Pioneer VSX-8231 Operating Instruction

AV Receiver

VSX-1023-K VSX-8231

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Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Information to User

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

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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, 20 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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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

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

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Caution

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

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1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)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.

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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CAUTION

TheSTANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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(Symbol examples for batteries)

These symbols are only valid in the European Union.

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WARNING

Store small parts out of the reach of children and infants. If accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.

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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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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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IMPORTANT NOTICE

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

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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.

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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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Contents

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly.

Before you start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Checking what’s in the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Flow of settings on the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

01 Controls and displays

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Loading the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operating range of remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

02 Connecting your equipment

Determining the speakers’ application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Some tips for improving sound quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connect the surround back or front height speakers (VSX-1023 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Switching the speaker terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Making cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 HDMI cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 About HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Analog audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Digital audio cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Video cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

About video outputs connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting a TV and playback components . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Connecting optional Bluetooth® ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Connecting to the network through LAN interface . . . . . . 19

Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Using external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting an IR receiver (VSX-1023 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Use a dedicated cable to enjoy iPod video. . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting a USB device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting an MHL-compatible device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Plugging in the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

03 Basic Setup

Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) . . 23 Other problems when using the Auto MCACC setup . . . 24

04 Basic playback

Playing a source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Selecting the audio input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Playing an iPod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing back files stored on an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Basic playback controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Watching photos and video content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Playing a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory

device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory

device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

About playable file formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Playing an MHL-compatible device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Bluetooth® ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Wireless music play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Listening to Music Contents of Bluetooth wireless technology device with Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

AIR JAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Improving FM sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Naming preset stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

05 Listening to your system

Choosing the listening mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Using the Advanced surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Using Stream Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Using the Sound Retriever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Better sound using Phase Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Using surround back channel processing

(VSX-1023 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the Up Mix function (VSX-1023 only) . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the Audio options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

06 Playback with NETWORK features

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

About playable DLNA network devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using AirPlay on iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and

iTunes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

About the DHCP server function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Authorizing this receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 About HTC Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Playback with Network functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Basic playback controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Listening to Internet radio stations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Listening to Pandora Internet Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Playing back audio files stored on components on the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Playing back your favorite songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

The Network Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Network Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Firmware Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Network setting using Safari browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Friendly Name setting using Safari browser. . . . . . . . . . 44 Firmware update using Safari browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 About network playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Content playable over a network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 About playback behavior over a network . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 About playable file formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

07 Home Menu

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Manual speaker setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Speaker Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 X.Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Speaker Distance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 The Input Assign menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Analog Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Component Input (VSX-1023 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

The Auto Power Down menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 The Network Standby menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 The MHL Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

The Speaker System setting (VSX-1023 only) . . . . . . . . . . . 52

The OSD Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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Contents

08 Using the MULTI-ZONE feature (VSX-1023 only)

MULTI-ZONE listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Making MULTI-ZONE connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

09 Control with HDMI function

Making Control with HDMI connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

HDMI Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Before using synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 About synchronized operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cautions on the Control with HDMI function . . . . . . . . . . 56

10 Controlling the rest of your system

Setting the remote to control other components . . . . . . . 57 Selecting preset codes directly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Clearing all the remote control settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Controls for TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Controls for other components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Preset Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

11 Additional information

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 NETWORK feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Important information regarding the HDMI

connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 MHL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 HTC Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 About iPod/iPhone/iPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Apple Lossless Audio Codec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 About FLAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

About messages displayed when using network

functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Resetting the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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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

•Remote control

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

•AM loop antenna

•FM wire antenna

•Warranty card

•Quick start guide

•Safety Brochure

•SPEAKER CAUTION Sheet (English only)

•These operating instructions (CD-ROM)

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)

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

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1 Connecting the speakers

Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound.

•Determining the speakers’ application (page 11)

•Connecting the speakers (page 12)

•Switching the speaker terminal (page 15)

2 Connecting the components

For surround sound, you’ll want to hook up using a digital connection from the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to the receiver.

•About video outputs connection (page 16)

•Connecting a TV and playback components (page 17)

•Connecting antennas (page 20)

•Plugging in the receiver (page 22)

3 Power On

Make sure you’ve set the video input on your TV to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don’t know how to do this.

4 The Speaker System setting (VSX-1023 only) (page 52)

(Specify either using the surround back front height Speaker Bi-amp ZONE 2 speaker.)

The Input Assign menu (page 51)

(When using connections other than the recommended connections.)

HDMI Setup (page 55)

(When the connected TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function.)

5 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to set up your system

•Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) (page 23)

6 Basic playback (page 25)

•Selecting the audio input signal (page 25)

•Playing an iPod (page 27)

•Playing a USB device (page 28)

•Choosing the listening mode (page 34)

7 Adjusting the sound as desired

•Using the Sound Retriever (page 35)

•Better sound using Phase Control (page 36)

•Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 36)

•Using surround back channel processing (VSX-1023 only) (page 36)

•Setting the Up Mix function (VSX-1023 only) (page 36)

•Setting the Audio options (page 37)

•Manual speaker setup (page 49)

8 Making maximum use of the remote control

• Setting the remote to control other components (page 57)

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Chapter

1 Controls and displays

Front panel

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2

3

4

5

6

7

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9

10

19

20

21

22

23

24

21

25

11

12

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15

1INPUT SELECTOR dial

Selects an input source (page 25).

2SPEAKERS

See Switching the speaker terminal on page 15.

The Speaker System setting may or may not be displayed, depending on the input source you have selected.

3 MCACC indicator

Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 36) is on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC setup (page 23)).

4 ZONE controls (VSX-1023 only)

If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (see Making MULTIZONE connections on page 54) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (see Using the MULTI-ZONE controls on page 54).

Receiver control buttons (VSX-8231 only)

DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display. The brightness can be controlled in four steps.

DISPLAY – Switches the display of this unit. The listening mode, sound volume, input name can be checked by selecting an input source.

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VSX-1023

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5Character display

See Display on page 8.

6Tuner control buttons

BAND – Switches between AM, FM ST (stereo) and FM MONO radio bands (page 33).

TUNER EDIT – Use with TUNE /, PRESET / and

ENTER to memorize and name stations for recall (page 33).

TUNE / – Used to find radio frequencies (page 33).

PRESET / – Use to select preset radio stations (page 33).

7HDMI indicator

Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; lights when the component is connected (page 17).

8 iPod iPhone iPad indicator

Lights when an iPod/iPhone/iPad is connected and iPod/USB input is selected (page 27).

9 Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of remote control on page 10).

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10 MASTER VOLUME dial

11STANDBY/ON

12PHONES jack

Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers. The listening mode when the sound is heard from the headphone can be selected only from PHONES SURR, STEREO or STEREO ALC mode (S.R AIR mode can be also selected with

ADAPTER input).

13 MCACC SETUP MIC jack

Use to connect a microphone when performing Auto MCACC setup (page 23).

14 Listening mode buttons

AUTO SURROUND/STREAM DIRECT – Switches between Auto surround mode (page 34) and Stream Direct playback (page 35).

ALC/STANDARD SURR (VSX-1023 only) – Press for standard decoding and to switch between the modes of 2Pro Logic II, 2Pro Logic IIx, 2Pro Logic IIz and NEO:6, and the Auto level control stereo mode (page 34).

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	ALC/STANDARD SURR (VSX-8231 only) – Press for			23 Speaker indicators	30 SIGNAL SELECT indicators
	standard decoding and to switch between the modes of			Shows if the speaker system is on or not (page 15).	DIGITAL – Lights when a digital audio signal is selected.
	2Pro Logic II and NEO:6, and the Auto level control			24 Sleep timer indicator
					Blinks when a digital audio signal is selected and selected
	stereo mode (page 34).			Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 9).	audio input is not provided.
	ADVANCED SURROUND – Switches between the various
				25 PRESET information or input signal indicator	HDMI – Lights when an HDMI signal is selected. Blinks
	surround modes (page 35).
				Shows the preset number of the tuner or the input signal type,	when an HDMI signal is selected and selected HDMI input
	15 ECO
					is not provided.
				etc.
	Switches between ECO Mode 1/ECO Mode 2. When ECO			26 Character display	31 Up Mix indicator (VSX-1023 only)
	Mode is turned ON, the display will go dark (page 35).
				Displays various system information.	Lights when the Up Mix function is set to ON (page 36).
	16 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL
				27 DTS indicators	32 DIR.
	Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod			DTS – Lights when a source with DTS encoded audio	Lights when the DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode is switched
	operations on the iPod (page 29).
					on (page 35).
	17 iPod/iPhone/iPad terminals			signals is detected.
				HD – Lights when a source with DTS-EXPRESS or DTS-HD
	Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad or USB mass
				encoded audio signals is detected.
	storage device as an audio source (page 21).
				ES – Lights to indicate DTS-ES decoding.
	18 HDMI input/MHL connector
				96/24 – Lights when a source with DTS 96/24 encoded
	Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video
	camera, etc.) (page 22). An MHL-compatible mobile device			audio signals is detected.
	can also be connected here using a MHL cable (sold			NEO:6 – When one of the NEO:6 modes of the receiver is
	separately) (page 22).			on, this lights to indicate NEO:6 processing (page 34).
				28 Dolby Digital indicators
	Display
				2D – Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is
	19 PHASE
				detected.
	Lights when the Phase Control is switched on (page 36).			2D+ – Lights when a source with Dolby Digital Plus
	20 AUTO
				encoded audio signals is detected.
	Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on			2HD – Lights when a source with Dolby TrueHD encoded
	(page 34).			audio signals is detected.
	21 Tuner indicators			EX (VSX-1023 only) – Lights to indicate Dolby Digital EX
	ST – Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received			decoding.
	in auto stereo mode (page 33).			2PLII(x) (VSX-1023 only) – Lights to indicate 2Pro Logic
	TUNE – Lights when a normal broadcast channel.			II decoding. Light will go off during 2Pro Logic IIz
	PRESET – Shows when a preset radio station is registered			decoding (see Listening in surround sound on page 34 for
				more on this).
	or called.
				2PLII (VSX-8231 only) – Lights to indicate 2Pro Logic II
	MEM – Blinks when a radio station is registered.
				decoding. (see Listening in surround sound on page 34 for
	kHz/MHz – Lights when the character display is showing
				more on this).
	the currently received AM/FM broadcast frequency.			29 ADV.S.
	22 ZONE (VSX-1023 only)
				Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been
	Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 54).			selected (see Using the Advanced surround on page 35 for
				more on this).

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Remote control						• The following buttons are not used with this receiver:		HOME MENU – Press to access the Home Menu
							- PTY, SHIFT	(page 49).
								RETURN – Confirm and exit the current menu screen.
1					11	1	SLEEP
								Press BD, DVD or DVR/BDR first to access:
	RECEIVER SLEEP		SOURCE			Press to change the amount of time before the receiver		TOP MENU – Displays the disc ‘top’ menu of a Blu-ray
2						switches into standby (30 min – 60 min – 90 min – Off). You
3	RECEIVER					can check the remaining sleep time at any time by pressing		Disc/DVD.
				INPUT		SLEEP once.		HOME MENU – Displays the HOME MENU screen.
4						2	RECEIVER	RETURN – Confirm and exit the current menu screen.
					12	Switches the receiver between standby and on.		MENU – Displays the TOOLS menu of Blu-ray Disc player.
						3
							RECEIVER	Press TUNER first to access:
5						Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the		TOOLS – Memorizes stations for recall (page 33), also
						white commands above the number buttons (MIDNIGHT,		used to change the name (page 33).
						etc)). Also use this button to set up surround sound (page 49)		BAND – Switches between AM, FM ST (stereo) and FM
						or Audio parameters (page 37).
								MONO radio bands (page 33).
						4	INPUT SELECT
								Press iPod/USB first to access:
6					13	Use to select the input source (page 25).		iPod CTRL – Switches between the iPod controls and the
						5	Input function buttons
								receiver controls (page 28).
	PARAMETER		MENU
						Use to select the input source to this receiver (page 25). This
	AUDIO		TOOLS					8 / / / (TUNE /, PRESET /), ENTER
		TUNE				will enable you to control other components with the remote
	TOP							Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound
7	MENU					control (page 57).
								system (page 49). Also used to control Blu-ray Disc/DVD
	T		P			6	Listening mode buttons
	R							menus/options.
	E	ENTER	R		14
	E		S
	P		E
	S		E
8			T				AUTO/DIRECT – Switches between Auto surround mode	Use TUNE / can be used to find radio frequencies and
	MENU						(page 34) and Stream Direct playback (page 35).	PRESET / can be used to select preset radio stations
	HOME
	PTY	TUNE	BAND				ALC/STANDARD SURR (VSX-1023 only) – Press for	(page 33).
	iPod CTRL		RETURN
				MUTE	15		standard decoding and to switch between the modes of	9 Component control buttons
9							2Pro Logic II, 2Pro Logic IIx, 2Pro Logic IIz and	The main buttons ( , , etc.) are used to control a component
							NEO:6, and the Auto level control stereo mode (page 34).	after you have selected it using the input function buttons.
							ALC/STANDARD SURR (VSX-8231 only) – Press for	The controls above these buttons can be accessed after you
							standard decoding and to switch between the modes of	have selected the corresponding input function button (BD,
	1	2	3	DISP	16		2Pro Logic II and NEO:6, and the Auto level control	DVD and CD). These buttons also function as described
							stereo mode (page 34).	below.
10	4	5	6	CH			ADV SURR – Switches between the various surround	Press RECEIVER first to access:
	7	8	9	CH			modes (page 35).	BASS +/–, TRE +/– – Use to adjust Bass or Treble.
				SHIFT		7 Receiver and component control buttons
								• These controls are disabled when the listening mode is
	CLR	0	ENTER
						The following button controls can be accessed after you have		set to DIRECT or PURE DIRECT.
						selected the corresponding input function button (BD, DVD,		• When the front speaker is set at SMALL in the Speaker
						etc.).
								Setting (or automatically via the Auto MCACC setup)
		RECEIVER				Press RECEIVER first to access:		and the X.Over is set above 150 Hz, the subwoofer
							AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the Audio options	channel level will be adjusted by pressing BASS +/–
								(page 50).
							(page 37).

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	10 Number buttons and other component controls					VOL +/– – Use to adjust the volume on your TV.		- When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
	Use the number buttons to directly select a radio frequency					13 ECO		governmental regulations or environmental public
	(page 33) or the tracks on a CD, etc. There are other buttons					Switches between ECO Mode 1/ECO Mode 2. When ECO		institution’s rules that apply in your country/area.
	that can be accessed after				is pressed. (For example
				RECEIVER		Mode is turned ON, the display will go dark (page 35).		- When inserting the batteries, make sure not to damage
	MIDNIGHT, etc.)							the springs on the battery’s (–) terminals. This can cause
						14 VOLUME +/–
	EQ – Press to switch on/off Acoustic Calibration EQ							batteries to leak or overheat.
						Use to set the listening volume.
	setting (page 36).
						15 MUTE	Operating range of remote control
	PHASE – Press to switch on/off Phase Control (page 36).
	SIGNAL SEL – Press to select the audio input signal of the					Mutes/unmutes the sound.	The remote control may not work properly if:
						16 DISP		• There are obstacles between the remote control and the
	component to play back (page 25).
	S.RETRIEVER – Press to restore CD quality sound to					Switches the display of this unit. The listening mode, sound		receiver’s remote sensor.
						volume, Speaker System (VSX-1023) setting or input name can		• Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the
	compressed audio sources (page 35).
						be checked by selecting an input source.		remote sensor.
	SB CH (VSX-1023 only) – Press to select ON, AUTO or OFF
						• The Speaker System setting may or may not be displayed,		• The receiver is located near a device that is emitting
	the surround back channel (page 36).
						depending on the input source you have selected.		infrared rays.
	CH SELECT – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then
								• The receiver is operated simultaneously with another
	use LEV +/– to adjust the level (page 50).					Loading the batteries
								infrared remote control unit.
	LEV +/– – Use to adjust the channel level.
	MIDNIGHT – Switches to Midnight or Loudness listening
	(page 37).
	SPEAKERS – See Switching the speaker terminal on
	page 15.
	DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display. The brightness
	can be controlled in four steps.					The batteries included with the unit are to check initial	30° 30°
	During ECO mode, the brightness switches between 2					operations; they may not last over a long period. We
	levels. If the dimmest level is selected, DIMMER will be
						recommend using alkaline batteries that have a longer life.
	shown on the display. (Mode other than ECO: 4 levels, ECO
	mode: 2 levels)					WARNING		7 m (23 ft.)
	+Favorite – Press while a song is being played back or					• Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other
	stopped. The selected song is then registered in the
						excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater.
	Favorites folder (page 42).
						This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch
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						fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.
	Press to turn on/off other components connected to the					CAUTION
	receiver (page 57).
						• Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as
	12 TV CONTROL buttons
						leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions:
	These buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the
						- Never use new and old batteries together.
	TV button. Thus if you only have one TV to hook up to this
						- Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly
	system assign it to the TV button (page 58).
	– Use to turn on/off the power of the TV.					according to the marks in the battery case.
						- Batteries with the same shape may have different
	INPUT – Use to select the TV input signal.
						voltages. Do not use different batteries together.
	CH +/– – Use to select channels.

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Determining the speakers’ application

By connecting the left and right front speakers (L/R), the center speaker (C), the left and right surround speakers (SL/ SR), the left and right surround back speakers (SBL/SBR) (or the left and right front height speakers (FHL/FHR)), and the subwoofer (SW), a surround sound system up to 7.1 channel can be enjoyed.

The 5.1 channel surround system is the most commonly-used in home theaters. To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown below.

5.1 channel surround	6.1 channel surround
system:	(Surround back) system (VSX-
	1023 only):
R		R
L	L
C		C
SW	SW
SR		SR
SL	SL	SB

7.1 channel surround

(Surround back) system (VSX-1023 only):

R
L
C	SR
SW
SL	SBR
SBL

7.1 channel surround (Front height) system (VSX-1023 only):

FHR

FHL R

L

C

SW

SR

SL

Important

VSX-1023 only

•Both the surround back speakers and the front height speakers can be connected at the same time. In this case, sound will be output from either the front height speaker or the surround back speaker depending on which one was selected in the Speaker System setting (see The Speaker System setting (VSX-1023 only) on page 52).

Speaker B connection

You can use the speakers connected to the B speaker terminals to listen to stereo playback in another room. See

Switching the speaker terminal on page 15 for the listening options with this setup.

•You will not be able to connect the B speakers if you connect the front height speakers in the main zone.

Further, if you use the B speakers, a 5.1 ch playback will be the maximum in the main zone. (No sound is output from the surround back speaker.)

R

L

Main zone

Speaker B

Bi-amping connection

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

•When using the Front Bi-amping connection, sound will only be output from the front speakers, the surround speakers and the subwoofer.

Front Bi-Amp

R

L

SW

C

SR

SL

ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)

With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy the surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2 (The selection of input devices is limited). See MULTI-ZONE listening on page 54.

Main zone

Sub zone

R

L

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• Surround and surround back speakers should be

Some tips for improving sound quality

positioned 60 cm to 90 cm higher than your ears and titled

Connecting the speakers

Where you put your speakers in the room has a big effect on

slight downward. Make sure the speakers don’t face each

The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front

the quality of the sound. The following guidelines should help

other. For DVD-Audio, the speakers should be more directly

speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is

you to get the best sound from your system.

behind the listener than for home theater playback.

recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround

• It is best to angle the speakers towards the listening

• Try not to place the surround speakers farther away from

sound.

position. The angle depends on the size of the room. Use

the listening position than the front and center speakers.

Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right (R)

less of an angle for bigger rooms.

Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect.

terminal and the speaker on the left to the left (L) terminal.

• Refer to the chart below for placement of speakers you

• Place the left and right front height speakers at least one

Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on

intend to connect.

meter directly above the left and right front speakers.

the receiver match those on the speakers.

• If you’re going to place speakers around your CRT TV, use

You can use speakers with a normal impedance between 6

FHL

SW

FHR

shielded speakers or place the speakers at a sufficient

and 16 .

C

L

R

distance from your CRT TV.

Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit

• The subwoofer can be placed on the floor. Ideally, the other

to the AC power source.

30

30

speakers should be at about ear-level when you’re listening

Bare wire connections

to them. Putting the speakers on the floor (except the

subwoofer), or mounting them very high on a wall is not

1 Twist exposed wire strands together.

recommended.

2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire.

120

120

• When not connecting a subwoofer, connect speakers with

SL

60

SR

3

Tighten terminal.

low frequency reproduction capabilities to the front

channel. (The subwoofer’s low frequency component is

1

2

3

SBL

SB SBR

played from the front speakers, so the speakers could be

- Place the surround speakers at 120º from the center. If

damaged.)

• After connecting, be sure to conduct the Auto MCACC

you, (1) use the surround back speaker, and, (2) don’t use

10 mm

the front height speakers, we recommend placing the

(speaker environment setting) procedure.

surround speaker right beside you.

See Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)

(3/8 in.)

- If you intend to connect only one surround back

on page 23.

Connect the wires to the B-Speakers terminals of the VSX-1023

speakers, place it directly behind you.

CAUTION

as shown below:

- If the surround speakers cannot be set directly to the side

• Make sure that all speakers are securely installed. This not

1 Twist exposed wire strands together.

of the listening position with a 7.1-channel system, the

surround effect can be enhanced by turning off the Up

only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of

2 Push open the tabs and insert exposed wire.

damage or injury resulting from speakers being knocked

Mix function (see Setting the Up Mix function (VSX-1023

3

over or falling in the event of external shocks such as

Release the tabs.

only) on page 36).

earthquakes.

• For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to

1

2

3

3 m apart, at equal distance from the TV.

• If you’re using a center speaker, place the front speakers at

10 mm

a wider angle. If not, place them at a narrower angle.

• Place the center speaker above or below the TV so that the

(3/8 in.)

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.

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	CAUTION	VSX-1023 connection diagram
		The front height terminals can also be used for Speaker B.
	• 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	Front height setting
	before touching any uninsulated parts.
		Front height right	Front height left
	• 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	Speaker B setting
	power to cut off as a safety measure.
		Speaker B – right	Speaker B – left

Connect the surround back or front height speakers (VSX-1023 only)

The Speaker System setting must be set if the above connections are performed. Select Surr.Back if the surround back speaker is connected and Height if the front height speaker is connected (If neither the surround back speaker nor the front height speaker is connected, either setting will suffice) (see The Speaker System setting (VSX-1023 only) on page 52).

•When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals.

Subwoofer	Front right	Front left
		Center

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

PREOUT

SUBWOOFER

FRONT

R L

SURROUND	SURROUND BACK
R L	R L

CENTER	FRONT HEIGHT
	R	L

Surround

right

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

5.1 ch surround setting
Not connected	Not connected
6.1 ch surround setting
Not connected	Surround back
7.1 ch surround setting
Surround back right	Surround back left
ZONE 2 setting
ZONE 2 – Right	ZONE 2 – Left

Surround

left

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Front Bi-Amp connection (VSX-1023 only)

Front right

Hight

Center

Low

Subwoofer

VSX-8231 connection diagram

	Front left	Subwoofer	Front right	Front left
				Center
Hight
		LINE LEVEL
	Front height left	INPUT
Low	Front height
	right

PREOUT

SUBWOOFER

	Surround right	Surround left	FRONT
			R L

CENTER	SURROUND
	R	L

Surround right

Surround left

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Switching the speaker terminal

VSX-1023: When the The Speaker System setting (VSX-1023 only) on page 52 is set to SP B, each press of the speaker button will switch the speaker used for playback: SP , SP A,

SP B, SP AB.

VSX-8231: Each press of the speaker button will switch the speaker used for playback: SP , SP A.

When the speaker system is set to SP-B: Each press of the speaker button will switch the speaker used for playback: OFF, A, B, AB.

When the speaker system is set to anything other than SP-B: Each press of the speaker button will switch the speaker used for playback: OFF, A. For more details on the speaker system please refer to The Speaker System setting (VSX-1023 only) on page 52.

Press repeatedly to choose a speaker terminal option:

•SP A – Sound is output from the speakers connected to the A-speaker terminals (multichannel playback is possible).

•SP B (VSX-1023 only) – Sound is output from the two speakers connected to the B-speaker terminals (only stereo playback is possible).

•SP AB (VSX-1023 only) – Sound is output from the A- speaker terminals, the two speakers in the B-speaker terminals, and the subwoofer. Multichannel sources are downmixed only when the STEREO or STEREO ALC mode is selected for stereo output from A- and B-speaker terminals.

•SP – No sound is output from the speakers.

Note

•VSX-1023 only: The subwoofer output depends on the settings you made in Speaker Setting on page 49. However, if SP B is selected above, no sound is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is not downmixed).

•All speaker terminals are switched off (SP ) when headphones are connected. SP B can be selected even when headphones are connected for VSX-1023.

Making cable connections

Make sure not to bend the cables over the top of this unit (as shown in the illustration). If this happens, the magnetic field produced by the transformers in this unit may cause a humming noise from the speakers.

Important

•Before making or changing connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.

•Before unplugging the power cord, switch the power into standby.

HDMI cables

Both video and sound signals can be transmitted simultaneously with one cable. If connecting the player and the TV via this receiver, for both connections, use HDMI cables.

HDMI

Be careful to connect the terminal in the proper direction.

Note

•Set the HDMI parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 37 to THRU (THROUGH) and set the input signal in

Selecting the audio input signal on page 25 to HDMI, if you want to hear HDMI audio output from your TV (no sound will be heard from this receiver).

•If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your component or display. Note that some components (such as video game units) have

Connecting your equipment

resolutions that may not be displayed. In this case, use a (analog) composite connection.

•When the video signal from the HDMI is 480i, 480p, 576i or 576p, Multi Ch PCM sound and HD sound cannot be received.

About HDMI

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.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology.

This receiver supports the functions described below through HDMI connections.

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

•3D signal transfer

•Deep Color signal transfer

•x.v.Color signal transfer

•Audio Return Channel

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

•Input of the following digital audio formats:

–Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, High bitrate audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio), DVD-Audio, CD, SACD (DSD 2 ch only), Video CD, Super VCD

•Synchronized operation with components using the Control with HDMI function (see Control with HDMI function on page 55)

•4K signal transfer

–This may not operate properly, depending on the connected equipment.

–4K 24p, 4K 25p and 4K 30p signals are supported

Note

•Use a High Speed HDMI®/™ Cable. If 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.

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•3D, Deep Color, x.v.Color, 4K signal transfer and Audio Return Channel are only possible when connected to a compatible component.

•HDMI format digital audio transmissions require a longer time to be recognized. Due to this, interruption in the audio may occur when switching between audio formats or beginning playback.

•Turning on/off the device connected to this unit’s HDMI OUT terminal during playback, or disconnecting/ connecting the HDMI cable during playback, may cause noise or interrupted audio.

®

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

“x.v.Color” and

are trademarks of Sony

Corporation.

Analog audio cables

Use stereo RCA phono cables to connect analog audio components. These cables are typically red and white, and you should connect the red plugs to R (right) terminals and white plugs to L (left) terminals.

	Red (Right)	R
		L

AUDIO

White (Left)

Digital audio cables

Commercially available coaxial digital audio cables or optical cables should be used to connect digital components to this receiver.

Coaxial digital	COAXIAL
	IN	OPTICAL
audio cable
		IN

Optical cable

Note

•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.

•You can also use a standard RCA video cable for coaxial digital connections.

Video cables

Standard RCA video cables

These cables are the most common type of video connection and are used to connect to the composite video terminals. The yellow plugs distinguish them from cables for audio.

VIDEO

Yellow

Component video cables (VSX-1023 only)

Use component video cables to get the best possible color reproduction of your video source. The color signal of the TV is divided into the luminance (Y) signal and the color (PB and PR) signals and then output. In this way, interference between the signals is avoided.

COMPONENT
Y	VIDEO
PB
Green (Y)	PR

Blue (PB)

Red (PR)

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About video outputs connection

This receiver is not loaded with a video converter. When you use HDMI cables for connecting to the input device, the same cables should be used for connecting to the TV.

The signals input from the analog (composite) video inputs of this unit will not be output from the HDMI OUT terminal.

Playback component

IN	IN	Terminal for connection with
		source device
HDMI	VIDEO
OUT	MONITOR
	OUT
		Terminal for connection
		with TV monitor
HDMI	VIDEO	The OSD will
		not appear.
		TV

Video signals can be output.

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	Connecting a TV and playback components	DVD player	Blu-ray Disc player	HDMI/DVI-compatible components
	Connecting using HDMI
	If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component
	(Blu-ray Disc player, etc.), you can connect it to this receiver	HDMI OUT	HDMI OUT
	using a commercially available HDMI cable.			Set-top box
	If the TV and playback components support the Control with			Game console
	HDMI feature, the convenient Control with HDMI functions			DVD recorder, Blu-ray
	can be used (see Control with HDMI function on page 55).
				Disc recorder
	• The following connection/setting is required to listen to the
	sound of the TV over this receiver.

-If the TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables (as shown).

-If the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, the sound of the TV can be input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON

(see HDMI Setup on page 55).

-Please refer to the TV’s operation manual for directions on connections and setup for the TV.

Note

•In order to listen to the audio from the TV that is connected to this receiver using an analog audio cables, set-up for analog audio input is required (see The Input Assign menu on page 51).

HDMI

OUT

VSX-1023

OPTICAL

IN1 (TV)

HDMI IN

ANALOG

IN1 (CD)

HDMI IN	R	L	OPTICAL
	ANALOG AUDIO OUT		DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

Select one

HDMI/DVI-compatible TV

If the TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, this connection is required to listen to the TV sound over the receiver.

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	2						Connecting your equipment
	Connecting your TV with no HDMI input			DVD player			Set-top box
	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	VIDEO OUT		Select one	VIDEO OUT	Select one
	even if the DVD player is connected with an HDMI cable.
		ANALOG AUDIO OUT		HDMI OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT	ANALOG AUDIO OUT		DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
	Connect the DVD player’s video signals using a composite
	cable.	R	L	COAXIAL OPTICAL	R	L	COAXIAL OPTICAL

• In order to listening to HD audio with this receiver, connect an HDMI cable, and use analog video cable for video signal input.

Depending on the player, it may not be possible to output video signals to both HDMI and other video output (composite, etc.) simultaneously, and it may be necessary to make video output settings. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player for more information.

Important

• When the receiver and TV are connected by composite	VSX-1023
cable, the OSD function allowing display of the receiver’s
settings, operations, etc., on the TV’s screen cannot be	HDMI	OPTICAL
used. In this case, watch the receiver’s front panel display	DVD IN	IN1 (TV)
while performing the various operations and making
settings.

Note			COAXIAL
				IN1 (CD)
• In order to listen to the audio from the TV that is connected	MONITOR
to this receiver using a analog audio cables, set-up for	OUT	DVD IN
analog audio input is required (see The Input Assign menu
on page 51).
• Only one component can be connected to both the optical
input terminal and coaxial input terminal. If connecting
other devices, please use a different method to connect the		ANALOG
audio.
In order to listen to the audio from the source component		IN1 (CD)
	SAT/CBL IN			This connection is
that is connected to this receiver using an optical cable or
a coaxial cable, first, switch to the DVD (DVD player) or				required in order to
SAT/CBL (set-top box), then use RECEIVER and SIGNAL				listen to the sound
				of the TV over the
SEL to choose the audio signal O1 (OPTICAL1) or C1
				receiver.
(COAXIAL1) (see Selecting the audio input signal on
page 25).		R	L	OPTICAL
		ANALOG AUDIO OUT		DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
	VIDEO IN		Select one
		TV

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2				Connecting your equipment
Connecting optional Bluetooth® ADAPTER	Connecting to the network through LAN			Turn on the DHCP server function of your router. In case your
				router does not have the built-in DHCP server function, it is
When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. AS-BT100	interface			necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see The
or AS-BT200) is connected to this unit, a product equipped	By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN			Network Setup menu on page 42.
				Note
with Bluetooth wireless technology (portable cell phone,	terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations. To listen to
digital music player, etc.) can be used to listen to music	Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP			• Refer to the operation manual of the equipment you have as
wirelessly.	(Internet Service Provider) beforehand.			the connected equipment and connection method may
Connect a Bluetooth ADAPTER to the ADAPTER PORT	When connected in this way, you can play audio files stored			differ depending on your Internet environment.
terminal on the rear panel.	on the components on the local network, including your			• When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract
• For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless	computer.			with an Internet service provider is required. For more
technology device, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and	Internet	Modem		details, contact your nearest Internet service provider.
Bluetooth wireless technology device on page 31.
Important		Router
		WAN
• Do not move the receiver with the Bluetooth ADAPTER
connected. Doing so could cause damage or faulty contact.	PC	LAN
			1
		to LAN port	2
			3

LAN cable (sold
separately)	VSX-1023

VSX-1023

Bluetooth® ADAPTER

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

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	2			Connecting your equipment
	Connecting antennas		Using external antennas	Connecting an IR receiver (VSX-1023 only)
	Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as		To improve FM reception	If you keep your stereo components in a closed cabinet or
	shown below. To improve reception and sound quality,			shelving unit, or you wish to use the sub zone remote control
			Use an F connector (not supplied) to connect an external FM
	connect external antennas (see Using external antennas			in another zone, you can use an optional IR receiver (such as
			antenna.
	below).			a Niles or Xantech unit) to control your system instead of the
	fig. a	fig. b		remote sensor on the front panel of this receiver.
				Note
				• Remote operation may not be possible if direct light from a
				strong fluorescent lamp is shining on the IR receiver
				remote sensor window.

			• Note that other manufacturers may not use the IR terminology.
			Refer to the manual that came with your component to check for
			IR compatibility.
	2	FM UNBAL	F connector
		75	IR receiver
		To improve AM reception
		Connect a 5 m to 6 m (16 ft. to 20 ft.) length of vinyl-coated
		wire to the AM antenna terminal without disconnecting the
4	3	supplied AM loop antenna.	Other component
		For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally
		outdoors.
	1
			IR

Outdoor
antenna	IN

1Push open the tabs, then insert one wire fully into each terminal, then release the tabs to secure the AM antenna wires.

2Fix the AM loop antenna to the attached stand.

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

3Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in a direction giving the best reception.

4Connect the FM wire antenna into the FM antenna

socket.

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

Indoor antenna						5 m to 6 m
(vinyl-coated						(16 ft. to 20 ft.)
	wire)

Closet or shelving unit

Connect the IR receiver sensor to the IR IN jack on the

rear of this receiver.

For more information on connecting the IR receiver, see the Installation Instructions for the IR Receiver.

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2

Connecting your equipment

• iPod recharging occurs whenever an iPod is connected to

Note

Connecting an iPod

this unit. (Recharging is enabled only when the unit’s

• Due to linked operation of the HDMI control function, if a

This receiver has a dedicated iPod/iPhone/iPad terminals that

power is turned on.)

supported TV and receiver are connected using a HDMI

will allow you to control playback of audio content from your

• For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing an iPod on

cable and the TV input is changed during iPod input, the

iPod using the controls of this receiver.

page 27.

receiver may automatically also change to TV input. If this

happens, please either change the receiver’s input back to

Use a dedicated cable to enjoy iPod video

iPod, or turn OFF the HDMI control function (see HDMI

If an iPod is connected using a dedicated iPod connection

Setup on page 55).

cable (sold separately), then video from the iPod can also be

enjoyed on a TV that is connected to the receiver.

Connecting a USB device

• The iPod cable is not included with this receiver. The

It is possible to play audio and photo files by connecting USB

optional iPod cable from Pioneer is sold separately under

the part number L308102013030-IL. Contact the Pioneer

devices to this receiver.

Customer Support division for more information on

Switch the receiver into standby then connect your USB

obtaining an optional iPod cable.

device to the iPod/iPhone/iPad terminals on the front panel

• iPhone5, iPad 4th generation, iPad mini, iPod touch 5th

of this receiver.

generation and iPod nano 7th generation cannot be

• This receiver does not support a USB hub.

connected using a separately sold iPod cable.

• For instructions on playing the USB device, see Playing a

USB device on page 28.

USB cable that

comes with the iPod

iPod/iPhone/iPad

Note

• An iPod/iPhone/iPad can be connected to the receiver. For
details on supported models and versions of the respective
products, see Playing an iPod on page 27.	iPod cable	USB mass
Switch the receiver into standby, and then use the iPod
		storage device
cable to connect your iPod to the iPod/iPhone/iPad
terminals on the front panel of this receiver.
• For the cable connection, also refer to the operating
instructions for your iPod.

• When connecting an iPhone to this unit, keep the iPhone

at least 20 cm away from this unit. If the iPhoneis kept iPod/iPhone/iPad closer to this unit and a telephone call is received by the

iPhone, noise may be output from this device.

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