Pioneer VSX-421: Before you start

Before you start

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Before you start

Checking what’s in the box

Please check that you’ve received the following supplied

accessories:

• Remote control

• AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system

operation) x2

• AM loop antenna

• FM wire antenna

•Power cord

• Warranty card

• Operating instructions (CD-ROM)

• These quick start guide

Loading the batteries

The batteries included with the unit are to check initial

operations; they may not last over a long period. We

recommend using alkaline batteries that have a longer life.

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Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other

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The Input Assign menu

excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a

(When using connections other than the recommended

heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat,

connections.)

explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or

Using the Audio Return Channel function

performance of batteries.

(When the connected TV supports the HDMI Audio

Return Channel function.)

Flow of settings on the receiver

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The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an

abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used easily

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Playing a source (page 15)

after following the procedure below to make the connections

• Listening in surround sound (page 15)

and settings.

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The colors of the steps indicate the following:

Required setting item (These items are included in this

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Adjusting the sound as desired

Quick Start Guide.)

• Using the Sound Retriever

• Better sound using Phase Control

• Using surround back channel processing

Setting to be made as necessary (These items are

• Setting the Up Mix function

explained in the “Operating Instructions” provided on

the included CD-ROM.)

• Setting the Audio options

• The Speaker Setup menu

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Connecting the speakers

• Placing the speakers (page 7)

• Connecting the speakers (page 8)

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Connecting the components

• About video outputs connection (page 10)

• Connecting a TV and playback components (page 11)

• Connecting antennas (page 13)

• Plugging in the receiver (page 14)

• Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as

leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:

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Never use new and old batteries together.

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Power On

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Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly

• Canceling the demo display (page 14)

according to the marks in the battery case.

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Batteries with the same shape may have different

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voltages. Do not use different batteries together.

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When disposing of used batteries, please comply with

governmental regulations or environmental public

instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.