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BEFORE

OPERATING,

ADJUST

THE

POSITION

THESE

SWITCHES

model is shipped from the factory, these switches are set to the power

requirements of the destination. Check that they are set properly before

plugging the power cord into the AC outlet. If the voltages are not

properly set or if you move to an area where the voltage requirements

differ, adjust the selector switches as follows.

1. Use a medium-size screwdriver.

2. Insert the screwdriver in the groove to the voltage selector, and

adjust so that the tip of the groove points to the voltage value of

your area.

CHANNEL STEP/FM DE EMPHASIS SWITCH

(Not available on U.S. and Canadian models)

The unit has been factory preset to the channel allocation and de-

emphasis value for the area in which it is to be sold. {f these values are

set incorrectly, the frequency display may stop at the wrong frequency,

or sound may be distorted, resulting in an inability to reproduce recep-

tion signals at their proper sound quality. For this reason, be sure to

confirm that the values are set correctly before first using the unit.

[100kH2/10kHz/75zs} position:

Set to this position for areas with an FM reception step of 100kHz, AM

10kHz, and de-emphasis 75ys.

{50kHz/9kHz/50zs] position:

Set to this position, for areas with an FM reception step of 5OkHz, AM

9kHz, and de-emphasis 50xs.

NOTE:

When unsure about the channel allocation and de-emphasis values for

your area, consult your dealer for correct information.

TWO

VOLTAGE

SELECTORS

CAUTION: TWO VOLTAGE SELECTORS

1104

120V—127V

=127V__

au EF

-127V

Ac tov | AC | eae

'AC 240V

110V)

120~

| —220V | 240V

{

1OOksHz

AEM 77855

orlie—-am 1 OkHz

CHANNEL

STEP

220V

240V

110V

120V—127V

VOLTAGE

SELECTORS

420 - VV

a |

{FM DE- EMPHASIS

220V

240V

FEATURES

The VSX-5400/VSX-55008S audio-video components combine the

functions of receiver, wireless remote control, audio-video selector,

surround processor and video enhancer. {t will play a central role

in your enjoyment of audio- video media.

* SURROUND FUNCTION

Three surround modes (DOLBY SURROUND, STADIUM, SIMULATED

SURROUND) can be selected.

* LARGE MOTOR DRIVEN VOLUME KNOB

The large volume knob contributes to operational convenience and

positive response. You can even operate it via remote control, When

you change the volume setting using the remote control unit, the knob

turns by itself, making it easy to keep track of the current setting.

° ENHANCER, SPLIT-SCREEN FUNCTION

The built-in, detail-type enhancer is beneficial when making copies of

VCR

tapes.

Also,

by using

the

split-screen

function,

you

can

simultaneously view the enhanced and original (non-enhanced} images.

in this way you can select the optimum settings for enhancing the

image.

* VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR (Simulcast function)

Allows tree combination of various audio video sources during playback

and over-dubbing, enabling you to produce your own original video

product

* TWO-WAY VCR COPYING AND MONITORING

® ACOUSTIC MEMORY FUNCTION

Five types (A--E} of tone control settings can be preset. The settings

for loudness and flat tone response functions can also be selected

quickly.

The calltetters of broadcast

stations can

be preset

(up to four

characters).

The display can be set to show either the broadcasting frequency or

the call Jetters (for example, WBAC). The four-character display can

alternately be set to display your name, or the type of material broadcast.

{for example, JAZZ, NEWS, etc.}

® AV Remote Control Unit (VSX-5400)

With the attached remote control unit you can operate any Pioneer audio

or video component bearing the i

mark, Using additional learning

functions a whole AV surround system including a TV and VCR from

other manufacturers can be controlled. (Some manufacturers' remote

control systems, however, are not suitable for programming.}

® RETURN FUNCTION

This function returns you to the standard receiver setting. If, for

example, the receiver switch setting is unclear, press the RETURN key

and adjust the VOLUME control knob until sound returns.

(The speaker switch should be ON.)