Pioneer VSX-D3S User Manual

Operating

Instructions

AUDIO/VIDEO STEREO RECEIVER

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SR

POWER

STANDBY/ON

DOLBY SURROUND

AC-3 PRO • LOGIC

PHONES

Intelligent System Control

AUDIO/VIDEO STEREO RECEIVER

STANDBY

RETURN

RESET

SPEAKERS

A

VIDEO

B

SLEEP

AUDIOL

DIRECT

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VIDEO

VCR 2

VCR 1

R

TV/SAT

LD CD

VIDEO
INPUT

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.

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 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.

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
INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

MULTI-JOG

AC-3

PHONO

TAPE 2

TAPE 1

MONITOR

TUNER

TUNING MODE

MPX MODE

FM/AM

DSP OFF

PRO-LOGIC

MEMORY

DOLBY

SELECT

SURROUND MODE

DSP MODE

SUPER

BASS

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT

ATT

GUI

MODE

GUI

ENTER

MIN

TREBLEBASS

+–+–

SUPER BASS

FLAT

MAX

MAX

DEMO MODE

¶The demonstration mode is activated by turning on the

power switch while holding down the RETURN button
(from power standby condition). The demonstration will
appear on the display.

¶Press any button to cancel the demonstration. Activating

the demonstration mode causes memory contents to return
to their original default condition, except the tuner.

U.S. and Canadian models NTSC
Multi-voltage model NTSC/PAL

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

RETURN function

This function returns the unit to its initial settings with the
tuner ready to receive a broadcast. This is helpful during
troubleshooting or when no sound is output. For details,
refer to page 13.

RESET function

Set the MASTER VOLUME to minimum before pressing the
RESET button.
Use this function when normal operation is not possible due
to external influences such as static electricity or lightning, or
when operations are not functioning even when the operation
switches are pressed. Press the RESET button to return to
normal operating conditions.

IMPORTANT

The 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.

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.

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNING

in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

instructions should be followed.

WATER AND MOISTURE

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

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The appliance

VENTILATION

HEAT

POWER SOURCES

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

POLARIZATION

CLEANING

—

stable location.

should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

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.

—

The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked
on the appliance.

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.

provided with a polarized power plug, please read 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.

—

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.

—

The safety and operating

—

All warnings on the appliance and

—

All operating and use

—

The appliance should not

The appliance should be installed in a

—

The appliance should be situated so

—

The appliance should be

—

Power-supply cords

—

If your purchased product is

The appliance should be cleaned only

—

POWER LINES

located away from power lines.

NONUSE PERIODS

should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

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 appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

FIG. A

An outdoor antenna should be

—

The power cord of the appliance

—

Care should be taken

—

The appliance

—

The user should not attempt to service

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

GROUND

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

CLAMP

GROUND CLAMPS

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

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

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
Code, 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

ANTENNA
LEAD-IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810

–

20)

–

21)

—

If an outside

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as practical.

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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INSPECTION CHECKLIST

CONTENTS

The Pioneer Receiver is packaged with the following
items:

FM T-type antenna

AM Loop Antenna

Main-Repeater

Mini-Repeater

BEFORE OPERATING

INSPECTION CHECKLIST ............................................................ 3

INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 4

SETTING THE SWITCHES

FOR THE MULTI-VOLTAGE MODEL ONLY ...................... 4

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS ............................................. 5

CONNECTIONS

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS .................................................... 6

AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS .......................................... 7

VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........................................... 8

SPEAKER SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ...................................... 9

IR REPEATER CONNECTION ................................................ 10

PANEL FACILITIES

REAR PANEL FACILITES............................................................ 11

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES ........................................................ 13

DISPLAY SECTION ............................................................... 15

OPERATIONS

OPERATING THE TUNER .......................................................... 16

TUNING INTO STATIONS .................................................... 16

FREQUENCY PRESETTING .................................................. 16

LISTENING TO BROADCASTS USING PRESET TUNING ... 16

RECEIVING FM SIMULCAST TV PROGRAMS ..................... 17

OPERATING THE AUDIO/VIDEO COMPONENTS..................... 17

PLAYBACK ............................................................................ 17

RECORDING WITH A CASSETTE DECK.................................... 18

RECORDING WITH TAPE 1 ................................................... 18

RECORDING WITH TAPE 2 ................................................... 18

USING VCR 1, VCR 2 FOR AUDIO RECORDING .................. 18

COPYING TAPES .................................................................. 18

VIDEO RECORDING ................................................................... 19

SURROUND EFFECT.................................................................. 19

Remote control unit

Dry cell batteries
(size “AA” IEC R6P) x 2

Warranty Card

(Not supplied in multi-voltage model.)

Operating Instructions

If any of these items were not included in the package, contact
the dealer where you purchased the product from to obtain the
missing items or a complete replacement.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

PUTTING BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

REMOTE CONTROL RANGE ................................................ 20

RECEIVER CONTROL BUTTONS .......................................... 21

OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS ................................... 21

OPERATING USING GUI

RECEIVER CONTROL BUTTONS .......................................... 24

OPERATING THE TUNER .......................................................... 25

MANUAL/AUTO TUNING ..................................................... 25

PRESET TUNING .................................................................. 25

OPERATING OTHER COMPONENTS ........................................ 26

COPY OPERATION ..................................................................... 28

USING THE VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR ................................... 28

SOUND EDIT OPERATION ........................................................ 29

SETTING THE SPEAKER MODE ........................................... 29

LEVEL AND BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ................................ 30

REMOTE SET UP........................................................................ 31

ONE TOUCH OPERATION SET UP............................................ 33

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 34

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 36

APPENDIX B: SURROUND EFFECT .......................................... 37

APPENDIX C: DOLBY AC-3 SURROUND .................................. 38

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INSTALLATION

FM 50kHz

/50μS

AM 9kHz

CHANNEL
/FM DE-

100kHz
/75μS

10kHz

STEP
EMPHASIS

SETTING THE SWITCHES FOR THE MULTI-VOLTAGE MODEL ONLY

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES
(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)

Only multi-voltage models are provided with these
switches. U.S. and Canadian models are not provided
with these switches. Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are
127 V and 220 V only. Never use this model with the 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 the 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 the screwdriver in the groove of the voltage
selector at the left and adjust until the voltage is the same as
at the right.

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

110V
120〜127V

CHANNEL STEP/FM DE-EMPHASIS SWITCH
(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)

The unit has been factory preset to the channel allocation and
de-emphasis value for the area in which it is to be sold. If these
values are set incorrectly, the tuned in frequency may be wrong,
or sound may be distorted, 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.

(FM 100 kHz/75 µs, AM 10 kHz) position:

Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of 100
kHz, de-emphasis 75 µs and AM 10 kHz.

(FM 50 kHz/50 µs, AM 9 kHz) position:

Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step of 50
kHz, de-emphasis 50 µs and AM 9 kHz.

NOTE:

When unsure about the channel allocation and de-emphasis
values for your area, consult your dealer for correct information.

220V
240V

220V

110V

240V

120-127V

Medium-size screwdriver

PAL/NTSC SWITCH
(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)

This unit uses the TV screen to operate the system. Set the rear
panel PAL/NTSC switch to match your TV’s color system. The
screen will be unclear if the color system does not match.

PAL NTSC

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

INSTALLING THE RECEIVER

÷Place the unit on a stable platform next to the television and

stereo system to be used with the unit.

÷When using the unit with a stereo system, your speakers

should be placed away from your television (or TV monitor).

÷Do not place heavy objects such as a television or TV monitor

on top of the unit.

÷Do not place the unit on top of your TV set or TV monitor. Also,

keep the unit away from devices such as cassette decks which
are sensitive to magnetic fields.

If the cassette deck is installed in the A positions as shown in
the drawing below, it may be adversely affected during
playback. If possible, it is better to install it in the B position.

A

A B

INSTALL THE RECEIVER IN A WELL-VENTILATED
PLACE AWAY FROM HEAT AND HUMIDITY

Do not install the unit in a location subject to direct sunlight, or
near a stove or radiator, etc. This could adversely affect the
cabinet and internal components. Also, avoid installing the unit
in a humid or dusty location. This could result in a malfunction
or accident. Do not install near a cooking stove where the unit
could be affected by smoke, steam, or heat. Avoid placing the
unit on surfaces such as shaggy carpets, beds and sofas which
may block ventilation under the unit and may cause damage.

÷The rear panel vents are designed to disperse heat from the

unit. Be careful that curtains or other items do not block the
vents.

÷ To improve heat dispersion, set the unit so that it is at least

20 cm (8 inches) away from the wall.

At least 20 cm (8 inches)

Receiver

A

POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by
tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your
hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric
shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the
power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or
tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such
that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord
can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power
cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your
nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a
replacement.

SURROUND SPEAKER INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

To get the best effect out of the surround system, place the
speakers as shown below.

An example for center speaker location

When using dual center
speakers

LEFT
FRONT
SPEAKER

LEFT
SURROUND
SPEAKER

CENTER SPEAKER

Listening Area

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 approximately 1.8 m (6 feet) from each
other.

÷

Position the center speaker above, below, 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 slightly above ear level.

When using a single
center speaker

TV

FRONT

REAR

RIGHT
FRONT
SPEAKER

RIGHT
SURROUND
SPEAKER

You can set this unit to match the requirements and
specifications of your stereo system’s speakers (whether or
not center speaker(s), rear speakers or a sub-woofer are
used, speaker size, etc.) to assure optimum sound quality.
Before using, perform settings in the SPEAKER MODE (refer
to page 29).

NOTE:

This unit does not feature conventional switching between
NORMAL/ WIDE / PHANTOM center modes.

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CONNECTIONS

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

NOTE FOR FM ANTENNA:

Stretch the antenna out to its full length and affix 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. Avoid
placing it near CD players, personal computers, television sets
and other devices generating radio frequencies.

Accessory FM T-type antenna

Stretch the antenna out
to its full “T” shape and
affix it to a wall, etc.

VIDEO OUT

GND

TO MONITOR TV

IN

REC

TAPE2
MONI­TOR

PLAY

REC

TAPE1

PLAY

CD

IN

R

R

L

Accessory AM
loop antenna

PAL

NTSC

PHONO

FM 50kHz

100kHz

/50μS

/75μS

AM 9kHz

10kHz

STEP

CHANNEL

EMPHASIS

/FM DE-

FM
BAL
300Ω

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

GND

AM

LOOP
ANTENA

ANTENNA

Illustration shows Multi-voltage model.

7 OUTDOOR FM ANTENNA

The main advantage of FM over AM is the quality of the
broadcast signal. In order to benefit fully from the high signal
quality of FM broadcasts, it is recommended that a special­purpose FM antenna be installed. In weak signal areas, a multi­element (3-, 5-, or 7-element) antenna should be used.

7 GROUNDING

Grounding is recommended if reception of FM programs is
impaired by noise. To ground, connect a thick polyvinyl insulated
wire to the GND terminal and attach the other end to a metal
water pipe or grounding bar or wind it around a copper plate
and bury it.

CAUTION:

Never connect a wire to a gas pipe for grounding since sparks may
ignite the gas.

7 EXTERNAL AM ANTENNA

If it is not possible to obtain adequate AM reception even by
changing the orientation of the AM loop antenna, a separate
indoor antenna, or an outdoor antenna should be installed.

INDOOR AM ANTENNA

Use a vinyl insulated wire (5 — 6 m, 17 — 20 feet), and connect
one end to the AM antenna terminal and affix the other end to
the wall or ceiling, as high as possible.

OUTDOOR AM ANTENNA

If reception quality is not improved sufficiently even when an
indoor antenna is used, a vinyl insulated wire should be installed
outside and fixed in place.

NOTE:

Do not detach the AM loop antenna when using an indoor or an
outdoor AM antenna.

CONTROL

SYSTEM CONTROL

IR OUT

MAIN-

IN

REPEATER

OUT

OUT

VCR2

IN

2

1

MINI­REPEATER

OUT

S

VCR1

OUT

S

IN

IN

LD

S

IN

IN

TV
/SAT

IN

L

VIDEO

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
"DOLBY","AC-3", "PRO LOGIC" AND THE DOUBLE-D SYMBOL ARE TRADEMARKS OF
DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.

TO

S

MONITOR

OUT

TV

Setting Up the AM Antenna

÷Insert the claw on the bottom of the antenna into the

groove in the leg.

÷ Place the antenna on a level surface and rotate it to locate

the orientation that yields the best reception.

÷Use the attachment hole in the leg to screw to a wall or

other location, then insert the claw on the bottom of the
antenna into the groove in the leg (affixing the antenna in
the direction that gives the best reception.)

Lead wire

Leg

Lead wire

Twist the wire strands together.

FM outdoor antenna

30

300 Ω feeder

coaxial 75 Ω cable

F-type plug

Indoor AM wire antenna
(Polyvinyl insulated wire)

GROUND

(1-3/16)

Unit: mm (in)

15(9/16)

GROUND

Outdoor AM antenna

AM loop antenna

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AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

NOTE:

Dolby Surround will not operate correctly if the signal passes
through a graphic equalizer.
When using Dolby Surround, turn off the TAPE 2 MONITOR
button or set the graphic equalizer for flat response or to its
through (defeat) setting.

Cassette deck 2

When using a graphic equalizer

CONNECTIONS

★ Connect when using a PIONEER projection monitor

receiver's built-in speaker as a center speaker.
Refer to the projection monitor's operating
instructions for details concerning connection and
operation.

LINE

L

R

PLAY

REC

INPUT

OUTPUT

L

R

R

Turntable

L

REC

(L, R)

IN

From L and R
REC jacks

L

R

L

R

L

R

R

PAL

NTSC

PHONO

FM 50kHz

100kHz

/50μS

/75μS

AM 9kHz

10kHz

STEP

CHANNEL

EMPHASIS

/FM DE-

FM
BAL
300Ω

TAPE1

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

GND

CD

AM

LOOP
ANTENA

ANTENNA

L

R

L

R

VIDEO OUT

GND

TO MONITOR TV

IN

REC

TAPE2
MONI-
TOR

PLAY

REC

PLAY

IN

R

R

L

Illustration shows Multi-voltage model.

L

CONTROL

SYSTEM CONTROL

IR OUT

MAIN-

IN

REPEATER

OUT

OUT

VCR2

IN

2

1

MINI­REPEATER

OUT

S

VCR1

OUT

S

IN

IN

LD

S

IN

IN

TV
/SAT

IN

L

VIDEO

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
"DOLBY","AC-3", "PRO LOGIC" AND THE DOUBLE-D SYMBOL ARE TRADEMARKS OF
DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.

TO

S

MONITOR

OUT

TV

AC-3•

DIGITAL IN

TV
/SAT

PLAY
(L, R)

Graphic equalizer

OUT

To L and R
PLAY jacks

SUB WOOFER

PRE
OUT

I

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω

AC-3•
RF IN

R

／SPEAKER

LD

L-AUDIO

(MONO)

LD

PIONEER Projection
monitor receiver

★

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

SPEAKER

CENTER

SELECTOR

PRE
OUT

I+II

CENTER
SPEAKERS

ONLY

I

SEE

II

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

R

L

REAR
SPEAKERS

R

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω
／SPEAKER

CAUTION:

THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD SHOULD
BE DISCONNECTED
BEFORE CHANGING
THE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR.

A

FRONT

SPEAKERS

B

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω／SPEAKER

110V
120〜127V

220V
240V

L

SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX

UNSWITCHED
100W MAX

L

CAUTION:

DO NOT CONNECT
TV SET CR MONITOR.

220V

AC OUTLETS

240V

120-127V

110V

AC wall socket

Cassette deck 2

L

R

L

R

LINE

L

R

PLAY

REC

INPUT

OUTPUT

L

R

OUTPUT

L

R

AUDIO

CD

CD playerCassette deck 1

NOTE:

Before connecting pin jacks, speaker cables and other jacks and cables, switch power to the unit
OFF, and wait for about one hour. (When power is ON, the rear panel may become very hot.)

Built-in amplifier
woofer, monaural
amplifier, etc.

To connect the Pioneer

IN

S-W1000 Powered Sub­woofer, connect from the
receiver’s SUB WOOFER
PRE OUT to the sub­woofer input.

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CONNECTIONS

VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

FRONT PANEL

FRONT PANEL

DOLBY SURROUND

AC-3

PRO • LOGIC

PHONES

Intelligent System Control

SLEEP DIRECT

R

AUDIOL

VIDEO

V

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO
INPUT

AUDIO

OUT

R

L

VCR (for playback only), or

L

R

another component such as a
TV camera.

V

L
R

VCR 2 TV Monitor

VIDEOVIDEO

AUDIO

L

(PLAY)

OUT

R

(REC)

IN

L

R

V

V

L

R

L

R

L

R

V

L

FM 50kHz

AM 9kHz

R

L

R

V

R

L

THE S-VIDEO CONNECTORS

When using the VCR 1, LD and TO MONITOR TV jacks with
components which have S-VIDEO connectors, they can be
connected to the S-VIDEO connectors.
For the operation of components connected to S-VIDEO
connectors, refer to the instruction manuals of the
corresponding components.

NOTE:

÷

In this unit, the S-VIDEO connectors (Y-C separate) and the
regular pin jacks are independent, so any signal input
through a pin jack must be output from the pin jack, and any
signal input through an S-VIDEO connector must be output
through the S-VIDEO connector.

÷

Do not connect a different component to the same function's
S-VIDEO connector and regular pin jacks.

÷

The S-VIDEO connector is for the video portion only, so be
sure to also make the audio connections.

How to use S-VIDEO connectors

S-VIDEO jack

VCR

VIDEOINVIDEO

V

GND

PAL

NTSC

PHONO

IN

100kHz

/50μS

/75μS

10kHz

REC

STEP

CHANNEL

EMPHASIS

/FM DE-

TAPE2
MONI­TOR

FM

PLAY

BAL
300Ω

REC

TAPE1

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

PLAY

GND

CD

IN

AM

R

L

LOOP
ANTENA

ANTENNA

V

V

VIDEO OUT

TO MONITOR TV

R

R

V

L

VIDEO

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

L

IN

OUT

VCR2

IN

1

OUT

VCR1

IN

LD
IN

TV
/SAT

IN

V

Check the position of
the holes and insert.

S-VIDEO plug

For the method of switching the TV monitor S-VIDEO
connector/VIDEO jack, refer to the TV monitor’s instruction
manual.

Illustration shows Multi-voltage model.

CONTROL

OUT

SYSTEM CONTROL

IR OUT

MAIN-

IN

REPEATER

2

MINI­REPEATER

S

OUT

S
IN

S
IN

TO

MONITOR

AC-3•

DIGITAL IN

TV

TV

/SAT

S

OUT

SUB WOOFER

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω

AC-3•

／SPEAKER

RF IN

LD

CENTER

PRE

PRE
OUT

OUT

I+II

CENTER
SPEAKERS

ONLY

I

SEE

I

II

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

R

R

L

REAR
SPEAKERS

R

V

SPEAKER
SELECTOR

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω
／SPEAKER

CAUTION:

THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD SHOULD
BE DISCONNECTED
BEFORE CHANGING
THE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR.

A

FRONT

SPEAKERS

B

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

8Ω〜16Ω／SPEAKER

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

110V
120〜127V

220V

220V

110V

240V

L

SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX

UNSWITCHED
100W MAX

L

CAUTION:

DO NOT CONNECT
TV SET CR MONITOR.

AC OUTLETS

120-127V

240V

Do not place the AC-3
connection cord near
the antenna wires or
antenna terminals.

AC wall socket

R

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V

VIDEOVIDEO

L

AUDIO

L

R

(REC)

(PLAY)

OUT

VCR 1

IN

VCR

V

L

R

OUT IN

L

AUDIO

R

OUT

L

R

S

VIDEO
OUT

V

S

OUT

L

R

AUDIO
OUT

L

VIDEO
OUT

V

R

AC-3

RF OUT

LD player TV tuner

NOTE:

Before connecting pin jacks, speaker cables and other jacks and cables, switch power to the unit
OFF, and wait for about one hour. (When power is ON, the rear panel may become very hot.)

L

R

PRE
OUT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SUB WOOFER

AC OUTLETS

CENTER
SPEAKERS

CENTER

SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX

PRE
OUT

UNSWITCHED
100W MAX

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω／SPEAKER

CAUTION:

THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD SHOULD
BE DISCONNECTED
BEFORE CHANGING
THE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR.

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

110V
120〜127V

220V
240V

CAUTION:

DO NOT CONNECT
TV SET CR MONITOR.

220V

110V

120-127V

240V

II

I

REAR
SPEAKERS

I+II

I

ONLY

SEE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

SPEAKER
SELECTOR

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω
／SPEAKER

L

A

R

R

L

B

I+II

I

ONLY

+

+

+

–

–

–

+

–

CONNECTIONS

SPEAKER SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

NOTE:

Use speakers with an impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω.

When connecting speakers to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals,
the procedure is the same as that used for connecting speakers
to the FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals.

NOTE:

÷

Do not allow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from the
terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctioning or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact
with each other.

÷

If you have one pair of speakers only, connect it to front
speaker terminals A or B.

÷

Be sure to connect single rear speaker to the L channel.

SPEAKER
SELECTOR

SUB WOOFER

+

–

+

–

I+II

I

ONLY

CENTER

PRE

PRE
OUT

OUT

CENTER
SPEAKERS

SEE

I

II

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

R

L

REAR
SPEAKERS

++

–

10mm (3/8 in)

1 Push the lever forward.

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

SPEAKER
SELECTOR

110V
SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω
／SPEAKER

CAUTION:

THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD SHOULD
BE DISCONNECTED
BEFORE CHANGING
THE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR.

A

FRONT

SPEAKERS

B

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω／SPEAKER

120〜127V

220V

220V

120-127V

110V

240V

L

SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX

UNSWITCHED
100W MAX

L

CAUTION:

DO NOT CONNECT
TV SET CR MONITOR.

AC OUTLETS

Illustration

240V

I+II

ONLY

I

R

R

–

2 Insert the cord into the hole.
3 Pull the lever back.

+

–

shows Multi­voltage model.

You can set this unit to match the requirements and
specifications of your stereo system’s speakers (whether or
not center speaker(s), rear speakers or a sub-woofer are
used, speaker size, etc.) to assure optimum sound quality.
Before using, perform settings in the SPEAKER MODE (refer
to page 29).

NOTE:

This unit does not feature conventional switching between
NORMAL/WIDE/PHANTOM center modes.

Speaker cord connection

2

+

1

3

2

1

1 Loosen cap.
2 Insert wire.
3 Tighten cap.

3

Connecting Two Center Speakers for Dual Center

There are two sets of terminals for center speakers on the main
unit, so you can connect two speakers. When you cannot install
a speaker under or behind your TV, installing speakers either
side of the TV as a center speaker is just as effective.

When the SPEAKER SELECTOR switch is in the “Ι + ΙΙ” position,
be sure to connect two speakers. If only one speaker is connected,
there will be no sound.

Both speaker systems should have an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω.

FRONT

CENTER

+

REAR

–

+

–

+

–

+

–

SP-A(L) SP-A(R)

+

NOTE:

(L) (R)

–

Before connecting pin jacks, speaker cables and other jacks and cables, switch power to the unit
OFF, and wait for about one hour. (When power is ON, the rear panel may become very hot.)

SPEAKER
SELECTOR

Illustration shows
Multi-voltage model.

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CONNECTIONS

IR REPEATER CONNECTION

Connecting a supplied IR Repeater lets you also control other components with this unit’s remote control.

NOTE:

To operate components not made by Pioneer, perform REMOTE SET UP (page 31) after connecting an IR Repeater.

Remote control signals directed towards this unit or GUI operation signals are transmitted from the repeater as infrared signals, enabling
control of other components.
There are two kinds of infrared repeaters. Connect either or both to match the remote control requirements of different components.

MAIN-REPEATER

Use this to operate other components with this unit’s remote
control or to operate using GUI on-screen indications.
Install on top of this unit as shown in the figure.

MAIN-REPEATER

CD

VCR

CONTROL

VIDEO OUT

GND

PAL

FM 50kHz

/50μS

AM 9kHz

CHANNEL
/FM DE-

ANTENNA

TO MONITOR TV

NTSC

PHONO

IN

100kHz
/75μS
10kHz

REC

STEP
EMPHASIS

TAPE2
MONI­TOR

FM

PLAY

BAL
300Ω

REC

TAPE1

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

PLAY

GND

CD

IN

AM

R

L

R

L

LOOP
ANTENA

SYSTEM CONTROL

IR OUT

MAIN-

IN

REPEATER

OUT

OUT

VCR2

IN

2

1

MINI­REPEATER

OUT

S

VCR1

OUT

S

IN

IN

LD

S

IN

IN

TV

TO

S

MONITOR

/SAT

OUT

TV

IN

VIDEO

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
"DOLBY","AC-3", "PRO LOGIC" AND THE DOUBLE-D SYMBOL ARE TRADEMARKS OF
DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.

Illustration shows Multi-voltage model.

MINI-REPEATER

Use this when a component operates incorrectly after receiving
a signal from this unit’s remote control, or when it is difficult for
a component to receive signals from the Main-Repeater. Stick it
directly on the remote control sensor window.
There are two MINI-REPEATER terminals.
If you need another Mini-Repeater, contact you nearest Pioneer
Service Center.

VCR

1 Insert the REPEATER’s two

pegs into the holes on the top.

2

1

2 Install the REPEATER laying

on its side on the top.

The pegs are usually
inserted in the two
rear holes.

Use the two front holes when
there’s another component on
top of this preventing easy
reception of the MAIN
REPEATER’s infrared signals.

VSX-D3S

VSX-D3S

NOTE:

To prevent possible damage, be careful to avoid accidentally
connecting the MINI-REPEATER to the MAIN-REPEATER
terminals.

MINI-REPEATER

CONTROL

VIDEO OUT

GND

PAL

FM 50kHz

/50μS

AM 9kHz

CHANNEL
/FM DE-

ANTENNA

TO MONITOR TV

NTSC

PHONO

IN

100kHz
/75μS
10kHz

REC

STEP
EMPHASIS

TAPE2
MONI­TOR

FM

PLAY

BAL
300Ω

REC

TAPE1

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

PLAY

GND

CD

IN

AM

R

L

R

L

LOOP
ANTENA

Illustration shows Multi-voltage model.

SYSTEM CONTROL

IR OUT

MAIN-

IN

REPEATER

OUT

OUT

VCR2

IN

2

1

MINI-
REPEATER

OUT

S

VCR1

OUT

S

IN

IN

LD

S

IN

IN

TV

TO

S

MONITOR

/SAT

OUT

TV

IN

VIDEO

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
"DOLBY","AC-3", "PRO LOGIC" AND THE DOUBLE-D SYMBOL ARE TRADEMARKS OF
DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.

1

2

1 Remove the seal.
2 Stick onto the remote control

sensor window.

NOTE:

Before connecting the MAIN-REPEATER or MINI-REPEATER, switch power to the unit OFF, and wait
for about one hour. (When power is ON, the rear panel may become very hot.)

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VCR

REAR PANEL FACILITIES

Illustration shows Multi-voltage model.

1 2 3 4

7 8 9

6

10 11 12 13

5

CONTROL

SYSTEM CONTROL

IR OUT

MAIN-

IN

REPEATER

OUT

OUT

VCR2

IN

OUT

VCR1

IN

LD
IN

TV
/SAT

IN

VIDEO

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
"DOLBY","AC-3", "PRO LOGIC" AND THE DOUBLE-D SYMBOL ARE TRADEMARKS OF
DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.

2

1

MINI­REPEATER

S

OUT

S
IN

S
IN

TO

S

MONITOR

OUT

TV

FM 50kHz

AM 9kHz

VIDEO OUT

GND

PAL

NTSC

PHONO

IN

100kHz

/50μS

/75μS

10kHz

REC

STEP

CHANNEL

EMPHASIS

/FM DE-

TAPE2
MONI­TOR

FM

PLAY

BAL
300Ω

REC

TAPE1

FM
UNBAL
75Ω

PLAY

GND

CD

IN

AM

LOOP
ANTENA

ANTENNA

TO MONITOR TV

R

R

L

L

14 16 17 18 20 21 23 24 25 26 2715 19 22

1 FM/AM ANTENNA terminals

Use these antenna terminals for reception of normal FM and AM
broadcasts.

2 CHANNEL STEP switch

(Multi-voltage model only)

See page 4.

3 PAL/NTSC switch

(Multi-voltage model only)

See page 4.

4 TAPE 2 MONITOR jacks

Connect to audio components such as a second cassette deck or
a graphic equalizer.

5 PHONO input jacks

Connect to the output cables from a turntable.

6 GND terminal

Connect the turntable ground lead to this terminal.

7 VCR 2 jacks

[VIDEO OUT]

Connect to the VCR 2 VIDEO INPUT jack.

[AUDIO OUT (L, R)]

Connect to the VCR 2 AUDIO INPUT jacks.

[VIDEO IN]

Connect to the VCR 2 VIDEO OUTPUT jack.

[AUDIO IN (L, R)]

Connect to the VCR 2 AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.

8 VIDEO OUT (TO MONITOR TV) jack

Connect to a monitor TV or to TV sets with video input terminals
to watch program materials from a VCR or LD player connected
to this unit.

9 CONTROL IN/OUT jacks

IN : Connect this jack to other Pioneer components when

using those components to control this unit.

OUT : Connect this jack to other Pioneer components when

using the remote control of this unit to control the other
components.

CAUTION:

THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD SHOULD
BE DISCONNECTED
BEFORE CHANGING
THE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR.

A

FRONT

SPEAKERS

B

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω／SPEAKER

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

110V
120〜127V

220V

220V

110V

240V

L

SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX

UNSWITCHED
100W MAX

L

CAUTION:

DO NOT CONNECT
TV SET CR MONITOR.

AC OUTLETS

CONTROL



IN

OUT

120-127V

240V

AC-3 •

DIGITAL IN

SPEAKER

SUB WOOFER

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE
8Ω〜16Ω

AC-3 •

／SPEAKER

RF IN

TV
/SAT

LD

CENTER

SELECTOR

PRE

PRE
OUT

OUT

SPEAKER

I+II

IMPEDANCE

SEE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

8Ω〜16Ω
／SPEAKER

ONLY

I

R

R

I

R

CENTER
SPEAKERS

II

L

REAR
SPEAKERS

CONTROL

IN

OUT

Receiver

PIONEER component
bearing the Î mark.

Remote
control unit

To the CONTROL IN jack of
the PIONEER component
bearing the Î mark.

NOTE:

÷

If there is a plug in this unit’s CONTROL IN jack, Intelligent
System Control and GUI operation are not possible.

÷

The receiver’s remote sensor does not function when a plug is
inserted in the IN jack. To operate, point a remote control unit
other than this unit's supplied remote control unit at the
remote sensor on the component to which the receiver’s IN
jack is connected.

÷

You cannot use the supplied remote control unit to operate this
unit via another component’s remote sensor.

0 SYSTEM CONTROL IR OUT jacks

To operate other components with this unit’s remote control or
with GUI, connect the supplied repeater. (See page 10.)

MINI-REPEATER 1, 2:

Connect the supplied Mini-Repeater.

MAIN-REPEATER:

Connect the supplied Main-Repeater.

- SUB WOOFER PRE OUT jack

When you play back the low frequencies with a sub-woofer,
connect to a powered sub-woofer.

= CENTER PRE OUT jack

Connect when using a PIONEER projection monitor receiver's
built-in speaker as a center speaker.
Refer to the projection monitor's operating instructions for details
concerning connection and operation.

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REAR PANEL FACILITIES

~ TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS switches

(Multi-voltage model only)

See page 4.

! TAPE 1 jacks

Connect to the first cassette deck.

@ CD input jacks

Connect to the output jacks of a compact disc player.

# VCR 1 jacks

[VIDEO OUT]

Connect to the VCR 1 VIDEO INPUT jack.

[AUDIO OUT (L, R)]

Connect to the VCR 1 AUDIO INPUT jacks.

[VIDEO IN]

Connect to the VCR 1 VIDEO OUTPUT jack.

[AUDIO IN (L, R)]

Connect to the VCR 1 AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.

$ LD input jacks

Connect to an LD player’s output jacks (audio, video).

% TV/SAT (Satellite) jacks (input)

Use these jacks if you wish to connect a TV tuner with both video
and audio outputs.

^ S (connector) video jacks

When used in conjunction with a VCR, LD player or TV monitor
equipped with S video jacks, connect to these jacks. (Refer to
page 8.)

÷ TO MONITOR TV jack

This unit uses the TV screen to operate the system. Set the rear
panel PAL/NTSC switch (3) to match your TV's color system
(Multi-voltage model only). The screen will be unclear if the
color system does not match.

& AC-3 • DIGITAL IN (TV/SAT) jack

This jack is ready for future AC-3 system digital TV audio
broadcasts.

NOTE:

Do not connect to a CD or DAT coaxial digital audio output.

* AC-3 • RF IN (LD) jack

Connect to an LD player’s AC-3 • RF OUT jack.

( CENTER SPEAKERS terminals

Connect the center speaker(s) to these terminals.

NOTE:

Do not allow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from the
terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctions or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact
with each other.
Use a center speaker with an impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω. (If you
connect two center speakers, use speakers with an impedance
of 4 Ω to 16 Ω. Refer to _.)

) REAR SPEAKERS terminals

Connect the rear speakers to these terminals.

NOTE:

Do not allow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from the
terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctions or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact
with each other.
Use rear speakers with an impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω.

_ CENTER SPEAKER SELECTOR switch

This switch changes the speaker impedance when only one
center speaker is connected, or two speakers are connected.

When only one speaker is connected:

Be sure to set the switch to “Ι ONLY” (down side), and always
connect a speaker with an impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω to the Ι
terminal.

When two speakers are connected:

Be sure to set the switch to “Ι + ΙΙ” (up side), and always use
speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω.

NOTE:

Switch the CENTER SPEAKER SELECTOR when the unit power
supply is at STANDBY. Do not switch the selector when the
power supply is at ON.

+ FRONT SPEAKERS terminals

A : Connect to the first set of speakers.
B : Connect to the second set of speakers.

NOTE:

Do not allow any of the cord’s conductors to protrude from the
terminals or touch any other conductors. Malfunctions or
breakdowns may occur when conductors come into contact
with each other.
Use front speakers with an impedance of 8 Ω to 16 Ω.

¡ AC OUTLETS

(U.S. and Canadian models)

[SWITCHED TOTAL 100 W (0.8 A) MAX]

Power supplied through these outlets is turned on and off by the
receiver’s POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption
of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A).

[UNSWITCHED 100 W (0.8 A) MAX]

Power flows continually to this outlet, regardless of whether the
receiver is switched ON or OFF. Electrical power consumption
of the connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A).

(Multi-voltage model)

[SWITCHED TOTAL 100 W MAX]

Power supplied through these outlets is turned on and off by the
receiver’s POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption
of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W.

[UNSWITCHED 100 W MAX]

Power flows continually to this outlet, regardless of whether the
receiver is switched ON or OFF. Electrical power consumption
of the connected equipment should not exceed 100 W.

NOTE:

÷

This unit should be disconnected by removing the power plug
from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g. when on
vacation.

÷

Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such

as heaters, irons or television sets to these AC OUTLETS in
order to avoid overheating and fire risk. This can cause the
receiver to malfunction.

CAUTION:
DO NOT CONNECT A MONITOR OR TV SET TO THIS UNIT'S AC
OUTLETS.

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