Pioneer VSX-S500-K, VSX-S500-S Operating Instruction

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

Operating Instructions

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VSX-S500

-K/-S

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly.

WARNING

VENTILATION CAUTION

IMPORTANT

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.

Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel.

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 10 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI
to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug
must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your local dealer.

If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for your socket outlet, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of
safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the 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.

How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

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

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

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To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

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When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation
(at least 10 cm at top, 5 cm at rear, and 5 cm at each
side).

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product,
and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire
hazard, the openings should never be blocked or
covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths,
curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet
or a bed.

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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light)

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WARNING

WARNING

Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries

Symbol for

equipment

Symbol examples

for batteries

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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make
sure it is properly disposed of after removal.
The equipment should be disconnected by removing
the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused
for a long period of time (for example, when on
vacation).

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean
that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with
general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries,
please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national
legislation.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries,
please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
where you purchased the items.

These symbols are only valid in the European Union.

For countries outside the European Union:

If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.

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CAUTION

The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all power from the AC outlet.
Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect
device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the
AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make
sure the unit has been installed so that the power
cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in
case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power
cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet
when left unused for a long period of time (for

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example, when on vacation).

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This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or
shock hazard, do not place any container filled with
liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower
pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or
moisture.

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Before plugging in for the first time, read the following
section carefully.

The voltage of the available power supply differs
according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel.

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This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires
repair will be charged for even during the warranty
period.

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Contents

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Flow of settings on the receiver

01 Controls and displays

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operating range of remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

02 Connecting your equipment

Determining the speakers’ application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Some tips for improving sound quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting the speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connect the surround back or front height speakers

Switching the speaker terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Making cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

HDMI cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About HDMI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Analog audio cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Digital audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Standard RCA video cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

About the video converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connecting a TV and playback components . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output . . . 15

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting optional Bluetooth

Connecting to the network through LAN interface . . . . . 16

Connecting to a wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Using external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting an iPod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting to the front panel audio mini jack. . . . . . . . . 18

Plugging in the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

03 Basic Setup

Canceling the Auto Power Down. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Canceling the demo display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)

Other problems when using the Auto MCACC setup

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ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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04 Basic playback

Playing a source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing an iPod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing back files stored on an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Basic playback controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Switches between the iPod controls and the receiver

controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Basic playback controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Playback with NETWORK feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Listening to Internet radio stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing back audio files stored on components on

the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing back your favorite songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Network setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Network connection requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

About network playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

®

Bluetooth

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

An introduction to RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

05 Listening to your system

Choosing the listening mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the Ecology mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using the Sound Retriever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Setting the Up Mix function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Setting the Audio options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of

Wireless music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth

wireless technology device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Listening to Music Contents of Bluetooth wireless

technology device with Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Improving FM sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Naming preset stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Searching for RDS programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Displaying RDS information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the Advanced surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using Stream Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

06 The Home Menu

Using the Home Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Speaker System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Speaker Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

X.Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

The Pre Out Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

The Input Assign menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

The Video Parameter setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Video Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

The Auto Power Down menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

The FL Demo Mode menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

07 Control with HDMI function

Making Control with HDMI connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

HDMI Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Before using synchronization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

About synchronized operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

About connections with a product of a different brand

that supports the Control with HDMI function . . . . . . 42

Cautions on the Control with HDMI function . . . . . . . . . 42

08 Additional information

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

NETWORK feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Troubleshooting of wireless LAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Important information regarding the HDMI

connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

About status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

About playable music file formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

About iPod/iPhone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

About FLAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Resetting the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Software License Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Disclaimer for Third Party Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box

Please check that you’ve received the following supplied
accessories:

• Setup microphone

• Remote control

• AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system
operation) x2

• AM loop antenna

• FM wire antenna

•Power cord

• Warranty card

• Quick start guide

• Safety Brochure

• These operating instructions (CD-ROM)

Installing the receiver

• When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level
and stable surface.

Don’t install it on the following places:
– on a color TV (the screen may distort)
– near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a
magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound.
– in direct sunlight
– in damp or wet areas
– in extremely hot or cold areas
– in places where there is vibration or other movement
– in places that are very dusty
– in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen)

Flow of settings on the
receiver

The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an
abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used easily
after following the procedure below to make the connections
and settings.

The colors of the steps indicate the following:

Required setting item

Setting to be made as necessary

1

Connecting the speakers

Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the
sound.

• Determining the speakers’ application (page 9)

• Connecting the speakers (page 10)

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Connecting the components

For surround sound, you’ll want to hook up using a digital
connection from the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to the
receiver.

• About the video converter (page 13)

• Connecting a TV and playback components (page 14)

• Connecting antennas (page 17)

• Plugging in the receiver (page 18)

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Power On

Make sure you’ve set the video input on your TV to this
receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you
don’t know how to do this.

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Speaker System (page 36)

(When connecting Speaker B, front bi-amp or surround
back speaker.)

The Pre Out Setting (page 39)

(When front height or surround back speakers are
connected using an additional amplifier.)

The Input Assign menu (page 39)

(When using connections other than the recommended
connections.)

Using the Audio Return Channel function (page 41)

(When the connected TV supports the HDMI Audio
Return Channel function.)

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Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to set up

your system

• Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)
(page 19)

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Playing a source (page 21)

• Playing an iPod (page 22)

• Playing a USB device (page 23)

• Playback with NETWORK feature (page 23)

• Listening to the radio (page 29)

• Choosing the listening mode (page 31)

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Adjusting the sound as desired

• Using the Sound Retriever (page 33)

• Setting the Up Mix function (page 33)

• Setting the Audio options (page 33)

• Manual speaker setup (page 36)

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Controls and displays

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Chapter 1:

Controls and displays

Remote control

STANDBY/ON

1

D AUX A AUX

iPod USB

NETWORK

TUNER BD DVD

2

CD

RECEIVER

3

SLEEP SP-AB

4

TOP

MENU

5

6

iPod
CTRL

HOME MENU

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PRESET

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ADAPTER

STB GAME

PORTABLE

TV

DIMMER

ENTER

PTY

RECEIVER

ECO

S.RTRV

AUTO /
DIRECT

ALC

STANDARD

ADV

SURR

SOUND

WING

DISP

AUDIO

STATUS

MENU

TOOLS

RETURN

BAND MUTE

TUNE

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VOL

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9

10

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 STANDBY/ON

Switches the receiver between standby and on.

2 Input function buttons

Use to select the input source to this receiver (page 21). This
will enable you to control other Pioneer components with the
remote control.

• Switch to one of the underlined devices to use the remote
control to operate that device. As for operating other
devices, the remote control codes for the Pioneer
products are preset. The settings cannot be changed.

3

RECEIVER

Switches the remote to control the receiver. Also use this
button to set up surround sound (page 36) or Audio
parameters (page 33).

4 Receiver control buttons

RECEIVER

Press first to access:

SLEEP – Press to change the amount of time before the
receiver switches into standby (30 min – 60 min – 90 min
– Off). You can check the remaining sleep time at any
time by pressing SLEEP once.

SP-AB – See Switching the speaker terminal on page 12.
DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display. The brightness

can be controlled in four steps.
STATUS – Switches the display of this unit.

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The Pre Out setting and Up Mix function settings can be
checked depending on the input selected.

Press TUNER first to access:

DISP – Press to display the preset name (page 29).

Press BD or DVD first to access:

AUDIO – Press to change the audio stream/channel of
Blu-ray Disc/DVD.

DISP – Press to display information of a Blu-ray Disc/DVD.

5 Receiver and component control buttons

The following button controls can be accessed after you have
selected the corresponding input function button (BD, DVD,
etc.).

RECEIVER

Press first to access:

TOOLS – Use to access the Audio options (page 33).
HOME MENU – Press to access the Home Menu

(page 36).

RETURN – Confirm and exit the current menu screen.

Press TUNER first to access:

TOOLS – Memorizes stations for recall, also used to
change the name (page 29).

Press BD or DVD first to access:

TOP MENU – Displays the disc ‘top’ menu of a Blu-ray
Disc/DVD.

HOME MENU – Displays the HOME MENU screen.
RETURN – Confirm and exit the current menu screen.
MENU – Displays the TOOLS menu of Blu-ray Disc player.

Press iPod USB first to access:

iPod CTRL – Switches between the iPod controls and the

receiver controls (page 22).

6

///

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound
system (page 36). Also used to control Blu-ray Disc/DVD
menus/options.

7 Component control buttons

The main buttons (, , etc.) are used to control a
component after you have selected it using the input function
buttons.
The controls above these buttons can be accessed after you
have selected the corresponding input function button (BD,
DVD and CD). These buttons also function as described
below.

, ENTER

Press TUNER first to access:

PTY – Use to search for RDS program types (page 30).
BAND – Switches between AM, FM ST (stereo) and FM

MONO radio bands (page 29).

TUNE +/– – Use to find radio frequencies.
PRESET +/– – Use to select preset radio stations.

8ECO

Press to select Ecology mode (page 32).

9S.RTRV

Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio
sources (page 33).

10 Listening mode buttons

AUTO/DIRECT – Switches between Auto surround mode

(page 31) and Stream Direct playback (page 32).

Controls and displays

CAUTION

30°

7 m

30°

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ALC/STANDARD – Press for standard decoding and to
switch between the modes of 2 Pro Logic II, 2 Pro
Logic IIx, 2 Pro Logic IIz and NEO:6, and the Auto level
control stereo mode (page 31).

ADV SURR – Switches between the various surround
modes (page 32).

SOUND WING – Press to select Sound wing mode
(page 31).

11 VOL +/–

Use to set the listening volume.

12 MUTE

Mutes/unmutes the sound.

Loading the batteries

The batteries included with the unit are to check initial
operations; they may not last over a long period. We
recommend using alkaline batteries that have a longer life.

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

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Never use new and old batteries together.

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Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly
according to the marks in the battery case.

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Batteries with the same shape may have different
voltages. Do not use different batteries together.

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

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Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other
excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a
heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat,
explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or
performance of batteries.

Operating range of remote control

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.

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Controls and displays

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01

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Front panel

STANDBY/ON

PORTABLE /

MCACC

SETUP MICPHONES

1 2 3 4 567810119

1

 STANDBY/ON

2 PHONES jack

Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are
connected, there is no sound output from the speakers. The
listening mode when the sound is heard from the headphone
can be selected only from PHONES SURR, STEREO or

STEREO ALC mode (S.R AIR mode can be also selected with
ADAPTER input).

3 PORTABLE/MCACC SETUP MIC jack

Use to connect an auxiliary component using a stereo mini­jack cable (page 18) or connect a microphone when
performing Auto MCACC setup (page 19).

4 Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating
range of remote control on page 7).

5 Character display

See Display below.

6 MCACC indicator

Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 34) is on
(Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to on after the
Auto MCACC setup (page 19)).

7 HDMI indicator

Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component;
lights when the component is connected (page 14).

8 INPUT SELECTOR

Selects an input source (page 21).

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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI- CHANNEL RECEIVER

INPUT SELECTOR

MCACC

iPod iPhone

DIRECT CONTROL

HDMI

iPod iPhone
USB

5 V 1 A

9 iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL

Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod
operations on the iPod (page 22).

10 iPod iPhone USB terminal

Use to connect your Apple iPod or USB mass storage device
as an audio source (page 17).

VSX

-S500

MASTER
VOLUME

11 MASTER VOLUME dial

Display

12 Dolby Digital indicators

2 D – Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is
detected.

2TrueHD – Lights when a source with Dolby TrueHD
encoded audio signals is detected.

2 D+ – Lights when a source with Dolby Digital Plus
encoded audio signals is detected.

EX – Lights to indicate Dolby Digital EX decoding.
PLII(x/z) – Lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II/2 Pro Logic

IIx or 2 Pro Logic IIz decoding (see Listening in surround
sound on page 31 for more on this).

13 DTS indicators

DTS – Lights when a source with DTS encoded audio

signals is detected.
HD – Lights when a source with DTS-EXPRESS or DTS-

HD encoded audio signals is detected.

ES – Lights to indicate DTS-ES decoding.

96/24 – Lights when a source with DTS 96/24 encoded

audio signals is detected.

14 Listening mode indicators

AT – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched

on (page 31).
DIR – Lights when the DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode is

switched on (page 32).

15 Audio signal indicators

D – Lights when a digital audio input is selected. Blinks

when a digital audio input is selected and selected audio
input is not provided.

HDMI – Lights when an HDMI input is selected. Blinks
when an HDMI input is selected and selected HDMI
signal is not provided.

16 iPod indicators

– Lights during repeat play.
– Lights during shuffle play.

17 Sleep timer ( ) indicator

Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 6).

18 Character display

Displays various system information, the preset number of
the tuner or the input signal type, etc.

Connecting your equipment

Important

Important

Main zone

Speaker B

SL

L

R

SR

SW

Front Bi-Amp

Surround back speaker

Front height speakers

Surround back speakers

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Chapter 2:

Connecting your
equipment

Determining the speakers’ application

This unit permits you to build various surround systems, in
accordance with the number of speakers you have.

• Be sure to connect speakers to the front left and right

channels (L and R).

Choose one from Plans [A] to [D] below.

• The Speaker System setting must be made if you use any

of the connections shown below other than [A] (see
Speaker System on page 36).

• The Pioneer S-SLW500 passive subwoofer can only be

connected using plans [A] and [B]. When connecting
speakers using Plans [C] or [D], be sure to use a model
with a built-in amp and connect to the PREOUT
SUBWOOFER terminal.

[A] 5.1 channel surround system

*Default setting

• Speaker System setting: Normal

R

L

SW

C

SL

A 5.1 ch surround system connects the left and right front
speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right
surround speakers (SL/SR), and the subwoofer (SW).

SR

[B] 3.1 channel surround system & Speaker B
connection

• Speaker System setting: Speaker B

R

L

With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 3.1­channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo
playback of the same sound on the B speakers.

• When using the B speakers, main zone sound will only be
output from the front speakers, the center speaker and
the subwoofer.

• Speaker B does not allow for subwoofer connection.
Please use full-range speakers.

[C] 4.1 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping
connection (High quality surround)

• Speaker System setting: Bi-Amp

Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound
quality with 4.1-channel surround sound.

• When using the Front Bi-amping connection, sound will
only be output from the front speakers, the surround
speakers and the subwoofer.

[D] 6.1 channel surround system (Surround Back)

• Speaker System setting: SB Single

R

L

SW

C

SR

SB

SL

Adding a surround back (SB) speaker to Plan [A] improves
the surround-sound effect from the rear. When connecting a
subwoofer in this way, please make sure to use one with a
built-in amp.

Add surround back or front height speakers

Adding surround back speakers (SBL/SBR) or front height
speakers (FHL/FHR) to Plans [A] or [C] enables playback at
up to 7.1 ch (plan [C] allows for up to 6.1 ch only).

R

L

SW

C

SL

SBL

• To connect the surround back or front height
speakers, an additional amplifier is required. Connect
the additional amplifier to the PRE OUT SURR BACK/
FRONT HEIGHT outputs of this unit and connect the

surround back or front height speakers to the additional
amplifier (see Connect the surround back or front height
speakers on page 12).

SR

SBR

FHL

L

FHR

R

SW

C

SL

SR

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Important

CAUTION

CAUTION

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Some tips for improving sound quality

• Speakers such as S-HV500-LR and S-HV600B may have
specific installation methods. For more details, refer to
the operating instructions supplied with speaker.

Where you put your speakers in the room has a big effect on
the quality of the sound. The following guidelines should help
you to get the best sound from your system.

• It is best to angle the speakers towards the listening
position. The angle depends on the size of the room. Use
less of an angle for bigger rooms.

• Refer to the chart below for placement of speakers you
intend to connect.

SW

FHL

L

30 30

120 120

SL

-

Place the surround speakers at 120º from the center. If
you, (1) use the surround back speaker, and, (2) don’t
use the front height speakers, we recommend placing
the surround speaker right beside you.

-

If you intend to connect only one surround back
speakers, place it directly behind you.

-

If the surround speakers cannot be set directly to the
side of the listening position with a 7.1-channel system,
the surround effect can be enhanced by turning off the
Up Mix function (see Setting the Up Mix function on
page 33).

• For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to
3 m apart, at equal distance from the TV.

• If you’re using a center speaker, place the front speakers
at a wider angle. If not, place them at a narrower angle.

SBL

60

SB

FHR

C

R

SR

SBR

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• Place the center speaker above or below the TV so that the
sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen.
Also, make sure the center speaker does not cross the
line formed by the leading edge of the front left and right
speakers.

• Surround and surround back speakers should be
positioned 60 cm to 90 cm higher than your ears and
titled slight downward. Make sure the speakers don’t face
each other. For DVD-Audio, the speakers should be more
directly behind the listener than for home theater
playback.

• Try not to place the surround speakers farther away from
the listening position than the front and center speakers.
Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect.

• Place the left and right front height speakers at least one
meter directly above the left and right front speakers.

• If you’re going to place speakers around your CRT TV, use
shielded speakers or place the speakers at a sufficient
distance from your CRT TV.

• The subwoofer can be placed on the floor. Ideally, the
other speakers should be at about ear-level when you’re
listening to them. Putting the speakers on the floor
(except the subwoofer), or mounting them very high on a
wall is not recommended.

• When not connecting a subwoofer, connect speakers
with low frequency reproduction capabilities to the front
channel. (The subwoofer’s low frequency component is
played from the front speakers, so the speakers could be
damaged.)

• After connecting, be sure to conduct the Auto

MCACC (speaker environment setting) procedure.

See Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)
on page 19.

• Make sure that all speakers are securely installed. This
not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk
of damage or injury resulting from speakers being
knocked over or falling in the event of external shocks
such as earthquakes.

Connecting the speakers

The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front
speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is
recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround
sound.

Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right
(R) terminal and the speaker on the left to the left (L) terminal.
Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on
the receiver match those on the speakers.

You can use speakers with a normal impedance between 4 Ω
and 16 Ω.

Be su re t o c om plete all connections before connecting this unit
to the AC power source.

• These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE
voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when

connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables,
disconnect the power cord before touching any
uninsulated parts.

• Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted
together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If
any of the bare speaker wire touches the back panel it
may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.

• Do not allow the speaker cable core to come into contact
with the receiver body.

-

If the speaker cable core comes into contact with any
metal portion of the receiver’s body, it may damage the
speakers and cause smoke and fire.
Insert speaker cables securely into the terminals and
check that the cable does not come out of easily.

Connecting your equipment

Important

E

M

Center

Right

Front right

Surround back or front height

channel amplifier

Front left

Powered

Subwoofer

Left

Right

Left

Surround back or front
height speakers

(Plan [A] or [D] only)

Plan [A] or [B]:

Passive subwoofer
(S-SLW500)

Plan [D]:

Surround back
speaker (single)

Plan [A] or [D]: Surround speakers
Plan [B]: B-Speakers

E

M

Bi-amp compatible speaker

Front right

Front left

Surround back or front

height channel amplifier

Powered

Subwoofer

Surround right

Surround left

10 mm

Standard surround connection (Plan [A], [B] or [D]) Front Bi-Amp connection (Plan [C])

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OUT

ME IN

(

ANALOG

ANALOG

)

AUX

AUX

ONITOR

IN

OUT

RL

ANALOG

AUDIO IN

COAXIAL

CD IN

TV IN

R

PRE OUT

DIGITAL AUX IN

AUDIO

L
(

)

Single

SUBWOOFER

SURR BACK/
FRONT HEIGHT

OPTICAL

FRONT

A

RL

SPEAKER R SPEAKER L

CENTER

R Bi-Amp L

SUBWOOFER/

SURR BACK

SPEAKERS

SURROUND /

RL

B

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

High

Low

SURROUND /

RL

B

ME IN

(

ANALOG

AUX

ONITOR

OUT

High

Low

OUT

COAXIAL

CD IN

TV IN

R

PRE OUT

AUDIO

L
(

Single

SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL AUX IN

)

SURR BACK/

ANALOG

)

FRONT HEIGHT

AUX

IN

OPTICAL

FRONT

A

RL

CENTER

R Bi-Amp L

SUBWOOFER/

SURR BACK

SPEAKERS

Bare wire connections

1

Twist exposed wire strands together.

2

Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire.

3

Tighten terminal.

12 3

• SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER terminals are Pioneer’s passive subwoofer S-SLW500
connection terminals. If using another model of subwoofer, be sure to use a model with
built-in amp and connect to the PREOUT SUBWOOFER terminal.

• Please connect either passive or powered subwoofers, as connecting both makes it
impossible to achieve the correct sound effect.

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Note

Important

Note

Note

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Connect the surround back or front height speakers

Connect the PRE OUT SURR BACK/FRONT HEIGHT outputs
of the unit and additional amplifier to add a surround back or
front height speaker.

• The Pre Out setting must be set if the above connections

are performed. Select Surr.Back if the surround back
speaker is connected and Height if the front height
speaker is connected (If neither the surround back
speaker nor the front height speaker is connected, either
setting will suffice) (see The Pre Out Setting on page 39).

• You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back
channel pre-outs for a single speaker as well. In this case
plug the amplifier into the left (L (Single)) terminal only.

Switching the speaker terminal

Three speaker system settings are possible.



Use SP-AB button to select a speaker terminal setting.

Press repeatedly to choose a speaker terminal option:

• SP:A ON – Sound is output from the speakers connected
to the A-speaker terminals and PRE OUT SURR BACK/
FRONT HEIGHT (multichannel playback is possible).

•

SP:B ON

– Sound is output from the two speakers connected

to the B-speaker terminals (only stereo playback is possible).

• SP:A+B ON – Sound is output from the A-speaker
terminals, the two speakers in the B-speaker terminals,
and the subwoofer. Multichannel sources are downmixed
only when the STEREO or STEREO ALC mode is selected
for stereo output from A- and B-speaker terminals.

• SP: OFF – No sound is output from the speakers.

• SP:B ON and SP:A+B ON can only be selected when the
Speaker System is set to Speaker B (see Speaker System
on page 36).

• The subwoofer output depends on the settings you made
in Speaker Setting on page 37. However, if SP:B ON is
selected above, no sound is heard from the subwoofer
(the LFE channel is not downmixed).

• All speaker terminals are switched off when headphones
are connected.

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Making cable connections

Make sure not to bend the cables over the top of this unit (as
shown in the illustration). If this happens, the magnetic field
produced by the transformers in this unit may cause a
humming noise from the speakers.

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

• Before unplugging the power cord, switch the power into
standby.

HDMI cables

Both video and sound signals can be transmitted
simultaneously with one cable. If connecti ng the player and the
TV via this receiver, for both connections, use HDMI cables.

HDMI

Be careful to connect the terminal in the proper direction.

• Set the HDMI parameter in Setting the Audio options on
page 33 to THROUGH, if you want to hear HDMI audio
output from your TV (no sound will be heard from this
receiver).

• If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try
adjusting the resolution settings on your component or
display. Note that some components (such as video game
units) have resolutions that may not be displayed. In this
case, use a (analog) composite connection.

• When the video signal from the HDMI is 480i, 480p, 576i
or 576p, Multi Ch PCM sound and HD sound cannot be
received.

About HDMI

The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed digital video,
as well as almost every kind of digital audio that the
connected component is compatible with, including DVD­Video, DVD-Audio, SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,
DTS-HD Master Audio (see below for limitations), Video CD/
Super VCD and CD.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI

This receiver supports the functions described below through
HDMI connections.

• Digital transfer of uncompressed video (contents
protected by HDCP (1080p/24, 1080p/60, etc.))

• 3D signal transfer

• Deep Color signal transfer

• x.v.Color signal transfer

• Audio Return Channel

• Input of multi-channel linear PCM digital audio signals
(192 kHz or less) for up to 8 channels

• Input of the following digital audio formats:
– Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, High bitrate
audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio), DVD­Audio, CD, SACD (DSD 2 ch only), Video CD, Super VCD

• Synchronized operation with components using the

Control with HDMI function (see Control with HDMI
function on page 41)

• Use a High Speed HDMI® cable. If HDMI cable other than
a High Speed HDMI
properly.

• When an HDMI cable with a built-in equalizer is
connected, it may not operate properly.

• 3D, Deep Color, x.v.Color signal transfer and Audio
Return Channel are only possible when connected to a
compatible component.

• HDMI format digital audio transmissions require a longer
time to be recognized. Due to this, interruption in the
audio may occur when switching between audio formats
or beginning playback.

®

) technology.

®

cable is used, it may not work

Connecting your equipment

Note

Note

A

White (Left)

Red (Right)

Coaxial digital

audio cable

Optical cable

VIDEO

Yellow

This item incorporates copy protection technology that is
protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and
disassembly are prohibited.

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• Turning on/off the device connected to this unit’s HDMI
OUT terminal during playback, or disconnecting/
connecting the HDMI cable during playback, may cause
noise or interrupted audio.

HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries.

“x.v.Color” and are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.

Analog audio cables

Use stereo RCA phono cables to connect analog audio
components. These cables are typically red and white, and
you should connect the red plugs to R (right) terminals and
white plugs to L (left) terminals.

UDIO

L

R

Digital audio cables

Commercially available coaxial digital audio cables or optical
cables should be used to connect digital components to this
receiver.

COAXIAL

IN

• When connecting optical cables, be careful when
inserting the plug not to damage the shutter protecting
the optical socket.

• When storing optical cable, coil loosely. The cable may be
damaged if bent around sharp corners.

• You can also use a standard RCA video cable for coaxial
digital connections.

OPTICAL

IN

Standard RCA video cables

These cables are the most common type of video connection
and are used to connect to the composite video terminals.
The yellow plugs distinguish them from cables for audio.

About the video converter

The video converter ensures that all video sources are output
from HDMI OUT terminal. The only exception is HDMI: since
this resolution cannot be downsampled, you must connect
your monitor/TV to the receiver’s HDMI video outputs when
connecting this video source.

• If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try
adjusting the resolution settings on your component or
di sp la y. Not e t ha t s ome co mp on en ts ( su ch as vid eo ga me
units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this
case, try switching Video Converter OFF (see Video
Converter on page 39).

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HDMI/DVI-compatible TV

HDMI/DVI-compatible components

If the TV does not support the
HDMI Audio Return Channel
function, this connection is
required to listen to the TV sound
over the receiver.

Set-top box

DVD player,

HDD/DVD recorder

Blu-ray Disc player,

Blu-ray Disc recorder

Game console

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Connecting a TV and playback components

Connecting using HDMI

If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray Disc player, etc.), you
can connect it to this receiver using a commercially available HDMI cable.
If the TV and playback components support the Control with HDMI feature, the convenient
Control with HDMI functions can be used (see Control with HDMI function on page 41).

• The following connection/setting is required to listen to the sound of the TV over this
receiver.

-

If the TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, connect the receiver
and TV with audio cables (as shown).

-

If the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, the sound of the TV is input
to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In
this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 41).

FM
UNBAL
75

DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

(

LAN

10/100

)

)

STB IN GAME INBD/BDR IN

DVD/ DVR IN

(

OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX

ADAPTER PORT

HDMI

OUT

ANALOG

AUX

IN

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

CD IN

SURR BACK/
FRONT HEIGHT

L
(

Single

R

SUBWOOFER

PRE OUT

OPTICAL

AUDIO

)

TV IN

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUX IN

HDMI IN

(

ANALOG

VIDEO

)

AUX

ASSIGNABLE

IN

)

MONITOR

OUT

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HDMI OUT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT

Connecting your equipment

Note

Note

DVD player Select one

HDMI/DVI-compatible TV

If the TV does not support
the HDMI Audio Return
Channel function, this
connection is required to
listen to the TV sound over
the receiver.

Select one

TV

DVD player

This connection is required in order to
listen to the sound of the TV over the
receiver.

02

02

Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output

This diagram shows connections of a TV (with HDMI input)
and DVD player (or other playback component with no HDMI
output) to the receiver.

• The following connection/setting is required to listen to
the sound of the TV over this receiver.

-

If the TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return
Channel function, connect the receiver and TV with
audio cables (as shown).

-

If the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel
function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via
the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an
audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON
(see HDMI Setup on page 41).

• When using a digital cable for DVD player audio input,
change the Composite Input setting to CD (Coaxial) or
DIGITAL AUX (Optical) via the Input Assign menu (see
The Input Assign menu on page 39).

VIDEO OUT

R IN

HDMI

UT 5 V

MAX

TER PORT

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input

This diagram shows connections of a TV (with no HDMI
input) and DVD player (or other playback component) to the
receiver.

• When using a digital cable for DVD player audio input,

change the Composite Input setting to CD (Coaxial) or
DIGITAL AUX (Optical) via the Input Assign menu (see
The Input Assign menu on page 39).

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO IN

IN

(

ANALOG

AUX

MONITOR

OUT

)

OUT

ANALOG

AUX

IN

COAXIAL

CD IN

SURR BACK/
FRONT HEIGHT

L
(

Single

R

SUBWOOFER

PRE OUT

AUDIO

)

TV IN

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUX IN

STB IN GAME INBD/BDR IN

DVD/ DVR IN

HDMI

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.1 A MAX

ADAPTER PORT

VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

VIDEO OUT

RL

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

OPTICALCOAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

OUT

ANALOG

AUX

IN

RL

ANALOG

COAXIAL

CD IN

SURR BACK/
FRONT HEIGHT

L
(

Single

R

SUBWOOFER

PRE OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

TV IN

DIGITAL AUX IN

AUDIO

)

OPTICALCOAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

HDMI IN

GAME INBD/BDR IN

(

ANALOG

VIDEO

)

AUX

ASSIGNABLE

IN

)

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO OUT

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Connecting your equipment

Important

Note

A

Bluetooth® ADAPTER

WAN

321

LAN

to LAN port

LAN cable

(sold separately)

Router

Modem

Internet

Internet

Modem

Router

Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300)

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Connecting optional

When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. AS-BT100
or AS-BT200) is connected to this unit, a product equipped
with Bluetooth wireless technology (portable cell phone,
digital music player, etc.) can be used to listen to music
wirelessly.



Connect a

terminal on the rear panel.

• For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless

technology device, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER
and Bluetooth wireless technology device on page 27.

• Do not move the receiver with the Bluetooth ADAPTER

connected. Doing so could cause damage or faulty
contact.

FM
UNBAL
75

Bluetooth

DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

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Bluetooth® ADAPTER

ADAPTER to the ADAPTER PORT

(

)

STB IN GAME INBD/BDR IN

LAN

10/100

)

DVD/ DVR IN

(

0.1 A MAX

ADAPTER PORT

OUTPUT 5 V

HDMI

Connecting to the network through LAN interface

By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN
terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations. To listen to
Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP
(Internet Service Provider) beforehand.

When connected in this way, you can play audio files stored
on the components on the network, including your computer,
using NETWORK inputs.

(

)

STB IN

LAN

10/100

DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

FM
UNBAL
75

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

(

ANALOG

VIDEO

)

AUX

ASSIGNABLE

IN

)

MONITOR

OUT

Connect the LAN terminal on this receiver to the LAN
terminal on your router (with or without the built-in DHCP
server function) with a straight LAN cable (CAT 5 or higher).

Turn on the DHCP server function of your router. In case your
router does not have the built-in DHCP server function, it is
necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see
Network setup menu on page 25.

• Refer to the operation manual of the equipment you have
as the connected equipment and connection method
may differ depending on your Internet environment.

• When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract
with an Internet service provider is required. For more
details, contact your nearest Internet service provider.

Connecting to a wireless LAN

Wireless connection to the network is possible through a
wireless LAN connection. Use the separately sold AS-WL300
for connection.
For details, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless
LAN converter.

(

)

STB IN

LAN

10/100

DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

FM
UNBAL

RT

75

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

WAN

DC 5V WPS

Ethernet

Connecting your equipment

fig. a

fig. b

One-touch

PAL connector

75 Ω coaxial cable

Outdoor
antenna

5 m to 6 m

Indoor antenna

(vinyl-coated wire)

iPod

USB cable (for

iPod connection)

This receiver

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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).

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AM LOOP

ANTENNA

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1

Push open the tabs, then insert one wire fully into each
terminal, then release the tabs to secure the AM antenna
wires.

2

Fix the AM loop antenna to the attached stand.

To fix the stand to the antenna, bend in the direction
indicated by the arrow (fig. a) then clip the loop onto the
stand (fig. b).

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giving the best reception.

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socket.

For best results, extend the FM antenna fully and fix to a wall
or door frame. Don’t drape loosely or leave coiled up.

Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in a direction

Connect the FM wire antenna into the FM antenna

Using external antennas

To improve FM reception

Use a PAL connector (not supplied) to connect an external
FM antenna.

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ANTENNA

To improve AM reception

Connect a 5 m to 6 m 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.

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

Connecting an iPod

This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that will allow you
to control playback of audio content from your iPod using the
controls of this receiver.

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Switch the receiver into standby, and then use the USB
cable (for iPod connection) to connect your iPod to the iPod
iPhone USB terminal on the front panel of this receiver.

• For the cable connection, refer to also the operating
instructions for iPod.

• For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing an iPod
on page 22.

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

INPUT SELECTOR

MCACC

iPod iPhone

DIRECT CONTROL

HDMI

iPod iPhone

5 V 1 A

USB

Music

Genius >

Playlists
Artists
Albums
Songs
Radio
Genres
Composers
Audiobooks

VSX

-S500

MASTER
VOLUME

MENU

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