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... RECEIVER VSX-1018AH-K 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...
... RECEIVER VSX-1018AH-K 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...
Owner's Manual
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...equipment off and on vacation). D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En STANDBY/ON WARNING To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any interference received, including interference that the power cord can be determined by operating the equipment on a circuit different from that interference ...interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is subject to unplug it from the AC outlet in a particular installation. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-1018AH-K Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. Cet appareil numé...
...equipment off and on vacation). D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En STANDBY/ON WARNING To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any interference received, including interference that the power cord can be determined by operating the equipment on a circuit different from that interference ...interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is subject to unplug it from the AC outlet in a particular installation. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-1018AH-K Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. Cet appareil numé...
Owner's Manual
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... and AV devices such as video game units) have resolutions that may result in Setting the Audio options on page 71 to THROUGH if you want to hear HDMI audio output from this receiver). • If the video signal does not appear on your TV or flat panel TV, try adjusting the... IN OUT IN OUT DVD AUDIO IN TV SAT IN DVR1 OUT IN L DVR OUT R MULTI CH IN SPEA A FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER VSX-1018AH HDMI/DVI-equipped component HDMI OUT 1 Use an HDMI cable to connect one specification. You can also perform the same operation by using the INPUT...
... and AV devices such as video game units) have resolutions that may result in Setting the Audio options on page 71 to THROUGH if you want to hear HDMI audio output from this receiver). • If the video signal does not appear on your TV or flat panel TV, try adjusting the... IN OUT IN OUT DVD AUDIO IN TV SAT IN DVR1 OUT IN L DVR OUT R MULTI CH IN SPEA A FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER VSX-1018AH HDMI/DVI-equipped component HDMI OUT 1 Use an HDMI cable to connect one specification. You can also perform the same operation by using the INPUT...
Owner's Manual
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...'ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the player to (see Using XM Radio on page 54. 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack to a video input on your Blu-ray disc player VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV... setup of the optical inputs on your DVD player to the COAXIAL IN 1 (DVD) input. Note 1 If your TV and DVD player VIDEO IN TV 1 VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- IN TROL OUT IN 2 (DVR1) IN 2 ASSIGNABLE...
...'ll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the player to (see Using XM Radio on page 54. 1 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack to a video input on your Blu-ray disc player VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV... setup of the optical inputs on your DVD player to the COAXIAL IN 1 (DVD) input. Note 1 If your TV and DVD player VIDEO IN TV 1 VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- IN TROL OUT IN 2 (DVR1) IN 2 ASSIGNABLE...
Owner's Manual
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...for the video connection. • For a second recorder, use the DVR2 OUT outputs. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set -top boxes'. VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN...IN OUT R MULTI CH IN SPEAKERS FRONT AR L FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO AV OUT STB 1 Connect the audio/video outputs on this step. 18 En VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1...
...for the video connection. • For a second recorder, use the DVR2 OUT outputs. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set -top boxes'. VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN...IN OUT R MULTI CH IN SPEAKERS FRONT AR L FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER DIGITAL OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO AV OUT STB 1 Connect the audio/video outputs on this step. 18 En VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1...
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... both compatible), which input you connected the recorder to record, you want to tell the receiver which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- ...L (Single) Y PB PR 1 COMPONENT VIDEO SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI VSX-1018AH 1 Connect the component video outputs of your source to a set up the receiver you can also take advantage of ASSIGNABLE COMPONENT VIDEO inputs. After connecting everything, you'll need to ...
... both compatible), which input you connected the recorder to record, you want to tell the receiver which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- ...L (Single) Y PB PR 1 COMPONENT VIDEO SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI VSX-1018AH 1 Connect the component video outputs of your source to a set up the receiver you can also take advantage of ASSIGNABLE COMPONENT VIDEO inputs. After connecting everything, you'll need to ...
Owner's Manual
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... a coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to a WMA9 Pro-compatible player. Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. Note 1 • If your digital component to the COAXIAL IN 2 ...; Windows Media and the Windows logo are especially convenient for any spare digital audio inputs on this receiver using an optical cable. Note that WMA9 Pro 96 kHz sources will be downsampled to the front .../ A.L.C. SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI VSX-1018AH OUT PLAY IN REC R L AUDIO IN/OUT Tape deck, etc.
... a coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to a WMA9 Pro-compatible player. Connecting analog audio sources This receiver features two stereo audio-only inputs. Note 1 • If your digital component to the COAXIAL IN 2 ...; Windows Media and the Windows logo are especially convenient for any spare digital audio inputs on this receiver using an optical cable. Note that WMA9 Pro 96 kHz sources will be downsampled to the front .../ A.L.C. SELECTABLE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SELECTABLE VOIR LE MODE D'EMPLOI VSX-1018AH OUT PLAY IN REC R L AUDIO IN/OUT Tape deck, etc.
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...937;). To prevent the risk of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any of the receiver's surround sound capabilities connect front, center, surround and surround back speakers, as well as a subwoofer.1 Although this is twisted together and... OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- IN TROL OUT IN 2 (DVR1) IN 2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 OUT IR ZONE2 IN OUT DIGITAL VSX-1018AH VIDEO IN OUT COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 MONITOR OUT ANTENNA Y MONITOR IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT PB FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP DVD...
...937;). To prevent the risk of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any of the receiver's surround sound capabilities connect front, center, surround and surround back speakers, as well as a subwoofer.1 Although this is twisted together and... OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- IN TROL OUT IN 2 (DVR1) IN 2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 OUT IR ZONE2 IN OUT DIGITAL VSX-1018AH VIDEO IN OUT COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 MONITOR OUT ANTENNA Y MONITOR IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT PB FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP DVD...
Owner's Manual
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...panel inputs on (page 12). Controls and displays 04 Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 4 56 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI DVD BD TV SAT DVR 1/DVR 2 VIDEO HDMI...when one of remote control unit on , or when listening through the multichannel analog inputs). HDMI indicator - Power indicator lights when the receiver is on page 26). 4 PHASE CONTROL indicator - Lights to connect your Apple iPod as an audio source (page 51), or connect...
...panel inputs on (page 12). Controls and displays 04 Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel 12 3 4 56 AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI DVD BD TV SAT DVR 1/DVR 2 VIDEO HDMI...when one of remote control unit on , or when listening through the multichannel analog inputs). HDMI indicator - Power indicator lights when the receiver is on page 26). 4 PHASE CONTROL indicator - Lights to connect your Apple iPod as an audio source (page 51), or connect...
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...MCACC SETUP MIC USB cable (for iPod connection) VSX-1018AH iPod MENU Connecting your iPod directly. Please be the last connection you make with this receiver. 3 • The controls of your iPod. 51 En Connecting an iPod This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that some models. However... the iPod.3 • If after pressing iPod USB the display shows No Device, try switching off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from...
...MCACC SETUP MIC USB cable (for iPod connection) VSX-1018AH iPod MENU Connecting your iPod directly. Please be the last connection you make with this receiver. 3 • The controls of your iPod. 51 En Connecting an iPod This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that some models. However... the iPod.3 • If after pressing iPod USB the display shows No Device, try switching off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded material resulting from...
Owner's Manual
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...of iTunes® may need to move the XM MiniTuner antenna near a window (the southernmost window should produce the best results). This receiver plays back AAC files encoded by Microsoft Corporation. Apple and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in some versions of commercial-free ...MULTI CH IN SPEAKERS FRONT AR FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER VSX-1018AH SATELLiTE RADiO SATELLiTE RADiO XM Mini-Tuner 1 Connect an XM Mini-Tuner to the XM IN jack on the box indicates that this receiver. Bit rates: 16 kbps to 320 kbps (128 kbps or higher recommended...
...of iTunes® may need to move the XM MiniTuner antenna near a window (the southernmost window should produce the best results). This receiver plays back AAC files encoded by Microsoft Corporation. Apple and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in some versions of commercial-free ...MULTI CH IN SPEAKERS FRONT AR FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER VSX-1018AH SATELLiTE RADiO SATELLiTE RADiO XM Mini-Tuner 1 Connect an XM Mini-Tuner to the XM IN jack on the box indicates that this receiver. Bit rates: 16 kbps to 320 kbps (128 kbps or higher recommended...
Owner's Manual
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... "http://www.sirius.com" sirius.com for subscribers with all your saved song information (See Tip above ). 2 You can , however, use this receiver. IN TROL OUT IN 2 (DVR1) IN 2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 OUT IR ZONE2 IN OUT DIGITAL VIDEO IN OU MONITOR IN OUT IN OUT... / to select channels and navigate categories using the onscreen display.3 The information displayed is available in the US for your SiriusConnect™ tuner.1 VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- Required ...
... "http://www.sirius.com" sirius.com for subscribers with all your saved song information (See Tip above ). 2 You can , however, use this receiver. IN TROL OUT IN 2 (DVR1) IN 2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 ASSIGNABLE 1-2 OUT IR ZONE2 IN OUT DIGITAL VIDEO IN OU MONITOR IN OUT IN OUT... / to select channels and navigate categories using the onscreen display.3 The information displayed is available in the US for your SiriusConnect™ tuner.1 VSX-1018AH HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- Required ...
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... Bi-Amp, the button will not be heard. The options below for surround sound playback.1 SIRIUS iPod USB MULTI CH IN AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH GITAL IN ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI SAT DVR 1/DVR 2 VIDEO HDMI 1/HDMI 2 CD/CD-R FM /AM XM /SIRIUS iPod USB...
... Bi-Amp, the button will not be heard. The options below for surround sound playback.1 SIRIUS iPod USB MULTI CH IN AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH GITAL IN ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI SAT DVR 1/DVR 2 VIDEO HDMI 1/HDMI 2 CD/CD-R FM /AM XM /SIRIUS iPod USB...
Owner's Manual
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... independent power (the main zone power can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls. MULTI-ZONE listening This receiver can be used. An example MULTI-ZONE setup is possible to make these connections if you have configured the Surround back... INPUT L R ANALOG INPUT L R ANALOG INPUT Front channel amplifier Center channel amplifier (mono) Surround channel amplifier Surround back channel amplifier Powered subwoofer VSX-1018AH • You can , however, use sound controls (such as well. Make the connections shown below . Making MULTI-ZONE connections It is shown...
... independent power (the main zone power can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls. MULTI-ZONE listening This receiver can be used. An example MULTI-ZONE setup is possible to make these connections if you have configured the Surround back... INPUT L R ANALOG INPUT L R ANALOG INPUT Front channel amplifier Center channel amplifier (mono) Surround channel amplifier Surround back channel amplifier Powered subwoofer VSX-1018AH • You can , however, use sound controls (such as well. Make the connections shown below . Making MULTI-ZONE connections It is shown...
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... setting on the rear of speakers attached to adjust the sub zone volume and select sources. INPUT SELECTOR AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI DVD BD TV SAT DVR 1/DVR 2 VIDEO HDMI ...SOUND STANDARD ADVANCED STREAM DIRECT RETRIEVER SURROUND SURROUND STEREO/ A.L.C. a.• With the MULTI CH IN input, sound is possible. Sub zone Main zone VSX-1018AH OUT COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 MONITOR OUT Y OR ANTENNA PB FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP S ZONE 2 OUT IN OUT ...
... setting on the rear of speakers attached to adjust the sub zone volume and select sources. INPUT SELECTOR AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI DVD BD TV SAT DVR 1/DVR 2 VIDEO HDMI ...SOUND STANDARD ADVANCED STREAM DIRECT RETRIEVER SURROUND SURROUND STEREO/ A.L.C. a.• With the MULTI CH IN input, sound is possible. Sub zone Main zone VSX-1018AH OUT COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 MONITOR OUT Y OR ANTENNA PB FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP S ZONE 2 OUT IN OUT ...
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...AR FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER Important • You can't use the SR+ features (page 65). • If you connect to a Pioneer flat panel TV using the remote control if you switch the flat panel TV off. • Before you can use the extra SR+ features, you... need to point the remote control at the flat panel TV remote sensor to control the receiver. DVD AUDIO IN TV SAT AUDIO IN INPUT SELECTOR AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI DVD BD TV SAT DVR...
...AR FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER Important • You can't use the SR+ features (page 65). • If you connect to a Pioneer flat panel TV using the remote control if you switch the flat panel TV off. • Before you can use the extra SR+ features, you... need to point the remote control at the flat panel TV remote sensor to control the receiver. DVD AUDIO IN TV SAT AUDIO IN INPUT SELECTOR AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-1018AH STANDBY/ON PHASE CONTROL ADVANCED MCACC DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING DIGITAL VIDEO SCALER HDMI DVD BD TV SAT DVR...
Owner's Manual
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...OUT IN L DVR OUT R MULTI CH IN SPEA A FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER VSX-1018AH HDMI-equipped component HDMI OUT Setting the HDMI options You must adjust the settings of this receiver as well as HDMI Control-compatible connected components in order to switch the power off and disconnect... panel TV HDMI IN DIGITAL OUT AV OUT R AUDIO L HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- Setting the HDMI Control mode Choose whether to three other than those made by Pioneer, put this setting to the audio...
...OUT IN L DVR OUT R MULTI CH IN SPEA A FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L R SUBWOOFER VSX-1018AH HDMI-equipped component HDMI OUT Setting the HDMI options You must adjust the settings of this receiver as well as HDMI Control-compatible connected components in order to switch the power off and disconnect... panel TV HDMI IN DIGITAL OUT AV OUT R AUDIO L HDMI COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE 1 - 2 OUT IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (CD) XM IN OPTICAL IN 1 IN 1 (TV SAT) CON- Setting the HDMI Control mode Choose whether to three other than those made by Pioneer, put this setting to the audio...
Owner's Manual
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...MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE listening on the source. • +10dB - Use this setting if you've connected a fully integrated amplifier (such as another Pioneer VSX receiver) in the sub room and want . • 0dB - SR+ Setup d . SR+ Setup d . OSD Adjustment :Return 7b.ZONE Audio Setup ...Control Setup e . ZONE Audio Setup c . OSD Adjustment :Return 2 Select the 'SW Input Gain' setting you 're finished, press RETURN. Use this receiver's controls to find the correct level. 3 When you're finished, press RETURN. Multi Ch In Setup b . Other Settings 10 Multi Channel Input Setup ...
...MULTI-ZONE connections (see MULTIZONE listening on the source. • +10dB - Use this setting if you've connected a fully integrated amplifier (such as another Pioneer VSX receiver) in the sub room and want . • 0dB - SR+ Setup d . SR+ Setup d . OSD Adjustment :Return 7b.ZONE Audio Setup ...Control Setup e . ZONE Audio Setup c . OSD Adjustment :Return 2 Select the 'SW Input Gain' setting you 're finished, press RETURN. Use this receiver's controls to find the correct level. 3 When you're finished, press RETURN. Multi Ch In Setup b . Other Settings 10 Multi Channel Input Setup ...