S-DV161 - Pregnant PIONEER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Speaker System (5.1 channel)
Brand	Pioneer
Model	S-DV161
Front Speaker Type	Closed-box bookshelf, magnetically shielded
Front Speaker Driver	7.7 cm cone (1-way)
Front Speaker Impedance	6 Ω
Front Speaker Frequency Range	90 Hz to 20 kHz
Front Speaker Maximum Input Power	60 W
Front Speaker Dimensions (W x H x D)	105 mm x 115 mm x 114 mm
Front Speaker Weight	0.60 kg
Center Speaker Type	Closed-box bookshelf, magnetically shielded
Center Speaker Driver	7.7 cm cone (1-way)
Center Speaker Impedance	6 Ω
Center Speaker Frequency Range	90 Hz to 20 kHz
Center Speaker Maximum Input Power	60 W
Center Speaker Dimensions (W x H x D)	115 mm x 105 mm x 114 mm
Center Speaker Weight	0.60 kg
Surround Speaker Type	Closed-box bookshelf, magnetically shielded
Surround Speaker Driver	7.7 cm cone (1-way)
Surround Speaker Impedance	6 Ω
Surround Speaker Frequency Range	100 Hz to 20 kHz
Surround Speaker Maximum Input Power	60 W
Surround Speaker Dimensions (W x H x D)	105 mm x 118 mm x 114 mm
Surround Speaker Weight	0.63 kg
Subwoofer Type	Bass-reflex floorstanding
Subwoofer Driver	16 cm cone (1-way)
Subwoofer Impedance	6 Ω
Subwoofer Frequency Range	30 Hz to 2.0 kHz
Subwoofer Maximum Input Power	60 W
Subwoofer Dimensions (W x H x D)	190 mm x 360 mm x 317 mm
Subwoofer Weight	4.2 kg
Speaker System Configuration	5.1 channel (front left/right, center, surround left/right, subwoofer)
Magnetic Shielding	Yes (all speakers)
Enclosure Type	Front/Center/Surround: Closed-box; Subwoofer: Bass-reflex
Accessories Included	Non-skid pads (small x12, large x4), mounting brackets x4, screws
Cleaning Instructions	Use a soft, dry cloth; avoid benzine, thinner, or vinyl record cleaners
Safety Warning	Not waterproof; do not expose to moisture or place containers with liquids near
Service	No user-serviceable parts; refer to qualified personnel

Frequently Asked Questions - S-DV161 PIONEER

How do I clean the speakers?

Use a soft, dry cloth. For stubborn dirt, lightly dampen the cloth with water or alcohol. Never use benzine, thinner, or vinyl record cleaners.

What should I do if there is no sound from the surround or center speakers?

Check that the speaker levels are set correctly (press SETUP, select CH LEVEL). Ensure the input source is DVD/CD or USB for multichannel sound. Also verify that Line Out mode is off and Stereo mode is not selected.

Can I connect this speaker system to a TV?

Yes, you can connect auxiliary audio components (like a TV) to the LINE IN jacks on the receiver. Use RCA cables to connect the TV's audio output to the receiver's AUDIO IN.

What is the maximum power handling of the speakers?

Each speaker (front, center, surround) can handle up to 60 W maximum input power. The subwoofer also handles up to 60 W.

Are the speakers magnetically shielded?

Yes, all speakers (front, center, surround) are magnetically shielded, so they can be placed near a TV without causing interference.

What should I do if the disc tray won't open?

If the display shows TRAYLOCK, press and hold the OPEN/CLOSE button on the front panel for about 8 seconds to unlock the tray.

How do I reset the system to factory settings?

With the system on, press the STANDBY/ON button while holding down the USB play button. All settings will be reset.

What type of USB devices are compatible?

Compatible USB devices include FAT16/32 formatted external hard drives, flash drives, and digital audio players. Devices with internal hubs are not supported.

Can I use the speakers outdoors?

No, the speakers are not waterproof. They should only be used indoors in a dry location with +5°C to +35°C temperature and less than 85% humidity.

What is the frequency range of the subwoofer?

The subwoofer reproduces frequencies from 30 Hz to 2.0 kHz, providing deep bass for home theater.

USER MANUAL S-DV161 PIONEER

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HTZ161DVD

DVD/CD Receiver

DVD/CD 接收器

XV-DV161

Speaker System

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S-DV161

HTZ262DVD

DVD/CD Receiver

DVD/CD 接收器

XV-DV262

Speaker System

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S-DV262T

S-DV262SW

Operating Instructions

操作手册

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future reference.

Location: bottom of the unit

IMPORTANT

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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WARNING

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WARNING

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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light) D3-4-2-1-7c_A_En

POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. \$002 En

VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each side).

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed. D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En

WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully.

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CAUTION

The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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CAUTION

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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 10

Using the on-screen displays ..... 11

Playing discs 11

Basic playback controls 11

Resume and Last Memory 12

DVD-Video disc menus.... 12

Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus ..... 12

Listening to the radio 13

Improving poor FM reception 13

Memorizing stations.... 13

Listening to station presets 13

Listening to other sources 13

Setting the sleep timer 14

Dimming the Display 14

03 Listening to your system

Auto listening mode 15

Listening in surround sound.... 15

Using Front Surround 15

Using Extra Power mode.... 16

Listening in stereo 16

Listening with headphones 16

Using the SFC modes 16

Adjusting the bass and treble 16

Boosting the bass level.... 16

04 Disc playback features

Scanning discs 17

Playing in slow motion 17

Frame advance/frame reverse ..... 17

Playing a JPEG slideshow 17

Browsing DVD or Video CD/Super VCD discs with the Disc Navigator....18

Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator ..... 19

Using Playlists.... 19

Programming playlists .... 19

Listening to playlists 20

Clearing files from a playlist 20

Looping a section of a disc 20

Using repeat play 20

Using random play 20

Creating a program list 21

Other functions available from the program menu 21

Searching a disc 22

Switching subtitles 22

Switching language/audio channels ..... 22

Zooming the screen 22

Switching camera angles 23

Displaying disc information....23

05 USB playback

Using the USB interface 24

Basic playback controls 24

Scanning files 25

Playing a JPEG slideshow 25

Browsing files with the Navigator ..... 25

06 Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus

Audio Settings menu....26

Audio DRC 26

Video Adjust menu 26

07 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu....27

Video Output settings 27

Language settings....27

Display settings....28

Options settings 28

Speakers settings 28

Parental Lock 29

About DivX® VOD content 29

Speaker Distance 30

08 Other connections

Connecting external antennas....31

Connecting auxiliary audio components .... 31

Line Out options 31

Connecting the S-video output ..... 32

Connecting using the component video

output 32

About progressive scan video 32

About control out connections .....33

09 Additional information

Disc/content format playback compatibility 34

Disc compatibility table....34

About DVD+R/DVD+RW compatibility....35

About DivX 35

About MPEG-4 AAC....36

About WMA 36

Using and taking care of discs....36

DVD Video regions 37

Installation and maintenance .....37

Hints on installation 37

Cleaning the pickup lens. 37

Problems with condensation....37

Moving the system unit 37

Screen sizes and disc formats 37

TV system setting....38

Frequency step setting....38

Switching off the demo 38

Troubleshooting....39

General 39

DVD/CD/Video CD player....40

Tuner....41

USB connection 41

Error Messages 41

Resetting the system 42

Setting the Key Lock 42

Using the language code list 42

Language code list....43

Country/Area code list 43

Specifications 44

Controls and displays

Chapter 1

Controls and displays

Front panel

1 ⏻ STANDBY/ON

Switches the system on or into standby.

2 PLAY LIST buttons

Add tracks (during playback), or select a playlist (while stopped) (page 19).

3 ▲ OPEN/CLOSE

Opens/closes the disc tray.

4 ▶/II DVD/CD

Selects the DVD/CD function and starts/pauses/resumes playback.

5 ■

Stops playback.

6 ▶/II USB

Selects the USB function and starts/pauses playback.

7 VOLUME +/- buttons

8 USB interface

Connect a USB device for playback (see USB playback on page 24).

9 PHONES jack

Connect headphones.

10 Remote Sensor

11 Display

See Display below.

Controls and displays

Remote control

1 ⏻ STANDBY/ON

Switches the system on or into standby.

2 Function select buttons

Selects the source you want to listen to (DVD/CD, TUNER, USB, LINE).

3 Number buttons, CLEAR, DISPLAY, SLEEP and DVD controls

CLEAR

Clears an entry.

DISPLAY

Displays/changes disc information shown on-screen (page 23).

SHIFT+SLEEP

Press to set the sleep timer (page 14).

SHIFT+AUDIO

Selects audio channel/language (page 22).

SHIFT+SUBTITLE

Displays/changes the subtitles (page 22).

SHIFT+ANGLE

Changes camera angle during DVD multi-angle scene playback (page 23).

SHIFT+ZOOM

Changes the screen zoom level (page 22).

4 TOP MENU

Displays the top menu of a DVD disc in the play position — this may be the same as pressing MENU (page 12).

5 Cursor buttons, ENTER and tuning buttons

Cursor buttons

Use the cursor buttons (↑/↓/←/→) to navigate on-screen displays and menus.

ENTER

Selects an option or executes a command.

TUNE +/-

Tunes the radio.

ST +/-

Selects station presets when listening to the radio.

6 HOME MENU

Displays (or exits) the on-screen menu for Initial Settings, Play Mode functions, etc.

7 Setup and other sound controls

SETUP

Use to make various system and surround sound settings (page 10, 13 and 38).

TEST TONE

Outputs the test tone (for speaker setup) (page 10).

SURROUND

Selects a Surround mode (page 15) or switches to stereo playback (page 16).

Controls and displays

SOUND

Accesses the sound menu to adjust the SFC Mode, bass and treble, etc. (page 16).

8 Playback controls

See Basic playback controls on page 11, Disc playback features on page 17 and USB playback on page 24 for an explanation of these controls.

9 TV CONTROL buttons

These control Pioneer plasma televisions.

10 SHIFT

Press to access the controls highlighted in green.

11 ▲ OPEN/CLOSE

Opens/closes the disc tray.

12 PLAYLIST buttons

Add tracks (during playback), or select a playlist (while stopped) (page 19).

13 EXTRA PWR

Switches on the Extra Power mode (page 16).

14 MENU

Press to display a DVD disc or USB menu, or the Navigator (page 12 and 25).

15 RETURN

Returns to a previous menu screen.

16 LINE OUT

Cycle whether or not to output a downmixed signal from the LINE OUT terminal (page 31).

17 MUTE

Mutes the sound (press again to cancel).

18 VOLUME +/-

Adjusts the volume.

Controls and displays

Display

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    A["PRGSVE DTS"] --> B["PL II"]
    B --> C["15"]
    B --> D["14"]
    B --> E["13"]
    B --> F["92"]
    G["SOUND F.SURR."] --> H["11"]
    I["RECA MODE"] --> J["RPT -1"]
    J --> K["kHz"]
    J --> L["PGM"]
    J --> M["RDM"]
    N["5"] --> O["RECA MODE"]
    O --> P["RPT -1"]
    P --> Q["kHz"]
    P --> R["PGM"]
    P --> S["RDM"]
    T["6"] --> U["RECA MODE"]
    U --> V["RPT -1"]
    V --> W["kHz"]
    V --> X["PGM"]
    V --> Y["RDM"]
    Z["7"] --> AA["RECA MODE"]
    AA --> AB["RPT -1"]
    AB --> AC["kHz"]
    AB --> AD["PGM"]
    AB --> AE["RDM"]

1 DTS

Lights during playback of a DTS source (page 15).

2 P R G S V E

Lights when progressive scan video output is selected (page 32).

3 SOUND

Lights when the SFC Modes or the tone controls (treble, bass or bass boost) are active (page 16).

4 F.SURR.

Lights when either the Extra Power mode (page 16) or Front Sound listening mode is selected (page 15).

5 RPT and RPT-1

RPT lights during repeat play. RPT-1 lights during repeat one-track play (page 20).

6 R E C M O D E

Lights when Line Out mode is on (page 31).

7 PGM

Lights during program or playlist playback (page 19 and 21).

8 Tuner indicators

^(1) – Lights when a broadcast is being received.

- Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode.

- Lights when FM mono reception is selected.

9 RDM

Lights during random play (page 20).

10 kHz/MHz

Indicates the frequency unit shown in the character display (kHz for AM, MHz for FM).

11 Character display

12

Lights when sleep timer is active (page 14).

13 ▶

Lights during playback.

14 □□ PL II

Lights during Dolby Pro Logic II decoding (page 15).

15 D D

Lights during playback of a Dolby Digital source (page 15).

Chapter 2

Getting started

Home theater sound setup

Place your speakers as shown below for optimal surround sound (see the Speaker Setup Guide for more placement tips).

- Standard surround 5-spot setup – This is a standard multichannel surround sound speaker setup for optimal 5.1 channel home theater sound.

HTZ161DVD only:

Depending on the size and characteristics of your room, you can choose to use the following setup option: ^1

- Front surround 3-spot setup – This setup is ideal when rear surround speaker placement isn't possible or you want to avoid running long speaker cables in your listening area. Use this setup together with the Front Surround modes to take advantage of wall and ceiling reflections for a very realistic surround effect.

After placing your speakers, complete Setting the channel levels below then refer to Speakers settings on page 28 to complete your surround sound setup.

Setting the channel levels

Set the relative channel levels from your main listening position. ^2

1 Press TEST TONE.

The test tone is output in the following order (from the speakers active in the current listening mode):

• L – Front left speaker
• C – Center speaker
• R – Front right speaker
• SR – Right surround speaker
• SL – Left surround speaker
• SW – Subwoofer ^3

2 Use the VOLUME +/- button to adjust the volume to an appropriate level.

3 U s e ↑/↓ to adjust the speaker levels in turn.

You should hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker when seated in the main listening position. The channel level range is ±10 dB.

4 When you're done, press ENTER to exit test tone setup.

Note

1 When using this setup, make sure the front surround mode is switched on (page 15) before selecting any surround mode.
2 • This is only available when DVD/CD is selected and playback is stopped. Also make sure headphones are unplugged.
- To adjust the overall balance while listening to any sound source you want, press SETUP, use / to select CH LEVEL then press ENTER. Use / to move channel to channel, and / to adjust the channel levels. Press ENTER when you're finished.
3 Since the subwoofer produces ultra-low frequencies its sound may seem quieter than it actually is.

Getting started

Using the on-screen displays

For ease of use, this system makes extensive use of graphical on-screen displays (OSDs).

All the screens are navigated in basically the same way, using , , , to change the highlighted item and pressing ENTER to select it. ^1

Important

- Throughout this manual, 'Select' means use the cursor buttons to highlight an item on-screen, then press ENTER.

Button What it does

HOME MENU	Displays/exits the on-screen display
←↑↓→	Changes the highlighted menu item
ENTER	Selects the highlighted menu item
RETURN	Returns to the main menu without saving changes

Tip

- The button guide at the bottom of every OSD screen shows you which buttons you'll need to use for that screen.

Playing discs

The basic playback controls for playing DVD, CD, Video CD/Super VCD, DivX video and WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs are covered here. Further functions are detailed in chapter 4.

1 If the player isn't already on, switch it on. If you're playing a disc with video, also turn on your TV and make sure that it is set to the correct video input.

2 Press ▲ OPEN/CLOSE to load a disc.

Load a disc with the label side facing up, using the disc tray guide to align the disc (if you're loading a double-sided DVD disc, load it with the side you want to play face down).

3 P r ▶e( play ) to start playback.

If you're playing a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD, a menu may appear. See DVD-Video disc menus and Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus on page 12 to navigate these.

If you loaded a disc containing JPEGs, a slideshow will start. See Playing a JPEG slideshow on page 17 for more on this.

- If a disc contains a mixture of DivX video and other media file types (MP3, for example), first select whether to play the DivX video files (DivX) or the other media file types (MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG-4 AAC) from the on-screen display.

4 Adjust the volume.

Use the VOLUME control.

Basic playback controls

The following table shows the basic controls on the remote for playing discs ^2 . You can find other playback features in the chapter 4.

Button What it does

▶ Starts/resumes normal playback.

- If the display shows RESUME or LAST MEM playback starts from the resume or last memory point (see Resume and Last Memory below).

II Pauses/unpauses a disc.

■ Stops playback or cancels the resume function (if the display shows RESUME).

Note

1 The screen saver will appear after five minutes of inactivity.
2 You may find with some DVD discs that some playback controls don't work in certain parts of the disc.

Getting started

Button What it does

◀◀	Press to start fast reverse scanning.
▶▶	Press to start fast forward scanning.
◀◀◀	Skips to the start of the current track or chapter, then previous tracks/chapters.
▶▶▶	Skips to the next track or chapter.
Numbers	Use to enter a title/chapter/track number. Press ENTER to select.If the disc is stopped, playback starts from the selected title (for DVD) or track (for CD/Video CD/Super VCD).If the disc is playing, playback jumps to the start of the selected title (VR mode DVD-R/-RW), chapter (DVD-Video) or track (CD/Video CD/Super VCD).

Resume and Last Memory

When you stop playback of a disc, RESUME shows in the display indicating that you can resume playback from that point. With DVDs and Video CD/Super VCDs, even if ejected, the play position is stored in memory. ^1 The next time you load the disc, the display shows LAST MEM and you can resume playback.

If you want to clear the resume point, press

■ (stop) while RESUME is displayed.

DVD-Video disc menus

Many DVD-Video discs contain menus from which you can select what you want to watch. Sometimes DVD-Video menus are displayed automatically when you start playback; others only appear when you press MENU or TOP MENU.

Button What it does

TOP MENU Displays the 'top menu' of a DVD disc — this varies with the disc.

Button What it does

MENU	Displays a DVD disc menu—this varies with the disc and may be the same as the ‘top menu’.
←↑↓→	Moves the cursor around the screen.
ENTER	Selects the current menu option.
RETURN	Returns to the previously displayed menu screen.
Numbers	Highlights a numbered menu option (some discs only). Press ENTER to select.

Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus

Some Video CD/Super VCDs have menus from which you can choose what you want to watch. These are PBC (Playback control) menus.

You can play a PBC Video CD/Super VCD without having to navigate the PBC menu by starting playback using a number button to select a track, rather than the ▶ (play) button.

Button What it does

RETURN	Displays the PBC menu.
Numbers	Selects numbered menu options.Press ENTER to select.
◀◀	Displays the previous menu page(if there is one).
▶▶	Displays the next menu page (ifthere is one).

Note

1 • The Last Memory function may not work with some discs.
- For DVD-Video discs (except VR mode DVD-R/-RW), the player stores the play position of the last five discs.

Getting started

Listening to the radio

The tuner can receive both FM and AM broadcasts, and lets you memorize your favorite stations so you don't have to manually tune in every time you want to listen.

1 Press TUNER to switch to the tuner, then press repeatedly to select the AM or FM band.

The display shows the band and frequency.

2 Tune to a frequency.

There are three tuning modes — manual, auto, and high-speed:

• Manual tuning: Press TUNE +/- repeatedly to change the displayed frequency.
• Auto tuning: Press and hold TUNE +/- until the frequency display starts to move, then release. The tuner will stop on the next station it finds. Repeat to keep searching.
• High-speed tuning: Press and hold TUNE +/- until the frequency display starts to move rapidly. Keep the button held down until you reach the frequency you want. If necessary, fine tune the frequency using the manual tuning method.

Improving poor FM reception

If you're listening to an FM station in stereo but the reception is weak, you can improve the sound quality by switching to mono.

1 Tune to an FM radio station then press SETUP.

2 U ←/→ to choose FM MODE then press ENTER.

3 U ↑/↓ to select FM MONO then press ENTER.

The mono indicator (●) lights when the tuner is in mono reception mode.

Select FM AUTO above to switch back to auto-stereo mode (the stereo indicator (lights when receiving a stereo broadcast).

Memorizing stations

You can save up to 30 station presets so that you always have easy access to your favorite stations without having to tune in manually each time.

1 Tune to an AM or FM radio station.

For the FM band, select mono or auto-stereo reception as necessary. This setting is saved along with the preset.

2 P r SETUP and use ←/→ to choose 'ST.MEM.' then press ENTER.

3 U ↑/↓ to select the station preset you want then press ENTER.

Listening to station presets

1 Make sure the TUNER function is selected.

2 U s ST +/- buttons to select a station preset.

- You can also use the number buttons to do this.

Listening to other sources

You can connect auxiliary sources (TV, satellite receiver, etc.) to this unit for playback through the speaker system. See Connecting auxiliary audio components on page 31 for more on this.

• To connect a USB device to the USB terminal, see USB playback on page 24.

1 Make sure that the external source (TV, satellite receiver, etc.) is switched on.

2 P r LINE to select the source.

3 If necessary, start playback of the source.

Getting started

Setting the sleep timer

The sleep timer switches off the system after about an hour so you can fall asleep without worrying about it. ^1

- Press SLEEP repeatedly to select an option then press ENTER.

Choose between the following options:

• SLP ON – Switches off after about an hour
• SLP OFF – Cancels the sleep timer

After selecting SLP ON, you can press SHIFT+SLEEP again to check how much time is left. Each line indicates approximately 12 minutes (remaining):

SLP ---

Dimming the Display

You can adjust the brightness of the text in the front panel display.

1 P r SETUP and use ←/→ to choose DIMMER then press ENTER.

This is shown in the front panel display.

2 U ↑/↓ to select LIGHT or DARK then press ENTER.

Chapter 3

Listening to your system

Auto listening mode

The Auto listening mode is the simplest way to listen to any source as it was mastered: the output from the speakers mirrors the channels in the source material.

- Press SURROUND to select the AUTO listening mode. ^1

Listening in surround sound

You can listen to stereo or multichannel sources in surround sound. ^2 Surround sound is generated from stereo sources using one of the Dolby Pro Logic decoding modes.

- Press SURROUND repeatedly to select a listening mode. ^1

The choices that appear in the display will vary according to the type of source that's playing.

• AUTO – Auto listening mode (see above)
• DOLBY PL (Dolby Pro Logic) – 4.1 channel surround sound (use with any two-channel source)
• MOVIE (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie) – Pro Logic II 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to movie sources (use with any two-channel source)
• MUSIC (Dolby Pro Logic II Music) – Pro Logic II 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to music sources (use with any two-channel source)
  • STEREO – See Listening in stereo below

Using Front Surround

HTZ161DVD only

The Front Surround mode is effective when DVD/CD or USB is selected as the input source and you are using the Front surround 3-spot speaker setup as described in Home theater sound setup on page 10 and the Speaker Setup Guide.

- The surround speakers should be placed on top of the front speakers and oriented towards the walls.

1 Press SETUP and use / to choose F.SURR then press ENTER. ^3

2 U s ↑/↓tselect MODE ON or MODE OFF then press ENTER.4

After selecting MODE ON, you can use the surround listening modes with Front Surround.

Note

1 If the source is Dolby Digital or DTS, the corresponding indicator lights in the front panel display.
2 Note that the input source must be switched to DVD/CD or USB for multichannel playback.
3 Note that the F.SURR option does not appear when headphones are connected.
4 • When set to MODE ON, make sure to follow the Setup Guide for best surround sound.
- When you have Extra Power set to MODE ON and then change Front Surround to MODE OFF, the Listening Mode is automatically switched to AUTO.

Listening to your system

Using Extra Power mode

Extra Power mode allows you to enjoy richer, fuller sound from stereo (2.1ch) sources. ^1 Extra Power mode is available when listening to DVD/CD or USB sources.

For HTZ161DVD:

The surround speakers should be placed on top of the front speakers, with all speakers facing forwards.

For HTZ262DVD:

The front and surround speakers should be placed next to one another, with all speakers facing forwards.

- Press EXTRA PWR to select MODE ON or MODE OFF. ^2

After selecting MODE ON, the F.SURR. indicator lights on the front panel display.

Listening in stereo

You can listen to any source — stereo or multichannel — in stereo. When playing a multichannel source, all channels are downmixed to the front left/right speakers and the subwoofer.

- P r SURROUND repeatedly until STEREO shows in the display.

Listening with headphones

When headphones are connected, only the STEREO mode is available.

Using the SFC modes

The SFC (Sound Field Control) modes can be used with any multichannel or stereo source for a variety of additional surround sound effects.

1 Press SOUND.

2 U ←/→ to select SFC MODE then press ENTER.

3 Press ↑/↓ then ENTER to select an SFC Sound Mode.

Select between OFF, ACTION, DRAMA, ROCK, POP, HALL or LIVE.

Adjusting the bass and treble

Use the bass and treble controls to adjust the overall tone.

1 Press SOUND.

2 U ←/→ to select BASS or TREBLE then press ENTER.

3 U ↑/↓ to adjust the sound then press ENTER to confirm.

Boosting the bass level

There are two bass modes you can use to enhance the bass in a source.

1 Press SOUND.

2 U ←/→ to select BASSMODE then press ENTER.

3 U ↑/↓ to adjust the sound then press ENTER to confirm.

Select between OFF, MUSIC or CINEMA.

Note

1 When the Extra Power mode is on, most sound features cannot be used. The display will briefly blink EXTRAPWR if you try and use a prohibited function while the Extra Power mode is on.

2 • Note that you cannot use Extra Power mode when using headphones. If you press EXTRA PWR when headphones are connected, a CANNOT error message appears on the front panel display.

- When set to MODE ON, make sure to follow the Setup Guide for best surround sound.

- When set to MODE OFF, the listening mode is automatically set to AUTO.

Chapter 4

Disc playback features

Important

• Many of the functions covered in this chapter apply to DVD discs, Video CDs/ Super VCDs, CDs, DivX video and WMA/ MP3/MPEG-4 AAC/JPEG discs, although the exact operation of some varies slightly with the kind of disc loaded.
• Some DVDs restrict the use of some functions (random or repeat, for example) in some or all parts of the disc. This is not a malfunction.
• When playing Video CD/Super VCDs, some of the functions are not available during PBC playback. If you want to use them, start the disc playing using a number button to select a track.

Scanning discs

You can fast-scan discs forward or backward at various different speeds. ^1

- During playback, press ◀◀ or ▶▶ to start scanning.

Press repeatedly to increase the scanning speed (shown on-screen).

• To resume playback, press ▶ (play). ^2

Playing in slow motion

You can play DVDs, Video CD/Super VCDs and DivX video at four different forward slow motion speeds. DVD discs can also be played in reverse slow motion.

1 During playback, press II (pause).

2 Press and hold ◀/◄◄ or ||►/|► until slow motion playback starts.

Press repeatedly to change the slow motion speed (shown on-screen).

• To resume playback, press ▶ (play). ^2

Frame advance/frame reverse

You can advance or back up DVD discs frame-by-frame. With Video CD/Super VCDs and DivX video you can only use frame advance.

1 During playback, press II (pause).

2 P r ◀/ ◀l or ll▶/ l▶ to reverse or advance a frame at a time.

- To resume playback, press ▶ (play). ^2

Playing a JPEG slideshow

After loading a disc containing JPEG pictures, press ▶ to start a slideshow from the first folder/picture on the disc. ^3 The player displays the pictures in each folder in alphabetical order.

- If the disc contains WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC files, playback of the slideshow and audio files repeats. During audio playback, you can still use the skip (I◄◄/►►I), scan (◄◄/►►) and pause (■) functions.

Pictures are automatically adjusted so that they fill as much of the screen as possible.

Note

1 Only one speed is available for DivX video discs.
2 • Depending on the disc, normal playback may automatically resume when a new chapter is reached on a DVD disc.
- For Video CDs/Super VCDs in PBC mode and WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC tracks (in Scan Mode only), normal playback resumes when you reach the beginning or the end of a track.
3 • The time it takes for the player to load a file increases with large file sizes.
- Discs can contain up to 299 folders and up to 648 folders and files combined.

Disc playback features

While the slideshow is running:

Button What it does

II Pauses the slideshow (or audio); press again to restart.

|←◀ Jumps to the previous picture (or audio file with audio playback).

▶▶I Jumps to the next picture (or audio file with audio playback).

←/→/↑/↓ Pauses the slideshow and rotates/flips the displayed picture (Press ▶ (play) to restart slideshow).

SHIFT+ZOOM Pauses the slideshow and zooms the picture. Press again to toggle between 1x, 2x and 4x zoom (Press ▶ (play) to restart slideshow).

MENU Displays the Disc Navigator screen (see below).

Browsing DVD or Video CD/ Super VCD discs with the Disc Navigator

Use the Disc Navigator to browse through the contents of a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD disc to find the part you want to play.

1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select 'Disc Navigator' from the on-screen menu.

Disc Navigator

2 Select a view option.

The options available depend on the kind of disc loaded and whether the disc is playing or not, but include:

• Title – Titles from a DVD-Video disc.
- Chapter – Chapters from the current title of a DVD-Video disc.
- Track – Tracks from a Video CD/Super VCD disc.
- Time – Thumbnails from a Video CD/Super VCD disc at 10 minute intervals.
- Original: Title – Original titles from a VR mode DVD-R/-RW disc.
- Playlist: Title – Playlist titles from a VR mode DVD-R/-RW disc.
- Original: Time – Thumbnails from the Original content at 10 minute intervals.
- Playlist: Time – Thumbnails from the Playlist at 10 minute intervals.

The screen shows up to six moving thumbnail images displayed one after another. To display the previous/next six thumbnails, press ◄◀◀/▶◀.

3 Select the thumbnail image for what you want to play.

You can use either ↑/↓/←/→ and ENTER to select a thumbnail, or the number buttons.

To select using the number buttons, enter a two-digit number then press ENTER.

Disc playback features

Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator

Use the Disc Navigator to find a particular file or folder by filename.

1 Press HOME MENU and select 'Disc Navigator' from the on-screen menu.

- When a JPEG file is selected, a slideshow begins, starting with that file, and continues to the end of the folder.

Tip

• You can also play a JPEG slideshow while listening to WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC playback. Simply select the audio file you want to listen to followed by the JPEG from which you want the slideshow to start. Playback of both the slideshow and the audio files repeats. Playback controls are effective for the JPEG slideshow only.
• To play the contents of the whole disc rather than just the current folder, exit the Disc Navigator and start playback using the ▶ (play) button.

2 U s e ↑/↓/←/→ and ENTER to navigate.

Use ↑/↓ to move up and down the folder/file list.

Use to return to the parent folder. ^1

Use ENTER or → to open a highlighted folder.

- When a JPEG file is highlighted, a thumbnail image is displayed on the right.

3 To play the highlighted track or DivX video file or display the highlighted JPEG file, press ENTER.

- When a WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC or DivX video file is selected, playback begins from that file, and continues until the end of the folder.

Using Playlists

With this feature, you can make up to three playlists of 30 files each for discs containing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC and JPEG files. Since this unit will remember all playlists for the last ten discs you have loaded, this is useful for if you have a large number of files that you want to organize quickly and easily. ^2

Programming playlists

1 With the disc stopped, press HOME MENU and select 'Disc Navigator' from the on-screen menu.

2 Select the file you want to add to the playlist.

See Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator above if you don't know how to do this.

3 P r PleAYsLIST 1, 2 or 3.

The file is added to the playlist you select.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you're done.

Note

1 You can also do this by going to the ‘..’ folder at the top, then pressing ENTER. 2 The disc must be loaded for the files in your playlist to play back.

Disc playback features

Tip

- To add files without the on-screen display, simply press PLAY LIST 1, 2 or 3 during normal playback of the file you want (except when a JPEG slideshow is playing at the same time as audio).

Listening to playlists

- With playback stopped, press PLAY LIST 1, 2 or 3.

During playback, PGM lights in the front panel display. If no playlist has been programmed, NO LIST shows in the display.

- If the playlist contains both JPEG and audio files, playback of the slideshow and audio files starts.

Clearing files from a playlist

1 Start playback of your playlist.

2 From the 'Disc Navigator' screen, select the file you want to remove from the playlist and press CLEAR.

Looping a section of a disc

The A-B Repeat function allows you to specify two points (A and B) within a track (CD, Video CD/Super Video CD) or title (DVD) that form a loop which is played over and over.

1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select 'Play Mode'.

Play Mode

2 Select 'A-B Repeat'.

3 Press ENTER on 'A(Start Point)' to set the loop start point.

4 Press ENTER on 'B(End Point)' to set the loop end point.

After pressing ENTER, playback jumps back to the start point and plays the loop.

5 To resume normal playback, select 'Off'.

Using repeat play

In addition to various repeat play options, it's also possible to use repeat play together with program play (see Creating a program list on page 21).

1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select 'Play Mode'.

2 Select 'Repeat' then select a repeat play option. ^1

If program play is active, select Program Repeat to repeat the program list, or Repeat Off to cancel.

• For DVD discs, select Title Repeat or Chapter Repeat.
• For CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs, select Disc Repeat or Track Repeat.
• For DivX video discs, select Title Repeat (or Repeat Off).

Using random play

Use this function to play titles or chapters (DVD-Video) or tracks (CD and Video CD/Super VCD) in a random order. ^2

1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select 'Play Mode'.

Note

1 You can't use repeat play with WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs.

2 • You can set the random play option when a disc is playing or stopped. However, you can't use random play together with program play.

- You can't use random play with VR format DVD-R/-RW discs, WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs, DivX video discs, or while a DVD disc menu is being displayed.

Disc playback features

2 Select 'Random' then select an option.

• For DVD discs, select Random Title or Random Chapter.
• For CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs, select On or Off to switch random play on or off.

Tip

- Use the following controls during random play:

Button What it does

▶▶ Selects a new track/title/chapter at random.

Returns to the beginning of the current track/title/chapter; further presses select another random track/title/chapter.

- Random play remains in effect until you select Random Off from the random play menu options.

Creating a program list

This feature lets you program the play order of titles/chapters/tracks on a disc. ^1

1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select 'Play Mode'.

2 Select 'Program' then select 'Create/Edit' from the list of program options.

3 U s↑/↓/←/→ and ENTER to select a title, chapter or track for the current step in the program list.

For a DVD disc, you can add a title or a chapter.

- For a CD or Video CD/Super VCD, select a track to add to the program list.

After pressing ENTER to select the title/chapter/track, the step number automatically moves down one.

4 Repeat step 3 to build up a program list.

A program list can contain up to 24 steps.

• You can insert steps by just highlighting the position where you want the new step to appear and entering a title/chapter/track number.
• To delete a step, highlight it and press CLEAR.

5 To play the program list, press ▶ (play).

Program play remains active until you turn off program play (see below), erase the program list (see below), eject the disc or switch off.

Tip

- Use the following controls during program play:

Button What it does

HOME Save the program list and exit MENU without starting playback.

▶▶▶ Skip to the next step in the program list.

Other functions available from the program menu

There are a number of other options in the program menu in addition to Create/Edit.

• Playback Start – Starts playback of a saved program list
• Playback Stop – Turns off program play, but does not erase the program list
• Program Delete – Erases the program list and turns off program play

Note

1 You can't use Program play with VR format DVD-R/-RW discs, WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs, DivX video discs, or while a DVD disc menu is being displayed.

Disc playback features

Searching a disc

You can search DVD discs by title or chapter number, or by time; CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs by track number or time; DivX video discs by time.

1 P r HOME MENU and select 'Play Mode'.

2 Select 'Search Mode'.

The search options that appear depend on the kind of disc loaded.

3 Select a search mode.

- The disc must be playing in order to use time search.

4 Use the number buttons to enter a title, chapter or track number, or a time.

- For a time search, enter the number of minutes and seconds into the currently playing title (DVD/ DivX video) or track (CD/ Video CD/Super VCD) you want playback to resume from. For example, press 4, 5, 0, 0 to have playback start from 45 minutes into the disc. For 1 hour, 20 minutes and 30 seconds, press 8, 0, 3, 0.

5 P r ENTER to start playback.

Switching subtitles

Some DVD discs and DivX video discs have subtitles in one or more languages; the disc box will usually tell you which subtitle languages are available. You can switch subtitle language during playback. ^1

- Press SHIFT+SUBTITLE repeatedly to select a subtitle option.

• To set subtitle preferences, see Language settings on page 27.
  • See Displaying DivX subtitle files on page 35 for more on DivX subtitles.

Switching language/audio channels

When playing discs recorded with dialog in two or more languages, or with dual-mono audio ^2 you can switch these during playback. ^3

- Press SHIFT+AUDIO repeatedly to select an audio language option.

- To set audio language preferences, see Language settings on page 27.

Zooming the screen

Using the zoom feature you can magnify a part of the screen by a factor of 2 or 4, while watching a DVD, DivX video title or Video CD/ Super VCD or playing a JPEG disc.

1 During playback, press SHIFT+ZOOM to select the zoom factor (Normal, 2x or 4x).

2 U /// to change the zoomed area.

You can change the zoom factor and the zoomed area freely during playback. ^4

Note

1 Some discs only allow you to change subtitle language from the disc menu. Press TOP MENU or MENU to access.

2 Some Super VCDs have two soundtracks. With these discs you can switch between the two soundtracks as well as individual channels in each.
3 Some discs only allow you to change audio language from the disc menu. Press TOP MENU or MENU to access.
4 • Since DVD, Video CD/Super VCD, DivX video title and JPEG pictures have a fixed resolution, picture quality will deteriorate, especially at 4x zoom. This is not a malfunction.
- If the navigation square at the top of the screen disappears, press SHIFT+ZOOM again to display it.

Disc playback features

Switching camera angles

Some DVD discs feature scenes shot from two or more angles — check the disc box for details.

When a multi-angle scene is playing, a 📄 icon appears on screen (this can be switched off if you prefer — see Display settings on page 28).

- During playback (or when paused), press SHIFT+ANGLE to switch angle.

Displaying disc information

Various track, chapter and title information can be displayed on-screen during playback.

- To show/switch/hide the information displayed, press DISPLAY repeatedly.

Limited disc information also appears in the front panel display. Press DISPLAY to change the displayed information.

Chapter 5

USB playback

Using the USB interface

It is possible to listen to two-channel audio ^1 and watch JPEG files using the USB interface on the front of this unit. Connect a USB mass storage device ^2 as shown below.

1 With the player switched on, press USB.

Make sure your TV is on and set to the correct video input.

2 Connect your USB device.

The USB terminal is located on the front panel.

3 P r ▶e(play) to start playback.

If your USB device contains JPEGs, a slideshow will start. See Playing a JPEG slideshow on page 25 for more on this.

- Make sure USB DATA is showing in the front panel display (or the system is in standby) when disconnecting.

Important

If a USB ERR message lights in the display, it may mean that the power requirements of the USB device are too high for this player, or that the device is incompatible. Try the following:

• Switch the player off, then on again.
• Reconnecting the USB device with the player switched off.
• Selecting to another input source (like DVD/CD), then back to USB.
• Using a dedicated AC adapter (supplied with the device) for USB power.

If this doesn't remedy the problem, it is likely your USB device is incompatible.

Basic playback controls

The following table shows the basic controls on the remote for USB playback.

Button What it does

Starts normal playback.

Pauses/unpauses playback.

Stops playback.

Press to start fast reverse scanning.

Press to start fast forward scanning.

Skips to the start of the current file, then previous files.

Skips to the next file.

Note

1 This includes playback of WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC files (except files with copy-protection or restricted playback). It is not possible to play DivX files through the USB terminal.
2 • Compatible USB devices include external magnetic hard drives, portable flash memory (particularly keydrives) and digital audio players (MP3 players) of format FAT16/32. It is not possible to connect this unit to a personal computer for USB playback.
- Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no responsibility for any loss of data that may occur when connected to this unit.
- With large amounts of data, it may take longer for the system to read the contents of a USB device.

Scanning files

You can fast-scan forward or backward at various different speeds.

- During playback, press ◀◀ or ▶▶ to start scanning.

Press repeatedly to increase the scanning speed (shown on-screen).

- To resume playback, press ▶ (play). ^1

Playing a JPEG slideshow

Press ▶ to start a slideshow from the first folder/picture. ^2 The pictures in each folder are displayed in order.

- If the device contains WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC files, playback of the slideshow and audio files repeats. During audio playback, you can still use the skip (I◄◄/►►), scan (◄◄/►►) and pause (III) functions.

Pictures are automatically adjusted so that they fill as much of the screen as possible. While the slideshow is running:

Button What it does

■ Pauses the slideshow (or audio); press again to restart.

Jumps to the previous picture (or audio file with audio playback).

▶▶ Jumps to the next picture (or audio file with audio playback).

←/→/↑/↓ Pauses the slideshow and rotates/flips the current picture (Press ▶ to restart slideshow).

SHIFT+ZOOM Pauses the slideshow and zooms the picture. Press again to toggle between 1x, 2x and 4x zoom (Press ▶ to restart slideshow).

Button What it does

MENU

Displays the Navigator screen (see below).

Browsing files with the Navigator

Use the Navigator to find WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC and JPEG files or folders by name. ^3

1 Press MENU.

2 U s e ↑/↓/←/→ and ENTER to navigate.

Use ↑/↓ to move up/down the folder/file list.

Use to return to the parent folder. ^4

Use ENTER or to open a highlighted folder.

- When a JPEG file is highlighted, a thumbnail image is displayed on the right.

3 To play the highlighted track or display the highlighted JPEG file, press ENTER.

- When a WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC file is selected, playback begins from that file, and continues until the end of the folder. - When a JPEG file is selected, a slideshow begins, starting with that file, and continues to the end of the folder.

Tip

- You can also play a JPEG slideshow while listening to WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC playback. Simply select the audio file you want to listen to followed by the JPEG from which you want the slideshow to start. Playback of both the slideshow and the audio files repeats. Playback controls are effective for the JPEG slideshow only.

- To play all of the contents, rather than just the current folder, exit the Navigator and start playback using the ▶ (play) button.

Note

1 With WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC tracks, playback automatically resumes at the end or beginning of the track.
2 • The time it takes for the player to load a file increases with large file sizes.
- USB devices can contain up to 299 folders and up to 648 folders and files combined.
3 Filenames may be displayed incorrectly with some digital audio players.
4 You can also do this by going to the ‘..’ folder at the top, then pressing ENTER.

Chapter 6

Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus

Audio Settings menu

The Audio Settings menu offers features for adjusting the way discs sound.

1 P r HOME MENU and select 'Audio Settings' from the on-screen display.

2 Select and change settings using // / and ENTER.

Audio DRC

- Settings: High, Medium, Low, Off (default)

When watching Dolby Digital DVDs at low volume, it's easy to lose the quieter sounds completely — including some of the dialog. Switching Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) to on can help by bringing up the quieter sounds, while controlling loud peaks. How much of a difference you hear depends on the material you're listening to. If the material doesn't have wide variations in volume, you may not notice much change. ^1

Video Adjust menu

From the Video Adjust screen you can adjust settings that affect picture presentation.

1 Press HOME MENU and select 'Video Adjust' from the on-screen display.

2 Make settings using ↑/↓/←/→ and ENTER.

You can adjust the following settings:

• Sharpness – Adjusts the sharpness of edges in the picture (Fine, Standard, Soft)
• Brightness – Adjusts the overall brightness (-20 to +20)
• Contrast – Adjusts the contrast between light and dark (-16 to +16)
• Gamma – Adjusts the 'warmth' of the picture (High, Medium, Low, Off)
• Hue – Adjusts the red/green balance (Green 9 to Red 9)
• Chroma Level – Adjusts how saturated colors appear (-9 to +9)

Adjust the Brightness, Contrast, Hue and Chroma Level settings using ←/→.

3 Press ENTER to return to the Video Adjust screen, or HOME MENU to exit.

Note

1 Audio DRC is only effective with Dolby Digital audio sources.

Chapter 7

Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu

The Initial Settings menu provides audio and video output settings, parental lock settings, and display settings, among others.

If an option is grayed out it means that it cannot be changed at the current time. This is usually because a disc is playing. Stop the disc, then change the setting.

1 P r DVD/CDs

2 With playback stopped, press HOME MENU and select 'Initial Settings'.

Initial Settings

3 U /// and ENTER to select the setting and option you want to set.

All the settings and options are explained on the following pages. ^1

Video Output settings

Setting Option What it means

TV Screen(See also Screen sizes and disc formats on page 37.)	4:3 (Letter Box) Set if you have a conventional 4:3 TV. Widescreen movies are shown with black bars top and bottom.
	4:3 (Pan & Scan) Set if you have a conventional 4:3 TV. Widescreen movies are shown with the sides cropped so that the image fills the screen.
	16:9 (Wide) Set if you have a widescreen TV.
Component Out(See also Connecting using the component video output on page 32.)	Interlace	Set if your TV is not compatible with progressive scan video.
	Progressive	Set if your TV is compatible with progressive scan video (see your TV's instruction manual for details). Press ENTER once more to confirm (or RETURN to cancel).Note that progressive scan video is only output from the component video jacks.

Language settings

Setting Option What it means

Audio Language	English / English (Taiwanese model)	If there is an English soundtrack on the disc, it is played.
	Languages as displayed / Chinese (Taiwanese model)	If there is a language selected (or Chinese for the Taiwanese model) on the disc, it is played.
	Other Language	Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see Using the language code list on page 42).

Note

1 • In the table, the default setting is shown in bold: other settings are shown in italics.

- Some settings, such as TV Screen, Audio Language and Subtitle Language may be overridden by the DVD disc. Often these settings can also be made from the DVD disc menu.

Initial Settings menu

Setting Option What it means

Subtitle Language English / English (Taiwanese model)		If there are English subtitles on the disc they are displayed.
DVD Menu Language	w/Subtitle Lang.	DVD disc menus are displayed in the same language as your selected subtitle language, if possible.
	Languages as displayed DVD menus are displayed in the selected language, if possible.
	Other Language Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see Using the language code list on page 42).
Subtitle Display On Subtitles are displayed in your selected subtitle language.

Display settings

Setting Option What it means
OSD Language English / English (Taiwanese model)		On-screen displays are shown in English.
		Languages as displayed /中文 (Taiwanese model)
Angle Indicator	On	A camera icon is displayed on-screen during multi-angle scenes on a DVD disc.
	Off No multi-angle indication is shown.

Options settings

Setting Option What it means
Parental Lock	-	See Parental Lock below.
DivX(R) VOD	Display	See About DivX® VOD content below.

Speakers settings

Setting Option What it means
Speaker Distance	-	Specify the distance of your speakers from your listening position (see Speaker Distance on page 30).

Initial Settings menu

Parental Lock

- Default level: Off; Default password: none; Default Country/Area code: us (2119)

To give you some control over what your children watch on your DVD player, some DVD-Video discs feature a Parental Lock level. If your player is set to a lower level than the disc, the disc won't play.

Some discs also support the Country/Area Code feature. The player does not play certain scenes on these discs, depending on the Country/Area Code you set.

Registering a new password

Register a password to change the Parental Lock level or enter a Country/Area code. ^1

1 Select 'Password'.

2 Use the number buttons to input a four-digit password then press ENTER.

Changing your password

To change your password, confirm your existing password then enter a new one.

1 Select 'Password Change', input your existing password, then press ENTER.

2 Enter a new password and press ENTER.

Setting/changing the Parental Lock

1 Select 'Level Change'.

2 Use number buttons to enter your password, then press ENTER.

3 Select a new level and press ENTER.

- Press ← repeatedly to lock more levels (more discs will require the password); press → to unlock levels. You can't lock level 1.

Setting/changing the Country/Area code

You can find the Country/Area code list on page 43.

1 Select 'Country Code', input your password, then press ENTER.

2 Select a Country/Area code then press ENTER.

There are two ways you can do this:

• Select by code letter: Use ↑/↓ to change the Country/Area code.
• Select by code number: Press → then use the number buttons to enter the four-digit Country/Area code.

The new Country/Area code takes effect after ejecting the disc once.

About DivX® VOD content

In order to play DivX VOD (video on demand) content on this player, you first need to register the player with your DivX VOD content provider. You do this by generating a DivX VOD registration code, which you submit to your provider. ^2

Important

• DivX VOD content is protected by a DRM (Digital Rights Management) system. This restricts playback of content to specific, registered devices.
• If you load a disc that contains DivX VOD content not authorized for your player, the message Authorization Error is displayed and the content will not play.

Note

1 • Not all discs use Parental Lock, and will play without requiring the password first.
- If you forget your password, you'll need to reset the player to register a new password (see Resetting the system on page 42).
2 Resetting the player (as described in Resetting the system on page 42) will not cause you to lose your registration code.

Initial Settings menu

Displaying your DivX VOD registration code

1 Press HOME MENU and select 'Initial Settings'.

2 Select 'Options', then 'DivX (R) VOD'.

3 Select 'Display'.

Your eight-digit registration code is displayed. Make a note of the code as you will need it when you register with a DivX VOD provider.

Playing DivX® VOD content

Some DivX VOD content may only be playable a fixed number of times. When you load a disc containing this type of DivX VOD content, the remaining number of plays is shown on-screen and you then have the option of playing the disc (thereby using up one of the remaining plays), or stopping. If you load a disc that contains expired DivX VOD content (for example, content that has zero remaining plays), the message Rental Expired is displayed.

If your DivX VOD content allows an unlimited number of plays, then you may load the disc into your player and play the content as often as you like, and no message will be displayed.

Speaker Distance

- Default setting: 3.0m

To get the best surround sound from your system, you should set up the speakers equal distances from your listening position.

1 Press HOME MENU and select 'Initial Settings'.

2 Select 'Speakers', then 'Speaker Distance'.

3 U / to select a speaker.

4 P r → to change the speaker distance for the highlighted speaker.

5 U ↑/↓ to change the distance.

• When you change the distance settings of the front left (L) or front right (R) speakers, all the other speaker distances change relative to it.
• Front left/right (L/R) speaker distances can be set from 30 cm to 9 m in 30 cm increments. ^1
• The center speaker (C) can be set from -2.1m to 0m relative to the front left/right speakers.
• Surround left/right (SL/SR) speakers can be set from -6.0 m to 0 m relative to the front left/right speakers. ^2
• The subwoofer (SW) can be set from -2.1 m to 0 m relative to the front left/right speakers.

6 Press ← to go back to the speaker list if you want to modify another speaker, or press ENTER to exit the Speaker Distance screen.

Note

1 The L and R speakers are paired; you can't set them differently.
2 Make sure to set them the same distance when using the Front Surround (page 15) and Extra Power mode (page 16).

Chapter 8

Other connections

Connecting external antennas

For an external AM antenna, use 5 m to 6 m of vinyl-insulated wire and set up either indoors or outdoors. Leave the loop antenna connected. Only use the included AM loop antenna.

For an external FM antenna, use a PAL connector to hook up an external FM antenna.

Connecting auxiliary audio components

Using the stereo analog inputs, you can connect an external component such as a tape deck or MD player for playback through this system.

- Connect the AUDIO IN jacks to the analog outputs of an external playback component. Connect using RCA pin-plug stereo cables.

Line Out options

The Line Out function allows you to determine how sound from LINE OUT terminals is output. ^1

- Press LINE OUT to cycle through LINE ON and LINE OFF options, then press ENTER to confirm you selection.

- LINE ON – Multichannel sources are downmixed to 2.1 ch (stereo). A 2 ch downmix signal is produced from the LINE OUT terminal.

Note

1 • When the line out mode is on, most sound features cannot be used. The display will briefly blink LINE ON if you try and use a prohibited function while the line out mode is on.
- The line out mode switches off if you change the input function (DVD/CD, TUNER, etc.) or switch the power off.
- This option is not effective when listening a source from LINE.

Other connections

- LINE OFF – For regular multichannel playback through your speaker system. Note that no signal is produced from the LINE OUT terminal.

Connecting the S-video output

If your TV has an S-video input, you can use this instead of the standard video output for a better quality picture.

- Use an S-video cable to connect the S-VIDEO OUT to an S-video input on your TV.

Line up the small triangle above the jack with the same mark on the plug before plugging in.

Connecting using the component video output

If your TV has component video inputs, you can use these instead of the standard or S-video video outputs for a better quality picture. ^1

- Use a component video cable to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to a set of component inputs on your TV.

About progressive scan video

Compared to interlace video, progressive scan video effectively doubles the scanning rate of the picture, resulting in a very stable, flicker-free image. Progressive scan video is available only from the component video output.

Compatibility of this player with progressive-scan and high-definition TVs.

- This player is compatible with progressive video Macro Vision System Copy Guard. ^2

Note

1 The component video output is switchable between interlaced and progressive formats. See Video Output settings on page 27. 2 Consumers should note that not all high-definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 525 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the 'standard definition' output (Interlace). If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model, please contact our customer service center.

Other connections

About control out connections

Many Pioneer components support SR CONTROL connections, by which you can use the remote controls of any connected components by aiming them at the sensor of just one component. When you use a remote control, the control signal is passed along the chain to the appropriate component. This can be useful when you have multiple components contained inside an entertainment center.

If you use this feature, you must make sure that also have at least one set of analog audio jacks connected to another component for grounding purposes.

- Using a cable with mono mini-plugs on either side (sold separately), connect the CONTROL IN jack on another Pioneer component to the CONTROL OUT jack on this unit.

This will allow you to control the other component by pointing its remote at this unit.

Chapter 9

Additional information

Disc/content format playback compatibility

This player is compatible with a wide range of disc types (media) and formats. Playable discs will generally feature one of the following logos on the disc and/or disc packaging. Note however that some disc types, such as recordable CD and DVD, may be in an unplayable format.

See the Disc compatibility table below for more information.

DVD-Video DVD-R DVD-RW

Audio CD CD\Rdeo CD

CD-RW

Fujicolor CD

• This unit will play DVD+R/+RW discs.
  • is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.
  • BYP trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
• Also compatible with KODAK Picture CD.

This player supports the IEC's Super VCD standard for superior picture quality, dual soundtracks, and widescreen support.

Super Video CD (Super VCD)

About DualDisc playback

A DualDisc is a new two-sided disc, one side of which contains DVD content video, audio, etc. while the other side contains non-DVD content such as digital audio material.

The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not compliant with the CD Audio specification and therefore may not play.

The DVD side of a DualDisc plays in this product. DVD-Audio content will not play.

For more detailed information on the DualDisc specification, please refer to the disc manufacturer or disc retailer.

Disc compatibility table

Media Compatible formats

CD-R/-RW	• CD-Audio, Video CD/Super VCD, ISO 9660 CD-ROM* * ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 compliant. CD physical format: Mode1, Mode2 XA Form1. Romeo and Joliet file systems are both compatible. • Multi-session playback: No • Unfinalized disc playback: No
DVD-R/-RW	• DVD-Video (Video mode), Video Recording (VR)*, UDF Bridge DVD-ROM * Edit points may not play exactly as edited; screen may go momentarily blank at edited points. • Multi Border playback: No • Unfinalized playback: No
PC-created disc	• Discs recorded using a PC may not be playable due to the setting of the software used to create the disc. In these instances, check the DVD-R/-RW or CD-R/-RW software manual or disc boxes for more on compatibility. • Discs recorded in packet write mode are not compatible.

Additional information

Media Compatible formats

Compressed audio

MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 (MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA), MPEG-4 AACSampling rates: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHzBit-rates: Any (128 kbps or higher recommended)VBR (variable bit rate) MP3/WMA/MPEG-4 AAC playback: NoWMA lossless encoding: NoDRM (Digital Rights Management) compatible: Yes (DRM-protected audio files will not play in this player.)File extensions: .mp3, .wma, .m4a (these must be used for the player to recognize MP3/WMA/MPEG-4 AAC files)File structure (may differ): Up to 299 folders on a disc; up to 648 folders and files (combined) within each folder

JPEG file

Baseline JPEG and EXIF 2.2* still image files up to a resolution of 3072 x 2048*File format for digital still camerasProgressive JPEG compatible: NoFile extensions: .jpg (must be used for the player to recognize JPEG files)File structure (may differ): Up to 299 folders on a disc; up to 648 folders and files (combined) within each folder

About DVD+R/DVD+RW compatibility

Only DVD+R/DVD+RW discs recorded in 'Video Mode (DVD Video Mode)' which have been finalized, can be played back. However, some editing made during the recording may not be played back accurately.

About DivX

DivX is a compressed digital video format created by the DivX ^® video codec from DivX, Inc. This player can play DivX video files burned on CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/-ROM discs. Keeping the same terminology as DVD-Video, individual DivX video files are called 'Titles'. When naming files/titles on a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW disc prior to burning, keep in mind that by default they will play in alphabetical order.

DivX video compatibility

• Official DivX ^® Certified product.
- Plays all versions of DivX ^® video (including DivX ^® 6) with standard playback of DivX ^® media files. ^1
- File extensions: .avi and .divx (these must be used for the player to recognize DivX video files). Note that all files with the .avi extension are recognized as MPEG4, but not all of these are necessarily DivX video files and therefore may not be playable on this player.

Displaying DivX subtitle files

The font sets listed below are available for DivX external subtitle files. You can see the proper font set on-screen by setting the Subtitle Language (in Language settings on page 27) to match the subtitle file. ^2

Group 1: Albanian (sq), Basque (eu), Catalan (ca), Danish (da), Dutch (nl), English (en), Faroese (fo), Finnish (fi), French (fr), German (de), Icelandic (is), Irish (ga), Italian (it), Norwegian (no), Portuguese (pt).

Note

1 Playback of .avi video files larger than 4 GB is not possible.
2 • For external subtitle files the following subtitle format filename extensions are supported (please note that these files are not shown within the disc navigation menu): .srt, .sub, .ssa, .smi
- Some external subtitle files may be displayed incorrectly or not at all.
- The filename of the movie file has to be repeated at the beginning of the filename for the external subtitle file.
- The number of external subtitle files which can be switched for the same movie file is limited to a maximum of 10.

Additional information

Rhaeto-Romanic (rm), Scottish (gd), Spanish (es), Swedish (sv)

Group 2: Albanian (sq), Croatian (hr), Czech (cs), Hungarian (hu), Polish (pl), Romanian (ro), Slovak (sk), Slovenian (sl)

Group 3: Bulgarian (bg), Byelorussian (be), Macedonian (mk), Russian (ru), Serbian (sr), Ukrainian (uk)

Group 4: Hebrew (iw), Yiddish (ji)

Group 5: Turkish (tr)

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

About MPEG-4 AAC

Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) is at the core of the MPEG-4 AAC standard, which incorporates MPEG-2 AAC, forming the basis of the MPEG-4 audio compression technology. The file format and extension used depend on the application used to encode the AAC file. This unit plays back AAC files encoded by iTunes® bearing the extension '.m4a'. DRM-protected files will not play, and files encoded with some versions of iTunes® may not play, or filenames may display incorrectly.

Apple and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

About WMA

This player can playback Windows Media Audio content.

WMA is an acronym for Windows Media Audio and refers to an audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA content can be encoded by using Windows Media ^® Player version 7.7.1, Windows Media ^® Player for Windows ^® XP, or Windows Media ^® Player 9 series.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

This product includes technology owned by Microsoft Corporation and cannot be used or distributed without a license from Microsoft Licensing, Inc.

Using and taking care of discs

Handling discs

Hold the disc by its edges when handling so as not to leave fingerprints, dirt or scratches on either side of the disc. Damaged or dirty discs can affect playback performance.

If a disc becomes marked with fingerprints, dust, etc., clean using a soft, dry cloth.

Wipe lightly from the center of the disc using straight strokes. Don't wipe the disc surface with circular strokes.

If necessary, use a cloth soaked in alcohol, or a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning kit to clean a disc more thoroughly. Never use benzine, thinner or other cleaning agents such as those designed for cleaning vinyl records.

Storing discs

Avoid leaving discs in excessively cold, humid, or hot environments (including under direct sunlight). Don't glue paper or put stickers onto the disc, or use a pencil, ball-point pen or other sharp-tipped writing instrument. These could all damage the disc.

Discs to avoid

Discs spin at high speed inside the player. If a disc is cracked, chipped, warped, or otherwise damaged, don't risk using it in your player — you could end up damaging the unit.

This unit is designed for use with conventional, fully circular discs only. Pioneer disclaims all liability arising in connection with the use of shaped discs.

Additional information

DVD Video regions

All DVD Video discs carry a region mark that indicates which region(s) of the world the disc is compatible with. Your DVD system also has a region mark (on the rear panel). Discs from incompatible regions will not play in this player. Discs marked ALL play in any player.

When you insert a disc that cannot be played on this player, one of the following messages is displayed:

Incompatible disc region number

Can't play disc

Installation and maintenance

Hints on installation

We want you to enjoy using this system for years to come, so please bear in mind the following points when choosing a location:

Do...

√ Use in a well-ventilated room.
√ Place on a solid, flat, level surface, such as a table, shelf or stereo rack.

Don't...

✗ Use in a place exposed to high temperatures or humidity, including near radiators and other heat-generating appliances.

✗ Place on a window sill or other place where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight.

✗ Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment.

✗ Place directly on top of an amplifier, or other component in your stereo system that becomes hot in use.

✗ Use near a television or monitor as you may experience interference — especially if the television uses an indoor antenna.

✗ Use in a kitchen or other room where the system may be exposed to smoke or steam.

✗ Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with cloth — this may prevent proper cooling of the system unit.
✗ Place on an unstable surface, or one that is not large enough to support all four of the system unit's feet.

Cleaning the pickup lens

The DVD player's lens should not become dirty in normal use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to dust or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service center. Although lens cleaners are commercially available, we do not recommend using them since some may damage the lens.

Problems with condensation

Condensation may form inside the player if it is brought into a warm room from outside, or if the temperature of the room rises quickly. Although the condensation won't damage the player, it may temporarily impair performance. Leave it to adjust to the warmer temperature for about an hour before switching on.

Moving the system unit

If you need to move the main unit, first remove a disc if there's one in the player, then press ⏻ STANDBY/ON on the front panel to turn the system off. Wait for GOOD BYE to disappear from the display, then unplug the power cord. ^1 Never lift or move the unit during playback — discs rotate at high speeds and may damage.

Screen sizes and disc formats

DVD-Video discs come in different screen aspects, ranging from TV programs, which are generally 4:3, to CinemaScope widescreen movies ^2 , with an aspect ratio of up to about 7:3.

Note

1 Unplugging the unit before GOOD BYE disappears from the display may cause the system to return to the factory settings.
2 Many widescreen discs override the system's settings so that the disc is shown in letterbox format regardless of the setting.

Additional information

Televisions also come in different aspect ratios; 'standard' 4:3 and widescreen 16:9. ^1

Set to 4:3 (Letter Box), widescreen discs are shown with black bars top and bottom.

Set to 4:3 (Pan&Scan), widescreen discs are shown with the left and right sides cropped. Although the picture looks larger, you don't actually see the whole picture.

TV system setting

Not applicable to Taiwanese model

The default setting of this system is AUTO, and unless you notice that the picture is distorted when playing some discs, you should leave it set to AUTO. If you find picture distortion with some discs, set the TV system to match your country or region's system. However, this may restrict the kinds of disc you can watch. See the table for the kinds of discs compatible with each setting (AUTO, PAL and NTSC). ^2

1 Switch the unit into standby, then press SETUP.

2 U ←/→ to choose TV SYS then press ENTER.

The TV system changes as follows:

• AUTO → NTSC
• NTSC → PAL
• PAL → AUTO

The system automatically switches on and you'll see the new TV system setting in the display after seeing WELCOME. ^3

Media Type	Player setting
	Format NTSC PAL AUTO
DVD/Super VCD/Video CD/DivX Video	NTSC	NTSC PAL NTSC
	PAL	NTSC PAL PAL
CD/MP3/WMA/MPEG-4 AAC/JPEG/no disc	—	NTSC PAL NTSC or PAL

Frequency step setting

If you find that you can't tune into stations successfully, the frequency step may not be suitable for your country/region.

1 Switch the unit into standby, then press SETUP.
2 U ←/→ to choose AM 9K/10K then press ENTER.
3 U ↑/↓ to select AM 9K or AM 10K then press ENTER.

Switching off the demo

Follow the steps below to switch the automatic demo feature off (this starts when you plug in for the first time):

1 With the unit in standby, press SETUP.
2 U ←/→ to choose DEMO then press ENTER.
3 U ↑/↓ to select DEMO OFF and press ENTER.

Note

1. Using the 16:9 (Wide) setting with a standard 4:3 TV, or one of the 4:3 settings with a widescreen TV, will result in distortion.
2. When you watch discs recorded in 4:3 format, you can use the TV controls to select how the picture is presented. Your TV may offer various zoom and stretch options; see the instructions that came with your TV for details.
3. Some movie aspect ratios are wider than 16:9, so even with a widescreen TV, these discs will still play in a 'letterbox' style. 2 Most models of the newly developed countdown PAL TV system detect 50Hz (PAL)/60 Hz (NTSC) and automatically switch vertical amplitude, resulting in a display without vertical shrinkage. However, in some cases, the image may appear without color. If your PAL TV does not have a V-Hold control, you may not be able to watch NTSC discs because of picture roll. If the TV has a V-Hold control, adjust it until the picture stops rolling. On some TVs, the picture may shrink vertically, leaving black bands at the top and bottom of the screen.
   3 You have to switch the player into standby (press Ⓧ STANDBY/ON) before each change.

Additional information

Troubleshooting

Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

- If the system does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity disconnect the plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions.

General

Problem Remedy
The power does not turn on, or switches off suddenly (an error message may be displayed at startup).	Wait for one minute before switching back on.Make sure there are no loose strands of wire touching the unit. This could cause the system to shut off automatically.Check that the speakers are connected correctly.Make sure the voltage of the mains power source is correct for the model.Try reducing the volume level.If the problem persists, take it to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.
No sound is output when a function is selected.	If you're using the line input, make sure the component is connected correctly (see Connecting auxiliary audio components on page 31).PressMUTEon the remote control to turn muting off.Turn up the volume.
No sound from surround or center speakers.	Refer to Setting the channel levels on page 10 to check the speaker levels.WhenTUNERorLINEis selected, you can only hear the source in stereo. Switch the input source toDVD/CDorUSBfor multichannel sound.Check that the Line Out mode hasn't been switched on (see Line Out options on page 31).Check that you haven't selected theSTEREOmode (see Listening in surround sound on page 15).Connect the speakers properly (refer to the Setup Guide).
Can't operate the remote control.	Replace the batteries (refer to the Setup Guide).Operate within 7 m, 30° of the remote sensor (refer to the Setup Guide).Remove any obstacles or operate from another position.Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light.To operate other Pioneer components, make sure that the control cable and analog audio cable are connected.
TRAYLOCKshows in the display and the tray can't be ejected.	Press and hold ▲(OPEN/CLOSE) on the front panel for about eight seconds.Then the tray can be opened/closed using ▲(OPEN/CLOSE).
SND. DEMOshows in the display and the unit can't be controlled.	Press and hold ■(stop) on the front panel for about five seconds. The disc tray ejects automatically to indicate the Sound Demo mode is disabled.

Additional information

DVD/CD/Video CD player

Problem Remedy
The disc is ejected automatically after loading.	Clean the disc and align the disc properly in the disc guide.If the region number on a DVD-video disc does not match the number on the player, the disc cannot be used (seeDVD Video regionson page 37). In this instance, one of the following messages appears on screen:Incompatible discregion number/Can't play disc.Allow time for any condensation inside the player to evaporate. Avoid using the player near an air-conditioning unit.
Playback not possible.	If the disc is loaded upside down, reload the disc with label side face up.
Picture playback stops and buttons cannot be used.	Press ■ (stop), then ▶ (play) to start playback again.Switch the power off once, then on again using the front panel○ STANDBY/ON button.
Settings are canceled.	When the power is cut, settings will be canceled.
No picture/No color.	Check that connections are correct and that plugs are inserted fully.Check the manual of the TV/monitor to make sure the settings are correct.If theProgressivesetting is selected and you have used component video cables to connect a TV that is not compatible with a progressive scan signal, you will not be able to see any picture at all. With your TV connected using either the composite or S-video terminals, change theComponent Outsetting to Interlace(see Video Output settings on page 27).
Screen is stretched or aspect doesn't change.	TheTV Screensetting is incorrect. Set the TV Screen option to match the TV/monitor you're using (seeVideo Output settings on page 27).
When recorded on a VCR or passed through an AV selector, there is disturbance in the playback picture.	This system uses copy-protection technology which may prevent recording or cause picture problems when connected through a VCR or AV selector. This is not a malfunction.
Picture disturbance during playback or dark.	This player is compatible with Macro-Vision System copy guard. Some discs include a copy prevention signal, and when this type of disc is played back, stripes etc., may appear on some sections of the picture depending on the TV. This is not a malfunction.Discs respond differently to particular player functions. This may result in the screen becoming black for a brief instant or shaking slightly when the function is executed. These problems are largely due to differences between discs and disc content and are not malfunctions of this player.
Noticeable difference in DVD and CD volume.	DVDs and CDs use different recording methods. This is not a malfunction.
CD-ROM disc is not recognized.	Make sure that the CD-ROM was recorded using the ISO 9660 disc format. SeeDisc compatibility tableon page 34 for more on disc compatibility.
DVD-ROM disc is not recognized.	Make sure that the DVD-ROM was recorded using the UDF bridge format. SeeDisc compatibility tableon page 34 for more on disc compatibility.

Additional information

Problem Remedy

Files don’t show up in the Disc Navigator/ Photo Browser.	The files on the disc must be named with the correct file extension: .mp3 for MP3 files; .wma for WMA files; .m4a for MPEG-4 AAC files; .jpg for JPEG files (upper or lower-case is OK). SeeDisc compatibility tableon page 34.
Can’t play WMA or MPEG-4 AAC files.	The files were recorded using DRM (digital rights management). This is not a malfunction.

Tuner

Problem Remedy

Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.

Connect the AM antenna (refer to the Setup Guide) and adjust the direction and position for best reception. You may also connect an additional internal or external AM antenna (refer to Connecting external antennas on page 31).Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and secure to a wall. You may also connect an outdoor FM antenna (see Connecting external antennas on page 31).Turn off other equipment that may be causing the noise or move it further away.The tuning interval is incorrect for your country or region. See Frequency step setting on page 38 to switch the tuning interval.

Auto tuning does not pick up some stations.

The radio signal is weak. Auto tuning will only detect radio stations with a good signal. For more sensitive tuning, connect an outdoor antenna.

USB connection

Problem Remedy

USB mass storage device is not recognized by the system.	Make sure you have completely inserted the USB connector to this unit.Check that the memory format is FAT16 or FAT32.USB devices with an internal USB hub are not supported.
Files don't show up in the Navigator/Photo Browser.	The files must have the correct file extension: .mp3 for MP3 files; .wma for WMA files; .m4a for MPEG-4 AAC files; .jpg for JPEG files (upper or lower-case is OK).Make sure the file permission hasn't been restricted (through a password, etc.).
Can't play WMA or MPEG-4 AAC files.	The files were recorded using DRM (digital rights management). This is not a malfunction.

Error Messages

Message Description

LINE ON	• An operation is prohibited because the Line Out mode is on (page 31).
EXTRAPWR	• You cannot adjust SFC Modes or tone controls (bass, treble, and bass boost) when using EXTRA PWR mode.
SND. DEMO	• The sound demo is on. See General in Troubleshooting on page 39.
CANNOT	• An operation is prohibited because DVD/CD or USB isn't selected, headphones are connected, or TEST TONE is pressed during disc playback.

Additional information

Message Description
MUTING	• An operation is prohibited because the sound is muted (press MUTE).
STEREO	• An operation is prohibited because the DVD/CD or USB function isn't selected.
TRAYLOCK	• The tray lock is on. See General in Troubleshooting on page 39.
KEYLOCK	• The key lock is enabled. See Setting the Key Lock below.
USB ERR	• See Important in Using the USB interface on page 24 for more on this.
EEP ERR	• Contact your Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.
EXIT	• Appears when a menu is automatically exited after a set period of inactivity.

Resetting the system

Use the front panel controls to reset all system settings to the factory default.

- With the system on, press ⏻ STANDBY/ON while holding down ▶/II USB.

The next time you switch on, all the system settings should be reset.

Setting the Key Lock

You can disable the front panel buttons by switching the Key Lock feature on.

1 With the system in standby, press SETUP and use / to choose KEYLOCK then press ENTER.

This is shown in the front panel display.

2 U s↑/↓ to select LOCK ON or LOCK OFF then press ENTER.

Using the language code list

Some of the language options (see Language settings on page 27) allow you to set your preferred language from any of the 136 languages in the Language code list below.

1 Select 'Other Language'.

2 U ←/→ to select either a code letter or a code number.

3 U st/↓ to select a code letter or a code number.

See the Language code list below for a complete list of languages and codes.

Additional information

Language code list

Language (Language code letter), Language code

Japanese (ja), 1001	Estonian (et), 0520	Lingala (ln), 1214	Slovak (sk), 1911
English (en), 0514	Basque (eu), 0521	Laothian (lo), 1215	Slovenian (sl), 1912
French (fr), 0618	Persian (fa), 0601	Lithuanian (lt), 1220	Samoan (sm), 1913
German (de), 0405	Finnish (fi), 0609	Latvian (lv), 1222	Shona (sn), 1914
Italian (it), 0920	Fiji (fj), 0610	Malagasy (mg), 1307	Somali (so), 1915
Spanish (es), 0519	Faroese (fo), 0615	Maori (mi), 1309	Albanian (sq), 1917
Dutch (nl), 1412	Frisian (fy), 0625	Macedonian (mk), 1311	Serbian (sr), 1918
Russian (ru), 1821	Irish (ga), 0701	Malayalam (ml), 1312	Siswati (ss), 1919
Chinese (zh), 2608	Scots-Gaelic (gd), 0704	Mongolian (mn), 1314	Sesotho (st), 1920
Korean (ko), 1115	Galician (gl), 0712	Moldavian (mo), 1315	Sundanese (su), 1921
Greek (el), 0512	Guarani (gn), 0714	Marathi (mr), 1318	Swedish (sv), 1922
Afar (aa), 0101	Gujarati (gu), 0721	Malay (ms), 1319	Swahili (sw), 1923
Abkhazian (ab), 0102	Hausa (ha), 0801	Maltese (mt), 1320	Tamil (ta), 2001
Afrikaans (af), 0106	Hindi (hi), 0809	Burmese (my), 1325	Telugu (te), 2005
Amharic (am), 0113	Croatian (hr), 0818	Nauru (na), 1401	Tajik (tg), 2007
Arabic (ar), 0118	Hungarian (hu), 0821	Nepali (ne), 1405	Thai (th), 2008
Assamese (as), 0119	Armenian (hy), 0825	Norwegian (no), 1415	Tigrinya (ti), 2009
Aymara (ay), 0125	Interlingua (ia), 0901	Occitan (oc), 1503	Turkmen (tk), 2011
Azerbaijani (az), 0126	Interlingue (ie), 0905	Oromo (om), 1513	Tagalog (tl), 2012
Bashkir (ba), 0201	Inupiak (ik), 0911	Oriya (or), 1518	Setswana (tn), 2014
Byelorussian (be), 0205	Indonesian (in), 0914	Panjabi (pa), 1601	Tonga (to), 2015
Bulgarian (bg), 0207	Icelandic (is), 0919	Polish (pl), 1612	Turkish (tr), 2018
Bihari (bh), 0208	Hebrew (iw), 0923	Pashto, Pushto (ps), 1619	Tsonga (ts), 2019
Bislama (bi), 0209	Yiddish (ji), 1009	Portuguese (pt), 1620	Tatar (tt), 2020
Bengali (bn), 0214	Javanese (jw), 1023	Quechua (qu), 1721	Twi (tw), 2023
Tibetan (bo), 0215	Georgian (ka), 1101	Rhaeto-Romance (rm), 1813	Ukrainian (uk), 2111
Breton (br), 0218	Kazakh (kk), 1111	Kirundi (rn), 1814	Urdu (ur), 2118
Catalan (ca), 0301	Greenlandic (kl), 1112	Romanian (ro), 1815	Uzbek (uz), 2126
Corsican (co), 0315	Cambodian (km), 1113	Kinyarwanda (rw), 1823	Vietnamese (vi), 2209
Czech (cs), 0319	Kannada (kn), 1114	Sanskrit (sa), 1901	Volapük (vo), 2215
Welsh (cy), 0325	Kashmiri (ks), 1119	Sindhi (sd), 1904	Wolof (wo), 2315
Danish (da), 0401	Kurdish (ku), 1121	Sangho (sg), 1907	Xhosa (xh), 2408
Bhutani (dz), 0426	Kirghiz (ky), 1125	Serbo-Croatian (sh), 1908	Yoruba (yo), 2515
Esperanto (eo), 0515	Latin (la), 1201	Sinhalese (si), 1909	Zulu (zu), 2621

Country/Area code list

Country/Area, Country/Area code, Country/Area code letter

Argentina, 0118, ar

Australia, 0121, au

Austria, 0120, at

Belgium, 0205, be

Brazil, 0218, br

Canada, 0301, ca

Chile, 0312, cl

China, 0314, cn

Denmark, 0411, dk

Finland, 0609, fi

France, 0618, fr

Germany, 0405, de

Hong Kong, 0811, hk

India, 0914, in

Indonesia, 0904, id

Italy, 0920, it

Japan, 1016, jp

Korea, Republic of, 1118, kr

Malaysia, 1325, my

Mexico, 1324, mx

Netherlands, 1412, nl

New Zealand, 1426, nz

Norway, 1415, no

Pakistan, 1611, pk

Philippines, 1608, ph

Portugal, 1620, pt

Russian Federation, 1821, ru

Singapore, 1907, sg

Spain, 0519, es

Switzerland, 0308, ch

Sweden, 1905, se

Taiwan, 2023, tw

Thailand, 2008, th

United Kingdom, 0702, gb

United States of America, 211

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Specifications

- Amplifier section

RMS Power Output:

Front, Center, Surround . . . 60 W per channel (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 4 Ω) 50 W per channel (1 kHz, 10%, T.H.D., 6 Ω) Subwoofer . . . 60 W (100 Hz, 10 % T.H.D., 4 Ω) 50 W (100 Hz, 10%, T.H.D., 6 Ω)

- Disc section

Digital audio characteristics ..... DVD fs: 96 kHz, 24-bit Type ..... DVD system, Video CD/Super VCD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Frequency response ..... .4 Hz to 44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)/ 4 Hz to 22 kHz (48 kHz sampling) Wow and Flutter ..... Limit of measurement (±0.001 % W.PEAK) or less (JEITA)

- FM tuner section

Frequency range 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz Antenna 75 Ω, unbalanced

- AM tuner section

Frequency range: With 9 kHz step. ..... 531 kHz to 1602 kHz With 10 kHz step. ..... 530 kHz to 1700 kHz Antenna ..... Loop antenna

- Miscellaneous

Power requirements: Singapore, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Philippines models ..... AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Taiwanese model .....AC 110 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption ..... 45 W Power consumption in standby.....0.42 W Dimensions ..... 420 mm (W) x 60 mm (H) x 332 mm (D) Weight..... 3.1 kg

• Accessories (DVD/CD receiver)

Remote control .... 1 AA/R6 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) .... 2

Video cable (yellow plugs)....1 AM loop antenna....1 FM antenna....1 Power cord....1 Setup Guide These operating instructions

S-DV161 Speaker system

- Front speakers

Enclosure .... Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System .... 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers.... 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance .... 6 Ω Frequency range .... 90 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power .... .60 W Dimensions ....105 mm (W) x 115 mm (H) x 114 mm (D) Weight.... 0.60 kg

- Center speaker

Enclosure .... Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System .... 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers.... 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance .... 6 Ω Frequency range .... 90 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power .... .60 W Dimensions ....115 mm (W) x 105 mm (H) x 114 mm (D) Weight.... 0.60 kg

- Surround speakers

Enclosure .... Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System .... 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers.... 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance .... 6 Ω Frequency range .... 100 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power .... .60 W Dimensions ....105 mm (W) x 118 mm (H) x 114 mm (D) Weight.... 0.63 kg

- Sub woofer

Enclosure ....Bass-reflex floorstanding type System ....16 cm 1-way system Speaker....16 cm cone type

Additional information

Nominal impedance....6 Ω

Frequency range 30 Hz to 2.0 kHz

Maximum Input Power....60 W

Dimensions .....190 mm (W) x 360 mm (H) x 317 mm (D)

Weight 4.2 kg

- Accessories

Non-skid pads (small) 12

Non-skid pads (large) 4

Mounting brackets 4

Screws (for mounting brackets)....4

S-DV262T Speaker system

- Front/surround speakers

Enclosure .....Closed-box floorstanding type (magnetically shielded)

System 2-way system

Speakers: Woofer .....7.7 cm cone typex2

Tweeter 2.6 cm semi-dome type

Nominal impedance 4 Ω

Frequency range 70 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum input power....60 W

Dimensions .... 260 mm (W) x 1096.3 mm (H) x 260 mm (D)

Weight 4.1 kg

- Center speaker

Enclosure .... Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded)

System 7.7 cm 1-way system

Speakers....7.7 cm cone type

Nominal impedance 4 Ω

Frequency range 75 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum input power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 W

Dimensions ....220 mm (W) x 90 mm (H) x 100 mm (D)

Weight 0.70 kg

- Accessories

Speaker cables....5

Non-skid pads (large) 16

Speaker stand bases 4

Screws (for bases) 12

S-DV262SW Speaker system

- Subwoofer

Enclosure ..... Bass-reflex floorstanding type

System..... 16 cm 1-way system

Speaker....16 cm cone type

Nominal impedance.... 4 Ω

Frequency range 30 Hz to 2.5 kHz

Maximum Input Power....60 W

Dimensions ..... 190 mm (W) × 360 mm (H) × 320 mm (D)

Weight 4.0 kg

- Accessories

Speaker cables 1

Non-skid pads (large).... 4

Note

- Specifications and design subject to possible modification without notice, due to improvements.

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DRM (digital rights management) copy protection is a technology designed to prevent unauthorized copying by restricting playback, etc. of compressed audio files on devices other than the PC (or other recording equipment) used to record it. For detailed information, please see the instruction manuals or help files that came with your PC and/or software.

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