Page 2 - WARNING; IMPORTANT; CAUTION; Information to User; IMPORTANT NOTICE
2 Congratulations on buying this fine Pioneer prod-uct.Please read through these operating instructionsso you will know how to operate your model prop-erly. After you have finished reading the instruc-tions, put them away in a safe place for future ref-erence. WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZA...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3 Set up Operation READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read beforethe product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating instructions should be retained forfuture reference. HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and in the operating instruct...
Page 4 - Features; Five channels of independent amplification; Introductory Information
4 Features Five channels of independent amplification Five independent power amplifiers, each rated at 60W, ensure accurate, dynamic reproduc-tion of all multi-channel material. Dolby* Pro Logic Enjoy stunning multi-channel, surround sound effects from movies and other material recordedin Dolby Surr...
Page 5 - Table of Contents; Set up
5 Set up Operation Table of Contents Introductory Information ..................................... 6 Checking the Supplied Accessories ............................................................... 6Using this Manual ....................................................................................
Page 6 - Using this Manual; Checking the Supplied Accessories
6 Introductory Information Remote control unit AM loop antenna FM wire antenna A A s i z e I E C R 6 Pbatteries (x2) Using this Manual The following symbols are usedthroughout this manual: Provides detailed precautions andadvice on operations, etc. Indicates that display is blinking. CLASS MENU MPX ...
Page 7 - Operating range of remote control unit; Preparing the Remote Control; Loading the batteries
7 Set up Introductory Information Operating range of remote control unit 30 30 7m 1 2 3 4 5 6 + + - - Preparing the Remote Control Dry cell batteries(AA size IEC R6P x 2) Loading the batteries Connect to CONTROL INterminal of other Pioneerproducts with Î mark. Remote control unit VSX-D209 CONTROL OU...
Page 8 - Connecting Your System; FM wire antenna; To improve AM reception
8 Connecting Your System FM wire antenna Connect the FM wire antenna and fully extendvertically along a window frame or othersuitable area, etc. 7 To improve FM reception Connect an external FM antenna. FM UNBAL 75 Ω FM ANTENNA AM LOOP ANTENNA 7 To improve AM reception Connect a 15-18 feet length of...
Page 10 - Connecting DVD 5.1 Channel Components; Connecting Video Components
10 Connecting Your System L R L R CD OUT CD-R /TAPE /MD IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN CONTROL SURROUND CENTER SUB WOOFERPREOUT TOMONITORTV VCR/ DVR TV/ SAT DVD /LD FRONT P L A Y CENTER SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKERS FRONT SPEAKERS L R SUB WOOFER L R O U T R E C DVD 5.1 CH INPUT OUT FM UNBAL 75 Ω AC OUTLET AM L...
Page 11 - Speaker terminals
11 Set up Speaker terminals Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to thereceiver. 1 Twist around 1/2 inch of bare wire strands together. 2 Unclip the speaker terminal and insert the wire. 3 Snap shut the speaker terminal to secure. ª ·
Page 12 - Hints on speaker placement
12 Hints on speaker placement Speakers are usually designed with a particular placement in mind. Some are designed to be floorstanding, whileothers should be placed on stands to sound their best. Some should be placed near a wall; others should beplaced away from walls. Follow the guidelines on plac...
Page 13 - Setting Up for Surround Sound; Normal
13 Set up Setting Up for Surround Sound The VSX-D209 offers several options for surround sound listening, depending on the speakers in your set up.Having installed the speakers in your room it's important to set up the relative volume levels and delay time inorder to make the most of the receiver's ...
Page 18 - Display; dB
18 Displays & Controls Display 1 2 PRO LOGIC indicator Lights when any Dolby Pro Logic mode isselected.The main character display briefly shows thecurrent Pro Logic mode ( PRO LOGIC, THEATER1, THEATER2 ) after selection (see page 20). 2 DSP indicator Lights when any DSP mode is selected. Themain...
Page 19 - Operation; RECEIVER STANDBY/ON button; SOURCE SELECT keys; MUTING button; FL DIMMER button
19 Operation 1 SOURCE (Power) button This button turns on/off the power for PIONEERcomponents connected to the VSX-D209. 2 NUMBER/PLAYER COMMANDbuttons (see page 24, 27-29) Use to select the radio frequency in tuner mode.Also, you can use to contol PIONEERcomponents like CD players, cassette decks,e...
Page 20 - Listening in Dolby Pro Logic Mode; Listening in Surround Sound; Press
20 Listening in Dolby Pro Logic Mode To really appreciate what the VSX-D209 can do, sit back and experience a movie encoded in Dolby Digital orDolby Pro Logic with five speaker surround sound creating theater-like sound effects in your living room. Whenchoosing software, look out for the mark on DVD...
Page 21 - Listening in DVD 5.1 Channel Input Mode; Use the FUNCTION button to select DVD 5.1
21 Operation Listening in Surround Sound Listening in DVD 5.1 Channel Input Mode You can use this feature if you have a DVD player and a Dolby Digital decoder or a DVD player with a built-inDolby Digital decoder. Both these decoders will have separate analog audio outputs for the front left and righ...
Page 22 - Listening in DSP Mode; Use to DSP MODE button to select a DSP; Press the SURROUND button.; DANCE
22 Listening in Surround Sound Listening in DSP Mode The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes transform your living room into a variety of different soundenvironments when playing standard (two channel) stereo sources. Optionally, you can adjust the amount ofeffect added to the source. The descript...
Page 23 - Using the Tuner; Use the FUNCTION button to put the receiver; MPX mode
23 Operation Finding a Station The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) andmanual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the exact frequency of the station you want to listen to, seeTuning Directly to a Station on the following page...
Page 24 - Tuning Directly to a Station
24 Memorizing Stations (front panel only) If you often listen to a particular radio station, it's convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for easyrecall whenever you want to listen to that station. This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time. The VSX-D209 can memorize up to 30 ...
Page 25 - Recalling Memorized Stations
25 Operation Using the Tuner Recalling Memorized Stations Having memorized up to 30 stations (see the previous page for how to do this), you can be listening to a stationwith a couple of button presses. 3 4 1 CLASS MENU MPX SET UP D. ACCESS TOP MENU SOURCE SOURCE SELECT DVD TAPE CD TUNER TV CONT. CH...
Page 26 - Making a Recording; Making an Audio or a Video Recording; Press the FUNCTION button to select a; Prepare the program source.
26 Making a Recording Making an Audio or a Video Recording The following steps show you how to make an audio or a video recording from the built in tuner, or from anaudio or video source connected to the receiver (such as a CD player or TV). Recordings can be made to a CD-Recorder, cassette deck, MD...
Page 27 - Controlling the Rest of Your System; TV Controls
27 Operation Controlling the Rest of Your System CLASS MENU MPX SET UP D. ACCESS TOP MENU SOURCE SOURCE SELECT DVD TAPE CD TUNER TV CONT. CH. SELECT FUNCTION FL DIMMER RECEIVER MD CD-R * & # @ TV VOL. EFFECT TV FUNC. TEST TONE MUTING MASTER VOLUME DSP MODE SORROUND 2 ! ! Î AV MULTI-CHANNEL RECEI...
Page 29 - DVD Player Controls; TOP MENU; AUDIO; MENU; ENTER
29 Operation Controlling the Rest of Your System memo CLASS MENU MPX SET UP D. ACCESS TOP MENU SOURCE SOURCE SELECT DVD TAPE CD TUNER TV CONT. CH. SELECT FUNCTION FL DIMMER RECEIVER MD CD-R * & # @ TV VOL. EFFECT TV FUNC. TEST TONE MUTING MASTER VOLUME DSP MODE SORROUND 2 ! ! Î AV MULTI-CHANNEL ...
Page 30 - FM broadcasts
30 Troubleshooting Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with thiscomponent, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the othercomponents and electrical appliances being used. If t...
Page 31 - Additional Information; Specifications; Amplifier Section; Video Section
31 If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity • Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions. Additional Information Symptom Cannot be remote controlled. Cause • The remote control unit batteries hav...
Page 32 - PIONEER CORPORATION
Published by Pioneer Corporation.Copyright © 1999 Pioneer Electronic Corporation.All rights reserved. Printed in <ARB7202-A> Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’stime to consider how you can maximize the fun ...
