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...reception 19 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711 20 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S 21 A and B speaker systems 22 Speaker terminals 22 Hints on speaker placement 22 Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only 24 AC outlet 25 Operating other Pioneer components .......... 25 4 Controls and... up your receiver Choosing your receiver setup 38 Speaker setting 39 Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only 40 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) ....... 40 Subwoofer setting 40 Crossover frequency setting 40 LFE attenuator setting 41 Front speaker distance setting 41 Center...
...reception 19 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711 20 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S 21 A and B speaker systems 22 Speaker terminals 22 Hints on speaker placement 22 Connecting additional amplifiers (VSX-D811S only 24 AC outlet 25 Operating other Pioneer components .......... 25 4 Controls and... up your receiver Choosing your receiver setup 38 Speaker setting 39 Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only 40 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) ....... 40 Subwoofer setting 40 Crossover frequency setting 40 LFE attenuator setting 41 Front speaker distance setting 41 Center...
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...OUT Y PB R FRONT L PR CENTER Y PB PR (T V / SAT)IN ø R SURROUND L PREOUT CENTER R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D711 TV INPUT Powered subwoofer XRB3013A.07.12 9 Be sure to 16 Ω. The receiver will work with a nominal impedance of 8 Ω to complete all connections before connecting this... case the center speaker shown is shown here (six speakers (including the subwoofer) for the VSXD711, and eight (also including the subwoofer) for the VSX-D811S), but using the speaker on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT...
...OUT Y PB R FRONT L PR CENTER Y PB PR (T V / SAT)IN ø R SURROUND L PREOUT CENTER R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D711 TV INPUT Powered subwoofer XRB3013A.07.12 9 Be sure to 16 Ω. The receiver will work with a nominal impedance of 8 Ω to complete all connections before connecting this... case the center speaker shown is shown here (six speakers (including the subwoofer) for the VSXD711, and eight (also including the subwoofer) for the VSX-D811S), but using the speaker on your TV as the center speaker (C), connect the CENTER PREOUT...
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Surround back speaker (or subwoofer) VSX-D811S R SURROUND BACK L 01.12.12, 4:41 PM 02 5 minute guide Front Speakers L R Center Speaker C Surround Speakers Surround back speakers SL SR SBL SBR IN ... REC INPUT CD-R IN / TAPE / MD PLAY L MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT IN TV/ SAT DVD / IN LD CONTROL OUT E A K A E R S R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D811S Subwoofer (passive) INPUT Powered subwoofer VSX-D811S only • If you are using only one surround back speaker, connect the positive wire to the right channel (+) terminal, and the...
Surround back speaker (or subwoofer) VSX-D811S R SURROUND BACK L 01.12.12, 4:41 PM 02 5 minute guide Front Speakers L R Center Speaker C Surround Speakers Surround back speakers SL SR SBL SBR IN ... REC INPUT CD-R IN / TAPE / MD PLAY L MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT IN TV/ SAT DVD / IN LD CONTROL OUT E A K A E R S R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D811S Subwoofer (passive) INPUT Powered subwoofer VSX-D811S only • If you are using only one surround back speaker, connect the positive wire to the right channel (+) terminal, and the...
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... on page 38-43 for more setup options. In this receiver. Use the MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial to select and ENTER to confirm your subwoofer and the TV. There are several other sound options you 're unsure about the settings. 6 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume to do this) if...
... on page 38-43 for more setup options. In this receiver. Use the MULTI JOG/INPUT SELECTOR dial to select and ENTER to confirm your subwoofer and the TV. There are several other sound options you 're unsure about the settings. 6 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume to do this) if...
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... VIDEO ASSIGNABLE (DVD/ LD) IN ¥ MONITOR OUT Y PB R FRONT L PR CENTER Y PB PR (T V / SAT)IN ø R SURROUND L PREOUT CENTER R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D711 TV INPUT Powered subwoofer Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to large. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match...shown below , but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best. The receiver will vary. 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711) A complete setup of 8 Ω to the AC power source.
... VIDEO ASSIGNABLE (DVD/ LD) IN ¥ MONITOR OUT Y PB R FRONT L PR CENTER Y PB PR (T V / SAT)IN ø R SURROUND L PREOUT CENTER R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D711 TV INPUT Powered subwoofer Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to large. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match...shown below , but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is best. The receiver will vary. 03 Connecting up Connecting the speakers (VSX-D711) A complete setup of 8 Ω to the AC power source.
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... / TAPE / MD PLAY L MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT IN TV/ SAT DVD / IN LD CONTROL OUT E A KA E R S R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D811S Subwoofer (passive) INPUT Powered subwoofer XRB3013A.13.25 21 TV Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to the left to the AC power source... PM If you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the speakers. Connecting up 03 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S) A complete setup of 8 Ω to 16 Ω. Use speakers with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the manner shown...
... / TAPE / MD PLAY L MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT IN TV/ SAT DVD / IN LD CONTROL OUT E A KA E R S R FRONT L B AC OUTLET VSX-D811S Subwoofer (passive) INPUT Powered subwoofer XRB3013A.13.25 21 TV Be sure to complete all connections before connecting this unit to the left to the AC power source... PM If you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the speakers. Connecting up 03 Connecting the speakers (VSX-D811S) A complete setup of 8 Ω to 16 Ω. Use speakers with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the manner shown...
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... The receiver has two speaker systems: A and B. Similarly, if you choose just the B system you should be audible. 03 Connecting up a subwoofer instead of speakers to the receiver. Speaker terminals 1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 3/8 in mind. If you do not have provided a few tips...speaker terminal and insert exposed wire. 3 Tighten terminal. If any of the picture when the TV is unnecessary. • If you select subwoofer (SB SUBWF) in the Surround back speaker setting (see illustration on getting the best sound from your TV as the center speaker (C), ...
... The receiver has two speaker systems: A and B. Similarly, if you choose just the B system you should be audible. 03 Connecting up a subwoofer instead of speakers to the receiver. Speaker terminals 1 Twist exposed wire strands together. 3/8 in mind. If you do not have provided a few tips...speaker terminal and insert exposed wire. 3 Tighten terminal. If any of the picture when the TV is unnecessary. • If you select subwoofer (SB SUBWF) in the Surround back speaker setting (see illustration on getting the best sound from your TV as the center speaker (C), ...
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...01.12.12, 4:43 PM Front Left Center Surround Left Front Right Subwoofer Surround Right Listening Position Overhead view of speaker set up (VSX-D711) Front Left Center Front Right Subwoofer Surround Back Left Surround Back Right 3-D view of speaker set up (VSX-D811S) • If possible, place the surround speakers slightly above ...as shown below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen. 3-D view of speaker set up (VSX-D711) If you choose to install the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with putty, or by other suitable ...
...01.12.12, 4:43 PM Front Left Center Surround Left Front Right Subwoofer Surround Right Listening Position Overhead view of speaker set up (VSX-D711) Front Left Center Front Right Subwoofer Surround Back Left Surround Back Right 3-D view of speaker set up (VSX-D811S) • If possible, place the surround speakers slightly above ...as shown below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen. 3-D view of speaker set up (VSX-D711) If you choose to install the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with putty, or by other suitable ...
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...L R ANALOG IN L R ANALOG IN ANALOG IN INPUT Front channel amplifier Surround channel amplifier Surround back channel amplifier Center channel amplifier Powered subwoofer • To hear sound only from the wall outlet before making or changing any speakers that are connected directly to the receiver. •...This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, however it is switched off and unplugged from the pre-outs, disconnect any connections. VSX-D811S IN ANTENNA IN OPT AUX (TV/ SAT) ¥ (/CTDA-PREC/ Dø / MD) OPT DIGITAL IN ASSIGNABLE DVD 7.1CH INPUT...
...L R ANALOG IN L R ANALOG IN ANALOG IN INPUT Front channel amplifier Surround channel amplifier Surround back channel amplifier Center channel amplifier Powered subwoofer • To hear sound only from the wall outlet before making or changing any speakers that are connected directly to the receiver. •...This receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, however it is switched off and unplugged from the pre-outs, disconnect any connections. VSX-D811S IN ANTENNA IN OPT AUX (TV/ SAT) ¥ (/CTDA-PREC/ Dø / MD) OPT DIGITAL IN ASSIGNABLE DVD 7.1CH INPUT...
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...the audio with your setup. For more enveloping than Pro Logic II Movie. Neo:6 Cinema (VSX-D811S only) This mode gives 6.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for movies. Neo:6 Music (VSX-D811S only) This mode gives 6.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for music. The ...05 Playing sources Introduction to Sound Modes There are downmixed to stereo. Stereo/Direct When you select STEREO or DIRECT, you switch on your subwoofer depending on Midnight listening, Loudness, or the Tone controls when DIRECT is through just the front left /right speakers, and generates a natural...
...the audio with your setup. For more enveloping than Pro Logic II Movie. Neo:6 Cinema (VSX-D811S only) This mode gives 6.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for movies. Neo:6 Music (VSX-D811S only) This mode gives 6.1 channel surround sound and is suitable for music. The ...05 Playing sources Introduction to Sound Modes There are downmixed to stereo. Stereo/Direct When you select STEREO or DIRECT, you switch on your subwoofer depending on Midnight listening, Loudness, or the Tone controls when DIRECT is through just the front left /right speakers, and generates a natural...
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...multichannel sources are listening to a two channel source, each press changes the display as follows: Movie 5-Stereo*/ 6-Stereo** Music Virtual SB Expanded * VSX-D711 ** VSX-D811S Refer to switch between the two options. Use Advanced surround to add effects to the surround sound. • Press ADV.SURR. (ADVANCED SURROUND)... on your speaker settings). If you will hear the source through just the front left and right speakers (and possibly your subwoofer depending on Midnight listening, Loudness, or the Tone controls when DIRECT is 70) by pressing RCV then pressing EFFECT +/- .
...multichannel sources are listening to a two channel source, each press changes the display as follows: Movie 5-Stereo*/ 6-Stereo** Music Virtual SB Expanded * VSX-D711 ** VSX-D811S Refer to switch between the two options. Use Advanced surround to add effects to the surround sound. • Press ADV.SURR. (ADVANCED SURROUND)... on your speaker settings). If you will hear the source through just the front left and right speakers (and possibly your subwoofer depending on Midnight listening, Loudness, or the Tone controls when DIRECT is 70) by pressing RCV then pressing EFFECT +/- .
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... setting (VSXD811S only) (page 40) Specify your surround back speaker/ surround back subwoofer setup. 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) (page 40) Set when 6.1 channel decoding is particularly important when using the Pioneer S-FCRW220 speaker system, you'll have connected. LFE attenuator setting (page 41) Specify...turn , following the order below (and on the following pages). It will be sure to your front speakers. Subwoofer setting (page 40) Specify how the subwoofer is shown for the LFE channel. Front speaker distance setting (page 41) Specify the distance from your listening ...
... setting (VSXD811S only) (page 40) Specify your surround back speaker/ surround back subwoofer setup. 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) (page 40) Set when 6.1 channel decoding is particularly important when using the Pioneer S-FCRW220 speaker system, you'll have connected. LFE attenuator setting (page 41) Specify...turn , following the order below (and on the following pages). It will be sure to your front speakers. Subwoofer setting (page 40) Specify how the subwoofer is shown for the LFE channel. Front speaker distance setting (page 41) Specify the distance from your listening ...
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... ). • Coaxial digital input 1 setting • Coaxial digital input 2 setting • Optical digital input 1 setting • Optical digital input 2 setting (VSX-D811S only) 4 Use ' or ' to adjust the setting. Speaker setting • Default setting: S (all speakers) You must let the receiver know how many...(page 42) Compress the dynamic range of surround back inputs you have , and how big they are. The size you 're not using a subwoofer, we recommend setting the front speakers to the video and digital inputs (below ). • Component video 1 input setting • Component video ...
... ). • Coaxial digital input 1 setting • Coaxial digital input 2 setting • Optical digital input 1 setting • Optical digital input 2 setting (VSX-D811S only) 4 Use ' or ' to adjust the setting. Speaker setting • Default setting: S (all speakers) You must let the receiver know how many...(page 42) Compress the dynamic range of surround back inputs you have , and how big they are. The size you 're not using a subwoofer, we recommend setting the front speakers to the video and digital inputs (below ). • Component video 1 input setting • Component video ...
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...receiver Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: S You must let the receiver know if surround back speaker(s) have connected a surround back subwoofer, you should select the surround back subwoofer setting (SB SUBWF) from the receiver to the subwoofer (or L speakers). We recommend...• Use ' or ' to select SB L, SB S, SB or SB SUBWF. 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: 6.1 FIX You can send these sounds to the subwoofer (or if you don't have the receiver automatically switch to Dolby Digital or DTS-ES decoding for 6.1 encoded...
...receiver Surround back speaker setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: S You must let the receiver know if surround back speaker(s) have connected a surround back subwoofer, you should select the surround back subwoofer setting (SB SUBWF) from the receiver to the subwoofer (or L speakers). We recommend...• Use ' or ' to select SB L, SB S, SB or SB SUBWF. 6.1 channel setting (VSX-D811S only) • Default setting: 6.1 FIX You can send these sounds to the subwoofer (or if you don't have the receiver automatically switch to Dolby Digital or DTS-ES decoding for 6.1 encoded...
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... LFE is selected in the display). When C is not available. Setting up the receiver 06 150 Hz Sends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the subwoofer (or L speakers). 200 Hz Sends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to set the distance of the front speakers from the main listening position (within ... ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from both front and surround speakers at the same time. • Use ' or ' to the subwoofer (or L speakers). Like the center speaker, you should set the distance of the surround speakers from the center speaker will be heard before the ...
... LFE is selected in the display). When C is not available. Setting up the receiver 06 150 Hz Sends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the subwoofer (or L speakers). 200 Hz Sends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to set the distance of the front speakers from the main listening position (within ... ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from both front and surround speakers at the same time. • Use ' or ' to the subwoofer (or L speakers). Like the center speaker, you should set the distance of the surround speakers from the center speaker will be heard before the ...
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... volume to make sure you don't hear a test tone from one of each speaker when seated in Standard modes. • Since the subwoofer transmits an ultralow frequency its sound may seem quieter than it actually is only output in the main listening position. The channel level range is...Setting up the receiver Setting the relative volume level of your speakers, please refer to Speaker setting on the speaker setting): FL C SW SL *VSX-D811S only FR SR SB* If you have correctly specified your speaker setup. 3 Press MASTER VOLUME +/- You should set seperate levels for each ...
... volume to make sure you don't hear a test tone from one of each speaker when seated in Standard modes. • Since the subwoofer transmits an ultralow frequency its sound may seem quieter than it actually is only output in the main listening position. The channel level range is...Setting up the receiver Setting the relative volume level of your speakers, please refer to Speaker setting on the speaker setting): FL C SW SL *VSX-D811S only FR SR SB* If you have correctly specified your speaker setup. 3 Press MASTER VOLUME +/- You should set seperate levels for each ...