Information to User 2

En Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed. CLEANING Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet. ATTACHMENTS Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. ACCESSORIES Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. CART A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. If this product is equipped with a threewire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. POWER-CORD PROTECTION Powersupply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A. LIGHTNING For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. POWER LINES An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. SERVICING Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling. HEAT The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal.

VSX-D710S

DIGITAL IN

AUX CD

PCM/2/DTS

DIGITAL OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO TO MONITOR TV OUT CONTROL OUT VIDEO (DVD) COAX TO MONTOR TV OUT (CD) 1 OPT (CD-R) 2 OPT OPT Y PB PR Y

(DVD/LD) IN 1

CD recorder

ANTENNA AM LOOP

VCR / DVR IN

PB PR (TV/SAT) IN 2

IN TV / SAT IN DVD / LD IN IN R E C P L A Y
TO MONTOR TV SUB W. PREOUT

OUT VCR / DVR

R FRONT

CENTER

SPEAKERS

R SURROUND L

CENTER PREOUT

FM UNBAL75

OUT CD - R / TAPE / MD IN

SURROUND

TV / SAT

CD player

CENTER SUB W. IN DVD 5.1 CH INPUT

DVD/ LD

DIGITAL OUT COAX

DVD player

TV tuner (or Satellite tuner)

VSX-D810S/D850S

ASSIGNABLE
PCM/2 /DTS C O A (DVD) X O P T

AUX IN CD IN

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA
SUB WOOFER DVD 7.1 CH INPUT COMPONENT VIDEO

(DVD/LD) IN 1 PREOUT

SURROUND BACK
SURROUND VIDEO TO MONTOR TV

SURROUND BACK Y

TO MONITOR TV OUT
O U T VCR / DVR IN TV / SAT DVD / LD IN R E C P L A Y IN OUT IN TO MONTOR TV OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT VIDEO

(CD-R)

O P T O P T O P T [

PB (TV/SAT) IN 2

DIGITAL

S TV / SAT S

O P T DIGITAL OUT
OUT IN CD - R / TAPE / MD DVD 7.1 CH

DVD/ IN LD CONTROL OUT

S P E A K A E R S

AC OUTLET

VSX-D850S only
Example Connection for a DVD/LD or LD Player
Since some LDs have soundtracks recorded on the special 2 RF format you need to make special hook ups to ensure you can play all LDs on your system. If you don't have an LD (or an LD player with your DVD player) you don't need to worry about this. For the VSX-D710S/D810S/D850S hook up your DVD/LD or LD player directly and make sure you make both a 2 RF output and either a coaxial or optical digital connection. Of course you must hook up your DVD/LD or LD player with standard (coaxial or optical) digital connections but if you are able to hook up your player with a 2 RF output (if your player has one) this will ensure you can use all LDs available. We also recommend hooking up your digital components to analog audio jacks as well. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet. The diagram is for the VSX-D850S but hook up an RF Demodualtor to the VSX-D710S in the same manner.

RF demodulator RFD-1

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL COAXIAL

2RF OUT

(AC-3)(LD)

Connecting DVD 7.1 Channel (5.1 ch for VSX-D710S) Components
DVD and LD discs are compatible with both 2 channel and 7.1 channel audio output formats. Connections can be made from a DVD player/multi-channel decoder equipped with 7.1 analog outputs to the 6.1 analog inputs on this unit (the surround back channel is mono on the VSX-D810S/D850S models so we refer to it as 6.1 ch). You need to connect both the left and right surround back channels for the VSX-D810S/D850S models but the sound from this channel will only be mono. Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections.
DVD/multi channel decoder with 5.1 channel analog output jacks
COMPONENT VIDEO TO MONITOR TV OUT (DVD/LD) IN 1
VIDEO (DVD) COAX TO MONTOR TV (CD) 1 OPT (CD-R) 2 OPT OPT Y PB PR Y PR FRONT PB SURROUND (TV/SAT) OUTPUT IN 2 OUTPUT

SUB WOOFER

CD - R / TAPE / MD DVD 7.1 CH

SURROUND FRONT OUTPUT

SURROUND OUTPUT

SURROUND BACK OUTPUT

DVD/multi channel decoder with 7.1 channel analog output jacks
MEMO: The 7.1 channel (5.1 channel for VSX-D710S) input can only be used when DVD 7.1 ch (5.1 channel for VSXD710S) input is selected. For 6.1 channel output select the SB 1ch setting (see p. 20). In this case you can connect the single surround back speaker to either the left or right surround back terminals.
Connecting Video Components
Connect your video components to the jacks as shown below. Regarding digital video components (like a DVD player), you must use the analog video connections pictured on this page for the video signal but in order to use a digital source (like a DVD) you must hook up their audio to a digital audio input (see p. 6-7). It is also a good idea to hook up your digital components with analog audio connections as well (see p. 8). When connecting your equipment always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected from the wall outlet.
The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal. Video deck

VIDEO L

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO L R

TO MONITOR TV OUT CONTROL OUT VIDEO (DVD) COAX TO MONTOR TV OUT (CD) 1 OPT (CD-R) 2 OPT OPT
DVD player (or LD player)

TV (monitor)

Video deck

VIDEO IN 1 (DVD/LD) L R

PB (TV/SAT) IN 2 PR

VIDEOPREOUT

VSX-D850S/D810S
Front video connections are accessed via the front panel input selector as VIDEO. MEMO: This receiver also has S-Video and component video inputs and outputs. These can give you a better picture than the standard composite video connections. For S-Video connections use an S-Video cord (not supplied); for component video connections use a three-way RCA cord (not supplied). Note that a signal fed into a video input on this receiver is only sent to your TV from the corresponding video output. In other words, if you connect your VCR to this receiver using a standard video cord, you need to connect the receiver to your TV using a standard video cord. If your DVD player is connected using an S-Video cord, make sure that you also connect the receiver to your TV with an S-Video cord.

Overhead view of speaker set up ~VSX-D710S~
Front Left Center Front Right Subwoofer

Surround Left

Surround Right

Listening Position

3-D view of speaker set up
Overhead view of speaker set up ~VSX-D810S/D850S~

Surround Back

Connecting Additional Amplifiers (VSX-D810S/D850S only)
This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, however it is possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers. Always make sure that the receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections.

ANALOG IN

Front channel amplifier
ANTENNA PCM/2 /DTS C O A (DVD) X
SUB WOOFER DVD 7.1 CH AUX INPUT IN

PREOUT

OUT (TV) TO MONTOR (VCR) TV OUT SUB WOOFER
VIDEO TO R L VIDEO TO O TO MONITOR TV OUT MONTOR PMONTOR O TV TV T U T OUT OUT O VCR / L R P DVR PB PR T Y PB PR Y R R SURROUND BACK (TV/SAT) IN 2 SURROUND FRONT OUT OUT IN O VIDEO VCR / VCR / FRONT CENTER P SURROUND DVR DVR L L BACK R IN R T TV / OUT SAT IN IN IN O P T TO DVD IN TV / TV / [ MONTOR / LD SAT SAT TV OUT FRONT IN IN IN

CD SURROUND IN

Surround channel amplifier
O R P EDVD/ T C PREOUT IN LD DIGITAL OUT P L CONTROL A OUT Y
S P E A K A E OUT R /CD - R TAPE / MD S
Surround Back channel amplifier

DVD 7.1 CH INPUT

SUB WOOFER PREOUT

Center channel amplifier

MEMO: To hear sound only from the pre-outs, disconnect any speakers that are connected directly to the receiver. (Using the SPEAKERS button to switch off the speakers also mutes the pre-outs; you must set it to either A, B, or A+B.)

Powered Subwoofer

AC Outlet [switched 100 W (0.8 A) max]
Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the receiver's POWER switch. Total electrical power consumption of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A). CAUTION Do not connect a heater, TV, etc. Also, make sure no exposed speaker wire is touching the rear panel, this may cause the receiver to turn off automatically. MEMO: This unit should be disconnected by removing the power plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g., on vacation. Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such as heaters, irons, or television sets to this AC OUTLET in order to avoid overheating and fire risk. This can also cause the receiver to malfunction. CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT A MONITOR OR TV SET TO THIS UNIT'S AC OUTLET.
POWER-CORD CAUTION Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement.

Be sure to switch the power of this unit on (The STANDBY indicator goes out). To ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure to complete the following set up operations. This is particularly important when using the 2 (Dolby)/DTS surround mode. You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system or add new speakers, etc.). Refer to the following pages for detailed descriptions of the settings available for each mode.

SOURCE

RECEIVER
MULTI CONTROL RCV CD TUN TVC

MIDNIGHT

5.1 / 7.1

EFFECT

DISC ENTER

D.ACCESS GUIDE

DTV INFO

MPX/RETURN

DTV ON/OFF

DTV MENU

2 /DTS

TEST TONE SIGNAL SELECT

CH SELECT

CH LEVEL

FUNCTION

LOUDNESS

FL DIMMER

MUTING

TUNE ST

CHANNEL VOLUME MENU

MASTER VOLUME

TVFUNC

1 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.
The STANDBY indicator goes out.

2 Press RCV.

This button switches the remote to the receivers surround setup mode.
3 Press @ or # to select the mode you want to set.
For best results, start with SPEAKERS setting mode and make your initial adjustments in the order described below. The current settings are displayed automatically. DTS-ES ON/OFF setting mode (page 17) (VSXD810S/D850S only) Use to turn the DTS-ES (surround back) channels ON or OFF (for DTS discs only). SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround) setting mode (page 17) Use to specify the size and type of speakers you have connected. SPEAKERS (Surround Back) setting mode (page 17) (VSX-D810S/D850S only) Use to specify the size and type of surround back speaker you have connected or if you have connected a subwoofer here. SUBWOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF setting mode (page 18) Use to specify if the subwoofer is set to on, plus or off. Crossover frequency setting mode (page 18) Use to determine which frequencies will be sent to the subwoofer (or Large speakers if you dont have a subwoofer).
LFE attenuator setting mode (page 18) Use to specify the peak level for the LFE channel and the crossover network for rerouted bass frequencies. Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode (page 18) Use to cut the distorted sound from the subwoofer. FRONT speakers distance setting mode (page 18) Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your front speaker. CENTER speakers distance setting mode (page 18) Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your center speaker. SURROUND speakers distance setting mode (page 19) Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your surround speakers. SURROUND BACK speakers distance setting mode (VSX-D810S/D850S only) (page 19) Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your surround back speaker. Dynamic range control setting mode (page 19) Use to compress the dynamic range of the sound track. Dual mono setting mode (page 19) Use with 2 Digital software that has dual mono encoding if you want to isolate one channel or listen in this specialized mono mode. Component input 1 setting (page 20) Use to specify the video component connected to this input. Component input 2 setting (page 20) Use to specify the video component connected to this input. Multi Channel External Decoder Surround Back 1ch/2ch setting (VSX-D810S/D850S only) (page 20) Use to specify whether you hooked up your External Multi Channel Decoder surround back speaker connection with one or two cords. If youre not using a External Multi Channel Decoder ignore this setting. Coaxial digital input setting (page 20) Use to specify the input to be assigned to the coaxial digital input. Optical digital input 1 setting (page 20) Use to specify the input assigned to this optical digital input. Optical digital input 2 setting (page 20) Use to specify the input assigned to this optical digital input. Optical digital input 3 setting (VSX-D810S/D850S only) (page 20) Use to specify the input assigned to this optical digital input. Optical digital input 4 setting (VSX-D850S only) (page 21) Use to specify the input assigned to this optical digital input.

VSX-D810S/D850S FL CT SW SL
Test tone is only output in Dolby/DTS modes. The test tone sequence corresponds to the speaker setting mode.
4 Adjust speaker levels so that you hear the test tone at the same volume from each speaker when seated in the main listening position.
If a speaker is deselected in the speaker setting mode (see p. 17) then no test tone will be output for that speaker. The channel level range is 10 dB. Levels can be set for each surround mode.
Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel (adjusting the speaker volume balance)
Use to set the relative volume of each channel.
5 Press TEST TONE to turn off the test tone.
MEMO: Since the SUBWOOFER transmits an ultra-low frequency its sound may seem quieter than it actually is. The speaker volume can be adjusted without outputting the test tone by pressing CH LEVEL or CH SELECT button. Initial setting is 0 dB. You can set each sound mode individually and these settings are completely independent of each other. The sound modes you can set include DSP, stereo, DVD 7.1 Ch and 2/DTS, as explained in steps above. However, you can only use the test tone feature when setting 2/DTS.

TV CONTROL

AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
1 Press 2/DTS. 2 Press MASTER VOLUME + or to adjust the volume to an appropriate level. 21

Front Panel

7 (VSX-D710S DVD5.1CH button) 0 = ~

* & ^ % $ #

1 STANDBY indicator Lights when the receiver is in standby mode (note that the receiver consumes a small amount of power (1W) in standby mode). 2 STANDBY/ON button Switches the receiver between on and standby (note that the receiver consumes a small amount of power (1W) in standby mode). 3 STATION (+/) buttons (see pages 32-33) Selects station memories when using the tuner. 4 TUNING (+/) buttons (see pages 32-33) Selects the frequency when using the tuner. 5 DIRECT button Use to switch DIRECT playback on or off. This mode bypasses the tone controls, channel levels, 2/DTS and DSP modes for the most accurate reproduction of a program source. 6 MONITOR button Press to switch tape monitoring on/off. 7 DIGITAL NR button (VSX-D810S/D850S) Switches the DIGITAL NR on or off. DVD5.1CH button (VSX-D710S) (see page 31) On the VSX-D810S/D850S use this button to switches the DIGITAL NR on or off. On the VSXD710S this button switches between DVD5.1CH input and regular DVD input. 8 DSP MODE button (see page 28, 30) Use to switch between the various DSP modes available (HALL1, HALL 2, JAZZ, DANCE,

THEATER1, THEATER 2, 6CH STEREO [VSXD810S/D850S only]) and DSP off. Use this
= TONE button This button allows you to activate the BASS & TREBLE controls. To adjust the BASS and/or TREBLE use the MULTI JOG DIAL. Tone can only be used in 2 channel stereo sound mode. The tones controls have no effect on the B speaker system. ~ MULTI JOG dial You can use this dial for two purposes. Firstly, in normal mode turn it to select a source component. Secondly, use it to adjust the BASS and/or TREBLE levels when the TONE button has been activated (as explained above). ! MASTER VOLUME Use to set the overall listening volume. @ VIDEO INPUT jacks Connect a video camera, video game system, etc. to the VIDEO INPUT jacks (refer to page 10). # MIDNIGHT button (see page 31) Use when listening to movie soundtracks at low volume. This feature will enable you to hear quiet sounds and not get jolted by loud or sudden sound effects. $ SPEAKERS button Use to switch the speaker system A = B = A+B = off. In B and A+B speaker modes you hear only 2 channel

stereo sound.

button to create different surround sound effects from any stereo source. 9 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control. 0 SIGNAL SELECT button (see page 29) Use to select an analog or digital or AUTO (VSXD810S/D850S only) signal. - 2 /DTS button (see pages 27, 29) Use to switch between the various Dolby/DTS surround modes.
% MPX button (see page 32) lf the TUNED or STEREO indicators don't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press the MPX button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast. ^ BAND button (see page 32-33) Press to select the AM or FM band. & MEMORY button (see page 33) Press to memorize a station for recall using the STATION (+/) buttons. * CLASS button (see pages 33) Switches between the three banks (classes) of station memories. ( PHONES jack Use to connect headphones but this does not switch the speakers off.

Display

SIGNAL SELECT
DIGITAL DTS ANALOG DIGITAL
SB DIGITAL PRO LOGIC DSP DNR
ATT DIRECT MIDNIGHT LOUDNESS

MONITOR

SP AB TUNED STEREO MONO
1 SIGNAL SELECT indicators Light to indicate the type of input signal assigned for the current component (see Front Panel, 0 SIGNAL SELECT). When the AUTO setting is being used on VSX-D810S & VSX-D850S receivers a set of brackets will appear around the SIGNAL SELECT indicators. 2DIGITAL : Lights when a DOLBY DIGITAL signal is played. DTS: Lights when a source with DTS audio signals is played. ANALOG : Lights when an analog signal is selected. DIGITAL : Lights when a digital audio signal is selected. [ ]: Lights when the AUTO setting is selected. (VSXD810S/D850S only) 2 DTS indicator Lights when DTS mode is being used. DIGITAL indicator When the 2 (DOLBY)/DTS mode of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Digital signal. However, 2 PRO LOGIC lights during 2 channel playback of Dolby Digital. PRO LOGIC indicator When the 2 (DOLBY)/DTS mode of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Pro Logic source. 5 DSP indicator Lights when any Advanced Theater or DSP mode is selected. 6 Surround Back indicator (VSX-D810S/D850S only) Lights when most Surround Back channel flag encoded (6.1channel) software is playing. (With some Surround Back channel software the surround back indicator wont light because there is no flag encoded in the software.) If you play DTS 5.1/6.1 channel software surround sound will be heard whether it is encoded with a surround back channel flag or not. 7 OVERLOAD indicator This lights when an analog signal is too strong (the SIGNAL SELECT needs to be on ANALOG). It indicates the sound is distorting and the input signal should be reduced. 8 ATT indicator Lights when ATT is used to attenuate (reduce) the level of the input signal (can only be used in ANALOG mode).

9 DIRECT indicator Lights when source DIRECT is in use. This function bypasses all tone, channel levels, DSP and Dolby Surround effects. MIDNIGHT indicator Lights when MIDNIGHT listening mode is in use. LOUDNESS indicator Lights when the LOUDNESS is on. LOUDNESS is used to boost the bass and treble when listening at low levels. 0 SPEAKER indicator Shows if the speaker system is on or not. SP 3A (and/or) B means speakers are switched on. SP 3 means speakers are switched off. - MONITOR indicator Lights when MONITOR is selected to hear a recording as it's being made (see page 34). = TUNER indicators MONO: Lights when the mono mode is set using the MPX MODE button. TUNED: Lights when a broadcast is being received. STEREO: Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode. ~ MASTER VOLUME LEVEL Shows the overall volume level. Volume level is maintained even when the power is off. ---dB indicates the minimum level, and 0dB indicates the maximum level. Depending on the level settings you make for individual channels, the MAX level can range between 10dB and 0dB. ! DNR indicator (VSX-D810S/D850S only) Lights when the digital noise reduction is on. Use to reduce extraneous noise. It can be used with any sound mode. @ CHARACTER display Shows the radio frequency or function (DVD/LD, CD, etc.) receiver is using.
Remote Control (VSX-D710S/D810S)
1 SOURCE button Use to turn on/off other components connected to the receiver. 2 MULTI CONTROL buttons Use to put the receiver/remote control in the stated mode. For other equipment controls, see Controlling the Rest of Your System on pages 35-49. 3 RCV button (see page 16) Use this button when setting up the surround sound for the receiver. Also press it if you want to use special features attached to some of the number buttons, for example MIDNIGHT, 5.1/7.1, or ATT. 4 NUMBER/MODE buttons Use the number buttons to select the radio frequency in tuner DIRECT ACCESS (see page 32) mode or the tracks in CD, DVD mode etc. Also, buttons marked with the following names have special functions. If you try to use one of these functions but the display flashes it means that function cannot be used in the current mode (for example DSP modes cannot be used when 5.1 Ch setting is on).
MIDNIGHT (see page 31) Use to put receiver in MIDNIGHT mode. To use first press the RCV button then operate this button. 5.1 Ch (VSX-D710S) 7.1Ch (VSX-D810S/D850S) (see page 31) When the DVD/LD or DVD 5.1/7.1 Ch function is selected each press switches the DVD/LD input between DVD/LD and DVD 5.1/7.1 Ch. To use first press the RCV button then operate this button. ATT When the overload indicator lights use this button to attenuate (lower) the level of an analog input signal and prevent distortion. To use first press the RCV button then operate this button. EFFECT +/ buttons (see page 30) Use to add or subtract the amount of effect in different DSP sound modes (except 6 Ch Stereo) or advanced listening modes. To use first press the RCV button then operate these buttons. 5 THE FOLLOWING BUTTONS ARE BOTH CONTROLS FOR OTHER COMPONENTS (LIKE A DVD PLAYER) AND DEDICATED TUNER CONTROLS. THE TUNER CONTROLS ARE EXPLAINED HERE. YOU CAN USE THEM AFTER YOU HAVE PUSHED THE TUNER MULTI CONTROL BUTTON. BAND button (see pages 32, 33) Use to switch between the AM and FM band when in TUNER mode. CLASS button (see pages 33) Use to switch between the three banks (classes) of station memories. MPX/RETURN button (see page 32) 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. Also, this is the pause button for CDs, tapes, DVDs, etc. D. ACCESS button (see page 32) Use to directly access a radio station by pressing the number of the station you want. DTV INFO button Use to bring up information screens on a digital TV. DTV MENU button Use to bring up menus on a digital TV. DTV ON/OFF button Use to turn a digital TV on/off. GUIDE button Use to bring up the guides on a digital TV.

DOLBY SURROUND

Sound Modes DSP modes
The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments when playing standard (two-channel) stereo sources, Dolby Pro Logic sources, and Dolby Digital sources. DSP modes do not work when the speakers are off. HALL 1 Simulates the acoustic environment of a large, wooden concert hall. Complex delay of reflected sounds coupled with reverberation effects create the dynamic and beautiful sound characteristics of an orchestra performing in a concert hall, making it suitable for classical music HALL 2 Simulates the acoustic environment of a concert hall with stone walls. The rich reverberations and natural fullness of the sound create the auditory impression of being in a concert hall, also making it suitable for classical music. JAZZ Simulates the acoustic environment of a jazz club. Less delay on the reflected sounds emphasizes the sensation of hearing a live band. DANCE Simulates the acoustic environment and strong bass sound of a dance club. A short delay on the reflected sounds emulates the raw power of the dance music. THEATER 1 Adjusts the delay of the reflected sound to simulate the acoustic environment of a medium sized movie theater. THEATER 2 Simulates the acoustic environment of a theater while maintaining proper localization of each channel. 5/6Ch STEREO (VSX-D810S/D850S) This mode reproduces stereo sound but uses all the speakers in the system to induce a rich, all-around sound.
MEMO: When using 96 kHz PCM playback, STANDARD, ADVANCED THEATER, and DSP sound modes are not available.
Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input
When you select a function (for example CD) that is only hooked up by a digital connection, then the ANALOG/DIGITAL signal input switch will automatically choose digital for VSX-D810S/D850S. If you have that function hooked up by both digital and analog connections this switch lets you choose which to listen to.
Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound
DVD TV VCR CD-R MULTI CONTROL RCV CD TUN TVC

CHANNEL VOLUME

1 Press SIGNAL SELECT to select the input signal corresponding to the source component.
Each press switches between ANALOG and DIGITAL signal selection (VSX-D710S). On the VSX-D810S & VSX-D850S receivers there is an AUTO setting. In this setting the receiver will automatically switch between the analog and digital signals according to what is being input. If both signals are input the AUTO setting will choose the digital one. This setting is convenient as the receiver will always choose the best or appropriate signal.

MPX mode

If the TUNED or STEREO indicators don't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press the MPX button to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast.
Tuning Directly to a Station
Sometimes, you'll already know the frequency of the station you want to listen to. In this case, you can simply enter the frequency directly using the number buttons on the remote control (this function is not available using the front panel controls of the receiver).
1 Press the MULTI CONTROL TUN button on the remote control.
On the receiver, use the MULTI JOG to select the tuner mode.

CHANNEL

2 Use the BAND button to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.
Each press switches the band between FM and AM On the receiver, pressing the BAND button switches between bands.

VOLUME

3 Tune to a station.
Automatic tuning To search for stations in the currently selected band, press and hold either the TUNE + or TUNE button for about a second. The receiver will start searching for the next station, stopping when it has found one. Repeat this step to search for other stations. Manual tuning To change the frequency one step at a time, press the TUNE + or TUNE (%) buttons. High speed tuning Press and hold the TUNE + or TUNE button for high speed tuning, releasing the button once the desired frequency is reached.
2 Press the BAND button to select either FM or AM.
Each press switches the band between FM and AM. On the receiver, pressing the BAND button switches between bands.
3 Press D.ACCESS (DIRECT ACCESS). 4 Use the number buttons to enter the frequency of the radio station.
Example: To tune to 106.00 (FM), press 6 00

SP A TUNED STEREO

MEMO: If you make a mistake while inputting the frequency, press the D.ACCESS button twice to cancel the frequency and start again.

Memorizing Stations

If you often listen to a particular radio station, it's convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for easy recall whenever you want to listen to that station. This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time. The VSX-D710S/D810S/D850S can memorize up to 30 stations, stored in three banks, or classes, (A,B and C) of 10 stations each. When memorizing FM frequencies, the receiver also stores the MPX setting (auto stereo or mono, see p.32). The process for memorizing stations is only possible from the controls on the front panel of the receiver.

1 Turn the MULTI JOG dial to select a source to record (you can also use the MULTI CONTROL buttons if the DIRECT FUNCTION is on).
All functions except MONITOR are accessible from the remote control.
MODEL VSX-D710S VSX-D810S VSX-D850S

COAX IN 1

OPT IN 4

OPT OUT 1

2 Prepare the program source.
Tune to the radio station, load the CD, etc. For a video recording load the video, DVD etc.
3 Insert a blank tape, MD, video etc. into the recording device connected to either CD-R/ MD/TAPE or VCR/DVR and set the recording levels.
Refer to the instructions that came with the recorder if you are unsure how to do this. Most video recorders set the audio recording level automatically check your video's instruction manual if you are unsure whether yours has manual controls.

Recalling Preset Codes

The following steps show you how to recall preset codes for each MULTI CONTROL button. Once the preset code is assigned, pressing the button will automatically set the remote to operate the respective component. MEMO: Refer to Preset Code List on pages 43 to 49 for the components and manufacturers available. Refer to Controlling the Rest of Your System on pages 35 to 49 for detailed explanations on how to operate your other components.
3 Use the number buttons to enter the 4 digit setup code. (see pages 43-49 for Preset Code List)
The LED will blink for half a second after each digit is input and will show a long, two second blink to confirm a valid code has been input. (VSX-D850S only: The code appears in the LCD display as you input it. The display shows OK if its a valid code.) If the LED blinks three times it means an invalid code has been input or an error has occurred. Check the preset code list and try again. If you are not able to input a preset code you can refer to page 38 to teach the remote control individual commands. The remote control returns to the previous operation mode. It will also return to the previous mode after thirty seconds of inactivity.
4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 to assign preset codes for as many components as necessary.
MEMO: You can only input a code for the component type written on each MULTI CONTROL button. If you recall a preset code for the tuner (TUN MULTI CONTROL), you will not be able to control the builtin tuner of this receiver using the remote. To reset the remote to the built-in tuner, input the preset code 7008. To erase the preset code for the current MULTI CONTROL button, enter 0000 as the code in step 3.

3 Use the @ # buttons to select the Full Library Search mode.
The remotes LCD display shows SEARCH.
4 Press the MULTI CONTROL button for the component you want to control.
3 Use the @ # buttons to select the Brand Search mode, then press ENTER.
The remotes LCD display shows BRAND SEARCH.
5 Press and hold SETUP for two seconds.
A batch of 10 codes is transmitted and the LED blinks during transmission. If you see the component respond, by stopping (for playback components only) or switching off, go on to the step 6, otherwise repeat this step. After the ten codes have been sent the search icon blinks. If you want to cancel the search mode, press and hold MUTING for two seconds.
5 Use the % buttons to select the brand of the component.
The brand names appear in the remotes LCD display. If the brand of your component doesnt appear then you cant use this feature.
6 Switch the component back on or restart playback. 7 Use the % buttons to scan through the last 10 codes transmitted to identify the correct code.
The transmission icon is on while the codes are sent out. Stop when you see the component stop or switch off. The LCD display shows the I.D. You can also verify you have the correct code by pressing PLAY, STOP., VOL +/, etc.
6 Press and hold SETUP for two seconds.
A batch of 10 codes is transmitted and the transmission icon is on while the codes are sent out. After all ten codes have been sent the search icon blinks. If you see the component respond, by stopping (for playback components only) or switching off, go on to the step 6, otherwise repeat this step. If you want to cancel the search mode, press and hold MUTING for two seconds.
8 Press and hold ENTER for three seconds to save the preset code.
7 Switch the component back on or restart playback. 8 Use the % buttons to scan through the last 10 codes transmitted to identify the correct code.
The transmission icon is on while the codes are sent out. Stop when you see the component stop or switch off. The display shows the I.D. You can also verify you have the correct code by pressing PLAY, STOP., VOL +/, etc.
Setting Up Using Brand Name Search (VSX-D850S only)
An alternative method of setting up the remote with preset codes is to use the Brand Search feature. The remote transmits batches of 10 codes; when you see the component responding you just scan through those last 10 codes until you find the correct one.

9 Press and hold ENTER for three seconds to save the preset code.
Learning Mode: Programming Signals from other Remote Controls
If preset codes are not available for your component(s), or the available preset codes do not operate correctly, you can use this function to program in signals from the remote control(s) of your other component(s). This operation can also be used after recalling a preset code to program additional operations not covered in the preset codes.
5 Point the two remote controls towards each other. Press the button to be learned on this receivers remote control (for example the 3 [play] button).
Point the remote controls directly at each other, about 1-2 inches apart, and press the button on the remote control for the operation you want to program. The LED flashes rapidly. For VSX-D850S, the LEARN icon blinking.

VSX-D710S/ D810S only

6 Press the corresponding button on the other remote control to be taught to this receivers remote control (in the above example the 3 [play] button).
Point the remote controls toward each other. Press the button on the other remote control corresponding to the operation you wish to program. The LED on this receivers remote will go out and then resume a steady light if the operation is learned. (For VSX-D850S model the LEARN icon will light steadily and the LCD display will show OK if the operation has been learned.) If the operation hasnt been learned for some reason the LED will blink for three seconds and then light steadily. (For VSXD850S model the LCD will display error if the operation hasnt been learned.) If this happens press the teaching key repeatedly, varying the distances between the remotes, until you see the LED on this units remote light steadily, without blinking first. To program additional operations for the current component Repeat steps 5 and 6. To program operations for another component Repeat steps 2 through 6 (VSX-D850S). Repeat steps 3 through 6 (VSX-D710S/D810S).
1 Press SETUP and hold for three seconds.
The LED on the remote control will light for two seconds. To cancel the Learning mode at any time Press SETUP. The remote control will also return to the previous mode after thirty seconds of inactivity.
2 VSX-D850S only: Use the @ # buttons to select the Learning mode.
The Learning mode is indicated by the Learning icon (LEARN) in the remotes LCD display.

ORDER NO.

RRV2458
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

VSX-D850S

THIS MANUAL IS APPLICABLE TO THE FOLLOWING MODEL(S) AND TYPE(S).

KUXJI/CA

Model VSX-D850S

AC120V

Power Requirement

Remarks

This service manual should be used together with the following manual(s):

Model No.

VSX-D810S/KUXJI

Order No.

RRV2431

CONTENTS

1. CONTRAST OF MISCELLANEOUS PARTS. 2 2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM.. 5
PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1, Meguro 1-chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan
PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. P.O. Box 1760, Long Beach, CA 90801-1760, U.S.A. PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, 9120 Melsele, Belgium PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD. 253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936

PIONEER CORPORATION 2001

T ZZK MAY 2001 Printed in Japan
1. CONTRAST OF MISCELLANEOUS PARTS
NOTES: Parts marked by "NSP" are generally unavailable because they are not in our Master Spare Parts List. The mark found on some component parts indicates the importance of the safety factor of the part. Therefore, when replacing, be sure to use parts of identical designation. Screws adjacent to mark on product are used for disassembly. Reference Nos. indicate the pages and Nos. in the service manual for the base model. When ordering resistors, first convert resistance values into code form as shown in the following examples. Ex.1 When there are 2 effective digits (any digit apart from 0), such as 560 ohm and 47k ohm (tolerance is shown by J=5%, and K=10%). x 101 RD1/4PU 1 J 561 47k RD1/4PU 3 J 47 x 0.5 RN2H R K RRS1P 1 R 0 K 1R0 Ex.2 When there are 3 effective digits (such as in high precision metal film resistors). 5.62k 562 x RN1/4PC F

CONTRAST TABLE

VSX-D850S/KUXJI/CA and VSX-D810S/KUXJI are constructed the same except for the following :
Part No. Ref. No. Mark Symbol and Description
PCB ASSEMBLIES D.D & INPUT ASSY D.D UCOM ASSY D.D DSP ASSY NSP P5- 2 NSP P5- 6 P5- 7 P5- 8 P5- 9 P6- 1 P6- 3 AMP&PS ASSY AMP&PRIMARY ASSY COMPLEX ASSY VIDEO&6CH IN ASSY 6CH IN ASSY S. VISEO ASSY COMPONENT ASSY FRONT ASSY R. ENCODER ASSY PACKING SECTION Dry Cell Battery (R6P, AA) Alkaline Dry Cell Battery (LR6, AA) Operating Instructions (French) Remote Control Unit Packing Case EXTERIOR SECTION Foot Assy Insulator Rear Panel FRONT PANEL SECTION Display Panel Button Cover Front Panel B Lens R4

VSX-D810S /KUXJI

XWK3027 XWZ3397 XWZ3395 XWK3023 XWZ3380 XWK3010 XWZ3335 XWZ3350 XWZ3363 XWZ3366 XWZ3345 XWZ3354

VSX-D850S /KUXJI/CA

XWK3029 XWZ3399 XWZ3396 XWK3026 XWZ3383 XWK3014 XWZ3400 XWZ3351 XWZ3364 XWZ3367 XWZ3349 XWZ3355

P5- 1 P5-53

P3- 4 P3- 4 P3- 6 P3- 7 P3-13

NSP NSP

VEM-013 Not used Not used XXD3028 XHD3147
Not used VEM1021 XRC3030 XXD3031 XHD3148

P5-37 P5-37 P5-39

REC1263 Not used XNC3077

Not used PNW2766 XNC3078

P6-18 P6-19 P6-21
XAK3172 XAK3253 XMB3033 Not used
XAK3216 XAK3224 XMB3034 XAK3181
Notes : The numbers in the remarks column correspond to the numbers on the EXPLODED VIEWS. For PCB ASSEMBLIES, Refer to CONTRAST OF PCB ASSEMBLIES and 2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM.
EXPLODED VIEWS FRONT PANEL SECTION

Front Panel

CONTRAST OF PCB ASSEMBLIES

A F D.D UCOM ASSY

XWZ3399 and XWZ3397 are constructed the same except for the following :
Mark Symbol and Description
R153, R154, R159, R160 R165, R208 R189, R190, R197, R198 JA101JA104 (4P PIN JACK)

Part No. XWZ3397

RS1/16S102J RS1/16S182J RS1/16S242J AKB7048

XWZ3399

RS1/16S911J RS1/16S162J RS1/16S222J AKB7108

B F D.D DSP ASSY

XWZ3396 and XWZ3395 are constructed the same except for the following :
C9165 R9156 R9171 JA9151 (1P PIN JACK) JA9154 (OPTICAL LINK IN)

Part No. XWZ3395

Not used RS1/16S0R0J Not used VKB1077 Not used

XWZ3396

CKSRYF104Z25 RS1/16S104J RS1/16S101J VKB1074 GP1FA551RZ

C F AMP&PRIMARY ASSY

XWZ3383 and XWZ3380 are constructed the same except for the following :
C701, C702 (4700F/71V) C701, C702 (5600F/71V)

Part No. XWZ3380

ACH7137 Not used

XWZ3383

Not used XCH3005

M F COMPONENT ASSY

XWZ3367 and XWZ3366 are constructed the same except for the following :
1575 (6P PINJACK) JA551 (6P RCA PINJACK) JA553 (3P RCA PINJACK)

Part No. XWZ3366

AKB7089 AKB7128 AKB7124

XWZ3367

AKB7088 AKB7127 XKB3015

N F FRONT ASSY

XWZ3349 and XWZ3345 are constructed the same except for the following :

R428 R429

Symbol and Description

Part No. XWZ3345

Not used RS1/16S0R0J

XWZ3349

RS1/16S472J RS1/16S622J

O F R.ENCODER ASSY

XWZ3355 and XWZ3354 are constructed the same except for the following :

D511 D512 R(LED HOLDER)

Part No. XWZ3354
Not used Not used Not used Not used

XWZ3355

UDZS5.6B E1L4E-7B1A(2345) RS1/16S391J XAK3154
Q F VIDEO&6CH IN ASSY
XWZ3400 and XWZ3335 are constructed the same except for the following :

CN305 (6P PINJACK)

Part No. XWZ3335

AKB7123

XWZ3400

XKB3014

S F 6CH IN ASSY
XWZ3351 and XWZ3350 are constructed the same except for the following :

308 (6P PINJACK)

Part No. XWZ3350

AKB7089

XWZ3351

AKB7088

T F S. VIDEO ASSY
XWZ3364 and XWZ3363 are constructed the same except for the following :
CN352/JA352 (3-4P MINI DIN SOCKET) CN353 (2-4P MINI DIN SOCKET)

Part No. XWZ3363

XKP3045 XKP3044

XWZ3364

AKP7049 AKP7023

2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Note : When ordering service parts, be sure to refer to "EXPLODED VIEWS and PARTS LIST" or "PCB PARTS LIST"

2.1 D.D DSP ASSY (2/4)

D.D DSP ASSY (XWZ3396)

B 2/4 F

B 1/4 B 3/4

different parts

B 2/4F
VSX-D850S 2.2 FRONT and R. ENCODER ASSYS

(XWZ3349)

F R.ENCODER ASSY (XWZ3355)
R.ENCODER ASSY S511 : TONE S512 : MULTI JOG DIAL S513 : MASTER VOLUME

A 1/2 CN103

A 1/2 CN102