Pioneer VSX-5600 User Manual

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Pioneer VSX-5600 Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	VSX-5600
Category	Stereo Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Before Operating, Adjust the Position of These Switches

Two Voltage Selector Switches

Adjusts power voltage settings for different regions to match household outlets.

Channel Step/FM De-emphasis Switch

Sets FM channel allocation and de-emphasis for optimal reception quality.

Features of the VSX-5600/VSX-5700S

Built-in Digital Delay, Dolby Surround Circuit

Enhances sound with surround effects and adjustable delay times for immersive audio.

AV Remote Control Unit

Enables operation of the unit and other Pioneer components via remote.

Block Diagram

Audio and Video Signal Flow

Surround Effect Modes

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Enhances movie and music playback by detecting and emphasizing dominant signals.

Connections - Audio Systems

Basic Audio System Connections

Details on connecting audio sources like turntables, CD players, and cassette decks.

Connecting the Power Cord

Guidance on correctly plugging the power cord into a polarized outlet.

Connections - Video Systems

Basic Video System Connections

Connections - Speaker Setup

Speaker Connections

Connections - External Amplifiers

Using with Another Amplifier

Connections - Rear and Center Amplification

Connecting Rear and Center Amplifiers

Rear Panel Facilities Overview

Pre Amp Out and Power Amp In Jacks

Rear Panel Facilities - Input Ports

Input Jacks (Phono, Line, CD)

Front Panel Facilities - Controls

Power Standby/On Switch

Controls the main power supply to the unit, switching between on and standby.

Front Panel Facilities - Tuning and Modes

Tuning Switches

Front Panel Facilities - Sound Controls

Surround Mode Selector Switches

Selects various surround sound effects like Stadium, Simulated, Dolby.

Broadcast Reception - Tuning Methods

Direct Access Tuning

Broadcast Reception - Tuning Procedures

Auto or Manual Tuning

Preset Tuning

Selecting Different Program Sources

Selecting Input Sources

Guide to choosing audio/video sources using the input selector.

Recording with a Cassette Deck

Recording Audio Sources

Dolby Surround Level Adjustment Procedure

Adjusting Surround Sound Levels

VSX-5600 Remote Control Operation - Basic Setup

VSX-5600 Remote Control Operation - Amplifier Controls

VSX-5600 Remote Control Operation - Source Controls

Tuner Function Keys

Controls FM/AM tuner operations, including station recall and tuning.

VSX-5600 Remote Control Operation - Player Controls

CD Player Operation

Controls for the CD player, including track search and playback.

VDP Operation

Controls for the VDP (LD player), including chapter search and playback.

VSX-5600 Remote Control Operation - Deck and VCR

VCR Operation

Controls for VCR operations, including power, recording, and channel selection.

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Basic Setup

Loading Batteries

Transmit Mode Selector Switch

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Amplifier Controls

Input Selector Keys

Selects the desired input source for the receiver.

Surround Mode Key

Switches between different surround sound modes.

Master Volume Keys

Adjusts the overall volume level of the receiver.

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Player Controls

CD Player Operations

Controls for operating a CD player using the remote.

VDP Operations

Controls for operating a VDP (LD player) using the remote.

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Deck and VCR

Cassette Deck Operations

Controls for cassette deck operations, including tape transport and selection.

VCR Operations

Controls for VCR operations, including power, recording, and channel selection.

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Tuner and TV

Tuner Section and Turntable Operations

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Programming

Programming Introduction

Learning Keys

Explanation of how to program individual keys on the remote.

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Learning Process

Learn Selector Switch

Switch settings for learning, using, or recalling Pioneer codes.

VSX-5700S Remote Control Operation - Learning Function

Questions and Answers about Learning

Returning to the Initial Settings

Troubleshooting - Power and Sound Issues

No Power When Switch Pressed

Troubleshooting steps for power-related issues.

No Sound With Input Selector Selected

Steps to resolve issues with no audio output.

No Picture With Input Selector Selected

Steps to resolve issues with no video output.

Troubleshooting - Sound and Remote Issues

No Rear Sound Produced

Remote Control Not Working

Steps to resolve issues where the remote control is unresponsive.

Specifications - Audio Performance

Amplifier Section Specifications

Technical specifications for the amplifier performance and inputs.

FM Tuner Section Specifications

Technical specifications for the FM tuner performance.