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Owner's Manual
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... 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. Contents 01 Before you for future reference. Thank you start Checking what's in the box 7 Loading the batteries 7 Installing the receiver 7 Ventilation 8...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 ...
... 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. Contents 01 Before you for future reference. Thank you start Checking what's in the box 7 Loading the batteries 7 Installing the receiver 7 Ventilation 8...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 ...
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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 either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker. 3 Connecting the components For surround.... The colors of functions and terminals. Place your TV to be used easily after following : Required setting item Setting to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don't know how to do this. 5 The Pre Out Setting (page 47) (When connecting ...
...• 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 either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker. 3 Connecting the components For surround.... The colors of functions and terminals. Place your TV to be used easily after following : Required setting item Setting to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don't know how to do this. 5 The Pre Out Setting (page 47) (When connecting ...
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... BD • COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 - Note 1 Note that came with your source and TV are compatible with no HDMI terminal on page 24. See the manuals that you must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog...
... BD • COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 - Note 1 Note that came with your source and TV are compatible with no HDMI terminal on page 24. See the manuals that you must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog...
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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 made. 2 MIC IN blinks when the microphone is displayed on the remote control to...
... 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 made. 2 MIC IN blinks when the microphone is displayed on the remote control to...
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... Check for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the TV when doing the Auto MCACC Setup. You can correct the setting manually using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is happening. If there are any instructions showing in the Auto MCACC Setup should be accurate... cone sizes of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with the operation of your system, but it is also possible 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. You return to...
... Check for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the TV when doing the Auto MCACC Setup. You can correct the setting manually using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is happening. If there are any instructions showing in the Auto MCACC Setup should be accurate... cone sizes of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with the operation of your system, but it is also possible 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. You return to...
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... Digital signals. If the display does not correspond to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings. 4 Use the volume control to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 41). 3 • You may not be available depending on the current source, settings and status of...
... Digital signals. If the display does not correspond to the input signal and listening mode, check the connections and settings. 4 Use the volume control to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 41). 3 • You may not be available depending on the current source, settings and status of...
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...-sync feature of the display connected with an HDMI cable. h. i. c. L (Low) M (Mid) H (High) a. This feature is set A.DLY to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. Only when listening to 2-channel sources in DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT mode. g. Select MAX or MID for a 'wraparound' effect. Adjust the effect from front to back...
...-sync feature of the display connected with an HDMI cable. h. i. c. L (Low) M (Mid) H (High) a. This feature is set A.DLY to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. Only when listening to 2-channel sources in DOLBY PLIIz HEIGHT mode. g. Select MAX or MID for a 'wraparound' effect. Adjust the effect from front to back...
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Selects the digital input. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is playing an analog signal. The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are off (see page 12). The coaxial 1 input is selected ...
Selects the digital input. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is playing an analog signal. The compatible signals via the HDMI terminals are off (see page 12). The coaxial 1 input is selected ...
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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 - This is selected. • Press SETUP at any time to exit the System ... Specify the size, number, distance and overall balance of the speakers you've connected (see The Input Assign menu on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - 06 The System Setup menu Chapter 6: The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu The following section shows you how to ...
... 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 - This is selected. • Press SETUP at any time to exit the System ... Specify the size, number, distance and overall balance of the speakers you've connected (see The Input Assign menu on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - 06 The System Setup menu Chapter 6: The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu The following section shows you how to ...
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... size and number of the following speakers: • Front - Speaker Setting Use this setting to specify 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 ... the first time, you 've connected (see below). • Crossover Network - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance Return Return 2 Select the setting you didn...
... size and number of the following speakers: • Front - Speaker Setting Use this setting to specify 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 ... the first time, you 've connected (see below). • Crossover Network - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance Return Return 2 Select the setting you didn...
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... you want the subwoofer to output bass sound continuously or you want deeper bass (the bass frequencies that additional amplifier is hooked up to the Manual SP Setup menu. In this case, try changing the position or direction of bass, it set to PLUS and YES or the front speakers set...
... you want the subwoofer to output bass sound continuously or you want deeper bass (the bass frequencies that additional amplifier is hooked up to the Manual SP Setup menu. In this case, try changing the position or direction of bass, it set to PLUS and YES or the front speakers set...
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...position and adjust the level of each channel using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter, take the readings 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 ...the frequency cutoff point. You return to the Manual SP Setup menu. Back L [ Surround L [ Subwoofer [ 0dB 0dB] 0dB] 0dB 0dB] 0dB] Return Adjust the level of each...
...position and adjust the level of each channel using a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter, take the readings 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 ...the frequency cutoff point. You return to the Manual SP Setup menu. Back L [ Surround L [ Subwoofer [ 0dB 0dB] 0dB] 0dB 0dB] 0dB] Return Adjust the level of each...
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...can change the channel levels at any source component to the default settings for effective surround sound. 1 Select 'Speaker Distance' 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.... Out Setting Return 46 En on the remote control to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to the Manual SP Setup menu. If you didn't make settings in 0.1 feet increments. 3 When you need to make component video connections according...
...can change the channel levels at any source component to the default settings for effective surround sound. 1 Select 'Speaker Distance' 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.... Out Setting Return 46 En on the remote control to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to the Manual SP Setup menu. If you didn't make settings in 0.1 feet increments. 3 When you need to make component video connections according...
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...the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to do this. • If 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 surround back speaker. • Height - You return... the SETUP button. Back Return Return 3 Select which speaker to connect to which you 're finished, press RETURN. 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 that input. The Pre Out Setting Specify either...
...the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to do this. • If 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 surround back speaker. • Height - You return... the SETUP button. Back Return Return 3 Select which speaker to connect to which you 're finished, press RETURN. 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 that input. The Pre Out Setting Specify either...
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...is stored in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. Each press switches the band between FM (stereo or mono) and AM. 3 Tune to ...do this . Manual tuning To change to BAND (FM or AM), if necessary. Improving FM stereo sound If the...in the FM MONO mode, it 's convenient to have to search for recall later- This saves the effort of manually tuning in the currently selected band, press and hold TUNE / for over a month, the station memories ...
...is stored in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. Each press switches the band between FM (stereo or mono) and AM. 3 Tune to ...do this . Manual tuning To change to BAND (FM or AM), if necessary. Improving FM stereo sound If the...in the FM MONO mode, it 's convenient to have to search for recall later- This saves the effort of manually tuning in the currently selected band, press and hold TUNE / for over a month, the station memories ...
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... Connecting your equipment on page 16 for more on this . into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you are unsure how to do this ). 3 Prepare the source you want to record. Most video recorders set the recording levels. These cannot be...
... Connecting your equipment on page 16 for more on this . into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you are unsure how to do this ). 3 Prepare the source you want to record. Most video recorders set the recording levels. These cannot be...
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Listening to the manual for the SiriusConnect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations). • If after 2 seconds. The SID may need to move the SiriusConnect tuner antenna near the ... will also need to connect the antenna and AC adapter to the SiriusConnect tuner. 2 Press SIRIUS to switch to check the Radio ID of this manual. You will have located the SID, write it down in . • To select a channel from your favorite genre, press CATEGORY and use / to...
Listening to the manual for the SiriusConnect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations). • If after 2 seconds. The SID may need to move the SiriusConnect tuner antenna near the ... will also need to connect the antenna and AC adapter to the SiriusConnect tuner. 2 Press SIRIUS to switch to check the Radio ID of this manual. You will have located the SID, write it down in . • To select a channel from your favorite genre, press CATEGORY and use / to...
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... below . No sound is output when a • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to normal operating conditions. your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static... Connecting your function is selected. No image is output when a • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to the instruction manual supplied with this time), switch the receiver back on the TV monitor is something wrong with the TV. equipment on page 16). •...
... below . No sound is output when a • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to normal operating conditions. your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static... Connecting your function is selected. No image is output when a • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to the instruction manual supplied with this time), switch the receiver back on the TV monitor is something wrong with the TV. equipment on page 16). •...
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Broadcast stations cannot • Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. from LD or DVD player. • Set the digital input settings correctly (refer to page 46). • Make digital connections (...; Make sure the speaker distance setting is set the SIGNAL SEL to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (refer to page 41). • Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. • Set the input signal type to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (see Choosing the input signal on your subwoofer is...
Broadcast stations cannot • Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. from LD or DVD player. • Set the digital input settings correctly (refer to page 46). • Make digital connections (...; Make sure the speaker distance setting is set the SIGNAL SEL to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (refer to page 41). • Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. • Set the input signal type to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (see Choosing the input signal on your subwoofer is...