Pioneer VSX-36TX Before You Start, Checking the Supplied Accessories, How to Use This Manual

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Before You Start

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Please check that you have received all of the following supplied accessories.

FM wire Antenna

AM loop Antenna

“AA” IEC LR6

Remote Control Unit

 

 

batteries x 2

• Operating Instructions

 

 

 

How to Use This Manual

This manual is for the VSX-37TX/36TX Audio/Video Multi-Channel Receiver.

This manual is divided into three main sections which will tell you how to setup and use the unit :

PREPARATION

First carry out the tasks below in this “Before You Start“ section to prepare the remote control, then connect the receiver to your other components as described in “Connecting Your Equipment“ (p.12). Take special care to connect your digital equipment like DVDs and LDs properly to be able to take advantage of the receiver’s surround sound systems (p.13-14). To learn about a specific button, control, or indicator, see “Displays & Controls“ starting on p.22.

SET UP

Performing the tasks in “Initial Set Up“ (from p.28) is essential to get proper surround sound.

OPERATION

To play some music or soundtrack refer to “Basic Playback“ on p.41. “Using the Tuner“ (p.54) explains how to use the radio of this unit. Doing the operations in “Remote Control of Other Components“ (p.58) is highly recommended so you can use this unit’s remote control for all your components. “Using Other Functions“ (p.69) explain the other possibilities of the receiver.

“Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving“ (p.83) provide detailed technical information and a troubleshooting guide.

The following marks and symbols are used throughout the manual:

memo

Provides additional information,

 

precautions, and advice.

Indicates a blinking button, indicator, or display.

Indicates a steadily lit button, indicator, or display.

Preparing the Remote Control

Loading the batteries

Load the batteries into the remote control as shown below. Please use alkaline batteries. When you notice a decrease in the operating range of the remote control, replace all batteries with new ones.

10

1

2

"AA" IEC LR6

3

batteries x 2

 

 

 

 

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CAUTION!

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

•Never use new and old batteries together.

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

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

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

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Contents VSX-37TXVSX-36TX For Canadian model For U.S. modelImportant Notice Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions Coaxial Digital Connection Quick Start GuideHooking Up Your DVD Player & TV Optical Digital ConnectionSpeaker Connections Setting up the Remote Control & UnitQuick Start Guide Use the 2 or 3 buttons to choose the DVD/LD setting Set the remote control slide switch to SetupPress the System Setup button Digital Input AssignmentYou should see DVD/LD in the display on the receiver Playing a DVD with Surround SoundFor Better Surround Sound For more information see pagesFeatures Table of Contents Preparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesHow to Use This Manual Before You StartOpening the Front Panel Installing the ReceiverOperating range of remote control unit Inches 20 cmAudio Components Connecting Your EquipmentCassette deck placement Analog audio/video cordsDigital Connections Coaxial cords/Optical cablesExample Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player Default settingsVSX-36TX model When playing LD recorded in Dolby Digital Digital Input AssignmentVideo Components Connecting DVD/LD playersConnecting VCRs or DVRs LD player onlyOr standard video cord Satellite TV ComponentsDigital audio coaxial cords Optical cables TV/Satellite tunerComponents equipped with Multi Channel Input External Decoder5.1 channel analog output jack FM wire antenna AM loop antenna Connecting the Radio AntennasUsing external antennas To improve FM receptionSpeakers Speaker terminalsSpeaker impedance Speaker placementPlacing Your Speakers First turn the receiver off, then press the STANDBY/ONConnecting Additional Amplifiers PluggingDisplays & Controls Front PanelTone control buttons Tone button Signal Select button See p.47Multi CH Input See p.40 Channel Select buttonPhones jack Source indicators VSX-37TX onlyInput Selector dial Video Input jacks See p.15Display Remote Control Remote Setup button when Setup mode is selected Master Volume buttonsInput ATT button when USE mode is selected System SET UP button when Setup mode is selectedInitial Set Up On Screen DisplayPress the System Setup button Setting Up for Surround SoundSet the slide switch to Setup Speaker Setting See p.32-33Go on to the next page to continue set up Isnt use the 5´ buttons to select it Digital-In SelectDigital in Select should be selected if it Choose a Digital in and assign it an input´ buttons then press the Enter button Speaker SettingSelect a speaker setting mode with the 2´3 Buttons then press the buttonMenu Setup Menu Channel Level Select a Test Tone modeTone will be output Previous screen When you have adjusted each speaker levelPress Enter button to return to Select Exit with the 5/ buttons and pressSelect Crossover Network if Select Exit to return to the System Setup MenuCrossover Network Continuing from Channel LEVEL, it willBass Peak Level Select Setting Start Press the Enter buttonThis completes the speaker setup Output the test tone for the LFE channelDynamic Range Control Default setting is OFFIf listening at loud volumes we recommend turning Use the 2 or 3 arrows to choose OFF, MID or MAXChannel Basic Playback Standard modeSound Modes Home THX Cinema mode Advanced Theater modesStereo mode DSP modesSelecting a Sound Mode CH SELPlaying Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound Playing Stereo Sources Press the STEREO/DIRECT button to select the stereo modeStereo indicator lights on the display Press the Receiver button to turn on the receiverEach press switches the signal in the order below Switching Analog and Digital Signal InputVSX-36TX model Stereo excluding 96 kHz Analog input Each press switches Digital NR on or offReducing Noise During Playback Digital inputEach press switches Midnight Listening mode on or off Listening in Midnight ModeListening the Loudness Mode Press the Midnight buttonAdjusting Bass and Treble Multi Channel in Playback KHz 24 bit PerformanceDirect Playback Adjusting the Brightness of the DisplayPress the FL Dimmer button Dual Mono Setting Put the receiver in Standby modeFor Automatic Tuning Using the TunerAutomatic and Manual Tuning For Manual TuningTo cancel before inputting the frequency Direct Access TuningExample Press the Memory button to activate the memory function Memorizing Frequently Used StationsTune in the desired station Press the Class button repeatedly to select a class numberRecalling Memorized Stations Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Remote Control of Other ComponentsSetup Press the 2´3 buttons to choose Press the Multi Control button forComponent you want to control Function and then press the 5´ buttonsRemote Control of Other Components Learning Commands from Other Remote ControlsPress the Remote Setup button Remote SET UP menu appears on your TV screenPress the button to be programmed Enter Side A/B Using the Remote Control with Other ComponentsSource = MenuChannel -/+ VCR & DVD Recorder OperationsEnter TV/VCR Disc CD & CD-R Player OperationsPress to start recording CD-R only MD Operations Disc DISP/CHARAGuide STB satellite tuner OperationsExit Enter CH Enter TV OperationsChannel -/+ For Digital TVs ÷7÷3÷8÷1 BLUE/GREEN/REDPress to rewind the tape Cassette Deck OperationsPress to fast forward the tape Using Other Functions Recording from Audio ComponentsRecording from Digital Audio Components Recording from Video ComponentsSelect a Multi Control button for this To cancel here, press Remote SetupMulti Operations Multi OperationRepeat steps 4 and 5 to input Multi Mode THX, ADVANCED, StandardStereo by inputting that command for OPERATIONs to the Multi ControlSystem Off Using the System Off Button Setting Up the Direct FunctionSelect a component by pressing its Multi Control button Resetting the Remote Control Remote Back LightErasing Learned Remote Control Commands Erasing All Learned Commands and Preset CodesVideo Select MULTI-ROOM connections Set up exampleMulti-Room Sub room Main roomSelect the Volume Level by using the 2´3 buttons MULTI-ROOM set upPress System Setup on the remote control Also make sure that the TV is on and set to the receiverSelector Press a Function button to select the sub function Using the remote control with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress Volume +/- to adjust the volume Receiver from the sub roomPioneer SR System Operating other Pioneer components Laser disc format Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingDolby Digital Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundTechno Tidbits & Problem-solving DTSPreset Code List Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingTroubleshooting Symptom Cause RemedyAnalog DTS Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving EIA ListeningSpecifications Maintenance of External Surfaces Power cord CautionFurnished Parts 0 4 2 1 1 4 0
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