Pioneer VSX-406 User Manual

AUDIO/VIDEO STEREO RECEIVER
Operating
Instructions
VSX-406
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer 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.
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 .
WARNING:To P~E.\iENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THl$''APPUANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
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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 .
RETURN function
This function returns the un it to a set· of initial settings an d
ready to broadcast tu ner. This is helpful during
tr o ubleshooti ng or when no sound is output. For details,
refer
to pag~ 19 .
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The Art of Entertainment

Pioneer VSX-406 Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	VSX-406
Category	Stereo Receiver
Language	English

Summary

IMPORTANT OPERATING NOTICES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ACCESSORY ITEMS

SURROUND EFFECT MODES

DOLBY PRO LOGIC CENTER MODES

Configuration options for the center channel in Dolby Pro Logic.

SPEAKER INSTALLATION GUIDE

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

ANTENNA CONNECTION AND RECEPTION

AM ANTENNA SETUP

Instructions for setting up the AM antenna for optimal reception.

RECEPTION IMPROVEMENT HINTS

Tips for better FM and AM radio reception.

AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS (PART 1)

POWER AND MODE SELECTION BUTTONS

Description of power, SFC, Dolby Pro Logic, Super Bass, and input selector buttons.

VOLUME, HEADPHONE, AND MEMORY CONTROLS

Details on master volume, headphone jack, speaker selection, memory, MPX mode, and remote sensor.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS (PART 2)

TUNING AND AUDIO ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS

Information on FM/AM tuning, station selection, bass, treble, and balance controls.

DISPLAY SECTION AND INDICATORS

Explanation of the display indicators for various modes and settings.

OPERATING THE TUNER

FM AUTO STEREO AND MONAURAL RECEPTION

How to select stereo or monaural reception for FM broadcasts.

TUNING INTO STATIONS

Methods for tuning into radio stations using manual or auto tuning.

TUNER PRESETTING AND LISTENING

FREQUENCY PRESETTING

Steps to preset up to 30 AM/FM stations into memory classes.

LISTENING TO PRESET STATIONS

How to select and listen to previously stored radio stations.

RECEIVING FM SIMULCAST TV PROGRAMS

OPERATING AUDIO/VIDEO COMPONENTS

PLAYBACK OPERATIONS

RECORDING WITH A CASSETTE DECK

VIDEO RECORDING

SURROUND LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

SETTING THE DELAY TIME

How to adjust the delay time for surround sound modes.

TEST TONE AND SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

Using the test tone to adjust speaker volume levels for optimal surround.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

PUTTING BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

REMOTE CONTROL RANGE AND PERFORMANCE

Information on the effective range and factors affecting remote control performance.

RECEIVER AND AMPLIFIER SECTION OPERATION

TUNER SECTION OPERATION

How to operate the tuner using the remote control buttons.

AMPLIFIER SECTION OPERATION

Using remote buttons for rear level, center level, test tone, and muting.

CD PLAYER OPERATION

CD OPERATION BUTTONS

Explanation of buttons for CD playback, search, stop, pause, and random.

CASSETTE DECK OPERATION

CASSETTE DECK OPERATION BUTTONS

Details on buttons for deck selection, playback, fast forward, stop, and pause.

TV OPERATION

DVD OPERATION

LD PLAYER OPERATION

LD DISC SIDE SELECTION

How to change the disc side on an LD player.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (PART 1)

POWER AND CONTROL ISSUES

Solutions for power not turning on or control not responding.

AUDIO AND VIDEO OUTPUT ISSUES

Troubleshooting no sound or no picture issues.

NOISE AND RECEPTION PROBLEMS

Addressing high noise levels and FM/AM reception issues.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (PART 2)

AUTO STOP AND COPY SYSTEM ISSUES

Resolving issues with auto stop and TV tuner visibility with copy systems.

REMOTE CONTROL AND REAR SOUND ISSUES

Solutions for remote control not working or no rear sound.

MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

AMPLIFIER SECTION SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed specifications for the amplifier's power, inputs, and tone controls.

VIDEO AND TUNER SECTION SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for video output, FM/AM tuner performance, and antenna inputs.

MISCELLANEOUS AND FURNISHED PARTS

Details on power requirements, dimensions, and included accessories.

SAFE LISTENING GUIDELINES