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Pioneer VSX-D709S Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-D709S Operating Instructions...

  • Page 2: Information To User

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  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    This is a safety feature. If you are shock.

  • Page 4: Quick Start Guide

    The quality of these two types of connections is the same but since some digital components only have one type of digital terminal you need to figure out which yours has and hook it up to the appropriate terminal on the receiver.

  • Page 5: Speaker Connections

    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).

  • Page 6: Digital Input Assignment

    STANDBY/ON button on the receiver to put the receiver in ON mode. 4 4 4 4 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).

  • Page 7: Playing A Dvd With Surround Sound

    If you don't hook up any other components with digital audio or do so following the default settings of the receiver (see page 15) you won't have to assign any more digital inputs, but many other adjust- ments will improve the sound tremendously.
  • Page 8 Digital noise reduction filters out unwanted noise from recordings to give you a clearer sound and the 5 channel tone control allows you to adjust the treble and bass of each channel individually to suit your listening tastes.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Audio Components ........... 12 CD/CD-R/MD/VCR/LD Player Controls ..... 60 Digital Connections ..........13 Cassette Deck Controls ..........61 Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player ..14 DVD/DVR Player Controls ......... 62 Video Components ........... 15 DTV Controls ............. 63 Satellite TV Components .........

  • Page 10: Before You Start

    • Never use new and old batteries together. • Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according to the marks in the battery case. • Batteries with the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together.

  • Page 11: Installing The Receiver

    All you have to do is recall the appropriate the stored settings (see p.55-56). • If you use a remote control hooked up via the CONTROL IN jack with a control cord, you won't be able to use this unit's remote control.

  • Page 12: Connecting Your Equipment

    (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).

  • Page 13: Digital Connections

    DIGITAL IN 4: TV/SAT You will notice that Digital IN 1, for example, is a coaxial jack. If your DVD/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-D709S default setting. In...

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

    VSX-D709S model through their digital input jacks. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the RFD-1. If your player has an 2 RF output this will ensure you can use all LDs. We also recommend hooking up your digital components to analog audio jacks.

  • Page 15: Video Components

    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 Dolby Digital/DTS you must hook up a digital input.

  • Page 16: Satellite Tv Components

    (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.

  • Page 17: Multi Channel Input (External Decoder)

    Multi Channel Input (External Decoder) In some cases you may want to have your source material (DVD, etc.) decoded externally. If you find you need a multi channel external decoder hook one up as shown below, but for most people this component is unnecessary (For more on this see p.48).

  • Page 18: Connecting The Radio Antennas

    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.

  • Page 19: Speakers

    In general, make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.

  • Page 20: Placing Your Speakers

    You can change the speaker impedance for VSX-D709S but we recommend using speakers with an impedance of 8 -16 (the default setting). If you are using 6 - less than 8 impedance speakers, you need to change the impedance setting. Use any speaker rated between 6 -16 .

  • Page 21: Connecting Additional Amplifiers

    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.

  • Page 22: Displays & Controls

    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. 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 12 13...
  • Page 23 Displays & Controls 7 FL DIMMER button display the sound mode. Lastly, when you press the SETUP button (14), you can use it to Use to adjust the brightness of the fluorescent perform SETUP operations (turn to select, push display (FL = fluorescent display).

  • Page 24: Remote Control

    DIRECT ACCESS mode or the For DSP/advanced theater sound modes use to tracks in CD, DVD mode etc. put into the mode to add or subtract the amount of effect. For other sound modes use to select Also, buttons marked with the following names individual channels to increase or decrease have special functions.
  • Page 25 5 4 ¢ /CHANNEL +/– buttons at other times, for example when teaching the Use to adjust channels on your TV and VCR or use receiver preset codes, with specific meanings. to select tracks on your DVD or CD player.

  • Page 26: Display

    2 SIGNAL SELECT indicators Light to indicate the input signal you selected. 8 TAPE 2 indicator AUTO : Lights when the receiver is set to select Lights when the TAPE 2 monitor is on. the input signal automatically. 9 MASTER VOLUME indicator ANALOG : Lights when analog signals are assigned.

  • Page 27: Initial Set Up

    These instructions are written using the remote control to make the settings but you can also use the multi jog dial, setup and return buttons on the front panel for the same purpose. Turn the multi jog dial left or right to instead of using the 5 or ∞...
  • Page 28 Dolby Digital sources at low volumes. FUNCTION RENAME This feature lets you rename specific "functions," which in this case stands for components like DVD/LD, VCR 1 , etc. This is a useful feature for matching the remote control and receiver SOURCE RECEIVER display exactly with your home setup.
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: Multi Channel In Setting

    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.

  • Page 31: Speaker Setting

    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.
  • Page 32 If you have a subwoofer and like lots of bass, it may seem logical to select LARGE for your FRONT speakers and leave the subwoofer selected. This may not, however, yield the best bass results. Depending on the size and shape of your room you may actually experience a decrease in the amount of bass due to what is called "low...

  • Page 33: Channel Delay

    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 34: Channel Level

    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.
  • Page 35 SOURCE RECEIVER Note: The volume of the subwoofer tends to sound lower than it actually is, you may need to raise its level after testing the MULTI CONTROL CD-R sound with actual soundtracks. In AUTO mode...

  • Page 36: Crossover Network

    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. If starting fresh, complete steps 1-3 in “Setting Up for Surround Sound“ (p.27) first.

  • Page 37: 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.
  • Page 38 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. This feature only applies to Dolby Digital sources but the MIDNIGHT LISTENING mode accomplishes the same end for a variety of sources (see p.46).

  • Page 39: Basic Playback

    Again, try different settings with various soundtracks to see which you like. STANDARD mode This mode is for pure decoding of Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Surround. No special effects are added. It is good for enjoying movies that have been recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or Dolby Surround.

  • Page 40: Dsp Modes

    This mode is most like the sound reproduction you would get from a regular stereo receiver or amplifier that is not equipped to handled A/V formats as this one is. You might want to use this mode for listening to regular music sources (like CDs) but remember, you will only get sound from your front two speakers and possibly subwoofer.

  • Page 41: Selecting A Sound Mode

    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.

  • Page 42: Playing Sources With Dolby Digital Or Dts Sound

    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. 1 Turn on the power of the playback component. SOURCE RECEIVER MULTI CONTROL CD-R 2 Turn on the power of the receiver.

  • Page 43: Playing Stereo Sources

    Basic Playback Playing Stereo Sources The following instructions show you how to use the receiver for stereo audio or audio-visual. 1 Turn on the power of the playback SOURCE RECEIVER component. MULTI CONTROL CD-R 2 Turn on the power of the receiver.

  • Page 44: Switching Analog And Digital Signal Input

    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.

  • Page 45: 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 MULTI CHANNEL IN and DIRECT. 1 Press RECEIVER. SOURCE RECEIVER This switches the remote to the receiver control mode.

  • Page 46: Listening In Midnight Mode

    • If you press MIDNIGHT when in DIRECT mode the receiver switches to STEREO mode. VSX-D709S Listening the Loudness Mode The LOUDNESS mode allows you to boost the bass in a signal. It is useful for listening to music at low volumes. 1 Press RECEIVER. SOURCE RECEIVER This switches the remote to the receiver control mode.

  • Page 47: Adjusting Bass And Treble

    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.

  • Page 48: Multi Channel In Playback

    This receiver is capable of playing back advanced DVD discs which are recorded in 96 kHz/24 bit format (these are all stereo discs) and any source recorded in 96 kHz and up to 24 bit. The receiver will automatically read the format of the source and play accordingly (of course the SIGNAL SELECT will have to set to AUTO or DIGITAL to read the DVD soundtrack).

  • Page 49: 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. 1 Use the STEREO button to alternate ENTER between STEREO or DIRECT mode (you can...

  • Page 50: Dual Mono Setting

    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.

  • Page 51: 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 52: Direct Access Tuning

    Using the Tuner Direct Access Tuning The following steps show you how to tune directly to a specific frequency using the remote control. 1 Press the TUN button SOURCE RECEIVER On the receiver, select “TUNER” with the multi jog. MULTI CONTROL...

  • Page 53: 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).

  • Page 54: Recalling Memorized Stations

    RECEIVER DIRECT CONTROL MIDNIGHT STEREO FUNCTION To select channel 0, press ADVANCED STANDARD MUTE For example : If 99.50 MHz (FM) was memorized in class A at Î / DTS channel 7. AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT To skip through each channel in order Press STATION –/+ repeatedly.

  • Page 55: 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.
  • Page 56 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.

  • Page 57: Setup Mode

    ENTER EFFECT/CH SEL 2 Press the button on the other remote control corresponding RECEIVER to the operation you wish to program. The LED on this TV VOL MASTER VOLUME TV CONTROL receiver’s remote will go out and then blink twice when the TVFUNK operation is learned.

  • Page 58: 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.

  • Page 59: Checking Preset Codes

    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 RECEIVER 2 Press REMOTE SETUP and hold for three seconds. MULTI CONTROL CD-R The LED on the remote will blink twice.

  • Page 60: Cd/Cd-R/Md/Vcr/Ld Player Controls

    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 memo receiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.

  • Page 61: Cassette Deck Controls

    Remote Control of Other Components Cassette Deck Controls This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the memo receiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.

  • Page 62: Dvd/Dvr Player Controls

    Remote Control of Other Components DVD/DVR Player Controls This remote control can control this component after entering the proper codes or teaching the re- memo ceiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.

  • Page 63: Dtv Controls

    Remote Control of Other Components DTV Controls This remote control can control these components after entering the proper codes or teaching the memo receiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.

  • Page 64: Cable Tv/Satellite Tv/Tv Controls

    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 memo receiver the commands (see p.55-57). Use MULTI CONTROL buttons to put the remote control in the stated mode.

  • Page 65: Using Other Functions

    (for example if you connect a video camera to the VIDEO jacks on the front of the receiver).
  • Page 66 • When you want to change a function name, input the new function name using the same procedure. MULTI CONTROL CD-R • If you make a mistake you can use the RETURN button (2 button) to go back a step. LOUDNESS VIDEO SELECT MULTI CH INPUT •...

  • Page 67: 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 68: Recording From Digital Audio Components

    The following operations show you how to record audio and video to the video tape recorder connected to the VCR 1, VCR 2 or DVR jacks. Note that all signals coming out of these jacks will be analog and it is not possible to record Dolby Digital/DTS soundtracks.

  • Page 69: Direct 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.

  • Page 70: 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.

  • Page 71: Techno Tidbits & Problem-Solving

    PARK” in 1993, and has a good reputation for high quality sound and dynamic surround effects. In this system, 6 channels of digital sound are recorded on CD-ROM, rather than on the film. DTS adopts a simultaneous playback format. With a low rate of compression of sound signals and a high rate of transmittance, a higher sound quality format is produced.

  • Page 72: Preset Code List

    Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Preset Code List r a l l l A i t c y t i i t a s t i t i j i l i t l a l l e & l l e...
  • Page 73 Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving c i t s i l c i t i s i a t i t c i r k i t l a s t i t l u e t i e t i...
  • Page 74 Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving i t n c i f s i l c i t l e t t c i h t i o f i h t i l a r t c i l a r...
  • Page 75 Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving i l i a t l t l u e t i i j u i t a t c i l a r l a r l r a i r e i t c...
  • Page 76 Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving s i t e t t i s i e t i t c i v l i e t i n i t i l i h t i i l i e r i...

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 78 • The remote control batteries have • Replace the batteries (see p.10). worn out. • Too far away or bad angle of • Operate within 23 ft (7 m), 30° of the operation. remote sensor on the front panel (see p.11).
  • Page 79 DTS. If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions. STATION CALL button fill in sheet It's a good idea to make a note of your preset stations.

  • Page 80: Specifications

    Power Consumption ........400 W, 550 VA ** Measured by Audio Spectrum Analyzer. Power Consumption in Standby mode ....1.0 W AC Outlet SWITCHED ( 2) ..Total 100 W (0.8 A) MAX VIDEO Section (S jack) Dimensions ....420 (W)
  • Page 81 Do not use or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie furniture wax or cleaners. it with other cords. The power cords should be routed •...
  • Page 84 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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