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The voltage of the available power supply differs according to other than household purposes (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it is for example, when on vacation). D36-..., splashing, rain or moisture. Wash hands after removal. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-820 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. Make sure it to Part 15 of this product or cords associated with accessories sold with electric appliances such as radios...
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to other than household purposes (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it is for example, when on vacation). D36-..., splashing, rain or moisture. Wash hands after removal. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-820 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. Make sure it to Part 15 of this product or cords associated with accessories sold with electric appliances such as radios...
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To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your system up to the amplifier. This layout is available only when the additional amplifier is connected to the unit and the surround back or front height speakers are connected to a 7.1 ch surround system. • ...
To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your system up to the amplifier. This layout is available only when the additional amplifier is connected to the unit and the surround back or front height speakers are connected to a 7.1 ch surround system. • ...
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... damage the shutter protecting the optical socket. • When storing optical cable, coil loosely. Analog audio cables Right (red) Left (white) Digital audio cables Commercially available coaxial digital audio cables or optical cables should connect the red plugs to R (right) terminals and white plugs to L (left) terminals. The cable may be...
... damage the shutter protecting the optical socket. • When storing optical cable, coil loosely. Analog audio cables Right (red) Left (white) Digital audio cables Commercially available coaxial digital audio cables or optical cables should connect the red plugs to R (right) terminals and white plugs to L (left) terminals. The cable may be...
Owner's Manual
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... (for setup, etc.), switch the TV input to analog. (With HDMI input, the OSD will not be displayed.) 2 If the connection was made using a commercially available HDMI cable. • If the receiver is connected to the sound of the unit on page 41). 23 En
... (for setup, etc.), switch the TV input to analog. (With HDMI input, the OSD will not be displayed.) 2 If the connection was made using a commercially available HDMI cable. • If the receiver is connected to the sound of the unit on page 41). 23 En
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... front left/right speakers in this receiver to check the digital audio output settings on your DVD player or source discs, you may not be available depending on the playback component (for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. 1 Switch on the front panel display whether or...
... front left/right speakers in this receiver to check the digital audio output settings on your DVD player or source discs, you may not be available depending on the playback component (for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. 1 Switch on the front panel display whether or...
Owner's Manual
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... setup and the type of source you're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary.1 AUTO/ STEREO/ BD MENU DIRECT A.L.C. However, the options available will depend on page 36. 3 When listening to 2-channel sources in surround sound. AUTO/ STEREO/ BD MENU DIRECT A.L.C. With two channel sources, you can select...
... setup and the type of source you're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary.1 AUTO/ STEREO/ BD MENU DIRECT A.L.C. However, the options available will depend on page 36. 3 When listening to 2-channel sources in surround sound. AUTO/ STEREO/ BD MENU DIRECT A.L.C. With two channel sources, you can select...
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... a live concert sound for movies with lots of your system With multichannel sources, you like Dolby Digital Surround EX) • DTS-ES - See above (only available when you can also adjust the H.GAIN effect (see which you can select (according to format): • DOLBY PLIIx MOVIE - Designed for rock and/or...
... a live concert sound for movies with lots of your system With multichannel sources, you like Dolby Digital Surround EX) • DTS-ES - See above (only available when you can also adjust the H.GAIN effect (see which you can select (according to format): • DOLBY PLIIx MOVIE - Designed for rock and/or...
Owner's Manual
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...; DIRECT - The Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that varies with other the subwoofer and the most appropriate speaker. Analog and PCM sources are available. 2 The Sound Retriever is bypassed. 05 Listening to your sound source arrives at the listening position in phase, preventing unwanted distortion and/or coloring of...
...; DIRECT - The Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that varies with other the subwoofer and the most appropriate speaker. Analog and PCM sources are available. 2 The Sound Retriever is bypassed. 05 Listening to your sound source arrives at the listening position in phase, preventing unwanted distortion and/or coloring of...
Owner's Manual
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... Mix) indicator on , perform steps 1 and 2 again. • When set to set to ON regardless of the receiver. Check the table below for the options available for generating the surround back component from the surround component is effective when the speakers in the example on page 16. • Depending on the...
... Mix) indicator on , perform steps 1 and 2 again. • When set to set to ON regardless of the receiver. Check the table below for the options available for generating the surround back component from the surround component is effective when the speakers in the example on page 16. • Depending on the...
Owner's Manual
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...for HDMI. i. ON C.IMGi Adjust the center image to 2-channel sources in DOLBY PLII MUSIC mode. L (Low) M (Mid) H (High) a. WMA and MP3 playback available only via iPod/USB input. f. The video delay time is best to switch the gain setting back to OFF and adjust the delay time manually...) to 10 (center channel sent to using this with an HDMI cable. h. g. The audio delay time is only available for signals other than Dolby TrueHD. Only available with an HDMI cable. If set depending on the operational status ON of your system Setting What it sound wider (higher...
...for HDMI. i. ON C.IMGi Adjust the center image to 2-channel sources in DOLBY PLII MUSIC mode. L (Low) M (Mid) H (High) a. WMA and MP3 playback available only via iPod/USB input. f. The video delay time is best to switch the gain setting back to OFF and adjust the delay time manually...) to 10 (center channel sent to using this with an HDMI cable. h. g. The audio delay time is only available for signals other than Dolby TrueHD. Only available with an HDMI cable. If set depending on the operational status ON of your system Setting What it sound wider (higher...
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...61552; iPod Connecting your iPod to the receiver 1 Set this receiver to the standby mode, and then use the latest available software version. • iPod and iPhone are licensed for reproduction of non-copyrighted materials or materials the user is compatible with your iPod... connections Chapter 10: Other connections CAUTION • Before making or changing the connections, switch off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any contact between speaker wires from the iPod.
...61552; iPod Connecting your iPod to the receiver 1 Set this receiver to the standby mode, and then use the latest available software version. • iPod and iPhone are licensed for reproduction of non-copyrighted materials or materials the user is compatible with your iPod... connections Chapter 10: Other connections CAUTION • Before making or changing the connections, switch off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any contact between speaker wires from the iPod.
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...;ais Italiano Nederlands Español 3 Use the TOP MENU button to this receiver (Pioneer shows in the iPod display). 2 • Note that non-roman characters in the title are displayed as *. • This feature is not available for photos or video clips on your iPod looks like this: Playlists Songs...
...;ais Italiano Nederlands Español 3 Use the TOP MENU button to this receiver (Pioneer shows in the iPod display). 2 • Note that non-roman characters in the title are displayed as *. • This feature is not available for photos or video clips on your iPod looks like this: Playlists Songs...
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...receiver Bluetooth® ADAPTER Note 1 • It must be necessary that the Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device supports A2DP profiles. • Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of Music Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: cell phone Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: Digital music player... supports AVRCP profiles. • Remote control operations cannot be used to listen to music wirelessly.1 Also, by using a commercially available transmitter supporting Bluetooth wireless technology, you to play When the Bluetooth ADAPTER...
...receiver Bluetooth® ADAPTER Note 1 • It must be necessary that the Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device supports A2DP profiles. • Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of Music Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: cell phone Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: Digital music player... supports AVRCP profiles. • Remote control operations cannot be used to listen to music wirelessly.1 Also, by using a commercially available transmitter supporting Bluetooth wireless technology, you to play When the Bluetooth ADAPTER...
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... unpauses playback. Press to skip to start of music contents stored in Bluetooth wireless technology device. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is available to residents of XM' service is under license. The 'Best of the US (except Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada. and its ... Press to skip to SIRIUS, U.S. There are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. Family friendly packages are registered trademarks owned by Pioneer Corporation is not available to the SIRIUS service. and Canadian customers can call 1-888-539-SIRI (1-888-5397474) or visit sirius.com (US) or siriuscanada...
... unpauses playback. Press to skip to start of music contents stored in Bluetooth wireless technology device. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is available to residents of XM' service is under license. The 'Best of the US (except Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada. and its ... Press to skip to SIRIUS, U.S. There are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. Family friendly packages are registered trademarks owned by Pioneer Corporation is not available to the SIRIUS service. and Canadian customers can call 1-888-539-SIRI (1-888-5397474) or visit sirius.com (US) or siriuscanada...
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... 2004-10-20). 11 Additional information Important information regarding the HDMI connection There are cases where you may be limited to the number of channels available from the iPod. receiver.
... 2004-10-20). 11 Additional information Important information regarding the HDMI connection There are cases where you may be limited to the number of channels available from the iPod. receiver.
Owner's Manual
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... receiver. iPod/USB Error 4 The power requirements of the USB (I/U ERR4) device are attached securely. SIRIUS radio messages Symptom Cause Action Antenna Antenna is not available/does not Select another channel. Check that the 8 pin mini DIN cable and AC Adapter are too high for this receiver. Updating Unit is updating...
... receiver. iPod/USB Error 4 The power requirements of the USB (I/U ERR4) device are attached securely. SIRIUS radio messages Symptom Cause Action Antenna Antenna is not available/does not Select another channel. Check that the 8 pin mini DIN cable and AC Adapter are too high for this receiver. Updating Unit is updating...
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...THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR LABOR OR FROM IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. IN CANADA - and Canada should a dispute arise between you and Pioneer, Pioneer makes available its Complaint Resolution Program to prevent damage in the U.S.A., and by a traceable, insured method, to present your sales receipt or... DESIGNATED LOCATION. The original container is ideal for retail customers who rent the product commences upon the date product is available to have the product repaired during the warranty period and the name of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty-Federal Trade Commission Improvement...
...THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR LABOR OR FROM IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. IN CANADA - and Canada should a dispute arise between you and Pioneer, Pioneer makes available its Complaint Resolution Program to prevent damage in the U.S.A., and by a traceable, insured method, to present your sales receipt or... DESIGNATED LOCATION. The original container is ideal for retail customers who rent the product commences upon the date product is available to have the product repaired during the warranty period and the name of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty-Federal Trade Commission Improvement...