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...Checking what's in the box 5 Loading the batteries 5 Operating range of remote control unit 5 Installing the receiver 5 02 5 minute guide Introduction to home theater 6 Listening to Surround Sound 7 Using the Quick Setup 10 03 Connecting up Making cable connections 12 Analog audio cables 12 Digital audio ... AC outlet 22 04 Controls and displays Front panel 23 Display 25 VSX-515 model 25 VSX-415 model 25 Remote control 27 05 Listening to your system Auto playback 29 Listening in surround sound 29 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . 30 Listening in stereo 32 Choosing the ...
...Checking what's in the box 5 Loading the batteries 5 Operating range of remote control unit 5 Installing the receiver 5 02 5 minute guide Introduction to home theater 6 Listening to Surround Sound 7 Using the Quick Setup 10 03 Connecting up Making cable connections 12 Analog audio cables 12 Digital audio ... AC outlet 22 04 Controls and displays Front panel 23 Display 25 VSX-515 model 25 VSX-415 model 25 Remote control 27 05 Listening to your system Auto playback 29 Listening in surround sound 29 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . 30 Listening in stereo 32 Choosing the ...
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...also on the source and the sound settings of the receiver. The surround sound you get from one disc, all of the action or concert. In most cases, you many more options (such as surround sound) when listening to your speaker setup. This receiver will automatically decode Dolby Digital, DTS..., or Dolby Surround DVD-Video discs, according to soundtracks. 02 5 minute guide Chapter 2: 5 minute guide ...
...also on the source and the sound settings of the receiver. The surround sound you get from one disc, all of the action or concert. In most cases, you many more options (such as surround sound) when listening to your speaker setup. This receiver will automatically decode Dolby Digital, DTS..., or Dolby Surround DVD-Video discs, according to soundtracks. 02 5 minute guide Chapter 2: 5 minute guide ...
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... cord * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for surround sound in no time at all connections before connecting this with the following quick setup guide, you should have your TV. 5 minute guide 02 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Listening to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible...
... cord * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for surround sound in no time at all connections before connecting this with the following quick setup guide, you should have your TV. 5 minute guide 02 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Listening to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible...
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... OUT (T V / SAT)IN ø S R FRONT L CENTER R SURROUND BACK L R SURROUND L P E A SINGLE K SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL E R S VSX-515 Powered subwoofer SW INPUT Single surround back speaker AC OUTLET 4 Plug in the receiver's display, indicating that the DVD input is showing in the receiver and switch it should already be set -see Listening in surround sound on page 10 if you may only...
... OUT (T V / SAT)IN ø S R FRONT L CENTER R SURROUND BACK L R SURROUND L P E A SINGLE K SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL E R S VSX-515 Powered subwoofer SW INPUT Single surround back speaker AC OUTLET 4 Plug in the receiver's display, indicating that the DVD input is showing in the receiver and switch it should already be set -see Listening in surround sound on page 10 if you may only...
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SUB TER WOOFER R L SURROUND DVD 5.1CH INPUT S RF P E A K E R S FM wire antenna Connect the FM... MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT CEN- Using external antennas To improve FM reception Use an F connector to the receiver. Antenna snap connectors Twist the exposed wire strands together and insert into the hole, then snap the connector shut...disconnecting the supplied AM loop antenna. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas below . Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before ...
SUB TER WOOFER R L SURROUND DVD 5.1CH INPUT S RF P E A K E R S FM wire antenna Connect the FM... MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT CEN- Using external antennas To improve FM reception Use an F connector to the receiver. Antenna snap connectors Twist the exposed wire strands together and insert into the hole, then snap the connector shut...disconnecting the supplied AM loop antenna. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas below . Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before ...
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...negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.1 You can use speakers with an impedance of eight speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown below, but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround sound. Make sure you have ...in the diagram) but everyone's home setup will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the manner shown below. 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-515) A complete setup of less than 8Ω...
...negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.1 You can use speakers with an impedance of eight speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown below, but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround sound. Make sure you have ...in the diagram) but everyone's home setup will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the manner shown below. 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-515) A complete setup of less than 8Ω...
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... sure no exposed speaker wire is switched on. Caution • If you switch the unit on, the power may cause the receiver to turn off as shown below the TV so that the speaker manufacturer provided with putty, or by other suitable means, to ... the surround sound effect. • To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers (following illustrations show 6.1 and 7.1 channel speaker setups.1 3-D view of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord. To prevent the risk of 6.1 channel speaker setup Note 1 VSX-415 model...
... sure no exposed speaker wire is switched on. Caution • If you switch the unit on, the power may cause the receiver to turn off as shown below the TV so that the speaker manufacturer provided with putty, or by other suitable means, to ... the surround sound effect. • To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers (following illustrations show 6.1 and 7.1 channel speaker setups.1 3-D view of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord. To prevent the risk of 6.1 channel speaker setup Note 1 VSX-415 model...
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... 21 ADVANCED STEREO/ STANDARD SURROUND DIRECT SIGNAL SELECT VSB MODE 15 16 17 CLASS TUNING /STATION TUNER EDIT VSX-515 model 18 19 20 TONE...number of tasks. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers. 7 MASTER VOLUME 8 LISTENING MODE buttons ...receiver between the various Pro Logic II and Neo:6 options (page 29). 23 En Controls and displays 04 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 8 9 ADVANCED ST/DIRECT SIGNAL STANDARD SURR /AUTO SURR SELECT LISTENING MODE VSX-515...
... 21 ADVANCED STEREO/ STANDARD SURROUND DIRECT SIGNAL SELECT VSB MODE 15 16 17 CLASS TUNING /STATION TUNER EDIT VSX-515 model 18 19 20 TONE...number of tasks. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers. 7 MASTER VOLUME 8 LISTENING MODE buttons ...receiver between the various Pro Logic II and Neo:6 options (page 29). 23 En Controls and displays 04 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 8 9 ADVANCED ST/DIRECT SIGNAL STANDARD SURR /AUTO SURR SELECT LISTENING MODE VSX-515...
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... when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in use. Direct playback bypasses the tone controls and channel levels for the most accurate reproduction of a source. 7 AUTO SURR. (VSX-515 model only) Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (see Listening in surround sound on page 29 for each channel, the... maximum volume can range between -10 dB and -0 dB. 26 En SP A means the speakers are connected. 12 Character display 13 Neo:6 (VSX-515 model only) When the (STANDARD) Neo:6 mode of the receiver is on, this ...
... when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in use. Direct playback bypasses the tone controls and channel levels for the most accurate reproduction of a source. 7 AUTO SURR. (VSX-515 model only) Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (see Listening in surround sound on page 29 for each channel, the... maximum volume can range between -10 dB and -0 dB. 26 En SP A means the speakers are connected. 12 Character display 13 Neo:6 (VSX-515 model only) When the (STANDARD) Neo:6 mode of the receiver is on, this ...
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... the audio language or channel. TEST TONE Sounds the test tone when setting up the surround sound for DVD menus. 10 RECEIVER Use to switch to make dialog stand out when watching TV or a movie (page 35). page 37, VSX-515 - page 37, VSX-515 - page 41). 11 TUNER controls The ...receiver (page 40). If the signal is weak then switching to select an input signal (page 32). SIGNAL SELECT Use to mono will improve the sound quality (page 46). Press to your surround sound system (VSX-415 - Adjusts the channel levels (page 40). buttons can use these buttons to control a Pioneer...
... the audio language or channel. TEST TONE Sounds the test tone when setting up the surround sound for DVD menus. 10 RECEIVER Use to switch to make dialog stand out when watching TV or a movie (page 35). page 37, VSX-515 - page 37, VSX-515 - page 41). 11 TUNER controls The ...receiver (page 40). If the signal is weak then switching to select an input signal (page 32). SIGNAL SELECT Use to mono will improve the sound quality (page 46). Press to your surround sound system (VSX-415 - Adjusts the channel levels (page 40). buttons can use these buttons to control a Pioneer...
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... connect headphones or select the multichannel analog inputs. 2 VSX-515 model only - Auto playback VSX-515 model only There are many ways to listen back to music sources • 2 PRO LOGIC - 5.1 channel surround sound Note 1 • Stereo surround (matrix) formats are set to see Listening in surround sound Using this receiver, but for more on the source (for auto playback...
... connect headphones or select the multichannel analog inputs. 2 VSX-515 model only - Auto playback VSX-515 model only There are many ways to listen back to music sources • 2 PRO LOGIC - 5.1 channel surround sound Note 1 • Stereo surround (matrix) formats are set to see Listening in surround sound Using this receiver, but for more on the source (for auto playback...
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...MUSIC - 6.1 channel sound, especially suited to music sources VSX-515 model only - GAME - Allows you to hear 6.1 channel playback with the Extended mode switched ON, you press ADVANCED SURROUND when the headphones are also suited for 6.1 channel sources (like .2 RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT...different settings with mono soundtracks. • SPORTS - Note 1 During playback of additional surround sound effects. See above (only available when you may not get sound from left to right in your system VSX-515 model only: • 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE - MUSIC - This is suitable ...
...MUSIC - 6.1 channel sound, especially suited to music sources VSX-515 model only - GAME - Allows you to hear 6.1 channel playback with the Extended mode switched ON, you press ADVANCED SURROUND when the headphones are also suited for 6.1 channel sources (like .2 RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT...different settings with mono soundtracks. • SPORTS - Note 1 During playback of additional surround sound effects. See above (only available when you may not get sound from left to right in your system VSX-515 model only: • 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE - MUSIC - This is suitable ...
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...surround speakers for a wider stereo field than the Standard modes. • 6-STEREO (VSX-515) / 5-STEREO (VSX-415) - buttons to adjust other settings. Note 1 If the Extended mode is On or Off (default : Off). 3 Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust the setting. You can adjust: Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama.1 RECEIVER...can still get the effect of the surround sound balance from front to back, making it sound wider (higher settings) or narrower (lower settings). (This is adjustable between the front right and left speakers, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or ...
...surround speakers for a wider stereo field than the Standard modes. • 6-STEREO (VSX-515) / 5-STEREO (VSX-415) - buttons to adjust other settings. Note 1 If the Extended mode is On or Off (default : Off). 3 Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust the setting. You can adjust: Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama.1 RECEIVER...can still get the effect of the surround sound balance from front to back, making it sound wider (higher settings) or narrower (lower settings). (This is adjustable between the front right and left speakers, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or ...
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.../VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-515 MULTI JOG ENTER CD-R/TAPE/MD FM AM MASTER VOLUME RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT ATT INPUT SELECTOR DVD/LD DVD 5.1CH TV/SAT DVR/VCR CD-R/ CD TAPE/MD FM AM ADVANCED MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD SURROUND STEREO LOUDNESS TOP ...VSX-515 model only • Default setting: OFF The Dialog Enhancement feature localizes dialog in a TV or movie soundtrack. The Loudness listening feature can only use the tone controls when STEREO/DIRECT is selected. DIRECT will switch to STEREO when the tone controls are listening to, you to hear effective surround sound...
.../VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-515 MULTI JOG ENTER CD-R/TAPE/MD FM AM MASTER VOLUME RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT ATT INPUT SELECTOR DVD/LD DVD 5.1CH TV/SAT DVR/VCR CD-R/ CD TAPE/MD FM AM ADVANCED MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD SURROUND STEREO LOUDNESS TOP ...VSX-515 model only • Default setting: OFF The Dialog Enhancement feature localizes dialog in a TV or movie soundtrack. The Loudness listening feature can only use the tone controls when STEREO/DIRECT is selected. DIRECT will switch to STEREO when the tone controls are listening to, you to hear effective surround sound...
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... on the power of the playback component. 2 Turn on the power of the receiver. 3 Select the source you want to this receiver (page 14), you must select the analog multichannel inputs for surround sound playback. 1 RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT ATT INPUT SELECTOR DVD/LD DVD 5.1CH TV/SAT DVR/VCR... CD-R/ CD TAPE/MD FM AM ADVANCED MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD SURROUND STEREO LOUDNESS TOP MENU MENU 1 Press DVD 5.1 CH on the remote ...
... on the power of the playback component. 2 Turn on the power of the receiver. 3 Select the source you want to this receiver (page 14), you must select the analog multichannel inputs for surround sound playback. 1 RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT ATT INPUT SELECTOR DVD/LD DVD 5.1CH TV/SAT DVR/VCR... CD-R/ CD TAPE/MD FM AM ADVANCED MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD SURROUND STEREO LOUDNESS TOP MENU MENU 1 Press DVD 5.1 CH on the remote ...
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...• Subwoofer setting - CD-R/ CD TAPE/MD FM AM ADVANCED MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD SURROUND STEREO LOUDNESS TOP MENU SETUP MENU TUNER EXIT DVD ENTER RECEIVER CHSELECT VOLUME MUTE 1 Press RECEIVER on each of speakers you cycle through the display.1 • Speaker setting - ...8226; Crossover frequency setting - Setting up the receiver 06 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Chapter 6: Setting up the receiver VSX-415 model only Choosing your receiver setup For the best possible surround sound, complete the following the order below. You only...
...• Subwoofer setting - CD-R/ CD TAPE/MD FM AM ADVANCED MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD SURROUND STEREO LOUDNESS TOP MENU SETUP MENU TUNER EXIT DVD ENTER RECEIVER CHSELECT VOLUME MUTE 1 Press RECEIVER on each of speakers you cycle through the display.1 • Speaker setting - ...8226; Crossover frequency setting - Setting up the receiver 06 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Chapter 6: Setting up the receiver VSX-415 model only Choosing your receiver setup For the best possible surround sound, complete the following the order below. You only...
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..., it isn't necessary to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance. English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español The System Setup menu 07 Chapter 7: The System Setup menu VSX-515 model only Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu above. 2 Use / (...cursor left /right) to select the setting you 've connected to the digital and component video inputs (see Manual speaker setup below ). • X.OVER- RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT...
..., it isn't necessary to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance. English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español The System Setup menu 07 Chapter 7: The System Setup menu VSX-515 model only Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu above. 2 Use / (...cursor left /right) to select the setting you 've connected to the digital and component video inputs (see Manual speaker setup below ). • X.OVER- RECEIVER SLEEP FL DIMMER INPUT...
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...adjust the level after you can change the channel levels at low volumes. The receiver can set the distance. on selecting the speaker sizes, see Speaker setting above. 2 • If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter, take the readings from your main listening position ...as the test tone is emitted.2 5 When you 're having problems, the easiest option is output at any time by selecting SMALL for effective surround sound. 1 Select 'SP DISTN.' If you need to speaker and adjust individual channel levels. • T. Note 1 For more on the remote control...
...adjust the level after you can change the channel levels at low volumes. The receiver can set the distance. on selecting the speaker sizes, see Speaker setting above. 2 • If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter, take the readings from your main listening position ...as the test tone is emitted.2 5 When you 're having problems, the easiest option is output at any time by selecting SMALL for effective surround sound. 1 Select 'SP DISTN.' If you need to speaker and adjust individual channel levels. • T. Note 1 For more on the remote control...
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IN - This setting tells the receiver what you have connected the audio from the System Setup menu on page 16. 1 Select COMP. Assigning the component video inputs • Default settings: COMP 1 - 07 The System Setup menu Tip • For best surround sound, make settings in the Input... Assign menu if you connected to adjust then press ENTER. • DIG. IN from the System Setup menu. from the IN ASSIG. See Making receiver settings from the component to the corresponding inputs on...
IN - This setting tells the receiver what you have connected the audio from the System Setup menu on page 16. 1 Select COMP. Assigning the component video inputs • Default settings: COMP 1 - 07 The System Setup menu Tip • For best surround sound, make settings in the Input... Assign menu if you connected to adjust then press ENTER. • DIG. IN from the System Setup menu. from the IN ASSIG. See Making receiver settings from the component to the corresponding inputs on...
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... necessary when two languages need to choose the setting that you want . • LFEAT 0 - Only channel 2 is played • CH2 - See Making receiver settings from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / (cursor up/down) to be played. LFE Attenuator Setup • Default setting: ATT 0 dB Some Dolby... CH2 - Set the LFE attenuator as necessary to prevent the ultralow bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers. 1 Select LFE ATT from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / (cursor up /down ) to surround sound at higher volume). • MID - Dual mono is not widely used, but is reduced ...
... necessary when two languages need to choose the setting that you want . • LFEAT 0 - Only channel 2 is played • CH2 - See Making receiver settings from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / (cursor up/down) to be played. LFE Attenuator Setup • Default setting: ATT 0 dB Some Dolby... CH2 - Set the LFE attenuator as necessary to prevent the ultralow bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers. 1 Select LFE ATT from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / (cursor up /down ) to surround sound at higher volume). • MID - Dual mono is not widely used, but is reduced ...