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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER RECEPTOR AUDIO-VIDEO MULTICANAL VSX-1021-K Register your product on http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) · Protect your new investment The details of your ... 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 receive a monthly newsletter. Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones...
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER RECEPTOR AUDIO-VIDEO MULTICANAL VSX-1021-K Register your product on http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) · Protect your new investment The details of your ... 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 receive a monthly newsletter. Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones...
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...Connecting to the network through these operating instructions so you start Checking what's in the box 6 Installing the receiver 6 Loading the batteries 6 Operating range of remote control unit........ 6 Canceling the demo display 6 About operation... of your system About the Remote Setup menu 52 Operating multiple receivers 52 Setting the remote to operate your model properly. Thank you have finished reading the instructions, put them...Connecting to a wireless LAN 22 Connecting an IR receiver 22 Operating other Pioneer components with this...
...Connecting to the network through these operating instructions so you start Checking what's in the box 6 Installing the receiver 6 Loading the batteries 6 Operating range of remote control unit........ 6 Canceling the demo display 6 About operation... of your system About the Remote Setup menu 52 Operating multiple receivers 52 Setting the remote to operate your model properly. Thank you have finished reading the instructions, put them...Connecting to a wireless LAN 22 Connecting an IR receiver 22 Operating other Pioneer components with this...
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...the various listening modes (page 35) ! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 58) ! Operating multiple receivers (page 52) ! Setting the remote to make the connections and settings. For instructions on using AVNavigator, see About using connections other components (... (page 65) ! The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 64) j 12 Making maximum use of functions and terminals. Plugging in the receiver on /off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 46) ! Switching on page 23 j 5 Power On j 6...
...the various listening modes (page 35) ! Measuring the all EQ type (SYMMETRY/ALL CH ADJ/FRONT ALIGN) (page 58) ! Operating multiple receivers (page 52) ! Setting the remote to make the connections and settings. For instructions on using AVNavigator, see About using connections other components (... (page 65) ! The System Setup and Other Setup menus (page 64) j 12 Making maximum use of functions and terminals. Plugging in the receiver on /off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 46) ! Switching on page 23 j 5 Power On j 6...
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... over a long period. We recommend using alkaline batteries that is set and various indications are obstacles between the remote control and the receiver's remote sensor. ! CAUTION Incorrect use of software, and MCACC Application that apply in direct sunlight - About using TUNE i/j. 4...Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) ! When installing this receiver's bottom panel while the power is on or just after it on the Pioneer website. Do not touch this unit, make the receiver's connections and initial settings in dialog fashion. they may be completed easily ...
... over a long period. We recommend using alkaline batteries that is set and various indications are obstacles between the remote control and the receiver's remote sensor. ! CAUTION Incorrect use of software, and MCACC Application that apply in direct sunlight - About using TUNE i/j. 4...Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) ! When installing this receiver's bottom panel while the power is on or just after it on the Pioneer website. Do not touch this unit, make the receiver's connections and initial settings in dialog fashion. they may be completed easily ...
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... You can be subject to the terms of its use the following functions: ! From the Start menu, click "Program" d "PIONEER CORPORATION" d "AVNavigator(VSX-1021)" d "Uninstall". Please agree to uninstall (delete) the AVNavigator from your computer's CD drive. ! Copyright to data provided on ... pages explaining the functions that go beyond the scope of "personal use the AVNavigator of another model, first uninstall (delete) this receiver's AVNavigator, then install the AVNavigator of this CD-ROM is not responsible for MCACC Application. Displays glossary pages. ! MCACC Appli...
... You can be subject to the terms of its use the following functions: ! From the Start menu, click "Program" d "PIONEER CORPORATION" d "AVNavigator(VSX-1021)" d "Uninstall". Please agree to uninstall (delete) the AVNavigator from your computer's CD drive. ! Copyright to data provided on ... pages explaining the functions that go beyond the scope of "personal use the AVNavigator of another model, first uninstall (delete) this receiver's AVNavigator, then install the AVNavigator of this CD-ROM is not responsible for MCACC Application. Displays glossary pages. ! MCACC Appli...
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...36). ! 02 Controls and displays Controls and displays Remote control This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver. 1 2,3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RECEIVER MULTI OPERATION SOURCE RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI SAT TV CD HMG ADPT USB iPod TV CTRL TUNER SIRIUS INPUT... Control (page 37). ! ADV SURR - A.ATT - Switch to access the Audio options (page 46). ! Also use k/l to check selected receiver settings (page 50). ! Use to perform operations in the main zone. VIDEO PARAMETER - Use to switch on for Standard decoding and to switch between...
...36). ! 02 Controls and displays Controls and displays Remote control This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver. 1 2,3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RECEIVER MULTI OPERATION SOURCE RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI SAT TV CD HMG ADPT USB iPod TV CTRL TUNER SIRIUS INPUT... Control (page 37). ! ADV SURR - A.ATT - Switch to access the Audio options (page 46). ! Also use k/l to check selected receiver settings (page 50). ! Use to perform operations in the main zone. VIDEO PARAMETER - Use to switch on for Standard decoding and to switch between...
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...12 Master volume level Shows the overall volume level. Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is selected (page 35). ! AUTO lights when the receiver is being received in sleep mode (page 50). 17 Matrix decoding format indicators ! 2PRO LOGIC IIx - L/R - C - Low frequency effects channel (the ...various settings. 15 Speaker indicators Lights to indicate the input function you have selected. 14 Scroll indicators Light when there are being received. ! Either one of the receiver is being input. ! DTS - Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding. ! Lights with DTS decoding. ! DSD PCM - STREAM...
...12 Master volume level Shows the overall volume level. Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is selected (page 35). ! AUTO lights when the receiver is being received in sleep mode (page 50). 17 Matrix decoding format indicators ! 2PRO LOGIC IIx - L/R - C - Low frequency effects channel (the ...various settings. 15 Speaker indicators Lights to indicate the input function you have selected. 14 Scroll indicators Light when there are being received. ! Either one of the receiver is being input. ! DTS - Lights with DTS 96/24 decoding. ! Lights with DTS decoding. ! DSD PCM - STREAM...
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... EQ is connected (page 16). ! lights when the component is set to SOUND RETRIEVER AIR (page 34). 16 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL Change the receiver's input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on page 9 . 10 En 6 TUNER controls ! Find radio frequencies (page 31). ! ADVANCED MCACC - TUNE ... signals from the main zone (page 49). 5 Character display See Display on the iPod (page 29). ADVANCED SURROUND - CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1021 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY / ON SPEAKERS CONTROL - MULTI-ZONE - ON/OFF BAND TUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET AUTO SURR/ALC...
... EQ is connected (page 16). ! lights when the component is set to SOUND RETRIEVER AIR (page 34). 16 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL Change the receiver's input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on page 9 . 10 En 6 TUNER controls ! Find radio frequencies (page 31). ! ADVANCED MCACC - TUNE ... signals from the main zone (page 49). 5 Character display See Display on the iPod (page 29). ADVANCED SURROUND - CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1021 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY / ON SPEAKERS CONTROL - MULTI-ZONE - ON/OFF BAND TUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET AUTO SURR/ALC...
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...ATTENTION: PRE OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 -16 . 6 -16 . Be sure to connect speakers to make up your equipment This receiver provides you with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have . ! The Speaker System setting must be the final step. It is also possible... to [E] below. This chapter explains the kinds of the connections shown below are different depending on page 25 to the receiver's different input terminals. SPEAKERS SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Class 2Wiring SELECTABLE VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI Note The input functions below other...
...ATTENTION: PRE OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 -16 . 6 -16 . Be sure to connect speakers to make up your equipment This receiver provides you with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have . ! The Speaker System setting must be the final step. It is also possible... to [E] below. This chapter explains the kinds of the connections shown below are different depending on page 25 to the receiver's different input terminals. SPEAKERS SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Class 2Wiring SELECTABLE VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI Note The input functions below other...
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... being knocked over or falling in .) HDMI IN 1 ASSIGNABLE 1 VIDEO 1 IN BD IN DVD IN DVR/BDR IN OUT DC OUTPUT for details on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. If any uninsulated parts. ! Bare wire connections Installing your speaker system At the very least, front left CAUTION Make sure...
... being knocked over or falling in .) HDMI IN 1 ASSIGNABLE 1 VIDEO 1 IN BD IN DVD IN DVR/BDR IN OUT DC OUTPUT for details on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. If any uninsulated parts. ! Bare wire connections Installing your speaker system At the very least, front left CAUTION Make sure...
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.../FW)' from the Speaker System menu. When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for the surround back speakers. See Speaker system setting on the receiver. Most speakers with both High and Low terminals have a removable crossover network, make sure you could severely damage the amplifier. 03 Connecting your equipment Bi...
.../FW)' from the Speaker System menu. When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for the surround back speakers. See Speaker system setting on the receiver. Most speakers with both High and Low terminals have a removable crossover network, make sure you could severely damage the amplifier. 03 Connecting your equipment Bi...
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...from the component video input for connection with source device Terminal for the HDMI output are output through HDMI connections. ! This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology. Deep Color signal transfer ! If you choose to connect to the same... connection, however, does not support audio signals. With an HDMI cable, video and audio signals can be converted. ! This receiver supports the functions described below through all of the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jacks. Synchronized operation with components using the Control with HDMI ...
...from the component video input for connection with source device Terminal for the HDMI output are output through HDMI connections. ! This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology. Deep Color signal transfer ! If you choose to connect to the same... connection, however, does not support audio signals. With an HDMI cable, video and audio signals can be converted. ! This receiver supports the functions described below through all of the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jacks. Synchronized operation with components using the Control with HDMI ...
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... SPEAKERS SEL Class 2Wiring SEL ! For input components, connections other countries. Some components that are trade- 16 En Connecting your equipment ! This receiver supports SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Other HDMI/DVIequipped component HDMI OUT HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray disc ...Interface are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV over the receiver. HDMI IN 1 ASSIGNABLE 1 VIDEO 1 IN BD IN DVD IN DVR/BDR IN OUT DC OUTPUT for WIRELESS LAN LAN (10/100)...
... SPEAKERS SEL Class 2Wiring SEL ! For input components, connections other countries. Some components that are trade- 16 En Connecting your equipment ! This receiver supports SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Other HDMI/DVIequipped component HDMI OUT HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray disc ...Interface are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV over the receiver. HDMI IN 1 ASSIGNABLE 1 VIDEO 1 IN BD IN DVD IN DVR/BDR IN OUT DC OUTPUT for WIRELESS LAN LAN (10/100)...
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...SELECTA ! Connect using a composite or component cord. Connect the DVD player's video signals using an HDMI cable to listen to HD audio on the receiver. HDMI IN Select one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R ANALOG L COAXIAL OPTICAL Select one VIDEO OUT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT PR PB Y TV Select...input video signals. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is input to the receiver. HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor DVD player, etc. DVD player, etc. Connecting your equipment 03 Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output This...
...SELECTA ! Connect using a composite or component cord. Connect the DVD player's video signals using an HDMI cable to listen to HD audio on the receiver. HDMI IN Select one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R ANALOG L COAXIAL OPTICAL Select one VIDEO OUT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO OUT PR PB Y TV Select...input video signals. In this case, set TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is input to the receiver. HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor DVD player, etc. DVD player, etc. Connecting your equipment 03 Connecting your DVD player with no HDMI output This...
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... audio cables (the digital connection is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the receiver's HDMI IN 1 terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on page 25 ). HDMI IN 1 VIDEO 1 IN ASSIGNABLE.... SPEAKERS SELECT Class 2Wiring SELECT ! 03 Connecting your set-top box is for playback only) (page 50). ! Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other video sources This receiver has two sets of so-called 'set-top boxes'. STB VIDEO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN R ANALOG L Select one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R...
... audio cables (the digital connection is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, we recommend connecting it to the receiver's HDMI IN 1 terminal. When doing so, also connect the receiver and TV by HDMI (see Connecting using HDMI on page 25 ). HDMI IN 1 VIDEO 1 IN ASSIGNABLE.... SPEAKERS SELECT Class 2Wiring SELECT ! 03 Connecting your set-top box is for playback only) (page 50). ! Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other video sources This receiver has two sets of so-called 'set-top boxes'. STB VIDEO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN R ANALOG L Select one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R...
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... 3 Fix the AM loop antenna to (see Connecting external antennas on the recorder. ! b). ! If you to a wall or other audio components This receiver has both AM antenna wires. 2 Push open the tabs, then insert one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R ANALOG L COAXIAL OPTICAL 5 fig. To improve AM ...bend in a direction giving the best reception. When you connected the component to the attached stand. Don't drape loosely or leave coiled up the receiver you'll need to 6 m (16 ft. If your equipment 03 Connecting other surface, secure the stand with screws (fig. Outdoor antenna ...
... 3 Fix the AM loop antenna to (see Connecting external antennas on the recorder. ! b). ! If you to a wall or other audio components This receiver has both AM antenna wires. 2 Push open the tabs, then insert one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R ANALOG L COAXIAL OPTICAL 5 fig. To improve AM ...bend in a direction giving the best reception. When you connected the component to the attached stand. Don't drape loosely or leave coiled up the receiver you'll need to 6 m (16 ft. If your equipment 03 Connecting other surface, secure the stand with screws (fig. Outdoor antenna ...
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... table shows the signals that can play audio files stored on the components on page 66 . Connecting a SiriusConnect Tuner To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio broadcasts, you have a pair of speakers attached to the SiriusConnectTM tuner. ! Making MULTI-ZONE connections It is... RIUS A FRONT R L CENTER IN SUBWOOFER CAUTION: ATTENTION: PRE OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 -16 . 6 -16 . Turn on this receiver to Internet radio stations, you have a pair of speakers attached to Satellite Radio on this way, you can be controlled by the remote or front...
... table shows the signals that can play audio files stored on the components on page 66 . Connecting a SiriusConnect Tuner To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio broadcasts, you have a pair of speakers attached to the SiriusConnectTM tuner. ! Making MULTI-ZONE connections It is... RIUS A FRONT R L CENTER IN SUBWOOFER CAUTION: ATTENTION: PRE OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE ENCEINTE D'IMPEDANCE DE 6 -16 . 6 -16 . Turn on this receiver to Internet radio stations, you have a pair of speakers attached to Satellite Radio on this way, you can be controlled by the remote or front...
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...iPad L R VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Video camera (etc.) En 21 SPEAKERS SELECT Class 2 Wiring SELECT Important ! There are accessed via the receiver. ! For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing a USB device on the remote control. Connecting to enter text in the Input Setup menu... iPad USB terminal on the front panel of audio content from your iPod. ! This receiver does not support a USB hub. ! Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of this receiver. ! Bluetooth® ADAPTER DVD IN DVR/BDR IN OUT DC OUTPUT for your iPod...
...iPad L R VIDEO AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Video camera (etc.) En 21 SPEAKERS SELECT Class 2 Wiring SELECT Important ! There are accessed via the receiver. ! For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing a USB device on the remote control. Connecting to enter text in the Input Setup menu... iPad USB terminal on the front panel of audio content from your iPod. ! This receiver does not support a USB hub. ! Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of this receiver. ! Bluetooth® ADAPTER DVD IN DVR/BDR IN OUT DC OUTPUT for your iPod...
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...mini-plug cable), you want to check for the type of this receiver's remote control, see Operating other manufacturers may not be able to the IR receiver. Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor Many Pioneer components have at least one set of analog audio, video or HDMI ... remote control, the control signal is possible through a wireless LAN connection. If you wish to the manual that other Pioneer components with a mono mini-plug on the IR receiver remote sensor window. ! Use a cable with this unit's sensor on the rear of cable necessary for as many ...
...mini-plug cable), you want to check for the type of this receiver's remote control, see Operating other manufacturers may not be able to the IR receiver. Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor Many Pioneer components have at least one set of analog audio, video or HDMI ... remote control, the control signal is possible through a wireless LAN connection. If you wish to the manual that other Pioneer components with a mono mini-plug on the IR receiver remote sensor window. ! Use a cable with this unit's sensor on the rear of cable necessary for as many ...
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... cause a fire or give you an electric shock. The receiver should be stepped on page 43 . After this process. Handle the power cord by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord when your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. ! When you can... turn on this receiver, including the speakers. You cannot carry out any other object on the power cord or pinch...
... cause a fire or give you an electric shock. The receiver should be stepped on page 43 . After this process. Handle the power cord by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord when your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. ! When you can... turn on this receiver, including the speakers. You cannot carry out any other object on the power cord or pinch...