Product Sheet
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... built-in and DTS Play-Fi®, you enjoy wireless multi-room audio with smooth control on the Pioneer Remote App, from internet radio and network streaming services on the VSX-933 using your eyes. Up to 96 kHz ALAC supported. *5 Converted to 192 kHz/24-bit ALAC*4, AIFF... 40 Presets ›› Sleep Timer ›› User-Friendly Simple Remote Control Front Terminals ›› USB 1 In for USB Drive ›› MCACC Setup MIC In ›› Audio 1 In (Mini Stereo Jack) ›› Phones 1 Out Rear Terminals ›› HDMI 6 In (4 Assignable) ›...
... built-in and DTS Play-Fi®, you enjoy wireless multi-room audio with smooth control on the Pioneer Remote App, from internet radio and network streaming services on the VSX-933 using your eyes. Up to 96 kHz ALAC supported. *5 Converted to 192 kHz/24-bit ALAC*4, AIFF... 40 Presets ›› Sleep Timer ›› User-Friendly Simple Remote Control Front Terminals ›› USB 1 In for USB Drive ›› MCACC Setup MIC In ›› Audio 1 In (Mini Stereo Jack) ›› Phones 1 Out Rear Terminals ›› HDMI 6 In (4 Assignable) ›...
Instruction Manual English
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Connecting Speakers ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting ≫ Appendix ≫ Supplementary Information ≫ Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ Instruction Manual VSX-933 AV RECEIVER En Table of contents ≫ Connections ≫ -
Connecting Speakers ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting ≫ Appendix ≫ Supplementary Information ≫ Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ Instruction Manual VSX-933 AV RECEIVER En Table of contents ≫ Connections ≫ -
Instruction Manual English
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Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ What's in the box 5 Connecting Antennas 37 Part Names 6 Network Connection 38 Front Panel 6 Connecting the Power Cord 39 Display Rear Panel Remote Controller ... Playback 41 Basic Operations 41 BLUETOOTH® Playback 42 Connecting speakers 13 Basic Operations 42 Speaker Installation 14 Internet Radio 43 Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings 20 Playing Back 43 Speaker combinations 29 Spotify 45 Connecting the TV 30 Playing Back 45 To ARC TV 31 AirPlay® 46 To...
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ What's in the box 5 Connecting Antennas 37 Part Names 6 Network Connection 38 Front Panel 6 Connecting the Power Cord 39 Display Rear Panel Remote Controller ... Playback 41 Basic Operations 41 BLUETOOTH® Playback 42 Connecting speakers 13 Basic Operations 42 Speaker Installation 14 Internet Radio 43 Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings 20 Playing Back 43 Speaker combinations 29 Spotify 45 Connecting the TV 30 Playing Back 45 To ARC TV 31 AirPlay® 46 To...
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...operations 80 Playing Back 53 Input/Output Assign 81 Supported Audio Formats 56 Speaker 84 Play Queue 57 Audio Adjust 88 Initial Setup 57 Source 89 Adding Play Queue Information 57 Hardware 91 Sort and Delete 58 Multi Zone 93 Playing Back 58 Miscellaneous 94... Selecting a Listening mode 66 Bluetooth 102 Listening Mode Effects 69 AV Adjust 104 Selectable listening modes 72 Menu operations 104 Setup System Setup Menu list Web Setup 106 Menu operations 106 78 78 Firmware Update Updating Function on This Unit 107 107 3 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel...
...operations 80 Playing Back 53 Input/Output Assign 81 Supported Audio Formats 56 Speaker 84 Play Queue 57 Audio Adjust 88 Initial Setup 57 Source 89 Adding Play Queue Information 57 Hardware 91 Sort and Delete 58 Multi Zone 93 Playing Back 58 Miscellaneous 94... Selecting a Listening mode 66 Bluetooth 102 Listening Mode Effects 69 AV Adjust 104 Selectable listening modes 72 Menu operations 104 Setup System Setup Menu list Web Setup 106 Menu operations 106 78 78 Firmware Update Updating Function on This Unit 107 107 3 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel...
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Updating the Firmware via Network Updating via USB Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations Troubleshooting When the unit is operating erratically Troubleshooting Appendix About HDMI General Specifications Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 108 110 112 112 116 117 126 128 4 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫
Updating the Firmware via Network Updating via USB Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations Troubleshooting When the unit is operating erratically Troubleshooting Appendix About HDMI General Specifications Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 108 110 112 112 116 117 126 128 4 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫
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... of 4 Ω to change without prior notice. 5 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ What's in the box 1 2 3 4 5 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. Speaker setup microphone (1) • Used during Initial Setup. 4. Remote controller (RC-957R) (1), Batteries (AAA/R03) (2) 3.
... of 4 Ω to change without prior notice. 5 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ What's in the box 1 2 3 4 5 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. Speaker setup microphone (1) • Used during Initial Setup. 4. Remote controller (RC-957R) (1), Batteries (AAA/R03) (2) 3.
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Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. INPUT SELECTOR dial: Switch the input to be played. ( p49) You can also supply power (5 V/500 mA) to a BLUETOOTH enabled device. 12. Cursor buttons ( / / / ) ... ( p8) 9. Use them to tune to either side. 13. RETURN button: Returns the display to the Pure Direct mode. ( p66) 21. MCACC SETUP MIC jack: The supplied speaker setup microphone is on, however. 11. SOUND RETRIEVER button: Turns on the perpendicular axis and 30° to stations when using a stereo mini plug...
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. INPUT SELECTOR dial: Switch the input to be played. ( p49) You can also supply power (5 V/500 mA) to a BLUETOOTH enabled device. 12. Cursor buttons ( / / / ) ... ( p8) 9. Use them to tune to either side. 13. RETURN button: Returns the display to the Pure Direct mode. ( p66) 21. MCACC SETUP MIC jack: The supplied speaker setup microphone is on, however. 11. SOUND RETRIEVER button: Turns on the perpendicular axis and 30° to stations when using a stereo mini plug...
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... Asian models): Receiving RDS broadcasting. NET: Lights when connected to the network. Blinks when muting is selected. 3. Display 12 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 3 4 56 7 1. This may light when performing operations with the "NET" input selector. It will blink if the USB device is selected. HDMI: HDMI signals...
... Asian models): Receiving RDS broadcasting. NET: Lights when connected to the network. Blinks when muting is selected. 3. Display 12 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 3 4 56 7 1. This may light when performing operations with the "NET" input selector. It will blink if the USB device is selected. HDMI: HDMI signals...
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... a TV. 9. NETWORK port: Connect to an AV component. 10. SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack: Connect a powered subwoofer with a LAN cable. 7. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. Adjust their angles according to a pre-main amplifier in it can be played. ( p49) You can be connected. Power cord 11. ZONE 2 LINE OUT...
... a TV. 9. NETWORK port: Connect to an AV component. 10. SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack: Connect a powered subwoofer with a LAN cable. 7. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. Adjust their angles according to a pre-main amplifier in it can be played. ( p49) You can be connected. Power cord 11. ZONE 2 LINE OUT...
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..., press / to control the main room. 11 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ Remote Controller 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 bk bl Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. button: Used for controlling ZONE 2. button: Switches the information on the TV screen. ( p104) 5. STANDBY/ON button 2. button: Displays the Home. ( p80, 95, 100...
..., press / to control the main room. 11 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ Remote Controller 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 bk bl Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1. button: Used for controlling ZONE 2. button: Switches the information on the TV screen. ( p104) 5. STANDBY/ON button 2. button: Displays the Home. ( p80, 95, 100...
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Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connections Connecting speakers 13 Connecting the TV 30 Connecting Playback Devices 33 Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) 36 Connecting Antennas 37 Network Connection 38 Connecting the Power Cord 39 12 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connections Connecting speakers 13 Connecting the TV 30 Connecting Playback Devices 33 Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) 36 Connecting Antennas 37 Network Connection 38 Connecting the Power Cord 39 12 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫
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... the sound design recorded in a three-dimensional space with Dolby Atmos? Do you enjoy sound with even greater clarity. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting speakers You can check the connection method and default settings. Yes When using Surround Back Speakers • 7.1 Channel System ( p25) •...
... the sound design recorded in a three-dimensional space with Dolby Atmos? Do you enjoy sound with even greater clarity. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting speakers You can check the connection method and default settings. Yes When using Surround Back Speakers • 7.1 Channel System ( p25) •...
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... dialogs and vocals. The front speakers should be positioned at an angle. Speaker Installation 5.1 Channel System 23 6 *1 *2 5 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 This is a basic 5.1 Channel System.
... dialogs and vocals. The front speakers should be positioned at an angle. Speaker Installation 5.1 Channel System 23 6 *1 *2 5 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 This is a basic 5.1 Channel System.
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... basic 5.1 Channel System ( p14) and added surround back speakers. The surround back speakers should be sure to 150° Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 7 This is Dolby Atmos, you a natural sound even when playing music sources. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the...
... basic 5.1 Channel System ( p14) and added surround back speakers. The surround back speakers should be sure to 150° Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 7 This is Dolby Atmos, you a natural sound even when playing music sources. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the...
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... (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example ( p19) 16 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ p14) and added height speakers. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System A 5.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of the basic 5.1 Channel System ( your speakers and usage environment from the following three...
... (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example ( p19) 16 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ p14) and added height speakers. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System A 5.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of the basic 5.1 Channel System ( your speakers and usage environment from the following three...
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Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example 8 7 3´ (0.9 m) or more 17 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ In both ...
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers Installation Example 8 7 3´ (0.9 m) or more 17 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ In both ...
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The distance between each pair should match the distance between the front speakers. • Dolby Laboratories recommends the setups of these types of height speakers to obtain the best Dolby Atmos effect. 7,8 Height Speakers Choose one of front speakers, a ... and a powered subwoofer, and added top front speakers or top middle speakers or top rear speakers combined. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example 8 8 8 777 *3 *2 *1 This is Dolby Atmos, you can select the Dolby Atmos listening mode which...
The distance between each pair should match the distance between the front speakers. • Dolby Laboratories recommends the setups of these types of height speakers to obtain the best Dolby Atmos effect. 7,8 Height Speakers Choose one of front speakers, a ... and a powered subwoofer, and added top front speakers or top middle speakers or top rear speakers combined. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example 8 8 8 777 *3 *2 *1 This is Dolby Atmos, you can select the Dolby Atmos listening mode which...
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..., a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added Dolby enabled speakers (front) or Dolby enabled speakers (surround) combined. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example 8 7 *1 *2 8 7 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p14) consisting of the following: • Dolby...
..., a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added Dolby enabled speakers (front) or Dolby enabled speakers (surround) combined. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example 8 7 *1 *2 8 7 This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p14) consisting of the following: • Dolby...
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...and 6 Ω or less, the setting is required in the Home displayed set "System Setup" - side wires touch each channel. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings Connections (Note) Speaker Impedance Connect speakers with an impedance of the speaker... wires touch the rear panel, or the + side and - Press on the remote controller, and in the System Setup menu after the Initial Setup ( p112) is wrong, a bass sound will be reproduced properly due to 16 Ω. "Speaker" -"Configuration" -
...and 6 Ω or less, the setting is required in the Home displayed set "System Setup" - side wires touch each channel. Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings Connections (Note) Speaker Impedance Connect speakers with an impedance of the speaker... wires touch the rear panel, or the + side and - Press on the remote controller, and in the System Setup menu after the Initial Setup ( p112) is wrong, a bass sound will be reproduced properly due to 16 Ω. "Speaker" -"Configuration" -
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The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. 21 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. Connect the Subwoofer Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ a a Subwoofer cable Connect a powered subwoofer with this unit using a subwoofer cable.
The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. 21 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. Connect the Subwoofer Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ a a Subwoofer cable Connect a powered subwoofer with this unit using a subwoofer cable.