Pioneer VSX-36TX, VSX-37TX Operating Instruction

AUDIO/VIDEO

MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

VSX-37TX VSX-36TX

Operating Instructions

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.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

THE STANDBY/ON BUTTON IS

[For U.S. model] IMPORTANT NOTICE

The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security.

SECONDARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS POWER IN STANDBY POSITION.

IMPORTANT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– 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.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment.

[For Canadian model]

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

[Pour le modèle Canadien]

ATTENTION: AFIN DE PREVENIR TOUS

RISQUES DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE OU DE DEBUT D'ENCENDIE, NE PAS EXPOSER CET APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

LE BOUTON STANDBY/ON EST RACCORDE SECONDAIREMENT ET PAR CONSEQUENT

[For Canadian model] CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NE SEPARE PAS L’APPAREIL DE L’ALIMENTATION SECTEUR SUR LA POSITION D’ATTENTE.

ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS

ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSERESS A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.

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.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating

and use instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — Unplug this product from the

wall outlet before cleaning. The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments

not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use

this product near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product

on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

CART — A product and cart combination

should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the

cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

POWER SOURCES — This product should

be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

LOCATION – The appliance should be in-

stalled in a stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of

the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left un-used for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

÷ If this product is equipped with a

polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

÷ If this product is equipped with a three-

wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-

supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If

an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

LIGHTNING — For added protection for this

product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

POWER LINES — An outside antenna

system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall

outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

Fig. A

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never

push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

SERVICING — Do not attempt to service

this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug

this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

÷ When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

÷ If liquid has been spilled, or objects

have fallen into the product.

÷ If the product has been exposed to rain

or water.

÷ If the product does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

÷ If the product has been dropped or

damaged in any way.

÷ When the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS — When

replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of any

service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The

product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

HEAT — The product should be situated

away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

III

Quick Start Guide

This is a quick guide to setting up your new receiver so you can get home theater surround sound. For more details on any of the information presented here check the main section of the manual.

Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

1 Hooking Up Your DVD Player & TV

In order to use Dolby Digital/DTS soundtracks which are at the heart of home theater you need to hook up your DVD player with digital audio connections. You can do this by either a coaxial or an optical connection, you don’t need to do both. 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. In order to do this you will need the proper cable. For coaxial connections you can use a regular RCA stereo cord or the specially-made coaxial cords, they have the same type of plugs. For optical connections you will need a special optical cord which you can buy at your local stereo store. Also hook up the video connection of your DVD player, the analog audio (for recording the audio on DVDs, use regular RCA stereo cords), and your TV (it's easiest to use a regular composite RCA video cords) as shown below. It is important that you hook up your TV (or monitor) in order to see a video image as well as the on screen displays (OSDs) shown by this receiver (for more on p.16-17). We also recommend hooking up your all your digital components to analog audio jacks. For this you can use regular RCA stereo cords.

Coaxial Digital Connection

If your DVD player has a coaxial terminal (not a PCM-only output) for the audio out hook it up using this terminal. Follow the diagram below. This is the best scenario, as you will be able to follow the default settings of this receiver and won't need to assign the digital inputs.

VIDEOAUDIO

PCM/

RF IN (AC-3)

IN2IN

DTS

IN5IN4IN

DIGITAL

DVD /

LD IN

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

RCA video cord

RCA stereo cord

VSX-37TX

coaxial cord

VIDEO

OUT

ANALOG

STEREO

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

DVD player

(not a PCM-only output)

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO INPUT

RCA video cord

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). See page VI for this.

VIDEOAUDIO

PCM/

RF IN (AC-3)

IN2IN

DTS

IN5IN4IN

DIGITAL

DVD /

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

RCA video cord

RCA stereo cord

VSX-37TX

optical cord

MONITOR

OUT

RCA video cord

VIDEO

OUT

ANALOG

STEREO

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

VIDEO INPUT

DVD player

(not a PCM-only output)

Quick Start Guide

2 Speaker Connections

Home theater is designed to be setup with five, or seven speakers (front left & right; center; surround left & right; and, optimally, surround back left & right) and a subwoofer but you can use this receiver with fewer speakers. Hook up the speakers you have to the A speaker terminals on the back of the receiver. If you only have two speakers hook them up as "FRONT." If you have three hook up the single speaker as "CENTER." Follow the diagram on p.19 in order to hook up all your speakers. A center speaker is very important for watching films because the dialog comes from the center speaker in digital soundtracks. If you do not have a CENTER

speaker you must tell the receiver the CENTER channel is OFF or when you listen to digital soundtracks you won't hear any dialog. Use the instructions on page 32-33 in order to do this.

Follow the diagram below to hook up an additional amplifier in order to use surround back speakers. These speakers are important to hear all the sound channels on new, eight channel home theater DVDs. The diagram below also explains how to hook up a subwoofer which provides realistic bass sounds.

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 amplifier match those on the speakers.

RCA audio cord

SUB

WOOFER

3 Setting up the Remote Control & Unit

RCA stereo cord

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

L (Single)

ANALOG

INPUT

Surround back

speaker (Left)

INPUT

Additional Amplifier (See p.21)

SPEAKERS

FRONT

Powered

subwoofer

Surround back

speaker (Right)

1 Put the batteries in the REMOTE CONTROL.

2 Plug the main unit into a wall outlet.

3 Press the

STANDBY/ON button on the receiver to put the receiver in ON

mode.

Quick Start Guide

4 Digital Input Assignment

This is only necessary if you did not hook up your DVD to DIGITAL IN 1, as in the first diagram on p. IV (only the VSX-37TX has an AC-3 RF terminal).

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DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2

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USE SETUP

RECEIVER

MULTI

SYSTEM

OPERATION

OFF

MULTI CONTROL

MD/

TUNER TVCONT

TAPE1

DIRECT ACCESS

BAND

873

STATION

TUNING

CHANNELDTV ON/OFF DTV MENU

1 Set the remote control slide switch to SETUP.

Also make sure your TV is on and set to the receiver.

• When you're done setting up the receiver, remember to set the slide switch back to USE.

2 Press the SYSTEM SETUP button.

You should see the following display on your TV.

123

456

789

GUIDE

+10

TV VOL

TV CONTROL

––

REMOTE SETUP

INPUT

ATT

SYSTEM SETUP

EFFECT/

CH SEL

DIGITAL

MIDNIGHT

MULTI CH

INPUT

THXLIGHT

TV FUNC

ENTER

–

EXIT

ENTER

DISC

VOLUME

MUTE

FUNCTION

3-5

DSP

ADVANCED

SIGNAL SELECT

STEREO/

DIRECT

DTS

STANDARD

System Setup

[Digital-In Select] [Speaker Setting] [Channel Delay] [Channel Level] [Crossover Network] [Bass Peak Level] [D-Range Control] [Multi Channel In] [Multi-Room]

• You can escape from this screen at any time by pressing the SYSTEM SETUP button again. None of the settings you made will be entered in this case.

• If don't enter any settings the receiver will revert back to its previous state after three minutes.

3 Digital in Select should be selected (if it isn't use

the 5¥∞ buttons to select it). Press ENTER.

AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

You should see the following display on your TV.

Digital-In Select

Digital-1 Digital-2 Digital-3 Digital-4 Digital-5 AC-3 RF [EXIT] L

[DVD/LD] [ CD ] [ MD ] [TV/SAT ] [ VCR1 ] [DVD/LD]

4 Choose the Digital-3 you hooked up your DVD

player to and assign "DVD/LD" to it.

Use the 2 or 3 buttons to choose the DVD/LD setting.

Digital-In Select

Digital-1 Digital-2 Digital-3 Digital-4 Digital-5 AC-3 RF

[EXIT] L

[DVD/LD] [ CD ] [DVD/LD] [TV/SAT ] [ VCR1 ] [DVD/LD]

5 Select EXIT with 5¥∞ buttons and press ENTER

to return to the SYSTEM SETUP MENU.

Digital-In Select

Digital-1 Digital-2 Digital-3 Digital-4 Digital-5 AC-3 RF

[EXIT] L

[ OFF ] [ CD ] [DVD/LD] [TV/SAT ] [ VCR1 ] [DVD/LD]

5 Playing a DVD with Surround Sound

1 Turn on the receiver, your TV, and the DVD

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MULTI

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OPERATION

OFF

MULTI CONTROL

MD/

TUNER TVCONT

TAPE1

DIRECT ACCESS

BAND

873

STATION

TUNING

CHANNELDTV ON/OFF DTV MENU

player.

2 Set the remote control slide switch to USE.

Press the DVD/LD button on the remote control.

You should see "DVD/LD" in the display on the receiver.

123

456

789

GUIDE

+10

TV CONTROL

TV VOL

––

REMOTE SETUP

INPUT

ATT

SYSTEM SETUP

EFFECT/ CH SEL

DIGITAL

MULTI CH

MIDNIGHT

INPUT

THXLIGHT

TV FUNC

ENTER

–

EXIT

ENTER

DISC

VOLUME

MUTE

FUNCTION

SIGNAL SELECT

STEREO/

DSP

DIRECT

DTS

ADVANCED

STANDARD

3 Press the STANDARD button for the basic

surround sound setting.

4 Play a DVD.

Quick Start Guide

AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

6 For Better Surround Sound

1 Go through the entire "system setup" procedures as outlined on pages 12-21

of this instruction manual.

If you don't hook up any other components with digital audio or do so following the default settings of the receiver (see page 14) you won't have to assign any more digital inputs, but many other adjustments will improve the sound tremendously.

2 Experiment with the different sound settings offered with the 2/DTS and

DSP buttons.

For more information see pages 41-45.

3 As mentioned above you should go through the "speaker setup" instructions

on pages 28-40 to set up your speakers properly. If you don't do this you, at least, need to make sure the CENTER channel is turned off if you don't have a center speaker. Use the instructions on pages 29-33.

Speaker Setting

[FREE] [THX] Front L

Center Surround SurrBack Subwoofer

[EXIT]

[LARGE] [ NO ] [LARGE] [LARGEx2] [ YES ]

VII

Features

Multi Channel Stereophonic Concept

The VSX-37TX/36TX receiver is constructed with Pioneer’s industry-leading multi channel stereophonic concept. This well-developed approach to receiver circuitry takes the high level base technology that, up until now, has been only used for stereo equipment and applies it to multi-channel audio-visual receivers. The result is that the product, in addition to being expertly built, and gives you optimal sound reproduction of DVDs, other multi channel sources and stereo sources as well. This receiver is designed capture to a true reproduction of the intentions of a filmmaker or music producer at the time they were mastering the soundtrack in the studio. It incorporates 5 independent 120 watt (100 watt for the 36TX) built in power amplifiers, with high-performance Hex power Direct Power MOS FET output transistors. This construction provides improved linearity and accurate representation of each channel for true high fidelity reproduction from even the most demanding Dolby Digital and DTS program sources. In addition, the amplifier uses Direct Construction and a Direct Current Bus Bar (VSX-37TX only) to give the purest sound available. All these elements consolidated in one receiver afford the listener a new surround sound experience in his or her home.

Universal Player Compatibility

This receiver incorporates the latest technology and is able to handle cutting edge audio formats, like DVD Audio, which are just hitting the market. Its high compatibility offers a variety of inputs to decode all types of sources at the highest possible quality. The receiver’s multi channel in connections lets you hook up eight discrete channels of audio. It also has multi channel direct inputs and the ability to decode the cutting edge formats.

Decoding of Next Generation Digital Source Film Formats

Built into this receiver is the latest in film sound format technology. This technology includes the recent THX SURROUND EX and HOME THX CINEMA surround modes which employ special processing to allow you to enjoy movie soundtracks with the same level of power and realism you experience in well-designed movie theaters. The THX SURROUND EX mode has been especially designed to incorporate surround back channels that some new source material uses. This receiver has the ability to decode Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and DTS (Digital Theater Systems) sources, which are the standards of home theater today. It also offers component video terminals for the sharpest video transmission available to the consumer.

Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number 0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround EX is a trademark of Dolby Labs. Used under authorization.

“DTS”, "ES" and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured under licence from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic”, and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992 - 1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.

Advanced Theater Modes & DSP Surround Modes

Advanced Theater modes enhance the sound of either film or music so a more dramatic effect can be achieved. The four modes are each designed to accentuate specific sound qualities, giving the listener a wide range of possibilities. DSP (Digital Signal Processing) surround modes give you the capability of transforming your living room into seven different sonic environments when listening to music.

Midnight Mode, Digital Noise Reduction & 7 Channel Tone Control

The Midnight mode allows you to obtain excellent surround sound effects even when listening at low volumes, something that was previously impossible. Digital noise reduction filters out unwanted noise from recordings to give you a clearer sound and the 7 channel tone control allows you to adjust the treble and bass of each channel individually to suit your listening tastes.

Remote Control with Illuminated Buttons

This new remote control is extremely convenient to use. Its buttons can be easily viewed as they illuminate when functions are preformed. In addition, one button can perform many tasks on this remote because of the Use and Setup switch, which allows different uses for the same button in the different settings. This remote can be used to operate a variety of other components simply by recalling the appropriate setup codes or by using the learning function to teach the remote control new commands. In addition, the multi-operation functions allow you to perform a variety of operations automatically.

The Energy-saving Design

This unit is designed to use less than 1 W of energy when the receiver is in standby mode.

Table of Contents

Before You Start ................................. 10

Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................ 10

How to Use This Manual .......................................... 10

Preparing the Remote Control ................................. 10

Installing the Receiver .............................................. 11

Opening the Front Panel .......................................... 11

Connecting Your Equipment ............. 12

Audio Components ................................................... 12

Digital Connections .................................................. 13

Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player .... 14

Video Components ................................................... 15

Satellite TV Components ......................................... 16

TV .............................................................................. 17

Multi Channel Input (External Decoder) ................. 17

Connecting the Radio Antennas .............................. 18

Speakers .................................................................... 19

Placing Your Speakers .............................................. 20

Connecting Additional Amplifiers ........................... 21

Plugging In ................................................................ 21

Displays & Controls ........................... 22

Front Panel ................................................................ 22

Display ....................................................................... 25

Remote Control ......................................................... 26

Initial Set Up ....................................... 28

On Screen Display .................................................... 28

Setting Up for Surround Sound .............................. 29

Remote Control of Other Components ..58

Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other

Components .............................................................. 58

Using the Remote Control with Other Components ..

.................................................................................... 62

Using Other Functions....................... 69

Recording from Audio Components ....................... 69

Recording from Digital Audio Components ........... 70

Recording from Video Components ....................... 70

Multi Operations ....................................................... 71

System Off ................................................................. 73

Setting Up the Direct Function ................................ 74

Remote Back Light .................................................... 75

Resetting the Remote Control ................................. 75

Erasing Learned Remote Control Commands ........ 76

Erasing All Learned Commands and Preset Codes ...

Video Select .............................................................. 77

Multi-Room ............................................................... 78

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving ... 83

Dolby Digital .............................................................. 83

DTS ............................................................................ 84

THX ............................................................................ 84

Preset Code List ........................................................ 85

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 86

Specifications ............................................................ 90

PREPARATION

SET

Basic Playback .................................... 41

Sound Modes ............................................................ 41

Selecting a Sound Mode .......................................... 44

Playing Sources with

Dolby Digital or DTS Sound ..................................... 45

Playing Stereo Sources ............................................ 46

Switching Analog and Digital Signal Input ............ 47

Reducing Noise During Playback ............................ 48

Listening in Midnight Mode ..................................... 49

Listening the Loudness Mode ................................. 49

Adjusting Bass and Treble ....................................... 50

MULTI CHANNEL IN Playback ................................. 51

96kHz 24bit Performance ......................................... 51

Direct Playback .......................................................... 52

Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ................. 52

DUAL MONO Setting ................................................ 53

Using the Tuner .................................. 54

Automatic and Manual Tuning ................................ 54

Direct Access Tuning ................................................ 55

Memorizing Frequently Used Stations ................... 56

Recalling Memorized Stations ................................. 57

OPERATION

Before You Start

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Please check that you have received all of the following supplied accessories.

FM wire Antenna

AM loop Antenna

How to Use This Manual

This manual is for the VSX-37TX/36TX Audio/Video Multi-Channel Receiver. This manual is divided into three main sections which will tell you how to setup and use the unit :

PREPARATION

First carry out the tasks below in this “Before You Start“ section to prepare the remote control, then connect the receiver to your other components as described in “Connecting Your Equipment“ (p.12). Take special care to connect your digital equipment like DVDs and LDs properly to be able to take advantage of the receiver’s surround sound systems (p.13-14). To learn about a specific button, control, or indicator, see “Displays & Controls“ starting on p.22.

SET UP

Performing the tasks in “Initial Set Up“ (from p.28) is essential to get proper surround sound.

“AA” IEC LR6 batteries x 2

OPERATION

To play some music or soundtrack refer to “Basic Playback“ on p.41. “Using the Tuner“ (p.54) explains how to use the radio of this unit. Doing the operations in “Remote Control of Other Components“ (p.58) is highly recommended so you can use this unit’s remote control for all your components. “Using Other Functions“ (p.69) explain the other possibilities of the receiver. “Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving“ (p.83) provide detailed technical information and a troubleshooting guide.

The following marks and symbols are used throughout the manual:

memo

Provides additional information, precautions, and advice.

Indicates a blinking button, indicator, or display.

Indicates a steadily lit button, indicator, or display.

Remote Control Unit

• Operating Instructions

Preparing the Remote Control

Loading the batteries

Load the batteries into the remote control as shown below. Please use alkaline batteries. When you notice a decrease in the operating range of the remote control, replace all batteries with new ones.

123

"AA" IEC LR6

batteries x 2

CAUTION!

Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions.

• 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.

• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institution’s rules that apply in your country / area.

Operating range of remote control unit

The area in which you can use the remote control to operate the VSX-37TX/36TX is fairly large. To use, point the remote control toward the remote sensor on the front panel of this unit while within the range shown right.

Before You Start

PREPARATION

Remote control may not function properly if:

• There are obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor.

• Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor.

• The receiver located near a device emitting infrared rays.

• Operated simultaneously with another remote control which uses infrared rays.

Installing the Receiver

Please note:

• 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.

Opening the Front Panel

To open the front panel push gently on the lower third of the panel with your finger.

23 feet (7m)

8 inches (20 cm)

Receiver

Connecting Your Equipment

Audio Components

To begin set up connect your audio components to the jacks as shown below. These are all analog connections and your analog audio components (turntable, 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 (like a turntable) you only need to hook up one set of stereo plugs (two plugs). To use DTS or Dolby Digital surround sound features you must hook up your digital components to the digital inputs (see p.13). We also recommend hooking up your digital components to analog audio jacks. If you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog components you must hook up your digital equipment with these analog connections. See p.13 & 14 for more on digital connections.

Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

*The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal.

VSX-37TX

RF IN

IN2IN

(AC-3)

SURR-

OUTOUT

FM UNBAL 75‰

CENTER

ANTENNA

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

MULTIROOM

SOURCE

OUT

AM LOOP ANTENNA

PCM/

PRE OUT

OUND

FRONT

DTS

IN5IN4IN

DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

VIDEOAUDIO

DVD /

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT

MD /

TAPE1/

MONITOR

CD-R

OUT

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

MONITOR

OUT

OUTPUT

(PLAY)

OUTPUT

(PLAY)

ANALOG

INPUT (REC)

Recorder 1 (MD/Tape)

INPUT (REC)

Recorder 2 (MD/Tape)

If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the SIGNAL GND terminal.

Turntable

ANALOG

OUTPUT

CD player

Please don't hook up any other component to the phono jacks other than a turntable. It could damage the equipment. If your turntable has a built-in amplifier please hook it up to an input other than PHONO.

7 Analog audio/video cords

Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to make analog audio and video connections.

Connect red plugs to R (right) and white plugs to L (left).

Be sure to insert completely.

Cassette deck placement

Depending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise may occur during playback of your cassette deck which is caused by leakage flux from the transformer in the receiver. If you experience noise, move the cassette deck farther away from the receiver.

Connecting Your Equipment

Digital Connections

In order to use Dolby Digital/DTS soundtracks which are at the heart of home theater you need to make digital audio connections. You can do this by either a coaxial or an optical connection (you don’t need to do both). The quality of these two types of connections is the same but since some digital components only have one type of digital terminal, it is a matter of matching like with like (for example, the coaxial out from the component to coaxial in on the receiver). The VSX-37TX/36TX has two coaxial and three optical inputs for a total of five digital inputs. For the VSX-37TX, A DVD/LD player or LD player should be connected to a digital jack and the special 2 RF jack (if the LD has one) as well as a pair of analog jacks (see the next page). If possible hook up your digital equipment in accordance with this receiver's default settings, see "Digital Input Assignment", below left, in order to do this. We also recommend hooking up your digital components to analog audio jacks in order to make recording from some digital sources which may be copy protected.

Connect your digital components as shown below.

There are two optical digital out jacks (the MD recorder is connected to one in the diagram below). If you connect this to the optical input on a digital recorder (currently these include MD, DAT and CD-R) you can make direct digital recordings with this unit.

Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

*The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal.

VSX-37TX

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

(not a PCM-only output)

PREPARATION

RF IN

(AC-3)

ANTENNA

IN2IN

PRE OUT

SURROUND

FRONT

OUTOUT

FM UNBAL 75‰

CENTER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

SOURCE

OUT

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

AUDIO

4IN3

SUB

WOOFER

PCM/

DTS

IN5IN

DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

VIDEOAUDIO

DVD /

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT

MD /

TAPE1/

MONITOR

CD-R

OUT

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

7 Coaxial cords/Optical cables

Commercially available digital audio coaxial cords (standard video cords can also be used) or optical cables (not supplied) are used to connect digital components to this receiver.

When you use optical digital input or output terminals, pull off the caps and insert the plugs. Be sure to insert completely.

MONITOR

OUT

Coaxial cord (or standard video cord)

OUTPUT

(PLAY)

DVD player

(for VSX-36TX DVD Player hook up see p.14)

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

CD player

TV tuner

DIGITAL

INPUT (REC)

MD recorder

Optical cable

Connecting Your Equipment

Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player

Make sure you connect your DVD/LD or LD players using both the 2 RF jack and either a coaxial or optical (you don't need to do both of these) digital connections. If your player has an 2 RF output this will ensure you can use all LDs (see p.15). We also recommend hooking up your digital components to analog audio jacks. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

*The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal.

RF OUT

VSX-37TX model :

VIDEOA UDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

MULTI-ROOM

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

MONITOR

OUT

BACK

L (Single)

OUT

MONITOR

OUT 1

MONITOR OUT

OUT

REMOTE

CONTROL

RF IN (AC-3)

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75‰

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

IN2IN

OUTOUT

PCM/

DTS

IN5IN4IN

DIGITAL

PRE OUT SURROUND

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

RRL

CENTER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

SOURCE

OUT

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

DVD /

LD IN

TV / SAT IN

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

PLAY

MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

REC

PHONO

VSX-36TX model : When playing LD recorded in Dolby Digital

To connect a DVD/LD player or LD player with it's AC-3 RF output, a commercially available RF demodulator (RFD-1) is required. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to a digital signal which is then processed by the VSX-36TX model through their digital input jacks. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the RFD-1.

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75‰

AM LOOP ANTENNA

OUTOUT

RF demodulator RFD-1

PCM/

(OPT.)

DIGITAL OUT

PCM/

DTS

IN5IN4IN3IN2IN

DIGITAL

PRE OUT SURROUND

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

CENTER

TAPE2 MONITOR

SOURCE

PLAY

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

OUT

RRL

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

PCM/

(OPT.)

DIGITAL IN

VIDEOA UDIO

DVD /

LD IN

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT 1

MD /

TAPE1/

MONITOR

CD-R

OUT

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

OUT

CONTROL

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

RF IN (AC-3)(LD)

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

MONITOR

COAXIAL

OUT

(AC-3)(LD)

RF OUT

(AC-3)(LD)

(not a PCM-only output)

DIGITAL OUT

DVD/LD player or LD player

VIDEO

COMPO-

NENT

ANALOG

STEREO

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

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Be sure to make either a digital coaxial or digital optical connection (pictured as DIGITAL jack 1 or DIGITAL jack 3 in this diagram) as well, but you DON'T need to make both.

Also, be sure to assign the jacks to the proper component(s) with the Digital-In Select procedure (see p.31) if necessary. See the explanation on the left for details.

(not a PCM-only output)

DIGITAL OUT

DVD/LD player or LD player

VIDEO

COMPO-

VIDEO

NENT

OUT

S-VIDEO

ANALOG

STEREO

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Make sure the RF demodulator digital in switch is set correctly (optical or coaxial depending on the connection).

Digital Input Assignment

Unlike analog connections, the jacks for digital connections are not dedicated to one type of component, they can be used freely. Thus you must tell the receiver what digital component in which jack so your components will be in sync with the the names on the remote control buttons and the like. To avoid having to assign the digital inputs you can hook up your equipment in accordance with the receiver's default settings.

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-37TX/36TX default setting. In this case you will need to assign the digital inputs. See Digital-In Select on p.31 in order to do this.

7 The default settings

DIGITAL IN 1: DVD/LD DIGITAL IN 2: CD DIGITAL IN 3: MD DIGITAL IN 4: TV/SAT DIGITAL IN 5: VCR1 AC-3 RF: DVD/LD

Connecting Your Equipment

Video Components

Connect your video components to the jacks as shown below. Regarding a DVD there are two types of connections to make. Hook up your video signal with either component video, S-video, or composite video cords (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. For the audio signal, order to use Dolby Digital/DTS you must hook up a digital input. It is also a good idea to hook up your DVD components with analog audio connections as well, since some DVDs may not have a digital audio track. To cover all possible laser discs a DVD/LD player or LD player requires an analog connection and two digital connections (a coaxial or optical and a specialized 2 RF connection (for the VSX-37TX only) shown at the very top of the first diagram below). Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

*The arrows indicate the direction of the video signal.

Connecting DVD/LD players

VSX-37TX

VIDEOAUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

REMOTE

MONITOR

MONITOR OUT

OUT

CONTROL

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

RF IN (AC-3)

ANTENNA

IN2IN

PRE OUT

SURROUND

FRONT

OUTOUT

FM UNBAL 75‰

CENTER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTI-

ROOM

SOURCE

OUT

AM LOOP ANTENNA

PCM/

DVD /

DTS/

IN5IN4IN

DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER

WOOFER

AUDIO

LD IN

TV / SAT IN

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

SURR-

VCR2

OUND

OUT

PLAY

MD / TAPE1/ CD-R

REC

SUB

PHONO

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

Connecting VCRs or DVRs

VSX-37TX

VIDEOAUDIO

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

REMOTE

MONITOR

MONITOR OUT

OUT

CONTROL

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

PRE OUT

RF IN (AC-3)

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75‰

AM LOOP ANTENNA

IN2IN

OUTOUT

CENTER

SOURCE

PCM/

DTS

IN5IN4IN

DIGITAL

PRE OUT

SURROUND

RRL

AUDIO

WOOFER

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SUB

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

FRONT

OUT

DVD /

LD IN

TV / SAT IN

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

PLAY MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

REC

PHONO

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

MONITOR

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

BACK

L (Single)

BACK

MONITOR

RF OUT (LD)

RF OUT

(LD)

VIDEO

COMPO-

NENT

ANALOG

STEREO

OUT

LD player only

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

DVD/LD player

DIGITAL

(not a PCM-only output)

PCM/

/ DTS

DIGITAL

If you hook up your DVD/LD player using component video connections be sure to select component video output on your DVD player as well. See you DVD manual for details.

OUT IN

AUDIO

(PLAY)

(REC)

VIDEOVIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

AUDIO (PLAY)

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO (REC)

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VCR 1/DVR

VCR 2

PREPARATION

VIDEO INPUT

S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R

PHONES

VIDEO INPUT

Front video connections are accessed via the front panel input selector as "VIDEO."

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If your video components have S-video jacks, you could use S-video cords (not supplied) to connect them on the back of the receiver. These jacks are labeled by the Japanese designation "S2" on the VSX37TX/36TX but they are simply S-video jacks.

However, if you use S-video cords for your video hook ups you must also hook up your TV with S-video connections. Conversely, if you use regular composite video cords for video hook ups, you should use them for your TV as well.

Connecting Your Equipment

Satellite TV Components

Connect your satellite TV components to the jacks as shown below. Hook up the video signal with either component video, S-video, or composite video cords (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. For the audio signal, order to use digital soundtracks (sometimes broadcast over digital satellite TV) you must hook up a digital input. Use either a coaxial or optical cables, it doesn't matter which (you don't need to use both). It's also a good idea to hook up your audio with analog cables (see below). This connection is called STEREO AUDIO OUT in the diagram. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

*The arrows indicate the direction of the TV signal.

VSX-37TX

VIDEO

COMPO-

RF IN

(AC-3)

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75‰

AM LOOP ANTENNA

PCM/

DTS

PRE OUT

AUDIO

SUB

WOOFER

5IN4IN3

DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

IN2IN

SURROUND

FRONT

OUTOUT

CENTER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

MULTI-

ROOM

SOURCE

OUT

VIDEOAUDIO

DVD /

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT

MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

MONITOR OUT

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MONITOR

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

OUT

NENT

ANALOG

STEREO

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

TV/Satellite tuner

DIGITAL

7 Analog audio/video cords

Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to connect the video components and a video cord to connect the monitor TV.

VIDEO

7 Digital audio coaxial cords/

Optical cables

Commercially available digital audio coaxial cords (standard video cords can also be used) or optical cables (not supplied) are used to connect digital components to this receiver.

When you use optical digital input or output terminals, pull off the caps and insert the plugs. Be sure to insert completely.

Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), and the yellow plugs to VIDEO.

Be sure to insert completely.

Digital audio coaxial

Optical cable

cord

(or standard video cord)

Connecting Your Equipment

Connect your TV to the jacks as shown below. Hook up the signal with either component video, S-video, or composite video cords (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. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

VSX-37TX

PREPARATION

RF IN (AC-3)

FM UNBAL 75‰

ANTENNA

AM LOOP ANTENNA

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VIDEOAUDIO

DVD /

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT

MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

MONITOR OUT

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

IN2IN

SURROUND

FRONT

OUTOUT

CENTER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

SOURCE

OUT

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

AUDIO

5IN4IN3

DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

WOOFER

PCM/

DTS

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack can be used to get a TV picture but it doesn't show this

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO IN

COMPO-

VIDEO

NENT

S-VIDEO

TV/monitor

receiver's on screen display (OSD). If you use S video cords to hook up a component the OSDs from the receiver will only be able

to be seen on the S video out terminals.

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.51).

Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

VSX-37TX

RF IN

IN2IN

(AC-3)

FRONT

OUTOUT

FM UNBAL 75‰

CENTER

PLAY

ANTENNA

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

SOURCE

AM LOOP ANTENNA

PCM/

DTS

5IN4IN3

DIGITAL

PRE OUT

SURROUND

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SUB

WOOFER

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

AUDIO

WOOFER

VIDEOAUDIO

DVD /

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT

MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

MONITOR OUT

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

OUT

MONITOR

OUT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

Components equipped with

7.1 (5.1) channel analog output jack

SURROUND

ANALOG

SUB

CENTER

WOOFER

SURR-

OUND BACK

FRONT

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. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

VSX-37TX

FM wire antenna

AM loop antenna

7 AM loop antenna

1 Assemble the antenna.

PCM/

SUB

WOOFER

IN5IN4IN

MULTI CH IN

DTS

DIGITAL

CENTER

WOOFER

FRONT

SURROUND

SUB

RF IN (AC-3)

ANTENNA

IN2IN

PRE OUT

SURROUND

FRONT

OUTOUT

FM UNBAL 75‰

CENTER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTI-

ROOM

SOURCE

OUT

AM LOOP ANTENNA

AUDIO

2 Twist exposed wire strands

together and insert.

3/8 in (10 mm.)

DVD /

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

PHONO

VIDEOAUDIO

TV / SAT

OUT

MONITOR

PLAY

OUT

MONITOR OUT

REC

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

OUT

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MONITOR

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

OUT

3 Attach to a wall, etc. (if

desired) and face toward the direction providing the best reception.

Using external antennas

7 To improve FM reception

Connect an external FM antenna.

FM UNBAL 75Ω

ANTENNA

75Ω coaxial cable

AM LOOP ANTENNA

Ground

7 To improve AM reception

Connect a 15-18 feet (5-6 meter) length of vinyl-coated wire to the AM antenna terminal in addition to the supplied AM loop antenna.

For best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.

AM loop antenna

Outdoor antenna

15–18 ft (5–6 m.)

Indoor antanna (vinyl-coated wire)

Ground

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75‰

AM LOOP ANTENNA

Connecting Your Equipment

Speakers

A full complement of eight speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyone's home set up will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (called "front" speakers in the diagram) but the receiver is designed to be used with at least three speakers.

One of the latest features of home theater is the use of SURROUND BACK speakers. These speakers add even greater realism in movie sound effects and new discs with soundtracks in Dolby Digital or DTS incorporates these channels. In order to be able to use these channels you must hook your SURROUND BACK speakers up to an external amplifier and then connect that to the VSX-37TX/36TX, as shown in the diagram below. If you only have one SURROUND BACK speaker hook it up to the SURROUND BACK L (SINGLE) terminal on the back of the receiver.

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. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

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The receiver has two speaker systems, A & B. A is the main system supporting the full complement of surround sound speakers. If you switch on both A & B speaker systems, only front speakers and the subwoofer will be audible. No sound will come from the center or surround speakers but multi channel sources will be down-mixed to the active speakers so no sound will be lost. Similarly, if you choose just the B system you‘ll only hear the front speakers connected to the B system and multi channel sources will be down-mixed to these two speakers.

For the VSX-37TX you can use speakers with a nominal impedance rated 6Ω-16Ω, for the VSX-36TX

see the following page.

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Front

speaker (A)

(Left)

subwoofer

INPUT

TV/monitor

Center

speaker

Front

speaker (A)

(Right)

PREPARATION

Surround

speaker

(Left)

ANTENNA

RF IN (AC-3)

FM UNBAL 75‰

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

VSX-37TX

Surround back

speaker (Left)

7 Speaker terminals

1 Twist exposed wire

strands together.

3/8 in. (10 mm)

IN2IN

PRE OUT SURROUND

RRL

FRONT

OUTOUT

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

PLAY

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTI-

ROOM

SOURCE

OUT

AUDIO

IN5IN4IN

DTS DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

TV /

SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

IN VCR2

OUT

PLAY MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

REC

PHONO

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

OUT

MONITOR

OUT

MONITOR OUT

OUT

REMOTE

CONTROL

VIDEOAUDIO

DVD /

PCM/

2 Loosen speaker terminal

and insert exposed wire.

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MONITOR

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND FRONT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

L (Single)

SURROUND

BACK

PRE OUT

SWITCHED

UNSWITCHED

TOTAL 100W(0.8A)MAX

100W(0.8A)MAX

AC120V 60Hz

SPEAKERS

AC OUTLETS

Additional Amplifier (See p.21)

Surround back

speaker (Right)

The speaker terminals

3 Tighten

terminal.

also accept single banana plugs. (Refer to speaker manual for details.)

Surround

speaker

(Right)

Connecting Your Equipment

Surround

Left

Surround Back

Left

Surround

Right

Surround Back

Right

Listening

Position

Front

Left

Front RightCenter

Sub

Woofer

Speaker impedance

You can change the speaker impedance for 36TX but we recommend using speakers with an impedance of 8Ω16Ω (the default setting). If you are using 6Ω- less than 8Ω impedance speakers, you need to change the

impedance setting. It is not necessary to switch the speaker impedance when using the VSX-37TX. Use any

speaker rated between 6Ω-16Ω.

STANDBY/ON

First turn the receiver off, then press the STANDBY/ON button while holding down the SPEAKERS button.

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STANDBY/ON

DSP

STANDBY

MODE

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VIDEO INPUT

S-VIDEO VIDEO

PHONES

SPEAKERS

L AUDIO R

STEREO/

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VIDEO VCR 1/DVR VCR 2 DVD/LD TV/SAT

CHANNEL

MULTI CH

SELECT

TONE

INPUT

SPEAKERS

BASS +

MD/TAPE1/

TUNER

CD-R

SIGNAL

DIGITAL

CLASS BAND

LOUDNESS

SELECTFLDIMMER

TUNER CONTROL

TAPE 2

VIDEO

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MONITOR

- TREBLE +SELCT

Choose the impedance setting by pressing the SPEAKERS button

again. You can choose the 8Ω-16Ω setting or the 6Ω-8Ω setting.

PHONO

- TU

- STA

SIGNAL SELECT

ANALOG

VOLUME

(This display indicates a 6Ω-

less than 8Ω impedance

setting.)

To check which impedance setting to hold down the SPEAKERS button for 2-3 seconds. You'll get a display like these telling you the speaker

SIGNAL SELECT

ANALOG

VOLUME

(This display indicates an 8Ω- 16Ω impedance setting.)

impedance setting.

Placing Your Speakers

Proper speaker placement is essential to realize the best sound from your system. The diagram and tips given here are just a rough guide; be sure to read the instructions that come with your speakers.

Speaker placement

If you have a multiple speaker arrangement the placement of the speakers is extremely important. To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown below. Make sure all speakers are installed securely to prevent accidents and improve sound quality. Be sure to consult your speaker manuals for the best placement of the speakers. Some speakers are designed to be floor-standing but others benefit greatly from speakers stands which raise them off the floor.

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• Install the left and right front speakers at equal distances from the TV.

•

When installing speakers near the TV, we recommend using magnetically shielded speakers to prevent possible interference such as distortion in the color of the TV screen. If you do not have magnetically shielded speakers and notice discoloration of the TV screen, place the speakers farther away from the TV.

• Install the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at

CAUTION:

When installing the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with tape or some other suitable means. Otherwise, the speaker may fall from the TV due to external shocks such as earthquakes, and it may lead to endangering those nearby or damaging the speaker.

• If possible, install the surround speakers slightly above ear level.

• It may be difficult to obtain a cohesive surround effect if the surround speakers are installed farther

the TV screen.

away from the listening position than the front and center speakers.

Connecting Your Equipment

Connecting Additional Amplifiers

To hook up surround back speakers you need to use an additional amplifier. Other than for that purpose 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. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

ANALOG

OUT

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

Surround channel amplifier

Front channel amplifier

Powered subwoofer

Center channel amplifier (mono)

Surround back channel amplifier

VSX-37TX

RF IN

IN2IN

(AC-3)

OUTOUT

FM UNBAL 75‰

CENTER

PLAY

ANTENNA

TAPE2 MONITOR

REC

CD IN

MULTIROOM

SOURCE

AM LOOP

OUT

ANTENNA

PRE OUT

SURROUND

FRONT

AUDIO

SUB

WOOFER

VIDEOAUDIO

PCM/

IN5IN4IN

DTS DIGITAL

MULTI CH IN

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

DVD /

LD IN

TV / SAT

VCR1 / DVR

OUT

VCR2

OUT

PLAY MD /

TAPE1/

CD-R

REC

PHONO

REMOTE

MULTI-ROOM

SOURCE

MONITOR

OUT

MONITOR OUT

OUT

S2 VIDEOVIDEO

CONTROL

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MONITOR

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

SURROUND

L (Single)

BACK

PRE OUT

PREPARATION

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You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back channels for a single speaker as well. In this case plug the amplifier into the L (SINGLE) terminal only.

Plugging In

Up to three components can be powered from this receiver. Two of the outlets are switched, which means that power is switched on and off with the receiver. The third is unswitched, which means that power is delivered so long as the receiver is plugged in. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. After connecting all your components, plug the receiver's power cord into a standard wall power outlet.

VSX-37TX

COMPONENT VIDEO

DVD/LDINTV/SAT

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND

BACK

SURROUND

L (Single)R

BACK

PRE OUT

MONITOR

OUT

SPEAKERS

FRONT CENTER SURROUND FRONT

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SWITCHED

TOTAL 100W(0.8A)MAX

UNSWITCHED 100W(0.8A)MAX

AC120V 60Hz

AC OUTLETS

Caution!

Do not connect a monitor or TV to this unit's AC OUTLETS.

Caution!

Power consumption of any equipment connected to the switched power outlets should not exceed 100W (0.8 A).

Power consumption of any equipment connected to the unswitched power outlet should not exceed 100W (0.8 A).

To avoid overheating, fire risk and possible malfunction, do not connect high-wattage appliances such as heaters, irons, monitors or TV sets to this units AC outlets.

Disconnect the receiver from the power outlet when it's not in regular use, for example, when on vacation.

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.

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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

DSP

MODE

/DTS

VIDEO INPUT

L AUDIO R

STEREO/

DIRECT

STANDBY

THX CINEMA ADVANCED STANDARD

S-VIDEO VIDEO

MULTI CH

SPEAKERS

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VIDEO VCR 1/DVR VCR 2 DVD/LD TV/SAT

CHANNEL

SELECT

INPUT

TONE

- BASS +

LOUDNESS

- TREBLE +

DIGITAL

SIGNAL SELECTFLDIMMER

VIDEO

SELECT

10 11 12 13 14 15

1 STANDBY/ON button

Press to switch the receiver ON or into STANDBY mode.

STANDBY indicator

Lights when the receiver is in STANDBY mode. (Please note that this receiver consumes a small amount of power [1.0 W] in the standby mode.)

2 DSP MODE button (See p.43 & 44)

Press repeatedly to select a DSP sound mode. (HALL 1, HALL 2, JAZZ, DANCE, THEATER 1, or THEATER 2, 5/7 CH STEREO). Use these modes to produce surround sound from standard (two channel) stereo sources and create different listening environments.

STEREO/DIRECT button (See p.43 & 52)

Switches the receiver into STEREO mode if it was in a different sound mode (like ADVANCED THEATER) or toggles between DIRECT and STEREO mode. For more on STEREO mode see p.52

DIRECT playback bypasses the tone controls, DIGITAL NR, LOUDNESS, MIDNIGHT and channel level for the most accurate reproduction of a program source.

VSX-37TX

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

TAPE 2

MONITOR

MD/TAPE1/

CD-R

CLASS BAND

TUNER

TUNER CONTROL

MEMORYMPX

PHONO

- TUNING +

- STATION +

MULTI-ROOM

&SOURCE

CONTROL

MIN MAX

/ DTS buttons (See p.41-45, 83, 84)

THX CINEMA – Cycles through the THX

CINEMA, THX SURROUND EX or THX AUTO sound modes. Use when listening THXcertified sources if you have THX-certified speaker setup or want to re-create a THX-style sound environment. It is also appropriate for Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS sources. Those with surround back speakers can use all three THX modes, those without can only use the THX CINEMA mode.

ADVANCED – Use to select one of the four Advanced Theater modes. Use to create certain types of sound environments when listening to Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS sources.

STANDARD – Use for pure decoding of multi channel sources, especially Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or DTS sources. Each press toggles between STANDARD and STANDARD 7.1 mode (for use with SURROUND BACK speakers) and STANDARD auto (the receiver chooses the appropriate STANDARD mode). Those with surround back speakers can use all three STANDARD modes, those without can only use the STANDARD mode.

Displays & Controls

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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

DSP

MODE

/DTS

VIDEO INPUT

L AUDIO R

STEREO/

DIRECT

STANDBY

THX CINEMA ADVANCED STANDARD

S-VIDEO VIDEO

MULTI CH

INPUT

SPEAKERS

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TONE

- BASS +

CHANNEL

SELECT

LOUDNESS

- TREBLE +

DIGITAL

SIGNAL SELECTFLDIMMER

VIDEO

SELECT

10 11 12 13 14 15

3 MULTI CH INPUT (See p.40, 51)

Use to hook up an external component that can decode other types of signals and input them into the VSX-37TX/36TX.

4 TONE control buttons

TONE button

This button has two functions. Firstly, it switches between TONE ON and TONE BYPASS, which bypasses the tone circuitry. Secondly, you need to press the button before using the CHANNEL SELECT buttons to adjust the BASS & TREBLE (cannot be used in THX or MULTI CH IN modes).

CHANNEL SELECT button

Switches the tone adjust controls between the FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND and SURROUND BACK speakers. You can then use the BASS and TREBLE controls to adjust the sound.

BASS (–/+) button (See p.50)

Use to adjust low frequencies.

TREBLE (–/+) button (See p.50)

Use to adjust the high frequencies.

5 LOUDNESS button (See p.49)

Switches the LOUDNESS mode on or off (cannot be used in THX or MULTI CH IN modes).

DIGITAL NR button (See p.48)

Switches the DIGITAL NR on or off (cannot be used in THX or MULTI CH IN modes).

VSX-36TX

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUME

TAPE 2

MONITOR

CLASS BAND

MEMORYMPX

TUNER CONTROL

- TUNING +

- STATION +

MULTI-ROOM

&SOURCE

CONTROL

DOWN UP

SIGNAL SELECT button (See p.47)

Use to select the type of signal being input into the receiver. Press SIGNAL SELECT repeatedly to select one of the following:

ANALOG – To select an analog signal.

DIGITAL – To select a optical or coaxial digital

signal.

AC-3 RF (VSX-37TX only) – To select an 2 RF signal.

AUTO – This is the default. If there are analog, digital and 2 RF signals input, the receiver automatically selects the 2 RF signal. If there are analog and digital signals input the digital will be selected.

FL DIMMER button (See p.52)

Use to adjust the brightness of the main display.

6 Display (See p.25) 7 Remote sensor

Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the receiver.

8 MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE button (See

p.78-82)

Press to use the multi room feature (requires an optional PIONEER Multi-Room Remote Sensor Unit MR-100 or another IR receiver).

CONTROL button (See p.78-82): Used together with the INPUT SELECTOR to select the function or use with the MASTER VOLUME to select the volume of the MULTI ROOM system.

PREPARATION

Displays & Controls

9 INPUT SELECTOR dial

Turn to select a source component. (You can also use to select a function in the MULTIROOM & SOURCE mode). The source indicators show the current component:

DVD/LD – DVD player or Laser Disc player.

TV/SAT– TV or satellite tuner.

CD – Compact Disc player.

MD/TAPE1/CD-R – Tape deck, Mini Disc

recorder or CD recorder connected to MD/ TAPE 1/CD-R inputs/outputs.

TUNER – The built-in tuner.

PHONO – Turntable.

VIDEO – Video camera (etc.) connected to the

VIDEO INPUT on the front panel.

VCR1/DVR – Video cassette recorder connected to VCR1/DVR inputs.

VCR 2 – Video cassette recorder or other component connected to VCR 2 inputs.

10 PHONES jack

Connect headphones for private listening (no sound will be heard through the speakers).

11 VIDEO INPUT jacks (See p.15)

S-VIDEO: Video input for connecting a video

camera (etc.), that has an S-Video out.

VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R): Video input for connecting a video camera, etc. that has standard video/audio outputs.

SPEAKERS (A/B) button

Use to select the speaker system. A is the primary setting. It plays all speakers hooked up to the A system. A & B setting only plays the front speakers of both the A & B systems and the subwoofer. Multi channel sources will be down-mixed to these speakers so no sound will be lost. B setting only plays the front speakers connected to the B system and multi channel sources will be down-mixed to these two speakers. The button cycles through the speaker systems as follows: A]B]A&B]off.

VIDEO SELECT button

Switches the receiver between the various types of video input.

TAPE 2 MONITOR button

Selects the tape deck (MD recorder, etc.) connected to the TAPE 2 MONITOR inputs/ outputs. Allows monitoring of a recording as it's being made.

TUNER CONTROL buttons (See p.54-57)

CLASS – Press repeatedly to switch the preset

station classes.

BAND – Press to select the AM or FM band.

TUNING –/+ – Use to manually tune to radio

stations.

MPX – Press to switch between auto stereo and MONO reception of FM broadcasts. When the broadcast signal is weak, selecting MONO will improve the sound quality.

MEMORY – Press to start the memorization of a preset station.

STATION –/+ – Use to choose programmed radio stations.

MASTER VOLUME

Adjusts the overall receiver volume.

Source indicators (VSX-37TX only)

Shows the source currently selected.

Display

All the display information is explained and/or referenced here.

Displays & Controls

AUTO

OVER

SP AB

MONO STEREO TUNED AMFM

LFE

SELECT

ANALOG

DIGITAL AC-3RF

AC-3DTS

LS S RS

H.P

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1 SIGNAL SELECT indicators

Light to indicate the input signal you selected.

ANALOG : Lights when analog signals are assigned. DIGITAL: Lights when digital audio signals are selected. AC-3 RF(VSX-37TX only): Lights when AC-3 RF signals are assigned. AUTO: Lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically.

2 Program Format indicators

AC-3: Lights when a source with Dolby Digital

signals is played. DTS: Lights when a source with DTS audio signals is played. For Dolby Digital or DTS sources: These indicators change according to which channels are active in the source. When all three LS (left surround), S (surround) and RS (right surround) light at the same time it means a source with a Surround EX or DTS ES flag is being used.

L – Left front channel. C – Center channel. R – Right front channel. LS – Left surround channel. S – Surround channel (mono). RS – Right surround channel. LFE – Low Frequency Effects channel.

3 Analog level indicators

OVER – When the source signal is analog, this

lights if the signal is in danger of distorting. Press INPUT ATT on the remote control to lower the signal level. ATT – Lights when INPUT ATT is used to reduce the level of the analog source signal.

4 Speaker indicators

Light to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B.

5 LOUDNESS indicator (See p.49)

Lights when the LOUDNESS mode is on.

6 H.P (headphones)

Lights when headphones are connected to the PHONES jack (speakers systems A and B both turn off automatically).

DSP

VOLUME

TAPE 2

STEREO

PRO LOGIC

DIGITAL

7 MIDNIGHT indicator (See p.49)

Lights when the MIDNIGHT LISTENING mode is on.

8 DSP indicator (See p.41-45, 47)

Light when a DSP or Advanced Theater mode is selected.

9 STEREO indicator

Lights when a STEREO mode is selected.

10 Radio Frequency/Function indicator

Displays the function or the frequency of the current radio station.

11 2/dts mode indicators

2 DIGITAL : When the 2 /dts mode on the

receiver is on, this indicator lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Digital signal. However, PRO LOGIC lights during 2 channel playback of Dolby Digital.

2 PRO LOGIC: When the 2 /dts mode on the

receiver is on, this indicator lights during 2 channel playback. DTS : When the

2/dts mode on the receiver is

on, this indicator lights to indicate playback of a DTS signal. THX: Lights when the HOME THX CINEMA mode

is selected.

12 MASTER VOLUME indication

Displays current volume level.

13 TAPE 2 indicator

Lights when the TAPE 2 monitor is on.

14 Character display

Shows current mode, status, etc.

15 Tuner indicators

MONO: Lights when the tuner is set to receive

FM broadcasts and when selected MPX mode. STEREO: Lights when a FM stereo broadcast is received in the auto stereo mode.

TUNED: Lights when a broadcast is received. AM/FM: Light to indicate the current band (FM or

AM).

PREPARATION

Displays & Controls

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INPUT

ATT

SYSTEM SETUP

EFFECT/ CH SEL

DIGITAL

MIDNIGHT

AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING

MULTI

SYSTEM

OPERATION

OFF

MULTI CONTROL

MD/

TUNER TVCONT

TAPE1

BAND

TV CONTROL

TV FUNC

ENTER

–

MULTI CH

DSP

INPUT

DTS

ADVANCED

THXLIGHT

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

USE SETUP

RECEIVER

DIRECT ACCESS

873

STATION

CHANNEL

EXIT

ENTER

DISC

VOLUME

MUTE

FUNCTION

SIGNAL SELECT

STEREO/

DIRECT

STANDARD

1 USE/SETUP slide switch

Use to put the remote into receiver SETUP, or receiver USE mode.

2 SOURCE button

Use to turn on the power of your other components after you have recalled or taught the signals to this remote control.

MULTI OPERATION button

Use this button to start the MULTI OPERATION

mode. See page 71-72 for how to program and use the MULTI OPERATION mode.

SYSTEM OFF button

This button turns off components in two ways. First, when pressed it will turn off all PIONEER

components. Secondly, any component that has programmed into the SYSTEM OFF settings will also be turned off (see p.73).

For example : If you programmed power on for your TV and VCR, pressing the SYSTEM OFF button will turn off these components even if

they are not PIONEER products.

RECEIVER button

Press to turn power of the receiver on or to STANDBY (off).

3 MULTI CONTROL buttons

Use these to select a source and the corresponding remote operation mode.

For example, pressing TUNER selects the built in tuner and sets the remote operation to the

tuner functions.

4 Component Control buttons

Use to control specific components, like a CD player or DVD player, after you have programmed the remote control to do these operations (see pages 58-61) and the remote is put in that operation mode.

5 Number buttons

These buttons can perform a variety of different functions depending on the remote operation mode. They are most useful for CD and tuner operations.

6 TV CONTROL buttons

The following buttons are used to control the TV only and can be used no matter what function the remote control is set to.

button – Press to turn the power of the

TV on/off.

TV FUNC button – Press TV FUNC to select the TV for remote control operation.

TV VOL +/- button – Use to adjust the TV volume.

Displays & Controls

7 MASTER VOLUME buttons

Use to raise or lower the volume of the receiver.

8 INPUT ATT button (when USE mode is

selected)

Use to lower the input level of an analog signal that is too powerful, thus causing the sound to distort (the OVERLOAD indicator will light).

REMOTE SETUP button (when SETUP mode is selected)

Use to customize the remote control functions and the remote control itself. (See “Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components“ starting on p.58, “Multi Operation“ starting on p.71)

MENU button

Use to get the various menus for your TV or DTV.

MUTING button

Press to mute or restore the volume.

EFFECT/CH SEL (when USE mode is selected) button (see memo on p.44)

EFFECT – Use these buttons to increase or

decrease the amount of effect applied in a DSP or Advanced Theater mode. When the amount of effect is increased in a DSP/Advanced Theater mode the characteristics of that mode become stronger and more noticeable. The scale ranges from 10-90 with 70 as the default setting. First turn on the DSP/Advanced Theater you want (by pressing the DSP/ Advanced Theater button until you get the mode) and then increase or decrease the amount of effect.

CH SEL – You may want to adjust the channels when listening to some sound sources. Use this button to select the channel you want to adjust.

SYSTEM SET UP button (when SETUP mode is selected)

Use to set up the speaker and sound systems. For more information see “Setting up for Surround Sound“ starting on p.29.

FUNCTION button

Press to select a source. The button will cycle through all the possible sources.

5(+)/∞(–)/2/3/ENTER buttons

Use to operate the on-screen menu on your TV screen and enter commands when setting up surround sound, speakers levels & settings, and other set up features see p.28-40. Specific use of these buttons is described in conjunction with the operations they perform. For more information see each individual section.

DIGITAL NR button

Press to switch Digital NR on or off. (See page

48)

SIGNAL SELECT button

Press SIGNAL SELECT repeatedly to select one of the following:

ANALOG – Analog signal.

DIGITAL – Digital signal (DVD/LD, TV/SAT, CD,

MD/TAPE 1/CD-R, VCR 1/DVR, VCR 2).

AC-3 RF (VSX-37TX only) – (DVD/LD, TV/SAT, VCR 1, VCR 2).

AUTO – This is the default. If there are both analog, digital, 2 RF input signals, the receiver automatically selects the best possible signal.

2 RF signal

9 MIDNIGHT button (See p.49)

Switches the MIDNIGHT mode on or off.

MULTI CH INPUT button (See p.40, 51)

Press to switch to MULTI CH IN mode.

DSP button (See p.41-45, 47)

Press repeatedly to select a DSP sound mode.

STEREO/DIRECT button (See p.43 & 52)

Switches the receiver into STEREO mode if it was in a different sound mode (like ADVANCED THEATER) or toggles between DIRECT and STEREO mode. For more on STEREO mode see p.52.

DIRECT playback bypasses the tone controls and channel level for the most accurate reproduction of a program source.

LIGHT button

Press to light the remote control buttons.

/DTS buttons (See p.41-45)

Press these buttons to put the receiver in the selected sound mode. For more information on the sound modes see p.83 & 84.

PREPARATION

Initial Set Up

On Screen Display

There are a number of possible ways to hook up the receiver to your video components, like a DVD player, and hook up to your receiver to your TV, but some of them will not allow you to use the on-screen display of this unit. To avoid this, you simply need to keep the following rules:

1 Always use the same type of video cords to hook up your video components to the receiver as you use to

hook up the receiver to your TV. For example, if you use composite video cords to hook up your DVD player to the receiver, use composite video cords to hook up the receiver to your TV. If you use S video cords to hook up your DVD player and the receiver, use S video cords to hook up the receiver to your TV.

2 Always make sure your TV is set to the appropriate input channel (for example, video 1). Your TV may have a

number of input channels and if you do not select the proper one, you will not be able to use this receiver’s on-screen display, or, in fact see any picture from this receiver at all. If you are unsure how to choose an input channel for your TV, refer to the manual which came with your TV.

You might, for example, use both composite and S video cords to hook up your video components with this receiver and then use composite video cords to hook up this receiver to your TV. This arrangement would still NOT let you see the on-screen displays from this receiver on your TV. The best idea is just to use one type of video cords for all your video component and TV hook ups.

Switching video system between PAL and NTSC (if necessary)

This receiver is able to use two types of video systems for its OSD (on screen display) either PAL or NTSC. If you don't match the system on the amplifier with your home system no OSD will appear on your TV. The

default setting is NTSC, which is the standard in North America. If you use this system you don't need to make any settings here. People with multi-system TVs don’t need to worry about changing the setting either.

If necessary, follow the instructions below to switch the type of video system.

STANDBY/ON

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

DSP

STANDBY

MODE

/DTS

THX CINEMA ADVANCED STANDARD

VIDEO INPUT

S-VIDEO VIDEO

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STEREO/

DIRECT

VIDEO VCR 1/DVR VCR 2 DVD/LD

MULTI CH

INPUT

L AUDIO R

SPEAKERS

LOUDNESS

TONE

- BASS +

CHANNEL

SELECT

LOUDNESS

- TREBLE +

1 Put the receiver in the STANDBY mode.

2 While holding down the LOUDNESS button

press the STANDBY/ON button.

The video system type will change depending on the state the receiver was previously in. The new type, either PAL or NTSC, will appear in the display. It will be shown for about seven

DIGITAL

seconds and then the receiver returns to normal operating mode.

To change the video system type again repeat steps 1 and 2.

Make sure you press the LOUDNESS button, using others buttons may change this receiver’s settings.

When a PAL system is selected

SIGNAL SELECT

DIGITAL

VOLUME

When a NTSC system is selected

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When using the PAL setting the OSD does not get displayed in color.

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