Pioneer VSX-21 manual VCR operations, Tv/Vcr, +10 Enter

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Other Operations

VCR operations

memo Before performing these operations, press the VCR 1 or VCR 2 (MULTI CONTROL) button to switch the remote to the VCR operation mode.

1

2

RECEIVERTV

MUTING

 

TV

FQ

FUNC

 

+

 

1

Press to switch the VCR 1 or VCR 2 (VCR only on VSX- D508S) on or off (not possible with all models).

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3

ENTER

6

Press to pause playback or recording.

4

–

FQ

VOLVOL

3 3

Press to start playback.

5

CHANNEL

MULTI CONTROL

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

CD

VCR 1

TV CONTROL

TUNER

VCR 2

RECEIVER

MD/TAPE

DSP MODE

 

MIDNIGHT

1

2

3

4

CH.SELECT TEST TONE

ATT

SIG.SELECT

5

6

7

8

CN.LEVEL

 

EFFECT

9

0

+10

MEMU

 

 

CLASS TV/VCR

FUNCTION

DIRECT

FL DIMMER

MODE CHECK

 

 

COMMANDER

 

 

SET UP

Î

AUDIO/VIDEO PRE-PROGRAMMED

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

4 7

7

Press to stop playback or recording.

 

5 Number buttons

Use to select a specific channel on the VCR's TV tuner.

6 1˜¡

 

1 : Press to rewind the tape. Hold down during

8

playback for fast reverse playback (not possible with

all models).

 

9

¡ : Press to fast forward the tape. Hold down during

playback for fast forward playback (not possible with

 

 

all models).

7 CHANNEL (+/–)

Use to change the channel of the VCR’s TV tuner.

8 TV/VCR

Use to switch the VCR’s antenna output between TV and VCR.

9 +10 (ENTER)

Use to select the channel specified with the number buttons (not all models require this step).

To start recording

Press both 2 8 and 4 7 simultaneously.

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Contents VSX-21 For Canadian model Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions Features Table of Contents Preparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesHow to Use This Manual Introductory InformationOperating range of remote control unit Receiver InstallationWhen Making Cable Connections Operating other Pioneer componentsAntennas Using external antennasConnections Audio cords Cassette deck placementAudio Components Connections MD recorder CD playerAudio/Video cords Video Components ConnectionsFront Digital audio cords/Optical cables When playing LD recorded in Dolby DigitalDigital Connections Optical cableDVD 5.1 Channel Connection Components equipped with 5.1 channel analogue output jacksSpeaker terminals Powered Sub WooferSpeakers Front Speakers Center Speaker Surround SpeakersAudio Connecting additional amplifiersFor front channel Speaker placement Setting Up for Surround Sound PreparationsPress % or fi to set the center speaker Speaker setting modePress % or fi to set the front speaker Press % or fi to set the surround speakerLFE attenuator setting mode SUB Woofer ON/OFF setting modeCrossover frequency setting mode Press % or fi to select sub woofer on or OFFCenter speaker distance setting mode Low cut filter ON/OFF setting modeFront speaker distance setting mode Surround speaker distance setting modeOptical digital input 1 setting Dynamic range control setting modeCoaxial digital input setting Optical digital input 2 settingMD, VCR Optical digital input 3 settingPress % or fi to set the optical digital input 3 DVD, TV, CD PressTo cancel the preset mode Setting Up the Remote ControlRecalling preset codes Clearing the Remote Control Settings Press Commander SET UP to exit the preset modeNames of Parts and Basic Operations DisplayRemote Control Front Panel Master Volume Sound Modes Surround modesSwitching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input 7 8 SIG.SELECTPress to switch the Dolby/DTS mode on Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS SoundSurrround operation Selecting a Sound ModeSelect the sound mode Switching the Dolby/DTS mode Advanced Theater mode CN.LEVELUsing Cinema Re-EQ DVD 5.1ch input playbackReducing noise during playback Digital NR function Press Digital NR on the front panel3 4 Midnight Listening in Midnight Listening ModePress Midnight Adjust the volume Automatic and Manual TuningMPX Mode Tuner OperationsDirect Tuning Tune in the station you want to have memorized Using the front panelMemorizing Frequently Tuned Stations Press Memory to activate the memory functionUsing the remote control Recalling the Memorized StationsOther Operations PlaybackPress Bass +/- to adjust the low frequencies Adjusting bass and treble tone controlAdjusting the brightness of the display Press Treble +/- to adjust the high frequenciesSelect the component you want to record Recording from Audio ComponentsRecord monitor Tape 2 Monitor Prepare the program sourceStart recording on the video tape recorder, then start Recording from Video ComponentsInsert a blank tape into the video tape recorder VCR Playback from the source componentMenu Remote Controlling Other ComponentsDVD or LD player operations +10VOL + TV operationsTV Func Channel +˜¢ Guide SAT Satellite Tuner operationsEnter Disc MenuCD player operations Press to stop playbackMD recorder operations To start recordingButton ¡ Cassette deck operationsButton +10 Enter VCR operationsTV/VCR Select a component, then start playback Press Mode Check to display the current operation modeBackground Control of Other Components Perform the desired operationsLaser disc format Additional InformationDolby Digital Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundDolby Pro Logic Dolby DigitalDTS SurroundFM broadcasts TroubleshootingSymptom Cause Remedy AM broadcastsAnalog Preset Code List Specifications EIA Power cord CautionMaintenance of External Surfaces 0 4 2 1 1 4 0 99A00ZF0D00 Printed

VSX-21 specifications

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The user interface of the VSX-21 is intuitive, featuring an easy-to-navigate menu system that allows users to customize their audio and video settings. The front panel is well-designed, featuring direct access buttons and a large display that simplifies operation.

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