Pioneer Elite VSX-94/92TX owner's manual

WARNING

– TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

– THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THIS EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED IN THE REAR.PLEASE WRITE THIS SERIAL NUMBER ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD ANDKEEP IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY.

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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ina residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled 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 doescause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand 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.

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Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operatethe equipment.

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CAUTION:

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect theunit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios andtelevisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

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CAUTION

– TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSIONCORD.RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENTBLADE EXPOSURE.

ATTENTION

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POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UNPROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT, OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LESLAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.

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For U.S. and Australia Model

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) Thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVERModel Number: VSX-94TXH, VSX-92TXHResponsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC.Address: 1925 E. DOMINGUEZ ST. LONG BEACH, CA 90801-1760, U.S.A.Phone: 1-800-421-1404

CAUTION

The

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STANDBY/ON

switch on this unit will notcompletely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since thepower cord serves as the main disconnect device for theunit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shutdown all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has beeninstalled so that the power cord can be easily unpluggedfrom the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid firehazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from theAC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (forexample, when on vacation).

READ INSTRUCTIONS

— All the safety andoperating instructions should be read before theproduct is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

— The safety andoperating instructions should be retained forfuture reference.

HEED WARNINGS

— All warnings on the productand in the operating instructions should beadhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

— All operating and useinstructions should be followed.

CLEANING

— The product should be cleaned onlywith a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Neverclean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticidesor other volatile liquids since they may corrodethe cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS

— Do not use attachments notrecommended by the product manufacturer asthey may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE

— Do not use thisproduct near water — for example, near abathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundrytub; in a wet basement; or near a swimmingpool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES

— Do not place this product on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to achild or adult, and serious damage to theproduct. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table recommended by themanufacturer, or sold with the product. Anymounting of the product should follow themanufacturer’s instructions, and should use amounting accessory recommended by themanufacturer.

CART

— A product and cart combination should bemoved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,and uneven surfaces may cause the productand cart combination to overturn.

VENTILATION

— Slots and openings in the cabinetare provided for ventilation and to ensurereliable operation of the product and to protectit from overheating, and these openings mustnot be blocked or covered. The openings shouldnever be blocked by placing the product on abed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Thisproduct should not be placed in a built-ininstallation such as a bookcase or rack unlessproper ventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have been adheredto.

POWER SOURCES

— This product should beoperated only from the type of power sourceindicated on the marking label. If you are notsure of the type of power supply to your home,consult your product dealer or local powercompany.

LOCATION

– The appliance should be installed in astable location.

NONUSE PERIODS

– The power cord of theappliance should be unplugged from the outletwhen left un-used for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

• If this product is equipped with a polarizedalternating current line plug (a plug having oneblade wider than the other), it will fit into theoutlet only one way. This is a safety feature. Ifyou are unable to insert the plug fully into theoutlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug shouldstill fail to fit, contact your electrician to replaceyour obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safetypurpose of the polarized plug.• If this product is equipped with a three-wiregrounding type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin, it will only fit into a groundingtype power outlet. This is a safety feature. If youare unable to insert the plug into the outlet,contact your electrician to replace your obsoleteoutlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of thegrounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION

— Power-supplycords should be routed so that they are not likelyto be walked on or pinched by items placedupon or against them, paying particularattention to cords at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit fromthe product.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

— If anoutside antenna or cable system is connected tothe product, be sure the antenna or cablesystem is grounded so as to provide someprotection against voltage surges and built-upstatic charges. Article 810 of the NationalElectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, providesinformation with regard to proper grounding ofthe mast and supporting structure, grounding ofthe lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,size of grounding conductors, location ofantenna-discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes, and requirements for thegrounding electrode. See Figure A.

LIGHTNING

— For added protection for thisproduct during a lightning storm, or when it isleft unattended and unused for long periods oftime, unplug it from the wall outlet anddisconnect the antenna or cable system. Thiswill prevent damage to the product due tolightning and power-line surges.

POWER LINES

— An outside antenna systemshould not be located in the vicinity of overheadpower lines or other electric light or powercircuits, or where it can fall into such powerlines or circuits. When installing an outsideantenna system, extreme care should be takento keep from touching such power lines orcircuits as contact with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING

— Do not overload wall outlets,extension cords, or integral conveniencereceptacles as this can result in a risk of fire orelectric shock.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

— Never pushobjects of any kind into this product throughopenings as they may touch dangerous voltagepoints or short-out parts that could result in afire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of anykind on the product.

SERVICING

— Do not attempt to service thisproduct yourself as opening or removing coversmay expose you to dangerous voltage or otherhazards. Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

— Unplug thisproduct from the wall outlet and refer servicingto qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions:• When the power-supply cord or plug isdamaged.• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have falleninto the product.• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.• If the product does not operate normally byfollowing the operating instructions. Adjust onlythose controls that are covered by the operatinginstructions as an improper adjustment of othercontrols may result in damage and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualified technicianto restore the product to its normal operation.• If the product has been dropped or damaged inany way.• When the product exhibits a distinct change inperformance — this indicates a need for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

— When replacement partsare required, be sure the service technician hasused replacement parts specified by themanufacturer or have the same characteristicsas the original part. Unauthorized substitutionsmay result in fire, electric shock, or otherhazards.

SAFETY CHECK

— Upon completion of any serviceor repairs to this product, ask the servicetechnician to perform safety checks todetermine that the product is in properoperating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

— The productshould not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

HEAT

— The product should be situated away fromheat sources such as radiators, heat registers,stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)that produce heat.GROUNDCLAMPELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENTANTENNALEAD INWIREANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with arrowhead, withinan equilateral triangle, is intended to alertthe user to the presence of uninsulated"dangerous voltage" within the product'senclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitude to constitute a risk of electricshock to persons.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIEDSERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN

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IMPORTANT