AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D709S Operating Instructions
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Quick Start Guide This is a quick guide to setting up your new receiver so you can get home theater surround sound. For more details on any of the information presented here check the main section of the manual. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet.
Quick Start Guide Optical Digital Connection If your DVD player has an optical terminal (not a PCM-only output) for the audio out you can hook it up using this following the diagram below. You will need to assign the digital input (tell the receiver which input you put your DVD digital audio into). See the page 6 for this.
Quick Start Guide 3 Setting up the Remote Control & Unit 1 Put the batteries in the Remote Control. 2 Plug the main unit into a AC wall outlet. 3 Press the STANDBY/ON button on the receiver to put the receiver in ON mode. 4 Digital Input Assignment This is only necessary if you hooked up your DVD to DIGITAL IN 3, as in the first diagram on p. 5 (an optical digital connection).
Quick Start Guide 5 Playing a DVD with Surround Sound 1 Turn on your TV, and your DVD player. 2 Press the DVD button on the remote control. You should see "DVD/LD" in the display on the receiver. 3 Press the STANDARD button for the basic surround sound setting. 4 Play a DVD. 6 For Better Surround Sound 1 Go through the entire "Initial Set Up" procedures as outlined on pages 27-38 of this instruction manual.
Features Multi Channel Stereophonic Concept The VSX-D709S receiver is constructed with Pioneer’s industry-leading multi channel stereophonic concept. This welldeveloped approach to receiver circuitry takes the high level base technology that, up until now, has been only used for stereo equipment and applies it to multi-channel audio-visual receivers.
Table of Contents Quick Start Guide ................................ 4 Before You Start ................................. 10 Connecting Your Equipment ............. 12 Displays & Controls ........................... 22 Front Panel ................................................................ 22 Remote Control ......................................................... 24 Display ....................................................................... 26 Initial Set Up ....................................
Before You Start Checking the Supplied Accessories Please check that you have received all of the following supplied accessories.
Before You Start Operating range of remote control unit The area in which you can use the remote control to operate the VSX-D709S is fairly large. To use, point the remote control toward the remote sensor on the front panel of this unit while within the range shown right.
Connecting Your Equipment Audio Components To begin set up connect your audio components to the jacks as shown below. These are all analog connections and your analog audio components (cassette deck) use these jacks. Remember that for components you want to record with you need to hook up four plugs (a set of stereo ins and a set of stereo outs), but for components that only play you only need to hook up one set of stereo plugs (two plugs).
Connecting Your Equipment Digital Connections Connect your digital components as shown below. PREPARATION In order to use Dolby Digital/DTS soundtracks which are at the heart of home theater you need to make digital audio connections. You can do this by either a coaxial or an optical connection (you don’t need to do both).
Connecting Your Equipment Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player Make sure you connect your DVD/LD or LD players using both a RF demodulator and either a coaxial or optical digital connections. To connect a DVD/LD player or LD player with it's 2 (AC-3) RF output, a commercially available RF demodulator (RFD-1) is required. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to a digital signal which is then processed by the VSX-D709S model through their digital input jacks.
Connecting Your Equipment Video Components *The arrows indicate the direction of the video signal. Connecting DVD players PREPARATION Connect your video components to the jacks as shown below. Regarding a DVD there are two types of connections to make.
Connecting Your Equipment TV/Satellite Tuner Connect your satellite TV components to the jacks as shown below. Hook up the video signal with either S-video or composite video cords (the quality descends in this order) but remember, the video component you are watching and your TV must be hooked up with same type of video cord or you won't be able to see the picture. For the audio signal, order to use digital soundtracks (sometimes broadcast over digital satellite TV) you must hook up a digital input.
Connecting Your Equipment TV TV/monitor PREPARATION Connect your TV to the jacks as shown below. Hook up the signal with either S-video, or composite video cords (the quality descends in this order) but remember, the video component you are watching and your TV must be hooked up with same type of video cord or you won't be able to see the picture. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet.
Connecting Your Equipment Connecting the Radio Antennas Connect the supplied FM wire antenna and the AM loop antenna to the antenna terminals as shown below. These antennas should provide adequate reception quality in most cases, but connecting outdoor antennas should noticeably improve sound quality. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet. FM wire antenna 7 AM loop antenna AM loop antenna 1 Assemble the antenna.
Connecting Your Equipment Speakers A full complement of six speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyone's home set up will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (called "front" speakers in the diagram) but the receiver is designed to be used with at least three speakers. memo The receiver has two speaker systems, A & B. A is the main system supporting the full complement of surround sound speakers.
Connecting Your Equipment Speaker impedance You can change the speaker impedance for VSX-D709S but we recommend using speakers with an impedance of 8Ω-16Ω (the default setting). If you are using 6Ω- less than 8Ω impedance speakers, you need to change the impedance setting. Use any speaker rated between 6Ω-16Ω. STANDBY/ON SPEAKERS First turn the receiver off, then press the power button while holding down the SPEAKERS button. VSX-D709S The receiver will reset to the new impedance setting.
Connecting Your Equipment Connecting Additional Amplifiers This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, but it is possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel of your system. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet.
Displays & Controls Front Panel All the controls on the front panel are explained and/or referenced here. To open the front panel push gently on the lower third of the panel. 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 VSX-D709S 20 1 19 STANDBY/ON button Press to switch the receiver ON or into STANDBY mode. STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is in STANDBY mode. (Please note that this receiver consumes a small amount of power [1.0 W] in the standby mode.) 2 MIDNIGHT button (See p.
Displays & Controls 7 FL DIMMER button Use to adjust the brightness of the fluorescent display (FL = fluorescent display). Four levels of the brightness ranging from very dim to very bright can be selected. Each press changes the brightness of the display. Switches the receiver between the various types of video input (DVD, VCR 1, etc.) while keeping the audio on a fixed source (for example, the CD function). 9 TAPE 2 MONITOR button (See p.67) Selects the tape deck (MD recorder, etc.
Displays & Controls Remote Control 1 2 SOURCE VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R TUN 1 TVC 2 MULTI CH INPUT button 3 Use to hook up an external component that can decode other types of signals and input them into the VSX-D709S (see p.48). VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 8 9 7 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER 0 EFFECT/CH SEL RECEIVER 4 Switches the receiver between the various types of video input.
Displays & Controls 4 THE FOLLOWING FOUR SETS OF BUTTONS ARE DEDICATED TV CONTROL. THEY ARE ONLY USED FOR CONTROLLING YOUR TV. TV VOL +/– buttons Use to adjust the volume on your TV. button TV FUNC button Use select the TV function. 5 4 ¢ /CHANNEL +/– buttons Use to adjust channels on your TV and VCR or use to select tracks on your DVD or CD player. 6 5(+)/∞(–)/2/3/ENTER buttons Use to set up surround sound, speakers levels & settings, and other set up features see p. 27-38).
Displays & Controls Display All the display information is explained and/or referenced here. 1 14 2 3 13 12 11 1 Speaker indicators Light to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B. 2 SIGNAL SELECT indicators Light to indicate the input signal you selected. AUTO : Lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically. ANALOG : Lights when analog signals are assigned. DIGITAL : Lights when digital audio signals are selected.
Initial Set Up Setting Up for Surround Sound To ensure that this receiver works properly and you get the best possible surround sound, be sure to complete the following setup operations. You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system, add new speakers or components, etc.).
Initial Set Up ASSIGN SETUP: Digital In Select (See p.29) In order to use your digital components you must match the numbered digital input settings with the numbered digital jacks used by your digital components. Multi Channel In (See p.30) This is for hooking up a multi channel external decoder that may give you higher quality when decoding discs. This feature lets you select adjustable to non-adjustable sound. SURROUND SETUP: Speaker Setting (See p.
Initial Set Up ASSIGN SETUP MENU Digital-In Select In order to be able to use your digital equipment properly you need to assign digital inputs for each of the digital components you connected. Match the Digital 1-4 settings with the digital jacks 1-4 in accordance with what is connected to each digital jack. Check the digital jack numbers on the back of the receiver to make certain what component is in which jack (if necessary, see page 13 for more on digital connections).
Initial Set Up Multi Channel In Setting For most people this setting will not be necessary, if this is the case for you go on to the next setup. If you have a Multi Channel external decoder you can choose whether to have the sound level set to BYPASS, which bypasses the level adjust circuit or set to ADJUST, which goes through the level adjust circuit. If continuing from Digital-In Select go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Surround Sound“ (p.27) first.
Initial Set Up SURROUND SETUP MENU Speaker Setting Starting from this procedure use the SURROUND SETUP menu. To access the menu follow steps 1-3 on p.27 and in step three choose SURROUND SETUP (“Surround Set” is shown on the receiver’s display). The steps below show you how to specify the type of speakers you connected. Use the 5¥∞ buttons (or the MULTI JOG dial) to make a selection and use the ENTER button to register the information.
Initial Set Up Depending on your choices the sound will be routed differently, read below for detailed explanations. FRONT (default setting is LARGE) SOURCE DVD RECEIVER VCR 1 TV VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL CD CD-R TUN 1 TVC 2 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER • Select SMALL to send bass frequencies to the subwoofer.
Initial Set Up Channel Delay Adding a slight delay to some speakers is necessary to achieve a surround sound effect. You need to figure out the distance from your listening position to your speakers to add the proper delay. The following steps show you how to set the delay time for each channel by specifying the distances from your listening position to each speaker. Once you specify the speaker distances, the receiver calculates the correct delay times automatically.
Initial Set Up Channel Level The following steps show you how to balance the sound output level of your speakers. Proper speaker balance is essential for obtaining high quality surround sound. If continuing from Channel Delay go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Surround Sound“ (p.27) first.
Initial Set Up 4 Adjust speaker levels so that you hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker when seated in your main listening position.
Initial Set Up Crossover Network The following steps show you how to adjust the crossover network. The crossover network is the frequency at which the system divides the signal and sends the different parts (high, mid, low) to different speakers. Speaking precisely, this setting sets the cutoff point for the bass frequencies rerouted from your SMALL speakers to your subwoofer or speaker set to LARGE. If continuing from Channel Level go to step 1.
Initial Set Up Bass Level The LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel in Dolby Digital or DTS program sources can produce heavy ultra-low bass tones that may exceed the capabilities of your speaker system. The following steps show you how to set a maximum output level for the LFE channel. If continuing from Crossover Network go to step 1. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in "Setting Up for Surround Sound (p.27) first.
Initial Set Up D-Range Control (Dynamic Range Control) This feature makes it possible to enjoy full surround sound effects on Dolby Digital sources even at low volumes. It does this by compressing the dynamic range. Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and the softest sounds in any given signal. Compressing the range plays sounds so the quieter ones are audible and the louder ones don’t get distorted or become overpowering.
Basic Playback Learning about the Sound Modes The sound modes are explained here. There are two cinema modes: STANDARD, and ADVANCED THEATER. These are designed to be used with multi channel surround sound audio/visual sources (like DVDs and LDs). Intrinsic to home theater, these modes can deliver realistic and powerful surround sound that recreates the movie theater experience. You may need to experiment with them to see which settings suit your home system and personal tastes.
Basic Playback DSP modes The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments when playing either two-channel or multi-channel sources. HALL 1 Simulates the acoustic effects of a large concert hall. Suitable for classical music. A long delay time of reflected sounds, coupled with reverb effects, let the listener enjoy the dynamic and rich sounds characteristic of concert halls and powerful orchestral performances.
Basic Playback Selecting a Sound Mode To ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure to complete the set up procedures described in “Setting Up for Surround Sound” (starting on page 27) before using the sound modes. This is particularly important when using the 2 (Dolby) Digital or DTS sources. When using the sound modes, using SPEAKERS A will give the best results. If you use SPEAKERS B the sound will be down mixed to the two front B speakers. 1 Select the sound mode.
Basic Playback Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound The following instructions show you how to play Dolby Digital or DTS sound sources with the VSX-D709S. SOURCE RECEIVER VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL TUN 1 TVC 2 2 3 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER 6 1 Turn on the power of the playback component. 2 Turn on the power of the receiver.
Basic Playback Playing Stereo Sources The following instructions show you how to use the receiver for stereo audio or audio-visual. SOURCE DVD RECEIVER VCR 1 TV VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL CD CD-R TUN 1 TVC 2 2 3 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER 6 1 Turn on the power of the playback component. 2 Turn on the power of the receiver.
Basic Playback Switching Analog and Digital Signal Input This switch moves the input fed to the receiver between analog and digital sources. You need to take special care to switch to the appropriate input, when necessary. For example, the switch would have to be on DIGITAL to use DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS surround sound but it would have to be on ANALOG to record to the analog out jacks on the receiver. The default setting is AUTO (priority is given to a digital signal, if there is one).
Basic Playback Reducing Noise During Playback To reduce extraneous noise switch on DIGITAL NR. This noise reduction can be used with every mode except MULTI CHANNEL IN and DIRECT. SOURCE DVD 1 Press RECEIVER. RECEIVER VCR 1 TV This switches the remote to the receiver control mode. VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL CD CD-R TUN 1 TVC 2 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 2 2 Press the DIGITAL NR button on the remote control or on the front panel.
Basic Playback Listening in Midnight Mode This feature makes it possible to get excellent surround sound effects even when listening at low volumes. It can be used with a variety of surround sound sources and plays soundtracks so that the quieter sounds are audible while the noisier sounds don’t become overly loud or distorted. It does this by bringing all the sounds in a given soundtrack closer together in volume. Compare this feature with the D-Range Control (only for Dolby Digital sources) on page 38.
Basic Playback Adjusting Bass and Treble You can use BASS +/– or TREBLE +/– buttons to adjust the low and high frequencies for each individual set of speakers. If the receiver is in STEREO mode you can only adjust the FRONT speakers. In a surround mode (STANDARD, ADVANCED THEATER, etc.) you can adjust the FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND speakers. The TONE button can also be used to bypass the tone circuitry (see p.22-23). 1 2 1 Press the TONE button on the front panel to put the receiver in TONE ON mode.
Basic Playback MULTI CHANNEL IN Playback MULTI CH IN allows you to connect an external decoder to enjoy certain types of specialized discs. To use MULTI CH playback follow the instructions below. 1 Press RECEIVER. SOURCE DVD RECEIVER This switches the remote to the receiver control mode.
Basic Playback Direct Playback This mode is for playing back a sound source in its purest form, no tone adjustments or other sound modes can be used. ST ST 1 Use the STEREO button to alternate between STEREO or DIRECT mode (you can also use the STEREO/DIRECT button on the front panel) . ENTER TUNE GUIDE MENU D.ACCESS BAND & CLASS ‹ MPX * DTV ON / OFF ¶ DTV MENU ! RETURN S.
Basic Playback DUAL MONO Setting The dual mono setting can only be used when listening to Dolby Digital discs that have dual mono software encoded in them. Dual mono software usually is used to put two different soundtracks on one DVD. With this setting you can choose which channel in the dual mono setting you want to listen to. Thus, it is useful for soundtracks that have one language on one channel and a different language on the other.
Using the Tuner Automatic and Manual Tuning The following steps show you how to tune in FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the exact frequency of the station you desire, see “Direct Access Tuning“ on the following page. SOURCE 1 Press the TUN button RECEIVER VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R MULTI CONTROL TUN 1 On the receiver, select “TUNER” with the multi jog.
Using the Tuner Direct Access Tuning The following steps show you how to tune directly to a specific frequency using the remote control. SOURCE 1 Press the TUN button RECEIVER VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R MULTI CONTROL TUN 1 TVC 2 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS On the receiver, select “TUNER” with the multi jog. VCR 2 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 1 4 2 Press the BAND button on the remote or the front panel to select the band (FM or AM). 5 3 Press D.
Using the Tuner Memorizing Frequently Used Stations The following steps show you how to memorize up to 30 radio stations in 3 classes (each holding 10 channels). When memorizing FM frequencies, the receiver also memorizes the MPX mode (STEREO or MONO). 1 Tune in the desired station. 342 VSX-D709S See "Automatic and Manual Tuning" or "Direct Access Tuning" on p. 51-52. 2 Press the MEMORY button to activate the memory function. 3 Press the CLASS button repeatedly to select a class number.
Using the Tuner Recalling Memorized Stations Using the remote control SOURCE DVD 1 Press the TUN button RECEIVER VCR 1 TV MULTI CONTROL CD CD-R TUN 1 TVC 2 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS On the receiver, select “TUNER” with the multi jog. VCR 2 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 1 3 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER 2 Press the CLASS button repeatedly to select a class number.
Remote Control of Other Components Setting Up the Remote Control In addition to controlling the receiver, the supplied remote control can operate your other components (DVD, MD, VCR, TV, LD, CD, etc.). If your component(s) are listed in the “Preset Code List”, simply recall the corresponding preset code. Recalling preset codes The following steps show you how to recall preset codes for each MULTI CONTROL button.
Remote Control of Other Components Learning mode: Programming signals from other remote controls If preset codes are not available for your component(s), or the available preset codes do not operate correctly, you can use this function to program in signals from the remote control(s) of your other component(s). This operation can also be used after recalling a preset code to program additional operations not covered in the preset codes. 1 Press RECEIVER SOURCE 4 DVD VCR 1 VCR 2 2 Press RECEIVER.
Remote Control of Other Components SOURCE RECEIVER VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL TUN 1 TVC 2 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER 0 RECEIVER TV TV VOL MASTER VOLUME TV CONTROL TVFUNK 4 ¢ CHANNEL TUNE ST ST ENTER 1 Point the remote controls toward each other. 2 Press the button on the other remote control corresponding to the operation you wish to program.
Remote Control of Other Components Programming a Different Component into a MULTI CONTROL button This feature changes a selected Multi Control button to a different component. For example, if you don’t have a second TV, but you do have a second DVD, you could reassign the TV Multi Control to DVD so that the DVD control buttons are available when you select TV. 1 Press RECEIVER.
Remote Control of Other Components Checking Preset Codes Use this process to check which preset code is associated with a Multi Control button: 1 Press RECEIVER. SOURCE 3 RECEIVER VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R TUN 1 TVC 2 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 2 4 1 VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 REMOTE SETUP SYSTEM SETUP SIGNAL SELECT +10 DISC ENTER 0 5-8 4 2 Press REMOTE SETUP and hold for three seconds. The LED on the remote will blink twice.
Remote Control of Other Components CD/CD-R/MD/VCR/LD Player Controls This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the commands (see p.55-57). memo Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode. 9 Number Buttons 1 SOURCE VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R Used to directly access tracks on a program source.
Remote Control of Other Components Cassette Deck Controls memo This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode. 1 1 SOURCE VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL TUN 1 TVC 2 24 3 VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT LOUDNESS 4 5 6 INPUT ATT DIGITAL NR FL DIMMER 7 8 9 Use to play the reverse side of the tape on a reversible deck.
Remote Control of Other Components DVD/DVR Player Controls This remote control can control this component after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the commands (see p.55-57). memo Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode. 7 1 Hold down for fast reverse playback. 1 SOURCE RECEIVER VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R 83 VCR 2 Press to start playback (on some models, pressing this when the disc tray is empty will cause the disc tray to open).
Remote Control of Other Components DTV Controls memo This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode. 1 SOURCE Press to switch the TV or CATV between STANDBY and ON. 1 SOURCE DVD 2 Number buttons RECEIVER VCR 1 TV VCR 2 Use to select a specific TV channel.
Remote Control of Other Components Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV Controls This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the commands (see p.55-57). memo Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode. 1 1 SOURCE VCR 1 DVD TV CD CD-R 2 TV FUNC. (TV only) VCR 2 MULTI CONTROL TUN 1 TVC 2 Press to switch the TV input. (Not possible with all models.
Using Other Functions Function Rename Use the FUNCTION RENAME capability to rename the functions, like DVD/LD, CD, etc., in the display. You might want to do this in order to personalize the display on the receiver or if your components are different than the names preset in the receiver (for example if you connect a video camera to the VIDEO jacks on the front of the receiver). Follow the display on the receiver to carry out this task.
Using Other Functions 7 Press the MULTI JOG dial (press ENTER). SETUP RETURN That character appears on the screen and the cursor automatically moves to the next space. VSX-D709S After ten characters have been entered, the character input mode is exited. MULTI JOG (Turn to select / Push to enter) 8 Repeat steps 4 to 7, spell out the function name you want to rename. • You can include spaces, hyphens, most punctuation marks, other symbols and capital or lowercase letters in the name.
Using Other Functions Recording from Audio Components The following explanations show you how to record an analog or digital audio signal. Note that your analog components cannot record a player that is only connected digitally (and vice-versa). If you want to record from a digital component to an analog one (for example, a tape deck), or vice-versa, the digital component it must be connected via analog jacks and you need to set the SIGNAL SELECT switch to ANALOG.
Using Other Functions Recording from Digital Audio Components The following explanations show you how to record digital audio. Using this method you can make exact digital copies of sources like CDs or MDs. The only drawback is that you cannot switch between various recorders at the touch of a button like you can with analog recordings (see the previous page). If you look on the back of the receiver you will find one digital out jack which are marked PCM/2/DTS.
Using Other Functions Direct Function The direct function is a useful feature which allows you keep the receiver in one function (for example, CD) while putting the remote control in a different function. This could let you, for example, use the remote control to set up and listen to a CD on the receiver and then use the remote control to rewind a tape in your VCR while you continue to listen to your CD player.
Using Other Functions Video Select This function allows you to listen to one sound source while you watch a different video source on your TV. The sound source is set in the normal fashion as is explained on p. 42. You then alter the video input with the VIDEO SELECT button. 1 Press RECEIVER. VIDEO SELECT This switches the remote to the receiver control mode. VSX-D709S 2 Press the VIDEO SELECT button to cycle through the different possible video inputs.
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving 1 Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a compression format which records the sound of 6 channels of the theater surround system (Dolby Digital) on the movie film digital track. Of the 6 channels, the sub woofer channel is intended for bass only, and because the frequency range is smaller than the main channel, it is expressed as 5.1 channel.
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Preset Code List Manufacturer Code DVD Denon 0490 GE 0522 Harman/Kardon 0582 JVC 0558,0623 Kenwood 0534 Magnavox 0503 Marantz 0539 Mitsubishi 0521 Onkyo 0503,0627 Optimus 0571 Panasonic 0490,0632 Philips 0503,0539 Proscan 0522 RCA 0522 Samsung 0573 Sharp 0630 Sony 0533 Technics 0490 Theta Digital 0571 Toshiba 0503 Yamaha 0490,0545 Zenith 0503,0591 Pioneer 0525,0571,0632 0631(DVD-RW) LD Akai 0598 Amoisonic 0475 BBK 0624 Denon 0059 Disco Vision 0023 Funai 0584 Hitachi 0023 Ho
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Device Manufacturer TV Matsui MGA MTC Magnavox Majestic Manesth Marantz Matsushita Megatron Minutz Memorex Minoka Midland Mitsubishi Motorola Multitech NAD NTC NEC Neckermann Netsat Nikkai Nikko Nokia Onwa Optimus Optonica Orion Osaki Otto Versand Palladium Panasonic Penny Philco Philips Pilot Portland Prism Proscan Protech Proton Pulsar Quasar Quelle Manufacturer Code 0035 0019,0030,0150 0178 0019,0030,0056 0060,0512 0030,0036,0054 0179 0016 0035 0030,0037,0054 0250 01
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Device Manufacturer CATV Radio Shack Rembrandt Runco Samsung Manufacturer Code 1015 1011 1000 1144,1702 Scientific Atlanta 1008,1477,1877 Seawoo 1780 Signal 1015 Signature Starcom Stargate 1011 1003,1015 1015 Starquest 1015 Taihan Tocom Tongkook Toshiba Tusa Zenith Pioneer 1778 1012 1777,1840 1000 1015 1000,1525 1023,1144,1260 1533 SAT AlphaStar Chaparral Dae Young Daeryung Echostar Expressvu General Instrument 1772 1216 1735 1396 1396,1775 1775 1361,1627,1869 HTS
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Device Manufacturer TAPE Olympus Onkyo Optimus Panasonic Philips RCA Renaissance Samsung Sansui Sanyo Sonic Sony Teac Technics Victor Wards Yamaha Pioneer VCR Admiral Adventura Aiko Aiwa Akai America Action American High Anam Anam National Asha Audiovox Beaumark Boll & Howell Blaupunkt Broksonic CCE Calix Canon Capehart Carver Cineral Citizen Craig Curtis Mathes Colt Cybernex Daewoo Daytron Denon Manufacturer Code 1266 1135,1282 1027,1220 1229 1029 1261 1413 1391 1029 126
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Manufacturer Code VCR Sears 0000,0035,0037 0042,0046,0047 0104 Semp 0045 Sharp 0048,0363 Shintom 0072 Shogun 0240 Singer 0072 Sony 0000,0032,0034 0035 Sylvania 0000,0035,0043 0081 Symphonic 0000 TMK 0208,0240 Tatung 0041 Teac 0000,0041 Technics 0035,0162 Teknika 0000,0035,0037 0052 Thomas 0000 Toshiba 0043,0045 Totevision 0037,0240 Unitech 0240 Vector 0045 Vector Research 0038,0040 Victor 0008,0041,0067 Video Concepts 0040,0045 Videosonic 0240 Wards 0000,0035,0042 0047,0048,
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Troubleshooting Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Symptom No sound from surround or center speakers. Cause • Speaker settings are incorrect. • The rear and/or center levels are turned down. • The surround and/or center speakers are disconnected. Sound is produced from some components, but not from digital components. • SIGNAL SELECT is set incorrectly. • The digital inputs are assigned incorrectly, or not at all. No sound is output or a noise is output when software with DTS is played back.
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Symptom Cause Remedy You can't get DIGITAL to come up when using the SIGNAL SELECT button. • Either the digital connections or the DIGITAL IN SELECT choices are incorrect. • The TAPE2 MONITOR mode is ON. • Make sure the digital connections and the DIGITAL IN SELECT choices are done correctly. • Press the TAPE2 MONITOR button so it goes into the OFF setting. The Dolby Digital / DTS indicator doesn't light up even when playing a Dolby Digital / DTS source.
Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Specifications Amplifier Section VIDEO Section (Composite) Continuous average power output of 100 watts* per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0.09 %** total harmonic distortion (front). Input (Sensitivity/Impedance) VCR 1/DVR, VCR 2, VIDEO, DVD/LD, TV/SAT ....................................................... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω Output (Level/Impedance) VCR 1/DVR, VCR 2, MONITOR OUT .........
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