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Pioneer S-HTD340 User Manual

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DVD/CD Receiver
XV-HTD340
Speaker System
S-HTD340
Operating Instructions
XV-HTD340.book 1 ページ 2003年12月27日 土曜日 午前10時30分

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Pioneer S-HTD340 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelS-HTD340
CategoryHome Theater System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Guidelines for Use and Handling

Covers reading instructions, attachments, water, cleaning, and general usage.

Installation and Electrical Safety

Covers grounding, power cords, lightning, overloading, and servicing.

01 Before you start

System Features

Details the system's audio and video capabilities and design.

What's in the box

Lists all accessories included with the system.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

01 Before you start

Using the Remote Control

Guidelines for operating the remote control effectively and safely.

Disc and Content Format Compatibility

Information on playable disc types and format support.

02 Connecting up

Connecting the Speakers

Step-by-step guide for connecting speaker cables to the system and speakers.

02 Connecting up

Placing the Speakers

Guidance on optimal speaker placement for surround sound.

02 Connecting up

Wall-mounting the Surround Speaker System

Precautions and steps for securely mounting speakers on walls.

Connecting to Your TV

Instructions for connecting the system to a TV using various video outputs.

02 Connecting up

Connecting via S-Video Output

How to connect using an S-video cable for better picture quality.

Connecting via Component Video Output

How to connect using component video cables for the best picture quality.

02 Connecting up

Listening to TV Audio

How to connect the system to your TV for sound playback.

Using with a Pioneer Plasma Display

Connecting and utilizing features with Pioneer plasma TVs via SR+ cable.

02 Connecting up

Connecting Supplied Antennas

Instructions for setting up AM and FM antennas for radio reception.

02 Connecting up

Connecting the Power Cord

Steps for safely connecting the system to a power outlet.

03 Controls and displays

Front Panel Controls

Identifies and explains buttons and indicators on the system's front panel.

03 Controls and displays

Display Indicators

Explains the meaning of various symbols and lights on the system display.

03 Controls and displays

Remote Control Overview

Identifies and explains the functions of the remote control buttons.

04 Getting started

Switching On and Initial Setup

Guide to powering on the system and performing initial TV setup.

04 Getting started

Setting the Clock

Instructions for setting the system's clock for timer functions.

Using the Room Setup

How to calibrate the system for optimal surround sound based on room acoustics.

04 Getting started

Setting Up Remote to Control TV

Instructions for programming the remote to operate a TV.

04 Getting started

Using On-Screen Displays

How to navigate and use the system's graphical on-screen menus.

Playing Discs Basics

Introduction to basic controls for playing DVD, CD, and Video CDs.

04 Getting started

Loading and Playing Discs

Steps for loading discs and starting playback.

Basic Playback Controls

Explains common playback functions like play, pause, stop, scan.

04 Getting started

Playback Control Details

Detailed explanation of playback buttons like pause, stop, scan, skip, and folder navigation.

Resume and Last Memory

How the system remembers playback points for DVDs and Video CDs.

04 Getting started

Changing Discs

Instructions on how to change discs using the EXCHANGE button.

04 Getting started

DVD-Video Disc Menus

Explains how to navigate menus on DVD-Video discs.

04 Getting started

Video CD PBC Menus

Information on navigating Playback Control menus for Video CDs.

Listening to the Radio

How to tune into AM and FM radio stations.

04 Getting started

Improving Poor FM Reception

Tips for enhancing FM radio reception quality.

Memorizing Radio Stations

Steps to save favorite radio stations as presets.

04 Getting started

Listening to Station Presets

How to select saved radio stations using presets.

Listening to Other Sources

Connecting and listening to external audio/video sources.

05 Listening to your system

About Listening Modes

Explains different surround sound setup options and listening modes.

Auto Listening Mode

How the system automatically selects the best audio output for the source.

05 Listening to your system

Listening in Surround Sound

How to enjoy surround sound from various sources using Dolby Pro Logic.

Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings

Adjusting parameters like Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama for PL II Music.

05 Listening to your system

Using Advanced Surround Effects

Applying various surround effects like Movie, Music, and Sports.

Using Front Surround

Utilizing Front Surround modes for 3-spot speaker setups.

05 Listening to your system

Adjusting Surround Effect Levels

Fine-tuning the intensity of Advanced and Front Surround effects.

Listening in Stereo

How to listen to sources in standard stereo sound.

Listening with Headphones

Using headphones with the system and available modes.

05 Listening to your system

Enhancing Dialogue

Using Dialogue Enhancement to improve clarity of spoken words.

Virtual Surround Back Speaker

Simulating a surround back channel effect for a more immersive sound.

Quiet and Midnight Listening Modes

Using modes to adjust sound for low-volume listening or smoother tone.

05 Listening to your system

Adjusting Bass and Treble

Controls for modifying the bass and treble frequencies of the sound.

Boosting Bass Level

Selecting different bass modes to enhance low-frequency response.

06 Playing discs

CD Mode: Play CDs and WMA/MP3s Only

Restricting playback to only audio CDs and WMA/MP3 discs.

06 Playing discs

Disc Scanning and Slow Motion Playback

Features for fast scanning and slow-motion playback of discs.

Frame Advance and Reverse

Ability to advance or reverse DVD/Video CD frames one by one.

Using the Disc Navigator

Browsing disc contents to find specific tracks or titles.

06 Playing discs

Looping a Section of a Disc (A-B Repeat)

Repeating a specific segment of a track or title.

Using Repeat Play

Options for repeating tracks, discs, or entire programs.

06 Playing discs

Using Random Play

Playing discs or tracks in a random, shuffled order.

06 Playing discs

Creating DVD Program Lists

Programming the playback order of titles and chapters from a DVD.

06 Playing discs

Creating Non-DVD Program Lists

Programming playback order for CDs, Video CDs, and WMA/MP3s.

06 Playing discs

Searching a Disc

Finding specific content on discs by title, chapter, time, or track.

06 Playing discs

Switching Subtitles

Selecting available subtitle languages during DVD playback.

Switching DVD Audio Language

Changing the audio track language for DVDs.

Zooming the Screen

Magnifying parts of the picture during DVD/Video CD playback.

Switching Camera Angles

Changing the viewing angle for scenes shot from multiple perspectives.

07 Viewing JPEG discs

Playing a JPEG Slideshow

Viewing digital photos from a disc as an automated slideshow.

07 Viewing JPEG discs

Using JPEG Disc Navigator and Photo Browser

Finding and viewing JPEG files using navigation tools.

Zooming JPEG Images

Magnifying specific areas of JPEG photos.

08 Using the timer

Setting the Wake-Up Timer

Programming the system to turn on at a specific time and play a selected source.

08 Using the timer

Turning Wake-Up Timer On/Off

Enabling or disabling the automatic wake-up function.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Programming the system to turn off automatically after a set period.

09 Surround sound and other settings

Using the System Setup Menu

Accessing and adjusting various system settings.

Surround and Sound Setup Options

Configuring speaker distances for optimal surround sound.

09 Surround sound and other settings

Dynamic Range Control (DRC)

Adjusting the difference between loud and quiet sounds in audio.

Dual Mono Settings

Options for playing dual-mono audio sources.

SR+ Control Options for Plasma Displays

Settings for controlling Pioneer plasma displays via SR+ connection.

09 Surround sound and other settings

Setting the Channel Levels

Fine-tuning individual speaker volume levels for balanced sound.

10 Video Adjust menu

Video Adjust Settings

Adjusting picture quality settings like contrast and brightness.

Creating Custom Video Presets

Saving personalized picture settings for quick recall.

11 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings Menu

Accessing system setup options including video and parental controls.

Video Output Settings

Configuring TV screen aspect ratio and component output modes.

11 Initial Settings menu

Language Settings

Selecting audio, subtitle, and menu languages.

Display Settings

Adjusting on-screen display language and angle indicators.

11 Initial Settings menu

Options Menu Settings

Configuring parental lock and photo viewer settings.

Parental Lock Setup

Setting up parental controls and passwords for restricted content.

11 Initial Settings menu

Changing Your Password

Procedures for changing or resetting the parental control password.

Setting Parental Lock Levels

Adjusting the rating level for restricted content access.

Setting Country Code

Configuring the region code for disc compatibility.

12 Additional information

Optional System Settings

Accessing system configurations like Child Lock and Clock Format.

System Setup Menu Options in Standby

Details on settings configurable when the system is in standby mode.

12 Additional information

Handling Discs

Proper methods for handling and cleaning discs to prevent damage.

DVD Video Regions

Information on disc region coding and system compatibility.

Resetting the System

How to restore all system settings to factory defaults.

12 Additional information

Storing Discs Properly

Guidelines for storing discs to maintain their condition.

Discs to Avoid

Identifying and avoiding damaged discs that could harm the player.

12 Additional information

Proper Installation and Maintenance

Essential hints for installing and maintaining the system unit.

Power Cord Safety

Important precautions regarding the power cord usage.

12 Additional information

Connecting External Antennas

Instructions for connecting AM and FM antennas for better reception.

Connecting Auxiliary Components

How to connect external audio/digital devices to the system.

12 Additional information

Recording Mode

Using the system to make surround-compatible analog recordings.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for system power, sound, and remote operation.

Troubleshooting

DVD/CD/Video CD Player Issues

Solutions for disc ejection, playback errors, and settings cancellation.

Troubleshooting

WMA/MP3/JPEG Disc Issues

Troubleshooting problems related to file recognition and playback.

Tuner Troubleshooting

Solutions for auto-tuning issues and poor radio reception.

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Explains system error messages and their causes.

Additional information

Screen Sizes and Disc Formats

Understanding aspect ratios and their effect on playback.

Selecting Languages Using Code Lists

How to choose preferred languages using code lists.

Additional information

Language Code List

A comprehensive list of languages and their corresponding codes.

Country Code List

A list of countries and their associated region codes.

Additional information

Preset Code List

Codes for programming the remote to control various TV brands.

Specifications

Amplifier Section Specifications

Technical details of the system's amplifier, including power output and frequency range.

Tuner Specifications

Technical details for the FM and AM tuner sections.

Speaker System Specifications

Technical details for the front, center, and surround speakers.

Specifications

Subwoofer Specifications

Technical details for the system's subwoofer.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Establishing a Safe Listening Level

Guidance on setting volume to protect hearing and ensure clear sound.

Maintaining a Comfortable Sound Level

Tips for finding and maintaining an ideal sound level without distortion.

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