Pioneer VSX-C300-S manual Using the Tuner, Finding a Station, MPX mode, RF ATT mode

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Using the Tuner

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Finding a Station

The following steps show you how to tune in to 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 want to listen to, see “Tuning Directly to a Station” on page 34. Once you are tuned to a station you can memorize the frequency for recall later—see “Memorizing Stations” on page 34 for more on how to do this.

 

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3Tune to a station using the TUNE + or TUNE

– buttons.

Automatic tuning

To search for stations in the currently selected band, press and hold either the TUNE + or TUNE – buttons for about a second. The receiver will start searching for the next station, stopping when it has found one. Repeat this step to search for other stations.

Manual tuning

To change the frequency one step at a time, press the TUNE + or TUNE – buttons.

High speed tuning

Press and hold the TUNE + or TUNE − buttons for high speed tuning, releasing the button once the desired frequency is reached.

MPX mode

If there is interference or noise during a FM radio broadcast, or the radio reception is weak, press the MPX button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast.

RF ATT mode

If the radio signal is too strong and/or the sound is distorting press the RF ATT button to attenuate (lower) the radio signal input and reduce the distortion (for FM stations only).

English

1Press the TUNER button on the remote control to put it in Tuner mode.

On the receiver, press the TUNER button to select the tuner mode.

2Use the BAND button to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.

Each press switches the band between FM and AM.

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Contents VSX-C300 VSX-C300-S Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Operating Environment H045 EnFeatures Contents Home Theater The Basics Quick Start GuideYour Home System Source MaterialHook up your DVD player, speakers, subwoofer and TV No Frills SetupDVD Player DV-444, etc Video cord Sold separatelyAutomatic Switching between Analog & Digital Signals Advanced/Customized SettingsInstalling the Receiver Checking the Supplied AccessoriesWhen Making Cable Connections Introductory InformationOperating Range Remote Control Unit Maintenance of External SurfacesLoading the Batteries Connecting a DVD Player & a TV Connecting Your EquipmentWhy you need an analog connection as well as a digital one Audio/Video CordsConnecting a Digital Tuner/Set Top Box Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital TunerConnecting Your Equipment Front Connecting Video ComponentsSpeaker terminals Connecting SpeakersHints on Speaker Placement Overhead view of speaker set upView of speaker set up Using External Antennas Connecting AntennasPlugging in the Receiver Operating other Pioneer Components with this Unit’s SensorFront Panel Displays & ControlsDisplays & Controls Rear PanelRemote Control Receiver controlsTV controls Displays & Controls Playback controls Channel listening mode buttons seeChecking the Settings on Your DVD or other Player Basic PlaybackChecking the soundtrack on your disc Basic Playback Playing a SourceRoom Setup Fine Tuning Your Surround SoundPress @ or # to select the mode you want to set Fine Tuning Your Surround SoundPress % or fi to select the setting you want Personalizing Your Surround SoundSubwoofer ON/Plus/OFF setting mode Crossover frequency setting modePress Enter if you want to exit the setting mode Center speaker distance setting mode LFE attenuator setting mode10 dB LFE volume is reduced No attenuationDynamic range control setting mode Dual mono settingInput Attenuator setting Press Test Tone to turn off the test tone Sound Modes Channel Listening modes for two channel outputsMultichannel Listening modes for multichannel outputs Selecting a Listening Mode Press the button for the listening mode you wantPress Receiver Tone Effects Midnight Listening ModeSound Modes Selecting a Tone EffectMPX mode Using the TunerRF ATT mode Tune to a station using the Tune + or Tune ButtonsTuning Directly to a Station Using the TunerMemorizing Stations Recalling Memorized Stations Naming Memorized StationsPress 3 to input the first of the four charac- ters Enter up to three more characters in the same wayAn Introduction to RDS Using the RDS displayPress the Band button to select the FM band Searching for RDS ProgramsUsing the Headphones Using Other FunctionsPress the Muting button on the remote control Muting the SoundInput Signal Displays Explained Checking your Settings Analog Input ModeUsing Other Functions Default Settings for the ReceiverAutomatically sensed Ch1Changing the Remote Control Mode Switching the Operation Mode of the RemoteControlling the Rest of Your System Recalling Preset Codes To cancel the preset mode at any timeControlling the Rest of Your System Direct Selection Clearing the Preset CodesButtons Function Components CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/Cassette Deck ControlsDisplay Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV ControlsManufacturer Code Preset Code ListSTB SATELLITE/CATV DAT Additional Information TroubleshootingAdditional Information Symptom Cause RemedyPress Dimmer on the remote control re Understanding DVD Packaging Techno Know HowDigital Audio Formats Dolby Digital and Dolby SurroundRecording Formats Virtual Surround Playback VIRTUAL/PHONES indicator lights Channel Stereo Playback Stereo indicator lightsMultichannel Surround Playback Multi ch indicator lights Headphone Surround Playback VIRTUAL/PHONES indicator lightsSpecifications TNGZW/01F00001 Printed

VSX-C300-S, VSX-C300 specifications

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