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- Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D209 Operating Instructions...
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Page 2: Important Notice
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. -
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 Features Five channels of independent amplification Five independent power amplifiers, each rated at 60W, ensure accurate, dynamic reproduc- tion of all multi-channel material. Dolby* Pro Logic Enjoy stunning multi-channel, surround sound effects from movies and other material recorded in Dolby Surround/Pro Logic. Enhance your listening experience further with built-in signal processing that recreates the movie theater ambience in your living room.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introductory Information ... 6 Checking the Supplied Accessories ... 6 Using this Manual ... 6 Installing the Receiver ... 6 Preparing the Remote Control ... 7 Connecting Your System ... 8 Connecting Antennas ... 8 Connecting Audio Components ... 9 Connecting DVD 5.1 Channel Components ... -
Page 6: Introductory Information
• Do not place objects directly on top of this unit. This would prevent proper heat dispersal. • When installing in a rack, shelf, etc., be sure to leave more than 8 inches of space above the receiver. 8 inches (20 cm.) -
Page 7: Preparing The Remote Control
TUNER, etc.) and use the SOURCE SELECT buttons to change which component the remote control itself will operate. Thus, if the VSX-D209 is in TUNER mode, for example, and you want to listen to your CD player, you need to select the CD mode with the FUNCTION button. -
Page 8: Connecting Your System
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 9: Connecting Audio Components
Cassette deck placement Depending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise caused by leakage flux from the transformer in the receiver may occur during playback. If you experience noise, move the cassette deck farther away from the receiver. Connecting Your System... -
Page 10: Connecting Dvd 5.1 Channel Components
Connections can be made from a DVD player, multi channel decoder equipped with 5.1 analog outputs to the 5.1 analog inputs on this unit. Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections. -
Page 11: Connecting Speakers
(left) Speaker terminals Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver. 1 Twist around 1/2 inch of bare wire strands together. 2 Unclip the speaker terminal and insert the wire. 3 Snap shut the speaker terminal to secure. -
Page 12: Ac Outlet
Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect. AC OUTLET [SWITCHED 100 W (0.8 A) MAX] Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the receiver's STANDBY/ ON button. Total electrical power consumption of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A). -
Page 13: Setting Up For Surround Sound
Setting Up for Surround Sound The VSX-D209 offers several options for surround sound listening, depending on the speakers in your set up. Having installed the speakers in your room it's important to set up the relative volume levels and delay time in order to make the most of the receiver's surround sound capabilities. - Page 14 As above, you can set the distance in a range from 1-30 feet. When you are finished setting up the delay time the receiver will return to normal operating mode after about 20 seconds.
- Page 15 SET UP SORROUND DSP MODE MUTING CH. SELECT LEVEL MASTER RECEIVER FUNCTION DIMMER VOLUME AV MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Î REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Setting up speaker levels for DVD CH 5.1 SOURCE SELECT SOURCE TUNER TV CONT. TAPE CD-R TV FUNC. &...
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Page 16: Level +/– Buttons
3, 5, MASTER RECEIVER FUNCTION DIMMER VOLUME AV MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Î REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 1 Use the DSP MODE button to turn on a DSP effect. You can cycle through the five different types with the DSP button. 2 Play a source (CD, tape,etc.) and set master volume to a moderate level. -
Page 17: Displays & Controls
STANDBY/ON button Switches the receiver between on and standby. 2 STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is in standby mode (note that the receiver consumes a small amount of power (1W) in standby mode). 3 STATION (+/–), FREQUENCY (+/–), TUNING SELECT buttons (see pages 23–25) -
Page 18: Display
If SP3 appears speakers are switched off. 8 S. BASS indicator Lights when the S. BASS is on (see note % page.17). 9 CHARACTER display Shows the radio frequency or function (DVD/LD, CD, etc.) receiver is using . MONO MONITOR TUNED STEREO... -
Page 19: Remote Control
5 SURROUND button (see page 13,15, 20, 22) Use this button to set up the surround sound features of the VSX-D209. In particular, it's used to select the type of center mode, turn on/off subwoofer option and select delay time for each speaker. -
Page 20: Listening In Surround Sound
Listening in Dolby Pro Logic Mode To really appreciate what the VSX-D209 can do, sit back and experience a movie encoded in Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic with five speaker surround sound creating theater-like sound effects in your living room. When choosing software, look out for the (sometimes, unmarked software is also recorded in Dolby Pro Logic). -
Page 21: Listening In Dvd 5.1 Channel Input Mode
Listening in Surround Sound 1 Use the FUNCTION button to select DVD 5.1 On the receiver, press the DVD 5.1 CH function button to select the DVD input mode directly. On the remote control, repeated presses of the FUNCTION button switches between 5.1 channel input and the other inputs. -
Page 22: Listening In Dsp Mode
MUTING CH. SELECT LEVEL MASTER RECEIVER FUNCTION DIMMER VOLUME AV MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Î REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DANCE Simulates the acoustic environment and strong bass sound of a dance music club. THEATER 1 Simulates the acoustic environment of a mid-sized movie theater. -
Page 23: Using The Tuner
To change frequency more quickly, press and hold the FQ. – buttons until the desired frequency is reached, then release. Once you've found a station, you can store it in the receiver's memory for easy recall anytime—turn to page 25 for more on this. MPX mode... -
Page 24: Tuning Directly To A Station
Memorizing Stations (front panel only) 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. This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time. The VSX- D209 can memorize up to 30 stations, stored in three banks, or classes, (A,B and C) of 10 stations each. -
Page 25: Recalling Memorized Stations
After choosing the location you want, the preset class and number blink for about 5 seconds and the receiver stores the station. Repeat steps 1 to 4 to memorize up to 30 stations. 1 Use the FUNCTION button to put the receiver in tuner mode . -
Page 26: Making A Recording
The following steps show you how to 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). Recordings can be made to a CD- Recorder, cassette deck, MD, VCR, or DVR deck connected to the CD-R/TAPE/MD, VCR or DVR in/out connectors. -
Page 27: Controlling The Rest Of Your System
Controlling the Rest of Your System CD/MD/CD-R Player Controls This remote control can control Pioneer CD, MD or CD-R decks. memo To control your CD, MD or CD-R player with this remote control, first put the remote into CD, MD or CD-R mode with the proper SOURCE SELECT button (i.e. -
Page 28: Cassette Deck Controls
Controlling the Rest of Your System Cassette Deck Controls This remote control can control Pioneer cassete decks. memo To control your cassette deck with this remote control, first put the remote into the TAPE mode with the TAPE SOURCE SELECT button. -
Page 29: Dvd Player Controls
DVD Player Controls This remote control can control Pioneer DVD players. memo To control your DVD player with this remote control, first put the remote into DVD mode with the DVD SOURCE SELECT button. SOURCE SELECT SOURCE TUNER TV CONT. -
Page 30: 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. Symptom The power does not turn on. -
Page 31: Specifications
• Too far away or bad angle of operation. • There is an obstacle between the receiver and the remote control. • Strong light such as fluorescent light is shining onto the unit's remote control signal light- receiving window. - Page 32 After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. 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.