Pioneer SC-35, SC-37 Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

audio/video multi-channel receiver

SC-

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 filled 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

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully.

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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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); 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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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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Caution

To prevent fire hazard, the Class 2 Wiring Cable should be used for connection with speaker, and should be routed away from hazards to avoid damage to the insulation of the cable.

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Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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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 20 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 20 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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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).

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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.

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Information to User

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

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CAUTION

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

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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) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: SC-37 / SC -35 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. SERVICE SUPPORT DIVISION Address: 1925 E. DOMINGUEZ ST. LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1003, U.S.A. Phone: 1-800-421-1404 URL: http://www.pioneerelectronics.com

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER OF THIS EQUIPMENT ARE ON THE REAR OR BOTTOM. RECORD THESE NUMBERS ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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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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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Caution

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

SC-37 only

The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands

Get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level – a level that lets the sound come through clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound, so what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:

• Set your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it

comfortably and clearly, without distortion.

• Once you have established a comfortable sound

level, set the dial and leave it there.

BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:

• Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t

hear what’s around you.

• Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in

potentially hazardous situations.

• Do not use headphones while operating a motorized

vehicle; the use of headphones may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

01 Before you start

Our philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Checking what’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operating range of remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Flow for operating the receiver with RF two-way

communications (SC-37 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

02 Controls and displays

Remote control (In case of SC-37) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Remote control display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

RF adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Remote control (In case of SC-35) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

03 Connecting your equipment

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting the RF adapter (SC-37 only). . . . . . . . . . . 21

Determining the speakers’ application . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Other speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Placing the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

THX speaker system setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Some tips for improving sound quality . . . . . . . . . . 23

Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Installing your speaker system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Standard surround connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Bi-amping your speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Bi-wiring your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Selecting the Speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Front height setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Front wi

de setup

Speaker B setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Bi-Amping setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ZONE 2 setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

About the audio connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

About the video converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

About HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Connecting your TV and playback components . . . . . 29

Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI

output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input . . . . . . . . . 31

Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder

and other video sources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other

set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Connecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . . . . . 34

Connecting other audio components. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

About the WMA9 Pr

Connect

ing additional amplifiers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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o decoder.

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Connecting AM/FM antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Connecting external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

MULTI-ZONE setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Making MULTI-ZONE connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Connecting to the network through LAN interface . . . 38

Connecting Optional Bluetooth® ADAPTER . . . . . . . 39

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the

front panel input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Connecting an XM Radio tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Connecting a SiriusConnect™ tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Connecting an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Connecting a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Connecting a USB device for Advanced MCACC

output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Connecting an IR receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Operating other Pioneer components with this

unit’s sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt

trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Plugging in the receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

04 Basic Setup

Changing the OSD display language

(OSD Language) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning

(Full Auto MCACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup . . . . 45

The Input Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Input function default and possible settings . . . . . . 46

05 Basic playback

Playing a source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Playing a source with HDMI connection . . . . . . . . . 47

Selecting the multichannel analog inp uts . . . . . . . . 47

Playing an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Playing back audio files stored on an iPod . . . . . . . 48

Playing a USB device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory

device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory

device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

About playable file formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Improving FM sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Using the noise cut mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Using Neural Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Tuning directly to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Saving station presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Naming station presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Listening to Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Listening to XM Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using XM HD Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Saving channel presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Using the XM Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Listening to SIRIUS Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Saving channel presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Using the SIRIUS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Listening to Internet radio stations

(SC-35 only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Programming the Internet radio stations . . . . . . . . . 56

Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Wireless music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth

wireless technology device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Listening to music contents of a Bluetooth wireless

technology device with your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

06 Listening to your system

Auto playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Listening in surround sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Standard surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Using the Home THX modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Using Front Stage Surround Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Using Stream Direct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Selecting MCACC presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Choosing the input signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Better sound using Phase Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band

Phase Control (SC-37 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

07 Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs (SC-37 only)

Enjoying the Home Media Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Features of Home Media Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Authorizing this receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Playback with Home Media Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Playing back audio files stored on components on

the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Listening to Internet radio stations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Listening to Rhapsody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Listening to Sirius Internet Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Listening to Neural Music Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Playing back your favorite songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Advanced operations for Internet radio. . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Saving Internet radio stations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Retrieving saved Internet radio stations . . . . . . . . . . 67

Checking about the Accounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

About network playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Windows Media Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Windows Media DRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

DLNA . .

About playback behavior over a network . . . . . . . . . 69

Software update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

About playable file formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

ntent playable over a network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

08 Control with HDMI function

Making Control with HDMI connections. . . . . . . . . . . 72

HDMI Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Before using synchronization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

About synchronized operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

About connections with a product of a different brand

that supports the Control with HDMI function . . . . . 74

Setting the PQLS function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Cautions on the Control with HDMI function . . . . . . . 75

09 Using other functions

Setting the Audio options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Setting the Video options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Switching the speaker terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Using the MULTI-ZONE controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Making an audio or a video recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Reducing the level of an analog signal . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Using the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Dimming the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Switching the HDMI output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Using the Web Control function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Checking your system settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Resetting the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Default system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

10 Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

About the Remote Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Operating multiple receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Setting the remote to control other components . . . . 84

Selecting preset codes directly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Programming signals from other remote controls . . . 85 Erasing one of the remote control button settings . . . 85 Resetting the input assignment of one of the input

function buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Resetting the remote control settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Confirming preset codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Renaming input function names manually. . . . . . . . . 86

Direct function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Multi Operation and System Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown

sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Using multi o

Using System off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Controlling components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Using the RF communications function . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Pairing the RF adapter and remote control . . . . . . . 92

Operating this receiver by RF communications . . . . . 92

Operating other components by RF

communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Renaming input function names in synchrony with

the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Setting the remote control operation mode . . . . . . . . 94

Precautions when using the Omni-Directional

RF Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Precautions regarding wavelength. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Usable range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Signal reflection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

For safe use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

peratio

ns.

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10 Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-35)

About the Remote Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Operating multiple receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Setting the remote to control other components . . . . 97

Selecting preset codes directly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Programming signals from other remote controls . . . 97 Erasing one of the remote control button settings . . . 98 Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input

function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Direct function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Setting the backlight mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Multi operation and System off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Programming a Multi operation or a shutdown

sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Using multi operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Using System off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Erasing the settings fo

Resetting the remote control settings . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Default preset codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Controlling components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

r t

he multi-operation. .

. . . . 100

12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus

Making receiver settings from the System Setup

menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Speaker system setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Speaker Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

X-Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

THX Audio Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Network Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

IP address/Proxy setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Checking the MAC address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Network Standby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

The Other Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Volume Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Remote Control Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Flicker Reduction Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

RF Remote Setup (SC-37 only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

EXTENSION Setup (SC-35 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Multi Channel Input Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

11 The Advanced MCACC menu

Making receiver settings from the Advanced

MCACC menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Automatic MCACC (Expert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Manual MCACC setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Fine Speaker Distance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Standing Wave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional . . . . . . . . . . 108

Precision Distance (SC-37 only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Checking MCACC Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Speaker Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Standing Wave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Acoustic Cal EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Group Delay (SC-37 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Output MCACC data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Data Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Renaming MCACC presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Copying MCACC preset data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Clearing MCACC presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

13 Additional information

Speaker Setting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Positional relationship between speakers and

monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

No sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Other audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

ADAPTER PORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Professional Calibration EQ graphical output . . . . 127

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Web Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Important information regarding the HDMI

connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

USB interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Internet radio (SC-35 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

XM radio messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

SIRIUS radio messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

HOME MEDIA GALLERY (SC-37 only) . . . . . . . . . . 133

rroun

d sound format

Dolby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Windows Media Audio 9 Professional . . . . . . . . . . 135

About THX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

About iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

About SIRIUS and XM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

About FLAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

FLAC Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with

different input signal formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Preset code list (SC-35 only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Flow of settings on the receiver

The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used easily after following the procedure below to make the connections and settings.

The colors of the steps indicate the following:

Required setting item

Setting to be made as necessary

1 Before you start

• Checking what’s in the box (page 10)

• Loading the batteries (page 10)



Determining the speakers’ application (page

22)

• 7.1 channel surround system (Front height)

• 7.1 channel surround system (Front wide)

• 7.1 channel surround system & Speaker B connection

• 5.1 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)

• 5.1 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)



3 Connecting the speakers

• Placing the speakers (page 23)

• Connecting the speakers (page 24)

• Installing your speaker system (page 25)

• Bi-amping your speakers (page 26)



4 Connecting the components

• About the audio connection (page 27)

• About the video converter (page 27)

• Connecting your TV and playback components (page 29)

• Connecting AM/FM antennas (page 36)

• Plugging in the receiver (page 42)



5Power On



6 Changing the OSD display language (OSD

Language) (page 43)



7 MCACC speaker settings

• Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) (page 43)



8 The Input Setup menu (page 45)

(When using connections other than the recommended connections)



9 Basic playback (page 47)



10 Switching the HDMI output (page 81)



11 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired

• Using the various listening modes

• Better sound using Phase Control (page 62)

• Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control (SC-37 only) (page 63)

• Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 104)

• Changing the channel level while listening (Tip on page 116)

• Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Sound retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 76)

• Setting the PQLS function (page 75)

• Setting the Audio options (Tone, Loudness or Sound delay, etc.) (page 76)

• Setting the Video options (page 78)



12 Other optional adjustments and settings

• Control with HDMI function (page 72)

• The Advanced MCACC menu (page 104)

• The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page

114)



13 Making maximum use of the remote control

SC-37:

• Operating multiple receivers (page 84)

• Setting the remote to control other components (page 84)

• Using the RF communications function (page 91)

SC-35:

• Operating multiple receivers (page 96)

• Setting the remote to control other components (page 97)

Before you start

Note

Chapter 1:

Before you start

Our philosophy

Pioneer is dedicated to making your home theater listening experience as close as possible to the vision of the moviemakers and mastering engineer when they created the original soundtrack. We do this by focusing on three important steps:

1 Achieving the highest possible sound quality

2 Allowing for customized acoustic calibration according to any listening area

3 Fine-tuning the receiver with the help of worldclass studio engineers

* With the cooperation of AIR Studios, this receiver has

been designated AIR Studios Monitor:

Features

• Direct Energy HD Amplifier

Through a collaboration, Pioneer and ICEpower have jointly development a unique class D amplifier called a “Direct Energy HD (High Fidelity Class D) amplifier”. This new generation reference amplifier offers outstanding performance with high sound quality and reproduces the latest in multi-channel digital contents.

• HDMI (Ver.1.4a with 3D, Audio Return Channel)

A compatible component is required to use the above function.

• Remote operation on an iPhone/iPod touch

Operation via LAN is possible from an iPhone or iPod touch by downloading a Pioneer original application (iControlAV) from the iTunes Store.

• iPhone/iPod playback

Your iPhone or iPod can be connected to the receiver’s USB terminal to play the music/video files on the iPhone/ iPod.

•PQLS

Jitterless high quality playback is possible by connecting a PQLS-compatible player with HDMI connections.

• Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible

Adding a pair of speakers above the front left and right speakers adds expressiveness in the vertical direction to the previous horizontally-oriented sound field. The height channel strengthens the sound field’s sense of threedimensionality and air, producing presence and expansion.

• Internet Radio

By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations.

• HOME MEDIA GALLERY

This receiver can play back contents stored on your computer when your computer is connected to the LAN terminal of this receiver.

• XM and SIRIUS Ready

With the XM and SIRIUS Radio terminals, you’ll be up and running in no time.

•

Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. ASBT100)

Bluetooth wireless technology device wirelessly.

• Sound Retriever and Sound Retriever Air

The Sound Retriever feature employs DSP technology to restore sound pressure and smooth jagged artifacts left over after compression. Sound Retriever Air compensates for reduced sound quality due to compression when sending Bluetooth signals.

• Easy setup using Advanced MCACC

The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but accurate surround sound setup, which includes the advanced features of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ.

• Web control

The receiver can be operated using a browser from a computer connected on the same LAN as the receiver.

• RF two-way communications function

Using the CU-RF1004, the information shown of the receiver’s display can be displayed on the remote control in your hands and you can operate the remote control without worrying about obstacles or the direction in which the remote control is pointing.

Bluetooth

compatible

lets you enjoy music files on an iPhone or other

1 The PQLS functions supported for the different models are as shown below.

SC-37: PQLS Bit-stream/PQLS Multi Surround/PQLS 2ch Audio. SC-35: PQLS Multi Surround/PQLS 2ch Audio.

2 Home Media Gallery is only supported on the SC-37. 3 The AS-BT100 is sold separately. 4 The CU-RF100 is included with the SC-37, sold separately with the SC-35.

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box

Please check that you’ve received the following supplied accessories:

In case of SC-37

•Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.))

•Omni-directional remote control (CU-RF100)

•RF adapter

•IR blaster cable x2

• AA/LR6 dry cell batteries x4

•AM loop antenna

•FM wire antenna

• iPod cable

•Power cord

•Warranty card

•These operating instructions

In case of SC-35

•Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.))

• Remote control unit

• AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2

•AM loop antenna

•FM wire antenna

• iPod cable

•Power cord

•Warranty card

•These ope

rating i

nstructio

Installing the receiver

• When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface.

Don’t install it on the following places: – on a color TV (the screen may distort) – near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound. – in direct sunlight – in damp or wet areas – in extremely hot or cold areas – in places where there is vibration or other movement – in places that are very dusty – in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen)

• Do not touch this receiver’s bottom panel while the

power is on or just after it is turned off. The bottom panel becomes hot when the power is on (or right after it is turned off) and could cause burns.

Loading the batteries

In case of SC-37

In case of SC-35

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.

CAUTION

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 rul 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.

s that apply in your country or

Before you start

Note

7 m (23 ft.)

30°

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.

Tip

• By connecting an RF adapter to the RS-232C and CURF100 terminals (SC-37) / EXTENSION terminals (SC-

35), the CU-RF100 omni-directional remote control can be used for RF two-way communications with the

receiver. information of the receiver’s display can be displayed on the remote control in your hands and the remote control can be operated without worrying about obstacles or the direction in which the remote control

is pointing. receiver with RF two-way communications (SC-37 only) below.

With RF two-way communications, the

For details, see Flow for operating the

Flow for operating the receiver with RF two-way communications

(SC-37 only)

This remote control unit is set for operations using infrared signals upon shipment from the factory. To set it for RF operations, take the steps below.

Connecting the RF adapter to the RS-232C and CU-

RF100 terminals.

• Connecting the RF adapter (SC-37 only) on page 21



Setting the ‘

• RF Remote Setup (SC-37 only) on page 120

Pairing the RF adapter and remote control.

• Pairing the RF adapter and remote control on page 92

Setting ‘RECEIVER MAIN’ to ‘ remote control unit’s ‘

• Operating this receiver by RF communications on

page 92

RF Remote Setup



IR/RF SELECT

’ to ‘ON’.

RF MODE

’ setting.

’ for the

1 The RF adapter and CU-RF100 omni-directional remote control are included with the SC-37, sold separately with the SC-35. 2 The maximum line-of-sight distance for RF two-way communications is about 10 meters. This line-of-sight communications distance is a rough

indication, and may differ according to the surrounding environment.

Controls and displays

Chapter 2:

Controls and displays

The remote has been conveniently color-coded according

Remote control (In case of SC-37)

This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver.

MAIN

RECEIVER SOURCE

ZONE2

3 MULTI

OPERATION

BDR

DVD

NET RADIO

HMG

OPTION

TUNER

MULTI CH

VIDEO

INPUT SELECT LIGHT

SOURCE

RECEIVER

VOL

TUNE

TOOLS

ENTER

TUNE

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

STANDARD ADV SURR

STEREO

DIMMER

SBch MCACC

HDMI OUT

CLASS

ENTER

HDMIDVR

ADAPTER

CD-R

VOL

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

T.EDIT GUIDE

RETURN

INFO

DISP

2 3

USB

iPod

PHONO

AUX

TV CONTROL

INPUT MUTE

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU

BAND

PRESET PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

STATUS

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

PGM MENU

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

A.ATT

D.ACCESS

CLR

to component control using the following system:

• White – Receiver control, TV control

• Blue – Other controls (See page 48, 49, 52, 57 and 88.)

1 MULTI-ZONE operation selector switch

Switch to perform operations in the main zone, ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 (page 80).

 RECEIVER

This switches between standby and on for this receiver.

MULTI OPERATION

Use this button to perform multi operations (page 99).

4 Input function buttons

Press to select control of other components (page 83). With these models, the Sirius input is selected with the OPTION 1 button, the XM input with the OPTION 2 button. Also, there is no AUX input on this receiver, so the AUX button cannot be used.

INPUT SELECT

Use to select the input function (page 47).

6 Character display

This display shows information when transmitting control signals. The remote screen’s display differs when operating the receiver by sending infrared signals from the remote control and when operating it by RF two-way communications. For details, see Remote control display on page 13.

TV CONTROL

These buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV operation selector switch.

8 Receiver setting buttons

Set the remote control operation selector switch to

RECEIVER first to access:

AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the Audio

options (page 76). VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the Video

options (page 78). HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu

(pages 43, 45, 73, 104, 114 and 117). RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the current

menu screen.

////ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 104) and the Audio or Video options (page 76 or 78).

buttons

Controls and displays

Note

MAIN

10 Receiver Control buttons

Set the remote control operation selector switch to

RECEIVER first to access:

STATUS – Press to check selected receiver settings

(page 81). PHASE CTRL – Press to switch on/off Phase Control

or Full Band Phase Control (page 63). CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a channel,

then use / to adjust the level (page 116). THX – Press to select a Home THX listening mode

(page 60).

PQLS – Press to select the PQLS setting (page 75). AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Switches between Auto

Surround (page 59), Auto Level Control, Optimum Surround mode and Stream Direct mode (page 62).

STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 61).

STANDARD – Press for St switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 59).

ADV SURR – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 61).

SIGNAL SEL – Use to sele ct an input signal (page 62). SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and

select the amount of time before sleep (page 81).

DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display (page 81). A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog

input signal to prevent distortion (page 80).

SBch – With this receiver, SBch cannot be used. MCACC – Press to switch between MCACC presets

(page 62). HDMI OUT – Switch the HDMI output terminal

(page 81).

LIGHT

Press to turn on/off the illumination for the buttons.

12 Remote control operation selector switch

Set to RECEIVER to operate the receiver, TV or SOURCE to operate the TV or the source device.

When this switch is set to RECEIVER, the receiver can be controlled (used to select the white commands). Also use this switch to set up surround sound.

dard decoding and to

VOL +/–

Use to set the listening volume.

MUTE

Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound).

Remote control display

Remote control display for infrared signal transmission (default)

1 2 3 4

MAIN SOURCEIR

iPod/USB

Remote control display for RF two-way communications

1 2 3 4

MAIN

RCV CTRLRF

AV RECEIVER

VIDEO

+12.

0dB

1. Adv MCACC

1 Remote control operating zone indicator

This indicates which zone the remote control is currently set to operate. The display indicates the setting of the MULTI-ZONE operation selector switch.

Only when RF two-way communications:

The box display here indicates the communication status between this remote control unit and the receiver.

(White box with black letters): Two-way communications are established and the receiver’s power is on.

10 11 12

1Press and hold in the LIGHT button for 5 seconds to change the illumination mode 1 or 2. When set to LIGHT MODE 2 (default), the

illumination only lights when the remote control LIGHT button is pressed. When switched to LIGHT MODE 1, the illumination lights whenever buttons are operated. Setting LIGHT MODE 1 will shorten the service life of the batteries.

2 The display lights when a remote control operation is performed, then turns off after 20 seconds if no other operation is performed. When in

the Remote Setup mode, the setup is canceled and the display turns off if no operation is performed for 1 minute (page 83).

3 • This is displayed when an RF adapter is connected to the receiver and paired with the remote control. For details, see Using the RF

communications function on page 91.

• Depending on the communications environment, two-way communications may not work well and the remote control display may not reflect the receiver’s status.

MAIN

Controls and displays

(Gray box with black letters): Two-way communications are established and the receiver’s power is off.

(White letters only): Two-way communications are not working well. In this case, the area indicating the receiver’s status (12) is not displayed.

2 Remote control code sending indicator

This appears when signals are sent from the remote control.

3 Remote control code sending mode indicator

This indicates whether remote control codes are being sent by infrared (IR) signal or RF communications.

4 Remote control operation indicator

This indicates which operation mode the remote control is currently set to. The display indicates the setting of the remote control operation selector switch.

5 Input function and sending code indicator

This indicates what input function can currently be operated with the remote control. Also, when a button is pressed and its operation code is sent, the name of that code is displayed.

6 Area indicating the remote control's status

7 Nothing displayed

Nothing is displayed here when the remote control code sending mode is set to IR.

8 Scroll indicators

Light when there are more selectable items when making the various settings.

9 Receiver input indicator

This indicates the input function currently selected for the receiver’s zone.

10 Receiver display

The same information as on the receiver’s display is displayed here.

11 Master volume display

This indicates the volume of the receiver’s main zone using, as an icon and in decibels (dB). When the sound

is muted, the icon is displayed.

12 Area indicating the receiver’s status

RF adapter

Front

Rear

1LED

2 SETTING

Use to pairing the RF adapter and remote control (page 91).

3 IR blaster terminals

Connect the IR blaster cable (page 92).

Remote control (In case of SC-35)

RECEIVER

ZONE 2 ZONE 3 LIGHT

AUTO

ALC /

DIRECT

D.ACCESS

CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER

SIGNAL SEL

MCACC SLEEP

HDMI OUT

DTV MPX PQLS

PHASE

CTRL STATUSTHX

PGM

STEREO

iPod CTRL

HOME MENU

TUNE

TOOLS

LIST

TV CONTROL

INPUT

SELECT TV CTRL

iPod

USB TUNER SIRIUS XM

ADAPTERNET RADIO

CDTV

BD DVD

R.SETUP

SOURCERECEIVER

MULTI OPERATION

DVR/BDR HDMI

RECEIVER

MUTE

MASTER

VOLUME

VOL

PRESET

TOP MENU

BAND GUIDE

T.EDIT

VIDEO

PARAMETER

AUDIO

PARAMETER

ENTER

PRESET

RETURN

CATEGORY

MEMORY

STANDARD

ADV SURR

AUDIO

INFO

CLASS

ENTER

DISP

HDD DVD

546

213

/ CLR

1 2

RECEIVER

This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver.

The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system:

Controls and displays

• White – Receiver control, TV control

• Blue – Other controls (See page 48, 49, 52, 53, 57 and

101.)

1  RECEIVER

This switches between standby and on for this receiver.

MULTI OPERATION – Use to perform multi

operations (page 99).

R.SETUP – Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 83).

3 Input function buttons

Press to select control of other components (page 83). Use INPUT SELECT to select the input function (page 47).

TV CTRL

Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer when controlling the TV (page 97).

TV CONTROL

buttons

These buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV CTRL button.

6 Receiver setting buttons

Press first to access:

AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the Audio options (page 76).

VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the Video options (page 78).

HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 43, 45, 73, 104, 114 and 117).

RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.

////ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 104) and the Audio or Video options (page 76 or 78).

8 Receiver Control buttons

Press first to access:

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Surround

(page 59)

Stream Direct mode

Switches between Auto

, Auto Level Control mode and

(page 62).

STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 61).

STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 59).

ADV SURR – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 61).

THX – Press to select a Home THX listening mode (page 60).

PHASE CTRL – Press to switch on/off Phase Control (page 62).

STATUS – Press to check selected receiver settings (page 81).

PQLS – Press to select the PQLS setting (page 75).

Controls and displays

HDMI OUT – Switch the HDMI output terminal (page 81).

SIGNAL SEL – Use to select an input signal (page 62). MCACC – Press to switch between MCACC presets

(page 62). SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and

select the amount of time before sleep (page 81). CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a channel,

then use / to adjust the level (page 116). A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog

input signal to prevent distortion (page 80).

DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display (page 81).

MULTI-ZONE

select buttons

Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 (page 80).

10 Remote control LED

Lights when a command is sent from the remote control.

Display

21 3 854 9107 11 12 13

AUTO

PCM

HDMI

DIGITAL

ANALOG

AUTO SURROUND STREAM DIRECT

PROLOGIC x THX ADV.SURROUND STEREO STANDARD SP AB

L C R SL SR XL XR

LFE

Neo:6

SLEEP

DIGITAL PLUS

TrueHD WMA9Pro

DTS HD ES 96/24

MSTR

CD-R

DSD PCM MULTI-ZONE S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX

TUNER PHONO

SIRIUS

iPod

RECEIVER

Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands).

Switch to perform operations in the main zone.

Also use this button to set up surround sound.

MASTER VOLUME +/–

Use to set the listening volume.

MUTE

Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound).

Press to turn on/off the illumination for the buttons. The way the buttons light can be selected from four modes (page 99).

FULL BAND

PQLS

DVD

DVR

1918 2015 16 17

ALC

OVER

ATT

VIDEO

HDMI

TUNED STEREO MONO

HMG

[ 2 ]

USB XM

[ 3 ]

[ 4 ]

SIGNAL

indicators

Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 62).

2 Program format indicators

Light to indicate the channels to which digital signals are being input.

L/R – Left front/Right front channel C – Center channel SL/SR – Left surround/Right surround channel LFE – Low frequency effects channel (the (( )) indicators light

when an LFE signal is being input)

XL/XR – Two channels other than the ones above XC – Either one channel other than the ones above, the mono

surround channel or matrix encode flag

3 Digital format indicators

Light when a signal encoded in the corresponding format is detected.

2 DIGITAL – Lights with Dolby Digital decoding. 2 DIGITAL PLUS – Lights with Dolby Digital Plus

decoding.

2 TrueHD – Lights with Dolby TrueHD decoding.

DTS – Lights with DTS decoding. DTS HD – Lights with DTS-HD decoding. 96/24 – Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding. WMA9 Pro – Lights to indicate that a WMA9 Pro

signal is being decoded. DSD PCM – Light during DSD (Direct Stream Digital) to PCM conversion with SACDs.

PCM – Lights during playback of PCM signals. MSTR – Lights during playback of DTS-HD Master

Audio signals.

MULTI-ZONE

Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 79).

FULL BAND

SC-37 only: Lights when the Full Band Phase Control is switched on (page

6 Listening mode indicators

AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 59).

ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 62).

Controls and displays

Note

STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 62).

ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 61).

STEREO – Lights when stereo listening is switched on (page 61).

STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 59).

THX – Lights when one of the Home THX modes is selected (page 60).

7 (

8 Analog signal indicators

9 Tuner indicators

Lights when any of the Midnight, Loudness or tone controls features is selected (page 76).

Lights when Dialog Enhancement is switched on.

Lights when the sound is muted (page 16).

12 Master volume level

Shows the overall volume level. “---” indicates the minimum level, and “+12dB” indicates the maximum level.

13 Input function indicators

Light to indicate the input function you have selected. (HMG only lights for the SC-37.)

14 Scroll indicators

Light when there are more selectable items when making the various settings.

15 Speaker indicators

Lights to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B (page 79).

Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 81).

PHASE CONTROL

Lights when the Phase Control or Full Band Phase

Control

Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog signal (page 80).

TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being received. STEREO –

received in auto stereo mode.

MONO – Lights when the mono mode is set using MPX.

SOUND

SLEEP

is switched on (page 62 and 63).

Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being

)

17 Matrix decoding format indicators

2PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 59).

Neo:6 – is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing

S.RTRV

Lights when the Sound Retriever function is (page 76)

19 Character display

Displays various system information.

20 Remote control mode indicator

Lights to indicate the receiver’s remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to 1.) (SC-37: page 84, SC-35: page 96)

When one of the Neo:6 modes of the receiver

(page 59)

active

1 Full Band Phase Control is only apply to the SC-37.



STANDBY/ON

INPUT SELECTOR

ADVANCED

MCACC

iPod

iPhonePQLS HDMI

MASTER VOLUME

PHONES

SPEAKERS

CONTROL

MULTI-ZONE

ON/OFF

MCACC

SETUP MIC

PARAMETER

ENTER

(TUNE)

(PRESET)(PRESET)

AUDIO VIDEO

TUNER EDIT

USBHDMI 5

VIDEO CAMERA

iPod

iPhone

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT

HOME

THX

STANDARD SURROUND

ADVANCED SURROUND

STEREOBAND

HOME MENU RETURN

1723

16 17

9 11 12 151410

4 5 6

20 2118 19

Controls and displays

Front panel

 STANDBY/ON

Switches the receiver between on and standby.

INPUT SELECTOR

dial

Use to select an input function.

3 Indicators

ADVANCED MCACC

the

AUDIO PARAMETER

PQLS – Lights when the PQLS feature is active

–

Lights when EQ is set to ON in

(page 75).

HDMI

– Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; lights when the component is connected (page 29)

iPod/iPhone – Lights to indicate iPod/iPhone is connected (page 40).

4 Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (see

Operating range of remote control unit on page 11).

5 Character display

See Display on page 16.

MASTER VOLUME

dial

(page 76)

7 Front panel controls

To access the front panel controls, push gently on the lower third portion of the panel with your finger.

AUDIO PARAMETER

Use to access the Audio options (page 76).

VIDEO PARAMETER

Use to access the Video options (page 78).

/// (TUNE/PRESET

) /

ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your Home Menu. Use TUNE / to find radio frequencies and use PRESET / to find preset stations (page 52).

Controls and displays

Note

TUNER EDIT

Use with ////ENTER to memorize and name stations for recall (page 52).

BAND

Switches between AM and FM radio bands (page 52).

13 Listening mode buttons

AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT –

between Auto Surround Optimum Surround1 mode and Stream Direct mode

(page 62) HOME THX – Press to select a Home THX listening

mode (page 60). STANDARD SURROUND – Press for Standard

decoding and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 59).

ADVANCED SURROUND – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 61).

STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 61).

MULTI-ZONE

If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE setup on page 37) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (see Using the MULTI-ZONE controls on page 79).

SPEAKERS

Use to change the speaker terminal (page 79).

HOME MENU

Press to access the Home Menu (pages 43, 45, 73, 104, 114 and 117).

RETURN

Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.

18 HDMI input connector

Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 39).

iPod/iPhone/USB

Use to connect your Apple iPod as an audio and video source, or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 40).

MCACC SETUP MIC

Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 43).

PHONES

Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers.

controls

jack

(page 59)

terminals

jack

Switches

, Auto Level Control,

1Optimum Surround mode is only apply to the SC-37.

RS-232C

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

CD-R/TAPE

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

AC IN

CD IN

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE2

OUT

ZONE3

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

PRP

INBD

1IN2IN3

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

)

OUT 2

1 4

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

VIDEO

)

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

(

CD-R

)

CONTROL

CU-RF100

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

OUT

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

SUBWOOFER

LAN

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V

100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER PORT

PRE OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

150 mA MAX

)

SIRIUS

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

MULTI CH IN

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND SURR BACK

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR L R L R L

SURROUND FRONT CENTER

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RS-232C

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

CD-R/TAPE

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

AC IN

CD IN

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE2

OUT

ZONE3

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

PRP

INBD

1IN2IN3

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

)

OUT 2

1 4

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

VIDEO

)

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

CONTROL

EXTENSION

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

OUT

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

SUBWOOFER

LAN

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V

100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER PORT

PRE OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

150 mA MAX

)

SIRIUS

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

MULTI CH IN

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND SURR BACK

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR L R L R L

SURROUND FRONT CENTER

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Chapter 3:

Connecting your equipment

This receiver provides you with many connection possibilities, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. This chapter explains the kinds of components you can connect to make up your home theater system.

Important

• Illustration shows the SC-37, however connections for the SC-35 are the same except where noted.

Rear panel

SC-37

SC-35

Connecting your equipment

RS-232C

EXTENSION

(

OUTPUT 5 V

150 mA MAX

)

MONITOR OUT

RF adapter

Note

•The input functions below are assigned by default to

the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input Setup menu on page 45 to change the assignments if other connections are used.

Input function

Digital HDMI

DVD COAX-1 IN 1

BD (BD)

TV/SAT OPT-1

DVR/BDR OPT-2 IN 2

VIDEO OPT-3 IN 3

HDMI 1

HDMI 2 (HDMI-2)

HDMI 3

HDMI 4 (HDMI-4)

HDMI 5

Input Terminals

(HDMI-1)

(HDMI-3)

(

HDMI-5)

Component

(front panel)

CD COAX-2

CD-R/TAPE

COAX-3

a.SC-37 only.

• SC-35 only: The CU-RF100 omni-directional remote

control (separately sold) can be connected to the RS232C and EXTENSION terminals. Using the CURF100 lets you display the receiver’s display information on the remote control display in your hands and operate it without worrying about obstacles or the direction in which the remote control is pointing.

Connecting the RF adapter

(SC-37 only)

Two-way communications between the receiver and remote control are possible by connecting the included

RF adapter to the RS-232C and CU-RF100 terminals on the receiver. For the features of two-way communications and detailed usage instructions, see Using the RF communications function on page 91.

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

CONTROL

)

OUT

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

CAUTION

•Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from power o

utlet. Plugging in should be the final step.

the

Note

Speaker B

Front Bi-Amp

Connecting your equipment

Determining the speakers’ application

This unit permits you to build various surround systems, in accordance with the number of speakers you have.

• Be sure to connect speakers to the front left and right

channels (L and R).

• It is also possible to only connect one of the surround

back speakers (SB) or neither.

Choose one from Plans [A] to [E] below.

[A] 7.1 channel surround system (Front height)

*Default setting

• Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FH)

This surround system produces a true-to-life sound over a wider area.

[C] 7.1 channel surround system & Speaker B connection

• Speaker System setting: Speaker B

FHR

FHL

SBL

SBR

A 7.1 ch surround system connects the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right front height speakers (FHL/FHR), the left and right surround speakers (SL/SR), the left and right surround

back speakers (SBL/SBR), and the subwoofer (SW).

This surround system produces a more true-to-life sound from above.

[B] 7.1 channel surround system (Front wide)

• Speaker System

FWL

setting: Normal(SB/FW)

SBL

FWR

SBR

SBL

SBR

With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy

5.1-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback of the same sound on the B speakers. The same connections also allow for 7.1-channel surround sound in the main zone when not using the B speakers.

[D] 5.1 channel surround system & Front Biamping connection (High quality surround)

• Speaker System setting: Front Bi-Amp

Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 5.1-channel surround sound.

This plan replaces the left and right front height speakers shown in [A] with the left and right front wide speakers

(FWL/FWR).

1 It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front height or front wide speakers and the surround back speakers.

Connecting your equipment

Main zone

Sub zone

ZONE 2

[E] 5.1 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)

• Speaker System setting: ZONE 2

With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy

5.1-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices is limited.)

Placing the speakers

Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect.

FHL

FHR

Important

•The Speaker System setting must be made if you use any of the connections shown above other than [A] (see Speaker system setting on page 115).

• Sound does not come through simultaneously from the front height, front wide, speaker B and surround back speakers. Output speakers are different depending on the input signal or listening mode.

Other speaker connections

•Your favorite speaker connections can be selected even if you have fewer than 5.1 speakers (except front left/right speakers).

• When not connecting a subwoofer, connect speakers with low frequency reproduction capabilities to the front channel. (The subwoofer’s low frequency component is played from the front speakers, so the speakers could be damaged.)

•

After connecting, be sure to conduct the Full Auto MCACC (speaker environment setting) procedure.

See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 43.

FWL

30 30

SBR

120 120

SBL

FWR

•Place the surround speakers at 120º from the center. If you, (1) use the surround back speaker, and, (2) don’t use the front height speakers / front wide speakers, we recommend placing the surround speaker right beside you.

• If you intend to connect only one surround back speaker, place it directly behind you.

• Place the left and right front height speakers at least one meter (3.3 ft.) directly above the left and right front speakers.

THX speaker system setup

If you are using a THX certified subwoofer, use the THX INPUT jack on the subwoofer (if your subwoofer has one)

or switch the filter position to THX on your subwoofer. See also THX Audio Setting on page 117 to make the

settings that will give you the best sound experience when using the Home THX modes (page 60).

Some tips for improving sound quality

Where you put your speakers in the room has a big effect on the quality of the sound. The following guidelines should help you to get the best sound from your system.

•The subwoofer can be placed on the floor. Ideally, the other speakers should be at about ear-level when you’re listening to them. Putting the speakers on the floor (except the subwoofer), or mounting them very high on a wall is not recommended.

•For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to 3 m (6 ft. to 9 ft.) apart, at equal distance from the TV.

•If you’re going to place speakers around your CRT TV, use shielded speakers or place the spea sufficient distance from your CRT TV.

•If you’re using a center speaker, place the front speakers at a wider angle. If not, place them at a narrower angle.

rs at a

fig. A fig. B fig. C

10 mm (

/8 in.)

Connecting your equipment

• Place the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen. Also, make sure the center speaker does not cross the line formed by the leading edge of the front left and right speakers.

• It is best to angle the speakers towards the listening position. The angle depends on the size of the room. Use less of an angle for bigger rooms.

•Surround and surround back speakers should be positioned 60 cm to 90 cm (2 ft. to 3 ft.) higher than your ears and tilted slightly downward. Make sure the speakers don’t face each other. For DVD-Audio, the speakers should be more directly behind the listener than for home theater pla

•Try not to place the surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the front and center speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect.

yba

ck.

Connecting the speakers

Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Make sure to

match these up with the terminals on the speakers themselves.

CAUTION

•These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when

connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts.

•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 t

Bare wire connections

1 Twist exposed wire strands together.

2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire.

3 Tighten terminal.

o cut off as a safety measure.

(fig. A)

(fig. B)

(fig. C)

Banana plug connections

If you want to use speaker cables terminated with banana plugs, screw the speaker terminal fully shut, then plug the banana plug into the end of the speaker terminal.

Important

•Please refer to the manual that came with your speakers for details on how to connect the other end of the speaker cables to your speakers.

• Use an RCA cable to connect the subwoofer. It is not possible to connect using speaker cables.

CAUTION

•Make sure that all speakers are securely installed. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of damage or injury resulting from speakers being knocked over or falling in the event of external shocks such as earthquakes

Connecting your equipment

RS-232C

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

CD-R/TAPE

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

AC IN

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE2

OUT

ZONE3

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

PRP

INBD

1IN2IN3

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

)

OUT 2

1 4

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

VIDEO

)

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

(

CD-R

)

CONTROL

CU-RF100

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

OUT

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

SUBWOOFER

LAN

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V

100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER PORT

PRE OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

)

SIRIUS

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

MULTI CH IN

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND SURR BACK

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR L R L R L

SURROUND FRONT CENTER

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Front left

Subwoofer

Center

Surround right

Not connectedNot connected

Front right

Surround left

The surround back terminals can also be used for ZONE 2.

5.1 ch surround setting

Surround back

Not connected

Surround back left

ZONE 2 setting

ZONE 2 - Right

ZONE 2 - Left

6.1 ch surround setting

Surround back right

7.1 ch surround setting

Speaker B - leftSpeaker B - right

Speaker B setting

Front wide left

Front wide right

Front height left

Front height setting

Front height right

The front height terminals can also be used for the front wide and Speaker B speakers.

Front wide setting

Installing your speaker system

At the very least, front left and right speakers only are necessary. Note that your main surround speakers should always be connected as a pair, but you can connect just one surround back speaker if you like (it must be connected to the left surround back terminal).

Standard surround connection

Front left

Subwoofer

Center

Surround right

Front right

Surround left

Bi-amp compatible

speaker

Bi-amp compatible

speaker

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Bi-amping your speakers

Bi-amping is when you connect the high frequency driver and low frequency driver of your speakers to different amplifiers for better crossover performance. Your speakers must be bi-ampable to do this (having separate terminals for high and low) and the sound improvement will depend on the kind of speakers you’re using.

High

Low

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

MONITOR

OUT

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

OUT 2

)

VIDEO

CD IN

SIGNAL

GND

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

ANTENNA

(

DVD

(

DVR/BDR

(

VIDEO

PRP

CONTROL

OUT

)

INBD

1IN2IN3

)

ZONE2

ZONE3

OUT

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

IR 12 V

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL

150 mA MAX)

OUT IN

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

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•Most speakers with both High and Low terminals have two metal plates that connect the High to the Low terminals. These must be removed when you are bi-amping the speakers or you damage the amplifier. See your speaker manual for

ld severely

cou

more information.

•If your speakers have a removable crossover network, make sure you do not remove it for bi-amping. Doing so may damage your speakers.

High

Low

ADAPTER PORT

(

LAN

10/100

COAXIAL

SIRIUS

(

)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

OUT

L RLRLRL

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

)

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL

(

CD-R

SUBWOOFER

(

)

(

)

TV/SAT

DVR/BDR

(Single)

IN (CD)

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SURROUND BACK

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

100 mA MAX

)

(Single)

OUT

(

)

VIDEO

FRONT CENTER

FH/FW

PRE OUT

SURROUND SURR BACK

MULTI CH IN

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND FRONT CENTER

AC IN

Bi-wiring your speakers

Your speakers can also be bi-wired if they support biamping.

• With these connections, the Speaker System setting

makes no difference.

• To bi-wire a speaker, connect two speaker cords to the speaker terminal on the receiver.

Using a banana plug for the second connection is recommended.

CAUTION

• Don’t connect different speakers from the same terminal in this way.

• When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for biamping shown at the left.

Connecting your equipment

Note

Selecting the Speaker system

The front height terminals can be used for front wide and Speaker B connections, in addition to for the front height speakers. Also, the surround back terminals can be used for bi-amping and ZONE 2 connections, in addition to for the surround back speakers. Make this setting according to the application.

Front height setup

*Default setting

1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 25.

2 If necessary, select ‘ Speaker System

See Speaker system setting on page 115 to do this.

Front wide setup

1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 25.

2 Select ‘ menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 115 to do this.

Normal(SB/FW)

Speaker B setup

You can listen to stereo playback in another room.

1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 25.

2 Select ‘

See Speaker system setting on page 115 to do this.

Speaker B

Bi-Amping setup

Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 5.1-channel surround sound.

1 Connect bi-amp compatible speakers to the front and surround back speaker terminals.

See Bi-amping your speakers on page 26.

2 Select ‘ menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 115 to do this.

Front Bi-Amp

Normal(SB/FH)

menu.

’ from the

Speaker System

’ from the

Speaker System

menu.

Speaker System

ZONE 2 setup

With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy

5.1-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2.

1 Connect a pair of speakers to the surround back speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 25.

2Select ‘

See Speaker system setting on page 115 to do this.

About the

Sound signal priority 

• With an HDMI cable, video and audio signals can be

ZONE 2

’ from the

Speaker System

audio connection

Types of cables and

terminals

HDMI HD audio

Digital (Coaxial) Conventional digital audio

Digital (Optical)

RCA (Analog)

(White/Red)

transferred in high quality over a single cable.

Transferable audio

signals

Conventional analog audio

About the video converter

The video converter ensures that all video sources are output through all of the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jacks. The only exception is HDMI: since this resolution cannot be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the receiver’s HDMI video outputs when connecting this video source.

menu.

1 • If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display. Note that some

components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this case, try switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the Video options on page 78) OFF.

• The signal input resolutions that can be converted from the component video input for the HDMI output are 480i/576i, 480p/576p, 720p and 1080i. 1080p signals cannot be converted.

• Only signals with an input resolution of 480i/576i can be converted from the component video input for the composite MONITOR OUT terminals.

High picture quality

Terminal for connection with source device

Terminal for connection with TV monitor

Video signals can be output

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Note

Connecting your equipment

If several video components are assigned to the same input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 45), the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, then composite (in that order).

HDMI IN HDMI OUT

YPBP

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

•For optimal video performance, THX recommends

switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the Video options on page 78) OFF.

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

About HDMI

The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed digital video, as well as almost every kind of digital audio.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia

Interface (HDMI

This receiver supports the functions described below through HDMI connections.

) technology.

•Digital transfer of uncompressed video (contents protected by HDCP (1080p/24, 1080p/60, etc.))

•3D signal transfer

•Deep Color signal transfer

• x.v.Color signal transfer

•Audio Return Channel

•Input of multi-channel linear PCM digital audio signals (192 kHz or less) for up to 8 channels

•Input of the following digital audio formats:

– Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, High bitrate audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTSHD High Resolution Audio), DVD-Audio, CD, SACD (DSD signal), Video CD, Super VCD

•Synchronized operation with components using the

Control with HDMI function (see Control with HDMI function on page 72)

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries.

“x.v.Color” and x.v.Color logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

1 • An HDMI connection can only be made with DVI-equipped components compatible with both DVI and High Bandwidth Digital Content

Protection (HDCP). If you choose to connect to a DVI connector, you will need a separate adaptor (DVIHDMI) to do so. A DVI connection, however, does not support audio signals. Consult your local audio dealer for more information.

• If you connect a component that is not compatible with HDCP, an HDCP ERROR message is displayed on the front panel display. Some components that are compatible with HDCP still cause this message to be displayed, but so long as there is no problem with displaying video this is not a malfunction.

• Depending on the component you have connected, using a DVI connection may result in unreliable signal transfers.

• This receiver supports SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. To take advantage of these formats, however, make sure that t

2• Use a High Speed HDMI

• When an HDMI cable with a built-in equalizer is connected, it may not operate properly. 3 Signal transfer is only possible when connected to a compatible component. 4• HDMI format digital audio transmissions require a longer time to be recognized. Due to this, interruption in the audio may occur when

switching between audio formats or beginning playback.

• Turning on/off the device connected to this unit's HDMI OUT terminal during playback, or disconnecting/connecting the HDMI cable during

playback, may cause noise or interrupted audio.

e component connected to this receiver also supports the corresponding format.

cable. If an HDMI cable other than a High Speed HDMI® cable is used, it may not work properly.

Connecting your equipment

Other HDMI/DVIequipped component

HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray disc player

HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor

Select one

This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of the TV over the

receiver.

Note

Connecting your TV and playback components

Connecting using HDMI

If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray disc player (BD), etc.), you can connect it to this receiver using a commercially available HDMI cable.

If the TV and playback components support the Control with HDMI feature, the convenient Control with HDMI functions can be used (see Control with HDMI function on page 72).

• When connecting to an HDMI/DVI-compatible

monitor using the HDMI OUT 2 terminal, switch the HDMI output setting to HDMI OUT 2 or HDMI OUT ALL. See Switching the HDMI output on page 81.

•For inp ut components, connections other than HDMI

connections are also possible (see Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output on page 30).

• If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio

cables.

HDMI INHDMI OUTHDMI OUT

OUT 1

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVD

(

DVR/BDR

(

VIDEO

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

ANTENNA

CONTROL

)

OUT

INBD

1IN2IN3

)

ZONE2

ZONE3

OUT

)

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

IR 12 V

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL

150 mA MAX)

OUT IN

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

(

CONTROL

MONITOR

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

OUT 2

)

OUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

GND

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

(

)

10/100

LAN

COAXIAL

SIRIUS

(

)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

OUT

LR L R L

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

OPTICAL

(

(CD)

(

)

TV/SAT

CD-R

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

)

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

FRONT CE

FH/FW

(Single)

PRE OUT

SURROUND

SUB

1 When the TV and receiver a re connected by HDMI connecti ons, i f the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, the sound of the

TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see HDMI Setup on page 73).

DVD player, etc.

HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor

Select one

Note

Connecting your equipment

Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output

This diagram shows connections of a TV (with HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component with no HDMI output) to the receiver.

HDMI IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

ANTENNA

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V

150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

CONTROL

)

OUT

INBD

1IN2IN3

(

)

DVD

(

)

DVR/BDR

ZONE2

OUT

(

)

VIDEO

PRP

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

ZONE3

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

12 V TOTAL

150 mA MAX)

OUT

OUT IN

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

MONITOR

AUDIO OUT

OUT 2

)

OUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

ANALOG

• If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio

cables (page 29).

•If you use an optical digital audio cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the player to (see The Input Setup menu on page 45).

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

(

)

LAN

10/100

COAXIAL

SIRIUS

(

)

(CD)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

OUT

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

LR L R L

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL

IN (

)

CD-R

(

)

(

)

(

TV/SAT

)

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

FRONT CENTER

FH/FW

(Single)

PRE OUT

SURROUND

(Single)

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

SUBWOOFE

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

1 When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, the sound of the

TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see HDMI Setup on page 73).

Connecting your equipment

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

HDMI OUT

DVD player, etc.

Select one

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input

This diagram shows connections of a TV (with no HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component) to the receiver.

• With these connections, the picture is not output to the TV even if the DVD player is connected with an HDMI cable. Connect the DVD player’s video signals using a composite or component cord.

ANTENNA

(

DVD

(

DVR/BDR

(

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

CONTROL

OUT

INBD

1IN2IN3

)

ZONE2

ZONE3

OUT

)

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

OUT

IR 12 V

OUT

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

• Connect using an HDMI cable to listen to HD audio on the receiver. Do not use an HDMI cable to input video signals. Depending on the video component, it may not be possible to output signals connected by HDMI and other methods simultaneously, and it may be necessary to make output settings.

operating instructions

supplied with your component

Please refer to the

for more information.

• If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables (page 29).

• If you use an optical digital audio cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the player to (see The Input Setup menu on page 45).

OUT 1

(

CONTROL

MONITOR

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TRIGGER

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE

(OUTPUT

D'EMPLOI

12 V TOTAL

150 mA MAX)

OUT 2

(

)

10/100

LAN

)

COAXIAL

SIRIUS

(

OUT

DVD

VIDEO

CD-R/TAPE

CD IN

OUT

SIGNAL

GND

LR L R L

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

)

(CD)

(

)

CD-R

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

OPTICAL

(

TV/SAT

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

)

(

)

(

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

FH/FW

(Single)

PRE OUT

(Single)

)

SURROUND

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFE

OUT

RS-232C

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

CD-R/TAPE

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

CD IN

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE2

OUT

ZONE3

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

PRP

INBD

1IN2IN3

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

)

OUT 2

1 4

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

VIDEO

)

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

(

CD-R

)

CONTROL

CU-RF100

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

OUT

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

SUBWOOFER

LAN

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER PORT

PRE OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

)

SIRIUS

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR L R L

SURROUND

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

SELECTABLE

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

ANALOG

R L

AUDIO OUTAUDIO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

VIDEO IN

HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc.

Select one

Connecting your equipment

Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources

This receiver has two sets of audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video devices, including HDD/DVD recorders and BD recorders.

When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the recorder to (see also The Input Setup menu on page 45).

•In order to record, you must connect the analog audio cables (the digital connection is for playback only) (page 80).

•If your HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc., is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the receiver’s HDMI IN terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver a

d TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on

page 29).

Connecting your equipment

STB

Select one

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box

Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of so-called ‘set-top boxes’. When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input

Setup menu on page 45).

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

INBD

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

(

)

DVD

(

DVR/BDR

(

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

ANTENNA

CONTROL

OUT

IN2IN

)

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT

)

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

IR 12 V

OUT

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL

150 mA MAX)

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

•If your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the receiver’s HDMI IN terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on page 29).

OUT IN

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

MONITOR

OUT

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

OUT 2

)

VIDEO

SIGNAL

GND

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

(

)

LAN

10/100

COAXIAL

SIRIUS

(

)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

CD IN

OUT

LR L R L

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

OPTICAL

(

(CD)

(

)

TV/SAT

CD-R

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

)

(

DVR/BDR

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

)

(Single)

PRE OUT

)

OUT

(

)

VIDEO

FRONT CENTER

FH/FW

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

DVD player, etc.

Connecting your equipment

Connecting the multichannel analog inputs

For DVD Audio and SACD playback, your DVD player may have 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 channel analog outputs (depending on whether your player supports surroun d back channels). Make sure that the player is set to output multichannel analog audio.

IN1IN2IN

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT

FM UNBAL 75

IR 12 V

OUT

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

OUT IN

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

MONITOR

OUT 2

)

OUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

SUBWOOFER

OUTPUT

(

10/100

LAN

COAXIAL OPTICAL

SIRIUS

(

)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

OUT

LR L R L R L

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

FRONT

OUTPUT

)

(CD)

(

)

CD-R

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

(

TV/SAT

CENTER OUTPUT

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

)

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

FH/FW

(Single)

PRE OUT

SURROUND FRONT CENTER

(Single)

OUT

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

OUTPUT

SURROUND SURR BACK

MULTI CH IN

SURROUND BACK

OUTPUT

•If there is a single surround back output, connect it to

the SURROUND BACK L jack on this receiver.

• To use a 5.1-channel speaker set, use the surround speakers for the surround channel, not the surround back channel.

• The audio signal input to MULTI CH IN cannot be downmixed.

Connecting your equipment

CD-R, MD, DAT, etc.

Select one Select one

Turntable

Note

Connecting other audio components

This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for playback.

Most digital components also have analog connections. When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the component to (see also The

Input Setup menu on page 45).

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

MONITOR

OUT 2

)

OUT

VIDEO

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

TV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

12 V

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TRIGGER

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE

(OUTPUT

D'EMPLOI

12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

•If you’re connecting a recorder, connect the analog audio outputs to the analog audio inputs on the recorder.

•You can’t hear HDMI audio through this receiver’s digital out jack.

Turntables only:

•If your turntable has a grounding wire, secure it to the ground terminal on this receiver.

•If your turntable has line-level outputs (i.e., it has a built-in phono pre-amp), connect it to the CD inputs in

stead.

(

)

CD-R

AUDIO OUT

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

(

)

(

)

TV/SAT

DVR/BDR

(Single)

ANALOG

(

VIDEO

FH/FW

PRE OUT

)

SURROUND

OUT

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

(

)

LAN

10/100

COAXIAL OPTICAL

SIRIUS

(

)

(CD)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

OUT

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

LR L R L R

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

About the WMA9 Pro decoder

This unit has an on-board Windows Media™ Audio 9 Professional playback WMA9 Pro-encoded audio using HDMI, coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to a WMA9 Pro-compatible player. However, the connected DVD player, set-top bo x, etc . mus t be abl e to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or optical digital output.

(WMA9 Pro) decoder, so it is possible to

SURROUND

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

AUDIO IN

ANALOG

1• Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other

countries.

• With WMA9 Pro, sound problems may occur depending on your computer system. Note that WMA9 Pro 96 kHz sources will be

downsampled to 48 kHz.

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

Powered subwoofer

Front channel amplifier

Center channel amplifier (mono)

Surround channel amplifier

Surround back channel amplifier

Front height or Front wide channel amplifier

Connecting your equipment

Connecting additional amplifiers

This receiver has more than enough power for any home use, but it’s possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel of your system using the pre-outs. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers.

)

100

L OPTICAL

IN (CD)

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SURROUND BACK

ION:

IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

TION:

D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

• You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back channel pre-outs for a single speaker as well. In this case plug the amplifier into the left (L (Single)) terminal only.

• The sound from the surround back terminals will depend on how you have configured the Speaker system setting on page 115.

•To hear sound only from the pre-outs, switch the speaker system to OFF, or simply di speakers that are connected directly to the receiver.

If you’re not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 115) to LARGE.

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

(

)

(

)

TV/SAT

DVR/BDR

CD-R

SUBWOOFER

(Single)

LR L

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

100 mA MAX

)

(

)

VIDEO

FH/FW

(Single)

PRE OUT

SURROUND

FRONT CEN

SUBW

sco

nnect any

Connecting AM/FM antennas

Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Connecting external antennas on page 37).

fig. a fig. b fig. c

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

1 Pull off the protective shields of both AM antenna wires.

2 Push open the tabs, then insert one wire fully into each terminal, then release the tabs to secure the AM antenna wires.

3 Fix the AM loop antenna to the attached stand.

To fix the stand to the antenna, bend in the direction indicated by the arrow (fig. a) then clip the loop onto the stand (fig. b).

•If you plan to mount the AM antenna to a wall or other

surface, secure the stand with screws (fig. c) before clipping the loop to the stand. Make sure the reception is clear.

4 Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in a direction giving the best reception.

5 Connect the FM wire antenna into the FM antenna socket.

For best results, extend the FM antenna fully and fix to a wall or door frame. Don’t drape loosely or leave coiled up.

Connecting your equipment

75 Ω coaxial cable

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

Outdoor antenna

Indoor antenna (vinyl-coated wire)

5 m to 6 m (16 ft. to 20 ft.)

Note

Main zoneSub zone (ZONE 2)

Connecting external antennas

To improve FM reception, connect an external FM antenna to FM UNBAL 75 Ω.

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

To improve AM reception, connect a 5 m to 6 m (16 ft. to 20 ft.) length of vinyl-coated wire to the

AM LOOP

terminals

without disconnecting the supplied AM loop antenna.

For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.

MULTI-ZONE setup

This receiver can power up to three independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper MULTI- ZONE connections. Different sources can be playing in three zones at the same time or, depending on your needs, the same source can also be used. The main and sub zones have independent power (the main zone power can be off while one (or both) of the sub zones is on) and the sub zones can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls.

Making MULTI-ZONE connections

It is possible to make these connections if you have a separate TV and speakers for your primary (ZONE 2) sub zone, and a separate TV and a separate amplifier (and speakers) for your secondary (ZONE 3) sub zone. You will also need a separate amplifier if you are not using the MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) on page 38 for your primary sub zone. There are two primary sub zone setups possible with this system. Choose whichever works best for you.

MULTI-ZONE listening options

The following table shows the signals that can be output to ZONE 2 and ZONE 3

Sub Zone Input functions available

ZONE 2 DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/BDR, VIDEO, HOME MEDIA

GALLERY (SC-37 only), INTERNET RADIO (SC-35 only), iPod/USB, XM RADIO, CD, CD-R/TAPE, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT, SIRIUS

(Outputs analog audio, composite video and component video.)

ZONE 3 Same as ZONE 2 above.

(Outputs analog audio and composite video.)

Basic MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 2)

• Connect a separate amplifier to the jacks and a TV monitor to the

OUT jack, both on this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

AUDIO ZONE 2

VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT2

ASSIGNABLE

)

ANTENNA

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

CONTROL

OUT

INBD

1IN2

(

)

DVD

(

)

DVR/BDR

ZONE2

ZONE3

OUT

(

)

VIDEO

PRP

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

OUT

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

1For the INTERNET RADIO (SC-35 only), HOME MEDIA GALLERY (SC-37 only), XM RADIO, SIRIUS and iPod/USB inputs, it is not possible use

the same input in ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 simultaneously.

2• COMPONENT VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT can be used to output clear images.

• The GUI screen is not displayed if only the COMPONENT VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack is connected.

• The video convert function does not work for ZONE 2. Connect the composite video and component video to the same types of jacks for the inputs and outputs.

Note

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

ZONE2

OUT

ZONE3

OUT

DVD

INBD

1IN2

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

VIDEO

)

CONTROL IR 1

OUT

( 1 T 1

COAXIAL OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

CD-R/TAPE

CD IN

DEO

OUT

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

(

CD-R

)

SUBWOOFER

LAN

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER P

PRE OU

SIRIUS

CAUTION:

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

ATTENTION:

ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 Ω - 16 Ω .

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

L RLR

Main zone

Sub zone (ZONE 2)

A m

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

Main zone

Sub zone (ZONE 3)

LAN cable

(sold separately)

to LAN port

Router

Modem

Internet

Connecting your equipment

MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2)

You must select ZONE 2 in Speaker system setting on page 115 to use this setup.

• Connect a TV monitor to the jacks on this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the surround back speaker terminals as shown below.

VIDEO IN

VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT

Connecting to the network through LAN interface

By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations.

SC-37 only: When connected in this way, you can play audio files stored on the components on the network, including your computer, using HOME MEDIA GALLERY

inputs.

OUT 1

OUT 2

(

) XM

LAN

VIDEO

SIRIUS

CD IN

OUT

10/100

ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL OPTICA

(

)

(CD)

DVD

CD-R/TAPE

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

(

)

(

)

TV/SAT

CD-R

(

CONTROL

DVR/BDR PHONO

OUT IN

MONITOR

)

OUT

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

ERS

iring

ABLE

RUCTION

ABLE

MODE

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND BACK

LR L

(Singl

LAN

321

WAN

Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 3)

• Connect a separate amplifier to the OUT

jacks and a TV monitor to the

AUDIO ZONE 3

VIDEO ZONE 3 OUT

jack, both on this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.

Connect the LAN terminal on this receiver to the LAN terminal on your router (with or without the built-in DHCP server function) with a straight LAN cable (CAT 5 or higher).

Turn on the DHCP server function of your router. In case your router does not have the built-in DHCP ser ver function, it is necessary to set up the network manually.

For details, see Network Setup menu on page 117.

LAN terminal specifications

LAN terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet jack

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX

ASSIGNABLE

)

ANTENNA

(

DVD

(

DVR/BDR

(

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

CONTROL

OUT

)

INBD

1IN2

)

ZONE2

OUT

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

ZONE3

OUT

IR 12 V

OUT

DVDINTV

TRI

(OU 12 V TOT

150

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

1• COMPONENT VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT can be used to output clear images.

2 To listen to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) beforehand. 3 • Photo or video files cannot be played back.

• The GUI screen is not displayed if only the COMPONENT VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack is connected.

• The video convert function does not work for ZONE 2. Connect the composite video and component video to the same types of jacks for the inputs and outputs.

• With Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Player 12, you can even play back copyrighted audio files on this receiver.

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

Connecting your equipment

Note

COAXIAL OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

AC IN

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

(

CD-R

)

SUBWOOFER

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER PORT

PRE OUT

MULTI CH IN

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUNDSURR BACK

Bluetooth® ADAPTER (sold separately)

Video camera, etc.

XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock

with antenna

COAXIAL OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

CD-R/TAPE

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

TIN

OUT 1 (

CONTROL

)

OUT 2

(

DVD

)

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

OUT

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH/FW

(

VIDEO

)

(CD)

(

CD-R

)

SUBWOOFER

LAN

(

10/100

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

)

ADAPTER PORT

PRE OUT

SIRIUS

MULTI CH IN

SIGNAL

GND

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUNDSURR BACK

Antenna

SiriusConnect™ HOME tuner

AC adapter

Connecting Optional

Bluetooth

ADAPTER

When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. AS-

BT100)

is connected to this receiver, a product equipped

with Bluetooth wireless technology (portable cell phone, digital music player, etc.) can be used to listen to music wirelessly.

• Switch the receiver into standby and connect

Bluetooth

•For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless

• Do not move the receiver with the Bluetooth

ADAPTER to the

ADAPTER PORT

technology device, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device

on page 58.

Important

ADAPTER connected. Doing so could cause damage or faulty contact.

Connecting an XM Radio tuner

After purchasing an XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (both sold separately), you will also need to activate the XM Radio service to begin receiving broadcasts.

(

)

10/100

COAXIAL OPTICAL

(

DVD

R/TAPE

)

(

(CD)

(

)

TV/SAT

CD-R

FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK

SUBWOOFER

)

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

ASSIGNABLEASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVR/BDR

(Single)

(

VIDEO

FH/FW

PRE OUT

)

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

OUT

SURROUNDSURR BACK

SATELLiTE

SATELLiTE RADiO

RADiO

MULTI CH IN

AC IN

•For instructions on playing the XM Radio, see

Listening to XM Radio on page 53.

Connecting a SiriusConnect™ tuner

To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio broadcasts, you will need to activate your SiriusConnect™ tuner.

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input

1The Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100) is sold separately. 2• The Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device must support A2DP profiles.

• Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of this unit with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices.

TUNER EDIT

AUTO SURR/ALC/

HOME

STREAM DIRECT

VIDEO CAMERA

STANDARD

THX

SURROUND

USBHDMI 5

ADVANCED

SURROUND

iPod

iPhone

CONTROL

ON/OFF

SPEAKERS

MULTI-ZONE

STEREOBAND

MCACC

SETUP MIC

PHONES

SIRIUS

You will also need to connect the antenna and AC adapter to the SiriusConnect™ tuner.

For instructions on playing the SIRIUS Radio, see Listening to SIRIUS Radio on page 54.

iPod

iPod cable

(supplied)

Note

USB mass storage device

USB keyboard

Connecting your equipment

Connecting an iPod

This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that will allow you to control playback of audio content from your iPod using the controls of this receiver.

• Switch the receiver into standby then use the supplied iPod cable to connect your iPod to the iPod/ iPhone/USB terminal on the front panel of this receiver.

•It is also possible to connect using the cable included with the iPod, but in this case it is not possible to view pictures via the receiver.

•For the cable connection, also refer to the operating instructions for your iPod.

•For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing an iPod on page 48.

CONTROL

ON/OFF

SPEAKERS

iPhone

MULTI-ZONE

STEREOBAND

iPod

MCACC

SETUP MIC

PHONES

TUNER EDIT

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT

HDMI 5

VIDEO CAMERA

HOME

STANDARD

ADVANCED

THX

SURROUND

USB

• Switch the receiver into standby then connect your USB device to the USB terminal on the front panel of

this receiver.

•For instructions on playing the USB device, see

Playing a USB device on page 49.

CONTROL

ON/OFF

SPEAKERS

iPhone

MULTI-ZONE

STEREOBAND

iPod

MCACC

SETUP MIC

PHONES

TUNER EDIT

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT

VIDEO CAMERA

HOME

STANDARD

ADVANCED

THX

SURROUND

USBHDMI 5





Connecting a USB device

It is possible to play audio and photo files by connecting USB devices to this receiver. It is also possible to connect a USB keyboard (US-international layout) to the receiver to enter text in the following GUI screens.

• Change the input name in the Input Setup menu (page 45).

•Add names to radio station presets

•

SC-35 only:

(page 56)

Enter Internet radio station URLs

(page 52).

Connecting a USB device for Advanced MCACC output

When using Full Auto MCACC (page 43), Auto MCACC (page 104) or Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional (page 108) to calibrate the reverb characteristics of your listening room, the 3D graphs of the reverb characteristics in your listening room (before and after calibration) can be checked on a computer screen. SC-37 only: Also, the speakers’ group delay characteristics before and after calibration can be checked on 3D graphs.

The various MCACC parameters can also be checked on the computer. MCACC data and parame transf

erred from this receiver to a USB device and by connecting the USB device to a computer, the data is imported via the MCACC software in the computer.

The MCACC software to output the results is available from the support area of the Pioneer website (http:// www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/ Home+Entertainment+Custom+Install). Instructions for using the software are also available here. If you have any questions regarding, please contact the Customer Support Division of Pioneer.

See the documentation provided with the Advanced MCACC PC Display Application Software for more information.

•For the USB device connection and operations, see

Output MCACC data on page 112

ters are

1This receiver does not support a USB hub. 2The various parameters and the reverb characteristics data used for display on the computer are not cleared when the power is turned off (see

Output MCACC data on page 112).

Connecting your equipment

Note

RS-232C

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

ZONE2

OUT

ZONE3

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/

OUT

PRP

INBD

1IN2IN3

1 4

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

VIDEO

)

CONTROL

CU-RF100

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

OUT

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

)

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SEE INSTRUCTIO MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

SELECTABLE

IN OUT

CONTROL

IR receiver

Closet or shelving unit

Non-Pioneer component

Pioneer component

MONITOR OUT

Connecting an IR receiver

If you keep your stereo components in a closed cabinet or shelving unit, or you wish to use the sub zone remote control in another zone, you can use an optional IR receiver (such as a Niles or Xantech unit) to control your system instead of the remote sensor on the front panel of this receiver.

1 Connect the IR receiver sensor to the the rear of this receiver.

IR IN

jack on

Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor

Many Pioneer components have SR CONTROL jacks which can be used to link components together so that you can use just the remote sensor of one component. When you use a remote control, the control signal is passed along the chain to the appropriate component.

Important

• Note that if you use this feature, make sure that you also have at least one set of analog audio, video or HDMI jacks connected to another component for

grounding purposes.

1 Decide which component you want to use the remote sensor of.

When you want to control any component in the chain, this is the remote sensor at which you’ll point the corresponding remote control.

2 Connect the to the

CONTROL IN

Use a cable with a mono mini-plug on each end for the connection.

CONTROL OUT

jack of that component

jack of another Pioneer component.

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

CONTROL

)

OUT

IR 12 V

TRIGGER

(OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

SEE INSTRUCTI MANUAL

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI

2 Connect the IR OUT

jack on the rear of this receiver to link it to the

IR receiver.

IR IN

jack of another component to the

IN OUT

CONTROL

Please see the manual supplied with your IR receiver for the type of cable necessary for the connection.

• If you want to link a Pioneer component to the IR

receiver, see Operating other Pioneer components

Continue the chain in the same way for as many components as you have.

with this unit’s sensor below to connect to the CONTROL jacks instead of the IR OUT jack.

1• Remote operation may not be possible if direct light from a strong fluorescent lamp is shining on the IR receiver remote sensor window.

• Note that other manufacturers may not use the IR terminology. Refer to the manual that came with your component to check for IR compatibility.

• If using two remote controls (at the same time), the IR receiver’s remote sensor takes priority over the remote sensor on the front panel.

2 • I f yo u w ant to c ont rol all your components using this receiver’s remote control, see Setting the remote to control other components on page 84

(SC-37)/page 97 (SC-35).

• If you have connected a remote control to the CONTROL IN jack (using a mini-plug cable), you won’t be able to control this unit using the remote sensor.

IN OUT

CONTROL

Note

Connecting your equipment

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger

You can connect components in your system (such as a screen or projector) to this receiver so that they switch on or off using 12 volt triggers when you select an input function. However, you must specify which input functions switch on the trigger using the The Input Setup menu on page 45. Note that this will only work with components that have a standby mode.

OUT 1

OUT IN

(

CONTROL

MONITOR

)

OUT

SIGNAL

FRONT HEIGHT/

VID

C IN

GND

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

• Connect the

INBD

1IN2IN3

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVD

(

)

DVR/BDR

ZONE2

ZONE3

OUT

(

)

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

ZONE 2 OUT

PRP

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

CONTROL

)

OUT

12 V TRIGGER

INPUT

12 V TRIGGER

OUT

DVDINTV/SATINVIDEOINDVR/BDR PHONO

SPEAKERS

Class 2 Wiring

SELECTABLE

12 V

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TRIGGER

SELECTABLE

VOIR LE MODE

(OUTPUT

D'EMPLOI

12 V TOTAL

150 mA MAX)

jack of this receiver to

the 12 V trigger of another component.

Use a cable with a mono mini-plug on each end for the connection.

After you’ve specified the input functions that will switch on the trigger, you’ll be able to switch the component on or off just by pressing the input function(s) you’ve set on page 45.

It is also possible to have the component switch not when the input function is switched, but when HDMI OUT is switched. For details, see HDMI Setup on page 73.

Plugging in the receiver

Only plug in after you have connected all your components to this receiver, including the speakers.

1 Plug the supplied power cord into the on the back of the receiver.

2 Plug the other end into a power outlet.

CAUTION

• Handle the power cord by the plug part. 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, or other object on the power cord or pinch the cord in any other way. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cables. The power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. C power cord once in a while. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement.

•Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with this unit.

• Do not use the supplied power cord for any purpose other than that described below.

•The receiver should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g., when on vacation.

•Make sure the blue  STANDBY/ON light has gone out before unplugging.

• If you have connected speakers with a 6 impedance, change the impedance setting before turning on the power.

AC IN

socket

eck the

1After this receiver is connected to an AC outlet, a 2 second to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins. You cannot carry out any

operations during this process. The HDMI indicator in the front panel display blinks during this process, and you can turn on this receiver once it has stopped blinking. When you set the Control with HDMI to OFF, you can skip this process. For details about the Control with HDMI feature, see Control with HDMI function on page 72.

Basic Setup

RECEIVER

Chapter 4:

Basic Setup

Important

•The procedure for setting the receiver operation mode differs for the remote controls included with the SC-37 and SC-35. For the SC-37’s remote control, set the remote control operation selector switch to RECEIVER. For the SC-35’s remote control, press the

the receiver operation mode” is indicated in these instructions, use the respective procedure described above.

button. When “set the remote control to

Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)

The language used on the Graphical User Interface screen can be changed.

•The explanations in these operating instructions are for when English is selected for the GUI screen.

1 Switch on the receiver and your TV.

Make sure that the TV’s video input is set to this receiver (for example, if you connected this receiver to the VIDEO jacks on your TV, make sure that the VIDEO input is now selected).

2 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use /// and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.

3 Select ‘

4 Select ‘ menu.

5 Select the desired language.

6 Select ‘

The setting is completed and the System Setup menu reappears automatically.

HOME MENU

System Setup

OSD Language

’ to change the language.

’ from the

Home Menu

System Setup

Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC)

The Full Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of your listening area, taking into account ambient noise, speaker connection and speaker size, and tests for both channel delay and channel level. After you have set up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from a series of test tones to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for your particular room.

SC-37 only: By performing the Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure, the frequency-phase characteristics of the

connected speakers are also calibrated.

Once the Full Auto MCACC Setup proc completed, the Full Band Phase Control function is automatically turned on (page 63).

Important

•Make sure the microphone and speakers are not moved during the Full Auto MCACC Setup.

• Using the Full Auto MCACC Setup will overwrite any existing settings for the MCACC preset you select.

•Before using the Full Auto MCACC Setup, the headphones should be disconnected.

CAUTION

• The test tones used in the Full Auto MCACC Setup are output at high volume.

THX

1 Switch on the receiver and your TV.

Make sure that the TV’s video input is set to this receiver.

2 Connect the microphone to the jack on the front panel.

• Push down on the lower portion of the front panel door to access the MCACC SETUP MIC jack.

dure is

MCACC SETUP MIC

Note

PHONES

SPEAKERS

CONTROL

MULTI-ZONE

ON/OFF

MCACC

SETUP MIC

PARAMETER

ENTER

(TUNE)

(PRESET)(PRESET)

AUDIO VIDEO

TUNER EDIT

USBHDMI 5

VIDEO CAMERA

iPod

iPhone

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT

HOME

THX

STANDARD SURROUND

ADVANCED SURROUND

STEREOBAND

HOME MENU RETURN

Microphone

Tripod

Basic Setup

Make sure there are no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone.

If you have a tripod, use it to place the microphone so that it’s about ear level at your normal listening position. If you do not have a tripod, use some other object to install the

microphone.

The Full Auto MCACC display appears once the microphone is connected.

3 Select the parameters you want to set.

1a.Full Auto MCACC

Speaker System : Normal(SB/FH EQ Type : SYMMETRY MCACC : M1.MEMORY 1 THX Speaker : NO

START

Exit Return

A/V RECEIVER

)

If the speakers are connected using any setup other than Normal(SB/FH), be sure to set Speaker System before the Full Auto MCACC Setup. See Speaker system setting on page 115.

• Speaker System

– Shows the current settings.

When this is selected and ENTER is pressed, the speaker system selection screen appears. Select the proper speaker system, then press RETURN to return.

• EQ Type – This determines how the frequency

balance is adjusted.

• MCACC – The six MCACC presets are used for storing

surround sound settings for different listening positions. Simply choose an unused preset for now (you can rename it later in Data Management on page 112).

• THX Speaker – Select YES if you are using THX speakers (set all speakers to SMALL), otherwise leave it set to NO.

4 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then select

START

5 Follow the instructions on-screen.

Make sure the microphone is connected, and if you’re using a subwoofer, make sure it is switched on and set to a comfortable volume level.

6 Wait for the test tones to finish, then confirm the speaker configuration in the GUI screen.

A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to determine the speakers present in your setup. Try to be as quiet as possible while

it’s doing this.

If no operations are performed for 10 seconds while the speaker configuration check screen is being displayed, the Full Auto MCACC Setup will resume automatically. In this case, you don’t need to select ‘OK’ and press ENTER in step 7.

•With error messages (such as Too much ambient noise! or Check microphone.), select RETRY after checking for ambient noise (see Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on pa ve

rifying the mic connection. If there doesn’t seem to

ge 45) and

be a problem, you can simply select GO NEXT and continue.

1a.Full Auto MCACC

Now Analyzing... 2/10

Environment Check

A/V RECEIVER

Ambient Noise : OK Microphone : Speaker YES/NO :

Exit Cancel

1a.Full Auto MCACC

L : YES FHL : YES C : YES FHR : YES R : YES SR : YES SBR : YES SBL : YES SL : YES SW : YES

A/V RECEIVER

OK RETRY

Exit Cancel

The configuration shown on-screen should reflect the actual speakers you have.

1 Install the microphone on a stable floor. Placing the microphone on any of the following surfaces may make accurate measurement

impossible:

• Sofas or other soft surfaces.

• High places such as tabletops and sofa tops. 2 If you leave the GUI screen for over five minutes, the screen saver will appear. 3• When data measurement is taken, the reverb characteristics data (both before- and after-calibration) that this receiver had been storing will

be overwritten. If you want to save the reverb characteristics data before measuring, connect a USB memory device to this receiver and transfer the data.

• When measure

you will need to measure after correcting data, take the measurement using the EQ Professional menu in the Manual MCACC setup (page 106).

4 If you are planning on bi-amping your front speakers, or setting up a separate speaker system in another room, read through Speaker system

ment is taken of the reverb charac

teristics data other than SYMMETRY, the data are not measured after the correction. If

setting on page 115 and make sure to connect your speakers as necessary before continuing to step 4.

Basic Setup

Note

• If you see an ERR message (or the speaker

configuration displayed isn’t correct), there may be a problem with the speaker connection. If selecting RETRY doesn’t work, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. If there doesn’t seem to be a problem, you can simply use / to select the speaker and / to change the setting and continue.

•If Reverse Phase is displayed, the speaker’s wiring

(+ and –) may be inverted. Check the speaker connections. – If the connections were wrong, turn off the power, disconnect the power cord, then reconnect properly. After this, perform the Full Auto MCACC procedure again. – If the connections were right, select GO NEXT and continue.

7 Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press

A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the

optimum receiver settings.

Again, try to be as quiet as possible while this is happening. It may take 3 to 10 minutes.

8 The Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure is completed and the

Home Menu

Be sure to disconnect the microphone from this receiver upon completion of the Full Auto MCACC Setup.

The settings made in the Full Auto MCACC Setup should give you excellent surround sound from your system, but it is also possible to adjust these settings manually using

The Advanced MCACC menu on page 104 or The System Setup and Other Setup menus on page 114.

Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup

If the room environment is not optimal for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the microphone) the final settings may be incorrect. Check for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that may be affecting the environment and switch them off if necessary. If there are any instructions showing in the front panel display, please follow them.

• Some older TVs may interfere with the operation of the microphone. If this seems to be happening, switch off the TV when doing the Auto MCACC Setup.

menu reappears automatically.

ENTER

The Input Setup menu

You only need to make settings in the Input Setup menu if you didn’t hook up your digital equipment according to the default settings (see Input function default and possible settings on page 46). In this case, you need to tell the receiver what equipment is hooked up to which terminal so the buttons on the remote control correspond to the components you’ve connected.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV.

Use /// and ENTER to navigate through the

screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to confirm and exit the current menu.

2Select ‘

3Select ‘

4.System Setup 4b.Input Setup

a.Manual SP Setup

b. Input Setup

c. OSD Language d. Network Setup e. Other Setup

Exit Return

4 Select the input function that you want to set up.

The default names correspond with the names next to the terminals on the rear panel (such as DVD or VIDEO) which, in turn, correspond with the names on the remote control.

5 Select the input(s) to which you’ve connected your component.

For example, if your DVD player only has an optical output, you will need to change the DVD input function’s Digital In setting from COAX-1 (default) to the optical input you’ve connected it to. The numbering (OPT-1 to 3) corresponds with the numbers beside the inputs on the back of the receiver.

6 When you’re finished, proceed to the settings for other inputs.

There are optional settings in addition to the assignment of the input jacks:

• Input Name – You can choose to rename the inp ut function for easier identification. Select Rename to do so, or Default to return to the system default.

HOME MENU

System Setup

Input Setup

A/V RECEIVER

’ from the

System Setup

Input : DVD

Input Name : Rename Input Skip : OFF

Digital In : COAX-1 HDMI Input : Component In : Comp-1 12V Trigger1 : OFF 12V Trigger2 : OFF

Exit Finish

Home Menu

A/V RECEIVER

---

menu.

1If the speaker is not pointed to the microphone (listening position) or when using speakers that affect the phase (dipole speakers, reflective

speakers, etc.), Reverse Phase may be displayed even if the speakers are properly connected.

2• Depending on the characteristics of your room, sometimes identical sp eakers with cone sizes of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with

different size settings. You can correct the setting manually using the Manual speaker setup on page 114.

• The subwoofer distance setting may be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. This setting should be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to be changed.

• If Full Auto MCACC Setup mea recommend adjusting the settings manually.

surement results are incorrect due to the interaction of the speakers and viewing environment, we

Note

Basic Setup

• Input Skip – When set to ON, that input is skipped when selecting the input using INPUT SELECT. (DVD and other inputs can be still be selected directly with the input function buttons.)

• 12V Trigger1/2 – After connecting a component to one of the 12 volt triggers (see Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger on page 42), select MAIN, ZONE 2, ZONE 3 or OFF for the corresponding trigger setting to switch it on automatically along

with the (main or sub) zone specified.

7 When you’re finished, press

RETURN

You will return to the System Setup menu.

Input function default and possible settings

The terminals on the receiver generally correspond to the name of one of the input functions. If you have connected components to this receiver differently from (or in addition to) the defaults below, see The Input Setup menu on page 45 to tell the receiver how you’ve connected up. The dots () indicate possible assignments.

Input function

DVD COAX-1 

BD (BD)

TV/SAT OPT-1 

DVR/BDR OPT-2 

VIDEO OPT-3 

HDMI 1 

HDMI 2 (HDMI-2)

HDMI 3

HDMI 4

HDMI 5

(front panel)

HOME MEDIA

GALLERY

INTERNET

RADIO

iPod/USB

XM RADIO

CD COAX-2

CD-R/TAPE

TUNER

ADAPTER PORT

PHONO

MULTI CH IN

SIRIUS 

a.With Control with HDMI set to ON, assignments cannot be made

(see Control with HDMI function on page 72). b.SC-37 only. c.SC-35 only. d.SC-37 only.  (assignment possible) for the SC-35.

Digital HDMI

COAX-3

Input Terminals

(HDMI-1)

(HDMI-3)

(HDMI-4)

(HDMI-5)

Component



IN 1



IN 2

IN 3

1 Devices connected to 12 volt triggers can be associated with HDMI OUT switching. For details, see HDMI Setup on page 73.

Basic playback

Note

RECEIVER

Chapter 5:

Basic playback

Important

the receiver operation mode” is indicated in these instructions, use the respective procedure described above.

button. When “set the remote control to

Playing a source

Here are the basic instructions for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system.

1 Switch on your system components and receiver.

Make sure that the TV’s video input is set to this receiver.

2 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

3 Select the input function you want to play.

You can use the input function buttons on the remote control, INPUT SELECT, or the front panel INPUT

SELECTOR dial.

4Press STREAM DIRECT start playback of the source.

If you’re playing a Dolby Digital or DTS surround sound source, you should hear surround sound. If you are playing a stereo source, you will only hear sound from the front left/right speakers in the default listening mode.

•See also Listening to your system on page 59 for information on different ways of listening to sources.

It is possible to check on the front panel display whether or not multi-channel playback is being performed

properly. For details, see Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats on page 138.

When using a surround back speaker, 2D+PLIIx MOVIE is displayed when playing Dolby Digital signals, and DT

S+Neo:6 is

channel signals.

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT (AUTO SURR/ALC

) to select ‘

displayed when playing DTS 5.1-

AUTO SURROUND

’ and

If the display does not correspond to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings.

5 Use the volume control to adjust the volume level.

Turn down the volume of your TV so that all sound is coming from the speakers connected to this receiver.

Playing a source with HDMI connection

• Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then use you’ve connected to (for example,

You can also perform the same operation by using the

INPUT SELECTOR dial on the front panel or by pressing HDMI on the remote control repeatedly.

• Set the HDMI parameter in Setting the Audio options

on page 76 to THROUGH if you want to hear HDMI audio output from your TV (no sound will be heard from this receiver).

• If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display. Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this case, use an analog video connection.

INPUT SELECT

to select the HDMI input

HDMI 1

Selecting the multichannel analog inputs

If you have connected a decoder or a DVD player as above, you must select the analog multichannel inputs for surround sound playback.

1 Make sure you have set the playback source to the proper output setting.

For example, you might need to set your DVD player to output multichannel analog audio.

2 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then use

You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR dial on the front panel.

•Depending on the DVD player you’re using, the analog output level of the subwoofer channel may be too low. In this case, the output level of the subwoofer can be increased by 10 dB in the Multi Ch In Setup in Other Setup. For details, see Multi Channel Input Setup on page 120.

INPUT SELECT

to select

MULTI CH IN

1 If you need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 62). 2 You may need to check the digital audio output settings on your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. It should be set to output Dolby Digital,

DTS and 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz PCM (2 channel) audio, and if there is an MPEG audio option, set this to convert the MPEG audio to PCM.

3• When playback from the multichannel inputs is selected, only the volume and channel levels can be set.

• You can’t listen to your speaker B system during playback from the multichannel inputs.

• With MULTI CH IN inputs, it is possible to play pictures simultaneously. For details, see Multi Channel Input Setup on page 120.

Note

Basic playback

Playing an iPod

This receiver has the iPod/iPhone/USB terminal that will allow you to control playback of audio content from your iPod using the controls of this receiver.

1 Switch on the receiver and your TV.

See Connecting an iPod on page 40.

• It is also possible to operate the iPod on the iPod itself, without using the TV screen. For details, see Switching the iPod controls on page 49.

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

3 Press receiver to the

Set the remote control operation

iPod USB

iPod/USB

SOURCE

on the remote control to switch the

Loading appears in the GUI screen while the receiver

verifies the connection and retrieves data from the iPod. When the display shows the iPod top menu you’re ready

to play music from the iPod.

Playing back audio files stored on an iPod

To navigate songs on your iPod, you can take advantage of the GUI screen of your TV connected to this receiver. You can also control all operations for music in the front panel display of this receiver.

Finding what you want to play

When your iPod is connected to this receiver, you can browse songs stored on your iPod by playlist, artist name, album name, song name, genre or composer, similar to using your iPod directly.

1Use

/

to select ‘Music’ from the iPod top menu.

2Use

/

to select a category, then press

browse that category.

• To return to the previous level any time, press

RETURN.

3Use

/

to browse the selected category (e.g.,

albums).

•Use / to move to previous/next levels.

ENTER

4 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press



to start playback.

Tip

• You can play all of the songs in a particular category

by selecting the All item at the top of each category list. For example, you can play all the songs by a particular artist.

Basic playback controls

This receiver’s remote control buttons can be used for basic playback of files stored on an iPod.

SC-37:

• Set the remote control operation selector switch to

SOURCE, then press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the iPod/USB operation mode.

SOURCE

RECEIVER

VOL

TV CONTROL

INPUT MUTE

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU

BAND

PRESET PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

TUNE

ENTER

TUNE

TOOLS

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

T.EDIT GUIDE

RETURN

STATUS

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

AUTO/ALC/

STANDARD ADV SURR

DIRECT

STEREO

PGM MENU

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

DIMMER

A.ATT

SBch MCACC

HDMI OUT

D.ACCESS

CLASS

ENTER

CLR

SC-35:

•Press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the

iPod/USB operation mode.

STEREO

DIRECT

TUNE

ENTER

TUNE

TOOLS

VIDEO

PARAMETER

RETURN

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU

BAND GUIDE

PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL

T.EDIT

PRESET

SIGNAL SEL

HDD DVD

PHASE

DTV MPX PQLS

HDMI OUT

213

MCACC SLEEP

546

STANDARD

CTRL STATUSTHX

INFO

DISP

ADV SURR

AUDIO

INFO

DISP

1 • This system is compatible with the audio and video of the iPod nano (audio only for the iPod nano 1G/2G), iPod fifth generation (audio only),

iPod classic, iPod touch and iPhone. However, some of the functions may be restricted for some models. The system is not compatible with the iPod shuffle.

•

Compatibility may vary depending on the software version of your iPod and iPhone. Please be sure to use the latest available software

version.

• iPod and iPhone are licensed for reproduction of non-copyrighted materials or materials the user is legally permitted to reproduce.

• Features such as the equalizer cannot be controlled using this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting.

• Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of

recorded material resulting from the iPod failure.

• When listening to a track on the iPod in the main zone, it is possible to control the sub zone, but not to listen to a different track in the sub

zone from the one playing in the main zone.

2 The controls of your iPod will be inoperable when connected to this receiver. 3 • Note that characters that cannot be displayed on this receiver are displayed as #.

• This feature is not available for photos on your iPod. To display photos, switch iPod operation to the iPod (see Switching the iPod controls on

page 49).

4 During Audiobook playback, press / to switch the playback speed: Faster  Normal  Slower

Basic playback

Note

Switching the iPod controls

You can switch over the iPod controls between the iPod and the receiver.

1Press

iPod CTRL

to switch the iPod controls.

This enables operation and display on your iPod, and this receiver’s remote control and GUI screen become

inactive.

2Press

iPod CTRL

again to switch back to the receiver

controls.

Playing a USB device

It is possible to play files2 using the USB interface on the front of this receiver.

1 Switch on the receiver and your TV.

See Connecting a USB device on page 40.

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selector switch to

3Press receiver to the

Set the remote control operation

iPod USB

iPod/USB

SOURCE

on the remote control to switch the

Loading appears in the GUI screen as this receiver starts

recognizing the USB device connected. When the display shows the USB Top menu you’re ready to play from the USB device.

Important

If an Over Current message lights in the display, the power requirements of the USB device are too high for

this receiver. Try following the points below:

•Switch the receiver off, then on again.

• Reconnect the USB device with the receiver switched off.

• Use a dedicated AC adapter (supplied with the device) for USB power.

If this doesn’t remedy the problem, it is likely your USB device is incompatible.

Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory device

The maximum number of levels that you can select in Step 2 (below) is 8. Also, you can display and play back up to 30 000 folders and files within a USB memory

device.

1Use

2Use browse that folder.

1 You cannot use this function, when an iPod of fifth generation or iPod nano of first generation is connected. 2• Compatible USB devices include external magnetic hard drives, portable flash memory drives (particularly key drives) and digital audio

players (MP3 players) of format FAT16/32.

• Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no responsibility for any loss of data that may occur when connected to this receiver.

3Make sure the receiver is in standby when disconnecting the USB device. 4 SC-35 only: The iPod/USB function cannot be selected in the main zone when the Internet radio function is selected in the sub zone. Also, the

iPod/USB function cannot be selected in the sub zone when the Internet radio function is selected in the main zone.

5 Note that non-Roman characters in

the playlist are displa

yed as #.

/

to select ‘Music’ from the

/

to select a folder, then press

USB Top

ENTER

•To return to the previous level any time, press

RETURN.

menu.

Note

AUDIO

PARAMETER

TOP MENU

BAND

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

CATEGORY

LIST

TOOLS

HOME MENU

T.EDIT GUIDE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

SOURCE

RECEIVER

INPUT MUTE

TUNE

PRESET PRESET

MUTE

VOL

TV CONTROL

ENTER

RETURN

Basic playback

3 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press



to start playback.

Basic playback controls

This receiver’s remote control buttons can be used for basic playback of files stored on USB memory devices.

SC-37:

•Set the remote control operation selector switch to

SOURCE, then press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the iPod/USB operation mode.

STATUS

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

AUTO/ALC/

STANDARD ADV SURR

DIRECT

STEREO

PGM MENU

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

DIMMER

SBch MCACC

HDMI OUT

CLASS

ENTER

INFO

DISP

A.ATT

D.ACCESS

CLR

SC-35:

•Press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the

iPod/USB operation mode.

STEREO

DIRECT

STANDARD

TUNE

ENTER

TUNE

TOOLS

VIDEO

PARAMETER

RETURN

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU

BAND GUIDE

PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL

T.EDIT

PRESET

HDD DVD

DTV MPX PQLS

HDMI OUT

SIGNAL SEL

MCACC SLEEP

ADV SURR

CTRL STATUSTHX

PHASE

AUDIO

213

INFO

DISP

546

Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device

1Use

/

menu.

2Use

/

browse that folder.

• To return to the previous level any time, press RETURN.

3 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press

The selected content is displayed in full screen and a slideshow starts.

After a slideshow launches, pressing ENTER toggles between play and pause (only when Theme on the Slideshow Setup is set to Normal (OFF)).

to select ‘

Photo

s’ from the

to select a folder, then press



to start playback.

USB Top

ENTER

Basic playback controls

Button(s) What it does

ENTER,  Starts displaying a photo and playing a slideshow.

RETURN, Stops the player and returns to the previous

menu.







DISP

a.You can only use this button when Theme on the Slideshow Setup

is set to Normal (OFF)

Displays the previous photo content.

Displays the next photo content.

Pauses/unpauses the slideshow.

Displays the photo information.

Slideshow Setup

Make the various settings for playing slideshows of photo files here.

1Use Top

/

menu.

to select ‘

Slideshow Setup

’ from the

USB

2 Select the setting you want.

• Theme – Add various effects to the slideshow.

• Interval – Set the interval for switching the photos. This may not be available depending on the Theme setting.

• BGM – Play music files stored on the USB device while displaying photos.

• Music Select – Select the folder containing the

music files to be played when BGM is set to ON.

3 When you’re finished, press

RETURN

You will return to the USB Top menu.

1• Copyrighted audio files cannot be played back on this receiver.

• DRM-protected audio files cannot be played back on this receiver.

2 Photo files cannot be played in the sub zone. 3 If the slideshow is left in the pause mode for five minutes, the list screen reappears.

Basic playback

About playable file formats

The USB function of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some file formats are not available for playback although they are listed as playable file formats.

Music files

Category Extension Stream

MP3

WAV .wav LPCM Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

WMA .wma

a.“MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.”

b.Files encoded using Windows Media Codec 9 may be playable but some parts of the specification are not supported; specifically, Pro, Lossless,

Voice.

Photo files

Category Extension

JPEG .jpg

.mp3 MPEG-1, 2, 2.5 Audio Layer-3 Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 8 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Quantization bitrate 8 bit, 16 bit

Channel 2 ch, Monaural

.jpeg .jpe .jif .jfif

WMA8/9

Format Meeting the following conditions:

• Baseline JPEG format (including files recorded in Exif/DCF format)

• Y:Cb:Cr - 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0

Resolution 30 to 8184 pixels vertical, 40 to 8184 pixels horizontal

Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 8 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Basic playback

Listening to the radio

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 frequency of the station you want, see Tuning directly to a station below. Once you are tuned to a station you can memorize the frequency for recall later—see Saving station presets below for more on how to do this.

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

2 Press

3 Use BAND to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.

4 Tune to a station.

There are three ways to do this:

Automatic tuning – To search for stations in the currently selected band, press and hold TUNE / for about a second. The receiver will start searching for the next station, stopping when it has found one. Repeat to search for other stations.

Manual tuning – To change the frequency one step at a time, press TUNE /.

High speed tuning – Press and hold TUNE / for high speed tuning. Release the button at the frequency you want.

Improving FM sound

If the TUNED or STEREO indicator doesn’t light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press MPX to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast.

Using the noise cut mode

The two noise cut modes can be used when receiving AM broadcasts. Press MPX to select the noise cut mode (1 to

2).

Using Neural Surround

This feature uses Neural Surround™ technologies to achieve optimal surround sound from FM radio.

• While listening to FM radio, press AUTO/ALC/ DIRECT for Neural Surround.

The Neural Surround mode can be selected also with

STANDARD.

Set the remote control operation

SOURCE

TUNER

to select the tuner.

Tuning directly to a station

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

2 Press

Use

necessary.

4 Press

5 Use the number buttons to enter the frequency of the radio station.

For example, to tune to 106.00 (FM), press 1, 0, 6, 0, 0. If you make a mistake halfway through, press D.ACCESS

twice to cancel the frequency and start over.

Set the remote control operation

SOURCE

TUNER

to select the tuner.

BAND

to change the band (FM or AM),

D.ACCESS

(Direct Access).

Saving station presets

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. This receiver can memorize up to 63 stations, stored in seven banks, or classes (A to G) of 9 stations each.

1 Tune to a station you want to memorize.

See Listening to the radio above for more on this.

2 Press

The display shows PRESET MEMORY, then a blinking memory class.

3 Press press want.

You can also use the number buttons to select a station preset.

4 Press

After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the station.

T.EDIT (TUNER EDIT

CLASS

PRESET /

to select one of the seven classes, then

to select the station preset you

ENTER

Listening to station presets

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

2 Press

3 Press is stored.

Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A to G.

4 Press want.

• You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to recall the station preset.

Set the remote control operation

SOURCE

TUNER

to select the tuner.

CLASS

to select the class in which the station

PRESET /

to select the station preset you

Basic playback

Note

Naming station presets

For easier identification, you can name your station presets.

1 Choose the station preset you want to name.

See Listening to station presets on page 52 for how to do this.

2Press

The display shows PRESET NAME, then a blinking cursor at the first character position.

3 Input the name you want.

Use / to select a character, / to set the position, and ENTER to confirm your selection.

T.EDIT (TUNER EDIT

Tip

•To erase a station name, simply repeat steps 1 to 3 and input eight spaces instead of a name.

• Once you have named a station preset, you can pr ess DISP when listening to a station to switch the display between name and frequency.

Listening to Satellite Radio

To listen to Satellite Radio, you’ll need to connect either a SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio tuner (sold separately) to your satellite-ready receiver. Satellite Radio is available to residents of the US (except Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada.

Satellite Radio delivers a variety of commercial-free music from categories ranging from Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Dance, Jazz, Classical and many more plus coverage of all the top professional and college sports including play by play games from select leagues and teams. Additional programming includes expert sports talk, uncensored entertainment, comedy, family programming, local traffic and weather and news from your most truste

Whether you purchase a SIRIUS or XM tuner, you’ll need to activate and subscribe to begin enjoying the service. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are provided with the satellite tuners. Whichever service you choose, there are a variety of programming packages available, including the option of adding “The Best of SIRIUS” programming to your XM tuner or “The Best of XM” programming to your SIRIUS tuner, enabling you to enjoy the most popular programming among both services. The “Best of” packages are not available to SIRIUS or XM Canada subscribers at this time.

d so

urces.

Family friendly packages are a channels featuring content that may be inappropriate for children.

To subscribe to XM, U.S. customers should visit xmradio.com or call 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346); Canadian customers should visit xmradio.ca or call XM Listener Care at 1-877-GETXMSR (1-877-438-9677).

To subscribe to SIRIUS, U.S. and Canadian customers can call 1-888-539-SIRI (1-888-539-7474) or visit sirius.com (US) or siriuscanada.ca (Canada).

so available to restrict

Listening to XM Radio

For details on XM Radio, see About SIRIUS and XM on page 137.

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

2Press the

XM RADIO

For best reception, you may need to move the XM MiniTuner antenna near a window (the southernmost window should produce the best results).

•If after pressing OPTION 2 (SC-37)/XM (SC-35) the display shows Check XM Tuner or Check Antenna, try disconnecting the receiver and tuner connections,

and then plugging them back in.

After connecting, you will be able to use this receiver to select channels and navigate categories using the GUI

screen.

Selecting channels and browsing by genre

From the XM Channel Guide, you can browse XM Radio channels in the order that they appear, or you can narrow

your channel search by genre.

1Press through the channels one at time with ENTER

to listen to the XM radio broadcast.

•To browse by genre, first press CATEGORY, use / to select a genre, then press ENTER.

• To cancel and exit any time, press RETURN.

Tip

• You can select channels directly by pressing D.ACCESS, then the three-digit channel number.

•You can press DISP to change XM Radio information in the front panel display.

Set the remote control operation

SOURCE

OPTION 2 (SC-37)/XM (SC-35)

input.

/

to enter the XM Channel Guide, navigate

/

to switch to

, then press

1 You can check the strength of reception in Using the XM Menu on page 54. 2 It’s easiest if you have your TV switched on to take advantage of the GUI screens. You can, however, use just the front panel display to do

everything if you prefer.

3 Select 0 (RADIO ID) from the GUI to check the Radio ID of the XM Mini-Tuner.

Note

Basic playback

•The currently selected channel is automatically

chosen (without pressing ENTER) after five seconds.

Using XM HD Surround

XM HD Surround uses Neural Surround™ technologies to achieve optimal surround sound from XM radio. XM HD Surround Sound is available on select XM channels only.

• While listening to XM Radio, press DIRECT

for XM HD Surround listening.

AUTO/ALC/

XM HD Surround can be selected also with STANDARD.

Saving channel presets

This receiver can memorize up to 63 channels, stored in seven banks, or classes (A to G) of 9 channels each.

1 Select the channel you want to memorize.

See Selecting channels and browsing by genre on page 53.

2 Press

T.EDIT

The display shows a blinking memory class.

3 Press press

CLASS

to select one of the seven classes, then

/

to select the channel preset you want.

You can also use the number buttons to select a preset.

• The default for all presets is XM1.

4 Press

ENTER

After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the XM channel.

Tip

•You can also press MEMORY during reception

display to save the information of up to five songs. See Using the XM Menu below to recall this information.

Listening to channel presets

1 Press

CLASS

to select the class in which the channel

is stored.

Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A to G.

2 Press

/

to select the channel preset you want.

• You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to recall the channel preset.

Using the XM Menu

The XM Menu provides additional XM Radio features.

1 Press

2Use

TOP MENU

/

to select a menu item, then press

Choose from the following menu items:

• Channel Skip/Add – Use / and ENTER to select

channels you would like to remove/restore from/to the channel guide.

• Antenna Aiming – Check the strength of satellite

and terrestrial reception.

• Memory Recall – Use / to browse your saved

song information (see Tip above).

3 When you’re finished press

TOP MENU

to return to

the reception display.

ENTER

Listening to SIRIUS Radio

For details on S IRIUS Radi o, see About SIRIUS and XM on page 137.

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

2 Press the SIRIUS input.

For best reception, you may need to move the SiriusConnect™ tuner antenna near a window (refer to the manual for the SiriusConnect™ Home tuner for

antenna placement recommendations).

•If after pressing OPTION 1 (SC-37)/SIRIUS (SC-35) the display shows Antenna Error, try disconnecting the

antenna and reconnecting. Check Sirius Tuner, check the connection of the AC adapter and this receiver to the SiriusConnect™ tuner.

After connecting, you will be able to use this receiver to select channels and navigate categories using the GUI

screen display.

Set the remote control operation

SOURCE

OPTION 1 (SC-37)/SIRIUS (SC-35)

If the display shows

to switch to

1 You can reset the channel presets and memory in Resetting the system on page 82. 2 You can reset the Channel Skip/Add settings in Resetting the system on page 82. 3• In order to activate your radio subscription, you will need the SIRIUS ID (SID) which uniquely identifies your tuner. The SID may be found on

a sticker located on the packaging, or on the bottom of the tuner itself. The label will have a printed 12-digit SID number. When you have located the SID, write it down in the space provided near the end of this manual. Contact SIRIUS on the internet at: https:// activate.siriusradio.com Follow the prompts to activate your subscription, or you can also call SIRIUS toll-free at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474).

• Select 0 (SIRIUS ID) from the on-screen display to check the Radio ID of the SiriusConnect™ tuner (see Selecting channels and browsing by genre on page 55).

4 You can check the strength of reception in Using the SIRIUS Menu on page 5

It’s easiest if you have your TV switched on to take advantage of the GUI screens. You can, however, use just the front panel display to do everything if you prefer.

55.

Basic playback

Note

Selecting channels and browsing by genre

From the SIRIUS Channel Guide, you can browse SIRIUS Radio channels in the order that they appear, or you can narrow your channel search by genre.

1Press navigate through the channels one at time with then press broadcast.

/

to enter the SIRIUS Channel Guide,

/

ENTER

to listen to the SIRIUS radio

•To browse by genre, first press CATEGORY, use /

to select a genre, then press ENTER.

• To cancel and exit any time, press RETURN.

Tip

• You can select channels directly by pressing

D.ACCESS, then the three-digit channel number.

•You can press DISP to change SIRIUS Radio

information in the front panel display.

•The currently selected channel is automatically

chosen (without pressing ENTER) after five seconds.

Saving channel presets

This receiver can memorize up to 63 channels, stored in seven banks, or classes (A to G) of nine channels each.

1 Select the channel you want to memorize.

See Selecting channels and browsing by genre above.

2Press

The display shows a blinking memory class.

3Press press

You can also use the number buttons to select a preset.

4Press

After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the SIRIUS channel.

T.EDIT

CLASS

to select one of the seven classes, then

/

to select the channel preset you want.

ENTER

Using the SIRIUS Menu

The SIRIUS Menu provides additional SIRIUS Radio features.

1Press

2Use

Choose from the following menu items:

3 When you’re finished press the reception display.

TOP MENU

/

• Channel Skip/Add – Use / and ENTER to select

channels you would like to remove/restore from/to the channel guide.

• Parental Lock – Use / and ENTER to select

channels you would like to place under parental lock. Channels put under parental lock are not displayed in the Channel Guide, but may be accessed by dir ectly inputting their channel number and providing the parental lock password.

• Antenna Aiming – Check the strength of satellite

and terrestrial reception.

• Memory Recall – Use / to browse your saved

song information (see Tip above).

• Password Set – Set the parental lo

to select a menu item, then press

ck password.

TOP MENU

ENTER

to return to

Tip

•You can also press MEMORY during reception

display to save the information of up to five songs. See Using the SIRIUS Menu below to recall this information.

Listening to channel presets

1Press is stored.

Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A to G.

2Press

1 You can reset the Channel presets and memory in Resetting the system on p age 82. 2 You can reset the Channel Skip/Add, Parental Lock and Password settings in Resetting the system on page 82.

CLASS

to select the class in which the channel

/

to select the channel preset you want.

• You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to recall the channel preset.

Note

Basic playback

Listening to Internet radio stations

(SC-35 only)

Tip

• This section describes how to listen to Internet radio on the SC-35. On the SC-37, Internet radio is operated with Home Media Gallery. For details, see Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs (SC-37 only) on page 64.

Internet radio is an audio broadcasting service transmitted via the Internet. Internet radio stations broadcasting a variety of services from every corner of the world. Some are hosted, managed, and broadcast by private individuals while others are by the corresponding traditional terrestrial radio stations or radio networks. Whereas terrestrial, or OTA (over-the-air), radio stations are geographically restricted on the range of radio waves broadcast from a transmitter through the air, Internet radio stations are accessible from anywhere in the world, as long as there is a connection to the Internet, as services are not transmitted through the air but are delivered over the World Wide Web.

Important

• Before listening to Internet radio, you need to program the Internet radio stations you wish to listen to onto this unit. See Programming the Internet radio stations below for how to program. Though the Internet radio stations are programmed in this receiver before it leaves the factory, the link may have expired. In that case, preset the stations again yourself.

1 Press input.

NET RADIO

The Internet Radio list screen is displayed.

There are a large number of

to switch to the Internet radio

2Use

/

to select the Internet radio station to play

back, and then press

ENTER

Press / to scroll up and down the list and select the desired item. When you press ENTER, playback starts with the playback screen being displayed for the selected item. Depending on the Internet line conditions, the sound may not be smooth when playing Internet radio.

To return to the list screen, press RETURN.

Programming the Internet radio stations

By programming the Internet radio stations you wish to listen to onto this receiver, you will be able to select those Internet radio stations. You can program up to 24 stations.

There are two methods of programming: one lets you use the GUI screen on this receiver; the other lets you connect your computer and use that screen.

Programming with the GUI screen

1 Press list is displayed.

The Internet Radio Setup screen is displayed.

2Use screen you wish to edit, and then press

3Use

4 Enter the URL of the Internet radio station you wish to program.

Use / to select a letter and / to move the cursor.

5 Enter the title of the Internet radio station.

Use / to select a letter and / to move the cursor.

Programming on the computer screen

You can enter the Internet radio list on the screen of a computer that is connected to the same LAN as this receiver, and send the list to this unit.

The computer needs to be connected in advance to the network of this receiver and set up.

TOP MENU

/

to select the Internet Radio station list

/

•If you select “

when the Internet Radio station

to select “Edit“.

Delete

”, information regarding the

ENTER

Internet radio stations programmed into the currently selected memory will be deleted.

• A URL containing up to 192 letters can be entered.

• A title containing up to 22 letters can be entered.

1 • To listen to Internet radio stations, you must have high-speed broadband Internet access. With a 56 K or ISDN modem, you may not enjoy

the full benefits of Internet radio.

• The port number varies depending on the Internet radio station. Check the firewall settings.

• Broadcasts may be stopped or interrupted depending on the Internet radio station. In this case, you cannot listen to a radio station selected

from the list of Internet radio stations.

2 The Internet radio function cannot be selected in the main zone when the iPod/USB function is selected in the sub zone. Also, the Internet

radio function cannot be selected in the sub zone when the iPod/USB function is selected in the main zone.

3 When the list screen is displayed from the playback screen, the playback screen reappears automatically if no operation is performed for 10

seconds while the list screen is displayed.

4 The URL can also be entered by connecting a USB keyboard (see Connecting a USB device on page 40).

Basic playback

Note

1 Turn on the computer and launch the Internet browser.

2 In the address bar on the browser, enter the IP address assigned to this receiver.

For example, if the IP address of this receiver is “192.168.0.2”, enter “http://192.168.0.2/”.

When the connection is made with the receiver, a Top Menu will be displayed.

•This receiver’s IP address can be found in the ‘IP address, Proxy’ menu (page 117).

3 Select ‘Internet Radio Setting’.

The following programming screen will be shown on the browser.

Top Menu

Update

Top Menu

Connection OK

Pioneer

Internet Radio Setting

J-POP

Title

http://www.xxxxxxx.net:9500

URL Title

URL

Rock

Title

http://www.xxxxxxx.com:8096

URL

Classic

Title

http://www.yyyyyyy.com:8800

URL Title

URL

STATION6

Title

http://zzzzzzz.com:7040

URL Title

URL

ENKA

Title

http://www.zyxzyx.com:6000

URL

Bluetooth

ADAPTER for Wireless

Enjoyment of Music

Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: cell phone

This receiver

Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device: Digital music player

Music data

Device not

equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology: Digital music player + Bluetooth audio transmitter (sold commercially)

Bluetooth

ADAPTER

4 Enter the title and URL of the Internet radio station you wish to program, then press ‘Update’.

The entered information will be transmitted to the receiver.

The connection to the URL designated from the computer will be confirmed:

If connection is successful, ‘Connection OK’ will be displayed on screen, and the selected Internet radio station will begin playing via this receiver.

If the connection failed, ‘Connection NG’ will be displayed. Check to see if the URL you entered is correct.

Important

•‘Connection OK’ and ‘Connection NG’ are only displayed when this receiver is set to the Internet radio function.

•When entering the title and URL of Internet radio station, do not press ‘Update’ while you are connected to other stations (i.e., labelled as “Connecting...”).

Remote control operation

Wireless music play

When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. AS-

BT100)

is connected to this unit, a product equipped

with Bluetooth wireless technology (portable cell phone, digital music player, etc.) can be used to listen to music wirelessly. Also, by using a commercially available transmitter supporting Bluetooth wireless technology, you can listen to music on a device not equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology. The AS-BT100 model supports SCMS-T contents protection, so music can also be enjoyed on devices equipped with SCMS-T type Bluetooth wireless technology.

Remote control operation

The remote control supplied with this unit allows you to play and stop media, and perform other operations.

1The Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100) is sold separately. 2 • It must be necessary that the Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device supports AVRCP profiles.

• Remote control operations cannot be guaranteed for all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices.

Note

HDMI OUT

DTV MPX PQLS

PHASE

CTRL STATUSTHX

STEREODIRECT

STANDARD

ADV SURR

AUDIO

HDD DVD

213

Basic playback

Pairing the

Bluetooth

ADAPTER and

Bluetooth

wireless technology device

“Pairing” must be done before you start playback of

Bluetooth wireless technology content using the Bluetooth ADAPTER. Make sure to perform pairing the

first time you operate the system or any time pairing data is cleared. The pairing step is necessary to register the Bluetooth wireless technology device to enable Bluetooth communications. operating instructions of your Bluetooth wireless technology device.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

2 Select ‘

3 Select ‘

4 Select ‘ ENTER

5 Select the ‘

Select the same passcode as the Bluetooth wireless technology device you wish to connect.

• 0000/1234/8888 – Select the passcode from these

options. These are the passcodes that can be used in most cases.

• Others – Select to use a passcode other than those

mentioned above.

6 If you selected

Use / to select a number and / to move the cursor.

7 Follow the instructions displayed on the GUI screen to conduct pairing with the technology device.

Switch on the Bluetooth wireless technology device that you want to make pair, place it near the receiver and set it to the pairing mode.

8 Check to see that the detected by the

When the Bluetooth wireless technology device is connected:

CONNECTED appears in the receiver display.

When the Bluetooth wireless technology device is not connected:

Go back to the passcode setting in step 5. In this case, perform the connection operation from the Bluetooth

wireless technology device.

For more details, see also the

HOME MENU

System Setup

Other Setup

’, then press

Pairing Bluetooth Device

Passcode

’ setting you want.

Others

in step 5, enter the passcode.

Bluetooth

wireless technology device.

ENTER

’, then press

wireless

ADAPTER is

9From the select selected in step 5.

Listening to music contents of a

Bluetooth

wireless technology device list,

ADAPTER and enter the Passcode

Bluetooth

wireless technology device with your system

SC-37 only:

selector switch to

2 Press receiver to

3From the perform the operation to connect to the ADAPTER.

4 Start playback of music contents stored on the

Bluetooth

This receiver’s remote control buttons can be used for basic playback of files stored on Bluetooth wireless technology devices.

SC-37:

SC-35:

The Bluetooth trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Pioneer Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Set the remote control operation

SOURCE

ADAPTER

ADAPTER PORT

Bluetooth

on the remote control to switch the

input.

wireless technology device,

wireless technology device.

SOURCE

RECEIVER

VOLCH

VOL

word mark and logos are registered

STATUS

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

STEREO

PGM MENU

Bluetooth

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

STANDARD ADV SURR

1• Pairing is required when you first use the Bluetooth wireless technology device and Bluetooth ADAPTER.

• To enable Bluetooth communication, pairing should be done with both your system and Bluetooth wireless technology device.

2 The system can display alphanumeric characters only. Other characters may not be displayed correctly. 3The passcode may in some cases be referred to as PASSKEY or PIN code. 4 When the Bluetooth ADAPTER is not plugged into the ADAPTER PORT, NO ADAPTER will be displayed if ADAPTER PORT input is selected. 5• Bluetooth wireless technology device should be compatible with AVRCP profile.

• Depending on the Bluetooth wireless technology device you use, operation may differ from what is shown in the remote control buttons.

Listening to your system

RECEIVER

Note

Chapter 6:

Listening to your system

Important

the receiver operation mode” is indicated in these instructions, use the respective procedure described above.

• The listening modes and many features described in this section may not be available depending on the current source, settings and status of the receiver.

button. When “set the remote control to

Auto playback

There are many ways to listen back to sources using this receiver, but the simplest, most direct listening option is

the Auto Surround feature. The receiver automatically detects what kind of source you’re playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press DIRECT

( playback of a source. AUTO SURROUND shows briefly in the display before

showing the decoding or playback format. Check the digital format indicators in the front panel display to see how the source is being processed.

AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT

•If the source is Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround encoded, the proper decoding format will automatically be selected and shows in the display.

• When listening to the FM radio, the Neural Surround feature is selected automatically (see Using Neural Surround on page 52 for more on this).

• When listening to the ADAPTER PORT input, the SOUND RETRIEVER AIR feature is selected automatically (see Listening in stereo on page 61 for more on this).

• When listening to XM Radio, the XM HD Surround feature is selected automatically (see Using XM HD Surround on page 54 for more on

AUTO/ALC/

) for auto

this).

ALC – In the A equalizes playback sound levels.

OPTIMUM SURR (SC-37 only) – In the Optimum Surround mode, this receiver automatically optimizes sound balance in each scene based on actually set volume. The sound balancer controls three major theater sound elements dialogue, bass and surround with original algorithm.

•When ALC is selected, the effect level can be adjusted using the EFFECT parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 76.

uto level control (ALC) mode, this receiver

Tip

Listening in surround sound

Using this receiver, you can listen to any source in surround sound. However, the options available will depend on your speaker setup and the type of source you’re listening to.

Standard surround sound

The following modes provide basic surround sound for stereo and multichannel sources.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press (

STANDARD SURROUND

If necessary, press repeatedly to select a listening mode.

•If the source is Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround encoded, the proper decoding format will automatically be selected and shows in the display.

With two channel sources, you can select from:

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE – (surround back)

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC – (surround back)

• 2 Pro Logic IIx GAME – Up to 7.1 channel sound

(surround back), especially suited to video games

• 2 PRO LOGIC – 4.1 channel surround sound (sound

from the surround speakers is mono)

, especially suited to movie sources

, especially suited to music sources

STANDARD

Up to 7.1 channel sound

1If the surround back speakers are not connected or V.SB is switched OFF (page 76), 2 Pro Logic IIx becomes 2 Pro Logic II (5.1 channel

sound).

2 When listening to 2-channel sources in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode, there are three further parameters you can adjust: C.WIDTH,

DIMENSION and PANORAMA. See Setting the Audio options on page 76 to adjust them.

Note

Listening to your system

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT – Up to 7.1 channel sound

(front height)

•

WIDE SURROUND MOVIE

(front wide), especially suited to movie sources

– Up to 7.1 channel sound

• WIDE SURROUND MUSIC – Up to 7.1 channel sound

(front wide), especially suited to music sources

• Neo:6 CINEMA – 7.1 channel sound (surround

back), especially suited to movie sources

• Neo:6 MUSIC – 7.1 channel sound (surround back),

especially suited to music sources

• Neural Surround – Up to 7.1 channel sound

(surround back), especially suited to music sources

• XM HD Surround – Up to 7.1 channel sound,

especially suited to music sources

With multichannel sources, if you have connected surround back, front height or front wide speakers, you can

select (according to format):

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE – See above

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC – See above

• Dolby Digital EX – Creates surround back channel

sound for 5.1 channel sources and provides pure decoding for 6.1 channel sources (like Dolby Digital Surround EX)

• DTS-ES – Allows you to hear 6.1 channel playback

with DTS-ES encoded sources

• DTS Neo:6 – Allows you to hear 6.1 channel playback

with DTS encoded sources

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT – See above

• WIDE SURROUND MOVIE – See above

• WIDE SURROUND MUSIC – See above

•Straight Decode – Plays back without the effects above.

Using the Home THX modes

THX and Home THX are technical standards created by THX Ltd. for cinema and home theater sound. Home THX is designed to make home theater audio sound more like what you hear in a cinema.

Different THX options will be available depending on the source and the setting for surround back channel processing (see THX Audio Setting on page 117 for more on this).

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

• Press

THX (HOME THX

) to select a listening mode.

With two channel sources, press THX repeatedly to select a matrix-decoding process for the THX CINEMA mode (see THX Audio Setting on page 117 for an explanation of each process):

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE+THX CINEMA

• 2 PRO LOGIC+THX CINEMA

• Neo:6 CINEMA+THX CINEMA

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC+THX MUSIC

• Neo:6 MUSIC+THX MUSIC

• 2 Pro Logic IIx GAME+THX GAMES

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT+THX CINEMA

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT+THX MUSIC

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT+THX GAMES

• THX ULTRA2/SELECT2 GAMES

With multichannel sources, press THX (HOME THX) repeatedly to select from:

• THX Surround EX – Allows you to hear 6.1 or 7.1

channel playback with 5.1 channel sources

• Neo:6 CINEMA+THX CINEMA

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE+THX CINEMA

• THX ULTRA2/SELECT2 CINEMA

– Allows you to

hear 7.1 channel playback with 5.1 channel sources

• 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC+THX MUSIC

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT+THX CINEMA

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT+THX MUSIC

• 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT+THX GAMES

•

THX ULTRA2/SELECT2 MUSIC6 – This mode is suited

not only for sources recorded in Dolby Digital and DTS, but also to all multi-channel music sources (DVDAudio, etc.).

• THX ULTRA2/SELECT2 GAMES6 – This mode is

suited to playing the sound of games.

1• This mode can only be selected when Speaker System is set to Normal(SB/FH).

• When listening sources in 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT mode, you can also adjust the H.GAIN effect (see Setting the Audio options on page 76). 2

This mode can only be selected when Speaker System is set to Normal(SB/FW).

3 When listening to 2-channel sources in Neo:6 Cinema or Neo:6 Music mode, you can also adjust the center image effect (see Setting the Audio

options on page 76).

4 Neural Surround can be selected for 2-channel signals for which the input signal is PCM (48 kHz or less), Dolby Digital, DTS or analog 2-

channel sources.

5 XM HD Surround can be selected only with the XM input. 6• ULTRA2 for the SC-37, SELECT2 for the SC-35.

• Unavailable with only one surround back speaker connected or not connected.

Listening to your system

Note

FOCUS position

(Recommended)

WIDE position

Front left

speaker

Front right

speaker

Front left

speaker

Front right

speaker

Using the Advanced surround effects

The Advanced surround effects can be used for a variety of additional surround sound effects. Most Advanced Surround modes are designed to be used with film soundtracks, but some modes are also suited for music sources. Try different settings with various soundtracks to see which you like.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2Press repeatedly to select a listening mode.

ADV SURR (ADVANCED SURROUND

)

• ACTION – Designed for action movies with dynamic

soundtracks

• DRAMA – Designed for movies with lots of dialog

• SCI-FI – Designed for science fiction with lots of

special effects

• MONO FILM – Creates surround sound from mono

soundtracks

• ENT.SHOW – Suitable for musical sources

• EXPANDED – Creates an extra wide stereo field

• TV SURROUND – Provides surround sound for both

mono and stereo TV sources

• ADVANCED GAME – Suitable for video games

• SPORTS – Suitable for sports programs

• CLASSICAL – Gives a large concert hall-type sound

• ROCK/POP – Creates a live concert sound for rock

and/or pop music

• UNPLUG

ED – Suitable for acoustic music sources

• EXT.STEREO – Gives multichannel sound to a stereo

source, using all of your speakers

• PHONES SURR – When listening through

headphones, you can still get the effect of overall surround.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press

STEREO

for stereo

playback.

Press repeatedly to switch between:

• STEREO – The audio is heard with your sound

settings and you can still use the audio options.

• F.S.SURR FOCUS – See Using Front Stage Surround

Advance below for more on this.

• F.S.SURR WIDE – See Using Front Stage Surround

Advance below for more on this.

• SOUND RETRIEVER AIR

– Suitable for listening to

the sound from a Bluetooth wireless technology device.

Using Front Stage Surround Advance

The Front Stage Surround Advance function allows you to create natural surround sound effects using just the front speakers and the subwoofer.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press Front Stage Surround Advance modes.

• STEREO – See Listening in stereo above for more on

this.

• F.S.SURR FOCUS – Use to provide a rich surround

sound effect directed to the center of where the front left and right speakers sound projection area converges.

• F.S.SURR WIDE – Use to provide a surround sound effect to a wider area than FOCUS mode.

STEREO

to select

Tip

• When an Advanced Surround listening mode is selected, the effect level can be adjusted using the

EFFECT parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 76.

Listening in stereo

When you select STEREO, you will hear the source through just the front left and right speakers (and possibly your subwoofer depending on your speaker settings). Multichannel sources are downmixed to stereo.

1The SOUND RETRIEVER AIR listening mode can only selected when the ADAPTER PORT input.

Note

Listening to your system

Using Stream Direct

Use the Stream Direct modes when you want to hear the truest possible reproduction of a source. All unnecessary signal processing is bypassed, and you’re left with the pure analog or digital sound source. Processing differs depending on the input signal and whether or not surround back speakers are connected. For details, see

Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats on page 138.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press DIRECT

(

AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT

the mode you want.

Check the digital format indicators in the front panel display to see how the source is being processed.

• AUTO SURROUND – See Auto playback on page 59.

• ALC – Listening in Auto level control mode (page 59).

• DIRECT – Plays back sound from the source with the least modification next to PURE DIRECT. With

DIRECT, the only modifications added to PURE DIRECT playback are calibration of the sound field by

the MCACC system and the Phase Control effect.

• PURE DIRECT – Plays back unmodified sound from source with only minimal digital treatment. No sound is output from the Speaker B in this mode.

• OPTIMUM SURR (SC-37 only) – Listening in Optimum Surround mode (page 59).

AUTO/ALC/

) to select

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press

MCACC

Press repeatedly to select one of the six MCACC presets1. See Data Management on page 112 to check and manage your current settings.

Choosing the input signal

On this receiver, it is possible to switch the input signals for the different inputs as described below.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

2 Press

SIGNAL SEL

to select the input signal

corresponding to the source component.

Each press cycles through the options as follows:

• AUTO – The receiver selects the first available signal in the following order: HDMI; DIGITAL; ANALOG.

• ANALOG – Selects an analog signal.

• DIGITAL – Selects an optical or coaxial digital signal.

• HDMI – Selects an HDMI signal.

• PCM – For PCM input signals.4 The receiver selects the first available signal in the following order: HDMI; DIGITAL.

When set to DIGITAL, HDMI or AUTO (only selected DIGITAL or HDMI), the indicators light according to the signal being decoded (see Display on page 16).

Better sound using Phase Control

Selecting MCACC presets

•Default setting: MEMORY 1

If you have calibrated your system for different listening positions, you can switch between settings to suit the kind of source you’re listening to and where you’re sitting (for example, watching movies from a sofa, or playing a video game close to the TV).

1 • These settings have no effect when headphones are connected.

• You can also press / to select the MCACC preset.

2 • This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32 kHz to 192 kHz), DTS (including DTS 96/24) and WMA9 Pro digital signal formats.

The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are: Dolby Digital, DTS, WMA9 Pro, PCM (32 kHz to 192 kHz), Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-HD Master Audio and SACD.

• You may get digital noise when an LD, CD, DVD or BD player compatible with DTS is playing an analog signal. To prevent noise, make the proper digital connections (page 34) and set the signal input to DIGITAL.

• Some DVD players don’t output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player.

3 When the HDMI audio output parameter is set to THROUGH, the sound will be heard t 4 • This is useful if you find there is a slight delay before AUTO recognizes the PCM signal on a CD, for instance.

• When PCM is selected, noise may be output during playback of non-PCM sources. Please select another input signal if this is a problem.

This receiver’s Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to make sure your sound source arrives at the listening position in phase, preventing unwanted distortion and/or coloring of the sound.

hrough you

r TV, not from this receiver.

Listening to your system

Note

Phase Control technology provides coherent sound reproduction through the use of phase matching

for an optimal sound image. The default setting is on and we recommend leaving Phase Control switched on for all sound sources.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode.

•Press

PHASE CTRL (PHASE CONTROL

) to switch on phase correction. The PHASE CONTROL indicator on the front panel lights.

Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control

(SC-37 only)

This receiver is equipped with the two types of functions that correct phase distortion and group delay: Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control. Activating Full Band Phase Control is strongly recommended because it also involves the effects of Phase Control.

The Full Band Phase Control feature calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers connected.

Standard speakers designed exclusively for audio use generally reproduce sound with the divided frequency bands output from a speaker system consisting of multiple speakers (in case of typical 3-way speakers, for instance, the tweeter, the squawker (midrange), an woof

er output sound in the high-, middle-, and lowfrequency ranges, respectively). Though these speakers are designed to flatten the frequency-amplitude characteristics across wide ranges, there are cases

d the

where the group delay characteristics are not effectively flattened. This phase distortion of the speakers subsequently causes group delay (the delay of lowfrequency sound against high-frequency sound) during audio signal playback.

This receiver analyzes the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers by measuring test signals output from t

he speak

ers with the supplied microphone,

therefore flattening the analyzed frequency-phase characteristics during audio signal playback

– the same correction is made for a pair of left and right speakers. This correction minimizes group delay between the ranges of a speaker and improves the frequency-phase characteristics across all ranges.

Furthermore, the enhanced frequency-phase characteristics between channels ensure better

surround sound integration for multichannel setting.

Set the remote control to the receiver operation

mode.

Press PHASE CTRL (PHASE CONTROL) to select

FULLBAND PHASE.

Both the Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control functions are switched on. The FULL BAND and

indicator, on the front panel lights.

1 • Phase matching is a very important factor in achieving proper sound reproduction. If two waveforms are ‘in phase’, they crest and trough

together, resulting in increased amplitude, clarity and presence of the sound signal. If a crest of a wave meets a trough, then the sound will be ‘out of phase’ and an unreliable sound image will be produced.

• The PHASE CONTROL feature is available even when the headphones are plugged in.

• If your subwoofer has a phase control switch, set it to the plus (+) sign (or 0°). However, the effect you can actually feel when

PHASE CONTROL is set to ON on this receiver depends on the type of your subwoofer. Set your subwoofer to maximize the effect. It is also recommended you try

• Set the built-in lowpass filter switch of your subwoofer to off. If this cannot be done on your subwoofer, set the cutoff frequency to a higher value.

• If the speaker distance is not properly set, you may not have a maximized PHASE CONTROL effect.

• The PHASE CONTROL mode cannot be set to ON in the following cases: – When the PURE DIRECT mode is switched on. – When MULTI CH IN input is selected. – When the HDMI audio output parameter is set to THROUGH in Setting the Audio options on page 76.

2 To calibrate and analyze the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers, either follow the Full Auto MCACC procedure under Advanced

MCACC (see Automatically conducting optimum s under Advanced MCACC to Full Band Phase Ctrl. Select ALL when you perform the Auto MCACC with Auto MCACC menu. Upon calibration of the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers, the Full Band Phase Ctrl feature is automatically switched on.

3 The original characteristics of group delay of the speakers calibrated and the targeted characteristics after correction can be displayed

graphically in the GUI screen (see Group Delay (SC-37 only) on page 111). Also, by transferring the measurement data to the computer us a USB devic displayed in 3-dimension on your PC (see Output MCACC data on page 112).

4The Full Band Phase Ctrl mode cannot be set to ON in the following cases:

– When headphones are plugged in. – When the PURE DIRECT mode is switched on. – When MULTI CH IN input is selected. – When the HDMI audio output parameter is set to THROUGH in Setting the Audio options on page 76.

changing the orientation or the place

e, the original characteristics of group delay of the speakers calibrated and the corrected characteristics of group delay can be

of your subwoofer.

und tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 43), or set Auto MCACC menu under Auto MCACC

ing

Note

Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs (SC-37 only)

Chapter 7:

Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs (SC-37 only)

Introduction

The Home Media Gallery allows you to play music on media servers connected on an identical Local Area

Enjoying the Home Media Gallery

This receiver’s Home Media Gallery function allows you to listen to audio files or listen to Internet radio stations on a computer or other component connected to the receiver’s LAN terminal. This chapter describes the setup and playback procedures required to enjoy these features. It is advisory that you also refer to the operation

manual supplied with your network component.

Features of Home Media Gallery

This receiver is equipped with the LAN terminal and you can enjoy the following features by connecting your components to these terminals.

• Playback the music files stored in PCs

You can playback a lot of musics stored in your PCs using this unit.

See Playback with Home Media Gallery on page 65 and Playing back audio files stored on components on the network on page 65.

• Listening to Internet radio stations

You can select and listen to your favorite Internet radio station from the list of Internet radio stations

created, edited, and managed by the vTuner database service exclusively for use with the Pioneer products.

See Playback with Home Media Gallery on page 65 and Listening to Internet radio stations on page 66.

• Listening to Rhapsody, Sirius or Neural Music Direct

See Listening to Rhapsody on page 66. See Listening to Sirius Internet Radio on page 67. See Listening to Neural Music Direct on page 67.

Network (LAN) as the receiver. This unit allows for the playing of files stored on the following:

•PCs running Microsoft Windows Vista or XP with Windows Media Player 11 installed

•PCs running Microsoft Windows 7 with Windows Media Player 12 installed

•DLNA-compatible digital media servers (on PCs or other components)

Files stored in a PC or DMS (Digital Media Server) as described above can be played via command from an external Digital Media Controller (DMC). Devices controlled by this DMC to play files are called DMRs (Digital Media Renderers). This receiver supports this DMR function. When in the DMR mode, such operat

ying and stopping files can be performed from the

as pla external controller. Volume adjustment and the muting

control are also possible. the remote control unit is operated while in the DMR mode (aside from certain buttons, including the VOL +/– , MUTE and DISP).

To play back audio files stored on components on the network or listen to Internet radio stations, you must turn on the DHCP server function of your router. In case your router does not have the built-in DHCP server function, it is necessary to set up the network manually. Otherwise, you cannot play back audio files stored on components on the network or listen to Internet radio stations. See Network Setup menu on page 117 for more on this.

The DMR mode is canceled if

ions

Authorizing this receiver

In order to be able to play with Home Media Gallery, this receiver must be authorized. This happens automatically

when the receiver makes a connection over the network to the PC. If not, please authorize this receiver manually on

1 • To listen to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) beforehand.

• Photo or video files cannot be played back.

• With Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Player 12, you can even play back copyrighted audio files on this receiver.

2 Besides a PC, you can also play back audio files stored on your other components with the built-in media server function based on DLNA 1.0

or DLNA 1.5 framework and protocols (i.e. network-capable hard disks and audio systems).

3Depending on the external controller being used, playback may be interrupted when the volume is adjusted from the controller. In this case,

adjust the volume from the receiver or remote control.

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Note

the PC. The authorization (or permission) method for access varies depending on the type of server currently being connected. For more information on authorizing this receiver, refer to the instruction manual of your server.

Playback with Home Media Gallery

Important

• When you play back audio files, ‘Connecting...’ is

displayed before playback starts. The display may continue for several seconds depending on the type of file.

• In case a domain is configured in a Windows network environment, you cannot access a PC on the network while you are logged onto the domain. Instead of logging onto the domain, log onto the local machine.

•There are cases where the time elapsed may not be correctly displayed.

1 Set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE

2Press input function.

It may take several seconds for this receiver to access the network. The following screen appears when the Home Media Gallery is selected as the input function. The number next to indicates the number of connected servers.

The server without the mark cannot be accessed.

3Use back, and then press

Select a category from the following list:

HMG

to select Home Media Gallery as the

Top Menu

A/V RECEIVER

Internet Radio

Rhapsody Sirius Neural Music Direct

******

Favorites Recently Played Setup

1/8

/

to select the category you want to play

ENTER

• Internet Radio – Internet radio

• Rhapsody – Rhapsody music broadcast service

• Sirius – Internet radio that supports Sirius

• Neural Music Direct – Internet radio that supports Neural Surround

Server Name

•

– Server components on the network

• Favorites – Favorite songs currently being registered

• Recently played – Internet Radio listening history (most recent 20 incidents)

Depending on the selected category, the names of folders, files, and Internet radio stations are displayed.

4Use radio station to play back, and then press

/

to select the folder, music files or Internet

ENTER

Press / to scroll up and down the list and select the desired item. When you press ENTER, playback starts with the playback screen being displayed for the selected

item. To return to the list screen, press RETURN.

Only audio files with the mark can be played. In case of the folders with the mark, use / and ENTER to select the desired folder and audio files.

5 Repeat step 4 to play back the desired song.

For detailed operating instructions, refer to the section shown below.

• Internet radio stations – See Listening to Internet radio stations on page 66.

•Rhapsody – See Listening to Rhapsody on page 66.

•Sirius – See Listening to Sirius Internet Radio on page 67.

•Neural Music Direct – See Listening to Neural Music Direct on page 67.

•Server – See Playing back audio files stored on components on the network below.

Playing back audio files stored on components on the network

You can perform the following operations with the remote control of this receiver. Note that some buttons are not available for operation depending on the category currently being played back.

• Set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE, then press HMG to switch the remote control to the HOME MEDIA GALLERY operation mode.

SOURCE

RECEIVER

VOL

TV CONTROL

INPUT MUTE

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU

BAND

PRESET PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

TUNE

ENTER

TUNE

TOOLS

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

T.EDIT GUIDE

RETURN

STATUS

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

AUTO/ALC/

STANDARD ADV SURR

DIRECT

STEREO

PGM MENU

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

DIMMER

A.ATT

SBch MCACC

HDMI OUT

D.ACCESS

CLASS

ENTER

CLR

INFO

DISP

1 When the list screen is displayed from the playback screen, the playback screen reappears automatically if no operation is performed for 10

seconds while the list screen is displayed.

Note

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2Use

/

Listening to Internet radio stations

Internet radio is an audio broadcasting service transmitted via the Internet. There are a large number of Internet radio stations broadcasting a variety of services from every corner of the world. Some are hosted, managed, and broadcast by private individuals while others are by the corresponding traditional terrestrial radio stations or radio networks. Whereas terrestrial, or OTA (over-the-air), radio stations are geographically restricted on the range of ra

dio waves broa transmitter through the air, Internet radio stations are accessible from anywhere in the world, as long as there is a connection to the Internet, as services are not transmitted through the air but are delivered over the World Wide Web. On this receiver you can select Internet radio stations by genre as well as by region.

Depending on the Internet line conditions, the sound may not be smooth when playing Internet radio.

About list of Internet radio

The list of Internet radio stations on this receiver is created, edited, and managed by the vTuner database service exclusively for use with this receiver. For details about vTuner, see vTuner on page 71.

Saving and retrieving Internet radio stations

You can easily save and retrieve saved Internet radio stations. See Advanced operations for Internet radio on

page 67 for more on this.

Registering broadcast stations not on the vTuner list from the special Pioneer site

With the receiver, broadcast stations not included on the list of station distributed by vTuner can be registered and played. Check the access code required for registration on the receiver, use this access code to access the special Pioneer Internet radio site and register the desired broadcast stations in your favorites. The address of the special Pioneer Internet radio site is: http://www.radio-pioneer.com

1 Display the Internet Radio list screen.

To display the Internet Radio list screen, perform steps 1 to 3 at Playback with Home Media Gallery on page 65.

dcast from a

to select ‘

3Use

/

ENTER

to select ‘

The access code required for registration on the special Pioneer Internet radio site is displayed. Make a memo of this address.

The following can be checked on the Help screen:

• Get access code – The access code required for

registration on the special Pioneer Internet radio site is displayed.

• Show Your WebID/PW – After registering on the

special Pioneer Internet radio site, the registered ID and password are displayed.

• Reset Your WebID/PW – Resets all the information

registered on the special Pioneer Internet radio site. Wh

n reset, all the registered broadcast stations are also cleared. If you want to listen to the same stations, re-register after resetting.

4 Access the special Pioneer Internet radio site from your computer and perform the registration process.

http://www.radio-pioneer.com Access the above site and use the access code in step 3 to perform user registration, following the instructions on the screen.

5 Register the desired broadcast stations as your favorites, following the instructions on the computer’s screen.

Both broadcast stations not on the vTuner list and stations on the vTuner list can be registered. In this case they are registered on the receiver as favorite broadcast stations and can be played.

Listening to Rhapsody

Rhapsody is a paid digital music broadcast service provided by RealNetworks. Rhapsody offers 30-day free

trial. Access the website in order to set up a trial account: http://www.rhapsody.com/pioneer/signup

• You must have a registered account in order to listen

to songs using Rhapsody. For details, see Checking about the Accounts on page 68.

•As of April 2010, the Rhapsody service is only offered in the United States.

• Some functions may be changed at Rhapsody’s discretion.

Help

Get access code

’, then press

ENTER

’, then press

1 • To listen to Internet radio stations, you must have high-speed broadband Internet access. With a 56 K or ISDN modem, you may not enjoy

the full benefits of Internet radio.

• The port number varies depending on the Internet radio station. Check the firewall settings.

• A list of Internet radio stations provided by the vTuner database service is subject to change or deletion without notice due to various reasons.

• Broadcasts may be stopped or interrupted depending on the Internet radio station. In this case, you cannot listen to a radio station selected from the list of Internet radio stations.

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Listening to Sirius Internet Radio

Check the website below to listen to Sirius Internet Radio: http://www.sirius.com/siriusinternetradio

• You must have a registered account in order to listen to songs using Sirius Internet Radio. For details, see Checking about the Accounts on page 68.

• Some functions may be changed at Sirius’s discretion.

Listening to Neural Music Direct

Neural Music Direct is an Internet radio station managed and operated by Neural Audio. Neural radio stations deliver multichannel surround sound. The Neural Surround mode is automatically selected and lets you enjoy a rich multichannel surround sound experience.

Neural Surround is a trademark owned by Neural Audio Corporation.

Playing back your favorite songs

You can register u p to 20 of your favorite songs or Internet radio stations in the Favorites folder. Note that only the audio files stored on components on the network can be registered.

Registering and deleting audio files and Internet radio stations in and from the Favorites folder

Press PGM while a song is being played back or stopped. The selected song is then registered in the Favorites folder.

Up to 20 songs or Internet radio stations can be registered.

To delete a registered song, select the Favorites folder, select the song you want to delete from the folder, and press CLR. The selected song is then deleted from the Favorites folder.

Advanced operations for Internet radio

Saving Internet radio stations

This receiver can remember the Internet radio stations that you often listen to in seven classes (A to G) with up to nine stations in each class to make the total of 63 stations at its maximum capacity.

1 Set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE

2 Tune into the Internet radio station that you want to save.

Tune into the desired Internet radio station by following Steps 2 to 4 on page 65.

3Press

4Press save the station in.

Select the desired class from A to G.

5Use save the station as, and then press ENTER.

You can also select the station number by using the number buttons. Select the desired number from 1 to 9.

Retrieving saved Internet radio stations

You need to save Internet radio stations first before retrieving them. If there are no Internet radio stations

currently being saved, see Saving Internet radio stations above and save at least one Internet radio station before proceeding with the following steps.

1 Set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE

2 Select the class that you want to retrieve an Internet radio station from.

Each time you press CLASS, the class switches to A to G in turn.

3Use want to retrieve.

You can also select the station number by using the number buttons.

‘Preset Not Stored’ appears when you select an Internet radio station currently not being saved.

T.EDIT

to switch to the station-saving mode.

CLASS

to select the class that you want to

/

to select the number that you want to

/

to select the station number that you

Note

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DLNA

Checking about the Accounts

Screen concerning Rhapsody or Sirius Internet Radio account registration.

Before proceeding with the following steps, check whether you have followed Steps from 1 to 2 on page 65.

1 Select ‘

2 Select selection.

3 Select

The contents below can be checked when Rhapsody is selected.

• Sign in to Rhapsody (Set Account)

• Account Info

The contents below can be checked when Sirius is selected.

• Set Account

When disposing of the product, we recommend you reset it to delete the data. See Resetting the system on page 82.

About network playback

The network playback function of this unit uses the following technologies:

Windows Media Player

See Windows Media Player 11/ Windows Media Player 12 on page 71 for more on this.

Windows Media DRM

Microsoft Windows Media Digital Rights Management (WMDRM) is a platform to protect and securely deliver content for playback on computers, portable devices and network devices. Home Media Gallery functions as a WMDRM 10 for networked devices. WMDRM protected content can only be played on media servers supporting WMDRM.

Content owners use WMDRM technology to protect their intellectual property, including copyrights. This device uses WMDRM software to access WMDRM protected content. If the WMDRM software fails to protect the content, content owners may ask Microsoft to revoke the software’s ability to use WMDRM to play or copy protected content. Revocation does not affect unprotected content. When you download licenses for protected content, you agree that Microsoft may include a revocation list with the licenses. Content owners may require you to upgrade WMDRM to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft.

Setup

’ then press

Accounts

Rhapsody

and press

Sirius

ENTER

to confirm your

and press

ENTER

DLNA CERTIFIED™ Audio Player

The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross- industry organization of consumer electronics,

computing industry and mobile device companies. Digital Living provides consumers with easy sharing of digital media through a wired or wireless network in the home.

The DLNA certification logo makes it easy to find products that comply with the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines. This unit compl ie s w ith D LNA I nt eroperability Guidelines v1.5.

When a PC running DLNA server software or other DLNA compatible device is connected to this player, some setting changes of software or other devices may be required. Please refer to the operating instructio the soft

ware or device for more information.

DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks of Digital Living Network Alliance.

Content playable over a network

• Even when encoded in a compatible format, some files may not play correctly.

•Movie or Photo files cannot be played back.

•There are cases where you cannot listen to an Internet radio station even if the station can be selected from a list of radio stations.

• Some functions may not be supported depending on the server type or version used.

•Supported file formats vary by server. As such, files not supported by your server are not displayed on this unit. For more information check with the manufacturer of your server.

ns for

1Some operating procedures, etc., may be changed at the discretion of Rhapsody and Sirius.

Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs (SC-37 only)

About playback behavior over a network

• Playback may stall when the PC is switched off or any media files stored on it are deleted while playing content.

•If there are problems within the network environment (heavy network traffic, etc.) content may not be displayed or played properly (playback may be interrupted or stalled). For best performance, a 100BASE-TX connection between player and PC is recommended.

•If several clients are playing simultaneously, as the case may be, playback is interrupted or stalled.

•Depending on the security software installed on a connected PC and the setting of such software, network connection may be blocked.

Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the pla communication error/malfunctions associated with your network connection and/or your PC, or other connected equipment. Please contact your PC manufacturer or Internet service provider.

“Windows Media™” is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. This product includes technology owned by Microsoft Corporation and cannot be used or distributed without a license from Microsoft Licensing, Inc.

Microsoft Windows WindowsNT

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

d/or the Home Media Gallery features due to

yer an

, Windows®7, Windows®Vista, Windows®XP,

2000, Windows®Millennium Edition, Windows®98, and

are either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Software update

The Home Media Gallery software can be updated over the Internet.

1 Set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE

2Press input function.

3 Select ‘

4 Select ‘

5Use Updating % and the elapsed time are displayed.

If No new firmware has been found is displayed, there is no need to update the software.

Information on software updates may be posted on the Pioneer website. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com

HMG

to select Home Media Gallery as the

Setup

’ then press

Firmware Update

/

to select ‘

ENTER

’ then press

Yes

’ then press

ENTER

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About playable file formats

The Home Media Gallery feature of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some file formats are not available for playback although they are listed as playable file formats. Also, the compatibility of file formats varies depending on the type of server. Check with your server to ensure the compatibility of file formats supported by your server.

Music files

Category Extension Stream

MP3

LPCM

WAV .wav LPCM Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

WMA .wma WMA2/7/8 Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

AAC .m4a

FLAC .flac FLAC Sampling frequency 8 kHz, 16 kHz, 22 kHz, 32

a.“MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.” b.Only streaming data from servers is concerned, so there is no extension.

.mp3 MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3 Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 8 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

—

.aac .3gp .3g2

LPCM Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit, 20 bit, 24 bit

Channel 2 ch

Quantization bitrate 16 bit, 20 bit, 24 bit

Channel 2 ch

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 5 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

WMA9 Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 5 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

MPEG-4 AAC LC MPEG-4 HE AAC

(aacPlus v1/2)

Sampling frequency 32 kHz to 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 16 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 8 bit, 16 bit

Channel 2 ch (8-bit monaural audio

is not supported)

Bitrate —

VBR/CBR Not supported/Supported

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Glossary

aacPlus

AAC decoder uses aacPlus developed by Coding Technologies. (www.codingtechnologies.com)

FLAC

FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) is an audio format allows lossless codec. Audio is compressed in FLAC without any loss in quality. For more details about FLAC, visit the following website: http://flac.sourceforge.net/

vTuner

vTuner is a paid online database service that allows you to listen to radio and TV broadcasts on the Internet. vTuner lists thousands of stations from over 100 different countries around the globe. For more detail about vTuner, visit the following website: http://www.radio-pioneer.com

“This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of NEMS and BridgeCo. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from NEMS and BridgeCo or an authorized subsidiary.”

Windows Media Player 11/ Windows Media Player 12

Windows Media Player is software to deliver music, photos and movies from a Microsoft Windows computer

to home stereo systems and TVs.

With this software, you can play back files stored on the PC through various devices wherever you like in your home.

This software can be downloaded from Microsoft’s website.

• Windows Media Player 11 (for Windows XP or Windows Vista)

• Windows Media Player 12 (for Windows 7)

For more information check the official Microsoft website.

Windows Media

Windows Media is a multimedia framework for media creation and distribution for Microsoft Windows. Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Use an application licensed by Microsoft Corporation to author, distribute, or play Windows Media formatted content. Using an application unauthorized by Microsoft Corporation is subject to malfunction.

Windows Media DRM

Windows Media DRM is a DRM (Digital Rights Management) service for the Windows Media platform. It is designed to provide secure delivery of audio and/or video content over an IP network to a PC or other playback device in such a way that the distributor can control how that content is used. The WMDRM-protected content can only be played back on a component supporting the WMDRM service.

RECEIVER

Control with HDMI function

Chapter 8:

Control with HDMI function

Important

the receiver operation mode” is indicated in these instructions, use the respective procedure described above.

Synchronized operations below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray disc player or wit

a component of another make that supports the

Control with HDMI functions are possible when the component is connected to the receiver using an HDMI cable.

•The receiver’s volume can be set and the sound can be muted using the TV’s remote control.

•The when the TV’s channel is changed or a Control with HDMI-compatible component is played.

•The receiver’s power is also set to standby, when the TV’s power is set to standby.

•With Pioneer devices, the Control with HDMI functions are referred to as “KURO LINK”.

• You cannot use this function with components that do not support Control with HDMI.

•We do not guarantee this receiver will work with Pioneer Control with HDMI-compatible components or components of other makes that support the Control with HDMI function. We do not guarantee that all synchronized operations will work with components of other makes t with HDMI function.

•Use a High Speed HDMI use the Control with HDMI function. The Control with HDMI function may not work properly if a different type of HDMI cable is used.

•For details about concrete operations, settings, etc., refer to also the operating instructions for each component.

button. When “set the remote control to

receiver’s input switches over automatically

Important

at support the Control

cable when you want to

Making Control with HDMI connections

You can use synchronized operation for a connected TV and up to five other components.

•Be sure to connect the TV’s audio cable to the audio input of this unit. When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see HDMI Setup on page 73).

For details, see Connecting your TV and playback components on page 29.

Important

• When connecting this system or changing connections, be sure to switch the power off and disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. After completing all connections, connect the power cords to the wall socket.

•After this receiver is c second to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins. You cannot carry out any operations during initialization. The HDMI indicator on the display unit blinks during initialization, and you can turn this receiver on once it has stopped blinking.

• To get the most out of this function, we recommend that you connect your HDMI component not to a TV but rather directly to the HDMI terminal on this receiver.

•While the receiver is equipped with six HDMI inputs (BD, HDMI 1 to 5), the Control with HDMI function can only be used with up to three DVD or Blu-ray disc players or up to three DVD or Blu-ray disc recorders.

•The Control with HDMI function can be used with a TV connected to the HDMI OUT 1 term

ith a TV connected to the HDMI OUT 2 ter minal.

nnected to an AC outlet, a 2

inal, but not

Control with HDMI function

HDMI Setup

You must adjust the settings of this receiver as well as the connected Control with HDMI-compatible components in order to make use of the Control with HDMI function. For more information see the operating instructions for each component.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

2 Select ‘

3 Select ‘

4 Select ‘

5 Select the ‘

Choose whether to set this unit’s Control with HDMI function ON or OFF. You will need to set it to ON to use the Control with HDMI function.

When using a component that does not support the Control with HDMI function, set this to OFF.

• ON – Enables the Control w ith H DM I fun ctio n. When

this unit’s power is turned off and you have a supported source begin playback while using the Control with HDMI function, the audio and video outputs from the HDMI connection are output from the TV.

• OFF – The Control with HDMI is disabled.

Synchronized operations cannot be used. When this unit’s power is turned off, audio and video of sources connected via HDMI are not output.

6 Select the ‘

Choose whether you want to enable HDMI for all linked functions or the PQLS function only. However, Display Power Off will activate the settings set forth in step 7 below.

• ALL – Enabled for all linked functions.

• PQLS – Enabled only for the PQLS function. When PQLS is selected, link functions other than the PQLS function may not work properly. If you wish to use all link functions, select ALL.

7 Select the ‘

If the TV’s power is turned off while using the Control with HDMI function, the receiver’s power is also turned off (all power off function). This function can be disabled.

• YES – The all power off function is enabled. The

receiver’s power turns off together with the TV’s power.

This function only works when the input for a component connected to the receiver by HDMI connection is selected or when watching the TV.

• NO – The all power off function is disabled. The receiver’s power is not affected when the TV’s power is turned off.

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System Setup

Other Setup

HDMI Setup

Control

Control Mode

Display Power Off

’, then press

’ setting you want.

’, then press

’ setting you want.

ENTER

’ setting you want.

8 Select the ‘

It is possible to transfer signals from an HDMI-connected player to the TV when this receiver's power is on standby

as long as Control is ON, but the amount of energy consumed rises. It is, however, possible to minimize energy consumption when power is set to standby.

• Normal – Regular setting. Power-up time from

standby is short.

• Eco – Conserves energy while standby. Power-up time is longer than when set to Normal.

9 Select the ‘TV Audio’ setting you want.

When a TV supporting the HDMI Audio Return Channel function is connected to the receiver, the sound of the TV can be input via the HDMI terminal.

• Normal – The TV’s sound is input from the Audio input terminals other than HDMI inputs.

• via HDMI – The TV’s sound is input via the HDMI terminal. This can only be selected when Control is set to ON.

10 Select the ‘12V Trigger’ setting you want.

The component connected to the 12V TRIGGER jack can be turned on and off when HDMI OUT is switched. HDMI OUT 1, HDMI OUT 2 or OFF can be selected. Select OFF when you want the component to switch when the input function is switched.

11 When you’re finished, press

Standby Through

’ setting you want.

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Before using synchronization

Once you have finished all connections and settings, you must:

1 Put all components into standby mode.

2 Turn the power on for all components, with the power for the TV being turned on last.

3 Choose the HDMI input to which the TV is connected to this receiver, and see if video output from connected components displays properly on the screen or not.

4 Check whether the components connected to all HDMI inputs are properly displayed.

Control with HDMI function

About synchronized operations

The Control with HDMI-compatible component connected to the receiver operates in sync as described below.

•From the menu screen of the Control with HDMI-

compatible TV, set audio to be played through this receiver, and the receiver will switch to the synchronized amp mode.

• When in the synchronized amp mode, you can adjust the receiver’s volume or mute the sound using the TV’s remote control.

• When in the synchronized amp mode, the synchronized amp mode is canceled when the receiver’s power is turned off. To turn the synchronized amp mode back on, set audio to be played through the receiver from the TV’s menu screen,

etc. This rece

the synchronized amp mode.

• When the synchronized amp mode is canceled, the receiver’s power turns off if you were viewing an HDMI input or a TV program on the TV.

• When in the synchronized amp mode, the synchronized amp mode is canceled if an operation that produces sound from the TV is performed from the TV’s menu screen, etc.

• When the TV’s power is set to standby, the receiver’s power is also set to standby. (Only when the input for a component connected to the receiver by HDMI connection is selected or when watching the TV.)

•The rece Control with HDMI-compatible component is played.

•The receiver’s input switches automatically when the TV’s channel is switched.

•The synchronized amp mode remains in effect even if the receiver’s input is switched to a component other than one connected by HDMI.

The operations below can also be used on Pioneer Control with HDMI-compatible TVs.

• When the receiver’s volume is adjusted or the sound is muted, the volume status is displayed on the TV’s screen.

• When the OSD language is switched on the TV, the receiver’s language setting also switches accordingly.

iver’s input swi

iver will power up and switch to

tches automatically when the

About connections with a product of a different brand that supports the Control with HDMI function

The synchronized operations below can be used when the receiver’s Control with HDMI function is connected to a TV of a brand other than Pioneer that supports the Control with HDMI function. (Depending on the TV, however, some of the Control with HDMI functions may not work.)

• The sound of TV programs or an external input connected to the TV can also be output from the speakers connected to the receiver. (If the TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, this requires connection of an optic

gital cable, etc., in addition to the HDMI cable.)

The synchronized operations below can be used when the receiver’s Control with HDMI function is connected to a player or recorder of a brand other than Pioneer that supports the Control with HDMI function.

• When playback starts on the player or recorder, the receiver’s input switches to the HDMI input to which that component is connected.

See the Pioneer website for the latest information on the models of non-Pioneer brands and products that support the Control with HDMI function.

Control with HDMI function

Note

Setting the PQLS function

PQLS (Precision Quartz Lock System) is a digital audio signal transfer control technology using the Control with HDMI function. It offers higher-quality audio playback by controlling audio signals from the receiver to a PQLS compatible player, etc. This enables removing jitter that has a negative effect on the quality of the sound and is generated upon transmission.

• SC-37 only: On players compatible with PQLS Bit-

stream, PQLS always works for all sources.

•On players compatible with PQLS Multi Surround, PQLS works for all sources. Set the player’s audio output to Linear PCM.

•On players compatible with PQLS 2 ch Audio, PQLS only works when pla

se refer to the operating instructions supplied with

Plea your player for more information.

This function is activated when Control is set to ON.

• Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

The setting is displayed on the front panel display.

• PQLS

AUTO – PQLS is enabled. A precision quartz

controller in this receiver eliminates distortion caused by timing errors (jitter), giving you the best possible digital-to-analog conversion when you use the HDMI interface. This is valid as an HDMI function for PQLS-compatible players.

OFF – PQLS is disabled.

ying CDs.

PQLS

to select the PQLS setting.

Cautions on the Control with HDMI function

• Connect the TV directly to this receiver. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors.

• Only connect components (Blu-ray disc player, etc.) you intend to use as a source to the HDMI input of this receiver. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors.

•When Control is set to ON, HDMI Input in The Input Setup menu on page 45 is automatically set to OFF.

•When the receiver’s Control is turned ON, e

receive

r’s power is in the standby mode, it is possible

to output the audio and video signals from a player via HDMI to the TV without producing sound from the receiver, but only when a Control with HDMI- compatible component (Blu-ray disc player, etc.) and compatible TV are connected. In this case, the receiver’s power turns on and the power and HDMI indicators light.

ven if the

1 • If a listening mode other than AUTO SURROUND, ALC, DIRECT, PURE DIRECT, OPTIMUM SURR (SC-37 only) or STEREO is selected while

the PQLS effect is enabled, the PQLS effect is disabled.

• When this receiver is connected by HDMI cable to a Pioneer player that is compatible with the PQLS function via HDMI connection and HDMI reauthentication is performed (the HDMI indicator blinks), the PQLS effect is enabled and the listening mode is set to AUTO SURROUND if a listening mode other than AUTO SURROUND, ALC, DIRECT, PURE DIRECT, OPTIMUM SURR (SC-37 only) or STEREO is selected.

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Using other functions

Chapter 9:

Using other functions

Important

button. When “set the remote control to the receiver operation mode” is indicated in these instructions, use the respective procedure described above.

Setting the Audio options

There are a number of additional sound settings you can make using the AUDIO PARAMETER menu. The defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold.

Important

• Note that if a setting doesn’t appear in the AUDIO PARAMETER menu, it is unavailable due to the

current source, settings and status of the receiver.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

2Use

/

Depending on the current status/mode of the receiver, certain options may not be able to be selected. Check the table below for notes on this.

3Use

/

See the table below for the options available for each setting.

4 Press

Setting What it does Option(s)

MCACC

(MCACC preset)

EQ (Acoustic Calibration EQ)

S-WAVE

(Standing Wave)

RETURN

AUDIO PARAMETER

to select the setting you want to adjust.

to set as necessary.

to confirm and exit the menu.

Selects your favorite MCACC preset memory when multiple preset memories are saved. When

an MCACC preset memory has been renamed, the given name is displayed.

Switches on/off the effects of EQ Pro.

Switches on/off the effects of Standing Wave Control.

M1. MEMORY 1

M6. MEMORY 6

Default:

M1. MEMORY 1

OFF

Setting What it does Option(s)

DELAY

(Sound Delay)

MIDNIGHT Allows you to hear effective

LOUDNESS Used to get good bass and treble

TONE

(Tone Control)

BASS

TREBLE

S.RTRV

(Sound Retriever)

DNR

(Digital Noise Reduction)

DIALOG E

(Dialog Enhance ment)

Hi-bit32

(SC-37 only)

(Hi-bit32/ HighSampling)

Hi-bit

(SC-35 only)

(High Bit/ High Sampling)

Some monitors have a slight delay when showing video, so the soundtrack will be slightly out of sync with the picture. By adding a bit of delay, you can adjust the sound to match the presentation of the video.

surround sound of movies at low volumes.

from music sources at low volumes.

Applies the treble and bass tone controls to a source, or bypasses them completely.

Adjusts the amount of bass. –6 to +6 (dB)

Adjusts the amount of treble. –6 to +6 (dB)

With the Sound Retriever function, DSP processing is used to compensate for the loss of audio data upon compression, improving the sound’s sense of density and modulation.

May improve the quality of sound in a noisy source (for example, video tape with lots of background noise) when switched on.

Localizes dialog in the center channel to make it stand out from other background sounds in a TV or movie soundtrack. By moving from UP1 through UP2 and UP3 up to UP4, you can make the sound source seem to relocate upwards.

Creates a wider dynamic range with digital sources like CDs, DVDs or BDs. Smoother, more delicate musical expression can be achieved by requantizing 16 bit PCM or 20 bit compressed audio signals or 24 bit compressed/lossless audio signals to 32 bit.

Creates a wider dynamic range with digital sources like CDs or DVDs. Smoother, more delicate musical expression can be achieved by requantizing 16 bit PCM or 20 bit compressed audio signals to 24 bit.

0.0 to 10.0 (frames)

1 second = 30 frames (NTSC)

Default: 0.0

MIDNIGHT/ LOUDNESS

OFF

MIDNIGHT ON

LOUDNESS

BYPASS

Default: 0 (dB)

OFF

FLAT

UP1/UP2/UP3/

UP4

OFF

Using other functions

Setting What it does Option(s)

DUAL

(Dual Mono)

Specifies how dual mono encoded Dolby Digital soundtracks should be played. Dual mono is not widely used, but is sometimes necessary when two languages need to be sent to separate channels.

CH1 – Channel

1 is heard only

CH2 – Channel

2 is heard only

CH1 CH2 –

Both channels

heard from

front speakers

DRC

(Dynamic Range Control)

Adjusts the level of dynamic range for movie soundtracks optimized for Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio (you may need to use this

AUTO

MAX

MID

OFF

feature when listening to surround sound at low volumes).

LFE (LFE Attenuate)

Some audio sources include ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as necessary to prevent the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from

0dB

/ –5dB/

–10dB/ –15dB/

–20dB

OFF

the speakers. The LFE is not limited when set to

0 dB, which is the recommended value. When set to –5 dB, –10 dB, –15 dB or –20 dB, the LFE is limited by the respective degree. When OFF is selected, no sound is output from the LFE channel.

SACD GAIN

HDMI

(HDMI Audio)

Brings out detail in SACDs by

maximizing the dynamic range (during digital processing).

Specifies the routing of the HDMI audio signal out of this receiver (amp) or through to a TV. When THROUGH is selected, no sound

0dB

+6 dB

AMP

THROUGH

is output from this receiver.

A. DELAY

(Auto delay)

This feature automatically corrects the audio-to-video delay between components connected

OFF

with an HDMI cable. The audio delay time is set depending on the operational status of the display connected with an HDMI cable. The video delay time is

C. WIDTH

(Center Width) (Applicable only when using a

automatically adjusted according to the audio delay time.

Provides a better blend of the front speakers by spreading the center channel between the front right and left speakers, making it sound wider (higher settings) or narrower (lower settings).

0 to 7

Default: 3

center speaker)

Setting What it does Option(s)

DIMENSION

Adjusts the depth of the surround sound balance from front to back, making the sound more distant

–3 to +3

Default: 0

(minus settings), or more forward

PANORAMA

C. IMAGE

(Center Image) (Applicable only when using a center

(positive settings).

Extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for a ‘wraparound’ effect.

Adjusts the center image to create a wider stereo effect with vocals. Adjust the effect from 0 (all center channel sent to front right and left speakers) to 10 (center channel sent to the center speaker only).

OFF

0 to 10

Defaults:

Neo:6 MUSIC:

Neo:6

CINEMA: 10

speaker)

EFFECT Sets the effect level for the

currently selected Advanced Surround or ALC mode (each mode can be set separately).

10 to 90

Defaults:

EXT.STEREO:

Others: 50

H.GAIN

(Height Gain)

Adjusts the output from the front height speaker when listening in DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT mode. If set to HIGH, the sound from the top

LOW

MID

HIGH

will be more emphasized.

V.SB

(Virtual Surround Back)

When you’re not using surround back speakers, selecting this mode allows you to hear a virtual surround back channel through

OFF

your surround speakers. You can choose to listen to sources with no surround back channel information, or if the material sounds better in the format (for example, 5.1) for which it was originally encoded, you can have the receiver only apply this effect to 6.1 encoded sources like Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES.

V.HEIGHT

(Virtual Height)

When you’re not using front height speakers, selecting this mode allows you to hear a virtual front height channel through yo ur

front speakers.

a.The adjustment can be made only when TONE is set to ON. b.With the iPod/USB, HOME MEDIA GALLERY (SC-37 only),

INTERNET RADIO (SC-35 only) or ADAPTER PORT input function, by default S.RTRV is set to ON.

c.UP1 to UP4 can be selected only when the front height speaker is

connected. The presence or absence of effects depends on the listening mode.

d.The initially set AUTO is only available for Dolby TrueHD signals.

Select MAX or MID for signals other than Dolby TrueHD.

e.You shouldn’t have any problems using this with most SACD

discs, but if the sound distorts, it is best to switch the gain setting back to 0 dB.

OFF

Using other functions

f. • The HDMI Audio setting cannot be switched while performing

synchronized amp mode operations.

• The synchronized amp mode must be turned on in order to play the receiver’s HDMI audio and video input signals from the TV with the receiver’s power in the standby mode. See About synchronized operations on page 74.

g.This feature is only available when the connected display supports

the automatic audio/video synchronizing capability (‘lipsync’) for HDMI. If you find the automatically set delay time unsuitable, set A. DELAY to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. For more details about the lipsync feature of your display, contact the manufacturer directly.

h.Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Music/Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode.

i. Only when listening to 2-channel sources in Neo:6 MUSIC/CINEMA

mode.

j. • You can’t use the Virtual Surround Back mode when the

headphones are connected to this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound Retriever Air or Stream Direct modes is selected.

• You can only use the Virtual Surround Back mode if the surround speakers are on and the SB setting is set to NO or if Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2 is selected at Speaker System. It can also be used when Speaker B is selected at Speaker system and SPAB is selected with the SPEAKERS button.

• When inputting Dolby True HD (SC-35 only), DTS-HD or DTS Express audio signals, the Virtual Surround Back mode cannot be used if no surround signals are recorded in the source.

k.• You can’t use the Virtual Height mode when the headphones are

connected to this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound Retriever Air or Stream Direct modes is selected.

• The Virtual Height mode cannot be used when no surround speaker is connected.

• When inputting Dolby True HD (SC-35 only), DTS-HD or DTS Express audio signals, the Virtual Height mode cannot be used if no surround signals are recorded in the source.

Setting the Video options

There are a number of additional picture settings you can make using the VIDEO PARAMETER menu. The defaults, if not stated, are listed in bold.

Important

• Note that if an option cannot be selected on the

VIDEO PARAMETER menu, it is unavailable due to the current source, setting and status of the receiver.

• All of the setting items can be set for each input function.

• Setting items other than V. CONV can only be selected when V. CONV is set to ON.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

2Use

/

VIDEO PARAMETER

to select the setting you want to adjust.

Depending on the current status/mode of the receiver, certain options may not be able to be selected. Check the table below for notes on this.

3Use

/

to set as necessary.

See the table below for the options available for each setting.

4 Press

Setting What it does Option(s)

V. CONV

(Digital Video Conversion)

RESb

(Resolution)

ASPc

(Aspect)

PCINEMA

(PureCinema)

P.MOTION

(Progressive Motion)

YNR

CNR

BNR

MNR

DETAIL

RETURN

d,e

to confirm and exit the menu.

Converts video signals for output from the MONITOR OUT jacks (including HDMI OUT connector) for all video types (see page 27).

Specifies the output resolution of the video signal (when video input signals are output at the HDMI OUT connector, select this according to the resolution of your monitor and the images you wish to watch).

Specifies the aspect ratio when input signals are output at the HDMI output. Make your desired settings while checking each setting on your display (if the image doesn’t match your monitor type, cropping or black bands appear).

This setting optimizes the operation of the progressive scanning circuit for playing film materials. Normally set it to AUTO. If the picture seems unnatural, switch this to ON or OFF.

Adjusts the motion and still picture quality when video output is

set to

progressive.

Reduces noise in the luminance (Y) signal.

Reduces noise in the input’s color (C) signal.

Reduces block noise (blockshaped distortion generated upon MPEG compression) in the picture.

Reduces mosquito noise (distortion generated at the contours of the picture upon MPEG compression) in the picture.

Adjusts how sharp edges appear. 0 to +8

OFF

AUTO

PURE

480p/576p

720p

1080i

1080p

1080/24p

THROUGH

NORMAL

AUTO

OFF

–4 to +4

Default: 0

0 to +8

Default: 0

0 to +8

Default: 0

0 to +8

Default: 0

0 to +8

Default: 0

Using other functions

Note

Setting What it does Option(s)

BRIGHT

(Brightness)

CONTRAST

HUE

CHROMA

(Chroma Level)

BLK SETUP

a.If the video picture deteriorates when this settings is switched ON,

switch it OFF.

b.• When set to a resolution with which the TV (monitor) is not

compatible, no picture is output. Also, in some cases no picture will be output due to copyright protection signals. In this case, change the setting.

• When AUTO is selected, the resolution is selected automatically according to the capacity of the TV (monitor) connected by HDMI. When PURE is selected, the signals are output with the same resolution as when input (see About the video converter on page 27).

• If this is set to something other than AUTO, PURE and 480i/576i analog signals are input, 480p/576p signals are output from the component output terminals.

• When 1080/24p is selected, depending on the source material the movement may be unnatural or the picture may not be clear. In this case, set the resolution to something other than 1080/24p.

• 1080/24p is mainly effective for movie source materials.

c.• If the image doesn’t match your monitor type, adjust the aspect

ratio on the source component or on the monitor.

• This setting is only displayed when 480i/p or 576i/p video signals are being input.

d.This setting is only displayed when the video signals below are

being input:

• 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i analog video signals

• 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080p24 HDMI video signals

e.• This setting is valid for component outputs and HDMI output.

• This setting have the effect only for pictures recorded in the interlaced scan format (480i/576i or 1080i signals).

• P.MOTION is disabled when PCINEMA is set to ON.

f. You can’t use this setting when the HDMI or component video

signals are being input.

Adjusts the overall brightness. –6 to +6

Adjusts the contrast between light and dark.

Adjusts the red/green balance. –6 to +6

Adjusts saturation from dull to bright.

Corrects the black depth in the brightness signal.

Normally select 7.5. If the dark parts of the picture are all black with this setting, select 0.

Default: 0

–6 to +6

Default: 0

–6 to +6

Default: 0

7.5

Switching the speaker terminals

If you selected Speaker B at Speaker system setting on page 115, you can switch between speakers using the

SPEAKERS button. If you selected Normal(SB/FH), Normal(SB/FW), Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2, the button

will simply switch your main speaker terminals on or off. The options below are for the Speaker B setting only.

•Use

SPEAKERS

on the front panel to select a

speaker system setting. As mentioned above, if you have selected Normal(SB/ FH) or Normal(SB/FW), the button will simply switch

your main speaker terminal (A) on or off.

Press repeatedly to choose a speaker terminal option:

• SPA – Sound is output from the A-speaker

terminals (up to 7 channels (including surround back channels), depending on the source).

• SPB – Sound is output from the two speakers

connected to the B-speaker terminals. Multichannel sources will not be heard.

• SPAB – Sound is output from the A-speaker

terminals (up to 5 channels, depending on the source), the two speakers connected to the Bspeaker terminals, and the subwoofer. The sound from the B-speaker terminals will be the same as the sound from the A-speaker terminals (multichannel sources will be downmixed to 2 channels).

• SP (off) – No sound is output from the speakers.

Using the MULTI-ZONE controls

The following steps use the front panel controls to adjust the sub zone volume and select sources. See MULTI- ZONE remote controls on page 80.

1Press

Each press selects a MULTI-ZONE option:

The MULTI-ZONE indicator lights when the MULTI-ZONE control has been switched ON.

2Press select the sub zone(s) you want.

If you selected ZONE 2&3 ON above, you can toggle between ZONE 2 and ZONE 3.

MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF

on the front panel.

• ZONE 2 ON – Selects your primary (ZONE 2) sub

zone

• ZONE 2&3 ON – Select both sub zones

• ZONE 3 ON – Selects your secondary (ZONE 3) sub

zone

• MULTI ZONE OFF – Switches the MULTI-ZONE

feature off

MULTI-ZONE CONTROL

on the front panel to

1 • The subwoofer output depends on the settings you made in Manual speaker setup on page 114. However, if SPB is selected above, no sound

is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is not downmixed).

• All speaker systems (except Speaker B connections) are switched off when headphones are connected.

Note

Using other functions

• When the receiver is on,1 make sure that any operations for the sub zone are done while ZONE and your selected sub zone(s) show in the display. If this is not showing, the front panel controls affect the main zone only.

3Use the for the zone you have selected.

For example, ZONE 2 CD-R sends the source connected to the CD-R inputs to the primary (ZONE 2) sub room.

•If you select TUNER, you can use the tuner controls to select a preset station (see Saving station presets on page 52 if you’re unsure how to do this).

4 When MASTER VOLUME zone.

5 When you’re finished, press CONTROL

You can also press MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF on the front panel to switch off all output to the sub zone(s).

MULTI-ZONE remote controls

Set the MULTI-ZONE operation switch to 3 to operate the corresponding zone.

The following table shows the possible MULTI-ZONE remote controls:

Button What it does

 Switches on/off power in the sub zone.

INPUT SELECT Use to select the input function in the sub

Input function buttons

MASTER VOLUME +/–

(SC-35)

VOL +/– (SC-37)

MUTE

a.You can only use this button when

INPUT SELECTOR

Speaker System

dial to select the source

is set to

ZONE 2

, use the

dial to adjust the volume for the sub

MULTI-ZONE

again to return to the main zone controls.

ZONE 2

ZONE

zone.

Use to select the input function directly (this may not work for some functions) in the sub zone.

Use to set the listening volume in the sub

zone.

Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound).

Speaker System

is set to

ZONE 2

Making an audio or a video recording

You can make an audio or a video recording from the built-in tuner, or from an audio or video source connected to the receiver (such as a CD player or TV).

Keep in mind you can’t make a digital recording from an analog source or vice-versa, so make sure the components you are recording to/from are hooked up in the same way (see Connecting your equipment on page 20 for more on connections).

Since the video converter is not available when making recordings (from the video OUT jacks) make sure to use the same type of video cable for connecting your recorder as you used to connect your video source (the one you want to record) to this receiver. For example, you must connect your recorder using Component video if your source ha

s also been connected using Compo

nent video.

1 Select the source you want to record. Use the input function buttons (or INPUT SELECT).

2 Prepare the source you want to record.

Tune to the radio station, load the CD, video, DVD etc.

3 Select the input signal according to the signal to be recorded. Use the remote control’s SIGNAL SEL button.

4 Prepare the recorder.

Insert a blank tape, MD, video etc. into the recording device 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 the component’s instruction manual if you’re unsure.

5 Start recording, then start playback of the source component.

Reducing the level of an analog signal

The input attenuator lowers the input level of an analog signal when it’s too strong. You can use this if you find that the OVER indicator lights often or you can hear distortion in the sound.

• Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press on or off.

A.ATT

to switch the input attenuator

1If the receiver is in standby, the display is dimmed, and ZONE and your selected sub zone(s) continue to show in the display. 2 The tuner cannot be tuned to more than one station at a time. Therefore, changing the station in one zone also changes the station in the other

zone. Please be careful not to change stations when recording a radio broadcast.

3 • You won’t be able to switch the main zone off completely unless you’ve switched off the MULTI-ZONE control first.

• If you don’t plan to use the MULTI-ZONE feature for a while, turn off the power in both the sub and main rooms so that this receiver is in

standby.

4• The receiver’s volume, Audio parameters (the tone controls, for example), and surround effects have no effect on the recorded signal.

• Some digital sources are copy-protected, and can only be recorded in analog.

• Some video sources are copy-protected. These cannot be recorded.

5 The attenuator isn’t available with digital sources, or when using the Stream Direct (ANALOG DIRECT) modes.

Using other functions

Note

30 min

60 min

90 minOff

Using the sleep timer

The sleep timer switches the receiver into standby after a specified amount of time so you can fall asleep without worrying about the receiver being left on all night. Use the remote control to set the sleep timer.

• Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

SLEEP

repeatedly to set the sleep

time.

• You can check the remaining sleep time at any time

by pressing SLEEP once. Pressing repeatedly will cycle through the sleep options again.

Dimming the display

You can choose between four brightness levels for the front panel display. Note that when selecting sources, the display automatically brightens for a few seconds.

• Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

DIMMER

repeatedly to change the

brightness of the front panel display.

Switching the HDMI output

Set which terminal to use when outputting video and audio signals from the HDMI output terminals.

The HDMI OUT1 terminal is compatible with the Control with HDMI function.

• Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

Please wait a while when Please wait ... is displayed.

The output switches among

and HDMI OUT 2 each time the button is pressed.

HDMI OUT

HDMI OUT ALL, HDMI OUT

Using the Web Control function

The receiver can be operated using a browser from a computer connected on the same LAN as the receiver.

1 Turn on the computer and launch the Internet browser.

2 In the address bar on the browser, enter the IP address assigned to this receiver.

For example, if the IP address of this receiver is “192.168.0.2”, enter “http://192.168.0.2/”.

When the connection is made with the receiver, a Top Menu will be displayed.

This receiver’s IP address can be found in the ‘IP address, Proxy’ menu (page 117).

3 Once the Top Menu is displayed, click the button for the zone you want to operate.

4 Operate from the screen for the individual zone.

• Even when the receiver is in the standby mode, it can

be turned on using the Web Control function. For details, see Network Standby on page 118.

Web Control

Main ZONE ZONE 3

POWER

DVD

INPUT SELECT

LISTENING MODE STEREO

AUTO SURR/ALC/ STREAM DIRECT

HOME

ZONE 2

VOLUME MUTE-60.0dBON OFF

STANDARD SURROUND

ADVANCED SURROUND

THX

Top Menu

STEREO

Checking your system settings

Use the status display screen to check your current settings for features such as surround back channel processing and your current MCACC preset.

1 Set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press

The front panel display shows each of the following settings for three seconds each: Input function,

Sampling Frequency, MCACC preset, ZONE 2 input, ZONE 3 input and HDMI OUT.

2 When you’re finished, press switch off the display.

STATUS

to check the system settings.

STATUS

again to

1 The sleep timer is valid for all zones. If any zone is on, the sleep timer continues functioning. 2• The synchronized amp mode is canceled when the HDMI output is switched. If you wish to use the synchronized amp mode, switch to HDMI

OUT 1, then select the synchronized amp mode on the TV using the TV’s remote control.

• When the power is turned off then back on after switching the HDMI output, the input is set to a setting between HDMI1 and HDMI3, or BD.

Using other functions

Resetting the system

Use this procedure to reset all the receiver’s settings to the factory default. Use the front panel controls to do this. Set MULTI-ZONE to OFF.

• Disconnect the iPod and USB memory device from the receiver beforehand.

1 Switch the receiver into standby.

2 While holding down press

 STANDBY/ON

The display shows RESET  NO .

3 Select ‘ ENTER

RESET

on the front panel.

The display shows RESET? OK.

4 Press

ENTER

to confirm.

OK appears in the display to indicate that the receiver

has been reset to the factory default settings.

• Note that all settings will be saved, even if the receiver is unplugged.

Default system settings

Setting Default

Digital Video Conversion ON

SPEAKERS A

Speaker System Normal (SB/FH)

Speaker Setting Front SMALL

Surround Position IN REAR

Crossover 80 Hz

X-Curve OFF

THX Audio Setting 4 ft<

DIMMER Brightest

Network Standby OFF

Inputs

See Input function default and possible settings on page 46.

HDMI

HDMI Audio Amp

HDMI output HDMI OUT ALL

Control ON

Control Mode ALL

DIsplay Power Off YES

ENTER

on the front panel,

’ using

PRESET /

Center SMALL

FH/FW SMALL

Surr SMALL

SB SMALLx2

SW YES

, then press

Setting Default

DSP

Power On Level LAST

Volume Limit OFF

Mute Level FULL

Phase Control ON

Sound Retriever

Sound Delay 0.0 frame

Dual Mono CH1

DRC AUTO

SACD Gain 0 dB

LFE Attenuate 0 dB

Auto delay OFF

Digital Safety OFF

Effect Level ExtendedStereo 90

2 PL II Music Options

Neo:6 Options Center Image Neo:6 MUSIC: 3

All Inputs Listening Mode

See also Setting the Audio options on page 76 for other default DSP settings.

MCACC

MCACC Position Memory M1: MEMORY 1

Channel Level (M1 to M6) 0.0 dB

Speaker Distance (M1 to M6) 10.00 ft

Standing Wave (M1 to M6)

EQ Data (M1 to M6) All channels/bands 0.0 dB

iPod/USB, HOME MEDIA GALLERY (SC37 only), INTERNET RADIO (SC-35 only), ADAPTER PORT function

Other functions

Other modes 50

Center Width 3

Dimension 0

Panorama OFF

(2 ch/multi ch)

Listening Mode (HP) STEREO

ATT of all channels/ filters

SWch Wide Trim 0.0 dB

EQ Wide Trim 0.0 dB

OFF

Neo:6 CINEMA: 10

AUTO SURROUND

0.0 dB

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

Chapter 10:

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

Important

• This section includes explanations for the SC-37’s remote control. For instructions for the SC-35’s remote control, see Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-35) on page 96.

About the Remote Setup menu

The Remote Setup mode is set by pressing the HOME MENU button while pressing MULTI OPERATION. The

different items on the Remote Setup menu are described below. For their setting procedures, refer to the explanations for the respective items.

Setting What it does

PRESET RECALL

CODE LEARNING

MULTI OPERATE

SYSTEM OFF

DIRECT FUNC

RENAME The names of the input function buttons displayed

Preset codes can be set for the various input functions. The remote control codes of a number of other devices (including products of other brands) are preset in the remote control to allow these devices to be operated. See “Selecting preset codes directly” on page 84.

If the desired operations cannot be performed even though you have set the preset codes, the remote control signals of other devices can be learned directly. See “Programming signals from other remote controls” on page 85.

A series of the remote control operations for starting listening or viewing can be programmed. Multiple remote control codes can be set for the different input functions. See “Multi Operation and System Off” on page 87.

This is a function for automatically turning off the power of devices connected to the receiver. Multiple remote control codes can be set, as desired. See “Multi Operation and System Off” on page 87.

This is a setting for changing only the remote control unit’s operation screen, without changing the receiver’s input, when the remote control unit’s input function buttons are pressed. This is convenient for using the remote control unit for devices not connected to the receiver. See “Direct function” on page 86.

on the remote control unit can be changed as desired. See “Renaming input function names manually” on page 86.

Setting What it does

SYNC RENAMING

ERASE LEARNING

IR/RF SELECT

OPERATION MODE

KEY RESET This is a function for resetting preset codes that

ALL RESET This is a function for resetting all remote control

READ PRESET ID

CHANGE RC MODE

EXIT SETUP

Input function names changed on the receiver can be acquired by the remote control unit so that the names are the same on the remote control unit. See “Renaming input function names in synchrony with the receiver” on page 93.

This function is used to erase remote control codes that have been learned. Codes learned for the different input functions can be erased individually. See “Erasing one of the remote control button settings” on page 85.

This function is for selecting wireless (RF) or infrared (IR) as the remote control operating mode for the different devices. See Operating this receiver

by RF communications and Operating other components by RF communications on page 92

The remote control unit’s operation screen switches automatically when the receiver’s input is switched (This is only valid when the operation selector switch is set to SOURCE). See “Setting the remote control operation mode” on page 94.

have been set. Key resetting can be done for individual input functions. See “Resetting the input assignment of one of the input function buttons” on page 86.

unit settings you have made to the defaults set upon shipment from the factory. See “Resetting the remote control settings” on page 86.

The preset codes set for the different input functions can be checked. See “Confirming pr codes” on page 86.

If you have multiple Pioneer receivers, amplifiers, etc., this setting can be used to prevent other units from operating simultaneously when the remote control unit is operated. See “Operating multiple receivers” on page 84.

Exits the setup menu.

eset

Note

•You can cancel or exit any of the steps by press and

hold MULTI OPERATION for a couple of seconds. To go back a step, press RETURN.

•After one minute of inactivity, the remote automatically exits the operation.

Note

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

terminal to the TV input button. If a single device is

Operating multiple receivers

The remote control included with this receiver can be used to operate up to three other receivers (of the same model as this receiver) in addition to this receiver. The

receiver to be operated is switched by inputting the preset code to set the remote control setting.

• Set the remote modes on the receivers before using this function (see

Remote Control Mode Setup

page 119).

1 Check that the remote control’s selector switch is set to selector switch is set to

2 While pressing MENU

MAIN RECEIVER

MULTI OPERATION

MULTI-ZONE

and that the operation

, press

HOME

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

3Use

/

ENTER

4Use

/

to select ‘

to select the remote mode.

CHANGE RC MODE

’, then press

RC MODE 1 to 4 can be selected.

5 Press ENTER to set the remote mode.

The selected mode flashes for 3 seconds.

To operate another receiver, start over from step 1 to input its preset code.

Setting the remote to control other components

Most components can be assigned to one of the input function buttons (such as DVD or CD) using the component’s manufacturer preset code stored in the remote.

However, there are cases where only certain functions may be controllable after assigning the proper preset code, or the codes for the manufacturer in the remote control will not work for the model that you are using.

If you can’t find a preset code that matches the component you want to control, you can still teach the remote individual commands from another remote control (see Programming signals from other remote controls on page 85).

•For greater convenience, assign the TV connected to the MONITOR OUT term selector switch, and assign your satellite/cable receiver or set-top box connected to the TV input

inal to the TV operation

connected to both terminals, that device should be assigned to both the TV operation selector switch and TV input buttons.

• Devices may be assigned to the following input function buttons.

MAIN

RECEIVER SOURCE

ZONE2 3

USB

TUNER

iPod

MULTI CH

PHONO

AUX

Selecting preset codes directly

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

ENTER

3 Press the input function button for the component you want to control, then press

When assigning preset codes to TV CONTROL, set the remote control operation selector switch to TV here.

The remote display shows the component you want to control (for example DVD or TV).

4Use

/

of your component, then press

This should be the manufacturer’s name (for example, P for Pioneer).

5Use

/

the list, then press

6Use

/

then try using this remote with your component.

The code should start with the component type (for example, DVD 020). If there is more than one, start with

the first one.

To try out the remote control, switch the component on or off (into standby) by pressing  SOURCE. If it doesn’t seem to work, select the next code from the list (if there is one).

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

PRESET RECALL

to select the first letter of the brand name

to select the manufacturer’s name from

ENTER

to select the proper code from the list,

BDR

DVD

NET RADIO

HMG

VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

MULTI

MULTI OPERATION

OPERATION

HDMIDVR

ADAPTER

OPTION

CD-R

ENTER

, press

HOME

’, then press

1You can’t assign TUNER, HMG NET RADIIO, ADAPTER and iPod USB. Preset codes can be assigned to the OPTION 1 and OPTION 2 buttons.

Note, however, that Sirius is pre-assigned to OPTION 1, XM to OPTION 2, and if other preset codes are assigned, Sirius and XM operations can no longer be performed. If you accidentally assign other codes to one of these buttons, it is possible to reset that button only (see Resetting the input assignment of one of the input function buttons on page 86).

2 • When using a Pioneer HDD recorder, please select PIONEER DVR 450, 451 or 452.

• When using a Pioneer flat panel TV released prior to summer 2005, please select preset code 644.

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

Note

DVD

RECEIVER SOURCE

MAIN

MULTI

OPERATION

ZONE2

SOURCE

RECEIVER

iPod

USB

OPTION

MULTI CH

ADAPTER

NET RADIO

INPUT SELECT LIGHT

PHONO

AUX

VOL

VOLCH

VIDEO

CD-R

TUNER

HMG

HDMIDVR

BDR

3 cm (1 inch)

DVD

RECEIVER SOURCE

MAIN

MULTI OPERATION

ZONE2

SOURCE

RECEIVER

iPod

USB

OPTION

MULTI CH

ADAPTER

NET RADIO

INPUT SELECT LIGHT

PHONO

AUX

INPUT MUTE MUTE

VOL

TV CONTROL

VIDEO

CD-R

TUNER

HMG

HDMIDVR

BDR

AUDIO

PARAMETER

TOP MENU

BAND

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

CATEGORY

LIST

TOOLS

HOME MENU

STATUS

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

T.EDIT GUIDE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

INPUT MUTE

TUNE

PRESET PRESET

MUTE

PGM MENU

TV CONTROL

STEREO

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

INFO

DIMMER

A.ATT

CLR

SBch MCACC

HDMI OUT

D.ACCESS

ENTER

CLASS

DISP

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

STANDARD ADV SURR

ENTER

RETURN

• If you can’t find or properly enter a preset code, you can still teach the remote individual commands from another remote control (see Programming signals from other remote controls below).

7 If your component is controlled successfully, press ENTER

to confirm.

The remote display shows OK.

Programming signals from other remote controls

If the preset code for your component is not available, or the available preset codes do not operate correctly, you can program signals from the remote control of another component. This can also be used to program additional operations (buttons not covered in the presets) after

assigning a preset code.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

to select ‘

ENTER

The remote display prompts you for the component you want to control (for example DVD or TV).

3 Press the input function button for the component you want to control, then press

PRESS KEY blinks in the remote display.

4 Point the two remote controls towards each other, then press the button that will be doing the learning on this receiver’s remote control. PRESS KEY lights continuously to indicate the remote is

ready to accept a signal.

•The remote controls should be 3 cm (1 inch) apart.

MULTI OPERATION

CODE LEARNING

ENTER

, press

HOME

’, then press

If for some reasons the operation hasn’t been learned the remote display will shows ERROR briefly, and then display PRESS KEY again. If this happens, keep pressing the (teaching) button as you vary the distance between

the two remotes, until the remote display shows OK.

Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below:

6 To program additional signals for the current component repeat steps 4 and 5.

To program signals for another component, exit and repeat steps 1 through 5.

7 Press and hold

MULTI OPERATION

for a couple of

seconds to exit and store the operation(s).

5 Press the corresponding button on the other remote control that is sending (teaching) the signal to this receiver’s remote control.

For example, if you want to learn the playback control signal, press and hold  briefly. The remote display will

shows OK if the operation has been learned.

1 The remote can store about 200 preset codes (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). 2 • You can’t assign TUNER, HMG NET RADIIO, ADAPTER and iPod USB.

• The

TV CONTROL

3 Note that interference from TVs or other devices will sometimes result in the remote control learning the wrong signal. 4 • Some commands from other remote controls cannot be learned, but in most cases the remotes just need to be moved closer together or

farther apart.

• If the remote display shows MEMORY FULL, it means the memory is full. See Erasing one of the remote control button settings on page 85

to erase a programmed button you’re not using to free up more memory (note that some signals may take more memory than others).

• Depending on the type of command that has been learned, operation may not be possible with RF two-way communications. In this case,

operate using IR signal transmission. For instructions on switching between the IR and RF modes, see Operating other components by RF communications on page 92.

buttons (TV, TV VOL +/–, TV CH +/–, MUTE

Erasing one of the remote control button settings

This erases one of the buttons you have programmed and restores the button to the factory default.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

and

INPUT

) can only be learned after the operation selection switch is set to TV.

MULTI OPERATION

, press

HOME

Note

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

2Use

/

to select ‘

ENTER

The remote display prompts you for the component corresponding to the button setting to be erased.

3 Press the input function button corresponding to the command to be erased, then press The remote display flashes PRESS KEY.

4 Press and hold the button to be erased for two seconds.

The remote display shows OK o r NO CODE to confirm the button has been erased.

5 Repeat step 4 to erase other buttons.

6 Press and hold seconds when you’re done.

ERASE LEARNING

MULTI OPERATION

’, then press

ENTER

for a couple of

Confirming preset codes

Use this feature to check which preset code is assigned to an input function button.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

ENTER

The remote display prompts you for the input function button you want to check.

3 Press the input function button of the component for which you want to check the preset code, then press ENTER

The brand name and preset code appears in the display for three seconds.

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

READ PRESET ID

Resetting the input assignment of one of the input function buttons

This procedure resets the input assignment preset at the remote control’s input function button, restoring the

default.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

The remote display prompts you for the component corresponding to the button setting to be erased.

3 Press the input function button for the component whose input assignment you want to reset, then press and hold

The remote display shows OK when the input assignment of the remote control’s input function button is reset.

ENTER

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

KEY RESET

for a couple of seconds.

, press

’, then press

HOME

ENTER

Resetting the remote control settings

Use this procedure to reset all the remote control’s settings to the factory default.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

ALL RESET flashes in the remote display.

3 Press and hold

The remote display shows OK to confirm the remote presets have been erased.

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

ENTER for about two seconds

ALL RESET

, press

’, then press

HOME

ENTER

Renaming input function names manually

You can customize the names that appear on the remote display when you select an input function (for example, you could change the name of DVR to HDD/DVR).

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

The remote display prompts you for the button of the input function you want to rename.

3 Press the input function button you want to rename then press

4Use

/

To reset the button to its original (default) name, select

NAME RESET above.

5 Edit the name of the input function in the remote control display, pressing

Use / to change the character and / to move forward/back a position. The name can be up to 14 characters.

Direct function

• Default setting: ON

You can use the direct function feature to control one component using the remote control while at the same time, using your receiver to playback a different component. This could let you, for example, use the

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

RENAME’,

ENTER

NAME EDIT

then press

’, then press

ENTER

when you’re finished.

, press

HOME

‘, then press

, press

HOME

ENTER

1 When Selecting preset codes directly on page 84 are set, all the signals learned in the input function buttons are cleared. This function is

convenient when you want to reset some but not all of input function buttons.

2The TV CONTROL name can be changed when the remote control operation selector switch is switched to TV. To change the names of the

input functions, set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE.

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37)

Note

DVD

RECEIVER SOURCE

MAIN

MULTI OPERATION

AUDIO

VIDEO

ZONE2

SOURCE

RECEIVER

iPod

USB

OPTION

MULTI CH

ADAPTER

NET RADIO

INPUT SELECT LIGHT

PHONO

AUX

INPUT MUTE MUTE

VOL

TV CONTROL

VIDEO

CD-R

TUNER

HMG

HDMIDVR

BDR

AUDIO

PARAMETER

TOP MENU

BAND

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

CATEGORY

LIST

TOOLS

HOME MENU

STATUS

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

T.EDIT GUIDE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

INPUT MUTE

TUNE

PRESET PRESET

MUTE

PGM MENU

TV CONTROL

STEREO

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

INFO

DIMMER

A.ATT

CLR

SBch MCACC

HDMI OUT

D.ACCESS

ENTER

CLASS

DISP

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

STANDARD ADV SURR

ENTER

RETURN

remote control to set up and listen to a CD on the receiver, and then use the remote control to rewind a tape in your VCR while you continue to listen to your CD player.

When direct function is on, any component you select (using the input function buttons) will be selected by both the receiver and the remote control. When you turn direct function off, you can operate the remote control without affecting the receiver.

1 While pressing MULTI OPERATION, press HOME MENU. The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

to select ‘DIRECT FUNC’, then press ENTER.

The remote display prompts you for the button of the input function you want to control.

3 Press the input function button for the component

ENTER

you want to control, then press

4Use

/

to switch direct function ON or

press

ENTER

OFF

, then

The remote display shows OK to confirm the setting.

Multi Operation and System Off

The Multi Operation feature allows you to program a series of up to 6 commands for the components in your system. For example, you could turn on your TV, turn on your DVD player and start playing the loaded DVD using only two buttons on the remote control.

Similar to multi operations, System Off allows you to use one button to stop and switch off a series of components

in your system at the same time.

3 Press the input function button for the component that will start the multi-operation, then press

ENTER

For example, if you want to start the sequence by switching on your DVD player, press DVD.

4Use

/

to select ‘

EDIT CODE

’, then press

ENTER

To erase any previously stored multi-operations (or shutdown sequences) select CLEAR CODE above.

5Use press

/

to select a command in the sequence, then

ENTER

. If this is the first command in the sequence, select 1st CODE. Otherwise, simply choose the next command in the sequence. PRESS KEY flashes after you press ENTER.

6 If necessary, press the input function button for the component whose command you want to input.

This is only necessary if the command is for a new component (input function).

7 Select the button for the command you want to input.

The following remote control commands can be selected:

Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence

Set the remote control operation mode selector switch to RECEIVER when you want to program this receiver’s operations, to SOURCE when you want to program operations of other components.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

OFF

’ from the menu and press

If you selected Multi Operation (MULTI OPERATE), the

remote display prompts you for an input function button.

If you selected System Off (SYSTEM OFF), go to step 4.

1 You can’t use direct function TUNER, HMG NET RADIIO, ADAPTER and iPod USB. 2• Before Multi Operation and System Off will work correctly, you must setup the remote to work with your TV and other components (see

Setting the remote to control other components on page 84 for more on this).

• Some units may take some time to power up, in which case multiple operations may not be possible.

• Power on and off commands only work with components that have a standby mode.

• Up to 5 commands can be programmed for System Off.

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

MULTI OPERATE

ENTER

, press

’ or ‘

HOME

SYSTEM

• You don’t need to program the receiver to switch on or off. This is done automatically.

With Pioneer components, you don’t need to:

• program the power to switch off in a shutdown

sequence (except DVD recorders);

These take priority in multi operations (not shutdown).

Note

RECEIVER SOURCE

MAIN

MULTI OPERATION

ZONE2 3

DVD

iPod

USB

OPTION

MULTI CH

ADAPTER

NET RADIO

TUNER

HMG

HDMIDVR

BDR

MULTI OPERATION

RECEIVER SOURCE

MAIN

MULTI OPERATION

ZONE2 3

DVD

iPod

USB

OPTION

MULTI CH

ADAPTER

NET RADIO

TUNER

HMG

HDMIDVR

BDR

MULTI OPERATION

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8 Repeat steps 5 to 7 to program a sequence of up to commands.

9 When you’re finished, use EXIT

’ from the menu and press

/

ENTER

to select ‘

EDIT

You will return to the remote control Setup menu. Select EXIT SETUP to exit.

Using multi operations

You can start multi operations with the receiver switched on, or in standby.

1 Press

MULTI OPERATION

MULTI OPERATE flashes in the display.

Press

an input function button that has been set up

with a multi operation.

The receiver switches on (if it was in standby) and the programmed multi operation is performed

automatically.

Using System off

Controlling components

This remote control can control components after entering the proper codes (see Selecting preset codes directly on page 84). Set the remote control operation selector switch to SOURCE, then press the input function buttons to select the component.

• TV CONTROL on the remote control are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV operation selector switch. If you have two TVs, assign the main TV to the TV operation selector switch.

MAIN

RECEIVER SOURCE

ZONE2

USB

iPod

MULTI CH

PHONO

AUX

3 MULTI

OPERATION

BDR

DVD

NET RADIO

HMG

OPTION

TUNER

VIDEO

INPUT SELECT LIGHT

SOURCE

RECEIVER

VOL

HDMIDVR

ADAPTER

CD-R

VOL

1 Press MULTI OPERATE flashes in the display.

2 Press

The command sequence you programmed will run, then all Pioneer components will switch off receiver.

1 With this remote control, the IR and RF modes can be selected separately for the individual input functions. To perform a multi operation on

a device (input function) for which the IR mode is selected, point the remote control toward the remote sensor on that device. 2 In order to avoid accidently switching off a DVD recorder that is currently recording, no DVD recorder power off codes are sent. 3 • With this remote control, the IR and RF modes can be selected separately for the individual input functions. To turn off the power of a device

(input function) for which the IR mode is selected using the System Off function, point the remote control toward the remote sensor on that device.

• When the power code of another brand is registered, the power on/off operation may be inverted. When using the System Off function for a

multi operation including the power codes of other brands, always check that the power of all the components has turned off.

MULTI OPERATION

 SOURCE

TV CONTROL

INPUT MUTE

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU

BAND

PRESET PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

, followed by this

iPod CTRL PTY SEARCH

STATUS

THX PQLSMPX MEMORY

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

STEREO

PGM MENU

SIGNAL SEL SLEEP AUDIO

A.ATT

SBch MCACC

D.ACCESS

CLR

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

TUNE

TOOLS

T.EDIT GUIDE

GUIDE

ENTER

RETURN

TUNE

PHASE CTRL CH LEVEL

STANDARD ADV SURR

DIMMER

INFO

DISP

HDMI OUT

CLASS

ENTER

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Button(s) TV TV (Monitor) BD/DVD HDD/DVR VCR SAT/CATV

 SOURCE POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF

Number buttons numerics numerics numerics numerics numerics numerics

• (dot) • (dot) KURO LINK CLEAR + – 

ENTER

(CLASS)

/////////////// – ///

ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER – ENTER

PGM (Red) Red Red –HDD/DVD–Red

MENU (Green) Green Green –MENU–Green

(Yellow)

(Blue)

 ––

 – AUTO SETUP C/

 – FREEZE D/

 ––A/

 ––

 ANT

 –SCREEN SIZEE/

AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO

DISP DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY – DISPLAY/INFO

CH +/– CH+/

 +  –––––RECORD

a.Controls for BD.

CH ENTER CH ENTER ENTER CLEAR – ENTER

EXIT/INFO EXIT TOP MENU TOP MENU/

TOOLS/GUIDE USER MENU

HOME MENU HOME MENU HOME MENU HOME MENU – HOME

RETURN RETURN RETURN RETURN – RETURN

Yellow Yellow –VCR–Yellow

Blue Blue MENU TV/DTV – Blue

AV SELECTION

CH+/

TOOLS

B/

OUTPUT RESOLUTION

+/–

DISC NAVI

GUIDE – GUIDE

CH+/

–LIST

CH+/

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Button(s) LD CD/CD-R/SACD MD/DAT TAPE

 SOURCE POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF

Number buttons numerics numerics numerics –

• (dot) +10 >10/CLEAR CLEAR

ENTER

ENTER DISC/ENTER – ENTER

CLEAR

(CLASS)

TOP MENU–––

–

LEGATO LINK

////// ––///

––



ENTER ENTER–– 

–

SACD SETUP

––

RETURN – – –

PGM (Red) PROGRAM

(Yellow)

(Blue)

REPEAT

SHUFFLE















AUDIO AUDIO

PURE AUDIO

DISP DISPLAY/INFO TIME

a.Controls for MD. b.Controls for SACD. c.Controls for DAT.

/MS–

/MS+





––

Button(s) TV (Projector)

 SOURCE POWER ON

1 MOVIE

2 STANDARD

3 DYNAMIC

4 USER1

5 USER2

6 USER3

7 COLOR+

8 SHARP+

9 GAMMA

0 COLOR

• (dot) SHARP

ENTER (CLASS) COLOR TEMP

EXIT

INFO

//////

ENTER ENTER

TEST

HIDE

 HDMI1

 HDMI2

 COMP.

 VIDEO

 S-VIDEO

 BRIGHT

 BRIGHT+

AUDIO POWER OFF

DISP ASPECT

CH +/– CONTRAST+/

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CONTROL

OUT

Remote control operation

IR blaster (only required when you want to operate other components by RF two-way communications) (max. 4 components)

Operation is possible in any direction the remote control is pointed (360°)

RF Adapter

Receiver

Operation of the receiver or other components placed in a rack is possible

Using the RF communications function

RS-232C

(

OUTPUT 5 V

150 mA MAX

CU-RF100

PRP

ANTENNA

FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP

)

With this receiver, two-way communications between the receiver and remote control are possible by connecting

the included RF adapter to the RS-232C and CU-RF100 terminals. For instructions on connecting the RF adapter, see Connecting the RF adapter (SC-37 only) on page 21. Two-way communications allow you to use the following functions:

•The receiver can be operated by pointing the remote control in any direction (360°) (maximum line-of-sight distance for two-way communications: about 10 meters).

•Operate is possible without being affected by obstacles (even products in racks can be operated).

•The information shown on the receiver’s display can be displayed on the remote control’s display as you operate.

•

F communications can be used to operate up to 4

R other components connected to the receiver (using the included IR blaster. For details, see Operating other components by RF communications on page 92).

•The remote control input display names can be synchronized with the input names changed at Input Name on the receiver’s Input Setup menu (page 45) and acquired automatically. For details, see

Renaming input function names in synchrony with the receiver on page 93.

•When the receiver’s input is switched, the remote control’s display and operating mode switch to that input automatically. For details, see Setting the remote control operation mode on page 94.

Important

• The line-of-sight communications distance is a rough indication, and may differ according to the surro

g environment.

undin

•Depending on the communications environment, functions using two-way communications between the receiver and remote control may not operate properly. For details, including cautions on the communications environment and usage procedure, etc., see Precautions when using the Omni- Directional RF Remote Control on page 94.

Note

•You can cancel or exit any of the steps by press and hold MULTI OPERATION for a couple of seconds. To go back a step, press RETURN.

Note

To mount on a shelf above the component

Double-faced tape

Rack

Remote control sensor

To mount on the component

Remote control sensor

Doublefaced tape

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Pairing the RF adapter and remote control

Pairing is necessary in order to use the RF communications function. Perform the operation below after connecting the RF adapter and receiver.

1 Switch on the receiver.

2 Set the Setup

For details, see RF Remote Setup (SC-37 only) on page 120

3 Press the adapter.

RF adapter’s LED blinks red.

4 While pressing PARAMETER The remote display shows PAIRING.

5 Press ENTER on the remote control. AUTHORIZATION flashes and pairing is performed.

When pairing is successful, SUCCESS is displayed and pairing is completed. RF adapter’s LED lights green.

The display on the receiver itself is displayed on the remote control’s display. For details, see Remote control

display on page 13. If ERROR is displayed, pairing has not been successful.

Check the connections and distance with the RF adapter, then start over from step 1.

The remote control unit’s receiver operation mode must be set to “RF” in order to operate the receiver with RF twoway communi Operating this receiver by RF communications below.

Operating this receiver by RF

RF Remote Setup

menu to ON.

communications

Use this procedure to make the remote control settings to operate the receiver using RF two-way communications. The settings can be made individually for the main zone, ZONE 2 and ZONE 3. Connect the

receiver and RF adapter and pair the RF adapter and remote control unit beforehand.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

ENTER

Check that the units are paired. If RECEIVER MAIN is displayed, pairing has been performed properly, so proceed to step 3. If RF MODE ONLY flashes, pairing has not been performed properly, so perform this procedure again after performing pairing (see Pairing the RF adapter and remote control on page 92).

1 When RECEIVER is selected and RF MODE is set at step 3, HMG NET RADIIO, ADAPTER, iPod USB and TUNER are automatically set to the

RF mode. Note that RF MODE cannot be set for OPTION 1 and OPTION 2.

on this receiver’s

SETTING

on the remote control.

cati

to select ‘

button on the front of the RF

MULTI OPERATION

ons. Make this setting as described at

MULTI OPERATION

IR/RF SELECT’,

, press

then press

Other

VIDEO

HOME

3Use

/

to select the receiver zone for which you want to use RF two-way communications, then press ENTER.

4Use

/

Select IR MODE to return to operation by infrared signal.

to select ‘

5 If you want to operate other zones with RF twoway communications, repeat steps 3 and 4.

RF MODE’,

then press

ENTER

Operating other components by RF communications

Up to 4 other components connected to the receiver can be operated by RF communications. Use the IR blaster to communicate between the RF adapter and other components, and switch the remote control’s setting to RF. The remote control’s setting can be switched individually for each input.

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RF adapter

Note

1 Connect the IR blaster cable to the RF Adapter’s IR Blaster terminal and mount the transmitter on the component you want to operate with RF communications.

•Operation is not possible unless the IR blaster is mounted in an appropriate position. Whenever

possible, mount it above the other component’s remote control sensor. If mounted below, the influence of external light, etc., could hamper reception.

• Mount the IR blaster securely to a position near the other component’s remote control sensor. For the location of the other component’s remote control sensor, see the component’s operating instructions.

• Clean any dirt or dust off the p lace at which the double-faced tape is to be attached beforehand.

• Note that the double-faced tape is strong, and that trying to peel it off the she applied may damage the shelf’s surface.

2 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

3Use

/

ENTER

Check that the units are paired. If RECEIVER MAIN is displayed, pairing has been performed properly, so proceed to step 4. If RF MODE ONLY flashes, pairing has not been performed properly, so perform this procedure again after performing pairing (see Pairing the RF adapter and remote control on page 92).

4Use

/

component you want to operate using RF communications, then press

Select the input component to which the IR blaster was mounted in step 1.

5Use

/

Select IR MODE to return to operation by infrared signal.

6 If other input function buttons also switch to RF communications operation, repeat step 4 to 5.

7 Press and hold seconds to exit and store the operation(s).

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

to select input function for the

to select ‘

MULTI OPERATION

f, etc., after it has been

IR/RF SELECT’,

ENTER

RF MODE’,

then press

, press

HOME

then press

ENTER

for a couple of

Renaming input function names in synchrony with the receiver

• Default setting: MANUAL

The remote control input display names can be synchronized with the input names that have been changed at Input Name on the receiver’s Input Setup menu (page 45) and acquired automatically. There are two modes: AUTO in which the receiver’s input names are acquired automatically each time the input is switched, and MANUAL in which the receiver’s input names are only acquired for input functions selected manually. Even when input names are changed manually at Renaming input function names manually on page 86, when synchro renaming is performed here, the input name is overwritten.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use ENTER

MANUAL flashes in the remote display.

3Use ENTER

If you selected AUTO, this completes the setting. The receiver’s input names are acquired automatically in

synchrony with the receiver each time the remote control’s input is switched. Proceed to step 7.

If you selected MANUAL, go to step 4.

4 Press the input function button for the component whose receiver input name you want to acquire, then

press The receiver’s input name is acquired. After PLEASE WAIT is displayed, the receiver’s input name flashes. If the name has not been changed at Input Name on the

receiver’s Input Setup menu (page 45), NO CHANGE flashes.

5Press the remote control. COMPLETE is displayed and the input name is

registered.

6 To acquire the receiver input names for other input function buttons, repeat step 4 to 5.

7 Press and hold seconds to exit and store the operation(s).

/

ENTER

to select ‘

to sele ct ‘

to enter the input name displayed on

MULTI OPERATION

SYNC RENAMING’,

AUTO

’ or ‘

MANUAL’,

MULTI OPERATION

, press

HOME

then press

for a couple of

1If RF MODE ONLY flashes, pairing has not been performed properly or RECEIVER may be set to IR MODE at the remote control’s IR/RF SELECT

setting. In this case, perform pairing, then switch RECEIVER to RF MODE at the remote control’s IR/RF SELECT setting. For details, see Pairing the RF adapter and remote control on page 92 and Operating this receiver by RF communications on page 92.

2The HDMI input function button is not supported.

Note

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1 Examples of common devices utilizing the 2.4 GHz

Setting the remote control operation mode

•Default setting: ON

When the remote control operation mode is turned on and the receiver’s input is switched, the remote control display and operation mode switch automatically to that input. Select OFF if you do not want the remote control’s function to switch automatically when the receiver’s

input is switched.

1 While pressing MENU

The remote display shows SETUP MENU.

2Use

/

ENTER

Check that the units are paired. If SYNCHRO ON is displayed, pairing has been performed properly, so proceed to step 3. If RF MODE ONLY flashes, pairing has not been performed properly, so perform this procedure again after performing pairing (see Pairing the RF adapter and remote control on page 92).

3Use

/

OFF

’, then press

The remote display shows OK to confirm the setting.

4 Press and hold seconds to exit and store the operation(s).

MULTI OPERATION

to select ‘

OPERATION MODE’,

SYNCHRO ON

ENTER

MULTI OPERATION

, press

HOME

then press

’ or ‘

SYNCHRO

for a couple of

Precautions when using the OmniDirectional RF Remote Control

Precautions regarding wavelength

•This remote control is designed to prevent other persons from eavesdropping on the transmitted

signals, but precautions should nonetheless be taken against the chance that other persons’ could intercept and listen to the signals transmitted. Given that this remote control produces radio wave transmissions, another person could deliberately use a receiver to attempt to intercept such transmissions. As a result, this device should not be used to play important transmissions demanding privacy.

This remote control utilizes the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This band is also used by a variety of other devices as noted below. In particular, devi the user are listed in item 2.

ces not oft

en cognizant to

band:

•Cordless phone

•Cordless facsimile

•Microwave oven

•Wireless LAN router

•Wireless AV device

•Wireless controllers for games

•Microwave therapeutic devices

• Bluetooth wireless technology devices

2 Other devices using 2.4 GHz:

•Shoplifting-prevention systems

•Amateur wireless radio

•Distribution control systems at factories and warehouses

• Railway and emergency vehicle wireless identification systems

When such devices are used simultaneously with this remote control, signal interference may occur, resulting in signal dropouts.

To improve reception quality, try the following:

•Turn off the other device emitting radio waves.

• Place the interfering device farther away (Move both the remote control and RF adapter away from the interfering device).

Do not use this remote control in the following locations, since transmission interruption may result:

•L

ocations where another device using the same 2.4 GHz frequency is being used, such as a Bluetooth wireless technology device or wireless LAN, or in the vicinity where the magnetic field, static electricity, or radio wave interference from another device may occur (depending on the environment, radio waves may not transmit effectively).

• Move the radio farther away.

• If visual noise appears on the television screen, it is possible that this remote control is producing adverse influence on the antenna input of the television, video device, BS tuner, or CS tuner. Move this remote control farther away from the antenna input of the affected device.

1 • When the remote control’s input is switched, the receiver’s input also switches, but for functions for which the remote control direct function

(page 86) is set to off, when the remote control’s input is switched, the receiver’s input does not switch and only the remote control unit’s operating screen switches.

• The remote control operation mode is only valid when the remote control operation selector switch is set to SOURCE.

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Usable range

•Designed for use only within private homes (signal transmission distance may be reduced due to room design or conditions).

In the following cases, this remote control cannot operate due to poor or erratic radio wave transmission.

•When signal transmission is blocked by a wall or floor constructed of ferro-concrete or metal.

•Nearby large metal furniture objects

• In large crowds of people, or near obstructive buildings.

•Locations where another device using the same 2.4 GHz frequency is being used, such as a Bluetooth wireless technology device or wireless LAN, or in the vicinity where the magnetic field, static electricity, or radi

wave interference from another device may

occur.

• When living in a housing complex (apartment, condominium, etc.) where the next-door unit has a microwave oven located near to this remote control. Note that even a microwave oven will not interfere with this remote control when not in use.

• When using multiple Omni-Directional RF Remote Control in the same location.

Signal reflection

• The signals reaching the remote control include those transmitted in a straight line from the main unit (direct waves), and those that are received after being bounced off of walls, furniture, and other buildings (reflected waves). As a result, reflected waves can be generated by obstacles and other reflective objects, causing variations in the signal quality. In such cases, try slightly changing the position of the remote control.

•Persons using pacemakers or other medical or therapeutic electronic devices should consult the manufacturer or dealer of their device regardi

tential effects of radio waves from this remote

po control.

• Do not use in aircraft, hospitals, or other locations where the use of radio-wave-generating devices is prohibited, since adverse affects may be caused to flight communications equipment or medical devices. Follow all precautions and directives given by medical institutions.

ng the

CAUTION

• With the exception of cases determined by law to be the subject of legal liability, Pioneer refuses all responsibility for any harm resulting to the customer or other person as a result of the use of this remote control.

For safe use

• Do not use near electronic devices utilizing high- precision or very delicate radio waves, since the other

device may operate incorrectly, resulting in malfunction.

Examples of devices requiring particular caution:

•Hearing aids, pacemakers and other medical or therapeutic electronic devices, fire/smoke detectors, automatic door openers, other automatic devices.

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-35)

Important

• This section includes explanations for the SC-35’s remote control. For instructions for the SC-37’s remote control, see Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-37) on page 83.

About the Remote Setup menu

The Remote Setup mode is set by pressing the number button while pressing R.SETUP. The different items on the Remote Setup menu are described below. For their setting procedures, refer to the explanations for the respective items.

Setting What it does

Preset recall

Code learning

Multi operation

System off This is a function for automatically turning off the

Direct function

Erase learning

Back light The backlight lighting pattern can be selected

A series of the remote control operations for

listening or viewing can be programmed.

starting Multiple remote control codes can be set for the different input functions. See “Multi operation and System off” on page 99.

power of devices connected to the receiver. Multiple remote control codes can be set, as desired. See “Multi operation and System off” on page 99.

This is a setting for changing only the remote control unit’s operation screen, without changing the receiver’s input, when the remote control unit’s input function buttons are pressed. This is convenient for using the rem devices not connected to the receiver. See “Direct function” on page 98.

from among four modes, in consideration of convenience and battery service life. See “Setting the backlight mode” on page 99.

ote control unit for

Setting What it does

Reset function

All reset This is a function for resetting all remote control

Change RC mode

This is a function for resetting preset codes that have been set. Key resetting can be done for individual input functions. See “Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function” on page 98.

unit settings you have made to the defaults set upon shipment from the factory. See “Resetting the remote control settings” on page 101.

Note

• You can cancel or exit any of the steps by pressing

R.SETUP.

•After one minute of inactivity, the remote automatically exits the operation.

Operating multiple receivers

Up to four receivers can be operated discretely using this receiver's remote control when using multiple r eceivers, provided they are of the same model as this receiver. The receiver to be operated is switched by inputting the preset code to set the remote control setting.

• Set the remote modes on the receivers before using this function (see Remote Control Mode Setup on page 119).

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the number button for the receiver (“ 1

” to “

Receiver 4

For example, to operate “Receiver 2”, press “2”.

If the LED lights for one second, the setting has been successfully completed.

When the preset code is input, the LED flashes three times to indicate that the setting has failed.

R.SETUP

, then press “4” for three

”) you wish to operate.

Receiver

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Note

If the LED lights for one second, the setting has been

Setting the remote to control other components

Most components can be assigned to one of the input function buttons (such as DVD or CD) using the component’s manufacturer preset code stored in the remote.

•For greater convenience, assign the TV connected to the MONITOR OUT terminal

to the TV CT

RL button,

and assign your satellite/cable receiver or set-top box connected to the TV input terminal to the TV input button. If a single device is connected to both terminal s, th at dev ice should be assigne d to b oth the TV CTRL and TV input buttons.

• Devices may be assigned to the following input function buttons.

MULTI

SOURCERECEIVER

OPERATION

R.SETUP

DVR/BDR HDMI

BD DVD

ADAPTERNET RADIO

CDTV

iPod

USB TUNER SIRIUS XM

INPUT SELECT TV CTRL

RECEIVER

Selecting preset codes directly

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the input function button for the component you want to control. When assigning preset codes to TV CONTROL, press TV CTRL here.

The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.

3 Use the number buttons to enter the 4-digit preset code.

See Preset code list (SC-35 only) on page 139.

R.SETUP

, then press “1” for three

successfully completed.

When the preset code is fully input, the LED flashes three times to indicate that the setting has failed. If this happens, enter the 4-digit preset code again.

4 Repeat steps 2 through 3 for the other components you want to control.

To try out the remote control, switch the component on or off (into standby) by pressing  SOURCE. If it doesn’t seem to work, select the next code from the list (if there is one).

5Press

R.SETUP

to exit the preset setup mode.

Programming signals from other remote controls

Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below:

MULTI OPERATION

R.SETUP

DVR/BDR HDMI

BD DVD

CDTV

iPod

USB TUNER SIRIUS XM

INPUT

SELECT TV CTRL

INPUT

TV CONTROL

VOL

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the input function button for the component you want to control.

The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.

SOURCERECEIVER

ADAPTERNET RADIO

RECEIVER

MASTER VOLUME

MUTE

R.SETUP

AUDIO

PARAMETER

LIST

TOP MENU BAND GUIDE

PRESET

CATEGORY

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL

AUTO / ALC /

DIRECT

STEREO

HDD DVD

DTV MPX PQLS

HDMI OUT

SIGNAL SEL

MCACC SLEEP

CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER

D.ACCESS

/ CLR

VIDEO

PARAMETER

TOOLS

TUNE

T.EDIT

ENTER

PRESET

RETURN

TUNE

MEMORY

PGM

STANDARD

ADV SURR

CTRL STATUSTHX

PHASE

AUDIO

213

INFO

DISP

546

8079

CLASS

ENTER

, then press “2” for three

1 The remote can store about 120 preset codes from other components (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only).

Note

3 cm

(1 inch)

This receiver’s remote control

Other remote control

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3 Point the two remote controls towards each other, then press the button that will be doing the learning on this receiver’s remote control.

The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.

•The remote controls should be 3 cm (1 inch) apart.

4 Press the corresponding button on the other remote control that is sending (teaching) the signal to this receiver’s remote control.

If the LED lights for one second, the setting has been successfully completed.

5 To program additional signals for the current component repeat steps 3 and 4.

To program signals for another component, exit and repeat steps 2 through 4.

6 Press

R.SETUP

to exit the programming mode.

Erasing one of the remote control button settings

This erases one of the buttons you have programmed and restores the button to the factory default.

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the input function button corresponding to the command to be erased, then press

The LED flashes once.

3 Press and hold the button to be erased for three seconds.

If the LED lights for one second, the erasing has been successfully completed.

4 Repeat step 3 to erase other buttons.

5 Press

R.SETUP

to exit the erasing mode.

, then press “7” for three

ENTER

Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function

This operation erases all the operational settings of other devices that have been programmed in one input function, and restores the factory default.

This function is handy for erasing all data programmed for devices no longer being used.

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press and hold the input function button corresponding to the command to be erased for three seconds.

If the LED lights for one second, the erasing has been successfully completed.

R.SETUP

Direct function

• Default setting: On

You can use the direct function feature to control one component using the remote control while at the same time using your receiver to play a different component. This could let you, for example, use the remote control to set up and listen to a CD on the receiver, and then use the remote control to rewind a tape in your VCR while you continue to listen to your CD player.

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the input function button for the component you want to control.

3 Press “1” (On) or “0” (Off) to switch the direct function mode.

If the LED lights for one second, the setting has been successfully completed.

If the LED flashes three times, the setting has failed.

4 Press

R.SETUP

to exit the setup.

, then press “9” for three

, then press “5” for three

1 • Note that interference from TVs or other devices will sometimes result in the remote control learning the wrong signal.

• Some commands from other remote controls cannot be learned, but in most cases the remotes just need to be moved closer together or farther apart.

• If the LED flashes for five seconds, it means the memory is full. See Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function on page 98 to erase a programmed button you’re not using to free up more memory (note that some signals may take more memory than others).

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-35)

Note

Setting the backlight mode

• Default setting: 1 (normal mode)

The backlight lighting pattern can be selected from among four modes, in consideration of convenience and battery service life.

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the number button for the backlight mode you want to set.

•

“1” (normal mode)

off with the light button. After it lights, it turns off automatically if no operation is performed for 10 seconds.

•

“2” (

frequent lighting mode) – The backlight turns

on when any button on the remote control is pressed. It is turned off with the light button. After it lights, it turns off automatically if no operation is performed for 10 seconds.

•

“3” (eco mode)

with the light button. After it lights, it turns off automatically if no operation is performed for 5 seconds.

•

“4” (off mode)

when the light button is pressed.

If the LED lights for one second, the setting has been successfully completed.

If the LED flashes three, the setting has failed.

3Press

R.SETUP

, then press “6” for three

– The backlight is turned on and

– The backlight is turned on and off

– The backlight does not turn on even

to exit the setup.

Multi operation and System off

The Multi operation feature allows you to program a series of up to 5 commands for the components in your system.

•

Be sure to call up the preset codes of devices or perform programming signals for other remote controls before multi operation memory programming (

The Multi operation feature makes it easy to perform the following operations by pressing just two buttons.

Press MULTI OPERATION and then the DVD input function button to:

1. Switch this receiver on.

2. Switch this receiver’s input to DVD.

3. Transmit a sequence of up to five programmed commands.

Similar to Multi operations, System off allows you to use two buttons to stop and switch off a series of components in your system at the same time. operation sequence may be programmed.

Press

MULTI OPERATION

1. Transmit a sequence of up to five programmed commands.

2. Switch off all Pioneer devices including the receiver (except DVD recorders and VCRs).

For greater convenience, program this receiver to perform power on/off and playback operations on nonPioneer devices as well. described above are not contingent on programming for non-Pioneer devices.)

The buttons that can be programmed using Multi operation or System off are the same buttons as those that can be programmed for other remote controls (see Programming signals from other remote controls on

page 97).

Only one System off

and then

(The signals for Pioneer devices

 SOURCE

to:

1• Before Multi operation and System off will work correctly, you must setup the remote to work with your TV and other components (see Setting

the remote to control other components on page 97 for more on this).

• Some units may take some time to power up, in which case multiple operations may not be possible.

• Power on and off commands only work with components that have a standby mode.

2Some remote controllers for other manufacturers' devices use the same signals for switching the power o n and off. In some cas es, e ven if this

receiver is programmed to perform these commands, power to the non-Pioneer devices may not be switched on and off correctly. Program

eiver to pe

the rec

rform these commands if the non-Pioneer device uses separate signals for power on/off.

Note

Controlling the rest of your system (In case of SC-35)

Programming a Multi operation or a shutdown sequence

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the input function button (or button).

For Multi operations, press the input function you wish to program (for example, if you want to start the sequence

by switching on your DVD player, press DVD).

For System off, press the  SOURCE button.

The LED blinks twice and flashes continuously.

3 If necessary, press the input function button for the component whose command you want to input.

This is only necessary if the command is for a new component (input function).

4 Select the button for the command you want to input.

The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.

• You don’t need to program the receiver to switch on or off. This is done automatically.

With Pioneer components, you don’t need to program the power to switch off in a shutdown sequence (except DVD recorders).

5 Repeat steps 3 to 4 to program a sequence of up to five commands.

If you press R.SETUP before programming is completed, commands programmed up to that point will be stored.

6 Press

R.SETUP

to exit the programming mode.

, then press “3” for three

 SOURCE

Using System off

1 Press

The LED flashes continuously.

The command sequence you programmed will run, then all Pioneer components will switch off receiver (switch of all the zones becomes off).

MULTI OPERATION

Within five seconds,

press

 SOURCE

, followed by this

Erasing the settings for the multi-operation

This erases all the settings programmed in the remote control for the multi-operation.

1 Press and hold seconds.

The LED flashes continuously.

• To cancel the preset setup mode press R.SETUP.

2 Press the input function button containing the program you want to cancel or the for three seconds.

If the LED lights for one second, the erasing has been successfully completed.

R.SETUP

, then press “8” for three

 SOURCE

button

100

Using multi operations

1 Press

The LED flashes continuously.

2 button that has been set up with a multi operation.

The receiver switches on (if it was in standby) and the programmed multi operation is performed automatically.

1 With Multi operation, the HDMI and TV CTRL settings cannot be made. For other settable input functions, see Setting the remote to control

other components on page 97.

2In order to avoid accidently switching off a DVD recorder that is currently recording, no DVD recorder power off codes are sent.

MULTI OPERATION

Within five seconds, press

an input function

Pioneer SC-35, SC-37 Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Before you start

Our philosophy

Features

Checking what’s in the box

Installing the receiver

Loading the batteries

Operating range of remote control unit

Controls and displays

Remote control (In case of SC-37)

Remote control display

RF adapter

Remote control (In case of SC-35)

Display

Front panel

Connecting your equipment

Rear panel

Determining the speakers’ application

Placing the speakers

Other speaker connections

THX speaker system setup

Some tips for improving sound quality

Connecting the speakers

Installing your speaker system

Standard surround connection

Bi-amping your speakers

Bi-wiring your speakers

Selecting the Speaker system

Front height setup

Front wide setup

Speaker B setup

Bi-Amping setup

ZONE 2 setup

About the video converter

About HDMI

Connecting your TV and playback components

Connecting using HDMI

Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input

Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box

Connecting the multichannel analog inputs

Connecting other audio components

About the WMA9 Pro decoder

Connecting additional amplifiers

Connecting AM/FM antennas

Connecting external antennas

MULTI-ZONE setup

Making MULTI-ZONE connections

Connecting to the network through LAN interface

Connecting an XM Radio tuner

Connecting a SiriusConnect™ tuner

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input

Connecting an iPod

Connecting a USB device

Connecting a USB device for Advanced MCACC output

Connecting an IR receiver

Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger

Plugging in the receiver

Basic Setup

Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)

Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC)

Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup

The Input Setup menu

Input function default and possible settings

Basic playback

Playing a source

Playing a source with HDMI connection

Selecting the multichannel analog inputs

Playing an iPod

Playing back audio files stored on an iPod

Playing a USB device

Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory device

Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device

About playable file formats