Pioneer sx 217 k Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions for the SX-217-K Audio Multi-Channel ReceiverUPDOWNMULTI JOGMASTERVOLUMEENTERAUDIO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER SX-217STANDBY/ONPHONESFRONTAUDIO INPUTDVD/LD TV/SAT DVR CD CD-R / TAPE / MD FRONT AUDIO FM AMSTANDARDMIDNIGHT/LOUDNESSADVANCEDSURRST/DIRECT/AUTO SURRLISTENING MODEQUICKSETUP SETUP RETURNMUTE TONEANALOGATT SLEEPTUNEREDITDIMMERMULTI JOGTUNING STATION MPX VSBMODEDIALOGUEENHANCEMENTMIDNIGHT/LOUDNESSQUICKSETUP SETUP RETURNMUTE TONEANALOGATT SLEEPTUNEREDITDIMMERMULTI JOGENTER MULTI JOG dialDisplay5FRONT AUDIO INPUT88PHONES jack 10814 19 3 134 20INPUT SELECTORRECEIVERSTANDARD ADV.SURR STEREO MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESSTOP MENUSETUPRETURNS.RETRIEVERTUNER EDITONETOUCHCOPYHDD DVDDVD/DVRTUNINGDISPLAY CLASSMPX STATIONDVD/DVRTUNERAUDIOSUBTITLEMUTEEFFECT/CH SEL LEVELENTERRECEIVERVOLUMESLEEPF.AUDIODVRDVDCD-R AMFMCDRECEIVERTVDIMMER ANALOG ATTMENUDIALOG EGUIDE RECTIMER REC INFO REC STOP JUKEBOXCH CHSHIFT112342657891110121314151617MPXVSBMODEDIALOGUEENHANCEMENT17 18 119SP A21 22 23 24 25 26 27 3128 29 30Character display 34 3533 3632Front panelRemote controlDisplayBefore you start Controls and displaysListening to your systemUsing the Quick SetupYou can use the Quick Setup to get yoursystem up and running with just a few buttonpresses. The receiver automatically makesthe necessary settings after you haveselected your room size and listeningposition.If you want to make more specific settings,refer to The System Setup menu.Use the front panel controls for the stepsbelow.1 Press STANDBY/ON to switch on.2 Press QUICK SETUP.3 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose yourroom size.Depending on the distance of your speakersfrom the listening position, choose betweensmall, medium, or large (S, M or L), M beingan average-sized room.4 Press ENTER.5 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose yourlistening position.You can cycle between the following choices:• FWD — If you are nearer to the frontspeakers than the surround speakers• MID — If you are equal distance from thefront and surround speakers• BACK — If you are nearer to the surroundspeakers than the front speakers6 Press ENTER to confirm your setup.The display shows the room size and listeningposition that you have selected.Important• Certain features explained in this section willnot be possible depending on the source (forexample, PCM 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz, DTS 96 kHz(24 bit) or WMA9 Pro sources).Auto playbackThe simplest, most direct listening option is theAuto Surround feature. With this, the receiverautomatically detects what kind of source you'replaying and selects multichannel or stereoplayback as necessary.• While listening to a source, press STEREOfor auto playback of a source.Press repeatedly until AUTO SURR. shows brieflyin the display (it will then show the decoding orplayback format). Check the digital formatindicators in the display to see how the source isbeing processed.Note• Stereo surround (matrix) formats are decodedaccordingly using 2 Pro Logic II MOVIE.• The Auto Surround feature is canceled if youconnect headphones or select the multichannel analoginputs.Listening in surround soundUsing this receiver, you can listen to any sourcein surround sound. However, the optionsavailable will depend on the type of source you'relistening to.• While listening to a source, press STANDARD.If the source is Dolby Digital, DTS, or DolbySurround encoded, the proper decoding format1 RECEIVER (STANDBY/ON)Switches the receiver between standby and on.2 Listening mode buttonsSTANDARDPress for Standard decoding and to switch betweenPro Logic II options.ADV.SURR.Switches between the various surround modes.STEREOSwitches between direct and stereo playback. Directplayback bypasses the tone controls for the mostaccurate reproduction of a source. Also selects theAuto Surround mode.3 TOP MENUDisplays the disc ‘top’ menu of a DVD disc.SETUPPress to access the System Setup menu.4 TUNER EDIT*Press to memorize and name a station for recall. Alsofunctions as the SETUP button for DVD/DVR units.S.RETRIEVERPress to restore CD quality sound to compressedaudio sources.5 (MASTER) VOLUME +/–Use to set the listening volume.6 EFFECT/CH SELPress repeatedly to select a channel, then use LEVEL+/– to adjust the level. Also selects the AdvancedSurround effect level (use LEVEL +/– to adjust).LEVEL +/–Use to adjust the effect and channel levels.7 SHIFTPress to access commands in a rectangle (above thebuttons) on the remote. These buttons are markedwith an asterisk (* ) in this section.8 SLEEPPress to change the amount of time before thereceiver switches into standby (30 min - 60 min - 90min - Off).DIMMERDims or brightens the display.ANALOG ATTAttenuates (lowers) the level of an analog input signalto prevent distortion.9 INPUT SELECTOR buttonsPress to select an input source (press DVD/DVR touse the DVD player/recorder controls on the remote).RECEIVERUse to switch to the receiver controls on the remotecontrol. Also used when setting up the surroundsound for the receiver.10 MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESSThese features give you good sound at low volumelevels when listening to movie (Midnight) or music(Loudness) sources. Press to switch betweenMIDNIGHT, LOUDNESS, and OFF.11 MENUDisplays the disc menu of DVD-Video discs.DIALOG E (DIALOGUE ENHANCEMENT)This feature localizes dialog in the center channel tomake it stand out from other background sounds in aTV or movie soundtrack.12 /ENTER13 RETURNConfirm and exit the current menu screen.ONE TOUCH COPY*Copies the currently playing title from DVD to HDD orvice-versa.14 MUTEMutes/unmutes the sound.15 DVD/DVR control buttonsYou can use these buttons to control a Pioneer DVDplayer or recorder connected to your system.16 TUNER controlsThe TUNING +/– buttons can be used to find radiofrequencies and the STATION +/– buttons can be usedto select preset radio stations.DISPLAYSwitches the display between station preset name andfrequency.CLASSSwitches between the three banks (classes) of stationpresets.17 MPXUse to switch between auto stereo and mono receptionof FM broadcasts. If the signal is weak then switching tomono will improve the sound quality.18 VSB MODESelects the Virtual Surround Back (VSB) mode.19 TONEPress this button to access the bass and treble controls,which you can then adjust with the MULTI JOG dial.20 QUICK SETUP21 SIGNAL indicatorsLights to indicate the type of input signal assigned forthe current component:DIGITALLights when a digital audio signal is detected.2 DIGITALLights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected.DTSLights when a DTS encoded audio signal is detected.ANALOGLights when an analog signal is detected.22When the STANDARD mode of the receiver is on, thislights to indicate decoding of a DTS multichannelsignal.23 2 DIGITALWhen the STANDARD mode of the receiver is on, thislights to indicate decoding of a Dolby Digitalmultichannel signal.24 2 PRO LOGIC IIWhen the (STANDARD) Pro Logic II mode of thereceiver is on, 2 PRO LOGIC II lights to indicate ProLogic II decoding.25 VIR.SBLights during Virtual surround back processing.26 DIRECTLights when source direct playback is in use. Directplayback bypasses the tone controls for the mostaccurate reproduction of a source.will automatically be selected and shows in thedisplay.With two channel sources, press STANDARDrepeatedly to select from:• 2 Pro Logic II MOVIE — Up to 5.1 channelsound, especially suited to movie sources• 2 Pro Logic II MUSIC — Up to 5.1 channelsound, especially suited to music sources• 2 Pro Logic II GAME — Up to 5.1 channelsound, especially suited to video games• 2 PRO LOGIC — 5.1 channel surround soundUsing the Advanced surround effectsTry different settings with various soundtracks to seewhich you like.• Press ADV.SURR.(ADVANCED SURROUND)repeatedly to select a listening mode.• ADV. MOVIE — Suitable for movie sources.• ADV. MUSIC — Suitable for music sources.• TV SURR. — Provides surround sound for bothmono and stereo TV sources.• SPORTS — Suitable for sports programs.• ADV. GAME — Suitable for video games.• EXPANDED — Simulates multichannel surroundsound for two-channel sources.• EX. POWER (Extra Power) — Gives multichannelsound to a stereo source, using all of your speakers.• VIR. SURR — A virtual surround effect using justthe subwoofer and front speakers.• PHONESUR. (Phones Surround) — Creates theeffect of overall surround with headphones.Note• Use with Dolby Pro Logic for a stereo surroundeffect (stereo field is wider than Standard modeswith Dolby Digital sources).Setting the effect optionsWhen using surround effects, there are a number ofsettings you can adjust.1 Press EFFECT/CH SEL repeatedly to select thesetting you want to adjust.Depending on the current status / mode of thereceiver, certain options may not appear. Check thetable below for notes on this.2 Use the LEVEL+/– buttons to set it as necessary.See the table below for the options available for eachsetting. The defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold.3 Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust othersettings.Using the Virtual Surround Back modeSelecting this mode allows you to hear a virtualsurround back channel through your surroundspeakers. For example, you can choose to listen tosources with no surround back channel information(for example, 5.1 encoded material) with emulated 6.1encoding (VSB ON). Sometimes the material maysound better in the 5.1 format for which it wasoriginally encoded. In this case you can simply switchit off (VSB OFF).• Press VSB MODE (front panel) to select a virtualsurround back channel option.Each press cycles through the options as follows:• VSB ON — Virtual Surround Back is always used(for example, on 5.1 encoded material)• VSB OFF — Virtual Surround Back mode isswitched offNote• You can't use the Virtual Surround Back mode withheadphones or with the STEREO / DIRECT mode.Listening in stereoWhen you select STEREO or DIRECT, you will hear thesource through just the front left and right speakers(and subwoofer). Dolby Digital and DTS multichannelsources are downmixed to stereo.• While listening to a source, press STEREO forstereo playback.Press repeatedly to switch between:• STEREO — The audio is heard with your surroundsettings and you can still use the Midnight,Loudness, and tone functions.• DIRECT — Bypass all effects and surroundsettings so that the audio remains as close to thesource audio signal as possible.• AUTO SURR. — See Auto playback above.Note• DIRECT switches to STEREO when using Midnight,Loudness, Dialog Enhancement, or the tone controls.Using the Sound RetrieverWhen audio data is removed during thecompression process, sound quality often suffersfrom an uneven sound image. The Sound Retrieverfeature employs new DSP technology that helpsbring CD quality sound back to compressed2-channel audio by restoring sound pressure andsmoothing jagged artifacts left over aftercompression.• While listening to a source, press S.RETRIEVER.Press repeatedly to switch between:• RTRV1 ON — This option is engineeredespecially for portable digital audio players.• RTRV2 ON — This option is engineeredespecially for portable digital radio devices (onlyapplicable when using the FRONT AUDIO INPUT).• OFF — Switches the Sound Retriever off.27 AUTO SURR.Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switchedon.28 ATTLights when ANALOG ATT is used to attenuate(reduce) the level of the analog input signal.29 SLEEPLights when the receiver is in sleep mode.30 Tuner indicators/ MONOLights when the mono mode is set using the MPXbutton./ STEREOLights when a stereo FM broadcast is being receivedin auto stereo mode./ TUNEDLights when a broadcast is being received.31 Speaker indicatorShows if the speaker system is on or not. SPAmeans the speakers are switched on. SP meansthe headphones are connected.32 ADV.SURR. (Advanced Surround)Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modeshas been selected.33 WMA9 ProLights to indicate decoding of a WMA9 Pro signal.34 MIDNIGHTLights during Midnight listening.35 D.E.Lights when Dialog Enhancement (DIALOG E) isswitched on.36 LOUDNESSLights during Loudness listening.Master volume levelManufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories.“DTS” is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. and “DTS96/24” is a trademark of DTS, Inc.NoteKeep in mind the following when using theremote control:• Make sure that there are no obstacles betweenthe remote and the remote sensor on the unit.• The remote has a range of about 7 m.• Remote operation may become unreliable ifstrong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onthe unit's remote sensor.• Remote controllers for different devices caninterfere with each other. Avoid using remotesfor other equipment located close to this unit.• Replace the batteries when you notice a fall offin the operating range of the remote.What it doesTurns DVD player or recorder power on/off.Changes the audio language or channel.Displays/changes the subtitles onmultilingual DVD-Video discs.Switches channels.Starts/resumes normal playback.Pauses/unpauses a disc.Stops playback.Press to start fast reverse scanning.Press to start fast forward scanning.Skips to the start of the current track orchapter, then previous tracks/chapters.Skips to the next track or chapter.Switch between the hard disk and DVDcontrols for DVD/HDD recorders.Displays the guides on a DVD recorder.Starts recording.Accesses the timer recording menu.Displays additional EPG information.Stops recording.Switches to the Jukebox feature.ButtonDVD/DVR AUDIOSUBTITLECH +/–HDD/DVD*GUIDE *REC*TIMER REC*INFO*REC STOP*JUKEBOX*SettingCenter Width*Dimension*Panorama*EffectWhat it doesSpreads the center channelbetween the front right andleft speakers, making it soundwider (higher settings) ornarrower (lower settings).Adjusts the surround soundbalance from front to back,making the sound moredistant (minus settings), ormore forward (positivesettings).Extends the front stereo imageto include surround speakersfor a ‘wraparound’ effect.Sets the effect level for thecurrently selected AdvancedSurround mode (each modecan be set separately).Options0 to 7Default: 3–3 to +3Default: 0OFFON10 to 90* Only available with 2 ch sources in Dolby Pro Logic IIMusic mode.

L C R RS LS SWTroubleshootingIncorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, checkthe points below. Take a look at the other components and electrical appliances being used, because sometimes the problem may lie there. Ifthe trouble isn’t sorted out even after going through the checks below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company tocarry out repair work.NoteIf the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity, disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insertagain to return to normal operating conditions.Additional informationThe System Setup menuSpecificationsProblem RemedyMaking receiver settings fromthe System Setup menuThe following section shows you how to makedetailed settings to specify how you’re using thereceiver and also explains how to fine-tuneindividual speaker system settings to your liking.1 Press RECEIVER on the remote control, thenpress the SETUP button.2 Use / to select the setting you want toadjust then press ENTER.• SP SETUP allows you to specify the distanceand balance of the speakers you’ve connected:CH LEVEL — Adjust overall balance of yourspeaker system.SP DISTN. — Specify the distance of yourspeakers from the listening position.• OTHER allows you to make customized settingsto reflect how you are using the receiver.DRC — This setting specifies the amount ofdynamic range adjustment to Dolby Digitaland DTS movie soundtracks (use this whenlistening to surround sound at low volumes).DUAL MONO — You can specify how dualmono encoded Dolby Digital soundtracksshould be played (dual mono is sometimesused when two languages need to be sent toseparate channels).LFE ATT — Some Dolby Digital and DTSaudio sources include ultra-low bass tones.Set the LFE attenuator as necessary toprevent the ultra-low bass tones fromdistorting the sound from the speakers.Channel level1 Select CH LEVEL from the SP SETUP menu.2 Use / to select a setup option.• T. TONE M. — Move the test tone manuallyfrom speaker to speaker and adjust individualchannel levels.• T. TONE A. — Adjust channel levels as the testtone moves from speaker to speakerautomatically.3 Confirm your selected setup option.The test tones will start after you press ENTER.After the volume increases to the reference level,test tones will be output.4 Adjust the level of each channel using /.If you selected T. TONE M., use / to switchspeakers.The T. TONE A. setup will output test tones in thefollowing order:Adjust the level of each speaker as the test tone isemitted.5 When you’re finished, press RETURN.Tip• You can change the channel levels at any timeby using EFFECT/CH SEL and +/– on the remote.Note• If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter,take the readings from your main listening positionand adjust the level of each speaker to 75 dB SPL(C-weighting/slow reading).• The subwoofer test tone is output at low volumes.You may need to adjust the level after testing with anactual soundtrack.Speaker Distance1 Select ‘SP DISTN.’ from the SP SETUPmenu.2 Use / to choose the speaker that youwant then set the distance.Use / to adjust the distance of eachspeaker (in 10 cm (0.5 ft.) increments).3 When you’re finished, press RETURN.Tip• For best surround sound, make sure thesurround back speakers are the same distancefrom the listening position.Dynamic Range Control Setup• Default setting: OFF1 Select DRC from the OTHER setup menu.2 Use / to choose the setting that youwant.• OFF — No dynamic range adjustment (usewhen listening at higher volume).• MID — Mid setting.• MAX — Dynamic range is reduced (loudsounds are reduced in volume while quietersounds are increased).3 When you’re finished, press RETURN.Dual Mono Setup• Default setting: CH11 Select DUAL MONO from the OTHER setupmenu.2 Use / to choose the setting that youwant.• CH1 — Only channel 1 is played• CH2 — Only channel 2 is played• CH1 CH2 — Both channels are playedthrough the front speakers3 When you’re finished, press RETURN.Note• This setting works only with dual monoencoded Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks.LFE Attenuator Setup• Default setting: ATT 0 dB1 Select LFE ATT from the OTHER setup menu.2 Use / to choose the setting that youwant.• LFEATT 0 — No limiting (recommendedsetting)• LFEATT 10 — 10 dB of limiting• LFEATT ** — No sound from LFE channel3 When you're finished, press RETURN.The power does not turn on.No sound is output when a function isselected.No image is output when a function isselected.Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.Broadcast stations cannot be selectedautomatically.No sound from surround or centerspeakers.No sound from subwoofer.Noise during playback of a cassette deck.No sound is output or a noise is outputwhen software with DTS is played back.During a playback search, noise is outputfrom a DTS compatible CD player.Can’t operate the remotecontrol.The display is dark or off.• Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.• Disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and insert again.• Make sure there are no loose strands of speaker wire touching the rear panel. This couldcause the receiver to shut off automatically.• If the power shuts off automatically, take the unit to your nearest Pioneer authorized servicecenter or your dealer for servicing.• Make sure the component is connected correctly.• Press MUTE on the remote control to turn muting off.• Adjust the MASTER VOLUME.• Make sure the component is connected correctly.• Select the correct component (use the INPUT SELECTOR buttons).• Tune in the correct frequency.• Connect the antenna and adjust the direction and position for best reception.• Route any loose cables away from the antenna terminals and wires.• Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and secure to a wall.• Connect an outdoor FM antenna.• Connect an additional internal or external AM antenna.• Turn off the equipment causing the noise or move it away from the receiver.• Move antennas farther away from equipment causing the noise.• Connect an outdoor antenna.• Connect the speakers properly.• Refer to Channel level to check the speaker levels.• The Dolby Digital or DTS source you are listening to may not have an LFE channel.• Switch the LFE Attenuator Setup to LFEATT 0 or LFEATT 10.• Move the cassette deck further from your receiver, until the noise disappears.• Set the digital volume level of the player to full, or to the neutral position.• This is not a malfunction, but be sure to turn the volume down to prevent the output of loudnoise from your speakers.• Replace the batteries.• Operate within 7 m (23 ft.), 30 of the remote sensor on the front panel.• Remove the obstacle or operate from another position.• Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light.• Press DIMMER on the remote control repeatedly to return to the default.SpecificationsAmplifier section• Continuous power outputFront100 W per channel* (200 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 Ω)Center 100 W*(200 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 Ω)Surround100 W per channel*(200 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 Ω)Subwoofer 100 W*(45 Hz to 200 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 Ω)• RMS Power OutputFront 144 W per channel (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 Ω)Center 144 W (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 Ω)Surround 144 W per channel (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 Ω)Subwoofer 144 W (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 Ω)* Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission's TradeRegulation rule on Power Output Claims for Amplifiers.** Measured by Audio Spectrum Analyzer.FM Tuner SectionFrequency Range 87.5 MHz to 108 MHzAntenna Input (DIN) 75 Ω unbalancedAM Tuner SectionFrequency Range 530 kHz to 1700 kHzAntenna Loop antennaMiscellaneousPower requirements AC 120 V / 60 HzPower consumption 320 W / 420 VAIn standby 0.5 WDimensions420 mm (W) x 158 mm (H) x 348 mm (D)16 9/16 in. (W) x 6 1/4 in. (H) x 13 11/16 in. (D)Weight (without package) 8.6 kg (19.0 lb)Furnished PartsAM loop antenna 1FM wire antenna 1AA/R6 dry cell batteries(to confirm system operation) 2Remote control 1Mini-plug audio cable 1These operating instructionsNoteSpecifications and the design are subject to possiblemodifications without notice, due to improvements.Resetting the main unitUse this procedure to reset all the receiver’s settings to the factory default. Use the front panel controls to dothis.1 Switch the receiver into standby.2 While holding down the TONE button, press and hold the STANDBY/ON button for about threeseconds.3 When you see ‘RESET?’ appear in the display, press the ENTER button.OK? shows in the display.4 Press SETUP to confirm.OK appears in the display to indicate that the receiver has been reset to the factory default settings.Published by Pioneer Corporation.Copyright © 2007 Pioneer Corporation.All rights reserved.Register Your Product at:http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US)http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada)Using the tuner Listening to the radioThe following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radiobroadcasts and memorize the frequency for recall later.1 Press AM or FM to select the tuner band.2 Tune to a station.There are three ways to do this:• Automatic tuning — Press and hold TUNING +/– for about asecond. Searching automatically stops at the next station.• Manual tuning — To change the frequency one step at a time,press TUNING +/–.• High speed tuning — Press and hold TUNING +/– continuously.If the signal is weak, press the MPX button to switch the receiverinto mono reception mode.Saving station presetsThis receiver can memorize up to 30 stations, stored in three banksof 10 stations each.1 Tune to a station you want to memorize.2 Press TUNER EDIT to select ‘ST. MEMORY’.3 Press CLASS to select one of the three classes then pressSTATION (+/–) to select the station preset you want.You can also use the MULTI JOG dial after pressing STATION (frontpanel) to select station presets.4 Press ENTER to store the station.Note• When saving an FM frequency, the MPX setting is also stored.Naming station presetsYou can your station presets for easy recall.1 Choose the preset you want to name.See Listening to station presets below.2 Press TUNER EDIT to select ‘ST. NAME’.A cursor appears at the first character position.3 Input the name you want then press ENTER.Use the MULTI JOG dial (front panel) or the STATION +/- buttons(remote) to select characters, and ENTER to confirm. If nocharacter is input, a space is input.Tip• Once you have named a station preset, you can press DISPLAY whenlistening to a station to switch the display between the name and thefrequency.Listening to station presetsYou will need to have some presets stored to do this. See Savingstation presets if you haven’t done this already.1 Press AM or FM to select the tuner.2 Press CLASS to select the class in which the station isstored.Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A, B and C.3 Press STATION +/– to select the station preset you want.

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