Owner's Manual
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... and, most out of your equipment by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound, so what 's around you. • Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in Your Hands Get the most importantly, without distortion. •... appliances such as long-term use for general household purposes. Over time, your hearing adapts. a level that you have established a comfortable sound level, set the dial and leave it comfortably and clearly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. the use in many areas. D36-AP9-1_A1_En...
... and, most out of your equipment by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound, so what 's around you. • Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in Your Hands Get the most importantly, without distortion. •... appliances such as long-term use for general household purposes. Over time, your hearing adapts. a level that you have established a comfortable sound level, set the dial and leave it comfortably and clearly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. the use in many areas. D36-AP9-1_A1_En...
Owner's Manual
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...Remote Setup menu 63 Operating multiple receivers 63 Setting the remote to a wireless LAN 29 Connecting an IR receiver 30 Operating other Pioneer components with different input signal formats 97 Glossary 98 Features index 101 Specifications 102 Preset code list 103 Please read through these operating... 53 HDMI Setup 53 Before using synchronization 54 About synchronized operations 54 Setting the PQLS function 54 About Auto Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link 55 Cautions on and off using the 12 volt trigger 31 Plugging in the receiver 31 04 Basic Setup Changing the...
...Remote Setup menu 63 Operating multiple receivers 63 Setting the remote to a wireless LAN 29 Connecting an IR receiver 30 Operating other Pioneer components with different input signal formats 97 Glossary 98 Features index 101 Specifications 102 Preset code list 103 Please read through these operating... 53 HDMI Setup 53 Before using synchronization 54 About synchronized operations 54 Setting the PQLS function 54 About Auto Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link 55 Cautions on and off using the 12 volt trigger 31 Plugging in the receiver 31 04 Basic Setup Changing the...
Owner's Manual
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... on page 27 ! Using the various listening modes (page 43) ! Loading the batteries on /off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 56) ! Switching on page 7 j 2 Determining the speakers' application (page 13) ! [A] 9.2...& Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! [G] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone) SC-57 only: ! [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection ! [I] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection (High quality ...
... on page 27 ! Using the various listening modes (page 43) ! Loading the batteries on /off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement (page 56) ! Switching on page 7 j 2 Determining the speakers' application (page 13) ! [A] 9.2...& Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! [G] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone) SC-57 only: ! [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection ! [I] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection (High quality ...
Owner's Manual
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...Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible Adding a pair of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ. iPod cable ! This new generation reference amplifier offers outstanding performance with high sound quality and reproduces the latest in no time. % Bluetooth compatible Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) lets you 've received...% SIRIUS Ready With the SIRIUS Radio terminal, you'll be changed or discontinued without notice. % iControlAV2 Remote Control App compatible The SC-57 and SC-55 are compatible with Pioneer's exclusive Air Jam application. FM wire antenna ! CD-ROM (AVNavigator) !
...Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible Adding a pair of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ. iPod cable ! This new generation reference amplifier offers outstanding performance with high sound quality and reproduces the latest in no time. % Bluetooth compatible Using the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS-BT200) lets you 've received...% SIRIUS Ready With the SIRIUS Radio terminal, you'll be changed or discontinued without notice. % iControlAV2 Remote Control App compatible The SC-57 and SC-55 are compatible with Pioneer's exclusive Air Jam application. FM wire antenna ! CD-ROM (AVNavigator) !
Owner's Manual
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...it on the screen to the "License Agreement" displayed when installing AVNavigator. in extremely hot or cold areas - Batteries with the sound. - The receiver is granted under license by following the instructions on a level and stable surface. ! High precision initial settings ...other entities described herein are also other browsers, some functions may not appear properly. in the battery case. ! In addition, PIONEER CORPORATION is for AVNavigator functions. on the browser's settings, some functions may have different voltages. in dialog fashion. Never use...
...it on the screen to the "License Agreement" displayed when installing AVNavigator. in extremely hot or cold areas - Batteries with the sound. - The receiver is granted under license by following the instructions on a level and stable surface. ! High precision initial settings ...other entities described herein are also other browsers, some functions may not appear properly. in the battery case. ! In addition, PIONEER CORPORATION is for AVNavigator functions. on the browser's settings, some functions may have different voltages. in dialog fashion. Never use...
Owner's Manual
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... making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 63). 4 Input function buttons Press to select control of your surround sound system (see page 69) and the Audio or Video options (page 56 or 58). 9 Receiver Control buttons Press first to select an input...white commands). Blue - Use INPUT SELECT c/ d to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 8 i/j/k/l/ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up surround sound. 14 MASTER VOLUME +/- AUDIO PARAMETER - Press to select the input function (page 36). 5 TV CTRL Set the preset code of other components (page 63...
... making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 63). 4 Input function buttons Press to select control of your surround sound system (see page 69) and the Audio or Video options (page 56 or 58). 9 Receiver Control buttons Press first to select an input...white commands). Blue - Use INPUT SELECT c/ d to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 8 i/j/k/l/ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up surround sound. 14 MASTER VOLUME +/- AUDIO PARAMETER - Press to select the input function (page 36). 5 TV CTRL Set the preset code of other components (page 63...
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...decoding. ! This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 43). 19 S.RTRV Lights when the Auto Sound Retriever function is active (page 56). 20 Character display Displays various system information. 21 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the current speaker... system using MPX. 11 Lights when the sound is muted. 12 SOUND Lights when the DIALOG E (Dialog Enhancement) or TONE (tone controls) features is switched on (page 43). ! DSD PCM -...
...decoding. ! This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro Logic IIx decoding (page 43). 19 S.RTRV Lights when the Auto Sound Retriever function is active (page 56). 20 Character display Displays various system information. 21 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the current speaker... system using MPX. 11 Lights when the sound is muted. 12 SOUND Lights when the DIALOG E (Dialog Enhancement) or TONE (tone controls) features is switched on (page 43). ! DSD PCM -...
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... "off" (nothing displayed) is connected (page 23). ! When the headphones are connected, there is set to connect headphones. En 11 Lights when EQ is no sound output from the speakers. 19 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 32). 20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals Use to...
... "off" (nothing displayed) is connected (page 23). ! When the headphones are connected, there is set to connect headphones. En 11 Lights when EQ is no sound output from the speakers. 19 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect the supplied microphone (page 32). 20 iPod iPhone iPad USB terminals Use to...
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...connections shown below other than [A] (see Speaker system setting on page 17 . ! Be sure to connect speakers to produce sound simultaneously from the two subwoofers. Use the SPEAKERS button to only connect one speaker layout/usage pattern before connecting the speakers. This... surround system produces a more powerful sound reproduction. The speakers from above. Connecting your speaker system on page 76 ). ! For instructions on connections, see Switching the speaker...
...connections shown below other than [A] (see Speaker system setting on page 17 . ! Be sure to connect speakers to produce sound simultaneously from the two subwoofers. Use the SPEAKERS button to only connect one speaker layout/usage pattern before connecting the speakers. This... surround system produces a more powerful sound reproduction. The speakers from above. Connecting your speaker system on page 76 ). ! For instructions on connections, see Switching the speaker...
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...connection (High quality surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! The B speakers can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on the B speakers. Speaker System setting: 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp With...Speaker System setting: 5.1ch Bi-Amp + ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in the main zone. Speaker System setting: 7....L ZONE 3 ZONE 2 Sub zone [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection SC-57 only !
...connection (High quality surround) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! The B speakers can simultaneously enjoy 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on the B speakers. Speaker System setting: 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp With...Speaker System setting: 5.1ch Bi-Amp + ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 7.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in the main zone. Speaker System setting: 7....L ZONE 3 ZONE 2 Sub zone [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection SC-57 only !
Owner's Manual
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... with 5.2-channel surround sound. En 15 Front Bi-Amp SR SL [I] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) SC-57 only ! The subwoofer can be sure to 3 m (6 ft. to connect only one surround back speaker, place it directly behind... the listener than 5.2 speakers (except front left/right speakers). ! Surround and surround back speakers should help you the best sound experience when using...
... with 5.2-channel surround sound. En 15 Front Bi-Amp SR SL [I] 5.2 channel surround system & Front and Surround Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) SC-57 only ! The subwoofer can be sure to 3 m (6 ft. to connect only one surround back speaker, place it directly behind... the listener than 5.2 speakers (except front left/right speakers). ! Surround and surround back speakers should help you the best sound experience when using...
Owner's Manual
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... Bare wire connections CAUTION Make sure that came with your speaker manual for better crossover performance. Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to connect the subwoofer. Bi-wiring your speakers to the Low terminals. In this (having separate terminals for biamping. Don't connect..., disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts. ! These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of damage or injury resulting from speakers being knocked over or falling in .) Note ! ...
... Bare wire connections CAUTION Make sure that came with your speaker manual for better crossover performance. Connecting two subwoofers increases the bass sound to connect the subwoofer. Bi-wiring your speakers to the Low terminals. In this (having separate terminals for biamping. Don't connect..., disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts. ! These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the risk of damage or injury resulting from speakers being knocked over or falling in .) Note ! ...
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... gives priority to this case, try adjusting the resolution settings on page 53 ) Note ! The signal input resolutions that is not compatible with TV monitor Sound signal priority High picture quality Types of Rovi Corporation. patents and other than a High Speed HDMI® cable is not a malfunction. ! Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital...
... gives priority to this case, try adjusting the resolution settings on page 53 ) Note ! The signal input resolutions that is not compatible with TV monitor Sound signal priority High picture quality Types of Rovi Corporation. patents and other than a High Speed HDMI® cable is not a malfunction. ! Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital...
Owner's Manual
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... 2 (OUTPUT 12 V (OUTPUT 5 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) EXTENSION 150 mA MAX) CONTROL 12VTRIGGER This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of a TV (with HDMI input) and DVD player (or other than HDMI connections are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC... (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is no HDMI output) to this receiver using a commercially available HDMI cable. If the TV and playback components support the Control...
... 2 (OUTPUT 12 V (OUTPUT 5 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) EXTENSION 150 mA MAX) CONTROL 12VTRIGGER This connection is required in order to listen to the sound of a TV (with HDMI input) and DVD player (or other than HDMI connections are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC... (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is no HDMI output) to this receiver using a commercially available HDMI cable. If the TV and playback components support the Control...
Owner's Manual
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... menu on the receiver. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you want to listen to the sound of audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for playback only) (page 60). ! Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your HDD/DVD recorder, BD...
... menu on the receiver. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you want to listen to the sound of audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for playback only) (page 60). ! Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your HDD/DVD recorder, BD...
Owner's Manual
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...) UNBAL 75 SPEAKERS 1 UT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) ONTROL 12VTRIGGER ! 03 Connecting your equipment Connecting the multichannel analog inputs SC-57 only For DVD Audio and SACD playback, your DVD player may have 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 channel analog outputs (depending on page 74 ) to LARGE... 's possible to add additional amplifiers to the receiver. You can be downmixed. 26 En Connecting additional amplifiers This receiver has more powerful sound reproduction. In this case plug the amplifier into the left (SURROUND BACK L (Single)) terminal only. ! To use a 5.1-channel ...
...) UNBAL 75 SPEAKERS 1 UT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) ONTROL 12VTRIGGER ! 03 Connecting your equipment Connecting the multichannel analog inputs SC-57 only For DVD Audio and SACD playback, your DVD player may have 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 channel analog outputs (depending on page 74 ) to LARGE... 's possible to add additional amplifiers to the receiver. You can be downmixed. 26 En Connecting additional amplifiers This receiver has more powerful sound reproduction. In this case plug the amplifier into the left (SURROUND BACK L (Single)) terminal only. ! To use a 5.1-channel ...
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... you are two primary sub zone setups possible with screws (fig. Connecting your needs, the same source can also be used. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Determining the speakers' application on your equipment 03 Connecting AM/FM antennas Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM...
... you are two primary sub zone setups possible with screws (fig. Connecting your needs, the same source can also be used. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Determining the speakers' application on your equipment 03 Connecting AM/FM antennas Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM...
Owner's Manual
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...- By performing the Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure, the frequency-phase characteristics of THX Ltd. The test tones used for storing surround sound settings for the MCACC preset you connected this is selected and ENTER is selected for both before the Full Auto MCACC Setup. Make... settings and equalization for when English is pressed, the speaker system selection screen appears. The setting is adjusted. ! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) The Full Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of test tones to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on...
...- By performing the Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure, the frequency-phase characteristics of THX Ltd. The test tones used for storing surround sound settings for the MCACC preset you connected this is selected and ENTER is selected for both before the Full Auto MCACC Setup. Make... settings and equalization for when English is pressed, the speaker system selection screen appears. The setting is adjusted. ! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) The Full Auto MCACC Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of test tones to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on...
Owner's Manual
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... receiver upon completion of the speakers and viewing environment, we recommend adjusting the settings manually. The subwoofer distance setting may be a problem, you excellent surround sound from the microphone) the final settings may be farther than the front speakers are any instructions showing in the Full Auto MCACC Setup should be...
... receiver upon completion of the speakers and viewing environment, we recommend adjusting the settings manually. The subwoofer distance setting may be a problem, you excellent surround sound from the microphone) the final settings may be farther than the front speakers are any instructions showing in the Full Auto MCACC Setup should be...
Owner's Manual
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... to ON, assignments cannot be associated with the (main or sub) zone specified. - You can be selected for easier identification. b SC-57 only Operation Mode Setup This receiver is restricted, and functions whose operations are restricted are skipped (not displayed). The number of operable...the current menu. 2 Select 'System Setup' from the Home Menu. 3 Select 'Input Setup' from (or in addition to achieve the Pioneer-recommended sound and picture quality. Basic - Input Skip Inputs not being used are automatically set to change the DVD input function's Digital In setting from...
... to ON, assignments cannot be associated with the (main or sub) zone specified. - You can be selected for easier identification. b SC-57 only Operation Mode Setup This receiver is restricted, and functions whose operations are restricted are skipped (not displayed). The number of operable...the current menu. 2 Select 'System Setup' from the Home Menu. 3 Select 'Input Setup' from (or in addition to achieve the Pioneer-recommended sound and picture quality. Basic - Input Skip Inputs not being used are automatically set to change the DVD input function's Digital In setting from...