Pioneer XV-CX505, S-CX505, S-CX303, S-CX500, XV-CX303 manual Thank you for buying this Pioneer product

Page 4

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

Checking what’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Range of the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . 7 Attaching the non-skid pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Placing the subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Removing the speaker grilles . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Attaching the brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Wall-mounting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

02 Connecting up

Connecting the speaker terminals . . . . . . . . 10 Multichannel speaker connections . . . . . . . . 12 Hints on speaker placement. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Connecting the radio antennas. . . . . . . . . . . 13 Connecting external antennas . . . . . . . . . . 13 Connecting to your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting using the component video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting auxiliary components. . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

03 Controls and displays

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

04 Getting started

Using the on-screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Basic playback controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Resume and Last Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 DVD-Video disc menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus . . . . . . . 21 Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Improving FM stereo sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Reducing AM reception noise . . . . . . . . . . 22 Memorizing stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Manually saving station presets . . . . . . . . . 23 Automatically saving station presets . . . . . 23 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Listening to other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Dimming the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

05 Setting up for surround sound

Home theater sound setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Setting the channel levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

06 Home theater sound

About the listening modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Auto listening mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Using Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Front Surround mode . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Extra Power mode. . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Listening in stereo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Listening with headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

07 Disc playback features

Scanning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Playing a JPEG slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Browsing DVD or Video CD/Super VCD discs with the Disc Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator . . . . . 30 Looping a section of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Using repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Using random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Creating a program list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Other functions available from the program menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the front panel display . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using Playlists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Programming playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Listening to playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Clearing files from a playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Searching a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Switching subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Switching language/audio channels . . . . . . . 34 Zooming the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Displaying disc information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

4

En

Page 3 Page 5
Image 4
Page 3 Page 5
Contents CX303 Ventilation Caution Operating EnvironmentFor Taiwan exclusively Information to UserThank you for buying this Pioneer product Adjusting the sound Audio Settings and Video Adjust menuInitial Settings menu USB playbackBefore you start Before you start ChapterChecking what’s in the box Loading the batteriesBefore you start Range of the remote control unit Attaching the non-skid padsPlacing the subwoofer Removing the speaker grillesStandard surround/Front surround setup Front surround mode Front surround setup Extra Power modeBefore you start Attaching the brackets CX500 model onlyBefore you start Wall-mounting the speakers Connecting up Connecting up ChapterConnecting up To Main unitHints on speaker placement Connecting up Multichannel speaker connectionsCX505/CX500 model only Connecting the radio antennas Connecting external antennasExternal AM antenna Up either indoors or outdoors. Leave the AMConnecting to your TV Connecting using the component video outputExternal FM antenna About progressive scan videoConnecting the power Congratulations! You’re done setting upVolume Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter AudioControls and displays Display Remote controlSound Controls and displays Return SleepDisplay MuteUsing the on-screen displays Getting startedGetting started Chapter Playing discsGetting started Basic playback controlsDVD-Video disc menus Video CD/Super VCD PBC menusListening to the radio Improving FM stereo soundReducing AM reception noise EnterListening to other sources Getting started Memorizing stationsDimming the display Setting up for surround sound Chapter Setting up for surround soundHome theater sound setup Setting up for surround sound Setting the channel levelsFor Extra Power mode Use the / buttons to adjust the speaker levels in turnAuto listening mode Home theater soundHome theater sound Chapter About the listening modesHome theater sound Using Front Surround Listening with headphonesUsing the Front Surround mode Using the Extra Power modeDisc playback features Disc playback features ChapterScanning discs Frame advance/frame reverse Playing in slow motionDisc playback features While the slideshow is running Pauses the slideshow or audio press again to restart Select a view optionLooping a section of a disc Using repeat playDuring playback, press Home Menu and select ‘Play Mode’ Using random play Using the OSDCreating a program list Select ‘Repeat’ then select a repeat play Option.1Using Playlists Using the front panel displayClear Press PGM SHIFT+1Switching subtitles Searching a discListening to playlists Clearing files from a playlistDisplaying disc information Switching camera anglesZooming the screen Using the USB interface USB playbackUSB playback Chapter Basic playback controlsUSB playback Scanning files Browsing files with the NavigatorTo resume playback, press  play.1 Menu Displays the Navigator screen see belowSinging karaoke Singing karaoke ChapterSinging karaoke Changing the vocal mixAdjusting the sound Adjusting the sound ChapterUsing the Sound menu Using the Sound Field ControlPress X.BOOM repeatedly to select a mode Adjusting the sound Boosting the bass levelMuting the sound Audio Settings and Video Adjust menu Audio Settings and Video Adjust menu ChapterAudio Settings menu Video Adjust menuAudio Settings and Video Adjust menu Initial Settings menu Initial Settings menu ChapterUsing the Initial Settings menu Video Output settingsInitial Settings menu Display settingsOptions settings Registering a new passwordAbout DivX VOD content Changing your passwordSetting/changing the Parental Lock Setting/changing the Country/Area codeSpeaker Distance Playing DivX VOD contentUse / to select a speaker Optional system settings System Setup menu options in standbyAdditional information Additional information ChapterDisc/content format playback compatibility Setting the sleep timerAdditional information Disc compatibility table About DVD+R/DVD+RW compatibilityAbout DivX DivX video compatibilityUsing and taking care of discs About MPEG-4 AACAbout WMA DVD Video regionsInstallation and maintenance Resetting the system Problems with condensationScreen sizes and disc formats Moving the system unitAdditional information Troubleshooting GeneralProblem Remedy DVD/CD/Video CD playerTuner WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC/JPEG discsUSB connection Using the language code list Error MessagesAdditional information Language code list Country/Area code listLanguage Language code letter, Language code Country/Area, Country/Area code, Country/Area code letterAdditional information Specifications CX303 Speaker systemAccessories CX505 Speaker systemCX500 Speaker system Surround speakersAdditional information Pioneer Corporation

CX303, XV-CX303, CX505, S-CX505, S-CX303 specifications

Pioneer has long been recognized as a leading name in audio technology, offering a range of tape receivers and CD players that have set benchmarks in sound quality and design. Among their noteworthy products, the CX500, S-CX500, XV-CX505, XV-CX500, and S-CX303 stand out due to their innovative features and robust construction.

The Pioneer CX500 is a versatile component designed for audiophiles seeking high-quality sound reproduction. It features a dual-clocking system that reduces jitter, ensuring a clean audio signal. The CX500's DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) delivers dynamic range and clarity, making it a popular choice for discerning listeners.

Next, the S-CX500 is a compact design that doesn't compromise on audio quality. This model incorporates a high-power amplifier, providing robust audio performance. The S-CX500's lightweight construction makes it ideal for home setups where space is at a premium, yet it maintains the signature Pioneer sound with deep bass response and crisp highs.

The XV-CX505 is another impressive model, integrating DVD playback capabilities with superior audio performance. This 5-disc changer allows users to enjoy their media without needing to switch discs constantly, adding convenience to a seamless audio experience. Its advanced sound processing technologies ensure compatibility with various audio formats, making it a versatile addition to any home entertainment system.

Similarly, the XV-CX500 is designed with multi-channel audio in mind. This model supports various surround sound formats, providing a cinema-like experience in the comfort of home. With user-friendly controls and a sleek design, it appeals to both casual listeners and dedicated audiophiles.

Finally, the S-CX303 offers an affordable option without skimping on performance. Equipped with innovative sound enhancement technologies, the S-CX303 delivers clear and powerful audio. Its compact size and modern aesthetics make it an adaptable choice for different environments, whether it's a small apartment or a spacious living room.

Together, the Pioneer CX500, S-CX500, XV-CX505, XV-CX500, and S-CX303 showcase the brand's commitment to quality, performance, and innovation. With features ranging from advanced digital processing to user-friendly designs, these models cater to a wide variety of consumer needs, ensuring that Pioneer remains a top contender in the audio market.
Top Page Image Contents