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HTD88DVD
DVD/CD Receiver
XV-DV88
Speaker System
S-DV88

HTD8DVD
DVD/CD Receiver
XV-DV8
Speaker System
S-DV8

Operating Instructions

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Location: Rear of the unit

IMPORTANT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, CAUTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC triangle is intended to alert the user to the
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR presence of important operating and
"dangerous voltage" within the product's BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
enclosure that may be of sufficient INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED literature accompanying the appliance.
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric SERVICE PERSONNEL.
shock to persons.
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WARNING CAUTION
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE
or shock hazard, do not place any container filed voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables,
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain disconnect the power cord before touching any
or moisture. D3-4-2-1-3_A_En uninsulated parts. D3-4-2-2-3_A_En

WARNING Operating Environment

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked Operating environment temperature and humidity:
flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the +5 ºC to +35 ºC (+41 ºF to +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH
equipment. D3-4-2-1-7a_A_En (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) D3-4-2-1-7c_A_En

VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat
radiation (at least 15 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and
10 cm at each side). CAUTION
WARNING The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for completely shut off all power from the AC outlet.
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect
product, and to protect it from overheating. To device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from
prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore,
blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, make sure the unit has been installed so that the
table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC
equipment on thick carpet or a bed. D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En
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
10 cm or more (for example, when on vacation). D3-4-2-2-2a_A_En

15 cm or more
DIRECT PLAY FM/AM/ST.

1 2 3 4 5 DVD/CD TUNER TV/L1/L2 DISC SKIP EXCHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

STANDBY/ON

PHONES
VOLUME
DISC
1 2 3 4 5 CD MODE TIMER

DOWN UP

Rear: 10 cm or more

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CAUTION
This product is a class 1 laser product, but this
product contains a laser diode higher than Class 1.
To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers CLASS 1
or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
LASER PRODUCT
The following caution label appears on your unit.
Location: rear of the unit

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This product is for general household purposes. Any WARNING

failure due to use for other than household purposes Before plugging in for the first time, read the following
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a section carefully.
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which The voltage of the available power supply differs
requires repair will be charged for even during the according to country or region. Be sure that the
warranty period. K041_En 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. D3-4-2-1-4_A_En

The following does not apply to the Asian and Oceanic models:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. D8-10-1-2_En

Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate
the equipment. D8-10-2_En

CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD. D6-8-2-1_En

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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC Voltage selector
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed [Excluding Taiwan model]
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and You can find the voltage selector switch on the rear
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of panel of multi-voltage models.
this unit should be performed only by qualified The factory setting for the voltage selector is 220–
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the 230 V. Please set it to the correct voltage for your
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make country or region.
sure it is properly disposed of after removal. • Saudi Arabia operates on 127 V and 220 V mains
The equipment should be disconnected by removing voltage. Please set to the correct voltage before using.
the mains plug from the wall socket when left
unused for a long period of time (for example, when For Australian and New Zealand models:
on vacation). D3-4-2-2-1a_A_En The factory setting for the voltage selector is 240 V.
Please set it to the correct voltage for your country
or region.
Before changing the voltage, disconnect the AC power
Energy-saving design cord. Use a medium size screwdriver to change the
This system is designed to use 0.5 W of voltage selector switch.
electricity when power is switched to
standby.
VOLTAGE VOLTAGE
SELECTOR 120- SELECTOR 120-
127V 127V
220- 220-
230V 230V
240V 240V
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims
of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of For Australian and
this copyright protection technology must be New Zealand models only
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing D3-4-2-1-5_En

uses only unless otherwise authorized by

Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.

For U.S. and Australia Model

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your model
properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future
reference.

Contents
01 Before you start Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 04 Getting started
Putting the batteries in the remote control . . 7 Switching on and setting up . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Disc / content format playback Using the Room Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Setting up the remote to control your TV . . 28
CD-R/RW compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using the on-screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . 29
DVD-R/RW compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
PC-created disc compatibility . . . . . . . . . . 9 Basic playback controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Compressed audio compatibility . . . . . . . . 9 Resume and Last Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
About WMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Changing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
JPEG file compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 DVD-Video disc menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus . . . . . . . 34
02 Connecting up Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Improving poor FM reception . . . . . . . . . 35
Attaching the non-skid pads for front, center Memorizing stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
and surround speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Placing the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Listening to other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Wall-mounting the center and surround Singing karaoke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connecting to your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 05 Listening to your system
Connecting using the S-video output . . . . 14 About the listening modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Connecting using the component video Auto listening mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Listening to TV audio through this system . .16 Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings . . . . . . 38
Using this unit with a Pioneer plasma display . .16 Using the Advanced Surround effects . . . . 39
Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer Using Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
plasma display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Adjusting the Advanced and Front
Connecting the supplied antennas . . . . . . . 18 Surround effect level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Assembling the loop antenna . . . . . . . . . 18 Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
AM loop antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Listening with headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
FM wire antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Enhancing dialogue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Connecting the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Listening with a virtual surround back
speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
03 Controls and displays Using Quiet and Midnight listening
Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Adjusting the bass and treble . . . . . . . . . . 42

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Boosting the bass level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 11 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . 63
06 Playing discs Video Output settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Playing only CDs and WMA/MP3 discs (CD
Language settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Display settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Scanning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . . . 44 Parental Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Using the Disc Navigator to browse the
contents of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
12 Additional information
Optional system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Looping a section of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
System Setup menu options in standby . .67
Using repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Watching NTSC on a PAL TV (MOD. PAL) . .68
Using random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Resetting the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Creating and editing a DVD program list . . 47
Using and taking care of discs . . . . . . . . . . 69
Creating and editing a non-DVD program
Titles, chapters and tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
DVD Video regions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Other functions available from the
Handling discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
program menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Storing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Searching a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Discs to avoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Switching subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Proper installation and maintenance of this
Switching DVD audio language . . . . . . . . . 51
system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Switching audio channels when playing
Hints on installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
a Video CD/Super VCD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Cleaning the pickup lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Zooming the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Problems with condensation . . . . . . . . . . 71
Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Moving the system unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Displaying disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Power cord caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
07 Viewing JPEG discs Connecting external antennas. . . . . . . . . . . 71
Playing a JPEG slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Connecting auxiliary components . . . . . . . . 72
Using the JPEG Disc Navigator and Photo Recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Zooming the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
DVD/CD/Video CD/Super VCD player . . . .75
08 Using the timer WMA/MP3/JPEG discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Setting the wake-up timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Turning the wake-up timer on/off . . . . . . . 56 Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Screen sizes and disc formats. . . . . . . . . . . 78
Widescreen TV users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
09 Surround sound and other settings Standard TV users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Using the System Setup menu . . . . . . . . . 58 Selecting languages using the language
Surround and sound setup options . . . . . 58 code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
SR+ control options for Pioneer plasma Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Country code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Setting the channel levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Preset code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
10 Video Adjust menu Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Video Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Creating your own presets . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Before you start 01

Chapter 1
Before you start
Features What’s in the box
Please confirm that the following accessories
• 24-bit / 96 kHz compatible DAC
are in the main system box when you open it.
This system is fully compatible with high
sampling-rate discs, capable of delivering • Remote control
exceptional sound quality in terms of dynamic • AA/R6P dry cell batteries (HTD88DVD
range, low-level resolution and high-frequency model – to confirm system operation) x2
detail. • Video cable (yellow plugs)
• Surround sound entertainment with • AM loop antenna
Dolby Digital and DTS software • FM wire antenna
The built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoders let
you enjoy great surround sound with Dolby • Power cord
Digital and DTS discs. (Central and South American model x2)
• Power plug adapter (Central and South
• Pure Cinema progressive scan video
American model, PX model)
When connected to a progressive scan-
compatible TV or monitor using the • These operating instructions
component video outputs, you can enjoy • Warranty card (Australian and PX model only)
extremely stable, flicker free images, with the Please confirm that the following accessories
same frame refresh rate as the original movie. are in the speaker box when you open it.
• Super VCD compatibility • Speaker cables x6 (HTD8DVD model only)
See Disc / content format playback compatibility • Non-skid pads for speakers
on page 8.
(HTD8DVD model – 2 sheets)
• Picture zoom
(HTD88DVD model – 1 sheet)
See Zooming the screen on page 51.
• MP3 and WMA compatibility
See Compressed audio compatibility on page 9. Putting the batteries in the
• JPEG compatibility
remote control
See JPEG file compatibility on page 9. • Open the battery compartment cover
• Graphical on-screen displays and insert the batteries as shown.
Setting up and using your DVD home theater Use two AA/R6P batteries and follow the
system is made easy using the graphical on- indications (
, ) inside the compartment.
screen displays. Close the cover when you’re finished.

• Energy saving design

This system is designed to use 0.5 W of power
when in standby.

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01 Before you start

Disc / content format playback

compatibility
Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards
This player is compatible with a wide range of
such as leakage and bursting. Please observe
disc types (media) and formats. Playable discs
the following:
will generally feature one of the following logos
• Don’t mix new and old batteries together. on the disc and/or disc packaging. Note
• Don’t use different kinds of battery however that some disc types, such as record-
together—although they may look similar, able CD and DVD, may be in an unplayable
different batteries may have different volt- format—see below for further compatibility
ages. information.
• Make sure that the plus and minus ends of
each battery match the indications in the
battery compartment.
DVD-Video DVD-R DVD-RW
• Remove batteries from equipment that
isn’t going to be used for a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please
comply with governmental regulations or
environmental public instruction’s rules Audio CD Video CD CD-R CD-RW
that apply in your country or area.
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Using the remote control Fujicolor CD

Keep in mind the following when using the
remote control: • KODAK Picture CD
• Make sure that there are no obstacles • is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co. Ltd.
between the remote and the remote sensor
on the system unit. This player supports the IEC’s Super VCD stan-
dard for superior picture quality, dual
• The remote has a range of about soundtracks, and widescreen support.
7 m at an angle of less than 30º.
• Remote operation may become unreliable
if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is VIDEO
CD
shining on the system unit’s remote
sensor. Super Video CD (Super VCD)

• Remote controllers for different devices

can interfere with each other. Avoid using CD-R/RW compatibility
remotes for other equipment located close • This system will play CD-R and CD-RW
to this system. discs recorded in CD Audio or Video CD/
• Replace the batteries when you notice a Super VCD format, or as a CD-ROM
fall off in the operating range of the remote. containing MP3, WMA or JPEG files.
However, any other content may cause the
disc not to play, or create noise/distortion
in the output.

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Before you start 01

• This system cannot record CD-R or CD-RW • DRM (Digital Rights Management)
discs. compatible: Yes (DRM-protected audio
• Unfinalized CD-R/RW discs recorded as files will not play in this player). See also
CD Audio can be played, but the full Table DRM in the Glossary on page 81.
of Contents (playing time, etc.) will not be • File extensions: .mp3, .wma (these must be
displayed. used for the player to recognize MP3 and
WMA files – do not use for other file types)
DVD-R/RW compatibility • File structure: Up to 999 files per folder
• Compatible formats: DVD-Video, Video
Recording (VR)* About WMA
* Edit points may not play exactly as edited;
screen may go momentarily blank at edited
points.
• Unfinalized playback: No
• WMA/MP3/JPEG file playback on DVD-R/
RW: No
The Windows Media® logo printed on the box
indicates that this player can playback
PC-created disc compatibility Windows Media Audio content.
Discs recorded using a personal computer
WMA is an acronym for Windows Media Audio
may not be playable in this unit due to the
and refers to an audio compression technology
setting of the application software used to
developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA
create the disc. In these particular instances,
content can be encoded by using Windows
check with the software publisher for more
detailed information. Media® Player version 7, 7.1, Windows Media®
Discs recorded in packet write mode (UDF Player for Windows® XP, or Windows Media®
format) are not compatible with this player. Player 9 Series.
Check the DVD-R/RW or CD-R/RW software Microsoft, Windows Media, and the Windows
disc boxes for additional compatibility logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of
information. Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.

Compressed audio compatibility

• Compatible formats: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 JPEG file compatibility
(MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA) • Compatible formats: Baseline JPEG and
EXIF 2.1* still image files up to 8 mega-
• Sampling rates: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz pixels are supported (maximum resolution
• Bit-rates: Any (128 kbps or higher recom- is 5120 pixels x 5120 pixels).
mended) *File format used by digital still cameras
• VBR (variable bit rate) MP3 playback: Yes • File extensions: .jpg (must be used for the
• VBR WMA playback: No player to recognize JPEG files – do not use
for other file types)
• WMA lossless encoding compatible: No
• File structure: Up to 999 files per folder

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02 Connecting up

Chapter 2
Connecting up
Connecting the speakers

• Before making or changing any rear panel connections, make sure that all the components
are switched off and unplugged from the power supply.

Surround right XV-DV88 / XV-DV8 Surround left

VIDEO IN
OUT
CONTROL
S-VIDEO
Y OUT
VIDEO

SPEAKERS FRONT SUB SURROUND

WOOFER CENTER
R L R L
AUDIO
OUT IN
Gray COAXIAL IN Blue
L
LINE 2
R
LINE 1

Subwoofer

Front right Front left

Center

Green

Purple
Red White

Connect each speaker using the color-coded speaker cable. Match them to the colored labels
above the speaker terminals.
HTD88DVD model – Speaker cables on the HTD88DVD model are factory connected directly to the
speakers, so there is no need for the user to connect them to speaker terminals.

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Connecting up 02

3 HTD8DVD model only – Connect to the

speaker terminals on the rear of the
• These speaker terminals can be under speakers in the same way.
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE. When you
connect or disconnect the speaker cables,
to prevent the risk of electric shock, do not
touch uninsulated parts before
disconnecting the power cord.
• Do not connect any of the supplied
speakers to any other amplifier. This may
result in malfunction or fire. Attaching the non-skid pads for
This system has been designed for best
performance when connected to the
front, center and surround speakers
supplied speakers. We do not, therefore, Remove the supplied non-skid pads from their
recommend that you connect and use paper backing, and apply them to the four
other speakers with this system. corners of the bottom surface of each speaker.

1 Twist and pull off the protective shields

on each wire. Placing the speakers
Depending on the size and characteristics of
your room, you can choose to place your
speakers in one of two ways using this system:
• Standard surround 5-spot setup – This is
a standard multichannel surround sound
2 Connect to the speaker terminals on the speaker setup for optimal 5.1 channel
rear of the system unit. home theatre sound.
Match the colored wire with the color-coded
label (above the tabs), then insert the colored System Sub-
Front left unit Front right
wire into the red (+) tab and the other wire with woofer

the black (–) tab.

Center

Surround Surround
left right

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02 Connecting up

See About the listening modes on page 37 for

Front left Center Front right more on using the different listening modes
with each speaker setup.
Subwoofer 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
Listening position best sound from your system.
• The subwoofer can be placed on the floor.
Ideally, the other speakers should be at
Surround Surround about ear-level when you’re listening to
left right them. Putting the speakers on the floor
(except the subwoofer), or mounting them
• Front surround 3-spot setup – This setup very high on a wall is not recommended.
is ideal when rear surround speaker • For the best stereo effect, place the front
placement isn’t possible or you want to speakers 2 m to 3 m apart, at equal
avoid running long speaker cables in your distance from the TV.
listening area. Use this setup together with
• Install the center speaker above or below
the Front Surround modes to take
the TV so that the sound of the center
advantage of wall and ceiling reflections
channel is localized at the TV screen.
for a very realistic surround effect.
• When using a 5-spot setup, install the
Surround
left
Surround
right
surround speakers slightly above ear level,
System Sub- if possible.
Front unit woofer Front
left right

Center

• Make sure that all speakers are securely

installed (if you choose to install the center
speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure
it by suitable means). This not only
improves sound quality, but also reduces
the risk of damage or injury resulting from
speakers being knocked over or falling in
Center the event of external shocks such as
Front Front
earthquakes.
left right
Subwoofer
Surround Surround
left right

Listening position

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• The front, center and surround speakers • If you are unsure of the qualities and
supplied with this system are magnetically strength of the walls, consult a
shielded. However, placing them extremely professional for advice.
close to a television may result in color • Pioneer is not responsible for any
distortion on the screen. If this happens, accidents or damage that result from
move the speakers a little further away and improper installation.
switch off the television for 15 to 30
minutes.
• The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded Connecting to your TV
and so should not be placed near a TV or This system has three different kinds of video
monitor. output that you can use to connect up your TV.
Check the available inputs on your TV to see
which you can use.
Wall-mounting the center and
surround speaker system
(The HTD88DVD model supports wall mounting
of the surround speakers only) • Do not connect a VCR between this system
and your TV as DVD playback will be
Before mounting affected.
• Remember that the speaker system is
heavy and that its weight could cause the • Use the supplied video cable to connect
wood screws to work loose, or the wall the VIDEO OUT jack to a video input on
material to fail to support it, resulting in the your TV.
speaker falling. Make sure that the wall you
intend to mount the speakers on is strong
enough to support them. Do not mount on
plywood or soft surface walls.
• Mounting screws are not supplied. Use VIDEO
INPUT
screws that are suitable for the wall
material and that will support the weight of TV
the speaker.
HTD8DVD

VIDEO
5 mm OUT
IN
PR
COMPONENT CONTROL
VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO
10 mm PB Y OUT
VIDEO
5 mm
Wood screw

SPEAKERS FRONT SUB

WOOFER CENTER
R L
5 mm

10 mm
Protrusion: 5 mm to 7 mm

HTD88DVD

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02 Connecting up

Connecting using the component

video output
• Placing the system unit too close to your TV If your TV has component video inputs, you can
may cause interference, especially if you’re use these instead of the standard video output
using an indoor antenna. If you notice to connect this system to your TV. This should
interference, move the system unit away give you the best quality picture from the three
from the TV. types of video output available.
• Use a component video cable (not
Connecting using the S-video output supplied) to connect the COMPONENT
If your TV has an S-video input, you can use this VIDEO OUT to a set of component inputs
instead of the standard video output for a on your TV.
better quality picture.
• Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to
connect the S-VIDEO OUT to an S-video
input on your TV.
Line up the small triangle below the jack with COMPONENT
INPUT
the same mark on the plug before plugging in.
TV

S-VIDEO
INPUT

VIDEO IN
OUT
TV PR
COMPONENT CONTROL
VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO
PB Y OUT
VIDEO

SPEAKERS FRONT SUB

VIDEO R L WOOFER
IN
OUT
PR
COMPONENT CONTROL
VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO
PB Y OUT
VIDEO

SPEAKERS FRONT SUB

WOOFER CENTER
R L

• The component video output is switchable

between interlaced and progressive
formats. See Video Output settings on
page 63 and Watching progressive scan
video from the component video outputs
• The S-video output is switchable between
below for more on this.
S1 and S2 formats for compatibility with all
TVs. See Video Output settings on page 63
for more on this.

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Watching progressive scan video from Compatibility of this player with

the component video outputs progressive-scan and high-definition
Compared to interlace video, progressive scan TVs.
video effectively doubles the scanning rate of This player is compatible with progressive
the picture, resulting in a very stable, flicker- video Macro Vision System Copy Guard.
free image. Progressive scan video is available Consumers should note that not all high-
only from the component video output. There definition television sets are fully compatible
are a few things to keep in mind when with this product and may cause artifacts to be
switching the Component Out (page 63) displayed in the picture. In case of 525
setting to Progressive: progressive scan picture problems, it is
• When set to Progressive, there is no video recommended that the user switch the
output from the VIDEO OUT (composite) connection to the ‘standard definition’ output
and S (S-video) jacks. (Interlace). If there are questions regarding our
• If you want to display video on more than TV set compatibility with this model, please
one monitor simultaneously, make sure contact our customer service center.
the player is set to Interlace.
• If you connect a TV that is not compatible
with a progressive scan signal and switch
the setting to Progressive, you will not be
able to see any picture at all. In this case,
press  STANDBY/ON to put the system
in standby, then press and hold the front
panel  (stop) button for about 8 seconds
until the display shows Mem.Clr.?. Press
the front panel  or  button
so that the display shows Interlace?. Press
the front panel button to set to
interlace and switch the system back on.
When TV format is set to AUTO or NTSC:
• When set to Progressive, PAL and NTSC
discs are both output as progressive NTSC
video. See also TV format setting on
page 68.
• When set to Progressive, there is no video
output from the VIDEO and S-VIDEO
jacks. If you want to display video on more
than one monitor simultaneously, make
sure that it is set to Interlace. See also TV
format setting on page 68.
When TV format is set to PAL:
• Progressive cannot be selected. See also
TV format setting on page 68.

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02 Connecting up

Listening to TV audio through this Using this unit with a Pioneer

system plasma display
You can connect the audio output of your TV to If you have a Pioneer plasma display (This
this system so that broadcast TV sound is system is compatible with all Pioneer plasma
played through this system. displays from 2003 onward), you can use an
• Connect a stereo audio cable (not SR+ cable (see note below) to connect it to this
supplied) from the audio outputs of your unit and take advantage of various convenient
TV to the TV IN jacks on this system. features, such as automatic video input
switching of the plasma display when the input
is changed.

AUDIO
OUTPUT

TV
Pioneer plasma display
CONTROL

Media receiver OUT

VIDEO IN
OUT
PR
ANTENNA COMPONENT CONTROL
VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO
AM LOOP PB Y OUT
AUDIO ANTENNA VIDEO
OUT IN IN
COAXIAL IN
L L
FM
UNBAL
LINE 2 75
R R SPEAKERS
LINE 1 TV

• If you find that the TV audio is distorting • Use a 3-ringed miniplug SR+ cable to
when played through this system, you can connect the CONTROL IN jack of this unit
set the input attenuator to reduce the input through a media receiver to the CONTROL
signal level. See Optional system settings OUT jack of your plasma display.
on page 67 to do this. Before you can use the extra SR+ features, you
need to make a few settings in the unit. See
SR+ control options for Pioneer plasma displays
on page 59 for detailed instructions.

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Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer • The automatic volume muting feature is
plasma display enabled separately; see SR+ control
When connected using an SR+ cable, a options for Pioneer plasma displays on
number of features (such as automatic video page 59. (You can also use the System
input switching and volume muting on the Setup menu to switch the SR+ mode of
plasma display) become available to make this unit.)
using this unit with your Pioneer plasma • If you disconnect the SR+ cable or switch
display even easier. the plasma display off while SR+ is on, the
See also SR+ control options for Pioneer setting automatically reverts to SR+ OFF.
plasma displays on page 59 for information on This displays an error if you switch the
setting up the unit. input of the unit with the plasma display
switched off. Likewise, if this unit is
1 Make sure that the plasma display and switched off, the link with the plasma
this unit are switched on and that they are display will be terminated.
connected with an SR+ cable.
See Using this unit with a Pioneer plasma
display above for more on connecting these
components.
2 To switch SR+ mode on/off, press SR+
(SHIFT + 7).
The front panel display shows the new setting;
SR+ ON or SR+ OFF.
• If SR+ Error shows in the display, it means
there is a communication problem
between the unit and the plasma display.
Check all connections and retry.

• The 3-ringed SR+ cable from Pioneer is

commercially available under the part
number ADE7095. Contact the Pioneer
Customer Support division for more
information on obtaining an SR+ cable.
• You won’t be able to use the remote sensor
of this unit with the CONTROL IN jack of
this unit connected to the CONTROL OUT
jack of your plasma display. You can use
the remote sensor of the plasma display
(even in standby) as long as the power isn’t
switched off.

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02 Connecting up

Connecting the supplied antennas

The supplied antennas provide a simple way to listen to AM and FM radio. If you find that reception
quality is poor, an outdoor antenna should give you better sound quality—see Connecting external
antennas on page 71 for more on how to do this.

FM wire (PAL)
antenna

AC IN
AM loop antenna

VOLTAGE
SELECTOR 120-
ANTENNA 127V
220-
AM LOOP 230V
AUDIO ANTENNA 240V
OUT IN IN
COAXIAL IN
L L
FM
UNBAL
LINE 2 75
R R
LINE 1 TV

Assembling the loop antenna AM loop antenna

1 Bend the stand in the direction 1 Pull off the protective shields of both
indicated. AM antenna wires.
2 Press the antenna terminal tabs to open
and insert one wire into each terminal.
3 Release the tabs to secure the AM
antenna wires.
4 Place the AM antenna on a flat surface
and point in the direction giving the best
2 Clip the loop onto the stand. reception.
Avoid placing near computers, television sets
or other electrical appliances and do not let it
come into contact with metal objects.

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Connecting the power

Before connecting the power and switching on
• It’s also possible to fix the AM antenna to a for the first time make sure that everything is
wall using two screws (see illustration connected properly.
below). Before fixing, make sure that the
reception is satisfactory.

AC IN

VOLTAGE
SELECTOR 120-
ANTENNA 127V
220-
230V
AM LOOP
ANTENNA 240V

FM wire antenna
FM
UNBAL
• Connect the FM wire antenna to the FM 75

UNBAL 75 Ω terminal in the same way as

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

1 Plug one end of the supplied power

cord into the AC INLET.
• The signal ground (
) is designed to 2 Plug the other end into a household
reduce noise that occurs when an antenna power outlet.
is connected. It is not an electrical safety
ground.

• See Connecting auxiliary components on

page 72 for details of other connections
you can make with this system.

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03 Controls and displays

Chapter 3
Controls and displays
Front panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

DIRECT PLAY FM/AM/ST.

1 2 3 4 5 DVD/CD TUNER TV/L1/L2 DISC SKIP EXCHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

STANDBY/ON

PHONES
MIC VOLUME
1 2 3 4 5 CD MODE TIMER
MIN MAX

DOWN UP

21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12

1  STANDBY/ON (page 26) • When in listening to the tuner, use to tune

Press to switch the system on or into standby. to stations or select presets.
2 DIRECT PLAY buttons (page 30) 7 
Press to start playback of any disc in the Press to stop playback.
player.
8
3 DVD/CD (page 29) Press to start or resume playback. During
Press to switch to the DVD/CD function. Also playback, press to pause; press again to
starts/pauses/resumes playback of the restart playback.
currently loaded disc.
9 DISC SKIP (page 30, 32)
4 TUNER FM/AM/ST. (page 34) • During playback, press to start playing the
Press to switch to the tuner function, then next disc in the player.
between bands and station presets. • If the disc tray is open while no disc is
5 TV/L1/L2 (page 36) playing, the tray rotates one disc space.
Press to switch between the external sources, • If the disc tray was opened using the
TV, LINE 1 (L1) and LINE 2 (L2). EXCHANGE button, then pressing DISC
SKIP rotates the disc tray two disc spaces.
6  and 
Press to skip tracks/chapters; press and hold
to scan backwards/forwards.

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10 EXCHANGE (page 32) 16 CD MODE indicator (page 43)

Press during playback to open the disc tray Lights when the CD Mode is on. In this mode,
without stopping playback. Press again to the system only plays audio CDs and WMA/
close the disc tray. MP3 discs.
11  OPEN/CLOSE 17 Display
Press to open/close the disc tray. See Display on page 21 for detailed
information.
12 Disc tray
18 DISC indicators
13 VOLUME control
Shows which disc spaces are currently
Use to adjust the volume.
occupied.
14 Timer indicator (page 55)
19 MIC volume (page 36)
Lights when the timer is set.
20 MIC jack (page 36)
15
21 PHONES jack
This mark indicates compatibility with DVD-
Headphone jack.
RW discs recorded on a DVD recorder in
Video Recording (VR) mode.

Display
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

MIDNIGHT QUIET PGM RPT -1 RDM ATT REC MODE PRO LOGIC
DIGITAL
kHz ADV.SURR.
MHz Neo:6
PRGSVE

20 19 18 17 16 15

1 Tuner indicators (page 34)

Lights when FM mono reception is
selected.
Lights when a broadcast is being
received. 2 
Lights when a disc is playing.

Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is 3 MIDNIGHT (page 41)

being received in auto stereo mode. Lights when the Midnight mode is selected.
4 QUIET (page 41)
Lights when the Quiet mode is selected.

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5 3.1 channel sound with Dialogue

Lights to indicate random or repeat play of all enhancement on the center
discs loaded. channel

6 PGM (page 47) 5.1 channel surround sound with

Lights when a program list has been Virtual Surround Back mode active
programmed.
7 RPT and RPT-1 (page 45)
RPT lights during repeat play. RPT-1 lights (When headphones are connected, none of
during repeat one-track play. the speaker indicators are lit.)

8 RDM (page 46) 15 PRGSVE (page 63)

Lights during random play. Lights when progressive scan video output is
selected.
9 ATT (page 67)
Lights when the input attenuator is active for 16 ADV.SURR. (page 39)
the currently selected analog input. Lights when one of the Advanced or Front
Surround listening modes is selected.
10 REC MODE (page 72)
Lights when Rec Mode is on. 17 (page 38)
11 Timer indicators (page 55) Lights during playback of a DTS source.
18 kHz / MHz
Indicates the unit of the frequency shown in
Lights when the timer is set
the character display (kHz for AM, MHz for
FM)
Lights when the sleep timer is active 19 Character display
12 2 PRO LOGIC II (page 38)
Lights during Dolby Pro Logic II decoding. 20 (page 52)
Lights during multi-angle scenes on a DVD
13 2 DIGITAL (page 38) disc.
Lights during playback of a Dolby Digital
source.
14 Speaker indicators
These show which speakers are being used to
output the current source (they are not
placement diagrams). The illustrations below
show some example displays.

5.1 channel surround sound

Stereo (2.1 channel) sound

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Remote control 2  OPEN/CLOSE

Press to open/close the disc tray.
3 Function select buttons
Press to select the source you want to listen to
STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE
(DVD/CD, TUNER, TV, LINE).
1 2
FM/AM L1/L2
4 SOUND MODE
3 DVD/CD TUNER TV LINE

DIALOGUE VIR. SB BASS MODE Use to adjust the tone and effect levels/
4 5 settings. (pages 38 to 42)
SOUND SURROUND ADVANCED FRONT
MODE SURROUND

6 AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM 5 Surround sound and enhancement

7 buttons
8 DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
CD MODE
ROOM
SETUP

DISC 4 DISC 5 DISC SKIP MUTE

9 SURROUND (page 38)
10 VOLUME Use to select a Surround mode.
SYSTEM SETUP TOP MENU

11 12 DIALOGUE (SHIFT + SURROUND)

TUNE +
HOME
MENU
DVD MENU (page 41)
ST – ST +
13 ENTER Use to select a Dialogue mode.
QUIET/
MIDNIGHT RETURN
TUNE – ADVANCED (page 39)
14 15 Use to select an Advanced Surround
mode.
16 FOLDER FOLDER
VIR. SB (SHIFT + ADVANCED) (page 41)
PROGRAM REPEAT RANDOM Press to switch the Virtual Surround Back
CLEAR speaker effect on/off.
TEST TONE CH LEVEL TIMER

17 ENTER
FRONT SURROUND (page 39)
SR + DISPLAY DIMMER
Use to select a Front Surround listening
TV CONTROL mode.
INPUT CHANNEL VOLUME 18
19
SHIFT
BASS MODE (SHIFT + FRONT
5.1ch DVD SURROUND SYSTEM SURROUND) (page 42)
Use to select a Bass Mode.
6 DVD buttons
AUDIO (page 51)
Press to select an audio channel or
language.
SUBTITLE (page 51)
• Functions printed in green on the remote Press to display/change the subtitle
control are accessed using the SHIFT display.
button. Press the function button you want
while holding down SHIFT. ANGLE (page 52)
Press to change camera angle during DVD
1  STANDBY/ON (page 26) multi-angle scene playback.
Press to switch the system on or into standby.

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ZOOM (page 51) 13 Cursor buttons, ENTER and tuning

Press to change the screen zoom level. buttons
7 ROOM SETUP (page 27) Cursor buttons
Press to start Room Setup. Use the cursor buttons (
///) to
navigate on-screen displays and menus.
8 Disc selection buttons
ENTER
DISC select buttons (page 29)
Press to select an option or execute a
Use to select discs in the player.
command.
DISC SKIP / CD MODE
TUNE +/–
• During playback, press to start playing the
Use to tune the radio.
next disc in the player.
• If the disc tray is open while no disc is ST +/–
playing, the tray rotates one disc space. Use to select station presets when
listening to the radio.
• If the disc tray was opened using the
EXCHANGE button (front panel only), then 14 QUIET/MIDNIGHT (page 41)
pressing DISC SKIP rotates the disc tray Use to select Quiet and Midnight listening
two disc spaces. (page 30, 32) modes.
• Use with SHIFT for CD MODE: Use to 15 RETURN
switch CD Mode on/off. (page 43) Press to return to a previous menu screen.
9 MUTE 16 Playback controls
Press to mute all sound from the speakers and
headphones (press again to cancel). 
Press to start or resume playback.
10 VOLUME
Use to adjust the volume.  and /
Use for reverse slow motion playback,
11 HOME MENU / SYSTEM SETUP frame reverse and reverse scanning.
• Press to display (or exit) the on-screen
menu for Initial Settings, Play Mode  and /
functions, etc. Use for forward slow motion playback,
frame advance and forward scanning.
• Use with SHIFT for SYSTEM SETUP: Use to
make various system and surround sound  / FOLDER –
settings. (page 58) Press to jump to the beginning of the
current chapter/track, then to previous
12 DVD MENU / TOP MENU
chapters/tracks.
• Press to display a DVD-Video disc menu, or
the Disc Navigator if a VR mode DVD-RW, Press SHIFT +  to jump to the
CD, Video CD/Super VCD, WMA/MP3 or beginning of the previous folder
JPEG disc is loaded.  / FOLDER +
• Use with SHIFT for TOP MENU: Use to Press to jump to the next chapter/track (or
display the top menu of a DVD disc in the folder by pressing SHIFT + ).
play position (this may be the same as
pressing DVD MENU).

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 18 TV CONTROL buttons
Press to pause playback; press again to These buttons are dedicated to control the TV
restart. assigned to the TV button.
 
Press to stop playback. Use to turn on/off the power of the TV.
17 Number buttons and SHIFT functions INPUT
Use the number buttons for selecting Use to select the TV function.
chapters/tracks from a disc directly; use with
TV CHANNEL +/–
the SHIFT button to access the functions
Use to select channels.
printed in green.
TV VOLUME +/–
PROGRAM (SHIFT + 1) (page 47)
Use to adjust the volume on your TV.
Use to program/play a program list.
19 SHIFT
REPEAT (SHIFT + 2) (page 45)
Use to access the functions/commands
Use to select a repeat play mode.
printed in green on the remote (press the
RANDOM (SHIFT + 3) (page 46) button for the function you want while holding
Use to select a random play mode. down SHIFT).
TEST TONE (SHIFT + 4) (page 60)
Use to output the test tone (for speaker
setup).
CH LEVEL (SHIFT + 5) (page 60)
Use to adjust the speaker level.
TIMER (SHIFT + 6) (page 55)
Press to display the clock and to access the
timer menu.
SR+ (SHIFT + 7) (page 17)
Press to switch SR+ on or off.
DISPLAY (SHIFT + 8) (page 52)
Press to display/change disc information
shown on-screen.
DIMMER (SHIFT + 9)
Press to switch between normal and
dimmed front panel display.
CLEAR
Press to clear an entry.
ENTER
Press to select menu options, etc. (works
exactly the same as the ENTER button in 13
above).

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04 Getting started

Chapter 4
Getting started
Switching on and setting up 1 Press  STANDBY/ON (on the remote or
After making sure everything is connected up on the front panel) to switch the system
properly, you’re ready to switch on. The first on.
thing to do is to tell the system what kind of TV Also make sure that your TV is switched on and
you’re using, standard or widescreen. that the video input is set to this system. You
should see the welcome screen displayed.
After that you can set up the surround sound
for your room, and set the clock so that you can
use the timer features. Welcome to Pioneer DVD!

Thank you for purchasing this Pioneer DVD player.

Before using, please take a little time

to setup your DVD player
Put the batteries into the remote control
STANDBY/ON
Next, press the [ENTER] button on the remote control
and start the Let's Get Started Menu

Next

ROOM
SETUP

2 Press ENTER to move on to the next

SYSTEM SETUP
screen.
3 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
ENTER
to select either ‘Wide screen’ or ‘Standard
size screen’ according to the kind of TV you
have, then press ENTER.
See also Screen sizes and disc formats on
page 78 if you’re not sure which one to choose.
TIMER
ENTER
Let's Get Started Menu

What kind of TV do you have?

SHIFT
Use the / cursor buttons
to choose, then press ENTER

Wide screen (16:9) Standard size screen (4:3)

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4 Press ENTER again to finish setting up. 2 If ‘Clock ADJ?’ isn’t already shown in
the display, press  or  (cursor left or
Let's Get Started Menu
right) until you see it.
3 Press ENTER.
Setup complete
If you're finished setting up, 4 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
choose [Complete],
to start again choose [Back] to set the hour.
5 Press ENTER.
Complete Back
6 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
to set the minute.
• Use the  (cursor right) button to select 7 Press ENTER to confirm.
BACK then press ENTER if you want to go The display flashes to indicate the clock is set.
back and change the setting you just
made.

• Press TIMER (SHIFT + 6) anytime to

display the clock.
• You can also use the  OPEN/CLOSE
button on the front panel or the function
buttons (DVD/CD, TUNER, etc.) to switch
the system on from standby. • If you unplug the system from the wall
outlet, or there is a power outage, you will
need to set the clock again.

• The system switches on, but there is

nothing displayed on my TV.
Using the Room Setup
After you have set up your speakers to your
Make sure that the TV is set to the correct liking (see Placing the speakers on page 11),
video input (not a TV channel). For make sure you calibrate your system for
example, if you connected this system to
surround sound. This is a quick and easy way
the VIDEO 1 input on your TV, switch your
TV to VIDEO 1. to get good surround sound for your room.
For more detailed surround sound setup, see
Surround sound and other settings on page 58.
Setting the clock
Setting the clock allows you to use the timer 1 If the system isn’t already on, press
features.  STANDBY/ON to switch it on.

1 Press TIMER (SHIFT + 6). 2 Press ROOM SETUP.

• If you are adjusting the clock, rather then • If you have previously set up the room type
setting it for the first time, press TIMER and seating position, the display will show
(SHIFT + 6) again. the current room settings.

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3 Press ENTER. 1 Switch on your TV.

4 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons 2 Find the name of the manufacturer of
to select a room type then press ENTER. your TV in the Preset Code List on page 80.
Choose one of the following depending on your Next to each manufacturer is one or more
room size: three digit codes. These tell the remote what
• S – Smaller than average room kind of TV you have.
If the name of the manufacturer of your TV
• M – Average room
does not appear in the table, you won’t be able
• L – Larger than average room to set up this remote to control your TV. Note
that there are also cases where the preset
5 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
codes listed for a manufacturer in the table
to select a seating position setting, then may not work for your TV.
press ENTER.
Choose one of the following depending on 3 Point the remote at your TV, hold down
where your main listening position is: the CLEAR button, then enter the three
• Fwd – If you are nearer to the front digit code for your TV.
speakers than the surround speakers The remote transmits an on/off signal to the TV.
If you’ve entered the correct code, your TV
• Mid – If you are equal distance from the should switch off.
front and surround speakers If your TV doesn’t turn off, repeat the procedure
• Back – If you are nearer to the surround using the next code in the list until your TV
speakers than the front speakers switches off successfully. Once set, you can
then use the individual TV controls shown
below.

• The Room Setup automatically sets up TV CONTROL

channel levels and channel delay. If you INPUT CHANNEL VOLUME

have already set the channel levels

manually (see Setting the channel levels on
page 60), you will see Room Set? in the Button What it does
display when you first press the ROOM  Switches your TV on or into
SETUP button. If you continue, the previous standby.
settings will be overwritten.
CHANNEL +/– Changes the TV channel.
Setting up the remote to VOLUME +/– Adjusts the volume.
control your TV INPUT Switches the TV’s input
You can set up the supplied remote to control between the built in TV tuner
your TV using the TV CONTROL buttons. and an external video source.

• The default setting is for a Pioneer TV.

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Using the on-screen displays

For ease of use, this system makes extensive
use of graphical on-screen displays (OSDs). • Throughout this manual, ‘Select’ means
You should get used to the way these work as use the cursor buttons to highlight an item
you’ll need to use them when setting up the on-screen, then press ENTER.
system, using some of the playback features,
such as program play, and when making more
advanced settings for audio and video.
All the screens are navigated in basically the • The button guide at the bottom of every
same way, using the cursor buttons to change OSD screen shows you which buttons
the highlighted item and pressing ENTER to you’ll need to use for that screen.
select it.

Playing discs
The basic playback controls for playing DVD,
CD, Video CD/Super VCD and WMA/MP3 discs
HOME
MENU
ENTER
are covered here. Further functions are
RETURN
detailed in chapter 6.

STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE

DVD/CD

ENTER

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

CD MODE

DISC 4 DISC 5 DISC SKIP

Button What it does VOLUME

HOME Displays/exits the on-screen

MENU display


 Changes the highlighted menu

item

ENTER Selects the highlighted menu

item (both ENTER buttons work
in exactly the same way) ENTER

RETURN Returns to the main menu

without saving changes 1 If the system isn’t already on, press 
STANDBY/ON to switch on.
If you’re playing a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD,
also turn on your TV and make sure that it is set
to the correct video input.

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2 Press  OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc If you’re playing a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD,
tray. a menu may appear. See DVD-Video disc
menus on page 33 and Video CD/Super VCD
3 Load a disc.
PBC menus on page 34 for how to navigate
Load a disc with the label side facing up in the
these.
front-most disc space, using the disc tray
guide to align the disc. (If you’re loading a If you’re playing an MP3, WMA or JPEG disc, it
double-sided DVD disc, load it with the side you may take a few seconds before playback starts,
want to play face down.) depending on the complexity of the file
structure on the disc.
If you loaded a CD/CD-R/RW containing
JPEGs, a slideshow will start. See Viewing JPEG
discs on page 53 for more on playing these
discs.
• See also Options on page 65 if the disc
contains both WMA/MP3 audio files and
JPEG picture files.
5 Use the VOLUME +/– button (or the
Disc number front panel VOLUME knob) to adjust the
volume.
If you want to load more discs, press DISC SKIP
(remote or front panel) to rotate the disc tray.
You can load up to five discs at once. Basic playback controls
• Do not place discs in the two partially The following table shows the basic controls on
accessible disc spaces, as it easy to the remote for playing discs. You can find other
misalign them. Use only the front-most playback features in Playing discs on page 43.
space.
• Do not load more than one disc in a space.
• Before loading or removing discs, always ENTER

wait for the disc mechanism to come to a

complete stop.
• Do not rotate the disc tray by hand. Always FOLDER FOLDER

use the DISC SKIP button.

• Sometimes, when the disc tray
mechanism is moving, the controls are ENTER

inoperative.
4 Press  (remote) or (front panel) to
start playback of the disc loaded in the
front-most disc space.
Alternatively, use the DVD/CD or DISC buttons
on the remote, or the DIRECT PLAY buttons on
the front panel to start playback of other discs.

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Button What it does Button What it does

 Starts playback. Numbers Use to enter a title/track num-
DVD and Video CD: If the display ber. Press ENTER to select (or
shows Resume or Last Mem wait a few seconds).
playback starts from the resume • If the disc is stopped, play-
or last memory point (see also back starts from the selected
Resume and Last Memory title (for DVD) or track number
below.) (for CD/Video CD/Super VCD/
WMA/MP3).
 Pauses a disc that’s playing, or
• If the disc is playing, playback
restarts a paused disc.
jumps to the start of the
 Stops playback. selected chapter or track.
DVD and Video CD: The display
shows Resume. Press  again
if you want to cancel the resume
function. (See also Resume and • You may find with some DVD discs that
Last Memory below.) some playback controls don’t work in
 Press to start fast reverse certain parts of the disc. This is not a
scanning. Press  (play) to malfunction.
resume normal playback.
Using the front panel controls
 Press to start fast forward
The  OPEN/CLOSE and  (stop) buttons on
scanning. Press  (play) to
the front panel work the same way as the
resume normal playback.
remote control equivalents.
 Skips to the start of the current The front panel scan and skip buttons (
track or chapter, then to and ) are combined. Press once for
previous tracks/chapters. chapter/track skip, or press and hold for
scanning.
 Skips to the next track or
chapter.
Resume and Last Memory
FOLDER +/– Skips to the next/previous folder
When you stop playback of a DVD or Video CD
when playing MP3 or WMA
disc, Resume is shown in the display indi-
discs.
cating that you can resume playback again
from that point.
If the disc tray is not opened, the next time you
start playback the display shows Resume and
playback resumes from the resume point.

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For DVD discs only: If you change discs using 2 Load a disc with the label side facing
the DISC SKIP, DISC or DIRECT PLAY buttons, up, using the disc tray guide to align the
or take the disc out of the player, the play posi- disc.
tion is stored in memory. When you load the
disc next time, the display shows Last Mem
and you can resume playback (this works for
up to five discs).
If you want to clear the resume/last memory
point, press  (stop) while Resume or Last
Mem is displayed.

Disc number
• When a Video CD is loaded, the Resume
point is lost if the system is switched off, or • If you want to load more discs, press DISC
switched to a function other than DVD/CD. SKIP to rotate the disc tray two disc spaces.
• For the Last Memory function to work, you • Before loading or removing discs, always
must press  (stop) to stop playback wait for the disc mechanism to come to a
before opening the disc tray or changing complete stop.
the disc.
• Load discs only in the two fully accessible
• The Last Memory function doesn’t work disc spaces. Do not try and load discs into
with VR format DVD-RW discs. any of the other spaces; they may not load
correctly and cause the system to
Changing discs malfunction.
You can change any of the discs not in the play • Do not rotate the disc tray by hand. Always
position using the EXCHANGE button on the use the DISC SKIP button.
front panel. Because the disc in the play • Do not obstruct the movement of the disc
position is unaffected, you can use this button tray.
to change discs even during playback.
3 Press EXCHANGE or  OPEN/CLOSE to
1 Press EXCHANGE to open the disc tray. close the disc tray.
• The EXCHANGE button only works when • Always use the  OPEN/CLOSE or
there is at least one disc loaded. EXCHANGE button to close the disc tray
after exchanging discs. Never push the
disc tray shut by force.

• After I load a DVD disc, it ejects

automatically after a few seconds!

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Most likely, the disc is the wrong region for DVD-Video disc menus
your system. The region number should be Many DVD-Video discs contain menus from
printed on the disc; check it against the which you can select what you want to watch.
region number of the system (which you They may give access to additional features,
can find on the rear panel). See also DVD such as subtitle and audio language selection,
Video regions on page 69. or special features such as slideshows. See the
If the region number is OK, it may be that disc packaging for details.
the disc is damaged or dirty. Clean the disc Sometimes DVD-Video menus are displayed
and look for signs of damage. See also automatically when you start playback; others
Using and taking care of discs on page 69. only appear when you press DVD MENU or
• Why won’t the disc I loaded play? TOP MENU.
First check that you loaded the disc the
right way up (label side up), and that it’s
clean and not damaged. See Using and TOP MENU

taking care of discs on page 69 for

DVD MENU
information on cleaning discs. ENTER

If a disc loaded correctly won’t play, it’s RETURN

probably an incompatible format or disc

type, such as DVD Audio or DVD-ROM. See
Disc / content format playback compatibility
on page 8 for more on disc compatibility.
• I have a widescreen TV so why are there ENTER

black bars at the top and bottom of the

screen when I play some discs?
SHIFT

Some movie formats are such that even

when played on a widescreen TV, black
bars are necessary at the top and bottom of
the screen. This is not a malfunction.
• I have a standard (4:3) TV and set the system
to show widescreen DVDs in pan & scan
format, so why do I still get black bars top Button What it does
and bottom with some discs?
Some discs override the display TOP MENU Displays the ‘top menu’ of a DVD
(SHIFT + disc—this varies with the disc.
preferences of the system, so even if you
have 4:3 (Pan & Scan) selected, those DVD
discs will still be shown in letterbox format. MENU)
This is not a malfunction. DVD Displays a DVD disc menu—this
MENU varies with the disc and may be
the same as the ‘top menu’.


 Moves the cursor around the

screen.

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Button What it does Button What it does

ENTER Selects the current menu option. Numbers Selects a numbered menu
option.
RETURN Returns to the previously
displayed menu screen.  Displays the previous menu page
(if there is one).
Numbers Highlights a numbered menu
option (some discs only). Press  Displays the next menu page (if
ENTER to select. there is one).

ENTER Press to select highlighted menu

Video CD/Super VCD PBC option.

menus
Some Video CD/Super VCDs have menus from Listening to the radio
which you can choose what you want to watch. The tuner can receive both FM and AM
These are called PBC (Playback control) broadcasts, and lets you memorize your
menus. favorite stations so you don’t have to manually
You can play a PBC Video CD/Super VCD tune in every time you want to listen.
without having to navigate the PBC menu by
pressing  (stop) then starting playback using
a number button to select a track, rather than STANDBY/ON

 (play) (or on the front panel). FM/AM

TUNER

ENTER

RETURN

SYSTEM SETUP

TUNE +

ST – ST +
ENTER

RETURN
TUNE –
ENTER

ENTER

SHIFT

Button What it does

RETURN Displays the PBC menu.

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1 If the system isn’t already on, press 1 Press SYSTEM SETUP (SHIFT + HOME
 STANDBY/ON to switch on. MENU).
2 Press TUNER to switch to the tuner, 2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
then press repeatedly to select the AM or to choose ‘FM Mode ?’, then press ENTER.
FM band.
3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
The display indicates the tuner band and the
to select ‘FM Mono’ or ‘FM Auto’, then
frequency.
press ENTER.
• If you’re using the front panel controls, the Select Auto in step 3 to switch back to auto-
TUNER button switches between FM, AM stereo mode (the stereo indicator lights when
and station presets (see Memorizing receiving a stereo broadcast).
stations on page 35).
3 Tune to a frequency. Memorizing stations
There are three tuning modes—manual, auto, You can save up to 30 station presets so that
and high-speed: you always have easy access to your favorite
• Manual tuning: Press TUNE +/– stations without having to tune in manually
repeatedly to change the displayed each time.
frequency.
1 Tune to an AM or FM radio station.
• Auto tuning: Press and hold TUNE +/– For the FM band, select mono or auto-stereo
until the frequency display starts to move, reception as necessary. This setting is saved
then release. The tuner will stop on the next along with the preset.
station it finds. Repeat to search for other
stations. 2 Press SYSTEM SETUP (SHIFT + HOME
• High-speed tuning: Press and hold TUNE MENU).
+/– until the frequency display starts to 3 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
move rapidly. Keep the button held down to choose ‘St. Memory?’ then press ENTER.
until you reach the frequency you want. If
necessary, fine tune the frequency using 4 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
the manual tuning method. to select the station preset you want.
There are 30 preset locations; each can store
one station preset.
5 Press ENTER to save the station preset.
• You can use the  and 
buttons on the front panel instead of the
TUNE +/– buttons.
• If the system is unplugged from the power
Improving poor FM reception supply completely, saved stations will
remain for several days, after which you’ll
If you’re listening to an FM station in stereo but
have to save them again.
the reception is weak, you can improve the
sound quality by switching to mono.

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Listening to station presets Singing karaoke

1 Make sure the TUNER function is Using the karaoke features you can plug in a
selected. microphone and mix the sound of your own
voice with a backing track. The backing track
2 Use ST +/– or the number buttons to can be anything you like, from a song on the
select a station preset. radio, to a dedicated DVD karaoke disc.
• If you are using the front panel controls,
press TUNER FM/AM/ST. until you’re in DIRECT PLAY

1 2 3 4 5 DVD/CD
FM/AM/ST.

TUNER TV/L1/L2 DISC SKIP EXCHANGE OPEN/CLOSE

station preset mode, then use the  STANDBY/ON

and  buttons to select a station

PHONES
MIC VOLUME
1 2 3 4 5 CD MODE TIMER
MIN MAX

DOWN UP

preset.

Listening to other sources 1 Set the MIC LEVEL to minimum.

You can connect up to three external sources
2 Plug in the microphone.
(TV, satellite receiver, etc.) to this system,
The mic jacks is located on the front panel.
including one digital source. See also Listening
to TV audio through this system on page 16 and • If the microphone has an on/off switch,
Connecting auxiliary components on page 72. make sure it’s on.
3 Load a karaoke backing disc or tape.
You can also use the radio or a component
STANDBY/ON connected to the auxiliary inputs as source
L1/L2
material for a backing track.
TV LINE

4 To change the mix (Video CD/Super

VCD only), press AUDIO.
Pressing repeatedly switches between:
• STEREO – Use for backing tracks with no
1 If the system isn’t already on, press  vocals
STANDBY/ON to switch on. • L CH – Left channel only. Use for tracks
Also make sure that the external source (TV, with the vocal recorded in the right channel.
satellite receiver, etc.) is switched on. • R CH – Right channel only. Use for tracks
with the vocal recorded in the left channel.
2 Select the source you want to listen to.
• If you’re using the remote control, press TV 5 Play the backing track.
to select the TV input, or use the LINE (L1/
6 Adjust the MIC VOL knob to get the
L2) button to select the LINE 1 or LINE 2
sound you want.
input.
To avoid unpleasant feedback, make sure you
• The TV/L1/L2 button on the front panel don’t point the microphone(s) at the speakers.
switches between the three inputs.
7 Sing!
3 If necessary, start playback of the • Depending on the microphone level, the
external source. sound of the disc may distort. If this
happens, turn down the volume.

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Chapter 5
Listening to your system
About the listening modes Auto listening mode
As explained in Placing the speakers on The Auto listening mode is the simplest way to
page 11, there are two basic surround speaker listen to any source as it was mastered: the
setup options available. Of course you can output from the speakers mirrors the channels
select any of the listening modes regardless of from the source material.
how you place your speakers, but you will
achieve the best surround effect by using the
listening modes in conjunction with your
speaker setup: SURROUND

• Standard surround 5-spot setup – Use

the Standard (Listening in surround sound
on page 38) and Advanced (Using the
Advanced Surround effects on page 39)
surround listening modes with this setup. • Press SURROUND to select the ‘Auto’
• Front surround 3-spot setup – See Using listening mode.
Front Surround on page 39 for the options If the source is Dolby Digital or DTS, the
available with this speaker setup. 2 DIGITAL or DTS indicator on the front panel
lights.
Make sure you have completed Using the
Room Setup on page 27. For a more detailed
surround sound setup, see Using the System
Setup menu on page 58.
• Any previously active Dolby Pro Logic or
Advanced Surround mode is canceled
when Auto listening mode is selected.
• Certain features explained in this section
may not be possible depending on the
source (for example, 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz
sources), or a conflicting system setting.
See Error Messages on page 77 for more on
this.

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Listening in surround sound

You can listen to any source—stereo or
multichannel, analog or digital—in surround • When listening in Dolby Digital / DTS
sound. Surround sound is generated from mode, two-channel material will
stereo sources using one of the Dolby Pro automatically be played in surround sound
Logic decoding modes. using Dolby Pro Logic II decoding.
• Dolby Digital / DTS sources that use only
SURROUND the center channel cannot be played back
in surround sound.

Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings

When listening in Dolby Pro Logic II Music
mode, there are three further parameters you
can adjust: Center Width, Dimension, and
Panorama.
1 With Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode
active, press SOUND MODE.
• Press SURROUND repeatedly to select a
listening mode (or press SURROUND then 2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons). to select ‘C Width’, ‘Dimen.’ or ‘Pnrm.’
The listening mode choices that appear in the • C Width (Center Width): Makes the center
display will vary according to the type of source channel wider (higher settings) or
that’s playing. narrower (lower settings)
• Auto – See Auto listening mode above. • Dimen. (Dimension): Makes the sound
more distant (minus settings), or more
• Dolby Digital / DTS – Dolby Digital or DTS
forward (positive settings)
decoding (depending on the source).
• Pnrm. (Panorama): Creates more spacious
• Pro Logic – 4.1 channel surround sound
surround sound
for use with any two-channel source
• PL II Movie – Pro Logic II 5.1 channel 3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
surround sound, especially suited to movie to adjust the setting.
sources, for use with any two-channel Center Width is adjustable between 0 and 7;
source Dimension between –3 and +3. Panorama is
On or Off.
• PL II Music – Pro Logic II 5.1 channel
surround sound, especially suited to music 4 Press ENTER to confirm.
sources, for use with any two-channel
source (see also Dolby Pro Logic II Music
settings below)
• Stereo – See Listening in stereo below

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Listening to your system 05

Using the Advanced Surround Using Front Surround

effects The Front Surround modes are effective when
Advanced Surround effects can be used with you are using the Front surround 3-spot
multichannel or stereo sources for a variety of speaker setup as described in Placing the
additional surround sound effects. The 5-spot speakers on page 11. The surround speakers
setup described in Placing the speakers on should be placed on top of the front speakers
page 11 should be used with these effects. and oriented either towards the walls, or
straight ahead, depending on which mode you
For more options, see Adjusting the Advanced are using (see below).
and Front Surround effect level below.
For more options, see Adjusting the Advanced
and Front Surround effect level below.
ADVANCED

FRONT
SURROUND

ENTER

• Press ADVANCED to select an Advanced

Surround mode (or press ADVANCED then
use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons). • Press FRONT SURROUND to select an
Press repeatedly to select from: Front Surround mode (or press FRONT
SURROUND then use the
/ buttons).
• Adv. Movie – Gives a movie theater-type Press repeatedly to select from:
sound
• Frt. Movie – The Front Surround Movie
• Adv. Music – Gives a concert hall-type mode emphasizes directionality, giving you
sound a realistic movie theater-type sound.
• Expanded – Creates an extra wide • Frt. Music – The Front Surround Music
surround field mode provides greater breadth and depth
• TV Surr. – Designed for mono or stereo TV to music sources, enveloping you with a
broadcasts and other sources concert hall-type sound.
• Sports – Designed for sports and other • ExtraPower – The Extra Power mode gives
programs based on commentary additional energy and depth to a stereo
• Game – Creates surround sound from source by using the surround speakers in
video game sources addition to the front speakers.
• 5ch Stereo – Designed to give powerful
surround sound to stereo music sources

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If you have selected Frt. Movie or Frt. Music, Listening in stereo

you will achieve best results by turning each You can listen to any source—stereo or
surround speaker about 60º towards the multichannel, analog or digital—in stereo.
closest wall. With ExtraPower, orient the When playing a multichannel source, stereo
surround speakers in the same direction as the sound is created by downmixing all channels
front speakers (towards the listening position). to the front left/right speakers and the
subwoofer.

SURROUND


60º

Frt. Movie / Frt. Music ExtraPower

• Press SURROUND repeatedly until
Adjusting the Advanced and Front ‘Stereo’ shows in the display.
Any active Advanced Surround or Front
Surround effect level
Surround mode is canceled.
You can emphasize or reduce the effect of the
Advanced and Front Surround modes as you
like. You can set the effect level for all modes Listening with headphones
independently. When headphones are connected, only the
1 With one of the Advanced or Front Stereo (default) and Phones Surround (virtual
Surround modes active, press SOUND surround sound for headphones) modes are
MODE. available.
When you disconnect them it reverts to the
2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons previous mode.
to select ‘Effect’.
• With headphones connected, press
3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons ADVANCED or FRONT SURROUND to select
to adjust the effect level. ‘Phones Surround’ or SURROUND to select
The effect level can be adjusted from 10 (min) ‘Stereo’.
to 90 (max).
4 Press ENTER to confirm.

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Enhancing dialogue
• Default setting: Dialog Off
The Dialogue Enhancement feature is • You can’t use Virtual Surround Back when
designed to make the dialog stand out from using the Stereo listening mode (or Auto
other background sounds in a TV or movie with stereo sources).
soundtrack. • If you are using the The Front surround 3-
spot setup (see Placing the speakers on
page 11), switch the Virtual Surround
DIALOGUE
Back feature off.
• If there is no surround channel, Virtual
SHIFT
Surround Back has no effect.

Using Quiet and Midnight

• Press DIALOGUE (SHIFT + SURROUND)
to select the amount dialog enhancement. listening modes
Press repeatedly to select from: • Default setting: Off
• Dialog Off – No dialog enhancement The Quiet listening feature reduces excessive
• Dialog Mid – Moderate dialog bass or treble in a sound source. You can use
enhancement this feature if the music is a little bit harsh and
you would like a smoother sound.
• Dialog Max – Strong dialog enhancement
The Midnight listening feature allows you to
hear effective surround sound of movies at low
Listening with a virtual volume levels. The effect automatically adjusts
surround back speaker according to the volume at which you’re
listening.
• Default setting: Vir. SB Off
The Virtual Surround Back feature can be used
when listening in surround sound (using the 5-
spot setup described in Placing the speakers on QUIET/
MIDNIGHT

page 11) to simulate an added surround back

channel. In a real theater the surround back
speaker would be directly behind you, creating
more cohesive and realistic surround sound.
• Press QUIET/MIDNIGHT repeatedly to
VIR. SB switch between ‘Quiet’, ‘Midnight’ and
‘Off’.

SHIFT

• Press VIR. SB (SHIFT + ADVANCED)

repeatedly to switch between ‘Vir. SB On’
and ‘Vir. SB Off’.

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05 Listening to your system

Adjusting the bass and treble Boosting the bass level

Use the bass and treble controls to adjust the There are three bass modes you can use to
overall tone. enhance the bass in a source.

BASS MODE

SOUND
MODE

SHIFT

• Press BASS MODE (SHIFT + FRONT

ENTER
SURROUND) repeatedly to choose an
option that fits the source you’re listening
to.
• Music – Can be used with music to give a
deeper bass sound
1 Press SOUND MODE.
• Cinema – Good for action movies or
2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons movies with lots of sound effects
to select ‘Bass’ or ‘Treble’.
• P. Bass – Can be used with music sources
3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons to bring the beat of the music (or
to adjust the sound. soundtrack) to the forefront
The bass and treble can be adjusted from –3 to • Off – Switch off the bass boost if it causes
+3. excessive bass (i.e. it sounds ‘boomy) in
4 Press ENTER to confirm. the source

• Bass and treble adjustment is not possible

when the Quiet or Midnight modes are
active.

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Chapter 6
Playing discs
• If you open the disc tray and load a DVD,
Video CD/Super VCD or JPEG disc in the
• Some DVD discs restrict the use of some front-most position then press  (play) (on
functions (random or repeat, for example). the front panel), CD mode is canceled.
This is not a malfunction.
• When playing Video CD/Super VCDs, some
of the functions are not available during
PBC playback. If you want to use them, • You can't switch on CD mode while playing
start the disc playing using a number a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD. Stop
button to select a track. playback first.
• Many features are not available when • Although program play is not possible in
using unfinalized CD-R/RW discs. CD mode, it is possible to program a
playlist. When you start program play-back,
however, CD mode is canceled.
Playing only CDs and WMA/ • Repeat and random play is possible in CD
MP3 discs (CD mode) mode (see Using repeat play on page 45
Using this feature you can play only the CDs and Using random play on page 46).
and WMA/MP3 discs loaded in the disc tray—
automatically skipping over any DVDs and
Video CD/Super VCDs loaded. This may be
Scanning discs
useful if you have a mixture of discs loaded but You can fast-scan discs forward or backward at
only want to play music: you don't have to keep various different speeds.
track of what kind of disc is where in the disc 1 During playback, press  or  to
tray. start scanning.
1 Press CD MODE (SHIFT + DISC SKIP) to • There is no sound while scanning DVDs
switch CD mode on. and Video CD/Super VCDs, and no
• The indicator on the front panel lights subtitles while scanning DVDs.
when CD mode is on. 2 Press repeatedly to increase the
2 Press  (play) to start playback. scanning speed.
The first CD loaded automatically starts to play. • The scanning speed is shown on-screen.
Once all the CD/WMA/MP3 discs loaded have 3 To resume playback, press  (play).
played, playback automatically stops. • When scanning a Video CD/Super VCD or
• To cancel the CD mode, press CD MODE a WMA/MP3 track, playback automatically
(SHIFT + DISC SKIP) again. resumes at the end or beginning of the
track.

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• Depending on the disc, normal playback Using the Disc Navigator to

may automatically resume when a new
chapter is reached on a DVD disc. browse the contents of a disc
Use the Disc Navigator to browse through the
contents of a disc to find the part you want to
Playing in slow motion play. You can use the Disc Navigator when a
You can play DVDs and Video CD/Super VCDs disc is playing or stopped (a disc must be
at four different forward slow motion speeds. loaded).
DVD discs can also be played at two reverse
1 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Disc
speeds.
Navigator’ from the on-screen display.
1 During playback, press  (pause).
Disc Navigator
2 Press and hold / or / until
slow motion playback starts. • With most discs, you can also press DVD
• The slow motion speed is shown on- MENU to go directly to the Disc Navigator.
screen.
• There is no sound during slow motion 2 Select what you want to play.
playback. Depending on the type of disc you have loaded,
the Disc Navigator looks slightly different.
3 Press repeatedly to change the slow The screen for DVD discs shows the titles on
motion speed. the left and the chapters on the right. Select a
4 To resume normal playback, press  title, or a chapter within a title.
(play).
Disc Navigator
• Depending on the disc, normal playback Title 1-10 Chapter 1-3
may automatically resume when a new DVD Title 01 Chapter 001
chapter is reached. Title 02 Chapter 002
Chapter 003
Title 03
Title 04
Title 05
Title 06
Frame advance/frame reverse Title 07
Title 08
You can advance or back up DVD discs frame-
by-frame. With Video CD/Super VCDs you can
only use frame advance. For a VR format DVD-RW disc select between
the PlayList and Original areas of the disc, or
1 During playback, press  (pause). a title. Press  (cursor right) to preview the
title.
2 Press / or / to reverse or
advance a frame at a time. • You can’t switch between Original and
PlayList during playback.
3 To resume normal playback, press 
(play).
• Depending on the disc, normal playback
may automatically resume when a new
chapter is reached.

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• Not all VR format DVD-RW discs have a Looping a section of a disc

Playlist. The A-B Repeat function allows you to specify
two points (A and B) within a track (CD and
Disc Navigator
Video CD) or title (DVD) that form a loop which
DVD-RW Title(1-03)
Original 01. 3/31 FIRST LEAGUE is played over and over.
Play List 02. 4/28 SECOND LEAGUE
03. 4/29 FINAL ROUND • You can’t use A-B Repeat with Super VCDs
or WMA/MP3 discs.
1 During playback, press HOME MENU
and select ‘Play Mode’.
The screen for CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs 2 Select ‘A-B Repeat’ from the list of
shows a list of tracks. functions on the left.

Disc Navigator Play Mode

Track 1-10

CD Track 01 A-B Repeat A(Start Point)

Track 02
Repeat B(End Point)
Track 03
Track 04 Random Off
Track 05 Program
Track 06 Search Mode
Track 07
Track 08

The screen for WMA/MP3 discs shows the 3 Press ENTER on ‘A(Start Point)’ to set
folder names on the left and the track names the loop start point.
on the right (note that any folder and track
names that contain accented or non-roman 4 Press ENTER on ‘B(End Point)’ to set the
characters, will show up with generic names – loop end point.
F_033, T_035, etc.). After pressing ENTER, playback jumps back to
the start point and plays the loop.
Select a folder, or a track within a folder.
• The minimum loop time is 2 seconds.
Disc Navigator
Folder 1-17 Track 1-10 5 To resume normal playback, select ‘Off’
WMA/MP3 001. ACP 001. Gravity deluxe from the menu.
002. Nth Degree 002. Tesla's patent
003. Pfeuti 003. Border dispute
004. Live 004. Delayed by rain
005. Glitch music
006. CodHead
005. Accident incident
006. Pigeon post
Using repeat play
007. Thermo 007. Outernational
008. Missing Man 008. Vacuum tube There are various repeat play options,
depending on the kind of disc loaded. It’s also
possible to use repeat play together with
Playback starts after you press ENTER.
program play to repeat the tracks/chapters in
the program list (see Creating and editing a
DVD program list on page 47 and Creating and
editing a non-DVD program list on page 48).
• Another way to find a particular place on a
disc is to use one of the search modes. See
Searching a disc on page 50.

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1 During playback, press HOME MENU • If you’ve created a program list, Program
and select ‘Play Mode’. Repeat is also available.
2 Select ‘Repeat’ from the list of functions • During random playback (see below),
on the left. Random Repeat is also available.

Play Mode
Using random play
A-B Repeat Title Repeat With a DVD you can choose to play titles or
Repeat Chapter Repeat
Random Repeat Off
chapters within a title in a random order. With
Program CDs, Video CD/Super VCDs, MP3 or WMA
Search Mode
discs, you can play all the discs at random, or
just the contents of a single disc.
You can set the random play option when a
3 Select a repeat play option. disc is playing or stopped. However, you can't
If program play is active, select Program use random play together with program play.
Repeat to repeat the program list, or Repeat
• You can’t use random play with VR format
Off to cancel.
DVD-RW discs, or while a DVD disc menu
• For DVD discs, select Title Repeat or is being displayed.
Chapter Repeat (or Repeat Off).
1 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Play
Play Mode Mode’.

A-B Repeat Title Repeat 2 Select ‘Random’ from the list of

Repeat Chapter Repeat functions on the left.
Random Repeat Off
Program
Search Mode Play Mode

A-B Repeat Random Title

Repeat Random Chapter
Random Random Off
• For CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs, select Program
All Discs Repeat, Disc Repeat or Track Search Mode

Repeat (or Repeat Off).

• For WMA/MP3 discs, select All Discs
Repeat, Disc Repeat, Folder Repeat or 3 Select a random play option.
Track Repeat (or Repeat Off). • For DVD-Video discs, select Random Title
or Random Chapter (or Random Off)

Play Mode

• You can also use the REPEAT (SHIFT + 2) A-B Repeat Random Title
Repeat Random Chapter
button on the remote to select a repeat play Random Random Off
mode. The repeat mode is indicated in the Program
Search Mode
front panel display and on-screen. The
repeat modes available are the same as
when choosing from the Play Mode menu.

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• For CDs, Video CD/Super VCDs and WMA/ • You can’t use Program play with VR format
MP3 discs, select Random All, Random DVD-RW discs, or while a DVD disc menu
Disc (or Random Off). is being displayed.
• The Random All function ignores DVDs 1 Make sure that the DVD disc you want
loaded in the player. to make the program list for is in the play
position.
Use the DISC select buttons on the remote, or
the DIRECT PLAY buttons on the front panel to
• Use the following controls during random select the disc.
play: 2 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Play
Button What it does Mode’.
• Alternatively, press PROGRAM (SHIFT +
 Stop and cancel random play. 1) and skip to step 5.
 Selects another track/chapter at 3 Select ‘Program’ from the list of
random from those remaining. functions on the left.
 Returns to the beginning of the
Play Mode
current track/chapter. You can't
go back further than this. A-B Repeat Create/Edit
Repeat Playback Start
Random Playback Stop
• You can also use the RANDOM (SHIFT + Program Program Delete

3) button on the remote to select a random Search Mode

play mode. The random mode is indicated

in the front panel display and on-screen.
The random modes available are the same 4 Select ‘Create/Edit’ from the list of
as when choosing from the Play Mode program options.
menu. Press ENTER to start random play.
• To cancel random playback without Play Mode

stopping playback, press CLEAR. The disc A-B Repeat Create/Edit

will play to the end, then stop. Repeat Playback Start
Random Playback Stop
Program Program Delete
Search Mode
Creating and editing a DVD
program list
This feature lets you program the play order of
titles and chapters on the DVD disc currently in
the play position.
If you want to program the play order of CDs,
Video CD/Super VCDs or WMA/MP3 discs, see
Creating and editing a non-DVD program list on
page 48.

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06 Playing discs

5 Select a title or chapter for the first/ • To insert a step in the program list, move to
next step in the program list. the Program Step column and highlight
the step where you want a new step to
Program appear. After you select a title/chapter, all
Program Step Disc Title 1-38 Chapter 1-4
the program steps will move down one to
01. -01 . DVD Title 01 Chapter 001
02. . CD Title 02 Chapter 002 make space for the new one.
03. . DVD Title 03 Chapter 003
04. . ??? Title 04 Chapter 004 8 To play the program list, press  (play).
05. . --- Title 05
06. Title 06 • Program play remains active until you turn
07. Title 07
08. Title 08
off program play (see below), erase the
program list (see below), or switch off the
system.
• When this screen first appears, the first
title on the disc is highlighted. From here
you can select a title, or a chapter within a Creating and editing a non-
title. DVD program list
• Some titles and/or chapters of DVD discs This feature lets you program the play order of
may be grayed out, depending on the disc. folders and tracks on the CDs, Video CD/Super
Grayed out titles/chapters can’t be added VCDs and WMA/MP3 discs loaded.
to the program list. If you want to program the play order of a DVD
6 Press ENTER to add the highlighted disc, see Creating and editing a DVD program
item to the program list. list on page 47.
The program step number automatically 1 Make sure that a non-DVD disc is in the
moves to the next position. play position.
Use the DIRECT PLAY buttons on the front
Program
panel to select a disc.
Program Step Disc Title 1-38 Chapter 1-4
01. -01 . DVD Title 01 Chapter 001
02. . CD Title 02 Chapter 002
2 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Play
03. . DVD Title 03 Chapter 003 Mode’.
04. . ??? Title 04 Chapter 004
05. . --- Title 05 • Alternatively, press PROGRAM (SHIFT +
06. Title 06 1) and skip to step 5.
07. Title 07
08. Title 08
3 Select ‘Program’ from the list of
functions on the left.
7 Add further items to the program list in
the same way. Play Mode

• A program list can contain up to 24 steps. A-B Repeat Create/Edit

Repeat Playback Start
• To clear a step in the program list, move to Random Playback Stop
the Program Step column, highlight the Program Program Delete

step to clear and press CLEAR. Search Mode

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4 Select ‘Create/Edit’ from the list of • If a tray position is empty, ‘– – –’ is

program options. displayed.

Play Mode
6 Press ENTER to add the highlighted
item to the program list.
A-B Repeat Create/Edit The program step number automatically
Repeat Playback Start
Random Playback Stop
moves to the next position.
Program Program Delete
Search Mode
Program
Program Step Disc Folder 1-6 Track 1-10
01. -001-003 . WMA/MP3 001. Electro A-M 001. Gravity Deluxe
02. -001-003 . CD 002. Electro N-Z 002. Tesla's Patent
03. . DVD 003. Rock 1 003. Border Dispute
5 Select a folder or track for the first/next 04. . ??? 004. Rock 2 004. Delayed by Rai
step in the program list. 05. . --- 005. Jazz 005. Pigeon Post
06. 006. Classical 006. Outernational
07. 007. Panic Button
Program 08. 008. Accident Incide
Program Step Disc Folder 1-6 Track 1-10
01. -01 . WMA/MP3 001. Electro A-M 001. Gravity Deluxe
02. . CD 002. Electro N-Z 002. Tesla's Patent
03. . DVD 003. Rock 1 003. Border Dispute
7 Add further items to the program list in
04. . ??? 004. Rock 2 004. Delayed by Rai the same way.
05. . --- 005. Jazz 005. Pigeon Post
06. 006. Classical 006. Outernational • A program list can contain up to 24 steps.
07. 007. Panic Button
08. 008. Accident Incide • To clear a step in the program list, move to
the Program Step column, highlight the
step to clear and press CLEAR.
• When this screen first appears, the first
• To insert a step in the program list, move to
folder or track of the disc in the play
the Program Step column and highlight
position is highlighted. From here you can
the step where you want a new step to
select something on this disc, or move left
appear. After you select a folder/track, all
to the Disc column and select something
the program steps will move down one to
from one of the other discs loaded.
make space for the new one.
• With WMA/MP3 discs, you can select a
folder, or an individual track in a folder. 8 To play the program list, press  (play).
• Program play remains active until you turn
• With CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs,
off program play (see below), erase the
select a track.
program list (see below), or switch off the
• Any DVDs loaded are shown grayed out system.
and can’t be selected.
• If the system has not yet determined the
type of disc in a tray position, ‘???’ is
displayed as the disc type. If you select it,
• Use the following controls during program
‘??? 1-999’ is displayed in the middle and
play:
right columns. You can add items to the
program list from this disc, although what Button What it does
you select must actually exist on the disc
for it to play. Also, if the disc is a DVD, HOME Save the program list and exit
program play will be canceled when it MENU the program edit screen without
comes to that disc in the program list starting playback.

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06 Playing discs

Button What it does Searching a disc

 Skip to the next step in the You can search DVD discs by title or chapter
program list. number, or by time. CDs can be searched by
track number, and Video CD/Super VCDs by
CLEAR Switch off program play. Press track number or time. WMA/MP3 discs can be
while stopped to erase the searched by folder or track number.
program list.
1 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Play
RETURN Exit the program edit screen Mode’.
without saving any changes. 2 Select ‘Search Mode’ from the list of
functions on the left.
The search options that appear depend on the
kind of disc loaded. The screen below shows
• The current playlist is erased if you change the DVD search options.
the type of disc in the play position (DVD or
non-DVD) or select Program Delete from Play Mode

the Play Mode menu. A-B Repeat Title Search

Repeat Chapter Search
• DVD playback follows commands recorded Random Time Search
on the disc. There may be cases where Program
Search Mode
program play is automatically canceled or
may not work. This is not a malfunction
• With Video CD/Super VCDs that feature
PBC playback, make sure that the disc is 3 Select a search mode.
stopped before you start making the • The disc must be playing in order to use
program list. time search.
4 Use the number buttons to enter a title,
Other functions available from the chapter, folder or track number, or a time.
program menu
Play Mode
There are a number of other options in the
program menu in addition to Create/Edit. A-B Repeat Title Search
Input Chapter
Repeat Chapter Search
• Playback Start – Starts playback of a Random Time Search 0 0 1
saved program list Program
Search Mode
• Playback Stop – Turns off program play,
but does not erase the program list
• Program Delete – Erases the program list • For a time search, enter the number of
and turns off program play minutes and seconds into the currently
playing title (DVD) or track (Video CD/
Super VCD) you want playback to resume
from. For example, press 4, 5, 0, 0 to have
playback start from 45 minutes into the
disc. For 1 hour, 20 minutes and 30
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5 Press ENTER to start playback. Switching audio channels

when playing a Video CD/
Switching subtitles Super VCD
Some DVD discs have subtitles in one or more When playing a Video CD, you can switch
languages; the disc box will usually tell you between stereo, just the left channel or just the
which subtitle languages are available. You right channel.
can switch subtitle language during playback.
Super VCD supports four channels of audio.
• Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select a You can switch the playback channel between
subtitle option. Stereo 1, Left 1, Right 1, Stereo 2, Left 2 and
Right 2 (note that not all Super VCDs have a
Current / Total
Subtitle 1/2 English second soundtrack).
• Press AUDIO repeatedly to select an
audio channel option.

• Some discs only allow you to change Audio Stereo

subtitle language from the disc menu.

Press DVD MENU to access.
• To set subtitle preferences, see Language Zooming the screen
settings on page 64. Using the zoom feature you can magnify a part
of the screen by a factor of 2 or 4, while
watching a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD.
Switching DVD audio
1 During playback, use the ZOOM button
language to select the zoom factor (Normal, 2x or
When playing a DVD disc recorded with dialog 4x).
in two or more languages, you can switch • Since DVD and Video CD/Super VCD has a
audio language during playback. fixed resolution, picture quality will
• Press AUDIO repeatedly to select an deteriorate, especially at 4x zoom. This is
audio language option. not a malfunction.
2 Use the cursor buttons to change the
Current /Total
Audio 1/2 French Dolby Digital 3/2.1CH zoomed area.
You can change the zoom factor and the
zoomed area freely during playback.
• If the navigation square at the top of the
• Some discs only allow you to change audio screen disappears, press ZOOM again to
language from the disc menu. Press DVD display it.
MENU to access.
• To set audio language preferences, see
Language settings on page 64.

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• DVD / DVD-RW displays

• If you are displaying subtitles, these will 2 T 1 1 07 00 Disc no.

disappear when the screen is zoomed. Title no.
They will reappear when you return the Remaining title time
screen to normal. Disc no.
2 2 0 42
Chapter no.
Switching camera angles Remaining chapter
time
Some DVD discs feature scenes shot from two
or more angles—check the disc box for details.
• CD and Video CD/Super VCD displays
When a multi-angle scene is playing, a
icon appears on screen and in the front panel 1 4 1 16 Disc no.
display to let you know that other angles are Track no.
available (this can be switched off if you Elapsed track time
prefer—see Display settings on page 64). Disc no.
1 4 3 20
• During playback (or when paused), Track no.
press ANGLE to switch angle. Remaining track time

1 Ds c 53 15 Disc no.
Displaying disc information Remaining disc time

OSD disc information • WMA/MP3 disc displays

Various track, chapter and title information Disc no.
4 2 0 35
can be displayed on-screen while a disc is Track no.
playing. Elapsed track time
• To show/switch/hide the information Disc no.
4 EVERYBOD
displayed, press DISPLAY (SHIFT + 8) Track name
repeatedly.
• When a disc is playing, the information 4 BE S T_OF_ Disc no.
appears at the top of the screen. Folder name

Front panel display information • JPEG disc displays

Limited disc information also appears in the Disc no.
front panel display. Press DISPLAY (SHIFT + 2 T I GER_01
File name
8) to change the displayed information.
2 ZOO_TR I P Disc no.
• DVD / DVD-RW displays Folder name

2 2 8 49 Disc no.
Chapter no.
Elapsed title time

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Chapter 7
Viewing JPEG discs
Playing a JPEG slideshow
After loading a CD/CD-R/RW containing JPEG
pictures, press  (play) to start a slideshow
from the first folder/picture on the disc. The
pictures in each folder are displayed in • The  (pause), ANGLE and ZOOM buttons
alphabetical order. do not work while the display shows
Pictures are automatically adjusted so that LOADING.
they fill as much of the screen as possible (if • The time it takes for a file to load increases
the aspect ratio of the picture is different to with large file sizes.
your TV screen you may notice black bars at the • Up to 999 files are viewable on a disc. If
sides, or at the top and bottom of the screen). there are more files than this on a disc, only
While the slideshow is running: the first 999 files are viewable.
• If you want to play the WMA/MP3 tracks on
Button What it does
a disc that also contains JPEG picture files,
 Pauses the slideshow; press you should first set the Photoviewer
again to restart. option to Off. See Options on page 65.
 Displays the previous picture.
Use with SHIFT to jump to the Using the JPEG Disc Navigator
first file in the previous folder. and Photo Browser
 Displays the next picture. Use the JPEG Disc Navigator to find a
Use with SHIFT to jump to the particular folder or picture by filename on the
first file in the next folder. disc in the play position; use the Photo
Browser to find a picture within a folder by
ANGLE Pauses the slideshow and thumbnail image.
rotates the currently displayed
picture 90º clockwise. Press  1 Press DVD MENU to display the Disc
(play) to restart slideshow). Navigator screen.

ZOOM Pauses the slideshow and zooms Disc Navigator

the screen (see below). Press  Folder 1-2 File 1-40

001. FL000001
JPEG 001. F_001 002. FL000002
(play) to restart slideshow). 002. F_002 003. FL000003
004. FL000004
005. FL000005
DVD Displays the Disc Navigator 006. FL000006
MENU screen (see below). 007. FL000007
008. FL000008

FOLDER +/ Skips to the next/previous folder

FOLDER – when playing a JPEG disc. The left column shows the folders on the disc,
the right column shows the files in a folder.

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07 Viewing JPEG discs

2 Use the cursor buttons (
///) to Zooming the screen

navigate. Using the zoom feature you can magnify a part
When a file is highlighted, a thumbnail image of the screen by a factor of 2 or 4, while viewing
is displayed. pictures from a JPEG disc.
• When a folder is highlighted you can press
ENTER to open the Photo Browser screen 1 During slideshow playback, use the
for that folder. See below for more on using ZOOM button to select the zoom factor.
the Photo Browser. • Normal
• 2x
3 To resume the slideshow from the
highlighted file, press ENTER. • 4x

Normal
Using the Photo Browser
The Photo Browser displays nine thumbnail
images at a time from the current folder.
1 From the Disc Navigator screen,
Zoom 2x
highlight a folder to display then press
ENTER.
The Photo Browser screen opens with the first
nine pictures displayed as thumbnails.
Zoom 4x
Photo Browser 2 / 40 Live at Soft

• The slideshow is paused when the screen

is zoomed.
• Since JPEG pictures have a fixed
2 Use the cursor buttons (
///) to resolution, picture quality may deteriorate,
highlight a thumbnail picture. especially at 4x zoom. This is not a
• Use the track skip buttons ( and ) to malfunction.
see the previous / next page of thumbnails.
Keep the button pressed if you want to skip 2 Use the cursor buttons (
///) to
several pages; release when you reach the change the zoomed area.
page you want. You can change the zoom factor and the
zoomed area freely.
• To return to the Disc Navigator screen,
press RETURN. 3 To resume the slideshow, press 
(play).
3 Press ENTER to display the selected
thumbnail full size on screen.
The slideshow resumes from the selected
picture.

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Using the timer 08

Chapter 8
Using the timer
Setting the wake-up timer 1 Select the source you want played.
Use the wake-up timer to set the system to For example, press TUNER (TUNER FM/AM/
switch on at any time and start playing ST. on the front panel) to select the radio as
whatever source you want. your source.
2 Prepare the source.
For example, tune in the radio station you want
to wake up to.
• The clock must be set to the correct time 3 Set the volume.
for the wake-up timer to work properly (see
Setting the clock on page 27). 4 Press TIMER (SHIFT + 6) twice to reach
the timer menu.
5 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
to select ‘Wake-Up?’ then press ENTER.
STANDBY/ON

FM/AM L1/L2
DVD/CD TUNER TV LINE
6 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
to select ‘Timer Edit?’ then press ENTER.
7 Set the switch-on time.
Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons to set
VOLUME
the hour, then press ENTER. Set the minute in
the same way, pressing ENTER when you’re
done.
ENTER

8 Set the switch-off time.

Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons to set
the hour, then press ENTER. Set the minute in
the same way, pressing ENTER when you’re
done.
TIMER After pressing ENTER this last time, the wake-
ENTER

up indicator lights, and the switch-on, switch-

off times, the function (DVD/CD, etc.) and
SHIFT volume are confirmed in the display.
9 Switch the system into standby mode.
The wake-up timer will not work if the system is
left on!

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08 Using the timer

Setting the sleep timer

The sleep timer switches off the system after a
• You can check the timer settings in specified time so you can fall asleep without
standby by pressing TIMER (SHIFT + 6) worrying about it.
twice. (Press TIMER (SHIFT + 6) once to
display the current time.)

Turning the wake-up timer on/off • If you set the sleep timer while either the
If the wake-up timer is on, it will switch on the wake-up timer is active, the earlier switch
system everyday at the time you have set. off time takes priority.

1 Press TIMER (SHIFT + 6) twice to reach

the timer menu. STANDBY/ON

2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons DVD/CD

FM/AM
TUNER TV
L1/L2
LINE

to select ‘Wake-Up?’ then press ENTER.

3 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
to select ‘Timer On?’ or ‘Timer Off?’.
• You must have the timer set (see above) to
select On. The wake-up timer switches on
and off according to your previous settings.
4 Press ENTER. ENTER

• The wake-up timer will automatically be

canceled if the clock is reset.
TIMER
ENTER

SHIFT

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Using the timer 08

1 Press TIMER (SHIFT + 6) twice to reach

the timer menu.
2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
to select ‘Sleep?’ then press ENTER.
3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
to select a switch-off time then press
ENTER.
Choose between the following options:
• Sleep Auto – Available only in CD mode;
the system switches off automatically after
the currently playing disc has finished.
• Sleep 90 – System switches off after 90
minutes
• Sleep 60 – System switches off after an
hour
• Sleep 30 – System switches off after 30
minutes
• Off – cancels the sleep timer
4 To check how much time is left, repeat
steps 1 and 2.
The remaining time is displayed momentarily.

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09 Surround sound and other settings

Chapter 9
Surround sound and other settings
Using the System Setup menu 5 When you’re done, press ENTER to
All the available settings in the setup menu are leave the System Setup menu.
listed in Surround and sound setup options and
SR+ control options for Pioneer plasma displays
below. See the notes in each section for
additional information about the settings. • The System Setup menu is exited
Follow the steps below to customize the automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.
settings in the System Setup menu. • You can’t make these settings with the
Recording Mode (page 72) switched on.

SYSTEM SETUP
Surround and sound setup options
The Room Setup feature (page 27) is designed
ENTER
to give you a basic surround sound setup,
however you can make more detailed settings
that may improve the surround sound in your
listening room. Note that the first setting in
each section is the default.

Front speakers distance setting

Specifies the distance from your listening
SHIFT
position to the front speakers:
• Front 0.3 m to Front 9 m – Distance can
be set in increments of 0.3 m. The default is
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP (SHIFT + HOME 3 m.
MENU).
2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons Center speaker distance setting
to choose the setting you want to adjust. Specifies the distance from your listening
The current setting is shown for each option as position to the center speaker:
you cycle through the display. See below for a • Center 0.3 m to Center 9 m – Distance
full list and description of each. can be set in increments of 0.3 m. The
default is 3 m.
3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
to adjust the setting.
Surround speakers distance setting
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to make other Specifies the distance from your listening
settings. position to the surround speakers:

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Surround sound and other settings 09

• Surr. 0.3 m to Surr. 9 m – Distance can • This setting works only with dual mono
be set in increments of 0.3 m. The default encoded Dolby Digital or DTS soundtracks.
is 3 m. See the disc packaging for channel
information.
Dynamic Range Control
Specifies the amount of dynamic range LFE attenuator setting
adjustment to Dolby Digital or DTS Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include
soundtracks: ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as
• DRC Off – No dynamic range adjustment needed to prevent the ultra-low bass from
(use when listening at higher volume) distorting the sound.
• DRC Mid. – Mid setting • LFE ATT 0 – The LFE channel is played with
no attenuation
• DRC High – Dynamic range is reduced
(loud sounds are reduced in volume while • LFE ATT 10 – LFE channel is attenuated by
quieter sounds are increased) 10 dB
• LFE Off – LFE channel is not played

SR+ control options for Pioneer

• This setting works only with Dolby Digital
and some DTS soundtracks. For other
plasma displays
sources you can create a similar effect Make the following settings if you have
using the Midnight mode (see Using Quiet connected a Pioneer plasma display to this
and Midnight listening modes on page 41). unit using an SR+ cable (not supplied).
Note that in the function settings below, the
Dual mono setting number of video inputs may change depending
Specifies how dual mono encoded Dolby on your display. See also Using this unit with a
Digital or DTS soundtracks should be played. Pioneer plasma display on page 16.
You can also use this setting to switch the
audio channel on DVD-RW discs recorded with Control mode setting
two separate soundtracks. • SR+ Off – Switches SR+ off (this unit and
• L-Ch1 R-Ch2 – Both channels are played the plasma display work independently)
through the front speakers • SR+ On – Switches SR+ on (this unit
• Ch1 Mono – Only channel 1 is played sends control signals to the plasma
display)
• Ch2 Mono – Only channel 2 is played
The following settings are only available if the
Control mode setting (above) is switched on.

• On the Ch1 Mono and Ch2 Mono settings Volume control setting
the sound comes only from the center • Vol C.Off – This unit does not control the
speaker (or from the front speakers if volume of the plasma display
listening in STEREO mode).

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09 Surround sound and other settings

• Vol C.On – When this unit is switched to Setting the channel levels
an input that used the plasma display You can set the relative channel levels from
(DVD, for example), the volume on the your main listening position for all of the
plasma display is muted so only sound listening modes independently (except
from this unit is heard. STEREO).
If you used the Room Setup feature (page 27),
Function setting for DVD input
the channel levels for each listening mode will
• DVD -> OFF/PDP1–5/PDPTV – Matches already be set. However, you can still fine-tune
the DVD function of this unit with a the levels here if you need to.
numbered video input on the plasma
display. For example, DVD -> PDP2
matches the DVD input with video input 2
on the plasma display. SURROUND ADVANCED

Function setting for TV input

• TV -> OFF/PDP1–5/PDPTV – Matches the VOLUME

TV function of this unit with a numbered

video input on the plasma display. For
example, TV -> PDP1 matches the TV ENTER

input with video input 1 on the plasma

display.

Function setting for L1 input

• LINE1 -> OFF/PDP1–5/PDPTV – Matches TEST TONE CH LEVEL

the LINE (L1) function of this unit with a

numbered video input on the plasma
display. For example, LINE1 -> PDP3 SHIFT

matches the LINE1 input with video input 3

on the plasma display.
1 Select a listening mode.
Function setting for L2 input Press SURROUND, ADVANCED or FRONT
• LINE2 -> OFF/PDP1–5/PDPTV – Matches SURROUND repeatedly to select the listening
the LINE (L2) function of this unit with a mode you want.
numbered video input on the plasma
2 Press TEST TONE (SHIFT + 4) to hear the
display. For example, LINE2 -> PDP3
test tone.
matches the LINE2 input with video input 3
The test tone is output in the following order
on the plasma display.
(from the speakers active in the current
listening mode):
• L – Front left speaker
• C – Center speaker
• R – Front right speaker
• RS – Right surround speaker

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Surround sound and other settings 09

• LS – Left surround speaker

• SW – Subwoofer
3 Use the VOLUME +/– button to adjust
the volume to an appropriate level.
Turn down the volume to – 40 dB or less to
ensure you have adequate headroom.
4 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
to adjust the speaker levels in turn.
You should hear the test tone at the same
volume from each speaker when seated in the
main listening position. The channel level
range is ± 10 dB.
5 When you’re done, press ENTER to exit
test tone setup.

• The speaker volume can be adjusted while

listening to any sound source you want by
pressing CH LEVEL (SHIFT + 5) and then
using the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
to adjust the channel levels. After you’re
finished with one channel, use the /
(cursor left/right) buttons to move to the
next.

• When the AUTO listening mode is

selected, using the test tone method will
adjust levels for multichannel sources
only. Use CH LEVEL (SHIFT + 5) and the

/ (cursor up/down) buttons (see tip
above) to set levels for the AUTO listening
mode with two channel sources.
• Since the subwoofer produces ultra-low
frequencies its sound may seem quieter
than it actually is.

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10 Video Adjust menu

Chapter 10
Video Adjust menu
Video Adjust 2 Press  (cursor down) to select
• Default setting: Standard ‘Detailed Settings’ then press ENTER.
From the Video Adjust screen you can select Video Adjust
the standard video presentation or define
Memory1
presets of your own. Detailed Settings

1 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Video

Adjust’ from the on-screen display. 3 Adjust the picture quality settings.

Video Adjust Memory1

Recall Settings Memory1

2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons Contrast min max
Brightness min max
to select a preset. Chroma Level min max

Video Adjust

Standard

• Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons to

select a setting.
• Standard
• Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons to
• Memory1–2 – Use for saving your own adjust the current setting.
presets (see below)
• Press DISPLAY (SHIFT + 8) to switch
3 Press ENTER to make the setting and between full and single view.
exit the Video Adjust screen. • You can switch between preset numbers in
the Recall Settings menu item.
You can adjust any or all of the following
picture quality settings:
• Depending on the disc and the TV/monitor,
• Contrast – Adjusts the contrast between
you may not see the effect clearly.
light and dark.
• Brightness – Adjusts the overall
Creating your own presets brightness.
You can create up to two presets of your own.
• Chroma Level – Adjusts how saturated
1 Select one of the Memory presets (see colors appear.
above).
4 Press ENTER to save the preset and exit
the Video Adjust screen.

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Initial Settings menu 11

Chapter 11
Initial Settings menu
Using the Initial Settings menu
The Initial Settings menu gives you complete 2 Use the cursor buttons and ENTER to
control in setting up your DVD system, select the setting and option you want to
including video output settings and parental set.
lock settings, among others. All the settings and options are explained on
If an option is grayed out it means that it the following pages.
cannot be changed at the current time. This is
usually because a disc is playing. Stop the
disc, then change the setting.
• In the table below, the default setting is
1 Press HOME MENU and select ‘Initial shown in bold: other settings are shown in
Settings’ from the on-screen display. italics.
Initial Settings
• Some settings, such as TV Screen, Audio
Language and Subtitle Language may be
overridden by the DVD disc. Often these
settings can also be made from the DVD
disc menu.

Video Output settings

Setting Option What it means
TV Screen 4:3 (Letter Box) Set if you have a conventional 4:3 TV. Widescreen movies are
(See also Screen sizes shown with black bars top and bottom.
and disc formats on
page 78.) 4:3 (Pan & Scan) Set if you have a conventional 4:3 TV. Widescreen movies are
shown with the sides cropped so that the image fills the screen.

16:9 (Wide) Set if you have a widescreen TV.

Component Out Interlace Set if your TV is not compatible with progressive scan video.
(See also Connecting
using the component Progressive Set if your TV is compatible with progressive scan video (see
video output on your TV’s instruction manual for details). Press ENTER once
page 14.) more to confirm (or RETURN to cancel).
Note that progressive scan video is only output from the
component video jacks and that there is no output from the
composite and S-video jacks when this setting is selected.

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11 Initial Settings menu

Setting Option What it means

S-Video Out S2 Standard setting.
(See also Connecting
using the S-video output S1 If you find that the picture is stretched or distorted on the
on page 14.) default S2 setting, try changing it to this setting.

Language settings
Setting Option What it means
Audio Language English If there is an English soundtrack on the disc then it will be
played.

Languages as displayed If there is the language selected on the disc, then it will be
played.

Other Language Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see
Selecting languages using the language code list on page 78).

Subtitle Language English If there is are English subtitles on the disc then they will be
displayed.

Languages as displayed If there is the subtitle language selected on the disc, then it will
be displayed.

Other Language Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see
Selecting languages using the language code list on page 78).

DVD Menu Lan- w/Subtitle Lang. DVD disc menus will be displayed in the same language as
guage your selected subtitle language, if possible.

Languages as displayed DVD disc menus will be displayed in the selected language, if
possible.

Other Language Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see
Selecting languages using the language code list on page 78).

Subtitle Display On Subtitles are displayed according to your selected subtitle

language (see above).

Off Subtitles are always off by default when you play a DVD disc
(note that some discs override this setting).

Display settings
Setting Option What it means
OSD Language English On-screen displays of the player are in English.

Languages as displayed On-screen displays are shown in the language selected.

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Initial Settings menu 11

Setting Option What it means

On Screen Display On Operation displays (Play, Resume, Scan, and so on) are
shown on-screen.

Off Operation displays are not shown.

Angle Indicator On A camera icon is displayed on-screen during multi-angle

scenes on a DVD disc.

Off No multi-angle indication is shown.

Options
Setting Option What it means
Parental Lock See below See Parental Lock below.

Photo Viewer On Only the JPEG files are shown on discs that contains both
WMA/MP3 audio files and JPEG picture files.

Off WMA/MP3 audio file playback is possible.

Parental Lock Registering a new password

• Default level: Off; Default password: none; You must register a password before you can
Default Country code: us (2119) change the Parental Lock level or enter a
To give you some control over what your Country code.
children watch on your DVD player, some DVD- 1 Select ‘Password’.
Video discs feature a Parental Lock level. If
your player is set to a lower level than the disc, Initial Settings

the disc won’t play.

Video Output Parental Lock Password
Some discs also support the Country Code Language PhotoViewer Level Change

feature. The player does not play certain Display

Options
Country Code

scenes on these discs, depending on the

Country Code you set.

2 Use the number buttons to enter a 4-

• Not all discs use Parental Lock, and will digit password.
play without requiring the password first. The numbers you enter show up as asterisks
• If you forget your password, you’ll need to (*) on-screen.
reset the player to register a new password.
(see Resetting the system on page 68) 3 Press ENTER to register the password.
You will return to the Options menu screen.

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11 Initial Settings menu

Changing your password • The new Country code is set and you will
To change your password, confirm your return to the Options menu screen. Note
existing password then enter a new one. that the new Country code doesn’t take
effect until the next disc is loaded (or the
1 Select ‘Password Change’. current disc is reloaded).
2 Use the number buttons to enter your
existing password, then press ENTER.
3 Enter a new password and press ENTER.
This registers the new password and you will
return to the Options menu screen.

Setting/changing the Parental Lock

1 Select ‘Level Change’.
2 Use number buttons to enter your
password, then press ENTER.
3 Select a new level and press ENTER.
• Press  (cursor left) repeatedly to lock
more levels (more discs will require the
password); press  (cursor right) to
unlock levels. You can’t lock level 1.
This sets the new level and you will return to the
Options menu screen.

Setting/changing the Country code

You can find the Country code list on page 79.
1 Select ‘Country Code’.
2 Use number buttons to enter your
password, then press ENTER.
3 Select a Country code and press ENTER.
There are two ways you can do this:
• Select by code letter: Use
/ (cursor up/
down) to change the Country code.
• Select by code number: Press (cursor
right) then use the number buttons to enter
the 4-digit Country code.

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Additional information 12

Chapter 12
Additional information
Optional system settings System Setup menu options in standby
These settings are accessed by using the Below are all the available settings in the setup
System Setup menu while in standby. menu. The first setting in each section is the
default. See also the notes in each section for
additional information about the settings.

SYSTEM SETUP
Child lock setting
ENTER
The Child Lock feature is useful when you’ve
set the wake-up timer and don’t want the
system switched on before it activates.
• Lock On – Makes the front panel buttons
and controls inoperative.
• Lock Off – Restores regular use of the
front panel buttons and controls.

Clock format setting

SHIFT
Specifies how the clock is displayed:
• 12-Hour – Sets the clock to show in 12-
1 Switch the system into standby. hour format in the display.
2 Press SYSTEM SETUP (SHIFT + HOME • 24-Hour – Sets the clock to show in 24-
MENU). hour format in the display.

3 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons

TV attenuator setting
to choose the setting you want to adjust
then press ENTER. If the source connected to the TV analog input
The current setting is shown for each option as is producing distortion through the speakers,
you cycle through the display. See below for a the attenuator will reduce the signal level.
full list and description of each. • ATT 6dB – Reduces the signal level by 6 dB.
4 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons • ATT 10dB – Reduces the signal level by 10
to adjust the setting. dB.
• ATT Off – No attenuation
5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to make other
settings.
Line attenuator setting
6 Press ENTER to confirm. If the source connected to the LINE analog
input is distorting, the attenuator can reduce
the signal level.
• ATT 6dB – Reduces the signal level by 6 dB.

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• ATT 10dB – Reduces the signal level by 10

dB.
• ATT Off – No attenuation • After setting the clock, the demo mode
switches off automatically. However, if you
Frequency step setting unplug the system from the wall outlet, the
Not applicable to the Saudi Arabian model demo mode will revert to Demo On (and
the clock will be reset).
If you find that you can’t tune into stations
successfully, the frequency step may not be
suitable for your country/region. Watching NTSC on a PAL TV
• FM 50. AM 9 (MOD. PAL)
• FM 100. AM 10 Most models of the newly developed count-
down PAL TV system detect 50 Hz (PAL)/60 Hz
TV format setting (NTSC) and automatically switch vertical
The default setting of this system is AUTO, and amplitude, resulting in a display without
unless you notice that the picture is distorted vertical shrinkage. However, in some cases,
when playing some discs, you should leave it the image may appear without color.
set to AUTO. If you experience picture If your PAL TV does not have a V-Hold control,
distortion with some discs, set the TV system to you may not be able to watch NTSC discs
match your country or region’s system. Doing because of picture roll. If the TV has a V-Hold
this, however, may restrict the kinds of disc you control, adjust it until the picture stops rolling.
can watch. The table below shows what kinds On some TVs, the picture may shrink vertically,
of disc are compatible with each setting leaving black bands at the top and bottom of
(AUTO, PAL and NTSC). the screen. This is not a malfunction; it is
Disc Player setting caused by the NTSC to PAL conversion.

Type Format NTSC PAL AUTO

Resetting the system
DVD NTSC NTSC MOD.PAL NTSC
Use this procedure to reset all system settings
/Super VCD PAL NTSC PAL PAL to the factory default.
Video CD NTSC NTSC MOD.PAL NTSC 1 Switch the system into standby.
PAL NTSC PAL PAL 2 Press and hold the front panel  (stop)
button for about 8 seconds until the
CD/no disc — NTSC PAL NTSC or display shows ‘Mem.Clr.?’.
PAL
3 Press the front panel button.
All the system’s settings are now reset, and
System demo setting you should see the ‘Let’s Get Started’ screen.
Switches the automatic demo feature on or off
(this starts when the system is plugged in for
the first time):
• Demo On – Switches the demo feature on.
• Demo Off – Switches the demo feature off.

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Using and taking care of discs The diagram below shows the various DVD
regions of the world.

Titles, chapters and tracks

DVD discs are generally divided into one or
more titles. Titles may be further subdivided
into chapters.

Title 1 Title 2 Title 3

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

Handling discs
CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs are divided into When holding discs of any type, take care not
tracks. to leave fingerprints, dirt or scratches on the
disc surface. Hold the disc by its edge or by the
center hole and edge.
Damaged or dirty discs can affect playback
performance. Take care also not to scratch the
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Track 6 label side of the disc. Although not as fragile as
the recorded side, scratches can still result in
CD-ROMs contain folders and files. WMA/MP3 a disc becoming unusable.
files are referred to as tracks. Folders may
contain further folders. Should a disc become marked with
fingerprints, dust, etc., clean using a soft, dry
cloth, wiping the disc lightly from the center to
the outside edge as shown in the diagram
.mp3

.mp3

.mp3

.mp3

.jpg

.jpg

Folder A Folder B Folder C below.

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 1 File 1 File 2

DVD Video regions

All DVD Video discs carry a region mark on the
case somewhere that indicates which
region(s) of the world the disc is compatible Wipe lightly from the center of the disc using
with. Your DVD system also has a region mark, straight strokes.
which you can find on the rear panel. Discs
from incompatible regions will not play in this
system. Discs marked ALL will play in any
system.

Don’t wipe the disc surface using circular

strokes.

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If necessary, use a cloth soaked in alcohol, or a This system is designed for use with
commercially available CD/DVD cleaning kit to conventional, fully circular discs only. Use of
clean a disc more thoroughly. Never use shaped discs is not recommended for this
benzine, thinner or other cleaning agents, product. Pioneer disclaims all liability arising
including products designed for cleaning vinyl in connection with the use of shaped discs.
records.
Proper installation and
Storing discs
Although CDs and DVD discs are more durable
maintenance of this system
than vinyl records, you should still take care to
handle and store discs correctly. When you're Hints on installation
not using a disc, return it to its case and store We want you to enjoy using this system for
upright. Avoid leaving discs in excessively cold, years to come, so please bear in mind the
humid, or hot environments (including under following points when choosing a suitable
direct sunlight). location for it:
Don't glue paper or put stickers onto the disc,
Do...
or use a pencil, ball-point pen or other sharp-
 Use in a well-ventilated room.
tipped writing instrument. These could all
damage the disc.  Place on a solid, flat, level surface, such as
a table, shelf or stereo rack.
Don’t...
 Use in a place exposed to high
temperatures or humidity, including near
For more detailed care information see the radiators and other heat-generating
instructions that come with discs. appliances.
Do not load more than one disc into the player  Place on a window sill or other place where
at a time. the system will be exposed to direct
sunlight.
Discs to avoid  Use in an excessively dusty or damp
Discs spin at high speed inside the player. If environment.
you can see that a disc is cracked, chipped,  Place directly on top of an amplifier, or
warped, or otherwise damaged, don't risk other component in your stereo system
using it—you could end up damaging the that becomes hot in use.
player.
 Use near a television or monitor as you may
experience interference—especially if the
television uses an indoor antenna.
 Use in a kitchen or other room where the
system may be exposed to smoke or steam.
 Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with
cloth—this may prevent proper cooling of
the system unit.

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 Place on an unstable surface, or one that is electric shock. Do not place the system unit, a
not large enough to support all four of the piece of furniture, or other object on the power
system unit’s feet. cord or pinch the cord in any other way. Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other
cords. The power cord should be routed so that
Cleaning the pickup lens they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged
The DVD player’s lens should not become dirty power cord can cause a fire or give you an
in normal use, but if for some reason it should electric shock. Check the power cord once in a
malfunction due to dust or dirt, consult your while. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest
nearest Pioneer authorized service center. Pioneer authorized service center or your
Although lens cleaners are commercially dealer for a replacement.
available, we do not recommend using them
since some may damage the lens.
Connecting external antennas
Problems with condensation
Condensation may form inside the system unit External AM antenna
if it is brought into a warm room from outside, Use 5 to 6 meters of vinyl-insulated wire and set
or if the temperature of the room rises quickly. up either indoors or outdoors. Leave the AM
Although the condensation won’t damage the loop antenna connected.
system, it may temporarily impair its
performance. For this reason you should leave Outdoor antenna

it to adjust to the warmer temperature for

about an hour before switching on and using. Indoor ANTENNA
antenna AM LOOP
(vinyl-coated ANTENNA

wire)
Moving the system unit 5 m to 6 m FM
UNBAL
75

If you need to move the main unit, first remove

all discs, then press  STANDBY/ON on the
front panel to turn the system off. Wait for External FM antenna
Good Bye to disappear from the display, then Use 75 Ω coaxial cable to hook up an external
unplug the power cord. Never lift or move the FM antenna.
system during playback—discs rotate at a high
speed and may be damaged.

• Unplugging the system before Good Bye

disappears from the display may cause the 75 Ω coaxial cable
system to return to the factory settings.
ANTENNA

AM LOOP
ANTENNA
Power cord caution
Handle the power cord by the plug part. Do not FM
UNBAL
75
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

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Connecting auxiliary components These include digital components such as an

This system has both stereo analog inputs and MD player, digital satellite, or a game system.
outputs, as well as a coaxial digital input. Use Connect using a coaxial digital cable (not
these to connect external components, such supplied).
as your VCR, MD or CD-R recorder.

Tape deck, etc.

• If you find that the LINE 1 audio is

distorting when played through this
AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT OUTPUT system, you can set the input attenuator to
reduce the input signal level. See Optional
system settings on page 67 to do this.

Recording mode
The Recording mode allows you to make
surround-compatible analog recordings from
the LINE 1 (OUT) jacks. Dolby multichannel
ANTENNA sources will be downmixed to stereo for
AUDIO
OUT IN IN
AM LOOP
ANTENNA improved playback with systems that can
COAXIAL IN
L L
FM
provide matrix-decoding (like Dolby Pro Logic).
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LINE 2 75
R R
LINE 1 TV 1 Press SOUND MODE.
2 Use the Use the / (cursor left/right)
• Connect the LINE 1 (IN) jacks to the buttons to select ‘Rec Mode?’.
analog outputs of an external playback
component. 3 Press ENTER.
These include components such as a VCR or
4 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
cassette deck. Connect using RCA pin-plug
to select ‘R.Mode On’ or ‘R.Mode Off’.
stereo cables.
• R.Mode On – A surround-compatible
• Connect the LINE 1 (OUT) jacks to the downmix (left-total/right-total, or Lt/Rt) of
analog inputs of an external recording Dolby multichannel sources is output,
component. (suitable for Dolby Surround Pro Logic or
These include components such as a cassette other matrix decoding).
deck, VCR, MD or another recorder with analog • R.Mode Off – A simple stereo downmix
inputs. Connect using RCA pin-plug stereo (left-only/right-only, or Lo/Ro) is output
cables. (suitable for playback on a two-channel
• Connect the COAX IN (LINE 2) jack on stereo system or on headphones).
the rear panel to the coaxial digital output
of an external playback component.
COA
XIA
L IN
LIN
E2

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• When Recording mode is on, most

surround sound-related functions cannot
be used. The display will briefly blink
RecMode On if you try and use a
prohibited function while Recording mode
is on.
• When Recording mode is off, the audio
from the analog output may be interrupted,
depending on the operation.
• The Recording mode automatically
switches off if you change the input
function (DVD/CD, TUNER, etc.) or switch
the power off.

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Troubleshooting
Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is
something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in
another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the
trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer
authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

• If the system is not operating normally due to external effects such as static electricity,
disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to resume normal operation.

General
Problem Remedy
The power does not turn • Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.
on. • Disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and insert again.
• Make sure there are no loose strands of speaker wire touching the rear
panel. This could cause the system to shut off automatically.
No sound is output when • If you’re using the line input, make sure the component is connected
a function is selected. correctly (see Connecting auxiliary components on page 72).
• Press MUTE on the remote control to turn muting off.
• Adjust the VOLUME.
No image is output when • Make sure the TV is connected correctly (see Connecting to your TV on
playing discs. page 13).
• Reset the video output to interlace (see Watching progressive scan video
from the component video outputs on page 15).
No sound from surround • Refer to Setting the channel levels on page 60 to check speaker levels.
or center speakers. • Check that you haven’t selected the STEREO sound mode (see Listening
in stereo on page 40).
• Make sure the speakers are connected properly (see Connecting the
speakers on page 10).
Can’t operate the remote • Replace the batteries (see Putting the batteries in the remote control on
control. page 7).
• Operate within 7 m, 30° of the remote sensor on the front panel (see
Using the remote control on page 8).
• Remove any obstacles or operate from another position.
• Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light.
• You won’t be able to use the remote sensor of this unit with the
CONTROL IN jack of this unit connected to the CONTROL OUT jack of
your plasma display. You can use the remote sensor of the plasma display
(even in standby) as long as the power isn’t switched off.

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Problem Remedy
Sound Demo shows in • Press and hold  (stop) on the front panel for about five seconds. The
the display and the unit disc tray ejects automatically to indicate the Sound Demo mode is
can’t be controlled. disabled.
Timer indicator is blinking • Unplug the system, then plug back in. Wait for one minute then switch
and the system will not on.
switch on. • Make sure the fan at the rear of the system unit is not being blocked.
• Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
• Make sure the voltage of the mains power source is correct for the
model.
• If the problem persists, take it to your nearest Pioneer
authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.

DVD/CD/Video CD/Super VCD player

Problem Remedy
The disc is ejected • Clean the disc.
automatically after • Align the disc properly in the disc guide.
loading. • If the region number on a DVD-video disc does not match the number
on the system unit, the disc cannot be used (see DVD Video regions on
page 69).
• Allow time for any condensation inside the system unit to evaporate.
Avoid using the system near an air-conditioning unit.
Playback is not possible. • If the disc is loaded upside down, reload the disc with the label side face
up.
Picture playback stops • Press  (stop), then  (play) to start playback again.
and the operation buttons • Switch the power off once, then on again using the front panel
cannot be used.  STANDBY/ON button.
Settings are canceled. • When the power is cut due to power failure or by unplugging the power
cord, settings will be canceled.
No picture/No color. • Check that connections are correct and that plugs are inserted fully.
• Check the instruction manual of the TV/monitor to make sure the TV/
monitor settings are incorrect.
Screen is stretched or • The TV Screen setting is incorrect. Set the TV Screen option to match
aspect does not change. the TV/monitor you're using (see Video Output settings on page 63).
CD won’t play. • Set the PhotoViewer menu option in the Initial Settings menu to Off to
be able to play some copy-protected CDs. See Options on page 65.

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Problem Remedy
When recorded on a VCR • This system uses copy-protection technology which may prevent
or passed through an AV recording or cause picture problems when connected through a VCR or
selector, there is AV selector. This is not a malfunction.
disturbance in the
playback picture.
Picture disturbance • This system is compatible with Macro-Vision System copy guard. Some
during playback or dark. discs include a copy prevention signal, and when this type of disc is
played back, stripes etc., may appear on some sections of the picture
depending on the TV. This is not a malfunction.
• Discs respond differently to particular system functions. This may result
in the screen becoming black for a brief instant or shaking slightly when
the function is executed. These problems are largely due to differences
between discs and disc content and are not malfunctions of this system.

Noticeable difference in • DVDs and CDs use different recording methods. This is not a
DVD and CD volume. malfunction.

WMA/MP3/JPEG discs
Problem Remedy
CD-ROM disc is not • Make sure that the CD-ROM was recorded using the ISO 9660 disc
recognized by the system. format. See Disc / content format playback compatibility on page 8 for
other disc compatibility information.

Files don’t show up in the • The files on the disc must be named with the correct file extension:
Disc Navigator/Photo .mp3 for MP3 files; .wma for WMA files; .jpg for JPEG files (upper or lower-
Browser. case is OK). See Disc / content format playback compatibility on page 8 for
other disc compatibility information.

Can play JPEG files, but • Set the PhotoViewer menu option in the Initial Settings menu to Off to
not WMA/MP3 files on be able to access the WMA/MP3 files. Set to On to be able to play the
the same disc (or vice JPEG files. See Options on page 65.
versa).

Can’t play WMA files. • The files were recorded using DRM (digital rights management). This is
not a malfunction. See DRM in the Glossary on page 81.

Tuner
Problem Remedy
Auto tuning does not pick • The radio signal is weak. Auto tuning will only detect radio stations with
up some stations. a good signal. For more sensitive tuning, connect an outdoor antenna.

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Problem Remedy
Sound is mono only. • Check that the tuner is not set to FM mono (see Improving poor FM
reception on page 35).

Considerable noise in • Tune into the correct frequency.

radio broadcasts. • Connect the antenna (see Connecting the supplied antennas on page 18
and Connecting external antennas on page 71).
• Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and
secure to a wall.
• Connect an outdoor FM antenna (see Connecting external antennas on
page 71).
• Adjust the direction and position for best reception.
• Connect an additional internal or external AM antenna (see AM loop
antenna on page 18 and Connecting external antennas on page 71).
• Turn off any other equipment that may be causing the noise or move it
away from the system unit.
• The tuning interval is incorrect for your country or region. Try switching
the tuning interval (frequency step) (see TV attenuator setting on page 67).

Error Messages
Message Description
Child Lock • This message appears when the front panel buttons are pressed when
the child lock feature is active. See Child lock setting on page 67 for more
on switching on/off the child lock.

Rec Mode On • Blinks rapidly for 2 seconds when an operation is prohibited because
the Recording Mode is on (see Recording mode on page 72).
Phones In • Blinks rapidly for 2 seconds when an operation is prohibited because
headphones are connected.

96k Stereo • Blinks rapidly for 2 seconds when an operation is prohibited because
the source is digital 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz PCM.

No Surr. SP • Blinks rapidly for 2 seconds when an operation is prohibited because

there is no surround speaker output.

Muting • Blinks rapidly for 2 seconds when an operation is prohibited because

the sound is muted (press the MUTE button to turn the sound on).

Exit • Appears briefly when a menu is automatically exited after a set period of
inactivity.

SR+ Error • Appears when there is a communication problem between the unit and
the plasma display. Check all connections and retry.

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Screen sizes and disc formats Set to 4:3 (Pan&Scan), widescreen discs are
DVD-Video discs come in several different shown with the left and right sides cropped.
screen aspects, ranging from TV programs, Although the picture looks larger, you don’t
which are generally 4:3, to CinemaScope actually see the whole picture.
widescreen movies, with an aspect ratio of up
to about 7:3.
Televisions also come in different aspect
ratios; ‘standard’ 4:3 and widescreen 16:9.

Widescreen TV users Please note that many widescreen discs

If you have a widescreen TV, the TV Screen override the system’s settings so that the disc
setting (page 63) of this system should be set is shown in letterbox format regardless of the
to 16:9 (Wide). setting.
When you watch discs recorded in 4:3 format,
you can use the TV controls to select how the
picture is presented. Your TV may offer various
zoom and stretch options; see the instructions • Using the 16:9 (Wide) setting with a
that came with your TV for details. standard 4:3 TV, or either of the 4:3 settings
Please note that some movie aspect ratios are with a widescreen TV, will result in a
wider than 16:9, so even though you have a distorted picture.
widescreen TV, these discs will still play in a
‘letterbox’ style with black bars at the top and Selecting languages using the
bottom of the screen.
language code list
Some of the language options allow you to set
Standard TV users your preferred language from any of the 136
If you have a standard TV, the TV Screen setting languages listed in the Language code list on
(page 63) of this system should be set to 4:3 page 79.
(Letter Box) or 4:3 (Pan&Scan), depending on
which you prefer. 1 Select ‘Other Language’.
Set to 4:3 (Letter Box), widescreen discs are 2 Use the / (cursor left/right) buttons
shown with black bars top and bottom. to select either a code letter or a code
number.
3 Use the
/ (cursor up/down) buttons
to select a code letter or a code number.
See Language code list on page 79 for a
complete list of languages and codes.

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Language code list

Language (Language code letter), Language code
Japanese (ja), 1001 Estonian (et), 0520 Lingala (ln), 1214 Slovak (sk), 1911
English (en), 0514 Basque (eu), 0521 Laothian (lo), 1215 Slovenian (sl), 1912
French (fr), 0618 Persian (fa), 0601 Lithuanian (lt), 1220 Samoan (sm), 1913
German (de), 0405 Finnish (fi), 0609 Latvian (lv), 1222 Shona (sn), 1914
Italian (it), 0920 Fiji (fj), 0610 Malagasy (mg), 1307 Somali (so), 1915
Spanish (es), 0519 Faroese (fo), 0615 Maori (mi), 1309 Albanian (sq), 1917
Dutch (nl), 1412 Frisian (fy), 0625 Macedonian (mk), 1311 Serbian (sr), 1918
Russian (ru), 1821 Irish (ga), 0701 Malayalam (ml), 1312 Siswati (ss), 1919
Chinese (zh), 2608 Scots-Gaelic (gd), 0704 Mongolian (mn), 1314 Sesotho (st), 1920
Korean (ko), 1115 Galician (gl), 0712 Moldavian (mo), 1315 Sundanese (su), 1921
Greek (el), 0512 Guarani (gn), 0714 Marathi (mr), 1318 Swedish (sv), 1922
Afar (aa), 0101 Gujarati (gu), 0721 Malay (ms), 1319 Swahili (sw), 1923
Abkhazian (ab), 0102 Hausa (ha), 0801 Maltese (mt), 1320 Tamil (ta), 2001
Afrikaans (af), 0106 Hindi (hi), 0809 Burmese (my), 1325 Telugu (te), 2005
Amharic (am), 0113 Croatian (hr), 0818 Nauru (na), 1401 Tajik (tg), 2007
Arabic (ar), 0118 Hungarian (hu), 0821 Nepali (ne), 1405 Thai (th), 2008
Assamese (as), 0119 Armenian (hy), 0825 Norwegian (no), 1415 Tigrinya (ti), 2009
Aymara (ay), 0125 Interlingua (ia), 0901 Occitan (oc), 1503 Turkmen (tk), 2011
Azerbaijani (az), 0126 Interlingue (ie), 0905 Oromo (om), 1513 Tagalog (tl), 2012
Bashkir (ba), 0201 Inupiak (ik), 0911 Oriya (or), 1518 Setswana (tn), 2014
Byelorussian (be), 0205 Indonesian (in), 0914 Panjabi (pa), 1601 Tonga (to), 2015
Bulgarian (bg), 0207 Icelandic (is), 0919 Polish (pl), 1612 Turkish (tr), 2018
Bihari (bh), 0208 Hebrew (iw), 0923 Pashto, Pushto (ps), 1619 Tsonga (ts), 2019
Bislama (bi), 0209 Yiddish (ji), 1009 Portuguese (pt), 1620 Tatar (tt), 2020
Bengali (bn), 0214 Javanese (jw), 1023 Quechua (qu), 1721 Twi (tw), 2023
Tibetan (bo), 0215 Georgian (ka), 1101 Rhaeto-Romance (rm), 1813 Ukrainian (uk), 2111
Breton (br), 0218 Kazakh (kk), 1111 Kirundi (rn), 1814 Urdu (ur), 2118
Catalan (ca), 0301 Greenlandic (kl), 1112 Romanian (ro), 1815 Uzbek (uz), 2126
Corsican (co), 0315 Cambodian (km), 1113 Kinyarwanda (rw), 1823 Vietnamese (vi), 2209
Czech (cs), 0319 Kannada (kn), 1114 Sanskrit (sa), 1901 Volapük (vo), 2215
Welsh (cy), 0325 Kashmiri (ks), 1119 Sindhi (sd), 1904 Wolof (wo), 2315
Danish (da), 0401 Kurdish (ku), 1121 Sangho (sg), 1907 Xhosa (xh), 2408
Bhutani (dz), 0426 Kirghiz (ky), 1125 Serbo-Croatian (sh), 1908 Yoruba (yo), 2515
Esperanto (eo), 0515 Latin (la), 1201 Sinhalese (si), 1909 Zulu (zu), 2621

Country code list

Country, Country code, Country code letter
Argentina, 0118, ar Hong Kong, 0811, hk Philippines, 1608, ph
Australia, 0121, au India, 0914, in Portugal, 1620, pt
Austria, 0120, at Indonesia, 0904, id Russian Federation, 1821, ru
Belgium, 0205, be Italy, 0920, it Singapore, 1907, sg
Brazil, 0218, br Japan, 1016, jp Spain, 0519, es
Canada, 0301, ca Korea, Republic of, 1118, kr Switzerland, 0308, ch
Chile, 0312, cl Malaysia, 1325, my Sweden, 1905, se
China, 0314, cn Mexico, 1324, mx Taiwan, 2023, tw
Denmark, 0411, dk Netherlands, 1412, nl Thailand, 2008, th
Finland, 0609, fi New Zealand, 1426, nz United Kingdom, 0702, gb
France, 0618, fr Norway, 1415, no United States of America, 2119, us
Germany, 0405, de Pakistan, 1611, pk

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Preset code list

Please note that there are cases where only certain functions may be controllable after assigning
the proper preset code, or the codes for the manufacturer in the list will not work for the model
that you are using.
ACURA 644 FRONTECH/PROTECH 632 MANESTH 639, 646 SAMBERS 649
ADMIRAL 631 FUJITSU 648, 629 MARANTZ 607 SAMSUNG 607, 638, 644, 646
AIWA 660 FUNAI 640, 646, 658 MARK 607 SANYO 635, 645, 648, 621, 614
AKAI 632, 635, 642 GBC 632, 642 MATSUI 607, 639, 640, 642, 644, SBR 607, 634
AKURA 641 GE 601, 608, 607, 610, 617, 602, 647, 648 SCHAUB LORENZ 642
ALBA 607, 639, 641, 644 628, 618 MEDIATOR 607 SCHNEIDER 607, 641, 647
AMSTRAD 642, 644, 647 GEC 607, 634, 648 MEMOREX 644 SEG 642, 646
ANITECH 644 GELOSO 632, 644 METZ 631
ASA 645 GENEXXA 631, 641 MINERVA 631, 653 MCMICHAEL 634
ASUKA 641 GOLDSTAR 610, 623, 621, 602, MITSUBISHI 609, 610, 602, 621, SEI 632, 640, 649
AUDIOGONIC 607, 636 607, 650 631 SELECO 631, 642
BASIC LINE 641, 644 GOODMANS 607, 639, 647, 648, MULTITECH 644, 649 SHARP 602, 619, 627
BAUR 631, 607, 642 656 NEC 659 SIAREM 632, 649
BEKO 638 GORENJE 638 NECKERMANN 631, 607 SIEMENS 631
BEON 607 GPM 641 NEI 607, 642 SINUDYNE 632, 639, 640, 649
BLAUPUNKT 631 GRAETZ 631, 642 NIKKAI 605, 607, 641, 646, 648 SKANTIC 643
BLUE SKY 641 GRANADA 607, 635, 642, 643, NOBLIKO 649 SOLAVOX 631
BLUE STAR 618 648 NOKIA 632, 642, 652 SONOKO 607, 644
BPL 618 GRADIENTE 630, 657 NORDMENDE 632, 636, 651, SONOLOR 631, 635
BRANDT 636 GRANDIN 618 652 SONTEC 607
BTC 641 GRUNDIG 631, 653 OCEANIC 631, 632, 642 SONY 604
BUSH 607, 641, 642, 644, 647, HANSEATIC 607, 642 ORION 632, 607, 639, 640 SOUNDWAVE 607
656 HCM 618, 644 OSAKI 641, 646, 648 STANDARD 641, 644
CASCADE 644 HINARI 607, 641, 644 OSO 641 STERN 631
CATHAY 607 HISAWA 618 OSUME 648 SUSUMU 641
CENTURION 607 HITACHI 631, 633, 634, 636, 642, OTTO VERSAND 631, 632, 607, SYSLINE 607
CGB 642 643, 654, 606, 610, 624, 625, 618 642 TANDY 631, 641, 648
CIMLINE 644 HUANYU 656 PALLADIUM 638 TASHIKO 634
CLARIVOX 607 HYPSON 607, 618, 646 PANAMA 646 TATUNG 607, 648
CLATRONIC 638 ICE 646, 647 PANASONIC 631, 607, 608,642, TEC 642
CONDOR 638 IMPERIAL 638, 642 622 TELEAVIA 636
CONTEC 644 INDIANA 607 PATHO CINEMA 642 TELEFUNKEN 636, 637, 652
CROSLEY 632 INGELEN 631 PAUSA 644 TELETECH 644
CROWN 638, 644 INTERFUNK 631, 632, 607, 642 PHILCO 632, 642 TENSAI 640, 641
CRYSTAL 642 INTERVISION 646, 649 PHILIPS 631, 607, 634, 656 THOMSON 636, 651, 652, 663
CYBERTRON 641 ISUKAI 641 PHOENIX 632 THORN 631, 607, 642, 645, 648
DAEWOO 607, 644, 656 ITC 642 PHONOLA 607 TOMASHI 618
DAINICHI 641 ITT 631, 632, 642 PROFEX 642, 644 TOSHIBA 605, 602, 626, 621, 653
DANSAI 607 JEC 605 PROTECH 607, 642, 644, 646, TOWADA 642
DAYTON 644 JVC 613, 623 649 ULTRAVOX 632, 642, 649
DECCA 607, 648 KAISUI 618, 641, 644 QUELLE 631, 632, 607, 642, 645, UNIVERSUM 631, 607, 638, 642,
DIXI 607, 644 KAPSCH 631 653 645, 646, 654, 655
DUMONT 653 KENDO 642 R-LINE 607 VESTEL 607
ELIN 607 KENNEDY 632, 642 RADIOLA 607 VICTOR 613
ELITE 641 KORPEL 607 RADIOSHACK 610, 623, 621, VOXSON 631
ELTA 644 KOYODA 644 602 WALTHAM 643
EMERSON 642 LEYCO 607, 640, 646, 648 RBM 653 WATSON 607
ERRES 607 LIESENK&TTER 607 RCA 601, 610, 615, 616, 617, 618, WATT RADIO 632, 642, 649
FERGUSON 607, 636, 651 LOEWE 607 661, 662, 609 WHITE
FINLANDIA 635, 643, 655 LUXOR 632, 642, 643 REDIFFUSION 632, 642 WESTINGHOUSE 607
FINLUX 632, 607, 645, 648, M-ELECTRONIC 631, 644, 645, REX 631, 646 YOKO 607, 642, 646
653, 654, 655 654, 655, 656, 607, 636, 651 ROADSTAR 641, 644, 646 ZENITH 603, 620
FIRSTLINE 640, 644 MAGNADYNE 632, 649 SABA 631, 636, 642, 651 PIONEER 600, 631, 632, 607,
FISHER 632, 635, 638, 645 MAGNAFON 649 SAISHO 639, 644, 646 636, 642, 651
FORMENTI 632, 607, 642 MAGNAVOX 607, 610, 603, 612, SALORA 631, 632, 642, 643
FRONTECH 631, 642, 646 629

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Glossary JPEG A standard file format used for still

images. JPEG files are identified by the
Analog audio Direct representation of sound by an file extension “.jpg”.
electrical signal. See also Digital audio.
MP3 MP3 (MPEG1 audio layer 3) is a
Aspect ratio The width of a TV screen relative to its compressed stereo audio file format.
height. Conventional TVs are 4:3; Files are recognized by their file
widescreen models are 16:9. extension “.mp3”.

Digital audio Indirect representation of sound using MPEG audio An audio format used on Video CD/
numbers. See also Sampling frequency Super VCDs and some DVD discs.
and Analog audio.
MPEG video A video format used on Video CD/
Dolby Digital A multichannel audio encoding Super VCDs and some DVD discs.
system developed by Dolby
Laboratories that enables far more PBC A system of navigating a Video CD/
audio to be stored on a disc than PCM (PlayBack Super VCD through on-screen menus
encoding. See also PCM (Pulse Code Control) recorded onto the disc.
Modulation).
PCM Digital audio encoding system found
DRM DRM (digital rights management) is a (Pulse Code on CDs. Good quality, but requires a lot
technology designed to prevent Modulation) of data compared to Dolby Digital, DTS
unauthorized copying by restricting and MPEG encoded audio. See also
playback of material on devices other Digital audio.
than the PC used to record it. For
Progressive All the lines that make up a video
detailed information, please see the
scan video picture are updated in one pass
instruction manuals or help files that
(compared to interlace which takes
came with your PC and WMA
two passes to update the whole
recording software.
picture).
DTS A multichannel audio encoding
Regions These associate DVD-Video discs and
system developed by Digital Theater
players with particular areas of the
Systems that enables far more audio
world. See DVD Video regions on
to be stored on a disc than PCM
page 69 for more information.
encoding. See also PCM (Pulse Code
Modulation). Sampling The rate at which sound is measured
frequency to be turned into digital audio data.
Dynamic The difference between the quietest
The higher the rate, the better the
range and loudest sounds possible in an
sound quality. CD is 44.1 kHz; DVD can
audio signal.
be up to 96 kHz. See also Digital audio.
EXIF A file format developed by Fuji Photo
WMA WMA is short for Windows Media
(Exchangeable Film for digital still cameras. Digital
Audio and refers to an audio
Image File) cameras from various manufacturers
compression technology developed by
use this compressed file format which
Microsoft Corporation. Files are
carries date, time and thumbnail
recognized by their file extension
information, as well as the picture
“.wma”.
data.

File A tag added to the end of a filename to Manufactured under license from Dolby
extension indicate the type of file. For example, Laboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-
“.mp3” indicates an MP3 file. D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
ISO 9660 International standard for the volume “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
format and file structure of CD-ROM discs. trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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Specifications Warranty Card (Australian and PX model) . . . . .1

Amplifier section Speaker System

Continuous Power Output (RMS):
(Front speakers x2, surround speakers x2, center
Front, center, surround . . . . . 100 W per channel speaker x1, subwoofer x1)
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 Ω)
Subwoofer . . . . 100 W (100 Hz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 Ω) Front speakers (S-DV8)
Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . Closed-box bookshelf type
FM tuner section (magnetically shielded)
Frequency range . . . . . . . . . 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-way system
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Ω, unbalanced Speakers
Woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 cm cone type
Tweeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2 cm cone type
AM tuner section Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω
Frequency range Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hz to 20 kHz
With 9 kHz step . . . . . . . . . . . 531 kHz to 1602 kHz Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
With 10 kHz step . . . . . . . . . . 530 kHz to 1700 kHz Dimensions
(Not applicable to the Saudi Arabian model) . . . . . . . 155 (W) mm x 364 (H) mm x 190 (D) mm
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loop antenna Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.6 kg

Miscellaneous Front speakers (S-DV88)

Power requirements Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . Bass-reflex bookshelf type
Taiwan model . . . . . . .AC 110 V to 120 V, 60 Hz (magnetically shielded)
All other models System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-way system
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 120–127 V/220–230 V/ Speakers
240 V (switchable), 50 Hz/60 Hz Woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 cm cone type
Power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 W Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω
Power consumption in standby. . . . . . . . . . 0.5 W Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hz to 20 kHz
Dimensions Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
. . . . . . . 420 (W) mm x 126 (H) mm x 445 (D) mm Dimensions
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.8 kg . . . . . . . 155 (W) mm x 360 (H) mm x 190 (D) mm
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.3 kg
Accessories (DVD/CD receiver)
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Center speaker (S-DV8)
AA/R6P dry cell batteries (HTD88DVD model – to Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . Closed-box bookshelf type
confirm system operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (magnetically shielded)
Video cable (yellow plugs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.7 cm 1-way system
AM loop antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.7 cm cone type
FM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω
Power cord Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Hz to 20 kHz
Central and South American models . . . . . . . 2 Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
All other models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Dimensions
Power plug adapter (Central and South American . . . . . . . . 350 (W) mm x 120 (H) mm x 75 (D) mm
models, PX model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 kg
These operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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Center speaker (S-DV88) Subwoofer (S-DV88)

Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . Bass-reflex bookshelf type Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bass-reflex floor type
(magnetically shielded) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 cm 1-way system
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 cm 1-way system Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 cm cone type
Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ω
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Hz to 2 kHz
Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum Input Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W Dimensions
Dimensions . . . . . . . 190 (W) mm x 360 (H) mm x 315 (D) mm
. . . . . . . 340 (W) mm x 108 (H) mm x 100 (D) mm Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7 kg
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.4 kg
Accessories (S-DV8 Speaker system)
Surround speakers (S-DV8) Speaker cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . Closed-box bookshelf type Non-skid pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 sheets
(magnetically shielded)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.7 cm 1-way system Accessories (S-DV88 Speaker system)
Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.7 cm cone type Non-skid pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 sheet
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω
Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
Dimensions
. . . . . . . 155 (W) mm x 110 (H) mm x 110 (D) mm • This product includes FontAvenue® fonts
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.8 kg licensed by NEC corporation. FontAvenue
is a registered trademark of NEC
Surround speakers (S-DV88) Corporation.
Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . Closed-box bookshelf type • Specifications and design subject to
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 cm 1-way system possible modification without notice, due
Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 cm cone type to improvements.
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω
Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
Dimensions
. . . . . . . 145 (W) mm x 108 (H) mm x 100 (D) mm
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.7 kg

Subwoofer (S-DV8)
Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bass-reflex floor type
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 cm 1-way system
Speaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 cm cone type
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Ω
Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Hz to 2 kHz
Maximum Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 W
Dimensions
. . . . . . . 190 (W) mm x 360 (H) mm x 327 (D) mm
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.0 kg

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PIONEER CORPORATION
4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan
PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC.
P.O. BOX 1540, Long Beach, California 90810-1540, U.S.A. TEL: (800) 421-1404
PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.
300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada TEL: 1-877-283-5901
PIONEER EUROPE NV
Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: 03/570.05.11
PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD.
253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936 TEL: 65-6472-7555
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia, TEL: (03) 9586-6300
PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Blvd.Manuel Avila Camacho 138 10 piso Col.Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico,D.F. 11000 TEL: 55-9178-4270
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