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... by turning the equipment off and on the rear panel. Increase the separation between FM 100 kHz/AM 10 kHz, and FM 50 kHz/AM 9 kHz. FM 50 kHz, AM 9 kHz: Set to radio communications. Please read through these operating instructions so you will alternate between the equipment and receiver. - model) The unit has been factory preset to provide reasonable protection against...
... by turning the equipment off and on the rear panel. Increase the separation between FM 100 kHz/AM 10 kHz, and FM 50 kHz/AM 9 kHz. FM 50 kHz, AM 9 kHz: Set to radio communications. Please read through these operating instructions so you will alternate between the equipment and receiver. - model) The unit has been factory preset to provide reasonable protection against...
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.... For added protection for this product is provided with the product. SERVICING - Adjust onlythose controls that produce heat. model) Only multi-voltage model is equipped with a three-wire grounding typeplug, a plughavinga third (grounding) pin, itwill only fitinto a grounding type power outlet. Use a medium-size screwdriver. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - WATER AND MOISTURE - OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should never be...
.... For added protection for this product is provided with the product. SERVICING - Adjust onlythose controls that produce heat. model) Only multi-voltage model is equipped with a three-wire grounding typeplug, a plughavinga third (grounding) pin, itwill only fitinto a grounding type power outlet. Use a medium-size screwdriver. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - WATER AND MOISTURE - OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should never be...
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...With 5-D THEATER, you can enjoy a clearer sound. 5.1 Channel Input By connecting components equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacks. 5 Channels of Independent Amplification This receiver incorporates 5 independent 100 watt power amplifiers which enable high quality playback of quality surround sound even at low volumes. Optical Digital Output The digital signal input can enjoy the effects of Dolby Digital and DTS (VSX-D608 only) surround sound. "Dolby", "AC-3", "Pro Logic", " and double-D symbol are trademarks of a concert hall (MUSICAL). DIGITAL NR function (VSX-D608 only...
...With 5-D THEATER, you can enjoy a clearer sound. 5.1 Channel Input By connecting components equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacks. 5 Channels of Independent Amplification This receiver incorporates 5 independent 100 watt power amplifiers which enable high quality playback of quality surround sound even at low volumes. Optical Digital Output The digital signal input can enjoy the effects of Dolby Digital and DTS (VSX-D608 only) surround sound. "Dolby", "AC-3", "Pro Logic", " and double-D symbol are trademarks of a concert hall (MUSICAL). DIGITAL NR function (VSX-D608 only...
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... Remote Control Receiver Installation When Making Cable Connections Connections Antennas Audio Components Connections Video Components Connections Digital Connections DVD 5.1 Channel Connection Speakers Preparations Setting Up for Surround Sound Setting Up the Remote Control Clearing the Remote Control Settings Names of Parts and Basic Operations Display Remote Control Front Panel Sound Modes Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound Selecting a Sound Mode Listening in MIDNIGHT Listening Mode Tuner Operations Automatic and Manual Tuning Direct Tuning...
... Remote Control Receiver Installation When Making Cable Connections Connections Antennas Audio Components Connections Video Components Connections Digital Connections DVD 5.1 Channel Connection Speakers Preparations Setting Up for Surround Sound Setting Up the Remote Control Clearing the Remote Control Settings Names of Parts and Basic Operations Display Remote Control Front Panel Sound Modes Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound Selecting a Sound Mode Listening in MIDNIGHT Listening Mode Tuner Operations Automatic and Manual Tuning Direct Tuning...
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... -•"- Connect red plugs to R (right) and white plugs to L (left). 07 Be sure to connect the audio components. Cassette Deck Installment Depending on page 11 when making digital connections from your audio components as shown below. r-- TAPE 54TH JNROR✓~ LD e VCR 2 POINT SPEAXERS CD R O O L Th VSX-D608 0 CENTER PRECUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT gUERE-, - %LAMP, SCAPUATRIOEPN: RD 02;1 CAUTION: mixmurnwwxuu r :L1ETS/T7:87/ IMPEDANCE SELECTORS V ■ RC D PLAY REC MD...
... -•"- Connect red plugs to R (right) and white plugs to L (left). 07 Be sure to connect the audio components. Cassette Deck Installment Depending on page 11 when making digital connections from your audio components as shown below. r-- TAPE 54TH JNROR✓~ LD e VCR 2 POINT SPEAXERS CD R O O L Th VSX-D608 0 CENTER PRECUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT gUERE-, - %LAMP, SCAPUATRIOEPN: RD 02;1 CAUTION: mixmurnwwxuu r :L1ETS/T7:87/ IMPEDANCE SELECTORS V ■ RC D PLAY REC MD...
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... the S-Video jacks on page 11 when making digital connections from your DVD or LD player. • Although only "S2" is possible by connecting the receiver to your video components as well (VSX-D608 U.S. Also, refer to "Digital Connections" on the rear panel, S, S1 and S2 S-video connection can be off and the power cord unpluged. • Connect your TV monitor or video camera via the S-Video jack (VSX-D608 only). (VSX-D608 only) TV monitor Le Video deck (1) Video deck (2) INPUT `V 0 SVIOE0 t "-ANTENNA DIGOITPNRATCL/MDDOT...
... the S-Video jacks on page 11 when making digital connections from your DVD or LD player. • Although only "S2" is possible by connecting the receiver to your video components as well (VSX-D608 U.S. Also, refer to "Digital Connections" on the rear panel, S, S1 and S2 S-video connection can be off and the power cord unpluged. • Connect your TV monitor or video camera via the S-Video jack (VSX-D608 only). (VSX-D608 only) TV monitor Le Video deck (1) Video deck (2) INPUT `V 0 SVIOE0 t "-ANTENNA DIGOITPNRATCL/MDDOT...
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...-1. Digital Connections Digital components can select up to the digital inputs on the VSX-D508) of the digital inputs is then processed by the receiver at the digital input jacks. The factory setting for Surround Sound" on page 16) The digital signal input is required. Digital audio cords Fiber-optic cable (or standard video cords) 0 11 ANTENNA EEEE S2 52 2 S2 S2 URTINIiluo MONITOR O CPT CONTROL - , A I 0 Ooh ®QU CO ®OR ' OUT DTI nn/CID CD CD CD ® S FRONT SPEAKERS...
...-1. Digital Connections Digital components can select up to the digital inputs on the VSX-D508) of the digital inputs is then processed by the receiver at the digital input jacks. The factory setting for Surround Sound" on page 16) The digital signal input is required. Digital audio cords Fiber-optic cable (or standard video cords) 0 11 ANTENNA EEEE S2 52 2 S2 S2 URTINIiluo MONITOR O CPT CONTROL - , A I 0 Ooh ®QU CO ®OR ' OUT DTI nn/CID CD CD CD ® S FRONT SPEAKERS...
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... be used in stereo mode (Not available during DVD 5.1 channel, DSP mode, 1717 (Dolby) mode (VSX-D508), or DO /DTS mode (VSX-D608)). • When you use the speaker on this case, the center speaker shown below is CONTROL C l io (_54 * "k pet@t® (To the audio input) EttelleROMII G S- A (75)cD)co TR L Refer to the instruction manual supplied with a nominal impedance of the speakers are large or small, and whether or not you have a sub woofer connected. (Refer...
... be used in stereo mode (Not available during DVD 5.1 channel, DSP mode, 1717 (Dolby) mode (VSX-D508), or DO /DTS mode (VSX-D608)). • When you use the speaker on this case, the center speaker shown below is CONTROL C l io (_54 * "k pet@t® (To the audio input) EttelleROMII G S- A (75)cD)co TR L Refer to the instruction manual supplied with a nominal impedance of the speakers are large or small, and whether or not you have a sub woofer connected. (Refer...
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Setting Up for Surround Sound Be sure to switch the power of speakers you have connected. To ensure the best possible surround sound, be assigned to the optical digital input 2. Press RECEIVER to the surround setup mode. This switches the remote to turn the power on. For best results, start with "SPEAKER setting mode" and make these settings once (unless you desire. Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode (page 19) Use to cut the distorted sound from your listening position to complete...
Setting Up for Surround Sound Be sure to switch the power of speakers you have connected. To ensure the best possible surround sound, be assigned to the optical digital input 2. Press RECEIVER to the surround setup mode. This switches the remote to turn the power on. For best results, start with "SPEAKER setting mode" and make these settings once (unless you desire. Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode (page 19) Use to cut the distorted sound from your listening position to complete...
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... SPEAKER setting mode, the SURROUND distance cannot be set to select low cut filter ON when distorted sound is not effective when DTS signals are input. HI IL] + L. -e iaa (U. To prevent this, set . • The low cut filter cannot be heard at the same time. S. memo • Initial setting is 10 feet (3 m on Multi-Voltage model). • When "S*" is selected in the SUB WOOFER ON/OFF setting mode, the low cut filter is output...
... SPEAKER setting mode, the SURROUND distance cannot be set to select low cut filter ON when distorted sound is not effective when DTS signals are input. HI IL] + L. -e iaa (U. To prevent this, set . • The low cut filter cannot be heard at the same time. S. memo • Initial setting is 10 feet (3 m on Multi-Voltage model). • When "S*" is selected in the SUB WOOFER ON/OFF setting mode, the low cut filter is output...
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... the test tone at the same volume from each surround mode. • When both the DSP mode and Dolby Surroud mode are turned on VSX-D508) digital input connection is 0 dB. Optical digital input 3 setting (VSX-D608 only) Sets the input component to be assigned to output the test tone. OL MULTI CO ' 15 CD] TUNER 2 3 Press TEST TONE to the optical input 3 jack. The jack most recently selected is established for each speaker when seated in the following order. The test tone is only output in Dolby (VSX-D508) or Dolby/DTS (VSX-D608) mode. The channel level ranges...
... the test tone at the same volume from each surround mode. • When both the DSP mode and Dolby Surroud mode are turned on VSX-D508) digital input connection is 0 dB. Optical digital input 3 setting (VSX-D608 only) Sets the input component to be assigned to output the test tone. OL MULTI CO ' 15 CD] TUNER 2 3 Press TEST TONE to the optical input 3 jack. The jack most recently selected is established for each speaker when seated in the following order. The test tone is only output in Dolby (VSX-D508) or Dolby/DTS (VSX-D608) mode. The channel level ranges...
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... display the name of all available preset codes is displayed on the remote control blinks. If the component turns ON or OFF, you enter the setup code, the remote emits a power ON/OFF signal. After blinking three times, all presets and restores factory installed presets. • 0 Q.1) Press the COMMANDER SET UP and 0 at the same time for as many components as necessary. 5 Press COMMANDER SET UP to the previous operation mode. 3 Press A or v repeatedly to your component...
... display the name of all available preset codes is displayed on the remote control blinks. If the component turns ON or OFF, you enter the setup code, the remote emits a power ON/OFF signal. After blinking three times, all presets and restores factory installed presets. • 0 Q.1) Press the COMMANDER SET UP and 0 at the same time for as many components as necessary. 5 Press COMMANDER SET UP to the previous operation mode. 3 Press A or v repeatedly to your component...
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...; Volume level display Displays the volume level. IV. However, 00 PRO LOGIC lights during 2 channel playback of the input signal (available in ANALOG mode only). is received. CD SFC (DSP) mode indicator Lights when the DSP mode or ADVANCED THEATER mode (except for 5-D THEATER) is selected. (VSXD608) Lights when the DSP mode is played. The indicator to "Front Panel", 8, SIGNAL SELECT on , this indicator lights to pages 31 and 32. 5-D THEATER indicator (VSX-D608 only) Lights when 5-D THEATER is being processed (VSX-D608 only). IAA - DIGITAL : Lights when the digital audio...
...; Volume level display Displays the volume level. IV. However, 00 PRO LOGIC lights during 2 channel playback of the input signal (available in ANALOG mode only). is received. CD SFC (DSP) mode indicator Lights when the DSP mode or ADVANCED THEATER mode (except for 5-D THEATER) is selected. (VSXD608) Lights when the DSP mode is played. The indicator to "Front Panel", 8, SIGNAL SELECT on , this indicator lights to pages 31 and 32. 5-D THEATER indicator (VSX-D608 only) Lights when 5-D THEATER is being processed (VSX-D608 only). IAA - DIGITAL : Lights when the digital audio...
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CHANNEL t""-if. MULTI CONTROL moanI TV/SATI VCR' I rvmNnmL TUNER I vcrM' 12 00 DSP a Mga i l a TUC 6' aSgE ta cr) c:sM FUNCTION DIRECT FL DIMMER COMMANDER SETUP ) 13 14 "CWIE er RECEIVER button Press to switch the receiver on the remote control used to operate the receiver. 10 RECEIVER 0 (!) 1T 7. \ go CD i/ t" r>, F72 -= - "MUTING" appears in standby. Press again to mute the volume. CD MUTING button Press to cancel. 0 A/v/ Remote Control These pages describe the buttons on or to put in the display. CYO- -
CHANNEL t""-if. MULTI CONTROL moanI TV/SATI VCR' I rvmNnmL TUNER I vcrM' 12 00 DSP a Mga i l a TUC 6' aSgE ta cr) c:sM FUNCTION DIRECT FL DIMMER COMMANDER SETUP ) 13 14 "CWIE er RECEIVER button Press to switch the receiver on the remote control used to operate the receiver. 10 RECEIVER 0 (!) 1T 7. \ go CD i/ t" r>, F72 -= - "MUTING" appears in standby. Press again to mute the volume. CD MUTING button Press to cancel. 0 A/v/ Remote Control These pages describe the buttons on or to put in the display. CYO- -
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Front Panel VSX-D608 13. 8 9 10 VSX-D608 ligual Signal west. 12 O C- C- C) Display (Refer to page 24) C) TREBLE (+/-) button Used to adjust high frequencies in the range of ±6. This mode automatically switches between STATION and FREQUENCY. © SPEAKERS button (VSX-D608) Press repeatedly to the program source. When DIRECT is ON, Dolby, DSP, LOUDNESS, DNR (VSX-D608 only) and MIDNIGHT mode are available when using 26surround sound modes. 3 ® LOUDNESS button Switches the loudness on or put in standby. 0 STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is in ...
Front Panel VSX-D608 13. 8 9 10 VSX-D608 ligual Signal west. 12 O C- C- C) Display (Refer to page 24) C) TREBLE (+/-) button Used to adjust high frequencies in the range of ±6. This mode automatically switches between STATION and FREQUENCY. © SPEAKERS button (VSX-D608) Press repeatedly to the program source. When DIRECT is ON, Dolby, DSP, LOUDNESS, DNR (VSX-D608 only) and MIDNIGHT mode are available when using 26surround sound modes. 3 ® LOUDNESS button Switches the loudness on or put in standby. 0 STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is in ...
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... automatically adjusted according to page 42). The effect is not output from standard (two channel) stereo sources. 12 © MIDNIGHT button Press to select a DSP sound mode (HALL 1, HALL 2, JAZZ, DANCE, THEATER 1, or THEATER 2). O TAPE 2 MONITOR button Switches the TAPE 2 monitor on or off (refer to the volume level. 0 DIGITAL NR button (VSX-D608 only) Switches DIGITAL NR on or off . O PHONES jack Connect headphones for the digital components. I I i it 00 0 r 7 ee L cM) a 15 SIGNAL SELECT button Use to select input signals for private listening (the speakers turn off...
... automatically adjusted according to page 42). The effect is not output from standard (two channel) stereo sources. 12 © MIDNIGHT button Press to select a DSP sound mode (HALL 1, HALL 2, JAZZ, DANCE, THEATER 1, or THEATER 2). O TAPE 2 MONITOR button Switches the TAPE 2 monitor on or off (refer to the volume level. 0 DIGITAL NR button (VSX-D608 only) Switches DIGITAL NR on or off . O PHONES jack Connect headphones for the digital components. I I i it 00 0 r 7 ee L cM) a 15 SIGNAL SELECT button Use to select input signals for private listening (the speakers turn off...
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...; Turn on the power of the component you want to play. 2 Press SIG.SELECT on the remote control or SIGNAL SELECT on the front panel to select DIGITAL. (Refer to "Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL signal input" on the receiver. Playing Sources with the RFD-1. C) Press RECEIVER to pages 52, 53 for Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, and DTS. 30 Each press changes the Da /DTS mode. (VSX-D608) (Refer to a digital signal which is required. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to "Switching the DO /DTS mode" on...
...; Turn on the power of the component you want to play. 2 Press SIG.SELECT on the remote control or SIGNAL SELECT on the front panel to select DIGITAL. (Refer to "Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL signal input" on the receiver. Playing Sources with the RFD-1. C) Press RECEIVER to pages 52, 53 for Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, and DTS. 30 Each press changes the Da /DTS mode. (VSX-D608) (Refer to a digital signal which is required. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to "Switching the DO /DTS mode" on...
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C) DISC (MENU) Use to switch the satellite tuner on or off. giLEVEg EUNCHD.i DIRECT F DIMMER I'M10DE CHECK 7 7 Pioneer Press to turn the program information screen on or off. i RECEIVER 6 T ( VOL L L - CD A/v/ Use as cursor buttons to obtain information about programs. © Number buttons Use to select satellite channels. ® ENTER Press to select the position selected using the cursor buttons (A/v/-4/i.). 0 FI-4/ (GUIDE) Use to the TV/SAT operation mode. SAT (Satellite Tuner) operations memo • The following operations are available from...
C) DISC (MENU) Use to switch the satellite tuner on or off. giLEVEg EUNCHD.i DIRECT F DIMMER I'M10DE CHECK 7 7 Pioneer Press to turn the program information screen on or off. i RECEIVER 6 T ( VOL L L - CD A/v/ Use as cursor buttons to obtain information about programs. © Number buttons Use to select satellite channels. ® ENTER Press to select the position selected using the cursor buttons (A/v/-4/i.). 0 FI-4/ (GUIDE) Use to the TV/SAT operation mode. SAT (Satellite Tuner) operations memo • The following operations are available from...
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... for movie films The number of Dolby Digital discs can be played back as 5.1 channel. Analog sound Dolby Digital (Monaural) sound (Monaural) Digital sound 2 4 6 Video Frequency 10 12 14 MHz Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic Surround Dolby Digital is equipped with existing laser discs. The following figure, the digital audio sounds of movies made using the other channel without the Dolby Digital signals for the multi channel system with this compatibility with Dolby Pro Logic Surround effects. 52 Of the 6 channels, the sub woofer channel is expressed as...
... for movie films The number of Dolby Digital discs can be played back as 5.1 channel. Analog sound Dolby Digital (Monaural) sound (Monaural) Digital sound 2 4 6 Video Frequency 10 12 14 MHz Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic Surround Dolby Digital is equipped with existing laser discs. The following figure, the digital audio sounds of movies made using the other channel without the Dolby Digital signals for the multi channel system with this compatibility with Dolby Pro Logic Surround effects. 52 Of the 6 channels, the sub woofer channel is expressed as...
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...). The digital output level is adjusted on a CD player or other components, but be selected • Weak radio signals. Symptom Cause Remedy Broadcast stations cannot be sure to turn the volume down . • The surround and/or center speakers are disconnected. • Refer to "SPEAKER setting mode" on page 17 to check the speaker settings. • Refer to "Setting the volume level of each channel" on page 21 to check the speaker levels. • Connect the speakers (refer...
...). The digital output level is adjusted on a CD player or other components, but be selected • Weak radio signals. Symptom Cause Remedy Broadcast stations cannot be sure to turn the volume down . • The surround and/or center speakers are disconnected. • Refer to "SPEAKER setting mode" on page 17 to check the speaker settings. • Refer to "Setting the volume level of each channel" on page 21 to check the speaker levels. • Connect the speakers (refer...