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Pioneer VSX-3600 User Manual

Pioneer VSX-3600
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buying
this
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product.
Please
read
through
these
operating
instructions
so
you
will
know
how
to
operate
your
model
properly.
After
you
have
finished
reading
the
instructions,
put
them
away
in
a
safe
place
for
future
reference.
In
some
countries
or
regions,
the
shape
of
the
power
plug
and
power
outlet
may
sometimes
differ
from
that
shown
in
the
explanatory
drawings.
However,
the
method
of
connecting
and
operating
the
unit
is
the
same.
WARNING:
To
prevent
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT
NOTICE
[For
U.S.
and
Canadian
models]
The
serial
number
for
this
equipment
is
located
on
the
rear
panel.
Please
write
this
serial
number
on
your
enclosed
warranty
card
and
keep
it
in
a
secure
area,
This
is
for
your
security.
BEFORE
OPERATING,
CHECK
THE
POSITION
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THESE
SWITCHES.
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SETTING
THE
UNIT
PRIOR
TO
OPERATION
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EQUALIZER
CONTROLS
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TO
THE
BROADCAST
DIRECT
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[For
Canadian
model]
CAUTION:
to
prevent
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO
NOT
USE
THIS
(POLARIZED)
PLUG
WITH
AN
EXTENSION
CORD,
RECEPTACLE
OR
OTHER
OUTLET
UNLESS
THE
BLADES
CAN
BE
FULLY
INSERTED
TO
PREVENT
BLADE
EXPOSURE.
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CONTROL
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VSX-3700S
REMOTE
CONTROL
OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
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Pioneer VSX-3600 Specifications

Power IconPower
continuous_average_power_output100 watts
dynamic_power_output230 W/200 W/150 W
power_requirements_us_canadian_modelAC 120 Volts, 60 Hz
power_requirements_australian_modelAC 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz
power_requirements_multi_voltage_modelsAC 110 V/ 120 V—127 V/220 V/ 240 V, 50/60 Hz
power_consumption_us_canadian_models390 W (UL), 500 VA (CSA)
power_consumption_australian_model600 W
Audio Specifications IconAudio Specifications
frequency_response5 Hz - 10 MHz
signal_to_noise_ratio55 dB
signal_to_noise_ratio_phono72 dB
signal_to_noise_ratio_cd_vdp_cdv_vcr_tape_1_tape_297 dB
stereo_separation35 dB (1 kHz)
distortion_stereo0.3 % (1 kHz)
frequency_response_fm_tuner30 Hz to 15 kHz (+1 dB)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
dimensions420 (W) x 125 (H) x 330 (D) mm
dimensions_in_inches16-9/16 (W) x 4-15/16 (H) x 13 (D) in
weight_without_package8.5 kg (18 lb 12 oz)

Summary

Comprehensive Safety Guidelines

Electrical Safety and Appliance Handling

Detailed safety instructions for preventing electrical shock, proper appliance placement, and care to avoid damage.

Antenna Grounding and Outdoor Safety

Instructions on safe antenna grounding practices and precautions for outdoor installations to prevent electrical hazards.

Power Cord Connection and Safety

Connecting the Power Cord Safely

Procedure for safely connecting the power cord to wall outlets, including polarity considerations and cord protection.

Rear Panel Layout and Connections

Front Panel Controls and Display Explained

Core Front Panel Controls

Overview of essential controls like Power, Speaker selection, Phones jack, and Surround Mode switches.

Station Presetting and Access

Frequency Preset Tuning Guide

Instructions for saving and recalling stations using the STATION CALL switches, including preset limits.

Video Selection and Surround Balance Setup

Dolby Surround Input Balance Tuning

Step-by-step process to adjust the input balance for optimal Dolby Surround sound performance.

VSX-3600 Remote Control Basics

Loading Remote Control Batteries

Instructions for installing batteries into the VSX-3600 remote control unit.

VSX-3600 Remote: Receiver Operations

Input Selection and Surround Mode Control

How to use the remote to select audio inputs and switch between various surround sound modes.

Volume, Timer, and Signal Adjustments

Using the remote for Master Volume, Sleep Timer, Rear Level, Delay Time, and Video Signal Selector.

VSX-3600 Remote: Tuner and TV Control

Tuner Functions via Remote Control

Using the remote for tuning stations, direct access tuning, and managing presets.

TV Functions via Remote Control

Controlling TV functions like channel, volume, power, and display using the remote.

VSX-3600 Remote: Media Player Control

CD Player Remote Control Functions

Operations for controlling a CD player, including playback, search, disc selection, and programming.

VDP (LD Player) Remote Control Functions

Operations for controlling an LD player, including playback, chapter search, and program management.

VSX-3600 Remote: Deck and VCR Control

Cassette Deck Operations via Remote

Functions for controlling cassette decks, including recording, playback, and tape transport operations.

VCR Operations via Remote Control

Operations for controlling a VCR, including power, recording mode, pause, and channel selection.

VSX-3700S Remote Control Basics

Loading Batteries for VSX-3700S Remote

Instructions for properly inserting batteries into the VSX-3700S remote control unit.

VSX-3700S Remote: Receiver Operations

Input Selection and Surround Modes (VSX-3700S)

How to select audio inputs and switch surround sound modes using the VSX-3700S remote.

Volume, Timer, and Signal Adjustments (VSX-3700S)

Using the VSX-3700S remote for Master Volume, Sleep Timer, Rear Level, Delay Time, and V-SEL.

VSX-3700S Remote: Tuner and TV Control

VSX-3700S Remote: Media and Universal Control

VSX-3700S Remote: Deck and VCR Control

VSX-3700S Remote: Programming Guide

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Sound, and Speaker Problems

Solutions for issues related to power, lack of sound, or unbalanced speaker output.

Noise, Reception, and Signal Problems

Troubleshooting steps for noise during AM/FM reception, high noise levels, and weak signal problems.

Remote Control Troubleshooting

Remote Control Not Working or Responding

Diagnosing and resolving issues where the remote control unit fails to transmit or receive signals.

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