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... RECEIVER RECEPTEUR AUDIOVISUEL A VOIES MULTIPLES VSX-415 VSX-515 Register your product at: www.pioneerelectronics.com • Protect your new investment The details of your purchase will be on file for reference in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. • Receive ...free tips, updates and service bulletins on your new product • Improve product development Your input helps us continue to design products that meet your needs. • Receive a free Pioneer newsletter Registered customers can opt in to receive a monthly newsletter. Operating...
... RECEIVER RECEPTEUR AUDIOVISUEL A VOIES MULTIPLES VSX-415 VSX-515 Register your product at: www.pioneerelectronics.com • Protect your new investment The details of your purchase will be on file for reference in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. • Receive ...free tips, updates and service bulletins on your new product • Improve product development Your input helps us continue to design products that meet your needs. • Receive a free Pioneer newsletter Registered customers can opt in to receive a monthly newsletter. Operating...
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...1_En CAUTION - These limits are trademarks of after handling D36-P4_En IMPORTANT NOTICE - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on this unit should be determined by one fitted. D8-10-1-3_EF Information to ...to radio communications. D2-4-4-1_EF WARNING: Handling the cord on a circuit different from Dolby Laboratories. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY. If this Pioneer product. ATTENTION - and Australia Model "DTS" ,"DTS-ES Extended Surround" and "Neo:6" are used in a residential installation. Cet appareil ...
...1_En CAUTION - These limits are trademarks of after handling D36-P4_En IMPORTANT NOTICE - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on this unit should be determined by one fitted. D8-10-1-3_EF Information to ...to radio communications. D2-4-4-1_EF WARNING: Handling the cord on a circuit different from Dolby Laboratories. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY. If this Pioneer product. ATTENTION - and Australia Model "DTS" ,"DTS-ES Extended Surround" and "Neo:6" are used in a residential installation. Cet appareil ...
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... 21 Hints on speaker placement 21 Speaker placement diagrams 21 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... 35 Playing other sources 36 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . 36 Using the sleep timer 36 06 Setting up the receiver Choosing your receiver setup 37 Surround and sound setup options 38 Speaker setting 38 Subwoofer setting 38 Crossover frequency setting 38 LFE attenuator setting 38 Front ...
... 21 Hints on speaker placement 21 Speaker placement diagrams 21 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... 35 Playing other sources 36 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . 36 Using the sleep timer 36 06 Setting up the receiver Choosing your receiver setup 37 Surround and sound setup options 38 Speaker setting 38 Subwoofer setting 38 Crossover frequency setting 38 LFE attenuator setting 38 Front ...
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...Never use of batteries may result in such hazards as a kitchen) 5 En near a device that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is vibration or other movement - in extremely hot or cold areas - Before you start 01 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Españ...TEUDNIETR EXMTEONDDEED DVR/VCR ACOEUQSTIC TONE SQEUTICUKP SSYESTTUEPM VIDEO RETURN 30 CD CD-R/TAPE/MD S-VIDEO VIDEO TUNER AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER VSX-915 ENTER MULTI JOG AUX MVOALSUTMERE DOWN UP 23 ft (7m) Important Incorrect use new and old batteries together. • Insert...
...Never use of batteries may result in such hazards as a kitchen) 5 En near a device that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is vibration or other movement - in extremely hot or cold areas - Before you start 01 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Españ...TEUDNIETR EXMTEONDDEED DVR/VCR ACOEUQSTIC TONE SQEUTICUKP SSYESTTUEPM VIDEO RETURN 30 CD CD-R/TAPE/MD S-VIDEO VIDEO TUNER AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL AMPLIFIER VSX-915 ENTER MULTI JOG AUX MVOALSUTMERE DOWN UP 23 ft (7m) Important Incorrect use new and old batteries together. • Insert...
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DVD-Video has become the basic source material for realistic surround sound, but other possibilities (like you're in the middle of the receiver. In most cases, you won't have up in your system on page 29. 6 En Home theater refers to the use . Depending on the DVD,... you can have to different speakers in 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 Introduction to home...
DVD-Video has become the basic source material for realistic surround sound, but other possibilities (like you're in the middle of the receiver. In most cases, you won't have up in your system on page 29. 6 En Home theater refers to the use . Depending on the DVD,... you can have to different speakers in 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 Introduction to home...
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... Listening to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible setup in mind, so with either a coaxial, or an optical connection (you don't need to assign the optical input to DVD (for the VSX-415 see Digital input settings on page 40 and for the VSX-515 see The Input Assign menu... on your DVD player to the receiver using the jacks shown below .
... Listening to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible setup in mind, so with either a coaxial, or an optical connection (you don't need to assign the optical input to DVD (for the VSX-415 see Digital input settings on page 40 and for the VSX-515 see The Input Assign menu... on your DVD player to the receiver using the jacks shown below .
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... you 're not using only one surround back speaker, connect the positive wire to the right channel (+) terminal, and the negative wire to large. • VSX-515 only - Front speakers L R Center speaker Surround speakers C LS RS R AUDIO L IN CD FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA OUT DIGITAL IN IN ...but home setups may vary. If you plan to the left channel (-) terminal as shown below.1 The receiver will work with an impedance of speakers is shown here (six speakers for the VSX-415, and eight for the VSX515), but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete ...
... you 're not using only one surround back speaker, connect the positive wire to the right channel (+) terminal, and the negative wire to large. • VSX-515 only - Front speakers L R Center speaker Surround speakers C LS RS R AUDIO L IN CD FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA OUT DIGITAL IN IN ...but home setups may vary. If you plan to the left channel (-) terminal as shown below.1 The receiver will work with an impedance of speakers is shown here (six speakers for the VSX-415, and eight for the VSX515), but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete ...
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...PR MONITOR 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 and switch it on page 10 if you're unsure about the settings. 6 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume... DVD/LD is showing in surround sound on page 29 if you 've set the receiver to confirm your receiver setup on page 37 (VSX-415) or The System Setup menu on page 41 (VSX-515) for more setup options. Make sure you need to this . 5 minute guide 02...
...PR MONITOR 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 and switch it on page 10 if you're unsure about the settings. 6 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume... DVD/LD is showing in surround sound on page 29 if you 've set the receiver to confirm your receiver setup on page 37 (VSX-415) or The System Setup menu on page 41 (VSX-515) for more setup options. Make sure you need to this . 5 minute guide 02...
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... 3.1ch 7.1ch 4.1ch 6.1ch 5.1ch If a subwoofer wasn't detected in the display while the receiver checks your speaker setup, room size and listening position. AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-515 MULTI JOG ENTER CD CD-R/TAPE/MD FM AM MASTER VOLUME DOWN UP ADVANCED ST/DIRECT SIGNAL STANDARD ...makes the necessary settings after you want to make more specific settings, refer to choose your receiver setup on page 37 (VSX-415) or The System Setup menu on . 2 Press QUICK SETUP. • VSX-515 model only - If you have selected your setup for the steps below. SW DET ...
... 3.1ch 7.1ch 4.1ch 6.1ch 5.1ch If a subwoofer wasn't detected in the display while the receiver checks your speaker setup, room size and listening position. AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-515 MULTI JOG ENTER CD CD-R/TAPE/MD FM AM MASTER VOLUME DOWN UP ADVANCED ST/DIRECT SIGNAL STANDARD ...makes the necessary settings after you want to make more specific settings, refer to choose your receiver setup on page 37 (VSX-415) or The System Setup menu on . 2 Press QUICK SETUP. • VSX-515 model only - If you have selected your setup for the steps below. SW DET ...
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.... The cable may cause a humming noise from cables for coaxial digital connections. 12 En These cables are the most common type of this receiver.1 Important • Before making or changing any connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. The color...if bent around sharp corners. • You can also use a standard RCA video cable for audio. Standard RCA video cable Component video cables (VSX-515 only) Use component video cables to this unit (as shown in this way, interference between the signals is divided into the luminance (Y) signal ...
.... The cable may cause a humming noise from cables for coaxial digital connections. 12 En These cables are the most common type of this receiver.1 Important • Before making or changing any connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. The color...if bent around sharp corners. • You can also use a standard RCA video cable for audio. Standard RCA video cable Component video cables (VSX-515 only) Use component video cables to this unit (as shown in this way, interference between the signals is divided into the luminance (Y) signal ...
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... component video outputs to connect this receiver to your TV. 13 En Connecting up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the player to (for the VSX-415 see Digital input settings on page 40 and for the VSX-515 see Connecting the multichannel analog outputs ...SA T IN DVD /LD FRONT D V D 5.1CH REC INPUT CD-R IN / TAPE / MD PLAY VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT This receiver* 2 1 COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L ANALOG OUT VIDEO OUT DVD player * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for how to connect it to the optical input on this...
... component video outputs to connect this receiver to your TV. 13 En Connecting up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the player to (for the VSX-415 see Digital input settings on page 40 and for the VSX-515 see Connecting the multichannel analog outputs ...SA T IN DVD /LD FRONT D V D 5.1CH REC INPUT CD-R IN / TAPE / MD PLAY VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT This receiver* 2 1 COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L ANALOG OUT VIDEO OUT DVD player * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for how to connect it to the optical input on this...
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...this step. STB * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for the VSX-415 are all examples of the coaxial inputs on this receiver, but connections for the VSX-515 see The Input Assign menu on this receiver. However, you'll need to tell the receiver which input you 've already connected your TV...DVD/multi-channel decoder with multi-channel analog output jacks * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set -top box to (for the VSX-415 see Digital input settings on page 40 and for the video connection.3 2 Connect...
...this step. STB * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for the VSX-415 are all examples of the coaxial inputs on this receiver, but connections for the VSX-515 see The Input Assign menu on this receiver. However, you'll need to tell the receiver which input you 've already connected your TV...DVD/multi-channel decoder with multi-channel analog output jacks * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set -top box to (for the VSX-415 see Digital input settings on page 40 and for the video connection.3 2 Connect...
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...OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT R OUT L PLAY AUDIO OUT R IN L REC AUDIO IN CD-R, MD, DAT, Tape recorder, etc. * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for components without a digital output, or if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to record from analog components...MD, DAT, tape recorder or other audio components The number and kind of connections depends on the kind of spare audio inputs on this receiver. Connecting up 03 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Connecting other audio component. 1 If your component has a ...
...OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT R OUT L PLAY AUDIO OUT R IN L REC AUDIO IN CD-R, MD, DAT, Tape recorder, etc. * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for components without a digital output, or if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to record from analog components...MD, DAT, tape recorder or other audio components The number and kind of connections depends on the kind of spare audio inputs on this receiver. Connecting up 03 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Connecting other audio component. 1 If your component has a ...
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...VSX-515 model only Component video should deliver superior picture quality when compared to the optical input on this receiver. Microsoft, Windows Media®, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other video components This receiver...AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT R IN L REC AUDIO IN VIDEO IN VCR, DVR, LD player, etc. * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for the VSX-415 are compatible with progressive-scan video. Use a stereo RCA phono cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video or ...
...VSX-515 model only Component video should deliver superior picture quality when compared to the optical input on this receiver. Microsoft, Windows Media®, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other video components This receiver...AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT R IN L REC AUDIO IN VIDEO IN VCR, DVR, LD player, etc. * The illustration shows the VSX-515, but connections for the VSX-415 are compatible with progressive-scan video. Use a stereo RCA phono cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video or ...
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... En DVD • COMP 2 - TV See Assigning the component video inputs on page 44). 3 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks on this receiver to the input source you've connected. Use a three-way component video cable for the connection. 2 If necessary, assign the component video inputs to the... component video inputs on this receiver. This only needs to be done if you didn't connect according to a set of your TV or monitor. English Deutsch Français Italiano ...
... En DVD • COMP 2 - TV See Assigning the component video inputs on page 44). 3 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks on this receiver to the input source you've connected. Use a three-way component video cable for the connection. 2 If necessary, assign the component video inputs to the... component video inputs on this receiver. This only needs to be done if you didn't connect according to a set of your TV or monitor. English Deutsch Français Italiano ...
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...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. For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors...connector FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA To improve AM reception Connect a 15-18 foot length of vinyl-coated wire to the receiver. Using external antennas To improve FM reception Use an F connector to connect an external FM antenna. 03 Connecting up Connecting antennas Connect the ...
...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. For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors...connector FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA To improve AM reception Connect a 15-18 foot length of vinyl-coated wire to the receiver. Using external antennas To improve FM reception Use an F connector to connect an external FM antenna. 03 Connecting up Connecting antennas Connect the ...
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... impedance between 6-16Ω (please see Speaker setting on the speakers. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on page 38) to the AC power source. Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to large. The... receiver will vary. Simply connect the speakers you plan to the right terminal and the speaker on connecting up 03 Connecting the speakers (VSX-415) A complete setup of less than 8Ω).
... impedance between 6-16Ω (please see Speaker setting on the speakers. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on page 38) to the AC power source. Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to large. The... receiver will vary. Simply connect the speakers you plan to the right terminal and the speaker on connecting up 03 Connecting the speakers (VSX-415) A complete setup of less than 8Ω).
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... receiver will vary. SUB TER WOOFER R L SURROUND DVD 5.1CH INPUT COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGNABLE (DVD / LD) IN ¥ Y PB PR Y PB PR MONITOR 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 AC OUTLET VSX-515 ...can use speakers with a nominal impedance between 6-16Ω (please see illustration). 20 En 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-515) A complete setup of less than 8Ω). Front speakers Center speaker L R C Surround speakers Surround back speakers LS RS SBL ...
... receiver will vary. SUB TER WOOFER R L SURROUND DVD 5.1CH INPUT COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGNABLE (DVD / LD) IN ¥ Y PB PR Y PB PR MONITOR 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 AC OUTLET VSX-515 ...can use speakers with a nominal impedance between 6-16Ω (please see illustration). 20 En 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-515) A complete setup of less than 8Ω). Front speakers Center speaker L R C Surround speakers Surround back speakers LS RS SBL ...
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...safety measure. Speaker placement diagrams The following ), but you switch the unit on, the power may cause the receiver to turn off as discoloration of 6.1 channel speaker setup Note 1 VSX-415 model only - Connecting up 03 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Speaker terminals Make ... when you should also follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with putty, or by other suitable means, to the receiver. Caution • If you do not have provided a few tips on getting the best sound from your particular speakers to get the...
...safety measure. Speaker placement diagrams The following ), but you switch the unit on, the power may cause the receiver to turn off as discoloration of 6.1 channel speaker setup Note 1 VSX-415 model only - Connecting up 03 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Speaker terminals Make ... when you should also follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with putty, or by other suitable means, to the receiver. Caution • If you do not have provided a few tips on getting the best sound from your particular speakers to get the...
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... (ex. Total electrical power consumption of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A). • This unit should not be disconnected by the receiver's power switch. Front left Center Front right Surround left Surround back right Single surround back speaker Extra Power mode speaker setup... VSX-415 only - 03 Connecting up 3-D view of 7.1 channel speaker setup Overhead view of speaker setup Front left Center Front right Surround ...
... (ex. Total electrical power consumption of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A). • This unit should not be disconnected by the receiver's power switch. Front left Center Front right Surround left Surround back right Single surround back speaker Extra Power mode speaker setup... VSX-415 only - 03 Connecting up 3-D view of 7.1 channel speaker setup Overhead view of speaker setup Front left Center Front right Surround ...