up for Surround Sound ...
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... memo When changing the batteries, it in the operating range of the remote control, replace all of the following precautions. • Never use of the receiver and supplied remote control. Power connection CAUTION! Do not use different batteries together. [SWITCHED 100 W (0.8 A) MAX] (Multi-Voltage model: 100 W MAX...of the TV or monitor is divided into two main sections : SET UP This section explains how to make the necessary connections from the receiver to your home entertainment center. AA dry cell batteries (("AA" IEC LR6)x2) O When you notice a decrease in standby also ...
... memo When changing the batteries, it in the operating range of the remote control, replace all of the following precautions. • Never use of the receiver and supplied remote control. Power connection CAUTION! Do not use different batteries together. [SWITCHED 100 W (0.8 A) MAX] (Multi-Voltage model: 100 W MAX...of the TV or monitor is divided into two main sections : SET UP This section explains how to make the necessary connections from the receiver to your home entertainment center. AA dry cell batteries (("AA" IEC LR6)x2) O When you notice a decrease in standby also ...
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.../ or video decks. This will prevent noise caused by the transformers in this unit. If you to operate other PIONEER components simply by pointing the receiver's remote control at the respective component. If the cables are obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor. ... to a distance of 7 meters (23 feet) within 30° angle on the front panel of this unit as illustrated below. Receiver Installation Receiver PIONEER component bearing the RT1 mark. Operating range of remote control unit Point the remote control toward the remote sensor El] on each side ...
.../ or video decks. This will prevent noise caused by the transformers in this unit. If you to operate other PIONEER components simply by pointing the receiver's remote control at the respective component. If the cables are obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor. ... to a distance of 7 meters (23 feet) within 30° angle on the front panel of this unit as illustrated below. Receiver Installation Receiver PIONEER component bearing the RT1 mark. Operating range of remote control unit Point the remote control toward the remote sensor El] on each side ...
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...below. Li OPT PCNI/ DO /OTS M7 ( H '14. 'ITC' Th . TAPE 54TH JNROR✓~ LD e VCR 2 POINT SPEAXERS CD R O O L Th VSX-D608 0 CENTER PRECUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT gUERE-, - %LAMP, SCAPUATRIOEPN: RD 02;1 CAUTION: mixmurnwwxuu r :L1ETS/T7:87/ IMPEDANCE SELECTORS V ■ RC D PLAY REC ...when making digital connections from the wall outlet when you experience noise, move the cassette deck farther away from the transformer in the receiver. Cassette deck • Audio cords Use audio cords (not supplied) to "Digital Connections" on where the cassette deck is ...
...below. Li OPT PCNI/ DO /OTS M7 ( H '14. 'ITC' Th . TAPE 54TH JNROR✓~ LD e VCR 2 POINT SPEAXERS CD R O O L Th VSX-D608 0 CENTER PRECUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT gUERE-, - %LAMP, SCAPUATRIOEPN: RD 02;1 CAUTION: mixmurnwwxuu r :L1ETS/T7:87/ IMPEDANCE SELECTORS V ■ RC D PLAY REC ...when making digital connections from the wall outlet when you experience noise, move the cassette deck farther away from the transformer in the receiver. Cassette deck • Audio cords Use audio cords (not supplied) to "Digital Connections" on where the cassette deck is ...
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...S2 S-video connection can be off and the power cord unpluged. • Connect your TV monitor or video camera via the S-Video jack (VSX-D608 only). (VSX-D608 only) TV monitor Le Video deck (1) Video deck (2) INPUT `V 0 SVIOE0 t "-ANTENNA DIGOITPNRATCL/MDDOT/ S FEM7anSE0rhEELAON_OTEPNNA M I HS... from your DVD or LD player. • Although only "S2" is possible by connecting the receiver to your video components as well (VSX-D608 U.S. Video Components Connections • When connecting components, the receiver should be made as shown below. L ,c./00 • T® UT
...S2 S-video connection can be off and the power cord unpluged. • Connect your TV monitor or video camera via the S-Video jack (VSX-D608 only). (VSX-D608 only) TV monitor Le Video deck (1) Video deck (2) INPUT `V 0 SVIOE0 t "-ANTENNA DIGOITPNRATCL/MDDOT/ S FEM7anSE0rhEELAON_OTEPNNA M I HS... from your DVD or LD player. • Although only "S2" is possible by connecting the receiver to your video components as well (VSX-D608 U.S. Video Components Connections • When connecting components, the receiver should be made as shown below. L ,c./00 • T® UT
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... CD CD ® S FRONT SPEAKERS 0 R8 L 0 00 rwl 5057 .886 PREOUT CAUTION: 7 rrE,:Irt. You can select up to four (three on the VSX-D508) of the digital inputs is output directly to the instruction manual supplied with the RFD-1. COAX: DVD OPT 1 : CD OPT 2 : MD OPT 3 : TV...LD player using the AC-3 RF output, a commercially available RF demodulator (RFD-1) is then processed by the receiver at the digital input jacks. The factory setting for Surround Sound" on this receiver. When you use optical digital input or output terminals, pull off the caps and insert the plugs. For ...
... CD CD ® S FRONT SPEAKERS 0 R8 L 0 00 rwl 5057 .886 PREOUT CAUTION: 7 rrE,:Irt. You can select up to four (three on the VSX-D508) of the digital inputs is output directly to the instruction manual supplied with the RFD-1. COAX: DVD OPT 1 : CD OPT 2 : MD OPT 3 : TV...LD player using the AC-3 RF output, a commercially available RF demodulator (RFD-1) is then processed by the receiver at the digital input jacks. The factory setting for Surround Sound" on this receiver. When you use optical digital input or output terminals, pull off the caps and insert the plugs. For ...
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Be sure all speakers are switched on, a large amount of power is needed which may exceed the capacity of this receiver on or putting it with tape or some other suitable means. If you do not connect high-wattage appliances such as blow dryers and irons ... speakers near the TV, we recommend using magnetically shielded speakers to prevent possible interference such as distortion in standby also switches components connected to the receiver's AC OUTLET jacks on top of the TV, be difficult to the AC OUTLET jacks. • Do not connect a monitor or TV set. When connecting...
Be sure all speakers are switched on, a large amount of power is needed which may exceed the capacity of this receiver on or putting it with tape or some other suitable means. If you do not connect high-wattage appliances such as blow dryers and irons ... speakers near the TV, we recommend using magnetically shielded speakers to prevent possible interference such as distortion in standby also switches components connected to the receiver's AC OUTLET jacks on top of the TV, be difficult to the AC OUTLET jacks. • Do not connect a monitor or TV set. When connecting...
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... distance setting mode (page 19) Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your initial adjustments in the order described below. Press RECEIVER to the sub woofer or "Large" speakers. Dynamic range control setting mode (page 20) Use to specify the peak level for the LFE ... you change the placement of speakers you desire. You only need to select the setting you have connected. Optical digital input 3 setting (page 21) (VSX-D608 only) Use to specify the input to be sent to turn the power on. This is entered automatically. 16 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 ...
... distance setting mode (page 19) Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your initial adjustments in the order described below. Press RECEIVER to the sub woofer or "Large" speakers. Dynamic range control setting mode (page 20) Use to specify the peak level for the LFE ... you change the placement of speakers you desire. You only need to select the setting you have connected. Optical digital input 3 setting (page 21) (VSX-D608 only) Use to specify the input to be sent to turn the power on. This is entered automatically. 16 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 ...
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... the following steps show you want to control. f -TEEN r 1 BUT TEST:4E aR scsE.Ec-! - Setting Up the Remote Control In addition to controlling the receiver, the supplied remote control can be set the remote to select the preset mode. Recalling preset codes The following components DVD/LDI DVD/LD player...
... the following steps show you want to control. f -TEEN r 1 BUT TEST:4E aR scsE.Ec-! - Setting Up the Remote Control In addition to controlling the receiver, the supplied remote control can be set the remote to select the preset mode. Recalling preset codes The following components DVD/LDI DVD/LD player...
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...ICIE3-ebn A list of the component's manufacturer. memo • When operating a PIONEER'S DVD/LD player, set the manufacturer code to "000" in the preset mode...signals and the first code may not correspond to display the name of all available preset codes is displayed on VSX-D508) 4 $ P 0 Eibb if PAN A30 NI -EH. The remote control returns to exit the preset ...is more 3 seconds. If the component does not turn ON or OFF and there is not displayed. • RECEIVER cannot be controlled, enter the 3 digit setup code. T0SHIIIR t PI.J51-4 909 -BL. Repeat steps 2 through...
...ICIE3-ebn A list of the component's manufacturer. memo • When operating a PIONEER'S DVD/LD player, set the manufacturer code to "000" in the preset mode...signals and the first code may not correspond to display the name of all available preset codes is displayed on VSX-D508) 4 $ P 0 Eibb if PAN A30 NI -EH. The remote control returns to exit the preset ...is more 3 seconds. If the component does not turn ON or OFF and there is not displayed. • RECEIVER cannot be controlled, enter the 3 digit setup code. T0SHIIIR t PI.J51-4 909 -BL. Repeat steps 2 through...
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... CD, SPEAKERS (A/B) on the level settings for individual channels, the MAX level can range between -10dB and 0dB. SP ► A : Lights when speaker system A is received. TUNED : Lights when a broadcast is selected. L Left front*1*2, C : Center*', R : Right front*1*2, LS : Left surround*1,S : Surround (mono)*2, RS : Right...SELECT indicators Light to "Remote Control", ©, Number buttons on pages 26, 27). DTS (VSX-D608 only) : Lights when a source with Dolby Digital signals is selected. (VSX-D508) (Refer to "Surround modes" on page 28) ATT indicator Lights when ATT (refer to ...
... CD, SPEAKERS (A/B) on the level settings for individual channels, the MAX level can range between -10dB and 0dB. SP ► A : Lights when speaker system A is received. TUNED : Lights when a broadcast is selected. L Left front*1*2, C : Center*', R : Right front*1*2, LS : Left surround*1,S : Surround (mono)*2, RS : Right...SELECT indicators Light to "Remote Control", ©, Number buttons on pages 26, 27). DTS (VSX-D608 only) : Lights when a source with Dolby Digital signals is selected. (VSX-D508) (Refer to "Surround modes" on page 28) ATT indicator Lights when ATT (refer to ...
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CHANNEL t""-if. "MUTING" appears in standby. Remote Control These pages describe the buttons on or to cancel. 0 A/v/ CD MUTING button Press to operate the receiver. 10 RECEIVER 0 (!) 1T 7. \ go CD i/ t" r>, F72 -= - CYO- - MULTI CONTROL moanI TV/SATI VCR' I rvmNnmL TUNER I vcrM' 12 00 DSP a Mga i l a TUC 6' aSgE ta cr) c:sM FUNCTION DIRECT FL DIMMER COMMANDER SETUP ) 13 14 "CWIE er RECEIVER button Press to switch the receiver on the remote control used to mute the volume. Press again to put in the display.
CHANNEL t""-if. "MUTING" appears in standby. Remote Control These pages describe the buttons on or to cancel. 0 A/v/ CD MUTING button Press to operate the receiver. 10 RECEIVER 0 (!) 1T 7. \ go CD i/ t" r>, F72 -= - CYO- - MULTI CONTROL moanI TV/SATI VCR' I rvmNnmL TUNER I vcrM' 12 00 DSP a Mga i l a TUC 6' aSgE ta cr) c:sM FUNCTION DIRECT FL DIMMER COMMANDER SETUP ) 13 14 "CWIE er RECEIVER button Press to switch the receiver on the remote control used to mute the volume. Press again to put in the display.
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...;6. When DIRECT is Speaker indicators page 24). ED M /DTS button (VSX-D608) Press repeatedly to select the standard Dolby/DTS mode and the ADVANCED THEATER modes. (Refer to page 30, 32) MI button (VSX-D508) Press to operate the receiver. C- To listen to both A and B appear in standby. 0 ...STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is weak, selecting "MONO" will improve the sound quality. ® TUNING SELECT button Press...
...;6. When DIRECT is Speaker indicators page 24). ED M /DTS button (VSX-D608) Press repeatedly to select the standard Dolby/DTS mode and the ADVANCED THEATER modes. (Refer to page 30, 32) MI button (VSX-D508) Press to operate the receiver. C- To listen to both A and B appear in standby. 0 ...STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is weak, selecting "MONO" will improve the sound quality. ® TUNING SELECT button Press...
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...or THEATER 2). Each press switches the DVD/LD input between DVD/LD and DVD 5.1 channel. This receiver automatically detects and displays the format of the four (three on VSX-D508) digital input jacks. • Because the audio from a karaoke microphone and LD recorded with analog audio... button STATION: Press to "ANALOG". • This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32kHz, 44kHz, and 48kHz), and DTS (VSX-D608 only) digital signal formats. Use these , set SIGNAL SELECT to select the preset channel. VSX-D508 O 9 10 11 8 sneer. With digital signal ...
...or THEATER 2). Each press switches the DVD/LD input between DVD/LD and DVD 5.1 channel. This receiver automatically detects and displays the format of the four (three on VSX-D508) digital input jacks. • Because the audio from a karaoke microphone and LD recorded with analog audio... button STATION: Press to "ANALOG". • This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32kHz, 44kHz, and 48kHz), and DTS (VSX-D608 only) digital signal formats. Use these , set SIGNAL SELECT to select the preset channel. VSX-D508 O 9 10 11 8 sneer. With digital signal ...
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...audio on sources marked op® ( ) or Q. THEATER 1 Adjusts the delay of the reflected sound to page 52. LL des 0` This receiver incorporates two surround modes for music or musical sources marked op® ( Rich ) or DRAMA Simulates the relaxed environment of a classic medium size... Pro Logic software. For more information about Dolby formats, refer to simulate the acoustic environment of program sources. ADVANCED THEATER modes (VSX-D608 only) MUSICAL Simulates the acoustic environment of a large European concert hall and is suitable for enjoyment of a variety of a medium...
...audio on sources marked op® ( ) or Q. THEATER 1 Adjusts the delay of the reflected sound to page 52. LL des 0` This receiver incorporates two surround modes for music or musical sources marked op® ( Rich ) or DRAMA Simulates the relaxed environment of a classic medium size... Pro Logic software. For more information about Dolby formats, refer to simulate the acoustic environment of program sources. ADVANCED THEATER modes (VSX-D608 only) MUSICAL Simulates the acoustic environment of a large European concert hall and is suitable for enjoyment of a variety of a medium...
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... not output from the digital output, set SIGNAL SELECT to "ANALOG". • This receiver can be switched to page 20, 21) can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32kHz, 44kHz, and 48kHz), DTS (VSX-D608 only) digital signal formats. Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input The input of the four... SIGNAL SELECT MG.117,1. SIGNAL SELECT ANALOG A SIGNAL SELECT DISTAL While SIGNAL SELECT is input. SELECT on the remote control or SIGNAL SELECT on VSX-D508) digital input jacks. • Because the audio from a karaoke microphone and LD recorded with analog audio only is played back with your DVD ...
... not output from the digital output, set SIGNAL SELECT to "ANALOG". • This receiver can be switched to page 20, 21) can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32kHz, 44kHz, and 48kHz), DTS (VSX-D608 only) digital signal formats. Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input The input of the four... SIGNAL SELECT MG.117,1. SIGNAL SELECT ANALOG A SIGNAL SELECT DISTAL While SIGNAL SELECT is input. SELECT on the remote control or SIGNAL SELECT on VSX-D508) digital input jacks. • Because the audio from a karaoke microphone and LD recorded with analog audio only is played back with your DVD ...
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D508) mode on the receiver. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to a digital signal which is required. C) Press FUNCTION to select the source component you need to make digital connections (Refer to switch the PO /DTS (VSX-D608) or DO (VSX- To prevent noise, you want to play. 2 ... the playback component. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound RECEIVER 5 3 2 CH, I'll, [EI 73 rTAT§III3 [vcRI MI DSE, MOW TEST • 57::' Pioneer 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of the playback procedure. (Refer to turn on . Refer to "DIGITAL"....
D508) mode on the receiver. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to a digital signal which is required. C) Press FUNCTION to select the source component you need to make digital connections (Refer to switch the PO /DTS (VSX-D608) or DO (VSX- To prevent noise, you want to play. 2 ... the playback component. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound RECEIVER 5 3 2 CH, I'll, [EI 73 rTAT§III3 [vcRI MI DSE, MOW TEST • 57::' Pioneer 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of the playback procedure. (Refer to turn on . Refer to "DIGITAL"....