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Operating Instructions AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-80TXV VSX-80TXV-S Register your product at www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) 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...
Operating Instructions AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-80TXV VSX-80TXV-S Register your product at www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) 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...
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...hands after handling D36-P4_A_En For U.S. D2-4-4-1_EF WARNING - Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-80TXV, VSX-80TXV-S Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE INC. To prevent electromagnetic interference with part 15 of the FCC Rules. If this ...device must accept any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency ...
...hands after handling D36-P4_A_En For U.S. D2-4-4-1_EF WARNING - Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-80TXV, VSX-80TXV-S Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE INC. To prevent electromagnetic interference with part 15 of the FCC Rules. If this ...device must accept any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency ...
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After you for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. Please read through these operating instructions so you start Features 6 Checking what's in the box 6 Ventilation 7 Installing the receiver 7 Loading the batteries 7 02 5 minute...panel 11 When making cable connections 12 About the video converter 12 Connecting your TV and DVD player 13 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box 13 Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sources 14 Using the component video jacks...
After you for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. Please read through these operating instructions so you start Features 6 Checking what's in the box 6 Ventilation 7 Installing the receiver 7 Loading the batteries 7 02 5 minute...panel 11 When making cable connections 12 About the video converter 12 Connecting your TV and DVD player 13 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box 13 Connecting a DVD/HDD recorder, VCR and other video sources 14 Using the component video jacks...
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...multi-room connections 46 Using the multi-room controls 46 Connecting an IR receiver 47 Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger 48 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display 48 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display 49 09 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 50 The ...Setup menu 51 Dynamic Range Control Setup 51 Dual Mono Setup 52 LFE Attenuator Setup 52 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays 52 Video Converter Setup 52 Multi-Room and IR receiver setup 53 12 Volt Trigger setup 53 10 Using other functions Making an audio or a video recording 54 ...
...multi-room connections 46 Using the multi-room controls 46 Connecting an IR receiver 47 Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger 48 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display 48 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display 49 09 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 50 The ...Setup menu 51 Dynamic Range Control Setup 51 Dual Mono Setup 52 LFE Attenuator Setup 52 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays 52 Video Converter Setup 52 Multi-Room and IR receiver setup 53 12 Volt Trigger setup 53 10 Using other functions Making an audio or a video recording 54 ...
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... pressure and smoothing jagged artifacts left over after compression. • HDMI compatibility This receiver is compatible with the addition of a surround back speaker, you can program the remote to Pioneer for an optimal sound image at your listening position. • Sound Retriever The... Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone (cable: 16.4...
... pressure and smoothing jagged artifacts left over after compression. • HDMI compatibility This receiver is compatible with the addition of a surround back speaker, you can program the remote to Pioneer for an optimal sound image at your listening position. • Sound Retriever The... Sound Retriever feature employs new DSP technology that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone (cable: 16.4...
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... leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Don't install it on a level and stable surface. on thick carpet or a bed. Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. Loading the ...batteries 8 inches Receiver (20 cm) Slot and openings in such hazards as newspapers, table-cloths and curtains), and do not place anything directly on top of...
... leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. Don't install it on a level and stable surface. on thick carpet or a bed. Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. Loading the ...batteries 8 inches Receiver (20 cm) Slot and openings in such hazards as newspapers, table-cloths and curtains), and do not place anything directly on top of...
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... know how to do this . • Set the subwoofer volume to a comfortable level. 4 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible setup in mind, so with multichannel surround sound) are output at all. Check the manual that the DVD input...the video input on page 10, there are not moved during the Auto MCACC Setup. • Before using a digital connection from a series of the receiver. For surround sound, you 're in the middle of your speaker system on , followed by your DVD player, your system. Make sure you have your...
... know how to do this . • Set the subwoofer volume to a comfortable level. 4 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to Surround Sound This receiver was designed with the easiest possible setup in mind, so with multichannel surround sound) are output at all. Check the manual that the DVD input...the video input on page 10, there are not moved during the Auto MCACC Setup. • Before using a digital connection from a series of the receiver. For surround sound, you 're in the middle of your speaker system on , followed by your DVD player, your system. Make sure you have your...
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... through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to your front speakers, or setting up with the speaker connection. 5 minute guide 02 RECEIVER INPUT SELECT SYSTEM OFF SOURCE AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DVD CD TV CD-R DVR 2 DVR1 TV CTRL XM RADIO ROOM 2 TUNER... RECEIVER DIALOG E PHASE S.RETRIEVER D.ACCESS +10 CLASS DISC ENTER TOP MENU TUNE DTVMENU ST SETUP ENTER MENU ST T.EDIT RETURN TUNE GUIDE CATEGORY TV...
... through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to your front speakers, or setting up with the speaker connection. 5 minute guide 02 RECEIVER INPUT SELECT SYSTEM OFF SOURCE AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DVD CD TV CD-R DVR 2 DVR1 TV CTRL XM RADIO ROOM 2 TUNER... RECEIVER DIALOG E PHASE S.RETRIEVER D.ACCESS +10 CLASS DISC ENTER TOP MENU TUNE DTVMENU ST SETUP ENTER MENU ST T.EDIT RETURN TUNE GUIDE CATEGORY TV...
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... SIGNAL SEL (page 29). 3 • You may be affecting the environment and switch them . • Some older TVs may be incorrect. RECEIVER INPUT SELECT SYSTEM OFF SOURCE AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GUIDE TV CONTROL TV VOL INPUT SELECT TV CH VOL DTV ON/OFF MPX REC DTVINFO... MUTE REC STOP JUKEBOX DVD CD TV CD-R DVR 2 DVR1 TV CTRL XM RADIO ROOM 2 TUNER RECEIVER AUDIO SUBTITLE HDD DISP CH STATUS...
... SIGNAL SEL (page 29). 3 • You may be affecting the environment and switch them . • Some older TVs may be incorrect. RECEIVER INPUT SELECT SYSTEM OFF SOURCE AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT GUIDE TV CONTROL TV VOL INPUT SELECT TV CH VOL DTV ON/OFF MPX REC DTVINFO... MUTE REC STOP JUKEBOX DVD CD TV CD-R DVR 2 DVR1 TV CTRL XM RADIO ROOM 2 TUNER RECEIVER AUDIO SUBTITLE HDD DISP CH STATUS...
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... setup, for example. See also The Input Assign menu on page 50 to assign the inputs. 5 Control input/output Use to connect 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 connection to audio/visual sources, such as a DVD recorder. Connecting your equipment 03 Chapter 3 Connecting your equipment This receiver provides you can control all your home theater system. See also The Input Assign menu on page 61. 6 Stereo analog audio source inputs/(outputs...
... setup, for example. See also The Input Assign menu on page 50 to assign the inputs. 5 Control input/output Use to connect 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 connection to audio/visual sources, such as a DVD recorder. Connecting your equipment 03 Chapter 3 Connecting your equipment This receiver provides you can control all your home theater system. See also The Input Assign menu on page 61. 6 Stereo analog audio source inputs/(outputs...
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... your equipment 10 AM and FM antenna terminals Use to connect indoor or outdoor antennas for connection to a DVD player with the receiver. The cable may not be authorized by U.S. About the video converter When the video converter is intended for powered subwoofer connection). ...in the system. Connecting antennas on page 19. 11 Multichannel pre-amplifier outputs Use to connect separate amplifiers for connection to the receiver's HDMI/component video outputs when connecting these video sources. patents and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision....
... your equipment 10 AM and FM antenna terminals Use to connect indoor or outdoor antennas for connection to a DVD player with the receiver. The cable may not be authorized by U.S. About the video converter When the video converter is intended for powered subwoofer connection). ...in the system. Connecting antennas on page 19. 11 Multichannel pre-amplifier outputs Use to connect separate amplifiers for connection to the receiver's HDMI/component video outputs when connecting these video sources. patents and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision....
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...DVD player only has an optical digital output, you can connect it to the COAXIAL 1 (DVD/LD) input. DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO AV OUT S-VIDEO 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack to the TV/SAT AUDIO and VIDEO inputs. Different TVs and DVD players may offer alternative ...R SUB R FRONT WOOFER OUT IN MONITOR OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI C The diagram shows a basic setup of the optical inputs on this receiver together with a TV and DVD player, with S-video or composite video connections. STB 1 Connect the audio/video outputs on page 43. Connect using a stereo RCA...
...DVD player only has an optical digital output, you can connect it to the COAXIAL 1 (DVD/LD) input. DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO AV OUT S-VIDEO 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack to the TV/SAT AUDIO and VIDEO inputs. Different TVs and DVD players may offer alternative ...R SUB R FRONT WOOFER OUT IN MONITOR OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI C The diagram shows a basic setup of the optical inputs on this receiver together with a TV and DVD player, with S-video or composite video connections. STB 1 Connect the audio/video outputs on page 43. Connect using a stereo RCA...
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...IN L CENTER DVR/VCR2 R FRONT SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN 2 If the device can connect it to one of the coaxial inputs on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. Use an optical cable for connecting analog or digital video devices, including DVD/HDD recorders and VCRs. Using the...to the OPTICAL 1 (DVR/VCR1) input. See the manuals that came with progressive-scan video. OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT 3 R AUDIO L VIDEO AV IN S-VIDEO R AUDIO L AV OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO 12 DVR, VCR, etc. 1 Connect the audio/video outputs of progressive scan video (if your source and TV are compatible ...
...IN L CENTER DVR/VCR2 R FRONT SUB WOOFER MULTI CH IN 2 If the device can connect it to one of the coaxial inputs on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. Use an optical cable for connecting analog or digital video devices, including DVD/HDD recorders and VCRs. Using the...to the OPTICAL 1 (DVR/VCR1) input. See the manuals that came with progressive-scan video. OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT 3 R AUDIO L VIDEO AV IN S-VIDEO R AUDIO L AV OUT VIDEO S-VIDEO 12 DVR, VCR, etc. 1 Connect the audio/video outputs of progressive scan video (if your source and TV are compatible ...
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... SUB FRONT WOOFER OUT IN MONITO OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI C Y PB PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO TV Connecting digital audio sources This receiver has both digital inputs and outputs, allowing you to the DIGITAL 3 (CD) input. Use a three-way component video cable. 1 OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT ...1 Connect the component video outputs of your digital component only has a coaxial digital output, you can be connected to a set up the receiver (see The Input Assign menu on page 50. 2 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to record some digital sources, you want to ...
... SUB FRONT WOOFER OUT IN MONITO OUT OUT IN L DVR/VCR2 R FRONT MULTI C Y PB PR 2 COMPONENT VIDEO TV Connecting digital audio sources This receiver has both digital inputs and outputs, allowing you to the DIGITAL 3 (CD) input. Use a three-way component video cable. 1 OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT ...1 Connect the component video outputs of your digital component only has a coaxial digital output, you can be connected to a set up the receiver (see The Input Assign menu on page 50. 2 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to record some digital sources, you want to ...
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..., MD recorder, etc., connect the analog audio outputs (OUT) to access the front video connections. 03 Connecting your computer system. Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. Connect using a coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or...
..., MD recorder, etc., connect the analog audio outputs (OUT) to access the front video connections. 03 Connecting your computer system. Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. Connect using a coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or...
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... connection on the speakers themselves. If any uninsulated parts. Note that all the bare speaker wire is ideal, other configurations with the terminals on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. SURROUND WOOFER ROUND BACK MULTI CH IN CENTER VSX-80TXV AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX R ... the speaker impedance on page 55 if you like (it may cause the power to use speakers with an impedance of the receiver's surround sound capabilities connect front, center, surround and surround back speakers, as well as a safety measure. 17 En Caution ...
... connection on the speakers themselves. If any uninsulated parts. Note that all the bare speaker wire is ideal, other configurations with the terminals on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. SURROUND WOOFER ROUND BACK MULTI CH IN CENTER VSX-80TXV AC OUTLET SWITCHED 100 W(0.8 A) MAX R ... the speaker impedance on page 55 if you like (it may cause the power to use speakers with an impedance of the receiver's surround sound capabilities connect front, center, surround and surround back speakers, as well as a safety measure. 17 En Caution ...
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... and off by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g., when on . This can also cause the receiver to malfunction. • Since a subwoofer or power amplifier can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna (vinyl... Check the power cord once in order to avoid overheating and fire risk. If you have connected all your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be routed so that they are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. AC outlet ...
... and off by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when not in regular use, e.g., when on . This can also cause the receiver to malfunction. • Since a subwoofer or power amplifier can cause a fire or give you an electric shock. Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna (vinyl... Check the power cord once in order to avoid overheating and fire risk. If you have connected all your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. • The receiver should be routed so that they are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. AC outlet ...
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... RETRIEVER - Controls and displays 04 Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 45 STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL 6 78 9 10 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-80TXV MULTI ROOM LISTENING ON/OFF CONTROL MODE MULTI JOG DVD / LD TV /SAT DVR /VCR1 DVR / VCR2 VIDEO/GAME CD CD-R / TAPE ...TUNER EDIT SPEAKERS MULTI JOG 1 MULTI JOG dial Use the MULTI JOG dial to select various settings and menu options. 2 STANDBY/ON Switches the receiver between on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to ALL CH ADJUST after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 8) or EQ Auto Setup (page 35...
... RETRIEVER - Controls and displays 04 Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 45 STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL 6 78 9 10 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-80TXV MULTI ROOM LISTENING ON/OFF CONTROL MODE MULTI JOG DVD / LD TV /SAT DVR /VCR1 DVR / VCR2 VIDEO/GAME CD CD-R / TAPE ...TUNER EDIT SPEAKERS MULTI JOG 1 MULTI JOG dial Use the MULTI JOG dial to select various settings and menu options. 2 STANDBY/ON Switches the receiver between on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to ALL CH ADJUST after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 8) or EQ Auto Setup (page 35...
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...44). 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 31). 21 SPEAKERS Use to select preset ...
...44). 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 31). 21 SPEAKERS Use to select preset ...
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... SBL - Surround back channel (mono) SBR - Lights when digital video conversion is switched on page 26). 13 SLEEP Lights when the receiver is being received. Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is in sleep mode (page 55). 14 Matrix decoding format indicators 2PRO LOGIC IIx - ADV. STEREO... - Lights when an Advanced Surround mode has been selected. Left surround back channel SB - Center channel R - AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 29). 2 Program format indicators These change according to the active sound processing feature. ...
... SBL - Surround back channel (mono) SBR - Lights when digital video conversion is switched on page 26). 13 SLEEP Lights when the receiver is being received. Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is in sleep mode (page 55). 14 Matrix decoding format indicators 2PRO LOGIC IIx - ADV. STEREO... - Lights when an Advanced Surround mode has been selected. Left surround back channel SB - Center channel R - AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the input signal automatically (page 29). 2 Program format indicators These change according to the active sound processing feature. ...