Owner's Manual
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Owner's Manual
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...the Audio options 33 Choosing the input signal 36 Using the headphone 36 05 The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu 37 Manual speaker setup 37 Speaker setting 38 Crossover network 39 Channel level 39 Speaker distance 39 The Input Assign menu 40 The Pre Out ... 27 Auto playback 28 Listening in surround sound 28 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 29 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to station presets 42 Naming preset stations 42 07 Making recordings Making an...
...the Audio options 33 Choosing the input signal 36 Using the headphone 36 05 The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu 37 Manual speaker setup 37 Speaker setting 38 Crossover network 39 Channel level 39 Speaker distance 39 The Input Assign menu 40 The Pre Out ... 27 Auto playback 28 Listening in surround sound 28 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 29 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to station presets 42 Naming preset stations 42 07 Making recordings Making an...
Owner's Manual
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...8226; Loading the batteries (page 7) 2 Connecting the speakers Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. Check the manual that came with an abundance of functions and terminals. The colors of the steps indicate the following the procedure below for the best surround sound...; Setting the Up Mix function (page 33) • Setting the Audio options (page 33) • Choosing the input signal (page 36) • Manual speaker setup (page 37) 6 En It can connect only one of either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker. 3 Connecting the ...
...8226; Loading the batteries (page 7) 2 Connecting the speakers Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. Check the manual that came with an abundance of functions and terminals. The colors of the steps indicate the following the procedure below for the best surround sound...; Setting the Up Mix function (page 33) • Setting the Audio options (page 33) • Choosing the input signal (page 36) • Manual speaker setup (page 37) 6 En It can connect only one of either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker. 3 Connecting the ...
Owner's Manual
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... IN 1 (BD) ASSIGNABLE 12 Important • If you connect any source component to tell the receiver which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. See the manuals that you must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog...
... IN 1 (BD) ASSIGNABLE 12 Important • If you connect any source component to tell the receiver which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. See the manuals that you must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog...
Owner's Manual
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... is possible to check on your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. When using a surround back speaker, 2D is now selected). 2 If you need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 36). 3 • You may need to check the digital audio output settings on the front panel...
... is possible to check on your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. When using a surround back speaker, 2D is now selected). 2 If you need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 36). 3 • You may need to check the digital audio output settings on the front panel...
Owner's Manual
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... create a wider stereo effect with an HDMI cable. If you find the automatically set delay time unsuitable, set to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. Only when listening to 2-channel sources in DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT mode. You can change the MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS options at any time by using a center speaker...
... create a wider stereo effect with an HDMI cable. If you find the automatically set delay time unsuitable, set to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. Only when listening to 2-channel sources in DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT mode. You can change the MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS options at any time by using a center speaker...
Owner's Manual
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... DTS signals. Selects an HDMI signal. The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are off (see page 12). For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is heard from the headphone can be selected.2 When set to 192 kHz sampling frequencies), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-EXPRESS...
... DTS signals. Selects an HDMI signal. The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are off (see page 12). For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is heard from the headphone can be selected.2 When set to 192 kHz sampling frequencies), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-EXPRESS...
Owner's Manual
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... 5: The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu The following section shows you how to make these settings once (unless you 've connected (see Manual speaker setup below ). • X.OVER - Specify what you 're using the receiver...
... 5: The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu The following section shows you how to make these settings once (unless you 've connected (see Manual speaker setup below ). • X.OVER - Specify what you 're using the receiver...
Owner's Manual
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... TEST TONE. Use / to switch speakers. Frequencies below the cutoff point will be sent to select a setup option. • T. Move the test tone manually from speaker to speaker automatically. 3 Confirm your system, you are connected: L FHL C FHR R SR SL SW Adjust the...
... TEST TONE. Use / to switch speakers. Frequencies below the cutoff point will be sent to select a setup option. • T. Move the test tone manually from speaker to speaker automatically. 3 Confirm your system, you are connected: L FHL C FHR R SR SL SW Adjust the...
Owner's Manual
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... stored in the FM MONO mode, it shows as ST when recalled. 41 En This saves the effort of manually tuning in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. Release the button at a time, press TUNE /. see Saving station presets below for... 3 DISP Note 1 • If the receiver is weak, press the BAND button to select FM MONO and set the receiver to the mono reception mode. Manual tuning To change the BAND (FM or AM), if necessary. Once you are three ways to do this : Automatic tuning To search for stations in...
... stored in the FM MONO mode, it shows as ST when recalled. 41 En This saves the effort of manually tuning in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. Release the button at a time, press TUNE /. see Saving station presets below for... 3 DISP Note 1 • If the receiver is weak, press the BAND button to select FM MONO and set the receiver to the mono reception mode. Manual tuning To change the BAND (FM or AM), if necessary. Once you are three ways to do this : Automatic tuning To search for stations in...
Owner's Manual
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... component video outputs (see page 23 for more on connections). into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start recording, then start playback of the source component. Making recordings 07 English Français Español Chapter 7: Making...
... component video outputs (see page 23 for more on connections). into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start recording, then start playback of the source component. Making recordings 07 English Français Español Chapter 7: Making...
Owner's Manual
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...; If the power shuts off automatically, take the unit to normal operating conditions. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with this component, check the points below , ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not ...normally due to external effects such as static electricity disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your equipment on page 16). • Select the correct component (use the MULTI CONTROL buttons). • Check...
...; If the power shuts off automatically, take the unit to normal operating conditions. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with this component, check the points below , ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not ...normally due to external effects such as static electricity disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your equipment on page 16). • Select the correct component (use the MULTI CONTROL buttons). • Check...
Owner's Manual
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... cannot • Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (see Choosing the input signal on page 36). disappears. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. • Set the input signal type to page 25). The display is dark or off , or the lowpass cutoff is...
... cannot • Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (see Choosing the input signal on page 36). disappears. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. • Set the input signal type to page 25). The display is dark or off , or the lowpass cutoff is...
Owner's Manual
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... on your TV or flat panel TV, try adjusting the resolution, Deep Color or other setting for your monitor, please consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support. • Video signals that the components you have assigned the analog/digital jack(s) to the corresponding HDMI input for...
... on your TV or flat panel TV, try adjusting the resolution, Deep Color or other setting for your monitor, please consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support. • Video signals that the components you have assigned the analog/digital jack(s) to the corresponding HDMI input for...
Owner's Manual
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...service. or (2) respond to your complaint in writing informing you for a definitive statement of Authorized Service Companies throughout the U.S.A. PIONEER DOES NOT WARRANT ANY PRODUCT LISTED ABOVE WHEN IT IS USED IN A TRADE OR BUSINESS OR IN ANY INDUSTRIAL OR COMMERCIAL ... SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE FROM LEAKING, DAMAGE FROM INOPERATIVE BATTERIES, OR THE USE OF BATTERIES NOT CONFORMING TO THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. PIONEER LIMITS ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR...
...service. or (2) respond to your complaint in writing informing you for a definitive statement of Authorized Service Companies throughout the U.S.A. PIONEER DOES NOT WARRANT ANY PRODUCT LISTED ABOVE WHEN IT IS USED IN A TRADE OR BUSINESS OR IN ANY INDUSTRIAL OR COMMERCIAL ... SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE FROM LEAKING, DAMAGE FROM INOPERATIVE BATTERIES, OR THE USE OF BATTERIES NOT CONFORMING TO THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. PIONEER LIMITS ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR...