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Please read through these operating instructions so you for buying this Pioneer product. Contents 01 Before you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in stereo 35 Using Front Stage Surround Advance 35 Using Stream Direct ... surround sound 33 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in a safe place for surround sound (MCACC 29 Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup 31 02 Controls and displays Front panel 9 Operating range of remote control 10 Display 11 Remote control 13 03 Connecting your equipment Placing the speakers...
Please read through these operating instructions so you for buying this Pioneer product. Contents 01 Before you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in stereo 35 Using Front Stage Surround Advance 35 Using Stream Direct ... surround sound 33 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in a safe place for surround sound (MCACC 29 Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup 31 02 Controls and displays Front panel 9 Operating range of remote control 10 Display 11 Remote control 13 03 Connecting your equipment Placing the speakers...
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...) • 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.) 6 Use the on...
...) • 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.) 6 Use the on...
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Pb K058c_A1_En The batteries included with the sound. - Observe the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone • Remote control • Dry cell batteries (AAA size IEC R03) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • iPod cable • ...
Pb K058c_A1_En The batteries included with the sound. - Observe the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone • Remote control • Dry cell batteries (AAA size IEC R03) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • iPod cable • ...
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...7 Tuner control buttons 4 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of this unit. CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-820 TUNE TUNER EDIT PRESET ENTER MASTER VOLUME PHONES AUTO/DIRECT LISTENING MODE STEREO/ALC STANDARD ADV SURROUND iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL VIDEO INPUT... USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 STANDBY/ON 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Selects an input source. 3 MCACC indicator Lights when...
...7 Tuner control buttons 4 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control (see Operating range of this unit. CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-820 TUNE TUNER EDIT PRESET ENTER MASTER VOLUME PHONES AUTO/DIRECT LISTENING MODE STEREO/ALC STANDARD ADV SURROUND iPod iPhone DIRECT CONTROL VIDEO INPUT... USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 STANDBY/ON 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Selects an input source. 3 MCACC indicator Lights when...
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...stations (page 49) and to select SIRIUS Radio channels (page 66). 8 MASTER VOLUME dial 9 PHONES jack Use to connect a microphone when performing Auto MCACC setup. ADV SURROUND Switches between the various 2 Pro Logic II, 2 Pro Logic IIx, 2 Pro Logic IIz and NEO:6 options (page 32). STANDARD Press ...30° 30° 7 m (23 ft.) 10 En STEREO/ALC Switches between Auto surround mode (Auto playback on page 28. 14 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect headphones. Operating range of a source (page 36). Stream Direct playback bypasses the tone controls for Standard decoding and to ...
...stations (page 49) and to select SIRIUS Radio channels (page 66). 8 MASTER VOLUME dial 9 PHONES jack Use to connect a microphone when performing Auto MCACC setup. ADV SURROUND Switches between the various 2 Pro Logic II, 2 Pro Logic IIx, 2 Pro Logic IIz and NEO:6 options (page 32). STANDARD Press ...30° 30° 7 m (23 ft.) 10 En STEREO/ALC Switches between Auto surround mode (Auto playback on page 28. 14 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect headphones. Operating range of a source (page 36). Stream Direct playback bypasses the tone controls for Standard decoding and to ...
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... between 2 Pro Logic II options (page 33). STANDARD ADV SURR AUDIO PARAMETER TOP 8 MENU TUNE TUNER EDIT MASTER TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET ENTER 9 HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL CATEGORY TUNE BAND RETURN DTV/ TV MUTE 10 BASS TRE 11 MEMORY HDD DVD VCR 1 2 3 DISP S.RETRIEVER SB CH CH SELECT EQ 4 5 6 CH...
... between 2 Pro Logic II options (page 33). STANDARD ADV SURR AUDIO PARAMETER TOP 8 MENU TUNE TUNER EDIT MASTER TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET ENTER 9 HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL CATEGORY TUNE BAND RETURN DTV/ TV MUTE 10 BASS TRE 11 MEMORY HDD DVD VCR 1 2 3 DISP S.RETRIEVER SB CH CH SELECT EQ 4 5 6 CH...
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... /, PRESET /), ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (page 42). CATEGORY Press to access the System Setup menu (page 42). Press BD, DVD or DVR first to select preset radio stations (page 49). 10 Component control buttons The main buttons (, ...to adjust Bass1 TRE -/+ Use to adjust Treble1 Press TV first to access: DTV/TV Switches between the DTV and analog TV input modes for Pioneer flat panel TVs. 11 Number buttons and other buttons that can be used to change the name (page 49). These buttons also function as ...
... /, PRESET /), ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (page 42). CATEGORY Press to access the System Setup menu (page 42). Press BD, DVD or DVR first to select preset radio stations (page 49). 10 Component control buttons The main buttons (, ...to adjust Bass1 TRE -/+ Use to adjust Treble1 Press TV first to access: DTV/TV Switches between the DTV and analog TV input modes for Pioneer flat panel TVs. 11 Number buttons and other buttons that can be used to change the name (page 49). These buttons also function as ...
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... the receiver match those on the left to stereo playback in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for the listening options with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in another room. You can use the speakers connected to...; and 16 Ω. 03 Connecting your equipment Connecting the speakers The receiver will work with this unit to complete all connections before connecting this setup. See Switching the speaker system on page 20. However, note that only the front speakers are set to the right (R) terminal and the ...
... the receiver match those on the left to stereo playback in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for the listening options with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in another room. You can use the speakers connected to...; and 16 Ω. 03 Connecting your equipment Connecting the speakers The receiver will work with this unit to complete all connections before connecting this setup. See Switching the speaker system on page 20. However, note that only the front speakers are set to the right (R) terminal and the ...
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... AUDIO OUT Select one HDMI/DVI-compatible TV HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray disc player Note 1 If you wish to see the OSD screen (for setup, etc.), switch the TV input to analog. (With HDMI input, the OSD will not be displayed.) 2 If the connection was made using an optical cable...
... AUDIO OUT Select one HDMI/DVI-compatible TV HDMI/DVI-compatible Blu-ray disc player Note 1 If you wish to see the OSD screen (for setup, etc.), switch the TV input to analog. (With HDMI input, the OSD will not be displayed.) 2 If the connection was made using an optical cable...
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... tab to this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be routed so that they are not likely to the front panel video terminal... cause a fire or give you find it with other way. CONTROL ON / OFF MASTER VOLUME VIDEO INPUT USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC This receiver VIDEO L R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Video camera (etc.) Plugging in the receiver Only plug in after you made the rear panel connections. ...
... tab to this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be routed so that they are not likely to the front panel video terminal... cause a fire or give you find it with other way. CONTROL ON / OFF MASTER VOLUME VIDEO INPUT USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC This receiver VIDEO L R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Video camera (etc.) Plugging in the receiver Only plug in after you made the rear panel connections. ...
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... output at ear level using the OSD screen for a surround back speaker connection.) VIDEO INPUT USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC Microphone Tripod If you have a tripod, use it 's about ear level at your normal listening position. English Deutsch Français... Italiano Nederlands Español PRESET Basic Setup 04 Chapter 4: Basic Setup Automatically setting up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from a series of your listening area, ...
... output at ear level using the OSD screen for a surround back speaker connection.) VIDEO INPUT USB iPod iPhone VIDEO L AUDIO R MCACC SETUP MIC Microphone Tripod If you have a tripod, use it 's about ear level at your normal listening position. English Deutsch Français... Italiano Nederlands Español PRESET Basic Setup 04 Chapter 4: Basic Setup Automatically setting up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from a series of your listening area, ...
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...left untouched for 10 seconds and the ENTER button is selected, then press ENTER. If the screen in step 8, the Auto MCACC setup will be as quiet as possible after pressing ENTER. Try to be a problem with the speaker connection. When you cancel the Auto MCACC...test tones. 7 Confirm the speaker configuration. A progress report is displayed on the remote control, then press the SETUP button. Front [ YES ] Center [ YES ] Surr [ YES ] Surr. 04 Basic Setup 3 Press RECEIVER on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings for ...
...left untouched for 10 seconds and the ENTER button is selected, then press ENTER. If the screen in step 8, the Auto MCACC setup will be as quiet as possible after pressing ENTER. Try to be a problem with the speaker connection. When you cancel the Auto MCACC...test tones. 7 Confirm the speaker configuration. A progress report is displayed on the remote control, then press the SETUP button. Front [ YES ] Center [ YES ] Surr [ YES ] Surr. 04 Basic Setup 3 Press RECEIVER on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings for ...
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... setting should give you excellent surround sound from your room, sometimes identical speakers with different size settings. Check for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the listening position. You can correct the setting manually...etc.), that may be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to 3 minutes. 9 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! It may interfere with the operation of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with cone sizes of the microphone. The ...
... setting should give you excellent surround sound from your room, sometimes identical speakers with different size settings. Check for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the listening position. You can correct the setting manually...etc.), that may be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to 3 minutes. 9 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! It may interfere with the operation of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with cone sizes of the microphone. The ...
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... whether or not surround sound playback is disconnected. 2 Select the input function you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is being performed properly. When using a surround back speaker, 2D is displayed when playing DTS 5.1-channel signals. In this case, the receiver must be...
... whether or not surround sound playback is disconnected. 2 Select the input function you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is being performed properly. When using a surround back speaker, 2D is displayed when playing DTS 5.1-channel signals. In this case, the receiver must be...
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... STANDARD. With two channel sources, you can also adjust the H.GAIN effect (see how the source is the Auto Surround feature. Listening to your speaker setup and the type of source you can select from : • DOLBY PLII MOVIE - With two channel sources, you 're listening to. However, the options available...
... STANDARD. With two channel sources, you can also adjust the H.GAIN effect (see how the source is the Auto Surround feature. Listening to your speaker setup and the type of source you can select from : • DOLBY PLII MOVIE - With two channel sources, you 're listening to. However, the options available...
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... the quality of the original sound (see illustration below ). AUTO/ STEREO/ BD MENU DIRECT A.L.C. Sources are heard according to the settings made in the Surround Setup (speaker setting, channel level, speaker distance), as well as lowfrequency signals in each channel are available. 2 The Sound Retriever is delayed or muffled by restoring...
... the quality of the original sound (see illustration below ). AUTO/ STEREO/ BD MENU DIRECT A.L.C. Sources are heard according to the settings made in the Surround Setup (speaker setting, channel level, speaker distance), as well as lowfrequency signals in each channel are available. 2 The Sound Retriever is delayed or muffled by restoring...
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... SOURCE CONTROL AUDIO PARAMETER TOP MENU TUNE TUNER EDIT MASTER TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET PRESET RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT ENTER BD DVD TV HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL C GO TUNE BAND RETURN 1 Press RECEIVER on the remote control, then press AUDIO PARAMETER button. 2 Use / to the rear as recommended...
... SOURCE CONTROL AUDIO PARAMETER TOP MENU TUNE TUNER EDIT MASTER TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET PRESET RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT ENTER BD DVD TV HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL C GO TUNE BAND RETURN 1 Press RECEIVER on the remote control, then press AUDIO PARAMETER button. 2 Use / to the rear as recommended...
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... 4.Pre Out Setting Return • Auto MCACC - Use component or composite connections for surround sound (MCACC) on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - Important • The OSD will not appear if you want to adjust. Use and ENTER on the remote control to navigate through the screens and...speaker system settings to your TV. Specify what you 're using the HDMI output to your liking. 06 The System Setup menu Chapter 6: The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu The following section shows you how to make detailed settings to specify how you 've connected to the component video...
... 4.Pre Out Setting Return • Auto MCACC - Use component or composite connections for surround sound (MCACC) on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - Important • The OSD will not appear if you want to adjust. Use and ENTER on the remote control to navigate through the screens and...speaker system settings to your TV. Specify what you 're using the HDMI output to your liking. 06 The System Setup menu Chapter 6: The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu The following section shows you how to make detailed settings to specify how you 've connected to the component video...
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...the settings made in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on the Pre Out setting, there will be differences in the System Setup are set to Surr. You only need to make all bass frequencies are designed to LARGE if the front speakers are output at ...to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance. Select LARGE if your current speaker system or add new speakers). Back. 1 Select 'Manual SP Setup' then press ENTER. Use / to select the size (and number) of the following speakers: • Front - In this setting to...
...the settings made in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on the Pre Out setting, there will be differences in the System Setup are set to Surr. You only need to make all bass frequencies are designed to LARGE if the front speakers are output at ...to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance. Select LARGE if your current speaker system or add new speakers). Back. 1 Select 'Manual SP Setup' then press ENTER. Use / to select the size (and number) of the following speakers: • Front - In this setting to...
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...). Back. 3 • If the surround speakers are output from other speakers). 3 When you didn't connect surround back speakers choose NO. • Subwoofer - 06 The System Setup menu • Center - LFE signals and bass frequencies of your room you have a subwoofer and like lots of speakers. Depending on the speaker placement of... which sounds best. If you want deeper bass (the bass frequencies that additional amplifier is to route all the bass sounds to the Manual SP Setup menu.
...). Back. 3 • If the surround speakers are output from other speakers). 3 When you didn't connect surround back speakers choose NO. • Subwoofer - 06 The System Setup menu • Center - LFE signals and bass frequencies of your room you have a subwoofer and like lots of speakers. Depending on the speaker placement of... which sounds best. If you want deeper bass (the bass frequencies that additional amplifier is to route all the bass sounds to the Manual SP Setup menu.