Pioneer VSX-LX55 User Manual [en, de, fr]
Quick Start Guide | Guide rapide | Kurzanleitung
VSX-LX55
VSX-2021-K
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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DO NOT OPEN
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.
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)
WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
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).
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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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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Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries
Symbol for
equipment
Symbol examples
for batteries
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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.
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean
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
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the
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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Thank you for buying this Pioneer
product. This Quick Start Guide
includes instructions for basic connections and operations to allow
simple use of the receiver. For
detailed descriptions of the receiver,
see the “Operating Instructions”
provided on the included CD-ROM.
The operating instructions can also
be downloaded from the Pioneer
website (http://www.pioneer.eu).
When using a Mac OS, place the
CD-ROM in a CD drive and then double-click on the CD-ROM icon to find
the PDF file (Operating Instructions).
Contents
01 Before you start
Checking what’s in the box ............................5
Loading the batteries ...................................... 5
About using AVNavigator
(included CD-ROM) ........................................ 5
Remote control ...............................................6
02 Connecting your equipment
Connecting your equipment .......................... 8
Determining the speakers’ application ........ 8
Placing the speakers ...................................... 9
Connecting the speakers ............................... 9
Installing your speaker system .................... 10
Selecting the Speaker system .....................11
About the audio connection ........................11
About the video converter ............................ 11
About HDMI ..................................................12
Connecting your TV and playback
components ..................................................13
Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD
recorder and other video sources ...............14
Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or
other set-top box ........................................... 15
Connecting other audio components ......... 15
Connecting AM/FM antennas .....................16
MULTI-ZONE setup ....................................... 16
Connecting to the network through
LAN interface ................................................17
Connecting to a wireless LAN .....................17
Plugging in the receiver ............................... 17
03 Basic Setup
Automatically conducting optimum
sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) ............... 19
Operation Mode Setup ................................. 20
04 Basic playback
Playing a source ...........................................22
Listening in surround sound ....................... 22
Playing an iPod ............................................. 22
Playing a USB device ...................................23
Listening to the radio .................................... 24
Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY
inputs ............................................................. 24
Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless
Enjoyment of Music ......................................25
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Flow of settings on the receiver
Flow for connecting and setting 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.
Required setting item: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10
! These items are included in this Quick Start Guide.
Setting to be made as necessary: 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14
! These items are explained in the “Operating Instructions” provided on the included CD-ROM.
Important
The receiver’s initial settings can be made on the computer using Wiring Navi on the AVNavigator
CD-ROM included with the receiver. In this case, virtually the same connections and settings as
in steps 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9 can be made interactively. For instructions on using AVNavigator, see
About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) on page 5 .
1 Before you start
! Checking what’s in the box on page 5
! Loading the batteries on page 5
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2 Determining the speakers’ application (page 8)
! 7.2 channel surround system (Front height)
! 7.2 channel surround system (Front wide)
! 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker B connection
! 5.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround)
! 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone)
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3 Connecting the speakers
! Placing the speakers on page 9
! Connecting the speakers on page 9
! Installing your speaker system on page 10
! Bi-amping your speakers on page 10
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4 Connecting the components
! About the audio connection on page 11
! About the video converter on page 11
! Connecting your TV and playback components on page 13
! Connecting AM/FM antennas on page 16
! Plugging in the receiver on page 17
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5 Switching the speaker impedance
(Only if the impedance of the connected speakers is 6 W to 8 W)
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6 Power On
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7 Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language)
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8 MCACC speaker settings
! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 19
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9 The Input Setup menu
(When using connections other than the recommended connections)
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10 Basic playback (page 22)
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11 Switching the HDMI output
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12 Adjusting the sound and picture quality as desired
! Using the various listening modes
! Better sound using Phase Control
! Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control
! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN)
! Changing the channel level while listening
! Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement
! Setting the PQLS function
! Setting the Audio options
! Setting the Video options
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13 Other optional adjustments and settings
! Control with HDMI function
! The Advanced MCACC menu
! The System Setup and Other Setup menus
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14 Making maximum use of the remote control
! Operating multiple receivers
! Setting the remote to control other components
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Before you start
01
Before you start
Checking what’s in the box
Please check that you’ve received the following
supplied accessories:
! Setup microphone (cable: 5 m)
! Remote control unit
! AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm
system operation) x2
! AM loop antenna
! FM wire antenna
! iPod cable
! Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300)
(VSX-LX55 only)
— Quick start guide
— CD-ROM (Operating instructions)
— Connecting cable
! Power cord
! CD-ROM (AVNavigator)
! Warranty card
! These quick start guide
Loading the batteries
The batteries included with the unit are to check
initial operations; they may not last over a long
period. We recommend using alkaline batteries
that have a longer life.
WARNING
! Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight
or other excessively hot place, such as inside a
car or near a heater. This can cause batteries
to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It
can also reduce the life or performance of
batteries.
CAUTION
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 institution’s rules that
apply in your country/area.
About using AVNavigator
(included CD-ROM)
The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains
Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the
receiver’s connections and initial settings in
dialog fashion. High precision initial settings
can be completed easily simply by following the
instructions on the screen to make the connections and settings.
There are also other features enabling easy use
of various functions, including an Interactive
Manual that operates in association with the
receiver, updating of various types of software,
and MCACC Application that lets you check the
MCACC measurement results on 3D graphs.
Installing AVNavigator
1 Load the included AVNavigator
CD-ROM into your computer’s CD drive.
! The installation screen is displayed. Proceed
to step 2.
! If the installation screen does not appear,
double-click on the CD-ROM icon then start
the installer (AVNV_XXX_xxx.exe).
2 Follow the instructions on the screen
to install.
When “Finish” is selected, installation is
completed.
3 Remove the included AVNavigator
CD-ROM from the computer’s CD drive.
Handling the CD-ROM
Operating Environment
! This CD-ROM can be used with Microsoft®
Windows® XP/Vista/7.
! A browser is at times used for AVNavigator
functions. The supported browser is Microsoft
Internet Explorer 6, 7 and 8. With other
browsers, some functions may be limited or
the display may not appear properly.
Also, even with a supported browser,
depending on the browser’s settings, some
functions may be limited and the display may
not appear properly.
Precautions For Use
! This CD-ROM is for use with a personal
computer. It cannot be used with a DVD
player or music CD player. Attempting to play
this CD-ROM with a DVD player or music
CD player can damage speakers or cause
impaired hearing due to the large volume.
License
! Please agree to the “Terms of Use” indicated
below before using this CD-ROM. Do not use if
you are unwilling to consent to the terms of its
use.
Also agree to the “License Agreement”
displayed when installing AVNavigator.
Terms of Use
! Copyright to data provided on this CD-ROM
belongs to PIONEER CORPORATION.
Unauthorized transfer, duplication, broadcast,
public transmission, translation, sales,
lending or other such matters that go beyond
the scope of “personal use” or “citation” as
defined by Copyright Law may be subject
to punitive actions. Permission to use this
CD-ROM is granted under license by PIONEER
CORPORATION.
General Disclaimer
! PIONEER CORPORATION does not
guarantee the operation of this CD-ROM with
respect to personal computers using any
of the applicable OS. In addition, PIONEER
CORPORATION is not liable for any damages
incurred as a result of use of this CD-ROM
and is not responsible for any compensation.
The names of private corporations, products
and other entities described herein are the
registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective firms.
Using AVNavigator
1 Click [AVNavigator] on the desktop to
launch AVNavigator.
AVNavigator is launched and Wiring Navi
starts up. The language selection screen
appears. Follow the instructions on the screen
to make the connections and automatic
settings.
Wiring Navi only starts up automatically the
first time AVNavigator is launched.
2 Select and use the desired function.
AVNavigator includes the following functions:
! Wiring Navi – Guides you through
connections and initial settings in dialog
fashion. High precision initial settings can be
made easily.
! Interactive Manual – Automatically displays
the pages explaining the functions that have
been operated on the receiver. It is also
possible to operate the receiver from the
Interactive Manual.
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01 Before you start
! Glossary – Displays glossary pages.
! MCACC Appli – Displays Advanced
MCACC measurement results vividly on the
computer.
There are special operating instructions
for MCACC Application. These instructions
are included in the AVNavigator
Interactive Manual’s menus. Refer to them
when using MCACC Application.
! Software Update – Allows various types of
software to be updated.
! Settings – Used to make various
AVNavigator settings.
! Detection – Used to detect the receiver.
Note
To use the AVNavigator of another model, first
uninstall (delete) this receiver’s AVNavigator,
then install the AVNavigator of the other model.
Deleting the AVNavigator
You can use the following method to uninstall
(delete) the AVNavigator from your PC.
% Delete from the Control Panel of the
PC.
From the Start menu, click “Program”
d “PIONEER CORPORATION” d
“AVNavigator(VSX-LX55 or VSX-2021)” d
“Uninstall”.
Remote control
This section explains how to operate the remote
control for the receiver.
MULTI
SOURCERECEIVER
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2,3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
OPERATION
RCU SETUP
BDR
BD DVD DVR
SAT
HMG
CDTV
USB OPTION
iPod
TUNER
VIDEO
RECEIVER
TV CTRL
SELECT
INPUT
MASTER
VOLUME
INPUT
TV CONTROL
VOL
CH
AUDIO
PARAMETER
TOP MENU
BAND GUIDE
PRESET
PTY
SEARCH
HOME
MENU
iPod CTRL
AUTO / ALC /
DIRECT
HDD DVD
TV
/
DTV MPX PQLS
1 32
SIGNAL SEL
CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER
D.ACCESS
/ CLR
ZONE 2 ZONE 3
LIST
TUNE
ENTER
TUNE
PGM
STEREO STANDARD
PHASE
HDMI OUT
MCACC SLEEP
54 6
807 9
RECEIVER
CTRL STATUSTHX
CLASS
ENTER
TOOLS
3
MUTE
PARAMETER
RETURN
MENU
ADV SURR
AUDIO
HDMI
ADPT
VIDEO
T.EDIT
INFO
DISP
LIGHT
11
12
13
14
15
PRESET
CH
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The remote has been conveniently color-coded
according to component control using the following system:
! White – Receiver control, TV control
! Blue – Other controls (See the Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM for detail.)
1 u RECEIVER
This switches between standby and on for this
receiver.
2 MULTI OPERATION
Use this button to perform multi operations.
3 RCU SETUP
Use to input the preset code when making
remote control settings and to set the remote
control mode.
4 Input function buttons
Press to select control of other components.
Use INPUT SELECT c/ d to select the input
function (page 22).
5 TV CTRL
Set the preset code of your TV’s manufacturer
when controlling the TV.
6 TV CONTROL buttons
These buttons are dedicated to control the TV
assigned to the TV CTRL button.
7 Receiver setting buttons
Press first to access:
! AUDIO PARAMETER – Use to access the
Audio options.
! VIDEO PARAMETER – Use to access the
Video options.
! HOME MENU – Use to access the Home
Menu.
! RETURN – Press to confirm and exit the
current menu screen.
8 i/j/k/l/ENTER
Use the arrow buttons when setting up your
surround sound system and the Audio or Video
options.
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Before you start
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9 Receiver Control buttons
Press first to access:
! AUTO/ALC/DIRECT – Switches between
Auto Surround, Auto Level Control, Optimum
Surround mode and Stream Direct mode.
! STEREO – Press to select stereo playback
mode.
! STANDARD – Press for Standard decoding
and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic,
Neo:6, etc.) (page 22).
! ADV SURR – Use to switch between the
various surround modes (page 22).
! THX – Press to select a Home THX listening
mode (page 22).
! PHASE CTRL – Press to switch on/off Phase
Control.
Full Band Phase Control can also be
switched.
! STATUS – Press to check selected receiver
settings.
! PQLS – Press to select the PQLS setting.
! HDMI OUT – Switch the HDMI output
terminal.
! SIGNAL SEL – Use to select an input signal.
! MCACC – Press to switch between MCACC
presets.
! SLEEP – Use to put the receiver in sleep
mode and select the amount of time before
sleep.
! CH LEVEL – Press repeatedly to select a
channel, then use k/l to adjust the level.
! A.ATT – Attenuates (lowers) the level of an
analog input signal to prevent distortion.
! DIMMER – Dims or brightens the display.
10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons
Switch to perform operations in ZONE 2 and
ZONE 3.
11 Remote control LED
Lights when a command is sent from the
remote control.
12 OPTION
The preset codes of desired devices can be
registered in the remote control and button
operations can be registered using the learning
mode.
13
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.
14 MASTER VOLUME +/–
Use to set the listening volume.
15 MUTE
Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has
been muted (adjusting the volume also restores
the sound).
16 LIGHT
Press to turn on/off the illumination for the
buttons.
The way the buttons light can be selected from
four modes.
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02 Connecting your equipment
Connecting your equipment
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.
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.
! When making connections, also keep the
power cords of the devices being connected
unplugged from the power outlets.
! Depending on the device being connected
(amplifier, receiver, etc.), the methods of
connection and terminal names may differ
from the explanations in this manual. Also
refer to the operating instructions of the
respective devices.
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.
! If you have two subwoofers, the second
subwoofer can be connected to the
SUBWOOFER 2 terminal. Connecting two
subwoofers increases the bass sound to
achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In
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this case, the same sound is output from the
two subwoofers.
Choose one from Plans [A] to [E] below.
Important
! The Speaker System setting must be made if
you use any of the connections shown below
other than [A] (see Speaker system setting on
Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
! 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.
[A] 7.2 channel surround system (Front
height)
*Default setting
! Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FH)
FHL
L
SW 2
SL
A 7.2 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 subwoofers (SW 1/
SW 2).
It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front height or front wide speakers and the surround back speakers.
This surround system produces a more true-tolife sound from above.
[B] 7.2 channel surround system (Front
wide)
! Speaker System setting: Normal(SB/FW)
R
SW
1
SBL
FWR
SR
SBR
FWL
L
C
SW 2
SL
L
SW
With these connections you can simultaneously
enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main
zone with stereo playback of the same sound
on the B speakers. The same connections also
allow for 7.2-channel surround sound in the
main zone when not using the B speakers.
R
SW 1
C
2
SL
SBL
SR
SBR
R
L
Speaker B
[D] 5.2 channel surround system & Front
Bi-amping connection (High quality
FHR
speakers shown in [A] with the left and right
front wide speakers (FWL/FWR).
This plan replaces the left and right front height
R
It is not possible to produce sound simultaneously from the front height or front wide speak-
SW
1
C
SR
ers and the surround back speakers.
This surround system produces a true-to-life
surround)
! Speaker System setting: Front Bi-Amp
Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for
high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround
sound.
Front Bi-Amp
sound over a wider area.
SBL
SBR
[C] 7.2 channel surround system & Speaker
B connection
! Speaker System setting: Speaker B
L
SW
2
C
SL
R
SW 1
SR
Connecting your equipment
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[E] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2
connection (Multi Zone)
! Speaker System setting: ZONE 2
With these connections you can simultaneously
enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main
zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices
is limited.)
R
L
SW 1
C
2
SW
SL
ZONE 2
Main zone
SR
Sub zone
R
L
Other speaker connections
! Your favorite speaker connections can be
selected even if you have fewer than 5.2
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
Full Auto MCACC (speaker environment
setting) procedure. See Automatically
conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto
MCACC) on page 19 .
Placing the speakers
Refer to the chart below for placement of the
speakers you intend to connect.
SW
FHL
L
FWL
2 SW 1
C
30 30
60
SL
120 120
60
SBL
SB
! 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.
FHR
R
FWR
60
SR
SBR
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
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.
1 Twist exposed wire strands together.
2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed
wire.
3 Tighten terminal.
1 2 3
10 mm
Note
! 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.
! If you have two subwoofers, the second
subwoofer can be connected to the
SUBWOOFER 2 terminal. Connecting two
subwoofers increases the bass sound to
achieve more powerful sound reproduction. In
this case, the same sound is output from the
two subwoofers.
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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 right
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 6
ASSIGNABLE
Y PBP
1
IN
(
)
DVD
2
IN
(
DVR/
)
BDR
MONITOR
OUT
RS-232C
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
Surround right
COMPONENT VIDEO
AM LOOP
EXTENSION
IN1IN
ANTENNA
)
Front height right
Front height setting
Front wide setting
Front wide right
Speaker B - right Speaker B - left
Speaker B setting
Center Subwoofer 2Subwoofer 1
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
R
CONTROL
FM UNBAL 75
IN
OUT
ZONE 2
2
IN
IN
(VIDEO)
ZONE 3
OUT
IR
1IN2
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
4
BD IN
TV/SAT VIDEO
DVD
IN IN IN IN
SPEAKERS
OUT
6
IN5IN
(DVD)
(DVR/BDR)
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
CD
DVR/BDR
IN
OUTOUT
AUDIO
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
A
1
2
OUT 1
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
FRONT
The surround back terminals can also be used for ZONE 2.
Not connected Not connected
Not connected Surround back
Surround back right Surround back left
ZONE 2 - Right ZONE 2 - Left
5.2 ch surround setting
6.2 ch surround setting
7.2 ch surround setting
ZONE 2 setting
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OUT 2
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
OPTICAL
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
IN1IN
(CD)(
)
DVD
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND SURR BACK
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND
R L
Front height left
Front wide left
LINE LEVEL
INPUT
LAN
(
OUTPUT
(
10/100
5 V
)
0.6 A MAX
(
)
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
VIDEO
FH / FW
PRE OUT
(
)
Single
L
R
(
)
SURROUND BACK
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
Single
R L
ADAPTER PORT
)
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX
Front left
AC IN
)
B
Surround left
Bi-amping your speakers
Bi-amping is when you connect the high frequency driver and low frequency driver of your speakers
to different amplifiers for better crossover performance. Your speakers must be bi-ampable to do
this (having separate terminals for high and low) and the sound improvement will depend on the
kind of speakers you’re using.
LAN
(
)
10/100
)
PRE OUT
L
R
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
R L
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX
Front left
High
Low
)
B
AC IN
Bi-amp compatible
speaker
Front right
Bi-amp compatible
speaker
IN1IN
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 6
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
1
IN
(
)
DVD
2
IN
(
DVR/
)
BDR
MONITOR
OUT
ANTENNA
RS-232C
AM LOOP
(
OUTPUT 5 V
)
150 mA MAX
EXTENSION
R
FM UNBAL 75
IN
OUT
CONTROL
Subwoofer 1 Subwoofer 2
2
ZONE 2
ZONE 3
OUT
1IN2
IN
High
Low
4
IN
IN5IN
(DVD)
(VIDEO)
TV/SAT VIDEO
DVD
IN IN IN IN
SPEAKERS
IR
OUT
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
(DVR/BDR)
BD IN
DVR/BDR
OUTOUT
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
A
1
2
Surround right Surround left
Center
6
OUT 1
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OUT 2
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
CD
IN
FRONT
AUDIO
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
OPTICAL
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
IN1IN
(CD)(
)
DVD
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND SURR BACK
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND
R L
(
OUTPUT
5 V
0.6 A MAX
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
SURROUND BACK
)
(
VIDEO
FH / FW
(
)
Single
(
Single
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.
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Bi-wiring your speakers
Your speakers can also be bi-wired if they support bi-amping.
! With these connections, the Speaker System
setting makes no difference.
CAUTION
! Don’t connect different speakers from the
same terminal in this way.
! When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for
bi-amping shown above.
% To bi-wire a speaker, connect two
speaker cords to the speaker terminal on
the receiver.
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
1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front
height speaker terminals.
See Standard surround connection on page 10 .
2 If necessary, select ‘Normal(SB/FH)’
from the Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM to do this.
Front wide setup
1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front
height speaker terminals.
See Standard surround connection on page 10 .
2 Select ‘Normal(SB/FW)’ from the
Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM to do this.
Speaker B setup
You can listen to stereo playback in another
room.
1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front
height speaker terminals.
See Standard surround connection on page 10 .
2 Select ‘Speaker B’ from the
Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM to do this.
Bi-Amping setup
Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for
high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround
sound.
1 Connect bi-amp compatible speakers
to the front and surround back speaker
terminals.
See Bi-amping your speakers on page 10 .
2 Select ‘Front Bi-Amp’ from the
Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM to do this.
ZONE 2 setup
With these connections you can simultaneously
enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main
zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2.
1 Connect a pair of speakers to the
surround back speaker terminals.
See Standard surround connection on page 10 .
2 Select ‘ZONE 2’ from the
Speaker System menu.
See Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM to do this.
About the audio connection
Types of cables and
terminals
HDMI HD audio
Digital (Coaxial) Conventional digital audio
Digital (Optical)
Sound signal priority
RCA (Analog)
(White/Red)
! With an HDMI cable, video and audio signals
can be transferred in high quality over a single
cable.
Transferable audio
signals
Conventional analog audio
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 output when connecting this
video source.
If several video components are assigned to the
same input function (see The Input Setup menu
on Operating Instructions in CD-ROM), the
converter gives priority to HDMI, component,
then composite (in that order).
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Terminal for connection with
source device
HDMI IN HDMI OUT
Y PBP
High picture quality
R
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
Video signals can be output
Terminal for connection
with TV monitor
B
P
Y
P
MONITOR OUT
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
R
COMPONENT VIDEO
Note
! 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 Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM) 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.
! For optimal video performance, THX
recommends switching Digital Video
Conversion (in Setting the Video options on
Operating Instructions in CD-ROM) OFF.
This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation.
Reverse engineering and disassembly are
prohibited.
About HDMI
The HDMI connection transfers uncompressed
digital video, as well as almost every kind of
digital audio.
This receiver incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology.
This receiver supports the functions described
below through HDMI connections.
! Digital transfer of uncompressed video
(contents protected by HDCP (1080p/24,
1080p/60, etc.))
! 3D signal transfer
! Deep Color signal transfer
! x.v.Color signal transfer
! ARC (Audio Return Channel)
! Input of multi-channel linear PCM digital
audio signals (192 kHz or less) for up to 8
channels
! Input of the following digital audio formats:
— Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, High
bitrate audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master
Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio),
DVD-Audio, CD, SACD (DSD signal), Video
CD, Super VCD
! Synchronized operation with components
using the Control with HDMI function (see
Control with HDMI function on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM)
Note
! 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 (DVIdHDMI) 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.
! 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.
! Signal transfer is only possible when
connected to a compatible component.
! HDMI format digital audio transmissions
require a longer time to be recognized. Due to
this, interruption in the audio may occur when
switching between audio formats or beginning
playback.
! Turning on/off the device connected to this
unit’s HDMI OUT terminal during playback,
or disconnecting/connecting the HDMI
cable during playback, may cause noise or
interrupted audio.
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 are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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02
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 Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
MONITOR
ASSIGNABLE
IN
(
IN
(
DVR/
BDR
OUT
ASSIGNABLE
DVD
HDMI
1
)
2
)
RS-232C
1 6
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
AM LOOP
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
EXTENSION
HDMI/DVI-compatible
Blu-ray Disc player
4
IN
2
IN1IN
(VIDEO)
R
DVD
ZONE 2
ZONE 3
IN IN IN IN
OUT
ANTENNA
FM UNBAL 75
SPEAKERS
IR
IN
OUT
1IN2
IN
OUT
(OUTPUT 12 V
CONTROL
)
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
HDMI IN
6
IN5IN
(DVD)
(DVR/BDR)
BD IN
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
DVR/BDR
OUTOUT
AUDIO
FRONT CENTER
CD
IN
TV/SAT VIDEO
R L R LRR
A
1
2
COAXIAL OPTICAL
OUT 1
OUT 2
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
IN1IN
DVD
SUBWOOFER
FRONT
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND
DIGITAL OUT
for WIRELESS LAN
(CD)(
)
Select one
DC OUTPUT
(
OUTPUT
5 V
0.6 A MAX
OPTICAL
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
SURROUND SURR BACK
SURROUND BACK
HDMI/DVI-compatible
monitor
AUDIO OUT
R L
ANALOG
ADAPTE
(
OUTP
LAN
0.1 A
(
)
10/100
)
(
)
VIDEO
FH / FW
PRE OUT
(
)
Single
L
R
(
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE
Single
L
This connection is
required in order to
listen to the sound
of the TV over the
receiver.
Other HDMI/DVIequipped component
HDMI OUT HDMI OUT
! 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
Operating Instructions in CD-ROM.
! For input components, connections other than HDMI connections are also possible (see
Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output on page 13 ).
! If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio
cables.
— When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC
(Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT
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 Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
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.
HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor
AUDIO OUT
R
(DVR/BDR)
ANALOG
6
OUT 1
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
CD
IN
FRONT
AUDIO
SURROUND
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
IN
(
IN
(
DVR/
BDR
OUT
DVD
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1
)
2
)
RS-232C
1 6
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
AM LOOP
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
EXTENSION
IN1IN
R
ANTENNA
CONTROL
)
FM UNBAL 75
IN
OUT
ZONE 2
HDMI IN
2
IN
ZONE 3
1IN2
4
IN
(VIDEO)
OUT
IR
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
IN5IN
(DVD)
BD IN
TV/SAT VIDEO
DVD
SPEAKERS
OUT
DVR/BDR
IN IN IN IN
OUTOUT
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
A
1
2
! If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio
cables (page 13).
— When the TV and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC
(Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT
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 Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
! If you use an optical digital audio cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you
connected the player to (see The Input Setup menu on Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
DVD player, etc.
Select one Select one
DIGITAL OUT
L
COAXIAL OPTICAL
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OUT 2
(
OUTPUT
5 V
)
0.6 A MAX
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
IN1IN
(CD)(
)
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
SURROUND SURR BACK
SURROUND BACK
R
(
VIDEO
FH / FW
(
)
Single
(
Single
L
DVD
SUBWOOFER
1 2
CENTER
LAN
(
)
10/100
)
PRE OUT
L
R
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
R L
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
)
B
AC IN
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
PR
P
B
Y
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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 receiver and TV using the same type of video cable as used to connect
the receiver and player.
DVD player, etc.
TV
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
P
R
P
B
Select one
VIDEO IN
VIDEO
Y
IN1IN
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 6
ASSIGNABLE
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
R
1
IN
(
)
DVD
2
IN
(
DVR/
)
BDR
MONITOR
OUT
ANTENNA
RS-232C
FM UNBAL 75
AM LOOP
IN
OUT
(
OUTPUT 5 V
CONTROL
)
150 mA MAX
EXTENSION
! 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 13).
! If you use an optical digital audio cable, you’ll need to tell the receiver which digital input you
connected the player to (see The Input Setup menu on Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
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Select one Select one
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
PR
2
ZONE 2
ZONE 3
OUT
1IN2
IN
P
B
Y
4
IN
(VIDEO)
BD IN
TV/SAT VIDEO
DVD
IN IN IN IN
SPEAKERS
IR
1
OUT
2
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
A
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
IN5IN
(DVD)
(DVR/BDR)
DVR/BDR
OUTOUT
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
HDMI OUT
6
OUT 1
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
CD
IN
FRONT
AUDIO
SURROUND
COAXIAL OPTICAL
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OUT 2
(
OUTPUT
5 V
0.6 A MAX
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
IN1IN
(CD)(
)
(
)
DVD
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND SURR BACK
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND BACK
R
DIGITAL OUT
)
(
VIDEO
FH / FW
(
)
Single
(
Single
L
ADAPTER PORT
LAN
(
)
10/100
)
PRE OUT
L
R
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
R L
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX
AUDIO OUT
R
ANALOG
)
B
Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video
sources
This receiver has two sets of audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video devices, including HDD/DVD recorders and BD recorders.
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 Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc.
IN1IN
R
ANTENNA
CONTROL
)
ZONE 2
FM UNBAL 75
IN
OUT
2
ZONE 3
1IN2
IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO
4
IN
(VIDEO)
OUT
IR
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
IN5IN
BD IN
(DVD)
TV/SAT VIDEO
DVD
SPEAKERS
OUT
DVR/BDR
IN IN IN IN
OUTOUT
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
A
1
2
AUDIO IN
L
R
L
ANALOG
ASSIGNABLE
IN
(
DVD
IN
(
DVR/
BDR
MONITOR
OUT
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 6
Y PBP
1
)
2
)
RS-232C
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
COMPONENT VIDEO
AM LOOP
EXTENSION
(DVR/BDR)
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
6
OUT 1
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OUT 2
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
AUDIO
IN1IN
(CD)(
VIDEO
)
DVD
CD
IN
SUBWOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND SURR BACK
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND
R
OUT
MONITOR
! In order to record, you must connect the analog audio cables (the digital connection is for playback
only).
! If your HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc., is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we
recommend connecting it to the receiver’s HDMI DVR/BDR IN terminal. When doing so, also
connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on page 13 ).
(
OUTPUT
5 V
0.6 A MAX
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
SURROUND BACK
Select one
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
LAN
(
)
10/100
)
(
)
VIDEO
FH / FW
PRE OUT
(
)
Single
L
R
(
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
Single
L
R L
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX
AUDIO OUT
R L
ANALOG
AC IN
)
B
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02
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 Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
STB
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
4
IN
2
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
IN
(
DVD
IN
(
DVR/
BDR
OUT
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1
)
2
)
RS-232C
1 6
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
AM LOOP
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
EXTENSION
IN1IN
R
ANTENNA
CONTROL
)
ZONE 2
FM UNBAL 75
IN
OUT
(VIDEO)
DVD
ZONE 3
OUT
IN IN IN IN
SPEAKERS
IR
OUT
1IN2
IN
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
BD IN
TV/SAT VIDEO
1
2
! If your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the
receiver’s HDMI IN 1 or IN 2 terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI
(see Connecting using HDMI on page 13 ).
Select one
AUDIO OUT
R
L
ANALOG
COAXIAL OPTICAL
6
IN5IN
(DVD)
OUTOUT
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
A
DVR/BDR
(DVR/BDR)
MONITOR
AUDIO
OUT 1
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
OUT
VIDEO
CD
IN
FRONT
DIGITAL OUT
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OUT 2
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
IN1IN
(CD)(
)
DVD
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND SURR BACK
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND BACK
SURROUND
R
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V
LAN
(
OUTPUT
(
)
10/100
5 V
)
0.6 A MAX
(
)
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
VIDEO
FH / FW
PRE OUT
(
)
Single
L
R
(
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
Single
L
R L
0.1 A MAX
AC IN
)
B
Connecting other audio components
This receiver has both digital and analog inputs, allowing you to connect audio components for
playback.
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 Operating Instructions in CD-ROM).
MD, DAT, etc.
Select one
AUDIO OUT
R L
ANALOG
6
IN5IN
(DVD)
(DVR/BDR)
MONITOR
OUT
VIDEO
CD
DVR/BDR
IN
OUTOUT
AUDIO
FRONT CENTER
R L R L
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
IN
(
IN
(
BDR
OUT
ASSIGNABLE
1
DVD
2
DVR/
HDMI
)
)
RS-232C
1 6
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
AM LOOP
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
EXTENSION
IN1IN
ANTENNA
)
R
CONTROL
DIGITAL IN
ZONE 2
FM UNBAL 75
IN
OUT
OPTICAL
2
ZONE 3
1IN2
IN
IN
OUT
IR
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
12 V TRIGGER
4
BD IN(VIDEO)
TV/SAT VIDEO
DVD
IN IN IN IN
SPEAKERS
A
1
OUT
2
! If your turntable has line-level outputs (i.e., it has a built-in phono pre-amp), connect it to the CD
inputs instead.
! You can’t hear HDMI audio through this receiver’s digital out jack.
OUT 1
OUT 2
(CONTROL)
COAXIAL
ASSIGNABLE ASSIGNABLE
IN1IN
DVD
SUBWOOFER
FRONT
1 2
CENTER
SURROUND
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL OPTICAL
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
OPTICAL
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
(CD)(
)
SURROUND SURR BACK
SURROUND BACK
R
ADAPTER PORT
(
OUTPUT 5 V
LAN
(
OUTPUT
(
)
10/100
5 V
)
0.6 A MAX
(
)
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
VIDEO
FH / FW
PRE OUT
(
)
Single
L
R
(
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
Single
L
R L
0.1 A MAX
AC IN
)
B
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RS-232C
ZONE 2
IN IN
OUT
ZONE 3
OUT
TV/SAT VDVD
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
R
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
OUT
(
DVD
)
IN
1
(
DVR/
BDR
)
IN
2
BD IN
EXTENSION
SPEAKERS
A
FM UNBAL 75
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
)
CONTROL
IR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
1IN2
2
1
12 V TRIGGER
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
02 Connecting your equipment
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 on page 16 ).
1
5
a b c
ANTENNA
2
3
FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP
5 Connect 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.
Connecting external antennas
To improve FM reception, connect an external
FM antenna to FM UNBAL 75 W.
4
75 Ω coaxial cable
ANTENNA
FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP
MULTI-ZONE setup
This receiver can power up to three independent systems in separate rooms after you have
made the proper MULTI-ZONE 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 TV
terminals, digital input terminals (OPTICAL and
COAXIAL) and the COMPONENT VIDEO input
terminals and output them to ZONE 2.
Basic MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 2)
1 Connect a separate amplifier to the
AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT jacks on this receiver.
You should have a pair of speakers attached to
the sub zone amplifier as shown in the following illustration.
2 Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO
ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.
Sub zone (ZONE 2)
VIDEO IN
Main zone
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
1 6
IN1IN
4
IN
2
(VIDEO)
and a separate amplifier (and speakers) for your
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
1 Pull off the protective shields of both
AM antenna wires.
2 Push open the tabs, then insert one
wire fully into each terminal, then release
the tabs to secure the AM antenna wires.
3 Fix the AM loop antenna to the
attached stand.
To fix the stand to the antenna, bend in the
AM loop antenna.
For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.
Outdoor antenna
Indoor antenna
ANTENNA
FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP
(vinyl-coated wire)
direction indicated by the arrow (fig. a) then clip
the loop onto the stand (fig. b).
5 m to 6 m
! 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.
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4 Place the AM antenna on a flat
surface and in a direction giving the best
reception.
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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) on page 16 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
Input functions available
Zone
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/BDR, VIDEO,
ZONE 2
ZONE 3
It is not possible to down-convert the audio
and video input signals from the HDMI input
HOME MEDIA GALLERY, iPod/USB,
CD, TUNER, ADAPTER PORT
(Outputs analog audio, composite
video.)
DVD, TV/SAT, DVR/BDR, VIDEO, CD,
TUNER, ADAPTER PORT
(Outputs analog audio)
AUDIO IN
R L
MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker
terminals (ZONE 2)
You must select ZONE 2 in Speaker system
setting on Operating Instructions in CD-ROM to
use this setup.
1 Connect a pair of speakers to the
surround back speaker terminals.
Connecting your equipment
L
R
PRE O
2
TER
SURROUND SURR BACK
FH / FW
(CD)D)
1IN2
(
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
)
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
IN1IN2IN3OUT
(
VIDEO
)
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
(
10/10
LAN
(
OUTPUT
5 V
0.6 A MAX
)
SURROUND BACK
LRR L
(
Single
)
(
Single
)
FRONT HE
RS-232C
ZONE 2
OUT
ZONE 3
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
R
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
OUT
(
DVD
)
IN
1
(
DVR/
BDR
)
IN
2
HDMI
IN1IN
2
ASSIGNABLE
1 6
EXTENSION
FM UNBAL 75
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
)
CONTROL
IR
OUT
IN
IN1IN
(OU
TO
RS-232C
ZONE 2
IN IN
OUT
ZONE 3
OUT
TV/SAT VDVD
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y PBP
R
ASSIGNABLE
MONITOR
OUT
(
DVD
)
IN
1
(
DVR/
BDR
)
IN
2
BD IN
EXTENSION
SPEAKERS
A
FM UNBAL 75
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(
OUTPUT 5 V
150 mA MAX
)
CONTROL
IR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
1IN2
2
1
12 V TRIGGER
(OUTPUT 12 V
TOTAL 150 mA MAX)
F
02
2 Connect a TV monitor to the VIDEO
ZONE 2 OUT jack on this receiver.
Sub zone (ZONE 2)
VIDEO IN
Main zone
RL
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.
Main zone
Sub zone (ZONE 3)
AUDIO IN
R L
HDMI
ASSIGNABLE
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. To listen to Internet radio stations, you must sign a contract with an ISP
(Internet Service Provider) beforehand.
When connected in this way, you can play audio
files stored on the components on the network,
including your computer, using HOME MEDIA
GALLERY inputs.
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
LE
OPTICAL
2
IN
(CD)
OFER2SURROUND SURR BACK
LRR
(
OUTPUT
5 V
)
0.6 A MAX
ASSIGNABLE
IN1IN2IN3OUT
(
)
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
VIDEO
FH / FW
(
)
Single
(
)
SURROUND BACK
Single
L
LAN
(
10/100
PRE OUT
L
R
FRONT HEIGHT /
)
Internet
Modem
! LAN terminal : Ethernet jack
(10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
Note
! Refer to the operation manual of the
equipment you have as the connected
equipment and connection method may differ
depending on your Internet environment.
! When using a broadband Internet connection,
a contract with an Internet service provider
is required. For more details, contact your
nearest Internet service provider.
Connecting to a wireless LAN
Wireless connection to the network is possible
through a wireless LAN connection. Use the
AS-WL300 for connection.
! Use only the furnished accessory connecting
cable.
Plugging in the receiver
Only plug in after you have connected all your
components to this receiver, including the
speakers.
CAUTION
! Handle the power cord by the plug part. Do
not pull out the plug by tugging the cord, and
never touch the power cord when your hands
are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or
electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of
furniture, or other object on the power cord or
pinch the cord in any other way. Never make
a knot in the cord or tie it with other cables.
The power cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged
power cord can cause a fire or give you an
electric shock. Check the power cord once in a
while. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest
Pioneer authorized independent service
company for a replacement.
LAN terminal specifications
! Do not use any power cord other than the one
supplied with this unit.
! Do not use the supplied power cord for any
purpose other than that described below.
! The receiver should be disconnected by
removing the mains plug from the wall
socket when not in regular use, e.g., when on
vacation.
! If you have connected speakers with a 6 W
impedance, change the impedance setting
before turning on the power.
! VSX-LX55 only:
Make sure the blue u STANDBY/ON light has
gone out before unplugging.
1 Plug the supplied power cord into the
AC IN socket on the back of the receiver.
)
(
VIDEO
FH / FW
(
)
Single
L
LAN
(
10/100
)
PRE OUT
L
R
(
)
FRONT HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE /
Single
R L
ADAPTER PORT
)
(
OUTPUT 5 V
0.1 A MAX
)
Internet
Modem
B
Router
WAN
DC OUTPUT
for WIRELESS LAN
2
(
OUTPUT
5 V
0.6 A MAX
OPTICAL
LAN
3 2 1
4
IN
2
IN1IN
1 6
(VIDEO)
WAN
Router
LAN cable
(sold separately)
to LAN port
BLE ASSIGNABLE
2
IN1IN2IN3OUT
IN
(CD)
(
)
DVR/BDR)(TV/SAT
OFER2SURROUND SURR BACK
SURROUND BACK
L
R
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 Operating Instructions
DC 5V WPS
Ethernet
Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300)
in CD-ROM.
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02 Connecting your equipment
2 Plug the other end into a power outlet.
! After this receiver is connected to an AC
outlet, a 2 second to 10 second HDMI
initialization process begins. You cannot
carry out any operations during this process.
The HDMI indicator in the front panel display
blinks during this process, and you can turn
on this receiver once it has stopped blinking.
When you set the Control with HDMI to
OFF, you can skip this process. For details
about the Control with HDMI feature, see
Control with HDMI function on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM.
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Basic Setup
03
Basic Setup
Automatically conducting
optimum sound tuning (Full
Auto MCACC)
The Full Auto MCACC Setup measures the
acoustic characteristics of your listening area,
taking into account ambient noise, speaker
connection and speaker size, and tests for both
channel delay and channel level. After you have
set up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from a
series of test tones to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for your particular room.
By performing the Full Auto MCACC Setup
procedure, the frequency-phase characteristics
of the connected speakers are also calibrated.
Once the Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure is
completed, the Full Band Phase Control function is automatically turned on.
Important
! Make sure the microphone and speakers are
not moved during the Full Auto MCACC Setup.
! Using the Full Auto MCACC Setup will
overwrite any existing settings for the MCACC
preset you select.
! Before using the Full Auto MCACC Setup, the
headphones should be disconnected.
CAUTION
! The test tones used in the Full Auto MCACC
Setup are output at high volume.
®
THX
! THX is a trademark of THX Ltd. which is
registered in some jurisdictions. All rights
reserved.
1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the
receiver and your TV.
Make sure that the TV’s video input is set to this
receiver.
2 Connect the microphone to the MCACC
SETUP MIC jack on the front panel.
Push down on the lower portion of the front
panel door to access the MCACC SETUP MIC
jack.
AUTO SURR/ALC/
MCACC
SETUP MIC
iPod iPhone iPad
DIRECT CONTROL
STREAM DIRE CT
5V 2.1 A
iPod iPhone iPad
USB
Microphone
Tripod
MULTI-ZONE
CONTROL ON/OFF
PHONES
Make sure there are no obstacles between the
speakers and the microphone.
If you have a tripod, use it to place the microphone so that it’s about ear level at your
normal listening position. If you do not have
a tripod, use some other object to install the
microphone.
Install the microphone on a stable floor.
Placing the microphone on any of the following
surfaces may make accurate measurement
impossible:
! Sofas or other soft surfaces.
! High places such as tabletops and sofa tops.
The Full Auto MCACC display appears once the
microphone is connected.
1a.Full Auto MCACC
A/V RECEIVER
Speaker System : Normal(SB/FH
EQ Type : SYMMETRY
MCACC : M1.MEMORY 1
THX Speaker : NO
START
Exit Retu rn
)
! If you leave the GUI screen for over five
minutes, the screen saver will appear.
3 Select the parameters you want to set.
! When data measurement is taken, the
reverb characteristics data (both before- and
after-calibration) that this receiver had been
storing will be overwritten.
! When measurement is taken of the reverb
characteristics data other than SYMMETRY,
the data are not measured after the
correction. If you will need to measure after
correcting data, take the measurement
using the EQ Professional menu in the
Manual MCACC setup.
If the speakers are connected using any setup
other than Normal(SB/FH), be sure to set
Speaker System before the Full Auto MCACC
Setup. See Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM.
! Speaker System – Shows the current
settings. When this is selected and ENTER is
pressed, the speaker system selection screen
appears. Select the proper speaker system,
then press RETURN to return.
If you are planning on bi-amping your front
speakers, or setting up a separate speaker
system in another room, read through
Speaker system setting on Operating
Instructions in CD-ROM and make sure to
connect your speakers as necessary before
continuing to step 4.
! EQ Type – This determines how the
frequency balance is adjusted.
! MCACC – The six MCACC presets are used
for storing surround sound settings for
different listening positions. Simply choose
an unused preset for now.
! THX Speaker – Select YES when using THX
speakers (all speakers other than the front
speakers are set to SMALL). In other cases,
leave at NO.
4 Press then select START.
5 Follow the instructions on-screen.
Make sure the microphone is connected, and
if you’re using a subwoofer, make sure it is
switched on and set to a comfortable volume
level.
6 Wait for the test tones to finish, then
confirm the speaker configuration in the
GUI screen.
A progress report is displayed on-screen while
the receiver outputs test tones to determine
the speakers present in your setup. Try to be as
quiet as possible while it’s doing this.
If no operations are performed for 10 seconds
while the speaker configuration check screen
is being displayed, the Full Auto MCACC Setup
will resume automatically. In this case, you
don’t need to select ‘OK’ and press ENTER in
step 7.
! With error messages (such as Too much
ambient noise! or Check microphone.),
select RETRY after checking for ambient
noise (see Problems when using the Auto
MCACC Setup on page 20 ) and verifying the
mic connection. If there doesn’t seem to be
a problem, you can simply select GO NEXT
and continue.
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03 Basic Setup
1a.Full Auto MCACC
Now Analyzin g... 2/10
Environmen t Check
Exit Canc el
A/V RECEIVER
Ambient No ise : OK
Microphone :
Speaker YES /NO :
1a.Full Auto MCACC
L : YES
FHL : YES
C : YES
FHR : YES
R : YES
SR : YE S
SBR : Y ES
SBL : YES
SL : YES
SW : YES
10
OK RETRY
Exit Canc el
A/V RECEIVER
The configuration shown on-screen should
reflect the actual speakers you have.
! If you see an ERR message (or the speaker
configuration displayed isn’t correct),
there may be a problem with the speaker
connection. If selecting RETRY doesn’t work,
turn off the power and check the speaker
connections. If there doesn’t seem to be a
problem, you can simply use i/j to select
the speaker and k/l to change the setting
and continue.
! If the speaker is not pointed to the
microphone (listening position) or when
using speakers that affect the phase
(dipole speakers, reflective speakers, etc.),
Reverse Phase may be displayed even if the
speakers are properly connected.
If Reverse Phase is displayed, the speaker’s
wiring (+ and –) may be inverted. Check the
speaker connections.
— If the connections were wrong, turn off
the power, disconnect the power cord,
then reconnect properly. After this,
perform the Full Auto MCACC procedure
again.
— If the connections were right, select
GO NEXT and continue.
7 Make sure ‘OK’ is selected, then press
ENTER.
A progress report is displayed on-screen while
the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings.
Again, try to be as quiet as possible while this is
happening. It may take 3 to 10 minutes.
8 The Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure
is completed and the Home Menu menu
reappears automatically.
Be sure to disconnect the microphone from
this receiver upon completion of the Full Auto
MCACC Setup.
! Depending on the characteristics of your
room, sometimes identical speakers with
cone sizes of around 12 cm will end up with
different size settings. You can correct the
setting manually using the Manual speaker
setup on Operating Instructions in CD-ROM.
! The subwoofer distance setting may be
farther than the actual distance from the
listening position. This setting should
be accurate (taking delay and room
characteristics into account) and generally
does not need to be changed.
! If Full Auto MCACC Setup measurement
results are incorrect due to the interaction of
the speakers and viewing environment, we
recommend adjusting the settings manually.
Problems when using the Auto
MCACC Setup
If the room environment is not optimal for the
Auto MCACC Setup (too much background
noise, echo off the walls, obstacles blocking
the speakers from the microphone) the final
settings may be incorrect. Check for household
appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.),
that may be affecting the environment and
switch them off if necessary. If there are any
instructions showing in the front panel display,
please follow them.
! Some older TVs may interfere with the
operation of the microphone. If this seems to
be happening, switch off the TV when doing
the Auto MCACC Setup.
Operation Mode Setup
This receiver is equipped with a great number
of functions and settings. The Operation Mode
feature is provided for users who find it difficult
to master all these functions and settings.
One of two settings can be selected for the
Operation Mode: Expert and Basic.
1 Press on the remote control,
then press HOME MENU.
A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen
appears on your TV. Use i/j/k/l and
ENTER to navigate through the screens and
select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the
current menu.
2 Select ‘Operation Mode Setup’ from
the Home Menu.
3 Select the Operation Mode setting you
want.
! Expert (default) – Users can set all the
functions by themselves.
! Basic – The number of operable functions is
restricted, and functions whose operations
are restricted are automatically set to achieve
the Pioneer-recommended sound and
picture quality. The functions that can be
operated are shown below. They can be set
as necessary by referring to the operating
instructions.
Operable
functions/
items
HOME MENU
Full Auto
MCACC
Input Name
Input Skip
Descriptions Page
Makes high precision
sound field settings easily.
Input names can be
changed as desired for
easier use.
Inputs not being used are
skipped (not displayed).
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Basic Setup
03
Operable
functions/
items
Software
Update
Network
Information
Pairing
Bluetooth
Setup
Audio Parameters
MCACC
(MCACC
preset)
DELAY
(Sound Delay)
S.RTRV
(Auto Sound
Retriever)
DUAL
(Dual Mono)
V.SB
(Virtual Surround Back)
V.HEIGHT
(Virtual
Height)
V.DEPTH
(Virtual
Depth)
Other functions
INPUT
SELECT
(INPUT
SELECTOR)
MASTER
VOLUME +/–,
MUTE
LISTENING
MODE
PQLS
Descriptions Page
Updates to the latest version of the software.
Checks the receiver’s IP
address.
Pairs with a Bluetooth
device using AS-BT100 or
AS-BT200.
Selects your favorite
MCACC preset memory.
Adjusts the delay time of
the overall sound.
Plays compressed sound
with high sound quality.
Dual monaural audio
setting.
Creates a virtual surround
back channel sound for
playback.
Creates a virtual height
channel sound for playback.
Plays with a sound field
suited for 3D images.
Switches the input. 22
Use to set the listening
volume.
Only Pioneer-recommended
modes can be selected.
Plays using the PQLS
function.
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Operable
functions/
Descriptions Page
items
PHASE CTRL
(Phase Control)
PHASE CTRL
(Full Band
Phase Control)
iPod iPhone
iPad DIRECT
CONTROL
1 See the Operating Instructions in CD-ROM for
detail.
Plays with phase shifting in
the low range corrected.
The Full Band Phase
Control feature calibrates
the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers
connected.
Switches the input to iPod/
USB and sets the mode
allowing operation from
the iPod.
4 When you’re finished, press RETURN.
You will return to the Home Menu.
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04 Basic playback
Basic playback
Playing a source
Here are the basic instructions for playing a
source (such as a DVD disc) with your home
theater system.
PGM
AUTO / ALC /
STEREO STANDARDADV SURR
MULTI
SOURCERECEIVER
OPERATION
RCU SETUP
BDR
BD DVD DVR HDMI
SAT
USB OPTION
iPod
TUNER
INPUT
SELECT
TV CONTROL
CH
AUDIO
PARAMETER
LIST
TOP MENU
ADPTHMG
CDTV
VIDEO
RECEIVER
TV CTRL
MASTER
VOLUME
INPUT
VOL
MUTE
VIDEO
PARAMETER
TUNE
TOOLS
T.EDIT
1 Switch on your system components
and receiver.
Start by switching on the playback component (for example a DVD player), your TV and
subwoofer (if you have one), then the receiver
(press u RECEIVER).
Make sure that the TV’s video input is set to this
receiver.
2 Select the input function you want to
play.
You can use the input function buttons on the
remote control, INPUT SELECT, or the front
panel INPUT SELECTOR dial.
! If you need to manually switch the input
signal type press SIGNAL SEL.
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DIRECT
HDD DVD
PHASE
CTRL STATUSTHX
/
DTV MPX PQLS
TV
HDMI OUT
1 3
222
SIGNAL SEL
MCACC SLEEP
54 6
CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER
807 9
D.ACCESS
/ CLR
ZONE2 ZONE3
RECEIVER
CLASS
ENTER
MENU
AUDIO
INFO
DISP
CH
LIGHT
3 Press to the receiver operation
mode.
4 Press AUTO/ALC/DIRECT
(AUTO SURR/ALC/STREAM DIRECT) to
select ‘AUTO SURROUND’ and start
playback of the source.
If you’re playing a Dolby Digital or DTS surround
sound source, you should hear surround sound.
If you are playing a stereo source, you will only
hear sound from the front left/right speakers in
the default listening mode.
! You may need to check the digital audio
output settings on your DVD player or digital
satellite receiver. It should be set to output
Dolby Digital, DTS and 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz PCM
(2 channel) audio, and if there is an MPEG
audio option, set this to convert the MPEG
audio to PCM.
5 Use the MASTER VOLUME +/– to adjust
the volume level.
Listening in surround sound
Using this receiver, you can listen to any source
in surround sound.
MENU
PGM
AUTO / ALC /
STEREO STANDARDADV SURR
MULTI
SOURCERECEIVER
OPERATION
RCU SETUP
BDR
BD DVD DVR HDMI
SAT
USB OPTION
iPod
TUNER
INPUT
SELECT
TV CONTROL
CH
AUDIO
PARAMETER
LIST
TOP MENU
BAND GUIDE
ADPTHMG
CDTV
VIDEO
RECEIVER
TV CTRL
MASTER
VOLUME
INPUT
VOL
MUTE
VIDEO
PARAMETER
TUNE
TOOLS
T.EDIT
Standard surround sound
This receiver provide basic surround sound for
stereo and multichannel sources.
1 Press to the receiver operation
mode.
2 While listening to a source, press
STANDARD (STANDARD SURROUND).
If necessary, press repeatedly to select a listening mode.
Using the Advanced surround
effects
The Advanced surround effects can be used for
a variety of additional surround sound effects.
1 Press to the receiver operation
mode.
2 Press ADV SURR
(ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to
select a listening mode.
DIRECT
HDD DVD
PHASE
CTRL STATUSTHX
/
DTV MPX PQLS
TV
HDMI OUT
1 3
222
SIGNAL SEL
MCACC SLEEP
54 6
CH LEVEL A.ATT DIMMER
807 9
D.ACCESS
/ CLR
ZONE2 ZONE3
RECEIVER
CLASS
ENTER
AUDIO
INFO
DISP
LIGHT
CH
Using the Home THX modes
THX and Home THX are technical standards
created by THX Ltd. for cinema and home theater sound.
1 Press to the receiver operation
mode.
2 Press THX (HOME THX) to select a
listening mode.
Playing an iPod
This receiver has the iPod iPhone iPad USB
terminal that will allow you to control playback
of audio content from your iPod using the controls of this receiver.
! This receiver is compatible with the audio
and video of the iPod nano (audio only for the
iPod nano 1G/2G), iPod fifth generation (audio
only), iPod classic, iPod touch, iPhone, iPhone
3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPad. However,
some of the functions may be restricted for
some models. The receiver is not compatible
with the iPod shuffle.
! This receiver has been developed and tested
for the software version of iPod/iPhone/iPad
indicated on the website of Pioneer (http://
pioneer.jp/homeav/support/ios/eu/).
! Installing software versions other than
indicated on the website of Pioneer to your
iPod/iPhone/iPad may result in incompatibility
with this receiver.
! iPod, iPhone and iPad are licensed for
reproduction of non-copyrighted materials
or materials the user is legally permitted to
reproduce.
! Features such as the equalizer cannot
be controlled using this receiver, and we
recommend switching the equalizer off before
connecting.
! Pioneer cannot under any circumstances
accept responsibility for any direct or indirect
loss arising from any inconvenience or loss
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of recorded material resulting from the iPod
failure.
! When listening to a track on the iPod in the
main zone, it is possible to control the sub
zone, but not to listen to a different track in
the sub zone from the one playing in the main
zone.
1 Switch the receiver into standby then
use the supplied iPod cable to connect
your iPod to the iPod iPhone iPad USB
terminal on the front panel of this
receiver.
iPod iPhone iPad
DIRECT CONTROL
iPod cable
(supplied)
AUTO SURR/ALC/
STREAM DIRE CT HOME THX
USB
5V 2.1 A
iPod iPhone iPad
ADVANCED
SURROUND
iPod
HDMI 3 INPUT
MENU
STANDARD
SURROUND
2 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the
receiver and your TV.
3 Press iPod USB on the remote control
to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB.
4 Use i/j to select ‘Music’ from the
iPod Top menu.
5 Use i/j and ENTER to select the track
to be played, then press the d button.
Basic playback controls
! Press iPod USB to switch the remote control
to the iPod/USB operation mode.
MENU
PGM
AUTO/ALC
STEREO
AUDIO
PARAMETER
LIST
TOP MENU
BAND GUIDE
PRESET
PTY
SEARCH
HOME
MENU
iPod CTRL
TUNE
ENTER
TUNE
TOOLS
PARAMETER
RETURN
VIDEO
T.EDIT
PRESET
DIRECT STANDARD
HDD DVD
/
DTV MPX PQLS
TV
HDMI OUT
1 3
SIGNAL SEL
MCACC SLEEP
PHASE
22
2
54 6
ADV SURR
CTRL STATUSTHX
AUDIO
INFO
DISP
Playing a USB device
It is possible to play files using the USB interface on the front of this receiver.
! Compatible USB devices include external
magnetic hard drives, portable flash memory
drives (particularly key drives) and digital audio
players (MP3 players) of format FAT16/32.
! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility
(operation and/or bus power) with all USB
mass storage devices and assumes no
responsibility for any loss of data that may
occur when connected to this receiver.
1 Switch the receiver into standby
then connect your USB device to the
USB terminal on the front panel of this
receiver.
AUTO SURR/ALC/
iPod iPhone iPad
DIRECT CONTROL
STREAM DIRE CT HOME THX
USB
5V 2.1 A
iPod iPhone iPad
USB mass
storage device
2 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the
receiver and your TV.
! Make sure the receiver is in standby when
disconnecting the USB device.
3 Press iPod USB on the remote control
to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB.
4 Use i/j to select ‘Music’ from the
USB Top menu.
5 Use i/j and ENTER to select the track
to be played, then press the d button.
ADVANCED
SURROUND
HDMI 3 INPUT
STANDARD
SURROUND
Basic playback controls
! Press iPod USB to switch the remote control
to the iPod/USB operation mode.
MENU
PGM
AUTO/ALC
STEREO
TUNE
ENTER
TUNE
TOOLS
VIDEO
PARAMETER
T.EDIT
RETURN
AUDIO
PARAMETER
LIST
TOP MENU
BAND GUIDE
PRESET
PTY
SEARCH
HOME
MENU
iPod CTRL
PRESET
DIRECT STANDARD
HDD DVD
/
DTV MPX PQLS
TV
HDMI OUT
1 3
SIGNAL SEL
MCACC SLEEP
PHASE
22
2
54 6
ADV SURR
CTRL STATUSTHX
AUDIO
INFO
DISP
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