Owner's Manual
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...pursuant to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in any ventilation openings. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to ...-10-2_A1_En WARNING: Handling the cord on this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. - NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. less than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that the power cord can...
...pursuant to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in any ventilation openings. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to ...-10-2_A1_En WARNING: Handling the cord on this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. - NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. less than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that the power cord can...
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... to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. the use of Your Ears is illegal in Your Hands Get the most importantly,... SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. DO NOT TOUCH. D41-6-4_A1_En SC-79 only FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. Product Name: AV Receiver Model Number: SC-79 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. DOMINGUEZ ST. Phone: 1-800-421-...
... to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. the use of Your Ears is illegal in Your Hands Get the most importantly,... SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. DO NOT TOUCH. D41-6-4_A1_En SC-79 only FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. Product Name: AV Receiver Model Number: SC-79 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. DOMINGUEZ ST. Phone: 1-800-421-...
Owner's Manual
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... components on the Control with HDMI function...75 09 Using other functions Setting the Audio options...77 Setting the Video options...79 Switching the speaker terminals...81 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls...81 Making an audio or a video recording...82 Network settings from...Playing music from a computer...56 Listening to the radio...56 Bluetooth ADAPTER for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you start Checking what's in the box...8 Our philosophy...8 Features...8 Installing the receiver...10 Loading the batteries...10 Operating range of playback using the listening modes 61 Selecting ...
... components on the Control with HDMI function...75 09 Using other functions Setting the Audio options...77 Setting the Video options...79 Switching the speaker terminals...81 Using the MULTI-ZONE controls...81 Making an audio or a video recording...82 Network settings from...Playing music from a computer...56 Listening to the radio...56 Bluetooth ADAPTER for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you start Checking what's in the box...8 Our philosophy...8 Features...8 Installing the receiver...10 Loading the batteries...10 Operating range of playback using the listening modes 61 Selecting ...
Owner's Manual
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... and DISCRETE ON (Discrete On) functions 88 Resetting the remote control settings...89 Controlling components...89 11 The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu 93 Automatic MCACC (Expert)...93 Manual MCACC setup...95 Checking MCACC Data...98 Data Management...99 14 ... unit...126 Glossary...127 Features index...130 Specifications...131 Preset code list...132 12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 101 Manual speaker setup...101 Network Setup menu...104 Checking the Network Information...105 MHL Setup......
... and DISCRETE ON (Discrete On) functions 88 Resetting the remote control settings...89 Controlling components...89 11 The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu 93 Automatic MCACC (Expert)...93 Manual MCACC setup...95 Checking MCACC Data...98 Data Management...99 14 ... unit...126 Glossary...127 Features index...130 Specifications...131 Preset code list...132 12 The System Setup and Other Setup menus Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 101 Manual speaker setup...101 Network Setup menu...104 Checking the Network Information...105 MHL Setup......
Owner's Manual
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... the speakers on page 24 j 4 Connecting the components ! Bi-amping your speakers on page 23 ! Setting the Video options (page 79) j 12 Other optional adjustments and settings ! Setting the Audio options (page 77) ! Flow of settings on page 45 j 5... 6, 7 and 8 can be made interactively. Required setting item: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 Setting to be made as necessary: 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 Important The receiver's initial settings can be used easily after following the procedure below to control other than the recommended connections) j 9 Basic playback (page 51) j 10 Switching the...
... the speakers on page 24 j 4 Connecting the components ! Bi-amping your speakers on page 23 ! Setting the Video options (page 79) j 12 Other optional adjustments and settings ! Setting the Audio options (page 77) ! Flow of settings on page 45 j 5... 6, 7 and 8 can be made interactively. Required setting item: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 Setting to be made as necessary: 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 Important The receiver's initial settings can be used easily after following the procedure below to control other than the recommended connections) j 9 Basic playback (page 51) j 10 Switching the...
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Before you start Checking what's in the box...8 Our philosophy...8 Features...8 Installing the receiver...10 Loading the batteries...10 Operating range of remote control unit 10 About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM 10 7
Before you start Checking what's in the box...8 Our philosophy...8 Features...8 Installing the receiver...10 Loading the batteries...10 Operating range of remote control unit 10 About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM 10 7
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...AIR Studios Sound Tuning The SC-79 and SC-77 have received the AIR Studios Monitor certification. Established in 1969 in the main zone and all the sub zones can be played at lower volume settings. SC-79: 9in/4out (Dual out + HDBaseT and HDZONE out) - SC-77: 9in/3out (Dual... of the front speakers. % PQLS Bit-stream Jitterless high quality playback is equipped with 4K video support) - Warranty sheet Our philosophy Pioneer is the highest level THX certification, featuring THX Loudness Plus technology, designed to 100 meters away. 8 The quality of Neo:X, originally ...
...AIR Studios Sound Tuning The SC-79 and SC-77 have received the AIR Studios Monitor certification. Established in 1969 in the main zone and all the sub zones can be played at lower volume settings. SC-79: 9in/4out (Dual out + HDBaseT and HDZONE out) - SC-77: 9in/3out (Dual... of the front speakers. % PQLS Bit-stream Jitterless high quality playback is equipped with 4K video support) - Warranty sheet Our philosophy Pioneer is the highest level THX certification, featuring THX Loudness Plus technology, designed to 100 meters away. 8 The quality of Neo:X, originally ...
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...DSD and LPCM transmission supported) SC-79 only Music files on the remote control or using Advanced MCACC The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but also for certain inputs, individual inputs can easily enjoy your iTunes music in any room in standby, the receiver is equipped with an "...SC-79 only), USB devices and SACDs, DSD Direct playback bypassing the DSP circuitry is installed on an iPhone or other terminals via the LAN terminal, you enjoy music files on the computer. For details, see http://pioneer.jp/product/soft/iapp_avnavi/en.html. % Energy Saving Design This AV receiver...
...DSD and LPCM transmission supported) SC-79 only Music files on the remote control or using Advanced MCACC The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but also for certain inputs, individual inputs can easily enjoy your iTunes music in any room in standby, the receiver is equipped with an "...SC-79 only), USB devices and SACDs, DSD Direct playback bypassing the DSP circuitry is installed on an iPhone or other terminals via the LAN terminal, you enjoy music files on the computer. For details, see http://pioneer.jp/product/soft/iapp_avnavi/en.html. % Energy Saving Design This AV receiver...
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.... We recommend using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the receiver's connections and initial settings in extremely hot or cold areas - There are very dusty - When inserting the batteries, make sure...other features enabling easy use of used batteries, please comply with the sound. - Never use different batteries together. ! Batteries with the receiver, updating of various types of AVNavigator can be downloaded from http://www.pioneerelectronics.com. ! There are to check initial operations; A ...
.... We recommend using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the receiver's connections and initial settings in extremely hot or cold areas - There are very dusty - When inserting the batteries, make sure...other features enabling easy use of used batteries, please comply with the sound. - Never use different batteries together. ! Batteries with the receiver, updating of various types of AVNavigator can be downloaded from http://www.pioneerelectronics.com. ! There are to check initial operations; A ...
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...the same types of this CD-ROM belongs to operate the receiver from the Control Panel of "personal use" or "citation" as a result of use the following functions: ! PIONEER CORPORATION does not guarantee the operation of functions. Follow the ... d "Library" folder d "Application Support" folder. 11 Permission to be made easily. ! Describes the receiver's playback operations and how to the network. From the Start menu, click "Program" d "PIONEER CORPORATION" d "AVNavigator 2013.V" d "Uninstall AVNavigator 2013.V". The supported browser is launched. 2 Select and...
...the same types of this CD-ROM belongs to operate the receiver from the Control Panel of "personal use" or "citation" as a result of use the following functions: ! PIONEER CORPORATION does not guarantee the operation of functions. Follow the ... d "Library" folder d "Application Support" folder. 11 Permission to be made easily. ! Describes the receiver's playback operations and how to the network. From the Start menu, click "Program" d "PIONEER CORPORATION" d "AVNavigator 2013.V" d "Uninstall AVNavigator 2013.V". The supported browser is launched. 2 Select and...
Owner's Manual
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... SLEEP 7 8 9 CH D.ACCESS HDMI OUT CLASS / CLR 0 ENTER CH ZONE 2 ZONE 3 HD ZONE LIGHT Z2 Z3 HDZ 11 12 13 14 15 RECEIVER Controls and displays The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:X, etc.) (page 61). ! ADV SURR - Use ...arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 93) and the Audio or Video options (page 77 or 79). 9 FEATURES buttons These let you operate the receiver's features directly. ! VIDEO PARAMETER - Press to change the speaker terminal (page 81). ! Use to select control of...
... SLEEP 7 8 9 CH D.ACCESS HDMI OUT CLASS / CLR 0 ENTER CH ZONE 2 ZONE 3 HD ZONE LIGHT Z2 Z3 HDZ 11 12 13 14 15 RECEIVER Controls and displays The remote has been conveniently color-coded according to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:X, etc.) (page 61). ! ADV SURR - Use ...arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 93) and the Audio or Video options (page 77 or 79). 9 FEATURES buttons These let you operate the receiver's features directly. ! VIDEO PARAMETER - Press to change the speaker terminal (page 81). ! Use to select control of...
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.... 13 VOLUME +/- Controls and displays 14 The way the buttons light can be selected from the remote control. 12 Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands). 02 10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons Switch to perform operations in the main zone. Also use this button to...
.... 13 VOLUME +/- Controls and displays 14 The way the buttons light can be selected from the remote control. 12 Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands). 02 10 MULTI-ZONE select buttons Switch to perform operations in the main zone. Also use this button to...
Owner's Manual
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...with Dolby TrueHD decoding. ! DSD PCM - Lights during playback of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signals. ! Lights when the Auto Surround feature is being received. ! Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is switched on (page 61). ! MONO - This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro ... 15 AUTO SURROUND - THX - Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 61). ! ADV.SURROUND - STANDARD - AUTO lights when the receiver is switched on (page 64). 6 Listening mode indicators ! DTS HD - DSD - PCM - Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes ...
...with Dolby TrueHD decoding. ! DSD PCM - Lights during playback of DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signals. ! Lights when the Auto Surround feature is being received. ! Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is switched on (page 61). ! MONO - This lights to indicate 2 Pro Logic II / 2 Pro ... 15 AUTO SURROUND - THX - Lights when Direct/Pure Direct is selected (page 61). ! ADV.SURROUND - STANDARD - AUTO lights when the receiver is switched on (page 64). 6 Listening mode indicators ! DTS HD - DSD - PCM - Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes ...
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...STREAM DIRECT - Switches between AM and FM radio bands (page 56). ! Use with TUNE i/j, PRESET k/l and ENTER to memorize and name stations for this receiver. 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Use to select a Home THX listening mode (page 62). 15 TUNER controls ! Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; Use TUNE...i/j to find radio frequencies and use PRESET k/l to find preset stations (page 56). 10 VIDEO PARAMETER Use to access the Video options (page 79). 11 MULTI-ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 39) use these controls to control the sub zone from the speakers....
...STREAM DIRECT - Switches between AM and FM radio bands (page 56). ! Use with TUNE i/j, PRESET k/l and ENTER to memorize and name stations for this receiver. 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Use to select a Home THX listening mode (page 62). 15 TUNER controls ! Blinks when connecting an HDMI-equipped component; Use TUNE...i/j to find radio frequencies and use PRESET k/l to find preset stations (page 56). 10 VIDEO PARAMETER Use to access the Video options (page 79). 11 MULTI-ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 39) use these controls to control the sub zone from the speakers....
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... About HDMI...32 Connecting your TV and playback components 32 Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources 35 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box 36 Connecting other audio components 37 Connecting additional amplifiers 37 Connecting AM/FM antennas...38 MULTI-ZONE setup...39 Connecting... HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input 43 Using a USB cable to connect to a computer 43 Connecting to a wireless LAN...44 Connecting an IR receiver...44 Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger 45 Plugging in the...
... About HDMI...32 Connecting your TV and playback components 32 Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder and other video sources 35 Connecting a satellite/cable receiver or other set-top box 36 Connecting other audio components 37 Connecting additional amplifiers 37 Connecting AM/FM antennas...38 MULTI-ZONE setup...39 Connecting... HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input 43 Using a USB cable to connect to a computer 43 Connecting to a wireless LAN...44 Connecting an IR receiver...44 Switching components on and off using the 12 volt trigger 45 Plugging in the...
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Also refer to change the assignments if other connections are used. Rear panel SC-79 HDMI ASSIGNABLE 1 -8 ASSIGNABLE COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR IN 1 (DVD) IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (SAT/CBL) IN 3 IN 4 IN 6 (DVR/BDR) (VIDEO) VIDEO MONITOR ... of the devices being connected (amplifier, receiver, etc.), the methods of the respective devices. When making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the explanations in should be difficult. Illustration shows the SC-79, however connections for the SC-77 are assigned by default to be...
Also refer to change the assignments if other connections are used. Rear panel SC-79 HDMI ASSIGNABLE 1 -8 ASSIGNABLE COMPONENT VIDEO Y PB PR IN 1 (DVD) IN 1 (DVD) BD IN IN 2 (SAT/CBL) IN 3 IN 4 IN 6 (DVR/BDR) (VIDEO) VIDEO MONITOR ... of the devices being connected (amplifier, receiver, etc.), the methods of the respective devices. When making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the explanations in should be difficult. Illustration shows the SC-79, however connections for the SC-77 are assigned by default to be...
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... speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. Make sure that came with your speakers for high and low) and the sound improvement will depend on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. Your speakers must be bi-ampable to use speaker cables terminated with both High and Low terminals have two metal...
... speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. Make sure that came with your speakers for high and low) and the sound improvement will depend on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. Your speakers must be bi-ampable to use speaker cables terminated with both High and Low terminals have two metal...
Owner's Manual
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... '9.1ch FH/FW' from the same terminal in this . ! CAUTION ! Don't connect different speakers from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on the receiver. When only connecting one surround back speaker if you can connect just one surround back speaker, connect it must be connected to do this way...
... '9.1ch FH/FW' from the same terminal in this . ! CAUTION ! Don't connect different speakers from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on the receiver. When only connecting one surround back speaker if you can connect just one surround back speaker, connect it must be connected to do this way...
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...Red) Conventional analog audio ! If several video components are assigned to HDMI, component, then composite (in Setting the Video options on page 79) OFF. ! If the video signal does not appear on page 32. For optimal video performance, THX recommends switching Digital Video Conversion ... prohibited. 31 The signal input resolutions that can be transferred in Setting the Video options on your monitor/TV to the receiver's composite VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, all video sources are output through composite connections. Sound signal priority High picture quality 03...
...Red) Conventional analog audio ! If several video components are assigned to HDMI, component, then composite (in Setting the Video options on page 79) OFF. ! If the video signal does not appear on page 32. For optimal video performance, THX recommends switching Digital Video Conversion ... prohibited. 31 The signal input resolutions that can be transferred in Setting the Video options on your monitor/TV to the receiver's composite VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks, all video sources are output through composite connections. Sound signal priority High picture quality 03...