Pioneer HTP-500, HTP-600 User Manual

ANTENNA

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

AM

LOOP

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HTP-2500/2600 Quick Start Guide

Check that you have all the

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accessories.

AM loop
antenna

Non-skid pads
(1x20, 1x4)

Speaker cord (x1)

FM wire antenna

Batteries (x2)

Brackets (x4)

Screws (x4)

STANDBY/ON MUTE

SLEEP STATUS DIMMER

INPUT SELECTOR

TUNER

STB DVD/DVR

DIGITAL

FM/AM TAPE/VCR TV CLASS

– +

SYSTEM
SETUP CH LEVEL

ROOM
SETUP

AUTO

OFF SOUND TONE

TUNING STATION

–

VOLUME

+

ENTER

–

SURROUND

BASS

TREBLE

+– +–

RECEIVER

STEREO

EDIT

+

TEST
TONE

MPX

Remote control

You should also have:

• Speakers (x5)

• Subwoofer

• Operating instructions

• Warranty card

Put the batteries in the remote

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control and stick the non-skid pads
to the base of the speakers.

Front and surround speakers

Open the battery compartment on

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the rear of the remote control.

Insert the supplied batteries

2

following the markings inside the
battery compartment to align
them correctly.

Replace the battery compartment

3

cover.

Stick the self-adhesive non-skid

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pads to the underside of each
speaker, and to the underside of
the subwoofer. Use four pads per
speaker (see below).

Center speaker

Subwoofer

Connect each speaker to the receiver using the

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supplied speaker wires.

To connect, insert the colored wire into the matching colored (+) tab
and the other wire into the black (–) tab as shown below. Connect the
center speaker the same way (matching the wire the color-coded label).

Note that the color-coded tabs are as follows:

• Red : Front right speaker • Purple : Subwoofer

• White : Front left speaker • Grey : Surround right speaker

• Green : Center speaker • Blue : Surround left speaker

Receiver

SPEAKERS

FRONT

SURROUND

SUB

CENTER

RL RL

WOOFER

+

–

+

–

For the best surround sound, set up your
speakers like this. The front left and right
speakers should be about 6–9 feet apart.

Listening position

Center

Surround leftSurround right

Subwoofer

Front leftFront right

Connect antennas

4

Connect the FM wire antenna and fully extend along a

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window frame or another suitable place that gives good
reception.

To connect the AM loop antenna, twist the exposed wire

2

strands together and insert into the terminal, then snap
the connector shut as shown below.

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2

Connect the receiver to your DVD

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player/ recorder.

Use a coaxial digital cord (not supplied) to connect the digital
output of your DVD player/ recorder to the DIGITAL INPUT
(COAXIAL) DVD/DVR jack.

Use a red/white stereo audio cord (not supplied) to connect the
AUDIO TV IN jack on the receiver to the audio output on your
TV.* This will allow you to listen to your TV through this
speaker system.

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* Note that you must also connect the DVD player/ recorder's

AM loop
antenna

video output to your TV's video input to watch a DVD video
(video cable is not supplied).

DIGITAL INPUT

(COAXIAL)

DVD/DVR

FM wire antenna

Receiver

3/8 in.
(10mm)

AUDIO

TV IN

IN

OUT

RL

DVD player/ recorder

DIGITAL

2

+

–

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

+

–

Receiver

L

R

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

IN

TV

Plug the receiver, DVD player/
recorder and TV into a convenient
AC outlet.

Press  STANDBY/ON to switch on the receiver.



STANDBY/ON



STANDBY/ON

Receiver

Switch on your DVD player/ recorder and TV, and set the TV to
the correct video input.

VIDEO 1





STANDBY/ON

STANDBY/ON

VIDEO SELECT

TV

DVD player/ recorder

After switching on, make any

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necessary settings required by the
DVD player/ recorder, then you're
ready to start enjoying your home
theater system.

Refer to the receiver's operating instructions for a detailed
explanation of this system's surround sound features.

VOLUME

+

–

AUTO SURROUND STEREO

INPUT SELECTOR

DIGITAL

STB DVD/DVR

FM/AM TAPE/VCR TV

For detailed instructions, see the Operating Instructions supplied and / or contact one of our knowledgeable Pioneer Customer Service Representatives at 1 - [phone].

Setting Up Your HTP-2500/2600 Home Theater System At-a-Glance

Refer to the following diagram when making system connections for a full surround sound
setup. Note that the TV, DVD player/ recorder and some accessories are not included. Refer

Wall-mounting the front and surround speaker system

Attaching the brackets

÷ Make sure to tighten the supplied screw as securely as possible when attaching

to the reverse side of this sheet to check what’s supplied with the HTP-2500/2600.

÷ Please do not attach the brackets to the center speaker.

Before mounting

÷ Remember that the speaker system is heavy and that its weight could cause the

÷ Mounting screws are not supplied. Use screws that are suitable for the wall

the bracket to the back of the speaker.

wood screws to work loose, or the wall material to fail to support it, resulting in the
speaker falling. Make sure that the wall on which you intend to mount the speakers
is strong enough to support them. Do not mount on plywood or soft surface walls.

material and that will support the weight of the speaker.

DVD player/ recorder

COAXIAL OUT VIDEO OUT

Not supplied Not supplied

Not supplied

DIGITAL INPUT

(COAXIAL)

DVD/DVR

Front L.

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

IN

Subwoofer

Mounting screw
(not supplied)

5 mm

10 mm

Bracket screw
(supplied)

÷ If you are unsure of the material and strength of the walls, consult a professional for advice.
÷ Pioneer is not responsible for any accidents or damage that result from improper installation.

5 – 7 mm

Front R.

Center

+–

AUDIO

TV IN

+

–

SPEAKERS

FRONT

CENTER

RL RL

SUB

WOOFER

SURROUND

+

–

Receiver

Surround L.

For detailed instructions, see the Operating Instructions supplied and / or contact one of our knowledgeable Pioneer Customer Service Representatives at 1 - [phone].

Surround R.

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