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Pioneer VSX-D711 Operating Instructions Manual

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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL
RECEIVER
VSX-D711
VSX-D811S
Operating Instructions
XRB3013A.01.06
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01.12.12, 4:40 PM

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  • Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D711 VSX-D811S Operating Instructions XRB3013A.01.06 01.12.12, 4:40 PM...
  • Page 2 XRB3013A.01.06 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 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic II” and the double D symbol 2 are trademarks of Dolby Laboratorories. XRB3013A.01.06 "DTS", “ES”, and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 01.12.12, 4:41 PM...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Antenna snap connectors ... 19 Using external antennas ...19 To improve FM reception ...19 To improve AM reception ...19 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711) ... 20 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S) ... 21 A and B speaker systems ... 22 Speaker terminals ... 22 Hints on speaker placement ...
  • Page 5 Setting the relative volume level of each channel ... 44 7 Using the tuner Listening to the radio ... 45 Improving FM stereo sound ... 45 Tuning directly to a station ... 45 Saving station presets ...46 Naming station presets ... 47 Listening to station presets ...

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    Before you start Checking what’s in the box Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories: • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • Dry cell batteries x 2 (AA size IEC R6P) • Remote control • These operating instructions Installing the receiver Please note the following points: •...

  • Page 7: 5 Minute Guide

    5 minute guide Introduction to home theater You are probably used to using stereo equipment to listen to music, but may not be used to home theater systems that give you many more options (such as surround sound) when listening to soundtracks.

  • Page 8: Listening To Surround Sound

    5 minute guide Listening to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible setup in mind, so with the following quick setup guide, you should have your system hooked up for surround sound in no time at all. In most cases, you can simply leave the receiver in the default settings.
  • Page 9 FRONT CENTER SURROUND FRONT T V / PREOUT CENTER DVD / CONTROL VSX-D711 Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 to 16 . AC OUTLET Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to the AC power source.
  • Page 10 5 minute guide Front Speakers DIGITAL IN ASSIGNABLE DVD 7.1CH INPUT CENTER SUB W. ( DVD/ LD ) ANTENNA SURROUND VCR / SURROUND LOOP BACK UNBAL VIDEO TV / MONITOR / LD FRONT D V D 5.1CH INPUT WOOFER CD-R / TAPE PREOUT / MD...
  • Page 11 5 minute guide Plug in the receiver and switch it on, followed by your DVD player, your subwoofer and the TV. Make sure you’ve set the video input on your TV to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don’t know how to do this.

  • Page 12: Using The Quick Setup

    5 minute guide Using the Quick Setup You can use the Quick Setup to get your system up and running with just a few button presses. The receiver automatically makes the necessary settings after you have selected your speaker setup and room size. If you want to make more specific settings, refer to Choosing your receiver setup on pages 38–43.

  • Page 13: Connecting Up

    Connecting up Before making or changing any connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. Audio/Video cords Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to connect the audio/video components and a video cord to connect the monitor TV. Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), and the yellow plugs to VIDEO.

  • Page 14: Connecting Digital Components

    (for example, the coaxial output from the component to coaxial input on the receiver). The VSX-D711 has three digital inputs on the rear panel (two coaxial inputs and a optical input) and the VSX-D811S has four (two coaxial inputs and two optical inputs).
  • Page 15 Connecting up VSX-D811S DIGITAL IN COAX ASSIGNABLE DVD 7.1CH INPUT CENTER SUB W. ¥ ø ( DVD/ LD ) (CD) ( T V / ¥ ANTENNA SAT ) S - VIDEO SURROUND MONITOR VCR / SURROUND LOOP BACK UNBAL VIDEO VCR / TV / MONITOR...

  • Page 16: Connecting Audio Components

    Connecting up Connecting audio components To begin set up, connect your analog audio components (such as a cassette deck) to the jacks. For components you want to record with, you need to hook up four plugs to the receiver (a set of stereo inputs and a set of stereo outputs), but for components that only play, you only need to hook up one set of stereo plugs.

  • Page 17: Connecting Dvd 5.1 Channel Components

    When connecting your equipment, always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet. The arrows indicate the direction of the signal. VSX-D711 DIGITAL IN COAX ASSIGNABLE DVD 5.1CH INPUT...

  • Page 18: Connecting Video Components

    Connecting up Connecting video components Connect your video components to the jacks as shown below. With digital video components (like a DVD player), you must use the connections shown on this page for the video signal, but in order to hear a digital source (like a DVD) you should hook up the audio to a digital input (see page 14).

  • Page 19: Connecting Antennas

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

  • Page 20: Connecting The Speakers (Vsx-D711)

    Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711) A complete setup of six speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown below, but everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner shown below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Speakers (Vsx-D811S)

    Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S) A complete setup of eight speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown below, but everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner shown below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround sound.

  • Page 22: A And B Speaker Systems

    Connecting up • When using the speaker on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT jack on this unit to the audio input jack on your TV. In this case the center speaker shown is unnecessary. •...
  • Page 23 • To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown below. Be sure all speakers are installed securely to prevent accidents and improve sound quality. Overhead view of speaker set up (VSX-D711) Front Front Center Right Left...

  • Page 24: Connecting Additional Amplifiers (Vsx-D811S Only)

    Connecting up Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only) This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, however it is possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers. Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections.

  • Page 25: Ac Outlet

    A damaged power cord can cause a 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.

  • Page 26: Controls And Displays

    Controls and Displays Front panel STANDBY STANDBY / ON PHONES TUNER EDIT MULTI JOG 24 23 22 21 20 19 STANDBY/ON Switches the receiver between on and standby. STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is in standby. Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control. ENTER MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial The MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial...

  • Page 27: Display

    Controls and Displays 11 SIGNAL SELECT (pages 34, 37, 48) Use to select an input signal. 12 MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS (page 36) Use Midnight when listening to movie sound- tracks at low volume. Use Loudness to boost the bass and treble at low volume. 13 SPEAKERS Use to cycle through the speaker system: A = B = A+B...
  • Page 28 Controls and Displays 2 DIGITAL Lights when a Dolby Digital signal is detected. ANALOG Lights when an analog signal is detected. Lights when a source with DTS audio signals is detected. When the Standard mode of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate decoding of a DTS signal.

  • Page 29: Remote Control

    Controls and Displays Remote control SOURCE RECEIVER CD-R MULTI CONTROL TEST TONE INPUT ATT FL DIMMER CH SELECT LEVEL EFFECT DISPLAY DISC ENTER DTV INFO MPX/RETURN D.ACCESS T.EDIT/GUIDE ¶ BAND CLASS DTV ON/OFF DTV MENU ¡ ¢ TOP MENU AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REMOTE SETUP...
  • Page 30 Controls and Displays Component/Tuner controls The main buttons (3, 7, etc.) are used to control a component after you have selected it using the MULTI CONTROL buttons. The tuner/ DTV controls above these buttons can be accessed after you have selected the corre- sponding MULTI CONTROL button (TUNER or DVD (when connected to DTV)).
  • Page 31 Controls and Displays MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS (page 36) Switches to Midnight or Loudness listening. MUTE Mutes the sound (or restores the sound if it has been muted). TV control buttons These buttons can only be used to control your TV VOLUME +/– Use to adjust the volume on your TV.

  • Page 32: Playing Sources

    Playing sources Introduction to Sound Modes There are three basic sound options: Stereo/ Direct, Standard or Advanced Surround. Stereo/Direct When you select STEREO or DIRECT, you will hear the source through just the front left and right speakers (and possibly your subwoofer depending on your speaker settings).

  • Page 33: Advanced Surround Modes

    Logic for a stereo surround effect. You can also use with Dolby Digital sources for a wider stereo field than the Standard modes. 5-Channel Stereo (VSX-D711) This can be selected to give multi-channel sound to a stereo source, using all of the speakers in your setup.

  • Page 34: Choosing The Input Signal

    Each press switches between AUTO, DVD 5.1 ch/DVD 7.1ch, ANALOG and DIGITAL. The default is AUTO. DVD 5.1ch (VSX-D711) and DVD 7.1ch (VSX- D811S) will only appear when DVD/LD is selected using the remote or the MULTI JOG/ INPUT SELECTOR dial on the front panel.

  • Page 35: Using Stereo/Direct

    Movie Music Virtual SB 5-Stereo*/ Expanded 6-Stereo** * VSX-D711 ** VSX-D811S Refer to page 33 for more details about each surround effect. The Advanced surround effects can be adjusted in the range of 10 to 90 (the default setting is 70) by pressing RCV then pressing EFFECT +/–...

  • Page 36: Using Loudness And Midnight Listening

    Playing sources Using Loudness and Midnight listening The Loudness listening feature can be used to get good bass and treble from music sources at low volume levels. The Midnight listening feature allows you to hear effective surround sound of movies at low volume levels.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Multi-Channel Analog Inputs

    Playing sources Selecting the multi-channel analog inputs If you have connected a decoder or a DVD player with multi-channel analog outputs to this receiver (page 17), you must select the analog multi-channel inputs for surround sound playback. RECEIVER SOURCE CD-R MULTI CONTROL TEST TONE INPUT ATT...

  • Page 38: Choosing Your Receiver Setup

    Refer to the following pages for details on each of the settings. If you are using the Pioneer S-FCRW220 speaker system, you’ll have to set the Crossover frequency to 200kHz. You can leave the Speaker setting and the Subwoofer setting in the default settings.

  • Page 39: Speaker Setting

    Setting up the receiver Dynamic range control setting (page 42) Compress the dynamic range of the sound track. Dual mono setting (page 42) Isolate one channel when listening to discs with dual mono encoding. Component video input setting (page Specify the components to be assigned to the component video inputs (below).

  • Page 40: Surround Back Speaker Setting (Vsx-D811S Only)

    Setting up the receiver Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: S You must let the receiver know if surround back speaker(s) have been connected, and how big they are. The size you choose (large or small) determines how much bass is sent from the receiver to the speakers.

  • Page 41: Lfe Attenuator Setting

    Setting up the receiver 150 Hz Sends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the subwoofer (or L speakers). 200 Hz Sends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to the subwoofer (or L speakers). If all speakers (front, center, and surround) are set to L, the crossover frequency can’t be set because there are no S speakers appears in the display).

  • Page 42: Surround Back Speaker Distance Setting (Vsx-D811S Only)

    Setting up the receiver Surround back speaker distance setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: 10 ft. Like the center speaker, you should set the distance of the surround speakers accurately to hear sounds coming from both front and surround speakers at the same time. Use ’...

  • Page 43: Surround Back Channel Input Setting (Vsx-D811S Only)

    Setting up the receiver Surround back channel input setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: SB 2ch IN You only have to make this setting if you are using a seperate component for decoding DVDs, and the component has only one surround back channel output.

  • Page 44: Setting The Relative Volume Level Of Each Channel

    Setting up the receiver Setting the relative volume level of each channel • Default setting: 0db For best surround sound playback, you should set the relative channel levels from the main listening position. You can set seperate levels for each surround mode. Press RCV.

  • Page 45: Using The Tuner

    Using the tuner Listening to the radio The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the frequency of the station you want, see Tuning directly to a station below.

  • Page 46: Saving Station Presets

    Using the tuner 106.00 If you make a mistake halfway through, press D.ACCESS twice to cancel the frequency and start over. Saving station presets If you often listen to a particular radio station, it's convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for easy recall whenever you want to listen to that station.

  • Page 47: Naming Station Presets

    Using the tuner Naming station presets For easier identification, you can name your station presets. Choose the station preset you want to name. See Listening to station presets (this page) for how to do this. Press T.EDIT (TUNER EDIT). The display shows ST. NAME, then a blinking cursor at the first character position.

  • Page 48: Making A Recording

    Making Recordings Making an audio or a video recording You can make an audio or a video recording from the built-in tuner, or from an audio or video source connected to the receiver (such as a CD player or TV). Keep in mind you can’t make a digital recording from an analog source or vice-versa, so make sure the components you are recording to/from...

  • Page 49: Controlling The Rest Of Your System

    Controlling the rest of your system Setting the remote to control other components There are several ways to set your remote to control the other components in your system. The easiest way to do this is to assign the component’s manufacturer preset code (listed on pages 56–67) to one of the MULTI CONTROL buttons on the remote control.

  • Page 50: Searching For Preset Codes

    Controlling the rest of your system Searching for preset codes Another way of entering preset codes is to use the search feature. The remote transmits batches of 10 codes; when you see the component you want to control respond (by turning on or off), you just scan through the last 10 codes until you find the right one.

  • Page 51: Erasing One Of The Remote Control

    Controlling the rest of your system Point the two remote controls towards each other about 1-2 inches apart then press the button that will be doing the learning on this receiver’s remote control (for example 3, 7, etc.). The LED flashes rapidly. 1 - 2 inches Press the corresponding button on the other remote control that is sending...

  • Page 52: Direct Function

    Controlling the rest of your system Press any MULTI CONTROL button then use the number buttons to enter 0123. The LED lights for two seconds to indicate that the settings have been restored to the factory presets. (If the LED blinks three times, then you made a mistake with the code—try re-entering it.) Direct function...

  • Page 53: Controls For Tvs

    Controlling the rest of your system Controls for TVs This remote control can control components after entering the proper codes or teaching the receiver the commands (see pages 56–67). Use the MULTI CONTROL buttons to select the component. Button (s) Switches the DTV on or off.

  • Page 54: Controls For Other Components

    Controlling the rest of your system Button (s) MENU Select different menus from the DTV functions. Select the menu screen. }]’‘ & Select or adjust and navigate items on the menu screen. ENTER ENTER brings up the DTV menus. Press to select or adjust and navigate items on the menu screen.
  • Page 55 Controlling the rest of your system Button (s) ¡ Hold down for fast forward playback. Hold down for fast reverse playback. Stops playback (on some models, pressing this when the disc is already stopped will cause the disc tray to open). ¶...

  • Page 56: Preset Code List

    Controlling the rest of your system Preset Code List You can only set these codes for the buttons that assigned to the respective components. So, for example, the TV codes can only be set to the TV or TVC button. Manufacturer Code PHILIPS...
  • Page 57 Controlling the rest of your system CINERAL 1040, 1110 CITIZEN 1013, 1019, 1026, 1027, 1040 CLARIVOX 1017 CLATRONIC 1036, 1086, 1102 1007, 1015, 1114 CONCERTO 1026 CONDOR 1098, 1102 CONTEC 1006, 1016, 1064, 1078 CONTINENTAL EDISON 1069, 1070, 1072 CRAIG 1054 CROSLEY 1025, 1034, 1036, 1038, 1075...
  • Page 58 Controlling the rest of your system 1025 1001 KAISUI 1006, 1078, 1079, 1080, 1090, KAMP 1078 KAPSCH 1055, 1073 KAWASHO 1078 1064 KENDO 1017 KNEISSEL 1088 KENWOOD 1011, 1013 KINGSLEY 1078 KONIG 1114 KORPEL 1017 KOYODA 1006 1013, 1019, 1064 LEYCO 1017, 1032, 1089, 1095 1026...
  • Page 59 Controlling the rest of your system RANK ARENA 1016 1031 1011, 1018, 1022, 1023, 1039, 1041, 1128, 1129, 1130, 1131, 1132 REALISTIC 1011, 1013, 1019, 1026, 1050, 1056, 1062, 1064 1055, 1073, 1088, 1089 REVOX 1017 ROADSTAR 1006, 1080, 1089, 1106 RUNCO 1010, 1013, 1117 SABA...
  • Page 60 WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 1017, 1078, 1098, 1112, 1118, 1119 YAMAHA 1011, 1013 YOKO 1017, 1079, 1101, 1109 ZANUSSI 1073 ZENITH 1009, 1010, 1040, 1112 PIONEER 1018, 1046, 1055, 1057, 1060, 1091, 1107, 1123, 1124 MD PLAYER Manufacturer Code SONY 5401 KENWOOD 5402,5407...
  • Page 61 THORENS 5021 TOSHIBA 5049 UNIVERSUM 5021 YAMAHA 5007, 5028 YORX 5047 VICTOR 5011 WARDS 5010, 5021 PIONEER 5005, 5030, 5035, 5038, 5048, 5052, 5063 TAPE DECK Manufacturer Code 6013 AIWA 6002, 6022, 6017, 6018 AKAI 6015, 6016 ANAM 6035 ARCAM...
  • Page 62 PROSCAN 5304 5304 SHARP 5320 THETA DIGITAL 5312 TECHNICS 5301 THOMSON 5310 YAMAHA 5301, 5309 PHILIPS 5302, 5308 ZENITH 5302, 5315 PIONEER 5305, 5312, 5321 5322 AMPLIFIER Manufacturer Code AUDIOLAB 8005 DENON 8002 GRUNDIG 8005 MARANTZ 8005 MICROMEGA 8005 PHILIPS...
  • Page 63 Controlling the rest of your system UHER 7027, 7042, 7050 VICTOR 7007 WARDS 7002, 7006, 7008 YAMAHA 7016, 7017 PIONEER 7002, 7008, 7014, 7022, 7042, 7047, 7050, 7052 Manufacturer Code PHILIPS 2015, 2035, 2074, 2075 PANASONIC 2015, 2042, 2053, 2054,...
  • Page 64 Controlling the rest of your system FUNAI 2001 GARRARD 2001 2015, 2027, 2032, 2057 2035 GENERAL 2011, 2028 GOLDHAND 2034 GOLDSTAR 2017, 2018, 2053, 2079 GOODMANS 2001, 2017, 2034, 2059, 2075 GO VIDEO 2077, 2081 GRAETZ 2005, 2021, 2037, 2057 GRANADA 2025, 2035, 2037 GRADIENTE...
  • Page 65 2015 XR-1002 2034 YAMAHA 2018 YAMISHI 2034 YOKAN 2034 YOKO 2011, 2057 ZENITH 2001, 2014, 2019, 2052, 2078 PIONEER 2031, 2033, 2035, 2044, 2056 SATELLITE TUNER Manufacturer Code ABSAT 4006 4027 ALBA 4029, 4034, 4037, 4052 ALDES 4019 AMSTRAD 4003, 4016, 4025, 4038, 4039,...
  • Page 66 4002, 4009, 4014, 4023, 4037, 4055, 4058 PALLADIUM 4048 PALSAT 4039 PANDA 4037 PHILIPS 4007, 4011, 4020, 4037, 4048, 4059 PHONOTREND 4019, 4050 PIONEER 4021, 4059 PLANET 4061 PROMAX 4037 PROSAT 4019 QUADRAL 4029, 4044 RADIOLA 4011 RADIX 4031, 4064...
  • Page 67 MNET 3009, 3028 3041 3009 PACIFIC 3039 PANASONIC 3001, 3013 PARAGON 3001 PULSAR 3001 PVP STEREO VISUAL MATRIX 3002 PIONEER 3010, 3014, 3018, 3036 QUASAR 3001 RADIO SHACK 3007 REMBRANDT 3004 RUNCO 3001 SAMSUNG 3014, 3040 SATBOX 3024 SIGNAL 3007...

  • Page 68: Additional Information

    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.
  • Page 69 Additional information Problem No sound from surround or center speakers. No sound from surround back speakers. Noise during playback of a cassette deck. Sound is produced from other components, but not from LD or DVD player. No sound is output or a noise is output when software with DTS is played back.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Additional information Specifications Amplifier Section Continuous average power output of 100 watts* per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0.2 %** total harmonic distortion (front). Continuous Power Output Front ... 100 W per channel (1kHz, 1.0 %, 8 ) Center ...
  • Page 71 Additional information Miscellaneous Power Requirements ... AC 120 V, 60Hz Power Consumption VSX-D711 ... 260W, 340 VA VSX-D811S ... 300W, 420 VA In Standby ... 1 W AC Outlet ... 100 W MAX. (SWITCHED) Dimensions ... 420 (W) x 158 (H) x 401 (D) mm (16-9/16 (W) x 6-4/16 (H) x 15-6/16 (D) in.)
  • Page 72 Additional information E S T 1 9 2 4 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 73 Additional information XRB3013A.68.74 01.12.12, 5:13 PM...
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  • Page 76 Si ce produit doit être réparé au Canada, veuillez vous adresser à un distributeur autorisée Pioneer au Canada pour obtenir le nom de la Société de Service Autorisée Pioneer le plus près de chez vous. Ou encore, veuillez vous communiquer avec le Service de Clientèle de Pioneer: Pour obtenir des renseignements sur la garantie, veuillez vous reporter au feuillet sur la Garantie Limitée gui accompagne le produit.

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