Pioneer VSX-2020-K, VSX-LX53 Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

VSX-LX53

audio/video multi-channel receiver VSX-2020-K

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.

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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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.

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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.

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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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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Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries

Symbol for										These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean
equipment										that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with
										general household waste.
										For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries,
										please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national
										legislation.
										By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable
Symbol examples										resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the
for batteries										environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.
										For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries,
										please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale
										where you purchased the items.
										These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
										For countries outside the European Union:
										If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and
										ask for the correct method of disposal.

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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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CAUTION:

HOT SURFACE. DO NOT TOUCH.

The top surface over the internal heatsink may become hot when operating this product continuously.

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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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.

Contents

01 Before you start

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Checking what’s in the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operating range of remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

02 Controls and displays

Remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

03 Connecting your equipment

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Determining the speakers’ application . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Other speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Placing the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 THX speaker system setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Some tips for improving sound quality . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Installing your speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Standard surround connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Bi-amping your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Bi-wiring your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Selecting the Speaker system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Front height setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Front wide setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Speaker B setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Bi-Amping setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ZONE 2 setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

About the audio connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

About the video converter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 About HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting your TV and playback components . . . . . 22

Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI

output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Connecting your TV with no HDMI input . . . . . . . . . 24 Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, VCR and other video sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other

set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Connecting other audio components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 About the WMA9 Pro decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Connecting additional amplifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Connecting AM/FM antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Connecting external antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

MULTI-ZONE setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Making MULTI-ZONE connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Connecting to the network through LAN interface . . . 30 Connecting the Bluetooth ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the

front panel input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Connecting an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Connecting a USB device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Connecting a USB device for Advanced MCACC

output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Connecting an IR receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Operating other Pioneer components with this

unit’s sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Plugging in the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

04 Basic Setup

Switching the speaker impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Changing the OSD display language

(OSD Language). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Automatically setting up for surround sound

(Auto MCACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup . . . . 36

The Input Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Input function default and possible settings . . . . . . 37

05 Basic playback

Playing a source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Playing a source with HDMI connection . . . . . . . . . 38

Playing an iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Playing back audio files stored on an iPod. . . . . . . . 39

Playing a USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Playing back audio files stored on a USB memory device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Playing back photo files stored on a USB memory device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

About playable file formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Improving FM sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Using Neural Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Tuning directly to a station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Naming station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

An introduction to RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Listening to Internet radio stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Programming the Internet radio stations . . . . . . . . . 44

Bluetooth® ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of

Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Wireless music play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Listening to music contents of a Bluetooth wireless technology device with your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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06 Listening to your system

Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Standard surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using the Home THX modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Using Front Stage Surround Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Using Stream Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Selecting MCACC presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Better sound using Phase Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

07 Control with HDMI function

Making Control with HDMI connections . . . . . . . . . . 51

HDMI Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Before using synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 About synchronized operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 About connections with a product of a different brand that supports the Control with HDMI function. . . . . 53

Setting the PQLS function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Cautions on the Control with HDMI function . . . . . . . 53

08 Using other functions

Setting the Audio options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Setting the Video options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Switching the speaker terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Making an audio or a video recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Reducing the level of an analog signal . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Using the sleep timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Dimming the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Switching the HDMI output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Using the Web Control function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Checking your system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Resetting the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Default system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

09 Controlling the rest of your system

Operating multiple receivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Setting the remote to control other components . . . . 61 Selecting preset codes directly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Programming signals from other remote controls . . . 62 Erasing one of the remote control button settings . . . 62 Erasing all learnt settings that are in one input

function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Direct function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Setting the backlight mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Multi operation and System off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Programming a Multi operation or a shutdown sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Using multi operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Using System off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Erasing all the settings for the multi-operation . . . . 64 Resetting the remote control presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Default preset codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Controlling components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

10 The Advanced MCACC menu

Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Automatic MCACC (Expert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Manual MCACC setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Fine Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Standing Wave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Acoustic Calibration EQ Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Checking MCACC Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Speaker Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Standing Wave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Acoustic Cal EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Output MCACC data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Data Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Renaming MCACC presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Copying MCACC preset data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Clearing MCACC presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

11 The System Setup and Other Setup menus

Making receiver settings from the System Setup

menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Speaker system setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Speaker Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 X-Curve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 THX Audio Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Network Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 IP address/Proxy setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Checking the MAC address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Network Standby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 The Other Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Volume Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Remote Control Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Flicker Reduction Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 EXTENSION Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

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12 Additional information

Speaker Setting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Positional relationship between speakers and

monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 No sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Other audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 ADAPTER PORT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Professional Calibration EQ graphical output. . . . . . 88

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Web Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Important information regarding the HDMI connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 USB interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Internet radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Surround sound formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Dolby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 DTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Windows Media Audio 9 Professional . . . . . . . . . . . 93

About THX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 About iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Preset code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Our philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Radio wave caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Scope of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Radio wave reflections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Precautions regarding connections to products supported by AS-BT100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

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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

1Before you start

•Checking what’s in the box (page 8)

•Loading the batteries (page 9)

2Determining the speakers’ application (page 15)

•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 Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)

•5.1 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)

3Connecting the speakers

•Placing the speakers (page 16)

•Connecting the speakers (page 17)

•Installing your speaker system (page 18)

•Bi-amping your speakers (page 19)

4Connecting the components

•About the audio connection (page 20)

•About the video converter (page 20)

•Connecting your TV and playback components (page 22)

•Connecting AM/FM antennas (page 28)

•Plugging in the receiver (page 33)

5Switching the speaker impedance (page 34)

(Only if the impedance of the connected speakers is 6 Ω to 8 Ω)

6 Power On

7Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) (page 34)

8MCACC speaker settings

•Automatically setting up for surround sound (Auto MCACC) (page 34)

9The Input Setup menu (page 36)

(When using connections other than the recommended connections)

10 Basic playback (page 38)

11 Switching the HDMI output (page 59)

12Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired

•Using the various listening modes

•Better sound using Phase Control (page 50)

•Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 68)

•Changing the channel level while listening (Tip on page 79)

•Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Sound retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 54)

•Setting the PQLS function (page 53)

•Setting the Audio options (Tone, Loudness or Sound delay, etc.) (page 54)

•Setting the Video options (page 56)

13Other optional adjustments and settings

•Control with HDMI function (page 51)

•The Advanced MCACC menu (page 68)

•The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 77)

14Making maximum use of the remote control

•Operating multiple receivers (page 61)

•Setting the remote to control other components (page 61)

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01 Before you start

Chapter 1:

Before you start

Features

•Advanced Direct Energy design

This receiver offers a new advancement in discrete design unique to Pioneer for high-power drivability, low distortion and stable imaging.

•HDMI (Ver.1.4 with 3D, Audio Return Channel)

A compatible component is required to use the above function.

•Remote operation on an iPhone/iPod touch

Operation via LAN is possible from an iPhone or iPod touch by downloading a Pioneer original application (iControlAV) from the iTunes Store.

•iPhone/iPod playback

Your iPhone or iPod can be connected to the receiver’s USB terminal to play the music/video files on the iPhone/ iPod.

•PQLS multi surround

Jitterless high quality playback is possible by connecting a PQLS-compatible player with HDMI connections.

•Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible

Adding a pair of speakers above the front left and right speakers adds expressiveness in the vertical direction to the previous horizontally-oriented sound field. The height channel strengthens the sound field’s sense of threedimensionality and air, producing presence and expansion.

•Internet Radio

By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations.

•Bluetooth compatible

Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100) lets you enjoy music files on an iPhone or other Bluetooth wireless technology device wirelessly. (The Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100) is included with the VSX-LX53, sold separately for the VSX-2020.)

•Sound Retriever and Sound Retriever Air

The Sound Retriever feature employs DSP technology to restore sound pressure and smooth jagged artifacts left over after compression. Sound Retriever Air compensates for reduced sound quality due to compression when sending Bluetooth signals.

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•Easy setup using Advanced MCACC

The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but accurate surround sound setup, which includes the advanced features of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ.

•Web control

The receiver can be operated using a browser from a computer connected on the same LAN as the receiver.

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

•Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100) (VSX-LX53 only)

•Power cord

•Warranty card

•Quick start guide

•These operating instructions (CD-ROM)

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Before you start

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

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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.

30°

30°

7 m

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 can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.

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02 Controls and displays

Chapter 2:

Controls and displays

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

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

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RECEIVER MULTI			SOURCE
	OPERATION
	R.SETUP
BD	DVD	DVR/BDR	HDMI
TV	CD	NET RADIO ADAPTER
iPod USB TUNER		VIDEO	CD-R
INPUT SELECT		TV CTRL RECEIVER

MASTER

INPUT VOLUME

TV CONTROL

CH VOL MUTE

AUDIO				VIDEO
PARAMETER				PARAMETER
	LIST	TUNE TOOLS
TOP MENU				T.EDIT
BAND				GUIDE
PRESET		ENTER		PRESET
PTY				RETURN
SEARCH
HOME		TUNE
MENU
iPod CTRL
AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU
DIRECT	STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR
HDD	DVD
THX	PHASE CTRL			STATUS
TV/DTV	MPX		PQLS
	HDMI OUT			AUDIO
1	2		3
SIGNAL SEL MCACC			SLEEP	INFO
4	5		6	DISP
CH LEVEL A.ATT			DIMMER
7	8		9
D.ACCESS			CLASS	CH
/CLR	0		ENTER
ZONE 2	ZONE 3			LIGHT

RECEIVER

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11

12

13

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•Blue – Other controls (See page 38, 39, 42, 43, 45 and 65.)

1 RECEIVER

This switches between standby and on for this receiver.

2MULTI OPERATION – Use to perform multi operations (page 63).

R.SETUP – Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 61).

3Input function buttons

Press to select control of other components (page 61).

Use INPUT SELECT to select the input function (page 38).

4 TV CTRL

Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer when controlling the TV (page 61).

5 TV CONTROL buttons

These buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV CTRL button.

6 Receiver setting buttons

Press RECEIVER first to access:

AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the Audio options (page 54).

VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the Video options (page 56).

HOME MENU – Use to access the Home Menu (pages 34, 36, 51, 68, 77 and 80).

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

7 / / //ENTER

Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 68) and the Audio or Video options (page 54 or 56).

8 Receiver Control buttons

Press RECEIVER first to access:

AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Switches between Auto

Surround (page 47), Auto Level Control mode and

Stream Direct mode (page 49).

STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and

Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 49).

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STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (2Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 47).

ADV SURR – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 48).

THX – Press to select a Home THX listening mode (page 48).

PHASE CTRL – Press to switch on/off Phase Control (page 50).

STATUS – Press to check selected receiver settings (page 59).

PQLS – Press to select the PQLS setting (page 53).

HDMI OUT – Switch the HDMI output terminal (page 59).

SIGNAL SEL – Use to select an input signal (page 50).

MCACC – Press to switch between MCACC presets (page 50).

SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep mode and select the amount of time before sleep (page 58).

CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use / to adjust the level (page 79).

A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog input signal to prevent distortion (page 58).

DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display (page 58).

9 MULTI-ZONE select buttons

Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 (page 58).

10 Remote control LED

Lights when a command is sent from the remote control (page 61).

11 RECEIVER

Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands).

Switch to perform operations in the main zone.

Also use this button to set up surround sound.

12MASTER VOLUME +/–

Use to set the listening volume.

13MUTE

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

14

Press to turn on/off the illumination for the buttons. The way the buttons light can be selected from four modes (page 63).

Front panel

1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
							VSX-LX53
	STANDBY/ON
							ENTER

BAND	TUNE	ADVANCED	PQLS
		MCACC

HDMI	iPod	PRESET	TUNER EDIT
	iPhone

INPUT	AUTO SURR/ALC/	STEREO	ADVANCED	STANDARD			MULTI-ZONE		MASTER
SELECTOR	STREAM DIRECT		SURROUND	SURROUND	HOME THX	SPEAKERS	CONTROL	ON/OFF	VOLUME
	PHONES
									VIDEO CAMERA
								iPod
								iPhone
						MCACC SETUP MIC		USB	HDMI 5

9 10

1INPUT SELECTOR dial

Use to select an input function.

2STANDBY/ON

Switches the receiver between on and standby.

3Tuner controls

BAND – Switches between the AM and FM radio bands (page 42).

11 12

13

14

15

TUNE /– Use to find radio frequencies (page 45). PRESET /– Use to find preset stations (page 42).

TUNER EDIT – Use with TUNE /, PRESET / and ENTER to memorize and name stations for recall (page 42).

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4Indicators

ADVANCED MCACC – Lights when EQ is set to ON in the AUDIO PARAMETER menu (page 54).

PQLS – Lights when the PQLS feature is active (page 53).

HDMI – Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; lights when the component is connected (page 22).

iPod/iPhone – Lights to indicate iPod/iPhone is connected (page 31).

5Character display

See Display below.

6ENTER

7Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control (see

Operating range of remote control unit on page 9).

8MASTER VOLUME dial

9PHONES jack

Use to connect headphones. When the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers.

10Listening mode buttons

AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT – Switches between Auto Surround (page 47), Auto Level Control mode and Stream Direct mode (page 49).

STEREO – Switches between stereo playback and Front Stage Surround Advance modes (page 49). ADVANCED SURROUND – Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 48). STANDARD SURROUND – Press for Standard

decoding and to switch various modes (2Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 47).

HOME THX – Press to select a Home THX listening mode (page 48).

11 SPEAKERS

Use to change the speaker terminal (page 57).

12 MULTI-ZONE controls

If you’ve made MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE setup on page 29) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (see Using the MULTI-ZONE controls on page 57).

13 MCACC SETUP MIC jack

Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 34).

14 iPod/iPhone/USB terminals

Use to connect your Apple iPod as an audio and video source, or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 31).

15 HDMI input connector

Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 30).

Display

1

2

3

4 5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13 14

AUTO

L

C

R

2DIGITAL PLUS

DSD PCM

PQLS

ALC

ATT

TUNED RDS

PCM

SL

SR

2TrueHD WMA9Pro

MULTI-ZONE

STEREO

HDMI

XC

DTS HD ES 96/24

S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX OVER MONO

dB

DIGITAL

XL

XR

ANALOG

LFE

MSTR CD TUNER

SIRIUS

DVD

TV

VIDEO

USB

[ 4 ]

AUTO SURROUND

CD-R

iPod

BD

DVR

HDMI [ 2 ]

[ 3 ]

STREAM DIRECT

2PROLOGIC

x Neo:6

THX ADV.SURROUND

STEREO STANDARD

SP AB

SLEEP

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16

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1 SIGNAL indicators

Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 50).

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

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XC – Either one channel other than the ones above, the mono surround channel or matrix encode flag

3 Digital format indicators

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

2 DIGITAL – Lights with Dolby Digital decoding.

2 DIGITAL PLUS – Lights with Dolby Digital Plus decoding.

2 TrueHD – Lights with Dolby TrueHD decoding. DTS – Lights with DTS decoding.

DTS HD – Lights with DTS-HD decoding. 96/24 – Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding.

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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 signals.

4 MULTI-ZONE

Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 57).

5 SOUND

Lights when any of the Midnight, Loudness or tone controls features is selected (page 54).

Lights when Dialog Enhancement is switched on.

6 S.RTRV

Lights when the Sound Retriever function is active (page 54).

7Listening mode indicators

AUTO SURROUND – Lights when the Auto Surround feature is switched on (page 47).

ALC – Lights when the ALC (Auto level control) mode is selected (page 49).

STREAM DIRECT – Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 49).

ADV.SURROUND – Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected (page 48).

STEREO – Lights when stereo listening is switched on (page 49).

STANDARD – Lights when one of the Standard Surround modes is switched on (page 47).

THX – Lights when one of the Home THX modes is selected (page 48).

8 (PHASE CONTROL)

Lights when Phase Control is switched on (page 50).

9 Analog signal indicators

Light to indicate reducing the level of an analog signal (page 58).

10Tuner indicators

TUNED – Lights when a broadcast is being received. STEREO – Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode.

MONO – Lights when the mono mode is set using

MPX.

RDS – Lights when an RDS broadcast is received.

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Lights when the sound is muted (page 11).

12Master volume level

Shows the overall volume level.

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

13Input 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

Lights to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B (page 57).

16 SLEEP

Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 58).

17Matrix decoding format indicators

2PRO LOGIC IIx – This lights to indicate 2Pro Logic II / 2Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 47).

Neo:6 – When one of the Neo:6 modes of the receiver is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing (page 47).

18Character display

Displays various system information.

19 Remote control mode indicator

Lights to indicate the receiver’s remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to 1.) (page 61)

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Chapter 3:

Connecting your equipment

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

Rear panel

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

ADAPTER PORT

AC IN

HDMI

(CONTROL)

IN

1

2

3

4

(OUTPUT 5 V

ASSIGNABLE

100 mA MAX)

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

IN 1

IN 2

IN 3

OUT

OUT

(DVD)

(CD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VIDEO)

IN 1

VIDEO

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

PRE OUT

(DVR/BDR)

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SURR BACK

FH/FW

(Single)

AUDIO

L

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

R

SUBWOOFER

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

L(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE/

B

RS-232C

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

Note

•The input functions below are assigned by default to the receiver’s different input terminals. Refer to The Input Setup menu on page 36 to change the assignments if other connections are used.

	Input function		Input Terminals
		Digital	HDMI	Component
	DVD	COAX-1		IN 1
	BD		(BD)
	TV/SAT	OPT-1
	DVR/BDR	OPT-2		IN 2
	VIDEO	OPT-3
	HDMI 1		(HDMI-1)
	HDMI 2		(HDMI-2)
	HDMI 3		(HDMI-3)
	HDMI 4		(HDMI-4)
	HDMI 5		(HDMI-5)
	(front panel)
	CD	COAX-2

•The CU-RF100 omni-directional remote control (separately sold) can be connected to the RS-232C and EXTENSION terminals. Using the CU-RF100 lets you display the receiver’s display information on the remote control display in your hands and operate it without worrying about obstacles or the direction in which the remote control is pointing.

AM LOO

RS-232C

ANTENN

(OUTPUT

5 V

150 mA

MAX)

EXTENSION

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.

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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
		R
	L
	C	SR
	SW
	SL	SBR
		SBL

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-to-life sound from above.

[B] 9.1 channel surround system (Front wide)

• Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FW)

R

L		FWR
	C	SR
	SW

FWL

SBR

SL

SBL

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[C] 7.1 channel surround system & Speaker B connection

• Speaker System setting: Speaker B

	R
	L
	C		R
		SR	L
	SW
	SL	SBR
		SBL	Plan C

Speaker B

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.

[D] 5.1 channel surround system & Front Biamping 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.

Plan D

Front Bi-Amp

R

L

C

SW

SR

SL

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.

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[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.)

Main zone

R

L

C

SW

SR

SL	Sub zone

	R
Plan E	L
ZONE 2

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 77).

•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 setting up for surround sound (Auto MCACC) on page 34.

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Placing the speakers

Refer to the chart below for placement of the speakers you intend to connect.

	FHL	SW	C	FHR
	L			R
FWL		30	30	FWR
		60		60
SL		120		120
			60	SR

SBL SB SBR

•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 one meter directly above the left and right front speakers.

THX speaker system setup

If you are using a THX certified subwoofer, use the THX INPUT jack on the subwoofer (if your subwoofer has one) or switch the filter position to THX on your subwoofer.

See also THX Audio Setting on page 80 to make the settings that will give you the best sound experience when using the Home THX modes (page 48).

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.

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•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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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

1Twist exposed wire strands together. (fig. A)

2Loosen terminal and insert exposed wire. (fig. B)

3Tighten terminal. (fig. C)

fig. A

fig. B

fig. C

10 mm

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.

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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).

Standard surround connection

The front height terminals can also be used for the front wide and Speaker B speakers.

Front height setting
Front height right	Front height left
Front wide setting
Front wide right	Front wide left
Speaker B setting
Speaker B - right	Speaker B - left
Front right	Front left
Center	Subwoofer
	LINE LEVEL
	INPUT

HDMI

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

ADAPTER PORT

IN

1

2

3

4

(CONTROL)

(OUTPUT 5 V

ASSIGNABLE

100 mA MAX)

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

IN 1

IN 2

IN 3

OUT

OUT

(DVD)

(CD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VIDEO)

IN 1

VIDEO

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

PRE OUT

(DVR/BDR)

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

SURROUND

SURR BACK

FH/FW

(Single)

AUDIO

L

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

R

SUBWOOFER

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

L(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE/

B

RS-232C

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

The surround back terminals can also be
used for ZONE 2.
	5.1 ch surround setting
Not connected		Not connected
	6.1 ch surround setting
Not connected		Surround back
Surround right	7.1 ch surround setting
Surround back right		Surround back left
	ZONE 2 setting
ZONE 2 - Right		ZONE 2 - Left

AC IN

Surround left

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Bi-amping your speakers

Front right	Center		Front left
	High		High
Bi-amp compatible	Low	Subwoofer	Low
			Bi-amp compatible
speaker
			speaker

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

ADAPTER PORT

AC IN

HDMI

IN

1

2

3

4

(CONTROL)

(OUTPUT 5 V

ASSIGNABLE

100 mA MAX)

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

IN 1

IN 2

IN 3

OUT

OUT

(DVD)

(CD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VIDEO)

IN 1

VIDEO

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

PRE OUT

(DVR/BDR)

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SURR BACK

FH/FW

(Single)

AUDIO

L

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

R

SUBWOOFER

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

L(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE/

B

R

L

RS-232C

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

Surround right

Surround left

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 bi-amping the speakers or you could severely damage the amplifier. See your speaker manual for more information.

•If your speakers have a removable 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 biamping.

•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.

CAUTION

•Don’t connect different speakers from the same terminal in this way.

•When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for biamping 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 bi-amping and ZONE 2 connections, in addition to for the surround back speakers. Make this setting according to the application.

Front height setup

*Default setting

1Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 18.

2If necessary, select ‘Normal(SB/FH)’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 77 to do this.

Front wide setup

1Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 18.

2Select ‘Normal(SB/FW)’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 77 to do this.

Speaker B setup

You can listen to stereo playback in another room.

1Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 18.

2Select ‘Speaker B’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 77 to do this.

Bi-Amping setup

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

1Connect bi-amp compatible speakers to the front and surround back speaker terminals.

See Bi-amping your speakers on page 19.

2Select ‘Front Bi-Amp’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 77 to do this.

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.

1Connect a pair of speakers to the surround back speaker terminals.

See Standard surround connection on page 18.

2Select ‘ZONE 2’ from the Speaker System menu.

See Speaker system setting on page 77 to do this.

About the audio connection

	Types of cables and	Transferable audio
	terminals	signals
	HDMI	HD audio
priority
signalSound	Digital (Coaxial)	Conventional digital audio
	Digital (Optical)
	RCA (Analog)	Conventional analog audio
	(White/Red)

•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 VIDEO 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.1

Note

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 56) 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 signals 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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If several video components are assigned to the same

input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 36),

About HDMI1

the converter gives priority to HDMI, component, then

composite (in that order).

The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed digital

Terminal for connection

Terminal for connection

video, as well as almost every kind of digital audio.

This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia

with source device

with TV monitor

quality

Interface (HDMI®) technology.

This receiver supports the functions described below

HDMI IN

HDMI OUT

through HDMI connections.

2

picture

protected by HDCP (1080p/24, 1080p/60, etc.))

• Digital transfer of uncompressed video (contents

High

Y PB PR

Y PB PR

• 3D signal transfer3

COMPONENT

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO IN

MONITOR OUT

• Deep Color signal transfer3

• x.v.Color signal transfer3

VIDEO IN

VIDEO

• Audio Return Channel

MONITOR OUT

• Input of multi-channel linear PCM digital audio

Video signals can be output

signals (192 kHz or less) for up to 8 channels

• For optimal video performance, THX recommends

• Input of the following digital audio formats:4

switching Digital Video Conversion (in Setting the

– Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, High bitrate

Video options on page 56) OFF.

audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-

HD High Resolution Audio), DVD-Audio, CD, SACD

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is

(DSD signal), Video CD, Super VCD

protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.

• Synchronized operation with components using the

Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by

Control with HDMI function (see Control with HDMI

Rovi Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited

viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi

function on page 51)

Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia

Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI

Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries.

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

Corporation.

Note

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, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. To take advantage of 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.

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Connecting your TV and playback components

Connecting using HDMI

If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray disc player (BD), 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 feature, the convenient Control with HDMI functions can be used (see Control with HDMI function on page 51).

HDMI/DVI-compatible	Other HDMI/DVI-
Blu-ray disc player	equipped component

HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor

Select one

HDMI OUT	HDMI OUT	HDMI IN	DIGITAL OUT
			COAXIAL OPTICAL

AUDIO OUT

R ANALOG L

This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of the TV over the

receiver.1

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

HDMI

(CONTROL)

IN

1

2

3

4

ASSIGNABLE

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL ASSIGN

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

IN 1

VIDEO

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

(DVR/BDR)

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

AUDIO

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

SUBWOOFER

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND B

RS-232C

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

•When connecting to an HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor using the HDMI OUT 2 terminal, switch the HDMI output setting to HDMI OUT 2 or HDMI OUT ALL. See Switching the HDMI output on page 59.

•For input components, connections other than HDMI connections are also possible (see Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output on page 23).

•If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables.1

Note

1When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, 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 audio cable. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see HDMI Setup on page 51).

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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.

DVD player, etc.

HDMI/DVI-compatible

monitor

Select one

HDMI IN

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

R ANALOG L

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Select one

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PR PB Y

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

HDMI

(CONTROL)

IN

1

2

3

4

ASSIGNABLE

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

IN 1

IN 2

IN

OUT

(DVD)

(CD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VI

IN 1

VIDEO

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

(DVR/BDR

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SUR

AUDIO

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

SUBWOOFER

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

RS-232C

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

•If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables (page 22).1

Note

1When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, 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 audio cable. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see HDMI Setup on page 51).

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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.

				DVD player, etc.
			TV
	Select one				Select one				Select one
VIDEO IN	COMPONENT VIDEO IN			VIDEO OUT	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT			HDMI OUT	DIGITAL OUT	AUDIO OUT
VIDEO				VIDEO						R ANALOG L
	PR	PB	Y		PR	PB	Y		COAXIAL OPTICAL

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

HDMI

(CONTROL)

IN

1

2

3

4

ASSIGNABLE

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

(CD)

IN 1

IN 2

IN

OUT

(DVD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VI

IN 1

VIDEO

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

(DVR/BDR)

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SUR

AUDIO

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

RS

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

•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.

•If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables (page 22).

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Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, VCR 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 VCRs.

When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the recorder to (see also The Input Setup menu on page 36).

HDD/DVD recorder, VCR, etc.

Select one

AUDIO IN	VIDEO IN	VIDEO OUT	DIGITAL OUT		AUDIO OUT
R ANALOG L	VIDEO	VIDEO	COAXIAL	OPTICAL	R ANALOG L

BD

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

HDMI

(CONTROL)

IN

1

2

3

4

ASSIGNABLE

1

4

COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

IN 1

IN 2

IN 3

OUT

(DVD)

(CD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VIDE

IN 1

(DVD)

IN 2

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

(DVR/BDR)

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SURR B

MONITOR

Y

PB

PR

OUT

SUBWOOFER

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK L(

RS-232C

ANTENNA

12 V TRIGGER

(OUTPUT

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

5 V

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

150 mA

MAX)

OUT

2

EXTENSION

CONTROL

IR

•In order to record, you must connect the analog audio cables (the digital connection is for playback only).

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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’.

When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input Setup menu on page 36).

STB

Connecting other audio components

This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for playback.

Most digital components also have analog connections.

When you set up the receiver you’ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the component to (see also The Input Setup menu on page 36).

CD-R, MD, DAT, etc.

Select one

	VIDEO OUT		AUDIO OUT	DIGITAL OUT	Select one		Select one
	VIDEO
		R	ANALOG L	COAXIAL OPTICAL	DIGITAL IN	AUDIO IN	DIGITAL OUT	AUDIO OUT
					OPTICAL	R ANALOG L	COAXIAL OPTICAL	R ANALOG L

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

A

1

2

3

4

(CONTROL)

E

COAXIAL

OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE

MONITOR

DVD

IN 1

IN 2

IN

OUT

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VIDE

ZONE2

ZONE3

DVD

TV/SAT

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SURR

AUDIO

SUBWOOFER

FM UNBAL 75

SPEAKERS A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

L

12 V TRIGGER

IN

(OUTPUT 12 V

1

TOTAL 150 mA MAX)

IN 1

IN 2

OUT

OUT

2

TROL

IR

IN

OUT 1

OUT 2

LAN (10/100)

ADAPTER PORT

4

(CONTROL)

(OUTPUT 5 V

100 mA MAX)

COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE

OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE

MONITOR

IN 1

IN 2

IN 1

IN 2

IN 3

OUT

OUT

(DVD)

(CD)

(TV/SAT)

(DVR/BDR)

(VIDEO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

DVR/BDR

CD

CD-R/TAPE

PRE O

IN

OUT

IN

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

SURR BACK

FH/FW

(Single)

AUDIO

L

R

SUBWOOFER

A

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND BACK

L(Single)

FRONT HEIGHT

R

•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.

•You can’t hear HDMI audio through this receiver’s digital out jack.

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About the WMA9 Pro decoder

This unit has an on-board Windows Media™ Audio 9 Professional1 (WMA9 Pro) decoder, so it is possible to playback WMA9 Pro-encoded audio using HDMI, coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to a WMA9 Pro-compatible 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.

Connecting additional amplifiers

This receiver has more than enough power for any home use, but it’s possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel of your system using the pre-outs. Make the connections shown below to add amplifiers to power your speakers.

ANALOG

INPUT

L

R

					ANALOG
					INPUT
					ANALOG
					INPUT
					L
					R
N (10/100)			ADAPTER PORT
			(OUTPUT 5 V		ANALOG
			100 mA MAX)
					INPUT
NABLE	OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE				L
IN 2	IN 1	IN 2	IN 3	OUT
(CD)	(TV/SAT)	(DVR/BDR)	(VIDEO)
					R
FRONT	CENTER	SURROUND	SURR BACK	FH/FW
			(Single)

	L
	ANALOG
	INPUT
	R
SUBWOOFER	L

D	L	R SURROUND BACK L(Single) FRONT HEIGH
		R

R

ANALOG

INPUT

Front channel amplifier

Center channel amplifier (mono)

Surround channel amplifier

Front height or Front wide channel amplifier

Surround back channel amplifier

Powered subwoofer

•You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back channel pre-outs for a single speaker as well. In this case plug the amplifier into the left (L (Single)) terminal only.

•The sound from the surround back terminals will depend on how you have configured the Speaker system setting on page 77.

•To hear sound only from the pre-outs, switch the speaker system to OFF, or simply disconnect any speakers that are connected directly to the receiver.

If you’re not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 78) to LARGE.

Note

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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Connecting AM/FM antennas

Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Connecting external antennas below).

1 2

Connecting external antennas

To improve FM reception, connect an external FM antenna to FM UNBAL 75 Ω.

75 Ω coaxial cable

5

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA

4

fig. a

fig. b

fig. c

1Pull off the protective shields of both AM antenna wires.

2Push open the tabs, then insert one wire fully into each terminal, then release the tabs to secure the AM antenna wires.

3Fix the AM loop antenna to the attached stand.

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

•If you plan to mount the AM antenna to a wall or other surface, secure the stand with screws (fig. c) before clipping the loop to the stand. Make sure the reception is clear.

4Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in a direction giving the best reception.

5Connect the FM wire antenna into the FM antenna socket.

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

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA

To improve AM reception, connect a 5 m to 6 m length of vinyl-coated wire to the AM LOOP terminals without disconnecting the supplied AM loop antenna.

For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.

Outdoor antenna

AM LOOP

FM UNBAL 75

ANTENNA

Indoor antenna (vinyl-coated wire)

5 m to 6 m

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MULTI-ZONE setup

This receiver can power up to three independent systems in separate rooms after you have made the proper MULTIZONE connections.

Different sources can be playing in three zones at the same time or, depending on your needs, the same source can also be used. The main and sub zones have independent power (the main zone power can be off while one (or both) of the sub zones is on) and the sub zones can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls.

Making MULTI-ZONE connections

It is possible to make these connections if you have a separate TV and speakers for your primary (ZONE 2) sub zone, and a separate amplifier (and speakers) for your secondary (ZONE 3) sub zone. You will also need a separate amplifier if you are not using the MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) below for your primary sub zone. There are two primary sub zone setups possible with this system. Choose whichever works best for you.

MULTI-ZONE listening options

The following table shows the signals that can be output to ZONE 2 and ZONE 3:

Sub Zone	Input functions available
ZONE 2	DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/BDR, VIDEO, INTERNET
	RADIO, iPod/USB, CD, CD-R/TAPE, TUNER,
	ADAPTER PORT

(Outputs analog audio and composite video.)

ZONE 3 DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/BDR, VIDEO, CD, CD-R/TAPE, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT

(Outputs analog audio.)

Basic MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 2)

• Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT jacks and a TV monitor to the VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jack, both on this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.

Sub zone (ZONE 2)

Main zone

HDMI	BD	IN
	IN	1

	ASSIGNABLE
	1	4
VIDEO IN
	COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE
		Y	PB	PR
	IN 1
	(DVD)
	IN 2			ZONE2
	(DVR/BDR)			OUT
	MONITOR	Y	PB	PR
	OUT
			AM LOOP		FM
AUDIO IN	RS-232C		ANTENNA
R	L
					1
			(OUTPUT	IN	(
					T
			5 V
					IN	1
			150 mA
			MAX)	OUT
		EXTENSION		CONTROL

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MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2)

You must select ZONE 2 in Speaker system setting on page 77 to use this setup.

• Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO ZONE 2 OUT jacks on this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the surround back speaker terminals as shown below.

Sub zone (ZONE 2)

Main zone

VIDEO IN

L R

	BD	IN	0/100)			ADAPTER PORT
E	IN	1				(OUTPUT 5 V
						100 mA MAX)
NTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE			LE	OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE
PB	PR		IN 2	IN 1	IN 2	IN 3	OUT
			(CD)	(TV/SAT)	(DVR/BDR)	(VIDEO)
		ZONE2		ZONE3			PRE OUT
		OUTFRONT		OUTCENTER	SURROUND	SURR BACK	FH/FW

					(Single)
						L
PB	PR
						R
			SUBWOOFER
AM LOOP		FML UNBALR		SURROUND BACK	L(Single)	FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT W
C
ANTENNA
		12 V T
(OUTPUT	IN	(OUTPU
		TOTAL 1
5 V
		IN 1	IN
150 mA
MAX)	OUT
XTENSION	CONTROL		IR

Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 3)

• Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 3 OUT jacks on this receiver.

You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.

Sub zone (ZONE 3)

Main zone

HDMI	BD	IN	IN
	IN	1	2

	ASSIGNABLE
	1	4
	COMPONENTVIDEO ASSIGNABLE
		Y	PB	PR
	IN 1
	(DVD)
	IN 2			ZONE2	ZONE3
	(DVR/BDR)			OUT		OUT
	MONITOR	Y	PB	PR
	OUT
			AM LOOP		FM UNBAL 75
AUDIO IN	RS-232C		ANTENNA
R	L
					12 V TRIG
			(OUTPUT	IN	(OUTPUT 12
					TOTAL 150
			5 V
					IN 1	IN 2
			150 mA
			MAX)	OUT
		EXTENSION		CONTROL		IR

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03 Connecting your equipment

Connecting to the network through LAN interface

By connecting this receiver to the network via the LAN terminal, you can listen to Internet radio stations.1

OUT 1	OUT 2
(CONTROL)	LAN (10/100)

	COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE		OPTICAL ASSIGNAB
MONITOR	IN 1	IN 2	IN 1	IN 2
OUT	(DVD)	(CD)	(TV/SAT)	(DVR/BDR)
	VIDEO			Internet

DVR/BDR		CD	CD-R/TAPE
OUT	IN	IN	OUT	IN	FRONT	CENTER SURROUND S
		AUDIO
						Modem
						SUBWOOFER
FRONT	L	CENTER	R	SURROUND	L	R SURROUND BAC

Connecting the Bluetooth ADAPTER

When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100)2 is connected to this receiver, a product equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology (portable cell phone, digital music player, etc.) can be used to listen to music wirelessly.3

					Bluetooth® ADAPTER
LAN (10/100)				ADAPTER PORT		AC IN
				(OUTPUT 5 V
				100 mA MAX)
AL ASSIGNABLE		OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE
IN 1	IN 2	IN 1	IN 2	IN 3	OUT
(DVD)	(CD)	(TV/SAT)	(DVR/BDR)	(VIDEO)
/TAPE					PRE OUT
IN	FRONT	CENTER	SURROUND	SURR BACK	FH/FW
				(Single)
					L
					R
		SUBWOOFER

SURROUND	L	R SURROUND BACK L(Single) FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE/		B

LAN

3

2

1

WAN

Router

LAN cable (sold separately)

to LAN port

PC

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

Turn on the DHCP server function of your router. In case your router does not have the built-in DHCP server function, it is necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see Network Setup menu on page 80.

LAN terminal specifications

LAN terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet jack

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX

• Switch the receiver into standby and connect Bluetooth ADAPTER to the ADAPTER PORT.

•For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless technology device, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device on page 45.

Important

•Do not move the receiver with the Bluetooth ADAPTER connected. Doing so could cause damage or faulty contact.

Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input

		MASTER
CONTROL	ON/OFF	VOLUME
		VIDEO CAMERA
	iPod
	iPhone
MCACC SETUP MIC	USB	HDMI 5

Video camera, etc.

Note

1 To listen to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) beforehand.

2The Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100) is included with the VSX-LX53, sold separately for the VSX-2020.

3• The Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device must support A2DP profiles.

• Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of this unit with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices.

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