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Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

Audio doesn't record (in some cases, even if video does).

•You are trying to make an analog recording from a digital signal, or a digital recording of an analog source.

•The digital source is copy protected.

•The jacks for recording have not been connected properly.

•You can only record analog to analog, or digital to digital. Make sure the playback and recording components are hooked up with the same kind of connections.

•You can't record digital sources that have been copy protected.

•Check connections (see pages 20 & 22).

Video

No image is output when a function is selected.

•Improper connections.

•The input source is not properly selected.

•The video input selected on the TV monitor is incorrect.

•The TV or monitor is hooked up with cord that is different than that used for the video player.

•The component video setting is incorrect.

•Make sure the component is connected correctly (see pages 16, 17-19).

•Press the correct function button.

•Please read the TV monitor manual and change the settings accordingly.

•Use the same cable to connect to your TV and all your video equipment (see pages 16-23).

•Select the correct COMPONENT IN SELECT setting (see page 93).

There is no image coming

• The type of cord connected to the TV

• Change the settings to match the cord

 

from the selected

doesn't match your video input settings.

connected (see page 16).

 

component video jacks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Can't record video.

• The source is copy protected.

• You can't record sources that have been

 

 

 

copy protected.

 

 

• You are trying to record a source

• Connect the component with S video or

 

 

connected to the component video jacks.

composite video cords (see pages 16).

 

 

• The recorder's video input is hooked up

• Hook up the source and the recorder

 

 

using a different type of cord to the source

using the same type of video cord.

 

 

video output.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input/display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The display is dark.

• The display DIMMER button is pushed.

• Press DIMMER on the remote control

 

 

 

repeatedly to return to the default setting

 

 

 

(see page 56).

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can't get DIGITAL to

• Either the digital connections or the

• Make sure the digital connections (see

 

come up when using the

DIGITAL-IN SELECT is incorrect.

pages 17–19 & 22–23) and the DIGITAL IN

 

SIGNAL SELECT button.

 

SELECT (see page 91) are done correctly.

 

 

• MULTI CH IN mode is on.

• Turn MULTI CH IN mode off (see page

 

 

 

54).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The digital format indicator

• The player is paused or stopped.

• Play the source.

 

doesn't light up even when

• There is a mistake in the player settings

• Fix the audio settings (check the manual

 

playing a non-PCM digital

for audio output.

that came with your DVD player).

 

source.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A compressed digital source

• Although it's a non-PCM digital source

• There is no problem. The indicator won't

 

is being played, but the

there is a possibility the present track is not

light when the track is not a compressed

 

digital format indicators

the proper format (5.1, 6.1, or 7.1 channel).

digital source.

 

don't light up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

During playback of a

• The digital signal is not being sent with

• Choose DIGITAL or AUTO with the signal

 

compressed digital source,

the source.

select button (see page 45).

 

the PRO LOGIC ll or NEO:6

• The audio is in two channel format.

• This is not a malfunction. Check the

 

indicators show in the

• It has already been Dolby Surround

manufacturer information for the source.

EXPERT

display.

encoded.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents VSX-D2011-SVSX-D2011-G Installing the Receiver For European model TWO Voltage Selector Switches multi-voltage model onlyOperating Environment Table of Contents 104 Table of ContentsRemote Control of Other Components Features Preparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesRemote Control Battery Indicator Before You StartOpening the Front Panel Switching video system between PAL and Ntsc if necessaryHome Theater The Basics Easy Setup Guide Part1Digital Connections Easy Setup Guide Part1Hooking Up Your DVD Player & TV Speaker terminals Speaker impedance setting of the receiver seeSpeaker Connections Default setting for the DIGITAL-2 jack is CD-R Setting up the Main UnitReceiver exits the setup process Assigning the Digital InputsSetup MIC jack on the Front Panel Easy Setup Guide Part2Switch on the receiver and your TV Hook up the microphone toEasy Setup Guide Part2 Check the speaker settings on the OSDPlaying a DVD with Surround Sound Play a DVD then adjust the Master VolumeConnecting your TV Connecting Your EquipmentComponent Video Input Default Settings Video Component videoConnecting a DVD player Connecting Video ComponentsConnecting Your Equipment Not a PCM-only outputConnecting a Video Component to the Front Panel Connecting VCRs or DVRsSatellite tuner Connecting Satellite TV SAT ComponentsAudio cords Connecting Analog Audio ComponentsTurntable Connect red plugs toComponents equipped with Satellite tuner Connecting Digital Audio ComponentsCD recorder CD playerCoaxial cord Digital Input Default SettingsCoaxial cords/Optical cables Using outdoor antennas Connecting the Radio AntennasFM wire antenna AM loop antenna To improve FM receptionConnecting Speakers STANDBY/ON Speakers Speaker impedanceAC Outlet switched 100 W max European model only AC Power CordSpeaker placement Placing Your SpeakersDisplays & Controls Listening mode buttons see OFF -ON buttonFront Panel Multi JOG dialSB CH Mode button see pages Standby indicatorDisplay See Mcacc indicator see pages 13-15 Master Volume dialRemote Control Command button for other components see pages System Setup buttonListening mode buttons see page 46 +/- buttons seeRemote Setup button Volume +/- buttonsMulti Operation button @ Receiver buttonDisplay Back Panel Multi-voltage Model only AC Outlet European model only switched, 100 W maxEuropean model only Voltage Selector multi-voltage model onlyEnter Setting Up for Surround SoundSurrback System Surround Back System Quick setup Through the Normal setup menus Normal setupWhen you have the setting you want NORMAL. Press the Enter buttonFront default setting is Small Speaker SettingCenter default setting is Small Surround default setting is SmallIf it isn’t use the 5∞ buttons to select Use the 5∞ buttons to select Speaker system settingIt. Press the Enter button Speakers. Press EnterAuto automatic test tone mode Manual manual test tone modeChannel Level channel balance Channel Level should be selected. IfChannel Delay Choose a Listening Mode one Two ways Turn on the power of the playback componentStandby indicator Basic OperationPress the Signal SEL Signal Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal InputSelect the input signal corresponding Press ReceiverStereo modes Listening ModesTHX Cinema 2PL II Movie 2PRO Logic II Movie Movie modes Surround mode2PL II Music 2PRO Logic II Music Music modes Surround modeRepeatedly and select the setting Adjusting the Effect of a Listening ModePress the EFFECT/CH SEL button You want. They appearListening with Acoustic Calibration EQ Press Receiver Press the DNR button on the remote ControlReducing Noise During Playback Digital NR Function Press the Acoustic EQ buttonPress Receiver Press the Loudness button on Remote control Listening in Loudness ModeTreble Adjusting Bass and Treble Tone ControlPress the BASS/TREBLE button repeatedly to select Bass or Remote control or the Multi CH Listening in HI-BIT/SAMPLING modeDVD-Audio/MULTI Channel in Playback Press the Multi CH Input button onSB CH Mode SB CH Mode buttonPress the SB CH Mode button on Virtual Surround Back ModePhones jack Dual Mono setting and playbackUsing Headphones Video Select Adjusting the Brightness of the Display DimmerAutomatic and Manual Tuning Using the TunerDirect Access Tuning Channel Step Setting multi-voltage model onlyTo Change Channel Steps Press the Band button to select Band FM or AMMemorizing Frequently Used Stations Press Enter when you have got Characters you want to enter Press the Tuner button on the remote controlNaming Memorized Stations To select the classUse the number buttons to select Channel you desire Recalling Memorized StationsTo step through each channel in order Press the Station -/+ buttons repeatedlyAn introduction to RDS European model only Using the RDS displayNews Leisure interests and hobbiesSearching for RDS programs European model only Press the Search Mode buttonTune into an FM station Use the Band button to select the FM bandPress the EON Mode button to select the mode you want Using EON European model onlyFM band Tune into an EON FM stationErase PI will be displayed Press and hold EON Mode frontPanel for about two seconds Setting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Remote Control of Other ComponentsRecalling Settings Stored in the Remote Control Press the Remote Setup button for Three secondsSelect Exit and press Enter Press ENTER. The preset code has been EnteredComplete will appear in the display Proceed as above. The only practical difference in thisFor example DVD/LD Select KEY flashes in the display Select Function blinks on the remote controlUse the 5∞ buttons to select Learning and press Enter Start again to program other components in this manner When youre done use the 5∞ Buttons to select ExitYou will return to the Remote Setup menu CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/Cassette Deck operations Using Remote Control with Other ComponentsButtons Function Components Cable TV/Satellite TV/TVoperationsUse the 5∞ buttons to select Dirctfnc and press Enter Setting up the Direct FunctionOFF, or Exit and press Enter Use the 5∞ buttons to select onRecording from Audio/Video Components Using Other FunctionsFunctions that can be recorded Playback the source to be recordedSelect Front BI-AMP in the Surrback System setup see Second Zone Speaker System B/FRONT BI-AMP SetupStereo playback in another room Second Zone Bi-amping the front speakers Front BI-AMPSpeaker Button When using headphones the speakers are switched offSurround Back PRE OUT terminals may change Please use speakers with a nominal impedance rated 8 Ω-16 ΩCheck to see if the drivers are Correctly installed Setting up and Using the USB Audio ConnectionConnect your PC to the USB TerminalSwitch on the receiver Change the PC audio setting ifRemote control or the Multi NecessaryConnecting Additional Amplifiers Pioneer SR System Operating other Pioneer components Multi Operations Select Exit and press Enter again When done select Exit and pressPerforming Multi Operations Press the Multi Operation ButtonTo setup a command select Change and press Enter Press the Remote Setup button for More than three secondsUp the Remote Control to Control Other Components, pages Use the 5∞ buttons to select SYS OFF and press EnterPress the System OFF button Using System OFFPress the Remote Setup for more Than three seconds Editing Remote Control Display NamesUse the 5∞ buttons to select Funcname and press Enter RenameUse the 5∞ buttons to select KEY Label and press Enter Editing Button Names KEY LabelPress the buttons whose name you Want to change For example Name-changing screen appears in the displayNormal operation Adjusting the Light on the Remote ControlYou will exit the Remote Setup menu and return to Clearing Remote Control Settings You Have Input Resetting the Main Unit Other System Settings Fine Tuning Your SystemSelect THX Cinema SETUP. Press THX Cinema SetupYour TV, use the 5∞ buttons to Use the 5∞ buttons to select Exit Press ENTER, againSelected, if not use the 5∞ buttons This exits the DIGITAL-IN Select modeDIGITAL-IN Select should be Assigning the Component Video Inputs You will leave the COMPONENT-IN Select modeUse the 5∞ buttons to select COMPONENT-IN Select then press Choose between DVD/LD, TV/SAT, VCR1 and VCR2Use the Multi JOG to cycle Numbers and symbols. UseCursor through the letters Enter button to enter oneUse the 5∞ buttons to select Phono or LINE. Press Enter PHONO/LINE SetupDefault is Phono To navigate through the menus Expert SetupExpert settings. Use the 5∞ buttons Crossover Network should be Crossover NetworkSelected, if it isn’t use the 5∞ Buttons to select and press EnterFine Channel Level Fine Channel Delay should be Fine Channel DelayUse the 5∞ buttons to adjust Adjust the distance of each channel Using the 5∞ buttonsAcoustic CAL EQ 100 Steps 4 & 5 to adjust all the frequenciesCursor automatically goes to Next frequency. Press Enter and repeat101 To use the Data Check feature follow the steps hereThat channel appears so you can check the setting Bass Peak Level 102Dynamic Range Control 103Chart Comparing Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingDolby Dolby DigitalDTS-ES 105DTS 106 THX107 Schemata of Setup Screens108 Speaker Placement Information109 Speaker Placement for a Complete THX Speaker SystemSpeaker Placement for DVD-Audio etc. Sources 110 Troubleshooting111 112 113 114 Maintenance of External SurfacesBrand Preset Code Brands115 Nokia Oceanic Nordmende Okano Onwa 116117 Specifications European model118 Specifications multi-voltage modelFurnished Parts Dimensions119 TNGZF/02F00001 Printed

VSX-D2011-S, VSX-D2011-G specifications

The Pioneer VSX-D2011-G and VSX-D2011-S are impressive home theater receivers that embody Pioneer’s commitment to delivering high-quality audio and video performance. Both models are tailored for home entertainment enthusiasts who seek an immersive audiovisual experience without compromising on functionality or user-friendliness.

One of the most notable features of the VSX-D2011 series is its advanced audio processing capabilities. With Dolby Digital and DTS support, these receivers are built to handle surround sound formats with precision, allowing users to experience cinematic audio from the comfort of their own homes. The inclusion of multi-channel audio decoding ensures that every sound is delivered with clarity, making movie nights and music listening vibrant and engaging.

Equipped with a powerful amplifier, the VSX-D2011 models offer robust power output, which is crucial for driving larger speakers effectively. This ensures that even at high volumes, the audio remains clear without distortion, providing a listening experience that’s rich and full. The receivers also feature various speaker configuration options, making them versatile for any home theater setup.

In terms of connectivity, the VSX-D2011 boasts an array of inputs and outputs, including multiple HDMI ports, optical and coaxial digital inputs, and traditional analog connections. This variety allows users to connect multiple source devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices easily. The inclusion of HDMI support also ensures compatibility with high-definition video formats, which is essential for today’s modern home entertainment systems.

Another significant characteristic of the VSX-D2011 series is its user-friendly interface. Pioneer's intuitive on-screen menus and remote control make it easy to navigate through settings and preferences. This simplicity is beneficial for users who may not be technically inclined but still desire a sophisticated home theater experience.

Additionally, the receivers are designed with comprehensive audio calibration systems, such as MCACC, which automatically adjusts the sound settings based on the room’s acoustics. This feature ensures optimal sound quality, providing a tailored listening experience that can accommodate different environments.

In summary, the Pioneer VSX-D2011-G and VSX-D2011-S are robust home theater receivers that combine cutting-edge sound technology with ease of use. Their advanced audio processing, powerful amplification, extensive connectivity options, and user-friendly design make them ideal choices for both audiophiles and casual listeners looking to elevate their home entertainment experience. Whether watching movies, enjoying music, or gaming, these receivers deliver exceptional performance that captures every detail and nuance.
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