Pioneer VSX-452 User Manual
Operating
AUDIO/VIDEO STEREO RECEIVER
Instructions
VSX-452
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.
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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPUANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
[For U.S. and Canadian models]
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.
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[For Canadian modei]
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.
ATTENTION: pour prévenir les chocs Electriques ne
PAS UTIUSER cette fiche POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR
UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT,
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RETURN function
This function returns the unit to a set of initial settings and ready
to broadcast tuner. This is helpful during troubleshooting or when
no sound is output. For details, refer to page 13^
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IMPORTANT
Th0 lightning flash with arrowhead, 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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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.
ffiAD INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating
instructions should be reed before the appliance is
operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future
reference.
HEED WARNING - AM warnings on the appliance and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE — The appliance should not
be used near water — for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
LOCATION — The appliance should be instelled in a
stable location.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING - The appliance
should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance
should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings; or,
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase
or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through
the ventilation openings.
HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES — The appliance should be
connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
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. Pay particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
POLARIZATION — If your purchased product is
provided with a polarized power plug, please reed
the following instructions. This product is equipped
with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug
will fit into the power 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.
CLEANING — The appliance 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.
POWER LINES — An outdoor antenna should be located
away from power lines.
NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance
should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.
OBJECT AND UQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken
so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance
should be serviced by a Pioneer authorized service
center or qualified service personnel when:
• The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged.
• Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance.
• The appliance has been exposed to rain.
• The appliance does not appear to operate normally
or exhibits a marked change in performance.
• The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure
damaged.
SERVICING — The user should not attempt to service
the appliance beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside
antenna is connected to the antenna terminal, be
sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges.
In the U.S.A. section 810 of the National Electrical
Coda, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
respect 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 Fig.
A.
CART — An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
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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CONTENTS
BEFORE OPERATING, ADJUST THE POSITION OF THESE SWITCHES................................................................................ 4
ACCESSORY ITEMS......................................................................................................................................................................4
SURROUND EFFECT.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
DOLBY 3CH LOGIC....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, DOLBY 3CH LOGIC CENTER MODE
SPEAKER INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................6
SIMULATED STEREO....................................................................................................................................................................6
■rfiTi!IMId[»tdr»li!ifcM ................................................................................................................................... 7
AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 7
VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS................................................................................................................................................8
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS........................................................................................................................................................ 9
MULTI-ROOM CONNECTIONS................................................................................................................................................. IO
REAR PANEL FACILITIES
FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
TUNER
DIRECT ACCESS TUNING........................................................................................................................................................... IS
AUTO TUNING (FM only)............................................................................................................................................................. 18
MANUAL TUNING......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
PRESET TUNING.......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
RECEIVING FM SIMULCAST TV PROGRAMS........................................................................................................................... 16
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PLAYBACK.................................................................................................................................................................................. 1^
RECORDING WITH A CASSETTE DECK.................................................................................................................................. 17
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HINTS FOR BETTER RECEPTION............................................................................................................................................. 18
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TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................ 24
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime
of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is
often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group
recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just
purchased is only the surt of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s
time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic
Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to
get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without
annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, without
affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level”
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can
actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by
setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your heating
adapts.
To establish a safe level:
• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
• Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing
damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a
lifetime.
list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
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Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at
two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS
UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in fnnit of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
InfoniiMion couitny of the Deafnen Research Foundation.
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BEFORE OPERATING, ADJUST THE POSITION OF THESE SWITCHES
TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES
Only multi-voltage models are provided with these switches. U.S.,
Canadian, European. U.K. and Australian models are not provided with
these switches.
Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127 V and 220 V only. Never use
this model with 110 V setting in Saudi Arabia.
The line voltage selector switches are on the rear panel. Before your
model is shipped from the factory, these switches are set to the power
requirements of the destination. Check that they are set properly before
plugging the power cord into the household wall socket. If the voltage
is not properly set or if you move to an area where the voltage
requirements differ, adjust the selector switches as follows.
1. Use a medium-size screwdriver.
2. First, insert a screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at
the right, and adjust so that the tip of the groove points to the voltage
value of your area.
3. Next, insert a screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at
the left and adjust until the voltage is the same as at the right.
CHANNEL STEP SWITCH
(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)
The unit has been factory preset to the channel allocation for the area
in which it is to be sold. If these values are set incorrectly, the frequency
display may stop at the wrong frequency, resulting in an inability to
reproduce reception signals at their proper sound quality. For this reason,
be sure to confirm that the values are set correctly before first using
the unit.
[100 kHz/10 kHz] position;
Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of 100 kHz,
AM 10 kHz.
[50 kHz/9 kHz] position;
Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step of 50 kHz,
AM 9 kHz.
NOTE:
When unsure about the channel allocation for your area, consult your
dealer for correct information.
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Both switches must be in the same switch
setting; otherwise, unit can be damaged.
Remote control unit
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This unit has a built-in surround processor for adding presence and an
expansive effect to the sound.
• STUDIO:
Select this position to enjoy the effect of listening to music in a recording
studio.
The source sound is output as It is through the front speakers, with
reverberation output through the rear speakers.
This is particularly suitable for a source that has a lot of reverberation.
• SIMULATED SURROUND:
The "SIMULATED SURROUND" creates effects of reverberated and
reflected sound from the walls and ceiling similar to a concert hall. These
sound-effects added to the actual sound from the source make you feel
as If you were in a more expanded space. The different ranges of the
expaitded space can be set by the DELAY TIME button.
Set the Delay Time to 16 ms or 20 ms for a live-house concert. For
chamber music, set to 20 ms. For orchestral music, set to 30 ms. The
"SIMULATED SURROUND" also gives effects on monaural sources by
outputting the reverberated sound from rear speakers while keeping the
output sound from front speakers as it is. Turn on the "SIMULATED
SURROUND" for a monaural source to gain effective surround playback.
• DOLBY'*' PRO LOGIC SURROUND:
Choose this setting for movies and music (especially Video Discs and
video tapes bearing the ПП | DOLBY SUHHOUND | mark) playback.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND continuously detects the size and
direction of the dominant signal and cancels undesirable crosstalk,
thereby providing signal emphasis.
It makes you clearly perceive the directions where music comes from.
Real flow of sound also can be re-created naturally using this feature.
You can feel as if being in the outstanding and expansive sound field.
When using DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, a delay time setting of
20 ms is commonly used. Use a different setting if you prefer.
Even if they do not bear the ПП | DOLBY SURROUND | mark, some
video recordings may be Dolby Surround encoded.
Choose the SIMULATED SURROUND mode if the source sound signal
is mono. Little or no sound will be heard from the surround speakers
if the STADIUM or DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND mode is selected.
With DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, monaural source sound will be
heard only from the center channel at settings other than the PHANTOM
position.
Note:
Dolby Surround will not operate correctly if the signal passes through
a graphic equalizer.
When using Dolby Surround, set the graphic equalizer for flat
response or to its "through" (or off) setting, if you have one in use.
Cqmbining the rear speaker signal with that of the front speakers results
in your being able to enjoy a regenerated sound field which has
comparatively more presence and a more expansive feeling from the
front 3 channels (front L, front R, and center speakers) than that of
ordinary stereo regeneration.
[For DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND and DOLBY 3CH
LOGIC]
You can choose from the following settings:
Center Mode Choices:
When using a center speaker:
• NORMAL — Low range frequencies, which have little effect on
directionality and positioning, are routed to the ieft and right front
speakers. So you can use a relatively small size speaker as the center
speaker.
• WIDE — If you use a large size center speaker, choose this setting.
The full frequency range of the Dolby Surround center channel, from
low to high, is routed to the center speaker.
When not using a center speaker: DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND only
• PHANTOM — The signal which would have been sent to the center
speaker is divided equaliy between the left and right front speakers.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the
following patents: U.S. number 3,959,590: Canadian numbers
1,004,603 and 1,037,877. “Dolby", “Pro Logic", and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation et sous un ou plusiers des brevets suivants: U.S.A.
3,959,590; Canada 1,004,603 et 1,037,877. “'D0LBY,"Pro Logic,' et
le symbole double-D sont des marques de Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation."
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SPEAKER INSTALLATION
Speaker Installation Examples for Surround
To get the most out of the surround system, place the speakers as
shown below.
An example of speaker location
If the rear speakers are positioned at an extreme distance, the surround
level becomes unable to adjust and the surround effect will not be fully
achieved.
NOTE:
• To avoid interference with the picture on a nearby TV set, use
magnetically shielded speaker systems. This is particularly important
for the center speaker since it is usually located closest to the TV.
• Position the left and right channel speakers at equal distances from
the TV set and approximate six feet from each other.
• Position the center speaker above, bebw, or behind the TV set. Sound
may not appear to coincide with the picture if you position it next to
the TV set.
• Rear speakers are best positioned siightly above ear level.
SIMULATED STEREO
This function transforms monaural signals into simulated stereo sound.
Use it when you wish to experience a sense of stereo presence when
listening to AM broadcasts, or VCR and other monaural signal sources.
NOTE:
The simulated stereo function can also be used with stereo sound
sourt^, but it will result in an effect ^jmewhat different from thenormal
stereo sound.
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COIMIMECTIOIVIS
r AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
* Illustration shows U.S. and Canadian models.
Accessory
Accessory
AM Loop antenna
FM antenna
NOTE FOR FM ANTENNA:
Stretch the antenna out to its full length, dnd athx it to a wall, etc.
NOTE FOR AM LOOP ANTENNA:
The antenna should be placed at a distance from the receiver, and should
not be allowed to touch metallic objects.
A void placing it near CD players, personal computers, television sets,
and other devices generating radio frequencies.
Use if you want to use an additionai power amplifier to boost center
channel power output.
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connections
VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
* Illustration shows U.S. and Canadian models.
LD player
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AC wall
socket
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