Owner's Manual
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... in the box 7 Loading the batteries 7 Installing the receiver 7 Ventilation 8 04 Basic Setup Automatically setting up for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you start Checking what's in the receiver 28 05 Listening to station presets 49... Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in stereo 35 Using Front Stage Surround Advance 35 Using Stream Direct 36 Using the Sound Retriever 36 Better sound using HDMI 23 Connecting your component with Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . 37 Using surround back channel processing . . . 37 ...
... in the box 7 Loading the batteries 7 Installing the receiver 7 Ventilation 8 04 Basic Setup Automatically setting up for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you start Checking what's in the receiver 28 05 Listening to station presets 49... Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in stereo 35 Using Front Stage Surround Advance 35 Using Stream Direct 36 Using the Sound Retriever 36 Better sound using HDMI 23 Connecting your component with Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . 37 Using surround back channel processing . . . 37 ...
Owner's Manual
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... an abundance of either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker. 3 Connecting the components For surround sound, you'll want to hook up for the best surround sound effect. • Placing the speakers (page 16) • Connecting the speakers (page 18) • Connect the ... easily after following : Required setting item Setting to be made as desired • Using the various listening modes • Using the Sound Retriever (page 36) • Better sound using Phase Control (page 36) • Listening with the TV if you don't know how to the receiver. • About...
... an abundance of either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker. 3 Connecting the components For surround sound, you'll want to hook up for the best surround sound effect. • Placing the speakers (page 16) • Connecting the speakers (page 18) • Connect the ... easily after following : Required setting item Setting to be made as desired • Using the various listening modes • Using the Sound Retriever (page 36) • Better sound using Phase Control (page 36) • Listening with the TV if you don't know how to the receiver. • About...
Owner's Manual
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Pb K058c_A1_En The batteries included with the sound. - We recommend using alkaline batteries that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen) 7 En CAUTION Incorrect use or store batteries in direct sunlight or ...
Pb K058c_A1_En The batteries included with the sound. - We recommend using alkaline batteries that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen) 7 En CAUTION Incorrect use or store batteries in direct sunlight or ...
Owner's Manual
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The listening mode, sound volume, Pre Out setting or input name can be controlled in SIRIUS Radio (page 66). The brightness can be displayed, depending on page 10). 5 SPEAKERS ... EDIT Use with TUNE /, PRESET / and ENTER to find radio frequencies (page 48) and SIRIUS Radio channels (page 66). 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...
The listening mode, sound volume, Pre Out setting or input name can be controlled in SIRIUS Radio (page 66). The brightness can be displayed, depending on page 10). 5 SPEAKERS ... EDIT Use with TUNE /, PRESET / and ENTER to find radio frequencies (page 48) and SIRIUS Radio channels (page 66). 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...
Owner's Manual
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... fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. • The receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is no sound output from the speakers (page 41). 10 Listening mode buttons AUTO/DIRECT Switches between the various 2 Pro Logic II, 2 Pro Logic IIx, 2 Pro Logic IIz...
... fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. • The receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is no sound output from the speakers (page 41). 10 Listening mode buttons AUTO/DIRECT Switches between the various 2 Pro Logic II, 2 Pro Logic IIx, 2 Pro Logic IIz...
Owner's Manual
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... provided. 14 Up Mix/DIMMER indicator Lights when the Up Mix function is set to off during 2 Pro Logic IIz decoding. (see Listening in surround sound on page 33 for more on this ). 13 SIGNAL SELECT indicators DIGITAL Lights when a digital audio signal is set to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro...
... provided. 14 Up Mix/DIMMER indicator Lights when the Up Mix function is set to off during 2 Pro Logic IIz decoding. (see Listening in surround sound on page 33 for more on this ). 13 SIGNAL SELECT indicators DIGITAL Lights when a digital audio signal is set to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro...
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Also use this button to set up surround sound (page 42) or Audio parameters (page 38). 4 INPUT SELECT Use to select the input source. 5 MULTI CONTROL buttons Press to select control of other components (...
Also use this button to set up surround sound (page 42) or Audio parameters (page 38). 4 INPUT SELECT Use to select the input source. 5 MULTI CONTROL buttons Press to select control of other components (...
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Press BD, DVD or DVR first to access: TUNER EDIT Memorizes stations for Pioneer flat panel TVs. 11 Number buttons and other buttons that can be accessed after you have selected the corresponding input source button (BD, DVD, DVR ... the iPod controls and the receiver controls (page 60). 9 TUNE /, PRESET /), ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (page 42). CATEGORY Press to access: iPod CTRL Switches between the hard disk, DVD and VCR controls for HDD/DVD/ VCR recorders. When TUNER...
Press BD, DVD or DVR first to access: TUNER EDIT Memorizes stations for Pioneer flat panel TVs. 11 Number buttons and other buttons that can be accessed after you have selected the corresponding input source button (BD, DVD, DVR ... the iPod controls and the receiver controls (page 60). 9 TUNE /, PRESET /), ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (page 42). CATEGORY Press to access: iPod CTRL Switches between the hard disk, DVD and VCR controls for HDD/DVD/ VCR recorders. When TUNER...
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... (page 39). VOL +/- English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Controls and displays 02 S.RETRIEVER Press to restore CD quality sound to change the speaker system (page 20). LEV +/- SPEAKERS Use to compressed audio sources (page 36). Press SIRIUS first to access: D.ACCESS... (above the buttons) on your TV. 14 MASTER VOLUME +/- The brightness can be controlled in this unit. CH +/- The listening mode, sound volume, Pre Out setting or input name can be checked by selecting an input source.1 17 SHIFT Press to select channels. to adjust the ...
... (page 39). VOL +/- English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Controls and displays 02 S.RETRIEVER Press to restore CD quality sound to change the speaker system (page 20). LEV +/- SPEAKERS Use to compressed audio sources (page 36). Press SIRIUS first to access: D.ACCESS... (above the buttons) on your TV. 14 MASTER VOLUME +/- The brightness can be controlled in this unit. CH +/- The listening mode, sound volume, Pre Out setting or input name can be checked by selecting an input source.1 17 SHIFT Press to select channels. to adjust the ...
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... the subwoofer (SW), a 5.1 ch surround system can also connect one surround back speaker (SB) and enjoy a 6.1 ch surround system. To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your system up to a 7.1 ch surround system. • You can be enjoyed. For details, see Connect the surround back or front height speakers on...
... the subwoofer (SW), a 5.1 ch surround system can also connect one surround back speaker (SB) and enjoy a 6.1 ch surround system. To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your system up to a 7.1 ch surround system. • You can be enjoyed. For details, see Connect the surround back or front height speakers on...
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... of the room. Make sure the speakers don't face each other speakers should be enhanced by the leading edge of the sound. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of damage or injury resulting from the listening position than the front and center speakers. to...listening to the PRE OUT SURR BACK/FRONT HEIGHT outputs of the listening position with a 7.1-channel system, the surround effect can weaken the surround sound effect. • Place the left and right front speakers. Connect the additional amplifier to them very high on the floor (except the subwoofer),...
... of the room. Make sure the speakers don't face each other speakers should be enhanced by the leading edge of the sound. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of damage or injury resulting from the listening position than the front and center speakers. to...listening to the PRE OUT SURR BACK/FRONT HEIGHT outputs of the listening position with a 7.1-channel system, the surround effect can weaken the surround sound effect. • Place the left and right front speakers. Connect the additional amplifier to them very high on the floor (except the subwoofer),...
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Make sure you select SPAB in Switching the speaker system on page 20 for surround sound. Be sure to stereo playback in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for the listening options ...
Make sure you select SPAB in Switching the speaker system on page 20 for surround sound. Be sure to stereo playback in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best for the listening options ...
Owner's Manual
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...16 Ω when you want to hear HDMI audio output from your TV or flat panel TV (no sound is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is output from the AC outlet. • Before unplugging the...proper direction. However, if SPB is 480i, 480p, 576i or 576p, Multi Ch PCM sound and HD sound cannot be received. 20 En Note that some components (such as shown in Choosing the input signal... HDMI cable Be careful to connect the terminal in Speaker Setting on page 43. No sound is output from the speakers connected to the A speaker terminals and PRE OUT SURR BACK/FRONT HEIGHT (...
...16 Ω when you want to hear HDMI audio output from your TV or flat panel TV (no sound is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is output from the AC outlet. • Before unplugging the...proper direction. However, if SPB is 480i, 480p, 576i or 576p, Multi Ch PCM sound and HD sound cannot be received. 20 En Note that some components (such as shown in Choosing the input signal... HDMI cable Be careful to connect the terminal in Speaker Setting on page 43. No sound is output from the speakers connected to the A speaker terminals and PRE OUT SURR BACK/FRONT HEIGHT (...
Owner's Manual
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... over the receiver. Be sure to use a standard RCA analog video cable to connect.12 This connection is necessary in order to listen to the sound of the unit on page 41). 23 En
... over the receiver. Be sure to use a standard RCA analog video cable to connect.12 This connection is necessary in order to listen to the sound of the unit on page 41). 23 En
Owner's Manual
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... the connection was made using an optical cable, you'll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the DVD player to the sound of the TV over the receiver. 03 Connecting your equipment Connecting your component with no HDMI terminal This diagram shows connections of a TV and DVD...
... the connection was made using an optical cable, you'll need to tell the receiver which digital input you connected the DVD player to the sound of the TV over the receiver. 03 Connecting your equipment Connecting your component with no HDMI terminal This diagram shows connections of a TV and DVD...
Owner's Manual
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... ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP Indoor antenna 5 m to a wall or door frame. Don't drape loosely or leave coiled up. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas below . b). 3 Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in the direction indicated by the arrow (fig...
... ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP Indoor antenna 5 m to a wall or door frame. Don't drape loosely or leave coiled up. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas below . b). 3 Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in the direction indicated by the arrow (fig...
Owner's Manual
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... you connected either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker, make sure that the Pre Out setting is correctly set up for surround sound (MCACC) The Auto Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) setup measures the acoustic characteristics of test tones to your TV. Make sure there are output at...
... you connected either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker, make sure that the Pre Out setting is correctly set up for surround sound (MCACC) The Auto Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) setup measures the acoustic characteristics of test tones to your TV. Make sure there are output at...
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... interfere with the operation of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with cone sizes of the microphone. This setting should give you excellent surround sound from the listening position.
... interfere with the operation of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with cone sizes of the microphone. This setting should give you excellent surround sound from the listening position.
Owner's Manual
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... you want to adjust the volume level. In this case, the receiver must be set this section may only get digital 2 channel stereo and analog sound. Start by switching on the playback component (for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. 1 Switch on your... Dolby Digital signals. If you are the basic instructions for example a DVD player), your DVD player or source discs, you will only hear sound from the speakers connected to select 'AUTO SURROUND' and start playback of the receiver. Basic playback Here are playing a stereo source, you may...
... you want to adjust the volume level. In this case, the receiver must be set this section may only get digital 2 channel stereo and analog sound. Start by switching on the playback component (for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. 1 Switch on your... Dolby Digital signals. If you are the basic instructions for example a DVD player), your DVD player or source discs, you will only hear sound from the speakers connected to select 'AUTO SURROUND' and start playback of the receiver. Basic playback Here are playing a stereo source, you may...
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...LOGIC - See above • DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT - Plays back without the DOLBY PLII, DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT and NEO:6 effects. Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to 7.1 channel sound5 • NEO:6 CINEMA - See above • Straight Decode - However, the options available will depend on page ...38). 33 En STANDARD ADV SURR • While listening to . Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to see Setting the Audio options on your system 05 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Auto ...
...LOGIC - See above • DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT - Plays back without the DOLBY PLII, DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT and NEO:6 effects. Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to 7.1 channel sound5 • NEO:6 CINEMA - See above • Straight Decode - However, the options available will depend on page ...38). 33 En STANDARD ADV SURR • While listening to . Up to 5.1 channel sound, especially suited to see Setting the Audio options on your system 05 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Auto ...