SX-315 Audio Multi-Channel Receiver
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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.
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
IMPORTANT
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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire
or shock hazard, do not place any container filed
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain
or moisture.
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WARNING
The voltage of the available power supply differs
according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel.
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Before plugging in for the first time, read the following
section carefully.
WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked
flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the
equipment.
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 ºC to +35 ºC (+41 ºF to +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light)
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Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel.
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IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp. Fuse is fitted in this plug. Shall the
fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
or the BSI mark
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose
the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse covers can be
obtained from your dealer.
If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for your socket outlet, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safety.
There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into 13 amp socket.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows ;
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
L or coloured RED.
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VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat
radiation (at least 60 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and
30 cm at each side).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product, and to protect it from overheating. To
prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be
blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers,
table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the
equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive
(73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives
(89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and
93/68/EEC).
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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make
sure it is properly disposed of after removal.
The equipment should be disconnected by removing
the mains plug from the wall socket when left
unused for a long period of time (for example, when
on vacation).
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CAUTION
The
STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all power from the AC outlet.
Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect
device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from
the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore,
make sure the unit has been installed so that the
power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC
outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard,
the power cord should also be unplugged from the
AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time
(for example, when on vacation).
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used
electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.
Private households in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to
designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).
For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential
negative effects on the environment and human health.
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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.
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This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which
requires repair will be charged for even during the
warranty period.
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60 cm
30 cm
30 cm
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Contents
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Contents
01 Before you start
Checking what's in the box
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Loading the batteries
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating range of remote control unit
. . . . . . . . . . . 5
Ventilation
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
02 Connecting up
Making cable connections
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting to a TV and DVD recorder or player
. . . . . 6
Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital
set-top box
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting a tape deck or VCR
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting antennas
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting the speakers
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Plugging in
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
03 Controls and displays
Front panel
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Display
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Remote control
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
04 Surround sound setup
Introduction to home theater
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Switching on
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Quick setup using the Room Setup
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting speaker distances
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting individual channel levels
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
05 Listening to your system
Selecting a source
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the Auto listening mode
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Listening in surround sound
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Listening in stereo
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using the Sound modes
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using the tone controls
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Listening through headphones
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Dynamic Range Control setting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Dual Mono setting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the sleep timer
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
06 Using the tuner
Listening to the radio
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Saving station presets
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Listening to station presets
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
07 Additional information
Troubleshooting
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Cleaning the unit
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Input attenuator setting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Resetting the receiver
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Specifications
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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Before you start
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Chapter 01:
Before you start
Checking what's in the box
Please check that you've received the following supplied
accessories:
· AM loop antenna
· FM wire antenna
· Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6) x2
· Remote control
· Warranty card
· These operating instructions
Loading the batteries
1
Open the battery compartment on the rear of the
remote control.
2
Insert the supplied batteries following the
markings inside the battery compartment to align
them correctly.
3
Replace the battery compartment cover.
Important
Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as
leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:
· Never use new and old batteries together.
· Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries
properly according to the marks in the battery case.
· Batteries with the same shape may have different
voltages. Do not use different batteries together.
· When disposing of used batteries, please comply
with governmental regulations or environmental
public instruction's rules that apply in your country or
area.
WARNING
· Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or
other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or
near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak,
overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the
life or performance of batteries.
Operating range of remote control
unit
The remote control may not work properly if:
· There are obstacles between the remote control and
the receiver's remote sensor.
· Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the
remote sensor.
· The receiver is located near a device that is emitting
infrared rays.
· The receiver is operated simultaneously with another
infrared remote control unit.
Ventilation
The receiver should be properly ventilated to prevent
overheating.
· Do not place anything directly on top of the receiver.
· Do not use the receiver on a thick carpet or other soft
surface.
30
30
7 m
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