Pioneer Elite VSX-21 User Manual

VSX-21AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVEROperating Instructions

10<ARB7181>ConnectionsVideo Components Connections7 Audio/Video cordsUse audio/video cords (not supplied) to connect thevideo components and a v

SET UPOPERATION11<ARB7181>Digital ConnectionsDigital components can be connected as shown below. You can select up to four of the following be

12<ARB7181>ConnectionsDVD 5.1 Channel ConnectionDVD and LD discs are often compatible with both 2 channel and 5.1 channel audio output formats.

SET UPOPERATION13<ARB7181>/DTSVIDEOOUTFMUNBAL75ΩOUT ININCONTROLLOOPANTENNAAMANTENNADIGITAL INOPT1OPT2OPT3OPTDIGITALOUTCOAXDIGITALINPLAYRECMD/TAP

14<ARB7181>Connecting additional amplifiersTo use separate amplifiers to power your speaker, make the connections shown below.Do not make simult

SET UPOPERATION15<ARB7181>• Install the left and right front speakers at equal distances from the TV.• When installing speakers near the TV, we

16<ARB7181>Preparations1Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.The STANDBY indicator goes out.2Press RECEIVER.This switches the remote to the surro

SET UP17<ARB7181>Preparations1Press % or fi to set the front speaker.Front speaker (initial setting is “L (Large)”)• Select “FL” if your speakers

18<ARB7181>PreparationsSUB WOOFER ON/OFF setting modeSets whether the SUB WOOFER is used or not.• Initial setting is “ON”.• Setting the front sp

SET UP19<ARB7181>PreparationsLow cut filter ON/OFF setting modeTurn the low cut filter ON when distorted sound is output through the sub woofer.

2<ARB7181>Information to UserAlteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to o

20<ARB7181>PreparationsDynamic range control setting modeDynamic range is the difference between the loudest and softest sounds in any given sig

SET UP21<ARB7181>1Press .2Press VOL + or – to adjust the volume to an appropriatelevel.3Press TEST TONE to output the test tone.The test tone

22<ARB7181>1Press COMMANDER SET UP and 1 at the same time toselect the preset mode.The MULTI CONTROL buttons on the remote control start to blin

SET UP23<ARB7181>Preparations3Press % or fi repeatedly to display the name of thecomponent’s manufacturer.A list of all available preset codes is

24<ARB7181>Names of Parts and Basic Operations8 DNR indicatorLights when the DIGITAL NR is on.9 LOUDNESS indicatorLights when loudness is on (re

25<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONRemote ControlThese pages describe the buttons on the remote controlused to operate the receiver.7 Number buttonsThese

26<ARB7181>Names of Parts and Basic OperationsFront Panel1 STANDBY/ON buttonPress to switch the receiver on or put in standby.2 STANDBY indicat

27<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONNames of Parts and Basic Operations• SIGNAL SELECT is fixed in the “ANALOG” positionfor components not assigned to one

28<ARB7181>Sound ModesThis receiver incorporates two surround modes for enjoyment of a variety of program sources.Surround modes (Dolby) modeUse

29<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONSwitching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal InputThe input of the component set in the digital input setting (Refer to page 20, 21

SET UPOPERATION3<ARB7181>READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operatinginstructions should be read before the product isoperated.RETAIN INSTRU

30<ARB7181>Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS SoundSound Modes1Follow steps 1 to 3 of the playback procedure. (Refer to“Playback” on pag

31<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATION1Press RECEIVER.This sets the remote to select the sound mode.(You can skip this step when using the controls on the r

32<ARB7181>Switching the Dolby/DTS mode (ADVANCED THEATER mode)Switch the Dolby/DTS mode by pressing the button. When Dolby/DTS mode is ON, Do

33<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONDVD 5.1ch input playbackConnect a component with 5.1 channel output to enjoy the surround sound created by 5.1 channel

34<ARB7181>Reducing noise during playback (DIGITAL NR function)When DIGITAL NR is on, extraneous noise during playback can be reduced.Press DIGI

35<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONListening in MIDNIGHT Listening ModeWhen the volume is low, surround effects tend to become less than satisfactory. T

36<ARB7181>Tuner OperationsAutomatic and Manual TuningThe following steps show you how to tune in FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic

37<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONTuner OperationsDirect TuningThe following steps show you how to tune directly to a specific frequency using the remot

38<ARB7181>Tuner OperationsMemorizing Frequently Tuned StationsThe following steps show you how to memorize up to 30 radio stations in 3 classes

39<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONTuner OperationsRecalling the Memorized Stations1Press FUNCTION repeatedly on the remote or FM/AM onthe front panel to

4<ARB7181>FeaturesDTS (Digital Theater Systems) decoder equipped RDTS is a digital sound system introduced in theaters. Playback of DVD, LD, an

40<ARB7181>Playback1Turn on the power of the playback component.2Press RECEIVER to turn on the receiver.Be sure that the standby indicator turns

41<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONAdjusting bass and treble (tone control)Use BASS (+/–) or TREBLE (+/–) to adjust the low and high frequencies.Press BA

42<ARB7181>Recording from Audio ComponentsThe following operations show you how to record audio to the cassette, DAT, or MD deck connected to th

43<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONOther OperationsRecording from Video ComponentsThe following operations show you how to record audio and video to the

44<ARB7181>Other OperationsRemote Controlling Other ComponentsDVD or LD player operationsBefore performing these operations, press the DVD/LD (M

45<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONOther Operations1Press to switch the TV on or off.2 5Raises the volume of the TV.3 ∞Lowers the volume of the TV.4 Numb

46<ARB7181>Other Operations1Press to switch the satellite tuner on or off.2 5˜∞˜2˜3Use as cursor buttons to obtain information aboutprograms.3 N

47<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONOther Operations1Press to switch the CD player on or off.2 8Press to pause playback.3 3Press to start playback.4 7Pres

48<ARB7181>MD recorder operationsBefore performing these operations, press the MD/TAPE (MULTI CONTROL) button to switch the remote tothe MD/TAPE

49<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATION1Press to switch the cassette deck on or off (notpossible with all models).2 8Press to pause playback or recording.3 3

SET UPOPERATION5<ARB7181>Table of ContentsIntroductory Information... 6Checking the Sup

50<ARB7181>Other Operations1Press to switch the VCR 1 or VCR 2 (VCR only on VSX-D508S) on or off (not possible with all models).2 8Press to paus

51<ARB7181>SET UPOPERATIONBackground Control of Other ComponentsThe following steps show you how to control one component while listening to ano

52<ARB7181>Additional InformationDolby DigitalDolby Digital is a compression format which records the sound of 6 channels of the theater surroun

53<ARB7181>DTSDTS has been adopted as a sound recording format in the latest movie theaters since the release of “JURASSIC PARK”in 1993, and has

54<ARB7181>Additional InformationTroubleshootingIncorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is

55<ARB7181>Additional InformationSymptomBroadcast stations cannot be selectedautomatically.No sound from surround or centerspeakers.Sound is pro

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57<ARB7181>Additional InformationAmplifier SectionContinuous average power output of 100watts* per channel, min., at 8 ohms, from 20Hz to 20,000

58<ARB7181>WeWant YouLISTENINGFor A LifetimeSelecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchasedis only the start of your music

59<ARB7181>Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest PioneerAuthorized Independent Service Company, o

6<ARB7181>Loading the batteriesIntroductory Information“AA” IEC LR6 batteries x 2FM wire antenna AM loop antenna Remote control unitChecking the

60<ARB7181>Published by Pioneer Electronic Corporation.Copyright © 1999 Pioneer Electronic Corporation.All rights reserved.PIONEER ELECTRONIC CO

SET UPOPERATION7<ARB7181>Introductory InformationOperating other PIONEER componentsReceiver Installation• Do not place objects directly on top o

8<ARB7181>ConnectionsAntennasUsing external antennas7 To improve FM receptionConnect an external FM antenna.7 To improve AM receptionConnect a 1

SET UPOPERATION9<ARB7181>Audio Components ConnectionsConnectionsBe sure to switch power to standby and remove the power cord from the wall outle