Pioneer Vsx 452 Users Manual

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VSX-452 97110211

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AUDIO/VIDEO

SIEREO

RECEIVER

VSX-452

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Demonstration

mode

• The demonstration mode is activated by turning on the power
switch while holding down the RETURN button (from power
standby condition). The demonstration will appear on the display.
• Press any other switch to cancel the demonstration.

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Rease 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 jn a safe place for future reference.
In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power
outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory
drawings. However, the method of connecting and operating the unit
is the same.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS
(POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPUANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
[For U.S. and Canadian models]

PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Rease
write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in
a secure area. This is for your security.

[For Canadian modal]
CAUTION: TO PREVENT

ATTENTION:

POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIOUES NE
PAS UTIUSER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR
UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT,
SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN
LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.

RETURN

function

This function returns the unit to a set of initial settings and ready
to broadcast tuner. This is helpful during troubleshooting or when
no sound is output. For details, refer to page 13.

PIONEER
The Art of Entertainment

IMPORTANT
CAUTION

The

lightning

triangle,

flash

with

is intended

uninsulsted

arrowhead,

to alert

"dangerous

er_iosure

that may

s risk of electric

the

within

voltage"

within

be of sufficient

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CAUTION:

an equilateral

user to the

presence

the

magnitude

product's

PREVENT

NOT

to constitute

THE

REMOVE

PARTS

QUALIFIED

OF ELECTRIC

COVER

SERVICEABLE

to persons.

RISK

(OR

BACK).

INSIDE.

SERVICE

SHOCK,
NO

REFER

point

intended

the

to alert

operating

USER-

SERVICING

The'exclamation

the

within

user

and maintenance

literature

an equilateral

to the

presence

(servicing)

accompanying

the

triangle

of important
instructions

appliance.

PERSONNEL.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ

INSTRUCTIONS
instructions

should

All the

safety

be read

POWER

end operating

before

the

appliance

operated.
RETAIN

INSTRUCTIONS

instructions

The

should

safety

and

operating

retained

for

future

WARNING
the

- All wsrnings

operating

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instructions

INSTRUCTIONS

instructions
WATER

washbowl,

WALL

stable
OR

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a bathtub,

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etc.

installed

The

appliance

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them,

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the

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to operate

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requirements
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product

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to be

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appliance
cloth

furniture
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or

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since

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to
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If you are unable
to insert
the plug
outlet,
try reversing
the plug.
If the

purpose

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See Fig.

should

be
type
or

plug should
still fail to fit, contact
your electrician
replace
your
obsolete
outlet.
Do not defeat

volatile

and

electrode.

from

appliance.

your

a polarized

will fit into the
safety
feature.
fully into the

are

receptacles,

blade

with

unit,

personnel.

registers,

Power-supply

they

the following
instructions.
with a polarized
alternating

Other

grounding

discharge

amplifiers)

instructions

that

from

clean

wire

through

pinched
by items
placed
Pay particular
attention
to

exit

one

and

lead-in

combination

stops,

uneven
surfaces
may cause
combination
to overturn.

with

mast

electrodes,

grounding

surges
Electrical

the

of the

unit,

voltage

be
as

information

grounding

structure,

National

provides

outside

terminal,

service

described

service

proper

against

static charges.
section
810 of the
70,

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enclosure

not attempt

All other

antenna

is grounded

protection

connection

moved

in performance.

dropped

should

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to the
system

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when:

plug

exposed

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appliance

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some

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and built-up
In the U.S.A.

be taken

are not spilled

personnel

cord
or

provide

left

CART

appliance

damaged.
SERVICING
-

appliance

of air

situated

radiators,

operating

convenience
they

POLARIZATION

The appliance
or exhibits

such as a bookcase
the

should

the

walked
against

with

•

openings;

on the appliance.
PROTECTION

CLEANING

has

operating

The
appliance
s power
supply
only

be routed

safety

the appliance.
The appliance

the

appliances

should

having

service

•

when

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is connected

the

heat.

POWER
SOURCES
connected
to

provided

by a Pioneer

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such

produce

where

be serviced

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sure

should

on s bed, sofa,

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appliance

plugs,

appliance

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center

damaged.
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have fallen,

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not interfere

should

the

installation,

or other

marked
POWER-CORD

does

the

SERVICE

qualified

ANTENNA

antenna
appliance

of time.

ENTRY

power-supply

OUTDOOR

be located

of the

openings.

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stoves,

The

period

MOULD

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cord

from

REQUIRING

For example,

block

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ventilation

that

for a long

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or ceiling.

should

or position

surface

or cabinet

to a wall

ventilation.

notbe

heat

unused
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unplugged

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MOUNTING

its location

should

DAMAGE

use

should

near

antenna

so that objects
do not fall and liquids
into the enclosure
through
openings.

to.

and

appliance

laundry

appliance

not be mounted

its proper

The

sink,

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VENTILATION

HEAT

operating

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near

The

adhered

location.

should

the

water
kitchen

basement,
LOCATION

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and

be followed.

MOISTURE
near

appliance

should
-

should

ANO

be used

on the

An outdoor

from
power
lines.
PERIODS
- The power

should

OBJECT

reference.
HEED

LINES

away
NONUSE

to User

or modifications

carried out without

appropriate

authorization

may invalidate

the user's

right to operate

the equipment,

CODE

CONTENTS
BEFORE OPERATING, ADJUST THE POSITION OF THESE SWITCHES .......................................................
ACCESSORY ITEMS .........................................................................................................................
SURROUND EFFECT .........................................................................................................................
DOLBY 3CH LOGIC ..........................................................................................................................
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, DOLBY 3CH LOGIC CENTER MODE ........................................................
SPEAKER INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................
SIMULATED STEREO ........................................................................................................................
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AUDIO

SYSTEM

CONNECTIONS

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VIDEO

SYSTEM

CONNECTIONS

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SPEAKER

CONNECTIONS

MULTI-ROOM

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CONNECTIONS

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AUTO

TUNING

MANUAL

TUNING

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TUNING

PRESET TUNING
RECEIVING

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FM SIMULCAST

TV PROGRAMS

RECORDING

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WITH

A CASSETTE

FOR BETTER RECEPTION

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We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just
purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's
time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic
Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to
get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without
annoying blaring or distortiorv--and, most importantly, without
affecting your sensitive heating.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level"
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can
actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by
setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing
adapts.
To establish u 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 establisheda comfortable
• Set the dial and leave it there.

Used wisely, your new soundequipment 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. This
list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level
30
40
50
6O
70
80

.Enmple
Quiet library, soft whispers
Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet Office
Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at
two feet.

THE FOLLOWING
UNDER CONSTANT
90
100
120
140
180

NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS
EXPOSURE

Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
Gunshot blast, jet plane
Rocket launching pad

Infomm6cm comte=)' of the Deafness

Research Fomglatice.

sound level:

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

t BEFORE OPERATING,
TWO VOLTAGE

ADJUST

THE POSITION

SELECTOR SWITCHES

CHANNEL STEP SWITCH
(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)

Only multi-voitage models are provided with these switches. U.S.,
Canadian, European, U.K. and Australian models are not provided with
these switches.

[100 kHzll0 kHz] position:
Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of 1O0 kHz,
AM 10 kHz.
[50 kHz/9 kHz] position:
Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step of 50 kHz,
AM 9 kHz.
NOTE."
When unsure about the channel allocation for your area, consult your
dealer for correct information.

CAUTION:

AC 110V

TWO

VOLTAGE

AC 120
-127V

SELECTORS

AC 220V

AC 240V'-

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120

-127V

220V

240V

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120V-127V

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display may stop at the wrong frequency, resulting in an inability to
reproduce receptionsignals at their propersound quality. For this reason,
be sure to confirm that the values are set correctly before first using
the unit.

2. First, insert a screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at
the right, and adjust so that the tipof the groove points to the voltage
value of your area.
3. Next, insert a screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at
the left and adjust until the voltage is the same as at the right.

t,t0-1Z71f

The unit has been factory preset to the channel allocation for the area
in which it is to be sold. If these values are set incorrectly, the frequency

Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127 V and 220 V only. Never use
this model with 110 V setting in Ssudi Arabia.
The line voltage selector switches are on the rear panel. Before your
model is shipped from the factory, these switches are set to the power
requirements of the destination. Check that they are set properly before
plugging the power cord into the household wall socket. If the voltage
is not properly set or if you move to an area where the voltage
requirements differ, adjust the selector switches as follows.
1. Use a medium-size screwdriver.

TWO VOLTAGE
SELECTORS

]

OF THESE SWITCHES

220v
Z40V

NOTE..
Both switches must be in the same switch
setling; otherwise, unit can be damaged.

ACCESSORY ITEMS

D
Power cord

FM Antenna

AM Loop Antenna

Precaution

regarding

If the cassette

Installation

tape deck

position

of cassette

is installed in the (_

unit

Dry cell batteries
(size "AAA"
(RO3/UM-4))

shown

control

deck.
in

the drawing below, it may be adversely affected during playback.
If possible,
it's better to install it in the _) position.

Receiver

Remote

positions

SURROUND

EFFECT

This unit has a built-in surround processor for adding presence and an

• DOLBY* PRO LOGIC SURROUND:

expansive effect to the sound.

Choose this setting for movies and music (especially Video Discs and

• STUDIO:

video tapes bearing the [_
I OOI.BYSURROUNDJ mark) playback.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND continuously detects the size and

Select this position to enjoy the effect of listeningto music in e recording
studio.
The source sound is output as it is through the front speakers, with
reverberation output through the rear speakers.
This is particularly suitable for a source that has e lot of reverberation.

• SIMULATED SURROUND:
The "SIMULATED SURROUND" creates effects of reverberated and
reflected sound from the walls end ceiling similarto a concert hall. These
sound-effects added to the actual sound from the source make you feel
as if you were in a more expanded space. The different ranges of the
expanded space can be set by the DELAY TIME button.
Set the Delay Time to 16 ms or 20 ms for a live-house concert. For
chamber music, set to 20 ms. For orchestral music, set to 30 ms. The
"SIMULATED SURROUND" also gives effects on monaural sources by
outputting the reverberated sound from rear speakerswhile keeping the
output sound from front speakers as it is. Turn on the "SIMULATED
SURROUND" for a monauralsource to gaineffective surroundplayback.

direction of the dominant signal and cancels undesirable crosstalk,
thereby providing signal emphasis.
It makes you cleady perceive the directions where music comes from.
Real flow of sound also can be re-created naturally using this feature.
You can feel as if being in the outstanding and expansive sound field.
When using DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, e delay time setting of
20 ms is commonly used. Use a different setting if you prefer.
Even if they do not bear the I']D[ OOLIBY_
] mark, some
video recordings may be Dolby Surround encoded.
Choose the SIMULATED SURROUND mode if the source sound signal
is mono. Little or no sound will be heard from the surround speakers
if the STADIUM or DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND mode is selected.
With DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, monaural source sound will be
heard only from the center channelat settingsother than the PHANTOM
position.
Note:
Dolby Surround will not operate correctly if the signal passesthrough
a graphic equalizer.
When using Dolby Surround, set the graphic equalizer for flat
response or to its "through" (oroff) setting, if you have one in use.

DOLBY 3CH LOGIC
Cqmbining the rear speaker signal with that of the front speakersresults
in your being able to enjoy a regenerated sound field which has
comparatively more presence and a more expansive feeling from the
front 3 channels (front L, front R, and center speakers) than that of
ordinary stereo regeneration.

I DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, DOLBY 3CH LOGIC CENTER MODE
[For DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND and DOLBY 3CH
LOGIC]
You can choose from the following settings:
Center Mode Choices:
When using a center speaker:
• NORMAL -- Low range frequencies, which have little effect on
directionality and positioning, are routed to the left and right front
speakers. So you can use a relatively smell size speaker as the center
speaker.
• WIDE -- If you use a large size center speaker, choose this setting.
The full frequency range of the Dolby Surround center channel, from
low to high, is routed to the center speaker.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Additiona/ly licensed under one or more of the
following patents: U.S. number 3,959,590: Canadian numbers
1,004,603 and 1,037,877. NDolby", NPro Logic" and the double-D
symbol
are trademarks
of Dolby
Laboratories
Licensing
Corporation.

Fabriqu6 sous licence
de Dolby
Laboratories
Licensing
Corpora_on et sous un ou plusiers des brevets suivants: U.S.A.
3,959,590; Canada 1,004,603 et 1,037,877. _'DOLBY,"Pro Logic," et
le symbole double-D sont des marques de Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation."

When not using a center speaker: DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND only
• PHANTOM -- The signal which would have been sent to the center
speaker is divided equally between the left and right front speakers.

SPEAKER INSTALLATION
Speaker

Installation

Examples

for Surround

To get the most out of the surround system, place the speakers as
shown below,

If the rear speakers are positioned at an extreme distance, the surround
level becomes unable to adjust and the surround effect will not be fully
achieved.
NOTE:

An example of speaker location

• To avoid

interference

magnetically

with

for the center speaker
• Position

the picture

shiekJed speaker systems.
since it is usually

the left end/_ght

Center

speaker

FRONT

Rear left

REAR

speaker

SIMULATED
transforms

• Rear speakers

from

or behind the TVset.

with the picture if you position

are best positioned

slightly

Sound

it next to

above ear level.

speaker

Rear right

monaural signals into simulated

listening to AM broadcasts,

stereo sound.

a sense of stereo presence

or VCR and other monaural

when

signal sources.

NOTE:
The simulated

stereo

function

can also be used

sources, but it will resurf in an effect somewhat
stereo

to the TV.

at equal distances

STEREO

Use it when you wish to experience

closest

use

important

speaker

This function

Front right

to coincide

TV set,

six feat from each other.

• Position the center speaker above, below,

Front left

located

channel speakers

the TV set and approximately
may not appear
the TV set.

on a nearby

This is particularly

sound.

with stereo

different

sound

from the normal

-AUDIO

SYSTEM

CONNECTIONS

NOTE
Stretch
NOTE

* Illustration shows U.S. and Canadian models.

FOR FM ANTENNA:
the antenna
FOR AM

out to its full length,

_nd att/x Jt to _ wall, etc.

LOOP ANTENNA:

The antenna should be placed at a distance from the receiver,
not be allowed

Accessory

to touch metallic

objects.

Avoid p/acing it near CD players,

personal

and other

Accessory
FM antenna

devices generating

computers,

and should

te/evision

sets,

radio frequencies.

CD player

AM Loop antenna

Turntable

l? o
Power
amplifier

AC wall socket

Setting
Up the AM Antenna
• Insert the claw on the bottom of the antenna into the hole in the
leg.
• Place the antenna on a level surface and rotate it to locate the
orientation that yields the best reception.
• Use the attachment hole in the leg to screw to wall or other
location, then insert the claw on the bottom of the antenna into
the hole in the leg (fixing the antenna in the direction that gives
the best reception).
Lead wire

Cassette deck 1

Cassette deck 2

* Use if you want to use an additional power amplifier to boost center

Lead wire

channel power output.

coN_$
VIDEO SYSTEM

CONNECTIONS

* Illustration shows U.S. and Canadian models.
LD player

AUDIO VI/_DEO
OUT

OUT

L
R

_AC

wall
socket

VIDEO
IN

L
R
(REC)
IN
VCR

(PLAY)
OUT
TV Monitor

CONNECTIONS

l SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
* Illustration

U.S.

and Canadian

Front/Rear
speaker
cord
connection

_o_

shows

Push _he lever up (or down).

FRONT

]
models.

(_ Insert the cord.
(_) Pull the lever beck.

Right

_) _"

_,31_

Center

Left

_,,_l_]
___)

NOTE."
Use speakers of impedance 8 f2 -- 16 _.

Center speaker cord
connection
(_

Push the lever down.

Insert the cord.

Pull the lever back.

* NOTE
_0 _

__,_

*NOTE."
Use if you want
amplifier

to use an additional power

to boost

output. Refer
instructions.

center

to page

channel

]

power

7 for connection

NOTE."
When connecting
a super woofer system such as the Pioneer
S- W1000, connect it to the same speaker tetrnina_s (A or B) to which

Left

the front speakers are connected.
Connecting
the front speakers
and super woofer system to termina_ A and B respectively wi# result
in reduced

volume

from the front speakers.

Right

NO TE:
Front (R)

Super woofer

Front (L)

Do not allow any of the cord's conductors to protrude from the terminals
or touch any other conductors. Malfunctioning or breakdowns may
occur when conductors come into contact with each other.

CONNECTIONS

MULTI-ROOM

CONNECTIONS

* Illustration shows U.S. and Canadian models.

NOTE:
• Be careful not to make the wrong
connections for CONTROL IN/OUT (black/

[Set-up example]

and MULTI-ROOM REMOTE IN (green).
• If Sub room remote control is used to

Speaker

Remote

adjust volume when the front panel
SPEAKERS A button is ON, the Main room

control unit

speaker volume will also change. For
operation of Sub room only, be sure the
SPEAKERS A button is OFF.

A
I Sub Room

• If you connect to the CONTROL jacks of
other components, such as a CD player or
cassette deck, bearing the a mark, you can
also enjoy remote control of these
components from Sub Room. (For details
concerning connections, refer to page 11 .)

I
A/V system (including VSX-452)

Speaker A

.°in.oo \

]

Main Room
Green

Speaker A (L)

TV monitor

Speaker A (R)

Speaker B (L)

Speaker B (R)

MR-100

Black

Sub Room

* Illustration

shows

U.S.

and Canadian

models.

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FM/AM ANTENNA terminals
Connectto FM andAM antennas.
_) PHONO
Connect

(-I_ Page 7)

(_ FRONT SPEAKERS terminals |-I_ Page 9)

input jacks (-I_ Page 7)

to the output

@®@

A: Connect

to the first set of speakers.

B: Connect

to the second set of speakers.

Use speakers

of impedance

8 Q--16

cables from a turntable.

(_) CONTROL IN/OUT jacks
(_) CD input jacks (-I_ Page 7)
Connect

to the output

IN:

jacks of a compact

_) GND terminal (,,_ Page 7).
Connect

the turntable

ground

Connect

this jack

remote control
this unit.

disc player.
OUT:

Connect
remote

lead to this terminal.
NOTE:

(_) LD input jacks (-I_ Page 8)

in IN jack.

Connect

on the component

to an LD player's

output

jacks (audio, video).

(_ REAR SPEAKERS terminals
Connect

the rear speakers to these

Use rear speakers

of impedance

(-I_ Page 9)

components

(main unit or

of this unit to control

when using the

the other components.

remote sensor does not function

To operate, point the remote control
to which the receiver's

to control

when a plug is inserted
unit at the remote sensor

IN jack

is connected.

When using
the MR-IO0

terminals.

8 _--

Pioneer

using those components

this jack to other Pioneer components
control

Loosen the screw, connect the ground lead, and then tighten the screw.

The receiver's

to other

unit) when

16 Q.

Q CENTER SPEAKER terminals (-I_ Page 9)
Connect

the center speaker

Use center speakers

to these terminals.

of impedance

8 Q--16

___._

t_.

CENTER AMP PRE OUT jack (-I_ Page 7}
When

a separate

speaker,

connect

power

amplifier

the power

is used to drive the surround

amplifier

center

to this jack.
uni

_) TAPE 2 MONITOR jacks (-I_ Page 7)
Connect
graphic

to audio

components

such

as a second

cassette

deck

Receiver

Pioneer component

/'L"L}"

bearing the _'1!mark'

I
Remote
control unit

To the CONTROL IN
jack of the Pioneer
component bearing
the _1 mark.

equalizer.

_) VCR/TAPE 1 jacks (-I_ Pages 7, 8)

(_ MULTI-ROOM REMOTE IN jack
(-I_ Page 10)

Connect

to the first cassette

deck or a VCR. With a VCR, also connect

to the separately

sold MR- 100 Multi-Room

remote control unit.

the video jacks.

(_VIDEO
OUT (TO MONITOR
Connectto a monitorTV.

TV) jack (,-_ Page 8)

REAR PANEL FACILITIES

(_) AC INLET

AC OUTLET

Connect the supplied power cord.

|SWITCHED TOTAL 100 W (0.8 A) MAXI
Power supplied through these outlets is turned on and off by the
receiver's POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption of
connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A).

POWER-CORD

NOTE:
• Thisunit should be disconnected by removing the power plug from
the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g. when on vacation.
• Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such as
heaters, irons, or televisk>n sets to these AC OUTLET in order to avoid
overheating and fire risk.
This can cause the receiver to rna/function.

CAUTION:
DO NOT CONNECT MONITOR OR TV SET.

POWER

STANDBY/ON

switch/STANDBY

This is the switch for electric power.
ON:
When set to the ON position, power is supplied and the
unit becomes operational.
STANDBY: When set to STANDBY position, the main power flow is
cut and the unit is no longer fully operational. A minute
flow of power feeds the unit to maintain operation
readiness.
The STANDBY indicator lights when the power is STANDBY, and goes
out during ON.
[Timer ON/OFF possible]
When the unit is switched ON, ON/OFF control can be performed by
means of the optional timer.

a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords
should be muted such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A
damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock.
Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask
your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a
replacement.

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indicator

CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging
the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as
this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit,

NOTE:
When the power _ inilially turned ON, muting will be applied topreveni
sound from being output for about 6 seconds.

Q BAND FM/AM button
Use this to switch between FM and AM frequency bend reception.

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES

Input

(_ MPX MODE button
Use to select the auto stereo mode or monaural
mode when listening
to FM broadcasts. The monaural mode has been selected when the FM
MONO
Auto

indicator
stereo

in the display

section is lit.

mode:

Normally, leave in this mode for reception.
is received,
Monaural

it will be automatically

When a stereo FM broadcast

reproduced

in stereo.

mode:

Use if the signal is weak and there is a lot of noise when receiving
FM

stereo

broadcast.

Reception

becomes

monaural,

but

noise

selector

buttons

TAPE 2 MONITOR: Press when performing playback on a second
cassette deck and when monitoring recording.
VCR/'rAPE 1: Press when performing playback on a VCR unit or
cassette deck.
PHONO: Press when playing records on turntable.
TUNER: Press when listening to radio broadcasts.
LD: Press when performing playback on an LD player.
CD: Press when playing compact discs on a CD player.

STATION

reduced.

Up to 30

NOTE:
This button has no effect on reception of AM broadcasts.

These

buttons

stations,

(_) CENTER MODE indicators (-I_ Pages 17, 18)

CALL buttons

FM or AM stations
FM AUTO/MONO

When

Pressing this button will result in the memorization
of the current
broadcast band, reception frequency,
and FM AUTO/MONO
mode.

ten-key

(_ Remote sensor window

q_) RETURN button

this button
number

+: Performs

buttons (-,1_Pages 15, 16)
tuning from the currently

ascending
- : Performs

frequency
tuning

displayed

station

frequency

frequencies.

sources

(for example,

"SIMULATED

STEREO"

CALL buttons
of the

function

desired

reception

this mode.

to return the receiver into the initial state.

TUNER

.......

OFF

• SURROUND

.......

OFF

MODE

.....................

• FUNCTION

..............

TUNER

OFF

auto tuning

(UP) starts from

When

reception

that frequency.

NOTE:

stereo effect when

listening to monaural

or "IV broadcasts).
appears

input

Returns you to the last FM station you were receiving.

STEREO button
s simulated

direct

VOLUME
control.
• TAPE 2 MONITOR

is not possible,
Press to produce

the STATION

for

Press again to cancel

• MUTING

Display section (-!_ Page 14)
(_ SIMULATED

broadcasting

selected st this initial state. Adjust the sound level by using the MASTER

order.

in order of descending

desired

tuning button (-I_ Page 15)

is pressed,
buttons

Press this button

(_ TUNING

and recall

mode.

(_ DIRECT ACCESS

C_)MEMORY button

frequency.

can be preset at random.

are used to preset

If no sound is output
that SPEAKERS

after the RETURN

buttons

button

is pressed,

make sure

are turned on.

on the display section.

SUPER BASS button

NOTE:
This effect is not produced

through

the rear speakers.

Switch

_) DOLBY 3CH LOGIC button
This switches

on and off the DOLBY

ON when you want to boost bass. The SUPER

3CH

BASS control

LOGIC.

Use to adjust the low-frequency

_) SUPER BASS indicator
Lights when

SUPER

BASS

BASS indicator

lights.

Turn clockwise

level.

to boost bass, and counterclockwise

to attenuate

bass.

is ON.

(_ TREBLE control

SURROUND MODE selector buttons/indicators
(-I_ Pages 17, 18)
MASTER

VOLUME

Use it to simultaneously

Use to adjust the high-frequency
Turn clockwise
treble.

level.

to boost treble,

and counterclockwise

control

adjust the sound volume from the front, center

and rear speakers.

(_) BALANCE control
Use to adjust the sound volume balance between
L: Decrease the sound on the right side.

(_ PHONES jack

R: Decrease

Connect the plug on your headphones to this jack. Set all SPEAKERS
A and B switches to OFF if you want to cut the sound from speakers
and listen to it only through

to attenuate

Usually,

the sound

left and right speakers.

on the left side.

left and right volume

levels should

be the same.

the headphones.

SPEAKERS buttons (A, B) J. OFF _= ON
ON/OFF

switches

for the A and B speaker

systems.

NOTE:
No sound

will be heard

thorough

the speakers

when

both

A end B

buttons ere depressed if only one set of speakers has been connected
to either A or B SPEAKERS terminals.

FRONT PANEL FACILI] I1-_

DISPLAY SECTION

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® CHARACTER/LEVEL display

_) MEMORY indicator

• Displays function, frequency and "SLEEP".
• It also displays the level settings during adjustment. During level
display, MIN and MAX light.

When presetting stations, this lights when the MEMORY button is
pressed.
(_

® AUTO TUNING indicator

SCAN

indicator

Lights up during memory scan operation.

Lights up when in the auto tuning mode.

SEARCH indicator
(_) Tuning indicator

Lights during Return mode operation.

TUNED:
MONO:

(_) SIMULATED STEREO indicator

Lights up when a station is tuned in during TUNER operation.
Lights up when the FM MONO mode is selected with the
MPX MODE button.

STEREO: Lights up when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

® MUTING indicator
Flasheswhen MUTING in ON,
(_) TAPE

2 indicator

Lights up when the input selector is set to TAPE 2 MONITOR ON.

_) DOLBY 3CH LOGIC indicator
(_) STATION/DELAY TIME/LEVEL/SLEEP TIME display
• Indicates the channel (ch) selected with the STATION CALL buttons.
• Indicates delay time (ms) when using SIMULATED SURROUND or
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND.
• Indicates rear tevel and center level (dB).
• Indicates sleep timer settings (min).

ess the POWER switch to the ON position.

lect TUNER with the input selector.
sure to turn the TAPE 2 MONITOR button OFF when listening
AM or FM broadcasts.
itch ON the SPEAKERS button corresponding to the speakers

Each time you press the MPX MODE button, the MONO indicator
in the display section lights or goes out.
• If an FM stereo broadcast is received when the MONO indicator

ng used.

auto

stereo

reception

and monaural

reception

is out, the STEREO indicator lights, and sound is in stereo.
• If an FM stereo broadcast is received when the MONO indicator
is lit, the sound will be monaural.
If there is interference during STEREO mode reception, switch to
MONO. The sound will become monaural but interference will be
reduced.

IUNEH

MEMORY

STATION

CALL

DIRECT ACCESS

TUNING

When you know the frequency of the desired station, the frequency
can be input directly usingthe STATION CALL (number) buttons in the
following way:
1. Select TUNER with the input selector buttons.
2. Select either FM or AM using the BAND FM/AM
3. Press the DIRECT ACCESS button.

Once the station frequency

displayed,
be tuned

button.

indicating
in.

5. Adjust

the

that the frequency

sound

volume

4. Input the desired station frequency using the STATION CALL
buttons.

To cancel frequency

Example: To receive FM 106.00

Direct access is canceled

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(STATION
buttons)

CALL

button

normally

TUNING
is convenient

is no need to input the
model,

the desired station

frequency

Press TUNING

when

you do not remember

the frequency

or when you wish to find stations that you do not

change,

then

• The AUTO

FM/AM
"-"

release
TUNING

between

number

input.

last digit

"0"

of the desired

station

it is necessary

to input the last digit of

when the channel

step switch

is set

kHz position.

(FM only)
3. Adjust the sound volume and tone as desired.
NOTE:
• When Auto

BAND

elapse

listen to.

1. Use the

after the DIRECT

1__,1_.)..=1.......-.

of a desired station,

five seconds

--.

I i_f )_

Auto tuning

eight seconds

frequency.
On the multi-voltage
at the 50 kHz/9

AUTO

button is pressed

Notes regarding direct access tuning

M.,

input
when the DIRECT ACCESS

was pressed.

If more than about

I I--! _.

LJO.

cannot

end tone as desired.

is no key input for about

ACCESS

• There

has been input

Under the following conditions direct access is canceled and the unit
returns to the condition in effect before direct access was selected:
(_) If there

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which

again.

°_M

MHz

has been input, the receiver tunes in that

frequency.
If the input frequency
falls below the lower or higher limit
of the receiver's
receivable frequency
range "LOWER"
or "UPPER"
is

button

or "' +"

to choose

button

Tuning

for very distant

FM.

until the frequency

starts

event,

Manual

• The TUNED

it.
indicator lights, and the receiver automatically

long

Tuning

indicator

distances,

is used,

stations

correct

or stations

reception

may

with

weak signals.

very

not be possible
In this

is recommended.
may

or when

not light

the broadcast

with

broadcasts

received

signals are extremely

over
weak.

searches for a broadcasting station, and stops when one is found,
at which time the TUNED indicator lights. Press again to search
for another
• To interrupt

station.
auto tuning,

press TUNING

button

again.

MANUAL
Each time the
frequency

TUNING

changes

button

"+"

or "-"

is pressed,

• If you keep the TUNING button pressed after the AUTO TUNING
indicator has gone out, the reception frequency changes
continuously and stops when the button is released.

the tuning

by one step, allowing you to find stations manually.

1. Use the BAND FM/AM

button to choose either FM or AM.

2. Press TUNING "'-'" or ""+ "" button and release quickly.
• The tuning frequency will change by one stepeach time the button
ispressed. Pressas many times as necessary to tune in the desired
station. The TUNED indicator lights up when the station is tuned
in best.

NOTE."
The TUNED indicator

may not light w_h broadcasts

distances,

or when

the volume

Adjust

the broadcast

received over long

signals are extremely

weak.

and tone as desired.

I PRESET TUNING
] FREQUENCY

PRESETTING

1. Tune in the desired station.
• See the section "DIRECT ACCESS TUNING" for information on

LISTENING TO BROADCASTS
TUNING

USING PRESET

1. Press the STATION CALL button into which the desired station

reception using the Direct Access Tuning mode.
• See the section "AUTO TUNING" for information on reception
using the Auto Tuning mode.
• See the section "MANUAL TUNING" for informationon reception
using the Manual Tuning mode.
In addition to station frequencies, the MPX MODE (AUTO/MONO)
can also be preset (FM only).
2. Press the MEMORY button.

has been preset.
• When the input selector is set to a function other than TUNER,
it will switch to the TUNER function automatically if one of the
STATION CALL buttons is pressed.
Tuning can be performed simply and accurately following the
above procedure.
2. Adjust the volume and tone as desired.

3. Press the STATION CALL button into which you wish to preset
the station.

NO TE:
The contents of the STATION CALL button will be retained for several

• Use the STATION CALL buttons (* 1 - "9, *0) to select a preset
channel. One press selects the 1 -- 10 range, two presses
11 -- 20, and three presses 21 -- 30.
[Example] If you press button [_
:
Once -- 3 ch
Twice -- 13 ch
Three times -- 23 ch
Press a STATION CALL button within two seconds.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to preset additional stations.
Total of 30 AM and FM stations may be preset. When you store
a new preset, it takes the place of the previously stored station
(if any).

days, even if the receiver power cord is unplugged.
ff a preset station has been erased, preset it again.
Last

station

memory

When the POWER switch is pressed to turn the power on, the last
station received before the power was previously turned off will be
tuned in again.
When the power is ON, if the BAND FM/AM button is pressed, the
last station received before the BAND FM/AM button was previously
pressed will be tuned in again.

MEMORY

SCAN

Broadcast stations memorized under the STATION CALL buttons are
recalled in order at about five second intervals.
Set the input selector to TUNER, and press the remote control SCAN
button.
When you aretuned into a broadcast station you want, press the SCAN
button once more. This stops memory scan.

RECEIVING FM SlMULCAST TV PROGRAMS
By combining a "IV set and a VCR (or TV tuner), you can receive FM
simulcast rv programs (stereo TV sound transmitted from an FM radio
station] while viewing the video portion on your TV.

1. Select the desired TV program with the TV set.
2. Tune in the desired FM simulceet TV program on the receiver.
3. Adjust the volume and tone controls as desired.

Press
thepower
switch to

the ON position, and turn on the power to
the other components you wish to use (for example, TV, VCR, cassette
deck etc.).

MASTER

VOLUME

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Input selector

PLAYBACK
1. Use the input selector

buttons to select the desired program source.

Program Source

* If you select a music source other than TAPE 2, switch OFF the
TAPE 2 MONITOR,

Input selector

To listen to records

2. Operate

PHONO

To listen to compact discs

the appropriate

program source.
• For a video source,

eudiolvideo

switch

component

the TV connected

to play back the
to this unit to the

video input mode.

To listen to a tape on the cassette
deck connected to TAPE 2

TAPE 2 MONITOR

Adjust

the volume

• When

MONITOR jacks

STEREO

To play back on a VCR connected
to the VCR/TAPE 1 jack, or to play
back on a cassette deck.

to a monaural

button

as desired.

source,

ON to enjoy simulated

• Refer to pages
operation.

VCR/TAPE 1

To watch a LaserDisc

and tone controls

listening

and

for

turn

the SIMULATED

stereo sound.

details

concerning

surround

RECORDING WITH A CASSETTE DECK
I RECORDING

WITH VCR/TAPE

I RECORDING

If the TAPE 2 MONITOR button is ON, press to turn OFF.
1.

Select the source
buttons.
• When

recording

STATION

or FM

broadcasts,

desired

Start

recording

Play the desired

to record

2 MONITOR

on the TAPE
program

from with

button

2 cassette

source

(record,

the input selector

is OFF.
deck.
compact

disc, etc.).

CALL button if the station has been preset. If the desired

station has not been preset, tune in the station
or Direct Access
2. Start

press the

• Be sure the TAPE
2.

TAPE 2

1. Select the source you want
buttons.

you want to record from with the Input selector
to AM

WITH

recording

using Auto,

Manual

tuning.

on VCR/TAPE

1 cassette

deck

When copying a tape, play back on the VCR/TAPE 1 cassette deck,
and record on the TAPE 2 cassette deck.

or VCR.

3. Play the desired program source (record, compact
disc, etc.).
• The volume, balance and tone controls have no effect on the
recording.

Tape monitoring
When recording
is performed
on a cassette deck equipped
with
monitoring function, the recorded sound can be monitored
through the
speaker

Use withvideo or audio software bearing the
mark.

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Use DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND when rear speakers are
connected, and OOLBY 3CH LOGIC when rear speakers aren't
connected.
For correct surround reproduction, be sure to perform following
adjustments.

system

by pressing

SPEAKERS

DOLBY

the TAPE

3CH

2 MONITOR

LOGIC

DOLBY

button

to ON.

PRO LOGIC

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OOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND

AND DOLBY 3CH LOGIC

- LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

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1. Select OOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND with the SURROUND
MODE buttons or select DOLBY 3CH LOGIC with the DOLBY 3CH
LOGIC button.
2. Select the componant for piaybeck with the input seisctor buttons.
3. Sat the remote control AUDIO/VIDEO switch to AUDIO, and then
select CENTER MODE with the CENTER MODE/TEST TONE button.

1. Use SURROUND MODE buttons to select OOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND or use the DOLBY 3CH LOGIC button to switch
DOLBY 3CH LOGIC ON.
2. Use SPEAKERS button to turn on front speakers.
3. Adjust MASTER VOLUME to a suitable llatenlng level.
4. Set the BALANCE control to the center position.
5. Set the remote control AUDIO/VIDEO switch to AUDIO, and then
select CENTER MODE wlth the CENTER MODE/TEST TONE button.
• DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND: NORMAL, WIDE, PHANTOM
• DOLBY 3CH LOGIC: NORMAL, WIDE
6. Set the remote control AUDIO/VIDEO switch to VIDEO, and then
swhch the test tone on by pressing the CENTER MODE/TEST
TONE button.
7. Use the remote control CENTER/REAR +, - buttons to adjust
center and rear speaker volume levels until they are the same as
the front speakers' volume level.
• CENTER LEVEL ... Set the AUDIONIDEO switch to AUDIO.
• REAR LEVEL ... Set the AUDIONIDEO switch to VIDEO.
8. After selecting VIDEO with the AUDIONIDEO switch, press the
CENTER MODE/TEST TONE button and switch the test tone to
off position.

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OPERATION

4. Begin playback.
5. Adjust volume level with the MASTER VOLUME control.

SETTING THE DELAY TIME
When using DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, you can se_ the delay
time between 16 ms and 30 ms. The standard setting is 20 ms, but
you can select any setting of your choice.
Set the remote control AUDIO/VIDEO switch to VIDEO, and then select
delay time with the SLEEP/DELAYTIME button. The selected delay time
is indicated in the display section.

FOR BETTER RECEPTION

EXTERNAL

FM ANTENNA

FM outdoor

The main advantage of FM over AM is the quality of the broadcast
signal. In order to benefit fully from the high signal quality of FM
broadcasts, it is recommended that a special-purpose FM antenna be
installed. In weak signal areas, a multi-element (3-element, 5-element,
7-eisment) antenna should be used.

GROUNDING

Connecting the 75 Q coaxial cable
antenna

J
75 9 coaxialcable

Grounding is recommended if reception of FM programs is impaired by
noise. To ground, connect a thick polyvinyl insulated wire to the GND
terminal and attach the other end to a metal water pipe or grounding
bar or wind it around a copper plate and bury it.
NOTE."

GROUND

Never connect a wire to a gas pipe forgrounding since sparksmay _gnite
the gas.

AM antenna connection

EXTERNAL AM ANTENNA

If it is not possible to obtain adequate AM reception even by changing
the odentation of the AM loop antenna, a separate indoor antenna or
an outdoor antenna should be installed.
INDOOR AM ANTENNA
Use a vinyl-insulated wire (5--6 m: 17--20 ft.) and connect one end
to the AM antenna terminal and affix the other end to the well or ceiling,
as high as possible.
OUTDOOR AM ANTENNA
If reception quality is not improved sufficiently even when an indoor
antenna is used, a vinyl-insulated wire should be installed outside and
fixed in piece.

Outdoor

antenna

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NOTE."
Do not detach the AM loop antenna when using an indoor or an outdoor
AM antenna.

AM loop antenna

I LOADING
1. Open

the battery

control

unit.

direction

The

compartment

cover on the rear of the remote

cover should

open easily

of the arrow

while pressing

2. Take out the two supplied

batteries

insert them into the battery
indications
3.

l REMOTE

BATTERIES

if you slide it in the

on it with

your thumb.

size "'A/U_"

compartment

(R03/UM-4),

in accordance

and

with the

RANGE

When operating the remote control unit, point the front of the unit at
the front panel of the receiver. The remote control unit may be used
within a range of about 7 meters (23 feet) from the remote sensor,
within angles of up to about 30 degrees.
Performance of the remote control unit is adversely affected in the
presence of strong fluorescent light. Keep such lights away, especially
from the sensor window.

in the compartment.

Close the cover of the battery

CONTROL

compartment.

7 m (23 feet)

Incorrect use of batteries may lead to leakage or rupture.
Always be sure to follow these guidelines:

Battery Replacement
As battery power

runs down,

the range over which the remote control

unit can operate decreases. VVben the range becomes too short, change

A.
Always

insert batteries into the battery

the positive

(+)

and negative

(-)

compartment
polarities,

correctly matching

as indicated

the batteries.

inside the

compartment.
B.
Never

mix new

and used batteries.

C.
Batteries

of the same size may

have different

their type. Do not mix different

• The

accessory

functions
receiver,

VCRs,

mark

Transmit

remote

of other

control

Pioneer

voltages,

depending

types of batteries.

unit can be used to control

cassette

decks,

players,

some
tuners,

LD players, and TVs (only those bearing the Pioneer

mode selector

switch

AUDIO:
Select this position for remote control operation of audio equipment
as a CD player or cassette

Transmit

mode

selector

switch

such

deck.

VIDEO:
Select this position for remote control operation of video equipment
as an LD player,

such

VCR or TV.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

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OPERATION

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(_) SIMULATED STEREO button
Switches simulated stereo mode ON/OFF.
3CH LOGIC button
Switches DOLBY 3CH LOGIC ON/OFF.
(_) SURR. (Surround| MODE button
The surround mode is switched in the following manner each time the
button is pressed:
, DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND
lm

®
@

OFF -- STUDIO _SIMULATED

SURROUND -_

_) CENTER MODE/TEST TONE button
• AUDIO/VIDEO switch ... AUDIO position
Functions as a CENTER MODE button, enabling selection of the
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND and DOLBY 3CH LOGICcenter mode.

.®
®

• AUDIO/VIDEO switch ... VIDEO position
Functionsas a TEST TONE button for switching the test tone ON/OFF.

(_) RECEIVER POWER button
Switches the receiver power ON/STANDBY.
(_) RETURN button
Press to return the receiver to it's initial state. (Refer to page 13.)
(_) MUTING button
Press to temporarily reduce sound. Press again to return to the
original volume level.
(_ MASTER VOLUME (+, -) buttons
Use to adjust the overall volume level.

[TUNER

SECTION

I Set the AUDIO/VIDEO

OPERATION]

switch to AUDIO.

(_) MPX button
Switches between MONO/AUTO STEREO during FM reception.
(_) SCAN button
Use this to start memory scan of stations.

(_ CENTER/REAR ( +, -) buttons
• AUDIO/VIDEO switch ... AUDIO position
Function as CENTER LEVEL adjustment buttons
• AUDIO/VIDEO switch ... VIDEO position
Function as REAR LEVEL adjustment buttons
SLEEP/DELAY TIME button
• AUDIO/VIDEO switch ... AUDIO position
Functions as a SLEEP button
Activates the SLEEP timer. The length changes in the following
manner each time the button is pressed:

(_ STATION '°-'" (Down) button
This takes you to lower station numbers in sequence.

------_ 90 --* 60 --* 30 --_ off

Unit: minutes
_) STATION "+ "' (Up) button
This takes you to higher station numbers in sequence.

[AMPLIFIER SECTION OPERATION]
FUNCTION button
Press to select the receiver input.

, LD_

CD_VCR

TUNER _ PHONO,

TAPE 2 MONITOR button
Switches TAPE 2 MONITOR ON/OFF.

When SLEEPis ON, the display section is about half as bright as when
SLEEP is OFF.
• AUDIO/VIDEO switch ... VIDEO position
Functions as a DELAY TIME button. You can change rear speaker
delay time during DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND or SIMULATED
SURROUND operation.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

CD P_,YER_-CASSETTE

DECK, TV, VCR, and LD PLAYER OPERATION
[CASSETTE DECK OPERATION]

Operation of some of the functions of Pioneer components bearing the
_il mark is possible.

switch

Set the AUDIO/VIDEO

(_) Operation
TAPE

buttons

SELECT

button:

Selects

the cassette

(PLAY)

button:

•

Selects
(STOP)

reverse
button:

Stops
(PLAY)

DECK

Selects forward
I button:

DECK

No. (1 to 6) for a multi-cassette

changer.

playback.

the tape transport.

button:

Switches
deck.

r C3r7-r7

to AUDIO.

playback.

to the Deck I functions

when using a double cassette

to the Deck II functions

when using a double cassette

II button:
Switches
deck.

REMOTE

[VCR

CONTROL

OPERATION
[LD

OPERATION]

I Set the AUDIO/VIDEO

switch to VIDEO.

VCR
VCR
_41
B-_

switch to VIDEO.

_) Operation buttons
DISC SIDE A/B button:
Changes the disc side in an LD player capable of playing both
sides of a disc.

Toggles the antenna output between VCR and TV.
(STOP) button:
Stops tape transport.
(PLAY) button:

OPERATION]

I Set the AUDIO/VIDEO

(_ Operation buttons
TVNCR button:
This button can be used only for VCRs with a VCR TV selector.
•

PLAYER

the AC

unit from the AC

wall outlet, then plug it in again.
• If static electricity is pronounced,
recommended
that you operate
the remote control unit.

unit from

plug it in again.

it is
the

unit using

• Consult pages 7 -- 10 and perform connections
correctly.
• Press the MUTING button to cancel the
MUTING effect.
• Raise volume.

• Speaker connecting wires are disconnected
from speaker terminals.

• Connect wires to terminals securely.

• One or both of the input cords are disconnected.

• Connect input cords securely.

• TAPE 2 MONITOR button is in the ON position.

• Press the button again to the OFF position.

• The SPEAKERS button is OFF.

• Switch the SPEAKERS button ON.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Cause

Symptom.
• Station

High noise level.

Remedy

has not been tuned

in to correct

• Tune the station in correctly.

frequency.
• Antenna

has not been connected

or has become

• Connect

the antenna

securely.

disconnected.
FM reception
• Accessory

FM antenna

is not pointing
• Weak

remains

bundled

up or it

in right direction.

broadcasting

station

yielding

signals.

• Weak

is not pointing

broadcasting

equipment

station

(especially

motors or fluorescent

tuning,

it does

in right direction.

signals.

• Input signals

electrical

appliances

using

can not be seen
TV tuner

No rear sound

when

is used.

is produced.

lights).

are not strong

control

enough.

does not work.

functioning

or other external interference.

the power

• (FM) If the supplied

• Disconnect

• The SURROUND MODE selector button is set

• Set correctly.

connect

tuner

the VCR's
antenna

is being used,

antenna.

the copy system

function

noise or remove

from the unit by some

operating

instructions,

and

connection

(TV

will operate).

• Adjust the rear level with the remote
unit's REAR LEVEL buttons.
• Connect

• Batteries are dead or no batteries in remote
control unit.

• Insert new batteries.

by lightning,

generating

ground

correctly.

• Speaker connecting wires are disconnected
from REAR SPEAKERS terminals.

of this unit may be caused

off and then on again,

outdoor

or connect

simple antenna

to an outdoor

• You are attempting to watch e TV source using
e VCR with copy system connections.
In general, when copy system connections are
made, the VCR's TV tuner function ceases to
operate. For details, consult the operating
instructions for your VCR.

• A fluorescent light is shining on the remote
sensor window.

electricity,

with

of the stereo equipment.

the loop antenna

• Consult

• There is an obstacle between you and the
remote sensor window.

Abnormal

AM antenna

from vicinity

• "IV antenna is not connected to VCR, or
connections are faulty.

• Poor angle or too great a distance from the
remote sensor window.

turn

them

• Separate
distance.

incorrectly.
• The REAR LEVEL is turned down.

Remote

FM antenna

• Stop using appliances

change

the VCR's

taut and locate direction

reception.

• Change the direction of AM loop antenna and
find a position where reception is improved.
• Erect outdoor
wire.

not stop automatically.
"IV source

optimum

• Replace accessory
FM antenna.

• Noise being picked up from this unit and other

in Auto

the antenna

reception

• AM loop antenna

When

• Stretch

wires to terminals

control

securely.

Use within 7 meters (23 feet) and within a 30
degree angle of the remote sensor window.
Change your position or move the obstacle.
Move so fluorescent
on amplifier

front

light does not shine directly

panel remote

sensor window.

static

To restore normal operation,
or unplug

the AC power

cord

and then plug ff in again.

SPECIFICATIONS
Amplifier section
Continuous average power output of 80 watts* per
channel, min., at 8 Ohms, from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
with no more than 0.09 %** total harmonic
distortion (front).
Continuous power output (When using SURROUND MODE)
Rear only driven ....................
20 W + 20 W (1 kHz, 0.8 %, 8 Q)
Front and Center driven
Front ..................................
60 W + 60 W (1 kHz, 0.8 %, 8 o)
Center (Only with DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND)
....................................................
60 W (1 kHz, 0.8 %, 8 o)
Input (Sensitivity/Imped ance)
PHONO MM .....................................................
2.8 mV/47 kg
CD, VCR/I"APE 1, TAPE 2, LD .............................
Phono Overload Level (T.H.D. 0.1%, 1 kHz)**
PHONO MM ..............................................................

200 mV/47 kO
100 mV

Frequency Response
PHONO MM ..................................
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz +0.5 dB
CD, VCR/I"APE 1, TAPE 2, LD .............
10 Hz to 70,000 Hz +0s
-3:o dB
Output (Level/Impedance)
VCR/TAPE 1 REC, TAPE 2 REC ..........................
200 mV/2.2 kg
Tone Control
BASS .............................................................
±8 dB (100 Hz)
TREBLE ................ . .........................................
+8 dB (10 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF, short circuited, A network)
PHONO MM .................................................................
72 dB
CD, VCR/TAPE 1, TAPE 2, LD ..........................................
96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio [EIA, at I W (1 kHz)]
PHONO MM .................................................................
75 dB
CD, VCR/rAPE 1, TAPE 2, LD .........................................

.79 dB

"Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission's
Regulation rule on Power Output Claims for Amplifier.
"" Measured by Audio Spectrum Analyzer.

Trade

VIDEO Section

FM Tuner

Section

Frequency Range .....................................
87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
Usable Sensitivity ...................
Mono; 12.3 dBf, IHF (1.1 pV/76 o)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity ..................................
Mono; 16.8 dBf
Stereo; 38.6 dBf
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ...........................
Mono; 73 dB (at 65 dBf)
Stereo; 70 dB (at 85 dBf)
Distortion ................................................
Stereo; 0.3 % (1 kHz)
Alternate Channel Selectivity ............................
50 dB (400 kHz)
Stereo Separation ................................................
35 dB (1 kHz)
Frequency Response ...............................
30 Hz to 15 kHz +1 dB
Antenna Input ...............................................
75 Q unbalanced

AM Tuner Section
Frequency range
With 9 kHz step ......................................
With 10 kHz step .....................................

531 kHz -- 1,602 kHz
530 kHz -- 1,700 kHz

Sensitivity (IHF, Loop antenna) ..................................
Selectivity .....................................................................
Signal-to-Noise Ratio .....................................................
Antenna .............................................................

350 pV/m
20 dB
60 dB
Loop antenna

Miscellaneous
Power requirements
U.S. and Canadian models .............................
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Multi-voltage model .............
AC 110 V/120--127 V/220 V/240 V
(switchable), 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
U.S. and Canadian models ...............................
240 W, 340 VA
Multi-voltage model ....................................................
620 W
AC Outlet: SWITCHED x 1
U.S. and Canadian models .......................
100 W (0.6 A) MAX
Multi-voltage model .............................................
100 W MAX
Dimensions ............................
420 (W) x 140.5 (H) x 349 (D) mm
16-9/16 (W) x 5-9/16 (H) x 13-3/4 (D) in
Weight (without package) ..............................
8.3 kg (18 Ib 5 oz)

Furnished Parts

Input (Sensitivity/Impedance)
VCR/TAPE 1, LD ..................................................
1 Vp-p/75 g
Output (Level/Impedance)
VCRrrAPE 1, MONITOR .......................................
1 Vp-p/75 g
Frequency Response
VCR/TAPE 1, LD -, MONITOR ..................
5 Hz -- 10 MHz _+30
dB
Signal to Noise Ratio ......................................................
55 dB
Cross Talk ......................................................................
55 dB

Power cord ..........................................................................
FM antenna ..........................................................................
AM Loop antenna .................................................................

1
1
1

Dry cell batteries

size "AAA" (IEC R03/UM-4) ......................................
Remote control unit .........................................................
Operating Instructions ...................................................

_,;_.,,,,_.. 2
,_,.. 1
;._..... 1

NOTE:

MAINTENANCE

OF EXTERNAL

SURFACES

Specifications end the design are subject to possible modifications
without no_ce due to improvements.

• Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.
• When the surfaces are very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped
in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water,
and wrung out well, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not
use furniture wax or cleaners.
• Never use thinners, benzene, insecticide sprays and other
chemicals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the
surfaces.
Published by Pioneer Electronic Corporation.
Copyright O 1993 Pioneer Electronic Corporation.
All rights reserved.

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