Pioneer VSX-452 User Manual

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AUDIO/VIDEO STEREO RECEIVER

InstructionsOperating 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, DO 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.

[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, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.

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.

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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

POWERLINES — 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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Pioneer VSX-452 User Manual

CONTENTS

 

BEFORE OPERATING, ADJUST THE POSITION OF THESE SWITCHES

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ACCESSORY ITEMS......................................................................................................................................................................

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SURROUND EFFECT....................................................................................................................................................................

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DOLBY 3CH LOGIC.......................................................................................................................................................................

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DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, DOLBY 3CH LOGIC CENTER MODE................................................................................

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................

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SIMULATED STEREO....................................................................................................................................................................

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AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS..............................................................................................................................................

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VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS................................................................................................................................................

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SPEAKER CONNECTIONS........................................................................................................................................................

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MULTI-ROOM CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................................................................

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REAR PANEL FACILITIES .................................................................................................................

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FRONT PANEL FACILITIES .............................................................................................................................

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TUNER ..............................................................................................................

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DIRECT ACCESS TUNING...........................................................................................................................................................

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AUTO TUNING (FM only).............................................................................................................................................................

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MANUAL TUNING.........................................................................................................................................................................

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PRESET TUNING..........................................................................................................................................................................

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RECEIVING FM SIMULCAST TV PROGRAMS...........................................................................................................................

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PLAYBACK..................................................................................................................................................................................

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RECORDING WITH A CASSETTE DECK..................................................................................................................................

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HINTS FOR BETTER RECEPTION.............................................................................................................................................

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TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................................

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SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................

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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.

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 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

go 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

CHANNEL STEP SWITCH

 

(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)

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.

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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NOTE:

Both switches must be in the same switch setting; otherwise, unit can be damaged.

ACCESSORY ITEMS

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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.

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.

• 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.

[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

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.

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.

 

 

 

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 FM antenna

AM Loop antenna

Use if you want to use an additionai power amplifier to boost center channel power output.

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.

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CONNECTIONS

VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

* Illustration shows U.S. and Canadian models.

LD player

AC wall socket

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