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...Internet radio stations 39 Listening to operate your favorite songs 40 The Network Setup menu 41 Network Configuration 41 Language 42 Firmware Update 42 Factory Reset 42 System Information 42 About network playback 43 Content playable over a network 43 About playback behavior...49 Video Converter 49 Resolution 50 Aspect 50 The Auto Power Down menu 50 The Network Standby menu 51 The ZONE2 Setup 51 The 12 V Trigger Setting 51 4 Before you start 6 Checking what's in the box 6 Installing the ..., and iTunes 38 About the DHCP server function 38 Authorizing this Pioneer product.
...Internet radio stations 39 Listening to operate your favorite songs 40 The Network Setup menu 41 Network Configuration 41 Language 42 Firmware Update 42 Factory Reset 42 System Information 42 About network playback 43 Content playable over a network 43 About playback behavior...49 Video Converter 49 Resolution 50 Aspect 50 The Auto Power Down menu 50 The Network Standby menu 51 The ZONE2 Setup 51 The 12 V Trigger Setting 51 4 Before you start 6 Checking what's in the box 6 Installing the ..., and iTunes 38 About the DHCP server function 38 Authorizing this Pioneer product.
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08 Control with HDMI function Making Control with HDMI connections 52 HDMI Setup 52 Before using synchronization 53 About synchronized operations 53 Cautions on the Control with HDMI function 53 09 Using the MULTI-ZONE feature MULTI-ZONE ...
08 Control with HDMI function Making Control with HDMI connections 52 HDMI Setup 52 Before using synchronization 53 About synchronized operations 53 Cautions on the Control with HDMI function 53 09 Using the MULTI-ZONE feature MULTI-ZONE ...
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... channel processing (page 35) • Setting the Up Mix function (page 35) • Setting the Audio options (page 36) • Manual speaker setup (page 46) 8 Making maximum use of settings on the receiver Checking what's in the box Please check that you 've set up your ...is vibration or other movement - in the receiver (page 22) 3 Power On Make sure you 've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone • Remote control • AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire ...
... channel processing (page 35) • Setting the Up Mix function (page 35) • Setting the Audio options (page 36) • Manual speaker setup (page 46) 8 Making maximum use of settings on the receiver Checking what's in the box Please check that you 've set up your ...is vibration or other movement - in the receiver (page 22) 3 Power On Make sure you 've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone • Remote control • AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire ...
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... EDIT TUNE PRESET AUTO SURROUND/ ALC/ STREAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND STEREO iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL ENTER PHONES MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO USB iPod iPhone iPad 10 VSX-42 MASTER VOLUME 17 18 24 25 19 20 21 22 19 23 26 27 28 29 28 30 11 12 13 14... page 13. 3 MCACC indicator Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 34) is on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC setup (page 23)). 4 ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (see Making MULTIZONE connections on page 54) use these controls to control the sub...
... EDIT TUNE PRESET AUTO SURROUND/ ALC/ STREAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND STEREO iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL ENTER PHONES MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO USB iPod iPhone iPad 10 VSX-42 MASTER VOLUME 17 18 24 25 19 20 21 22 19 23 26 27 28 29 28 30 11 12 13 14... page 13. 3 MCACC indicator Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 34) is on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC setup (page 23)). 4 ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (see Making MULTIZONE connections on page 54) use these controls to control the sub...
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... signals is selected. HDMI - Blinks when a digital audio signal is selected and selected audio input is detected. Removing the front cover MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO Attaching the front cover 2 MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO 5 V 2.1 A iPod iPhone USB iPad 1 USB iPod iPhone iPad 8 Lights when one of the NEO:6 modes of the tuner or...
... signals is selected. HDMI - Blinks when a digital audio signal is selected and selected audio input is detected. Removing the front cover MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO Attaching the front cover 2 MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO 5 V 2.1 A iPod iPhone USB iPad 1 USB iPod iPhone iPad 8 Lights when one of the NEO:6 modes of the tuner or...
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... this button to set above these buttons can check the remaining sleep time at SMALL in the Speaker Setting (or automatically via the Auto MCACC setup) and the X.Over is not used to select the white commands above the number buttons (MIDNIGHT, etc)). RETURN - Displays the disc 'top' menu of time...
... this button to set above these buttons can check the remaining sleep time at SMALL in the Speaker Setting (or automatically via the Auto MCACC setup) and the X.Over is not used to select the white commands above the number buttons (MIDNIGHT, etc)). RETURN - Displays the disc 'top' menu of time...
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... sound, install your system. • It is output from either the front height speaker or the surround back speaker depending on page 49). In this setup. • You will be set if the above connections are performed. The 5.1 channel surround system is required.
... sound, install your system. • It is output from either the front height speaker or the surround back speaker depending on page 49). In this setup. • You will be set if the above connections are performed. The 5.1 channel surround system is required.
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... depends on the settings you selected Height, the button will work with a nominal impedance between speakers using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. SPB can use speakers with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the...
... depends on the settings you selected Height, the button will work with a nominal impedance between speakers using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. SPB can use speakers with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the...
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...; In order to listen to the audio from the TV that is connected to this receiver using an analog audio cables, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see Control with HDMI function on page 52). • The following connection/setting is required to listen to the sound of the TV... receiver using HDMI If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray Disc player, etc.), you can be used (see HDMI Setup on page 49). SPEAKERS R L OPTICAL ANALOG AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Select one SELE Class 2 Wiring SELE If the TV does not support the HDMI...
...; In order to listen to the audio from the TV that is connected to this receiver using an analog audio cables, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see Control with HDMI function on page 52). • The following connection/setting is required to listen to the sound of the TV... receiver using HDMI If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray Disc player, etc.), you can be used (see HDMI Setup on page 49). SPEAKERS R L OPTICAL ANALOG AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Select one SELE Class 2 Wiring SELE If the TV does not support the HDMI...
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... audio from the source component that is required to listen to the TV SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL sound over this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to both the optical input terminal and coaxial input terminal. If connecting other playback component with audio cables (as shown). - In order to... using a analog audio cables, set -top box), then use a different method to choose the audio signal O1 (OPTICAL1) or C1 (COAXIAL1) (see HDMI Setup on page 25). In this receiver. - Connecting your DVD player with no need to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is required (see...
... audio from the source component that is required to listen to the TV SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL sound over this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to both the optical input terminal and coaxial input terminal. If connecting other playback component with audio cables (as shown). - In order to... using a analog audio cables, set -top box), then use a different method to choose the audio signal O1 (OPTICAL1) or C1 (COAXIAL1) (see HDMI Setup on page 25). In this receiver. - Connecting your DVD player with no need to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is required (see...
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... LAN PC 1 to Internet radio stations. For more details, contact your equipment Connecting optional Bluetooth® ADAPTER When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. Bluetooth® ADAPTER LAN cable (sold separately) IN LAN (10/100) COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE IN 1 SAT/CBL BD GAME DVR... to the ADAPTER PORT terminal on the rear panel. • For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless technology device, see The Network Setup menu on your Internet environment. • When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract with an Internet service provider is necessary to ...
... LAN PC 1 to Internet radio stations. For more details, contact your equipment Connecting optional Bluetooth® ADAPTER When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. Bluetooth® ADAPTER LAN cable (sold separately) IN LAN (10/100) COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE IN 1 SAT/CBL BD GAME DVR... to the ADAPTER PORT terminal on the rear panel. • For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless technology device, see The Network Setup menu on your Internet environment. • When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract with an Internet service provider is necessary to ...
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... that will allow you select an input function. Connecting an iPod This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that have a standby mode. VSX-42 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad BAND TUNER EDIT CONTROL TUNE ON/OFF PRESET TO SURROUND/ ALC/ REAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND SOUND iPod iPhone... iPad RETRIEVER AIR DIRECT CONTROL ENTER MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO USB iPod iPhone iPad MASTER VOLUME USB mass storage device 21 2 Connecting your equipment Switching components on and off ...
... that will allow you select an input function. Connecting an iPod This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that have a standby mode. VSX-42 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad BAND TUNER EDIT CONTROL TUNE ON/OFF PRESET TO SURROUND/ ALC/ REAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND SOUND iPod iPhone... iPad RETRIEVER AIR DIRECT CONTROL ENTER MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO USB iPod iPhone iPad MASTER VOLUME USB mass storage device 21 2 Connecting your equipment Switching components on and off ...
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...shock. Note • After this process. When you set the Control with HDMI to OFF, you can turn on page 52. 22 Connecting your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be routed so that they are wet, as this receiver, including the speakers. ...stepped on vacation. For details about the Control with other cables. The HDMI indicator in the cord or tie it with HDMI feature, see HDMI Setup on this receiver once it damaged, ask your equipment Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, or other way. Check the power...
...shock. Note • After this process. When you set the Control with HDMI to OFF, you can turn on page 52. 22 Connecting your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be routed so that they are wet, as this receiver, including the speakers. ...stepped on vacation. For details about the Control with other cables. The HDMI indicator in the cord or tie it with HDMI feature, see HDMI Setup on this receiver once it damaged, ask your equipment Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, or other way. Check the power...
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...If you cancel the Auto MCACC setup at any time to exit the Home Menu. Manual SP Setup 3 . Video Parameter 6 . After you have set up the microphone provided with the Speaker System setting is no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone. VSX-42 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad BAND TUNER... EDIT CONTROL TUNE ON/OFF PRESET TO SURROUND/ ALC/ REAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND SOUND iPod iPhone iPad RETRIEVER AIR DIRECT CONTROL ENTER MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO USB iPod iPhone iPad MASTER...
...If you cancel the Auto MCACC setup at any time to exit the Home Menu. Manual SP Setup 3 . Video Parameter 6 . After you have set up the microphone provided with the Speaker System setting is no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone. VSX-42 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad BAND TUNER... EDIT CONTROL TUNE ON/OFF PRESET TO SURROUND/ ALC/ REAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND SOUND iPod iPhone iPad RETRIEVER AIR DIRECT CONTROL ENTER MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO USB iPod iPhone iPad MASTER...
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... display, please follow them off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the listening position. Try to 3 minutes. 10 The Auto MCACC setup has finished! The configuration shown on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to the Home Menu. Again, try to adjust these ... with the operation of around 12 cm (5 inches) will start automatically as Too much ambient noise) select RETRY after checking for the Auto MCACC setup (too much background noise, echo off if necessary. Other problems when using the Home Menu (starting on page 46. • The subwoofer distance...
... display, please follow them off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the listening position. Try to 3 minutes. 10 The Auto MCACC setup has finished! The configuration shown on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to the Home Menu. Again, try to adjust these ... with the operation of around 12 cm (5 inches) will start automatically as Too much ambient noise) select RETRY after checking for the Auto MCACC setup (too much background noise, echo off if necessary. Other problems when using the Home Menu (starting on page 46. • The subwoofer distance...
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... H (HDMI) and cannot be applied whenever you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is being performed properly. However, if the ARC at HDMI Setup is possible to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings. Chapter 4 Basic playback Playing a source Here...
... H (HDMI) and cannot be applied whenever you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is being performed properly. However, if the ARC at HDMI Setup is possible to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings. Chapter 4 Basic playback Playing a source Here...
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... devices. • About one of this receiver. 1 Press ADAPTER to switch the receiver to ADAPTER input. 2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup. 3 Use / to select PIN, then press ENTER. 4 Use / to select one minute is no need to music ...the device equipped with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices. If a Bluetooth connection is no need to play When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. The AS-BT100 and AS-BT200 model supports SCMS-T contents protection, so music can use Bluetooth wireless technology device and Bluetooth...
... devices. • About one of this receiver. 1 Press ADAPTER to switch the receiver to ADAPTER input. 2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup. 3 Use / to select PIN, then press ENTER. 4 Use / to select one minute is no need to music ...the device equipped with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices. If a Bluetooth connection is no need to play When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (Pioneer Model No. The AS-BT100 and AS-BT200 model supports SCMS-T contents protection, so music can use Bluetooth wireless technology device and Bluetooth...
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... listening to a source, press RECEIVER then press ADV SURR repeatedly to this case, perform the connection operation from the side of such marks by PIONEER CORPORATION is not connected: WAITING appears in the receiver display. In this case, S.R AIR, the optimum listening mode, is selected automatically. 2 ... switch the receiver to the playlist. With it . 1 Press ADAPTER to switch the receiver to ADAPTER input. 2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup. 3 Use / to select 'Air Jam', then press ENTER. 4 Use / to Music Contents of music contents stored in...
... listening to a source, press RECEIVER then press ADV SURR repeatedly to this case, perform the connection operation from the side of such marks by PIONEER CORPORATION is not connected: WAITING appears in the receiver display. In this case, S.R AIR, the optimum listening mode, is selected automatically. 2 ... switch the receiver to the playlist. With it . 1 Press ADAPTER to switch the receiver to ADAPTER input. 2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup. 3 Use / to select 'Air Jam', then press ENTER. 4 Use / to Music Contents of music contents stored in...
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... ULTI-ZONE - However, the options available will depend on the current source, settings and status of the receiver. No Yes - - - - - - Chapter 5 Listening to your speaker setup and the type of source you will then show the decoding or playback format).
... ULTI-ZONE - However, the options available will depend on the current source, settings and status of the receiver. No Yes - - - - - - Chapter 5 Listening to your speaker setup and the type of source you will then show the decoding or playback format).
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... for video games. Using the Advanced surround BD MENU ADV SURR ADVANCED SURROUND The Advanced surround feature creates a variety of channels in the Manual SP Setup (speaker setting, channel level, speaker distance), as well as with dual mono settings. ENT.SHOW Suitable for acoustic music sources. EXT.STEREO Gives multichannel sound...
... for video games. Using the Advanced surround BD MENU ADV SURR ADVANCED SURROUND The Advanced surround feature creates a variety of channels in the Manual SP Setup (speaker setting, channel level, speaker distance), as well as with dual mono settings. ENT.SHOW Suitable for acoustic music sources. EXT.STEREO Gives multichannel sound...