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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D711 VSX-D811S Operating Instructions XRB3013A.01.06 1 01.12.12, 4:40 PM
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D711 VSX-D811S Operating Instructions XRB3013A.01.06 1 01.12.12, 4:40 PM
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...reception 19 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711 20 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S 21 A and B speaker systems 22 Speaker terminals 22 Hints on speaker placement 22 Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only 24 AC outlet 25 Operating other Pioneer components .......... 25 4 Controls ...36 Selecting the multi-channel analog inputs ... 37 6 Setting up your receiver Choosing your receiver setup 38 Speaker setting 39 Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only 40 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) ....... 40 Subwoofer setting 40 Crossover frequency setting 40 LFE attenuator...
...reception 19 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711 20 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S 21 A and B speaker systems 22 Speaker terminals 22 Hints on speaker placement 22 Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only 24 AC outlet 25 Operating other Pioneer components .......... 25 4 Controls ...36 Selecting the multi-channel analog inputs ... 37 6 Setting up your receiver Choosing your receiver setup 38 Speaker setting 39 Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only 40 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) ....... 40 Subwoofer setting 40 Crossover frequency setting 40 LFE attenuator...
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...Do not place objects directly on a rack, shelf, etc., be sure to leave more than 8 inches (20 cm.) of space above the receiver. This prevents proper heat dispersal. • When installing on top of this unit may cause a humming noise from the speakers. 01 Before you ...• FM wire antenna • Dry cell batteries x 2 (AA size IEC R6P) • Remote control • These operating instructions Installing the receiver Please note the following precautions: • Never use new and old batteries together. • Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according...
...Do not place objects directly on a rack, shelf, etc., be sure to leave more than 8 inches (20 cm.) of space above the receiver. This prevents proper heat dispersal. • When installing on top of this unit may cause a humming noise from the speakers. 01 Before you ...• FM wire antenna • Dry cell batteries x 2 (AA size IEC R6P) • Remote control • These operating instructions Installing the receiver Please note the following precautions: • Never use new and old batteries together. • Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according...
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... you feel like listening to a CD with multi-channel surround sound) are probably used to home theater systems that give you the feeling of the receiver. In most cases, you 're in the middle of them being there'. The surround sound you get from one disc, all of the action ...or concert. This receiver will automatically decode Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround DVD-Video discs, according to your system. 5 minute guide 02 Introduction to home theater You are...
... you feel like listening to a CD with multi-channel surround sound) are probably used to home theater systems that give you the feeling of the receiver. In most cases, you 're in the middle of them being there'. The surround sound you get from one disc, all of the action ...or concert. This receiver will automatically decode Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround DVD-Video discs, according to your system. 5 minute guide 02 Introduction to home theater You are...
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...) ¥ This receiver* DVD IN / LD FRONT IN D V D ANTENNA5.1CIN H REC INPUT CD-R AM IN / TAPE LOOP / MD FM UNBAL IN 75 Ω IN IN IN R AUDIO DIGITAL IN COAX OPT ASSIGNABLE AUX DVD 5.1CH INPUT CENTER SUB W. In most cases, you 'll want to hook up for the VSX-D811S are the... same. 8 En XRB3013A.07.12 8 01.12.12, 4:41 PM Optical cable Note: If you should have your system hooked up using an optical cable, you hook up your receiver to the TV using a optical cable, see Optical input...
...) ¥ This receiver* DVD IN / LD FRONT IN D V D ANTENNA5.1CIN H REC INPUT CD-R AM IN / TAPE LOOP / MD FM UNBAL IN 75 Ω IN IN IN R AUDIO DIGITAL IN COAX OPT ASSIGNABLE AUX DVD 5.1CH INPUT CENTER SUB W. In most cases, you 'll want to hook up for the VSX-D811S are the... same. 8 En XRB3013A.07.12 8 01.12.12, 4:41 PM Optical cable Note: If you should have your system hooked up using an optical cable, you hook up your receiver to the TV using a optical cable, see Optical input...
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... 8 Ω to the right terminal and the speaker on your TV. CD (DVD/ LD)¥ (CD) ø (TV / SAT) ¥ S - The receiver will vary. Front Speakers L R Center Speaker C Surround Speakers SL SR Use speakers with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but everyone... complete setup of speakers is shown here (six speakers (including the subwoofer) for the VSXD711, and eight (also including the subwoofer) for the VSX-D811S), but using the speaker on your speakers. IN ANTENNA IN AM LOOP FM UNBAL IN 75 ‰ IN IN IN R AUDIO DIGITAL IN COAX...
... 8 Ω to the right terminal and the speaker on your TV. CD (DVD/ LD)¥ (CD) ø (TV / SAT) ¥ S - The receiver will vary. Front Speakers L R Center Speaker C Surround Speakers SL SR Use speakers with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but everyone... complete setup of speakers is shown here (six speakers (including the subwoofer) for the VSXD711, and eight (also including the subwoofer) for the VSX-D811S), but using the speaker on your speakers. IN ANTENNA IN AM LOOP FM UNBAL IN 75 ‰ IN IN IN R AUDIO DIGITAL IN COAX...
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...to your selection. Also make sure that DVD/LD is showing in the receiver and switch it on, followed by your DVD player, your TV to this receiver. If it should already be set to Standard (it isn't, press DVD.../LD on the remote control to set the receiver to the DVD input. 5 Press QUICK SETUP on the front panel to specify your speaker ... sound options you may only get digital 2 channel stereo and analog sound. 5 minute guide 02 4 Plug in the receiver's display, indicating that came with the TV if you don't know how to do this) if you need to do...
...to your selection. Also make sure that DVD/LD is showing in the receiver and switch it on, followed by your DVD player, your TV to this receiver. If it should already be set to Standard (it isn't, press DVD.../LD on the remote control to set the receiver to the DVD input. 5 Press QUICK SETUP on the front panel to specify your speaker ... sound options you may only get digital 2 channel stereo and analog sound. 5 minute guide 02 4 Plug in the receiver's display, indicating that came with the TV if you don't know how to do this) if you need to do...
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... ch* √ √ √ (2 speakers) 7.1 ch* √ √ √ (2 speakers) √ * VSX-D811S only 4 Press ENTER. The display prompts you have selected. 12 En XRB3013A.07.12 12 01.12.12, 4:41 PM The receiver automatically makes the necessary settings after you to select your room size. 5 Use the the...MULTI JOG ENTER INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME DOWN UP R 1 If the receiver is off, press STANDBY/ ON to turn the power on pages 38-43. Center 10 ft. L 12 ft. 10 ft. 9 ft. 7 ft. * VSX-D811S only 6 Press ENTER to confirm your speakers from the listening position, ...
... ch* √ √ √ (2 speakers) 7.1 ch* √ √ √ (2 speakers) √ * VSX-D811S only 4 Press ENTER. The display prompts you have selected. 12 En XRB3013A.07.12 12 01.12.12, 4:41 PM The receiver automatically makes the necessary settings after you to select your room size. 5 Use the the...MULTI JOG ENTER INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME DOWN UP R 1 If the receiver is off, press STANDBY/ ON to turn the power on pages 38-43. Center 10 ft. L 12 ft. 10 ft. 9 ft. 7 ft. * VSX-D811S only 6 Press ENTER to confirm your speakers from the listening position, ...
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...output. Be sure to VIDEO. R L VIDEO Component video cords Use component video cords to get clearer picture reproduction than regular video cords. In this receiver. Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), and the yellow plugs to insert completely. Connect from an S-video jack ...on the rear of the receiver to the component video jacks on the video component you are hooking up . S-video cables Use S-video cables (not supplied) to get the ...
...output. Be sure to VIDEO. R L VIDEO Component video cords Use component video cords to get clearer picture reproduction than regular video cords. In this receiver. Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), and the yellow plugs to insert completely. Connect from an S-video jack ...on the rear of the receiver to the component video jacks on the video component you are hooking up . S-video cables Use S-video cables (not supplied) to get the ...
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...digital output jack which is to connect the front panel optical input on the rear panel (two coaxial inputs and a optical input) and the VSX-D811S has four (two coaxial inputs and two optical inputs). CD (DVD/ LD)¥ (CD) ø (TV / SAT) ¥ S - The... has three digital inputs on the VSX-D811S. Connect your equipment, always make direct digital recordings with like (for surround sound is marked DIGITAL OUT. There is one type of digital terminal, it is disconnected from the component to coaxial input on the receiver). The arrows indicate the direction of matching ...
...digital output jack which is to connect the front panel optical input on the rear panel (two coaxial inputs and a optical input) and the VSX-D811S has four (two coaxial inputs and two optical inputs). CD (DVD/ LD)¥ (CD) ø (TV / SAT) ¥ S - The... has three digital inputs on the VSX-D811S. Connect your equipment, always make direct digital recordings with like (for surround sound is marked DIGITAL OUT. There is one type of digital terminal, it is disconnected from the component to coaxial input on the receiver). The arrows indicate the direction of matching ...
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.../MD Deck OUTPUT L R REC PLAY L R IN ANTENNA IN DIGIT ASSI AUX DVD 5.1CH INPUT CENTER SUB W. You must also hook up four plugs to the receiver (a set of stereo inputs and a set of stereo plugs. CD AM LOOP FM UNBAL IN 75 ‰ IN IN VCR / DVR R SURROUND L IN TV / SA...
.../MD Deck OUTPUT L R REC PLAY L R IN ANTENNA IN DIGIT ASSI AUX DVD 5.1CH INPUT CENTER SUB W. You must also hook up four plugs to the receiver (a set of stereo inputs and a set of stereo plugs. CD AM LOOP FM UNBAL IN 75 ‰ IN IN VCR / DVR R SURROUND L IN TV / SA...
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The arrows indicate the direction of this receiver. CD (DVD/ LD)¥ (CD) ø (TV / SAT) ¥ S - DVD/multi-channel decoder with multi-channel analog outputs to SB 1ch IN. XRB3013A... PR (T V / SAT)IN ø FRROFNTROSUNRRROTUND CENTER SURROUND SURROUND R SURROUND BACK L OUTRPSUURTROUND L OUTRPUFRTONT BACK OUTPUT L L L L SUB WOOFER OUTPUT AC OUTLET R R BR CENTER OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT VSX-D811S DVD/multi-channel decoder with 7.1 channel analog output jacks • The multi-channel input can connect a decoder or a DVD player with 5.1 channel analog output jacks...
The arrows indicate the direction of this receiver. CD (DVD/ LD)¥ (CD) ø (TV / SAT) ¥ S - DVD/multi-channel decoder with multi-channel analog outputs to SB 1ch IN. XRB3013A... PR (T V / SAT)IN ø FRROFNTROSUNRRROTUND CENTER SURROUND SURROUND R SURROUND BACK L OUTRPSUURTROUND L OUTRPUFRTONT BACK OUTPUT L L L L SUB WOOFER OUTPUT AC OUTLET R R BR CENTER OUTPUT VIDEO OUTPUT VSX-D811S DVD/multi-channel decoder with 7.1 channel analog output jacks • The multi-channel input can connect a decoder or a DVD player with 5.1 channel analog output jacks...
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... is also a good idea to the front panel video terminal Front video connections are standard audio/video jacks as well as an S-video jack (the VSX-D811S also has an optical input jack). With digital video components (like a DVD player), you made the rear panel connections. VIDEO MONITOR OUT VCR /... PREOUT CENTER R FRON TV (monitor) Connecting to hook up the same way you must use the connections shown on the rear of the receiver instead of connection. There are accessed via the front panel input selector as shown below. The arrows indicate the direction of the signal.
... is also a good idea to the front panel video terminal Front video connections are standard audio/video jacks as well as an S-video jack (the VSX-D811S also has an optical input jack). With digital video components (like a DVD player), you made the rear panel connections. VIDEO MONITOR OUT VCR /... PREOUT CENTER R FRON TV (monitor) Connecting to hook up the same way you must use the connections shown on the rear of the receiver instead of connection. There are accessed via the front panel input selector as shown below. The arrows indicate the direction of the signal.
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...8486; 75 Ω coaxial cable FM ANTENNA To improve AM reception Connect a 15-18 feet length of vinyl-coated wire to the receiver. For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors. AM loop antenna Assemble the antenna and connect to the AM antenna terminal without disconnecting...connectors Twist the exposed wire strands together and insert into the hole, then snap the connector shut. 3/8 in the direction that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external...
...8486; 75 Ω coaxial cable FM ANTENNA To improve AM reception Connect a 15-18 feet length of vinyl-coated wire to the receiver. For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors. AM loop antenna Assemble the antenna and connect to the AM antenna terminal without disconnecting...connectors Twist the exposed wire strands together and insert into the hole, then snap the connector shut. 3/8 in the direction that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external...
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...PR (T V / SAT)IN ø R SURROUND L PREOUT CENTER R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D711 TV INPUT Powered subwoofer Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to large. The receiver will work with a nominal impedance of six speakers (including the subwoofer) is best. IN ANTENNA IN...(TV / SAT) ¥ S - 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711) A complete setup of 8 Ω to the left to 16 Ω. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT ...
...PR (T V / SAT)IN ø R SURROUND L PREOUT CENTER R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D711 TV INPUT Powered subwoofer Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to large. The receiver will work with a nominal impedance of six speakers (including the subwoofer) is best. IN ANTENNA IN...(TV / SAT) ¥ S - 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711) A complete setup of 8 Ω to the left to 16 Ω. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT ...
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Connecting up 03 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S) A complete setup of 8 Ω to 16 Ω. Simply connect the speakers you have in the diagram) but everyone's home setup will vary. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on page 39) to large...IN / TAPE / MD PLAY L MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT IN TV/ SAT DVD / IN LD CONTROL OUT E A KA E R S R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D811S Subwoofer (passive) INPUT Powered subwoofer XRB3013A.13.25 21 TV Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to the left terminal. If...
Connecting up 03 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S) A complete setup of 8 Ω to 16 Ω. Simply connect the speakers you have in the diagram) but everyone's home setup will vary. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on page 39) to large...IN / TAPE / MD PLAY L MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT IN TV/ SAT DVD / IN LD CONTROL OUT E A KA E R S R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D811S Subwoofer (passive) INPUT Powered subwoofer XRB3013A.13.25 21 TV Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to the left terminal. If...
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...TV picture, move 22 the speakers farther away from the TV. • When placing speakers near a wall; A and B speaker systems The receiver has two speaker systems: A and B. Hints on speaker placement Speakers are usually designed with your TV. Connect the positive wire to the right channel...is unnecessary. • If you are designed to prevent possible interference, such as a safety measure. A is switched on stands to the receiver. No sound will be placed on . Some are using magnetically shielded speakers to be floorstanding, while others should be placed near the TV,...
...TV picture, move 22 the speakers farther away from the TV. • When placing speakers near a wall; A and B speaker systems The receiver has two speaker systems: A and B. Hints on speaker placement Speakers are usually designed with your TV. Connect the positive wire to the right channel...is unnecessary. • If you are designed to prevent possible interference, such as a safety measure. A is switched on stands to the receiver. No sound will be placed on . Some are using magnetically shielded speakers to be floorstanding, while others should be placed near the TV,...
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Always make sure that are connected directly to the receiver. • If you're not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker setting on page 39) to every channel. VSX-D811S IN ANTENNA IN OPT AUX (TV/ SAT) ¥ (/CTDA-PREC/ Dø / MD) OPT DIGITAL IN ASSIGNABLE ... additional amplifiers to large. 24 En XRB3013A.13.25 24 01.12.12, 4:43 PM 03 Connecting up Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only) This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, however it is switched off and unplugged from the pre-outs, disconnect any ...
Always make sure that are connected directly to the receiver. • If you're not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker setting on page 39) to every channel. VSX-D811S IN ANTENNA IN OPT AUX (TV/ SAT) ¥ (/CTDA-PREC/ Dø / MD) OPT DIGITAL IN ASSIGNABLE ... additional amplifiers to large. 24 En XRB3013A.13.25 24 01.12.12, 4:43 PM 03 Connecting up Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only) This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, however it is switched off and unplugged from the pre-outs, disconnect any ...
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...cord (optional), you find it with Î mark. 25 En 01.12.12, 4:43 PM XRB3013A.13.25 25 OUT CONTROL CONTROL IN OUT Receiver Other Pioneer products with high power consumption to the AC OUTLET in regular use (ex. AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W MAX 0.8 A MAX • Make sure ... cords. This can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. The remote control signals are not likely to the other Pioneer products with other Pioneer components at the receiver's remote sensor. DO NOT CONNECT A MONITOR, TV SET, HEATER, OR SIMILAR APPLIANCE TO THIS UNIT'S AC OUTLET. Do not...
...cord (optional), you find it with Î mark. 25 En 01.12.12, 4:43 PM XRB3013A.13.25 25 OUT CONTROL CONTROL IN OUT Receiver Other Pioneer products with high power consumption to the AC OUTLET in regular use (ex. AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W MAX 0.8 A MAX • Make sure ... cords. This can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. The remote control signals are not likely to the other Pioneer products with other Pioneer components at the receiver's remote sensor. DO NOT CONNECT A MONITOR, TV SET, HEATER, OR SIMILAR APPLIANCE TO THIS UNIT'S AC OUTLET. Do not...
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...Switches direct playback on and standby. 8 STATION (+/-) buttons (pages 46-47) Selects station presets when using the tuner. 2 STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is no sound output from the remote control. 4 ENTER 5 MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial The MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial performs a number of a ... 01.12.12, 4:43 PM 04 Controls and Displays Front panel 1 2 STANDBY STANDBY/ON PHONES 7 89 3 45 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER N∫m-Û≥,, MULTI JOG ENTER INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME DOWN UP R 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 STATION TUNER EDIT CLASS ...
...Switches direct playback on and standby. 8 STATION (+/-) buttons (pages 46-47) Selects station presets when using the tuner. 2 STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is no sound output from the remote control. 4 ENTER 5 MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial The MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial performs a number of a ... 01.12.12, 4:43 PM 04 Controls and Displays Front panel 1 2 STANDBY STANDBY/ON PHONES 7 89 3 45 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER N∫m-Û≥,, MULTI JOG ENTER INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME DOWN UP R 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 STATION TUNER EDIT CLASS ...