Pioneer SC-61, SC-63 Operating Instruction

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Operating Instructions

AV Receiver

SC-63 SC-61

IMPORTANT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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.

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.

WARNING

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

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.

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.

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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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)

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).

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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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

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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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. accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as

8) radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

9) 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

10) pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

13)

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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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.

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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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.

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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WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or

cords associated with accessories sold with the product may expose you to chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm.

Information to User

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

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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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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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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 Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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CAUTION: HOT SURFACE. DO NOT TOUCH.

The top surface over the internal heatsink may become hot when operating this product continuously.

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.

Contents

01 Before you start

Checking what’s in the box ................................................................................................................................................ 8

Our philosophy .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Features ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Installing the receiver ......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Loading the batteries .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Operating range of remote control unit............................................................................................................................9

About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM)................................................................................................................9

02 Controls and displays

Remote control .................................................................................................................................................................12

Display ...............................................................................................................................................................................14

Front panel ........................................................................................................................................................................15

04 Basic Setup

Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) ................................................................................................37

Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) .....................................................................37

The Input Setup menu ......................................................................................................................................................39

Operation Mode Setup .....................................................................................................................................................40

About the Home Menu.....................................................................................................................................................40

05 Basic playback

Playing a source ...............................................................................................................................................................42

Playing an iPod .................................................................................................................................................................43

Playing a USB device .......................................................................................................................................................44

Listening to the radio ........................................................................................................................................................45

Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music ................................................................................................46

06 Listening to your system

Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes ....................................................................................49

Selecting MCACC presets ...............................................................................................................................................50

Choosing the input signal ................................................................................................................................................50

Better sound using Phase Control ..................................................................................................................................51

03 Connecting your equipment

Connecting your equipment ............................................................................................................................................18

Rear panel .........................................................................................................................................................................18

Determining the speakers’ application ..........................................................................................................................19

Placing the speakers ........................................................................................................................................................20

Connecting the speakers .................................................................................................................................................21

Installing your speaker system ........................................................................................................................................21

Selecting the Speaker system .........................................................................................................................................23

About the audio connection ............................................................................................................................................23

About the video converter ................................................................................................................................................24

About HDMI ......................................................................................................................................................................24

Connecting your TV and playback components ............................................................................................................25

Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources ...............................................................27

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box ...........................................................................................28

Connecting other audio components .............................................................................................................................29

Connecting additional amplifiers ....................................................................................................................................30

Connecting AM/FM antennas .........................................................................................................................................30

MULTI-ZONE setup ...........................................................................................................................................................31

Connecting to the network through LAN interface .......................................................................................................32

Connecting optional Bluetooth ADAPTER .....................................................................................................................33

Connecting an iPod ..........................................................................................................................................................33

Connecting a USB device ................................................................................................................................................33

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input .........................................................................34

Connecting to a wireless LAN .........................................................................................................................................34

Connecting an IR receiver ...............................................................................................................................................34

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger .........................................................................................35

Plugging in the receiver ...................................................................................................................................................35

07 Playback with NETWORK features

Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 53

Playback with Network functions....................................................................................................................................54

About network playback...................................................................................................................................................55

About playable file formats ..............................................................................................................................................57

08 Control with HDMI function

About the Control with HDMI function ...........................................................................................................................59

Making Control with HDMI connections ........................................................................................................................59

HDMI Setup.......................................................................................................................................................................59

Before using synchronization ..........................................................................................................................................60

About synchronized operations ......................................................................................................................................60

Setting the PQLS function ...............................................................................................................................................60

About Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link ..............................................................................................60

Cautions on the Control with HDMI function ................................................................................................................61

09 Using other functions

Setting the Audio options ................................................................................................................................................63

Setting the Video options .................................................................................................................................................65

Switching the speaker terminals ....................................................................................................................................67

Using the MULTI-ZONE controls .....................................................................................................................................67

Making an audio or a video recording ............................................................................................................................68

Network settings from a web browser ............................................................................................................................68

Using the sleep timer .......................................................................................................................................................68

Dimming the display ........................................................................................................................................................68

Checking your system settings .......................................................................................................................................68

Resetting the system ........................................................................................................................................................69

10 Controlling the rest of your system

About the Remote Setup menu.......................................................................................................................................71

Operating multiple receivers ...........................................................................................................................................71

Setting the remote to control other components ..........................................................................................................71

Selecting preset codes directly .......................................................................................................................................71

Programming signals from other remote controls .......................................................................................................72

Erasing one of the remote control button settings ........................................................................................................72

Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function .............................................................................................72

Direct function ..................................................................................................................................................................73

About the ALL ZONE STBY (All Zone Standby) and DISCRETE ON (Discrete On) functions ....................................73

Resetting the remote control settings ............................................................................................................................73

Controlling components ..................................................................................................................................................74

11 The Advanced MCACC menu

Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu ......................................................................................77

Automatic MCACC (Expert) .............................................................................................................................................77

Manual MCACC setup .....................................................................................................................................................79

Checking MCACC Data ....................................................................................................................................................81

Data Management............................................................................................................................................................82

12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus

Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu...............................................................................................85

Manual speaker setup ......................................................................................................................................................85

Network Setup menu .......................................................................................................................................................87

Checking the Network Information .................................................................................................................................88

The Other Setup menu .....................................................................................................................................................88

13 FAQ

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................92

Power .................................................................................................................................................................................92

No sound ...........................................................................................................................................................................92

Other audio problems ......................................................................................................................................................93

ADAPTER PORT terminal ................................................................................................................................................94

Video ..................................................................................................................................................................................94

Settings ..............................................................................................................................................................................94

Professional Calibration EQ graphical output ...............................................................................................................95

Display ...............................................................................................................................................................................95

Remote control .................................................................................................................................................................95

HDMI ..................................................................................................................................................................................95

AVNavigator ......................................................................................................................................................................96

USB interface ....................................................................................................................................................................97

iPod ....................................................................................................................................................................................97

Network .............................................................................................................................................................................97

Web Control ......................................................................................................................................................................98

Wireless LAN .....................................................................................................................................................................99

14 Additional information

Surround sound formats ...............................................................................................................................................101

About iPod .......................................................................................................................................................................101

About SiriusXM ...............................................................................................................................................................101

About FLAC .....................................................................................................................................................................101

Windows 7 .......................................................................................................................................................................102

Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats ............................................................102

Speaker Setting Guide....................................................................................................................................................103

About messages displayed when using network functions .......................................................................................104

Important information regarding the HDMI connection ............................................................................................104

Cleaning the unit ............................................................................................................................................................104

Glossary ...........................................................................................................................................................................105

Features index .................................................................................................................................................................108

Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................109

Preset code list................................................................................................................................................................110

Flow of settings on the receiver

Flow for connecting and setting 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.

Required setting item: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 Setting to be made as necessary: 6, 8, 10, 11, 12

Important

The receiver’s initial settings can be made on the computer using Wiring Navi on the AVNavigator CD-ROM included with the receiver. In this case, virtually the same connections and settings as in steps 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 can be made interactively. For instructions on using AVNavigator, see About using AVNavigator (included

CD-ROM) on page 9.

1 Before you start

! Checking what’s in the box on page 8 ! Loading the batteries on page 9

2 Determining the speakers’ application (page 19)

! 7.2 channel surround system (Front height) ! 7.2 channel surround system (Front wide) ! 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection ! 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) ! 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)

3 Connecting the speakers

! Placing the speakers on page 20 ! Connecting the speakers on page 21 ! Installing your speaker system on page 21 ! Bi-amping your speakers on page 22

4 Connecting the components

! About the audio connection on page 23 ! About the video converter on page 24 ! Connecting your TV and playback components on page 25 ! Connecting AM/FM antennas on page 30 ! Plugging in the receiver on page 35

5 Power On

6 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 37)

7 MCACC speaker settings

! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37

8 The Input Setup menu (page 39)

(When using connections other than the recommended connections)

9 Basic playback (page 41)

10 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired

! Using the various listening modes (page 48) ! Better sound using Phase Control (page 51) ! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 77) ! Changing the channel level while listening (page 86) ! Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 63) ! Setting the PQLS function (page 60) ! Setting the Audio options (page 63) ! Setting the Video options (page 65)

11 Other optional adjustments and settings

! Control with HDMI function (page 58) ! The Advanced MCACC menu (page 76) ! The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 84)

12 Making maximum use of the remote control

! Operating multiple receivers (page 71) ! Setting the remote to control other components (page 71)

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box ............................................................................................................8

Our philosophy ................................................................................................................................ 8

Features ............................................................................................................................................ 8

Installing the receiver ...................................................................................................................... 9

Loading the batteries ...................................................................................................................... 9

Operating range of remote control unit ........................................................................................ 9

About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) ............................................................................. 9

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box

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

! 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 ! CD-ROM (AVNavigator) ! Quick start guide ! Safety Brochure ! Warranty sheet

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 Designing with carefully selected components so as to transmit the original soundtrack accurately

2 Allowing for customized acoustic calibration according to any listening area

3 Tuning that transmits soul

Features

% Class D Amplifier

This unit is an AV receiver developed based on the latest high performance Class D amplifier and integrating the essence of Pioneer’s high sound quality designs. This new generation reference amplifier offers outstanding performance with high sound quality and reproduces the latest in multi-channel digital contents.

% Apple AirPlay

With AirPlay you can stream music from iTunes to the SC-63 and SC-61 and play it through your home theater system. You can even use the receiver to view metadata including song title, artist as well as album art on a connected display. With Pioneer’s Air Play-compatible receivers, you can easily enjoy your iTunes music in any room in the house.

% Air Jam App compatible

For the SC-63 and SC-61, the optional AS-BT200 Bluetooth adapter works together with Pioneer’s exclusive Air Jam application. Available free App in App Store and Android Market, Air Jam allows up to 4 iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or Android devices to share music and create a group playlist for a unique and fun social music network experience.

% AVNavigator

The CD-ROM (AVNavigator) included with this unit provides a variety of functions, such as Wiring Navi with a guide for connecting the unit and setting up from the computer and an Interactive Manual for operating the unit while reading the manual. Also, Operation Guide describes the receiver’s playback operations and how to use several functions through videos and illustrations. AVNavigator is not only included PC software, but also iPad version in free download from App Store. For detail, check the website: http://pioneer.jp/product/soft/iapp_avnavi/en.html

% HDMI (3D, Audio Return Channel)

A compatible component is required to use the above function.

% PQLS Bit-stream

Jitterless high quality playback is possible by connecting a PQLS-compatible player with HDMI connections. This feature is only available when the connected Pioneer Blu-ray Disc Player supporting the PQLS function.

% Auto Phase Control Plus

For discs created with standards other than Phase Control, the LFE channel is delayed upon recording in the first place. This function automatically corrects for phase shifting on such discs and broadcast. This function is especially effective when playing music.

% Hi-bit 24

Creates a wider dynamic range with digital sources like CDs, DVDs or BDs. 16- and 20-bit PCM as well as compressed audio is requantized to 24 bits, and the high frequency component is interpolated upon data processing to enable smoother, more subtle musical expression.

% Sound Retriever Link

By connecting a Pioneer player supporting the Sound Retriever Link function, compressed audio files played on the player can be corrected automatically to play the sound with higher density. This feature is only available when the connected Pioneer Blu-ray Disc Player supporting the PQLS function.

% Virtual Wide speaker

When you’re not using front wide speakers, selecting this mode allows you to hear a virtual front wide channel through your front speakers. This improves the continuity of the sound from the front channel to the surround channels.

% Stream Smoother Link

By connecting a Pioneer player supporting the Stream Smoother Link function, compressed video or movie files played on the player can be corrected automatically to play them with a more natural, easily viewable picture. This feature is only available when the connected Pioneer Blu-ray Disc Player supporting the PQLS function.

% iPod playback

Your iPod, iPhone or iPad can be connected to the receiver’s USB terminal and RCA video terminal to play the music/video files on the iPod, iPhone or iPad. Also, the iPod, iPhone or iPad is charged when it is connected to the receiver.

% 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.

% Bluetooth compatible

Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) lets you enjoy music files on an iPhone or other Bluetooth wireless technology device wirelessly.

% Auto Sound Retriever

The Auto Sound Retriever feature employs DSP technology to restore sound pressure and smooth jagged artifacts left over after compression.

% 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.

Before you start

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

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.

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.

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 insti-

tution’s rules that apply in your country/area.

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.

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7 m (23 ft.)

About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM)

The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the receiver’s connections and initial settings in dialog fashion. High precision initial settings can be completed easily simply by following the instructions on the screen to make the connections and settings. There are also other features enabling easy use of various functions, including an Interactive Manual that operates in association with the receiver, updating of various types of software, and MCACC Application that lets you check the MCACC measurement results on 3D graphs.

Installing AVNavigator

1 Load the included CD-ROM into your computer’s CD drive.

The CD-ROM’s top menu screen appears.

2 Click ‘Install AVNavigator’ from the CD-ROM top menu.

3 Follow the instructions on the screen to install.

When “Finish” is selected, installation is completed.

4 Remove the included CD-ROM from the computer’s CD drive.

Handling the CD-ROM

Operating Environment

! AVNavigator can be used with Microsoft® Windows® XP/Vista/7. ! A browser is at times used for AVNavigator functions. The supported browser is Microsoft Internet Explorer 8

or 9.

! Adobe® Flash® Player 10 must be installed to use some of the functions in AVNavigator. For details, see http://www.adobe.com/downloads/.

Precautions For Use

! This CD-ROM is for use with a personal computer. It cannot be used with a DVD player or music CD player.

Attempting to play this CD-ROM with a DVD player or music CD player can damage speakers or cause impaired hearing due to the large volume.

License

! Please agree to the “Terms of Use” indicated below before using this CD-ROM. Do not use if you are unwilling

to consent to the terms of its use.

! Copyright to data provided on this CD-ROM belongs to PIONEER CORPORATION. Unauthorized transfer,

duplication, broadcast, public transmission, translation, sales, lending or other such matters that go beyond the scope of “personal use” or “citation” as defined by Copyright Law may be subject to punitive actions. Permission to use this CD-ROM is granted under license by PIONEER CORPORATION.

General Disclaimer

! PIONEER CORPORATION does not guarantee the operation of this CD-ROM with respect to personal com-

puters using any of the applicable OS. In addition, PIONEER CORPORATION is not liable for any damages incurred as a result of use of this CD-ROM and is not responsible for any compensation. The names of private corporations, products and other entities described herein are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective firms.

Using AVNavigator

1 Click [AVNavigator 2012.II] on the desktop to launch AVNavigator.

AVNavigator is launched and Wiring Navi starts up. The language selection screen appears. Follow the instructions on the screen to make the connections and automatic settings.

Wiring Navi only starts up automatically the first time AVNavigator is launched.

2 Select and use the desired function.

AVNavigator includes the following functions:

! Wiring Navi – Guides you through connections and initial settings in dialog fashion. High precision initial

settings can be made easily.

! Operation Guide – Describes the receiver’s playback operations and how to use several functions through

videos and illustrations.

! Interactive Manual – Automatically displays the pages explaining the functions that have been operated on

the receiver. It is also possible to operate the receiver from the Interactive Manual.

! Glossary – Displays glossary pages. ! MCACC Appli – Displays Advanced MCACC measurement results vividly on the computer.

There are special operating instructions for MCACC Application. These instructions are included in the

AVNavigator Interactive Manual’s menus. Refer to them when using MCACC Application.

! Software Update – Allows various types of software to be updated. ! Settings – Used to make various AVNavigator settings. ! Detection – Used to detect the receiver.

Before you start

Deleting the AVNavigator

You can use the following method to uninstall (delete) the AVNavigator from your PC.

% Delete from the Control Panel of the PC.

From the Start menu, click “Program” d “PIONEER CORPORATION” d “AVNavigator 2012.II” d “Uninstall AVNavigator 2012.II”.

Controls and displays

Remote control ..............................................................................................................................12

Display ............................................................................................................................................ 14

Front panel ..................................................................................................................................... 15

Controls and displays

Remote control

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

2,3

ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON

RCU SETUP

BD DVDDVR

CDTV

USB CBL OPTION 1

SATTUNER

iPod

INPUT

SELECT

TV CONTROL

AUDIO

PARAMETER

TOP MENU

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL

FEATURES

PQLS

PHASE

MPX

PRESET TUNE

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

STANDARD ADV SURR

222

SIGNAL SEL MCACC

546

DIMMER

SPEAKERS

HDMI OUT

D.ACCESS

/ CLR

ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4

Z2 Z3 Z4

RECEIVER

INPUT

VOL

ENTER

BAND

BDR

NET

STATUS

Hi-Bit

CH LEVEL

SLEEP

CLASS

ENTER

SOURCERECEIVER

HDMI

ADPT

RECEIVER

VOLUME

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

TOOLS

RETURN

D.FILT

PTY

+Favorite

AUDIO

AUTO

S.RTRV

DISP

OPTION 2

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

! White – Receiver control, TV control ! Blue – Other controls (See pages 43, 44, 45, 46 and 74.)

1 u RECEIVER

This switches between standby and on for this receiver.

2 ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON

Use this button to perform unique operations (page 73).

3 RCU SETUP

Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 71).

4 Input function buttons

Press to select control of other components (page 71). Use INPUT SELECT c/ d to select the input function (page 42).

5 Receiver Control buttons

Press first to access:

! STATUS – Press to check selected receiver settings (page 68). ! AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Switches between Auto Surround (page 49), Auto Level Control mode and Stream

Direct mode (page 50).

! STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 49). ! ADV SURR – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 49). ! SIGNAL SEL – Use to select an input signal (page 50). ! MCACC – Press to switch between MCACC presets (page 50). ! CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use k/l to adjust the level (page 86). ! AUTO S.RTRV – Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio sources (page 63). ! SPEAKERS – Use to change the speaker terminal (page 67). ! DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display (page 68). ! SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and select the amount of time before sleep (page 68).

6 TV CONTROL buttons

These buttons can be used to perform operations on the TV to which the TV CONTROL INPUT button is assigned. The TV can be operated with these buttons regardless of the input set for the remote control’s operation mode (page 71).

7 Receiver setting buttons

Press first to access:

! AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the Audio options (page 63). ! VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the Video options (page 65). ! HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 37, 39, 59, 77 and 85). ! RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.

8 i/j/k/l/ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 77) and the Audio or Video options (page 63 or 65).

9 FEATURES buttons

These let you operate the receiver’s features directly.

! PHASE – Press to switch on/off Phase Control (page 51). ! PQLS – Press to select the PQLS setting (page 60). ! Hi-Bit – Press to switch on/off the Hi-Bit 24 setting (page 63). ! D.FILT – With this receiver, D.FILT cannot be used.

10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons

Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 (page 67).

11 Remote control LED

Lights when a command is sent from the remote control.

12 OPTION

The preset codes of desired devices can be registered in the remote control and button operations can be registered using the learning mode.

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.

14 VOLUME +/–

Use to set the listening volume.

15 MUTE

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

Note

! With this receiver, HDMI OUT, D.FILT, OPTION 2 and ZONE 4 buttons cannot be used.

Controls and displays

Display

21 3 108654 119 12 13 14

AUTO

HDMI

DIGITAL

ANALOG

AUTO SURROUND STREAM DIRECT

PROLOGIC x

ADV.SURROUND

SP AB

L C R SL SR XL XR

Neo:6

STANDARD

SLEEP

LFE

DIGITAL PLUS

TrueHD

DTS HD ES 96/24

MSTR

DSD PCM MULTI-ZONE S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX

TUNER

iPod

1 Signal indicators

Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 50).

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. ! 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.

4 MULTI-ZONE

Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 67).

5 SOUND

Lights when the DIALOG E (Dialog Enhancement) or TONE (tone controls) features is selected (page 63).

6 PQLS

Lights when the PQLS feature is active (page 60).

7 S.RTRV

Lights when the Auto Sound Retriever function is active (page 63).

PQLS

DVD

19 2016 17 18

ALC

DVR

AT T

OVER

VIDEO

HDMI

TUNED STEREO MONO

[ 2 ]

USB

[ 3 ]

[ 4 ]

8 Listening mode indicators

! AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 49). ! ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 49).

! STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 50). ! ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 49). ! STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 49).

9 (PHASE CONTROL)

Lights when the Phase Control is switched on (page 51).

10 Analog signal indicators

Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog signal (page 63).

11 Tuner indicators

! TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being received. ! STEREO – Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode. ! MONO – Lights when the mono mode is set using MPX.

Lights when the sound is muted.

13 Master volume level

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

14 Input function indicators

Light to indicate the input function you have selected.

15 Scroll indicators

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

16 Speaker indicators

Lights to indicate the current speaker system using SPEAKERS (page 67).

17 SLEEP

Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 68).

18 Matrix decoding format indicators

! 2PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 49). ! Neo:6 – When one of the Neo:6 modes of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (page 49).

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.) (page 89)

Controls and displays

Front panel

1 2 4

ADVANCED

MCACC

FL OFF

INPUT SELECTOR

STANDBY/ON

8910 1211 13 14

AUDIO

PARAMETER

HOME MENU RETURN

TUNE

ENTER

TUNE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

PRESETPRESET

BAND

TUNER EDIT

MULTI-ZONE

CONTROLON/OFF

PHONES

SPEAKERS

MCACC

SETUP MIC

iPod iPhone iPad

DIRECT CONTROL

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT STEREO

5V 2.1 A

iPod iPhone iPad

15 16 17 1918 20 21

1 u STANDBY/ON

This switches between standby and on for this receiver.

2 INPUT SELECTOR dial

Use to select an input function.

3 Indicators

! ADVANCED MCACC – Lights when EQ is set to ON in the AUDIO PARAMETER menu (page 63). ! FL OFF – Lights when “off” (nothing displayed) is selected with the display’s dimmer adjustment (page 68). ! HDMI – Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; lights when the component is connected

(page 25).

! iPod iPhone iPad – Lights to indicate iPod/iPhone/iPad is connected (page 33).

4 Character display

See Display on page 14.

5 Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (page 9).

iPod iPhone iPadHDMI

STANDARD

ADVANCED

SURROUND

USB

HDMI 5 INPUT

MASTER VOLUME

6 MASTER VOLUME dial

7 Front panel controls

To access the front panel controls, catch the sides of the door with your fingers and pull forward.

INPUT SELECTOR

STANDBY/ON

MASTER VOLUME

8 AUDIO PARAMETER

Use to access the Audio options (page 63).

9 i/j/k/l (TUNE/PRESET) /ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your Home Menu. Use TUNE i/j to find radio frequencies and use PRESET k/l to find preset stations (page 45).

10 VIDEO PARAMETER

Use to access the Video options (page 65).

11 MULTI-ZONE controls

If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 31) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (page 67).

12 SPEAKERS

Use to change the speaker terminal (page 67).

13 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL

Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on the iPod (page 43).

14 Listening mode buttons

! AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT – Switches between Auto Surround (page 49), Auto Level Control and

Stream Direct mode (page 50).

! STEREO – Press to select stereo playback mode (page 49). ! STANDARD SURROUND – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6,

Stereo etc.) (page 49).

! ADVANCED SURROUND – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 49).

15 HOME MENU

Use to access the Home Menu (pages 37, 39, 59, 77 and 85).

16 RETURN

Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.

17 TUNER controls

! BAND – Switches between AM and FM radio bands (page 45). ! TUNER EDIT – Use with TUNE i/j, PRESET k/l and ENTER to memorize and name stations for recall

(page 45).

18 PHONES jack

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

19 MCACC SETUP MIC jack

Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 37).

20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals

Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad as an audio and video source (page 33), or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 33).

21 HDMI input connector

Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 34).

Controls and displays

Connecting your equipment

Connecting your equipment .........................................................................................................18

Rear panel ......................................................................................................................................18

Determining the speakers’ application ........................................................................................19

Placing the speakers ...................................................................................................................... 20

Connecting the speakers ...............................................................................................................21

Installing your speaker system ..................................................................................................... 21

Selecting the Speaker system ....................................................................................................... 23

About the audio connection ......................................................................................................... 23

About the video converter ...........................................................................................................24

About HDMI ................................................................................................................................... 24

Connecting your TV and playback components .........................................................................25

Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources ............................... 27

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box ........................................................28

Connecting other audio components .......................................................................................... 29

Connecting additional amplifiers ................................................................................................. 30

Connecting AM/FM antennas .......................................................................................................30

MULTI-ZONE setup ........................................................................................................................31

Connecting to the network through LAN interface ...................................................................32

Connecting optional Bluetooth ADAPTER ...................................................................................33

Connecting an iPod........................................................................................................................33

Connecting a USB device ..............................................................................................................33

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input ...................................... 34

Connecting to a wireless LAN ....................................................................................................... 34

Connecting an IR receiver .............................................................................................................34

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger ..................................................... 35

Plugging in the receiver ................................................................................................................ 35

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.

CAUTION

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

power outlet. Plugging in should be the final step.

! When making connections, also keep the power cords of the devices being connected unplugged from the

power outlets.

! Depending on the device being connected (amplifier, receiver, etc.), the methods of connection and terminal

names may differ from the explanations in this manual. Also refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices.

Rear panel

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVD

(

DVR/

)

BDR

MONITOR

OUT

RS-232C

EXTENSION

(

)

DVD

COMPONENT VIDEO

PBY

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

12V TRIGGER

OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

150 mA MAX

(

SAT/CBL

ZONE 2

OUT

(

OUTPUT 12 V

TOTAL 150 mA MAX

)

OUT

SUBWOOFER

(

DVR/BDR

)

DVDINZONE 3

SPEAKERS

(

)

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

FRONTCENTER

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

(TV)

(

DVR/BDR

DC OUTPUT

(

)

LAN

10/100

for WIRELESS LAN

MONITOR

OUT

(CD)

FRONT

ASSIGNABLE

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /

OPTICALCOAXIAL

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND SURR BACK

CENTER

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGN-

ASSIGNABLE

ABLE

PRE OUT

FH / FW

(Single)

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.1 A MAX

BD IN

SAT/CBL

IN OUT

A A

AC IN

)

SURROUND

Note

! The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input

Setup menu on page 39 to change the assignments if other connections are used.

Input function

HDMI Audio Component

(BD)

DVD IN 1 COAX-1 IN 1

SAT/CBL IN 2 COAX-2

DVR/BDR IN 3 OPT-2 IN 2

VIDEO IN 4

HDMI 5

(front panel)

IN 5

HDMI 6 IN 6

TV OPT-1

CD ANALOG-1

Input Terminals

! The CU-RF100 omni-directional remote control (separately sold) can be connected to the RS-232C and

EXTENSION terminals. Using the CU-RF100 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.

MONITOR

OUT

12V TRIGGER

OUT

)

(

OUTPUT 12 V

TOTAL 150 mA MAX

SUBWOOFER

)

RS-232C

EXTENSION

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

(

OUTPUT 5 V

150 mA MAX

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. ! If you have two subwoofers, the second subwoofer can be connected to the SUBWOOFER 2 terminal.

Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In this case, the same sound is output from the two subwoofers.

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

Important

! The Speaker System setting must be made if you use any of the connections shown below other than [A] (see

Speaker system setting on page 85).

! 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.

[A] 7.2 channel surround system (Front height)

*Default setting

! Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FH)

FHR

FHL

SW 2

SBL

SBR

[B] 7.2 channel surround system (Front wide)

! Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FW)

SBL

FWR

SBR

SW 2

FWL

This plan replaces the left and right front height speakers shown in [A] with the left and right front wide speakers (FWL/FWR). It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front wide speakers and the surround back speakers. This surround system provides a sound field with good association between the sounds of the different channels.

[C] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection

! Speaker System setting: Speaker B

SW 1

A 7.2 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 subwoofers (SW 1/SW 2). It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front height speakers and the surround back speakers. This surround system produces a more true-to-life sound from above.

SBL

With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback of the same sound on the B speakers. The same connections also allow for 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone when not using the B speakers.

SBR

Speaker B

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[D] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)

! Speaker System setting: Front Bi-Amp Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround sound.

Front Bi-Amp

SW 1

[E] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)

! Speaker System setting: ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices is limited.)

Main zone

SW 1

ZONE 2

Sub zone

Other speaker connections

! Your favorite speaker connections can be selected even if you have fewer than 5.2 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 37.

Placing the speakers

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

2SW 1

FHL

FWL

! 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.

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 speakers at a suffi-

cient 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.

! 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 playback.

! Try not to place the surround speakers farther away from the listening position than the front and center speak-

ers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect.

30 30

120 120

SBL

FHR

FWR

SBR

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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. This unit supports speakers with a nominal impedance of 4 W to 16 W.

CAUTION

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

necting 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 to cut off as a safety measure.

Bare wire connections

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.

1 Twist exposed wire strands together.

2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire.

3 Tighten terminal.

Note

! 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. ! If you have two subwoofers, the second subwoofer can be connected to the SUBWOOFER 2 terminal.

Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In this case, the same sound is output from the two subwoofers.

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.

123

10 mm (3/8 in.)

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

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

Front height setting

Front height right Front height left

Front wide right Front wide left

Speaker B - right Speaker B - left

Front right Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER12SURROUNDSURR BACK

FH / FW

FRONT

(Single)

CENTER

A A

SPEAKERS

Surround right

FRONTCENTER

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /

SPEAKERS

A A

SURROUND

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

FRONTCENTER

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

Not connected Not connected

Not connected Surround back

Surround back right Surround back left

ZONE 2 - Right ZONE 2 - Left

Front wide setting

Speaker B setting

SUBWOOFER

FRONT

CENTER

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /

5.2 ch surround setting

6.2 ch surround setting

7.2 ch surround setting

ZONE 2 setting

SURROUND SURR BACK

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

PRE OUT

FH / FW

(Single)

SURROUND BACK

ront left

SURROUND

(Single)

Surround left

Connecting your equipment

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.

Front right Front left

SPEAKERS

Bi-amp compatible

High

Low

speaker

Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

SUBWOOFER

FRONT

A A

FRONTCENTER

CENTER

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /

SURROUND SURR BACK

Bi-amp compatible

(Single)

SURROUND BACK

LINE LEVEL

PRE OUT

FH / FW

INPUT

speaker

(Single)

High

Low

SURROUND

Bi-wiring your speakers

Your speakers can also be bi-wired if they support bi-amping. ! With these connections, the Speaker System setting makes no difference.

CAUTION

! Don’t connect different speakers from the same terminal in this way. ! When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for bi-amping shown above.

% 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.

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER12SURROUNDSURR BACK

FH / FW

FRONT

(Single)

CENTER

A A

SPEAKERS

FRONTCENTER

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /

SURROUND BACK

(Single)

SURROUND

Surround leftSurround right

CAUTION

! 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 could severely damage the amplifier. See your speaker manual for 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.

Connecting your equipment

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 21.

2 If necessary, select ‘Normal(SB/FH)’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 85 to do this.

Front wide setup

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

See Standard surround connection on page 21.

2 Select ‘Normal(SB/FW)’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 85 to do this.

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 21.

2 Select ‘Speaker B’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 85 to do this.

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 22.

2 Select ‘Front Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 85 to do this.

About the audio connection

Types of cables and terminals

HDMI HD audio

Digital (Coaxial)Conventional digital audio

Digital (Optical)

Sound signal priority

RCA (Analog)

(White/Red)

! With an HDMI cable, video and audio signals can be transferred in high quality over a single cable.

Transferable audio signals

Conventional analog audio

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 21.

2 Select ‘ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 85 to do this.

Connecting your equipment

About the video converter

The video converter ensures that all video sources are output through the HDMI OUT terminal. If the TV is only connected to the receiver’s composite VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, all the other video devices must be connected through composite connections. If several video components are assigned to the same input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 39), the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, then composite (in that order).

Terminal for connection with source device

HDMI IN HDMI OUT

YPBP

COMPONENT

High picture quality

Note

! The only exception is HDMI: since this resolution cannot be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV

to the receiver’s HDMI output when connecting this video source.

! If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or dis-

play. 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 65) 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.

This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.

VIDEO IN

Terminal for connection with TV monitor

YPBP

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

VIDEO

Video signals can be output

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®) technology. This receiver supports the functions described below through HDMI connections.

! 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 ! ARC (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, DTS-HD

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 func-

tion on page 58)

Note

! 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 (DVIdHDMI) 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 the component connected to this receiver also supports the corresponding format.

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

work properly.

! When an HDMI cable with a built-in equalizer is connected, it may not operate properly. ! Signal transfer is only possible when connected to a compatible component. ! 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/con-

necting the HDMI cable during playback, may cause noise or interrupted audio.

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

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

Connecting your equipment

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 58).

This connection is required in

order to listen to the sound of HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray Disc player

Other HDMI/DVIequipped component

HDMI INHDMI OUT HDMI OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

the TV over the receiver.

HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor

Select one

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIALOPTICAL

! For input components, connections other than HDMI connections are also possible (see Connecting your DVD

player with no HDMI output on page 26).

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

— When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio

Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV can be input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on

page 59).

— If you use a coaxial digital audio cable or RCA (analog) audio cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digi-

tal or analog audio input you connected the TV to (see The Input Setup menu on page 39).

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

HDMI

(

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

(

)

(

DVD

1 - 6

BD IN

)

(

)

(

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

SAT/CBL

OUT

( OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

(TV)

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)

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

DVD

SAT/CBL

DC OUTPUT

(

)

LAN

10/100

ASSIGN-

for WIRELESS LAN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

ABLE

(CD)

)

(

DVR/BDR

BD IN

)

(

VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

OUT

)

(CD)

LAN

(

10/100

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

)

for WIRELESS LAN

)

(TV)

(

DVR/BDR

ASSIGN-

OPTICAL COAXIAL

ABLE

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

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/DVI-compatible monitor

DVD player, etc.

Select one

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVD

(

DVR/

)

BDR

HDMI IN

(

)

DVD

COMPONENT VIDEO

PBY

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

(

SAT/CBL

(

DVR/BDR

DVD

BD IN

)

(

VIDEO

)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUT

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVD

( DVR/

)

BDR

COMPONENT VIDEO

LAN

( DVD

PBY

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

for WIRELESS LAN

BD IN

)

(

)

(

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

DVD

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

(page 25).

— When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio

page 59).

! 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 39).

Select one

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIALOPTICAL

)

(TV)

(

DVR/BDR

OPTICAL COAXIAL

OUT

( OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

(TV)

(

)

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)

(

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DVR/BDR

DVD

SAT/CBL

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

LAN

ASSIGN-

for WIRELESS LAN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

ASSIGNABLE

ABLE

ASSIGNABLE

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

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.

Important

! With these connections, the picture is not output to the TV even if the DVD player is connected with an HDMI

cable. Connect the receiver and TV using the same type of video cable as used to connect the receiver and player.

! Also, when the receiver and TV are connected by anything other than an HDMI cable, the OSD function allow-

ing display of the receiver’s settings, operations, etc., on the TV’s screen cannot be used. In this case, watch the receiver’s front panel display while performing the various operations and making settings.

DVD player, etc.

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

(

)

DVD

(

DVR/

)

BDR

MONITOR

OUT

Select oneSelect oneSelect one

(

DVR/BDR

DVD

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

BD IN

)

(

VIDEO

VIDEO IN

(

DVD

PBY

VIDEO

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

VIDEO OUT

)

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

HDMI OUT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

LAN

for WIRELESS LAN

BD IN

HDMI

(

)

(

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

ASSIGNABLE

(

DVD

( DVR/ BDR

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO

1 - 6

COMPONENT VIDEO

PBY

)

DVD

)

(TV)

OPTICAL COAXIAL

OUT

( OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

(TV)

(

)

(

DVR/BDR

DVD

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

LAN

ASSIGN-

for WIRELESS LAN

OPTICALCOAXIAL

ABLE

MONITOR

OUT

DIGITAL OUT

(

DVR/BDR

ASSIGNABLE

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

COAXIALOPTICAL

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

Connecting your equipment

! In order to listening to HD audio with this receiver, connect an HDMI cable, and use analog video cable for

video signal input.

Depending on the player, it may not be possible to output video signals to both HDMI and other video output

(composite, etc.) simultaneously, and it may be necessary to make video output settings. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player 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 25).

! 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 39).

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

This receiver has audio/video inputs 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 39).

HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc.

Select one

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

(

)

LAN

10/100

for WIRELESS LAN

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIALOPTICAL

(

DVR/BDR

ASSIGNABLE

)

(

)

DVD

(TV)

OPTICAL COAXIAL

(

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

)

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

AUDIO IN

ANALOG

(

DVD

(

)

SAT/CBL

)

VIDEO IN

VIDEO

(

DVR/BDR

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

)

OUT

)

(

BD IN

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

INOUT

BD IN

OUT

(

HDMI

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

OUTPUT 5 V

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

)

0.6 A MAX

(TV)

(

)

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

DVD

SAT/CBL

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

LAN

ASSIGN-

for WIRELESS LAN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

ASSIGNABLE

ABLE

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

INOUT

AUDIO

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

68).

Connecting your equipment

! If your HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc., is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend con-

necting it to the receiver’s HDMI DVR/BDR IN terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on page 25).

HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor

BD IN

HDMI

(

)

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

OUT

(

)

(

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

HDMI IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

HDMI OUT

(

DVD

HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc.

)

(

DVR/BDR

BD IN

)

(

SAT/CBL

(

VIDEO

)

OUT

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 39).

STB

Select one

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

OUT

LAN

(

10/100

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

)

DIGITAL OUT

)

DC OUTPUT

for WIRELESS LAN

COAXIALOPTICAL

(

DVR/BDR

ASSIGNABLE

)

(

DVD

(TV)

OPTICAL COAXIAL

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

HDMI

(

)

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

(

)

(

(TV)

(

OPTICAL COAXIAL

)

(

DVR/BDR

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

SAT/CBL

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

)

DVD

BD IN

OUT

(

)

(

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

OUTPUT 5 V

)

(

)

VIDEO

)

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

(

)

LAN

10/100

for WIRELESS LAN

SAT/CBL

(

DVR/BDR

BD IN

)

SAT/CBL

(

VIDEO

)

! If your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the receiver’s

HDMI SAT/CBL IN terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using

HDMI on page 25).

HDMI OUT

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

STB

(

)

(

DVD

SAT/CBL

)

(

DVR/BDR

BD IN

)

(

VIDEO

)

OUT

HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor

BD IN

HDMI

(

)

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

OUT

(

)

(

)

(

)

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

HDMI IN

Connecting your equipment

! Even if your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, in some cases the sound is output from

the digital audio output (optical or coaxial) and only the video is output from the HDMI output terminal. In this case, make the HDMI and digital audio connections as shown below.

Sélectionnez-en une

10/100

(

DVD

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

)

for WIRELESS LAN

)

(

)

(

SAT/CBL

DVR/BDR

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIALOPTICAL

)

(TV)

OPTICAL COAXIAL

BD IN

OUT

( OUTPUT 5 V

)

(

)

VIDEO

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

LAN

for WIRELESS LAN

(

DVR/BDR

ASSIGNABLE

)

(TV)

(

)

DVR/BDR

ASSIGN-

OPTICALCOAXIAL

ABLE

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

(

DVD

)

(

SAT/CBL

Moniteur compatible HDMI/DVI

)

HDMI OUT

(

DVR/BDR

HDMI IN

STB

VIDEO

)

OUT

LAN

(

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

)

(

BD IN

Connecting other audio components

This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for playback. 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 39).

CD player, etc.

Select one

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

HDMI

(

)

(

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

1 - 6

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

(

)

(

DVD

SAT/CBL

BD IN

OUT

(

)

SAT/CBL

OUTPUT 5 V

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

)

0.6 A MAX

(TV)

(

)

(

)

(

DVR/BDR

DVD

SAT/CBL

DC OUTPUT

(

)

LAN

10/100

ASSIGN-

for WIRELESS LAN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

ASSIGNABLE

ABLE

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

(

DVR/BDR

BD IN

)

(

VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

OUT

(

10/100

LAN

(CD)

)

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

)

for WIRELESS LAN

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIALOPTICAL

)

(TV)

(

DVR/BDR

ASSIGN-

OPTICAL COAXIAL

ABLE

)

(

)

(

)

DVD

SAT/CBL

ASSIGNABLE

! If your turntable has line-level outputs (i.e., it has a built-in phono pre-amp), connect it to the ANALOG IN 1

(CD) inputs instead.

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.

ANALOG

INPUT

Front channel

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER12SURROUNDSURR BACK

FH / FW

FRONT

(Single)

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND SURR BACK

(Single)

FH / FW

PRE OUT

! If you’re not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 81) to LARGE. ! 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 (SURROUND BACK L (Single)) terminal only.

! The sound from the surround back terminals will depend on how you have configured the Speaker system set-

ting on page 85.

! If you have two subwoofers, the second subwoofer can be connected to the SUBWOOFER 2 terminal.

Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In this case, the same sound is output from the two subwoofers.

! To hear sound only from the pre-outs, switch the speaker terminals to SP: OFF (page 67) or simply disconnect

any speakers that are connected directly to the receiver.

amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

Center channel amplifier (mono)

ANALOG

INPUT

Surround

channel amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

Front height or Front wide

channel amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

Surround back

channel amplifier

ANALOG

INPUT

ANALOG

INPUT

Powered subwoofer 2

Powered subwoofer 1

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 31).

ab c

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBA L 75

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

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

Connecting external antennas

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

75 Ω coaxial cable

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

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.

Outdoor antenna

Indoor antenna (vinyl-coated wire)

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

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA

AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75

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

ZONE 3

! It is not possible to down-convert the audio and video input signals from the HDMI input terminals, digital input terminals

(OPTICAL and COAXIAL) and the COMPONENT VIDEO input terminals and output them to ZONE 2.

! It is not possible to down-convert the audio input signal from the HDMI input terminals or digital input terminals (OPTICAL and

COAXIAL) and output them to ZONE 3.

! When any of the INTERNET RADIO, SiriusXM, PANDORA, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, iPod/USB or ADAPTER PORT inputs

is selected in the main zone, it is only possible to select the same input as in the main zone for the sub zone. (Inputs other than the ones listed here can be selected.)

DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, VIDEO, INTERNET RADIO, SiriusXM, PANDORA, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, iPod/USB, TV, CD, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT

(Outputs analog audio, composite video.)

DVD, SAT/CBL, DVR/BDR, VIDEO, TV, CD, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT (Outputs analog audio)

Basic MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 2)

1 Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT jacks on this receiver.

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

2 Connect a subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.

When a subwoofer is connected, we recommend setting HPF (High Pass Filter) at ZONE Setup to ON (page 90).

3 Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.

Sub zone (ZONE 2) Main zone

VIDEO IN

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, subwoofer and speakers for your primary (ZONE 2) sub zone, 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 speaker terminals for your primary sub zone (For detail, see

MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) on page 32). There are two primary sub zone setups pos-

sible with this system. Choose whichever works best for you.

INPUT

AUDIO INLINE LEVEL RL

ZONE 2

OUT

SUBWOOFER

ZONE 2

OUT

SUBWOOFER

Connecting your equipment

MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2)

You must select ZONE 2 in Speaker system setting (page 85) to use this setup.

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

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

2 Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.

Sub zone (ZONE 2) Main zone

ZONE 2

OUT

SURROUND BACK

VIDEO IN

ZONE 2

OUT

(Single)

SURROUND BACK

Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 3)

% Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 3 OUT jacks on this receiver.

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

Sub zone (ZONE 3) Main zone

(Single)

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. To listen to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) beforehand. When connected in this way, you can play audio files stored on the components on the local network, including your computer.

(

)

10/100

LAN

(

)

LAN

10/100

NAS

to LAN port

LAN

321

LAN cable (sold separately)

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 server function, it is necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see Network Setup menu on page 87.

LAN terminal specifications

! LAN terminal : Ethernet jack (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)

Internet

Modem

WAN

Router

AUDIO IN

ZONE 3

OUT

ZONE 3

OUT

Note

! Refer to the operation manual of the equipment you have as the connected equipment and connection method

may differ depending on your Internet environment.

! When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract with an Internet service provider is required. For

more details, contact your nearest Internet service provider.

Connecting your equipment

Connecting optional Bluetooth ADAPTER

When the Bluetooth® ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) 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.

! 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.

! The Air Jam function cannot be used with the AS-BT100.

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.1 A MAX

Bluetooth® ADAPTER

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.1 A MAX

Important

! Do not move the receiver with the Bluetooth ADAPTER connected. Doing so could cause damage or faulty

contact.

% Switch the receiver into standby and connect Bluetooth ADAPTER to the ADAPTER PORT.

! For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless technology device, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and

Bluetooth wireless technology device on page 46.

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.

iPod iPhone iPad

DIRECT CONTROL

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT STEREO

STANDARD

SURROUND

ADVANCED

SURROUND

Tip

! An iPod/iPhone/iPad can be connected to the receiver. For details on supported models and versions of the

respective products, see Playing an iPod on page 43.

% Switch the receiver into standby then use the supplied iPod cable to connect your iPod to the iPod iPhone iPad 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. ! iPod recharging occurs whenever an iPod is connected to this unit. (Recharging is enabled only when the

unit’s power is turned on.)

! For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing an iPod on page 43.

Connecting a USB device

It is possible to play audio and photo files by connecting USB devices to this receiver.

AUTO SURR/ALC/

iPod iPhone iPad

DIRECT CONTROL

STREAM DIRECT STEREO

USB

5V 2.1 A

iPod iPhone iPad

USB mass storage device

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

! This receiver does not support a USB hub. ! For instructions on playing the USB device, see Playing a USB device on page 44.

STANDARD SURROUND

HDMI 5 INPUT

ADVANCED SURROUND

iPod cable (supplied)

5V 2.1 A

iPod iPhone iPad

USB

iPod/iPhone/iPad

HDMI 5 INPUT

Connecting your equipment

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input

iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL

iPod iPhone iPad

Video camera (etc.)

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT STEREO

USB

5V 2.1 A

HDMI 5 INPUT

STANDARD SURROUND

ADVANCED SURROUND

Connecting to a wireless LAN

Wireless connection to the network is possible through a wireless LAN connection. Use the separately sold AS-WL300 for connection.

! Use only the furnished accessory connecting cable. ! Certain settings are required to use a wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300). For instructions on making these

settings, see the operating instructions included with the wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300).

( OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

(

)

10/100

LAN

for WIRELESS LAN

InternetModem

LAN

(

10/100

(

OUTPUT 5 V

0.6 A MAX

DC OUTPUT

)

for WIRELESS LAN

)

Router

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. ! 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 com-

ponent 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.

1 Connect the IR receiver sensor to the IR IN jack on the rear of this receiver.

Closet or shelving unit

OUT

IN1IN

OUT

IN1IN

IR receiver

2 Connect the IR IN jack of another component to the IR OUT jack on the rear of this receiver to link it to the IR receiver.

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

Non-Pioneer component

DC 5V WPS

Ethernet

Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300)

WAN

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 39. Note that this will only work with components that have a standby mode.

12V TRIGGER

INPUT

Connecting your equipment

12V TRIGGER

(

OUTPUT 12 V

TOTAL 150 mA MAX

)

12V TRIGGER

( OUTPUT 12 V

)

TOTAL 150 mA MAX

% Connect the 12 V TRIGGER 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 39.

Plugging in the receiver

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

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. Check the 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 u STANDBY/ON light has gone out before unplugging.

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

2 Plug the other end into a power outlet.

! After 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 58.

Basic Setup

Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)...............................................................37

Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) .................................... 37

The Input Setup menu ................................................................................................................... 39

Operation Mode Setup .................................................................................................................40

About the Home Menu .................................................................................................................40

Basic Setup

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. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver’s HDMI OUT terminal and the TV’s HDMI input are con-

nected with an HDMI cable. If the TV is connected with anything other than an HDMI cable, watch the front panel display while performing the various operations and making settings.

1 Press u RECEIVER to 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 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.

3 Select ‘System Setup’ from the Home Menu.

4 Select ‘OSD Language’ from the System Setup menu.

5 Select the desired language.

6 Select ‘OK’ to change the language.

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

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.

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. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver’s HDMI OUT terminal and the TV’s HDMI input are con-

nected with an HDMI cable. If the TV is connected with anything other than an HDMI cable, watch the front panel display while performing the various operations and making settings.

CAUTION

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

THX

1 Press u RECEIVER to 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 MCACC SETUP MIC jack on the front panel.

STANDARD

MULTI-ZONE

CONTROLON/OFF

BAND

PHONES

TUNER EDIT

SPEAKERS

MCACC

SETUP MIC

iPod iPhone iPad

DIRECT CONTROL

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT STEREO

USB

5V 2.1 A

HDMI 5 INPUT

SURROUND

ADVANCED SURROUND

iPod iPhone iPad

Microphone

Tripod

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. 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.

Basic Setup

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

1a.Full Auto MCACC

A/V RECEIVER

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

START

Exit Return

)

! If you leave the GUI screen for over five minutes, the screen saver will appear.

3 Select the parameters you want to set.

! When data measurement is taken, the reverb characteristics data (both before- and after-calibration) that this

receiver had been storing will be overwritten.

! When measurement is taken of the reverb characteristics data other than SYMMETRY, the data are not

measured after the correction. If you will need to measure after correcting data, take the measurement using the EQ Professional menu in the Manual MCACC setup (page 79).

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 85.

! 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.

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

room, read through Speaker system setting on page 85 and make sure to connect your speakers as necessary before continuing to step 4.

! EQ Type – This determines how the frequency balance is adjusted. Normally select SYMMETRY. For details,

see Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 77.

! MCACC – The six MCACC presets are used for storing surround sound settings for different listening posi-

tions. Simply choose an unused preset for now (you can rename it later in Data Management on page 82).

! THX Speaker – Select YES when using THX speakers (all speakers other than the front speakers are set to

SMALL). In other cases, leave at NO.

4 Press 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 check-

ing for ambient noise (see Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 38) and verifying the mic connection. If there doesn’t seem to be a problem, you can simply select GO NEXT and continue.

1a.Full Auto MCACC

Now Analyzing... 2/9

Environment Check

A/V RECEIVER

Ambient Noise : OK Microphone : Speaker YES/NO :

Exit Cancel

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

OK RETRY

Exi

1a.Full Auto MCACC

A/V RECEIVER

ancel

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

! 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 i/j to select the speaker and k/l to change the setting and continue.

! If 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.

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 ENTER.

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 menu reappears automatically.

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 76 or The

System Setup and Other Setup menus on page 84.

! Depending on the characteristics of your room, sometimes identical speakers 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 85.

! The subwoofer distance setting may be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. This set-

ting should be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to be changed.

! If Full Auto MCACC Setup measurement results are incorrect due to the interaction of the speakers and view-

ing environment, we recommend adjusting the settings manually.

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.

Basic Setup

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 39). 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. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver’s HDMI OUT terminal and the TV’s HDMI input are con-

nected with an HDMI cable. If the TV is connected with anything other than an HDMI cable, watch the front panel display while performing the various operations and making settings.

1 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.

2 Select ‘System Setup’ from the Home Menu.

3 Select ‘Input Setup’ from the System Setup menu.

4.System Setup

a.Manual SP Setup

b. Input Setup

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

ExitReturn

A/V RECEIVER

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 SAT/CBL 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 Audio In setting from COAX-1 (default) to the optical input you’ve connected it to. The numbering (OPT-1 to OPT-2) 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 input function for easier identification. Select Rename to do so,

or Default to return to the system default.

! 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 Trigger 1/2 – After connecting a component to one of the 12 volt triggers (see Switching components

on and off using the 12 volt trigger on page 35), 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.

4b.Input Setup

Input : DVD

Input Name : Rename Input Skip : OFF

Audio In : COAX-1 HDMI Input : Input-1 Component In : In-1 12V Trigger 1 : OFF 12V Trigger 2 : OFF

A/V RECEIVER

Exi

eturn

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 39 to tell the receiver how you’ve connected up. The dots (k) indicate possible assignments.

Input function

DVD IN 1 COAX-1 IN 1

SAT/CBL IN 2 COAX-2

DVR/BDR IN 3 OPT-2 IN 2

VIDEO IN 4

HDMI 5

(front panel)

HDMI 6 IN 6

INTERNET RADIO

SiriusXM

PANDORA

MEDIA SERVER

FAVORITES

iPod/USB

TUNER

ADAPTER PORT

a When ARC at HDMI Setup is set to ON, it is not possible to make assignments to the TV input’s Audio In terminals. b Only the TV and CD inputs can be assigned to ANALOG-1.

HDMI Audio Component

(BD)

IN 5

Input Terminals

k k

OPT-1

<a>

ANALOG-1

Basic Setup

Operation Mode Setup

This receiver is equipped with a great number of functions and settings. The Operation Mode feature is provided for users who find it difficult to master all these functions and settings. One of two settings can be selected for the Operation Mode: Expert and Basic. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver’s HDMI OUT terminal and the TV’s HDMI input are con-

nected with an HDMI cable. If the TV is connected with anything other than an HDMI cable, watch the front panel display while performing the various operations and making settings.

1 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.

2 Select ‘Operation Mode Setup’ from the Home Menu.

3 Select the Operation Mode setting you want.

! Expert (default) – Users can set all the functions by themselves. ! Basic – The number of operable functions is restricted, and functions whose operations are restricted are

automatically set to achieve the Pioneer-recommended sound and picture quality. The functions that can be operated are shown below. They can be set as necessary by referring to the operating instructions.

Operable functions/items Descriptions Page

HOME MENU

Full Auto MCACC

Input Name

Input Skip

Software Update

Network Information

Audio Parameters

MCACC (MCACC preset)

DELAY (Sound Delay)

S.RTRV (Auto Sound Retriever)

DUAL (Dual Mono)

V.SB (Virtual Surround Back)

V.HEIGHT (Virtual Height)

V.WIDE (Virtual Wide)

V.DEPTH (Virtual Depth)

Other functions

INPUT SELECT (INPUT SELECTOR) Switches the input.

VOLUME +/–, MUTE Use to set the listening volume.

LISTENING MODE

PQLS

Makes high precision sound field settings easily.

Input names can be changed as desired for easier use.

Inputs not being used are skipped (not displayed).

Updates to the latest version of the software.

Checks the receiver’s IP address.

Selects your favorite MCACC preset memory.

Adjusts the delay time of the overall sound.

Plays compressed sound with high sound quality.

Dual monaural audio setting.

Creates a virtual surround back channel sound for playback.

Creates a virtual height channel sound for playback.

Creates a virtual wide channel sound for playback.

Plays with a sound field suited for 3D images.

Only Pioneer-recommended modes can be selected.

Plays using the PQLS function.

Operable functions/items Descriptions Page

PHASE (Phase Control) Plays with phase shifting in the low range corrected. 51

iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL

Switches the input to iPod/USB and sets the mode allowing operation from the iPod.

4 When you’re finished, press RETURN.

You will return to the Home Menu.

About the Home Menu

This receiver’s Home Menu (HOME MENU) can be used to make various settings and to check and adjust items that have been set. To display the Home Menu screen, press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

HOME MENU

A/V RECEIVER

1. Advanced MCACC

2. MCACC Data Check

3. Data Management

4. System Setup

5. Network Information

6. Operation Mode Setup

Exit Return

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu. The top level in the Home Menu is as shown below. Refer to the respective explanations to set, check and adjust as necessary. ! Advanced MCACC – Use this to make automatic settings and detailed manual settings for the surround

sound. For details, see Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu on page 77.

! MCACC Data Check – Use this to check the MCACC memory. For details, see Checking MCACC Data on page

81.

! Data Management – Use this to manage the data in the MCACC memory. For details, see Data Management

on page 82.

! System Setup – Use this to make various settings related to this system. For details, see Making receiver set-

tings from the System Setup menu on page 85.

! Network Information – The setting status of the network-related items can be checked. For detail, see

Checking the Network Information on page 88.

! Operation Mode Setup – Use this to select this receiver’s operation mode. For details, see Operation Mode

Setup on page 40.

Basic playback

Playing a source ............................................................................................................................. 42

Playing an iPod ..............................................................................................................................43

Playing a USB device .....................................................................................................................44

Listening to the radio .................................................................................................................... 45

Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music ..............................................................46

Basic playback

Playing a source

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

AUTO/ALC/

RECEIVER

BD DVDDVR

USB CBL

iPod

INPUT SELECT

1 Switch on your system components and receiver.

Start by switching on the playback component (for example a DVD player), your TV and subwoofer (if you have one), then the receiver (press u RECEIVER). Make sure that the TV’s video input is set to this receiver.

2 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.

! If you need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 50).

3 Press to the receiver operation mode.

4 Press AUTO/ALC/DIRECT (AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) to select ‘AUTO SURROUND’ and 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.

! 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.

! See also Listening to your system on page 48 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 102. When using surround speakers, 2DIGITAL is displayed when playing Dolby Digital 5.1 channel signals, and DTS is displayed when playing DTS 5.1-channel signals. If the display does not correspond to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings.

5 Use the VOLUME +/– 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.

BDR

HDMI

NET

ADPT

RECEIVER

VOLUME

CDTV

SATTUNER

DIRECT

RECEIVER

Turning off the sound

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

% Press MUTE.

Playing a source with HDMI connection

% Use INPUT SELECT to select the input function connected to the receiver’s HDMI input terminals.

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 63 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 dis-

play. Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this case, use an analog video connection.

Note

! The playback operation can be performed on the OSD screen for certain inputs, but the OSD screen is only

displayed when the receiver and TV are connected with an HDMI cable. If the receiver and TV are connected with anything other than an HDMI cable, perform the various operations while watching the front panel.

Basic playback

Playing an iPod

This receiver has the iPod iPhone iPad USB terminal that will allow you to control playback of audio content from your iPod using the controls of this receiver. Here we describe the procedure for playback on an iPod. For playback on a USB device, see Playing a USB device on page 44.

Important

! This receiver is compatible with the audio and video of the iPod nano 3G/4G/5G/6G (audio only for the iPod

nano 6G), iPod touch 1G/2G/3G/4G, iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPad and iPad 2. However, some of the functions may be restricted for some models.

! This receiver has been developed and tested for the software version of iPod/iPhone/iPad indicated on the

website of Pioneer (http://pioneer.jp/homeav/support/ios/na/).

! Installing software versions other than indicated on the website of Pioneer to your iPod/iPhone/iPad may result

in incompatibility with this receiver.

! iPod, iPhone and iPad 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.

1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the receiver and your TV.

See Connecting an iPod on page 33. About one minute is required between turning the power on and completion of startup.

! 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 43.

2 Press iPod USB on the remote control to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB.

When the display shows the names of folders and files, you’re ready to play music from the iPod.

! The controls of your iPod will be inoperable when connected to this receiver.

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.

! 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 43).

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.

1 Use i/j to select a category, then press ENTER to browse that category.

! To return to the previous level any time, press RETURN.

2 Use i/j to browse the selected category (e.g., albums).

! Use k/l to move to previous/next levels.

3 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press d to start playback.

Note

! 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. ! Press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the iPod/USB operation mode.

DISP

TOP MENU

ENTER

RETURN

Switching the iPod controls

You can switch over the iPod controls between the iPod and the receiver.

1 Press 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.

2 Press iPod CTRL again to switch back to the receiver controls.

Note

! Change the receiver’s input to the iPod in one action by pressing the iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL

button on the front panel to enable iPod operations on the iPod.

Basic playback

Playing a USB device

It is possible to play files using the USB interface on the front of this receiver. ! 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.

1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the receiver and your TV.

See Connecting a USB device on page 33. About one minute is required between turning the power on and completion of startup.

! Make sure the receiver is in standby when disconnecting the USB device.

2 Press iPod USB on the remote control to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB.

When the display shows the names of folders and files, you’re ready to play from the USB device.

Note

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 1 (below) is 9. ! Note that non-Roman characters in the playlist are displayed as #.

1 Use i/j to select a folder, then press ENTER to browse that folder.

! To return to the previous level any time, press RETURN.

2 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press d to start playback.

! Copyrighted audio files cannot be played back on this receiver. ! DRM-protected audio files cannot be played back on this receiver.

Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device

! Photo files cannot be played in the sub zone.

1 Use i/j to select a folder, then press ENTER to browse that folder.

! To return to the previous level any time, press RETURN.

2 Continue browsing until you arrive at what you want to play, then press ENTER to start playback.

The selected content is displayed in full screen and a slideshow starts.

Basic playback controls

Button(s) What it does

ENTER, d

Tip

! Slideshows of photo files can be played while listening to music files by returning to the folder/file list display

while playing a music file on a USB device then playing the photo files.

Starts displaying a photo and playing a slideshow.

Stops the player and returns to the previous menu.

Basic playback controls

This receiver’s remote control buttons can be used for basic playback of files stored on USB memory devices. ! Press iPod USB to switch the remote control to the iPod/USB operation mode.

DISP

TOP MENU

ENTER

RETURN

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

Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

MP3 <a>

WAV .wav LPCM

WMA .wma

AAC

FLAC <d>

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; specifi-

cally, Pro, Lossless, Voice. c Apple lossless encoding is not supported. d Uncompressed FLAC files are not supported. Pioneer does not guarantee playback.

.mp3 MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3

WMA2/7/8/9

.m4a <c>

.aac .3gp .3g2

.flac FLAC

MPEG-4 AAC LC

MPEG-4 HE AAC

(aacPlus v1/2)

Photo files

Category Extension Format

JPEG .jpg

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 8 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Sampling frequency

Quantization bitrate 16 bit, 24 bit

Channel 2 ch

Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 5 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 16 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Sampling frequency

Quantization bitrate 16 bit, 24 bit

Channel 2 ch

Meeting the following conditions:

! Baseline JPEG format ! Y:Cb:Cr – 4:2:2

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,

88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,

88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

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 on page 45 for more on how to do this.

1 Press TUNER to select the tuner.

2 Use BAND to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.

3 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).

Tuning directly to a station

1 Press TUNER to select the tuner.

2 Use BAND to change the band (FM or AM), if necessary.

3 Press D.ACCESS (Direct Access).

4 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.

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 on page 45 for more on this.

2 Press TOOLS (TUNER EDIT).

The display shows PRESET MEMORY, then a blinking memory class.

3 Press CLASS to select one of the seven classes, then press PRESET +/– to select the station preset you want.

You can also use the number buttons to select a station preset.

Basic playback

4 Press ENTER.

After pressing ENTER, the preset class and number stop blinking and the receiver stores the station.

Listening to station presets

1 Press TUNER to select the tuner.

2 Press CLASS to select the class in which the station is stored.

Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A to G.

3 Press PRESET +/– to select the station preset you want.

! You can also use the number buttons on the remote control to recall the station preset.

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 46 for how to do this.

2 Press TOOLS (TUNER EDIT).

The display shows PRESET NAME, then a blinking cursor at the first character position.

3 Input the name you want.

Use TUNE +/– (or TUNE i/j of front panel) to select a character, PRESET +/– (or PRESET k/l of front panel) to set the position, and ENTER to confirm your selection.

Note

! 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 press DISP when listening to a station to switch the display

between name and frequency.

Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music

Device not equipped with

Bluetooth

Digital music player

Bluetooth

technology enabled device: cell phone

Remote control operation

! About one minute is required between turning the power on and completion of startup.

wireless

Bluetooth

technology enabled device: Digital music player

Music data

This receiver

wireless

Bluetooth

(sold commercially)

Bluetooth

ADAPTER

Wireless music play

When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) 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 wire-

lessly. 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 and AS-BT200 models supports SCMS-T contents protection, so music can also be enjoyed on devices equipped with SCMS-T type Bluetooth wireless technology. ! The Air Jam function cannot be used with the AS-BT100.

wireless technology:

audio transmitter

Remote control operation

The remote control supplied with this unit allows you to play and stop media, and perform other operations.

! 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.

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. For more details, see also the operating instructions of your Bluetooth wireless technology device.

! 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.

Basic playback

! If the Bluetooth wireless technology device’s security code is “0000”, there is no need to make the security code

setting on the receiver. Press ADPT to set the ADAPTER PORT input, then conduct the pairing operation on the Bluetooth wireless technology device. If pairing is successful, there is no need to performing the pairing operation below.

! When using the AS-BT200 only: This unit complies with Bluetooth Specifications Ver. 2.1. When this unit and

another device equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology both comply with Bluetooth Specification Ver. 2.1, pairing of the two may be possible without the need for inputting a password. In this case, a passcode may be displayed on this receiver and on the device equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology. If this happens, check that the same passcode is displayed on this receiver and the device equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology, then press ENTER. After this, also perform the connection operation on the Bluetooth device to be connected. If the passcode does not match the code displayed on the Bluetooth device to be connected, press RETURN to cancel pairing, then try starting over. Press ADPT to set the ADAPTER PORT input, then conduct the pairing operation on the Bluetooth wireless technology device. If pairing is successful, there is no need to performing the pairing operation below.

! Pair one unit at a time. ! When connecting this receiver by Bluetooth connections with a device equipped with the Bluetooth function to

listen to music, do not connect any devices other than this receiver by Bluetooth connection to the Bluetoothequipped device. If a Bluetooth connection is already established with a device other than this receiver, disconnect the other device before connecting this receiver.

1 Press ADPT on the remote control to switch the receiver to ADAPTER PORT input.

2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup.

3 Use i/j to select ‘PIN’ then press ENTER.

4 Use i/j to select one of PIN codes 0000, 1234 or 8888, then press ENTER.

You can use any of 0000, 1234 or 8888 PIN codes. Bluetooth wireless technology device using any other PIN code cannot be used with this receiver.

5 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.

6 Check to see that the Bluetooth ADAPTER is detected by the Bluetooth wireless technology device.

When the Bluetooth wireless technology device is connected: Bluetooth wireless technology device name appears in the receiver display.

! The system can display alphanumeric characters only. Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

When the Bluetooth wireless technology device is not connected:

No Device appears in the receiver display. In this case, perform the connection operation from the side of the

Bluetooth wireless technology device.

7 From the Bluetooth wireless technology device list, select Bluetooth ADAPTER and enter the PIN code selected in step 4.

! The PIN code may in some cases be referred to as PASSKEY.

Listening to music contents of a Bluetooth wireless technology device with your system

1 Press ADPT on the remote control to switch the receiver to ADAPTER PORT input.

! The ADAPTER PORT input can also be selected by pressing SOUND RETRIEVER AIR on the receiver. In this

case, the optimum listening mode (SOUND RETRIEVER AIR) is selected automatically.

2 From the Bluetooth wireless technology device, perform the operation to connect to the Bluetooth ADAPTER.

! When the Bluetooth ADAPTER is not plugged into the ADAPTER PORT, No Adapter will be displayed if

ADAPTER PORT input is selected.

3 Start playback of music contents stored on the Bluetooth wireless technology device.

This receiver’s remote control buttons can be used for basic playback of files stored on Bluetooth wireless technology devices.

! 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.

4 While listening to a source, set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press ADV SURR repeatedly to select SOUND RETRIEVER AIR.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered 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.

Air Jam

Air Jam - a Pioneer-exclusive application and available for free. Air Jam lets you connect multi compatible devices to this unit using Bluetooth wireless technology. With it, you can make a group playlist directly on a supported device to play in your home theater through the unit. You and your friends can add songs from your devices to the playlist. Also Air Jam lets you delete the song before anyone has to hear it.

1 Press ADPT on the remote control to switch the receiver to ADAPTER PORT input.

2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup.

3 Use i/j to select ‘Air Jam’ then press ENTER.

4 Use i/j to select ‘Air Jam ON’ then press ENTER.

For more details of using Air Jam, access to our website. http://pioneer.jp/product/soft/iapp_airjam/en.html

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Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes ................................................49

Selecting MCACC presets .............................................................................................................. 50

Choosing the input signal ............................................................................................................. 50

Better sound using Phase Control ................................................................................................ 51

Listening to your system

Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes

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. To play with surround sound, check “Standard surround sound” or “Using the Advanced surround effects” below and select the desired mode. To play with the optimum mode for the input signal, see “Auto playback” or “Using Stream Direct”. (The sound is played in stereo when 2-channel signals are input, in surround when multi-channel signals are input.)

Important

! The listening modes and many features described in this section may not be available depending on the cur-

rent source, settings and status of the receiver.

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 Press to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press AUTO/ALC/DIRECT (AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) for auto playback of a source.

AUTO SURROUND shows briefly in the display before showing the decoding or playback format. Check the digi-

tal format indicators in the front panel display to see how the source is being processed.

! 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 ADAPTER PORT input, the SOUND RETRIEVER AIR feature is selected automatically.

ALC – In the Auto level control (ALC) mode, this receiver equalizes playback sound levels.

Also, the low and high frequency sounds, dialogs, surround effects, etc., that are difficult to hear when the volume is low are adjusted to be optimal for the volume level. This mode is particularly optimum when listening at night.

! 2 PRO LOGIC – 4.1 channel surround sound (sound from the surround speakers is mono) ! 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT – Up to 7.1 channel sound (front height) ! WIDE SURROUND MOVIE – Up to 7.1 channel sound (front wide), especially suited to movie sources ! 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 ! STEREO – The audio is heard with your sound settings and you can still use the audio options.

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 decod-

ing for 6.1 channel sources (like Dolby Digital Surround EX)

! DTS-ES Matrix or DTS-ES Discrete – 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 ! Neo:6 – Allows you to hear 6.1 channel playback ! 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT – See above ! WIDE SURROUND MOVIE – See above ! WIDE SURROUND MUSIC – See above ! STEREO – See above ! Straight Decode – Plays back without the effects above.

Note

! 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 63).

! 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 63 to adjust them.

! 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 63).

! When listening through headphones, you can select STEREO mode only.

Note

! When ALC is selected, the effect level can be adjusted using the EFFECT parameter in Setting the Audio

options on page 63.

Standard surround sound

The following modes provide basic surround sound for stereo and multichannel sources.

1 Press to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press STANDARD (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.

! If the surround back speakers are not connected, 2 Pro Logic IIx becomes 2 Pro Logic II (5.1 channel

sound).

With two channel sources, you can select from:

! 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to movie sources ! 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to music sources ! 2 Pro Logic IIx GAME – Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to video games

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 Press to the receiver operation mode.

2 Press ADV SURR (ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to select a listening mode.

! 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

Listening to your system

! UNPLUGGED – Suitable for acoustic music sources ! EXT.STEREO – Gives multichannel sound to a stereo source, using all of your speakers ! 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.

FOCUS position (Recommended)

Front left speaker

! SOUND RETRIEVER AIR – Suitable for listening to the sound from a Bluetooth wireless technology device.

The SOUND RETRIEVER AIR listening mode can only be selected when the ADAPTER PORT input.

! PHONES SURR – When listening through headphones, you can still get the effect of overall surround.

Note

! 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 63.

However, with F.S.SURR FOCUS, F.S.SURR WIDE and SOUND RETRIEVER AIR, the effect level cannot be

adjusted.

! The Front Stage Surround Advance (F.S.SURR FOCUS and F.S.SURR WIDE) function allows you to create natu-

ral surround sound effects using just the front speakers and the subwoofer.

Front right speaker

WIDE position

Front left speaker

Front right speaker

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 102.

1 Press to the receiver operation mode.

2 While listening to a source, press AUTO/ALC/DIRECT (AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) to select 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 49. ! ALC – Listening in Auto level control mode (page 49). ! 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.

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).

% While listening to a source, press MCACC.

Press repeatedly to select one of the six MCACC presets. See Data Management on page 82 to check and manage your current settings.

! These settings have no effect when headphones are connected. ! You can also press k/l to select the MCACC preset.

Choosing the input signal

On this receiver, it is possible to switch the input signals for the different inputs as described below. ! This receiver can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32 kHz to 192 kHz) and DTS (including DTS 96/24) digital

signal formats. The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are: Dolby Digital, DTS, 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 23) 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.

1 Press 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.

— When the HDMI audio output parameter is set to THROUGH, the sound will be heard through your TV, not

from this receiver.

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 14).

Note

! When listening through headphones, you can select ALC or PURE DIRECT mode only.

Better sound using Phase Control

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. 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.

% Press PHASE (PHASE CONTROL) to switch on phase correction.

The PHASE CONTROL indicator on the front panel lights.

Note

! 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.

! For discs created with standards other than Phase Control, the LFE channel is delayed upon recording in the

first place. Phase Control Plus function corrects for phase shifting on such discs. For instructions on setting the Phase Control Plus, see Setting the Audio options on page 63.

! If your subwoofer has a phase control switch, set it to the plus (+) sign (or 0º). 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 changing the orientation or the place of your subwoofer.

! 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 headphones are plugged in. — When the PURE DIRECT mode is switched on. — When the HDMI audio output parameter is set to THROUGH in Setting the Setting the Audio options on page

63.

Listening to your system

Playback with NETWORK features

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................53

Playback with Network functions ................................................................................................ 54

About network playback .............................................................................................................. 55

About playable file formats ..........................................................................................................57

Playback with NETWORK features

Introduction

This receiver is equipped with the LAN terminal and you can enjoy the following features by connecting your components to these terminals.

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. dSee Playback with Network functions on page 54 and Listening to Internet radio stations on page 54.

Playback the music files stored in PCs

You can playback a lot of musics stored in your PCs using this unit.

! 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).

dSee Playback with Network functions on page 54 and Playing back audio files stored on components on the

network on page 55.

Listening to SiriusXM or Pandora

dSee Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio on page 55. dSee Listening to Pandora Internet Radio on page 55.

Note

! 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.

About playable DLNA network devices

This unit allows you to play music on media servers connected on an identical Local Area Network (LAN) as the receiver. This unit allows for the playing of files stored on the following devices:

! 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 operations as playing and stopping files can be performed from the external controller. Volume adjustment and the muting control are also possible. The DMR mode is canceled if the remote control unit is operated while in the DMR mode (aside from certain buttons, including the VOLUME +/–, MUTE and DISP). ! Depending 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.

Using AirPlay on iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and iTunes

AirPlay works with iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (4th, 3rd and 2nd generations), iPad 2, iPad with iOS 4.2 or later, and iTunes 10.1 (Mac and PC) or later. To use AirPlay, select your receiver on your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or in iTunes. *1 The receiver’s input will switch automatically to AirPlay when AirPlay is in use. *2 The following operations can be performed when in AirPlay mode:

! Adjustment of the receiver’s volume from iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes. ! Pause/resume, next/previous track, and shuffle/repeat from the remote control of the receiver. ! Display of the currently playing track information on the receiver’s display, including artist, song and album

name.

*1: For more information, see the Apple website (http://www.apple.com). *2: The receiver’s power automatically turns on when Network Standby at Network Setup is set to ON.

Note

! A network environment is required to use AirPlay. ! The receiver’s name that shows up in the AirPlay UI on iPod touch, iPhone, iPad and iTunes can be changed by

Friendly Name from Network Setup.

! AirPlay provided on this receiver has been developed and tested based on the software versions for the iPod,

iPhone, iPad and the software versions for iTunes that are indicated on the Pioneer website. AirPlay may not be compatible with iPod, iPhone, iPad or iTunes software versions other than those indicated on the Pioneer website.

About the DHCP server function

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 87 for more on this.

Authorizing this receiver

This receiver must be authorized to enable playback. This happens automatically when the receiver makes a connection over the network to the PC. If not, please authorize this receiver manually on 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 NETWORK features

Playback with Network functions

Important

! About one minute is required between turning the power on and completion of startup. ! 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 Press NET repeatedly to select the category you want to play back.

It may take several seconds for this receiver to access the network. Select a category from the following list:

! INTERNET RADIO – Internet radio ! SiriusXM – Internet radio that supports SiriusXM ! PANDORA – Internet radio that supports Pandora ! MEDIA SERVER – Server components on the network ! FAVORITES – Favorite songs currently being registered

Depending on the selected category, the names of folders, files, and Internet radio stations are displayed.

2 Use i/j to select the folder, music files or Internet radio station to play back, and then press ENTER.

Press i/j 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. 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. Only audio files with the mark can be played. In case of the folders with the mark, use i/j and ENTER to select the desired folder and audio files.

3 Repeat step 2 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 54. ! SiriusXM – See Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio on page 55. ! Pandora – See Listening to Pandora Internet Radio on page 55. ! Media server – See Playing back audio files stored on components on the network on page 55. ! Favorites – See Playing back your favorite songs on page 55.

Basic playback controls

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. ! Press NET to switch the remote control to the network operation mode.

+Favorite

TOP MENU

ENTER

TOOLS

RETURN

DISP

/ CLR

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 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. 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 106.

Saving and retrieving Internet radio stations

You can easily save and retrieve saved Internet radio stations. See Playing back your favorite songs on page 55 for more on this. ! 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.

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 step 1 at Playback with Network functions on page 54.

2 Use i/j to select ‘Help’, then press ENTER.

3 Use i/j to select ‘Get access code’, then press ENTER.

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.

When reset, all the registered broadcast stations are also cleared. If you want to listen to the same stations, re-register after resetting.

Playback with NETWORK features

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 SiriusXM Internet Radio

Check the website below to listen to SiriusXM Internet Radio: http://www.siriusxm.com/internetradio ! You must have a registered account in order to listen to songs using SiriusXM Internet Radio. Select SiriusXM, then follow the instructions on the screen to make the account settings. ! If you want to check or change an account that has already been registered, press the TOOLS button on the

SiriusXM top page and display the account input screen, then check or change the account.

! Some functions may be changed at SiriusXM’s discretion.

Note

! When disposing of the product, we recommend you reset it to delete the data. See Resetting the system on

page 69.

Listening to Pandora Internet Radio

Pandora is personalized internet radio that is designed to help you discover new music you’ll love mixed in with music you already know. For details, check the website: http://www.pandora.com ! You must have a registered account in order to listen to songs using Pandora Internet Radio. Select PANDORA, then follow the instructions on the screen to make the account settings.

! As of February 2012, the Pandora service is only offered in the United States. ! Some functions may be changed at Pandora’s discretion.

Note

! When disposing of the product, we recommend you reset it to delete the data. See Resetting the system on

page 69.

Pandora®, the leading internet radio service, gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through personalized radio stations.

Playing back audio files stored on components on the network

This unit allows you to play music on media servers connected on an identical Local Area Network (LAN) as the receiver. This unit allows for the playing of files stored on the following devices:

Playing back your favorite songs

Up to 64 favorite tracks on the media server and/or Internet radio stations can be registered 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

1 Press NET repeatedly to select the INTERNET RADIO or MEDIA SERVER.

2 With the track or Internet radio station you want to register selected, press +Favorite.

The selected song or Internet radio station is then registered in the Favorite.

Note

! To delete tracks or Internet radio stations that have been registered, set the input to FAVORITES, select the

track or station to be deleted, then press the CLR button.

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 106 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. This unit’s 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.

DLNA

DLNA CERTIFIEDTM 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.

Playback with NETWORK features

The DLNA certification logo makes it easy to find products that comply with the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines. This unit complies with DLNA Interoperability 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 instructions for the software or device for more information.

DLNATM, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIEDTM are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the 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.

Disclaimer for Third Party Content

ACCESS TO THIRD PARTY CONTENT SERVICES, INCLUDING ALL ASSOCIATED FEATURES AND FUNCTIONALITIES, IS PROVIDED “AS IS,” “AS AVAILABLE” AND AT THE USER’S OWN RISK, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. PIONEER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN CONNECTION WITH ACCESS TO AND USE OF CONTENT SERVICES THROUGH THIS DEVICE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. PIONEER DOES NOT GUARANTEE, REPRESENT, OR WARRANT THAT CONTENT SERVICES WILL BE FREE FROM ERRORS, INTERRUPTION, LOSS, CORRUPTION, ATTACK, VIRUSES, INTERFERENCE, HACKING, OR OTHER SECURITY INTRUSION, AND PIONEER DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOREGOING. PIONEER IS NOT LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING FROM ACCESS TO OR USE OF CONTENT. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY PIONEER OR ITS CUSTOMER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVES WILL CREATE ANY SUCH WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT WILL PIONEER, ITS AFFILIATES, OR THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, OR EMPLOYEES BE LIABLE IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THIRD PARTY CONTENT SERVICES THROUGH THIS DEVICE FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR ATTORNEY’S FEES, LOST DATA OR LOST PROFITS, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY AND WHETHER OR NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL PIONEER’S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIRD PARTY CONTENT SERVICES (OTHER THAN AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW IN CASES INVOLVING PERSONAL INJURY) EXCEED $10.00. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS WILL APPLY EVEN IF THE ABOVE REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. IF ANY APPLICABLE AUTHORITY HOLDS ANY PORTION OF THIS SECTION TO BE UNENFORCEABLE, THEN LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW.

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 player and/or the NETWORK features due to 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 MediaTM” 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®7, Windows®Vista, Windows®XP, Windows®2000, Windows®Millennium Edition, Windows®98, and WindowsNT® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.

About playable file formats

The NETWORK 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. ! Internet radio playback may be affected by the Internet communications environment, and in this case play-

back may not be possible even with the file formats listed here.

Music files

Category Extension Stream

Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

MP3 <a>

WAV .wav LPCM

WMA .wma

AAC

FLAC <c>

cally, Pro, Lossless, Voice.

c Uncompressed FLAC files are not supported. Pioneer does not guarantee playback.

.mp3 MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3

WMA2/7/8/9

.m4a .aac .3gp .3g2

.flac FLAC

MPEG-4 AAC LC MPEG-4 HE AAC (aacPlus v1/2)

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 8 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Sampling frequency

Quantization bitrate 16 bit, 24 bit

Channel 2 ch

Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 5 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Quantization bitrate 16 bit

Channel 2 ch

Bitrate 16 kbps to 320 kbps

VBR/CBR Supported/Supported

Sampling frequency

Quantization bitrate 16 bit, 24 bit

Channel 2 ch

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,

88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,

88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

Playback with NETWORK features

Control with HDMI function

About the Control with HDMI function ....................................................................................... 59

Making Control with HDMI connections ..................................................................................... 59

HDMI Setup .................................................................................................................................... 59

Before using synchronization ....................................................................................................... 60

About synchronized operations ................................................................................................... 60

Setting the PQLS function .............................................................................................................60

About Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link ........................................................... 60

Cautions on the Control with HDMI function ............................................................................. 61

Control with HDMI function

About the Control with HDMI function

Synchronized operations below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player 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 receiver’s input switches over automatically when the TV’s input 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.

Important

! 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 only guarantee this receiver will work with Pioneer Control with HDMI-compatible components. However,

we do not guarantee that all synchronized operations will work with components that support the Control with HDMI function.

! Use a High Speed HDMI® cable when you want to 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.

Making Control with HDMI connections

You can use synchronized operation for a connected TV and 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 ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 59).

For details, see Connecting your TV and playback components on page 25.

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 connected to an AC outlet, a 2 second to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins.

HDMI function on page 58.

! 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.

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 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

2 Select ‘System Setup’, then press ENTER.

3 Select ‘HDMI Setup’, then press ENTER.

4 Select the ‘Control’ setting you want.

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 with HDMI function. Set Control Mode, ARC and PQLS in the subsequent setting

items to the desired values.

Also, by setting this to ON, the Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link functions can be operated

automatically by connecting a player supporting the respective functions. See Setting the Audio options on page 63 for details on Sound Retriever Link, Setting the Video options on page 65 for details on Stream Smoother Link.

! OFF – The Control with HDMI is disabled. The Control Mode, ARC and PQLS functions in the subsequent

setting items cannot be used.

5 Select the ‘Control Mode’ setting you want.

Choose whether you want to enable synchronized operations.

! ON – Enabled for the synchronized operations. ! OFF – The synchronized operations disabled.

6 Select the ‘ARC’ setting you want.

When a TV supporting the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function is connected to the receiver, the sound of the TV can be input via the HDMI OUT terminal.

! ON – The TV’s sound is input via the HDMI terminal. ! OFF – The TV’s sound is input from the Audio input terminals other than HDMI inputs.

7 Select the ‘PQLS’ setting you want.

Choose whether to set this unit’s PQLS function AUTO or OFF. For details about PQLS function, see Setting the PQLS function on page 60.

! 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.

8 Select the ‘Standby Through’ setting you want.

It is possible to transfer signals from an HDMI-connected player to the TV when this receiver’s power is on standby. Select the HDMI input whose HDMI signal is to be input for through transfer when in the standby mode. When Last is selected, the signal being input to the currently selected HDMI input is transferred. When OFF is selected, no HDMI input is transferred through when in the standby mode. (However, when Control is set to ON, the HDMI signal is transferred through by the Control with HDMI function even when in the standby mode.)

! When anything other than OFF is set for this setting, the receiver’s HDMI input can be switched even when

the receiver is in the standby mode. (Switch by pointing the remote control at the receiver and pressing the HDMI, BD, DVD, SAT/CBL or DVR/BDR button.)

! This setting can be used even with devices that are not compatible with the Control with HDMI function. ! Setting to anything other than “OFF” increases power consumption in the standby mode.

9 When you’re finished, press HOME MENU.

Control with HDMI function

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.

About synchronized operations

Important

! Synchronized operations are enabled when Control Mode is set to ON after setting Control in HDMI Setup to

ON. For details, see HDMI Setup on page 59.

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 receiver will power up and switch to 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 receiver’s input switches automatically when the Control with HDMI-compatible component is played. ! The receiver’s input switches automatically when the TV’s input 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.

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.

! 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 playing CDs. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player for more information. This function is activated when Control is set to ON.

Tip

! The PQLS setting is set at PQLS in HDMI Setup on the HOME MENU, but the setting can also be switched

with the remote control, as described below.

% Press PQLS to select the PQLS setting.

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 inter-

face. This is valid as an HDMI function for PQLS-compatible players. ! PQLS OFF – PQLS is disabled.

About Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link

These are automatic functions allowing you to output optimum audio and video signals from the receiver using the Control with HDMI function. When a player supporting the respective function is connected to the receiver by HDMI, the sound/picture is optimized for the compressed audio/video file played on the player. ! Depending on the compressed audio/video file format, it may not be operated automatically.

Sound Retriever Link

When playing a compressed audio file on the player, the file’s bitrate information is acquired using the Control with HDMI function, and the sound is optimized on the receiver based on this information. To activate the Sound Retriever Link function, make the setting below.

1 Set the HDMI Setup’s Control to ON, and set the Control Mode setting to ON.

See HDMI Setup on page 59.

2 Set the S.RTRV (Auto Sound Retriever) setting to ON.

See Setting the Audio options on page 63.

Stream Smoother Link

Using the Control with HDMI function, the receiver automatically detects whether a compressed video file is being played on the player, and if so automatically activates the Stream Smoother function. To activate the Stream Smoother Link function, make the setting below.

1 Set the HDMI Setup’s Control to ON, and set the Control Mode setting to ON.

See HDMI Setup on page 59.

2 Set the STREAM (Stream Smoother) setting to AUTO.

See Setting the Video options on page 65.

Control with HDMI function

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 39 is automatically set to OFF. ! When the receiver’s Control is turned ON, even if the receiver’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.

Using other functions

Setting the Audio options ............................................................................................................63

Setting the Video options ............................................................................................................. 65

Switching the speaker terminals .................................................................................................. 67

Using the MULTI-ZONE controls ................................................................................................... 67

Making an audio or a video recording.........................................................................................68

Network settings from a web browser .......................................................................................68

Using the sleep timer ....................................................................................................................68

Dimming the display .....................................................................................................................68

Checking your system settings ..................................................................................................... 68

Resetting the system ..................................................................................................................... 69

Using other functions

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 Press to the receiver operation mode, then press AUDIO PARAMETER.

2 Use i/j 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.

3 Use k/l to set as necessary.

See the table below for the options available for each setting.

4 Press RETURN to confirm and exit the menu.

Audio parameter menu

Setting What it does Option(s)

MCACC (MCACC preset)

EQ (Acoustic Calibration EQ)

S-WAVE (Standing Wave)

Phase C+ (Phase Control Plus)

DELAY (Sound Delay)

TONE (Tone Control)

BASS

<a>

TREBLE

<a>

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.

For discs created with standards other than Phase Control, the LFE channel is delayed upon recording in the first place. This function corrects for phase shifting on such discs. This function is especially effective when playing music. When AUTO is selected, the LFE channel’s delay is measured automatically and the disc is played with the optimum correction.

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.

Applies the treble and bass tone controls to a source, or bypasses them completely. This setting is only displayed when the listening mode is STEREO, Auto surround (STEREO) or SOUND RETRIEVER AIR.

Adjusts the amount of bass.

Adjusts the amount of treble.

c M1. MEMORY 1 to M6. MEMORY 6 d Default:

M1. MEMORY 1

OFF

c AUTO/0 to 16 (ms) d Default: AUTO

c 0.0 to 10.0 (frames) d

1 second = 30 frames (NTSC)

Default: 0.0

BYPASS

c –6 to +6 (dB) d Default: 0 (dB)

Setting What it does Option(s)

OFF

c OFF/FLAT/UP1/UP2/ UP3/UP4 d Default: OFF

OFF

CH1 – Channel 1 is heard only

CH2 – Channel 2 is heard only

CH1 CH2 – Both channels heard from front speakers

OFF

AUTO

MAX

MID

OFF

c OFF/ –20dB/ –15dB/ –10dB/ –5dB/ 0dB d Default: 0dB

S.RTRV (Auto Sound Retriever)

DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)

DIALOG E (Dialog Enhancement) <c>

Hi-bit24

DUAL

(Dual Mono)

Fixed PCM

DRC

(Dynamic Range Control) <d>

Loud Mgmt (Loudness Management)

LFE (LFE Attenuate)

With the Auto 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. Also, when a player supporting the Sound Retriever Link function is connected to the receiver by HDMI, by setting this to ON, the bitrate information of the compressed audio file being played on the player is acquired using the Control with HDMI function, and the sound is optimized based on this information (Sound Retriever Link).

May improve the quality of sound in a noisy source (for example, video tape with lots of background noise) when switched on. This only has an effect with 2-channel signal inputs. This mode is effective for contents with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or less.

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.

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.

This is useful if you find there is a slight delay before OFF recognizes the PCM signal on a CD, for instance. When ON is selected, noise may be output during playback of nonPCM sources. Please select another input signal if this is a problem.

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 feature when listening to surround sound at low volumes).

Adjusts the level of dynamic range for movie soundtracks optimized for Dolby TrueHD (you may need to use this feature when listening to surround sound at low volumes). This can only be set when DRC is set to OFF and the input signal is a Dolby TrueHD signal.

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 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.

Using other functions

Setting What it does Option(s)

OFF

0dB

+6dB

AMP

THROUGH

OFF

c 0 to 7 d Default: 3

c –3 to +3 d Default: 0

OFF

c 0 to 10 d Defaults: Neo:6 MUSIC: 3 Neo:6 CINEMA: 10

c 10 to 90 d Defaults: EXT.STEREO: 90 Others: 50

LOW

MID

HIGH

OFF

A.ATT (Analog input attenuate)

SACD GAIN

<e>

HDMI (HDMI Audio) <f>

A.DELAY (Auto delay) <g>

C.WIDTH (Center Width) (Applicable only when using a center speaker) <h>

DIMENSION

<h>

PANORAMA

<h>

C.IMAGE (Center Image) (Applicable only when using a center speaker)

EFFECT

H.GAIN

(Height Gain)

V.SB (Virtual Surround Back) <j>

V.HEIGHT (Virtual Height) <k>

V.WIDE (Virtual Wide) <l>

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. The attenuator isn’t available with digital sources, or when using the Stream Direct (ANALOG DIRECT) modes.

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 is output from this receiver.

This feature automatically corrects the audio-to-video delay between components connected 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 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).

Adjusts the depth of the surround sound balance from front to back, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or more forward (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).

Sets the effect level for the currently selected Advanced Surround or ALC mode (each mode can be set separately).

Adjusts the output from the front height speaker when listening in 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT mode. If set to HIGH, the sound from the top will be more emphasized.

When you’re not using surround back speakers, selecting this mode allows you to hear a virtual surround back channel through your surround speakers. You can choose to listen to sources with no surround back channel information.

When you’re not using front height speakers, selecting this mode allows you to hear a virtual front height channel through your front speakers.

Setting What it does Option(s)

V.DEPTH (Virtual Depth) <m>

a The adjustment can be made only when TONE is set to ON. b ! When ON is selected, the Sound Retriever effect is optimized based on the bitrate information of the contents input to the

USB memory audio and INTERNET RADIO, SiriusXM, PANDORA, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES (digital audio input only) to

achieve high sound quality. ! With the iPod/USB, INTERNET RADIO, SiriusXM, PANDORA, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES or ADAPTER PORT input func-

tion, by default S.RTRV is set to ON. ! When ON is selected, optimum correction of the audio signals input via the HDMI OUT terminal is conducted with the HDMI

ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, and the sound of digital TV broadcasts is produced with HD quality. This is valid when

the input is set to TV and ARC in HDMI Setup is set to ON. (See HDMI Setup on page 59.) 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 0dB. 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 60. 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:dA+B ON is selected with the SPEAKERS button.

! This mode is effective for contents with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or less. 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. ! You can only use the Virtual Height mode if the surround speakers are on and the FH setting is set to NO. It can also not be

used when playing signals containing actual front height channel information. ! This mode is effective for contents with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or less. l ! You can’t use the Virtual Wide 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 Wide mode if the surround speakers are on and the FW setting is set to NO. It can also not be

used when playing signals containing actual front wide channel information. ! This mode is effective for contents with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or less. m ! This mode is effective for contents with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or less. ! You can’t use the Virtual Depth mode when the headphones are connected to this receiver or Stream Direct modes is

selected.

When this mode is selected, the sound field expands virtually to behind the display, resulting in a sound field with the same depth as the 3D picture to achieve a better sense of presence.

OFF

MIN

MID

MAX

Using other functions

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 Press to the receiver operation mode, then press VIDEO PARAMETER.

2 Use i/j 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.

3 Use k/l to set as necessary.

See the table below for the options available for each setting.

4 Press RETURN to confirm and exit the menu.

Video parameter menu

Setting What it does Option(s)

V.CONV (Digital Video Converter) <a>

RES (Resolution)

PCINEMA (PureCinema) <c, e>

P.MOTION (Progressive Motion) <c, e>

STREAM (Stream Smoother) <e>

Converts video signals for output from the HDMI OUT connector for all video types (see page 24).

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). (“480p” indicates the 480p/576p resolution setting.)

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.

This improves elements that reduce picture quality mainly noticeable in network contents, such as mosquito noise and block noise. When AUTO is selected, this unit’s Stream Smoother function automatically turns on when network contents are played on the player supporting Stream Smoother Link and connected to this unit by HDMI (assuming that integrated operation with the Control with HDMI function is set). (Stream Smoother Link)

OFF

AUTO

PURE

480p

720p

1080i

1080p

1080/24p

AUTO

OFF

c –4 to +4 d Default: 0

OFF

AUTO

Setting What it does Option(s)

PDP

LCD

FPJ

PRO

MEMORY

c 0 to +8 d Default: 0

V.ADJ (Advanced Video Adjust)

YNR

<d, e>

CNR

<d, e>

BNR

<d, e>

MNR

<d, e>

DETAIL

<d, e>

Sets the optimum picture quality for the type of monitor that is connected. Select PDP for plasma displays, LCD for liquid crystal monitors, FPJ for front projectors, PRO for professional monitors. If you want to adjust the picture quality settings to your personal tastes, select MEMORY.

Reduces noise in the luminance (Y) signal.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Reduces noise in the input’s color (C) signal.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Reduces block noise (block-shaped distortion generated upon MPEG compression) in the picture.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Reduces mosquito noise (distortion generated at the contours of the picture upon MPEG compression) in the picture.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Adjusts how sharp edges appear.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Using other functions

Setting What it does Option(s)

Adjusts the overall brightness.

BRIGHT (Brightness) <d, e>

CONTRAST

<d, e>

HUE

<d, e>

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Adjusts the contrast between light and dark.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Adjusts the red/green balance.

c –6 to +6 d Default: 0

Setting What it does Option(s)

ASP (Aspect) <g>

a ! If the video picture deteriorates when this settings is switched ON, switch it OFF. ! When connected to a video device using the component video input, set this setting to ON and watch with the HDMI output. 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 24).

c ! This setting is valid for HDMI output. ! P.MOTION is disabled when PCINEMA is set to ON. ! This setting have the effect only for pictures recorded in the interlaced scan format (480i/576i or 1080i signals). d Adjustment is not possible unless V.ADJ (Advanced Video Adjust) is set to MEMORY. e ! 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

f This adjustment is only possible when 480i signals are being input from the composite video jacks. g ! 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.

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).

THROUGH

NORMAL

CHROMA (Chroma Level) <d, e>

BLK SETUP (Black Setup) <f>

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Adjusts saturation from dull to bright.

(The image is only an example for checking the effect.)

Sets the black level according to the video input signal. Normally select 7.5. If the dark parts of the picture are all black with this setting, select 0.

c –6 to +6 d Default: 0

7.5

Using other functions

Switching the speaker terminals

If you selected Normal(SB/FH), Normal(SB/FW) or Speaker B at Speaker system setting on page 85, you can switch between speakers using the SPEAKERS button. If you selected Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2, the button will simply switch your main speaker terminals on or off.

1 Press to the receiver operation mode.

2 Use SPEAKERS to select a speaker system setting.

As mentioned above, if you have selected Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2, the button will simply switch your main speaker terminal (A) on or off. Press repeatedly to choose a speaker terminal option:

When you select Normal(SB/FH), you can select from:

! SP: SB/FH ON – Surround back or front height channels are added to the front, center and surround chan-

nels (maximum 5 channels) and a maximum of 7 channels are output. The surround back and front height channels are switched automatically according to the audio input signal.

! SP: SB ON – Surround back channels are added to the front, center and surround channels (maximum 5

channels) and a maximum of 7 channels are output.

! SP: FH ON – Front height channels are added to the front, center and surround channels (maximum 5 chan-

nels) and a maximum of 7 channels are output.

! SP: OFF – No sound is output from the speakers (Pre-AMP mode).

When you select Normal(SB/FW), you can select from:

! SP: SB/FW ON – Surround back or front wide channels are added to the front, center and surround channels

(maximum 5 channels) and a maximum of 7 channels are output. The surround back and front wide channels are switched automatically according to the audio input signal.

! SP: SB ON – Surround back channels are added to the front, center and surround channels (maximum 5

channels) and a maximum of 7 channels are output.

! SP: FW ON – Front wide channels are added to the front, center and surround channels (maximum 5 chan-

nels) and a maximum of 7 channels are output.

! SP: OFF – No sound is output from the speakers (Pre-AMP mode).

When you select Speaker B, you can select from:

! SP: A ON – Sound is output from the A-speaker terminals (up to 7 channels (including surround back chan-

nels), depending on the source).

! SP: B ON – Sound is output from the two speakers connected to the B-speaker terminals. Multichannel

sources will not be heard.

! SP: A+B ON – Sound is output from the A-speaker terminals (up to 5 channels, depending on the source), the

two speakers connected to the B-speaker 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 (Pre-AMP mode).

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 68.

1 Press MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF on the front panel.

Each press selects a MULTI-ZONE option:

! 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

The MULTI-ZONE indicator lights when the MULTI-ZONE control has been switched ON.

2 Press MULTI-ZONE CONTROL on the front panel to select the sub zone(s) you want.

If you selected ZONE 2&3 ON above, you can toggle between ZONE 2 and ZONE 3.

! When the receiver is on, 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.

If the receiver is in standby, the display is dimmed, and ZONE and your selected sub zone(s) continue to show

in the display.

3 Use the INPUT SELECTOR dial to select the source for the zone you have selected.

For example, ZONE 2 DVD sends the source connected to the DVD 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 45 if you’re unsure how to do this). 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.

4 Use the MASTER VOLUME dial to adjust the volume for the sub zone.

When Speaker System is set to anything other than ZONE 2, the volume output from the receiver’s AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT terminals can be fixed to –40 dB or 0 dB and the volume can be adjusted from the connected ampli-

fier. If you want to adjust the volume from the connected amplifier, see ZONE Setup on page 90.

5 When you’re finished, press MULTI-ZONE CONTROL again to return to the main zone controls.

You can also press MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF on the front panel to switch off all output to the sub zone.

! 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.

Note

! The subwoofer output depends on the settings you made in Manual speaker setup on page 85. However, if SP:

B ON 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.

Using other functions

MULTI-ZONE remote controls

Press the remote control’s ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 to operate the corresponding zone. The following table shows the possible MULTI-ZONE remote controls:

Button(s) What it does

INPUT SELECT

Input function buttons

VOLUME +/– <a>

MUTE

<a>

a The volume cannot be adjusted on the receiver if Volume Level at ZONE 2 Setup under ZONE Setup is set to –40 dB Fixed or

0 dB Fixed.

Switches on/off power in the sub zone.

Use to select the input function in the sub 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).

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 18 for more on connections). ! 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.

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 has also been connected using Component 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.

Network settings from a web browser

Network settings and Pandora or SiriusXM account settings can be made using the browser on a computer connected to the same LAN as the receiver.

1 Turn on the computer’s power and launch the Internet browser.

2 Input the receiver’s IP address into the browser’s address input field.

For example, if the receiver’s address is 192.168.0.2, input “http://192.168.0.2/”. Check the receiver’s IP address at

Checking the Network Information on page 88.

When connected with the receiver, the Web Control screen appears in the browser.

3 When the Web Control screen appears, select the item you want to set.

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.

% Press to the receiver operation mode, then press SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep time.

30 min 60 min

Off 90 min

! You can check the remaining sleep time at any time by pressing SLEEP once. Pressing repeatedly will cycle

through the sleep options again. ! The sleep timer is valid for all zones. If any zone is on, the sleep timer continues functioning.

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.

% Press to the receiver operation mode, then press DIMMER repeatedly to change the brightness of the front panel display.

! You can also choose to turn the display off. In this case, the FL OFF indicator lights.

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 Press to the receiver operation mode, then press STATUS to check the system settings.

The front panel display shows each of the following settings for three seconds each: Input Source d Sampling Frequency d MCACC preset d ZONE 2 input d ZONE 3 input.

2 When you’re finished, press STATUS again to switch off the display.

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 MULTI ZONE OFF.

! Disconnect the iPod and USB memory device from the receiver beforehand. ! Set the Control with HDMI to OFF (see HDMI Setup on page 59).

1 Switch the receiver into standby.

2 While holding down ENTER on the front panel, press u STANDBY/ON.

The display shows RESET c NO d.

3 Select ‘RESET’ using PRESET k/l, then press ENTER 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 Converter ON

SPEAKERS SB/FH ON

Speaker System Normal(SB/FH)

Front SMALL

Center SMALL

Speaker Setting

Surround Position IN REAR

Crossover 80 Hz

X-Curve OFF

DIMMER Brightest

Inputs

See Input function default and possible settings on page 39.

HDMI

HDMI Audio AMP

Control OFF

Control Mode --- (OFF)

ARC (Audio Return Channel) --- (OFF)

PQLS --- (AUTO)

Standby Through OFF

DSP

Power On Level LAST

Volume Limit OFF

Mute Level FULL

Phase Control ON

FH/FW SMALL

Surr SMALL

SB SMALLx2

SW YES

Setting Default

iPod/USB, INTERNET RADIO, SiriusXM,

Auto 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

2 PL II Music Options

Neo:6 Options Center Image

2 PL IIz Options

All Inputs

See also Setting the Audio options on page 63 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’’

Standing Wave (M1 to M6)

EQ Data (M1 to M6)

PANDORA, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, ADAPTER PORT input function

Other input functions OFF

ExtendedStereo 90

Other modes 50

Center Width 3

Dimension 0

Panorama OFF

Height Gain MID

Listening Mode (2 ch/multi ch) AUTO SURROUND

Listening Mode (Headphones) STEREO

ATT of all channels/filters 0.0 dB

SWch Wide Trim 0.0 dB

All channels/bands 0.0 dB

EQ Wide Trim 0.0 dB

Neo:6 CINEMA: 10 Neo:6 MUSIC: 3

Controlling the rest of your system

About the Remote Setup menu ....................................................................................................71

Operating multiple receivers ........................................................................................................ 71

Setting the remote to control other components.......................................................................71

Selecting preset codes directly ..................................................................................................... 71

Programming signals from other remote controls ..................................................................... 72

Erasing one of the remote control button settings .................................................................... 72

Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function ..........................................................72

Direct function ............................................................................................................................... 73

About the ALL ZONE STBY (All Zone Standby) and DISCRETE ON (Discrete On) functions ..... 73

Resetting the remote control settings ......................................................................................... 73

Controlling components ...............................................................................................................74

Controlling the rest of your system

About the Remote Setup menu

The Remote Setup mode is set by pressing the number button while pressing RCU 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

Direct function

Erase learning

Reset function

All reset

Change RC mode

Note

! You can cancel or exit any of the steps by pressing RCU SETUP. ! After one minute of inactivity, the remote automatically exits the operation.

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 71.

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 72.

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 73.

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 72.

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 72.

This is a function for resetting all remote control unit settings you have made to the defaults set upon shipment from the factory. See Resetting the remote control settings on page 73.

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

71.

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 72).

! With the TV CONTROL buttons, the TV can be operated regardless of the input set for the remote control’s

operation mode. When using one TV set, we recommend assigning the same TV’s preset codes to the

TV CONTROL INPUT button and the TV button. When using two TV sets, for better convenience assign the TV

connected to the MONITOR OUT terminals to the TV CONTROL INPUT button, the other TV to the TV button. ! Devices may be assigned to the following input function buttons.

ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON

RCU SETUP

BD DVDDVR

CDTV

USB CBL OPTION 1

SAT TUNER

iPod

INPUT

SELECT

TV CONTROL

INPUT

VOL

BDR

NET

STATUS

SOURCERECEIVER

HDMI

ADPT

RECEIVER

VOLUME

MUTE

Operating multiple receivers

Up to four receivers can be operated discretely using this receiver’s remote control when using multiple receivers, 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

89).

1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press ‘4’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

! To cancel the preset setup mode press RCU SETUP.

2 Press the number button for the receiver (“Receiver 1” to “Receiver 4”) you wish to operate.

For example, to operate “Receiver 2”, press ‘2’. If the LED lights for one second and continues to flash, the setting has been successfully completed. When the preset code is input, the LED flashes three times to indicate that the setting has failed.

Selecting preset codes directly

1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press ‘1’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

! To cancel the preset setup mode press RCU SETUP.

2 Press the input function button for the component you want to control.

To assign the preset codes of the TV to be operated with the TV CONTROL function, press the TV CONTROL INPUT button.

The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.

3 Use the number buttons to enter the 4-digit preset code.

See Preset code list on page 110. If the LED lights for one second and continues to flash, the setting has been 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.

Controlling the rest of your system

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 u SOURCE. If it doesn’t seem to work, select the next code from the list (if there is one).

5 Press RCU SETUP to exit the preset setup mode.

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. The remote can store about 120 preset codes from other components (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below:

INPUT

VOL

ENTER

BDR

NET

STATUS

SOURCERECEIVER

HDMI

ADPT

RECEIVER

VOLUME

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

TOOLS

RETURN

FEATURES

Hi-Bit

PQLS

PHASE

MPX

BAND PTY

PRESET TUNE

AUTO/ALC/

STANDARD ADV SURR

DIRECT

132

SIGNAL SEL

SPEAKERS

D.ACCESS

/ CLR

ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4

Z2 Z3 Z4

CH LEVEL

MCACC

546

DIMMER SLEEP

HDMI OUT

CLASS

ENTER

RECEIVER

D.FILT

+Favorite

AUDIO

AUTO

S.RTRV

DISP

OPTION 2

ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON

RCU SETUP

BD DVDDVR

CDTV

USBCBL OPTION 1

SAT TUNER

iPod

INPUT

SELECT

TV CONTROL

AUDIO

PARAMETER

TOP MENU

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL

1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press ‘2’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

! To “learn” codes at the TV CONTROL buttons, proceed to step 3. ! To cancel the preset setup mode press RCU SETUP.

2 Press the input function button for the component you want to control.

The LED blinks once and flashes continuously.

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 flashes once, then stops flashing, remaining lit.

! The remote controls should be 3 cm (1 inch) apart.

3 cm

This receiver’s remote control

(1 inch)

Other remote control

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 and continues to flash, the setting has been successfully completed.

! 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 72 to erase a programmed button you’re not using to free up more memory (note that

some signals may take more memory than others).

! 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.

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 RCU 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 RCU SETUP, then press ‘7’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

! To erase operations registered at the TV CONTROL buttons, proceed to step 3. ! To cancel the preset setup mode press RCU SETUP.

2 Press the input function button corresponding to the command to be erased.

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 RCU SETUP to exit the erasing mode.

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 RCU SETUP, then press ‘9’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

! To cancel the preset setup mode press RCU SETUP.

2 Press and hold the input function button corresponding to the command to be erased for three seconds.

To erase the operations registered at all the TV CONTROL buttons, press the TV CONTROL INPUT button for 3 seconds. If the LED lights for one second, the erasing has been successfully completed.

Controlling the rest of your system

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 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 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press ‘5’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

! To cancel the preset setup mode press RCU 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 and continues to flash, the setting has been successfully completed. If the LED flashes three times, the setting has failed.

4 Press RCU SETUP to exit the setup.

About the ALL ZONE STBY (All Zone Standby) and DISCRETE ON (Discrete On) functions

ALL ZONE STBY (All Zone Standby)

The All Zone Standby can be used to turn all zones to OFF when the receiver’s power is switched to standby. Also, when using separate Pioneer amplifiers/receivers for the sub zones, they can also be set to standby simultaneously. ! In order to set the power of amplifiers/receivers connected to sub zones to the standby mode, the connected

amplifiers/receivers must be installed or connected in such a way that they can receive remote control signals.

! The power of the amplifiers/receivers can be switched to standby with this operation even when using multiple

Pioneer amplifiers/receivers and their Remote Control Mode have been changed.

DISCRETE ON (Discrete On)

The Discrete On function lets you perform a series of operations: switching to the input you want to play while turning the receiver’s power on. When the receiver is installed in an AV rack, etc., and you cannot tell whether the power is set to the on or the standby mode, this operation is handy because it allows you to switch to the selected input without switching the receiver’s power to standby, even if the power is on when the operation is performed.

Using Discrete On

1 Press ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON.

The LED continues to flash.

2 Press an input function button you want to play.

The receiver’s power turns on (if it was already on, it stays on, without turning off), and the input switches to the input selected here.

Resetting the remote control settings

Use this procedure to reset all the remote control’s settings to the factory default. ! When preset codes 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.

1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then press ‘0’ for three seconds.

Release the button after the LED flashes once. The LED continues to flash.

2 Press and hold the ENTER button for three seconds.

If the LED lights for one second, the erasing has been successfully completed.

Default preset codes

Input function button Preset code

DVD

DVR/BDR

HDMI

SAT/CBL

OPTION

TV CONTROL (INPUT) 0305

2255

2197

2144

2034

0305

5000

6329

1103

Using All Zone Standby

1 Press ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON.

The LED continues to flash.

2 Press u RECEIVER.

The receiver’s power switches to standby and all zones are turned off.

Controlling the rest of your system

Controlling components

This remote control can control components after entering the proper codes (see Setting the remote to control

other components on page 71 for more on this). Use the input function buttons to select the component.

ALL ZONE STBY DISCRETE ON

RCU SETUP

BD DVDDVR

CDTV

USBCBL OPTION 1

SAT TUNER

iPod

INPUT

SELECT

TV CONTROL

AUDIO

PARAMETER

TOP MENU

HOME MENU

iPod CTRL

PQLS

PHASE

MPX

PRESET TUNE

AUTO/ALC/

DIRECT

STANDARD ADV SURR

132

MCACC

SIGNAL SEL

DIMMER SLEEP

SPEAKERS

HDMI OUT

D.ACCESS

/ CLR

ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4

Z2 Z3 Z4

SOURCERECEIVER

BDR

HDMI

ADPT

NET

RECEIVER

STATUS

VOLUME

INPUT

VOL

MUTE

VIDEO

PARAMETER

TOOLS

ENTER

RETURN

FEATURES

546

D.FILT

Hi-Bit

BAND PTY

+Favorite

AUDIO

AUTO

S.RTRV

CH LEVEL

CLASS

ENTER

OPTION 2

DISP

TV and Audio/Video components

Button(s) TV TV (Monitor) BD/DVD

u SOURCE

POWER ON/ OFF

Number buttons numerics numerics numerics numerics numerics numerics

!/CLR ! (dot)

ENTER (CLASS) CH ENTER CH ENTER ENTER ENTER — ENTER

EXIT/INFO EXIT TOP MENU TOP MENU — LIST

TOOLS/GUIDE/ EPG

i/j/k/l i/j/k/l i/j/k/l i/j/k/l i/j/k/l

ENTER

ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER — ENTER

HOME MENU HOME MENU HOME MENU HOME MENU — HOME MENU

RETURN RETURN RETURN RETURN — RETURN

AUDIO

DISP

CH +/–

— —

— AUTO SETUP

— FREEZE

— —

ANT AV SELECTION

— SCREEN SIZE

AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO

DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY — DISPLAY/INFO

CH +/– CH +/–

a Controls for BD.

POWER ON/ OFF

KURO LINK CLEAR + —

USER MENU

TOOLS <a>

d d d d

e e e e

g g g g

m m m m

n n n n

o o

p p

OUTPUT RESOLUTION +/– <a>

HDD/BDR/ DVR

POWER ON/ OFF

VCR SAT/CATV

POWER ON/ OFF

GUIDE — GUIDE

—

i/j/k/l

CH +/– CH +/– CH +/–

RECEIVER

Controlling the rest of your system

Audio/Video components

Button(s) LD CD/CD-R/SACD MD/DAT TAPE

u SOURCE

Number buttons numerics numerics numerics —

!/CLR

ENTER (CLASS) ENTER DISC/ENTER

i/j/k/l i/j/k/l

ENTER

d d d d d

e e e e e

g g g g g

m m m m m

n n n n n

o o o o o

p p p p p

AUDIO

DISP

a Controls for MD. b Controls for SACD.

POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF

+10 >10/CLEAR

TOP MENU — —

—

ENTER — — —

—

RETURN — — —

AUDIO

DISPLAY/INFO

LEGATO LINK

— —

SACD SETUP

PURE AUDIO

TIME

CLEAR <a>

OPEN/CLOSE <a>

—

— —

CLEAR

ENTER

MSc

MSd

e/g/m/n

TV (Projector)

Button(s) TV (Projector)

u SOURCE

!/CLR

ENTER (CLASS) COLOR TEMP

i/j/k/l i/j/k/l

ENTER

AUDIO

DISP

CH +/–

POWER ON

MOVIE

STANDARD

DYNAMIC

USER1

USER2

USER3

COLOR+

SHARP+

GAMMA

COLOR–

SHARP–

EXIT

INFO

ENTER

TEST

HIDE

HDMI1

HDMI2

COMP.

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

BRIGHT–

BRIGHT+

POWER OFF

ASPECT

CONTRAST+/–

The Advanced MCACC menu

Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu ....................................................77

Automatic MCACC (Expert)...........................................................................................................77

Manual MCACC setup ...................................................................................................................79

Checking MCACC Data .................................................................................................................. 81

Data Management .........................................................................................................................82

The Advanced MCACC menu

Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu

The Advanced MCACC (Multi Channel ACoustic Calibration) system was developed in Pioneer’s laboratories with the aim of making it possible for home users to perform adjustments of the same level as in a studio easily and with high precision. The acoustic characteristics of the listening environment are measured and the frequency response is calibrated accordingly to allow high precision, automatic analysis and optimal calibration of the sound field to bring it closer to a studio environment than ever before. Furthermore, while it was previously difficult to eliminate standing waves, this receiver is equipped with a standing wave control function using a unique process to perform acoustic analysis and reduce their influence. This section describes how to calibrate the sound field automatically and fine-adjust the sound field data manually.

1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the receiver and your TV.

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

2 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.

! Press HOME MENU at any time to exit the Home Menu.

3 Select ‘Advanced MCACC’ from the Home Menu, then press ENTER.

4 Select the setting you want to adjust.

! Full Auto MCACC – See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37 for

a quick and effective automatic surround setup.

! Auto MCACC – See Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 77 for a more detailed MCACC setup. ! Manual MCACC – Fine-tunes your speaker settings and customizes the Acoustic Calibration EQ (see Manual

MCACC setup on page 79).

! Demo – No settings are saved and no errors occur. When the speakers are connected to this receiver, the

test tone is output repeatedly. Press RETURN to cancel the test tone.

Automatic MCACC (Expert)

If your setup requires more detailed settings than those provided in Automatically conducting optimum sound

tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37, you can customize your setup options below. You can calibrate your sys-

tem differently for up to six different MCACC presets, which are useful if you have different listening positions depending on the type of source (for example, watching movies from a sofa, or playing a video game close to the TV).

! Auto MCACC – The default is ALL (recommended), but you can limit the system calibration to only one set-

ting (to save time) if you want. — When data measurement is taken (after selecting ALL or Keep SP System), the reverb characteristics

data (both before- and after-calibration) that this receiver had been storing will be overwritten.

— When measurement is performed with other than SYMMETRY (after selecting ALL or Keep SP System),

the reverberation characteristics after calibration cannot be predicted, so the graph for the characteristics after calibration (“After”) cannot be displayed. If you will need to display the graph for the characteristics after calibration (“After”), take the measurement using the EQ Professional menu in the Manual MCACC setup (page 79).

— The EQ Pro & S-Wave measurement is also taken when ALL or Keep SP System is selected. See

Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional on page 80 for more on this.

— Either effect of Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional and Standing Wave can be switched on and off in the

respective MCACC preset. For details, see Setting the Audio options on page 63.

! EQ Type (only available when the Auto MCACC Menu above is EQ Pro & S-Wave) – This determines how the

frequency balance is adjusted.

After a single calibration is performed, each of the following three correction curves can be stored separately

in the MCACC memory. — SYMMETRY implements symmetric correction for each pair of left and right speakers to flatten the

frequency-amplitude characteristics.

— ALL CH ADJ is a ‘flat’ setting where all the speakers are set individually so no special weighting is given to

any one channel.

— FRONT ALIGN sets all speakers in accordance with the front speaker settings (no equalization is applied

to the front left and right channels).

If you selected ALL or Keep SP System as your Auto MCACC menu, you can specify the MCACC preset

where you want to save the SYMMETRY, ALL CH ADJ and FRONT ALIGN settings.

! THX Speaker (only available when the Auto MCACC Menu above is ALL or Speaker Setting) – Select YES

when using THX speakers (all speakers other than the front speakers are set to SMALL). In other cases, leave at NO.

! STAND.WAVE Multi-Point (only available when the Auto MCACC Menu above is EQ Pro & S-Wave) – In

addition to measurements at the listening position, you can use two more reference points for which test tones will be analyzed for standing waves. This is useful if you want to get a balanced ‘flat’ calibration for several seating positions in your listening area. Place the microphone at the reference point indicated on-screen and note that the last microphone placement will be at your main listening position:

2nd reference point

3rd reference point

Important

! Make sure the microphone/speakers are not moved during the Auto MCACC Setup. ! The screen saver will automatically appear after five minutes of inactivity.

CAUTION

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

1 Select ‘Auto MCACC’ from the Advanced MCACC menu, then press ENTER.

If the Advanced MCACC screen is not displayed, refer to Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC

menu on page 77.

2 Select the parameters you want to set.

Use i/j to select the item, then use k/l to set.

Main listening position

3 Connect the microphone to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on the front panel.

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

The Advanced MCACC menu

STANDARD

MULTI-ZONE

CONTROLON/OFF

BAND

PHONES

TUNER EDIT

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.

! It may not be possible to measure correctly if the microphone is placed on a table, sofa, etc.

SPEAKERS

MCACC

SETUP MIC

iPod iPhone iPad

DIRECT CONTROL

AUTO SURR/ALC/

STREAM DIRECT STEREO

USB

5V 2.1 A

iPod iPhone iPad

HDMI 5 INPUT

Microphone

Tripod

SURROUND

ADVANCED SURROUND

4 When you’re finished setting the options, select START then press ENTER.

5 Follow the instructions on-screen.

6 Wait for the Auto MCACC Setup to finish outputting test tones.

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.

! With error messages (such as Too much ambient noise! or Check microphone.), select RETRY after check-

ing for ambient noise (see Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 38) and verifying the mic connection. If there doesn’t seem to be a problem, you can simply select GO NEXT and continue.

! Do not adjust the volume during the test tones. This may result in incorrect speaker settings.

7 If necessary, confirm the speaker configuration in the GUI screen.

The configuration shown on-screen should reflect the actual speakers you have. If no operations are performed for 10 seconds while the speaker configuration check screen is being displayed, the Auto MCACC Setup will resume automatically. In this case, you don’t need to select ‘OK’ and press ENTER in step 8.

! If you see an ERR message (or the speaker configuration displayed isn’t correct), there may be a problem

! If 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.

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 Auto MCACC procedure again.

— If the connections were right, select GO NEXT and continue.

8 Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press ENTER.

! If you selected a STAND.WAVE Multi-Point setup (in step 2), you will be asked to place the mic at the 2nd

and 3rd reference points before finally placing it at your main listening position.

9 The Auto MCACC Setup procedure is completed and the Advanced MCACC menu reappears automatically.

The settings made in the Auto MCACC Setup should give you excellent surround sound from your system, but it is also possible to adjust these settings manually using the Manual MCACC setup menu (starting below) or Manual SP Setup menu (starting on page 85).

! Depending on the characteristics of your room, sometimes identical speakers 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 85.

! The subwoofer distance setting may be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. This set-

ting should be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to be changed.

! If Auto MCACC Setup measurement results are incorrect due to the interaction of the speakers and viewing

environment, we recommend adjusting the settings manually.

You can also choose to view the settings by selecting individual parameters from the MCACC Data Check screen (see Checking MCACC Data on page 81). Press RETURN after you have finished checking each screen. When you’re finished, select RETURN to go back to the Home Menu. Be sure to disconnect the microphone from this receiver upon completion of the Auto MCACC Setup.

The Advanced MCACC menu

Manual MCACC setup

You can use the settings in the Manual MCACC setup menu to make detailed adjustments when you’re more familiar with the system. Before making these settings, you should have already completed Automatically con-

ducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37.

You only need to make these settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system or add new speakers).

CAUTION

! The test tones used in the Manual MCACC setup are output at high volume.

Important

! Press the MCACC button while the pertinent setup screens are displayed to select MCACC presets. ! For some of the settings below, you’ll have to connect the setup microphone to the front panel and place it

about ear level at your normal listening position. Press HOME MENU to display the Home Menu before you connect the microphone to this receiver.

! See Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 38 for notes regarding high background noise

levels and other possible interference.

! If you’re using a subwoofer, switch it on and turn up the volume to the middle position.

1 Select ‘Manual MCACC’ from the Advanced MCACC menu.

See Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu on page 77 if you’re not already at this screen.

2 Select the setting you want to adjust.

If you’re doing this for the first time, you might want to make these settings in order.

! Fine Channel Level – Make fine adjustments to the overall balance of your speaker system (see Fine Channel

Level on page 79).

! Fine SP Distance – Make precise delay settings for your speaker system (see Fine Speaker Distance on page

79).

! Standing Wave – Control overly resonant low frequencies in your listening room (see Standing Wave on

page 80).

The last two settings are specifically for customizing the parameters explained in Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust on page 80:

! EQ Adjust – Manually adjust the frequency balance of your speaker system while listening to test tones (see

Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust on page 80).

! EQ Professional – Calibrate your system based on the direct sound coming from the speakers and make

detailed settings according to your room’s reverb characteristics (see Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional

on page 80).

Fine Channel Level

! Default setting: 0.0dB (all channels) You can achieve better surround sound by properly adjusting the overall balance of your speaker system. You can adjust the Channel Level of each speaker in 0.5 dB increments. The following setting can help you make detailed adjustments that you may not achieve using the Manual speaker setup on page 85.

1 Select ‘Fine Channel Level’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

The volume increases to the 0.0 dB reference level.

2 Adjust the level of the left channel.

This will be the reference speaker level, so you may want to keep the level around 0.0dB so that you’ll have plenty of room to adjust the other speaker levels.

! After pressing ENTER, test tones will be output.

3 Select each channel in turn and adjust the levels (+/–12.0 dB) as necessary.

Use k/l to adjust the volume of the speaker you selected to match the reference speaker. When it sounds like both tones are the same volume, press j to confirm and continue to the next channel.

! For comparison purposes, the reference speaker will change depending on which speaker you select. ! If you want to go back and adjust a channel, simply use i/j to select it.

4 When you’re finished, press RETURN.

You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Fine Speaker Distance

! Default setting: 10’00’’ (all speakers) For proper sound depth and separation with your system, it is necessary to add a slight bit of delay to some speakers so that all sounds will arrive at the listening position at the same time. You can adjust the distance of each speaker in half inch increments. The following setting can help you make detailed adjustments that you may not achieve using the Manual speaker setup on page 85.

1 Select ‘Fine SP Distance’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

2 Adjust the distance of the left channel from the listening position.

3 Select each channel in turn and adjust the distance as necessary.

Use k/l to adjust the delay of the speaker you selected to match the reference speaker. Listen to the reference speaker and use it to measure the target channel. From the listening position, face the two speakers with your arms outstretched pointing at each speaker. Try to make the two tones sound as if they are arriving simultaneously at a position slightly in front of you and between your arm span.

! If you can’t seem to achieve this by adjusting the distance setting, you may need to change the angle of your

speakers very slightly.

! The subwoofer’s test tone differs in tone from other channels. Adjust so that the sound of the subwoofer can

be heard distinctly. Note that when adjusting the subwoofer, depending on the low frequency response of your speaker, it may be difficult to hear the change even when the setting is increased or decreased or when the position of the speaker is changed. Note that it may be difficult to compare this tone with the other speakers in your setup (depending on the low frequency response of the reference speaker).

When it sounds like the delay settings are matched up, press j to confirm and continue to the next channel.

! For comparison purposes, the reference speaker will change depending on which speaker you select. ! If you want to go back and adjust a channel, simply use i/j to select it.

4 When you’re finished, press RETURN.

You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

The Advanced MCACC menu

Standing Wave

! Default setting: ON/ATT 0.0dB (all filters) Acoustic standing waves occur when, under certain conditions, sound waves from your speaker system resonate mutually with sound waves reflected off the walls in your listening area. This can have a negative effect on the overall sound, especially at certain lower frequencies. Depending on speaker placement, your listening position, and ultimately the shape of your room, it results in an overly resonant (‘boomy’) sound. The Standing Wave Control uses filters to reduce the effect of overly resonant sounds in your listening area. During playback of a source, you can customize the filters used for Standing Wave Control for each of your MCACC presets. ! Standing Wave control filter settings cannot be changed during playback of sources using the HDMI

connection.

1 Select ‘Standing Wave’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

2 Adjust the parameters for the Standing Wave Control.

! Filter Channel – Select the channel to which you will apply the filter(s): MAIN (all except center channel and

subwoofer), Center or SW (subwoofer).

! TRIM (only available when the filter channel above is SW) – Adjust the subwoofer channel level (to compen-

sate for the difference in output post-filter).

! Freq / Q / ATT – These are the filter parameters where Freq represents the frequency you will be targeting

and Q is the bandwidth (the higher the Q, the narrower the bandwidth, or range) of the attenuation (ATT, the

amount of reduction to the targeted frequency).

3 When you’re finished, press RETURN.

You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust

! Default setting: ON/0.0dB (all channels/bands) Acoustic Calibration Equalization is a kind of room equalizer for your speakers (excluding the subwoofer). It works by measuring the acoustic characteristics of your room and neutralizing the ambient characteristics that can color the original source material (providing a ‘flat’ equalization setting). If you’re not satisfied with the adjustment provided in Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37 or Automatic

MCACC (Expert) on page 77, you can also adjust these settings manually to get a frequency balance that suits

your tastes.

1 Select ‘EQ Adjust’ from the Manual MCACC setup menu.

2 Select the channel(s) you want and adjust to your liking.

Use i/j to select the channel. Use k/l to select the frequency and i/j to boost or cut the EQ. When you’re finished, go back to the top of the screen and press k to return to Ch, then use i/j to select the channel.

! The OVER! indicator shows in the display if the frequency adjustment is too drastic and might distort. If this

happens, bring the level down until OVER! disappears from the display.

3 When you’re finished, press RETURN.

You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu.

Note

! Changing the frequency curve of one channel too drastically will affect the overall balance. If the speaker bal-

ance seems uneven, you can raise or lower channel levels using test tones with the TRIM feature. Use k/l to select TRIM, then use i/j to raise or lower the channel level for the current speaker.

Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional

This setup minimizes the unwanted effects of room reverberation by allowing you to calibrate your system based on the direct sound coming from the speakers. Performing the Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional procedure is effective when the lower frequencies seem overly reverberant in your listening room (i.e. it sounds ‘boomy’) as shown at Type A below, or when different channels seem to exhibit different reverb characteristics as shown at Type B. ! Type A: Reverberance of high vs. low frequencies

Level

Acoustic Cal. EQ Pro. calibration range

! Type B: Reverb characteristics for different channels

Level

Acoustic Cal. EQ Pro. calibration range

Using Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional

1 Select ‘EQ Professional’, then press ENTER.

2 Select an option and press ENTER.

! Reverb Measurement – Use this to measure the reverb characteristics before and after calibration. ! Reverb View – You can check the reverb measurements made for specified frequency ranges in each

channel. — If the Reverb View procedure is performed after the Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning

(Full Auto MCACC) on page 37 or Reverb Measurement operation, depending on the standing wave

control setting, differences may appear on the reverb graph. With the Auto MCACC function, the reverberations are measured with the standing waves controlled, so the reverb characteristics graph shows the characteristics with the effect of the standing waves eliminated. By contrast, the Reverb Measurement function measures the reverberations without controlling the standing waves, so the graph indicates the reverb characteristics including the effect of the standing waves. If you wish to check the reverb characteristics of the room itself (with the standing waves as such), we recommend using the Reverb Measurement function.

! Advanced EQ Setup – Use this to select the time period that will be used for frequency adjustment and

calibration, based on the reverb measurement of your listening area. Note that customizing system calibration using this setup will alter the settings you made in Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full

Auto MCACC) on page 37 or Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 77 and is not necessary if you’re satisfied

with these settings.

Low frequencies

High frequencies

Conventional MCACC EQ calibration range

Time

160

(in msec)

Front L

Front R

Conventional MCACC EQ calibration range

160

Time (in msec)

The Advanced MCACC menu

3 If you selected ‘Reverb Measurement’, select EQ ON or EQ OFF, and then START.

The following options determine how the reverb characteristics of your listening area are displayed in Reverb View:

! EQ OFF – You will see the reverb characteristics of your listening area without the equalization performed by

this receiver (before calibration).

! EQ ON – You will see the reverb characteristics of your listening area with the equalization performed by this

receiver (after calibration). Note that the EQ response may not appear entirely flat due to adjustments neces-

sary for your listening area.

— The calibration corresponding to the currently selected MCACC preset will be used when EQ ON is

selected. To use another MCACC preset, press MCACC to select the MCACC memory you want to store.

— After auto calibration with EQ Type : SYMMETRY (Full Auto MCACC, etc.), the graph for the inferred

reverb characteristics can be displayed by selecting Reverb View. To display the actually measured reverb characteristics after EQ calibration, measure with EQ ON.

When the reverb measurement is finished, you can select Reverb View to see the results on-screen. See

Professional Calibration EQ graphical output on page 95 for troubleshooting information.

4 If you selected ‘Reverb View’, you can check the reverb characteristics for each channel. Press RETURN when you’re done.

The reverb characteristics are displayed when the Full Auto MCACC or Reverb Measurement measurements are conducted. Use k/l to select the channel, frequency and calibration setting you want to check. Use i/j to go back and forth between the three. The reverb characteristics graph before and after EQ calibration can be displayed by selecting Calibration : Before / After. Note that the markers on the vertical axis indicate decibels in 2 dB steps.

5 If ‘Advanced EQ Setup’ is selected, select the MCACC memory to be stored, then enter the desired time setting for calibration, and then select START.

! To specify the place where the MCACC memory is to be stored, press MCACC to select the MCACC memory

you want to store. Based on the reverb measurement above, you can choose the time period that will be used for the final frequency adjustment and calibration. Even though you can make this setting without reverb measurement, it is best to use the measurement results as a reference for your time setting. For an optimal system calibration based on the direct sound coming from the speakers, we recommend using the 30-50ms setting. Use k/l to select the setting. Use i/j to switch between them. Select the setting from the following time periods (in milliseconds): 0-20ms, 10-30ms, 20-40ms, 30-50ms, 40-60ms, 50-70ms and 60-80ms. This setting will be applied to all channels during calibration. When you’re finished, select START. It will take about 2 to 4 minutes for the calibration to finish. After the Acoustic Calibration Equalization is set, you are given the option to check the settings on-screen.

Checking MCACC Data

At the procedure of Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 37, the procedure of Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 77 or after fine-adjusting at Manual MCACC setup on page 79, you can check your calibrated settings using the GUI screen.

1 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU.

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and ENTER to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.

2 Select ‘MCACC Data Check’ from the Home Menu.

3 Select the setting you want to check.

! Speaker Setting – Used to check the settings of the speaker systems. See Speaker Setting on page 81 for

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