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... RECEIVER VSX-1017TXV-K Register your product at http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The details of your purchase will be on file for reference in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. • Receive ...free tips, updates and service bulletins on your new product • Improve product development Your input helps us continue to design products that meet your needs. • Receive a free Pioneer newsletter Registered customers can opt in to...
... RECEIVER VSX-1017TXV-K Register your product at http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The details of your purchase will be on file for reference in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. • Receive ...free tips, updates and service bulletins on your new product • Improve product development Your input helps us continue to design products that meet your needs. • Receive a free Pioneer newsletter Registered customers can opt in to...
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...this equipment does cause harmful interference to other reproductive harm. CAUTION - Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-1017TXV-K Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. Phone: 1-800-421-1404 IMPORTANT NOTICE - These limits are used in accordance with ...the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. and Australia Model C67-7-3_En D1-4-2-6-1_En NOTE: This equipment has been ...
...this equipment does cause harmful interference to other reproductive harm. CAUTION - Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-1017TXV-K Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. Phone: 1-800-421-1404 IMPORTANT NOTICE - These limits are used in accordance with ...the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. and Australia Model C67-7-3_En D1-4-2-6-1_En NOTE: This equipment has been ...
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... Placing the speakers 19 THX speaker system setup 20 Connecting antennas 20 Connecting external antennas 21 Plugging in the receiver 21 AC outlet 21 04 Controls and displays Front panel 22 Operating range of remote control unit 23 Display...33 Saving station presets 33 Naming station presets 34 Listening to station presets 34 07 The System Setup menu Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 35 Surround back speaker setting 35 Manual MCACC setup 36 Fine Channel Level 36... 28 Setting the effect options 29 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product.
... Placing the speakers 19 THX speaker system setup 20 Connecting antennas 20 Connecting external antennas 21 Plugging in the receiver 21 AC outlet 21 04 Controls and displays Front panel 22 Operating range of remote control unit 23 Display...33 Saving station presets 33 Naming station presets 34 Listening to station presets 34 07 The System Setup menu Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 35 Surround back speaker setting 35 Manual MCACC setup 36 Fine Channel Level 36... 28 Setting the effect options 29 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product.
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... other components 60 Operating other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use for other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor 61 12 Additional information Troubleshooting 62 Power 62 No sound 62 Other audio problems 63 Video 64 Settings... 48 Bi-amping your front speakers 49 Bi-wiring your speakers 49 Connecting additional amplifiers 50 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display 50 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display 51 09 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 52 The Other Setup menu 53 Dynamic Range ...
... other components 60 Operating other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use for other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor 61 12 Additional information Troubleshooting 62 Power 62 No sound 62 Other audio problems 63 Video 64 Settings... 48 Bi-amping your front speakers 49 Bi-wiring your speakers 49 Connecting additional amplifiers 50 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display 50 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display 51 09 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 52 The Other Setup menu 53 Dynamic Range ...
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...Digital EX and DTS-ES decoders for six-channel surround sound. • Phase correction Based on Pioneer's unique Phase Control Technology, the Phase Control feature incorporated into this receiver's design provides coherent sound reproduction through the use of phase matching for an optimal sound image ...the full range of surround sound settings. • THX Select2 certified design This receiver bears the THX Select2 logo, which includes the advanced features of your listening area, allowing you to Pioneer for deep, realistic sound effects. This includes testing of pre-amplifier and power ...
...Digital EX and DTS-ES decoders for six-channel surround sound. • Phase correction Based on Pioneer's unique Phase Control Technology, the Phase Control feature incorporated into this receiver's design provides coherent sound reproduction through the use of phase matching for an optimal sound image ...the full range of surround sound settings. • THX Select2 certified design This receiver bears the THX Select2 logo, which includes the advanced features of your listening area, allowing you to Pioneer for deep, realistic sound effects. This includes testing of pre-amplifier and power ...
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...vibration or other equipment, heat will build up inside a car or near a cassette deck (or close to protect the equipment from overheating. Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure the openings are very dusty - near a heater. Do not use different batteries together. • ...Don't install it on a level and stable surface. This may have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen) Loading the batteries 20 cm Receiver (8 inches) Slot and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. in places where there is ...
...vibration or other equipment, heat will build up inside a car or near a cassette deck (or close to protect the equipment from overheating. Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure the openings are very dusty - near a heater. Do not use different batteries together. • ...Don't install it on a level and stable surface. This may have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen) Loading the batteries 20 cm Receiver (8 inches) Slot and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. in places where there is ...
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... moved during the Auto MCACC Setup. • Before using a digital connection from the System Setup menu on -screen automatic MCACC setup to set the receiver to complete all . Front Left (L) Subwoofer (SW) Surround Right (SR) Listening position Surround Back Right (SBR) Surround Left (SL) Surround Back ...below for both channel delay and channel level. Place your liking. Make sure you don't know how to your speakers as shown in the receiver's display, indicating that came with the TV if you do this before connecting this . 5 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume to ...
... moved during the Auto MCACC Setup. • Before using a digital connection from the System Setup menu on -screen automatic MCACC setup to set the receiver to complete all . Front Left (L) Subwoofer (SW) Surround Right (SR) Listening position Surround Back Right (SBR) Surround Left (SL) Surround Back ...below for both channel delay and channel level. Place your liking. Make sure you don't know how to your speakers as shown in the receiver's display, indicating that came with the TV if you do this before connecting this . 5 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume to ...
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...Speaker YES/NO [ OK ] [ OK ] [ OK ] :Cancel 2.Auto MCACC Check! Select 'SKIP' to go to determine the optimum receiver settings for channel level, speaker distance, and Acoustic Calibration EQ. This setting should be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. Make ... • The OSD will resume automatically. A progress report is displayed on page 42. 3 When TYPE1 is selected, the calibration is switched on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to the next step. Front Center Surround SB SUB W. [ YES ] [ YES ] [ YES ] [ Yx2 ] [ YES ] 10...
...Speaker YES/NO [ OK ] [ OK ] [ OK ] :Cancel 2.Auto MCACC Check! Select 'SKIP' to go to determine the optimum receiver settings for channel level, speaker distance, and Acoustic Calibration EQ. This setting should be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. Make ... • The OSD will resume automatically. A progress report is displayed on page 42. 3 When TYPE1 is selected, the calibration is switched on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to the next step. Front Center Surround SB SUB W. [ YES ] [ YES ] [ YES ] [ Yx2 ] [ YES ] 10...
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...and we recommend leaving Phase Control switched on your TV, make sure your sound source arrives at your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. If this receiver to the VIDEO 1 jacks on for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the TV when doing the Auto... microphone) the final settings may be affecting the environment and switch them . • Some older TVs may interfere with your system components and receiver. You can use of phase matching4 for playing a source (such as shown in increased amplitude, clarity and presence of listening to sources. The...
...and we recommend leaving Phase Control switched on your TV, make sure your sound source arrives at your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. If this receiver to the VIDEO 1 jacks on for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the TV when doing the Auto... microphone) the final settings may be affecting the environment and switch them . • Some older TVs may interfere with your system components and receiver. You can use of phase matching4 for playing a source (such as shown in increased amplitude, clarity and presence of listening to sources. The...
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... an iPod on page 43. 9 Audio/video source inputs/(outputs) (x6) Use for digital audio sources, including DVD players/recorders, digital satellite receivers, CD players, etc. This page explains the kinds of inputs has jacks for recording to a CD or MiniDisc recorder. Using the component video jacks...CD players, tape decks, turntables, etc. Connecting digital audio sources on page 20. 11 En Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other Pioneer components with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have to be the final step. 1 HDMI connectors (x3) Two inputs and one output for...
... an iPod on page 43. 9 Audio/video source inputs/(outputs) (x6) Use for digital audio sources, including DVD players/recorders, digital satellite receivers, CD players, etc. This page explains the kinds of inputs has jacks for recording to a CD or MiniDisc recorder. Using the component video jacks...CD players, tape decks, turntables, etc. Connecting digital audio sources on page 20. 11 En Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other Pioneer components with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have to be the final step. 1 HDMI connectors (x3) Two inputs and one output for...
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...surround and surround back speakers. patents and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is enabled, all of the receiver. • When connecting optical cables, be converted. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by U.S. Note that some components (such as video ... SIRIUS Radio on page 13. 13 Multichannel analog audio inputs 7.1 channel inputs for connection to a DVD player with the receiver. Power to switch the video converter on page 54) OFF. The cable may not be careful when inserting the plug not to the...
...surround and surround back speakers. patents and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is enabled, all of the receiver. • When connecting optical cables, be converted. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by U.S. Note that some components (such as video ... SIRIUS Radio on page 13. 13 Multichannel analog audio inputs 7.1 channel inputs for connection to a DVD player with the receiver. Power to switch the video converter on page 54) OFF. The cable may not be careful when inserting the plug not to the...
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... DVD/LD S-VIDEO input. When you set -top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of this receiver using an optical cable. OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN... MONITOR OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI CH DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT STB Note 1 If your DVD player to the DVD/LD AUDIO inputs. Connecting your equipment 03 ..., see The Input Assign menu on page 14 if your TV and DVD player VIDEO S-VIDEO IN IN TV 1 VSX-1017TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) OUT IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2...
... DVD/LD S-VIDEO input. When you set -top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of this receiver using an optical cable. OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN... MONITOR OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI CH DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT STB Note 1 If your DVD player to the DVD/LD AUDIO inputs. Connecting your equipment 03 ..., see The Input Assign menu on page 14 if your TV and DVD player VIDEO S-VIDEO IN IN TV 1 VSX-1017TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) OUT IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2...
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...the DVR/VCR2 outputs. 3 If the device can connect it to one of the coaxial inputs on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. Using the component video jacks Component video should give superior picture quality .../SAT) input.2 Use an optical cable for the video connection. • For a second recorder, use the COAXIAL 2 (DVR/ VCR2) inputs. VSX-1017TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) OUT IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2 (TV/SAT) IN 3 ...S-video. OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT 3 R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV IN R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT 12 DVR, VCR, etc.
...the DVR/VCR2 outputs. 3 If the device can connect it to one of the coaxial inputs on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. Using the component video jacks Component video should give superior picture quality .../SAT) input.2 Use an optical cable for the video connection. • For a second recorder, use the COAXIAL 2 (DVR/ VCR2) inputs. VSX-1017TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) OUT IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2 (TV/SAT) IN 3 ...S-video. OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT 3 R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV IN R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT 12 DVR, VCR, etc.
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... you must also connect your TV to a set of your HDMI component. 2 Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT interconnect on this receiver with a composite video, component video or S-video cable. • For optimum performance, the output settings for an HDMI component (screen resolution, the ... with the connector on the cable connector body should be facing right for limitations), Video CD/Super VCD, CD and MP3. Connecting your equipment 03 VSX-1017TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) OUT IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2 (TV/SAT) IN 3 (CD) COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR IN...
... you must also connect your TV to a set of your HDMI component. 2 Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT interconnect on this receiver with a composite video, component video or S-video cable. • For optimum performance, the output settings for an HDMI component (screen resolution, the ... with the connector on the cable connector body should be facing right for limitations), Video CD/Super VCD, CD and MP3. Connecting your equipment 03 VSX-1017TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL ANTENNA IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) OUT IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2 (TV/SAT) IN 3 (CD) COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR IN...
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...AV devices. In this system, make analog connections as Digital Visual Interface (DVI) in Connecting analog audio sources below. 16 En HDMI, the logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of audio/video inputs (for example, DVR/VCR1 or DVR/VCR2 as DTVs. VSX-1017TXV...for the connection. 2 For recording equipment, connect the optical-type DIGITAL output to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays. Most digital components also have resolutions that may not be connected to provide the technologies of...
...AV devices. In this system, make analog connections as Digital Visual Interface (DVI) in Connecting analog audio sources below. 16 En HDMI, the logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of audio/video inputs (for example, DVR/VCR1 or DVR/VCR2 as DTVs. VSX-1017TXV...for the connection. 2 For recording equipment, connect the optical-type DIGITAL output to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays. Most digital components also have resolutions that may not be connected to provide the technologies of...
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... IN 3 R SUB R SUR- FRONT WOOFER ROUND OUT SIRIU IN MONITOR OUT OUT IN L CENTER DVR/VCR2 R FRONT SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN VSX-1017TXV VIDEO OUTPUT DIGITAL OUT TV game, video camera, etc. • Select these inputs (CD-R/TAPE/MD) has corresponding outputs for use these connections for...when connected to a WMA9 Pro-compatible player. However, the connected PC, DVD player, set-top box, etc. Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. One of the AUDIO inputs. Note 1 • Windows MediaTM and the Windows logo are trademarks, or...
... IN 3 R SUB R SUR- FRONT WOOFER ROUND OUT SIRIU IN MONITOR OUT OUT IN L CENTER DVR/VCR2 R FRONT SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN VSX-1017TXV VIDEO OUTPUT DIGITAL OUT TV game, video camera, etc. • Select these inputs (CD-R/TAPE/MD) has corresponding outputs for use these connections for...when connected to a WMA9 Pro-compatible player. However, the connected PC, DVD player, set-top box, etc. Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. One of the AUDIO inputs. Note 1 • Windows MediaTM and the Windows logo are trademarks, or...
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... CH IN CENTER AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX R SURROUND L SURROUND BACK / B R L (Single) SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE VSX-1017TXV Surround left Surround right Surround back left and right speakers only are necessary. Make sure to cut off as a safety measure. 18 En ...At the very least, front left Surround back right Connecting the speakers Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. 03 Connecting your equipment Installing your Subwoofer Front left Center main surround speakers should ...
... CH IN CENTER AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX R SURROUND L SURROUND BACK / B R L (Single) SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE VSX-1017TXV Surround left Surround right Surround back left and right speakers only are necessary. Make sure to cut off as a safety measure. 18 En ...At the very least, front left Surround back right Connecting the speakers Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. 03 Connecting your equipment Installing your Subwoofer Front left Center main surround speakers should ...
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... high volume, this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in any other cables. AC outlet Power supplied through this receiver, including the speakers. 75 Ω coaxial cable ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP To improve AM reception, connect a 5 m to...turned on the power cord or pinch the cord in the cord or tie it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be connected to malfunction. • Since a subwoofer or power amplifier can cause a fire or give ...
... high volume, this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in any other cables. AC outlet Power supplied through this receiver, including the speakers. 75 Ω coaxial cable ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP To improve AM reception, connect a 5 m to...turned on the power cord or pinch the cord in the cord or tie it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be connected to malfunction. • Since a subwoofer or power amplifier can cause a fire or give ...
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04 Controls and displays Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1017TXV STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL PHASE ACOUSTIC LISTENING CONTROL EQ MODE DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DVD / LD TV / SAT DVR/VCR 1 DVR/VCR 2 ...XM SIRIUS iPod MULTI JOG ENTER PHONES SYSTEM SETUP RETURN TONE TUNING/ STATION TUNER EDIT SPEAKERS MULTI JOG S - Power indicator lights when the receiver is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 8) or Advanced EQ Setup (page 38)). 6 DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING indicator ...
04 Controls and displays Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1017TXV STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL PHASE ACOUSTIC LISTENING CONTROL EQ MODE DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DVD / LD TV / SAT DVR/VCR 1 DVR/VCR 2 ...XM SIRIUS iPod MULTI JOG ENTER PHONES SYSTEM SETUP RETURN TONE TUNING/ STATION TUNER EDIT SPEAKERS MULTI JOG S - Power indicator lights when the receiver is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 8) or Advanced EQ Setup (page 38)). 6 DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING indicator ...
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...memorize and name stations for recall (page 33). 21 SPEAKERS Use to connect headphones. When the headphones 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 no sound output from the speakers. 13 Input source buttons Press to select an input source. 14 VIDEO/GAME INPUT See Connecting a ...
...memorize and name stations for recall (page 33). 21 SPEAKERS Use to connect headphones. When the headphones 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 no sound output from the speakers. 13 Input source buttons Press to select an input source. 14 VIDEO/GAME INPUT See Connecting a ...