Pioneer VSX-D908S Using the Tuner, Automatic and Manual Tuning, MPX Mode, Tune in the station

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Using the Tuner

Automatic and Manual Tuning

The following steps show you how to tune in FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the exact frequency of the station you desire, see “Direct Access Tuning” on the following page.

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1Press the TUNER button on the remote control or turn the INPUT SELECTOR dial on the front panel.

1On the remote, this selects the TUNER function on the receiver and sets the remote to the TUNER operation mode.

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SIGNAL

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3Tune in the station.

For Automatic Tuning

Press and hold TUNING –/+ for about one second, then release. The tuner starts searching the selected band and stop automatically at the first station it locates. Repeat to locate other stations.

For Manual Tuning

To change frequencies one step at a time, press TUNING –/+ repeatedly.

To change frequencies quickly, hold down TUNING –/+ and release when you reach the frequency you desire.

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MPX Mode

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If the TUNED or STEREO indicators do not light when tuning an FM station, because the station is too far away or the broadcast signal is weak, press MPX on the remote control or front panel to switch to MONO reception. This should improve reception enough for you to enjoy the broadcast.

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Contents VSX-D908S For Canadian model This is for your securityImportant Safety Instructions Information to UserFeatures Table of Contents Installing the Receiver Checking the Supplied AccessoriesHow to Use This Manual Before You StartOpening the Front Panel Preparing the Remote ControlOperating range of remote control unit Loading the batteriesAudio Components Connecting Your EquipmentCassette deck placement Audio cordsFront Video ComponentsAudio/Video cords Digital audio cords/Optical cables Digital ConnectionsDigital audio cord Optical cable Or standard video cord When playing LD recorded in Dolby Digital Example of Connection Using a DVD/LD or LD playerDVD/LD player Or LD player RF demodulator RFD-1 External Decoder Input Components equipped with 5.1 channel analog output jacksAM loop antenna Using external antennasAntennas To improve FM receptionSpeakers To be used as Center Speaker Powered sub wooferFront Speakers a Speaker terminals First turn the receiver off, then press the power buttonSpeaker impedance While holding down the Speakers buttonRight Speaker placementFront Center Sub WooferSwitched Total 100 W 0.8 a MAX Connecting additional amplifiersPower connections AC Outlets Unswitched 100 W 0.8 a MAXDisplays & Controls Display@ Speaker indicators = LFE indicator~ Tuner indicators # H.P headphonesFront Panel = Master Volume Remote Control # Master Volume button System SET UP buttonRemote Setup button Signal Select buttonPress System Setup button Surround Sound Set UpSetting Up for Surround Sound On Screen DisplayGo on to the next page to continue set up Select Speaker Setting with the 5´ buttons Speaker SettingPress Enter Surround default setting is Large Front default setting is LargeCenter default setting is Large SUB Woofer default setting is YESUse the 5´ buttons to select a speaker. Specify Channel DelayUsing the commands below Distance from your listening position to each speakerAuto automatic Test Tone Select aTEST Tone modeChannel Level Manual manual Test ToneIf you are using a Sound Pressure Level SPL meter Auto modeManu mode To exit before outputting the Test ToneCrossover Network Select Exit to return to the System Setup MenuSpecify the crossover frequency for your small speakers Bass Peak Level Manager Select Setting Start and press EnterPress Enter to return to the previous screen Range Control Use the 2 or 3 arrows to choose OFF, MID or MAXDigital-In Select Choose a Digital in and assign it an input functionBasic Playback Playing Sources with Stereo SoundStandard mode Sound modesHall Stereo modeDSP modes JazzSelect the sound mode Selecting a Sound ModeSurrround operation Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound For more see Sound Modes pSwitching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input Analog DigitalReducing noise during playback Digital NR function Press Midnight Listening in Midnight Listening ModeEach press switches Midnight Listening mode on or off Midnight Press External Decorder External decoder playback front panel only 96kHz24bit Performance External DecorderAdjusting bass and treble tone control front panel only Listening in Loudness Mode front panel onlyDirect playback front panel only Press FL Dimmer Adjusting the brightness of the display front panel onlyFL Dimmer MPX Mode Using the TunerAutomatic and Manual Tuning Adjust the volumePress Tuner Direct Access TuningTo cancel before inputting the frequency Press Band button on the remote or the FM/AMTune in the desired station Using the front panelMemorizing Frequently Used Stations Press Memory to activate the memory functionUsing the remote control Recalling Memorized StationsRecalling preset codes Remote Control of Other componentSetting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Press Remote SetupYou want to control Press Remote Setup to exit the Preset Recall Setup modePress the Multi Control button for the component Press the 5´ buttons repeatedly to display the nameTo cancel Learning Setup mode Remote Setup menu appears on your TV screenSelected button continues to blink Inches Press Remote Setup to exit the Learning Setup modePress the button to be programmed To program additional operations for the current componentSouce Remote Controlling Other ComponentsDVD or LD player operations Enter Side A/BChannel -/+ VCR & DVD video recorder operationsSource Use to select channelsCD player operations DiscMD operations Disc DISP/CHARAExit STB satellite tuner operationsGuide MenuSTB DTV operations DTV Menu Press to switch the TV on or offTV operations DTV ON/OFFNumber buttons 1~6 Press to switch the cassette deck on or off notCassette deck operations Possible with all modelsRecording from Audio Components Using Other FunctionsRecord monitor Tape 2 Monitor Recording from Digital Audio Components Recording from Video Components Press Remote Setup To cancel MULTI-OPERATION Setup modeMulti Operations Performing multi operations 47Press Remote Setup to exit the MULTI-OPERATION Setup modePress the Multi Operation button on the remote control Multi Control buttons start to blinkYou can repeat this process for up to five commands System OFFSetting up the direct function Using the system off buttonRemote Back Light Press and hold both Remote SetupOFF MID MAX Resetting the Remote Control Erasing the multi operationsErasing the learned remote control commands Erasing all signals learned & preset codesMulti-Room Set up exampleMULTI-ROOM connections Up mode and press Enter MULTI-ROOM set upPress System Setup on the remote control Select the Volume Level by using the 2´3 buttonsPress the Control button Using the front panel with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress the Multi Room & Source button DVD/LD TV/SAT CD VCR 1 Tuner MD/TAPEClass Using the remote control with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress Volume +/- to adjust the volume Receiver Station +Control Laser disc format Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingDolby Digital Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundDolby Pro Logic Dolby DigitalDTS SurroundDevice Manufacturer Code Preset Code ListDevice FM broadcasts TroubleshootingSymptom Cause Remedy AM broadcastsSymptomCause Specifications 0 4 2 1 1 4 0 EIA 99E00ZF0P00