User manual PIONEER VSX-D209

[. . . ] AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D209 Operating Instructions Congratulations on buying this fine Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT NOTICE The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. [. . . ] ---dB indicates the minimum level, and 0dB indicates the maximum level. · 2 DSP indicator Lights when any DSP mode is selected. The main character display briefly shows the current DSP mode (HALL, JAZZ, DANCE, THEATER1 and THEATER2) after selection (see page 22). Depending on the level settings for individual channels, the MAX level can range between ­10dB and 0dB. 7 SPEAKER indicator Shows if the speaker system is on or not. If SP3 appears speakers are switched off. 3 DIRECT indicator Lights when source DIRECT is on. This function bypasses all tone, balance, DSP and Dolby Surround effects. 8 S. BASS is on (see note % page. 17). 4 MONITOR indicator Lights when MONITOR is selected to hear a recording as it's being made (see page. 26). 9 CHARACTER display Shows the radio frequency or function (DVD/LD, CD, etc. ) receiver is using . 5 TUNER indicators MONO: Lights when the mono mode is set using the MPX MODE button (see page. STEREO: Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode. 18 Displays & Controls Remote Control 7 CH. SELECT button (see page 15-16, ) Used to start the process of setting the speaker levels (see $ below). SOURCE SELECT TUNER CD 1 2 SOURCE DVD 0 8 RECEIVER STANDBY/ON button Use to switch the receiver between on and standby modes. TV CONT. TAPE MD CD-R $ 1 TV FUNC. $ 2 !EFFECT CHANNEL STATION 9 0 CLASS MENU FQ 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 D. ACCESS TOP MENU ENTER TEST TONE FQ SORROUND MPX SET UP 2 DSP MODE MUTING CH. @ # $ % ^ Use select the playback or recording source. 0 SOURCE SELECT keys Use to put the remote control (NOT the receiver) in the stated mode. For other equipment controls, see Controlling the Rest of Your System starting on page 27. - CHANNEL/STATION +/­ buttons (see page. 25, 27) Use to select the station of memorized frequencies or change channels on Pioneermade TVs. FL RECEIVER FUNCTION DIMMER MASTER VOLUME AV MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Î = CLASS/MENU button (see page. 25, 29) Use to switch between the three banks (classes) of station memories. 1 SOURCE (Power) button This button turns on/off the power for PIONEER components connected to the VSX-D209. ~ 2 3 5 ( FQ +/­) & ENTER buttons (see page. 13, 14, 23) Use these arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page. These buttons are also used to control DVD menus/ options and for deck 1 of a double cassette deck player. The FQ +/- buttons can be used to find radio frequencies. Operation 2 NUMBER/PLAYER COMMAND buttons (see page 24, 27-29) Use to select the radio frequency in tuner mode. Also, you can use to contol PIONEER components like CD players, cassette decks, etc. according to the comands printed above the button (4, 3, 7, etc. ) !MPX/SETUP MODE button (see page 23, 29) Use to switch between auto stereo and mono reception of FM broadcasts. If the signal is weak then switching to MONO will improve the sound quality. In DVD mode this button brings up the SETUP menus. 3 D. ACCESS/TOP MENU button (see page 24, 29) This button gives you direct access to radio frequency input, allowing you to input a station directly. In DVD mode this button brings you to the top menu. @ DSP MODE button (see page 22) Use to switch between the various DSP modes available (HALL, JAZZ, DANCE, THEATER1, THEATER2) and DSP off. Use to create different surround sound effects from any stereo source. 4 TEST TONE button (see page 15 & 2324) Use this button to hear a test tone from each speaker in turn to set the relative speaker volumes. [. . . ] 5 Hz to 7 MHz ­3 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 dB Cross Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 dB NOTE: Specifications and the design are subject to possible modifications without notice, due to improvements. 31 R O NI C IND U ST RIES S SO CIAT IO N EST 1924 · EIA We Want You We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. [. . . ]