Pioneer SC-85 Operating Instruction
Operating Instructions
AV Receiver
SC- 85
WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof
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
To
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
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.
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.
IMPORTANT
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
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.
. To prevent a fire or
prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
, and 20 cm at each
To prevent fire
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
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(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
strong artificial light).
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).
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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Read these instructions.
1)
Keep these instructions.
2)
Heed all warnings.
3)
Follow all instructions.
4)
Do not use this apparatus near water.
5)
Clean only with dry cloth.
6)
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
7)
Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12)
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.
14)
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 Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands
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WARNING
Store small parts out of the reach of children and
infants. If accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor
immediately
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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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
Our philosophy .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Features ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Checking what’s in the box ..............................................................................................................................................11
Installing the receiver .......................................................................................................................................................11
Loading the batteries ........................................................................................................................................................11
Operating range of remote control unit..........................................................................................................................12
02 Controls and displays
Remote control .................................................................................................................................................................14
Display ...............................................................................................................................................................................16
Front panel ........................................................................................................................................................................17
03 Connecting your equipment
Connecting your equipment ............................................................................................................................................20
Rear panel .........................................................................................................................................................................20
Determining the speakers’ application ..........................................................................................................................21
Placing the speakers ........................................................................................................................................................24
Connecting the speakers .................................................................................................................................................25
Installing your speaker system ........................................................................................................................................27
About the audio connection ............................................................................................................................................33
About the video converter ................................................................................................................................................33
About HDMI ......................................................................................................................................................................34
Connecting your TV and playback components ............................................................................................................34
Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources ...............................................................37
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box ...........................................................................................38
Connecting other audio components .............................................................................................................................39
Connecting additional amplifiers ....................................................................................................................................39
Connecting AM/FM antennas .........................................................................................................................................40
MULTI-ZONE setup ...........................................................................................................................................................41
Connecting to the network through LAN interface .......................................................................................................43
Connecting optional Bluetooth ADAPTER .....................................................................................................................44
Connecting an iPod ..........................................................................................................................................................44
Connecting a USB device ................................................................................................................................................45
Connecting an MHL-compatible device .........................................................................................................................45
Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input .........................................................................46
Connecting to a wireless LAN .........................................................................................................................................46
Connecting an IR receiver ...............................................................................................................................................46
Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger .........................................................................................47
Plugging in the receiver ...................................................................................................................................................47
05 Basic playback
Playing a source ...............................................................................................................................................................56
Playing an iPod .................................................................................................................................................................57
Playing a USB device .......................................................................................................................................................58
Playing an MHL-compatible device ................................................................................................................................60
Listening to the radio ........................................................................................................................................................60
Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music ................................................................................................61
06 Listening to your system
Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes ....................................................................................64
Selecting MCACC presets ...............................................................................................................................................66
Choosing the input signal ................................................................................................................................................66
Better sound using Phase Control ..................................................................................................................................66
Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control ...............................................................................67
07 Playback with NETWORK features
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Playback with Network functions....................................................................................................................................70
About network playback...................................................................................................................................................73
About playable file formats ..............................................................................................................................................74
08 Control with HDMI function
About the Control with HDMI function ...........................................................................................................................76
Making Control with HDMI connections ........................................................................................................................76
HDMI Setup.......................................................................................................................................................................76
Before using synchronization ..........................................................................................................................................77
About synchronized operations ......................................................................................................................................77
Setting the PQLS function ...............................................................................................................................................77
About Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link ..............................................................................................77
Cautions on the Control with HDMI function ................................................................................................................78
09 Using other functions
Setting the Audio options ................................................................................................................................................80
Setting the Video options .................................................................................................................................................82
Switching the output (OUTPUT PARAMETER) ..............................................................................................................84
HDMI 4K/60p signal output setting ................................................................................................................................85
Changing the channel level while listening ...................................................................................................................85
Using the MULTI-ZONE controls .....................................................................................................................................86
Making an audio or a video recording ............................................................................................................................87
Network settings from a web browser ............................................................................................................................87
Using the sleep timer .......................................................................................................................................................87
Dimming the display ........................................................................................................................................................87
Checking your system settings .......................................................................................................................................87
Resetting the system ........................................................................................................................................................88
04 Basic Setup
How to use the built-in AVNavigator ...............................................................................................................................49
Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) .....................................................................51
The Input Setup menu ......................................................................................................................................................52
Operation Mode Setup .....................................................................................................................................................53
Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) ................................................................................................54
About the Home Menu.....................................................................................................................................................54
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10 Controlling the rest of your system
About the Remote Setup menu.......................................................................................................................................90
Operating multiple receivers ...........................................................................................................................................90
Setting the remote to control other components ..........................................................................................................90
Selecting preset codes directly .......................................................................................................................................90
Programming signals from other remote controls .......................................................................................................91
Erasing one of the remote control button settings ........................................................................................................91
Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input function .............................................................................................92
Setting the backlight mode .............................................................................................................................................92
Using All Zone Standby ....................................................................................................................................................92
Setting the switching time of AV amplifier operation mode.........................................................................................92
Resetting the remote control settings ............................................................................................................................92
Controlling components ..................................................................................................................................................93
11 The MCACC PRO menu
Making receiver settings from the MCACC PRO menu ................................................................................................96
Automatic MCACC (Expert) .............................................................................................................................................96
Manual MCACC setup .....................................................................................................................................................98
Checking MCACC Data ..................................................................................................................................................100
Data Management..........................................................................................................................................................101
12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus
Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu.............................................................................................104
Manual speaker setup ....................................................................................................................................................104
Network Setup menu .....................................................................................................................................................106
Checking the Network Information ...............................................................................................................................108
MHL Setup ......................................................................................................................................................................108
The Other Setup menu ...................................................................................................................................................108
Making network settings using Safari ..........................................................................................................................111
Using Safari to set a friendly name ...............................................................................................................................112
Using Safari to update the firmware .............................................................................................................................112
14 Additional information
Surround sound formats ...............................................................................................................................................124
SABRE DACTM.................................................................................................................................................................124
About HDMI ....................................................................................................................................................................124
HTC Connect ...................................................................................................................................................................124
About iPod .......................................................................................................................................................................125
Windows 8 .......................................................................................................................................................................125
MHL..................................................................................................................................................................................125
Software license notice ..................................................................................................................................................125
Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats ............................................................126
Speaker Setting Guide....................................................................................................................................................127
About messages displayed when using network functions .......................................................................................128
Important information regarding the HDMI connection ............................................................................................128
Cleaning the unit ............................................................................................................................................................128
Glossary ...........................................................................................................................................................................129
Features index .................................................................................................................................................................132
Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................133
Preset code list................................................................................................................................................................134
13 FAQ
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................................114
Power ...............................................................................................................................................................................114
No sound .........................................................................................................................................................................114
Other audio problems ....................................................................................................................................................115
ADAPTER PORT terminal ..............................................................................................................................................116
Video ................................................................................................................................................................................116
Settings ............................................................................................................................................................................117
Professional Calibration EQ graphical output .............................................................................................................117
Display .............................................................................................................................................................................117
Remote control ...............................................................................................................................................................118
HDMI ................................................................................................................................................................................118
MHL..................................................................................................................................................................................119
Built-in AVNavigator .......................................................................................................................................................119
USB interface ..................................................................................................................................................................120
iPod ..................................................................................................................................................................................120
Network ...........................................................................................................................................................................120
Wireless LAN ...................................................................................................................................................................122
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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, 8, 10
Setting to be made as necessary: 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14
Important
Using Wiring Navi on AVNavigator of this receiver, you can make the initial settings of the receiver on your computer or mobile device. In that case, you can use Wiring Navi to make the same connections or settings that are
performed in Steps 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9. For details of how to use AVNavigator, refer to How to use the built-in
AVNavigator on page 49 .
1 Before you start
! Checking what’s in the box on page 11
! Loading the batteries on page 11
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2 Determining the speakers’ application (page 21 )
! [A] 9.2 channel surround system (Top middle/Front wide) connection
! [B] 9.2 channel surround system (Top middle/Front height) connection
! [C] 9.2 channel surround system (Top forward/Top backward) connection
! [D] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
! [E] 7.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)
! [F] 7.2 channel surround system & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
! [G] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) & HDZONE connec-
tion (Multi Zone)
! [H-1] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone)
! [H-2] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
! [H-3] Multi-ZONE Music connection
! [I] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection
! [J] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)
! [K] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Center Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)
! [L] 5.2 channel surround system & Center and Surround Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)
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3 Connecting the speakers
! Placing the speakers on page 24
! Connecting the speakers on page 25
! Installing your speaker system on page 27
! Bi-amping your speakers on page 26
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4 Connecting the components
! About the audio connection on page 33
! About the video converter on page 33
! Connecting your TV and playback components on page 34
! Connecting AM/FM antennas on page 40
! Plugging in the receiver on page 47
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5 Power On
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6 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 54 )
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7 Using the AVNavigator functions (page 49 )
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8 MCACC speaker settings
! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 51
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9 The Input Setup menu (page 52 )
(When using connections other than the recommended connections)
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10 Basic playback (page 55 )
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11 Switching the HDMI output (page 85 )
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12 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired
! Using the various listening modes (page 63 )
! Better sound using Phase Control (page 66 )
! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 96 )
! Changing the channel level while listening (page 106 )
! Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 80 )
! Setting the PQLS function (page 77 )
! Setting the Audio options (page 80 )
! Setting the Video options (page 82 )
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13 Other optional adjustments and settings
! Control with HDMI function (page 75 )
! The MCACC PRO menu (page 95 )
! The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 103 )
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14 Making maximum use of the remote control
! Operating multiple receivers (page 90 )
! Setting the remote to control other components (page 90 )
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Before you start
Our philosophy ................................................................................................................................ 8
Features ............................................................................................................................................ 8
Checking what’s in the box ..........................................................................................................11
Installing the receiver .................................................................................................................... 11
Loading the batteries .................................................................................................................... 11
Operating range of remote control unit ......................................................................................12
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Before you start
Our philosophy
Pioneer is dedicated to making your home theater listening experience as close as possible to the vision of the
moviemakers and mastering engineer when they created the original soundtrack. We do this by focusing on three
important steps:
1 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
Audio
% 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.
% ESS-32bit-DAC-equipped
All channels are equipped with ESS SABRE 32 Ultra Audio DACs. The Jitter Eliminators achieve clearer sound.
% Audio Scaler
The combined effect of Hi-bit 32 Audio Processing, the digital filter and the up-sampling function can be used
to convert the signals of music files or CDs to up to 192 kHz/32 bits to achieve even clearer sound with higher
definition.
% Hi-Bit 32 Audio Processing
Creates a wider dynamic range with digital sources like CDs, DVDs or BDs. 16-, 20- and 24-bit PCM as well as
compressed audio is requantized to 32 bits, and the high frequency component is interpolated upon data processing to enable smoother, more subtle musical expression.
% Easy setup using MCACC PRO
The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but accurate surround sound setup, which includes the advanced features of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ.
% 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 phase shifting on such discs and broadcasts. This function is particularly effective when playing multi-channel music containing low frequency effects (LFE).
% Full Band Phase Control
The further advanced Full Band Phase Control technology focuses on the group delay in the speaker network
filter, and compensates with special digital signal processing (DSP), to adjust the phase of each unit as well as
the group delay for each speaker. Full Band Phase Control gives multi-range speakers the sound coherence of
full-range speakers, while retaining the wide frequency range advantage.
% 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 supports the PQLS function.
% Independent dual subwoofer output
The output for two subwoofers can be adjusted and set independently. When using two subwoofers, more ideal
low-frequency playback can be realized by properly adjusting the output to each woofer.
% Subwoofer EQ
The EQ for subwoofer output can be corrected. In addition to the results of MCACC automatic adjustment, the
subwoofer output can be adjusted to match the viewing environment or your taste by manual correction.
Video
% Ultra HD (with 4K/60p video support) - Pass-through and upscaling -
Up to 4K/60p resolution images can be passed through and displayed as such, and the HD (High Definition) or
Full HD images of DVDs, Blu-ray discs and HD broadcasts can be upscaled to a resolution of up to 4K/60p and
displayed. A separate monitor supporting Ultra HD (4K video) is required.
% HDMI (3D, Audio Return Channel) - 9in/3out (Dual out + HDZONE out)
A compatible component is required to use the above function.
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Network
% Roku Ready
This receiver is a certified Roku Ready® device. By just plugging the Roku Streaming StickTM into the MHL port,
you can enjoy the hottest movies, TV shows, music, games and more on your TV by streaming it directly from the
Internet.
% Spotify Digital Music-Streaming Service ready
Spotify is a digital music-streaming service that gives you on-demand access to millions of songs. This receiver is
ready for Connect from Spotify, which lets you select songs on your Spotify app to listen to on your audio system.
For service availability in your country check www.spotify.com.
% Compatible with Windows 8.1
This receiver is compatible with Windows 8.1, letting you easily stream music from compatible PCs on your home
network.
% Apple AirPlay
With AirPlay you can stream music from iTunes to this receiver and play it through your home theater system.
You can even use the receiver to view metadata including song titles, artist’s names as well as the album art on a
connected display. You can easily enjoy your iTunes music in any room in the house.
% DLNA Certified (1.5)
This receiver is a DLNA certified (1.5) device, enabled to work not only as a DMP (Digital Media Player) for playing
DMS (Digital Media Server) audio files, but also as a DMR (Digital Media Renderer) to be controlled remotely by a
device such as a smartphone or PC.
% Internet Radio
By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations.
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Connectivity
% Easy Network connection with the Wireless LAN converter
With the AS-WL300 wireless LAN converter, you can enjoy using a wireless LAN connection for the AV receivers.
The AS-WL300 works with the power supply from the AV receiver's dedicated USB terminal, so no AC adapter is
required.
% Bluetooth adapter ready
Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) lets you enjoy music files on an iPhone or other Bluetooth
wireless technology enabled device wirelessly.
% MHLTM (Mobile High-definition Link)-compatible device playback
An incorporates MHL 2 mobile device can be connected to enjoy 3D videos, full-HD videos, high quality multichannel audio, and photos etc., with charge the battery on the receiver.
% HTC Connect
HTC Connect makes it easy to wirelessly stream your favorite music straight from your HTC phone. There’s no
need for a separate app; HTC Connect is built right in your phone’s music player.
% iPod Playback
Your iPod and iPhone can be connected to the receiver’s USB terminal to play the music files on the iPod or
iPhone. Also, the iPod or iPhone is charged when it is connected to the receiver.
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Playback/Processing
% Dolby Atmos
This AV receiver supports the latest Dolby Atmos surround sound system. Dolby Atmos is a new technology in
which, through real time calculation of audio data and meta data (position and time information) included in the
audio signal, a surround sound space is achieved irrespective of the speaker layout and number of speakers.
In order to enjoy Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos-compatible content is required. Dolby Atmos content on Dolby
Atmos-compatible Blu-ray Discs can be played back on most conventional Blu-ray players by sending the Dolby
Atmos bitstream to the AVR.
% Multi-channel Music File playback
This receiver enables multi-channel music file playback with a resolution of up to 96 kHz/24 bit. Playback of WAV
and FLAC files via the front USB port and network is supported.
% DSD File Music playback (via Network, Front USB and HDMI)
Playback of high sound quality DSD music (DSD files and DSD discs (SACDs)) is supported.
% High Resolution Music Playback
High resolution music files with resolutions of 96 kHz/24 bit to 192 kHz/24 bit can be played. Playback of AIFF,
Apple Lossless, WAV and FLAC files via the front USB port and network is supported.
% Gapless Playback
The silent section between tracks is skipped when playing music files, eliminating the interruptions that usually
occur when playing live or concert contents.
This receiver plays back AAC or MP3 format files with a minimum gap even though it is fundamentally impossible
to play back without a gap.
% Virtual Speakers
By turning on the ‘Virtual Surround Back’, ‘Virtual Height’, and ‘Virtual Wide’ modes, it is possible to realize a
maximum of 11.1 channels combining the speakers that are actually installed and the virtual speakers. This
makes for a smoother connection between the sounds and an improved 3D feel.
% dts Neo:X compatible
This receiver supports the latest DTS processing format. The quality of Neo:X, originally designed for 9 channels
or more, can be enjoyed in a 7-channel environment.
Installation
% Built-in AVNavigator
When accessing the receiver from the browser of your smartphone, tablet, Windows PC or Mac, you can use
Wiring Navi, which explains how to connect or Interactive Operation Guide, which visually and intelligibly
explains the operation method.
% iControlAV5 Remote Application
This is an application that allows intuitive operation of many of the receiver’s functions. This application is available on the App Store for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. You can also get it on Google Play for Android smartphones. The application can be downloaded free of charge.
% HDZONE output
This receiver supports output of the HDMI output to a subzone room. Powerful images can be enjoyed simply by
connecting this receiver to a TV supporting 4K/Full-HD/3D. In addition, a multi-channel environment can be created by connecting this receiver to another AV receiver in the subzone room.
% ZONE Ready
This receiver is equipped with HDZONE and ZONE 2. HDZONE supports HD audio/video streaming to a separate
room via HDMI. Multi-Zone enables music and movie playback from different sources in three zones at the same
time.
With HDZONE, you can select not only HDMI input but also INTERNET RADIO or iPod/USB and the like.
% Energy Saving Design
This AV receiver has an ecological design. In addition to even lower power consumption in standby, the receiver
is equipped with an ‘eco mode’ for low power consumption when playing contents as well. Furthermore, the eco
mode can easily be set with a dedicated button on the remote control of using iControlAV5.
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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
! Power cord
! CD-ROM
! Quick start guide
! Safety Brochure
! Warranty sheet
Handling the CD-ROM
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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.
! When inserting the batteries, make sure not to damage the springs on the battery’s (–) terminals. This can
cause batteries to leak or overheat.
! 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.
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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.
30°
30°
7 m (23 ft.)
Before you start
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Controls and displays
Remote control ..............................................................................................................................14
Display ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Front panel ..................................................................................................................................... 17
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Controls and displays
Remote control
This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver.
10
11
12
STANDBY/ON
1
2
3
4
5
ALL ZONE STBY
SUB ZONE CONTROL
RECEIVER
MAIN
SOURCE CONTROL
DVDBD
USB ADPTROKU
BT
iPod
TV
TUNER
TV
INPUT
STATUS
6
AUDIO P. VIDEO P.
7
8
9
TOP
MENU
HOME
MENU
LISTENING MODE
SURRAUTO
MPX
PRESET TUNE
2
13
546
8
79
D.ACCESS
CLR
0
DIMMER SLEEP
RECEIVER
SOURCE
Z2 Z3 HDZ
HDMI
SAT
NET
MHL
ALL
CD
VOLUME
VOL
MUTE
OUT P.
TOOLS
MENU
ENTER
RETURN
CH LV.
ADV
BAND PTY
AUDIO
DISP
CH
CLASS
ENTER
CH
LIGHT
RCU SETUP
Fav
13
14
15
16
6
17
The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system:
! White – Receiver control, TV control
! Blue – Operation of other devices and each input (TUNER, etc.) (See pages 57 , 58 , 60 , 61 and 93 .)
1 u STANDBY/ON
This switches between standby and on for this receiver.
2 ALL ZONE STBY
Use this button to perform unique operations (page 92 ).
3 MAIN RECEIVER
Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands).
Switch to perform operations in the main zone.
4 SOURCE CONTROL buttons
Switches the input. Also, switches remote control operation mode for operating other devices or each input
(TUNER, etc.) (page 90 ).
The input for HDMI , NET and ALL switches each time these buttons are pressed.
5 TV control buttons
These buttons can be used to perform operations on the TV to which the TV 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 90 ).
6 Receiver Control buttons
! STATUS – Displays the IP address and information such as selected/set functions and input signals on the
display (page 87 ).
! OUT P. (OUTPUT PARAMETER) – Switches the output terminal of the HDMI signal or speaker terminal to be
played (page 84 ).
! RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.
! CH LV. (CHANNEL LEVEL) – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use k/l to adjust the level (pages
85 and 106 ).
7 Receiver setting buttons
Press MAIN RECEIVER first to access:
! AUDIO P. (AUDIO PARAMETER) – Use to access the Audio options (page 80 ).
! VIDEO P. (VIDEO PARAMETER) – Use to access the Video options (page 82 ).
! HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 52 , 54 , 76 , 96 and 104 ).
8 i/j/k/l/ENTER
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 96 ) and the Audio or Video
options (page 80 or 82 ).
9 LISTENING MODE buttons
! AUTO (AUTO SURROUND/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) – Switches between Auto Surround (page 64 ), Auto
Level Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 65 ).
! SURR (STANDARD SURROUND) – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (Dolby, DTS,
etc.) (page 64 ).
! ADV (ADVANCED SURROUND) – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 65 ).
10 Source device operation button
Operates other devices or each input (TUNER, etc.).
11 DIMMER
Dims or brightens the display (page 87 ).
12 SLEEP
Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and select the amount of time before sleep (page 87 ).
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02
13 Remote control LED
Lights when a command is sent from the remote control.
14 SUB ZONE CONTROL buttons
! Z2 (ZONE 2) – Holding down this button (for 1.5 seconds) until the remote control LED flashes one time, the
mode changes to Zone 2 operation.
! Z3 (ZONE 3) – Holding down this button (for 1.5 seconds) until the remote control LED flashes one time, the
mode changes to Zone 3 operation.
! HDZ (HDZONE) – Holding down this button (for 1.5 seconds) until the remote control LED flashes one time,
the mode changes to HDZONE operation.
15 VOLUME +/–
Use to set the listening volume.
To adjust the main zone sound volume, press MAIN RECEIVER first and then press this button. When in the sub
zone, press the SUB ZONE CONTROL button first and then press this button.
16 MUTE
Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound).
To mute the main zone sound volume, press MAIN RECEIVER first and then press this button. When in the sub
zone, press the SUB ZONE CONTROL button first and then press this button.
17 LIGHT/RCU SETUP
Turns on/off the button lights. The white buttons (excluding DIMMER, SLEEP, and LIGHT) light.
The way the buttons light can be selected from four modes (page 92 ).
Used to set the remote control (page 90 ).
Controls and displays
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Controls and displays
Display
AUTO
HDMI
DIGITAL
ANALOG
AUTO SURROUND
STREAM DIRECT
ADV.SURROUND
SP AB
6
21 3 64 1075 11 13 14
L C R
SL SR
XL XR
LFE
STANDARD
SLEEP
XC
DIGITAL PLUS
TrueHD
DTS HD ES 96/24
CD
MSTR
DSD PCM
MULTI-ZONE
S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX
TUNER
iPod
FULL BAND
PQLS
DVD
BD
1918 2016 17
ALC
TV
DVR
89
TUNED
STEREO
AT T
MONO
HDMI
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 66 ).
2 Program format indicators
The channel to which the digital signal is input lights. The indicator does not light when Dolby Atmos content is
being played back.
! 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.
! DIGITAL – Lights with Dolby Digital decoding.
! DIGITAL PLUS – Lights with Dolby Digital Plus decoding.
! 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 – Lights during playback of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signals.
! DSD PCM – Light during DSD (Direct Stream Digital) to PCM conversion.
! 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 86 ).
5 FULL BAND
Lights when the Full Band Phase Control is switched on (page 67 ).
6 Listening mode indicators
! ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 64 ).
! AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 64 ).
! STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 65 ).
! ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 65 ).
! STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 64 ).
[ 2 ]
12
USB
[ 3 ]
dB
[ 4 ]
7 (PHASE CONTROL)
Lights when the Phase Control (page 66 ) or Full Band Phase Control (page 67 ) is switched on.
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8 ATT
Lights when the input signal level is lowered to reduce distortion (page 80 ).
9 PQLS
Lights when the PQLS feature is active (page 77 ).
10 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.
11
Lights when the sound is muted.
12 SOUND
Lights when the DIALOG E (Dialog Enhancement) or TONE (tone controls) features is selected (page 80 ).
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 terminals setting using OUT P. (page 84 ).
17 SLEEP
Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 87 ).
18 S.RTRV
Lights when the Auto Sound Retriever function is active (page 80 ).
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 109 )
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Controls and displays
Front panel
1 2 4
MCACC PRO
FL OFF
INPUT
SELECTOR
STANDBY/ON
8910 1211 13 16
AUDIO
PARAMETER
7
HOME MENU RETURN
VIDEO
PARAMETER
TUNE
ENTER
TUNE (HDMI)
ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ON/OFF
PRESETPRESET
HDZONE
ON/OFF
ZONE 2
MULTI-ZONE
CONTROL
PHONES
SPEAKERS
MCACC
SETUP MIC
iPod iPhone
DIRECT CONTROL
14 15
AUTO/ALC/
DIRECTSTATUSBAND TUNER EDIT
5V 1 A
17 18 2019 21 22
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
! MCACC PRO – Lights when EQ is set to ON in the AUDIO PARAMETER menu (page 80 ).
! FL OFF – Lights when “off” (nothing displayed) is selected with the display’s dimmer adjustment (page 87 ).
! HDMI – Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; lights when the component is connected
(page 34 ).
! iPod iPhone – Lights to indicate iPod/iPhone is connected (page 44 ).
4 Character display
See Display on page 16 .
5 Remote sensor
Receives the signals from the remote control (page 12 ).
3
iPod iPhoneHDMI
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.
6
INPUT
SELECTOR
STANDBY/ON
MASTER
VOLUME
8 AUDIO PARAMETER
Use to access the Audio options (page 80 ).
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 60 ).
10 VIDEO PARAMETER
Use to access the Video options (page 82 ).
11 MULTI-ZONE controls
If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 41 ) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main
zone (page 86 ).
12 SPEAKERS
Use to change the speaker terminal (page 84 ).
13 iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL
Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on the iPod (page 57 ).
14 AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT
Switches between Auto Surround (page 64 ), Auto Level Control and Stream Direct mode (page 65 ).
15 STATUS
Displays the IP address and information such as selected/set functions and the input signal on the display (page
87 ).
16 TUNER controls
! BAND – Switches between AM and FM radio bands (page 60 ).
! TUNER EDIT – Use with TUNE i/j, PRESET k/l and ENTER to memorize and name stations for recall
(page 61 ).
17 HOME MENU
Use to access the Home Menu (pages 54 , 52 , 76 , 96 and 104 ).
18 RETURN
Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.
19 PHONES jack
Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers.
20 MCACC SETUP MIC jack
Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 51 ).
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21 iPod/iPhone terminals
Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone as an audio source (page 44 ), or connect a USB device for audio and
photo playback (page 45 ).
22 HDMI 5 INPUT terminal
Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 46 ).
Controls and displays
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Connecting your equipment .........................................................................................................20
Rear panel ......................................................................................................................................20
Determining the speakers’ application ........................................................................................21
Placing the speakers ...................................................................................................................... 24
Connecting the speakers ...............................................................................................................25
Installing your speaker system ..................................................................................................... 27
About the audio connection ......................................................................................................... 33
About the video converter ...........................................................................................................33
About HDMI ................................................................................................................................... 34
Connecting your TV and playback components .........................................................................34
Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources ............................... 37
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box ........................................................38
Connecting other audio components .......................................................................................... 39
Connecting additional amplifiers ................................................................................................. 39
Connecting AM/FM antennas .......................................................................................................40
MULTI-ZONE setup ........................................................................................................................41
Connecting to the network through LAN interface ...................................................................43
Connecting optional Bluetooth ADAPTER ...................................................................................44
Connecting an iPod........................................................................................................................44
Connecting a USB device ..............................................................................................................45
Connecting an MHL-compatible device ....................................................................................... 45
Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input ...................................... 46
Connecting to a wireless LAN ....................................................................................................... 46
Connecting an IR receiver .............................................................................................................46
Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger ..................................................... 47
Plugging in the receiver ................................................................................................................ 47
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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
(
)
LAN
10/100
DC OUTPUT
2
IN
(
)
DVR/BDR
F WIDE
L
R
RL
for WIRELESS LAN
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.6 A MAX
OUT
SURROUND
AC IN
)
SURROUND BACK
RL
(Single)
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 - 7
1
IN
(
)
DVD
2
IN
(
DVR/
)
BDR
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
RS-232C
OUT 2OUT 1
(CONTROL)
PBY
MONITOR
P
R
OUT
ZONE 2
OUT
AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75
ANTENNA
12V TRIGGER
IR
1
OUT
IN
IN
(
OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX
2
SELECTABLE
ZONE 3
OUT
ZONE 2
SUBWOOFER
1
2
OUT 3
1
IN
(HDZONE)
(
)
DVD
DVR/BDR
SAT/CBL
IN
IN OUT
A AB
RL
SPEAKERS
)
2
BD IN
IN
(
SAT/CBL
VIDEO
1
IN
(CD)
L
AUDIO
R
ASSIGNABLE
FRONTCENTER
3
4
IN
IN
)
(
)
DVR/BDR
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V 0.1 A MAX
PRE OUT
FRONT CENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
TOP MIDDLE
RL
6
7
IN
IN
MHL
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.9 A MAX
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
)
1
2
IN
IN
(
)
(
)
DVD
SAT/CBL
SURROUND SURR BACK
T.MIDDLE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
RL
)
OPTICALCOAXIAL
1
IN
(TV)
Notes
! The RS-232C terminal is exclusively for the installer.
! The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input
Setup menu on page 52 to change the assignments if other connections are used.
Input function
BD
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
HDMI 4 IN 4
HDMI 5
(front panel)
IN 5
HDMI 6 IN 6
HDMI 7/MHL IN 7
TV OPT-1
CD ANALOG-1
Input Terminals
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Determining the speakers’ application
This unit is equipped with speaker terminals for 11 channels, allowing users to select a variety of speaker layouts/
usage patterns according to their tastes. The terminals to which the speakers should be connected differ according to the speaker layout/usage pattern. Select one speaker layout/usage pattern before connecting the speakers.
For instructions on connections, see Installing your speaker system on page 27 .
However, the 5.2 +ZONE 2+ZONE 3 and Multi-ZONE Music settings can be used separately according to the
situation. Normally set this to 5.2 +ZONE 2+ZONE 3 and use this for multi-zone/multi-source playback, and when
using the system for home parties for example, set this to Multi-ZONE Music to associate all zones with the main
zone.
! 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.
! A sound field appropriate to any type of speaker placement can be enjoyed with Dolby Atmos. However, we
recommend a speaker system with ceiling speakers for a better sound field.
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 104 ).
! The speakers from which sound is output can be switched according to the speaker layout/usage pattern
(sound is not necessarily output from all connected speakers). Use the OUT P. button to switch the speakers
from which sound is output. For details, see Switching the speaker terminals on page 84 .
[A] 9.2 channel surround system (Top middle/Front wide) connection
*Default setting
! Speaker System setting: 7.2.2ch TMd/FW
TMdL TMdR
[B] 9.2 channel surround system (Top middle/Front height) connection
! Speaker System setting: 7.2.2ch TMd/FH
TMdL TMdR
FHL
L
SW1
SBL
A 9.2 ch surround system connects the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right
top middle speakers (TMdL/TMdR), 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).
Dolby Enabled Speaker can be used for the top middle speakers (page 24 ).
It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the top middle speakers and the front height speakers.
This surround system produces a more true-to-life sound from above.
The speakers from which sound is output can be switched using the OUT P. button. For details, see Switching
the speaker terminals on page 84 .
FHR
SW2
R
SRSL
SBR
C
[C] 9.2 channel surround system (Top forward/Top backward) connection
! Speaker System setting: 5.2.4ch
TBwL
TFwL
TFwR
TBwR
SW2
FWR
SRSL
SBR
FWL R
L
SBL
A 9.2 ch surround system connects the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right
top middle speakers (TMdL/TMdR), the left and right front wide speakers (FWL/FWR), the left and right surround
speakers (SL/SR), the left and right surround back speakers (SBL/SBR), and the subwoofers (SW 1/SW 2).
Dolby Enabled Speaker can be used for the top middle speakers (page 24 ).
It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the top middle speakers and the front wide speakers.
This surround system produces a more true-to-life sound from above.
The speakers from which sound is output can be switched using the OUT P. button. For details, see Switching
the speaker terminals on page 84 .
C
SW1
SW2
R
SRSL
L
A 9.2 ch surround system connects the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right
top forward speakers (TFwL/TFwR), the left and right top backward speakers (TBwL/TBwR), the left and right surround speakers (SL/SR), and the subwoofers (SW 1/SW 2).
Instead of the top forward speakers and top backward speakers, you can connect top middle speakers. You can
use Speaker Setting to set which speakers are used (page 105 ). Also, Dolby Enabled Speaker can be used for
the top forward speakers, top backward speakers, and top middle speakers (page 24 ).
This surround system produces a more true-to-life sound from above.
C
SW1
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[D] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
! Speaker System setting: 7.2ch + Speaker B
TMdL TMdR
SW2
R
SR
SBRSBL
RL
Speaker B
L
SL
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo
playback of the same sound on the B speakers. The same connections also allow for 9.2-channel surround sound
in the main zone when not using the B speakers.
The speakers from which sound is output can be switched using the OUT P. button. For details, see Switching
the speaker terminals on page 84 .
C
SW1
[E] 7.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality
surround)
! Speaker System setting: 7.2ch + Front Bi-Amp
Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 7.2-channel surround sound.
Front Bi-Amp
[F] 7.2 channel surround system & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
! Speaker System setting: 7.2ch + HDZONE
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo
playback on another component in HDZONE. (The selection of input devices is limited.)
This speaker layout/usage pattern provides 7.2-channel playback using the surround back channels in the main
zone.
Main zone
SW2
R
SRSL
SBRSBL
L RL
C
SW1
HDZONE
Sub zone
[G] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality
surround) & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
! Speaker System setting: 5.2 Bi-Amp+HDZONE
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high
sound quality with 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in
HDZONE. (The selection of input devices is limited.)
Main zone
Front Bi-Amp
HDZONE
Sub zone
SW1
C
SW2
SRSL
SBRSBL
LR
22
SW1
C
SW2
SRSL
LR
RL
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[H-1] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone)
[H-2] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
[H-3] Multi-ZONE Music connection
! [H-1] Speaker System setting: 5.2 +ZONE 2+ZONE 3
! [H-2] Speaker System setting: 5.2 +ZONE 2+HDZONE
! [H-3] Speaker System setting: Multi-ZONE Music
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, ZONE 3 and HDZONE. (The selection of input devices is limited.)
However, the 5.2 +ZONE 2+ZONE 3, 5.2 +ZONE 2+HDZONE and Multi-ZONE Music settings can be used separately according to the situation. Normally set this to 5.2 +ZONE 2+ZONE 3 or 5.2 +ZONE 2+HDZONE and use
this for multi-zone/multi-source playback, and when using the system for home parties for example, set this to
Multi-ZONE Music to associate all zones with the main zone.
Main zone
SW1
C
SW2
SRSL
LR
Sub zone
ZONE 2
RL
ZONE 3 or HDZONE
RL
[I] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection
! Speaker System setting: 5.2ch + SP-B Bi-Amp
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 B speakers can be bi-amped to achieve high quality sound.
The speakers from which sound is output can be switched using the OUT P. button. For details, see Switching
the speaker terminals on page 84 .
Speaker B Bi-Amp
[J] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection
(High quality surround)
! Speaker System setting: 5.2ch F+Surr Bi-Amp
Bi-amping connection of the front and surround speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround
sound.
Front Bi-Amp
LR
C
SW1
Surround Bi-Amp
SW2
SRSL
[K] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Center Bi-amping connection
(High quality surround)
! Speaker System setting: 5.2ch F+C Bi-Amp
Bi-amping connection of the front and center speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround sound.
Front Bi-Amp
C
SW2
SRSL
Center
Bi-Amp
SW1
LR
L
C
SW1
R
LR
SW2
SRSL
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[L] 5.2 channel surround system & Center and Surround Bi-amping
connection (High quality surround)
! Speaker System setting: 5.2ch C+Surr Bi-Amp
Bi-amping connection of the center and surround speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround
sound.
C
SW2
SRSL
Center
Bi-Amp
SW1
LR
Surround Bi-Amp
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 51 .
Dolby Enabled Speaker
Dolby enabled speakers bring a new sense of height and immersion to the listening experience without installation of overhead speakers.
Ceiling
Placing the speakers
Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect.
Listener speaker placement guidelines
Listener speakers, such as Left, Right, Center, Left Surround, and Right Surround, are placed at ear level relative
to the listener position.
2SW 1
FHL
FWL
SL
! 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.
Top speaker placement guidelines
Top speakers, such as Top Forward (TFwL, TFwR), Top Middle (TMdL, TMdR) or Top Backward (TBwL, TBwR),
are placed above the listener position on the ceiling.
Layout as seen from above
TFwL
SW
C
L
30 30
60
120 120
60
SBL
SB
30°
FHR
R
FWR
60
SR
SBR
30°
TFwR
Listener
Dolby Enabled
Speaker
TMdL
TBwL
! All top speaker pairs should preferably be mounted along a vertical line that is a ±30º horizontal from the
center-front reference. However, these speakers may be placed as far as the side walls and anywhere between
the side walls and the middle of the room, if needed.
! We also recommend that the top forward speakers and top backward speakers be installed at a symmetrical
distance from the front and rear of right above, respectively.
TMdR
TBwR
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Layout as seen from the side
TFwL /
TFwR
Height of top speakers
(between two times to three
times the height of the front
listener speakers)
FL / FR
Height of Front
Listener Speakers
! The height of the Top Forward, Top Middle and Top Backward speakers mounted on the ceiling should prefer-
ably be no more than three times the height and no less than two times the height of the front speakers at
listener height.
! The Top Forward, Top Middle and Top Backward speakers should be directed straight down, rather than
directed at a central listener position.
! We recommend that the top middle speakers be installed slightly forward from right above.
30°
TMdL /
TMdR
55°
65° 100°
TBwL /
TBwR
125°
150°
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.
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.
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10 mm (3/8 in.)
Notes
! 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.
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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.
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 righ
High
Low
Bi-amp compatible
speaker
SPEAKERS
A
FRONT CENTER
RL
Bi-amp compatible
RL
speaker
TOP MIDDLE
ront left
High
Low
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.
A
FRONT CENTER
TOP MIDDLE
RL
RL
SPEAKERS
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.
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RL
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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).
[A] 9.2 channel surround system (Top middle/Front wide) connection
! If necessary, select ‘7.2.2ch TMd/FW’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
PRE OUT
FRONTCENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
TOP MIDDLE
RL
SURROUND SURR BACK
T.MIDDLE
F WIDE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
RL
Top middle leftTop middle right
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
L
R
SURROUND
RL
Front leftFront right Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
Front wide leftFront wide right
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
[B] 9.2 channel surround system (Top middle/Front height) connection
! Select ‘7.2.2ch TMd/FH’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
1
2
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
TOP MIDDLE
RL
FRONTCENTER
SURROUND SURR BACK
T.MIDDLE
F WIDE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
RL
Top middle leftTop middle right
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
L
R
SURROUND
RL
Front height leftFront height right
Front leftFront right Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
Surround right
Surround back right Surround back left
Surround left
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Surround right
Surround back right Surround back left
Surround left
03
RL
RL
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[C] 9.2 channel surround system (Top forward/Top backward) connection
! Select ‘5.2.4ch’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.
! When the top forward speakers and top backward speakers are used, there is no sound from the top middle
speakers. When the top middle speakers are used, there is no sound from the top forward speakers and top
backward speakers. You can use Speaker Setting to set which speakers are used (page 105 ).
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
PRE OUT
FRONTCENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
TOP MIDDLE
RL
SURROUND SURR BACK
T.MIDDLE
F WIDE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
RL
Top forward leftTop forward right
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
L
R
SURROUND
RL
Top backward leftTop backward right
Front leftFront right Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
[D] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
! Select ‘7.2ch + Speaker B’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.
T.MIDDLE
F WIDE
Top middle leftTop middle right
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
L
R
SURROUND
RL
Speaker B- left
Front leftFront right Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
B- right
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
1
2
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
TOP MIDDLE
RL
FRONTCENTER
SURROUND SURR BACK
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
RL
Top middle right
Top middle left
Surround leftSurround right
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Surround right
Surround back right Surround back left
Surround left
03
RL
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[E] 7.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality
surround)
! Select ‘7.2ch + Front Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.
Bi-amp compatible speaker
Front right
High
LINE LEVEL
Low
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
INPUT
PRE OUT
FRONTCENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
TOP MIDDLE
RL
Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
SURROUND SURR BACK
RL
T.MIDDLE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
F WIDE
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
L
R
RL
Bi-amp compatible speaker
SURROUND
Front left
High
Low
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
[F] 7.2 channel surround system & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
! Select ‘7.2ch + HDZONE’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.
HDZONE - leftHDZONE - right
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
T.MIDDLE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
Front leftFront right
F WIDE
Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
PRE OUT
FRONTCENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
TOP MIDDLE
RL
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
SURROUND SURR BACK
RL
L
R
SURROUND
RL
Surround right
Surround back right Surround back left
Surround left
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Surround right
Surround back right Surround back left
Surround left
03
RL
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[G] 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality
surround) & HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
! Select ‘5.2 Bi-Amp+HDZONE’ from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
Bi-amp compatible speaker
Front right
High
LINE LEVEL
Low
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
INPUT
PRE OUT
FRONTCENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
TOP MIDDLE
RL
Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
SURROUND SURR BACK
RL
T.MIDDLE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
F WIDE
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
L
R
RL
Bi-amp compatible speaker
SURROUND
Front left
High
Low
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
[H-1] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone)
[H-2] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/HDZONE connection (Multi Zone)
[H-3] Multi-ZONE Music connection
See Speaker system setting on page 104 to do this.
! [H-1] Speaker System setting: 5.2 +ZONE 2+ZONE 3
! [H-2] Speaker System setting: 5.2 +ZONE 2+HDZONE
! [H-3] Speaker System setting: Multi-ZONE Music
HDZONE - leftHDZONE - right
ZONE 3 - leftZONE 3 - right
SURROUND BACK
(Single)
T.MIDDLE
(Single)
FRONT WIDE /
Front leftFr ont right
F WIDE
Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
PRE OUT
FRONTCENTER
SUBWOOFER
1
2
A AB
FRONT CENTER
RL
TOP MIDDLE
RL
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
SURROUND SURR BACK
RL
L
R
SURROUND
RL
Surround left HDZONE - right HDZONE - leftSurround right
Surround left ZONE 2 - right ZONE 2 - leftSurround right
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