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01 Before you start

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . 9 General disc compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 CD-R/RW compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 DVD-R/RW compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PC-created disc compatibility . . . . . . . . 10 Compressed audio compatibility . . . . . . 10 JPEG file compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

02 Controls and displays

Front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

03 Getting started

Switching on and setting up. . . . . . . . . . . 18 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Setting up the remote to control your

TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Using the Room Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Using the on-screen displays . . . . . . . . . . 21 Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Basic playback controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Resume and Last Memory . . . . . . . . . . . 24 DVD disc menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus . . . . . 26 Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Improving poor FM reception. . . . . . . . . 28 Memorizing stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . 29 Listening to other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

04 Home theater sound

Auto listening mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings . . . . . . 31 Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Listening with headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the Advanced Surround effects . . . . 32 Adjusting the Advanced Surround effect

level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Enhancing dialogue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Listening with a virtual surround back

speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using Quiet and Midnight listening

modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Adjusting the bass and treble . . . . . . . . . . 35 Boosting the bass level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Muting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

05 Playing discs

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Scanning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . . . 39 Looping a section of a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Using repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using the display unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Creating a program list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Using the unit display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Clearing the program list . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Searching a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Playing DVD-Audio ‘Bonus Groups’ . . . . . . 47 Switching subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Switching DVD-Video audio language . . . . 47

S-DV900ST, S-DV700SW, S-DV700ST, S-DV900SW, XV-DV700 specifications

Pioneer has long been a prominent name in the audio and video industry, and its line of home theater systems demonstrates this reputation with a blend of advanced technology and user-friendly features. Among its series, the Pioneer S-DV900SW, XV-DV700, S-DV700ST, XV-DV900, and S-DV700SW stand out for their impressive specifications and capabilities catering to home entertainment enthusiasts.

The Pioneer S-DV900SW features a sleek design, engineered to blend seamlessly into modern living spaces. It incorporates a powerful subwoofer that delivers deep, robust bass, enhancing the overall sound experience. This model supports Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, ensuring rich audio playback from various multimedia sources. High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connectivity also enables straightforward integration with other devices.

Moving to the XV-DV700, this model emphasizes versatility with its multi-format playback capabilities, accommodating CDs, DVDs, and diverse audio file formats. It comes equipped with a built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoder which furthers audio immersion. What stands out about the XV-DV700 is its compact footprint, making it an ideal choice for users with limited space without sacrificing sound quality.

The S-DV700ST is another remarkable entry in the Pioneer lineup, known for its stylish design and exceptional audio features. This system is designed for those who seek an all-in-one solution for entertainment needs. It delivers authentic sound reproduction with a well-matched speaker system that provides clarity across various frequencies. Its user-centric interface simplifies setup and operation, making it accessible for all users.

The XV-DV900 enhances the home cinema experience with its advanced multimedia capabilities, including progressive scan output, which improves picture quality for DVD playback. It supports both video and audio formats, making it a versatile choice for multimedia enthusiasts. Equipped with multiple audio outputs, it ensures extensive compatibility with various audio setups.

Lastly, the S-DV700SW focuses on delivering powerful audio performance paired with aesthetic appeal. This system features a sophisticated subwoofer that complements the overall sound profile, ensuring a balanced audio experience while enhancing bass presence. Its compact design allows it to fit well in any entertainment setup.

In summary, these Pioneer models exemplify top-notch engineering with features tailored for comprehensive multimedia enjoyment, making them worthy considerations for anyone looking to elevate their home entertainment systems.

Pioneer S-DV900ST, XV-DV900, XV-DV700, S-DV900SW, S-DV700ST, S-DV700SW manual Contents

Models: S-DV900ST S-DV700SW S-DV700ST S-DV900SW XV-DV700 XV-DV900

S-DV900ST, S-DV700SW, S-DV700ST, S-DV900SW, XV-DV700 specifications