Pioneer VSX-920-K, VSX-1020-K User Manual

VSX-1020

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VSX-920

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IMPORTANT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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.

Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 10 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your local dealer.

If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for your socket outlet, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows;

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

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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WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.

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WARNING

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

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V or 120 V) written on the rear panel.

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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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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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Voltage selector

You can find the voltage selector switch on the rear panel of multi-voltage models.

The factory setting for the voltage selector is 220-240 V. Please set it to the correct voltage for your country or region.

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cord. Use a medium size screwdriver to change the voltage selector switch.

If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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CAUTION

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

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For Taiwan exclusively

Taiwanese two pin flat-bladed plug

Medium size

screwdriver

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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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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.

Flow of settings on the receiver . . 7

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 an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder 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

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Connecting Optional Bluetooth ADAPTER 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 Plugging in the receiver

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04 Basic Setup

Changing the TV format setting Changing the frequency step 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

® 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

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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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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 the settings for the multi-operation

Clearing all the remote control settings

Default preset codes

Controlling components

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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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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

The Other Setup menu

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IP address/Proxy setting Checking the MAC address

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 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 Pioneer Authorized Distributors

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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

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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 39)

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Power On

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Making the initial settings according to the region and environment in which you live

• Changing the TV format setting (page 40)

• Changing the frequency step (page 40)

• Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 40)

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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 63)

• Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 88)

• Changing the channel level while listening (Tip on page 104)

• Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Sound retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 69)

• Setting the PQLS function (page 67)

• Setting the Audio options (Tone, Loudness or Sound delay, etc.) (page 69)

• Setting the Video options (page 72)

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Other optional adjustments and settings

• HDMI Setup (page 65)

• The Advanced MCACC menu (page 87)

• The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 101)

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Making maximum use of the remote control

• Operating multiple receivers (page 78)

• Setting the remote to control other components (page 78)

• Programming signals from other remote controls (page 79)

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Before you start01

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)

• Remote control unit

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

•AM loop antenna

•FM wire antenna

•iPod cable

•Power cords x2

• 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 reduce the life or performance of batteries.

(Symbol examples for batteries)

These symbols are only valid in the European Union.

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Controls and displays 02

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

PRESET PRESET

ENTER

PHONES

INPUT SELECTOR

STANDBY/ON

PHASE

CONTROL

MASTER VOLUME

MCACC

SETUP MIC

AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER

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VIDEO CAMERA

iPod

iPhone

USB HDMI 5

MCACC

SETUP MIC

VIDEO 2 INPUT

AUDIOLRVIDEO

iPod

iPhone

USB

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11 1412 13

14 16 13

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VSX-920

Chapter 2:

Controls and displays

Front panel

INPUT SELECTOR

Select an input function.

 STANDBY/ON

Switches the receiver between on and standby.

SPEAKERS

See Switching the speaker terminals on page 74.

4 Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of remote control unit on page 14).

dial

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 74).

6 Character display

See Display on page 11.

7Indicators

ADVANCED MCACC

set to

PQLS – Lights when the PQLS feature is

active (page 67). 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

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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 – Use with TUNE /, PRESET / and ENTER to memorize

and name stations for recall (page 52). TUNE / – Find radio frequencies

(page 52). PRESET / – Find preset stations

(page 52).

MASTER VOLUME

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 58), Auto Level Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 61).

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

STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch between the various 2 Pro Logic IIx and Neo:6 options (page 58).

ADV SURROUND – Switch between the various surround modes (page 60).

iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL

Change the receiver’s input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on the iPod (page 48).

MCACC SETUP MIC

Connect the supplied microphone (page 41).

iPod/iPhone/USB

Connect your Apple iPod as an audio and video source, or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 35, 36).

jack

dial

jack

terminals

VSX-1020 only:

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

VSX-920 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

Controls and displays 02

SIRIUS

PCM

HDMI

DIGITAL

ANALOG

L C R SL SR XL XR

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

MULTI-ZONE STEREO

TrueHD WMA9Pro

TUNED

PQLS

ALC

ATT

USB

VIDEO

DVD

HDMI

DVR

TUNER

CD-R

iPod

[ 2 ]

[ 3 ]

[ 4 ]

21 3 9754 108

12 13

18 1915 16 17

Display

SIGNAL

indicators

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

2 Program format indicators

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

L/R – Left front/Right front channel C – Center channel SL/SR – Left surround/Right surround channel LFE

– Low frequency effects channel (the

indicators light when an LFE signal is being input)

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

above, the mono surround channel or matrix encode flag

3 Digital format indicators

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

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.

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.

MULTI-ZONE

Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 74).

SOUND

Lights when any of the Midnight, Loudness or tone controls feature is selected (page 69). Lights when Dialog Enhancement is switched on.

S.RTRV

Lights when the Sound Retriever function is

(( ))

active (page 70).

7 Listening mode indicators

AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the

Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 58).

ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 61).

STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/ Pure Direct is selected (page 61).

ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 60).

STEREO – Lights when stereo listening is switched on (page 60).

STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 58).

8 (PHASE CONTROL)

Lights when Phase Control is switched on (page 63).

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9 Analog signal indicators

Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog signal (page 76).

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.

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 74).

SLEEP

Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 76).

17 Matrix decoding format indicators

2PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding

(page 58). Neo:6 – When one of the Neo:6 modes of

the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (page 58).

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 78)

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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

DTV MPX PQLS

PHASE

CTRL STATUS

PGM

iPod CTRL

HOME MENU

TUNE

TOOLS

LIST

TV CONTROL

INPUT

SELECT ZONE 2

iPod

USB TUNER VIDEO 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

PTY

AUDIO

INFO

CLASS

ENTER

DISP

HDD DVD

546

213

/ CLR

STANDARD ADV SURR

1 2

11 12

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 and 84.)

1  RECEIVER

This switches between standby and on for this receiver.

MULTI OPERATION – Use to perform

multi operations (page 82). R.SETUP – Use to input the preset code

when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 78).

3 Input function buttons

Press to select control of other components (page 78).

ZONE 2

Switch to perform operations in the sub zone (page 75).

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 69).

VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the Video options (page 72).

HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 40, 44, 65, 87, 101 and 107).

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

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RECEIVER

7 m

30°

///, ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (page 87) and the Audio or Video options (page 69 or 72).

8 Receiver controls

Press first to access:

RECEIVER

PHASE CTRL – S wi tch o n/ of f P ha se Co nt ro l (page 63).

STATUS – Check selected receiver settings (page 76).

PQLS – Select the PQLS setting (page 67). S.RETRIEVER – Press to restore CD quality

sound to compressed audio sources (page 70).

MIDNIGHT – Switches to Midnight or Loudness listening (page 69).

SIGNAL SEL – Select an input signal (page 62).

MCACC – Switch between MCACC presets (page 62).

SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep mo de a nd se lec t th e am ount of t ime b efo re sleep (page 76).

CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use / to adjust the level (page 104).

A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog input signal to prevent distortion (page 76).

DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display (page 76).

9 LISTENING MODE controls

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT –

Auto Surround Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 61).

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

STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch between the various 2 Pro Logic IIx and Neo:6 options (page 58).

Switches between

(page 58)

, Auto Level

ADV SURR – Switch between the various surround modes (page 60).

10 Remote control LED

Lights when a command is sent from the remote control (page 78).

TV CTRL

Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer when controlling TV (page 79).

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.

MASTER VOLUME +/–

Set the listening volume.

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

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

DVD

)

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

SURROUND BACK

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR LR L

ZONE 2

OUT

DVR/BDR

DVD

OUT IN

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

CD IN

TV/SATINVIDEO

(

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

ADAPTER PORT

VIDEO

IR CONTROL

SPEAKERS

MONITOR

OUT

LAN

COAXIAL

BD IN IN IN IN IN

OUT

(

10/100

)

1IN2

1 4

2 3 4

OUTINOUT

AC IN

VSX-1020

VSX-920

Chapter 3:

Connecting your equipment

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

Important

• Illustration shows the VSX-1020, however connections for the VSX-920 are the same except where noted.

Rear panel

LAN

(

10/100

)

COAXIAL

(

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

)

PRE OUT

(

TV/SAT

)

(

DVR/BDR

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLE

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

)

ANTENNA

SUBWOOFER

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

LR LR L

SPEAKERS

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SURROUND BACK

)

(

Single

)

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

SPEAKERS

COMPONENT VIDEO

(

)

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 3

(

DVR/BDR

MONITOR

BD IN IN IN IN

AUDIO

)

ZONE 2

DVR/BDR

OUT IN

OUT

VIDEO

2 3

DVD

TV/SATINVIDEO 1

IR CONTROL

OUTINOUT

OUT

CD IN

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AC IN

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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

HDMI 4

HDMI 5

(front panel)

CD COAX-2

a. VSX-1020 only

Input Terminals

Digital HDMI

(HDMI-1) (HDMI-2) (HDMI-3) (HDMI-4) (HDMI-5)

Component

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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

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.

SBL

SBR

[B] 9.1 channel surround system (Front wide)

•

Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FW)

FWR

SBL

SBR

FWL

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

SBL

SBR

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

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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 102).

• 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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FHL

FWL

SBL

SBR

FWR

FHR

30 30

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 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 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 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

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.

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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HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

DVD

)

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

SURROUND BACK

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR LR L

ZONE 2

OUT

DVR/BDR

DVD

OUT IN

CD-R/TAPE OUT ININ

CD IN

TV/SATINVIDEO

(

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

ADAPTER PORT

VIDEO

IR CONTROL

SPEAKERS

MONITOR

OUT

LAN

COAXIAL

BD IN IN IN IN IN

OUT

(

10/100

)

1IN2

1 4

2 3 4

OUTINOUT

AC IN

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

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 ZONE 2.

VSX-1020

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).

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HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

(

DVD

)

(

DVR/BDR

)

(

DVD

)

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

SURROUND BACK

FRONT HEIGHT/WIDE/

LR LR L

ZONE 2

OUT

DVR/BDR

DVD

OUT IN

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

TV/SATINVIDEO

(

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

ADAPTER PORT

VIDEO

IR CONTROL

SPEAKERS

MONITOR

OUT

LAN

COAXIAL

BD IN IN IN IN IN

OUT

(

10/100

)

1IN2

1 4

2 3 4

OUTINOUT

High

Low

High

Low

AC IN

Front left

Subwoofer

Center

Surround right

Front right

Surround left

Bi-amp compatible

speaker

Bi-amp compatible speaker

VSX-1020

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

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.

• 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 102 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 102 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 102 to do this.

Speaker B

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 102 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 ‘ System

See Speaker system setting on page 102 to do this.

ZONE 2

menu.

’ from the

Speaker

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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

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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

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

COMPONENT

HDMI OUT

VIDEO

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 72) 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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HDMI IN

HDMI OUT HDMI OUT

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

ANALOG

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 64).

BD IN IN IN IN IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

(

)

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO

(

DVR/BDR

AUDIO

)

2 3 4

ZONE 2

DVR/BDR

OUT IN

OUT

DVD

IR CONTROL

OUTINOUT

TV/SATINVIDEO

OUT

CD IN

ASSIGNABLE

LAN

COAXIAL

(

)

10/100

1IN2

(

)

(CD)

DVD

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

(

TV/SAT

ANTENNA

SPEAKERS

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLE

(

OUTPU

(

)

DVR/BDR

AM LOOP

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• 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.

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Note

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. 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.

• 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

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

• Input of the following digital audio formats:

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

• Synchronized operation with components using the Control with HDMI function (see

Control with HDMI function on page 64).

HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or regis tered trad emark s of H DM I L ice nsin g, LLC i n the United States and other countries.

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

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

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

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

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

•

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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HDMI IN

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

DVD player etc.

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 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

1IN2

(

)

(CD)

DVD

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

(

TV/SAT

ANTENNA

SPEAKERS

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLE

(

OUTPUT

(

)

DVR/BDR

AM LOOP

(

DVR/BDR

VIDEO

AUDIO

)

2 3 4

ZONE 2

OUT IN

OUT

DVR/BDR

DVD

IR CONTROL

OUTINOUT

TV/SATINVIDEO

OUT

CD IN

BD IN IN IN IN IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

(

)

DVD

MONITOR

OUT

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• 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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DVD player etc.

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

VIDEO OUT

HDMI OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

digital input you connected the DVD player to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44).

BD IN IN IN IN IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

1 4

COMPONENT VIDEO

(

)

DVD

ASSIGNABLE

(

DVR/BDR

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

AUDIO

)

2 3 4

ZONE 2

OUT IN

OUT

DVR/BDR

DVD

TV/SATINVIDEO

IR CONTROL

OUTINOUT

VIDEO IN

OUT

ASSIGNABLE

LAN

COAXIAL

(

)

10/100

1IN2

(

)

(CD)

DVD

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

(

TV/SAT

ANTENNA

SPEAKERS

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLE

(

OUTP

(

)

DVR/BDR

AM LOOP

• 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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STB

Select one

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ANALOG

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc.

Select one

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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

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

LR LR

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

2 3 4

IN IN

DVR/BDR

DVD

OUT IN

IR CONTROL

OUTINOUT

TV/SATINVIDEO

VIDEO OUT

OUT

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABLE

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MA

(

)

(

)

DVR/BDR

TV/SAT

ANTENNA

AM LOOP

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

ZONE 2

DVR/BDR

OUT IN

OUT

DVD

TV/SATINVIDEO

IR CONTROL

OUTINOUT

OUT

ASSIGNABLE

LAN

COAXIAL

(

)

10/100

1IN2

(

)

(CD)

DVD

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER

CD-R/TAPE

OUT ININ

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

(

TV/SAT

ANTENNA

SPEAKERS

OPTICAL

ASSIGNABL

(

OUT

(

)

DVR/BDR

AM LOOP

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• 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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ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

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.

TV/SATINVIDEO

CONTROL

OUT

ASSIGNABLE

LAN

COAXIAL

(

)

10/100

1IN2

(

)

(CD)

DVD

PRE OUT

SUBWOOFER

CD-R/TAPE OUT IN

FRONT CENTER SURROUND

LR LR

(

TV/SAT

ANTENNA

SPEAKERS

OPTICAL

(

)

DVR/BDR

ASSIGNABLE

ADAPTER PORT

(

OUTPUT 5 V 100 mA MAX

)

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

)

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.

(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.

• 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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Pioneer VSX-920-K, VSX-1020-K User Manual

Contents

Flow of settings on the receiver

Before you start

Determining the speakers’ application (page 17)

Connecting the speakers

Connecting the components

Power On

Making the initial settings according to the region and environment in which you live

MCACC speaker settings

The Input Setup menu (page 44)

Basic playback (page 46)

Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired

Other optional adjustments and settings

Making maximum use of the remote control

Before you start

Checking what’s in the box

Installing the receiver

Loading the batteries

CAUTION

SPEAKERS

Controls and displays

Front panel

4 Remote sensor

6 Character display

7Indicators

8 Tuner controls

11 Listening mode buttons

iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL

Display

2 Program format indicators

3 Digital format indicators

MULTI-ZONE

SOUND

S.RTRV

7 Listening mode indicators

8 (PHASE CONTROL)

9 Analog signal indicators

10 Tuner indicators

12 Master volume level

13 Input function indicators

14 Scroll indicators

15 Speaker indicators

SLEEP

17 Matrix decoding format indicators

18 Character display

19 Remote control mode indicator

Remote control

3 Input function buttons

ZONE 2

6 Receiver controls

8 Receiver controls

9 LISTENING MODE controls

10 Remote control LED

TV CTRL

MUTE

Operating range of remote control unit

Connecting your equipment

Important

Rear panel

CAUTION

Important

Determining the speakers’ application

[A] 9.1 channel surround system (Front height)

[B] 9.1 channel surround system (Front wide)

[C] 7.1 channel surround system & Speaker B connection

[D] 5.1 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)

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

Important

Other speaker connections

Placing the speakers

Some tips for improving sound quality

Connecting the speakers

CAUTION

Bare wire connections

1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire. 3 Tighten terminal.

Important

CAUTION

1 Twist exposed wire strands together.

2 Push open the tabs and insert exposed wire.