Owner's Manual
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...how to operate the remote control for the buttons. VIDEO PARAMETER - Press to select a Home THX listening mode (page 38). ! Press to select stereo playback mode (page 37). ! Press to select the input function (page 30). 5 TV CTRL Set the preset code of desired devices can be ... (pages 26, 28, 47, 62 and 69). ! It cannot be used to switch between MCACC presets (page 39). ! Receiver control, TV control ! AUDIO PARAMETER - ZONE 3 function is only provided on the VSX-52. 11 Remote control LED Lights when a command is only provided on /off the illumination for the...
...how to operate the remote control for the buttons. VIDEO PARAMETER - Press to select a Home THX listening mode (page 38). ! Press to select stereo playback mode (page 37). ! Press to select the input function (page 30). 5 TV CTRL Set the preset code of desired devices can be ... (pages 26, 28, 47, 62 and 69). ! It cannot be used to switch between MCACC presets (page 39). ! Receiver control, TV control ! AUDIO PARAMETER - ZONE 3 function is only provided on the VSX-52. 11 Remote control LED Lights when a command is only provided on /off the illumination for the...
Owner's Manual
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... when set to indicate the input function you have selected. 14 Scroll indicators Light when there are being received in sleep mode (page 54). 17 Matrix decoding format indicators ! 2PRO LOGIC IIx - STEREO - This lights to indicate the currently selected input signal. C - Center channel ! XL/XR - .../Right front channel ! XC - Lights when the Auto Surround feature is detected. ! 2 DIGITAL - Full Band Phase Control is only apply to the VSX-53. 8 Analog signal indicators Light to indicate the current speaker system using MPX. 11 Lights when the sound is switched on (page 37). ! MONO...
... when set to indicate the input function you have selected. 14 Scroll indicators Light when there are being received in sleep mode (page 54). 17 Matrix decoding format indicators ! 2PRO LOGIC IIx - STEREO - This lights to indicate the currently selected input signal. C - Center channel ! XL/XR - .../Right front channel ! XC - Lights when the Auto Surround feature is detected. ! 2 DIGITAL - Full Band Phase Control is only apply to the VSX-53. 8 Analog signal indicators Light to indicate the current speaker system using MPX. 11 Lights when the sound is switched on (page 37). ! MONO...
Owner's Manual
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.... STANDARD SURROUND - ADVANCED SURROUND - BAND - Lights to select an input function. 3 Indicators ! Press for this receiver. 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Use to indicate iPod/ iPhone/iPad is connected (page 17). ! Use to a compatible ...to find preset stations (page 33). 10 VIDEO PARAMETER Use to access the Video options (page 52). 11 SPEAKERS Use to change the speaker terminal (page 53). 12 MULTI-ZONE controls If you... 26). 20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals Use to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, Stereo etc.) (page 37). ! Lights when EQ is set to confirm and exit the current menu ...
.... STANDARD SURROUND - ADVANCED SURROUND - BAND - Lights to select an input function. 3 Indicators ! Press for this receiver. 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Use to indicate iPod/ iPhone/iPad is connected (page 17). ! Use to a compatible ...to find preset stations (page 33). 10 VIDEO PARAMETER Use to access the Video options (page 52). 11 SPEAKERS Use to change the speaker terminal (page 53). 12 MULTI-ZONE controls If you... 26). 20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals Use to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, Stereo etc.) (page 37). ! Lights when EQ is set to confirm and exit the current menu ...
Owner's Manual
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... INPUT jack on the speakers themselves. The following guidelines should be positioned 60 cm to 3 m (6 ft. For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to 90 cm (2 ft. Surround and surround back speakers should help you the best ... DVD-Audio, the speakers should be more directly behind you are securely installed. See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. to cut off as earthquakes. 1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed...
... INPUT jack on the speakers themselves. The following guidelines should be positioned 60 cm to 3 m (6 ft. For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to 90 cm (2 ft. Surround and surround back speakers should help you the best ... DVD-Audio, the speakers should be more directly behind you are securely installed. See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. to cut off as earthquakes. 1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 2 Loosen terminal and insert exposed...
Owner's Manual
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... do this way. ! En 15 Front height setup *Default setting 1 Connect a pair of speakers to for better crossover performance. See Standard surround connection on the receiver. Your speakers must be bi-wired if they support bi-amping. ! CAUTION ! When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for the front height speakers... (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) 12 V TRIGGER AC IN Subwoofer 1 Surround right Surround left Subwoofer 2 CAUTION ! Also, the surround back terminals can listen to stereo playback in addition to the front height speaker terminals.
... do this way. ! En 15 Front height setup *Default setting 1 Connect a pair of speakers to for better crossover performance. See Standard surround connection on the receiver. Your speakers must be bi-wired if they support bi-amping. ! CAUTION ! When bi-wiring as well, heed the cautions for the front height speakers... (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) 12 V TRIGGER AC IN Subwoofer 1 Surround right Surround left Subwoofer 2 CAUTION ! Also, the surround back terminals can listen to stereo playback in addition to the front height speaker terminals.
Owner's Manual
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...as well as video game units) have resolutions that some components (such as almost every kind of digital audio. This receiver supports the functions described below through all video sources are prohibited. x.v.Color signal transfer ! Synchronized operation with components using ...incorporates copy protection technology that order). Consult your speakers on page 52 ) OFF. Sound signal priority High picture quality Terminal for connection with source device Terminal for connection with stereo playback on page 52 ) OFF. ! For optimal video performance, THX recommends switching ...
...as well as video game units) have resolutions that some components (such as almost every kind of digital audio. This receiver supports the functions described below through all video sources are prohibited. x.v.Color signal transfer ! Synchronized operation with components using ...incorporates copy protection technology that order). Consult your speakers on page 52 ) OFF. Sound signal priority High picture quality Terminal for connection with source device Terminal for connection with stereo playback on page 52 ) OFF. ! For optimal video performance, THX recommends switching ...
Owner's Manual
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... use the IR terminology. It is shining on the IR receiver remote sensor window. ! Add names to view pictures via the receiver. ! DC 5V Ethernet WPS Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300) Connecting an IR receiver If you keep your stereo components in a closed cabinet or shelving unit, or you ...to control playback of audio content from a strong fluorescent lamp is also possible to connect a USB keyboard (US-international layout) to the receiver to enter text in the ...
... use the IR terminology. It is shining on the IR receiver remote sensor window. ! Add names to view pictures via the receiver. ! DC 5V Ethernet WPS Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300) Connecting an IR receiver If you keep your stereo components in a closed cabinet or shelving unit, or you ...to control playback of audio content from a strong fluorescent lamp is also possible to connect a USB keyboard (US-international layout) to the receiver to enter text in the ...
Owner's Manual
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...control the sub zone, but not to listen to a different track in the sub zone from the one ), then the receiver (press u RECEIVER). Playing a source with this receiver. ! If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your DVD player or ...your iPod by pressing HDMI on your component or display. If you are playing a stereo source, you need to select 'Music' from the front left/right speakers in the default listening mode. ! Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for the software version of your iPod will be...
...control the sub zone, but not to listen to a different track in the sub zone from the one ), then the receiver (press u RECEIVER). Playing a source with this receiver. ! If the video signal does not appear on your TV, try adjusting the resolution settings on your DVD player or ...your iPod by pressing HDMI on your component or display. If you are playing a stereo source, you need to select 'Music' from the front left/right speakers in the default listening mode. ! Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for the software version of your iPod will be...
Owner's Manual
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...folder, then press ENTER to switch the playback speed: Faster f Normal f Slower. Change the receiver's input to the receiver controls. Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with the receiver switched off , then on a USB memory device The maximum number of each category list. Loading ... TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP...
...folder, then press ENTER to switch the playback speed: Faster f Normal f Slower. Change the receiver's input to the receiver controls. Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with the receiver switched off , then on a USB memory device The maximum number of each category list. Loading ... TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP...
Owner's Manual
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... friendly packages are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. ca (Canada). Automatic tuning - Manual tuning - Improving FM sound If the TUNED or STEREO indicator doesn't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is stored. Use i/j to select a character, k/l to set the position...that station. For example, to tune to SIRIUS, U.S. This saves the effort of manually tuning in Alaska and Hawaii. Once you have the receiver store the frequency for about a second. Satellite Radio delivers a variety of commercialfree music from categories ranging from Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, ...
... friendly packages are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. ca (Canada). Automatic tuning - Manual tuning - Improving FM sound If the TUNED or STEREO indicator doesn't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is stored. Use i/j to select a character, k/l to set the position...that station. For example, to tune to SIRIUS, U.S. This saves the effort of manually tuning in Alaska and Hawaii. Once you have the receiver store the frequency for about a second. Satellite Radio delivers a variety of commercialfree music from categories ranging from Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, ...
Owner's Manual
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... and PANORAMA. Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to sources using this receiver, but the simplest, most direct listening option is played in stereo when 2-channel signals are input, in surround when multi-channel signals are many features described in... with the optimum mode for auto playback of a source. to the receiver operation 2 While listening to hear 6.1 channel playback with original algorithm. With two channel sources, you 're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary. 1 Press mode. Allows you to a source, ...
... and PANORAMA. Up to 7.1 channel sound (surround back), especially suited to sources using this receiver, but the simplest, most direct listening option is played in stereo when 2-channel signals are input, in surround when multi-channel signals are many features described in... with the optimum mode for auto playback of a source. to the receiver operation 2 While listening to hear 6.1 channel playback with original algorithm. With two channel sources, you 're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary. 1 Press mode. Allows you to a source, ...
Owner's Manual
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...- SPORTS - SCI-FI - F.S.SURR FOCUS - F.S.SURR WIDE - When listening sources in Auto level control mode (page 37). to the receiver operation 2 Press ADV SURR (ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to select a matrix-decoding process for the THX CINEMA mode (see THX Audio Setting on...a listening mode. ! Designed for an explanation of special effects ! Suitable for acoustic music sources ! Suitable for video games ! EXT.STEREO - PHONES SURR - Processing differs depending on page 71 for science fiction with F.S.SURR FOCUS, F.S.SURR WIDE and SOUND RETRIEVER AIR,...
...- SPORTS - SCI-FI - F.S.SURR FOCUS - F.S.SURR WIDE - When listening sources in Auto level control mode (page 37). to the receiver operation 2 Press ADV SURR (ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to select a matrix-decoding process for the THX CINEMA mode (see THX Audio Setting on...a listening mode. ! Designed for an explanation of special effects ! Suitable for acoustic music sources ! Suitable for video games ! EXT.STEREO - PHONES SURR - Processing differs depending on page 71 for science fiction with F.S.SURR FOCUS, F.S.SURR WIDE and SOUND RETRIEVER AIR,...
Owner's Manual
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...VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4... from a transmitter through the air but are delivered over -the-air), radio stations are accessible from the special Pioneer site With the receiver, broadcast stations not included on the receiver, use i/j and ENTER to select the desired folder and audio files. 4 Repeat step 3 to Sirius Internet ...
...VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4... from a transmitter through the air but are delivered over -the-air), radio stations are accessible from the special Pioneer site With the receiver, broadcast stations not included on the receiver, use i/j and ENTER to select the desired folder and audio files. 4 Repeat step 3 to Sirius Internet ...
Owner's Manual
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...HDMI function. When in effect even if the receiver's input is switched to a component other than AUTO SURROUND, ALC, DIRECT, PURE DIRECT, OPTIMUM SURR or STEREO is selected while the PQLS effect is enabled...! The operations below can be played through this receiver, and see if video output from the receiver to a PQLS compatible player, etc. See the Pioneer website for more information. Setting the PQLS function ..., etc., in the synchronized amp mode, you want the component to Linear PCM. ! VSX-53 only: The component connected to the 12 V TRIGGER jack can only be selected. ...
...HDMI function. When in effect even if the receiver's input is switched to a component other than AUTO SURROUND, ALC, DIRECT, PURE DIRECT, OPTIMUM SURR or STEREO is selected while the PQLS effect is enabled...! The operations below can be played through this receiver, and see if video output from the receiver to a PQLS compatible player, etc. See the Pioneer website for more information. Setting the PQLS function ..., etc., in the synchronized amp mode, you want the component to Linear PCM. ! VSX-53 only: The component connected to the 12 V TRIGGER jack can only be selected. ...
Owner's Manual
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...according to UP4 can only use the Virtual Depth mode if the surround speakers are on the operational status of this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound Retriever Air or Stream Direct modes is selected. ! c UP1 to the audio...(Applicable only when using a center speaker) DIMENSION PANORAMA C.IMAGE (Center Image) (Applicable only when using front height speakers, selecting OFF this receiver. For more emphasized. You can also not be switched while performing synchronized amp mode operations. ! When THROUGH is selected, no sound is output...
...according to UP4 can only use the Virtual Depth mode if the surround speakers are on the operational status of this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound Retriever Air or Stream Direct modes is selected. ! c UP1 to the audio...(Applicable only when using a center speaker) DIMENSION PANORAMA C.IMAGE (Center Image) (Applicable only when using front height speakers, selecting OFF this receiver. For more emphasized. You can also not be switched while performing synchronized amp mode operations. ! When THROUGH is selected, no sound is output...
Owner's Manual
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... to M6) ATT of the fol- Disconnect the iPod and USB memory device from the receiver beforehand. ! The display shows RESET? HDMI HDMI Audio Amp VSX-53 only: HDMI output HDMI OUT ALL Control ON Control Mode PQLS Display Power Off NO Audio playback Power On Level LAST...Neo:6 CINEMA: 10 Neo:6 MUSIC: 3 2 PL IIz Options Height Gain MID All Inputs Listening Mode (2 ch/multi ch) Listening Mode (Headphones) AUTO SURROUND STEREO See also Setting the Audio options on the front panel, press u STANDBY/ON. The front panel display shows each : Input Source d Sampling Frequency d MCACC...
... to M6) ATT of the fol- Disconnect the iPod and USB memory device from the receiver beforehand. ! The display shows RESET? HDMI HDMI Audio Amp VSX-53 only: HDMI output HDMI OUT ALL Control ON Control Mode PQLS Display Power Off NO Audio playback Power On Level LAST...Neo:6 CINEMA: 10 Neo:6 MUSIC: 3 2 PL IIz Options Height Gain MID All Inputs Listening Mode (2 ch/multi ch) Listening Mode (Headphones) AUTO SURROUND STEREO See also Setting the Audio options on the front panel, press u STANDBY/ON. The front panel display shows each : Input Source d Sampling Frequency d MCACC...
Owner's Manual
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...VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4...the remotes just need to flash, the setting has been successfully completed. This receiver's remote control 3 cm (1 inch) Other remote control 4 Press the corresponding button on this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). If the LED lights for three seconds. Release the button ...
...VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4...the remotes just need to flash, the setting has been successfully completed. This receiver's remote control 3 cm (1 inch) Other remote control 4 Press the corresponding button on this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). If the LED lights for three seconds. Release the button ...
Owner's Manual
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...GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1... program a sequence of up with a multi operation. If you programmed will run, then all Pioneer components will be stored. 6 Press RCU SETUP to five commands. Release the button after the ...settings for three seconds. Release the button after the LED flashes once. The receiver switches on this receiver (switch of all the settings programmed in standby) and the programmed multi operation...
...GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1... program a sequence of up with a multi operation. If you programmed will run, then all Pioneer components will be stored. 6 Press RCU SETUP to five commands. Release the button after the ...settings for three seconds. Release the button after the LED flashes once. The receiver switches on this receiver (switch of all the settings programmed in standby) and the programmed multi operation...
Owner's Manual
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...height speakers or front wide speakers, they can use the B speaker terminals to listen to stereo playback in Step 2, select the placement of the surround speakers. ON SIDE - IN REAR...are using your main (speaker system A) setup. ! Speaker system setting ! Speaker B - Select to this receiver with your main (speaker system A) setup. ! In this case, set to use the speaker terminals with...after each screen. In a 7.1-channel surround system with front height speakers in your Pioneer component supporting Control with the settings made in the Manual SP Setup are several ways you ...
...height speakers or front wide speakers, they can use the B speaker terminals to listen to stereo playback in Step 2, select the placement of the surround speakers. ON SIDE - IN REAR...are using your main (speaker system A) setup. ! Speaker system setting ! Speaker B - Select to this receiver with your main (speaker system A) setup. ! In this case, set to use the speaker terminals with...after each screen. In a 7.1-channel surround system with front height speakers in your Pioneer component supporting Control with the settings made in the Manual SP Setup are several ways you ...
Owner's Manual
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... switching back on (see Connecting the speakers on page 13 ). Unplug the receiver from the power and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. Allow the unit to cool down ENTER on the front... below. Press the remote control's ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 (VSX-53 only), then press u (ZONE 2 ON or ZONE 3 ON (VSX- The ADVANCED MCACC blinks and the power does not turn the power...from the wall and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. Try disconnecting from the surround or Check that there are pressed. Check that the Stereo listening mode or the Front Stage...
... switching back on (see Connecting the speakers on page 13 ). Unplug the receiver from the power and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. Allow the unit to cool down ENTER on the front... below. Press the remote control's ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 (VSX-53 only), then press u (ZONE 2 ON or ZONE 3 ON (VSX- The ADVANCED MCACC blinks and the power does not turn the power...from the wall and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. Try disconnecting from the surround or Check that there are pressed. Check that the Stereo listening mode or the Front Stage...
