Pioneer VSX-409RDS User Manual
AUDIO/VIDEO
MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
VSX-409RDS
Operating Instructions
Congratulations on buying this fine 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.
In some countries or regions, the shape of the
power plug and power outlet may sometimes
differ from that shown in the explanatory
drawings. However the method of connecting
and operating the unit is the same.
THE POWER SWITCH IS 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.
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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZ-
ARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
VENTILATION
¶ When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat
radiation (at least 20 cm at top, 15 cm at rear, and
15 cm at each side). If not enough space is provided
between the unit and walls or other equipment, heat
will build up inside, interfering with performance
or causing malfunctions.
¶ Do not place on a thick carpet, bed, sofa, or fabric
having a thck pile. Do not cover with fabric or
covering.
Anything that blocks ventilation will cause intenal
tempture to rise, which may lead to breakdown or
fire hazard.
This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive
(73/23/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC)
and CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC).
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.
Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal
of a three-pin plug.
NOTE
After replacing or changing a fuse, the fuse cover
in the plug must be replaced with a fuse cover
which corresponds to the colour of the insert in
the base of the plug or the word that is embossed
on the base of the plug, and the appliance must
not be used without a fuse cover. If lost,
replacement fuse covers can be obtained from
your dealer.
Only 5 A fuses approved by B.S.I. or A.S.T.A. to
B.S. 1362 should be used.
IMPORTANT
FOR USE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
If the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket
outlets, the plug must be cut off and a suitable
plug fitted.
Blue : neutral
Brown : live
The cut-off plug should be disposed of and must
not be inserted into any 13 amp socket as this can
result in electric shock. The plug or adaptor of the
distribution panel should be provided with a 5 amp
fuse. As the colours of the wires in the mains lead
of this appliance may not correspond with coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter L or coloured red.
Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to
operate the equipment.
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Table of Contents
Introductory Information ..................................... 5
Checking the Supplied Accessories ............................................................... 5
Using this Manual........................................................................................... 5
Preparing the Remote Control........................................................................ 6
Connecting Your System ..................................... 7
Connecting Antennas ..................................................................................... 7
Connecting Audio Components ..................................................................... 8
Connecting DVD 5.1 Channel Components ................................................... 9
Connecting Video Components.................................................................... 10
Connecting Speakers ................................................................................... 11
Setting Up for Surround Sound........................ 13
Setting Up for Surround Sound .................................................................... 13
Displays & Controls............................................ 17
Front Panel ................................................................................................... 17
Display.......................................................................................................... 18
Remote Control ............................................................................................ 19
Listening in Surround Sound ............................ 20
Listening in Dolby Pro Logic Mode .............................................................. 20
Listening in DVD 5.1 Channel Input Mode ................................................... 21
Listening in DSP Mode................................................................................. 22
Set up Operation
Using the Tuner .................................................. 23
Finding a Station........................................................................................... 23
Tuning Directly to a Station........................................................................... 24
Memorizing Stations .................................................................................... 25
Naming Memorized Stations........................................................................ 26
Recalling Memorized Stations...................................................................... 27
An Introduction to RDS & EON .................................................................... 28
Searching for RDS Programmes .................................................................. 30
Using EON Search........................................................................................ 31
Making a Recording ........................................... 32
Making an Audio Recording ......................................................................... 32
Making a Video Recording............................................................................ 33
Controlling the Rest of Your System ................ 34
CD/MD/CD-R Player Controls....................................................................... 34
Cassette Deck Controls................................................................................ 35
DVD Player Controls..................................................................................... 36
TV Controls................................................................................................... 37
Additional Information....................................... 38
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 38
Specifications ............................................................................................... 40
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Features
Five channels of independent amplification
Five independent power amplifiers, each rated at 80W, ensure accurate, dynamic reproduction
of all multi-channel material.
Dolby* Pro Logic
Enjoy stunning multi-channel, surround sound effects from movies and other material recorded
in Dolby Surround/Pro Logic. Enhance your listening experience further with built-in signal
processing that recreates the movie theater ambience in your living room.
Digital surround effects
Using Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology, various listening environments, such as a
theater or a jazz club, may be simulated and applied to any music or video source.
Convenient RDS/EON radio tuning
Use the fast and convenient RDS system to immediately find the type of radio programme
you want to listen to. This program identification system could also be extremely useful in
locating helpful broadcasts in emergencies or adverse weather conditions.
DVD 5.1 channel input
A special 5.1 Channel input makes the VSX–409RDS fully compatible with Dolby Digital
decoders and DVD players with 5.1 channel outputs.
The Energy-saving Design
This unit is designed to use minimal electricity when power is switched OFF (in Standby
mode). Regarding the value of the power consumption in standby mode, refer to
“Specifications” on pages 40.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic" and double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. ©
1992-1997 Dolby Laboratries.All rights reserved.
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Introductory Information
Checking the Supplied Accessories
Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories:
AM loop antenna FM wire antenna
Using this Manual
'AA' size IEC R6P
batteries (x2)
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SOURCE
TUNER
DVD
CD
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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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Remote control unit
Set up
This manual is for the VSX-409RDS audio/video
multi-channel receiver. It is divided into two main
sections:
Set up
This section covers installing your receiver and
connecting up all the other components in your
home theater system to it. It also describes how to
set up a multi-channel speaker system to take full
advantage of the great surround sound features of
your receiver.
Operation
This section shows you how to use every feature of
the receiver and its remote control unit. It also
covers using the supplied remote control to operate
your other Pioneer home theater components. To
find out more about a specific button, control or
indicator, see Displays & Controls starting on page
17. This will point you to the relevant chapter in the
manual.
In the Additional Information section (p.38-40) you'll
find a troubleshooting section and specifications.
memo
The following symbols are used
throughout this manual:
Provides detailed precautions and
advice on operations, etc.
Indicates that display is blinking.
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Introductory Information
Preparing the Remote Control
Loading the batteries
Dry cell batteries
('AA' size IEC R6P ¥ 2)
Operating range of remote control unit
memo
The remote control may not work properly if:
¶ There are obstacles between the remote control
and the receiver's remote sensor.
¶ Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto
the remote sensor.
¶ The receiver is located near a device that is
emitting infrared rays.
¶ The receiver is operated simultaneously with
another infrared remote control unit.
Special note on the remote control
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.
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1 2 3
4 5 6
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Please note that the remote control has two types of buttons, one called FUNCTION and a set of buttons called
SOURCE SELECT. Use the FUNCTION button to choose the component you want to listen to (CD, CDR/TAPE,
TUNER, etc.) and use the SOURCE SELECT buttons to change which component the remote control itself will
operate. Thus, if the VSX-409RDS is in TUNER mode, for example, and you want to listen to your CD player, you
need to select the CD mode with the FUNCTION button.
Operating other Pioneer components
By connecting a control cord (optional), you can
control other Pioneer equipment using this remote
control unit. Point the remote control unit towards
the remote sensor of this unit, even when operating
other equipment.
The remote control signals are received by the
remote sensor of this unit, and sent to the other
devices via the CONTROL OUT terminal.
memo
You can also control Pioneer components
by pointing the receiver's remote control
directly at the component. This type of
operation does not require control cords.
VSX-409RDS
Remote control unit
CONTROL
OUT
CONTROL
IN
OUT
Other Pioneer products
with Î mark
Connect to CONTROL IN
terminal of other Pioneer
products with Î mark.
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Connecting Your System
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power switch and disconnect the power
cord from the AC outlet.
Connecting Antennas
Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound
quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas, below). Always make sure that the receiver is
switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections.
AM loop antenna
Assemble the antenna and connect to the receiver. Attach to
a wall, etc. (if desired) and face in the direction that gives the
best reception.
L
R
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM ANTENNA
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
IN
O
U
T
IN
IN
IN
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
VCR/
DVR
TV/
SAT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
IN
CD
DVD
/LD
FRONT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
SUB
WOOFER
CONTROL
OUT
OUT
TO
MONITOR
TV
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
SURROUND
LR
CENTER
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LRLR
FRONT
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
Set up
FM wire antenna
Connect the FM wire antenna and fully extend
vertically along a window frame, etc.
Using external antennas
7 To improve FM reception
Connect an external FM antenna.
FM ANTENNA
FM
UNBAL
75 Ω coaxial cable
75Ω
7 To improve AM reception
Connect a 5–6 meter length of vinyl-coated wire to the AM antenna
terminal without disconnecting the supplied AM loop antenna.
For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.
Indoor antenna
(Vinyl-coated wire)
10mm
Outdoor antenna
5–6m
Antenna snap connectors
Twist the exposed wire strands
together and insert into the hole,
then snap the connector shut.
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
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Connecting Your System
Connecting Audio Components
Connect your audio components as shown below. When connecting equipment, always make sure the power
switched off and the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet.
CD player
OUT
L
R
L
R
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM ANTENNA
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
IN
O
U
T
IN
IN
IN
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
VCR/
DVR
TV/
SAT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
IN
CD
DVD
/LD
FRONT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
SUB
WOOFER
CONTROL
OUT
TO
MONITOR
TV
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
SURROUND
LR
CENTER
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LRLR
FRONT
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
PLAY REC
L
R
Audio cords
Use good quality audio cords with RCA/phono plugs at each
end (not supplied) to connect your audio components.
CD-R , Cassette deck
MD , DA T etc.
L
Connect red plugs to R (right) and
white plugs to L (left) terminals.
R
Be sure to push home the plugs into
their sockets.
Cassette deck placement
Depending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise caused by leakage flux from the transformer in the
receiver may occur during playback. If you experience noise, move the cassette deck farther away from the
receiver.
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Connecting Your System
Connecting DVD 5.1 Channel Components
DVD and LD discs are often compatible with both 2 channel and 5.1 channel audio output formats. Refer to page
21 for more information on how to switch between the two input methods.
Connections can be made from a DVD player, multi channel decoder equipped with 5.1 analogue outputs to the
5.1 analogue inputs on this unit. When connecting equipment, always make sure the power switched off and
the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet.When connecting equipment, always make sure the power
switched off and the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet.
L
R
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM ANTENNA
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
IN
O
U
T
IN
IN
IN
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
VCR/
/TAPE
DVR
TV/
SAT
CD
DVD
/LD
OUT
CD-R
/MD
IN
FRONT
IN
IN
IN
SUB
WOOFER
CONTROL
OUT
TO
MONITOR
TV
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
SURROUND
LR
CENTER
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LRLR
FRONT
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
Set up Operation
L
R
SURROUND
OUT PUT
L
R
SUB
WOOFER
CENTER
VODEO
OUT
FRONT
OUT PUT
Components equipped
with 5.1 channel
analogue output jacks
memo
The 5.1 channel input can only be used when DVD 5.1 CH is selected.
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VIDEO
IN
Connecting Your System
Connecting Video Components
Connect your video components as shown below. When connecting equipment, make sure the power is
switched off and the power cord disconnected from the wall outlet.
Audio/Video cords
Use good quality audio/video cords with RCA/phono plugs at each end
VCR, DVR, etc.
(not supplied) to connect the video components and a video cord to
connect the monitor/TV.
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM ANTENNA
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
IN
O
U
T
IN
IN
IN
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT IN
V
L
R
R
OUT
Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to
L (left), and the yellow plugs to VIDEO.
Be sure to push home the plugs into their
sockets.
L
VCR/
/TAPE
CD
DVR
TV/
SAT
DVD
/LD
FRONT
OUT
CD-R
/MD
IN
V
L
R
IN
IN
IN
SUB
WOOFER
CONTROL
OUT
OUT
TO
MONITOR
TV
SURROUND
LR
CENTER
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LRLR
CENTER
FRONT
SPEAKER
SPEAKERS
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
IN
VIDEO
TV
monitor
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DVD , LD player
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Connecting Your System
Connecting Speakers
Connect your speakers as shown below. Be sure to connect each speaker to the appropriate speaker terminals,
and also to connect the positive and negative terminals correctly (positive to positive, negative to negative).
When connecting equipment, always make sure the power switched off and the power cord is disconnected
from the wall outlet.
• Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω.
When connecting equipment, always make sure the power switched off and the power cord is disconnected
from the wall outlet.
Set up Operation
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM ANTENNA
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
Front
(left)
IN
O
U
T
IN
IN
IN
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
Powered
sub-woofer
Front
(right)
Center
INPUT
L
R
VCR/
DVR
TV/
SAT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
CD
DVD
/LD
OUT
IN
FRONT
IN
IN
IN
SUB
WOOFER
CONTROL
OUT
OUT
TO
MONITOR
TV
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
SURROUND
LR
CENTER
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LRLR
FRONT
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
Surround
(left)
Speaker terminals
Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the
receiver.
1 Twist around 10 mm of bare wire strands together.
2 Unclip the speaker terminal and insert the wire.
3 Snap shut the speaker terminal to secure.
Surround
(right)
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Connecting Your System
Hints on speaker placement
Speakers are usually designed with a particular placement in mind. Some are designed to be floorstanding, while
others should be placed on stands to sound their best. Some should be placed near a wall; others should be
placed away from walls. Follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with your
particular speakers to get the most out of them.
• Place the front left and right speakers at equal
distances from the TV.
• When placing speakers near the TV, we
recommend using magnetically shielded speakers
to prevent possible interference, such as
discoloration of the picture when the TV is switched
on. If you do not have magnetically shielded
speakers and notice discoloration of the TV picture,
move 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 the TV screen.
CAUTION!
If you choose to install the center speaker on
top of the TV, be sure to secure it with putty,
or by other suitable means, to reduce the risk
of damage or injury resulting from the speaker
falling from the TV in the event of external
shocks such as earthquakes.
To achieve the best possible surround sound, install
your speakers as shown below. Be sure all speakers
are installed securely to prevent accidents and
improve sound quality.
Front
Left
Center
Front
Right
Sub
Woofer
Surround
Left
Surround
Right
• If possible, install the surround speakers slightly
above ear level.
• T ry not to install the surround speakers farther away
from the listening position than the front and center
speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound
effect.
Listening
Position
3-D View of speaker set up
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