PIONEER VSX-C400-S/MLXU - Owner's Manual Immediate Download

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL

RECEIVER

VSX-C400-S

Operating Instructions

CAUTION:

THE STANDBY/ON BUTTON IS SECONDARY CONNECTED

AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM

MAINS POWER IN STANDBY POSITION. THEREFORE INSTALL

THE UNIT SUITABLE PLACES EASY TO DISCONNECT THE

MAINS PLUG IN CASE OF THE ACCIDENT. THE MAINS PLUG

OF UNIT SHOULD BE UNPLUGGED FROM THE WALL SOCKET

WHEN LEFT UNUSED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME.

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you

have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

NOTE: THE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS COMPARTMENT WARNING IS LOCATED ON THE APPLIANCE BONNET

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to

operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursu-

ant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency en-

ergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Operating Environment H045 En

Operating environment temperature and humidity:

°C +35°C (+41°F +95°F); less than 85%RH (cooling

vents not blocked)

Do not install in the following locations

· Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial

light

· Location exposed to high humidity, or poorly ventilated

location

VENTILATION: When installing this unit, make sure

to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat

radiation (at least 20 cm at top, 50 cm at rear, and 10 cm at

each side).

WARNING: Slot and openings in the cabinet are

provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the

product and to protect it from overheating, to prevent fire

hazard, the openings should never be blocked and covered

with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Also

do not put the apparatus on the thick carpet, bed, sofa, or

fabric having a thick pile.

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When using this product follow the instructions

written on the underside of the unit, which concern

rated voltage, etc.

This product is for general household purposes. Any

failure due to use for other than household purposes

(such as long-term use for business purposes in a

restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires

repair will be charged for even during the warranty

period.

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TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES (multi-voltage model only)

Only multi-voltage model is provided with these switches. Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127 V and 220

V only. Never use this model with the 110 V setting in Saudi Arabia.

Only multi-voltage model is provided with

this(these) switch(switches).

The line voltage selector switches are on the rear panel. Check that they are set properly before plugging the power

cord into the household wall socket. If the voltage is not properly set or if you move to an area where the voltage

requirements differ, adjust the selector switches as follows.

1. Use a medium-size screwdriver.

2. First, insert the screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at the right, and adjust so that the tip of the

groove points to the voltage value of your area.

3. Next, insert the screwdriver in the groove of the voltage selector at the left and adjust until the voltage is the same

as at the right.

CAUTION 220 V

Power source voltage is factory adjusted 220 volts. If your

area is different, change voltage selectors settings.

TWOVOLTAGE

SELECTORS

220V

110V

120 -127V

240V

220V

240V

110V

120-127V

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Labo-

ratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-

D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborato-

ries.

"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are

trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Compatibility with the Home

Theater Formats

Dolby Digital, DTS Sound Decoders

These highly evolved multichannel sound formats are

the heart of home theater. They deliver realistic multi-

channel sound that can turn any living room into a

theater, reproducing all the sound effects of the original

movie. The VSX-C400-S has the flexibility to decode all

these formats.

Dolby Pro Logic II Decoder

The VSX-C400-S reproduces this industry-leading

format with excellent clarity. With it you can get

multichannel surround sound even from two channel

and Dolby Surround sources.

Home Theater Listening Modes

Custom Designed Listening Modes (p.35)

These modes enhance the sound of sources from movies

and music to TV and video games for a more dramatic

effect. These are each designed to accentuate specific

sound qualities, giving the listener a wide range of

possibilities.

VIRTUAL Mode (p.35)

This especially designed listening mode uses only two

channels but through sound imaging imitates a full

surround sound. It allows you to experience surround

sound with only two speakers.

PHONES SURROUND Mode (p.35)

This new headphone mode allows the user to get a

surround-like sound while listening on headphones

designed to accommodate this technology.

Sound Modes (p.37)

This unit also has especially created Sound Modes that

can enhance your listening experience and bring out the

best in each soundtrack. Each mode is designed to bring

out a specific quality of the soundtrack or balance the

sound. The NATURAL corrects the frequencies for small

speakers to achieve better theater-like surround sound.

The MIDNIGHT listening mode allows you to obtain

excellent surround sound effects even when listening at

low volumes, something that was previously impossible.

The QUIET mode provides good sound by smoothing

out harsh noises in the soundtrack. This is achieved by

reducing the bass and treble. The BRIGHT mode flattens

out the total frequency output to match the charactersics

of the front speakers. The S.BASS mode gives you added

bass for that driving punch that really livens up your

music or makes a film more realistic.

Features

Easy-to-use Remote Control

This new remote control is extremely convenient to use.

One button is dedicated to one task in the control of the

receiver, eliminating confusing buttons whose purpose

are unclear. In addition, this remote can be used to

operate a variety of other components simply by

recalling the appropriate setup codes.

Easy Setup for Quick Home Use

This receiver features an automatic setup function that

senses which speakers you have hooked up and

automatically sets the receiver for proper surround

sound. Thus, you can start enjoying home theater

immediately after hooking up your speakers and

components, without worrying about difficult setup

procedures.

The Energy-saving Design

This unit is designed to use less than 1 W of energy

when the receiver is in standby mode.

TruSurround and the

® symbol are trade-

marks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround technol-

ogy is incorporated under license from SRS

Labs, Inc.