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Contents

01 Controls and displays

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

02 Getting started

Home theater sound setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Setting the channel levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the on-screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Basic playback controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Resume and Last Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 DVD-Video disc menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus . . . . . . . 13 Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Improving poor FM reception . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Memorizing stations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Listening to other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

03 Listening to your system

Auto listening mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Using Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Using the Front Surround mode. . . . . . . . . 15 Using the Extra Power mode . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Listening with headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Adjusting the bass and treble . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Using the SFC modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Boosting the bass level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Using the MP3 Expander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Using the Voice Enhancer mode. . . . . . . . . . 17

04 Disc playback features

Scanning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Playing a JPEG slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Browsing DVD or Video CD/Super VCD

discs with the Disc Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Browsing Windows MediaTM Audio (WMA), MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video/WMV and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator . . . . . . . . 20 Using Playlists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Programming playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Listening to playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Clearing files from a playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Looping a section of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Using repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Using random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Creating a program list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Other functions available from the

program menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Searching a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Switching subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Switching language/audio channels . . . . . . . 23 Zooming the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Switching camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Displaying disc information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

05 USB playback

Using the USB interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Basic playback controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Scanning files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Playing a JPEG slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Browsing files with the Navigator . . . . . . . . . 26

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Pioneer S-DV270T, S-DV272T, S-DV3SW, S-DV373, S-DV170, XV-DV270, HTZ270DVD, XV-DV170, XV-DV272, HTZ170DVD, XV-DV171 manual Contents
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HTZ171DVD, XV-DV270, S-DV272T, HTZ170DVD, S-DV270T specifications

The Pioneer HTZ272DVD, XV-DV272, XV-DV171, HTZ270DVD, and XV-DV170 are part of Pioneer's renowned lineup of home theater systems and DVD players. These models are designed to enhance the home viewing and listening experience with a combination of advanced technologies, high-quality audio, and versatile functionality.

The HTZ272DVD is a compact home theater system that comes with 5.1 channel surround sound, providing an immersive audio experience suitable for movie enthusiasts. One of its standout features is the integrated DVD player, allowing users to watch their favorite films without the need for an additional device. It supports various media formats, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of discs and file types. The system also includes HDMI output for high-definition video and audio transmission, creating a seamless connection to modern televisions.

The XV-DV272 and XV-DV171 models are both versatile DVD players known for their solid performance and excellent playback capabilities. The XV-DV272 is specifically appreciated for its upscaling feature, which enhances standard DVD quality to near High Definition. This makes it an attractive choice for those who want to breathe new life into their existing DVD collection. Meanwhile, the XV-DV171 offers a user-friendly interface and quick loading times, ensuring that viewers spend less time waiting and more time enjoying their favorite content.

The HTZ270DVD is another compact home theater system that combines affordability with functionality. It offers a 5.1 surround sound experience, making it ideal for smaller living spaces while still delivering powerful sound. Like the HTZ272DVD, it features an integrated DVD player and various connectivity options including USB inputs, facilitating easy playback of personal media.

The XV-DV170, while being a more simple DVD player, does not compromise on quality. It supports numerous formats and provides reliable performance, ideal for casual viewing without the unnecessary complexity of more advanced systems.

Across this range, Pioneer's commitment to audio fidelity is evident. Each device utilizes advanced audio technologies to ensure clear dialogue and dynamic soundscapes, which are essential for movie watching and music listening alike. Coupled with sleek designs that seamlessly fit into any home setup, these models serve as excellent additions to any entertainment system. Whether it's for watching movies or enjoying music, Pioneer's products remain a choice for quality and performance.
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