AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
VSX-D710S VSX-D810S VSX-D850S

Operating Instructions

: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING

THE STANDBY/ON BUTON IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS POWER IN STANDBY POSITION.

IMPORTANT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security.
[For Canadian model] CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
[For Canadian model] This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. [Pour le modle Canadien] Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

ATTENTION :

POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSERESS A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

Making an Audio or a Video Recording Making a Digital Recording 34
Controlling the Rest of Your System
Recalling Preset Codes 35 Setting Up Using Preset Code Search (VSXD710S/D810S) 36
Connecting Speakers (VSX-D710S) Hints on Speaker Placement 14
Connecting Speakers (VSX-D810S/D850S)
Connecting Additional Amplifiers (VSX-D810S/ D850S only) 15 AC Outlet [switched 100 W (0.8 A) max] 15
Setting Up Using Library Search (VSX-D850S) 36 Setting Up Using Brand Name Search (VSX-850 only) 37 Learning Mode: Programming Signals from other Remote Controls 38

Preparations

Setting Up for Surround Sound
Setting the Volume Level of Each Channel
Erasing One of the Remote Control button Settings 39 Clearing All the Remote Control Settings Direct Function 40 Checking Preset Code 39

Displays & Controls

Front Panel Display 23 22
Remote Control (VSX-D710S/D810S) Remote Control (VSX-D850S) LCD Display (VSX-D850S only) 26 26
Operating other Pioneer Components
CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVR Player/ Cassette Deck Controls 41 Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV Controls Preset Code List 43 42

Sound Modes

Learning about the Sound Modes

Additional Information

Troubleshooting Specifications 50 51
Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound 29 Selecting a Sound Mode 30
Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet.

Audio/Video Cords

Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to make analog audio and video connections. Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), and the yellow plugs to VIDEO. Be sure to insert completely.
Digital Audio Cords/Optical Cables
Commercially available digital audio coaxial cords (standard video cords can also be used) or optical cables (not supplied) are used to connect digital components to this receiver. When you use optical digital input or output terminals, pull off the caps and insert the plugs. Be sure to insert completely.

Digital audio cord (or standard video cord) Optical cable

VID EO

Connecting Digital Components
In order to use PCM/2 Digital/DTS soundtracks, you need to make digital audio connections. 2 You can do this by either coaxial or optical connections (you do not need to do both). The quality of these two types of connections is the same but since some digital components only have one type of digital terminal, it is a matter of matching like with like (for example, the coaxial out from the component to coaxial in on the receiver). The VSXD710S has a coaxial input and two optical inputs for a total of three digital inputs. The VSX-D810S has a coaxial input and three optical inputs for a total of four digital inputs and the VSX-D850S has a coaxial input and four optical inputs for a total of five digital inputs. Connect your digital components as shown below. There is one digital out jack which is marked DIGITAL OUT. If you connect this to the optical input on a digital recorder (currently these include MD, DAT and CD-R) you can make direct digital recordings with this unit. 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.

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)

When using the speaker on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT jack on this unit to the audio input jack on your TV. In this case, the center speaker shown is unnecessary.
A full complement of seven speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyones home setup will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (called front speakers in the diagram) but we recommend you use at least three speakers. To get the most out of the VSXD810S/D850S models hook up all seven speakers, including a surround back speaker, the latest advancement in home theater. You can only hook up one speaker here as the surround back channel is mono on the VSX-D810S/ D850S models. This is actually 6.1 ch sound but we usually refer to it by its regular name, 7.1 ch sound. The two are essentially the same thing both offering surround back sound. If you dont hook up a surround back speaker you can use that speaker terminal to hook up your subwoofer. Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers. MEMO: The receiver has two speaker systems, A & B. A is the main system supporting the full complement of surround sound speakers. If you switch on both A & B speaker systems, only front speakers and the subwoofer will be audible. No sound will come from the center or surround speakers but multi channel sources will be downmixed to the active speakers so no sound will be lost. Similarly, if you choose just the B system youll only hear the front speakers connected to the B system and multi channel sources will be down-mixed to these two speakers. Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 to 16. If you select subwoofer (SB SUBWF) in the surround back speakers setting mode (see p.17) you can hook a subwoofer up to the surround back speaker terminals. In this case the terminals will be used for this passive subwoofer and no surround back sound will come from these terminals.
Front Speakers (A) L R Center Speaker C SURROUND Speakers SL SR SURROUND BACK Speaker SB

IN TV / SAT

Powered subwoofer

Subwoofer (passive)

Be sure to complete all other connections before connecting this unit to the AC power source. When using the speaker on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT jack on this unit to the audio input jack on your TV. In this case, the center speaker shown is unnecessary.

Connecting Your Equipment Speaker terminals
1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 2 Loosen speaker terminal and insert exposed wire. 3 Tighten terminal. The speaker terminals also accept single banana plugs. (Refer to speaker manual for details.)
Caution: Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If any of the bare speaker wire touches the back panel it may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.
Hints on Speaker Placement
Speakers are usually designed with a particular placement in mind. Some are designed to be floor standing, while others should be placed on stands to sound their best. Some should be placed near a wall; others should be placed away from walls. Follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with your particular speakers to get the most out of them. Place the front left and right speakers at equal distances from the TV. When placing speakers near the TV, we recommend using magnetically shielded speakers to prevent possible interference, such as discoloration of the picture when the TV is switched on. If you do not have magnetically shielded speakers and notice discoloration of the TV picture, move the speakers farther away from the TV. Install the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen. CAUTION! If you choose to install the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with putty, or by other suitable means, to reduce the risk of damage or injury resulting from the speaker falling from the TV in the event of external shocks such as earthquakes. If possible, install the surround speakers slightly above ear level. Try not to install the surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the front and center speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect. To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown on the right. Be sure all speakers are installed securely to prevent accidents and improve sound quality.
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.

Choose a speaker setting mode according to the speakers you hooked up. Use the % or buttons.
The configurations shown below will appear in the display on the front of the receiver. One of them should match your speaker set up. Cycle through the different possibilities until you find the one that matches your set up. Press # to advance to the next receiver setting, and press @ to return to a previous receiver setting.
MEMO: You can only set the surround back speaker to large if the surround speakers are set to small. If you choose none for surround speakers (see previous setup) you wont be able to select any surround back speakers either. If you choose A+B speaker systems no sound is heard from the passive subwoofer.
Preparations SUBWOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF setting mode
Sets whether the SUBWOOFER is used or not. Also, when used you have the option to use the PLUS setting.
LFE attenuator setting mode
Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as needed to prevent the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers.
Press % or to select subwoofer ON, PLUS or OFF.
MEMO: The initial setting is ON. Setting the front speaker size to Small in the SPEAKERS setting mode automatically locks the subwoofer in the ON position. Use the PLUS for extra bass. When you use PLUS you will get the bass sounds from the subwoofer even if the front speakers are set to Large. If you select OFF in this setting you wont be able to select subwoofer in the surround back speaker setting above.
Press % or to set the attenuation level (0 dB, 10 dB or ** dB()). 0 dB 10 dB

(display "

**")
MEMO: The initial setting is 0 dB. When is selected ( appears in the display), LFE is not available.
Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode
Turn the low cut filter ON when distorted sound is output through the subwoofer.
Crossover frequency setting mode
Crossover frequency is the point where the receiver divides the high and low sounds (the frequencies) between the speakers. Since most smaller speakers cant handle deep bass tones, this setting allows you to send those sounds to the subwoofer (or speakers set to Large if you dont have a subwoofer) instead of the speakers set to Small in your system. Choose the point at which you want the frequency routed to the subwoofer (or Large speakers). We recommend setting this to 200 Hz if smaller bookshelf-type speakers are used for your Small speakers.
Press % or to select low cut filter ON or OFF.
MEMO: The initial setting is OFF. If the SUBWOOFER is set to OFF in the SUBWOOFER ON/OFF setting mode, the low cut filter cannot be set.

If the DIRECT FUNCTION is OFF you have to use the FUNCTION button to select the source (see p.39).
2 While SIGNAL SELECT is set to DIGITAL, 2 DIGITAL lights when a Dolby Digital signal is input, DTS lights when a DTS signal is input.
MEMO: SIGNAL SELECT is fixed in the ANALOG position for components not assigned to one of the digital input jacks. This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32kHz, 44kHz, and 48kHz [VSX-D810S & VSXD850S can play 96kHz]), and DTS, digital signal formats. With digital signal formats other than these, set SIGNAL SELECT to ANALOG. Some DVD players dont output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player.
4 Press SIGNAL SELECT to select DIGITAL.
(Refer to Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL signal input on this page.)
5 Press 2/DTS to switch the Dolby/DTS mode on. 6 Start playback of the component you selected in step 1. 7 Press MASTER VOLUME (+/) to adjust the volume level.
MEMO: You can only hear the sound on DTS encoded discs if the CD or LD player with DTS is digitally connected to this receiver. If you play a DTS encoded disc through analog connections you will only hear digital noise, not the soundtrack. To prevent noise, you need to make digital connections (Refer to page 6-7) and set SIGNAL SELECT to DIGITAL.

Selecting a Sound Mode

To ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure to complete the set up procedures described in Setting Up for Surround Sound (starting on page 16) before using the sound modes. This is particularly important when using the 2 (Dolby) surround mode.

Surround operation

1 Switch the Dolby/DTS mode on and off by pressing 2/DTS on the remote control or 2/DTS on the front panel.
Each press changes the display as follows.

EFFECT +/

(VSX-D710S) STANDARD OFF MUSICAL EXPANDED DRAMA ACTION

1 Press RCV.

(VSX-D810S/D850S) * STANDARD OFF MUSICAL DRAMA ACTION

5/6-D THEATER

This sets the remote to select the sound mode. (You can skip this step when using the controls on the receiver.)
2 Press DSP MODE to select the sound mode.
Each press changes the DSP mode as follows:
HALL 1 6CH STEREO (VSX-D810S /D850S only) HALL 2 JAZZ DANCE THEATER 1
*When using DTS 5.1/6.1 ch discs in STANDARD mode the display will change to DTS-ES. Naturally the playback will still be 6.1 output.(VSX-D810S/ D850S) Refer to page 27 for more details about each surround effect. MEMO: The effects of Dolby/DTS mode can be adjusted in the range of 10 to 90 by pressing EFFECT +/ (the default setting is 70). Also, the effect level can be set in each ADVANCED THEATER mode by pressing the EFFECT +/ button. The STANDARD mode cannot be changed. For the VSX-D810S/VSX-D850S, when the surround back channel is set to off in the speakers settings, 6-D Theater becomes 5-D Theater.

THEATER 2

MEMO: The amount of effect of each DSP mode can be adjusted in the range of 10 to 90 (the default setting value is 70) by pressing EFFECT +/. The DSP effects cant be heard in 6 channel stereo (VSX-D810S/D850S only). For VSX-D810S/VSX-D850S receivers, when the surround back channel is set to off 6 channel stereo becomes 5 channel stereo.
ADVANCED THEATER mode ( Dolby/ DTS mode)
Switch on the Dolby/DTS mode by pressing the 2/DTS button. When Dolby/DTS mode is ON, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and DTS, and signal processing is performed automatically corresponding to the input signal. Use this button to cycle through the various modes. When the STANDARD mode is selected, DSP modes are off.
Sound Modes DVD 5.1 ch./7.1 ch (5.1 ch for VSXD710S) input playback
If you want you can connect a component with 7.1 channel (5.1 channel for VSX-D710S) analog output to enjoy surround sound playback. In this case the surround sound will be externally decoded and then fed into the receiver.

2 Press MIDNIGHT.

Each press switches MIDNIGHT listening mode on or off. MEMO: The effect automatically adjusts according to the volume level.
DVD/LD MULTICONTROL RCV 5.1/7.1

Playing other Sources

To switch on DVD 7.1 ch (5.1 ch for VSXD710S) mode press the DVD/LD MULTI CONTROL button on the remote, then RCV, then 5.1/7.1 button. VSX-D710S only: On the main unit press the DVD 5.1CH button to switch on 5.1 ch mode. Press the 5.1/7.1 button on the remote to go back to the DVD/LD mode. If youre using the main unit, choose any other function with the MULTI JOG.
MEMO: When 5.1 ch/7.1 ch input is selected, Dolby mode, DSP mode, SIGNAL SELECT, ATT, DIRECT, TONE, MIDNIGHT mode, LOUDNESS and speakers B cannot be operated. When 5.1 ch/7.1 ch input is selected, only the volume level and channel levels can be set.

MIDNIGHT Listening Mode

When listening at low volume, surround effects tend to become less than satisfactory. Turn the MIDNIGHT listening mode on to enjoy the effects of quality surround sound even at low volumes. This mode allows you to hear effective surround sound of movies at low volume levels.
4 If necessary, press SIGNAL SELECT to select the input signal corresponding to the source component (see p.29). 5 Start playback of the component you selected in step 1.
The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you already know the exact frequency of the station you want to listen to, see Tuning Directly to a Station on this page. Once you are tuned to a station you can memorize the frequency for recall latersee Memorizing Stations on page 33 for more on how to do this.

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).

Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV Controls
Press to switch the DTV on or off. Press to switch the TV or CATV between STANDBY and ON. Press to switch the TV input. (Not possible with all models. If it doesn't work with the preset code, use the learning feature.) Select channels. Adjust the TV volume. Press to switch the DTV on or off. Move to lower numbered channels Choose the RED commands on a DTV menu. Use to move to higher numbered channels Use to choose the YELLOW commands on a DTV menu. Use as the GUIDE button for navigating Use to choose the GREEN commands on a DTV menu. Use to choose the BLUE commands on a DTV menu. Use to get INFO on the DTV program. Use to switch DTV audio tracks Use to select a specific TV channel. Use to add a decimal point when selecting a specific TV channel. Use to enter a channel. Select different menus from the DTV functions. Select the menu screen. Select or adjust and navigate items on the menu screen. ENTER : Use to bring up the DTV menus. Press to select or adjust and navigate items on the menu screen. For TV and cable TV use this button to immediately enter a new channel (CHANNEL ENTER function). For satellite TV use this button to exit the menu screen. DTV
Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV TV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV DTV DTV DTV DTV DTV DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV DTV DTV DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV Cable TV/Satellite TV/TV/DTV
TV FUNC. CHANNEL +/ TV VOL +/ SOURCE 7 Number Buttons +10 Button DISC Button MENU
@ # % & ENTER EFFECT +/
MEMO: The first four buttons for the VSX-D710S/D810S/D850S are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TVC button. Thus if you only have one TV to hook up to this system assign it to the TVC MULTI CONTROL button. If you have two TVs, assign the main TV to the TVC button. If you hook up your system this way, the first four TV controls will always be accessible.

Preset Code List

You can only set these codes for the buttons that assigned to the respective components. So, for example, the TV codes can only be set to the TV or TVC button.

MEMOREX 3001 MNET 3009, 3028 NOW 3041 OAK 3009 PACIFIC 3039 PANASONIC 3001, 3013 PARAGON 3001 PULSAR 3001 PVP STEREO VISUAL MATRIX 3002 PIONEER 3010, 3014, QUASAR 3001 RADIO SHACK 3007 REMBRANDT 3004 RUNCO 3001 SAMSUNG 3014, 3040 SATBOX 3024 SIGNAL 3007 SIGNATURE 3004 STS 3015 SALORA 3026 SCIENTIFIC 3003, 3032, 3049 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 3003, SEAWOO 3045 STARCOM 3002, 3007 STARGATE 3007 STARQUEST 3007 TAIHAN 3043 TELESERVICE 3022 TELE+TUDI 3023 TUSA 3007 TOCOM 3005 TONGKOOK 3042, 3048 TOSHIBA 3001 UNITED CABLE 3002 VIDEOWAY 3017 VISICABLE+ 3033 WESTMINSTER 3012 WOLSEY GENE 3037 ZENITH 3001, 3034

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. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. 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. The unit does not respond when the buttons are pressed. No sound is output when a function is selected. Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to pages 6 to 15). Press MUTING on the remote control. Adjust MASTER VOLUME. Press the MONITOR button. Press SPEAKERS to select the speakers you connected. No image is output when a function is selected. Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to pages 6 to 15). Press the correct function button. Considerable noise in radio broadcasts. Tune in the correct frequency. Connect the antenna (refer to page 11). Route 2 RF and digital 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 (refer to page 11). Adjust the direction and position for best reception. Connect an additional internal or external AM antenna (refer to page 11). Turn off the equipment causing the noise or move it away from the receiver. Place the antenna farther away from the equipment causing the noise. Broadcast stations cannot be selected automatically. Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to page 11). No sound from surround or center speakers. Refer to SPEAKERS setting mode on page 17 to check the speaker settings. Refer to Setting the volume level of each channel on page 21 to check the speaker levels. Connect the speakers (refer to page 12,13). Make sure that both A and B sets of speakers are not switched on at the same time (A+B setting). Sound is produced from other components, but not from LD or DVD player. Set SIGNAL SELECT to DIGITAL or ANALOG according to the type of connections made (refer to page 29). Set the digital input settings correctly (refer to pages 20-21). Make digital connections (refer to page 6-7) and set SIGNAL SELECT to DIGITAL (refer to page 29). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. No audio is output when software with DTS is played back. Make sure your DVD is digitally connected to this receiver (refer to page 6-7) and set the SIGNAL SELECT to DIGITAL. When a search is performed by a DTS compatible CD player during playback, noise is output. This is not a malfunction, but be sure to turn the volume down to prevent the output of loud noise from your speakers. Cannot be remote controlled. Replace the batteries (refer to page 4). Operate within 23 feet ( 7 m), 30 of the remote sensor on the front panel (refer to page 4). Remove the obstacle or operate from another position. Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light. The display is dark or off. Press FL DIMMER on the remote control repeatedly to return to the default.

PIONEER CORPORATION

PIONEER ELECTRONICS [USA] INC. P.O. BOX 1540, Long Beach, California 90801-1540, U.S.A. PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. 300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: 03/570.05.11 PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia, TEL: [03] 9586-6300 PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. San Lorenzo 1009 3er Piso Desp. 302 Col. Del Valle Mexico D.F. C.P. 03100

TEL: 5-688-52-90

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LISTENING

For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel Level 70 80

Example Quiet library, soft whispers Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE 180 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap Gunshot blast, jet plane Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan
Published by Pioneer Corporation. Copyright 2000 Pioneer Corporation. All rights reserved.

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ORDER NO.

RRV2459
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

VSX-D810S

VSX-D810S-G

SDPWXJI BXJI HLXJI

THIS MANUAL IS APPLICABLE TO THE FOLLOWING MODEL(S) AND TYPE(S).
Model VSX-D810S VSX-D810S-G

Power Requirement

AC110V/120-127V/220V/240V AC110V/120-127V/220V/240V AC220-230V
The voltage can be converted by the following method.
With the voltage selector With the voltage selector AC240V,
: Alter the wiring of the Power-supply block at the primary winding of Power-transformer referring to the "Line Voltage Selection" described

in this Manual.

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

Model No.

VSX-D810S/KUXJI

Order No.

RRV2431

Remarks

CONTENTS
1. CONTRAST OF MISCELLANEOUS PARTS. 2 2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM.. 6 3. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM. 10 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

VSX-D810S, VSX-D810S-G

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-D810S/SDPWXJI, VSX-D810S-G/BXJI, HLXJI and VSX-D810S/KUXJI are constructed the same except for the following :
Part No. Ref. No. Mark Symbol and Description
PCB ASSEMBLIES AMP&PS ASSY AMP&PRIMARY ASSY TRANS 1 ASSY VOLTAGE SELECT SW ASSY FM/AM TUNER MODULE NSP P6- 1 COMPLEX ASSY FRONT ASSY MECHA SW ASSY PACKING SECTION Warranty Card Operating Instructions (English) Operating Instructions (English/Chinese/Spanish) Packing Case Caution 220V Label AC Plug Adapter EXTERIOR SECTION Power Transformer (AC120V) Power Transformer (AC110V/120-127V/220V/240V) Power Transformer (AC220-230V) Fuse (FU1 : 10A) Fuse (FU1 : T6.3A) Fuse (FU1 : T3.15A) Fuse (FU701 : 10A) Cord Stopper/Cord Bush AC Power Cord Rear Panel Bonnet Case Screw (Both sides of Bonnet Case) Fuse (FU2, FU3 : T3.15A) Fuse Card Voltage Selector
VSX-D810S VSX-D810S VSX-D810S-G VSX-D810S-G Remarks /KUXJI /SDPWXJI /BXJI /HLXJI
XWK3023 XWZ3380 XWZ3390 Not used AXQ7231 XWK3010 XWZ3345 Not used XWK3025 XWZ3382 Not used XWZ3394 AXQ7228 XWK3012 XWZ3347 XWZ3358 XWK3025 XWZ3382 Not used XWZ3394 AXQ7228 XWK3012 XWZ3347 XWZ3358 XWK3024 XWZ3381 XWZ3390 Not used AXQ7228 XWK3013 XWZ3348 XWZ3358

NSP P5- 2 P5-12 NSP

P3- 2 P3- 5 P3- 5 P3-13
ARY7045 XRB3004 Not used XHD3147 Not used Not used
Not used Not used XRE3038 XHD3159 ARR1003 Not used
Not used Not used XRE3038 XHD3161 ARR1003 AKX7011
Not used Not used XRE3038 XHD3160 Not used Not used

Accessories

P5-15 P5-15 P5-15 P5-16 P5-16 P5-16 P5-18 P5-19 P5-20 P5-39 P5-40
XTS3044 Not used Not used REK1087 Not used Not used REK1087 CM-22C VDG1075
Not used XTS3049 Not used Not used REK1030 Not used Not used AEC7317 XDG3010
Not used Not used XTS3047 Not used Not used REK1027 Not used CM-22B VDG1076

XNC3077 XNC3088 XNC3088 XNC3089 XZN3112 XZN3112 XZN3114 XZN3114 FBT40P080FZK FBT40P080FZK FBT40P080FNI FBT40P080FNI Not used REK1027 REK1027 Not used No. 3 Not used XAX3218 XAX3218 AAX7493 No. 4 Not used AKX-507 AKX-507 Not used No. 5

Ref. No. Mark

Symbol and Description
FRONT PANEL SECTION Name Plate Select Knob Volume Knob Power Button Jog Button Door Button Display Panel Button Cover Cushion Front Panel
Part No. VSX-D810S VSX-D810S VSX-D810S-G VSX-D810S-G Remarks /KUXJI /SDPWXJI /BXJI /HLXJI
PAM1776 XAB3008 XAB3011 XAD3062 XAD3065 XAD3070 XAK3172 XAK3253 XED3001 XMB3033 XXG3068 XAK3173 XAK3175 XBA3001 Not used PAM1776 XAB3008 XAB3011 XAD3062 XAD3065 XAD3070 XAK3172 XAK3224 XED3001 XMB3041 XXG3068 XAK3173 XAK3175 XBA3001 AAD7442 PAM1779 XAB3009 XAB3012 XAD3063 XAD3066 XAD3071 XAK3186 XAK3225 XED3002 XMB3042 XXG3075 XAK3174 XAK3176 XBA3002 AAD7491 PAM1779 XAB3009 XAB3012 XAD3063 XAD3066 XAD3071 XAK3186 XAK3225 XED3002 XMB3042 XXG3075 XAK3174 XAK3176 XBA3002 AAD7491
P6- 9 P6-11 P6-12 P6-13 P6-15 P6-16 P6-18 P6-19 P6-20 P6-21 P6-26 P6-27 P6-28 P6-29 NSP
Door Assy Door Door Cover Screw Power Button M
Notes : The numbers in the remarks column correspond to the numbers on the EXPLODED VIEWS. For PCB ASSEMBLIES, Refer to CONTRAST OF PCB ASSEMBLIES, PCB PARTS LIST, 2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM and 3. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM.
EXPLODED VIEWS EXTERIOR SECTION

Rear Panel 5

Screw BBZ30P080FMC

AMP&PRIMARY ASSY

FRONT PANEL SECTION

6 FRONT PANEL 2

Screw PPZ30P080FMC
CONTRAST OF PCB ASSEMBLIES

C F AMP&PRIMARY ASSY

XWZ3382, XWZ3381 and XWZ3380 are constructed the same except for the following :
Mark Symbol and Description
IC52 PROTECTOR (315mA) Q701 Q702 D57, D751, D753, D757 D602, D604, D681, D682 T51 STANDBY TRANSFORMER C607, C608, C634, C657, C658, C684 C705, C706 C751, C752, C755, C761, C762, C771 C753, C754, C756, C763, C764, C772 C757C759, C765C768, C773 C769, C770 R51 (2.2M/ 1/2W) R701, R702 R703, R704 R707, R708 R711 H53H56 FUSE CLIP H701, H702 FUSE CLIP 51 AC SOCKET 1-P 52 3P CABLE HOLDER 701 7P CABLE HOLDER CN751, CN752 SPEAKER TERMINAL 8-P J11 JUMPER WIRED J12 JUMPER WIRED J13 JUMPER WIRED J44 3P JUMPER WIRED Y8 AWG14 BOARD IN Y701 AWG14 BOARD IN

Part No. XWZ3380

Not used 2SC4793 2SA1837 Not used MTZJ16A ATT7057 Not used CEHAT100M2A CFTYA104J50 Not used Not used Not used RCN1080 RD1/4PU562J RD1/4PU203J RD1/4PU184J RS2LMF392J Not used AKR7001 AKP1060 Not used XKP3047 AKE7058 Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used ADX7286

XWZ3382

AEK7003 2SC4793 2SA1837 1SS133 MTZJ8.2A ATT7038 Not used CEHAT100M2A CFTYA224J50 CFTYA224J50 Not used Not used Not used RD1/4PU682J RD1/4PU683J RD1/4PU104J RS2LMF332J AKR7001 Not used Not used 51048-0300 51048-0700 AKE7059 DB215NB0 DB815NB0 DB015NB0 D20PYY0325E ADX7284 Not used

XWZ3381

AEK7003 2SD1859X 2SB1238X 1SS133 MTZJ8.2A ATT7037 CCCSL101J50 CEAT100M2A CFTYA224J50 CFTYA224J50 CQMBA472J50 CKPUYB102K50 Not used RD1/4PU682J RD1/4PU683J RD1/4PU124J RS2LMF332J Not used Not used Not used 51048-0300 XKP3047 AKE7059 Not used Not used Not used D20PYY0325E ADX7284 Not used

N F FRONT ASSY

XWZ3347, XWZ3348 and XWZ3345 are constructed the same except for the following :

R428 R429

Part No. XWZ3345

Not used RS1/16S0R0J

XWZ3347

RS1/16S472J RS1/16S751J

XWZ3348

RS1/16S472J RS1/16S182J

U F FM/AM TUNER MODULE
AXQ7228 and AXQ7231 are constructed the same except for the following :
F203 AM CERAMIC FILTER C216, C217

Part No. AXQ7231

ATF7026 CKSRYB153K50

AXQ7228

ATF1155 CKSRYB123K50

PCB PARTS LIST

Mark No. Description Part No.

MECHA SW ASSY

S591 ASG7014

SWITCHES AND RELAYS

CAPACITORS

C591, C592 CKSQYF103Z50

OTHERS
CN591 3PJUMPER CONNECTOR 52151-0310
W F VOLTAGE SELECT SW ASSY

SWITCHES

S51 VOLTAGE SELECTOR AKX1033

2. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

2.1 AMP&PRIMARY ASSY (1/2)
HLXJI TYPE ONLY SDPWXJI,BXJI,HLXJI HLXJI ONLY HLXJI ONLY SDPWXJI, BXJI,HLXJI

G CN253

C 1/2F
Note : When ordering service parts, be sure to refer to "EXPLODED VIEWS and PARTS LIST" or "PCB PARTS LIST"

SDPWXJI BXJI HLXJI

AMP&PRIMARY ASSY C 1/2F (SDPWXJI, BXJI : XWZ3382)(HLXJI : XWZ3381)

J4J7, Y8

SDPWXJI,BXJI HLXJI

VSXD810S

HLXJI SDPWXJI,BXJI
CAUTION : FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE. REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE NO. 491.125 FOR IC701 AND IC702 MFD, BY LITTELFUSE INC. CAUTION : FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE. REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE NO. 491001 FOR IC603 MFD, BY LITTELFUSE INC.

M CN1575

M CN1576
NOTE FOR FUSE REPLACEMENT CAUTION - FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE. REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATINGS ONLY.
CAUTION : FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE. REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE NO. 491010 FOR IC604, IC605, IC606, AND IC607 MFD, BY LITTELFUSE INC.
2.2 AMP&PRIMARY (2/2), MECHA SW and VOLTAGE SELECT SW ASSYS

C 2/2F

(SDPWXJI, BXJI TYPE : XWZ3382) (HLXJI TYPE : XWZ3381)

SDPWXJI, BXJI ONLY

POWER TRANSFORMER VOLTAGE SELECT SW (AKX-507)

MECHA SW ASSY (XWZ3358)

REK1027 (T3.15A)
SDPWXJI, BXJI ONLY SDPWXJI, BXJI ONLY REK1027 (T3.15A)

HLXJI ONLY

J1, J2

VOLTAGE SELECT SW ASSY

(SDPWXJI, BXJI TYPE : XWZ3394)
SDPWXJI, BXJI : REK1030 (T6A) HLXJI : REK1027 (T3.15A) HLXJI ONLY LIVE
SDPWXJI, BXJI : ATT7038 HLXJI : ATT7037
NEUTRAL AC POWER CORD SDPWXJI, BXJI : XDG3010 HLXJI : VDG1076
CAUTION : FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE. REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE NO. 491.315 FOR IC52 MFD, BY LITTELFUSE INC.

C 2/2F V F W F

2.3 FRONT ASSY

FRONT ASSY

(SDPWXJI, BXJI : XWZ3347) (HLXJI : XWZ3348)

different parts

SDPWXJI, BXJI HLXJI
3. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM
3.1 MECHA SW, VOLTAGE SELECT SW and TRANS1 ASSYS
(SDPWXJI AND BXJI TYPES ONLY) C J12 J11 J13

V F MECHA SW ASSY

(XNP3032-B)

SIDE A

(XNP3033-B)

SIDE B

TRANS3 ASSY

TRANS4 ASSY

POWER TRANSFORMER

Line Voltage Selection

Line Voltage can be changed by the following modification: 1. Disconnect the AC power cord. 2. Remove the cover. 3. Change the connection wire from TRANS 1 ASSY to AMP&PRIMARY ASSY (Terminal No. J1) as follows. Voltage Terminal No. 220-230V J1 of TRANS 1 ASSY 240V 240V terminal of power transformer 4. Stick a line voltage label on the rear panel. Description Part No. 220V label AAX-193 240V label AAX-192