Pioneer VSX-4800 User Manual

Operating
Instructions
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AUDIO/VIDEO STEREO RECEIVER
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VSX-4900
VSX-4800
* Illustration shows model VSX-4900S.
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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.
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to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shail be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
{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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| About the Demonstration Mode |
* The demonstration mode is activated by turning on the power j
switch while holding down the RETURN button (from power
standby condition). The demonstration will appear on the display.
* Press any other switch to cancel the demonstration.
| RETURN function
| This function returns the unit to a set of initial settings and ready
to broadcast tuner. This is heipful during troubleshooting or when
| No sound is output. For details, refer to page 20.
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Pioneer VSX-4800 Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	VSX-4800
Category	Stereo Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Safety Instructions

Read Instructions

All safety and operating instructions must be read before appliance use.

Heed Warning

Adhere to all warnings on the appliance and within operating instructions.

Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Before Operating, Adjust the Position of These Switches

Two Voltage Selector Switches

Details on setting the voltage selector switches for different regions.

Channel Step/FM De Emphasis Switch

Instructions for setting channel step and FM de-emphasis based on area.

Features

Built-in Digital Delay & Dolby Surround Circuit

Enjoy surround playback with digital delay and Dolby Pro Logic decoder.

Surround Effect

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

For movies and music, enhances directionality and cancels crosstalk.

Dolby 3CH Logic

Simulated Surround Effect

Connections

Basic Audio System Connections

Diagram and notes for connecting audio components like turntables, CD players, and cassette decks.

Basic Video System Connections

Diagram for connecting video components like VCRs and LD players.

Speaker Connections

Guide for connecting front, rear, and center speakers.

Multi-Room Connections

Multi-Room and Source Connections (VSX-51/VSX-4950S)

Front Panel Facilities

Power and Signal Selection Controls

Tuner Operation Controls

Buttons for FM/AM mode, tuning, and station selection.

Recording and Multi-Room Controls

Tuner and Surround Controls

Details TUNING, BAND, STATION CALL, BALANCE, SURROUND MODE, DELAY TIME buttons.

Input and Tone Controls

Tuner

Direct Access Tuning

How to input frequencies directly using station call buttons.

Manual Tuning

HITS (Hyper Intelligent Tuning System)

Automatically searches for stations based on frequency or input.

Auto Tuning

Preset Tuning

Methods for presetting stations and custom memory selection.

Operating the Audio/Video Components

Recording with a Cassette Deck

Video Recording

Playback

Steps for selecting program sources and playing back audio/video.

Using Surround

Dolby Pro Logic Surround and Dolby 3CH Logic

Using surround modes with video/audio software.

VSX-4800 Remote Control Operation

Receiver/Amplifier Operation

Explains the operation of receiver functions via remote control.

Receiver Tuner Section and Turntable Operation

Cassette Deck Operation

Test Tone Button

VCR Operation

Transmit Mode Selector Switch

VSX-4900S/VSX-4950S/VSX-51 Remote Control Operation

CD Player Operation

LD Player Operation

Receiver Control Buttons

Details the function of each receiver control button on the remote.

Operating Other Components

TV Operation

Surround Mode Button

VCR 1 Operation

Tuner Operation

Center Mode Button

VSX-4900S/VSX-4950S/VSX-51 Remote Control Operation

Deck I, II Operation

Learning Capacity and Buttons That Can Learn

Details on the remote's learning capability and programmable buttons.

Preset Mode (TV, VCR 1, VCR 2)

Returning to the Initial Settings

Procedures for initializing control modes and the entire memory.

Programming

Information on programming the remote control for learning and editing.

Edit Mode

Explains PRESET MODE and MULTI-EDIT MODE for remote programming.

Multi-Edit Mode

Programming multiple commands into the MULTI COMMAND button.

Remote Control Codes of Other Manufacturers Preset

Specifications

Amplifier and Tuner Specifications

Technical details for amplifier, FM, and AM tuner sections.

Video and Miscellaneous Specifications