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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER RECEPTEUR AUDIOVISUEL A VOIES MULTIPLES RECEPTOR MULTICANAL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO VSX-820 Register your product on http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The... 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. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) Operating Instructions ...
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER RECEPTEUR AUDIOVISUEL A VOIES MULTIPLES RECEPTOR MULTICANAL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO VSX-820 Register your product on http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The... 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. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) Operating Instructions ...
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... Setting the Audio options 38 Choosing the input signal 41 Using the headphone 41 06 The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu 42 Manual speaker setup 43 Speaker Setting 43 Crossover Network 45 Channel Level 45 Speaker Distance 46 The Input Assign menu 46 The Pre Out Setting 47... system Basic playback 32 Auto playback 33 Listening in surround sound 33 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product.
... Setting the Audio options 38 Choosing the input signal 41 Using the headphone 41 06 The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu 42 Manual speaker setup 43 Speaker Setting 43 Crossover Network 45 Channel Level 45 Speaker Distance 46 The Input Assign menu 46 The Pre Out Setting 47... system Basic playback 32 Auto playback 33 Listening in surround sound 33 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product.
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... 29) 7 Basic playback (page 32) 8 Adjusting the sound as shown below to make the connections and settings. Check the manual that came with the TV if you 've set up your system • Automatically setting up using a digital connection from the BD/DVD player to...• Setting the Up Mix function (page 38) • Setting the Audio options (page 38) • Choosing the input signal (page 41) • Manual speaker setup (page 43) 9 Making maximum use of the remote control • Setting the remote to control other than the recommended connections.) ...
... 29) 7 Basic playback (page 32) 8 Adjusting the sound as shown below to make the connections and settings. Check the manual that came with the TV if you 've set up your system • Automatically setting up using a digital connection from the BD/DVD player to...• Setting the Up Mix function (page 38) • Setting the Audio options (page 38) • Choosing the input signal (page 41) • Manual speaker setup (page 43) 9 Making maximum use of the remote control • Setting the remote to control other than the recommended connections.) ...
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See the manuals that you must also have your TV connected to Connecting your TV and source component to check whether they are both compatible) is progressive-scan ...
See the manuals that you must also have your TV connected to Connecting your TV and source component to check whether they are both compatible) is progressive-scan ...
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... SETUP at any time to exit the System Setup menu.1 4 Select 'Auto MCACC' from the System Setup menu then press ENTER.2 System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return Try to be as quiet as possible while it's doing this. 1.Auto MCACC Now Analyzing Environment Check...
... SETUP at any time to exit the System Setup menu.1 4 Select 'Auto MCACC' from the System Setup menu then press ENTER.2 System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return Try to be as quiet as possible while it's doing this. 1.Auto MCACC Now Analyzing Environment Check...
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If this is also possible to be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. You can correct the setting manually using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is not optimal for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that may ...showing in the Auto MCACC Setup should be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to adjust these settings manually using the System Setup menu (starting on page 42).1 Other problems when using the Speaker Setting on the characteristics of the microphone. Note 1 ...
If this is also possible to be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. You can correct the setting manually using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is not optimal for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that may ...showing in the Auto MCACC Setup should be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to adjust these settings manually using the System Setup menu (starting on page 42).1 Other problems when using the Speaker Setting on the characteristics of the microphone. Note 1 ...
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... all sound is disconnected. 2 Select the input function you want to this to convert the MPEG audio to a multichannel listening mode if you need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 41). 3 • You may need to check the digital audio output settings on the front panel...
... all sound is disconnected. 2 Select the input function you want to this to convert the MPEG audio to a multichannel listening mode if you need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 41). 3 • You may need to check the digital audio output settings on the front panel...
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... sound more distant (minus settings), or more forward (positive settings). -3 to +3 Default: 0 PNRM.h Extends the front stereo image to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. using a center speaker) the center speaker only). 0 to 10 Default: 3 (NEO:6 MUSIC), 10 (NEO:6 CINEMA) H.GAIN (Height Gain) Adjusts the output from front to back...
... sound more distant (minus settings), or more forward (positive settings). -3 to +3 Default: 0 PNRM.h Extends the front stereo image to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. using a center speaker) the center speaker only). 0 to 10 Default: 3 (NEO:6 MUSIC), 10 (NEO:6 CINEMA) H.GAIN (Height Gain) Adjusts the output from front to back...
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... when a DTS signal is input. For other digital signal formats, set the signal input to the source component. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is playing an analog signal. Selects the digital input. The coaxial 1 input is selected for C1, and the optical 1 or 2 audio input...
... when a DTS signal is input. For other digital signal formats, set the signal input to the source component. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is playing an analog signal. Selects the digital input. The coaxial 1 input is selected for C1, and the optical 1 or 2 audio input...
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...the receiver, disconnect them. 2 • You can't use the PRE OUT outputs (see Automatically setting up for system setup. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return • Auto MCACC - Note 1 If headphones are connected to the receiver in analog. 2 Press ...TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET PRESET ENTER HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL CATEGORY TUNE BAND RETURN DTV/ TV MUTE 1 Switch on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - This is selected. • Press SETUP at any time to your TV. Specify what you've connected to the component video...
...the receiver, disconnect them. 2 • You can't use the PRE OUT outputs (see Automatically setting up for system setup. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return • Auto MCACC - Note 1 If headphones are connected to the receiver in analog. 2 Press ...TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET PRESET ENTER HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL CATEGORY TUNE BAND RETURN DTV/ TV MUTE 1 Switch on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - This is selected. • Press SETUP at any time to your TV. Specify what you've connected to the component video...
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... the size (and number) of your speaker system (page 45). • Speaker Distance - Specify the distance of your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2a.Speaker Setting Front SMALL Center [ SMALL ] Surr [ SMALL ] Surr... differences in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 29 are sent to the subwoofer. 43 En Back. 1 Select 'Manual SP Setup' then press ENTER. If you are doing this setting to specify your front speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively, or if you...
... the size (and number) of your speaker system (page 45). • Speaker Distance - Specify the distance of your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2a.Speaker Setting Front SMALL Center [ SMALL ] Surr [ SMALL ] Surr... differences in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 29 are sent to the subwoofer. 43 En Back. 1 Select 'Manual SP Setup' then press ENTER. If you are doing this setting to specify your front speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively, or if you...
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... bass response with it may seem logical to NO. 2 You can only adjust the Front Height setting when Pre Out Setting is sent to the Manual SP Setup menu. Back. 3 • If the surround speakers are set to NO, the surround back speakers will automatically be set to NO. • If...
... bass response with it may seem logical to NO. 2 You can only adjust the Front Height setting when Pre Out Setting is sent to the Manual SP Setup menu. Back. 3 • If the surround speakers are set to NO, the surround back speakers will automatically be set to NO. • If...
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...take the readings from speaker to 75 dB SPL (C-weighting/slow reading). • The subwoofer test tone is emitted.2 5 When you selected Manual, use / to speaker and adjust individual channel levels. • Auto - Frequencies below the cutoff point will be sent to ...adjust the level after you 're finished, press RETURN. Move the test tone manually from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2b.Crossover Network Frequency 100Hz Return Return 2 Choose ...
...take the readings from speaker to 75 dB SPL (C-weighting/slow reading). • The subwoofer test tone is emitted.2 5 When you selected Manual, use / to speaker and adjust individual channel levels. • Auto - Frequencies below the cutoff point will be sent to ...adjust the level after you 're finished, press RETURN. Move the test tone manually from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2b.Crossover Network Frequency 100Hz Return Return 2 Choose ...
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... a component video input, you should also have your TV connected to this , see the video signal of your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance Return 2d.Speaker Distance Front L Center Front R Surround R Surr... on this receiver's COMPONENT VIDEO OUT output (down converting component video is not possible after assigning an input). System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 46 En DVD Important • If you 're finished, press RETURN. The receiver ...
... a component video input, you should also have your TV connected to this , see the video signal of your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance Return 2d.Speaker Distance Front L Center Front R Surround R Surr... on this receiver's COMPONENT VIDEO OUT output (down converting component video is not possible after assigning an input). System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 46 En DVD Important • If you 're finished, press RETURN. The receiver ...
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...rear of the receiver. 6 When you 've connected your TV. Connect the surround back speaker. • Height - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 3 Select 'Component Input' from the component to the PRE OUT outputs using the surround back ... Select which you 're finished, press RETURN. The numbers correspond with the one you 're finished, press RETURN. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 4.Pre Out Setting Pre Out Surr. Connect the front height speaker. 4 When you connected to confirm...
...rear of the receiver. 6 When you 've connected your TV. Connect the surround back speaker. • Height - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 3 Select 'Component Input' from the component to the PRE OUT outputs using the surround back ... Select which you 're finished, press RETURN. The numbers correspond with the one you 're finished, press RETURN. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 4.Pre Out Setting Pre Out Surr. Connect the front height speaker. 4 When you connected to confirm...
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...61546; for high speed tuning. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. Saving station presets If you often listen to a particular radio station, it has found one step at the frequency you want...07 Using the tuner Chapter 7: Using the tuner Listening to the radio The following steps show you how to tune in to enjoy the broadcast. Manual tuning To change to be lost and will start searching for over a month, the station memories will be reprogrammed. • Stations are stored in...
...61546; for high speed tuning. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. Saving station presets If you often listen to a particular radio station, it has found one step at the frequency you want...07 Using the tuner Chapter 7: Using the tuner Listening to the radio The following steps show you how to tune in to enjoy the broadcast. Manual tuning To change to be lost and will start searching for over a month, the station memories will be reprogrammed. • Stations are stored in...
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... component video outputs (see page 41 for more on connections). into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start recording, then start playback of connection for the source as a CD player or TV). Most video recorders set the recording...
... component video outputs (see page 41 for more on connections). into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start recording, then start playback of connection for the source as a CD player or TV). Most video recorders set the recording...
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... your tuner. Listening to select the channel. Selecting channels and browsing by pressing DISP (DISPLAY). 3 You can check the strength of this manual. In the next 2 seconds, the radio broadcast is automatically chosen (without pressing ENTER) after pressing SIRIUS the display shows ANTENNA ERROR, try... call SIRIUS toll-free at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474). 2 You can , however, use / and ENTER to the manual for the SiriusConnect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations). • If after 2 seconds. You can press DISP (DISPLAY) to change SIRIUS Radio ...
... your tuner. Listening to select the channel. Selecting channels and browsing by pressing DISP (DISPLAY). 3 You can check the strength of this manual. In the next 2 seconds, the radio broadcast is automatically chosen (without pressing ENTER) after pressing SIRIUS the display shows ANTENNA ERROR, try... call SIRIUS toll-free at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (1-888-539-7474). 2 You can , however, use / and ENTER to the manual for the SiriusConnect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations). • If after 2 seconds. You can press DISP (DISPLAY) to change SIRIUS Radio ...
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Refer to the instruction manual supplied with this time), switch the receiver back on. No sound from subwoofer. ...points below , ask your function is something wrong with the TV. If the message persists, call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. No sound is output when a • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to... Connecting your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not operate normally ...
Refer to the instruction manual supplied with this time), switch the receiver back on. No sound from subwoofer. ...points below , ask your function is something wrong with the TV. If the message persists, call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. No sound is output when a • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to... Connecting your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not operate normally ...
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...sure the player's settings are up correctly, but be sure to turn the volume down to noise is odd. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. • Set the input signal type to page 27). English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Espa...241;ol Additional information 11 Problem Remedy No sound from surround or • Connect the speakers properly (refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. During a playback search, • This is off equipment causing interference or move it to be selected automatically...
...sure the player's settings are up correctly, but be sure to turn the volume down to noise is odd. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. • Set the input signal type to page 27). English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Espa...241;ol Additional information 11 Problem Remedy No sound from surround or • Connect the speakers properly (refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. During a playback search, • This is off equipment causing interference or move it to be selected automatically...