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Pioneer VSX-502 User Manual

Pioneer VSX-502
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Operating
Instructions
WD
PHONEEST
aeenrrece
arenes
weeoves
VSX-502
display.
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.
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.
Note
to
CATV
system
installer
This
reminder
is
provided
to
call
the
CATV
system
installer’s
attention
to
Article
820-40
of
the
NEC
that
provides
guidelines
for
proper
grounding
and,
in
particular,
specifies
that
the
cable
ground
shall
be
connected
to
the
grounding
system
of
the
building,
as
close
to
the
point
of
cable
entry
as
practical.
DEMO MODE
¢
The
demonstration
mode
is
activated
by
turning
on
the
power
switch
while
holding
down
the
RETURN
button
(from
power
standby
condition).
The
demonstration
will
appear
on
the
®
Press
the
POWER
switch
to
cancel
the
demonstration.
©
Activating
the
demonstration
mode
causes
memory
contents
to
return
to
their
original
default
condition
except
tuner.
AUDIO/VIDEO
STEREO
RECEIVER
VSX-502
VSX-5125
*Illustration
shows
mode!
VSX-502.
[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.
ATTENTION:
pour
PREVENIR
LES
CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES
NE
PAS
UTILISER
CETTE
FICHE
POLARISEE
AVEC
UN
PROLONGATEUR
UNE
PRISE
BE
COURANT
OU
UNE
AUTRE
SORTIE
DE
COURANT,
SAUF
SI
LES
LAMES
PEUVENT
ETRE
INSEREES
A
FOND
SANS
EN
LAISSER
AUCUNE
PARTIE
A
DECOUVERT.
RETURN
function
This
function
returns
the
unit
to
a
set
of
initia!
settings
and
ready
to
broadcast
tuner.
This
is
heipful
during
troubleshooting
or
when
no
sound
is
output.
For
details,
refer
to
page
17.
dW)
PIONGER’
The
Art
of
Entertainment
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Pioneer VSX-502 Specifications

Amplifier Section IconAmplifier Section
continuous average power output100 watts per channel
continuous power output (surround mode)20 W + 20 W (1 kHz, 0.8 %, 8 Ω)
continuous power output (front and center driven)70 W + 70 W (1 kHz, 0.8 %, 8 Ω)
dynamic power230 W/220 W
FM Tuner Section IconFM Tuner Section
frequency range87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
usable sensitivity10.8 dBf
signal-to-noise ratio (mono)80 dB (at 65 dBf)
signal-to-noise ratio (stereo)76 dB (at 85 dBf)
capture ratio1 dB
AM Tuner Section IconAM Tuner Section
frequency range with 9 kHz step531 kHz — 1602 kHz
frequency range with 10 kHz step530 kHz — 1, 700 kHz
sensitivity (IHF, loop antenna)300 nV/m
Power IconPower
power requirements (U.S. and Canadian models)AC 120V, 60 Hz
power requirements (multi-voltage model)AC 110 V/120 — 127 V/220V//240 V, 50/60 Hz
power consumption (U.S. and Canadian models)240 W, 320 VA
power consumption (multi-voltage model)610 W
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
dimensions420 (W) x 162 (H) x 406 (D) mm
dimensions (inches)16-9/16 (W) x 6-3/8 (H) x16 (D) in
weight (without package)9.7 kg (21 lb 6 oz)

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE OPERATING, ADJUST THE POSITION OF THESE SWITCHES

TWO VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCHES

Instructions for setting the voltage selector switches based on regional power requirements.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND, DOLBY 3CH LOGIC CENTER MODE

CONNECTIONS

BASIC AUDIO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Diagrams illustrating how to connect turntables, CD players, and cassette decks to the receiver.

BASIC VIDEO SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Diagrams showing how to connect TV monitors, VCRs, and LD players for video signal routing.

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

Detailed instructions for connecting front, center, and rear speakers, including super woofer systems.

FRONT PANEL FACILITIES

DISPLAY SECTION

REAR PANEL FACILITIES

Antenna, Tape, Video, and VCR Connections

Covers antenna terminals, tape connections, video outputs, and VCR/TV inputs.

Audio, Speaker, and Input Terminals

Details audio outputs, speaker terminals, and various input jacks (PHONO, CD, TV, LD).

TUNER

OPERATING THE AUDIO/VIDEO COMPONENTS

RECORDING WITH A CASSETTE DECK

VIDEO RECORDING

DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND AND DOLBY 3CH LOGIC

USING THE VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR

USING THE AUTO SOURCE CONTROL

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

VSX-502 Remote Control Basics

Covers loading batteries, remote range, transmit mode, and operating the receiver amplifier and tuner sections.

VSX-502 Component Operations

Details remote control operations for TV, CD player, and LD player functions.

VSX-502 Cassette Deck and VCR Operations

Explains remote control functions for cassette decks and VCRs.

VSX-512S Remote Control Basics

Covers battery loading, remote range, button layout, and receiver control buttons for the VSX-512S.

VSX-512S Component Operations

Details remote control operations for VCRs, LD players, and TV functions.

VSX-512S CD, Tuner, and Deck Operations

Explains remote control functions for CD players, tuners, and cassette decks.

VSX-512S Programming Functions

Covers programming the remote, including learning, editing, and multi-edit modes.

VSX-512S Learning and Editing

Details learning capacity, editing modes, and preset remote control codes for other manufacturers.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Power and Sound Issues

Addresses problems related to power not coming on and no sound production.

Picture and Reception Issues

Covers troubleshooting for no picture, high noise levels, and reception problems.

SPECIFICATIONS

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