PIONEER SX-218-K/KUCXJ
Manual de Usuario

Operating Instructions for the SX-218-K Audio Multi-Channel Receiver
Remote control
RECEIVER SLEEP DIMMER ANALOG ATT

Front panel
2 9 Display ENTER MULTI JOG dial
AUDIO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

SX-218
MULTI JOG

1
INPUT SELECTOR

8
DVD
F.AUDIO

ENTER

TV CD-R

DVR FM

RECEIVER

9
STANDARD

ADVANCED ST/DIRECT/ SURR AUTO SURR

DVD/LD

TV/SAT

DVR

CD

CD-R / TAPE / MD

FRONT AUDIO

FM

AM

TUNING

STATION

MPX

VSB MODE

DIALOGUE ENHANCEMENT

1 RECEIVER (STANDBY/ON ) Switches the receiver between standby and on. 2 Listening mode buttons STANDARD Press for Standard decoding and to switch between Pro Logic II options. ADV.SURR. Switches between the various surround modes. STEREO Switches between direct and stereo playback. Direct playback bypasses the tone controls for the most accurate reproduction of a source. Also selects the Auto Surround mode. 3 TOP MENU Displays the disc �top� menu of a DVD disc. SETUP Press to access the System Setup menu. 4 TUNER EDIT* Press to memorize and name a for DVD/DVR units. functions as the SETUP button station for recall. Also S.RETRIEVER Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio sources. 5 (MASTER) VOLUME +/� Use to set the listening volume. 6 EFFECT/CH SEL Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use LEVEL +/� to adjust the level. Also selects the Advanced Surround effect level (use LEVEL +/� to adjust). LEVEL +/� Use to adjust the effect and channel levels. 7 SHIFT Press to access commands in a rectangle (above the buttons) on the remote. These buttons are marked with an asterisk (* ) in this section. 8 SLEEP Press to change the amount of time before the receiver switches into standby (30 min - 60 min - 90 min - Off). DIMMER Dims or brightens the display.

10 MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS These features give you good sound at low volume levels when listening to movie (Midnight) or music (Loudness) sources. Press to switch between MIDNIGHT, LOUDNESS, and OFF. 11 MENU Displays the disc menu of DVD-Video discs. DIALOG E (DIALOGUE ENHANCEMENT) This feature localizes dialog in the center channel to make it stand out from other background sounds in a TV or movie soundtrack. 12 /ENTER 13 RETURN Confirm and exit the current menu screen. ONE TOUCH COPY* Copies the currently playing title from DVD to HDD or vice-versa. 14 MUTE Mutes/unmutes the sound. 15 DVD/DVR control buttons You can use these buttons to control a Pioneer DVD player or recorder connected to your system. Button DVD/DVR AUDIO SUBTITLE CH +/� multilingual DVD-Video discs. Switches channels. Starts/resumes normal playback. Pauses/unpauses a disc. Stops playback. Press to start fast reverse scanning. Press to start fast forward scanning. Skips to the start of the current track or chapter, then previous tracks/chapters. Skips to the next track or chapter. HDD/DVD* Switch between the hard disk and DVD controls for HDD/DVD recorders. GUIDE*
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16 TUNER controls The TUNING +/� buttons can be used to find radio frequencies and the STATION +/� buttons can be used to select preset radio stations. DISPLAY Switches the display between station preset name and frequency. CLASS Switches between the three banks (classes) of station presets. 17 MPX Use to switch between auto stereo and mono reception of FM broadcasts. If the signal is weak then switching to mono will improve the sound quality. 18 VSB MODE Selects the Virtual Surround Back (VSB) mode. 19 TONE Press this button to access the bass and treble controls, 20 which you can then adjust with the MULTI JOG dial. QUICK SETUP 21 SIGNAL indicators Lights to indicate the type of input signal assigned for the current component: DIGITAL Lights when a digital audio signal is detected. 2 DIGITAL Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected. DTS Lights when a DTS encoded audio signal is detected. ANALOG Lights when an analog signal is detected. 22 When the STANDARD mode of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate decoding of a DTS multichannel signal. 23 2 DIGITAL When the STANDARD mode of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate decoding of a Dolby Digital multichannel signal. 24 2 PRO LOGIC II When the (STANDARD) Pro Logic II mode of the receiver is on, 2 PRO LOGIC II lights to indicate Pro Logic II decoding. 25 VIR.SB Lights during Virtual surround back processing. 26 DIRECT Lights when source direct playback is in use. Direct playback bypasses the tone controls for the most accurate reproduction of a source.

27 AUTO SURR. Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on. 28 ATT Lights when ANALOG ATT is used to attenuate (reduce) the level of the analog input signal. 29 SLEEP Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode. 30 Tuner indicators / MONO Lights when the mono mode is set using the MPX button. / STEREO Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode. / TUNED Lights when a broadcast is being received. 31 Speaker indicator Shows if the speakerare switched on.not. SP A means the speakers system is on or SP means the headphones are connected. 32 ADV.SURR. (Advanced Surround) Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected. 33 WMA9 Pro Lights to indicate decoding of a WMA9 Pro signal. 34 MIDNIGHT Lights during Midnight listening. 35 D.E. Lights when Dialog Enhancement (DIALOG E) is switched on. 36 LOUDNESS Lights during Loudness listening.

CD

AM

LISTENING MODE

MIDNIGHT/ STANDARD ADV.SURR STEREO LOUDNESS

2
TOP MENU MENU

10 11 12 13

STANDBY/ON
PHONES

DIMMER

ANALOG ATT

MIDNIGHT/ LOUDNESS

SLEEP

MASTER VOLUME

MUTE

TUNER EDIT

TONE

QUICK SETUP

SETUP

RETURN

FRONT AUDIO INPUT

3
SETUP DIALOG E

MULTI JOG

DOWN

UP

ENTER
TUNER EDIT

ONE TOUCH COPY

4 5 6

Listening to your system

S.RETRIEVER EFFECT/CH SEL

VOLUME
LEVEL

RETURN MUTE

FRONT AUDIO INPUT 1 5 8
DIMMER

14

PHONES jack

8
ANALOG ATT

10
MIDNIGHT/ LOUDNESS

8
SLEEP

17
MPX

18
VSB MODE

11
DIALOGUE ENHANCEMENT

DVD/DVR

HDD

DVD

SUBTITLE

CH
GUIDE REC

CH
AUDIO

15
TIMER REC INFO REC STOP JUKEBOX

What it does Turns DVD player or recorder power on/off. Changes the audio language or channel. Displays/changes the subtitles on

DISPLAY

CLASS

DVD/DVR

14 16 17
MUTE

4
TUNER EDIT

19
TONE

20
QUICK SETUP

3
SETUP

13
RETURN

SHIFT

MPX

TUNING STATION

7
TUNER
MULTI JOG

RECEIVER

Note
Keep in mind the following when using the remote control: � Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and the remote sensor on the unit. � The remote has a range of about 7 m (23 ft.). � Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the unit's remote sensor. � Remote controllers for different devices can interfere with each other. Avoid using remotes for other equipment located close to this unit. � Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in the operating range of the remote.

Display
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Character display

32 33 34 35

36

ANALOG ATT Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog input signal to prevent distortion. 9 INPUT SELECTOR buttons Press to select an input source (press DVD/DVR to use the DVD player/recorder controls on the remote). RECEIVER Use to switch to the receiver controls on the remote control. Also used when setting up the surround Master volume level sound for the receiver.
SP A

Displays the guides on a DVD recorder.

ìREC Starts recording. TIMER REC* Accesses the timer recording menu. INFO* Displays additional EPG information. REC STOP* Stops recording. JUKEBOX* Switches to the Jukebox feature.

Using theAdditional tunerinformation

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. �Dolby�, �Pro Logic�, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. �DTS� is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. and �DTS 96/24� is a trademark of DTS, Inc.

Using the Quick Setup

You can use the Quick Setup to get your system up and running with just a few button presses. The receiver automatically makes the necessary settings after you have selected your room size and listening position. If you want to make more specific settings, refer to The System Setup menu. Use the front panel controls for the steps below. 1 Press STANDBY/ON to switch on. 2 Press QUICK SETUP. 3 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose your room size. Depending on the distance of your speakers from the listening position, choose between small, medium, or large (S, M or L), M being an average-sized room. 4 Press ENTER. 5 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose your listening position. You can cycle between the following choices: � FWD � If you are nearer to the front speakers than the surround speakers � MID � If you are equal distance from the front and surround speakers � BACK � If you are nearer to the surround speakers than the front speakers 6 Press ENTER to confirm your setup. The display shows the room size and listening position that you have selected.

Important � Certain features explained in this section will not be possible depending on the source (for example, PCM 88.2 kHz/96 kHz, DTS 96 kHz (24 bit) or WMA9 Pro sources).

Auto playback
The simplest, most direct listening option is the Auto Surround feature. With this, the receiver automatically detects what kind of source you're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary. � While listening to a source, press STEREO for auto playback of a source. Press repeatedly until AUTO SURR. shows briefly in the display (it will then show the decoding or playback format). Check the digital format indicators in the display to see how the source is being processed. Note
� Stereo surround (matrix) formats are decoded accordingly using 2 Pro Logic II MOVIE. � The Auto Surround feature is canceled if you connect headphones or select the multichannel analog inputs.

will automatically be selected and shows in the display. With two channel sources, press STANDARD repeatedly to select from: � 2 Pro Logic II MOVIE � Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to movie sources � 2 Pro Logic II MUSIC � Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to music sources � 2 Pro Logic II GAME � Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to video games � 2 PRO LOGIC � 5.1 channel surround sound

Setting the effect options

When using surround effects, there are a number of settings you can adjust. 1 Press EFFECT/CH SEL repeatedly to select the setting you want to adjust. Depending on the current status / mode of the receiver, certain options may not appear. Check the table below for notes on this. 2 Use the LEVEL+/� buttons to set it as necessary. See the table below for the options available for each setting. The defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold. 3 Press EFFECT/CH SEL again to adjust other settings.
Setting Center Width* What it does Spreads the center channel between the front right and left speakers, making it sound wider (higher settings) or narrower (lower settings). Dimension* Adjusts the surround sound balance from front to back, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or more forward (positive settings). Extends the front stereo image to include surround speakers for a �wraparound� effect. Sets the effect level for the currently selected Advanced Surround mode (each mode can be set separately). Options 0 to 7 Default: 3

Using the Virtual Surround Back mode
Selecting this mode allows you to hear a virtual surround back channel through your surround speakers. For example, you can choose to listen to sources with no surround back channel information (for example, 5.1 encoded material) with emulated 6.1 encoding (VSB ON). Sometimes the material may sound better in the 5.1 format for which it was originally encoded. In this case you can simply switch it off (VSB OFF). � Press VSB MODE (front panel) to select a virtual surround back channel option. Each press cycles through the options as follows: � VSB ON � Virtual Surround Back is always used (for example, on 5.1 encoded material) � VSB OFF � Virtual Surround Back mode is switched off Note
� You can't use the Virtual Surround Back mode with headphones or with the STEREO / DIRECT mode.

� DIRECT � Bypass all effects and surround settings so that the audio remains as close to the source audio signal as possible. � AUTO SURR. � See Auto playback above. Note
� DIRECT switches to STEREO when using Midnight, Loudness, Dialog Enhancement, or the tone controls.

Using the Sound Retriever
When audio data is removed during the compression process, sound quality often suffers from an uneven sound image. The Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that helps bring CD quality sound back to compressed 2-channel audio by restoring sound pressure and smoothing jagged artifacts left over after compression. � While listening to a source, press S.RETRIEVER. Press repeatedly to switch between: � RTRV1 ON � This option is engineered especially for portable digital audio players. � RTRV2 ON � This option is engineered especially for portable digital radio devices (only applicable when using the FRONT AUDIO INPUT). � OFF � Switches the Sound Retriever off.

Using the Advanced surround effects
Try different settings with various soundtracks to see which you like. � Press ADV.SURR.(ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to select a listening mode. � ADV. MOVIE � Suitable for movie sources. � ADV. MUSIC � Suitable for music sources. � TV SURR. � Provides surround sound for both mono and stereo TV sources. � SPORTS � Suitable for sports programs. � ADV. GAME � Suitable for video games. � EXPANDED � Simulates multichannel surround sound for two-channel sources. � EX. POWER (Extra Power) � Gives multichannel sound to a stereo source, using all of your speakers. � VIR. SURR � A virtual surround effect using just the subwoofer and front speakers. � PHONESUR. (Phones Surround) � Creates the effect of overall surround with headphones. Note Use with Dolby Pro Logic for a stereo surround � effect (stereo field is wider than Standard modes with Dolby Digital sources).

�3 to +3 Default: 0

Listening in stereo
When you select STEREO or DIRECT, you will hear the source through just the front left and right speakers (and subwoofer). Dolby Digital and DTS multichannel sources are downmixed to stereo. � While listening to a source, press STEREO for stereo playback. Press repeatedly to switch between: � STEREO � The audio is heard with your surround settings and you can still use the Midnight, Loudness, and tone functions.

Panorama* Effect

OFF ON 10 to 90

Listening in surround sound
Using this receiver, you can listen to any source in surround sound. However, the options available will depend on the type of source you're listening to. � While listening to a source, press STANDARD. If the source is Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround encoded, the proper decoding format

* Only available with 2 ch sources in Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode.

Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu
The following section shows you how to make detailed settings to specify how you�re using the receiver and also explains how to fine-tune individual speaker system settings to your liking. 1 Press RECEIVER on the remote control, then press the SETUP button. 2 Use / to select the setting you want to adjust then press ENTER. � SP SETUP allows you to specify the distance and balance of the speakers you�ve connected: CH LEVEL � Adjust overall balance of your speaker system. SP DISTN. � Specify the distance of your speakers from the listening position. � OTHER allows you to make customized settings to reflect how you are using the receiver. DRC � This setting specifies the amount of dynamic range adjustment to Dolby Digital and DTS movie soundtracks (use this when listening to surround sound at low volumes). DUAL MONO � You can specify how dual mono encoded Dolby Digital soundtracks should be played (dual mono is sometimes used when two languages need to be sent to separate channels). LFE ATT � Some Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as necessary to prevent the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers.

Note
� If you are using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter, take the readings from your main listening position and adjust the level of each speaker to 75 dB SPL (C-weighting/slow reading). � The subwoofer test tone is output at low volumes. You may need to adjust the level after testing with an actual soundtrack.

Listening to the radio
The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts and memorize the frequency for recall later. 1 Press AM or FM to select the tuner band. 2 Tune to a station. There are three ways to do this: � Automatic tuning � Press and hold TUNING +/� for about a second. Searching automatically stops at the next station. � Manual tuning � To change the frequency one step at a time, press TUNING +/�. � High speed tuning � Press and hold TUNING +/� continuously. If the signal is weak, press the MPX button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode.

Naming station presets
You can your station presets for easy recall. 1 Choose the preset you want to name. See Listening to station presets below. 2 Press TUNER EDIT to select �ST. NAME�. A cursor appears at the first character position. 3 Input the name you want then press ENTER. Use the MULTI JOG dial (front panel) or the STATION +/- buttons (remote) to select characters, and ENTER to confirm. If no character is input, a space is input. Tip
� Once you have named a station preset, you can press DISPLAY when listening to a station to switch the display between the name and the frequency.

Specifications
Amplifier section � Continuous power output Front 100 W per channel*(200 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 �) Center 100 W*(200 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 �) Surround 100 W per channel*(200 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 �) Subwoofer 100 W*(45 Hz to 200 kHz, 0.7 %**, 8 �) � RMS Power Output Front 144 W per channel (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 �) Center 144 W (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 �) Surround Subwoofer 144 W per channel (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 �) 144 W (1 kHz, THD, 10 %, 8 �)

Speaker Distance
1 Select �SP DISTN.� from the SP SETUP menu. 2 Use / to choose the speaker that you want then set the distance. Use / to adjust the distance of each speaker (in 10 cm (0.5 ft.) increments). 3 When you�re finished, press RETURN. Tip � For best surround sound, make sure the surround back speakers are the same distance from the listening position.

The System Setup menu Before you start Controls and displays

Saving station presets

This receiver can memorize up to 30 stations, stored in three banks of 10 stations each. 1 Tune to a station you want to memorize. 2 Press TUNER EDIT to select �ST. MEMORY�. 3 Press CLASS to select one of the three classes then press STATION (+/�) to select the station preset you want. You can also use the MULTI JOG dial after pressing STATION (front panel) to select station presets. 4 Press ENTER to store the station. Note
� When saving an FM frequency, the MPX setting is also stored.

Listening to station presets
You will need to have some presets stored to do this. See Saving station presets if you haven�t done this already. 1 Press AM or FM to select the tuner. 2 Press CLASS to select the class in which the station is stored. Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A, B and C. 3 Press STATION +/� to select the station preset you want.

Specifications

* Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission's Trade Regulation rule on Power Output Claims for Amplifiers. ** Measured by Audio Spectrum Analyzer.

Dynamic Range Control Setup
� Default setting: OFF 1 Select DRC from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / to choose the setting that you want. � OFF � No dynamic range adjustment (use when listening at higher volume). � MID � Mid setting. � MAX � Dynamic range is reduced (loud sounds are reduced in volume while quieter sounds are increased). 3 When you�re finished, press RETURN.

FM Tuner Section Frequency Range Antenna Input (DIN) AM Tuner Section Frequency Range Antenna Miscellaneous Power requirements

87.5 MHz to 108 MHz 75 � unbalanced 530 kHz to 1700 kHz Loop antenna

AC 120 V / 60 Hz 320 W / 420 VA 0.5 W

Troubleshooting
Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Take a look at the other components and electrical appliances being used, because sometimes the problem may lie there. If the trouble isn�t sorted out even after going through the checks below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. Note If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity, disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions. Problem Remedy The power does not turn on. � Connect the power plug to the wall outlet. � Disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and insert again. � Make sure there are no loose strands of speaker wire touching the rear panel. This could cause the receiver to shut off automatically. � If the power shuts off automatically, take the unit to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.

Power consumption In standby Dimensions

Channel level

1 Select CH LEVEL from the SP SETUP menu. 2 Use / to select a setup option. � T. TONE M. � Move the test tone manually from speaker to speaker and adjust individual channel levels. � T. TONE A. � Adjust channel levels as the test tone moves from speaker to speaker automatically. 3 Confirm your selected setup option. The test tones will start after you press ENTER. After the volume increases to the reference level, test tones will be output. 4 Adjust the level of each channel using / . If you selected T. TONE M., use / to switch speakers. The T. TONE A. setup will output test tones in the following order:
L C R RS LS SW

Dual Mono Setup
� Default setting: CH1 1 Select DUAL MONO from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / to choose the setting that you want. � CH1 � Only channel 1 is played � CH2 � Only channel 2 is played � CH1 CH2 � Both channels are played through the front speakers 3 When you�re finished, press RETURN. Note � This setting works only with dual mono encoded Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks.

420 mm (W) x 158 mm (H) x 348 mm (D) 16 9/16 in. (W) x 6 1/4 in. (H) x 13 11/16 in. (D) Weight (without package) 8.6 kg (19.0 lb) Furnished Parts Remote control AA/R6 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) AM loop antenna FM wire antenna Mini-plug audio cable These operating instructions Note

1 2 1 1 1

No sound is output when a function is selected. No image is output when a function is selected. Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.

LFE Attenuator Setup
� Default setting: ATT 0 dB 1 Select LFE ATT from the OTHER setup menu. 2 Use / to choose the setting that you want. � LFEATT 0 � No limiting (recommended setting) � LFEATT 10 � 10 dB of limiting � LFEATT ** � No sound from LFE channel 3 When you're finished, press RETURN.

� Make sure the component is connected correctly. � Press MUTE on the remote control to turn muting off. � Adjust the MASTER VOLUME. � Make sure the component is connected correctly. � Select the correct component (use the INPUT SELECTOR buttons). � Tune in the correct frequency. � Connect the antenna and adjust the direction and position for best reception. � Route any loose cables away from the antenna terminals and wires. � Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and secure to a wall. � Connect an outdoor FM antenna. � Connect an additional internal or external AM antenna. � Turn off the equipment causing the noise or move it away from the receiver. � Move antennas farther away from equipment causing the noise. � Connect an outdoor antenna. � Connect the speakers properly. � Refer to Channel level to check the speaker levels. � The Dolby Digital or DTS source you are listening to may not have an LFE channel. � Switch the LFE Attenuator Setup to LFEATT 0 or LFEATT 10. � Move the cassette deck further from your receiver, until the noise disappears. � Set the digital volume level of the player to full, or to the neutral position. � This is not a malfunction, but be sure to turn the volume down to prevent the output of loud noise from your speakers. � Replace the batteries. � Operate within 7 m (23 ft.), 30 of the remote sensor on the front panel. � Remove the obstacle or operate from another position. � Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light. � Press DIMMER on the remote control repeatedly to return to the default.

Specifications and the design are subject to possible modifications without notice, due to improvements.

Adjust the level of each speaker as the test tone is emitted. 5 When you�re finished, press RETURN. Tip � You can change the channel levels at any time by using EFFECT/CH SEL and +/� on the remote.

Broadcast stations cannot be selected automatically. No sound from surround or center speakers. No sound from subwoofer.

Resetting the main unit
Use this procedure to reset all the receiver�s settings to the factory default. Use the front panel controls to do this. 1 Switch the receiver into standby. 2 While holding down the TONE button, press and hold the STANDBY/ON button for about three seconds. 3 When you see �RESET?� appear in the display, press the ENTER button. OK? shows in the display. 4 Press SETUP to confirm. OK appears in the display to indicate that the receiver has been reset to the factory default settings. Noise during playback of a cassette deck. No sound is output or a noise is output when software with DTS is played back. During a playback search, noise is output from a DTS compatible CD player. Can�t operate the remote control. The display is dark or off.

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