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Pioneer Elite VSX-37TX Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-37TX VSX-36TX Operating Instructions...

  • Page 2: Information To User

    Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

  • Page 4: Quick Start Guide

    2 RF IN (AC-3) DIGITAL MONITOR AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO S2 VIDEO DVD / RCA video cord RCA stereo cord VSX-37TX coaxial cord RCA video cord AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO S2 VIDEO DVD / RCA video cord RCA stereo cord VSX-37TX optical cord...

  • Page 5: Speaker Connections

    Quick Start Guide 2 2 2 2 2 Speaker Connections Home theater is designed to be setup with five, or seven speakers (front left & right; center; surround left & right; and, optimally, surround back left & right) and a subwoofer but you can use this receiver with fewer speakers.
  • Page 6 4 4 4 4 4 Digital Input Assignment This is only necessary if you did not hook up your DVD to DIGITAL IN 1, as in the first diagram on p. IV (only the VSX-37TX has an AC-3 RF terminal). Î...

  • Page 7: Playing A Dvd With Surround Sound

    5 5 5 5 5 Playing a DVD with Surround Sound Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ TUNING STATION ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE EXIT...
  • Page 8 Dolby Digital and DTS program sources. In addition, the amplifier uses Direct Construction and a Direct Current Bus Bar (VSX-37TX only) to give the purest sound available. All these elements consolidated in one receiver afford the listener a new surround sound experience in his or her home.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before You Start ... 10 Checking the Supplied Accessories ... 10 How to Use This Manual ... 10 Preparing the Remote Control ... 10 Installing the Receiver ... 11 Opening the Front Panel ... 11 Connecting Your Equipment ... 12 Audio Components ...

  • Page 10: Before You Start

    Please check that you have received all of the following supplied accessories. FM wire Antenna How to Use This Manual This manual is for the VSX-37TX/36TX Audio/Video Multi-Channel Receiver. This manual is divided into three main sections which will tell you how to setup and use the unit : PREPARATION First carry out the tasks below in this “Before You...

  • Page 11: Installing The Receiver

    Operating range of remote control unit The area in which you can use the remote control to operate the VSX-37TX/36TX 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.

  • Page 12: Connecting Your Equipment

    See p.13 & 14 for more on digital connections. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. *The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal. VSX-37TX AUDIO PCM/ 2 RF IN (AC-3)

  • Page 13: Digital Connections

    The VSX-37TX/36TX has two coaxial and three optical inputs for a total of five digital inputs. For the VSX-37TX, A DVD/LD player or LD player should be connected to a digital jack and the special 2 RF jack (if the LD has one) as well as a pair of analog jacks (see the next page).

  • Page 14: Example Connection For A Dvd/Ld Or Ld Player

    LD player only has an optical out jack on it then you won't be able to hook up your components in accordance with the VSX-37TX/36TX default setting. In this case you will need to assign the digital inputs. See Digital-In Select on p.31 in order to do this.

  • Page 15: Video Components

    DVD/LD player or LD player requires an analog connection and two digital connections (a coaxial or optical and a specialized 2 RF connection (for the VSX-37TX only) shown at the very top of the first diagram below). Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

  • Page 16: Satellite Tv Components

    This connection is called STEREO AUDIO OUT in the diagram. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. *The arrows indicate the direction of the TV signal. VSX-37TX AUDIO PCM/ 2 RF IN...

  • Page 17: Multi Channel Input (External Decoder)

    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 outlet. VSX-37TX AUDIO VIDEO...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    1 Assemble the antenna. Using external antennas 7 To improve FM reception Connect an external FM antenna. FM UNBAL ANTENNA coaxial cable Ground AM LOOP ANTENNA VSX-37TX AUDIO PCM/ DVD / 2 RF IN (AC-3) PRE OUT DIGITAL SURR- OUND...

  • Page 19: Speakers

    In order to be able to use these channels you must hook your SURROUND BACK speakers up to an external amplifier and then connect that to the VSX-37TX/36TX, as shown in the diagram below. If you only have one SURROUND BACK speaker hook it up to the SURROUND BACK L (SINGLE) terminal on the back of the receiver.

  • Page 20: Placing Your Speakers

    You can change the speaker impedance for 36TX but we recommend using speakers with an impedance of 8 - 16 (the default setting). If you are using 6 - less than 8 impedance setting. It is not necessary to switch the speaker impedance when using the VSX-37TX. Use any speaker rated between 6 -16 .

  • Page 21: Connecting Additional Amplifiers

    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 outlet. VSX-37TX AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO...

  • Page 22: Displays & Controls

    STANDARD modes, those without can only use the STANDARD mode. MULTI-ROOM &SOURCE CONTROL PHONO CD-R TUNER BAND - TUNING + TUNER CONTROL MEMORY - STATION + / DTS buttons (See p.41-45, 83, 84) VSX-37TX INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUME...
  • Page 23 ANALOG – To select an analog signal. DIGITAL – To select a optical or coaxial digital signal. AC-3 RF (VSX-37TX only) – To select an 2 RF signal. AUTO – This is the default. If there are analog, digital and 2 RF signals input, the receiver automatically selects the 2 RF signal.
  • Page 24 MEMORY – Press to start the memorization of a preset station. STATION –/+ – Use to choose programmed radio stations. 16 MASTER VOLUME Adjusts the overall receiver volume. 17 Source indicators (VSX-37TX only) Shows the source currently selected.

  • Page 25: Display

    ANALOG : Lights when analog signals are assigned. DIGITAL: Lights when digital audio signals are selected. AC-3 RF(VSX-37TX only): Lights when AC-3 RF signals are assigned. AUTO: Lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically. 2 Program Format indicators AC-3: Lights when a source with Dolby Digital signals is played.

  • Page 26: Remote Control

    MULTI OPERATION mode. SYSTEM OFF button This button turns off components in two ways. First, when pressed it will turn off all PIONEER components. Secondly, any component that has programmed into the SYSTEM OFF settings will also be turned off (see p.73).
  • Page 27 ANALOG – Analog signal. DIGITAL – Digital signal (DVD/LD, TV/SAT, CD, MD/TAPE 1/CD-R, VCR 1/DVR, VCR 2). AC-3 RF (VSX-37TX only) – (DVD/LD, TV/SAT, VCR 1, VCR 2). AUTO – This is the default. If there are both analog, digital,...

  • Page 28: Initial Set Up

    Initial Set Up On Screen Display There are a number of possible ways to hook up the receiver to your video components, like a DVD player, and hook up to your receiver to your TV, but some of them will not allow you to use the on-screen display of this unit.

  • Page 29: Setting Up For Surround Sound

    Setting Up for Surround Sound To ensure 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 or add new speakers, etc.).
  • Page 30 Initial Set Up Î S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ TUNING STATION ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE ENTER TV VOL TV CONTROL VOLUME – –...
  • Page 31 (if necessary, see page 13 for more on digital connections). The last setting, the AC- 3 RF setting, is specifically for a DVD/LD player or LD player with an 2 RF output (VSX-37TX only). If you connected one of these components match this button to the component.

  • Page 32: Speaker Setting

    Initial Set Up Speaker Setting The following steps show you how to specify the type of speakers you connected. Use the 5¥∞ and 2¥3 buttons to make a selection from the on-screen menus, and use the ENTER button to register the information. If continuing from the previous page go to step 1.
  • Page 33 Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ TUNING STATION ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE EXIT ENTER DISC TV VOL TV CONTROL VOLUME – –...

  • Page 34: Channel Delay

    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.

  • Page 35: Channel Level

    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.29) first. Î...
  • Page 36 Initial Set Up Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ TUNING STATION ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE EXIT ENTER DISC TV VOL TV CONTROL VOLUME –...

  • Page 37: Crossover Network

    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.

  • Page 38: Bass Peak Level

    Initial Set Up Bass Peak 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.

  • Page 39: Dynamic 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.

  • Page 40: Multi Channel In Setting

    Initial Set Up Multi Channel In Setting If you have a Multi Channel external decoder you can choose whether to have the sound level set to BYPASS, that is coming out of the decoder at full volume, or set to ADJUST, which means the levels can be reduced in volume.

  • Page 41: Basic Playback

    Basic Playback Sound Modes The five sound modes on the receiver are explained here. These can be turned on from the front panel or from the remote control. There are three cinema modes: STANDARD, HOME THX CINEMA, and ADVANCED THEATER. These are designed to be used with multi channel surround sound audio/visual sources (like DVDs and LDs).

  • Page 42: Thx Cinema

    Basic Playback HOME THX CINEMA mode THX is a set of technical standards created by Lucasfilm, Ltd. These standards were designed to emulate a film sound stage and thus reproduce, with the greatest possible accuracy, the soundtrack intended by the filmmakers.

  • Page 43: Dsp Modes

    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. If you have SURROUND BACK speaker(s) switched on (see p.32-33) then 7.1 will appear after the name of all of these modes in the display on the receiver.

  • Page 44: Selecting A Sound Mode

    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 29) before using the sound modes. This is particularly important when using the 2 (Dolby) Digital or DTS sources.

  • Page 45: Playing Sources With Dolby Digital Or Dts Sound

    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-37TX/36TX. Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT...

  • Page 46: Playing Stereo Sources

    Basic Playback Playing Stereo Sources The following instructions show you how to use the receiver for stereo audio or audio-visual. If the TAPE 2 indicator is visible in the display, it means the TAPE 2 MONITOR is on. Press TAPE 2 memo MONITOR on the front panel to turn it off unless you want to listen to TAPE 2.

  • Page 47: Switching Analog And Digital Signal Input

    - STATION + memo • In the AUTO setting, SIGNAL SELECT chooses the signal in the following order: AC-3 RF (VSX-37TX only), DIGITAL, ANALOG. • If the Digital-In Select (see page 31) choices are set to OFF, the SIGNAL SELECT will default to ANALOG.

  • Page 48: Reducing Noise During Playback

    Basic Playback Reducing Noise During Playback To reduce extraneous noise switch on DIGITAL NR. This noise reduction can be used with every mode except THX and MULTI CH IN. Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT...

  • Page 49: Listening In Midnight Mode

    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.

  • Page 50: Adjusting Bass And Treble

    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 and SURROUND BACK speakers.

  • Page 51: Multi Channel In 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 IN playback follow the instructions below. Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL...

  • Page 52: Direct Playback

    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. Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1...

  • Page 53: Dual Mono Setting

    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.

  • Page 54: Using The Tuner

    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“...

  • Page 55: Direct Access Tuning

    Direct Access Tuning The following steps show you how to tune directly to a specific frequency using the remote control. Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶...

  • Page 56: Memorizing Frequently Used Stations

    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). N∫m¿≤≥ım AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER STANDBY/ON...

  • Page 57: Recalling Memorized Stations

    Recalling Memorized Stations Using the remote control 1 Put the remote control slide switch in USE. 2 Press the TUNER button. This selects the TUNER function on the receiver and sets the remote to the TUNER operation mode. SIGNAL STEREO SELECT ANALOG SP VOLUME...

  • Page 58: Remote Control Of Other Components

    Remote Control of Other Components Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components In addition to controlling the receiver, the supplied remote control can operate your other components (VCR, TV, LD, CD, etc.) after you program it to do so. In this way, instead of fumbling with many different controls and buttons, you only need to use one remote control.
  • Page 59 Preset Recall 1Select function 2Select products [5∞23] 3Input ID CODE 2 [TAPE ] 3 Page 12/12 5 [PIONEER ] ∞ [ 800 EXIT = Remote Setup 5 Press the 2¥3 buttons to choose the function and then press the 5¥∞ buttons repeatedly to display the name of the component's manufacturer.

  • Page 60: Learning Commands From Other Remote Controls

    Remote Control of Other Components Learning Commands 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.
  • Page 61 Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ STATION TUNING ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE EXIT ENTER DISC TV VOL TV CONTROL VOLUME – –...

  • Page 62: Using The Remote Control With Other Components

    Remote Control of Other Components Using the Remote Control with Other Components DVD or LD Player Operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your DVD or LD player's preset code, but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“...

  • Page 63: Number Buttons

    VCR & DVD Recorder Operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your VCR or DVD video recorder's preset code, but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“ on pages 58-61). •...
  • Page 64 Remote Control of Other Components CD & CD-R Player Operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your CD player or CD-R's preset code, but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“...
  • Page 65 MD Operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your MD recorder's preset code, but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“ on pages 58-61). •...
  • Page 66 Remote Control of Other Components STB (satellite tuner) Operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your satellite tuner's (or cable TV's) preset code, but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“...
  • Page 67 TV Operations • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you program your TV's preset code, but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“ on pages 58-61). •...

  • Page 68: Cassette Deck Operations

    Remote Control of Other Components Cassette Deck Operations You can use this remote control to control most cassette decks, though with some models the functions may differ. • The following operations are available from the receiver's remote control after you recall a cassette deck's preset code , but some operations may need to be learned by the receiver (see “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components,“...

  • Page 69: Using Other Functions

    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.

  • Page 70: Recording From Digital Audio Components

    Press the SIGNAL SELECT button on the remote control (or use the button on the front panel) and choose analog. Record- ing DIGITAL or 2 RF (VSX-37TX only) signals is not possible. 2 Start recording with VCR 1 or VCR 2 (etc.).

  • Page 71: Multi Operations

    Up to five more commands can be programmed into a Multi Operation, such as changing the sound mode of the receiver and starting playback of the source. Important: For Multi Operations to work with other non-Pioneer components, you must first setup the remote to control those other components—see pages 58-61 for more on this.
  • Page 72 1 Press the TV CONTROL button and TV your TV (as explained above). 2 Press the DVD/LD button then DVD player (if it is not a PIONEER product). 3 Press the DVD/LD button then 3 (play) to start playing the DVD player.

  • Page 73: System Off

    For example, you can program the unit to stop your DVD, turn off your TV, turn off your DVD player and turn off the receiver itself. You don't need to program in other the power for PIONEER components, they will go off automatically in this mode.

  • Page 74: Setting Up The Direct Function

    This button will turn off the receiver and any component that has programmed into the SYSTEM OFF settings (see above) as well as turn off all PIONEER components regardless of whether they have been programmed into SYSTEM OFF. If you use this feature when a DVD is playing, the player will stop the play mode before switching off.

  • Page 75: Remote Back Light

    Remote Back Light When you press any button on the remote all the buttons light for a few seconds. You can change the strength of this light here. The default backlighting mode is MID, MAX is the strongest. MID is slightly weaker. There's also the option to switch off backlighting altogether.

  • Page 76: Erasing Learned Remote Control Commands

    Using Other Functions Erasing Learned Remote Control Commands Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ TUNING STATION ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE EXIT ENTER DISC TV VOL...

  • Page 77: Video Select

    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.45. You then alter the video input with the VIDEO SELECT button.

  • Page 78: Multi-Room

    VSX-37TX/36TX is able to change the input even though the receiver is off. MULTI-ROOM connections On the VSX-37TX/36TX, connect the IR receiver sensor to the MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE REMOTE IN jack, then connect a separate amplifier (and speakers) and TV monitor to the MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE AUDIO and MONITOR OUT jacks.
  • Page 79 In this case choose VARIABLE for the VOLUME LEVEL setting. If you hook up a full integrated amplifier in the sub room (such as another Pioneer VSX receiv- er) choose FIXED for the VOLUME LEVEL setting.
  • Page 80 Using Other Functions Using the front panel with the MULTI-ROOM system 2,4,5 MULTI-ROOM &SOURCE CONTROL TUNING + STATION + « MULTI-ROOM &SOURCE CONTROL If you don't turn the multi room memo function off you won't be able to turn the entire main room system off. 1 Press the MULTI-ROOM &...

  • Page 81: Press The

    Using the remote control with the MULTI-ROOM system Î SETUP S0URCE RECEIVER MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 MULTI CONTROL TUNER TVCONT TAPE1 CLASS BAND DIRECT ACCESS ¶ TUNING STATION ¡ ¢ DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU CHANNEL GUIDE EXIT ENTER DISC TV VOL...
  • Page 82 The PIONEER SR System: Operating other PIONEER components Connecting an optional control cord allows you to operate other PIONEER components simply by pointing the receiver's remote control at the remote sensor on the front panel of the receiver. The receiver then sends the remote control signals to the other devices via the CONTROL OUT terminal.

  • Page 83: Techno Tidbits & Problem-Solving

    Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving 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.

  • Page 84: Dts

    Because of these differences we often miss the power and emotion that thrills us in a good movie. Now Pioneer and THX have teamed up to bring the full glory of accurate cinema sound to the comfort and convenience of your home.

  • Page 85: Preset Code List

    Preset Code List Device Manufacturer Code TOSHIBA SONY PANASONIC SAMSUNG SHARP AKAI PIONEER 000, 008 SONY PANASONIC 105, 106 KENWOOD PHILIPS MITSUBISHI PIONEER 100, 111 201(SAT), 203(SAT) SONY 202(SAT) ECHOSTAR 205(SAT) PIONEER 200(SAT), 207(DTV) ORION 445, 446, 424 FUNAI 401, 406, 408, 414, 405, 413,...

  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    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. Symptom The power does not turn ON.
  • Page 87 Symptom No sound from surround or center speakers. Sound is produced from some components, but not from digital components. No sound is output or a noise is output when software with DTS is played back. The sound is output intermittently when software with DTS is played back.
  • Page 88 Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Symptom You can't get DIGITAL to come up when using the SIGNAL SELECT button. When using THX AUTO mode the receiver is not playing in the EX mode. The Dolby Digital / DTS indicator doesn't light up even when playing a Dolby Digital / DTS source.
  • Page 89 EST 1924 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.

  • Page 90: Specifications

    Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Specifications Amplifier Section VSX-37TX : Continuous average power output of 120 watts* per channel, min., at 6 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0.09 %** total harmonic distortion (front). VSX-36TX: Continuous average power output of 100 watts* per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from...
  • Page 91 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. Maintenance of External Surfaces •...
  • Page 92 Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Independent Service Company, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, service manuals, or accessories, please call the number shown below.

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