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...CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-90TXV Register your product at http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The details of your purchase will be on file for reference in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. • Receive ...free tips, updates and service bulletins on your 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...
...CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-90TXV Register your product at http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The details of your purchase will be on file for reference in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. • Receive ...free tips, updates and service bulletins on your 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...
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... interference in a particular installation. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-90TXV Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - CAUTION - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE...the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that to operate the equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with the product will not occur in a ...
... interference in a particular installation. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-90TXV Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - CAUTION - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE...the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that to operate the equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with the product will not occur in a ...
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...Home THX modes 28 Using the Advanced surround effects 28 Setting the effect options 29 Listening in the box 7 Ventilation 7 Installing the receiver 7 Loading the batteries 7 02 5 minute guide Introduction to home theater 8 Listening to Surround Sound 8 Automatically setting up for future... reference. Contents 01 Before you for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you start Features 6 Checking what's in stereo 29 Using Front Stage Surround Advance 29 Using Stream Direct 30 Listening...
...Home THX modes 28 Using the Advanced surround effects 28 Setting the effect options 29 Listening in the box 7 Ventilation 7 Installing the receiver 7 Loading the batteries 7 02 5 minute guide Introduction to home theater 8 Listening to Surround Sound 8 Automatically setting up for future... reference. Contents 01 Before you for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you start Features 6 Checking what's in stereo 29 Using Front Stage Surround Advance 29 Using Stream Direct 30 Listening...
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...-ZONE connections 50 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls 51 Connecting an IR receiver 52 Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger 52 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display 53 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display 54 09 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 55 The... Other Setup menu 56 Dynamic Range Control Setup 56 Dual Mono Setup 57 LFE Attenuator Setup 57 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays 57...
...-ZONE connections 50 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls 51 Connecting an IR receiver 52 Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger 52 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display 53 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display 54 09 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 55 The... Other Setup menu 56 Dynamic Range Control Setup 56 Dual Mono Setup 57 LFE Attenuator Setup 57 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays 57...
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...and DTS-ES decoders for six-channel surround sound. • Phase correction Based on Pioneer's unique Phase Control Technology, the Phase Control feature incorporated into your system calibration. This receiver's enhanced compatibility makes XM HD Surround playback as well as possible to -use of... phase matching for high-power drivability, low distortion and stable imaging. Moreover, you have access to Pioneer for an optimal sound image at ...
...and DTS-ES decoders for six-channel surround sound. • Phase correction Based on Pioneer's unique Phase Control Technology, the Phase Control feature incorporated into your system calibration. This receiver's enhanced compatibility makes XM HD Surround playback as well as possible to -use of... phase matching for high-power drivability, low distortion and stable imaging. Moreover, you have access to Pioneer for an optimal sound image at ...
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... It can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. If not enough space is vibration or other movement - Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. in... - This can also reduce the life or performance of batteries. 7 En Before you start 01 Checking what's in the box Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) • Remote control unit • AA/IEC R6P dry cell ...
... It can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. If not enough space is vibration or other movement - Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. in... - This can also reduce the life or performance of batteries. 7 En Before you start 01 Checking what's in the box Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) • Remote control unit • AA/IEC R6P dry cell ...
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... DVD player. The surround sound you should have to make sure that came with the TV if you can select. Listening to do this receiver. Front Left (L) Subwoofer (SW) Surround Right (SR) Listening position Surround Back Right (SBR) Surround Left (SL) Surround Back Left (SBL...02 5 minute guide Chapter 2: 5 minute guide Introduction to home theater Home theater refers to the use of multiple audio tracks to the receiver. 2 Connect your speakers and place them for optimal surround sound. Automatically setting up using the Auto MCACC Setup, make changes for realistic ...
... DVD player. The surround sound you should have to make sure that came with the TV if you can select. Listening to do this receiver. Front Left (L) Subwoofer (SW) Surround Right (SR) Listening position Surround Back Right (SBR) Surround Left (SL) Surround Back Left (SBL...02 5 minute guide Chapter 2: 5 minute guide Introduction to home theater Home theater refers to the use of multiple audio tracks to the receiver. 2 Connect your speakers and place them for optimal surround sound. Automatically setting up using the Auto MCACC Setup, make changes for realistic ...
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...Use component, S-video, or composite connections for ALL CH ADJUST; when TYPE2 is selected, the calibration is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to determine the speakers present in the OSD. You can simply select OK and continue. 2.Auto MCACC Now Analyzing Environment ... of your speakers as Ambient Noise or Microphone Check) select RETRY after checking for surround back). 5 minute guide 02 1 Switch on the receiver and your normal listening position (use / to select the speaker and / to change the setting (and number for ...
...Use component, S-video, or composite connections for ALL CH ADJUST; when TYPE2 is selected, the calibration is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to determine the speakers present in the OSD. You can simply select OK and continue. 2.Auto MCACC Now Analyzing Environment ... of your speakers as Ambient Noise or Microphone Check) select RETRY after checking for surround back). 5 minute guide 02 1 Switch on the receiver and your normal listening position (use / to select the speaker and / to change the setting (and number for ...
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... leaving Phase Control switched on page 27 for example a DVD player), your TV1 and subwoofer (if you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup mic is disconnected. 2 Select the input source you want multichannel surround sound. 4 Phase matching is... household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that all sound sources. 02 5 minute guide Problems when using Phase Control This receiver's Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to make sure that the VIDEO 1 input is a very important factor in achieving proper sound...
... leaving Phase Control switched on page 27 for example a DVD player), your TV1 and subwoofer (if you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup mic is disconnected. 2 Select the input source you want multichannel surround sound. 4 Phase matching is... household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that all sound sources. 02 5 minute guide Problems when using Phase Control This receiver's Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to make sure that the VIDEO 1 input is a very important factor in achieving proper sound...
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... etc. Connecting analog audio sources on page 14. 11 En Plugging in a MULTI-ZONE setup, for example. Connecting an IR receiver on page 43. 10 Audio/video source inputs/(outputs) (x6) Use for connection to audio/visual sources, such as a DVD recorder. Connecting your ...the kinds of inputs has jacks for composite video, S-video and stereo analog audio. Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other Pioneer components with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have to be the final step. 1 HDMI connectors (x3) Two inputs and one output for...
... etc. Connecting analog audio sources on page 14. 11 En Plugging in a MULTI-ZONE setup, for example. Connecting an IR receiver on page 43. 10 Audio/video source inputs/(outputs) (x6) Use for connection to audio/visual sources, such as a DVD recorder. Connecting your ...the kinds of inputs has jacks for composite video, S-video and stereo analog audio. Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other Pioneer components with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have to be the final step. 1 HDMI connectors (x3) Two inputs and one output for...
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...; Connecting your TV and DVD player on page 13. 14 Multichannel analog audio inputs 7.1 channel inputs for connection to a DVD player with the receiver. AC outlet on page 21. Power to component, S-video, then composite (in that order). • For optimal video performance, ... back speakers. Installing your speaker system on page 18. 19 Switched AC power outlet (100 W/0.8 A max.) Use to the receiver's HDMI/component video outputs when connecting these video sources. About the video converter When the video converter is prohibited. When making cable connections •...
...; Connecting your TV and DVD player on page 13. 14 Multichannel analog audio inputs 7.1 channel inputs for connection to a DVD player with the receiver. AC outlet on page 21. Power to component, S-video, then composite (in that order). • For optimal video performance, ... back speakers. Installing your speaker system on page 18. 19 Switched AC power outlet (100 W/0.8 A max.) Use to the receiver's HDMI/component video outputs when connecting these video sources. About the video converter When the video converter is prohibited. When making cable connections •...
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... L IN 1 (DVD/LD) R IN 2 (DVR/VCR2) CD COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 12 OUT IN IN IN OUT IN CD-R/TAPE/MD DVD/LD TV/SAT DVR/VCR1 VSX-90TXV AM LOOP L OUT PR CENTER L IN 3 R SUB R FRONT WOOFER OUT IN MONITOR OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI CH DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L ... with a TV and DVD player, with S-video or composite video connections. Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of this receiver using a stereo RCA/phono jack cable. • If your DVD player to one of the ...
... L IN 1 (DVD/LD) R IN 2 (DVR/VCR2) CD COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 12 OUT IN IN IN OUT IN CD-R/TAPE/MD DVD/LD TV/SAT DVR/VCR1 VSX-90TXV AM LOOP L OUT PR CENTER L IN 3 R SUB R FRONT WOOFER OUT IN MONITOR OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI CH DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L ... with a TV and DVD player, with S-video or composite video connections. Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of this receiver using a stereo RCA/phono jack cable. • If your DVD player to one of the ...
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... source component to check whether they are both compatible), which input you 'll need to (see also The Input Assign menu on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. Use an optical cable for playback only). • If your video component doesn't have a digital audio...Note 1 If your recorder only has a coaxial digital output, you can also take advantage of the video player/recorder to the recorder's audio/ video inputs. VSX-90TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2 ANTENNA OUT IR IN IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR IN...
... source component to check whether they are both compatible), which input you 'll need to (see also The Input Assign menu on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. Use an optical cable for playback only). • If your video component doesn't have a digital audio...Note 1 If your recorder only has a coaxial digital output, you can also take advantage of the video player/recorder to the recorder's audio/ video inputs. VSX-90TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2 ANTENNA OUT IR IN IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR IN...
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...CD-R/TAPE/MD DVD/LD TV/SAT DVR/VCR1 AM L OUT IN 3 R OUT OUT DVR/ VSX-90TXV Y PB PR 1 COMPONENT VIDEO DVD player 1 Connect the component video outputs of your source to this receiver with a composite video, component video or S-video cable. • For optimum performance, the output ... monitor.1 • The arrow on your TV or monitor. Connect using HDMI If you can connect it doesn't matter which source. Connecting your equipment 03 VSX-90TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2 ANTENNA OUT IR IN IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2 (TV...
...CD-R/TAPE/MD DVD/LD TV/SAT DVR/VCR1 AM L OUT IN 3 R OUT OUT DVR/ VSX-90TXV Y PB PR 1 COMPONENT VIDEO DVD player 1 Connect the component video outputs of your source to this receiver with a composite video, component video or S-video cable. • For optimum performance, the output ... monitor.1 • The arrow on your TV or monitor. Connect using HDMI If you can connect it doesn't matter which source. Connecting your equipment 03 VSX-90TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2 ANTENNA OUT IR IN IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 2 (TV/SAT) IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) IN 2 (TV...
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...component or display. HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays. VSX-90TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2 ANTENNA OUT IR IN IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) ... can also use an (analog) S-video or composite connection. On the rear panel, you must connect to a digital input on this receiver using a coaxial cable. HDMI features include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of HDMI licensing LLC. Use an optical cable for use with...
...component or display. HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays. VSX-90TXV OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE ZONE 2 ANTENNA OUT IR IN IN 1 (DVD/LD) IN 1 (DVR/ VCR1) ... can also use an (analog) S-video or composite connection. On the rear panel, you must connect to a digital input on this receiver using a coaxial cable. HDMI features include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of HDMI licensing LLC. Use an optical cable for use with...
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Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. FRONT WOOFER ROUND 12V TRIGGE OUT IN MONITOR (DC OUT 50mA M OUT MONI OUT OUT IN L CENTER DVR/VCR2 R FRONT SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN VSX-90TXV PHONES SYSTEM SETUP RETURN TONE TUNING/ STATION TUNER EDIT SPEAKERS MULTI JOG S - OUT PLAY IN...
Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. FRONT WOOFER ROUND 12V TRIGGE OUT IN MONITOR (DC OUT 50mA M OUT MONI OUT OUT IN L CENTER DVR/VCR2 R FRONT SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN VSX-90TXV PHONES SYSTEM SETUP RETURN TONE TUNING/ STATION TUNER EDIT SPEAKERS MULTI JOG S - OUT PLAY IN...
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... SUB SUR- If any uninsulated parts. At the very least, front left Surround back right Connecting the speakers Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. Make sure to match these up with a nominal impedance between 6 Ω to use ...DVR/VCR1 AM LOOP L OUT PRE OUT CENTER L L (Single) IN 3 R R SUB R SUR- SURROUND WOOFER ROUND BACK MULTI CH IN CENTER VSX-90TXV AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX R SURROUND L SURROUND BACK / B R L (Single) SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE Surround left Surround right Surround back ...
... SUB SUR- If any uninsulated parts. At the very least, front left Surround back right Connecting the speakers Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. Make sure to match these up with a nominal impedance between 6 Ω to use ...DVR/VCR1 AM LOOP L OUT PRE OUT CENTER L L (Single) IN 3 R R SUB R SUR- SURROUND WOOFER ROUND BACK MULTI CH IN CENTER VSX-90TXV AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX R SURROUND L SURROUND BACK / B R L (Single) SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE Surround left Surround right Surround back ...
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... outlet. to the AC outlet in any other way. A damaged power cord can exceed the 100 W maximum when playing sources at a high volume, this receiver, including the speakers. 75 Ω coaxial cable ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP To improve AM reception, connect a 5 m to the AC ... regular use, e.g., when on and off by the plug part. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be disconnected by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord when your hands are not likely to ...
... outlet. to the AC outlet in any other way. A damaged power cord can exceed the 100 W maximum when playing sources at a high volume, this receiver, including the speakers. 75 Ω coaxial cable ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP To improve AM reception, connect a 5 m to the AC ... regular use, e.g., when on and off by the plug part. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be disconnected by tugging the cord, and never touch the power cord when your hands are not likely to ...
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MULTI CH IN - 04 Controls and displays Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 45 6 STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL 7 8 9 10 VSX-90TXV MULTI ZONE LISTENING ON/OFF CONTROL MODE DVD / LD TV /SAT DVR/VCR 1 DVR/VCR 2 VIDEO/GAME CD CD-R / TAPE / MD FM/AM XM ... controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE listening on page 50) use these controls to connect headphones. Power indicator lights when the receiver is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 8) or Advanced EQ Setup (page 38)). 7 Character display See Display on page 24. ...
MULTI CH IN - 04 Controls and displays Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 45 6 STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL 7 8 9 10 VSX-90TXV MULTI ZONE LISTENING ON/OFF CONTROL MODE DVD / LD TV /SAT DVR/VCR 1 DVR/VCR 2 VIDEO/GAME CD CD-R / TAPE / MD FM/AM XM ... controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE listening on page 50) use these controls to connect headphones. Power indicator lights when the receiver is automatically set to on after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 8) or Advanced EQ Setup (page 38)). 7 Character display See Display on page 24. ...
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...48). Operating range of remote control unit The remote control may not work properly if: • There are obstacles between the remote control and the receiver's remote sensor. • Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. • The... receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is operated simultaneously with the MULTI JOG dial to memorize and name stations for recall (page 33). 21 SPEAKERS Use to select preset ...
...48). Operating range of remote control unit The remote control may not work properly if: • There are obstacles between the remote control and the receiver's remote sensor. • Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. • The... receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is operated simultaneously with the MULTI JOG dial to memorize and name stations for recall (page 33). 21 SPEAKERS Use to select preset ...