pioneer vsx d510

Operating Instructions

AUDIO/VIDEOMULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

VSX-D510

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TORAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,within an equilateral triangle, is intended toalert the user to the presence of uninsulated"dangerous voltage" within the product'senclosure that may be of sufficient magnitudeto constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION:TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NOUSER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

Information to UserAlteration or modifications carried out withoutappropriate authorization may invalidate the user'sright to operate the equipment.

THE STANDBY/ON BUTTON IS SECOND-ARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOESNOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINSPOWER IN STANDBY POSITION.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harm-ful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installa-tion. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

IMPORTANT NOTICEThe 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.

This is for your security.

[For Canadian model]

This Class B digital apparatus complies withCanadian ICES-003.[Pour le modèle Canadien]

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B estconforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

[For Canadian model]

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT

USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION

CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE

BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE

EXPOSURE.

ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS

ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE

POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE

COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT,

SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSERESS A

FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A

DECOUVERT.Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Confidential Unpublished Works. © 1992-1997Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" aretrademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.Manufactured under license from DigitalTheater Systems, Inc.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safetyand operating instructions should beread before the product is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety andoperating instructions should be retainedfor future reference.

HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on theproduct and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operatingand use instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — Unplug this product from thewall outlet before cleaning. The productshould be cleaned only with a polishingcloth or a soft dry cloth. Never cleanwith furniture wax, benzine, insecticidesor other volatile liquids since they maycorrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachmentsnot recommended by the productmanufacturer as they may causehazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not usethis product near water — for example,near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,or laundry tub; in a wet basement; ornear a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES — Do not place this producton an unstable cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table. The product may fall,causing serious injury to a child or adult,and serious damage to the product. Useonly with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,or table recommended by themanufacturer, or sold with the product.Any mounting of the product shouldfollow the manufacturer’s instructions,and should use a mounting accessoryrecommended by the manufacturer.

CART — A product and cart combinationshould be moved with care. Quick stops,excessive force, and uneven surfacesmay cause the product and cartcombination to overturn.

VENTILATION — Slots and openings in thecabinet are provided for ventilation andto ensure reliable operation of theproduct and to protect it fromoverheating, and these openings mustnot be blocked or covered. The openingsshould never be blocked by placing theproduct on a bed, sofa, rug, or othersimilar surface. This product should notbe placed in a built-in installation suchas a bookcase or rack unless properventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have beenadhered to.

POWER SOURCES — This product shouldbe operated only from the type of powersource indicated on the marking label. Ifyou are not sure of the type of powersupply to your home, consult yourproduct dealer or local power company.

LOCATION – The appliance should beinstalled in a stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord ofthe appliance should be unplugged fromthe outlet when left un-used for a longperiod of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

÷ If this product is equipped with apolarized alternating current line plug (aplug having one blade wider than theother), it will fit into the outlet only oneway. This is a safety feature. If you areunable to insert the plug fully into theoutlet, try reversing the plug. If the plugshould still fail to fit, contact yourelectrician to replace your obsoleteoutlet. Do not defeat the safety purposeof the polarized plug.

÷ If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug havinga third (grounding) pin, it will only fit intoa grounding type power outlet. This is asafety feature. If you are unable to insertthe plug into the outlet, contact yourelectrician to replace your obsoleteoutlet. Do not defeat the safety purposeof the grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply cords should be routed so thatthey are not likely to be walked on orpinched by items placed upon or againstthem, paying particular attention to cordsat plugs, convenience receptacles, andthe point where they exit from theproduct.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — Ifan outside antenna or cable system isconnected to the product, be sure theantenna or cable system is grounded soas to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up staticcharges. Article 810 of the NationalElectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, providesinformation with regard to propergrounding of the mast and supportingstructure, grounding of the lead-in wireto an antenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors, location ofantenna-discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes, and requirementsfor the grounding electrode. See FigureA.

LIGHTNING — For added protection for thisproduct during a lightning storm, or whenit is left unattended and unused for longperiods of time, unplug it from the walloutlet and disconnect the antenna orcable system. This will prevent damageto the product due to lightning andpower-line surges.

POWER LINES — An outside antennasystem should not be located in thevicinity of overhead power lines or otherelectric light or power circuits, or whereit can fall into such power lines or circuits.When installing an outside antennasystem, extreme care should be takento keep from touching such power linesor circuits as contact with them mightbe fatal.

OVERLOADING — Do not overload walloutlets, extension cords, or integralconvenience receptacles as this canresult in a risk of fire or electric shock.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Neverpush objects of any kind into this productthrough openings as they may touchdangerous voltage points or short-outparts that could result in a fire or electricshock. Never spill liquid of any kind onthe product.

SERVICING — Do not attempt to servicethis product yourself as opening orremoving covers may expose you todangerous voltage or other hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplugthis product from the wall outlet andrefer servicing to qualified servicepersonnel under the followingconditions:

÷ When the power-supply cord or plug isdamaged.

÷ If liquid has been spilled, or objectshave fallen into the product.

÷ If the product has been exposed to rainor water.

÷ If the product does not operate normallyby following the operating instructions.Adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operating instructionsas an improper adjustment of othercontrols may result in damage and willoften require extensive work by aqualified technician to restore theproduct to its normal operation.

÷ If the product has been dropped ordamaged in any way.

÷ When the product exhibits a distinctchange in performance — this indicatesa need for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS — Whenreplacement parts are required, be surethe service technician has usedreplacement parts specified by themanufacturer or have the samecharacteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may resultin fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of anyservice or repairs to this product, askthe service technician to perform safetychecks to determine that the product isin proper operating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — Theproduct should not be mounted to awall or ceiling.

HEAT — The product should be situatedaway from heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherproducts (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDCLAMP

ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)

ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENT

Fig. A

ANTENNALEAD INWIRE

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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01 Introductory Information

Checking the SuppliedAccessoriesPlease check that you've received the following suppliedaccessories:• AM loop antenna• FM wire antenna• Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6P) × 2• Remote control• Operating instructions

Using this ManualThis manual is for the VSX-D510 audio/video multi-channel receivers.It is divided into two main sections:

Set upThis section covers installing your receiver andconnecting up all the other components in your hometheater system to it. It also describes how to set up amulti-channel speaker system to take full advantage ofthe great surround sound features of your receiver.

OperationThis section shows you how to use every feature of thereceiver and its remote control unit. It also covers usingthe supplied remote control to operate your other hometheater components. To find out more about a specificbutton, control or indicator, see Displays & Controlsstarting on page 18. This will point you to the relevantchapter in the manual.In the Additional Information section (p.34-35) you'llfind a troubleshooting section and specifications.

Installing the ReceiverPlease note:• Do not place objects directly on top of this unit. This

would prevent proper heat dispersal.• When installing in a rack, shelf, etc., be sure to leave

more than 8 inches (20 cm.) of space above thereceiver.

When Making CableConnectionsBe careful not to arrange cables in a manner that bendsthe cables over the top of this unit as shown in theillustration. If the cables are brought over this unit, themagnetic field produced by the transformers in this unitmay cause a humming noise to come from the speakers.

Loading the BatteriesDry cell batteries(AA size IEC R6P) × 2

CAUTION:Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards asleakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:• Never use new and old batteries together.• Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries

properly according to the marks in the battery case.• Batteries with the same shape may have different

voltages. Do not use different batteries together.• When disposing of used batteries, please comply

with governmental regulations or environmentalpublic instruction’s rules that apply in your countryor area.

Operating Range of RemoteControl UnitThe remote control may not work properly if:• There are obstacles between the remote control and

the receiver's remote sensor.• Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the

remote sensor.• The receiver is located near a device that is emitting

infrared rays.• The receiver is operated simultaneously with another

infrared remote controlunit.

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01 Introductory Information 4

Checking the Supplied Accessories 4

Using this Manual 4

Installing the Receiver 4

When Making Cable Connections 4

Loading the Batteries 4

Operating Range of Remote Control Unit 4

02 Contents 5

03 Connecting Your Equipment 6

Connecting Digital Components 6

Connecting Audio Components 7

Connecting DVD 5.1 Channel Components 7

Connecting Video Components 8

Connecting Antennas 9

Using External Antennas 9

Connecting Speakers 10

AC Outlet [switched 100 W (0.8 A) max] 12

Operating Other Pioneer Components 12

04 Preparations 13

Setting Up for Surround Sound 13

Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel 17

05 Displays & Controls 18

Front Panel 18

Display 19

Remote Control 20

06 Sound Modes 22

Learning about the Sound Modes 22

Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input 23

Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound23

Selecting a Sound Mode 24

MIDNIGHT Listening Mode 24

ADVANCED THEATER Mode( Dolby/DTS mode) 25

Playing Other Sources 25

Contents

07 Using the Tuner 26

Finding a Station 26

Tuning Directly to a Station 26

Memorizing Stations 27

Recalling Memorized Stations 27

08 Making a Recording 28

Making an Audio or a Video Recording 28

Record MONITOR 28

09 Controlling the Rest of Your System 29

Setting Up the Remote Control 29

Clearing All the Remote Control Settings 30

Direct Function 30

CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVR Player/Cassette Deck Controls 31

Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV Controls 32

Preset Code List 33

10 Additional Information 34

Troubleshooting 34

Specifications 35

Congratulations on buying this fine Pioneer product.Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your modelproperly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place forfuture reference.

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03

Digital Audio Cords/Optical CablesCommercially available digital audio coaxial cords(standard video cords can also be used) or optical cables(not supplied) are used to connect digital components tothis receiver.When you use optical digital input or output terminals,pull off the caps and insert the plugs. Be sure to insertcompletely.

Digital audio coaxial cord(or standard video cord)

Optical cable

Connecting Your Equipment

Connecting Digital ComponentsIn order to use PCM/2 Digital/DTS soundtracks, you need to make digital audio connections. You can dothis by either coaxial or optical connections (you do not need to do both). The quality of these two types ofconnections is the same but since some digital components only have one type of digital terminal, it is a matter ofmatching like with like (for example, the coaxial out from the component to coaxial in on the receiver). The VSX-D510 has a coaxial and an optical input for a total of two digital inputs. Connect your digital components as shownbelow.When connecting your equipment, always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnectedfrom the wall outlet.

Audio/Video CordsUse audio/video cords (not supplied) to connect thevideo components and a video cord to connect themonitor TV.Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left),and the yellow plugs to VIDEO.Be sure to insert completely.

LR

VIDEO

LR

LR

R L

CENTERSPEAKER

FRONTSPEAKERSTO

MONTORTV

VCR /DVR

CONTROLCDIN

IN IN OUT

OUT

FRONT

CD - R/ TAPE

/ MD

SURROUND

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFERPREOUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

TV /SAT

DVD/ LD

COAX OPT

(DVD) (CD)

PLAY

OUT

FMUNBAL75Ω

AM LOOPANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

DVD 5.1 CHINPUT

PCM / 2 / DTSDIGITAL INASSIGNABLE

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL

OUT

COAXDVD player

CD player

The arrows indicate thedirection of the audio signal.

Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the ACoutlet.

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LR

LR

R L

CENTSPEAK

FRONTSPEAKERSTO

MONTORTV

VCR /DVR

CONTROLCDIN

IN IN OUT

OUT

FRONT

CD - R/ TAPE

/ MD

SURROUND

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFERPREOUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

TV /SAT

DVD/ LD

COAX OPT

(DVD) (CD)

PLAY

OUT

FMUNBAL75Ω

AM LOOPANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

DVD 5.1 CHINPUT


REC PLAY

L

R

L

R

OUTPUT

Connecting Audio ComponentsTo begin set up, connect your audio components to the jacks as shown below. These are all analog connections andyour analog audio components (like a cassette deck) use these jacks. Remember that for components you want torecord with, you need to hook up four plugs (a set of stereo ins and a set of stereo outs), but for components thatonly play, you only need to hook up one set of stereo plugs (two plugs). To use Digital source features you must hookup your digital components to the digital inputs but it is also a good idea to hook up your digital components toanalog audio jacks. If you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog components, youmust hook up your digital equipment with these analog connections. See p.6 for more on digital connections.When connecting your equipment, always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnectedfrom the wall outlet.

CD player

CD recorderor Cassette deck

The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal.

LR

LR

R L

FRONTSPEAKERSTO

MONTORTV

VCR /DVR

CONTROLCDIN

IN IN OUT

OUT

FRONT

CD - R/ TAPE

/ MD

SURROUND

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFERPREOUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

TV /SAT

DVD/ LD

COAX OPT

(DVD) (CD)

PLAY

OUT

FMUNBAL75Ω

AM LOOPANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

DVD 5.1 CHINPUT


CENTERSUB

WOOFERVIDEOOUT

SURROUNDOUTPUT

L

R

FRONTOUTPUT

L

R

DVD/multi channeldecoder with 5.1 channelanalog output jacks

Connecting DVD 5.1 Channel ComponentsDVD and LD discs are compatible with both 2 channel and 5.1 channel audio output formats. Connections can bemade from a DVD, multi-channel decoder equipped with 5.1 analog outputs to the 5.1 analog inputs on this unit.Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing anyconnections.

Cassette deck placementDepending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise may occur during playback of your cassette deck which iscaused by leakage flux from the transformer in the receiver. If you experience noise, move the cassette deck fartheraway from the receiver.

MEMO:• The 5.1 channel input can only be used when DVD 5.1 CH is selected.


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LR

R L

TOMONTORTV

VCR /DVR

CONTROLCDIN

IN IN OUT

OUT

FRONT

CD - R/ TAPE

/ MD

SURROUND

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFERPREOUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

TV /SAT

DVD/ LD

COAX

(DVD)

PLAY

OUT

FMUNBAL75Ω

AM LOOPANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

DVD 5.1 CHINPUT

OUTPUT

VIDEO

L

R

OUTPUTINPUT

VIDEO

L

R

VIDEO

L

R

OUTPUT

VIDEO

L

R

INPUT

VIDEO

DVD player(or LD player)

Video deck

TV tuner(or Satellite tuner)

TV(monitor)


Connecting Video ComponentsConnect your video components to the jacks as shown below. Regarding digital video components (like a DVDplayer), you must use the analog connections pictured on this page for the video signal but in order to hear a digitalsource (like a DVD) you should hook up their audio to a digital input (see page 6). It is also a good idea to hook upyour digital components with analog audio connections as well (see page 7).When connecting your equipment always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected fromthe wall outlet.

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LR

LR

R L

CENTSPEA

FRONTSPEAKERSTO

MONTORTV

VCR /DVR

CONTROLCDIN

IN IN OUT

OUT

FRONT

CD - R/ TAPE

/ MD

SURROUND

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFERPREOUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

TV /SAT

DVD/ LD

COAX OPT

(DVD) (CD)

PLAY

OUT

FMUNBAL75Ω

AM LOOPANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

DVD 5.1 CHINPUT


FM wire antennaConnect the FM wire antenna and fully extend verticallyalong a window frame or other suitable area, etc.

To improve FM receptionConnect an external FM antenna.

FMUNBAL75Ω

FM ANTENNA

AM LOOPANTENNA

To improve AM receptionConnect a 15-18 feet length of vinyl-coated wire to the AMantenna terminal without disconnecting the supplied AM loopantenna.For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.

Outdoor antenna

15-18 ft. (5–6m)

Indoor antenna(Vinyl-coated wire)

AM loop antennaAssemble the antenna and connect to the receiver.Attach to a wall, etc. (if desired) and face in the directionthat gives the best reception.

Antenna snap connectorsTwist the exposed wire strands together and insert intothe hole, then snap the connector shut.

Connecting AntennasConnect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality,connect external antennas (see Using external antennas, below). Always make sure that the receiver is switched offand unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections.

75 Ω coaxial cable

3/8 in. (10mm)

Using External Antennas


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Connecting SpeakersA full complement of six speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply connect thespeakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (called “front”speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and all five is best.Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal.Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.

MEMO:• Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω.


LR

LR

R L

SURROUNDSPEAKERS

CENTERSPEAKER

AC OUTLETLR

FRONTSPEAKERSTO

MONTORTV

VCR /DVR

CONTROLCDIN

IN IN OUT

OUT

FRONT

CD - R/ TAPE

/ MD

SURROUND

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFERPREOUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

TV /SAT

DVD/ LD

COAX OPT

(DVD) (CD)

PLAY

OUT

FMUNBAL75Ω

AM LOOPANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

DVD 5.1 CHINPUT


INPUT

Be sure to complete all otherconnections before connecting thisunit to the AC power source.

Front Speakers Center Speaker SURROUND Speakers

Powered sub woofer

L R C SRSL

When using the speaker on your TV as the centerspeaker, connect the CENTER PREOUT jack on this unitto the audio input jack on your TV. In this case, thecenter C speaker shown is unnecessary.

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Surround Left Surround Right

Listening Position

Front LeftFrontRightCenter

Subwoofer

Hints on speaker placementSpeakers are usually designed with a particular placement in mind. Some are designed to be floorstanding, whileothers should be placed on stands to sound their best. Some should be placed near a wall; others should be placedaway from walls. Follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with your particularspeakers to get the most out of them.

• To achieve the best possible surround sound, installyour speakers as shown below. Be sure all speakersare installed securely to prevent accidents andimprove sound quality.

• Place the front left and right speakers at equaldistances from the TV.

• When placing speakers near the TV, we recommendusing magnetically shielded speakers to preventpossible interference, such as discoloration of thepicture when the TV is switched on. If you do nothave magnetically shielded speakers and noticediscoloration of the TV picture, move the speakersfarther away from the TV.

• Install the center speaker above or below the TV sothat the sound of the center channel is localized atthe TV screen.

CAUTION!If you choose to install the center speaker on topof the TV, be sure to secure it with putty, or byother suitable means, to reduce the risk of damageor injury resulting from the speaker falling fromthe TV in the event of external shocks such asearthquakes.

• If possible, install the surround speakers slightlyabove ear level.

• Try not to install the surround speakers farther awayfrom the listening position than the front and centerspeakers. Doing so can weaken the surround soundeffect.

Overhead view of speaker set up

3-D view of speaker set up


Caution:Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If any of thebare speaker wire touches the back panel it may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.

1/2 inches

Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver.1 Twist around 1/2 inch of bare wire strands together.2 Unclip the speaker terminal and insert the wire.3 Snap shut the speaker terminal to secure.

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Speaker terminals

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AC Outlet [switched 100 W (0.8 A) max]

Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the receiver's POWERswitch.Total electrical power consumption of connected equipment should not exceed 100W (0.8 A).

CAUTIONDo not connect a heater, TV, etc. Also, make sure no exposed speaker wire istouching the rear panel, this may cause the receiver to turn off automatically.

MEMO:• This unit should be disconnected by removing the power plug from the wall

socket when not in regular use, e.g., on vacation.• Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such as heaters, irons,

or television sets to this AC OUTLET in order to avoid overheating and fire risk.This can also cause the receiver to malfunction.

Connect to CONTROL INterminal of other Pioneerproducts with Î mark.

Remote control unit

VSX-D510

CONTROL

OUT

OUT

IN

CONTROL

Other Pioneer productswith Î mark

Operating Other Pioneer Components

By connecting a control cord (optional), you can controlother Pioneer equipment using this remote control unit.Point the remote control unit towards the remote sensorof this unit, even when operating other equipment.

The remote control signals are received by the remotesensor of this unit, and sent to the other devices via theCONTROL OUT terminal.

MEMO:• You can also control Pioneer components by pointing

the receiver's remote control directly at thecomponent. This type of operation does not requirecontrol cords.


CAUTION:DO NOT CONNECT A MONITOR OR TV SET TO THIS UNIT'S AC OUTLET.

POWER-CORD CAUTIONHandle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cordwhen your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or an electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece offurniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. Thepower cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fireor give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearestPIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement.

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04Preparations

1 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.

The STANDBY indicator goes out.

2 Press RECEIVER.

This switches the remote to the receiver mode.

3 Press @ or # to select the mode you want toset.

For best results, start with “SPEAKERS setting mode”and make your initial adjustments in the orderdescribed below.The current settings are displayed automatically.

• SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround) settingmode (page 14)Use to specify the number and type of speakers youhave connected.

• SUBWOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF setting mode (page14)Use to specify the subwoofer as on, plus or off.

Setting Up for Surround SoundSwitch the power of this unit on (The STANDBYindicator goes out).To ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure tocomplete the following set up operations. This isparticularly important when using the 2 (Dolby)surround mode. You only need to make these settingsonce (unless you change the placement of your currentspeaker system or add new speakers, etc.). Refer to thefollowing pages for detailed descriptions of the settingsavailable for each mode.

MULTI CONTROLDVD/LD TV/SAT VCR/DVR CD

LOUDNESS FUNCTION MUTING

RECEIVER

D.ACCESS CHANNEL

ATT

VOL

MENUTOPMENU

VOL

CH

2 DSP MODE MIDNIGHT 5.1CH

CD-R/TAPE/MD

CHANNELSELECT

CHANNELLEVEL EFFECT

ENTER

ENTER

FQ

FQ

ST ST

FLDIMMER

REMOTESETUP

MASTERVOLUME

AUDIO/VIDEO PRE-PROGRAMMEDREMOTE CONTROL UNIT

TV CONTROL

FUNC

10 DISC

SIGNALSELECT

TESTTONE

RECEIVER TUNER TV CONT

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7 8 3

5 6 7 8

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SOURCE CLASS MPX BAND

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1

2

• Crossover frequency setting mode (page 14)Use to determine which frequencies will be sent tothe subwoofer (or “Large” speakers if you don’t have asubwoofer).

• LFE attenuator setting mode (page 15)Use to specify the peak level for the LFE channel andthe crossover network for rerouted bass frequencies.

• Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode (page 15)Use to cut the distorted sound from the subwoofer.

• FRONT speakers distance setting mode (page 15)Use to specify the distance from your listeningposition to your front speakers.

• CENTER speakers distance setting mode (page15)Use to specify the distance from your listeningposition to your center speaker.

• SURROUND speakers distance setting mode(page 16)Use to specify the distance from your listeningposition to your surround speakers.

• Dynamic range control setting mode (page 16)Use to compress the dynamic range of the soundtrack.

• Dual mono setting mode (page 16)Use with 2 Digital software that has dual monoencoding if you want to isolate one channel or listenin this specialized mono mode.

• Coaxial digital input setting (page 17)Use to specify the component to be assigned to thecoaxial digital input.

• Optical digital input setting (page 17)Use to specify the component to be assigned to theoptical digital input.

4 Press % or fi to select the setting you want.

The setting is entered automatically.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set other surroundmodes.

MEMO:Press ENTER to exit the setting mode.The setting mode is automatically exited if no operationis performed within 20 seconds.

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SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround)setting modeThis setting establishes the configuration of the speakersystem and size of each set of speakers you haveconnected. So, for example, here you set whether youhave connected surround speakers or not, and how bigthey are. Selecting “Large” or “Small” will determine howmuch bass is sent by the receiver to the speakers beingset.In the display, “F”, “C”, and “S” refer to front, center,and surround speakers respectively. Speaker size isdenoted as “L” for large speakers, “S” for smallspeakers, and “*” (asterisk) if no speaker is connected.

MEMO:If the cone size (diameter) of the speaker is larger than 5inches, please set to Large.

Choose a speaker setting mode according tothe speakers you hooked up. Use the % or fibuttons.

The configurations shown below will appear in thedisplay on the front of the receiver. One of themshould match your speaker set up. Cycle through thedifferent possibilities until you find the one thatmatches your set up.

Press # to advance to the next receiver setting, andpress @ to return to a previous receiver setting.

SUBWOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF settingmodeSets whether the SUBWOOFER is used or not. Also,when used you have the option to use the “PLUS”setting.

Press % or fi to select subwoofer ON, PLUSor OFF.

MEMO:• The initial setting is “ON”.• Setting the front speaker size to “Small” in the

SPEAKERS setting mode automatically locks thesubwoofer in the “ON” position.

• Use the PLUS for extra bass. When you use PLUSyou will get the bass sounds from the subwoofereven if the front speakers are set to “Large”.

Crossover frequency setting modeCrossover frequency is the point where the receiverdivides the high and low sounds (the frequencies)between the speakers. Since most smaller speakers can’thandle deep bass tones, this setting allows you to sendthose sounds to the subwoofer (or speakers set to“Large” if you don’t have a subwoofer) instead of thespeakers set to “Small” in your system. Choose the pointat which you want the frequency routed to thesubwoofer (or “Large” speakers).We recommend setting this to 200 Hz if smallerbookshelf-type speakers are used for your “Small”speakers.

Press % or fi to specify the crossoverfrequency for your small speakers (100 Hz,150 Hz or 200 Hz).

150Hz100Hz

200Hz

100 HzSends bass frequencies below 100 Hz to the subwoofer(or “Large” speakers).150 HzSends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the subwoofer(or “Large” speakers).200 HzSends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to the subwoofer(or “Large” speakers).

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MEMO:• The initial setting is “100 Hz”.• If all speakers (front, center, and surround) are set to

“Large” in SPEAKERS setting mode, the crossoverfrequency cannot be set because there are no “Small”speakers (*** appears in the display).

LFE attenuator setting modeDolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-lowbass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as needed to preventthe ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound fromthe speakers.

Press % or fi to set the attenuation level (0dB, 10 dB or ** dB(∞)).

10 dB0 dB

∞ (display "**")

MEMO:• The initial setting is “0 dB”.• When ∞ is selected (** appears in the display), LFE

is not available.

Low cut filter ON/OFF setting modeTurn the low cut filter ON when distorted sound isoutput through the subwoofer.

Press % or fi to select low cut filter ON orOFF.

MEMO:• The initial setting is “OFF”.• If the SUBWOOFER is set to “OFF” in the

SUBWOOFER ON/OFF setting mode, the low cutfilter cannot be set.

FRONT speakers distance settingmodeSets the distance from the FRONT speakers to thelistening position.

Press % or fi to set the distance of theFRONT speakers from the main listeningposition (within a 30 foot range).

MEMO:• The initial setting is 10 ft.• One step equals about 1ft.

CENTER speaker distance settingmodeThe center speaker is normally placed directly in front ofthe listening room and is thus closer to the listeningposition than the Front speakers. This means that thesound from the center speaker will be heard before theFront speakers. To prevent this, set the center speakerdistance setting to delay the sound from the centerspeaker so that the sound from the Front and centerspeakers will be heard at the same time.

Press % or fi to set the distance of theCENTER speaker from the main listeningposition (within a 30 foot range).

MEMO:• The initial setting is 10 ft.• When “C*” is selected in SPEAKERS setting mode,

the center distance cannot be set.• One step equals about 1 ft.

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SURROUND speakers distance settingmodeUse to set the SURROUND speakers distance. Like theCENTER speaker position, the SURROUND speakersmay be set in a location closer or farther than theFRONT speakers. Set the distance of the SURROUNDspeakers accurately to hear sounds coming from bothFRONT and SURROUND speakers at the same time.

Press % or fi to set the distance of theSURROUND speakers from the mainlistening position (within a 30 foot range).

MEMO:• The initial setting is 10 ft.• When “S*” is selected in SPEAKERS setting mode,

the SURROUND distance cannot be set.• One step equals about 1 ft.

Dynamic range control setting modeDynamic range is the difference between the loudest andsoftest sounds in any given signal. The dynamic rangecontrol helps you play back sounds so the quietersounds are audible yet the louder sounds don’t getdistorted. It does this by compressing the dynamicrange, in other words pushing all the sounds towards thesame relative volume level. When watching a movie atlow volume, setting this function enables low levelsounds to be heard more easily but you won’t be joltedby louder sounds.

Press % or fi to set the dynamic rangecontrol (OFF, MAX, or MID).

MEMO:• The initial setting is “OFF”.• When the volume level is increased, set to “OFF”.• For listening enjoyment at low volumes, set to “MAX”

for maximum dynamic range compression.• Dynamic range control is effective only when a Dolby

Digital signal is being played back.

Dual mono settingThe dual mono setting can only be used when listeningto Dolby Digital discs that have dual mono softwareencoded in them. As of now these are not that widelyused. With this setting you can choose which channel inthe dual mono setting you want to listen to. Thus, it isuseful for soundtracks that have one language on onechannel and a different language on the other.Remember you can only use this setting if you haveDolby Digital software with this feature and want toisolate one of the channels therein.

There are two different ways to route the sound in thedual mono setting, one is with Dolby Digital mode on,the other with Dolby Digital mode off. If Dolby Digitalmode is switched on, the ch1 setting will play channel 1through your center speaker, the ch2 setting will playchannel 2 through your center speaker. With DolbyDigital mode off, the dual mono sound routing is asfollows: In the ch1 setting your will hear channel 1 outof both front speakers. In the ch2 setting you will hearchannel 2 out of both speakers. In the L. c1 R. c2setting the speakers will play the soundtrackindependently of each other. The left front speaker willplay channel 1 and the right front speaker will playchannel 2.

Press % or fi to cycle through the possibleDUAL MONO settings.

ch2 ch1

L. c 1 R. c 2

MEMO:• The default setting of this feature is ch 1.

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Coaxial digital input settingHere you tell the receiver what component you havehooked up to the coaxial digital input jack.

Press % or fi to select the coaxial digitalinput (DVD, TV, CD, CD-R, VCR or OFF).

After you assign a component to the digital jack,whenever you select that component, for example aDVD player, the receiver will automatically change tothe digital input setting. You can see this in theDIGITAL/ANALOG indicator on the front of thereceiver.

MEMO:• The initial setting is “DVD”.

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Optical digital input settingHere you tell the receiver what component you havehooked up to the optical input jack.

Press % or fi to select the optical digitalinput (DVD, TV, CD, CD-R, VCR, or OFF).

After you assign a component to the digital jack,whenever you select that component, for example aDVD player, the receiver will automatically change tothe digital input setting. You can see this in theDIGITAL/ANALOG indicator on the front of thereceiver.

MEMO:• The initial setting is “CD”.



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1 Press RECEIVER.

This switches the remote to the receiver mode.

2 Press 2.

3 Press VOL + or – to adjust the volume to anappropriate level.

4 Press TEST TONE to output the test tone.

The test tone is output in the following order.(depending on the speaker setting mode)

FL CT FRSW SL SR

• Test tone is only output in Dolby/DTS modes.

5 Adjust speaker levels so that you hear thetest tone at the same volume from eachspeaker when seated in the main listeningposition.

• The channel level range is ± 10 dB.• Levels can be set for each surround mode.

6 Press TEST TONE to turn off the test tone.

MEMO:• Since the SUBWOOFER transmits an ultra-low

frequency its sound may seem quieter than it actuallyis.

• The speaker volume can be adjusted withoutoutputting the test tone by pressing CHANNELLEVEL or CHANNEL SELECT.

• Initial setting is 0 dB.

Setting the Volume Level ofEach Channel (adjusting thespeaker volume balance)Use to set the relative volume of each channel.

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05 Displays & Controls

Front Panel

1 STATION (+/–) buttons (see page 27)Selects station memories when using the tuner.

2 TUNING buttons (see page 26)Selects the frequency when using the tuner.

3 DIRECT buttonUse to switch DIRECT playback on or off. This modebypasses the tone controls and channel levels for themost accurate reproduction of a source.

4 MONITOR buttonPress to switch tape monitoring on/off.

5 Remote sensorReceives the signals from the remote control.

6 TONE buttonPress this button to access the bass and treblecontrols, which you can then adjust with the MULTIJOG dial.

7 MULTI JOG DIALThe Multi Jog dial performs a number of tasks. Use itto select the function (like DVD or CD) that you wantto play. You can also use it, after pressing the TONEbutton to increase or decrease the amount of bass ortreble.

8 STANDBY indicatorLights when the receiver is in standby mode (notethat the receiver consumes a small amount of power(1W) in standby mode).

9 STANDBY/ON buttonSwitches the receiver between on and standby.(notethat the receiver consumes a small amount of power(1W) in standby mode).

0 PHONES jackUse to connect headphones. (Use the SPEAKERbutton to turn off the speakers if you want to mutethe sound from the speakers.)

- CLASS button (see page 27)Switches between the three banks (classes) of stationmemories.

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~ BAND buttonSwitches between station AM and FM radio bands.

! MPX button (see page 26)lf the TUNED or STEREO indicators don't lightwhen tuning to an FM station because the signal isweak, press the MPX button to switch the receiverinto mono reception mode. This should improve thesound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast.

@ SPEAKER buttonUse to switch the speaker system between A (on) ando f f .

# MIDNIGHT button (see page 24)Use when listening to movie soundtracks at lowvolume. This feature will enable you to hear quietsounds and not get jolted by loud or sudden soundeffects.

$ DVD 5.1ch buttonUse this button to switch between a DVD playerhooked up to the digital inputs and a 5.1 ch externaldecoder hooked up to the 5.1 ch analog inputs.

% DSP MODE button (see page 24)Use to switch between the various DSP modesavailable (HALL1, HALL 2, JAZZ, DANCE,THEATER1, THEATER 2) and DSP off. Use tocreate different surround sound effects from anystereo source.

^ SIGNAL SELECT button (see page 23)Use to select between an analog or digital signal.

& 2 /DTS button (see pages 23, 25)Use to switch between the various Dolby/DTSsurround modes.

* MASTER VOLUMEUse to set the overall listening volume.

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Display

1 SIGNAL SELECT indicatorsLights to indicate the type of input signal assignedfor the current component :2 DIGITAL : Lights when a DOLBY DIGITALsignal is played.DTS : Lights when a source with DTS audio signalsis played.ANALOG : Lights when an analog signal is selected.DIGITAL : Lights when a digital audio signal isselected.

2 DTS indicatorLights when DTS mode is being used.

3 2 DIGITAL indicatorWhen the 2 (DOLBY)/DTS mode of the receiver ison, this lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Digitalsignal. However, 2 PRO LOGIC lights during twochannel playback of Dolby Digital.

4 OVERLOAD indicatorThis lights when an analog signal is too high (theSIGNAL SELECT would have to be on ANALOG). Itindicates the sound is distorting and the input signalshould be reduced.

5 ATT indicatorLights when ATT is used to attenuate (reduce) thelevel of the input signal (can only be used inANALOG mode).

6 DIRECT indicatorLights when source DIRECT is in use. This functionbypasses all tone, balance, DSP and Dolby Surroundeffects.

7 SPEAKER indicatorShows if the speaker system is on or not. SP 3Ameans speakers are switched on. SP 3 meansspeakers are switched off.

8 MONITOR indicatorLights when MONITOR is selected. Used to hear arecording as it's being made (see page 28).

9 CHARACTER displayShows the radio frequency or function (DVD/LD, CD,etc.) receiver is using .

0 2 PRO LOGIC indicatorWhen the 2 (DOLBY)/DTS mode of the receiver ison, this lights to indicate playback of a two channelsource.

- DSP indicatorLights when any Advanced Theater or DSP mode isselected.

= MIDNIGHT indicatorLights when MIDNIGHT listening mode is in use.

~ LOUDNESS indicatorLights when the LOUDNESS is on. Use to boost thebass and treble at low volume.

! TUNER indicatorsMONO:Lights when the mono mode is set using theMPX button.TUNED:Lights when a broadcast is being received.STEREO:Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being receivedin auto stereo mode.

@ MASTER VOLUME LEVELShows the overall volume level. Volume level ismaintained even when the power is off. ---dBindicates the minimum level, and 0dB indicates themaximum level.• Depending on the level settings you make for

individual channels, the MAX level can rangebetween –10dB and 0dB.

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1 MULTI CONTROL buttonsUse to put the receiver/remote control in the statedmode.For other equipment controls, see Controlling theRest of Your System on pages 31-32.

2 RECEIVER button (see page 13)Use this button when setting up the surround soundfor the receiver.

3 NUMBER/MODE buttons (see pages 26, 31, 32)Use the number buttons to select the radio frequencyin tuner DIRECT ACCESS mode or the tracks in CD,DVD mode etc.

Also, buttons marked with the following names havespecial functions. If you try to use one of thesefunctions but the display flashes it means thatfunction cannot be used in the current mode (forexample DSP modes cannot be used when 5.1 CHsetting is on).2 (see pages 17, 25)Use to put receiver in DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBYSURROUND and DTS modes. To use first press theRECEIVER button then operate this button.

DSP mode (see pages 24)Use to put receiver in one of the DSP modes. To usefirst press the RECEIVER button then operate thisbutton.MIDNIGHT (see page 24)Use to put receiver in MIDNIGHT mode. To use firstpress the RECEIVER button then operate this button.5.1 ch (see page 24)When the DVD/LD or DVD 5.1 CH function isselected each press switches the DVD/LD inputbetween DVD/LD and DVD 5.1 CH. To use first pressthe RECEIVER button then operate this button.CHANNEL SELECT (see page 17-memo)Use to select a speaker when setting up the surroundsound of the receiver. To use first press theRECEIVER button then operate this button.TEST TONE (see page 17)Use to sound the TEST TONE when setting up thesurround sound of the receiver. To use first press theRECEIVER button then operate this button.ATTIf the Overload indicator lights often, use to attenuate(lower) the level of an analog input signal to preventdistortion. To use, press the RECEIVER button first,then press this button.CHANNEL LEVEL +/– (see page 17-memo)Use to set up the levels of the surround sound of thereceiver. To use first press the RECEIVER button thenoperate this button.SIGNAL SELECT (see page 23)Use to select the proper signal (analog, digital) for thesource your are inputting. To use first press theRECEIVER button then operate this button.

4 THE FOLLOWING FOUR SETS OF BUTTONSARE DEDICATED TV CONTROL. THEY AREONLY USED FOR CONTROLLING YOUR TV.FUNC buttonUse select the TV function.TV POWER buttonUse to turn on the power of the TV.TV CHANNEL +/– buttonsUse to change channels on your TV.TV VOLUME +/– buttonsUse to adjust the volume on your TV.

5 MENU buttonUse to access different menus associated with yourDVD player.

6 SOURCE buttonUse to turn on/off the components connected to thereceiver.

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7 THE FOLLOWING BUTTONS ARE BOTHCONTROLS FOR OTHER COMPONENTS (LIKEA DVD PLAYER) AND DEDICATED TUNERCONTROLS. THE TUNER CONTROLS AREEXPLAINED HERE. YOU CAN USE THEMAFTER YOU HAVE PUSHED THE TUNER MULTICONTROL BUTTON.CLASS button (see page 27)Use to switch between the three banks (classes) ofstation memories.MPX MODE button (see page 26)Use to switch between auto stereo and monoreception of FM broadcasts. If the signal is weak thenswitching to MONO will improve the sound quality.Also, this is the pause button for CDs, tapes, DVDs,etc.BAND button (see page 26)Use to switch between the AM and FM band when inTUNER mode.D. ACCESS button (see page 26)Use to directly access a radio station by pressing thenumber of the station you want.

8 LOUDNESS buttonUse to switch on the loudness. This feature is usefulfor getting good bass and treble sounds listening atlow volumes.

9 FUNCTION buttonUse to select the playback or recording source. Thisbutton lets you cycle through the different functionsof the receiver in the following order: CD, tuner,CDR/TAPE, VCDR/DVR, DVD/LD, DVD 5.1 CH., andTV/SAT.

0 RECEIVER (POWER) buttonThis switches between STANDBY mode and powerON for this receiver.

- FL DIMMER buttonUse this button to make the fluorescent display (FL)dimmer or brighter. There are three brightnesssettings as well as an off setting.

= LED DISPLAYThis display flashes when a command is sent fromthe remote control to the receiver. It also flashes atother times, for example when teaching the receiverpreset codes with specific meanings.

~ EFFECT +/– buttonsUse to add or subtract the amount of effect indifferent DSP sound modes or advanced listeningmodes.

! 2 3 (ST +/–) 5∞ (FQ +/–) & ENTER buttons(see pages 13-17, 26, 27, 31-32)Use these arrow buttons when setting up yoursurround sound system. These buttons are also usedto control DVD menus/options and for deck 1 of adouble cassette deck player. The FQ +/– buttons canbe used to find radio frequencies. The ST +/– buttonscan be used to select the stations of memorized radiofrequencies.

@ TOP MENU buttonIn DVD mode this button brings you to the top ormost fundamental menu.

# CHANNEL +/– buttonsUse to select the stations of memorized radiofrequencies. Also use to skip tracks backward orforward on CDs, DVDs, etc.

$ MUTING buttonUse to mute the sound or restore the sound if it hasbeen muted.

% MASTER VOLUME +/– buttonsUse to set the overall listening volume.

^ REMOTE SETUP button (see pages 29-30)Use this button when setting up the remote control tocontrol other components.

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06 Sound Modes

Learning about the Sound ModesThe sound modes are explained here.There are two cinema modes: STANDARD, and ADVANCED THEATER. These are designed to be used with multichannel surround sound audio/visual sources (like DVDs and LDs). Intrinsic to home theater, these modes can deliverrealistic and powerful surround sound that recreates the movie theater experience. You may need to experiment withthem to see which settings suit your home system and personal tastes.The DSP and STEREO modes are designed to be used with music sources but some DSP modes are also suited forfilm soundtracks. Again, try different settings with various soundtracks to see which you like.

2 STANDARD modeThis mode is for pure decoding of Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Surround soundtracks. No special effects are added.It is good for enjoying movies that have been recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or Dolby Surround.

You can identify Dolby Digital software by the 1 or marks. Most Dolby Surround software ismarked 3, but unmarked software may also incorporate Dolby Surround.

ADVANCED THEATER modesMUSICALSimulates the acoustic environment of a large concert hall and is suitable for music or musical sources marked 1

( ) or R

.DRAMASimulates the relaxed environment of a classic medium size movie theater, and is suitable for watching dramas on

sources marked 1 ( ) or R

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ACTIONSimulates the acoustic environment of a modern large movie theater. You can enjoy the power and dynamics of

motion picture audio which is suitable for action movies on sources marked 1 , or R

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EXPANDEDThis mode is especially designed to give sound depth to stereo sources. The overall effect builds a dynamic and broadsound space, allowing two-channel (stereo) signals to faithfully imitate a five speaker sound. Use with Dolby ProLogic for a stereo surround effect. You can also use with Dolby Digital sources for a wider stereo field thanSTANDARD mode.

DSP modesThe DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonicenvironments when playing standard (two-channel) stereo sources, Dolby Pro Logic sources, and Dolby Digital sources.DSP function does not work with the speakers set to off.HALL 1Simulates the acoustic environment of a large wooden concert hall. Complex delay of reflected sounds coupled withreverberation effects create a dynamic and beautiful sound characteristic of an orchestra performing in a concert hall,making it suitable for classical musicHALL 2Simulates the acoustic environment of a stone concert hall. The rich reverberations and natural fullness of the soundcreate the auditory impression of being in a concert hall, making it suitable for classical music.JAZZSimulates the acoustic environment of a jazz club. Less delay on the reflected sounds emphasizes the sensation ofhearing a live band.DANCESimulates the acoustic environment and strong bass sound of a nightclub. A short delay on the reflected soundsemulates the raw power of dance music.THEATER 1Adjusts the delay of the reflected sound to simulate the acoustic environment of a medium sized movie theater.THEATER 2Simulates the acoustic environment of a theater while maintaining proper localization of each channel.

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Switching ANALOG/DIGITALSignal InputWhen you select a function (for example CD) that isonly hooked up by a digital connection, then theANALOG/DIGITAL signal input switch willautomatically choose digital. If you have that functionhooked up by both digital and analog connections thisswitch lets you choose which to listen to.

1 Press RECEIVER.

This switches the remote to the surround setupmode.

2 Press SIGNAL SELECT to select the inputsignal corresponding to the sourcecomponent.

Each press switches between ANALOG and DIGITALsignal selection.

3 While SIGNAL SELECT is set to DIGITAL,2 DIGITAL lights when a Dolby Digitalsignal is input, DTS lights when a DTS signalis input.

MEMO:• SIGNAL SELECT is fixed in the “ANALOG” position

for components not assigned to one of the two digitalinput jacks.

• This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM(32kHz, 44kHz, and 48kHz), DTS, digital signalformats. With digital signal formats other than these,set SIGNAL SELECT to “ANALOG”.

• When a LD or CD player compatible with DTS isplayed back with SIGNAL SELECT set in “ANALOG”,digital noise may be output by playing back the DTSdirectly (no decoding). To prevent noise, you need tomake digital connections (Refer to page 6) and setSIGNAL SELECT to “DIGITAL”.

• Some DVD players don’t output DTS signals. Formore details, refer to the instruction manual suppliedwith your DVD player.


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Playing Sources with DolbyDigital or DTS Sound

1 Turn on the power of the playbackcomponent.

2 Turn on the power of the receiver.

Be sure that the standby indicator turns off on thefront panel.

3 Press a MULTI CONTROL button to selectthe source you want to playback.

If the DIRECT FUNCTION is OFF you have to usethe FUNCTION button to select the source (see p.30).

4 Press RECEIVER.

Then set the remote to select the sound mode.

5 Press SIGNAL SELECT to select DIGITAL.

(Refer to “Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL signal input”on this page.)

6 Press 2 to switch the Dolby/DTS mode on.

7 Start playback of the component youselected in step 1.

8 Press MASTER VOLUME (+/–) to adjust thevolume level.



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1 Press RECEIVER.

This sets the remote to select the sound mode.(You can skip this step when using the controls onthe receiver.)

2 Press DSP MODE to select the sound mode.

Each press changes the DSP mode as follows:

MEMO:• The amount of effect of each DSP mode can be

adjusted in the range of 10 to 90 (the default settingvalue is 70) by pressing EFFECT +/–.

DVD 5.1 ch. input playbackConnect a DVD player with 5.1 channel output to enjoythe surround sound created by 5.1 channel playback.

Selecting a Sound ModeTo ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure tocomplete the set up procedures described in “Setting Upfor Surround Sound” (starting on page 13) before usingthe sound modes. This is particularly important whenusing the 2 (Dolby) surround mode.

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There are two ways to switch on DVD 5.1CH mode. With the remote control press theDVD/LD MULTI CONTROL button. Thenpress the RECEIVER button and numberbutton 4 (5.1CH). On the main unit simplypress the DVD 5.1CH button.

Press number button 4 (5.1CH) on theremote to go back to the DVD/LD mode. Toexit this mode using the main unit simplypress other function button (DVD/LD, etc.).

MEMO:• When 5.1 ch input is selected, Dolby mode, DSP

mode, SIGNAL SELECT, ATT, DIRECT, TONE,MIDNIGHT mode and LOUDNESS cannot beoperated.

• When 5.1ch input is selected, only the volume leveland channel levels can be set.

MIDNIGHT Listening ModeWhen the volume is low, surround effects tend tobecome less than satisfactory. Turn the MIDNIGHTlistening mode on to enjoy the effects of qualitysurround sound even at low volumes. This mode allowsyou to hear effective surround sound of movies at lowvolume levels.

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RECEIVER

1 Press RECEIVER.

This sets the remote to select the sound mode.(You can skip this step when using the controls onthe receiver.)

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Each press switches MIDNIGHT listening mode on oroff.

MEMO:• The effect automatically adjusts according to the

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=HALL 1 = HALL 2 = JAZZ = DANCE

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Sound Modes

ADVANCED THEATER Mode(Dolby/DTS mode)Switch on the Dolby/DTS mode by pressing the 2button. When Dolby/DTS mode is ON, Dolby Pro Logic,Dolby Digital and DTS, and signal processing isperformed automatically corresponding to the inputsignal. Use this button to cycle through the variousmodes.

When the standard mode is selected, DSP modes are off.

1 Press RECEIVER.

This sets the remote to select the sound mode.(Skip this step when using the controls on thereceiver.)

2 Switch the Dolby/DTS mode on and off bypressing 2 on the remote control or 2/DTS on the front panel.

Each press changes the display as follows.

Refer to page 22 for more details about eachsurround effect.

MEMO:• The effects of Dolby/DTS mode can be adjusted in

the range of 10 to 90 by pressing EFFECT +/– (thedefault setting is 70). Also, the effect level can be setin each ADVANCED THEATER mode by pressing theEFFECT +/– button. The STANDARD mode cannotbe changed.

=STANDARD = MUSICAL = DRAMA

(OFF) + EXPANDED + ACTION +

Playing Other Sources

1 Turn on the power of the playbackcomponent.

2 Turn on the power of the receiver.

Be sure that the standby indicator turns off on thefront panel.

3 Press a MULTI CONTROL button to selectthe source you want to playback.

If the DIRECT FUNCTION is OFF you have to usethe MULTI JOG dial to select the source (see p.18,#7).

4 If necessary, press SIGNAL SELECT to selectthe input signal corresponding to the sourcecomponent.

5 Start playback of the component youselected in step 1.


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Finding a StationThe following steps show you how to tune in to FM andAM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) andmanual (step) tuning functions. If you already know theexact frequency of the station you want to listen to, seeTuning Directly to a Station below. Once you are tunedto a station you can memorize the frequency for recalllater—see Memorizing Stations on page 27 for more onhow to do this.

Using the Tuner

1 Press the MULTI CONTROL TUNER buttonon the remote control or turn the MULTIJOGDIAL on the receiver to select the tunermode.

2 Use the BAND button to change the band(FM or AM), if necessary.

Each press switches the band between FM and AM.

3 Tune to a station.

Automatic tuningTo search for stations in the currently selected band,press and hold either the FQ. + or FQ. – button forabout a second. The receiver will start searching forthe next station, stopping when it has found one.Repeat this step to search for other stations.

Manual tuningTo change the frequency one step at a time, press theFQ. + / FQ. – (5∞) buttons.

High speed tuningPress and hold the FQ. + or FQ. – button for highspeed tuning, releasing the button once the desiredfrequency is reached.

MPX modeIf the TUNED or STEREO indicators don't light whentuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, pressthe MPX button to switch the receiver into monoreception mode. This should improve the sound qualityand allow you to enjoy the broadcast.

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Tuning Directly to a StationSometimes, you'll already know the frequency of thestation you want to listen to. In this case, you can simplyenter the frequency directly using the number buttonson the remote control (this function is not availableusing the front panel controls of the receiver).

1 Press the MULTI CONTROL TUNER buttonon the remote control or turn the MULTIJOGDIAL on the receiver to select the tunermode.

2 Press the BAND button to select either FMor AM.

Each press switches the band between FM and AM.

3 Press D.ACCESS (DIRECT ACCESS).

4 Use the number buttons to enter thefrequency of the radio station.

Example: To tune to 106.00 (FM), press 1 – 0 – 6 –0 – 0

SP A STEREOTUNED

MEMO:• If you make a mistake while inputting the frequency,

press the D.ACCESS button twice to cancel thefrequency and start again.



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Memorizing StationsIf you often listen to a particular radio station, it'sconvenient to have the receiver store the frequency foreasy recall whenever you want to listen to that station.This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time.The VSX-D510 can memorize up to 30 stations, storedin three banks, or classes, (A, B and C) of 10 stationseach. When memorizing FM frequencies, the receiveralso stores the MPX setting (auto stereo or mono, seep.26). The process for memorizing stations is onlypossible from the controls on the front panel of thereceiver.

1 Tune to a station you want to memorize.

See Finding a Station and Tuning Directly to aStation, on pages 26 and this page, for more on howto do this.

2 Press MEMORY.

The display shows a blinking memory class.

SP A STEREOTUNED

3 Press CLASS to select one of the threeclasses.

Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through thethree available classes, A, B and C.

4 Press STATION +/– to select the desiredstation memory number.

Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through the10 available station memories in each class.After choosing the location you want, the preset classand number blink for about 5 seconds and thereceiver stores the station.Repeat steps 1 to 4 to memorize up to 30 stations.

2 3 1

Using the Tuner

Recalling Memorized StationsHaving memorized up to 30 stations (see this page forhow to do this), preset stations can be easily recalled.

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1 Press the MULTI CONTROL TUNER button onthe remote control or turn the MULTIJOGDIAL on the receiver to select the tunermode.

2 Press CLASS to select the class in which thestation is stored.

Repeatedly pressing this button cycles through thethree available classes, A, B and C.

3 Use the STATION +/– buttons to select thestation memory in which the station isstored.

Alternatively, recall the station memory using thenumber buttons on the remote control.

MEMO:• If the receiver is left disconnected from the AC power

outlet for a lengthy period, the station memories willbe lost and will have to be reprogrammed.

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08 Making a Recording

Making an Audio or a VideoRecordingThe following steps show you how to make an audio ora video recording from the built in tuner, or from anaudio or video source connected to the receiver (such asa CD player or TV). Recordings can be made to a CD-Recorder, cassette deck, MD, VCR, or DVR deckconnected to the CD-R/TAPE/MD, VCR or DVR in/outconnectors.

MEMO:The receiver's volume, balance, tone (bass, treble,loudness), and surround effects have no effect on therecorded signal.

1MONITOR

1 Turn the MULTIJOG DIAL on the receiver orpress the FUNCTION button on the remotecontrol to select a source to record (you canalso use the MULTI CONTROL buttons on theremote control to select a source).

All functions except MONITOR are accessible fromthe remote control.

2 Prepare the program source.

Tune to the radio station, load the CD, etc. For avideo recording load the video, DVD etc.


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3 Insert a blank tape, MD, video etc. into therecording device connected to either CD-R/MD/TAPE or VCR/DVR and set the recordinglevels.

Refer to the instructions that came with the recorderif you are unsure how to do this. Most videorecorders set the audio recording levelautomatically—check your video's instructionmanual if you are unsure whether yours has manualcontrols.

4 Start recording, then start playback of thesource component.

Record MONITORYou can listen to (monitor) the recording as it's beingmade using the MONITOR button on the front panel (acassette deck would have to have a record monitorfunction).Press the MONITOR button to switch between therecorded signal and the original source signal.

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09Controlling the Rest of Your System

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1 Press REMOTE SET UP and 1 at the sametime to select the preset mode.

The LED on the remote control starts to blink.To cancel the preset mode at any timePress REMOTE SET UP.

2 Press the MULTI CONTROL button for thecomponent you want to control.

Each button can be set to control one of thefollowing componentsDVD/LD : DVD or LD playerTV/SAT : TV or Satellite tunerVCR/DVR : VCR or Digital Video RecorderCD : CD playerCD-R/TAPE/MD : CD Recorder or Tape deck or MD playerTV CONT : TV or Cable TV tuner

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Setting Up the Remote ControlRecalling preset codesThe following steps show you how to recall preset codesfor each MULTI CONTROL button. Once the preset codeis assigned, pressing the button will automatically set theremote to operate the respective component.

MEMO:• Refer to “Preset Code List” on page 33 for the

components and manufacturers available.• Refer to “Controlling the Rest of Your System” on

pages 31-32 for detailed explanations on how tooperate your other components.

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The LED lights steadily and the first manufacturer(and preset code(s)) appear in the display.If no commands are entered the receiverautomatically exits the preset code mode after 20seconds.

3 Press % or fi repeatedly to display the nameof the component’s manufacturer.

If necessary, press @ or # to see if an alternativecode from the same manufacturer is available.A list of all available preset codes is provided on page33.If no commands are entered the receiverautomatically exits the preset code mode after 20seconds.

4 Point the remote toward the component tobe controlled, enter the 3 digit setup code.

When you enter the setup code, the remote emits apower ON/OFF signal. If the component turns ON orOFF, you have entered the proper code.If the component does not turn ON or OFF and thereis more than one setup code, press @ or # to selectanother code in step 3 or try inputting another code(starting again from step 2).Some manufacturers use several sets of remotecontrol signals and the first code may not correspondto your component.

Repeat steps 2 through 4 to assign preset codesfor as many components as necessary.

5 Press REMOTE SET UP to exit the presetmode.

The remote control returns to the previous operationmode.

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Direct Function (MULTICONTROL)The direct function is a useful feature which allows youkeep the receiver in one function (for example,controlling your CD player) while putting the remotecontrol in a different function. This could let you, forexample, use the remote control to set up and listen to aCD on the receiver and then use the remote control torewind a tape in your VCR while you continue to listento your CD player.When the DIRECT function is ON any MULTICONTROL button you press will change the function ofboth the receiver and the remote control. When youturn a DIRECT function OFF, you can operate theremote control without affecting the receiver. Thus youcould switch the remote control to the VCR and operatethat component while the receiver plays a differentcomponent.

1 To turn the DIRECT function OFF (thedefault setting is ON), press REMOTE SETUP and number button 3 at the same time.

2 To turn the DIRECT function ON (if youhave turned it off), press REMOTE SET UPand number button 2 at the same time.

TV CONT doesn’t have this feature and thus can’t usethe DIRECT FUNCTION.

Controlling the Rest of Your System

Clearing All the RemoteControl SettingsClears all presets and restores factory default settings.

1 Press and hold REMOTE SETUP and 0 at thesame time for more 3 seconds.

The LED display at the top of the remote control willblink. After blinking three times, all the settings willbe cancelled.

MEMO• When operating a PIONEER DVD/LD player, set the

manufacturer code to “111” in the preset mode.• All codes enrolled in the manufacturer code list can

be set even if a code is not displayed.• TUNER cannot be preset.• If no commands are entered the receiver

automatically exits the preset code mode after 20seconds.

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CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVR Player/Cassette Deck ControlsThis remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes (see p.29-30).Use the MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.


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Preset Code List


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DVD ABIHSOT 100

YNOS 200

CINOSANAP 300

CVJ 400

GNUSMAS 500

PRAHS 600

IAKA 700

ACR 900

REENOIP 111,300,000

DL YNOS 101

CINOSANAP 601,501

DOOWNEK 301

SPILIHP 401

ACR 701

IHSIBUSTIM 001

REENOIP 111,001

VT ACR 326,016,716,616,516,106026,306,816,206,126

HTINEZ 026,306

XOVANGAM 306,016,706,926,216

EG ,016,706,806,106,826,116816,206,716

CINOSANAP 706,226,806

YNOS 406

ABIHSOT 126,206,626,506

IHSIBUSTIM 126,206,016,906

IHCATIH 816,016,526,426,606

CVJ 326,316

PRAHS 726,916,206

OYNAS 126,416

SPILIHP 706

RATSDLOG 206,126,326,016

TNEIDARG 036

KCAHSOIDAR 206,126,326,016

REENOIP 006

VTAC DLORREJ ,217,117,407,307,207,107617,517,417,317

AS 907,807,607,507

HTINEZ 717,017,707

REENOIP 007

TAS ACR 302,102

YNOS 202

RATSOHCE 502

REENOIP 002

VTD CINOSANAP 722

REENOIP 622,702

RVD REENOIP 654

DC YNOS 813,713,613,103

SCINHCET 623,403

DOOWNEK 123,113,013

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SPILIHP 223,213

AHAMAY 823,513,413

CVJ 303

CAET 723,523,423,603,503

OYKNO 023,803,703

ZTNARAM 423,213,323

OYNAS 313

SUMITPO 003

REENOIP 003

R-DC SPILIHP 643

REENOIP 543

EPAT YNOS 608,108

SCINHCET 308

DOOWNEK 708,408

CAET 508

NONED 018

OYKNO 908,808

AHAMAY 218,118

CVJ 208

REHSIF 318

ACR 008

SUMITPO 008

REENOIP 008

DM YNOS 109

DOOWNEK 309

PRAHS 209

CAET 409

OYKNO 509

NONED 609

REENOIP 209,)TADROF(709,009

RCV ACR ,414,804,604,514,314,104,814,204,334,234,114,504

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HTINEZ 714,404,304

XOVANGAM 304,624,804,414

REHSIF 024,524,014,724,624,214

CINOSANAP 334,234,804

ABIHSOT 624,904,504

CVJ ,804,134,034,924,824,704414

IHCATIH 104,804,634,434,604

YNOS ,954,854,754,714,614,404804

IHSIBUSTIM ,424,324,224,124,024,904704,804

OYNAS 214,534,524,014

PRAHS 914,814,204

RATSDLOG 904,114

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SUMITPO 914,814,204,334,234,804

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10 Additional Information

The power does not turn ON.• Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.• Disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and

insert again.• Make sure there are no loose strands of speaker wire

touching the rear panel. This could cause the receiverto shut off automatically.

The unit does not respond when the buttons arepressed.No sound is output when a function is selected.• Make sure the component is connected correctly

(refer to pages 6 to 11).• If MUTING is on, press MUTING on the remote

control to turn it off.• Adjust MASTER VOLUME.• If MONITOR is on, press the MONITOR button to

turn it off.• If no speakers are selected, press SPEAKERS to

select the speakers you connected.

No image is output when a function is selected.• Make sure the component is connected correctly

(refer to pages 6 to 11).• Press the correct function button.

Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.• Tune in the correct frequency.• Connect the antenna (refer to page 9).• Route 2 RF and digital cables away from the

antenna terminals and wires.• Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best

reception, and secure to a wall.• Connect an outdoor FM antenna (refer to page 9).• Adjust the direction and position for best reception.• Connect an additional internal or external AM

antenna (refer to page 9).• Turn off the equipment causing the noise or move it

away from the receiver.• Place the antenna farther away from the equipment

causing the noise.

Broadcast stations cannot be selected automatically.• Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to page 9).

No sound from surround or center speakers.• Refer to “SPEAKERS setting mode” on pages 13 to 16

to check the speaker settings.

TroubleshootingIncorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong withthis component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the othercomponents and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checkslisted below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

If the unit does not operate normally due to externaleffects such as static electricity disconnect the powerplug from the outlet and insert again to return to normaloperating conditions.

• Refer to “Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel”on page 17 to check the speaker levels.

• Connect the speakers (refer to page 10).

Sound is produced from other components, but notfrom LD or DVD player.• Set SIGNAL SELECT to “DIGITAL” or “ANALOG”

according to the type of connections made. (refer topage 23).

• Set the digital input settings correctly (refer to page17).

• Make digital connections (refer to page 6) and setSIGNAL SELECT to “DIGITAL” (refer to page 23).

• Refer to the instruction manual supplied with theDVD player.

No sound is output or a noise is output whensoftware with DTS is played back.• Set the digital volume level of the player to full, or to

the neutral position.

When a search is performed by a DTS compatibleCD player during playback, noise is output.• This is not a malfunction, but be sure to turn the

volume down to prevent the output of loud noisefrom your speakers.

Cannot be remote controlled.• Replace the batteries (refer to page 4).• Operate within 23 feet ( 7 m), 30° of the remote

sensor on the front panel (refer to page 4).• Remove the obstacle or operate from another

position.• Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel

to direct light.

The display is dark or off.• Press FL DIMMER on the remote control repeatedly

to return to the default.

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Amplifier SectionContinuous average power output of 100watts* per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from 20Hz to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0.2 %**total harmonic distortion (front).

Continuous Power OutputFront ............... 100 W per channel (1kHz, 1.0 %, 8 Ω)Center ................................ 100 W (1kHz, 1.0 %, 8 Ω)Surround ........ 100 W per channel (1kHz, 1.0 %, 8 Ω)

Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)CD, VCR/DVR, CD-R/TAPE/MD, DVD/LD, TV/SAT........................................................ 200 mV/47 kΩ

Frequency ResponseCD, VCR/DVR, CD-R/TAPE/MD, DVD/LD, TV/SAT......................................... 5 Hz to 100,000 Hz dB

Output (Level/Impedance) VCR/DVR REC, CD-R/TAPE/MD REC....................................................... 200 mV/2.2 kΩ

Tone ControlBASS ............................................... ± 6 dB (100 Hz)TREBLE ........................................... ± 6 dB (10 kHz)LOUDNESS ............. +9 dB/+9 dB (100 Hz/10 kHz)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF, short circuited, A network)CD, VCR/DVR, CD-R/TAPE/MD, DVD/LD, TV/SAT....................................................................... 96 dB

Signal-to Noise Ratio [EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz)]CD, VCR/DVR, CD-R/TAPE/MD, DVD/LD, TV/SAT....................................................................... 79 dB

Video SectionInput (Sensitivity/Impedance)

VCR/DVR, DVD/LD, TV/SAT............................................................ 1 Vp-p/75 Ω

Output (Level/Impedance)VCR/DVR ............................................. 1 Vp-p/75 Ω

Frequency ResponseVCR/DVR, DVD/LD, TV/SAT → MONITOR................................................ 5 Hz to 7 MHz dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 55 dBCross Talk ........................................................... 55 dB

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FM Tuner SectionFrequency Range ...................... 87.5 MHz to 108 MHzUsable Sensitivity

........................ Mono:13.2 dBf, IHF (1.3 µV/ 75 Ω)50 dB Quieting Sensitivity .................... Mono: 20.2 dB

Stereo: 38.6 dBfSignal-to-Noise Ratio ............. Mono: 73 dB (at 85 dBf)

Stereo: 70 dB (at 85 dBf)Distortion .................................. Stereo: 0.5 % (1 kHz)Alternate Channel Selectivity ............. 60 dB (400 kHz)Stereo Separation ................................... 40 dB (1 kHz)Frequency Response ............. 30 Hz to 15 kHz (±1 dB)Antenna Input (DIN) ........................ 75 Ω unbalanced

AM Tuner SectionFrequency Range ...................... 530 kHz to 1,700 kHzSensitivity (IHF, Loop antenna) .................... 350 µV/mSelectivity ........................................................... 25 dBSignal-to-Noise Ratio .......................................... 50 dBAntenna .................................................. Loop antenna

MiscellaneousPower Requirements .......................... AC 120 V, 60 HzPower Consumption ......................................... 250 WIn Standby ............................................................ 1 WAC Outlet ......................... 100 W MAX. (SWITCHED)Dimensions ............. 420 (W) x 158 (H) x 391 (D) mm

(16-9/16 (W) x 6-4/16 (H) x 15-6/16 (D) in.)Weight (without package) ............. 8.5 kg (18 lb 12 oz)

Furnished PartsAM loop antenna ....................................................... 1FM wire antenna ........................................................ 1Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6P) ........................... 2Remote control .......................................................... 1Operating instructions ............................................... 1

NOTE:• Specifications and the design are subject to possible

modifications without notice, due to improvements.+0–3

* Measured pursuant to the Federal TradeCommission’s Trade Regulation rule on Power OutputClaims for Amplifiers.

** Measured by Audio Spectrum Analyzer.

Published by Pioneer Corporation.Copyright © 2000 Pioneer Corporation.All rights reserved.

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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchasedis only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider howyou can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. Thismanufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s ConsumerElectronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment byplaying it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud andclear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly,without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level”adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actuallybe loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting yourequipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:• Start your volume control at a low setting.• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and

clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damageor loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

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Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime offun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is oftenundetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the ElectronicIndustries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend youavoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels isincluded for your protection.

DecibelLevel Example

30 Quiet library, soft whispers40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock

at two feet.

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUSUNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE

90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap140 Gunshot blast, jet plane180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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