Pioneer VSX-LX101 Basic Manual

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Advanced Manual found here

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Basic
Manual

VSX-LX101

AV Receiver

Hookup

Step1: Choose your Speaker Layout .......................................3

Step2: Connect the Speakers ..................................................9

Step3: Connect the TV ..........................................................11

Step4: Connect the AV Components .....................................13

Step5: Connect Other Cables ................................................16

Setup

Step6: Power On & Initial Setup ............................................17

HDMI Setup ...........................................................................18

Playback

Basic Playback ......................................................................19

Network Functions .................................................................20

Others ....................................................................................22

Part Names

Front Panel ............................................................................24

Rear Panel ............................................................................25

Remote Controller .................................................................26

Display ...................................................................................26

This manual includes information needed when starting up and also
instructions for frequently used operations. The "Advanced Manual" is
available on the internet with details about the playback features/
listening modes/settings details, specifications, and troubleshooting.
The Advanced Manual is created in a format that makes it easy to read
on a PC or Smartphone.

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What's in the box

1. Main unit 2. Remote controller (RC-914R) ×1, Batteries (AAA/R03) ×2

3. Indoor FM antenna ×1 4. AM loop antenna ×1 5. Speaker setup microphone ×1

6. Power cord ×1

Main features

This unit is connected between your TV and your AV components. To play, select the source with the input
selector. You can connect 7.1ch of speakers to this unit, with 7ch at 140 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9%THD) (North
American models) / 130 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1%THD) (Taiwanese models) per channel plus a powered subwoofer
pre out jack.

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Supports playback in Dolby Atmos format which provides 360e sound placement

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The HDMI jack supports 4K video input and output. Jacks IN1 to 3 and OUT support HDCP2.2

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HDMI CEC functionality: Control features such as linking input switching with the input selector and players
conforming to the CEC standard, switching audio output and volume using the remote controller of a CEC­compliant TV, and automatically switching this unit to standby when the TV is turned off

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HDMI Standby Through: Video and audio signals from AV components can be transmitted to the TV even if this
unit is in standby

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ARC: Connection with an ARC-compatible TV is complete with one HDMI cable

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Easy Initial Setup using onscreen guidance and On-Screen Display (OSD) showing operations on the TV

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Internet radio and AirPlay via wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) and network features such as Music Server
that enables PC music file playback, USB playback, plus other playback features such as AM/FM radio and
BLUETOOTH

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Playback formats supported by Music Server and USB include WAV, FLAC and DSD high-res source

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We plan to provide support for the DTS:X audio format through a firmware update for this unit. Refer to our
homepage for more information.

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CAUTION: Connect speakers with 6 Ω to 16 Ω impedance. The power cord must be connected only after
all other cable connections are completed.

0 We will not accept responsibility for damage arising from the connection of equipment manufactured by

other companies.

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Step1: Choose your Speaker Layout

For 5.1-Channel System

This is a 5.1-channel system that is the basic surround system.
Front speakers output front stereo sound and a center speaker outputs center
sound such as dialogs and vocals. Surround speakers create back sound
field. Powered subwoofer reproduces bass sounds and creates rich sound
field. The front speakers should be positioned at ear height, while the
surround speakers should be positioned just above ear height. Center
speaker should be set up facing the listening position. Place the powered
subwoofer towards the front. Placing it between the center speaker and a front
speaker gives you a natural sound even when playing music.

0 The front speakers, center speaker, and surround speakers are counted as

5 channels, and the powered subwoofer is counted as 0.1 of a channel,
giving us the name 5.1ch system.

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Front Speakers

Center Speaker

Surround Speakers

Powered Subwoofer

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For 7.1-Channel System (with
Surround Back Speakers)

This is a system with surround back speakers added to the basic 5.1-channel
system. The connection of surround back speakers improves the sense of
envelopment and connectivity of sound created by the back sound field and
provides a more real sound field. You can select the Dolby Atmos listening
mode, which realizes the most up-to-date 3D surround sound, when the input
format is Dolby Atmos. With formats other than Dolby Atmos, you can still
create a sound field by outputting sound from the surround back speakers
when you select the Dolby Surround listening mode. The optimal positioning is
for surround back speakers to be at ear height. Place the surround speakers
in a more slightly forward position than you would in a 5.1-channel system.

0 If you are including surround back speakers in the setup, surround

speakers are required.

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3

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Surround Back Speakers

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3´ (0.9 m)
or more

For 7.1-Channel System
(with Height Speaker-A)

This is a basic 5.1-channel system with the addition of height speakers, either
as front high speakers or rear high speakers. Select which speakers to setup
according to the environment of the room. You can select the Dolby Atmos
listening mode (5.1.2 channel playback), which realizes the most up-to-date
3D surround sound including overhead sounds, when the input format is Dolby
Atmos. With formats other than Dolby Atmos, you can still create a sound field
by outputting sound from the height speakers when you select the Dolby
Surround listening mode. Front high speakers or rear high speakers should be
situated at least 0.9 m higher than the front speakers. Front high speakers
should be situated directly above the front speakers and the distance between
the rear high speakers should match the distance between the front speakers.
Both should be set up facing the listening position.

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2

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Height Speakers

Choose one of the following:

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Front High Speakers

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Rear High Speakers

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For 7.1-Channel System
(with Height Speaker-B)

This is a basic 5.1-channel system using ceiling speakers, for example, with
the addition of height speakers, either as top front speakers, top middle
speakers, or top rear speakers. Select which speakers to setup according to
the environment of the room. You can select the Dolby Atmos listening mode
(5.1.2 channel playback), which realizes the most up-to-date 3D surround
sound including overhead sounds, when the input format is Dolby Atmos. With
formats other than Dolby Atmos, you can still create a sound field by
outputting sound from the height speakers when you select the Dolby
Surround listening mode. Fit top front speakers on the ceiling forward of the
seating position, top middle speakers on the ceiling directly above the seating
position, and top rear speakers on the ceiling behind the seating position. The
distance between each pair should match the distance between the two front
speakers.

0 Dolby Laboratories recommends placing this type of height speakers to

obtain the best Dolby Atmos effect.

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2

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Height Speakers

Choose one of the following:

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Top Front Speakers

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Top Middle Speakers

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Top Rear Speakers

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For 7.1-Channel System
(with Height Speakers-C)

This is a basic 5.1-channel system that using Dolby enabled speakers, with
the addition of height speakers, either as Dolby enabled speakers (front) or
Dolby enabled speakers (surround). Select which speakers to setup according
to the environment of the room. Dolby enabled speakers are special speakers
designed to face the ceiling so that sound is heard after bouncing off the
ceiling so that sound appears to be coming from overhead. You can select the
Dolby Atmos listening mode (5.1.2 channel playback), which realizes the most
up-to-date 3D surround sound including overhead sounds, when the input
format is Dolby Atmos. With formats other than Dolby Atmos, you can still
create a sound field by outputting sound from the height speakers when you
select the Dolby Surround listening mode. Place them either above the front
speakers or above the surround speakers. If they are integrated Dolby
enabled speakers, put in place of the front speakers or the surround speakers.

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Height Speakers

Choose one of the following:

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Dolby Enabled Speakers (Front)

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Dolby Enabled Speakers (Surround)

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For Bi-Amping the Speakers

It is possible to connect front speakers supporting Bi-Amping to improve
quality of the bass and treble. The maximum number of channels available
with this connection is 5.1 because Bi-Amping speakers require one amplifier
for the tweeter jacks and one amplifier for the woofer jacks. The effects and
placements for speakers are the same as the 5.1-channel plan that doesn't
use Bi-Amping speakers.

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Front Speakers (Bi-Amping)

Center Speaker

Surround Speakers

Powered Subwoofer

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Step2: Connect the Speakers

Connect 123456 for a 5.1-channel system.
For a 7.1-channel system, select either surround back
speakers or height speakers, and connect 78.
Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. The
same signal is output from each of the SUBWOOFER
jacks.

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(12 mm)

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in case of:
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Setup

0 The speaker configuration is set to

12345678 audio output by default. If there
are speakers you won't be connecting, you need to
change the settings in Initial Setup, "1. Full Auto
MCACC" (
speakers you are not connecting is sent to other
speakers.

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1 Speaker cable, 2 Subwoofer cable

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Make sure the exposed wires of the speakers do not stick out of
the speaker terminals when connecting. If the exposed wires of
the speakers touch the rear panel or the + and – wires touch each
other, the protection circuit will be activated.

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For high­frequency

For low­frequency

Connect front speakers compatible with Bi-Amping
connection to the FRONT jacks and the SURROUND
BACK or HEIGHT jacks. Make sure you remove the
jumper bar fitted between the woofer jacks and tweeter
jacks of the front speakers. In case of Bi-Amping
connection, refer to the instruction manual of your

1/2˝

(12 mm)

speakers. Up to two powered subwoofers can be
connected. The same signal is output from each of the
SUBWOOFER jacks.

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0 Bi-Amping connection requires you to change
some settings. Select "Yes" in "Bi-Amp" in "1. Full
Auto MCACC" (

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1 Speaker cable, 2 Subwoofer cable

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Make sure the exposed wires of the speakers do not stick out of
the speaker terminals when connecting. If the exposed wires of
the speakers touch the rear panel or the + and – wires touch each
other, the protection circuit will be activated.

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Step3: Connect the TV

This unit is connected between your TV and AV
components. If you connect two or more AV components,
you can select the video displayed on the TV and the
audio output from this unit by changing the input selector.
Shown here are the connections for a TV that supports
the ARC (Audio Return Channel) feature. By connecting
with a single HDMI cable, you can not only output the
video input to this unit to the TV, but you can also play the
sound from the TV through this unit.
Choose an HDMI IN jack on the TV that supports ARC
when connecting.

if you have:
ARC TV

Setup

0 Settings are required to use the ARC function.
Select "Yes" in "4. Audio Return Channel" (
in the Initial Setup.
0 Please refer to the TV's operation manual for
directions on connections and setup for the TV.

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HDMI IN (ARC)

1 HDMI cable

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TV

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This unit is connected between your TV and AV
components. If you connect two or more AV components,
you can select the video displayed on the TV and the
audio output from this unit by changing the input selector.
This describes the connections for a TV that does not
support the ARC (Audio Return Channel) feature. By
connecting with both an HDMI cable and a digital optical
cable, you can not only output the video input to this unit
to the TV, but you can also play the sound from the TV
through this unit.

0 Connection with a digital optical cable is not necessary

if you will watch TV through a device such as a cable
set-top box (that is, not use a tuner built into the TV).

if you have:
Non-ARC TV

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TV

1 HDMI cable, 2 Digital optical cable

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Cable/Satellite set-top
box

Streaming media
player

Step4: Connect the AV Components

This is an example of connection with an AV component
that has an HDMI jack. With connection to an AV
component that conforms with the CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control) standard, you can use features such
as the HDMI CEC feature that links with the input selector,
and the HDMI Standby Through feature which allows you
to play video and audio from AV components on the TV
even when this unit is in standby mode.

0 To play 4K or 1080p video, use a high speed HDMI

cable. Further, to enjoy HDCP2.2 compatible video,
connect to the HDMI IN1 to IN3 jacks.

if you have:
HDMI AV Components

Setup

0 HDMI setup (
CEC and HDMI Standby Through features. Make
settings after all connections are complete.
0 To enjoy digital surround sound including Dolby
Digital, audio output should be set to "Bitstream
output" on the connected Blu-ray Disc player or
other device.

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1 HDMI cable

BD/DVD

1

GAME

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This is an example of connection with an AV component
that does not have an HDMI jack. Make the connections
to the AV component to match the jacks it has. When
video input connection is to the CBL/SAT jack, the audio
input connection should also be to the CBL/SAT jacks,
and so on, so that you connect the video input jacks to the
jacks with the same name as the audio input jacks. Note
that video signals input to the VIDEO IN jack will be
upconverted to HDMI signals and then output from the
HDMI OUT jack.

if you have:
Non-HDMI AV Components

Cable/Satellite set-top
box

1 Analog audio/video cable

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Turntable

Example of a connection with an audio component. You
can also connect a turntable that has an MM-type
cartridge to the PHONO jack.

0 If the turntable has a built-in audio equalizer, connect it

to another AUDIO IN jack. Further, if the turntable uses
an MC type cartridge, install an audio equalizer
compatible with the MC type cartridge between the unit
and the turntable, then connect to any AUDIO IN jack
other than the PHONO jack.

If the turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the SIGNAL GND
terminal of this unit.

if you have:
Audio Components

1 Digital coaxial cable, 2 Analog audio cable

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1

CD

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AM

FM

Step5: Connect Other Cables

Antenna Hookup

Move the antenna around while playing the radio to find
the position with the best reception. Use a thumb tack or
similar to attach the indoor FM antenna to a wall.

AM loop antenna

Indoor FM antenna

Network Hookup

Connect this unit to the network using wired LAN or Wi-Fi
(wireless LAN). You can enjoy network features such as
internet radio, Music Server, and AirPlay by connecting the
unit to the network.
If you connect by wired LAN, connect with an Ethernet
cable to the NETWORK port as shown in the illustration.
To connect by Wi-Fi, then after selecting "Wireless" in "3.
Network Connection" (
desired setting method and follow the onscreen
instructions to configure the connection.

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Power Cord Hookup

This unit includes removable power cords. Connect the
power cord to the power outlet after completing all other
connections. Connect the power cord to AC IN of the unit
and then connect to the outlet. Always disconnect the
outlet side first when disconnecting the power cord.

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Step6: Power On & Initial Setup

Initial Setup starts automatically

1. Full Auto MCACC

Once all connections are complete, change the TV's input
to the input for this unit, inset batteries in the remote
controller, and press Í to turn the power on. When you
turn the unit on for the first time, Initial Setup is
automatically shown on the TV to enable you to make
settings required for startup using simple operations
following onscreen guidance.
These instructions will guide you through some items that
you need to check beforehand. Read beforehand so the

Place the supplied speaker setup microphone in the
listening position, measure the test tones emitted by the
speakers, then the unit automatically sets the optimum
volume level for each speaker, the crossover frequencies,
and the distance from the listening position. This also
enables correction of distortion caused by the acoustic
environment of the room.

setup goes smoothly.

Initial Setup

Language Select

English

Deutsch

Français

Español

Italiano

Nederlands

Svenska

MCACC
SETUP MIC

a

b

Operation

Select the item with the cursors of the remote controller
and press ENTER (a). To return to the previous screen,
press (b).

To redo the Initial Setup

If you terminate the procedure on the way or want to
change a setting made during Initial Setup, press on
the remote controller, select "System Setup" –
"Miscellaneous" – "Initial Setup" from Home, and press
ENTER.

0 Use a tripod or similar to place the speaker setup

microphone at ear height.

0 The subwoofer sound may not be detected since it is

extremely low frequencies. Set the subwoofer volume to
more than halfway.

0 Calibration takes several minutes to be completed. The

speakers emit the test tone at high volume during
measurement, so be careful of your surroundings. Keep
the room as quiet as possible during measurement. If
the measurement is interrupted, turn off the household
appliances.

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Wi-Fi Setup

SSID

When finished, select the "OK" key.

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HDMI Setup

2. Source Connection

Check that each input source is connected correctly. Follow
the guidance, select the input you want to confirm, start
play of the selected player, and confirm that the images
appear on the TV and that sound is played.

3. Network Connection

Set up Wi-Fi connection with an access point such as a
wireless LAN router. There are the following two methods of
connecting by Wi-Fi:
"Scan Networks": Search for an access point from this
unit. Find out the SSID of the access point beforehand.
"Use iOS Device (iOS7 or later)": Share the iOS device's
Wi-Fi settings with this unit.
If you select "Scan Networks", there are a further two
choices of connection method. Check the following.

0 "Enter Password": Enter the password (or key) of the

access point to connect.

0 "Push Button": If the access point has an automatic

connection button, you can connect without entering a
password.

0 If the SSID of the access point is not displayed, then in

the screen listing the SSIDs, select "Other..." with the 
cursor on the remote controller and press ENTER, then
follow the onscreen instructions.

Keyboard input

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To switch between upper and lower case, select "A/a" on
the screen and press ENTER. To select whether to mask
the password with "＊" or display it in plain text, press +Fav
on the remote controller. Press CLEAR to delete all the
input characters.

0 A confirmation screen asking you to agree to the privacy

policy is displayed during network setting. Select "Yes"
and press ENTER to indicate agreement.

4. Audio Return Channel

If you have connected a TV that supports ARC, select
"Yes". This unit's ARC setting turns on and you can listen to
the TV's audio through this unit.

HDMI CEC

Make this setting to enable the control feature for devices
complying with the CEC standard. This is set to on
automatically if you have selected "Yes" in "4. Audio Return
Channel" in the Initial Setup.
Press the button on the remote controller to set "System
Setup" – "Hardware" – "HDMI" – "HDMI CEC" to "On" on
the TV screen. Also enable the CEC control feature on the
CEC device you have connected.

HDMI

HDMI CEC

HDMI Standby Through

Audio TV Out

Audio Return Channel

Auto Delay

On

Auto(Eco)

Auto

Auto

On

HDMI Standby Through

Even if this unit is in standby, the input signals from AV
components are transmitted to the TV.

0 "Auto" / "Auto (Eco)": Select one of these settings

when connected AV components comply with the CEC
standard. Irrespective of the input selector selected
immediately before switching the unit to standby, you can
transmit the input signals from AV components to the TV.
Select "Auto (Eco)" if the TV is also CEC-compliant. You
can reduce power consumption in standby mode.

0 "Input selector names for BD/DVD, etc.": You can

transmit the input signals from the set input selector to
the TV. It can be selected when "HDMI CEC" is set to
"Off".

0 "Last": You can transfer the input signals of the input

selector selected immediately prior to the unit being
switched to standby. It can be selected when "HDMI
CEC" is set to "Off".

To exit the settings, press .

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Basic Playback

AV Component Playback

a

f

e

1. Switch the input on the TV to that assigned to
the unit.

2. Press the input selector (a) on the remote
controller with the same name as the jack to
which you connected the player to switch the
input.
For example, press BD/DVD to play the
player connected to the BD/DVD jack. Press
TV to listen the TV's sound.
You can also select input with the 21
buttons.

0 When the CEC link function works, the

input switches automatically when you
have connected a CEC compliant TV and
player to this unit using HDMI connection.

3. Start play on the player.

4. Use VOL+/– (b) to adjust the volume.

d

c

Listening Mode

This unit is equipped with a variety of listening
modes. For details on the listening modes, see
the Advanced Manual. This section introduces
some of the popular modes.

0 A future firmware update is planned to enable

this unit to support playback in DTS Neural:X
audio format. Neo:6 Cinema and Neo:6 Music
are available until an update.

AUTO/DIRECT button (c)

You can select the Auto Surround, Direct, and
Pure Direct modes. In either case, for 2 channel
input signals the Stereo mode is automatically
selected that plays only from the front speakers
and subwoofer, and for multi-channel input
signals listening modes are automatically
selected that match the input signal, so Dolby

Digital for Dolby Digital sources, and DTS-HD
Master Audio for DTS-HD Master Audio. The
Direct mode shuts down some processing that
can affect sound quality, such as the tone
control features, so you can enjoy even better
sound quality. The Pure Direct mode shuts
down even more processes that affects sound
quality, so you get a more faithful reproduction
of the original sound. In this case, the speaker
calibration made with MCACC is disabled.

0 Depending on the input signal and speaker

configuration, the Dolby Surround and DTS
Neural:X modes that expand 2 channel and

5.1 channel input signals to 5.1 channel and

7.1 channel may be automatically selected.

SURR button (d)

You can select a variety of listening modes to
suit your taste. There are the Dolby Digital,
DTS-HD Master Audio, and Stereo modes that
you can choose to suit the input signal, or the
Dolby Surround and DTS Neural:X modes that
can expand 2 channel and 5.1 channel input
signals to 5.1 or 7.1 channels. You can also
enjoy original surround modes such as
Ext.Stereo and Drama modes.

STEREO button (e)

You can select the "Stereo" mode to playback
only from the front speakers and subwoofer.

The listening mode last selected for the source
is remembered for each of the AUTO/DIRECT,
SURR, and STEREO buttons. If content you
play is not supported by the listening mode you
selected last, the listening mode that is standard
for that content is selected automatically.
Press (f) repeatedly to switch the display of
the main unit in order of:

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a

b

Network Functions

Network Services

1. Switch the input on the TV to that assigned to the unit.

2. Press NET to display the network service list screen.

3. Select the item with the cursors of the remote controller
and press ENTER to confirm your selection (a). To
return to the previous screen, press (b).

Internet Radio

When this unit is connected to a network, you can listen to
TuneIn or other preregistered Internet radio services. After
selecting the desired service, follow the on-screen
instructions, using the cursors to select radio stations and
programs, then press ENTER to play. Play starts when
100% is displayed for buffering.

Music Server

You can play music files stored on home-network
compliant PCs or NAS devices connected to the same
network as this unit. Select the server with the cursors,
select the desired music file and press ENTER to start
playback. Play starts when 100% is displayed for buffering.

a

USB

Play music files on a USB storage device.

0 Operation cannot be guaranteed for all USB storage

devices.

1. Plug your USB storage device with the music files into
the USB port on the front of the unit.

2. Press USB on the remote controller.

3. Select the desired folder or music file with the cursors of
the remote controller and press ENTER to confirm and
start playback (a).

0 This unit can use USB storage devices that comply with

the USB mass storage device class standard. The unit
is also compatible with USB storage devices using the
FAT16 or FAT32 file system formats.

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Notes:

0 Network services become selectable after the network
starts up even if they cannot be selected first.
0 Functionality may be introduced by firmware updates and
service providers may cease services, meaning that some
network services and content may become unavailable in
the future. Furthermore, available services may vary
depending on your area of residence.

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iPhone
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AirPlay

You can wirelessly enjoy the music files on an iPhone®,
iPod touch
as this unit.

0 Update the OS version on your iOS device to the latest

1. Connect the iOS device to the access point.

2. Press NET.

3. Tap the AirPlay icon in the control center of the iOS

4. Play the music files on the iOS device.

0 The default status is for the Network Standby feature to

0 Due to the characteristics of AirPlay wireless

You can also play back music files on the computer with
iTunes (Ver. 10.2 or later). Before operation, make sure
this unit and the PC are connected to the same network,
then press NET on this unit. Next, click the AirPlay icon
in iTunes, select this unit from the list of devices displayed,
and start play of a music file.

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, or iPad® connected to the same access point

version.

device and select this unit from the list of devices
displayed, and tap "Done".

be on, so when you do steps 3 and 4 above, this unit
automatically comes on and input switches to "NET". To
reduce the amount of power consumed in standby
mode, press the button on the remote controller,
then in the Home displayed set "System Setup" –
"Hardware" – "Power Management" – "Network
Standby" to "Off".

technology, the sound produced on this unit may slightly
be behind the sound played on the AirPlay-enabled
device.

VSX-XXXXX

BLUETOOTH® Playback

Pairing

1. When you press BT AUDIO on the remote controller,
"Now Pairing..." is displayed on this unit's display, and
the pairing mode is enabled.

2. Enable (turn on) the BLUETOOTH function of the
BLUETOOTH enabled device, then select this unit from
amongst the devices displayed.
If a password is requested, enter "0000".

0 To connect another BLUETOOTH enabled device, press

and hold BT AUDIO until "Now Pairing..." is displayed,
then perform step 2 above. This unit can store the data
of up to 8 paired devices.

0 The coverage area is 48 feet (15 meters). Note that

connection is not always guaranteed with all
BLUETOOTH enabled devices.

Playing Back

1. When the unit is on, connect the BLUETOOTH enabled
device.

2. The input selector of this unit will be automatically
switched to "BLUETOOTH".

3. Play music. Increase the volume of the BLUETOOTH
enabled device to an appropriate level.

0 Due to the characteristics of BLUETOOTH wireless

technology, the sound produced on this unit may slightly
be behind the sound played on the BLUETOOTH
enabled device.

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c

d

e

Others

Listening To the Radio

a

b

1. Press TUNER (a) on the remote controller repeatedly to select either
"AM" or "FM" on the display.

2. Press MODE (c) on the remote controller, so that the "TunMode: Auto" is
displayed on the display.

3. When you press the  /  cursor (b) buttons on the remote controller,
automatic tuning starts, and searching stops when a station is found.
When tuned into a radio station, the "TUNED" indicator on the display
lights.

You can preset up to 40 stations.

1. Tune into the AM/FM radio station you want to register.

2. Press +Fav (d) on the remote controller or +FAVORITE on the main unit
so that the preset number on the display flashes.

3. While the preset number is flashing (about 8 seconds), repeatedly press
the  /  cursor (b) buttons on the remote controller to select a number
between 1 and 40.

4. Press +Fav (d) again on the remote controller or +FAVORITE on the
main unit to register the station. When registered, the preset number
stops flashing. To select a preset radio station, press the  /  cursor (b)
buttons on the remote controller.

0 To delete a preset station, press the  /  cursor (b) buttons on the

remote controller to select the preset number you want to delete, press
+Fav (d) on the remote controller or +FAVORITE on the main unit and
then press CLEAR (e) while the preset number is flashing. When
deleted, the number on the display goes off.

Frequency step setting

Press the button on the remote controller to select "System Setup" –
"Miscellaneous" – "Tuner" – "AM/FM Frequency Step" and select the
frequency step for your area. For Taiwanese models, the setting is "10 kHz
/ 0.2 MHz" at the time of purchase. Please change it to "9 kHz / 0.05 MHz".
Note that when this setting is changed, all radio presets are deleted.

AV Adjust

By pressing the button on the remote controller during play, you can
adjust frequently used settings, such as the sound quality, using on-screen
menus. Select the item with the cursors of the remote controller and press
ENTER to confirm your selection. To return to the previous screen, press

.

AV Adjust

Tone

Level

MCACC

Other

0 You can adjust the sound quality with "Tone". "Other" includes settings

such as "Sound Delay" that allows you to adjust the audio delay when
the video is behind the audio, "Sound Retriever" that provides better
sound quality for compressed audio.

Bass

Treble

BD/DVD

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Home

When you press on the remote controller, the Home is
displayed and you can make settings in the various menus.
Select the item with the cursors of the remote controller and
press ENTER to confirm your selection. To return to the
previous screen, press .

"System Setup": Advanced settings to provide you with an
even better experience.
"MCACC": Setup the speakers automatically or make
desired changes to the equalizer.
"Network/Bluetooth": Make Wi-Fi connection settings or
settings related to BLUETOOTH.

When the unit is operating erratically
(Resetting this unit)

Restarting the unit may help it operate more smoothly. To
restart the unit, turn it to standby, and then press
Í STANDBY/ON on the main unit for at least 5 seconds.
(The unit’s settings will be maintained.) If there is no
improvement even after the unit is restarted, try
disconnecting and reconnecting the power cords of the unit
and connected equipment. When there is still no
improvement, resetting the unit to the status at the time of
shipment may solve the problem. If you reset the unit
status, your preferences will be reset to the defaults. Note
them down before the operation below.

How to reset the unit

1. While holding down AUTO/DIRECT on the main unit,

press Í STANDBY/ON on the main unit.

2. "Clear" appears on the display and the unit returns to
standby. Do not unplug the power cord until "Clear"
disappears from the display.

To reset the remote controller, while holding down MODE,
press until the remote indicator flash twice (about
3 seconds).

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16

15

22

18 2117

43

19 20

Front Panel

1. INPUT SELECTOR dial: Switch the input to be played.

2. MCACC indicator: This lights when you have enabled the
speaker calibration made with MCACC.

3. FL OFF indicator: This lights when you have pressed
DIMMER repeatedly to turn the display off.

4. DIMMER button: Switches the brightness of the display.

5. TUNING MODE

6. +FAVORITE button: Registers a radio station.

7. HOME MENU button: Displays the Home.

8. Display (

9. Cursor buttons (TUNE / PRESET button) and
ENTER button: Select the item with the cursors and
press ENTER to confirm your selection. When using the
TUNER, select the frequency with TUNE, or select
preset stations with PRESET.

10.

NETWORK indicator: When the power of the unit is on,



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button

: Switches the tuning mode.

this lights when "NET" is selected with the input selector
and the unit is connected to the network. If the unit is in
standby mode, this lights when functions such as HDMI
CEC and network standby are enabled.

11.

WIRELESS indicator: Lights when the unit is connected
to the wireless network.

12.

Remote control sensor

13.

RETURN button: Returns the display to the previous
state.

14.

MASTER VOLUME: Allows you to adjust the volume.

15.

Í STANDBY/ON button: Turns the unit on or into
standby mode.

16.

PHONES jack: Stereo headphones with a standard plug
(1/4 inch or ø6.3 mm) are connected.

17.

MCACC SETUP MIC jack: The supplied speaker setup
microphone is connected.

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18.

Listening mode button: Select the listening mode.

19.

SOUND RETRIEVER button: Turns on/off the Sound
Retriever function that provides better sound quality for
compressed audio.

20.

PURE DIRECT button: Swithes to the Pure Direct mode.

21.

USB port: A USB storage device is connected so that
music files stored in it can be played. You can also
supply power (5V/1A) to USB devices with a USB cable.

22.

AUX INPUT jack: A video camera or such other device is
connected.

> Before start > Hookup > Setup > Playback >Part Names

Rear Panel

1

1. DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks: Input TV or AV
component digital audio signals with a digital optical
cable or digital coaxial cable.

2. ANTENNA AM LOOP/FM 75Ω terminal: The supplied
antennas are connected.

3. VIDEO IN jacks: Input the AV component video signals
with an analog video cable.

4. NETWORK port: Connect to the network with an
Ethernet cable.

5. HDMI OUT jacks: Transmit video signals and audio
signals with a HDMI cable connected to a TV.

6. HDMI IN jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals
with a HDMI cable connected to an AV component.

7. Wireless antenna: Used for Wi-Fi connection or when
using a BLUETOOTH enabled device. Adjust their

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7

12

angles according to the connection status.

8. AC IN: The supplied power cord is connected.

9. SIGNAL GND terminal: The ground wire of the turntable
is connected.

10.

AUDIO IN jacks: Input AV component audio signal with
an analog audio cable.

11.

SPEAKERS terminals: Connect speakers with speaker
cables.

12.

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack: Connect a powered
subwoofer with a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered
subwoofers can be connected. The same signal is output
from each of the SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks.

8

7

90°

180°

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9

10

1

2

4

3

6

8

7

5

11

12

14

13

15

Approx.5 m

Remote Controller

1. Í button: Turns the unit on or into standby mode.

2. Input selector buttons: Switches the input to be played.

3. 21 button: Select the input to be played.

4. (AV ADJUST) button: You can perform common settings on
the TV screen.

5. Cursor buttons and ENTER button: Select the item with the
cursors and press ENTER to confirm your selection.

6. button: Displays the Home.

7. Volume buttons: Allows you to adjust the volume. This button
also cancels the muting.

8. button: Temporarily mutes audio. Press again to cancel
muting.

9. LISTENING MODE buttons: Allows you to select the listening
mode.

10.

Play button: Used for play operations when playing Music Server
or USB.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

button: Used for repeat or random play operations when
playing Music Server or USB.
CLEAR button: Deletes all characters you have entered when
entering text on the TV screen.

(STATUS) button: Switches the information on the display.

button: Returns the display to the previous state.
MODE button: Switches tuning to a station between automatic
tuning and manual tuning.
+Fav button: Registers a radio station.

30°

30°

Display

14

1. This may light when performing operations with the "NET", "USB"

2. Lights in the following conditions.

3. Lights according to the type of input digital audio signals and the

4. Lights in the following conditions.

5. Lights when headphones are connected.

6. Flashes when muting is on.

7. Displays various information of the input signals.

8. Lights when adjusting the volume.

9. Speaker/Channel display: Displays the output channel that

2 3

7

input selector.

: When connected by BLUETOOTH.

: When connected by Wi-Fi.
NET: When "NET" is selected with the input selector and the unit is
connected to the network. It will flash if the connection to the network
is not correct.
USB: When "USB" is selected with the input selector and the unit is
connected by USB and the USB device is selected. Flashes if the
USB is not properly connected.
HDMI: When HDMI signals are input and the HDMI input is selected.
DIGITAL: When digital signals are input and the digital input is
selected.

listening mode.

TUNED: Receiving AM/FM radio.
STEREO: Receiving FM stereo.
SLEEP: When the sleep timer is set.
AUTO STBY: Auto Standby is on.

corresponds to the selected listening mode.

5 6

8

9

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Onkyo Corporation does not guarantee BLUETOOTH compatibility between the
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For compatibility between the AV receiver and another device with
BLUETOOTH technology, consult the device’s documentation and dealer. In
some countries, there may be restrictions on using BLUETOOTH devices.
Check with your local authorities.

Onkyo Corporation ne garantit pas la compatibilité BLUETOOTH entre l'ampli­tuner AV et tous les appareils compatibles BLUETOOTH.
Pour assurer la compatibilité entre l'ampli-tuner AV et un autre périphérique à
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Onkyo Corporation no garantiza la compatibilidad BLUETOOTH entre el receptor

de AV y todos los dispositivos con tecnología BLUETOOTH.
Para obtener información sobre la compatibi lidad entre el receptor de AV y otro
dispositivo con tecnología BLUETOOTH, co nsulte al distribuidor y la documentación
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BLUETOOTH esté restringido. Consulte con las autoridades locales.

Onkyo Corporation 不保證 AV 接收器與所有
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