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DVD/CD Receiver
XV-DV232
XV-DV240
XV-DV131
Speaker System
S-DV232
S-DV340ST
S-DV240SW
S-DV131
Operating Instructions
XV-DV232_240_131.book 1 ページ 2004年12月24日 金曜日 午後5時21分

Table of Contents

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Summary

01 Getting started

Home theater sound setup

Explains speaker placement for 5.1 channel home theater.

Setting the channel levels

Adjusts relative channel volume from listening position for surround sound.

Using the on-screen displays

Guides on navigating graphical on-screen displays and using control buttons.

Playing discs

Covers basic playback controls for DVD, CD, DivX, MP3, and WMA discs.

Basic playback controls

Details essential remote controls for starting, pausing, and stopping disc playback.

Resume and Last Memory

Restores playback from the last stopped or saved position.

DVD-Video disc menus

Explains how to navigate menus on DVD-Video discs for content selection.

Video CD;Super VCD PBC menus

Describes how to use Playback Control menus for Video CD/Super VCDs.

Listening to the radio

Covers tuning FM/AM broadcasts and memorizing stations.

Improving poor FM reception

Provides steps to switch to mono for better FM reception in weak signal areas.

Memorizing stations

Instructions for saving up to 30 favorite radio stations as presets.

Listening to other sources

Explains how to connect and listen to external audio sources like TV or satellite receivers.

Setting the sleep timer

Allows the system to switch off automatically after a set time.

Dimming the display

Instructions for adjusting the brightness of the front panel display.

02 Listening to your system

About the listening modes

Explains available surround speaker setups and listening modes.

Auto listening mode

Automatically mirrors source channels for playback.

Listening in surround sound

Describes how to listen to stereo or multichannel sources in surround sound.

Using Front Surround

Details how to activate and use the Front Surround mode with a 3-spot setup.

Listening in stereo

How to listen to any source in stereo, downmixing multichannel sources.

Listening with headphones

Notes that only STEREO mode is available when using headphones.

Using the SFC modes

Explains Sound Field Control modes for additional surround effects.

Adjusting the bass and treble

Controls to adjust the overall tone of the audio output.

Boosting the bass level

Options to enhance the bass in a source, with modes like MUSIC or CINEMA.

03 Playing discs

Scanning discs

How to fast-scan discs forward or backward at different speeds.

Playing in slow motion

Features four forward and reverse slow-motion speeds for DVDs.

Frame advance;frame reverse

Allows frame-by-frame advancement or reversal for DVDs.

Playing a JPEG slideshow

Describes how to view JPEG files as an automatic slideshow.

Disc Navigator Controls

Details controls for navigating JPEG slideshows and rotating/zooming pictures.

Disc Navigator for DVD;VCD

How to browse DVD or Video CD/Super VCD contents using the Disc Navigator.

Disc Navigator for WMA;MP3;DivX;JPEG

How to find WMA, MP3, DivX video, and JPEG files using the Disc Navigator.

Looping a section of a disc

Uses A-B Repeat to loop a specific section of audio or video playback.

Using repeat play

Explains various repeat play options for discs, including repeat program.

Using random play

Plays titles, chapters, or tracks in a random order.

Creating a program list

Allows programming the play order of titles, chapters, or tracks on a disc.

Other program menu functions

Details options like Playback Start, Playback Stop, and Program Delete.

Searching a disc

How to search discs by title, chapter, track number, or time.

Switching subtitles

How to switch subtitle languages during playback for DVD and DivX discs.

Switching language; audio channels

How to switch audio languages or dual-mono channels during playback.

Zooming the screen

Magnifies parts of the screen during playback by 2x or 4x.

Switching camera angles

How to switch between multiple camera angles during playback.

Displaying disc information

Shows track, chapter, and title information on-screen.

04 More tuner features: RDS

An introduction to RDS

Explains Radio Data System (RDS) and its use for station information.

Displaying RDS information

How to display Radio Text, Program Service Name, and Program Type.

Searching for RDS programs

Allows searching for stations based on program type (PTY).

05 Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus

Audio Settings menu

Menu for adjusting audio playback features for discs.

Audio DRC

Dynamic Range Control to balance quiet and loud sounds, especially for Dolby Digital.

Video Adjust menu

Menu for adjusting picture settings like sharpness, brightness, and contrast.

06 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu

Overview of initial setup options including audio, video, parental lock, and display.

Video Output settings

Configures TV screen aspect ratio and video output format (Video, S-Video, Component).

Language settings

Selects preferred audio, subtitle, and DVD menu languages.

Display settings

Configures on-screen display language and angle indicator visibility.

Options settings

Accesses Parental Lock and DivX VOD settings.

Speakers settings

Allows setting speaker distance for optimal surround sound.

Parental Lock

Sets parental control levels and passwords to restrict content playback.

Registering a new password

Guides on creating a new password for Parental Lock or Country code.

Changing your password

Process to change the existing password for system settings.

Setting;changing the Parental Lock

Steps to change the parental lock level, requiring a password.

Setting;changing the Country code

How to set or change the DVD region code for disc compatibility.

About DivX VOD content

Explains requirements for playing DivX VOD content, including registration.

Playing DivX VOD content

Information on how DivX VOD content with limited plays or expired content behaves.

Displaying your DivX VOD registration code

Shows how to find the player's 8-digit DivX VOD registration code.

Speaker Distance

Setting speaker distances from the listening position for surround sound.

Speaker Distance Adjustment

Detailed steps for adjusting speaker distances relative to the listening position.

07 Other connections

Connecting auxiliary components

Connects external playback components like VCRs, MD, or CD players.

Recording mode

Enables surround-compatible analog recording via LINE (AUDIO OUT) jacks.

Connecting external antennas

Instructions for connecting AM and FM antennas.

Connecting the S-video output

How to connect to a TV's S-video input for better picture quality.

Connecting using the component video output

Connects the system to a TV using component video for best picture quality.

About progressive scan video

Explains progressive scan video for stable, flicker-free images.

Using the SCART AV output

Connects to TV via SCART for better video and audio output.

08 Controls and displays

Display Indicators

Explains the meaning of various lights and indicators on the display.

Front panel controls

Identifies and describes the buttons and jacks on the front of the unit.

Remote control overview

Introduces the remote control buttons and their basic functions.

Remote Control Functions

Details advanced functions accessed via the SHIFT button and other remote controls.

09 Additional information

Disc; content format playback compatibility

Lists supported disc media and content formats like DVD, CD, DivX.

Disc compatibility table

Provides a detailed table of compatible media and formats.

Compressed audio compatibility

Details compatibility for MP3 and WMA audio formats, including DRM.

JPEG file compatibility

Specifies compatibility for JPEG image files, including resolution and file structure.

About DivX

Information about DivX video format and player compatibility.

DivX video compatibility

Lists supported DivX versions and file extensions.

Displaying DivX subtitle files

Explains how to match subtitle file font sets with language settings.

About WMA

Explains the WMA audio format and its playback capabilities.

Handling discs

Provides instructions on how to handle and clean discs to prevent damage.

Storing discs

Advice on storing discs to avoid damage from environmental factors.

Discs to avoid

Warns against using damaged, chipped, warped, or shaped discs.

Installation and maintenance

General guidelines for installing and maintaining the system.

Hints on installation

Recommendations for choosing a suitable location for the system.

Cleaning the pickup lens

Guidance on cleaning the DVD player's pickup lens, advising caution.

Problems with condensation

Explains how condensation can form and temporarily affect performance.

Moving the system unit

Steps to safely move the unit, including powering off and unplugging.

Screen sizes and disc formats

Explains DVD-Video aspect ratios (4:3, 16:9) and TV screen settings.

TV system setting

Adjusts the TV system setting (AUTO, PAL, NTSC) for optimal picture display.

Frequency step setting

Adjusts tuning interval for AM stations for better reception.

Troubleshooting

Common problems and their remedies for the component.

General Troubleshooting

Addresses power issues, no sound, no image, and remote control problems.

DVD;CD;Video CD player Issues

Specific problems related to disc playback, picture, and recognition.

Tuner Troubleshooting

Remedies for noise in radio broadcasts and issues with auto tuning.

Error Messages

Lists common error messages and their descriptions.

Resetting the system

Procedure to reset all system settings to factory defaults.

Using the language code list

Guide on selecting preferred languages using code letters or numbers.

Language code list

A comprehensive list of languages and their corresponding codes.

Country;Area code list

A list of countries/areas and their associated region codes.

Specifications - Amplifier

Technical details on the amplifier section, including power output.

Specifications - Disc Section

Technical details for the disc playback section, including digital audio characteristics.

Specifications - FM Tuner

Technical details for the FM tuner section, including frequency range.

Specifications - AM Tuner

Technical details for the AM tuner section, including frequency range.

Specifications - Miscellaneous

Details power requirements, dimensions, and weight.

Specifications - Accessories (DVD;CD receiver)

Lists included accessories for the DVD/CD receiver.

Speaker System Specifications

Technical details for the S-DV232/S-DV131 speaker system components.

Accessories - Speaker System

Lists accessories included with the speaker systems.

S-DV340 ST Speaker system Specifications

Technical specifications for the S-DV340ST speaker system.

S-DV240 SW Speaker system Specifications

Technical specifications for the S-DV240SW speaker system (subwoofer).

After-Sales Service

Contact Information

Provides contact details for Pioneer service in various regions.

Summary

01 Getting started

Home theater sound setup

Explains speaker placement for 5.1 channel home theater.

Setting the channel levels

Adjusts relative channel volume from listening position for surround sound.

Using the on-screen displays

Guides on navigating graphical on-screen displays and using control buttons.

Playing discs

Covers basic playback controls for DVD, CD, DivX, MP3, and WMA discs.

Basic playback controls

Details essential remote controls for starting, pausing, and stopping disc playback.

Resume and Last Memory

Restores playback from the last stopped or saved position.

DVD-Video disc menus

Explains how to navigate menus on DVD-Video discs for content selection.

Video CD;Super VCD PBC menus

Describes how to use Playback Control menus for Video CD/Super VCDs.

Listening to the radio

Covers tuning FM/AM broadcasts and memorizing stations.

Improving poor FM reception

Provides steps to switch to mono for better FM reception in weak signal areas.

Memorizing stations

Instructions for saving up to 30 favorite radio stations as presets.

Listening to other sources

Explains how to connect and listen to external audio sources like TV or satellite receivers.

Setting the sleep timer

Allows the system to switch off automatically after a set time.

Dimming the display

Instructions for adjusting the brightness of the front panel display.

02 Listening to your system

About the listening modes

Explains available surround speaker setups and listening modes.

Auto listening mode

Automatically mirrors source channels for playback.

Listening in surround sound

Describes how to listen to stereo or multichannel sources in surround sound.

Using Front Surround

Details how to activate and use the Front Surround mode with a 3-spot setup.

Listening in stereo

How to listen to any source in stereo, downmixing multichannel sources.

Listening with headphones

Notes that only STEREO mode is available when using headphones.

Using the SFC modes

Explains Sound Field Control modes for additional surround effects.

Adjusting the bass and treble

Controls to adjust the overall tone of the audio output.

Boosting the bass level

Options to enhance the bass in a source, with modes like MUSIC or CINEMA.

03 Playing discs

Scanning discs

How to fast-scan discs forward or backward at different speeds.

Playing in slow motion

Features four forward and reverse slow-motion speeds for DVDs.

Frame advance;frame reverse

Allows frame-by-frame advancement or reversal for DVDs.

Playing a JPEG slideshow

Describes how to view JPEG files as an automatic slideshow.

Disc Navigator Controls

Details controls for navigating JPEG slideshows and rotating/zooming pictures.

Disc Navigator for DVD;VCD

How to browse DVD or Video CD/Super VCD contents using the Disc Navigator.

Disc Navigator for WMA;MP3;DivX;JPEG

How to find WMA, MP3, DivX video, and JPEG files using the Disc Navigator.

Looping a section of a disc

Uses A-B Repeat to loop a specific section of audio or video playback.

Using repeat play

Explains various repeat play options for discs, including repeat program.

Using random play

Plays titles, chapters, or tracks in a random order.

Creating a program list

Allows programming the play order of titles, chapters, or tracks on a disc.

Other program menu functions

Details options like Playback Start, Playback Stop, and Program Delete.

Searching a disc

How to search discs by title, chapter, track number, or time.

Switching subtitles

How to switch subtitle languages during playback for DVD and DivX discs.

Switching language; audio channels

How to switch audio languages or dual-mono channels during playback.

Zooming the screen

Magnifies parts of the screen during playback by 2x or 4x.

Switching camera angles

How to switch between multiple camera angles during playback.

Displaying disc information

Shows track, chapter, and title information on-screen.

04 More tuner features: RDS

An introduction to RDS

Explains Radio Data System (RDS) and its use for station information.

Displaying RDS information

How to display Radio Text, Program Service Name, and Program Type.

Searching for RDS programs

Allows searching for stations based on program type (PTY).

05 Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus

Audio Settings menu

Menu for adjusting audio playback features for discs.

Audio DRC

Dynamic Range Control to balance quiet and loud sounds, especially for Dolby Digital.

Video Adjust menu

Menu for adjusting picture settings like sharpness, brightness, and contrast.

06 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu

Overview of initial setup options including audio, video, parental lock, and display.

Video Output settings

Configures TV screen aspect ratio and video output format (Video, S-Video, Component).

Language settings

Selects preferred audio, subtitle, and DVD menu languages.

Display settings

Configures on-screen display language and angle indicator visibility.

Options settings

Accesses Parental Lock and DivX VOD settings.

Speakers settings

Allows setting speaker distance for optimal surround sound.

Parental Lock

Sets parental control levels and passwords to restrict content playback.

Registering a new password

Guides on creating a new password for Parental Lock or Country code.

Changing your password

Process to change the existing password for system settings.

Setting;changing the Parental Lock

Steps to change the parental lock level, requiring a password.

Setting;changing the Country code

How to set or change the DVD region code for disc compatibility.

About DivX VOD content

Explains requirements for playing DivX VOD content, including registration.

Playing DivX VOD content

Information on how DivX VOD content with limited plays or expired content behaves.

Displaying your DivX VOD registration code

Shows how to find the player's 8-digit DivX VOD registration code.

Speaker Distance

Setting speaker distances from the listening position for surround sound.

Speaker Distance Adjustment

Detailed steps for adjusting speaker distances relative to the listening position.

07 Other connections

Connecting auxiliary components

Connects external playback components like VCRs, MD, or CD players.

Recording mode

Enables surround-compatible analog recording via LINE (AUDIO OUT) jacks.

Connecting external antennas

Instructions for connecting AM and FM antennas.

Connecting the S-video output

How to connect to a TV's S-video input for better picture quality.

Connecting using the component video output

Connects the system to a TV using component video for best picture quality.

About progressive scan video

Explains progressive scan video for stable, flicker-free images.

Using the SCART AV output

Connects to TV via SCART for better video and audio output.

08 Controls and displays

Display Indicators

Explains the meaning of various lights and indicators on the display.

Front panel controls

Identifies and describes the buttons and jacks on the front of the unit.

Remote control overview

Introduces the remote control buttons and their basic functions.

Remote Control Functions

Details advanced functions accessed via the SHIFT button and other remote controls.

09 Additional information

Disc; content format playback compatibility

Lists supported disc media and content formats like DVD, CD, DivX.

Disc compatibility table

Provides a detailed table of compatible media and formats.

Compressed audio compatibility

Details compatibility for MP3 and WMA audio formats, including DRM.

JPEG file compatibility

Specifies compatibility for JPEG image files, including resolution and file structure.

About DivX

Information about DivX video format and player compatibility.

DivX video compatibility

Lists supported DivX versions and file extensions.

Displaying DivX subtitle files

Explains how to match subtitle file font sets with language settings.

About WMA

Explains the WMA audio format and its playback capabilities.

Handling discs

Provides instructions on how to handle and clean discs to prevent damage.

Storing discs

Advice on storing discs to avoid damage from environmental factors.

Discs to avoid

Warns against using damaged, chipped, warped, or shaped discs.

Installation and maintenance

General guidelines for installing and maintaining the system.

Hints on installation

Recommendations for choosing a suitable location for the system.

Cleaning the pickup lens

Guidance on cleaning the DVD player's pickup lens, advising caution.

Problems with condensation

Explains how condensation can form and temporarily affect performance.

Moving the system unit

Steps to safely move the unit, including powering off and unplugging.

Screen sizes and disc formats

Explains DVD-Video aspect ratios (4:3, 16:9) and TV screen settings.

TV system setting

Adjusts the TV system setting (AUTO, PAL, NTSC) for optimal picture display.

Frequency step setting

Adjusts tuning interval for AM stations for better reception.

Troubleshooting

Common problems and their remedies for the component.

General Troubleshooting

Addresses power issues, no sound, no image, and remote control problems.

DVD;CD;Video CD player Issues

Specific problems related to disc playback, picture, and recognition.

Tuner Troubleshooting

Remedies for noise in radio broadcasts and issues with auto tuning.

Error Messages

Lists common error messages and their descriptions.

Resetting the system

Procedure to reset all system settings to factory defaults.

Using the language code list

Guide on selecting preferred languages using code letters or numbers.

Language code list

A comprehensive list of languages and their corresponding codes.

Country;Area code list

A list of countries/areas and their associated region codes.

Specifications - Amplifier

Technical details on the amplifier section, including power output.

Specifications - Disc Section

Technical details for the disc playback section, including digital audio characteristics.

Specifications - FM Tuner

Technical details for the FM tuner section, including frequency range.

Specifications - AM Tuner

Technical details for the AM tuner section, including frequency range.

Specifications - Miscellaneous

Details power requirements, dimensions, and weight.

Specifications - Accessories (DVD;CD receiver)

Lists included accessories for the DVD/CD receiver.

Speaker System Specifications

Technical details for the S-DV232/S-DV131 speaker system components.

Accessories - Speaker System

Lists accessories included with the speaker systems.

S-DV340 ST Speaker system Specifications

Technical specifications for the S-DV340ST speaker system.

S-DV240 SW Speaker system Specifications

Technical specifications for the S-DV240SW speaker system (subwoofer).

After-Sales Service

Contact Information

Provides contact details for Pioneer service in various regions.

Pioneer XV-DV131 Specifications

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BrandPioneer
ModelXV-DV131
CategoryHome Theater System
LanguageEnglish

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