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Pioneer VSX-30, VSX-31 Operating Instruction

audio/video multi-channel receiver
WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.
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WARNING
Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully.
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V or 120 V) written on the rear panel.
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.
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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).
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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.
Wash hands after handling.
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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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Information to User
Alterations or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment.
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NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. — Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. — Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
Model Number: VSX-31 / VSX-30 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. SERVICE SUPPORT DIVISION Address: 1925 E. DOMINGUEZ ST. LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1003, U.S.A. Phone: 1-800-421-1404 URL: http://www.pioneerelectronics.com
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IMPORTANT
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
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.
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) 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.
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the power cord from being walked on or
Protect pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 40 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 20 cm at each side).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light)
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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.
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.
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WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
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).
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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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

Contents

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01 Before you start
Checking what’s in the box Installing the receiver Loading the batteries
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02 Controls and displays
Front panel Display Remote control
Operating range of remote control unit
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03 Connecting your equipment
Rear panel Determining the speakers’ application
Other speaker connections Placing the speakers
Some tips for improving sound quality Connecting the speakers Installing your speaker system
Bi-amping your speakers
Bi-wiring your speakers Selecting the Speaker system
Front height setup
Front wide setup
Speaker B setup
Bi-Amping setup
ZONE 2 setup About the audio connection About the video converter Connecting your TV and playback components
Connecting using HDMI
Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI
output
Connecting your TV with no HDMI input Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box Connecting a HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sources Connecting other audio components
About the WMA9 Pro decoder Connecting AM/FM antennas
Connecting external antennas MULTI-ZONE setup
Making MULTI-ZONE connections Connecting Optional Bluetooth ADAPTER
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Connecting a SiriusConnect™ Tuner Connecting to the network through LAN interface Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input Connecting to the front panel video terminal Connecting an iPod Connecting a USB device Connecting a USB device for Advanced MCACC output Connecting an IR receiver Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger Plugging in the receiver
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04 Basic Setup
Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Auto MCACC
Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup
The Input Setup menu
Input function default and possible settings
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05 Basic playback
Playing a source
Playing a source with HDMI connection
Playing an iPod
Playing back files stored on an iPod
Playing a USB device
Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory device Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device About playable file formats
Listening to the radio
Improving FM sound Using Neural Surround Tuning directly to a station Saving station presets Naming station presets Listening to station presets
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Bluetooth
Enjoyment of Music
Listening to Internet radio stations
Listening to Satellite Radio
® ADAPTER for Wireless
Wireless music play Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device Listening to music contents of a Bluetooth wireless technology device with your system
Programming the Internet radio stations
Listening to SIRIUS Radio Saving channel presets Using the SIRIUS Menu
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06 Listening to your system
Auto playback Listening in surround sound
Standard surround sound
Using the Advanced surround effects Listening in stereo Using Front Stage Surround Advance Using Stream Direct Selecting MCACC presets Choosing the input signal Better sound using Phase Control
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07 Control with HDMI function
Making Control with HDMI connections HDMI Setup Before using synchronization About synchronized operations
About connections with a product of
a different brand that supports the Control
with HDMI function Setting the PQLS function Cautions on the Control with HDMI function
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08 Using other functions
Setting the Audio options Setting the Video options Switching the speaker terminals Using the MULTI-ZONE controls Making an audio or a video recording Reducing the level of an analog signal Using the sleep timer Dimming the display Checking your system settings Resetting the system
Default system settings
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09 Controlling the rest of your system
Operating multiple receivers Setting the remote to control other components Selecting preset codes directly Programming signals from other remote controls Erasing one of the remote control button settings Resetting the input assignment of one of the input function buttons Direct function Multi operation and System off
Programming a Multi operation or a shutdown sequence Using multi operations Using System off Erasing all the settings for the multi-operation
Resetting the remote control presets
Default preset codes
Controlling components
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10 The Advanced MCACC menu
Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu Automatic MCACC (Expert) Manual MCACC setup
Fine Channel Level Fine Speaker Distance Standing Wave Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional
Checking MCACC Data
Speaker Setting Channel Level Speaker Distance Standing Wave Acoustic Cal EQ Output MCACC data
Data Management
Renaming MCACC presets Copying MCACC preset data Clearing MCACC presets
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11 The System Setup and Other Setup menus
Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu Manual speaker setup
Speaker system setting Speaker Setting Channel Level Speaker Distance X-Curve
Network Setup menu
IP address/Proxy setting Checking the MAC address
The Other Setup menu
Volume Setup Remote Control Mode Setup Flicker Reduction Setup
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12 Additional information
Troubleshooting
Power No sound Other audio problems Video Settings Professional Calibration EQ graphical output Display Remote control HDMI Important information regarding the HDMI connection USB interface ADAPTER PORT Internet radio
SIRIUS radio messages About SIRIUS About iPod Surround sound formats
Dolby
DTS
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Windows Media Audio 9 Professional Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats Preset code list Specifications Cleaning the unit
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Flow of settings on the receiver

The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used easily after following the procedure below to make the connections and settings.
The colors of the steps indicate the following:
Required setting item
Setting to be made as necessary
1

Before you start

• Checking what’s in the box (page 8)
• Loading the batteries (page 8)
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Determining the speakers’ application (page 17)

• 9.1 channel surround system (Front height)
• 9.1 channel surround system (Front wide)
• 7.1 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
• 5.1 channel surround system & Front Bi­amping connection (High quality surround)
• 5.1 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)
• Some tips for improving sound quality (page
19)
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Connecting the speakers

• Connecting the speakers (page 20)
• Installing your speaker system (page 21)
• Bi-amping your speakers (page 22)
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Connecting the components

• About the audio connection (page 24)
• About the video converter (page 24)
• Connecting your TV and playback components (page 25)
• Connecting AM/FM antennas (page 31)
• Plugging in the receiver (page 40)
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Power On

6

Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 41)

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MCACC speaker settings

• Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Auto MCACC (page 41)
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The Input Setup menu (page 44)

(When using connections other than the recommended connections)
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Basic playback (page 46)

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Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired

•Using the various listening modes
• Better sound using Phase Control (page 66)
• Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 91)
• Changing the channel level while listening (Tip on page 107)
• Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Sound retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 72)
• Setting the PQLS function (page 70)
• Setting the Audio options (Tone, Loudness or Sound delay, etc.) (page 72)
• Setting the Video options (page 75)
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Other optional adjustments and settings

• HDMI Setup (page 68)
• The Advanced MCACC menu (page 90)
• The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 104)
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Making maximum use of the remote control

• Operating multiple receivers (page 81)
• Setting the remote to control other components (page 81)
• Programming signals from other remote controls (page 82)
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Chapter 1:

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
• Warranty card
• These operating instructions

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.

CAUTION

Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:
• Never use new and old batteries together.
• Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according to the marks in the battery case.
• Batteries with the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in your country or area.
• WARNING Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It ca n also red uce the life or performance of batteries.
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SPEAKERS

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT STEREO STANDARD
LISTENING MODE
ADV SURROUND DIRECT CONTROL
iPod iPhone
CONTROL ON/OFFMULTI-ZONE
PQLS HDMI BAND TUNER EDITiPhone
iPod
MCACC
ADVANCED
TUNE
TUNE
PRESET PRESET
ENTER
PHONES
INPUT SELECTOR
STANDBY/ON
PHASE
CONTROL
MASTER VOLUME
MCACC
SETUP MIC
VSX
-31
VIDEO CAMERA
iPod
iPhone
USB HDMI 5
MCACC
SETUP MIC
VIDEO 2 INPUT
AUDIOLRVIDEO
iPod
iPhone
USB
12 73 5 8
10
11 1412 13
14 16 13
15
49
6
VSX-31
VSX-30
Chapter 2:

Controls and displays

Front panel

1
INPUT SELECTOR
Select an input function.
2
STANDBY/ON
Switches the receiver between on and standby.
3
SPEAKERS
See Switching the speaker terminals on page 77.

4 Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of remote control unit on page 14).
dial
5
MULTI-ZONE
If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTI-ZONE setup on page 32) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (see Using the MULTI-ZONE controls on page 77).

6 Character display

See Display on page 11.

7Indicators

ADVANCED MCACC
set to
ON
PQLS – Lights when the PQLS feature is
active (page 70). HDMI – Blinks when connecting an HDMI-
equipped component; lights when the component is connected (page 25).
controls
– Lights when EQ is
in the
AUDIO PARAMETER
menu.
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iPod/iPhone – Lights to indicate iPod/ iPhone is connected (page 47).

8 Tuner controls

BAND – Switches between the AM and FM
radio bands (page 52).
TUNER EDIT – PRESET /
name stations for recall TUNE / –
(page 52) PRESET / – Find preset stations
(page 52).
9
MASTER VOLUME
10
PHONES
Connect the headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers.

11 Listening mode buttons

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Switches between
Auto Surround (page 61), Auto Level Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 64).
STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 64).
STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch between the various 2 Pro Logic IIx and Neo:6 options (page 61).
ADV SURROUND – Switch between the various surround modes (page 63).
12

iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL

Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on the iPod (page 48).
13
MCACC SETUP MIC
Connect the supplied microphone (page 41).
14
iPod/iPhone/USB
Connect your Apple iPod as an audio and video source, or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 36, 37).
Use with
and
ENTER
Find radio frequencies
.
dial
jack
jack
terminals
TUNE /
to memorize and
(page 52)
,
.
15
VSX-31 only:
Use for connection to compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.)(page 35).
16
VSX-30 only:
Use to connect your portable equipment such as camcorders, video games and portable audio/video equipment (page 35).
HDMI input connector
VIDEO 2 INPUT terminals
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PCM
HDMI
DIGITAL
ANALOG
L C R SL SR XL XR
XC
LFE
AUTO
DIGITAL PLUS
AUTO SURROUND STREAM DIRECT
PROLOGIC x
Neo:6
ADV.SURROUND STEREO STANDARD SP AB
SLEEP
DSD PCM
DTS HD ES 96/24
MSTR
S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX
OVER
MONO
dB
2

MULTI-ZONE

STEREO
TrueHD WMA9Pro
TUNED
ALC
ATT
2
2
USB
VIDEO
TV
DVD
HDMI
DVR
BD
CD
TUNER
SIRIUS
CD-R
iPod
[ 2 ]
[ 3 ]
[ 4 ]
21 3 9754 108 11 12 13
18 1915 16 17
14
7
6

Display

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 65).

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.
TrueHD
– Lights with Dolby TrueHD decoding.
– Lights with DTS decoding.
2 DIGITAL PLUS – Lights with Dolby Digital Plus decoding.
2
DTS DTS HD – Lights with DTS-HD decoding. 96/24 – Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding. WMA9 Pro – Lights to indicate that a WMA9 Pro
signal is being decoded. DSD PCM – Light during DSD (Direct Stream Digital) to PCM conversion with SACDs.
PCM – Lights during playback of PCM signals. MSTR – Lights during playback of DTS-HD
Master Audio signal.
(( ))
4
MULTI-ZONE
Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 77).
5

SOUND

Lights when any of the Midnight, Loudness or tone controls feature is selected (page 72). Lights when Dialog Enhancement is switched on.
6

S.RTRV

Lights when the Sound Retriever function is active (page 73).

7 Listening mode indicators

AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto
Surround feature is switched on (page 61). ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level
control) mode is selected (page 64). STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/
Pure Direct is selected (page 64). ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the
Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 63).
STEREO – Lights when stereo listening is switched on (page 63).
STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 61).

8 (PHASE CONTROL)

Lights when Phase Control is switched on (page 66).
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9 Analog signal indicators

Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog signal (page 79).

10 Tuner indicators

TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being
received. STEREO –
is being received in auto stereo mode. MONO – Lights when the mono mode is
set using MPX.
11
Lights when the sound is muted (page 14).

12 Master volume level

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

13 Input function indicators

Light to indicate the input function you have selected.

14 Scroll indicators

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

15 Speaker indicators

Indicates the speaker terminal, A and/or B, to which audio signal output is currently set (page 77).
16

SLEEP

Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 79).

17 Matrix decoding format indicators

2PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding
(page 61). Neo:6 – When one of the Neo:6 modes of
the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (page 61).

18 Character display

Displays various system information.
Lights when a stereo FM broadcast

19 Remote control mode indicator

Lights to indicate the receiver’s remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to 1.) (page 81)
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RECEIVER
LISTENING MODE
AUTO / ALC /
DIRECT
STEREO
D.ACCESS
CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER
SIGNAL SEL
S.RETRIEVER
MCACC SLEEP
MIDNIGHT
TV
/
DTV MPX PQLS
PHASE
CTRL STATUS
PGM
iPod CTRL
HOME MENU
TUNE
TUNE
TOOLS
LIST
CH
TV CONTROL
INPUT
INPUT
SELECT ZONE 2
iPod
USB TUNER SIRIUS TV CTRL
ADAPTERNET RADIO
CDTV
BD DVD
R.SETUP
SOURCERECEIVER
MULTI OPERATION
DVR/BDR HDMI
RECEIVER
MUTE
MASTER VOLUME
VOL
PRESET
TOP MENU
BAND GUIDE
T.EDIT
VIDEO
PARAMETER
AUDIO
PARAMETER
ENTER
PRESET
RETURN
CATEGORY
MEMORY MENU
AUDIO
INFO
CLASS
ENTER
DISP
HDD DVD
546
8
0
79
213
/ CLR
CH
STANDARD ADV SURR
1 2
3
4
8
9
5
6
7
10
11
12
13
14

Remote control

This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver.
The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to component control using the following system:
• White – Receiver control, TV control
• Blue – Other controls (See page 47, 49, 52,
54, 56, 58 and 87.)
1 RECEIVER
This switches between standby and on for this receiver.
2
MULTI OPERATION – Use to perform multi
operations (page 85). R.SETUP – Use to input the preset code
when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 81).

3 Input function buttons

Press to select control of other components (page 81).
4

ZONE 2

Switch to perform operations in the sub zone (page 78).
5
TV CONTROL
buttons
These buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV CTRL button.
– Turn on/off the power of the TV.
INPUT – Select the TV input signal. CH +/– – Select channels. VOL +/– – Adjust the volume on your TV.

6 Receiver controls

Press first to access:
RECEIVER
AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the Audio options (page 72).
VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the Video options (page 75).
HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 41, 44, 68, 90, 104 and 110).
RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen.
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RECEIVER
7 m (23 ft.)
30°
30°
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///, ENTER
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (page 90) and the Audio or Video options (page 72 or 75).

8 Receiver controls

Press first to access:
RECEIVER
PHASE CTRL – S wi tch on /o ff Ph as e C on tr ol (page 66).
STATUS – Check selected receiver settings (page 79).
PQLS – Select the PQLS setting (page 70). S.RETRIEVER – Press to restore CD quality
sound to compressed audio sources (page 73).
MIDNIGHT – Switches to Midnight or Loudness listening (page 72).
SIGNAL SEL – Select an input signal (page 65).
MCACC – Switch between MCACC presets (page 65).
SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep mo de a nd se lec t th e amo unt of ti me b efo re sleep (page 79).
CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use / to adjust the level (page 107).
A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog input signal to prevent distortion (page 79).
DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display (page 79).

9 LISTENING MODE controls

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT –
Auto Surround Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 64).
STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 64).
STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch between the various 2 Pro Logic IIx and Neo:6 options (page 61).
Switches between
(page 61)
, Auto Level
ADV SURR – Switch between the various surround modes (page 63).

10 Remote control LED

Lights when a command is sent from the remote control (page 81).
11

TV CTRL

Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer when controlling TV (page 82).
12
Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands (SIGNAL SEL, etc.)).
Switch to perform operations in the main zone. Also use to set up surround sound.
13
MASTER VOLUME +/–
Set the listening volume.
14

MUTE

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

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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HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
PB
PR
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
(
DVD
)
(
DVR/BDR
)
(
DVD
)
Y
P
B
PR
Y
P
B
PR
Y
L
R
R
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/
LR LR L
RL
ZONE 2
OUT
DVR/BDR
DVD
OUT IN
CD-R/TAPE
OUT ININ
CD IN
TV/SATINVIDEO
IN
(
DVR/BDR
)
(
OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX
)
(CD)
(
Single
)
SUBWOOFER
(
TV/SAT
)
AM LOOP
FM UNBAL 75
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
PRE OUT
ANTENNA
OPTICAL
SIRIUS
ADAPTER PORT
VIDEO
RS-232C
IR CONTROL
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
MONITOR
OUT
LAN
COAXIAL
BD IN IN IN IN IN
OUT
(
10/100
)
IN
IN
1IN2
1
IN
1
IN
2
1 4
2 3 4
IN
1
A
IN
2
B
IN
OUTINOUT
AC IN
(
OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 50 mA MAX
)
12
12 V TRIGGER
VSX-31
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
PB
PR
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
(
DVD
)
(
DVR/BDR
)
(
DVD
)
Y
P
B
PR
Y
P
B
PR
Y
L
R
R
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/
LR LR L
RL
ZONE 2
OUT
DVR/BDR
DVD
OUT IN
CD-R/TAPE
OUT ININ
CD IN
TV/SATINVIDEO 1
IN
(
DVR/BDR
)
(
OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX
)
(
Single
)
SUBWOOFER
(
TV/SAT
)
AM LOOP
FM UNBAL 75
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
PRE OUT
ANTENNA
OPTICAL
SIRIUS
ADAPTER PORT
VIDEO
IR CONTROL
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
MONITOR
OUT
LAN
COAXIAL
BD IN IN IN IN
OUT
(
10/100
)
IN
IN
1
1
IN
1
IN
2
1 3
2 3
IN
1
A
IN
2
B
IN
OUTINOUT
AC IN
RS-232C
(
OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 50 mA MAX
)
12
12 V TRIGGER
VSX-30
Chapter 3:

Connecting your equipment

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

Important

• Illustration shows the VSX-31, however connections for the VSX-30 are the same except where noted.

Rear panel

This
• The RS-232C terminal is exclusively for the installer.

Note

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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.

Important

• The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input Setup menu on page 44 to change the assignments if other connections are used.
Input function
DVD COAX-1 IN 1
BD (BD)
TV/SAT OPT-1
DVR/BDR OPT-2 IN 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
a
HDMI 4
a
HDMI 5
(front panel)
CD COAX-2
a. VSX-31 only
Input Terminals
Digital HDMI
(HDMI-1)
(HDMI-2)
(HDMI-3)
(HDMI-4)
(HDMI-5)
a
Component
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FWR
FWL
SL
L
SW
C
R
SR
SBL
SBR
Speaker B

Determining the speakers’ application

This unit permits you to build various surround systems, in accordance with the number of speakers you have.
• Be sure to connect speakers to the front
left and right channels (L and R).
• It is also possible to only connect one of the
surround back speakers (SB) or neither.
Choose one from Plans [A] to [E] below.

[A] 9.1 channel surround system (Front height)

*Default setting
• Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FH)
FHR
FHL
L
SW
SL
A 9.1 ch surround system connects the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right front height speakers (FHL/FHR), the left and right surround speakers (SL/SR), the left and right surround back speakers (SBL/SBR), and the subwoofer (SW).
This surround system produces a more true-to­life sound from above.
R
C
SBL
SR
SBR

[B] 9.1 channel surround system (Front wide)

•
Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FW)
This plan replaces the left and right front height speakers shown in [A] with the left and right front wide speakers (FWL/FWR).
This surround system produces a true-to-life sound over a wider area.

[C] 7.1 channel surround system & Speaker B connection

• Speaker System setting: Speaker B
R
L
SW
SL
C
SBL
SR
SBR
R
L
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback of the same sound on the B speakers. The same connections also allow for 7.1-channel surround sound in the main zone when not using the B speakers.
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L
R
SL
SW
C
SR
Front Bi-Amp
ZONE 2
Main zone
Sub zone

[D] 5.1 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 5.1-channel surround sound.

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

• Speaker System setting: ZONE 2
With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2 (The selection of input devices is limited).
Important
•The Speaker System setting must be
made if you use any of the connections shown above other than [A] (see Speaker system setting on page 105).
• Sound does not come through simultaneously from the front height, front wide, speaker B and surround back speakers. Output speakers are different depending on the input signal or listening mode.

Other speaker connections

• Your favorite speaker connections can be selected even if you have fewer than 5.1 speakers (except front left/right speakers).
• When not connecting a subwoofer, connect speakers with low frequency reproduction capabilities to the front channel. (The subwoofer’s low frequency component is played from the front speakers, so the speakers could be damaged.)
• After connecting, be sure to conduct
the Auto MCACC (speaker environment setting) procedure.
See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Auto MCACC on page 41.
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L
C
SW
SR
SL
L
R
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L
SW
C
FHL
FWL
SL
SBL
SBR
SB
SR
FWR
R
FHR
30 30
60
60
60
120 120

Placing the speakers

Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect.
• 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 1 m (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 sufficient distance from your CRT TV.
• If you’re using a center speaker, place the front speakers at a wider angle. If not, place them at a narrower angle.
• 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 speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect.
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10 mm (3/8 in.)
10 mm (3/8 in.)

Connecting the speakers

Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Make sure to match these up with the terminals on the speakers themselves.

CAUTION

• These speaker terminals carry
HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts.
• Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If any of the bare speaker wire touches the back panel it may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.

Bare wire connections

A-Speaker terminals:
1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire. 3 Tighten terminal.

Banana plug connections

(A-Speaker terminals only)
If you want to use speaker cables terminated with banana plugs, screw the speaker terminal fully shut, then plug the banana plug into the end of the speaker terminal.
Important
• Please refer to the manual that came with your speakers for details on how to connect the other end of the speaker cables to your speakers.
• Use an RCA cable to connect the subwoofer. It is not possible to connect using speaker cables.
CAUTION
• Make sure that all speakers are securely installed. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of damage or injury resulting from speakers being knocked over or falling in the event of external shocks such as earthquakes.
B-Speaker terminals:
1 Twist exposed wire strands together.
2 Push open the tabs and insert exposed wire.
3 Release the tabs.
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Front left
Subwoofer
Center
Surround right
Surround back left
Surround back right
Front right
Surround left
7.1 ch surround setting
Not connected
Surround back
6.1 ch surround setting
Not connected
5.1 ch surround setting
Not connected
Speaker B - left
Speaker B - right
Speaker B setting
Front wide left
Front wide right
Front height left
Front height setting
Front height right
The front height terminals can also be used for the front wide and Speaker B speakers.
Front wide setting
ZONE 2 setting
ZONE 2 - left
ZONE 2 - right
The surround back terminals can also be used for ZONE2.
VSX-31

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).
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
1
BD IN IN IN IN IN
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 4
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
OUT
IN
(
DVR/BDR
Y
P
PR
VIDEO
RS-232C
AUDIO
2
)
L
B
R
COMPONENT VIDEO
1
IN
(
)
DVD
Y
PB
PR
Y
B
P
PR
2 3 4
ZONE 2
DVR/BDR
DVD
TV/SATINVIDEO
OUT IN
OUT
12 V TRIGGER
(
OUTPUT 12 V
IR CONTROL
)
TOTAL 50 mA MAX
IN
OUTINOUT
12
OUT
LAN
(
10/100
CD
CD-R/TAPE
OUT ININ
IN
IN
R
)
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
ASSIGNABLE
COAXIAL
IN
(
DVD
1IN2
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
IN
IN
1
2
ADAPTER PORT
(
(CD)
(
TV/SAT
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
(
)
DVR/BDR
AM LOOP
A
OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX
)
FM UNBAL 75
SURROUND BACK
)
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
LR LR L
SIRIUS
)
IN
(
)
Single
FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/
RL
SPEAKERS
B
AC IN
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HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
P
B
P
R
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
ASSIGNABLE
(
DVD
)
(
DVR/BDR
)
(
DVD
)
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
L
R
R
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/
LR LR L
RL
ZONE 2
OUT
DVR/BDR
DVD
OUT IN
CD-R/TAPE
OUT ININ
CD IN
TV/SATINVIDEO
IN
(
DVR/BDR
)
(
OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX
)
(CD)
(
Single
)
(
TV/SAT
)
AM LOOP
FM UNBAL 75
COMPONENT VIDEO
AUDIO
PRE OUT
ANTENNA
OPTICAL
SIRIUS
ADAPTER PORT
VIDEO
RS-232C
IR CONTROL
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
MONITOR
OUT
LAN
COAXIAL
BD IN IN IN IN IN
OUT
(
10/100
)
IN
IN
1IN2
1
IN
1
IN
2
1 4
2 3 4
IN
1
A
IN
2
B
IN
OUTINOUT
AC IN
(
OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 50 mA MAX
)
12
12 V TRIGGER
SUBWOOFER
High
Low
High
Low
Front left
Subwoofer
Center
Surround right
Front right
Surround left
Bi-amp compatible
speaker
Bi-amp compatible speaker
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Bi-amping your speakers

Bi-amping is when you connect the high frequency driver and low frequency driver of your speakers to different amplifiers for better crossover performance. Your speakers must be bi-ampable to do this (having separate terminals for high and low) and the sound improvement will depend on the kind of speakers you’re using.
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 bi­amping the speakers or you could severely damage the amplifier. See your speaker
• If your speakers have a removable
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manual for more information.
crossover network, make sure you do not remove it for bi-amping. Doing so may damage your speakers.

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.
• 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.
• Don’t connect different speakers from the
• When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions
CAUTION
same terminal in this way.
for bi-amping shown at the left.
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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 bi­amping 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 Connecting the speakers on page 20.
2 If necessary, select ‘ the
Speaker System
See Speaker system setting on page 105 to do this.

Front wide setup

1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.
See Connecting the speakers on page 20.
2 Select ‘ Speaker System
See Speaker system setting on page 105 to do this.
Normal(SB/FW)

Speaker B setup

You can listen to stereo playback in another room.
1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.
See Connecting the speakers on page 20.
2 Select ‘ System
See Speaker system setting on page 105 to do this.
Speaker B
menu.
menu.
menu.
’ from the
Normal(SB/FH)
’ from the
Speaker
’ from

Bi-Amping setup

Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 5.1-channel surround sound.
1 Connect a Bi-amp compatible speakers to the front and surround back speaker terminals.
See Bi-amping your speakers on page 22.
2 Select ‘ System
See Speaker system setting on page 105 to do this.
Front Bi-Amp
menu.
’ from the
Speaker

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 Connecting the speakers on page 20.
2 Select ‘ menu.
See Speaker system setting on page 105 to do this.
ZONE 2
’ from the
Speaker System
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Note
High picture quality
Terminal for
connection with
source device
Terminal for
connection with TV
monitor
Video signals can be output
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
About the
audio connection
There are several types of audio input and output terminals on this receiver. The receiver selects the first available signal in the following order when you choose
Types of cables and
AUTO
terminals
as the input signal:
Transferable audio signals

HDMI HD audio

Digital (Coaxial) Conventional

digital audio

Digital (Optical)

Sound signal priority

RCA (Analog)

(White/Red)

Conventional analog audio

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

About the video converter

The video converter ensures that all video sources are output through all of the MONITOR OUT jacks. The only exception is HDMI: since this resolution cannot be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the receiver’s HDMI video outputs when connecting this video source.
If several video components are assigned to the same input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 44), the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, then composite (in that order).
HDMI IN
P
P
B
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
R
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
MONITOR OUT
Y
COMPONENT
HDMI OUT
P
B
VIDEO
1
P
R

CAUTION

• When connecting optical cables, be careful when inserting the plug not to damage the shutter protecting the optical socket.
• When storing optical cable, coil loosely. The cable may be damaged if bent around sharp corners.
1 • If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display.
Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be converted. In this case, try switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the Video options on page 75) 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 signal cannot be converted.
• Only signals with an input resolution of 480i/576i can be converted from the component video input for the
composite MONITOR OUT terminals.
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T
A
RS-232C
(
OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 50 mA MAX
)
12
12 V TRIGGER
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT HDMI OUT
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
ANALOG
RL
AUDIO OUT
Other HDMI/DVI­equipped component
HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray disc player
HDMI/DVI-compatible TV
Select one
This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver.
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Connecting your TV and playback components

Connecting using HDMI
If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component (BD: Blu-ray disc player, 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 function, the convenient Control with HDMI functions can be used (see Control with HDMI function on page 67).
1
IN
(
DVR/BDR
VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
2
AUDIO
)
L
R
ZONE 2
2 3 4
DVR/BDR
OUT IN
OUT
BD IN IN IN IN IN
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 4
COMPONENT VIDEO
ASSIGNABLE
1
IN
(
)
DVD
Y
P
B
P
R
MONITOR
OUT
Y
P
B
P
R
• For input components, connections other than HDMI connections are also possible (see Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output on page 27).
• If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables.
IN
DVD
TV/SATINVIDEO
IR CONTROL
OUTINOUT
OUT
LAN
(
10/100
CD
CD-R/TAPE OUT ININ
IN
IN
R
ASSIGNABLE
COAXIAL
)
IN
1IN2
(
)
DVD
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
LR
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
IN
IN
1
2
(
(CD)
(
)
DVR/BDR
TV/SAT
ANTENNA
AM LOOP
A
SPEAKERS
(
OUTPU
)
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Note
About HDMI
1
The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed digital video, as well as almost every kind of digital audio that the connected component is compatible with, including DVD­Video, DVD-Audio, SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio (see below for limitations), Video CD/Super VCD and CD. See About the video converter on page 24 for more on HDMI compatibility.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI
This receiver supports the functions described below through HDMI connections.
®
) technology.
2
• 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
3
3
3
• 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:
4
– 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 function on page 67).
HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or regi ste re d trad em ark s of HDM I L ice nsi ng, LLC in the United States and other countries.
“x.v.Color” and x.v.Color logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
1 • An HDMI connection can only be made with DVI-equipped components compatible with both DVI and High
Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). If you choose to connect to a DVI connector, you will need a separate adaptor (DVIHDMI) 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,
•
these formats, however, make sure that the component connected to this receiver also supports the corresponding format.
2 • 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.
3 Signal transfer is only possible when connected to a compatible component. 4 • HDMI format digital audio transmissions require a longer time to be recognized. Due to this, interruption in the
audio may occur when switching between audio formats or beginning playback.
• Turning on/off the device connected to this unit's HDMI OUT terminal during playback, or disconnecting/
connecting the HDMI cable during playback, may cause noise or interrupted audio.
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD
and
DTS-HD Master Audio
. To take advantage of
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L
5
D
RS-232C
(
OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 50 mA MAX
)
12
12 V TRIGGER
HDMI IN
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
ANALOG
RL
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
PR
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
ANALOG
RL
AUDIO OUT
DVD player etc.
HDMI/DVI-compatible TV
Select one
Select one
Select one
This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver.
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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.
ASSIGNABLE
LAN
COAXIAL
(
)
10/100
IN
1IN2
(
)
DVD
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
CD
CD-R/TAPE
OUT ININ
IN
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
LR
R
(CD)
IN
1
(
TV/SAT
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
IN
2
A
(
OUTPUT
(
)
)
DVR/BDR
AM LOOP
F
A
1
IN
(
DVR/BDR
P
P
VIDEO
2
Y
B
R
AUDIO
)
L
R
ZONE 2
2 3 4
DVR/BDR
OUT IN
OUT
DVD
TV/SATINVIDEO
IR CONTROL
IN
OUTINOUT
OUT
IN
BD IN IN IN IN IN
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 4
COMPONENT VIDEO
ASSIGNABLE
1
IN
(
)
DVD
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
B
P
P
R
MONITOR
OUT
• If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables.
• If the connection was made using an optical cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the DVD player to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44).
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U
DVD player etc.
TV
Select one
Select one
Select one
Select one
This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver.
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Connecting your TV with no HDMI input
This diagram shows connections of a TV (with no HDMI input) and DVD player (or other playback component) to the receiver.
• With these connections, the picture is not output to the TV even if the DVD player is connected with an HDMI cable. Connect the DVD player’s video signals using a composite or component cord.
• If the connection was made using an optical cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
PR
B
P
VIDEO OUT
Y
HDMI OUT
AUDIO OUT
ANALOG
RL
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
digital input you connected the DVD player to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44).
1
BD IN IN IN IN IN
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 4
COMPONENT VIDEO
1
IN
(
)
DVD
Y
PB
PR
Y
P
B
PR
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
AUDIO
2
IN
(
)
DVR/BDR
L
Y
R
P
B
PR
OUT
VIDEO
RS-232C
PR
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
2 3 4
ZONE 2
OUT IN
OUT
12 V TRIGGER
(
OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 50 mA MAX
12
B
P
DVR/BDR
)
Y
DVD
IR CONTROL
IN
OUTINOUT
VIDEO IN
TV/SATINVIDEO
OUT
CD IN
IN
ASSIGNABLE
LAN
COAXIAL
(
)
10/100
IN
1IN2
IN
(
)
(CD)
(
DVD
TV/SAT
PRE OUT
ANTENNA
SUBWOOFER
CD-R/TAPE OUT ININ
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
LR
R
SPEAKERS
RL
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
IN
1
2
(
OUTP
(
)
)
DVR/BDR
AM LOOP
A
• Connect using an HDMI cable to listen to HD audio on the receiver. Do not use an HDMI cable to input video signals. Depending on the video component, it may not be possible to output signals connected by HDMI and other methods simultaneously, and it may be necessary to make output settings.
Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your component for more information.
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U
X
R
STB
Select one
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E
P
ANALOG
RL
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
ANALOG
RL
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
Select one
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HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc.

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’.
ASSIGNABLE
COAXIAL
LAN
(
)
10/100
IN1IN
(
)
(CD)
DVD
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
CD-R/TAPE OUT ININ
IN
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
R
LR LR
RL
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
2
2 3 4
IN IN
DVR/BDR
DVD
OUT IN
IGGER
12 V
IR CONTROL
)
mA MAX
IN
OUTINOUT
2
TV/SATINVIDEO
VIDEO OUT
OUT
CD
IN
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
IN
IN
1
2
(
OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MA
(
)
(
)
DVR/BDR
TV/SAT
ANTENNA
AM LOOP
A
SPEAKERS
COAXIAL OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
ADAPTER PO
FM UNBAL 75
SURRO

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

This receiver has two sets of audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video devices, including HDD/DVD recorders and BD recorders.
122 3 4
IN IN IN IN
AUDIO
)
R/BDR
L
R
B
ZONE 2
DVR/BDR
OUT IN
OUT
R
EO
12 V TRIGGER
(
OUTPUT 12 V
)
TOTAL 50 mA MAX
-232C
12
DVD
TV/SATINVIDEO
IR CONTROL
IN
OUTINOUT
OUT
IN
ASSIGNABLE
LAN
COAXIAL
(
)
10/100
IN
1IN2
(
)
(CD)
DVD
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
CD
CD-R/TAPE OUT ININ
IN
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
R
LR
IN
1
(
TV/SAT
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABL
IN
2
(
)
)
DVR/BDR
AM LOOP
A
(
OUT
• If the connection was made using a coaxial cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44).
• If the connection was made using a coaxial cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the recorder to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44).
• In order to record, you must connect the analog audio cables (the digital connection is for playback only).
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D
ANALOG
RL
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
RL
AUDIO IN
REC
CD-R, MD, DAT, etc.
Select one
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Note

Connecting other audio components

This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for playback.
One of these inputs have corresponding outputs for use with analog audio recorders.
4
IN
TV/SATINVIDEO
CONTROL
IN
OUT
OUT
CD
IN
ASSIGNABLE
LAN
COAXIAL
(
)
10/100
IN
1IN2
(
)
(CD)
DVD
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
CD-R/TAPE
OUT IN
IN
FRONT CENTER SURROUND
R
LR LR
IN
1
(
TV/SAT
ANTENNA
SPEAKERS
OPTICAL
IN
2
(
)
DVR/BDR
AM LOOP
ASSIGNABLE
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX
)
FM UNBAL 75
A
)
SURROUN
• If your turntable has line-level outputs (i.e., it has a built-in phono pre-amp), connect it to the CD inputs instead.
• If you’re connecting a recorder, connect the analog audio outputs to the analog audio inputs on the recorder.
About the WMA9 Pro decoder
This unit has an on-board Windows Media™ Audio 9 Professional it is possible to playback WMA9 Pro-encoded audio using HDMI, coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to a WMA9 Pro­compatible player. However, the connected DVD player, set-top box, etc. must be able to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or optical digital output.
1
(WMA9 Pro) decoder, so
• If the connection was made using an optical cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the component to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44).
1• Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
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• With WMA9 Pro, sound problems may occur depending on your computer system. Note that WMA9 Pro 96 kHz
sources will be downsampled to 48 kHz.
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