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Pioneer CX303 User Manual

Pioneer CX303
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Operating Instructions
CX303
DVD/CD Receiver
XV-CX303
Speaker System
S-CX303
CX505
DVD/CD Receiver
XV-CX505
Speaker System
S-CX505
CX500
DVD/CD Receiver
XV-CX500
Speaker System
S-CX500
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Table of Contents

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Pioneer CX303 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Signal-To-Noise Ratio98 dB
Input Sensitivity200 mV
Surround System Class5.1 channel
Digital Sound Processor (DSP)Yes
HDMIYes
USB PortYes
HDMI Output1
Optical Input1
Coaxial Input1
FM TunerYes
Number of Channels5.1
Input Impedance47 kOhm
Tuner BandsAM/FM
CDYes

Summary

Important Safety and Usage Guidelines

Electrical Safety and Shock Prevention

Covers shock hazards, opening unit, voltage, power cord safety, and fire warnings.

Laser Safety Warning

Details Class 3B visible and invisible laser radiation precautions.

Usage and Environmental Precautions

Warnings about waterproof, operating environment, and ventilation.

Model Specific Note

Note for Australia Model.

User Precautions and Information

Radiation Exposure Warnings

Warnings about radiation exposure from controls and optical instruments.

Power Cord and Modification Safety

Safe handling of power cords and information on user modifications.

Region Specific Plug Information

Information for Taiwan exclusively regarding plugs.

Chapter 1: Before You Start

Checking What's in the Box

Lists all supplied accessories for the system.

Loading the Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

Remote Control Range and Placement

Explains remote control range and factors affecting it.

Speaker Pad and Grille Installation

Guides for attaching non-skid pads and removing speaker grilles.

Bracket Attachment for CX500 Model

Instructions for attaching brackets to CX500 model speakers.

Wall-Mounting Speaker Guidelines

Precautions and steps for wall-mounting various speakers.

Chapter 2: Connecting Up

Connecting Speaker Terminals

How to connect speaker wires to the main unit terminals.

Multichannel Speaker Connections

Connecting speakers for 5.1 channel setup using color-coded cables.

Speaker Placement Hints

Guidelines for optimal speaker placement for surround sound.

Connecting Radio Antennas

Instructions for setting up AM loop and FM wire antennas.

Connecting External Antennas

Guidance on using external AM and FM antennas.

Connecting to Your TV

How to connect the system to a TV using video and audio cables.

Component Video Output Usage

Using component video for higher quality picture output.

Connecting Auxiliary Components

Connecting front and rear audio inputs for auxiliary devices.

Connecting the Power Cord

Final step to connect the system to the mains power outlet.

Chapter 3: Controls and Displays

Front Panel Controls

Identification and function of the front panel buttons and jacks.

Display Indicators and Formats

Explains the character display, format, tuner, and karaoke indicators.

Remote Control Layout

Overview of the remote control buttons and their functions.

Number Buttons and SHIFT Functions

Using number buttons for track selection and SHIFT for secondary functions.

DVD Playback and Menu Controls

Controls for DVD playback, menus, and special functions like ECHO.

Playback Mode and System Controls

Buttons for repeat, random, playlists, sleep timer, mute, and volume.

Chapter 4: Getting Started

Using On-Screen Displays

Navigating menus and options using the OSD system.

Playing Discs - Basic Operations

Loading discs and starting playback of various disc types.

Basic Playback Controls and Menus

Remote controls for playback, DVD menus, and VCD/Super VCD PBC menus.

Resume and Last Memory Function

How the player remembers playback position for discs.

Listening to the Radio

Tuning AM/FM stations and using tuning modes.

Improving FM Stereo and AM Reception

Adjusting settings for better FM stereo and reducing AM noise.

Memorizing Radio Stations

Saving favorite stations using manual or auto presets.

Listening to Other Sources and Dimming Display

Connecting external sources and adjusting front panel display brightness.

Chapter 5: Setting Up for Surround Sound

Home Theater Sound Setup

Describes standard and front surround speaker placement configurations.

Setting the Channel Levels

Guides on adjusting relative channel levels using test tones for optimal surround.

Chapter 6: Home Theater Sound

About Listening Modes

Explains standard, auto, and surround listening modes.

Auto Listening Mode

How the system automatically selects listening modes based on source.

Listening in Surround Sound

Using Dolby Pro Logic modes for surround sound from stereo sources.

Using Front Surround and Extra Power

Details using Front Surround and Extra Power modes for enhanced sound.

Stereo and Headphone Listening

How to listen in stereo and with headphones.

Chapter 7: Disc Playback Features

Scanning Discs and Slow Motion Playback

Fast-scanning discs and playing in slow motion.

Frame Advance and JPEG Slideshows

Moving frame-by-frame and playing JPEG slideshows.

Browsing DVD/VCD with Disc Navigator

Using the Disc Navigator to find content on DVD and VCD discs.

Browsing WMA, MP3, DivX, JPEG Files

Using Disc Navigator to find various media files by name.

Looping a Section of a Disc

Using A-B Repeat function to loop playback of a disc section.

Repeat and Random Playback

Using repeat play options and random playback modes.

Creating a Program List

Programming a custom playback order for titles, chapters, or tracks.

Program Menu Functions

Other options in the program menu, like playback start and delete.

Using Playlists

Creating and managing playlists for media files.

Listening to Playlists and Clearing Files

Playing playlists and removing files from them.

Searching a Disc and Switching Subtitles

Finding content by title/time and changing subtitle languages.

Switching Language/Audio Channels

Changing audio language or channels during playback.

Zooming, Camera Angles, and Disc Info

Adjusting zoom, camera angles, and displaying disc information.

Chapter 8: USB Playback

Using the USB Interface

Connecting USB devices and basic playback operations.

USB Basic Playback Controls

Controls for USB playback, scanning, and file skipping.

Scanning Files and JPEG Slideshows

Scanning files and playing JPEG slideshows via USB.

Browsing Files with the Navigator

Using the Navigator to find WMA, MP3, DivX, and JPEG files.

Chapter 9: Singing Karaoke

Karaoke Setup and Operation

Plugging in microphones, loading backing tracks, and basic singing.

Vocal Mix and Backing Track Adjustment

Changing vocal mix with echo and adjusting backing track pitch.

Chapter 10: Adjusting the Sound

Using the Sound Menu

Adjusting sound settings like bass, treble, and MP3 EXP.

Sound Field Control Modes

Selecting sound field modes for different music and movie genres.

Boosting Bass Level

Using X.BOOM to enhance bass for music or movies.

Muting the Sound

Temporarily switching off the audio output.

Chapter 11: Audio Settings and Video Adjust menu

Audio Settings Menu

Features for adjusting audio output, including DRC and Virtual Surround.

Video Adjust Menu

Adjusting picture settings like sharpness, brightness, and contrast.

Chapter 12: Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings Menu

Guides for initial setup, video output, and language settings.

Video Output and Language Settings

Configuring TV screen aspect ratio and audio/subtitle languages.

Subtitle, Display, and Options Settings

Configuring subtitle display, OSD language, and parental lock.

Password and Parental Lock Management

Changing password and managing parental lock levels.

DivX VOD and Registration Code Display

Information on DivX VOD content and displaying registration codes.

Playing DivX VOD Content

How to play DivX VOD content and handle rental restrictions.

Speaker Distance Setup

Adjusting speaker distances for optimal surround sound.

Chapter 13: Additional Information

Optional System and TV Settings

Configuring system settings, demo mode, frequency steps, and TV system.

Disc Compatibility and Care

Information on playable disc formats, care, and DualDisc playback.

Key Lock, Volume Mode, and Sleep Timer

Setting key lock, volume steps, and the sleep timer function.

Disc/Content Format Compatibility

Overview of compatible disc types and formats.

Disc Compatibility Tables

Detailed compatibility for CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-RW, compressed audio, and JPEG.

DivX and DVD+R/+RW Compatibility

Information on DivX video and DVD+R/+RW disc compatibility.

DivX Subtitle Files and Audio Formats

Details on DivX subtitle file fonts and MPEG-4 AAC, WMA formats.

Disc Care and DVD Video Regions

Guidelines for handling discs and understanding DVD region coding.

Disc Handling, Storage, and Avoidance

Proper handling, storage, and discs to avoid for playback.

Installation, Maintenance, and Cleaning

Hints on installation, maintenance, and cleaning the pickup lens.

Condensation, Moving Unit, and Screen Sizes

Dealing with condensation, moving the unit, and screen aspect ratios.

Resetting the System to Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset all system settings to factory defaults.

Troubleshooting General Problems

Common issues like no power, no sound, or remote control problems.

DVD/CD/Video CD Player Troubleshooting

Solutions for disc ejection, playback errors, and picture issues.

Media File and Tuner Troubleshooting

Problems with WMA/MP3/JPEG files and tuner reception.

USB Connection Troubleshooting

Issues with USB device recognition and file playback.

Error Messages and Their Meanings

Explains various error messages displayed by the system.

Language Code List Usage

How to use the language code list for settings.

Language Code List

A comprehensive list of languages and their corresponding codes.

Country/Area Code List

A list of countries/areas and their associated codes.

Specifications

Amplifier, Disc, Tuner, and Miscellaneous Specs

Technical details for amplifier, disc characteristics, tuner sections, and accessories.

CX303 Speaker System Specifications

Technical specifications for the S-CX303 speaker system.

CX500 and CX505 Speaker System Specifications

Technical details for S-CX500 and S-CX505 speaker systems.

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