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... help. ATTENTION - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-94TXH, VSX-92TXH Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to connect...
... help. ATTENTION - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-94TXH, VSX-92TXH Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to connect...
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...10 Using Phase Control 10 Using Full Band Phase Control 11 03 Connecting your equipment Rear panel 12 When making cable connections 13 About the video converter 13 Connecting your TV and DVD player 14 Connecting your Blu-ray disc player 14 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-...28 Standard surround sound 28 Using the Home THX modes 29 Using the Advanced surround effects 29 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your iPod to station presets 35 07 The System Setup menu...
...10 Using Phase Control 10 Using Full Band Phase Control 11 03 Connecting your equipment Rear panel 12 When making cable connections 13 About the video converter 13 Connecting your TV and DVD player 14 Connecting your Blu-ray disc player 14 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-...28 Standard surround sound 28 Using the Home THX modes 29 Using the Advanced surround effects 29 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your iPod to station presets 35 07 The System Setup menu...
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...Channel Input Setup 69 ZONE Audio Setup 69 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays 69 OSD Adjustment 70 11 Using other functions Setting the Audio options 71 Setting the Video options 72 Making an audio or a video recording 73 Playing a different source when recording 73 Reducing the... System off 80 Controls for TVs 81 Controls for other components 81 Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor 82 13 Additional information Troubleshooting 83 Power 83 No sound 83 Other audio problems 84 Video 85 Settings 86 Professional Calibration EQ graphical output . . . . . 86 ...
...Channel Input Setup 69 ZONE Audio Setup 69 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays 69 OSD Adjustment 70 11 Using other functions Setting the Audio options 71 Setting the Video options 72 Making an audio or a video recording 73 Playing a different source when recording 73 Reducing the... System off 80 Controls for TVs 81 Controls for other components 81 Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor 82 13 Additional information Troubleshooting 83 Power 83 No sound 83 Other audio problems 84 Video 85 Settings 86 Professional Calibration EQ graphical output . . . . . 86 ...
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... begins. When you can turn on this . • Set the subwoofer volume to a comfortable level. 4 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to set the video input on your TV to the DVD input. For details about the HDMI Control feature, see Placing the speakers on page 20 for more setup...
... begins. When you can turn on this . • Set the subwoofer volume to a comfortable level. 4 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to set the video input on your TV to the DVD input. For details about the HDMI Control feature, see Placing the speakers on page 20 for more setup...
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...and your TV. ZONE & SOURCE/REC SEL CONTROL ON/OFF SIGNAL SB ch STEREO/ SELECT PROCESSING F.S.SURR MCACC USB SETUP MIC VIDEO/GAME 2 INPUT SETUP (TUNE) RETURN DIGITAL IN S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R The Auto MCACC display appears once the microphone is displayed on and set to access the MCACC SETUP MIC jack...output at your normal listening position (use the System Setup menu in either the main or sub zone when the iPod, HOME MEDIA GALLAERY (VSX-94TXH only), XM or SIRIUS Radio input source is switched on -screen while the receiver outputs test tones to finish then confirm the speaker ...
...and your TV. ZONE & SOURCE/REC SEL CONTROL ON/OFF SIGNAL SB ch STEREO/ SELECT PROCESSING F.S.SURR MCACC USB SETUP MIC VIDEO/GAME 2 INPUT SETUP (TUNE) RETURN DIGITAL IN S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R The Auto MCACC display appears once the microphone is displayed on and set to access the MCACC SETUP MIC jack...output at your normal listening position (use the System Setup menu in either the main or sub zone when the iPod, HOME MEDIA GALLAERY (VSX-94TXH only), XM or SIRIUS Radio input source is switched on -screen while the receiver outputs test tones to finish then confirm the speaker ...
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...with your system, but it is also possible to change the setting (and number for example a DVD player), your TV, make sure that the VIDEO 1 input is selected, then press ENTER. A progress report is not optimal for more test tones to play. See Automatic MCACC (Expert) on ...7 minutes. 7 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! If there are the basic instructions for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that the TV's video input is set to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 31). 9 En Auto MCACC CHECK Front [ YES ] Center [ YES ] Surr...
...with your system, but it is also possible to change the setting (and number for example a DVD player), your TV, make sure that the VIDEO 1 input is selected, then press ENTER. A progress report is not optimal for more test tones to play. See Automatic MCACC (Expert) on ...7 minutes. 7 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! If there are the basic instructions for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that the TV's video input is set to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 31). 9 En Auto MCACC CHECK Front [ YES ] Center [ YES ] Surr...
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...the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from a single IR remote sensor. See Operating other Pioneer components with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have to be the final step. 1 Optical digital audio output(s) Use the OUT1 and... For details, refer to the supplied operating instructions for HOME MEDIA GALLERY. 5 HDMI connectors (x4) (VSX-92TXH) (x5) (VSX-94TXH) Multiple inputs and one output for high-quality audio/ video connection to compatible HDMI devices. See Connecting using HDMI on page 55. 6 Remote inputs (MULTI-ZONE ...
...the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from a single IR remote sensor. See Operating other Pioneer components with many connection possibilities, but it doesn't have to be the final step. 1 Optical digital audio output(s) Use the OUT1 and... For details, refer to the supplied operating instructions for HOME MEDIA GALLERY. 5 HDMI connectors (x4) (VSX-92TXH) (x5) (VSX-94TXH) Multiple inputs and one output for high-quality audio/ video connection to compatible HDMI devices. See Connecting using HDMI on page 55. 6 Remote inputs (MULTI-ZONE ...
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... 19. 21 Switched AC power outlet (100 W/0.8 A max.) Use to power another component in your monitor/TV to HDMI, component, S-video, then composite (in that is intended for connection to damage the shutter protecting the optical socket. • When storing optical cable, coil ...loosely. Note 1 You must assign the input source to the S-video input to which you must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is protected by Macrovision Corporation. This product incorporates copyright protection technology ...
... 19. 21 Switched AC power outlet (100 W/0.8 A max.) Use to power another component in your monitor/TV to HDMI, component, S-video, then composite (in that is intended for connection to damage the shutter protecting the optical socket. • When storing optical cable, coil ...loosely. Note 1 You must assign the input source to the S-video input to which you must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is protected by Macrovision Corporation. This product incorporates copyright protection technology ...
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... PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUN XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 12 V TR (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA VSX-94TXH DVD player The diagram shows a basic setup of the optical inputs on ...VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 12 V TR (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA VSX-94TXH OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT R AUDIO L ANALOG OUT 3 2 4 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack to the DVD/LD VIDEO or DVD/LD S-VIDEO input. If your TV and DVD player TV VIDEO S-VIDEO...
... PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUN XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 12 V TR (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA VSX-94TXH DVD player The diagram shows a basic setup of the optical inputs on ...VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 12 V TR (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA VSX-94TXH OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT R AUDIO L ANALOG OUT 3 2 4 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack to the DVD/LD VIDEO or DVD/LD S-VIDEO input. If your TV and DVD player TV VIDEO S-VIDEO...
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...cable receiver doesn't have a digital audio output, you make this connection. 3 If your set -top box to the BD VIDEO or BD S-VIDEO input. Connect using a coaxial digital audio cable. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 LAN (10/100) OPTICAL IN 1 (TV/SAT) IN 2... OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUN XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 12 V TR (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA M DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT STB 1 Connect the audio/video outputs on the set -top box only has a coaxial digital output...
...cable receiver doesn't have a digital audio output, you make this connection. 3 If your set -top box to the BD VIDEO or BD S-VIDEO input. Connect using a coaxial digital audio cable. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 LAN (10/100) OPTICAL IN 1 (TV/SAT) IN 2... OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUN XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 12 V TR (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA M DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT STB 1 Connect the audio/video outputs on the set -top box only has a coaxial digital output...
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...OUT 3 R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV IN 12 • For a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 IN inputs. 2 If the device can output digital audio, connect an optical-type1 digital audio output from the recorder to the OPTICAL IN 3 (DVR/VCR1) input. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & ...Note 1 • In order to record, you must connect the analog audio cables (the digital connection is for connecting analog or digital video devices, including DVD/HDD recorders and VCRs. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 LAN (10/100) OPTICAL IN 1 (TV/SAT) IN 2 (BD)...
...OUT 3 R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO AV IN 12 • For a second recorder, use the DVR/VCR2 IN inputs. 2 If the device can output digital audio, connect an optical-type1 digital audio output from the recorder to the OPTICAL IN 3 (DVR/VCR1) input. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & ...Note 1 • In order to record, you must connect the analog audio cables (the digital connection is for connecting analog or digital video devices, including DVD/HDD recorders and VCRs. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 LAN (10/100) OPTICAL IN 1 (TV/SAT) IN 2 (BD)...
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... Input Setup menu on page 67. 2 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to the component video inputs on your digital component to the OPTICAL IN 4 (CD-R) input. Use an optical cable for making digital recordings. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 ...PR IN 3 Y OUT DVR/ VCR 1 IN SURROUND R L PB PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUND BACK XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 2 12 V TRIGGER (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA MAX) 1 Connect an optical-type1 digital audio output on your TV ...
... Input Setup menu on page 67. 2 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to the component video inputs on your digital component to the OPTICAL IN 4 (CD-R) input. Use an optical cable for making digital recordings. VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 ...PR IN 3 Y OUT DVR/ VCR 1 IN SURROUND R L PB PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUND BACK XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 2 12 V TRIGGER (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA MAX) 1 Connect an optical-type1 digital audio output on your TV ...
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...the CD inputs instead. Connect using INPUT SELECT (remote) or the INPUT SELECTOR dial (front panel) to access the front video connections. Note that most turntables require. 2 Turntable VSX-94TXH ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP ZONE2 MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE R ZONE2 L AUDIO PHONO IN CD OUT... IN MONITOR MONIOUT TOR OUT DVD/LD IN BD IN TV/SAT IN 1 IN VIDEO / IN 2 GAME 1 IN OUT CD-R/ TAPE/ MD IN R...
...the CD inputs instead. Connect using INPUT SELECT (remote) or the INPUT SELECTOR dial (front panel) to access the front video connections. Note that most turntables require. 2 Turntable VSX-94TXH ANTENNA FM UNBAL 75 Ω AM LOOP ZONE2 MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE R ZONE2 L AUDIO PHONO IN CD OUT... IN MONITOR MONIOUT TOR OUT DVD/LD IN BD IN TV/SAT IN 1 IN VIDEO / IN 2 GAME 1 IN OUT CD-R/ TAPE/ MD IN R...
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...R iPod L PB PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUND BACK XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 2 12 V TRIGGER (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA MAX) RS-232C MULTI CH IN VSX-94TXH CENTER AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX SURROUND R L R SURROUND BACK / B L(Single)...ZONE2 MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE R ZONE2 L AUDIO PHONO IN CD OUT IN MONITOR MONIOUT TOR OUT DVD/LD IN BD IN TV/SAT IN 1 IN VIDEO / IN 2 GAME 1 IN OUT CD-R/ TAPE/ MD IN R R SUB W. Note that all the bare speaker wire is ideal, other configurations ...
...R iPod L PB PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUND BACK XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 2 12 V TRIGGER (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA MAX) RS-232C MULTI CH IN VSX-94TXH CENTER AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX SURROUND R L R SURROUND BACK / B L(Single)...ZONE2 MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE R ZONE2 L AUDIO PHONO IN CD OUT IN MONITOR MONIOUT TOR OUT DVD/LD IN BD IN TV/SAT IN 1 IN VIDEO / IN 2 GAME 1 IN OUT CD-R/ TAPE/ MD IN R R SUB W. Note that all the bare speaker wire is ideal, other configurations ...
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...two surround back speakers THX recommends placing them together and the same distance from your speakers. B • If you better sound quality-see below). L C R VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 LAN (10/100) OPTICAL IN 1 (TV/SAT) IN 2 (BD) IN 3 (DVR/ VCR ...IN 3 Y OUT DVR/ VCR 1 IN SURROUND R iPod L PB PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUND BACK XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 2 12 V TRIGGER (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA MAX) RS-232C MULTI CH IN CENTE AM loop antenna 1 Assemble ...
...two surround back speakers THX recommends placing them together and the same distance from your speakers. B • If you better sound quality-see below). L C R VSX-94TXH MULTI-ZONE & SOURCE /REC SEL OUT1 ZONE3 OUT2 LAN (10/100) OPTICAL IN 1 (TV/SAT) IN 2 (BD) IN 3 (DVR/ VCR ...IN 3 Y OUT DVR/ VCR 1 IN SURROUND R iPod L PB PB OUT OUT DVR/ VCR 2 SURROUND BACK XM PR PR ASSIGNABLE 14 DIGITAL (VIDEO/GAME 1) ASSIGNABLE 1 3 COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO IN VIDEO R L AUDIO 1 2 12 V TRIGGER (DC OUT 12V/ TOTAL 50 mA MAX) RS-232C MULTI CH IN CENTE AM loop antenna 1 Assemble ...
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... ADVANCED MCACC PHASE CONTROL MCACC AUTO SURR/ POSITION STREAM DIRECT DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI HOME THX STANDARD ADVANCED SURROUND SURROUND 8 VSX-94TXH MASTER VOLUME 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 SPEAKERS AUDIO PARAMETER VIDEO (TUNE) TUNER EDIT BAND MULTI - MCACC POSITION - Note 1 The MCACC indicator does not...
... ADVANCED MCACC PHASE CONTROL MCACC AUTO SURR/ POSITION STREAM DIRECT DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI HOME THX STANDARD ADVANCED SURROUND SURROUND 8 VSX-94TXH MASTER VOLUME 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 SPEAKERS AUDIO PARAMETER VIDEO (TUNE) TUNER EDIT BAND MULTI - MCACC POSITION - Note 1 The MCACC indicator does not...
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...sub zone from the speakers. 20 SETUP Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 23 USB interface (VSX-94TXH only) Connect a USB audio device for example, when the video input signal is upscaled) (page 71). Press for recall (page 35). 14 BAND Switches between the remote ...on page 60). STANDARD SURROUND - See the separate manual for HOME MEDIA GALLERY. 24 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect the supplied microphone. 25 VIDEO/GAME 2 INPUT See Connecting a component to a setting other than PURE (for playback. HDMI indicator - ADVANCED SURROUND - Operating range of the panel ...
...sub zone from the speakers. 20 SETUP Press to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 23 USB interface (VSX-94TXH only) Connect a USB audio device for example, when the video input signal is upscaled) (page 71). Press for recall (page 35). 14 BAND Switches between the remote ...on page 60). STANDARD SURROUND - See the separate manual for HOME MEDIA GALLERY. 24 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect the supplied microphone. 25 VIDEO/GAME 2 INPUT See Connecting a component to a setting other than PURE (for playback. HDMI indicator - ADVANCED SURROUND - Operating range of the panel ...
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... S SR AAC DSD PCM S.RTRV SOUND Hi-Bit/Sampling V.SB MONO SBL SB SBR LFE CD TUNER SIRIUS CD-R PHONO iPod DVD TV BDP DVR VIDEO HMG USB HDMI [ 1 ] [ 2 ] STREAM DIRECT 2PRO LOGIC Neo :6 THX ADV.SURROUND STEREO STANDARD SP AB SLEEP XM [ 3 ] dB SR+ [ 4 ] 14 15 16 17 18 19...
... S SR AAC DSD PCM S.RTRV SOUND Hi-Bit/Sampling V.SB MONO SBL SB SBR LFE CD TUNER SIRIUS CD-R PHONO iPod DVD TV BDP DVR VIDEO HMG USB HDMI [ 1 ] [ 2 ] STREAM DIRECT 2PRO LOGIC Neo :6 THX ADV.SURROUND STEREO STANDARD SP AB SLEEP XM [ 3 ] dB SR+ [ 4 ] 14 15 16 17 18 19...
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...the amount of a double cassette deck player. 04 Controls and displays Remote control Illustration shows the VSX-94TXH remote control RECEIVER INPUT SELECT 1 2 SYSTEM OFF SOURCE 12 13 CD DVD CD-R TV...to select control of the source currently being played back (this feature is available only when a Pioneer DVD recorder supporting HDMI Control is connected to access: D.ACCESS - Press TUNER first to this ...81) • Blue - CH LEVEL - Receiver controls (see page 36) and the Audio or Video options (page 71 or 72). SR+ - RETURN - SURR SHIFT PHASE MCACC S.DIRECT 16 17 18...
...the amount of a double cassette deck player. 04 Controls and displays Remote control Illustration shows the VSX-94TXH remote control RECEIVER INPUT SELECT 1 2 SYSTEM OFF SOURCE 12 13 CD DVD CD-R TV...to select control of the source currently being played back (this feature is available only when a Pioneer DVD recorder supporting HDMI Control is connected to access: D.ACCESS - Press TUNER first to this ...81) • Blue - CH LEVEL - Receiver controls (see page 36) and the Audio or Video options (page 71 or 72). SR+ - RETURN - SURR SHIFT PHASE MCACC S.DIRECT 16 17 18...