Pioneer VSX-924-K Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

VSX-924-K

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. This Quick Start Guide includes instructions for basic connections and operations to allow simple use of the receiver. For detailed descriptions of the receiver, see the “Operating Instructions” provided on the included CD-ROM ( ).

Muchas gracias por haber adquirido este producto de Pioneer. Esta Guía de inicio rápido incluye instrucciones para hacer las conexiones y operaciones básicas que le permitirán hacer un uso sencillo del receptor. Para conocer una descripción detallada del receptor, consulte el “Manual de instrucciones” suministrado con el CD-ROM ( ) incluido.

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USBADPTROKU

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iPod

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STATUS

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Enjoy easy multichannel playback with this unit in 3 steps:

Connecting up

→

Connection and initial setup can be performed by referring to this Quick Start Guide, but it is easier when using the

Initial setup

→

Basic playback Wiring Navi

Perform connection and initial setup with either method according to the circumstances in which you are using AVNavigator. Additionally, using the

Interactive Operation Guide

in AVNavigator allows you to learn basic operations effectively.

Connection and initial setup

Connection and initial setup following the instructions

in the “Wiring Navi” in AVNavigator

(Connection to the network is required for the initial setup.)

Connection and initial setup by referring to

this Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

in AVNavigator.

It is unnecessary to read this guide for explanations;

will be explained in the

Move on to “Using Built-in AVNavigator” in this guide.

You can use the

The contents are linked interactively with the product, allowing you

to remember them while reading, and actually use the product while

Interactive Operation Guide

becoming used to it.

Wiring Navi

Move on to

in this guide.

Using Built-in AVNavigator

LAN

(

10/100

)

SCO

Connecting to the network through LAN interface

Internet

Computer

LAN cable (sold separately)

LAN

Modem

)

(10/100

Router

WAN

LAN

Connecting to a wireless LAN

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

• Use only the furnished accessory connecting cable.

• Certain settings are required to use a wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300). For instructions on making these settings, see the operating instructions included with the wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300).

)

LAN

(10/100

DC OUTPUT

)

(10/100

LAN

DC OUTPUT

for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

Router

DC 5V WPS

Ethernet

Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300)

for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

Modem

WAN

Internet

ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement.

• Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with this unit.

• Do not use the supplied power cord for any purpose other than that described below.

• The receiver should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g., when on vacation.

• Make sure the blue

STANDBY/ON

light has gone out

before unplugging.

Plug the supplied power cord into the AC IN

socket on the back of the receiver. Plug the other end into a power outlet.

Turning the power on

Press computer.

Wait a few minutes after turning the power on before performing the following operation.

STANDBY/ON

to switch on the receiver and your

MCACC

PHONES

SETUP MIC

Plugging in the receiver

After connecting to a LAN, connect the power cord of the receiver to a power outlet.

CAUTION

• Handle the power cord by the plug part. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, or other object on the power cord or pinch the cord in any other way. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cables. The power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. Check the power cord once in a while. If you find it damaged,

Using Built-in AVNavigator (continued)

Launching the built-in AVNavigator

Operate AVNavigator by following the screen prompts of your computer, etc.

Operating environment

• AVNavigator can be used in the following environments. – Windows PC: Microsoft

Windows – Mac: Mac OSX (10.7, 10.8 or 10.9) – iPad/iPhone/iPod touch: iOS 7 – Android device: Android 4.0.4, 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.2, 4.2.2, 4.4.2

• Some AVNavigator functions use an Internet browser. The

following browsers are supported: – Windows PC: Internet Explorer – Mac/iPad/iPhone/iPod touch: Safari 6.0 – Android device: Android browser

• Depending on the computer network setting or security

setting, AVNavigator may not operate.

7/Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1

Using Windows PC

Start up Internet Explorer on your PC.

Open any random Internet page.

Press STATUS on the remote control and check

the front panel display on the receiver.

The IP address of the receiver will appear.

Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/

8, 9, 10, 11

(Example Text Display)

• With a Windows PC other than Windows XP, you can use the following method to launch AVNavigator. Launch Explorer and then right-click <VSX-924> displayed in the ‘

webpage

’.

Network

’ folder, then click ‘

View device

Using Mac

Launch Safari and click <VSX-924> displayed in ‘ the Bookmarks bar.

Bonjour

• If ‘

the Favorites bar

the Safari ‘

’ is not displayed, tick the ‘

Preferences...

’ check box on the ‘

’ menu.

Include Bonjour in Advanced

Bonjour

’ tab in

’ on

Using iPad/iPhone/iPod touch

Download a free application, iControlAV5, from the App Store. After launching iControlAV5, follow the instructions on the screen. After that, on the Home screen, press ‘ or the icon.

iPad

iPhone/iPod touch

AVNavigator

’

If 0.0.0.0 or 169.254.112.202 appears in the address, it indicates that the receiver is not connected to the network. Check to make sure that the receiver and router are properly connected.

Enter number in 2 above in the field in

Internet Explorer shown below and then press the ENTER key.

(Example Input Format) 192.168.0.124

Using iPad

■

On an iPad, you can operate AVNavigator for iPad. Download AVNavigator for iPad from the App Store. After launching AVNavigator for iPad, follow the instructions on the screen.

Using Android device

Download a free application, iControlAV5, from the Google Play Store. After launching iControlAV5, follow the instructions on the screen. After that, on the Home screen, press the icon.

About using Wiring Navi

Wiring Navi starts when ‘ AVNavigator screen.

• When connection navigation is finished, proceed to

Wiring Navi

’ is pressed on the

Using Built-in AVNavigator (continued)

Connecting up

12 3

Connecting the speakers

The receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least five speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for surround sound.

To achieve the comfortable surround sound, install your speakers as shown below.

7.1 channel surorund system:

Connecting the speaker cables

Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right (R) terminal and the speaker on the left to the left (L) terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative

+/–

(

) terminals on the receiver match those

on the speakers.

Twist exposed wire strands together.

Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire.

Tighten terminal.

10 mm

SBL

After installing the speakers, connect them as shown below.

Center

(C)

SURROUNDCENTERFRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND BACK / HDZONE

(

Single

Front Left

FRONT HEIGHT / WIDE /

)

RLRLRLRL

(L)

PRE OUT

SURROUND BACK / HDZONE

SURROUNDCENTERFRONT

SPEAKERS

Subwoofer

FRONT HEIGHT / WIDE /

(

)

Single

RLRLRLRL

(SW)

LINE LEVEL

INPUT

SUB WOOFER

Front Right

(R)

– Front Left

– Center

– Front Right

– Surround Left

– Surround Right

SBL

SBR

– Surround back Left

SBR

– Surround back Right

– Subwoofer

Note

• There are also other speaker connection

PRE OUT

SUB WOOFER

patterns (front height, front wide, etc.). For details, see “Connecting your equipment” of the operating instructions.

CAUTION

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

• 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.

Surround Right

(SR)

Surround back Right

SBR

(

)

Surround back Left

SBL

(

)

Note

• When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the

(Single)

• This unit supports speakers with a nominal impedance of 6 W to 16 W.

terminals.

Surround Left

(SL)

SURROUND BACK L

Connecting up (continued)

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 side)

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed.

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Connecting a TV and playback components

HDMI/DVI-compatible TV

HDMI/DVI-compatible

Blu-ray DIsc player

BD IN

IN2IN3IN4IN /MHL

(

OUTPUT 5 V

(

)

SAT/CBL

0.9 A MAX

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

)

LAN

(10/100

DC OUTPUT

for WIRELESS LAN

(

OUTPUT 5 V

)

0.6 A MAX

OPTICAL

(TV)

ASSIGNABLE

) connection is required to

ARC

HDMI OUT

OUT 2

(

HDZONE

SELECTABLE

)

(

OUT 1

CONTROL

)

BD IN

(

)

DVD

OUT 2

OUT 1

HDMI

(

HDZONE

)

(

CONTROL

)

ASSIGNABLE

1 6

( DVD

SELECTABLE

• If the TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, optical digital cable ( listen to the TV sound over the receiver.

• If the TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is no need to connect an optical digital cable (

). In this case, set to ON. For details, see “HDMI Setup” of the operating instructions.

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

OPTICAL

(TV)

ASSIGNABLE

HDMI Setup

HDMI IN

• With factory default settings, video from the video cable or component cable will not be output from the HDMI terminal. To output video, you must switch video input to the device connected with the video cable or component cable and set

V.CONV

to ON. For details, see “Setting the

Video options” of the operating instructions.

Connecting antennas

ab c

FM wire antenna

AM loop antenna

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA

Note

• Refer to the operating instructions in the included CD- ROM if you wish to connect a TV or playback component in a method other than an HDMI connection.

• Refer to the operating instructions in the included CD- ROM for other device connections.

Plugging in the receiver

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

CAUTION

cord in any other way. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cables. The power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. Check the power cord once in a while. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement.

• Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with this unit.

• Do not use the supplied power cord for any purpose other than that described below.

• The receiver should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g., when on vacation.

• Make sure the blue

STANDBY/ON

light has gone out

before unplugging.

Plug the supplied power cord into the AC IN

socket on the back of the receiver. Plug the other end into a power outlet.

, and 20 cm at each

ARNING

To prevent fire

ALL ZONE STBY

SOURCE

STANDBY/ON

MAIN

SUB ZONE CONTROL

Z2 Z3 HDZ

RECEIVER

Initial Setup

Before you start

Put the batteries in the remote control.

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.

Switch on the receiver and your TV.

Switch the TV input so that it connects to the

receiver. Turn the subwoofer on and turn up the volume.

WARNING

• Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.

CAUTION

• When inserting the batteries, make sure not to damage the springs on the battery’s (–) terminals. This can cause batteries to leak or overheat.

• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institution’s rules that apply in your country/area.

Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)

The Auto Multi-Channel ACoustic Calibration (MCACC) setup uses the supplied setup microphone to measure and analyze the test tone that is outputted by the speakers. This setup enables automatic high precision measuring and settings; utilizing it will create an optimum user listening environment.

Important

• Measure in a quiet environment.

• If you have a tripod, use it to place the microphone so that it’s about ear level at your normal listening position. Otherwise, place the microphone at ear level using a table or a chair.

• Accurate measurements may not be possible if there are obstacles between the speakers and the listening position (microphone).

• When measuring, step away from the listening position, and operate using the remote control from the external side of all the speakers.

Connect the supplied setup microphone.

ADVANCED

MCACC

PHONES

The

MCACC

SETUP MIC

Full Auto MCACC

FL OFF

SPEAKERS CONTROL – MULTI-ZONE – ON / OFFBANDTUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET ENTER

AUTO SURR/ALC/

INPUT SELECTOR

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

STREAM DIRECT

MCACC

SETUP MIC

Microphone

Tripod

screen appears on your TV.

1a.Full Auto MCACC

A/V RECEIVER

Speaker System : Normal(SB/FH

EQ Type : ---

MCACC : M1.MEMORY 1 Measurement Type : Basic

START

Exit Return

)

ADVANCED

STANDARD

SURROUND

iPod iPhoneHDMI

iPod iPhone

DIRECT

CONTROLSTATUS

5V 1 A

HDMI 5 INPUT

Press MAIN RECEIVER on the remote control

and operate.

• When the cursor is brought to

Basic

is selected, the

Speaker Distance Expert

allows you to automatically adjust

Speaker Setting/Channel Level

is adjusted automatically. Selecting

Wave/Acoustic Cal EQ

well.

Bring the cursor to START and press the ENTER

Measurement Type

and

Standing

(frequency characteristics) as

button.

• Automatic measuring will start.

• Measuring will take about 3 to 12 minutes.

Follow the instructions on-screen.

• Automatic setting is complete when the Home Menu screen appears.

HOME MENU

1. Advanced MCACC

2. MCACC Data Check

3. Data Management

4. System Setup

5. Network Information

6. Operation Mode Setup

Reverse Phase

• If

MASTER VOLUME

may be inverted. Check the speaker connections. Even if the connections are correct,

A/V RECEIVER

Exit Return

is displayed, the speaker’s wiring (+ and –)

Reverse Phase

may be displayed, depending on the speakers and the surrounding environment. This does not affect measurements, however, so select

Go Next

• If the power cuts out, the core of the speaker cable may be in contact with the rear panel, or the (+) and (–) cores may be touching, causing the protection circuits to activate. Re-twist the core of the speaker cable, and connect it so that it does not protrude from the speaker terminal.

Make sure the setup microphone is

disconnected.

Basic playback

Switch on the playback component.

Multichannel playback

STANDBY/ON

ALL ZONE STBY

RECEIVER

MAIN

SOURCE CONTROL

DVDBD

USBADPTROKU

iPod

TUNER

INPUT

STATUS

AUDIO P. VIDEO P.

TOP MENU

HOME MENU

SOURCE

SUB ZONE CONTROL

Z2 Z3 HDZ

HDMI

SAT

VOL

OUT P.

ENTER

MHL

NET

ALL

VOLUME

MUTE

TOOLS

RETURN

E.g.) Turn the Blu-ray Disc player connected to the

BD IN

terminal on.

Switch the input of the receiver.

E.g.) Press BD to select the BD input.

Press AUTO to select ’AUTO SURROUND’.

Also press

SURR

your preferred listening mode.

Start the playback component’s playback.

E.g.) Start playback of the Blu-ray Disc player.

Use VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume level.

• When a sound can not be heard from center and rear speakers, press E.g.) Press the

EXT.STEREO When there is no sound from the subwoofer

•

Cause – The front speaker is set to LARGE.

ADV

SURR

ADV

for multichannel playback. Select

ADV

to change listening modes.

button for several times to select

HDMI

When a 2-channel audio source is input, the low-frequency

LISTENING MODE

SURRAUTO

MPX

PRESET TUNE

546

D.ACCESS

CLR

DIMMER SLEEP

CH LV.

ADV

BAND PTY

AUDIO

DISP

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component is not output from the subwoofer but is output from the front speaker.

Solution – To output from the subwoofer, change the speaker setting.

Method 1: Change the front speaker setting to

SMALL

The low-frequency component is not output from the front speaker but is output from the subwoofer. When the lowfrequency playback capability of the front speaker is high, we recommend the setting not be changed.

Method 2: Change the subwoofer setting to

PLUS

The low-frequency component is output from the front speaker and subwoofer. For that reason, low sounds are sometimes output too much. In such a case, we recommend not to change or to change to Method 1.

RECEIVER

• For details, see “Speaker Setting” of the operating instructions.

• When no sound is emitted, increase the volume to approximately –30 dB.

Note

• When the remote control cannot be used to operate the unit – When operating the receiver, press

MAIN RECEIVER

before using it.

– When operating functions such as the network, TUNER, or

iPod, press the appropriate function button (

iPod

, etc.) before using.

NET, TUNER

Listening to the radio

Press TUNER to select the tuner.

If necessary, press

Press TUNE +/– to tune to a station.

• Press and hold

will start searching for the next station.

• If you’re listening to an FM station but the reception is

weak, press to the mono reception mode.

Saving station presets

If you often listen to a particular radio station, it’s convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for easy recall whenever you want to listen to that station.

Press TOOLS while receiving a signal from the

station you want to store.

The preset number is blinking.

Press PRESET +/– to select the station preset

you want, then press ENTER.

The preset number stop blinking and the receiver stores the station.

Listening to station presets

You will need to have some presets stored to do this.

Press PRESET +/– to select the station preset

you want.

BAND

to change the band (FM or AM).

TUNE +/–

MPX

to select FM MONO and set the receiver

for about a second. The receiver

Basic playback (continued)

Playing an iPod

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

Connect your iPod.

An iPod/iPhone can be connected to the receiver.

ADVANCED

FL OFF

MCACC

SPEAKERS CONTROL – MULTI-ZONE – ON / OFFBANDTUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET ENTER

AUTO SURR/ALC/

INPUT SELECTOR

STANDBY/ON

included with the iPod

Press iPod USB to select the iPod/USB input.

STREAM DIRECT

MCACC

PHONES

SETUP MIC

USB cable

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

Use

to select a category, then press

/

ENTER to browse that category.

• To return to the previous level any time, press

Use

to browse the selected category (e.g.,

/

albums).

• Use

Continue browsing until you arrive at what

to move to previous/next levels.

/

you want to play, then press  to start playback.

iPod iPhoneHDMI

iPod iPhone

ADVANCED

STANDARD

STATUS

DIRECT

CONTROL

SURROUND

5 V 1 A

MASTER VOLUME

5V 1 A

HDMI 5 INPUT

iPod/iPhone

RETURN

Listening to Internet radio stations

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

Important

• When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract with an Internet service provider is required. For more details, contact your nearest Internet service provider.

• To listen to Internet radio stations, you must have high- speed broadband Internet access. With a 56 K or ISDN modem, you may not enjoy the full benefits of Internet radio.

• Access to content provided by third parties requires a high speed internet connection and may also require account registration and a paid subscription. Third party content services may be changed, suspended, interrupted, or discontinued at any time without notice, and Pioneer disclaims any liability in connection with such occurrences. Pioneer does not represent or warrant that content services will continue to be provided or available for a particular period of time, and any such warranty, express or implied, is disclaimed.

Press NET repeatedly to select the INTERNET

RADIO input.

It may take several seconds for this receiver to access the network.

Use

play back, and then press ENTER.

to select the Internet radio station to

/

To enjoy the many functions of the

unit to the fullest extent

Launch AVNavigator, and use the “Interactive Operation Guide”.

Load the CD-ROM into your computer and download the “Operating Instructions” (PDF) from the menu screen to read.

Functions

Playing a USB device

Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music

Playback with NETWORK feature

Setting the Audio options

Setting the Video options

Using the MULTI-ZONE controls

FAQ

Glossary

Features index

Note

• This unit supports AirPlay. For details, see “Using AirPlay on iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and iTunes” of the operating

instructions and the Apple website (http://www.apple. com).

• This unit’s software can be updated (“Software Update” of the operating instructions). With Mac OS, it can be updated using Safari (“Using Safari to update the firmware” of the operating instructions).

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